Tangent Audio DVR-500 User Manual

DVR-500

Instruction Manual

DVD Recorder

Table of Contents

Table of Contents..................................1

Safety Precautions...............................2

Important Safety Notices...................... 3

Important Information.......................... 5

Playable and Recordable Discs.............6

Disc Protection.....................................7

Identification of Controls….........……… 8

The remote control...............................10

Connection……………………………….....11

Mp3……................................……..........15

Playing Back a Disc………………….........16

Playing a Normal Disc…………….…....16

Playing a DVD+RW or DVD+R Disc….. 17

Using the On-screen Display……..............26

Setting the Parental Lock………................27

Customizing DVD Function Settings…..... 28

Recording Options………………….............28

Channel Search……………………...........29

Normal Recording…………………..……..29

One-Touch Record………………….…….. 30

Time Record……………………………...... 31

Editing…………………………………….........32

Editing a Title of DVD+RW………………..32

Editing a Disc of DVD+RW or DVD+R..... 35

General Features……………………......17

Locating a Specific Title,

Chapter or Track……………………..........19

Playing Repeatedly……..……………...... 21

Playing in Random Order……………......22

Selecting Camera Angles, Languages

& Audio Settings………………….........….23

Playing in a favorite Order………..……...24

Selecting Subtitles…………………...…...25

Specifications…………………………….......36

Trouble Shooting Guide…………………..... 37

01

Safety Precautions

A triangle with a lightning symbol draws the user's attention

to “dangerous voltage” without insulation in the housing

which may be high enough to entail a risk of electric shock.

A triangle with an exclamation mark draws the user's

attention to important instructions for use and maintenance

in the accompanying manual which should be studied.

WARNING:

CAUTION:

Symbol for Class II (double insulation).

TO MINIMISE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT EXPOSE

DEVICE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT OPEN THE HOUSING AS IT

CONTAINS DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. ONLY SKILLED TECHNICIANS ARE

ALLOWED TO CARRY OUT REPAIR AND SERVICE.

If the power cord plug is to be replaced, it is important that the replacement is identical

to the plug to be replaced, or that the new plug has been recommended by the

manufacturer.

TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, IT IS IMPORTANT TO INSERT THE

PLUG CORRECTLY INTO THE SOCKET.

This DVD player includes a laser system.

There is a risk of dangerous radiation from the laser beam if buttons, controls and

procedures are not used or carried out as described in this manual. To avoid contact

with the laser beam, do not open the device.

DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LASER BEAM.

02

Important Safety Notices

WARNING: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU STUDY AND OBSERVE BOTH THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND
THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE DEVICE. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE.

This device was developed and made with a view to providing maximum safety for the user. Incorrect use of the device
may cause electric shock or fire. The protection built into this device will protect the user if the procedure below is
observed in connection with installation, use and repair. This device is fully electronic and contains no parts which can be
repaired by the user.

THE HOUSING MUST NOT BE REMOVED. RISK OF DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. ONLY SKILLED TECHNICIANS ARE
ALLOWED TO REPAIR THE DEVICE.

Read the manual

On unpacking the device,
please read the manual
carefully and observe all
instructions given.

Power supply

Only the power supply indicated on the
rating plate must be used for this
device. If you are not sure which power
supply you have, please contact the
distributor or the local electricity
supplier.

Earthing or polarization

If the plug cannot be inserted properly into the
socket, or if the plug does not fit, the device must
not be used in your country.

Ventilation

The housing is provided with slots and
openings to ensure ventilation and reliable
operation and protect the device against
overheating. Do not block or cover these
openings. The openings must never be
blocked, for example by placing the device
on a bed, a sofa, a carpet or similar surface.

Heat

Do not place the device near
sources of heating such as
radiator, register, stove or other
heat-producing devices (including
amplifiers).

Water and moisture

The device must not be placed
close to water, such as bath
tub, wash basin, kitchen sink or
wash tub, in a damp cellar or
close to a swimming pool, etc.

Cleaning

Unplug the device before
cleaning. Do not use liquid
detergents and aerosol cleaning
agents. Use a dry cloth.

Power cords

Wiring must be organised to
prevent people from stepping on
the cables and to avoid pinching
by objects placed on or beside
them. Take special care around
sockets and plug boxes and
where the cable leaves the
device.

Overloading

Make sure that sockets,
extension flexes and plug
boxes are not overloaded as
this may lead to fire or electric
shock.

03

Important Safety Notices

Lightning

Unplug the device for additional
protection during thunder or when
the device is not used for prolonged
periods. This will prevent damage to
the device from lightning and surges.

Penetration of objects and liquid

Never push any objects through the
openings into the device, as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or
short circuit parts and cause fire or
electric shock. Do not spill liquid on
the DVD player.

Accessories

The device must not be placed on unstable surfaces
such as a trolley, stand, tripod, shelf or table.
The device may fall and injure children or
adults or be damaged. Use only trolley,
stand, tripod, shelf or table which are very
stable or provided with the device. The
Device must be installed in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions and by means of installation
equipment recommended by the manufacturer.
If the device is placed on a trolley, the trolley must be
moved carefully. Sudden stops, unnecessary force and
uneven surfaces may cause the trolley to turn over.

Discs

Do not use scratched, deformed or
repaired discs. Such discs will break
easily and may cause serious injury
and damage to the device.

Damage

Unplug the device and contact skilled technicians in the
following cases:

A) If power cord or plug is damaged.
B) If liquid has been spilled on the device or objects

have fallen into the device.
C) If the device has been exposed to rain or water.
D) If the device does not work properly after

adhering to the instructions in the user manual.

Make only the setups mentioned in the manual, as

incorrect setup may cause damage and will often

make it difficult for a skilled technician to make the

device work properly again.
E) If the device has been dropped or damaged in any

other way.
F) When the operation of the device changes
drastically, the device requires service.

Service

Do not attempt to carry out any
service work yourself. By opening or
removing the housing, you will be
exposed to dangerous voltage, etc.
Any service work should be carried
out by skilled technicians.

Disc drive

Keep your hands off the drive
when it closes to avoid trapping
your fingers.

Loads

Do not place heavy loads on the
DVD player, and do not step on it.
The load may fall and cause
serious injury or damage to the
device.

Spare parts

If spare parts are required, make sure that the
technician uses spare parts specified by the
manufacturer or with the same characteristics as the
original component. Unauthorised spare parts may
cause fire, electric shock, etc.

Safety check

After service or repairs on the DVD
player, ask the service technician to
carry out a safety check to ensure
that the device is ready for use.

04

Important Information

Handling instructions

The DVD player's top and back panel may
become warm after prolonged use. This is not due
to a defect.

When the DVD player is not used, remove the
disc and turn off the device.

If the DVD player is not used for a long period, its
function may deteriorate. Therefore, the DVD
player should be turned on and used now and
then.

Protect the power cord

Follow the instructions below to avoid irregular
function, electric shock, fire, or injury:

Hold the plug firmly when inserting it into the
socket
Avoid heat-producing devices
Do not place objects on the power cord
Do not carry out service work on or change the
power cord

Condensation

Condensation may occur in the following cases:

When the DVD player is moved directly from a
cold to a warm place.

When the DVD player is used in a room where
the radiator has just been switched on or where
the cold air from the air condition plant is directed
at the device.

If the DVD player is used in the summer in a
warm and humid room just after it has been
removed from an air conditioned room.

If there is steam or a high level of humidity in the
room.

In case of condensation, the DVD player will not
work properly. Remove the disc and turn off the
device. Unplug the device and leave it for 2-3
hours. The DVD player will then have adapted to
the environment and any condensation will have
disappeared.

Positioning

Do not place the device in any of the following
places:
In sunlight, close to heat-producing devices and
in a closed trolley
At high temperatures (40ºC or above) or high
relative humidity (90% or more)
In dirty places as some internal parts may be
damaged

Do not put your fingers or any
other objects into the device

Touching the internal parts is dangerous and may
cause injury or damage. Do not open the
housing.
Do not place foreign matter on the drive.

Interference

Placing the DVD player near a television set,
radio or video player may cause poor picture and
sound quality. In that case, move the DVD player
further from television set, radio or video player.

NOTE:

An Ø may appear on the screen when the
device is turned on. This means that the
required operation is not available.

05

Playable and Recordable Discs

The following discs can be played:

06

Disc Protection

Disc handling

Do not touch the playback side of the disc
Do not put paper or tape on the disc

Cleaning the discs

Finger prints and dust may cause poor sound
and picture quality. Wipe the disc with a dry, soft
cloth. Wipe from the centre out. The disc should
always be clean.

Storing the discs

Do not store the discs where they may be
exposed to direct sunlight or where they are close
to sources of heat.
Do not store the discs where they may be
exposed to moist or dust, for example in a
bathroom or close to a humidifier.
Store the discs standing in a cassette. If the
cassettes are stacked or an object is placed on
the cassettes, the discs may become uneven.

Organisation of discs

Normally, DVD discs are divided into titles, and the
titles are then divided into chapters. Music CDs are
divided into tracks.

If the dust cannot be removed with a soft cloth,
wipe the disc carefully with a moist cloth and then
with a dry cloth.
Do not use any type of solvents such as thinner,
petrol, commercial detergents and anti-static
spray for vinyl records. These may damage the
disc.

Each title, chapter and track has been given a
number, designated title number, chapter number
and track number, respectively.

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REMOTE CONTROL

Identification of Controls

THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW DESCRIBE THE
FUNCTIONS OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

1. OPEN/CLOSE

2. DV

3. TV

4. NUMBERS

5. SETUP

6. DIRECTION
(UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT)

7. SELECT

8. MENU

9. TIMER

10.REC/OTR
(RECORD/ONE-TOUCH RECORD)

11.PLAY

12.STOP

13.REVERSE

14.PREVIOUS

15.FWD

16. NEXT

17.AUDIO

18.SUBTITLE

19.REPEAT

20.SLOW

21.PROG

22.RANDOM

23.ST ANDBY/ON

24.SCAN

25.AV(SOURCE)

26.NAVIGATION

27.ADD/CLEAR

28.TITLE

29.DISCOPER ATION

30.EDIT

31. MUTE

32.PAUSE/STEP

33.VOLUME+

34.CHANNEL+

35.VOLUME-

36.CHANNEL-

37.RETURN

38.ANGEL

39.DISPLAY

40.ZOOM

41.GOTO

42.PS/IS(PROGRE SSIVE / INTERLACE SCAN)

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OPEN/CLOSE

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4

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ADD/CLEAR NAVIGATION

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SETUP

MENU

TIMER REC/OTR

PLAY

REV PREV

FWD NEXT

AUDIO

REPEAT

PROG

SELECT

STOP

SUBTITLE

SLOW

RANDOM

STANDBY/ON

AVTV

SCAN

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TITLE

DISC OPER

EDIT

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CH+

CH-

ZOOM

MUTE

VOL+

VOL-

DISPLAY

GOTOPS/IS

PAUSE/STEP

ANGLE RETURN

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09

Battery Installation

1. Push downward and outward the leaf spring
to remove the battery compartment cover.

2. Insert two size AA batteries according to the
"+" and "-" markings.

3. Make sure the batteries have been properly
installed, then close the battery compartment
cover.

Notes:

Do not mix different types together, or old
batteries with new batteries.
While the remote controller will not be used for
an extended period of time, remove the batteries to
prevent possible corrosion.
To prevent corrosion resulting in damage,
remove exhausted batteries immediately. Where
the remote controller doesn't appear to operate
normally, replace both of the batteries.
Typical life for the batteries provided with this
product is about 6 months. The life expectance may
vary according to the use status.

Use of the remote controller

Point the remote controller toward the remote
sensor on your DVD home theater center. Upon
receipt of the signal from the remote controller, the
equipment will operate accordingly.
The description in this Manual is based on the
buttons on the equipment. You may use the

counterparts on the remote controller to do the same.

Notes:

Do not place this equipment in a place exposed
to direct sunlight or strong light source like inverting
fluorescent light, or else it may interfere with correct
operation of the remote controller.
When other similar remote controller is used in
the same room, or when this product is used near

other equipment using infrared ray, interference with

the operation of this remote controller may occur.

Do not place any object on the remote controller,

or else it may cause unintentional depression of the

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buttons and waste the batteries unnecessarily.
The front of the chassis should not be glazed
with color glass, or else it may cause interference
with normal operation of the remote controller.
Any barrier between the remote controller and
remote sensor will inactivate any operation of the
remote controller.
The operating range between the remote
controller and the equipment shall be no more than
5 meters (16 inches). When the operating range
becomes shorter, replace the batteries with new
ones.