Pioneer DVR-310, DVR-7000, DVR-330-S User Manual

DVD Recorder

DVR-330-S

Operating Instructions

IMPORTANT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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WARNING

Before plugging in for the first time, read the following

section carefully.

The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230V or 120V) written on the rear panel.

The following caution label appears on your unit. Location: inside of the unit

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CAUTION

The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).

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Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 ºC – +35 ºC (+41 ºF – +95 ºF); less than 85 %RH (cooling vents not blocked) Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or strong artificial light)

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VENTILATION CAUTION

When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least 10 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 10 cm at each side).

WARNING

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet or a bed.

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POWER-CORD CAUTION

Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement.

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Contents

01 Before you start

Features What’s in the box Putting the batteries in the remote control Using the remote control Disc / content format playback compatibility

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02 Connecting up

Rear panel connections Front panel connections Easy connections Using other types of video output Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver (1) Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver (2) Connecting to an AV amplifier or receiver Connecting other AV sources Plugging in

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03 Controls and displays

Front panel Remote control Display

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04 Getting started

Switching on and setting up Making your first recording Using the built-in TV tuner Basic playback Using the Home Menu Displaying disc information on-screen

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05 Recording

About DVD recording Recording time and picture quality Recorded audio Restrictions on video recording Setting the picture quality/recording time Basic recording from the TV Setting a timer recording Timer recording FAQ Simultaneous recording and playback Recording from an external component Automatic recording from a satellite tuner Recording from a DV camcorder Playing your recordings on other DVD players Initializing a recordable DVD disc

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06 Playback

Introduction Navigating discs Using the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of a disc. Scanning discs Playing in slow motion Frame advance/frame reverse The Play Mode menu Displaying and switching subtitles Switching DVD soundtracks Switching audio channels Switching camera angles

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07 Editing

The Disc Navigator screen Command menu panel options

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08 The PhotoViewer

Playing a slideshow

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09 The Disc Setup menu

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Basic settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Initialize settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Finalize settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

10 The Video/Audio Adjust menu

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11 The Initial Setup menu

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12 Additional information

Resetting the recorder Setting up the remote to control your TV

Screen sizes and disc formats Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions About DV Manual recording modes Language code list Country/Area code list On-screen displays and recorder displays Handling discs Cleaning the pickup lens Condensation Hints on installation Glossary Specifications

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Index

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Before you start

Chapter 1

Before you start

Features

• Chase play

Using chase play you can start watching a recording from the beginning, while continuing to record. For example, you could set a timer recording for a program that you’re going to miss the first 15 minutes of, then start watching while the recorder is still recording the program 15 minutes ahead of you.

• Simultaneous recording and playback

VR mode

This feature allows you to record a broadcast program while watching something else already recorded on the same disc.

• On-screen Help

Use the help screen for the current operation.

• Disc Navigator

The on-screen Disc Navigator makes finding your way around the contents of a disc easy. For recordable DVD content, moving thumbnail images are displayed for ease of use. The Disc Navigator is also where you can edit recordable DVD content.

• Home Menu

The Home Menu gives you on-screen access to all the recorder’s features in one convenient place, from setting up the recorder, to programming a timer recording and editing a recording.

• Progressive scan-compatible

Compared to standard interlaced video, progressive scan effectively doubles the amount of video information fed to your TV or monitor. The result is a stable, flicker-free image. (Check your TV/monitor for compatibility with this feature.)

• Cinema-style surround sound in your home

Connect this recorder to a Dolby Digital and/or DTScompatible AV amp/receiver to enjoy full surround sound effects from Dolby Digital and DTS DVD discs.

• Easy Timer Recording

Setting the recorder to record a program is simple from the Easy Timer Recording screen. Set the channel to record and the recording quality, then graphically set the start and end times of the recording. That’s it!

HELP

VR mode

(DVD-RW only)

button on the remote control to display a

(DVD-RW only)

• Program up to 32 timer recordings

You can program the recorder to record up to 32 programs, up to a month in advance, using the G-Code™ system* for easy programming if you want. As well as single programs, you can specify daily or weekly recordings, too.

* G-Code is registered in at least the following countries: Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan and Singapore.

The G-Code system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

• One Touch Recording

Use One Touch Recording to start recording immediately in 30 minute blocks. Each time you press the button, the recording time is extended by another 30 minutes, up to six hours.

• Optimized recording

Optimized recording adjusts the recording quality automatically if a timer recording will not fit onto a disc with the settings that you made.

• Auto Start Recording from satellite receiver or other set top box

With a satellite receiver or other set top box connected to the

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

you can start and stop recording automatically according to the timer settings of the set top box.

• High quality 16-bit Linear PCM audio

In the

LPCM

uncompressed 16-bit Linear PCM format. This delivers great sounding audio to accompany the high picture quality.

• Picture quality adjustment features

During playback, you can adjust various picture quality settings to improve the picture. You can also adjust the recording picture quality. For example, if you want to make a DVD copy of an old video tape, you can optimize the picture quality before transferring it to disc.

• Find what you want to watch quickly and easily

Unlike video tape that needs to be wound to the correct place, you can jump right to the part of a DVD disc that you want to watch. Search for a point on a disc by title, chapter or time.

• Manual recording

In addition to six preset recording quality modes, the manual recording mode allows you to access 33 different recording quality/time settings, giving you precise control over the recording.

recording mode, audio is recorded in

inputs of this recorder,

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Before you start

• Record from a DV camcorder

This recorder has a built-in DV (Digital Video) input for connection to a DV camcorder. This makes it ideal for transferring camcorder footage to DVD for editing.

• Safe, non-destructive editing

VR mode

When editing Play List content, the actual content of the disc (the Original content) is not touched. The edited version (the Play List content) just points to various parts of the Original content.

• Play Video mode recordings on a regular DVD

Video mode

player

Discs recorded using the Video mode can be played back on regular DVD players, including computer DVD drives

compatible with DVD-Video playback

‘DVD-Video format’ recording: The use of the DVD-

Video format for recording on DVD-R and DVD-RW discs is referred to as recording in ‘Video mode’ on Pioneer’s DVD recorders. Supporting playback of DVD-R / DVDRW discs is optional for manufacturers of DVD playback equipment, and there is DVD playback equipment that does not play DVD-R or DVD-RW discs recorded in the DVD-Video format. Note: ‘Finalization’ is required.

• WMA, MP3 and JPEG file playback

This recorder can play WMA and MP3 audio files and JPEG picture files on CD-R/RW or CD-ROM discs. JPEG picture files can also be played from DVD-R/RW discs.

Before you start

What’s in the box

Please confirm that the following accessories are in the box when you open it.

• Remote control

• AA/R6P dry cell batteries x2

• Audio/video cable (red/white/yellow)

• RF antenna cable

• Power cable

• These operating instructions

Putting the batteries in the remote control

1 Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote control.

2 Insert two AA/R6P batteries into the battery compartment following the indications ( the compartment.

3 Close the cover.

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Important

Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting. Please observe the following:

• Don’t mix new and old batteries together.

• Don’t use different kinds of batteries together— although they may look similar, different batteries may have different voltages.

• Make sure that the plus and minus ends of each battery match the indications in the battery compartment.

• Remove batteries from equipment that isn’t going to be used for a month or more.

• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction’s rules that apply in your country or area.

Using the remote control

Please keep in mind the following when using the remote control:

• Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote and the remote sensor on the unit.

• Remote operation may become unreliable if strong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on the unit’s remote sensor.

• Remote controllers for different devices can interfere with each other. Avoid using remotes for other equipment located close to this unit.

• Replace the batteries when you notice a fall off in the operating range of the remote.

• When the batteries run down or you change the batteries, the remote control mode and TV preset codes are automatically reset. See

Mode

on page 73 and

your TV

on page 75 to reset them.

• Use within the operating range in front of the remote control sensor on the front panel, as shown.

Setting up the remote to control

Remote Control

7 m

• You can control this recorder using the remote sensor of another Pioneer component using the

CONTROL IN

connections

jack on the rear panel. See

on page 12 for more information.

Rear panel

Before you start

Disc / content format playback compatibility

General disc compatibility

This recorder is compatible with a wide range of disc types (media) and formats. Playable discs will generally feature one of the following logos on the disc and/or disc packaging. Note however that some disc types, such as recordable CD and DVD, may be in an unplayable format—see below for further compatibility information.

DVD-Video DVD-R DVD-RW

Note that older models of DVD recorders and DVD writers may reject DVD-RW Ver. 1.2 discs and/or corrupt the data on the disc. If you want to share DVD-RW discs between this recorder and an older recorder/writer, we recommend using Ver. 1.1 discs.

The following table shows older Pioneer DVD recorders’ limited compatibility with DVD-RW Ver. 1.2 discs.

Model

DVR-7000

DVR-310/ DVR-510H

Discs should be finalized in this recorder before playing. Unfinalized

VR mode and Video mode discs may not play.

Cannot read the CPRM information

you load a disc. However, this will not affect playback.

Copy-once protected disc titles will not play.

Playable Recordable

1,2,3

Yes

will show in the display when

Video CDAudio CD CD-R

CD-RW

• Also compatible with KODAK Picture CD

•

is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing

Corporation.

•

is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film Co. Ltd.

This recorder also supports the IEC’s Super VCD standard. Compared to the Video CD standard, Super VCD offers superior picture quality, and allows two soundtracks to be recorded. Super VCD also supports the widescreen size.

VIDEO

Super Video CD (Super VCD)

DVD-R/RW compatibility

This recorder will play and record DVD-R/RW discs. Compatible media:

• DVD-RW Ver. 1.1, Ver. 1.1 / 2x, Ver. 1.2 / 2–4x and Ver. 1.2 / 2–6x

• DVD-R Ver. 2.0 and Ver. 2.0 / 4x / 8x / 16x and Ver.2.1 / 1–8x / 1–16x

Recording formats:

• DVD-R/RW: Video Recording (VR) format and DVDVideo format (Video mode)

Readable formats:

• DVD-R/RW: Video Recording (VR) format and DVDVideo format (Video mode)

CD-R/RW compatibility

This recorder cannot record CD-R or CD-RW discs.

• Readable formats: CD-Audio, Video CD/Super VCD, ISO 9660 CD-ROM* containing MP3, WMA or JPEG files *

ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 compliant. CD physical format: Mode1, Mode2 XA Form1. Romeo and Joliet file systems are both compatible with this recorder.

• Multi-session playback: Yes (except CD-Audio and Video CD/Super VCD)

• Unfinalized disc playback: CD-Audio only

Compressed audio compatibility

• Compatible media: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW

• Compatible formats: MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 (MP3), Windows Media Audio (WMA)

• Sampling rates: 44.1 or 48kHz

• Bit-rates: Any (128Kbps or higher recommended)

• Variable bit-rate (VBR) MP3 playback: Yes

• VBR WMA playback: No

• WMA encoder compatibility: Windows Media Codec 8

(files encoded using Windows Media Codec 9 may be playable but some parts of the specification are not supported; specifically, Pro, Lossless, Voice and VBR)

• DRM (Digital Rights Management) file playback: No (see also DRM in the

• File extensions: .mp3, .wma (these must be used for the recorder to recognize MP3 and WMA files – do not use for other file types)

• File structure: Up to 99 folders / 999 files (if these limits are exceeded, only files and folders up to these limits are playable)

Glossary

on page 85)

Before you start

WMA (Windows Media Audio) compatibility

The Windows Media® logo printed on the box indicates that this recorder can playback Windows Media Audio content.

WMA is an acronym for Windows Media Audio and refers to an audio compression technology developed by Microsoft Corporation. WMA content can be encoded by

using Windows Media Windows Media

series.

Microsoft, Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Player for Windows® XP,

Player 9 or Windows Media® Player 10

JPEG file compatibility

• Compatible formats: Baseline JPEG and EXIF 2.2* still image files *

File format used by digital still cameras

• Sampling ratio: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0

• Horizontal resolution: 160 – 5120 pixels

• Vertical resolution: 120 – 3840 pixels

• Progressive JPEG compatible: No

• File extensions: .jpg, .jpeg, .jif, .jfif (must be used for the recorder to recognize JPEG files – do not use for other file types)

• File structure: The recorder can load up to 99 folders / 999 files at one time

that this on the disc then more can be reloaded)

PC-created disc compatibility

Discs recorded using a personal computer may not be playable in this unit due to the setting of the application software used to create the disc. In these particular instances, check with the software publisher for more detailed information.

Discs recorded in packet write mode (UDF format) are not compatible with this recorder.

Check the DVD-R/RW or CD-R/RW software disc boxes for additional compatibility information.

(if there are more files/folders

Frequently asked questions

• What’s the difference between DVD-R and DVD-RW?

The most important difference between DVD-R and DVD-RW is that DVD-R is a record-once medium, while DVD-RW is a re-recordable/erasable medium. You can re-record/erase a DVD-RW disc approximately 1,000 times.

For more information, see page 32.

• What’s VR mode?

VR (Video Recording) mode is a special mode designed for home DVD recording. It allows flexible editing of recorded material compared to ‘Video mode’. On the other hand, Video mode discs are more compatible with other DVD players.

• How do I change the format of a disc?

Both DVD-R and DVD-RW discs can be initialized for Video mode or VR mode recording. DVD-R discs are ready for Video mode recording when you first load them into the recorder. You can, however, initialize them for VR mode recording from the Disc Setup menu.

DVD-RW discs can be initialized and re-initialized for either mode at any time (although initializing will erase all the data on the disc).

• Can I play my recordable discs in a regular DVD player?

Generally, DVD-R discs and DVD-RW discs recorded in Video mode* are playable in a standard DVD player, but they must be ‘finalized’ first. This process fixes the contents of the disc to make them readable to other DVD players as DVD-Video discs.

DVD-R discs recorded in VR mode are not playable in standard DVD players, but may be playable in other DVD recorders and DVD-ROM drives (in the case of DVD-ROM drives, the disc will need to be finalized first).

DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode are playable in some players and other recorders.

Note that discs may not play due to recording or disc characteristics, scratches or dirt on the disc or pickup lens, etc.

This label indicates playback compatibility with DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode (Video Recording format). However, for discs recorded with a record-only-once encrypted program, playback can only be achieved using a CPRM compatible device.

Note that Pioneer cannot guarantee that discs recorded using this recorder will play on other players.

About DVD recording

Before you start

‘DVD-Video format’ recording: The use of the DVDVideo format for recording on DVD-R and DVD-RW discs is referred to as recording in ‘Video mode’ on Pioneer’s DVD recorders. Supporting playback of DVD-R / DVDRW discs is optional for manufacturers of DVD playback equipment, and there is DVD playback equipment that does not play DVD-R or DVD-RW discs recorded in the DVD-Video format. Note: ‘Finalization’ is required.

This recorder supports the recording of ‘copy-once’ broadcast programs using the CPRM copy protection system (see CPRM on page 33) on CPRM-compliant discs in VR mode. CPRM recordings can only be played on players that are specifically compatible with CPRM.

• Do I need two DVD recorders for editing? What kind of editing can I do?

Unlike editing video tape, you only need one DVD recorder to edit discs. With VR mode discs, you can edit by making a ‘Play List’ of what to play and when to play it. On playback, the recorder plays the disc according to the Play List.

Original

Title 1

Chapter 1

Play List

Title 2Title 1

Title 3Title 2

Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2Chapter 3Chapter 2

Chapter 2Chapter 1Chapter 2

Throughout this manual, you will often see the words Original and Play List to refer to the actual content and the edited version.

•

Original

content refers to what’s actually recorded

on the disc.

•

Play List

content refers to the edited version of the

disc—how the Original content is to be played.

Connecting up

Chapter 2

Connecting up

Rear panel connections

1 32 4 5

AC IN

CONTROL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

7 6

1 AC IN

Connect to a power outlet using the supplied power cable after making all other connections.

2 Audio/video inputs 1 and 3

Two sets of audio/video inputs (stereo analog audio; composite and S-video video) that you can use to connect to satellite receivers, TVs, VCR or other source component for recording.

3 Audio/video outputs 1 and 2

Two sets of audio/video outputs (stereo analog audio; composite and S-video video) that you can use to connect TVs or monitors.

4 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

A high-quality video output for connecting to a TV or monitor with a component video input.

5 ANTENNA IN (RF IN)/OUT

Connect your TV antenna to the jack. The signal is passed through to the

ANTENNA

IN (RF IN)

OUT

jack for connection to your TV.

6 OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT

A digital audio output for connecting to an AV amp/ receiver, Dolby Digital/DTS decoder or other equipment with optical digital input.

7 CONTROL IN

Use to control this recorder from the remote sensor of another Pioneer component with a terminal and bearing the Pioneer

CONTROL OUT CONTROL IN

of the other component to the

of this recorder using a mini-plug cord.

CONTROL OUT



mark. Connect the

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

INPUT 3

VIDEOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT 1

VIDEOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT 2

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

IN OUT

ANTENNA

Front panel connections

VIDEO

INPUT 2

L(MONO)

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

DV IN

8 9

On the right side of the front panel a flip-down cover hides more connections.

8 DV IN

A DV input i.LINK connector, suitable for connecting a DV camcorder.

9 Audio/video input 2

Audio/video input (stereo analog audio; composite and S-video video), especially suitable for camcorders, game consoles, portable audio, etc.

Connecting up

Easy connections

The setup described here is a basic configuration that allows you to record TV programs on both this recorder and your VCR. When watching recordings from this recorder, set your TV to input 1; switch to input 2 to watch a video playing in the VCR.

Important

• This recorder is equipped with copy protection technology. Do not connect this recorder to your TV via a VCR (or your VCR via this recorder) using AV cables, as the picture from this recorder will not appear properly on your TV.

• Before making or changing any rear panel connections, make sure that all components are switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet.

A/V

IN 1

VCR

AC IN

CONTROL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

1 Connect your TV antenna/cable TV outlet to the ANTENNA IN (RF IN) jack on this recorder.

2 Use an RF antenna cable (one is supplied) to connect the ANTENNA OUT jack on this recorder to the antenna input on your VCR.

• If you are not connecting a VCR in the chain, connect this recorder directly to your TV and skip the next step.

3 Use an RF antenna cable to connect the antenna output on your VCR to the antenna input on your TV.

A/V

IN 2

ANTENNA

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

ANTENNA

OUT

ANTENNA

VIDEOAUDIO

INPUT 3

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT 2

A/V

OUT

ANTENNA

OUT

OUTPUT 1

IN OUT

ANTENNA

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

ANTENNA IN (RF IN)

Antenna/cable TV wall outlet

4 Connect the AUDIO and VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (1 or 2) to a set of audio/video inputs on your TV.

Use the supplied three-pin audio/video cable. It is colorcoded to help you match them up (red/white for the right/ left audio connections and yellow for video in/outs). Make sure you match up the left and right outputs with their corresponding inputs for correct stereo sound.

5 Connect your VCR to your TV (A/V IN 2 above) using a set of audio and video cables.

• See the following page if you want to use S-video or component video cables for the video connection.

Connecting up

Using other types of video output

This recorder has standard (composite), S-video and component video outputs. The main difference between them is the quality of the picture. S-video delivers a better picture than composite video, while component video gives better picture quality still. The variety of outputs also gives you the flexibility of connecting your particular equipment using the best connection type available.

COMPONENT

S-VIDEO

INPUT

1 2

INPUT

AC IN

CONTROL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

1 Connecting using an S-video output

S-video carries the picture as separate color and luminance (brightness) signals.

There are two S-video outputs for connection to TVs, monitors, VCRs or other equipment.

• Use an S-video cable (not supplied) to connect an S-VIDEO OUTPUT (1 or 2) to an S-video input on your TV, monitor (or other equipment).

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

VIDEOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

OUTPUT 1

IN OUT

ANTENNA

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT 2

2 Connecting using the component video output

Component video carries the picture as two separate color signals, plus a luminance (brightness) signal.

See also

Component Video Out

on page 69 for how to set up the component video output for use with a progressive scan-compatible TV.

• Use a component video cable (not supplied) to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to a component video input on your TV, monitor (or other equipment).

Connecting up

Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver (1)

If you are using a cable box or satellite receiver with only a few scrambled channels, follow the setup on this page1. If many or all the channels are scrambled, we recommend using the setup on the following page.

Using the setup on this page you can:

• Record unscrambled channels by selecting them on this recorder.

• Record scrambled channels by selecting them on the cable box/satellite receiver and using the Auto Start Recording feature (see

• Watch one channel while recording another.

Important

• Do not connect this recorder ‘through’ your VCR, satellite receiver or cable box. Always connect each component directly to your TV or AV amp/receiver.

Automatic recording from a satellite tuner

A/V OUT

ANTENNA

OUT

on page 42).

A/V IN 1

Cable box/ Satellite receiver

ANTENNA

OUT

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

AC IN

CONTROL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

VIDEOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

VIDEOAUDIO

OUTPUT 2

Antenna/cable TV wall outlet

OUTPUT 1

IN OUT

ANTENNA

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

S-VIDEO

ANTENNA IN (RF IN)

1 Connect RF antenna cables as shown.

This enables you to watch and record TV channels.

2 Connect the AUDIO and VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (1 or 2) on this recorder to a set of audio/video inputs on your TV using a set of A/V cables (as supplied).

This enables you to watch the output from this recorder.

3 Connect the audio/video output of your cable box/satellite receiver to the INPUT jacks on this recorder using a set of A/V cables.

This enables you to record scrambled TV channels.

Note

1. The diagram shows standard video connections, but you can alternatively use the S-video or component video connections if they’re available.

Connecting up

Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver (2)

If many or all the channels you receive by cable or satellite are scrambled, we recommend using this setup. Using the setup on this page you can:

• Record any channel by selecting it on the cable box/satellite receiver.

• Record using the Auto Start Recording feature (see

Automatic recording from a satellite tuner

on page 42).

Important

• Do not connect this recorder ‘through’ your VCR, satellite receiver or cable box. Always connect each component directly to your TV or AV amp/receiver.

ANTENNA

AUDIO/VIDEO

INPUT

AC IN

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

CONTROL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

VIDEOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

ANTENNA

OUT

OUTPUT 1

IN OUT

ANTENNA

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT 2

ANTENNA IN (RF IN)

AUDIO/VIDEO

OUTPUT

ANTENNA

OUT

Cable box/ Satellite receiver

Antenna/cable TV wall outlet

1 Connect RF antenna cables as shown.

This enables you to watch and record TV channels.

2 Connect the AUDIO and VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (1 or 2) on this recorder to a set of audio/video inputs on your TV using a set of A/V cables (as supplied).

This enables you to watch discs.

3 Connect the audio/video output of your cable box/satellite receiver to the INPUT jacks on this recorder using a set of A/V cables.

This enables you to record scrambled TV channels.

Note

1. • The setup on this page does not allow you to watch one channel and record another.

• The diagram shows standard video connections, but you can alternatively use the S-video or component video connections if they’re avail-

able.

Connecting up

Connecting to an AV amplifier or receiver

To enjoy multichannel surround sound you need to connect this recorder to an AV amp/receiver using the digital optical output. In addition to the digital connection, we recommend also connecting using the stereo analog connection.

You’ll probably also want to connect a video output to your AV amp/receiver. Use the standard (composite) video output (as shown here), or the S-video or component video connections.

See also speakers if the recorder is not set up to work with your AV amp/receiver.)

Audio Out Settings

on page 70 for how to set up the digital audio output. (Noise may be output from your

Important

• Do not connect this recorder to your TV ‘through’ your VCR or other component using A/V cables. Always connect it directly to your TV.

ANTENNA

AV amp/ receiver

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL

AC IN

CONTROL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

1 Connect RF antenna cables as shown.

This enables you to watch and record TV channels.

2 Connect the AUDIO and VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (1 or 2) on this recorder to a set of audio/video inputs on your AV amp/receiver.

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO/VIDEO

INPUT

ANTENNA

OUT

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

VIDEOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

OUTPUT 1

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT 2

Antenna/cable TV wall outlet

IN OUT

ANTENNA

IN (RF IN)

3 Use an optical digital audio cable (not supplied) to connect the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT jack on this recorder to an optical digital input on your AV amp/ receiver.

This enables you to listen to multichannel surround

sound.

4 Connect the AV amp/receiver’s video output to a video input on your TV.

Note

1. If your AV amp/receiver doesn’t have an optical digital input, but has a coaxial type, converter boxes that convert from optical to coaxial are available at specialist audio dealers.

Connecting up

Connecting other AV sources

Connecting a VCR or analog camcorder

DISC NAVIGATOR

OPEN/CLOSE

REC

REC MODE

AUDIO/VIDEO

OUTPUT

STANDBY/ON

1 2

Analog camcorder

AUDIO/VIDEO

INPUT

VCR

1 Connect a set of audio and video inputs of your VCR or camcorder to a set of outputs on this recorder.

This enables you to record from this recorder to your VCR or camcorder.

• You can use standard video or S-video cables for the video connection.

2 Connect a set of audio and video outputs of your VCR or camcorder to a set of inputs on this recorder.

This enables you to record tapes from your VCR or camcorder.

• You can use standard video or S-video cables for the video connection.

• The front panel connections make convenient connections for a camcorder input.

PULL-OPEN

AUDIO/VIDEO

OUTPUT

INPUT

Connecting a DV camcorder

Using the front panel a DV camcorder or video deck, or DVD-R/RW recorder and digitally transfer DV tapes or DVD-R/RW discs to DVD-R/RW.

Important

• This jack is for connection to DV equipment only. It is not compatible with digital satellite receivers or DVHS video decks.

1 Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV jack of your DV camcorder/video deck to the front panel

DV IN

jack, it is possible to connect

DISC NAVIGATOR

OPEN/CLOSE

REC

STANDBY/ON

DV camcorder

REC MODE

OUT

jack of this recorder.

PULL-OPEN

DV IN

Plugging in

After checking all the connections, plug in the recorder.

1 Use the supplied power cable to connect this recorder to a power outlet.

Controls and displays

Chapter 3

Controls and displays

Front panel

3 4

OPEN/CLOSE

STANDBY/ON

12 11 10 9 8 7 6

1 STANDBY/ON

Press to switch the recorder on/into standby.

2 Disc tray



OPEN/CLOSE

Press to open/close the disc tray.

4 DISC NAVIGATOR

Press to directly access the Disc Navigator screen.

5 Front panel display and IR remote sensor

See

Display

on page 22 for details.

6 Front panel inputs

Pull the cover down where indicated to access the front panel input jacks (audio, video and DV). Especially convenient for connecting camcorders and other portable equipment.

(page 47, 54)

(page 12)

51 2

DISC NAVIGATOR

REC MODE

REC

7 +/–

Use to change channels, skip chapters/tracks, etc.

8 REC

Press to start recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time in 30 minute blocks.



Press to stop recording.

10 REC MODE

(page 33) Press repeatedly to change the recording mode (picture quality).



Press to stop playback.



Press to start or restart playback.

PULL-OPEN

Controls and displays

Remote control

ABC

DEF

CLEAR

ENTER

HELP

OK BACK SKIP

NEXT STEP/SLOW

REC MODE TIMER REC

VOLUME

DVD RECORDER

OPEN/CLOSE



INPUT SELECT

RETURN

DISPLAY



STANDBY/ON



7 8

DISC NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

HOME MENU

REV SCAN PLAY FWD SC AN

PAUSE STOP CM

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS TUV WXYZ

G-CODE

AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE PLAY MODE

CASE

SELECTION

REC

STOP REC



TV CONTROL



INPUT

CHANNEL

SELECT

1 Remote control indicator

Lights when setting up the remote control for use with a TV (page 75) and when setting the remote control mode (page 73).

2 STANDBY/ON

Press to switch the recorder on/into standby.

3 OPEN/CLOSE

Press to open/close the disc tray.

4 INPUT SELECT

(page 41)

Press to change the input to use for recording.

5 Alphanumeric buttons, + and CLEAR

Use the number buttons for track/chapter/title selection; channel selection, and so on. The same buttons can also be used to enter names for titles, discs and so on.

Use the + button to enter non-alphanumeric characters and symbols.

Use

CLEAR

to clear an entry and start again.

6 CH +/–

(page 26)

Press to change the channel of the built-in TV tuner.

7 G-Code

(page 36) Press then use the number buttons to enter a G-Code programming number for timer recording.

8 DVD playback functions

AUDIO

(page 26, 52, 53) Changes the audio language or channel. (When the recorder is stopped, press to change the tuner audio.)

SUBTITLE

(page 52) Displays/changes the subtitles included in multilingual DVD-Video discs.

ANGLE

(page 53) Switches camera angles on discs with multi-angle scenes.

PLAY MODE

(page 49) Press to display the Play Mode menu (for features such as search, repeat and program play).

9 DISC NAVIGATOR

(page 47, 54)

/ TOP MENU

(page 28) Press to display the Disc Navigator screen, or the top menu if a DVD-Video disc is loaded.

10 MENU

(page 28) Press to display the disc menu if a DVD-Video disc is loaded.

///

Used to navigate all on-screen displays. Press

and ENTER

ENTER

select the currently highlighted option.

12 HOME MENU

(page 29) Press to display the Home Menu, from which you can navigate all the functions of the recorder.

13 RETURN

Press to go back one level in the on-screen menu or display.

Controls and displays

14 HELP

Press for help on how to use the current GUI screen.

15 DISPLAY

Displays/changes the on-screen information displays.

16 Playback controls



Press to start reverse or forward scanning. Press again to change the speed.



Press to start playback.



Press to pause playback or recording.



Press to stop playback.

CM BACK (commercial back)

Press repeatedly to skip progressively backward through the audio or video playing.

CM SKIP (commercial skip)

Press repeatedly to skip progressively forward through the audio or video playing.



Press to skip to the previous or next title/chapter/ track/folder; or to display the previous or next menu page.



During playback, press to start slow-motion playback; while paused, press to show the previous or next video frame.

17 Recording controls



Press to start recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time in blocks of 30 mins.



Press to stop recording.

REC MODE

Press repeatedly to change the recording mode (picture quality).

TIMER REC

Press to start setting a timer recording.

18 TV CONTROL

After setting up, use these controls to control your TV.

(page 30)

(page 27)

REV SCAN / FWD SCAN  (page 48)

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

PREV / NEXT

STEP/SLOW  (page 49)

REC

STOP REC



(page 25)

(page 33)

(page 34)

(page 75)

Controls and displays

Display

2 43 51

78 6



Lights during playback; blinks when playback is paused.



Lights during recording; blinks when recording is paused.

3PM

Lights to indicate PM (after midday) for the clock display.

(page 34) Lights when a timer recording has been set. (Indicator blinks if the timer has been set but there isn’t a recordable disc loaded.

NTSC

Lights when playing NTSC format video.

(page 70) Indicates which channels of a bilingual broadcast are recorded.

(page 69) Lights when the component video output is set to progressive scan.

OVER

(page 70)

Lights when the analog audio input level is too high.

5 Recording quality indicators

Lights when the recording mode is set to XP (best quality).

Lights when the recording mode is set to SP (standard play).

LP / SLP

Lights when the recording mode is set to LP (long play) or

SLP

(super long play).

EP / SEP

Lights when the recording mode is set to EP (extended play) or

Lights when the recording mode is set to MN (manual recording level) mode.

6 Character display

7R / RW

Indicates the type of recordable DVD loaded: DVD-R or DVD-RW.

8 AUTO

Lights when Auto Start Recording has been set, and during Auto Start Recording.

9 PL

(page 54) Lights when a VR mode disc is loaded and the recorder is in Play List mode.

2 3

(page 73) Shows the remote control mode (if nothing is displayed, the remote control mode is 1).

Lights when an unfinalized Video mode disc is loaded.

SEP

(super extended play).

(page 32)

Getting started

Chapter 4

Getting started

Switching on and setting up

When you switch the recorder on for the first time, you can make several basic settings using the Setup Navigator feature. This takes you through setting the clock, the internal TV tuner and the video output settings.

If you’re using the recorder for the first time, we strongly recommend you use the Setup Navigator before starting to use the recorder.

Important

• Some of the Setup Navigator on-screen displays (OSDs) in this section vary slightly depending on the country or region of purchase.

STANDBY/ON



ENTER

RETURN

3 Use the

/

buttons to choose a language, then

press ENTER.

Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Language

Clock

Input Line System

Power Save

Help

Setup Navigator

English

Español

Italiano

Português

4 Press ENTER to start setting up using the Setup Navigator.

Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Clock

Complete this setup before you

Input Line System

start using your recorder.

Power Save

English

Start

Help

Cancel

Setup Navigator

Please use the Initial Setup if you want to make more detailed settings.

• If you don’t want to use the Setup Navigator, press  to select

Cancel

, then press

ENTER

to exit the Setup

Navigator.

5 Select ‘Auto Scan’ then press ENTER.

Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Clock

Auto Channel Setting

Input Line System

Power Save

Help

Setup Navigator

English

Auto Scan

Do not Set

1 Switch on your TV and set the video input to this recorder.



2 Press the

STANDBY/ON button on the remote

control or the front panel to switch on.

When you switch on for the first time, your TV should display the Setup Navigator screen. (If the Setup Navigator doesn’t appear, you can also access it from the Initial Setup menu; see page 68).

• Select

Do not set

if you want to skip setting up the channels (because they have already been set up, for example).

• Use the

/

buttons to choose your country,

then press ENTER.

Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Clock

Country Selection

Input Line System

Power Save

Country Singapore

Help

Setup Navigator

Getting started

• Auto-tuning channels

The

Auto Scan

option automatically scans and sets the

channel presets.

Tun ing

32/213

Cancel

6 Select ‘Auto’ for automatic time setting, or ‘Manual’ to set the clock manually, then press ENTER.

Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Clock Setting

Clock

Input Line System

Power Save

Help

Setup Navigator

Auto

Manual

• Auto clock setting

Some TV channels broadcast time signals together with the program. This recorder can use these signals to set the clock automatically.

Set ‘Clock Set CH‘ to the channel preset number that broadcasts a time signal, then move the cursor down to ‘Start’ and press ENTER.

Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Clock Setting

Auto Clock Setting

Input Line System

Date

Power Save

Time

Help

Setup Navigator

Clock Set CH

–– / –– / ––––

–– : ––

Pr 1

Start

The recorder takes a short while to set the time. After you see that the time has been set, select

proceed.

Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Clock Setting

Auto Clock Setting

Input Line System

Date

Power Save

Time

Help

Setup Navigator

Clock Set CH

SAT 01 / 01 / 2005

11 : 20

Pr 1

Start

• Manual clock setting

If no stations in your area are broadcasting time signals, you can set the clock manually.

Use the

/

buttons to set your time zone.

You can set this by selecting a city or a time relative to GMT.

Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Clock Setting

Manual Clock Setting

Input Line System

Power Save

Help

Setup Navigator

Press  then use the

Time Zone

Summer Time

/

Singapore Singapore

Off

buttons to select ‘On’

1/2

or ‘Off’ for summer time, then press ENTER.

Select On if you are currently using summer time.

Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Clock Setting

Manual Clock Setting

Input Line System

Time Zone

Power Save

Help

Setup Navigator

Summer Time

Setup Navigator

Singapore Singapore

1/2

Set the date (day/month/year) and time, then press ENTER to make all the settings.

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Use the

Initial Setup

Clock Setting

Manual Clock Setting

Input Line System

Date

Power Save

Help

Time

Setup Navigator

Time Zone

Summer Time

/

buttons to change the value in the

01 / /01

00 : 00

Singapore Singapore

2/2

2005SAT

highlighted field. Use the

/

buttons to move from one field to

another.

• You can go back to the previous screen at anytime in the Setup Navigator by pressing

RETURN

If the time could not be set automatically, press

RETURN Manual

to go back to the previous screen and select

Getting started

7 Select the TV screen type, ‘Wide (16:9)’ or ‘Standard (4:3)’.

Initial Setup

Use the

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

/

Clock Setting

TV Screen Size

Input Line System

Wide (16:9)

Power Save

Standard (4:3)

Help

Setup Navigator

buttons to select, then press

ENTER

8 Is your TV compatible with progressive scan video?

Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Use the

/

Compatible

Clock Setting

Progressive

Input Line System

Power Save

Help

Setup Navigator

buttons to select

, or

Don’t Know

Compatible

Not Compatible

Don't Know

Compatible, Not

, then press

ENTER

• Note that progressive scan video is only output through the component video outputs and only when the video source is NTSC (see

video output

on page 14).

Using other types of

9 Press ENTER to exit the Setup Navigator, or select ‘Go Back’ if you want to start again.

Other settings you can make

After setting up using the Setup Navigator, you should be ready to start enjoying your DVD recorder. It’s possible, however, that you may want to make a couple of additional settings, depending on how the recorder is set up for TV broadcasts.

• Manual channel setting – This setting lets you skip channels where there is no station, as well as manually tune to stations. See

Manual CH Setting

page 69.

• G-Code channel setting - This setting lets you assign guide channels to ensure that the G-Code programming system works correctly. See

CH Setting

on page 69.

G-Code

• Setting up the remote to control your TV – You can set up the supplied remote control to control many brands of TV. See

on page 75.

Setting up the remote to control your

Making your first recording

This quick guide shows you how to make a basic recording of a TV program to a recordable DVD.

Recording is covered in much more detail in chapter 5 (

Recording

STANDBY/ON



OPEN/CLOSE



Initial Setup

Basic

Basic Tuner

Video In/Out

Audio In

Audio Out

Language

Recording

Playback

Clock Setting

Setup is complete!

Input Line System

Enjoy using your DVD recorder!

Power Save

Help

Setup Navigator

Finish Setup

Go Back

That completes basic setup using the Setup Navigator.

PAUSE

PLAY

REC

STOP REC



AUDIO

Getting started

1 If they aren’t already on, switch on your TV and this recorder.

Press  STANDBY/ON

• Make sure that the video input on your TV is set to this recorder.

2 Press  OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.

3 Load a blank DVD-R or DVD-RW disc with the label side face-up, using the disc guide to align the disc.

• When you load a new, blank DVD-RW disc, the recorder will take a moment to initialize it for recording.

• Blank DVD-R discs are ready for Video mode recording out of the box.

4 Use the CH +/– buttons to select the TV channel you want to record from.

• You can also use the the recorder is stopped.

• Channel presets are numbered 1–99.

5 Press  REC to start recording.

• By default, the recording will be in SP (standard play) mode, which will give you around two hours of recording from a blank DVD disc.

• You can pause recording by pressing Press



REC

6 When you want to stop recording, press



STOP REC.

Playing back your recording

The TV program you just recorded should be on the DVD disc as a single title with one or more chapters.

• Press  PLAY to start playback.

If you want to stop playback before the end of the recording, press

to switch on.

+/–

or  PAUSE



STOP

buttons on the front panel if



PAUSE

again to restart recording.

Using the built-in TV tuner

Changing TV channels

There are three different ways to select TV channels. Note that you can’t change the TV channel during playback, recording or during recording standby.

HDD DVD

ENTER

•

CH +/–

buttons on the remote

Number buttons

• select channel 4, press

3, 4, ENTER

press

•

+/–

buttons on the front panel

Changing audio channels

You can change the audio channel of the broadcast or external input signal.

on the remote – For example, to

then

ENTER

; for channel 34,

Note

1. Channel presets are numbered 1–99.

• Press AUDIO to change the audio.

The current audio channel is displayed on-screen.

• If the NICAM audio setting (see page 69) is set to

NICAM

NICAM broadcast, you can switch between and

Regular

(non-NICAM) audio.

NICAM

Regular

Nicam Select

and you are watching a

NICAM

Getting started

STANDBY/ON

OPEN/CLOSE

ENTER

STOP

PLAY





• If the NICAM broadcast is bilingual, you can also select the language.

NICAM A NICAM B

Regular

NICAM A+B

• You can also select the language for a non-NICAM bilingual broadcast.

A (L) B (R)

A + B (L+R)

• When watching a recording made from an external input with

Audio

between left (

Bilingual

recording selected (see

on page 70), you can switch the audio channel

), right (R) or both (

L+R

Tip

• When recording in Video mode, or on the setting, only one channel of a bilingual broadcast is recorded. In this case, decide which language you want to record before recording by setting the Bilingual Recording setting (see

Bilingual Recording

on page 70).

Basic playback

This section shows you how to use your recorder for playback of discs (DVD, CD, etc.). More playback features, such as repeat and program play, are covered in

Playback

on page 46.

Important

• Throughout this manual, the term ‘DVD’ means playback-only DVD-Video discs and DVD-R/RW. If a function is specific to a particular kind of DVD disc, it is specified.

• Some DVD-Video discs don’t allow certain playback controls to operate at certain points in the disc. This is not a malfunction.

External

LPCM

1 Press  STANDBY/ON to switch on.

Also turn on your TV and make sure that it is set to the correct video input.

2 Press  OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.

3 Load a disc.

Load a disc with the label side facing up, using the disc tray guide to align the disc (if you’re loading a doublesided DVD-Video disc, load it with the side you want to play face down).

• If you want to play a DTS audio CD, please first read the note on page 28.

4 Press  PLAY to start playback.

• If you’re playing a DVD-Video or Video CD, a disc menu may appear when you start playback. Use the

///

menus, and the number buttons and Video CD menus.

• See the following sections for more details on playing specific kinds of discs.

5 To stop playback, press  STOP.

6 When you’ve finished using the recorder, eject the disc and switch the recorder back into standby.

• To open/close the disc tray, press  OPEN/CLOSE Remove the disc before putting the recorder into standby.

• Press standby.

buttons and



STANDBY/ON

ENTER

to navigate DVD disc

ENTER

for

to switch the recorder into

Getting started

Playing DVD discs

The table below shows the basic playback controls for DVD-Video, and recordable DVD discs.

PLAY

Press to start playback. If

STOP

PAUSE

REV SCAN FWD SCAN

PREV NEXT

CLEAR

ENTER

SKIPCMBACK

STEP/SLOW



TOP MENU MENU

ENTER

RESUME

back starts from the place last stopped.

Press to stop playback. You can resume playback from the same point by pressing  PLAY again to cancel the resume function.)

Pauses playback, or restarts playback when paused.

Press to start scanning. Press repeatedly to increase the scanning speed.

Press to skip to previous/next chapter/title. (During playback you can also use the front panel

Except VR mode:

chapter number then press directly to that chapter within the currently playing title. On some discs, you can also use the number buttons to select numbered items in the disc menu.

VR mode only:

title number then press

All:

and start again.

(Commercial back/skip) Each press skips backward/forward progressively up to a maximum of ten minutes forward or three minutes back.

During playback, press to start slowmotion playback. Press repeatedly to change the playback speed. While paused, press to advance a single frame in either direction.

Press to display the menu of a DVD-Video disc.

Use the cursor buttons to navigate DVDVideo disc menus; press items.

is displayed on-screen, play-

+/–

buttons.)

During playback, enter a

Press

CLEAR

to clear a number entry

. (Press  STOP

ENTER

to skip

ENTER

to select

Playing CDs and WMA/MP3 discs

The table below shows the basic playback controls for audio CDs

, and WMA/MP3 files.

PLAY

Press to start playback.

STOP

Press to stop playback.

PAUSE

Pauses playback, or restarts playback when paused.

REV SCAN FWD SCAN

Press to start scanning. Press again to increase the scanning speed. (There are two scan speeds; the current scan speed is shown on-screen.)

PREV NEXT

Press to skip to previous/next track (or folder for WMA/MP3 disc). (During playback you can also use the front panel buttons.)

During playback, enter a track number then press track. Press

CLEAR

start again.

ENTER

to skip directly to that

CLEAR

to clear a number entry and

+/–

RETURN

Press to return to the previous level of a DVD-Video disc menu.

Note

1. If you want to play a DTS audio CD, make sure the recorder is connected to a DTS-compatible amp/receiver with a digital connection. Noise will be output through the analog outputs. Also make sure that on page 53).

STEREO

is selected using the

AUDIO

button (see

Switching audio channels

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