Hitachi DV-RV8500EUK User Manual

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DVD RECORDER

(DVD RECORDER with VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER)

Instruction Manual

PAL

Model No. DV-RV8500E

(

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VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEO Plus+ system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.

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.

Safety Precautions

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 PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

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

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 product.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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

CAUTION:

This DVD Recorder 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 authorised service location (see service procedure).

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.

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.

NOTES ON COPYRIGHTS:

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast via cable, play in public, or rent copyrighted material without per

mission. This product features the copy protection function developed by Macrovision. Copy protection signals are recorded on some discs. When recording and playing the pictures of these discs on a VCR, picture noise will appear. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection tech-

PERSONNEL.

nology must be authorised by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

SERIAL NUMBER: The serial number is found on the back of this 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. ___________________________________

Information for users applicable in European Union countries

This symbol on the product or on its packaging means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at the end of life separately from your household wastes. There are separate collection systems for recycling in EU. For more information, please contact the local authority or the dealer where you purchased the product.

Important for United Kingdom

The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or BSI approved BS1362 fuse must be used of the same rating. If the fuse cover is detachable never use the plug with the cover omitted. If a replacement fuse cover is required, ensure it is of the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug. Fuse covers are available from your dealer. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug, ensure that you dispose of it immediately, having first removed the fuse to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue = Neutral, Brown = Live As these colours may not correspond with the coloured

marking identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED. On no account connect either of these wires to the terminal marked E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.

CAUTIONS

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

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Recordable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Disc-related terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

About Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

• About the symbol display . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

• About the disc symbols for instructions . . . . 6

About DVD-R and DVD-RW disc . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

• What are ‘recording modes’? . . . . . . . . . . . 7

• Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape? . 7

• About word ‘Original’ and ‘Playlist’. . . . . . . . 7

About DVD+R and DVD+RW disc . . . . . . . . . . . 7

About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

• Disc types and recording formats, modes,

and settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

• Notes for recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

• Recording TV audio channels. . . . . . . . . . . 8

•Restrictions on video recording. . . . . . . . . . 9

• What is ‘CPRM’? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

• Handling the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

• Cleaning the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

• Handling discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

• Storing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

• Cleaning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Remote Control Operation Range . . . . . . . . . . 10

• Remote Control Battery Installation . . . . . 10

Reset the Recorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Function Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Remote Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

HOOKUP

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-18

Connecting to the Aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connections to Your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver . . 16

Connecting an external decoder box . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections

to Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connecting a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Before Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-32

Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

• General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-23

•Auto Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

• Program Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21

•Auto Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Manual Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• TV Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• VCR Play Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• VCR Play System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

•AV2 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Progressive Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

•Factory Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Display Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Disc Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• Dolby Digital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• DTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• Sampling Frequency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• DRC (Dynamic Range Control). . . . . . . . . 24

•Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Lock (Parental Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26

• Set Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

• Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

• Area Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27

• Disc Record Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

• VCR Record Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

• VCR Record System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

•DV Record Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

•Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-29

• Initialize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

• Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

• Disc Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

• Disc Protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

• Manual Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

• About DivX

General Explanation of On-Screen Display. 30-32

• Displaying Information on-screen. . . . . 30-32

• Displaying Information While Watching TV . . 30

• Changing TV Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

• Changing TV Audio Channel. . . . . . . . . . . 30

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

PLAYBACK

Operation with DVD and Video CD . . . . . . . 33-36

Playing a DVD or Video CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

•Moving to another TITLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

•Moving to another CHAPTER/TRACK. . . . 33

• Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

• Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback34

• Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Manual Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Marker Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Checking the Contents of

DVD Video Discs: Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Disc Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Changing the Audio Soundtrack . . . . . . . . 35

• Changing the Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . 36

• 3D Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

IINTRODUCTION

Table of Contents

• Subtitles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

• Finding Locations on a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . 36

• Last Condition Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Playing a DivX

Movie Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Audio CD and MP3/WMA Operation . . . . . . 38-39

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA Disc . . . . . 38

Music menu options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

•Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

•Moving to Another Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

• Repeat Track/All(Folder)/Off . . . . . . . . . . . 39

• Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

• Changing the Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . 39

• Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

• Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Notes on MP3/WMA Recordings . . . . . . . . . 39

Programmed Playback with Audio CD and

MP3/WMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

• Program List menu options. . . . . . . . . . . . 40

JPEG File Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41-42

Viewing a JPEG File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

• Photo menu options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

• Photo-CD menu options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

• Skip Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

• Rotate Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

• View Slide Shows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

• Notes on JPEG Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . 42

VCR Mode Tape Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Normal Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

•Tracking Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Special Effect Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

• Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

• Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback43

• Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

• Counter Memory Function . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

RECORDING

Basic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-46

Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Copying from DVD to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Copying from VCR to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Timer Recording with VIDEO Plus+

System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-49

Checking Timer Recording Details . . . . . . . . . 48

Canceling a Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Stopping a Timer Recording in Progress . . . . . 48

Timer Recording Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . 48

Playing while you are recording. . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Recording from an External Input . . . . . . . 50-51

Recording from External Components. . . . . . . 50

Recording from a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . 50

What is DV? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

•DV-Related Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

•Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

EDITING

Title List and Chapter List Menu . . . . . . . . 52-56

Using the Title List-Original menu

VRRAM

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Using the Chapter List-Original menu

VRRAM

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Using the Title List-Playlist menu . . . 53

VRRAM

Using the Chapter List-Playlist menu

VRRAM

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Using the Title List menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Deleting a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Video

If the disc has already been finalized. . . . . . . . 54

Using the Title List menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Using the Chapter List menu . . . . . . . . . 55

Using the Title List menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Using the Chapter List menu . . . . . . . . . 56

+RW

Title and Chapter Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57-62

Titles, Chapters and Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Changing Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Making a New Playlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist 58

Deleting a Title/Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . 60

Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Protect a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Hide a Title/Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Divide One Title Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Overwrite Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Viewing Title List menu displayed on other

DVD recorders or players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Playing Your Recordings on other

DVD Players (Finalizing a Disc). . . . . . . . . . . . 63

REFERENCE

Language Code List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Area Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Controlling Your TV with

the Supplied Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66-68

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69-70

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

About the symbols for instructions

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

Indicates special operating features of this unit.

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

Overview

Accessory

Check for the supplied accessories below.

• Video/Audio Cable

• RF Cable for TV

• Remote Control

• Batteries for Remote Control (AAA Size)

• SCART Cable

• Instruction Manual Dispose of batteries according to local environmental regulations. Do not put them in the household rubbish.

Recordable Discs

DVD-RW (Digital Video Disc - ReWritable):

These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc. When a brand-new DVD-RW disc is inserted, the screen for formatting the disc will appear: Choose the VR mode or Video mode, and then format the disc before use.

DVD-R (Digital Video Disc - Recordable):

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

DVD+RW (Digital Video Disc + ReWritable):

These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc. When a brand-new DVD+RW disc is inserted, the screen for formatting the disc will appear: Format the disc before use. When a DVD+RW disc recorded on this recorder is removed, it will automatically be finalized, but if you enter a title after finalization, you will need to manually finalize it.

DVD+R (Digital Video Disc + Recordable):

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

.DVD-RAM (DVD - Random Access

Memory)

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. When a brand-new DVD-RAM disc is inserted, the screen for formatting the disc will appear: Format the disc before use. In the case of an 8-cm DVD-RAM on which photos were recorded on a Hitachi DVD video camera/recorder, no editing of Disc Navigation or play list can be performed on this recorder (recording on it and creating a play list are possible).

otes

– This recorder cannot record CD-R or CD-RW discs. –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.)

– The company does not hold any responsibility to

compensate the contents which should have been recorded, and any losses or damages (e.g. losses of business profit, or business intermission) that may arise from malfunction of this recorder (not recording/editing as intended). Problems arising in the following situations are included.

• When a DVD disc recorded on this recorder is used in a DVD recorder of another manufacturer, or used (insertion, playback, recording or editing) in a personal computer DVD drive.

• When a DVD that has been used as above is used again in this recorder.

• When a DVD disc recorded in a DVD recorder of another manufacturer, or in a personal computer DVD drive is used.

Playable Discs

DVD (8 cm/12 cm disc)

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

Audio CD (8 cm/12 cm disc)

In addition, this unit can play DVD-R/DVD-RW discs; DVD+R/DVD+RW discs; CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, MP3 files, WMA files, or JPEG files; and VCD.

otes

– 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

labelled 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.

INTRODUCTION

Overview (Continued)

Regional code of the DVD Recorder and DVDs

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

otes 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.

Disc-related terms

Title (DVD only)

The main film content or accompanying feature content or music album. Each title is assigned a title reference number enabling you to locate it easily.

Chapter (DVD only)

Sections of a picture or a musical piece that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of one or several chapters. Each chapter is assigned a chapter number to enable you to locate the chapter you want. Depending on the disc, chapters may not be labelled.

Track (Video CD and audio CD only)

Sections of a picture or a musical piece on a video CD or an audio CD. Each track is assigned a track number, enabling you to locate the track you want.

About Symbols

About the symbol display

“ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation. This icon means the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that specific disc.

About the disc symbols for instructions

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

Many functions of this recorder are dependent on the recording mode. One or more of the symbols

Video

( , , , ) appear by each function explained in this manual so that you can see at a glance whether it’s relevant for the disc loaded.

RAM

DVD-RAM disc

Video

DVD-R/RW with Video recording mode

DVD-RW with VR recording mode

+RW

DVD+RW disc

DVD+R disc

DVD

DVD-Video disc

VCD

Video CDs

Audio CDs

MP3

MP3 CDs

JPEG

JPEG CDs

DivX

VHS

DivX

CDs

VHS Tape.

The finalized DVD disc is as DVD-Video disc.

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

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Scene

On a video CD, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called “Scenes”. Each scene available is displayed on the Scene menu and assigned a scene number, enabling you to locate the scene you want.

A scene may be composed of one or several tracks.

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About DVD-R and DVD-RW disc

How are DVD-R and DVD-RW discs different?

The essential difference between DVD-R and DVD-RW is that DVD-R is a record-once medium, while DVD-RW is a re-recordable/erasable medium.You can re-record/ erase a DVD-RW disc approximately 1,000 times.

Can I play my recordable discs in a regular DVD player?

Generally, DVD-R discs and DVD-RW discs recorded in Video mode are playable in a regular DVD player, but they must be ‘finalized’ first. This process fixes the contents of the disc to make them readable to other DVD players as DVD-Video discs. DVD-RW discs recorded in VR (Video Recording) mode are playable in some players.

This indicates a product feature that is capable of playing DVD-RW discs recorded with Video Recording format.

What are ‘recording modes’?

There are two recording modes available using this recorder: VR mode and Video mode. When recording to a DVD-R disc, recordings are always in Video mode. DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording.

VR mode recording

•4 different picture quality/recording time settings available (XP, SP, LP, EP)

• Not playable on regular DVD players

• Recordings can be extensively edited

Video mode recording

•4 different picture quality/recording time settings available (XP, SP, LP, EP)

• Playable on regular DVD players (after finalizing)

• Limited editing features

Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape?

No. When you edit a video tape you need one video deck to play the original tape and another to record the edits. With DVD, you edit by making a ‘Playlist’ of what to play and when to play it. On playback, the recorder plays the disc according to the Playlist.

About word ‘Original’ and ‘Playlist’

Throughout this manual, you will often see the words Original and Playlist to refer to the actual content and the edited version.

• Original: content refers to what’s actually recorded on

the disc.

• Playlist: content refers to the edited version of the

disc — how the Original content is to be played.

About DVD+R and DVD+RW disc

How are DVD+R and DVD+RW discs different?

The essential difference between DVD+R and DVD+RW is that DVD+R is a record-once medium, while DVD+RW is a re-recordable/erasable medium.You can re-record/ erase a DVD+RW disc approximately 1,000 times.

DVD+RW mode recording

•4 different picture quality/recording time settings available (XP, SP, LP, EP)

• Playable on regular DVD players

• The edited contents is playable on regular DVD players only after finalizing

• Recordings can be edited the title/chapter

DVD+R mode recording

•4 different picture quality/recording time settings available (XP, SP, LP, EP)

• Playable on regular DVD players (after finalizing)

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

• Limited title/chapter editing features

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DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording on DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW discs that was approved by the DVD Forum in 2000. You may therefore experience problems playing recordable DVD discs in some players. Symptoms include video artifacts, audio and/or video dropouts and playback suddenly stopping. Our company cannot take responsibility for problems playing discs recorded on this recorder in other players.

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About DVD recording

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• This recorder cannot make recordings on CD-R or CD-RW discs.

• Our company takes no responsibility for recording failure due to power cuts, defective discs, or damage to the recorder.

•Fingerprints and small scratches on a disc can affect playback and/or recording performance. Please take proper care of your discs.

Disc types and recording formats, modes, and settings

This recorder can play five different kinds of DVD disc: pre-recorded DVD-Video discs, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs. The disc format for DVD-R discs is always ‘Video format’—the same as prerecorded DVD-Video discs. This means that once finalized, you can play a DVD-R in a regular DVD player. The DVD-RAM disc format is Video Recording (VR) format. By default, the DVD-RW disc format is Video Recording format, though you can change this to Video format, if required. (Reinitializing the disc will erase the contents of the disc.) The recording mode is closely related to the disc format. If the disc format is Video Recording format, then the recording mode is VR mode; if the disc format is Video mode, then the recording mode is Video mode (except for DVD-Video, which is not recordable, and so does not have a recording mode). Within the recording modes (which are fixed for the whole disc) are the record settings. These can be changed as required for each recording and determine the picture quality and how much space the recording will take up on the disc.

Notes for recording

• The recording times shown are not exact because the recorder uses variable bit-rate video compression. This means that the exact recording time will depend on the material being recorded.

• When recording a TV broadcast, if the reception is poor or the picture contains interference, the recording times may be shorter.

• If you record still pictures or audio only, the recording time may be longer.

• The displayed times for recording and time remaining may not always add up to exactly the length of the disc.

• The recording time available may decrease if you heavily edit a disc.

• If using a DVD-RW disc, make sure you change the recording format (Video mode or VR mode) before you record anything on the disc. See page 27 (Initialize) for how to do this.

• When using a DVD-R disc, you can keep recording until the disc is full, or until you finalize the disc. Before you start a recording session, check the amount of recording time left on the disc.

• When using a DVD-RW disc in Video mode, recording time available will only increase if you erase the last title recorded on the disc.

•The Erase Title option in the Title List-Original menu only hides the title, it does not actually erase the title from the disc and increase the recording time available (except for the last recorded title on a DVDRW disc in Video mode).

•The overwrite recording is available with DVD+RW disc.

Recording TV audio channels

This recorder can record either NICAM or regular audio. If the NICAM setting (page 21) is set to Auto, then if the broadcast is NICAM, you can record the NICAM audio. If the broadcast is non-NICAM, the regular audio is always recorded.

Disc type Disc format Recording mode Functions

DVD-Video Video format n/a Playback only

DVD-RW Video Recording VR mode Playback, recording, Original/Playlist editing

format (default)

Video format Video mode Playback, limited recording, limited editing

DVD-R Video format Video mode Playback, limited recording, limited editing

DVD+RW +RW Video format DVD+RW Playback, limited recording, Title/Chapter editing

DVD+R +R Video format DVD+R Playback, limited recording, limited Title/Chapter editing

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Restrictions on video recording

•You cannot record copy-protected video using this recorder. Copy-protected video includes DVD-Video discs and some satellite broadcasts. If copy-protected material is encountered during a recording, recording will pause or stop automatically and an error message will be displayed on-screen.

• Video that is ‘copy-once only’ can only be recorded using a DVD-RW disc in VR mode or DVD-RAM disc with CPRM (see below).

• NTSC format signals from the analogue or the DV inputs is not recorded correctly with this recorder.

• Video signals in SECAM format (from the built-in TV tuner or from the analogue inputs) are recorded in PAL format.

What is ‘CPRM’?

CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramble system) only allowing the recording of ‘copy once’ broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for Recordable Media. This recorder is CPRM compatible, which means that you can record copy-once broadcast programs, but you cannot then make a copy of those recordings. CPRM recordings can only be made on DVD-RW discs formatted in VR mode or DVD-RAM discs, and CPRM recordings can only be played on players that are specifically compatible with CPRM.

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• Recording equipment should be used only for lawful copying and you are advised to check carefully what is lawful copying in the country in which you are making a copy. Copying of copyright material such as films or music is unlawful unless permitted by a legal exception or consented to by the rights owner.

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

• CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE. IN CASE OF 625 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 625p RECORDER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE.

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Precautions

Handling the unit

When shipping the unit

The original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packaged at the factory.

When setting up the unit

The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. In this case, position the unit away from the TV, VCR, or radio, or turn off the unit after removing the disc.

To keep the surface clean

Do not use volatile liquids, such as insecticide spray, near the unit. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long period of time. They will leave marks on the surface.

Cleaning the unit

To clean the cabinet

Use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as these might damage the surface of the unit.

To obtain a clear picture

The Recorder is a high-tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn, the picture quality will be poor. Regular inspection and maintenance are recommended after every 1,000 hours of use. (This depends on the operating environment.) For details, please contact your nearest dealer.

Notes on Discs

Handling discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not get on the surface. Do not 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, or leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight, as there may be a considerable temperature increase inside the car.

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 centre outward.

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

Remote Control Operation Range

Point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two R03 (size AAA) batteries with and aligned correctly.

Caution

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

Reset the Recorder

If you observe any of the following symptoms...

• The front panel display is not working.

• The Recorder is not operating normally. ...you can reset the Recorder as follows:

• Press and hold the POWER button for at least five seconds. This will force the unit to power off. Press the POWER button again to turn the unit back on.

• Unplug the mains lead, wait at least five seconds, and then plug it in again.

Front Panel

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1 STANDBY/ON

Switches the Recorder ON and OFF. Press to turn the power on and off. (As to the indication of the Operate switch, “ “Í” shows electrical power stand-by.)

2 Disc Tray (DVD deck)

Insert a disc here.

3 < OPEN/CLOSE

Opens or closes the disc tray.

4 Cassette Compartment (VCR deck)

Insert a video cassette here.

5 < EJECT

Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.

6 AV 3 IN

- VIDEO /AUDIO (Left/Right)

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

- S-VIDEO IN

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

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7 DV IN

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

8 DVD/VCR indicator

Indicates the active DVD or VCR deck.

9 DVD/VCR

Toggles control between the DVD deck and the VCR deck.

: DUBBING

Press to copy DVD to VCR (or VCR to DVD).

; ¥ (REC)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

< ∫ (STOP)

Stops playback.

= 1 (PLAY)

To play back a disc or tape.

> SEARCH

Press 6 for fast back. Press 5 for fast forward.

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Holding down the POWER button on the front of this recorder in the stop mode will allow you to reset the recorder. Do not perform this during recording: Doing so will result in flawed recording.

Function Display Window

DVD

PRG TTL VR TRKCHP DUB

Hi-Fi ST

BIL

VCD

REC

NICAM

Disc type indicators

Indicates the type of disc loaded.

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

REC The recorder is recording.

PRG Programmed playback active.

TTL Indicates current title.

A disc is inserted in the DVD deck.

A VHS tape is inserted in the VCR deck.

VR Indicates a DVD-RW disc (VR mode only) is inserted in the DVD deck.

TV Indicates when the recorder is in TV tuner mode.

CHP/TRK Indicates current chapter or track number.

REPEAT Indicates repeat mode.

Character indicators

Indicates clock, total playing time, elapsed time, remaining

time, title number, chapter/track number, channel, etc.

DUB Indicates that a DVD to VCR (or VCR to DVD)

copy is in progress.

Hi-Fi Indicates when the Recorder is playing

BIL Indicates when a BILINGUAL broadcast is being received.

NICAM Indicates when a NICAM broadcast is being received.

a tape in Hi-Fi.

ST Indicates a stereo broadcast is

being received.

Remote Control Overview

(p.66) POWER

Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

(p.43) DVD

Select the Recorder’s function mode to

DVD.

(p.43) VCR

Select the Recorder’s function mode to

VCR.

(p.66) INPUT

Changes the input to use for recording

(Tuner, AV1-3, or DV IN).

(p.35) 0-9 numerical buttons

Selects numbered options in a menu.

(p.35, 48) CLEAR

- Removes a track number on the Program List or a mark on the

Marker Search menu.

- Reset tape counter to zero.

(p.30) DISPLAY

Accesses On-Screen Display.

(p.49) TIME SLIP

To play the title being recorded and also

currently being recorded appears as PIP.

(p.47) TIMER REC

Displays Timer Record menu.

(p.44) REC (µ)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set

the recording time.

(p.44) REC MODE

Selects the recording mode:

XP, SP, LP, or EP.

(p.29) MANUAL SKIP

Pressing this button during palyback will

skip to a scene 30 seconds forward.

(p.45) TV/DVD

To view channels selected by the

recorder’s tuner or by the TV tuner.

(p.57) CHP ADD

Inserts a chapter marker when playing/

recording a VR mode DVD-RW (and

DVD+RW/+R) disc.

(p.48) VIDEO Plus +

Pressing this button and input VIDEO

Plus + number to preset the timer for

recording.

(p.45) DUBBING

Press to copy DVD to VCR (or VCR to

DVD).

(p.30, 35) AUDIO

Selects an audio language (DVD) or an

audio channel (CD).

(p.36) SUBTITLE

Selects a subtitle language.

(p.35) ANGLE

Selects a DVD camera angle,

if available.

(p.35) ZOOM

Enlarges DVD video image.

(p.35) MARKER

Marks any point during playback.

(p.35) SEARCH

Displays Marker Search menu.

EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE (p.11)

- Opens and closes the disc tray.

- Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.

TV Control Buttons (p.66) POWER:

Tu r ns 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.

BACKWARD / FORWARD (6/5) (p.33, 39)

- DVD: Search backward or forward.

- VCR: Rewinds the tape during the STOP mode, for fast reverse picture search and Advances the tape during the STOP mode, fast forward picture search.

SKIP (:/9) (p.33, 39)

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

PAUSE/STEP (;) (p.39)

Pause playback temporarily / press repeatedly for frame-by-frame playback.

PLAY (1) (p.33)

Starts playback.

STOP (∫) (p.38, 44)

Stops playback or recording.

DISC MENU / LIST (p.28, 52)

Accesses menu on a DVD disc, Title List or Playlist menu.

2 / 1 / 3 / 4 (left/right/up/down)

Selects an option in the menu.

PROG/TRK(+/–) (p.30, 43)

- Select channel program of the recorder.

- To adjust tracking.

- To control vertical tremble during picture still.

ENTER (p.19)

- Acknowledges menu selection.

- Displays information while viewing a

TV program.

SETUP (p.19)

Accesses or removes the Setup menu.

TITLE MENU (p.35, 63)

Displays the disc’s Title menu, if available.

RETURN (@) (p.30)

- Removes the menu.

REPEAT (p.34)

Repeat chapter, track, title, all.

A-B (p.34, 39)

Repeat sequence.

RANDOM (p.34, 39)

Plays tracks in random order.

THUMBNAIL (p.57)

Selects a thumbnail picture for the current title and chapter for use in the Original and Playlist menu.

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Rear Panel

AERIAL

Connect the aerial to this terminal.

Mains Lead

Plug into the power source.

COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT (Y Pb Pr)

Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.

AUDIO OUT (Left/Right)

Connect to an amplifier, receiver or stereo system.

EURO AV 2 DECODER

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

EURO AV 1 AUDIO/VIDEO

Connect to a TV with SCART jack.

COAXIAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

OPTICAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

VIDEO OUTPUT Switch

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

S-VIDEO OUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

AERIAL OUT Passes the signal from the AERIAL to your TV/monitor.

Important Note

About Ferrite Core

Be sure to attach the ferrite core to the mains lead (for connecting to this unit). This ferrite core can reduce noises.

1 Push the stopper [a] of the ferrite core to open. 2 Wind the mains lead twice on ferrite core. 3 Close the ferrite core until it clicks.

Caution Do not touch the inner pins of the jacks on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.

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• 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.

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.

Connecting to the Aerial

Remove the aerial cable plug from your TV set and insert it into the aerial socket at the back of the recorder. Plug one end of the aerial cable into the TV socket on the recorder and the other end into the aerial input socket on your TV set.

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.

Aerial

ANTENNA

INPUT

Rear of TV

SCART INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

VIDEO INPUT

Progressive Scan (ColourStream®Pro) 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/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks on the Recorder to the corresponding input jacks on the TV using an Y Pb Pr cable (C).

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– Set the Progressive to “ON” on the setup menu for

progressive signal, see page 23.

– Set the progressive to “Off” by removing any disc from

the unit and close the disc tray. Then press STOP and hold it for five seconds before releasing it.

– Progressive scan does not work with the analogue

video connections or S-VIDEO connection.

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

Rear of TV

VIDEO INPUT

S-VIDEO

INPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO/

PROGRESSIVE SCAN INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

SCART INPUT

HOOKUP

Rear of Recorder

Connections to Your TV

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

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

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).

S-Video connection

Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the Recorder to the S-Video in jack on the TV using the S-Video cable (S).

Component Video connection

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

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Rear of Recorder

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Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver

If you have a cable or satellite receiver with a built-in decoder, connect it to this recorder and your TV as shown on this page. If you are using a separate decoder box for your cable/satellite TV, set up following the instructions on the right. Using the setup on this page you can:

• Record any channel by selecting it on the cable

box/satellite tuner.

Connect RF cables as shown.

This enables you to watch and record TV channels.

Use the SCART cable to connect the EURO AV1

AUDIO/VIDEO connector to a SCART AV connector on your TV.

Use a SCART cable to connect the EURO AV2

DECODER connector to a SCART AV connector on your satellite/cable box. This enables you to record scrambled TV channels.

This recorder has a ‘loop through’ function. This feature allows you to record a TV program from the built-in TV tuner in this recorder, while watching a satellite or cable channel. Press TV/DVD to select the TV mode during recording. The TV indicator appears.

Connecting an external decoder box

If you have an external, dedicated decoder box for your satellite or cable TV system, use the setup described on this page.

Connect the cable from the aerial/cable TV outlet to

the aerial input on your cable/satellite tuner.

Use a SCART cable to connect your decoder to

your cable/satellite tuner. See the manual for your decoder box for more detailed instructions.

Use a SCART cable to connect the EURO AV2

DECODER connector to a SCART AV connector on your satellite/cable box.

Use the SCART cable to connect the EURO AV1

AUDIO/VIDEO connector to a SCART AV connector on your TV.

Caution:

• Do not connect your decoder box directly to this recorder.

• Information from the decoder (for example, relating to pay TV services), is only viewable when this recorder is off (in standby).

•For timer recording to work properly on this recorder, the satellite/cable box must also be switched on during recording.

Caution:

Do not connect this recorder ‘through’ your VCR, satellite receiver or cable box. Always connect each component directly to your TV or AV receiver.

Aerial/Cable TV Wall Jack

Cable Box or Satellite Receiver

AERIAL

INPUT

AERIAL

OUTPUT

SCART AV1 SCART AV2

Rear of Recorder

Aerial/ Cable TV Wall Jack

Decoder

Cable Box or Satellite Receiver

AERIAL

INPUT

OUTPUT

SCART AV

SCART AV1 SCART AV2

Rear of Recorder

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Connecting to an Amplifier

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analogue 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)

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.

You will need to activate the recorder’s digital

output. (See “Audio” on page 24).

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.

OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

COAXIAL

Rear of Recorder

AUDIO INPUTDIGITAL INPUT

HOOKUP

Caution:

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

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– If the audio format of the digital output does not match

the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all.

– 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.

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Accessory Audio/Video (A/V)

Connections to Recorder

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

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

S-VIDEO OUTPUT

AUDIO

OUTPUT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

Connecting a Digital Camcorder

Using the front panel DV IN jack, it is possible to connect a DV digital camcorder or video deck or DVD-R/RW recorder and digitally transfer DV tapes or DVD-R/RW discs to DVD-R/RW. Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV in/out jack of your DV camcorder/video deck to the front panel DV IN jack of this recorder.

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

DV Digital Camcorder

IN/OUT

Front of

Recorder

Front of Recorder

Before Operation

Auto Programming

Program Edit

Clock Set

TV Aspect

VCR Play Aspect

VCR Play System

AV2 Connection

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

Start

Initial Settings

In this menu system, there are several ways to customise the settings provided. Most menus consist of three levels to set up the options, but some require greater depth for the variety of settings. If you press SETUP, only the first and second level of the menu system will appear on the TV screen. The third level can be displayed by pressing 1.For navigating the menu levels, you will see “1” on the right side of the menu label to help you go to the next level.

To bring up and exit the Menu:

Press SETUP to bring up the menu. A second press of SETUP will take you back to initial screen.

To go to the next level:

Press 1 on the remote control.

To go back to the previous level:

Press 2 on the remote control.

General Operation

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use 3 / 4 to select the desired option.

While the desired item is selected, press 1 to

move to the second level.

Use 3 / 4 to select the second desired option.

Press 1 to move to the third level.

Use 3 / 4 to select the desired setting then

press ENTER to confirm your selection.

Some items require additional steps.

Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.

General

Auto Programming

This Recorder is equipped with a frequency synthesised tuner capable of receiving up to 99 TV channels.

Preparation:

• Connect the Recorder to the desired type of aerial, as shown in Connecting to the Aerial on page 15.

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use 3 / 4 to select the General option.

While the General option is selected, press 1 to

move to the second level.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Auto Programming

option.

Press 1 to move to the third level.

“Start” icon is highlighted.

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.

HOOKUP

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• Press 2 to go back to the previous level.

• The Setup menu screen will not automatically disappear once it is displayed. Therefore, if you do not operate the recorder for a long period of time, press the SETUP button to switch off the menu in order to prevent burning out the screen.

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Auto Programming

Program Edit

Clock Set

TV Aspect

Edit

VCR Play Aspect

VCR Play System

AV2 Connection

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

Select

Move

ClosePage Up/Down

PR Ch. MFT Station

PR-01

01 C 12

C 23

C 7 C 27 C 17 C 33 C 34 C 47 C 10

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0 0

-10 0 0

+20

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02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11

Program Edit

Station Rename Move Delete Decoder On/Off NICAM Auto/Off

PR Seek Ch. MFT

C07

Program Edit

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

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use 3 / 4 to select the General option.

While the General option is selected, press 1 to

move to the second level.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Program Edit option

then press 1 to move to the third level.

“Edit” icon is highlighted.

Press ENTER.

Program List menu appears.

Use 3 / 4 to select a PR number then press

ENTER.

Program List options appears on the left side of the menu display.

Use 3 / 4 to select an option then press

ENTER to confirm.

Program Edit: Edits the

selected program.

Station Rename: Edits the station name.

Move: Moves the program’s location on the program list.

Delete: Deletes the program from program list.

Decoder On/Off: Set the

decoder for the program to On or Off.

NICAM Auto/Off: Set the NICAM function to for the program Auto or Off.

Press RETURN (@) repeatedly to exit Program

List menu.

Program Edit

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

1. Use 3 / 4 to select a program on the Program List

menu then press ENTER. Program List options appears on the left side of the Program List menu.

2. Use 3 / 4 to select “Program Edit” option from the

options then press ENTER. Program Edit menu appears.

3. See the descriptions on below to use Program Edit menu.

2 / 1 (left/right): Moves the cursor to the previous or next column.

3 / 4 (up/down): Changes the setting at the current cursor position.

PR: Indicates program number (display only)

Seek: Searches a station automatically. Use 2 / 1 to select Seek option then press 3 / 4. Searching stops when the recorder tunes in a station.

Ch.: Changes the channel number to edit. Use 2 / 1 to select Ch. option then press 3 / 4.

MFT: Changes the frequency for fine tuning. Use 2 / 1 to select MFT option then press 3 / 4.

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

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0123456789

ABCDEFGH I J

KLMNOPQRST

UVWXYZ

OK CancelSpace Delete

Language

English/Latin Capital

Program Edit (Continued) Station Rename

You can name stations independently. Names can be up to 5 characters long.

1. Use 3 / 4 to select a program on the Program List

menu then press ENTER. Program List options appears on the left side of the Program List menu.

2. Use 3 / 4 to select “Station Rename” option from

Program List options then press ENTER. Keyboard menu appears.

3. Enter a name for the station. Use 3421to

select a character then press ENTER to confirm your selection.

• English/Latin Capital: Switches the keyboard

upper case characters.

• English/Latin Lowercase: Switches the keyboard

to lower case characters.

• Symbol: Switches the keyboard to symbol

characters.

• Space: Inserts a space at the cursor position.

• Delete: Deletes the previous character at the cursor position.

• 2 / 1: Moves cursor to left or right.

• OK: Select to finish.

• Cancel: Select to exit the menu.

4. Choose “OK” icon then press ENTER to fix the name and returns to the Program List menu.

Sort TV channels manually

You can sort the program’s position on the Program List menu.

1. Use 3 / 4 to select a program on the Program List

menu then press ENTER. Program List options appears on the left side of the Program List menu.

2. Use 3 / 4 to select “Move” option from Program

List options then press ENTER.

3. Use 3 / 4 to select a desired position then press

ENTER to store.

Deleting a program

You can delete a program on the Program List menu.

1. Use 3 / 4 to select a program on the Program List

menu then press ENTER. Program List options appears on the left side of the Program List menu.

2. Use 3 / 4 to select “Delete” option from Program

List options then press ENTER. The Program is deleted.

Setting the Decoder On/Off

1. Use 3 / 4 to select the program you wish to link

with the decoder function on the Program List menu then press ENTER. Program List options appears on the left side of the Program List menu.

2. Use 3 / 4 to select “Decoder On/Off” option from

Program List options then press ENTER. If you select On, ‘Decoder’ appears on the menu screen.

Setting the NICAM Auto/Off

This DVD recorder can receive Hi-Fi sound transmissions in NICAM Stereo. However, if sound distortion occurs, due to poor reception, you can switch Off.

1. Use 3 / 4 to select a program on the Program List

menu then press ENTER. Program List options appears on the left side of the Program List menu.

2. Use 3 / 4 to select “NICAM Auto/Off” option from

Program List options then press ENTER. If you select Auto, “NICAM” appears on the menu screen.

HOOKUP

Before Operation (Continued)

- - - -Year

Time

- - - -Date /

- - - -:

Manual

Auto

Auto Programming

Program Edit

Clock Set

TV Aspect

VCR Play Aspect

VCR Play System

AV2 Connection

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

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.

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use 3 / 4 to select the GENERAL menu.

While the GENERAL option is selected, press 1

to move to the second level.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Clock Set option.

Press 1 to move to the third level.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Auto option then press

ENTER.

Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.

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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

Follow steps 1-5 as shown above (Auto Clock

Set).

Use 3 / 4 to select the Manual option then

press ENTER.

Auto Programming

Program Edit

Clock Set

TV Aspect

VCR Play Aspect

VCR Play System

AV2 Connection

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

Time

Auto

Manual

- - - -Date /

- - - -Year

- - - -:

Enter the necessary information for date and

time.

2 / 1 (left/right): Moves the cursor to the previous or next column. 3 / 4 (up/down): Changes the setting at the current cursor position.

Press ENTER to confirm your setting, then press

SETUP to exit the Setup menu.

TV Aspect

To record a wide screen format program successfully the correct type of wide screen signal must be broadcast by the TV station.

You can choose: 4:3 Letter Box: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays theatrical images with masking bars above and below the picture. 4:3 Pan Scan: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. The video material formatted in the Pan & Scan style is played back in that style (Both sides of the picture are cut off).

16:9 Wide: Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected.

Auto Programming

Program Edit

Clock Set

TV Aspect

VCR Play Aspect

VCR Play System

AV2 Connection

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

4:3 Letter Box

4:3 Pan Scan

16:9 Wide

VCR Play Aspect

You can choose: AUTO: Automatically plays back Wide-Screen programs as Wide-Screen and Normal programs as normal. 4:3: Only for playing back Normal format recordings (4:3). 16:9:Only for playing back Wide-Screen format recordings (16:9).

Auto Programming

Program Edit

Clock Set

TV Aspect

VCR Play Aspect

VCR Play System

AV2 Connection

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

Auto

4:3

16:9

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VCR Play System

Your video recorder uses dual colour standards, PAL and MESECAM. During play your video recorder should select the colour system automatically, however if you experience problems you may need to do it manually.

Auto Programming

Program Edit

Clock Set

TV Aspect

VCR Play Aspect

VCR Play System

AV2 Connection

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

Auto

PAL MESECAM

AV2 Connection

You can connect a decoder, satellite receiver or other device to the EURO AV2 socket on the back.

Auto Programming

Program Edit

Clock Set

TV Aspect

VCR Play Aspect

VCR Play System

AV2 Connection

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

Decoder

Satellite Receiver

Other Device

Progressive Scan

Progressive Scan Video provides the highest quality pictures with less flickering. If you are using the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks, but are connecting the recorder to a standard (analogue) television, set Progressive Scan to OFF. If you are using the component video jacks for connection to a TV or monitor that is compatible with a progressive scan signal, set Progressive Scan to ON.

Auto Programming

Program Edit

Clock Set

TV Aspect

VCR Play Aspect

VCR Play System

AV2 Connection

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

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Progressive Scan will not be set when the VIDEO OUTPUT switch is set at 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 unit.

OFF ON

1) Remove any disc from the unit and close the disc tray.

2) Press 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 analogue TV or monitor.

Factory Setting

If you need to, you can reset the recorder to all its factory settings. Select ‘SET’ icon then press ENTER. Select ‘Yes’ then press ENTER.

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Some options can not be reset.

Auto Programming

Program Edit

Clock Set

TV Aspect

VCR Play Aspect

VCR Play System

AV2 Connection

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

SET

Language

Display Menu

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

Display Menu

Disc Menu

Disc Audio

Disc Subtitle

Disc Menu

Select a language for the disc’s Menu, Audio, and Subtitle.

- Original: The original language set for the disc is

selected.

- Others: To select another language, select Others

option then press ENTER. Use the numbered buttons to key-in the corresponding 4-digit number according to the language code list on page 64. If you make a mistake, press 2 repeatedly to delete one by one and correct it.

Display Menu

Disc Menu

Disc Audio

Disc Subtitle

Nederlands

English

Deutsch

Italiano

Original

English

French

German

Italian Purtuguese

Russian

Spanish

- - - -

Others

HOOKUP

Before Operation (Continued)

48KHz

96KHz

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

OFF

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

OFF

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

Bitstream

PCM

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

Bitstream

OFF

Bitstream

PCM

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

Audio

Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the recorder’s Audio Output according to the type of audio system you use.

Dolby Digital

PCM: Select when connected to a 2-channel digital stereo

amplifier. The Recorder’s digital audio outputs sounds in the PCM 2ch format when you play a DVD video disc recorded on the Dolby Digital recording system. Bitstream: Select “Bitstream” if you connected the Recorder’s DIGITAL OUT jack to a Dolby Digital decoder (or an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital decoder).

DTS

OFF: If you select “OFF”, the DTS signal is not output

through the DIGITAL OUT jack. Bitstream: Select “Bitstream” if you connected the Recorder’s DIGITAL OUT jack to a DTS decoder (or an amplifier or other equipment with a DTS decoder).

Sampling Frequency

If your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 48 kHz. When this choice is made, this unit will automatically convert any 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them. If your receiver or amplifier is capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 96 kHz. When this choice is made, this unit will pass each type of signal through without any further processing.

DRC (Dynamic Range Control)

With the DVD format, you can hear a program’s soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic presentation possible, thanks to digital audio technology. However, you may wish to compress the dynamic range of the audio output (the difference between the loudest sounds and the quietest ones). Then, you may listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. Set DRC to ON for this effect.

MPEG

PCM: Select when connected to a 2-channel digital

stereo amplifier. The Recorder’s digital audio outputs sounds in the PCM 2ch format when you play a DVD video disc recorded on the MPEG2 recording system. Bitstream: Select “Bitstream” if you connected the Recorder’s DIGITAL OUT jack to a MPEG decoder (or an amplifier or other equipment with a MPEG decoder).

Vocal

Set Vocal to ON only when a multi-channel karaoke DVD is playing. The karaoke channels on the disc will mix into normal stereo sound.

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8(Adult)

4 3 2 1(Kids)

No Limit

Rating

Set Password

Area Code

Password

0-9 Input

Change Delete

Rating

Set Password

Area Code

New Password

0-9 Input

Lock (Parental Control)

Set Password

To access the Rating, Set Password and Area Code features, you must enter a 4-digit security password.

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Lock option.

While the Lock option is selected, press 1 to

move to the second level.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Set Password option.

Press 1 to move to the third level.

When you have not entered a password yet;

Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered buttons to create a personal 4-digit security password. Enter the 4-digit password again to verify.

Rating

Movies on DVDs may contain scenes not suitable for children. Therefore, discs may contain Parental Control information that applies to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the disc. These scenes are rated from Level 1 to 8, and alternatively, more suitable scenes are available for selection on some discs. Ratings are country-dependent. The Parental Control feature allows you to prevent discs from being played by your children or to have certain discs played with alternative scenes.

Follow steps 1-3 as shown above to the left (Set

Password).

Use 3 / 4 to select the Rating option.

Press 1 to move to the third level.

HOOKUP

When you have already entered a password;

You can change or delete the password. Use 3 / 4 to select “Change” or “Delete” then press ENTER.

Change: Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered buttons to confirm the personal 4-digit security password, then enter a 4-digit new password twice.

Delete: Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered buttons to confirm the personal 4-digit security password.

If you make a mistake, press 2 repeatedly to delete password numbers one by one then correct it.

If you forget your 4-digit code

If you forget your password, to clear the current password, follow the procedure below.

1. Press SETUP to display the Setup menu.

2. Use the Number buttons to enter the 6-digit number “210499”.

3. Select “Yes” then press ENTER. The 4-digit password is cleared. Enter a new code as shown above.

Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered

buttons to confirm the personal 4-digit security password.

Select a rating from 1 to 8 using the 3 / 4

buttons. One (1) has the most playback restrictions. Eight (8) has the least playback restrictions.

No Limit: If you select No Limit, Parental Control is not active. The disc will play in full. Level 1 to 8: Some discs contain scenes not suitable for children. If you set a rating for the recorder, all disc scenes with the same rating or lower will be played. Higher rated scenes will not be played unless an alternative scene is available on the disc. The alternative must have the same rating or a lower one. If no suitable alternative is found, playback will stop. You must enter the 4-digit password or change the rating level in order to play the disc.

Press ENTER to confirm your rating selection,

then press SETUP to exit the menu.

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Disc Record Mode

VCR Record Mode

VCR Record System

DV Record Audio

Auto Chapter

Disc Record Mode

VCR Record Mode

DV Record Audio

Auto Chapter

VCR Record System

Rating

Set Password

Area Code

R U

Area Code

Enter the code of a country/area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, referring to the list (See “Area Code List”, page 65.).

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Lock option.

While the Lock option is selected, press 1 to

move to the second level.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Area Code option.

Press 1 to move to the third level.

When you have not entered a password yet;

Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered buttons to create a personal 4-digit security password. Enter the 4-digit password again to verify.

When you have already entered a password;

Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered buttons to confirm the personal 4-digit security password.

If you a mistake, press 2 repeatedly to delete password numbers one by one then correct it.

Select the first character using the 3 / 4

buttons.

Shift the cursor using 1 buttons and select the

second character using 3 / 4 buttons.

Press ENTER to confirm your Area Code

selection, then press SETUP to exit the menu.

Record

Disc Record Mode

You can set the picture quality for DVD recording; XP (High Quality), SP (Standard Quality), LP (Low Quality), EP (Extend Quality).

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Record option.

While the Record option is selected, press 1 to

move to the second level.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Disc Record Mode

option.

Press 1 to move to the third level.

Use 3 / 4 to select a desired Record Mode

(XP, SP, LP or EP)

Press ENTER to confirm your selection, then

press SETUP to exit the menu.

VCR Record Mode

You can set the picture quality for VCR recording; SP (Standard Play), LP (Long Play).

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VCR Record System

Your video recorder uses dual colour standards, PAL and MESECAM. During recording your video recorder should select the colour system automatically, however if you experience problems you may need to do it manually.

Disc Record Mode

VCR Record Mode

VCR Record System

DV Record Audio

Auto Chapter

Auto

PAL

MESECAM

DV Record Audio

You need to set this if you have a camcorder using 32kHz/12-bit sound connected to the front panel DV IN jack. Some digital camcorders have two stereo tracks for audio. One is recorded at the time of shooting; the other is for overdubbing after shooting. On the Audio 1 setting, the sound that was recorded while shooting is used. On the Audio 2 setting, the overdubbed sound is used.

Disc Record Mode

VCR Record Mode

VCR Record System

DV Record Audio

Auto Chapter

Audio 1

Audio 2

Disc

Initialize

If you load a completely blank disc, the recorder will initialize the disc.

DVD-R: The recorder initialize the disc to Video mode. The recording mode will always be Video mode.

DVD-RW: Go to step 7. DVD+R/DVD-RAM: The Initialize menu will appear.

Select “OK” then press ENTER. DVD+RW: The recorder initialize the disc to DVD+RW

mode. Also, you can format the disc from the Setup menu as below.

Initialize

Finalize

Disc Label

Disc Protect Manual Skip About DivX(R)

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Disc option.

Start

While the Disc option is selected, press 1 to

move to the second level.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Initialize option.

HOOKUP

Auto Chapter

When recording, chapter markers are put in specified setting. You can change this interval to 5 minutes, or 10 minutes. If you select None, switch off automatic chapter marking altogether with the No Separation setting.

Disc Record Mode

VCR Record Mode

VCR Record System

DV Record Audio

Auto Chapter

None

5 Min

10 Min

Press 1 to move to the third level.

Start icon is highlighted.

Press ENTER.

Initialize menu appears.

In case of DVD-RW, use 2 / 1 to select a

desired Disc Format Mode (VR Mode or Video Mode) then press ENTER. In case of DVD+RW/DVD-RAM, go to step 8.

Disc Initialize

Select a mode.

Video ModeVR Mode

Use 2 / 1 to select “OK” then press ENTER.

It takes a few minutes to format the disc.

Disc Initialize

All data on the disc will be deleted. Proceed?

Cancel

Caution

If you want to change the disc format, everything recorded on the disc will be erased.

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Edit

Initialize

Finalize

Disc Label

Disc Protect

Manual Skip

About DivX(R)

0123456789

ABCDEFGH I J

KLMNOPQRST

UVWXYZ

OK CancelSpace Delete

Language

English/Latin Capital

Finalize

Unfinalize

Initialize

Finalize

Disc Label

Disc Protect

Manual Skip

About DivX(R)

Do you want finalization?

Finalize

Cancel

Finalize

Finalising ‘fixes’ the recordings in place so that the disc can be played on a regular DVD player or computer equipped with a suitable DVD-ROM drive. Finalizing a Video mode disc creates a menu screen for navigating the disc. This is accessed by pressing DISC MENU /LIST or TITLE MENU.

Caution

• When DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+R recording, you’ve finalized a disc recording, you can’t edit or record anything else on that disc except DVD+RW.

Follow steps 1-3 as shown on page 27

(Initialize).

Use 3 / 4 to select the Finalize option.

Disc Label

Use this to enter a name for the disc. This name appears when you display disc information on-screen.

• The disc name can be up to 32 characters long.

•For discs formatted on a different Recorder, you will see only a limited character set.

Follow steps 1-3 as shown Initialize on page 27.

Use 3 / 4 to select the Disc Label option.

Press 1 to move to the third level.

Edit icon is highlighted.

Press ENTER.

Keyboard menu appears.

Press 1 to move to the third level.

Finalize is highlighted.

Press ENTER.

Finalize menu appears.

Select OK then press ENTER.

The recorder starts finalizing the disc.

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How long finalization takes depends on the type of disc, how much is recorded on the disc, and the number of titles on the disc. A disc recorded can take up to 8 minutes or more to finalize.

If you load a DVD-RW that has already been finalized, you can ‘unfinalize’ it by choosing Unfinalize from the Finalize menu. After doing this, you can edit and rerecord onto the disc.

Enter a name for the disc. Use 3421to

select a character then press ENTER to confirm your selection. Refer step 3 as shown on page 21 (Station Rename).

Remote control buttons for entering a name

1 (PLAY): Inserts a space at the cursor position.

; (PAUSE/STEP): Deletes the after character at

the cursor position.

∫ (STOP), CLEAR: Deletes the previous character

at the cursor position.

: / 9: Moves cursor to left or right.

Numbers (0~9): Enters the character of

corresponding location on the selected column.

DISC MENU /LIST, DISPLAY: Switches the

keyboard type (English/Latin Capital, English/Latin Lowercase, Symbol)

Choose OK then press ENTER to fix the name

and return to the Setup menu.

Press SETUP to exit the menu.

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OFF

Initialize

Finalize

Disc Label

Disc Protect

Manual Skip

About DivX(R)

Enter

Initialize

Finalize

Disc Label

Disc Protect

Manual Skip

About DivX(R)

Disc Protect

When recording in DVD+RW / +R / DVD-RAM disc or VR mode formatted DVD-RW disc, set to ON to prevent accidental recording, editing or deleting of the disc loaded. If you need to unlock the disc to make edits, select OFF.

Manual Skip

RAM

Video

Pressing MANUAL SKIP during playback allows you to skip a set time to a scene forward and continue playback: This is useful with, e.g., commercial messages. The skip time can be set to 15, 30 or 60 seconds (see page 34).

: The skip time is fixed at 30 seconds.

Video

About DivX

We provide you the DivX®VOD (Video On Demand) registration code that allows you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX

VOD service. For more

information, visit www.divx.com/vod.

Select “About DivX®” option then press 1.

VCDDVD+R+RWVR

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Press ENTER while Enter is selected and the

registration code will appear.

Use the registration code to purchase or rent the

videos from DivX

VOD service at www.divx.com/vod. Follow the instructions and download the video onto a disc for playback on this unit.

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All the downloaded videos from DivX

VOD can only be

played back on this unit.

Before Operation (Continued)

General Explanation of On-Screen

Display

This manual gives basic instructions for operating the Recorder. Some DVDs require specific operation or allow only limited operation during playback. When this occurs, the symbol “ ” appears on the TV screen, indicating that the operation is not permitted by the Recorder or is not available on the disc.

Displaying Information on-screen

You can display various information about the disc or tape loaded on-screen.

Press DISPLAY repeatedly to display/change the

information displayed on-screen.

To remove the on-screen display, press DISPLAY

or RETURN (@) repeatedly until it disappears.

See the descriptions on next pages for detailed explanation during playing.

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• Some discs may not provide all of the features on the on-screen display example shown on next pages.

Temporary Feedback Field Icons

Resume play from this point

Action prohibited or not available

Displaying Information While Watching TV

During viewing the TV, press DISPLAY to display/ remove the information displayed on-screen.

e.g., when DVD-RW in VR mode is inserted.

Indicates channel number, station name,

and audio input signal received by the

Indicates the record mode,

free space, and elapsed

time progress bar.

Indicates disc name and format.

tuner.

Changing TV Channels

If no disc or tape is playing, you can change TV channels using the number or PROG/TRK (3 / 4) buttons on the remote control.

Changing TV Audio Channel

Some TV programs are broadcast with a bilingual audio program (BIL). You can change the TV audio using the AUDIO button. Press AUDIO repeatedly to change the TV audio as shown below.

Stereo/Main

Stereo/Sub

Mono/Main

The current audio channel is displayed on-screen.

•For the detailed information, refer to the step 4 on page 44.

• If the sound is poor quality when set to Stereo, you can often improve it by changing to Mono.

• When an external input is selected, the audio channel can be switched only to Stereo.

DVD-VR

DVD-RW SP 1H 32M Free

Indicates output audio signal.

Indicates current date and time.

Stereo/Main

DVD

PR-05

MONO

01/01/2004 11:35

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1/4

0:10:30

3D SUR.

STEREO

1/6

4/26

-:--:--

OFF

3D SUR.

1/3

5.1CH

1. ENG

1/6

-:--:--

3D SUR.

2CH

1. MPG

NONE

Displaying Information on-screen (Continued)

DVD

Shows the current

title/chapter number and

total number of

titles/chapters.

Menu Options

Title Number

Chapter Number

Time search

Audio language and Digital Audio Output mode

Subtitle language

Angle

Sound

VCD

Shows the current track

number and total number of

tracks.

Function (Use 3 / 4 to select desired option)

Shows the current title number and total number of titles, and skips to the desired title number.

Shows the current chapter number and total number of chapters, and skips to the desired chapter number.

Shows the elapsed playing time. Use numeric buttons to input the time for the scene you want to view: Playback will start from that time.

Shows the current audio soundtrack language, encoding method, and channel number, and changes the setting.

Shows the current subtitles language, and changes the setting.

Shows the current angle number and total number of angles, and changes the angle number.

Shows the current sound mode, and changes the setting.

Shows the elapsed playing time and

total time.

TRACK : 1/17

0:06:32 / 1:00:00

DVD

Shows the Current mode.

Selection Method

DVD

Shows the Current mode.

2 / 1, or

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1, or

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1,

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1

HOOKUP

Menu Options

Tr ack Number

Time

Audio Channel

Sound

DivX

Menu Options

Title Number

Time search

Audio Channel

Subtitle

Sound

Function (Use 3 / 4 to select desired option)

Shows the current track number and total number of tracks and skip to the desired track number.

Shows the elapsed playing time (Display only).

Shows the audio channel, and changes the audio channel.

Shows the current sound mode, and changes the setting.

Shows the elapsed playing time and

total time.

Movie.avi Codec : DivX V 5.0

0:06:32 / 1:00:00

Function (Use 3 / 4 to select desired option)

Shows the current title number and total number of titles, and skips to the desired title number.

Shows the elapsed playing time. Use numeric buttons to input the time for the scene you want to view: Playback will start from that time.

Shows the audio channel, and changes the audio channel.

Shows the current subtitles, and changes the setting.

Shows the current sound mode, and changes the setting.

DVD

Selection Method

2 / 1, or

Numbers, ENTER

–

2 / 1

Shows the Current mode.

Selection Method

2 / 1, or

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1

Before Operation (Continued)

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2CH

1. L+R

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DUAL

M+S

0:00:20

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Displaying Information on-screen (Continued)

RAM

Shows the title name,

recording date, recording

mode, etc.

ORG: Original

PList: Playlist

Menu Options

Title Number

Chapter Number

Time search

Digital Audio Output mode

Sound

+RW

Video

Shows the title name,

recording date, recording

mode, etc.

Shows the elapsed playing time and

total time.

TITLE 1

01/01/04

ORG SP

0:06:32 / 2:12:10

Function (Use 3 / 4 to select desired option)

Shows the current title number and total number of titles, and skips to the desired title number.

Shows the current chapter number and total number of chapters, and skips to the desired chapter number.

Shows the elapsed playing time. Use numeric buttons to input the time for the scene you want to view: Playback will start from that time.

Shows the current audio encoding method, and channel number, and changes the setting.

Shows the current sound mode, and changes the setting.

Shows the elapsed playing time and

total time.

TITLE 1

01/01/04

0:06:32 / 2:12:10

DVD

Shows the Current mode.

Selection Method

2 / 1, or

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1, or

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1,

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1

Shows the Current mode.

Menu Options

Title Number

Chapter Number

Time search

Digital Audio Output mode

Sound

VHS

Menu Options

Time

Audio Channel

Function (Use 3 / 4 to select desired option)

Shows the current title number and total number of titles, and skips to the desired title number.

Shows the current chapter number and total number of chapters, and skips to the desired chapter number.

Shows the elapsed playing time. Use numeric buttons to input the time for the scene you want to view: Playback will start from that time.

Shows the current audio encoding method, and channel number, and changes the setting.

Shows the current sound mode, and changes the setting.

Shows playing speed, the elapsed playing progress

bar and elapsed playing time.

VCR

0:06:32

Function (Use 3 / 4 to select desired option)

Shows the elapsed playing time (display only). This function allows you to reset the timer counter.

Shows the audio channel, and changes the audio channel.

VCR

Selection Method

2 / 1, or

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1, or

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1,

Numbers, ENTER

2 / 1

Shows the Current mode

Selection Method

–

2 / 1

Operation with DVD and Video CD

Playing a DVD or Video CD

Playback Setup

• Before using the remote control, press the DVD button to select the device to be operated.

•Turn the TV on and select the video input source connected to the Recorder.

•Audio system: Turn the audio system on and select the input source connected to the Recorder.

Press (<) OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.

Load your chosen disc in the tray, with the

playback side down.

Press (<) OPEN/CLOSE to close the tray.

READING appears on the display window, and playback starts automatically. If playback does not start, press 1 (PLAY).

In some cases, the disc menu might appear instead.

If a menu screen is displayed

The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a DVD or Video CD which contains a menu.

– This recorder can play back an 8-cm DVD-R recorded

on a Hitachi DVD video camera/recorder and not finalized. However, additional recording or finalizing on this recorder will not be possible.

– Be sure to finalize any DVD-R recorded on a device

other than this recorder, using that device before playing it back on this recorder. If you play back the DVD-R without finalization, you may not be able to record on the original device any more.

General Features

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Unless stated otherwise, all operations described use the remote control. Some features may also be available on the Setup menu.

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Moving to another TITLE

RAM

When a disc has more than one title, you can move to another title as follows:

• Press DISPLAY twice then use 3 / 4 to select the

title icon. Then, press the appropriate numbered button (0-9) or 2 / 1 to select a title number.

Video

+RWVR

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DVD

Use the 2 1 3 4 buttons to select the title/chapter you want to view, then press ENTER to start playback. Press TITLE MENU or DISC MENU / LIST to return to the menu screen.

VCD

• Use the number buttons to select the track you want to view. Press RETURN (@) to return to the menu screen.

• Menu setting and the exact operating procedures for using the menu may differ depending on the disc. Follow the instructions on the each menu screen.

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– If Parental Control is set and the disc is not within the

Rating settings (not authorised), the 4-digit code must be entered and/or the disc must be authorised (see “Rating”, on page 25).

–DVDs may have a Region Code.

Your recorder will not play discs that have a region code different from your recorder. The region code for this recorder is 2 (two) or ALL.

– If a videotape is inserted during DVD playback, the

recorder will automatically switch to the VCR mode.

– If the recorder is turned on when a disc is inserted or

a disc is already placed in the recorder, it will take about a minute for the recorder to read the disc.

Moving to another CHAPTER/TRACK

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RAM

When a title on a disc has more than one chapter/track, you can move to another chapter/track as follows:

• Press SKIP (: or 9) briefly during playback to

select the next chapter/track or to return to the beginning of the current chapter/track.

• Press SKIP (:) twice briefly to step back to the

previous chapter/track.

•To go directly to any chapter/track during playback,

press DISPLAY twice. Then, use 3 / 4 to select chapter icon (or for a Video CD, select track icon). Then, enter the chapter/track number using the numbered buttons (0-9) or press 2 / 1 .

Video

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RAM

1. Press BACKWARD (6) or FORWARD (5) during

2. Press BACKWARD (6) or FORWARD (5) to

3. To exit SEARCH mode, press 1 (PLAY).

Video

playback.

The recorder will now go into SEARCH mode.

select the required speed: 2 (Reverse play), 6, 62 , 66, 662 , 666 (backward) or 5, 51, 55, 551, 555 (forward). With a Video CD, the Search speed changes: 6, 62, 66 (backward) or 5, 51, 55 (forward).

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Operation with DVD and Video CD (Continued)

REPEAT

A - B

General Features (continued)

Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback

RAM

Video

1. Press PAUSE/STEP (;) during playback.

The recorder will now go into PAUSE mode.

2. You can advance or back up the picture frame-by-frame

by pressing 2 / 1 repeatedly during PAUSE mode.

3. To exit PAUSE mode, press 1 (PLAY).

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The picture frame-by-frame in reverse is not available for Video CD.

You can advance the picture frame-by-frame by pressing PAUSE/STEP (;) repeatedly on the remote control.

Slow Motion

RAM

1. Press PAUSE/STEP (;) during playback.

2. Press BACKWARD (6) or FORWARD (5) during

3. Use the BACKWARD (6) or FORWARD (5) to

4. To exit Slow Motion mode, press 1 (PLAY).

Slow motion playback in reverse is not possible with Video CDs.

Random

1. Press RANDOM during playback.

2. To return to normal playback, press RANDOM until

By pressing SKIP > during Random playback, the unit selects another title (track) and resumes Random playback.

• This function only works with DVD Karaoke discs or

video CDs.

Video

The recorder will now go into PAUSE mode.

PAUSE mode.

The Recorder will enter SLOW mode.

select the required speed: G 1/16, G 1/8,G 1/4, or

G 1/2 (backward), or F 1/16, F 1/8, F 1/4, or F 1/2 (forward). With a Video CD, the Slow speed changes: F 1/8, F 1/4 or F 1/2 (forward).

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The unit automatically begins Random Playback and “RANDOM” appears on the TV screen.

“NORMAL” appears on the TV screen.

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Video

REPEAT

CHAPTER

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Repeat

RAM

DVD Discs - Repeat Chapter/Title/All/Off

Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.

• Chapter: repeats the current chapter.

• Title: repeats the current title .

• All: repeats the all titles on the disc. (VR mode DVD-RW and RAM disc only)

• OFF: does not play repeatedly.

Repeat A-B

RAM

Video

To repeat a sequence in a title:

1. Press A-B at your chosen starting point.

Repeat icon and REPEAT A- appears on the TV screen.

2. Press A-B again at your chosen end point.

Repeat icon and REPEAT A-B appears on the TV screen, and the repeat sequence begins.

3. To cancel the sequence, press A-B repeatedly to

select REPEAT OFF.

Time Search

RAM

Video

0:10:30

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The Time Search function allows you to start playing at any chosen time on the disc.

1. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The on-screen

display appears on the TV screen.

The Time Search box shows the elapsed playing time of the current disc.

2. Within 7 seconds, use 3 / 4 to select the Time

Search icon in the on-screen display.

The “-:--:--” appears in the Time Search box.

3. Within 7 seconds, use the number buttons to enter

the required start time. Enter hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right in the box. You can not enter an invalid time.

If you enter the wrong numbers, press 2 / 1 to move the under bar (_) to the wrong number. Then enter the correct numbers.

4. Within 7 seconds, press ENTER to confirm the start

time.

Playback starts from the selected time on the disc.

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Manual Skip

RAM

Video

Press MANUAL SKIP during playback. Use the following procedure to set the manual skip time:

1. Press SETUP.

2. Use 3 / 4 to choose “Disc”, and then press 1.

3. Use 3 / 4 to choose “Manual Skip”, and then press

ENTER.

4. Use 3 / 4 to select the time (15/30/60 seconds) to

be skipped, and then press ENTER.

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Operation with DVD and Video CD (Continued)

General Features (continued)

Zoom

RAM

Video

The Zoom function allows you to enlarge the video image and to move through the enlarged image.

1. Press ZOOM during playback or still playback to

activate the Zoom function.

Each press of the ZOOM button changes the TV screen in the sequence shown below. x1 size → x2 size → x4 size → x1 size (normal size)

2. Use the 2134buttons to move through the

zoomed picture.

3. To resume normal playback, press CLEAR or press

ZOOM repeatedly until the normal picture appears.

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The zoom function may not work for some DVDs.

MARKER

Marker Search

RAM

Video

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You can start playback from a memorised point. Up to six points can be memorised. To enter a mark, follow these steps.

1. During disc playback, press MARKER when

playback reaches the spot that you want to memorise.

The Marker icon will appear on the TV screen briefly.

2. Repeat step 1 to enter up to six Marker points on a

disc.

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3. Press CLEAR.

“Delete selected marker? Continue?” message appears.

4. Use 2 / 1 to select “Yes” then press ENTER.

5. Repeat steps 2-4 to erase additional Marked scene.

6. To remove the Marker Search menu, press

RETURN (@).

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Removing the disc will erase the marker.

Checking the Contents of DVD Video Discs: Menus

DVDs may contain menus that allow you to access special features. To open the disc menu, press DISC MENU / LIST. Then, press the appropriate number button to select an option. Or, use the 2134 buttons to highlight your selection, then press ENTER.

Title Menu

Press TITLE MENU.

If the current title has a menu, the menu will appear on the TV screen. Otherwise, the disc menu may appear.

• The menu may contain camera angles, spoken language and subtitle options, and chapters for the title.

Disc Menu

Press DISC MENU / LIST.

The disc menu is displayed.

• To remove the disc menu, press DISC MENU / LIST again.

DVD

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To Recall a Marked Scene

1. Press SEARCH.

The Marker Search menu will appear on the TV screen.

2. Use the 2134buttons to select a Marked scene

that you want to recall.

3. Press ENTER.

Playback will start from the Marked scene.

4. To remove the Marker Search menu, press

RETURN (@).

Marker Search

CLEAR

Move

Delete

CloseSelect

To clear a Marked Scene

1. Press SEARCH during playback or in stop mode.

The Marker Search menu will appear on the TV screen.

2. Use 2134to select the Marked scene that you

want to erase.

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Camera Angle

DVD

If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle during playback.

• Press ANGLE then press 2 / 1 repeatedly during playback to select a desired angle.

The number of the current angle appears on the TV screen.

The ANGLE indicator will blink on the TV screen at scenes recorded at different angles to indicate that angle switching is possible.

Changing the Audio Soundtrack

5.1CH

1. ENG

Press AUDIO then press 2 / 1 repeatedly during playback to hear a different audio language or audio soundtrack if available.

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Some discs feature both Dolby Digital and DTS soundtracks. There is no analogue audio output when DTS is selected. To listen to the DTS soundtrack, connect this recorder to a DTS decoder via one of the digital outputs. See page 17 for connection details.

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Operation with DVD and Video CD (Continued)

Changing the Audio Channel

RAM

Video

With a Video CD, press AUDIO then press 2 / 1 repeatedly during playback to hear a different audio channel (STEREO, LEFT or RIGHT). With DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode that have both a main and a Bilingual audio channel, you can switch between Main (L), Bilingual (R), or a mix of both (Main + Bilingual) by pressing AUDIO.

3D Surround

RAM

DivX

Video

3D SUR.

This unit can produce a 3D Surround effect, which simulates multi-channel audio playback from two conventional stereo speakers, instead of the five or more speakers normally required to listen to multichannel audio from a home theatre system.

1. Press DISPLAY twice then use 3 / 4 to select the sound icon. Then, use 2 / 1 to select “3D SUR.”.

2. To turn off the 3D Surround effect, select “NORMAL”.

Subtitles

OFF

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Press SUBTITLE then press 2 / 1 repeatedly during playback to see the different subtitle languages.

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Last Condition Memory

DVD

This recorder memorises the user settings for the last disc that you have viewed. Settings remain in memory even if you remove the disc from the recorder or switch off the recorder. If you load a disc that had its settings memorised, the latest stop position is automatically recalled.

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– Settings are stored in memory for use any time. – This recorder does not memorise settings of a disc if

you switch off the recorder before commencing to play it.

Finding Locations on a Disc

VCD

You can directly access any point on a video CD using this function. Use this function only while a video CD is playing. Playback jumps to the point specified.

1. Press SEARCH during playback. The progress bar appears on the TV screen.

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33%

2. Use 2 / 1 to find a start position for playback.

3. Press ENTER to confirm the selected position.

Playback starts from the selected position.

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This function works only when no marker is memorised.

Playing a DivX®Movie Disc

Using this unit you can play DivX®disc. Before playing

DivX

files, read “About DivX®movie files” on this page.

Insert a disc and close the tray. The Movie menu

appears on the TV screen.

Movie

- CD

divx_vod_drm

divx 01.avi divx 02.avi divx 03.avi divx 04.avi divx 05.avi divx 06.avi divx 07.avi divx 08.avi divx 09.avi

Select

Press 3 / 4 to select a folder, and press

ENTER. A list of files in the folder appears. If you are in a file list and want to return to the Folder list, use the 3 / 4 buttons on the remote to highlight and press ENTER.

If you want to view a particular file, press 3 / 4

to highlight a file and press PLAY. You can use variable playback functions. Refer to pages 33-36.

Press STOP to stop the playback. The Movie

menu appears.

• On a CD with MP3/WMA, JPEG and MOVIE file, you can switch Music, Photo and Movie menu. Press TITLE MENU.

Notice for displaying the DivX®subtitle

Please refer to following notice when the DivX subtitle does not display properly.

1. Find a suitable language for the DivX

figure below.

Disc Subtitle Language Available DivX®Subtitle

Original, English English

French, German, French, German, Italian, Italian, Spanish, Spanish, Portuguese Por tuguese Dutch, Swedish

Russian Russian

Other 6976 Greek

Other 8076 Polish

Other 7285 Hungarian

Other 6783 Czech

2. Press SETUP. The Setup menu appears.

Press SETUP “ [LANGUAGE] “ [Disc Subtitle] then select the language you have found. Refer to “Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle” on page 23.

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subtitle on the

If the subtitle still does not display properly after the steps 1-2 proceeded, press and hold SUBTITLE about 3 seconds then another language code of the subtitle is displayed properly.

Movie menu options

1. Press 3 / 4 to select a folder/file on the Movie

menu then press ENTER. Movie menu options appear.

2. Press 3 / 4 to select an option, and press ENTER.

• [Play] Start playback the selected title.

• [Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in the folder appears

• [DUBBING] Copies the file(s) to a VHS tape. (page

45)

About DivX®movie files

DivX®disc compatibility with this recorder is limited as follows:

•Available resolution size of the DivX 720x576 (W x H) pixel.

• The file name of the DivX

subtitle is limited to

characters.

• The total number of files and folders on the disc should be less than 1999.

• If the number of the screen frame is over 29.97 frames per second, this unit may not operate normally.

• If the video and audio structure of recorded file is not interleaved, returns to the menu screen.

• If the file is recorded with GMC, the unit supports only 1-point of the record level.

* GMC? GMC is the acronym for Global Motion Compensation. It is an encoding tool specified in MPEG4 standard. Some MPEG4 encoders, like DivX option. There are different levels of GMC encoding, usually called 1-point, 2-point, or 3-point GMC.

Playable DivX

file

“.avi”, “.divx”

Playable DivX

subtitle

“.smi”, “.srt ”, “.sub (Micro DVD format only)”, “.txt (Micro DVD format only)”

•DivX

subtitle except those listed above is not

displayed on the TV screen.

Playable Codec format

“DIV3”, “MP43”, “DIVX”, “XVID”, “DX50”

Playable Audio format

“AC3”, “PCM”, “MP2”, “MP3”, “WMA”

• Sampling frequency: within 8 - 48 kHz (MP3), within 32 - 48kHz (WMA)

• Bit rate: within 8 - 320kbps (MP3), 32 - 192kbps (WMA)

file is under

or Xvid, have this

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Duration

Track 1 04:47

Track 2

04:01 03:01 03:30 04:24 05:01 03:48 04:09 05:10 04:11

Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 Track 6 Track 7 Track 8 Track 9 Track 10

Title

Program

Mark

MARKER

Select LIST

Music

- Audio CD

Music

00:00

152 Items

Root

FILE 01.mp3

FOLDER 01

FILE 02.mp3 FILE 03.mp3 FILE 04.mp3 FILE 05.mp3 FILE 06.mp3 FILE 07.mp3 FILE 08.mp3 FILE 09.mp3

Program

Mark

MARKER

Select LIST

- CD

Play

Program add

Play

Program add

Open

Program add

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA

Disc

The Recorder can play audio CDs. Also, the Recorder can play MP3/WMA formatted recordings on CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW or DVDRAM disc. Before playing MP3/WMA recordings, read the notes on MP3/WMA Recordings on page 39.

Insert a disc and close the tray.

To display the Music menu for MP3/WMA file recorded on the disc.

AUDIO CD or MP3/WMA CD menu appears on the TV screen.

AUDIO CD Menu MP3/WMA CD Menu

Use 3 / 4 to select a track then press 1

(PLAY).

Playback starts. During playback, the current track’s elapsed playing time will appear on the display window and menu. Playback will stop at the end of the disc.

MP3

WMA

To stop playback at any other time, press

STOP (∫).

Music menu options

1. To display menu options, select a track (or folder) on

the menu then press ENTER.

2. Use 3 / 4 to select an option then press ENTER to

confirm your selection.

Music-Audio CD menu options

Play: Starts playback the selected

track. Program add: Adds the track(s) to

Program List. (page 40)

Music-CD menu options

• When you select a track.

Play: Starts playback the selected

track. Program add: Adds the track(s) to

Program List. (page 40)

• When you select a folder.

Open: Displays sub-folders and

MP3/WMA files only in the folder. Program add: Adds all track(s) in

the folder to Program List. (page 40)

MP3

WMA

•You can view TV channel or video input source by

•You can switch between the Track List and

• On CDs with mixed content (audio tracks,

• If you select a MP3 and press DISPLAY, the file

• If you are in a file list and want to return to the

• Use the MARKER button to select multiple files

ips

pressing RETURN. If you want to return to the Music menu, press DISC MENU / LIST.

Program List menus by pressing DISC MENU / LIST.

MP3/WMA files and JPEG files), you can select among the Music-Audio CD menu, MusicMP3/WMA CD menu, and Photo CD menu by pressing TITLE MENU repeatedly in Stop mode.

information is displayed. Press DISPLAY again to remove the file information. If you select a folder and press DISPLAY, the number of subfolders and number of MP3/WMA files in the folder are displayed.

Folder list, use the 3/4 to highlight and press ENTER to return to the previous menu screen.

(folders). Press MARKER again to cancel the marked file or folder.

Audio CD and MP3/WMA Operation (Continued)

Pause

MP3

WMA

1. Press PAUSE/STEP (;) during playback.

2. To return to playback, press 1 (PLAY) or press

PAUSE/STEP (;) again.

Moving to Another Track

MP3

WMA

• Press SKIP : or 9 briefly during

playback to go to the next track or to return to the beginning of the current track.

• Press SKIP : twice briefly to step back to the

previous track.

• On an Audio CD, to go directly to any track, enter the track number using the numbered buttons (0-9) during playback on the Track List.

Repeat Track/All(Folder)/Off

WMA

MP3

Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.

• TRACK: repeats the current track.

• ALL (CD): repeats the all tracks on the disc.

•FOLDER (MP3/WMA): repeats the all tracks in the

current folder.

• OFF (No display): does not play repeatedly.

Random

MP3

WMA

1. Press RANDOM during playback or in stop mode.

The unit automatically begins Random Playback and “RANDOM” appears on the menu screen.

2. To return to normal playback, press RANDOM

repeatedly until “RANDOM” disappears from the menu screen.

By pressing SKIP 9 during Random playback, the unit selects another track and resumes Random playback.

Changing the Audio Channel

WMA

MP3

Press AUDIO repeatedly to hear a different audio channel (stereo, left or right).

1. Press BACKWARD (6) or FORWARD (5) during

playback.

The recorder will now go into SEARCH mode.

2. Press BACKWARD (6) or FORWARD (5) to

select the required speed: 6, 62, 66 (backward) or 5, 51, 55 (forward). Search speed and direction are indicated on the menu screen.

3. To exit SEARCH mode, press 1 (PLAY).

Repeat A-B

To repeat a sequence in a track:

1. Press A-B at your chosen start point.

Repeat icon and “A-” appears on the menu screen.

2. Press A-B again at your chosen end point.

The Repeat icon and “A - B” appears on the menu screen, and the repeat sequence begins.

3. To exit the sequence and return to normal play, press

A-B again.

The Repeat icon disappears from the menu screen.

Notes on MP3/WMA Recordings About MP3

• An MP3 file is audio data compressed by using the MPEG1 audio layer-3 file-coding scheme. We call files that have the ‘.mp3’ file extension ‘MP3 files’.

• The recorder can not read an MP3 file that has a file extension other than ‘.mp3’.

About WMA(Window Media Audio)

• An WMA file is a Microsoft audio compression technology.

•WMA(Windows Media Audio) offers double the audio.compression of the MP3 format.

MP3/WMA Disc compatibility with this recorder is limited as follows:

1. CD-R physical format should be ‘ISO 9660’ and

‘JOLIET’.

2. If you record MP3/WMA files using the software

which cannot create a FILE SYSTEM, for example ‘Direct-CD’ etc., it is impossible to playback MP3/WMA files. We recommend that you use ‘Easy-CD Creator’, which creates an ISO9660 or JOLIET file system.

3. Total number of files and folders on the disc should

be less than 999.

This Recorder requires discs/recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are automatically set to these standards. There are many different types of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3 or WMA files) that require certain pre-existing conditions (see above) to insure compatible playback.

Customers should also note that permission is required in order to download MP3/WMA files and music from the Internet. Our company has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the copyright owner.

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Program Playback with Audio CD and MP3/WMA

Play

Move

Delete

The Program function enables you to store your favorite tracks from any disc in the recorder memory. Program can contain 99 tracks (Audio CD) or 256 tracks (MP3/WMA).

Insert an Audio CD or MP3/WMA disc.

Audio CD or MP3/WMA CD menu will appear.

Use 3 / 4 to select a track or folder on the List

then press ENTER.

The options appears on the left side of the menu.

Use 3 / 4 to highlight the “Program add” icon

then press ENTER.

The selected track is added to the Program List.

Repeat steps 2-3 to place additional tracks on

the Program list.

You can add multi tracks on the List to the Program List.

1. Select a track then press MARKER.

2. Repeat step 1 to mark additional tracks.

3. Select any track then press ENTER. The options appears on the left side of the menu.

4. Use 3 / 4 to highlight the “Program add” icon then press ENTER. The all marked tracks are added to the Program List.

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• Use the CLEAR button to select all tracks, or cancel

all marked tracks.

• If you select folder for Programd Playback, all tracks in

the folder are added to the program list.

AUDIO CD : Use 1 to move to the Program list.

Use 3 / 4 to select the track you want to start

playing.

Press PLAY (1) to start.

Playback begins in the order in which you programmed the tracks and “PRG” indicator appears on the display window. Playback stops after playing the last programmed track on the program list.

To resume normal playback from programmed

playback, select a track on the List then press PLAY (1).

“PRG” indicator disappears from the display window.

Program List menu options

1. To display menu options, select a track on the

2. Use 3 / 4 to select an option then press ENTER to

Repeat Programmed Tracks

Press PLAY MODE repeatedly during playback to select a desired repeat mode.

• TRACK: repeats the current track.

• ALL: repeats the all tracks on the Program list.

• Random: Plays tracks in random order.

• OFF (No display): does not play repeatedly.

Erasing a Track from the Program List

1. Select the track you wish to erase from the Program

2. Press ENTER.

3. Select “Delete” option then press ENTER.

Changing Track Order in the Program List

1. Select the track you wish to move.

2. Press ENTER.

3. Select “Move” option then press ENTER.

4. Use 3 / 2 to move the yellow bar to the desired

MP3

WMA

Program List menu then press ENTER. The menu options appear on the left side of the menu.

confirm your selection.

Play: Playback begins in the order in which you programmed the tracks from the selected track.

Move: Moves the track(s) to change the program order.

Delete: Deletes the track(s) from the Program List menu.

List.

Use the MARKER button to select multiple tracks.

The menu options appear on the left side of the menu.

The selected track is deleted from the Program List.

Use the MARKER button to select multiple tracks.

The menu options appear on the left side of the menu.

A yellow bar appears in the Program List.

location, then press ENTER. The selected track is moved.

JPEG File Operation

Select

MARKER

Mark

Photo

-CD

JPEG Folder 01

Folder 02

Folder 03 Folder 04

Folder 05

Folder 08

Folder 06 Folder 07

Photo

-CD

JPEG

Select

MARKER

Mark

4/20

File 03.jpg

90 90 Stop HidePrev Next

Full Screen

Slide Show

Open

Viewing a JPEG File

JPEG

The recorder can play discs with JPEG files. Before playing JPEG recordings, read “Notes on JPEG Recordings” on page 42.

Insert a disc and close the tray.

The Photo menu appears on the TV screen.

Use 3421to select a folder, then press

ENTER.

Open icon is highlighted on the left side of the menu.

Press ENTER.

A list of files in the folder appears.

Use 3 / 4 to select “Full Screen” option then

press ENTER.

To stop viewing at any time, press STOP.

The Photo menu reappears.

Photo menu options

1. To display menu options, select a file (or folder) on the menu then press ENTER.

2. Use 3 / 4 to select an option then press ENTER to confirm your selection.

Photo-CD menu options

• When you select a photo file.

Full Screen: Shows the selected file as full screen.

Slide Show: Displays Slide Show menu. (page 42)

JPEG

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If the icon displays in the Photo menu, it means you cannot see those JPEG files.

Use 3421to select a file, then press

ENTER.

The options appear on the left side of the menu.

• If you are in a file list and want to return to the Folder

list, use the 3 / 4 buttons on the remote to highlight the icon and press ENTER.

•You can view TV channel or video input source by pressing RETURN. If you want to return to the Photo menu, press DISC MENU / LIST.

• On CDs with mixed content (audio tracks, MP3/WMA files and JPEG files), you can select among the AUDIO CD menu, MP3/WMA CD menu, and Photo CD menu by pressing TITLE MENU repeatedly in Stop mode.

• When you select a folder.

Open: Displays sub-folders and

JPEG files in the folder.

JPEG File Operation (Continued)

Start

Object

Speed

Slide Show

Cancel

All

Normal

Skip Images

While viewing a picture, press SKIP (: or 9) once to advance to the next file or return to the previous file.

Rotate Images

Use 3 / 4 while viewing a picture to flip the picture clockwise or counterclockwise.

View Slide Shows

1. Select “Slide Show” option on the Photo menu.

2. Press ENTER.

The Slide Show menu appears.

3. Use 3421to set the options.

Object: Selected file or All files. Speed: Sets the speed for Slide Show (Slow, Normal, or Fast)

4. Select the Start option then press ENTER to start

the Slide Show.

5. Press STOP to stop the Slide Show and returns to

the Photo menu.

Notes on JPEG Recordings

• Depending on the size and number of JPEG files, it may take several minutes for the recorder to read the disc’s content. If you don’t see an on-screen display after several minutes, some of the files are too big — reduce the resolution of the JPEG files to less than 4 mega pixels and burn another disc.

• The total number of files and folders are free but the total number of files on the folder should be less than

999.

• Some discs may be incompatible due to different recording formats or the condition of the discs.

• When you are using software such as “Easy CD Creator” to burn JPEG files on a CD-R, ensure that all selected files have the ‘.jpg’ extension before copying them into the CD layout.

• If the files have ‘.jpe’ extensions, please rename them as ‘.jpg’ files.

• File names without the ‘.jpg’ extension cannot be read by this recorder, even though the files are shown as JPEG image files in Windows Explorer

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Use the MARKER button to select multiple files.

VCR Mode Tape Playback

Preparation

• Before using the remote control, press the VCR button to select the device to be operated.

•Turn the TV on and select the video input source connected to the Recorder.

•Audio system: Turn the audio system on and select the input source connected to the Recorder.

Normal Playback

Insert a prerecorded video cassette.

The indicator will light and the Recorder will power-up automatically.

• Make sure that the TIMER indicator in the display

window is not lighted. If it is, press POWER once.

• If a tape without a safety tab is inserted, the Recorder will start playback automatically.

Press PLAY (1) once.

PLAY icon appears on the TV screen.

• It is not necessary to select the tape speed for playback. It will be automatically selected by the Recorder.

Press STOP (∫) to stop playback.

STOP icon appears on the TV screen. If the tape reaches the end before STOP (∫) is pressed, the Recorder will automatically stop, rewind and eject the tape, and turn itself off.

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• If you wish to watch the DVD playback during the VCR playback, press DVD (or DVD/VCR) to change to DVD mode and perform the DVD palyback. If you press VCR (or DVD/VCR) to watch the VCR playback again, playback resumes from the point where playback was interrupted (PAL tape).

•You cannot playback for the both DVD and VCR at the same time.

Tracking Control

Auto Tracking

The automatic tracking function adjusts the picture to remove snow or streaks. The AUTO TRACKING function works in the following cases:

•A tape is played back for the first time.

•Tape speed (SP, LP) changes.

• Streaks or snow appear because of scratches on the tape.

Manual Tracking

If noise appears on the screen during playback, press PROG/TRK (3/4) on the remote control until the noise on the screen is reduced.

• In case of vertical jitter, adjust these controls very carefully.

•Tracking is automatically reset to normal when the tape is ejected or the mains lead is unplugged for more than 3 seconds.

VHS

Special Effect Playback

Special effects playback notes

• Horizontal lines (noise bars) will appear on the TV screen. This is normal.

• The audio is automatically muted during special effect modes, so there is no sound during search.

• During the high-speed picture search modes, a short time is needed to stabilise tape speed when reentering the PLAY mode. Slight interference may be observed during this time.

VHS

This function lets you visually search forward and backward for a desired scene on your tape.

1. Press BACKWARD (6) or FORWARD (5) during

playback. The Recorder will be activated in the SEARCH mode.

• If the Recorder is left in the SEARCH mode for more than 3 minutes, the Recorder will automatically enter the PLAY mode, to protect the tape and video heads.

2. To return to playback, press PLAY (1).

Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback

1. Press PAUSE/STEP (;) during playback.

A still picture appears on the TV screen.

• If a still picture vibrates vertically, stabilise it by using PROG/TRK (3/4) on the remote control.

• If the Recorder is left in the STILL mode for more than 5 minutes, the Recorder will automatically enter the STOP mode to protect the tape and video heads.

2. Press PAUSE/STEP (;) repeatedly to advance the

video picture one frame at a time while viewing a still picture.

3. To return to playback, press PLAY (1).

Slow Motion

1. While in still mode, press FORWARD (5).

The tape will be played back at a speed 1/19 times slower than the normal speed.

• During slow playback, use PROG/TRK (3/4) on the Remote Control to minimise noise bands.

• If slow motion mode continues for more than 3 minutes, the Recorder will automatically change to normal play mode.

2. To return to playback, press PLAY (1).

Counter Memory Function

This is useful if there is a section of tape you want to view immediately after recording or if you want to return to the same point several times.

1. Begin recording or playing a tape.

2. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to display the real-time

counter on the TV screen.

3. At the point you want to locate later, reset the real-

time counter to 0:00:00 by pressing CLEAR. Continue to play or record.

4. Press STOP when recording or playback finishes.

5.Press RETURN (@).

The tape automatically stops when the tape counter returns to about “0:00:00”.

PLAY BACK

Basic Recording

VCR

120min Rec.

DVD

00:09:05

30min Rec.

MONO

Input: PR 09

0:17:32

MONO

Input: PR 09

2H 01M Free

Basic Recording from a TV

Follow the instructions below to record a TV program. Recording starts immediately and continues until the disc or tape is full or you stop the recording.

Switch on the Recorder, select the device (VCR

or DVD) for Recording and load a recordable disc or tape.

Also make sure that the TV input is set to this recorder. If you load a completely blank DVD-RW disc, Disc Initialize menu will appear, to select a desired Recording Mode to initialize the disc (See page 27).

Set a recording mode as necessary by pressing

REC MODE repeatedly.

DVD: XP(High quality), SP (Standard quality),

LP (Low quality), EP (Extended quality)

VCR: SP (Standard Play), LP (Long Play)

Use PROG/TRK (3/4) on the remote control to

select the TV channel to record.

Use AUDIO to select the audio channel to

record.

The table below shows what will be recorded on the different settings for different types of broadcast. The last column (Monitor Audio) shows what you’ll hear as it is recording.

TV Selected Audio Broadcast Audio Monitor Broadcast VR mode or Video, +R or Audio

Audio Tape +RW mode

L Ch R Ch L Ch R Ch

STEREO STEREO/MAIN STEREO STEREO STEREO

STEREO/SUB STEREO STEREO STEREO

MONO/MAIN MONO MONO MONO

MAIN+SUB STEREO/MAIN MAIN SUB MAIN MAIN MAIN

STEREO/SUB MAIN SUB SUB SUB SUB

MONO/MAIN MAIN SUB MAIN MAIN MAIN

MONO STEREO/MAIN MONO MONO MONO

STEREO/SUB MONO MONO MONO MONO/MAIN MONO MONO MONO

Press REC (¥) once.

Recording will start. (The REC indicator lights in the display window.)

• Recording continues until you press STOP (∫) or the

disc (or tape) is full.

•To record for a fixed length of time, see Instant Timer Recording on right.

Press STOP (∫) to stop recording.

• If the recorder is turned on when a disc is inserted or a disc is already placed in the recorder, it will take about a minute for the recorder to read the disc.

•DVD playback can be viewed during VCR recording.

• If you wish to view DVD playback while recording on VCR, insert a DVD into this recorder: The recorder output will automatically switch to DVD, and playback will start.

•When programs are recorded, title names will automatically be entered (Title 1, Title 2, Title 3 ... in the order that recordings took place).

• If any program is deleted from a disc on which multiple programs were recorded, a program recorded later could have the same title.

• Title names can be changed anytime (see page 60).

Instant Timer Recording

Instant Timer Recording allows you to make a recording easily of a preset length without using the program timer.

Follow steps 1-5 as shown left (Basic Recording

from a TV).

Press REC (¥) repeatedly to select the

recording time length.

Recording starts after the first press. DVD: Each subsequent press increases the recording time by 10 minutes within free space. VCR: Each subsequent press increases the recording time by 30 minutes. Please confirm the VHS tape has enough remaining time to be recorded before recording.

Instant Timer Record Menu

Checking the Recording Time

Press REC (¥) or DISPLAY once to check the recording time. The recalled setting will automatically return to the TV screen for a moment. Also, remaining time of recording is shown in the display window.

To Extend the Recording Time

The recording time can be extended anytime by pressing REC (¥). Each subsequent press increases the recording time by 10 minutes (DVD) within free space or 30 minutes (VCR).

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• Neither the record mode nor channel can be changed during recording or recording pause.

• No VCR playback can be viewed during DVD recording.

Basic Recording (Continued)

To Pause the Recording

1. Press PAUSE/STEP (;) to pause the disc or tape

during recording.

2. When you want to continue recording, press

PAUSE/STEP (;) or REC (¥).

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• If you press PAUSE/STEP (;) during the Instant

Timer Recording, it will be cancelled.

• The Recorder will automatically power off

when the Instant Timer Recording ends.

• If the unit is in VCR recording when the DVD Instant

Timer Recording ends, the unit will not automatically power off.

To record one TV program while watching another

1. Press TV/DVD to select the TV mode during

recording. The TV indicator appears.

2. Using the TV remote controller, select the channel to

be viewed.

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When recording onto a video tape, you can change a recording channnel in the recording pause mode. (You cannot change a recording channel in the DVD recording pause mode.)

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• If you wish to watch the DVD playback during the VCR

recording, press DVD (or DVD/VCR) to change to DVD mode and perform the DVD playback. You cannot playback the VCR during the DVD recording.

•You cannot use the VCR recording during the DVD

recording nor the DVD recording during the VCR recording.

Copying from DVD to VCR

You can copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape using the DUBBING button.

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If the DVD (or Discs) you are attempting to copy is copy protected, you will not be able to copy the disc. It is not permitted to copy Macrovision encoded DVDs (or Discs).

Select DVD mode by pressing DVD on the

remote control or pressing DVD/VCR on the front panel.

Find the place on the DVD (or Disc) from which

you want to start recording using the PLAY and PAUSE functions.

For best results, pause playback at the point from which you want to record.

Press the DUBBING button on the remote

control or on the front panel.

The Dubbing menu appears.

Dubbing

Free Space

Rec. Mode

Dubbing

Use 3 / 4 / 2 / 1 to select the desired Record

Mode:

• SP (Standard Play)

• LP (Long Play, 2 times SP).

Select Dubbing then press ENTER or DUBBING

to start copying.

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• If the record mode is changed during dubbing, that same record mode will apply to the next ordinary recording.

• During dubbing, a channel cannot be selected on this recorder to be viewed on TV.

If you press PAUSE/STEP during Copy mode, both the DVD and VCR decks go into Pause mode and the “DUB” indicator blinks on the front panel display. While in Pause mode, you can adjust the DVD playback position using PLAY, BACKWARD, FORWARD, PAUSE/STEP, etc. The VCR deck will remain in Pause mode. To resume copying, press the DUBBING button twice.

Stop the Copy Process

To stop copying at any other time, press STOP (∫). You must stop the Copy process manually when the DVD movie ends, or the unit may replay and record over and over again.

- - % SP

Stop

RECORDING

Insert a VHS Tape

Insert a blank VHS video tape into the VCR deck.

Insert a Disc

Insert the disc you wish to copy in the DVD deck and close the disc tray.

Basic Recording (Continued)

Copying from VCR to DVD

You can copy the contents of a VHS tape to a recordable DVD disc using the DUBBING button. This allows you to archive your old VHS tapes to DVD.

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If the VHS video tape you are attempting to copy is copy protected, you will not be able to copy the tape. It is not permitted to copy Macrovision encoded tapes.

Insert a recordable DVD disc.

Insert a blank recordable DVD disc in the DVD deck and close the disc tray.

Insert a VHS Tape

Insert the VHS video tape you wish to copy into the VCR deck.

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When using a DVD±RW disc, you must initialize before copying; see page 27.

Select VCR mode by pressing VCR on the

remote control or pressing DVD/VCR on the front panel.

Find the place on the VHS tape from which you

want to start recording using the PLAY, BACKWARD, FORWARD and PAUSE functions.

For best results, pause playback at the point from which you want to record.

Press the DUBBING button on the remote

control or on the front panel.

The Dubbing menu appears.

Select Dubbing then press ENTER or DUBBING

to start copying.

If you press PAUSE/STEP during Copy mode, both the DVD and VCR decks go into Pause mode and the “DUB” indicator blinks on the front panel display. While in Pause mode, you can adjust the VCR playback position using PLAY, BACKWARD, FORWARD, PAUSE/STEP, etc. The DVD deck will remain in Pause mode. To resume copying, press the DUBBING button twice.

Stop the Copy Process

To stop copying at any other time, press STOP (∫). Copying will stop automatically when the VHS tape ends.

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• If the record mode is changed during dubbing, that same record mode will apply to the next ordinary recording.

•Even if multiple programs are dubbed, they will be recorded on DVD as one program, and no chapter will be attached to the program interval points.

Dubbing

Free Space Rec. Mode

Dubbing

Use 3 / 4 / 2 / 1 to select the desired Record

Mode:

• EP (Extended Quality)

• LP (Low Quality)

• SP (Standard Quality)

• XP (High Quality)

01H54M

Stop

Timer Recording

This Recorder can be programmed to record up to 8 programs within a period of 1 month.

Press TIMER REC.

The Timer Record menu will appear.

Timer Record

Media PR Date Start Time End Time Mode

9DVD 16/05 Sun 10:07

C07

OK Timer Record List Close

• Media – Choose a media (DVD or VCR).

• PR – Choose a memorised program number, or

one of the external inputs from which to record.

• Date – Choose a date up to 1 month in advance,

or select a daily or weekly program.

• Start Time – Set the recording start time.

• End Time – Set the recording end time.

• Mode – Choose a record mode.

DVD: SP, LP, EP, XP or AT (Auto)* VCR: SP, LP, AT (Auto)* * AT (AUTO): The record mode can be set when

PDC is off.

• PDC – The PDC system automatically adjusts the

recording time so that even if a program is not running to schedule, you won’t miss it. For PDC to work properly, you must input the correct announced time and date of the program you want to record. Note that PDC may not work with every station.

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• Stations that use PDC typically include PDC information in the teletext TV guide pages. Please refer to these pages when setting a timer recording.

• This recorder takes approximately 20 seconds to switch on and start recording. This means that when using PDC, there may be instances where the beginning of the program is not recorded.

Enter the necessary information for your timer

recording(s).

• 2 / 1 (left/right) – move the cursor left/right

• 3 / 4 (up/down) – change the setting at the current cursor position

• Press RETURN (@) to exit the Timer Record menu.

• Press TIMER REC to display Timer Record List.

Press ENTER to save the program.

The Timer Record List will appear.

Press RETURN (@) to exit the Timer Record

List.

Make sure that you load a recordable disc or

tape and press POWER to switch your unit to Standby.

TIMER REC

198 min Free

11:00 SP

PDC

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• The Timer indicator lights on the front panel display.

• If the Disc and Tape indicator are blinking, either no disc or tape is loaded, or the loaded disc is not recordable.

• The Recorder will record the audio according to the current TV tuner setting (Stereo, Mono or Bilingual). Use the AUDIO button to set the audio before switching the Recorder to Standby mode.

•You must press POWER to stop the Timer Recording.

• The Recorder will automatically power off when the Timer Recording ends. If the unit is DVD mode when the VCR timer recording ends, the unit will not automatically power off.

• If you wish to watch the DVD playback during the VCR timer recording, press DVD (or DVD/VCR) to change to DVD mode and perform the DVD playback. You cannot playback the VCR during the DVD timer recording:

• Although up to 24 hours can be programmed using the timer, recording will of course end when there is no remaining space on disc or tape.

• If the timer recording start time is reached during playback, timer recording will start after playback stops and power off (but recording will start if the clock time is before the timer recording end time).

• If the timer recording start time is reached during nontimer recording, non-timer recording will take priority. When non-timer recording stops and power off, the timer recording will start.

• No recording for less than 2 minutes can be programmed using the timer.

[DVD mode only]

• When recording of programs continues in sequence, the beginning of the subsequent program will not be recorded for approx. 30 seconds.

• If timer recording is performed using a disc with little free space, the recorder may not turn off after timer recording ends.

• If timer recording is performed on a disc with insufficient free space, the recorder may not turn off after timer recording finishes.

[VCR mode only]

• When the tape reaches its end during timer recording, recording will stop.

• When recording of programs continues in sequence, the beginning of the subsequent program will not be recorded for approx. 30 seconds.

The recommendable recordable DVD discs

We recommend using Hitachi Maxell discs as they have been confirmed to be compatible with this unit. Other discs may not perform correctly.

RECORDING

Timer Recording with VIDEO Plus+ System

TIMER REC

Media PR Date Star t Time End Time Mode

Timer Record

OK Timer Rec List Close

198 min Free

9DVD 16/05 Sun 10:07

11:00 SP

C07

PDC

VIDEO Plus+

OK Close

Number

0-9 Input

Delete

CLEAR

This system makes programming timer recordings very simple. Most TV guides publish VIDEO Plus+ programming numbers with their program details. If you want to make a timer recording of a program, you just input the corresponding VIDEO Plus+ programming number. The date, start, stop and channel settings are made automatically. All you have to do is tell the recorder the recording mode and quality, and whether it’s a once-only recording, or a regular recording. Up to 8 timer programs can be stored in the recorder.

Press VIDEO Plus+.

The VIDEO Plus+ menu will appear. Press VIDEO Plus+ again to exit the menu.

Use the number buttons then press ENTER to

enter the VIDEO Plus+ programming number.

• If you make a mistake before pressing ENTER, press CLEAR repeatedly to delete password numbers one by one then correct it.

To check the programming, the Timer Record menu will appear.

You can change the settings as required (Mode, PDC, etc.)

Follow steps 2-5 as shown on previous page

(Timer Recording).

Checking Timer Recording Details

Programming can be checked whenever the Recorder is turned on. Press TIMER REC twice.

• Use 3 / 4 to select a timer recording.

• Press ENTER to edit the selected program. Timer Record menu appears.

• Press CLEAR to delete the selected program from the Timer Record List.

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•A new program cannot be added to the timer using this screen. Use [Close] to close the screen once, and then program the timer.

• When the recording start times of two or more programs are the same, the program placed higher on the list will take priority.

• If two or more programs overlap, recording of the program that starts earlier will finish, after which recording of the following program will start.

• If recording of time consecutive programs continues, “Time Overlap” will appear in the Check column of Timer Recording List, but recording of programs will be executed.

•Turn the recorder off for timer recording.

Canceling a Timer Recording

You can clear a timer setting anytime before the recording actually starts.

• Use 3 / 4 to select a program you want to erase on the Timer Recorder List. If you want to erase the program, press CLEAR.

Stopping a Timer Recording in Progress

After a timer recording has started, you can still cancel the program.

• Press POWER.

Timer Recording Troubleshooting

Even though the timer is set, the recorder will not record when:

• There is no disc (or tape) loaded.

•A non-recordable disc (or tape) is loaded.

• Disc Protect is set to ON in the Setup menu (see page 29).

•Power is turned on.

• There are already 99 titles (DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVDRAM) or 49 titles (DVD+RW, DVD+R) recorded on the disc.

You cannot enter a timer program when:

•A recording is already underway.

• The time you’re trying to set has already passed.

• There are already 8 timer programs set.

If two or more timer programs overlap:

• The earlier program takes priority.

•When the earlier program finishes, the later program starts.

• If two programs are set to start at exactly the same time, the program entered first takes priority.

If the disc is damaged, the recording may not complete successfully. In this case even though the Check field shows “Rec. OK”, it may not be.

Timer Recording with VIDEO Plus+ System (Continued)

Playing while you are recording

You can start play from the beginning of the title while continuing to record it.

While recording (in DVD mode)

Press 1 (PLAY).

Start play of the title you are recording.

Press STOP (∫) to return to the current

recording screen.

1. Press TIME SLIP. The PIP(Picture-In-Picture) window appears on the screen as shown below. What is currently being recorded appears as a PIP and you will hear the playback audio.

RAM

RECORDING

Pressing TIME SLIP again will swap the pictures between the small and normal screens.

2. Press STOP (∫) to return to the current recording screen.

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• Play cannot be started until at least 30 seconds after

recording starts.

• This function does not work in VCR Recording mode.

Recording from an External Input

Recording from External Components

You can record from an external component, such as a camcorder or VCR, connected to any of the recorder’s external inputs.

Make sure that the component you want to

record from is connected properly to the Recorder. See page 18.

Press INPUT repeatedly to select the external

input to record from.

•Tuner: Built-in tuner

•AV1: EURO AV1 AUDIO/VIDEO mounted on back panel

•AV2: EURO AV2 DECODER mounted on back panel

•AV3: AV3 IN (VIDEO, AUDIO (L/R), S-VIDEO IN) mounted on front panel

•DV: DV IN mounted on front panel

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Check that the Audio In settings DV Record Audio are as you want them. See page 27.

Load a recordable disc or tape.

Select the recording mode as necessary by

pressing REC MODE repeatedly.

DVD: SP (Standard Quality), LP (Low Quality), XP(High Quality), EP (Extended Quality) VCR: SP (Standard Play), LP (Long Play)

Press REC (¥) once.

Recording will start. (The REC indicator lights in the display window.)

• Recording continues until you press STOP (∫) or the disc or tape is full.

•To record for a fixed length of time, see Instant Timer Recording on page 47.

Press STOP (∫) to stop recording.

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If your source is copy-protected using CopyGuard, you will not be able to record it using this recorder. See Copyright on page 9 for more details.

Recording from a Digital Camcorder

You can record from a digital camcorder connected to the DV IN jack on the front panel of this recorder. Using the recorder’s remote, you can control both the camcorder and this recorder. Before recording, make sure that the audio input for the DV IN jack is set up (see page 27).

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• The source signal must be DVC-SD format.

• Some camcorders cannot be controlled using this recorder’s remote.

• If you connect a second DVD Recorder using a DV cable, you cannot control the second DVD Recorder from this one.

•You can’t control this unit remotely from a component connected to the DV IN jack.

•You can’t record date and time information from a DV cassette.

Make sure your digital camcorder is connected

to the front panel DV IN jack. See page 18.

Check that the DV audio input is as you require.

You can choose between Audio 1 (original audio) and Audio 2 (overdubbed audio).

•DV Input is set from the DV Record Audio in submenu of the Setup menu. See DV Record Audio on page 27 for more information.

Press INPUT repeatedly to select the DV input.

DV appears in the display window.

Find the place on the camcorder tape that you

want to the recording to start from. For best results, pause playback at the point from which you want to record.

• Depending on your camcorder, you can use this recorder’s remote to control the camcorder using the STOP, PLAY and PAUSE functions.

Press REC (¥) once to start recording.

• Recording is automatically stopped if the recorder detects no signal.

•You can pause or stop the recording by pressing PAUSE/STEP (;) or STOP (∫). You cannot control the camcorder from this remote control during recording.

• In Video mode, the final frame of the recording may remain displayed on screen for a while after recording stops.

•For timer recording to work properly on this recorder, the digital camcorder must also be switched on and in operating.

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What is DV?

Using DV, also known as i.LINK, you can connect a DV-equipped camcorder to this recorder using a single DV cable for input and output of audio, video, data and control signals. The i.LINK interface is also known as IEEE 1394-1995. “i.LINK” and the “i.LINK” logo are trademarks.

• This recorder is only compatible with DV-format (DVCSD) camcorders. Digital satellite tuners and Digital VHS video recorders are not compatible.

•You cannot connect more than one DV camcorder at a time to this recorder.

•You cannot control this recorder from external equipment connected via the DV IN jack (including two DVD recorders).

• It may not always be possible to control the connected camcorder via the DV IN jack.

• Digital camcorders can usually record audio as stereo 16-bit/48kHz, or twin stereo tracks of 12-bit/32kHz. This recorder can only record one stereo audio track. Set DV Record Audio to Audio 1 or Audio 2 as required (see page 27).

•Audio input to the DV IN jack should be 32 or 48kHz (not 44.1kHz).

• Picture disturbance on the recording may occur if the source component pauses playback or plays an unrecorded section of tape, or if the power fails in the source component, or the DV cable becomes disconnected.

• Although DV Record Audio is set to Audio 2 and Audio 2 signal is not present, DV Record Audio will be reset to Audio 1 automatically.

DV-Related Messages

You may see the following messages appear on your TV screen when using the DV IN jack.

Not connected to Camcorder.

The camcorder is not connected properly, or the camcorder is switched off.

Too many devices connected.

The DV jack on this recorder supports connection to just one camcorder.

Check the tape.

There is no cassette loaded into the connected equipment.

Uncontrollable device.

This recorder cannot control the camcorder.

Updating the information.

Camcorder is updating the information for DV.

Camera mode.

Camcorder is set to camera mode.

Troubleshooting

If you can’t get a picture and/or audio through the DV IN jack, check the bullet points:

• Make sure the DV cable is properly connected.

•Try switching off the connected equipment then switch back on.

•Try switching the audio input.

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• Depending on the connected camcorder, you may not be able to control it using the remote control supplied with this recorder.

• Before you set the mode of your Camcorder to camera mode, turn down the volume of connected Sound device. There can be a howling sound.

Title List and Chapter List Menu

Using the Title List-Original menu

VRRAM

The Title List-Original is where you build and edit your Playlist, and where you can delete titles and make other changes to the Original content of the disc. You can also play individual titles directly from the Title List-Original menu. The recorder must be stopped in order to edit using the Title List-Original.

Press DISC MENU / LIST repeatedly to display

the Title List-Original menu.

• Use the 3 / 4 buttons to display the previous/

next page if there are more than 6 titles.

•To exit the Title List-Original menu, press

RETURN (@).

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To view Title List-Original options, select the title

you want then press ENTER.

Title List-Original options appears on the left side of the menu.

Use 3 / 4 to select an option then press

ENTER to confirm.

Play

Navigation

Delete

Protect

Edit

Playlist Add

Dubbing

Play: Starts playback the select-

ed title. Navigation:

Scene Navigation

• Lists the chapters of the selected title.

• Plays back from the scene selected on the Scene Navigation screen.

Time Navi

• Plays back any desired scenes you select in the time range from the program recording start time to the end time.

Delete: Deletes the title. (page 59) Protect: Protects accidental

recording, editing or deleting of the title. (page 61)

Title Name

Delete Part

Edit: Selects Edit options.

• Title Name: Edits the title name. (page 60)

• Delete Part: Deletes a part of the Title. (page 59)

Playlist Add: Adds the title to the Playlist. (page 58)

Dubbing: Copys the title to a VHS tape.

Press RETURN (@) repeatedly to exit Title List-

Original menu.

Press DISPLAY to display more detailed title information for selected title.

Using the Chapter List-Original menu

VRRAM

Press DISC MENU / LIST repeatedly to display

Title List-Original menu.

Use 3421to choose the title you want to

view Chapter List-Original menu then press ENTER.

Title List-Original options appears on the left side of the menu.

Use 3 / 4 to select ‘Navigation’ from Title List-

Original options then press ENTER.

Select Scene Navigation then press ENTER Chapter List-Original menu appears on the TV screen.

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To view Chapter List-Original options, select the

chapter you want then press ENTER.

Chapter List-Original options appears on the left side of the menu.

Use 3 / 4 to select an option then press

ENTER to confirm.

Play

Title

Delete

Combine

Playlist Add

Play: Starts playback of the

selected chapter. Title: Moves to Title List-

Original menu of the chapter. (refer to left on this page)

Delete: Deletes the chapter. (page 59)

Combine: Merges two chapters into one. (page 60)

Playlist Add: Adds the chapter to the Playlist. (page 58)

Press RETURN (@) repeatedly to exit Chapter

List-Original menu.

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