Sylvania DVR91VG User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

• Remote control (NB197UD) with two AA batteries

• RF cable (WPZ0901TM002)

• Audio/Video cables (WPZ0102TM015 or WPZ0102LTE01)

• Owner’s Manual (1VMN22804)

• Quick Use Guide (1VMN22805)

Please read before using this equipment.

If you need additional operating assistance after reading this owner’s manual or

to order replacement accessories, please call

TOLL FREE : 1-800-605-8453

or visit our web site at http://www.SylvaniaConsumerElectronics.com

DVR91VG

Before you use this unit , you need to complete connections. Refer to “Connections” on pages 14-16.

To record a program easily, refer to “Easy DVD recording” on pages 17-18 after connections are completed. (You CANNOT record on any copyright protected DVD disc with this unit.)

INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL INCLUIDAS.

Owner’s Manual

DVD Recorder with Video Cassette Recorder

Supplied Accessory

Note

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

Recordable disc

• We strongly recommend using any DVD-R 8x, MAXELL DVD-R 16x and DVD-RW 4x disc to assure good recording quality.

• Discs that tested and proven to be compatible with this recorder:

VERBATIM DVD-R 8x VERBATIM DVD-RW 2x MAXELL DVD-R 16x JVC DVD-RW 4x

Precautions

Before you start

Laser Safety

This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED

HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION: VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK DEFEATED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. LOCATION: INSIDE, NEAR THE DECK MECHANISM.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

RADIO-TV INTERFERENCE

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:

1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

FCC WARNING- This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modi-

fications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA

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

A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING

This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your local recycling regulations. Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning chemical wastes.

For Customer Use: Read carefully the information located at the back of this unit and enter below the Model No. and Serial No. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. _____________________ Serial No. _____________________

Make your contribution to the environment!!!

• Used up batteries do not belong in the dust bin.

• You can dispose of them at a collection point for used up batteries or special waste.

Contact your council for details.

WARNING:

The caution marking is located on the rear of the cabinet.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

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

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

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

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

EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for uninterrupted

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

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

7. Water and Moisture- Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

9. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

10. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. Grounding or Polarization - This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/

NFPA No. 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. (Fig. A)

14. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

15. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

16. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product through any openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

18. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

product.

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

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance this indicates a need for service.

20. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

21. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

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

FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

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

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

S2898A

Precautions (cont’d)

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About Copyright

Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of discs are prohibited. 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.

Moisture Condensation Warning

Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place or after heating a cold room or under conditions of high humidity. Do not use this unit at least for 2 hours until its inside gets dry.

Notice for progressive scan output

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

Installation Location

For safety and optimum performance of this unit:

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

• Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away from sources of intense heat. Avoid dusty or humid places. Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for proper heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes on the sides of the unit. Avoid locations subject to strong vibration or strong magnetic fields.

Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.

• Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it from AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug.

• If, by accident, water is spilled on this unit, unplug the power cord immediately and take the unit to our Authorized Service Center for servicing.

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SERVICING

• Please refer to relevant topics on Troubleshooting on pages 78-81 before returning the product.

• If this unit becomes inoperative, do not try to correct the problem by yourself. There are no userserviceable parts inside. Turn off, unplug the power plug and please call our help line mentioned on the front page to locate an Authorized Service Center.

CLEANING THE CABINET

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

CLEANING DISCS

• When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center to out. Do not wipe in a circular motion.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, detergent, abrasive cleaning agents or antistatic spray intended for analog records.

CLEANING THE DISC LENS

• If this unit still does not perform properly although you refer to the relevant sections and to “Troubleshooting” in this Owner’s Manual, the laser optical pickup unit may be dirty. Consult your dealer or an Authorized Service Center for inspection and cleaning of the laser optical pickup unit.

DISC HANDLING

• Handle the discs so that fingerprints and dust do not adhere to the surfaces of the discs.

• Always store the disc in its protective case when it is not used.

AUTO HEAD CLEANING

• Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a cassette, so you can see a clear picture.

• Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while the TV program reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the video heads after a long period of use, or the usage of rental or worn tapes can cause this problem. If a streaky or snowy picture appears during playback, the video heads in the unit may need to be cleaned.

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

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

NOTES:

• Remember to read the instructions along with the video head cleaner before use.

• Clean video heads only when problems occur.

IR SIGNAL CHECK

If the remote control does not work properly, you can test if the remote control sends out the infrared signal with AM radio or a digital camera (including built-in camera of cellular phone). It will help to define the cause of malfunction.

• With an AM radio:

Tune an AM radio to a band with no broadcasting. Press a button on remote control toward the

radio. Sound will be fluttering when you press any key and the radio receives the signal. This means the remote control unit is working.

• With a digital camera (including built-in camera of cellular phone):

Direct a digital camera to remote control, press and hold a button on remote control. If infrared

light appears through digital camera, the remote is working.

Maintenance

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

Dolby Digital Recording

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

Table of contents

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Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Title / Chapter search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Track search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Time search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Repeat/Random/Program playback . . . . . . . . . . 49

Repeat playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Random play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Program play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Selecting the format of audio and video . . . . . . 50

Switching subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Switching audio soundtrack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Switching virtual surround system . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Switching camera angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Visual Noise Reduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Information on disc editing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Guide to a title list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Editing discs in Video mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Editing discs in VR mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Editing discs in Video mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Putting names on titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Setting or clearing chapter markers . . . . . . . . . . 56

Editing discs in VR mode (Original). . . . . . . . . . 57

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Setting titles to protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Releasing titles from protecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Editing discs in VR mode (Playlist) . . . . . . . . . . 60

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Dividing a title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Combining titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Adding titles to a Playlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Deleting a Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Editing discs in VR mode (Original / Playlist) . . 64

Deleting parts of titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Putting names on titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Setting or clearing chapter markers . . . . . . . . . . 66

Setting pictures for thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Changing the Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . 68

Tour of the Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Language setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Display setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Audio setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Video setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Settings for Parental lock level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

VCR functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Recording and One-touch Timer Recording . . . 75

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) . . . . . . . . . . 76

Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Index search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Time search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Other operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

RF output switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Language code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Frequently Asked Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . .

Back Cover

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

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

Table of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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

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

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

Using a remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

The VCR / DVD recorder switching . . . . . . . . . . 10

Setup menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Display menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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

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

Connection to a cable box or satellite box . . . . 15

Connection to an Audio System. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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

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

Initial setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Channel setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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

Adding / deleting channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Selecting the TV stereo or SAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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

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

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

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

Selecting the TV aspect ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Information on DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Recordable disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Recording speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Restrictions on recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Information on copy control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Making discs playable on other DVD player (Finalize) .26

Formatting a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Choosing the recording format of a blank disc . . 27

Reformatting a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Setting for Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Basic recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

One-touch Timer Recording (OTR). . . . . . . . . . . 30

Timer Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Hints for Timer Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Settings for an external source . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Connection to an external source . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Recording from an external source. . . . . . . . . . . 35

Setting a disc to protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Finalizing the discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Auto finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Dubbing Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Information on DVD playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Basic playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Playing discs using the Disc menu . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Playing back discs using the Title menu. . . . . . . 43

Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Special playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Resume playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Fast forward / Fast reverse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Skipping TV commercials during playback . . . . . 44

Rapid Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Step by step playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Slow forward / Slow reverse play . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Marker Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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Recording

DVD mode VCR mode

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

Recording up to 8 programs:

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

One-touch Timer Recording:

You can easily set recording time as you prefer. Every time [REC/OTR] is pressed during recording, the recording time will be increased by 30 minutes up to 8 hours. The unit will automatically turn off when it reached to the recording time you set.

Dubbing mode:

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

Left channel stereo recording:

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

DVD mode

Automatic Chapter marker setting:

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

Automatic Title menu making (Video mode):

The unit makes title menus automatically when finalizing the disc.

Automatic Playlist making (VR mode):

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

Automatic finalizing (Video mode):

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

Playback

DVD mode

Theater quality sound at your home:

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

Quick search for what you want to watch:

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

Start Playback from Original and Playlist (VR mode):

You can play back titles from either an Original title or Playlist.

Virtual Surround System:

You can enjoy stereophonic space through your exciting 2 channel stereo system.

VCR mode

Quick search for what you want to watch:

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

Editing

DVD mode

Deleting titles:

You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.

Making your own Playlist (VR mode):

With the original remains as it is, you can edit titles on Various playlist as you prefer. Putting names on titles. Setting pictures for thumbnails. Setting/clearing chapter markers. Dividing / Combining titles.

Deleting parts of titles, etc.

Protecting titles (VR mode):

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

Compatibility

DVD mode

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

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

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

Others

Progressive Scan system

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

Symbol in this Owner’s Manual

The availability of many functions of this unit depends on the disc type or the recording mode. To specify disc type or recording mode for each function, we put the following symbols at the beginning of each function.

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

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

Description

Symbol

DVD-RW

DVD-R

DVD-RW

Video

DVD-V

VCR

First: (Press:)

Available to DVD-Video discs

Available to DVD-RW in Video mode

Available to DVD-RW in VR mode

Available to DVD-R discs

Available to Audio CDs

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

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

DVD

VCR

Before you start

Functional overview

Front Panel

DUBBING

OPEN/CLOSE

POWER REW F.FWD PLAY

VCR

OUTPUT SELECT

DVD

STOP PLAY

CHANNEL

RECORD

STOP/EJECT

DVD

VIDEO

RECORD

B BC

C ADE

S-VIDEO

L-AUDIO-R

222021 14

13 11129*

8 7 6

17 16

2 43*

1. POWER button / indicator (DVD/VCR)

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

2. Cassette compartment (VCR)

Insert a videotape here.

3. OPEN/CLOSE A button (DVD)*

Press to open or close the disc tray.

4. Disc tray (DVD)

Place a disc when it is open.

5. AUDIO input jacks (LINE2) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect external equipment with a standard audio cable.

6. VIDEO input jack (LINE2) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect external equipment with a standard video cable.

7. S-VIDEO input jack (LINE2) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect the S-Video output of external

equipment with an S-Video cable.

8. DVD RECORD button

Press once to start recording. Press repeatedly to start a One-touch Timer Recording.

9. PLAY B button (DVD)*

Press to start or resume play.

10.STOP C button (DVD)

Press to stop playback or recording. Press to stop the proceeding Timer Recording in DVD.

11.DVD indicator

Appears when the DVD output mode is selected.

12.OUTPUT SELECT button (DVD/VCR)

Press to select the component you wish to operate.

13.VCR indicator

Appears when the VCR output mode is selected.

14. DUBBING button (DVD/VCR)

Press to start VCR to DVD (DVD to VCR) duplication

which you set in the Setup menu.

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

Press to change the channel up and down.

16. Display

Shows various information and messages.

17. VCR RECORD button

Press once to start a recording. Press repeatedly to

start a One-touch Timer Recording.

18. PLAY B button (VCR)

Press to start playback.

19. STOP C / EJECT A button (VCR) EJECT A button Press to remove the videotape from the cassette

compartment when the power is on or off.

STOP C button Press to stop videotape playback or recording. Press to stop the proceeding Timer Recording in VCR.

20. F.FWD D button (VCR)

Press to rapidly advance the videotape, or view the picture

rapidly in forward during playback. (Forward Search)

21. REW E button (VCR)

Press to rewind the videotape, or to view the picture rapidly

in reverse during the playback mode. (Rewind Search)

22. Remote control sensor (DVD/VCR)

Receive signals from your remote control so that you

can control the unit from a distance.

Rear Panel

ANTENNA

IN - AUDIO - OUT

S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

IN - VIDEO - OUT

OUT

PB /CB

/CR

OUT

DVD/VCRDVD

53 421

7 6

9 8

1112

1. AC Power Cord (DVD/VCR)

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

2. COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (DVD only)

Use to connect a TV monitor with component video

inputs with a component video cable.

3. AUDIO IN jacks (LINE1) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect external equipment with a standard

audio cable.

4. AUDIO OUT jacks (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect a TV monitor, AV receiver or other

equipment with a standard audio cable.

5. TV ANTENNA IN jack (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect an antenna.

6. TV ANTENNA OUT jack (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect an antenna cable to pass the signal

from the TV ANTENNA IN to your TV monitor.

7. VIDEO OUT jack (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect a TV monitor, AV receiver or other

equipment with a standard video cable.

8. VIDEO IN jack (LINE1) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect external equipment with a standard

video cable.

9. S-VIDEO IN jack (LINE1) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect the S-Video output of external

equipment with an S-Video cable.

10. S-VIDEO OUT jack (DVD only)

Use to connect the S-Video input of a TV monitor, AV

receiver or other equipment with an S-Video cable.

11. AUDIO OUT jacks (DVD only)

Use to connect a TV monitor, AV receiver or other

equipment with a standard audio cable.

12. COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT jack (DVD only)

Use to connect an AV receiver, Dolby Digital decoder

or other equipment with a coaxial digital input jack with a digital coaxial cable.

Note

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

• These jacks are useful only in DVD mode.

(*)The unit can also

be turned on by pressing these buttons.

23. CLEAR button (DVD/VCR)

• DVD mode

Press to clear the password

entered, to cancel the programming for CD, to clear the highlighted marker number in the marker setup mode or to clear the program once entered in the Timer Programming list, etc.

• VCR mode

Press to reset the tape counter.

24. ENTER button (DVD/VCR)

Press to confirm or select menu

items.

25. RETURN button (DVD/VCR)

Press to return to the previously

displayed menu screen.

26. REC/OTR button (DVD)

Press to activate the remote

control in DVD mode (refer to page 10).

Press once to start a recording.

Press repeatedly to start a Onetouch Timer Recording.

27. DVD button

Press to activate the remote

control in DVD mode (refer to page 10).

Press to select the DVD output

mode.

28. D button (DVD/VCR)

• DVD mode

During playback, press to play

back in fast forward.

Or when playback is paused,

press to play back in slow forward.

• VCR mode

Press to rapidly advance the

videotape or view the picture rapidly in forward during playback.

29. PLAY B button* (DVD/VCR)

Press to start or resume playback.

30. SKIP G button (DVD)

During playback, press to skip to

the next chapter or track.

Or when playback is paused,

press to play back in forward step by step.

31. PAUSE F button (DVD/VCR)

Press to pause playback or

recording.

32. SEARCH button (VCR) Press to call up the index or

time search menu.

33. STOP C button (DVD/VCR)

Press to stop playback or

recording.

34. AUDIO button (VCR)

During playback a HiFi videotape,

press to change the AUDIO OUT setting “HIFI” and “MONO”.

Functional overview (cont’d)

Before you start

Recording Playing discs EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

Changing the

Setup menu VCR functions Others

Español

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

29*

33 34

18*

10. E button (DVD/VCR)

• DVD mode During playback, press to play

back in fast reverse.

Or when playback is paused,

press to play back in slow reverse.

• VCR mode Press to rewind the videotape

or to view the picture rapidly in reverse during the playback mode.

11. Bx1.3/0.8 button (DVD)

During playback, press to

playback in a slightly faster/slower speed with keeping the audio quality.

12. SKIP H button (DVD)

During playback, press to skip to

the previous chapter or track.

Or when playback is paused,

press to play back in reverse step by step.

13. SLOW button (VCR)

During playback, press to view the

videotape in slow motion.

14. CM SKIP button (DVD)

During playback, press to skip to

the 30 second advanced point.

15. DUBBING button (DVD/VCR)

Press to start VCR to DVD (DVD

to VCR) duplication which you set in the Setup menu.

16. ZOOM button (DVD)

During playback, press to enlarge

the picture on the screen.

17. T-SET button (DVD/VCR)

Press to set the unit in the timer

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

18. OPEN/CLOSE A button (DVD)*

Press to open or close the disc

tray.

19. TIMER PROG. button (DVD/VCR)

Press to display the Timer

Programming list.

20. CH K / L buttons (DVD/VCR)

• DVD mode

Press to change the channel up

and down.

• VCR mode

Press to change the channel up

and down.

Press to adjust the tracking

during playback or in slow motion of the videotape. Also while playback is in Still Mode, you can adjust the picture blurred vertically.

21. VIDEO/TV button (DVD/VCR)

Press to select VIDEO or TV

position.

22. SETUP button (DVD/VCR)

Press to display the Setup menu. During DVD playback, press and

hold for more than 3 seconds to switch the progressive scanning mode to the interlace mode.

1. POWER button (DVD/VCR)

Press to turn on and off the unit.

2. Number buttons (DVD/VCR)

Press to select channel numbers.

Press to select a title / chapter / track on display.

Also press to enter values for the

settings in the Setup menu. Also press to start the index/time search in VCR mode.

3. DISPLAY button (DVD/VCR)

Press to display the On Screen

menu.

4. TOP MENU button (DVD)

Press to display the Title menu.

5. MENU/LIST button (DVD)

Press to display the Disc menu. Press to change Original and

Playlist on the TV screen.

(VR mode only)

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

Press to select items or settings.

7. REC/OTR button (VCR)

Press to activate the remote control

in VCR mode (refer to page 10).

Press once to start a recording.

Press repeatedly to start a Onetouch Timer Recording.

8. VCR button

Press to activate the remote

control in VCR mode (refer to page 10).

Press to select the VCR output mode.

9. REC SPEED button (DVD/VCR)

Press to change the recording

speed.

Remote Control

(*) In DVD mode, the unit can also be turned on by pressing these buttons.

Functional overview (cont’d)

Before you start

Using a remote control

Keep in mind the following when using the remote control:

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

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

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

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

• The maximum operable ranges from the unit are as follows.

Line of sight: approx. 23 feet (7m)

- Either side of the center:

approx. 16 feet (5m) within 30°

Above: approx. 16 feet (5m) within 15°

Below: approx. 10 feet (3m) within 30°

Installing batteries in the remote control

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

Note:

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

below:

• Do not mix new and old batteries together.

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

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

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

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

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

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

DUBBING

OPEN/CLOSE

POWER REW F.FWD PLAY

VCR

OUTPUT SELECT

DVD

STOP PLAY

CHANNEL

RECORD

STOP/EJECT

DVD

VIDEO

RECORD

B BC

C ADE

S-VIDEO

L-AUDIO-R

VCR

OUTPUT SELECT

DVD

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

OUTPUT SELECT button

DVD indicator

VCR indicator

DVD button

VCR button

Press [VCR ] on the remote control.

(Verify that the VCR indicator is lit.)

Press [DVD ] on the remote control.

(Verify that the DVD indicator is lit.)

The VCR / DVD recorder switching

Note:

• Pressing only

[OUTPUT SELECT] on the front

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

• You cannot switch to another mode (DVD or VCR) during in the timer-standby mode.

• Pressing

[REC/OTR] (DVD) or [REC/OTR] (VCR)

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

U B

B I N G

O P E N

/ C L O S E

P O W

E R

R E W

F . F W

P L A Y

V C R

C R

O U T

P U T

S E L

E C T

D V

S T O

P L A

R E P E A

T R K

. D V

C H A N N

E L

R E C O

R D

ST OP/EJECT

V C R

R E C O

R D

D V D

V I D

E O

E C O

R D

I D E O

U D I O

K I P

E C

P A

U S E

E N T

E R

M E N U

L A Y

L I S

T O P M E

N U /

R IG IN A

F W

T O P

P L

A Y

R E

Remote control

Within about 23 feet (7m)

30°

VCR MODE

DVD MODE

Functional overview (cont’d)

Before you start

Recording Playing discs EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

Changing the

Setup menu VCR functions Others

Español

Guide to Displays the On Screen menu

This unit uses the following the On Screen menu for most operations: Setup Menu, Title list, Playlist, Original and Display menu. They allow you to change the playback status of the disc during playback. The Display menu also gives you information on the playback status of the disc or a videotape.

Setup menus

Press [SETUP] to display the Setup menu, then press [ENTER] to display each menu, using [K / L]. These menus provide entries to all main functions of the unit.

1. Required Setting:

To set up the required setting.

2. Playback:

To set up the unit to play

discs as you prefer.

3. Display:

To set up the OSD screen

and the front panel display of the unit as you prefer.

4. Recording:

To set up the unit to record

on discs or tapes as you prefer.

5. Clock:

To set up the clock of the

unit as you need.

6. Channel:

To adjust the channel setting

of the unit as you prefer.

7. Disc / CD Playback Mode:

When a DVD-Video disc

(commercially available) or a new DVD-R disc is inserted into the unit, you cannot select “Disc”.

“CD Playback Mode” is

available only when an Audio CD disc is inserted into the unit.

1. Format (DVD-RW only):

Allows you to erase all of the

recorded content on the disc.

The disc will be completely

blank.

• Erased content cannot be called back.

• A DVD-RW disc formatted with this unit cannot be used in other DVD recorders without any recording using this unit.

• If you want to use a disc only formatted with this unit on another DVD recorder, you have to re-format the disc on that recorder.

2. Finalize:

Allows you to finalize a disc

containing recorded titles.

3. Disc Protect (VR mode only):

Allows you to protect a disc

from accidental editing or recording.

4. Random Play:

To activate the random

playback feature.

5. Program Play:

To activate the programmed

playback feature.

Disc

Finalize

Disc Protect OFF ON

Format

2 3

11 2 3

Setup

Playback

Display

Recording

Clock

Channel

Disc

Required Setting

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

CD Playback Mode

Program Play

Random Play

454 5

Disc

Finalize

Format

121 2

<DVD-R / DVD-RW (Video mode)>

<DVD-RW (VR mode)>

<CD>

Before you start

DVD mode

First:

Press [DISPLAY] to call up the Display menu. This menu will give you the information on the disc. Some operations are available while disc is inserted in the unit.

1. Indicates a disc type and a

format mode.

Note: In some descriptions on

this manual, only one disc type is indicated as an example.

2. Indicates a current channel

number and an audio status of the program.

3. Indicates a recording mode and

possible recording time left.

4. Indicates a title number, chapter

number and the time elapsed of disc play.

5. Each icon means:

6. Indicates current disc status.

VCR mode

First:

Press [DISPLAY] to display the On Screen display.

1. Indicates current video status.

2. Indicates the current time.

3. Indicates a current channel

number and an audio status of the program.

4. Indicates a recording or playing

speed.

5. Indicates a Tape Counter.

6. Audio status of the current

videotape.

Functional overview (cont’d)

Note:

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

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

Note:

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

DVD

DVD-RW1 1 0:00:00

XP 1:01

CH 8

Stereo

Video mode

525

363

0:00:00 HIFISP

12:00AM

CH 21

Stereo

5 64

2 3

VCR

Display menu

: Search

: Audio

: Subtitle

: Angle (except VR mode)

: Repeat

: Marker

: Noise Reduction

: Zoom

: Surround

Before you start

Recording Playing discs EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

Changing the

Setup menu VCR functions Others

Español

Functional overview (cont’d)

Front Panel Display Guide

Display message

Appears when the disc tray is opening.

1 6

Appears when a disc is loaded on the disc tray.

Appears when the disc tray is closing.

Appears when data is being recorded on a disc.

1. Current Status of the unit

:Appears when a disc or a

videotape play is paused.

:Appears when playing

back a disc or a videotape.

:Appears when the timer

programming or OTR has been set and is proceeding.

:Flashes when all Timer

Recordings have been finished.

:Appears during recording

process.

:Flashes when a recording

pauses.

:Appears during repeat

playback (disc playback only).

:Appears when a videotape

is in the unit.

2. Disc type and Current status of the unit

:Appears when an Audio

CD is on the disc tray.

:Appears when a DVD

disc is on the disc tray. Appears when the Timer Recording is proceeding in DVD. Appears when DVD is in the Timer Recording standby mode.

:Flashes when a program

cannot be performed for some reasons.

:Appears when a DVD-R

disc is on the disc tray.

:Appears when a DVD-

RW disc is on the disc tray.

:Appears when the Timer

Recording is proceeding in VCR.

:Appears when VCR is

in the Timer Recording standby mode.

:Flashes when a program

cannot be performed for some reasons.

:Appears during VCR to

DVD duplication process.

:Appears during DVD to

VCR duplication process.

3. Recording speed

Indicates the recording speed of the disc or a videotape.

4. Title/Track and Chapter mark

:Appears when indicating a

title/track number.

:Appears when indicating a

chapter number.

5. Displays the following

• Played-back time

• Current title / chapter / track number

• Recording time / remaining time

• Clock

• Channel number

• VCR tape counter

• Remaining time for a One-touch Timer Recording

:Appears in the afternoon

with the clock display.

:Appears when the

progressive scan system is activated.

Connections

Connection to a TV

ANTENNA

IN - AUDIO - OUT

S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

IN - VIDEO - OUT

OUT

/CB

PR /CR

OUT

DVD/VCRDVD

(Back of TV)

Plug in the AC power cord of this unit.

Cable

TV signal

Cable

TV signal

Connect

Disconnect

Antenna

(Back of this unit)

(Back of TV)

RF cable

(supplied)

Connect

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

Note

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

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

• Although you can view images when using the connection Method 1 and 2 while Progressive Scan is activated, they are in Interlace mode.

ANTENNA

IN - AUDIO - OUT

S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

IN - VIDEO - OUT

OUT

DVD/VCRDVD

ANTENNA

IN - AUDIO - OUT

S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

IN - VIDEO - OUT

OUT

DVD/VCRDVD

IN - AUDIO - OUT

DVD/VCR

AUDIO

OUT

DVD

S-VIDEO

OUT

DVD

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DVD

AUDIO IN

S-VIDEO IN

B/CB

R/CR

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

IN - VIDEO - OUT

DVD/VCR

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

Basic Audio

Method 2

Method 3

Better picture Best picture

S-VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Audio cable (supplied)

Component video cable (commercially available)

This unit

Method 1

Good picture

VIDEO OUT

Video cable (supplied)

S-Video cable (commercially available)

• These jacks are useful only in DVD mode.

VCR functions Others

Español

Connections

Recording Playing discs EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

Changing the

Setup menu

DVD/VCR

ANTENNA

OUT

RF cable

(supplied)

(Back of this unit)

OUT

(Back of TV)

Cable TV signal

(Cable box or

Satellite box)

Connection to a cable box or satellite box

Note to the Cable TV System Installer :

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

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

satellite box.

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

To select channels of the cable box or satellite box

1) Turn on this unit by pressing

[POWER]. The “POWER” indicator on the front panel will appear. Then, press

[CHANNEL L / K] to select channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as the output channel of the cable box or

satellite box).

• If noise appears on the TV screen, press

[VIDEO/TV] on the remote control.

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

switch” on page 81.

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

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

After you have completed connections

• Switch the input selector on your TV to an appropriate external input channel (usually near channel 0). Press a button on the TV’s original remote control that selects an external input channel until the DVD recorder’s picture appears. Check your TV owner’s manual for details.

Admiral

Curtis Mathis

Hitachi

JVC

Kenwood

LXI-Series

Magnavox

AUX

LINE1, LINE2, 00, 90, 91, 92, 93

INPUT, TV/VCR, 00, 90, 91, 92, 93

INPUT, AUX

VIDEO, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3

AUX

AUX CHANNEL

Input Mode Names for Common TV Brands (Example)

Panasonic

RCA

Samsung

Sanyo

Sharp

Sony

Toshiba

Zenith

TV/VIDEO

INPUT, TV/VCR, 00, 90, 91, 92, 93

TV/VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO1, VIDEO2, VIDEO3

TV/GAME

Connection to a TV (cont’d)

To set progressive scan mode, refer to pages 72-73

• This unit compatible with the Progressive Scan System. The feature provides you with the higher definition images than the traditional output system does. To utilize this feature, you must set Progressive Scan mode to “ON”.

Note

Set your TV to channel 3 or 4 if you use coaxial connection.

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Connections

Connection to an Audio System

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

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

IN - AUDIO - OUT

DVD/VCR

AUDIO

OUT

DVD

Stereo system

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

DVD

COAXIAL

AUDIO

Method 1

Analog audio input jacks

Digital audio input jack

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

Method 2

Audio cable (supplied)

Audio Coaxial Digital cable (commercially available)

Dolby Digital decoder, MD

deck or DAT deck

Note

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

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

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

* To complete these settings, refer to pages 71-72.

Note

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

This unit

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

Unless connected to a Dolby Digital decoder.

Connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck.

Stream

PCM

Setup >Playback >Audio >Digital Out >

PCM

Dolby Digital

Setting

Connection

Step 2:

Insert a blank disc.

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

OPEN/CLOSE

1 2 3

.@/:

ABC DEF

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

OPEN/CLOSE

1 2 3

.@/:

ABC DEF

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Easy DVD recording

Remote Control

Close the disc tray

Format the disc

When inserting a disc that has already been recorded on, you can delete those contents by formatting that disc.

Formatting is only necessary to prepare disc previously recorded on for recording. Details are on pages 27-28.

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

• The unit automatically starts initializing when a brand new DVD-RW disc is inserted.

DVD disc types

Turn on the unit

This operation may take a while to be recognized.

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

VCR

SETUP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

Select the DVD mode

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

OPEN/CLOSE

1 2 3

.@/:

ABC DEF

Open the disc tray

Step 1: Choose a disc type.

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

This unit can record on the following type of discs.

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

When you want to save recordings without any alteration, a non-rewritable DVD-R can be your choice.

(or)

The following will help you to understand easily how to record to DVD discs.

Note:

Make sure batteries are in the remote control and you have connected this unit and the TV correctly.

DVD-RW VRDVD-RW

Video

You want to

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

DVD-RW VRDVD-RW

Video

Features

Recording

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

Editing

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

Yes

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

Note:

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

DVD-R

: Most suitable : Can be used : Some functions are limited : Cannot be used

Instructions continue on the next page.

Hint 1: Play the recorded contents

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

in the menu screen.

What are titles and chapters?

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

Hint 2: Edit the recorded disc

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

Title list offers following editing functions.

• Putting names on titles

• Setting pictures for thumbnails

• Setting/clearing chapter markers

• Deleting titles or scenes

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

Original and Playlist (VR mode)

You can edit the recordings in Playlist without changing the original recordings. Playlist does not take up much disc space.

What “Original” or “Playlist” is for?

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

•

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

•

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

Finalizing a Disc

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

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

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

Step 6: Stop the recording.

Step 3: Select the

recording speed.

Step 5: Record

on DVD disc.

Step 4: Select the

desired channel.

Getting started

Easy DVD recording (cont’d)

XP 0:58

CH 12

Start Rec. Stop/Start Stop Rec.

Title 1 Title 2

Chapter 1 Chapter 1Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 2

This operation may take a while to be completed.

Wait for a moment.

90%

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

SETUP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

CLEAR

ENTER

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

VCR

SETUP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

(Appears only in the VR mode)

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STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

2 3

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

3 4

Note

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

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

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

Press [RETURN ] or [SETUP] to cancel the auto presetting during scanning.

Initial setting

To select a channel

You can select a channel by directly entering channel using the Number buttons on the remote control. Notes for using the Number buttons:

• When selecting cable channels which are higher than 99, enter channel numbers as a three-digit number.

(For example: 117, press [1], [1], [7])

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

• You can select the line input mode (“L1” or “L2”). To select “L1” by pressing

[0], [0], [1]. To select “L2” by

pressing [0], [0], [2]. Details are on pages 34-35.

Turn on this unit for the first time, you need to follow these steps.

Press [POWER].

Turn the TV on. Select the input to which the unit is connected.

Refer to the table on page 15.

“Initial Setting” will automatically appear.

Using [K / L], select your desired language for the OSD. Then press [ENTER] to go to

next step.

Press [ENTER] to start Channel Preset.

The unit will start getting channels available in your area.

Wait for several minutes to finish channel scanning.

After channel setting is finished, “Clock Setting” will appear.

Then press [ENTER].

Follow to step 3 on page 23 to “Manual Clock Setting”.

Channel setting

Using [K / L], select “Channel”. Press [ENTER].

Channel menu will appear.

Using [K / L], select “Auto Preset”. Press [ENTER].

The unit will start getting channels available in your area. Wait for several minutes to finish channel scanning.

Press [SETUP] to exit.

• You can select only the channels memorized in this unit by using [CHANNEL L / K] or

[CH K / L].

Auto Presetting Now

CH 1

If you have changed antenna connection, we recommend you to program available channels in your area with the following procedures.

Getting channels automatically

Press [SETUP].

Initial Setting

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Initial Setting

Clock Setting

Setup

Playback

Display

Recording

Clock

Channel

Disc

Required Setting

Adding / deleting channels

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

Press [SETUP].

Using [K / L], select “Channel”. Press [ENTER].

Channel menu will appear.

Using [K / L], select “Manual Preset”. Press [ENTER].

Manual Preset menu will appear.

Select the channel number to add or delete.

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

• Use

[{ / B] to move through

the channels one by one, including the ones not in the channel memory, while using [CH K / L] to move through the channels only in the channel memory.

Press the Number buttons to select a channel number directly.

Using [K / L], select “Add” or “Delete”. Press [ENTER].

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

channels.

Press [SETUP] to exit.

Getting started

Channel setting (cont’d)

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

2 3 4 5

Manual Preset

CH 7

Add Delete

VCR DVD

Manual Preset

CH 2

Add Delete

VCR DVD

Using [K / L], select “TV Audio Select”. Press [ENTER].

Option window will appear.

The default is set as “Stereo”.

Using [K / L], select “Stereo” or “SAP”. Press [ENTER].

Stereo:

Outputs main audio.

SAP (Secondary Audio Program):

Outputs sub audio.

Refer to the item in “Glossary” on page 82 for more information.

Press [SETUP] to exit.

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Selecting the TV stereo or SAP

Notes on TV channel audio

• If you want to record a TV program available in second audio or stereo on a DVD-RW/R or videotape, you have to select either Stereo or SAP in the Channel Preset screen beforehand. Refer to the following table to check an appropriate setting.

• You can only play back the disc in second audio if a TV program is available in second audio and you set “ TV Audio Select ” to “ SAP ”.

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

2 3 4

Selected

audio

Broadcast

audio

Disc (Videotape)

recording

Audio

output

Stereo STEREO+SAP STEREO STEREO

STEREO STEREO STEREO

MONO+SAP MONO MONO

MONO MONO MONO

SAP STEREO+SAP SAP SAP

STEREO STEREO STEREO

MONO+SAP SAP SAP

MONO MONO MONO

TV Audio Select

SAP

Stereo

VCR DVD

You can select an audio channel to output from TV.

Press [SETUP].

Using [K / L], select “Required Setting”. Press [ENTER].

Required Setting menu will appear.

Select Video

TV Aspect

TV Audio Select

Required Setting

4:3 Letter Box

Stereo

VCR DVD

• If you do not know your PBS channel number in your area:

Using [

K / L], select “Auto”.

Press [ENTER].

The setting will be activated.

•

If you know your PBS channel number in your area:

Using [

K / L], select

“Manual”. Press [ENTER].

Using the Number buttons or [K / L], enter your PBS channel number with Number buttons. Press [ENTER].

The setting will be activated.

• If you want to set the clock manually and cancel the Auto Clock Setting function: Using [K / L], select “OFF”. Press [ENTER].

The Auto Clock Setting function will be canceled.

Press [SETUP] to exit.

Press [POWER] to turn off the unit.

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

Set the clock before you try the Timer Programming. If Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) is available in your area, follow the “Auto Clock Setting” below. If not, follow the “Manual Clock Setting” on page 23.

Auto Clock Setting

Make sure

• The antenna/Cable TV connections are correct.

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

Press [SETUP].

Using [K / L], select “Clock”. Press [ENTER].

Clock menu will appear.

Using [K / L], select “Auto Clock Setting”. Press [ENTER].

Option window will appear.

The default setting is “Auto”.

Getting started

Setting the clock

Note

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

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

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

2 3 4

Auto Clock Setting

OFF

Manual

Auto

VCR DVD

Auto Clock Setting - Manual

Set Channel No.

VCR DVD

CH 1

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Setting the clock (cont’d)

Getting started

Note

• Your clock setting will be lost if either there is a power failure or this unit has been unplugged for more than 30 seconds.

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

2 3 4 5

Manual Clock Setting

Press [SETUP].

Using [K / L], select “Clock”. Press [ENTER].

Using [K / L], select “Clock Setting”. Press [ENTER].

Clock Setting menu will appear.

Press [ENTER] again.

Default date will appear.

Using [K / L], enter the date (month / day / year). Press [{ / B] to move the cursor.

Using [K / L], enter the time (hour / minute). Press [{ / B].

A cursor will move on AM.

Press [K / L] to select “AM” or “PM”. Press [ENTER].

The settings will be activated. Although seconds are not displayed, they begin counting from zero.

Press [SETUP] to exit, if Clock menu appears.

Clock Setting

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

-- : -- --

VCR DVD

Clock Setting

JAN/ 01 / 2006(SUN)

12: 00 AM

VCR DVD

Clock Setting

JAN/ 01 / 2006(SUN)

12: 00 AM

VCR DVD

Using [K / L], select “TV Aspect”. Press [ENTER].

Option window will appear.

Refer to the Note on this page.

Using [K / L], select a desired option. Press [ENTER].

Press [SETUP] to exit.

Using [K / L], select “Daylight Saving Time”. Press [ENTER].

Option window will appear.

Using [K / L], select “ON” or “OFF”. Press [ENTER].

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

Press [SETUP] to exit.

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Getting started

Selecting the TV aspect ratio

Note

If you have a standard TV:

Select “4:3 Letter Box” for full

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

If you have a widescreen TV:

Select “16:9 Wide”.

Setting the clock (cont’d)

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

2 3 4

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

2 3 4

Daylight Saving Time

OFF

VCR DVD

TV Aspect

4:3 Pan & Scan

16:9 Wide

4:3 Letter Box

DVD

You can select the TV aspect ratio to match the formats of what you are playing back on the unit and your TV screen (4:3 standard or 16:9 widescreen TV). The default is set as “4:3 Letter Box”.

Press [SETUP].

Using [K / L], select “Required Setting”. Press [ENTER].

Required Setting menu will appear.

Setting the Daylight Saving Time

When “Daylight Saving Time” is “ON”, the clock will automatically move forward one hour at 2:00a. m. on the first Sunday in April and move back one hour at 2:00a.m. on the last Sunday in October. “ON” is selected as a default.

Press [SETUP].

Using [K / L], select “Clock”. Press [ENTER].

Clock menu will appear.

Information

This unit can record on DVD-R and DVD-RW discs. DVD-R discs allow you to record programs only once, and the recorded contents cannot be erased.

DVD-RW discs allow you to record programs repeatedly, and the recorded contents can be erased. You can record programs on DVD-R discs only in Video mode, while recording format for DVD-RW discs

can be either Video mode or VR mode.

Recordable disc

• We strongly recommend using any DVD-R 8x,

MAXELL DVD-R 16x and DVD-RW 4x disc to assure good recording quality.

• Discs that tested and proven to be compatible with this recorder:

VERBATIM DVD-R 8x VERBATIM DVD-RW 2x MAXELL DVD-R 16x JVC DVD-RW 4x

• About Video mode and VR (Video Recording) mode:

Video mode is the same recording format as

DVD-Video discs purchased locally and played back on most DVD players.

To play back the disc on other DVD players,

you will need to finalize the disc (see page 36). Before finalization, you can record additionally or edit disc with this unit.

VR (Video Recording) mode is a basic

recording format for DVD-RW. You can edit, record and delete repeatedly.

Recording speed

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

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

• The recording time are estimates and actual

recording time may differ.

• The audio and video quality is getting poorer as

the recording time becomes longer.

• Each time [REC SPEED] is pressed, recording

speed and its allowed recording time will be displayed.

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Note

• This recorder cannot record on CD-RW or CD-R discs.

• DVD-RW/R and CD-RW/R discs recorded on a personal computer or a DVD or CD recorder may not be played back if the disc is damaged or dirty or if there is dirt of condensation on the player’s lens.

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

• Discs recorded in Video mode on this unit cannot record additionally using other DVD recorders.

• A DVD-RW disc formatted with this unit cannot be used on other DVD recorders.

• Since the recording is made by the variable bit rate (VBR) method, the actual remaining time for recording may be a little bit shorter than the remaining time displayed on the OSD, depending on the picture you are recording.

Recording speed

XP (1H)

SP (2H)

LP (4H)

EP (6H)

SLP (8H)

SEP (10H)

Recording time

18 min

36 min

72 min

108 min

144 min

180 min

Video/Sound Quality

Disc Size

8cm Disc

XP (1H)

SP (2H)

LP (4H)

EP (6H)

SLP (8H)

SEP (10H)

60 min

120 min

240 min

360 min

480 min

600 min

12cm Disc

(poor)

(good)

Disc type Disc format

Video mode

VR mode

Video mode

Functions

Playing, limited recording, limited editing

Playing, recording, Original/Playlist editing

Playing, limited recording, limited editing

DVD-RW

DVD-R

DVD-RW

Video

DVD-RW

DVD-R

Logo

Attributes

8cm/12cm, single-sided, single layer disc Approx. max. recording time (SEP mode): 600 minutes (4.7GB) (for 12cm) 180 minutes (1.4GB) (for 8cm)

DVD-RW

DVD-R

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

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Recording

Restrictions on recording

You cannot record copy-protected materials using this unit. Copy-protected material includes DVDVideo discs and some satellite broadcasts.

If copy-protected material is encountered during a recording, recording will be paused or stop automatically and an error message will be displayed on the screen. Material that is “copy-once only” can only be recorded using a DVD-RW disc in VR mode with CPRM (see below).

When recording a TV broadcast or through an external input, you can display copy control information on the screen.

Information on copy control

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

Making discs playable on other DVD player (Finalize)

After recording, you must finalize the disc in order to play on other units. (Refer to page 36.)

After finalizing:

• Once DVD-RW/R (Video mode) is finalized, you cannot record additionally or edit.

• DVD-RW disc recorded with VR mode can record additionally and edit contents even after you finalized the disc.

• When DVD-RW/R (Video mode) is finalized, the Title menu will be created automatically.

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

Information on DVD recording (cont’d)

What is “CPRM”?

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

CPRM recordings can only be played back on DVD players that are compatible with CPRM.

This Unit DVD player

Not Playable

Playable

Finalizing*

* You cannot finalize discs in other DVD recorders.

DUBBING

OPEN/CLOSE

POWER REW F.FWD PLAY

VCR

OUTPUT SELECT

DVD

STOP PLAY

REPEAT TRK.

DVD

CHANNEL

RECORD

STOP/EJECT

DVD

VIDEO

RECORD

B BC

C ADE

S-VIDEO

L-AUDIO-R

Disc type / format

Copy

-free

Copy

-once

Copyprohibited

Recordable Not Recordable

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

ver.2.0

DVD-RW

Video

DVD-R

XXXX (cont’d)

Recording

Recording Playing discs EditingBefore you start Connections Getting started

Changing the

Setup menu VCR functions Others

Español

Formatting a disc

Note

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

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

• When inserting a blank DVD+RW or DVD+R disc, the error message (“Disc Error”) will appear. You cannot record on a DVD+RW/R. On this unit, DVD+RW and DVD+R are for playback only.

• Playlist will be created automatically when recording on DVD-RW in VR mode.

• In Video mode, Auto Chapter may not show up as you specified.

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

STOP

POWER

T-SET

TIMER PROG.

SKIP SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

SPACE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VIDEO/TV

SLOW

PAUSE

.@/:

ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

PQRS

REC/OTR

DISPLAY

TUV WXYZ

DVD

REC/OTR

REC SPEED

ZOOM

VCR

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

DUBBING

x1.3/0.8

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

AUDIO

2 3 4 5

Choosing the recording format of a blank disc

DVD-RW

Video

DVD-RW

When inserting a blank disc, the unit automatically starts to initialize the blank disc. You have to select your desired format before inserting the blank disc.

Press [SETUP].

Using [K / L], select “Disc”. Press [ENTER].

Disc menu will appear. <VR mode>

Using [K / L], select “Format”. Press [ENTER].

Format menu will appear.

Using [K / L], select “Format Mode”. Press [ENTER].

“Video mode” has been selected as the default.

Using [K / L], select “Video mode” or “VR mode”. Press [ENTER].

The recording format will be set.

Press [SETUP] to exit.

Insert a blank disc.

Formatting will start.

Formatting is completed.

“100%” will be indicated.

Disc

Format

Finalize

Disc Protect OFF ON

Format - Format Mode

VR mode

Video mode

DVD Player Compatibility mode.

VR mode

Editing possibility mode.

Formatting 90%

Format

Format Mode Video mode

Start

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