Sony RDR-VX535 User Manual

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3-296-707-12(1)

Video Cassette Recorder/ DVD Recorder

RDR-VX535

Operating Instructions

Manual de instrucciones

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabine t. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this DVD recorder is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM

DANGER

CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM.

CAUTION

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VARO!

This label is located on the laser protective housing inside the enclosure.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”

enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

within the product’s

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)

For customers in the U.S.A Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. RDR-VX535

Serial No.______________

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note

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.

Precautions

On safety

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• Operate the recorder only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.

• The recorder is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the recorder itself has been turned off.

• Install this system so that the power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.

• If you are not going to use the recorder for a long time, be sure to disconnect the recorder from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

On placement

• Place the recorder in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the recorder.

• If the recorder is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the recorder and cause damage to the video head, tape, and the optical block. Should this occur, the recorder may not operate properly. When you first install the recorder, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, remove the disc and tape and leave the recorder turned on for about three hours before operating the recorder.

• Do not place the recorder on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes.

• Do not place the recorder in a confined space such as a bookshelf or similar unit.

• Do not place the recorder in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

• Do not place the recorder in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.

• Keep the recorder, discs, and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the recorder.

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

• When you move the recorder, take out any discs. If you do not, the disc may be damaged.

On recording

• Contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if the recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the recorder, disc, etc.

• Make trial recordings before making the actual recording.

Copyrights

• Television programs, films, video tapes, discs, and other materials may be copyrighted. Una uthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmitter and/or program owner.

• 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.

Copy guard function

Since the recorder has a copy guard function, programs rec eived through an external tuner (not supplied) may contain copy protection signals (copy guard function) and as such may not be recordable, depending on the type of signal.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This recorder is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display ima ge displayed on your TV for an extended p eriod of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma display panels and projection televisions are especially susceptible to this.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near

water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation

openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose

of the polarized or groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from

being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/

accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during

lightning storms or when unuse d for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified

service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has be en spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

,continued

About this manual

• Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the recorder if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote.

• The on-screen display illustrations used in this manual may not match the graphics displayed on your TV screen.

• The explanations regarding discs in this manual refer to discs created on this recorder. The explanations do not apply to discs that are created on other recorders and played back on this recorder.

• Icons, such as or , listed at the top of each explanation indicate what kind of media can be used with the function being explained. For details about usable discs, se e “Quick Guide to Disc Types” on page 30.

DVD

Table of Contents

WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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

What is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

How to Use the On-Screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Hookups and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Hooking Up the Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Step 1: Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Step 2: Connecting the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Step 3: Connecting to Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Step 4: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Step 6: Preparing the Remote. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Step 7: Easy Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Quick Guide to Disc Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

DVD Operation

DVD/USB Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Playing a Title From the Title List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Playing MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files on the Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Playing From a Connected USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

DVD Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Before Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

DVD Recording From Connected Equipment Without the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

DVD Timer Recording From Connected Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Changing or Canceling DVD Timer Settings (Timer List) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec) . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

DVD Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Before Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Editing a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Changing the Name of a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Creating a Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Formatting/Renaming/Protecting a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Finalizing a Disc (Preparing a Disc for Playback on Other Equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . 66

,continued

VCR Operation

VCR Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Playing a VHS Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Searching Using Various Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Selecting the Sound During Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

VCR Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Before Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

VCR Recording From Connected Equipment Without the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

VCR Timer Recording From Connected Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec) . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Dubbing (TAPE y DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Dubbing From a VHS Tape to a DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Dubbing From a DVD to a VHS Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 t DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Before DV/D8 Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Connecting a DV Camcorder to the DV IN Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

USB Dubbing (USB t DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Before USB Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Connecting to the USB jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Dubbing From a DVD Camcorder (DVD Backup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Dubbing From a HDD Camcorder (Program Dubbing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Copying JPEG Image Files From a Connected Digital Still Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Using the Setup Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Clock Setting (Clock Set) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

Video Settings (Video) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Audio Settings (Audio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

Recording, VCR, Set Top Box, Control for HDMI Settings (Features) . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Notes About This Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

About i.LINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

DVD Audio/Subtitle Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

What is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder?

This is a DVD recorder with built-in VHS video deck, and allows recording/playback of DVD discs and VHS tapes. DVD editing is also possible.

Recording and timer recording

Record TV programs on a DVD or VHS tape, either manually or using the timer. You need to connect a tuner such as a cable box to this recorder.

Easy selection between DVD and VCR

Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select the media format you want to use.

One Touch Dubbing (DVD y VHS)

Dub in either direction between a DVD disc and VHS tape with the simple press of a button. Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded.

VIDEO DVD

Control your cable box or satellite receiver – Set top box control

Connect the supplied set top box controller to have the recorder change the channel of your cable box or satellite receiver (page 12).

DVD VIDEO

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44 55 66

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DVD

CH 103!

103

VIDEO

Quick access to recorded titles – Title List

Display the Title List to view all titles on a disc and select a title for playback or editing.

Dubbing (DV/USB t DVD)

Connect your DV camcorder or USB device to the recorder to dub video or photo contents to a DVD.

LINE 1 May/02/2008

08:00 PM

Title List (Original)

No.1/4

01 02 03 04

10:10 AM

Title Length Edit

LINE 1 01:29:03 LINE 1 00:31:23 LINE 1 01:59:00 LINE 1 00:58:56

> > > >

Creating your own program – Playlist

Record a program on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), then erase, move or add scenes as you like without changing the original contents.

Original

Playlist

Operation restrictions

i.LINK cable

Dubbing

USB cable

Possible Simultaneous Operations

Current Operation

Playing a VHS tape

VCR

Playback

VCR

Recording

DVD

Playback

— No No Yes

Recording

Recording on a VHS tape No — Yes Yes

Playing a DVD

Recording on a DVD Yes Yes

When pressing DVD, VCR playback stops.

When pressing VIDEO, DVD playback stops.

Only for timer recording. You can also record from LINE1 and LINE2 at the same time.

No Yes — No

No —

DVD

How to Use the On-Screen Menus

The following three displays are mainly used to operate this recorder. Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to use.

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SYSTEM

M/m/</,, ENTER

OPTIONSO RETURN

System Menu

The System Menu appears when you press SYSTEM MENU, and provides entries to all of the recorder’s main functions, such as timer recording and setup. Selectable options on the System Menu differ depending on the media type, disc condition, and operating status.

Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER.

A “Title List”

Displays the list of the disc contents, including the recording information and movie thumbnail image, which allows you to select a title to play or edit.

LINE

May/02/2008 08:00 PM

Title List (Original)

1/4

No. Title Length Edit

01 LINE 1 >01:29:03 02 LINE 1 >00:31:23 03 LINE 1 >01:59:00 04 LINE 1 >00:58:56

10:10 AM

B “Timer”

Used to set a new timer recording for a disc or VHS tape, as well as change or cancel the timer recordings you set.

C “Edit”

Used to create or edit a Playlist (unfinalized DVD-RWs (VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode) only).

D “Dubbing”

Used to dub from a disc to a VHS tape and vice versa, and also dub from a DV/D8 format tape or a USB device to a disc.

E “Disc Setting”

Used to rename, protect, format, or finalize a disc, or erase all titles on the disc. Also, displays the disc information.

F “Setup”

Displays the “Setup” display for setting up the recorder to suit your preferences.

Title List (Original)

Title List

Press ENTER :

Timer

Edit

Title Menu for DVD Title List.

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

10:10 AM

Sub-menu

The sub-menu appears when you select an item from a list menu (e.g., a title from the Title List menu), and press ENTER. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER.

Example: The Title List menu

LINE 1 May/02/2008

08:00 PM

Title List (Original)

1/4

No. Title Length Edit

01 LINE 1 >01:29:03 02 LINE 1 >00:31:23 03 LINE 1 >01:59:00 04 LINE 1 >00:58:56

Options for the selected item

10:10 AM

Play Title Erase Chapter Erase Protect Title Name A·B Erase Divide Title

OPTIONS

The OPTIONS menu appears when you press OPTIONS. You can search for a title/chapter/ track, check the playing and remaining time, or change settings for audio/angle/subtitle. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Press M/m to select an option, press </, to select the desired item, and press ENTER.

Example: When you press OPTIONS while a DVD VIDEO is playing.

DVD

VIDEO

1/4

Title

1/1

Chapter

Time

00:00:25

ENG Dolby D2ch (1/1)

Audio

00:01:30

Remain

2/2 ENG

Subtitle

1/1

Angle

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

Notes

• The OPTIONS menu settings cannot be changed during DVD recording.

• The System Menu does not appear when recording on a DVD, or dubbing from VHS tape to a DVD.

• You cannot use the DVD or VIDEO buttons with the System Menu turned on.

Hookups and Settings

Hooking Up the Recorder

Step 2: Connecting the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner)

Follow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder.

Notes

• Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.

• See the instructions supplie d with the components to be connected.

• You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not have a video input jack.

• Be sure to disconnect the power cord of each component before connecting. Do not connect the power cord until you reach “Connecting the Power Cord” on page 20.

Step 1: Unpacking

Check that you have the following items:

• Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug × 3) (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• Set top box controller (1)

• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

• HDMI cord (1)

This recorder does not include a TV tuner. To record TV programs on this recorder, you need to connect the recorder to a tuner that has audio/ video output jacks. If you have been using your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this recorder to your VCR using an audio/video cord. In this way, you will be able to record TV programs.

You cannot record on this recorder if you have: – a cable box or satellite receiver without audio/

video outputs. – cable with no cable box. – antenna only (no cable TV). In the cases above, contact your cable service or satellite service company to see if they can provide you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver.

Using the cable box/satellite receiver control function

This function allows the recorder to control a cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set top box controller. You can also use the recorder’s remote control to change channels on the cable box/satellite receiver whenever the cable box/ satellite receiver and the recorder are turned on. To use the cable box/satellite receiver control function, you need to: – Check the brand code of your cable box/satellite

receiver. See “Cable Box/Satellite Receiver

Brand Code” (page 121). – Connect the set top box controller (page 13). – Set the brand code number and the recorder’s

input that is connected to the cable box/satellite

receiver (page 23). After setting up the cable box/satellite receiver control, check that the recorder can correctly control the cable box or satellite receiver (page 25).

Connecting a cable box/satellite receiver and set top box controller

Connect the LINE 1 IN jacks using an audio/video cord. With this hookup, you can record any channel on the cable box or satellite receiver. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on. You need to connect to the LINE 1 IN (VIDEO/AUDIO) jacks for the Synchro-Rec function (pages 54 and 80). To record cable or satellite programs, you need to match the input source on the recorder (LINE1) to the input jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE 1 IN). Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on the cable box/satellite receiver.

Wall

Set top box controller (supplied)

S VIDEO

S video cord (not supplied)

OUT

Cable box/ satellite receiver

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

ANT IN

TO TV

to antenna input

LINE 1 IN

Antenna cable (not supplied)

Audio/video cord (not supplied)

VIDEO

Hookups and Settings

to SET TOP BOX CONTROL

SET TOP

BOX

CONTROL

to LINE 1 IN S VIDEO

S VIDEO

AUDIO

to LINE 1 IN

VCR-DVD recorder

COMPONENT

LINE OUT

LINE 1 IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

HDMI OUT

SET TOP

CONTROL

S VIDEO

BOX

COAXIAL

AUDIO

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

: Signal flow

To use an S video cord for enjoying higher quality images

Connect the LINE 1 IN S VIDEO jack using an S video cord (not supplied) instead of the yellow (video) plug of the audio/video cord. Leave the audio plugs connected to the AUDIO L/R jacks. When using this connection, be sure to set “Line1 Input” to “S-Video” in the “Video” setup (page 99). You cannot use the Synchro-Rec function with this connection.

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z Hint

You can also connect a cable box/satellite receiver to the LINE 2 IN jacks on the front panel. In this case, select “Line2” for “Connections” of “Set Top Box Control” in the “Features” setup (page 103).

Notes

• Do not connect to the S VIDEO and yellow VIDEO jacks at the same time.

• Synchro-Recording does not work with some tuners. For details, see the tuner’s operating instructions.

Step 3: Connecting to Your TV

Connect the supplied audio/video cord to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks of the recorder. If your TV has an HDMI jack, or component video input jacks, see page 16 or 17.

INPUT

Hookups and Settings

TV or projector

VCR-DVD recorder

LINE OUT

VIDEO

AUDI O

AUDIO

R L VIDEO

(red) (white) (yellow)

(yellow)

(white)

(red)

to LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R)

LINE 1 IN

HDMI OUT

S VIDEO

SET TOP

BOX

CONTROL

Audio/video cord (supplied)

COMPONENT

LINE OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

COAXIAL

AUDIO

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

: Signal flow

When playing “wide screen” images

Some recorded images may not fit your TV screen. To change the picture size, see page 98.

Note

Do not connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to come from your TV’s speakers.

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If your TV has an HDMI input jack

Connect the HDMI* OUT jack using a certified Sony HDMI cord (supplied). You will enjoy high quality picture and sound. If your TV accepts progressive 1080p format signals, you must use this connection. The HDMI indicator is lit in the front panel display when the recorder outputs signals through the HDMI OUT jack. Be sure to turn off the recorder before connecting an HDMI cord.

* This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI

Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

TV or projector

HDMI IN

to HDMI input

: Signal flow

Using the Control for HDMI functions for ‘BRAVIA’ Sync (for HDMI connections only)

By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cord (supplied), operation is simplified as below:

• One-Touch Play (page 38)

• System Power-Off

When you turn the TV off by using the "/1 button on the TV’s remote, the components compatible with the Control for HDMI function turn off automatically.

HDMI cord (supplied)

HDMI OUT

to HDMI OUT

COMPONENT

LINE OUT

LINE 1 IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

HDMI OUT

SET TOP

CONTROL

S VIDEO

BOX

COAXIAL

AUDIO

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

VCR-DVD recorder

Notes

• You cannot connect the HDMI OUT jack to DVI jacks

that are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on PC

displays).

• During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS

pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the HDMI OUT jack

will output DVD video signals only.

• Depending on the connected component, the Control

for HDMI function may not work. Refer to the

operating instructions supplied with the component.

• The recorder supports only the playback option of

Control for HDMI. “Player” appears on the TV screen

when using the Control for HDMI functions.

To prepare for the ‘BRAVIA’ Sync features

Set “Control for HDMI” to “On” in the “Features” setup (page 104). For details on TV settings, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.

If your TV has component video input jacks

Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. If your TV accepts progressive 480p format signals, you must use this connection and then set “Progressive” of “Video” to “On” in the “Setup” display (page 99). When using this connection, be sure to connect the audio cord to the LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) jacks.

Hookups and Settings

INPUT

TV or projector

AUDIO

(red) (blue)

Audio/video cord (supplied)

(white)

(red)

to LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R)

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

(red)(white) (green)

LINE OUT

VIDEO

AUDI O

HDMI OUT

S VIDEO

SET TOP

BOX

CONTROL

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT

LINE OUT

LINE 1 IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

COAXIAL

AUDIO

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

VCR-DVD recorder

Component video cord (not supplied)

to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(green)

(blue)

(red)

: Signal flow

Note

During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks will output DVD video signals only.

Step 4: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver)

Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to listen to sound through your AV amplifier (receiver).

AUDIO OUT

(white)

(red)

Audio cord (not supplied) (white)

(red)

VCR-DVD recorder to AUDIO OUT (L/R)

COMPONENT

LINE OUT

LINE 1 IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

HDMI OUT

SET TOP

CONTROL

S VIDEO

BOX

COAXIAL

AUDIO

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

to coaxial digital input

INPUT

AUDIO

AV amplifier (receiver)

[Speakers]

Rear (L)

Front (L)

[Speakers]

Rear (R)

Front (R)

AV amplifier (receiver)

Center

with a decoder

Subwoofer

: Signal flow

A Connecting to audio L/R jacks

This connection uses a stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two front speakers for sound.

You can enjoy the surround function that creates virtual speakers from two stereo speakers. Select “Surround1,” “Surround2,” or “Surround3” in “Surround” of the “Audio” setup (page 101).

Surround 1

B Connecting to a digital audio input jack

Use this connection if your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1 Digital or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack. You can enjoy the surround effect of Dolby Digital (5.1ch) or DTS (5.1ch). After you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings under the “Audio” setup (page 100). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers.

Hookups and Settings

Surround 2

Surround 3

Virtual speaker

Note

Make sure that your listening position is between and at an equal distance from your speakers, and that the speakers are located in similar surroundings.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #: 5,451,942 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Out are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

z Hints

• For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components.

• With a coaxial digital connection, you cannot: – use the virtual surround effects of this recorder. – switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-RW/DVD-R

(VR mode) by pressing AUDIO when you s et “Dolby Digital” to “Dolby Digital” in the “Audio” setup (page 100).

Note

During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack outputs DVD audio signals only. You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing VIDEO.

Step 5: Connecting the

Power Cord

Plug the recorder and TV power cords into an AC outlet. After you connect the power cord, you

must wait for a short while before operating the recorder. You can operate the

recorder only after the front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. If you connect additional equipment to this recorder (page 27), be sure to connect the power cord only after all connections are complete.

LINE 1 IN

VIDEO

HDMI OUT

S VIDEO

SET TOP

BOX

CONTROL

AUDIO

to AC outlet <

Step 6: Preparing the Remote

You can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment. Be sure to close the battery cover properly. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the recorder.

Controlling a Sony TV with the remote

You can use this remote to operate your Sony TV.

Note

Depending on the TV, some or all of the buttons below may not work for the TV.

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Notes

• If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 22).

• Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. Do not touch the liquid with bare hands should leakage occur. Observe the following: – Do not use a new battery with an old battery, or

batteries of different manufacturers. – Do not attempt to recharge the batteries. – If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended

period of time, remove the batteries. – If battery leakage occurs, wipe out any liquid inside

the battery compartment, and insert new batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor (marked on the front panel) to strong light, such as direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. The recorder may not respond to the remote.

• With normal use, th e batteries should last about three to six months.

• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.

TV DIGITAL/ ANALOG

TV VOL +/–

TV "/1 TV INPUT

TV CH +/–

The remote performs the following:

Press To

TV "/1 Turn your TV on or off

TV VOL +/– Adjust the volume of your TV

TV CH +/– Select the channel on your TV

TV INPUT Switch your TV’s input

source

TV DIGITAL/ ANALOG

Select the broadcast on your TV that can switch between digital and analog

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If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder

If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this recorder and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player, after you have completed “Step 7: Easy Setup.” The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote is DVD 3.

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SYSTEM

O RETURN

M/m/</,, ENTER

1 Check that Easy Setup (page 23) has been

finished. If Easy Setup has not been finished, first perform Easy Setup.

2 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The System Menu appears.

3 Select “Setup,” and press ENTER.

Setup

No Disc

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Clock Set

Video

Audio

Features

Options

Easy Setup

10:10 AM

4 Select “Options,” and press ENTER.

No Disc

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Options

Language

Parental

Front Display

Command Mode

Factory Setting

10:10 AM

: Auto

: DVD 3

5 Select “Command Mode,” and press

ENTER.

No Disc

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Options

Language

Parental

Front Display

Command Mode

Factory Setting

: Auto

DVD 1

: DVD1 No

DVD 2 DVD 3

10:10 AM

6 Select a command mode (“DVD 1,” “DVD

2,” or “DVD 3”), and press ENTER.

7 Set the command mode for the remote so it

matches the command mode for the recorder you set above.

Follow the steps below to set the command mode on the remote.

A Hold down ENTER.

B While holding down ENTER, enter the

command mode code number using the number buttons.

Command Mode Code number

DVD1 number button 1

DVD2 number button 2

DVD3 number button 3

C Hold down both the number buttons and

ENTER at the same time for more than three seconds.

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

To check the command mode for the recorder

Press x (stop) on the recorder when the recorder is turned off. The command mode for the recorder appears in the front panel display.

If the command mode for the recorder has not been changed, set the command mode for the remote to the default setting of DVD3. If the command mode for the remote is changed to DVD1 or DVD2, you will be unable to operate this recorder.

Step 7: Easy Setup

Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the recorder. Settings are made in the following order.

OSD Language Setup

Cable Box/Sat. Control Setup

Clock Setup

TV Type Setup

Finished!

"/1

Number buttons

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O RETURN

1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press "/1.

The recorder turns on.

M/m/</,, ENTER

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3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that

the signal from the recorder appears on your TV screen.

“Initial settings necessary to operate the DVD recorder will be made. You can change them later using setup.” appears.

• If this message does not appear, select “Easy Setup” in the “Setup” display to run Easy Setup (page 106).

4 Press ENTER.

The setup display for selecting the language used in the on-screen display appears.

Easy Setup

No Disc

Select the screen language.

English Français Español

5 Select a language, and press ENTER.

The setup display for cable box/satellite receiver control appears.

Easy Setup

No Disc

Do you want to control your set top box with this recorder? (Changes to the current setting will

erase all timer settings.)

Ye s No

Easy Setup

No Disc

Enter the brand code of

your set top box.

OK Cancel

• To re-enter the code number, select “Cancel” and return to step 6.

8 Select “OK,” and press ENTER.

The setup display for clock setting appears.

No Disc

Easy Setup

Set the time and date manually.

Month

Day Year

01 2008 Tue

Hour Min

00 AM12 :

AM/PM

12:00 AM

9 Press M/m to set the month and press ,.

Set the day, year, hour, minutes, and AM/PM in the same way, then press ENTER. The day of the week is set automatically. The setup display for selecting the picture size of the connected TV appears.

Select the setting that matches your TV type.

No Disc

Easy Setup

10:10 AM

6 Select whether or not you use the cable

box/satellite receiver control, and press ENTER.

If you want to use the cable box/satellite receiver control (page 12), select “Yes.” If not, select “No,” then go to step 9.

7 Press the number buttons to enter the

brand code of your cable box/satellite receiver.

See “Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code” (page 121).

Select your TV screen type.

16 : 9 4 : 3 Letter Box 4 : 3 Pan Scan

“16:9”: For wide-screen TVs or TVs with a wide screen mode. “4:3 Letter Box”: For 4:3 screen TVs. Displays “wide screen” pictures with bands on the upper and lower sections of the screen. “4:3 Pan Scan”: For 4:3 screen TVs. Automatically displays “wide screen” pictures on the entire screen and cuts off the sections that do not fit. For details, see “Video Settings (Video)” on page 98.

Press ENTER.

Easy Setup

No Disc

Easy Setup is finished.

Finish

Press ENTER when “Finish” appears.

Easy Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete. If you use the cable box/satellite receiver control, check that the control works correctly (page 25).

10:10 AM

Checking the cable box/satellite receiver control setting

1 Turn on the recorder and the cable box/

satellite receiver.

2 Point the recorder’s remote at the recorder

(not at the cable box/satellite receiver).

3 Press CH +/– and check that the channel

changes on the cable box/satellite receiver window.

4 Press the number buttons and check that

the channel changes on the cable box/ satellite receiver window.

Hookups and Settings

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

z Hint

If you want to run Easy Setup again, select “Easy Setup” in the “Setup” display (page 106).

Note

To record TV programs using the timer, you must set the clock accurately.

If you cannot get the recorder to control your cable box/satellite receiver

Check the settings at “Set Top Box Control” in the “Features” setup (page 103). Check the connection and place the set top box controller near the cable box/satellite receiver (page 12). If your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with this recorder, contact your cable or satellite company to see if they can provide you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver.

To fix the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver

Once you have confirmed that the set top box controller controls your cable box or satellite receiver, affix it in place.

1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to the

set top box controller. Remove the backings on the double-sided tape.

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2 Affix it so that the set top box controller is

near the remote control sensor on your cable box/satellite receiver.

Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device

After disconnecting the recorder’s power cord from an AC outlet, connect the other VCR or similar recording device to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. Also refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected equipment. If you connect equipment that has a timer function, you can use the Synchro Rec function (pages 54 and

80). In this case, connect the equipment to the LINE 1 IN (VIDEO/AUDIO) jacks (page 13). For connection to the DV IN or USB jack on the front panel, see page 86 or 89.

Connecting to the LINE 2 IN jacks on the front panel

Connect other VCR or similar device to the LINE 2 IN jacks of this recorder. You can connect a second DVD player and record DVDs.

Other VCR, etc.

OUTPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

Audio/video cord (not supplied)

Hookups and Settings

LINE 2 IN

VIDEO

(MONO)

AUDIO R

VCR-DVD recorder

: Signal flow

to LINE 2 IN

z Hints

• When the connected equipment outputs only monaural sound, connect an audio cord to the white LINE IN AUDIO L (mono) jack.

• To record from connected equipment, select an input source (LINE1 or LINE2) to match the jack you connected to (pages 56 and 82).

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Notes

• Do not connect more than one type of video cord between the recorder and your TV at the same time.

• Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying cannot be recorded. You cannot dub from DVD VIDEOs to this recorder.

• Do not connect the output jack of this recorder to another equipment’s input jack with the other equipment’s output jack connected to the input jack of this recorder. Noise (feedback) may result.

• If you pass the recorder signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on your TV screen.

VCRVCR-DVD recorder TV

Be sure to connect your VCR to the VCR-DVD recorder and your TV in the order shown below. To watch video tapes, watch the tapes through a second line input on your TV.

Line input 1

VCR VCR-DVD recorder TV

Line input 2

Hookups and Settings

Quick Guide to Disc Types

Recordable and Playable Discs

Disc Type

DVD+RW

VR mode

DVDRW

Video mode

DVD+R

DVD+R DL

VR mode

DVDR

Video mode

Disc Logo

Icon used in this manual

RWVR

Video

RVR

Video

Formatting (new discs)

Automatically formatted

Format in VR mode*2 (page 48)

Format in Video

(page 48)

mode

Automatically formatted

Format in VR mode using the “Disc Setting” display (page 64)

Automatically formatted in Video mode

Compatibility with other DVD players (finalizing)

Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalized)

Playable only on VR mode compatible players (finalization unnecessary) (page 66)

Playable on most DVD players (finalization necessary) (page 66)

Playable on DVD+R compatible players (finalization necessary) (page 66)

Playable only on DVD-R VR mode compatible players (finalization necessary) (page 66)

Playable on most DVD players (finalization necessary) (page 66)

Usable disc versions (as of December 2007)

• 8×-speed or slower DVD+RWs

• 6×-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.2 with CPRM

)

• 16×-speed or slower DVD+Rs

• 16×-speed or slower DVD-Rs (Ver.2.0, Ver.2.1 with CPRM)

• 8×-speed or slower DVD+R DL (Double Layer)

discs

Discs that cannot be recorded on

• 8 cm discs

• DVD-RAMs

“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD+R DL,” and “DVD-R” logos are trademarks.

Recording Features Editing Features

Rewrite (page 64)

Auto Chapter (page 50)

Change Title Name (page 61)

Erase Title/ Chapter (page 58)

A-B Erase (page 59)

Divide Title (page 60)

Quick Guide to Disc Types

Playlist (page 62)

Yes Yes Yes Yes/No

Yes Yes Yes Yes/Yes

Yes Yes Yes Yes/No

No Yes Yes Yes/No

No Yes Yes Yes/Yes

No Yes Yes Yes/No

CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is a coding technology that protects copyrights for images.

Unused DVD-RWs are automatically formatted according to the setting of “Format DVD-RW” in “Features” setup (page 103).

Erasing titles only frees up disc space if you erase the last title.

Erasing titles or chapters frees up disc space.

Erasing titles or chapters does not free up disc space.

When using DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs, see the instructions supplied with the discs.

Yes Yes No

Yes Yes Yes

No No No

Yes Yes Yes

No No No

For DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD-Rs (Video mode), and DVD+Rs, the Auto Finalize function is available (page 67).

Playable Discs

Disc Type Disc Logo

DVD VIDEO

DVD-RAM —

VIDEO CD

DATA CD

DATA DVD —

8 cm DVD+RW/ DVD-RW/DVD-R

——

Icon used in this manual

DVD

RAM

VCD

DATA CD

DATA DVD

Characteristics

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

DVD-RAMs recorded by another recording device. 12 cm discs without cartridges, or removable from their cartridges can be played.

VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD format (with PBC function)

Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchased

CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs created on a PC or similar device in music format, or MP3 JPEG format that conforms to ISO9660 1/Level 2

DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/ DVD-Rs in MP3*1 or JPEG format conforming to Universal Disk Format (UDF)

8 cm DVD+RWs, DVD-RWs, and DVD-Rs recorded with a DVD video camera (Still images recorded with a DVD video camera cannot be played.)

Level

“DVD VIDEO” and “CD” logos are trademarks.

MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.

A logical format of files and folders on DATA-CDs, defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization).

Discs that cannot be played

• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs that are not recorded in music CD or Video CD format, or do not contain MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files.

• Data part of CD-Extras

• DVD-ROMs that are not recorded in DVD Video format, or do not contain MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files.

• DVD Audio discs

• HD layer on Super Audio CDs

• DVD VIDEOs with a different region code (see page 33)

• A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM

• A disc recorded in AVCHD format

Note on playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs

Some playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this recorder plays DVD VIDEOs/VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also, see the instructions supplied with the DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs.

Note on DualDiscs

A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.

Region code (DVD VIDEO only)

Your recorder has a region code printed on the rear of the unit and will only play DVD VIDEOs (playback only) labeled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights. DVD VIDEOs labeled will also play on this

ALL

recorder. If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, a message will appear on the TV screen to indicate that the disc is not playable. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

Note on DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVDRs, or CD-RWs/CD-Rs recorded on other equipment

Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVDRs, or CD-RWs/CD-Rs cannot be played on this recorder due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device.

Notes

• You cannot mix VR mode and Video mo de on the same DVD-RW or DVD-R. To change the DVD-RW’s format, reformat the disc (page 64). Note that a disc’s contents will be erased after reformatting.

• You cannot shorten the time required for recording even with high-speed discs. Also, you cannot record on the disc if the disc is not 1x speed compatible.

• It is recommended that you use discs with “For Video” printed on their packaging.

• You cannot add new recordings to DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD+Rs, or DVD-Rs (Video mode) recorded on other equipment.

• You may not be able to further record on a DVD+RW recorded on other equipment. Note that recording on such discs may cause the recorder to rewrite the DVD menu.

• If the disc contains PC data unrecognizable by this recorder, the data may be erased.

Quick Guide to Disc Types

RDR-XXXX

NO.

Region code

Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are being marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

DVD/USB Playback

Playing Discs

DVD

Z OPEN/

TOP MENU

RWVR-RW

RAM

DVD

VCD

Video

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DATA CD

Video

DATA DVD

H PLAY

x STOP

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a disc on

the disc tray.

z Hints

• You can play DATA CDs or DATA DVDs with MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files (pages 41 or 42).

• If you insert a DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD, or CD, playback starts automatically depending on the disc.

• When playing a DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, and DVD-RAM, you can select the title from the Title List menu (page 38).

• When using a DVD-RAM with a cartridge, remove the disc from the cartridge.

Notes

• To play a disc recorded with other equipment on this recorder, finalize the disc on the recording equipment first.

• For simultaneous VHS and DVD operation, see page 9.

Using the DVD’s Menu

When you play a DVD VIDEO, or a finalized DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R (Video mode), you can display the disc’s menu by pressing TOP MENU or MENU.

Video

DVD

Playback side facing down

3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc

tray.

Wait until “LOAD” disappears from the front panel display.

4 Press H PLAY.

Playback starts.

To stop playback

Press x STOP.

Playback Options

Z OPEN/CLOSE

Number buttons

ANGLE

REPLAY/ ADVANCE

O RETURN

. PREV

Button Operation Disc

Z OPEN/CLOSE Stops playing and opens the disc tray. All discs

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SUBTITLE AUDIO

M/m/</,, ENTER

> NEXT H PLAY

x STOP X PAUSE

DVD/USB Playback

AUDIO Selects one of the audio tracks recorded on the disc

when pressed repeatedly.

: Selects the main or sub sound.

RWVR-RVR

: Selects the audio source.

DVD

: Selects stereo or monaural audio tracks.

VCD

SUBTITLE Selects a subtitle language when pressed repeatedly.

ANGLE Selects an angle when pressed repeatedly.

If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the disc, “ ” appears on the TV screen for a few seconds. See the instructions supplied with the disc for details.

REPLAY/ ADVANCE

• Replays or briefly fast forwards a scene when pressed during playback.

• Goes to the previous or next frame when pressed during pause mode.

. PREV/ > NEXT

• Goes to the beginning of the current or next title/ chapter/scene/track and starts playback when pressed during playback.

• Goes to the beginning of the previous title/chapter/ scene/track when .PREV is pressed within three seconds after starting a title/chapter/scene/track.

RWVR-RVR

VCD

DVD

RWVR-RW

RAM

DVD

All discs

DVD

RVR

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Video

Button Operation Disc

(fast reverse/fast forward)

(slow)

Fast reverses or fast forwards the disc when pressed during playback. Search speed changes with each press:

fast reverse fast forward

FR1 T t FF1

FR2*2 T T t t FF2

FR3*3 T T T t t t FF3

Plays in slow motion when pressed in pause mode. Playback speed changes with each press:

reverse slow motion forward slow motion

T t

T T t t

T T T t t t

X PAUSE Pauses playback.

If you pause playback for more than five minutes, playback starts automatically.

To resume normal playback after playing at various speeds, press H PLAY.

z Hints

• You can change playback options, such as subtitle, audio track, angle, etc., using the OPTIONS menu (page 11).

• During playback or pause mode, the recorder’s m/ M buttons and the remote’s .PREV/>NEXT buttons work the same way (page 35). Hold the buttons down during playback to fast r everse or fast forward. In pause mode, you can play in slow m otion. Three speeds are available, depending on the duration of the press.

• See “DVD Audio/Subtitle Language” on page 120 for the meaning of the language abbreviation.

Notes on playing DTS soundtracks on a CD

When playing DTS-encoded CDs, excessive noise will be heard from the analog stereo jacks. To avoid possible damage to the audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions when the analog stereo jacks of the recorder are connected to an amplification system. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an external

5.1-channel decoder system must be connected to the digital jack of the recorder.

Notes on playing DVDs with a DTS soundtrack

Notes

• If you pause playback of a CD, or DATA CD/DATA DVD containing MP3 audio tracks, playback will not start until you press H PLAY or X PAUSE.

• Sound will be interrupted during Scan Audio (page 37).

DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack. When you play a DVD with DTS soundtracks, set “Digital Out” – “DTS” to “On” of “Audio” in the “Setup” display (page 100). If you connect the recorder to audio equipment without a DTS decoder, do not set “DTS” to “On” in “Audio” setup. A loud noise (or no sound) may come out from the speakers, which might disturb your ears or cause damage to the speakers.

All discs

FF1 with sound (Scan Audio) is available for DVDs with Dolby Digital soundtracks.

FR2 and FF2 are not available for MP3.

FR3 and FF3 are only available for DVDs and VIDEO CDs.

RWVR-RW

RVR

VCD

RAM

DVD

* Playback direction

only

All discs

Video

Playing quickly with sound (Scan Audio)

only)

You can play quickly with dialog or sound during FF1 fast-forward of a DVD with Dolby Digital soundtracks. Simply press M during playback.

z Hint

To turn off the Scan Audio function, set “Scan Audio” of “Audio” to “Off” in the “Setup” display (page 101).

Sound will be interrupted during Scan Audio.

(DVDs with Dolby Digital soundtracks

Note

Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions

VCD

PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively using a menu on your TV screen. When you start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions, a menu appears. Select an item using the number buttons and press ENTER. Then follow the instructions in the menu (press H PLAY when “Press SELECT” appears). Operations differ depending on the disc. See the instructions supplied with the disc.

– you edit the title after stopping playback. – you make a recording.

Playing restricted DVDs (Parental Control)

DVD

If you play a restricted DVD, a message appears asking whether you want to override the restriction.

1 Select “OK” and press ENTER.

The display for entering your password appears.

2 Enter your four digit password using the

number buttons. The recorder starts playback.

To register or change the password, see “Parental (DVD VIDEOs only)” on page 105.

Locking the recorder (Child Lock)

You can lock all of the buttons on the recorder so that the settings are not canceled by mistake.

DVD/USB Playback

To cancel PBC Playback

Press MENU to display “Menu: Off.” To use the PBC functions, press MENU again to display “Menu:On.”

Resuming playback from the point where you stopped the disc (Resume Play)

Press H PLAY again after stopping a disc to resume playback from the same point. To start from the beginning, press x STOP twice, and press H PLAY.

The point where you stopped playing is cleared when: – you open the disc tray. – you play another title. – you switch the Title List menu to original or

Playlist (DVD-RW (VR mode)/DVD-R (VR mode)/DVD-RAM only).

With the recorder turned on and stopped, hold down x (stop) on the recorder seconds. The recorder turns off and “CHILD LOCK” appears in the front panel display. The indicator remains lit if there is a timer setting. The recorder will not work except for timer recordings.

To unlock the recorder, hold down x on the recorder until “CHILD LOCK” disappears from the front panel display. The recorder is unlocked and turns on.

To stop timer recording while the recorder is locked, press x twice. The recording stops and the recorder is unlocked.

for more than ten

Note

The recorder will be unlocked when: – you stop timer recording by pressing x. – you insert a tape.

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One-Touch Play (for HDMI

connections only)

Press H PLAY. With one touch of the H PLAY button, your TV automatically turns on

and the TV’s input is switched to the recorder. Playback starts automatically. Set “Control for HDMI” to “On” in the “Features” setup (page 104) to use this function. The TV’s input will also switch to the recorder automatically if a disc with auto play function is loaded.

Notes

• When using the HDMI connection, there may be a delay, before the playback picture appears on the TV screen, and the beginning portion of the playback picture may not be displayed.

• The function does not work when playing an audio CD, MP3 audio track, or VHS tape.

• The function works only when the recorder is turned on.

Playing a Title From the Title List

RAM

RWVR-RW

Video

RVR

Video

The Title List menu displays the program titles on the disc.

DVD

TOP MENU

TITLE LIST

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ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST

M/m/</,, ENTER

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Place a disc on the disc tray. 3 Press TITLE LIST.

Example: DVD-RW (VR mode)

LINE

May/02/2008 08:00 PM

Title List (Original)

1/4

No. Title Length Edit

01 LINE 1 >01:29:03 02 LINE 1 >00:31:23 03 LINE 1 >01:59:00 04 LINE 1 >00:58:56

10:10 AM

A Disc type:

Displays a disc type. Also displays the title type (original or Playlist) for DVD-RWs (VR mode), DVD-Rs (VR mode), and DVD-RAMs.

B Movie thumbnail image C Title information:

Displays the title number, title name, recording date, and recording mode. “ ” indicates a protected title, while “ ” indicates unprotected.

D Clock

4 Select the title, and press ENTER.

The sub-menu appears.

5 Select “Play,” and press ENTER.

Playback starts from the selected title on the disc.

About the Title List for DVD-RWs (VR mode) and DVD-Rs (VR mode)

You can switch the Title List to show an original or Playlist. While the Title List menu is turned on, press ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST repeatedly to select either “Title List (Original)” or “Playlist.” For details, see “Edit options for DVD-RWs (VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode)” on page 57.

To turn off the Title List

Press TITLE LIST.

z Hint

You can also switch the Title List of DVD-RAMs to show an original or Playlist.

Notes

• The Title List does not appear for DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD+Rs, or DVD-Rs (Video mode) that have been finalized. To view a title, press TOP MENU or MENU (page 34).

• The Title List may not appear for discs created on other DVD recorders.

• Letters that cannot be displayed are replaced with “*.”

Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track, etc.

RWVR-RW

RAMDVD

Video

VCD

RVR

Video

You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and VIDEO CD by track or scene. As titles and tracks are assigned individual numbers on the disc, select the title or track by entering its number. You can also search for a scene using the time code.

Number

buttons

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OPTIONS

1 Press OPTIONS during playback.

The OPTIONS menu appears.

2 Select a search method.

“Title” (for DVDs) “Chapter” (for DVDs) “Track” (for VIDEO CDs with PBC function off) “Time” (for DVDs/VIDEO CDs with PBC function off): Searches for a starting point using the time code.

Press M/m/</, to select the number of the title, chapter, track, etc., you want, or press the number buttons to enter the time code.

For example: “Time” To find a scene at 2 hours, 5 minutes, and 20 seconds, enter “20520.” If you make a mistake, wait a moment until the display returns to the elapsed playing time display, then select another number.

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4 Press ENTER.

The recorder starts playback from the selected point. To turn off the display, press OPTIONS.

Notes

• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to use the OPTIONS menu to search for a title/chapter/track, or enter the time code for a playback point.

• When playing a Playlist title, you may not be able to search for a scene using the time code.

Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information

DVD

RWVR-RW

RAM

Video

VCD

You can check disc information, such as playing time, recording mode, and remaining disc space.

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DISPLAY

Press DISPLAY.

The information display appears. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows:

Disc and tape information/date and time

Disc information only

No display

RVR

DATA CD

TIME/TEXT

Video

DATA DVD

Play

0:05:30

Rem 00:25

Original

Fri May 02. 2008 10:10 AM

Stop

0:30:00

Rem 01:30

Line1

◆ DVD

A Playing status B Playing time C Recording mode D Remaining disc space (in stop mode)

Remaining time of the current title (during playback

E Input source

)

F Date and time

Also appears in stop mode with Resume Play activated (page 37).

Title type (original or Playlist) for DVD-RWs (VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode)/DVD-RAMs.

Playing MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files on

Viewing information on the front panel display

You can view the information on the front panel display.

Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly.

The displays differ depending on the disc type or playing status.

Example: When playing a DVD

Playing time of the current title

Current title number and current chapter number

Clock

Example: When a DVD is stopped

Clock

Current title and chapter number

Remaining disc space

Input source

Example: When playing a CD

Playing time of the current track

Current track number

Clock

the Disc

DATA DVD

DATA CD

You can play DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/ CD-RWs)/DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/ DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs) that contain MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files.

DVD

TOP MENU

O RETURN

H PLAY

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OPTIONS

. PREV/ > NEXT

x STOP X PAUSE

Playing MP3 audio tracks

You can play MP3 audio tracks on DATA CDs or DATA DVDs.

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Place a DATA CD/DATA DVD on the disc

tray.

When you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD containing MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, the display for selecting a media type appears. When you select “Mix,” you can enjoy a slide show with sound (page 43).

DVD/USB Playback

Music

Photo

Mix

Press ENTER :

Music menu for this disc.

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If you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD containing only MP3 audio tracks, the “Music” display appears. Go to step 4.

3 Select “Music,” and press ENTER.

The “Music” display appears.

4 Select an album, and press ENTER.

Music

MP3_001

0/9

Prev Directory

01-Track1.mp3

02-Track2.mp3

03-Track3.mp3

04-Track4.mp3

05-Track5.mp3

10:10 AM

Surround:Off

Stop 00:00:00

5 Select a track, and press ENTER.

Playback starts from the selected track. When a track or album is being played, the title is shown in a box.

Playing JPEG image files

You can play JPEG image files on DATA CDs or DATA DVDs.

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Place a DATA CD/DATA DVD on the disc

tray.

When you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD containing MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, the display for selecting a media type appears.

enjoy a slide show with sound (page 43).

When you select “Mix,” you can

Music

Press ENTER :

Photo

Mix

Music menu for this disc.

10:10 AM

To stop playback

Press x STOP.

To pause playback

Press X PAUSE. To restart playback, press H PLAY or X PAUSE.

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

To switch between MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files

Press x STOP, and press TOP MENU.

z Hint

When playback of all the MP3 audio tracks within the album finishes, the recorder stops.

If you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD containing only JPEG image files, the “Photo” display appears. Go to step 4.

3 Select “Photo,” and press ENTER.

The “Photo” display appears.

4 Select a folder, and press ENTER.

Directory information

Photo

\abc\defg

Page 1 / 2

10:10 AM

Slideshow

To display the previous or next page, press . PREV/> NEXT.

5 Select an image file, and press ENTER.

The selected image is displayed over the entire screen. To display the previous or next image, press . PREV/> NEXT.

The following menu icons appear in the upper part of the screen.

: Returns to the “Photo” display.

: Starts the slide show (page 43).

: Rotates the image (page 43).

: Zooms the image (page 43). Press OPTIONS to turn on/off the menu icons.

To play the slide show

1 Press </, to select “ ,” and press

ENTER. The “Slideshow Speed” menu appears. “”: Slow “”: Normal “”: Fast

2 Press </, to select the desired play speed,

and press ENTER. The slide show starts from the selected image. To stop playing, press x STOP.

To rotate the selected image

Press </, to select “ ,” and press ENTER. Each time you press ENTER, the image turns clockwise by 90°.

To zoom in an image

Press </, to select “ ,” and press ENTER. Each time you press ENTER, the magnification changes as follows: 2× t 4× t 2× t normal

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

To switch between MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files

Press x STOP, and press TOP MENU.

z Hint

You can also start the slide show by pressing H PLAY in step 5 above.

Notes

• You cannot use M/m/</, to move the image within

the screen while zooming.

• Slide show can play in only one direction.

• You cannot rotate or zoom during slide show.

If you select “ ” in the rotated image display,

•

the images in the “Photo” display will not be rotated.

Enjoying a slide show with sound

When a disc contains both MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, you can enjoy a slide show with sound.

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD containing

both the MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files.

The display for selecting a media type appears.

10:10 AM

Music

Press ENTER :

Photo

Mix

Music menu for this disc.

3 Select “Mix,” and press ENTER.

The “Music” display appears.

4 Select an album, and press ENTER. 5 Select a track, and press ENTER.

Playback starts from the selected track, and the display asks for confirmation.

6 Select “Yes,” and press ENTER.

The “Photo” display appears.

7 Select the folder you want to view, and

press ENTER.

8 Press H PLAY to start the slide show.

The “Slideshow Speed” menu appears.

9 Press </, to select the slide show

speed, and press ENTER.

The slide show starts with sound.

To stop the slide show

Press x STOP.

z Hint

When playing JPEG images, you can also use the onscreen menu. For details, see “Playing JPEG image fil es” (page 42).

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About MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files

MP3 is audio compression technology that satisfies the ISO/IEC MPEG regulations. JPEG is image compression technology. You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CDRs/CD-RWs) or DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/ DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) and JPEG format. However, this recorder only plays DATA CDs whose logical format is ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet, and DATA DVDs of Universal Disk Format (UDF). See the instructions supplied with the disc drives and the recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.

z Hint

The recorder can play MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files stored in a USB device connected to the USB jack (page 45).

Note

The recorder may not be able to play some DATA CDs or DATA DVDs created in the Packet Write format.

MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files that the recorder can play

The recorder can play the following tracks and files:

– MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) audio tracks. – MP3 audio tracks with the extension “.MP3.” – JPEG image files with the extension “.JPEG” or

“.JPG.”

z Hints

• If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the file names, the files will be played in that order.

• Since a disc with many trees takes longer to start playback, it is recommended that you create albums with no more than two trees.

Notes

• Some DATA CDs or DATA DVDs cannot be played on this recorder depending on file format.

• Only one session of a multi-session DATA DVD can be played back.

• Only alphabet and numbers can be used for album or track names. Anything else is displayed as an asterisk.

• The recorder will play any data with the extension “.MP3,” even if they are not in MP3 format. Playing such data may generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.

• The recorder does not conform to audio tracks in MP3PRO format.

• The recorder can recognize up to 499 MP3 audio tr acks within a single album. The recorder may not recognize some discs depending on the recording device used for recording or the disc condition.

• The recorder can play MP3 audio tracks recorded in the following sampling frequencies: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz.

• ID3 tags cannot be displayed.

• If you add the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG” to data not in JPEG format, a message appears indicating that the format is not supported.

• Depending on the disc or the size or total number of files, playback may take some time to start.

• The recorder can recognize up to 999 JPEG image files within a single folder. The recorder may not recognize some discs depending on the recording device used for recording or the disc condition.

• Progressive and lossless compression JPEG image files are not supported.

• The image size that the recorder can display is limited to width 32 - 7680 pixels by height 32 - 8192 pixels.

• JPEG image files that conform to the DCF* image file format are not supported.

* “Design rule for Camera File system”: Image standards

for digital cameras regulated by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

Playing From a Connected USB Device

You can play MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files stored in a USB device connected to the USB jack. Also movie files in the connected HDD camcorder can be played. About USB connection and available USB devices, see page 89.

5 Select “Photo,” “Music,” or “Movie,” and

press ENTER.

• To play MP3 audio tracks, select “Music.”

See “Playing MP3 audio tracks” (page 41) for details.

• To play JPEG image files, select “Photo.”

See “Playing JPEG image files” (page 42) for details.

• To play movie files, select “Movie.” The

contents of the HDD camcorder are listed.

DVD

O RETURN

H PLAY

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INPUT

M/m/</,, ENTER

x STOP X PAUSE

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press INPUT repeatedly to select “USB.” 3 Connect a USB device to the (USB) jack

(page 89).

Check that the USB indicator lights up in the front panel display.

4 Press H PLAY.

The display for selecting a media type appears.

USB

Music

Press ENTER :

Photo

Music menu for this USB device.

Movie

10:10 AM

Example: When “Movie” is selected

USB

0/0

FileAlbum

AVF_INFO

MP_ROOT

DCIM

10:10 AM

00:00:00Stop

6 Select an album (folder) and press ENTER.

The movie file list appears.

10:10 AM

00:00:00Stop

0/5

USB

101PNV01

FileAlbum

Prev Directory

M2U00026.MPG

M2U00027.MPG

M2U00028.MPG

M2U00029.MPG

M2U00030.MPG

7 Select a movie file and press ENTER.

Playback starts.

To stop playback

Press x STOP.

To pause playback

Press X PAUSE. To restart playback, press H PLAY or X PAUSE.

DVD/USB Playback

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

To return to the display for selecting a media type

Press x STOP twice, and press H PLAY.

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z Hints

• The recorder can play movie files that are recorded with an HDD camcorder and have the extension “.MPG.”

• You cannot play movie files recorded with a digit al still camera.

Notes

• The recorder may not be able to play some JPEG image files, MP3 audio tracks or movie files that have been edited on a PC.

• Do not disconnect a USB device while reading or playing files.

• Some files may take time to appear. In particular, it may take some time to read many files or large size files, but this is not a malfunction.

• Do not turn off the power while reading or playing files.

• USB cables exclusive for supplying power cannot be used.

• Connect the camcorder or digital still camera directly to the recorder, not via a USB hub or other USB device.

DVD Recording

Before Recording

Before you start recording…

• This recorder can record on various disc types. Select the disc type according to your needs (page 30).

• Check that the disc has enough available space for the recording (page 40). For DVD+RWs or DVD-RWs, you can free up disc space by erasing titles (page 58).

• Check that the recorder is connected to a tuner such as a cable box or satellite receiver (page 12). See also the tuner’s instruction manual.

z Hints

• To play a disc recorded with this recorder on other equipment, finalize the disc (page 66). Note that you cannot further record or edit on a finalized disc.

• If you set “Auto Finalize” to “On” in the “Features” setup (page 103), the Auto Finalize function works for DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD-Rs (Video mode) and DVD+Rs after recording. For details, see page 67.

Notes

• Timer recordings will start with or without the recorder turned on. The recorder automatically turns off after a recording has finished.

• This recorder records at ×1 speed.

Maximum recordable number of titles

Disc Number of titles

DVD-RW/DVD-R 99

DVD+RW/DVD+R 49

DVD+R DL 49

Recording mode

Like the SP or EP recording mode of VCRs, this recorder has eight different recording modes. Select a recording mode according to the time and picture quality you need. For example, if picture quality is your top priority, select “HQ” (high quality). If recording time is your priority, “SLP” can be a possible choice.

Press REC MODE repeatedly to switch the recording modes.

I want to record with the best possible picture quality, so I’ll select HQ.

Recording mode and recording time

The following table is an approximate guide for the recording time on a single DVD (4.7 GB).

Recording mode Approximate

recording time (minute)

HQ (High quality) 60 HSP R 90

SP (Standard mode) 120 LSP r 150 ESP r 180 LP r 240 EP r 360

SLP (Long duration) 480

z Hint

The approximate recording time for DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is as follows: HQ: 1 hour 48 minutes HSP: 2 hours 42 minutes SP: 3 hours 37 minutes LSP: 4 hours 31 minutes ESP: 5 hours 25 minutes LP: 7 hours 14 minutes EP: 10 hours 51 minutes SLP: 14 hours 28 minutes

Notes

• When in a recording mode other than HQ, the recorder compresses the audio/video data before recording. Since the compression rate needs to decrease for fastmoving images or if picture noise is present, recorded data size increases, and available recording time becomes shorter. When recording such pictures, a recording mode offering longer recording time is recommended.

• Situations below may cause inaccuracies with the recording time. – Recording fast-moving or images containing picture

noise.

– Recording a program with poor reception, or a

program or video source of low picture quality

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DVD Recording

– Recording on a disc that has already been edited – Recording only a still picture or just sound

• Since the recording mode for recorded titles is calculated after sampling the recorded data during playback, it may be displayed differently from the mode you selected when recording. However, the actual recording itself is correctly made in the selected mode.

Recording main and sub sounds

You can record the different soundtracks on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode) from equipment connected to the LINE 1 IN or LINE 2 IN jacks. When playing the disc, you can select main or sub sound by pressing the AUDIO button. Set “Line Audio Input” in “Audio” setup to “Main/Sub” in the Setup Display (page 102). When recording on other discs, select either sound track with the connected equipment before recording.

Unrecordable pictures

Pictures with copy protection cannot be recorded on this recorder. Recording stops when a copy guard signal is detected.

Copy control signals

Copy-Free

Copy-Once

Copy-Never None

Not recordable on non-CPRM compatible DVDs that are commonly available.

The recorded disc can be played only on CPRM compatible equipment (page 30).

Recordable discs

RWVR-RW

RVR

(CPRM*2)

RWVR

RVR

(CPRM

Video

)

Notes

• You cannot mix VR mode and Vi deo mode on the same DVD-RW or DVD-R.

• You can change the recording format on DVD-RWs by reformatting (page 64).

• You cannot change the recording format on used DVDRs.

• The recorder records on new DVD-Rs in Video mode unless you first format the discs in VR mode.

Formatting a new disc

New, unformatted discs are automatically formatted when first inserted in the recorder. For DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, you can select a recording format (VR mode or Video mode) according to your needs (page 30).

• Unused DVD-RWs are automatically formatted according to the setting of “Format DVD-RW” in “Features” setup (page 103).

• Unused DVD-Rs are automatically formatted in Video mode. To format in VR mode, change the recording format using the “Disc Setting” display (page 64).

DVD Recording From Connected Equipment Without the Timer

RWVR-RW

You can record TV programs on the recorder through the connected cable box/satellite receiver.

Note

To play a disc recorded with this recorder on other equipment, finalize the disc (page 66). If you set “Auto Finalize” t o “On” in the “Features” setup (page 103), the Auto Finalize function works for DVDRWs (Video mode), DVD-Rs (Video mode) and DVD+Rs after recording. For details, see page 67.

Z OPEN/

DVD

DISPLAY

z REC

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INPUT

H PLAY

x STOP X PAUSE

REC MODE

Video

1 Turn on the recorder and the connected

cable box/satellite receiver.

2 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a

recordable disc on the disc tray.

4 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc

tray.

Wait until “LOAD” disappears from the front panel display. Unused discs are automatically formatted. For the DVD-RW/DVD-R’s recording format (VR mode or Video mode), see “Formatting a new disc” on page 48.

5 Press CH +/– or INPUT repeatedly to select

the channel or input source you want to record.

• When using the cable box/satellite receiver control, select the channel by pressing CH +/– on this recorder’s remote. The recorder’s input is switched to the connected input (LINE1 or LINE2). You can also use the number buttons.

• When not using the cable box/satellite receiver control, select the connected input (LINE1 or LINE2) by pressing INPUT, and then select the channel on the cable box/ satellite receiver’s side.

6 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the

recording mode.

The display changes on the TV screen as follows:

HQ SPHSP LSP

SLP LPEP ESP

For details about the recording mode, see page 47.

7 Press z REC.

Recording starts. Recording continues until you stop the recording or the disc is full. Leave the cable box/satellite receiver turned on and do not change the channel you are recording.

To stop recording

Press x STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording.

DVD Recording

Recording side facing down

To pause recording

Press X PAUSE. To restart recording, press X PAUSE again.

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To watch a VHS tape while recording

Press VIDEO to operate the VCR, insert a tape, then press H PLAY.

z Hint

You can turn off the TV during recording.

Checking the disc status while recording

You can check the recording information such as recording time or disc type.

Notes

• Recording may not start immediately after z REC is

pressed.

• You cannot change the recording mode during recording or recording pause.

• If there is a power failure, the program you are recording may be erased.

• You cannot change the input source during recording.

Recording using the Quick Timer (One-touch Timer Recording)

You can set the recorder to record in 30-minute increments.

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press z REC repeatedly to set the

duration.

Each press increases the time by 30 minutes, up to eight hours*.

0:30 1:00 7:30 8:00

“c” and “OTR” light up, and the remaining recording time appears in the front panel display. When the time counter reaches “0:00,” the recorder stops recording and turns off.

* 14 hours 30 minutes for DVD+R DL (Double Layer)

discs.

To cancel the Quick Timer

Press z REC repeatedly until the counter appears in the front panel display. The recorder returns to normal recording mode.

To stop recording

Press x STOP twice. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording.

(Normal recording)

Press DISPLAY during recording.

The information display appears. Press the button repeatedly to change the display (page 40).

Record

0:00:03

Rem 00:59

Line1

A Disc type B Recording status C Recording time D Recording mode E Remaining disc space F Input source

z Hint

You can view the information also in the front panel display. Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly to change the display. Note that TIME/TEXT does not work during One-touch Timer Recording.

Creating chapters in a title

The recorder will automatically divide a recording (a title) into chapters by inserting chapter marks at 5 or 15-minute intervals during recording. Select the interval, “5 Min” (default) or “15 Min” in “DVD Auto Chapter” of “Features” in the “Setup” display (page 102). If you do not want to divide titles, select “Off.”

DVD Timer Recording From Connected Equipment

2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a

recordable disc on the disc tray.

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Video

RVR-R

Video

You can set the timer for a total of 12 programs together with DVD and VCR timer recording, up to one month in advance. Note that the maximum continuous recording time for a single title is 12 hours. Contents beyond this time will not be recorded. If you record from connected equipment that has a timer function, you can use the Synchro Rec function (page 54).

Notes

• Do not operate your cable box or satellite receiver just before or during a timer recording. This may prevent the accurate recording of a program.

• To play a disc recorded with this recorder on other equipment, finalize the disc (page 66). If you set “Auto Finalize” to “On” in the “Features” setup (page 103), the Auto Finalize function works for DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD-Rs (Video mode) and DVD+Rs after recording. For details, see page 67.

Z OPEN/

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SYSTEM

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ENTER

x STOP

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder.

Recording side facing down

3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc

tray.

4 Press TIMER.

Timer – Standard

No Rec To Date Start End Source Mode Edit

No.01

01 DVD 04/15 09:00PM 10:00PM CH8

02 DVD 04/30 09:15PM 09:45PM CH11

Media Date Start End Ch Mode

03 --- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---

DVD

Today 09 00 10 00 Line1 SP

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---04

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---05

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---06

: PM

12 3 4 56

10:10 AM

5 Select an item using </, and adjust

using M/m.

A “Media”: Select “DVD.” B “Date”: Sets the date using M.

To record the same program every day or the same day every week, press m. The item changes as follows: Today y Sun-Sat (Sunday to Saturday) y Mon-Sat (Monday to Saturday) y Mon-Fri (Monday to Friday) y Sun (every Sunday) y Mon (every Monday) y … y Sat (every Saturday) y 1 month later y … y Today

C “Start”: Sets the start time. D “End”: Sets the stop time.

DVD Recording

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E “Ch”: Selects the channel or input

source.

• When using the cable box/satellite receiver control, select the channel.

• When not using the cable box/satellite receiver control, select the input, LINE1 or LINE2. Select the channel on the connected cable box/satellite receiver’s side before the timer recording starts.

F “Mode”: Selects the recording mode

(page 47).

To use the Rec Mode Adjust function (page 52), select “AUTO.”

beginning of the program that starts later will be cut.

7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

Program 1

Program 2

will be cut off

7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

Program 1

Program 2

If you make a mistake, select the item and change the setting.

6 Press ENTER.

The Timer List menu (page 53) appears. The c indicator lights up in the front panel display, and the recorder is ready to start recording.

•If the c indicator flashes in the front panel

display, check that a recordable disc is inserted and that there is enough disc space for the recording.

• If timer settings overlap, a message appears. To change or cancel a timer recording, select “Edit” from the Timer List (page 53).

7 Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the menu.

There is no need to turn off the recorder before the timer recording starts. Leave the cable box/satellite receiver turned on and do not change the channel selected on the cable box/satellite receiver until the recorder finishes the timer recording.

To stop recording

Press x STOP twice. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording.

If timer settings overlap

The program that starts first has priority and the second program starts recording only after the first program has finished. If the programs start at the same time, the program listed first in the menu has priority. If the end time of one setting and the start time of another timer setting is the same, the

will be cut off

To change or cancel timer recording

See “Changing or Canceling DVD Timer Settings (Timer List)” on page 53.

To use the Rec Mode Adjust function

If the remaining disc space is not enough for the current recording, the recorder automatically adjusts the recording mode. Select “AUTO” for “Mode” when setting the timer.

z Hints

• You can play the recorded program by selecting the program title in the Title List menu.

• When the start time and the channel or input source to be recorded are the same but the “Media” setting differs, the program is recorded to both the DVD disc and the VHS tape.

• You can also turn on the timer programming menu from the System Menu. Press SYSTEM MENU to select “Timer,” and select “Timer-Standard.”

Notes

• Even when correctly set, the program may not be recorded if another recording is underway, or other prioritized timer setting overlaps.

• Before the timer recording starts, “TIMER REC” flashes in the front panel display.

• The recorder automatically turns off when a timer recording finishes, even if the recording started with the recorder turned on.

• The recorder does not record programs with CopyNever signals. Such recordings stop after a few seconds.

Changing or Canceling DVD Timer Settings (Timer List)

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You can change or cancel timer settings using the Timer List menu.

SYSTEM

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Video

1 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The System Menu appears.

2 Select “Timer,” and press ENTER. 3 Select “Timer List,” and press ENTER.

Timer List

No. Media Date Start End Ch Mode Edit

01 DVD 04/15 09:00PM 10:00PM Line1

02 DVD 04/30 09:15PM 09:45PM Line1

03 --- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---04

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---05

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---06

10:10 AM

4 Select the timer setting you want to change

or cancel, and press ENTER.

The sub-menu appears.

Timer List

No. Media Date Start End Ch Mode Edit

01 DVD 04/15 09:00PM 10:00PM Line1

02 DVD 04/30 09:15PM 09:45PM Line1

03 --- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---04

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---05

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---06

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Edit

rase

5 Select one of the options, and press

ENTER.

“Edit”: Changes the timer setting. Select an item using </, and adjust using M/m. Press ENTER.

Timer – Standard

No Rec To Date Start End Source Mode Edit

No.01

01 DVD 04/15 09:00PM 10:00PM CH8

02 DVD 04/30 09:15PM 09:45PM CH11

Media Date Start End Ch Mode

03 --- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---

DVD

04/15 09 00 10 00 Line1 SP

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---04

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---05

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---06

: PM

“Erase”: Erases the timer setting. Select “OK” and press ENTER when asked for confirmation.

Timer List

No Media Date Star t End Source Mode Edit

01 DVD 04/15 09:00PM 10:00PM CH8

02 DVD 04/30 09:15PM 09:45PM CH11

03 --- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---04

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---05

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---06

Do you want to erase ‘‘No.01’’?

Cancel

10:10 AM

DVD Recording

Timer information displays the recording date, time, recording mode, etc. If there are more than six timer settings, press m to display the next page.

6 Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the Timer

List.

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

Notes

• Even when correctly set, the program may not be recorded if another recording is underway, or other prioritized timer setting overlaps. For priority, see page 52.

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• You cannot change the timer settings for a recording currently underway.

• The Timer List displays both the DVD recorder and VCR timer settings.

Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec)

RWVR

Video

RVR-R

Video

You can set the recorder to automatically record programs from connected equipment that has a timer function (such as a satellite tuner). Connect the equipment to the LINE 1 IN (VIDEO/AUDIO) jacks on the rear of the recorder (page 13). When the connected equipment turns on, the recorder starts recording a program from the LINE 1 IN jacks.

Note

To play a disc recorded with this recorder on other equipment, finalize the disc (page 66).

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M/m/</,, ENTER

x STOP

REC MODE SYNCHRO REC

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Insert a recordable disc. 3 Select the line input audio.

Set “Line Audio Input” of “Audio” setup to “Stereo” or “Main/Sub” in the “Setup” display (page 102).

4 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the

recording mode.

The display changes on the TV screen as follows:

HQ SPHSP LSP

SLP LPEP ESP

For details about the recording mode, see page 47.

5 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is

in stop mode.

6 Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. 7 Select “Features,” and press ENTER.

The “Features” setup appears.

8 Select “Synchro Recording,” and press

ENTER.

9 Select “to DVD,” and press ENTER. 10

Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the menu.

Set the timer on the connected equipment to the time you want to record, and turn it off.

Press SYNCHRO REC.

The SYNC-REC indicator lights up in the front panel display and the recorder stands by for Synchro-Rec. The recorder starts recording when a signal is received from the connected equipment. When the connected equipment turns off, the recording stops and the recorder turns off.

To stop recording

Press x STOP twice.

To cancel a Synchro-Rec function

Press SYNCHRO REC before recording starts. The SYNC-REC indicator turns off in the front panel display. If you press SYNCHRO REC during SynchroRec, the recording stops, the SYNC-REC indicator turns off, and the recorder turns off.

If the timer settings of a Synchro-Recording and another timer recording overlap

Regardless of whether or not the program is a Synchro-Rec program, the program that starts first has priority. The recorder starts recording the second program about ten seconds after the first program has finished. If the end time of one setting and the start time of another timer setting is the same, the beginning of the program that starts later will be cut.

7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

Program 1

Program 2

will be cut off

Notes

• The recorder starts recording only after detecting the video signal from the connected equipment. The beginning of the program may not be recorded regardless of whether or not the recorder’s power is on or off.

• To use the connected equipment during Synchro-Rec standby, cancel the standby mode by pressing SYNCHRO REC. To return to standby mode again, be sure to turn off the equipment and press SYNCHRO REC, before Synchro-Rec starts.

• The Synchro-Rec function does not work with some tuners. For details, see the tuner’s operating instructions.

• The Synchro-Rec function does not work for a video signal input via the LINE 1 IN S VIDEO jack.

• After a recording has finished, the recorder enters the Synchro-Rec standby mode until the SYNC-REC indicator turns off in the front panel display.

• If Synchro-Rec starts with the recorder turned on, the recorder will turn off when the recording ends.

• The recorder does not record programs with CopyNever signals. Such recordings stop after a few seconds.

DVD Recording

Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device

3 Press INPUT repeatedly to select an input

source according to the connection you made.

The front panel display changes as follows:

RWVR-RW

You can record from a connected VCR or similar device. For connection details, see “Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device” on page 27. To record from the equipment that has a DV/D8 output jack (i.LINK jack), use the DV IN jack on the front panel. For details, see page 86. To record from a USB device connected to the USB jack, see page 89.

Video

RVR-R

Video

Note

To play a disc recorded with this recorder on other equipment, finalize the disc (page 66). If you set “Auto Finalize” to “On” in the “Features” setup (page 103), the Auto Finalize function works for DVDRWs (Video mode), DVD-Rs (Video mode) and DVD+Rs after recording. For details, see page 67.

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LINE2 DV USBLINE1

When connecting to the LINE 2 IN jacks on the front panel, select “LINE2.”

4 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the

recording mode.

The display changes on the TV screen as follows:

HQ SPHSP LSP

SLP LPEP ESP

For details about the recording mode, see page 47.

5 Select the line input audio.

Set “Line Audio Input” of “Audio” setup to “Stereo” or “Main/Sub” in the “Setup” display (page 102).

6 Insert the source tape into the connected

equipment and set to playback pause.

7 Press z REC on this recorder and the

pause or play button on the connected equipment at the same time.

Recording starts. To stop recording, press x STOP on this recorder.

z REC

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Insert a recordable disc.

x STOP REC MODE

Notes

• A video game image may not be recorded clearly.

• The recorder does not record programs with CopyNever signals. Such recordings stop after a few seconds.

• During recording or recording pause, you cannot change the recording mode.

• You cannot change the input source during recording.

DVD Editing

Before Editing

This recorder offers various edit options for various disc types. Before you edit, check the disc type in the “Disc Information” display (page 64), and select the option available for your disc.

Notes

• You may lose the edite d contents if you remove the disc or a timer recording starts while editing.

• You cannot edit recordings on DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD+Rs, or DVD-Rs (Video mode) recorded on other DVD equipment.

Edit options for DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs (Video mode)/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs (Video mode)

You can perform simple edits. Since Video mode titles are actual recordings on the disc, you cannot undo any edits you make. The edit functions available for Video mode titles are: – Renaming a title (page 61). – Erasing a title (page 58). – Setting protection against erasure (DVD+RWs

only) (page 58).

– Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase)

(DVD+RWs only) (page 59).

– Dividing a title (DVD+RWs only) (page 60).

Notes

• Once the disc is finalized, you cannot edit or record on the disc (except for DVD+RWs).

• If a message appears and indicates that the disc’s control information is full, erase unnecessary titles.

Video

Edit options for DVD-RWs (VR mode)/ DVD-Rs (VR mode)

RWVR-RVR

You can enjoy advanced edit functions. First you have two options for a DVD-RW (VR mode) and DVD-R (VR mode): editing either the original recording (called the “original”), or the playback information created from the original (called a “Playlist”). Since each is different in nature and offers different merits, read the following and select the one that better suits your needs.

To edit original titles

Edits made to the original titles are final. If you plan to retain an unaltered original recording, create a Playlist (see below). The edit functions available for original titles are: – Renaming a title (page 61). – Erasing a title (page 58). – Erasing a chapter (page 59). – Setting protection against erasure (page 58). – Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase) (page 59). – Dividing a title (page 60).

To create Playlist titles

A Playlist is a group of Playlist titles created from the original title. When you create a Playlist, only the control information necessary for playback, such as the playback order, is stored on the disc. The original titles are left unaltered. If you erase an original title used in a Playlist, that Playlist is also erased.

Example: You have recorded the final few matches of a soccer tournament on a DVD-RW (VR mode). You want to create a digest with the goal scenes and other highlights, but you also want to keep the original recording.

DVD Editing

In this case, you can compile highlight scenes as a Playlist title.

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z Hints

• You can switch the Title List to show original or Playlist. While the Title List menu is turned on, press ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST repeatedly.

• You can rename or erase a Playlist title (page 64).

Editing a Title

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Video

RVR

Video

Notes

• You cannot protect Playlist titles.

• If a message appears and indicates that the disc’s control information is full, erase unnecessary titles.

• You cannot create or edit Playlist titles on a finalized disc. When you want to edit or record on the DVD-RW again, unfinalize the disc (page 66).

This section explains the basic edit functions. Note that editing is irreversible. To edit a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode) without changing the original recordings, create a Playlist title (page 62).

DVD

TITLE LIST

O RETURN

. PREV/

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M/m/</,, ENTER

H PLAY

X PAUSE

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press TITLE LIST.

When editing a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), press ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST to switch to the “Title List (Original),” if necessary.

LINE

May/02/2008 08:00 PM

Title List (Original)

1/4

No. Title Length Edit

01 LINE 1 01:29:03 02 LINE 1 00:31:23 03 LINE 1 >01:59:00 04 LINE 1 >00:58:56

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> >

3 Select a title, and press ENTER.

The sub-menu appears.

4 Select an option, and press ENTER.

You can select from the following: “Title Erase”: Erases the selected title. Select “OK” when asked for confirmation. “Chapter Erase” chapter in the title and erase it (see below). “Protect” when the Protection display appears. “ ” appears for the protected title. To cancel the protection, select “Off.” “ ” changes to “.” “Title Name”: Allows you to rename the title (page 61). “A-B Erase” (see below). “Divide Title” (page 60).

DVD-RWs (VR mode) and DVD-Rs (VR mode) only

DVD+RWs, DVD-RWs (VR mode), and DVD-R (VR mode) only

About freeing up disc space

Erasing titles, chapters, or scenes: – frees up disc space on a DVD-RW (VR mode). – frees up disc space on a DVD+RW/DVD-RW

(Video mode) only when you erase the last title or chapter.

– cannot free up disc space on a DVD+R/DVD+R

DL/DVD-R.

: Allows you to select a

: Protects the title. Select “On”

: Erases a section of the title

: Divides a title into two

1 Press TITLE LIST.

Press ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST to switch to the “Title List (Original),” if necessary.

2 Select a title, and press ENTER.

The sub-menu appears.

3 Select “Chapter Erase,” and press ENTER.

The display for erasing chapters appears.

Chapter Erase (Original)

Chapter No. 1 / 3 Title No.01

03 00:04:2002 00:00:1001 00:00:34

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Check

Erase

4 Select the chapter you want to erase, and

press ENTER.

“Check” is selected. To preview the chapter, press ENTER. When playback finishes or when you press O RETURN, the display returns to “Chapter Erase (Original).”

5 Select “Erase,” and press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation.

6 Select “OK,” and press ENTER.

The selected chapter is erased from the title. To erase other chapters, repeat from step 4.

DVD Editing

z Hint

You can also rename a disc (page 64).

Notes

• When editing a DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R, finish all editing before finalizing the disc. You cannot edit a finalized disc.

• You cannot erase prot ected titles or erase chapters fr om a protected title.

• If you erase an original title used in a Playlist, that Playlist is also erased.

Erasing a chapter (Chapter Erase)

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You can select a chapter within a title and erase it. Note that erasing chapters from original titles cannot be undone.

Note

If you erase an original ti tle used in a Playlist, that Playlist is also erased.

Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase)

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You can select a section (scene) within a title and erase it. Note that erasing scenes from original titles cannot be undone.

1 Press TITLE LIST.

When editing a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), press ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST to switch to the “Title List (Original),” if necessary.

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2 Select a title, and press ENTER.

The sub-menu appears.

3 Select “A-B Erase,” and press ENTER.

The display for setting point A and B appears. “Start” is selected.

A-B Erase

Title No.01

May/02/2008 08:00 PM

Start 00:00:00

00:00:07

End 00:00:00

10:10 AM

Title No.01

Start

End

Erase

Finish

4 Press ENTER at the start point of the

section to be erased (point A).

You can use H PLAY, , . PREV/> NEXT, and X PAUSE to

find the point. At the point you want to select, press H PLAY or X PAUSE, and press ENTER. “End” is selected.

A-B Erase

Title No.01

May/02/2008 08:00 PM

Start 00:00:10

00:00:10

End 00:00:00

10:10 AM

Title No.01

Start

End

Erase

Finish

5 Press ENTER at the end point of the section

(point B).

“Erase” is selected. To reset the start or end point, select “Start” or “End” and repeat from step 4 or 5.

6 Press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation.

7 Select “OK,” and press ENTER.

The scene is erased. To continue, repeat from step 4. To finish, select “Finish,” and press ENTER.

z Hint

A chapter mark is inserted after the scene was erased. The chapter mark divides the title into separate chapters on either side of the mark.

Notes

• Images or sound may be momentarily interrupted at the point where you erase a section of a title.

• Sections shorter than five seconds may not be erased.

• The start and end points of a title may be different from what you have set.

• If you erase an original title used in a Playlist, that Playlist is also erased.

Dividing a title into two (Divide Title)

RWVR

RVR

You can divide a title into two. Note that dividing original titles cannot be undone.

1 Press TITLE LIST.

When editing a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), press ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST to switch to the “Title List (Original),” if necessary.

2 Select a title, and press ENTER.

The sub-menu appears.

3 Select “Divide Title,” and press ENTER.

The display for setting the dividing point appears. “Point” is selected.

Divide Title (Original)

Title No. 01

May/02/2008 08:00 PM

Start 00:00:00

00:00:07

End 00:00:00

10:10 AM

Title No.01

Point

Divide

4 Press ENTER at the point where you want to

divide the title.

You can use H PLAY, , . PREV/> NEXT, and X PAUSE to

find the point. At the point you want to select, press H PLAY or X PAUSE, and press ENTER. “Divide” is selected.

Divide Title (Original)

Title No. 01

May/02/2008 08:00 PM

Start 00:00:00

00:00:10

End 00:00:10

10:10 AM

Title No.01

Point

Divide

5 Press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation. To reset the dividing point, select “No” and press ENTER, then repeat from step 4.

6 Select “Yes,” and press ENTER.

The display asks whether to rename the title. To use the same name as before, select “No” and press ENTER to finish.

7 Select “Yes,” and press ENTER.

The “Title Name” display appears.

8 Follow steps 5 to 7 of “Changing the Name

of a Title” (page 61) to complete renaming.

The divided title appears in the Title List with the new name.

z Hint

If the dividing point is set too c lose to the beginning of the title, the title cannot be divided.

Changing the Name of a Title

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You can enter a title name of up to 32 characters. Since the displayed number of characters is limited, their appearance in menus such as Title List may be different. When the display for entering characters appears, follow the steps below.

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ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST M/m/</,, ENTER

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press TITLE LIST.

When editing a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), press ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST to switch to the “Title List (Original),” if necessary.

3 Select a title, and press ENTER.

The sub-menu appears.

4 Select “Title Name,” and press ENTER.

The “Title Name” display appears.

Cursor

Title Name

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Backspace Space Delete Clear Finish

a b c d e

f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z

Input row

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0

- _ + = . @ # $

%^& ( )

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DVD Editing

Character paletteSetting buttons

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5 Select the character you want to enter

using M/m/</,, and press ENTER.

The selected character appears in the input row. You can only enter characters and symbols that are displayed.

• To change the cursor position, select the

input row using M, and press </,.

• To erase a character, select either of the following setting buttons and press ENTER. “Backspace”: Erases the character to the left of the cursor. “Delete”: Erases the character at the cursor position. “Clear”: Erases all the characters in the input row.

• To insert a space, move the cursor to the desired position, select “Space,” and press ENTER.

• To insert a character, move the cursor to the desired position, select the character, and press ENTER.

6 Repeat step 5 to enter the remaining

characters.

To return to the Title List without renaming the title, press O RETURN.

7 Select “Finish,” and press ENTER.

Creating a Playlist

RWVR-RVR

Playlist titles allow you to edit without changing the original recordings (see “Edit options for DVD-RWs (VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode)” on page 57). You can create a Playlist title by combining up to 99 sections (scenes) from original titles.

Notes

• If you erase an original title used in a Playlist, that Playlist is also erased.

• You cannot create or edit Playlist titles on a finalized disc. When you want to edit or record on the DVD-RW again, unfinalize the disc (page 66).

DVD

SYSTEM

TITLE LIST

O RETURN

. PREV/

> NEXT

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M/m/</,, ENTER

H PLAY

z Hint

You can also rename a disc (page 64). Follow steps 5 to 7 above when the “Disc Name” display appears.

X PAUSE

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is

in stop mode.

Title List (Original)

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Press ENTER :

Title Menu for DVD Title List.

10:10 AM

3 Select “Edit,” and press ENTER.

Edit

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Create Playlist

Edit Playlist

10:10 AM

4 Select “Create Playlist,” and press ENTER.

The display for creating a Playlist appears. “Start” is selected.

Playlist No. 01

---/--/---- --:--

Create Playlist

Start 00:00:00

00:00:07

End 00:00:00

10:10 AM

Scene No.01

Start

End

Make

Finish

5 Press ENTER at the start point.

You can use H PLAY, , . PREV/> NEXT, and X PAUSE to

find the point. At the point you want to select, press H PLAY or X PAUSE, and press ENTER. “End” is selected.

Playlist No. 01

---/--/---- --:--

Create Playlist

Start 00:00:10

00:00:10

End 00:00:00

10:10 AM

Scene No.01

Start

End

Make

Finish

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

To turn off the display

Press SYSTEM MENU.

Playing a Playlist title

1 Press TITLE LIST. 2 Press ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST to switch to the

“Playlist” Title List.

LINE

May/02/2008 03:25 PM

Playlist

No. Title Length Edit1/2

01 LINE 1 >00:05:04 02 LINE 1 >00:00:51

10:10 AM

3 Select a Playlist title, and press ENTER.

The sub-menu appears.

4 Select “Play,” and press ENTER.

z Hint

When a Playlist title is created, the start and end points will become chapter marks, and each scene will become a chapter.

Notes

• The picture may pause when an edited scene is played.

• The start and end points in a title may be different from what you have set.

DVD Editing

6 Press ENTER at the end point.

“Make” is selected. To reset the start or end point, select “Start” or “End” and repeat step 5 or 6.

7 Press ENTER.

The selected section is captured as a scene. To continue, repeat from step 5.

8 When you finish capturing scenes, select

“Finish” and press ENTER.

,continued

Renaming and erasing a Playlist title

1 Press TITLE LIST. 2 Press ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST to switch to the

“Playlist” Title List.

Playlist

No. Title Length Edit1/2

01 LINE 1 >00:05:04 02 LINE 1 >00:00:51

10:10 AM

Formatting/Renaming/ Protecting a Disc

RWVR-RW

The “Disc Setting” display allows you to check the disc information or change the disc name. Depending on the disc type, you can also format or set protection.

Video

RVR

Video

LINE

May/02/2008 03:25 PM

3 Select a Playlist title, and press ENTER.

The sub-menu appears.

4 Select an option, and press ENTER.

Select from the following options. “Title Erase”: Erases the title. Select “OK” when asked for confirmation. “Title Name”: Allows you to rename the title (page 61).

z Hint

You can also edit Playlist titles from the System Menu. Press SYSTEM MENU to select “Edit,” and select “Edit Playlist.”

Note

You cannot create or edit Playlist titles on a finalized disc. When you want to edit or record on the DVD-RW again, unfinalize the disc (page 66).

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SYSTEM

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1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is

in stop mode.

3 Select “Disc Setting,” and press ENTER.

The “Disc Setting” display appears.

1 2

3 4

5 6

Disc Setting

Title List

Disc Name :

Disc Protect : Not Protected

Timer

Disc Format : VR Mode

Edit

Disc Finalize : Unfinalized

Dubbing

Disc Information

Disc Setting

Erase All Titles

Setup

10:10 AM

4 Select an option, and press ENTER.

A “Disc Name”: Allows you to rename a

disc. For details on how to enter characters, see page 61.

B “Disc Protect” (DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs

(VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode) only): Protects all titles on the disc when “Protected” is selected. To cancel the protection, select “Not Protected.”

C “Disc Format” (DVD+RWs/DVD-

RWs/DVD-Rs only): Erases all contents of the disc, including protected titles, and makes a blank disc (except DVD-Rs). For DVD-RWs, select a recording format (“VR Mode” or “Video Mode”) according to your needs. To format unused DVD-Rs in VR mode, select “VR Mode” and then “OK.”

D “Disc Finalize”: Finalizes a disc. See

page 66 for details.

E “Disc Information”: Displays the

following information.

•Disc name

• Disc type (and recording format for a DVD-RW (VR mode)/DVD-R (VR mode))

• Total number of titles

• Protect setting

• The oldest and most recent recording date

• The total available recording time in each recording mode

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

z Hints

• You can set protection for individual titles (page 58).

• By reformatting, you can change the recording format on DVD-RWs, or record again on DVD-RWs (Video mode) that have been finalized.

Notes

• You can label a disc using up to 32 characters; however, the name may not display on other DVD equipment.

• You cannot label an unused DVD-R (Video mode) disc. Label the disc after you first record on it.

• You cannot mix VR mode and Video mode on the same DVD-RW or DVD-R.

• You cannot change the recording format on used DVDRs.

• The recorder records on new DVD-Rs in Video mode unless you first format the discs in VR mode (page 48).

DVD Editing

Disc Name

Media

Title No.

Protected

Date

Remainder

Disc Information

Disc 1

DVD-RW VR ModeFormat

Original 6 / Playlist 1

Not Protected

4/05/2008 ~ 4/30/2008

HQ : 0H 57M LSP : 2H 23M EP : 5H 46M

HSP : 1H 26M ESP : 2H 52M SLP : 7H 40M

10:10 AM

SP : 1H 55M LP : 3H 50M

4.4/4.7GB

F “Erase All Titles” (DVD+RWs/DVD-

RWs/DVD-Rs (VR mode) only): Erases all titles on the disc (except protected titles). Select “OK” when asked for confirmation. For DVD-RWs (VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode), Playlist titles created with protected titles are also erased.

Finalizing a Disc (Preparing a Disc for Playback on Other Equipment)

Z OPEN/

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Video

RVR-R

Video

Finalizing is necessary in order to play discs recorded with this recorder on other DVD equipment. Note that you cannot further record or edit on a finalized disc. When you finalize a DVD+RW/DVD-RW (Video mode)/DVD+R/DVD-R (Video mode), a DVD menu will be automatically created, which can be displayed on other DVD equipment. Before finalizing, check the differences between the disc types in the table below.

Differences between the disc types

Discs are automatically finalized when

removed from the recor der. You can edit or record on the disc even after finalizing.

Finalizing is unnecessary when playing a

RWVR

disc on VR format compatible equipment. Even if your other DVD equipment is VR format compatible, you may need to finalize the disc, especially if the recording time is short. After finalizing, you cannot edit or record on the disc. If you want to edit or record on it again, unfinalize or reformat the disc (page 64). Note however, that reformatting a disc erases all its contents.

Finalizing is necessary in order to play

Video

on equipment other than this recorder. After finalizing, you cannot edit or record on the disc. If you want to edit or record on it again, unfinalize or reformat the disc (page 64). Note however, that reformatting a disc erases all its contents.

Finalizing is necessary in order to play

RVR

on equipment other than this recorder. The finalized discs can be played on other VR mode compatible players. After finalizing, you cannot further edit or record on the disc.

Finalizing is necessary in order to play

on equipment other than this recorder.

Video

After finalizing, you cannot further edit or record on the disc.

SYSTEM

M/m/</,, ENTER

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Insert a disc. 3 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is

in stop mode.

The System Menu appears.

4 Select “Disc Setting,” and press ENTER.

The “Disc Setting” display appears.

Disc Setting

Title List

Disc Name :

Disc Protect : Not Protected

Timer

Disc Format : VR Mode

Edit

Disc Finalize : Unfinalized

Dubbing

Disc Information

Disc Setting

Erase All Titles

Setup

10:10 AM

5 Select “Disc Finalize,” and press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation.

Do you want to finalize this disc ?

UnfinalizeFinalize

6 Select “Finalize,” and press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation again.

Disc will be finalized.

Do you want to continue ?

CancelOK

7 Select “OK,” and press ENTER.

The recorder starts finalizing the disc.

To turn off the display

Press SYSTEM MENU.

To unfinalize a DVD-RW

If you cannot record or edit on a DVD-RW that has been finalized, unfinalize the disc by selecting “Unfinalize” in step 6 above.

z Hints

• You can check whether the disc has been finalized or not. If you cannot select “Finalize” in step 6 above, the disc has already been finalized.

• To check the disc information, select “Disc Information” in the “Disc Setting” display and press ENTER. See page 64 for details.

Using the Auto Finalize function

If the recording exceeds 30 % of the disc capacity, the recorder automatically finalizes DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD-Rs (Video mode), and DVD+Rs: – when you eject the disc by pressing Z OPEN/

– when all the timer recordings are finished. – if the disc becomes full during recording. To turn on this function, set “Auto Finalize” to “On” in the “Features” setup (page 103).

• It may take a few minutes for the recorder to finalize a

• A disc once finalized cannot be recorded or edited.

• DVD-Rs (Vidoe mode)/DVD+Rs cannot be

• For discs where erasing titles/chapters does not free up

• The Auto Finalize function does not work for One-

Video

CLOSE immediately after you stop recording by pressing x STOP.

Notes

disc.

unfinalized.

disc space (page 59), the Auto Finalize function activates if the total amount of recording before erasing exceeds 30 % of the disc capacity.

touch Timer Recording (page 50) or SynchroRecording (page 54).

DVD Editing

Notes

• Depending on the condition of the disc, the recording, or the DVD equipment, discs may not play even if the discs are finalized.

• The recorder may not be able to finalize a disc if it was recorded on another recorder.

VCR Playback

Playing a VHS Tape

Z OPEN/

DISPLAY

CLEAR

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VIDEO TRACKING +/–

H PLAY

x STOP

1 Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. 2 Insert a tape.

Playback starts automatically if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed.

3 Press H PLAY.

The front panel display shows the playing time. When the tape reaches the end, it will rewind automatically.

To stop playback

Press x STOP.

To eject the tape

Press Z OPEN/CLOSE.

To turn off the power while rewinding (Rewind Shut Off)

Press "/1 while the tape is rewinding. The power will turn off but the tape will keep rewinding until it reaches the end.

To use the time counter

Press CLEAR at the point where you want to find later. The counter in the front panel display resets to “0:00:00.” To search for the 0:00:00 point automatically, see page 71. To display the counter on the TV screen, press DISPLAY.

Notes

• During playback, the VCR automatically detects the recording system (S-VHS/VHS) and the recording mode (SP or EP) from the tape. LP mode recordings made on other equipment will play, but picture quality is not guaranteed.

• The counter resets to “0:00:00” whenever a tape is reinserted.

• The counter stops counting when it comes to a portion with no recording.

• The counter resets to “0:00:00” after ten hours, and starts recounting.

• When playback does not start even if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed, set “VCR Function” – “Auto Play” of “Features” to “On” in the “Setup” display (page 103).

• If you switch to the VCR while playing a disc, DVD playback stops.

• The VCR does not record in S-VHS format, but will play S-VHS tapes by automatically detecting the format, but picture quality will be lower than usual SVHS. Image may be unclear if playback options such as slow-motion, etc., are used.

• Playback of S-VHS tapes recorded in EP (×3) mode is not guaranteed.

• The VCR is not compatible with the PAL or SECAM color system. Only NTSC tapes can be played.

• For simultaneous VHS and DVD operation, see page 9.

Adjusting the picture (tracking)

You can manually adjust tracking if the recording quality is too poor to be remedied by the VCR’s automatic tracking (a tracking meter appears during the automatic tracking).

Press TRACKING +/–.

The tracking meter appears. Press TRACKING +/– repeatedly until the distortion disappears.

Tracking

Tracking meter

To resume automatic tracking

Press TRACKING + and TRACKING – on the recorder at the same time for more than ten seconds. Or, eject the tape and reinsert it.

VCR Playback

Playback Options

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REPLAY/ ADVANCE

. PREV

> NEXT H PLAY

X PAUSE

Button Operation

• Fast reverses or fast forwards when pressed during stop mode. (fast reverse/fast forward)

When you hold down during fast reverse or fast forward, you can view the picture.

• Plays at high speed when briefly pressed during playback.

When you hold down the button during playback, the high-speed play continues until you release the button.

Plays in slow motion when pressed in pause mode.

(slow)

ADVANCE • Advances one frame for each press in pause mode.

• Fast forwards the current scene for 30 seconds when pressed during playback.

REPLAY Replays the previous scene when pressed during playback.

. PREV/ > NEXT

Press during playback. Playback speed changes with each press: –×7 y –×5 y –×3 y PAUSE y SLOW y

PLAY y

×2 y ×3 y ×5 y ×7

X PAUSE Pauses playback.

If you pause playback for more than five minutes, playback starts automatically.

Can be pressed up to four times to forward about two minutes.

For 10 seconds in SP or LP mode/for 15 seconds in EP mode.

To resume normal playback, press H PLAY.

Notes

• The sound is muted during playback at various speeds.

• The picture may show noise during high-speed reverse play.

Searching Using Various Functions

The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each recording begins. You can easily find a specific point using various search functions.

Note

During DVD recording, you cannot use VCR search functions.

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H PLAY

CLEAR

VIDEO

M/m/</,, ENTER

OPTIONS

Go to Zero

0:00:00

“End Search”: Searches for the beginning of a blank space. If no blank space is found, the tape will reach the end.

End search

0:00:13

VCR Playback

“Forward Intro Scan”/“Reverse Intro Scan”: Searches for an index mark and plays back for about five seconds at that point. Press H PLAY to view that program. If you do not press H PLAY, the VCR automatically searches for the next index mark, or until it reaches the end of the tape.

1 Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. 2 Press OPTIONS. 3 Select a search method from the OPTIONS

menu, and press ENTER.

Go To Zero

End Search

Forward Intro Scan

Reverse Intro Scan

ENTER

Move

“Go To Zero”: Searches for the 0:00:00 point on the tape counter. To reset the counter to 0:00:00, press CLEAR.

Enter

Scan and play

–0:00:01

Notes

• The VCR may not recognize the end of a blank space depending on its length.

• No index signal is marked if you pause a recording and then keep recording the same program. To mark an index, press x STOP or change the input source once during recording pause.

Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information

Viewing information on the front panel display

You can view the information on the front panel display.

You can check playback information, such as elapsed or remaining time, recording mode, etc., on the TV screen.

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DISPLAY

TIME/TEXT

Press DISPLAY during playback.

The information display appears. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows:

Tape and disc information/date and time

Tape information only

No display

Stop

0:05:30

Rem 00:25

Line1

Play

0:30:00

Rem 01:30

Line1

Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly.

The displays differ depending on the status.

Example: When playing a tape

Elapsed time

Remaining tape length

Clock

Example: When a tape is in stop mode

Clock

Elapsed time

Remaining tape length

Input source

Fri May 02. 2008 10:10 AM

A Playing status B Time counter (elapsed time) C Recording mode D Remaining tape length E Input source F Date and time

Selecting the Sound During Playback

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Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback.

To listen to On-screen display

Stereo Hi-Fi

Left channel Left

Right channel Right

VCR Playback

Monaural sound on the normal audio track

Mono

How sound is recorded on a video tape

The VCR records sound onto two separate tracks. Hi-fi audio is recorded onto the main track along with the picture. Monaural sound is recorded onto the normal audio track along the edge of the tape.

Normal audio track

Hi-fi audio track (main track)

Monaural sound

Stereo sound (left/right channels)

Notes

• To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connections.

• When you play a tape recorded in monaural, the sound is heard in monaural regardless of the AUDIO setting.

VCR Recording

Before Recording

Before you start recording…

• This VCR records in VHS format, not S-VHS format.

• Check that the tape is longer than the recording time (page 72).

• Check that the recorder is connected to a tuner such as a cable box or satellite receiver (page 12). See also the tuner’s instruction manual.

Notes

• Timer recordings will start with or without the recorder turned on. Once started, the recorder cannot be turned off. The recorder automatically turns off after a recording has finished.

• This recorder has the copy guard function. Programs that contain a Copy-Never copy guard signal cannot be correctly recorded on the VCR.

To save a recording

To prevent accidental erasure, break off the safety tab as illustrated. To record on the tape again, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

Notes

• Tapes recorded in EP (×3) m ode by this VCR cannot be played back on VHS video decks with SP mode only.

• Noise may appear in the image when tapes recorded in EP (×3) mode by this VCR are played back on other VHS video decks with EP mode.

Safety tab

Recording mode

“EP” (Extended Play) and “SP” (Standard Play) is available for recording mode (tape speed). “EP” provides recording time three times as long as “SP.” However, “SP” produces better picture and audio quality.

Maximum recording time

Tape Length SP EP

T-120 2 hrs 6 hrs

T-160 2 hrs 40 mins 8 hrs

T-180 3 hrs 9 hrs

VCR Recording From Connected Equipment Without the Timer

You can record TV programs on the recorder through the connected cable box/satellite receiver.

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DISPLAY

z REC

VIDEO CH +/–

INPUT

H PLAY

x STOP X PAUSE

REC MODE

(LINE1 or LINE2) by pressing INPUT, and then select the channel on the cable box/ satellite receiver’s side.

5 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the

recording mode, “SP” or “EP.”

For details about the recording mode, see page 74.

6 Press z REC.

“REC” appears in the front panel display, and recording starts. Leave the cable box/satellite receiver turned on and do not change the channel you are recording.

To stop recording

Press x STOP.

To pause recording

Press X PAUSE. To restart recording, press X PAUSE again. If you pause recording for more than five minutes, recording stops automatically.

To watch a DVD while recording

Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder, insert a disc, and press H PLAY.

VCR Recording

1 Turn on the recorder and the connected

cable box/satellite receiver.

2 Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. 3 Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.

4 Press CH +/– or INPUT repeatedly to select

the channel or input source you want to record.

• When using the cable box/satellite receiver control, select the channel by pressing CH +/– on this recorder’s remote. The recorder’s input is switched to the connec ted input (LINE1 or LINE2). You can also use the number buttons.

• When not using the cable box/satellite receiver control, select the connected input

z Hints

• Tape information displayed on the TV screen will not be recorded on the tape.

• You can turn off the TV during recording.

Notes

• You cannot change the recording mode or input source while recording.

• If you insert a tape with its safety tab removed, the tape is ejected when you press z REC.

Recording using the Quick Timer (One-touch Timer Recording)

You can set the recorder to record in 30-minute increments.

1 Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. 2 Press z REC repeatedly to set the

duration.

Each press increases the time by 30 minutes, up to six hours.

0:30 1:00 5:30 6:00

(Normal recording)

,continued

“c” and “OTR” light up, and the remaining recording time appears in the front panel display. When the time counter reaches “0:00,” the recorder stops recording and turns off.

To cancel the Quick Timer

Press z REC repeatedly until the counter appears in the front panel display. The recorder returns to normal recording mode.

To stop recording

Press x STOP twice.

Checking the remaining tape length

You can check recording information, such as remaining tape length or recording mode, etc.

Press DISPLAY while recording.

The information display appears. Press the button repeatedly to change the display (page 72).

Record

0:30:00

Rem 01:30

Line1

Notes

• The remaining tape length may not be indicated accurately for short tapes such as T-20 or T-30, or tapes recorded in LP mode.

• After DISPLAY is pressed, it may take one minute for the remaining tape length to appear.

A Recording status B Time counter C Recording mode D Remaining tape length E Input source

To check the remaining tape length, set “VCR Function” – “Tape Length” of “Features” in the “Setup” display correctly (page 103).

z Hint

You can view the information also in the front panel display. Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly to change the display. Note that TIME/TEXT does not work during One-touch Timer Recording.

VCR Timer Recording From

12 3 4 56

Connected Equipment

You can set the timer for a total of 12 programs together with DVD and VCR timer recording, up to one month in advance. If you record from connected equipment that has a timer function, you can use the Synchro Rec function (page 80).

Note

Do not operate your cable box or satellite receiver just before or during a timer recording. This may prevent the accurate recording of a program.

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VIDEO

TIMER M/m/</,,

ENTER

x STOP

1 Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. 2 Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.

3 Press TIMER.

Timer – Standard

No Rec To Date Start End Source Mode Edit

No.01

01 VHS 4/15 09:00PM 10:00PM CH8

02 VHS 4/30 09:15PM 09:45PM CH11

Media Date Start End Ch Mode

03 --- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---

VCR

Today 09 00 10 00 Line1 SP

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---04

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---05

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---06

: PM

10:10 AM

4 Select an item using </, and adjust

using M/m.

A “Media”: Select “VCR.” B “Date”: Sets the date using M.

C “Start”: Sets the start time. D “End”: Sets the stop time. E “Ch”: Selects the channel or input

source.

• When using the cable box/satellite receiver control, select the channel.

• When not using the cable box/satellite receiver control, select the inp ut, LINE1 or LINE2. Select the channel on the connected cable box/satellite receiver’s side before the timer recording starts.

F “Mode”: Selects the recording mode;

“SP” or “EP.” To use the Rec Mode Adjust function (page 78), select “AUTO.”

If you make a mistake, select the item and change the setting.

5 Press ENTER.

The Timer List menu (page 79) appears. The c indicator lights up in the front panel display, and the recorder is ready to start recording.

VCR Recording

,continued

•If the c indicator flashes in the front panel

display, check that a tape with its safety tab in place is inserted.

• If timer settings overlap, a message appears. To change or cancel a timer recording, select “Edit” from the Timer List (page 79).

6 Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the menu.

To stop recording

Press x STOP twice.

If timer settings overlap

7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

Program 1

“Tape Length” of “Features” in the “Setup” display (page 103)).

z Hints

• When the start time and the channel or input source to be recorded are the same but the “Media” setting differs, the program is recorded to both the DVD disc and the VHS tape.

• You can also turn on the Timer programming menu from the System Menu. Press SYSTEM MENU to select “Timer,” and select “Timer-Standard.”

Notes

• Even when correctly set, the program may not be recorded if another recording is underway, or other prioritized timer setting overlaps.

• You cannot record on a tape with its safety tab removed.

• Before the timer recording starts, “TIMER REC” flashes in the front panel display.

• The recorder automatically turns off when a timer recording finishes, even if the recording started with the recorder turned on.

Program 2

will be cut off

7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

Program 1

Program 2

will be cut off

To change or cancel timer recording

See “Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List)” on page 79.

To use the Rec Mode Adjust function

If the remaining tape length is too short for the current recording, the VCR automatically changes the recording mode from SP to EP. When setting the timer, select “AUTO” in “Mode,” and check that the “Tape Length” setting is correct for the inserted tape (“VCR Function” -

Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List)

You can change or cancel timer settings using the Timer List menu.

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O RETURN

M/m/</,, ENTER

1 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The System Menu appears.

2 Select “Timer,” and press ENTER. 3 Select “Timer List,” and press ENTER.

Timer List

No. Media Date Start End Ch Mode Edit

01 VCR 04/15 09:00PM 10:00PM Line1

02 VCR 04/30 09:15PM 09:45PM Line1

03 --- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---04

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---05

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---06

10:10 AM

4 Select the timer setting you want to change

or cancel, and press ENTER.

The sub-menu appears.

Timer List

No. Media Date Start End Ch Mode Edit

01 VCR 04/15 09:00PM 10:00PM Line1

02 VCR 04/30 09:15PM 09:45PM Line1

03 --- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---04

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---05

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---06

10:10 AM

Edit

rase

5 Select one of the options, and press

ENTER.

“Edit”: Changes the timer setting. Select an item using </, and adjust using M/m. Press ENTER.

Timer – Standard

No Rec To Date Start End Source Mode Edit

No.01

01 DVD 04/15 09:00PM 10:00PM CH8

02 DVD 04/30 09:15PM 09:45PM CH11

Media Date Start End Ch Mode

03 --- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---

VCR

04/15 09 00 10 00 Line1 SP

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---04

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--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---06

: PM

“Erase”: Erases the timer setting. Select “OK” and press ENTER when asked for confirmation.

Timer List

No Rec To Date Start End Source Mode Edit

01 VHS 4/15 09:00PM 10:00PM CH8

02 VHS 4/30 09:15PM 09:45PM CH11

03 --- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---04

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---05

--- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- ---06

Do you want to erase “No.01”?

Cancel

10:10 AM

VCR Recording

Timer information displays the recording date, time, recording mode, etc. If there are more than six timer settings, press m to display the next page.

6 Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the Timer

List.

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

Notes

• Even when correctly set, the program may not be recorded if another recording is underway, or other prioritized timer setting overlaps. For priority, see page 78.

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• You cannot change the timer settings for a recording currently underway.

• The Timer List displays both the DVD recorder and VCR timer settings.

Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec)

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SYSTEM

VIDEO

M/m/</,, ENTER

x STOP

REC MODE SYNCHRO

REC

1 Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. 2 Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. 3 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the

recording mode, “SP” or “EP.”

4 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is

in stop mode.

5 Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. 6 Select “Features,” and press ENTER.

The “Features” setup appears.

7 Select “Synchro Recording,” and press

ENTER.

8 Select “to VIDEO,” and press ENTER. 9 Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the menu. 10

Set the timer on the connected equipment to the time of the program you want to record, and turn it off.

Press SYNCHRO REC.

To stop recording

Press x STOP twice.

To cancel Synchro-Rec function

If the timer settings of a Synchro-Recording and another timer recording overlap

Regardless of whether or not the program is a Synchro-Rec program, the program that starts first has priority and the second program starts recording only after the first program has finished. If the end time of one setting and the start time of another timer setting is the same, the beginning of the program that starts later will be cut.

Notes

• The Synchro-Rec function does not work with some tuners. For details, see the tuner’s operating instructions.

• The Synchro-Rec function does not work for a video signal input via the LINE 1 IN S VIDEO jack.

• After a recording has finished, the recorder enters the Synchro-Rec standby mode until the SYNC-REC indicator turns off in the front panel display.

• You cannot record on a tape with its safety tab removed.

• If Synchro-Rec starts with the recorder turned on, the recorder will turn off when the recording ends.

VCR Recording

Program 1

Program 2

7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

will be cut off

Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device

You can record from a connected VCR or similar device. For connection details, see “Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device” on page 27.

Notes

• A video game image may not be recorded clearly.

• You cannot record on a tape with its safety tab removed.

• During recording or recording pause, you cannot change the recording mode.

• You cannot change the input source during recording.

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z REC

VIDEO

INPUT

x STOP

REC MODE

1 Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. 2 Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. 3 Press INPUT repeatedly to select the input

source (LINE1 or LINE2) according to the connection you made.

4 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the

recording mode, “SP” or “EP.”

5 Insert the source tape into the connected

equipment and set to playback pause.

6 Press z REC on this recorder and the

pause or play button on the connected equipment at the same time.

Recording starts. To stop recording, press x STOP on this recorder.

Dubbing (TAPE y DVD)

Dubbing From a VHS Tape to a DVD

TVIDEO

RWVR-RW

Video

RVR-R

Video

You can easily record (dub) a VHS tape to a disc. Before dubbing, make the necessary audio settings on the VCR.

◆How titles and chapters are created

The recorder takes each recording on the VHS tape and automatically divides them into titles as they are dubbed to a disc. These titles are then further divided into chapters at either 5 or 15-minute intervals, according to the “DVD Auto Chapter” setting of “Features” in the “Setup” display.

Note

To play the dubbed disc on other DVD equipment, finalize the disc (page 66). If you set “Auto Fi nalize” to “On” in the “Features” se tup (page 103), the Auto Finalize function works for DVDRWs (Video mode), DVD-Rs (Video mode) and DVD+Rs after dubbing. For details, see page 67.

DVD VIDEO

SYSTEM

H PLAY

X PAUSE

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AUDIO

M/m/</,, ENTER

x STOP

REC MODE

1 Press DVD and insert a recordable disc.

To select the recording mode, press REC MODE repeatedly (see page 47).

2 Insert a source VHS tape. 3 Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. 4 Start playing the VHS tape, and then press

x STOP or X PAUSE at the point where you want to start dubbing.

To select VCR sound, press AUDIO during playback (see page 73).

5 Press T VIDEO on the recorder.

Dubbing starts.

To stop dubbing

Press x STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop dubbing.

To dub using the on-screen menu

1 After step 4 above, press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Select “Dubbing” from the System Menu, and

press ENTER.

Dubbing

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Simple Dubbing

DV/D8 Dubbing

USB Dubbing

10:10 AM

Dubbing (TAPE y DVD)

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3 Select “Simple Dubbing,” and press ENTER.

Dubbing

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Simple Dubbing

DV/D8 Dubbing

USB Dubbing

10:10 AM

VIDEO --> DVD DVD --> VIDEO

4 Select “VIDEO t DVD,” and press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation.

5 Select “Yes,” and press ENTER.

Dubbing starts.

Dubbing From a DVD to a VHS Tape

RWVR

DVD

RAM

You can record (dub) a DVD title to a VHS tape. Note that when you record copy-protected software to a tape, picture may appear disrupted when you play back the tape. Before dubbing, make the necessary audio settings on the DVD recorder.

Video

RVR-R

Video

z Hints

• A black (no signal) screen at the end of the dubbed disc is not a malfunction. This screen is recorded if a time discrepancy exists between the disc and tape when the recording is stopped.

• When dubbing a VHS tape to a DVD, the VHS tape counter value may differ slightly from the DVD recording time.

• VCR playback sound is output during dubbing.

Notes

• Dubbing cannot be made when: – using a non-recordable DVD. – using VHS software with copy guard functions.

• Dubbing stops when: – the VHS tape reaches the end and stops. – the VHS video deck or the DVD deck is stopped. – the disc remaining time runs out.

• The System Menu, OPTIONS menu, and information display are not displayed during dubbing.

• Copyrights – Recordings made from VHS tapes and other

copyrighted material are solely for individual enjoyment, and other unauthorized use is prohibited under copyright law.

– Unauthorized editing of copyrighted material is

prohibited under copyright law.

DVD

TOP MENU

SYSTEM

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DVD t

VIDEO

SUBTITLE AUDIO

TITLE LIST M/m/</,, ENTER

H PLAY

x STOP X PAUSE

REC MODE

1 Press VIDEO and insert a VHS tape with its

safety tab in place.

To select the recording mode, SP or EP, press REC MODE repeatedly (see page 74).

2 Insert a source disc. 3 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder.

4 Press TOP MENU or TITLE LIST to select a

title.

5 Start playing the DVD, and then press x

STOP or X PAUSE at the point where you want to start dubbing.

To select DVD sound, language, or subtitle, press AUDIO or SUBTITLE during playback (see page 35).

6 Press DVD t on the recorder.

Dubbing starts.

To stop dubbing

Press x STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop dubbing.

To dub using the on-screen menu

1 After step 5 above, press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Select “Dubbing” from the System Menu, and

press ENTER.

Dubbing

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Simple Dubbing

DV/D8 Dubbing

USB Dubbing

10:10 AM

z Hints

• The brightness of the playback picture may differ from normal DVD playback picture.

• The DVD playback time may differ slightly from the VHS tape counter value.

• The sound being played back (main, sub, etc.) is the dubbed sound.

Notes

• Dubbing stops when: – the DVD is played back to the end and stops. – the DVD deck or the VHS video deck is stopped. – the tape remaining time runs out.

• The System Menu, OPTIONS menu, and information display are not displayed during dubbing.

• Copyrights – Recordings made from discs and other copyrighted

material are solely for individual enjoyment, and other unauthorized use is prohibited under copyright law.

– Unauthorized editing of copyrighted material is

prohibited under copyright law.

Dubbing (TAPE y DVD)

3 Select “Simple Dubbing,” and press ENTER.

Dubbing

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Simple Dubbing

DV/D8 Dubbing

USB Dubbing

10:10 AM

VIDEO --> DVD DVD --> VIDEO

4 Select “DVD t VIDEO,” and press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation.

5 Select “Yes,” and press ENTER.

Dubbing starts. If the disc’s menu appears when DVD playback finishes, press x STOP to stop dubbing. Otherwise the disc’s menu is recorded until the tape reaches its end.

DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 t DVD)

Before DV/D8 Dubbing

This section explains dubbing with a DV camcorder via the DV IN jack on the front panel. If you want to dub by way of the LINE IN jacks, see “Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device” on page 56.

About the DV IN jack

The DV IN jack on this recorder conforms to the i.LINK standard. You can connect any other equipment that has an i.LINK (DV) jack, and record digital signals. For more information about i.LINK, see “About i.LINK” on page 115.

z Hint

If you plan to do additional editing on a disc after the initial dub, use the DV IN jack and record on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode). Note that erasing unwanted scenes does not free up disc space for DVD-Rs (VR mode).

Notes

• The DV IN jack is for input only. It will not output signals.

• You cannot use the DV IN jack when: – your DV camcorder does not work with this recorder.

Connect the camcorder to the LINE IN jack and follow the instructions of “Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device” on page 56.

– the input signal is not in DVC-SD format. Do not

connect a MICROMV format DV camcorder even if

it has an i.LINK jack. – the input signal is in HDV (1080i) format. – the images on the tape contain copy protection

signals, which limit recording.

Connecting a DV Camcorder to the DV IN Jack

You can connect a DV camcorder to the DV IN jack on the recorder to record or edit from a DV/ D8 format tape. Operation is straightforward because the DVD recorder will fast forward and rewind the tape for you – you do not need to operate your DV camcorder. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DV camcorder as well before connecting.

VCR-DVD recorder

DV I N

to DV IN

i.LINK cable (not supplied)

to DV output

DV camcorder

: Signal flow

Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD

RWVR-RW

Video

RVR-R

Video

You can simply record the entire contents of a DV/ D8 format tape onto a disc. The recorder controls the DV camcorder for the whole process. You can also select the scenes on the tape using the onscreen display. See “Dubbing selected scenes” on page 88.

◆How titles and chapters are created

The dubbed contents on the disc become one title, and the title is then divided into chapters at either 5 or 15-minute intervals, according to the “DVD Auto Chapter” setting of “Features” in the “Setup” display.

Notes

• To play the dubbed disc on other DVD equipment, finalize the disc (page 66). If you set “Auto Finalize” to “On” in the “Features” setup (page 103), the Auto Finalize function works for DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD-Rs (Video mode) and DVD+Rs after dubbing. For details, see page 67.

• Do not connect the (USB) jack at the same time.

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INPUT

ONE-TOUCH DUBBING

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Place a recordable disc on the disc tray.

About inserting discs, see page 49 for details.

3 Insert the source DV/D8 format tape into

your DV camcorder, and set the camcorder to video playback mode.

4 Press INPUT repeatedly to select “DV.” 5 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the

recording mode.

6 Set the “DV/D8 Audio Input” setting in the

“Audio” setup (page 102).

Select the desired audio if multiple audio channels are recorded on the tape.

7 Press ONE-TOUCH DUBBING on the

recorder.

The recorder rewinds the tape in the DV camcorder and then starts recording the tape contents from the beginning. When playback of the tape stops, One Touch Dubbing ends automatically.

DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 t DVD)

SYSTEM

M/m/</,, ENTER

x STOP REC MODE

To stop recording

Press x STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording.

Notes

• During dubbing, timer recordings are unavailable.

• You cannot record the date, time, or contents of a DV/ D8 format tape onto the disc.

• If you record from a DV/D8 format tape with a soundtrack that is recorded in multiple sampling frequencies (48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 32 kHz), no sound, or an unnatural sound may be output when passing the sampling frequency switch point on the disc.

• The recorded picture may be momentarily affected if the picture size of the source image changes, or if there is nothing recorded on the tape.

• Noise may occur if you switch the audio sampling mode (48 kHz/16 bits t 32 kHz/12 bits).

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Dubbing selected scenes

You can fast forward, rewind , play in slow motion, and stop the tape to select scenes using the onscreen display.

1 Follow steps 1 to 6 of “Dubbing From a DV/

D8 Format Tape to a DVD” (page 87).

2 Select “Dubbing” on the System Menu,

and press ENTER.

Dubbing

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Simple Dubbing

DV/D8 Dubbing

USB Dubbing

10:10 AM

3 Select “DV/D8 Dubbing,” and press

ENTER.

5 Find the dubbing start point on the tape,

and stop or pause playback.

Press </, to select m, x, X, y, H, or M on the TV screen and press ENTER to find the point, and stop or pause with x or X.

6 Press , to select z on the TV screen, and

press ENTER.

Dubbing starts.

To stop recording

Select x on the TV screen, and press ENTER. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording.

To turn off the display for DV/D8 dubbing

Press INPUT.

z Hint

If “DV Camera Mode” appears on t he screen, you can use z on the TV screen to record the camera image directly on the recorder.

DV/D8 Dubbing

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

DV/D8 Simple Dubbing

DV/D8 One Touch Dubbing

10:10 AM

4 Select “DV/D8 Simple Dubbing,” and

press ENTER.

The “DV Tape Mode” display appears.

DV Tape Mode

If “DV” or “DV Camera Mode” is displayed, check that the DV camcorder is correctly connected, turned on, and set to the video playback mode.

USB Dubbing (USB t DVD)

Connecting to the USB jack

Before USB Dubbing

This section explains the following dubbing methods via the USB jack:

• Dubbing all the video contents of the connected DVD camcorder to make a backup DVD (page 90).

• Dubbing the selected video contents of the connected HDD camcorder to a DVD (page 91).

• Copying JPEG image files to a DVD (page 93).

◆Connectable USB devices (as of January 2008)

The following Sony devices can be connected to this recorder: DVD camcorder: DCR-DVD108 HDD camcorder: DCR-SR42 Digital still camera: DSC-W200/T100/T20/W80/ W90/H7/H9/G1

z Hint

If your HDD camcorder has no USB jack, use the Handycam Station supplied with the camcorder.

Notes

• During dubbing, do not disconnect the USB device.

• USB cables exclusive for supplying power cannot be used.

• Connect the camcorder or digital still camera directly to the recorder, not via a USB hub or other USB device.

• Do not connect the DV IN jack at the same time.

You can connect a USB device (DVD camcorder, HDD camcorder, digital still camera, etc.) to the USB jack on the recorder. Also refer to the instruction manual supplied with the connected USB device before connecting.

VCR-DVD recorder

to (USB)

USB cable (not supplied)

to USB output

DVD camcorder, HDD camcorder, digital still camera, etc.

: Signal flow

1 Turn on the recorder and the USB device. 2 Connect the USB device to the (USB)

jack on the recorder.

3 Set your USB device to the USB connecting

mode, if necessary.

As an example for the HDD camcorder: When “USB SELECT” appears on the camcorder’s screen, select “ COMPUTER.” As an example for the digital still camera: Before connection, make sure that the USB mode of digital still camera is “Mass Storage.” You can not use “PictBridge” mode for connecting to this recorder. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected USB device.

USB Dubbing (USB t DVD)

Dubbing From a DVD Camcorder (DVD Backup)

RWVR-RW

Video

You can dub all the contents of a DVD in the DVD camcorder to another DVD as a backup copy. Be sure to finalize a source DVD before dubbing.

◆Usable discs for backup DVDs

Use a new or blank DVD of the same type as the source DVD.

Source DVD (8 cm)

Recordable DVD

(12 cm)

DVD+RW DVD+RW

DVD-RW (Video mode) DVD-RW

DVD-RW (VR mode) DVD-RW

DVD-R (Video mode) new DVD-R

DVD+R DL new DVD+R

Notes

• When using a DVD+R/DVD-R, make sure that the disc is new, unformatted, and has not been loaded into the recorder. Since blank discs are automatically formatted once loaded, you can use them for other purposes, such as timer recording.

• When using a DVD+RW/DVD-RW, use unused or blank discs only, as the operation erases any prerecorded data.

• Insert the disc only after step 5 when the disc tray has opened. Otherwise the recorder may automatically format the disc, making it unusable for DVD Backup.

ONE-TOUCH DUBBING

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press INPUT repeatedly to select “USB.” 3 Connect your DVD camcorder and set it to

USB connecting mode.

For example, select “ COMPUTER” when “USB SELECT” appears on the camcorder’s screen. Check the USB indicator lights up in the front panel display.

4 Press ONE-TOUCH DUBBING on the

recorder.

The display asks for confirmation. Note that you cannot stop dubbing halfway.

5 Select “Start” and press ENTER.

The disc tray opens.

6 Place a recordable disc, and press

Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray.

The progress bar display appears, and the recorder starts dubbing the entire contents of the source DVD. Do not disconnect the USB cable while dubbing is in progress. When dubbing is complete, the progress bar disappears.

Z OPEN/

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SYSTEM

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INPUT

M/m/</,, ENTER

To dub using the on-screen menu

1 After step 3 above, press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Select “Dubbing,” and press ENTER.

No Disc

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Simple Dubbing

DV/D8 Dubbing

USB Dubbing

10:10 AM

3 Select “USB Dubbing,” and press ENTER.

No Disc

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

USB Dubbing

DVD Backup

HDD-Cam Program Dubbing

Photo Copy

10:10 AM

4 Select “DVD Backup,” and press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation.

5 Select “Start,” and press ENTER.

The disc tray opens.

6 Place a recordable disc, and press Z OPEN/

CLOSE to close the disc tray. Dubbing starts.

Dubbing From a HDD Camcorder (Program Dubbing)

You can dub the selected movie files from a HDD camcorder onto a recordable DVD+RW, DVDRW (Video mode), DVD-R (Video mode), or DVD+R.

◆How titles and chapters are created

Video

z Hint

To play the dubbed disc, press INPUT repeatedly to select the recorder’s input (LINE1 or LINE2).

Note

During dubbing, timer recordings are unavailable. If the timer is set during dubbing, the timer setting is canceled.

Note

To play the dubbed disc on other DVD equipment, finalize the disc (page 66). If you set “Auto Finalize” to “On” in the “Features” setup (page 103), the Auto Finalize function works for DVDRWs (Video mode), DVD-Rs (Video mode) and DVD+Rs after dubbing. For details, see page 67.

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INPUT SET

M/m/</,, ENTER

OPTIONS

x STOP REC MODE

USB Dubbing (USB t DVD)

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ONE-TOUCH DUBBING

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Place a recordable disc on the disc tray.

About inserting discs, see page 49 for details.

3 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the

recording mode.

4 Press INPUT repeatedly to select “USB.” 5 Connect your HDD camcorder and set it to

USB connecting mode.

For example, select “ COMPUTER” when “USB SELECT” appears on the camcorder’s screen. Check the USB indicator lights up in the front panel display.

6 Press ONE-TOUCH DUBBING on the

recorder.

Select the item you want to dub.

Movie (HDD-Cam) Photo Copy

7 Select “Movie (HDD-CAM),” and press

ENTER.

The contents on the HDD camcorder are listed.

USB

HDD-Cam Program Dubbing

0/0

FileAlbum

AVF_INFO

MP_ROOT

DCIM

10:10 AM

00:00:00Stop

8 Select an album (folder) and press ENTER.

The movie file list appears.

9 Select the movie file to dub, and press

SET.

A number indicating the order in which you selected the file appears. Repeat the step to select all the movie files you want to dub. You can select up to 9 files.

USB

HDD-Cam Program Dubbing

101PNV01

0/0

Press OPTIONS.

FileAlbum

Prev Directory

M2U00026.MPG

M2U00027.MPG

M2U00028.MPG

M2U00029.MPG

M2U00030.MPG

The display asks for confirmation.

Do you want to start dubbing?

Number of items : 2 Source : USB

: DVD

Target

Start Clear All

To return to the previous display, select “Cancel.” To cancel all selections, select “Clear All” and return to step 9.

Select “Start,” and press ENTER.

Playback starts from the first selected movie file, and dubbing starts.

To stop dubbing

Press x STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop dubbing.

To add dubbing to the same disc

The recorder cannot dub more than 9 movie files at a time. To dub more files, repeat from step 5 above.

10:10 AM

00:00:00Stop

Cancel

z Hints

• You can also start dubbing from the System Menu. Press SYSTEM MENU to select “Dubbing,” and select “USB Dubbing.” Select “HDD-Cam Program Dubbing” and follow steps from 7 above.

• The recorder can dub movie files that are recorded with an HDD camcorder and have the extension “.MPG.”

• You cannot dub movie files recorded with a digital still camera.

• To play the dubbed disc, press INPUT repeatedly to select the recorder’s input (LINE1 or LINE2).

Notes

• During dubbing, timer recordings are unavailable. If the timer is set during dubbing, the timer setting is canceled.

• Movie files exceeding the disc capacity cannot be dubbed.

• Movie files larger than 2 GB will be divided into two files or more on the movie file selection screen. For example, when a movie is HQ mode and longer than 30 min, it may be divided into two or more files. When playing titles, picture and sound will stop at the end of each title, then start playback again.

• Movie and image files cannot be dubbed together in a single disc.

Copying JPEG Image Files From a Connected Digital Still Camera

You can simply copy all albums containing JPEG image files from a digital still camera or HDD camcorder onto a DVD-RW (Video mode)/DVDR (Video mode). You can also select the albums using the on-screen menu. See “Copying the selected albums” on page 94.

• Use unused or blank discs for copying. You cannot use

• The disc will be recognized as a DATA DVD after

• The Auto Finalize function (page 67) does not work for

Video

Notes

a disc containing titles recorded with this recorder. You can add photos to the remaining space on the disc you used for copying photos with this recorder.

Photo Copy, and can be played on other DVD devices capable of JPEG playback if you finalize it (page 66). However, note that a DATA DVD may be unrecognizable, depending on the device.

copying photos.

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M/m/</,, ENTER

OPTIONS

x STOP

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USB Dubbing (USB t DVD)

ONE-TOUCH DUBBING

1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Place a recordable disc on the disc tray.

About inserting discs, see page 49 for details.

3 Press INPUT repeatedly to select “USB.” 4 Connect the USB device to the (USB)

jack on the recorder.

Check that the USB indicator lights up on the front panel display. If not, check the operating instructions supplied with the connected device.

5 Press ONE-TOUCH DUBBING on the

recorder.

Select the item you want to dub.

Movie (HDD-Cam) Photo Copy

6 Select “Photo Copy,” and press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation.

7 Select “Start” and press ENTER.

The recorder starts dubbing all the albums in the connected USB device.

Notes

• Do not disconnect th e USB cable while accessing to the USB device (reading or copying files).

• The recorder can copy up to 254 albums, and up to 499 files within a single album. It may take more than 30 minutes for the recorder to copy many files at one time. However, this is not a malfunction.

• Do not turn off the connected device while copying, as a malfunction may result.

• While copying, timer recordings are unavailable. If the timer is set while copying, the timer setting is canceled.

• You cannot record video titles on a disc pre-recorded with photos. If a timer recording is due to start, replace with a recordable disc.

• Up to seven layers of folders stored in the device can be copied. The folders are copied in two layers on the disc and the folder names will be changed by adding _01, _02, and so on, if they conflict with other names.

Copying the selected albums

You can select the albums using the on-screen menu, and dub them all at once.

1 Follow the steps 1 to 4 above. 2 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The System Menu appears.

3 Select “Dubbing,” and press ENTER.

Dubbing

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Simple Dubbing

DV/D8 Dubbing

USB Dubbing

10:10 AM

To stop copying

Press ENTER to cancel. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop copying.

z Hint

To play the copied disc, press INPUT repeatedly to select the recorder’s input (LINE1 or LINE2).

4 Select “USB Dubbing,” and press ENTER.

USB Dubbing

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

DVD Backup

HDD-Cam Program Dubbing

Photo Copy

10:10 AM

5 Select “Photo Copy,” and press ENTER.

Photo Copy

Title List

Copy All Albums

Copy Album

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

If you copy all the albums, select “Copy All Albums” and go to step 8.

10:10 AM

6 Select “Copy Album,” and press ENTER.

The album list appears. To view image files contained in the album, select the album and press ENTER.

7 Press M/m/</, to select the album to

copy, and press SET.

To stop copying

Press ENTER to cancel. Note that it may take some time for the recorder to stop copying.

To copy more albums on the same disc

Press SYSTEM MENU, and repeat from step 3 on page 94.

USB

DCIM

Photo Copy

101MSDCF

Page 1/1

10:10 AM

A check mark appears in the check box for the selected album. To clear the mark, press SET again. Repeat the step to select all the albums you want to copy.

8 Press OPTIONS.

The display asks for confirmation.

Do you want to start copying?

Number of items : 1 Source : USB

: DVD

Target

Start Clear All

Cancel

To return to the previous display, select “Cancel.” To cancel all selections, select “Clear All” and return to step 7.

9 Select “Start,” and press ENTER.

Copying starts.

USB Dubbing (USB t DVD)

Settings and Adjustments

Using the Setup Displays

By using the setup displays, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound, as well as select a language for the subtitles. The setup displays are used in the following way.

2 Select “Setup,” and press ENTER.

The “Setup” display appears.

Setup

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Clock Set

Video

Audio

Features

Options

Easy Setup

10:10 AM

Note

Playback settings stored on the disc take priority over the setup display settings, and not all of the functions described may work.

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SYSTEM

M/m/</,, ENTER

O RETURN

1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is

in stop mode.

The System Menu appears.

Title List (Original)

Title List

Timer

Edit

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Disc Setting

Setup

Press ENTER :

Title Menu for DVD Title List.

10:10 AM

3 Select “Clock Set,” “Video,” “Audio,”

“Features,” “Options,” or “Easy Setup,” and press ENTER.

The selected setup display appears. Example: “Video” setup

Video

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

TV Type

Resolution (HDMI)

Video (HDMI)

Black Level

Picture Control

Progressive

Line1 Input

10:10 AM

: 4:3 Letter Box

: Auto

: Y Cb Cr

: On

: Standard

: Off

: Composite

4 Select the item you want to set up, and

press ENTER.

Available options for the item appear. Example: “TV Type”

Video

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

TV Type

Resolution (HDMI)

Video (HDMI)

Black Level

Picture Control

Progressive

Line1 Input

: 4:3 Letter Box

16:9 4:3 Letter Box

: Auto

4:3 Pan Scan

: Y Cb Cr

: On

: Standard

: Off

: Composite

10:10 AM

Some items display a dialog box that requires additional settings. Example: When “Parental” in “Options” setup is selected.

Create the password

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Create the password.

10:10 AM

5 Select an option, and press ENTER.

The currently selected option is displayed next to the setup item. Example: When “16:9” is set.

Video

Title List

TV Type

Resolution (HDMI)

Timer

Video (HDMI)

Edit

Black Level

Dubbing

Picture Control

Disc Setting

Progressive

Line1 Input

Setup

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

10:10 AM

: 16:9

: Auto

: Y Cb Cr

: On

: Standard

: Off

: Composite

Clock Setting (Clock Set)

The “Clock Set” setup allows you to make clock settings for the recorder.

1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is

in stop mode.

2 Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. 3 Select “Clock Set,” and press ENTER.

The clock setting display appears.

Clock Set

Title List

Set the time and date manually.

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Month Day Year

2008

01 01

Hour Min

AM/PM

10 : 10

10:10 AM

Tue

4 Press M/m to set the month, and press ,.

Set the day, year, hour, minutes, and AM/PM in sequence. Press </, to select the item to be set, then press M/m to set the item. The day of the week is set automatically.

5 Press ENTER to start the clock.

To turn off the display

Press SYSTEM MENU.

Settings and Adjustments

Video Settings (Video)

The “Video” setup allows you to adjust items related to the image, such as size and color. Choose the settings according to the type of TV, tuner, or decoder connected to the recorder.

16:9

4:3 Letter Box

1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is

in stop mode.

2 Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. 3 Select “Video,” and press ENTER.

The “Video” setup appears with the following options. The default settings are underlined.

Video

Title List

TV Type

Resolution (HDMI)

Timer

Video (HDMI)

Edit

Black Level

Dubbing

Picture Control

Disc Setting

Progressive

Line1 Input

Setup

TV Type

Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide).

16:9 Select this when connecting to a

wide-screen TV or TV with a wide mode function.

4:3 Letter Box

Select this when connecting to a 4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen.

4:3 Pan Scan

Select this when connecting to a 4:3 screen TV. Automatically displays a wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.

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: 4:3 Letter Box

: Auto

: Y Cb Cr

: On

: Standard

: Off

: Composite

4:3 Pan Scan

Note

Depending on the disc, “4:3 Letter Box” may be selected automatically instead of “4:3 Pan Scan” or vice versa.

Resolution (HDMI)

Selects the type of video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack. When you select “Auto” (default), the recorder outputs video signals of the highest resolution acceptable for your TV. If the picture is not clear, unnatural or not to your satisfaction, try another option that suits the disc and your TV/projector, etc. For details, refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the TV/ projector, etc. The setting is effective only when you connect a HDMI equipped TV to the HDMI OUT jack.

Auto Normally, select this. 1920×1080p Sends 1920×1080p video signals. 1920×1080i Sends 1920×1080i video signals. 1280×720p Sends 1280×720p video signals. 720×480p Sends 720×480p video signals.

Video (HDMI)

Selects the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. The setting is effective only when you connect a HDMI equipped TV to the HDMI OUT jack.

Y Cb Cr

Normally, select this when connecting to an HDMI device.

RGB Outputs RGB signals. Select this

if the playback picture becomes distorted when you select “Y Cb Cr.”

Black Level

Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the LINE OUT jacks (page 15). This setting is not effective when the recorder outputs progressive signals.

On Raises the standard black level.

Select this when the picture appears too dark.

Off Sets the black level of the output

signal to the standard level.

Picture Control

Selects the picture control for the video signals output from the LINE OUT jacks (page 15). You can adjust the video signal of DVD or VIDEO CD (with PBC function off) from the recorder to obtain the picture quality you want. Select the setting that best suits the program you are watching.

Dynamic 1 Produces a bold dynamic picture

by increasing the picture contrast and the color.

On Sets the recorder to output

Off Outputs video signals in interlace

progressive signals.

format.

Notes

• If you select progressive signals when you connect the recorder to a TV that cannot accept the signal in progressive format, the image quality will deteriorate. In this case, set “Progressive” to “Off.”

• When you connect your TV using an HDMI cable, the “Progressive” setting is set to “On.”

Line1 Input

Selects the type of video input signal for the LINE 1 IN jacks. The picture does not appear if this setting does not match the connected jack.

S-Video Select this when connecting to the

Composite

S VIDEO jack (page 13).

Select this when connecting to the VIDEO jack.

Dynamic 2 Produces a more dynamic picture

Standard

Cinema 1 White colors become brighter

Cinema 2 Enhances details in dark areas by

Personal Adjusts “Contrast,” “Brightness,”

z Hint

When you watch a movie, “Cinema 1” or “Cinema 2” is recommended.

than “Dynamic 1” by further increasing the picture contrast and the color.

Displays a standard picture (function turned off).

and black colors become richer, and the color contrast is increased.

increasing the black level.

“Color,” and “Hue” using M/m/ </, and ENTER.

Progressive

If your TV accepts progressive (480p) format signals, you w ill enjoy accurate color rep roduction and high quality image. Connect your TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 17).

Settings and Adjustments

Audio Settings (Audio)

The “Audio” setup allows you to adjust the sound according to the playback and connection conditions.

1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is

in stop mode.

2 Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. 3 Select “Audio,” and press ENTER.

The “Audio” setup appears with the following options. The default settings are underlined.

Audio

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Digital Out

Downmix

Audio DRC

Audio (HDMI)

Scan Audio

Surround

DV/D8 Audio Input

Line Audio Input

10:10 AM

: Dolby Surround

: Standard

: Auto

: On

: Off

: Stereo 1

: Stereo

◆ Dolby Digital (DVDs only)

Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.

D-PCM Select this when the recorder

is connected to an audio component lacking a built-in Dolby Digital decoder. You can select whether the signals conform to Dolby Surround or not by making adjustments to the “Downmix” item in “Audio” setup (page 101).

Dolby Digital

Select this when the recorder is connected to an audio component with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder.

Note

If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to a TV not compatible with Dolby Digital signals, D-PCM signals will be automatically output, even if “Dolby Digital” is selected.

◆ DTS (DVD VIDEOs only)

Selects whether or not to output DTS signals.

Digital Out

The following setup items switch the method of outputting audio signals when you connect a component such as an amplifier (receiver) to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack. For connection details, see “Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver)” on page 18. Press ENTER, and select “Dolby Digital” or “DTS.”

Digital Out

Title List

Timer

Edit

Dubbing

Disc Setting

Setup

Dolby Digital

DTS

: 4:3 Letter Box

D-PCM Dolby Digital

If you connect a component that does not accept the selected audio signal, a loud noise (or no sound) will come out from the speakers, and may affect your ears or cause speaker damage.

100

10:10 AM

On Select this when the recorder

is connected to an audio component with a built-in DTS decoder.

Off

Select this when the recorder is connected to an audio componen t without a built-in DTS decoder.

Note

If you connect equipment not compatible with DTS signals, no signal will be output, regardless of the “DTS” setting.

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