LG RC199H User Manual

RC199M_NA1ULL_52F

DVD RECORDER/ VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL: RC199H

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and completely.

Call us and we will guide you through your first recording, for free.

1-800-243-0000

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.

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.

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

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.

FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is:

LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.,1000 Sylvan Avenue,

Englewood Cliffs, NJ.

Phone: [phone].

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.

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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.

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 overheating. 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.Do 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 powersupply 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.

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INTRODUCTION

About the Symbol Display . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . .7 Recommended recordable DVD discs . . . . . .7 Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Restrictions on video recording . . . . . . . . . . .9 What is ‘CPRM’? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Notice for Progressive Scan Use . . . . . . . . . .9 Useable Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Using Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 About the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

HOOKUP AND SETTINGS

Connecting an Antenna or Cable TV . . . . . .14 Connections to your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-16 Connection to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Accessory Audio/Video (A/V)

Connections to Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Connecting a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . . .18 Initial Setup Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-22 Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23 Lock (Parental Control) Settings . . . . . . . . .23 Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Disc Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-25 General Explanation of On-Screen Display .26

Displaying Information While Watching TV . .26 Displaying Disc Information on-screen . . . . .26

PLAYBACK

Playing a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Playing a DVD or Video CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 VCR Playback Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 DVD or Video CD Playback Features . . . .29-30 Special Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Playing a DivX Movie File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA files . . . .33 Viewing a JPEG files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35

RECORDING

About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Notes for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39 Dubbing from DVD to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Dubbing from VCR to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Recording from External Components . . . . .41 Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Recording from DV Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

EDITING

Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview .43 VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing . . . .44 Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Changing Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Making a New Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/

Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Hide a Chapter/Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Protect a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Divide One Titles Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . .49 Overwriting Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Viewing Title List menu displayed on other DVD Recorders or Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD Players (Finalizing a Disc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

REFERENCE

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Universal Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Area Codes List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53-55

Reset the Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-57

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Introduction

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

About the Symbol Display

“ ” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function is not permitted by this unit or 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 those discs represented by the symbol.

DVD ALL All DVD discs listed below.

DVD-RW with VR recording mode

DVD-RW with Video recording mode

-RAM disc

DVD+RW disc

DVD-R disc

DVD+R (DL) disc

DVD-Video disc

DivX files

Video CDs

Audio CDs

MP3 files

WMA 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.

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.

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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-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 (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 are playable on DVD+RW compatible players only after finalization.

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

Playable on DVD+R compatible players (after finalization)

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

Limited title/chapter editing features.

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)	-	-

INTRODUCTION
HOOKUP AND	SETTINGS
PLAYBACK
RECORDING
EDITTING
REFERENCE

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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.)

•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 pre-existing 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 “Check Regional Code” appears on the TV screen.

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Restrictions on video recording

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

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

What is ‘CPRM’?

CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramble system) only allowing the recording of ‘copy once’ broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for Recordable Media.

This Recorder is CPRM compatible, which means that you can record copy-once broadcast programs, but you cannot then make a copy of those recordings. CPRM recordings can only be made on DVD-RW discs formatted in VR mode or DVD-RAM discs, and CPRM recordings can only be played on players that are specifically compatible with CPRM.

Copyright

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

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

Notice for Progressive Scan Use

CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING YOUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p VCR/DVD RECORDER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.

INTRODUCTION

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Useable Memory Cards

Using Memory Card

•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.

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.

Regarding Write Protect

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

Inserting/Removing the Memory Card

Insert CF, MD or ST1 MD card

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

5.Use v/V to select the desired Memory Card slot then press ENTER.

Notes:

•For details on each operation item, refer to relevant pages.

•If a memory card has not been inserted to a slot, the slot is not selectable on the Memory Card slot choice menu.

Inserting the card

Insert straight-in until it fits into place.

Removing the card

Upper slot : Press on the center of the card then withdraw the card carefully.

Lower slot : Withdraw the card carefully.

Notes:

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

•Some memory cards may not work in this recorder, depending on the formatting.

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

	About the Remote Control	Battery installation
	Operation Range	Detach the battery cover on the rear
	Point the Remote Control at the remote sensor and	of the Remote Control, and insert two
		(R03/AAA) size batteries with 3 and
	press the buttons.
		# aligned correctly.
	Distance: About 23 ft (7 m) from the front of the	Do not mix old and new batteries and never
	remote sensor.
	Angle: About 30° in each direction of the front of	mix different types of batteries such as stan-
	the remote sensor.	dard, alkaline, etc.

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Front Panel

a

b

c

d

e fg

hij k l

m

n op q r s

aDisc Tray (DVD deck)

Insert a disc here.

bZ DVD

Opens or closes the disc tray.

cCassette Compartment (VCR deck)

Insert a video cassette here.

dZ VCR

Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.

e1 POWER

Switches the Recorder ON and OFF.

fMEMORY CARD Slot 1

Insert a memory card (CF, MD or ST1 MD)

gMEMORY CARD Slot 2

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

hN / X (PLAY / PAUSE)

Starts playback.

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

ix (STOP)

Stops playback.

jz (REC)

Starts recording.

Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

kCH (v/V)

Scans up or down through memorized channels.

lDUBBING

Press to copy DVD to VCR (or VCR to DVD). Lights when the Recorder is dubbing.

mDisplay window

Shows the current status of the Recorder.

Lights when a disc is in the DVD deck.

				The DVD deck is selected.
	DVD
				Lights when recorder is in playing mode
				or flashes when search mode.
				The VCR deck is selected.
	VCR
				Indicates when the recorder is in timer
				recording or a timer recording is
				programmed.
				A VHS tape is inserted in the VCR deck.
				The recorder is recording.
	REC
				Indicates PM time. (AM is not displayed.)
	PM
				Indicates that TV mode is active.
	TV
					Indicates total playing time,
					elapsed time, remaining time
					or current deck status.

nRemote Sensor

Point the recorder Remote Control here.

oDVD/VCR

Toggles control between the DVD deck and the VCR deck.

pRES.

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

Set the Component video output’s resolution to 480p or 480i format for your TV or Monitor.

qDV IN

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

rS-VIDEO

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

sVIDEO /AUDIO (Left/Right)

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

INTRODUCTION

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Remote Control

	VCR
	Select the Recorder’s function mode to
	VCR.
	INPUT
	Changes the input to use for recording
a	(Tuner, AV1, AV2, or DV IN).
	0-9 numerical buttons

- Selects numbered options in a menu. - Inputs channel numbers.

I.SKIP (INSTANT SKIP)

Skips 30 seconds forward during playback.

DUBBING

Press to copy DVD to VCR (or VCR to

b

DVD).

TV Control Buttons

See page 51.

b

c BACKWARD / FORWARD (m/M)

- DVD: Search backward or forward.

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

SKIP (. / >)

Go to next chapter or track. Returns to d beginning of current chapter or track or

go to previous chapter or track.

PAUSE/STEP (X)

Pause playback or recording temporarily.

Press repeatedly for frame-by-frame playback.

PLAY (N)

Starts playback.

a

POWER (1)

Turns Recorder ON and OFF.

EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE (Z)

-Opens and closes the disc tray.

-Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.

DVD

Select the Recorder’s function mode to DVD.

STOP (x)

Stops playback or recording.

c

HOME : Accesses or removes the HOME menu.

DISC MENU/LIST

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

CH/TRK(v/V)

Selects a channel. Adjusts manually the tape’s picture onscreen.

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

Selects menu options.

ENTER ( )

Confirms menu selections.

DISPLAY

Accesses On-Screen Display.

Displays information of current status.

RETURN (O)

Removes the menu.

d

AUDIO

Selects an audio language or an audio channel.

SUBTITLE

Selects a subtitle language.

ZOOM

Enlarges DVD video image.

CHP. ADD

Inserts a chapter marker when playing/ recording.

z REC

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

REC MODE

Selects the recording mode:

-DVD : SP, LP, EP or XP.

-VCR : SP or SLP.

TITLE

Displays the disc’s Title menu, if available.

THUMBNAIL

Selects a thumbnail picture for the current title for use in the Title List menu.

PLAY MODE

Selects play mode.

MARKER

Marks any point during playback.

SEARCH

Displays Marker Search menu.

CLEAR

Removes a mark on the Marker

Search menu.

TV/VCR

To view channels selected by the VCR tuner or by the TV tuner.

TIME SHIFT

To play the title being recorded and also currently being recorded appears as PIP.

RESOLUTION : Sets the output resolution for HDMI and Component video out.

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Rear Panel

a

b c d e

f

g

h

i

j k

l

aANT. IN

Connect the antenna to this terminal.

bS-VIDEO OUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

cCOMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT (Y Pb Pr)

Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.

dAUDIO OUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV or other equipment with audio inputs.

eAV IN 1 (VIDEO IN /AUDIO IN (Left/Right))

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

fOPTICAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

gCooling fan

hAC Power Cord

Plug into the power source.

iRF. OUT

Connect to a TV with RF coaxial inputs.

jCOAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

kAV OUT (VIDEO OUT / AUDIO OUT (Left/Right))

Connect to a TV with video and audio inputs.

lHDMI OUT

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

Caution

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

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Hookup and Settings

Depending on your TV and other equipment

there are various ways you can connect the a recorder. Please refer to the manuals of your

TV, VCR, Stereo System or other devices as necessary for additional connection information.

Antenna Antenna

OR

OR

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.

Rear of Recorder

b

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.

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 program while viewing another.

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

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Connections to your TV

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

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. [RF03] or [RF04] appears in the display window.

2.Press CH (V/v) to change the RF output channel (RF03 or RF04).

3.Tune the TV to this channel.

Notes:

•Set the resolution to 480p using RESOLUTION or RES. button for progressive signal.

•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.

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

Audio connection

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks on the Recorder to the audio left/right in jacks on the TV using the supplied audio cables (A1 or A2).

Rear of TV

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

Video connection

Connect the 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 an 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 higher video resolution.

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).

S

C

A2

Rear of Recorder

R	V A1

Rear of TV

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HDMI connection

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

1.Connect the HDMI OUT 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 23). 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 22).

•If your TV is not equipped with DTS decoder, set the [DTS] options to [OFF] on the setup menu (See page 22). 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.

(Type A)

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

Tip :

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

Note:

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 or change the resolution.

HDMI compatible TV

HDMI

H

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.

•The picture will not be displayed properly with non-HDCP devices.

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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 22).

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.

Notes:

•Due to the DTS Licensing agreement, the digital

output will be in DTS digital out when DTS audio stream is selected.

•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 Recorder

X

A

O

COAXIAL	L	R	OPTICAL
DIGITAL INPUT	AUDIO INPUT		DIGITAL INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

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

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

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Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to Recorder

Connect the AV IN 1 or AV IN 2 jacks on the Recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using the optional audio/video cables. (Refer to page 41 for [Recording from External Components].)

Note:

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

Connecting a Digital

Camcorder

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

Note:

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

DV

IN/OUT

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