Toshiba RD-XS55KU User Manual

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TOSHIBA HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER

DIGITAL VIDEO

Introduction

HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER

RD-XS55KU

OPERATIONS

Read “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first.

OWNER’S MANUAL

GUIDE

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

IMPORTANT NOTE

Before connecting, operating, or adjusting this product, carefully read the Important Safety, Installation, Care, and Service Information in the INSTALLATION GUIDE.

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Printed on 70% Recycled Paper

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Introduction

Table of contents

Introduction

Caution for safety ................................................ 4

About this product .............................................. 5

Choosing a disc .................................................. 6

Index to parts and controls .............................. 12

Front panel ............................................................... 12

Rear panel ............................................................... 14

Remote control ........................................................ 16

Display ..................................................................... 18

Before operating this recorder ........................ 20

Using TV Guide On Screen®............................. 23

Services and options ............................................... 24

Key operation - EASY NAVI & QUICK MENU .. 29

Recording

Before recording ............................................... 32

Initializing a DVD-RAM/RW disc (Logical format) .... 34

DVD-RAM physical format ....................................... 35

Entering characters .................................................. 36

Selecting a disc according to purposes of

use (DVD-RAM/R/RW) .............................................

Setting for recording on a DVD-R/RW disc in

Video mode ..............................................................

Setting a timer recording using TV Guide On Screen

With recording frequency selection only .................. 40

Changing the recording options ............................... 41

Setting recording by specifying details manually ..... 43

Setting recording (For satellite box users) ............... 43

Recording a TV program ................................... 45

Recording an external source .......................... 49

DV recording (Recording from a digital video

camera) .............................................................. 52

Deleting recorded contents .............................. 55

To delete a title (chapter) ......................................... 55

Deleting multiple specified parts .............................. 55

Others ................................................................. 56

To protect recorded content ..................................... 56

Relay recording ........................................................ 56

Technical Information ............................................... 56

........................................ 40

Playback

Playing recorded contents

(CONTENT MENU) ............................................. 60

Playing at various speeds ........................................ 62

Playing a DVD video disc ................................. 66

Locating a title using the top menu .......................... 66

Other playback functions ................................. 68

Pausing a TV broadcast to resume later

(Pause TV) ...............................................................

Playing a TV program currently being recorded

(Chase Play) ............................................................

Zooming a picture .................................................... 70

Watching a TV broadcast in the sub window

(P in P playback) ......................................................

Locating by entering the number of a desired

section .....................................................................

Locating a specific point by entering its elapsed

time (Time Search) ..................................................

Selecting the sound ................................................. 72

Viewing JPEG files................................................... 74

Playing MP3/WMA files............................................ 76

Checking the current status and settings ................. 78

Functions in Quick Menu ......................................... 80

Editing

Creating your own title ..................................... 84

Editing procedure ..................................................... 84

Basic flow ................................................................. 85

1: Changing a name of a recorded title .................... 86

2: Dividing a recorded title into several chapters ..... 87

3: Collecting necessary scenes ............................... 92

4: Dubbing to save ................................................... 97

Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW ....... 112

DVD-Video finalizing process ........................ 122

Other editing functions................................... 126

Changing the picture on CONTENT MENU ........... 126

Combining two titles (Original) into one ................. 128

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Library

Using Library data........................................... 132

Basic operation of the Library system .................... 132

Searching for a desired title ........................... 133

Changing the listing order ...................................... 133

Searching ............................................................... 133

Jumping ................................................................. 134

Viewing Library data ....................................... 135

Viewing title information ......................................... 135

Viewing disc information ........................................ 135

Maintenance of Library data .................................. 136

Checking remaining space ............................. 139

Viewing a number and space of a disc .................. 139

Viewing remaining space ....................................... 139

Network Navi

What is Network Navi? ................................... 142

Main features of Network Navi ............................... 142

Flow of Network Navi setting ................................. 142

Operating environment .......................................... 143

Terminology and trademarks ................................. 143

Restrictions and disclaimer .................................... 143

Preparation for Network Navi ......................... 145

1: Connection to a PC ............................................ 145

2: Recorder's setup-Network setting ...................... 147

3: Setting up the PC ............................................... 151

4: Starting Network Navi ........................................ 152

5: Network Navi settings ........................................ 153

Network Navi features..................................... 154

Displaying thumbnails (Title List).................. 155

Operating with the remote control screen .... 157

Net Keyboard ......................................................... 158

Operation using the Virtual Remote Control .......... 159

Using Library information (Library) ............... 160

Setting for custom menu addition

(Custom Menu Editor) ..................................... 161

Net Dubbing ..................................................... 163

Dubbing to a device on the same network ............. 163

Net Monitor ...................................................... 165

Setting a timer recording using email ........... 168

Setting a timer recording by directly specifying

the date, time, and channel....................................

Useful features of timer recording setting using

email ......................................................................

If you are having a difficulty with Network

Navi features .................................................... 170

Function setup

Customizing the function settings ................ 172

DVD player settings ................................................ 176

Picture/Audio settings ............................................ 179

Display settings ...................................................... 181

Operational settings ............................................... 182

DVD recorder operation ......................................... 183

Management settings ............................................ 186

Initial settings ......................................................... 187

Others

Before calling service personnel ................... 190

Output sound conversion table ..................... 192

Error codes on the display window ............... 193

Recording duration ......................................... 194

Language code list .......................................... 195

Specification .................................................... 196

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169

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Introduction

Caution for safety

Read “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”, “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, “Precautions” and all other sections of the “INSTALLATION GUIDE” that came with this product prior to reading this “OPERATIONS GUIDE”.

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Introduction

About this product

Introduction

Some differences

Because of its recording capability and hard disc drive (HDD), this DVD recorder operates more like a computer and differently than a standard DVD player. In addition to containing a microprocessor, it contains a HDD, an operating system, random access memory (RAM), and a DVD-RAM/RW/R drive. The operating system includes software stored on the HDD that is transferred to the RAM when the machine is turned on and at other times during operation. This transfer can take time. Therefore, when you turn the DVD recorder on, it may take a little while before it is ready to use. Likewise, other functions may not be performed as quickly as they would on other AV equipment. Additionally, because programs stored on the DVD-RAM/RW/R drive cannot be accessed as quickly as those stored on the HDD, accessing those programs (or deleting a program from a DVD-RAM disc) may take more time. Please take these factors into consideration as you use the DVD recorder.

About the hard disc drive (HDD)

Like any HDD, the HDD in the DVD recorder is a fragile device that is susceptible to partial or complete failure if it is jarred or as a result of use over time. It will not last forever. Therefore, do not use the HDD for longer term storage of programs you wish to retain. [If portions of the HDD become damaged, programs recorded on those portions may exhibit pixelization or block noise when played back. Repeated playback of the program may cause the problem to get worse and, eventually, the program may become unplayable. Accordingly, if you notice such noise in a program that you want to save, you should transfer to a recordable DVD disc as soon as possible.] Recordable DVD discs are also susceptible to damage if not handled and stored carefully and some or all of the programs on them may become unplayable. You can reduce these risks by using high quality DVD recordable discs and checking their playability from time to time. If it becomes necessary to service your DVD recorder, it may be necessary to delete some or all of the programs on the HDD.

Playback Restrictions

This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions for this recorder. Some DVD video discs are produced in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during playback. As such, the recorder may not respond to all operating commands. This is not a defect in the recorder. Please refer to the notes on compatible discs later in this Introduction and to the discussion of DVD playback and features later in this manual.

“

” may appear on the TV screen during operation. ” means that the operation is not permitted by the

“

recorder or the disc.

Recording Restrictions and Copyright

Copy-protected contents of DVD-Video discs, VIDEO CDs or audio CDs on the market cannot be copied on this recorder. Contents without copy protection should be copied or edited only in accordance with applicable copyright laws, which may restrict copying or editing. Contents that permit single copying (copy once contents) can be recorded onto DVD-RAM discs, with some dubbing and editing restrictions. DVD-R/RW discs cannot record these contents. The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, or revision of copyrighted materials including, without limitation, television programs, videotapes, and DVDs, is prohibited under the Copyright Laws of the United States and other countries, and may subject you to civil and criminal liability.

Compatibility

In isolated cases, a disc bearing the DVD or CD logo may not fully and properly play back all features or as intended by the creator of the disc. This can be due, among other reasons, to problems and errors that can occur during the creation or recording of DVD and other software and the manufacture of software discs (including blank discs). Moreover, because of variations in the quality of discs, this recorder may not be able to record on all discs that bear a DVD-RAM, DVD-RW or DVD-R logo, but you should not encounter difficulty if you use only high quality recordable DVD discs. Additionally, discs recorded in this device may not operate properly in other DVD players, recorders and/or personal computer drives. If you happen to encounter difficulties playing or recording a DVD disc or playing a CD disc, please feel free to call our Customer Service Hotline at 1-800-319-6684.

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Choosing a disc

When you want to play DVD or CD software or copy programs from the HDD to a recordable DVD, load an appropriate disc into the recorder. There are many types and formats of discs. Please use the following information to select an appropriate disc.

Notes

• Handle the disc according to the disc instruction manual.

• Because of problems and errors that can occur during the creation of DVD and CD software and/or the manufacture of DVD

and CD discs, Toshiba cannot assure that this HDD/DVD Video Recorder will successfully play every disc bearing the DVD and CD logos. Additionally, Toshiba cannot assure that discs recorded in this HDD/DVD Video Recorder will successfully play in other DVD players, recorders and/or personal computer drives. If you happen to experience any difficulty playing a DVD and/or CD disc on this HDD/DVD Video Recorder, please contact Toshiba Customer Service.

For recording / playback

Disc

DVD-RAM

DVD-R

DVD-RW

Mark Specification Remarks

• Single sided 4.7GB (12cm (43/4 in.))

• Double sided 9.4GB (12cm (4

•

4.7GB For General Ver.2.0/2.1 (12cm (43/4 in.))

• Ver. 1.1 or later (12cm

/4 in.))

Read carefully the section “On DVD-RAM discs” (

Select a DVD-RAM disc that shows a statement on its package such as “this disc can be used with video recorders and drives compatible with 4.7GB DVD-RAM discs” or “this disc can copy images that permit single copying.”

Read carefully the section “On DVD-R discs” (

page 9). Depending on the disc status or the recording equipment, playback of the disc may not be possible on this recorder.

Read carefully the section “On DVD-RW discs” ( Depending on the disc status or the recording equipment, playback of the disc may not be possible on this recorder.

page 8).

page 9).

Using different disc types for different purposes

DVD-RAM discs for your personal library

DVD-RAM discs comply with the global standard DVD-VR (Video Recording) format, and are optimized for recording of TV programs. You can rewrite repeatedly without deterioration of an image quality, erase unnecessary parts, divide a chapter, or specify playback area by frame. Its cartridge is suitable for a longer-term storage and family use, and its large capacity of 9.4 GB allows more recording space.

DVD-R/RW discs when creating your own original discs for distribution

DVD-R discs are designed to comply with the global standard DVD-Video format, and can be recorded only once. DVDR discs are convenient when you edit your original content (recorded personal events such as a wedding party) with this recorder, transfer them to the recorder and make copies to send to your friends or relatives. The discs can be played on other compatible DVD players. DVD-RW discs, which are rewriteable, can be used as well. * DVD-R and DVD-RW may not be the best suited format for recording TV programs. Because of the way the discs are

formatted, it may not be possible to edit or divide the program as you may prefer, to record secondary languages, or programs that are copy protected in a way that allows only one copy. (NOTE: “Copy once” protected programs generally can be recorded to DVD-RAM discs.)

* This recorder records on a DVD-R/RW disc in DVD-Video format only. * On DVD-R/RW discs, direct recording, copying or the method “Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW” (

112) are available.

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For playback only

Disc Mark Specification Remarks

Introduction

DVD video disc

VIDEO CD

DIGITAL VIDEO

Audio CD

CD-R

• 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.) Region number

• Color system: NTSC

• 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.)

• Color system: NTSC

• Version 1.1 and 2.0

• 12cm (4

• 12cm (43/4 in.)

• CD-DA (audio CD) format

ALL

/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.)

The region number of this DVD recorder is 1. If region numbers, corresponding to a specific playable area, are printed on your DVD video disc and you do not find

ALL

, or the disc is encoded to permit playback only in regions other than Region 1, disc playback will not be allowed by the recorder.

Depending on the disc status, playback may not be possible.

CD-RW

• You cannot play discs other than those listed above.

• You cannot play non-standardized discs even if they may be labeled as above.

• You cannot play discs with specialized encoding (such as SACD discs) or the DVD audio portions of DVD Audio

discs.

• This recorder uses the NTSC color system, and cannot play DVD video discs recorded in any other color system (PAL, SECAM, etc.), even if they have region marks

• Toshiba cannot guarantee that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will operate as expected. Please see the discussion of compatibility on

page 5.

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• Toshiba is not liable for any damage or loss caused directly or indirectly by the malfunction of this recorder, including, without limitation, any one of the following:

• Failure to record contents intended to be recorded by the consumer.

• Failure to edit contents as intended by the consumer.

• When a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc created on this recorder is used (e.g., insertion, playback, recording or editing)

in another DVD player, recorder or personal computer drive.

• When a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc that is used in the manner described in the immediately preceding bullet point is

used again in this recorder.

• When a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc that was recorded in another DVD recorder, or in a personal computer drive is

used in this recorder.

• Some functions such as Library may not work with personal computer discs.

• Discs recorded in this recorder may not operate as expected on other DVD players, recorders or personal

computer drives.

is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

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Choosing a disc (Continued)

On DVD-RAM discs

Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with DVDRAM standard Version 2.0, 2.1 or 2.2.

The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in any other standard. When using such a disc, initialize it by using the disc-format function of this recorder. The recorder may not record, dub, or edit some DVDRAM discs, because they are edited/recorded with another manufacturer’s equipment or PC, contain a large number of titles, or have little remaining capacity. Also, a DVD-RAM disc may not be edited or recorded if its title contains still pictures. DVD-RAM discs formatted in UDF2.0 on a PC are not compatible with this recorder. Before using these discs, initialize them on this recorder. This recorder complies with current copyright protection technology and can copy a disc only when the disc permits copying once. When there is no indication on the disc, copying will not be allowed. Such an indication on a disc is required also for the Library Management database.

DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are recommended for recording.

Two types of DVD-RAM discs are available: ones with cartridges and ones without cartridges. You can use either of them with this recorder, but the former ones are recommended. In order to record highly detailed data, make sure the disc is clean. DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are easier to handle in this regard. Do not open the cartridge shutter. The disc may not play, or may not be recorded or edited once it becomes dirty. There are two types of DVD-RAM cartridges; removable (TYPE 2/4) and not removable (TYPE 1). It is recommended you do not remove the disc even when you can. Refer to the instruction manual that comes with the disc if it is absolutely necessary to remove the disc. Some commercially available cartridge discs cannot be recorded or edited once the inside discs are removed.

To protect recorded contents

Slide the write-protect tab to “PROTECT” with something small enough. The disc can play, but cannot be edited or erased. Refer to the instructions that come with the disc.

When using a disc without a cartridge (commercially available discs)

Discs without cartridges can easily attract fingerprints and dust, which is the reason they are not recommended. If you cannot avoid using them, handle with proper care. When you write in a title column on a disc, use a pen with a soft tip. Do not use a pen with a hard tip, such as a ballpoint pen.

Recommended discs

The following discs have been tested with this recorder:

9.4 GB double-sided cartridge: Panasonic 2X, 3X, 5X

4.7 GB single-sided cartridge: Panasonic 2X, 3X, 5X

PROTECT

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Introduction

On DVD-R discs

Standards

DVD-R for General Ver.2.0 discs can be used for recording and playback. Discs compatible with the following recording speeds can also be used: Ver. 2.0/2X Ver. 2.0/4X Ver. 2.0 or 2.1/8X Ver. 2.0 or 2.1/16X Select discs labeled “for video,” “for recording,” “120 min.” etc.

Recording conditions

Images for which copying is prohibited or restricted (copy once or copy prohibited) cannot be recorded. Even if the disc is labeled as CPRM compatible, this recorder can only be used to record copy-free material. DVD-VR mode recording is not possible.

Recommended discs

That’s (Taiyo-Yuden) 4X, 8X Maxell 4X, 8X

On DVD-RW discs

Standards

Discs labeled DVD-RW Ver.1.1 or 1.2 can be used. Discs compatible with the following recording speeds can also be used: Ver. 1.1/2X Ver. 1.2/4X Ver. 1.2/6X Select discs labeled “for video,” “for recording,” “120 min.” etc.

Recording conditions

Recommended discs*

JVC 2X, 4X

*Operation has been confirmed with recommended discs

and tested disc, but some other discs may not be usable.

Marks on DVD video discs

The following are examples of marks and the meanings.

Mark Meanings

4:3

16:9 LB

16:9 PS

Number of audio streams recorded in the disc. (2 streams such as English and Japanese in this example.)

Number of subtitle languages recorded in the disc. (2 subtitle languages are recorded in this example.)

Number of camera angles recorded in the disc. (3 camera angles are recorded in this example.)

Pictures are recorded in the standard picture shape (4:3 aspect ratio).

Pictures are recorded in the letter box picture shape (4:3 aspect ratio with horizontal black bars in the top and bottom of pictures).

Pictures are recorded in the 16:9 wide picture shape. TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will display them in the letter box style.

Pictures are recorded in the 16:9 wide picture shape. TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will display them in the pan scan style (one or both sides of pictures are cut).

Actual picture shape may vary depending on the aspect ratio or mode selection of the TV.

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Choosing a disc (Continued)

Structure of disc contents

Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are subdivided into chapters. VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are divided into tracks.

DVD video disc

Title 1 Title 2

Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3Chapter 1

VIDEO CD / audio CD

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

Title: Divided contents of a DVD video disc.

Roughly corresponds to a story title in short stories.

Chapter: Divided contents of a title. This corresponds

to a chapter in a story.

Track: Divided contents of a VIDEO CD or an audio

CD.

Each title, chapter, or track is assigned a number, which is called “title number”, “chapter number”, or “track number” respectively. Some discs may not have these numbers.

On handling discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc.

Playback side

Do not stick paper or tape to discs.

On cleaning discs

Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.

Yes No

When you record on the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc, one recording will always equal one title. You can divide a title into several chapters by marking borders in it to facilitate scene search.

Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray for vinyl LPs. It may damage the disc.

On storing discs

Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources. Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier. Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing objects on discs outside of their case may cause warping.

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Discs and purposes

The table shows main functions which are available on this recorder per disc category. This will help you choose discs.

Introduction

Characteristics on this recorder

For the first use

Recording a TV program

Erasing recorded contents

Recording additional content on a recorded disc

Indexing recorded contents Naming a title Creating a thumbnail

Collecting favorite scenes (Playlist Editing) Making a new title from a Playlist containing favorite scenes (Copy within the same disc)

DVD-RAM disc

Suitable for repeat use of the disc, and data storage for video library. Copy once contents can be recorded using a compatible disc.

No preparatory steps required, however initializing is recommended.

Ye s

Ye s Ye s

Ye s

DVD-RW disc

Suitable for saving data in DVD-Video format to play on compatible devices.

You can erase recorded contents to use the disc repeatedly.

Initialize the disc.

Ye s

If the disc has been executed DVD-Video finalizing process, first cancel the process then delete contents

After you execute DVD-Video finalizing process on a recorded disc, you cannot name a title or create a thumbnail.

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Ye s Ye s

DVD-R disc

Suitable for saving data in DVD-Video format to play on compatible devices.

Once you execute DVDVideo finalizing process on a recorded disc so that it can be played on other players, you cannot make additions, corrections and deletions of contents on the disc.

No preparatory steps required.

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Ye s Deleting contents cannot restore the disc space. After you execute DVD-Video finalizing process on a recorded disc, you cannot delete contents of the disc.

Ye s After you execute DVD-Video finalizing process on a recorded disc, you cannot add contents to the disc.

Ye s

Ye s After you execute DVD-Video finalizing process on a recorded disc, you cannot name a title or create a thumbnail.

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Playing contents recorded on this recorder, on other devices

When a message appears and the loaded disc cannot be used:

Contents can be played on any devices compatible with DVD-RAM discs. Follow the instruction of the device to play.

Initialize the disc. If it is still unusable, try to execute DVD-RAM physical Format.

Execute DVD-Video finalizing process on this recorder. This process makes the disc playable on other compatible devices. (Some models excepted.)

Initialize the disc.

Execute DVD-Video finalizing process on this recorder. This process makes the disc playable on other compatible devices. (Some models excepted.)

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Index to parts and controls

See pages with arrows for details.

Front panel

All operations can be possible from the supplied remote control.

* The above illustration displays the front panel with the cover open. See the following page on how to open or close the cover.

q ON/STANDBY button / ON/STANDBY indicator

page 20

Turns the power on/restores the unit in the standby mode.

w HDD button/HDD indicator page 45, 50

Press this to operate the HDD.

e DVD button/DVD indicator page 45, 66

Press this to operate a disc inside the disc tray.

r TV Guide button

Starts/exits TV Guide On Screen

/ / / /Enter button

• / / / :

Moves highlight or changes value.

• Enter: Makes a selection or executes an action.

y HDMI indicator

Illuminates while the HDMI connection is verified.

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

page 23, 40

u Disc tray page 20

Loads a disc into the disc drive.

i (OPEN/CLOSE) button page 20

Opens and closes the disc tray.

o Front panel display

!0 Remote sensor

GUIDE”

!1 (REC) button page 46

Starts recording.

(SKIP) button

Skips to the next chapter or track.

(PAUSE) button

Stops playback or recording momentarily. page 47, 61

!4 (SKIP) button

Skips to the previous chapter or track.

(PLAY) button page 66

Starts playback.

171415

page 18 in “INSTALLATION

page 18

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!6 CH buttons page 20, 45

Selects the channel.

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!7 (STOP) button page 50, 61

Stops playback or recording.

!8 TIME SLIP button/TIMESLIP indicator

page 68, 69

Selects the time slip mode. Illuminates in the time slip mode.

!9 INPUT2 jacks

Use this when recording from other input source such as a VCR or a camcorder.

@0 DV IN terminal

Use this when recording from a digital video device such as a digital video camera.

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To open or close the cover on the front panel

Put your finger on the left edge of the cover and pull it down to open.

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Note

• Do not place a heavy object on the cover while it is open. Doing so may damage the recorder.

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Index to parts and controls (Continued)

Rear panel

11 10

q AC IN socket

GUIDE”

w Ventilation fan

Do not block the ventilating holes.

e DIGITAL AUDIO OUT BITSTREAM/PCM

OPTICAL jack GUIDE”

Use this to connect the recorder to an audio receiver equipped with an optical digital audio input jack.

page 21 in “INSTALLATION

page 29 in “INSTALLATION

t HDMI OUTPUT jack page 26 in

“INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Use this to connect the recorder to a HDMI compatible TV or monitor.

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

y VHF/UHF RF IN (FROM ANT.) input socket

page 20 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Connects to an antenna or cable signal.

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r COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks

“INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Outputs video signals to a connected TV or monitor. Connects to a TV or monitor equipped with component video jacks.

page 28 in

u VHF/UHF RF OUT (TO TV) output socket

page 20 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Connects the supplied coaxial cable to a TV.

i INPUT1/INPUT3 jacks

Use this to connect the recorder to output jacks of external devices such as another player or camcorder.

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o OUTPUT jacks page 21, 23, 24, 28 in

“INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Outputs video and audio signals to a connected TV or amplifier.

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!0 G-LINK jack

page 25 in “INSTALLATION

GUIDE”

Connect the supplied G-LINK

cable to this jack if you are connecting this recorder to a cable/ satellite box. If you use a cable box connected to this recorder, the TV Guide On Screen

system

changes channels on your cable box via the

G-LINK

cable to download free program listings for your area while the recorder is turned off. You are also able to control your cable box using the recorder’s remote control after you connect the G-LINK

cable and go through the TV Guide On Screen® setup. (TV Guide On Screen® system is for cable box users only. Not available for satellite box users.)

!1 LAN(10/100) port

For an optional connection to operate the recorder via a PC. See “Network Navi” (

page 142, 145, 146) for

details.

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Index to parts and controls (Continued)

Remote control

4 5 6 7 8

10 11

12 13

16 17 18

19 20

23 24

25 26

27 28

29 30 31 32

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Introduction

OPEN/CLOSE button page 20

Buttons for TV operation page 50 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

HDD button page 45, 50

TIMESLIP button page 68, 69

EASY NAVI button page 29

Info button page 23

Menu button page 23

SLOW button page 62

FRAME/ADJUST button page 62, 72

Direction buttons ( / / / ) page 60, 172

PAUSE button page 61, 62

REC button page 40, 46

button page 70

Number buttons page 45, 71

ON/STANDBY button page 20, 21

CH/Page buttons page 20, 23, 45

DVD button page 45, 66

INSTANT SKIP button page 61

INSTANT REPLAY button page 61

CONTENT MENU button page 60

TV Guide button page 23, 40

SKIP button page 62

PICTURE SEARCH button page 62

RETURN button*

TV CODE button page 50 in

“INSTALLATION GUIDE”

T.SEARCH button page 71

ANGLE button page 67

SUBTITLE button page 67

ZOOM button page 70

P in P button page 70

FL SELECT button page 19

DIMMER button page 19

DISPLAY button page 78

REMAIN button page 33

SETUP button page 172

CLEAR button page 36

EDIT MENU button page 102, 113

AUDIO button page 72

LIBRARY button page 132

PROG/HDMI button page 26 in

“INSTALLATION GUIDE”

CHP DIVIDE button page 87

REC MODE button page 45

INPUT SELECT button page 50

TIME BAR button page 79

DELETE button page 55

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ENTER button page 23, 24, 60, 172

PLAY button page 66, 127

STOP button page 50, 61, 111

QUICK MENU button page 46, 92

button page 123

TOP MENU button page 66

MENU button*

*1MENU

Use this to display a menu screen that is recorded on a DVD video disc. Operate the menu screen as the same manner as “Locating a title using the top menu ( A menu screen is not recorded on some discs.

RETURN Returns to the previous screen (the screen may be specified depending on the disc). Refer to the instructions of the disc.

page 66)”.

Others

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Display

1 3 4 5 8 96 7

12 1413 16

15 17

q PBC indicator

Illuminates when a PBC-controllable VIDEO CD is loaded.

w Program recording indicator

Illuminates when the recorder holds a timer program.

e Bit rate indicator

Illuminates when displaying the bit rate selected for recording, or when displaying the actual bit rate.

r REMAIN (Remaining space) indicator

Illuminates when an available recording time is displayed.

t VCD/CD indicator

VCD : Illuminates when a VIDEO CD is loaded. CD : Illuminates when an audio CD is loaded.

y DVD-RAM indicator

Illuminates when a DVD-RAM disc is loaded.

u DVD-RW/R indicator

Illuminates when a DVD-RW/R disc is loaded.

i CHP (Chapter) indicator

Illuminates when a chapter number is displayed.

o SAP indicator

Illuminates when receiving a SAP broadcast.

!0 Angle icon

Illuminates when playing a scene recorded with multi angles.

!1 DUB (Dubbing) indicator

Illuminates when copying.

!2 PROGRESSIVE indicator

Illuminates when video signals are output in the progressive format.

!3 Picture quality mode indicator

The current picture quality mode lights up. The modes are: MN (Manual)/SP (Standard Play)/ LP (Long Play)

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Dimming the display

Pressing DIMMER button on the remote control changes the brightness of the display (normal/dimmed/off).

Switching the display

Every time you press FL SELECT button, the display changes between the channel, title number, and time. The display may not change, depending on the disc or recording conditions.

!4 TITLE indicator

Illuminates when a title number is displayed.

!5 TRK (Track) indicator

Illuminates when a track number is displayed.

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!6 Channel indicator

Displays the current channel or other numbers such as a title number, track number, bit rate or input selection.

!7 Multi display

Displays the current time, elapsed time, remaining time, starting time of programmed recording, chapter number or message, etc

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Before operating this recorder

Is your recorder ready?

• Refer to “INSTALLATION GUIDE” manual and finish the necessary preparations.

• Turn on the connected equipment such as a TV or audio system and select the input from the recorder.

Turning the power on

(This owner’s manual instructions are based on the premise that all proper connections have been completed and the TV is turned on.)

Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel of the recorder or on the remote control.

ON/STANDBY button/ ON/STANDBY indicator

ON/STANDBY button

CH/Page buttons

Loading a disc

Check disc compatibility beforehand ( page 6, 7) and use a proper playable disc.

Caution

• Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray. Neglecting this may cause serious personal injury. Keep a close watch on children.

• Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc.

1 Open the disc tray.

Press button on the remote control.

on the front panel or the OPEN/CLOSE

button

OPEN/CLOSE button

When the power turns on, the ON/STANDBY indicator changes from red (standby mode) to green (operation). After a few seconds, a start-up screen appears. The following icon appears at the top right corner of the screen.

e.g.

When this icon disappears, the recorder is ready to operate. If the disc drive contains a disc, it takes a little longer to start up.

Viewing TV channels through this recorder

After turning the power on, the recorder will output TV channel signals to the connected TV (also in the stop mode). You can select a desired channel by pressing the CH/ Page or the number buttons.

2 Insert a disc.

Disc without a cartridge

Insert with the playback side down.

There are two kinds of disc size. Place a disc to fit the dish. If a disc is out of the dish, it may result in damage to the disc or malfunction.

Place a disc in the inside hollow.

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DVD-RAM disc with cartridge (TYPE1/TYPE2/TYPE4)

Single sided

Turn the printed side up, and insert the cartridge into the tray frame following the direction of the arrow on the cartridge.

Double sided

Turn the desired recording/playback side up, and insert the cartridge into the tray frame following the direction of the arrow on the cartridge.

3 Close the disc tray.

Press

on the front panel or OPEN/CLOSE

button on the remote control.

Notes

• Use the button on the front panel or the remote control to open and close the disc tray. Do not push or hold the disc tray while it is moving. Doing so may cause the recorder to malfunction.

• Do not insert a disc which is unplayable, or any object other than a playable disc.

• Do not apply downforce to the disc tray. Doing so may cause the recorder to malfunction.

• If the disc tray stops while closing, the mechanical protection system of this recorder will open it. Do not force it to close. Doing so may cause malfunction.

• If the disc tray would not open, turn the recorder off, and press button on the front panel or OPEN/CLOSE button on the remote control. This may turn the recorder on and open the disc tray. If it still wouldn’t open, contact your nearest TOSHIBA dealer.

Turning the power off

Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel of the recorder or on the remote control.

The “Unloading” icon appears at the top right corner of the screen, and ON/STANDBY indicator turns red, then the power turns off (Standby mode.)

Caution

• If the power fails or the power cord is disconnected from a wall outlet while the recorder is in operation (ON/STANDBY indicator lit in green), the HDD or a loaded disc may become recording disabled. In such a case, executing an initialization of the disc using the formatting function of the recorder may refresh it. However, all contents stored on the disc will be completely erased by this initialization process.

• This recorder may indicate alert messages with some DVD-RAM discs right after insertion. If such a disc is used for playback or recording on other equipment, all data in the disc may be damaged and the disc will not be played. By executing an initialization of the disc using the formatting function of the recorder, the disc will become operational.

• If the recorder freezes and does not respond at all, leave it alone for about 15 minutes or longer. This may restore the recorder. After the recorder has recovered, turn it off once and turn it on again to use as usual. If the recorder is still inoperable after more than 15 minutes have passed, press and hold the ON/STANDBY button on the front panel for about 10 seconds or longer. The recorder is forced to quit and the power turns off. Turn the recorder on again and use it as usual. (This is an emergency measure, which may cause losses and/or damages of data. Avoid casual use of this measure. If you try this while the recorder is working properly, especially while the “Loading” or “Unloading” icon is flashing, it may result in initializing of the HDD.) (This 15-minute measure is available only when “Screen protector” is set to “On.” ( page 181))

Note

• If there are any performance malfunctions of the HDD or the DVD-RAM drive, immediately discontinue use of this recorder, and disconnect the power cord from a wall outlet, then contact your dealer. Continuous use of the recorder in such a condition will aggravate the condition and result in increased cost and repair time.

Disc tray lock (Child lock)

You can lock the disc tray.

Press and hold PAUSE on the remote control for longer than about 3 seconds.

To unlock, press the button for longer than about 3 seconds.

Note

• Turning the power off also unlocks the disc tray.

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DVD-RAM

DVD-R

DVD-RW

x1/2

Title End

Chapter

Divide

x1/2

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Start-up/Shutdown (closing) icons

These icons are displayed at the top right corner of the screen when startup or finishing. While they are flashing, the recorder is operating as follows:

Start-up, reading a disc, finishing the

recording

Unloading a disc, finishing the

Un loading

Open

operation

Opening a disc tray

Closing a disc tray

Status display

Each time you operate the recorder, the following displays appear on the TV screen to indicate the status of the recorder.

Status display

e.g.

Main on-screen displays (Depending on the disc, some of these may not appear.)

: Playback : Pause : Stop : Fast-forward* : Fast-reverse* : Forward skip** : Reverse skip** : Forward slow-motion : Reverse slow-motion : Forward frame by frame playback : Reverse frame by frame playback : Recording : Recording pause : When title playback is completed : Instant skip : Instant replay : Chapter division : Forward skip by 1/20 : Reverse skip by 1/20

* The number of the mark varies according to the

playback speed you select.

** Accompanied with the followings:

Title number/title name and chapter number/ chapter name

DVD-VIDEO

Title number and chapter number

VCD CD

Track number

Notes

• To disable the status display, set “On screen display” ( page 181) to “Off.”

• You can add the current status of the settings to this display. See page 78.

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Using TV Guide On Screen

The TV Guide On Screen system in your recorder is a free interactive program guide that provides up to 8 days of program listings for over-the-air, cable-ready and analog cable in your area. The system allows you to easily find, set up reminders and schedule recordings of your favorite TV programs.

When using a satellite box, TV Guide On Screen LISTINGS service is not available for changing channels for TV viewing or setting recordings. Only manual timer recordings are available. Please see

Entering TV Guide On Screen mode

Press TV Guide.

TV Guide On Screen LISTINGS service

e.g.

is displayed.

Info

CH/Page

TV Guide

ENTER

The LISTINGS service contains a list of up to 8 days of TV programs including today.

/ / /

To view a TV program

Press

/ to select a TV program and press ENTER.

To view information of a TV program

Press

/ to select a TV program and press Info.

To close the Info Box, press Info twice.

To access options (e.g., recording, reminder, etc.)

See the next page.

You also have access to the following services besides the LISTINGS service. While on the Main service bar select a service by pressing

Buttons in TV Guide On Screen mode

/ / / :

Moves the highlight.

ENTER: Makes a selection or executes an action.

Menu: Displays a Panel Menu with options.

Info: (while

INFO

is displayed) Changes the Info Box size. Opens a Help screen when you move the highlight on the service bar.

CH/Page: Scrolls one page up or down in the LISTINGS service.

then press ENTER. If you press Info while a service is highlighted, an Info box opens to show you more information about the service. Follow any instructions provided. For details, see the next page.

RECORDINGS

List all shows recorded through the TV Guide On Screen system.

Sort by keyword, movies, sports, HDTV, and more.

SCHEDULE

Review, add or modify scheduled recordings and reminders.

SETUP

Change the TV Guide On Screen defaults to your preference or redo. the setup

Notes

• To exiting TV Guide On Screen mode, press TV Guide.

• While the TV Guide On Screen system is displayed other menus (e.g. EASY

NAVI, CONTENT MENU, EDIT MENU, LIBRARY MENU) are not available. To use these menus, exit the TV Guide On Screen system.

In the United States, TV GUIDE and other related marks are registered marks of Gemstar-TV GUIDE International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates. In Canada, TV GUIDE is a registered mark of Transcontinental Inc., and is used under license by Gemstar-TV GUIDE International, Inc.

The TV Guide On Screen system is manufactured under license from Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates.

The TV Guide On Screen system is protected by one or more of the following issued United States patents 6,498,895, 6,418,556, 6,331,877, 6,239,794; 6,154,203; 5,940,073; 4,908,713; 4,751,578; 4,706,121.

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Video window

CONTENT

Title List Page

3:19News

Welcome

TV G

UIDE ON SCREEN

select for more information

Using

RECORDINGS SEARCHLISTINGS

Press Menu now for Listings Options Move to highlight any show Press Enter to tune to current show in glid Press Menu for more current show options

TODAY 3:00AM 3:30AM

bcd

News Nightline

BOX

Rainfield Limpsons

GBS

News Dave Live News Jay Lean Charles Rose

QBS

Fisher Spin Town

Main service

1/ 2

Info Box

HDD

INFO

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Note

Please note that over-the-air or cable access to stations carrying TV Guide On Screen® data is required for the TV Guide On Screen® system to operate. TV Guide On Screen® does not work with satellite programming. Toshiba does not provide the TV Guide On Screen® data. Instead, the data is provided by a third party, which is responsible for the accuracy and availability of the data. Additionally, occasional compatibility issues may exist between the TV Guide On Screen® system contained in your HDD/DVD Video Recorder and the data provided by the third party. In the event that you experience any performance issues with your TV Guide On Screen® system, please do not hesitate to contact the Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. Consumer Solutions Department by calling (800) 631-3811 or by visiting http://www.tacp.com/customersupport/contact.asp

Services and options

For more details press Info while navigating through the various options and services.

If you select a TV program and press Menu, a panel menu appears under the video window. Press

/ to select an option then press ENTER.

e.g.

Episode Options

go to Service Bar watch now set recording set reminder

cancel

go to Service Bar

watch now

set recording

set reminder

Closes the menu, changes no information, and returns a Highlight to the Service Bar.

The selected TV program appears in a full screen.

You can set the TV program to record. See

You can set a reminder to the TV program. See

page 40.

page 26.

cancel

e.g.

Remind Options

schedule reminder

frequency

auto tune TV

when

cancel

Tips on panel menu operation

• / buttons move a highlight. If you see “ ” or “ ” on the top or bottom of a panel menu, CH/Page buttons can be used to turn the page.

• To enter a digit, use the number buttons.

• When a box has “ ” and “ ” on both sides, use / buttons to cycles between the options.

• Press ENTER from an option to highlight the default command button (e.g., “done”). Press ENTER again to execute the

action and close the panel menu.

• To cancel any changes and close the menu, press Menu, or select “Cancel” then press ENTER.

Notes

• You can set the video window to remain on a single channel (“lock”) or change channels (“unlock”) as you navigate through LISTINGS. With a channel logo or “LISTINGS” is highlighted, press Menu button to display the option to select “lock” or

“unlock”.

• You can access a TV program advertised in a panel ad. While the panel ad is highlighted press ENTER. If the TV program is

airing now, you would tune to it. A panel menu appears, if the program is in the future.

once

1 min early

schedule reminder

frequency

auto tune TV

when

Changes are canceled and this menu is closed.

Your selections below are entered and this menu is closed.

Press

/ to select the frequency.

/ to select whether to tune to the channel.

Press

/ to select the time you want the reminder to appear.

If you select this service and press ENTER, categories appear on a bar under the Service Bar. By selecting one of the categories, you can search TV programs. After searching, you can open “Episode Options” by pressing Menu to access the options (above).

To search by Search type (Alphabetical, HDTV, Movies, Sports, Children, Educational, News, Variety, Series)

1) Press / to select a Search type.

2) Press

/ to select a category, then press ENTER.

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To search by entering a keyword

RECORDINGS

1) Press / to select “KEYWORD” then press ENTER.

“Keyword Search” appears.

2) Press

/ to select “new search” then press ENTER.

“Search Options” appears.

3) Press

4) Press

/ to select “category” then press / to select a category.

/ to select “enter keyword” then press ENTER.

The keyboard appears.

5) Press

/ / / to enter a keyword.

e.g.

CAL

DONE

CANCEL

AB C D E F GH I J K L MN O P Q R

STUVWX

YZ 0 1 2 3

6789

'5SPACE

BKSP DEL CLR

Press

/ to select a entry point then press ENTER.

The selected letter is entered.

Press

/ / / to select then press ENTER.

The text entry box is highlighted.

BKSP erases a letter on the left of the cursor.

DEL erases a letter on the right of the cursor.

SPACE inserts a space on the left of the cursor.

CLR erases all letters.

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6) When complete, press

/ / / to select “DONE” then press ENTER.

A list of all matching TV programs for that keyword is displayed.

If you select this service and press ENTER, TV programs previously recorded or currently recording are listed. You can select one from the list to view or delete.

To list programs in alphabetical order or by date and time

1) While “RECORDINGS” is highlighted, press Menu.

“Recordings Options” appears.

2) Press

e.g.

/ to select an option.

Recordings Options

go to Service Bar

group

view as

sort by

done cancel

title

view as

sort by

Press

/ to select. group: Titles of recorded TV programs are listed. list: Displays a detailed list of every recorded program.

Press

/ to select. title: Listed in alphabetical order date: Listed by date and time, with most recent date and time first.

3) When complete, press / to select “done” then press ENTER.

A list of all matching TV programs for that keyword is displayed.

To play recorded program (“view as” is set to “group”)

1) Press / to select a TV program then press ENTER.

2) Press

Notes

• If you play a TV program which you played before, playback starts from where you last stopped. To view it from the beginning, select the TV program on RECORDINGS, then press ENTER and to select an episode then Menu. On “Episode Options” select “play from beginning” then press ENTER.

• When “view as” is set to “list”, press / to select a TV program, then press ENTER.

to select an episode and press ENTER.

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To delete recorded programs (“view as” is set to “group”)

1) Press / to select a TV program and press ENTER.

2) Press

to select an episode and press Menu.

“Episode Options” appears.

3) Press

/ to select “delete episode” then press ENTER.

A confirming menu appears.

4) Press

/ to select “yes” or “no” then press ENTER.

Note

• When “view as” is set to “list”, press / to select a TV program and Menu. On “Episode Options”, press / to select

“delete episode” then ENTER. Press / to select “yes” or “no” then ENTER.

If you select this service and press ENTER, reminder and recordings you set previously are listed. You can edit or delete them.

1) Press

/ to select a TV program.

2) Press Menu.

“Schedule Options” appears.

3) Press

/ to select then press ENTER.

e.g.

Schedule Options

go to Service Bar

sort by new manual recording new manual reminder

done cancel

date

sort by

new manual recording

new manual reminder

Press / to select how you display the list. (date, title, event)

You can set recording manually. See

page 43.

You can set a reminder manually. See below.

e.g.

Schedule Options

go to Service Bar tune to channel delete recording edit recording

set reminder cancel

e.g.

Remind Options

schedule reminder

07 14 05

date

start

01 00

end

02 00

channel input auto tune TV

frequency

cancel

TUNER

once

delete recording (delete reminder)

edit recording (set recording)

set reminder (edit reminder)

schedule reminder

date

start

end

channel

input

auto tune TV

A confirming menu appears. Press

/ to select “yes” or “no” then press ENTER.

Opens a menu. For a recording, see

page 43.

You can set a reminder manually. See below.

Your selections below are entered and this menu is closed.

Press the number buttons to input the date (month, day, year). To shift the highlight, press

/ .

Press the number buttons or / to input the time (hour, minute, am/pm). To shift the highlight, press / .

Press the number buttons to input a channel number.

/ to select the input.

Press

/ to select whether the TV is automatically tuned to the

channel you have selected.

frequency

Press

/ to select the frequency.

Notes

• When a reminder message appears, select an option by pressing / and then press ENTER. If you don’t make a selection within 30 seconds, the recorder proceeds with the scheduled recording or reminder.

• If reminders conflict, “REMINDER CONFLICT!” appears. Press / to select an option, then press ENTER.

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If you select this service and press ENTER, options to change settings are listed.

To execute the setup again

1) Press / to select “Change system settings” then press ENTER.

Your current settings are displayed.

2) Press

/ to select your answer then press ENTER.

3) Follow the on-screen guidance.

To arrange the position the channel appears in LISTINGS To change the tuning channel number To switch channels on/off in LISTINGS

1) Press / to select “Change channel display” then press ENTER.

“Grid Options” appears.

2) Press

3) Press

e.g.

/ to select a channel then press Menu.

/ to select then press ENTER.

Grid Options

go back to Setup

channel

service

tune channel

done cancel

Air

position

channel

service

tune channel

position

Press / to select “on” or “off”. on: the channel is always displayed. off: the channel is never displayed. auto-hide: the channel hides automatically.

/ to select the signal type of the channel.

Press

Press the number button to enter a channel.

Press the number button to enter a desired position for the channel in LISTINGS.

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4) When complete, press

/ to select “done” then press ENTER.

To change Info Box size

1) Press / to select “Change default options” then press ENTER.

2) Press

/ to select “General defaults” then press Menu.

“General Defaults” appears.

3) Press / to select then press ENTER.

e.g.

General Defaults

go to Service Bar

box size

last used

box cycle

auto guide done cancel

all

4) When complete, press

i box size

box cycle

auto guide

/ to select “done” then press ENTER.

Press

/ to select the initial size of the Info Box.

Press

/ to select the size rotation when Info is pressed.

Press

/ to select whether the recorder enters TV Guide On

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To change recording defaults

1) Press / to select “Change default options” then press ENTER.

2) Press

/ to select “Record defaults” then press Menu.

“Record Defaults” appears.

e.g.

Record Defaults

go to Service Bar

start

1 min early

end

2 min late

recorder

quality done cancel

HDD

EXP-Audio

start

end

recorder

quality

Press / to select the time to start recording.

Press

/ to select the time to end recording.

/ to select the drive.

Press

/ to select the recording mode.

(For details, see

page 42.)

3) When complete, press

/ to select “done” then press ENTER.

To change reminder defaults

1) Press / to select “Change default options” then press ENTER.

2) Press

/ to select “Remind defaults” then press Menu.

“Remind Defaults” appears.

e.g.

Remind Defaults

go to Service Bar

auto tune TV

when

done cancel

yes

2 min early

3) When complete, press

auto tune TV

Press / to select whether the channel is automatically tuned to the channel you have selected.

when

Press

/ to select the time you want the reminder to appear.

/ to select “done” then press ENTER.

Note on watching TV with TV Guide On Screen

If you leave the recorder turned on without executing any action for about 3 hours, a message will appear on the TV asking you want to continue watching TV. If you want to continue watching TV, press ENTER. If you do not press ENTER, the recorder will automatically turn off within about 10 minutes.

Notes

• As the number of recorded TV programs increases, it may take several minutes for the TV Guide On Screen LISTINGS service to be displayed. In addition, conditions of the recorder can also vary the loading time.

• The TV Guide On Screen menus shown in this manual are for illustration purposes only. The channels, programs, and TV Guide On Screen information as illustrated may not be available in your area, may be subject to change.

Gemstar-TV Guide International Inc. and/or its related affiliates are not in any way liable for the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the TV Guide On Screen system and cannot guarantee service availability in your area. In no event shall Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or its related affiliates be liable for any damages in connection with the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the TV Guide On Screen system.

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Key operation - EASY NAVI & QUICK MENU

The EASY NAVI button opens “EASY NAVI Main Menu”, a main gate to the functions of this recorder. From this menu, you can access the desired functions while viewing a current picture. Additionally, QUICK MENU button provides you a sub menu of the current function.

EASY NAVI

Press EASY NAVI.

Sound is muted and the following GUI appears. (Actual displays vary depending on operational status.)

Appears when the finder shows the current broadcast.

e.g.

EASY

Main Menu

NAVI

HDD/DVD

EASY NAVI

ENTER

/ / /

PLAY

STOP

Finder

Cursor

TV Viewing

TV Guide On Screen

Delete Title

Finalize (R/RW)

Operating the finder (For the HDD, DVD-RAM discs, DVD-R/RW discs recorded on this recorder and not finalized yet)

1) When the cursor is on the finder, press / .

You can view thumbnails of recorded contents.

• You can select the drive by pressing HDD or DVD button.

2) When you find a desired content, press PLAY or ENTER.

The content is played.

• Pressing ENTER button enlarges the finder’s playback picture to the full of the screen.

• You can change playback speed. See

3) To stop, press STOP.

A current channel broadcast appears. (“TV:xxxch” accompanies.)

• Pressing REC button starts recording. On recording, see

32.

Item selection

Press / / / to select an item, then press ENTER.

(Unavailable features are grayed out.)

Item

TV Viewing

Return to current broadcast channel.

TV:12ch

005 2006/03/24 07:00am TV:18

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Function

Play Time

Play Contents

DV Recording

00:10:15

(00:54:30)

Original

HDD

Time Slip

Dubbing

Setup

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HDD

Recorded title last selected

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Finalize (R/RW)

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Setup

Recorded contents are listed in a thumbnail view.

TV Guide On Screen SCHEDULE appears.

The setting menu for recording contents from equipment connected to the DV IN terminal.

You can delete the current content. Operate according to the message.

You can access a menu to dub the current content.

You can execute the DVD-Video finalizing process on the loaded disc.

You can format the loaded disc.

A setup menu appears.

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e.g.

Quick Menu

Title information

Restart title

Exit

Bit rate

Special playback mode

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To exit the EASY NAVI

Press EASY NAVI again.

Note

• For a disc other than the specified one, the finder cannot be operated. To play the disc, exit the EASY NAVI then press the PLAY button, or select the “Play Contents” function.

Quick Menu operation

To access various optional functions of this recorder, open Quick Menu. Quick Menu displays a list of selections relevant to your current mode.

Opening Quick Menu

1) Press QUICK MENU.

The following menu (“Quick Menu”) appears. (Actual selections vary depending on operational status.)

2) Press

/ to select an item, then press

ENTER.

To exit Quick Menu

Press QUICK MENU again.

Alternatively

Select “Exit” with

/ , then press ENTER.

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Hint on reading this manual

The following icons show the playable discs for each function described on this instruction manual.

: HDD

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

DVD-VIDEO

Most instructions are based on remote control operation, unless otherwise noted. You can use the buttons on the remote control and those on the main unit as well when they have the same function.

: DVD-RAM disc

: DVD-RW disc

: DVD-R disc

: DVD video disc

: VIDEO CD

VCD

: Audio CD

(For CD containing JPEG or MP3/WMA files, see

page 74, 76.)

Recording

Recording variations for many types of programs or situations.

Before recording

Setting a timer recording using TV Guide On Screen

Recording a TV program

Recording an external source

DV recording (Recording from a digital video camera)

Deleting recorded contents

Others

If copy protection signal is detected during recording on this recorder, the recording automatically pauses and a message appears. In this case, the PAUSE button cannot release the recording. (It is possible to end the recording by pressing the STOP button.) If the copy protection signal continues, the recording will terminate.

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Recording

Before recording

Please be sure to read this critical background information prior to making a recording.

This recorder is equipped with a built-in HDD. Conventional video cassette recorders have required tapes to record, while this recorder enables recording on the HDD whenever you want, without selecting an available tape or confirming its recording time or tape remaining. Further, the DVD-RAM drive on this recorder can record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc in the same way as a tape. You can also copy contents recorded on the HDD to a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc to create your own library.

Is your recorder ready?

Before recording a TV program on this recorder, insure that channels you want to record are correctly tuned in on this recorder. If not tuned in, read the separate “INSTALLATION GUIDE” volume again, and confirm all the necessary connections and settings have been done. Also, insure the clock is set precisely for program recording.

Disc initializing Whenever you use a new DVD-RAM disc on this recorder, be sure to initialize the disc. For DVD-RAM discs, initialization is indispensable to the database system of this recorder. Normally, the HDD does not need to be formatted. If the HDD does not work normally due to a problem, format the HDD for possible recovery. Once you format the HDD, all the recorded titles and Library information are deleted. Before formatting, be sure to write library information to a DVD-RAM disc and check any titles to be deleted. DVD-RW discs can be emptied by initializing. DVD-R discs can be used on this recorder without initializing.

For details of initialization of DVD-RAM discs, see

page 34.

If an initialized DVD-RAM disc is still unusable, it may become usable by executing “DVD-RAM physical format” in “Management settings” menu. For “DVD-RAM physical format”, see

Note on recording on a DVD-RAM disc

Confirm disc compatibility and prepare an available DVD-RAM disc to record on (

Some discs may need to be formatted for use on this recorder. A message will appear asking you to execute disc formatting. Follow the procedure displayed onscreen to format the DVD-RAM disc compatible with this recorder. Some DVD-RAM discs formatted on a PC may not be usable.

page 35.

page 6, 8).

Note

• This recorder records on a DVD-RAM disc if it complies with DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0, 2.1 or 2.2. However, you may not record on some DVD-RAM discs that have complicated contents (often, to protect the recorded data). When you select a DVD-RAM disc that has already been recorded, check that the disc is suitable for recording or the remaining time of the disc is displayed. It is recommended to use a new DVD-RAM disc for an important recording.

Note on recording on a DVD-RW disc

Confirm disc compatibility and prepare an available DVD-RW disc to record on (

Some discs may need to be initialized for use on the recorder. A message will appear asking you to execute disc initializing. Follow the procedure displayed onscreen for initializing the DVD-RW disc compatible with this recorder. Some DVD-RW discs initialized on a PC may not be usable.

To play a DVD-RW disc recorded on this recorder on an other device, finalize the DVD-RW disc on this recorder. ( The finalization disables the disc’s rewritability. To rewrite a finalized DVD-RW disc, cancel the finalization (

• On DVD-RW discs recorded on other devices, you cannot execute DVD-Video finalize process or cancel the finalize process, or add recordings on this recorder.

• DVD-RW discs which are recorded on other devices and not finalized yet, cannot be read on this recorder. Do not rush to initialization. Check that the contents can be erased or not.

page 122)

page 125).

page 6, 9).

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Note on recording on a DVD-R disc

Confirm disc compatibility and prepare an available DVD-R disc to record on (

To play a DVD-R disc recorded on this recorder on other devices, finalize the DVD-R disc on this recorder. ( The finalization permanently disables the disc’s writeability. (Canceling the finalization is not possible.)

• DVD-Video finalize process cannot be canceled if once executed on a DVD-R disc.

• On DVD-R discs recorded on other devices, you cannot execute DVD-Video finalize process or add recordings on this recorder.

• DVD-R discs with the method of “DVD-Video Creation” have been alreadly executed the DVDVideo finalize process. Therefore, they cannot be added the contents.

If you want to record contents which will be copied to a DVD-R/RW disc later on

See

To check space remaining on a disc

1) Press REMAIN.

The current capacity per disc is displayed at the bottom of the screen. The current capacity of the selected drive is displayed on the front panel display.

2) After checking the capacity, press REMAIN again to turn off the display.

page 122)

page 48.

page 6, 9).

Programmed recording and operational status

The recorder gives priority to programmed recordings in every operating mode. Even if the recorder is playing, recording or editing, or even in standby mode, at a starting time of a programmed recording the recorder will make itself ready or stop those operations and start the recording. However, “Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW”

page 112) and “DVD-Video finalizing process”

(

page 122) operations may have priority over

( programmed recordings.

When the programmed settings overlap

Before the first recording is completed, the second program is scheduled to begin recording. When using a DVD-RAM disc, the recording of the previous program stops 10 seconds before the next program starts. (If you have been recording over 9 hours on the same drive, the current recording stops approximately 2 minutes before the next programme starts.) When using a DVD-R/RW disc, the recording of the previous program stops about 2 minutes before the next program starts, to complete data process. In this 2 minutes, you cannot operate the loaded DVD-R/RW disc.

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

When “HDD recording is not possible due to...” appears

The HDD is full. To record new content, delete unnecessary titles or transfer some content to a DVDRAM disc.

Notes

• The “Loading” icon appears in the top right of the screen after recording. This indicates that the unit is executing the final recording process (writing managing information). Operations other than changing channels cannot be done until this icon disappears. The time for executing this process differs depending on the recording time or capacity of the disc.

• Note that all recording content may be deleted if the unit is disconnected from a wall outlet, or a power failure occurs, during recording.

• If a power failure occurs within 5 minutes prior to the programed recording start time, the programmed recording may not be executed.

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Quick Menu

Bit rate

Special playback mode

Disc management

DVD compatible mode

Aspect ratio(Video mode)

DVD-Video:CHP create

User record quality

SAP

Exit

Disc information

DVD format

e.g.

DV D format

0 0 1 –

Disc Number Disc Name

Start Cancel

Edit Edit

Format

e.g.

Before recording (Continued)

Initializing a DVD-RAM/RW disc (Logical format)

Be sure to read this section prior to using a DVD-RAM/RW disc on this recorder for the first time. For DVD-R, initializing is not necessary.

A disc should be initialized in the following cases: (The recorder may display a message to request you to do so.)

e.g.

When you use a DVD-RAM/RW disc on this recorder for the first time. If data fragments produced by repeated recording or erasing have accumulated. If a disc error has occurred. When you want to record on a DVD-RAM disc for PC. (

page 8)

Initializing formats a disc logically and insures that it will perform to its full capability. However, this erases all data on the disc, so make sure that it does not matter if data on the disc is erased whenever you initialize a disc.

3) Press ENTER.

/ to select “DVD format,” then press

How to initialize a disc

To initialize a DVD-RAM disc, load it in the recorder. See

page 20 for loading a disc.

1) Press QUICK MENU.

The following menu appears. (The actual contents depends on the operational status of the recorder.)

e.g.

Quick Menu

Bit rate

Special playback mode

Disc management

DVD compatible mode

Aspect ratio(Video mode)

DVD-Video:CHP create

User record quality

SAP Exit

2) Press

/ to select “Disc management,” then

press ENTER.

A sub menu appears on the right side.

Numbering a disc

The recorder automatically numbers discs when initializing. However, you can assign a desired number (using 3 digits) and designate sides A and B on a doublesided disc. (DVD-RW discs cannot be numbered.) (1) Press

/ buttons to select “Edit” of “Disc Number”

then press the ENTER button. (2) Press (3) Press

/ buttons to select a digit.

/ buttons to shift. (4) Repeat steps (2) and (3). (5) Press ENTER button.

Naming a disc

You can name a disc. (1) Press

/ buttons to select “Edit” of “Disc Name,” then press ENTER button. The character input window appears.

(2) Enter a disc name following the procedure of

“Entering characters” (

(3) Press

button to eliminate the window.

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e.g.

HDD auto stop All HDD titles delete

Front Display

Off Off

High speed

xxxx/xxxx

Management settings

DVD-RAM physical format DVD Drive speed setting

Version (Main/DVD drive)

HDD format

Network Setting

Genre setting

4) Press / to select “Start,” then press ENTER.

e.g.

DV D format

Entire disc contents excluding

library data will be erased

if disc is formatted. Proceed?

Start

Cancel

5) Press

Format

/ to select “Start,” then press ENTER.

Initialization starts.

e.g.

DV D format

DVD

Formatting

Format

When the initialization is completed, the setup window disappears.

1) Press SETUP.

2) Press

/ to select “Management settings”

then press ENTER.

3) Press

/ to select “DVD-RAM Physical

Format,” then press ENTER.

4) Press

/ to select “Yes,” then press ENTER to

execute.

Warning: It will take approximately 70 minutes to format a 4.7GB DVD-RAM and all data will be erased. Confirm t

hat timer programing is not

scheduled.

Proceed?

Yes

To cancel, select “No”, then press ENTER button.

5) Read the message, and press

/ to select

“Yes” or “No”, then press ENTER.

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DVD-RAM physical format

Physical formatting is a simple execution for a disc which cannot be used or read (or which is becoming hard to read). It may refresh such a disc for recording and playback. (There is no guarantee that all such discs will be recovered.) “DVD-RAM logical format” process only rewrites certain data on file system and management information, however, “DVD-RAM physical format” rewrites all data on a disc, therefore it takes a much longer time to complete. For a 4.7GB single sided DVD-RAM, about 70 minutes will be necessary. While processing, all recorder operations and functions including program recording will not work until the process is finished. Also this process erases all data stored on the DVD-RAM disc.

Notes

• The physical format process may fail if executed to a dirty DVD-RAM disc. Also, the disc may be difficult to record, even if it is finished. Before executing DVD-RAM physical format process, be sure to confirm the disc is not dirty. Clean it if necessary. If the disc has scratches or dust beyond cleaner’s efficacy, do not execute DVD-RAM physical format process on the disc.

• The following DVD-RAM discs require physical formatting: – A disc which is not formatted correctly. – The disc which has errors during writing because of dirt

on the disc, and cannot be further recorded, or cannot initialize normally.

• You need to start physical formatting from the first step again when you use a failed disc.

• Physical formatting does not work if the disc contains a lot of voids beyond the limitation of this recorder.

• If an error occurs in physical formatting, “ERR-01” appears in the front panel display. To turn off the message, press DISPLAY button on the remote control.

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Before recording (Continued)

Entering characters

e.g.

CONTENT

Cursor

An entered character will appear here.

Language

Chapter

English

Spanish French German Italian etc...

Cursor

Title information

003

Select

12345678 0

=/’9 qwe r t y u i p [ ]o asdf ghjk : BkSpl zxcvbnm, / Delete

Space Space Space

Input

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

;

Direct(0-9)

INSTANT SKIPINSTANT SKIP

Clear All

DELETEDELETE

Caps Lock : Space

CLEARCLEAR

Indicates the end of the first line on CONTENT MENU.

Indicates the limit of Characters displayable on CONTENT MENU.

The character being selected appears.

All ClearBkSp

Operation guide

ReturnSave@

Operation guidance of the remote control

To enter the character, normally use / / / buttons on the remote. About the other buttons to be used are shown on the operation guide.

: Shifts the cursor.

2 3

: Enters a number.

4 5 6 7 8 9

DELETEDELETE

: Erases one character immediately to the left

side of the cursor.

CLEARCLEAR

: Erases all the characters.

: Caps Lock

: Saves the changes and returns to the

previous screen.

: Cancels the changes and returns to the

previous screen.

: Enters a space.

;

INSTANT SKIPINSTANT SKIP

: Enters a symbol.

Switching a language

Before entering a character, move a cursor to the language selection area by pressing Then press

/ buttons to select a language, then

/ buttons.

press ENTER button.

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Entering characters

The cursor may be followed by unwanted characters. You can erase them if necessary by either of the following measures:

Introduction

Erasing characters

• Erasing all the characters on the writing board Select “Clear All” by pressing press ENTER button. Alternatively, press CLEAR button.

• Erasing one character before the cursor Select “BkSp” by pressing press ENTER button. Alternatively, press DELETE button.

(1) Press (2) Press

press ENTER button.

The selected character is input on the cursor. (3) Repeat steps (1) and (2) to enter characters. (4) When finished, press

characters.

The characters you entered appears.

Notes

• You can enter up to 64 characters.

• When unnecessary information appears, or when you want

to alter the input character, press CLEAR button to erase all, or press DELETE button to erase an unnecessary character.

button to select an input mode.

/ / / buttons to select a character, then

/ / / buttons, then

button to save the

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Selecting a disc according to purposes of use (DVD-RAM/R/RW)

There are various types of discs having different standards. Select one for your purpose of use.

Purposes of use

• Editing after recording (e.g. deleting unnecessary portions, dividing chapters).

• Recording so that the sound of bilingual broadcast can be switched.

• Recording a Recording-once-permitted program.

• Pause TV. ChaseTV.

Available disc

Internal HDD (hard disc drive) DVD-RAM disc (Ver. 2.0/2.1/2.2)

• You can repeatedly record/delete the contents.

• Playing discs recorded on this recorder with other

DVD players.

(Some DVD players may not play these discs.)

Available disc

DVD-R disc (Ver. 2.0/2.1)

Once you record on a DVD-R disc, you cannot delete or rewrite the contents in DVD-Video mode (Video mode).

DVD-RW disc (Ver. 1.1/1.2)

Finalizing a DVD-R/RW disc

You can see the contents recorded on a DVD-R/RW disc with other DVD players by finalizing. For details, see

When recording on a DVD-R/RW disc you need to set up the recorder due to the restriction by the DVDVideo standard. For details, see the next page.

page 122.

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Setting for recording on a DVD-R/RW disc in Video mode

ENTER

This setting is necessary to play the contents on a DVD-R/RW disc with other DVD players.

Items to set up

When recording in Video mode, there are some restrictions by DVD-Video standard. Therefore, it is necessary to set up these items below. Set up the items in advance before copying contents from the HDD to a DVD-R/RW disc.

DVD compatible mode

Only the main sound and SAP sound are available for recording in Video mode under DVD-R/RW standard.

Press SETUP.

SETUP

How to set up

SETUP menu appears.

Introduction

Recording

Playback

Off: This is not for recording on a DVD-R/RW

disc. Depending on Picture/Audio settings, making DVD Video may not be possible. (When recording directly on a DVD-R/RW disc in DVD-Video mode, the recording proceeds with “Main” on even though “Off” is set.)

Main: In multichannel broadcasting, only the main

sound is recorded.

SAP: In multichannel broadcasting, only SAP

sound is recorded.

Aspect ratio

“4:3” and “16:9” cannot be mixed in one title. Therefore, set the aspect ratio before recording. 4:3: Set the aspect ratio to 4:3 16:9: Set the aspect ratio to 16:9

Chapter dividing (“DVD-Video:CHP Create”)

This is the setting to divide a title into some chapters. It is convenient to skip scenes. Off: Chapter dividing is not available. 5 min, 10 min, 15 min, 20 min: Select an interval for chapter dividing.

Note

• When the number of chapters reaches a limit, chapters are not divided anymore. The limit number of chapters is dependent on conditions of a DVD-R/RW disc.

Select “DVD recorder operation” and press ENTER.

e.g.

DVD recorder operation

User record quality Picture record mode Input Black level Aspect ratio(Video mode) DVD compatible mode DVD-Video:CHP create Rec DNR 3D Y/C separation Relay recording

Select “Aspect ratio (Video mode)” and press ENTER.

e.g.

DVD recorder operation

User record quality Picture record mode Input Black level

Aspect ratio(Video mode)

DVD compatible mode DVD-Video:CHP create Rec DNR 3D Y/C separation Relay recording

Press / to select an item and press ENTER.

e.g.

DVD recorder operation

User record quality Picture record mode Input Black level Aspect ratio(Video mode) DVD compatible mode DVD-Video:CHP create Rec DNR 3D Y/C separation Relay recording

Standard 4:3 Off Off Off On On

Standard

4:3

Off Off Off On On

Standard 4:3 Off Off Off On On

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4:3

16:9

Others

Set up “DVD compatible mode” and “DVD-Video: CHP create” as step 3, 4.

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DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

Setting a timer recording using TV Guide On Screen

To record TV programs and end them automatically, follow the procedures of this chapter. When using a satellite box, only manual timer recordings are available for setting recordings. See Before setting recording, see “Before recording” (

• When you record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc, load it into the recorder.

• Make sure that the disc has enough space to record.

• Set “DVD Compatible mode” beforehand. (

• To record satellite TV programs, set a recording manually (

If you do not need to change recording options (recording mode or time range), see “With recording frequency selection only” below.

If you want to change these recording options, follow the procedure of “Changing the recording options” procedure (

page 43.

page 32).

Preparation

– Load a disc which has sufficient remaining space to record the program. – Make sure the loaded disc is not write-protected.

page 39)

page 43)

page 41) or “Set recording by specifying details manually” ( page 43).

With recording frequency selection only

Press TV Guide.

Start

TV Guide On Screen LISTINGS appears.

TV Guide

Press / to select a TV program to record.

For searching a TV program, see page 24.

ENTER

Press REC repeatedly to select the recording frequency.

Each time you press REC button, the icon changes.

REC

For the icons, see

page 42.

Note

• Recording will be executed on the defaut settings ( page 28).

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Changing the recording options

Introduction

Press TV Guide, then press / to select a TV program to record.

Recording

Start

TV Guide

ENTER

Or to search for a TV program, see page 24.

Press Menu.

“Episode Options” appears.

Press / to select “set recording” then press ENTER.

“Record Options” appears.

ENTER

Press / to shift and press / to select.

e.g.

Record Options

schedule recording

frequency

start

end

On time

recorder

quality

XP-Audio

cancel

once

On time

HDD

Playback

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ENTER

frequency: See the next page.

start: Choices are between 120 minutes early and 120 minutes late, to “On time”. (Default = ”On time”)

end: Choices are between 120 minutes early and 120 minutes late, to “On time”. (Default = ”On time”)

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Setting a timer recording using TV Guide On Screen® (Continued)

recorder: HDD: Records onto the HDD. DVD: Records onto a loaded disc.

quality: See “Recording mode”

When complete, press / to select “schedule recording” then ENTER.

“Record Options” is closed. The icon appears on the TV program.

ENTER

Note

If you cancel the selections, select “cancel” then press ENTER button.

Frequency of recordings/reminders and icon

Recording

Reminder

Icon

Once

One time execution

Regularly

Daily*

Weekly

Off

*For “new manual recording” and “new manual reminder” only.

For a program on the same channel and at the same start time

For a program on the same channel and at the same start time of Monday through Friday

For a program on the same channel and at the same start time on the selected day of the week.

Keeps infomation without executing, until the frequency is changed.

Meaning

Recording quality (recording mode)

8.0

9.2

4.8

6.2

3.2

4.6

3.0

2.2

1.4

1.0

Sound

quality

L-PCM

D/M2

L-PCM

D/M1

L-PCM

D/M1

Mode

Bit rate

XP-Audio

EXP-Audio

EXP

SP-Audio

SEP

User

The recording times listed above are for reference purposes only and are not guaranteed. Recording times may vary.

See page 183.

Recording

time*

1.5

*4.7GB DVD-RAM disc

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Setting recording by specifying by details manually

1) Press TV Guide.

2) Press

3) Press Menu.

“Schedule Options” appears.

4) Press manual recording” then press ENTER.

“Record Options” appears.

5) Set the details.

6) When finishing the setting, press ENTER to select “schedule recording”.

7) Press ENTER again to close “Record Options”.

/ to select “SCHEDULE”.

/ to select “new

123

456

789

e.g.

/ to shift.

to input digits.

to change the parameter.

Enter the date (Month/Day/Year).

Set the start time.

Set the end time.

Select a channel.

Select a recording source. Tuner: TV broadcasts

Line 1, 2, 3: Satellite TV, etc.

Select a recording media.

Select a picture quality.

Select how often programmed recording is executed.

Setting recording (For satellite box users)

1) Press TV Guide.

2) Press

3) Press Menu.

“Schedule Options” appears.

4) Press manual recording” then press ENTER.

“Record Options” appears.

5) Set the details.

* Available only when “IR control” is set to “On”.

6) When finishing the setting, press ENTER to select “schedule recording”.

7) Press ENTER again to close “Record Options”.

/ to select “SCHEDULE”.

/ to select “new

123

456

to input digits.

789

to change the parameter.

e.g.

to shift.

Enter the date (Month/Day/Year).

Set the start time.

Set the end time.

Select a channel*. (For “Line 3” input only.

Be sure to set “input” to “Line 3”.)

Select “Line 3”.

Select a recording media.

Select a picture quality.

Select how often programmed recording is executed.

Notes

• The disc tray does not close automatically, even when the recording start time arrives. Set the recorder loaded an available DVD-RAM/R/RW disc beforehand.

• It it not possible to record the same contents onto both the HDD and a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc simultaneously.

• When there is little time before a programmed recording starts, you may not be able to start another recording.

• Playback of the DVD drive pauses when a programmed recording onto the HDD starts.

• Do not change TV Guide On Screen settings (e.g., cable input, brand, etc.) while a recording is programmed. After then,

make the programing again if necessary.

• Confirm the “DVD compatible mode” ( page 184) setting. “Main” or “SAP” records main sound or sub-sound of multiplex broadcasts respectively, and does not record the other. Therefore, select “Main” or “SAP” only when you record onto a DVD- R/RW disc.

• When recording onto a DVD-R/RW disc, set “DVD compatible mode” ( page 184) to the desired recording sound for each timer program.

• When recordings conflict, “RECORDINGS CONFLICT!” appears. Read the message, and choose an option by pressing / then press ENTER button.

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Deleting a recording

2 ways are available.

On LISTINGS

1) Press TV Guide.

2) Select a TV program you have set to record (icon displayed).

3) Press Menu.

“Episode Options” appears.

4) Press press ENTER.

5) Read the message, and press “yes” (if you want to delete), then press ENTER to exit.

On SCHEDULE

1) Press TV Guide.

2) Press

3) Press to record.

4) Press Menu.

“Episode Options” appears.

5) Press press ENTER.

6) Read the message, and press “yes” (if you want to delete), then press ENTER to exit.

/ to select “delete recording”, then

/ to select

/ to select “SCHEDULE”.

/ to select a TV program you have set

/ to select “delete recording”, then

/ to select

Correcting a recording

1) Press TV Guide.

2) Press

3) Press to record.

4) Press Menu.

“Episode Options” appears.

5) Press press ENTER.

“Record Options” appears.

6) Change the selections.

7) Press press ENTER.

/ to select “SCHEDULE”.

/ to select a TV program you have set

/ to select “edit recording”, then

/ to select “schedule recording”, then

To stop a scheduled recording

1) Press TV Guide.

2) Press currently being recorded.

3) Press REC repeatedly until the recording icon disappears.

/ / / to select the TV program

Turning the power off automatically after completing a scheduled recording

1) While executing a scheduled recording, press QUICK MENU.

Quick Menu appears.

2) Press press ENTER.

/ to select “Auto power off” then

Keeping the power on even after the scheduled recording finished

If the recorder turns itself on to execute a scheduled recording, it will turn itself off after finishing the recording. You can restrict this and keep the recorder powered on.

1) While executing a scheduled recording, press QUICK MENU.

2) Press then press ENTER.

/ to select “Continuous power on”

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HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

Recording a TV program

To record a TV program currently being broadcast, follow the procedures of this chapter.

Preparation

• When you record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc, load it into the recorder.

- Load a disc which has sufficient space available to record the program.

- Make sure the loaded disc is not write-protected.

• If you record on a DVD-R/RW disc, set “DVD compatible mode” ( recording, “Off” setting is regarded as “Main.”

• If you record on a DVD-R/RW disc, set “Aspect Ratio(Video mode)” (

page 184) to “Main” or “SAP.” In DVD-R/RW

page 184) according to recording sources.

Press HDD or DVD to select a media to record on.

Start

HDD

DVD

HDD : To record on the HDD. DVD : To record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc.

Select a channel to record.

Use any of the followings:

CH/Page

123

456

789

• CH/Page buttons (

• Number buttons

• TV Guide On Screen (

/ )

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Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode.

Each time you press the button, the recording mode

REC MODE

indicator (SP/LP/MN) on the front panel changes.

Recording mode

The REC MODE button sets the following recording modes; 2 modes (SP, LP) with fixed picture and sound quality, and 1 (MN) for your customizing.

e.g. When a single sided 4.7GB DVD-RAM is used:

Recording mode

Recording time Picture quality

Approx. 2 hours

Approx. 4 hours

Variable according to your setting. See

page 46, 183.

Standard quality

Inferior to SP

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Recording a TV program (Continued)

You can set in advance the desired mode for each recording media (“HDD”, “DVD”). See below. Also for your customization of the MN mode, see below.

Press REC.

Recording starts.

REC

Customizing the MN mode

1) During stop or at step 3 on page 45, press QUICK MENU.

2) Press

/ to select “User record quality” then

press ENTER.

3) Change the setting for each recording media.

• Press / to select “HDD” or “DVD”.

• Press ADJUST to select the setting

number (1 - 5).

e.g.

User record quality

Setting 1 – – –

HDD

Manual

6.6

Custom setting

Mode

Setting

Manual1

Manual

Total recording time: approx. 71min.

(with 4.7 GB unused)

L-PCM

Rate

6.6

4.6

2.2

6.0

3.2

DVD

4.6

Audio quality

L-PCM

D/M1

D/M2

D/M1

You can customize each setting. Press / / / to select “Mode”, “Rate” or ‘“Audio quality”, then press ADJUST to change the value.

4) Press ENTER.

The menu disappears.

Notes

• To record a high quality picture, select “MN” to raise a bit rate. The higher the bit rate, the better the picture quality is, but the shorter the recording length becomes. We recommend that you set this between 6.0 Mbps and 6.8 Mbps.

• You can change the combination of picture and audio quality settings also by displaying the Quick Menu on LIBRARY MENU or in stop mode, then selecting “User Record Quality”. Either of the above methods updates the setting of this recorder.

• If you set “SP” or “LP”, you cannot select “L-PCM”.

• Depending on the audio quality settings, the upper limit for

the picture quality setting differs.

• You can adjust the manual rate for picture quality by

0.2 Mbps from 2.0 to 9.2. (You cannot set the rate from 1.4 to 2.0.)

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Notes

• During recording, you cannot change the recording parameters, such as modes, channels, etc.

• The number of titles cannot exceed 99 for a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc or 396 for the HDD.

• One continuous recording cannot exceed in any case 9 hours. Recording automatically stops at 9 hours.

• Even during normal recording, you can set the programmed recording.

• You cannot start recording immediately before a programmed recording starts.

• For recorded sound, see page 73.

• During monaural sound recording, the same sound is recorded on both the left and right channels.

• When “Audio” is set to “L-PCM”, multi-channel sound is recorded as stereo sound. When playing this recorded sound, you

will hear MAIN and SAP sounds simultaneously. Press AUDIO button to select a desired sound.

•

When “DVD compatible mode” is set to “Main” or “SAP”, the unit records the same sounds on both the left and right channels when receiving monaural sound. When receiving the multi-channel sound, the selected sound, Main or SAP, is recorded on both the left and right channels

• Depending on the disc contents, pressing REC button may take a longer time to start recording.

•

When a starting time of a programmed recording comes, a recording in execution is stopped and the programmed recording starts. If you do not want to stop the recording, cancel the timer program before it starts

• Even if you set “Aspect ratio(Video mode)” ( page 184) to “16:9”, images are recorded in 4:3 aspect ratio when using a DVD-R/RW disc with “Rate” set to “1.0” (Mbps) or “1.4” (Mbps).

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To stop recording

Press STOP.

To pause recording (to omit an unnecessary portion)

During recording, press PAUSE.

To resume recording, press it again.

Note

• Pausing recording automatically creates a new chapter division at that point.

To change a TV channel to be recorded

1) During recording, press PAUSE.

Recording pauses.

2) Press CH/Page or the number buttons to change the channel.

3) Press PAUSE to resume recording.

To view a TV program while recording another

1) Start recording on this recorder.

2) On a connected TV, select the TV mode.

3) Using the channel selector of the TV, select a desired channel on the TV.

To reduce noise on recordings (Rec DNR)

Before recording, set “Rec DNR” ( page 185).

To record and play at the same time

To start recording while playing a disc

Stop playback, then select the other disc by pressing HDD or DVD button, and start recording on that disc.

To play a disc while recording on another disc

Select the disc that is not being recorded by pressing HDD or DVD button, and start playback on the disc.

Note

• During a dubbing job, the unoccupied drive is available for recording or playback, however, cannot perform a function which records and plays simultaneously.

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Recording a TV program (Continued)

To play a recorded title while recording another on the same disc (Recorded Title Play)

HDD

DVD-RAM

During recording, you can play a title recorded on the same disc.

1) While recording, press CONTENT MENU.

2) Press press ENTER.

Playback of the selected title starts.

Pressing STOP button stops playback, and the content currently being recorded returns. If you press PLAY button, playback resumes from the location you last stopped.

Notes

• The playback picture may appear after a delay of several seconds.

• While you are using this function, the following operations/ functions are not available.

- Programmed playback (repeat playback, intro scan etc.)

- Editing (Playlist programming, dubbing, title/chapter

naming, title thumbnail setting, etc.)

• This function is not available during the 10 minutes overlapped portion of the relay recording ( page 56).

• Depending on the data condition, playback may pause.

• During a dubbing job, this function is not available.

/ / / to select a desired title, then

When recording contents which will be copied to a DVD-R/RW disc later on

Before recording, set “DVD compatible mode” ( page 184) to “On”. Each timer program must to be set its “DVD compatible mode” from Quick Menu.

Creating chapters while recording

Press CHP DIVIDE button.

The content is divided into two chapters at the point you pressed the button.

Note

• If you want to divide into chapters at desired points on DVD-R/RW discs, use this method. On those discs, you cannot create chapters after recording.

Creating chapters automatically at regular intervals

Set “DVD-Video:CHP Create” ( page 185).

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Recording

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

Recording an external source

You can record programs from connected equipment on the HDD or a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc.

Connect according to A or B.

• To record a clearer picture, use the S video jack.

To video output jack

External equipment

To video output jack

To audio output jacks

Audio cable

Video cable

A: Using the input jacks on the rear of the recorder

Video cable

Audio cable

To audio output jack

Red

YellowWhite

B: Using the input jacks on the front of the recorder

INPUT1 (L-1)

INPUT3 (L-3)

Rear of the recorder

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White Red

INPUT 2 (L-2)

For recording from a digital video camera recorder, etc. connected to the DV input terminal on the front panel, see

page 52, “DV recording.”

Yellow

Preparation

• When you record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc, load it into the recorder. – Load a disc which has sufficient remaining space to record the program. – Make sure the loaded disc is not write-protected.

Notes

• If a source of high quality sound track such as DVD audio is recorded with this recorder, the sound quality becomes regular

audio CD quality. Refer to the instructions of the connected equipment.

• When you record an external source onto a DVD-R/RW disc or the contents which will be copied to a DVD-R/RW disc later

on, set the connected equipment to output sound you want to record (if selectable such as multiplex broadcasting), as the recorder records sounds of an external source in stereo onto a DVD-R/RW disc, ignoring the setting of “DVD compatible mode” ( page 184).

• DVD-R/RW discs cannot record contents with copy restriction signal embedded (copy-protected or copy once contents),

DVD-RAM discs can record copy once contents.

• Some satellite programs via a connected tuner may contain both 4:3 pictures and 16:9 pictures. DVD-R/RW discs cannot

record such contents under the restriction of the DVD-Video standard. To record these programs, use the HDD or DVD-RAM discs.

• Depending on the source recording device used and how that device is set up, the video and sound quality of the recording

may vary slightly from the video and sound quality of the source device.

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Press INPUT SELECT repeatedly so that “L-1,” “L-2,” or “L-3” appears on the front panel

display, corresponding to the input in which the device is connected.

Each time you press the button, the indicator changes.

INPUT SELECT

L-1: To record pictures from equipment connected to

the INPUT1 jacks on the rear panel.

L-2: To record pictures from equipment connected to

the INPUT2 jacks on the front panel.

L-3: To record pictures from equipment connected to

the INPUT3 jacks on the rear panel.

L-U: To record pictures currently played (

Select “L-3” to record pictures from a connected satellite box using the DSS set top box control function.

page 110).

Start

Press HDD or DVD to select a recording media.

HDD

DVD

Press REC of this recorder to start recording.

HDD : To record on the HDD. DVD : To record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc.

REC

Start playback of the source content on the connected equipment.

When recording is completed, press STOP.

STOP

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Notes on recording from a connected VCR or camcorder

Check the condition of the source equipment before playing.

Set the equipment in a good condition, e.g. clean the head or adjust the tracking, etc. to obtain optimum playback. Bad conditions may produce noises in playback. These noises may be detected as copy protection signals, resulting in a stoppage of the recording. Play a source in an usual mode. Avoid using any correcting or enhancing features, as they may add signals which can be detected as copy protection signals. Source quality or tape condition beyond adjustments on the source equipment may stop a recording on this recorder.

Do not operate the source equipment during recording on this recorder.

Operations such as pausing, resuming, fast-forwarding (CUE) and fast-reversing (REVIEW), etc. may produce noises, which may be detected as copy protection signals. Therefore, first start playback on the source equipment to confirm that the desired source can be played properly, and then start recording on this recorder. Do not operate the source equipment during recording. After completing the desired scene, stop the recording on the recorder, and then stop the playback on the source equipment. Delete unnecessary scenes using editing functions ( recording. After operating the source equipment, resume the recording as above.

page 55). If you want to operate the source equipment during recording, pause or stop the

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When recording from a camcorder

Follow the above notes. Be sure to power the camcorder with its AC adapter, not batteries. If batteries are run down, the recording may not be finished completely.

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DVD-RAM

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DV recording (Recording from a digital video camera)

You can connect a DV format digital video camera to the DV IN terminal to record from it.

Preparation

• Press HDD or DVD button to select a recording media

• Connect a DV format digital video camera to the DV IN terminal on the front panel.

DV IN terminal

Press EDIT MENU.

“EDIT MENU Main Menu” appears.

EDIT MENU

Start

Press / to select “DV Recording”.

e.g.

EDIT

Main Menu

ENTER

DV Recording

When using DV terminal, it is used for setting up Auto Chapter Creation and User record quality.

DV Original Picture

Saved Title

Recording

3 4 521

Press ENTER.

“EDIT MENU DV Recording (Option Setting)” appears.

e.g.

EDIT

DV Recording (Option Setting)

ENTER

This display will also appear when a DV format digital video camera connected to the DV IN terminal is turned on

DVD-Video:CHP Create

User record quality

DV Chapter Create

DV Audio Input

4.6

HDD

Source

DV Recording

Chapter Editing

Edit Functions

Playlist Editing

Dub Selected Items

Rate Conv. Items

Combine ORG Title

DVD-Video Creation

DVD-Video Finalizing

Del Selected Items

Off By Date By Scene

Off

5min. 10min. 15min. 20min.

Stereo1(L2+R2) Stereo2(L2+R2)

Change

D/M1

AAA

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Press / / / to make the settings.

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As you select each item, an explanation is provided.

ENTER

Press / / / to select “Next”, then press ENTER.

ENTER

Play a connected DV format digital video camera and pause the playback at a desired

scene.

To change the picture and sound rates:

1) Press

2) On the “User record quality” display, press ADJUST

3) Press ENTER button.

Details of the recording appears.

/ buttons to select “Change” then press

ENTER button.

button to select a setting number.

e.g.

EDIT

DV Recording

“Play” and then “Pause” with the connected equipment to DV.

Manufacturer

Equipement

-------------------

Rec

Remaining Space User record quality DV Chapter Create

AAA

Recording Time

Full Display

Recording Media : DVD

Rec

Equipment with DV Terminal

Playback Time

––:––:––:––F

Stop(Save)

––:––:–– ––:––:––

4.6

D/M1

Off

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Press / / / to select “Rec”, then press ENTER.

Recording starts.

ENTER

To pause the recording, select “Pause” by

/ / / buttons then press ENTER button.

To stop the recording, select “Stop (Save)” by

/ / / buttons then press ENTER button.

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Notes

• The DV IN terminal of this recorder supports only input from a DV format digital video camera. It cannot output to a connected device. Some models of DV format digital video cameras may be not compatible.

• At step 5, you can enlarge the video image by selecting “Full Display”, then pressing ENTER button.

• If “DV Chapter Create” is set to “Off” and you record onto a

DVD-R/RW disc, chapters are automatically made according to “DVD-Video:CHP create” setting ( page 185). The number of chapters has the limit. Chapters are divided with a margin of about 0.5 second or less according to the DVD-Video standard.

• DV recording does not start in the following cases:

- While recording or in the time slip mode.

- While operating TV Guide On Screen, CONTENT MENU or LIBRARY MENU.

- If the recorder’s clock is not set yet.

- Within 2 minutes before programmed recording starts, or during programmed recording.

• If DV recording overlaps with programmed recording, the DV recording will stop 2 minutes before the programmed recording starts, and the programmed recording will be executed.

• DV recording does not work if the DV IN terminal is connected to equipment other than DV format digital video camera, such as a PC.

• Depending on the connected DV format digital video camera, the display at step 5 may not show “Manufacturer” or “Equipment”.

• If the DV IN terminal is connected to more than one DV format digital video camera, DV recording may not work properly. For proper functioning of DV recording, connect only one device to the DV IN terminal.

• DV recording is not compatible with Relay recording.

• Do not keep the DV IN terminal connected unless you

record from a DV format digital video camera, as it may give influence on the recorder if operated.

• If you leave “EDIT MENU DV Recording” unoperated for about 15 minutes, it switches to the full mode if “Screen protector” ( page 181) is set to “On.”

• When you want to record both stereo 1 and stereo 2 sounds from a DV format digital video camera, additionally make a connection to the audio input jacks on this recorder using cables such as audio/video cables supplied with the DV format digital video camera. ( page 52)

• If a DV format digital video camera is not recognized, pull out the plug and connect it again.

• Some models of DV format digital video cameras may support a different compression format. From such equipment, recording is not possible.

• Depending on the models of DV format digital video cameras, recording may not work properly or some functions may be disabled.

• On an input source from a DV tape which is partly recorded over, chapters may not be made properly.

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HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

Deleting recorded contents

Important note

Any deleted title/chapter (original) cannot be restored. Before deleting, be sure to check contents on the disc.

On a finalized DVD-R/RW disc, this feature is not possible.

To delete a title (chapter)

Press CONTENT MENU, then press / / /

Start

to select a title to delete.

To display chapters, press button.

e.g.

CONTENT

Title List Page

HDD :

2006/03/24 07:00 am TV:4

Original

2006/03/29 09:00 pm TV:3

Original

2006/04/07 11:00 am TV:4

Press DELETE.

1/ 2

(0:53:45)

(0:52:40)

(0:30:08)

2006/03/24 11:00 pm TV:6

(0:29:50)

Original

2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8

(0:54:30)

Original

2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10

(0:51:28)

HDD

Select a title to delete pressing

Alternate method: Press QUICK MENU button, then press select “Title delete” (“Chapter delete”) and press ENTER button.

/ buttons to

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Read the message and press / to select “Yes,” then press ENTER.

Deleting multiple specified parts

1) Press HDD or DVD to select a disc that contains

titles or chapters you want to delete.

2) Press EDIT MENU.

3) Press

press ENTER.

“EDIT MENU Del Selected items” appears.

Notes

• Deleting a title (a chapter) decreases the numbers of the succeeding titles (chapters).

• A chapter for under 5 seconds or shorter may not be deleted. Deleting a short chapter may not change the display of the

available disc volume.

• Deleting a playlist title/chapter does not affect the original title/chapter.

• Deleting an original title/chapter affects all the corresponding playlist title/chapters.

• Deleting all chapters in a title erases the title itself.

• Titles and chapters which contain still pictures cannot be deleted.

• On a DVD-R/RW disc, deleting is not possible if the disc is finalized ( page 122).

• Chapters in a DVD-R/RW disc cannot be deleted.

• On a DVD-RW disc, only the last title recorded can restore the disc capacity by being deleted.

•

On a DVD-R disc, deleting cannot restore the disc capacity

/ to select “Del selected items,” then

4) Select a part (a title or chapter) to delete.

(To select a part, see

5) Press ENTER.

The recorder begins the deletion process.

To cancel deleting, press then press ENTER button.

repeatedly to select “Start”, then press

page 93 – 94.)

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To protect recorded content

You can protect recorded contents of the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc from unexpected deletion. Protection is provided for each title (original).

1) Perform steps 1 and 2 in “Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU)” ( select a title.

2) Press QUICK MENU button, and press buttons to select “Title information”. Then press ENTER button.

3) Press QUICK MENU button, and press buttons to select “Lock” and then press ENTER button.

The mark

Notes

• To cancel protection, repeat this procedure.

• Disc initialization erases all titles on a disc even if they are

protected.

• Executing “All HDD titles delete”( page 186) erases all titles on the HDD even if they are protected.

Relay recording

This function automatically diverts a recording to the HDD if a DVD-RAM disc is near capacity.

When the remaining time of the DVD-RAM disc has reached about 10 minutes, the recorder starts recording the same content on the HDD as well as DVD-RAM. The chapter marks are automatically made at the start and end points of the overlapped recording portion. You can delete the unnecessary overlapped portion afterwards by referring to the chapter marks.

DVD-RAM disc

Recording start

To engage the Relay Recording function, set “Relay recording” to “On” (

Notes

• When the capacity of the HDD is not sufficient, the operation is canceled.

• While recording the overlapped portion, you cannot pause the recording.

• While recording the overlapped portion, you cannot play a recorded title on the same disc.

• When another programmed recording is set just after the relay recording, the relay recording stops about 2 minutes before the next programmed recording starts.

appears.

HDD

Recording end

10min.

page 185).

page 60) to

DVD-RAM

HDD

Technical Information

About recording time

The recording time of a typical VCR (Video Cassette Recorder) is determined by the length of a video tape and recording speed (SP, LP, etc.). Video tapes with various recording times are available on the market. On the other hand, the recording time of a DVD-RAM/ R/RW depends on the bit rate (Mbps: amount of data transmitted per second), which can be varied in MPEG2 (Moving Picture Experts Group2) compression technology. As an example, when you pour water into a bucket from a faucet, the faster the water flows, the sooner the bucket is filled with water. On the other hand, the slower the water flows, the more slowly the bucket is filled. A DVD-RAM/R/RW is, so to speak, like a bucket, and the degree you turn the faucet is bit rate, the time required to fill the bucket with water is the recording time available for a disc. The higher you set the bit rate (making much more water flow), the sooner a disc is filled. Consequently, the recording time becomes shorter. The lower you set the bit rate, the longer time it takes to fill a disc.

About picture quality (SP, LP, MN (Manual) mode)

The higher you set the bite rate, the more the volume of information for the picture. The lower the bit rate, the less the volume of picture information. However a high bit rate does not always mean that the picture quality is high. The difference between the 1.4 Mbps and 9.2 Mbps is obvious, but when comparing similar bit rates, the difference may be insignificant. Generally when you set the bit rate low for a longer recording, the data volume shortage will result in a lack of detail information. As a result, the picture quality is decreased (more noticeable with dynamically moving images). For example, square noises (block noise) may occur in a scene with fast action or a scene with light and shadows, such as a water surface. This recorder has two settings, 2 hour recording at “SP” mode or 4 hour recording at “LP” mode (both assume a blank 4.7 GB DVD-RAM). It is recommended to consider the “SP” mode as a standard mode and use the “LP” mode when you want to record for long time regardless of the picture quality. When you want to record a music program or animation with high picture quality, it is recommended that you select the “MN” mode. If you select more than 6 Mbps, you can usually record with considerably higher picture quality. However the higher you set the bit rate, the shorter the recording time.

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D /M1, D /M2

Sound recording format onto DVD-RAM discs. When recording, sounds are converted into digital signals and compressed. In playback, they are extracted to the original sound. The standard differenciates

D /M2 in data volume to use. D /M1 and

and

D /M2 are applied the digital recording technology for consumer products of Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Digital 192 kbps is set for 384 kbps for

D /M2.

D /M1 and Dolby Digital

D /M1

L-PCM (Linear PCM)

Sound recording format, like Dolby Digital. However, sounds are converted into digital signals and recorded as they are without compression. This process requires more data than Dolby Digital.

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Play your favorite contents.

Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU)

Playing a DVD video disc

Other playback functions

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Title List Page

CONTENT

1/ 2

(0:53:45)

Original

2006/03/24 11:00 pm TV:6

(0:29:50)

Original

2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8

(0:54:30)

Original

2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10

(0:51:28)

Original

2006/03/29 09:00 pm TV:3

(0:52:40)

Original

2006/04/07 11:00 am TV:4

(0:30:08)

HDD :

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RDVD-RW

Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU)

Titles and chapters recorded on the HDD or a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc are displayed in thumbnail view, so that you can easily locate a desired one. You can play recorded TV programs also from TV Guide On Screen. See

page 25.

Press CONTENT MENU.

“CONTENT MENU Title List” appears.

CONTENT MENU

Start

Attribution (original/playlist)

e.g.

You can switch between HDD and DVD drives by presing HDD or DVD button.

Press / / / to select a title (chapter).

You can view succeeding or prior pages by pressing

/ ) button.

ENTER

PICTURE SEARCH ( To select a chapter, select a title and press The Chapter List appears. By pressing

button again, you can return to Title List.

Press ENTER.

Playback starts from a selected title (chapter).

ENTER

Notes

• On CONTENT MENU, titles (Original) precede titles (Playlist) in order from the oldest one respectively.

• To turn off CONTENT MENU, press CONTENT MENU button. Absence of operations for longer than about 15 minutes also

turns off CONTENT MENU.

• The mark is displayed in every thumbnail when “HDD/RAM title play” ( page 183) is set to “Title resume”. When set to “Serial playback”, it is displayed in a thumbnail last operated.

• You can change a thumbnail picture. See page 126.

• You cannot display CONTENT MENU for DVD-R/RW discs recorded on other devices.

• For playing a recorded title while recording another, see page 48.

• A black thumbnail with “Recording” means that the title is being recorded or its recording will start within 15 seconds. This

thumbnail cannot start playback.

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CONTENT

1/ 2

(0:53:45)

Original

2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8

(0:54:30)

Original

2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10

(0:51:28)

Original

2004/06/12 09:00 pm TV:3

(0:52:40)

Original

2004/07/12 11:00 pm TV:4

(0:30:08)

HDD :

Original

2006/03/24 11:00 pm TV:6

(0:29:50)

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Title information

Create thumbnail

High speed dubbing

Rate conversion dubbing

Chapter function

Edit function

Special playback mode

Save captured images

Disc information

Display changeover

Specific page jump

Title delete

Exit

Reading CONTENT MENU

Each recorded content is displayed as its thumbnail.

CONTENT

Title List Page

HDD :

This shows that the recorder memorizes the location you last stopped playback in each title. To use this function, set “HDD/RAM title play” to “Title resume”. ( You can make the recorder memorize only the very last point, regardless of the number of titles. Set “HDD/RAM title play” to “Serial playback”. ( page 183)

Titles (Original) precede titles (Playlist) in order from the oldest one.

To stop playback

2006/03/24 07:00 am TV:4

2006/03/29 09:00 pm TV:3

2006/04/07 11:00 am TV:4

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1/ 2

(0:53:45)

Original

(0:52:40)

Original

(0:30:08)

Original

A recorded title is marked with “Original”. A fictitious title created by editing is marked with “Playlist”.

STOP

Press STOP.

To pause playback (still playback)

Press PAUSE.

2006/03/24 11:00 pm TV:6

(0:29:50)

Original

2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8

(0:54:30)

Original

2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10

(0:51:28)

Original

PAUSE

HDD

To skip the contents in pre-determined increments

During playback, press INSTANT SKIP.

Each time you press the button, you can skip by a specified time. You can select the interval per press of the button. See “Instant skip interval”(

page 182).

To skip back in pre-determined increments

During playback, press INSTANT REPLAY.

Each time you press the button, you can go back by the specified time to resume playback. You can select the interval per press of the button. See “Instant replay interval” (

page 183).

Notes

• This operation may not work for some discs.

• Depending on the structure of a disc, some operations may

be limited.

• Depending on playback conditions, some operations may not work.

Erasing content

1) On CONTENT MENU, select an unnecessary title (chapter).

2) Press QUICK MENU.

A Quick Menu appears.

3) Press

/ / / to select “Title delete”.

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To resume normal playback, press PLAY button or PAUSE button.

Note

• Sound is muted in still mode.

To skip by 1/20 of whole

During playback, press / .

Each time you press the button, you can skip by 1/20 of the current title or track if it is longer than 1 minute.

4) Press ENTER.

The confirmation message appears.

5) Press

/ to select “Yes ” or “No” then press

ENTER again.

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Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU) (Continued)

Playing at various speeds

HDD

Playing in fast reverse or fast forward

During normal playback, press PICTURE SEARCH.

Notes

• The playback speed may vary depending on the disc.

• Depending on the disc or data condition, picture and sound in fast forward playback at “ ” speed may be disturbed.

Playing in slow-motion (Not available in CD playback)

Press SLOW during playback.

: Forward slow-motion

• To resume normal playback

Press PLAY.

Notes

• Slow-motion does not provide smooth playback.

• When playing a VIDEO CD, reverse slow-motion

playback is not available.

• The speed level displayed is approximate.

: Reverse slow-motion

Each time you press the SLOW button, the slow-motion speed changes.

Playing frame by frame

1) During playback, press PAUSE.

PAUSE

A still picture is displayed.

2) Press FRAME ( / ).

: Playback direction

• To resume normal playback

Press PLAY or PAUSE.

Notes

• Sound is muted during frame by frame playback.

•

Frame by frame playback cannot provide smooth playback.

• Picture may advance more than 1 frame at a time.

•

Depending on scenes, some frames may not be played.

• When playing a VIDEO CD, reverse frame by frame playback is not available.

: Opposite direction

DVD-RAM

DVD-RDVD-RW

DVD-VIDEO

VCD CD

: Fast forward playback

: Fast reverse playback

Each time you press the button, the playback speed changes.

During fast forward playback at “ ” speed, sound is reproduced. (Not available on VIDEO CD.)

• This function is not available when you play a title recorded on a DVD-RAM disc while recording another.

Skipping to the next/previous chapter or track

Press SKIP ( / ) repeatedly until the chapter or track number you want appears.

Playback starts from the selected chapter or track.

Notes

• Some titles may not display chapter numbers.

• When playing the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc, you can

access chapters only in the current title if “HDD/RAM title play” ( page 183) is set to “Title resume”. To access chapters in other titles, set to “Serial playback”.

• When playing a DVD video disc or a DVD-R/RW disc, you can locate chapters only in the current title if “DVD title stop” ( page 178) is set to “On”. To access chapters in other titles, set to “Off”. However, in this instance even though you press SKIP button ( ) to go back to the previous title, playback will not start from the last chapter of the title but from the first chapter.

Viewing still pictures

Playback starts from the beginning of the next chapter or track.

Playback starts from the beginning of the current chapter or track. When you press twice, playback starts from the beginning of the previous chapter or track.

DVD-RAM

(Playing a disc that contains still pictures)

1) Press PLAY.

PLAY

2) Press FRAME ( / ).

The first still picture on a disc is displayed.

Some DVD video discs may allow you to change the pictures using the PLAY, ENTER or SKIP button.

: Displays the next still

picture.

: Displays the previous still

picture.

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Resuming playback from the location last stopped (Title resume)

The recorder memorizes the location you last stopped playback to resume from there.

To use this function, set “HDD/RAM title play” ( page 183) to “Title resume.” The recorder will memorize the location you last stopped at in each title, so you can resume playback from there. For example, if there are 6 titles, you can start each of them as if you had stored 6 video tapes in the recorder.

• To return to the beginning of the title

During playback, press QUICK MENU button, then press

/ buttons to select “Restart title,” then

press ENTER button.

• To play another title

Press CONTENT MENU button to display “CONTENT MENU Title List,” then select a title.

You can make the recorder memorize only the very last point, regardless of the number of titles. Set “HDD/RAM title play” (

playback.”

• To return to the beginning of the title

Press SKIP ( beginning of the title appears.

• To play the other title

Press SKIP (

Notes

• Depending on conditions or contents, playback may not start from the location last stopped at, but instead another location. For example, from the beginning of the disc or title.

• Depending on a disc, there may be a slight difference between the location the recorder memorizes and the actual location where playback starts.

• This function is not available on DVD-R/RW discs.

• The resuming function will not work if the write-protect tab

is set to “PROTECT” ( page 8).

page 183) to “Serial

) button repeatedly until the

/ ) button repeatedly.

Playing the digest (Skip Search)

This feature repeats playback of about 5 seconds and skip of 1 minute from the beginning to the end of a recorded title, so that you can view the digest of it.

1) Perform steps 1 and 2 on select a title that you want to view the digest.

2) Press QUICK MENU.

Quick Menu is displayed.

3) Press then press ENTER.

4) Press ENTER.

The Skip Search starts.

Notes

• This feature can be used for only one title (original) recorded on the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc.

• While using this feature, you cannot use speed-related functions such as fast forward or fast reverse.

• If you press ENTER button while using this feature, the normal playback starts.

• To cancel this feature, press STOP button twice.

/ to select “Special playback mode”,

/ to select “Skip search”, then press

page 60, and

Viewing the first scene of a title (Original) (Intro scan)

1) After step 1 on page 60, press QUICK MENU.

Quick Menu appears.

2) Press then press ENTER.

3) Press ENTER.

The recorder plays the first 5 seconds of each title beginning from title 1.

You can go forward or back by pressing SKIP buttons.

4) When you find a desired title, press ENTER.

The selected title is played.

/ to select “Special playback mode”,

/ to select “Intro scan”, then press

: to go to the next title.

: to go back to the current title.

Press twice to go back to the previous title.

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• To stop Intro Scan, press STOP button twice.

• This feature can be used for only titles (Original) recorded

on the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc.

Playing all titles (original/playlist) in a disc

Set “HDD/RAM title play” ( page 183) to “Serial playback”. You can play all titles in the HDD and DVDRAM disc in the order of the thumbnails on CONTENT MENU, as if they were recorded in one video tape.

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Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU) (Continued)

Playing all titles (original) in a disc (Play All ORG Titles)

You can play all Original titles in the HDD or a DVDRAM disc in the order of the thumbnails on CONTENT MENU, as if they were recorded in one video tape.

1) Press QUICK MENU.

Quick Menu appears.

2) Press

/ to select “Special playback mode”,

then press ENTER.

e.g.

Quick Menu

3) Press

Bit rate

Special playback mode

Disc management

DVD compatible mode

Aspect ratio(Video mode)

DVD-Video:CHP create

User record quality

SAP

Exit

/ to select “Play all ORG titles”, then

Intro scan

Skip search

Repeat all ORG titles

Play all ORG titles

press ENTER.

e.g.

Checking the background information on a selected title

1) At step 2 on page 60, select a title (chapter) then press QUICK MENU.

Quick Menu appears.

2) Press

/ to select “Title information”, then

press ENTER.

Detail information of a selected title (chapter) appears. You can switch the chapters on the title by pressing PICTURE SEARCH (

/ ) buttons.

Notes

• From Quick Menu on “CONTENT MENU Title Information”, you can change the details such as names, genres or dates which will help sorting and searching on Library system ( page 132). Also you can protect the title from unexpected erasure ( page 56).

• To return to the previous menu, press button.

• To cancel the procedure, press CONTENT MENU button.

Quick Menu

Bit rate

Special playback mode

Disc management

DVD compatible mode

Aspect ratio(Video mode)

DVD-Video:CHP create

User record quality

SAP

Exit

Intro scan

Skip search

Repeat all ORG titles

Play all ORG titles

Playback starts from the beginning of title 1.

Notes

• To stop “Play all ORG titles”, press STOP button twice. (However, do this when you are playing a title recorded in the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc while recording ( page 48) will stop the recording.) Alternatively, press QUICK MENU button to display the quick menu, and press / buttons to select “Cancel play all ORG titles” and press ENTER button.

• When the last title is complete, All ORG Title Play stops.

• If you select “Repeat all ORG titles” at step 3), “Play all ORG titles” repeats.

• This function is available only for titles recorded on HDD or

DVD-RAM discs.

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Original

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Title List Page

CONTENT

1/ 2

(0:53:45)

Original

2006/03/24 11:00 pm TV:6

(0:29:50)

Original

2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8

(0:54:30)

Original

2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10

(0:51:28)

Original

2006/06/12 09:00 pm TV:3

(0:52:40)

Original

2006/04/08 11:00 am TV:4

(0:30:08)

HDD :

e.g.

Specific Page Jump

Page Number

– – –

Changing the order of titles

You can change the order or sort the titles by genres.

1) Press CONTENT MENU.

CONTENT MENU appears.

2) Press QUICK MENU.

Quick Menu appears.

3) Press

/ to select “Display changeover”, then

press ENTER.

e.g.

4) Press

CONTENT

Title List Page

Quick Menu

HDD :

Title information

2004/06/08 07:00

Create thumbnail

am TV:4

High speed dubbing

Rate conversion dubbing

Chapter function

Edit function

2004/06/12 09:00

Special playback mode

pm TV:3

Save captured images

Disc information

Display changeover

2004/07/12 11:00

Specific page jump

pm TV:4

Title delete

Exit

/ to select the item, then press

(0:53:45)

Original

(0:52:40)

Original

(0:30:08)

Original

1/ 2

Arrange

Sort by genre

Sort by original

Sort by playlist

2006/03/24 11:00 pm TV:6

(0:29:50)

Original

2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8

(0:54:30)

Original

2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10

(0:51:28)

Original

HDD

ENTER.

• Arrange

Titles are rearranged along with the selected order. Press

/ buttons to select the order, then

press ENTER button.

• Sort by genre

Titles of the selected genre are sorted. Press

/ buttons to select the genre, then

press ENTER button.

• Sort by original

Titles (Original) are sorted.

• Sort by playlist

Titles (Playlist) are sorted.

Jumping to a specified page

1) Press CONTENT MENU.

CONTENT MENU appears.

2) Press QUICK MENU.

Quick Menu appears.

3) Press

/ to select “Specific page jump”, then

press ENTER.

4) Enter the page number you want by pressing ADJUST,

/ or the number buttons.

To clear the number, press CLEAR button.

5) Press ENTER.

The specified page appears.

Notes

• Some disc’s conditions or discs which contain copy once contents may not permit proper playback.

•“Title resume” ( page 183) is not available.

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DVD-RW

DVD-R

DVD-VIDEO

VCD

Playing a DVD video disc

You can also play VIDEO CDs, audio CDs or finalization processed DVD-R discs in the same manner. To play recorded contents, follow the instructions on

Preparation

• Turn on a TV or audio system and select the corresponding input source that the recorder is connected to.

• Load a disc you want to play. (

page 20)

page 60.

Press DVD.

Start

DVD

Press PLAY.

The DVD indicator on the front panel will illuminate. This indicates that the recorder is ready to play a disc in the disc tray (DVD mode).

PLAY

Playback starts.

• Depending on a disc, playback starts automatically by loading the disc.

• The recorder may take a short time to start playback. This occurs because the recorder is reading the data of a disc.

Note

•

DVD video discs provide high resolution pictures and a lot of information. Because of this, you may notice some fine picture noises on TV screen, which you have never seen with regular broadcast TV program. While the amount of noise depends on the TV you use with the recorder, you should generally reduce the sharpness adjustment on your TV when viewing DVD video discs.

DVD-R

Locating a title using the top menu

ome DVD video discs may include a top menu, on which you can view the structure of contents or select a scene. Most of the top menus automatically appear in certain scenes, and also are displayed on demand. Actual operation of the top menu depends on a disc. This section explains a general example of how to operate a top menu. Also refer to the instructions of the disc itself.

1) Press TOP MENU.

2) Press

If the titles in the top menu are assigned a number, you can directly locate a specific title by pressing its designated number with the number buttons.

3) Press ENTER.

Notes

•

The instructions above describe basic procedures which may vary depending on the contents of a DVD video disc. If different instructions appear on the TV screen, follow those instructions.

• If you display the top menu during playback and press TOP MENU button again without selecting any title, the recorder may resume playback from the point where you first pressed TOP MENU button. (depending on the actual DVD video disc.)

• This method of locating a title is available only on a disc that contains a top menu.

• Instruction notes of discs may refer to the button that displays the top menu as TITLE button.

/ / / to select the title you want.

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Resuming playback from the location last stopped at (Resume Play)

DVD-RDVD-RW

DVD-VIDEO

VCD CD

You can resume playback from the location where you stopped at.

If you press PLAY button after stopping playback, the playback resumes from the location you have stopped.

If you stop playback by pressing STOP button twice, the resume playback feature will be cancelled.

Notes

• Resume feature cannot function when: – you select a disc menu language ( page 176) or change

the parental lock setting ( page 177).

– you play a PBC-featured VIDEO CD. – you open the disc tray.

• There may be a difference in the location where playback

resumes depending on the disc.

•

While the recorder retains a location in memory, initial setting changes may function only after the memory is cleared.

Selecting the sound

If a disc contains several languages, you can select a preferred language from them to hear.

1) During playback, press AUDIO.

Each time you press the button, output sound changes.

Selecting Subtitles

You can display subtitles on the TV screen and select a subtitle language from those included on the disc.

1) Press SUBTITLE during playback.

The current subtitle setting appears.

e.g.

Subtitle

1 – –

Status

Off

Press to select “Status,” then press ADJUST

Setting number and language The language code appears instead of the language name. Refer to the list of languages and their abbreviations. ( page

195)

to select “On.”

Skip to step 3 if “On” is already displayed.

Press to select “Subtitle,” then press ADJUST to select a language.

The subtitles of recorded languages appear.

Selecting the camera angle

If the scene was recorded with multiple angles, you can easily change the camera angle of the scene you are watching.

Press ANGLE while playing a scene recorded with

1) multiple angles.

While playing a scene recorded with multiple angles, the angle icon appears on the TV screen and on the front panel. Press ANGLE button while the angle icon is displayed.

e.g.

Angle

1 / 6

Current selection

Total number of angles

Angle icon

2) Press ADJUST while the angle number is displayed on the TV screen.

You can also select the camera angle by pressing ANGLE button several times.

• The angle icon disappears after about 3 seconds

if no further selections are made.

• To turn off the angle icon

Set “On screen display” in the setup menu to “Off” ( page 181). Most of the on-screen display including the angle icon will not appear. While the angle icon is flashing on the front panel display, you can change the camera angle.

Notes

• You can also change the camera angle during still playback. The camera angle changes to the new setting when you resume normal playback.

• If you pause a picture immediately after changing a camera angle, the resumed playback picture may not display the new camera angle.

• Depending on a disc, the camera angle may not change even though the angle number changes.

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• To turn the subtitles on or off

At step 2, select “Off” by pressing ADJUST button.

Notes

• Some DVD video discs are set to display subtitles automatically.

• Depending on the scene, subtitles may not appear immediately after you set the subtitle function to on.

• Some DVD video discs will allow you to change subtitle languages and turn subtitles on or off only via the disc menu.

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Pausing a TV broadcast to resume later (Pause TV)

This function enables you to pause a TV broadcast and resume viewing at a later, more convenient time, by storing the TV broadcast temporarily on the HDD.

While viewing a TV broadcast via this recorder or immediately before it starts, press TIMESLIP

Start

TIMESLIP

Locate a scene you want by the following methods.

Fast-forward/fast-reverse:

Press PICTURE SEARCH button.

Forward/reverse Slow-motion:

Press SLOW button.

Forward/reverse frame by frame play:

First press PAUSE button then press FRAME button.

• To resume normal playback, press PLAY button.

• You can play in fast-forward to within 10 seconds prior to the

When pause TV mode is ready, playback starts automatically. The recorder begins to store the broadcast on the HDD the moment you press TIMESLIP button.

current broadcast.

HDD

Press TIMESLIP to exit this mode.

The recorder stops storing the broadcast on the HDD. A message appears and asks you whether you will save

TIMESLIP

Notes

• This function is not available during recording.

• Pause TV recording stops when the HDD is filled up. It will not begin if the HDD has no remaining space.

• While using this pause TV recording, you cannot program a recording.

• Playback may jump a few seconds back or pause depending on the disc or data condition.

the stored data or erase it. Press

/ buttons to select, then press ENTER button.

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HDD

Playing a TV program currently being recorded (Chase Play)

You can begin playback from the beginning of a program currently being recorded. You will find this function of great advantage on long programs, as you do not have to wait for the end of recording to begin playback.

DVD-RAM

While recording a TV program on the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc, press TIMESLIP.

Start

TIMESLIP

The recorder displays a TV program as it is being recorded.

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Go back to the beginning of the TV program using SKIP.

When you go back to the beginning, playback starts

automatically.

You can confirm how far you are from the current broadcast by pressing TIME BAR button.

Locate a scene you want through the following operations if necessary.

Fast-forward/fast-reverse:

Press PICTURE SEARCH button.

Forward/reverse Slow-motion:

Press SLOW buttons.

Forward/reverse frame by frame play:

First press PAUSE button then press FRAME button.

• To resume normal playback, press PLAY button.

• You can play in fast-forward to within 10 seconds prior to the

current broadcast.

Press TIMESLIP to exit.

The current broadcast returns.

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• Time slip recording/playback stops when the capacity of a disc is filled up. You can play a location where the recorder

stopped the recording. The time slip recording/playback cannot begin if the disc has no remaining space.

• The playback picture may appear after a delay of several seconds.

• The playback location will never follow up to the recorded location in the program. It will always trail the recorded location by a

few seconds.

• While using time slip recording/playback, you cannot program recording.

• While TIMESLIP indicator is on, you cannot change the setting of the feature, which turns off the recorder after a

programmed operation has finished.

• Even while “Auto power off” is selected, the recorder does not turn off if the recording end time comes during playback of a

program being recorded.

• This function is not available on a DVD-RAM disc when “Relay recording” ( page 185) is set to “On.”

• Playback may jump a few seconds back or pause depending on the disc or data condition.

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Zooming a picture

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RDVD-RW

DVD-VIDEO

You can magnify areas within a picture.

1) Press ZOOM.

A zoom scope appears.

Zoom scope

2) Select a zoom point and magnification level.

Raises the magnification level.

Lowers the magnification level.

/ / / :

Moves the zoom point. (only after the image has been magnified)

CLEAR :

Returns the zoom point to the center of the picture.

VCD

Notes

• Some discs may not respond to zoom feature.

•

During some scenes, the buttons may not work as described.

•

The zoom feature is canceled when the disc menu is operated.

• The magnification level varies depending on the picture size you select ( page 48, in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”).

• The zoom feature is not available while displaying on the screen menu.

• The zoom feature is canceled when you stop playback or start playback.

To cancel the zoom

Press ZOOM.

Watching a TV broadcast in the sub window (P in P playback)

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RDVD-RW

DVD-VIDEO

During playback, you can watch a TV broadcast in the sub window. (P in P : Picture in Picture)

1) During playback, press P in P.

A sub window (program on the air or on the recording) appears.

2) Press

/ / / to select the position of the sub

window.

You can shift the sub window in following 4 directions.

VCD

Notes

• You can change the channel of the sub window by pressing CH / button.

• The P in P function is available only during playback.

• You cannot swap the playback picture with the picture

within the sub window, or change the audio settings.

• Press P in P button during “Chase Play” or “Pause TV”, the actual broadcast appears on the sub window in real time.

• If this function is stopped after shifting the sub window, before you press P in P button again, the sub window will appear in the last position you set.

↑ / ↓ / ← / → is the moving range. To turn off the sub window, press P in P button.

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Locating by entering the number of a desired section

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RDVD-RW

DVD-VIDEO

Normally titles, chapters, and tracks are numbered. By entering these numbers, you can access a desired section.

1) Press T.SEARCH.

e.g.

Title

001

0001Chapter

VCD CD

If you are using a VIDEO CD/audio CD, skip step 2.

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2) Press

e.g.

/ to select a section (title or chapter) you want to locate.

Title Chapter

001

0001

When you want to locate a chapter.

3) Press the number buttons to enter a number of the section.

e.g. To enter 25, press “2”, then press “5”.

4) Press ENTER.

Notes

• Pressing CLEAR button resets the numbers. To clear the display, press T.SEARCH button several times (depending on a disc).

• This method of locating a title is available only on a disc that contains title numbers.

• If a title is erased, the numbers of the following titles decrease respectively.

• When you record a new title (Original) on the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc, it is added

prior to current titles (Playlist), and each following title (Playlist) reference number will advance by a factor of 1.

Locating a specific point by entering its elapsed time (Time Search)

HDD

DVD-RAM

1) Press T.SEARCH.

You may have to press repeatedly, depending on a disc. Press the button until the following display appears.

e.g.

Title Time

001

00 00 00

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2) Press the number buttons and

/ to enter the desired time location on

the disc.

e.g. To enter 1 hour, 25 minutes, and 30 seconds

“0” → “1” → “ ” → “2” → “5” → “ ” → “3” → “0”

hour minute second

3) Press ENTER.

Notes

• Some discs may not respond to this process.

• Some scenes may not be accessed precisely as you specified.

• This method for accessing specific locations is available only within the current title of

the HDD or a DVD-RAM/R/RW/DVD video disc or within a current track of a VIDEO CD/audio CD.

• Pressing CLEAR button resets the numbers.

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Selecting the sound

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RDVD-RW

You can select a preferred language and a sound format.

Press AUDIO during playback or while receiving a broadcast.

The current audio setting appears.

AUDIO

The language code appears instead of the language name. Refer to the list of languages and their abbreviations. (

Press ADJUST while the audio setting is displayed on the TV screen.

Variation of channels depends on the disc or the type of

TV broadcast.

•

Stereo sound

→ “Stereo” (left channel and right channel) → “Stereo L” (left channel) → “Stereo R” (right channel)

(→ Back to “Stereo”)

SAP sound “Main” → “SAP” → “Main + SAP” (→ Back to “Main”)

DVD-VIDEO

VCD

, TV channel signals

page 195)

DVD-VIDEO

DVD-R

Language name / sound recording system / No. of channels

e.g.

Sound

English

Output

PCM

2ch

Start

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• “Stereo” → “Stereo L” → “Stereo R” (→ Back to “Stereo”)

The display turns off if you do not operate for more than 3 seconds.

If you press select the audio output setting ( ADJUST buttons.

MTS Broadcast Compatibility

This recorder can receive or record MTS (Multichannel TV sound) broadcast. By connecting the recorder to your stereo system or stereo TV, you will try the SAP or stereo sound.

SAP (Second Audio Program broadcast)

A separate audio program, usually broadcast in a second language with the main language.

Sounds in playback

You can play SAP and/or stereo broadcasts with this recorder. Refer to steps 1 and 2 to select a desired audio.

Desired sound SAP sound Stereo sound

Sound output SAP Stereo Sound

/ buttons to select “Output,” you can

page 180) by using

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Notes

• Some discs allow you to change audio selections only via the disc menu. If this is the case, press MENU button and choose the appropriate language from the selections on the disc menu.

• When you turn on the recorder or replace a disc, the recorder returns to the initial default setting. ( page 176) Depending on a disc, a specific type of audio the disc has is output.

• Immediately after you have switched sounds, there may be a temporary discrepancy between the display and actual sound.

• The BITSTREAM/PCM jack may not output SAP sound you select. In this instance, set “Audio out select” to “PCM”. ( page 180)

• You cannot change SAP sound if recorded with “DVD compatible mode” ( page 184) set to “Main”. Even when “DVD compatible mode” (

page 184) is set to “Off,” the recorder regards it as “Main” when recording to a DVD-R/RW disc.

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Recorded sounds

According to your setting of “SAP” on the setup menu screen, ( page 181), the sound is recorded onto different channels of the disc below. Set “SAP” to “On” or “Off” appropriately.

Setting on the setup screen Type of receiving broadcast Contents of recorded sound Type of record

DVD Compatible Mode SAP Lch Rch

Off Off Stereo + SAP L R Stereo

Mono + SAP Mono Mono Stereo Stereo L R Stereo Mono Mono Mono Stereo

On Stereo + SAP L + R SAP Dual Mono*

Mono + SAP Mono SAP Dual Mono* Stereo L R Stereo Mono Mono Mono Stereo

Main Off Stereo + SAP L R Stereo

Mono + SAP Mono Mono Stereo Stereo L R Stereo Mono Mono Mono Stereo

On Stereo + SAP L + R L + R Stereo

Mono + SAP Mono Mono Stereo Stereo L R Stereo Mono Mono Mono Stereo

SAP Off Stereo + SAP L R Stereo

Mono + SAP Mono Mono Stereo Stereo L R Stereo Mono Mono Mono Stereo

On Stereo + SAP SAP SAP Stereo

Mono + SAP SAP SAP Stereo Stereo L R Stereo Mono Mono Mono Stereo

* This will be “Stereo” when a recording is made with “L-PCM” selected.

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Viewing JPEG files

You can play JPEG files that have been recorded on a CD-R or CD-ROM on the recorder.

Preparations

• Prepare a compatible disc ( page 75) that contains JPEG files you want to view.

• Set “Priority contents” (

• Make your TV shape conform to the 4:3 picture size. Only 4:3 pictures can be played regardless of the function

settings via the on-screen displays of the recorder ( to other sizes, e.g. “WIDE,” images will appear to be horizontally expanded. For details, refer to the owner’s manual of your TV.

page 183) to “Photo”.

page 48, “INSTALLATION GUIDE”). If the TV is adjusted

Press DVD.

DVD

Load a CD that contains JPEG files.

Start

Notes

• Some files may not display their own entire images depending on the size.

• JPEG picture playback is not available during recording on the HDD.

• Operation to JPEG file will be disabled at about 2 minutes before a programmed recording starts.

To stop playback (slide show)

Press STOP.

If you press PLAY button after pressing STOP button, playback will start from the photo you stopped at.

To pause playback (slide show)

Press PAUSE.

To resume, press PAUSE button again or press PLAY button.

OPEN/CLOSE

Each photo appears for about 3 seconds (slide show).

If a slide show does not start, press PLAY button.

Depending on the disc, “CONTENT MENU Picture List” appears. See “On “CONTENT MENU Picture List”” (

page 75) to operate.

To rotate a picture

Press ANGLE repeatedly.

Each time you press the button, the picture rotates by 90° degree.

Note

• The rotated image is displayed after its original posture appears momentarily.

To magnify a picture

Follow the procedure on page 70.

To skip photos

During playback, press SKIP button repeatedly.

: To skip forward. : To skip backward.

Notes

• The magnified image is displayed after its original posture appears momentarily.

• For small pictures, the reduction level may be limited.

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Viewing a specified photo (single view)

Full screen still view. 2 ways are available:

Direct input of a photo number

1) Press T.SEARCH.

An input window appears.

Introduction

On “CONTENT MENU Picture List”

1) Press CONTENT MENU.

“CONTENT MENU Picture List” appears.

Depending on the disc, the recorder creates either temporary folder, “Auto” or “All”.

“Auto”: For CD of which compatibility confirmed by

TOSHIBA. Only playable files are listed.

e.g.

CONTENT

Picture List Page

Auto

001

DH100001

004

DH100004

007

DH100003

010

DH100006

013

DH100009

File number

016

DH100012

If you select this icon and press the ENTER button,

019

DH100015

upper folders appear.

022

DH100018

002

005

008

011

014

017

020

023

1/ 3

DH100002

DH100001

DH100004

DH100007

DH100010

DH100013

DH100016

DH100019

003

006

009

012

015

018

021

024

DH100001

DH100002

DH100005

DH100008

DH100011

DH100014

DH100017

DH100020

“All”: For CD other than above. All files are listed.

e.g.

CONTENT

Picture List Page

All

001

DH100001

004

DH100004

002

005

1/ 3

DH100002

DH100001

003

006

DH100001

DH100002

• Some CDs may not comply with the above.

2) Press

Pressing PICTURE SEARCH (

/ / / to select a folder or photo.

/ ) button turns

the pages.

If you press

button, the list changes to thumbnail

view (“CONTENT MENU Pictures”).

e.g.

CONTENT

Picturs Page

/ / JPEG

1/ 8

Pressing ANGLE button rotates the picture. The rotation of pictures is kept until the CD is ejected.

To return to the previous list, press

button again.

3) Press ENTER.

If you select a folder at step 2), repeat steps 2) and

3) until your favorite file appears.

The selected photo appears in full screen.

Notes

•“CONTENT MENU Picture List” cannot show all the files in a disc, but only ones regarded as objects of regular play of the disc.

• The larger the file size is, the longer the thumbnail takes time to appear.

• Letters of a file/folder name overflowing the given space are not displayed.

e.g.

Photo

001

2) Input a photo number using the number buttons or ADJUST.

3) Press ENTER.

The selected photo appears in full screen.

To change the playback order

1) Press QUICK MENU.

2) Press

To shift the cursor, press

/ to select an item, then press ENTER.

/ buttons.

Reverse

Repeat

: To reverse the order.

: To repeat the current folder.

3) Press ENTER.

Playback in the selected mode starts.

JPEG files compatibility

Discs whose compatibility with this recorder has been confirmed by TOSHIBA are as follows.

CANON QuickCD FUJICOLOR CD Kodak Picture CD NORITSU QSS CD

JPEG disc compatibility with this recorder is limited as follows:

• Playable discs: CD-ROM, CD-R CD-RW is not recommendable.

• CD physical format: Mode 1, Mode 2 XA Form 1

• File system: ISO9660 Level 1, 2 or Joliet

• File name: A file name should be in alphabet and numerals only, and must incorporate “JPG” extension. e.g.“********.JPG”

• Total number of folders: Less than 256

• Total number of files: Less than 1000

Some files may not display their own entire image depending on the size.

Some discs may not permit this operation. Especially, the following conditions of included files will increase the disc’s disability.

1. Pixels over 5000 x 5000 in height and/or width

2. File format except Exif

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Playback

Audio List Page

CONTENT

MP3

JPG_MP3

All

1/ 1

MP3c

MP3a MP3b

002

MP3_0002

003

MP3_0003

001

MP3_0001

004

MP3_0004

e.g.

Disc name

The recorder creates temporary folder “All”, which contains all playable files.

Other playback functions (Continued)

Playing MP3/WMA files

You can play MP3/WMA files that have been recorded on a CD-R or CD-ROM on this recorder.

Preparations

• Make sure that a disc you want to play is compatible with this recorder. See page 77.

• Set “Priority contents” (

page 183) to “Audio”.

Press DVD.

DVD

Load a CD that contains MP3/WMA files.

Start

Playback starts from the first track of a current folder.

OPEN/CLOSE

Notes

• WMA tracks copy-protected cannot be played.

• The DIGITAL AUDIO OUT BITSTREAM/PCM jack outputs MP3/WMA sounds in the linear PCM format regardless of the current “Audio out select” ( page 180) selection.

• You cannot change the playback speed of MP3/WMA playback.

To stop playback

Press STOP.

If you press PLAY button after pressing STOP button, playback will start from the beginning of the track.

To pause playback

Press PAUSE.

To resume, press PAUSE button again or press PLAY button.

To skip tracks

During playback, press SKIP repeatedly.

On “CONTENT MENU Audio List”

1) Press CONTENT MENU button.

“CONTENT MENU Audio List” appears.

e.g.

CONTENT

001

004

007

010

File number

If you select this icon and press ENTER button, upper folders appear.

Current folder

002

005

008

011

1/ 1

MP3_0002

MP3_0005

MP3_0008

MP3_0011

Audio List Page

MP3

MP3_0001

MP3_0004

MP3_0007

MP3_0010

003

006

009

012

MP3_0003

MP3_0006

MP3_0009

MP3_0012

: To skip forward. : To skip backward.

Selecting a track in the disc

2 ways are available:

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Introduction

2) Press / / / to select a track or folder.

Pressing PICTURE SEARCH (

/ ) button

turns the pages.

3) Press ENTER.

If you select a folder at step 2), repeat steps 2) and

3) until your favorite file appears.

Notes

•“CONTENT MENU Audio List” cannot show all the tracks in

a disc, but only ones regarded as objects of proper play of the disc.

• Letters of a file/folder name overflowing the given space

are not displayed.

Direct input of a track number

1) Press T.SEARCH.

An input window appears.

e.g.

Track

001

2) Input a track number using the number buttons or ADJUST button.

3) Press ENTER.

To change the playback order

1) Press QUICK MENU.

2) Press

/ to select “Special playback mode”,

then press ENTER.

e.g.

Quick Menu

3) Press

Memory list

Special playback mode

Exit

/ to select an item, then press ENTER.

: To play favorite tracks only in

Memory

Memory list

Folder repeat

Track repeat

Track random

a favorite order.

Input a track number by using the number buttons or ADJUST button.

To shift the cursor, press

Folder repeat

Track repeat

Track random

: To repeat the current folder.

: To repeat the current file.

: To play files in the current

/ buttons.

folder in a random order.

Playable files

MP3/WMA disc compatibility with this recorder is limited as follows:

• Playable discs: CD-ROM, CD-R CD-RW is not recommendable.

• Sampling Frequency / Bitrate: WMA: 32 kHz / 48 kbps (CBR), VBR

44.1 kHz / 48-192 kbps (CBR), VBR 48 kHz / 128-192 kbps (CBR), VBR

MP3: 8 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 12kHz, 16 kHz,

22.05 kHz, 24 kHz / 8-160 kbps (CBR), VBR 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz / 32-320 kbps (CBR), VBR

• CD physical format: Mode 1, Mode 2 XA Form 1

• File system: ISO9660 Level 1, 2 or Joliet

• File name: A file name should be in alphabet and numerals only, and must incorporate “MP3” or “WMA” extension. e.g.“********.MP3”, “********.WMA”

• Total number of folders: Less than 256

• Total number of files: Less than 1000

• WMA codec version: V7, V8, V9

* This recorder supports ID3v2 (ID3 Tag Version 2) of MP3,

to display text data such as names of title and artist. Some characters may be displayed properly.

This HDD/DVD Recorder requires discs/recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality. There are many different types of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3/WMA files). Not all recordable discs will operate or produce optimal playback quality. The technical criteria set forth in this owner's manual are meant only as a guide. Use of CD-RW for MP3 files is not recommended.

Please be advised that you must obtain permission from the applicable copyright owners to download copyrighted content, including music files, in any format, including the MP3 and WMA formats, prior to the downloading thereof. Toshiba has no right to grant and does not grant permission to download any copyrighted content.

Microsoft, Windows Media, and the Windows Logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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Note

• To cancel these modes, stop the playback or select the cancel command from Quick Menu.

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Playback

Other playback functions (Continued)

Checking the current status and settings

You can confirm operational status and setting details.

Operational status and setting details

Press DISPLAY.

The following on-screen display appears. (The actual

DISPLAY

Press DISPLAY again.

display varies depending on the disc.)

e.g. while playing the HDD

Elapsed time of a title/ Elapsed time of a chapter

Status display

e.g.

HDD

DVD-RAM

Title No./ Chapter No.

Title

002

Chapter

0005

00:10:29

00:05:15

DVD-RDVD-RW

Mode indicator

Playback mode

Title

repeat

DVD-VIDEO

VCD CD

Operating disc

Receiving channel

HDMI signal resolution

HDD

Stereo

1080i

Start

An expanded display appears.

DISPLAY

(Actual display varies depending on the disc.)

e.g.

Virtual surround DNR (Recording Picture Quality Audio Quality Audio Audio Output Subtitle

Remaining time

002

0005

)

-00:22:01

-00:00:07

: : : : : : :

Title Chapter

Title

repeat

Off Off SP

D/M1

1 Stereo R Original Bitstream – – – Off

Press DISPLAY again to turn the display off.

DISPLAY

HDD

Stereo

– – –

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Using the time bar

The time bar shows the current progress in playback or recording.

During playback or recording, press TIME BAR.

TIME BAR

The time bar appears. (The actual display varies depending on the disc.)

e.g. Playback

Locator (Shows the current location.)

Introduction

Recording

Playback

Start

Note

• Time display is an approximation.

Chapter division

e.g. Recording

Elapsed time

Changing the location of the time bar

While the time bar is displayed, press / .

The time bar shifts up and down.

Turning off the time bar

Press TIME BAR.

Elapsed time

Elapsed recording time (per 30 minutes) (Recording end time if it comes within 30 minutes.)

00:55:00:00FLocation

Total playing time of a current title (In the case of a VIDEO CD or audio CD, it shows the total playing time of the disc.)

Locator (Shows the current location.)

00:18:00Location

01:30:0000:00:00

00:30:0000:00:00

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Playback

Repeat all PL titles

Cancel repeat

Special playback mode

Title random

Chapter random

Track random

Other playback functions (Continued)

Functions in Quick Menu

Besides these examples, various other ones are introduced on respective pages for your convenience. See page 30 on how to operate Quick Menu.

To play repeatedly (Repeat playback)

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RDVD-RW

DVD-VIDEO

VCD CD

You can repeat a desired section.

1) During playback, press QUICK MENU.

2) Press

/ to select “Special playback mode”,

then press ENTER.

To repeat all playlist titles in a disc.

(in Repeat playback mode) To resume normal playback. Playback of the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc stops.

Special playback mode

The sub menu appears. Select the next item by pressing / buttons and ENTER button.

Repeat all ORG titles

To repeat all original titles in a disc.

Title repeat

To repeat the same title.

Chapter repeat

To repeat the same chapter.

A-B repeat

You can designate a portion in a title or track to repeat continuously. If you select “A-B repeat” and press ENTER button, the following display appears. Perform steps 1 and 2 below.

e.g.

To cancel the procedure, press

repeat

Set A

button.

Notes

• Some discs may not permit repeat operation.

• You cannot use the repeat playback function in conjunction

with the random playback function.

• If you press STOP button during repeat playback, this operation is canceled.

• While you are performing repeat playback on the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc, other operations ( page 62) except stopping this operation are not available.

To play in random order (Random play)

DVD-RDVD-RW

DVD-VIDEO

VCD CD

You can play sections in random order.

1) Press QUICK MENU.

2) Press

/ to select “Special playback mode”,

then press ENTER.

The sub menu appears. Select the next item by pressing / buttons and ENTER button.

Plays all titles in a loaded disc in random order. Each title is played beginning from chapter 1.

Plays all chapters in a current title in random order.

1) Press ENTER at the beginning of the segment (point A) you want to repeat.

The location of point A is memorized. The display changes to “Set B”.

2) Press ENTER at the end of the segment (point B).

The location of point B is memorized, and repeat playback begins between point A and B.

Track repeat

To repeat the same track.

Disc repeat

To repeat the entire disc.

Plays all tracks on a loaded disc in random order.

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Introduction

Memory

Memory release

Memory repeat

Bit rate

DVD-RDVD-RW

HDD

DVD-RAM

Title information

Exit

Cancel random

(in Random play mode)

Resumes normal playback.

Notes

• Some discs may not permit random playback operation.

• You cannot use the random playback function in

conjunction with the memory playback function.

• You cannot use the random playback function in conjunction with the repeat playback function.

• Pressing STOP button during operation cancels random playback.

To play in favorite order (Memory playback)

DVD-RDVD-RW

DVD-VIDEO

VCD CD

You can select 30 titles, chapters, or tracks and play them in favorite order. (To play contents in the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc in favorite order, make a playlist. For details, see “Editing” on

page 84.)

1) Press QUICK MENU.

2) Press

/ to select “Special playback mode”,

then press ENTER.

Special playback mode

The sub menu appears. Select the next item by pressing / buttons and ENTER button.

Memory list

If you select this and press ENTER button, the following display appears. Perform the steps below.

e.g.

01 T CT 11 T CT 21 T CT 02 T CT 12 T CT 22 T CT 03 T CT 13 T CT 23 T CT 04 T CT 14 T CT 24 T CT 05 T CT 15 T CT 25 T CT 06 T CT 16 T CT 26 T CT 07 T CT 17 T CT 27 T CT 08 T CT 18 T CT 28 T CT 09 T CT 19 T CT 29 T CT 10 T CT 20 T CT 30 T CT

2) Press / to select the next box, then perform step 1).

To select another chapter in the same title, you do not need to select the title number. Repeat these steps if necessary. You can program up to 30 selections into memory.

3) Press ENTER.

Memory playback starts.

(in normal playback mode) To display an entry box for one program selection.

(in memory playback mode) To resume normal playback.

(in memory playback mode) To repeat a current memory playback.

Notes

• Some discs may not permit memory playback operation.

• Inputting numbers of titles, chapters or tracks that a disc

does not contain will result in error.

• You cannot program/change selections during memor y playback. To change selections, cancel memory playback by pressing STOP button.

• When you disconnect the power cord, the selected memory is erased.

• You can exit the memory playback display by pressing O button.

To display the current bit rate

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RDVD-RW

DVD-VIDEO

1) During playback, press QUICK MENU.

2) Press

/ to select “Bit rate”, then press

ENTER.

Note

• To turn off the bit rate display, select this item again.

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1) Input numbers of titles, chapters, or tracks by using the number buttons, in favorite order.

Input each 3-digit number. To input a 1- or 2-digit number, first input 0. (e.g. “0”, “0”, “3”.) To cancel the numbers, press CLEAR button. To input a chapter number, press shift the cursor.

To check information on a title

1) During playback, press QUICK MENU.

2) Press

/ to select “Title information”, then

press ENTER.

/ buttons to

To exit Quick Menu

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RDVD-RW

DVD-VIDEO

VCD CD

Others

Press QUICK MENU again.

Press

/ to select “Exit”, then press ENTER.

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Editing

You can create your own movie from your assembled scenes. Save your favorite videos in DVD discs.

Creating your own title

Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW

DVD-Video finalizing process

Other editing functions

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Editing

Creating your own title

You can edit recorded contents and create your own library.

Note on deleting unnecessary scenes

It is not recommended that you delete many chapters from titles recorded on the HDD to remove unnecessary parts of the titles and copy those contents on a DVD-RAM disc. The reason is that discontinuous space inside the HDD expands and recorded contents are stored in gaps between used locations. Operating this repeatedly makes a recording area inside the HDD broken down into small and complicated spaces. (It is called fragmentation.) Even normal operations may get slow. Moreover, available space may not be restored by deleting or the HDD may have protection disabling playback or recording. When you want to delete unnecessary parts from titles, collect necessary parts of chapters to make a playlist. Then copy the playlist and delete the original title or the playlist. For example, make a playlist and copy it to a DVDRAM. Then delete original titles on the HDD. It can save time and effort and retain continuity in the HDD space. However, when moving a copy once program from the HDD to a DVD-RAM disc, delete unnecessary chapters from original titles. For details ( Running “All HDD titles delete” regularly prevents fragmentation from occurring. In addition, if you select and run “HDD format”, all data on the HDD will be erased. Copy TV programs you want to save recorded on the HDD from the HDD to a DVD-RAM or DVD-R/RW disc. When it comes to library data, back it up to a DVD-RAM disc before initializing the HDD. Then rewrite the data on the HDD.

page 98).

Editing procedure

Changing a name of a recorded title ( page 86)

Dividing a recorded title into several chapters ( page 87)

Collecting necessary chapters ( page 92)

Dubbing to save ( page 97)

To save in DVD-R/RW for distribution, see

Other editing functions Changing the picture on CONTENT MENU ( Combining two titles (Original) into one (

page 112.

page 126) page 128)

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Basic flow

Recording a TV program

Record a TV program and it becomes a original title.

Introduction

e.g. Title: The world of cats and dogs.

Chapter editing

Divide the original title into chapters.

Title 1: “The world of cats and dogs”

(Original)

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6

Divide chapters and create divisions of chapter

Playlist editing

Collect your favorite chapters to make them as one title. (Playlist) If an original title is deleted, a playlist will be also deleted because playlists are fictitious titles.

e.g. Making a playlist by collecting scenes of cats from

title 1 “The world of cats and dogs”.

Title 1: “The world of cats and dogs”

Chapter 2Chapter 1 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6

(Original)

Title 1: “Cat’s world”

(Playlist)

Playlist Editing

A fictitious playlist title that is different from the original title is created.

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

• You can play desired scenes from the top by “Chapter Divide”.

• Divide chapters to edit a playlist.

Dubbing

Copy the playlist and it becomes an original title.

Using these editing functions to modify copyrighted content for any purpose other than your private viewing may be prohibited under the Copyright Laws of the United States and other countries, and may subject you to civil and criminal liability.

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Creating your own title (Continued)

1: Changing a name of a recorded title

Press CONTENT MENU, then press / / / to select a title.

Press QUICK MENU then select “Title information” by pressing

Menu, then press ENTER.

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

/ from the Quick

Start

“CONTENT MENU Title information” appears.

QUICK MENU

ENTER

e.g.

CONTENT

Title : 006

2006/03/26 10:00pm TV:3

Title information

Media :

Quality :

Mode :

Rate :

Audio :

DVD Mode :

XP LP

2. 2

Off

HDD

D/ M1

2006

3/26(Su) 10:00 pm

Documentary/Culture(General)

Original

Chapter :

Press QUICK MENU then select “Edit title name” or “Edit chapter name” by pressing

/ from the Quick Menu, then press ENTER.

The character entry screen appears.

QUICK MENU

• To change a title name or chapter name, see the

steps on

ENTER

page 36.

0001

(2:06:32)

(0:04:15)

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2: Dividing a recorded title into several chapters

HDD

DVD-RAM

HDD

Original

2004/06/08 07:00 am TV:4

Title List Page

CONTENT

1/ 2

(0:53:45)

Original

2006/03/24 11:00 pm TV:6

(0:29:50)

Original

2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8

(0:54:30)

Original

2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10

(0:51:28)

Original

2004/06/12 09:00 pm TV:3

(0:52:40)

Original

2004/07/12 11:00 pm TV:4

(0:30:08)

HDD :

e.g.

Quick Menu

Title information

Create thumbnail

High speed dubbing

Rate conversion dubbing

Chapter function

Edit function

Special playback mode

Save captured images

Disc information

Display changeover

Specific page jump

Title delete

Exit

1 title is created by recording at a time, which includes 1 chapter. By dividing it into several chapters, it will be easier to access a desired scene, and your editing or playback will be much easier.

Introduction

Simple method

To create chapters in a title, insert a chapter mark. Playback the contents, locate a point where you want to divide, then press CHP DIVIDE button. You can insert a chapter mark also while recording, by pressing CHP DIVIDE button. (A chapter will also be placed in the recording when you pause.) The point divides the chapter (into two). You can create multiple chapters by repeating the above operation.

Notes

• Chapters cannot be created in the following modes: Dubbing / Fast-reverse, Fast-forward / Slow-motion

• You cannot divide a title of a DVD-R/RW disc into chapters. It is possible to create chapters in a DVD-R/RW disc by pressing CHP DIVIDE button while recording at the desired points, or by selecting an option that inserts chapter marks automatically while recording at regular intervals. ( page 185)

Precise method

If you want to modify the chapter division, or want to place a chapter mark more precisely monitoring the frame counter, follow the procedures below.

Press CONTENT MENU, then press / / / to select a title.

Start

Press QUICK MENU.

Quick Menu appears.

QUICK MENU

Recording

Playback

Editing

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(Continued)

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Creating your own title – 2: Dividing a recorded title into several chapters (Continued)

Press / to select “Chapter function”, then press ENTER.

The submenu appears.

e.g.

CONTENT

ENTER

Title List Page

Quick Menu

HDD :

Title information

2004/06/08 07:00

Create thumbnail

am TV:4

High speed dubbing

Rate conversion dubbing

Chapter function

Edit function

Special playback mode

2004/06/12 09:00 pm TV:3

Save captured images

Disc information

Display changeover

2004/07/12 11:00

Specific page jump

pm TV:4

Title delete

Exit

Original

Press / to select “Chapter editing”, then press ENTER.

1/ 2

Chapter editing

Auto chapter create

(0:53:45)

(0:52:40)

(0:30:08)

HDD

2006/03/24 11:00 pm TV:6

(0:29:50)

Original

2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8

(0:54:30)

Original

2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10

(0:51:28)

Original

“EDIT MENU Chapter Editing” appears.

e.g.

EDIT

Chapter Editing

ENTER

00:00:00

Press PLAY to start playback.

Locate a scene where you want to insert a chapter mark.

PLAY

You can use the following buttons. PICTURE SEARCH, SLOW, SKIP, PAUSE, FRAME/ADJUST, etc.

The locator shows the current position on the time bar. And the live video plays in the upper left.

• To access other chapters: Press

/ buttons to move to the thumbnail display,

then press

/ buttons to select a desired thumbnail. To go to the next page, press PICTURE SEARCH button.

• You can confirm the first and last scenes of a chapter. Select a thumbnail and press ENTER button. 3 seconds of the first and last scenes are played.

Fishing Guide

Original

00:00:00:03F

Location

To create new chapter, select desired start point via remote. To set, press enter.

Title:004 Chapter:0001

Aspect Ratio

Divide

HDD

4:3

00:54:30

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At a point where you want to make a chapter

Fishing Guide

e.g.

Fishing Guide

e.g.

division, press PAUSE.

PAUSE

The picture pauses.

EDIT

Chapter Editing

00:00:00

Original

Location

00:00:21:24F

To create new chapter, select desired start point via remote. To set, press enter.

Title:004 Chapter:0001

Aspect Ratio

Press / / / to select “Divide,” then press ENTER.

A chapter division is created at the selected location, and the first scene of the new chapter is registered as a

ENTER

chapter thumbnail.

EDIT

Chapter Editing

00:00:00

Original

Location

00:00:21:24F

To create new chapter, select desired start point via remote. To set, press enter.

Title:004 Chapter:0001

Aspect Ratio

Divide

00:54:30

Divide

00:54:30

Introduction

Recording

HDD

4:3

Playback

Editing

HDD

4:3

Library

Repeat steps 5 to 7.

Locations of chapter division are indicated by the markers on the time bar.

To erase a chapter division, see “Merging chapters” ( page 91).

When all chapter divisions have been made,

press

The recorder displays a message, and starts saving the chapter divisions on the time bar.

When complete, CONTENT MENU is displayed.

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Notes

• This recorder supports a limited number of chapters on a disc. If exceeded, a message appears. In this event, reduce the number of chapters by merging chapters. ( page 91)

•“EDIT MENU Chapter Editing” can also be viewed by selecting “Chapter Editing” from “EDIT MENU Main Menu”.

e.g.

EDIT

Main Menu

Chapter Editing

Chapters can be divided on frame basis. Chapters can be merged and assigned names.

Title

Divide

Merge

HDD

Source

DV Recording

Chapter Editing

Edit Functions

Playlist Editing

Dub Selected Items

5432

Rate Conv. Items

Combine ORG Title DVD-Video Creation DVD-Video Finalizing

Del Selected Items

• To exit “EDIT MENU Main Menu”, press EDIT MENU button.

• Making chapters in a title (Original) does not affect the related titles (Playlist).

• There may be a small difference between a location you marked and a chapter division actually played.

• Pausing a recording automatically creates a chapter division.

• During relay recording ( page 56), a chapter division is automatically created at the start point of relay record.

• If you create chapters in a title which is stored in the HDD and copy the title to a DVD-R/RW, the chapter divisions may shift.

Creating chapters automatically when recording

You can create chapter marks from the beginning of a title at regular intervals automatically. (Chapter marks are added to those already existing.) This is convenient for long programs, such as live sports games.

1) Perform steps 1 to 4 on pages 87 to 88.

2) Press

/ to select “Auto chapter create”,

then press ENTER.

3) Press

/ to select a chapter division

interval, then press ENTER.

Chapter divisions are automatically marked at the selected intervals.

Editing chapter break

You can adjust positions of chapter marks. You can shift the beginning of a chapter currently selected.

1) Perform steps 1 to 5 on

page 87 to 88.

2) Press QUICK MENU.

3) Press

/ to select “Chapter break edit

mode”, then press ENTER.

4) Press

/ to select the item, then press

ENTER.

“by frame (VR mode)”

The chapter mark shifts by one frame. For contents which will be copied to DVD-RAM discs.

“by GOP (Video mode)”

The chapter mark shifts by a GOP (about 0.5 second), which is a unit of editing in DVD-Video format. For contents which will be copied to DVD-R/RW.

5) Press

/ to select a chapter whose

beginning you want to shift.

6) Press FRAME (II

/ II) repeatedly until a

desired scene appears.

Select a point while monitoring the thumbnail, which changes as you press the button. To operate other chapters, press

/ buttons to

select another, then follow the above steps.

7) When complete, press QUICK MENU, and select “Chapter break edit mode off (by frame)” or “Chapter Break Edit Mode off (by GOP)” then press ENTER.

The recorder exits the adjusting mode.

Notes

• You cannot shift a chapter mark beyond the adjacent chapter marks or a logical gap on recorded data within a chapter.

• Shifting a chapter mark restores a thumbnail to the beginning of a chapter. This may occur also on the previous chapter depending on the data condition.

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Merging chapters

1) Perform steps 1 to 5 on pages 87 to 88, to view the EDIT MENU Chapter Editing display.

2) Press

/ / / to highlight a chapter.

Pressing PICTURE SEARCH button can access preceding or following pages.

3) Press QUICK MENU.

e.g.

4) Press

EDIT

Chapter Create

Quick Menu

Chapter break edit mode

Merge with previous cptr Merge with following cptr

Merge all chapters

Auto chapter create

Edit chapter name

Exit

Title: 002 Chapter: 0004

/ to select an item.

2006/03/30 05:09pm CH:3

Original

Aspect Ratio

Location

00:00:00:03F

To create new chapter, select desired start point via remote. To set, press enter.

Divide

00:54:3000:00:00

HDD

4:3

Merge with previous cptr:

To delete the chapter division between the selected chapter and the previous one.

Merge with following cptr: To delete the chapter division between the selected chapter and the succeeding one.

Merge all chapters: To merge all chapters in the title.

5) Press ENTER.

e.g. When “Merge with previous cptr” is selected: The selected chapter is merged into the previous

chapter and its thumbnail is erased.

e.g.

EDIT

Chapter Editing

Title: 002 Chapter: 0004

2006/03/30 05:09pm CH:3

Original

Aspect Ratio

Location

00:00:00:03F

To create new chapter, select desired start point via remote. To set, press enter.

Divide

00:54:3000:00:00

HDD

4:3

Notes

• To turn off “EDIT MENU Main Menu”, press EDIT MENU button.

• When chapters are merged, the numerical value of following chapters will decrease correspondingly.

• Merging chapters does not affect the related titles (Playlist). You can also merge chapters in the title (Playlist). In this case, the title (Original) is not affected.

• You can access the feature of merging chapters also from Quick Menu on CONTENT MENU Chapter List.

Naming a chapter

1) From EDIT MENU Chapter Editing, select a chapter which you want to name.

2) Press QUICK MENU.

3) Press

/ / / to select “Edit Chapter

Name”, then press ENTER.

A keyboard appears. Enter a name following the on-screen icon guides.

Notes

• There is a limit to the number of chapters which can be named. If exceeded, a message appears.

• You can also access the keyboard to enter a chapter name by selecting a chapter with PICTURE SEARCH button on CONTENT MENU Title Information, and by selecting “Edit chapter name” from the Quick Menu on CONTENT MENU Chapter List.

• You can change chapter names also on a DVD-R/RW disc, if the disc is not finalized yet.

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Original

2004/06/08 07:00 am TV:4

Title List Page

CONTENT

1/ 2

(0:53:45)

Original

2006/03/24 11:00 pm TV:6

(0:29:50)

Original

2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8

(0:54:30)

Original

2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10

(0:51:28)

Original

2004/06/12 09:00 pm TV:3

(0:52:40)

Original

2004/07/12 11:00 pm TV:4

(0:30:08)

HDD :

e.g.

Quick Menu

Title information

Create thumbnail

High speed dubbing

Rate conversion dubbing

Chapter function

Edit function

Special playback mode

Save captured images

Disc information

Display changeover

Specific page jump

Title delete

Exit

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HDD

3: Collecting necessary scenes

DVD-RAM

Create a “Playlist” to omit unnecessary scenes for dubbing, or compile desired scenes.

Press CONTENT MENU.

“CONTENT MENU Title List” appears.

CONTENT MENU

Pressing the HDD or DVD button can switch the drives.

Start

Press QUICK MENU.

Quick Menu appears.

QUICK MENU

Press / to select “Edit function”, then press ENTER.

Submenu appears.

e.g.

ENTER

CONTENT

Title List Page

Quick Menu

HDD :

Title information

2004/06/08 07:00

Create thumbnail

am TV:4

High speed dubbing

Rate conversion dubbing

Chapter function

Edit function

Special playback mode

2004/06/12 09:00 pm TV:3

Save captured images

Disc information

Display changeover

2004/07/12 11:00

Specific page jump

pm TV:4

Title delete

Exit

1/ 2

Original title combination

(0:53:45)

Original

(0:52:40)

Original

(0:30:08)

Original

Playlist(everyweek)

Playlist editing

Playlist(Mon-Fri)

HDD

2004/06/24 11:00 pm TV:6

(0:29:50)

Original

2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8

(0:54:30)

Original

2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10

(0:51:28)

Original

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Press / to select “Playlist editing”, then press ENTER.

“EDIT MENU Playlist editing” appears.

ENTER

e.g.

EDIT

Playlist Editing

HDD

Source:Title

Object :Title

Introduction

Recording

Original

Playback

PlayList

Entire Time:

Press / / / to select a title or chapter

To select between titles and chapters, press button

ENTER

e.g.

EDIT

Playlist Editing

HDD

Entire Time:

Press ENTER.

A cursor appears, indicating the point where the selected item will be inserted.

ENTER

e.g.

EDIT

Playlist Editing

HDD

Source:Title

Object :Title

Source:Title

StartTitle:

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PlayList

StartTitle:

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PlayList

StartTitle:

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Press / to select a point where you want to insert the item, then press ENTER.

If there are no parts in the lower area, leave the cursor to the left and press ENTER button.

ENTER

The selected part is inserted at the location of the cursor.

e.g.

EDIT

Playlist Editing

HDD

Source:Title

Original

Object :Title

2006/05/07 10:30am 00:13:45

Entire Time:

PlayList

StartTitle:

Repeat steps 5 to 7 to insert items.

To cancel the selection, see “Canceling selection of a part”

page 95).

(

When all items have been inserted, press .

The recorder displays a message, and starts saving the Playlist.

When completed, CONTENT MENU is displayed.

Notes

• You can access “EDIT MENU Playlist Editing” also by selecting “Playlist editing” on EDIT MENU.

• If you delete titles and chapters (Original), the corresponding titles and chapters (Playlist) are also deleted. Contrarily, if you

delete titles and chapters (Playlist), the corresponding titles and chapters (Original) are not deleted.

• Playback may pause if a gap between the content is played.

• There may be a small difference between the chapter boundary and the actual playback picture.

• A title or chapter which is being edited cannot be selected as an item.

• You cannot add a title of still pictures, or a title or a chapter which contains both still and moving pictures, to a playlist.

• By copying (dubbing) a Playlist, a title (Original) of the same contents is created.

• You cannot program a Playlist of contents recorded on a DVD-R/RW disc.

• Down arrow on the thumbnails means: Orange: This title already selected. Green trimmed: Some chapters in this title already

selected. Green: This chapter already selected.

• A black thumbnail with “Recording” means that the title is being recorded or its recording will start within 10 seconds. This thumbnail cannot start playback.

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Introduction

Canceling selection of a part

1) From EDIT MENU Playlist editing, press / / / to select a part to cancel.

2) Press QUICK MENU.

Quick Menu appears.

3) Press

then press ENTER.

The part you have selected is canceled.

/ to select “Cancel selected title”,

Confirming the first and last scenes of a part or a Playlist

You can play the first and last 3 seconds of a scene (Preview). (If a title contains several chapters, the first and last scenes of the chapters are also played.)

Preview of a part:

1) At step 5 on

chapter, then press QUICK MENU.

2) Press

ENTER.

Preview of all parts:

1) Move the cursor to an any part (in the lower

area), then press QUICK MENU button.

2) Press

press ENTER.

/ to select “Preview”, then press

/ to select “Preview all playlists”, then

page 93, select a title or a

Confirming the title information

1) At step 5 on page 93, select a title or a

chapter, then press QUICK MENU.

2) Press

press ENTER.

/ to select “Title information” then

Correcting a Playlist

You can add or delete parts to correct a Playlist.

1) From CONTENT MENU, select a playlist to

correct.

2) Press QUICK MENU.

3) Press

then press ENTER.

“EDIT MENU Playlist editing” appears.

Follow the procedure from steps 5 on add or delete parts as necessary.

/ to select “Playlist re-editing” and

page 93,

Note

• You cannot edit a title (Playlist) of still pictures, or a title (Playlist) which contains both still and moving pictures.

Using a part in a Playlist also in another Playlist

1) Press EDIT MENU.

“EDIT MENU Main Menu” appears.

2) Press then press ENTER.

“EDIT MENU Playlist editing” appears.

3) Press ENTER.

The areas of title name and part selection become blank.

4) Following the procedures outlined on 93, make a Playlist.

/ / / to select “Playlist editing,”

/ / / to select “Start” then press

page

Naming a title (Playlist)

1) From EDIT MENU Playlist editing, move a cursor to the lower side (selected parts) then press QUICK MENU.

2) Press / to select “Edit title name,” then press ENTER.

A keyboard appears.

3) Following the procedures outlined on 36, enter a title name.

Note

• You can name a title also while viewing its information. From “CONTENT MENU Title List”, select a title and press QUICK MENU button then select “Title Information” by

/ buttons and ENTER button. Further press QUICK MENU button, and select “Edit title name” by / buttons and ENTER button.

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Making a Playlist of recorded contents where starting times are the same (i.e. daily or weekly recordings)

This will help to sort serials.

1) From “CONTENT MENU Title List”, press QUICK MENU.

2) Press ENTER.

3) Press

“Playlist(Mon-Fri)”

To sort out programs recorded on the same time on Monday to Friday to make a Playlist.

“Playlist(every week)”

To sort out programs recorded on the same time of the same day of the week to make a Playlist.

4) Press ENTER.

/ to select “Edit function”, then press

/ to select the item.

Notes

• Only titles (Original) can be sorted.

• The maximum number of sorted titles on a DVD-RAM disc

is 99.

• If you modify the recording start time or date of one of the recorded serials, the title will not be sorted out. Contrarily, any program can be sorted if its channel, recording start time and date are modified as the same as others.

•“Playlist(Mon-Fri)” can sort titles even if they are not complete 5 collections of Monday to Friday, on the condition that they have the same channel and recording start time, and exclude Saturday and Sunday.

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4: Dubbing to save

You can dub (copy or move) contents recorded in the HDD or DVD-RAM/R/RW, between HDD and DVD-RAM drive or within the same drives. Learn about dubbing on this recorder to select the best method.

Introduction

Recording

Purpose

Dubbing a whole title or a chapter

Converting a title (Playlist) into a title (Original)

Dubbing a title reducing its data size

Dubbing a title which is being played

Dubbing titles recorded on the HDD to DVD-R/RW for distribution to DVD player users

A: High speed dubbing

You can copy recorded contents without changing the picture and sound quality.

“High speed” means the dubbing time is shorter than the actual time of the content.

Use this function on the purposes such as the followings:

– when you copy a whole title to a DVD-RAM/R/

RW disc.

– when you convert a Playlist into an Original title

(produce an Original title from a Playlist)

High speed dubbing of several contents - “Dub selected items”

You can select titles and chapters and copy them all at once.

B: Rate conversion dubbing

You can copy content and change its data size from the original recording.

Use this function on the purposes such as the followings:

– When you have recorded a content on the HDD

at a high rate, and you cannot copy it to a DVDRAM disc because the data size is too large. (→ Reduce the data size.)

Operation

A: High speed dubbing ( page 100)

B: Rate conversion dubbing ( page 106)

C: Line-U dubbing ( page 110)

Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW

( page 112)

– When you recorded a content while “DVD

compatible mode” ( “Off”, and you cannot copy it to a DVD-R/RW in the DVD-Video format; or when a DVD-RAM disc was recorded with the other equipment which is not compatible with this recorder’s recording format, and you want to copy it to a DVD-R/RW (→ Set “DVD compatible mode” to “Main” or “SAP”.)

Rate conversion dubbing of several parts

You can select titles and chapters and change the data size and copy them all at once.

Use this function when you unify the compatibility of several titles and contents all at once.

C: Line-U dubbing

You can record pictures recorded which is being played.

Use this function when you want to copy contents in DVD-R/RW recorded on other device, which cannot show thumbnails in “CONTENT MENU Title List”, to the HDD.

All the above functions can copy data as original digital signals. “Rate conversion dubbing” and “Line- U dubbing”, however, needs data processing and may deteriorate the original picture and sound quality. Also, it is not possible to improve the picture and sound quality by the Rate conversion dubbing at increased bit rate.

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Ye s

From

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-R/RW

HDD

DVD-RAM

DVD-R/RW

(Not finalized yet)

HDD

DVD-RAM

HDD

DVD-R/RW

High speed

Library

dubbing

Ye s

High speed

Library

dubbing of

several parts

Ye s

Rate

conversion

dubbing

Ye s

Rate

conversion

dubbing of

several parts

Ye s

• It is not possible to copy to a DVD-R/RW of DVD-VR mode.

•“High speed dubbing” between the HDD and a DVD-R/RW recorded on other equipment is not possible.

•“High speed dubbing” to a finalized DVD-R/RW is not possible.

•“Line-U dubbing” using a DVD-R/RW which was recorded on other equipment and is not finalized yet is not possible.

“Copy” and “Move”

This recorder’s “Dubbing” has the following two definitions:

Copy:

The original program remains after the operation is completed.

Move:

The moved program will be erased from the original location after the operation is completed.

Whether or not you select either command depends entirely on the given situation. The command may be predetermined in some situations.

You cannot “move” contents in the following situations. (Instead, you will want to “copy” them.)

• The content is protected (

page 56).

• A specified portion of the title (chapter) is copyprotected, in which case, you cannot move from DVD-RAM to the HDD.

• You cannot move a Playlist. Only copying is permitted. When you copy a Playlist to a disc, it will be treated an Original on the disc. The original Playlist does not change to an Original.

Also, you cannot “move” or “copy” contents in the following situations:

• The recorded content contains a program that permits a single copy only.

Notes

• If either the HDD or DVD-RAM is not in optimum physical condition, an error may occur when you execute “Move” and some titles or chapters may be lost. If you want to “Move” non-copy-protected titles and chapters, it is recommended for safety that you first “Copy” them to the opposite drive and confirm they have been copied properly. Then delete the titles and chapters to which you have executed “Move”.

• The recorder cannot copy/move the following discs:

DVD-VIDEO VIDEO CD Audio CD CD-R CD-RW

• If you cannot copy/move for some other reason, such as insufficient disc capacity, etc., a message will appear on screen. In such a case, follow the instructions in the message.

• Depending on the content, associated information such as data management may not be copied/moved.

• You cannot copy/move titles containing still pictures.

• Dubbing to DVD-R/RW may divide the original title

depending on the contents. Also, the DVD-Video format recording ( page 112) may shift thumbnails.

• A part with aspect ratio 16:9 recorded at bit rate 1.0Mbps or 1.4Mbps cannot be dubbed to a DVD-R/RW. Change the aspect ratio to 4:3.

•“High speed dubbing” ( page 100) and “A: High speed dubbing (Dubbing specified parts together)” ( page 102) procedures always comply with “Aspect ratio(Video mode)” setting ( page 184).

• The title (Playlist) contains a portion that prohibits copying. Edit the title from the Original and create a new Playlist.

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Recording and playback while dubbing

Dubbing process by “High speed dubbing” and “Dub selected items” procedures will allow you to make a recording or playback of other titles.

HDD HDD

Playback

Recording

Playback

DVDDVD

Recording

Introduction

Recording

HDD DVD

DVD

HDD

DVD DVD

Notes

• Timer programmed recording have priority over other operations. Dubbing may be stopped if a timer program recording starts.

• While recording and dubbing are in progress at the same time, CONTENT MENU and LIBRARY MENU will not appear.

• Playing a recorded title while recording another on the same disc ( page 48), is not possible while dubbing.

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A: High speed dubbing (Dubbing only a specified part)

HDD

DVD-RAM

This section explains how to dub a specific title or chapter. To select several parts and dub them all at once, refer to

page 102.

DVD-RDVD-RW

Press CONTENT MENU, then press / / / to select a title.

Press QUICK MENU.

The Quick Menu appears.

Start

QUICK MENU

Press / to select “High speed dubbing” from the Quick Menu, then press ENTER.

“CONTENT MENU High Speed Library Dubbing” appears.

ENTER

e.g.

CONTENT

2006/03/30 09:00pm TV:4

High Speed Library Dubbing

Original

(0:52:40)

(Saves Original)

(Deletes Original)

(Saves Original)

Copy

Move

Same Disc

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