LG XBR616 User Manual

RC185M_NA1ULZ_ENG_52R

Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty

Model Number | XBR616 | DVD Recorder/Video Cassette Recorder

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

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

CAUTION:

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

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

CAUTION:

This product employs a Laser System.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center.

Performing controls, adjustments, or carrying out procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

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

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

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.

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or

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

REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the product and receiver.

•Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is: Marketed and Distributed by LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., 1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Phone: 1-201-816-2000.

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.

1. Read these instructions. - All these safety and

operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating

and use instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product

and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow all instructions. - All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water. – For

example: near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and other areas located near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth. – Unplug this product

from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners.

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

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

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

9. D

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

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

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

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

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

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

14.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

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

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

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

INTRODUCTION

About the Symbol Display . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . .7

Recommended Recordable DVD Discs . . . . .7

Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Restrictions on video Recording . . . . . . . . . .9

What is ‘CPRM’? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Notice for Progressive Scan Use . . . . . . . . . .9

About the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

HOOKUP AND SETTINGS

Connecting an Antenna or Cable TV . . . . . .13

Connections to your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Connection to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V)

Connections to Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Connecting a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . . .16

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

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

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

General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-20

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

Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21

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

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

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

General Explanation of On-Screen Display .24

Displaying Information While Watching TV . .24

Displaying Disc Information on-screen . . . . .24

PLAYBACK

Playing a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Playing a DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

VCR Playback Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

DVD Playback Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27-28

Special Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA files

. . . .30

Viewing JPEG files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31-32

RECORDING

About DVD Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Notes for Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-36

Dubbing from DVD to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Dubbing from VCR to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Recording from External Components . . . . .38

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Recording from DV Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

EDITING

Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview .40

VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing . . . .41

Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Changing Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Making a New Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the

Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/

Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

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

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

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

Divide One Titles Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . .46

Overwriting Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Viewing Title List menu displayed on other

DVD Recorders or Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD

Players (Finalizing a Disc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

REFERENCE

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied

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

Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Area Codes List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50-52

Reset the Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53-54

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

About the Symbol Display

“ ” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function is not permitted by this unit or specific media.

Symbol Used in this Manual

Note: Indicates special notes and operating fea-

tures.

Tip: Indicates tips and hints for making the task

easier.

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

All DVD discs listed below.

DVD-RW with VR recording mode

DVD-RW with Video recording mode DVD+RW disc DVD-R disc DVD+R disc DVD-Video disc

Audio CDs 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

ACD

DVD

-R

+RW

-RW

Video

-RW

DVD ALL

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.

Recordable and Playable Discs

DVD-RW (DVD - ReWritable)

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

same Disc.

[VR mode]

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

[Video mode]

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

DVD-R (DVD - Recordable)

 These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD-R, you cannot record on it or edit it.  DVD-R discs can be only formatted to Video mode.  Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)  Limited editing features

DVD+RW (DVD+ ReWritable)

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

same Disc.

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

DVD+R (DVD + Recordable)

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

more.

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

chapter mark, etc.)

 Limited title/chapter editing features.

Recommended Recordable DVD Discs

DVD-R

Mitsubishi (8x, 16x)

That’s (8x, 16x)

Verbatim (8x)

DVD+R

Mitsubishi (8x, 16x)

Ricoh (8x, 16x)

Verbatim (8x)

DVD-RW

Mitsubishi (4x)

Verbatim (4x)

JVC (4x)

Victor (4x)

Maxell (4x)

DVD+RW

Mitsubishi (4x)

SONY (4x)

Imation (4x)

Maxell (4x)

Ricoh (4x)

INTRODUCTION

Playable Discs

DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

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

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

CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, 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 pre-existing conditions (see above) to ensure compatible playback.

• Customers should note that permission is required in order to download MP3 / WMA files and music from the Internet. Our company has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the copyright owner.

Regional Code

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

Notes on Regional Codes

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

• If you try to play a DVD with a different regional code from the unit, the message “Incorrect region code. Can't play back.”

Restrictions on Video Recording

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

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

What is ‘CPRM’?

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

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

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

Notice for Progressive Scan Use

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

INTRODUCTION

About the Remote Control

Operation Range

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

Distance: About 23 ft (7 m) from the front of the

remote sensor.

Angle: About 30° in each direction of the front of

the remote sensor.

Battery installation

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the Remote Control, and insert two (R03/AAA) size batteries with 3 and # aligned correctly.

Do not mix old and new batteries and never mix different types of batteries such as standard, alkaline, etc.

a Disc Tray (DVD deck)

Insert a disc here.

b Z DVD

Opens or closes the disc tray.

c Cassette Compartment (VCR deck)

Insert a video cassette here.

d Z VCR

Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.

POWER

Switches the Recorder ON and OFF.

f N / X (PLAY / PAUSE)

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

g x (STOP)

Stops playback.

h z (REC)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

i CH (v/V)

Scans up or down through memorized channels.

j DUBBING

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

k Display window

Shows the current status of the Recorder.

Lights when a disc is in the DVD deck.

The DVD deck is selected.

Lights when recorder is in playing mode or flashes when search mode.

The VCR deck is selected.

Indicates when the recorder is in timer recording or a timer recording is programmed.

A VHS tape is inserted in the VCR deck.

The recorder is recording.

Indicates PM time. (AM is not displayed.)

Indicates that TV mode is active.

Indicates total playing time, elapsed time, remaining time or current deck status.

l Remote Sensor

Point the recorder Remote Control here.

m DVD/VCR

Toggles control between the DVD deck and the VCR deck.

n P/SCAN

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

o DV IN

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

p S-VIDEO

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

q VIDEO /AUDIO (Left/Right)

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

Front Panel

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INTRODUCTION

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POWER (1)

Turns Recorder ON and OFF.

DVD

Select the Recorder’s function mode to DVD.

VCR

Select the Recorder’s function mode to VCR.

EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE (Z)

- Opens and closes the disc tray.

- Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.

0-9 numerical buttons

Selects numbered options in a menu.

- Inputs channel numbers.

I.SKIP (INSTANT SKIP)

Skips 30 seconds forward during playback.

INPUT

Changes the input to use for recording (Tuner, AV1, AV2, or DV IN).

TV Control Buttons

See page 48.

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BACKWARD / FORWARD (m/M)

DVD: Search backward or forward.

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

SKIP (. / >)

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

PAUSE/STEP (X)

Pause playback or recording temporarily. Press repeatedly for frame-by-frame playback.

PLAY (N)

Starts playback.

STOP (x)

Stops playback or recording.

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HOME : Accesses or removes the HOME menu.

DISC MENU/LIST

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

CH/TRK(vv/VV)

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

bBvV(left/right/up/down)

Selects menu options.

ENTER ()

Confirms menu selections.

DISPLAY

Accesses On-Screen Display. Displays information of current status.

RETURN (O)

Removes the menu.

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AUDIO

Selects an audio language or an audio channel.

SUBTITLE

Selects a subtitle language.

ZOOM

Enlarges DVD video image.

CHP. ADD

Inserts a chapter marker when playing/ recording.

z REC

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

REC MODE

Selects the recording mode:

- DVD : SP, LP, EP or XP.

- VCR : SP or SLP.

TITLE

Displays the disc’s Title menu, if available.

THUMBNAIL

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

PLAY MODE

Selects play mode.

MARKER

Marks any point during playback.

Displays Marker Search menu.

CLEAR

Removes a mark on the Marker Search menu.

TV/VCR

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

DUBBING

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

Remote Control

a ANT. IN

Connect the antenna to this terminal.

b S-VIDEO OUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

c COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO

OUT (Y Pb Pr)

Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.

AUDIO OUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV or other equipment with audio inputs.

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

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

f OPTICAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

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Plug into the power source.

i RF. OUT

Connect to a TV with RF coaxial inputs.

j COAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

k AV OUT (VIDEO OUT / AUDIO OUT

(Left/Right))

Connect to a TV with video and audio inputs.

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Rear Panel

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

HOOKUP AND

SETTINGS

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

Notes:

• Make sure the Recorder is connected directly to the TV

and tune the TV to the correct video input channel.

•

Do not connect the Recorder’s AUDIO OUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system. Do not connect the Recorder via another VCR. The DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection system.

• The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio

may be distorted during playback. Position the units away from each other or turn off the unit after removing the disc.

Connecting an

Antenna

or Cable TV

Antenna:

Disconnect the antenna from the rear of the TV and identify the antenna cable. If it is a round 75 ohm coaxial cable connect it directly to the jack marked ANT. IN on your Recorder. If your antenna cable is flat connect it to a 300-ohm to 75-ohm antenna adaptor (not supplied) and slip the adaptor over the ANT. IN jack. Don’t attempt to screw it into to the Recorder.

Cable TV:

If your cable connection has no converter or descrambler, unscrew the cable from your TV and attach it to the ANT. IN jack on the Recorder. If a converter is required connect a coaxial cable from the wall jack to the IN connector on the converter, and a coaxial cable from the OUT connector on the converter to the ANT. IN on your Recorder. This cable hookup permits both TV and Recorder operation.

To view or record a CATV channel

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

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

3. Select a channel using the cable converter.

Notes:

• With this connection, you cannot record one program

while viewing another.

• If you are using a cable box to tune channels, it is not

necessary to do Auto Channel Set.

Hookup and Settings

Rear of Recorder

Antenna Antenna

OR OR

Connections to your TV

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

RF coaxial connection

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

How to set the Recorder’s RF output channel

1. When the Recorder is turned off, press and hold

CH (V/v) on the front panel for more than five seconds. [RF03] or [RF04] appears in the display window.

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

(RF03 or RF04).

3. Tune the TV to this channel.

Video connection

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

Note:

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

S-Video connection

Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the Recorder to the S-Video in jack on the TV uusing an optional S-Video cable (S).

Component Video / Progressive Scan connection

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

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

Notes:

• Set the resolution to 480p using P/SCAN button on the front panel for progressive signal.

• Progressive Scan does not work with the RF, Audio/Video or S-Video connections.

• If your TV does not accept the Progressive Scan format, the picture will appear scrambled.

Audio connection

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

Rear of Recorder

A1V

Rear of TV

COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN

VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

S-VIDEO 

INPUT

HOOKUP AND

SETTINGS

Connection to an

Amplifier

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

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

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

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

2. You will need to activate the Recorder ’s digital output. (See [Audio Settings] on page 20).

Digital Multi-channel sound

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

Notes:

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

•

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

• Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via digital connection can only be obtained if your receiver is equipped with a Digital Multi-channel decoder.

•To see the audio format of the current DVD in the onscreen display, press AUDIO.

• This Recorder does not perform internal (2 channel) decoding of a DTS sound track. To enjoy DTS multi channel surround, you must connect this Recorder to a DTS compatible receiver via one of this Recorder’s digital audio outputs.

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

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

Rear of Recorder

COAXIAL

DIGITAL INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

AUDIO INPUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

Accessory

Audio/V

ideo (A/V)

Connections to

Recorder

Connect the AV IN 1 or AV IN 2 jacks on the Recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using the optional audio/video cables. (Refer to page 38 for [Recording from External Components].)

Note:

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

Connecting a Digital

Camcorder

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

Note:

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

Rear of Recorder

Front of Recorder

DV Digital Camcorder

Front of Recorder

IN/OUT

HOOKUP AND

SETTINGS

Initial Setup W

izard

When POWER is pressed for the first time to turn the unit on, the Initial Setup Wizard function sets the Language, Channels and Clock.

1. Use v / V to select a language for the Setup menu and information display and then press ENTER.

2. Check your antenna connections. Press B to move next step.

3. Press ENTER to begin the channel search.

4. Select [Auto] or [Manual] Clock Set option then press ENTER.

Auto

1. Use v / V to choose your Time Zone

manually.

2. Use B to choose the [Daylight Savings]

option. Use v / V to choose Auto, ON, or OFF.

3. Press ENTER to confirm your setting.

Manual

1. 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

current cursor position.

2. Press ENTER to confirm your setting.

5. Press ENTER to complete the Setup Wizard.

Note:

You can reset the Initial Setup Wizard from the [Factory Set] in the setup menu.(see page 20).

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