Sharp DV-HR350H User Manual

Editing a Play List (HDD/DVD)

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1 Press ' / " to select “COPY

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TITLE/CHAPTER”.

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2 Press SET/ENTER.

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• “REC LIST” (Thumbnail) screen of the
original appears.

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1 Press ' / " / \ / | to select title

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to copy.

EDIT

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• To select a chapter, press Red (B)
(CHAPTER).

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2 Press SET/ENTER.

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• The selected title (chapter) becomes
a Play List title.

Creating from Part of an
Original

You can select a desired scene from an
original title, and make it into a Play List title.

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Perform steps 1-4 of “Creating
from Original Titles” in the left
column.

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1 Press ' / " to select “COPY

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SPECIFIED SCENE”.

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2 Press SET/ENTER.

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3

Press ' / " / \ / | to select title to
copy, then press SET/ENTER.

• To select from a chapter, press Red
(B) (CHAPTER) and select the

chapter.

4

Press |PLAY to start playback.

• Find the scene to copy using

FSTILL/PAUSE, JFWD, GREW,
K, L, or SLOW.

5

Press SET/ENTER at the place
where you want to start copying.

EDIT

(HDD ORIGINAL)

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SPECIFY A RANGE
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Creating a Play List

DVD-RW

HDD

VR MODE

You can create a Play List by copying a title
or chapter units from an original. Also you can
select your favorite scenes from originals, and
compile them into a Play List.

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NOTE

• Operations like “COPY TITLE/CHAPTER”
and “COPY SPECIFIED SCENE” do not
actually copy the original titles. These
operations merely write the information
“make this original title a title in the play
list”. Therefore, you can edit without
decreasing free space in the disc or
touching the original titles.

• When creating a play list from original titles,
the original title’s thumbnail and chapter
mark information are not copied.

• You cannot create a play list of “Copy
Once” titles (programme) recorded on
HDD.

Before Starting Editing

• Switch to the drive (HDD or DVD) to
be edited.

Creating from Original
Titles

Makes a single original title into a play list
title.

1

Select “EDIT/ERASE” in “START
MENU” screen, then press SET/

ENTER.

2

Press ' / " to select “EDIT”, then
press SET/ENTER.

3

Press ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST to
the “PLAY LIST” screen.

• The screen switches to the Play List
Edit Screen.

• There still is no title at this point, so a
“NEW” title frame with no image is
displayed.

• To create a new Play List later, select
the “NEW” title frame.

EDIT

(HDD PLAYLIST)

SELECT EDIT OR CREATE PLAYLIST

NEW

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Press SET/ENTER.

(HDD PLAYLIST)

EDIT

SPECIFY THE RANGE TO SET PLAYLIST
FROM THE ORIGINAL THEN CREATE PLAYLIST.

SELECT ORIGINAL TITLE/CHAPTER AND ADD IT.

SELECT A SCENE FROM ORIGINAL VIDEO
AND ADD IT.

COPY SPECIFIED SCENE

SELECT ENTER PREVIOUS

COPY TITLE/CHAPTER

ENTER

ENTER

SET END POINT

• If you fast reverse to a scene prior to
the start point, the start point will be

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cancelled.

• When the start point is set to near the
beginning of a chapter, the beginning
of the chapter will be selected as the
start point. To make the original
designated start point effective, set it
again after combining up with the
chapter just before. (page 75)

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Editing a Play List (HDD/DVD)

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Find the place where you want to
end copying, then press SET/
ENTER.

• If you press RETURN, you can
reselect the start point.

EDIT

(HDD ORIGINAL)

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CREATE NEW

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• When the end point is set to near the
end of a chapter, the end of the
chapter will be selected as the end
point. To make the original
designated end point effective, set it
again after linking up with the chapter
just before. (page 75)

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Press Red (B) (CONFIRMING) to
confirm the content.
Press Yellow (D) (CREATE) to
execute copy.
Go to step

• You can reselect the end point by
pressing RETURN.

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1 Press \ / | to select “YES”.

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2 Press SET/ENTER.

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SELECT ENTER RETURN

• One play list title is created.

NOTE

Selecting start or end point to add a scene.

• You cannot set a range shorter than 3
seconds.

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SAVE AS A NEW PLAYLIST?

YES NO

ENTER

CONFIRM CONTENT?

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Adding a Scene from an
Original to a Play List
(ADD SCENE)

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DVD-RW

HDD

VR MODE

Adds video selected from an original to the
end of play list titles.

NOTE

• The selected scene cannot be added if
adding it will make the title longer than 12
hours.

• Scenes can be added as long as the
length of the title after adding is less than
the maximum of 12 hours.

Before Starting Editing

• Switch to the drive (HDD or DVD) to
be edited.

1

Select “EDIT/ERASE” in “START
MENU” screen, then press SET/

ENTER.

2

Press ' / " to select “EDIT”,
then press SET/ENTER.

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1 Press ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST

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to switch to “PLAY LIST”
screen.

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2 Press ' / " / \ / | to select title

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to edit.

EDIT

(HDD PLAYLIST)

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MENU).

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Press ' / " to select “ADD
SCENE” then press SET/

ENTER.

EDIT

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ERASE SCENE
CHANGE TITLE NAME
CHANGE THUMBNAIL
DIVIDE CHAPTER

ADD SCENE

MOVE TITLE

SELECT ENTER RETURN

ADD CHAPTER/TITLE

SELECT ORIGINAL TITLE/CHAPTER AND ADD IT

SPECIFY SCENE TO ADD

SELECT A SCENE FROM ORIGINAL VIDEO AND
ADD IT

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Editing a Play List (HDD/DVD)

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Adding a Title or Chap­ter

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1 Select “ADD CHAPTER/TITLE”,

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then press SET/ENTER.

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2 Select a title (chapter) at the

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title (chapter) list, then press

SET/ENTER. Go to step

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Specifying and Adding a

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Scene

• Select “SPECIFY SCENE TO
ADD”, then press SET/ENTER.
Go to step

EDIT

(HDD PLAYLIST)

ERASE SCENE
CHANGE TITLE NAME
CHANGE THUMBNAIL
DIVIDE CHAPTER

ADD SCENE

MOVE TITLE

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Press ' / " / \ / | to select title
(chapter) to edit, then press SET/
ENTER.

• The selected title (chapter) pauses.

(HDD ORIGINAL)

EDIT

ERASE SCENE
CHANGE TITLE NAME
CHANGE THUMBNAIL
DIVIDE CHAPTER

ADD SCENE

MOVE TITLE

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ADD CHAPTER/TITLE

SELECT ORIGINAL TITLE/CHAPTER AND ADD IT

SPECIFY SCENE TO ADD

SELECT A SCENE FROM ORIGINAL VIDEO AND
ADD IT

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SPECIFY RANGE
TO ADD.

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• When the start point is set to near the
beginning of a chapter, the beginning
of the chapter will be selected as the
start point. To make the original
designated start point effective, set it
again after combining up with the
chapter just before. (page 75)

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Press SET/ENTER at the end of
the scene you want to add.

• Press RETURN to reselect the start
point of the scene. You can press
RETURN to reselect the end point
even after it is already set.

ERASE SCENE
CHANGE TITLE NAME
CHANGE THUMBNAIL
DIVIDE CHAPTER

ADD SCENE

MOVE TITLE

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RETURN

CONFIRMING ADD

• When the end point is set to near the
end of a chapter, the end of the
chapter will be selected as the end
point. To make the original
designated end point effective, set it
again after combining up with the
chapter just before. (page 75)

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Press Red (B) (CONFIRMING) to
confirm the content.
Press Yellow (D) (ADD) to add.

• If you press Red (B) (CONFIRMING),
you can test play the added scene,
from the start point to the end point. It
may take about one minute for the

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CONFIRM CONTENT?

confirm screen to appear.

PLAY

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1 Press |PLAY to start playback.

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ENTER

SET START POINTPLAYBACK

• Find the scene to add using FSTILL/
PAUSE, JFWD, GREV, K,

L, or SLOW.

EDIT

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SPECIFY RANGE
TO ADD.

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• Press Yellow (D) (ADD) to add.

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1 Press \/ | to select “YES”.

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2 Press SET/ENTER.

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• The scene is added after the selected
title, and stored as a new title of the
play list.

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Press EXIT to exit from EDIT
mode.

• A chapter mark is automatically set at
the start point where the scene is
added.

NOTE

• When adding a scene, select a scene

PLAY

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2 Press SET/ENTER at the start

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ENTER

SET START POINTPLAYBACK

point of the scene you want to
add.

ERASE SCENE
CHANGE TITLE NAME
CHANGE THUMBNAIL
DIVIDE CHAPTER

ADD SCENE

MOVE TITLE

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SPECIFY RANGE
TO ADD.

which continues for at least 3 seconds.
Scenes shorter than 3 seconds cannot be
added.

• Scenes can only be added and erased a
maximum of 50 times per title.

• If you press G REV or Kand reverse
beyond the start point after setting a start
point, the start point will cancel.

• If scenes have been added or erased 51 or
more times to a single title in a disc using
another DVD recorder, Editing (Recording)

ENTER

SET END POINT

may not function.

• If you fast reverse to a scene prior to
the start point, the start point will be
cancelled.

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Editing a Play List (HDD/DVD)

Changing the Title
Sequence (MOVE TITLE)

DVD-RW

HDD

VR MODE

Freely changes the sequence of titles.

EDIT

(HDD PLAYLIST)

SELECT EDIT OR CREATE PLAYLIST

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VIDEO Plus

TITLE LIST CHAPTER EDIT MENU

Before Starting Editing

• Switch to the drive (HDD or DVD) to
be edited.

1

Select “EDIT/ERASE” in “START
MENU” screen, then press SET/

ENTER.

2

Press ' / " to select “EDIT”, then
press SET/ENTER.

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1 Press ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST

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to switch to “PLAY LIST”
screen.

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2 Press ' / " / \ / | to select title

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to edit.

EDIT

(HDD PLAYLIST)

TITLE LIST

1

NEW

ENTER

SELECT ENTER RETURN

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ENTER RETURN

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Press SET/ENTER.

• If a point prior to the selected title is
selected as the destination, the title
will move to the point immediately
prior to the selected title.

• Press Green (C) (UNDO) to restore to
the state before the movement.

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Operate according to the instructions
on the screen.

EDIT

(HDD PLAYLIST)

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SELECT

TITLE LIST

EDIT

(HDD PLAYLIST)

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Example: If Title 3 is selected and the
destination cursor is set to Title 1, Title 3
is moved to the spot in front of Title 1.

• If a point after the selected title is

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selected as the destination, the title
will move to the point immediately
after the selected title.

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MENU).

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Press '/" to select “MOVE
TITLE”, then press SET/ENTER.

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Press ' / " / \ / | to select the
thumbnail to move the title to.

EDIT

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thumbnail to move
the selected title to

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SELECT

TITLE LIST

EDIT

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RETURN

UNDO

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Example: If Title 3 is selected and the
destination cursor is set to Title 4, Title 3
is moved to the spot after Title 4.

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Press EXIT to exit from EDIT
mode.

Editing a Play List (HDD/DVD)

VIDEO Plus

Erasing Unnecessary
Scenes (ERASE SCENE)

DVD-RW

HDD

VR MODE

Selects and erases unnecessary scenes.
Even if you erase a scene in a play list, this
will not affect the original video.

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1

Select “EDIT” at the “EDIT/
ERASE” in START MENU, then
press SET/ENTER.

• The Thumbnail screen appears.

2

Press ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST to
display “PLAY LIST” (Thumbnail)
screen.

3

Erase the scene using the same
operation used for erasing an
original scene (step
step 11 on page 71).

Inputting/Changing
Title Name
(CHANGE TITLE NAME)

DVD-RW

HDD

VR MODE

You can input up to 64 characters.

1

Select “EDIT” at the “EDIT/
ERASE” in START MENU, then
press SET/ENTER.

• The Thumbnail screen appears.

2

Press ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST to
display “PLAY LIST” (Thumbnail)
screen.

3

Change or input the title name
using the same operation used for
changing or inputting an original
title (steps

4 -10

on page 72).

Changing Thumbnail
(CHANGE THUMBNAIL)

DVD-RW

HDD

VR MODE

Changes the image of title displayed in REC
LIST to a scene you like in the title.

1

Select “EDIT” at the “EDIT/
ERASE” in START MENU, then
press SET/ENTER.

• The Thumbnail screen appears.

2

Press ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST to
display “PLAY LIST” (Thumbnail)
screen.

3

Change the thumbnail using the
same operation used for changing
an original thumbnail (steps
on page 73).

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Making Sections in a Title
(DIVIDE CHAPTER)

DVD-RW

HDD

VR MODE

Divides a title into multiple chapters. This
makes editing and dubbing in chapter units
more convenient.

1

Select “EDIT” at the “EDIT/
ERASE” in START MENU, then
press SET/ENTER.

• The Thumbnail screen appears.

2

Press ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST to
display “PLAY LIST” (Thumbnail)
screen.

3

Divide a title into chapters using
the same operation used for
chapter division of originals
(steps

4 -9

on page 74).

Combining Chapters
Together
(COMBINE CHAPTERS)

DVD-RW

HDD

VR MODE

This lets you combine two adjacent chapters
into a single chapter.

1

Select “EDIT” at the “EDIT/
ERASE” in START MENU, then
press SET/ENTER.

• The Thumbnail screen appears.

2

Press ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST to
display “PLAY LIST” (Thumbnail)
screen.

3

Combine chapters using the same
operation used for chapter
combination of originals (steps

-8, left column on page 75).

NOTE

• You cannot combine chapters automati­cally recorded when a scene was erased,
or chapters recorded due to adding (with
ADD SCENE).

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Enjoying High Quality Sounds

Playing 2 Channel Audio with an
Analogue Connection

The Recorder

To AUDIO

(Red)

Audio equipment, etc.

Jack and Plug Colours

Audio Left: White
Audio Right: Red

NOTE

• When connecting audio equipment using analogue
connection, we recommend that you set “DD OUTPUT
LEVEL” to “NO” (see page 91).
If you set to “YES”, audio may sound abnormal during
disc playback.

Output jacks

(White)

Audio cable
(commercially available)

To amplifier
audio input jacks

(White)(Red)

Playing Dolby Digital,
DTS or MPEG Audio with a
Digital Connection

• Connecting an amplifier with a Dolby Digital/DTS/MPEG
Audio digital surround processor or a Dolby Digital/DTS/
MPEG Audio digital surround amplifier to the Recorder’s
coaxial or optical DIGITAL AUDIO Output jack (terminal)
provides richer, more powerful audio play.

• To enjoy DTS Digital Surround audio, select DTS audio at
the disc menu during DVD playback, or select DTS audio
using the AUDIO button (under the cover) of the remote
control.

■ Connection to a processor or amplifier with an optical
or coaxial digital input jack (terminal)

The Recorder

DIGITAL AUDIO Output
COAXIAL jack

To DIGITAL
AUDIO Output
COAXIAL jack

Coaxial digital cable

(commercially available)

To coaxial digital

input jack

To DIGITAL
AUDIO Output
OPTICAL terminal

Optical digital cable

or

(commercially available)

To optical digital
input terminal

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Dolby Digital/DTS/MPEG
Audio processor or amplifier

Important!

• When using this connection, set “DIGITAL AUDIO

OUTPUT” to “BIT STREAM” (see page 91).

NOTE

• To play a disc recorded with DTS, you need to use DTS
processor or amplifier.

• This connection is not possible if the processor or
amplifier to which you want to connect does not have an
optical or coaxial digital input jack (terminal).

• Refer to the operation manual for the processor or
amplifier for information about connecting to it.

Enjoying High Quality Sounds

Playing 2 Channel Audio with a
Digital Connection

The Recorder

DIGITAL AUDIO Output
COAXIAL jack

To DIGITAL
AUDIO Output
COAXIAL jack

Coaxial digital cable

(commercially available)

To coaxial digital

input jack

Audio equipment with an
optical or coaxial digital
input terminal

Important!

• When using this connection, set “DIGITAL AUDIO

OUTPUT” to “PCM” (see page 91).

To DIGITAL
AUDIO Output
OPTICAL terminal

Optical digital cable

or

(commercially available)

To optical digital
input terminal

Digital Connection to an MD Recorder or
Other Audio Equipment without a Dolby
Digital Decoder

Audio CD or Video CD

• You can enjoy these discs by playing them back by the
ordinary playback procedure. (The normal audio output
is not played back for discs recorded with DTS.)

DVD Video Disc

• There is no audio signal generated for DVD video discs
recorded with DTS. A processor or amplifier equipped
with a DTS Surround decoder function is required to enjoy
DTS audio.

Digital Connection to an MD Recorder to Record a CD

• When you are using a digital connection to record
the contents of a CD to an MD, the track numbers of
the CD may not match the track numbers recorded
to the MD.

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Recording from External Equipment

Recording from a Digital
Camcorder Using i.LINK

DVD-RW

HDD

VR MODE

• When this Recorder is connected with a DV-format
camcorder using a DV cable, you can record and edit
with minimal deterioration of picture and sound quality
using a digital signal.

• You can also display an operation panel for digital
camcorder control on the screen, and operate using the
buttons on the panel. This allows easy recording onto
disc. Record after first performing “DV SETTING” (page

93) at the START MENU.

* i.LINK is a function that lets you control other equipment

by input and output of video, audio, data and control
signals between equipment having an i.LINK terminal.

* i.LINK refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry specification

and extensions thereof. The
compliant with the i.LINK standard.

* i.LINK

NOTE

• The DV IN terminal of this Recorder only enables input of
DV-format camcorders (DVC-SD signals). It is not
compatible with satellite receivers or Digital VHS video
recorders since they employ a different format.

• To connect the Recorder with a digital camcorder, set
digital camcorder POWER to “PLAY (Video side)”, and
connect while in the stopped state. If the DV is connected
when POWER is set to “RECORD (Camera side)”, or
when tape has been played back, the DV link will not
work correctly.

• There are some digital camcorders which cannot be
operated using the On-Screen Control Panel of this
Recorder, even if you set “DV LINK” under “DV SETTING”
to “ON”. In cases like this, set “DV LINK” to “OFF”. (page

93)

• When this Recorder is connected to a camcorder
equipped with a DV terminal, the signal may not be input
to this Recorder depending on the camcorder. When this
happens, use an analogue connection (page 86).

• The DV IN terminal is not compatible with connection to a
PC.

• This Recorder cannot be controlled from other equipment
connected to the DV IN terminal.

• Only one camcorder can be connected to this Recorder
using the DV IN terminal.

• Connect this Recorder and the camcorder directly. The
DV signal will not be input if the camcorder is connected
to this Recorder through other equipment with a DV IN
terminal.

DVD-RW

is a trademark.

VIDEO MODE

DVD-R

logo is used for products

Input of Video, Audio and Data Signals

Æ Date and time data as well as the contents of cassette

memory cannot be recorded with this Recorder.

Æ Video and audio signals of protected material or

“Copy Once” material cannot be recorded.

Æ Monaural audio cannot be input through the DV IN

terminal.

Audio Mode

Digital camcorders typically have the following two audio
modes.

16-bit (48 kHz)

Although this yields high sound quality, only one stereo
audio signal can be processed.

12-bit (32 kHz)

Two stereo signals can be processed. In general,
overdubbed audio is recorded in Stereo 2.

Æ This Recorder allows listening or recording of either

Stereo 1 or Stereo 2 audio if the input audio is in the 12-bit
audio mode.

Æ This Recorder is unable to process 44.1 kHz input audio

signals.

Connecting a Digital Camcorder
Using the DV IN Terminal (i.LINK)

Refer to the user’s manual provided with the camcorder for
information on the procedure for connecting the camcorder
with this Recorder.

The Recorder

To DV IN terminal

Digital camcorder

DV cable
(commercially available)

Before connecting, set the power
switch of the digital camcorder to
“Video (Playback)” and stop the
camcorder.

To DV terminal

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Recording from External Equipment

Recording with This Recorder (DV
Capture)

1

Press HDD or DVD to select the media to
record to.

2

Select audio to be input from the digital
camcorder.

• Before starting recording, check setting of “DV

AUDIO INPUT” using “DV SETTING” (page 93).

3

Press INPUT to select “DV”.

• The setting will cycle as follows each time you press
the button.

L1 (IN 1)

TV channels DV (DV IN)

4

Perform digital camcorder playback.

• Press

• If you press EXIT on the remote control, the On-

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Press ●REC when you reach the scene you

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the On-screen Control Panel, then press SET/
ENTER to operate.

When “DV LINK” is set to “ON”

DV LINK (ENABLES CONTROL OF DV CAMCORDER)

PLAYBACK

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Select
start playback, then press SET/ENTER.

screen Control Panel will disappear. To display it
again, press ON SCREEN (under the cover).

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SELECT ENTER

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want to start recording.

• The Recorder will start recording.

6

Press REC PAUSE when you want to pause
recording.

• Press REC PAUSE again to cancel pause.

7

Press REC STOP when you want to stop
(end) recording.

NOTE

• Material protected with a copy guard cannot be recorded.

• Date and time data as well as the contents of cassette
memory cannot be recorded.

• There are some digital camcorders which cannot be
operated using the On-screen Control Panel, even when
“DV LINK” is set to “ON”. In such cases, set it to “OFF”.
(See page 93.)

PLAYBACK

ENTER

L2 (IN 2)

EXIT

EXIT

L3 (IN 3)

Important!
Abnormal images may be recorded or the Recorder
enters the Pause mode when any of the following
occur during DV capture.

• When the connected equipment plays back a portion

where nothing is recorded or video containing a copy
guard signal.

• When the DV cable is disconnected or the camcorder

power is turned off during DV capture.

• When playback from the camcorder is stopped.

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Recording from External Equipment

Recording from a Camcorder
(VCR) Using an Analogue
Connection

DVD-RW

HDD

VR MODE

Material from a camcorder can be recorded with this
Recorder using an analog connection. You can capture
video by connecting a camcorder or VCR to the LINE IN 1,
2 or 3 jacks of this Recorder.

NOTE

• More vivid images can be viewed by connecting the S­VIDEO input jack on this Recorder with the S-video output
jack on the camcorder using an S-video cable.

• Some camcorders may be required to be connected
using a special cable.

• Refer to the operation manual provided with the
camcorder for further information on the procedure for
connecting the camcorder.

• Material protected with a copy guard cannot be re­corded. It may be impossible to get the correct video,
even if you just view without recording.

• Date and time as well as the contents of cassette memory
cannot be recorded with this Recorder.

• If you input video from an external device to this Re­corder, there will be a slight difference in image quality
between the video viewed from the external device
directly on the TV, and video viewed as external input to
the Recorder.

Example:

To record by connecting a camcorder to the LINE IN 3
jacks.

DVD-RW

VIDEO MODE

The Recorder

DVD-R

1

2

3

4
5

6

7

Press HDD or DVD to select the media to
record to.

Select audio to be input from the external
device.

To record to HDD

• Switch audio of the external device to the audio you
want to capture.

To record to DVD

• Select audio using “EXTERNAL AUDIO” (page 87).

• Select “L CH” or “R CH” with “VIDEO MODE
AUDIO” (page 87) to record in Video mode.

Press INPUT to set the connection to exter­nal input channel (example: L3).

• The setting will cycle as follows each time you press
the button.

L1 (IN 1)

TV channels DV (DV IN)

L2 (IN 2)

L3 (IN 3)

Play back the camcorder or VCR.

Press ●REC when you reach the scene you
want to start recording.

• The Recorder starts recording.

Press REC PAUSE when you want to pause
recording.

• Press REC PAUSE again to cancel Pause mode.

Press REC STOP when you want to stop
(end) recording.

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To S-VIDEO

Input jack

S-video cable

(commercially

available)

To S-video
output jack

To VIDEO/AUDIO

Input jacks

Video/audio cable
(provided with camcorder or
commercially available)

To video/audio

output jack

Camcorder

Function Setting

Functions under OTHER SETTINGS 1

This section explains various settings relating to recording and playback which can be used to get more out of the Recorder.

• For details about each setting, see the corresponding pages.

REC. FUNCTION s page 87
VIEW/PLAY SETTING s page 89
ADJUSTMENT s page 91

REC. FUNCTION

AUTO CHAPTER

• This sets the interval of automatic chapter setting during recording.

• Chapter marks set on a DVD-RW/R in Video mode cannot be combined by editing, so
select an appropriate interval.

EXACT RECORDING

• This function works when timer recording (VIDEO Plus+/Timer Programme) onto DVD­RW/R. If disc capacity runs low, and the programme cannot be recorded to the end,
this function will automatically change the recording mode so the programme will fit.
(The recording mode set in above situation will have lower picture quality than the
originally set recording mode.)

• If there is very little disc capacity left on the disc, the programme may not fit even if
Exact Recording is set.

• When recording in EP or MN1 mode, there is no lower recording mode, so Exact
Recording will not work.

10 (10 min interval)
15 (15 min interval)
30 (30 min interval)

- - (off)

YES
NO

REC. AUDIO FORMAT

• PCM: If you record by setting the recording mode to “FINE” or “MN32”, you can record
audio as PCM (uncompressed) audio which can be played back with 2ch audio
equipment.
* This will not work when recording with the recording mode set to anything other than

“FINE” or “MN32”.

* Recording is done with a recording mode whose image quality is slightly lower than

FINE mode recorded with the “MPEG” setting.

• When making a PCM recording of bilingual sound, only the audio selected in “VIDEO
MODE AUDIO” is recorded.

• MPEG: Records audio as MPEG audio.

EXTERNAL AUDIO

• This selects audio to be input from an external device.
* Be sure to always select “BILINGUAL” when recording bilingual sound. If you select

“STEREO” when recording, the audio for the left channel (“L CH”) and right channel
(“R CH”) will be heard together during playback.

* When recording bilingual sound, you can switch between the left channel (“L CH”)

and right channel (“R CH”) during playback in VR mode. In Video mode, only the
audio set in “VIDEO MODE AUDIO” is recorded.

VIDEO MODE AUDIO

• This selects whether to record the left channel (“L CH”) or right channel (“R CH”) when
recording (or dubbing) bilingual sound to DVD-RW/R in Video mode.
* This does not apply when recording from the DV IN terminal.

MANUAL REC. MODE

• If you set by selecting one of the 32 picture quality levels for “MN”, recording will be
done at that picture quality when “MN” is selected using REC MODE on the remote
control. For details, see page 40.

PCM
MPEG

STEREO
BILINGUAL

L CH
R CH

32 levels

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Function Setting

This operation is available in both HDD mode
and DVD mode.

Example: Setting “EXTERNAL AUDIO” under
“REC. FUNCTION”

1

+

VIDEO Plus

2

Basic Operation for
REC. FUNCTION Setting

11

1 Press START MENU to

11

display “START MENU” screen.

22

2 Press ' / " / \ / | to select

22

“OTHER SETTINGS 1”, then
press SET/ENTER.

START MENU[OTHER SETTINGS 1

REC LIST

TIMER

PROGRAM/

CHECK

OTHER

SETTINGS 2

Press \ / | to select “REC.
FUNCTION”.

OTHER SETTING 1[REC. FUNCTION

REC. FUNCTION VIEW/PLAY SETTING ADJUSTMENT

AUTO CHAPTER
EXACT RECORDING
REC. AUDIO FORMAT
EXTERNAL AUDIO
VIDEO MODE AUDIO
MANUAL REC. MODE

]

EDIT/

ERASE

INITIALIZE/

FINALIZE

DISPLAYS SET ITEMS BEFORE REC/PLAYBACK

INFORMATION

]

DUBBING

SETTINGS 1

OTHER

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3

Press ' / " to select “EXTERNAL
AUDIO”, then press SET/ENTER.

OTHER SETTINGS 1[REC. FUNCTION

REC. FUNCTION VIEW/PLAY SETTING

AUTO CHAPTER
EXACT RECORDING
REC. AUDIO FORMAT

EXTERNAL AUDIO

VIDEO MODE AUDIO
MANUAL REC. MODE

4

Press \ / | to select the option

]

ADJUSTMENT

you want to set, then press SET/
ENTER.

OTHER SETTINGS 1[EXTERNAL AUDIO

SELECT EXTERNAL AUDIO MODE WHEN
RECORDING.FROM EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT.

SELECT ENTER RETURN

5

Press EXIT to exit from External

]

STEREO BILINGUAL

ENTER

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Audio Setting.

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VIEW/PLAY SETTING

Function Setting

PASSWORD
SETTING

DVD PLAY
SETTING

PASSWORD

• This sets the password for setting or changing Parental Control.

PARENTAL CONTROL

• This lets you set Parental Control depending on disc content.

• Level 1: For most restricted viewing → Level 8: For adult viewing
(The smaller the number, the greater the level of restriction.)

• When “PARENTAL CONTROL” is set to “OFF”, DVD discs can be
played back regardless of the parental level.

• Parental Control cannot be set if a password has not been set.

4 digit number

OFF, LEVEL:1-8

COUNTRY CODE
* Refer to the Country

Code List below.

DISC LANGUAGE

• This lets you select the language for subtitle, audio and menu
displayed on the screen.

Country Code List

USA UK HOLLAND HONG KONG TAIWAN
CANADA ITALY NORWAY SINGAPORE PHILIPPINE
JAPAN SPAIN DENMARK THAILAND AUSTRALIA
GERMANY SWISS FINLAND MALAYSIA RUSSIA
FRANCE SWEDEN BELGIUM INDONESIA CHINA

Language Code List

AA Afar
AB Abkhazian
AF Afrikaans
AM Ameharic
AR Arabic
AS Assamese
AY Aymara
AZ Azerbaijani
BA Bashkir
BE Byelorussian
BG Bulgarian
BH Bihari
BI Bislama
BN Bengali, Bangla
BO Tibetan
BR Breton
CA Catalan
CO Corsican
CS Czech
CY Welsh
DA Danish
DE German
DZ Bhutani
EL Greek
EN English
EO Esperanto
ES Spanish
ET Estonian

EU Basque
FA Persian
FI Finnish
FJ Fiji
FO Faroese
FR French
FY Frisian
GA Irish
GD Scots Gaelic
GL Galician
GN Guarani
GU Gujarati
HA Hausa
HI Hindi
HR Croatian
HU Hungarian
HY Armenian
IA Interlingua
IE Interlingue
IK Inupiak
IN Indonesian
IS Icelandic
IT Italian
IW Hebrew
JA Japanese
JI Yiddish
JW Javanese
KA Georgian

KK Kazakh
KL Greenlandic
KM Cambodian
KN Kannada
KO Korean
KS Kashmiri
KU Kurdish
KY Kirghiz
LA Latin
LN Lingala
LO Laothian
LT Lithuanian
LV Latvian, Lettish
MG Malagasy
MI Maori
MK Macedonian
ML Malayalam
MN Mongolian
MO Moldavian
MR Marathi
MS Malay
MT Maltese
MY Burmese
NA Nauru
NE Nepali
NL Dutch
NO Norwegian
OC Occitan

OM Afan (Oromo)
OR Oriya
PA Panjabi
PL Polish
PS Pashto, Pushto
PT Portuguese
QU Quechua
RM Rhaeto-Romance
RN Kirundi
RO Romanian
RU Russian
RW Kinyarwanda
SA Sanskrit
SD Sindhi
SG Sangho
SH Serbo-Croatian
SI Singhalese
SK Slovak
SL Slovenian
SM Samoan
SN Shona
SO Somali
SQ Albanian
SR Serbian
SS Siswat
ST Sesotho
SU Sundanese
SV Swedish

SUBTITLE
AUDIO
MENU
* Refer to the

Language Code
List below.

SW Swahili
TA Tamil
TE Telugu
TG Tajik
TH Thai
TI Tigrinya
TK Turkmen
TL Tagalog
TN Setswana
TO Tonga
TR Turkish
TS Tsonga
TT Tatar
TW Twi
UK Ukrainian
UR Urdu
UZ Uzbek
VI Vietnamese
VO Volapük
WO Wolof
XH Xhosa
YO Yoruba
ZH Chinese
ZU Zulu

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Function Setting

VIDEO Plus

Basic Operation for
VIEW/PLAY SETTING

This operation is available in both HDD mode
and DVD mode.

Example: Setting “DVD PLAY SETTING”
under “VIEW/PLAY SETTING”

+

11

1

1 Press START MENU to

11

display “START MENU” screen.

22

2 Press ' / " / \ / | to select

22

“OTHER SETTINGS 1”, then
press SET/ENTER.

START MENU[OTHER SETTINGS 1

REC LIST

TIMER

PROGRAM/

CHECK

OTHER

SETTINGS 2

2

Press \/ | to select “VIEW/PLAY

]

EDIT/

ERASE

INITIALIZE/

FINALIZE

DISPLAYS SET ITEMS BEFORE REC/PLAYBACK

INFORMATION

SETTING”, then press SET/
ENTER.

OTHER SETTINGS 1[VIEW/PLAY SETTING

REC. FUNCTION VIEW/PLAY SETTING ADJUSTMENT

3

Press '/ " to select “DVD PLAY

PASSWORD SETTING
DVD PLAY SETTING

]

SETTING”, then press SET/
ENTER.

OTHER SETTINGS 1[VIEW/PLAY SETTING

REC. FUNCTION VIEW/PLAY SETTING ADJUSTMENT

PASSWORD SETTING

DVD PLAY SETTING

]

DUBBING

OTHER

SETTINGS 1

Password Setting

11

1 Select “PASSWORD SETTING” in

11

step 3, then press SET/ENTER.

22

2 Press \/ | to select “YES”, then

22

press SET/ENTER.

33

3 Press Number buttons to input 4

33

digit password, then press SET/
ENTER.

44

4 Press Number buttons to input

44

password for confirmation, then
press SET/ENTER.

55

5 Press SET/ENTER at the “OK”

55

screen.

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NOTE

If you forget your password

• If you forget your password, and you wish
to return the password to its initial state,
press ■STOP/LIVE 4 times in a row at the
Password Setting screen.

Disc Language Setting

• You can set subtitle language, audio
language and menu language.

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11

1 Select “DISC LANGUAGE” in step 4,

11

then press SET/ENTER.

22

2 Press \/ | to select subtitle

22

language, then press SET/ENTER.

33

3 Press \/ | to select audio lan-

33

guage, then press SET/ENTER.

44

4 Press \/ | to select menu lan-

44

guage, then press SET/ENTER.

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4

Press '/ " to select “PAREN­TAL CONTROL”, then press
SET/ENTER.

• The password input screen appears.
It changes to the following screen
after you input your password and
press SET/ENTER.

OTHER SETTINGS 1[DVD PLAY SETTING

PARENTAL CONTROL

DISC LANGUAGE

SELECT

5

Press \ / | to select the desired

]

SETS THE PARENTAL CONTROL OF DVD VIDEO

SET THE PARENTAL CONTROL LEVEL

OFF

SET THE COUNTRY CODE

GERMANY

ENTER

n

ENTER RETURN

parental control level, then press

SET/ENTER.

6

Press \ / | to select the country
code, then press SET/ENTER.

7

Press EXIT to exit from Parental
Control Setting screen.

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ADJUSTMENT

Function Setting

VIDEO/
AUDIO SET­TING

TV MODE

• If you switch your TV (i.e. because you have bought a new one) and
the screen size of the connected TV changes, you will have to change
the “TV MODE” setting.

• You can set the screen aspect ratio of the connected TV, and adjust
video output.

• Select “TV MODE” from “VIDEO/AUDIO SETTING”.

WIDE 16:9: Select this when connecting with a TV with a 16:9

NORMAL 4:3: Select this when connecting with a TV with a 4:3 screen

LETTER BOX: If you connect with a TV whose screen aspect ratio is

PAN SCAN: If you connect with a TV whose screen aspect ratio is

screen aspect ratio.

aspect ratio.

4:3 and playback a DVD with 16:9 video, the video will
be played back with black bands at the top and bottom,
while maintaining the 16:9 ratio.

4:3 and playback a DVD with 16:9 video, the video will
be played back with the left and right sides of the image
cut off to display in 4:3 screen aspect ratio.
(This function works if the disc is labeled for 4:3PS.)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT

• You can set this to enjoy Dolby Digital sound, DTS or MPEG sound
when connecting with digital input compatible device using Digital
cable.

PCM: This setting is for when you digitally connect with 2ch

BIT STREAM

audio device or an MD recorder. This changes Dolby
Digital sound, DTS or MPEG sound to PCM
(uncompressed) output which can be played back with
2ch audio device.

: This setting is for when you digitally connect with audio

device which is compatible with Dolby Digital sound,
DTS or MPEG sound.

WIDE 16:9
NORMAL 4:3

LETTER BOX
PAN SCAN

PCM
BIT STREAM

You can also enjoy DTS audio if you connect with an
amplifier or other component which is compatible with
DTS digital surround.

NOTE

• When a DTS signal is input, the data is output as a bit
stream even if “DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT” is set to
“PCM”.

DD OUTPUT LEVEL

• This lets you adjust the range between the loudest and softest sound
(dynamic range), and play back at the average volume. Use this
when it is hard to hear dialog.

NO: This outputs recorded audio as is.
YES*: This raises the average volume when playing back

Dolby Digital audio so that the volume sounds the same
as an audio CD. (If the audio sounds abnormal, set to
“NO”.)

* Lower the volume before setting. If you do not do so, the speaker

may emit a loud sound, or excessive input may be applied to the
speaker.

NO
YES

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Function Setting

ADJUSTMENT

VIDEO/
AUDIO SET­TING

OPTION
SETTING

DNR (DIGITAL NOISE REDUCTION)

• This lets you reduce noise for an easier to view picture when noise in
the played back image is bothering you. It is recommended to set this
to “ON” when playing back video recorded in long play modes like LP
mode or EP mode, and to “OFF” when playing back discs with little
noise (like DVD video).

HI SP DUB PRIORITY

• To perform high speed dubbing from the HDD to a DVD in Video
mode, set this to “YES” before recording to the HDD.

• If you wish to edit in frame units, set this to “NO”. For details of “HIGH
SPEED DUBBING PRIORITY”, refer to page 48.

SEAMLESS PLAYBACK

• This setting is for smoother playback of the transitions between
scenes when you have edited an original title or play list. (The
transition point may shift about one second.)

ALTERNATE RECORDING

• This function is for switching recording to HDD when you originally set
to record to DVD-RW/R but could not because of the disc situation.
This function works in the following cases.
* 1 When there is not enough disc capacity left in DVD.

2 When a disc which cannot record is loaded.
3 When you forget to load a disc.
4 When a disc is playing within 2 minutes prior to the start of timer

recording.
* In case 1, when the remaining capacity of HDD is less than

that of DVD, the recording will continue on to DVD.

ON
OFF

YES
NO

YES
NO

YES
NO

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ADJUSTMENT

Function Setting

OPTION
SETTING

LCD BACKLIGHT REC.

• This sets whether to turn the LCD backlight on or off during timer
recording.

NO:

This sets so that the LCD backlight remains lit, even during timer
recording.

YES:

This lets you turn off the LCD backlight only when the power is off
(standby state) and timer recording starts. It is convenient to set this,
for example, when the light disturbs your sleep.

AUTO POWER OFF

• This sets the Recorder so that power is automatically shut off if it is in
stopped state for about 3 hours.

BLUE SCREEN

• This lets you set so that noise on the TV screen is automatically
switched to a blue screen if you select a channel whose broadcast is
finished, or a channel with no broadcast.

DV SETTING

• This lets you operate the connected digital camcorder from the
Recorder when capturing video into the Recorder via a DV connec­tion. You can also select the type of audio to be captured from the
camcorder.

DV LINK

OFF:

Select this when you cannot operate the camcorder properly with
the On-screen Control Panel.

ON:

This lets you operate the camcorder using the On-screen Control
Panel.

DV AUDIO INPUT

STEREO 1*:

This lets you capture audio you recorded with the camcorder.

STEREO 2*:

This lets you capture camcorder’s audio you recorded using after
recording.

STEREO 1 + STEREO 2*:

This lets you simultaneously capture audio from stereo 1 and audio
from stereo 2.
* When the connected digital camcorder’s audio output is set to 16

bit, this setting will be invalid.

NO
YES

YES
NO

OFF
ON

DV LINK
OFF
ON
DV AUDIO INPUT
STEREO 1
STEREO 2
STEREO 1

+ STEREO 2

DVD DISC PROTECTION

• This protects the disc so you do not mistakenly record on it or erase
its content.

NOT PROTECT
PROTECT

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Function Setting

Basic Operation for
ADJUSTMENT Setting

Example: Setting “VIDEO/AUDIO SETTING”

under “ADJUSTMENT”

1

+

VIDEO Plus

2

11

1 Press START MENU to

11

display “START MENU” screen.

22

2 Press ' / " / \ / | to select

22

“OTHER SETTINGS 1”, then
press SET/ENTER.

START MENU[OTHER SETTINGS 1

REC LIST

TIMER

PROGRAM/

CHECK

OTHER

SETTINGS 2

]

EDIT/

ERASE

INITIALIZE/

FINALIZE

DISPLAYS SET ITEMS BEFORE REC/PLAYBACK

INFORMATION

DUBBING

OTHER

SETTINGS 1

Press \/| to select “ADJUST­MENT”.

OTHER SETTINGS 1[ADJUSTMENT

REC. FUNCTION VIEW/PLAY SETTING ADJUSTMENT

]

VIDEO/AUDIO SETTING
OPTION SETTING

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3

Press ' / " to select the setting
you want to set, then press SET/
ENTER.

OTHER SETTINGS 1[ADJUSTMENT

REC. FUNCTION VIEW/PLAY SETTING ADJUSTMENT

11

4

1 Press ' / " to select the item

11

]

VIDEO/AUDIO SETTING

OPTION SETTING

you want to select, then press
SET/ENTER.

SELECT TV MODE

WIDE 16:9

ENTER

ENTER RETURN

]

NORMAL 4:3

n

OTHER SETTINGS 1[VIDEO/AUDIO SETTING

TV MODE

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT
DD OUTPUT LEVEL
DNR

SELECT

22

2 Press \ / | to select the de-

22

sired option, then press SET/
ENTER.

5

Press EXIT to exit.

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94

Function Setting

Functions under OTHER SETTINGS 2

This section explains various settings relating to input/output of video/audio signal, TV channel preset and clock.

• For details about each setting, see the corresponding pages.

MODE SETTING s page 95
MANUAL TUNING s page 97
CHANNEL SORT s page 97
CLOCK SETTING s page 98
POST CODE s page 98

MODE SETTING

NICAM

• This recorder can receive and record NICAM or A2 broadcasts. NICAM broadcasts will
be received when “AUTO” is selected in the NICAM setting. Depending on the
received programme, some NICAM or A2 broadcasts may not be in stereo.

L1 OUT

• This sets the type of video signal output from L1 (TV) according to the specification of
connected TV.

NOTE

• To view an RGB output video, press the TV/DVD button on the remote control and
switch to DVD mode.

AUTO
OFF

Y/C
RGB
COMP.

L2 IN

• This sets the type of video signal input from L2 (DECODER/EXT).

Y/C
COMP.

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Function Setting

VIDEO Plus

Basic Operation for
MODE SETTING

Example : Setting “NICAM” under “MODE

SETTING”

1

Press START MENU to display
the START MENU screen.

2

+

Press ' / " / \ / | to select
“OTHER SETTINGS 2”, then press

SET/ENTER.

3

Press '/ " to select “MODE
SETTING”, then press SET/
ENTER to confirm.

• The MODE menu is displayed with
NICAM selected.

NICAM

➞

L1 OUT
L2 IN

: SELECT

:ENTER

4

Press\ / | to select “OFF”.

5

Press SET/ENTER to confirm
and return to the menu screen.

6

Press START MENU or EXIT to
exit to normal screen.

AUTO

Y/C
Y/C

:CHANGE
:RETURN

About NICAM/A2

This recorder can receive and record NICAM
or A2 broadcasts. NICAM broadcasts will be
received when “AUTO” is selected in the
NICAM setting. Depending on the received
programme, some NICAM or A2 broadcasts
may not be in stereo.

NICAM Broadcast

The monitor output listed in the table shows
the audio output mode. The contents of audio
recording are different between VR mode and
Video mode. See the tables below for details.

About audio recording

Broadcast

NICAM/A2
STEREO

NICAM/A2
BILINGUAL

NICAM/A2
MONO

· When making a PCM recording of bilingual sound, only
the audio selected in “VIDEO MODE AUDIO” is
recorded.

· When recording audio in the PCM format with the
recording mode set to “FINE” or “MN32”, audio is
recorded in the same format as recorded to DVD-RW/R
disc in Video mode.

· When a disc recorded in monaural audio is playback,
monaural audio is played back even though “STEREO”
is displayed on the screen.

EXTERNAL AUDIO

VIDEO MODE AUDIO

STEREO

BILINGUAL
L
BILINGUAL
R
STEREO

BILINGUAL
L
BILINGUAL
R
STEREO

BILINGUAL
L
BILINGUAL
R

About audio selection

Broadcast

NICAM
STEREO

NICAM
BILINGUAL

NICAM
MONO

STEREO
(Except
NICAM)

BILINGUAL
(Except
NICAM)

MONO
(Except
NICAM)

* Audio mode is selected with the AUDIO button on the

remote control.

Audio Mode*

Displayed

on screen

MONO

L R

L R

L

R

MONO

MONO

L R

L R

L

R

MONO

RECORDING AUDIO

VR MODE

L

L

L

L

L

L

L

MONO

MONO

MONO

Display of
Broadcast
Received

NICAM

–

STEREO
NICAM

L R

STEREO
NICAM

L R

I/II

NICAM

L

I/II

NICAM

R

I/II

NICAM

–

STEREO

–

STEREO

L R

I/II

L R

I/II

L

I/II

R

–

–

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

MONO

MONO

MONO

Display of

Audio

Received

VIDEO MODE

LR

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

L

R

R

MONO

MONO

MONO

MONO

MONO

MONO

Audio

Output

LR

L+R

L+R

L

R

L

R

L

L

R

R

MONO

MONO

L+R

L+R

L

R

L

R

L

L

R

R

MONO

MONO

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Function Setting

MANUAL TUNING

*1

PRESET

• This lets you preset the channels into memory. A maximum of 84 channels can be
preset.

CHANNEL

• For details, see “Channel Setting” on page 28.

FINE TUNING

• This lets you obtain sharp colour picture.

DECODER

• If there have a separate decoder connected to the L2 terminal of the Recorder, set this
function to “ON” in order to record the unscrambled signal and/or watch it on your TV.

SKIP

''

• This determines whether the channel can be selected when using CH
Number buttons.

*1 For details, see page 28.

CHANNEL SORT

*2

""

' /

" instead of

''

""

1 - 84

CHXX

ON
OFF

ON
OFF

MOVE

• When your Recorder tunes in broadcast channels automatically, it sorts them into a
standard order using internal information. The “MOVE” function lets you change the
order of the channel.

CANCEL

• This lets you delete a channel from the Recorder memory.

NAME

• When your Recorder tunes in broadcast channels automatically, it names them using
the VPS/PDC information. The “NAME” function lets you change the name of the
channel.

*2 For details, see pages 28, 29.

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Function Setting

CLOCK SETTING

*3

CLOCK

• The clock will normally be set using the VPS/PDC information when your Recorder
automatically tunes in the broadcast channels. If for any reason the VPS/PDC signals
are not present, your Recorder will not be able to set the clock. The “CLOCK” function
lets you set the clock manually.

*3 For details, see page 27.

POST CODE

*4

POST CODE

• This function should allow the Police to identify you as the owner of the Recorder if it is
stolen. Each time the Recorder is turned on, your postcode will be displayed for 5
seconds. Your postcode cannot be changed or removed without first entering the
correct PIN - number.

4

For details, see page 30.

*

TIME:XX:XX(24H)
DATE:Day/Month
YEAR:XX
ADJUST:
∗:AUTO/-:OFF

0000–9999

98

Function Setting

Initialization

Before recording to DVD-RW, initialize the disc in VR mode
or Video mode.
You can also initialize the HDD. Initialize the HDD only after
dubbing important recordings onto DVD-RW/R disc(s).

INITIALIZE

INITIALIZE

DVD VR MODE INIT.

• When recording with a DVD-RW in VR mode, initialize in VR mode
before you start recording.
(When you initialize, all of the recorded content of the disc is erased.
Before initializing, check the content of the disc so that you do not
erase any content you need.)

• You cannot initialize if “DVD DISC PROTECTION” is set to
“PROTECT”. (page 93)

DVD VIDEO MODE INIT.

• When recording with a DVD-RW disc in Video mode, initialize in Video
mode before you start recording.
(When you initialize, all of the recorded content of the disc is erased.
Before initializing, check the content of the disc so that you do not
erase any content you need.)

• You cannot erase with DVD-R disc.

AUTO INITIALIZE

• This sets the Recorder so it automatically initializes any unused DVD­RW discs which are loaded into the Recorder.
You can initialize in either VR mode or Video mode.

Finalization

Finalization is done so that a recorded DVD-RW/R disc can
be played back with other recorders.

YES
NO

YES
NO

VR
VIDEO

FINALIZE

DVD
FINALIZE

HDD INITIALIZE

• If an HDD error message is displayed, or if you wish to return the HDD
to the state it was in when the Recorder was purchased, initialize the
HDD. All recorded video will be erased. (If you use the “ERASE ALL
TITLES” function to erase the titles, protected titles will remain, but if
you use the HDD initializing function, all titles will be erased.)
Dub any important recordings to DVD-RW/R disc(s) before initializing
the HDD.

DVD FINALIZE

• Set this when you want to playback a VR mode or Video mode disc
using another recorder capable of playback.
If you finalize a recording on DVD-R disc, you will not be able to
record any more on the disc.

• Finalization can take anywhere from a few minutes to one hour.
During finalization, all types of operation are disabled (including
turning off power and removing the disc).

• Do not unplug the power cord during finalization. Doing so may make
the disc unusable.

UNDO DVD FINALIZE

• This resets a finalized DVD-RW disc so you can record on it again.

YES
NO

YES
NO

YES
NO

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Function Setting

Basic Operation for
INITIALIZE/FINALIZE

Example: Setting “DVD VR MODE INIT.” (VR

mode)

1

+

VIDEO Plus

2

11

1 Press START MENU to

11

display “START MENU” screen.

22

2 Press ' / " / \ / | to select

22

“INITIALIZE/FINALIZE”, then
press SET/ENTER.

START MENU[INITIALIZE/FINALIZE

REC LIST

TIMER

PROGRAM/

CHECK

INITIALIZES HDD/DVD AND FINALIZES DVD

OTHER

SETTINGS 2

]

ERASE

INITIALIZE/

FINALIZE

INFORMATION

EDIT/

DUBBING

OTHER

SETTINGS 1

Press ' / " to select “INITIAL­IZE” or “FINALIZE”, then press

SET/ENTER.

INITIALIZE/FINALIZE

INITIALIZE

DVD FINALIZE

REVERTS DISC TO UNUSED STATE
(ALL STORED DATA ERASED).

ENABLES PLAYBACK OF RECORDED
DVD DISC ON OTHER DVD PLAYERS.

11

4

1 Press \ / | to select “YES”,

11

then press SET/ENTER.

• Initializing (or finalizing) will be
executed.

INITIALIZE

DVD VR MODE INIT.

DVD VIDEO MODE INIT.
AUTO INITIALIZE
HDD INITIALIZE

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INITIALIZE

DVD VR MODE INIT.

DVD VIDEO MODE INIT.
AUTO INITIALIZE
HDD INITIALIZE

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• Initializing (or finalizing) will be

INITIALIZING...

INITIALIZING COMPLETED.

ENTER

ENTER

OK

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completed.

22

2 Press SET/ENTER.

22

• Screen in step 2 appears.

5

Press EXIT to exit from “INITIAL­IZE/FINALIZE” screen.

n

ENTER

SELECT ENTER RETURN

3

Press ' / " to select “DVD VR
MODE INIT.”, then press SET/
ENTER.

INITIALIZE

DVD VR MODE INIT.

DVD VIDEO MODE INIT.
AUTO INITIALIZE
HDD INITIALIZE

AFTER RECORDING, IT IS POSSIBLE TO
USE A VARIETY OF EDITING FUNCTIONS
TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR VIDEO.

INITIALIZE DVD?

ENTER

SELECT

YES NO

n

ENTER RETURN

NOTE

• Finalization processing will take anywhere
from a few minutes to about an hour.
(Processing will take time if there is a lot of
empty space or if there are many titles on

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the DVD disc.)

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Troubleshooting

The following problems do not always suggest a defect or malfunction of this Recorder.
Perform the checks listed below before calling service.

Problem Suggested Solution

The Recorder power does not turn on.

The Recorder sounds like it is operating, even when power is
turned off.

The disc is automatically ejected after closing the disc tray.

No picture.

The Recorder does not play a disc.

Settings have disappeared.

Screen freezes and operation buttons do not work.

The remote control does not work.

No sound or sound is distorted.

The picture from external input is distorted.

The screen is stretched vertically or
horizontally.

A disc recorded using this Recorder cannot be played back
on another DVD player.

•

Is the power cord firmly plugged into the AC outlet?

•

If the power cord is plugged into the outlet, unplug it once, wait about one minute, and then plug it in again.
Then turn power on.

•

This is the sound the Recorder makes during operation like timer recording.

•

Make sure that the disc is loaded properly (aligned in disc tray and label-side up).

•

Take out the disc and clean it.

•

Make sure that region number on the disc match the region number in this Recorder.

•

Make sure that the disc is playable.

•

Make sure that the cables are connected correctly.

•

Make sure that the connected TV or the AV amplifier is set to the correct input.

•

Take out the disc and clean it.

•

Make sure that region number on the disc match the region number in this Recorder.

•

Take out the disc and clean it.

•

Make sure that the disc is loaded properly (aligned in disc tray and label-side up).

•

Make sure that region number on the disc match the region number in this Recorder.

•

Remove the dew in the Recorder.

•

Check that the disc is recorded in PAL format.

•

The Recorder cannot playback video which was not recorded normally.

•

Proper playback may be impossible due to the state of the disc recording, a scratched, warped or dirty disc, the
state of the pick-up, or compatibility issues between this Recorder and the disc being used.

•

If, while its power is on, the Recorder is unplugged (or there is a power failure) for more than about 1 hour, the
settings will be lost. Make sure that you turn off the Recorder before unplugging the power cord.

•

Press

■STOP/LIVE

•

Turn off the power and turn on the power again.

•

If power does not go off, press the

•

Is the Tamper Proof function active?(Page 36)

•

Set the remote control and the Recorder to the same remote control code.(Page 21)

•

Use the remote control within its operating range.

•

Replace the batteries.

•

If the volume of TV or amplifier is set to minimum, turn the volume up.

•

There is no sound during still mode, slow motion playback, fast forward and fast reverse.

•

DVD audio recorded in DTS is only output from the DIGITAL AUDIO Output terminals. Connect a DTS­compatible digital amplifier or decoder to the DIGITAL AUDIO Output OPTICAL or COAXIAL terminal on this
Recorder.

•

Check that the audio cable is connected correctly.

•

Check that the cable plugs are clean.

•

Take out the disc and clean it.

•

Audio may not be output depending on the audio recording status, such as when audio other than an audio
signal or non-standard audio is recorded for the audio content of the disc.

•

If the signal is copy-protected, you cannot connect via this Recorder. Connect the external equipment directly
to your TV.

•

Set the TV mode according to the TV you are connecting.(Page 91)

•

If the above operation does not set the TV mode, set it using the functions of the connected TV.

•

Check that the disc is finalized when the disc is in video mode.

•

Some players will not play even a finalized disc.

•

If the disc was recorded in VR mode, it can only be played back with an RW compatible player. (In some
cases, the disc must be finalized.)

and restart playback.

RESET

button inside the front door of the Recorder.(Page 103)

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Troubleshooting

Problem Suggested Solution

The playback screen will be disturbed if DVD video is recorded
to a VCR, or played back through a VCR.

TV operates incorrectly.

Recording stops.

You recorded, but nothing was recorded on disc.

Cannot record, or recording stops while in progress.

When a digital camcorder is connected to the DV IN terminal,
video from the camcorder does not appear, or there is no
sound, or the system operates incorrectly.

Cannot operate the digital camcorder connected to the DV IN
terminal.

There is no video and no audio.

There is just audio with no video.

Horizontally wide video appears vertically tall, or black bands
appear at the top and bottom of the screen.

Square noise (mosaic) appears on the screen.

Video stops.

Left and right channels of audio are reversed, or sound comes
out of only one side.

DVD disc does not play back automatically.

•

This Recorder is compatible with the copy guard of analogue copy protect system. Some discs contain a
copy prohibiting signal. If you try to playback such a disc through a VCR, or record to a VCR and playback,
copy guard will prevent normal playback.

•

Some TVs with wireless remote control capability may operate incorrectly when using the remote control of
this Recorder. Use such TV away from this Recorder.

•

Recording may stop temporarily at parts where recording is impossible (due to scratches or disc fouling,
etc.). When recording starts again, the starting part will be recorded as another title. If the disc is in a
condition where recording is impossible, it is ejected.

•

When the recording is interrupted, you might lose a few minutes of the recorded content immediately before
the interrupted point.

•

If you record a channel with no broadcast (i.e. where the broadcast has ended), recording will be done with
no video. Likewise, if you record a channel with poor reception, recording may be done with no video.

•

Clean the disc.

•

Check whether there is enough empty space on the disc being recorded to.

•

Check whether the disc is protected.

•

Check whether the number of original titles is 199 (for the HDD) or 99 (for a DVD-RW/R).

•

Check whether you are trying to record video whose recording is prohibited.

•

Check whether there was a power failure while waiting for (or during) timer recording.

•

Clean the disc.

•

Proper playback may be impossible due to a scratched, warped or dirty disc, the state of the pick-up, or
compatibility issues between this Recorder and the disc being used.

•

Check connections.

•

Turn off the power of both the Recorder and camcorder once, and then turn it on again.

•

Reconnect DV cable.

•

Try setting “DV LINK” to “OFF” using “DV SETTING” screen.(Page 93)

•

Switch input audio using “DV SETTING” screen.(Page 93)

•

Set “DV LINK” to “ON” using “DV SETTING” screen. You can operate using the On-screen Control Panel.

•

Operation may be impossible, depending on the connected camcorder.

•

Is the power cord unplugged from the AC outlet?

•

Is power in the “OFF” state?

•

Does the broadcast have no video or audio?

•

Has the Recorder been switched to external input?

•

Is the connection cable for video output connected properly?

•

Is “TV MODE” set to match the connected TV? (Page 91)

•

If you are using a wide TV, is the “TV MODE” set to “WIDE”? (Page 91)

•

Pictures in blocks may be conspicuous in scenes with rapid movement due to the characteristics of digital
image compression technology.

•

Has the Recorder been subjected to shock or impact? Are you using it at an unstable location? The Recorder
will stop if it senses shock or vibration.

•

The picture may be disturbed in very rare cases due to the characteristics of the HDD. This is not a
malfunction.

•

Are left and right audio cables connected to the opposite terminal, or is one side disconnected?

•

Has HDD been selected instead of DVD? Playback will start automatically by switching to DVD.

•

Have you set a DVD video disc that has an automatic playback function?

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Problem Suggested Solution

Timer recording was set, but not executed.

The timer recorded content stops in the middle of recording.

The REC LIST (THUMBNAIL or TITLE LIST) is not displayed.

When a CD is recorded to MD using digital connection, the CD
and MD do not have the same track numbers.

The Recorder makes a sound even when there is no operation.

The Recorder heats up during use.

The Recorder makes a snapping sound when starting
recording, playback or loading a disc.

A blinking “----” appears on the front display panel.

•

Was there a power failure while standing by for timer recording?

•

Is the HDD or DVD full? Erase unnecessary titles from the list.

•

Were you performing dubbing?

•

If you use the Recorder at a location with low temperature, the HDD may enter the preparation state. Set and
leave power “ON” for a while before timer recording is performed.

•

Is the power cord unplugged from the AC outlet?

•

Was the power plug unplugged, or was there a power failure, during timer recording?

•

Is the HDD or DVD full? Erase unnecessary titles from the list.

•

Recording will stop if a programme whose recording is forbidden begins in the middle of recording.

•

Clean the disc.

•

If there is a power failure or other power problem during recording to DVD-RW/R, recording will stop in the
middle. If there is a power failure or other power problem during recording to HDD, that program will be lost.

•

The REC LIST cannot be displayed during Time Shift Viewing or Chasing Playback. Press the

LIVE

button, and return to live viewing.

•

If you use the Recorder at a location with low temperature, the HDD may enter the preparation state. Please
wait a while.

•

There may be a problem with the HDD. Contact the nearest service centre approved by Sharp.

•

If the interval between CD tracks is short, the track numbers on the recorded MD may differ from the CD.

•

If you do not operate the Recorder for a certain time while power is ON, you will hear the sound of the HDD
operating. This is not a malfunction.

•

When using this Recorder, the console cabinet may heat up, depending on the use environment. This is not a
malfunction.

•

The Recorder may sometimes make a snapping sound when starting recording or playback if you have not
operated it for a while or when loading a disc. This is the sound of the Recorder operating, and is not a
malfunction.

•

The clock has not been set. Set the clock.

Troubleshooting

■STOP/

NOTE

• If this Recorder receives strong interference from strong external noise such as excessive static electricity, malfunction of
power supply voltage caused by lightning during Recorder use or a wrong operation is sent to the Recorder, errors like the
Recorder not accepting an operation may occur.

• Press RESET with a toothpick or other narrow rod-like object (nonmetal) when the Recorder does not operate properly
even after the power has been turned off and then back on again.

• Since the clock, channel, timer recording programmes and other data in memory are also reset when RESET has been
pressed, they must be set again.

• When the problem persists even after pressing RESET, unplug the power
cord and plug it again. If this does not solve the problem, contact the
nearest service centre approved by Sharp.

The following conditions do not always denote trouble. Therefore, perform the checks described below before calling for
service. If the problem cannot be corrected by the use of this guide, remove the main plugs from the wall socket, and
contact the dealer or supplier from whom the unit was purchased in order to obtain service. Where this is not possible
please visit our web-site www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport.
Customers without Internet access may telephone [phone] during office hours (or [phone] if telephoning from
Ireland),

Certain replacement parts and accessories may be obtained from our main parts distributor, who can be contacted on the
following numbers:

WILLOW VALE ELECTRONICS LTD.:

0121 766 5414

In the unlikely event of this equipment requiring repair during the guarantee period, you will need to provide proof of the
date of purchase to the repairing company. Please keep your invoice or receipt, which is supplied at the time of purchase.

RESET button

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On-screen Error Messages

Messages Relating to DVD Discs and the HDD

• The following messages appear on the TV screen in case the disc you tried to playback is not appropriate or
the operation is not correct.

Error message

CANNOT PLAY BACK THIS DISC.

THIS IS A NON-STANDARD DISC.

REGION CODE OF DISC IS WRONG.

DISC IS NOT INSERTED.

CANNOT OPERATE THIS FUNCTION.

DISC IS PROTECTED.

COULD NOT REPAIR THE DISC.

COULD NOT FINALIZE.

THIS VIDEO IS COPY PROTECTED.
RECORDING IS NOT POSSIBLE.

CANNOT RECORD MORE.

CANNOT RECORD ON THIS DISC.

NO TAPE INSERTED IN DV
CAMCORDER.

CONNECTING TO DV CAMCORDER.

COULD NOT INITIALIZE.

DISC IS FULL.
CANNOT RECORD OR STORE.

THIS VIDEO CANNOT BE RECORDED
TO THIS DISC.

CAN’T DETECT CAMCORDER.

SET THE DATE AND TIME.

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• The disc cannot be played back with
this Recorder.

• If you load a disc which cannot be
played with this Recorder (i.e. a
scratched disc), or if you load a disc
upside down, this message will
appear, and the disc tray will
automatically pop out.

• Occurs if you load a DVD disc whose
region number is not “ALL” or whose
region number does not contain “2”.

• Occurs if no disc is loaded in the disc
tray.

• Occurs if operation is incorrect.

• Occurs if you attempt to record or edit
a disc for which disc protection is set.

• Occurs if you attempt DV input of
video which cannot be recorded, and
attempt to record to a DVD.

• If there is a power failure during DVD
recording, the system automatically
tries to recover data after power is
restored. This error occurs if such
recovery is impossible.

• Occurs if the disc is scratched or
dirty, etc.

• Occurs if video with a copy guard
signal is input.

• Occurs if a title or chapter mark
exceeds the recordable upper limit.

• Number of titles: HDD 199/DVD 99.
Number of chapters: HDD 999/

Occurs if you load a disc which cannot

•
be recorded to with this Recorder, or a
disc which is scratched or dirty.

•

Occurs if you attempt operation when a
tape has not been loaded in the digital
camcorder linked via DV connection.

• Occurs if the digital camcorder power
goes off or the cable is pulled out
while connecting to DV.

• Occurs if connection with the digital
camcorder is broken.

• Occurs if the disc is scratched or
dirty, etc.

• Occurs if there is no empty space in
the disc.

• Occurs if you try to record a “Copy
Once” broadcast onto a disc which is
not compatible with CPRM.

• Occurs if you set to DV input without
connecting a digital camcorder.

• Occurs if multiple digital camcorders
are connected.

• Occurs if timer programming is done
when the Recorder clock has not
been set.

Possible Error Suggested Solution

• Check the disc, and load it correctly.

• Cancel disc protection, or reload a
recordable disc.

• Check the disc, and load it correctly.

• Cannot record.

• Erase unnecessary titles.

• Either erase unnecessary chapters, or
combine chapters.

DVD 999

• Reload an appropriate recording
disc.

• Load a tape into the digital
camcorder.

• Check the power of digital camcorder
or cable connection.

• System is performing reconnection
processing. Wait about 30 seconds.

• Check the disc, and load it correctly.

• Load a disc with empty space.

• Erase unnecessary titles.

• Load a CPRM compatible disc (DVD­RW Ver. 1.1 or higher) initialized in VR
mode.

• Connect a digital camcorder, and
reset again to DV input.

• Set the clock and perform timer
programming again.

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On-screen Error Messages

Error message

RECORDING WAS STOPPED DUE TO
FULL DISC.

REPAIRING THE DISC.

THIS IS A NON-STANDARD DISC.
REMOVE IT.

THIS VIDEO CANNOT BE RECORDED
TO THIS DISC.
TIMER RECORDING COULD NOT
START.

LIVE BROADCAST RECORDING
PROHIBITED.
RECORDING STOPPED.

THIS VIDEO IS COPY PROTECTED.
RECORDING IS NOT POSSIBLE.

CANNOT OPERATE DUE TO HDD
ERROR.
CAN VIEW LIVE BROADCASTS ONLY.
CONTACT THE NEAREST SERVICE
CENTRE APPROVED BY SHARP.

SYSTEM ERROR.
POWER IS OFF.

CHECKING HARD DISC.
CAN ONLY VIEW LIVE BROADCAST
UNTIL CONFIRMATION IS OVER.

THIS PROGRAM COPY IS PRO­TECTED.
CANNOT VIEW TIME SHIFT.

Possible Error Suggested Solution

• Occurs when empty space in the
disc runs out.

• Occurs when recording stops
before disc information has been
correctly written onto a DVD, due to
a problem like a power failure.

• Occurs if the loaded disc cannot be
recorded to or played because it is
a non-standard or scratched, etc.

• Occurs if you try to record “Copy
Once” video onto DVD-R or non­CPRM compatible DVD-RW.

• Occurs if a programme begins
during recording, and recording of
the broadcast itself is forbidden due
to copyright protection.

• Occurs if you attempt to record a
programme, and recording of the
broadcast itself is forbidden due to
copyright protection.

• Occurs when there is a problem
with the HDD, and when you
perform an operation which
requires HDD operation, like special
playback or recording.

• If a problem occurs with the HDD
while power is “ON”, power is shut
off automatically.

• Occurs if there is a power failure, or
the power cord is unplugged and
plugged in again while power is
“ON”.

• Occurs if time shift viewing is
impossible because recording of
the broadcast itself is forbidden by
copyright protection.

• Wait until DVD disc recovery is
finished.

• Remove the disc.

• Record on CPRM compatible DVD­RW disc in VR mode.

• Initialize the HDD once. If initializa­tion does not solve the problem,
please contact the nearest service
centre approved by Sharp as soon
as possible.

• It may take 1-2 minutes to check the
HDD. During this time, you can only
watch live broadcasts. Wait a while
until the check is over.

• You can only view live broadcasts.

Messages during Special Playback

Error message

CANNOT OPERATE DUE TO THE
CONDITION OF HARD DISC.

HARD DISC IS NOT READY YET.
CANNOT OPERATE.

• Occurs if you perform operation like
special playback when there is
problem with the HDD.

• Occurs if you perform operation
requiring operation of the HDD (like
special playback or recording)
during HDD preparation.

Possible Error Suggested Solution

Messages during Dubbing

Error message

CANNOT SELECT MORE. • Occurs if you attempt to select 6

titles (chapters) at the screen for
selecting titles or chapters to be
dubbed.

Possible Error Suggested Solution

• The HDD must be repaired, so
contact the nearest service centre
approved by Sharp as soon as
possible.

• You can only view live broadcasts
until preparation is finished. Wait a
while until operation is enabled. (If
you use the Recorder at a cold
location and the HDD temperature
is low, HDD preparation may take
some time.)

• Dub 5 titles (or chapters) at a time.

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On-screen Error Messages

Messages during Dubbing

Error message

CANNOT HIGH SPEED DUB THIS
TITLE.

TITLE PROTECTION IS SET.
CANCEL TITLE PROTECTION
BEFORE DUBBING.

CANNOT DUB TO DISC DUE TO
COPY PROTECTED PROGRAM.

CANNOT DUB TO THE DISC.

CANNOT DUB FROM THE DISC.

COPY PROTECTED PROGRAM WILL
BE MOVED.

• Occurs if you attempt high-speed
dubbing onto DVD in Video mode of
a title for which “High Speed
Dubbing Priority” has not been set,
or if you attempt high speed
dubbing of a title edited in frame
units on the HDD.

• Occurs when you attempt to dub a
title containing a “Copy Once” part
for which title protection has been
set.

• Occurs if you attempt to dub a title
containing a “Copy Once” part to
DVD-R or a non-CPRM compatible
DVD-RW.

• Occurs if an unrecordable disc is
loaded (i.e. when the maximum
number of titles or chapters is
exceeded, when the disc is
protected, when the disc is
scratched or dirty, or when the disc
is a ROM disc).

• Occurs when a disc other than a
DVD-RW/R is loaded.

• Occurs if you attempt to dub a title
containing a “Copy Once” part.

Possible Error Suggested Solution

• Perform “Rate Conversion Dub­bing”.

• If a title contains a “Copy Once”
part, you can only move the
original. If title protection is set for a
title, you cannot move it, so perform
dubbing (movement) after cancel­ling title protection.

• Dub in VR mode to a CPRM­compatible DVD-RW.

• Replace with a recordable disc.

• Dub from a DVD-RW/R disc.

• Be careful because the dubbing
source video is erased after
dubbing.

Messages during Editing

Error message

CANNOT SELECT MORE.

CANNOT SET THIS POSITION.

CHAPTER IS FULL. CANNOT
OPERATE THIS FUNCTION.

CANNOT COMBINE THESE CHAP­TERS.

• Occurs if you attempt to select

• Occurs if you attempt to designate

• Occurs if the editing result exceeds

• Occurs if you attempt to combine

Possible Error Suggested Solution

more than 20 titles (chapters) when
you perform Erase Selected Title.

a range shorter than 3 seconds and
edit.

the upper limit of total number of
chapters (999).

chapters which cannot be com­bined. (Chapters created when you
erase a scene or chapter in a single
title cannot be erased).

• Erase a maximum of 20 titles
(chapters) at a time.

• Designate a range of 3 seconds or
more. (If you designate a range of 3
seconds or more, you can
designate in frame units.)

• Edit after erasing unnecessary
chapter marks by combining
chapters.

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Glossary

Alternate
Recording

Angle

Chapter
Number

Chasing Play­back

Copy Guard

Digital Gamma

Digital Super
Picture

Disc Menu

If you set to Exact Recording but the timer recording programme will not fit into a single
DVD-RW/R, the Recorder will automatically perform Alternate Recording to HDD.
The Recorder will also perform Alternate Recording to HDD if you forget to load a DVD­RW/R.

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.). With such discs, you can select the angle on Function Control
Screen to view the scene from different angles.

These numbers are recorded on DVD discs. A title is subdivided into many sections,
each of which is numbered, and specific parts of video presentations can be searched
quickly using these numbers.

This function lets you playback and view a programme while it is being recorded onto
HDD.

This function prevents copying. You cannot record software or broadcast programmes
marked by the copyright holder with a signal which limits copying.

Corrects for gradations in dark areas of images to make images clearer.

Enhances the fine detail of the image and outlines of the objects it contains.

This lets you select things like the subtitle language or overdub audio using a menu
stored on the DVD video disc.

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital
Output Level

Dolby Virtual
Surround

DTS

Exact Dubbing

Exact Record­ing

A sound system developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc. that gives movie theatre ambi­ence to audio output when the product is connected to a Dolby Digital processor or
amplifier.

Setting that increases the average volume of Dolby Digital audio when playing a DVD.

This lets you enjoy Surround audio via analogue connection with a stereo (2ch) TV or
audio equipment.

This 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.)

This function is used when dubbing from HDD to DVD. It automatically selects the
recording mode according to the recording time of the title so that the recording will fit
into a single disc.

This function automatically changes the recording mode to prevent recordings from
running out before they are finished due to a lack of available DVD disc space by
comparing the available disc space and the time required for the timer recording.

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Glossary

Finalization

High Speed
Dubbing Prior­ity

Initialization

Letter Box

4:3

LB

Linear PCM
Sound

MP3

Multi Angle

This is done to enable playback of discs (Video mode) recorded with this Recorder
using other DVD-RW and DVD-R compatible DVD players. (We do not guarantee that
playback will be possible with all DVD players.)
The DVD players which can play back VR mode discs are those with an “
tion.

This function lets you perform high speed dubbing to a DVD even in Video mode after
recording, by setting High Speed Dubbing Priority to “YES” when recording to HDD.

This allows you to use the HDD or a DVD-RW disc in this Recorder. If you initialize a
disc, all of the programmes recorded on it are erased.

Screen size that cuts off the top and bottom of the image to allow playing of wide­screen (16:9) software on a connected 4:3 TV.

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.)

One type of audio compression that uses MPEG1. This format compresses sound to
about 1/10, without impairing the original sound quality.

This is a feature of DVD video discs. In some discs, the same picture is shot from
different angles, and these are stored in a single disc so you can enjoy playback from
different angles. (This function can be enjoyed if the disc is recorded with multiple
angles.)

” indica-

Multi Audio

Original

Pan Scan

4:3

PS

Parental Con­trol

Play List

Playback
Control (PBC)

Rate Conver­sion Dubbing

REC LIST

Region
Number

This is a feature of DVD video discs. This function makes it possible to record multiple
different audio tracks for the same video, so you can enhance your enjoyment by
switching audio. (You can enjoy this function with discs recorded with multiple audio
tracks.)

A video (title) recorded from a TV broadcast or external input is called an “Original”.

Screen size that cuts off the sides of the image to allow playing of wide-screen (16:9)
software on a connected 4:3 TV.

In some digital broadcasts and DVD video discs, a control level for disc viewing is set
depending on the age of the viewer. With this Recorder, you can set the control level for
viewing such broadcasts and discs.

A set of titles created by copying just the needed scenes from original titles is called a
“Play List”. (The original titles remain as are.)

This information is recorded on video CDs (version 2.0). This allows you to actively
select the sections to be viewed or listened to, using a menu displayed on the TV.

This function is used to select the picture quality of dubbed titles at the time of dubbing.

This is a list screen which lets you check the recorded programmes (titles) in list form.
You can select either Thumbnail or Title List as the REC LIST.

Number identifying a geographic region of compatibility for a DVD.

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Glossary

Remote Con­trol Code

Resume Play­back

Simultaneous
Recording/
Playback

Skip

Subtitles

Time Number

Time Shift

Title Menu

This is the type of the remote control signal for operating the recorder. There are two
types of remote control signal: “Remote Control No. 1” (RC-1) and “Remote Control No.
2” (RC-2).

If you stop playback while it is in progress, the Recorder stores the stop position in
memory, and this function lets you playback from that stopping point.

This function lets you play back and view already recorded programmes while you are
recording. (However, you cannot play back from a DVD while recording to the DVD.)

This returns to the start of the chapter (or track) being played, or skips to the next
chapter.(or track)

These are the printed lines appearing at the bottom of the screen which translate or
transcribe the dialog. They are recorded on DVD discs.

This indicates the play time which has elapsed from the start of a disc or a title. It can
be used to find a specific scene quickly. (It may not work with some discs.)

This Recorder is designed so you can automatically record the programme being
viewed to the HDD by pressing the TIME SHIFT button. The automatically recorded
programme can be viewed using other types of playback.

In a DVD video disc, this is the menu for selecting things like the chapter to be played
back and the subtitle language. In some DVD video discs, the title menu may be called
the “Top Menu”.

Title Number

Track Number

VBR Control

Video Mode

VR Mode

These numbers are recorded on DVD discs. When a disc contains two or more movies,
these movies are numbered as title 1, title 2, etc.

These numbers are assigned to the tracks which are recorded on video CDs and Audio
CDs. They enable specific tracks to be located quickly.

VBR is the abbreviation for Variable Bit Rate control. This feature performs control by
varying the bit rate (the amount of code transferred in a fixed period of time) by assign­ing a larger amount of code to complex video images such as sections containing rapid
movement or sections containing sudden changes in colour, and assigning a smaller
amount of code in the opposite cases.

This is a recording format for making DVD-RW/R discs playable with other commercially
available DVD players. (We do not guarantee that playback will be possible with all DVD
players.)

This recording format is the basic DVD-RW recording format, and lets you enjoy the
various editing functions available with this Recorder.

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Specifications

General

HDD capacity: ................................ 120 GB (DV-HR350H),

Power supply: ................................. AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz

Power consumption

(Normal): ..................................... 36 W

Power consumption

(Standby): ................................... 1 W (While the Front Panel

Dimensions: .................................... Approx. 430 mm × 59 mm × 323

Weight: ............................................ Approx. 5.1 kg (11.3 lbs)

Operating temperature ................... 5°C to 35°C

Storage temperature: ...................... –20°C to 55°C

Operating humidity: ........................ 10% to 80% (no condensation)

TV systems: ..................................... PAL system, 625 lines, 50 fields

Recording

Recordable disc media: ................. DVD-RW, DVD-R

Recording system (HDD): ............... Video: MPEG

Recording system (DVD-RW/R): ..... Video: DVD-Video Recording

Recording time (Hard disc): ........... FINE (High picture quality):

Recording time

(With 4.7GB DVD-RW/R): ........... FINE (High picture quality):

80 GB (DV-HR300H)

Display is off)

mm (W × H × D)
Approx. 16

Audio: MPEG (2ch)/Linear PCM
(FINE/MN32 mode only)

(VR mode)
DVD-VIDEO (Video mode)
Audio: MPEG (2ch)/Linear PCM
(FINE/MN32 mode only)

Approx. 30 hours (DV-HR350H)
Approx. 20 hours (DV-HR300H)
SP (Standard):
Approx. 50 hours (DV-HR350H)
Approx. 33 hours (DV-HR300H)
LP (2X):
Approx. 100 hours (DV-HR350H)
Approx. 67 hours (DV-HR300H)
EP (3X):
Approx. 150 hours (DV-HR350H)
Approx. 100 hours (DV-HR300H)
MN (Manual): 32 levels between
FINE and EP
(However, the maximum
continuous recording time is 12
hours.)

Approx. 1 hour
SP (Standard): Approx. 2 hours
LP (2X): Approx. 4 hours
EP (3X): Approx. 6 hours
MN (Manual): 32 levels between
FINE and EP

15

/16" × 221/64" × 1223/32"

Timer

Programmes: .................................. 16 programmes/1 year

Clock: .............................................. Quartz lock

Memory backup: ............................. Approx. 1 hour

Input/Output

VHF/UHF antenna input/

output terminal: ........................... 75Ω (F-shape connector)

Video input: ..................................... LINE 1, LINE 2 (rear), 3 (front)

Input level: ............................... 1 Vp-p (75Ω)

SCARTs: ................................... 21 pin

Jack: ........................................ RCA-pin jack

Video output:

Output level: ............................ 1 Vp-p (75Ω)

SCARTs: ................................... 21 pin

Jack: ........................................ RCA-pin jack

S-Video input: ................................. LINE 1, LINE 2 (rear), 3 (front)

Y-Input level: ............................ 1 Vp-p (75Ω)

C-Input level: ........................... 0.3 Vp-p (75Ω)

SCARTs: ................................... 21 pin

Jack: ........................................ 4 pin mini DIN

S-Video output:

Y-Output level: ......................... 1 Vp-p (75Ω)

C-Output level: ........................ 0.3 Vp-p (75Ω)

SCART (only LINE 1): .............. 21 pin

Jack: ........................................ 4 pin mini DIN

Component video output:

Output level: ............................ Y: 1 Vp-p (75Ω)

Jacks: ...................................... RCA jack

Audio input: ..................................... Input 1, 2 (rear), 3 (front) L/R

Input level: ............................... 2 V rms (Input impedance: more

Jacks: ...................................... RCA jack

Audio output: .................................. L/R

Output level: ............................ 2 V rms (Output impedance:

Jacks: ...................................... RCA jack

Digital audio optical output:

Terminal: .................................. Square Optical terminal

Digital audio coaxial output:

Jack: ........................................ RCA jack

DV input:

Terminal: .................................. 4 pin (i.LINK/IEEE 1394

LASER Specification

Wave length: ................................... DVD: 658 nm

Laser power: ................................... DVD: 100 mW

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

(24-hour digital display)

C

B, CR: 0.7 Vp-p (75Ω)

than 22 kΩ)

less than 1.5 kΩ)

standard)

CD: 784 nm

CD: 225 mW

Playback

Playable discs: ................................ DVD Video, DVD-RW/R,

Tuner

Channel coverage: ......................... UHF E21-E69

DVD+RW/R, Audio CD (CD-DA),
Video CD, CD-RW/R (CD-DA,
Video CD format, MP3 file
format)

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Sharp Electronics (UK) Ltd. (“Sharp”) guarantees to provide for the repair, or at its option the
replacement, of this product subject to the conditions listed below:-

1. This guarantee shall only apply to faults which are due to inferior workmanship or materials. It does
not cover faults or damage caused by accident, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect, tampering
with the product, or repair other than by a Service Facility appointed by Sharp.

2. As this product is intended for private domestic use only, the guarantee will not apply if the product
is used in the course of a business, trade or profession.

3. To benefit from this guarantee, any fault which occurs must be notified to Sharp, or its appointed
Service Facility within one year from the date this product was purchased. Proof of purchase must
be provided.

4. The guarantee does not cover carriage costs.

5. In the unlikely event of this product requiring repair, please contact the supplier from whom it was

purchased. Where this is not possible, please contact the Sharp Customer Information Centre on
the telephone number given below.

6. No person has any authority to vary the terms or conditions of this guarantee.

7. This guarantee is offered as an additional benefit to your statutory rights, and does not affect these

rights in any way.

If you have any difficulty operating this product, or would like information on other Sharp products,
please telephone the Sharp Customer Information Centre on the number given below.

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