Pioneer DVR-745H-S User Manual

DVD Recorder
DVR-745H-S DVR-645H-S
Operating Instructions
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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
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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.
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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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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 STRÅLING.
ADVARSEL
KLASS 3B SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERS TRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. UNDVIK AT T U TSÄ TTA DIG FÖR STRÅLEN.
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 SÄTEESEEN.
VARO!
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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WARNING
Before plugging in for the first time, read the following
section carefully.
The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V or 120 V) written on the rear panel.
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Operating Environment
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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)
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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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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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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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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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For Taiwan exclusively
aiwanese two pin flat-bladed plug
POWER-CORD CAUTION
Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement.
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Contents
01 Before you start
What’s in the box Putting the batteries in the remote
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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 Connecting up
Rear panel connections Front panel connections Easy connections Using other types of video output Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver (1) Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver (2) Connecting to an AV amplifier or receiver Connecting using HDMI Connecting other AV sources Connecting a USB device Plugging in
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03 Controls and displays
Remote control Display Front panel
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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
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time Basic recording from the TV Setting a timer recording Timer recording FAQ Simultaneous recording and playback (Chase Play) Recording from an external component Automatic recording from a satellite tuner Playing your recordings on other DVD players Initializing recordable DVD discs
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06 Playback
Introduction Basic playback Using the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of a disc Scanning discs
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Frame advance/frame reverse . . . . . . . . 58
The Play Mode menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Displaying and switching subtitles . . . . . 61
Switching DVD and DivX soundtracks . . 61
Switching audio channels . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Switching camera angles . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Displaying disc information on-screen . . 63
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07 Playing and recording from a DV camcorder
Playing from a DV camcorder Recording from a DV camcorder DV video setting About DV
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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 from a USB device to the
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HDD Playing music from the Jukebox Editing Jukebox albums
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11 The PhotoViewer
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
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13 The Video Adjust menu
Setting the picture quality for TV and external 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 Manual recording modes Troubleshooting On-screen displays and recorder displays Setting up the remote to control your TV Language code list Country/Area code list Screen sizes and disc formats Handling discs
Cleaning the pickup lens . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Hints on installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Moving the recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Resetting the recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
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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
Putting the batteries in the remote control
• Insert two AA/R6P batteries into the battery compartment following the indications ( compartment.
,
) inside the
Important
Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting. Please observe the following:
• Don’t mix new and old batteries together.
• Don’t use different kinds of batteries together—although they may look similar, different batteries may have different voltages.
• Make sure that the plus and minus ends of each battery match the indications in the battery compartment.
• Remove batteries from equipment that isn’t going to be used for a month or more.
• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction’s rules that apply in your country/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
on page 116.
• Use within the operating range in front of the remote control sensor on the front panel, as shown.
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• You can control this recorder using the remote sensor of another Pioneer component using the on the rear panel. See
connections
on page 14 for more
CONTROL IN
Rear panel
information.
Remote
jack
Disc / content format playback compatibility
Compatible media
• DVD-RW ver.1.1 / 1x, 1x to 2x, ver. 1.2 / 2x to 4x / 2 x 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 2.4x / 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
• 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-310 / DVR-510H
1
Discs should be finalized in this recorder before playing. Unfinalized VR mode and Video mode discs may not play.
2
Cannot read the CPRM information
the display when you load a disc. However, this will not affect playback.
3
Copy-once protected disc titles will not play.
Playable Recordable
Yes
Yes
1,2,3
1
No
No
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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.
HDD DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R
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 Dual Mono/Bilingual
broadcast recording of both audio ch.
HDD
DVD (VR)
 *4   *4  *4  *4 
n/a
*10, 11
DVD (Video)
*1 *1 *2 *13, 16
*3
*3
*12
*5
 *6
*11
Notes to table
*1 Must be initialized for VR mode recording (page 100) *2 Must be initialized for Video mode recording (page 100) *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 113) *11 Only when the recording mode is not set to LPCM *12 CPRM-compatible discs only
DVD +RW
DVD (VR)
*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 100). In this case, initialization will take about 1 hour.
DVD (Video)
*12
*7
 *6 
*11
is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo
DVD+R
*3
*6, 15
DVD+RW
 *8 
*14
DVD­RAM
DVD-RAM
Licensing Corporation.
*12
*9
*11
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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:
2x to 4x DVD-R discs.
Confirm the recording speed:
should be compatible with 2x or 4x recording; DVD+R with 2.4x to 8x recording.
• This logo indicates that the disc is a DVD-R DL or DVD+R DL disc:
• Correct operation has been confirmed for DVD-R DL discs (ver. 3.0 / 2x, 4x) produced by the following manufacturers: Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim (as of March 2005).
Use ver. 3.0 /
DVD-R
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
Video CD
CD-RW
Super Video CD (Super VCD)
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CD-R/-RW compatibility
This recorder cannot record CD-R or CD-RW discs.
• Readable formats: CD-Audio, Video CD/ Super VCD, ISO 9660 CD-ROM* containing MP3, WMA, 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/Super VCD)
• Unfinalized disc playback: CD-Audio only
Compressed audio compatibility
• Compatible media: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, 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
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) 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)
(files encoded using
1
file
• 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
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
®
Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
®
Player for
Player 10 series.
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)
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used to record it. For detailed information, please see the instruction manuals or help files that came with your PC and/or software.
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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
®
media files.
video
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
Authorization Error
is
displayed and the content will not play.
• Resetting the recorder (as described in
Resetting the recorder
on page 133) will not cause you to lose your registration code.
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
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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.
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• Do not move the recorder immediately after switching it off. If you need to move the recorder, please follow the steps below:
1
After the message
POWER OFF
is shown in the display, wait at least two minutes.
2
Unplug from the wall socket.
3
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.
• 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 101).
Optimize HDD
on
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
CD
Video CD
Super VCD
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
Super VCD
WMA/MP3
DivX
A L L
WMA or MP3 files
DivX files
All of the above
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Chapter 2
Connecting up
Rear panel connections
1 32
AC IN
DIGITAL
CONTROL
OUT
COAXIAL
IN
7 8
1 AC IN
Connect to a power outlet using the supplied power cable after making all other connections.
2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
A high-quality video output for connecting to a TV or monitor with a component video input.
3 OUTPUT1 and 2
Two sets of audio/video outputs (stereo analog audio; composite and S-video video) that you can use to connect TVs or monitors.
4 INPUT1/AUTO START REC and INPUT3
Two sets of audio/video inputs (stereo analog audio; composite and S-video video) that you can use to connect to satellite receivers, TVs, VCR or other source component for recording.
4 5 6
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
OUTPUT 1
L
R
P
B
P
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUTPUT 2
S-VIDEO
R
INPUT 1/AUTO START REC
OUTPUT 1
L
AUDIO
INPUT 3
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
IN
OUT
ANTENNA
5 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
your TV.
6 HDMI OUT
HDMI output for high quality digital audio and video.
7 DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL
A digital audio output for connecting to an AV amp/receiver, Dolby Digital/DTS decoder or other equipment with coaxial digital input.
8 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.
HDMI OUT
ANTENNA
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Front panel connections
On the front panel a flip-down cover hides more connections.
USB
119 10 12
S-VIDEODV IN VIDEO L AUDIO R
(MONO)
INPUT 2
9 USB port (Type B)
USB port for connecting a PictBridge­compatible printer.
10 USB port (Type A)
USB port for connecting a digital camera, USB memory or other USB device.
11 DV IN
A DV input i.LINK connector, suitable for connecting a DV camcorder.
12 INPUT2
Audio/video input (stereo analog audio; composite and S-video video), especially suitable for camcorders, game consoles, portable audio, etc.
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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
TV
4
ANTENNA
3
ANTENNA
OUT
A/V IN 2
IN
5
A/V
OUT
1 Connect your TV antenna/cable TV outlet to the ANTENNA IN (RF IN) jack on this recorder.
2 Use an RF antenna cable (one is supplied) to connect the ANTENNA OUT jack on this recorder to the antenna input on your VCR.
• If you are not connecting a VCR in the chain, connect this recorder directly to your TV and skip the next step.
3 Use an RF antenna cable to connect the antenna output on your VCR to the antenna input on your TV.
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.
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VCR
AC IN
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
ANTENNA
IN
2
ANTENNA IN (RF IN)
HDMI OUT
Y
OUTPUT 1
L
R
R
B
P
CONTROL
P
R
IN
COMPONENT
AUDIO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
OUTPUT 2
Antenna/cable TV wall outlet
INPUT 1/AUTO START REC
L
AUDIO
OUTPUT 1
VIDEO
INPUT 3
ANTENNA
OUT
IN
OUT
ANTENNA
S-VIDEO
1
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1
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
S-VIDEO
INPUT
1 2
TV
Y
L
AC IN
R
P
B
DIGITAL
CONTROL
OUT
P
R
COAXIAL
IN
COMPONENT
AUDIO
VIDEO OUT
OUTPUT 2
INPUT
HDMI OUT
IN
INPUT 1/AUTO START REC
OUTPUT 1
OUTPUT 1
L
R
OUT
ANTENNA
AUDIO
VIDEO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
INPUT 3
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).
2 Connecting using the component video output
Component video carries the picture as two separate color signals, plus a luminance (brightness) signal.
See also 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).
Component Video Out
on page 108
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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.
1
. If many or all
A/V IN 1
TV
2
Cable box/ Satellite receiver
AC IN
ANTENNA
IN
1
ANTENNA
ANTENNA
IN
Y
R
P
B
DIGITAL
CONTROL
OUT
P
R
COAXIAL
IN
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
OUT
OUTPUT 1
L
AUDIO
OUTPUT 2
1
INPUT 1/AUTO START REC
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
Antenna/cable TV wall outlet
A/V OUT
3
ANTENNA
OUT
HDMI OUT
IN
OUTPUT 1
OUT
ANTENNA
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
INPUT 3
ANTENNA IN (RF IN)
1
1 Connect RF antenna cables as shown.
This enables you to watch and record TV channels.
2 Connect the AUDIO and VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (1 or 2) on this recorder to a set of audio/video inputs on your TV using a set of A/V cables (as supplied).
This enables you to watch the output from this recorder.
3 Connect the audio/video output of your cable box/satellite receiver to the INPUT jacks on this recorder using a set of A/V cables.
This enables you to record scrambled TV channels.
Note
1 The diagram shows standard video connections, but you can alternatively use the S-video or component video
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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.
AUDIO/VIDEO
INPUT
2
AC IN
TV
Y
R
P
B
DIGITAL
CONTROL
OUT
P
R
COAXIAL
IN
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
1
ANTENNA
IN
1
ANTENNA
OUT
ANTENNA IN (RF IN)
HDMI OUT
IN
INPUT 1/AUTO START REC
OUTPUT 1
OUTPUT 1
L
L
R
OUT
ANTENNA
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUTPUT 2
VIDEO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
INPUT 3
1 Connect RF antenna cables as shown.
This enables you to watch and record TV channels.
2 Connect the AUDIO and VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (1 or 2) on this recorder to a set of audio/video inputs on your TV using a set of A/V cables (as supplied).
This enables you to watch discs.
3 Connect the audio/video output of your cable box/satellite receiver to the INPUT jacks on this recorder using a set of A/V cables.
This enables you to record scrambled TV channels.
AUDIO/VIDEO
OUTPUT
Antenna/cable TV wall outlet
3
1
ANTENNA
OUT
Cable box/ Satellite receiver
ANTENNA
IN
1
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.
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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 109 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
IN
TV
AV amp/ receiver
DIGITAL IN
COAXIAL
3
AC IN
DIGITAL
CONTROL
OUT
COAXIAL
IN
VIDEO
IN
4
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO/VIDEO
INPUT
2
Y
P
P
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
INPUT 1/AUTO START REC
OUTPUT 1
OUTPUT 1
L
L
R
R
B
R
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUTPUT 2
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
ANTENNA
INPUT 3
OUT
Antenna/cable TV wall outlet
1
ANTENNA IN (RF IN)
HDMI OUT
IN
OUT
ANTENNA
S-VIDEO
1
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.
1
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
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from coaxial to optical are available at specialist audio dealers.
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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.
• Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT connector on this recorder to an HDMI connector on an HDMI­compatible monitor.
AC IN
• 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)
page 114 for more information. Note that the HDMI settings remain in effect until you change them, or connect a new HDMI component.
2
, you can connect it to
HDMI
IN
HDMI-compatible display
HDMI OUT
Y
OUTPUT 1
L
R
B
P
DIGITAL
CONTROL
OUT
P
R
COAXIAL
IN
COMPONENT
AUDIO
VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
OUTPUT 2
IN
INPUT 1/AUTO START REC
OUTPUT 1
L
R
OUT
ANTENNA
AUDIO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
INPUT 3
HDMI Output (only available
on
Important
• An HDMI connection can only be made with DVI-equipped components compatible with both DVI and High­bandwidth 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).
Note
1 This unit has been designed to be compliant with HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) version 1.2a and
HDCP version 1.1. 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) and PAL (720 x 576i/p, 1280 x 720p, 1920 x 1080i). If your display is not compatible with these resolutions the picture may not be correctly reproduced.
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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.
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 5 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
OPEN/CLOSE
HDD/DVD
STANDBY/ON
DVR-745H-S
AUDIO/VIDEO
OUTPUT
(Rear panel)
1 2
HDMI
S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R
DV INUSB
(MONO)
INPUT 2
ONE
STOP
REC
TOUCH
CH
+–
REC
COPY
AUDIO/VIDEO
INPUT
(Front panel)
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.
Connecting a DV camcorder
Using the front panel possible to connect a DV camcorder or video deck, or DVD-R/-RW recorder and digitally transfer DV tapes or DVD-R/-RW discs to DVD-R/-RW.
Important
• This jack is for connection to DV equipment only. It is not compatible with digital satellite receivers or D-VHS video decks.
STANDBY/ON
DVR-745H-S
DV IN
OPEN/CLOSE
HDMI
DV INUSB
jack, it is
HDD/DVD
S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R
(MONO)
INPUT 2
DV
IN
ONE
STOP
REC
TOUCH
CH
+–
REC
COPY
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AUDIO/VIDEO
INPUT
VCR
Analog camcorder
AUDIO/VIDEO
OUTPUT
DV
OUT
DV camcorder
• Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV jack of your DV camcorder/video deck to the front panel DV IN jack of this recorder.
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Connecting a USB device
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
OPEN/CLOSE
HDMI
S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R
DV INUSB
(MONO)
INPUT 2
USB
USB
Type A
PictBridge-compatible
Printer
STANDBY/ON
DVR-745H-S
Type B
USB
Important
• Some USB devices may not work with this recorder.
• 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
CH
+–
COPY
STOP
REC
REC
Digital Camera
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-comaptible printer.
Plugging in
After checking all the connections, plug in the recorder.
• Use the supplied power cable to connect this recorder to a power outlet.
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Chapter 3
Controls and displays
Remote control
1 2
STANDBY/ON
3
HDD DVD
5
GHI JKL MNO
8
PQRS TUV WXYZ
G-CODE
AUDIO
DISC NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
HOME MENU
+
10 11
13
15
16
REV SCAN PLAY FWD SCAN
PAUSE STOP CM
20
21
22
CASE
PREV
SELECTION
REC
INPUT SELECT
1 ONE TOUCH COPY
OPEN/CLOSE
ONE TOUCH
COPY
INPUT
ABC
DEF
SELECT
CH
CLEAR
CLEAR
SUBTITLE ANGLE PLAY MODE
ENTER
RETURN
HELP
DISPLAY
OK BACK SKIP
NEXT STEP/SLOW
REC MODE TIMER REC
STOP REC
TV CONTROL
VOLUME
CHANNEL
DVD RECORDER
(page 80)
4
6
7
9
12
MENU
14
17
18
19
Press to start One Touch Copy of the currently playing title to DVD or the HDD.
2 Remote control indicator
Lights when setting up the remote control for use with a TV (page 129) and when setting the remote control mode (page 116).
3 STANDBY/ON
Press to switch the recorder on/into standby.
4 OPEN/CLOSE
Press to open/close the disc tray.
5 HDD
Press to select the hard disk (HDD) for recording or playback.
6 DVD
Press to select the DVD for recording or playback.
7 INPUT SELECT
(page 46) Press to change the input to use for recording.
8 Alphanumeric buttons, + and CLEAR
Use the number buttons for track/chapter/ title selection; channel selection, and so on. The same buttons can also be used to enter names for titles, discs and so on.
Use the + button to enter non-alphanumeric characters and symbols.
Use
CLEAR
to clear an entry and start again.
9 CH +/–
(page 34) Press to change the channel of the built-in TV tuner.
10 G-Code™
(page 40) Press then use the number buttons to enter a G-Code programming number for timer recording.
G-Code is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation.
The G-Code system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
11 DVD playback functions
(page 35, 61)
AUDIO
Changes the audio language or channel. (When the recorder is stopped, press to change the tuner audio.)
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SUBTITLE
Displays/changes the subtitles included in multilingual DVD-Video discs.
ANGLE
Switches camera angles on discs with multi-angle scenes.
12 PLAY MODE
Press to display the Play Mode menu (for features such as search, repeat and program play).
13 DISC NAVIGATOR MENU
(page 52) Press to display the Disc Navigator screen, or the top menu if a DVD-Video or finalized DVD-R/-RW disc is loaded.
14 MENU
Press to display the disc menu if a DVD­Video disc is loaded.
15
///
Used to navigate all on-screen displays. Press
ENTER
highlighted option.
16 HOME MENU
Press to display the Home Menu, from which you can navigate all the functions of the recorder.
17 RETURN
Press to go back one level in the on-screen menu or display.
18 HELP
Press for help on how to use the current GUI screen.
19 DISPLAY
Displays/changes the on-screen information displays.
20 Playback controls
REV SCAN /  FWD SCAN
(page 57) Press to start reverse or forward scanning. Press again to change the speed.
(page 61)
(page 62)
(page 58)
(page 55, 68)
(page 52)
and ENTER
to select the currently
(page 63)
(page 51)
/ TOP
PLAY
Press to start playback.
PAUSE
Press to pause playback or recording.
STOP
Press to stop playback.
CM BACK (commercial back)
Press repeatedly to skip progressively backward through the audio or video playing.
CM SKIP (commercial skip)
Press repeatedly to skip progressively forward through the audio or video playing.
PREV /  NEXT
Press to skip to the previous or next title/ chapter/track/folder; or to display the previous or next menu page.
 / 
During playback, press to start slow­motion playback; while paused, press to show the previous or next video frame.
21 Recording controls
Press to start recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time in blocks of 30 mins.
Press to stop recording.
REC MODE
Press repeatedly to change the recording mode (picture quality).
TIMER REC
Press to start setting a timer recording.
22 TV CONTROL
After setting up, use these controls to control your TV.
STEP / SLOW (page 57)
(page 36)
REC
STOP REC
(page 36)
(page 38)
(page 129)
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Display
2 3 5 61
89 7
10
1
Lights during playback; blinks when playback is paused.
2
Lights when copying.
3
Lights during recording; blinks when recording is paused.
4PM
Lights to indicate PM (after midday) for the clock display.
5
(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.)
NTSC
Lights when the video output signal format is NTSC.
(page 109)
Taiwan and Philippines model:
Indicates which channels are recorded when dual mono is selected.
Other:
Indicates which channels of a bilingual broadcast are recorded.
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4
PM
(page 108)
L
P
R
Lights when the component video output is set to progressive scan (except in some cases when a component is connected using HDMI).
SAP
(page 35) (
model only
Taiwan and Philippines
) Lights when the currently selected TV channel has a Second Audio Program channel.
6 Recording quality indicators
(page 36)
XP
Lights when the recording mode is set to
XP
(best quality).
SP
Lights when the recording mode is set to
SP
(standard play).
LP / SLP
Lights when the recording mode is set to
LP
(long play) or
SLP
(super long play).
EP / SEP
Lights when the recording mode is set to
EP
(extended play) or
SEP
(super
extended play).
MN
Lights when the recording mode is set to
MN
(manual recording level) mode.
7 Character display
8R / RW
Indicates the type of recordable DVD loaded: DVD-R or DVD-RW.
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9 AUTO
Lights when Auto Start Recording has been set, and during Auto Start Recording.
10 PL
(page 68) Lights when a VR mode disc is loaded and the recorder is in Play List mode.
Front panel
1 93 4 76
OPEN/CLOSE
STANDBY/ON
DVR-745H-S
1 STANDBY/ON
Press to switch the recorder on/into standby.
2 Disc tray
OPEN/CLOSE
3
Press to open/close the disc tray.
4 HDD/DVD indicator
Indicator lights blue when the hard disk (HDD) is selected; orange when the DVD drive is selected.
5 HDMI indicator
Lights when this recorder is connected to HDMI (HDCP) compatible component.
6 HELP FUNCTION
Press to display the on-screen help.
7 HDD/DVD
Press to switch between the hard disk drive (HDD) and DVD for recording and playback.
8 Front panel display and IR remote sensor
See
Display
on page 26 for details.
2 3
(page 116) Shows the remote control mode (if nothing is displayed, the remote control mode is 1).
V
Lights when an unfinalized Video mode disc is loaded.
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HDD/DVD
HDMI
S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R
DV INUSB
INPUT 2
(MONO)
11
ONE
STOP
TOUCH
CH
+
REC
COPY
1413 15
1210
9 REC
Press to start recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time in 30 minute blocks.
10 Front panel inputs
See
Front panel connections
(page 15)
on page 15 for
more information on these.
11
Press to start or restart playback.
12
Press to stop playback.
13 CH +/–
Use to change channels, skip chapters/ tracks, etc.
14 ONE TOUCH COPY
(page 80) Press to start One Touch Copy of the currently playing title to DVD or the HDD.
15 STOP REC
Press to stop recording.
REC
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Chapter 4
Getting started
Switching on and setting up
When you switch the recorder on for the first time, you can make several basic settings using the Setup Navigator feature. This takes you through setting the clock, the internal TV tuner and the video output.
If you’re using the recorder for the first time, we strongly recommend you use the Setup Navigator before starting to use the recorder.
Important
• Some of the Setup Navigator on-screen displays (OSDs) in this section vary slightly depending on the country or region of purchase.
• Unless otherwise stated, the OSDs shown in this manual are for the Taiwan and Philippines model.
1 Switch on your TV and set the video input to this recorder.
STANDBY/ON
2 Switch on the recorder.
When you switch on for the first time, your TV should display the Setup Navigator screen (If the Setup Navigator doesn’t appear, you can also access it from the Initial Setup menu; see page 106).
ENTER
3 Choose a language (then press ENTER).
Language
English
Español
Italiano
Português
ENTER
4 Start the Setup Navigator.
Setting
Complete this setup before you
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Start
Start
Cancel
Navigator
Navigator
Please use the Initial Setup if you want to make more detailed settings.
• If you don’t want to use the Setup Navigator, press then press
to select
ENTER
to exit the Setup
Cancel
,
Navigator.
ENTER
5 Select an option then press ENTER.
Taiwan and Philippines model:
Setting
Auto Channel Setting
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English
Antenna
Cable
Navigator
Do not Set
Navigator
Other:
Setting
Auto Channel Setting
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English
Auto Scan
Do not Set
• Select
Do not set
if you want to skip channel setup (because they have already been set up, for example).
• You can go back to the previous screen at anytime in the Setup Navigator by pressing
ENTER
RETURN
.
Select your country.
Setting
Setting
Country Selection
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Country
Taiwan
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• Auto-tuning channels
The Auto Scan option automatically scans and sets the channel presets.
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Cancel
ENTER
6 Select ‘Auto’ for automatic time setting, or ‘Manual’ to set the clock
manually.
Setting
Clock Setting
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Auto
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Auto
Manual
• Auto clock setting
Some TV channels broadcast time signals together with the program. This recorder can use these signals to set the clock automatically.
Set ‘Clock Set CH‘ to the channel preset number that broadcasts a time signal, then move the cursor down to ‘Start’ and press ENTER.
Setting
Auto Clock Setting
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Time
Navigator
Navigator
Clock Set CH
–– / –– / ––––
–– : –– AM
2
Start
The recorder takes a short while to set the time. After you see that it’s set, select Next to proceed.
Setting
Auto Clock Setting
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Date
Time
Clock Set CH
1 / 01 / 2006 SUN
12 : 00 AM
2
Start
Next
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Navigator
Navigator
If the time could not be set automatically, press RETURN to go back to the previous screen and select
Manual.
• Manual clock setting
If no stations in your area are broadcasting time signals, you can set the clock manually.
Use the / buttons to set your time zone.
You can set this by selecting a city or a time relative to GMT.
Setting
Manual Clock Setting
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D.S.T
Navigator
Off
Taiwan
Taipei
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Press  then use the / buttons to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’ for daylight saving/summer time, then press ENTER.
Select On if you are currently using daylight saving/summer time.
Setting
Manual Clock Setting
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Navigator
D.S.T
Navigator
On
Taiwan
Taipei
1/2
Set the date and time, then press ENTER to make all the settings.
Taiwan and Philippines model: The date is in month/day/year format.
Other: The date is in day/month/year format.
Setting
Manual Clock Setting
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Time
Navigator
Navigator
Time Zone
D.S.T
1/ /01
12 : 00 AM
Taiwan Taipei
On
2/2
2006 SUN
• Use the / buttons to change the value in the highlighted field.
• Use the / buttons to move from one field to another.
• Press ENTER to finish setting the time.
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Setting
ENTER
7 Select the TV screen type, ‘Wide (16:9)’ or ‘Standard (4:3)’.
Setting
TV Screen Size
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Wide (16:9)
Standard (4:3)
ENTER
8 Select whether or not your TV is compatible with progressive scan
video.
Setting
Progressive
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Compatible
Not Compatible
Not Compatible
Navigator
Don't Know
Navigator
• Note that progressive scan video is only output through the component video outputs and only when the video source is NTSC (see
output
ENTER
9 Press to continue after reading
Using other types of video
on page 17).
the HDD caution.
Setting
In the event of HDD failure, recordings may be lost or normal playback/recording may
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As recordings might be lost in case of a HDD failure, we recommend to use the HDD only as temporary storage media.
Navigator
Navigator
Please copy recordings you want to keep to recordable DVD.
Press ENTER to continue.
• If there are blank channels with no station, you can set these to skip using the manual channel setting. See
CH Setting
on page 107.
Manual
ENTER
10 Select ‘Finish Setup’ to exit the Setup Navigator, or ‘Go Back’ if you
want to start again.
Setup is complete!
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Enjoy using your DVD recorder!
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Finish Setup
Finish Setup
Navigator
Go Back
Navigator
That completes basic setup using the Setup Navigator.
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