TOSHIBA D-R255-SG User Manual

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DVD RECORDER

D-R255-SG

OWNER’S MANUAL

Read this booklet first.

2005 Toshiba Corporation

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Warning

Getting Started

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

This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

WARNING : To prevent damage which may result in

fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION : DVD RECORDER USES AN INVISIBLE

LASER BEAM WHICH CAN CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE RECORDER CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.

CAUTION

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

This product satisfies CE regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances, such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.

the plug. Replacement covers are available from your dealer.

If the fitted plug is not suitable for the power points in your house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power point, you should obtain a suitable safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer for assistance.

However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug. Do not connect the plug to a mains socket, as there is a risk of shock hazard from the bared flexible cord.

• It is permissible to record television programs, film, video tapes and other material only in the event that third party copyrights and other rights are not violated.

• It is prohibited by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, and rent copyrighted material without permission.

• Some DVD video discs are copy protected, and any recordings made from these discs will be distorted.

• Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by fires,

natural disaster (such as thunder, earthquake, etc...) acts by third parties, accidents, owner's intentional or unintentional misuse, or uses in other improper conditions.

• Toshiba is not liable for incidental damages (such as profit

loss or interruption in business, modification or erasure of recorded data, etc.) caused by use or inability to use of this product.

• Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by neglect of

the instructions described in the owner's manual.

• Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by misuse

malfunction through simultaneous use of this product and the connected equipment or software that Toshiba is not concerned with.

• Toshiba does not compensate for contents which were not

recorded/edited because of some malfunctions of this product or discs during operation, and is not liable for incidental damages (such as profit loss or interruption in business, etc.) produced by such conditions.

The product unit accompanying this user manual is licensed under certain intellectual property rights of certain third parties. This license is limited to private noncommercial use by end-user consumers for licensed contents. No rights are granted for commercial use. The license does not cover any product unit other than this product unit and the license does not extend to any unlicensed product unit or process conforming to ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3 used or sold in combination with this product unit. The license only covers the use of this product unit to encode and/or decode audio files conforming to the ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3. No rights are granted under this license for product features or functions that do not conform to the ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug. If it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.

Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of

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Precaution

Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION : PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL

WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use and servicing. This unit is fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user. DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONENEL ONLY.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings, Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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

10) Protect the power cord from being walked

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

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified

by the manufacturer.

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

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

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

15) When you use headphones, keep the volume at a moderate level. If you use the headphones continuously with high volume sound, it may cause hearing damage.

16) Do not overload wall outlets : extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17) Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

18) Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injury.

19) Do not place a heavy object on or step on the apparatus. The object may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the apparatus.

20) Do not place the apparatus on amplifiers or equipment that may produce heat.

21) Do not cover the ventilating holes for the inside cooling fan.

22) Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and apparatus malfunction.

23) If the apparatus should smoke or smell, immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. Wait until the smoke or smell stops, then ask your dealer for a check and repair. Neglecting to do so may cause fire.

24) While it is thundering, do not touch the connecting cables or the apparatus.

25) The apparatus includes lead, an ingredient of solder human and the environment. When disposing of this apparatus, follow the rules and regulations in your area.

Getting Started

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Handling Cautions

• Before connecting other components to this recorder, be sure to turn them all off.

• Do not move the recorder while a disc is being played, or the disc may be scratched or

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broken, and the recorder’s internal parts may be damaged.

• Do not put a flower vase filled with water or any small metal objects on the recorder.

• Be careful not to put your hand into the disc tray.

• Do not place anything other than the disc in the disc tray.

• Exterior interference such as lightning and static electricity can affect normal operation of this recorder. If this occurs, turn the recorder off and on again with the ON/STANDBY button, or disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord to the AC power outlet. The recorder will operate normally.

• Be sure to remove the disc and turn off the recorder after use.

• Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet when you don’t intend to use the recorder for long periods of time.

• Clean the disc by wiping in a straight line from the inside to the outside of the disc.

Maintenance of Cabinet

DVD-RAM/-RW/-R

• Clean with an optional DVDRAM/PD disc cleaner. Do not use cleaners or cloths for CDs to clean DVD-RAM/-RW/-R discs.

DVD-Video, CD

• Wipe off dirt or contamination on the disc with a soft cloth.

Cautions on handling discs

• Do not write on the printed side with a ballpoint pen or pencil.

• Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic. Also, do not use volatile chemicals, such as benzene or thinner.

• Do not apply labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs fixed with exposed tape adhesive or leftover peeled-off stickers.)

• Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

• Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market.

• Do not load warped or cracked discs.

For safety reasons, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet.

• Do not use benzene, thinner, or other solvents for cleaning.

• Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth.

Disc Handling

• Use discs with regular shapes. If an irregular disc (a disc with a special shape) is used, this DVD RECORDER may be damaged.

Holding discs

• Avoid touching the surface of a disc where recording is performed.

Disc Storage

Be careful not to harm the disc because the data on these discs is highly vulnerable to the environment.

• Do not keep under direct sunlight.

• Keep in a cool ventilated area.

• Store vertically.

• Keep in a clean protection jacket.

• If you move your DVD RECORDER suddenly from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may generate on the operating parts and lens and cause abnormal disc playback. If this occurs, remove the disc and wait for one to two hours with the power on before attempting playback.

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Exemptions

• Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by fires, natural disaster (such as thunder, earthquake, etc.), acts by third parties, accidents, owner's intentional or unintentional misuse, or uses in other improper conditions.

• Toshiba is not liable for incidental damages (such as profit loss or interruption in business, modification or erasure of recorded data, etc.) caused by use or inability to use of this product.

• Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by neglect of the instructions described in the owner's manual.

• Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by misuse or malfunction through simultaneous use of this product and the connected equipment or software that Toshiba is not concerned with.

• Toshiba does not compensate for contents which were not recorded/edited because of some malfunctions of this product or discs during operation, and is not liable for incidental damages (such as profit loss or interruption in business, etc.) produced by such conditions.

Notes on recording and editing

• When you record/edit important content, make trial operations beforehand to confirm the recorder can function properly. Toshiba does not compensate for content which was not recorded/edited because of some malfunction of this product or discs during operation, and is not liable for incidental damages (such as profit loss or interruption of business, etc.) produced in such conditions.

• When the power cord is disconnected or when a power failure occurs during any operation of this product, all contents recorded in this recorder may be erased.

• If a program you have set a timer recording includes copy restriction signals, it may not be recorded. When programming a recording, confirm that a program you want to record is not copy-restricted.

Power Outage

Getting Started

• After a power outage the clock display will flash. Set the clock to the correct time.

Notes on copyright

• It is prohibited law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, and rent copyrighted material without permission.

• Some DVD video discs are copy protected,and any recordings made from these discs will be distorted.

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

• This unit incorporates CPRM (Content Protection for Recording Media) technology for copyright protection. Recording and copying on this recorder depend on the contents as described next page.

Disc Specifications

DVD-Video

• A digital versatile disc (DVD) can contain up to 135-minutes of images, 8 audio languages and 32 subtitle languages. It is equipped with MPEG-2 picture compression and Dolby 3D surround, allowing you to enjoy vivid and clear theater quality images in the comfort of your own home.

• When switching from the first layer to the second layer of a double-layered DVD Video disc, there may be momentary distortion in the image and sound. This is not a malfunction of the unit.

• Once a DVD-RW/-R recorded in V mode is finalised, it becomes DVD-Video.

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Audio CD

• An audio disc on which 44.1kHz PCM Audio is recorded.

• Plays CD-DA format audio CD-R and CDRW discs. This unit may not be able to play

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some CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the condition of the recording.

CD-R/-RW

MP3 CD-R/-RW

• Only CD-R discs with MP3 files recorded with ISO9660 or JOLIET format can be played back

• Only MP3 files with the "mp3", and "MP3" extension can be used.

• For MP3 files recorded with a VBR(Variable Bit Rates), from 32 Kbps to 320 Kbps, the sound may cut in out.

• Playable bitrate range is from 56Kbps to 320Kbps.

• The unit can handle a maximum of 1000 files and folders.

JPEG CD-R/-RW

• Only JPEG files with the ".jpg", ".JPG" extension can be used.

• The unit can handle a maximum of 1000 files and folders.

• Maximum size of progressive JPEG is 3M pixels.

• MOTION JPEG is not supported.

Using CD-R/-RW

• Use a 700MB(80 minutes) CD-R/-RW disc. If possible, do not use a 800MB(90 minutes) or above disc, as the disc may not play back.

• If the CD-R/-RW disc was not recorded as a closed session, you may experience a delay in the early play-back time, and all recorded files may not play.

• Some CD-R/-RW discs may not be playable with this unit, depending on the device which was used to burn them. For contents recorded on CD-R/-RW media from CDs for your personal use, playability may vary depending on contents and discs.

DVD-R Disc Playback and Recording

• Once a DVD-R recorded in V mode is finalised, it becomes DVD-Video.

• You can record onto the available space on the disc and perform editing functions such as giving titles to discs and programs and erasing programs before finalising.

• When programming is erased from a DVDR, that space does not become available. Once an area on a DVD-R is recorded on, that area is no longer available for recording, whether the recording is erased or not.

• It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording management information after recording finishes.

• This product optimizes the DVD-R for each recording. Optimizing is carried out when you start recording after inserting the disc or turn on the unit. Recording onto the disc may become impossible if optimizing is carried out too many times.

• Playback may be impossible in some cases due to the condition of recording.

• This unit can play back DVD-R discs recorded and finalised with a Toshiba DVD recorder. It may not be able to play some DVD-R discs depending on the disc and the condition of the recording.

DVD-RW Disc Playback and Recording

• Recording and playback can be performed on DVD-RW discs in both Video and VR Modes.

• Once a DVD-RW recorded in VR Mode is finalised, you cannot perform additional recording.

• Once a DVD-RW recorded in V mode is finalised, it becomes DVD-Video.

• In both modes, playback can be performed before and after finalization, but additional recording, deleting and editing can not be performed after finalization.

• If you want to record the disc in VR Mode and then record in V Mode, be sure to execute Format. Be careful when executing Format because all the recorded data may be lost.

• A DVD-RW blank disc is initialized to VR Mode when first initialized.

• DVD-RW (VR mode)

- This is a format that is used for recording data on a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc. You can repeat recording, editing, deleting, partial deletion, creation of playlist, and etc.

- A disc that is recorded in this mode may not be played by existing DVD players.

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• DVD-RW (V mode)

- This is a format that is used for recording

data on a DVD-RW or DVD-R disc. The disc can be played by an existing DVD player once it has been finalised.

- If a disc that has been recorded in V mode

by a different manufacturer's recorder but has not been finalised it cannot be played or additionally be recorded by this recorder.

DVD-RAM Disc Playback and Recording

• For cartridge type DVD-RAM discs, remove the cartridge and use the disc only.

• Ensure that the recording mode is set to VR mode. Otherwise, this product will not be able to play the recording.

• You cannot play a DVD-RAM in most DVD players due to compatibility issues.

• Only DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0 discs can be played in this unit.

• DVD-RAM recorded on this unit may not work with other DVD Players. To determine compatibility with these DVD-RAM discs, refer to the user’s manual for the player.

Protection

• Program-protected: See page 72 “Locking (Protecting) a Title”

• Disc-protected: See page 84 “Disc Protection”

❋ DVD-RAM/-RW/-R discs that are

incompatible with the DVD-VIDEO format can not be played with this product.

❋ For more information on recording a

DVD, consult your DVD-RAM/-RW/-R manufacturer.

❋ If poor quality DVD-RAM/-RW/-R discs

are used, your recordings may fail.

DVD-RAM Disc Playback and Recording

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• LD, CD-G, CD-I, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD+R and DVD+RW discs should not be used in this product.

[Note] Disc types that can be played : CD/CD-R/RW/MP3/ JPEG/DVD-V/DVD-RAM/-RW/-R. However, if your DVD-RW disc was recorded with another device, it can be played only if it was recorded and finalised in V mode.

• Some commercial discs and DVD discs purchased outside your region may not be playable with this product. When these discs are played, either “No disc.” or “Please check the regional code.” will be displayed.

• If your DVD-RW disc is an illegal copy or is not in DVD video format, it may also not be playable.

COPY PROTECTION

• Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your DVD RECORDER directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected DVD discs.

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

• It is permissible to record television programs, film, video tapes and other material only in the event that third party copyrights and other rights are not violated.

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Contents

Case 2 : Connecting to an S-Video output jack.............21

Case 3 :

Connecting to Component Video output jacks

...22

Other type of connecting the Audio output cable ..22

Case 1 : Connecting to your TV......................................22

Getting Started

Warning........................................................................2

Precaution ...................................................................3

Important Safety Instructions .............................................3

Handling Cautions..............................................................4

Maintenance of Cabinet.....................................................4

Disc Handling .....................................................................4

Disc Storage .......................................................................4

Disc Specifications .............................................................5

General Features......................................................10

Before reading the user’s manual ........................11

How to use the DVD Recorder...............................11

Unpacking .................................................................13

Accessories ......................................................................13

Preparing the Remote Control ........................................13

Setting the Remote Control.............................................13

Description................................................................15

Front Panel .......................................................................15

Front Panel Display..........................................................15

Rear Panel........................................................................16

Tour of the Remote Control .............................................17

Case 2 : Connecting to a stereo amplifier with AV

output jacks .....................................................23

Case 3: Connecting to an AV amplifier with a digital

output jack ........................................................23

Connecting to AV3 IN, DV input jack....................24

Case 1 : Connecting a VCR, Set-Top Box(STB), DVD

player or Camcorder to the AV3 IN jacks .......24

Case 2 : Connecting a Camcorder to the DV IN jack ...24

System Setup

On-Screen Menu Navigation..................................25

Plug & Auto Setup ...................................................26

Setting the Clock......................................................27

Presetting Channels with the Auto Setup

function......................................................................28

Presetting Channels with the Manual Setup

function......................................................................29

Setting up the Language Options.........................30

EP Mode Time Setting.............................................31

Automatic Chapter Creation ..................................32

Setting up the Front Display Options...................33

Setting up NICAM Options .....................................34

DivX(R) Registration................................................34

Setting up the Audio Options ................................35

Connecting & Setting Up

Quick Overview ........................................................18

Connecting the DVD-Recorder..............................19

Additional connections...........................................19

Antenna + DVD Recorder +

external decoder box + TV ....................................20

Other type of connecting

the Video output cable............................................20

Case 1 : Connecting to a Video (Composite)

output jack ........................................................21

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Audio Options...................................................................35

Setting up Video Output Options..........................36

Setting up the Progressive scan...........................37

Canceling the Progressive scan ...........................37

Setting up the Display(Video) Options.................38

Display(Video) Options ....................................................38

Setting up the Parental Control.............................39

If you forgot your password .............................................39

About the Rating Level ....................................................40

About the Change Password ..........................................40

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Recording

Before Recording.....................................................41

Recordable discs..............................................................41

Recording Formats ..........................................................42

Recording Mode...............................................................42

Unrecordable video..........................................................42

About DISPLAY Key ........................................................43

Checking the available disc space (Disc Information)...43

Recording the current TV programme you are

watching ....................................................................43

Recording from external equipment you are

watching ....................................................................45

Copying from a Camcorder ...................................46

Making a One Touch Recording (OTR) ................47

Making a Timer Recording .....................................48

Flexible Recording (for Timer recording only) ...49

Editing the Scheduled Record List.......................49

Deleting the Scheduled Record List.....................50

Recording the Standard Timer List ......................51

Playing an Audio CD/MP3 .....................................62

Playing an Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3 ...............................62

Playing a Picture ......................................................66

Playing DivX®MPEG4 files.....................................67

Playing the Title List................................................68

Editing

Basic Editing (Title List) ...................................................

Renaming(Labeling) a Title..............................................71

Locking(Protecting) a Title ...............................................72

Deleting a Title..................................................................72

Deleting a Section of a Title.............................................73

Advanced Editing (Playlist) .............................................

Creating a Playlist ............................................................75

Playing Entries in the Playlist ..........................................76

Renaming a Playlist Entry ...............................................77

Editing a Scene for the Playlist .......................................78

Copying a Playlist Entry to the Playlist ...........................81

Deleting a Playlist Entry from the Playlist.......................82

Disc Manager

..............................................................83

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Playback

Before Playing ..........................................................52

Region code (DVD-Video only) .......................................52

Disc types that can be played .........................................52

Discs that cannot be played ............................................52

Playing a Disc...........................................................53

Using the Disc Menu & Top Menu ..................................54

Using the Search Functions ............................................54

Slow Motion Play..............................................................55

Step Motion Play ..............................................................55

About QUICK....................................................................55

Using the Repeat Function..............................................56

Selecting the Subtitle .......................................................58

Selecting the Audio language..........................................59

Changing the Camera Angle...........................................59

Editing the Disc Name .....................................................83

Disc Protection .................................................................84

Formatting a Disc .............................................................84

Delete All Title Lists ..........................................................85

Finalising a disc ................................................................86

Unfinalising a disc (V/VR mode) .....................................87

Additional Information

Troubleshooting.......................................................88

Specifications ...........................................................92

Zooming-In........................................................................60

Using Bookmarks.............................................................60

Using Markers ..................................................................61

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General Features

High quality progressive scan

Progressive scanning provides high resolution and flicker free video. The 10-bit 54-MHz DAC and 2D Y/C Separating Circuitry provides the highest image playback and recording quality. (See page 22, 37)

Getting Started

The DVD Recorder allows you to record and play high quality digital video on DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R discs. You can record and edit digital images on DVDRAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R discs as if they were VCR tapes.

High quality digital audio and video recording and playback

Record up to 16-hours of video with a double sided 9.4 GB DVD-RAM disc, up to 8-hours of images with a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R disc, depending on the recording mode.

Selectable Recording Mode

You can set your recorder to one of four different recording speeds, each varying in recording quality and length. EP (6Hr or 8Hr) mode yields the most recording time, LP & SP modes provide less recording time with higher quality recording, XP mode gives you the highest quality recording.

A variety of functions with an easy-to-use user interface

The integrated menu system and the messaging function allow you to perform desired operations both easily and conveniently. With a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc, you can edit recorded video, create a playlist, edit video in a specific sequence according to your requirements.

MPEG4 playback

This DVD Recorder can play MPEG4 formats within an avi file.

DivX Certification

DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and used under license.

Automated Quality Adjustment for Timer Recording

If FR mode is selected, the video quality is adjusted automatically so that all video for the scheduled time can be recorded onto the free disc space. (See page 49.)

Creating a DVD video title using DVD-RW/DVD-R disc

With the DVD Recorder, you can create your own DVD Video titles on 4.7 GB DVD-RW/DVD-R discs.

Copying data from a digital camcorder using a DV input jack

Record DV Device video onto DVD-RAM or DVD-RW, DVD-R discs using the DV input jack (IEEE 13944pin/4pin). (See page 46.)

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Before reading the user’s manual

Make sure to check the following terms before reading the user’s manual.

Icons that will be used in manual

Icon Term Definition

This involves a function available

DVD

RAM

JPEG in a data picture CD (CD-R or

MP3

MPEG4

Caution function does not operate or

NOTE on the page that help each

One-Touch

button by using only one button.

QUICK A function that can be operated

button by using QUICK button.

in DVD or DVD-R/DVD-RW discs that have been recorded and finalised in Video Mode.

This involves a function available in DVD-RAM.

This involves a function available in DVD-RW.

This involves a function available

in DVD-R.

This involves a function available in a data CD (CD-R or CD-RW).

This involves a function available

CD-RW).

This involves a function available in a data CD (CD-R or CD-RW on which MP3 is recorded).

This involves a function available in a data CD-R/RW,DVD-R, RW,RAM.

This involves a case where a

settings may be cancelled.

This involves tips or instructions

function operate.

A function that can be operated

How to use the DVD Recorder

Step 1

This unit can record on the following types of discs. If you want to repeatedly record on the same disc or you want to edit the disc after recording, select a rewritable DVD-RW or DVD-RAM type disc. If you want to save recording without any change, choose a non-rewritable DVD-R.

Step 2

Unlike a VCR, the recorder automatically starts formatting when an unused disc is inserted. This is required for the preparation of recording on a disc.

Using a DVD-RAM

This type of disc can be formatted in DVD-Video Recording format (VR mode). You can edit recorded image and create a playlist and edit images in a specific sequence according to your requirements.

Using a DVD-RW

This type of disc can be formatted in either DVD-Video format (Video mode) or DVD-Video Recording format (VR mode). For an unused disc, a message that asks whether to format in VR Mode or not is displayed. You can play a Video mode disc on various DVD components. A VR mode disc allows more varied editing.

Select the disc type

Format the disc to start recording

Getting Started

About the use of this user’s manual

1) Be sure to be familiar with Safety Instructions before using this product. (See pages 2~7)

2) If a problem occurs, check for Troubleshooting. (See pages 88~91)

Using a DVD-R

This type of disc can be formatted in DVD Video format. After formatting is complete, you can record on the disc. You can play this type of discs on various DVD components only when they have been finalised.

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You can only use either the VR or

NOTE

Video mode on a DVD-RW, but not both at the same time.

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You can change the DVD-RW format to another format by reinitializing. It should be noted that the disc's data will be lost when changing formats.

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Step 3

There are two different recording methods, Direct Recording and Timer Recording. Timer recording is classified as a Date : Once(dd/mm(MON)), Every Day, MON-SAT, MON-FRI, Every SAT, etc.

Getting Started

Recording mode : XP (high quality mode), SP (standard quality mode), LP (long recording mode), and EP (extended mode) according to the recording mode. When recording is set in the FR mode, the best quality picture is recorded with regards to the remaining time on the disc.

Step 4

You can select the title you want to play in a displayed menu and then immediately start playback. A DVD consists of sections called titles, and sub sections called chapters. During recording, a title is created between two points where you start and stop recording. Chapters will be created automatically when you finalise recording on DVD-R / DVD-RW discs in Video mode. The chapter’s length (interval between chapters) varies according to the recording mode.

Recording

Playing

Step 6

To play your DVD on other DVD components, finalising may be necessary. First, finish all editing and recording operations, then finalise the disc.

When using a DVD-RW disc in VR Mode

Although finalising is generally unnecessary when playing the disc on a VR Mode compatible component, a finalised disc should be used for playback.

When using a DVD-RW disc in Video Mode

The disc should be finalised first to enable playback on anything other than this recorder. No more editing or recording can be made on the disc once it has been finalised.

When using a DVD-R disc

You should finalise the disc to play it on a component other than this recorder. You cannot edit or record on the disc once it has been finalised.

Finalising & Playing on other DVD components

Step 5

Editing on discs is easier than conventional video tapes. The recorder supports many different edit functions, possible only with DVDs.

With a simple and easy edit menu, you can operate various edit functions, such as delete, copy, rename, lock, etc., on a recorded title.

Creating a playlist (DVD-RAM/-RW in VR mode)

With this recorder, you can create a new playlist on the same disc and edit it without the change of the original recording.

Editing a recorded disc

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Unpacking

Accessories

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Video/Audio Cable

Remote Control

RF Cable for TV

Batteries for Remote

Control (AA Size)

Getting Started

Setting the Remote Control

Your DVD Recorder remote control will work with Toshiba televisions and compatible brands.

Instruction Manual

Quick Guide

Preparing the Remote Control

Install Batteries in the Remote Control

● Open the battery cover on the back of the remote

control.

● Insert two AA batteries. Make sure that the polarities

(+ and -) are aligned correctly.

● Replace the battery cover.

If the remote does not operate properly:

● Check the polarity + - of the batteries (Dry-Cell)

● Check if the batteries are drained.

● Check if remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.

● Check if there is any fluorescent lighting nearby.

Dispose of batteries according to local environmental regulations. Do not put them in the household trash.

To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below.

1. Switch your television on.

2. Point the remote control towards the television.

3. Press and hold the TV button and enter the 4-digit code simultaneously corresponding to the brand of your television.

4. If your television is compatible with the remote control, it will switch off. It is now programmed to operate with the remote control.

30º 30º

Within approx. 7m(23 feet)

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Controllable TV Codes

Brand name Brand code

TOSHIBA 0001 0071 0211 0571 AIWA 0921

Getting Started

AKAI 0201 0241 0311 0431 0501 0521 0641 BAIRD 0171 0241 BANG & OLUFSEN 0471 BEKO 0181 BLAUPUNKT 0071 0321 0331 BRIONVEGA 0461 0471 0651 BUSH CROWN 0111 0131 0411 0491 0501 0661 DANSAI 0501 DEAWOO 0401 0411 0501 DECCA 0091 0141 0171 0441 0451 0501 FERGUSON 0031 0071 0131 0191 0291 0311 0381

FINLUX 0021 0041 0071 0081 0091 0111 0271

FISHER 0041 0121 0181 0201 0281 0471 0571

FUNAI 0001 0191 0481 0491 0891 GEC 0171 0221 GOLDSTAR 0201 0251 0281 0411 0501 GOODMANS 0171 0281 0501 0571 GRANADA 0171 0241 0271 0501 0571 0651 0671 GRUNDIG 0011 0071 0271 0321 0331 HINARI 0241 0411 0571 0631 HITACHI 0021 0221 0251 0351 0371 0381 0431

INNO HIT 0171 0281 0411 0501 0631 0661 ITT 0231 0241 0261 0271 0401 0611 ITT-NOKIA 0231 0241 0261 0271 0401 0611 JVC 0311 0431 0521 0571 LOEWE OPTA 0471 0501 0571 0651 LUXOR 0241 0261 0271 0281 0351 MAGNAVOX 0501 0071 0191 0221 0461 0471 0591

MARANTZ 0201 0501 MATSUI 0001 0171 0191 0231 0411 0441 0451

METZ 0041 0331 0361 0461 0471 0651 MITSUBISHI 0201 0321 0331 0451 0501 0511 0571

NATIONAL 0371 0501 0511 0531 0761 0841 0911

NOKIA 0231 0241 0261 0271 0401 0611 NORDMENDE 0281 0351 0381 0421 0431 0461 0521

OCEANIC 0481 ORION 0001 0191 0231 0361 0411 0441 0451

PANASONIC 0371 0501 0511 0531 0761 0841 0911

PHILCO

PHILIPS 0071 0191 0221 0461 0471 0501 0591

PIONEER 0381 0431 0501 0831 1051 PROSCAN-THOMSON 0971 1041 0201 0501 RCA 0971 1071 1081 1091 0201 1041 0501 REALISTIC 0631 1001 1011 1021 1031 0851 0201

0071 0501 0551 0571

0541 0601

0281 0291 0301 0341 0471

0651

0571 0641 0751

0611 0651

0501 0551 0571

0651 0771

1061

0541 0641 0671

0501 0551 0611

1061 0071 0111 0181 0201 0271 0301 0461 0501 0651

0611 0651

0501 0481 0321 0331 0501 0651 0771

SABA 0281 0351 0381 0421 0431 0471 0541

SAISHO SALORA 0231 0241 0351 SAMSUNG 0171 0181 0251 0281 0411 0491 0501

SANYO 0021 0041 0081 0121 0171 0181 0201

SCHNEIDER 0011 0051 0061 0281 0461 0501 0581

SEG 0091 0121 0151 SELECO 0031 0051 0061 0351 0501 0561 SHARP 0851 0511 0571 0201 0501 SIEMENS 0071 0321 0331 0571 0631 SINGER 0091 0471 0651 SINUDYNE 0001 0091 0101 0131 0191 0231 0361

SONY 0441 0451 0571 0681 TANDBERG 0041 0301 0351 0431 0461 0571 0651 TATUNG 0091 0141 0171 0441 0451 0501 TECHNICS 0371 0501 0511 0531 0761 0841 0911

TELEFUNKEN 0071 0281 0381 0421 0431 0521 0601

TENSAI 0041 THOMSON 0281 0351 0371 0381 0391 0421 0461

THORN 0041 0071 0281 0291 0341 0421 0491

UNIVERSUM 0021 0491 YAMAHA 0201 0501 0321 0331 0451 0511 0571

ZANUSSI 0031 0051 0061 0351 0501 0561 ZENITH 0931

NOTE

0641 0651 0661 0671 0231 0411 0441 0451 0551

0631 0661 0791 1101 1111

0231 0241 0451 0571 0651 0671 0701 0711 0721

0591

0471 0501 0551 0581 0651

1061

0621 0671

0521 0541 0641 0971 1041

0601 0671

0651 0771

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If several codes are indicated for your television brand, try each one in turn until you find one that works.

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If you replace the remote control's batteries, you must set the brand code again.

Then you can control the television using the following buttons after the TV button.

Button Function

ON/STANDBY Used to switch the television on and off.

INPUT SEL. Used to select an external source.

TV VOL (+ or -) Used to adjust the volume of the television.

PROG ( or ) Used to select the desired channel.

0~9 Used to input number directly.

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The various functions will not necessarily

NOTE

work on all televisions. If you encounter problems, operate the television with its

own remote control.

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Description

Front Panel

1. ON/STANDBY

Turns the recorder on and off.

2. AV3 INPUT

Connect external equipment.

3. DV-INPUT

Connect external digital equipment with a DV jack. (such as a camcorder)

4. DISC TRAY

Opens to accept a disc.

5. OPEN/CLOSE

Opens and closes the disc tray.

6. STOP

Stops disc playback.

7. PLAY/PAUSE

Plays a disc or pauses playback or recording.

Getting Started

8. P.SCAN

Selects the progressive scan mode.

9. REC

Starts recording.

10. SKIP/SEARCH

- Press briefly to go to the next title/chapter/track

or goes back to the previous title/chapter/track.

- Press and hold to search forward or backward.

11. DISPLAY

Displays the playing status, title/ chapter/ time, etc.

12. PROGRAM ( )

Select TV preset Channels. Same as PROG button on the remote control.

Front Panel Display

1. Lights when a disc is loaded.

2. Lights in the record mode.

3. Lights to indicate the timer record mode.

4. Lights when a -R/RW/RAM disc is loaded.

5. Playing time/clock/current status indicator.

6. Lights in the progressive scan mode.

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Rear Panel

Getting Started

Fan

The fan always revolves when the power is on. Ensure a minimum of 10cm clear space on all sides of the fan when installing the product.

1. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(OPTICAL)

Connects to an amplifier having a digital optical audio input jack.

2. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(COAXIAL)

Connects to an amplifier having a digital coaxial audio input jack.

3. AUDIO OUT

Connects to the audio input of external equipment using audio cables.

4. VIDEO OUT

Connects the input of external equipment using a Video cable.

5. S-VIDEO OUT

Connects the input of external equipment using an S-Video cable.

6. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Connects to equipment having Component video

inputs.

7. AV1(TV) OUTPUT SCART Connector

8. AV2(EXT) INPUT SCART Connector

9. In from aerial connector

10. Out to TV connector

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The Antenna connection does not pass

NOTE

output signal of DVD. To watch a DVD on your TV, you must connect audio/video cables.

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Tour of the Remote Control

1. ON/STANDBY Button

2. Number Buttons

3. DISPLAY Button

This will display current settings or disc status.

4. QUICK Button

Use this to view the status of the disc that is being played.

5. TITLE LIST/DISC MENU Button

Use this to enter the View Recording list/Disc menu.

6. MARKER/TIMER Button

Use this to bookmark a position while playing a disc. Press to directly enter the Timer Recording Mode menu while stopping a disc.

7. DVD Button

Press this when you use a DVD Recorder.

8. TV Button

Press this to operate TV.

9. Reverse/Forward SKIP Buttons

Press to skip a disc backwards or forwards. These buttons also function as STEP buttons. Each press will play one-frame forward or reverse (See page 55).

10. TV VOL Buttons

TV volume adjustment.

11. Reverse/Forward SEARCH Buttons

Press to search a disc backwards or forwards.

12. MENU Button

Brings up the DVD recorder’s setup menu.

13. STOP Button

Press to stop a disc.

14. OK/DIRECTION Buttons

…… †† œœ √√

(

15. REC Button

Use to make a recording on DVD-RAM/-RW/-R discs.

16. REC MODE Button

This will display the recording status.(XP/SP/LP/EP)

17. OPEN/CLOSE Button

To open and close the disc tray.

18. AUDIO Button

Use this to access various audio functions on a disc. (DVD mode)

19. REPEAT Button

Allows you to repeat a title, chapter, track or disc.

20. PLAY LIST/TOP MENU Button

Use this to return to the Top menu, or to view the recorded files list in Stop mode.

21. TV/DVD Button

(See page 19)

22. INPUT SEL. Button

Select line input signal in external input mode (PROG, AV input or DV INPUT)

23. PROG Button

Select preset channels in a specific order. Same as PROGRAM buttons in front panel.

24. RETURN Button

Returns to a previous menu.

25. PLAY/PAUSE Button

Press to play/pause a disc.

26. CANCEL Button

27. SUBTITLE Button

Press this to switch the DVD’s subtitle language.

Buttons)

Getting Started

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Quick Overview

Connecting

& Setting Up

This section involves various methods of connecting the DVD Recorder to other external components and required initial setting modes.

Connecting & Setting Up

A Quick Overview presented in this guide will give you enough information to start using the recorder.

Connecting the DVD-Recoder

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Additional connections

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Antenna + DVD Recorder + external decoder box + TV

†

Other type of connecting the Video output cable

†

Other type of connecting the Audio output cable

Quick Overview.................................................18

Connecting the DVD-Recorder........................19

Additional connections .....................................19

Antenna + DVD Recorder

+ external decoder box + TV ..........................20

Other type of connecting

the Video output cable......................................20

Other type of connecting

the Audio output cable......................................22

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Connecting to AV3 IN, DV input jack

Connecting to AV3 IN, DV input jack...............24

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Connecting the DVDRecorder

You can connect your DVD Recorder to the television using the SCART cable if the appropriate input is available on the television.

1. Connect the RF cable as shown.

2. Connect one end of the SCART cable to the AV1 socket on the rear of the DVD Recorder.

3. Plug the other end into the appropriate connector on the television.

Connecting & Setting Up

4. Plug in the DVD Recorder and TV

5.Turn on the DVD Recorder and TV.

6. Press the INPUT SEL. button on your TV remote control until the Video signal from the DVD Recorder appears on the TV screen.

Additional connections

You can connect your DVD Recorder to a satellite or

digital tuner.

external device (VCR/Satellite receiver)

NOTE

To RF IN

To T V

RF Cable

To ANT INPUT

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The RF cable connection of this product sends only signals of TV. You must connect SCART cable or Audio/Video cables to watch a DVD from your DVD Recorder.

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TV mode Press the TV/DVD button on remote control, then “TV” appear on Front LED display (or turn off DVD Recorder). Then you can watch programmes received through RF cable.

- DVD mode

1. Connect the AV2 connector of DVD Recorder and VCR/Satellite receiver or digital tuner using a SCART cable.

2. Connect the AV1 connector to the SCART AV connector on TV.

3. Turn on the DVD Recorder, VCR/Satellite receiver or digital tuner and TV.

4. Set Input mode on AV2.

- TV mode

1. Press the TV/DVD button on remote control,then “TV” appear on Front LED display. (or turn off DVD Recorder.)

2. You can watch programmes from a satellite or digital tuner connected to this DVD Recorder, even when the DVD Recorder is turned off.

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Antenna + DVD Recorder + external decoder box + TV

If you connect external decoder box to DVD recorder, you can record scrambled channels (CANAL+or Premiere broadcasts) received through the built-in TV tuner in DVD Recorder.

Wall

Connecting & Setting Up

DECODER

1. Connect RF antenna cables as shown.

2. Connect the AV1 connector on this recorder to the SCART AV connector on TV using a SCART cable.

3. Connect the AV2 connector to a SCART AV connector on decoder box.

4. To watch or record PAY-TV Canal Plus programmes, set your DVD Recorder to receive the channels using the on-screen display. (Refer to page 29)

Other type of connecting the Video output cable

There are several ways to output video signal not using scart cables. Select one of the following video connecting that best suits you below.

● Case 1 : Connecting to a Video (Composite) output

jack

● Case 2 : Connecting to an S-Video output jack

● Case 3 : Connecting to Component Video output

jacks

S-Video, Component video and Progressive Output Modes

● S-Video and Component video output are available

only if your TV supports S-Video input or Component video input, respectively. If S-Video or Component video output does not work, check the TV connections and the TV input selection settings.

● Compared to standard interlaced video, progressive

scan doubles the amount of video lines fed to your TV, resulting in a more stable, flicker-free, clear image than interlaced video.

This is only available with TVs that support

progressive scan.

● Progressive Scan Output (576p)

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 576 progressive scan picture problems, It is recommended that the user switch the connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 576p DVD Recorder, please contact our customer service centre.

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Case 1 : Connecting to a Video (Composite) output jack

1. Connect a video(yellow) cable between the VIDEO (yellow) OUT jack on DVD Recorder and VIDEO (yellow) INPUT jack on your TV.

● You will enjoy regular quality images.

2. Connect audio cables (white and red) between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder and AUDIO IN jacks on TV (or AV amplifier).

(See pages 22~23)

yellow

Video/Audio Cable

Case 2 : Connecting to an S-Video output jack

1. Connect an S-Video cable (not supplied) between the S-VIDEO OUT jack on DVD Recorder and S-VIDEO INPUT jack on your TV.

2. Connect audio cables (white and red) between the AUDIO OUT jacks on DVD Recorder and AUDIO IN jacks on TV (or AV amplifier). (See pages 22~23)

● You will enjoy high quality images.

Connecting & Setting Up

yellow

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COMPONENT

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Case 3 : Connecting to Component Video output jacks

1. Connect Component video cables(not supplied) between the COMPONENT OUT(Y,PB,PR) jacks on

DVD Recorder and COMPONENT IN(Y,PB,PR) jacks

on your TV.

2. Connect audio cables (white and red) between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder and AUDIO IN jacks on TV (or AV amplifier). (See pages 22~23).

3. After connecting, refer to page 36 to 37.

● You will enjoy high quality and accurate color

reproduction images.

Connecting & Setting Up

Other type of connecting the Audio output cable

There are several ways to output audio signal not using scart cables. Select the audio connection that best suits you below.

● Case 1 : Connecting to your TV

● Case 2 : Connecting to a stereo amplifier with AV

output jacks

● Case 3 : Connecting to an AV amplifier with a

digital output jack

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

NOTE

green

blue

red

green

blue

red

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Make sure that the colour coded connections match. The Y, P

, P

component output jacks of your DVD Recorder must be connected to the exact corresponding component input jacks on your TV.

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Progressive setting is only available when the Video Out is set to Component. (See page 36)

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

Case 1 : Connecting to your TV

If your TV has audio input jacks, use this connection.

yellow

white

red

yellow

white

red

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Case 2 : Connecting to a stereo amplifier with AV output jacks

If your stereo amplifier only has AUDIO INPUT jacks(L and R), use the AUDIO OUT jacks.

red

white

whitered

Case 3: Connecting to an AV amplifier with a digital output jack

If your AV amplifier has a Dolby Digital, MPEG2 or DTS decoder and a digital input jack, use this connection. To enjoy Dolby Digital, MPEG2 or DTS sound, you will need to set up the audio settings. (See page 35)

Connecting & Setting Up

Front(L) speaker

Front(R) speaker

Rear(L)

Front(L)

Rear(R)

Front(R)

Subwoofer Center

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Connecting to AV3 IN, DV input jack

This allows you to connect your DVD Recorder to other external devices and view or record their outputs.

● Case 1 : Connecting a VCR, Set-Top Box(STB), DVD

player or Camcorder to the AV3 IN jacks

● Case2 : Connecting a DV Device to the DV IN jack

Case 1 : Connecting a VCR, Set-Top Box(STB), DVD player

Connecting & Setting Up

or Camcorder to the AV3 IN jacks

Case 2 : Connecting a Camcorder to the DV IN jack

If your digital camcorder has a DV output jack, connect it to the DV input jack of your DVD Recorder.

Camcorder

Connecting a VCR or external device to AV3 IN jacks of the DVD Recorder. You can record from connected equipment (VCR, STB, DVD player or Camcorder).

Camcorder

VCR

yellow

white

STB

DVD

yellow

white

red

NOTE

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If the input is not selected automatically, use INPUT SEL. button to select proper input.

NOTE

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AV 3 in selection will be automatically done. If the input is not selected automatically, use INPUT SEL. button to select proper input.

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Copy protected content cannot be recorded.

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System

Setup

On-Screen Menu Navigation

The on-screen menus allow you to enable or disable various functions on your DVD Recorder. Use the following buttons to open and navigate through the on-screen menus.

On-Screen Menu Navigation ......................25

Plug & Auto Setup ......................................26

Setting the Clock ........................................27

No Disc

Programme

Setup

Timer Record

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

√√

DVD-RAM(VR)

Disc Navigation

Playlist

Disc manager

Programme

Setup

MENU Button

Press this button on the remote control to open the on-screen MENU. Press again to exit the on-screen MENU.

…… †† , œœ √√

Press these buttons on remote control to move the selection bar …†, œ√to cycle through the menu options.

Buttons

OK Button

Press this button on the remote control to confirm any new settings.

Title List

DivX

Photo

Music

Disc Navigation

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

√√

System Setup

Presetting Channels with

the Auto Setup function ..............................28

Presetting Channels with

the Manual Setup function .........................29

Setting up the Language Options ..............30

EP Mode Time Setting ...............................31

Automatic Chapter Creation .......................32

Setting up the Front Display Options .........33

Setting up NICAM Options .........................34

DivX(R) Registration...................................34

Setting up the Audio Options .....................35

Setting up Video Output Options................36

Setting up the Progressive scan ................37

Canceling the Progressive scan.................37

Setting up the Display(Video) Options .......38

Setting Up the Parental Control .................39

RETURN Button

Press this button on the remote control to return to the Previous MENU screen displayed or to exit the on-screen MENU.

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Plug & Auto Setup

Your DVD Recorder will automatically set itself up when it is plugged in for the first time. TV stations and clock will be stored in memory. The process takes a few minutes. Your DVD Recorder will then be ready for use.

Connect the RF cable as indicated on page

19.

(Connecting Your DVD Recorder to the TV Using the RF Cable and scart cable.)

Plug the DVD Recorder into the mains.

“AUTO” in the front panel display flickers.

•

Refer to following abbreviation table when selecting “Country”.

A(Austria) NL(Netherlands) S(Sweden) PL(Poland)

B(Belgium) I(Italy) CH(Swiss) CZ (Czech)

DK(Denmark) N(Norway) TR(Turkey) Others

FIN(Finland) P(Portugal) GR(Greece)

D(Deutschland) E(Spain) HU(Hungary)

•

The DVD Recorder searches for the stations according to a preset preference list corresponding to the country that you have selected.

Auto Channel scan will be started.

Channel scan

Now, Scanning.

System Setup

Press a Number button to select the language.

Press 1 for English

Touche 2 pour Français

Drücken Sie 3 Für Deutsch

Pulse 4 para Español

Premere 5 per Italiano

Druk op 6 voor Nederlands

Start the auto setup.

Auto setup will be started.

Check antenna and TV cable connection.

OK Cancel

•

The number of stations automatically stored by the DVD Recorder depends on the number of stations that it has found.

After Auto Channel Scan is completed, Auto Clock Setting will be started automatically in

10 seconds. If you want to start Auto Clock Setting immediately, press OK button. If you do not want to do Auto Clock Setting, press

CANCEL or MENU button.

Auto channel scan completed successfully.

Press [OK] button to auto clock set.

Cancel

Wait until current date and time are

displayed automatically. If you want to exit Auto clock setting, press MENU button.

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Select “Country” using the †…œ √ buttons to select your country.

County Selection

FIN

OKMOVE EXIT

Others

Please wait. Now setting the clock.

If you want to exit clock setting,

press the [MENU] button.

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Check the date and time.

No Disc

Programme

Setup

Time Date Auto Clock

12 : 00 01 / JAN / 2005 SAT On

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

• if it is : Correct, press OK button then the date and time will

be saved. If you don't press the OK button, the date and time will be saved automatically after 5 seconds.

• if it is : Incorrect, input correct Time, Date, Year using †…œ

√ buttons or number buttons. Press OK button then the date and time will be saved. When you need to change clock setting, you can set it up manually.

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Now, DVD Recorder is ready for use.

NOTE

Function for “Plug & Auto Setup” is fixed already. So if you want to change this fixed one, you can change it by Presetting the Stations in OSD “Presetting Channels with the Manual setup function” menu. (See page 29)

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Auto Set up function can be performed by pressing é (STOP) on the unit continuously

for 5 seconds or more during power off with no disc inserted

Setup

Press the …† buttons to select Setup, then press the OK or √ button.

No Disc

Programme

Setup

System

Clock Set

Language

Audio

Video

Parental Control

Install

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

Setup

√√

Press the …† buttons to select Clock Set, then press the OK or √ button.

Use navigation …†œ √ buttons to input Time, Date or Year. Use number buttons to input clock data directly.

No Disc

Programme

Setup

Time Date Auto Clock

12 : 00 01 / JAN / 2005 SAT Off

Clock Set

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

Press the …† buttons to select On for the

Auto Clock.

System Setup

Setting the Clock

This menu is used to set the current time. You need to set the time to use timer recording.

With the unit in Stop mode/No Disc mode, press the MENU button.

No Disc

Programme

Setup

Timer Record

√√

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

No Disc

Programme

Setup

Time Date Auto Clock

12 : 00 01 / JAN / 2005 SAT Off

Clock Set

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

Press the OK button, then the date and

time will be saved.

If you don’t press the OK button, it will not be saved.

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You must have the RF cable connected to

NOTE

set the Auto Clock. See page 19

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The DVD Recorder automatically sets the clock according to the time signal broadcast between the channels PR1 to PR5. If you do not need the Auto clock set function, select Off.

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Presetting Channels with the Auto Setup function

Press the …† buttons to select Auto

Setup, then press the OK or √ button.

The message “Your data will be lost.Press [OK] to continue, [MENU] to exit.” is displayed.

This feature allows you to manually set the DVD Recorder tuner band to Antenna or Cable, whichever you connected to the Antenna In jack during initial setup.

System Setup

With the unit in Stop mode/No Disc mode, press the MENU button.

No Disc

Programme

Setup

Timer Record

√√

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

Press the …† buttons to select Setup, then press the OK or √ button.

No Disc

Programme

Setup

System

Clock Set

Language

Audio

Video

Parental Control

Install

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

Setup

√√

No Disc

Programme

Auto Setup

Manual Setup

Setup

Your data will be lost.

Press [OK] to continue, [MENU] to exit.

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

Install

√√

Press the †…œ √ buttons to select your

“Country”.

• The DVD Recorder searches for the stations according to a preset preference list corresponding to the country that you have selected.

No Disc

County Selection

FIN

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

Refer to following table when selecting your country.

A(Austria) NL(Netherlands) S(Sweden) PL(Poland)

B(Belgium) I(Italy) CH(Swiss) CZ (Czech)

DK(Denmark) N(Norway) TR(Turkey) Others

FIN(Finland) P(Portugal) GR(Greece)

D(Deutschland) E(Spain) HU(Hungary)

Install

Others

- English

Press the …† buttons to select Install, then press the OK or √ button.

No Disc

Programme

Setup

Auto Setup

Manual Setup

RETURNOKMOVE EXIT

Install

√√

Press the OK button to continue.

If you want to exit, press the MENU button.

No Disc

Programme

Please wait.

Setup

Scanning...

Stop

RETURNOK EXIT

Channel scan will be started.

Press the OK button to stop the Auto Setup.

Auto Setup

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