Magnavox MRV640 User Manual

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this apparatus should not be exposed to rain or moisture, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

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Safety Information

Safety Precautions

Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment void the user’s authority to operate it.

Laser Safety

This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. The set complies with the FCC-Rules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock defeated. Do not stare into the beam. The beam is located inside, near the deck mechanism.

Special Information for Canadian Users

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Radio/TV Interference

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

1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2) Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

Note to Cable TV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the Cable TV(CATV) system installer 's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC (National Electrical Code) that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cableground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of Discs are prohibited. 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.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: MRV640/17 Trade Name: MAGNAVOX Responsible Party: Philips Consumer Electronics North America

P.O. Box 14810, Knoxville, TN 37914-1810, (865)521-4316

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

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

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose

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

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

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

12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or

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

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

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

15.Battery usage CAUTION - To prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit:

• Install all batteries correctly, + and  as marked on the

unit.

• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and

alkaline, etc.).

• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a

longtime.

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The remote control

MONITOR Monitor: To switch between the internal tuner of the DVD recorder

(TV reception) and playback of the DVD recorder

STANDBY m Switch on or off: To switch set on or off, interrupt menu function,

interrupt a programmed recording (TIMER)

TV/DVD TV/DVD: To connect the antenna signal directly to the TV. This button

lets you switch between the DVD recorder and the antenna signal at the TV. This function operates when the DVD recorder is connected to the TV with only an RF coaxial cable.

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T/C Title/Chapter: To directly select a '

menu bar using B , A . If 'INFO' appears in the display, the index menu of the loaded disc will appear or an introduction will play. In this case, this function will not be available.

PLAY MODE Playback mode: To select Repeat, Shuffle, and Intro Scan REC MODE Recording mode (quality): To select the maximum possible

recording duration

0..9 Number buttons: 0 - 9 Use to select TV channels. DISC-MENU Disc Menu: To display the DVD menu or index screen SYSTEM-MENU System Menu: To display/hide the main menu (menu bar at top of

screen)

SELECT Select: To select a function OK Store/Confirm: To store or confirm an entry

DCAB Cursor : To move left, right, up, or down

RETURN Back: To return to the previous menu step on a video CD (VCD). This

also functions with some DVDs.

CLEAR Delete: To delete last entry or clear programmed recording (TIMER) CHANNEL+ Plus: Next channel

'(title) or 'C'(chapter) in the

CHANNEL- Minus: Previous channel PLAY/PAUSE G9 Play/Pause: To play a recorded disc.

When this button is pressed during playback, the disc is paused. You will see a still picture. When this button is pressed during recording, the disc recording is paused.

N Previous Chapter or Track/Reverse search:

Pressing this button twice during playback will return to the previous chapter/track/ title or press this button once will return to the beginning of the current title/chapter/track. If this button is held down during playback, it will search the disc backward. If this button is held down during a still picture, the disc will play backward in slow motion.

O Next Title/Chapter/Track/Forward search:

Pressing this button once during playback will jump to the next Tiltle/Chapter/Track. If this button is held down during playback, it will search the disc forward. If button is held down during a still picture function, it will search forward in slow motion.

STOP h Stop: To stop playback/recording, except with programmed recordings

(TIMER) Holding down the button will open and close the disc tray.

REC/OTR n Record: To record the current TV channel EDIT EDIT: To display the edit menu or set a chapter marker for a DVD+R

or DVD+RW

TIMER TIMER: To make a TIMER programming with VCR Plus+

without VCR Plus+

system or to alter or clear a programmed TIMER

system /

Additional TV functions

This will only work with TVs with the same remote control code (RC5) (e.g. Philips TVs)

TV VOLUME q TV volume:Increase TV volume TV VOLUME r TV volume:Reduce TV volume

For the following functions, you must hold down the side button DVD/TV and then select the function with the corresponding button.

0..9 Number buttons: 0 - 9: Use to select TV channels. CHANNEL q TV channel number: Select the next higher TV channel. CHANNEL r TV channel number: Select the next lower TV channel.

Front of the Recorder

STANDBY-ON m Switch on or off: To switch the DVD Recorder off or on, interrupt a

function, or interrupt a programmed recording (TIMER)

OPEN/CLOSE J Open/close disc tray:Open/close disc tray PLAY/PAUSE G9 Play/Pause: To play a recorded disc/still picture RECORD n Record: Record the current TV channel PREV N previous chapter or track/reverse search STOP h Stop: Pause playback/recording NEXT O next chapter or track/forward search

At the lower right front corner

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Yellow jack

VIDEO

White/Red jacks

AUDIO left/right

Video input jack: Input for camcorders or video recorders (channel number 'CAM1')

Audio input jacks left/right : Input for camcorders or video recorders (Channel number 'CAM1')

Back of the Recorder

4MAINS Power plug: Connection of the power cord here and to the power

outlet (120V/60Hz)

ANTENNA IN Antenna input: Connect your antenna or Cable TV signal here TV OUT Antenna output:Connection to the TV with an RF coaxial cable

Input jacks (INEXT2)

S-VIDEO (Y/C) SVideo input:Connection for an additional device (channel number

'EXT2'). Switching between jack S-VIDEO (Y/C) and VIDEO

(CVBS) is done automatically.

VIDEO (CVBS) Video input (yellow jack): Connection for an additional device

(channel number 'EXT2')

L AUDIO R Analog audio input (red/white jacks) underneath jack VIDEO

(CVBS) . Audio for jack VIDEO (CVBS) . Connection for an

additional device (channel number 'EXT2')

Input jacks (INEXT1)

AUDIO Analog audio input (red/white jacks) next to jack COMPONENT

VIDEO Y PB PR : Connection for an additional device. Audio input for

component video (channel number 'EXT1')

COMPONENT

VIDEO Y PB PR

Component video input (red/blue/green jacks): Connection for an additional device with component video outputs (channel number 'EXT1')

Output jacks (OUT2)

S-VIDEO (Y/C) OUT SVideo output:Connection for an S-video-compatible TV

VIDEO (CVBS)

OUT

L AUDIO R OUT Analog audio output (red/white jacks) underneath jack VIDEO

Video output (yellow jack): Connection to a TV with video input (CVBS, Composite Video)

(CVBS) . Audio for jack VIDEO (CVBS) OUT . Connection for an additional device

Output jacks (OUT1 480p/480i)

AUDIO OUT Analog audio output (red/white jacks): Connection for an

additional device. Audio output for component video/progressive scan

COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR OUT

Component video output (red/blue/green jacks): Connection for an additional device with component video/progressive scan outputs

Output jack (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT)

DIGITAL AUDIO COAX OUT

Coaxial Digital audio output:Connection for a digital audio device (amplifier/receiver)

The symbols on your DVD Recorder

display

The following symbols may appear on your DVD Recorder display:

Multifunction display/text line

•) Clock

•) Disc/Title play time

•) OTR time

•) Title name

•) Display of the TV channel number / playing time / function.

•) Display of information, warnings

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IIIIIIIIIIIIIII Disc bar: Displays the current position on the disc (disc pointer).

Play/Record: single flashing segment at the current position. Pause: flashing segment on both sides of the current position. Stop: flashing segment at the current position.

TIMER A recording (Timer) has been programmed

TV Modulator is switched off . The antenna signal (RF signal) is only

connected to the TV when the modulator is switched off.

PRO Component Video output set to 'Progressive Scan.' If this is not

displayed, the Component Video output is set to 'Interlaced.'

o((( Remote control command has been sent

SAP Secondary audio program from the tuner is selected

Messages on your DVD Recorder display

The following messages may appear on your DVD Recorder display. If you name a disc, the disc name will appear on the display panel as well.

IS TV ON? The DVD Recorder is currently in the initial installation mode. Switch

on your TV and read section 'Initial installation' in chapter 'Installing your DVD recorder.'

NO SIGNAL No signal or poor signal strength

MENU The on-screen menu display is on.

OPENING Disc tray is opening.

TRAY OPEN Disc tray is open.

CLOSING Disc tray is closing.

READING Disc is being read.

MENU UPDT After a successful recording, the list of disc contents is updated.

INIT MENU After the first recording has been successfully completed on a new disc,

the menu structure is created.

COPY PROT The DVD/video cassette you are trying to copy is copy protected.

WAIT 000 Please wait until this message disappears. The DVD Recorder is busy

processing another operation.

READING

NO DISC No disc has been inserted. If a disc has been inserted, then it is possible

that the disc cannot be read.

INFO Information on the inserted DVD is displayed on the screen.

BUSY The DVD Recorder is busy making changes DVD-compatible.

ERASING Entire disc is being erased.

EMPTYDISC Inserted disc is new or has been completely erased (no recordings

present).

PROTECTED Disc cannot be recorded on.

MAX TITLE The maximum number of titles has been reached for the disc. Each disc

can have a maximum of 48 titles.

MAX CHAP The maximum number of chapters per title/disc has been reached. The

maximum number of chapters per title is 99, and 124 per disc.

DISC FULL Disc is full. There is no room for new recordings.

PAL DISC A disc with PAL recordings has been inserted and an attempt was made

to record an NTSC signal. Insert a new disc or use a disc containing NTSC recordings.

NTSC DISC A disc with NTSC recordings has been inserted and an attempt was

made to record a PAL signal. Insert a new disc or use a disc containing PAL recordings.

RECORDING An unauthorized action was attempted during recording (e.g. pressing

the OPEN/CLOSE J button).

FREETITLE An empty tile is selected.

DISC LOCK An attempt was made to record on a protected disc during playback.

This message will also appear when an attempt is made to insert a chapter marker( EDIT button).

DISC ERR An error occurred when writing the title. If this happens often, please

clean the disc or use a new one. Read section 'Cleaning discs'.

DISC WARN An error occurred when writing the title. The recording will continue,

but the error will be skipped.

SETUP After the automatic channel search, the menu for setting the time/date

appears on the screen.

WAIT 01 During automatic channel search, the detected TV channels are

counted.

BLOCKED It is not possible to close/open the disc tray.

SAFE REC The new recording will be added to the end of all recordings (SAFE

RECORD).

POST-FORMAT After the creation of the menu structure the disc is prepared.

MAGNAVOX The DVD Recorder has been switched on.

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STANDBY The DVD Recorder has been switched off.

Table of contents

AIntroduction 3....................................

Dear customer, 3.................................................................................................

Compatible discs 5..............................................................................................

Region codes 6.....................................................................................................

Technical data 6...................................................................................................

Accessories 6........................................................................................................

Important notes regarding operation 7..........................................................

Cleaning discs 8....................................................................................................

Special functions of your new DVD Recorder 8.........................................

BConnecting the DVD Recorder 10...

Preparing the remote control for operation 10...........................................

Connecting your DVD Recorder to the TV 10............................................

Connecting with Component Video (Y PB PR) cable 11............................

Connecting with S-Video (Y/C) cable 13........................................................

Connecting with Video (CVBS) cable 15........................................................

Connecting only with the RF coaxial cable 16..............................................

CConnecting additional devices 18....

Connecting an additional video recorder, DVD player 18.........................

Connecting the satellite receiver using video (CVBS) or S-video

cable 19..................................................................................................................

Connecting additional devices with only an RF coaxial cable 19..............

Connecting a camcorder to the front jacks 20.............................................

Connecting audio devices to analog audio jacks 20.....................................

Connecting audio devices to the digital audio jack 21.................................

DInstalling your DVD recorder 22......

Initial installation 22.............................................................................................

Automatic TV channel search 24.....................................................................

Adding and deleting TV channels manually 25...............................................

Setting the language 26.......................................................................................

Switching audio recording (Stereo, SAP) 27..................................................

Assigning the VCR Plus+

Setting the time/date automatically 29............................................................

Manually setting the time & date 30................................................................

channel numbers 28............................................

EInformation on the TV screen 31....

Menu bar icons 31...............................................................................................

Menu bar 1 31.......................................................................................................

Menu bar 2 31.......................................................................................................

Field for temporary messages 32.....................................................................

Status box 32........................................................................................................

Disc type icons 32................................................................................................

Disc status icons 33.............................................................................................

Tuner info box 33................................................................................................

Timer info box 33................................................................................................

FPlayback 34........................................

General information regarding playback 34...................................................

Inserting a disc 34................................................................................................

Playing a DVD video disc 35..............................................................................

Playing a DVD+RW or DVD+R 36.................................................................

Playing audio CDs 36..........................................................................................

Playing MP3 CDs 37............................................................................................

Playback of a (Super) Video CD 38.................................................................

GOther playback functions 39.............

Changing to a different chapter/track/title 39...............................................

Disc search 39......................................................................................................

Still picture 40.......................................................................................................

Slow motion 40....................................................................................................

Search with time entry 41..................................................................................

Repeating/Shuffle 41............................................................................................

Repeat a specific segment A-B 42....................................................................

Scan function 42...................................................................................................

Camera angle 43...................................................................................................

Zoom function 43................................................................................................

Changing audio language 44...............................................................................

Subtitles 44............................................................................................................

HRecording 45......................................

General information 45......................................................................................

Recording without automatic switch-off 46...................................................

Pausing recording 48...........................................................................................

Recording with automatic switch-off (OTR one-touch-recording) 48....

Preventing accidental erasing of discs 49........................................................

Lining up recordings within a title (assemble cut) 50..................................

Selecting the recording mode (picture quality) 51.......................................

IManaging disc content 52.................

General 52.............................................................................................................

Favorite Scene Selection 53...............................................................................

Inserting chapter marker 53..............................................................................

Hiding chapters 53...............................................................................................

Deleting chapter markers 55.............................................................................

Changing the index picture 55..........................................................................

Changing the menu background 56.................................................................

Splitting titles 56...................................................................................................

Editing recording titles (name) 57....................................................................

Playing the entire title 57...................................................................................

Deleting recordings/titles 58.............................................................................

Disc settings 59....................................................................................................

Changing disc name 59.......................................................................................

Finalize editing 60.................................................................................................

Finalizing DVD+R's 60........................................................................................

Erasing DVD+RWs 61........................................................................................

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JProgramming a recording

(TIMER) 62..............................................

General 62.............................................................................................................

Programming a recording with the VCR Plus+ Programming a recording without the VCR Plus+

How to change or delete a programmed recording (TIMER) 65.............

Problem solving for programmed recordings 66..........................................

system 62........................

system 64.................

KUser preferences 67..........................

Picture settings 68................................................................................................

Sound settings 69.................................................................................................

Language settings 70............................................................................................

Additional settings 70..........................................................................................

Disc feature menu 71..........................................................................................

LAccess control (Child lock) 72.........

Child lock (DVD and VCD) 72.........................................................................

Activating/Deactivatingthe child lock 72........................................................

Authorizing discs 73............................................................................................

Locking authorized discs 73...............................................................................

Parental control (DVD only) 73.......................................................................

Activating/Deactivatingthe parental control 74............................................

Changing the country 75....................................................................................

Changing the PIN 76...........................................................................................

MBefore you call technical support 77

Table of contents

AIntroduction

Dear customer,

Instruction manuals are usually very dry since they are technically-oriented and often poorly translated. I have been employed for this reason.

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Phil. I will be guiding you through the instruction manual and try to be of help in operating your new device. At appropriate points along the way, I will be providing you with the following information:

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(Question)?

Here I will be explaining seemingly unimportant things.

I hope you have lots of fun with your new DVD Recorder.

Tip

Here I will be giving you instructions on functions that help make it easier to use your DVD Recorder.

Problem

Here I will help you find the cause of problems and their solutions.

Phil

P.S.: If you have questions or if problems come up during operation, please see the helpful information in the chapter 'Before you call technical support'. If this doesn't help you resolve the problem, please call Magnavox at 1-800-705-2000.

Introduction

Welcome to the large family of DVD owners.

Thank you for buying a MRV640/17 . Please take the time to read this owner's manual before using your DVD Recorder. It contains important information and notes regarding operation. The DVD Recorder should not be turned on immediately after transportation from a cold to a hot area or vice versa, or in conditions of extreme humidity. Wait at least three hours after transporting the device. The DVD Recorder needs this to acclimate to its new environment (temperature, air humidity, etc.).

Your team hopes you will enjoy

using your new DVD Recorder.

What is a DVD?

DVDs (Digital Versatile Discs) are the new storage medium that combines the convenience of the Compact Disc with the latest advanced digital video technology. DVD Video uses state-of-the-art MPEG2 data compression technology that allows an entire film to be put on a single 5-inch disc.

How high is the resolution compared to VHS?

The crystal-clear digital pictures have a resolution of over 500 lines, with 720 pixels (picture elements) per line. This resolution is more than double that of VHS and is superior to Laser Discs. The quality can be compared to digital masters made in recording studios.

What is DVD+RW?

DVD+ReWritable (DVD+RW) uses phase-change media, the same technology that formed the basis for CD-ReWritable. A high-power laser is used to change the reflectivity of the recording layer. This process means the disc can be recorded on more than a thousand times.

What is DVD+R?

DVD+R (recordable DVD). In contrast to DVD+RW, this disc can only be recorded once. If a disc has not been finalized after recording, it can continue to be recorded upon in the DVD Recorder. Old recordings can be later deleted, but they cannot be overwritten. The deleted titles are marked as 'Deleted title.' For this disc to be played in a DVD player, it must be 'finalized' in the DVD Recorder. After this has been completed, no further recordings can be added.

What can my DVD Recorder do?

Your DVD Recorder is a Recorder and Player for digital video discs, with a two-way compatibility to the universal DVD Video standard. This means that:

•)existing pre-recorded DVDs can be played.

•)recordings made on your DVD Recorder can play on existing DVD Video players and DVD-ROM drives. In some cases, the discs may have to be finalized before they will play on other DVD players.

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Compatible discs

Using this DVD Recorder, you can play and record on the following discs:

Recording and Playback

DVD+RW (Digital Versatile Disc + Rewritable); can be recorded on over and over.

DVD+R (Digital Versatile Disc + recordable); can be recorded on once.

Playback only:

DVD Video (Digital Versatile Disc)

DVD-R (DVD-Recordable) Can only be played back when the recording was made in 'video mode' and the recording was finalized.

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DVD-RW (DVD-Rewritable) Can only be played back when the recording was made in 'video mode' and the recording was finalized.

Audio CD (Compact Disc Digital Audio)

Super Audio CD (only plays the CD layer of a hybrid SACD)

Video CD (Formats 1.0, 1.1, 2.0)

Super Video CD

CD-R (CD-Recordable) with Audio/MP3 contents

CD-RW (CD-Rewritable) with Audio/MP3 contents

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Region codes

Because DVD films are usually not released at the same time in all regions of the world, all DVD players are keyed to a specific region code. Discs can be assigned an optional region code. If the region codes of the player and disc do not coincide, playback is not possible.

This device will only play Region 1 DVDs or DVDs manufactured to be played in all regions ('ALL'). DVDs from other regions cannot be played in this DVD Recorder. The number within the globe represents the region of the world. Region 1 represents: U.S, Canada, upper regions of North America, Bermuda, U.S. Virgin Islands and smaller regions near Australia.

Technical data

Voltage : 120/60Hz Power consumption : 27W Power consumption (Standby): Less than 3W (clock display off) Measurements in inches (W/H/D): 17.12 x 2.78 x 13.58 (disc tray closed), 18.90 (disc tray

open)

Weight without packaging approx.: 9.26 lb Power failure/no power supply: Channel and timer data will remain stored for approx. 1 year,

the clock data for approx. 12 hours.

Operating position:max. inclination of 10 degrees in any direction Ambient temperature:59 °F - 95 °F Humidity: 25% - 75%

Accessories

Owner's manual Warranty booklet Quick Use Guide Remote control and batteries RF coaxial cable Power cable Audio cable (with red/white plugs) Video cable (yellow plugs)

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Important notes regarding operation

Caution! Visible and invisible laser radiation. When open avoid exposure to beam.

Because of the danger of eye injury, only qualified service personnel should remove the cover or attempt to service this device.

LASER

Type: Semiconductor laser InGaAlP (DVD), AlGaAs (CD) Wavelength: 660nm (DVD), 780nm (CD) Output power (out of objective): 20mW (DVD+RW writing), 0.8mW (DVD reading), 0.3mW (CD reading). Beam divergence: 82 degrees (DVD), 54 degrees (CD)

Danger: High voltage! Do not open! There is a risk of an electrical shock!

The machine does not contain any components that can be repaired by the customer. Please leave all maintenance work to qualified personnel.

As soon as the DVD Recorder is connected to the power supply, there are some components that are in constant operation. To switch off the DVD Recorder completely you must disconnect it from the power supply.

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If you disconnect the DVD Recorder from the power supply, pull out the power cord's plug from the wall outlet, not only the plug from the 4MAINS jack at the rear of the Recorder. Children playing near the device could suffer injuries at the free end of the cable.

This Owner's manual has been printed on non-polluting paper. Deposit old batteries at the appropriate collection points. Please make use of the facilities available in your country for disposing of the packaging in a way

that helps protect the environment. This electronic device contains many materials that can be recycled. Please enquire about the

possibilities for recycling your old device.

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In a cabinet, allow about 2.5 cm (1 inch) of free space around the Recorder for adequate ventilation.

Make sure that air can circulate freely through the ventilation slots on the machine. Do not place the device on an unsteady base.

Make sure that no objects or liquids enter the Recorder. Do not place vases or similar objects on the DVD Recorder. If liquid spills into it, immediately disconnect the Recorder from the power supply and call service for advice.

Keep the DVD Recorder away from domestic heating equipment and other sources of heat, as well as direct sunlight.

Do not place any combustible objects on the device (candles, etc.). Make sure children do not place any foreign objects into the openings or the disc tray.

Cleaning discs

Some problems occur because the disc inside the Recorder is dirty (frozen picture, sound disruptions, picture distortions). To avoid these problems, discs should be cleaned on a regular basis.

When a disc is dirty, clean it with a soft cloth. Wipe the disc from the center to the edge in a straight line.

Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static sprays intended for analog discs.

Can I use a cleaning disc intended for DVD players?

Since the optical unit (laser) of the DVD Recorder operates at a higher power than regular DVD or CD players, these kinds of cleaning CDs may damage the optical unit (laser).

Therefore, refrain from using a cleaning CD!

Special functions of your new DVD

Recorder

Your MAGNAVOX DVD Recorder has special functions that will make day-to-day use of your new DVD Recorder easier for you.

This screen provides an overview of the disc. Each index picture represents a recording. At the right-hand side of the screen, a disc pointer graphically displays the duration and position on the disc of the selected recording.

This function can be used to delete commercial interruptions during a film, as well as other scenes. The corresponding scenes are marked, then skipped as desired. This is saved on the DVD so any DVD player will also skip these scenes. You must make edits compatible.

Introduction

MP3 files are highly compressed pieces of music. The amount of data of the original audio material is reduced by 1/10 of the original size using a special process. This enables you to fit up to 10 hours of music on a single CD. These music CDs can be played using this Recorder.

As a rule, a recording is made at the current position. This is similar to a video tape, e.g. in the middle of the tape. By holding down the REC/OTR n button, the recording will be made at the end of all other recordings. This helps avoid overwriting previous recordings. New recordings on a DVD+R will always be added after the end of all recordings.

The DVD Recorder can play DVDs and CDs. DVD+Rs and DVD+RWs made using this DVD Recorder can be played in most current (and future) DVD players.

This is a standard from Dolby Laboratories for the transmission of 5.1 channel sound. This acoustical playback system is used to transmit five full channels. In addition, one channel is used exclusively for low frequencies (effects). Speakers are positioned at front left, center, and front right, as well as rear left and right. This is currently the most common system, used in movie theaters. This DVD Recorder records each sound in two-channel Dolby Digital on a DVD+RW.

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

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by US patent numbers 4631603, 4577216, 4819098, and 4907093, as well as other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is only intended for home use and other pay-per-view applications. Macrovision must provide written authorization for any other use. Changes to the device, reverse engineering, or disassembly is prohibited.

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Simple programming system for DVD recorders. Simply enter the code associated with your television program. This number is located in your television listings magazine.

VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. US patent Nr.: 6,466,734; 6,430,359; 6,091,882; 6,049,652; 5,335,079; 5,307,173

In order to identify your machine for service questions or in the event of theft, enter the serial number here. The serial number (PROD. NO). is printed on the type plate fixed at the rear of the recorder:

MODEL NO. MRV640/17

PROD. NO. ..................

Introduction

BConnecting the DVD Recorder

Preparing the remote control for

operation

The remote control and its batteries are packed separately in the original DVD Recorder packaging. You must install the batteries in the remote control - as described in the paragraph below - before use.

Take the remote control and the enclosed batteries (2 AA).

Remove the battery compartment lid, insert the batteries as

shown, then replace the battery compartment lid. Always install the +/- ends of the batteries as indicated inside the battery compartment.

The remote control is now ready to use. Use it within approximately 16-32 feet (5 to 10 meters) of the Recorder.

'Correct aiming' of the remote control

In the following sections, you require the remote control for the first time. When using the remote control, always aim the front part of it at the DVD recorder, not the TV.

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Connecting your DVD Recorder to the TV

The necessary cable connections must be made before you can record or playback TV programs using your DVD recorder.

Connect the DVD Recorder directly to the TV. Connecting a video cassette recorder between the DVD Recorder and the TV could result in poor picture quality.

When you install your DVD Recorder for the first time, select one of the following options:

Connecting with Component Video (Y PB PR, YUV) / Progressive Scan (Y PB PR)

If your TV is equipped with Component Video (Y PB PR, YUV) / Progressive Scan (Y PB PR) inputs

Connecting with SVideo (Y/C)

If your TV is equipped with a S-Video (SVHS) jack.

Connecting with a Video (CVBS) cable

If your TV is equipped with a Video (CVBS) jack.

Connecting only with the RF coaxial cable

If your TV has only an Antenna-In jack (no other audio and video in jacks) or you do not wish to use any other cable; the TV's Antenna In jack may be labeled ANT IN, RF IN, 75 ohm, etc. Check your TV instructions for details.

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Connecting with Component Video

(Y PB PR) cable

Component Video is the highest quality system for transmitting video by splitting the video signal into the Y (brightness), U and V (red minus brightness, blue minus brightness) components. The signals are sent over separate lines. These cables and the corresponding jacks are usually red, green, and blue.

In addition, the signal can be 'interlaced' or may use 'progressive scan.'

Interlaced

The regular video/TV signal is interlaced, i.e. the even and odd lines are formed as half pictures in an alternate fashion.

Progressive scan

With progressive scan, each picture is structured (approx. 50/60 times per second depending on the TV system) as a complete picture, i.e. the even and odd lines are formed together. Disruptive picture flickering is avoided as is the case with 100 Hz TV devices.

Have the following cables ready: an RF coaxial cable (1, supplied), a power cable (2, supplied), a Component Video (Y PB PR) cable (3, red, green, blue plugs) or a corresponding video-compatible RCA cable, audio cables (4, red/white plugs).

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Remove the antenna or Cable TV signal from your TV. Insert it into the ANTENNA IN jack at the back of the DVD recorder.

Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the TV OUT jack at the back of the DVD Recorder and connect the other end to the antenna input jack on TV.

Use the Component Video (Y PB PR) cable and connect one end to the red, blue, green COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR OUT jacks at the back of the DVD Recorder and the other end to the Component Video In jacks of the TV.

If your TV set is equipped with a 'progressive scan' jacks, please use these jacks instead. (Usually called 'Video In Y CB CR'. Please see your TV's instruction manual).

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Please note the color order

The colors of the jacks on the DVD Recorder must match those on the TV (red-red/blue-blue/green-green). If they are not matched properly, this could cause the color of the picture to be reversed or there could be no picture at all.

Connect audio cables to the AUDIO OUT jacks at the back of the DVD Recorder (next to COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR OUT ) and to the red/white Audio In jacks of the TV (usually called Audio in', 'AV in', please see your TV's instruction manual).

Switch on the TV. If necessary, set the TV to the Component Video channel. If necessary, see the operating instructions for your TV. Or, go to channel zero on your TV, then keep changing channels down until you see the DVD Recorder screens (when the Recorder is on). This is not channel 3 or 4 as it would be if you used only the RF coaxial cable connection.

Connect the supplied power cable to the mains jack

4MAINS at the back of the DVD Recorder and to a power supply. The most important features of the DVD Recorder will appear on the display. After the initial installation is completed, this function will be switched off. To switch on this function again, read in the section 'Standby' in the chapter 'User preferences'.

Press STANDBY-ON m on the recorder. 'IS TV ON?' will appear on the display.

Then, read 'Initial installation' in the chapter 'Installing your DVD recorder'.

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Switching TV and DVD Recorder to 'Progressive scan'

The factory settings of the DVD Recorder are set to 'Interlaced'. If you

selected the 'Progressive scan' connection during installation, you must

switch the 'Component Video output' of the DVD Recorder and, if

necessary, the 'Component Video input' of the TV to 'Progressive scan.'

Switching the TV

Please select 'Progressive scan' for the Component Video input on the

TV. If necessary, see your TV instruction manual.

If your TV is equipped with separate input jacks for Interlaced and

Progressive, connect the DVD Recorder to the jack that supports

'Progressive scan.'

Switching the DVD Recorder

1 Disconnect the recorder's power cord.

2 Hold down N on the front of the DVD Recorder while

reconnecting the power cord. 'PRO' (progressive scan) will appear on the display.

3 If you want to switch back, repeat steps 1 and 2 . 'PRO'

(progressive scan) will disappear from the display. The DVD Recorder is switched to 'Interlaced.'

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Connecting the DVD Recorder

Connecting with SVideo (Y/C) cable

This connecting cable, also known as the SVHS cable, is used to transmit the brightness signal (Y signal) and color signal (C signal) separately. This mini DIN jack/plug is also called a Hosiden jack/plug.

Have the following cables ready: an RF coaxial cable (1, supplied), a power cable (2, supplied), an S-video (SVHS) cable (3), an audio cables (4, with red/white ends).

Remove the antenna or Cable TV signal from your TV. Insert it into the ANTENNA IN jack at the back of the DVD recorder.

Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the TV

OUT jack at the back of the DVD Recorder and connect the other end to the antenna input jack on TV.

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Connect an S-Video (SVHS) cable to the S-VIDEO (Y/C) OUT jack at the back of the DVD Recorder and to the S-Video

(SVHS) In jack of the TV (usually called S-Video in or SVHS in. See your TV's instruction manual).

Connect an audio cable to the red/white AUDIO L/R OUT jacks at the back of the DVD Recorder (next to S-VIDEO (Y/C) OUT ) and to the corresponding red/white audio input jacks of the TV (usually called 'Audio in', 'AV in'. See your TV's instruction manual).

Switch on the TV. Select the corresponding S-Video Input channel. For the channel number, please see your TV's instruction manual.

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Connect the supplied power cable to the mains jack

Press STANDBY-ON m on the recorder. 'IS TV ON?' will appear on the display.

Then, read 'Initial installation' in the chapter 'Installing your DVD recorder'.

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Connecting with Video (CVBS) cable

This cable, usually featuring yellow plugs, is used for transmitting the Composite Video signal (FBAS, CVBS). In this method of transmission the color signal and the brightness signal are transmitted on the same cable. Under certain circumstances, this may lead to problems with the picture, such as 'Moiré' patterns. However, it is one of the most common and likely connections to a TV.

Have the following cables ready: an RF coaxial cable (1, supplied), a power cable (2, supplied), a video (CVBS) cable (3, with yellow ends), and an audio cables (4 with red/white ends).

Remove the antenna or Cable TV signal from your TV. Connect it to the ANTENNA IN jack at the back of the DVD recorder.

Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the TV

OUT jack at the back of the DVD Recorder and connect the other end to the antenna input jack on TV.

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Connect a video (CVBS) cable to the yellow VIDEO (CVBS)

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OUT jack at the back of the DVD Recorder and to the Video In jack (usually yellow) of the TV (usually called Video in or AV in. See your TV's instruction manual).

Connect an audio cable to the red/white L AUDIO R OUT jacks at the back of the DVD Recorder (under VIDEO (CVBS) ) and to the corresponding red/white audio input jacks of the TV (usually called 'Audio in' or 'AV in'. See your TV's instruction manual).

Switch on the TV. Switch the TV to the Video/Audio input channel. For the channel number, please see your TV's instruction manual.

Connect the supplied power cable to the mains jack

Press STANDBY-ON m on the recorder. 'IS TV ON?' will appear on the display.

Then, read 'Initial installation' in the chapter 'Installing your DVD recorder'.

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Connecting only with the RF coaxial cable

USE THIS CONNECTION IF YOUR TV ONLY HAS A SINGLE ANTENNA IN JACK AND DOES NOT HAVE ANY AUDIO/VIDEO JACKS. Please observe that you must set the TV to the RF Input channel (channel 3 or 4 as with a VCR).

Have the following cables ready: an RF coaxial cable (1, supplied), and a power cable (2, supplied).

Switch off your TV.

Remove the antenna or Cable TV signal from the antenna input

jack of the TV. Insert it into the ANTENNA IN jack at the back of the DVD recorder.

Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the TV OUT jack at the back of the DVD Recorder and connect the other end to the antenna input jack on TV.

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Connect the supplied power cable to the mains jack

Press STANDBY-ON m on the recorder. 'IS TV ON?' will appear on the display.

Switch on your TV and select the channel normally used for DVD or VCR playback on your TV. Choose channel 3 or 4.

How do I switch the Recorder between channel 3 and 4?

The factory setting is for channel 3. However, if you would like to

switch to channel 4, proceed as follows:

1 Hold 4 on the remote control while 'IS TV ON?' is displayed.

2 'C04' (channel 4) will appear on the display.

3 If you want to switch back to channel 3, hold 3 .'C03' (channel 3)

will appear on the display.

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Switch your TV to the selected channel (channel 3 or 4). Use therefor your TV remote control. The DVD Recorder's menu for language selection will appear on the TV screen.

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a I don't see a menu for language selection

b Check the cable connections.

b Is 'DVDR' (DVD Recorder operation) lit up in the display?

If not, press the TV/DVD button until 'DVDR' is lit.

b Change between channel 3 and 4 on the TV.

Use the same TV channel number (3 or 4) in the future for DVD recorder playback.

Then, read 'Initial installation' in the chapter 'Installing your DVD recorder'.

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Initial Setup

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Press OK to continue

Connecting the DVD Recorder

CConnecting additional devices

You can connect additional devices such as decoders, satellite receivers, camcorders, etc. to the

S-VIDEO (Y/C) , VIDEO (CVBS) , COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR and L AUDIO R , AUDIO jacks on the recorder. Switching between S-VIDEO (Y/C) and VIDEO (CVBS) is

done automatically. The DVD recorder must be connected directly to the TV (connect S-VIDEO (Y/C) OUT ,

VIDEO (CVBS) OUT ,or COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR OUT directly to the TV). If there is a VCR in between, the picture quality may be poor because of the copy protection system built into the DVD recorder.

Can I also connect other devices with 'Progressive scan'?

The COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR In jacks are only used for 'interlaced' signals. Signals using progressive scan cannot be processed by the DVD recorder.

Connecting an additional video recorder, DVD player

You can connect a VCR or a DVD player to the input jacks of the Recorder. Please use the

S-VIDEO (Y/C) In jack and the L AUDIO R In jacks for SVHS video recorders.

Please be aware

Most pre-recorded video cassettes and DVDs are copy protected. When you attempt to copy them, the 'COPY PROT' message will appear in the DVD Recorder display.

a When copying video cassettes, 'NO SIGNAL' appears in the

DVD Recorder display

b Check whether the cable plugs fit correctly. b If the recording is made from a VCR, adjust the "tracking" on the

VCR.

b In case of bad, non-standard video input signals, the DVD Recorder

may not be able to detect the signal.

a When copying from DVDs or precopied video cassettes, the

picture is grainy and the brightness fluctuates.

b This occurs when you attempt to copy copy-protected DVDs or

video cassettes. Although the picture on the TV is OK, the recording is distorted on a DVD+R or DVD+RW. Copy-protected DVDs and video cassettes cannot be copied without these disruptions.

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Connecting additional devices

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