JVC E9770ED-1VMN User Manual

DVD VIDEO RECORDER &

LPT1076-014A

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

DR-MV2SEU

STANDBY/ON

OPEN/ CLOSE

SET UP

ON SCREEN

EJECT

VCR DVD

REPEAT

ABC.@/: DEF

JKLGHI MNO

ZOOM

TUVPQRS WXYZ

CLEAR AUDIO

TIMERPROG

SHOWVIEW

MENU/LISTTOP MENU

ENTER

RETURN

PLAYSLOW SLOW

PAUSEDVD REC STOP

VCR

DUBBING

VCR REC

SLOW

REC

VCR

SPEED

MONITOR

RM-SDR057E

SYSTEM

STANDBY/ON

VCR

DUBBING

VCR/DVD

VCR DVD

DVD

S-VIDEO VIDEO

(MONO)

L-

AUDIO-R

INSTRUCTIONS

SHOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation.

HOWVIEW system is

The S manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.

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Before You Start

Accessories Supplied

• Remote control with two R6 (AA) batteries • RF cable • Scart cable

• Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT

Please read the various precautions on pages 2 to 4 before installing or operating the unit.

Precautions

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with

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 PERSONNEL.

The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear and the bottom of the unit.

Laser Safety

This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service personnel should remove the cover or attempt to service this unit, due to the possibility of eye injury.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR

CAUTION: VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER

LOCATION: INSIDE, NEAR THE DECK

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT KLASSE 1 LASER APPARAT CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASER

ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK DEFEATED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

MECHANISM.

• This unit is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.

• The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT marking is embossed on the rear cover.

DVD/VCR

AV2(DECODER)

AV1(TV)

DVD

ANTENNA

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

OUT

Power Supply

The power supply is connected and the unit is live when the mains cable is plugged into a 220–240 V , 50 Hz AC outlet. To operate the unit, press

[STANDBY/ON

The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

WARNING: LIVE PARTS INSIDE.

Caution

1. Do not attempt to open the cabinet. There are no parts inside you can service. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Slots and openings in the cabinet at the sides and underneath are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation and to protect the unit from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Avoid installation in enclosed spaces such as bookcases unless suitable ventilation is provided.

3. Keep the unit away from radiators and other heat sources.

4. Avoid use near strong magnetic fields.

5. Do not push objects of any kind into the unit through the cabinet slots or openings as they could touch electrically live parts or short circuit parts resulting in a fire or electric shock.

6. Do not spill liquid on the unit. If liquid is spilled and enters the unit, consult qualified service personnel.

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

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

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DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS.

7. Do not stand the unit vertically. Use the unit in a horizontal (flat) position only.

8. Before attempting to operate the unit, make sure that the timer recording mode is off.

9. This product is in Stand-by mode when turned off while the mains cable is connected.

10. Do not place any combustible objects on the device. (Candles, etc.)

11. Before moving the unit, be sure to remove any discs and unplug the mains cable from the AC outlet.

Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment

[European Union]

This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment, recovery and recycling in accordance with your national legislation.

Attention:

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources and will help prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more information about collection point and recycling of this product, please contact your local municipal office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

(Business users)

If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com information about the take-back of the product.

to obtain

[Other Countries outside the European Union]

If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment.

Make your contribution to the environment!!!

• Exhausted batteries do not belong in

the dustbin.

• You can dispose of them at a collection

point for exhausted batteries or special waste.

• Contact your council for details.

Installation Location

For safety and optimum performance of this unit:

• Install the unit in a horizontal and stable position.

• Do not place anything directly on top of the unit.

• Do not place heavy objects on the unit or remote control.

• Do not place the unit directly on top of the TV.

• Shield the unit from direct sunlight and keep away from sources of intense heat. Avoid dusty or humid locations. Avoid locations with insufficient ventilation for suitable heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes on the sides of the unit. Avoid locations subject to strong vibration or strong magnetic fields.

Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire

• Do not handle the mains cable with wet hands.

• Do not pull on the mains cable to disconnect it from AC outlet. Grasp it by the plug.

• If, by accident, water is spilled on the unit, unplug the mains cable immediately and take the unit to an authorized service centre for servicing.

Moisture Condensation Warning

Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, or under conditions of high humidity. Do not use the unit for at least 2 hours to allow the inside to dry.

Before You Start

For Customer Use: Carefully read the Model No. and Serial No. located at the back of the unit and enter the information below. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. _____________________ Serial No. _____________________

About Copyright

Before You Start

Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of discs are prohibited. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Dolby Digital Recording

Digital Recording enables consumers to

“Dolby record high-quality video with stereo sound on recordable DVD discs. The technology, when utilized instead of PCM recording, also saves recordable disc space, allowing for higher video resolution or extended recording time on each DVD. DVDs created using Dolby Digital Recording will play back on all DVD-Video players.” Note: This is true when the players are compatible

with actual recordable DVD discs.

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

Maintenance

CLEANING THE UNIT

Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use solutions containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasive.

CLEANING DISCS

If a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre out. Do not wipe in a circular motion. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, detergent, abrasive cleaning agents or antistatic spray intended for analogue records.

DISC HANDLING

Handle the discs so that fingerprints and dust do not adhere to the disc surfaces. Always store the disc in its protective case when it is not in use.

SERVICING

If the unit becomes inoperative, do not try to correct the problem by yourself. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Turn the unit off, unplug the mains cable, and consult your dealer or an authorized service centre.

CLEANING THE DISC LENS

If the unit does not perform correctly even though you have referred to “Troubleshooting” and the relevant sections in the Instruction Manual, the laser optical pickup unit may be dirty. Consult your dealer or an authorized service centre for inspection and cleaning of the laser optical pickup unit.

AUTO HEAD CLEANING

• Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a cassette, so you can see a clear picture.

• Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while the TV programme reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the video heads after a long period of use, or the usage of rental or worn tapes can cause this problem. If a streaky or snowy picture appears during playback, the video heads in the unit may need to be cleaned.

1. Please visit your local Audio / Video store and

purchase a good quality VHS Video Head Cleaner.

2. If a Video Head Cleaner does not solve the

problem, please consult your dealer or an authorized service centre.

Note:

• Remember to read the instructions along with the video head cleaner before use.

• Clean video heads only when problems occur.

Table of Contents

Before You Start Getting Started Recording

Before You Start..................................... 2

Precautions ........................................................... 2

Features ................................................................ 6

Guide to the Instruction Manual ........................... 7

Functional Overview.............................................. 8

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control .......... 12

VCR / DVD Recorder Switching ......................... 12

Guide to On-Screen Displays.............................. 13

Front Panel Display Guide .................................. 16

Getting Started ..................................... 17

Connections ....................................................... 17

Selecting the On-Screen Display

(OSD) Language ............................................... 19

Channel Setting .................................................. 19

Setting the Clock ................................................ 21

Selecting the TV Aspect Ratio ........................... 22

Recording ............................................. 23

Information on DVD Recording .......................... 23

Formatting a Disc ............................................... 25

Selecting the Sound Mode ................................. 26

Basic Recording ................................................. 27

One-Touch Timer Recording (OTR) ................... 28

Timer Recording ................................................ 29

VPS (Video Programme System) /

PDC (Programme Delivery Control) ................... 31

Settings for External Equipment ......................... 33

Dubbing Mode .................................................... 34

Setting a Disc to Protect .................................... 35

Finalising Discs ................................................. 36

Editing ................................................... 49

Disc Editing ......................................................... 49

Editing Discs in Video Mode ............................... 49

Editing Discs in VR Mode ................................... 52

Editing Original Titles in VR Mode ...................... 52

Editing the Playlist in VR Mode .......................... 54

Changing the Setting Menu .................58

Tour of the Setting Menu ..................................... 58

Language Setting ............................................... 59

Display Setting .................................................... 60

Audio Setting ...................................................... 60

DVD-Videos Parental Lock Level .......................62

Changing Video Out System .............................. 63

VCR Functions......................................64

Playback ............................................................. 64

Recording and

One-Touch Timer Recording (OTR) ................... 64

Search ................................................................ 65

Other Operations ................................................ 66

Changing the Video Colour System ................... 66

Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System ................................ 66

Others ....................................................67

Troubleshooting .................................................. 67

Language Code .................................................. 71

Glossary .............................................................. 72

Specifications ..................................................... 73

Declaration of Conformity ................................... 73

Playing Back

Discs

Editing

Changing the

Setting Menu

Playing Back Discs .............................. 37

Information on Playing Back DVDs .................... 37

Basic Playback ................................................... 38

PBC Function for Video CDs............................... 40

Special Playback ................................................ 41

Search................................................................. 44

Repeat / Random / Programme Playback /

Slide Show ......................................................... 45

Selecting the Format of Audio and Video ........... 47

VCR Functions Others

Before You Start

Features

This unit not only plays back DVDs, CDs and VHS tapes but also offers features for you to record to DVD discs and edit them after that. The following features are offered with this unit.

Quick search:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the search function. Search for a desired point on a disc by title, chapter or time.

Playback from Original or a Playlist (VR mode):

You can play back titles using either the Original list or a Playlist.

Recording

The unit is compatible with DVD-RW discs, which are recordable repeatedly, and DVD-R discs, which are recordable only once. Also, this unit allows you to record to the video cassette tape. You can choose either one for your convenience.

DVD mode VCR mode

Recording up to 8 programmes:

You can programme the unit to record up to 8 programmes, up to a month in advance. Daily or weekly programme recordings are also possible.

One-touch timer recording:

You can set your required recording time easily. Every time [DVD/VCR REC I] is pressed during recording, the recording time will be increased by 30 minutes up to 8 hours. The recording automatically stops when the recording time you set is finished.

Dubbing mode:

You can copy a DVD disc to a videotape or copy a videotape to a DVD disc. This function will be available only if the DVD disc and the videotape are not copy protected.

Left channel stereo recording:

The unit can record monaural sound from the Left channel as pseudo stereo sound (same Left and Right channels) automatically. (This function is not available for input source of AV3 jacks on the front panel.)

DVD mode

REC MONITOR:

You can confirm the picture and sound recording quality for the recording speed you have currently set.

Automatic Chapter marker setting:

Chapter markers will be added to recordings as you set them in the Setting menu before starting to record.

Automatic Title menu making (Video mode):

The unit creates title menus automatically when finalising discs.

Automatic Playlist making (VR mode):

The unit creates a Playlist automatically after recording.

Automatic finalising (Video mode):

You can finalise discs automatically at the end of the disc space if you set this in the Setting menu.

Playback

DVD mode

Theatre surround sound:

When the unit is connected to an amplifier or a decoder compatible with Dolby Digital or DTS, you can enjoy theatre-quality surround sound from discs recorded with the surround sound system.

VCR mode

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the Index or Time search functions. An index mark will be assigned at the beginning of each recording you make. For Time search function, you can go to a specific point on a tape by entering the exact amount of time you wish to skip.

Editing

DVD mode

Set / clear chapter markers (VR mode):

You can easily add chapter markers anywhere in your recordings for easy editing. (Playlist only)

Making your own Playlist (VR mode):

While the Original list remains unchanged, you can edit titles as you prefer and create your own Playlist. Edit title names Set thumbnail pictures Set / clear chapter markers Divide / combine titles Delete parts of titles

Protecting titles (VR mode):

To avoid accidental editing or erasing of titles, the protect function is useful when set to “ON” in the Original list.

Compatibility

DVD mode VCR mode

VPS / PDC:

This system assures that the TV programme you wish to record using timer recording will be recorded exactly from beginning to end even if the actual broadcasting time differs.

HOWVIEW

You can set timer recording using the S system by just entering the S number from a TV guide magazine.

DVD mode

Playing back discs recorded in Video mode on any regular DVD player:

Discs recorded in Video mode can be played back on regular DVD players, including computer DVD drives compatible with DVD-Video playback. You will need to finalise the discs recorded in Video mode to play back in other DVD players.

* DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording on DVD-RW / R discs that was approved by the DVD Forum in 2000. Adoption of this format is optional for manufactures of DVD playback devices and there are DVD-Video players, DVD-ROM drives and other DVD playback devices available that cannot play back DVD-RW / R discs recorded in the DVD-Video Format.

system:

HOWVIEW programming

HOWVIEW

Guide to the Instruction Manual

VD+RWW

VD+R

VCD

MP3

JPEG

VCR

Symbols Used in the Instruction Manual

To show what recording mode or disc type applies to each function, the following symbols appear at the beginning of each operating item.

Symbol Description

DVD-VDVD-V

Video

DVD-RWDVD-RW

Available for DVD-Videos

Available for DVD-RW discs in Video mode

Available for DVD-RW discs in VR mode

Before You Start

DVD-RDVD-R

DDVD+R

DVD+RW

DDVD+R

DVD+R

CDCDCD

VCD

MP3

JPEG

VCR

Available for DVD-R discs in Video mode

Available for DVD+RW discs*

Available for DVD+R discs*

Available for Audio CDs

Available for Video CDs

Available for CD-RW / R discs with MP3 files

Available for CD-RW / R discs with JPEG files

Available to VHS tapes Use only cassettes marked VHS. ( )

PAL

* There may be a disc which cannot be used or

played back.

Button Names Described in the Instruction Manual

The instructions in this manual are described mainly with the operations using the remote control. Some operations can be carried out using the buttons on the front panel.

Before You Start

Functional Overview

Front Panel

2543*

STANDBY/ON

VCR

19*

21*

22* 14

DUBBING

VCR/DVD

VCR DVD

DVD

1317 12 10*

15 6

11* 9 8 718 16

*You can also turn on the unit by pressing these buttons.

1 STANDBY/ON /I button

• Press to turn on or off the unit. * “ ” shows electrical power standby and “

shows ON.

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2 Cassette compartment (VCR)

• Insert a tape here.

3 Disc tray OPEN/CLOSE O button* (DVD)

• Press to open or close the disc tray.

4 VCR/DVD button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to select the component you wish to operate.

5 Disc tray (DVD)

• Place a disc here when open.

6 AUDIO input jacks (AV3) (DVD/VCR)

• Use to connect external equipment with standard Audio cables.

7 VIDEO input jack (AV3) (DVD/VCR)

• Use to connect external equipment with a standard Video cable.

8 S-VIDEO input jack (AV3) (DVD/VCR)

• Use to connect the S-Video output of external equipment with an S-Video cable.

9 DVD REC I button (DVD)

• Press once to start a recording.

• Press repeatedly to start a one-touch timer recording.

10 DVD PLAY P button* (DVD)

• Press to start or resume a playback.

11 DVD STOP S button* (DVD)

• Press to stop a playback or recording.

• Press to stop a timer recording of DVD.

12 DVD light (DVD)

• Lights up when the DVD output mode is selected.

13 VCR light (VCR)

• Lights up when the VCR output mode is selected.

Button names described in the Instruction Manual

The instructions in this manual are described mainly with the operations using the remote control. Some operations can be carried out using the buttons on the front panel.

14 DUBBING button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to start VCR to DVD (DVD to VCR) duplication which you set in the setting menu.

15 PR(OGRAMME) +/- buttons (DVD/VCR)

• Press up or down to change the channel.

16 Display (DVD/VCR)

• Refer to “Front Panel Display Guide” on page 16.

17 Remote control sensor

• Receives signals from your remote control so you can control the unit from a distance.

18 VCR REC I button (VCR)

• Press once to start a recording.

• Press repeatedly to start a one-touch timer recording.

19 VCR PLAY P button* (VCR)

• Press to start a playback of a video tape.

20 VCR STOP/EJECT S/O button (VCR)

• Press to remove the tape from the unit.

• Press to stop the tape motion.

• Press to stop the proceeding timer recording in VCR.

21 VCR F.FWD f button* (VCR)

• Press to rapidly advance the video tape.

• Press to view the picture rapidly in forward during playback. (Forward Search)

• Press to turn the unit on when the video tape is inserted and start rapidly advancing the tape.

22 VCR REW r button* (VCR)

• Press to rewind the video tape.

• Press to view the picture rapidly in reverse during the playback mode. (Rewind Search)

• Press to turn the unit on when the video tape is inserted and start rewinding the tape.

S-VIDEO VIDEO

(MONO)

L-

AUDIO-R

Rear Panel

Before You Start

1 Mains cable

• Connect to a standard AC outlet.

2 AV2 (DECODER) (DVD/VCR)

• Connect to VCR, camcorder, or other AudioVideo equipment. Use a commercially available Scart cable.

3 AV1 (TV) (DVD/VCR)

• Connect to the Scart jack on your TV. Use the supplied Scart cable.

4 COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack

(DVD)

• Connect to an amplifier with digital input jacks such as a Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder. Use a commercially available Coaxial cable.

DVD/VCR

AV2(DECODER)

AV1(TV)

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

AUDIO

DVD

S-VIDEO

OUT

ANTENNA

OUT

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6 S-VIDEO OUT jack (DVD)

• Connect to the S-Video input jack on your TV. Use a commercially available S-Video cable.

7 ANTENNA IN (DVD/VCR)

• Connect to an antenna or a cable.

8 ANTENNA OUT (DVD/VCR)

• Connect to the Aerial jack on your TV, cable box or direct broadcast system. Use the supplied RF cable.

OUT

5 AUDIO OUT jacks (DVD)

• Connect to the audio input jacks on your TV. Use commercially available Audio cables.

Note

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

• This unit does not have an RF modulator.

Remote Control

Before You Start

OPEN/ CLOSE

1* 2

ON SCREEN

EJECT

VCR DVD

CLEAR

TIMER

PROG

SHOWVIEW

7 8 9

11 12

14 15

VCR REC

REC

SPEED

DUBBING

MONITOR

*You can also turn on the unit by pressing these

buttons when the remote control is in DVD mode.

1 OPEN/CLOSE/EJECT O button* (DVD/

VCR)

• Press to open or close the disc tray.

• Press to remove the tape from the unit.

2 ON SCREEN button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to display the On-Screen display.

3 VCR button

• Press to activate the remote control in VCR mode. (See page 12.)

• Press to select the VCR output mode.

4 Number buttons (DVD/VCR)

• Press to select channel numbers.

• Press to select a title / chapter / track on the display.

• Press to enter values for settings in the setting menu.

• Press to enter the number in the Index or Time search in VCR mode.

• Press to enter the characters in edit function.

SET UP

ABC.@/: DEF

JKLGHI MNO

TUVPQRS WX YZ

AUDIO

ENTER

PLAYSLOW SLOW

VCR

REC

SYSTEM

RM-SDR057E

STANDBY/ON

REPEAT

ZOOM

MENU/LISTTOP MENU

RETURN

PAU S EDVD R EC STOP

VCR SLOW

16 17 18

22 23

26 27*

28 29 30*

31 32

5 CLEAR button (DVD/VCR)

DVD mode

• Press to clear the password once entered.

• Press to cancel the programming for a disc.

• Press to clear the selecting marker number in the marker setup mode.

• Press to clear the programme once entered in the timer recording setting mode.

VCR mode

• Press to reset the tape counter.

6 PROG/SHOWVIEW button (DVD/VCR)

• In stop mode, press to set timer recording using

HOWVIEW system.

the S

• Press to display the timer programme setting menu while the S

HOWVIEW programming input

display appears.

7 TOP MENU button (DVD)

• Press to display the top menu.

8 ENTER button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to confirm or select menu items.

9Cursor U / D / L / P buttons (DVD/VCR)

• Press to select items or settings.

10 (CM SKIP) button (DVD)

• During playback, press to skip 30 seconds. (See page 42.)

11 DVD REC I button

• Press once to start a recording.

• Press repeatedly to start a one-touch timer recording.

• Press to activate the remote control in DVD mode. (See page 12.)

12 DUBBING button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to start VCR to DVD (DVD to VCR) duplication which you set in the setting menu.

13 VCR REC I button

• Press once to start a recording.

• Press repeatedly to start a one-touch timer recording.

• Press to activate the remote control in VCR mode. (See page 12.)

14 REC SPEED button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to switch the recording speed.

15 REC MONITOR button (DVD)

• Press to check the video and audio quality before attempting to record and during recording.

16 STANDBY/ON /I button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to turn on or off the unit.

* “ ” shows electrical power standby and “

shows ON.

I”

17 SET UP button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to display the setting menu in stop mode.

18 DVD button

• Press to activate the remote control in DVD mode. (See page 12.)

• Press to select the DVD output mode.

19 REPEAT button (DVD)

• Press to select the repeat mode.

20 ZOOM button (DVD)

• During playback, press to enlarge the picture on the screen.

21 PR(OGRAMME) +/- buttons (DVD/VCR)

DVD mode

• Press to change the channel up or down.

VCR mode

• Press to change the channel up or down.

• Press to adjust the tracking during playback or in slow motion of the tape.

• While playback is in still mode, you can adjust the vertically blurred picture.

22 AUDIO button (DVD/VCR)

DVD mode

• When receiving a bilingual broadcast, press to change the audio out setting to “Main,” “Sub” and “Main / Sub.”

• Press to change the bilingual audio source of an external equipment to “Main,” “Sub” and “Main / Sub.” (Available only when the “External input Audio” in the DVD setup menu is set to “Bilingual” in advance.)

• Press to display the audio menu during playback.

• Press to select the sound mode.

VCR mode

• During playback of a Hi-Fi video tape, press to change the audio out setting to “STEREO,” “LEFT,” “RIGHT” and “MONO.”

• When receiving a bilingual broadcast, press to change the audio out setting to “Main,” “Sub” and “Main / Sub.”

23 TIMER button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to set the unit in the timer-standby mode. In the timer-standby mode, press to cancel the mode and to turn the unit on.

24 MENU/LIST button (DVD)

• Press to display the Disc menu during playback.

• Press to change the Original and Playlist on the TV screen. (VR mode only)

25 RETURN button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to return to the previously displayed menu screen.

26 B (SKIP) button (DVD)

• During playback, press to skip to the previous chapter or track.

• When playback is paused, press to play reverse step by step.

F (SKIP) button (DVD)

• During playback, press to skip to the next chapter or track.

• When playback is paused, press to advance step by step.

27 PLAY P button* (DVD/VCR)

• Press to start or resume a playback.

28 SLOW /REV r button (DVD/VCR)

DVD mode

• During playback, press to reverse fast.

• When playback is paused, press to reverse slowly.

VCR mode

• Press to rewind the video tape.

• Press to view the picture rapidly in reverse during the playback mode.

SLOW /FWD f button (DVD/VCR)

DVD mode

• During playback, press to forward fast.

• When playback is paused, press to forward slowly.

VCR mode

• Press to rapidly advance the video tape.

• Press to view the picture rapidly in forward during playback.

29 PAUSE p button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to pause a playback or recording.

30 STOP S button* (DVD/VCR)

• Press to stop a playback or recording.

31 VCR SLOW button (VCR)

• During playback, press to view the videotape in slow motion.

32 VCR SEARCH button (VCR)

• Press to call up the Index or Time search menu.

33 VCR SYSTEM button (VCR)

• Press to change the video colour system.

Button names described in the Instruction Manual

The instructions in this manual are described mainly with the operations using the remote control. Some operations can be carried out using the buttons on the front panel.

Before You Start

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Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

Install two R6 (AA) batteries (supplied) into the remote control, carefully match with the polarity indicated inside the battery compartment.

VCR / DVD Recorder Switching

Because this product is a combination of a VCR and a DVD recorder, you must select first which component you wish to operate with [VCR/DVD] on the front panel.

Caution

• Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting.

• Do not mix new and old batteries together.

• Do not use different kinds of batteries together.

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

• Remove batteries if the equipment will not be used for a month or more.

• When disposing used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or the public instructions for environmental protection that apply in your country or area.

• Do not recharge, short-circuit, heat, burn or disassemble batteries.

About the Remote Control

• Make sure there is no obstacle between the remote control and the remote control sensor on the unit.

• Use within the operating range and angle as shown.

S T A

N D B

Y / O

V C

Within about 5 m

60˚

U B

B IN G

V C R /

D V

V D

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

( M O

N O

)

D IO

STANDBY/ON

VCR

DUBBING

VCR/DVD

DVD

S-VIDEO VIDEO

(MONO)

L-

VCR DVD

AUDIO-R

VCR/DVD

VCR DVD

DVD light

VCR light

VCR mode

Press [VCR] on the remote control. (Verify that the VCR light is lit.)

DVD mode

Press [DVD] on the remote control. (Verify that the DVD light is lit.)

Note

• Pressing only [VCR/DVD] on the front panel DOES NOT switch the mode of the remote control. You MUST select the correct mode on the remote control.

•Press [VCR/DVD] to select the DVD mode or the VCR mode.

• You cannot switch to the mode (DVD or VCR) that is in the timer-standby mode.

• If the media is available, you can start recording by pressing [DVD REC I] or [VCR REC I] on the remote control even if another equipment (DVD or VCR) is selected. In this case, the mode of the remote control will be automatically switched to the appropriate component.

Remote control

Code (DVD): JVC C Code (VHS): JVC A

• Remote control operation may become unreliable if the remote control sensor of the unit is being exposed by the strong sunlight or fluorescent light.

• Remote controls for different devices can interfere with each other. Be careful when using remote controls for other equipment located close to the unit.

• Replace the batteries when the operating range of the remote control reduces.

Guide to On-Screen Displays

Display Menu

DVD mode

Press [DVD] first.

With a disc inserted into the unit, press [ON SCREEN] to display the On-Screen display. The menu shows information about what is recorded on the disc.

--:--:--

1 1 DVD-RW

3 4

Video mode

P22

Main

VCR mode

Press [VCR] first.

Press [ON SCREEN] to display the On-Screen display.

12:00

AV2

STEREO

7 66

This is an example screen for explanation. Displayed items are depending on the actual mode.

0:00:00

STEREOSP

1 Current time

Before You Start

This is an example screen for explanation. Displayed items vary depending on the actual mode.

SP 1:35

1 Disc type and format mode

In some descriptions in this manual, only one type of disc is indicated as an example.

2 Position number and audio status of the

programme

3 Title number, chapter number and the

time lapse of disc playback

4 Each icon means:

: Search : Audio : Subtitle : Angle (except VR mode) : Repeat : Marker : Noise Reduction : Zoom

2 Position number

3 Audio status of the receiving broadcast

or external equipment

4 Audio status of the currently playing

back video tape

5 Tape counter

6 Recording or playing back speed

7 Status of the current tape

While in the VCR mode, the On-Screen display of the VCR mode is displayed.

5 Recording mode and remaining time

6 Status of the current disc

Setting Menus

Before You Start

Press [SET UP] in stop mode to display “Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Setting Menu.” Choose either “Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Setting Menu” using [Cursor U change between the menus. “Easy Setting Menu” and “Advanced Setting Menu” are available from the Setting Menu. The “Easy Setting Menu” consists of the settings frequently needed, while the “Advanced Setting Menu” consists of all the settings available. You can set the items marked with in the “Easy Setting Menu.” The unit remembers which setting menu you used last time and recalls it when you press [SET UP] in stop mode next time, even if power is switched off. (i.e., if you use the “Easy Setting Menu” and then turn the unit off, the “Easy Setting Menu” will appear next time you turn on the unit and press [SET UP] in stop mode.)

Easy Setting Menu:

You can make the settings of the basic items as follows.

1 OSD Language:

Select the OSD language.

2Clock:

Set the unit clock.

/ D], then press [ENTER] to

Easy Setting Menu

OSD Language English

Clock

Channel

DVD-RW Recording Format Video mode

Timer Programming

Auto Finalise

Disc

Advanced Setting Menu

Advanced Setting Menu:

You can make all the settings available as follows.

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

Recording

Display

Select Video

Clock

Channel

Disc

Easy Setting Menu

1 Playback:

Set up the unit to play back a disc.

2 Recording:

Set up the unit to record to a disc or a tape.

3 Display:

Set up the OSD format and the front panel display of the unit.

4Select Video:

Choose an external input to record from other video

DVDVCR

equipment to a disc or a tape.

5 Clock:

Set the unit clock.

6 Channel:

Set up and adjust channels.

7 Disc / CD Playback Mode:

“Disc” is available only when a DVD-RW / R disc is inserted into the unit. If a DVD-Video (commercially available), a new DVD-R disc or the finalised DVD-R disc is inserted into the unit, you cannot select “Disc.” “CD Playback Mode” is available only when an Audio CD, Video CD or a CD-RW / R disc containing MP3 / JPEG files is inserted into the unit.

3Channel:

Set up auto tuning or manual tuning.

4 DVD-RW Recording Format:

Select the DVD-RW recording format between Video mode and VR mode.

5 Timer Programming:

Programme a timer recording.

6 Auto Finalise:

Set Auto Finalise to “ON” or “OFF.”

7 Disc / CD Playback Mode:

“Disc” is available only when a DVD-RW / R disc is inserted into the unit. If a DVD-Video (commercially available), a new DVD-R disc or a finalised DVD-R disc is inserted into the unit, you cannot select “Disc.” “CD Playback Mode” is available only when an Audio CD, Video CD or a CD-RW / R disc containing MP3 / JPEG files is inserted into the unit.

DVD-R & DVD-RW (Video mode)

Disc

Title List

Format

Finalise

DVD-RW (VR mode)

Disc

Playlist

Original

Format

Finalise

Disc Protect OFF ON

CD, MP3, JPEG & Video CD

CD Playback Mode

Random Play

Program Play

PBC(Video CD only)

Slide Show

5 sec.

This is an example screen for explanation. Some items will be displayed in grey depending on the inserted disc.

1 Title List / Playlist / Original:

Display the titles recorded on the disc.

2 Format (DVD-RW only):

Erase all of the recorded content on the disc.

• It is not possible to recover erased content. Make sure before you format a disc.

• It is not possible to use a disc formatted in Video mode with this unit on other DVD recorders. If you use the disc on other DVD recorders, reformat the disc using that DVD recorder.

3Finalise:

Finalise a disc containing recorded titles.

4 Disc Protect (VR mode only):

Protect a disc from accidental over-recording, editing or erasing.

Before You Start

5Random Play:

Activate the random playback feature.

6 Program Play (except MP3 / JPEG files):

Activate the programmed playback feature.

7 PBC (Video CD only):

Turn the PBC function “ON” or “OFF.”

8 Slide Show (JPEG files only):

Select the display time.

Before You Start

Front Panel Display Guide

1 Current status of the unit

p : Appears when a disc or a tape playback

is paused. Appears also during step by step playback.

P : Appears when playing back a disc or a

tape.

p P : Appears during slow forward or slow

reverse playback.

: Appears when the timer programming or

one-touch timer recording (OTR) is set and is operating. Flashes when all the timer programmes are finished. Flashes when there is an error in programming.

REC: Appears when recording.

Flashes when recording being paused.

REPEAT:

Appears during repeat playback (only for disc playback.)

: Appears when a tape is in the unit.

2 Disc type and Current status of the unit

CD: Appears when an Audio CD or a disc

containing MP3 / JPEG files is inserted into the unit.

VCD: Appears when a Video CD is inserted into

the unit.

DVD: Appears when a DVD is inserted into the

unit, or during the timer recording. Appears when DVD is in the timer-standly mode. Flashes when there is an error in programming.

DVD R:

Appears when a DVD-R disc is inserted into the unit.

DVD RW:

Appears when a DVD-RW disc is inserted into the unit.

VCR: Appears when the timer recording is

proceeding in VCR. Appears when VCR is in the timerstandby mode. Flashes when there is an error in programming.

VCR→DVD:

Appears during VCR to DVD duplication process.

VCR←DVD:

Appears during DVD to VCR duplication process.

3 Recording speed

• Selected recording speed appears during recording or in stop mode.

• Recording speed appears during VCR playback.

4 Title / Track and Chapter mark

: Title / track number : Chapter number

5 Displays the following

• Playing back time / remaining time

• Current title / chapter / track number

• Recording time

•Clock

• Channel number

• VCR tape counter

• One-touch timer recording (OTR) remaining time

Display Messages

The disc tray is open.

The PBC function of the Video CD is activated.

The disc tray is closing.

A disc is inserted into the unit.

Data is being recorded on a disc.

Getting Started

To Aerial jack

Scart cable (supplied)

Connections

Connecting to a TV

Connect the unit to a TV after considering the capabilities of your existing equipment.

Before installation, plug off your TV and this unit. Using the Scart jack

1 Connect the antenna or cable to the

ANTENNA IN jack of this unit.

2 Connect the ANTENNA OUT jack of

this unit to the Aerial jack of your TV. Use the supplied RF cable.

3 Connect AV1 (TV) Scart jack of this

unit to the Scart jack of your TV. Use the supplied Scart cable or a commercially available Scart / RCA cable.

Note

• If your TV does not have a Scart jack, use commercially available Scart adaptor or Scart / RCA cable to connect.

Use only AV1 (TV) or AV2

(DECODER) jack for the VCR output signals of this unit.

Using the S-VIDEO OUT jack and the AUDIO OUT jacks (only for DVD)

If your TV has an S-Video input jack, use S-Video and Audio cables to connect.

1 Follow steps 1 and 2 above. 2 Connect S-VIDEO OUT jack of this

unit to the S-Video input jack of your TV. Use a commercially available S-Video cable.

Antenna

Audio/Video cable (not supplied)

Scart/RCA cable (not supplied)

DVD/VCR

AV2(DECODER)

AV1(TV)

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

DVD

AUDIO

OUT

Scart adaptor (not supplied)

S-VIDEO

OUT

ANTENNA

OUT

RF cable (supplied)

RF cable (not supplied)

3 Connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of this

unit to the analogue Audio input jacks of your TV. Use a commercially available Audio cable.

AUDIO IN S-VIDEO IN

Audio cable (not supplied)

DVD/VCR

AV2(DECODER)

Note for a TV with no S-Video input jacks or Scart jack:

• This unit has no RF modulator, so this type of TV cannot be used.

Connecting to External Equipment

This unit has three input terminals, AV1 or AV2 on the rear panel and AV3 on the front panel. Be sure that all the units are off before making connections.

Recording from a DVD player, VCR or other Audio-Video equipment with a Scart output jack (AV2)

AV output jack (Scart)

Scart cable (supplied)

DVD

DIGITAL

AUDIO

AUDIO OUT

OUT

COAXIAL

AV1(TV)

DVD/VCR

AV2(DECODER)

AV1(TV)

Cable Signal

S-Video cable (not supplied)

ANTENNA

S-VIDEO

OUT

AV2 ( R e a r )

DVD

DIGITAL

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

OUT

COAXIAL

ANTENNA

Getting Started

OUT

Recording from a camcorder or other Audio-Video equipment with no Scart output jack (AV3)

If no S-Video input jack is available, connect to VIDEO input jack on the front panel using an RCA Video cable. Change the setup when using S-VIDEO input jack. (See page 33.)

AV3 ( F r o n t )

Getting Started

DUBBING

VCR/DVD

DVD

S-VIDEO VIDEO

(MONO)

L-

VCR DVD

S-Video cable (not supplied)

S-VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO-R

Audio cable (not supplied)

AUDIO

OUT

Digital Audio for Better Sound Quality (Only for DVD)

Digital audio input jack

COAXIAL

Dolby Digital decoder, DTS decoder or MPEG decoder, etc.

Connecting a Dolby Digital™ decoder, DTS decoder or MPEG decoder

• Connecting multi-channel Dolby Digital decoder allows you to enjoy the 5.1ch Dolby Digital surround system as well as DTS decoder, 5.1 channel surround system.

• After connecting to a Dolby Digital decoder, set “Dolby Digital” to “Stream” in the audio menu. (See page 61.)

• After connecting to a DTS decoder, set “DTS” to “ON” in the audio menu. (See page 61.)

• After connecting to a MPEG decoder, set “MPEG” to “Stream” in the audio menu. (See page 61.)

Connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck

• The audio source recorded in Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround format cannot be recorded using an MD or DAT deck as a digital sound.

• If not connected to a Dolby Digital decoder, set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” in the audio menu. Playing back a DVD using incorrect settings may generate noise distortion, and damage speakers.

• Set “Dolby Digital,” and “MPEG” to “PCM” and set “DTS” to “OFF” in the audio menu for connecting to an MD or DAT deck.

• You can use AUDIO OUT jacks for the connection of your audio system.

After You Have Completed Connections

Switch the input selector on your TV to an appropriate external input channel. For details, refer to the Instruction Manual of your TV.

DVD

DIGITAL

AUDIO

COAXIAL

S-VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO OUT

Coaxial cable (not supplied)

DVD/VCR

AV2(DECODER)

AV1(TV)

AUDIO OUT

DVD

DIGITAL

COAXIAL

ANTENNA

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

OUT

The connections illustrated above are optional for better sound.

1 For clear digital sound quality, use

the COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to connect your digital audio equipment.

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.

Note

• Connect this unit directly to the TV. If the Audio/ Video cables are connected to a VCR, pictures may be distorted due to the effects of the copy protection system.

Selecting the On-Screen Display (OSD) Language

1 In stop mode, press [SET UP]. 2 If you select “Advanced Setting

Menu,” proceed to step 3. If you select “Easy Setting Menu,” proceed to step 4.

3 Select “Display” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

4 Select “OSD Language” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

5 Select the appropriate OSD language

using [Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

OSD Language

English

Deutsch

Italiano

Svenska

Nederlands

VCR DVD

Channel Setting

Tuning of this unit to broadcast channels can be performed in two ways.

Auto Tuning

Programme the tuner to scan only the channels you can receive in your area.

Getting Started

1 Press [STANDBY/ON /I] to turn on

the unit.

2 Turn the TV on and select the input

to which the unit is connected.

3 In stop mode, press [SET UP].

“Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Setting Menu” will appear.

4 Select “Channel” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

5 Select “Auto Tuning” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

The unit will start storing channels available in your area.

6 Press [SET UP] to exit.

P 01

Auto Tuning Now

Wait for several minutes to finish channel storing.

6 Press [SET UP] to exit.

You can select only the channels memorized in this unit by using [PR

To select a channel

You can select a channel using [PR enter the channel using [the Number buttons] on the remote control.

To cancel auto tuning Press [RETURN] or [SET UP] during scanning.

Note

• The selection will be affected by how you receive TV channels in your local area.

• If the auto tuning is cancelled during scanning, some channels not yet tuned may not be received.

• You cannot change the channel when either VCR or DVD is in any recording mode (normal recording, one-touch timer recording or timer recording.)

], or directly

Manual Tuning

Manually tune each channel.

1 In stop mode, press [SET UP].

“Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Setting Menu” will appear.

2 Select “Channel” using

Getting Started

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

3 Select “Manual Tuning” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

Manual Tuning

Position P01

Channel 12

Decoder OFF

Skip ON

VCR DVD

4 Select “Position” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

5 Select the position number you wish

to use using [the Number buttons] or [Cursor U / D], then press [RETURN].

You can select position numbers 01 to 99.

6 Select “Channel” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

7 Press [Cursor U / D] to start

scanning.

• The tuner will begin to search up or down automatically. When a channel is found, the unit will stop searching and the picture will appear on the TV screen.

• You can select a desired channel number using [the Number buttons]. Refer to the following Channel Plan table and press the three digits to select the channel number. (To select channel 4, press [0] first and then press [0] and [4]. Or press [4] and then “– – 4” appears and wait for 2 seconds.)

• If this is the channel you want, press [RETURN].

Channel Plan

Ch. Indication TV Channel

02 - 12 E2 - E12

13 - 20 A - H (only ITALY)

21 - 69 E21 - E69

74 - 78 X, Y, Z, Z+1, Z+2

80 - 99, 100 S1 - S20, GAP

121 - 141 S21 - S41

This unit can receive the Hyper and Oscar frequency bands.

• If “Skip” is set to “ON,” select “Skip” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER]. Select “OFF” using [Cursor U / D], then press [RETURN].

• If you want to decode scrambled signals, select

“Decoder” using [Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER]. Select “ON” using [Cursor U / D], then press [RETURN].

• To store another channel, repeat steps 4 to 7.

8 After completion, press [SET UP] to

exit.

To Select a Channel

Notes on using the Number buttons:

• Enter channel numbers as a two-digit number for the quickest result. For example, to select channel 6, press [0] and [6]. If you only press [6], channel 6 will be selected after 2 seconds. You can only select channels 1 to 99.

• You can select the external input mode “AV1,” “AV2” or “AV3.”

• To select “AV1,” press [0], [0], [1].

• To select “AV2,” press [0], [0], [2].

• To select “AV3,” press [0], [0], [3].

To Skip a Preset Channel

You can set the unit to skip channels you can no longer receive or seldom watch when you access channels using [PR

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 in “Manual

Tuning.”

2 Select “Position” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

3 Select the position number you wish

to skip using [the Number buttons] or [Cursor U / D], then press [RETURN].

4 Select “Skip” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [ENTER].

5 Select “ON” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [RETURN].

• To skip another channel, repeat steps 2 to 5.

6 Press [SET UP] to exit.

Move

You can replace two channels.

1 In stop mode, press [SET UP]. 2 Select “Advanced Setting Menu”

using [Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

If it has already appeared, proceed to step 3.

3 Select “Channel” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

4 Select “Move” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [ENTER].

5 Select the position number of which

you want to change the channel using [Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

You cannot select a position number where “– – –” appears next to the number, because “Skip” is set to “ON” for that position number.

6 Move the channel to another

position number using [Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

• To move another channel, repeat steps 5 to 6.

7 Press [SET UP] to exit.

Setting the Clock

Auto Clock Setting

Channel Tuning must be set before setting Auto Clock.

1 In stop mode, press [SET UP]. 2 Select “Advanced Setting Menu”

using [Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

If it has already appeared, proceed to step 3.

3 Select “Clock” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [ENTER].

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

Recording

Display

Select Video

Clock

Channel

Disc

Easy Setting Menu

4 Select “Auto Clock Setting” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

5 Select “ON” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [ENTER].

The current time will be set automatically.

6 Press [SET UP] to exit. 7 Press [STANDBY/ON /I] to turn off.

The Auto clock function is activated. This unit will search for the time only when the power is off. Leave the unit off for several minutes to give it time to set the clock.

Getting Started

Hint

• If you want to cancel “Auto Clock Setting,” select “OFF” using [Cursor U / D], and then press

[ENTER] at step 5.

Note

• The default setting of “Auto Clock Setting” is “OFF.”

• The clock may set itself automatically after you connect the antenna cable to the unit and plug in the mains cable. In this case, the current time will appear on the front panel display.

• To set the clock automatically, the channel assigned to “P01” must receive the PDC signal.

• The clock cannot be set automatically if you are not receiving a channel in your area that carries a time signal. In this case, set the clock manually.

• Once the auto clock setting is performed, the unit will correct the current time by receiving PDC broadcasts whenever you turn off the unit.

• The unit will correct the current time automatically at 8:00, if the unit power is turned off.

• Between 23:00 and 1:00, the Auto Clock function will not operate even if the unit power is turned off.

Manual Clock Setting

1 In stop mode, press [SET UP].

“Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Setting Menu” will appear.

2 Select “Clock” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [ENTER].

3 If you select “Advanced Setting

Getting Started

Menu,” proceed to step 4. If you select “Easy Setting Menu,” proceed to step 5.

4 Press [ENTER]. 5 Press [ENTER] again.

The default date will appear.

Clock SettingClock Setting

VCR DVD

Selecting the TV Aspect Ratio

You can select the TV aspect ratio to match the format of the programme you are playing back with the unit and that of your TV screen (4:3 standard or 16:9 wide screen TV.)

1 In stop mode, press [SET UP]. 2 Select “Advanced Setting Menu”

using [Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

If it has already appeared, proceed to step 3.

3 Select “Playback” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

4 Select “TV Aspect” using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

/ 01/ 2005(SAT)

0: 00

6 Enter the date (day / month / year)

using [Cursor U / D], then press [Cursor P].

Press [Cursor P] to move the cursor to the next field. If you wish to go back to the previous field, press [Cursor L].

7 Enter the time (hours / minutes)

using [Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

The clock will start.

• Although seconds are not displayed, they will be counted from zero.

8 Press [SET UP] to exit.

Note

• Your clock setting will be lost if either there is a power failure or the unit is unplugged for more than 30 seconds when the “Auto Clock Setting” is “OFF.”

Playback

TV Aspect 4:3 Letter Box

Parental Lock ALL

Parental Lock All

Disc Menu Language English

Audio Language Original

Subtitle Language OFF

Digital Out

Dynamic Range Control ON

Fast Forward with Audio ON

Video Out

DVD

5 Select the desired option using

[Cursor U / D], then press [ENTER].

TV Aspect

4:3 Letter Box

4:3 Pan & Scan

16:9 Wide

DVD

6 Press [SET UP] to exit.

Hint

If you have a standard TV:

• Select “4:3 Letter Box” for a full width picture with black bars at the top and bottom.

• Select “4:3 Pan & Scan” for a full height picture with both sides trimmed.

If you have a wide screen TV:

• Select “16:9 Wide.”

Recording

Information on DVD Recording

Type of Discs

This unit can record on DVD-R and DVD-RW. You can record on DVD-R only once. On DVD-RW, you can record and erase many times. It is possible to record on DVD-R only in Video mode. DVD-RW can record in the format you select from Video mode or VR mode.

Logo Attributes

• 8 cm / 12 cm, single-sided, single layer disc

• Max. recording time (SEP mode, approx.): 600 minutes (4.7 GB) (for 12 cm) 180 minutes (1.4 GB) (for 8 cm)

If you want to record repeatedly on the same disc, or if you want to edit the disc after recording, use a rewritable DVD-RW type disc. If you want to save recordings without any alteration, use a non-rewritable DVD-R type disc.

• Discs that should be used with this recorder: DVD-R: 4x or 8x DVD-RW: 2x or 4x

• Discs that were tested and proven as compatible with this recorder: Maxell DVD-R TDK DVD-RW 2x MITSUBISHI DVD-R 8x JVC DVD-RW 4x

Video mode and VR (Video Recording) mode

Video mode is the same recording format as used on the pre-recorded DVD-Videos you purchase in local shops, so you can play back the discs recorded in this format in most DVD players. You will need to finalise such discs (see page 36) before playing them back in other DVD players. Unless finalised, you can record additional materials or edit discs recorded in Video mode with this unit. VR (Video Recording) mode is a basic recording format for DVD-RW discs. You can record and edit material repeatedly. It is impossible to record additional materials on a disc formatted in VR mode and already recorded in another video system other than PAL, such as NTSC.

DVD players bearing the logo are capable of playing back DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode.

Disc type Disc format Functions

Video mode Playing back,

Video

DVD-RWDVD-RW

VR mode Playing back,

DVD-RWDVD-RW

Video mode Playing back,

DVD-RDVD-R

Limited recording, Limited editing

Recording, Original / Playlist editing

Limited recording, Limited editing

Recording Speed

You can select a recording speed from 6 options. The recording time will vary depending on the recording speed you select as follows.

Recording speed Recording time

screen

XP XP 60 min 18 min Excellent

SP SP 120 min 36 min Very good

LP LP 240 min 72 min Good

EP EP 360 min 108 min Average

SLP SLP 480 min 144 min Low

SEP SEP 600 min 180 min Low

• This table is intended for a standard new singlesided 12 cm disc. The recording times are estimates and actual recording time may differ.

• The audio and video quality becomes poorer as the recording time gets longer.

Front Panel

Display

12 cm 8 cm

Video / Sound

Quality

Restrictions on Recording

You cannot record copy-protected video using this unit. Copy-protected video includes DVD-Videos and some satellite broadcasts. If copy-protected material is detected, recording will pause or stop automatically and an error message appears on the screen. You can only record “Copy-once only” video using a DVD-RW disc in VR mode with Content Protection for Recordable Media (CPRM.) When recording a TV broadcast or an external input, you can display copy control information on the screen.

CPRM is a scrambling copy protection system for the protection of “copy-once” broadcast programmes. This unit is CPRM compatible, which means that you can record copy-once broadcast programmes, but you cannot then make a copy of those recordings. CPRM recordings can only be played back on DVD players that are specifically compatible with CPRM.

Recording

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