LG RC897T User Manual

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

DVD RECORDER/ VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL:

RC897T

Call us and we will

guide you through your

first recording, for free.

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

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

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

WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a 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 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 product employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center. Performing controls, adjustments, or carrying out procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

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

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain. Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer. Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance. To disconnect power from the unit, unplug the unit from the outlet. When installing the product, ensure that the plug is easily accessible.

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

REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment 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 equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment 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: 1-201-816-2000.

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

IMPORT

ANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

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

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 apparatus.

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 the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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

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

Copyrights

 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 tech-

nology 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 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 DVD+VCR RECORDER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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

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

Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7

Recommended recordable DVD discs . . . . . . . .6

Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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

Connecting an Antenna or Cable TV . . . . . . . . . .8

Connections to your TV (Composite) . . . . . . . . .9

Connections to your TV (HDMI) . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Connections to your TV (Component) . . . . . . .11

Connections to your TV (S-Video) . . . . . . . . . . .12

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied

Multi-brand Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Connection to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to

Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Connecting a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Connecting the IR control cable

. . . . . . . . . . . .16

Initial Setup Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Channel Selection with Channel List menu . . .19 General Explanation of On-Screen Display . . .20

Displaying Information While Watching TV . . . .20

Displaying Disc Information on-screen . . . . . . .20

Playing a DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

DVD Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23

Special Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA files

. . . . . .25

Viewing a JPEG files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-27

Playing a MPEG4 Movie File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Notes for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Recording time and picture quality

. . . . . . . . . . . .29

Restrictions on video recording . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

AV1 Timer Recording using Set-Top

Channel option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Recording from External Components . . . . . . .33

Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview . . . .34

VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing . . . . . . .35

Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Changing the Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Making a New Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the

Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter . .37

Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Hide a Chapter/Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Protect a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Divide One Titles Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . .40

Overwriting Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Viewing Title List menu displayed on other

DVD Recorders or Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD

Players (Finalizing a Disc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Playing a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

VCR Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

VCR recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

AV1 Timer Recording using Set-Top

Channel option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Recording from External Components . . . . . . .47

Dubbing from DVD to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Dubbing from VCR to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Recording from DV Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Lock (Parental Control) Settings . . . . . . . . .53-55

Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-57

Disc Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Using an USB Flash Drive

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Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Area Codes List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

DVD Audio/Subtitle Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-67

Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69-70

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71-72

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73-74

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rear Cover

INTRODUCTION

TTable of contents

able of contents

CONNECTION AND SETTING

TV VIEWING

DVD PLAYBACK

DVD RECORDING

DVD EDITING

REFERENCE

VCR PLAYBACK

VCR RECORDING

SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS

DUBBING

INTRODUCTION

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

Symbol Used in this Manual

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

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

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

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.

Caution

Tip

Note

Introduction

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.

Icon Meaning

All DVD discs listed below.

DVD-RW with VR recording mode

DVD-RW with Video recording mode

DVD-RAM disc

DVD+RW disc

DVD-R disc

DVD+R (DL) disc

DVD-Video disc

Audio CDs

MP3 files

WMA files

JPEG files

Video Tape

MPEG4 files

MPEG4

VCR

JPEG

WMA

MP3

ACD

DVD

-R

+RW

RAM

-RW

Video

-RW

DVD ALL

Recordable and Playable Discs

Recommended recordable DVD discs

*1 Erasing titles only frees up disc space if you erase the last title. *2 Erasing titles or chapters frees up disc space. *3 Erasing titles or chapters does not free up disc space. *4 "Finalize" is activated only if there is some edited information on the disc (like Hide, Manual Chapter Making…). *5 Some edited informations are playable on DVD+RW compatible players only after finalization. *6 Some edited informations may not be compatible on DVD+R compatible players. (Hide, chapter combine, added chapter mark, etc.) *7 This function cannot operate on special chapters.( first chapter, If two chapters created by erasing a part from an original title, If two chapters created from different titles, If two chapters created by moving an order from an original title, etc..)

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

Recommended Mitsubishi(8x,16x) Mitsubishi(4x) Mitsubishi(3x) Mitsubishi(8,16x)

Mitsubishi(2.4x, 8x)

Mitsubishi(4x)

discs Verbatim(8x,16x) Verbatim(4x) Maxell(5x) Verbatim(8x,16x) HP(4x)

JVC(4x) Verbatim(4x)

Maxell(4x) Ricoh(4x)

Disc Logo

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RAM

-RW

Video

-RW

+RW

-R

Formatting (new discs)

Automatically formatted

Automatically formatted in Video Mode.

Automatically formatted

Manual format in VR mode using "Setup"

Automatically formatted in Video Mode.

Automatically formatted in VR Mode.

Compatibility with other DVD Players (finalizing)

Playable on DVD+R compatible players. (Finalization necessary)

Playable on most DVD Players (Finalization necessary)

Playable on DVD+RW compatible players.(Finalization recommended*5)

Playable only on VR mode compatible players(Finalization unnecessary)

Playable on most DVD Players (Finalization necessary)

Playable only on DVD-RAM compatible players. (Finalization unnecessary)

Disc Type

DVD+R

DVD+R DL

DVD-R Video Mode

DVD+RW

VR Mode

DVD-RW

Video Mode

DVD-RAM VR Mode

Auto

Chapter

Yes

Re-writable

(Initialization)

Yes

Recording Features

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 “ ”.

Notes on Regional Codes

 Most DVD discs have a globe with one or more numbers in it clearly visible on the cover. This number must

match your unit’s regional code or the disc cannot play.

 If you try to play a DVD with a different regional code from the unit, the message “Incorrect region code. Can’t

play back” appears on the TV screen.

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INTRODUCTION

Playable Discs

 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.

Notes

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JPEG

MPEG4

WMA

MP3

ACD

DVD

Characteristics

DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

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

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

CD-R/CD-RW/DVD discs that contain audio titles, MP3, WMA or MPEG4, JPEG files.

Disc Type

DVD VIDEO

AUDIO CD

DATA DISC

Finalize

Yes

Yes*4

Yes

Unfinalize

Yes

Bilingual

Recording

Yes

Manual Chapter

Making

Yes*6

Yes

Edit Title

Name

Yes

Delete

Title

Yes*3

Yes*1

Yes*2

Yes*1

Yes*2

Delete

Chapter

Yes*2

Divide

Title

Yes

A-B Delete

(Delete part)

Yes

Combine

Chapter

Yes *6

Yes

Yes *7

Playlist

Yes

Hide/Show

Title

Yes*6

Yes

Hide/Show

Chapter

Yes*6

Yes

Protect

Title

Yes

Protect

Disc

Yes

Editing Features

Recording Features

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

 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 OUTPUT 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.

Connecting an

Antenna or Cable TV

Antenna

Connect the Terrestrial TV antenna to the ANTENNA IN jack on the unit. If your antenna cable is flat wire type, use a 300-ohm to 75-ohm antenna adapter.

Cable TV

If a cable box is required for reception the cable channels, connect a coaxial cable from the wall jack to the IN connector on the cable box and a coaxial cable from the OUT connector on the cable box to the ANT. IN on the recorder.

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.

 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.

Notes

Connection and Setting

Rear of Recorder

Antenna

CONNECTION

AND SETTING

Connections to your TV (Composite)

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

RF coaxial connection

Connect the ANTENNA OUT jack on the Recorder to the antenna in jack on the TV using the supplied 75-ohm Coaxial Cable (R).

This model do not have RF modulated output function RF CH3, or CH4. You cannot watch this recorder with TV tuner.

Video connection

Connect the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the Recorder to the video in jack on the TV using the video cable supplied (V).

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

Audio connection

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

Note

Rear of Recorder

White RedYellow

Rear of TV

A1V

White RedYellow

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

1. Connect the HDMI OUTPUT jack on the recorder to

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

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

manual).

 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 53). 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 53).

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

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

53). 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 HDMI connection, you can change the resolution

(480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i or 1080p) for the

HDMI output using RES. button on the front panel.

 Changing the resolution when the recorder is con-

nected with HDMI connector may result in malfunctions. To solve the problem, turn off the recorder and then turn it on again.

 If your TV does not accept your resolution setting,

abnormal picture appears on the screen. Please read TV’s owner’s manual then set the resolution that your TV can accept.

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, 1920x1080i or 1920x1080p 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.

 For best performance, directly connect the HDMI

output to an HDMI input on your TV. If connecting to some device other than a TV or monitor, such as a home theater receiver with an HDMI input, check the following to make sure the HDMI signal will be received correctly:

- Check the operating instructions of the connected device to make sure that the HDMI input of the device complies with HDMI-HDCP specifications.

- Check that the HDMI setup menu of any non-display device is set to “pass-through” so that HDMI signals received are not changed in any way (such as changing the video or audio format).

Caution

Tip

Notes

(Type A)

Connections to your TV (HDMI)

HDMI compatible TV

HDMI

CONNECTION

AND SETTING

Connections to your TV (Component)

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

RF coaxial connection

Connect the ANTENNA OUT jack on the Recorder to the antenna in jack on the TV using the supplied 75-ohm Coaxial Cable (R).

Component Video connection

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

Connect the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks on the Recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using an optional Y P

B PR cable (C).

 Set the resolution to 480p using RES. button on the front panel for progressive signal.  Progressive Scan does not work with the RF, Video or S-Video connections.  If your TV does not accept the Progressive Scan format, the picture will appear scrambled.

Audio connection

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

Notes

Rear of TV

COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN

VIDEO INPUT

Green Blue Red

White Red

AUDIO INPUT

A2C

White Red

Green Blue Red

Rear of Recorder

Connections to your TV (S-V

ideo)

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

RF coaxial connection

Connect the ANTENNA OUT jack on the Recorder to the antenna in jack on the TV using the supplied 75-ohm Coaxial Cable (R).

S-Video connection

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

Audio connection

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

Rear of TV

S-VIDEO 

INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

White Red

Rear of Recorder

CONNECTION

AND SETTING

Controlling

Controlling YY

our TV with the

Supplied Multi-brand Remote

Control

You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of your LG TV with the supplied Multi-brand Remote Control. You can control your TV using the buttons below.

By pressing You can

POWER Turn the TV on or off. INPUT Switch the TV’s input source

between the TV and other input sources.

CH +/– Scans up or down through

memorized channels.

VOL +/– Adjust the volume of the TV.

Depending on the unit being connected, you may not be able to control your TV using some of the buttons.

Controlling other TVs with the Multi-brand Remote Control

You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of non-LG TVs as well. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer code.

1. While holding down TV POWER (

) button, press

the number buttons to select the manufacturer code for your TV (Refer to table on the right column).

2. Release TV POWER (

) button.

Code numbers of controllable TVs

If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.

Manufacturer Code Number

LG / GoldStar 1 (Default), 2

Zenith 1, 3, 4

Samsung 6, 7

Sony 8, 9

Hitachi 4

 Depending on your TV, some or all buttons may not

function on the TV, even after entering the correct manufacturer code.

 If you enter a new code number, the code number previous-

ly entered will be erased.

 When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code

number you have set may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number again.

Notes

Note

INPUT

TV Control Buttons

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 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) 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 OUTPUT jacks (OPTICAL, COAXIAL) 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 53).

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 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.

 While viewing a digital channel, the 2 channel stereo audio is only output through the audio output jacks.  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

Caution

Rear of Recorder

White Red

OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

COAXIAL

DIGITAL INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

CONNECTION

AND SETTING

Accessory

Audio/V

ideo (A/V) Connections to

Recorder

Connect the INPUT 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 33 for [Recording from External Components].)

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.

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

video decks.

 Disconnecting the DV cable while recording a contents of the connected digital camcorder may result in mal-

function.

Notes

The Recorder sends commands to your connected SetTop Box to change the channels of it through the IR control cable when AV1 timer recording starts.

1. Connect the plug of the IR control cable to the IR

TRANSMITTER jack on the Recorder.

2. Find the Set-Top Box IR Sensor. Refer to “How to

find the IR sensor on the Set-Top Box” on right.

3. On the IR control cable, attach the adhesive tape

(included) to the flat surface just below of the IR Blaster on the IR control cable.

4. Place the IR Blaster in front of the IR sensor on

your Set-Top Box approximately one inch away from the remote sensor.

5. After connecting, make the necessary setting (page

56-57).

 If your Set-Top Box does not have Audio/Video Out

jacks, you cannot use the AV1 timer recording using this connection

 Important, for the Recorder to record programs

received through the Set-Top Box, the Set-Top box must remain turned on at all times.

 If your Set-Top Box has IR and RF control together,

set the control to IR on the Set-Top box to use this IR connection

 Do not connect an accessory other than the supplied

IR control cable to the IR TRANSMITTER jack.

 Do not cover the transmitter.  Not all Set-Top Box devices will work with this

Recorder.

 Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected Set-

Top Box as well.

Do not use RF coaxial cable to connect the Set-Top Box

Caution

Notes

ANTENNA OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO OUT

Front

Rear of Recorder

Cable Box, Satellite Box Digital Video Recorder or Other Set-Top Boxes

IR Control Cable

IR Blaster

Recommended Set-Top Box devices

 Cable Box: Motorola, Pioneer, Scientific Atlanta,

Sony

 Satellite Box: DirecTV, Echostar, Dish NetWork,

HTS, Hughes, JVC, Proscan, RCA, Sony

 Digital Video Recorder: Tivo, DirecTV,

Dish NetWork, Scientific Atlanta, Motorola, Hughes, Humax, Philips, Sony

How to find the IR sensor on the Set-Top Box

1. Turn off the Set-Top Box.

2. Hold the Remote Control of the Set-Top Box so that it touches the front of the device.

3. Slowly move the Remote Control across the front of the device while pressing POWER (11) button

On and Off. You must press and release the POWER (11) button each time you move the

Remote Control (holding down the button will not work).

4. When the cable box turns on, you have found the sensor. Remember the location of the sensor.

Yes

Connecting the IR control cable

CONNECTION

AND SETTING

Initial Setup W

izard

After the POWER (11) is pressed for the first time to turn on the unit, the Initial Setup Wizard function sets the Language, Channels and Clock step-by-step until the setup is complete.

1. Use v / V to select a language for the Setup menu

and information display then press ENTER (



Press RETURN (O)to skip the Initial Setup.

2. Check your antenna connections.

Press B to move next step.

Press b to go back to the previous level.

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

TV is for over-the-air antenna reception. CATV is for cable subscribers.

Press b to go back to the previous level.

4. Press ENTER (



) to begin the channel search.

You can skip the analog channel scanning by pressing B.

Press b to go back to the previous level.

5. Enter the necessary information for year, date and

time.

 b / B (left/right): Moves the cursor to the

previous or next column.

 v / V (up/down): Changes the setting at the cur-

rent cursor position. You can use numbered buttons to change the setting Press ENTER (



) to confirm your setting.

Press RETURN

(O)

to go back to the previous

level.

6. Press ENTER (



) to exit the menu.

Press b to go back to the previous level.

You can reset the Initial Setup Wizard from the [Factory Set] in the setup menu. (see page 51).

Note

POWER 1

b / B / v / V,

ENTER 

O RETURN

Using the Home Menu

From the Home Menu screen you can access all the Media for playback and recording of the recorder.

1. Press HOME

()

and the Home menu appears.

2. Use b / B to select the desired main option.

3. Use v / V to select the desired Sub option then

press ENTER (



) to confirm your selection.

4. To exit the HOME menu, press HOME

()

Setup

 Start: Displays Setup menu.

 Auto Ch. Scan: Displays [Auto Channel Set] menu.

(See page 50)

 Channel Edit: Displays Channel Edit setup menu.

(See page 50)

 Channel List: Displays the Channel List menu.

(See page 19)

 Timer Record: Displays [Timer Record] menu. (See

page 31, 45)

Movie

 VCR: Plays back Video tape. (page 42-43)

 DISC:

- Displays TITLE LIST menu for recordable disc (page 34)

- Plays back DVD-Video disc (page 21-23).

 USB: Displays [Movie List] menu for USB Flash

Drive.

Photo (See page 26-27)

 DISC: Displays [Photo List] menu for disc.

 USB: Displays [Photo List] menu for USB Flash

Drive.

Music (See page 25)

 DISC: Displays [Music List] menu for disc.

 USB: Displays [Music List] menu for USB Flash

Drive.

Easy Menu

 Dubbing: Displays [Dubbing] menu. (See page 48)

 Disc Manager: Displays Disc setup menu. (See

page 58)

 Rec. Mode: Displays Record Mode setup menu.

(See page 56)

 DV Input: Displays DV Input mode. (See page 49)

TV VIEWING

TV V

iewing

Channel Selection

You can select a channel as shown below.

 Number and – (dash) buttons

Use Number (0-9) and – (dash) buttons to select a channel directly.

- For example, to select digital channel number

27-1, press “2”, “7”, “-”, “1” and press ENTER (



)

- For example, to select analog channel number

27, press “2”, “7” and press ENTER (



 FAV. CH +/- button

Press FAV +/– to scroll through your favorite channels.

To set a favorite channel, use [Channel Edit] option in the Setup menu. (See page 50-51.)

 CH/TRK +/– buttons

Use CH/TRK +/– on the Remote Control or CH v/V on the front panel to cycle the recorder through the channels in memory.

Channel Selection with

Channel List menu

 Displaying Channel List and Changing

Channel

1. Press HOME

()

and the Home menu appears.

2. Select [TV] > [Channel List] and press ENTER

(



). The channel list menu will appear.

3. Select your desired channel using the v / V and

press ENTER (



) to change the channel.

 Switching Channel List

Four types of channel lists are provided for easy and quick channel searching. You can switch the channel lists to TV (CATV), DTV (CADTV), Favorite or ALL.

1. Press v to move the highlight position to top of

the channel list.

2. Press b / B to select a [TV (CATV)], [DTV

(CADTV)], [Favorite] or [ALL]. Selected channel list appears.

TV (CATV): Shows all analog TV channels.

DTV (CADTV): Shows all digital TV channels.\ Favorite: Shows favorite channels.

(favorite channel shows icon)

ALL: Shows all analog and digital channels.

FAV

Note

Number (0-9) and

– DASH buttons

FAV. CH +/- and

CH/TRK +/– buttons

General Explanation of

On-Screen Display

Some DVDs require specific operation or allow only limited operation during playback. When this occurs,

is displayed, action prohibited or not available.

Displaying Information While Watching TV

During viewing the TV, press DISPLAY to display/ remove the information displayed on-screen. The information will not be displayed during VCR recording.

a Indicates the disc format, free space, and elapsed

time progress bar.

b Indicates channel number, station name, and audio

signal by the tuner.

c Indicates program title, start time, end time, rating,

etc. (Digital channel only)

d Indicates audio language for digital channel or out-

put audio signal for analog channel (Stereo, Mono, SAP, etc.).

e Indicates current date and time.

You must set the clock on the setup menu to display the correct start time and end time of the program while viewing digital channel.

Channel Information Icon

(DTV caption icon) Indicates that the current channel contains the DTV caption. Press

SUBTITLE ( )

to select a DTV caption

language.

TV Aspect Indicates that the current channel is wide or 4:3 picture format.

(DTV Multiple Audio Icon)

Indicates that the current channel contains the DTV multiple audio languages. Press AUDIO to select an audio language.

Displaying Disc Information on-screen

You can display various information about the disc or tape loaded on-screen. Some items can be changed using the menu.

1. Press DISPLAY once to show current status.

Example: DVD-RW in VR mode

2. Press DISPLAY once again to show various

playback information. The items displayed differ depending on the disc type or playing status.

3. You can select an item by pressing v / V and

change or select the setting by pressing b / B. For details about each item, see the pages in parenthesis.

 [Title]: Current title (or track) number/total num-

ber of titles (or tracks) (page 22-23)

 [Chapter]: Current chapter number/total

number of chapters (page 22)

 [Time]: Elapsed playing time (page 24)  [Audio]: Selected audio language (DVD VIDEO

only) or audio channel (page 23)

 [Subtitle]: Selected subtitle (page 23)  [Angle]: Selected angle/total number of angles

(page 24)

 [Sound]: Selected sound mode (page 24)

If no button is pressed for 10 seconds, the on-screen display disappears.

Note

DVD PLAYBACK

Playing a DVD

1. Press DVD to control the DVD deck.

2. Press EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE (

) to open the disc tray. Load your chosen disc in the tray, with the playback

side down.

3. Press EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE (

) to close the tray. Playback starts automatically. If playback does not start,

press PLAY (NN) or Starts playback using HOME menu.

4. To stop the playback, press STOP (

The unit records the stopped point, depending on the disc. “

x” appears on the screen briefly. Press PLAY

(NN) to resume playback (from the scene point). If you press STOP (xx) again or unload the disc (“x” appears on the screen.), the unit will clear the stopped point.

5. Press EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE (

) to remove the disc.

Press EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE (ZZ) to close disc tray or press POWER (11), the disc tray closes automatically and unit turns off.

If parental control is set and the disc is not within the rating settings you must input the password. (See [Rating] on page 53).

Note

DVD Playback

POWER 1

DVD

EJECT OPEN/CLOSE Z

PLAY

STOP

DVD Playback Options

Buttons Operations

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

PAUSE (X) Pause playback.

Press repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame. You can also use b / B to step backward and forward while in

Pause mode.

BACKWARD (m) / FORWARD (M)

During playback, press repeatedly to select the required scan speed.

- DVD; 5 steps,

- MPEG4, Audio CD; 3 steps

In Pause mode, press BACKWARD (m) / FORWARD (M) for slow motion playback.

- DVD; 4 steps,

SKIP (. / >) Press SKIP (> or .) briefly during playback to select the

next chapter/track or to return to the beginning of the current chapter/track. Press SKIP (.) twice in quick successions to step back to the previous chapter/track.

 To go directly to any chapter/track during

playback, press DISPLAY twice and use v / V to select the chapter or track icon. Input the chapter/track number or

use b / B.

 On an Audio CD, to go directly to any track, enter the track

number using the numbered buttons (0-9) during playback.

Discs

All Discs

WMAMP3ACD

MPEG4DVD ALL

DVD ALL

MPEG4

ACDDVD ALL

MPEG4DVD ALL

EJECT OPEN/CLOSE Z

BACKWARD m

FORWARD M

PAUSE X

DISPLAY

AUDIO

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

SKIP . / >

DISC MENU/LIST

b / B / v / V, ENTER 

ZOOM

I.SKIP

TITLE

DVD PLAYBACK

DVD Playback Options (Continued)

Buttons Operations

ZOOM Enlarge the video image.

(x1 size → x2 size → x4 size → x1 size (normal size)) You can move through the zoomed picture using b / B /v / V buttons.

TITLE If the current DVD title has a menu, the title menu appears on

the screen. Otherwise, the disc menu may appears.

DISC MENU/LIST The disc menu appears on the screen.

SUBTITLE

()

During playback, press

SUBTITLE ( )

then press b / B

repeatedly to select a desired subtitle language.

I.SKIP Press repeatedly during playback to skip forward 30 seconds.

PLAY MODE Select a desired play mode while playback.

[A-]: Repeats a sequence between A (Start point) and B (End

point) during playback. Press ENTER (



) at your cho-

sen end point then the repeat sequence begins.

[CHAPTER]: Repeats the current chapter.

[TITLE]: Repeats the current title.

[ALL]: Repeats the all titles/tracks.

[Track]: Repeats the current track.

[Folder]: Repeats all the tracks on a folder of a disc.

[OFF]: Does not play repeatedly.

 If you press SKIP (>) once during Repeat Chapter

(Track) playback, the repeat playback cancels.

AUDIO ( ) Press AUDIO then press b / B repeatedly to hear a

different audio language, audio track or encoding method.

Some discs feature both Dolby Digital and DTS soundtracks. There is no analog audio output when DTS is selected. To listen to the DTS soundtrack, connect this recorder to a DTS decoder via one of the digital outputs. See page 14 for connection details.

Press AUDIO then press b / B repeatedly during playback to hear a different audio channel. With DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode that have both a main and a Bilingual audio channel, you can switch between Main (L+L), Bilingual (R+R), or a mix of both (L+R).

Note

Discs

DVD ALL

DVD

DVD ALL

WMAMP3

WMAMP3ACD

RAM-RW

ACD

DVD ALL

ACDDVD ALL

DVD ALL

DVD

+R+RWDVD

DVD ALL

+ 52 hidden pages