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.
VRW2262 - A
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Operating Environment
T
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
PlayableRecordable
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.
HDDDVD-RDVD-RWDVD+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 CDCD-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
132
AC IN
DIGITAL
CONTROL
OUT
COAXIAL
IN
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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.
456
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
1191012
S-VIDEODV INVIDEO 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
12
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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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)
12
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
12
STANDBY/ON
3
HDDDVD
5
GHI JKL MNO
8
PQRS TUV WXYZ
G-CODE
AUDIO
DISC NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
HOME
MENU
+
10
11
13
15
16
REV SCANPLAYFWD SCAN
PAUSE STOPCM
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 3561
897
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
193476
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.
825
HDD/DVD
HDMI
S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R
DV INUSB
INPUT 2
(MONO)
11
ONE
STOP
TOUCH
CH
+–
REC
COPY
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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
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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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D.S.T
Navigator
On
Taiwan
Taipei
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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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Finish Setup
Finish Setup
Navigator
Go Back
Navigator
That completes basic setup using the Setup
Navigator.
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