Pioneer DVR-650H-K User Manual

HDD/DVD Recorder

DVR-650H-K DVR-550H-K DVR-450H-S

http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca

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.

IMPORTANT

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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.

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.

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: inside 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. É VITEZ TOUT EXPOSITION AU FAISCEAU.

ATTENTION

KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING. UNDGÅ U DSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.

ADVARSEL

KLASS 3B SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄ R DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. UNDVIK AT T UT SÄT TA DIG FÖR ST RÅLEN.

VARNING

BEI GEÖFFNETER ABDECKUNG IST SICHTB ARE UND UN SICH TBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG DER KLASSE 3B IM GERÄTEINNEREN VORHANDEN.

VORSICHT

NICHT DEM LASERSTRAHL AUSSETZEN! CUANDO SE ABRE HAY RADIACIÓN LÁSER DE CLASE 3B VISIBLE E INV IS IB LE . E VI T E LA EX PO SIC IÓN A LOS RAYO S LÁSER.

PRECAUCIÓN

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

VARO!

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If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make sure it is properly disposed of after removal. The equipment should be disconnected by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).

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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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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.

WARNING

Before plugging in for the first time, read the following

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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., 230 V or 120 V) written on the rear panel.

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WARNING

To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.

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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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Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 ºC to +35 ºC (+41 ºF to +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)

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.

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WARNING

This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filed with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or moisture.

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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.

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.

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.

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

WARNING – TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

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

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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.

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Contents

01 Before you start

What’s in the box Putting the batteries in the remote control Using the remote control Disc/content format playback compatibility About the internal hard disk drive Symbols used in this manual

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02 Connections

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 using HDMI Connecting other AV sources Connecting a USB device Plugging in

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03 Controls and displays

Front panel Display Remote control

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04 Getting started

Switching on and setting up

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05 Recording

About DVD recording About HDD recording Recorded audio Restrictions on video recording Using the built-in TV tuner Setting the picture quality/ recording time Basic recording from the TV Setting a timer recording Simultaneous recording and playback (Chase Play) Recording from an external component Automatic recording from a satellite tuner Playing your recordings on other DVD players

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DVD-RW Auto Initialize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

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06 Playback

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Basic playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Using the Disc Navigator to browse the

contents of a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Scanning discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Playing in slow motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Frame advance/frame reverse . . . . . . . . 57

The Play Mode menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Displaying and switching subtitles . . . . . 59

Switching DVD and DivX

soundtracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Switching audio channels . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Switching camera angles . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Displaying disc information

on-screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

07 Playing and recording from a DV camcorder

Playing from a DV camcorder Recording from a DV camcorder About DV

(DVR-650H-K/DVR-550H-K)

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12 The Disc Setup menu

Basic settings Initialize settings Finalize settings Optimize HDD Initialize HDD

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08 Editing

Editing options The Disc Navigator screen

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09 Copying and backup

Introduction One Touch Copy Using Copy Lists Using disc backup

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10 Using the Jukebox

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

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11 The PhotoViewer

Locating JPEG picture files Changing the display style of the PhotoViewer Playing a slideshow Reloading files from a disc or USB device Importing files to the HDD Selecting multiple files or folders Copying files to a DVD-R/-RW Copying selected files to a DVD-R/-RW Editing files on the HDD Printing file

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13 The Video Adjust menu

Setting the picture quality for TV and external

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inputs Setting the picture quality for disc playback

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14 The Initial Setup menu

Using the Initial Setup menu Selecting other languages for language

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options

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15 Additional information

Minimum copying times. . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Manual recording modes . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

If the picture freezes and the front panel and remote control buttons stop

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On-screen displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Front-panel displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Country/Area code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Screen sizes and disc formats . . . . . . . 125

Handling discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Cleaning the pickup lens . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Hints on installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Moving the recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Resetting the recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

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

• Warranty card

Putting the batteries in the remote control

• 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.

• 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.

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• 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

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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 is reset to Recorder 1. See

Control Mode

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

on page 111.

Remote

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Before you start

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

connections

CONTROL IN

Rear panel

on page 15 for more

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information.

Disc/content format playback compatibility

Compatible media

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

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

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

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

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

• DVD-R DL ver. 3.0 / 2x to 4x / 2x to 8x

• DVD+R DL 2.4x / 2.4x to 8x

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

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Readable file system

This recorder can play DVDs recorded under the following file systems

1.02, UDF 1.50, UDF 2.00, UDF 2.01. *

ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 compliant. Romeo and Joliet file systems are both compatible with this recorder.

: ISO 9660*, UDF

Note

1• Depending on the recording technique used, even files recorded in compatible file systems may not play

correctly.

• MP3/WMA files can be played back when recorded onto a DVD that contains no video files and uses the UDF

1.02, UDF 1.50, UDF 2.01 or ISO 9660 file systems.

Before you start

HDD/DVD Recording and playback compatibility

This recorder can play and record all widely-used DVD disc types, and additionally provides HDD functionality. The table below shows some specific compatibility differences between the different disc types.

Marks used in this manual

Logos

Re-recordable/ Erasable

Editing of recorded programmes

Recording of Copyonce protected material

Playback in other players/recorders

Chase play

16:9 and 4:3 programme recording

Dual mono 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

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Notes to table

*1 Must be initialized for VR mode recording (page 99). *2 Must be initialized for Video mode recording (page 99). *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 48). *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 109).

*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 Panasonic 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 99). In this case, initialization will take about an 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.)

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

Correct operation has been confirmed for DL discs:

• DVD-R DL ver. 3.0/2x to 4x Mitsubishi Kagaku Media (Verbatim)

• DVD-R DL ver. 3.0/2x to 8x Mitsubishi Kagaku Media (Verbatim) That’s JVC

• DVD+R DL 2.4x Mitsubishi Kagaku Media (Verbatim) RICOH

• DVD+R DL 2.4x to 8x Mitsubishi Kagaku Media (Verbatim) RICOH

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 logos on the disc and/or disc packaging shown below. 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

Compressed audio compatibility

• Compatible media: DVD-ROM, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW

DVR-650H-K/DVR-550H-K only

• 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)

: USB

Before you start

• 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

• 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)

WMA (Windows Media™ Audio) compatibility

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 Player for Windows XP, Windows Media Player 9 or Windows Media Player 10 series.

Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

This product includes technology owned by Microsoft Corporation and cannot be used or distributed without a license from Microsoft Licensing, Inc.

DivX video compatibility

DivX is a compressed digital video format created by the 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.

• Official DivX

• 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 codec from DivX,

Certified product.

6) with standard

video

media files.

Note that all

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

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.

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 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 127) will

Rental

• 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

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

(if there

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

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

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

Before you start

About the internal hard disk drive

The internal hard disk drive (HDD) is a fragile piece of equipment. When used without the proper care or in the wrong conditions, it is possible that recorded contents may be damaged or lost entirely, in some cases making even normal playback or recording impossible. 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 on the front panel 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

• The HDD is very delicate. If used over time in an improper manner or in an unsuitable environment, it is possible that the HDD will fail. 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 99).

Optimize HDD

Before you start

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

Video CD

WMA/MP3

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

Audio CD

Video CD

WMA or MP3 files

DivX

A L L

DivX files

All of the above

Connections

Chapter 2

Connections

Rear panel connections

1 2

ANTENNA

OUT

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

INPUT 3

S-VIDEO

VIDEOAUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

3 4 5

VIDEOAUDIO

OUTPUT 2

S-VIDEO

CONTROL

OUTPUT 1

7 8 9 10

1 ANTENNA IN (RF IN)/OUT

Connect your TV antenna to the

IN (RF IN)

to the

jack. The signal is passed through

ANTENNA OUT

jack for connection to

ANTENNA

your TV.

2 INPUT 3

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

3 OUTPUT 2

Stereo analog audio, video and S-video outputs for connection to a TV or AV amplifier/receiver.

4 HDMI OUT

HDMI output for high quality digital audio and video.

5 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)

Coaxial digital audio jack for connecting to an AV amplifier/receiver, Dolby Digital/DTS decoder or other equipment with a digital input.

6 INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

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

DIGITAL

HDMI OUT

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

AC IN

7 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

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

8 OUTPUT 1

Stereo analog audio, video and S-video outputs for connection to a TV or AV amplifier/receiver.

9 CONTROL IN

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

of this recorder using a mini-

CONTROL

plug cord.

10 AC IN – Power inlet

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

Connections

Front panel connections

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

Left side: (DVR-650H-K, DVR-550H-K only)

DV IN

USB

11 12 13

11 DV IN

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

12 USB port (Type B)

USB port for connecting a PictBridgecompatible printer or PC.

13 USB port (Type A)

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

Right side:

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 2

L(MONO) R AUDIO

14 INPUT 2

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

Connections

Easy connections

The setup described here is a basic configuration that allows you to record TV programmes 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.

Antenna/cable TV

ANTENNA

wall outlet

IN (RF IN)

ANTENNA

OUT

ANTENNA

OUT

To antenna input

From antenna output

To antenna input

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

VIDEOAUDIO

INPUT 3

OUTPUT 2 S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEOAUDIO

CONTROL

OUTPUT 1

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OUTPUT 1

VCR

HDMI OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

video output

From audio/

To audio/

video input

AC IN

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.

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 colour-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.

To audio/video input

Connections

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.

To component video input

To S-video input

ANTENNA

OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

S-VIDEO OUTPUT

VIDEOAUDIO

INPUT 3

OUTPUT 2 S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEOAUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

CONTROL

OUTPUT 1

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

HDMI OUT

AC IN

1 Connecting using an S-video output

S-video carries the picture as separate colour 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).

2 Connecting using the component video output

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

See also

Component Video Out

on page 105 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).

Connections

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 and using the Auto Start Recording feature (see

satellite tuner

Automatic recording from a

on page 46).

• 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.

. If many or all

Antenna/cable TV

ANTENNA

wall outlet

IN (RF IN)

ANTENNA

OUT

ANTENNA

OUT

To antenna input

From antenna output

To antenna input

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

INPUT 3

S-VIDEO

VIDEOAUDIO

INPUT 1/AUTO

START REC

Cable box/ Satellite receiver

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEOAUDIO

OUTPUT 2

S-VIDEO

CONTROL

OUTPUT 1

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

HDMI OUT

From audio/ video output

AC IN

To audio/video input

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.

Connections

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

satellite tuner

Automatic recording from a

on page 46).

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/cable TV

To antenna input

From antenna output

ANTENNA IN (RF IN)

ANTENNA

OUT

ANTENNA

OUT

To antenna input

wall outlet

INPUT 1/AUTO

START REC

INPUT 3

VIDEOAUDIO

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

Cable box/ Satellite receiver

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEOAUDIO

OUTPUT 2

S-VIDEO

CONTROL

OUTPUT 1

From audio/ video output

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

HDMI OUT

To audio/video input

AC 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 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.

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.

Connections

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 106 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.

Antenna/cable TV

ANTENNA

wall outlet

IN (RF IN)

ANTENNA

OUT

ANTENNA

OUT

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

To antenna input

VIDEOAUDIO

INPUT 3

OUTPUT 2

S-VIDEO

VIDEOAUDIO

To audio/video input To digital input

CONTROL

OUTPUT 1

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OUTPUT 1

AV amp/ receiver

HDMI OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

From video

output

To video input

AC 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 AV amp/receiver.

3 Use an coaxial digital audio cable (not supplied) to connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) 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.

Connections

Connecting using HDMI

If you have an HDMI or DVI-equipped1 monitor or display

this recorder using an HDMI cable (not supplied).

The HDMI connector outputs uncompressed digital video, as well as almost every kind of digital audio.

1 Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT connector on this recorder to an HDMI connector on an HDMIcompatible display.

ANTENNA

INPUT 3

S-VIDEO

VIDEOAUDIO

OUT

INPUT 1/AUTO START REC

• The arrow on the cable connector body should be face down for correct alignment with the connector on the recorder.

When connected to an HDMI component or HDCP-compatible DVI component, the HDMI indicator lights.

HDMI setup is generally automatic. There are however settings you can change if you need to. See

when an HDMI device is connected)

, you can connect it to

To HDMI

input

HDMI-compatible display

HDMI

OUT

VIDEOAUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OUTPUT 2

S-VIDEO

CONTROL

OUTPUT 1

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

HDMI OUT

HDMI Output (only available

AC IN

page 110 for more information. Note that the HDMI settings remain in effect until you change them, or connect a new HDMI component.

Important

• An HDMI connection can only be made with DVI-equipped components compatible with both DVI and High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). If you choose to connect to a DVI connector, you will need a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable. A DVI to HDCP connection, however, does not support audio. Consult your local audio dealer for more information.

• The HDMI connection is compatible with 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz, 16 bit/ 20 bit/24 bit 2-channel linear PCM signals, as well as Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG audio bitstream.

• If your connected component is only compatible with Linear PCM, the signal is output as Linear PCM (DTS audio is not output).

• If you have connected to a Pioneer plasma display, please select the HDMI setup on the display (refer to the supplied manual for more on this).

About HDMI

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports both video and audio on a single digital connection for use with DVD players and recorders, DTV, set-top boxes, and other AV devices. HDMI was developed to provide the technologies of High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) as well as Digital Visual Interface (DVI) in one specification. HDCP is used to protect digital content transmitted and received by DVI-compliant displays.

Note

1 Depending on the component you have connected, using a DVI connection may result in unreliable signal

transfers.

2 The pixel resolution of this recorder’s HDMI video output is (according to TV format): NTSC (720 x 480i/p,

1280 x 720p, 1920 x 1080i/p). If your display is not compatible with these resolutions the picture may not be

correctly reproduced.

Connections

HDMI has the capability to support standard, enhanced, or high-definition video plus standard to multi-channel surroundsound audio. HDMI features include uncompressed digital video, a bandwidth of up to five gigabits per second (Dual Link), one connector (instead of several cables and connectors), and communication between the AV source and AV devices such as DTVs.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC.

Connecting other AV sources

Connecting a VCR or analog camcorder

DVR-650H-K/DVR-550H-K

HDD/DVD

DivX

COPY HDMI

STANDBY/ON

DV IN

USB

AUDIO/VIDEO

OUTPUT

(Rear panel)

OPEN/CLOSE

ONE TOUCH

STOP REC

INPUT

REC MODE

SELECT

AUDIO/VIDEO

INPUT

(Front panel)

S-VIDEO

L(MONO)R AUDIO

VIDEO

INPUT 2

COPY

1 2

REC

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

• When connecting an external AV source that only supports monaural sound, only insert the left (white) audio jack to this device. Doing so will allow the same sound track to be recorded to both channels. You must connect to the

INPUT 2

jack on the front panel.

Connecting a DV camcorder

(DVR-650H-K/DVR-550H-K only)

You can connect a DV camcorder or DVD recorder with DV output to the front panel

DV IN

jack.

Important

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

DVR-650H-K/DVR-550H-K

HDD/DVD

DivX

COPY HDMI

STANDBY/ON

DV IN

USB

OPEN/CLOSE

S-VIDEO

L(MONO)R AUDIO

VIDEO

INPUT 2

ONE TOUCH

STOP REC

COPY

INPUT

REC MODE

SELECT

REC

Analog camcorder

VCR

From audio/video outputTo audio/video input

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.

From DV output

DV camcorder

•

Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV jack of your DV camcorder to the front panel DV IN jack of this recorder.

Connections

Connecting a USB device

(DVR-650H-K/DVR-550H-K only)

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

DVR-650H-K/DVR-550H-K

HDD/DVD

DivX

COPY HDMI

STANDBY/ON

DV IN

USB

(Type B)

USB

PictBridge-compatible

Printer

Important

• Some USB devices may not work with this recorder.

• When connecting a PC to this unit, make sure the power is turned off on both the PC and this unit when you connect them via USB.

• We recommend connecting USB devices when this recorder is switched off (in standby).

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 maximum 4000 files.

USBUSB

(Type A)

USB

Keyboard

OPEN/CLOSE

STOP REC

INPUT

SELECT

S-VIDEO

L(MONO)R AUDIO

VIDEO

INPUT 2

ONE TOUCH

COPY

REC MODE

Digital Camera

WMA/MP3 file storage devices

• Memory card reader (any type of memory card)

• USB memory

• PC (Use Connect PC function)

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

REC

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 hub

• Use a hub compatible with USB 1.1 and/ or 2.0.

• Use an independently powered hub (bus powered hubs may not work reliably).

• In the event of unreliable operation with the hub, we recommend plugging the device directly into the recorder’s USB port.

• Operation may become unreliable if too many devices are connected to the hub. In this case, try unplugging some devices.

• If the power delivered through a hub is insufficient for the devices connected, communication can become unreliable. In this case, disconnect one or more devices then perform a USB restart. (See

Restart USB Device

Using a USB printer

• Use a PictBridge-compatible printer.

Using a USB keyboard

• Do not use a PS/2 keyboard connected using a PS/2-USB adapter.

on page 112.)

Connections

Using a PC

• Note that you can connect a PC to this device via USB to copy WMA and MP3 files. For more information, see

on page 86. To use Connect PC with this device, your PC must run either the Windows XP Home Edition (SP2) or Windows XP Professional (SP2) operating system and be able to run Windows Media Player 10. Even if your PC can run Windows Media Player 10, we cannot guarantee that it will function properly with this device. For more details see the ‘Help’ section of Windows Media Player 10.

Connect

Plugging in

After checking all the connections, plug in the recorder.

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

Controls and displays

Chapter 3

Controls and displays

Front panel

HDD/DVD

DivX

COPY HDMI

STANDBY/ON

DV IN

USB

1 DivX indicator

Lights when this recorder plays DivX video files.

2 HDD/DVD

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

3 COPY indicator

Lights when copying is underway.

4 Disc tray 5 HDD/DVD indicator

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

6 OPEN/CLOSE

Press to open/close the disc tray.

7 HDMI indicator

Lights when this recorder is connected to HDMI (HDCP) compatible component.

8 Front panel display and IR remote sensor

See

Display

on page 27 for details.

9 STANDBY/ON

Press to switch the recorder on/into standby.

10 Front panel inputs

See

Front panel connections

on page 16 for

more information on these.

OPEN/CLOSE

STOP REC

INPUT

SELECT



Press to start or restart playback.



Press to stop playback.



STOP REC

Press to stop recording.

ONE TOUCH COPY

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

CH +/–

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

INPUT SELECT

Press to change the input used for recording.

REC MODE

Press repeatedly to cycle through recording modes (picture quality).

12 REC

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

ONE TOUCH

REC MODE

84 61 732 5

DVR-650H-K/DVR-550H-K

S-VIDEO

L(MONO)R AU DIO

VIDEO

INPUT 2

COPY

REC

12109 10 11

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 Programme channel.

(page 105) Indicates which channels are recorded when

Dual Mono

(page 105)

is selected.

Lights when the component video output is set to progressive scan.

6 Recording quality indicators

(page 36)