Palsonic DVDR111 Owner Manual

Operating
Instructions

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PALSONIC CORPORATION PTY LTD

1 JOYNTON AVENUE

WATERLOO NSW 2017 AUSTRALIA

TEL: [phone]

FAX: [phone]

www.palsonic.com.au

PALSONIC CUSTOMER SERVICE

TELEPHONE

AUSTRALIA: 1300 657 888

DVDR111 DVD RECORDER

Selecting Subtitles

Safety Precautions

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

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

WARNING:

C A U T I O N :

ATTENTION:

C A U T I O N :

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE

AVIS

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PART INSIDE. REFER

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE, DUE TO THE HIGH RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE
PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL SHOULD
ATTEMPT THIS.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, AND
FULLY INSERT.

POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUE, INTRODUIRE LALAME LAPLUS LARGE DE LA
FICHE DANS LABORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LAPRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOUD.

This Digital Video Disc Player employs a Laser System. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to
open the enclosure.
Visible laser radiation emits when open and interlocks are defeated.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.

DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for future reference.
Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorised service location, or contact us. Only qualified service personnel
should remove the cover.

PAS OUVRIR

WA R N I N G:

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

Since it is very usual for DVD movies to be released at different times in different regions of the world, all players have
region codes and disks can have an optional region code. If you load a disk of a different region code to your player, you
will see the region code notice on the screen. The disk will not play, and should be unloaded.

Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by us or parties authorised by us will void all the
manufacture warranties.

THE REGION CODE FOR THE UNIT IS 4.

Note:
Playback of individual DVDs and CDs on Palsonic

DVD Player and Recorder:
DVD-R/RW in DVD video format and CD-R/RW in CD-DA or in MP3 format can be played. Due to quality differences of

the media as well as peculiarities of the recording it can occur, nevertheless, that individual DVDs or CDs cannot be read.
In such cases, it is not due to a malfunction of the playing equipment.

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For Customer Use:

In spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located on the rear panel of your DVD video player.

Model No. Serial No.

Retain this information for future reference.

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Safety Information

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Please carefully study this manual and always keep it available. There are, however, some installation and operation precautions which you
should be aware of.

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet

basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.

9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.

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

11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarisation - This product may be equipped with a polarised alternating­current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised plug.
Alternate Warnings - This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug
having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This
is a safety feature, If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention
to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14. Protective Attachment Plug - The product is equipped with an attachment plug having
overload protection. This is a safety feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or
resetting of protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A

technician has used a replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the original plug.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size or grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode.

16. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power­line surges.

17. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits,
or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from
touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

18. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or

short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

22. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorised substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other products (including amplifiers)

that produce heat.

FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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Introduction

Your recorder design combines the functionalities of a DVD player and
recorder. As a DVD player, you will be able to enjoy full length movies
with true cinema picture quality, and stereo or multichannel sound
(depending on the disc and your playback system). This player
includes KODAK picture CD and JPEG file readability, to view family
photos in slide show presentation. Playback standard CD's, and
personal MP3 & WMA files. It supports video connections such as
component, S-Video and progressive scan for greater picture clarity

DVD + ReWritable

What's more, as a DVD Video Recorder, it has some of the key features
that allow you to record programs conveniently such as:

A complete DVD+RW/DVD+R recorder.
Preset recording
Playback of pre-recorded or user-recorded DVDs and CDs
View, edit and play from a pre-recorded DVD+RW.

UNPACKING

When shipping the player, the original shipping carton and packing comes in handy. For maximum
protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. It is normal for your changer tray to
partially open after you have unpacked the unit. This is a feature designed to allow easier access to disc
inside the tray during diagnostics.

First check and identify the contents of your player package, as listed below:

- DVD Recorder

- Remote control

- Audio Cable

- Video Cable

- Owner's manual

- Size AAA batteries (2)
If any item should be damaged or missing, please inform your supplier without delay.

Keep the packaging materials as you may need them to transport your player in the future.

WHERE TO PLACE YOUR DVD RECORDER

1. Place the unit on a firm, flat surface.

2. When you place this player near a radio or VCR the playback picture may become poor and/or
distorted. In this situation, move the DVD video player away from the other units.

3. Keep away from direct sunlight & domestic heating equipment.

4. If placed in a cabinet, please allow at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) of free space around the player for
proper ventilation.

I.LINK DVD

TO OBTAIN A CLEAR PICTURE

This player is a high-tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn
down, the picture quality will become poor. To obtain a clear picture, we recommend regular inspection and
maintenance (i.e. cleaning or parts replacement) every 1,000 hours of use depending on the operating
environment. For details, please contact your nearest dealer.

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Table of Contents

Safety Precautions .............................

Safety Information ..............................

Introduction.........................................

Table of Contents ..............................

Identification of Controls.....................

Connection .........................................

MP3, Progressive Scan......................

Playing Back a Disc ...........................

Playing a Normal Disc .......................

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

General Features ...............................

Locating a Specific Title,

Chapter or Track.................................

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2

3

4

5

7

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KODAK Picture CD/JPEG/MP3 Playback ....

Using the On-screen Display.........................

Setting the Parental Lock...............................

Customising DVD Function Settings .............

Recording Options ........................................

Channel Search ............................................

Normal Recording .........................................

One-Touch Record .......................................

Time Record .................................................

Editing ...........................................................

Editing a Title of DVD+RW ...........................

Editing a Disc of DVD+RW or DVD+R ......

Specifications ................................................

Trouble Shooting Guide ................................

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30
32
33
34

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38

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Playing Repeatedly.............................

Playing in Random Order...................

Selecting Camera Angles, Language

& Audio Settings ................................

Playing in a Favourite Order ..............

Selecting Subtitles .............................

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Attachment ....................................................

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Identification of Controls

FRONT PANEL

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1

2

3

4

POWER

1

COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT (FRONT)

2

AUDIO INPUT (FRONT RIGHT)

3
4

AUDIO INPUT (FRONT LEFT)
CHANNEL -

5
6

CHANNEL +

REAR PANEL

1

10

11

12

5

2

3

7

6

7
8
9

10
11

12

4

5

9

8

INPUT
RECORD
PREVIOUS
NEXT
FAST REVERSE
FAST FORWARD

11

12

13

13

14
15

16

14

STOP
PLAY
PAUSE
OPEN/CLOSE

15

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1

AUDIO OUTPUT

2

COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT

3

COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT
AUDIO INPUT (REAR LEFT/RIGHT)

4

COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT (REAR)

5

DIGITAL AUDIO-OPTICAL OUTPUT

6

8

10

9

7

DIGITAL AUDIO-COAXIAL OUTPUT

8

S-VIDEO OUTPUT

9

S-VIDEO INPUT (REAR)

RF SIGNAL OUTPUT

10

RF SIGNAL INPUT

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I.LINK DV

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Identification of Controls

REMOTE CONTROL

THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW DESCRIBE THE
FUNCTIONS OF THE REMOTE CONTROL.

1. STANDBY

2. MUTE

3. I/P
(INTERLACE / PROGRESSIVE)

4. RANDOM

5. REPEAT

6. ADD/CLEAR

7. DIRECTION
(UP / DOWN / LEFT / RIGHT)

8. SELECT

9. EDIT

10. INPUT
11 .REC/OTR

(RECORD / ONE-TOUCH RECORD)
1 2 .DISC OPERATION

13. TIMER

14. PREVIOUS

15. NEXT

16. ANGLE

19. FORWARD

20. SLOW

21. SETUP

22. OPEN / CLOSE

23. NUMBERS

24. TITLE

25. GOTO

26. RETURN

27. PLAY

28. STOP

29. CHANNEL -/+

30. VOLUME -/+

31. MENU

32. SUBTITLE

33. PAUSE / STEP

34. DISPLAY

35. NAVIGATION

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11

12
13

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15

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17

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19

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21

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2
3
4
5

6
7
8

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17. AUDIO

18. REVERSE

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Connection

CONNECTION FOR AUDIO OUTPUT

Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound (GOOD)

Enjoy Dolby Pro Logic Surround by connecting an
amplifier and speaker system (right and left front
speakers, a centre speaker, and one or two rear
speakers).

Audio cable
(Analog out)

Amplifier

Enjoying Digital Stereo Sound (BETTER)

Enjoy the dynamic sound of Digital Stereo by
connecting an amplifier equipped with a digital
audio input and speaker system.

or

Audio cable

Amplifier

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Connection

CONNECTION FOR VIDEO OUTPUT

GOOD

Video cable

BETTER

Video cable

Connect your recorder with the S-Video cable, if the TV
has an S-Video input. Do not connect the yellow video
cable if using the S-Video cable.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT (BEST)

The Component Video input allows you to enjoy the best
picture quality from a DVD video disc.

Connect your recorder with Y Video, Pr Video and
Pb Video, if TV has Progressive Scan or Component
Video Input.

During stop status, press I/P button on remote
control unit to switch between Progressive Scan or
Interlace Scan, or switch these two modes in
General Setup from the Setup Menu.

Pr VIDEO OUT

Pb VIDEO OUT

Y VIDEO OUT

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Connection

Connection

CONNECTION FOR TV TUNER

YOUR RECORDER

Signal Input

Signal Output

NOTE

Refer to the manual of the connected TV.
Turn off the power and unplug both units before setting up any connections.
RF out is signal pass-thru ONLY. Use A/V, S-Video, or Component outputs for playback. For TV without A/V inputs,
an RF Modulator Accessory RF-150 will be required.

CONNECTION WITH A DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER

NOTE

Refer to the manual of the connected system.
Turn off the power and unplug both units before setting up any connections.

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Connection

Connection

THE RECORDER ALLOWS YOU TO ENJOY OR RECORD PROGRAMS WITH SIGNAL FROM AV SYSTEMS SUCH
AS VCR, DVD PLAYER, ETC.

CONNECTION FOR AV SIGNAL (AV REAR INPUT)

YOUR RECORDER

Audio In

or

External Signal AV

TV Set

Connect your recorder with the S-Video cable, if the Signal
Source has an S-Video input. Do not connect the yellow
video cable if using the S-Video cable.

NOTE

Refer to the manual of the connected system.
Turn off the power and unplug both units before setting up any connections.

Video In

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Connection

POWER

NEXTPREV

RECORD

INPUT

CH+CH-

OPEN/CLOSE

VIDEO

R ---- AUDIO ---- L

DVD PLAYER & RECORDER

Connection

CONNECTION FOR AV SIGNAL (A/V FRONT INPUT)

RECORDER REAR

RECORDER FRONT

Audio Out

Video Out

EXTERNAL SIGNAL AV

S-VIDEO

Video In

Audio In

AUDIO

VIDEO

Connect your recorder with the S-Video cable, if the Signal
Source has an S-Video input. Do not connect the yellow
video cable if using the S-Video cable.

NOTE

Refer to the manual of the connected system.
Turn off the power and unplug both units before setting up any connections.

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MP3 & Progressive Scan

WHAT IS MP3?

MP3 refers to a new format of music files available for playback over the internet. The popularity of MP3 allows
people to download music from MP3 websites onto ones home computer.

WHAT IS PROGRESSIVE SCAN?

Progressive Scan creates a picture with double the scan lines of traditional component video pictures and
creates a sharper image. The advantages of progressive scan video output are reduced picture flickering and
motion artifacts as well as a sharper image on large screens.

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 authorised by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on
cable, play in public, and rent copyrighted material without
permission.
DVD video discs are copy protected, and any recordings
made from these discs will be distorted.

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

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished works.
© 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Playing Back a Disc

PLAYING A NORMAL DISC

1. Power on your recorder.

2. Insert a DVD disc.

3. Press direction keys or the number buttons to select the title.

OPEN/CLOSE

Title 1

Title 3

Title 2

Title 4

4. Press the SELECT or PLAY button.
The DVD video player will start playback from the title selected.

5. To remove the disc, press the OPEN/CLOSE button.

SELECT

PLAY

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