LG 9QKE40640 Users manual

DR199M_OM_ENG

DVD RECORDER

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL: DR199

DR198
DR197

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

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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.

CAUTION:

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation
and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect
it from over heating.
The openings should be never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as
a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or
the manufacturer's instruction have been adhered to.

CAUTION:

CLASS 2M VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED DO NOT
STARE INTO THE BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH
OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.

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: 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.

To disconnect power from the mains, pull out the mains cord
plug. When installing the product, ensure that the plug is
easily accessible.

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 equipment 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

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

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

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

.

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Introduction

1. Read these instructions. - All these safety and

operating instructions should be read before the
product is operated.

2. Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating
and use instructions should be retained for future
reference.

3. Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product
and in the operating instructions should be adhered
to.

4. Follow all instructions. - All operating and use
instructions should be followed.

5. Do not use this product near water. – For
example: near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement; or near a swimming
pool; and other areas located near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth. – Unplug this product
from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners.

7.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. -

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from over- heating. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

9. D

o not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding

type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the product.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/product
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this product during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.

14.

Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.

Servicing is required when the
product has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
product, the product has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S
MANUAL. AND THOSE MARKED ON THE PRODUCT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.

This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric
shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this product will protect you if you observe the following
procedures for installation, use, and servicing.
This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.

DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10

Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Card useable on this unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

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

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

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

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

Connections to Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

HDMI connection (DR198/DR199 only) . . . . . . .14

Connecting to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections . . . .16

Auto Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19

Tuning Band Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Auto Channel Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

To Add or Erase Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

TV Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Progressive Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Power Save Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Factory Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Sampling Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

DRC (Dynamic Range Control) . . . . . . . . . .20

Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Lock (Parental Control) Settings . . . . . . . . . .21-22

Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Set Password / Area Code . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Disc Record Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

DV Recording Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

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

Initialize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Disc Label / Disc Protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

PBC / Auto Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

DivX Registration Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

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

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-32

General Playback Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-28

Playing a DivX Movie File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file . . . . . . .30

Viewing a JPEG File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31-32

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33-38

About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33-34

Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Checking Timer Recording Details . . . . . . . . . .37

Recording from an External Input . . . . . . . . . . .37

Recording from DV Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39-45

Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview . . . .39

VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing . . . . . . .40

Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Changing Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Making a New Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist .41
Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter . . .42

Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Divide One Titles Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . .44

Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Hide a Chapter/Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Protect a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46-51

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Overwriting Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Viewing Title List menu displayed on other

DVD Recorders or Players . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD

Players (Finalizing a Disc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49-50

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

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Introduction

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.

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
media.

Symbol Used in this Manual

Note:

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Tip:

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

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

All DVD discs listed below.

DVD-RAM disc

DVD-RW with VR recording mode

DVD-RW with Video recording mode
DVD+RW disc
DVD-R disc
DVD+R (DL) disc
DVD-Video disc

Video CDs
Audio CDs
DivX files
MP3 files
WMA files
JPEG files

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.

JPEG

WMA

MP3

DivX

ACD

VCD

DVD

+R

-R

+RW

-RW

Video

-RW

VR

RAM

DVD ALL

Moisture Condensation

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

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Recordable and Playable Discs

DVD-RW (Digital Video Disc - 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 (Digital Video Disc - Recordable)



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

 DVD-R discs can be only formatted to Video mode.
 Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)
 Limited editing features

DVD-RAM (DVD - Random Access Memory)

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



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

 Playable on DVD-RAM compatible players.
 Recordings can be extensively edited.
 Only DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0, 2.1 and 2.2 discs can be used in this unit.
 You cannot use the cartridge-type DVD-RAM disc in this unit.

DVD+RW (Digital Video Disc + ReWritable)

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

on the same Disc.

 Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalization)
 The edited contents are playable on DVD+RW compatible players only after finalization
 Recordings can be edited the title/chapter

DVD+R (Digital Video Disc + Recordable)

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

it any more.

 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 (Digital Video Disc + 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 record up

to 8.5GB of video on a single DVD+R disc.

 Playable on DVD+R DL 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.

Recommended recordable DVD discs

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

Mitsubishi (8x, 16x) Mitsubishi (8x, 16x) Mitsubishi (4x) Mitsubishi (4x) Mitsubishi (2.4x, 8x) Fujifilm (2x)

That’s (8x, 16x) Ricoh (8x, 16x) Verbatim (4x) SONY (4x) Maxell (2.4x) Mitsubishi (3x)

Verbatim (8x) Verbatim (8x) JVC (4x) Imation (4x) - Maxell (5x)

- - Victor (4x) Maxell (4x) - -

- - Maxell (4x) Ricoh (4x) - -

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

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Introduction

Playable Discs

DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

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

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

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

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

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

 This recorder requires discs and recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal

playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are automatically set to these standards. There are many different types
of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3 or WMA files) and these require certain pre­existing conditions (see above) to ensure compatible playback.

 Customers should note that permission is required in order to download MP3 / WMA files and music from the

Internet. Our company has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the
copyright owner.

Regional Code

This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled same as
the rear of the unit or “ALL”.

Notes on Regional Codes



Most DVD discs have a globe with one or more numbers in it clearly visible on the cover. This number must
match your unit’s regional code or the disc cannot play.



If you try to play a DVD with a different regional code from the unit, the message “Incorrect region code. Can’t
play back” appears on the TV screen.

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Card useable on this unit
(DR199 only)

 Compact Flash Card (CF)
 Micro Drive (MD), ST1 MD
 Secure Digital Card (SD), Mini SD
 Multi Media Card (MMC), MMC Plus, RS MMC,

MMC Mobile

 xD-Picture Card (xD)
 Memory Stick (MS), MS Duo, MS Pro, MS Pro Duo
 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

Inserting the card

Insert straight-in until it fits into place.

Removing the card

Slot 1: Withdraw the card carefully.
Slot 2: Press on the center of the card then 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 [Music] or [Photo] option.

4. Select [MEMORY CARD] then press ENTER.
The Memory Card slot choice menu appears on
the TV screen.

5. Use b / B to select the desired Memory Card slot
then press ENTER.
The menu appears on the TV screen.
Details for the options are on page 17.

Insert CF, MD, or

ST1 MD

Insert SD, Mini SD,
MMC, MMC Plus,
RS MMC, MMC Mobile,
xD, MS, MS Duo,
MS-Pro, or MS Pro Duo
card

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Introduction

a POWER button

Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

b Disc Tray

Insert a disc here.

c Display window

Shows the current status of the recorder.

REC: The recorder is recording.

: Indicates when the recorder is in timer

recording or a timer recording is programmed.

: Shows the current status of the recorder

(clock, channel number, etc).

d OPEN/CLOSE (Z)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

e PROGRESSIVE SCAN (DR197)

Switches the progressive mode ON or OFF.

e RESOLUTION (DR198/DR199)

Sets the HDMI’s output resolution to 1080i, 720p,
480p, or 480i formats for your TV or monitor.

f N / X (PLAY / PAUSE)

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

g x (STOP)

Stops playback or recording.

h z (REC)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the
recording time.

i CH (V/v)

Scans up or down through memorized channels.

j Remote Sensor

Point the recorder remote control here.

k MEMORY CARD Slot 1 (DR199 only)

Insert a memory card (CF/MD/ST1 MD).

l MEMORY CARD Slot 2 (DR199 only)

Insert a memory card (SD/Mini SD/MMC/
MMC Plus/RS MMC/MMC Mobile/xD/MS/
MS Duo/MS-Pro/MS Pro Duo ).

k DV IN

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

l INPUT 2 (S-VIDEO IN)

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

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

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

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POWER: Switches the recorder
ON or OFF.

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

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

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

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

I.SKIP (INSTANT SKIP): Skips 30
seconds forward during playback.

TV Control Buttons: See page

48.

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

SKIP (. / >): Go to next or
previous chapter or track.

PAUSE/STEP (X) : Pause
playback or recording temporarily.

PLAY (N): Starts playback.
STOP (x): Stops playback or

recording.

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HOME: Accesses or removes the
HOME menu.

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

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

Selects an option in the menu.

ENTER ( )

Acknowledges menu selection.

CH (+/-): Scans up or down
through memorized channels.

DISPLAY: Accesses On-Screen
Display.

RETURN (O)

Removes the menu.
AUDIO ( ): Selects an audio

language or audio channel.

SUBTITLE ( ): Selects a subtitle
language.

ZOOM: Enlarges DVD video
image.

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

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REC (z): Starts recording.
REC MODE: Selects the recording

mode.
TITLE: Displays the disc’s Title

menu, if available.
THUMBNAIL: Selects a thumbnail

picture.
PLAY MODE: Selects a play

mode.
MARKER: Marks any point during

playback.
SEARCH: Displays Marker Search

menu.
CLEAR: Removes a mark on the

Marker Search menu.
TIMESHIFT: To play the title being

recorded and also currently being
recorded appears as PIP.

PIP: Selects PIP function on or off.
RESOLUTION (DR198/DR199

only):

Sets the output resolution for

HDMI.

button(s) is not available.

Remote Control

a

b

c

d

Remote Control Operation

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

Caution

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

Remote Control Battery Installation

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

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Hookup and

Settings

a ANT. IN

Connect the antenna to this terminal.

b HDMI Connector (Type A) (DR198/DR199 only)

HDMI output providing a high quality interface for
digital audio and video.

c VIDEO / AUDIO OUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV with video/audio inputs.

d AV IN 1 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right))

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

e COAXIAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

f OPTICAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

g Cooling fan

h AC Power Cord

Plug into the power source.

i RF. OUT

Connect to a TV with RF coaxial inputs.

j S-VIDEO OUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

k COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/PROGRESSIVE

SCAN (Y Pb Pr)

Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.

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ij k

Rear Panel

Hookup and Settings

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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.

Connecting an Antenna
or Cable TV

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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.

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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.

To view or record a CATV channel

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

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

3. Select a channel using the cable converter.

Notes:

• With this connection, you cannot record one channel

while viewing another.

•

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

Antenna

Rear of the recorder

Back Panel of

Typical Cable Box

Antenna

Cable TV

Wall Jack

Cable TV
Wall Jack

OR

Flat Wire

(300 ohm)

300/75 ohm

Adapter

(Not supplied)

OR

a

b

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Hookup and

Settings

Connections to Your TV

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

Tips

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

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

Caution

– Make sure the recorder is connected directly to the

TV. Tune the TV to the correct video input channel.

– Do not connect the recorder’s AUDIO OUT jack to

the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio
system.

– Do not connect your recorder via your VCR. The

DVD image could be distorted by the copy
protection system.

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).

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

Audio (Left/Right) Connection

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

S-Video connection

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

Component Video connection

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

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

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DR197: Set the Progressive to [ON] on the setup
menu for progressive signal, see page 19.

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DR198/DR199: Set the resolution to 480p using
RESOLUTION button for progressive signal.

Note:

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

Caution (DR197 only)

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.

Caution (DR198/DR199 only)

If the resolution is set to 720p or 1080i, the VIDEO
OUT, S-VIDEO OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
connections are not available.

Rear of TV

ANTENNA

INPUT

S-VIDEO

INPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

Y

Pb

VIDEO

AUDIO INPUT

INPUT

Pr

R

L

SR

Rear of the recorder

AVC

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HDMI connection
(DR198/DR199 only)

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

1. Connect the HDMI jack on the recorder to the

HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor
(H).

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

manual).

Notes:

 If your TV is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz

sampling frequency, set the [Sampling Freq.] option
to [48 kHz] on the setup menu (See page 20).
When this choice is made, this unit will
automatically convert any 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz
so your system can decode them.

 If your TV is not equipped with Dolby Digital and

MPEG decoder, set the [Dolby Digital] and [MPEG]
options to [PCM] on the setup menu (See page 20).

 If your TV is not equipped with DTS decoder, set

the [DTS] options to [OFF] on the setup menu (See
page 20). 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.

 The arrow on the cable connector body should face

up for correct alignment with the connector on the
recorder.

 If there is noise or lines on the screen, please check

the HDMI cable.

Tip :

When you use HDMI connection, you can change the
resolution (480i, 480p, 720p, or 1080i) for the HDMI
output using RESOLUTION button.

Caution

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

About HDMI

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) supports
both video and audio on a single digital connection for
use with DVD Players, Set-Top Boxes, and other AV
devices.
HDMI was developed to provide the technologies of
HDCP (High Definition Contents Protection). HDCP is
used to protect digital content transmitted and
received.

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

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

Additional Information for HDMI

 When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible

device make sure of the followings:

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

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

- The connected device is compatible with
720(1440)x480i, 720x480p, 1280x720p, or
1920x1080i video input.

 Not all HDCP-compatible DVI devices will work with

this recorder.

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

HDMI

HDMI compatible TV

H

Rear of the recorder

(Type A)

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Hookup and

Settings

Connecting to an Amplifier

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

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

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

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

2. You will need to activate the recorder’s digital
output. (See “Audio Settings” on page 20.)

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

on-screen display, press AUDIO.

– This recorder does not perform internal (2 channel)

decoding of a DTS sound track. To enjoy DTS
multi channel surround, you must connect this
recorder to a DTS compatible receiver via one of
this recorder’s digital audio outputs.

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

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

Rear of the recorder

A X O

R

L

AUDIO INPUT DIGITAL INPUT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

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Accessory Audio/Video (A/V)
Connections

Connecting to the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2
Jacks

Connect the input jacks (AV1, AV2) 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.

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.

Jack panel of Accessory Component

(VCR, Camcorder, etc.)

AUDIO

OUTPUT

R

L

VIDEO

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO
OUTPUT

OR

DV Digital Camcorder

DV

IN/OUT

Rear of
the recorder

Front of the recorder

Front of

the recorder