Targa DRH-5600x User Manual And Service Information

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DVD Recorder with HDD

User’s Manual and Service Information

1 1 / I (POWER On/Standby button)

Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

2 Disc Tray

Insert a disc here.

3 Display window

Shows the current status of the recorder.
T/S: Indicates the timeshifting mode.
REC: The recorder is recording.
HDD: The recorder is HDD mode.
DVD: The recorder is DVD mode.
HDD b B DVD: The recorder is dubbing.
TV: Indicates when the recorder is in TV
tuner mode.

: Indicates when the recorder is in timer

recording or a timer recording is
programmed.

time, elapsed time, title number, chapter/
track number, channel, etc.

4 Remote Sensor

Point the recorder remote control here.

5 OPEN/CLOSE (Z)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

6 HDD/DVD

Set the recorder’s mode to HDD or DVD.

: Indicates clock, total playing

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7 RESOLUTION

Sets the output resolution for HDMI and
COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks.

- HDMI: 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i

- COMPONENT: 576i, 576p

8 N / X (PLAY / PAUSE)

Starts playback.
Pause playback temporarily, press
again to exit pause mode.

9 x (STOP)

Stops playback or recording.

10 z (REC)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the
recording time.

11 PROG. (V/v)

Scans up or down through memorized channels.

12 USB Port

Connect an USB Memory Stick.

13 DV IN

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

14 AV IN 3 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right))

Connect the audio/video output of an external
source (Audio system, TV/ Monitor, VCR,
Camcorder, etc.).

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Rear Panel

1 ANTENNA IN

Connect the antenna to this terminal.

2 COMPONENT OUTPUT (Y PB PR)

Connect to a TV with Y PB PR inputs.

3 AV 2 DECODER SCART jack

Connect the audio/video output of an external source
(Pay-TV decoder, Set Top Box, VCR, etc.).

4 HDMI OUTPUT (Type A)

HDMI output providing a high quality interface for digital
audio and video.

5 AC Power Cord

Plug into the power source.

6 ANTENNA OUT

Passes the signal from the ANTENNA IN jack to your TV/
monitor.

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7 OPTICAL (Digital audio output jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

8 COAXIAL (Digital audio output jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

9 S-VIDEO OUTPUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

10 AUDIO OUTPUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV with audio inputs.

11 AV 1 SCART jack

Connect to a TV with SCART jack.

12 Ventilation holes

The ventilation holes guarantee sufficient cooling in the interior of the
housing. Never block the ventilation holes.

Remote control

1. POWER button

Switches on the DVD-HDD recorder or
switches the unit to standby mode.

2. Open/Close button

Opens or closes the disc tray.

3. DVD button

Toggles to DVD mode (recording and
playback).

4. HDD button

Toggles to HDD mode (recording and
playback).

5. Numeric buttons 0 to 9

To enter digits 0 to 9.

6. DUBBING button

To copy your recording from DVD to hard
disc or vice-versa.

7. Audio button

To change the audio language or audio
channel of the movie.

8. Subtitle button

To change the subtitle language.

9. REC button

Press to start recording

10. REC MODE button

To select the desired recording mode.

11. SCAN button

To perform a fast forward or backward
search.

12. PAUSE/STEP button

Press to pause playback or to toggle to
frame-by-frame playback.

13. PLAY button

Press to start playback (from HDD or
disc).

14. HOME button

Press to display or hide the main menu.

15. Up button

Up direction button.

16. Left button

Left direction button.

17. Enter button

Confirms your entry.

18. Down button

Down direction button.

19. DISPLAY button

To display the OSD menu and to show
playback information (title, chapter,
playback time, etc.)

20. TIMESHIFT button

To pause a live TV programme.

21. MARKER button

Press to insert a bookmark during
playback.

22. REPEAT button*

To repeat the current chapter, title, track
or the entire disk contents.

23. ZOOM button*

Press to zoom the picture.

24. TV/DVD button*

To toggle between the signal source
connected to the AV2 connector or the
built-in tuner/DVD/HDD picture.

25. POWER button**

Switches on the TV set or switches it to
standby mode.

26. AV/INPUT button

To select the external source for recording
onto DVD or hard disc.

27. AV/INPUT button**

To select the input source for your TV set.

28. PR/CH button**

To select the desired channel directly on the
TV.

29. VOL button**

To adjust the desired audio volume of the TV
set.

30. PIP button

To show/hide the TV channel picture whilst
playing back a DVD or from HDD.

31. CHP ADD button

To insert a chapter mark at the current
position.

32. TITLE button

Displays the disc title menu, if any.

33. SKIP buttons

Skips to the next or previous chapter or track.

34. STOP button

To stop playback or recording.

35. MENU/LIST button

To display the DVD disc menus. To toggle
between the «Title List-Original» and «Title
List-Playlist» menus.

36. Right button

Right direction button.

37. RETURN button

To hide a menu.

38. CLEAR button

To delete a track number or a mark from the
marker search menu and to mark all MP3/
WMA files for programmed playback.

39. SEARCH button

Displays the Marker Search menu.

40. A-B button*

To repeat an interval.

41. THUMBNAIL button*

To select the thumbnail view.

42. VideoPlus button*

Shows the programmed recording menu for
the VideoPlus function.

43. Cover

Slide this cover downwards to gain access to
the REPEAT, ZOOM, TV/DVD, A-B,
THUMBNAIL and VIDEOPLUS+ buttons.

* Buttons marked with an * are located behind
the cover (43).

** See page 58.

Important Safety Instructions

General

Before you use this device for the first time, please
read the following notes in this manual and heed all
warnings, even if you are familiar with handling
electronic devices. Keep this manual in a safe place
for future reference. If you sell or pass this device on
to another person, it is imperative that you also hand
over this manual.

Environment

• Position the device on a stable, even surface and do
not place any heavy objects on the device.

• The device is not for use in environments with a
high temperature or humidity (e.g. bathrooms), and
must be kept free of dust

• Operating temperature and humidity: 5 °C to 35 °C,
max. 85 % RH

• Always make sure that

• there is free circulation of air (do not place the

device on shelves, on a thick carpet, on a bed, or
anywhere that obstructs the ventilation slots, and
leave at least 10cm clearance on all sides;

• no direct heat sources (e.g. heating) can affect the

device;

• no direct sunlight or bright artificial light reaches

the device;

• contact with spray and dripping water and

abrasive liquids must be avoided and the device
should never be operated near water, and it must
especially never be immersed (do no place any
objects filled with liquids such as vases or drinks
near the device);

• never place the device in the immediate vicinity of

magnetic fields (e.g. loudspeakers);

• do not place any fire sources (e.g. burning

candles) on or near the device;

• do not introduce any foreign bodies into the

device;

• the device must not be subject to any great

temperature changes as this may cause moisture
through condensation and shortcircuit;

• the device should not be subject to excessive

shocks and vibrations;

Power Supply

• The power switch of this device does not fully
disconnect the device from the mains.

• The device consumes electricity in the Standby
mode. In order to completely disconnect the device
from the mains, the power plug must be pulled out
from the wall outlet. For this reason, the device
should be positioned in a way that assures a direct
and unobstructed access to the wall outlet so that
the power plug can be immediately pulled out in an
emergency situation. To avoid the danger of fire if
the device is not going to be used for a long while
(e.g. during holidays), it should always be
disconnected from the power socket. Before stormy
weather when there is the danger of lightning,
disconnect the device from the power supply.

• Insert the batteries with the correct polarity and
never try to recharge the batteries and under no
circumstances throw them into fire. Do not mix
batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.).
Remove batteries when the device is not to be used
for a long time. Non-intended use may cause
explosion and danger to life.

• Respect the environment! Old batteries do not
belong in with the domestic waste! They must be
handed in to a collection point for old batteries.

Cables

• Always hold cables by the plug and never pull on
the cable itself.

• Never hold the power cord with wet hands as this
may cause a short circuit or electric shock.

• Never place the device, heavy objects or furniture
on the cable and take care that the cord does not
become trapped, especially at the plug and sockets.
Never make knots in the cable and do not tie it
together with other cords. All cables should be
positioned so that nobody can trip over them or be
obstructed by them.

• Adamaged power cord can cause a fire or an
electric shock. Inspect the power cord from time to
time. Never use adapter plugs or extension cables
that don’t comply with the current safety regulations
in your country, and don’t modify any of the power
cords or electrical installations yourself!

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Maintenance and Care

• Servicing is required when this device has been
damaged in any way, for example, when the power
plug, power cord or housing is damaged, when
liquid or objects have entered the device, when the
product has been exposed to rain or moisture, when
the product does not work normally or if the product
has been dropped. If you notice any smoke, unusual
noise or strange smells, switch off the device
immediately and pull the plug from the wall outlet. In
this case the device should not be used further and
should be inspected by authorized service
personnel. Please contact qualified personnel when
servicing is needed. Never open the housing of the
device, or the accessories. If the housing isopened,
your life is in danger due to electric shock. Only use
a clean, dry cloth for cleaning. Never use any
abrasive liquids.

• The DVD/CD drive of this device is classified as a
“Class 1 Laser product” and is denoted with a
corresponding label on the housing. Never open the
device and do not try to repair the device yourself.
Inside the device there are invisible laser rays. Do
not expose yourself to the laser rays.

• Do not attempt to open the housing of the device.
Otherwise you will lose your warranty.

Disposal of Old Devices

1. If the product is labeled with a crossed-out
waste bin, it is subject to the European
Guideline 2002/96/EC.

2. All electric and electronic devices must be
disposed of separately from household
waste at established bodies.

3. Avoid damaging the environment and
danger to your personal health by disposing
of the device properly.

4. For further information about proper
disposal, contact your local government,
disposal bodies or the shop where you
bought the device.

Children

• Electrical appliances do not belong in the hands of
children! Do not allow children to play with electrical
devices when not under supervision. Children may
not be able to comprehend the presence of potential
risks. Small parts can represent choking hazards.

• Keep batteries and rechargeable batteries out of
reach of children. If a battery or rechargeable
battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately.

• Keep the packaging away from children to avoid the
danger of suffocation

• This device does not belong in the hands of
children! Spring parts may jump out if misused and
cause them harm (e.g. to their eyes).

Intended Use

• This is a consumer electronics device. It may only
be used for private use, not industrial or commercial
purposes.

• Furthermore, the device may not be used outdoors
or in tropical climates. Only connection cables and
external devices may be used that comply with
safety standards and the electromagnetic
compatibility and shielding quality of this device.
This device fulfills all that relates to CE Conformity,
relevant norms and standards. Any changes to the
equipment other than the recommended changes by
the manufacturer may lead to the result that these
directives are not met any more. Only use
accessories recommended by the manufacturer.

• If you are not using the device within the Republic of
Germany, you must observe the regulations and
laws in the country of use.

• When connecting peripheral devices, make sure the
cables are not too short and that they don’t force the
connectors mechanically!

Introduction

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CE Declaration of
Conformity

This device has been tested and approved
for compliance with the basic and other
relevant requirements of the EMC Directive
2004/108/EG, as well as the Low-voltage
Directive 2006/95/EG.

Package contents:

 Targa DRH-5600x
 Remote control
 User manual
 Scart cable
 Antenna cable
 Audio cable
 Video cable
 Blank DVD
 Targa Test DVD*

* Note: only for Germany/Austria

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11

About the symbol display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Recordable and playable Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Playable Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Availability of copying or moving feature . . . . . . . .8

About the internal hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Using an USB Memory Stick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Hookup and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-25

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Connecting to the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Connections to Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

HDMI connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Connecting to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections . .16-17

Auto Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-21

Auto Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Program Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Auto Clock Set / Manual Clock Set . . . . . . . .20

TV Aspect / AV2 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Video Output Format / Power Save Mode . .20

Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Display Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Sampling Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

DRC (Dynamic Range Control) . . . . . . . . . .21

Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Lock (Parental Control) Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Rating / Set Password / Area Code . . . . . . .22

DivX Registration Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Record Mode Set / Record Aspect . . . . . . . .23

DV Recording Audio / TV Recording Audio . .23

Auto Chapter / MPEG4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

AV2 Recording / Timeshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Disc Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Disc Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Finalize / Disc Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Disc Protect / PBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

General Explanation of On-Screen Display . . . .25

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-36

General Playback Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-29

Playing a DivX Movie File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file . . . . . . . .31

Program Playback with Audio CD and

MP3/WMA file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Viewing a JPEG File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33-35

Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX file . . . . . .35-36

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37-44

About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

About HDD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Timeshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Timer Recording with VIDEO Plus+ System . . . .41

Checking Timer Recording Details . . . . . . . . . . .42

Recording from an External Input . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Recording from DV Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Simultaneous recording and playback . . . . . . . .44

Playback another title during recording . . . . .44

Time Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

MPEG4 Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45-52

Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview . . . .45

HDD, VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing . . .46

Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Changing the Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Making a New Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist .47
Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter . . .48

Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Sorting the Title List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Combining Two Titles Into One . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Divide One Title Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . . .51

Additional functions for the recordable

DVD discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Hide a Chapter/Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Protect a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53-55

Before Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Dubbing from HDD to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Dubbing from DVD to HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

One Touch Copy (HDD to DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

One Touch Copy (DVD to HDD) . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-61

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Viewing Title List menu displayed on other

DVD Recorders or Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD

Players (Finalizing a Disc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59-60

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Introduction

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Introduction

Notes on Discs

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this
owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference.

This manual provides information on the operation
and maintenance of your recorder. Should the unit
require service, contact an authorized service
location.

About the Symbol Display

During operation the icon may be displayed. This
icon indicates that the currently selected function is not
available for this operating mode.

Symbol Used in this Manual

Note:

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Tip:

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

A section whose title has one of the following symbols
are applicable only to the disc represented by the
symbol.

Handling Discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the
disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on
the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc.

Storing Discs

After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose
the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat and never
leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight.

Cleaning Discs

Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor
picture quality and sound distortion. Before playing,
clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from
the center out.

Titles recorded on the HDD

HDD

DVD ALL

-RW

-RW
+RW

-R

+R

DVD
VCD
ACD
DivX

MP3
WMA
JPEG

All DVD discs listed below.

VR

DVD-RW with VR recording mode

Video

DVD-RW with Video recording mode
DVD+RW disc
DVD-R disc
DVD+R (DL) disc
DVD-Video disc

Video CDs
Audio CDs
DivX files
MP3 files
WMA files
JPEG files

Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine,
thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for older vinyl records.

Moisture Condensation

Never operate this product immediately after moving
it from a cold location to a warm location. Leave it
for two or three hours without operating it. If you use
this product in such a situation, it may damage
discs and internal parts.

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Recordable and playable Media

DVD-RW (Digital Video Disc - ReWritable):

 DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording.
 These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again

on the same Disc.

[VR mode]

 Recordings can be extensively edited
 Playable only on VR mode compatible players (after finalization)

[Video mode]

 Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)
 Limited editing features

DVD-R (Digital Video Disc - Recordable)

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These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD-R, you cannot record on it or edit it.

 DVD-R discs can be only formatted to Video mode.
 Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)
 Limited editing features

DVD+RW (Digital Video Disc + ReWritable)

 These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again

on the same Disc.

 Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalization)
 The edited contents are playable on DVD+RW compatible players only after finalization
 Recordings can be edited the title/chapter

DVD+R (Digital Video Disc + Recordable)

 These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD+R, you cannot record on it or edit

it any more.

 Playable on DVD+R compatible players (after finalization)
 Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R compatible players. (Hide, chapter combine,

added chapter mark, etc.)

 Limited title/chapter editing features.

DVD+R DL (Digital Video Disc + Recordable; Double Layer)

 These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD+R DL, you cannot record on it or

edit it any more.

 Storage space is nearly doubled with double layer DVD+R media, allowing consumers to record up

to 8.5GB of video on a single DVD+R disc.

 Playable on DVD+R DL compatible players (after finalization)
 Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R DL compatible players. (Hide, chapter

combine, added chapter mark, etc.)

 Limited title/chapter editing features.

Introduction

Recommended recordable DVD discs

DVD-R DVD+R DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD+R(DL)

Mitsubishi (8x, 16x) Mitsubishi (8x, 16x) Mitsubishi (4x) Mitsubishi (4x) Mitsubishi (2,4x)

That’s (8x, 16x) Ricoh (8x, 16x) Verbatim (4x) SONY (2.4x) Maxell (2,4x)

SONY (16x) SONY (16x) JVC (4x) Verbatim (2.4x) -

- - Victor (4x) Ricoh (2.4x, 4x) -

- - Maxell (4x) - -

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Playable Media

DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format

Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

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

CD-R/CD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, DivX, MP3, WMA, or JPEG files.

Notes:

 Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) disc itself, some

CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) discs cannot be played on the unit.

 Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the labeled side or the recorded side) of a disc.
 Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart-shaped or octagonal). Doing so may result in malfunctions.
 Depending on the recording software & the finalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW or DVD±R/RW) may

not be playable.

 DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD Recorder

may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensation on the Recorder’s lens.

 If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is recorded in a compatible format, there are cases

in which it may not play because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check
with the software publisher for more detailed information.)

 This recorder requires discs and recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal

playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are automatically set to these standards. There are many different types
of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3 or WMA files) and these require certain pre­existing conditions (see above) to ensure compatible playback.

 Customers should note that permission is required in order to download MP3 / WMA files and music from the

Internet. Our company has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the
copyright owner.

Regional Code

This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled same as
the rear of the unit or “ALL”.

Notes on Regional Codes



Most DVD discs have a globe with one or more numbers in it clearly visible on the cover. This number must
match your unit’s regional code or the disc cannot play.



If you try to play a DVD with a different regional code from the unit, the message “Incorrect region code. Can’t
play back” appears on the TV screen.

Availability of copying or moving feature

From To MP3/WMA JPEG DivX Audio CD Video CD Title*

HDD DISC No No No No No Yes
HDD USB Memory No No No No No No

DISC HDD Yes Yes Ye s No No Yes
DISC USB Memory No No No No No No

USB Memory HDD Yes Yes Yes No No No
USB Memory DISC No No No No No No

*1 The title is recorded from this unit.

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1

About the internal hard disk
drive

The internal hard disk drive (HDD) is a fragile piece of
equipment. Please use the recorder following the
guidelines below to protect against possible HDD
failure.
We recommend that you back up your important
recordings onto DVD discs in order to protect against
accidental loss.

 Do not move the recorder while it is on.
 Install and use the recorder on a stable, level

surface.

 Do not use the recorder in excessively hot or humid

places, or in places that may be subject to sudden
changes in temperature. Sudden changes in
temperature can cause condensation to form inside
the recorder. This can be a cause of HDD failure.

 While the recorder is switched on, do not unplug

from the wall socket or switch the electricity off from
the breaker switch.

 Do not move the recorder immediately after

switching it off. If you need to move the recorder,
please follow the steps below:

1. After the message POWER OFF is shown in the
display, wait at least two minutes.

2. Unplug from the wall socket.

3. Move the recorder.

 If there’s a power failure while the recorder is on

there is a chance that some data on the HDD will
be lost.

 The HDD is very delicate. If used improperly or in

an unsuitable environment, it is possible that the
HDD will fail after a few years of use. Signs of
problems include playback unexpectedly freezing
and noticeable block noise (mosaic) in the picture.
However, sometimes there will be no warning signs
of HDD failure.

If the HDD fails, no playback of recorded material
will be possible. In this case it will be necessary to
replace the HDD unit.

Using an USB Memory Stick

This unit can play the MP3 / WMA / JPEG files
contained in the USB Memory Stick.

Inserting/Removing the USB Memory
Stick

Inserting the USB Memory Stick

Insert straight-in until it fits into place.

Removing the USB Memory Stick

Withdraw the USB Memory Stick carefully.

Notes:

 Keep the USB Memory Stick out of reach of

children. If swallowed, seek medical advice
immediately.

 This unit supports only USB Flash Memory with

FAT16 or FAT32 format.

 The USB Memory Sticks which require additional

program installation when you have connected it to
a computer are not supported.

 This unit is compatible with the Flash type USB

Memory Stick that supports USB 1.1.

 This unit may not supports some USB Memory

Stick.



Do not extract the USB Memory Stick in
operating (play, copy, etc.). It may cause a
malfunction of this unit.

Using the USB Memory Stick

1. Insert an USB Memory Stick.

2. Press HOME on the remote control.

3. Select [MUSIC], [PHOTO] or [MOVIE] option.

4. Select [USB] then press ENTER.
Details for the options are on page 18.

Introduction

9

Front Panel

3

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12 13 14

1

1

/ I (POWER On/Standby button)

Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

2 Disc Tray

Insert a disc here.

3 Display window

Shows the current status of the recorder.

T/S: Indicates the timeshifting mode.
REC: The recorder is recording.
HDD: The recorder is HDD mode.
DVD: The recorder is DVD mode.

HDD bBDVD: The recorder is dubbing.
TV: Indicates when the recorder is in TV tuner

mode.

: Indicates when the recorder is in timer

recording or a timer recording is programmed.

: Indicates clock, total playing time,

elapsed time, title number, chapter/track number,
channel, etc.

4 Remote Sensor

Point the recorder remote control here.

5 OPEN/CLOSE (Z)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

6 HDD/DVD

Set the recorder’s mode to HDD or DVD.

7 RESOLUTION

Sets the output resolution for HDMI and
COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks.

- HDMI: 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i

- COMPONENT: 576i, 576p

8 N / X (PLAY / PAUSE)

Starts playback.
Pause playback or recording temporarily,
press again to exit pause mode.

9 x (STOP)

Stops playback or recording.

10 z (REC)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the
recording time.

11 PROG. (V/v)

Scans up or down through memorized channels.

12 USB Port

Connect an USB Memory Stick.

13 DV IN

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

14 AV IN 3 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right))

Connect the audio/video output of an external
source (Audio system, TV/ Monitor, VCR,
Camcorder, etc.).

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Remote control

1. POWER button

Switches on the DVD-HDD
recorder or switches the unit to
standby mode.

2. Open/Close button

Opens or closes the disc tray.

3. DVD button

Toggles to DVD mode (recording
and playback).

4. HDD button

Toggles to HDD mode (recording
and playback).

5. Numeric buttons 0 to 9

To enter digits 0 to 9.

6. DUBBING button

To copy your recording from DVD
to hard disc or vice-versa.

7. Audio button

To change the audio language or
audio channel of the movie.

8. Subtitle button

To change the subtitle language.

9. REC button

Press to start recording

10. REC MODE button

To select the desired recording
mode.

11. SCAN button

To perform a fast forward or
backward search.

12. PAUSE/STEP button

Press to pause playback or to
toggle to frame-by-frame playback.

13. PLAY button

Press to start playback (from HDD
or disc).

14. HOME button

Press to display or hide the main
menu.

15. Up button

Up direction button.

16. Left button

Left direction button.

17. Enter button

Confirms your entry.

18. Down button

Down direction button.

19. DISPLAY button

To display the OSD menu and to
show playback information (title,
chapter, playback time, etc.)

20. TIMESHIFT button

To pause a live TV programme.

21. MARKER button

Press to insert a bookmark during
playback.

22. REPEAT button*

To repeat the current chapter, title,
track or the entire disk contents.

23. ZOOM button*

Press to zoom the picture.

24. TV/DVD button*

To toggle between the signal source connected to the AV2 connector or the built-in
tuner/DVD/HDD picture.

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7

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9

10

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14

15
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17

18
19

20

21
22
23

24

25. POWER button**

Switches on the TV set or switches it
to standby mode.

26. AV/INPUT button

25
26

27

28

29

30

31
32

33

34

35

36

37

38
39
40
41

42

43

To select the external source for
recording onto DVD or hard disc.

27. AV/INPUT button**

To select the input source for your
TV set.

28. PR/CH button**

To select the desired channel directly
on the TV.

29. VOL button**

To adjust the desired audio volume
of the TV set.

30. PIP button

To show/hide the TV channel picture
whilst playing back a DVD or from
HDD.

31. CHP ADD button

To insert a chapter mark at the
current position.

32. TITLE button

Displays the disc title menu, if any.

33. SKIP buttons

Skips to the next or previous chapter
or track.

34. STOP button

To stop playback or recording.

35. MENU/LIST button

To display the DVD disc menus. To
toggle between the "Title List­Original" and "Title List-Playlist"
menus.

36. Right button

Right direction button.

37. RETURN button

To hide a menu.

38. CLEAR button

To delete a track number or a mark
from the marker search menu and to
mark all MP3/WMA files for
programmed playback.

39. SEARCH button

Displays the Marker Search menu.

40. A-B button*

To repeat an interval.

41. THUMBNAIL button*

To select the thumbnail view.

42. VideoPlus button*

Shows the programmed recording
menu for the VideoPlus function.

43. Cover

Slide this cover downwards to gain
access to the REPEAT, ZOOM,
TV/DVD, A-B, THUMBNAIL and
VIDEOPLUS+ buttons.
* Buttons marked with an * are
located behind the cover (43).
** See page 58.

Introduction

11

Remote Control Operation

Remote Control Battery Installation

Point the Remote Control at the remote sensor and
press the buttons.

Caution

Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different
types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.).

Hookup and Settings

Rear Panel

1234 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Remove the battery cover on the
rear of the Remote Control, and
insert two R03 (size AAA)
batteries with and matched
correctly.

1 ANTENNA IN

Connect the antenna to this terminal.

2 COMPONENT OUTPUT (Y P

Connect to a TV with Y P

B PR)

B PR inputs.

3 AV 2 DECODER SCART jack

Connect the audio/video output of an external
source (Pay-TV decoder, Set Top Box, VCR, etc.).

4 HDMI OUTPUT (Type A)

HDMI output providing a high quality interface for
digital audio and video.

5 AC Power Cord

Plug into the power source.

6 ANTENNA OUT

Passes the signal from the ANTENNA IN jack to
your TV/monitor.

Connecting to the antenna

Remove the antenna cable plug from your TV set and
insert it into the antenna socket at the back of the
recorder. Plug one end of the antenna cable into the
TV socket on the recorder and the other end into the
antenna input socket on your TV set.

RF coaxial connection

Connect the ANTENNA OUT jack on the recorder to
the antenna input jack on the TV using the 75-ohm
Coaxial Cable supplied (R). The ANTENNA OUT jack
passes the signal through from the ANTENNA IN jack.

7 OPTICAL (Digital audio output jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

8 COAXIAL (Digital audio output jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

9 S-VIDEO OUTPUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

10 AUDIO OUTPUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV with audio inputs.

11 AV 1 SCART jack

Connect to a TV with SCART jack.

12 Ventilation holes

The ventilation holes guarantee sufficient cooling
in the interior of the housing. Never block the
ventilation holes.

Aerial

ANTENNA

INPUT

SCART INPUT

Rear of TV

AUDIO INPUT

L

R

VIDEO
INPUT

R

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Rear of the recorder

Connections to Your TV



Make one of the following connections, depending
on the capabilities of your existing equipment.



When using the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks, set
the Video Output Format option in the setup menu
to YP

PR. When using the SCART jack, set the

B

Video Output Format option in the setup menu to
RGB.

Tips



Depending on your TV and other equipment you
wish to connect, there are various ways you could
connect the recorder. Use only one of the
connections described below.



Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR,
Stereo System or other devices as necessary to
make the best connections.

Caution

– Make sure the recorder is connected directly to the

TV. Tune the TV to the correct video input channel.

– Do not connect the recorder’s AUDIO OUTPUT jack

to the phono in jack of your audio system.

– Do not connect your recorder via your VCR. The

DVD image could be distorted by the copy
protection system.

Rear of TV

S-VIDEO

INPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

Y

Pr

Pb

SCART INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

L

R

SCART connection

Connect the AV1 SCART jack on the recorder to the
corresponding in jacks on the TV using the scart cable
(T).

The Scart cable will also transfer the audio signal,
therefore no separate audio cable connection is
necessary.

Audio (Left/Right) Connection

Connect the left and right AUDIO OUTPUT jacks of
the recorder to the audio left and right IN jacks on the
TV using the audio cables (A). Do not connect the
recorder’s AUDIO OUTPUT jack to the phono in jack
of your audio system.

S-Video connection

Connect the S-VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the recorder
to the S-Video in jack on the TV using the S-Video
cable (S).

Component Video connection

Connect the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks on the
recorder to the corresponding input jacks on the TV
using an Y PB PR cable (C).

If your television is a high-definition or "HD ready"
television, you may take advantage of the recorder's
progressive scan output for the highest video
resolution possible. If your TV does not accept the
Progressive Scan format, the picture will appear
scrambled if you try Progressive Scan on the recorder.



Set the resolution to 576p using RES. button for
progressive signal.

Settings

Hookup and

Note:

Progressive scan does not work with the S-VIDEO
connection.

S

C

T

A

Caution

If the resolution is set to 720p or 1080i, the S-VIDEO
OUTPUT and COMPONENT OUTPUT connections
are not available.

Cables included in this package:
A) Stereo Cinch cable
T) Scart cable
M) Mono Cinch cable
R) Antenna cable

Rear of the recorder

Cables NOT included in this package:
C) Component cable
S) S-Video cable
H) HDMI cable
O) Digital optical cable
D) DV IN cable

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HDMI jack

Rear of the recorder

HDMI

HDMI compatible TV

H

You can connect an HDMI TV or monitor to this
recorder by using an HDMI cable.

1. Connect the HDMI OUTPUT jack of the recorder to
the HDMI input jack of your HDMI-compatible TV or
monitor (H).
Note: For further information, please check the
instruction manual of your screen. On the TV
screen you'll see the DVD player's start screen.

2. Set the TV's input source to HDMI (refer to the
User's Manual of your TV set).
Note: If your TV set does not feature any HDMI but
a DVI input jack, use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable
(not included in the package). Please note that
when using this type of connection, you must
further establish a separate audio connection via
the audio output jacks of your DVD-HDD recorder.

Notes:

 If your TV is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz sampling

frequency, set the [Sampling Freq.] option to [48 kHz] on
the setup menu (See page 21).When this choice is made,
this unit will automatically convert any 96 kHz signals to 48
kHz so your system can decode them.

 If your TV is not equipped with Dolby Digital and

MPEG decoder, set the [Dolby Digital] and [MPEG]
options to [PCM] on the setup menu (See page 21).

 If your TV is not equipped with DTS decoder, set the [DTS]

options to [OFF] on the setup menu (See page 21).To
enjoy DTS multi channel surround, you must connect this
recorder to a DTS compatible receiver via one of this
recorder’s digital audio outputs.

 The arrow on the cable connector body should face up for

correct alignment with the connector on the recorder.

About HDMI

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) supports
both video and audio on a single digital connection for
use with DVD Players, Set-Top Boxes, and other AV
devices.
HDMI was developed to provide the technologies of
HDCP (High Definition Contents Protection). HDCP is
used to protect digital content transmitted and
received.

HDMI has the capability to support standard, enhanced,
or high-definition video plus standard to multi-channel
surround-sound audio, HDMI features include
uncompressed digital video, a bandwidth of up to 5
gigabytes per second, one connector (instead of several
cables and connectors), and communication between the
AV source and AV devices such as DTVs.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI licensing LLC.

(Type A)

 If there is noise or lines on the screen, please check

the HDMI cable.

Tip :

When you use the HDMI connection, you can change
the resolution (576i, 576p, 720p, or 1080i) for the
HDMI output using RES. button.

Caution

Changing the resolution when the recorder is
connected with HDMI connector may result in
malfunctions. To solve the problem, turn off the
recorder and then turn it on again.

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Additional Information for HDMI

 When you connect an HDMI or DVI compatible

device make sure of the followings:

- Switch off the HDMI or DVI compatible device and
this recorder. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI
device and leave it for around 30 seconds, then
switch on this recorder.

- The connected device’s video input is set correctly
for this unit.

- The connected device is compatible with
720(1440)x576i, 720x576p, 1280x720p, or
1920x1080i video input.

 Not all HDCP-compatible DVI devices will work with

this recorder.

- The picture will not be displayed properly with
non-HDCP device.

Connecting to an Amplifier

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two
channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll/
Pro Logic

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on
the recorder to the audio left and right in jacks on your
amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio
cables (A).

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two
channel digital stereo (PCM) or to an Audio/
Video receiver equipped with a multi-channel
decoder (Dolby Digital™, MPEG 2, or DTS)

1. Connect one of the recorder’s DIGITAL AUDIO

OUTPUT jacks (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL X) to the
corresponding in jack on your amplifier. Use an
optional digital (optical O or coaxial X) audio cable.

2. You will need to activate the recorder’s digital
output. (See “Audio Settings” on page 21).

Digital Multi-channel sound

A digital multi-channel connection provides the best
sound quality. For this you need a multi-channel
Audio/Video receiver that supports one or more of the
audio formats supported by your recorder (MPEG 2,
Dolby Digital and DTS). Check the receiver manual
and the logos on the front of the receiver.

Caution:

Due to the DTS Licensing agreement, the digital
output will be in DTS digital out when DTS audio
stream is selected.

Rear of the recorder

O X

OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

COAXIAL

A

R

L

AUDIO INPUTDIGITAL INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

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

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of
Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Settings

Hookup and

Notes:

– If the audio format of the digital output does not

match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver
will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound
at all.

– Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via digital

connection can only be obtained if your receiver is
equipped with a Digital Multi-channel decoder.

– To see the audio format of the current DVD in the

on-screen display, press AUDIO.

– This recorder does not perform internal (2 channel)

decoding of a DTS sound track. To enjoy DTS
multi channel surround, you must connect this
recorder to a DTS compatible receiver via one of
this recorder’s digital audio outputs.

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Accessory Audio/Video (A/V)

TV

VCR RECORDER

Line input 1

Line input 2

Connections

Connecting a PAY-TV/Canal Plus Decoder

You can watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus
programmes if you connect a decoder (not supplied)
to the recorder. Disconnect the recorder’s mains lead
from the mains when connecting the decoder.

To watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes,
set [AV2 Connection] option to [Decoder] (see page

20) and set the program’s [Decoder On/Off] option to
[On] on the Setup menu (page 19).

Tip:

You do not need to turn on the recorder to view the
signals from the connected tuner on your TV.

Note:

If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will
not be able to view the signals from the connected
decoder.

TV

PAY-TV/Canal Plus
Decorder

SCART AV

TV

VCR, Cable Box, or

Satellite Tuner, etc.

Rear of the recorder

Tip:

You do not need to turn on the recorder to view the
signals from the connected tuner on your TV.

Notes:

 Pictures containing copy protection signals that

prohibit any copying cannot be recorded.

 If you pass the recorder signals via the VCR, you

may not receive a clear image on your TV screen.
Be sure to connect your VCR to the recorder and
your TV in the order shown below.To watch video
tapes, watch the tapes through a second line input
on your TV.

Connecting to the AV2 DECODER jack

Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the AV2
DECODER jack of this recorder.

To watch or record the source from AV2 DECODER
jack, set [AV2 Connection] option to [Others] (see
page 20) and set [AV2 Recording] option to [Auto],
[CVBS] or [RGB] as required (see page 23).

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Rear of the recorder

 When you record to a VCR from this recorder, do

not switch the input source to TV by pressing the
TV/DVD button on the remote.

 If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will

not be able to view the signals from the connected
VCR or tuner.

Connecting to the AV IN 3 Jacks

Connect the input jacks (AV IN 3) on the recorder to
the audio/video out jacks on your accessory
component, using audio/video cables.

Jack panel of Accessory Component
(VCR, Camcorder, etc.)

AUDIO
OUTPUT

R

L

VIDEO

OUTPUT

Front of

the recorder

Auto Setup

After the POWER is pressed for the first time to turn
on the unit or resetting the unit, the Initial Setup
Wizard function sets the language, clock and tuner
channels automatically.

Note: The automatic date and time synchronization
will work only if the automatic channel search has
found at least one channel broadcasting date and time
information.

1. Select a language for the Setup menu and on­screen display. Use v / V to select a language

then press ENTER.

2. Please check your antenna connections.
Press ENTER to move next step.

Settings

Hookup and

Connecting a Digital Camcorder

Using the front panel DV IN jack, it is possible to
connect a DV digital camcorder and digitally transfer
DV tapes to DVD.

Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV
in/out jack of your DV camcorder to the front panel DV
IN jack of this recorder.

Note:

 This jack is for connection to DV digital camcorder

only. It is not compatible with digital satellite tuners
or D-VHS video decks.

 Disconnecting the DV cable while recording a

contents of the connected digital camcorder may
result in malfunction.

DV Digital Camcorder

DV

IN/OUT

3. Use v / V to select the Clock Set option then
press ENTER.



[

Auto]: When Channel auto search is completed
the actual Time and Date are also set
automatically. (See “Auto Clock Set” on page 20.)



[

Manual]:

Enter the necessary information for

date and time.
b / B (left/right): Moves the cursor to the

previous or next column.
v / V (up/down): Changes the setting at the

current cursor position.
Press ENTER to confirm your setting.

4. Press ENTER while [Start] option is selected.
The tuner will automatically cycle through all
available channels in the area and place them in
the tuner’s memory.

5. Press ENTER to finish the setup.

Front of the recorder

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Using the Home Menu

From the Home Menu screen you can access all the
Media for playback and recording of the recorder.

1. Press HOME to display the Home Menu screen.

2. Use the b / B buttons to select a main option you
want. Sub options appears.

3. Use the v / V and ENTER buttons to select the
sub option you want.

4. To exit the HOME menu, press HOME.

TV



TV HDD: Returns to live TV viewing in HDD mode.
Pressing the HDD button on the remote control will
also allow you to directly choose this option.



TV DVD: Returns to live TV viewing in DVD mode.
Pressing the DVD button on the remote control will
also allow you to directly choose this option.

MOVIE



HDD: Displays the Title List menu for HDD. (page 45)



HDD DivX: Displays the [Movie List] menu for HDD.
(page 30)



DISC:

-

Displays Title List menu for recordable disc. (page

-

Displays [Movie List] menu for DivX disc. (page 30)

45

- Plays Video CD or DVD-Video disc (page 26-29).



USB: Displays [Movie List] menu for the USB
Memory Stick.

(page 30)

PHOTO (See page 33)



HDD: Displays [Photo List] menu for HDD.



DISC: Displays [Photo List] menu for disc.



USB: Displays [Photo List] menu for the USB
Memory Stick.

MUSIC (See page 31)

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HDD: Displays [Music List] menu for HDD.

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DISC: Displays [Music List] (or Audio CD) menu for
disc.

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USB: Displays [Music List] menu for the USB
Memory Stick.

Easy Menu (See page 18)

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SETUP: Displays Setup menu.

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Timer Record: Displays Timer Record menu.

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VIDEO Plus+: To display the program menu for
VIDEO Plus+ System programming.

Initial Settings

In this menu system, there are several ways to
customize the settings provided. Most menus consist
of three levels. Depending on the number of options,
however, sometimes there are more levels available.

General Operation

1. Select the SETUP option in the HOME menu.
The setup menu appears.

2. Use v / V to select the desired option.

3. While the desired item is selected, press B to
move to the second level.

4. Use v / V to select the second desired option.

5. Press B to move to the third level.

6. Use v / V to select the desired setting then press
ENTER to confirm your selection.
Some items require additional steps.

7. Press RETURN to exit the Setup menu.

Note:

Press b to go back to the previous level.

General Settings

Auto Programming

This recorder is equipped with a frequency
synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 88 TV
channels.

Preparation:

 Connect the recorder to the desired type of

antenna, as shown in Connecting to the Antenna on

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page 12.

1. Select the [Auto Programming] option.

2. Press B to move to the third level.
[Start] icon is highlighted.

3. Press ENTER to begin the channel search.
The tuner will automatically cycle through all
available channels in the area and place them in
the tuner’s memory.

Note:

If you skip the Auto Setup menu and access the Setup
menu for the first time, you can only set the [Auto
Programming] option.You can set the other options
after finishing [Auto Programming].

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General Settings (Continued)

Program Edit

You can edit a channel manually (add, delete, name,
move, etc.).

1. Select [Program Edit] option then press B.

2. Press ENTER while [Edit] is selected.
The Program List menu appears.

3. Use v / V to select a PR number then press
ENTER.

4. Use v / V to select the program option then press
ENTER.

 [Program Edit] Sets the channel manually. See

“Program Edit” on the right.

 [Station Rename] Changes the station name.

The display for entering characters appears.
To enter characters, see page 49.
Names can be up to 5 characters long.

 [Move] Sorts the programme positions on the

Program List. Press v / V to move the selected
programme position to a new location.

 [Delete] Disables a programme position you do

not need.

 [Decoder On/Off] Sets the channels for the

decoder.You need this setting to watch or record
PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes.
Press ENTER so [Canal+] appears on the
display. Press ENTER again to turn off the
setting.

 [NICAM Auto/off] Sets the channels for the

NICAM broadcast. Normally, [NICAM] is lit on
the display. If the sound from NICAM broadcast
is not clear, press ENTER so [NICAM]
disappears.

5. Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit Program
List menu.

Program Edit

You can perform a search to select and store TV
channels manually.
When you select [Program Edit] in step 4 above, the
display for setting channels appears.

1. Use b / B to select the item and press v / V to
change the setting.

 [PR] indicates the selected programme position.
 [Seek] Searches for a channel automatically.

Searching stops when the recorder tunes in a
channel.

 [Ch.] Changes the channel number.
 [MFT] Fine tunes the channel to obtain a clearer

picture.

2. Choose OK then press ENTER to confirm the
setting and returns to the Program List menu.

AV1 Decoder

Sets the AV1 scart jack for inputting encoded video
signals.

1. Press AV/INPUT while the Program List menu

appears.

2. Press ENTER so [Canal+] appears on the display.

Press ENTER again to turn off the setting.

 Off: Inputs the signals from the AV1 scart jack.

Normally select this.

 On: The encoded video signal input from the

AV1 scart jack is output to the AV2 DECODER
jack for decoding.
The decoded signal is then input back through
the AV2 DECODER jack so you can record or
view PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes.

Settings

Hookup and

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