LG 9QKE40530 Users manual

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HDD/DVD

RECORDER

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL : LRH-539

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.

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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.

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 PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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

FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15

This epuipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is operated in a residential installation. This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the product and receiver.

•Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION:

This product employs a Laser System.

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

Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center.

Performing controls, adjustments, or carrying out 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:

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN

AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.

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

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits.

Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain.

Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous.

Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer.

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

SERIAL NUMBER:

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

Model No. ______________________________

Serial No. ______________________________

Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11

Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 About the internal hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Card useable on this unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Disc-related terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Hookup and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-24

Connecting an Antenna or Cable TV . . . . . . . . .12

Connections to Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Connecting to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-18

Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19

Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Lock (Parental Control) Settings . . . . . . . . . .20-21

Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-22

Disc Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23

General Explanation of On-Screen Display . . . .24

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-37

Playing a HDD, DVD, DivX file or Video CD .25-28 Playing a DivX Movie File . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29-30 Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file . . . . .31-32 Program Playback with Audio CD and

MP3/WMA file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Viewing a JPEG File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35 Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX file . . . . . .36-37

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-43

About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 About HDD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Timeshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Simultaneous recording and playback . . . . . . . .41 Checking Timer Recording Details . . . . . . . . . .42 Recording from an External Input . . . . . . . . . . .42 Recording from DV Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Editting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	44-50
Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview . . . .44
HDD, VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing .	. .45
Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. .45
Changing Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. .45
Making a New Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. .46
Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist .46

Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter . . .47 Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Sort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Undoing/Redoing the Last Deletion . . . . . . . . . .48 Combining Two Titles Into One . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Divide One Titles Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . .49 Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Hide a Chapter/Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Protect a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51-53

Before Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Dubbing from HDD to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Dubbing from DVD to HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 One Touch Copy (HDD to DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . .53 One Touch Copy (DVD to HDD) . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54-59

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Overwriting Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Viewing Title List menu displayed on other DVD Recorders or Players . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD Players (Finalizing a Disc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Controlling Your TV with the Supplied

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57-58 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Introduction

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

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

Symbol Used in this Manual

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

Note:

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Tip:

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

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

HDD Titles recorded on the HDD DVD-RW with VR recording mode

DVD-RW with Video recording mode DVD+RW disc

DVD-R disc DVD+R disc DVD-Video disc Video CDs Audio CDs DivX files

MP3 files WMA files

About the Symbol Display

“ ” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that specific DVD video disc.

Notes on Discs

Handling Discs

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

Storing Discs

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

Cleaning Discs

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

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

Moisture Condensation

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

Recordable and Playable Discs

DVD-RW (DVD - ReWritable)

DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording.

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

[VR mode]

Recordings can be extensively edited

Playable only on VR mode compatible players (after finalization)

[Video mode]

Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)

Limited editing features

DVD-R (DVD - Recordable)

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

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

Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)

Limited editing features

DVD+RW (DVD+ ReWritable)

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

Disc.

Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalization)

The edited contents is playable on DVD+RW compatible players only after finalizing

Recordings can be edited the title/chapter

DVD+R (DVD + Recordable)

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

Playable on DVD+R compatible players (after finalization)

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

Limited title/chapter editing features.

DVD+R DL (DVD + Recordable; Double Layer)

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

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

Playable on DVD+R compatible players (after finalization)

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

Limited title/chapter editing features.

The recommendable recordable DVD discs

DVD-R	DVD+R	DVD-RW	DVD+RW	DVD+R(DL)

SONY (8x, 16x)	SONY (2.4x, 4x, 8x, 16x)	Victor (1x, 4x)	SONY (2.4x)	Mitsubishi (2.4x)

TDK (4x, 8x)	TDK (4x)	Maxell (1x, 2x, 4x)	TDK (2.4x)	Maxell (2.4x)

Imation (2x, 4x)	Imation (2.4x, 4x, 8x)	Imation (2x)	Philips (4x)	Verbatim (2.4x)

Verbatim (4x, 8x)	Mitsubishi (4x, 8x)	VerbatimTDK (2x)	Ricoh (2.4x)	-

Panasonic (2x, 4x)	Ricoh (2x, 4x, 8x)	Mitsubishi (2x)	HP (2.4x, 4x)	-

Introduction

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Playable Discs

DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

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

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

Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

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

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

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

Notes:

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

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

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

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

•DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD Recorder may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensation on the Recorder’s lens.

•If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is recorded in a compatible format, there are cases in which it may not play because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check with the software publisher for more detailed information.)

Regional code of the recorder and DVDs

This recorder is designed and manufactured for playback of Region 1 encoded DVD software. The region code on the labels of some DVD discs indicates which type of the recorder can play those discs. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled 1 or ALL. If you try to play any

other discs, the message “Incorrect region code. Can’t play back” will appear on the TV screen. Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even though their playback is prohibited by area limits.

Notes on DVDs and Video CDs

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

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

About the Remote Control

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

Battery installation

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two (R03/AAA) size batteries with 3 and # aligned correctly.

Caution

Do not mix old and new batteries and never mix different types of batteries such as standard, alkaline, etc.

About the internal hard disk drive

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

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

Do not move the recorder while it is on.

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

Do not block the rear vent/cooling fan.

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

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

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

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

2.Unplug from the wall socket.

3.Move the recorder.

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

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

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

Card useable on this unit

Compact Flash Card (CF) Micro Drive (MD)

Secure Digital Card (SD)

Multi Media Card (MMC)

SmartMedia Card (SMC) xD-Picture Card (xD) Memory Stick (MS) Memory Stick Pro (MS-Pro)

magicstor (except magicstor PLUS) Compatible with: FAT 12, FAT 16, or FAT 32

Only use the memory cards recommended above.

Regarding Write Protect

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

Inserting/Removing the Memory Card


Insert CF, MD, or		Insert SD, MMC, SMC,
magicstor card		xD, MS, or MS-Pro card

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

Removing the card: Withdraw the card carefully.

Notes:

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

•A memory card may not be used for this recorder

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

Using Memory Card

1.Insert a memory card.

2.Press HOME on the remote control.

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

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

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

Details for the options are on page 17.

Introduction

Disc-related terms

DVD +R (Double Layer)

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

DVD ±R / DVD ±RW

DVD -R and DVD +R are two different standards for recordable DVD drives and discs. This format allows information to be recorded onto the DVD disc only once. DVD +RW and DVD -RW are two standards for re-writable media, meaning the DVD content can be erased and re-recorded. Single-sided discs can hold 4.38 Gigabytes and double-sided discs hold twice as much. There are no double layer single sided recordable discs.

VCD (Video CD)

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

MPEG

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

MP3

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

WMA

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

JPEG

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

DivX

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

PBC: Playback Control (Video CD only)

Playback control is available for Video CD (VCD) version 2.0 disc formats. PBC allows you to interact with the system via menus, search functions, or other typical computer-like operations. Moreover, still pictures of high resolution can be played if they are included in the disc. Video CDs not equipped with PBC (Version 1.1) operate in the same way as audio CDs.

Title (DVD video discs only)

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

Chapter (DVD video discs only)

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

Scene (VCD)

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

Track

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

Front Panel

a b c d e f

T/S REC

HDD DVD

l m n

a POWER button and indicator

Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

Lights up red when the recorder is in standby mode.

bHDD/DVD

Set the recorder’s mode to HDD or DVD.

cN / X (PLAY / PAUSE)

Starts playback.

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

dx (STOP)

Stops playback or recording.

ez (REC)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

fCH (V/v)

Scans up or down through memorized channels.

gDisc Tray

Insert a disc here.

hOPEN/CLOSE (Z)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

iDisplay window

Shows the current status of the recorder. T/S: Indicates the timeshifting mode. REC: The recorder is recording.

HDD: The recorder is HDD mode. DVD: The recorder is DVD mode.

HDD b B DVD: The recorder is dubbing.

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

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

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

j Remote Sensor

Point the recorder remote control here.

k INPUT 2 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right))

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

l INPUT 2 (S-VIDEO IN)

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

m DV IN

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

nTIMESHIFT

Activates pause live TV/playback (timeshift) for a live TV program.

oMEMORY CARD Slot 1

Insert a memory card (CF/MD/magicstor).

pMEMORY CARD Slot 2

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

Introduction

Remote Control

0-9 numerical buttons: Selects numbered options in a menu.

3D SURR.: Selects 3D SURROUND during playback.

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

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

A-B: Repeat sequence.

ANGLE: Selects a DVD camera angle, if available.

AUDIO: Selects an audio language (DVD) or an audio channel (VCD).

INPUT: Changes the input to use for recording (Tuner, AV1-2, or DV IN).

CHP ADD: Inserts a chapter marker when playing/recording.

CLEAR: Removes a track number on the Program List or a mark on the Marker Search menu.

DISPLAY: Accesses On-Screen Display.

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

ENTER

-Acknowledges menu selection.

-Displays information while viewing a TV program.

HOME: Accesses or removes the HOME menu.

I.SKIP (INSTANT SKIP) : Skips 15 seconds forward on the disc (about the length of a typical TV: commercial).

MARKER: Marks any point during playback.

MENU/LIST: Accesses menu on a DVD disc. Switches between Title List-Original and Title List-Playlist menu.

OPEN/CLOSE (Z): Opens and closes the disc tray.

PAUSE/STEP (X) : Pause playback or recording temporarily, press again to exit pause mode.

PIP: Selects PIP function on or off.

N (PLAY): Starts playback.

POWER: Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

RANDOM: Plays tracks in random order.

z REC: Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

REC MODE: Selects the recording mode (HQ, SQ, LQ or EQ).

REPEAT: Repeat chapter, track, title, all.

RETURN (O)

-Removes the menu.

-Displays the menu of a video CD with PBC.

SCAN (m / M): Search backward or forward.

SEARCH: Displays Marker Search menu.

SETUP: Accesses or removes the Setup menu.

SKIP (. / >): Go to next chapter or track. Returns to beginning of current chapter or track or go to previous chapter or track.

STOP (x): Stops playback or recording.

SUBTITLE: Selects a subtitle language.

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

TIMER REC: Displays Timer Record menu.

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

TITLE: Displays the disc’s Title menu, if available.

TV/DVD: To view channels selected by the recorder tuner or by the TV tuner.

TV Control Buttons

-POWER: Turns the TV on or off.

-INPUT: Selects the TV’s source.

-CH +/–: Selects TV’s channel.

-VOL +/–: Adjusts TV’s volume.

-MUTE: Temporarily turns TV sound OFF, press again to restore.

ZOOM: Enlarges DVD video image.

a		b c d e

i j k l

aANT.IN

Connect the antenna to this terminal.

bAUDIO OUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV with audio inputs.

cVIDEO OUT

Connect to a TV with video inputs.

dCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN (Y Pb Pr)

Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.

eS-VIDEO OUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

fOPTICAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

Rear Panel

f	g	h

g Cooling fan

h AC Power Cord

Plug into the power source.

i RF. OUT

Connect to a TV with RF coaxial inputs.

j AUDIO IN 1 (Left/Right)

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

k VIDEO IN 1

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

l COAXIAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

Hookup and Settings

Depending on your TV and other equipment there are various ways you can connect the recorder. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System or other devices as necessary for additional connection information.

Notes:

•Make sure the Recorder is connected directly to the TV and 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 the Recorder via another VCR. The DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection system.

•The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. Position the units away from each other or turn off the unit after removing the disc.

Settings

Hookup and

Connecting an Antenna or Cable TV

a Antenna:

Disconnect the antenna from the rear of the TV and identify the antenna cable. If it is a round 75 ohm coaxial cable connect it directly to the jack marked ANT.IN on your Recorder. If your antenna cable is flat connect it to a 300-ohm to 75-ohm antenna adaptor (not supplied) and slip the adaptor over the ANT.IN jack. Don’t attempt to screw it into to the Recorder.

b Cable TV:

If your cable connection has no converter or descrambler, unscrew the cable from your TV and attach it to the ANT.IN jack on the Recorder. If a converter is required connect a coaxial cable from the wall jack to the IN connector on the converter, and a coaxial cable from the OUT connector on the converter to the ANT.IN on your Recorder. This cable hookup permits both TV and Recorder operation.

a	Antenna	Antenna

To view or record a CATV channel

1Tune the TV to the Recorder output channel (CH 3 or 4).

2Set the Recorder channel selector to the cable output channel. (Example: CH3)

3Select a channel using the cable converter.

Notes:

•With this connection, you cannot record one program while viewing another.

•If you are using a cable box to tune channels, it is not necessary to do Auto Channel Set.

Connections to your TV

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

Rear of TV

AUDIO INPUT		VIDEO	COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN			S-VIDEO
		INPUT		VIDEO INPUT		INPUT
L	R		Y	Pb	Pr

A V C S

Rear of the recorder

RF coaxial connection

Connect the RF.OUT jack on the Recorder to the antenna in jack on the TV using the supplied 75-ohm Coaxial Cable (R). TV RF.OUT jack passes the signal through from the ANT.IN jack.

How to set the Recorder’s RF output channel

1.When the Recorder is turned off, press and hold CH (V/v) on the front panel for more than five seconds. [ch03] or [ch04] appears in the display window.

2.Press CH (V/v) to change the RF output channel (ch03 or ch04).

3.Tune the TV to this channel.

Video connection

Connect the DVD/VCR VIDEO OUT jack on the Recorder to the video in jack on the TV using the video cable supplied (V).

Note:

If you use this connection, set the TV’s source selector to

VIDEO.

S-Video connection

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

Component Video / Progressive Scan connection

If your television is a high-definition or “digital ready” television, you may take advantage of the Recorder’s progressive scan output for the highest video resolution possible.

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

Notes:

•Set Progressive Scan option to [ON] in the setup menu, see page 17.

•Progressive Scan does not work with the RF,

Audio/Video or S-Video connections.

•If your TV does not accept the Progressive Scan format, the picture will appear scrambled.

•When you use Component Video signal, set the Progressive Scan to [OFF] on the setup menu.

Audio connection

Connect the Left and Right DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT jacks on the Recorder to the audio left/right in jacks on the TV using the supplied audio cables (A).

Connection to an Amplifier

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

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT (or DVD/VCR 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) supplied.

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

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

2.You will need to activate the Recorder ’s digital output. (See [Audio Settings] on page 19).

Digital Multi-channel sound

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

Caution:

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

Notes:

•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 onscreen display, press AUDIO.

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

Rear of the recorder

L	R	COAXIAL	OPTICAL
AUDIO INPUT		DIGITAL INPUT	DIGITAL INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

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

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

Introduction

Hookup and	Settings

Playback

Recording

Editting

Dubbing

Reference

Connecting to the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 Jacks

Connect the input jacks (INPUT1, INPUT2) on the recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using audio/video cables.

Note:

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

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

S-VIDEO
OUTPUT
AUDIO
OUTPUT
R	OR
L
VIDEO
OUTPUT

Connecting a Digital Camcorder

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

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

Note:

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

DV Digital Camcorder

IN/OUT

Rear of

the recorder

Front of
the recorder	Front of the recorder
	Front of the recorder

Using the Home Menu

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

1.Press HOME to display the Home Menu screen.

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

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

4. To exit the HOME menu, press HOME.

TV (HDD): Returns to live TV viewing for HDD recording.

TV (DVD): Returns to live TV viewing for DVD recording.

TITLE LIST: Displays the Title List menu.

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

MUSIC: Displays Music (or Audio CD) menu. PHOTO: Displays Photo menu.

Initial Settings

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

General Operation

1.Press SETUP and the Setup menu appears.

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

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

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

5.Press B to move to the third level.

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

Some items require additional steps.

7.Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.

Note:

Press b to go back to the previous level.

General Settings

Tuning Band Select

1Select the [Tuning Band] option then press B .

2Use v / V to select the tuning band (TV or CATV) option then press ENTER.

TV: If you are using a standard antenna to receive channels.

CATV: If you are using basic cable to receive channels.

Auto Channel Set

Connect the Recorder to the desired type of antenna or cable TV system as shown on page 16.

This Recorder is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 181 channels. These include VHF channels 2-13, UHF channels 14-69 and CATV channels 1-125.

1Select the [Auto Channel Set] option.

2Press B to move to the third level. [Start] icon is highlighted.

3Press ENTER to begin the channel search. The tuner will automatically cycle through all

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

Note:

After the Auto Channel Set proceeding is complete, make sure the Tuning Band is set appropriately (TV or CATV) on tuning band, follow steps 1~3 as shown previous (Tuning Band Select) to choose the correct Tuning Band (TV or CATV).

Settings

Hookup and

To Add or Erase Channels from Memory

This feature allows you to add to or erase channels from memory manually.

1.Select the [CH. Add/Del] option.

2.Press B to move to the third level. [Edit] icon is highlighted.

3.Press ENTER and the Channel Edit menu appears.

4.Use v / V or number buttons to select a channel then press b.

5.Use v / V to tunes the channel to obtain a clear picture, then press ENTER.

6.Press B .

[Add] or [Delete] icon is highlighted.

7.Press ENTER to confirm your setting.

8.Repeat steps 4-7 to add or erase additional channels.

9.Press SETUP or RETURN to exit the menu.

Clock Set

1.Select the [Clock Set] option.

2.Press B to move to the third level.

Auto

The Auto option is set at the factory. In the Auto option, the Recorder looks for a channel carrying XDS

(Extended Data Services) information. XDS updates the clock using the Coordinated Universal Time.

1.Use b/B to choose the option and use v/V to change the setting.

[Band] Select the band.

[PBS Ch.] Select the channel. [Time Zone] Choose your time zone.

When Timezone is set to Auto, the Recorder will use XDS information to determine the proper setting.

[Daylight] Choose the Daylight Savings.

When it is set to Auto, the Recorder will use XDS information to determine the proper setting.

2.Press ENTER to confirm your setting.

Note :

The Auto Clock Feature enables the Recorder to set up the clock when the Recorder is turned off.

Manual

If your local TV station does not send date and time information, or sends incorrect information, you can set the clock manually.

1.Enter the necessary information for year, date and time.

b / B (left/right): Moves the cursor to the previous or next column.

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

2.Press ENTER to confirm your setting.

3.Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.

TV Aspect

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

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

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

Display Mode

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

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

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

Progressive Scan

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

[ON] : Using the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks for connection to a TV or monitor that is compatible with a progressive scan signal.

[OFF] : Using the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks, but are connecting the Recorder to a standard (analog) television.

Caution

Once the setting for Progressive Scan output is entered, an image will only be visible on a Progressive Scan compatible TV or monitor. If you set Progressive Scan to [ON] in error, you must reset the Recorder. First, remove the disc in the Recorder. Next, press STOP (x) and hold it for five seconds before releasing it. The video output will be restored to the standard setting, and a picture will once again be visible on a conventional analog TV or monitor.

Settings

Hookup and

PBC

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

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

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

Initialization

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

[Factory Set] You can reset the Recorder to its original factory settings. Some options cannot be reset (Rating, Password, and Area Code).

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

[M/C Format] Initializes the M/C (Memory Card): everything recorded on the Memory Card will be erased.

1. Select [Initialize] option then press B.

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

The confirm message will appear.

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

Power Save Mode

Set Power Save Mode to On to place your DVD/VCR Recorder into an economic power save mode.

Language Settings

Display Menu

Select a language for the Setup menu and information display.

Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle

[Original]Refers to the original language in which the disc was recorded.

[Other] To select another language, press number buttons then ENTER to enter the corresponding 4-digit number according to the language code list in the reference chapter (see page 58). If you enter the wrong language code, press CLEAR.

[OFF] (for Disc Subtitle) : Turn off Subtitle.

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