Pioneer DVR-540H-S User Manual

DVD Recorder

DVR-640H-S DVR-543H-S DVR-540H-S

www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada)

Operating Instructions

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead, 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.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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.

D1-4-2-3_En

IMPORTANT NOTICE – THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR THIS EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR.

PLEASE WRITE THIS SERIAL NUMBER ON YOUR ENCLOSED WARRANTY CARD AND KEEP IN A SECURE AREA. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY.

D1-4-2-6-1_En

Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate the equipment.

D8-10-2_En

NOTE: 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:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

D8-10-1-2_En

CAUTION : USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE

SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION : THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD.

D6-8-2-1_En

WARNING – TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

D1-4-2-1_En

CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the

unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.

D8-10-3a_En

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

D8-10-1-3_EF

READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and

operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and

operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product

and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

CLEANING — The product should be cleaned only

with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.

ATTACHMENTS — Do not use attachments not

recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use this

product near water — for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

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.

CART — 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.

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.

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.

LOCATION – The appliance should be installed in a

stable location.

NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord of the

appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left un-used for a long period of time.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

• If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the 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 polarized plug.

• If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, it 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.

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.

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 of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

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 power-line surges.

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.

OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall outlets,

extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

Fig. A

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.

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.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — Unplug this

product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

• 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.

• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance — this indicates a need for service.

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. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

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.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The product

should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

HEAT — The product should be situated away from

heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

ANTENNA LEAD IN

GROUND CLAMP

WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

D1-4-2-2_En

DANGER

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

CAUTION – PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO

RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET

ATTENTION –

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO ARTICLE 82040 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUNDING AND, IN PARTICULAR, SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.

Recording equipment and copyright: You may use this product only to reproduce or copy materials for which you own the copyright or have obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner or for which you otherwise have a legal right to reproduce or copy. Unless you own the copyright or have obtained permission from the copyright owner or otherwise have a legal right to reproduce or copy, you may be violating the law, including copyright law, and may be subject to payment of damages and other remedies.

NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD.

UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVVERT.

D2-4-4-1_EF

D1-4-2-8_En

K018US_En

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.

S002_En

This product is for general household purposes. Any failure due to use for other than household purposes (such as long-term use for business purposes in a restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires repair will be charged for even during the warranty period.

K041_En

This product includes FontAvenue® fonts licenced by NEC corporation. FontAvenue is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation.

WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the product will expose you to chemicals listed on proposition 65 known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defect or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling

his product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance : www.eiae.org.

D36-P4_A_En

K057_En

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it

comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

• Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.

Decibel Level Example

30 Quiet library, soft whispers 40

Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic 50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office 60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine 70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant

Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock

80 at two feet.

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE

Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower 100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill 120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap 140 Gunshot blast, jet plane 180 Rocket launching pad

Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

S001_En

CAUTION

This product is a class 1 laser product, but this product contains a laser diode higher than Class 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the rear of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. The following caution label appears on your unit. Location: top of the unit

CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN, AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM.

CAUTION

RADIATIONS LASER VISIBLES ET INVISIBLES DE CLASSE 3B QUAND OUVERT. ÉVITEZ TOUT EXPOSITION AU FAISCEAU.

ATTENTION

KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING. UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR ST RÅLING.

ADVARSEL

KLASS 3B SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. UNDVIK AT T UTSÄTTA DIG FÖR STRÅLEN.

VARNING

BEI GEÖFFNETER ABDECKUNG IST SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG DER KLASSE 3B IM GERÄTEINNEREN VORHANDEN.

VORSICHT

NICHT DEM LASERSTRAHL AUSSETZEN! CUANDO SE ABRE HAY RADIACIÓN LÁSER DE CLASE 3B VISIBLE E INVISIBLE. EVITE LA EXPOSICIÓN A LOS RAYOS LÁSER.

PRECAUCIÓN

AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄLLE JA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LUOKAN 3B LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

VARO!

VRW2262 - A

D3-4-2-1-8_B_En

Contents

01 Before you start

What’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Putting the batteries in the

remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using the remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Disc / content format playback

compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

About the internal hard disk drive . . . . . . 14

Symbols used in this manual . . . . . . . . . 15

02 Connecting up

Rear panel connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Front panel connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Easy connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using other types of video output . . . . . .19

Connecting to a cable box or satellite

receiver (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Connecting to a cable box or satellite

receiver (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Connecting to an AV amplifier or

receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Connecting other AV sources . . . . . . . . . 23

Connecting a USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Plugging in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

03 Controls and displays

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

04 Getting started

Switching on and setting up . . . . . . . . . . 30

05 Recording

About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

About HDD recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Recorded audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Restrictions on video recording . . . . . . . 35

Using the built-in TV tuner . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Setting the picture quality/

recording time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Basic recording from the TV . . . . . . . . . . 37

Setting a timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Timer recording FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Simultaneous recording and playback

(Chase Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Recording from an external

component. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Automatic recording from a

satellite tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Playing your recordings on other DVD

players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Initializing recordable DVD discs . . . . . . 51

06 Playback

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Basic playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Using the Disc Navigator to browse

the contents of a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Scanning discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Playing in slow motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Frame advance/frame reverse . . . . . . . . 59

The Play Mode menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Displaying and switching subtitles . . . . . 62

Switching DVD and DivX soundtracks . . 63

Switching audio channels . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Switching camera angles . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Displaying disc information on-screen . . 64

07 Editing

The Disc Navigator screen

. . . . . . . . . . . . 66

08 Copying and backup

Introduction One Touch Copy Using Copy Lists Using disc backup

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

09 Using the Jukebox

Copying music to the HDD Copying files from a USB device to the HDD Playing music from the Jukebox Editing Jukebox albums

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

. . . . . . . . . . . 90

. . . . . . . 91

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

10 The PhotoViewer (DVR-640H-S/ DVR-543H-S)

Locating JPEG picture files Playing a slideshow Importing files to the HDD Importing files from a USB device Copying selected files to a DVD-R/-RW Editing files on the HDD Printing files

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

. . . . . . . . . . . 93

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

. . . . . . . . . . . . 95

. . . . . . 97

. . 97

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

11 The PhotoViewer (DVR-540H-S)

Locating JPEG picture files Playing a slideshow

. . . . . . . . . . 101

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

13 The Video Adjust menu

Setting the picture quality for TV and external inputs Setting the picture quality for disc playback

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

14 The Initial Setup menu

Using the Initial Setup menu Selecting other languages for language

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

options

. . . . . . . . 110

15 Additional information

Minimum copying times Screen sizes and disc formats Troubleshooting Manual recording modes Language code list Country/Area code list Additional information for cable/ satellite/STB (set-top box) users On-screen displays and recorder displays Handling discs Cleaning the pickup lens Condensation Hints on installation Moving the recorder Resetting the recorder Specifications

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

. . . . . . . . . . . . 119

. . . . . . . 120

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

. . . . . . . . . . . 125

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

. . . . . . 127

. . . . . . . . . . . 131

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

12 The Disc Setup menu

Basic settings Initialize settings Finalize settings Optimize HDD Initialize HDD

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Before you start

Chapter 1

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 x 2

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

• RF antenna cable

• Power cable

• These operating instructions

• Quick start guide

• Warranty card

Putting the batteries in the remote control

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

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.

,

Important

) inside the

• 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.

Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the life or performance of batteries.

WARNING

D3-4-2-3-3_En

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.

Before you start

• 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 is reset to Recorder 1. See

Control Mode

on page 117.

Remote

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

23 ft

• You can control this recorder using the remote sensor of another Pioneer component using the on the rear panel. See

connections

on page 16 for more

CONTROL IN

Rear panel

jack

information.

Disc / content format playback compatibility

Compatible media

• DVD-RW ver. 1.1 / 1 x / 1 x to 2 x, ver. 1.2 / 2 x to 4 x / 2 x to 6 x

• DVD-R ver. 2.0 /1 x / 1 x to 4 x / 1 x to 8 x / 1 x to 16 x, ver. 2.1 / 1 x to 8 x / 1 x to 16 x

• DVD+RW 1 x to 2.4 x / 1 x to 4 x / 3.3 x to 8 x

• DVD+R 1 x to 2.4 x / 1 x to 4 x / 1 x to 8 x / 1 x to 16 x

• DVD-RAM ver. 2.0 / 2 x, ver. 2.1 / 2 x / 2 x to 3 x / 2 x to 5 x, ver. 2.2 / 2 x / 2 x to 3 x / 2 x to 5 x

• DVD-R DL ver. 3.0 / 2 x to 4 x

• DVD+R DL 2.4 x / 2.4 x to 8 x

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 DVDRW ver. 1.2 discs.

Model

DVR-7000

DVR-810 H DVR-57H DVR-210 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

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

Copy-once protected disc titles will not play.

Playable Recordable

Yes

1,2,3

will show in

DVD/HDD Recording and playback compatibility

This recorder can play and record all the currently popular DVD disc types, as well as providing HDD functionality. The table below shows some specific compatibility differences between the different disc types.

Before you start

Marks used in this manual

Logos

Re-recordable / Erasable

Editing of recorded programs

Recording of Copyonce protected material

Playback in other players/recorders

Chase play

16:9 and 4:3 program recording

Bilingual broadcast recording of both audio channels

HDD DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R

HDD DVD (VR) DVD (Video) DVD (VR) DVD (Video) DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM

*1 *1 *2 *13, 16

4.7



   *4   *4  *4  *4 

 

n/a



   



*10, 11



*12

 *6

*11

 



*12



*11

 *6 

*6, 15

DVD +RW



 *8 

*14

DVDRAM



*12

*11

Notes to table

*1 Must be initialized for VR mode recording (page 104) *2 Must be initialized for Video mode recording (page 104) *3 Erasable, but free space does not increase *4 Cannot erase sections, edit chapters or use playlist editing *5 Must be compatible with DVD-R(VR) playback *6 Finalize using this recorder (may not playback in some units) (page 49) *7 Must be compatible with DVD-RW(VR) playback *8 Must be compatible with DVD+RW playback *9 Must be compatible with DVD-RAM playback *10 Only when HDD Recording Format is set to Video Mode Off (page 115) *11 Only when the recording mode is not set to LPCM *12 CPRM-compatible discs only

*13 Take the disc out of the cartridge before use. Only Matsushita and Maxell discs have been tested to work reliably with this recorder. Discs from other makers may become unusable when recorded or edited. *14 Erasing a title does not increase the available recording time, nor increase the number of recordable titles left. *15 Must be compatible with DVD+R playback *16 Depending on the disc, it may have to be initialized before it can be recorded (page 104). In this case, initialization will take about 1 hour.

is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo

Licensing Corporation.

Before you start

Using DVD-R DL/DVD+R DL discs

DVD-R DL (dual-layer) and DVD+R DL (double-layer) discs contain two recordable layers on a single side, giving about 1.8 times the recording capacity of a conventional single-layer disc. This unit can record to both DVD-R DL and DVD+R DL discs.

• If you intend to play DVD-R DL (Video mode) or DVD+R DL discs recorded on this unit on other DVD recorders/players, you must finalize them. (Note that some DVD recorders/players may not play even finalized DL discs.)

• Please read the information provided on the disc packaging carefully before purchasing DVD-R DL/DVD+R DL discs:

•

Confirm the disc version:

Use ver. 3.0, 2 x

to 4 x DVD-R discs.

•

Confirm the recording speed:

DVD-R should be compatible with 2 x or 4 x recording; DVD+R with

2.4 x to 8 x recording.

• This logo indicates that the disc is a DVD-R DL or DVD+R DL disc:

R DL 4X/2X

• Correct operation has been confirmed for DVD-R DL discs (ver. 3.0 / 2 x, 4 x) produced by the following manufacturers: Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim (as of March 2005).

About DualDisc playback

A DualDisc is a new two -sided disc, one side of which contains DVD content –video, audio, etc. –while the other side contains non-DVD content such as digital audio material.

The non-DVD, audio side of the disc is not compliant with the CD Audio specification and therefore may not play.

It is possible that when loading or ejecting a DualDisc, the opposite side to that being played will be scratched. Scratched discs may not be playable.

The DVD side of a DualDisc plays in this product. DVD-Audio content will not play.

For more detailed information on the DualDisc specification, please refer to the disc manufacturer or disc retailer.

Other disc compatibility

In addition to DVD, 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.

Audio CD CD-R CD-RW

Video CD

CD-R/RW compatibility

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

• Readable formats: CD-Audio, Video CD, ISO 9660 CD-ROM* containing MP3, WMA, JPEG or DivX 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 CDAudio and Video CD)

• Unfinalized disc playback: CD-Audio only

Before you start

Compressed audio compatibility

• Compatible media: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-

WMA (Windows Media Audio) compatibility

RW, DVR-640H-S/DVR-543H-S only: USB

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

• Sampling rates: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz

• Bit-rates: Any (128 Kbps 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

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 Windows Media

XP, Windows Media® Player 9 or

Player for

Player 10 series.

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

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

DivX video compatibility

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)

DivX is a compressed digital video format

created by the DivX

video codec from DivX, Inc. This recorder can play DivX video files burned on CD-R/-RW/-ROM discs. Keeping the same terminology as DVD-Video, individual DivX video files are called "Titles." When naming files/titles on a CD-R/-RW disc prior to burning, keep in mind that by default they will be played in alphabetical order.

Note

1 DRM (digital rights management) copy protection is a technology designed to prevent unauthorized copying by

restricting playback, etc. of compressed audio files on devices other than the PC (or other recording equipment) used to record it. For detailed information, please see the instruction manuals or help files that came with your PC and/or software.

Before you start

• Official DivX® Certified product.

• Plays all versions of DivX (including DivX playback of DivX

• File extensions: .avi and .divx (these must be used for the recorder to recognize DivX video files).

files with the .avi extension are recognized as MPEG4, but not all of these are necessarily DivX video files and therefore may not be playable on this recorder.

• File structure: Up to 99 folders or 999 files.

DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.

video

6) with standard media files.

Note that all

DivX® VOD content

DivX

In order to play DivX VOD (video on demand) content on this recorder, you first need to register the recorder with your DivX VOD content provider. You do this by generating a DivX VOD registration code, which you submit to your provider.

Some DivX VOD content may only be playable a fixed number of times. When you load a disc containing this type of DivX VOD content, the remaining number of plays is shown on-screen and you then have the option of playing the disc (thereby using up one of the remaining plays), or stopping. If you load a disc that contains expired DivX VOD content (for example, content that has zero remaining plays), the message

Expired

is displayed.

Rental

If your DivX VOD content allows an unlimited number of plays, then you may load the disc into your recorder and play the content as often as you like, and no message will be displayed.

Important

• DivX VOD content is protected by a DRM (Digital Rights Management) system. This restricts playback of content to specific, registered devices.

• If you load a disc that contains DivX VOD content not authorized for this recorder, the message displayed and the content will not play.

• Resetting the recorder (as described in

Resetting the recorder

not cause you to lose your registration code.

Authorization Error

on page 132) will

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 to 5120 pixels

• Vertical resolution: 120 to 3840 pixels

• Progressive JPEG compatible: No

• File extensions: .jpg, .jpeg, .jpe, .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

there are more files/folders that this on the disc then more can be reloaded)

(if

Before you start

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.

Dolby Digital

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

DTS

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

About the internal hard disk drive

The internal hard disk drive (HDD) is a fragile piece of equipment. Depending on the conditions under which it is used, or through careless use, it is possible that the recorded

contents will be damaged or lost completely, or that normal playback and recording will not be possible. Please understand that in the event of repair or replacement of the HDD or related components, all your HDD recordings will be lost.

Please use the recorder following the guidelines below to protect against possible HDD failure.

The HDD should not be regarded as a place to store recordings permanently. We recommend that you back up your important recordings onto DVD discs in order to protect against accidental loss.

Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for any direct or indirect loss arising from any inconvenience or loss of recorded material resulting from HDD failure.

• Install and use the recorder on a stable, level surface.

• Do not block the rear vent/cooling fan.

• Do not use the recorder in excessively hot or humid places, or in places that may be subject to sudden changes in temperature. Sudden changes in temperature can cause condensation to form inside the recorder. This can be a cause of HDD failure.

• Do not move the recorder immediately after switching it off. If you need to move the recorder, please follow the steps below:

After the message shown in the display, wait at least two minutes.

Unplug from the wall socket.

Move the recorder.

• If there’s a power failure while the recorder is on there is a chance that some data on the HDD will be lost.

POWER OFF

Before you start

• The HDD is very delicate. If used improperly or in an unsuitable environment, it is possible that the HDD will fail after a few years of use. Signs of problems include playback unexpectedly freezing and noticeable block noise (mosaic) in the picture. However, sometimes there will be no warning signs of HDD failure. If the HDD fails, no playback of recorded material will be possible. In this case it will be necessary to replace the HDD unit.

Optimizing HDD performance

As you record and edit material on the HDD, the data on the disk becomes fragmented, eventually affecting the recorder’s performance. Before this happens, the recorder will warn you that it is time to optimize the HDD (which you can do from the Disc Setup menu; see page 105).

Optimize HDD

Symbols used in this manual

The following icons are provided to help you quickly identify which instructions you need for which kind of disc.

HDD

DVD

DVD-Video

DVD (Video)

DVD (VR)

DVD+R

DVD+RW

DVD-RAM

HDD

Any type of DVD disc (recordable or playback

only), finalized or not.

Commercially produced DVD, finalized Video mode

DVD-R/-RW.

Video mode DVD-R/-RW (unfinalized)

VR mode DVD-R/-RW

DVD+R

DVD+RW

DVD-RAM

Video CD

WMA/MP3

DivX

Audio CD

Video CD

WMA or MP3 files

DivX files

Connecting up

Chapter 2

Connecting up

Rear panel connections

OUTPUT 1

AC IN

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

DIGITAL

COAXIAL

CONTROL

OUT

1 OUTPUT 1

Stereo analog audio, S-video and composite video output for connection to a TV, monitor, AV receiver, etc.

2 INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

Stereo analog audio, S-video and composite video input for connection to a satellite receiver, set top box, etc.

3 AC IN

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

4 COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT

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

5 CONTROL IN

COMPONENT

AUDIO

VIDEO OUT

OUTPUT 2

6 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

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

7 OUTPUT 2

Stereo analog audio, S-video and composite video output for connection to a TV, monitor, AV receiver, etc.

8 INPUT 3

Stereo analog audio, S-video and composite video input for connection to a satellite receiver, set top box, etc.

9 VHF/UHF IN/OUT

Connect your TV antenna to the

IN (RF IN)

through to the connection to your TV.

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

jack. The signal is passed

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

CONTROL OUT

Pioneer



OUT

of the other component to the

CONTROL IN

terminal and bearing the

mark. Connect the

CONTROL

of this recorder using a mini-

plug cord.

INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC

AUDIO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

VHF/UHF OUT

OUT

VHF/UHF

jack for

Connecting up

Front panel connections

10 11 12

USB

S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R

INPUT 2

(MONO)

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

10 USB port (type B)

(DVR-640H-S/DVR-

543H-S only)

USB port for connecting a PictBridgecompatible printer.

11 USB port (type A)

(DVR-640H-S/DVR-

543H-S only)

USB port for connecting a digital camera, USB memory or other USB device.

12 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

VHF/UHF

4 5

A/V IN 2

A/V

VCR

OUT

VHF/UHF

OUT

VHF/UHF

1 Connect your TV antenna/cable TV outlet to the

VHF/UHF IN

jack on this

recorder.

2 Use an RF antenna cable (one is supplied) to connect the VHF/UHF 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.

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 color-coded 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.

VHF/UHF

OUTPUT 1

AC IN

DIGITAL

CONTROL

OUT

COAXIAL IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

OUTPUT 2

Antenna/cable TV wall outlet

IN (RF IN)

INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC

S-VIDEO

OUT

VHF/UHF

AUDIO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

VHF/UHF

OUT

Connecting up

Using other types of video output

This recorder has standard (composite), Svideo 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

INPUT

AC IN

DIGITAL

CONTROL

OUT

COAXIAL IN

COMPONENT

AUDIO

VIDEO OUT

OUTPUT 2

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).

S-VIDEO

INPUT

OUTPUT 1

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC

OUT

VHF/UHF

AUDIO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

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 111 for how to set up the component video output for use with a progressive scancompatible 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 page 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.

• Watch one channel while recording another.

. If many or all

A/V IN 1

A/V

OUT

DIGITAL

OUT

COAXIAL IN

Cable box/ Satellite receiver

CONTROL

OUTPUT 1

COMPONENT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

OUTPUT 2

AC IN

VHF/UHF

OUT

VHF/UHF

VHF/UHF IN (RF IN)

INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC

OUT

VHF/UHF

AUDIO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

VHF/UHF

OUT

Important

Antenna/cable TV wall outlet

• 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.

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 1 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.

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.

A/V IN 1

AC IN

DIGITAL

OUT

COAXIAL IN

A/V OUT

CONTROL

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Cable box/ Satellite receiver

VHF/UHF

OUTPUT 1

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT 2

IN (RF IN)

INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC

OUT

VHF/UHF

AUDIO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

VHF/UHF

OUT

VHF/UHF

OUT

VHF/UHF

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 1 jacks on this recorder using a set of A/V cables.

This enables you to record scrambled TV channels.

Antenna/cable TV wall outlet

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 available.

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 coaxial 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 set up the digital audio output. (Noise may be output from your speakers if the recorder is not set up to work with your AV amp/ receiver.)

Audio Out

on page 112 for how to

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.

AV amp/receiver

INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

VHF/UHF

A/V

VHF/UHF

IN (RF IN)

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

Antenna/cable TV wall outlet

OUT

VHF/UHF

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

DIGITAL

AC IN

OUTPUT 1

DIGITAL

CONTROL

OUT

COAXIAL IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

OUTPUT 2

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.

3 Use an coaxial digital audio cable (not supplied) to connect the COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT jack on this recorder to an coaxial 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 coaxial digital input, but has a optical type, converter boxes that convert

from coaxial to optical are available at specialist audio dealers.

Connecting up

Connecting other AV sources

Connecting a VCR or analog camcorder

HDD/DVD

 OPEN/CLOSE

AUDIO/VIDEO

OUTPUT

 STANDBY/ON

DVR-640H-S/DVR-543H-S

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.



ONE

STOP

 REC

TOUCH



+–



REC

COPY

AUDIO/VIDEO

INPUT

AUDIO/VIDEO

OUTPUT

Connecting a USB device

DVR-640H-S/DVR-543H-S only

Using the USB ports on the front of the recorder you can connect USB devices such as digital cameras and printers . Please also see the instructions that came with the device you want to connect before using.

HDD/DVD

USB

Type B

 OPEN/CLOSE

DVR-640H-S/DVR-543H-S

USB

Type A

PictBridge-compatible

Printer

 STANDBY/ON

USB

Important

• Devices may not work reliably if connected to this recorder via a USB hub.

JPEG file storage devices

• Digital still camera

• Memory card reader (any type of memory card)

• USB memory

The Mass Storage Class (MSC) device should be FAT-compatible. Note that if the device is partitioned, this recorder may not recognize it.

The Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) can be used to transfer up to about 4000 files.



USB

ONE

TOUCH

+–



COPY



STOP

 REC

REC

Digital Camera

Connecting up

WMA/MP3 file storage devices

• Memory card reader (any type of memory card)

• USB memory

The Mass Storage Class (MSC) device should be FAT-compatible. Note that if the device is partitioned, this recorder may not recognize it.

Note that although multi-slot card readers can be used, the recorder will only recognize the first card inserted. To read another card, remove all the cards and insert the card to be read again.

Using a USB printer

• Use a PictBridge-compatible printer.

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

1 83 4 65

 OPEN/CLOSE

 STANDBY/ON

DVR-640H-S/DVR-543H-S

1 STANDBY/ON

Press to switch the recorder on/into standby.

2 Disc tray



OPEN/CLOSE

Press to open/close the disc tray.

4 HDD / DVD indicators

Indicator lights blue when the hard disk (HDD) is selected; orange when the DVD drive is selected.

5 HELP FUNCTION

Press to display the on-screen help.

6 HDD/DVD

Press to switch between HDD and DVD for recording and playback.

7 Front panel display and IR remote sensor

See

Display

on page 28 for details.

HDD/DVD

ONE

STOP

TOUCH



+–



119

REC

COPY

1312 14

8 REC

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

9 Front panel inputs

See

Front panel connections

on page 17 for

more information on these.



Press to start or restart playback.



Press to stop playback.

12 CH +/–

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

13 ONE TOUCH COPY

(page 81) Press to start One Touch Copy of the currently playing title to DVD or the HDD.

14 STOP REC

Press to stop recording.



 REC

Controls and displays

Remote control

STANDBY/ON

1 10

3 13



TOP MENU

DISC

NAVIGATOR

HOME MENU STOP RECHELP

CHANNEL

HDD/DVD

11 12

 REC

ENTER

PLAY

STOP

OPEN

–

REC MODE

OPEN

CM SKIP

//

ONE TOUCH COPY

INPUT SELECT

BACK

PAUSE RETURN

CHANNEL

PREV NEXT

AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE PLAY MODE

DISPLAY MENU

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS TUV WXYZ

+ CLEAR

VCR Plus+ CLEAR

1 STANDBY/ON

Press to switch the recorder on/into standby.

2 HELP

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

3 DISC NAVIGATOR MENU

(page 53)

(page 57, 66)

/ TOP

Press to display the Disc Navigator screen, or the top menu if a DVD-Video or finalized DVD-R/-RW (Video) disc is loaded.

///

and ENTER

Used to navigate all on-screen displays. Press

ENTER

to select the currently

highlighted option.

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.

CHANNEL +/–

(page 36) Press to change the channel of the builtin TV tuner.

5 Playback controls



PAUSE

(page 52)

Press to pause playback or recording.



PLAY

(page 52)

Press to start playback.



STOP

(page 52)

Press to stop playback.





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



 (page 58)

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

Controls and displays

/

/

While paused, press and hold to start slow-motion playback. Press repeatedly to change the playback speed.

While paused, press to advance a single frame in either direction.

6 playback function buttons

AUDIO

Press to change the audio language or channel. (When the recorder is stopped, press to change the tuner audio.)

SUBTITLE

Press to display/change the subtitles included in multilingual DVD-Video discs.

ANGLE

Press to switch camera angles on discs with multi-angle scenes.

PLAY MODE

Press to change the play mode (search, repeat, program play, etc.)

7 DISPLAY

Displays/changes the on-screen information displays.

(page 53) Press to display the disc menu if a DVDVideo, finalized DVD-R/-RW or finalized DVD+R/+RW disc is loaded.

REC MODE

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

ONE TOUCH COPY

Press to start One Touch Copy of the currently playing title to DVD or the HDD.

(page 59)

(page 36, 63)

(page 62)

(page 64)

(page 59)

(page 64)

(page 37)

(page 81)

8 Number buttons, 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

CLEAR

again.

9 VCR Plus+

Press then use the number buttons to enter a PlusCode

timer recording.

10 HDD/DVD

Press to select the hard disk (HDD) or DVD for recording and playback.

11 STOP REC

Press to stop recording.

12 HOME MENU

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

13 REC

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

14 RETURN

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

15 INPUT SELECT

Press to change the input to use for recording.

to clear an entry and start

programming number for

(page 37)

(page 47)

Controls and displays

Display

2 43 5 61



9 78

Lights during playback; blinks when playback is paused.



Lights when copying.



Lights during recording; blinks when recording is paused.

4PM

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

(page 38) Lights when a timer recording has been set. (Indicator blinks if the timer has been set to DVD but there isn’t a recordable disc loaded, or the timer has been set to HDD but the HDD is not recordable.)

SAP

Lights when the currently selected TV channel has a Second Audio Program channel.

(page 111) Indicates which channels are recorded when dual mono is selected.

(page 111) Lights when the component video output is set to progressive scan.

6 Recording quality indicators

(page 37)