Sharp DV-RW550U User Manual

VCR/DVD RECORDER
COMBINATION

DV-RW550U

OPERATION MANUAL

Before you start

Getting started

Please read this Operation Manual carefully before using
your VCR/DVD RECORDER COMBINATION.

INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL INCLUIDAS.

The region number for

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this unit is 1.

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Precautions

For future reference, record the model and serial numbers (located on
the rear of the unit) in the space provided.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE

SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITAR LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS

LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET
POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

Model No.:

Serial No.:

DV-RW550U

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SER­VICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUAL­IFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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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.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
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1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Este aparato digital de la Clase B cumple con la norma ICES-003 de Canadá.

Note to the CATV System Installer :

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National
Electrical Code, which provides guidelines for proper grounding - in particular, specifying that the cable ground
shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as possible.

CAUTION:

THIS UNIT IS A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI-

FIED 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.

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Precautions (cont’d)

Important Safeguards

Before you start

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions- The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions
should be followed.

5. Cleaning - Unplug this video product from the wall outlet
before cleaning.Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol clean­ers. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for uninterrupted
service and, that for some specific reason, such as the pos­sibility of the loss of an authorization code for a CATV con­verter, is not intended to be unplugged by the user for
cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude the reference
to unplugging the appliance in the cleaning description oth­erwise required in item 5.

6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by
the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7.

Water and Moisture- Do not use this video 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 video product on an unsta­ble cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product
may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and seri­ous damage to the appliance. Use only
with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or
sold with the video product.Any mount­ing of the appliance 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 appliance and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video
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 video product on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface.This video 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 video 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 appliance 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 video product is equipped
with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having
one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way.This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your elec­trician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.

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 appliance.

14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the video 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 No. 70, pro-

vides 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 (Fig. A).

FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

GROUND
CLAMP

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

S2898A

ANTENNA
LEAD
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMP

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

15. Lightning - For added protection for this video 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 video 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 and extension
cords 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 video product through any 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 video product.

19. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video 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 video 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 video

product.

c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the video product does not operate normally by follow-

ing 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 video product to its normal operation.

e. If the video product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in per-

formance this indicates a need for service.

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1.Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required,
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 video product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the video product is in
proper operating condition.

23. Heat - This video product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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Precautions (cont’d)

Location and Handling

Location and Handling

• Do not stand the unit vertically. Install the unit in a horizontal and stable position. Do not place anything directly on top of the
unit. Do not place the unit directly on top of the TV.

• Do not cover or place the unit in enclosed spaces to prevent excessive temperature build up.

• Do not place the unit in direct sunlight, or near heat sources.

• Depending on the use environment, the temperature of the unit may increase slightly.This is not a malfunction.

•Keep the unit away from strong magnetic objects.

• Do not place any object containing water or other liquids on the unit. In the event that liquid should enter the cabinet, unplug
the unit immediately and contact the retailer or service centre approved by SHARP immediately.

• Do not remove the unit cabinet.Touching parts inside the cabinet could result in electric shock and/ or damage to the unit.
For service and adjustment inside the cabinet, call a qualified dealer or service centre approved by SHARP.

• Be sure to remove a disc and videotape, and unplug the AC power cord from the outlet before carrying the unit.

Nonuse Periods

Location and Handling

• When the unit is not being used, switch the unit to the Standby mode.

• When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should be unplugged from the household AC outlet.

• Do not place the unit in direct sunlight, or near heat sources.

Copy Protection

This unit supports Macrovision copy protection.
On DVD discs that include a copy protection code, if the contents of the DVD disc are copied using this unit, the copy protec­tion code prevents the DVD or videotape copy from playing normally.

U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093;5,315,448; and 6,516,132.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property
rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Notice for progressive scan outputs

Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts
to be displayed in the picture. In case of picture problems with 525p progressive scan output, it is recommended that the user
switch the connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions regarding your TV set compatibility with this
model 525p DVD recorder, please contact our customer service center.

No Fingers or Other Objects Inside

Do not put your fingers or objects on the disc tray or in the cassette compartment.

Warning of Dew Formation

Moisture may form inside the unit under the following conditions:

• Immediately after a heater is turned on.

• In a steamy or humid room.

• When the unit is suddenly moved from a cold to warm environment.

If moisture forms inside the unit, it may not operate properly or damage the videotape. In such case, turn on the power and
wait for more than two hours for the moisture to evaporate.

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.

is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

Dolby Digital Recording

“Dolby®Digital Recording enables consumers to record high-quality video with stereo sound on recordable DVD
discs.The technology, when utilized instead of PCM recording,also saves recordable disc space, allowing for high­er video resolution or extended recording time on each DVD. DVDs created using Dolby Digital Recording will
play back on all DVD-Video players.”

Note:

This is true when the players are compatible with actual recordable DVD discs.

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Others

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.

“Licensed under one or more of U.S. Pat. 4,972,484, 5,2
5,6

10,985, 5,740,317,5,777,992, 5,878,080,or 5,960,037.”

Maintenance

SERVICING

1. Please refer to relevant topics in the Troubleshooting on pages 98-101 before returning the product.

2. Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. Instead, unplug it and contact a SHARP Authorized Service Center for inspection.
(See

CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY at the end of this manual.)

3. Be sure the service technician uses authorized replacement parts or their equivalents. Unauthorized parts may cause fire, elec­trical shock, or other hazards.

4. Following any service or repair, be sure the service technician performs safety checks to certify that this unit is in safe operat­ing order.

CLEANING THE CABINET

¡Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use a solution containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or

abrasive.

CLEANING DISCS

¡When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth.Wipe the disc from the center out. Do not wipe in a circular motion.
¡Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, detergent, abrasive cleaning agents or antistatic

spray intended for analogue records.

RECOMMENDED MEASURES FOR OPTIMUM PICTURE EXCELLENCE

This unit is a precision device constructed using extremely accurate technology.

¡The disc cannot be played if the disc drive component is worn out or if the internal pick up lens is dirty.
¡If this unit still does not perform properly although you refer to the relevant sections and to Troubleshooting on pages 98-101,

the laser optical pickup unit may be dirty. Consult a SHARP Authorized Service Center for inspection and cleaning of the laser
optical pickup unit.

DISC HANDLING

¡When you handle a disc, hold it by its edge and try not to touch the surface of the disc.
¡Always store a disc in its protective case when it is not used.

AUTO HEAD CLEANING

¡Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a videotape, so you can see a clear picture.
¡Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while the TV program reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the video

heads after a long period of use, or the usage of rental or worn videotape can cause this problem. If a streaky or snowy picture
appears during playback, the video heads in your unit may need to be cleaned.

1. Please visit your local Audio/Video store and purchase a good quality VHS Video Head Cleaner.

2. If a Video Head Cleaner does not solve the problem, please call our help line mentioned on page
Authorized Service Center.

14,678, 5,323,396,5,530,655, 5,539,829, 5,544,247, 5,606,618,

104 to locate a SHARP

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Supplied Accessory

• Remote control
with two “AA” size
batteries

• Round Coaxial cable • Audio/Video cables • Operation Manual • Quick Use Guide

VCR/DVD RECORDER
COMBINATION

DV-RW550U

OPERATION MANUAL

Please read this Operation Manual carefully before using
your VCR/DVD RECORDER COMBINATION.

INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL INCLUIDAS.

The region number for

1

this unit is 1.

DIGITAL AUDIO

Changing the Setting menu

VCR functions Others

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Ta b le of contents

Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Ta b le of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Symbols in this operation manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Functional overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Installing batteries in the remote control . . . . . . . . .10

Using a remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The VCR/DVD recorder Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting/Disc/CD menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DISPLAY menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

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Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Connection to a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Connection to a cable box or satellite box . . . .

Connection to an Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Easy DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Channel setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Getting channels automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Adding/Deleting channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Selecting the TV Stereo or SAP . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Auto Clock Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Manual Clock Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Setting the Daylight Saving Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Selecting the TV aspect ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

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Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Information on DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Recordable disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Recording speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Restrictions on recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Information on copy control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Making discs playable on other DVD player (Finalize)

Formatting a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Choosing the recording format of a blank disc . . . .28

Reformatting a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Recording Audio Select (XP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Basic recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Checking the recording picture and sound quality . .33

One-touch Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Hints for Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Settings for an external source . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Connection to an external source . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Recording from an external source . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Setting a disc to protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Dubbing Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Finalizing the discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Auto finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

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Disc Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Information on DVD playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Guide to displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Basic playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Playing back discs using the disc menu . . . . . . . . . . .49

Playing back discs using the title menu . . . . . . . . . . .50

Special playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Resume playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Fast forward / Fast reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Skipping TV commercials during playback . . . . . . . . .52

Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Step by step playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Slow forward / Slow reverse playback . . . . . . . . . . .53

Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Marker Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

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Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Title/Chapter search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Track search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Time search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Repeat/Random/Program playback . . . . . . . . . .58

Repeat playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Random playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Program playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Selecting a format of audio and video . . . . . . . .60

Switching audio soundtracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Switching subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Switching camera angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Visual Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Information on disc editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Guide to a Title List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Editing discs in Video mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Editing discs in VR mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Editing DVD-RW discs in Video mode . . . . . . . .65

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Putting names on titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Setting or clearing chapter markers . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Editing DVD-RW discs in VR mode (Original) . .69

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Setting titles to protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Releasing titles from protecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Editing DVD-RW discs in VR mode (Playlist) . . .72

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Deleting parts of titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Putting names on titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Setting or clearing chapter markers . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Setting pictures for thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Dividing a title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Combining titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Adding titles to a Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Deleting a Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Editing DVD-R discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Putting names on titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Changing the Setting menu . . . . . . . . .86

Tour of the Setting menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Language setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Display setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Audio setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Settings for Parental lock level . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

VCR functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

Recording and One-touch Timer Recording . . . .95

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One-touch Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Index search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Time search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

Other operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

Tr oubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

RF converter output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Language code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Symbol Description

*Available to DVD+RW discs

*Available to DVD+R discs

Available to Audio CDs

Available to VHS tapes
Use only tapes marked with this unit.

Indicates that you need to select the DVD
mode by pressing DVD on the remote
control before proceeding next step.

Indicates that you need to select the VCR
mode by pressing VCR on the remote
control before proceeding next step.

Available to CD-RW/-R discs with
MP3 files

Available to DVD-Video discs

Available to DVD-RW in Video mode

Available to DVD-RW in VR mode

Available to DVD-R in Video mode

press first.

DVD

press first.

VCR

This unit not only plays back DVDs, CDs and VHS tapes but also offers features for you to record on DVD
discs and edit them after that.The following features are offered with this unit.

Recording

VCR MODEDVD MODE

This unit is compatible with both DVD-RW, which is rewritable repeatedly, and
DVD-R, which is available for one time recording only. Also, this unit allows you
to record to the videotape. You can choose either one for your convenience.

Recording up to 8 programs:

You can program the unit to record up to 8 programs within a month in
advance. Daily or weekly program recordings are also available.

One-touch Timer Recording:

You can easily set recording time as you prefer. Every time REC/OTR on
the remote control or on the front panel is pressed during recording, the
recording time will be increased by 30 minutes up to 8 hours.The record­ing automatically stops when it reached to the recording time you set.

Dubbing mode:

You can copy a DVD disc to a videotape or copy a videotape to a DVD
disc.This function will be possible only if the DVD disc or a videotape is
not copy protected.
You cannot record on a videotape when its erase-protection tab is
removed.

Left channel stereo recording:

This unit can record the Left channel monaural sound as Left and Right
channel sound automatically.

DVD MODE

REC MONITOR:

You can confirm the picture and the sound quality for recording of the current
recording speed which you set. If you want to change the recording speed, press

REC MODE to select a desired recording speed.

Automatic Chapter marker setting:

You can mark each title of recording with chapter markers as you set in
setting menu before recording.

Automatic Title menu making (Video mode):

The unit makes title menus automatically when finalizing the disc.

Automatic Playlist making (VR mode):

A Playlist will be prepared from an Original, so that you can edit titles on a
Playlist as you prefer. An Original is kept as it is.

Automatic finalizing (Video mode):

The unit can finalize discs automatically after finishing all Timer Recordings
or when the disc runs out recordable space.

Playback

DVD MODE

Theater quality sound at your home:

When connecting the unit to an amplifier or a decoder which is compatible with
Dolby Digital or DTS, you can experience the theater quality sound environment.

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using title, chapter or time search
functions.

Start playback from Original and Playlist (VR mode):

You can play back titles from either the Original or the Playlist.

VCR MODE

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the Index search/Time search
functions. An index mark will be assigned at the beginning of each recordings you
make. For Time search function, you can go to a specific point on a videotape by
entering the exact amount of time you wish to skip.

Features

Compatibility

DVD MODE

Playback of discs recorded in Video mode on a other
DVD player (Video mode):

Discs recorded in Video mode can be played back on other DVD players,
including computer DVD drives compatible with DVD-Video playback*. You
will need to finalize the discs recorded in Video mode to play them back on
other DVD players.

* DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording on DVD-RW/-R
discs that was approved by the DVD Forum in 2000. Adoption of this format is
optional for manufactures of DVD playback devices, and there are DVD-Video
players, DVD-ROM drives or other DVD playback devices that do not play back
DVD-RW/-R discs recorded in the DVD-Video Format.

Others

Progressive scan system

Unlike conventional interlace scanning,the progressive scan system provides
less flickering and higher resolution images than the traditional scanning sys­tem does.

Symbols in this operation manual

To show what recording speed or disc type applies to each function, the follow­ing symbols appear at the beginning of each operating item.

* Some DVD+RW/+R discs may not be operated properly because the

unit conforms to the discs recorded in DVD-RW/-R format.

Recording

Disc Playback EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

Changing the Setting menu

VCR functions Others

Editing

DVD MODE

Deleting titles:

You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.

Making your own Playlist (VR mode):

With the Original remains as it is, you can edit titles on various Playlist as
you prefer.

Protecting titles (VR mode):

You can prevent accidental editing or title erasing with protect function.

Putting names on titles.
Setting pictures for thumbnails.
Setting/clearing chapter markers.
Dividing/Combining titles.
Deleting parts of titles, etc.

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Front Panel

POWER

STOP/EJECT

REW F.FWD

REC/OTR

PLAY

DUBBINGCHANNEL

VCR DVD

OUTPUT SELECT

OPEN/CLOSE

STOP PLAY

REC/OTR

(L2)S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L(MONO) - AUDIO - R

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2

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21

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63* 4

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20

1416 13 10

9 8 7

5

DVD DVD/VCR

ANTENNA

IN

AUDIO OUTAUDIO IN

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUTVIDEO IN

(L1)

LY

IN(L1)

OUT

DVD

DVD/VCR

PB
/CB

PR
/CR

L

R

L

R

R

OUT

DVD

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10

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(*) The unit can also

be turned on by
pressing these
buttons.

Before you start

Functional overview

1.POWER button / indicator (DVD/VCR)

Press to turn on and off the unit.
Red LED lights up when power is on.

2. Cassette compartment (VCR)

Insert a videotape here.

3. OPEN/CLOSE A button (DVD)*

Press to open or close the disc tray.

4. VCR indicator

Appears when the VCR output mode is selected.

5.DVD indicator

Appears when the DVD output mode is selected.

6.Disc tray (DVD)

Place a disc when it is opened.

7.AUDIO INPUT jacks (LINE2) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect external equipment with standard audio cables.

8.VIDEO INPUT jack (LINE2) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect external equipment with a standard video cable.

9. S-VIDEO INPUT jack (LINE2) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect the S-Video output of external equip­ment with an S-Video cable.

10. REC/OTR button (DVD)

Press once to start recording.
Press repeatedly to start a One-Touch timer Recording.

11. PLAY B button (DVD)*

Press to start or resume playback.

12.STOP C button (DVD)*

Press to stop playback or recording.
Press to stop the proceeding timer recording in DVD.

13. OUTPUT SELECT button (DVD/VCR)

Press to select the component you wish to operate.

Rear Panel

14. DUBBING button (DVD/VCR)

Press to start VCR to DVD (DVD to VCR) duplication
which you set in the setting menu.

15. CHANNEL L / K buttons (DVD/VCR)

Press to change the channel up and down.

16. Display

Shows various information and messages.

17. PLAY B button (VCR)

Press to start playback.

18. Remote control sensor (DVD/VCR)

Receive signals from your remote control so that you
can control the unit from a distance.

19. REC/OTR button (VCR)

Press once to start a recording.
Press repeatedly to start a One-Touch timer Recording.

20.F.FWD g button (VCR)

Press to rapidly advance the videotape, or view the picture
rapidly in forward during playback (Forward Search).

21. REW h button (VCR)

Press to rewind the videotape, or to view the picture rapidly
in reverse during the playback mode (Rewind Search)

22.STOP/EJECT C/A button (VCR)
EJECT A

button - Press to remove the videotape from

the cassette compartment when the power is on or off.
STOP C button - Press to stop videotape playback
or recording.
Press to stop the proceeding timer recording in VCR.

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1.AC Power Cord (DVD/VCR)

Connect to a standard AC outlet to supply power to this unit.

2. S-VIDEO INPUT jack (LINE1)

(DVD/VCR)

Use to connect the S-Video output of external equip­ment with an S-Video cable.

3.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (DVD only)

Use to connect a TV monitor with component video
inputs with component video cables.

4.AUDIO INPUT jacks (LINE1) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect external equipment with standard
audio cables.

5.AUDIO OUTPUT jacks (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect a TV monitor,AV receiver or other
equipment with standard audio cables.

6. TV ANTENNA IN jack (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect an antenna.

7. TV ANTENNA OUT jack (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect an antenna cable to pass the signal
from the TV ANTENNA IN to your TV monitor.

Note

Do not touch the inner pins of the jacks on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent

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damage to the unit.

8. VIDEO OUTPUT jack (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect a TV monitor,AV receiver or other
equipment with a standard video cable.

9. VIDEO INPUT jack (LINE1) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect external equipment with a standard
video cable.

10. S-VIDEO OUTPUT jack (DVD only)

Use to connect the S-Video input of a TV monitor,AV
receiver or other equipment with an S-Video cable.

11.AUDIO OUTPUT jacks (DVD only)

Use to connect a TV monitor,AV receiver or other
equipment with standard audio cables.

12.COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT jack
(DVD only)

Use to connect an AV receiver, Dolby Digital decoder,
DTS decoder or other equipment with a coaxial digi­tal input jack with a digital coaxial cable.

•

These jacks are
useful only in
DVD mode.

Before you start

Functional overview (cont’d)

Remote Control

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12

13

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15

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VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

(*) In DVD mode, the unit can also be

turned on by pressing these buttons.

1.

POWER button (DVD/VCR)

19

21

23

25

26

29*

31

33*

18*

20

22

24

27
28

30

32

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Press to turn on and off the unit.

2.

Number buttons (DVD/VCR)

Press to select channel numbers.
Press to select a title/chapter/track
on display or a TV channel.
Press to enter values for the set­tings in the setting menu.

3.

DISPLAY button (DVD/VCR)

Press to display the On-screen
display.

4.

TOP MENU button (DVD)

Press to display the top menu.

5.

MENU/LIST button (DVD)

Press to display the Disc menu.
Press to change Original and
Playlist on the TV screen.
(VR mode only)

6. Cursor K / L / { / B
buttons (DVD/VCR)

Press to select items or settings.

7. VCR button

Press to activate the remote
control in VCR mode.
(Refer to page 10)
Press to select the VCR output
mode.

8.

REC/OTR button (VCR)

Press to activate the remote
control in VCR mode.
(Refer to page 10)
Press once to start a recording.
Press repeatedly to start a One­Touch timer Recording.

9. REC MODE button
(DVD/VCR)

Press to change the recording
speed.

10. E button (DVD/VCR)

• DVD mode
During playback, press to play back
in fast reverse.
Or when playback is paused, press
to play back in slow reverse.

• VCR mode
Press to rewind the videotape or
to view the picture rapidly in
reverse during the playback mode.

11.

REC MONITOR button (DVD)

Press to check the video and
audio signals for recording.

12. SKIP H button (DVD)

During playback, press to skip to
the previous chapter or track.
Or when playback is paused,
press to play back in reverse
step by step.

13. SLOW button (VCR)

During playback, press to view
the videotape in slow motion.

14. CM SKIP button (DVD)

During playback, press to skip to
the 30-second advanced point.

15.

DUBBING button (DVD/VCR)

Press to start VCR to DVD
(DVD to VCR) duplication which
you set in the setting menu.

16. ZOOM button (DVD)

During playback, press to enlarge
the picture on the screen.

17. T-SET button

Press to set the unit in the timer
standby mode. In the timer standby
mode, press to cancel the mode
and to turn the unit on.

18. OPEN/CLOSE EJECT A
button *

• DVD mode
Press to open or close the disc tray.

• VCR mode
Press to remove the videotape
from the cassette compartment
when the power is on or off.

19. TIMER PROG. button
(DVD/VCR)

Press to display the timer pro­gram setting menu.

20.

CH K / L buttons (DVD/VCR)

• DVD mode
Press to change the channel up
and down.

• VCR mode
Press to change the channel up and
down.
Press to adjust the tracking during
playback or in slow motion of the
videotape. Also while playback is in
still mode, you can adjust the pic­ture blurred vertically.

21.

VIDEO/TV button (DVD/VCR)

Press to select VIDEO or TV position.

22.

SETUP button (DVD/VCR)

Press to display the setting menu.

23. CLEAR/C.RESET button
(DVD/VCR)

Press to clear the program once
entered in the timer recording setting
menu

• DVD mode
Press to clear the password entered,
to cancel the programming for CD, to
clear the highlighted marker number
in the marker setup mode, etc.

• VCR mode
Press to reset the tape counter.

24. ENTER button
(DVD/VCR)

Press to confirm or select menu
items.

25. RETURN button
(DVD/VCR)

Press to return to the previously
displayed menu screen.

26.DVD button

Press to activate the remote
control in DVD mode.
(Refer to page 10)
Press to select the DVD output
mode.

27.

REC/OTR button (DVD)

Press to activate the remote
control in DVD mode.
(Refer to page 10)
Press once to start a recording.
Press repeatedly to start a One­Touch timer Recording.

28. D button (DVD/VCR)

• DVD mode
During playback, press to play
back in fast forward.
Or when playback is paused,
press to play back slow forward.

• VCR mode
Press to rapidly advance the
videotape or view the picture
rapidly in forward during playback.

29. PLAY B button *
(DVD/VCR)

Press to start or resume playback.

30. SKIP G button (DVD)

During playback, press to skip to
the next chapter or track.
Or when playback is paused,
press to play back in forward
step by step.

31.PAUSE F button
(DVD/VCR)

Press to pause playback or recording.

32. SEARCH button (VCR)

Press to call up the index or
time search menu.

33.STOP C button *
(DVD/VCR)

Press to stop playback or recording.

34.AUDIO button (VCR)

During playback a HiFi videotape,
press to change the AUDIO OUT
setting “HiFi” and “MONO”.

Recording

Disc Playback EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

Changing the Setting menu

VCR functions Others

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2

3

VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

POWER

STOP/EJECT

REW F.FWD

REC/OTR

PLAY

DUBBINGCHANNEL

VCR DVD

OUTPUT SELECT

OPEN/CLOSE

STOP PLAY

REC/OTR

OUTPUT SELECT button

DVD
indicator

VCR
indicator

DVD
button

VCR
button

VCR DVD

OUTPUT SELECT

Functional overview (cont’d)

Installing batteries in the remote control

Install two “AA” size batteries (supplied), matching
their polarity to those indicated inside battery com­partment of the remote control.

Note

Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards
such as leakage and bursting. Please follow the
instruction below.

• Do not mix new and old batteries together.

•Do not use different kinds of batteries together.
Although they may look similar, different batter­ies may have different voltages.

•Make sure that the plus and minus ends of each
battery match the indications in the battery
compartment.

• Remove batteries from equipment that is not
going to be used for a month or more.

•When disposing of used batteries, please comply
with governmental regulations or public rules for
environmental protection that apply in your
country or area.

• Do not recharge, short-circuit, heat, burn or dis­assemble batteries.

Using a remote control

Keep in mind the following when using the remote
control:

•Make sure that there is no obstacle between the
remote control and the remote sensor of the unit.

• Remote operation may become unreliable if strong
sunlight or fluorescent light is on the remote sen­sor of the unit.

• Remote control for different devices can interfere
with each other. Avoid using remote control for
other equipment located close to the unit.

•Replace the batteries when you notice a fall-off of
the operating range of the remote control.

• The maximum operable range as follows;

Beeline

:approximately 23 feet

(7m)

Either side of center: approximately 16 feet

(5m) within 30 degrees

Above: approximately 16 feet

(5m) within 15 degrees

Below: approximately 10 feet

(3m) within 30 degrees

The VCR/DVD recorder Switching

Because this product is a combination of a VCR and a DVD recorder, you must select first which com­ponent you wish to operate with OUTPUT SELECT.

VCR MODE

Press VCR on the remote control.

(Verify that the VCR indicator is lit.)

(Verify that the DVD indicator is lit.)

Press DVD on the remote control.

Note

•Pressing only OUTPUT SELECT on the front

panel DOES NOT switch the mode of the
remote control. You MUST select the correct
mode on the remote control.

•Pressing REC/OTR (DVD) or REC/OTR (VCR)

on the remote control switches immediately it’s
respective mode so that you can start recording
directly on the appropriate media.

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DVD MODE

Before you start

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Functional overview (cont’d)

Guide to Displays on-screen menu

This unit uses the following on-screen menu for most operations: Easy Setting Menu, Advanced Setting Menu,
Title List, and DISPLAY menu.They allow you to change the playback status of the disc during playback.
The DISPLAY menu also gives you information on the playback status of the disc or a videotape.

Setting/Disc/CD menus

Press SETUP to display Easy Setting Menu or Advanced Setting Menu. Choose either Menu using
Cursor K / L, then press ENTER to display it.

These menus allow you to perform all main functions and change important settings.

Easy Setting Menu consists of the setting menus frequently needed. Items with mark indicate such setting menus.This operation
manual explains operation procedures using Advanced Setting Menu screen. However, you can skip several steps in Advanced Setting
Menu by choosing Easy Setting Menu for the items with mark.The steps which can be skipped are specified next to mark.

Easy Setting Menu

OSD Language English

Clock

Channel

DVD-RW Recording Format VR mode

Timer Programming

Auto Finalize

Progressive OFF

Disc

Advanced Setting Menu

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

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Recording

2

Display

3

Select Video

4

Clock

5

Channel

6

Disc

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Easy Setting Menu

1. Playback:

To set up the unit to play back
discs as you prefer.

2. Recording:

To set up the unit to record on
discs or tapes as you prefer.

3. Display:

To set up the OSD screen and the
front display of the unit as you prefer.

4. Select Video:

To choose a line input to record
on DVD discs or tapes from
other video equipment.

5. Clock:

To set up the clock of the unit.

6. Channel:

To adjust the channel setting of
the unit as you prefer.

Note

• This is an example screen only for explanation. Displayed items are depending on the disc you inserted.

DVDVCR

7. Disc / CD Playback Mode:

“Disc” is available only when a
DVD-RW and a DVD-R only in
Video mode disc is inserted into
the unit. When a DVD-Video
disc (commercially available), a
new DVD-R disc or a finalized
DVD-R disc is inserted into the
unit, you cannot select “Disc”.
“CD Playback Mode” is avail­able only when an Audio CD
disc, a CD-RW/-R disc with
MP3 is inserted into the unit.

Screen for DVD-RW, DVD-R (Video mode):

Disc

Title List

1

1

Format

2

2

Finalize

3

3

3. Finalize / Undo Finalize:

Allows you to finalize a disc with
titles recorded with this unit. Undo
Finalize reverses the finalized condi­tion to the original, unfinalized one.

•

In Video mode, you cannot Undo Finalize
DVD-RW discs finalized by machines
manufactured by other companies and
any DVD-R discs. Some of our recorder
models may not be able to Undo Finalize
DVD-RW discs finalized by this unit.

•

In VR mode, you can Undo Finalize any
DVD-RW discs, including the ones final­ized by machines manufactured by other
companies.

•

If you protect a disc by setting Disc
Protect ON after finalizing it, you cannot
use other editing functions (Playlist,
Original, Format, and Undo Finalize).

4.

Disc Protect (VR mode only):

Recording

Disc Playback EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

Allows you to protect a disc from

Screen for DVD-RW (VR mode):

Disc

Playlist

1

1

Original

1

1

Format

2

2

Finalize

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Disc Protect OFF ON

4

1.

Title List / Playlist / Original:

accidental editing or recording.

Screen for Audio CD:

CD Playback Mode

Random Play

5

Program Play

6

Changing the Setting menu

Turns on a Title List, Playlist or
Original, which shows the record­ed titles on the disc.

2. Format (DVD-RW only):

Allows you to erase all of the
recorded content on the disc.
The disc will be completely blank.

•

Erased content cannot be retrieved.

•

A DVD-RW disc formatted with this

5. Random Play:

To activate the random playback
feature.

6. Program Play
(Audio CD):

To a c t i vate the programmed play­back feature.

VCR functions Others

unit cannot be used on other DVD
recorders for recording.

•

If you want to use a disc format­ted with this unit on another
DVD recorder, you have to refor­mat the disc on that recorder.

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DISPLAY menu

DVD mode

DVD

press first.

Before you start

Functional overview (cont’d)

Press DISPLAY to call up the
display menu.This menu will give
you the information on the disc.
Some operations are available
while disc is played back.

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DVD-RW

Video mode

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1. Indicates a disc type and a

format mode.

Note:

In some descriptions on this
manual, only one disc type is
indicated as an example.

2. Indicates a current channel

number and an audio status of
the program.

3. Indicates a recording speed

and possible recording time
left.

4. Indicates a title number, chap-

ter number, and the time
elapsed of disc playback.

5. Each icon means:

: Search
: Audio
: Subtitle
: Angle (except VR mode)
: Repeat
: Marker
: Noise Reduction
: Zoom

6. Indicates current disc status.

Note

• This is an example screen
only for explanation.
Displayed items are depend­ing on the actual mode.

• Display function is not avail­able when the disc is not
inserted.

VCR mode

VCR

press first.

Press DISPLAY to call up the
display menu.

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1. Indicates current video status.

2. Indicates the current time.

3. Indicates a current channel

number and an audio status of

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3

the program.

4. Indicates a recording or play-

ing speed.

5. Indicates a Tape Counter.

6. Audio status of the current

playing back the videotape.

Note

• This is an example screen
only for explanation.
Displayed items are depend­ing on the actual mode.

Before you start

Functional overview (cont’d)

Front Panel Display Guide

4

2

1

3

6

7

5

1. Current status of the unit

: Appears when a disc or a

videotape play is paused.

: Appears when playing back

a disc or a videotape.

: Appears when the timer

programming or OTR has
been set and is proceeding.
Flashes when all Timer
Recording have been finished.

: Appears during recording

process.
Flashes when a recording
pauses.

:
Appears during repeat play­back (disc playback only).

:Appears when a videotape

is in the unit.

2. Disc type and Current sta­tus of the unit

:

Appears when an audio CD
is on the disc tray.

:

Appears when a DVD disc
is on the disc tray.
Appears when the timer
recording is proceeding in
DVD.

• During Timer Recording or timer standby mode on one component, , mark (during Timer
Recording), DVD,VCR indicator will disappear when the unit switches to the other component.
However, the function indicated by each mark is still working. (It does not mean the cancellation of Timer
Recording or timer standby mode.)

Appears when DVD is in
the timer recording stand­by mode.
Flashes when a program
cannot be performed for
some reasons.

:
Appears when a DVD-R
disc is on the disc tray.

:
Appears when a DVD-RW
disc is on the disc tray.

: Appears when the timer

recording is proceeding in
VCR.
Appears when VCR is in
the timer recording stand­by mode.
Flashes when a program
cannot be performed for
some reasons.

:
Appears during VCR to
DVD duplication process.

:
Appears during DVD to
VCR duplication process.

Display message

Appears when the disc
tray is opening.

Appears when the disc
tray is closing.

3. Recording speed

Indicates the recording speed of
the disc or a videotape.

4. Title/Track and Chapter
mark

: Appears when indicating a

title/track number.

: Appears when indicating a

chapter number.

5. Displays the following

• Played-back time/remaining
time

• Current title/chapter/track
number

• Recording time

• Clock

• Channel number

• VCR tape counter

•

Remaining time for a one-touch
timer recording

6. :

7. :

Appears in the afternoon
with the clock display.

Appears when the pro­gressive scan system is
activated.

Appears when a disc is
loaded on the disc tray.

Appears when data is
being recorded on a disc.

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VCR functions Others

Note

• Time display during recording/playback

The recording time and playback time of this unit will display about 0.1% faster than the real
recording/playback time.When broadcasting images, 29.9 frames are sent per second.This unit calculates
30 frames as one second. For this reason, time will display about 0.1% faster. For example, if you record
for 1 hour, in reality there will be 1 hour of recorded material. However, the time display on this unit will
be "60 min. X 0.999 = 59.94 min. = 59 min. 56 sec.".

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Connections

DVD DVD/VCR

ANTENNA

IN

AUDIO OUTAUDIO IN

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUTVIDEO IN

(L1)

LY

IN(L1)

OUT

DVD

DVD/VCR

P

B

/C

B

P

R

/C

R

L

R

L

R

R

OUT

DVD

(Back of TV)

Plug in the AC power cord of this unit.

or

Cable
Signal

Connect

Antenna

(Back of this unit)

Round Coaxial Cable

(supplied)

Connect

3

2

4

or

Cable
Signal

Disconnect

Antenna

(Back of TV)

1

DVD DVD/VCR

ANTENNAINAUDIO OUTAUDIO IN

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUTVIDEO IN

(L1)

LY

IN(L1)

OUT

DVD

DVD/VCR

P

B

/C

B

P

R

/C

R

L

R

L

R

R

OUT

DVD

DVD DVD/VCR

ANTENNAINAUDIO OUTAUDIO IN

S-VIDEO

AUDIO
OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUTVIDEO IN

(L1)

LY

IN(L1)

OUT

DVD

DVD/VCR

P

B

/C

B

P

R

/C

R

L

R

L

R

R

OUT

DVD

or

DVD

AUDIO IN VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO IN

P

B/CB

Y

P

R/CR

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

OUT

DVD

DVD/VCR

VIDEO OUT

DVD/VCR

AUDIO OUT

L

R

DVD

AUDIO

OUT

L

R

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

Y

P

B

/C

B

P

R

/C

R

DVD

Connection to a TV

Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of the equipment you possess.

Basic Audio

Method 1

Good picture

Method 2 Method 3

Better picture Best picture

TV

Audio cable

(supplied)

Video
cable
(supplied)

This unit

VIDEO OUT

•

These jacks are useful
only in DVD mode.

AUDIO OUT

Note

• Connect this unit directly to the TV. If the Audio/Video cables are connected to a VCR, pictures may be
distorted due to the copy protection system.

• Method 2 and method 3 are only useful in DVD mode.

• Although you can view images when using the connection Method 1 and 2 while progressive scan is acti-

S-Video
cable
(commercially
available)

S-VIDEO OUT

Component
Video cables
(commercially
available)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

vated, they are in interlace mode.

If your TV is compatible with progressive scan (525p / 480p) and you want to enjoy that high quality picture;

You must select the connection Method 3 above and progressive scan mode.To set
the mode, press
on the “Playback” sub menu of the Advanced Setting Menu.Then press
“P.SCAN” will appear on the display of this unit.

If your TV is not compatible with progressive scan;

Use this unit in interlace mode. Make sure that no “P.SCAN” is on the display of this
unit. If not, press SETUP and set “Progressive” to “OFF” on the Easy Setting Menu,
or on the “Playback” sub menu of the Advanced Setting Menu.Then press ENTER.

“P.SCAN” on the display of this unit will disappear.

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SETUP and set “Progressive” to “ON” on the Easy Setting Menu, or

ENTER.

Progressive

ON

OFF

Progressive

ON

OFF

DVD

DVD

Connections

Round Coaxial Cable

(supplied)

(Back of this unit)

IN

OUT

(Back of TV)

Cable

Signal

Connection A

(Cable box or

Satellite box)

ANTENNA

IN

OUT

Round Coaxial Cable (supplied) Round Coaxial Cable

(Back of TV)

IN

OUT

(Cable box or

Satellite box)

Cable

Signal

Connection B

(Back of this unit)

ANTENNA

IN

OUT

Connection to a cable box or satellite box

Select this connection when you want to view or record a scrambled channel.With this connection, channels
cannot be changed on this unit. You can view or record ONLY the channels you have selected on the cable
box or the satellite box.

• While you are recording, only the recorded channel can be viewed.

To select channels of the cable box or satellite box

1) Turn on this unit by pressing POWER .The “POWER” indicator on the front panel will appear. Then,
press CHANNEL to select channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as the output channel of the cable box or
satellite box).

• If noise appears on the TV screen, press VIDEO/TV on the remote control.

• If you use the channel 4, you will need to change this unit’s RF output to channel 4.

• Refer to “RF converter output” on page 101.

2) At the TV, select channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as you have selected at STEP 1)).

3) At the cable box or satellite box, select the channel you want to view or record.

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Select this connection when you want to change channels on this unit.With this connection, you may watch
one channel while recording another.

• You may not view or record a scrambled channel.

To select channels of the cable box or satellite box

1) At the cable box or satellite box, select channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as this unit’s RF output chan­nel.)

• Refer to “RF converter output” on page 101.

2) At the TV, select the same channel as the output channel (3 or 4) of the cable box or satellite box.

3) Turn on this unit by pressing POWER. The “POWER” indicator on the front panel will appear. Then,
select the channel you want to view or record.

• If noise appears on the TV screen, press VIDEO/TV on the remote control.

To play back a DVD disc or a videotape

Follow the STEPs 1) to 2) above, to playback a DVD disc or a videotape.

• Refer to “Playback” on pages 47-48, 95.

To view one channel while recording another

1) While you are recording on this unit, press VIDEO/TV.

2) At the cable box or satellite box, select the channel you want to view.

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Connections

DVD/VCR

AUDIO OUT

L

R

DVD

AUDIO

OUT

L

R

or

DVD

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COAXIAL

Connection to an Audio System

• When you change the connections, all devices should be turned off.

• Refer to the operation manual accompanying external devices for more information.

AUDIO

This unit

Method 1

Stereo system

Audio cable

(supplied)

AUDIO OUT

Analog audio
input jacks

Method 2

Dolby Digital decoder, DTS decoder,

MD deck or DAT deck

Audio Coaxial

Digital cable

(commercially

available)

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

Setting

Connection

If output is Dolby Digital encoded
audio, connect to a Dolby Digital
decoder.

If output is DTS encoded audio, con­nect to the DTS decoder.

Digital audio
input jack

SETUP>Advanced Setting Menu

>Playback >Digital Out >

PCM

Dolby Digital DTS

-

Stream

-

PCM

OFF

ON

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If output is encoded audio for both
Dolby Digital and DTS, connect to
the decoder which encodes multiple

-

Stream

ON

audio sources.

Connecting to an MD deck or DAT
deck.

If not connected to any external
devices.

-

PCM

-

PCM

OFF

OFF

* To complete these settings, refer to pages 91-92.

Note

• By connecting this unit to a Multi-channel Dolby
Digital decoder, you can enjoy high-quality Dolby
Digital 5.1 channel surround sound as heard in the
movie theaters.

• The audio source on a disc in a Dolby Digital 5.1
channel surround format cannot be recorded as digital
sound by an MD or DAT deck.

• By connecting this unit to the DTS decoder, you can
enjoy 5.1 channel Surround System which reproduces
the original sound as truthfully as possible. 5.1 channel
Surround System is developed by the Digital Theater
System Inc.

• Playing back a DVD using incorrect settings may gen­erate noise distortion and may also damage the speak­ers.

Getting started

DVD-RW VR DVD-RW Video

You want to

Record TV programs
Reuse by deleting unwanted contents
Edit recorded contents
Edit/Record from connected equipment
Copy discs for distribution
Play on other DVD equipment

*1

*1

DVD-RW VR DVD-RW Video

Features

Recording

Rewritable? Yes Yes
Can create chapters at fixed intervals (auto.) Yes Yes
Can create chapters wherever you like (manual) Yes No
Can record 16:9 size pictures Yes Yes
Can record Copy-Once programs Yes No

Editing

Can perform basic edit functions Yes Yes
Can perform advanced edit functions (Playlist edit) Yes No

No
Ye s
No
Ye s
No

Ye s
No

*1

DVD-RW (VR mode) can only be played on DVD equipment that is VR compatible.

DVD-R Video

DVD-R Video

: Most suitable. : C an be used. : Some functions are limited. : Cannot be used.

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Easy DVD recording

The following will help you to understand easily how to record on DVD discs.
Make sure batteries are in the remote control and you have connected this unit and the TV correctly.

Step 1: Choose a disc type

There are several types of recordable DVD discs
to choose from. Choose a recordable DVD disc
type based on your playback/recording/editing
needs. See “DVD disc types” at the bottom of this
page for more information on the differences
among various compatible media.

This unit can record on the
following type of discs.

or

4.7

For example, when you want to
record repeatedly on the same disc
or when you want to edit the disc
after recording, select the
rewritable DVD-RW type disc.

When you want to save recordings
without any alteration, a non­rewritable DVD-R can be your

choice.

Step 2:

Insert a blank disc

Remote Control

Turn on the unit.

1

Select the DVD

2

mode.

Open the disc tray.

3

Insert a record-

4

able disc you wish
to record.

Close the

5

disc tray.

This operation may take a while to be
recognized.

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DVD disc types

Note

For details of the above functions and implied restrictions, see the expla­nations inside this operation manual.

Format the disc

Insert the disc in the unit.
Then, format the disc from
the setting menu. Video for­mat (Video mode) or Video
recording format (VR mode)
will be available depending on
the inserted disc type.

Formatting is only neces­sary to prepare the disc
for recording.Details are
on pages 28-29.

When you format a disc, the
entire contents on that disc
will be erased.

• The unit automatically
starts formatting when an
unused disc is inserted.

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Getting started

Easy DVD recording (Cont’d)

Step 3: Select the

recording
speed

XP 0:58

Step 4: Select the

desired
channel

CH 12

Hint 1: Play back the recorded contents

You can select the title you want to play back from a displayed menu and immedi­ately start playback. Recorded contents are easi­ly accessible, with simple procedure of choosing
a title on a chapter on the menu screen.

What are titles and chapters?

The contents of a DVD disc are generally
divided into titles.Titles may be further divid­ed into chapters.

Start Rec. Stop/Start Stop Rec.

Title 1 Title 2

Chapter 1 Chapter 1Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 2

Step 5: Record to

DVD discs

I

Step 6: Stop the

Record

Hint 2: Edit the recorded disc

You will find editing discs is easy.This unit offers convenient editing functions
which are possible only with DVD-RW/-R discs.

Title List offers the following editing functions.

• Putting names on titles

• Setting pictures for thumbnails

• Setting/clearing chapter markers

• Deleting parts of titles or scenes

(Possible editing functions depend on the recording format and editing method.)

Original and Playlist (VR mode)

You can edit the contents on a Playlist without changing the original record­ings. A Playlist does not take up much disc space.

What “Original” or “Playlist” is for?

Throughout this operation manual, you will find Original and Playlist to refer to
the original content and the edited version.

•

Original content refers to what’s originally recorded on the disc.

•

Playlist content refers to the edited version of the original content.

Finalizing a Disc

•You need to record in Video mode and finalize the disc to play it back on other
players.

•

Once you finalize a disc recorded in Video mode, you cannot record or edit any
information on the disc.

• Discs recorded in VR mode can still be edited after finalization.

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Wait for a moment.

Appears only DVD-RW in
VR mode.

C

This operation may
take a while to be
completed.

Getting started

Getting channels automatically

Right after the purchase of the
unit and whenever you move to a
new area, we recommend available
channels in your area be stored
using “Auto Preset” in the
Channel Preset of the setting
menu.

4

Select “Channel” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Channel menu will appear.

1

Press POWER to turn on the
unit.

Channel setting

Screen for Advanced Setting Menu:

Channel

Auto Preset

Manual Preset

TV Audio Select Stereo

DVDVCR

1

4
5

6

3

6

2

Turn on the TV and be sure to
select the input to which the
unit is connected.

3

Press SETUP.

Easy Setting Menu or Advanced
Setting Menu will appear.

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

Recording

Display

Select Video

Clock

Channel

Disc

Easy Setting Menu

5

Select “Auto Preset” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

The unit will start getting chan­nels available in your area.

CH 1

Auto Presetting Now

Wait for several minutes to finish
channel scanning.

6

Press SETUP to exit.

•You can select only the channels
memorized in this unit by using
CHANNEL K / L on the front
panel or CH K / L on the
remote control.

To select a channel

You can select a channel by
directly entering channel num­ber using the Number but-

tons on the remote control.
Notes for using the

Number buttons:

•When selecting cable chan­nels which are larger than 99,
enter channel numbers as a
three-digit number (For
example: 117, press 1, 1, 7).

•You must precede single-digit
channel numbers with a zero
(For example: 02, 03, 04 and
so on).

•You can select the line input
mode (“L1” or “L2”). To
select, press 0, 0, 1.To select
“L2”, press 0, 0, 2. Details are
on page 41.

Note

•You cannot change the channel
when one of the components
of the unit (VCR or DVD) is in
the recording, OTR or Timer
Recording mode.

•If the auto presetting is can­celed during presetting, some
of the channels not yet preset
may not be received.

•The selection will depend on
how you receive the TV chan­nels.

To cancel the auto preset­ting during scanning:
Press RETURN or
SETUP to cancel.

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VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

Adding/Deleting channels

The channels you no longer
receive or seldom watch can be
deleted from the memory. You can
also add channels manually into
memory.

1

Press SETUP.

Easy Setting Menu or Advanced
Setting Menu will appear.

2

Select “Channel” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Channel menu will appear.

Screen for Advanced Setting Menu:

Channel

Auto Preset

Manual Preset

TV Audio Select Stereo

DVDVCR

Getting started

Channel setting (cont’d)

4

Select the channel number to
add or delete.

Press Cursor { or CH L to
move to a smaller channel num­ber.
Press Cursor B or CH K to
move to a larger channel number.

Cursor { / B to move

•Press
through the channels one by
one, including the ones not in
the channel memory, while press
CH K / L to move through the
channels only in the channel
memory.

Press the Number buttons to
select a channel number directly.

Manual Preset

CH 2

Add

Delete

DVDVCR

4

1
6

2

3
4
5

3

Select “Manual Preset” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Manual Preset menu will appear.

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Manual Preset

CH 2

Add

Delete

DVDVCR

5

Select “Add” or “Delete”
using Cursor K / L, then
press ENTER.

The channel number will be
added or deleted from a channel
memory. Then the next channel
number will appear so that you
can continue adding or deleting
channels.

6

Press SETUP to exit.

Selecting the TV Stereo or SAP

VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

You can select an audio channel
to output from TV.

1

Press SETUP.

Easy Setting Menu or Advanced
Setting Menu will appear.
If Advanced Setting Menu is dis­played, proceed to STEP 3.

Easy Setting Menu

OSD Language English

Clock

Channel

DVD-RW Recording Format VR mode

Timer Programming

Auto Finalize

Progressive OFF

Disc

Advanced Setting Menu

DVDVCR

2

Select “Advanced Setting
Menu” using Cursor K / L,
then press ENTER.

Advanced Setting Menu will appear.

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

Recording

Display

Select Video

Clock

Channel

Disc

Easy Setting Menu

Getting started

4

Select “TV Audio Select”
using Cursor K / L, then
press ENTER.

Option window will appear.

TV Audio Select

Stereo

SAP

DVDVCR

The default is “Stereo”.

5

Select “Stereo” or “SAP”
using Cursor K / L, then
press ENTER.
Stereo:

Outputs main-audio.

SAP(Secondary Audio
Program):

Outputs Sub-audio.
Refer to the item in “Glossary”
on page 103 for more informa­tion.

6

Press SETUP to exit.

1
6

2

3
4
5

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3

Select “Channel” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Channel menu will appear.

Channel

Auto Preset

Manual Preset

TV Audio Select Stereo

Notes on TV channel audio

• If you want to record a TV program available in second audio or

stereo on a DVD-RW/-R or video tape, you have to select either
Stereo or SAP in the Channel Preset screen beforehand. Refer to
the following table to check an appropriate setting.

DVDVCR

Selected audio

Stereo STEREO+SAP STEREO STEREO

SAP STEREO+SAP SAP SAP

Broadcast audio

STEREO STEREO STEREO
MONO+SAP MONO MONO
MONO MONO MONO

STEREO STEREO STEREO
MONO+SAP SAP SAP
MONO MONO MONO

Disc (Videotape) Audio output
recording

•You can only play back the disc in second audio if a TV program is

available in second audio and you set “TV Audio Select” to “SAP”.

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VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

Set the correct time before using
Timer Recording. If a Public
Broadcasting Service (PBS) station is
available in your area, follow the Auto
Clock Setting below. If not, follow the
Manual Clock Setting on pages 23.

Auto Clock Setting

Make sure:

• The antenna/CATV connections
are correct.

• If this unit is connected to a
Cable Box or Satellite Box, select
the local PBS station to set the
clock automatically.

1

Press SETUP.

Easy Setting Menu or Advanced
Setting Menu will appear.
If Advanced Setting Menu is dis­played, proceed to STEP 3.

Easy Setting Menu

OSD Language English

Clock

Channel

DVD-RW Recording Format VR mode

Timer Programming

Auto Finalize

Progressive OFF

Disc

Advanced Setting Menu

DVDVCR

2

Select “Advanced Setting
Menu” using Cursor K / L,
then press ENTER.

Advanced Setting Menu will appear.

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

Recording

Display

Select Video

Clock

Channel

Disc

Easy Setting Menu

3

Select “Clock” using Cursor
K / L, then press ENTER.

Clock menu will appear.

DVDVCR

Auto

ON

Clock Setting

Auto Clock Setting

Daylight Saving Time

Clock

Getting started

Setting the clock

4

Select “Auto Clock Setting”
using Cursor K / L, then
press ENTER.

Option window will appear.

Auto Clock Setting

OFF

Auto

Manual

DVDVCR

The default is “Auto”.

5

• If you do not know the PBS
channel number in your area,
select “Auto” using Cursor
K / L, then press ENTER.

The setting will be activated.

If you know the PBS channel

•

number in your area, select
“Manual” using Cursor
K / L, then press ENTER.

Auto Clock Setting - Manual

Set Channel No.

CH 1

DVDVCR

Enter the PBS channel
number using the Number
buttons or Cursor K / L ,
then press ENTER.

The setting will be activated.

If you want to set the clock manu-

•

ally and cancel the auto clock set­ting function, select “OFF” using
Cursor

K / L,

then press ENTER.

The auto clock setting function
will be canceled.

6

Press SETUP to exit.

7

Press POWER to turn off the unit.

This unit will search for the clock time
only when the power is off. Leave it off for
several minutes to give this unit time to
set the clock on the front display panel.

7

5

1
6

2

3
4
5

Note

• The clock may set itself auto­matically after you connect the
antenna/CATV signal to this
unit and plug in the power
cord. In this case, the current
time will appear on the front
panel display.

• If the current time is not dis­played or the displayed clock
time is not correct, set the
clock manually.

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VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

Manual Clock Setting

Getting started

Setting the clock (cont’d)

1

SKIP 2

Press SETUP.

Easy Setting Menu or Advanced
Setting Menu will appear.
If Easy Setting Menu is displayed,
proceed to STEP 3.

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

Recording

Display

Select Video

Clock

Channel

Disc

Easy Setting Menu

2

Select “Clock” using Cursor
K / L, then press ENTER.

Clock menu will appear.

Clock

Clock Setting

Auto Clock Setting

Daylight Saving Time

DVDVCR

Auto

ON

4

Enter the date (month / day /
year) using Cursor K / L.

Press Cursor { / B to move
the cursor.

Clock Setting

JAN/ 01 / 2005(SAT)

12: 00 AM

DVDVCR

5

Enter the time (hour /
minute) using Cursor K / L,
then press Cursor { / B.

A cursor will move on AM or PM.

Clock Setting

JAN/ 01 / 2005(SAT)

12: 00 AM

DVDVCR

2

3
4
5
6

1

7

Recording

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3

When entering from Easy
Setting Menu, select “Clock”
using Cursor
ENTER. When entering from
Advanced Setting Menu, select
“Clock Setting” using Cursor
K / L

, then press ENTER.

Clock Setting window will appear.

Clock Setting

Press ENTER again.

Default date will appear.

K / L

---- / -- / ---- ( ---- )

-- : ----

, then press

DVDVCR

6

Press Cursor K / L to select
AM or PM, then press ENTER.

Clock menu will appear, then the
settings will be activated.
Although seconds are not displayed,
they will be counted from zero.

Screen for Advanced Setting Menu:

Clock

Clock Setting

Auto Clock Setting

Daylight Saving Time

DVDVCR

Auto

ON

7

Press SETUP to exit.

Note

• Your clock setting will be lost
if either there is a power fail­ure or this unit has been
unplugged for more than 1
minute.

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Getting started

Setting the clock (cont’d)

Setting the Daylight Saving Time

When Daylight Saving Time is
ON, the unit clock will automati­cally move forward 1 hour on the
first Sunday in April and move
back 1 hour on the last Sunday in
October.

1

Press SETUP.

Easy Setting Menu or Advanced
Setting Menu will appear.
If Advanced Setting Menu is dis­played, proceed to STEP 3.

Easy Setting Menu

OSD Language English

Clock

Channel

DVD-RW Recording Format VR mode

Timer Programming

Auto Finalize

Progressive OFF

Disc

Advanced Setting Menu

DVDVCR

3

Select “Clock” using Cursor
K / L, then press ENTER.

Clock menu will appear.

Clock Setting

Auto Clock Setting

Daylight Saving Time

4

Select “Daylight Saving Time”
using Cursor K / L, then
press ENTER.

Option window will appear.

Clock

Daylight Saving Time

ON

OFF

Auto

ON

DVDVCR

1
6

2

3
4
5

VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

DVDVCR

2

Select “Advanced Setting
Menu” using Cursor K / L,
then press ENTER.

Advanced Setting Menu will appear.

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

Recording

Display

Select Video

Clock

Channel

Disc

Easy Setting Menu

The default is “ON”.

5

Select “ON” or “OFF” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Choose “ON” if you are currently
observing the daylight saving time.

6

Press SETUP to exit.

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Selecting the TV aspect ratio

VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

You can select the TV aspect ratio
to match the formats of what you
are playing back on the unit and
your TV screen (4:3 standard or
16:9 widescreen TV).

1

Press SETUP.

Easy Setting Menu or Advanced
Setting Menu will appear.
If Advanced Setting Menu is dis­played, proceed to STEP 3.

Easy Setting Menu

OSD Language English

Clock

Channel

DVD-RW Recording Format VR mode

Timer Programming

Auto Finalize

Progressive OFF

Disc

Advanced Setting Menu

DVDVCR

2

Select “Advanced Setting
Menu” using Cursor K / L,
then press ENTER.

Advanced Setting Menu will appear.

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

Recording

Display

Select Video

Clock

Channel

Disc

Easy Setting Menu

Getting started

4

Select “TV Aspect” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Option window will appear.

TV Aspect

4:3 Letter Box

4:3 Pan & Scan

16:9 Wide

DVD

The default is “4:3 Letter Box”.

Refer to the Note on this
page below.

5

Select a desired option using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

6

Press SETUP to exit.

2

3
4
5

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6

Recording

Disc Playback EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

3

Select “Playback” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Playback menu will appear.

Playback

TV Aspect 4:3 Letter Box

Parental Lock All

Disc Menu Language English

Audio Language Original

Subtitle Language OFF

Digital Out

Dynamic Range Control ON

Fast Forward with Audio ON

Progressive OFF

DVD

Note

If you have a standard TV:

Select “4:3 Letter Box”, for a
full length picture with black
bars on the top and bottom of
the screen. Select “4:3 Pan &
Scan” for a full height picture
with both sides trimmed.

If you have a widescreen TV:

Select “16:9 Wide”.

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Information on DVD recording

Information

This unit can record on DVD-RW and DVD-R discs.
DVD-RW discs allow you to record programs
repeatedly, and the recorded contents can be erased.
DVD-R discs allow you to record programs only
once, and the recorded contents cannot be erased.
You can record programs on DVD-R discs only in
Video mode, while recording format for DVD-RW
discs can be either Video mode or VR mode.

Logo Attributes

8 cm/12 cm, single-sided, single layer disc
Approx. max. recording time (SEP mode):

DVD-RW

DVD-R

600 minutes (4.7GB) (for 12 cm)
180 minutes (1.4GB) (for 8 cm)

8 cm/12 cm, single-sided, single layer disc
Approx. max. recording time (SEP mode):
600 minutes (4.7GB) (for 12 cm)

4.7

180 minutes (1.4GB) (for 8 cm)

Recordable disc

•Discs which can be used with this recorder:

DVD-R: up to 8x (4x disc is recommended)
DVD-RW: 2x and 4x (2x disc is recommended)

•

Discs tested and proven to be compatible
with this recorder:
MAXELL DVD-R TDK DVD-RW 2x
JVC DVD-RW 4x MITSUBISHI DVD-R 8x

About Video mode and VR (Video Recording)
mode

Video mode is the same recording format as DVD­Video discs purchased locally and played back on most
DVD players.To play back the contents recorded in
this mode on other DVD players, you will need to
finalize them (see page 44). However, you can play back
record additional materials or edit discs recorded in
Video mode with this unit without finalization.
VR (Video Recording) mode is a basic recording for­mat for DVD-RW. You can record and edit repeatedly.

Recording speed

You can select a recording speed among 6 options.
The recording time will depend on the recording
speed you select as follows.

Discs recorded in SLP or SEP on this unit
may not be played back on other DVD
recorders or DVD players.

Disc Size

8 cm Disc

12 cm Disc

Recording
speed

XP
SP
LP
EP
SLP
SEP

XP
SP
LP
EP
SLP
SEP

•The actual recording time may deviate from the
time listed above.

•The audio and video quality is getting poorer as
the recording time becomes longer.

•Each time

REC MODE is pressed, recording time

will change and be displayed.

Recording
time *

18 min
36 min
72 min

108 min
144 min
180 min

60 min
120 min
240 min
360 min
480 min
600 min

Video/Sound
Quality

DVD players with are capable of playing
back DVD-RW recorded in VR mode.

Disc type Disc format

Video mode

DVD-RW

DVD-R

VR mode

Video mode

4.7

Functions

Playback, limited recording,
limited editing

Playback, recording,
Original/Playlist editing

Playback, limited recording,
limited editing

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Recording

This Unit DVD Player

Not Playable

Playable

POWER

STOP/EJECT

REWF.FWD

REC/OTR

PLAY

DUBBINGCHANNEL

VCR DVD

OUTPUT SELECT

OPEN/CLOSE

STOP PLAY

REC/OTR

Information on DVD recording (cont’d)

Restrictions on recording

You cannot record copy-protected materials using
this unit. Copy-protected materials includes DVD­Video discs and some satellite broadcasts.
If copy-protected material is encountered during a
recording, recording will be paused or stop automat­ically and an error message will be displayed on
screen.
When recording a TV broadcast or through an
external input, you can display copy control informa­tion on screen.

Information on copy control

Some satellite broadcasts include copy-protected
information. For their recording, refer to the follow­ing.

Disc type / format

ver.1.1, 1.2
ver.1.1, 1.2 CPRM compatible

ver.1.1, 1.2
ver.1.1, 1.2 CPRM compatible

ver.2.0

Recordable
Not Recordable

Copy-free Copy-once

What is “CPRM”?

(Content Protection for Recordable Media)
This is a format used to record copy-once pro­grams. By recording coded data on the area of
DVD discs that ordinary writing software can­not write, it prevents copy-once programs from
being recorded repeatedly on different media.
This unit is CPRM compatible, which means
that you can record copy-once broadcast pro­grams, but then you cannot make a copy of
those recordings. CPRM recordings can only be
made on DVD-RW discs formatted in VR mode,
and CPRM recordings can only be played back
on players that are compatible with CPRM.

Copy­prohibited

Note

• This recorder cannot record on CD-RW or

CD-R discs.

•DVD-RW/-R and CD-RW/-R discs recorded on a

personal computer or a DVD or CD recorder
may not be played back if the disc is damaged or
dirty or if there is dirt of condensation on the
player’s lens.

• If you record on a disc using a personal comput-

er, there are cases in which it may not be played
back because of the settings of the application
software used to create the disc even if it is
recorded in a compatible format. (Check with the
software publisher for more detailed informa­tion.)

• Discs recorded in Video mode on this unit cannot

record any additional materials using other DVD
recorders.

•A DVD-RW disc formatted with this unit cannot be

used on other DVD recorders.

• Since the recording is made by the variable bit rate

(VBR) method, the actual remaining time for record­ing may be a little bit shorter than the remaining
time displayed on the OSD depending on the pic-

ture you are recording.

Making discs playable on other DVD
player (Finalize)

After recording, you must finalize disc in order to
play back on any other unit. (Refer to page 44.)

After finalizing:

• Once DVD-RW/-R (Video mode) is finalized, you

cannot record additional materials or edit.

•You can record additional materials on or edit the

finalized DVD-RW (VR mode).

• When DVD-RW/-R (Video mode) is finalized, title

menu will be created automatically.

Recording

Disc Playback EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

Changing the Setting menu

VCR functions Others

Finalize discs recorded on this unit in order to
play them back on other DVD players.

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VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

Formatting a disc

Choosing the recording format of a blank disc

When inserting a blank disc, the
unit starts to initialize it automati­cally.
After that, you can record on the
disc with a recording format
selected in the setting menu.

1

SKIP 2

Press SETUP.

Easy Setting Menu or Advanced
Setting Menu will appear.
If Easy Setting Menu is displayed,
proceed to STEP 3.

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

Recording

Display

Select Video

Clock

Channel

Disc

Easy Setting Menu

2

Select “Recording” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Recording menu will appear.

Recording

DVD-RW Recording Format

Auto Chapter

Timer Programming

Recording Audio Select (XP)

Auto Finalize

Dubbing Mode

DVD

VR mode

10 minutes

Dolby Digital

VCR DVD

3

Select “DVD-RW Recording
Format” using Cursor K / L,
then press ENTER.

Option window will appear.

DVD-RW Recording Format

Video mode

VR mode

Video mode

DVD Player Compatibility mode.

VR mode

Editing possibility mode.

DVD

The default is “VR mode”.

4

Select “Video mode” or “VR
mode” using Cursor K / L,
then press ENTER.

The recording mode will be set.

5

Press SETUP to exit.

2

3

4

Note

• The recording format setting
is effective only for DVD-RW
discs. You cannot change the
recording format for a DVD­R disc. DVD-R discs will
always be in Video mode.

•

You cannot mix two for­mats on one DVD-RW disc.
When you load a disc once
recorded before, the
recording format cannot be
changed even if you change
it in the setting menu.

• When inserting a blank
DVD+RW or DVD+R disc,
the error message (“Disc
Error”) will appear. This unit

is not compatible with a
DVD+RW/+R disc for
recording.

• Playlist will be created auto­matically when recording on

DVD-RW in VR mode.

1
5

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VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

Reformatting a disc

Recording

Formatting a disc (cont’d)

VR mode is the default recording
format for DVD-RW. You can
change it to Video mode from the
setting menu.

1

Press SETUP.

Easy Setting Menu or Advanced
Setting Menu will appear.

2

Select “Disc” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Disc menu will appear.

Screen for VR mode Disc menu:

Disc

Playlist

Original

Format

Finalize

Disc Protect OFF ON

4

Select “Yes” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Final confirmation window will
appear.

Format

Yes

No

Are you sure?

Yes

No

5

Select “Yes” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Formatting will start.

1

2

3

4
5

Recording

Disc Playback EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

3

Select “Format” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Confirmation window will appear.

Format

Yes

No

Formatting 90%

6

Formatting is complete.

“100%” will be indicated.

Formatting 100%

This operation may take a
while to be completed.

Note

• When you reformat the disc,
all contents of the disc will be
erased.

•If you want to cancel refor­matting at STEP 4 or 5, select
“No”.

•A disc once formatted with
this unit cannot be used on

other DVD recorders.

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VCR/DVD RECORDER

COMBINATION

Auto Chapter

You can set specific time interval
for chapter marks.

1

Press SETUP.

Easy Setting Menu or Advanced
Setting Menu will appear.
If Advanced Setting Menu is dis­played, proceed to STEP 3.

Easy Setting Menu

OSD Language English

Clock

Channel

DVD-RW Recording Format VR mode

Timer Programming

Auto Finalize

Progressive OFF

Disc

Advanced Setting Menu

DVDVCR

2

Select “Advanced Setting
Menu” using Cursor K / L,
then press ENTER.

Advanced Setting Menu will appear.

Advanced Setting Menu

Playback

Recording

Display

Select Video

Clock

Channel

Disc

Easy Setting Menu

4

Select “Auto Chapter” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Option window will appear.

Auto Chapter

OFF

5 minutes

10 minutes

15 minutes

30 minutes

60 minutes

The default is “

10 minutes”.

DVD

5

Select a desired time option
using Cursor K / L, then
press ENTER.

Chapter marks will be put as you
specified.

6

Press SETUP to exit.

2

3

4
5

1
6

3

Select “Recording” using
Cursor K / L, then press
ENTER.

Recording menu will appear.

Recording

DVD-RW Recording Format

Auto Chapter

Timer Programming

Recording Audio Select (XP)

Auto Finalize

Dubbing Mode

30

VR mode

10 minutes

Dolby Digital

VCR DVD

DVD

Note

•The interval for auto chapter
marks may slightly deviate
from the one you specified on
the Auto chapter screen in
Video mode.

•A blank chapter may be creat­ed depending on the remain­ing time of the disc.