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Important Safeguards
This set has been designed and manufactured to
assure personal safety. Improper use can result in
electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards
incorporated in this unit will protect you if you
observe the following procedures for installation, use
and servicing. This unit is fully transistorized and does
not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
1 READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the unit is operated.
2 RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3 HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the unit and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4 FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5 CLEANING
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6 ATTACHMENTS
Do not use attachments unless recommended by
the unit’s manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
7 WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this unit near water- for example, near
a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
8 ACCESSORIES
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult as well
as serious damage to the unit. Use this unit only
with a cart, stand , tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer.
8A
A unit and cart combination
should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
9 VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the case are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the unit
and to protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered. These
openings must not be blocked by placing the unit
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
unit should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat radiator. This unit should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have
been adhered to.
10 POWER SOURCES
This unit should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power supply to
your home, consult your dealer or local power
company. For units intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
11 GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
This unit is equipped with a polarized alternating
-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other). This plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.To
prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized
plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other
outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted
without blade exposure. If you need an extension
cord, use a polarized cord.
12 POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the unit.
13 LIGHTNING
For added protection for this unit during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system. This will prevent damage to the
unit due to lightning and power line surges.
14 DISC TRAY
Keep your fingers well clear of the disc as it is
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
INTRODUCTION
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Safety Instructions ____________________________1
Important Safeguards _________________________2
Table of Contents ______________________________5
Overview______________________________________6
Identification of Controls_______________________10
Introduction
Connecting Antenna/Cable ____________________15
Connecting a TV _______________________________16
Connecting an Amplifier/Receiver _____________17
Connecting Optional Equipment ______________18
Connecting a Digital Camcorder ______________18
Connections
Initial Installation ______________________________19
Initial Setup____________________________________21
Setup Menu Overview 21
Menu Navigation 21
INSTALLATION Settings 21
RECORDING OPTIONS Settings 24
LANGUAGE Settings 25
PREFERENCES / Video Settings 27
PREFERENCES / Audio Settings 28
PREFERENCES / Parental Controls 29
PREFERENCES / VCR 31
System Information 31
Restore Defaults 32
On-Screen Display Overview __________________33
Setup
DVD Playback _________________________________35
VCR Playback _________________________________38
Other Disc Playback __________________________40
Playback
Basic Recording________________________________42
Recording from TV 42
One Touch Record (OTR) 42
Checking the Recording Time 43
To Pause the Recording 43
One Touch Copy - DVD to VHS 43
Copy Edit (DVD ➝ VCR) 44
One Touch Copy - VHS to DVD 44
Copy Edit (VCR ➝ DVD) 44
Timer Recording _______________________________45
Timer Recording using Manual Set
Record Screen 45
Timer Recording using G-Code system46
Canceling a Timer Recording 47
Stopping a Timer Recording in
Progress 47
Timer Recording Troubleshooting 47
Recording from an External Input _____________48
Recording
DISC Initialize __________________________________50
Disc Menu _____________________________________50
Title Menu _____________________________________53
Editing _________________________________________55
Editing
Troubleshooting _______________________________57
Technical Specifications________________________59
Reference
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Overview
Disc-related Terms
Title (DVD only)
The main film, accompanying feature content, or music album. Each title is assigned a title reference number
enabling you to locate it easily.
Chapter (DVD only)
Sections of a movie or a musical piece that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of one or several
chapters. Each chapter is assigned a number to enable you to easily locate the chapter you want. Depending on
the disc, chapters may not be labeled.
Track (Audio CD only)
Sections of a movie or a musical piece on an audio CD. Each track is assigned a number, enabling you to easily
locate the track you want.
Playback only
DVD Video (Digital Versatile Disc)
DVD-R (DVD-Recordable): These discs can only be played back if the recording was made in ‘Video mode‘ and
the recording was finalized.
DVD-RW (DVD-Rerecordable): These discs can only be played back if the recording was made in ‘Video mode‘
and the recording was finalized.
Audio CD (Compact Disc Digital Audio)
CD-R (CD recordable) Audio/ MP3 files
CD-RW (CD rewritable) Audio/ MP3 files
• Not all recordable CDs may be played by your player.
• This recorder does not support some 8 x discs. This recorder was manufactured to supports 4 x disc's
Notes on Recording
• The recording times shown are not exact because the DVD Recorder+VCR uses variable bit-rate video
compression. This means that the exact recording time will depend on the material being recorded.
• When recording a TV broadcast, if the reception is poor or the picture contains interference, the recording
times may be shorter.
• Discs recorded at high speeds (equal to or greater than 2X) may not be recognized.
• If you record still pictures or audio only, the recording time may be longer.
• The displayed times for recording and time remaining may not always add up to the exact length of the
disc.
• The available recording time may decrease if you heavily edit a disc.
• When using a DVD+R disc, you can keep recording until the disc is full, or until you finalize the disc. Before
you start a recording session, check the amount of recording time left on the disc.
Recording TV Audio Channels
The DVD Recorder+VCR can record one or two channel audio. For TV broadcasts, this usually means mono or
stereo, but some programs are broadcast in bilingual audio channel. You can record either BIL I, BIL II or both.
About DVD Recording
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Remote Control Battery Installation
Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two AAA
batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.
Overview
AAA
AAA
Caution
Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different types of batteries (standard,
alkaline, etc.).
Handling Discs
Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges
so that fingerprints will not get on the surface. Do not stick paper or
tape on the disc.
Storing Discs
After playing, store the disc in its case.
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat, or leave it in a parked car exposed to direct
sunlight, as there may be a considerable temperature increase inside the car.
Cleaning Discs
Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture quality and
sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center outward.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older
vinyl records.
Notes on Discs
About the Symbol
‘ ‘ may appear on the TV screen during operation. This icon means the function explained in this User's Guide
is not available on that specific disc.
About Symbols
NoYes
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! Indicates a VHS tape is inserted in the VCR deck.
@ Circle : Indicates the VCR is recording.
Clock : Indicates a VCR Timer Recording is set.
# Indicates that a stereo broadcast is being
received.
$ Indicates when the DVD Recorder+VCR is playing
or recording a tape with Hi-Fi sound.
% Indicates the DVD Recorder+VCR is in TV mode
(as set by the [TV/DVD] button).
^ Indicates the current Repeat mode.
& Indicates when the DVD Recorder+VCR is locked.
* Indicates when the DVD Recorder+VCR is
outputting the video signal in Progressive Scan
mode.
(
Disc Type indicators
Indicates the type of disc loaded.
) Circle : Indicates a DVD+R(+RW) is recording.
Clock : Indicates a DVD Timer recording is set.
1 Indicates a disc is inserted in the DVD deck.
2 Indicates the current Recording mode.
3
Front Panel Display Message
Indicates clock, total playing time, elapsed time,
remaining time, title number, chapter/track
number, channel, VCR counter, etc.
4 DTS: Indicates a DVD is playing with a DTS
soundtrack.
Dolby : Indicates a DVD is playing with a Dolby
Digital soundtrack.
! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) 1
2 3 4
Identification of Controls
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Identification of ControlsIdentification of Controls
CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS
ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO
BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE
PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION
TO THE 'STANDARD DEFINITION' OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING
OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY 'WITH THIS MODEL 525p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE
CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.
Switches between the DVD Recorder+VCR tuner and your TV tuner.
Stops playback or recording.
Skips to the next or previous chapter/track.
Increases or decreases the slow motion speed when playing a DVD or VHS
tape.
Switches the DVD Recorder+VCR input to Tuner, AV1, AV2, AVF or DV.
Displays a disc’s Title menu, if available.
Selects Recording mode: - DVD : HQ (1hr), SP (2hrs), EP (4hrs) or SLP (6hrs).
- VCR : SP or LP.
Copies from DVD to VCR (or from VCR to DVD).
Displays the Timer Recording menu.
Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time. For more
details, Refer to One Touch Record (OTR) on page 42.
Selects a DVD camera angle, if available.
Repeats the current chapter, track, title or the entire disc.
Repeats playback between two points (A and B).
Progressive Scan Mode
• If your TV supports Progressive Scan, you can view high quality video by setting the
DVD Recorder+VCR to Progressive Scan mode. If your TV does not support
Progressive Scan, do NOT change to Progressive Scan mode.
If you do so accidentally, press and hold the [P.SCAN] button for 3 seconds to
restore normal viewing.
• When video output mode is changed from RGB to Interlace or Progressive (Scart 1)
must not be correct color for Component video.
• As component outputs have their own Jacks on the back side, change the TV input
into Component input, after connecting the component cables from the DVD
Recorder+VCR to TV.
• Changing from Interlace or Progressive to RGB, should be the opposite of above.
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Connections
Connections
Connecting Antenna/Cable
1
Disconnect the antenna/cable from the rear of your
TV.
2
Connect this cable to the jack marked RF IN (FROM
ANT.) on the rear panel of the DVD Recorder+VCR.
If your cable wire is connected to your TV without a
converter or descrambler box, unscrew the wire from your TV and attach it to the RF IN (FROM ANT.) jack on the
rear panel of the DVD Recorder+VCR.
Use the supplied RF cable to connect between the DVD Recorder+VCR’s OUT (TO TV) jack and the antenna input
jack on your TV. With this connection, you can receive all midband, superband, and hyperband channels (all
cable channels).
• There are a variety of ways to connect the DVD Recorder+VCR to your TV and other equipment. Use only one of
the connections described below. Whichever TV connection you use will work with all input sources.
• Please refer to the manuals for your TV, VCR, stereo system, or other devices as necessary to make the best
connections.
• For better sound reproduction, connect the DVD Recorder+VCR’s AUDIO OUT jacks to the audio in jacks of your
amplifier, receiver, stereo, or audio/video equipment. See ‘Connecting an Amplifier/Receiver‘ on page 17.
Caution
• Make sure the DVD Recorder+VCR is connected directly to the TV, and the TV is set to the correct video input.
• Do not connect the DVD Recorder+VCR’s AUDIO OUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system.
• Do not connect the DVD Recorder+VCR via your VCR. The DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection
system.
CONNECTIONS
Antenna
Antenna
Cable TV
Wall Jack
Flat Wire
(300ohm)
300/75ohm Adapter
(Not supplied)
or or
Rear of DVD Recorder+VCR
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Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll/Pro Logic
Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder+VCR to the left and right audio in jacks on
your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the supplied audio cables (A).
Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel digital stereo (PCM) or to an Audio/Video receiver equipped
with a multi-channel decoder (Dolby Digital™, MPEG 2, or DTS)
1
Connect the DVD Recorder+VCR’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack (Coaxial) to the corresponding in jack on your
amplifier. Use an optional digital coaxial audio cable. (X)
2
You will need to activate the DVD Recorder+VCR’s digital output; see ‘Audio Settings’ on page 28.
Digital Multi-Channel Sound?
A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality. For this you need a multi-channel
audio/video receiver that supports one or more of the audio formats supported by your DVD Recorder+VCR
(MPEG 2, Dolby Digital, and DTS). Check the receiver manual and the logos on the front of the receiver.
Connecting an Amplifier/Receiver
• Due to the DTS Licensing agreement, the digital output will be in DTS digital out when DTS audio stream is
selected.
• If the audio format of the digital output does not match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver will produce
a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all.
• 5.1 channel digital surround sound via the digital connection can only be obtained if your receiver is equipped with
a digital multi-channel decoder.
• To see the audio format of the current DVD on the on-screen display, press [AUDIO].
The DVD Recorder+VCR does not perform internal (2- channel) decoding of DTS sound tracks. To enjoy DTS multichannel surround, you must connect the DVD Recorder+VCR to a DTS compatible receiver via one of the DVD
Recorder+VCR’s digital audio outputs.
Connections
Rear of DVD Recorder+VCR
Amplifier (Receiver)
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