LG RH277H-P1L Owner’s Manual

HDD/DVD RECORDER

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL: RH277H

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

RH277H_SL_NA9SSL_ENG

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

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

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

dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain.

Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer.

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

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

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.

This product is manufactured to comply with the EEC DIRECTIVE 89/336/EEC, 93/68/EEC and 73/23/EEC.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

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

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL

Introduction

Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9

About the symbol display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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

Availability of copying or moving feature . . . . . . .6

About the internal hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Using an USB Memory Stick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Hookup and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-23

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Connecting to the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Connections to Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

HDMI connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

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

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections . .14-15

Auto Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-19

Auto Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Program Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Auto Clock Set / Manual Clock Set . . . . . . .18

TV Aspect / AV2 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Video Output Format / Power Save Mode . .18

Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Display Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

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

Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Sampling Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

DRC (Dynamic Range Control) . . . . . . . . . .19

Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

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

Rating / Set Password / Area Code . . . . . . .20

DivX Registration Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Record Mode Set / Record Aspect . . . . . . . .21

DV Recording Audio / TV Recording Audio .21

Auto Chapter / MPEG4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

AV2 Recording / Timeshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Disc Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Disc Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Finalize / Disc Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Disc Protect / PBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

General Explanation of On-Screen Display . . . .23

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-34

General Playback Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-27

Playing a DivX Movie File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file . . . . . . .29

Program Playback with Audio CD and

MP3/WMA file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

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

Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX file . . . . . .33-34

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-41

About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

About HDD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Timeshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Checking Timer Recording Details . . . . . . . . . .39

Recording from an External Input . . . . . . . . . . .39

Recording from DV Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Simultaneous recording and playback . . . . . . . .41

Playback another title during recording . . . .41

Time Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

MPEG4 Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-49

Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview . . . .42

HDD, VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing . . .43

Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Changing the Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Making a New Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist .44 Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter . . .45

Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Sorting the Title List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Combining Two Titles Into One . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Divide One Title Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . .48

Additional functions for the recordable

DVD discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Hide a Chapter/Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Protect a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50-52

Before Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Dubbing from HDD to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Dubbing from DVD to HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

One Touch Copy (HDD to DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . .52

One Touch Copy (DVD to HDD) . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53-58

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Viewing Title List menu displayed on other

DVD Recorders or Players . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD

Players (Finalizing a Disc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-57

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Introduction

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

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

About the Symbol Display

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

Symbol Used in this Manual

Note:

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Tip:

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

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

Titles recorded on the HDD

All DVD discs listed below.

DVD-RAM disc

DVD-RW with VR recording mode

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

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

Notes on Discs

Handling Discs

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

Storing Discs

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

Cleaning Discs

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

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

JPEG

WMA

MP3

DivX

ACD

VCD

DVD

-R

+RW

-RW

Video

-RW

RAM

DVD ALL

HDD

Moisture Condensation

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

Introduction

Recordable and Playable Discs

DVD-RW (Digital Video Disc - ReWritable):

 DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording.  These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again

on the same Disc.

[VR mode]

 Recordings can be extensively edited  Playable only on VR mode compatible players (after finalization)

[Video mode]

 Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)  Limited editing features

DVD-R (Digital Video Disc - Recordable)

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

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

DVD-RAM (DVD - Random Access Memory)

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

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

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

DVD+RW (Digital Video Disc + ReWritable)

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

on the same Disc.

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

DVD+R (Digital Video Disc + Recordable)

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

it any more.

 Playable on DVD+R compatible players (after finalization)  Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R compatible players. (Hide, chapter combine,

added chapter mark, etc.)

 Limited title/chapter editing features.

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

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

edit it any more.

 Storage space is nearly doubled with double layer DVD+R media, allowing consumers to record up

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

 Playable on DVD+R DL compatible players (after finalization)  Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R DL compatible players. (Hide, chapter

combine, added chapter mark, etc.)

 Limited title/chapter editing features.

Recommended recordable DVD discs

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

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

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

SONY (16x) SONY (16x) JVC (4x) Verbatim (2.4x) - -

--Victor (4x) Ricoh (2.4x, 4x) - -

--Maxell (4x) - - -

Playable Discs

DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

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

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

Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

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

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

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

Notes:

 Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) disc itself, some

CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) discs cannot be played on the unit.

 Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the labeled side or the recorded side) of a disc.  Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart-shaped or octagonal). Doing so may result in malfunctions.  Depending on the recording software & the finalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW or DVD±R/RW) may

not be playable.

 DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD Recorder

may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensation on the Recorder’s lens.

 If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is recorded in a compatible format, there are cases

in which it may not play because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check with the software publisher for more detailed information.)

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

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

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

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

Regional Code

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

Notes on Regional Codes

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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.

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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.

Availability of copying or moving feature

From To MP3/WMA JPEG DivX Audio CD Video CD Title*

HDD DISC No No No No No Yes HDD USB Memory No No No No No No

DISC HDD Yes Yes Yes No No Yes DISC USB Memory No No No No No No

USB Memory HDD Yes Yes Yes No No No USB Memory DISC No No No No No No

*1 The title is recorded from this unit.

Introduction

About the internal hard disk drive

The internal hard disk drive (HDD) is a fragile piece of equipment. Please use the recorder following the guidelines below to protect against possible HDD failure. We recommend that you back up your important recordings onto DVD discs in order to protect against accidental loss.

 Do not move the recorder while it is on.  Install and use the recorder on a stable, level

surface.

 Do not block the rear vent/cooling fan.  Do not use the recorder in excessively hot or humid

places, or in places that may be subject to sudden changes in temperature. Sudden changes in temperature can cause condensation to form inside the recorder. This can be a cause of HDD failure.

 While the recorder is switched on, do not unplug

from the wall socket or switch the electricity off from the breaker switch.

 Do not move the recorder immediately after

switching it off. If you need to move the recorder, please follow the steps below:

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

2. Unplug from the wall socket.

3. Move the recorder.

 If there’s a power failure while the recorder is on

there is a chance that some data on the HDD will be lost.

 The HDD is very delicate. If used improperly or in

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

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

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.

Notes:

 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.

 The USB Memory Sticks which require additional

program installation when you have connected it to a computer are not supported.

 This unit is compatible with the Flash type USB

Memory Stick that supports USB 1.1.

 This unit may not supports some USB Memory

Stick.



Do not extract the USB Memory Stick in operating (play, copy, etc.). It may cause a malfunction of this unit.

Using the USB Memory Stick

1. Insert an USB Memory Stick.

2. Press HOME on the remote control.

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

4. Select [USB] then press ENTER. Details for the options are on page 16.

/ I (POWER button)

Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

b Disc Tray

Insert a disc here.

c Display window

Shows the current status of the recorder.

T/S: Indicates the timeshifting mode. REC: The recorder is recording. HDD: The recorder is HDD mode. DVD: The recorder is DVD mode. HDD bBDVD: The recorder is dubbing. TV: Indicates when the recorder is in TV tuner

mode.

: Indicates when the recorder is in timer

recording or a timer recording is programmed.

: Indicates clock, total playing

time, elapsed time, title number, chapter/track number, channel, etc.

d Remote Sensor

Point the recorder remote control here.

e OPEN/CLOSE (Z)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

f HDD/DVD

Set the recorder’s mode to HDD or DVD.

g RESOLUTION

Sets the output resolution for HDMI and COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks.

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

- COMPONENT: 576i, 576p

h N / X (PLAY / PAUSE)

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

i x (STOP)

Stops playback or recording.

j z (REC)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

k PROG. (V/v)

Scans up or down through memorized channels.

l USB Port

Connect an USB Memory Stick.

m DV IN

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

n AV IN 3 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right))

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

Front Panel

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POWER: Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

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

DVD: Selects the unit’s function mode to DVD.

HDD: Selects the unit’s function mode to HDD.

AV/INPUT: Changes the input to use for recording (Tuner, AV1-3, or DV IN).

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

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

PIP: Selects PIP function on or off. TV Control Buttons: See page

55.

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

SUBTITLE ( ): Selects a subtitle language.

CHP. ADD: Inserts a chapter marker when playing.

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

mode. TITLE: Displays the disc’s Title

menu, if available.

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

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

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

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

recording.

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HOME: Accesses or removes the HOME menu.

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

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

Selects an option in the menu.

ENTER ( ): Acknowledges menu selection.

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

DISPLAY: Accesses On-Screen Display.

RETURN (O): Removes the menu.

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

MARKER: Marks any point during playback.

SEARCH: Displays Marker Search menu.

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

ZOOM: Enlarges video image. REPEAT: Repeat chapter, track,

title, all.

A-B: Repeat sequence. THUMBNAIL: Selects a thumbnail

picture. TV/DVD: To view channels

selected by the recorder tuner or by the TV tuner.

Remote Control

Remote Control Operation

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

Caution

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

Remote Control Battery Installation

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

Connecting to the antenna

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

RF coaxial connection

Connect the ANTENNA OUT jack on the recorder to the antenna 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.

a ANTENNA IN

Connect the antenna to this terminal.

b COMPONENT OUTPUT (Y P

B PR)

Connect to a TV with Y P

B PR inputs.

c AV 2 DECODER SCART jack

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

d HDMI OUTPUT (Type A)

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

e Cooling fan f AC Power Cord

Plug into the power source.

g ANTENNA OUT

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

h OPTICAL (Digital audio output jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

i COAXIAL (Digital audio output jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

j S-VIDEO OUTPUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

k AUDIO OUTPUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV with audio inputs.

l AV 1 SCART jack

Connect to a TV with SCART jack.

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Rear Panel

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Aerial

ANTENNA

INPUT

SCART INPUT

Rear of TV

AUDIO INPUT

VIDEO INPUT

Rear of the recorder

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Settings

Connections to Your TV

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

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When using the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks, set the Video Output Format option in the setup menu to YP

BPR. When using the SCART jack, set the

Video Output Format option in the setup menu to RGB.

Tips

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

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

Caution

– Make sure the recorder is connected directly to the

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

– Do not connect the recorder’s AUDIO 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.

SCART connection

Connect the AV1 SCART jack on the recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using the scart cable

(T).

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.

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 P

B 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 for progressive signal.

Note:

Progressive scan does not work with the S-VIDEO connection.

Caution

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

Rear of TV

S-VIDEO

INPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

SCART INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

Rear of the recorder

HDMI connection

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

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

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

Notes:

 If your TV is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz

sampling frequency, set the [Sampling Freq.] option to [48 kHz] on the setup menu (See page 19). 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 19).

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

the [DTS] options to [OFF] on the setup menu (See page 19). To enjoy DTS multi channel surround, you must connect this recorder to a DTS compatible receiver via one of this recorder’s digital audio outputs.

 The arrow on the cable connector body should face

up for correct alignment with the connector on the recorder.

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

the HDMI cable.

Tip :

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

Caution

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

About HDMI

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

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

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

Additional Information for HDMI

 When you connect 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.

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

Rear of the recorder

HDMI

HDMI compatible TV

(Type A)

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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)

1. 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.

2. You will need to activate the recorder’s digital output. (See “Audio Settings” on page 19).

Digital Multi-channel sound

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

Caution:

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

Notes:

– If the audio format of the digital output does not

match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all.

– Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via digital

connection can only be obtained if your receiver is equipped with a Digital Multi-channel decoder.

–To see the audio format of the current DVD in the

on-screen display, press AUDIO.

– This recorder does not perform internal (2 channel)

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

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

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

Rear of the recorder

O X

OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

COAXIAL

AUDIO INPUTDIGITAL INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections

Connecting a PAY-TV/Canal Plus Decoder

You can watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes if you connect a decoder (not supplied) to the recorder. Disconnect the recorder’s mains lead from the mains when connecting the decoder.

To watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes, set [AV2 Connection] option to [Decoder] (see page

18) and set the program’s [Decoder On/Off] option to [On] on the Setup menu (page 17).

Tip:

You do not need to turn on the recorder to view the signals from the connected tuner on your TV.

Note:

If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will not be able to view the signals from the connected decoder.

Connecting to the AV2 DECODER jack

Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the AV2 DECODER jack of this recorder.

To watch or record the source from AV2 DECODER jack, set [AV2 Connection] option to [Others] (see page 18) and set [AV2 Recording] option to [Auto], [CVBS] or [RGB] as required (see page 21).

Tip:

You do not need to turn on the recorder to view the signals from the connected tuner on your TV.

Notes:

 Pictures containing copy protection signals that

prohibit any copying cannot be recorded.

 If you pass the recorder signals via the VCR, you

may not receive a clear image on your TV screen. Be sure to connect your VCR to the recorder and your TV in the order shown below. To watch video tapes, watch the tapes through a second line input on your TV.

 When you record to a VCR from this recorder, do

not switch the input source to TV by pressing the TV/DVD button on the remote.

 If you are using a B Sky B tuner, be sure to connect

the tuner’s VCR SCART jack to the AV2 DECODER jack.

 If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will

not be able to view the signals from the connected VCR or tuner.

VCR RECORDER

Line input 1

Line input 2

PAY-TV/Canal Plus Decorder

SCART AV

VCR, Cable Box, or

Satellite Tuner, etc.

Rear of the recorder

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Settings

Connecting to the AV IN 3 Jacks

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 and digitally transfer DV tapes to DVD.

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

Note:

 This jack is for connection to DV digital camcorder

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

 Disconnecting the DV cable while recording a

contents of the connected digital camcorder may result in malfunction.

Auto Setup

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

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

then press ENTER.

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

3. 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 18.)

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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.

4. Use v / V to select a country and press B button then press ENTER while [Start] option is selected. The tuner will automatically cycle through all available channels in the area and place them in the tuner’s memory.

5. Press ENTER to finish the setup.

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

AUDIO

OUTPUT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

Front of

the recorder

DV Digital Camcorder

IN/OUT

Front of the recorder

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 to display the Home Menu screen.

2. Use the b / B buttons to select a main option you want. Sub options appears.

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

4. To exit the HOME menu, press HOME.

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TV HDD: Returns to live TV viewing in HDD mode. Pressing the HDD button on the remote control will also allow you to directly choose this option.

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TV DVD: Returns to live TV viewing in DVD mode. Pressing the DVD button on the remote control will also allow you to directly choose this option.

MOVIE

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HDD: Displays the Title List menu for HDD. (page 42)

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HDD DivX: Displays the [Movie List] menu for HDD. (page 28)

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DISC:

Displays Title List menu for recordable disc. (page 42)

Displays [Movie List] menu for DivX disc. (page 28)

-Plays Video CD or DVD-Video disc (page 24-27).

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USB: Displays [Movie List] menu for the USB Memory Stick.

(page 28)

PHOTO (See page 31)

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HDD: Displays [Photo List] menu for HDD.

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DISC: Displays [Photo List] menu for disc.

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USB: Displays [Photo List] menu for the USB Memory Stick.

MUSIC (See page 29)

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HDD: Displays [Music List] menu for HDD.

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DISC: Displays [Music List] (or Audio CD) menu for disc.

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USB: Displays [Music List] menu for the USB Memory Stick.

Easy Menu (See page 16)

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SETUP: Displays Setup menu.

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Timer Record: Displays Timer Record menu.

Initial Settings

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

General Operation

1. Select the SETUP option in the HOME menu. The setup menu appears.

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

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

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

5. Press B to move to the third level.

6. Use v / V to select the desired setting then press ENTER to confirm your selection. Some items require additional steps.

7. Press RETURN to exit the Setup menu.

Note:

Press b to go back to the previous level.

General Settings

Auto Programming

This recorder is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 88 TV channels.

Preparation:

 Connect the recorder to the desired type of

antenna, as shown in Connecting to the Antenna on page 10.

1. Select the [Auto Programming] option.

2. Press B to move to the third level. [Country] option is highlighted.

3. Use v / V to select a country then press B. [Start] icon is highlighted. If your country is not listed, select [Others]

4. Press ENTER to begin the channel search. The tuner will automatically cycle through all available channels in the area and place them in the tuner’s memory.

Note:

If you skip the Auto Setup menu and access the Setup menu for the first time, you can only set the [Auto Programming] option. You can set the other options after finishing [Auto Programming].

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General Settings (Continued)

Program Edit

You can edit a channel manually (add, delete, name, move, etc.).

1. Select [Program Edit] option then press B.

2. Press ENTER while [Edit] is selected. The Program List menu appears.

3. Use v / V to select a PR number then press ENTER.

4. Use v / V to select the program option then press ENTER.

 [Program Edit] Sets the channel manually. See

“Program Edit” on the right.

 [Station Rename] Changes the station name.

The display for entering characters appears. To enter characters, see page 46. Names can be up to 5 characters long.

 [Move] Sorts the programme positions on the

Program List. Press v / V to move the selected programme position to a new location.

 [Delete] Disables a programme position you do

not need.

 [Decoder On/Off] Sets the channels for the

decoder. You need this setting to watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes. Press ENTER so [Decoder] appears on the display. Press ENTER again to turn off the setting.

 [NICAM Auto/off] Sets the channels for the

NICAM broadcast. Normally, [NICAM] is lit on the display. If the sound from NICAM broadcast is not clear, press ENTER so [NICAM] disappears.

5. Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit Program List menu.

Program Edit

You can perform a search to select and store TV channels manually. When you select [Program Edit] in step 4 above, the display for setting channels appears.

1. Use b / B to select the item and press v / V to change the setting.

 [PR] indicates the selected programme position.  [Seek] Searches for a channel automatically.

Searching stops when the recorder tunes in a channel.

 [Ch.] Changes the channel number.  [MFT] Fine tunes the channel to obtain a clearer

picture.

 [PAL/SECAM] Changes TV signal system (PAL

or SECAM).

2. Choose OK then press ENTER to confirm the setting and returns to the Program List menu.

AV1 Decoder

Sets the AV1 scart jack for inputting encoded video signals.

1. Press AV/INPUT while the Program List menu

appears.

2. Press ENTER so [Canal+] appears on the display.

Press ENTER again to turn off the setting.

 Off: Inputs the signals from the AV1 scart jack.

Normally select this.

 On: The encoded video signal input from the

AV1 scart jack is output to the AV2 DECODER jack for decoding. The decoded signal is then input back through the AV2 DECODER jack so you can record or view PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes.

General Settings (Continued)

Auto Clock Set

When Channel auto search is completed the actual Time and Date are also set automatically. If the time in the recorder display is not correct, the clock must be set manually.

1. Select [Clock set] option then press B.

2. Use v / V to select [Auto] option then press ENTER.

Note:

There are cases where the TV station does not send, or sends wrong date and/or time information and the recorder sets the incorrect time. If this happens, we recommend that you set the clock manually.

Manual Clock Set

1. Select [Clock set] option then press B.

2. Use v / V to select [Manual] option then press ENTER.

3. 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.

4. Press ENTER to confirm your setting.

TV Aspect

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

 [4:3 Letter Box] Select this when connecting to a 4:3

screen TV. Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen.

 [4:3 Pan Scan] Select this when connecting to a 4:3

screen TV. Automatically displays a wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.

 [16:9 Wide] Select this when connecting to a wide-

screen TV or TV with a wide mode function.

AV2 Connection

You can connect a decoder or other device to the AV2 DECODER jack on the back.

 [Decoder] Select [Decoder] if you connect the

recorder’s AV2 DECODER jack to a PAY-TV or Canal Plus decoder.

 [Others] Select [Others] if you connect the

recorder’s AV2 DECODER jack to a VCR or similar recording device.

Video Output Format

Select the Video output format option according ro the connection type of this unit

 [YPBP

R] When your TV is connected with the

COMPONENT OUTPUT jack on this unit.

 [RGB] When your TV is connected with the

SCART(RGB signal) jack on this unit.

Power Save Mode

You can set up the unit into an economic power save mode. Nothing is displayed in the display window when the unit is turned off.

 [OFF] Power Save Mode is not active.  [ON] Power Save Mode is active.

Notes:

 The encoded television signals (CANAL+ or

PREMIERE) are not decoded in the Power Save Mode.

 The Power Save Mode is not available in the

standby mode for the timer recording and when power off of the unit after receiving the encoded television signals (CANAL+ or PREMIERE).

Initialization

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

 [Factory Set] If you need to, you can reset the

recorder to all its factory settings. Some options cannot be reset. (Rating, Password, and Area Code)

 [HDD format] Initializes the HDD (Hard Disk Drive):

everything recorded on the HDD will be erased.

1. Select [Initialize] option then press B.

2. Press v / V to select the desired option then press ENTER. The confirm message will appear.

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

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Language Settings

Display Menu

Select a language for the Setup menu and on-screen display.

Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle

 [Original] Refers to the original language in which

the disc was recorded.

 [Other] To select another language, press number

buttons then ENTER to enter the corresponding 4-digit number according to the language code list in the reference chapter (see page 54). If you enter the wrong language code, press CLEAR.

 [Off] (for Disc Subtitle) : Turn off Subtitle.

Audio Settings

Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the recorder’s Audio Output according to the type of audio system you use.

Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG

 [Bitstream]: Select “Bitstream” if you connect the

recorder’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder.

 [PCM] (for Dolby Digital / MPEG): Select when

connected to a two-channel digital stereo amplifier. DVDs encoded in Dolby Digital or MPEG will be automatically downmixed to two-channel PCM audio.

 [Off] (for DTS): If you select “Off”, the DTS signal is

not output through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack.

Sampling Frequency

If your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select [48 kHz]. 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 receiver or amplifier is capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select [96 kHz]. When this choice is made, this unit will pass each type of signal through without any further processing.

DRC (Dynamic Range Control)

With the DVD format, you can hear a program’s soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic presentation possible, thanks to digital audio technology. However, you may wish to compress the dynamic range of the audio output (the difference between the loudest sounds and the quietest ones). Then, you may listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. Set DRC to [ON] for this effect.

Vocal

Set Vocal to [ON] only when a multi-channel karaoke DVD is playing. The karaoke channels on the disc will mix into normal stereo sound.

Lock (Parental Control) Settings

Rating

Blocks playback of rated DVDs based on their content. Not all discs are rated.

1. Select [Rating] option then press B.

2. To access the Rating, Password and Area Code features, you must input the 4-digit security code you created. If you have not yet entered a security code you are prompted to do so. Input a 4-digit code and press ENTER. Enter it again and press ENTER to verify. If you make a mistake before pressing ENTER, press CLEAR.

3. Select a rating using the v / V buttons. [1] - [8]: Rating one (1) has the most restrictions

and rating eight (8) is the least restrictive. [No Limit]: If you select [No Limit], parental control

is not active and the disc plays in full.

4. Press ENTER to confirm your rating selection.

Note:

If you set a rating for the recorder, all disc scenes with the same rating or lower are played. Higher rated scenes are not played unless an alternate scene is available on the disc. The alternative must have the same rating or a lower one. If no suitable alternative is found, playback stops. You must enter the 4-digit password or change the rating level in order to play the disc.

Set Password

1. Select [Set Password] option then press B.

2. Follow step 2 as shown “Rating”. To change the password, select the [Change], press ENTER and input the new 4-digit code then press ENTER. Input it again to verify. To delete the password, select [Delete] then press ENTER.

If you forget your 4-digit code

If you forget your password, to clear the current password, follow the procedure below.

1. Display Setup menu then select an 1 level icon.

2. Use the Number buttons to enter the 6-digit

number “210499”.

3. Select [Yes] then press ENTER. The 4-digit

password is cleared. Enter a new code.

Area Code

Enter the code of an area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, referring to the list (See “Area Codes”, page 54.).

1. Select [Area Code] option then press B.

2. Follow step 2 as shown “Rating”.

3. Select the first character using the v / V buttons.

4. Shift the cursor using B buttons and select the second character using v / V buttons.

5. Press ENTER to confirm your area code selection.

DivX Registration Code

We provide you the DivX® VOD (Video On Demand) registration code that allows you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX® VOD service. For more information, visit www.divx.com/vod.

1. Select [DivX Reg. Code] option then press B.

2. Press ENTER while [View] is selected and the registration code will appear.

3. Use the registration code to purchase or rent the videos from Divx® VOD service at www.divx.com/vod. Follow the instructions and download the video onto a disc for playback on this unit.

Note:

All the downloaded videos from DivX® VOD can only be played back on this unit.

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Settings

Recording Settings

Record Mode Set

You can set the picture quality for recording; XP (Excellent Play), SP (Standard Play), LP (Long Play), EP (Extended Play), MLP (Maximum Long Play)

 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

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

 EP – Low video quality, gives about 6 hours 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).

Note:

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

Record Aspect

When DVD recording, you can set the recording aspect ratio to suit the material you’re recording (16:9 or 4:3).

DV Recording Audio

You need to set this if you have a camcorder using 32kHz/12-bit sound connected to the front panel DV IN jack. Some digital camcorders have two stereo tracks for audio. One is recorded at the time of shooting; the other is for overdubbing after shooting. On the Audio 1 setting, the sound that was recorded while shooting is used. On the Audio 2 setting, the overdubbed sound is used.

TV Recording Audio

When TV recording with bilingual, you can choose audio channel to record. [Main+Sub] Main language and Sub language [Main] Main language only [Sub] Sub language only

Auto Chapter

When DVD recording, chapter markers are put in specified setting. You can change this interval to 5 minutes, 10 minutes or 15 minutes. If you select [None], switch off automatic chapter marking altogether with the [None] setting.

MPEG4

When HDD recording, you can set the video recording format to MPEG2 or MPEG4. If you want to record a video with MPEG4 format, select [ON]. When this choice is made, this unit will record the video with MPEG4 format on the HDD. [OFF] For MPEG2 recording in HDD mode [ON] For MPEG4 recording in HDD mode

AV2 Recording

You can select the type of the signal when recording video input signal from the device connected to the AV2 DECODER socket. [Auto] The video input signal will automatically follow the video signal received. [CVBS] Only for recording CVBS input signal. [RGB] Only for recording RGB input signal.

Timeshift

Set this option to [ON] make this unit to use the Timeshift function automatically without pressing the TIMESHIFT button. The Timeshift function will start automatically about 10 seconds after the TV tuner mode is start. If you want to use this function manually, see “Timeshift” on page 36. [ON] Use Timeshift function automatically. [OFF] Use Timeshift function manually.

Disc Settings

Disc Format

If you load a completely blank disc, the recorder will initialize the disc.

DVD-R: The recorder initialize the disc to Video mode. The recording mode will always be Video mode.

DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD+R(

DL)/

DVD-RAM: The

Initialize menu will appears. Select [OK] then press

ENTER. DVD-RW disc is initialized to Video mode. Also, you can reformat the DVD-RW/DVD+RW/ DVD-RAM from the Setup menu as below.

1. Select [Disc Format] option then press B.

2. Press ENTER while [Start] is selected.

Format Disc menu appears.

3. Use b / B to select a desired mode (VR Mode or

Video Mode) then press ENTER. Confirm message will appear. For DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs, go to step 4.

4. Use b / B to select [OK] then press ENTER.

It takes a few moments to initialize the disc.

Caution If you want to change the disc format, everything recorded on the disc will be erased.

Finalize

Finalizing ‘fixes’ the recordings in place so that the disc can be played on a regular DVD player or computer equipped with a suitable DVD-ROM drive. Finalizing a disc creates a menu screen for navigating the disc. This is accessed by pressing MENU/LIST or TITLE.

Caution

 Once you have finalized a DVD-R and DVD+R disc,

you cannot edit or record anything else on that disc.

 You can record and edit a DVD-RW disc by

choosing [Unfinalize] option.

 You can edit or record on the DVD+RW disc even

after finalizing.

1. Select [Finalize] option then press B.

2. Press ENTER while [Finalize] is selected. Finalize menu appears.

3. Select [OK] then press ENTER. The recorder starts finalizing the disc.

Note:



How long finalization takes depends on the type of disc, how much is recorded on the disc, and the number of titles on the disc.

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DVD+R DL disc can take up to 30 minutes to finalize.

Tips

 If you load a DVD-RW that has already been

finalized, you can ‘Unfinalize’ it by choosing Unfinalize from the Finalize menu. After doing this, you can edit and re-record onto the disc.

 You cannot unfinalize a DVD-R and DVD+R disc.  If [Disc Protect] option is set to [ON], the finalize is

not available. To finalize, set [Disc Protect] option to [OFF].

Disc Label

Use this to enter a name for the disc. This name appears when you load the disc and when you display disc information on-screen.

 The disc name can be up to 32 characters long.  For discs formatted on a different recorder, you will

see only a limited character set.

1. Select [Disc Label] option then press B.

2. Press ENTER while [Edit] is selected. Keyboard menu appears. To enter characters, see page 46.

Disc Protect

When recording in DVD-RAM / DVD+RW / +R disc or VR mode formatted DVD-RW disc, set to [ON] to prevent accidental recording, editing or deleting of the disc loaded. If you need to unlock the disc to make edits, select [OFF].

PBC

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

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

available.

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

CDs.

Hookup and

Settings

General Explanation of On-Screen Display

This manual gives basic instructions for operating the recorder. Some DVDs require specific operation or allow only limited operation during playback. When this occurs, the symbol appears on the TV screen, indicating that the operation is not permitted by the recorder or is not available on the disc.

Displaying Information While Watching TV

During viewing the TV, press DISPLAY to display/remove the information displayed on-screen.

Displaying Disc Information on-screen

You can display various information about the disc loaded on-screen.

1. Press DISPLAY once to show current status.

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.

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[Title]: Current title (or track) number/total number of titles (or tracks) (page 24, 26)

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[Chapter]: Current chapter number/total number of chapters (page 24)

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[Time]: Elapsed playing time (page 26)

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[Audio]: Selected audio language (DVD VIDEO only) or audio channel (page 25)

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[Subtitle]: Selected subtitle (page 25)

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[Angle]: Selected angle/total number of angles (page 26)

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[Sound]: Selected sound mode (page 27)

Note:

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

Indicates disc name and format.

Indicates the record mode,

free space, and elapsed

time progress bar.

Indicates channel number, station name, and

audio signal (STEREO, BILINGUAL, MONO)

received by the tuner.

Indicates current date and time.

Playback

General Playback Features

1. Load your chosen disc in the tray, with the playback side down.

2. Starts playback using HOME menu (see page 16).

3. To stop the playback, press STOP (x). The unit records the stopped point, depending on the disc. “Xx” appears on the screen briefly. Press PLAY (N) to resume playback (from the scene point). If you press STOP (x) again or unload the disc (“x” appears on the screen.), the unit will clear the stopped point.

4. Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to remove the disc. Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to close disc tray or press POWER (1), the disc tray closes automatically and unit turns off.

Note:

If Parental Control is set and the disc is not within the Rating settings (not authorized), the 4-digit code must be entered and/or the disc must be authorized (see “Rating”, on page 20).

Buttons Operations

OPEN / CLOSE (Z) Opens or closes the disc tray. PAUSE/STEP (X) During playback, press PAUSE/STEP (X) to pause

playback. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame.

Tip:

You can advance or back up the picture frame-by-frame by pressing b / B repeatedly during PAUSE mode. The picture frame-by-frame in reverse is not available for Video CD.

SKIP (. / >) During playback, press SKIP (. or >) to go to the next

chapter/track or to return to the beginning of the current chapter/track. Press SKIP . twice briefly to step back to the previous chapter/track.

Tips:

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To go directly to any chapter during DVD playback, press DISPLAY twice and press v / V to select the chapter icon. Then, input the chapter number or use b / B.

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On an Audio CD, to go directly to any track, enter the track number using the numbered buttons (0-9) during playback.

SCAN (m / M) During playback, press SCAN (m or M) repeatedly to

select the required scan speed. HDD, DVD; 5 steps DivX; 4 steps Video CD, Audio CD; 3 steps

While the playback is paused, press SCAN (m or M) repeatedly to play in slow motion. HDD, DVD; 4 steps Video CD; 3 steps (Forward only)

ZOOM During playback or pause mode, press ZOOM to enlarge

the video image. (x1 size → x2 size → x4 size → x1 size (normal size) You can move through the zoomed picture using bBvV buttons.

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General Playback Features (Continued)

Buttons Operations

REPEAT During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select a

desired repeat mode. HDD (Title/Off) DVD, Video mode DVD-R/RW (Chapter/Title/Off) VR mode DVD-RW, DVD+R/RW, DVD-RAM (Chapter/Title/All/Off) Video CD, Audio CD (Track/All/Off) MP3/WMA (Track/Folder/Off)

Notes:

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On a Video CD with PBC, you must set PBC to [OFF] in the Setup menu to use the Repeat function. See page 22.



If you press SKIP (>) once during Repeat Chapter (Track) playback, the repeat playback cancels.

A-B During playback, each press of A-B button to select point A

and point B and repeats a sequence from point A (Starting point) to point B (End point). Press A-B to stop A-B repeat.

Note:

You cannot select a sequence less than 5 seconds.

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

on the screen. Otherwise, the disc menu may appears.

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.

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

different audio language, audio track or encoding method.

Note:

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 13 for connection details.

Press AUDIO then press b / B repeatedly during playback to hear a different audio channel (STEREO, LEFT or RIGHT).

With DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode and HDD that have both a main and a Bilingual audio channel, you can switch among Main (L), Sub (R), or Main+sub (L+R).

Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to hear a different audio channel (STEREO, LEFT or RIGHT).

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If a menu screen is displayed

The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a DVD or Video CD which contains a menu.

Use the b / B / v / V buttons to select the title/chapter you want to view, then press ENTER to start playback. Press TITLE or MENU/LIST to return to the menu screen.

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Use the number buttons to select the track you want to view. Press RETURN (O) to return to the menu screen.



Menu setting and the exact operating procedures for using the menu may differ depending on the disc. Follow the instructions on the each menu screen. You may also set PBC to [OFF] under Setup menu (see page 22).

Moving to another TITLE

When a disc has more than one title, you can move to another title as follows:



Press DISPLAY twice during playback then use v / V to select the title icon. Then, press the appropriate numbered button (0-9) or b / B to

select a title number.

Time Search

To start playing at any chosen time on the disc:

1. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The time search box shows the elapsed playing time.

2. Press v / V to select the time clock icon and “0:00:00” appears.

3. Input the required start time in hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right. If you enter the wrong numbers, press b

B to move the under bar (_) to the wrong number. Then enter the correct numbers.

4. Press ENTER to confirm. Playback starts from the selected time.

Marker Search

To enter a Marker

You can start playback from up to six memorized points. To enter a marker, press MARKER at the desired point on the disc. The Marker icon appears on the TV screen briefly. Repeat to enter up to six markers.

To Recall or Clear a Marked Scene

1. During disc playback, press SEARCH. The marker search menu appears on the screen.

2. Use b / B / v / V to select a marked scene that you want to recall or clear.

3. Press ENTER and playback starts from the marked scene.

Press CLEAR and the confirm message will appear. Select [OK] and press ENTER to erase the scene from the marker search menu.

Camera Angle

If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle during playback.

1. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The OnScreen Display appears on the TV screen.

2. Use v / V to select the Angle icon in the OnScreen Display.

3. Use b / B to select a desired angle. The number of the current angle appears on the TV screen.

Tip:

The ANGLE indicator will blink on the TV screen at scenes recorded at different angles to indicate that angle switching is possible.

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3D Surround

This unit can produce a 3D Surround effect, which simulates multi-channel audio playback from two conventional stereo speakers, instead of the five or more speakers normally required to listen to multichannel audio from a home theater system.

1. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The OnScreen Display appears on the TV screen.

2. Use v / V to select the Sound icon in the OnScreen Display.

3. Use b / B to select “3D SUR”. To turn off the 3D Surround effect, select “NORMAL”.

Instant Skip

Press B repeatedly during playback to skip forward 15 seconds.

In HDD playback or Timeshift mode, each press b / B skips forward or reverse 5 minutes.

Notes:

If the remaining playback time of current HDD title is less than 5 minutes (15 seconds for DVD title), this function will not be operated.

Last Condition Memory

This recorder memorizes the user settings for the last disc that you have viewed. Settings remain in memory even if you remove the disc from the recorder or switch off the recorder. If you load a disc that had its settings memorized, the latest stop position is automatically recalled.

Notes:

 Settings are stored in memory for use any time.  This recorder does not memorize settings of a disc,

if you press STOP twice or switch off the recorder before commencing to play it.

PIP (Picture in Picture)

This function enables you to view the stored stations in sub picture during playback.

On and off

Press PIP to switch on the sub picture, press this button again to switch it off.

Input mode selection for sub picture

Press AV/INPUT to select the input mode for the sub picture. Each time this button is pressed, each input mode for the sub picture is displayed as shown below. Tuner

→

AV1→AV2→AV3

Program selection for sub picture

Use PR/CH (+/-) to change the program when sub picture’s input is set to tuner. The selected program number is displayed on the TV screen. You can view the selected program by pressing STOP (x).

Sub picture position change

Press b / B repeatedly until desired position is achieved. The sub picture moves clockwise or counterclockwise.

Zoom Sub picture

Press ZOOM repeatedly to enlarge the sub picture, the magnification level increases up to three steps.

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Playing a DivX Movie File

The recorder can play DivX files. Before playing DivX files, read “DivX file requirement” on right.

Note

This recorder cannot play back the DivX file(s) in the USB Memory Stick. The DivX file in the USB Memory Stick can only be copied to HDD.

1. Press HOME then select [MOVIE] option.

2. Select a media that contains DivX file(s) then press ENTER. The [Movie List] menu appears on the TV screen.

3. Press v / V / b / B to select a folder, and press ENTER. A list of files in the folder appears. If you are in a file list and want to return to the Folder

list, use the v / V / b / B buttons on the remote to highlight and press ENTER.

4. If you want to view a particular file, press v / V / b / B to highlight a file and press PLAY (N).

You can use variable playback functions. Refer to pages 24-27.

5. Press STOP to stop the playback. The [Movie List] menu appears.

 To exit the menu screen, press HOME and

select [TV DVD] or [TV HDD] option then press ENTER.

Notice for displaying the DivX subtitle

If the subtitle does not display properly, please follow the steps below.

1. Press PAUSE/STEP when the subtitle appears.

2. Press and hold SUBTITLE about 3 seconds. The language code will appear.

3. Press b / B to select another language code until the subtitle is displayed properly.

4. Press PLAY (N) to continue playback.

Notes:

The DivX subtitle file name has to be identified with the DivX file name to display by this unit.

Movie List menu options

1. Press v / V / b / B to select a folder/file on the [Movie List] menu then press ENTER. [Movie List] menu options appear. The menu options displayed differ depending on the selected media.

2. Press v / V / b / B to select an option, and press ENTER.

 [Play] Start playback the selected title.  [Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in the

folder appears.

 [Delete] Deletes the file(s) or folder(s) from the

media.

 [Rename] Edits the file name. (page 33)  [Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder or

media. (page 34)

 [Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder or

media. (page 34)

DivX file requirement

Available resolution size: 720x576 (W x H) pixel DivX file extensions: “.avi”, “.divx” Playable DivX subtitle: “.smi”, “.srt”,

“.sub (Micro DVD format only)”, “.txt (Micro DVD format only)”

Playable Codec format: “DIV3”, “MP43”, “DIVX”, “DX50”

Playable Audio format: “AC3”, “PCM”, “MP2”, “MP3”, “WMA”

 Sampling frequency:

within 8 - 48 kHz (MP3), within 32 - 48kHz (WMA)

 Bit rate:

within 8 - 320kbps (MP3), within 32 - 192kbps (WMA)

CD-R Format: ISO 9660 and JOLIET. DVD±R/RW Format: ISO 9660 (UDF Bridge format) Maximum Files/Disc: Less than 1999 (total number

of files and folders)

Notes on DivX format

 If the number of the screen frame is over 29.97

frames per second, this unit may not operate normally.

 If the video and audio structure of DivX file is not

interleaved, returns to the menu screen.

 If there is impossible code to express in the DivX

file name, it may be displayed as “_” mark.

 If the file is encoded with GMC, the unit supports

only 1-point of the record level. *

GMC? GMC is the acronym for Global Motion Compensation. It is an encoding tool specified in MPEG4 standard. Some MPEG4 encoders, like DivX, have this option. There are different levels of GMC encoding, usually called 1-point, 2-point, or 3-point GMC.

Playback

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file

The recorder can play audio CDs and MP3/WMA files. Before playing MP3/WMA files, read “MP3/WMA audio file requirement” on right.

1. Press HOME. The HOME menu appears.

2. Select [MUSIC] option.

3. Select a media that contains MP3/WMA or audio title then press ENTER. The [Music List] menu appears on the TV screen.

4. Use v/V to select a track then press PLAY (N). Playback starts. You can use variable playback functions. Refer to pages 24-27.

Tips:

 Press DISPLAY to view ID3-Tag information for

the MP3 file. If ID3-Tag information is not present, [ID3-Tag: None] will appear. If you select a folder, the number of subfolders and number of MP3/WMA files in the folder are displayed. Press DISPLAY again to remove the information screen.

 If you want to move to the upper directory, use

the v / V to highlight and press ENTER.

 You also display HOME menu to select another

media by pressing HOME.

 To exit the menu screen, press HOME and

select [TV DVD] or [TV HDD] option then press ENTER.

5. To stop playback at any time, press STOP.

Tip:

You can create new folder. Select [New Album] option on the Music-HDD menu then press ENTER. “NONAME##” folder is created.

Audio CD and Music menu options

1. Press v / V to select a folder/file on the Audio CD or Music menu then press ENTER. The menu options appear. The menu options displayed differ depending on the selected media.

2. Press v / V / b / B to select an option, and press ENTER.

 [Play] Start playback the selected title.  [Random] Start or stop random playback.  [Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in the

folder appears

 [Delete] Deletes the file(s) from the media.  [Rename] Edits the file name. (page 33)  [Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder or

media. (page 34)

 [Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder or

media. (page 34)

 [Program Add] Adds the track(s) to Program List.

(page 30)

Random

1. Press v / V to select a file then press ENTER. The menu options appear.

2. Press v / V to select [Random] option then press ENTER. The unit automatically begins random playback and “RANDOM” appears on the menu screen.

3. To return to normal playback, select [Random] option again then press ENTER.

Tip:

By pressing SKIP > during Random playback, the unit selects another track and resumes Random playback.

MP3/WMA audio file requirement

File extensions

“.mp3”, “.wma”.

Sampling frequency:

within 8 - 48 kHz (MP3), within 32 - 48kHz (WMA)

Bit rate:

within 8 - 320kbps (MP3), within 32 - 192kbps (WMA)

CD-R Format:

ISO 9660 and JOLIET.

DVD±R/RW Format:

ISO 9660 (UDF Bridge format)

Maximum Files/Disc:

Less than 1999 (total number of files and folders)

Program Playback with Audio CD and MP3/WMA file

Program Playback enables you to make custom playlists of Audio CD or MP3/WMA tracks. Programs can contain up to 99 Audio CD tracks or 256 MP3/WMA files.

1. Use v / V to select a track/file (or folder) on the Audio CD or Music menu. You can select all MP3/WMA files and folders on the Music menu by pressing CLEAR button. To cancel the selections, press CLEAR again.

Selecting multiple files/tracks (folders)

1. Press MARKER.

A check mark appears on the file/track or folder. Press MARKER again to cancel the marked file/track or folder.

2. Repeat step 1 to mark additional file/track

(folders).

2. Press ENTER. The options appear on the left side of the menu.

3. Use v / V to select the [Program Add] option then press ENTER.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 to mark additional tracks.

Note:

If you select a folder for Programmed Playback, all tracks/files in the folder are added to the Program List.

5. Use B to move to the Program list. The programmed track you selected last is highlighted on the program list.

6. Use v / V to select the track you want to start playing.

7. Press PLAY (N) to start. Playback stops after playing the last programmed track in the program list.

8. To exit Program Playback and resume normal playback, select a track on the List and press PLAY (N).

Tip:

You can access or remove the Program List screen by pressing MENU/LIST.

Program List menu options

1. Press v / V to select a track/file on the Program List then press ENTER. The menu options appear.

2. Use v / V to select an option then press ENTER to confirm your selection.

 [Play] Playback begins in the order in which you

programmed the tracks from the selected track.

 [Random] Start or stop random playback.  [Delete] Deletes the track(s) from the Program

List menu.

 [Move] Moves the track(s) to change the

program order.

 [Save] Memorizes the program list. (HDD only)

Repeat Programmed Tracks

Press REPEAT to select the desired Repeat mode.

 [TRACK] Repeats the current track.  [ALL] Repeats all tracks on the Program List.  [OFF] Cancels Repeat mode (no display).

Erasing a Track from the Program List

1. Select the track you wish to erase from the Program List. Use MARKER button to select multiple tracks.

2. Press ENTER. The menu options appears

3. Select [Delete] option then press ENTER.

Changing Track Order in the Program List

1. Select the track you wish to move on the Program List. Use MARKER button to select multiple tracks.

2. Press ENTER. The menu options appears

3. Select [Move] option then press ENTER.

4. Use v / V to move the yellow bar to the desired location, then press ENTER.

Save Your Program List (HDD only)

This recorder memorizes the user program list that you have programmed.

1. Select a track on the Program List. The menu options appear.

2. Select [Save] option then press ENTER. The Program List is saved in the HDD’s PROGRAM folder.

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