Sharp DV-HR300U User Manual
DVD RECORDER
WITH HARD DISC
MODEL
DV-HR300U
OPERATION MANUAL
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The region number
1
for this recorder is 1
IMPORTANT /
EZ SET UP
EZ SET UP
1
Connect Antenna/Cable
to Recorder first.
En primer lugar conecte
la antena/el cable a el
producto.
• Please read this Operation Manual carefully before using your Recorder.
• Instrucciones importantes de seguridad y guía de operación rápida en español
➝Página 119
(AUTO CHANNEL /CLOCK SET UP)
(PROGRAMACIÓN AUTOMÁTICA DE CANAL/PUESTA EN HORA DEL RELOJ)
IMPORTANTE
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Then, plug into AC Power
Outlet.
A continuación,
enchúfelos al
tomacorriente de CA.
3
Do not press the POWER
button until completion of
EZ Set Up.
No pulse el botón de
ALIMENTACIÓN
(POWER) hasta haber
terminado la EZ SET UP.
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EZ SET UP complete.
EZ SET UP completo.
Detail: Please see page 26.
Detalle: véase la página
122.
For future reference, record the model and serial number (located
on the rear of the product) in the space provided.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
DV-HR300U
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user of
uninsulated voltage within the
unit that can cause dangerous
electric shocks.
This symbol alerts the user
that there are important
operating and maintenance
instructions in the literature
accompanying this unit.
“WARNING—FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.”
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION:
THIS UNIT IS A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
AS THE LASER BEAM USED IN THIS UNIT IS HARMFUL TO THE EYES, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
DISASSEMBLE THE CABINET.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical
Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
As an
ENERGY STAR
energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
®
Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions
before you operate this product and save these instructions for later use.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This
product has been engineered and manufactured to assure
your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN
POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS. In
order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this
product, observe the following basic rules for its installation,
use and servicing.
1. Read Instructions
should be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
– All the safety and operating instructions
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5. Cleaning – Unplug this product 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 not recommended by
the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water–for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9. Transportation – A product and cart
combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the product
and cart combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product 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.
11. Power Sources – This product 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 product dealer or local power company. For products
intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization – This product is equipped with
either a two-wire polarized plug (one plug blade bigger than the
other) or a three-wire grounded plug (a third pin for grounding).
The two-wire polarized plug will fit only one way into the power
outlet. The three-wire grounded plug will fit only into a grounding-type power outlet.
If the plug does not fit, ask your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not modify the plug. To do so will void the
safety feature.
13. 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 product.
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or
cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna
or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode. See diagram
below.
ELECTRICAL
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
15. Lightning – For added protection for this product 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 product due to lightning and power-line surges.
16. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
17. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords,
or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
18. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind
into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
19. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
20. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in perfor-
21. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required,
mance, this indicates a need for service.
be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
22. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.
23. Heat – This product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE
GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810–20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810–21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC PART 250, PART H)
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ....................... 3
Features ....................................................... 6
Accessories ................................................. 7
Precautions about Using This Product ..... 8
About Hard Disc (HDD) ............................... 10
Recording Format .......................................................... 10
Unrecordable Material .................................................... 10
Hard Disc Operation (Recording/Playback/Time Shift
Recording) ................................................................... 10
Initialization .................................................................... 10
CPRM (control) Information ........................................... 10
About DVD ................................................... 11
Types of Discs that Can Be Used with This Recorder ... 11
Discs that Cannot Be Used with This Recorder ............. 11
Types of Discs for Recording ......................................... 12
Recording Formats ........................................................ 13
Recording Time .............................................................. 13
Disc Remaining Time ..................................................... 13
Using the Proper Disc .................................................... 14
Time display for Recording and Playback
(Video mode only) ....................................................... 14
Unrecordable Material .................................................... 14
Initialization and Finalization ..................... 15
Initialization (Formatting) ................................................ 15
Allowing Discs to Be Played Back
with Other DVD Players (Finalization) ......................... 15
About the Contents of the Disc ................. 15
Title, Chapter and Track ................................................. 15
Icons Used on DVD Video Disc Case ............................ 16
The Icons Used in This Operation Manual ..................... 16
Important Information ................................. 17
Disc Precautions ............................................................ 17
Copyright ........................................................................ 17
Cautions Regarding Recording ...................................... 17
Major Components...................................... 18
Main Unit (Front) ............................................................ 18
Front Panel Display ........................................................ 18
Main Unit (Rear) ............................................................. 18
Remote Control Unit ...................................................... 19
Loading the Batteries ..................................................... 20
Operating a TV Using the Remote Control (Universal
Remote Control) .......................................................... 21
Setting the Remote Control Code .................................. 21
Basic Connection ........................................ 22
Easy Connection ............................................................ 22
Using Other Types of Video Output ............................... 23
CATV or Satellite Receiver Connections .....
Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver (1) ...... 24
Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver (2) ...... 25
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EZ Set Up ..................................................... 26
Turning the Power On .................................................... 26
Connection Guide ....................................... 27
Selecting the On-screen Display Language ................... 27
Selecting the TV Terminal .............................................. 27
Selecting the TV Screen Aspect Ratio ........................... 27
Advanced Setting ........................................................... 28
Completing the Initial Setting ......................................... 28
About START MENU.................................... 29
About START MENU ...................................................... 29
Basic START MENU Operation ..................................... 29
Clock Setting ............................................... 30
Auto Clock Setting ......................................................... 30
Manual Clock Setting ..................................................... 31
Automatic Daylight Saving-Time (DST) Adjustment ....... 31
Channel Setting ........................................... 32
Channel Setting ............................................................. 32
Adding/Erasing Channel Memory .................................. 32
Display Information..................................... 33
Content of TV Screen Display ........................................ 33
Checking the Channel .................................................... 33
Checking Remaining Time of HDD and
Number of Titles .......................................................... 33
Checking Remaining Time of DVD and
Number of Titles .......................................................... 34
Switching Front Panel Display ....................................... 34
Preparation to Operate This Recorder ...... 35
Time Shift Viewing/Chasing Playback ...... 36
Time Shift Viewing ......................................................... 37
Chasing Playback .......................................................... 37
Recording to HDD ....................................... 38
Direct Recording to HDD ............................................... 39
Setting the Record End Time during Direct Recording
(Simple Recording Timer)............................................ 39
Recording to DVD ....................................... 40
Loading Disc .................................................................. 40
Direct Recording to DVD ................................................ 40
Setting Recording Mode (HDD/DVD) ......... 42
HDD Recording Mode and Recording Time................... 42
DVD-R/RW Recording Mode and Recording Time ........ 42
Setting the Manual Recording Mode (MN) ..................... 42
Timer Recording.......................................... 43
Easy Recording Guide ................................................... 43
Timer Recording with VCR Plus+® System .................... 45
Timer Recording by Specifying Date,
Time and Channel ....................................................... 47
Favorite Program Timer Recording ................................ 49
Timer Program Detail Setting ......................................... 51
Confirm, Change and Cancel a Timer Program ............. 54
Automatic Recording of Satellite Broadcast
(AV AUTO REC) ..................................... 55
Connecting to a Satellite Receiver, etc. ......................... 55
Recording with AV AUTO REC ....................................... 55
To Cancel the AV AUTO REC Function .......................... 56
Dubbing (HDD/DVD) .................................... 57
Dubbing Method and Dubbing Types............................. 57
Limitation during Dubbing .............................................. 57
Timer Dubbing/Dubbing Immediately (HDD↔DVD)
High Speed Dubbing (HDD→DVD) ............................. 59
Dubbing Titles Recorded as Favorite Program .............. 61
Eliminating Problems (Recording, Timer
Recording, Dubbing)............................. 62
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Contents
HDD Playback .............................................. 64
Playback ........................................................................ 64
Playback from REC LIST ............................................... 65
Playback by Selecting Title Number (Direct Playback) .. 66
Viewing Favorite Programs ............................................ 66
Other Types of Playback ................................................ 67
DVD/CD Playback ........................................ 69
Loading Disc .................................................................. 69
DVD-R/RW Playback ..................................................... 69
DVD Video Playback ...................................................... 70
Audio CD/Video CD Playback ........................................ 70
Other Types of Playback ................................................ 71
Playback by Selecting with the Menu in the DVD .......... 73
MP3 File Playback ....................................... 74
To Play Another File (music title) during Playback ......... 74
To Skip the File during Playback .................................... 74
Settings During Playback ........................... 75
Function Control ............................................................. 75
Simultaneous Recording/Playback
Function ................................................. 77
Viewing the Program Being Recorded from the Beginning
while Recording to HDD (Chasing Playback) .............. 77
DVD/CD Playback during HDD Recording (Simultaneous
Recording/Playback) ................................................... 77
Playing Back a Title on the HDD during DVD Recording
(Simultaneous Recording/Playback) ........................... 77
Viewing Another Program Recorded on HDD while
Recording to HDD (Simultaneous Recording/
Playback) ..................................................................... 77
Function Menu............................................. 78
How to Use the FUNCTION MENU ............................... 78
Editing (HDD/DVD) ...................................... 79
About Editing .................................................................. 79
Editing Procedure .......................................................... 79
Switching between Original and Play List (Play Lists can
be created only for HDD or VR mode) ........................ 80
Editing an Original Title (HDD/DVD) .......... 81
Erasing Unnecessary Scenes from an Original Title
(ERASE SCENE)......................................................... 81
Inputting/Changing Title Name
(CHANGE TITLE NAME) ............................................. 83
Changing Thumbnail (CHANGE THUMBNAIL) ............. 84
Making Sections in a Title (DIVIDE CHAPTER)............. 85
Combining Chapters Together
(COMBINE CHAPTERS) ............................................. 86
Disabling Title Edit and Erase (TITLE PROTECT)......... 86
Erasing All Titles ............................................................. 87
Erasing by Selecting a Title (or Chapter) ....................... 87
Editing a Play List (HDD/DVD) ................... 88
Creating a Play List ........................................................ 88
Adding a Scene from an Original to a Play List
(ADD SCENE) ............................................................. 89
Changing the Title Sequence (MOVE TITLE) ................ 91
Erasing Unnecessary Scenes (ERASE SCENE) ........... 92
Inputting/Changing Title Name
(CHANGE TITLE NAME) ............................................. 92
Changing Thumbnail (CHANGE THUMBNAIL) ............. 92
Making Sections in a Title (DIVIDE CHAPTER)............. 92
Combining Chapters Together
(COMBINE CHAPTERS) ............................................. 92
Enjoying High Quality Sounds................... 93
Playing 2 Channel Audio with an Analog Connection .... 93
Playing Dolby Digital (5.1 Channel) and DTS Audio with a
Digital Connection ....................................................... 93
Playing 2 Channel Audio with a Digital Connection ....... 94
Recording from External Equipment......... 95
Recording from a Digital Camcorder Using i.LINK ......... 95
Recording from a Camcorder (VCR) Using an Analog
Connection .................................................................. 97
Function Setting .......................................... 98
Basic Operation for REC FUNCTION Setting ................ 99
Basic Operation for VIEW/PLAY SETTING .................... 101
Basic Operation for ADJUSTMENT Setting ................... 105
Initialization .................................................................... 106
Finalization ..................................................................... 106
Basic Operation for INITIALIZE/FINALIZE ..................... 107
Troubleshooting .......................................... 108
Service Information (For the U.S.) ............. 110
On-screen Error Messages ........................ 111
Glossary ....................................................... 114
Specifications .............................................. 117
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Features
A new timer recording system:
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“Easy Recording Guide”
• The Recorder is equipped with a high-capacity hard
disc, so you’ll have more chances than ever before
for timer recording, and the new timer recording
system makes this even easier. A schedule grid of
times and channels is displayed on the screen, and
by simply designating cells in the grid with the
remote control, timer programming becomes as
easy as circling your favorite shows in the newspaper. You can also see at a glance which time slots
are already programmed, and avoid any overlap.
High-capacity hard disc lets you
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record and view series and your
favorite programs
• For trendy dramas, series and other shows you
want to watch and record, without missing a week,
use the “Serial Program Timer” feature.
For news and information programs which you
watch everyday and don’t need to store, set
“Overwrite Program Timer”.
• Recorded programs can be viewed by simply
calling them up with the remote control, so there is
no need to search through a lot of programs.
Programs recorded with “Serial Program Timer” can
be batch dubbed onto DVD
save your favorite dramas on DVD.
*1
This function is only available with hard disc.
*2
Up to 5 titles can be dubbed in a batch.
DVD-R/RW recording/playback
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*1
*2
, so you can easily
with outstanding compatibility
• This Recorder is compatible with digital recording
on rewritable DVD-RW discs and one-time recordable DVD-R discs. It has two recording formats:
“VR (Video Recording) mode” which has a wealth of
editing functions, and “Video mode” which can be
played back with existing DVD players. This lets
you enjoy recording and dubbing to suit your
purpose.
High picture quality design (Used
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in all hard disc and DVD modes)
1Progressive scanning playback
High-quality, high-density video with no jagged
contours and no flicker.
2VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recording
Constantly maintains optimal high picture quality by
varying the bit rate (amount of video data) for each
scene depending on the video content (e.g.
whether movement is fast or slow).
A variety of hard disc t DVD
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dubbing functions
1High speed dubbing*
Enables high speed dubbing from hard disc to DVD
so you can enjoy creating your own video library.
*3
For high speed dubbing, use discs conforming to DVDRW Ver. 1.1/2g or DVD-R Ver. 2.0/4g.
2Rate conversion dubbing
The mode can be selected from 32 levels just like
recording mode. This enables recording at the
optimal picture quality, given the remaining empty
space on the disc.
3Exact dubbing
This automatically adjusts to the optimal record
mode so that the material is dubbed exactly into the
remaining area on the disc.
The time normally required for a program of an hour on
High Speed Dubbing to a double speed compatible disc
Recording Mode
FINE
SP
LP
EP
“Time Shift Viewing”, “Chasing
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3
Speed
Approx. 2g
Approx. 4g
Approx. 8g
Approx. 12g
Time Required
Approx. 30 min
Approx. 15 min
Approx. 7.5 min
Approx. 5 min
Playback” and “Simultaneous
Recording/Playback” —functions
you can only get with a hard disc
1Time shift viewing
While you are watching a program, the phone
rings.… At times like this, you can pause the
program being broadcast by pressing a button, and
then watch the rest of the program at your leisure
after you finish your phone call. You can also switch
to the current broadcast scene just by pressing
■STOP/LIVE button.
2Chasing playback
You return home earlier than expected while timer
recording is in progress…. At times like this, you
don’t have to wait for recording to end. You can
immediately view the program from the beginning.
3Simultaneous recording/playback
Even while recording to the hard disc, you can
enjoy playback of a DVD, or programs already
recorded on hard disc. You don’t have to wait for
recording to finish.
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Features
Comprehensive editing functions
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(Only titles recorded on the hard disc or in VR
mode on DVD-RW can be edited.)
1Play list edit
This lets you gather only the needed parts (i.e. a
“Play List”) from a recorded original video (title).
You can rearrange scenes and combine them with
other scenes, or rearrange titles. This is convenient
when you want to dub and save only the necessary
scenes and titles.
2Chapter edit
This lets you divide a title into chapter units during
recording/playback or using the edit screen. After
dividing, a list of recordings (thumbnails) can be
displayed in chapter units, so you can copy, erase
or dub to the play list in chapter units.
3Erase scene
This lets you erase unnecessary scenes. This is
convenient when you want to cut out the commercials in a recorded program before dubbing.
4Batch erasing of titles/chapters
Titles and chapters which become unnecessary
after editing can be batch erased by selecting them
from the list of recordings (thumbnails).
5Edit undo function*
If you mistakenly erase data during editing, this
function lets you restore it to its immediately
preceding state, just like “Undo” on a PC, so you
can edit worry-free.
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*
Edit undo can only be used once. It only works when
“UNDO” is assigned to a colored button (green) displayed
on the screen.
Simple operation and user-friendly
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design using a new remote control
1START MENU
Press START MENU button on the remote control,
and display the list of main functions on the screen.
After that, you can operate by using the Cursor
buttons and SET/ENTER button on the remote
control, so this Recorder can be used easily even
by a person who is unfamiliar with operation.
2Colored buttons
The remote control has colored buttons with four
different colors. Functions are displayed in four
different colors on the screen, and the Recorder
can be operated by directly designating these
functions.
3Luminous buttons
Luminous buttons are used for key control buttons
on the remote control so they are easy to see in the
dark.
Digital connection (i.LINK) with a
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digital video/audio source equipment
• The DV IN terminal allows you to capture, edit and
store material from a digital camcorder equipped
with a DV terminal.
MP3 file playback
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• This Recorder allows you to playback MP3 files
recorded on CD-R/RW.
VCR Plus+*5 System
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• The VCR Plus+ System allows you to program your
Recorder for timer recording simply by inputting the
PlusCode Programming number. The PlusCode
numbers are listed in most newspapers, television
guides, and local CATV listings. Simply by inputting
this PlusCode number, you can program your
Recorder for timer recording, eliminating the need
to input program start time, stop time, channel, date
and other information which is necessary for
ordinary timer programming.
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*
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+
system is manufactured under license from Gemstar
Development Corporation.
Accessories
Two “AAA” size batteries
Remote control unit
(RRMCGA198WJSA)
(R-03, UM/SUM-4)
for the remote control unit
Video/audio cable
(QCNW-B557WJPZ)
Round coaxial cable
(QCNW-B656WJPZ)
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Precautions about Using This Product
Do not use at locations at high
temperature.
• If you leave this equipment at a location which rises to an
abnormally high temperature (like the inside of a car with
the windows shut), this may cause deformation of the
cabinet or malfunction. Be very careful not to allow the
area abound the Recorder or discs to reach a high
temperature.
• Do not place the Recorder on any equipment which gets
hot.
• Do not place at a location which is exposed to direct
sunlight, or near a heater. Be careful because doing so
will have an adverse effect on the cabinet and components.
Do not remove the cabinets.
• Do not remove the Recorder cabinets. Touching parts
inside the cabinet could result in electric shock and/or
damage to the Recorder. For service and adjustment
inside the cabinet, please contact the nearest Sharp
Authorized Service Center.
Do not cover the fan or ventilation holes on the back of the Recorder.
• When setting up the Recorder, do not cover the fan or
ventilation holes on the rear of the Recorder. This will
interfere with the cooling fan and cause malfunction. Be
especially careful of this point when housing the Recorder
in a TV stand or AV rack.
• Do not use the Recorder on carpets, or on a bed or sofa,
or wrap the Recorder in cloth or other material. This will
interfere with the cooling fan and cause malfunction.
Do not place objects on the Recorder.
• Do not place any objects, such as vases or lighted
candles on the top of the Recorder.
• Set up at a location where there is adequate space above
the Recorder
• Do not place a TV or other heavy object on the Recorder.
Doing so may result in problems like noise appearing on
the screen, or deformation of the cabinet.
Keep away from magnetic objects.
• Keep the Recorder away from strong magnetic objects.
Handle the Recorder carefully.
• Do not drop the Recorder, or subject it to strong impact or
vibration. Doing so will cause malfunction. Be careful
when carrying or moving the Recorder.
No fingers or other objects inside
• Do not put any foreign object on the disc tray.
When moving or shipping the
Recorder
• Remove the disc before wrapping the Recorder. In case
you will not be using the Recorder for a while, remove the
disc, and turn off the power.
When using the Recorder during
rain or snow
• If you use the Recorder during rain or snow, be careful
not to allow it to get wet.
Dew formation
• Dew may form on the surface of and inside the Recorder
if you suddenly carry it from a cold location to a warm
location, or use it in a cold room where heating has just
been turned on (i.e. on a winter morning). If dew forms,
let the Recorder sit with the power off until the dew
disappears. Using the Recorder with dew formation
present may cause malfunction.(See page 17.)
Avoid dust and smoke.
• Do not place the Recorder at a location which is unstable,
subject to heavy vibration or where there is a lot of dust or
tobacco smoke. Doing so may cause malfunction or
accidents.
Set up the Recorder so it is horizontal.
• Do not stand the Recorder up vertically or place it upside
down. Doing so will cause malfunction.
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Precautions about Using This Product
Upkeep of cabinet
• The cabinet surface employs a lot of plastic. Do not wipe
these surfaces with benzene or thinner because this may
cause deterioration or paint peeling.
• Do not apply volatile liquids like insecticide to the
cabinet. Also, do not allow long-term contact with
materials like rubber, vinyl products or synthetic leather.
Doing so may cause problems like paint peeling.
• Do not affix stickers or tape to the Recorder. Doing so
may cause cabinet discoloration or damage.
• If the cabinet or front panel display gets dirty, gently wipe
it off with soft cloth like flannel. If it is extremely dirty, soak
a cloth in neutral detergent diluted with water, wring the
cloth well, wipe, and then wipe again with a dry cloth.
Using powerful cleaners may cause discoloration,
deterioration or paint peeling. We recommend testing any
cleaners at an inconspicuous location on the Recorder.
Electromagnetic interference
• If you use a mobile phone or other electronic equipment
near the Recorder, video may be disturbed or become
noisy during playback or recording due to electromagnetic interference.
Antenna
• To avoid the effects of radio interference, set up the
antenna at a location away from busy roads, electric
wires for train, electric transmission lines and neon signs.
This is effective for preventing electric shock accidents in
the unlikely event that antenna falls down.
• Do not make the antenna line unnecessarily long, or
bundle it. Be careful because doing so will cause the
picture to be unstable.
• The antenna is exposed to the weather, so be careful to
periodically check and replace it. This will ensure a
beautiful picture. Antennas are particularly susceptible to
damage at locations with heavy smoke and soot, and
locations exposed to sea breeze.
Hard disc (HDD)
• This Recorder records programs onto a hard disc (HDD).
The hard disc is equipped with a safety mechanism to
protect data from impact, vibration and dust. However, to
prevent loss of recorded data, you should be particularly
careful of the following points:
• Do not subject the Recorder to any impact.
• Do not use at a location which is unstable or subject to
vibration.
• Do not move the Recorder while the power is on.
• Do not unplug the power cord from the AC outlet
during recording or playback. First turn power “OFF”,
and then unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
• Do not use at a location with abrupt temperature
variation (variation of more than 50°F [10°C] per hour).
• The Recorder will malfunction if used at a cold location
(41°F [5°C] or less) or an extremely hot location (95°F
35°C] or higher).
• If you carry the Recorder from a cold location to a
warm location, let the Recorder sit for a while before
using it.
• In the unlikely event that the hard disc (HDD) malfunctions for some reason, you cannot replace it by yourself. If
you disassemble the Recorder you will void the warranty.
Please contact the nearest Sharp Authorized Service
Center. We cannot provide compensation for data content
if data is lost or not recorded.
Connected equipment
• Read carefully the “Precautions for Use” in the operation
manual for any equipment connected to the Recorder.
Power conservation
• When you are finished using the Recorder, conserve
power by turning power off. If you go on a trip, or
otherwise will not use the Recorder for a long time,
unplug the power cord from the AC outlet to ensure
safety.
If you do not use the Recorder for
a long time
• Failure to use the Recorder for a long time may cause
problems, so turn on power and operate the Recorder
from time to time.
Requests regarding setup
• Do not cover the fan or ventilation holes on the back of
the Recorder. Doing so will interfere with heat radiation
and cause malfunction.
Notes about use
• The Recorder and cabinet may become a little hot,
depending on the use environment when using this
Recorder. This is not a malfunction.
• When unplugging the power cord (to move the Recorder,
etc.), first turn off power (STANDBY indicator on the front
of the Recorder lights up red) to protect the hard disc
(HDD).
• When power is turned on, the fan will rotate to cool the
Recorder.
• Immediately after plugging the power cord into an AC
outlet, or after recovery from a power failure, the unit may
fail to operate for more than ten seconds because the
Recorder is performing system adjustment.
Notes about this operation
manual
• In this operation manual, the terms “the Recorder”, “this
Recorder” or “your Recorder” refer to the “DV-HR300U
DVD Recorder with Hard Disc”.
• The screen displays and Recorder illustrations given in
this operation manual are for explanatory purposes, and
may differ somewhat from the actual screen and Recorder.
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About Hard Disc (HDD)
This Recorder has a built in hard disc (abbreviated
“HDD”) for recording and playback. Beware of the
following points when setting up and using the Recorder.
Failure to observe precautions may cause damage to
the HDD itself or its content, failure of the disc to
operate, or recording of noise.
• Do not subject to any vibration or impact.
• Do not place at a cramped location which might block the
cooling fan or ventilation port on the back of the Recorder.
• Do not place at a location with severe temperature
variation.
s If the Recorder is set up at a location with severe
temperature variation, dew may form on and inside the
Recorder. If the Recorder is used with internal dew
formation present, this may cause HDD damage or
malfunction. We recommend keeping variation in room
temperature within 50˚F (10˚C) per hour.
• Do not place at a location with high humidity.
• Place the Recorder horizontally, never at an incline.
• When the power is on, do not unplug the power cord from
the AC outlet, turn off the breaker for the area where the
Recorder is set up, or move the Recorder.
s When moving the Recorder, first turn off the power and
then unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
Recording Format
■ HDD recording is done using the variable bit rate
format for more efficient recording.
The following phenomena may occur.
With the variable bit rate format, the remaining amount
which can be recorded may increase or decrease relative
to the display of the remaining amount of HDD space.
• When the display indicates that the remaining amount of
HDD space is low, first delete unnecessary programs,
and then record with an extra margin in the amount of
remaining space.
• Even if you delete a program, the remaining amount may
not increase by the amount of deleted time. When
recording new video, record with an extra margin in the
amount of remaining space.
• With this Recorder, part of the HDD capacity is used as a
system management area.
Unrecordable Material
• This Recorder is equipped with a copy guard function
that prevents recording of video software or broadcast
programs that contain a signal that restricts copying in
accordance with copyrights and so forth.
• In the case a copy guard signal is contained in a source
video that occurs partway through recording, recording is
paused at that point. Recording resumes when the copy
guard signal is no longer present, while no recordings will
be made for the part where the copy prevention signal is
present.
In the unlikely event that there is some problem like loss
of recorded video or audio content due to a HDD
malfunction, please be aware beforehand that Sharp will
bear no responsibility to compensate for the content
which could not be recorded or edited, for the loss of
recorded or edited video, or for other related direct or
indirect damages.
■ If a power failure occurs
• The content being recorded or timer recorded will be
damaged if power failure occurs.
• The content being played back may be damaged.
■ For important recording
• If the HDD malfunctions, the content recorded on the
HDD may be lost. If you wish to save content permanently, we recommend copying or moving the content
to DVD-RW or DVD-R.
NOTE
• If a message indicating a HDD error is displayed (such as
“CANNOT OPERATE DUE TO ERROR.”) and the HDD has
malfunctioned, you cannot replace the HDD by yourself.
If you disassemble the Recorder, the warranty will
become void. Also, recovery of data is impossible. If
playback is possible, re-record the recorded content onto
a DVD-R/RW disc, and contact your nearest Sharp
Authorized Service Center.
Hard Disc Operation
(Recording / Playback / Time Shift
Recording)
• If the Recorder is used in a cold location (a location at
low temperature), the drive will only allow live viewing
after power is turned on until the HDD is ready. During
this time, the Recorder will not allow Time Shift Viewing,
recording, display of recording lists or playback of
recorded programs. Please wait until the HDD is ready.
Initialization
• Initialization erases all video recorded on the HDD. Be
sure to dub important recordings onto DVD-R/RW discs
before initializing.
CPRM (control) Information
• There are 3 types of copy control signals: “Copy Freely”,
“Copy Once” and “Copy Never”.
“Copy Never” programs cannot be recorded on HDD.
When a “Copy Once” enabled program is copied from
HDD to DVD-RW, the video is not copied — it is moved
from the HDD to the DVD-RW (i.e. the content recorded
on the HDD is erased).
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About DVD
Types of Discs that Can Be
Used with This Recorder
• The following discs can be played back and recorded
with this Recorder. Do not use an 8 cm (3") adapter (for
CDs).
• Since this Recorder is compatible with the NTSC format,
use discs that contain the letters “NTSC” on the disc or
package.
• Use discs that are compatible with standards as indicated by the presence of the following logo marks on the
disc label. Playback of discs not complying with these
standards is not guaranteed. In addition, image quality or
sound quality is not guaranteed even if such discs are
able to be played back.
Discs For Recording and Playback
Disc Type
DVD-RW
DVD-R
*1
*2
•Ver.1.1
•Ver.1.1
(CPRM
compatible)
•Ver.1.1/2g
(CPRM
compatible)
•Ver.2.0
•Ver.2.0/4g
4.7
“Copy Once” broadcasts and other programs that can
be recorded only once can be recorded.
DVD-R/RW 8 cm (3") single-sided, single-layer discs can
only be used for recording in the Video mode. Some
discs of this type may not be able to be recorded.
*3
Not compatible with 4g high speed dubbing. When high
speed dubbing is used, the system will switch to 2g.
Discs for Playback (Playback Only)
Disc Type
DVD Video Region
DVD+R/DVD+RW
Video CD
Audio CD
CD-R/CD-RW
*4
number
ALL
1
*4
This Recorder has been designed on the premise of
playing back Audio CDs that comply with CD (Compact
Disc) standards. CDs containing a signal for the purpose
of protecting copyrights (copy control signal) may not be
able to be played back with this Recorder.
Recording
Format
VR mode
Video mode
*1
*1
Video mode
*3
Recording
Format
Video mode
Video mode
(finalized disc
only)
Video CD
Audio CD
(CD-DA)
Audio CD
(CD-DA)
MP3 file
Video CD
Contents
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Contents
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Audio
Audio
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Disc Size
12 cm (5"),
single-sided/
double-sided,
single layer disc
8 cm (3"), singlesided, single
*2
layer disc
Disc Size
12 cm (5")
8 cm (3")
12 cm (5")
12 cm (5")
8 cm (3")
• DVD video players and discs have region numbers,
which dictate the regions in which a disc can be played.
The region number for this product is 1. (Discs marked
ALL will play in any player.)
• DVD Video operations and functions may be different
from the explanations in this manual and some operations
may be prohibited due to disc manufacturer’s setting.
• If “CANNOT OPERATE THIS FUNCTION.” or “THIS
OPERATION IS PROHIBITED BY THE DISC.” is displayed,
either the disc or Recorder is prohibiting the function.
Read the disc’s manual along with this manual.
• If a menu screen or operating instructions are displayed
during playback of a disc, follow the operating procedure
displayed.
Discs that Cannot Be Used with
This Recorder
■ The following discs are unable to be played back or
are not played back properly on this Recorder. If such
a disc is mistakenly played back, the speakers may
be damaged due to the large volume. Never attempt
to play back such discs.
CDG, Photo CD, CD-ROM, CD-TEXT, CD-EXTRA, SVCD,
SACD, PD, CDV, CVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio
■ Discs with unusual shapes cannot be played.
• Discs with unusual shapes (heart-shaped or hexagonal
discs, etc.) cannot be used. The use of such discs will
cause a fault.
■ The following DVD video discs cannot be played.
• Discs not containing “1” or “ALL” for the region number
(discs sold outside the authorized marketing area).
• Discs recorded in PAL format.
*6
• Discs produced illegally.
• Discs recorded for commercial use.
*5
The region number for this product is 1.
*6
This Recorder is compatible with the NTSC format.
Make sure to check the format of the disc before
purchasing.
■ The following DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW discs cannot be
played.
• Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be
played back.
• Discs may not be played back depending on the
recorder used for recording.
■ The following Audio CD discs cannot be played.
• Discs containing a signal for the purpose of protecting
copyrights (copy control signal) may not be played
back with this Recorder.
• This Recorder has been designed on the premise of
playing back Audio CDs that comply with CD (Compact Disc) standards.
■ The following CD-R/RW discs cannot be played.
• Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be
played back.
• Non-finalized discs cannot be played back.
• Discs recorded in a format other than a Video CD/
Audio CD and MP3 file format
*7
cannot be played back.
• Discs may not be played back depending on their
recording status or the status of the disc itself.
• Discs may not be played back depending on their
compatibility with this Recorder or the recorder used
for recording.
*5
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About DVD
*7
About MP3 file format
MP3 files are audio data compressed in MPEG1 Audio
layer 3 file format. “MP3 files” have “.mp3” as extensions.
(Some files that have “.mp3” extensions or files that have
not been recorded in MP3 format will produce noise or
cannot be played.)
ÆÆ
Æ Playing MP3 discs
ÆÆ
• Some MP3 files are not played in the order they were
recorded.
• The maximum number of layers which can be
recognized, including files and folders, is 8.
• The multi-session discs cannot be played.
• It is recommended to record data at a lower speed as
data recorded at fast speed can produce noise and
may not be able to be played.
• The more folders there are, the longer the reading
time.
• Depending on the folder tree, reading MP3 files can
take time.
• Folder or track (file) names are limited to 8 characters.
Folder or track (file) names that go over 8 characters
will be abbreviated. (Certain letters or symbols in
folder names or title name may not be displayed.)
• The playing time may not be correctly displayed
during MP3 file playback.
ÆÆ
Æ The following files cannot be played on this
ÆÆ
Recorder.
• Discs that have more than 257 folders or 1,000 files.
• When both Audio CD format and MP3 files format are
recorded on a disc. (The disc is recognized to be an
Audio CD and only tracks in the Audio CD format are
played back.)
Types of Discs for Recording
• DVD-RW and DVD-R discs can be recorded with this
Recorder. The recording format that can be selected may
vary according to the disc version and type of disc.
• Make sure to use a disc that has the words “For Video” or
“For Recording” on the disc or disc jacket for recording
and playback with this Recorder.
Disc Type
DVD-RW Ver. 1.1
DVD-RW Ver. 1.1
(CPRM)
DVD-RW Ver. 1.1/2g
(CPRM)
DVD-R Ver. 2.0
DVD-R Ver. 2.0/4g
DVD-RW Discs
• DVD-RW discs are available in Ver. 1.1, Ver. 1.1
(CPRM compatible) or Ver. 1.1/2g (CPRM
compatible).
• When a disc has been recorded in the VR mode, it
can be recorded and erased repeatedly. Erasure also
allows the recording time to be increased.
• When a disc has been recorded in the Video mode,
additional recording is possible until the disc is full.
The recording time does not increase*8 even if titles
are erased, but if the disc is initialized (see pages 15
and 106) full recording time is possible.
*8
Recording time can only be increased when the last
title is erased (titles cannot be erased after a disc
has been finalized).
Recording Format
VR mode
×
—
Video mode
×
×
DVD-R Discs
• DVD-R discs can only be recorded in the Video
mode.
• Although additional recordings can be made until the
disc is full, disc space does not increase even if titles
are erased (because erasure here refers only to
making the titles not visible).
• Although these discs can be played back with other
DVD players once they have been finalized, the discs
can no longer be recorded or erased after they have
been finalized.
• Discs can be additionally recorded and edited with
this Recorder only until they are finalized.
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About DVD
Recording Formats
• There are two recording formats available with this
Recorder: the VR mode and the Video mode.
• The recording format that can be selected may differ
depending on the disc. Refer to the section on Types of
Discs for Recording (page 12).
• Recording in the VR mode and Video mode cannot be
mixed on one disc.
VR (Video Recording) Mode
The VR mode is the basic DVD-RW recording format,
and lets you enjoy the various editing functions
available with this Recorder.
• When a disc has been recorded in the VR mode, it can
be recorded and erased repeatedly. Erasure also allows
the recording time to be increased.
• Recorded discs can only be played back with DVD-RW
compatible DVD players
• “Copy Once” programs can also be recorded
*9
• Although there are some cases in which the disc must
be finalized, the disc can be recorded and erased
after it has been finalized.
• DVD-RW compatible DVD players have the following
indication.
DVD players with this indication have the function of
being able to play back DVD-RW discs recorded in
the VR mode with a DVD recorder.
*10
When using a DVD-RW Ver. 1.1 disc (CPRM compatible).
Recorded programs cannot be played back with other
DVD players (including DVD-RW players) or DVD
recorders not compatible with CPRM.
Video Mode
This recording format is compatible with commercially
available DVD players and DVD-ROM drives.
• Discs recorded in the Video mode cannot be recorded
repeatedly or their content overwritten.
• When recording in the Video mode, discs can be played
back, additionally recorded and edited only with this
Recorder until they are finalized. Editing functions are
limited.
• Discs recorded in the Video mode can be played back
with other DVD players by finalizing them after recording.
(However, this does not guarantee that these discs can
be played back on all DVD players.)
• Recordings onto DVD-R/RW discs using the Video mode
employ a new standard approved by the DVD Forum in
2000, and compatibility with this standard is left to the
discretion of the respective DVD player manufacturer.
Consequently, there are some models of DVD players
and DVD-ROM drives that are unable to play back DVDR/RW discs.
• “Copy Once” programs cannot be recorded.
*9
.
*10
.
Recording Time
• The recording mode that can be set varies according to
the recording format. Refer to the table below for the
applicable recording mode.
Recording
Mode
FINE
SP
LP
EP
Recordable Time
About 60 minutes
About 120 minutes
About 240 minutes
About 360 minutes
Description
When you want to record highquality images.
This is the standard recording
mode.
When you want to record for a long
period of time with slightly lower
image quality.
When you want to place priority on
recording time.
• Recordable time is based on the recording time when
using a 4.7 GB disc. Since recording capacity varies
according to the recorded material, there may be cases
where there is much more disc space remaining on the
disc when recording is completed.
• Refer to page 42 about the recordable times when you
choose “MN” (manual) Recording mode.
* Since recording to DVD is performed using VBR (variable
bit rate, refer to the section on VBR Control on page 116)
with the exception of some recording modes, recording
time varies according to the material to be recorded.
• Recordable time may be shorter than that indicated above in
the case of recording material of poor image quality such as
broadcasts from televisions with poor reception.
• This does not guarantee the length of recording time. Actual
recording time may be shorter than that indicated above
depending on image quality and other aspects.
• The total of recording time and remaining time may not always
agree with the recordable time of the recording mode.
• Block-like images may become conspicuous during scenes
containing rapid movement due to the characteristics of digital
image compression technology.
Disc Remaining Time
ÆÆ
Æ VR mode
ÆÆ
• Additional recordings can be made as long as there is
available space on the disc. (Additional recordings
can also be made after the disc is finalized.)
• Erasing unnecessary recordings lets you increase the
remaining time on the disc. (The disc can also be
erased after it has been finalized.)
• When a Play List (see page 88) is created, disc space
will not increase even if portions of titles or titles of
Play List are erased.
ÆÆ
Æ Video mode
ÆÆ
• Additional recordings can be made with this Recorder
provided there is available space on the disc until the
disc is finalized.
• In case you record on a DVD-RW disc, recordable
time will increase if you erase the last recorded title
unless you finalize the DVD-RW disc.
• In case you record on a DVD-R disc, recordable time
will not increase even if you erase titles (see page 87).
(The erase function only hides the title, it does not
actually erase it. It does not actually delete the
recorded contents.)
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About DVD
Using the Proper Disc
Select the disc and recording format to be used
according to the objective of the recording.
Select the disc and recording format by referring
to the table below.
Objective
•
When you want to play
back a recorded disc with
a DVD player or DVD
Video compatible PC
• When not re-recording a
recorded disc (when
making a permanent
recording or when you
do not want the
recording to be erased)
When you want to play
•
back a recorded disc with
a DVD player or DVD
Video compatible PC
• When you want to
repeatedly record and
erase a recorded disc
• When you want to edit
a disc recorded with
this Recorder
• When playing back with
a DVD-RW compatible
player with the
following indication
Disc Used
Recordable
DVD-R disc
4.7
Recordable
DVD-RW disc
Ver. 1.1 or Ver.
1.1 (CPRM
compatible)
Recordable
DVD-RW disc
Ver. 1.1 or
Ver. 1.1
(CPRM
compatible)
Recording Format
Video mode
recording
+
finalization
Video mode
recording
+
finalization
VR mode
recording
+
(finalization)
Unrecordable Material
ÆÆ
Æ This Recorder is equipped with a copy guard
ÆÆ
function that prevents recording of video software
or broadcast programs that contain a signal that
restricts copying in accordance with copyrights and
so forth.
Example:
• DVD videos
• PPV (pay-per-view) broadcasts
ÆÆ
Æ The proper image may not be obtained in the case
ÆÆ
a copy guard signal is contained in the images
input from equipment connected to the external
input jacks (LINE IN 1, LINE IN 2, LINE IN 3 or DV
IN) of this Recorder.
Example:
• Images not output at proper brightness
• Incorrect output of picture size and other data
Connect such equipment directly to your TV
without going through this Recorder.
ÆÆ
Æ In the case a copy guard signal is contained in a
ÆÆ
source video that occurs part way through recording, recording is paused at that point. Recording
resumes when the copy guard signal is no longer
present, while no recordings will be made for the
part where the copy prevention signal is present.
• When you want to
repeatedly record and
erase a recorded disc
• When you want to
record a “Copy Once”
satellite broadcast, etc.
Recordable
DVD-RW disc
Ver. 1.1
(CPRM
compatible)
VR mode
recording
Time display for Recording and
Playback (Video mode only)
• With this Recorder, the displayed record/playback time is
about 0.1% shorter than the actual recording time. In
video like TV broadcasts, video is sent at a rate of about
29.9 frames per second. For convenience, this Recorder
calculates using a value of 30 frames per second.
(If, for example, you record one hour, the time display on
the Recorder will be: 60 minutes x 0.999 = 59.94 minutes
= 59 mins. 56 secs.)
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Initialization and Finalization
Initialization (Formatting)
Initialization is required when using DVD-RW discs in the Video mode. (See page 106 for details about Initialization.)
When an unused DVD-RW disc is placed in the Recorder immediately after the disc has been purchased, the Recorder is set
to automatically begin initializing in the VR mode. The settings can also be changed so that discs are initialized in the Video
mode (page 106).
When using a DVD-RW disc in the Video mode without changing this setting, initialize the disc in the Video mode after first
completing initialization in the VR mode (page 106).
• Initialization causes the entire previously recorded contents of the disc to be erased.
• It takes about 1 minute to 1 minute and 30 seconds for initialization to be completed.
Allowing Discs to Be Played Back with Other DVD Players (Finalization)
Discs must always be finalized in order to play them back with another DVD player after having been recorded in
the Video mode. (See page 106 for details about Finalization)
Finalize discs on which all recordings have been completed so that they can be viewed with another DVD player or a DVD
Video compatible PC. Discs that are not finalized may not be able to be played back with other DVD players or DVD Video
compatible PCs. (However, this does not guarantee that finalized discs can be played back on all DVD players or DVD Video
compatible PCs.)
• Finalizing a DVD-R disc prevents all recording and editing of that disc.
• Although DVD-RW discs can be re-recorded by initializing even after they have been recorded in the Video mode and
finalized, all previously recorded contents are erased.
• Finalization is required if a disc recorded in the VR mode cannot be played back with a DVD-RW compatible player. (Discs
formatted in the VR mode can be recorded and edited even after finalization.)
• Finalization takes from several minutes to about an hour. (Processing takes longer if there is considerable available space
on the disc.)
The following operations may cause malfunction.
• Operating discs recorded or edited by this Recorder in a DVD recorder or PC’s DVD drive manufactured by other manufacturers.
• Using the discs in above situation again with this Recorder.
• Operating discs recorded or edited by a DVD recorder or PC’s DVD drive made by other manufacturers than the one for
this Recorder.
About the Contents of the Disc
Title, Chapter and Track
• DVDs are divided into “Titles” and “Chapters”. If the disc
has more than one movie on it, each movie would be a
separate “Title”. “Chapters”, on the other hand, are
subdivisions of titles. (See Example 1.)
• Video CDs and Audio CDs are divided into “Tracks”. You
can think of a “Track” as one tune on an Audio CD. (See
Example 2.)
Recording on a DVD-R/RW disc
• One recording is treated as one title and the chapters will
be inserted automatically every 10 minutes. You can
choose the chapter interval from the following: 10
minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or off (page 98).
• Each title, chapter and track will be numbered in order.
Title, chapter and track may not be numbered in some
discs.
Recording on a DVD-RW disc in VR mode
• When you pause during recording or erase the scene using edit function, chapter marks will be inserted automatically. You
can also insert chapter marks at your favorite scenes (page 85).
Recording in Video mode
• You cannot insert chapter marks at your favorite scenes.
Example 1: DVD
Title 1
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3
Example 2: Video CD or Audio CD
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5
Title 2
Chapter 1 Chapter 2
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About the Contents of the Disc
Icons Used on DVD Video Disc Case
When you buy a DVD Video disc, the back of the disc case
usually contains various information about the contents of
the disc.
1 2
1. English
2
2. Chinese
3 4 5
LB
16:9
z Audio tracks and audio formats
DVD discs can contain up to 8 separate tracks with a
different language on each. The first in the list is the
original track.
This section also details the audio format of each
soundtrack—Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.
Dolby Digital
A sound system developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc.
that gives movie theater ambience to audio output when
the Recorder is connected to a Dolby Digital 5.1
channel processor or amplifier.
DTS
DTS is a digital sound system developed by Digital
Theater Systems for use in cinemas. This system uses 6
audio channels and provides accurate sound field
positioning and realistic acoustics. (By connecting a
DTS Digital Surround decoder, you can also listen to
DTS Digital Surround sound.)
2
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546
2
1. English
2. Chinese
The Icons Used in This
Operation Manual
HDD
...................... Indicates the functions that can be
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW
VR MODE
DVD-R
VIDEO CD
AUDIO CD
CD-R
CD-RW
.............. Indicates the functions that can be
DVD-RW
VIDEO MODE
................... Indicates the functions that can be
.................. Indicates the functions that can be
.................. Indicates the functions that can be
.................. Indicates the functions that can be
MP3
.................. Indicates the functions that can be
MP3
performed for the hard disc.
performed for DVD Video discs.
... Indicates the functions that can be
performed for DVD-RW discs.
VR MODE:
• Indicates that the function will
operate when recording in VR mode
or playing back a disc recorded in
VR mode.
VIDEO MODE:
• Indicates that the function will
operate when recording in Video
mode or playing back a disc
recorded in Video mode.
performed for DVD-R discs.
performed for Video CDs.
performed for Audio CDs.
performed for CD-R discs in MP3
format.
performed for CD-RW discs in MP3
format.
Linear PCM
Linear PCM is a signal recording format used for Audio
CDs.
The sound on Audio CDs is recorded at 44.1 kHz with
16 bits. (On DVD discs, sound is recorded at between
48 kHz with 16 bits and 96 kHz with 24 bits.)
x Subtitle languages
This indicates the kind of subtitles.
c Screen aspect ratio
Movies are shot in a variety of screen modes.
v Camera angle
Recorded onto some DVD discs are scenes which have
been simultaneously shot from a number of different
angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from the
left side, from the right side, etc.).
b Region code
This indicates the region code (playable region
number).
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Important Information
Disc Precautions
Be Careful of Scratches and Dust
• DVD-R and DVD-RW discs are sensitive to dust, fingerprints and especially scratches. A scratched disc may
not be able to be recorded, or important data recorded
may not be able to be played back. Handle discs with
care and store them in a safe place.
Proper Disc Storage
Place the disc in the center of
the disc case and store the
case and disc upright.
Avoid storing discs in locations
subject to direct sunlight, next
to heating appliances or in
locations of high humidity.
Do not drop discs or subject
them to strong vibrations or
impacts.
Avoid storing discs in locations
where there are large amounts
of dust or locations where mold
tends to grow easily.
Handling Precautions
• If the surface is soiled, wipe gently with a soft, damp
(water only) cloth. When wiping discs, always move the
cloth from the center hole toward the outer edge.
• Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzene, thinner,
static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
• Do not touch the surface.
• Do not stick paper or adhesive labels to the disc.
• If the playing surface of a disc is soiled or scratched, the
Recorder may decide that the disc is incompatible and
eject the disc tray, or it may fail to play the disc correctly.
Wipe any soiling off the playing surface with a soft cloth.
Copyright
• It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full
compliance with the copyright laws of the United States
and that prior permission be obtained from copyright
owners whenever necessary.
• This product incorporates copyright protection technology
that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents
and other intellectual property right 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.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603,
4,577,216, 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for
limited viewing uses only.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
• “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc.
• Certain audio features of this product manufactured
under a license from Desper Products, Inc.
N-2-2™ and the circle-in-square device are trademarks
owned by Desper Products, Inc.
• The DVD logo is a registered trademark.
• i.LINK refers to the IEEE 1394-1995 industry specification
and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products
compliant with the i.LINK standard.
• is a trademark.
• VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+
system is manufactured under license from Gemstar
Development Corporation.
“Licensed under one or more of U.S. Pat. 4,972,484,
5,214,678, 5,323,396, 5,530,655, 5,539,829, 5,544,247,
5,606,618, 5,610,985, 5,740,317, 5,777,992, 5,878,080
or 5,960,037.”
Spatializer
®
Cleaning the Pick Up Lens
• Never use commercially available cleaning discs. The
use of these discs can damage the lens.
• Request cleaning of the lens to the nearest Sharp
Authorized Service Center.
Warning of Dew Formation
• Dew may form on pick up lens or disc in the following
conditions:
• Immediately after a heater has been turned on.
• In a steamy or very humid room.
• When the Recorder is suddenly moved from a cold
environment to a warm one.
When dew forms:
It becomes difficult for the Recorder to read the signals
on the disc and prevents the Recorder from operating
properly.
To remove dew:
Take out the disc and leave the recorder with the power
off until the dew disappears. Using the recorder with
dew formation may cause malfunction.
Cautions Regarding Recording
ÆÆ
Æ Always Make Sure to Test Record First
ÆÆ
• Make a test recording with a DVD-RW disc first before
making any important recordings to confirm whether
or not the recorded material is recorded properly.
ÆÆ
Æ Compensation for Recordings
ÆÆ
• In the event a recording is unable to be made due to a
problem with this Recorder or a disc, or due to an
external factor such as a power failure or condensation of moisture and so forth, the manufacturer is not
responsible for compensation for unrecorded contents
or incidental damages.
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Major Components
Main Unit (Front)
1
2 3 4 5 6 87
To open the
front door, lay
your finger on
this part and pull
toward you.
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
9
1
POWER (p. 26)
2
STANDBY indicator (p. 26)
3
TIMER indicator (p. 44)
4
CHANNEL "/'
5
PLAY/REC indicators
(for HDD) (pp. 39, 64)
6
PLAY/REC indicators
(for DVD) (pp. 41, 69)
Front Panel Display
7
Disc tray (p. 40)
8
OPEN/CLOSE (p. 40)
9
RESET (p. 110)
10
LINE IN 3 (p. 97)
• AUDIO Input jacks
• VIDEO Input jack
• S-VIDEO Input jack
11
DV IN terminal (p. 95)
ÆÆ
12
Æ REC (pp. 39, 41)
ÆÆ
13
REC STOP (pp. 39, 41)
14
REC PAUSE (pp. 39, 41)
15
HDD (p. 35)
16
DVD (p. 35)
||
17
| PLAY (pp. 64, 70)
||
18
■ STOP/LIVE (pp. 64, 69)
19
STILL/PAUSE (pp. 67, 71)
1
2
3
4
5
6
Main Unit (Rear)
1
45
18
2 3
1
PASS THROUGH jack (p. 22)
2
IN FROM ANTENNA jack (antenna or cable
input) (p. 22)
3
COMPONENT Video Output jacks (p. 23)
7
8
9
7 869
1
Chapter indicator (p. 34)
2
Disc Remaining Time indicator (p. 34)
3
Title indicator (p. 34)
4
Dubbing indicator (p. 60)
5
Recording Mode indicator (p. 39)
6
AV AUTO REC indicator (p. 55)
7
Information Display (p. 34)
8
Tamper Proof indicator (p. 38)
9
Simple Recording Timer indicator (p. 39)
4
LINE IN 1 (AUTO REC) (p. 55)
• AUDIO Input jacks
• VIDEO Input jack
• S-VIDEO Input jack
5
LINE IN 2
• AUDIO Input jacks
• VIDEO Input jack
• S-VIDEO Input jack
6
LINE OUT 1 (p. 22)
• AUDIO Output jacks
• VIDEO Output jack
• S-VIDEO Output jack
7
LINE OUT 2 (p. 93)
• AUDIO Output jacks
• VIDEO Output jack
• S-VIDEO Output jack
8
DIGITAL AUDIO Output COAXIAL jack
(p. 93)
9
DIGITAL AUDIO Output OPTICAL terminal
(p. 93)
Major Components
Remote Control Unit
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
NOTE
• Buttons marked with “*” are made of
luminous rubber for easy visibility even in
the dark. (The degree of brightness will
decrease as time passes.)
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
4137
4238
4339
4440
45
1
POWER (p. 26)
2
OPEN/CLOSE (p. 40)
3
Number buttons (pp. 21, 45)
4
CH DISPLAY (p. 33)
5
TIME SHIFT (p. 37)
6*
START MENU (p. 29)
7*
HDD (p. 35)
8*
REC LIST/DVD TITLE (pp. 65, 73)
9*
Cursor buttons (' /" /\ /|) (pp. 27, 29)
10*
EXIT (p. 29)
11
COLOR BUTTON (pp. 43, 65)
Blue (A), Red (B), Green (C), Yellow (D)
12*
13*
14*
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26*
27*
28*
29*
30*
31*
32*
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
REV (pp. 37, 67, 71)
STILL/PAUSE (pp. 37, 67, 71)
■ STOP/LIVE (pp. 37, 64, 70)
F.ADV , SKIP (pp. 67, 70, 71)
ÆÆ
Æ REC (pp. 39, 41)
ÆÆ
REC STOP (pp. 39, 41)
TV CONTROL buttons (p. 21)
CH " /'
DIRECT (p. 66)
VCR PLUS+ (p. 45)
ERASE (p. 45)
DUBBING (p. 59)
P IN P (p. 77)
INPUT/ Repeat (pp. 68, 71, 96)
DVD (p. 35)
ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST / DVD MENU
(pp. 65, 73, 80)
SET/ENTER (pp. 27, 29)
n RETURN (p. 29)
| PLAY (pp. 37, 64, 70)
FWD (pp. 37, 67, 71)
SLOW (pp. 67, 71)
REPLAY (pp. 67, 71)
SKIP SEARCH (pp. 67, 71)
REC MODE/ ZOOM (pp. 39, 41, 68, 72)
REC PAUSE (pp. 39, 41)
ANGLE (p. 72)
FUNCTION (p. 75)
FAVORITE PROG. LIST/AV AUTO REC
(pp. 50, 55, 66)
CHAPTER MARK / CONNECTION GUIDE/
RESET (pp. 27, 39, 41, 64, 69)
AUDIO (pp. 33, 68, 72)
SUBTITLE (p. 72)
DISPLAY/BACKLIGHT (pp. 34, 44)
ON SCREEN (p. 33)
TAMPER PROOF (p. 38)
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Major Components
Loading the Batteries
1
While pressing Y down,
slide the battery cover in
the direction of the
arrow.
NOTE
• Do not subject the remote control unit to shock, water or excessive humidity.
• The remote control unit may not function if the Recorder’s remote sensor is in direct sunlight or any other strong light.
• Incorrect use of batteries may cause them to leak or burst. Read the battery warnings and use the batteries properly.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, or mix different brands.
• Remove the batteries if you will not use the remote control unit for an extended period of time.
2
Load the batteries.
Load the two “AAA” size batteries (R-03,
UM/SUM-4) supplied with the remote
control unit. Make sure that the battery
poles
indicated.
and are positioned as
3
Slide the battery cover
in the direction of the
arrow until it clicks.
Operating range of remote control
Remote sensor
About 30°
About 30°
Front 22.96ft.
Remote control
unit
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Major Components
CHANNEL
''
""
' /
"
''
""
Front display
panel
Operating a TV Using the
Remote Control
(
Universal Remote Control
The Universal Remote Control may operate the
basic functions of 21 different types of TVs.
To enter the Manufacturer’s Code for your TV,
follow the instructions below.
There is no guarantee that the universal
remote control will function with your TV.
Setting the
Manufacturer’s Code
1
Press POWER and CH ' of TV
CONTROL simultaneously.
2
Enter the 2-digit Manufacturer’s
Code with the Number buttons
(Ex. 02-“0”, “2”) within 10
seconds after releasing POWER
and CH ' of TV CONTROL.
3
Point the remote control unit
towards the TV and then press
POWER of TV CONTROL.
• If the TV turns on/off, setup was
successful. If not, repeat the procedure using another code.
See the list below for the Manufacturer’s Code
and the buttons which work with each brand.
Buttons on the Remote
Brand
EMERSON
FISHER
FUNAI
GE
GOLDSTAR
HITACHI
JVC
MAGNAVOX
MITSUBISHI
PANASONIC
PIONEER
RCA
SAMSUNG
SANYO
SHARP
SONY
TECHNOL ACE
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
NOTE
• If the batteries in the remote control unit are
changed, the code settings must be reentered.
• Some brands have more than one code
listed above, due to changes in the codes.
In such cases, try another code to find the
code that operates your TV.
Code
07, 09
13, 21
07, 09
POWER
''
""
CH
VOL /
19
17
06
18
15
16
09
11
14
03
20
17
01
02
10
04
12
05
08
INPUT
'/
"
''
""
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
—
—
×
×
—
×
×
×
×
—
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
—
Setting the Remote
Control Code
• Two types of remote control codes operate
)
this Recorder: RC-1 and RC-2. If you
operate this Recorder by remote control
along with another SHARP DVD recorder or
DVD player placed next to it simultaneously, switching the remote control code
(both the Recorder and remote control) to
one of the signals (RC-1 or RC-2) will let
you operate only with this Recorder.
• Make sure to set the Recorder and remote
control to the same remote code. You can
not operate the Recorder if they are not set
to the same code.
Setting the Remote Control Code of the Remote
Example: Setting the code to “RC-2”.
1
Press and hold POWER and 2
together for more than 5 seconds.
2
Press POWER of this Recorder to
see if you can turn it on/off.
• If you cannot, go to step 3.
NOTE
• The remote control code of the remote
becomes “RC-1” when you change the
batteries.
Setting the Remote Control Code of the Recorder
3
Press POWER to turn off the
Recorder.
4
Press and hold CHANNEL" and
' on the Recorder together for
more than 5 seconds.
• Each time this operation is performed,
the code of the Recorder toggles
between “RC-1” and “RC-2”. The front
panel display changes as the code
changes.
• Press POWER on the remote control
to see if you can turn on/off the
Recorder.
If remote control does not
work
Press POWER on the remote control and
check the front panel display (RC-1 or RC-2).
Set the remote control code according to the
display and press POWER to see if you can
turn on/off the Recorder.
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Basic Connection
Easy Connection
The following connection is the basic connection to watch or record TV programs.
To use a cable box or satellite receiver, see “CATV or Satellite Receiver Connections” on pages 24 and 25.
Important!
•Be sure to turn off and unplug from the AC outlet this Recorder and all
equipment before connecting the cables.
•This Recorder is equipped with copy protection technology. The playback
picture from this Recorder will not appear correctly on your TV when you
connect this Recorder to your TV via a VCR (or your VCR via this Recorder)
using video/audio cables.
TV
To video/audio
input jacks
Video/audio
cable
(supplied)
4
To antenna
input jack
VCR
Coaxial cable
(commercially available)
3
To antenna
output jack
To video/audio
input jacks
Video/audio
cable
(commercially
available)
5
To video/audio
output jacks
1
Connect the TV antenna
cable to the IN FROM
ANTENNA jack on the rear
of this Recorder.
2
Connect the PASS
THROUGH jack on the rear
of this Recorder to the
antenna input jack on your
VCR using the supplied
coaxial cable.
NOTE
•If you connect this Recorder directly
to your TV, skip the next step.
3
Connect the antenna
output jack on your VCR to
antenna input jack on your
TV using a coaxial cable.
4
Connect the VIDEO/AUDIO
Output jacks on this Recorder to the video/audio
input jacks on your TV using
the supplied video/audio
cable.
Be sure that the colors of the
jacks and plugs match up when
connecting the cable.
NOTE
•To connect using S-video or
component cables, see “Using
Other Types of Video Output” on
page 23.
The Recorder
To antenna/CATV
wall outlet
Antenna cable
(commercially available)
Coaxial cable
2
(supplied)
To IN FROM
ANTENNA
To antenna
input jack
To PASS
THROUGH
1
To VIDEO/AUDIO
Output jacks
5
Connect the video/audio
output jacks on your VCR
to the video/audio input
jacks on your TV using a
video/audio cable.
Important!
•When using this connection, set
“PROGRESSIVE OUT” to
“PROGRESSIVE SCAN OFF” (see
page 102).
After the connection
Plug in the power cords of the TV and
VCR. Then go to “EZ Set Up” (see
page 26).
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Using Other Types of Video Output
In order to view clearer DVD images, it is recommended that you use a commercially available S-video or component video cable when connecting your TV to the
video output.
Basic Connection
TV
The Recorder
TV
To S-video
input jack
To component
input jacks
S-video cable
(commercially
available)
To S-VIDEO
Output jack
Connecting Using
an S-VIDEO Output
Connect the S-VIDEO Output
jack on this Recorder to the Svideo input jack on your TV
using an S-video cable (commercially available).
Important!
•When using this connection, set
“PROGRESSIVE OUT” to
“PROGRESSIVE SCAN OFF” (see
page 102).
After the connection
Plug in the power cord of the TV. Then
go to “EZ Set Up” (see page 26).
Connecting Using
the COMPONENT
Video Output
Connect the COMPONENT OUT
jacks on this Recorder to the
component input jacks on your
TV using a component video
cable (commercially available).
The Recorder
Component
video cable
(commercially
available)
To COMPONENT
Video Output jacks
Important!
• When using this connection:
If your TV is compatible with
progressive-scan component
video, set “PROGRESSIVE OUT” to
“PROGRESSIVE SCAN ON” (see
page 102).
If not, set it to “PROGRESSIVE
SCAN OFF”.
After the connection
Plug in the power cord of the TV. Then
go to “EZ Set Up” (see page 26).
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CATV or Satellite Receiver Connections
1
Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver (1)
The following connection is the connection to a cable box or satellite receiver
when receiving only a few scrambled channels. When many or all the channels
are scrambled, see the connection on page 25.
Using this connection, you can:
•Record unscrambled CATV signals by selecting them on this Recorder.
•Record scrambled CATV signals by selecting them on the cable box or satellite
receiver and selecting the input used on the Recorder.
•Record a channel while you watch another.
•Record using the “AV AUTO REC” function (see page 55) when LINE IN 1 is
used for cable box/satellite receiver connection.
TV
To video/audio
input jacks
Video/audio
cable
(supplied)
2
To antenna
input jack
Coaxial cable
(commercially available)
1
To video/audio
output jacks
Video/audio cable
(commercially available)
Coaxial cable
13
(supplied)
To antenna
output jack
To antenna
input jack
To PASS
THROUGH
Cable box/
Satellite receiver
The Recorder
Connect the TV antenna/
CATV cable and coaxial
cables as shown on the
left.
You can watch TV channels.
2
Connect the VIDEO/AUDIO
Output jacks on this
Recorder to the video/
audio input jacks on your
TV using the supplied
video/audio cable.
You can watch video played back
on the Recorder.
3
Connect the IN 1 (AUTO
REC) VIDEO/AUDIO jacks
on this Recorder to the
video/audio output jacks
on your cable box or
satellite receiver using a
video/audio cable.
You can record scrambled CATV
channels when using a cable box
or satellite receiver for decoding.
NOTE
•These are standard video connections. You can use S-video or
component connections if they are
available.
Important!
•Connect this Recorder directly to
your TV and not via the cable box,
satellite receiver, or a VCR.
•When using this connection, set
“PROGRESSIVE OUT” to
“PROGRESSIVE SCAN OFF” (see
page 102).
After the connection
Plug in the power cords of the TV and
cable box/satellite receiver. Then go to
“EZ Set Up” (see page 26).
To antenna/CATV
wall outlet
24
To IN 1 (AUTO REC)
VIDEO/AUDIO jacks
Antenna cable
(commercially available)
To VIDEO/AUDIO
Output jacks
To IN FROM
ANTENNA
1
CATV or Satellite Receiver Connections
Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver (2)
The following connection is the connection to a cable box or satellite receiver
when many or all the channels received are scrambled.
Using this connection, you can:
•Record any CATV signals by selecting them on the cable box or satellite
receiver.
•Record using the “AV AUTO REC” function (see page 55) when LINE IN 1 is
used for cable box/satellite receiver connection.
NOTE
•With this connection, you cannot record a channel while you watch another.
TV
To video/audio
input jacks
Video/audio
To antenna
input jack
Coaxial cable
(commercially available)
To PASS
THROUGH
To IN 1 (AUTO REC)
VIDEO/AUDIO jacks
Video/audio cable
(commercially available)
1
To VIDEO/AUDIO
Output jacks
The Recorder
To IN FROM
ANTENNA
Coaxial cable
(supplied)
3
1
cable
(supplied)
2
1
Connect the TV antenna/
CATV cable and coaxial
cables as shown on the
left.
You can watch TV channels.
2
Connect the VIDEO/AUDIO
Output jacks on this
Recorder to the video/
audio input jacks on your
TV using the supplied
video/audio cable.
You can watch video played back
on the Recorder.
3
Connect the IN 1 (AUTO
REC) VIDEO/AUDIO jacks
on this Recorder to the
video/audio output jacks
on your cable box or
satellite receiver using a
video/audio cable.
You can record scrambled CATV
channels.
NOTE
•These are standard video connections. You can use S-video or
component connections if they are
available.
Important!
•Connect this Recorder directly to
your TV and not via the cable box,
satellite receiver, or a VCR.
•When using this connection, set
“PROGRESSIVE OUT” to
“PROGRESSIVE SCAN OFF” (see
page 102).
After the connection
Plug in the power cords of the TV and
cable box/satellite receiver. Then go to
“EZ Set Up” (see page 26).
To video/audio
output jacks
To antenna/CATV
wall outlet
Antenna cable
(commercially available)
To antenna
output jack
Cable box/
Satellite
receiver
To antenna
input jack
1
25
EZ Set Up
Important! (Caution during EZ Set Up):
• Do not press POWER on the Recorder or remote control.
The EZ Set Up function automatically sets the tuner channels and clock when the
antenna cable is connected to the rear of the Recorder and the power plug is
then connected to an AC outlet.
Important!
When using a cable box:
• See “CATV or Satellite Receiver Connections” on pages 24 and 25.
• Leave power on the cable box turned on and select a channel that carries EDS signals.
1
Make sure that the antenna cable is connected. For connection configuration, refer to “Basic
POWER
Connection” on page 22.
2
Connect the power plug of the Recorder to an AC outlet.
3
The tuner channels and clock will automatically be set.
• This Recorder can monitor and use time-signals (EDS signals), which are provided by some TV stations, to automatically adjust the clock. This Recorder automatically searches EDS signals, but if you are in a hurry to use timer
recording or know the channel of the EDS signal carrier in your area, follow the procedure in “Auto Clock Setting”
(page 30) or “Manual Clock Setting” (page 31).
During Auto Channel Setting During Auto Clock Setting EZ Set Up complete
• Channel number is increasing.
NOTE
• If power is supplied to the Recorder before the cable is connected, EZ Set Up will not be able to preset the channels into
memory. If this occurs, press RESET inside the front door of the Recorder (see page 18). The EZ Set Up function will work
again.
• If the power is turned on during EZ Set Up, Auto Channel Setting will be interrupted and the tuner channels will not be
preset.
• Auto Clock Setting may take several minutes.
• If Auto Clock Setting is not completed within 30 minutes, there may be no channels with EDS signals. In this case, set the
clock manually. (See “Manual Clock Setting” on page 31.)
• If the antenna signal is weak, the Auto Clock Setting function may not operate.
• During initial channel setting, the channels are set into the AIR channel setting. To watch CATV channels, select “CATV” on
the “CHANNEL PRESET” screen. (See “Channel Setting” on page 32.)
Turning the Power On
After finishing EZ Set Up, press POWER on the
remote control or Recorder to turn on the power
of Recorder.
• When you turn on power, the HDD button and DVD button
on the front of Recorder will blink. If either the HDD or
DVD button is blinking, system processing is in progress,
so wait until the button lights up.
•
When the Recorder power is turned on for the first time after
purchase, following EZ Set Up, the OSD LANGUAGE Select
screen is displayed and the Connection Guide function will
then operate.
and 28.
Select screen will not appear after EZ Set Up.
To Turn the Power Off
Press POWER on the remote control or Recorder
to turn off power.
• The HDD or DVD button on the front of Recorder will go
out, and the STANDBY indicator will light up.
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Follow the procedure shown on pages 27
From the second time on, the OSD LANGUAGE
• If you press POWER again immediately after turning off,
the Recorder may not turn on. If this happens, wait a
while and then turn on power again.
About the Power Supply
• Do not unplug the power cord immediately after you
plug it into the AC outlet (less than about 15 seconds
after plugging in). In very rare cases, this may cause
the memory to revert to its initial state, and all timer
programs will be erased. If this happens, EZ Set Up
will be performed automatically. If you pull out the
power plug while power is on, it will take a while for the
hard disc to get ready when you turn on power the
next time. During this time you can only view live
broadcasts.
• If you turn on power in a low-temperature environment,
only live broadcast viewing is possible until the hard
disc (HDD) reaches its operating temperature.
Connection Guide
Before using the Recorder, use the
Connection Guide function for easy initial
settings regarding TV connection, on-screen
language, etc.
Preparation
•Turn on the power of TV.
•Switch TV input to the AV input used to
connect to the Recorder.
1
Press and hold CONNECTION
GUIDE for more than 2 seconds.
Selecting the On-screen
Display Language
2
Press ' / " to select the language you want to use.
OSD LANGUAGE
SELECT OSD LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
NOTE
•You can change On-Screen Display
Language afterward using the Connection
Guide function.
3
Press SET/ENTER.
•The “START TV SET UP” screen with
“OK” button is displayed.
CONNECTION GUIDE
START TV SET UP.
SETUP CAN BE CHANGED AFTERWARD.
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Selecting the TV Terminal
5
Press ' / " to select the type of
video input terminal on the
connected TV.
CONNECTION GUIDE
SELECT TV TERMINAL
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR)
6
Press SET/ENTER.
•The “SELECT TV MODE” screen is
displayed.
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Selecting the TV Screen
Aspect Ratio
7
Press ' / " to select the screen
aspect ratio of the connected TV.
CONNECTION GUIDE
SELECT TV MODE
WIDE 16:9
NORMAL 4:3
8
Press SET/ENTER.
•The “ADVANCED SETTINGS”
Confirmation screen is displayed.
9
Press \ / | to select “YES” or
“NO”, then press SET/ENTER.
CONNECTION GUIDE
ADVANCED SETTINGS
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OK
4
Press SET/ENTER.
•The “SELECT TV TERMINAL” Select
screen is displayed.
NOTE
•Press RETURN to go back to the preced-
ing screen during the setting procedure.
YES NO
• When “YES” is selected
The “ADVANCED SETTINGS” screen
is displayed. Proceed to step 10.
• When “NO” is selected
The “INITIAL SETTING COMPLETE”
screen with “OK” button is displayed.
Proceed to step 17.
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Connection Guide
Advanced Setting
10
11
12
Press ' / " to select “PROGRESSIVE OUT”, then press
SET/ENTER.
CONNECTION GUIDE
IMAGE/SOUND SET LIST/ADV SET
TV MODE NORMAL (4:3)
PROGRESSIVE OUT
DD OUTPUT LEVEL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
[]
[
OFF
[
NO
[
Dolby Digital
•The “SETS PROGRESSIVE SCAN
OUTPUT” screen is displayed.
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SET
]
SET
]
SET
]
SET
Press \ / | to select “PROGRESSIVE SCAN ON” or “PROGRESSIVE SCAN OFF”, then press
SET/ENTER.
CONNECTION GUIDE
SETS PROGRESSIVE SCAN OUTPUT
YOU CAN ENJOY CLEAR IMAGES WHEN PROGRESSIVE
TV IS PLAYED BACK VIA COMPONENT TERMINAL.
PROGRESSIVE SCAN ON
PROGRESSIVE SCAN OFF
•The display returns to the “IMAGE/
SOUND SET LIST/ADV SET” screen.
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Press ' / " to select “DD
OUTPUT LEVEL”, then press
SET/ENTER.
CONNECTION GUIDE
IMAGE/SOUND SET LIST/ADV SET
TV MODE NORMAL (4:3)
PROGRESSIVE OUT
DD OUTPUT LEVEL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
[]
[
OFF
[
NO
[
Dolby Digital
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SET
]
SET
]
SET
]
SET
14
Press ' / " to select “DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT”, then press SET/
ENTER.
CONNECTION GUIDE
IMAGE/SOUND SET LIST/ADV SET
TV MODE NORMAL (4:3)
PROGRESSIVE OUT
DD OUTPUT LEVEL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
[]
[
OFF
[
NO
[
Dolby Digital
•The “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” screen is
displayed.
15
Press ' / " to select “PCM” or
“Dolby Digital”, then press SET/
ENTER.
CONNECTION GUIDE
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
PCM
Dolby Digital
CAN CONNECT TO NORMAL AUDIO
DEVICE (2CH).
SURROUND EFFECT BY CONNECTING
TO Dolby Digital COMPATIBLE
AUDIO DEVICE.
•The display returns to the “IMAGE/
SOUND SET LIST/ADV SET” screen.
16
Press ' / " to select “ADVANCED SET COMPLETE”, then
press SET/ENTER.
CONNECTION GUIDE
IMAGE/SOUND SET LIST/ADV SET
TV MODE NORMAL (4:3)
PROGRESSIVE OUT
DD OUTPUT LEVEL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
[]
[
OFF
[
NO
[
Dolby Digital
ADVANCED SET COMPLETE
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SET
]
SET
]
SET
]
SET
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SET
]
SET
]
SET
]
SET
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•The “DOLBY DIGITAL OUTPUT
LEVEL SETTING” screen is displayed.
13
Press \ / | to select “NO” or
“YES”, then press SET/ENTER.
CONNECTION GUIDE
Dolby Digital OUTPUT LEVEL SETTING
ADJUST AUDIO RANGE WHEN HARD TO HEAR DIALOG OF
Dolby Digital AUDIO PLAYBACK?
NO YES
•The display returns to the “IMAGE/
SOUND SET LIST/ADV SET” screen.
•The “INITIAL SETTING COMPLETE”
screen with “OK” button is displayed.
•For details of Function Setting, see
p.102 and 103.
NOTE
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•Press RETURN to go back to the preced-
ing screen during the setting procedure.
Completing the Initial
Setting
17
Press SET/ENTER to end the
initial setting procedure.
INITIAL SETTING COMPLETE
OK
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About START MENU
About START MENU
With this Recorder, you can call up functions
like Playback, Edit and Other Settings from
the START MENU.
For details on operation procedures, see the
page explaining each option.
1
START MENU[REC LIST
REC LIST
DISPLAYS LIST OF RECORDED TITLES FOR PLAYBACK
4
7
1 REC LIST
Playing back with REC LIST… page 65
Calling up various functions… page 65
2 EDIT/ERASE
Editing with the Original Title List/
Play List… page 81
Erasing all recorded titles… page 87
Erasing selected titles… page 87
Protecting titles from erasure… page 86
3 DUBBING
High speed dubbing… page 59
Rate conversion dubbing… page 59
4 TIMER PROGRAM/CHECK
Programming with Easy Recording
Guide… page 43
Timer recording with VCR Plus+®… page 45
Timer recording by designating date and
time… page 47
Timer recording favorite programs… page 49
Checking/Changing timer settings… page 54
5 INITIALIZE/FINALIZE
DVD/HDD initialization… page 106
DVD finalization… page 106
6 OTHER SETTINGS
Recording function setting… page 98
Viewing/Play setting… page 100
Adjustment… page 102
7 INFORMATION… page 38
TIMER
PROGRAM/
CHECK
INFORMATION
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]
EDIT/
ERASE
INITIALIZE/
FINALIZE
DUBBING
OTHER
SETTINGS
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Basic START MENU
Operation
1
Press START MENU to display
the START MENU.
START MENU[REC LIST
DISPLAYS LIST OF RECORDED TITLES FOR PLAYBACK
5
6
2
Press ' / " / \/| to select an
option.
Example: When “OTHER SETTINGS” is
selected
START MENU[OTHER SETTINGS
3
Press SET/ENTER to enter the
selected option.
• The screen for the selected option will
appear.
• Operate using
ENTER.
OTHER SETTINGS[REC. FUNCTION
REC. FUNCTION VIEW/PLAY SETTING ADJUSTMENT
AUTO CHAPTER
EXACT RECORDING
REC. AUDIO FORMAT
EXTERNAL AUDIO
DUAL MONO REC. SET
MANUAL REC. MODE
SAP SETTING
4
Press START MENU or EXIT to
quit the START MENU.
• The “START MENU” screen will close,
and the screen will return to normal.
NOTE
• If you perform no operation, the “START
MENU” screen will disappear after about 1
minute.
• This operation will not work at the
following times:
During playback, during Time Shift
Viewing, during display of the REC LIST,
and at the erase screen.
• If you make a mistake in operation and
want to start over, press RETURN to go
back to the preceding screen.
]
REC LIST
TIMER
PROGRAM/
CHECK
REC LIST
TIMER
PROGRAM/
CHECK
INITIALIZE/
]
INITIALIZE/
DISPLAYS SET ITEMS BEFORE REC/PLAYBACK
''
' /
''
]
EDIT/
ERASE
FINALIZE
EDIT/
ERASE
FINALIZE
""
" /
""
DUBBING
SETTINGS
DUBBING
SETTINGS
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\ /
| and SET/
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OTHER
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OTHER
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Clock Setting
Auto Clock Setting
(If you know a channel that carries EDS
signals)
Important!
When using a cable box:
• See “CATV or Satellite Receiver Connections” on pages 24 and 25.
• Leave power on the cable box turned on
and select a channel that carries EDS
signals.
1
Press START MENU to display
the START MENU screen.
START MENU[REC LIST
DISPLAYS LIST OF RECORDED TITLES FOR PLAYBACK
2
Press ' / " / \/| to select
“OTHER SETTINGS”, then press
SET/ENTER.
3
Press \ / | to select “ADJUSTMENT”.
OTHER SETTINGS[ADJUSTMENT
REC. FUNCTION VIEW/PLAY SETTING ADJUSTMENT
4
Press ' / " to select “CLOCK
SETTING”, then press SET/
ENTER.
5
Press ' / " to select “AUTO
SETTING”, then press SET/
ENTER.
OTHER SETTINGS[CLOCK SETTING]
AUTO SETTING
MANUAL SETTING
6
Press ' / " to set EDS CH SET
mode to “MANUAL”.
• If you do not know which channel
carries EDS signals, then select
“AUTO”.
7
Press \ / | to select a channel
that carries EDS signals.
• The number of channels that can be
selected depends on the mode
setting on the “CHANNEL PRESET”
screen. See NOTE.
When using a cable box:
• Input the output channel (02, 03, or
04) of the cable box.
]
REC LIST
TIMER
PROGRAM/
CHECK
ADJUST CLOCK USING EDS BROADCAST
SIGNAL.
SELECT THE EDS CH SETTING METHOD
EDS CH SET
INITIALIZE/
]
EDIT/
ERASE
FINALIZE
DUBBING
OTHER
SETTINGS
CLOCK SETTING
VIDEO/AUDIO SETTING
CHANNEL PRESET
OPTION SETTING
AUTO
8
Press
SET/ENTER
to select “TIME
ZONE”.
9
Press
\ / |
to select the desired
time zone.
• If you want the Recorder to use the
time zone from which broadcasts with
EDS signals are received, choose
“AUTO”. If broadcasts with EDS
signals are received from a different
time zone than the one in which you
live, be sure to select your time zone.
OTHER SETTINGS[CLOCK SETTING]
AUTO SETTING
MANUAL SETTING
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10
Press SET/ENTER, then EXIT.
11
Press POWER to turn off the
ADJUST CLOCK USING EDS BROADCAST
SIGNAL.
SELECT THE EDS CH SETTING METHOD
EDS CH SET
SET THE TIME ZONE
TIME ZONE
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AUTO
13MANUAL
ATLANTIC
Recorder.
• The Auto Clock Setting function will
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automatically set the clock.
NOTE
• If the EDS CH SET mode is set to
“MANUAL” in step 6 and a channel that
does not carry EDS signals is selected in
step7, the Auto Clock Setting function will
not operate.
• In step 7, the number of selectable
channels depends on the mode setting on
the “CHANNEL PRESET” screen. See the
table below.
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AIR/CATV Selectable channels
AIR
CATV
• As you press
02 03 04 68 69 02
01 02 03 124 125 01
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\ /
| in step 9, the TIME
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ZONE choices change as follows.
ATLANTICAUTO EASTERN CENTRAL
ALASKA
• If you press RETURN, START MENU or
EXIT before pressing SET/ENTER in step
10
, the data will not be stored.
PACIFIC MOUNTAINHAWAII
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