LG RC299H-S User manual

DVD RECORDER/ VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL : RC299H

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

RC299H-S_NA3FLLK_ENG

PAL SECAM

Safety Precautions

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

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 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM.

CAUTION:

This DVD Recorder employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s

manual carefully and retain for future reference should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service location (see service procedure).

Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not tr y 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.

This product is manufactured to comply with the EEC DIRECTIVE 89/336/EEC, 93/68/EEC and 2006/95/EC.

Disposal of your old appliance

1.When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

3.The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedi-

cated 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.

WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

INTRODUCTION

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

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

Table of Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Recordable and Playable Discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Disc-related terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

About Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

About DVD-R(-RW) and DVD+R(+RW) disc . . . 6

About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Recording time and picture quality . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using an USB Memory Stick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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

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

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

Remote Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

HOOKUP

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-18

Connecting to the Aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connections to Your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

HDMI connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver . . 16

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

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

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections

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

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

Before Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-30

Auto Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-23

•Auto Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Video output format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

•Power Save Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

•Factory Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Display Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Disc Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27

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

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

• VCR Record System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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

•AV2 Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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

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

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

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

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

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

• PBC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

•Auto Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

• About DivX(R) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

General Explanation of On-Screen Display . . . 30

PLAYBACK

Operation with DVD and Video CD . . . . . . . 31-34

Playing a DivX Movie Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Audio CD and MP3/WMA Operation. . . . . . 36-37

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA Disc . . . . . 36

Music menu options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

JPEG File Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-39

VCR Mode Tape Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

RECORDING

Basic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41-42

Basic Recording from a TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Dubbing from DVD to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Dubbing from VCR to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43-44

Recording from an External Input . . . . . . . 45-46

Recording from an External Components . . . . 45

Recording from a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . 45

What is DV? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

EDITING

Title List and Chapter List Menu . . . . . . . . 47-50

Title and Chapter Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-56

Titles, Chapters and Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Adding Chapter Markers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Changing Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Making a New Playlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist 52

Deleting a Title/Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . 54

Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Protect a Title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Hide a Title/Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Divide One Title Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Time Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Additional Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Overwrite Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Viewing Title List menu displayed on other

DVD recorders or players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Playing Your Recordings on other

DVD Players (Finalizing a Disc) . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

REFERENCE

Language Code and Area Code List . . . . . . . . 58

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote . .

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-61

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Overview

Recordable Discs

DVD-RW (Digital Video Disc - ReWritable):

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

DVD-R (Digital Video Disc - Recordable):

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

DVD+RW (Digital Video Disc + ReWritable):

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

DVD+R (Digital Video Disc + Recordable):

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

DVD+R DL (Digital Video Disc + Recordable; Double Layer): 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-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.

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

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

– If you record a disc using a personal computer, even

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

– The company does not hold any responsibility to

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

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

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

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

Playable Discs

DVD (8 cm/12 cm disc)

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

Audio CD (8 cm/12 cm disc)

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

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– Depending on the conditions of the recording equip-

ment 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.

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

Regional code of the DVD Recorder and DVDs

This DVD Recorder is designed and manufactured for playback of Region 2 encoded DVD software.The region code on the labels of some DVD discs indicates which type of DVD Recorder can play those discs.This unit can play only DVD discs labeled 2 or ALL. If you try to play any other discs, the message “Incorrect region code.Can’t play back” will appear on the TV screen.Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even though their playback is prohibited by area limits.

otes on DVDs and Video CDs

Some playback operations of DVDs and Video CDs may be intentionally fixed by software manufacturers. As this unit plays DVDs and Video CDs according to disc content designed by the software manufacturer, some playback features of the unit may not be available or other functions may be added. Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs and Video CDs.Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be played on the unit.

Overview (Continued)

Disc-related terms

Title (DVD only)

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

Chapter (DVD only)

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

Track (Video CD and audio CD only)

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

Scene

On a video CD with PBC (Playback control) functions, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called “Scenes”. Each scene available is displayed on the Scene menu and assigned a scene number, enabling you to locate the scene you want. A scene may be composed of one or several tracks.

Types of video CDs

There are two types of video CDs:

Video CDs equipped with PBC (Version 2.0)

PBC (Playback control) functions allow you to interact with the system via menus, search functions, or other typical computer-like operations.Moreover, high resolution still pictures can be played if they are included on the disc.

Video CDs not equipped with PBC (Version 1.1)

Operated in the same way as audio CDs, these discs allow playback of video pictures as well as sound, but they are not equipped with PBC.

About Symbols

About the symbol display

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

About the disc symbols for instructions

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

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

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

DVD-R/RW with Video recording mode

DVD-RW with VR recording mode DVD+R disc DVD+RW disc DVD-Video disc DVD-RAM disc Video CDs Audio CDs MP3 files JPEG files DivX files VHS Tape.

The finalized DVD disc is as DVD-Video disc

DivX

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

VHS

DivX

JPEG

MP3

VCD

RAM

DVD

+RW

Video

+RW+RVR

Video

INTRODUCTION

What is SIMPLINK?

Some functions of this unit are controlled by TV’s remote control when this unit and LG TV with SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection.

• Controllable functions by LG TV’s remote control; Play, Pause, Scan, Skip, Stop, Power Off, etc.

• Refer to the TV owner’s manual for the details of SIMPLINK function.

• LG TV with SIMPLINK function has the logo as shown above.

Overview (Continued)

About DVD-R and DVD-RW disc

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

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

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

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

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

What are ‘recording modes’?

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

VR mode recording

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

• Not playable on regular DVD players.

• Recordings can be extensively edited.

Video mode recording

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

• Playable on regular DVD players (after finalizing).

• Limited editing features.

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

Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape?

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

About word ‘Original’ and ‘Playlist’

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

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

• Playlist: content refers to the edited version of the disc — how the Original content is to be played.

About DVD+R and DVD+RW disc

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

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

DVD+RW mode recording

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

• Playable on regular DVD players.

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

• Recordings can be edited the title/chapter.

DVD+R mode recording

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

• Playable on regular DVD players (after finalizing).

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

• Limited title/chapter editing features.

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.

Overview (Continued)

About DVD recording

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

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

•Fingerpr ints and small scratches on a disc can affect playback and/or recording perfor mance. Please take proper care of your discs.

Disc types and recording formats, modes, and settings

This recorder can play various kinds of DVD discs: prerecorded DVD-Video discs, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD+RW and DVD+R discs.The disc format for DVD-R discs is always “Video format”—the same as pre-recorded DVD-Video discs. This means that once finalized, you can play a DVD-R in a regular DVD player.

By default, the DVD-RW disc format is Video for mat, though you can change this to Video Recording format, if required. (Reinitializing the disc will erase the contents of the disc.) The recording mode is closely related to the disc format. If the disc format is Video Recording format, then the recording mode is VR mode;if the disc format is Video mode, then the recording mode is Video mode (except for DVD-Video, which is not recordable, and so does not have a recording mode). Within the recording modes (which are fixed for the whole disc) are the record settings.These can be changed as required for each recording and determine the picture quality and how much space the recording will take up on the disc.

Notes for recording

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

•Even though the recordable time of MLP mode with DVD+R DL discs is about 11 hours which is similar to single layer discs, it is because the resolution of DVD+R DL disc is higher than that of single layer discs.

Disc type Disc format Recording mode Functions

DVD-Video Video format n/a Playback only DVD-RW Video Recording VR mode Playback, recording, Original/Playlist editing

format Video format Video mode Playback, limited recording, limited editing

(default) DVD-R Video format Video mode Playback, limited recording, limited editing DVD+RW +RW Video format DVD+RW Playback, limited recording, Title/Chapter editing DVD+R(DL) +R Video format DVD+R Playback, limited recording, limited Title/Chapter editing DVD-RAM Video Recording VR mode Playback, recording, Original/Playlist editing

format

INTRODUCTION

Overview (Continued)

Recording TV audio channels

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

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 with CPRM (see below).

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

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

What is ‘CPRM’?

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

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

• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be 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.

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

Remote Control Operation Range

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

Remote Control Battery Installation

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

Caution

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

Reset the Recorder

If you observe any of the following symptoms...

 The front panel display is not working.  The Recorder is not operating normally.

...you can reset the Recorder as follows:

 Press and hold the POWER button for at least five

seconds.This will force the unit to power off. Press the POWER button again to turn the unit back on.

 Unplug the power cord, wait at least five seconds,

and then plug it in again.

INTRODUCTION

Overview (Continued)

Recording time and picture quality

There are five preset recording quality modes:

 XP – Highest quality setting, gives about

1 hour of recording time on a DVD (4.7GB).

 SP –

Default quality, sufficient for most applications, gives

about 2 hours of recording time on a DVD (4.7GB).

 LP – Slightly lower video quality, gives about 4 hour of

recording time on a DVD disc (4.7GB).

 EP – Lowest video quality, gives about 6 hour of

recording time on a DVD (4.7GB).

 MLP – The longest recording time with the lowest

video quality, gives about 11 hours of recording time on a DVD (4.7GB).

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You may see a fragmented picture or distorted subtitle during playing back the contents recorded in EP or MLP mode.

Using an USB Memory Stick

This unit can play the MP3 / WMA / JPEG files contained in the USB Memory Stick.

Inserting/Removing the USB Memory Stick

Inserting the USB Memory Stick

Insert straight-in until it fits into place.

Removing the USB Memory Stick

Withdraw the USB Memory Stick carefully.

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 Keep the USB Memory Stick out of reach of children.

If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.

 This unit supports only USB Flash Memory with

FAT16 or FAT32 format.

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Do not extract the USB Memory Stick in operating (play etc.).

 This unit may not suppor t some USB memor y stick.

Compatible USB Memory Stick

1. USB Memory Stick which require additional program installation when you have connected it to a computer, are not supported.

2. USB Flash Drive: USB Memory Stick that support USB1.1.

Using the USB Memory Stick

1. Insert an USB Memory Stick.

2. Press HOME on the remote control.

3. Select [MUSIC] or [PHOTO] option.

4. Select [USB] then press ENTER. Details for the options are on page 19.

5. Press RETURN (O) to exit the MUSIC or PHOTO List menu before extracting the USB Memor y Stick.

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 The USB Memor y Stick option in the HOME menu

is not selectable if the unit is in VCR mode.

 For details on each operation item, refer to relevant

pages.

Overview (Continued)

Precautions

Handling the unit

When shipping the unit

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

When setting up the unit

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

To keep the surface clean

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

Cleaning the unit

To clean the cabinet

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

Notes on Discs

Handling discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc.Hold the disc by the edges so that finger pr ints will not get on the surface.Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

Storing discs

After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat, or leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight, as there may be a considerable temperature increase inside the car.

Cleaning discs

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

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

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INTRODUCTION

Front Panel

1. POWER (

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Switches the Recorder ON or OFF.

2. Disc T ray Insert a disc here.

3. PLAY/PAUSE (N/X) Starts playback. Pause playback or recording temporarily, press again to exit pause mode.

4. STOP (x) Stops playback or recording.

5. REC (z) Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

6. PROG. (V / v ) Scans up or down through memorized channels.

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

8. Z DVD Opens or close the disc tray.

9. Display window Shows the current status of the Recorder.

10.Remote Sensor Point the Recorder remote control here.

11.DVD/VCR Toggles control between the DVD deck and the VCR deck.

12.RES. Sets the output resolution for HDMI and COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks.

- HDMI: 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i

- COMPONENT: RGB 576i, Y Pb Pr 576i/ 576p

13.Cassette Compartment (VCR deck) Insert a video cassette here.

14.USB Port Connect an USB Memory Stick.

15.DV INPUT Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

16.AV3 IN (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.).

17.Z VCR Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.

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Remote Control Overview

POWER

Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

DVD

Select the Recorder’s function mode to

DVD.

VCR

Select the Recorder’s function mode to

VCR.

EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE

- Opens and closes the disc tray.

- Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.

0-9 numerical buttons

Selects numbered options in a menu.

CLEAR

- Removes a mark on the Marker Search menu.

- Reset tape counter to zero.

AV/INPUT

Changes the input to use for recording

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

AUDIO ( )

Selects an audio language (DVD) or an

audio channel (CD).

SUBTITLE ( )

Selects a subtitle language.

ZOOM

Enlarges DVD video image.

I.SKIP (INSTANT SKIP)

Skips 30 seconds forward on the disc

(about the length of a typical TV com-

mercial).

z REC

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set

the recording time.

REC MODE

Selects the recording mode:

XP, SP, LP, EP or MLP.

DUBBING

Press to copy DVD to VCR (or VCR to

DVD).

TITLE

Displays the disc’s Title menu, if

available.

CHP. ADD

Inserts a chapter marker when playing/

recording a VR mode DVD-RW (and

DVD+RW/+R) disc.

TV/VCR

To view channels selected by the

recorder tuner or by the TV tuner.

Feature is not available.

TIMESHIFT

To play the title being recorded and

also currently being recorded

appears as PIP.

TV Control Buttons (See page 59)

POWER: Turns the TV on or off. AV/INPUT: Selects the TV’s source. PR/CH +/–: Selects TV’s channel. VOL +/–: Adjusts TV’s volume.

BACKWARD / FORWARD (m/M)

DVD:Search backward or forward.

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

SKIP (. / >)

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

PAUSE/STEP (X)

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

PLAY (N)

Starts playback.

STOP (x)

Stops playback or recording.

HOME

Accesses or removes the HOME menu.

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

Selects an option in the menu.

PR/CH TRK (+/-)

Select channel programme of the recorder.

- To adjust tracking.

- To control vertical tremble during picture

still.

DISC MENU/LIST

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

ENTER

Acknowledges menu selection.

DISPLAY

Accesses On-Screen Display.

RETURN (O)

- Removes the menu.

- Displays the menu of a video CD with PBC.

PLAY MODE

Accesses the play mode function (Repeat, Repeat A-B).

MARKER

Marks any point during playback.

Displays Marker Search menu.

THUMBNAIL

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

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Rear Panel

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

ANTENNA IN

Connect the aerial to this terminal.

COAXIAL (Digital audio output jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

AC Power Cord

Plug into the power source.

S-VIDEO OUTPUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

OPTICAL (Digital audio output jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

HDMI OUTPUT (Type A)

HDMI output providing a high quality

interface for digital audio and video.

ANTENNA OUT

Passes the signal from the ANTENNA IN jack to your TV/monitor

AV 1 SCART JACK

Connect to a TV with SCART jack.

AUDIO OUTPUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV with audio inputs.

COMPONENT OUTPUT (Y P

PR)

Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.

AV2 DECODER SCART JACK

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

Connections

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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.

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Do not connect the Recorder’s AUDIO OUTPUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system.

– Do not connect your Recorder via your VCR.

The DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection system.

Connecting to the Aerial

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

RF coaxial connection

Connect the ANTENNA OUT jack on the Recorder to the aerial input jack on the TV using the 75-ohm Coaxial Cable supplied (R).The ANTENNA OUT jack passes the signal through from the ANTENNA IN jack.

Connections to Your TV

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

SCART connection

Connect the AV1 scart jack on the Recorder to the corresponding jacks on the TV using the scart cable (T).

S-Video connection

Connect the S-VIDEO OUTPUT 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 OUTPUT 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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– Set the resolution to 576p using RES. button on the

unit front panel for progressive signal.

– Progressive scan does not work with the S-VIDEO

connection.

– If you are using the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks,

but are connecting the unit to a standard (analog) television, set the resolution to “576i”.

Caution

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

Audio (Left/Right) Connection

Connect the left and right AUDIO OUTPUT 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 OUTPUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system.

Aerial

ANTENNA

INPUT

Rear of TV

SCART INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

VIDEO INPUT

Rear of TV

VIDEO

INPUT

S-VIDEO

INPUT

COMPONENT INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

SCART INPUT

Rear of Recorder

S A T

Rear of Recorder

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Connections (Continued)

HDMI connection

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

Connect the HDMI OUTPUT jack on the recorder to the HDMI IN jack on an HDMI compatible TV or monitor (H).

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

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 If your TV is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz sam-

pling frequency, set the “Sampling Freq.” option to “48 kHz” on the setup menu (See page 24). 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 24).

 If your TV is not equipped with DTS decoder, set the

“DTS” options to “OFF” on the setup menu (See page

24).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.

When you use the HDMI connection, you can change the resolution (576i, 576p, 720p, or 1080i) for the HDMI output using RES. button on the front panel.

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 an 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)x576i, 720x576p, 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.

(Type A)

HDMI compatible TV

HDMI

Rear of the recorder

Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver

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

• Record any channel by selecting it on the cable box/satellite tuner.

Connect RF cables as shown. This enables you to watch and record TV channels.

Use the SCART cable to connect the AV1 connector to a SCART AV connector on your TV.

Use a SCART cable to connect the AV2 DECODER connector to a SCART AV connector on your satellite/cable box. This enables you to record scrambled TV channels.

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

Caution:

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

Connecting an external decoder box

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

Connect the cable from the aerial/cable TV outlet to the aerial input on your cable/satellite tuner.

Use a SCART cable to connect your decoder to your cable/satellite tuner. See the manual for your decoder box for more detailed instructions.

Use a SCART cable to connect the AV2 DECODER connector to a SCART AV connector on your satellite/cable box.

Use the SCART cable to connect the AV1 connector to a SCART AV connector on your TV.

Caution:

 Do not connect your decoder box directly to this

recorder.

 Information from the decoder (for example, relating to

pay TV ser vices), is only viewable when this recorder is off (in standby).

 For timer recording to work properly on this recorder,

the satellite/cable box must also be switched on during recording.

Connections (Continued)

Aerial/Cable TV Wall Jack

AERIAL

INPUT

Cable Box or Satellite Receiver

AERIAL OUTPUT

SCART AV1 SCART AV2

Rear of Recorder

Aerial/ Cable TV Wall Jack

Decoder

Cable Box or Satellite Receiver

AERIAL

INPUT

OUTPUT

SCART AV

SCART AV1 SCART AV2

Rear of Recorder

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Connections (Continued)

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 OUTPUT jacks on the Recorder to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A).

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

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

You will need to activate the recorder’s digital output. (See “Audio Settings”on page 24).

Digital Multi-channel sound

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

Caution:

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

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If the audio format of the digital output does not match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all.

– Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via digital con-

nection 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 double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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

Rear of Recorder

OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

COAXIAL

AUDIO INPUTDIGITAL INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

Connections (Continued)

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

Connect the input jacks (AV IN 3) on the recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using audio/video cables.

Connecting a Digital Camcorder

Using the front panel DV IN jack, it is possible to connect a DV digital camcorder or video deck or DVD-R/RW recorder and digitally transfer DV tapes or DVD-R/RW discs to DVD-R/RW.

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

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 This jack is for connection to DV equipment only. It is

not compatible with digital satellite tuners or D-VHS video decks.

 Do not disconnect the DV cable while recording a

contents of the connected digital camcorder.

AUDIO

OUTPUT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT

DV Digital Camcorder

IN/OUT

Front of Recorder

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Before Operation

Auto Set Up

After the POWER is pressed for the first time to turn on the unit or after resetting the unit, the Initial Setup Wizard function sets the language, tuner channels and clock automatically.

Select a language for the Setup menu and onscreen display. Use v / V to select a language

then press ENTER.

Please check your antenna connections. Press ENTER to move next step.

Use v / V to select a countr y then press B.

Press ENTER to begin the channel search.

Use v / V to select the Clock Set option then press ENTER.

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Auto : When Channel auto search is completed

the actual Time and Date are also set automatically. (See “Auto Clock Set” on page 22)

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Manual

Enter the necessary information for 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. Press ENTER to confirm your setting.

Press ENTER to exit the Setup menu.

Using the Home Menu

From the Home Menu screen you can access certain functions.

Press HOME.

The Home menu appears. The unit will be in tuner mode always when the Home menu appears.

Use b / B to select the desired option.

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Setup

Start: Displays the Setup menu.

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- Auto Ch. Scan: Link to the Auto Programming. (on page 19 to 20)

- PR Edit: Link to the Program Edit. (page 20)

- Timer Record: See page 43.

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Movie: Plays back the movie of the VCR or DISC.

Or Displays Movie menu.

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Photo

- Disc: Displays Photo List menu for disc.

- USB: Displays Photo List menu for USB Memory Stick.

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Music

- Disc: Displays Music List menu for disc.

- USB: Displays Music List menu for USB Memory Stick.

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Easy Menu

- Dubbing: Copys the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape (and vice versa). Use b / B to select a mode and use v / V to select “OK”.

Disc Manager: See “Disc Settings” on page 27 to 29.

- Rec. Mode: See “Recording Settings” on page 26 to 27.

- DV Input: Changes to DV Input mode.

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

Press HOME to exit the Home menu.

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The Movie, Photo and Music menus are only enable when there are the Movie, Photo and Music contents.

General Settings

Auto Programming

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

Preparation:

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Connect the Recorder to the desired type of aerial, as shown in ‘Connecting to the Aerial’on page 14.

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