Pioneer LX1 User Manual
DVD RECORDER
PRV-LX1
Operating Instructions
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WARNING:
Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the product will expose
you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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Be Easily Accessible.
[For U.S. model]
IMPORTANT NOTICE H006AEn
The serial number for this equipment is located in
the rear panel. Please write this serial number on
your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure
area. This is for your security.
Confirm Supplied Accessories
Remote control unit (1)
AA batteries (2)
Air filter replacements set (1)
Power cord 2-meters (1)
Warranty (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
• If any of the above accessories are missing,
contact your dealer.
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......2
Precautions .................................................. 5
Precautions for Use: Basic Information .... 8
General Features of the PRV-LX1 ............ 11
Example of System Composition and
Recording Component Setup ............... 12
Names of Parts ..........................................14
Front Panel Facilities ..............................14
Rear Panel Facilities ...............................16
Remote Control Unit ..............................17
PRV-LX1 Video Clip Management and Disc
Authoring Procedure ............................. 18
Basic PRV-LX1 Operations ....................... 19
PRV-LX1 Functions ....................................22
Status Confirmation Using Onscreen
Display (OSD) ......................................... 26
System Default Settings .......................... 29
Mouse/Keyboard ....................................29
Network ................................................. 30
UPS Support ..........................................30
System Information ...............................31
HDD Tools ..............................................31
Background Color ................................... 31
Composite/RCA Output ......................... 31
Recording ................................................... 32
Selecting Input .......................................32
Selecting Recording Destination ............33
Other Recording Settings ...................... 34
Preview Function ................................... 35
Starting and Stopping Recording ...........35
Settings for Automatic Recording ..........38
Editing the Edit List ................................38
Recording to DVD Discs ........................ 39
Recording from HDD to DVD .................40
Playing Discs .............................................41
Selecting Playback Source .....................41
Playing DVD-Video Discs
(including commercially available
software titles) ...................................41
Clip Playback (HDD) ............................... 42
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Basic Operations ....................................42
Playback Monitoring during Recording ..45
Other Playback Settings ......................... 46
External Sync Function ..........................48
Other Functions ..................................... 49
Regarding Progressive Scan Output ......49
DVD Menu Editing .................................... 50
DVD Menu Type Selection .....................50
Font Selection ........................................50
DVD Menu Selection .............................51
Thumbnail Selection ............................... 51
Button Text ............................................. 52
Setting Navigation Commands ..............52
Customizing the DVD Menu .................. 53
DVD Menu Preview ............................... 55
Title Editing / Chapter Editing ................. 56
Editing Chapter Names ..........................56
Title Trimming......................................... 57
Chapter Editing ...................................... 58
Title Order Edit ....................................... 58
DVD Disc Emulation ............................... 59
Recording to DVD Disc .......................... 59
Project Editing ........................................... 60
Copying a Project ...................................61
Copying Clips between Projects ............61
Deleting a Project ................................... 61
Disc Duplication ........................................ 62
Importing Image Data, Edit Lists .............63
DVD Menu Layout
Image File Format ..............................65
DVD Menu Background
Image File Format ..............................65
Edit List File Format ...............................65
Edit List Example ................................... 66
Function Menu Table ................................ 67
Message Display ....................................... 74
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................ 78
Specifications ............................................80
Language Code List .................................. 82
Regarding the GNU General
Public License .........................................83
Precautions
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so
you will know how to operate your model properly.
7 Care must be taken not to infringe
copyright restrictions under the laws of
each country.
If this device is used to record copyrighted
materials, approval must be obtained from
the respective copyright holders. The
recording of copyrighted materials without
the express approval of the respective
copyright holders may result in legal
penalties. Pioneer disclaims any and all
responsibility for any legal damages
resulting from the use of this device in the
unauthorized copying of copyrighted
materials.
7 Pioneer may not be held liable for the loss
of any data or any other direct or indirect
damage suffered as the result of the use or
breakdown of this product.
7 All names of corporations, products, and
systems listed herein, even when the (™) or
(®) symbols are omitted, should be
considered the registered trademarks of
their respective owners.
Installation Notes
¶ Install in a level, stable location. Avoid unstable
locations, or locations exposed to strong vibrations.
¶ Do not interfere with the dispersion of heat from the
unit. Avoid using the unit on deep pile carpets or other
thick fabrics, and do not cover the unit with blankets or
cloths. Such usages may interfere with cooling and
result in malfunctions.
¶ Do not place other objects on top of the unit.
¶ Install in a location not exposed to other sources of
heat.
Avoid installing the unit on top of amplifiers or other
components that emit heat. When mounting the unit in
a rack, avoid the effect of heat from amplifiers and other
audio components by installing the PRV-LX1 as low as
possible beneath the other components in a wellventilated position in the rack.
¶ When mounting the unit in a rack, special precautions
are necessary to avoid heat rise inside the unit. As a
general rule, install the unit in a location not exposed to
heat from below, and with at least 10 cm clearance to
right and left and above, to provide for natural
convection (ambient temperature below 35 °C).
Under other conditions, install so that when fully
warmed up, the temperature at a point 5 cm above the
center top of the case is below 35 °C. Provide for the
installation of some means of forced ventilation if
necessary.
¶ When connecting multiple PRV-LX1 units in series and
using an external means of controlling power ON/OFF,
the initial current surge will become quite large. Consult
your Pioneer service center regarding the ratings for
power switches used with such an installation.
¶ Do not install in fully enclosed rack mounts, since
damage may result from overheating.
Environment Conditions
Ambient conditions during use should be within the range
of +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F) and 85% Relative
Humidity (with ventilation ports not blocked).
7 Prohibited Installation Locations
• Places exposed to direct sunlight or bright artificial light.
• Places exposed to high levels of dust or smoke.
• Places subject to vibration.
• Places subject to strong electrical or magnetic fields.
• Close to heat sources.
• Places exposed to high levels of electrical noise.
• Places liable to the generation of electrostatic noise.
• Places exposed to high humidity or poor ventilation.
• Fully enclosed rack mounts.
About Condensation
During winter months when the unit is moved from a cold
location into a warm room, or when the temperature of the
installation location is raised suddenly, condensation may
form on the unit’s internal parts (drive mechanism, laser
lens, hard disk, etc.). When condensation forms, the unit
will not operate. To eliminate the condensation, disconnect
the power cord and allow the unit to warm to room
temperature. Depending on the degree of condensation,
this may require 1-2 hours. Once the unit has warmed
sufficiently, it will become operational again.
Condensation may also form during summer months if the
cool air from an air conditioner is directed toward the unit.
In this case, change the installation location of the unit or
the air conditioner.
Moving the Unit
If transporting of the unit is required, be sure to use the
original packing materials supplied with the unit, and avoid
subjecting the unit to impact, vibration, or dropping. Also
take precautions to avoid exposing the unit to heat or
moisture during the move.
Always remove any discs from the unit before moving.
Moving the unit with a disc loaded may result in scratches
to the disc or internal damage to the drive unit.
7 Special Precautions
Never move the unit during playback or recording. During
playback and recording, the disc is rotating at very high
speed, and lifting or moving the unit during this time may
result in damage to the disc. Subjecting the unit to strong
impacts or vibrations when a disc is loaded may also result
in damage to the disc or internal parts of the unit. When it
is necessary to transport the unit, stop any recording or
playback operations, and remove any disc that is loaded.
Remove discs anytime lifting or moving of the unit is
required.
This unit is designed with precision optical devices. Take
special care to control room temperature and dust in the
installation location.
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Precautions
About Copyright
¶ Unauthorized copying, broadcast, public performance, or
rental of copyrighted discs is prohibited by law.
¶ This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by method claims of certain
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned
by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use
of this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
¶ This unit is equipped with copy prevention technology,
and will not permit the unauthorized copying of contents
recorded by their copyright holders with copy-prevention
signals.
¶ This unit does not support recording of DVD-RW discs in
VR mode. As a result, it also does not support CPRM
(“copy once”) discs.
¶ This unit features a GNU/Linux system based on a
GNU general public licence.
The contents of this contract can be found on page 83.
About the use of Dolby Digital Logo
Audio bitstreams created with this system are not
intended for distribution on DVDs bearing the
Dolby Digital logo.
For more information on the use of Dolby
trademarks and logos, please contact Dolby
Laboratories: http://www.dolby.com
7 Precautions when starting
When powering on the unit (from the time the
power is turned on until the STOP button lights; see
page 15), do not operate the keyboard until the
monitor displays the PRV-LX1 logo. If the startup
procedure is interrupted due to inadvertent
keyboard input, press the keyboard’s [ESC] key.
Precautions Regarding Built-In Hard
Disk Drive (HDD)
The built-in hard disk drive (HDD) incorporates highprecision technology, and recorded contents may be
damaged or lost under certain conditions of use. Take
precautions regarding the following:
Important recordings should not be left permanently on the
HDD, but preserved as DVD-Video discs by means of DVDR/RW recording.
7 Important Recordings
If the built-in hard disk drive malfunctions, contents
previously recorded on the drive may be lost. Important
recordings should not be left permanently on the HDD, but
preserved as DVD-Video discs by means of DVD-R/RW
recording. Pioneer disclaims any responsible for loss of
recorded data or other collateral damage arising from any
malfunction, including failure of the HDD at the end of its
operating lifetime.
Pioneer disclaims all responsibility for the integrity
of contents recorded on hard disk drives or DVD
discs, and for any damages resulting from the loss
of such contents.
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7 Precautions Regarding Installation and Use
∞ Do not subject the unit to vibration and impacts.
Subjecting the unit to such vibrations or impacts during
operation is particularly to be avoided, since
malfunctions may result.
∞ Do not install unit in unstable locations, or locations
exposed to vibration.
∞ Always install in level horizontal position.
∞ Do not block the rear cooling fan and front lower air
intakes. Malfunctions may result from attempting to use
the unit with the fan or vents blocked.
∞ Two dust filters are installed in the air intakes on the
unit’s front lower panel (see page 14). With time, the air
filters will gradually become soiled with dust. If the unit
is subjected to continued use with dirty filters, the unit
pay not perform to its full, and malfunctions may occur.
As a result, please replace the filters at regular intervals
(see the appended “Air Filter Replacement
Instructions and Precautions”).
∞ Do not use the unit in environments exposed to high
temperature or humidity. Also, avoid using the unit in
locations exposed to sudden changes of temperature,
since condensation may occur on internal parts, leading
to possible damage to the hard disk drive (HDD) and
other malfunctions. Consult the section “About
Condensation” on page 5.
∞ When power is turned ON, do not turn off the rear
panel’s power switch, disconnect the power plug, or trip
the power breaker to the power outlet.
∞ Do not move the unit when the power is turned ON, or
immediately after turning the power OFF. When moving
the unit is required, follow these guidelines:
1. Turn power OFF.
Press the STANDBY/ON switch so that the power
indicator appears orange, then wait at least two
minutes.
2. Turn off the main power switch on the rear panel.
3. Disconnect the power cord from its outlet.
4. Move the unit.
¶ In the event of a malfunction, removal of the entire unit
may be necessary for repair (depending on the kind of
malfunction). In such cases, consult your service dealer
to have the unit removed by professional installation
personnel. Failure to have the unit removed by
professional installation personnel may result in refusal
of repair service.
7 Usable Lifetime of the Hard Disk Drive
∞ The hard disk drive (HDD) is a high precision device, and
when subjected to severe environmental or usage
conditions, may reach the end of its operating lifetime in
only a few years.
∞ Frequent symptoms occurring when the HDD
approaches the end of its lifetime including “part or all
of the playback image will repeatedly enter pause
mode,” or “block noise (mosaic distortion) and other
image distortion will occur”. The HDD may also reach
the end of its lifetime even without these symptoms
occurring.
∞ When the HDD reaches the end of its operating lifetime,
any data recorded on it may become unrecoverable.
When the HDD malfunctions at the end of its operating
lifetime, it must be replaced.
(In the event of HDD failure, any data recorded on
the HDD cannot be recovered.)
Precautions
Data Protection in Event of Power Failure
While operating this unit, if a power failure occurs, the main
power switch is turned OFF, the power cord is
disconnected, or other interruption in AC power occurs, the
data recorded on the HDD and DVD may be lost.
To prevent such untoward occurrences, we recommend
that this unit be connected to an Uninterruptible Power
Supply (UPS).
UPS devices supported by this unit include the following:
AMERICAN POWER CONVERSION CORP. (APC)
Smart-UPS 500
Smart-UPS 700VA (SU700NET)
* The Smart-UPS 500 is a model marketed only in
Japan.
* APC and Smart-UP are trademarks or registered
trademarks of the American Power Conversion
Corporation.
* The UPS devices supported may be subject to
change; for latest information on supported
devices, consult your Pioneer dealer or Pioneer
Electronics (USA) Customer Support Division listed
at the end of this manual.
See page 30 for connections used when employing a UPS.
Cleaning Care of the Unit
∞ Normal cleaning should consist of dry wiping the unit with
a soft cloth. In the event of severe soiling, make a dilution
of 1 part neutral deutergent in 5 or 6 parts water. Dip a
soft cloth in the solution and wring well, then wipe away
the dirt, followed by a gentle wiping with a soft dry cloth.
∞ Avoid contact of the unit with alcohol, thinner, benzene,
insecticides or other similar chemicals, since they may
cause the unit's labeling or finish to peel.
∞ Avoid long term contact of the unit with rubber or vinyl
objects, since damage to the cabinet finish may result.
∞ When using a chemically impregnated cleaning cloth,
read the instructions accompanying the cloth and follow
all cautionary notes.
∞ Disconnect the power cord from its outlet before
performing cleaning.
Cleaning the pickup lens
The DVD recorder’s lens should not become dirty in normal
use, but if for some reason it should malfunction due to
dust or dirt, consult your nearest Pioneer authorized service
center. Although lens cleaners for CD players are
commercially available, we do not recommend using them
since some may damage the lens.
Disc Precautions
7 Recommended Discs
÷ Use only recommended disc media in order to assure
stable recording and playback.
÷ Consult your nearest Pioneer-authorized service center
regarding recommended disc media.
7 Handling of Discs
Discs may become incapable of recording and playback
when scratched, or when soiled with fingerprints or dust.
Always handle discs as noted below:
÷ Never touch the recording surface (mirror surface) when
handling discs. Hold discs between their edges, or
between one edge and one finger in the center hole.
÷ Do not apply adhesive tapes or labels to discs.
÷ Do not use cracked or warped discs, since they may
shatter dangerously at high rotation speeds.
÷ Do not use non-standard discs, since they may cause
adverse affects to the player and other components.
÷ Do not use discs shaped in non-circular shapes (hearts,
polygons, etc.), since they may cause malfunctions.
÷ To clean fingerprints from a soiled disc, wipe gently
from the center hole radially toward the circumference.
Do not wipe in a circular motion.
÷ Do not use anti-static or other record sprays. Also, never
use benzene, thinner or toher volatile cleaners to clean
the surface of discs, since such chemicals may melt or
otherwise damage the surface.
Always store discs in their protective cases; before
use, check the recording surface for fingerprints or
other soiling.
Disc Problem Checklist
7 Data recording errors or inability to record
÷ Was a recommended disc used ?
÷ Was sufficient recording area on the disc?
÷ Had the disc been finalized after previous recording
sessions?
÷ Was the disc loaded properly, recording surface down
and label up?
÷ Was the disc soiled or scratched?
7 Playback errors
÷ Was a recommended disc used ?
÷ Was the disc properly recorded (not empty)?
÷ Was the disc soiled or scratched?
÷ Condensation of moisture on the player's optical parts
or disc surface is also a possibility; allow the disc and
player to sit for 1-2 hours before attempting to use
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Preparations for Use: Basic Information
About DVD-R / DVD-RW Discs
∞ The DVD-R/RW (video mode) discs recorded on this unit
can be finalized (see page 40) to allow them to be
played* on other standalone DVD players, automobile
DVD players, or DVD players installed in computers.
Some players, however, may exhibit the following
symptoms when an attempt is made to play such discs:
¶ Discs aren’t accepted by the player.
¶ Macroblock distortion (mosaic pattern) frequently
appears in the video image.
¶ Sound and image are interrupted.
¶ Playback stops midway through.
When a DVD-R/RW disc is finalized, further recording to
the disc becomes impossible.
* The DVD Forum in 2000 approved the use of the DVD-
Video format for recording on DVD-R/DVD-RW discs. On
Pioneer’s DVD Recorders, this is referred to as recording
in Video Mode. Supporting playback of DVD--R/DVDRW with this type of content is optional for
manufacturers of DVD playback devices, and there are
DVD-Video players, DVD-ROM drive equipped PCs or
other DVD playback devices that do not play DVD-R or
DVD-RW discs recorded in the Video Format.
Recordable discs
Logo Attributes
12cm, single-sided, single layer disc
Approx. max. recording time: 360
DVD-RW
minutes (4.7GB)
12cm, double-sided, single layer disc
Approx. max. recording time: 720
minutes (9.4GB)
DVD Recording Modes
Video Mode:
∞ The “video mode” employs the same recording format
as commercially sold DVD video discs. As a result, discs
recorded on this unit can be played on other DVD
players, but discs must be finalized before they can be
played in this way (see page 40).
∞ Recording to DVD-R/RW discs is in video mode only.
∞ When recording in video mode, until a disc is finalized, it
cannot be played back or further recorded/edited except
on this unit.
* This unit does not support VR mode recording on
DVD-RW discs.
Precautions When Recording in Video Mode
∞ Discs recorded in video mode on other recorders and
which have not yet been finalized on their original
recorders cannot be played back or further recorded/
edited (including finalizing) on this unit.
∞ When recording DVD-RW discs in video mode use only
disc media compatible with Ver. 1.1 or later.
∞ When using DVD-RW in video mode, discs must first be
formatted. For details, see page 39.
∞ The remaining recording time decreases each time
recording is performed. Additional recording is possible
so long as remaining space is still available on the disc
unless finalization has been performed (see page 40).
However, the remaining time cannot be returned to the
state prior to recording, nor can previously recorded data
be overwritten.
DVD-R
* This unit does not support use of 8 cm DVD-R discs.
∞ DVD-R/RW discs are especially sensitive to dust,
fingerprints, and scratches. Since a scratch on the
disc may make further recording impossible, and
may make it impossible to playback important data
recorded on the disc, take special precautions in
handling and storing these discs.
∞ CD-R/CD-RW discs cannot be recorded on this unit.
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DVD disc box information
When you buy a DVD-Video in the shops, the back of
the disc box usually contains various information
about the contents of the disc. Below is an example,
with an explanation of each section.
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1: English (5.1ch Surround)
2: Spanish (2ch Surround)
1 Audio languages and audio formats
DVD-Video discs can contain up to 8 separate
soundtracks with a different language on each.
The first in the list is the original soundtrack.
This section also details the audio format of each
soundtrack—Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.
Dolby Digital
1
Dolby Digital is the most widespread DVD-Video
audio format. Dolby Digital soundtracks can be
mono, stereo, or contain up to 5.1 channels (the
.1 refers to a special low-frequency effects
channel).
R
DTS
DTS is another 5.1 channel surround format
sometimes used on DVD-Video discs, often in
addition to a Dolby Digital track.
Linear PCM
Linear PCM audio also sometimes appears on
DVD-Video discs, usually on music related
material. Linear PCM sountracks are mono or
stereo only.
1: English
2: Spanish
Scope Size
NTSC
4 Region code and TV format
The world is divided into 6 DVD regions. Both
discs and players are coded for a particular region,
and to be able to play a disc, it must contain the
same region code as the player.
This section also contains the TV format of the
disc. In this case, NTSC.
5 DVD-Video logo
Angle mark (
)
Some DVD-Video discs feature scenes shot
simultaneously from two or more angles. During
playback, you can switch between these different
angles.
2 Subtitle languages
DVD discs can contain up to 32 subtitle
languages. You can watch the disc with any of
these subtitle languages, or with no subtitles
displayed at all.
3 Screen aspect ratio
Movies are shot in a variety of screen formats.
This box tells you what the original format was (in
this case, Cinemascope), and what it is best
viewed as on a widescreen TV and a regular 4:3
TV. In this case, if you have a regular 4:3 TV, it is
recommended that you watch it in letterbox
mode.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
•“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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Preparations for Use: Basic Information
∞ Stereo Playback:
Stereo playback means sound is played back through independent channels from right and left speakers. The soundtracks
for DVD video stereo and ordinary music CDs (recorded with 2ch stereo) are played back only from the front speakers,
even when 5 surround speakers or sub-woofers are connected.
Front right
speaker
Front left speaker
∞ Dolby Surround Playback:
When Dolby Surround is noted on a commercially purchased DVD video, it means that sound can be played back from
five surround speakers.
Center speaker
Front left
speaker
Front right
speaker
Right surround
speaker
Left Surround
speaker
∞ Dolby Digital 5.1 ch or DTS Surround Playback:
Programs recorded in Dolby Digital (5.1 ch surround) or DTS surround mode are played back through 5 surround speakers
plus sub-woofer, each with its own independent channel. Since each channel is recorded independently, the reproduced
sound has high presence and three-dimensionality.
Sounds of planes flying
overhead and other moving
sounds are reproduced with
three-dimensional realism.
Front right speaker
Right surround
speaker
“0.1” refers to the
specialized low-frequency
sound of this channel. As a
result, no sound is produced
here in scenes that don’t
require super low sound.
Front left
Sounds of explosions, footsteps of
dinosaurs and other low-frequency
sounds are reproduced with boneshaking realism.
Center
speaker
Sub-woofer
speaker
Dialogue is heard
primarily from the
center speaker.
Left Surround
speaker
Since front-back speakers
can be controlled
independently, sounds can
be heard travelling from
front to back, left to right,
and vice-versa.
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General Features of the PRV-LX1
Product Introduction
The PRV-LX1 is a DVD recorder developed by Pioneer for dedicated use in DVD-Video production. The broad
range of interfaces built into the PRV-LX1 allows the input of professional mastering media (tapes) using
professional component
One of the PRV-LX1’s greatest features is its ability to create DVD-Video discs simply by pressing the REC
button; without worrying about multiple DVD settings. A wealth of recording, playback, and DVD setting
functions are provided for efficient DVD production. These features achieve efficient and high-performance
operational characteristics for various DVD creation types.
Professional media source
*1
video signals.
Recording functions,
DVD production functions
Input signal
*1
Component video inputs supported by this unit include Betacam and SMPTE with signal
levels as noted in the accompanying chart. Check the component output on your VTR
or other connected component when making setting selections.
Color Bar (75%)
Betacam component Y 1Vp-p 0.714/0.286
SMPTE Component Y 1Vp-p 0.7/0.3
7 Dedicated HDD Hybrid Recorder for DVD-
Video Creation
¶ 120GB Hard Disk Drive with up to two writer units
permits the creation of a wide variety of DVD-Video
discs.
¶ High-level DVD-Video authoring functions and video
recording functions permit optimum disc creation for
any application.
*2
Requires optional writer unit PRA-DW11.
*2
7 Professional System Support
¶ Equipped with a wide range of professional input and
output systems including Component Input/Output, XLR
Input/Output, DV Connector, Composite, S-Video, and
an expansion slot for growh potential
¶ Supports RS-422A and DV protocols for time-code
recording
Media output
One-push recording
B-Y/R-Y 1Vp-p ±0.35 (75%)
B-Y/R-Y 1Vp-p ±0.2625(75%)
7 Features and Functions for Efficient DVD-Video
Creation
¶ Dual-drive recording system for simultaneous 2-disc
recording and disc duplication*3 for efficient creation of
dual and backup discs
¶ Built-in graphical users’ interface (GUI) for dedicated use
with DVD-Video authoring (supports use of main and
remote buttons, as well as keyboard and mouse)
¶ Equipped with auto-capture function for smooth media
conversion from tape sources (functions range from
video input to DVD settings, for fully automated operation
¶ Supports Ethernet or DVD-R/RW disc input of EDLs, auto-
capturing, customized menus and backgrounds
¶ Future programs available for upgrading the professional
functions (requires user registration)
*3
Duplication of copyright protected disc media is
prohibited. Do not attempt to duplicate copyrighted
discs without permission of the copyright owner.
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Example of System Composition and Recording Component Setup
7 System Composition
Writer 2 (optional)
* (Must be purchased separately)
Video Monitor
* (Must be purchased separately)
Expansion DVD-R/RW writer unit
PRA-DW11
*TR
*TR
*TR
TR
*TR
TR
Video in/out
Component video
Composite video
S-video
Audio in/out
RCA
XLR
DV
Remote control unit
Writer 1
Supported discs:
DVD-R (general use),
DVD-RW
GUI
Internal HDD
Keyboard/mouse
(USB connector)
* (Must be purchased separately)
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RS-422A
Video
Audio
DV
Example of System Composition and Recording Component Setup
7 Regarding Recording Time
Recording to Hard Disk Drive = About 23-100 hours
* The capacity of the hard disk drive usable for recording is approximately 100 GB; continuous recording can continue until no
more capacity remains or up to a maximum of 100 hours.
Recording to disc media = About 1-6 hours
Disc Recording Times
• When creating a project on a single disc (4.7 GB) without DVD menus
• Create a DVD-Video disc after pressing the Make a Disc button
Write
Read
HDD
Disc Duplication Times
• DVD = HDD: Times required when copying one disc (4.7 GB) to the hard disk drive
• DVD = DVD: Times required when using optional additional drive to duplicate one disc (4.7 GB) from one DVD drive to
another.
DVD-R DVD-R (4x) DVD-RW
Max 2x
About 30 minutes
Max 4x
About 20 minutes
About 30 minutes
Max 2x
Read
DVD-Video
DVD-R (4x)
DVD-R
DVD-RW
Write
HDD DVD-R DVD-R (4x)
About 30 minutes
About 30 minutes
About 15 minutes
About 30 minutes
Max 2x (CLV)
About 30 minutes
Max 2x (CLV)
About 30 minutes
Max 2x (CLV)
About 30 minutes
Max 2x (CLV)
About 30 minutes
Max 2x (CLV)
About 20 minutes
Max 4x (CLV)
About 30 minutes
Max 4x (CLV)
About 15 minutes
Max 4x (CLV)
About 15 minutes
DVD-RW
Max 2x (CLV)
About 30 minutes
Max 2x (CLV)
About 30 minutes
Max 2x (CLV)
About 30 minutes
Max 2x (CLV)
About 30 minutes
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Names of Parts
Front Panel Facilities
1
No.
STANDBY/ON button
1
Display sections
2
PLAY/REC indicator
3
DISC indicator
4
EJECT button (0)
5
Drive 2 cosmetic panel
6
DVD1, DVD2, HDD (Hard disk Drive)
7
indicators
DRIVE SELECT button
8
Name
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
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Function
When the unit is in the standby condition, pressing this button causes the
power to come on; the power indicator (to the left of the button) changes
from orange to green. The main display section indicates system startup.
After system startup is completed, the unit enters “idling condition,” and
as the unit’s display changes to show the current time, the STOP button
lights.
When the unit is in the standby condition, if this button is pressed while
holding the STOP button depressed, the Function Menu’s setting values
will be reset to their factory defaults, and the power will then turn ON.
If the button is held depressed for one second or more when the unit is in
the idling condition, the unit will perform system shutdown, followed by
return to the standby mode (the power indicator will change from green
to orange). In the event operation becomes unstable and manual forced
shutdown is required, hold the button depressed for four seconds or
more.
Lights to indicate operating state of DVD1 and DVD2 drives.
Appears green during PLAY mode, and orange during REC mode.
Located to the right side of DVD1 and DVD2, these indicators light
(orange) to indicate that a disc is loaded.
Press to open/close the disc tray. The DISC indicator flashes from the
time the button is pressed until the disc tray closes fully.
This space is provided to allow the addition of a second DVD drive. When
an additional drive is added here, it is considered “DVD2.”
* For further information regarding expansion drives, consult your dealer.
These indicators light to show which drive has been selected with the
DRIVE SELECT button (the indicator for the selected drive lights green).
Use to select the playback source and destination drive for recording.
When only 1 drive is loaded, pressing the button causes the drive
selection to change alternately between HDD (Hard disk Drive) = DVD1;
when two drives are loaded, the selection changes in the order HDD
(Hard disk Drive) = DVD1 = DVD2 = DVD1&2. When a drive is
selected, the corresponding indicator lights (green). When DVD1&2 is
selected, DVD1 is designated as the playback source.
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Names of Parts
No.
9
PREVIEW button
10
STOP button (7)
11
PLAY button (3)
12
PAUSE button (8)
13
REC button (¶)
14
MOUSE/KEYBOARD connectors
15
STEP FWD button (E)
16
STEP REV button (e)
17
SCAN/SKIP FWD button (¡/¢)
18
SCAN/SKIP REV button (1/4)
19
ENTER button
20
CURSOR buttons
21
Filter cover (2)
22
FUNCTION button (*3)
23
DISPLAY button
24
Remote control sensor (Î)
25
VOLUME knob
26
PHONES jack
*1 • Connect to progressive-scan TV monitor. Non-progressive monitors will not produce correct playback.
• When progressive is set to ON, no video is output to any output connectors except the component output.
*2 Functionality is not guaranteed on all possible mouse/keyboards. If unstable operation is experienced, try reconnecting
the USB connector. If operation continues to be erratic, consult your Pioneer dealer or one of the service centers listed at
the end of this manual.
*3 This operates the same as the remote control unit’s SETUP button. The FUNCTION button operates only in the idling
condition.
Name
Function
When this button is pressed with the unit in the idling condition, a
preview image/sound of the selected input (following encode and decode
processing) is supplied to all output connectors except DV; when the
button is pressed again, the unit returns to idling condition.
Functions to stop recording or playback. Until all internal operations are
completed, the indicator flashes (white), and when fully completed, the
unit returns to the idling condition and the indicator lights (white). Also,
pressing the STOP button while holding the CURSOR (bottom pointing
arrow) button depressed functions to switch between progressive
encoding ON/OFF. (*1)
When this button is pressed, playback begins from selected source (DVD
drive or HDD), and the indicator lights (white). When HDD is designated
as the recording destination and time shift recording has been set, this
button responds even during recording, and initiates playback from the
recording start.
When pressed, recording or playback is temporarily interrupted and the
indicator lights (white). During recording, allows automatic setting of
chapters. To resume recording from the recording pause mode, press the
REC button.
When pressed, recording begins to the selected recording destination
(drive or project), and the indicator lights (white).
Allows connection of a USB mouse and keyboard for control of the unit. (*2)
During normal playback, press for frame advance. Hold depressed for
slow motion playback; during slow mode, press again to increase
playback speed.
During normal playback, press for frame playback in reverse direction.
Hold depressed for slow motion playback; during slow mode, press to
decrease playback speed.
During playback, press to move to next title or chapter. Hold depressed to
initiate scan mode.
During playback, press to move to previous title or chapter. Hold
depressed to initiate scan mode.
Press to select function menu items and commands, and to input DVD
menu items and commands (during DVD playback).
During recording, press to insert chapter marks at optional locations.
Use when selecting function menu items, and for DVD menu control
(during DVD playback).
These are ventilation ports provided to prevent excessive heating of
internal parts. During installation and operation, do not allow these ports
to become blocked, since malfunctions may result.
* Air filters are installed inside these filter covers, and must be removed
and replaced at regular intervals. Continuing to use the unit with clogged
filters may result in malfunction. Consult the appended instruction sheet
“Air Filter Replacement Instructions and Precautions”.
Press to enable and disable the monitor’s on-screen function menu
display (default setting: DISABLED). When disabled, the unit returns to
idling condition.
Press to turn on-screen display (OSD) ON/OFF (default setting: OFF). This
button does not operate when on-screen function display is set to
DISABLED.
Receives signals from the remote control unit. Do not allow this part to be
blocked by other objects.
Use to adjust output level to the headphones jack.
Use to connect headphones.
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Names of Parts
Rear Panel Facilities
12 3 456 7 8 910
No.
1
AC IN connector
2
Main power switch
3
AUDIO CH1/L CH2/R IN/OUT
connectors
4
S-VIDEO IN/OUT connectors
5
COMPOSITE VIDEO IN/OUT
connectors
6
COMPONENT VIDEO IN/OUT
connectors
7
DV connector (*2)
8
Fan motor
9
LTC connector
10
EXT SYNC IN and through
Output connector
11
Terminate switch
12
SIGNAL GND terminal
13
REMOTE IN/OUT connectors
14
PCM/2 DIGITAL OUT connector
15
ETHERNET connector
16
MOUSE/KEYBOARD connectors
17
VGA (GUI) connector
18
UPS connector
19
Expansion slot
*1 Inputs are compatible with signal levels for both BETA and SMPTE (see page 32 for selection methods). However,
since outputs are based on DVD format, they differ from BETA and SMPTE levels. As a result, outputs should be
used only for monitoring.
*2 LTC is not supported in drop frame mode.
*3 SONY is a trademark of Sony Corporation. TR
*4 Functionality is not guaranteed for all possible mouse/keyboards. If unstable operation is experienced, try
reconnecting the USB connector. If operation continues to be erratic, consult your Pioneer dealer or one of the
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service centers listed at the end of this manual.
Name
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SIGNAL GND
Function
Connect to power cord.
When set to ON, the unit enters standby condition and front panel indicator
lights orange.
Input/output connectors for analog audio CH1/L CH2/R signals.
Input/output connectors for S-VIDEO video signal. Output is compatible with S2.
Input/output connectors for analog composite video signals.
Input/output connectors for analog component video signals. (*1)
Connect to DV connector on digital video camera.
Fan motor for cooling internal parts.
Connector for obtaining time code from VHS, VTR, etc.
Use for connecting external sync signal, and for pass-through signals.
Use to terminate sync signal. Set to ON when used alone or when connected
to a terminating unit.
Ground terminal for signals. When using the unit in environments exposed to
high levels of electronic noise, malfunctions may occur to mouse and other
control devices. In such cases, connect a ground wire between the
components to reduce the noise. This is not an electric safety ground.
Connect to external controller when desired for external control of unit.
protocol is compatible with SONY format. (*3)
Digital audio output connector.
Use for network connection.
USB connectors for connecting mouse and keyboard, allowing external
control of the unit. (*4)
Connect to VGA monitor for expanded operation.
Connect when using UPS.
Slot for use with expanded function boards.
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The
Remote Control Unit
Names of Parts
¶ This remote control unit cannot be used for recording
operations.
PAUSEDISPLAY
ENTER
3
9
CLEAR
STEP
PLAY
NEXT
RETURN
TITLE/CHP
FRM/TIME
FRM/TIME
SEARCH
10
STOP
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
REPEAT
RPT A-B
AUDIO SCAN
SUBTITLE PREV
ANGLE
MENU
TOP
MENU
SETUP
12
456
7
8
>
010
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11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
No.
REPEAT button
1
DISPLAY button
2
RPT A-B button (repeat playback between two
3
points)
AUDIO select button
4
ANGLE button
5
SUBTITLE button
6
MENU button
7
TOP MENU button
8
SETUP menu button *1
9
Number buttons (0–9, >10)
10
STOP button (7)
11
PLAY button (3)
12
PAUSE button (8)
13
STEP / Slow buttons (e, E)
14
SCAN (fast forward/reverse) buttons (1, ¡)
15
Chapter skip NEXT button (¢)
16
Chapter skip PREV button (4)
17
Cursor buttons (5, 3, ∞, 2)
18
ENTER button
19
RETURN button
20
Title, chapter, frame, time button (TITLE/CHP/
21
FRM/TIME)
Frame/time button (FRM/TIME)
22
SEARCH button
23
CLEAR button
24
*1 This key operates the same as the FUNCTION button
on the main unit.
Name
Load batteries into the remote control
unit
Open the rear battery compartment cover and insert two
AA batteries.
¶ Be sure to align the +/– polarities properly as shown.
Note:
¶ Do not mix new batteries with old.
¶ Even batteries of the same type may display different
voltage characteristics. As a result, do not mix batteries
of different brands together.
¶ If you do not plan to use the remote control unit for an
extended period (one month or more), remove the
batteries from the remote control unit to prevent
potential damage from leakage of battery fluid. If battery
leakage is discovered, remove and discard the batteries,
and carefully wipe up any battery fluid from inside the
compartment. Replace the old batteries with new.
¶ When disposing of used batteries, please comply with
governmental regulations or environmental public
instruction’s rules that apply in your country or area.
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Range of Remote Control Unit
When pressing the remote control unit's buttons, point it
toward the front-panel remote sensor. The range of the
remote control unit is about 7 meters, within an angular
range of 30° to either side of the front of the remote
sensor.
¶ The remote control unit may malfunction if strong
sunlight or fluorescent light is allowed to strike the
remote sensor directly.
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PRV-LX1 Video Clip Management and Disc Authoring Procedure
When recording to either disc or hard disk drive (HDD), the PRV-LX1 manages the video recording clips by units
of “project.” When creating a disc from clips recorded on HDD, this project unit is used to perform the disc
recording.
A project is composed of individual recorded video clips (video data); while on the HDD, clips can be subjected
to simple editing processes (trimming and chapter marking), and editing of the clip selections and their order
can also be performed when recording from the HDD to DVD.
Work area
Project
Input signal
7 In principle, video data recorded in a unit lasting from REC start to REC stop is recorded on the HDD or DVD disc
as a single unit called a video file (clip or title). Chapter marking can also be performed during recording.
Project
Project
Writer unit
Video clip A
Video clip B
Video clip C
Video clip D
Writer unit
Title A
Title B
Title C
Title D
Title E
Title F
Title G
7 Following recording of the video signal, items which can be set or changed, together with disc
production procedures, are noted below:
When recording to DVD disc:
1 Settable items: ¶ Disc menu setting
¶ Disc program setting
2 Disc creation flow:
Video image recording = Disc setting = Finalize
When recording to HDD:
1 Settable items: ¶ Clip editing (chapter marking, trimming)
¶ Title selection (selection of clips and their order for recording to disc)
¶ Project copying, erasing
¶ Clip copying, erasing
¶ Disc menu setting
¶ Disc program setting
2 Disc creation flow:
Video image recording = Clip editing = Disc setting = Recording to disc (including finalizing)
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Basic PRV-LX1 Operations
[Operation]
peratinal settings can be performed using
O
the following methods:
1. Front Panel Buttons, 2. Remote Control Unit,
3. USB Keyboard, 4. USB Mouse
1 Front panel buttons
* USB Port (front x 2)
4 Keyboard
2 Remote control unit
7 Operations using remote control unit
The furnished remote control unit has been designed
primarily for video playback control, including
emulation operations before recording images from
HDD to DVD media, and when playing DVD-Video
discs. The remote control unit can also be used to
make Function Menu settings.
3 Mouse
7 Operations Using a Mouse or Keyboard
A USB keyboard or mouse can be used to
control the PRV-LX1. In addition,
the keyboard’s function keys can be programmed
to perform system and function menu operations.
This not only enhances operating efficiency,
but also allows standard operations to be performed
even at a distance separated from the main unit.
Note 2:
Mouse and keyboard are not provided and must be
purchased separately.
Modify
Note 3:
Title text and other text inputs require the use of a
keyboard. The purchase and implementation of a keyboard
is recommended.
Note 4:
Certain special keys (“Play” etc.) found on commercially
available keyboards cannot be used. The PRV-LX1 also
does not support the use of the mouse wheel operation.
Note 5:
A connected keyboard or mouse may not be recognized
during the power on and booting operation. In this event,
try disconnecting and then reconnecting the mouse or
keyboard. If the USB port cannot be accessed due to a
rack mount installation, attached a USB hub to
eliminate this symptom.
Note 1:
The remote control unit cannot be used to turn power ON/
OFF or to perform recording operations.
USB hub Keyboard/mouse
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Basic PRV-LX1 Operations
[Function Menu]
Operational settings are accessed via a dedicated graphical user interface (GUI) called the
“Function Menu”.
The Function Menu is composed of a main
menu for confirming current operating
STATUS, together with the following
three sub-sections:
1 EDIT: items related to recorded video
data and DVD settings.
2 APP (Application): file duplication,
file importing, and batch
programs for auto-capture.
3 SET UP: basic unit settings.
Each of these sections is composed of
further sub-menus.
EDIT section
APP section
SET UP
section
Function Menu (Top Menu)
STATUS section
Second sub-menu
First sub-menu
Third sub-menu
Back button
(return to top menu)
Exit button
(to leave Function Menu)
Information area
Function Menu
(SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video Setting] = [Background Color])
Currently selected drive
7 How to Access Function Menu
Use the following method to display the Function Menu (overlaid on the current Video signal):
1 Press the FUNCTION button on the main unit’s front panel.
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This product includes FontAvenue® fonts licenced by NEC Corporation.
FontAvenue is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation.
Basic PRV-LX1 Operations
2 Press the SETUP button on the remote control
PLAY
STOP
REPEAT
PAUSEDISPLAY
RPT A-B
STEP
AUDIO SCAN
SUBTITLE PREV
SETUP
ANGLE
MENU
TOP
MENU
SETUP
12
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7
010
NEXT
ENTER
RETURN
3
TITLE/CHP
FRM/TIME
FRM/TIME
9
8
>
CLEAR
SEARCH
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3 Use the mouse to display and access the
playback control bar.
Press both right and
left mouse buttons
simultaneously.
\
Control bar is displayed.
Control bar
4 Access from the Keyboard by Assigning a
Function key.
Use main unit setting to assign
FUNCTION button to F1 key.
Function Menu
appears when F1
key is pressed.
7 To Exit the Function Menu
Use either of the following methods:
1 Press the Exit button found on any of the sub-
menus (move mouse cursor over the Exit button
and press the left mouse button).
2 Press the FUNCTION button on the front
panel.
3 Press the
4 Click the right button on the mouse
SETUP button on the remote control.
(Note 6)
.
5 If the Function Menu has been assigned to a
function key on the keyboard, press that key.
Note 6:
Use of the right mouse button to exit the Function Menu
is supported only during display of the main Function menu.
7 Control Bar
The control bar is displayed by simultaneously pressing
the right and left mouse buttons. When the
control bar is displayed, simultaneously pressing the right
and left mouse buttons again will cause the control bar
to be hidden. When the mouse cursor is moved over
the control bar, the cursor pointer arrow
to a hand
. When the hand is displayed, it can
changes
be used to perform the same operations available
with the remote control unit; move the hand over the
desired item and select by clicking the left mouse
button.
The position of the control bar can be changed by
placing the mouse cursor on the left edge and
dragging.
(Note 7)
Press the FUNCTION button to access the function menu
Move the mouse cursor
over the FUNCTION
button and click the
left mouse button.
Note 7:
The movable range of the control bar is limited to the area
not overlapping the OSD display. Also, the new location of
the control bar is reset once the Function Menu is exited.
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PRV-LX1 Functions
[Main Unit Setting Functions]
7 System Settings (Operation Details: page 29)
• These items allow settings for mouse and keyboard, function button assignments, network settings, and
other defaults. System information and hard disk drive refresh can also be performed here.
1 System Setting: Use to perform settings including keyboard, mouse, and main unit clock.
2 F-Key Set: Use to assign unit functions to the function keys of a keyboard.
3 Network: Use to perform network settings (when an optional network is installed).
4 UPS Setting: Use to perform settings when connected to a designated uninterrupted power
system (UPS).
5 Information: Display system information.
6 HDD Tools: Use to erase user data and perform file system checks on the hard disk drive.
Note 1:
A mouse and keyboard are not included. Most commercially available mouses and keyboards (with USB connector) may
be used.
Note 2:
When connecting a UPS, please purchase the Smart-UPS 700VA (SU700NET) manufactured by AMERICAN POWER
CONVERSION CORP. (APC).
7 Operation Settings
• Use to make settings required when connecting the PRV-LX1 to other components, and to perform
operation settings.
1 Control Setting: Settings required when connecting this unit to a source component (page 38).
* Example of connections with local settings
PRV-LX1 Connected VTR
* Example of connections with remote settings
VTR or Computer PRV-LX1
Note 3:
Some control functions may not be supported depending on the component connected. Check Pioneer’s website for a
list of components with confirmed operation compatibility.
2 Video Setting: Use to perform settings for Video and OSD output (page 48).
3 HDD Recording: Use to enable/disable settings for time-shift recording (page 45).
4 GUI Control: Set GUI display language (page 50).
Note 4:
When the GUI language is set to Japanese the information area and dialogue displays are shown in Japanese. Japanese
language input is also supported.
No control
PRV-LX1 Connected VTR
Control
Control
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PRV-LX1 Functions
[Recording Functions] (Operation Details: page 32)
• This unit is equipped with the following connectors: composite video, S-video, DV, RCA audio,
component video and XLR audio. RS-422A, DV, and LTC (linear time code) connectors can be used to
support recording compliant with time code information.
Note: LTC time code is intended for Japanese prosumer decks with the LTC feature.
• Video and audio inputs can be recorded to HDD, DVD-R/RW media or both simultaneously while automatically
being converted to data complianwith the DVD-Video format.
• During recording, manual chapter setting can be performed, as well as automated chapter insertion at 3, 5,
or 10 minute intervals.
Notes :
∞ Playback video/audio signals are delayed approximately 4 seconds from the input signal due to time required
for encoding and decoding.
∞ Recording will not begin when copy guard protected signals are input.
∞ When DVD drive is selected as the recording destination, the EJECT button is disabled during use of the
preview function.
∞ When recording to DVD media, at the end of a recording, from several to several dozen seconds will be
required to complete the disc writing process. If an attempt is made to restart recording during this period,
the actual recording cannot begin until the disc writing process is completed.
∞ Up to 99 chapter marks can be designated per title (clip); regardless of the insertion method, however, no
more than 99 chapters can be inserted.
∞ When chapter marks are inserted by pressing the Enter key on a keyboard, if the Enter key is held
depressed, multiple consecutive chapter marks may be inserted.
∞ The external VTR units compliant with the IEEE1394 standards supported by this unit are expected to be
professional VTR components. Ordinary home-use VTRs which do not support IEEE1394 search commands
cannot be used for automatic recording.
∞ Chapter mark positions are inserted in units of 15 frames.
∞ When using the Edit List (EDL) function, at the final IN/OUT point setting, the APP section = [Auto
Capture] = [IN/OUT Point] = [Record As] command must be set to “Title (Stop)”.
[Play Functions] (Operation Details: page 41)
• Perform playback of clips recorded on DVD-Video discs or in projects recorded on hard disk drive, with
video/audio being output to all output connectors.
• During recording to hard disk drive, time shift playback can be used to preview the recorded contents from
beginning.
Notes :
∞ When using DVD-Video time search, playback may begin at a point somewhat shifted from the actually
designated time number.
∞ Depending on the structure of the DVD-Video used, some errors may occurs when time search is
performed for time numbers located in a range extending from several frames before to several frames after
the divisions between titles and chapters.
∞ Single frame reverse and slow reverse playback are not supported during DVD-Video playback.
∞ When DTS audio is selected on DVD media recorded with DTS sound, no sound will be heard from analog
outputs.
∞ When a copy-protected DVD media is played back, if recording is performed, no signal will be output to DV,
even if DV output is set to “Enabled”.
∞ During time shift playback, the PLAY button enable start time will differ depending on the rate and the VOB
length for each audio encoding format.
∞ For proper operation this must should be connected to a television monitor supporting progressive scan.
Non-progressive-scan monitors will not display proper video images.
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PRV-LX1 Functions
[Editing Functions] (Operation Details: page 56)
• When recording to the hard drive each video data (clips) can be assigned an independent name. Clips
can also be edited including chapter deletion/insertion, cropping and title order.
• DVD disc emulation can be performed to confirm the results of editing on hard disk drive.
Notes :
∞ To change clip names connect a keyboard to the MOUSE/KEYBOARD USB port.
∞
∞ Clip edits are performed directly on the selected clip(s). Once edited, the newly edited clips
cannot be returned to their original state. When the original clip must be preserved, it (or the entire project)
should be copied to a new project. Clip edits should then be performed on the new project or copy.
∞ Chapter mark positions are inserted in units of 15 frames (beginning of each GOP).
∞If you plan on writing your project to DVD, make sure that the total size of your edited project is 4.7GB or less
so that it will fit on a DVD-R/RW disc.
∞ Single frame reverse and slow reverse playback are not supported during DVD disc emulation.
[Authoring Functions] (Operation Details: page 50)
• This unit includes several DVD menu templates that can be used to associate chapters or titles
to buttons for DVD disc navigation.
•Pre and post command settings are available including a first play program to designate what scene or menu
is displayed when a DVD is inserted into a DVD player, and a title post command to designate operations following
title playback (go to next title or go to a DVD menu).
Notes :
∞ The Japanese font used is Mincho-tai. When Japanese input is set to OFF, input characters will appear in the
font selected with the font setting.
∞ The menu screen supports only a 4:3 aspect ratio. As a result, when a menu background image or thumbnail
is extracted from a title recorded in 16:9 aspect ratio, the image will appear vertically elongated.
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PRV-LX1 Functions
[Copy/Import Functions] (Operation Details: page 62-63)
• Disc duplication operations have been optimized by the provision a 4x high-speed (maximum) duplication
function.
• In addition to recording from hard disk drive to DVD-R/RW media, an optional DVD-R/RW writer can be
added to allow duplication between DVD-R/RW discs or simultaneously from the hard drive to both writers.
•DVD menu layout and DVD menu background image files can be imported to the template library using
a CD/DVD disc or an FTP connection from a computer connected to an online network.
• Edit decision lists (EDL) can also be downloaded and imported via a CD/DVD disc or an FTP connection from
a computer connected to an online network.
Notes :
∞ Only one image file at a time can remain on the hard drive. If a new image file is copied to the hard
drive, the previous image file will be overwritten.
∞ Image files exceeding 4.7 GB cannot be copied to disc.
∞ The time required for disc copying will differ depending on the source disc’s record and read performance.
∞ Discs with copy-prohibited contents cannot be copied. When this unit is used to record copyrighted
material, the permission of each copyright holder and neighboring rights holder must be obtained. Failure to
obtain the permission of each rights holder can be punishable by law. Pioneer disclaims any and all
responsibility for any trouble arising between the user of this device and any such rights holders as the
result of recording of copyrighted materials.
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Status Confirmation Using Onscreen Display (OSD)
Pressing the DISPLAY button on the unit’s front panel or on the remote control unit will activate the onscreen
display (OSD). The OSD permits confirmation of the unit’s current setting status and recording/playback
conditions.
7 Idling Condition Recording-Setting Confirmation Screen
Pressing the DISPLAY button when the unit is in the idling condition displays a listing of the unit’s current
Status (settings). This allows the user to check settings before operating the unit without the need to
enter the Function Menu.
When the unit is in the idling condition, the OSD screen is composed of two pages. The first two times the DISPLAY
button is pressed, the OSD alternates between the two pages. When the DISPLAY button is pressed a third time
the OSD is turned off.
Main unit button
Remote control unit
Note 1:
When the destination drive is DVD, the project name is not displayed.
Project names are displayed only when HDD is designated as the destination drive.
OSD Page 1
Drive selected
Project name
Video source
Video encoding rate
Video filter label
Audio input source
Audio encoding format
Remaining HDD capacity
Time code input source
Input time code data
(Note 1)
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External sync
Control mode
Video aspect ratio
Chapter mark input
method
OSD Page 2
Status Confirmation Using Onscreen Display (OSD)
7 OSD during Recording
When the DISPLAY button is pressed during recording, the OSD displays the unit’s recording status and
playback condition (during time shift recording).
In the recording mode the OSD screen is composed of two pages, a simple (reduced clutter) page and a
detailed information page. The first two times the DISPLAY button is pressed, the OSD alternates between
the two pages. When the button is pressed a third time the OSD is turned off.
Main unit button
Remote control unit
EDL recording
status
Recording status Recording title/chapter Recording time
Playback
(Note 3)
status
Playback title/chapter
(Note 3)
OSD during Recording (page 1)
Note 2:
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Note 3:
Playback status is shown only during time shift recording.
Playback status
Recording status
(Note 6)
(Note 4)
Playback title/chapter
Recording title/chapter
(Note 4)
Playback time
Playback time
Recording time
Auto recording IN/OUT
point
(Note 2)
(Note 3)
(Note 4)
(Note 5)
Video input Audio input Remaining
HDD capacity
OSD during Recording (page 2)
Note 4:
Playback status is shown only during time shift recording.
Note 5:
IN/OUT points are displayed only during auto-recording and EDL
recording.
Note 6:
EDL numbers are displayed only during EDL recording.
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