LiteOn DD-A110, DD-A110G, DD-A110X, DD-A200GX, DD-A110GX User Manual
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SIMPLY AMAZING !
DVD Recorder
*: DP-A100GX / 200GX, DD-A100 / 100G / 100X / 100GX, DD-A110 / 110G / 110X / 110GX, DD-A200GX
DP-A100/200 Series*
DD-A100/110/200 Series*
+R/+RW/-R/-RW
DVD
*For A200 series:
-This DVD recorder features resolution upscaling capability. With the built-in video scaler, it can enhance the source resolution to either
720p or 1080i, delivering improved, near high-definition image quality when connected to a TV via HDMI cable.
-The HDMI interface of this DVD recorder features HDCP technology for the purpose of content protection. Connecting the recorder to
a TV via an HDMI-to-DVI cable may lead to loss of signal if the TV is not DVI/HDCP-complaint.
*Please refer to Model Comparison Chart on the back cover for the features supported by each model.
Important Safety Instructions
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - Read the instructions carefully before using this product.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS -
Retain the instructions for
future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS - Observe warnings listed in the
manual.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - Follow the instructions
when using this product.
5. CLEAN -
Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
6. VENTILATION - Do not block any ventilation openings
of this product
7. MOISTURE - Do not use this product near water, and
be sure to prevent this product from being exposed to any
dripping or splashing.
8. HEAT -
Do not install this product near any heat sources,
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other devices
(including amplifier) which produce heat.
9. POLARIZATION -
Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the 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. POWER CORD - 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. ACCESSORIES/ATTACHMENTS -
Use only acces-
sories/attachments specified by the manufacturer.
12. USAGE -
Unplug this product during lightning storms or
when it is not used for long periods of time.
13. CART - Use only cart, stand, tripod bracket or table
specified by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
When a cart is used, operate carefully to prevent the
objects from tip-over.
14. SERVICING - Contact qualified personnel when servic
ing is needed. Servicing is required when this product has
been damaged in any way, for example, when the power
cord or plug is damaged; liquid has been spilled on the
product; objects have fallen into the product; the product
has been exposed to rain or moisture; the product does not
work normally; or the product has been dropped.
15. BATTERY - To prevent battery leakage which may result
in bodily injury, property damage or damage to the unit,
please follow the instructions listed below when using the
product’s remote control.
• Install
all batteries correctly, with + and - signs
matching the marks indicated.
• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and
alkaline, etc.)
• Remove batteries when the remote is not used for a
long time.
16. WASTE - This product may contain lead and mercury.
Disposal of these material may be regulated due to
environment considerations. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local authorities or
the Electronic Industries Alliances: www.eias.org
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operations.
Warnings, Cautions and Others
CAUTION!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE
COVER OF THIS UNIT. THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’ within the
product enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
constitute a risk of electric shock to humans.
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 appliance.
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.USE OF
CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCE
-
DURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE COVER
AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALI
-
FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT
DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO MOISTUREAND
ENSURE THAT OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES,
SHALL BE PLACED AWAY FROM THE APPARATUS.
CAUTION! – POWER button
Disconnect the main plug to shut the power off completely. The POWER
button in any position does not disconnect the main line. Power can be
controlled from the remote.
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system
is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development
Corporation.
VCR Plus+ system is protected by one or more issued United States
patents such as Pats. 5,307,173; 5,335,079; 4,908,713; 4,751,578; and
4,706,121
DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of
DivXNetworks, Inc. and are used under license.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. ‘Dolby’ and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
PRODUCTS WITH 525P/625P PROGRESSIVE SCAN
OUTPUTS NOTICE REQUIREMENTS
“CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELE
VISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY
CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE. IN CASE OF
525 OR 625 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOM
MENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STAN
DARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING
OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525P AND 625P DVD
PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.”
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2.
DANGER: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock
failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
3.
CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable
parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION!
• CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a CD Recorder
may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensa
-
tion on the player lens.
• Unfinalized CD-R/RW discs can be played, but not all time information
(playing time, etc.) will be displayed.
• Check the copyright laws in your country before recording from DVD
VIDEO, SVCD, Video CD, Audio CD, MP3 and JPEG discs. Recording of
copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws.
Legal Notices Regarding
Macrovision Property Rights
“U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; and
6,516,132.”
“This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected
by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized
by Macrovision.Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.”
CAUTION!
You may only use this DVD recorder to reproduce or copy materials for
which you own the copyright; or have obtained permission to copy from
the copyright owner; or you otherwise have a legal right to reproduce or
copy. Unless you own the copyright; or have obtained permission from
the copyright owner; or otherwise have a legal right to reproduce or copy,
you may be violating the law, including copyright law, and may be subject
to payment of damages and other remedies.
CAUTION!
You may not be able to record a program from TV or from
another device connected to this recorder, if the source material is copy-protected (e.g. set in ‘Copy-Once’ or ‘Copy-Never’
modes).
FCC Declaration of Conformity
Model number:
DP-A100GX / DP-A200GX /
DD-A100 / DD-A100G / DD-A100X / DD-A100GX /
DD-A110 / DD-A110G / DD-A110X / DD-A110GX /
DD-A200GX
Trade Name: LITEON
Responsible party:
LITE-ON (USA) International Inc. 42000 Christy Street, Fremont, CA 94538
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ....................... 2
Warnings, Cautions and Others .................... 3
Table of Contents
..................................... 4
Overview
• Disc Types Supported .............................. 6
• Media Files Formats Supported .................. 7
Connecting Up
• Knowing Your DVD Recorder ...................... 8
• Connecting up Your DVD Recorder .............11
• Connecting to External Devices ..................13
Getting Started
Introducing System Setup ..........................14
• Setting System Time via Auto Clock ............17
• Setting TV Channels ...............................18
• Setting HDMI ....................................... 18
• Setting Aspect Ratio ...............................19
• Setting Parental Control ...........................19
Advanced System Setup ............................ 20
• Using Channel Editor ..............................20
• Setting the VCR Plus+® System .................22
Easier Application & Access
Easy Guider ...........................................23
• Introducing Easy Guider ...........................23
• Using Easy Guider: Play ...........................23
• Using Easy Guider: Record .......................24
• Using Easy Guider: Timer Recordg .............24
• Using Easy Guider: Disc Tools ...................25
On-Screen Input Keypad ...........................27
• Introducing On-Screen Input Keypad ...........27
• Using On-Screen Input Keypad .................27
Recording
• Recording: Step by Step ..........................28
• Recording from TV ................................. 29
• Recording from External Devices ................29
• One-Touch Recording .............................29
• Inserting Chapter Mark during Recording ......30
Timer Recording
• Introducing Timer Record Menu .................31
• Setting Timer Program(Date/Time Mode) ......32
• Setting Timer Program(VCR Plus+® Mode) ....33
• Notice for Timer Recording .......................33
Playback
• Playback: Step by Step ...........................34
• Programmed Playback for Audio CD ...........34
• Playing Picture File .................................34
• Introducing Navigation Menu .....................35
Digital Video Support
MPEG-4 ...............................................38
• Supported Formats ................................38
• Playing MPEG-4 Files ............................38
• Subtitle of MPEG-4 Files .........................38
DivX® VOD ............................................39
• Step 1: Applying for a User Account ...........39
• Step 2: Registering Your DVD Recorder ........39
• Step 3: Selecting Video Files .....................39
• Step 4: Playing Video Files .......................39
Editing
• Introducing Edit Menu .............................40
• Editing Titles ........................................40
Troubleshooting
......................................42
Specifications
........................................44
Reference
• Guide to Recording Options ......................46
Glossary
................................................47
Recommended Disc List
...........................49
Registration Form
...................................51
Warranty
...............................................53
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Overview
Disc Types Supported
Recordable DVD discs are divided into two categories: ‘plus(+)’and ‘minus(-)’ formats. Within these two groups, discs
are further classified as ‘write-once’ discs(+R or -R)on which the blank sections are used for recording once only, and
‘rewritable’ discs(+RW or -RW) on which the recording sections can be erased and used for recording new content repeat
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edly. Refer to the following table for the disc types supported by the DVD recorder.
Application Disc Type Disc Logo Information
Playback
DVD-Video
Preset DVD-Video discs with supported region
code(Supported region code is printed on the rear of
recorder)..
DVD+R/+RW
Discs written in DVD-Video or DVD+VR format
and finalized, or with JPEG/MP3/WMA/MPEG-4
files.
(Playback of a DVD+R double-layer disc is
supported by select models only)
DVD-R/-RW
DVD+R DL*
(Double Layer)
Video CD
(VCD)
CDs for video files recorded with CD sound, VHS
quality, MPEG-1 compression technology.
Super Video CD
(SVCD)
CDs for video files recorded with CD sound, SVHS
quality, MPEG-2 compression technology.
Audio CD
CDs for music files recorded in digital signal,
featuring better audio quality, less distortion and less
deterioration of audio quality over time.
CD-R/-RW
Finalized CD-R-/RW discs recorded in Audio CD
or Video CD formats, or with JPEG/MP3/WMA/
MPEG-4 files.
Recording /
Timer Recording
DVD+R/+RW
DVD+R/+RW discs in DVD+VR format
DVD-R/-RW*
DVD-R/-RW discs in DVD+VR format
(Select models only)
DVD+R DL*
(Double Layer)
DVD+R double-layer discs in DVD+VR format
(Select models only)
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Overview
* indicates feature which is available in select models only.
The DVD-Video/DVD+RW/DVD+R/DVD-R/DVD-RW/CD-R/CD-RW/DVD+R DL(Double Layer) logos are trade-
marks of the respective companies.
For best results, use discs with the above logos. This DVD recorder may not play back other discs correctly. Do not use
irregular-shaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these can damage the recorder.
It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL(Double Layer) in
all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.
If you are using models which support double-layer DVD recording, please be reminded that one recording session in
double-layer discs cannot exceed 8 hours. Once the session has lasted for over 8 hours, this DVD recorder will automatically stop recording.
Unplayable Disc Types
This DVD recorder does not play back the disc types listed below. If you try to play back these discs, excessive noise may
cause damage to your speakers. When placing an unplayable disc on the disc tray, a message showing ‘Invalid Disc’ will be
displayed on the TV screen.
• Unfinalized discs recorded on other DVD/CD recorders
• DVD Audio discs
• KODAK PHOTO CDs
• DVD-Video discs with a region code not supported by the recorder
• DVD-RAMs
• Data discs (e.g. CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs) without files supported by this DVD recorder
• Standard SACDs (Hybrid type of SACDs can be played as normal Audio CDs.)
Media Files Formats Supported
Application Category Formats (extension)
Playback
Video
MPEG-1
MPEG-2 (.VOB/ .DAT/ .MPG)
MPEG-4 (.AVI/ .DIV*/ .DIVX*)
Music .MP3/ .WMA
Picture JPEG (.JPG)
* indicates feature which is available in select models only.
If an MP3 file name includes two-byte character, the recorder may not be able to display the name correctly.
This recorder does not support ID3 (for MP3) and WMA tags.
This recorder does not support MP3-Pro, protected WMA and WMA lossless files.
MP3 file bitrates supported by this recorder are: 8Kbps - 320Kbps.
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Knowing Your DVD Recorder
Front Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1. Power ON/OFF button
Switches the DVD recorder on and off
2.
Play/Record indicators
Show the DVD recorder’s current mode
Green indicator lights up during playback.
Red indicator lights up during recording and
timer recording.
3.
Timer Record indicator
Shows the DVD recorder’s current mode
Orange indicator lights up when there are Timer
Programs set for recording.
4.
OPEN/CLOSE button
Opens or closes the disc tray
5. Disc tray
Holds discs securely during recording or playback
If during power-off mode the disc tray is still left
open, please do not put a disc on the tray and forcefully close the tray. This may cause malfunction of
the DVD recorder.
6. DV-LINK (IEEE 1394) jack
Connects digital camcorder
7. LINE IN (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks
Connects the outputs of external equipment via
composite video/audio cables
Connecting Up
* The actual appearance of the unit may slightly differ depending on model types.
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Connecting Up
Rear Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1. HDMI DIGITAL OUT jack
Connects a TV or an AV amplifier (receiver) having
HDMI input jack via HDMI cable.
Only models feature HDMI support have this
connection jack. See model comparison chart on
the back cover.
2. VHF/UHF IN/OUT jacks
Connects antenna cables
3. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack
Connects an amplifier or a receiver having a digital
input jack
4. AV INPUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks
Connects the outputs of external equipment via
composite video/audio cables
5. COMP OUT (COMPONENT) jacks
Connects the inputs of external equipment via
component video cables
6. AV OUTPUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks
Connects the inputs of external equipment via
composite video/audio cables
7. AC IN terminal
Connects the power cord
Please note that some models feature attached
power cords.
* The actual appearance of the unit may slightly differ depending on model types.
Select models only
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
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Remote Control
1. OPEN/CLOSE button
Press to open or close the disc
tray
2. SETUP button
Press to display the System
Setup menu
3. DISPLAY button
Press to view information
4. Alphabet and Number buttons
Press to enter numbers and
letters
5. NAVI. button
Press to display Navigation
menu
6.
RECORD button
Press to start recording
7. TIMER button
Press to display Timer Record
menu
8. TOP MENU button
Press to display disc’s top menu
ALBUM button
Press to go to previous file
folder
9. (direction) and
ENTER buttons
Press to make selection
CH / CH buttons
Press to select channel
10. CM SKIP button
(Commercial Skip)
Press to fast-forward playback
by 30 seconds
11. PREVIOUS button
Press to go to previous file/pic
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ture/track/chapter
12. F.R. button
Press to reverse playback
13. STOP button
Press to stop playback or
recording
14. POWER button
Press to switch on or off the
recorder
15. SOURCE button
Press to select signal source
16. TV(MODE) button
Press to switch to TV source
17. GUIDER button
Press to display Easy Guider
menu
18. EDIT button
Press to display Edit menu or
Channel Editor menu
19. TOOLS button (For models
not supporting VCR Plus+
system)
Press to display the Disc Tools
menu.
VCR Plus+ button (For models
supporting VCR Plus+ system)
Press to display the VCR Plus+
timer recording menu
20. MENU button
Press to display disc’s menu
ALBUM button
Press to go to next file folder
21. PAUSE/STEP button
Press to pause playback or
recording
During the pause mode of
video playback, press the button
repeatedly to view the content
frame by frame.
22. NEXT button
Press to go to next file/picture/
track/chapter
23. F.F. button
Press to advance playback
24. PLAY button
Press to start playback
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Connecting Up
Using Remote Control
Preparing the Remote Control
Open the battery compartment and insert the batteries.
Make sure the polarities (+ and -) match the markings
inside the remote control.
Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Remote Control Signal
The remote has a range of approximately 5M and works
best when pointed directly at the unit horizontally at
angles up to 30° from the sensor window of the DVD
recorder.
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0
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Easier Application with Remote Control
Function buttons, such as GUIDER or TIMER, are
designed to offer you a quick access to intended applica
tions. Press these buttons to go directly to their individual
menus and complete your desired tasks. If you would like
to quit an application, simply press the designated button
again.
Connecting up Your DVD
Recorder
Before you start...
1. Do not plug the AC power cord into the outlet until all
other connections are made.
2. It is recommended that you connect VIDEO OUT jack
of the DVD recorder directly to the video input of your
TV. Connecting VIDEO OUT jack of this recorder to
a TV via a VCR may cause a viewing problem when
playing a copyright-protected disc. The same viewing
problem may also occur when connecting the recorder
to an integrated TV/Video system.
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Step 1: Connecting
Antenna/Satellite Cables
Option 1 With Cable Box
Wall Outlet Cable Box DVD Recorder TV
1.
Use an antenna cable to connect the RF IN jack on the
cable box to the antenna outlet on the wall.
2. Use an antenna cable to connect the RF OUT jack on
the cable box to the RF IN jack on the DVD recorder.
3. Use an antenna cable to connect the RF OUT jack on
the DVD recorder to the RF IN jack on the television.
IN
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
L
VHF / UHF
OUT
IN
Wall
Antenna cable
RF IN
RF OUT
Cable box
T V
Option 2 Without Cable Box
Wall Outlet DVD Recorder TV
1. Use an antenna cable to connect the RF IN jack on the
DVD recorder to the antenna outlet on the wall.
2. Use an antenna cable to connect the RF OUT jack on
the DVD recorder to the RF IN jack on the television.
(Please note that this serves as a pass-through only.)
Please note that the RF connection serves as a video
pass-through only. You need to finish all the following
steps of connection to access the setup menu and other
function of this DVD recorder.
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Option 3 Using HDMI Cable
If your TV suppoerts HDMI, use a HDMI cable to connect
the HDMI OUT jack on this DVD recorder to the HDMI
IN jack on the TV.
HDMI Out
T V
HDMI IN
HDMI Cable
After all connection steps are done, the DVD recorder
and TV starts to create HDCP (High-bandwidth
Digital Content Protection) connection which prevents
the signal transmitted via HDMI cable from being
copied. If this HDCP connection fails to build, a
warning window will appear. Press
and ENTER
to try again. Or disconnect the HDMI cable and use
another kind of video cable for connection. If you
select ‘EXIT’ without disconnecting the cable or do
not make a choice in 10 seconds, the warning message
will disappear. However, next time when you watch
HDCP-encrypted content, the window pops up again.
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Step 3: Connecting the Audio
Cable
If you choose option 3 in step 2, set the ‘HDMI
Output’ to ‘Video+Audio’ in the Setup menu and do
not connect the DVD recorder to an audio amplifier
or receiver, then you can skip this step.
Introducing System Setup(p.14)
Setting HDMI(p.18)
Option 1 Using Composite Cable
Use the audio (red and white) ends of a composite cable to
connect the AUDIO OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the
AUDIO IN jack on the television.
TV
VIDEO
R
L
R
L
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
Option 2 Connecting to a Stereo Audio Amplifier or
Receiver
Use the audio (red and white) ends of a composite cable to
connect the AUDIO OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the
AUDIO IN jack on a stereo amplifier or a receiver.
T V
Wall
RF IN
RF OUT
RF IN
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Step 2: Connecting the Video
Cable
Option 1 Using Composite Cable
Use the video (yellow) end of a composite cable to
connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the
VIDEO IN jack on the television.
TV
VIDEO
R
L
R
L
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
Option 2 Using Component Cable
Use a component video (with green, blue and red ends)
cable to connect the COMPONENT OUT jack on the
DVD recorder to the COMPONENT IN jack on the
television.
Component video cable
Y
CB / PB
CR / PR
COMPONENT IN
Y
CB / PB
CR / PR
T V
If your television supports ‘Progressive Scan’ mode,
you may adjust the ‘Video Output’ setting accord
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ingly in setup menu for better results. Go through
SetupSystemVideo Outpu, and select ‘Progressive’.
Introducing System Setup(p.14)
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Connecting Up
Audio cable
IN
RIGHT
LEFT
VIDEO
R
L
Stereo audio ampli fier
or rec eiver
Option 3 Connecting to a Digital Audio Device
Use a coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the DIGITAL
OUT (COAXIAL) jack on the DVD recorder to the
coaxial digital input on a stereo amplifier or a receiver.
IN
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
COAXIAL
Digital Out (Optical)
DIGITAL AUDIO DEVICE
Coaxial digital cable
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Step 4: Connecting the Power
Cord
Connect the power cord to the DVD recorder. After all the
cable connections are completed, you can now plug the
power cord of the recorder into the outlet, and start using
the recorder.
Remember to switch on the DVD recorder and TV.
If you use a model which features attached power
cord, you only need to plug the power cord to the
outlet at this step.
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To have the signal from this DVD recorder shown on
TV, switch TV’s input source to appropriate AV option
(the one connected to this unit). For further information on how to change TV’s input source, check the
instruction manual provided by your TV manufacturer.
Connecting to External Devices
Connecting to VCR/V8 Camcorder/DVD Player
Connects the AV OUTPUT jack on the camcorder
to the AV INPUT jack on this DVD recorder using a
composite(Audio/Video) cable.
When connecting via the rear-panel INPUT jacks
R
VIDEO
L
Audio/Video Cable
VCR/DVD Player
Camcorder
L
R
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
When connecting via the front-panel INPUT jacks
R
VIDEO
L
L
R
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
Audio/Video Cable
VCR/DVD Player
Camcorder
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Connecting to DV (Digital
Camcorder)
Connects the DV-link jack on the DV to the DV-link jack
on this DVD recorder using a IEEE 1394 cable.
Camcoder
DV OUT
DV Link
DV-Link
IEEE 1394
(Not Suplied)
The DV-Link INPUT jack on this recorder is for use
with DV-compatible camcorders only, and not to be
used for connecting any other firewire devices.
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To have the signal from this DVD recorder shown on
TV, switch TV’s input source to appropriate AV option
(the one connected to this unit). For further information on how to change TV’s input source, check the
instruction manual provided by your TV manufacturer.
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Introducing System Setup
Before using this DVD recorder, you may like to change the system settings such as the language of on-screen display, clock
format, and recording mode. Use the Setup menu to complete the process.
In the Setup menu, simply go through three levels of menus to complete a setting. Options in first-level menu are represented
by icons, while the ones in second and third levels are represented by text. The table below lists all the options available.
Refer to this table and follow the instruction to complete the system settings. For some settings, more detailed descriptions
are provided in the latter part of this chapter.
How to set up the settings?
1. Press SETUP button on remote control to display the Setup menu.
2. In first- and second-level menu, press
to select one of the options,
then press or ENTER to go to next-level menu.
3. In third-level menu, press
to select one of the options. If you are rerequired to enter
numbers, press or number buttons (0-9). After completed, press ENTER to
confirm.
4. To return to upper-level menu during setting, press
.
5. To completely exit the Setup menu, press
several times or SETUP.
For some settings, a dialogue box will appear after making a selection or after pressing ENTER in step 3. Select ‘Yes’
to apply the setting. If you choose ‘No’ or do not confirm in 5 seconds, the change will be discarded
In this section, '’ is used to indicate the movement between different levels of options. For example, the procedure for
setting the language of subtitle is written as ‘Go through LanguageSubtitle’.
First- Level
Option
Second- Level
Option
Third- Level
Option
Description/Notice
System
Video Output • Component
• Progressive
The mode of video output (interlaced scan/progressive scan) transmitted from component jack
If you accidentally set ‘Progressive’ as the video output mode when the DVD
recorder is not connected to a progressive-scan-compatible TV, you may lose
the video signal on your TV instantly. To recover the problem, switch off the
DVD recorder and switch it on again. After the recorder is switched on, press
, 5, 0, 2, 0, on remote control, then press ENTER. The recorder will then
be automatically switched off. When you switch on the recorder next time,
the video output mode will be restored to default value.
For models feature HDMI, if HDMI resolution is manually set as 480p,
720p or 1080i when you switch Video Output from ‘Progressive’ to
‘Component’, the setting of HDMI resolution will change to ‘Auto’ with
480i as the output resolution. However, please note that your TV may not
support 480i. In such case, select ‘No’ in the confirmation box popping-up
to discard the change of Video Output and HDMI resolution.
HDMI
Resolution*
• Auto
• 480p
• 720p
• 1080i
Resolution of video output transmitted by HDMI
Under the default setting (‘Auto’), the DVD recorder outputs optimum
resolution that can be supported by your TV, and the Video Output mode
changes accordingly without noticing.
(Select models only)
HDMI
Output*
• Video + Audio
• Video Only
• Audio Only
Output content transmitted by HDMI
(Select models only)
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Getting Started
First- Level
Option
Second- Level
Option
Third- Level
Option
Description/Notice
System
Auto Sleep • Off
• 30 minutes
• 60 minutes
• 90 minutes
• 120 minutes
Desired time slot before the DVD recorder automatically switches to an
inactive mode
Restore Option for recovering default setup of the DVD recorder
Date/Time
Date System date of this DVD recorder
Date beyond 31/12/2099 (December 31, 2099) CANNOT be set.
Time
System time of this DVD recorder
Clock Format • M/D/Y-12Hr
• D/M/Y-12Hr
• Y/M/D-12Hr
• M/D/Y-24Hr
• D/M/Y-24Hr
• Y/M/D-24Hr
Date/time display format
Auto Clock* • On
• Off
For activating or disabling the time-synchronizing function enabled by local
channel(s)
Language
OSD Multiple
Languages
Language to be displayed on screen. Available languages vary depending on
model types.
Menu Multiple
Languages
Language to be displayed on the menu page. Available options vary depend-
ing on model types and discs being played.
Audio Multiple
Languages
Language to be adopted for the spoken language. Available options vary
depending on model types and discs being played.
Subtitle Multiple
Languages
Your preferred language for subtitle. Available languages vary depending on
model types and discs being played.
Playback
Aspect Ratio* • 16:9 Wide
• 4:3 Pan
• 4:3 L.Box
For selecting a appropriate viewing mode available on users’ own television
sets
Parental Lock* • Off
• 8: Adult
• 7: NC-17
• 6: R
• 5: PG-R
• 4: PG-13
• 3: PG
• 2: G
• 1: Kid Safe
The level of parental control
Password* Password for parental control. Default: 0000
Slide Time • Off
• Interval
(3-99 Seconds)
Display interval for each picture
VCD PBC • On
• Off
For enabling/disabling playback control function on VCD discs which adopt
the VCD 2.0 standard
DivX(R) VOD • Registration
Code
For obtaining the registration code of this DVD recorder
(Select models only)
Closed Caption • On
• Off
For enabling/disabling the function of showing the caption which presents all
the audio effect in text form when watching a DVD-Video.
If you select one of the subtitles on DVD-Video and enable closed caption,
you may see both on the TV screen.
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First- Level
Option
Second- Level
Option
Third- Level
Option
Description/Notice
Recording
Mode • HQ
• SP
• LP
• EP
• SLP
Recording mode of different quality and length. See
Recording Mode(p.46)
Chapter Mark • Off
• 5 Minutes
• 10 Minutes
• 15 Minutes
• 20 Minutes
• 25 Minutes
• 30 Minutes
The frequency of inserting the chapter mark automatically when recording
video titles
Audio
Digital Out • PCM
• Bit Stream
The mode (decoded/encoded) of Dolby digital audio signal transmitted from
the digital output jack of the DVD recorder.
Select ‘PCM’ when your amplifier does not have an integrated Dolby
Digital decoder. Select ‘Bit Stream’ when your amplifier has an
integrated Dolby Digital decoder.
Some audio language in DVD-Video are recorded using the DTS format.
If you have selected one of these languages, there will be no sound during
playback. Choose those recorded using the Dolby Digital format instead to
enjoy the sound effect.
MPEG • PCM
• Bit Stream
The mode (decoded/encoded) of MPEG signal transmitted from the digital
output jack of the DVD recorder.
Select ‘PCM’ when your amplifier does not have an integrated MPEG
audio decoder. Select ‘Bit Stream’ when your amplifier has an integrated
MPEG decoder.
HDMI Audio • Auto
• PCM
The mode of audio signal transmitted via HDMI cable.(Select models only)
Under the default setting ‘Auto’, the DVD recorder output the optimum
signal that can be received by TV. However, if there is still sound loss
or noise when using a HDMI cable to transmit audio signal, select
PCM instead.
If the HDMI cable is used to connect an equipment incompatible with
Dolby digital/MPEG signal, the PCM will be output regardless of the
setting of ‘Digital Out’ and ‘MPEG’.
TV Tuner
TV Signal • Antenna
• Cable
• HRC
• IRC
TV signal source
Country Multiple Countries For selecting the appropriate area where you are currently situated. Available
countries/regions may vary depending on model types.
Utilities* • Scan Channel
• Edit Channel
For setting/resetting TV channels.
Exit
*Indicates more detailed descriptions are provided in the latter part of this chapter.
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Getting Started
Setting System Time via Auto
Clock
Some TV channels send out special time signals during
broadcast, which this DVD recorder can receive and use
to automatically update the system clock. Follow the
steps listed below to activate this function. If the cable
TV channels in your area do not carry the signals, please
adjust the system clock manually via
Setup Date/Time
Date and Setup Date/Time Time.
1. Press SETUP to display the Setup menu.
2. Go to ‘Auto Clock’ through Date/TimeAuto Clock.
3. Select ‘On’ to activate or ‘Off’ to disable the function,
then press ENTER.
4. If you choose to activate the function, a pop-up
window showing the time zone option will appear.
Select a time zone appropriate to the area where you
are situated, then press ENTER.
5. A pop-up window titled ‘Daylight Saving’ will then
appear. Press
to make selection suitable for your
time zone, then press ENTER.
6. If you select ‘Auto’ or ‘On’, a pop-up window will
appear. See step 7 and 8 if you select ‘Full Auto Scan’.
See step 9 to step 11 if you select ‘Manual Scan’.
7. If you select ‘Full Auto Scan’, the DVD recorder will
start scanning the clock signal submitted by the first
detected channel.
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8. If the scanning is successful, a pop-up window showing current time will appear. Select ‘OK’ to accept or
‘Cancel’ to discard the setting, then press
ENTER. Or
you can select ‘Scan Next’ to scan next channel.
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9. If you select ‘Manual Scan’, a pop-up window will
appear. Enter the number of channel you would like to
scan, and press ENTER. Scanning will then start.
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