Loewe Viewvision DR+DVB-T User Manual

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Operating Manual
Peripherals
Viewvision DR
+
DVB-T
Remote control TV mode
Remote control recorder mode
Switch unit on/off
Insert disk Button on the unit – Insert disk –
Operating modes
MOVIE 34MOVIE
56HDD/DISC/USB
MUSIC 34MUSIC
56HDD/DISC/USB
PHOTO 34PHOTO
56HDD/DISC/USB
Disk menu
Select title 3456
Playback
Playback
Pause
Stop
Forwards (press several times)
Backwards (press several times)
Next/previous section P+/-
Volume V+/-
Individual frame 3/4
Slow motion /
(press several times)
Jump forwards/backwards 5 mins. 3/4 (only hard disk drive HDD)
Detailed information
Title menu
Recorder/TV operation
Channel overview 3456
Select channel or P+/-
Programme magazine
Picture-in-picture during playback
Recording
Insert disk – Insert recordable disk –
Select recording medium
HDD/
DVD
or 34TV
56TV HDD/TV DVD
Select signal source or P+/-
Start recording manually
Stop recording manually
Programme timed recording
– Enter data –
ShowView
– Enter data –
Timer overview
Terminate menu
Recording of Loewe SAT-TV See operating instructions for Loewe TV

Brief instructions for ViewVision DR+DVB-T

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Remote control Assist – recorder operation

Switch on/off - on stand by ...............................(Page 20)
Loewe TV: Radio Digital; long: Auro Radio
Switch over to operate DVD-Player
Loewe TV: Sound settings
STOP: Select station directly ..............................(Page 35)
MENU: enter numbers
STOP: Call AV selection .....................................(Page 50)
MENU: enter numbers
PIP (picture in picture) ......................................(Page 41)
“Home” menu ...................................................(Page 23)
Info; PLAY: menu bar ........................................(Page 35)
MENU: hide menu
PLAY: Next chapter ...........................................(Page 38)
STOP: Select station up/down ...........................(Page 35)
MENU: select/set ..............................................(Page 23)
Zoom ................................................................(Page 39)
short: Set marker; long: Marker search .............(Page 39)
Playback ...........................................................(Page 38)
PAUSE: slow motion forward ............................(Page 39)
PLAY: search forward ........................................(Page 38)
Stop ..................................................................(Page 38)
Loewe TV: Sound off/on
LED indicator for current operating mode
Switch over to operate TV set
(Page 20) ....................... Switch over to operate Recorder
Timer recording menu; timer recording list menu
(Page 49) ................................................Timeshift Mode
(Page 36) ............................... TV: EPG; PLAY: skip 15 Sec.
(Page 40) ............................User interface of loaded DVD
MENU: Title List / original and playlist
(Page 23) ................................................... “Setup” menu
Loewe TV: Volume
(Page 35) .............. TV station list/Status display (TV, DVD)
MENU: confirm the menu selection
(Page 51) ............................................... ShowView menu
(Page 55) ......................................... New chapter marker
(Page 39) ........................PAUSE: short: slow motion back
(Page 38) ..................................... PLAY: search backward
(Page 50) .............................................................. Record
(Page 38, 39) .....................................Pause; single frame
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Index

A
Area Code 31
AUDIO OUT 7
Auto Chapter 32
Automatic programming 24
B
Basic Settings 20
Brief instructions 2
C
Card-Reader 47
Chapter List 54
Clock set 27
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 7
Connections
Accessories 19
Aerial 16
Amplifier 19
Camcorder 20
Decoder 18
General 16
Satellite Receiver 18
Set-top box 18
Television 16
Copy/move files/folders 44
Copy protection system 14
Copyright 14
CPRM 14
D
Delete Station 26
Digital Link 11,20
Digital Link Plus 11,24
DIGITAL OUT 7
Digital Video 52,53
Disc-related Terms 15
Disc Format 33
Disc playback 36
Disc Protect 34
Display 7
Disposal 11
DivX registration code 31
Dolby Digital 29
DTS 29
Dubbing 62
Dub from DVD to HDD 63
Dub from HDD to DVD 63
DV IN 6
E
Edit recordings 54
Add chapter markers 55
Combine chapters 60
Combine titles 59
Create new Playlist 55
Delete part 57
Divide title 60
Edit thumbnail 55
Move Playlists Chapters 61
Protect title 61
Sorting 59
Title Name 58
EPG program guide 36
F
Front Panel 6
G
Glossary 71
H
Harddisc 11
HDD 11,15
HDMI 7,37
I
Initialisation 28
Inserting/removing memory
cards 47
L
Lock System 30
M
Main menu 21
Mains cable 7
Masthead 67
Moving stations 26
MPEG 29
O
Operating additional devices
8
OPTICAL 7
P
Photo mode 46
Picture in Picture (PIP) 41
Play-Back Control 34
Playable Discs 14
Playback
Audio CD 43
Compatibility 44
MP3/WMA media 43
Program list 45
Random play 44
Playiback
DivX files 42
Playing on other devices 64
Playlist 55
Progressive Scan 16
R
Rating 30
Rear Panel 7
Recording 49
Clip recording 49
Delayed TV viewing 49
Digital Video 52
Manual Record 50
Record from external
sources 52
ShowView 51
Simultaneous record and
display 50
Timer Recording 51
Timer Record List 52
Timeshift mode 49
Regional code 15
Remote Control 16
Remote control 3,9,48
Resetting 20
Rewritable discs 13
S
S-VIDEO OUT 7
Safety 12
Scope of delivery 10
Service 70
Set Password 29
Delete 30
Switching off 30
Set up 10
Setup menu 23
Audio Menu 29
Disc Menu 33
General Menu 24
Language Menu 28
Lock Menu 29
Recording Menu 32
Slide Show 46
Symbols 15
T
Technical Specifications 67
Technische Daten 67
Title List 54
Trademark rights 10
Troubleshooting 65–66
TV Operation 35
U
USB mode 47
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Contents
Brief instructions for ViewVision DR+DVB-T ...................2
Remote control Assist – recorder operation .................... 3
Index ................................................................................4
Front Panel ...................................................................... 6
Rear Panel & Display .......................................................7
Operating additional devices ...........................................8
Setting the remote control ............................................................................8
Operating Loewe equipment .........................................................................8
Remote control Assist – TV-operation ............................. 9
Welcome ........................................................................10
Scope of delivery .........................................................................................10
Set up .........................................................................................................10
Shipping the Unit ........................................................................................ 11
Disposal ......................................................................................................11
Advantages of connection to a Loewe TV set ..............................................11
About the internal harddisc ......................................................................... 11
For your safety ..............................................................12
Essential Information ....................................................13
Rewritable discs ..........................................................................................13
Playable Discs .............................................................................................14
Notes on Discs ............................................................................................15
Disc-related Terms .......................................................................................15
Symbols ......................................................................................................15
Initial Installation ..........................................................16
Initial Remote Control Setup ......................................................................16
Switching over to Progressive Scan .............................................................16
Connections - General .................................................................................16
Connecting to the Aerial .............................................................................16
Connecting to the Television .......................................................................16
Alternative connections ...............................................................................16
Connecting to a Loewe TV System ...............................................................17
Connecting to a set-top box / Satellite Receiver...........................................18
Connecting to an External Decoder Box ......................................................18
Connecting to an Amplifier .........................................................................19
Connecting Audio/Video (A/V) Accessories ..................................................19
Connect to the mains ..................................................................................20
Basic Settings .............................................................................................20
Concealed installation .................................................................................20
Resetting the DVD Recorder ........................................................................20
Auto Setup ..................................................................................................21
Menu overview ...........................................................................................22
Main menu (HOME) ....................................................................................23
Setup menu ................................................................................................23
The General Menu .......................................................................................24
Language Menu ..........................................................................................28
Audio Menu ................................................................................................29
Lock Menu ..................................................................................................29
Recording Menu .........................................................................................32
Disc Menu ..................................................................................................33
Operating convenience ..................................................35
TV mode......................................................................................................35
Selecting a station ......................................................................................35
EPG program guide .....................................................................................36
Disc playback ..............................................................................................36
HDMI mode .................................................................... 37
Video mode ....................................................................38
Playing back a DVD or video CD ..................................................................38
Playing memory media with mixed contents ...............................................41
PIP (Picture In Picture) ................................................................................41
DivX mode ..................................................................... 42
Audio mode ...................................................................43
Copy/move files/folders ...............................................................................44
Program list ................................................................................................45
Photo mode ................................................................... 46
USB mode ...................................................................... 47
Recording ......................................................................49
Recordings on the HDD ...............................................................................49
Delayed TV viewing – Timeshift mode .........................................................49
Simultaneous record and display .................................................................50
Manual Record ...........................................................................................50
Timer Recording .......................................................................................... 51
Timer recordings with the ShowView® system ............................................51
Timer Record List ......................................................................................... 52
Record from external sources ......................................................................52
Digital Video ...............................................................................................53
Edit recordings ..............................................................54
Menu Title List and Chapter List ..................................................................54
Edit Original and Playlist .............................................................................55
Add chapter markers ...................................................................................55
Create new Playlist ......................................................................................55
Add title/chapter to the Playlist ...................................................................56
Delete title/chapter from Original/Playlist .................................................... 57
Delete part ..................................................................................................57
Title Name ..................................................................................................58
Select title start point ..................................................................................58
Select chapter .............................................................................................58
Sorting ........................................................................................................59
Combine titles .............................................................................................59
Divide title ..................................................................................................60
Combine chapters .......................................................................................60
DVD additional functions ............................................................................60
Move Playlists Chapters ..............................................................................61
Hide title/chapter ........................................................................................61
Protect title ................................................................................................. 61
Dubbing ......................................................................... 62
Dub from HDD to DVD ................................................................................63
Dub from DVD to HDD ................................................................................63
Overwrite recordings ...................................................................................64
Title List menus on other devices .................................................................64
Playing on other devices .............................................................................64
Troubleshooting ............................................................. 65
Technical Specifications ................................................. 67
Masthead ...................................................................................................67
Language Code List .......................................................68
List of country codes .....................................................69
Service ........................................................................... 70
Glossary ......................................................................... 71
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D I G I T A L
V I DE O

Front Panel

Power button
Switch off in standby
Disc tray
Disc tray
open/close
Front flap
(closed)
Display
Playback
/ Pause
Stop
DV IN
AV3 Video IN
AUDIO IN L/R
Front flap
(open)
Next/pre-
vious
chapter
RES
(screen
resolution)
Start
recording
USB
Operating
indicator
Recording
media
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Rear Panel & Display

OUT (to TV)
Passes the
aerial signal
to the TV
AV 1
Euro AV1 (SCART)
connection for TV set
OPTICAL
Digital, optical
audio output
IN (from ANT.)
Aerial connection
AV 2 DECODER
Euro AV2 (SCART) connection for an
external source (Decoder, Set-Top-
Box, Video Recorder etc.).
DIGITAL AUDIO
Digital, coaxial
audio output
COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT (Y Pb Pr)
Connection for a TV
with component inputs
(Cinch)
AUDIO (L/R)
Connection for a TV with
audio inputs (Cinch)
Mains cable
Caution: Do not touch the inner pins of connection sockets on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.
HDMI OUT
connection of a TV
with HDMI input
S-VIDEO OUT
Connection for a
TV with S-Video
input.
RECT/S
HDD DVD
Timeshift Symbol
Display for active Timeshift
operation
Character specications
time, total playing time, time elapsed, title, chapter /
track number, station, status etc.
Timer symbol
Display for programmed
timer recording(s)
Record symbol
Display for currently
running recording
Media symbol
Display for selected
recording medium
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Setting the remote control

The different Loewe sets can be set as follows on the Assist remote control:
Device Button combination
Loewe TV (Q2500 – L2650) +
Loewe TV (Q2300 – Q2400) +
Loewe Centros 11x2 +
Loewe Viewvision, Centros 21x2 +
Loewe ViewVision DR+ DVB-T +
Loewe ViewVision 8106 H +
Loewe Auro 2216 PS/8116 DT +
Loewe Xemix 6222 PS +
Factory setting
The specified key combination must be pressed (approx. 5 s) until one of the LEDs
flashes twice.

Operating Loewe equipment

Using the remote control for a DVD player
Press the DVD button, the indicator above
it lights for about 5 seconds.
Using the remote control for a recorder
Press the REC button, the indicator above
it lights for about 5 seconds.
Using the remote control for a TV set
Press the TV button, the indicator above
it lights for about 5 seconds.
Every time you press the button, the indicator of the selected operating mode (TV
– REC – DVD – RADIO) lights up.

Operating additional devices

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Remote control Assist – TV-operation

Switch on/off - on stand by
Radio Digital on/off
Switch over to operate Auro
Sound menu on/off
Select station directly
MENU: enter numbers or letters
Call AV selection
PIP on/off (picture in picture)
Menu “ASSIST+“ on/off
Open index; MENU: info texts on/off
Status display on/off; MENU: hide menu
Select station up/down
PIP: Position of the PIP picture; MENU: select/set
56 Move picture vertically;
34 Rotate TV
Yellow button: previous station
Blue button: programme info on/off
Freeze picture off; DR+: Playback/Set bookmark
Select station up; DR+: Jump forward/Fast forward
Freeze picture on; DR+: Stop
Sound off/on
LED indicator for current operating mode
Switch over to operate TV set
Switch over to operate Recorder
Call timer list
Set picture format
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) on/off
Teletext on/off
Show/hide menu
Volume down/up
Station list on; MENU: confirm/call
Teletext subtitles
Freeze picture; DR+: Call the DR+ archive
Select station down; DR+: Jump back/Rewind/Replay
DR+: Record
Freeze picture on/off;
DR+: Pause (Start viewing with time shift)
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Welcome

Thank you
for choosing a Loewe product. We are happy to welcome you as our customer.
At Loewe we combine the highest standards of technology, design and user friendli-
ness. This is equally true of TV, DVD, video, audio and accessories.
Neither technology nor design is an end in itself, but both are intended to provide
our customers with the best possible audio and visual experience. Our design is
not influenced by short-term, fashionable trends. You have, after all, purchased a
high-quality piece of equipment which you do not want to get tired of looking at
tomorrow or the day after.
The set is equipped for digital reception. You can use the digital TV (DVB T) which
is already being widely broadcast.
You can control three devices with the Assist remote control. In addition to this
recorder also a Loewe TV set and a Loewe DVD player or a Loewe Audio System
(page 8).

Scope of delivery

recorder Loewe ViewVision DR+ DVB-T
Assist remote control with 2 batteries
Euro AV cable (Scart cable)
Antenna cable
HDMI cable
1x DVD-RW disc
this operating manual
Trademark rights
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, ProLogic and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS“ and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
ShowView is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation.
The ShowView System is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development
Corporation.
HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC.

Set up

Place the recorder on a firm, level base.
Do not move the recorder during operation or just after switching it off.
Do not place the recorder in the vicinity of sources of intense heat or in direct
sunlight.
When installing in a cabinet or enclosed shelf: Leave at least 2.5 cm free around
the recorder to allow unhindered circulation of air and avoid build-up of heat.
Do not cover up fan and openings on the rear.
There can be interference to the images and sound of any nearby television,
video recorder or radio. If this is the case, do not position the unit in the direct
vicinity of a TV set, video recorder or radio, or switch the unit off after remov-
ing the disc.
Position the recorder so that the infrared signal of the remote control can
reach the display of the recorder unobstructed (or if this is not possible, see
Advantages of connection to a Loewe TV set”, page 11).
Do not place strong artificial light sources in front of the device. This may affect
infrared reception.
Incorrect voltages can damage the device. This device may only be connected
to a power supply with the voltage and frequency specified on the rating plate,
using the power cable provided.
If there is an electrical storm, disconnect the antenna and mains plug. Power
surges caused by lightning strikes can damage the unit through the antenna
system or the mains.
The antenna and mains should also be disconnected if the unit is to remain
unsupervised for a long period of time.
The mains plug must be easily accessible so that the unit can be disconnected
at any time.
Lay the cable in such a way that it cannot get damaged. The power cable should
not be kinked or laid over sharp edges, not stood upon or exposed to chemicals
- the latter also applies to the device as a whole. A mains cable with damaged
insulation can cause electric shocks and is a fire hazard.
Do not tug the cable when you remove the mains plug but hold the plug by the
housing. The wires in the mains plug may be damaged and cause a short-circuit
when you plug it back in.
You should also read and follow the safety advice on the following pages.
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Welcome

Shipping the Unit

The original shipping box and packaging materials should be used to ship the unit.
To give the unit the best possible protection, repack it as it was originally packed
by the manufacturer.

Disposal

Cardboard box and packaging
In line with national regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, we
pay a fee to authorised recyclers who collect packaging from dealers. However, we
recommend that you keep the original cardboard box and the rest of the packaging
materials so that the unit can, if necessary, be transported in the safest possible
conditions.
The unit
Important: The EU Directive 2002/96/EG governs the proper
re-acceptance, handling and recycling of used electronic appli-
ances. Old electronic appliances must therefore be disposed of
separately. Never throw this set in the normal domestic waste.
You can hand in your old set free of charge at identified collection
points or at your dealer if you buy a similar new set. Other details
about re-acceptance (also for non-EU countries) are available from
your local administration.
Remote control batteries
The batteries provided contain no harmful materials such as
cadmium, lead or mercury. Regulations concerning used batteries
mean that batteries may no longer be thrown out with the house-
hold rubbish. You can dispose of used batteries free of charge at
the collection points in commercial outlets. Your dealer will also
have a collection point for used batteries.

Advantages of connection to a Loewe TV set

With Digital Link you can install the recorder for example in a closed rack or a
cupboard without direct visual contact with the recorder. With the DVD remote
control, you operate the recorder via the Loewe TV set. Digital Link must be
switched on on the recorder (page 20).
If you use the HDMI connection, the TV set is automatically switched over to this
input if your TV set supports this function.
If you want to make timer recordings from the TV satellite tuner, Digital Link Plus
controls the recording. With Digital Link Plus the station data of the aerial and
cable stations of the TV set are transferred to the recorder so that the same stations
are saved in the same order in both devices. This enables timer recordings of aerial
and cable stations to be made comfortably on the TV set with the EPG (Electronic
Program Guide). The timer data are transferred to the recorder which then makes
the timer recording independently of the TV set. For timer data for satellite sta-
tions, the TV set starts and stops the recorder and sets it to the Euro AV 1 input.
When play is started, this is shown immediately on the TV set regardless of which
TV station you are currently watching (if the TV is switched off, it will be switched
back on automatically first).

About the internal harddisc

The internal harddisc (HDD) is very sensitive. Operate the recorder according to the
following regulations to avoid HDD errors.
Important recordings should be saved on DVDs to avoid losing data (page 62).
Do not move the recorder immediately after switching it off. To move the recorder,
proceed as follows:
Wait at least two minutes after the message POWER OFF.
Pull out the mains plug.
Move the recorder.
Data on the HDD may be lost if the power fails during recorder operation.
The HDD is very sensitive. Improper handling or an unsuitable environment could
damage the HDD after a few years in operation.
Sudden stopping during playing and visible mosaic effects in the picture are an
indication of this. There may be no advance warning signs for an HDD defect.
Recordings cannot be played if the HDD is defective. The HDD must be replaced
in this case.
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For your own safety and to avoid unnecessary damage to your unit, please read
and follow the safety advice below:
Use for the intended purpose and ambient conditions
This recorder is intended exclusively for the reception, recording and playing of
video and audio signals and is designed for the home and office and may not be
operated in rooms with a high humidity (e.g. bathroom, sauna) or high concentra-
tion of dust (e.g. workshops).
The terms of the warranty only cover normal use of the recorder.
If the device is used outdoors, make sure that it is protected against moisture (rain,
drips and splashes or dew). High humidity and dust concentrations lead to leak
currents in the device which may lead to electric shocks or fires.
If you have moved the device out of the cold into a warm environment, leave it
switched off for about an hour to avoid formation of condensation.
Always switch off your system (ViewVision DR+ DVB-T, TV set and any other audio
components which may be connected) before connecting or disconnecting other
devices or loudspeakers.
Do not open up the housing, or you could be directly exposed to the laser beam.
The laser beam will be visible if the unit is open.
DO NOT LOOK INTO THE LASER BEAM.
Protect your recorder from:
liquids and damp
shock and mechanical stress
magnetic and electrical fields
cold, heat, direct sunlight and extreme fluctuations in temperature
dust
anything which obstructs ventilation
manual interference with the unit‘s interior
PLEASE NOTE: TO AVOID RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE
COVER (OR THE REAR OF THE UNIT). THERE ARE NO PARTS INSIDE THE UNIT
THAT CAN BE REPAIRED BY THE USER. REPAIRS SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED
OUT BY A LOEWE DEALER.
Only use original accessories such as Loewe installation systems if possible.
Supervision
Do not allow children to use the recorder/TV set unsupervised. Do not allow children to
play in the immediate vicinity of the recorder/TV set. They could knock, push or pull the
equipment over and cause injury.
Cleaning
Only clean your recorder with a slightly damp, soft, clean cloth (without any ag-
gressive cleaning agents).
If the recorder does not read a disc correctly, the reading unit in the device may be
soiled. Use a commercially available cleaning disc.
Keep the disc drawer closed to prevent dust from the drawer getting onto the
lens.
About this user guide
The information in this guide refers to the Loewe product Viewvision DR+ DVB-T
and Viewvision DR+ DVB-T Secam - (version for France).
Unless stated otherwise, the instructions refer to the operating elements on the
Assist remote control.
The explanations for DVDs in this guide refer to the DVDs recorded with this
recorder. They do not apply for DVDs recorded on other recorders and played on
this recorder.
Paragraphs beginning with the symbol indicate important hints, tips or condi-
tions for perfect operation.
Terms which you will find in the menu or printed on the recorder are printed in
bold type.
In the functional descriptions, the necessary operating elements are arranged to
the left of the text which contains the handling instructions.
Please read this operating manual to understand this device and its possibilities.
The individual chapters are inter-related.
The index/glossary at the end of this manual explains certain terms which are used
in the user interface of the device and in the operating manual.

For your safety

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Rewritable discs

DVD-RW (Digital Versatile Disc - ReWritable)
DVD-RW discs can be formatted for recording in the VR mode or
in the video mode. These discs can be rewritten several times.
Recordings can be deleted and the disc can then be rewritten.
VR mode Recordings can be extensively edited.
They can only be played on VR mode compatible players (after
finalisation).
Video mode Limited editing possible.
Play on normal DVD players (after finalisation).
DVD-R (Digital Versatile Disc - Recordable)
These discs can be recorded once. A DVD-R disc cannot be rewrit-
ten or edited after finalisation. DVD-R discs can only be formatted
for recording in video mode. Play on normal DVD players (after
finalisation). Limited editing possible.
DVD+RW (Digital Versatile Disc + ReWritable)
These discs can be rewritten several times. Recordings can be de-
leted and the disc can then be rewritten. Play only on DVD+RW-
compatible players (automatic finalisation). Edited contents can
only be played after finalisation on DVD+RW-compatible players.
Titles/chapters of recordings can be edited.
DVD+R (Digital Versatile Disc + Recordable)
These discs can be recorded once. A DVD+R disc cannot be rewrit-
ten or edited after finalisation. Play only on DVD+R-compatible
players (after finalisation). Edited contents can only be played
after finalisation on DVD+R-compatible players. Title/chapters
can be edited conditionally.
This recorder cannot write to CD-R or CD-RW discs.
This recorder cannot write data discs (e.g. no MP3 or JPEG files).
The displayed recording time is not exact because the recorder uses a vari-
able bit rate video compression. This means that the exact recording time
depends on the contents being recorded.
When recording a television broadcast the remaining recording time may be
shorter if the reception is poor or the picture contains interference.
If you record only still pictures or audio, the recording time may be longer.
The displayed recording time and remaining time may not always add up to
the total length of the disc.
The available recording time may be shorter following intensive editing of the
disc.
If you use a DVD-R disc you can continue recording until the disc is full or
until you finalize it. Before you start recording check how much recording
time is available on the disc.
If you use a DVD-RW disc in video mode, the available recording time is
extended again when you delete the last title recorded on the disc.
The Delete Parts function (page 57) only hides the title but does not delete
it from the disc and does not extend the recording time (except for the last
recorded title on a DVD-RW disc in video mode).
Overwrite recording is only possible on DVD+RW discs (Page 64).

Essential Information

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Recording TV-Audio Channels
This recorder can also record NICAM audio. If the NICAM setting (page 26) is set
to “Auto“, NICAM audio will be recorded in the case of a NICAM transmission.
Restrictions on Video Recording
You cannot record movie material with copy protection with this recorder. If
a copy protection is encountered during recording, the recording stops or is
interrupted automatically and a message is displayed on the screen.
A video that can only be copied once can only be recorded using a DVD-RW
disc in VR mode with CPRM (see below).
NTSC format signals from analog or DV inputs cannot be recorded correctly
with this recorder.
SECAM format video signals (from an integrated TV tuner or from analog
inputs) are recorded in PAL format.
CPRM
CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramble system) that only allows the
recording of “copy once“ broadcasts. CPRM is the abbreviation for “Content
Protection for Recordable Media”.
This recorder is CPRM compatible. You can therefore record copy-once broadcasts
but cannot make copies of these recordings. CPRM recordings are only possible
with VR mode formatted DVD-RW discs and can only be played on players with
CPRM compatibility.
Copyright
The recording equipment should only be used for lawful copying. You should
find out what constitutes lawful copying in the country in which you are mak-
ing a copy. Copying of copyrighted material e.g. films or music is only lawful
if permitted by a legal exception or consented to by the rights owner.
The product contains copyright protection technology through certain US pat-
ents and other intellectual property rights and is the property of the Macrovision
Corporation and other companies. Use of this protection technology must be
authorized by the Macrovision Corporation. It is only intended for private or
other limited use unless otherwise authorized by the Macrovision Corporation.
Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.

Playable Discs

Video-DVD (8 cm- / 12 cm disc)
Video-CD (VCD, SVCD, 8 cm- / 12 cm disc)
Audio-CD
(8 cm- / 12 cm disc)
CD-R/RW
DIGITAL AUDIO
Recordable
ReWritable
DVD-R/DVD-RW discs, DVD+R/DVD+RW discs, CDR/CD-RW discs with audio titles,
DivX, MP3/WMA or JPEG files, VCD/SVCD and Kodak Picture-CDs (JPEG) can also
be played on this unit.
including MP3 discs with ID3-Tag.
DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW and CD-R/RW discs written to using a PC or a DVD
or CD recorder cannot be played if the disc is damaged or dirty or if there is
condensation on the recorder‘s lens.
If you record a disc using a PC, even if it is in a compatible format, the disc
may not play depending on the settings of the application software used to
create the disc. (Further information can be obtained from the software pro-
vider).
Depending on the recording unit or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/±RW) disc itself,
some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/±RW) discs cannot be played with this unit.
Do not attach any labels to either side (the labeled side or the written side)
of a disc.
Do not use any irregularly shaped CDs (e.g. heart-shaped or octagonal). If
you use these discs malfunctions may occur.
Fingerprints and scratches on the disc can affect playback and/or recording.
Take proper care of your discs.
Essential Information
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Regional code of the Recorder and DVDs
This Recorder can only play Region “2“ or “all“ coded DVDs.
2
The region code on the label of some DVDs shows which type of DVD recorder can
play those discs. If you play other discs the error message “Incorrect region code.
Playback not possible.“ will be displayed on the TV screen.
Some discs may not have the label with the region code even though they cannot
be played in all regions.

Notes on Discs

Handling Discs
Do not touch the prerecorded side of the disc. Hold the disc at the edges so as
not to touch the surface with your fingers. Do not stick paper or tape to either
side of the disc.
Storing Discs
After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight
or a source of heat and never leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight as
there may be a considerable increase in temperature inside the car.
Cleaning Discs
Fingerprints and dust on the disc can affect the picture and sound quality. Clean
the disc before playing it with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out-
wards.
Do not use any strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially
available cleaners or anti-static sprays intended for vinyl records.

Disc-related Terms

Title
A title is the main movie content or the music album. You have easy access by
the title number.
Chapter (DVD)
Chapters are movie sequences or a piece of music which are parts of a title. You
have easy access by the assigned chapter number.
Track (only Video-CD or Audio-CD)
Movie sequences or a piece of music on a Video-CD or an Audio-CD. You have
easy access by the assigned track number.
Scene
On a Video-CD with PBC functions (Playback Control) the moving pictures and
freeze frames are divided into sections called “scenes”. You have easy access by
the assigned scene number.

Symbols

The symbol on the screen
During operation, may appear on the screen. This symbol means that the desired
function is not available at the moment.
Disc symbols in the operating instructions
If part of the operating instructions contains one of the symbols listed below, the
section is only applicable to the disc shown on the symbol.
Many functions of this recorder are dependent on the selected recording quality.
One or more of the symbols are displayed for each function described in the manual
so that you can immediately see whether the disc supports this function.
HDD Title on HDD
DVD ALL All DVDs listed below
-RW Video DVD-RW Disc with video mode
-RW VR DVD-RW Disc with VR mode
-R DVD-R disc
+R DVD+R disc
+RW DVD+RW disc
DVD-V DVD-Video disc
VCD Video-CD
CD Audio-CD
DivX DivX/Xvid files
MP3 MP3 files
WMA WMA files
JPEG JPEG files
Essential Information
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Initial Remote Control Setup

To insert or change the batteries, press on the imprinted arrow. Sldie off and remove the
battery compartment cover. Insert alkaline-manganese LR 03 (AAA) type batteries and
make sure the + and – poles are aligned correctly. Then, replace the cover.

Switching over to Progressive Scan

With the “Progressive Scan” mode you get the best possible picture quality with-
out flicker in the “Component Video” mode in display units which support this
operating mode.
Your recorder must be switched on. An HDMI cable is not
plugged.
Button on the recorder.
On: 576 P appears briefly in the recorder display.
Off: 576 I appears briefly in the recorder display.

Connections - General

Depending on your television set and the other units you want to connect,
there are several ways of connecting your recorder to your TV set. Only use
the connection methods described below.
Refer as necessary to the manuals for your television, recorder, stereo system
and other units in order to make the best possible connections.
The recorder must be connected directly to the TV set. Use the “connection
wizard” for this in Loewe TV sets.
Do not connect the Recorder AUDIO OUT socket to the audio system Phono
In socket.

Connecting to the Aerial

Remove the existing aerial cable plug (R) (for analogue, terrestrial or cable TV) from
the TV and plug it into the aerial socket on the back of the recorder (IN ( from
ANT.)). Then plug one end of the aerial cable provided into the TV socket on the
recorder (OUT (To TV)) and the other end into the aerial socket on the TV.

Connecting to the Television

Make the following connections depending on the scope of functions of your
existing equipment (refer to page 17).
When connecting to a LOEWE TV set, the recorder must be logged in to the con-
nection wizard of the TV set at the appropriate connection first.
Euro AV1 connection
Connect the AV1 socket on the recorder using the enclosed Euro AV1 cable (Scart)
with the corresponding socket on the TV.
HDMI connection
Connect the HDMI OUTPUT socket of the recorder to the HDMI input socket on
the TV set with the HDMI cable provided (HDMI socket 1 in Loewe). Make the
settings as described on page 37. The Euro AV connection is required additionally
for recording from the TV set.

Alternative connections

S-Video connection
Connect the S-VIDEO OUT socket of the recorder to the S-Video input socket of
the TV set with the S-Video cable.
Component Video connection
Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT sockets on the recorder to the appropriate
input sockets on the TV set with a Y Pb Pr cable (available from your dealer).
Audio connection (left/right)
Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT socket of the recorder to the left and right
AUDIO IN sockets on the TV set with the audio cables.
Digital Audio output
Connect the DIGITAL-OUT socket of the recorder to the DIGITAL-IN socket of
the surround amplifier.

Initial Installation

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Connecting to a Loewe TV System

Make the connections as shown here:
ON
Line IN
Power OUT
OFF
230V~50/60Hz
Surr.
Front
Right
Surr.
Front
Subw.
Left
Right
Center
Left
R
R
L
C
L
Bass Intensity
Phase
Min. Max.
0 180
Crossover Frequency
Audio Link
System connector
50 250.
Initial Installation
Back of the television
Back of the recorder
Loewe Individual Sound-System (Subwoofer)
HDMI cable
Mains cable
Audio-Link
Euro-AV cable
Aerial cable
Aerial cable
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Connecting to a set-top box / Satellite
Receiver
If you use a cable or satellite receiver with integrated decoder, connect it to your
recorder and television set as described below. If you use a separate decoder box
for your cable/satellite television, follow the instructions in the next section “Con-
necting to an External Decoder Box“.
Connect the aerial cable as shown. This enables you to watch and record TV
channels.
Connect the AV1 connection to a AV socket on your TV set with the Scart cable.
This enables you to view discs.
Connect the AV2 DECODER connection to a AV socket on your set-top box /
your satellite receiver. This enables you to watch its TV channels.
This recorder is equipped with a “Loop-Through“ function. The function
enables you to record a TV program from the integrated analog terrestrial TV
tuner of this recorder while watching a satellite or set-top box channel. Do
not connect the recorder “via“ your video recorder, satellite receiver or set-top
box.
L
R
AUDIO INPUT
VIDEO
INPUT
HDMI
INPUT
S-VIDEO
INPUT
SCART INPUT
Pr
Pb
Y
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
SCART AV1 SCART AV2
AERIAL
INPUT
AERIAL
OUTPUT
Set-top box or
satellite receiver
Back of the television
Back of the recorder
Antenna/
cable television
wall socket
1.
2.
3.

Connecting to an External Decoder Box

If you use an external decoder box for your satellite or cable TV system, follow the
connection procedure described below.
Connect your aerial socket in the wall to the aerial input socket on your set-top
box / satellite receiver using an aerial cable.
Connect the decoder to the AV DECODER socket on the set-top box /satellite
receiver using a SCART cable. Further instructions can be found in the manual
for your decoder box.
Connect the AV2 socket on the DVD recorder to a AV 2 socket on your set-top
box / satellite receiver using a SCART cable.
Connect the AV1 socket on the DVD recorder to a AV 1 socket on your televi-
sion using the SCART cable.
Do not connect the Decoder-Box directly to the recorder but as shown in the
figure below to the satellite/set-top box.
Stations from the decoder (e.g. via Pay-TV services) can only be viewed when
the recorder is switched off (standby mode).
For timer recordings to work properly on this recorder, the satellite / set-top
box must also be switched on during recording.
With this configuration you cannot watch one television broadcast and record
another at the same time.
L
R
AUDIO INPUT
VIDEO
INPUT
HDMI
INPUT
S-VIDEO
INPUT
SCART INPUT
Pr
Pb
Y
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
SCART AV1 SCART AV2
AERIAL
INPUT
AERIAL
OUTPUT
SCART AV
Set-top box or satellite receiver
Back of the television
Back of the recorder
Antenna/
cable television
wall socket
Decoder
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Connecting to an Amplier
Connecting to an analog amplifier with analog 2-channel
stereo or Dolby Pro Logic II / Pro Logic
Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT socket of the recorder to the left and
right AUDIO IN sockets of the amplifier, receiver or stereo system with the audio
cables (A).
Connecting to a digital amplifier with two-channel digital
stereo (PCM) or to an audio/video receiver with a multi-
channel decoder (Dolby Digital™, MPEG 2 or DTS)
Connect one of the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT sockets (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL
X) of the recorder to the appropriate input socket on your amplifier. Use an
appropriate digital audio cable (optical O or coaxial X - available from your
dealer).
You must configure the digital output of the recorder (Page 29).
A
X
O
DIGITAL INPUT
COAXIAL
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL
R
L
AUDIO INPUT
Back of the recorder
Amplifier (Receiver)
Digital multi-channel sound
A digital multi-channel connection offers the best sound quality. You will need a
multi-channel audio/video receiver which supports one or more audio formats, e.g.
MPEG 2, Dolby Digital and DTS. You will find information in the documentation
enclosed with the receiver.
Due to the DTS licensing agreement the digital output will be to DTS DIGITAL-
OUT when a DTS audio stream is selected.
This recorder does not perform a (2-channel) decoding (downmix) of a DTS
sound track internally. In order to enjoy DTS multi-channel surround sound, you
have to connect this recorder to a DTS-compatible receiver via one of the
recorder’s digital audio outputs.
1.
2.
If the audio format of the digital output does not correspond to the capa-
bilities of your receiver, the receiver will emit a strong distorted sound or no
sound at all.
5.1 Digital surround sound via the digital connection can only be obtained if
your receiver is equipped with a digital multi-channel decoder.
You can obtain information about the audio format of the current DVD via the
Info menu (Page 36).

Connecting Audio/Video (A/V) Accessories

Connect the input sockets (AV2 on the back of the device or AV3 = input on the
front of the device (page 6)) of the recorder to the audio/video out sockets of the
accessory components with the audio/video cables.
If you have connected a device to AV2 and switched off its power supply, the
Digital Link Plus function to the recorder is not possible.
P+ P- AV
Video
L-Audio-R
L
R
VIDEO
OUTPUT
AUDIO
OUTPUT
Initial Installation
Front of the recorder
Connector block for an
accessory component
(VCR, Camcorder, etc.)
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Connecting a digital camcorder
You can connect a digital camcorder (DV) or a digital DVD-R/RW recorder to the
DV IN socket and transfer contents of DV tapes or DVDs digitally.
Use a DV cable (not included in delivery) to connect the DV IN-/OUT socket of
your DV-camcorder/video deck to the DV IN socket on the front control panel of
this recorder.
Only DV units can be connected to this socket (the source signal must be in
the DV-25 format; see page 53). It is not compatible with digital satellite
tuners or S-VHS video decks.
P+ P- AV
DV
IN/OUT
Front of the recorder
DV Digital Camcorder

Connect to the mains

First plug the small plug on the power cable into the mains connection on the
back of the recorder then plug the large mains plug into a 200-240V/50-60Hz
mains socket.

Basic Settings

Set the remote control for recorder operation.
Push the On/Off button on the DVD recorder or
the On/Off switch on the remote control.
If you aim the remote control at the recorder when switching over to
Recorder mode, the recorder will be switched on.

Concealed installation

With Digital Link, Loewe TV sets pass on the signals from the remote control through
the Euro-AV connection on the recorder. Digital Link is useful when you want to
put the recorder in a concealed place, e.g. in a closed rack.
Your recorder must be switched on.
Button on the recorder for > 3 s
Digital Link on: LINK appears in the recorder display.
Digital Link off: FRONT appears in the recorder display.

Resetting the DVD Recorder

If any of the following problems occur.
The unit is plugged in but will not turn on or off.
The display panel does not work.
The Recorder is not functioning normally.
the Recorder can be reset in the following way:
Hold down the button on the device for at least five seconds.
The device switches off or pull out the power cable, wait at least
20 seconds and reconnect the cable.
Press the button again to switch the device back on.
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Auto Setup

After you have pressed the On/Off button for the first time or reset the device to the
factory settings, the wizard for the automatic setting starts. This sets the language
of the menus and dialogs of the recorder, the time and the stations.
5 6 Select menu Language.
Language
Select the Language.
English
OK
Next
Confirm selection with OK.
Check the antenna connection as illustrated.
Antenna
Prev.
Check your antenna connection.
TV
IN (from ANT.)
Antenna
Cable
Wall jack
DVD-
Recorder
OUT (to TV)
OK
Next
Continue with OK.
5 6 Set time. Select Auto or Manual.
Confirm selection with OK.
Clock Set
Manual
NextPrev.
Auto
Select a mode.
OK
Auto: The current time and date are set automatically after the
station search (see ”Set time” on page 27).
Manual: Enter the date and time.
3 4 Move cursor.
5 6 Enter data.
Confirm with OK .
5 6 Select country.
4Press.
5 6 Select Signal Source.
4 Mark Start.
Start station search with OK.
Auto Programming
Start
Signal Source
Select a mode
OK
Start
Others
Prev.
DVB-T+Analogue
The receiver runs through all the available analogue and digital
channels automatically and transfers the found stations to the
station list. In the DLP option the station list is transmitted by a
Loewe TV set with Digital Link Plus (page 24).
End
Initial Setup is Completed.
Close
Prev.
OK
Confirm selection with OK.
Initial Installation
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Menu overview

Setup menu
Add Channel
Edit
Auto Programming
Program Edit
Clock Set
TV Aspect
AV2 Connection
Video output format
Power Save Mode
Antenna Feed 5V
Initialization
General
Display Menu
Disc Menu
Disc Audio
Disc Subtitle
DTV Audio
DTV Subtitle
DivX Subtitle
Language
Dolby Digital
DTS
MPEG
Sampling Freq.
DRC
Vocal
Audio
Lock System
DVD Rating
DTV Rating
Set Password
Area Code
DivX Reg. Code
Lock
Recording
Rec Mode Set
Rec Aspect
DV Rec Audio
TV Rec Audio
Auto Chapter
AV2 Recording
Timeshift
HDD
HDD DivX
DISC
USB
HDD
DISC
USB
HDD
DISC
USB
Rec Mode Set StartTV HDD
TV DVD
Timer Record
ShowView
Country
Antennae / DLP
Auto
Manual
4:3 Letter Box
4:3 Pan Scan
16:9 Wide
Decoder
Others
RGB
YPbPr
OFF
ON
PCM
Bitstream
OFF
Bitstream
PCM
Bitstream
48 kHz
96 kHz
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Change
Delete
EQ
LQ
SQ
HQ
OFF
ON
4:3
16:9
Audio 1
Audio 2
Main+Sub
Main
Sub
None
5 Min
10 Min
15 Min
Auto
CVBS
RGB
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Factory Set
HDD Format
Disc Format
Finalize
Disc Label
Disc Protect
PBC
Disc
Main menu
TV MOVIE
PHOTO
MUSIC
SPECIAL
SETUP
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Finalize
Unfinalize
Initial Installation
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