TOSHIBA RD-XV45 User Manual

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Introduction

Precautions

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

WARNING

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

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

The important note is located on the rear of the cabinet.

Laser Safety

This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service personnel should remove the cover or attempt to service this unit, due to the possibility of eye injury.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR

ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION: VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER

RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK DEFEATED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

LOCATION: INSIDE, NEAR THE DECK

MECHANISM.

Caution

1. Do not attempt to open the cabinet. There are no

2. Slots and openings in the cabinet at the sides and

3. Keep the unit away from radiators and other heat

4. Avoid use near strong magnetic fields.

5. Do not push objects of any kind into the unit

6. Do not spill liquid on the unit. If liquid is spilled

Power Supply

The power supply is connected and the unit is live when the mains cable is plugged into a 220–240 V , 50 Hz AC outlet. To operate the unit, press

[ ON / STANDBY].

WARNING: LIVE PARTS INSIDE.

DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS.

7. Do not stand the unit vertically. Use the unit in a

8. This product is in Stand-by mode when turned off

9. Do not place any combustible objects on the

10. Before moving the unit, be sure to remove any

11. Disconnect the mains plug to shut off when find

12. The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

13. Read both manual instructions to ensure correct

14. Keep the distances 20 cm around apparatus of

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

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

parts inside you can service. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

underneath are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation and to protect the unit from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Avoid installation in enclosed spaces such as bookcases unless suitable ventilation is provided.

sources.

through the cabinet slots or openings as they could touch electrically live parts or short circuit parts resulting in a fire or electric shock.

and enters the unit, consult qualified service personnel.

horizontal (flat) position only.

while the mains cable is connected.

device (candles, etc.).

discs and unplug the mains cable from the AC outlet.

troubles or not in use.

and safe installation and interconnection of the unit in multimedia systems.

ventilation openings.

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Declaration of Conformity

This product complies with the requirement of the directives EMC-Directive: 89 / 336 / EEC Low Voltage Directive: 73 / 23 / EEC CE Marking: 93 / 68 / EEC

We declare that the following product:

HDD & DVD / Video Cassette Recorder Model RD-XV45KB Trade Name: TOSHIBA

is in compliance with following Regulations.

EN55013: 2001+A1:2003, EN55020: 2002+A1:2003, EN61000-3-2: 2000, EN61000-3-3: 1995 + A1: 2001 EN60065: 2002 EN60825-1 Edition 1.2: 2001

A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING

This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your local recycling regulations.

This product consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialised company. Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning chemical wastes.

It is important that the colour of the replacement fuse cover corresponds with the rating marking on the base of the plug. If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or becomes damaged, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted following the wiring instructions below. The plug removed must be disposed of safely as insertion into a 13A socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard. For your own safety read the following instructions carefully before attempting to connect this unit to mains. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE=NEUTRAL, BROWN=LIVE

Important

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. No connection is to be made to the earth terminal of the plug. If a 13 Amp (BS 1363) Plug is used, a 3 Amp Fuse must be fitted, or if any other type of Plug is used a 3 or 5 Amp Fuse must be fitted, either in the Plug or Adaptor, or on the Distribution Board.

Mains Supply: 220 - 240V 50 Hz - AC only

Do not make any connection to the larger pin marked with the letter “E” or by the symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

Recording

Make your contribution to the environment!!!

• Exhausted batteries do not belong in the dustbin.

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

• Contact your council for details.

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

Connection to Power

Before Switching on make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate.

Mains Cord

This appliance may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change the fuse in a nonrewireable plug the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement available from the appliance manufacturer is obtained.

FUSE

BROWN

BLUE

(Neutral)

OUTER SHEATH OF THE WIRE

(Live)

CORD GRIP

Installation Location

For safety and optimum performance of this unit:

• Install the unit in a horizontal and stable position.

• Do not place anything directly on top of the unit.

• Do not place the unit directly on top of the TV.

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

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

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Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire

• Do not handle the mains cable with wet hands.

• Do not pull on the mains cable to disconnect it from AC outlet. Grasp it by the plug.

• If the water is spilled onto the unit accidentally, unplug the mains cable immediately and take the unit to an Authorized Service Centre for servicing.

Moisture Condensation Warning

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

About Copyright

Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of discs are prohibited. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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

“Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator enables consumers to create stereo DVD-Videos with stunning Dolby Digital sound tracks at home. The technology, when utilized instead of PCM recording, also saves recordable disc space, allowing for higher video resolution or extended recording time on each DVD. DVDs mastered using Dolby Digital Stereo Creator will play back on all DVD-Video players.” Note: This is true when the players are compatible

with actual recordable DVD discs.

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

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

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Accessories Supplied

• Remote control with two R6 (AA) batteries

OPEN/

TIMER

INPUT

PROG.

SELECT

.@/: ABC DEF

123

PROG.

GHI JKL MNO

456

PQRS TUV

WXYZ

SPACE

SET UP

AUDIO CLEAR

SYSTEM

MENU/LIST

TOP MENU

ENTER

DISPLAY RETURN

VARIABLE

REPLAY

SKIP

REV FWDPLAY

SLOW

PAUSESTOP

REC MONITOR

VCR HDD DVD

REC MODE

REC/OTR REC/OTR REC/OTR

III

DUBBING MODE

SEARCH MODE

•RF cable

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

HDD HDD HANDLING

• HDD is a precision apparatus that is susceptible to vibration, strong impact or dirt. Depending on the installation environment or handling, the unit may become partially damaged or in the worst case, recording or replaying may not be available. Especially while the HDD is in motion, do not subject it to vibration or strong impact or pull out the power plug. And if a power failure occurs, the content of the recording / replaying programme may be lost.

HDD MOVING THE UNIT

• HDD rotates at high speed when in operation. Be sure that rotation has stopped and then move the unit without subjecting it to strong impact or vibration.

• Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

•Quick Guide

• Registration card

Maintenance

SERVICING

• Please refer to relevant topics on the “Troubleshooting” on pages 92 to 96 before returning the product.

• If this unit becomes inoperative, do not try to correct the problem by yourself. There are no userserviceable parts inside. Turn the unit off, unplug the mains cable, and consult your dealer or an Authorized Service Centre.

CLEANING THE CABINET

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

DVD CLEANING DISCS

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

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

DVD CLEANING THE DISC LENS

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

DVD DISC HANDLING

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

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

VCR AUTO HEAD CLEANING

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

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

1. Please visit your local Audio / Video store and

purchase a good quality VHS Video Head Cleaner.

2. If a Video Head Cleaner does not solve the

problem, please consult your dealer or an Authorized Service Centre.

Note

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

• Clean video heads only when problems occur.

Recording

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

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Table of contents

Introduction ............................................ 2

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

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

Choosing a disc..................................................... 9

Guide to the Owner’s Manual.............................. 14

Functional Overview............................................ 15

Installing batteries in the remote control ............. 19

HDD / DVD / VCR modes switching.................... 19

Guide to Display Information............................... 20

Guide to Setup Menu .......................................... 20

Front Panel Display Guide .................................. 21

Connections ......................................... 22

Connections ........................................................ 22

Basic Setup........................................... 24

For the first time use ........................................... 24

Channel Setting................................................... 24

Setting the clock.................................................. 26

Selecting the TV aspect ratio .............................. 27

Recording ............................................. 28

Information on supported media ......................... 28

Formatting a disc................................................. 31

Selecting the sound mode................................... 33

Basic Recording .................................................. 34

One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)..................... 35

Timer Recording.................................................. 36

Satellite Link........................................................ 38

Information on dubbing ....................................... 40

Settings for external equipment .......................... 48

Dubbing from the external devices...................... 48

Setting disc protection......................................... 49

Finalising a disc................................................... 49

Editing ................................................... 69

Disc editing .......................................................... 69

Deleting titles ....................................................... 70

Protecting / Undo protecting titles........................ 72

Editing title names ...............................................72

Deleting a part of a title........................................ 73

Dividing a title ......................................................75

Combining titles ................................................... 76

Moving titles......................................................... 77

Chapter Marker.................................................... 78

Adding titles to a Playlist...................................... 80

Function Setup .....................................81

Tour of the Setup Menus ..................................... 81

Playback Setting.................................................. 83

Display Setting..................................................... 87

Reset to factory default........................................ 88

VCR Functions......................................89

Playback .............................................................. 89

Recording and One-touch Timer Recording

(OTR)................................................................... 89

Search .................................................................90

Other operations.................................................. 91

Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System ................................. 91

Others .................................................... 92

Troubleshooting................................................... 92

Language code.................................................... 97

Glossary .............................................................. 98

Specifications ...................................................... 99

Playback ............................................... 51

Information on playback ...................................... 51

Basic playback .................................................... 52

PBC function for Video CDs................................ 59

Special playback ................................................. 60

Repeat / Random / Programme playback /

Slide Show .......................................................... 63

Search................................................................. 65

Selecting the format of audio and video.............. 67

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Features

The following features are available with this unit.

Recording

This unit allows you to record on the HDD, a DVD-RW disc (rewritable) and a DVD-R disc (one-time write) as well as a videotape. You can choose any one for your convenience.

HDD DVD VCR

One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)

Page 35 (HDD / DVD) or Page 90 (VCR)]

[ This feature allows you to start the recording right away with just one-touch. And each press of [REC / OTR I] (HDD / DVD / VCR) increases the recording time by 30 minutes.

Left channel stereo recording

The unit can record monaural sound from the Left channel as pseudo stereo sound (same Left and Right channels) automatically. (AV3 only)

HDD DVD

Timer Programming up to 32 programmes

[ Pages 36-38] You can programme the unit to record up to 32 programmes within a one-month period. Daily or weekly repeating programmes can also be programmed.

Recording Monitor [ Page 32] You can check how the actual recording picture and the sound will be in the selected Rec Mode before attempting to record.

Automatic Chapter Marker [ Page 32] Each recorded title is automatically marked with chapter marks.

Automatic Playlist Making (VR mode discs and HDD only)

[ Page 70] Playlists are automatically copied from the Original List, so that you can edit titles.

HDD

160 GB Hard Disc [ Pages 28-30]

This unit is equipped with a 160 GB hard disc which allows you to record up to 340 hours (with SEP mode). The HDD operates just like a VR mode DVD-RW disc. Most of the functions which are available with a VR mode DVD-RW disc can be performed on the HDD too.

PDC [ Page 37] This system assures that the TV programme you wish to record using timer recording will be recorded exactly from beginning to end even if the actual broadcasting time differs.

DVD

Automatic DVD Menu Making (Video mode only)

[ Page 50] DVD Menus are made automatically when a Video mode disc is finalised.

Automatic Finalise (Video mode only)

[ Page 50] You can set the disc to be finalised automatically when a dubbing or One Touch Dubbing is completed. Relay Recording [ Page 36] During Timer Recording to a DVD, if the disc runs out of the space, or if there is no recordable disc in the unit, it automatically changes the recording media to the HDD.

Dubbing

With this unit, you can enjoy bi-directional dubbing with HDD, DVD or VCR.

HDD DVD

Maximum of x 20 HDD to VR mode DVD-RW disc dubbing speed (High Speed Dubbing)

[ Pages 44-46] Up to 20 times high speed dubbing from HDD to VR mode DVD-RW disc is possible if you use the compatible disc.

Just Dubbing [ Page 44] When dubbing from HDD to DVD, if you set the Rec Mode to “Auto”, this unit will automatically select the most suitable Rec Mode for the dubbing.

Playback

HDD DVD VCR

Simultaneous Playback and Recording

Page 61]

[ You can play back a title while recording.

HDD DVD

Theatre-quality Sound at Home [ Page 23]

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

Variable Skip [ Page 62] You can skip forward a certain time, which is specified in the Setup Menu in advance, with one-touch while playback.

Variable Replay [ Page 62] You can skip back a certain time, which is specified in the Setup Menu in advance, with one-touch while playback.

HDD

Time Shift Playback [ Page 61]

You can play back a title being recorded from the beginning while recording continues.

Series Search [ Page 66] You can search for the group of titles made with the same Periodical Timer Recordings.

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

Recording

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

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Editing

HDD DVD

Deleting Titles [ Pages 70-71]

You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.

Making Playlists [ Pages 70-80] While the Original List remains as it is, you can edit titles in the Playlist.

Putting Names on Titles Setting / Clearing Chapter Marks Dividing / Combining Titles Deleting Parts of Titles Moving Titles

Protecting Titles [ Page 72] You can prevent accidental editing or title erasing.

Compatibility

DVD

Playing back discs recorded in Video mode on any regular DVD player:

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

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

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Choosing a disc

When you want to play DVD or CD software or copy programmes 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.

Note

• Handle the disc according to the disc instruction manual.

• Toshiba cannot guarantee that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will operate as expected. Additionally, Toshiba cannot guarantee those discs recorded in this device will operate properly in other DVD players, recorders and/or personal computer drives.

For recording / playback

Disc Mark Specification Remarks

DVD-R •

4.7 GB for General Ver. 2.0 (8 cm (3 1/4 in.)) (12 cm (4 3/4 in.))

Read carefully the section “On DVD-R discs” (Page 11). Depending on the disc status or the recording equipment, playback of the disc may not be possible on this recorder.

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DVD-RW •

4.7 GB for Ver. 1.1 and 1.2 (8 cm (3 1/4 in.)) (12 cm (4 3/4 in.))

Read carefully the section “On DVD-RW discs” (Page 11). Depending on the disc status or the recording equipment, playback of the disc may not be possible on this recorder.

Using different disc types for different purposes

DVD-RW / R 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. DVD-R 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 rewritable, can be used as well.

We cannot guarantee that DVD-RW / R discs recorded on this recorder will be playable on all DVD recorders/ players. Similarly, there is no guarantee that all DVD-RW / R discs recorded on other recorders will be playable on this recorder.

Recording

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

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For playback only

Disc Mark Specification Remarks

DVD video • 8 cm (3 1/4 in.)

Audio CD (CD-DA)

CD-R

CD-RW

12 cm (4 3/4 in.)

• Region number

• 8 cm (3 1/4 in.) 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)

• 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)

• CD-DA (audio CD) format, MP3, JPEG, DivX files

The region number of this DVD recorder is 2. The region number marked on the rear panel must correspond to a specific playable area, that is printed on your DVD video disc.

If you do not find Region 2 or ALL regions, or the disc is encoded to permit playback only in regions other than Region 2, disc playback will not be allowed by the recorder.

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

VCD (VIDEO CD)

• 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)

• Version 1.1 and 2.0

is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

• You cannot play discs other than those listed above.

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

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

• Toshiba cannot guarantee that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will operate as expected.

This label indicates playback compatibility with DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode (Video Recording Format).

Note

• This unit cannot play the DVD-R discs recorded in VR mode (Video Recording Format).

• 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-RW / R 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-RW / R disc that is used in the manner described in the immediately preceding bullet point is used again in this recorder.

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

• Some functions 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.

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 guarantee that product will play every feature of every DVD bearing the DVD logo and/or every CD bearing the CD logo. As one of the creators of DVD technology, Toshiba DVD players are manufactured using the highest standards of quality, and as a result, such incompatibilities are rare.

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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 mode speed can also be used: Ver. 2.0/2x Ver. 2.0/4x Ver. 2.0/8x Ver. 2.0/16x

• Select discs labelled “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.

• We strongly recommend using any DVD-R 2x or 8x to assure good recording quality.

Discs that have been tested and are proven to be compatible with this recorder:

Verbatim DVD-R 8x Maxell DVD-R

On DVD-RW discs

Standards

• Discs labelled DVD-RW Ver. 1.1 or 1.2 can be used.

• Discs compatible with the following recording mode speeds can also be used: Ver. 1.1/2x Ver. 1.2/4x

• Select discs labelled “for video”, “for recording”, “120 min.” etc.

Recording conditions

• Images for which copying is prohibited (copy prohibited) cannot be recorded. If the disc is labelled as CPRM compatible, images for which copying is restricted (copy once) can be recorded in VR mode.

• We strongly recommend using any DVD-RW 4x disc to assure good recording quality.

Discs that have been tested and are proven to be compatible with this recorder:

TDK DVD-RW 2x JVC DVD-RW 4x

Marks on DVD video discs

The following are examples of marks and the meanings.

Mark Meanings

Number of audio streams recorded in

4:3

16:9 LB

16:9 PS

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.

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

Recording

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

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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 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3

Video CD/Audio CD

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

MP3, JPEG, DivX

Group 1 Group 2

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.

Group: Divided contents of a MP3, JPEG or DivX

data disc. Consists of number of tracks.

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.

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

On handling discs

• Do not touch the playback side of the disc.

Yes

• Do not stick paper or tape to discs.

Playback side

On cleaning discs

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

Yes

• Do not use any type of solvent such as thinners, 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.

DVD-RW disc Video mode DVD-RW disc VR mode DVD-R disc Video mode

Characteristics on this recorder

For the first use Initialise the disc. Initialise the disc. No preparatory steps required.

Recording a TV programme Yes Yes Yes

Erasing recorded contents Yes Yes Yes

Indexing recorded contents Yes Yes Yes

Naming a title Yes Yes Yes

Creating a thumbnail Yes Yes Yes

Collecting favourite scenes (Playlist Editing)

Making a new title from a Playlist containing favourite scenes (Copy within the same disc)

Playing contents recorded on this recorder, on other devices

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

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

You can erase recorded contents to use the disc repeatedly.

If the disc has been executed Video mode finalising process, first cancel the process then delete contents.

After you execute Video mode finalising process on a recorded disc, you cannot name a title or create a thumbnail.

No Yes No

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

Initialise the disc. Initialise the disc.

Suitable for saving data in VR mode format to play on compatible devices.

You can erase recorded contents to use the disc repeatedly.

You can erase recorded contents without cancelling the finalising process.

After you execute VR mode finalising process on a recorded disc, you can name a title or create a thumbnail.

Execute VR mode finalising process on this recorder. This process makes the disc playable on other compatible devices. (Some models excepted.)

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

Once you execute Video mode finalising 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.

Deleting contents cannot restore the disc space. After you execute Video mode finalising process on a recorded disc, you cannot delete contents of the disc.

After you execute Video mode finalising process on a recorded disc, you cannot name a title or create a thumbnail.

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

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VCD

MP3

JPEG

DivX

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Guide to the Owner’s Manual

Symbols used in the Owner’s Manual

To show what recording mode or disc type applies to each function, the following symbols appear at the beginning of each operating item.

Symbol Description

HDDHDD

Available to (internal) HDD

DVD-VDVD-V

Video

DVD-RWDVD-RW

DVD-RDVD-R

CDCDCD

VCD

MP3

JPEG

DivX

VCRVCR

Available to DVD-Videos

Available to DVD-RW discs in Video mode

Available to DVD-RW discs in VR mode

Available to DVD-R discs in Video mode

Available to Audio CDs

Available to Video CDs

Available to CD-RW / R discs with MP3 files

Available to CD-RW / R discs with JPEG files

Available to DVD-RW / R and CD-RW / R discs with DivX

Available to VHS tapes Use only cassettes marked VHS ( ).

files

PAL

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Functional Overview

Front Panel

6* 7

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

ON / STANDBY

1 ON / STANDBY button: Press to turn the

unit on / off.

2 ON / STANDBY indicator: Lights up when

the power is on.

3 Cassette compartment: Insert a tape here. 4 REC indicator (VCR): Lights up during VCR

recording.

5 DUBBING indicator 6 OPEN / CLOSE O button* (DVD): Press to

open / close the disc tray.

7 REC indicators (HDD / DVD): Lights up

during HDD / DVD recording.

8 Disc tray: Place a disc here. 9 RESET: Press with a sharp pointed object to

restart the unit. Also refer to the “Note” right below.

10 S-VIDEO input jack (AV3)

(HDD / DVD / VCR)

output of an external device here using a commercially available S-Video cable.

11 VIDEO input jack (AV3)

(HDD / DVD / VCR)

of an external device here using a commercially available Video cable.

12 AUDIO input jacks (AV3)

(HDD / DVD / VCR)

of an external device here using a commercially available Audio (L / R) cable.

13 I REC button (HDD / DVD): Press once to

start a basic recording. Press repeatedly to start an OTR (One-touch Timer Recording). Each press increases the recording time by 30 minutes up to 8 hours.

14 PLAY P button* (HDD / DVD): Press to start

or resume playback.

15 STOP S button* (HDD / DVD): Press to stop

playback, recording or dubbing.

Button names described in the Owner’s Manual

The instructions in this manual are described mainly with the operations using the remote control. Some operations can be carried out using the buttons on the front panel.

VCR

REC

24 22

23 2125

: Lights up during dubbing.

: Connect the S-Video

: Connect the video output

: Connect the audio output

PROGRAM

DUBBING

HDD

VCR

DVD

VCR

DVD

HDD

16 Device Select Buttons / Indicators:

VCR: Press to activate the VCR. Lights up when

VCR is selected.

HDD: Press to activate the HDD. Lights up when

HDD is selected.

DVD: Press to activate the DVD. Lights up when

DVD is selected.

17 DUBBING HDD DVD button: Press to start

One Touch Dubbing from HDD to DVD.

18 DUBBING VCR DVD button: Press to start

One Touch Dubbing from VCR to DVD.

19 PROGRAM / buttons: Press to change

the channel.

20 Front Panel Display: Shows information and

messages. Refer to “Front Panel Display Guide” on page 21.

21 I REC button (VCR): Press once to start a

basic recording. Press repeatedly to start an OTR (One-touch Timer Recording). Each press increases the recording time by 30 minutes up to 8 hours.

22 PLAY P button (VCR): Press to start playback. 23 F.FWD f button (VCR): Press to fast

forward or fast search.

24 REW r button (VCR): Press to rewind or

rewind search.

25 STOP / EJECT O/S button (VCR): Press to

eject the videotape. Press to stop recording or playback.

(*)

You can also turn on the unit by pressing these buttons.

Note

After pressing [RESET],

• The settings for the items listed below will be lost;

- Clock Setting

- Timer Programme

- Resume point

• The settings for the item listed below will not be lost, but need to be set again;

- Channel Setting

• All other settings will remain as memorized.

DVD

15*

HDD/DVD

14*

HDD

REC

DVD

S-VIDEO

VIDEO L

AV3

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Rear Panel

1 Mains cable

• Connect to a standard AC outlet.

2 AV2(DECODER) (HDD / DVD / VCR)

• Connect to VCR, camcorder, or other Audio-Video equipment. Use a commercially available Scart cable.

3 AV1(TV) (HDD / DVD / VCR)

• Connect to the Scart socket on your TV. Use a commercially available Scart cable.

4 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack

(HDD / DVD)

• Connect to an amplifier with a digital input jack such as a Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder. Use a commercially available Coaxial cable.

HDD / DVD / VCR

AV2 (DECODER)

AV1

(TV)

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

HDD/DVD/VCR

72134 5 86

5 AUDIO OUT jacks (HDD / DVD)

• Connect to the audio input jacks on your TV. Use a commercially available Audio cable.

6 S-VIDEO OUT jack (HDD / DVD)

• Connect to the S-Video input jack on your TV. Use a commercially available S-Video cable.

7 AERIAL (HDD / DVD / VCR)

• Connect to an antenna or cable.

8 RF OUT (HDD / DVD / VCR)

• Connect to the Aerial jack on your TV, cable box or direct broadcast system. Use the supplied RF cable.

AERIAL

RF OUT

Note

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

• This unit does not have an RF modulator.

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Remote Control

OPEN/

TIMER

.@/: ABC DEF

123

GHI JKL MNO

456

PQRS TUV

SYSTEM

MENU/LIST

DISPLAY RETURN

REV FWDPLAY

10 11 12

SLOW

REC MONITOR

REC MODE

DUBBING MODE

(*)

You can also turn on the unit by pressing these buttons when the remote control is in VCR / HDD / DVD mode.

(**)

This button does not function for this unit.

1 OPEN / CLOSE O button*

(DVD / VCR)

or eject a videotape.

2 Number buttons:

Press to select channel numbers. Press to select a title / chapter / track on the display. Press to enter setting values. Press to enter the index number / desired time to search in VCR mode.

3 SETUP button: Press to display the Setup

Menu. The unit switches to the HDD / DVD mode when this button is pressed.

: Press to open / close the disc tray

INPUT

PROG.

SELECT

WXYZ

SPACE

AUDIO CLEAR

SETUP

ENTER

VARIABLE

REPLAY

SKIP

VCR HDD DVD

REC/OTR REC/OTR REC/OTR

III

SEARCH MODE

PROG.

TOP MENU

VARIABLE

SKIP

PAU SESTOP

27 29

31 33

26*

28 30

4 MENU / LIST button (HDD / DVD):

Displays the Disc Menu. Changes the Original List and the Playlist.

5Cursor U / D / L / P buttons: Selects items

or settings.

6 DISPLAY button: Displays the on-screen

menu.

7SKIP B / F buttons (HDD / DVD):

During playback, press to skip to the previous / next chapter or track. Or when playback is paused, press to play back in forward / reverse step by step.

8 REV r button:

(HDD / DVD) During playback, press to play back

in fast reverse. Or when playback is paused, press to play back in slow reverse. (VCR) Press to rewind the videotape or to view the picture rapidly in reverse during the playback mode.

9PLAY P button*:

Press to start or resume playback. If the resume point has been set, the playback will start from the resume point.

10 SLOW button (VCR): During playback,

press to view the videotape in slow motion.

11 REC MONITOR button (HDD / DVD):

Press to check the picture and the audio qualities for recording.

12 REC MODE button: Press to select the Rec

Mode.

13 DUBBING MODE button: Press to display the

Dubbing Menu. The unit switches to the HDD / DVD mode when this button is pressed.

14 TIMER PROG. button: Press to display the

Timer Programming List. The unit switches to the HDD / DVD mode when this button is pressed.

15 INPUT SELECT button: Press to select an

external input mode (“AV1”, “AV2” or “AV3”).

16 ON / STANDBY button: Press to turn the

unit on / off.

17 PROG. / buttons:

Press to change the channel up / down. (VCR) Press to adjust the tracking during playback or in slow motion of the videotape. Also while playback is in still mode, you can stabilize the still picture.

18 CLEAR button:

(HDD / DVD) Press to clear the information once

entered, etc. (DVD) Press to erase the track number entered in the programme play screen for Video / Audio CDs.

(VCR) Press to reset the tape counter.

19 AUDIO button: During playback, press to

change the audio settings.

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20 TOP MENU button (HDD / DVD): Displays

the Title List.

21 ENTER button: Press to confirm or select

menu items.

22 RETURN button: Press to return to the

previously displayed Menu Screen.

23 VARIABLE SKIP button (HDD / DVD):

Skips by the amount of time set in advance.

24 VARIABLE REPLAY button

(HDD / DVD)

in advance.

: Replays by the amount of time set

25 FWD f button:

(HDD / DVD) During playback, press to play back

in fast forward. Or when playback is paused, press to play back in slow forward. (VCR) Press to rapidly advance the videotape or view the picture rapidly in forward during playback.

26 STOP S button*: Press to stop playback,

recording, or dubbing.

27 PAUSE p button: Press to pause playback or

recording.

Device Select Buttons:

28 VCR button:

Press to activate the remote control in VCR mode. (See page 19.) Press to activate the VCR.

29 HDD button:

Press to activate the remote control in HDD mode. (See page 19.) Press to activate the HDD.

30 DVD button:

Press to activate the remote control in DVD mode. (See page 19.) Press to activate the DVD.

31 REC / OTR I button (VCR):

Press once to start a basic VCR recording. Press repeatedly to start a One-touch Timer Recording in VCR mode.

32 REC / OTR I button (HDD):

Press once to start a basic HDD recording. Press repeatedly to start a One-touch Timer Recording in HDD mode.

33 REC / OTR I button (DVD):

Press once to start a basic DVD recording. Press repeatedly to start a One-touch Timer Recording in DVD mode.

34 SEARCH MODE button (VCR):

Press to call up the index or time search menu.

Button names described in the Owner’s Manual

The instructions in this manual are described mainly with the operations using the remote control. Some operations can be carried out using the buttons on the front panel.

O P E N

C L O S E

.@ / :

A B C

D E

G H IJ

K L

M N O

P R O

G .

P Q R

S T

V S P A C

S Y S

T E M

S E T

U P

M E N

U /L I

S T

E N T E

T O

P M

E N U

U D I O

C L E

W X

Y Z

T I M

E R

R O G

I N P U

S E L E C

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Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

Installing batteries in the remote control

Install two R6 (AA) batteries (supplied) into the remote control, carefully match with the polarity indicated inside the battery compartment.

Caution

• Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting.

• Do not mix new and old batteries together.

• Do not use different kinds of batteries together.

• Make sure that the + and - ends of each battery match the indications inside the battery compartment.

• Remove batteries if the equipment will not be used for a month or more.

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

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

About the remote control

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

• Use within the operating range and angle as shown.

HDD / DVD / VCR modes switching

Because this product is a combination of a VCR, a HDD and a DVD recorder, you must select first which component you wish to operate.

Device Select Buttons / Indicators

OPEN/

TIMER

INPUT

PROG.

VCR

I /

ON / STANDBY

REC

PROGRAM

HDD/DVD

REC

DUBBING

HDD

VCR

DVD

VCR

HDD

DVD

HDD

VCR HDD DVD

DVD button / indicator

HDD button / indicator

VCR button / indicator

VCR button

HDD button

DVD button

HDD mode

Press [HDD] on the remote control. (Verify that the HDD indicator is lit.)

DVD mode

Press [DVD] on the remote control. (Verify that the DVD indicator is lit.)

SELECT

.@/: ABC DEF

123

PROG.

GHI JKL MNO

456

WXYZ

PQRS TUV

SPACE

AUDIO CLEAR

SETUP

SYSTEM

TOP MENU

MENU/LIST

ENTER

DISPLAY RETURN

VARIABLE

REPLAY

SKIP

REV FWDPLAY

PAUSESTOP

SLOW

REC MONITOR

VCR HDD DVD

REC MODE

REC/OTR REC/OTR REC/OTR

III

DUBBING MODE SEARCH MODE

Recording

I /

O N

/ S T

A N

D B

30˚

V C

E C

P R O G

R A M

D U B B

IN G

V C

R V C R

H D

D V

H D D

D V

D D

/D V

R E C

H D D

D V D

Within about 7 m

30˚

Remote control

• The maximum operable range as follows:

Line of sight: approximately 7 m Either side of centre: approximately 7 m within

• Remote control operation may become unreliable if the remote control sensor of the unit is being exposed by the strong sunlight or fluorescent light.

• Remote controls for different devices can interfere with each other. Be careful when using remote controls for other equipment located close to the unit.

• Replace the batteries when the operating range of the remote control reduces.

30 degrees

VCR mode

Press [VCR] on the remote control. (Verify that the VCR indicator is lit.)

Note

• Pressing the device select button on the front panel DOES NOT switch the device mode of the remote control. You MUST select the correct device mode on the remote control.

• If you press [REC / OTR

I] of each device,

recording starts in its device mode.

• When the buttons listed below are pressed, the unit switches to the HDD / DVD mode.

- [TIMER PROG.]

- [SETUP]

- [DUBBING MODE]

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DVD Menu

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

Advanced Menu

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

Playback

Record

Display

Reset to factory default

Auto Clock Setting

Clock Setting

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Guide to Display Information

The Display Menu gives you information on the playback status of the HDD or DVD.

Display Example:

Press [DISPLAY] once to show the information on the current operation mode. Press [DISPLAY] one more time to see more information, and to call up the icons for the available features.

DVD MODE

DVD Play AAA

Press [DISPLAY] once.

DVD MODE

8 / 8 1 / 4 0:00:04/ 1:30:00

2 3

Guide to Setup Menu

This unit uses the following on-screen menu for most operations. It allows you to change the settings of the unit to match the environment, and to customise the settings as you prefer. “Easy Setting Menu” and “Advanced Menu” are available. “Easy Setting Menu” consists of those frequently needed. You can make all required settings using “Advanced Menu.”

How to use Setup Menus:

Press [SETUP] to display “Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Menu.” Choose either menu using

[Cursor

• CD Menu is available only when a CD is loaded.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Example: Advanced Menu

Advanced Menu

DVD Menu

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

DVD Recording Format

Press [DISPLAY] twice.

Each section includes the information as listed below:

1 Device mode 2 • Current title number / total number of the titles

• Current chapter number / total number of the chapters

• Elapsed playback time of the current title / total time of the title

3 • Playback status

• Name of the current title

4 Playback status icon 5 Icons for the available features:

: SEARCH

: AUDIO

: SUBTITLE

: ANGLE

: REPEAT

: ZOOM

: NOISE REDUCTION

Note

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

• The information will not appear under the following conditions;

- When there is no title recorded in the HDD/DVD.

- During recording (DVD only).

Select a menu using [Cursor

U / D], then press

[ENTER].

Advanced Menu

DVD Menu

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

Select an item to set using [Cursor

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

Playback

Record

Display

Reset to factory default

U / D], then

press [ENTER]. Sub menu or option window will appear.

Advanced Menu

DVD Menu

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

Clock Setting

Playback

Clock Setting

Record

Auto Clock Setting

Display

Reset to factory default

Make your desirable selection using

[Cursor

U / D / L / P], then press [ENTER].

Available menus vary among discs.

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Front Panel Display Guide

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TIME SHIFT

1 TIME SHIFT

Appears during the Time Shift Playback (HDD).

2 Title / Track and Chapter mark

: Appears when indicating a title / track

number.

: Appears when indicating a chapter

number.

3 Current status of the unit

: Appears when Timer Recording is in

Standby, or is proceeding. Disappears when all the Timer Recordings are finished. (Does not appear while in the Satellite Link standby mode or the Satellite Link Recording is in progress.)

: Appears when a videotape is in the unit.

DB : Lights up during a dubbing process.

VCR HDD

DVD

CD R W

5 Disc type and current status of the unit

: Appears when an Audio CD or a disc with

MP3 / JPEG / DivX

R : Appears when a DVD-R disc is loaded on

the disc tray.

RW : Appears when a DVD-RW disc is loaded on

the disc tray.

6 Displays the following

• Played-back time

• Current title / chapter / track number

• Recording time

•Clock

• Channel number

• VCR tape counter

• Remaining time for a One-touch Timer Recording

files is on the disc tray.

Recording

I VCR : Lights up during VCR recording.

I HDD : Lights up during HDD recording. I DVD : Lights up during DVD recording.

Display Messages

Appears when the unit is turning on.

Appears when the disc tray is opening.

Appears when the disc tray is closing.

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Appears when the unit is turning off.

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Appears when a disc is loaded on the disc tray.

VCR Functions Others

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Connections

To A e r ia l j ac k

Scart cable (not supplied)

HDD / DVD / VCR

AV2 (DECODER)

AV1

(TV)

Connections

Connecting to a TV

Connect the unit to a TV after considering the capabilities of your existing equipment.

Before installation, unplug your TV and this unit. Using the Scart socket

1 Connect the antenna or cable to the

AERIAL jack of this unit.

2 Connect the RF OUT jack of this unit

to the Aerial jack of your TV. Use the supplied RF cable.

Connect AV1(TV) Scart socket of this unit to the Scart socket of your TV. Use a commercially available Scart cable.

Note

• If your TV does not have a Scart socket, use a commercially available Scart adaptor or Scart / RCA cable to connect. Use only AV1(TV) or AV2(DECODER) socket for the VCR output signals of this unit.

• Teletext can only be output in VCR mode through AV1(TV) out.

Using the S-VIDEO OUT jack and the AUDIO OUT jacks (only for HDD / DVD)

If your TV has an S-Video input jack, use S-Video and Audio cables to connect.

1 Follow steps 1 and 2 above. 2

Connect S-VIDEO OUT jack of this unit to the S-Video input jack of your TV. Use a commercially available S-Video cable.

3 Connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of this

unit to the analogue Audio input jacks of your TV. Use a commercially available Audio cable.

Antenna

Audio/Video cable (not supplied)

Scart/RCA cable (not supplied)

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

OUT

Scart adaptor (not supplied)

HDD/DVD/VCR

AERIAL

RF OUT

RF cable (supplied)

RF cable (not supplied)

AUDIO IN S-VIDEO IN

Audio cable (not supplied)

HDD / DVD / VCR

AV2 (DECODER)

AV1 (TV)

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

Note for a TV with no S-Video input jack or Scart socket:

• This unit has no RF modulator, so this type of TV cannot be used.

Connecting to external equipment

This unit has three input terminals, AV1(TV) or AV2(DECODER) on the rear panel and AV3 on the front panel. Be sure that all the units are off before making any connections.

Recording from a HDD / DVD player, VCR, Satellite Box or other Audio-Video equipment with a Scart output socket (AV2)

AV output socket (Scart)

Scart cable (not supplied)

AV2 (DECODER)

HDD / DVD / VCR

AV2 (DECODER)

AV1 (TV)

Cable Signal

S-Video cable (not supplied)

HDD/DVD/VCR

AERIAL

RF OUT

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

AUDIO OUT

HDD/DVD/VCR

AERIAL

COAXIAL

RF OUT

PROGRAM

DUBBING

VCR

HDD

DVD

HDD

DVD

REC

HDD/DVD

S-VIDEO

VIDEO L

AV3

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Note

• When you record a TV programme from a Satellite Box, you must connect a Scart cable to AV2(DECODER). (See page 38.)

• If the external equipment connected to the AV2(DECODER) socket supplies control voltage to this unit via Pin 8 of the Scart cable, the display functions (e.g.P01) of the remote control cannot be seen on the TV. In this case, turn off the external equipment to prevent control voltage.

Recording from a camcorder or other Audio-Video equipment with no Scart output socket (AV3)

If no S-Video input jack is available, connect to VIDEO input jack on the front panel using an RCA Video cable. Set “S-Video In” when using S-VIDEO input jack. (See page 48.)

AV3 ( F r o n t )

S-Video cable (not supplied)

S-VIDEO

OUT

Audio cable (not supplied)

AUDIO

OUT

Digital audio for better sound quality (only for HDD / DVD)

Digital audio input jack

COAXIAL

Coaxial cable (not supplied)

Dolby Digital decoder, DTS decoder or MPEG decoder, etc.

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

OUT

1 For clear digital sound quality, use

the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack to connect your digital audio equipment.

If the audio format of the digital output does not match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all.

Connecting a Dolby Digital™ decoder, DTS decoder or MPEG decoder

• Connecting Multi-channel Dolby Digital decoder allows you to enjoy the Multi-channel Dolby Digital surround system as well as DTS decoder, Multichannel surround system.

• After connecting to a Dolby Digital decoder, set “Dolby Digital” to “Stream” in “Audio Out”. (See page

85.)

• After connecting to a DTS decoder, set “DTS” to “On” in “Audio Out”. (See page 85.)

• After connecting to a MPEG decoder, set “MPEG” to “Stream” in “Audio Out”. (See page 85.)

Connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck

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

• If not connected to a Dolby Digital decoder, set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” in “Audio Out” (see page

85). Playing back a DVD using incorrect settings may generate noise distortion, and damage speakers.

• Set “Dolby Digital” and “MPEG” to “PCM” and set “DTS” to “Off” in “Audio Out” (see page 85) for connecting to an MD or DAT deck.

• You can use AUDIO OUT jacks for the connection of your audio system.

After you have completed connections

Switch the input selector on your TV to an appropriate external input channel. For details, refer to the Owner’s Manual of your TV.

Note

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

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Editing

Function Setup

HDD / DVD / VCR

AV2 (DECODER)

AV1 (TV)

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

AUDIO OUT

HDD/DVD/VCR

AERIAL

COAXIAL

RF OUT

VCR Functions Others

The connections illustrated above are optional for better sound.

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Basic Setup

For the first time use

Right after the purchase of the unit, do the Initialise Setting by doing the following procedures. This menu may not appear if you have already turned on the unit.

1 After making all the necessary

connections, turn on the TV. Select the appropriate external input channel.

(See pages 22 to 23.)

2 Press [ ON / STANDBY].

The following screen will automatically appear and the Auto Channel Tuning will start. If you like to skip this step, press [RETURN].

Auto Tuning

Channel Setting

Auto Tuning

Although your unit may automatically memorise the channels you receive when you turn it on for the first time, you can set up the channels again.

1 Press [ ON / STANDBY] to turn on

the unit.

2 Turn the TV on and select the input

to which the unit is connected.

3 In stop mode, press [SETUP].

“Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Menu” will appear.

4 Select “Initial Setup” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

5 Select “Channel Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

6 Select “Auto Tuning” using

[Cursor

The unit will start storing channels available in your area.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Auto Tuning

• Wait for several minutes to finish channel storing.

After Auto Tuning has stopped:

•Use [PROG. / ] or [the Number Buttons] to

change the channel.

• When you use [the Number Buttons], press [0]

first for a single digit number.

•Use [INPUT SELECT] to select an external input

channel (“AV1”, “AV2” or “AV3”) of this unit.

To cancel auto tuning: Press [SETUP] or [RETURN] during scanning.

Note

• The selection will be affected by how you receive TV channels in your local area.

• If the auto tuning is cancelled during scanning, some channels not yet tuned may not be received.

• You cannot change the channel when either HDD, DVD or VCR is in any recording mode (normal recording, One-touch Timer Recording or Timer Recording).

• Sorting of TV channels from P01 to P06 will be performed automatically as follows. P01: BBC1 P02: BBC2 P03: ITV P04: CH4 P05: CH5 P06: SKY NEWS

* If you are using a satellite receiver, turn it on and

select SKY NEWS before commencing tuning.

Manual Tuning

Tune each channel manually.

1 In stop mode, press [SETUP].

“Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Menu” will appear.

2 Select “Initial Setup” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

3 Select “Channel Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

4 Select “Manual Tuning” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Manual Tuning

Position

Channel

Decoder

Skip

P12

123

Off

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5 Select “Position” using

[Cursor [Cursor

U / D], then press P].

6 Select the position number you want

using [the Number buttons] or [Cursor [Cursor

You can select position numbers 01 to 99.

U / D], then press L].

7 Select “Channel” using

[Cursor [Cursor

U / D], then press P].

8 Press [Cursor U / D] to start

scanning.

• The tuner will begin to search up or down automatically. When a channel is found, the unit will stop searching and the picture will appear on the TV screen.

• You can select a desired channel number using [the Number buttons]. Refer to the following Channel Plan table and press the three digits to select the channel number. (To select channel 4, press [0] first and then press [0] and [4]. Or press [4] and then “– – 4” appears and wait for 2 seconds.)

• If this is the channel you want, press

[Cursor

This unit can receive the Hyper and Oscar frequency bands.

• If “Skip” is set to “On,” select “Skip” using

[Cursor “Off” using [Cursor [Cursor

• If you want to decode scrambled signals, select “Decoder” using [Cursor

[Cursor

then press [Cursor

• To store another channel, repeat steps 5 to 8.

L].

Channel Plan

CH Indication TV Channel

01 – 10 IRA-IRJ, GAP 21 – 69 E21 – E69 74 – 78 X, Y, Z, Z+1, Z+2

80 – 99, 100 S1 – S20, GAP

121 – 141 S21 – S41

U / D], then press [Cursor P]. Select

U / D], then press

L].

U / D], then press

P]. Select “On” using [Cursor U / D],

L].

9 After completion, press [SETUP] to

exit.

To select a channel

Notes on using [the Number buttons]:

• Enter channel numbers as a two-digit number for the quickest result. For example, to select channel 6, press [0] and [6]. If you only press [6], channel 6 will be selected after 2 seconds. You can only select channels 1 to 99.

About an external input:

• You can select the external input mode “AV1,” “AV2” or “AV3” using [INPUT SELECT].

• You cannot change the channel when either HDD, DVD or VCR is in any recording mode (normal recording, One-touch Timer Recording or Timer Recording).

To skip a preset channel

You can set the unit to skip channels you can no longer receive or seldom watch when you access channels using [PROG. / ].

1 Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Manual

tuning”.

(See page 24.)

2 Select “Position” using

[Cursor [Cursor

U / D], then press P].

3 Select the position number you want

to skip using [the Number buttons] or [Cursor [Cursor

U / D], then press

L].

4 Select “Skip” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [Cursor

P].

5 Select “On” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [Cursor

• To skip another channel, repeat steps 2 to 5.

L].

6 Press [SETUP] to exit.

Move

You can replace two channels.

1 Press [SETUP].

“Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Menu” will appear.

2 Select “Initial Setup” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

3 Select “Channel Setting” using

[Cursor

Channel Setting Menu will appear.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

4 Select “Move” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [ENTER].

Option window will appear.

5 Select the position number of which

you want to change the channel using [Cursor

U / D], then press

[ENTER].

You cannot select a position number where “– – –” appears next to the number, because “Skip” is set to “On” for that position number.

6 Move the channel to another

position number using [Cursor

• To move another channel, repeat steps 5 to 6.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

7 Press [SETUP] to exit.

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

Recording

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

Playback

Record

Display

Reset to factory default

DVD Menu

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

Advanced Menu

Auto Clock Setting

Clock Setting

Off

Auto Clock Setting

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Setting the clock

Auto Clock Setting

1 Press [SETUP].

“Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Menu” will appear.

Advanced Menu

DVD Menu

HDD MENU

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

DVD Disc Format

DVD Recording Format

Finalise

Disc Protect

Delete Playlist

2 Select “Initial Setup” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Advanced Menu

DVD Menu

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

Playback

Record

Display

Reset to factory default

3 Select “Clock Setting” using

[Cursor

Clock Setting Menu will appear.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Clock Setting

Auto Clock Setting

4 Select “Auto Clock Setting” using

[Cursor

Option window will appear.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Auto Clock Setting

On Off

5 Select “On” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [ENTER].

Note

• If you want to cancel “Auto Clock Setting”, select

“Off” using [Cursor

U / D] at step 5, and then press

[ENTER].

• The default setting of “Auto Clock Setting” is “On”.

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

• To set the clock automatically, the channel assigned to “P04” must receive the PDC signal and the Decoder must be Off.

• The clock cannot be set automatically if you are not receiving a channel in your area that carries a time signal. In this case, set the clock manually.

• Once the auto clock setting is performed, the unit will correct the current time by receiving PDC broadcasts whenever the unit is in standby mode.

• The unit will correct the current time automatically at 8:00, if the unit is in standby mode.

• From 23:00 to 1:00, the Auto Clock function will not operate even if the unit is in standby mode.

Manual Clock Setting

1 Follow the steps 1 to 3 in “Auto

Clock Setting” on the left.

2 Select “Clock Setting” using

[Cursor

Clock Setting Window will appear.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Clock Setting

(Sun)

12 2006 22 3231

/ / :

3 Move to the item you want to set

using [Cursor setting to suit your preference using [Cursor

L / P], and change the

U / D].

4 When all the information is entered,

press [ENTER].

Your setting is activated. Although seconds are not displayed, they will be counted from zero.

5 Press [SETUP] to exit.

Note

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

6 Press [SETUP] to exit. 7 Press [ ON / STANDBY] to turn the

unit to standby mode.

The Auto Clock function is activated. This unit will search for the time only when the unit is in standby mode. Leave the unit for several minutes to give it time to set the clock.

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

Playback

Record

Display

Reset to factory default

DVD Menu

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

Advanced Menu

Angle Icon

Variable Replay/Skip Speed

Audio Out

Subtitle Language

Audio Language

Disc Menu Language

Parental Lock

TV Aspect

Playback

TV System

Media

DivX

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Selecting the TV aspect ratio

You can select the TV aspect ratio to match the formats of what you are playing back on the unit and your TV screen (4:3 standard or 16:9 widescreen TV).

1 Press [SETUP].

“Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Menu” will appear. If “Advanced Menu” is displayed, proceed to step

Easy Setting Menu

DVD Menu

HDD MENU

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Advanced Menu

DVD Disc Format

DVD Recording Format

Finalise

Disc Protect

Delete Playlist

2 Select “Advanced Menu” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

3 Select “Initial Setup” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

6 Select a desired option using

[Cursor

Your setting is activated.

• The default setting is “4:3 Letter Box”.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

7 Press [SETUP] to exit.

Note

• If you have a standard TV: Select “4:3 Letter Box” for full-length picture with black bars on the top and bottom of the screen. Select “4:3 Pan & Scan” for a full-height picture with both sides trimmed.

• If you have a widescreen TV: Select “16:9 Wide”.

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

Recording

Advanced Menu

DVD Menu

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

Playback

Record

Display

Reset to factory default

4 Select “Playback” using

[Cursor

Playback Menu will appear.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Playback

TV Aspect

Parental Lock

Disc Menu Language

Audio Language

Subtitle Language

Audio Out

Variable Replay/Skip Speed

Angle Icon

TV System

Media

DivX

5 Select “TV Aspect” using

[Cursor

Option window will appear.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

TV Aspect

4:3 Letter Box

4:3 Pan & Scan

16:9 Wide

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Recording

Information on supported media

Media types

✬✬✬: Most suitable. ✬✬: Can be used. ✬: Some functions are limited. —: Cannot be used.

You want to HDD DVD-RW VR DVD-RW Video DVD-R VCR

Record TV programmes ✬✬✬ ✬✬✬ ✬✬✬ ✬✬✬ ✬✬✬

Reuse by deleting unwanted contents ✬✬✬ ✬✬✬ ✬✬ — ✬✬

Edit recorded contents ✬✬✬ ✬✬✬ ✬ ✬ —

Edit / Record from connected equipment ✬✬✬ ✬✬✬ ✬✬✬ ✬✬✬ ✬

Copy discs for distribution — ✬✬

Play on other HDD / DVD / VCR equipment

*1 VR mode DVD-RW can only be played on DVD equipment that is VR compatible. *2 Programmes can be recorded from other equipment, but they cannot be edited.

Features HDD DVD-RW VR DVD-RW Video DVD-R VCR

Recording

Rewritable Yes Yes Yes No Yes

Can create chapters at fixed intervals (auto.)

Can create chapters wherever you like (manual)

Can record 16:9 size pictures Yes Yes Yes Yes No

Can record copy-once programmes

Editing

Can perform basic edit functions Yes Yes Yes Yes No

Can perform advanced edit functions (Playlist edit)

*1 CPRM compatible disc only.

— ✬✬

Yes Yes Yes Ye s No

Yes Yes No No No

Yes Ye s

Yes Yes No No No

✬✬✬ ✬✬✬ —

✬✬✬ ✬✬✬ ✬✬✬

No No Yes

Note

• For details of the above functions and implied restrictions, see the explanations inside this Owner’s Manual.

Information:

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

You can record and edit material repeatedly. It is impossible to record additional materials on a disc formatted in VR mode and already recorded in another video system other than PAL, such as NTSC.

Logo Attributes

repeatedly, and the recorded contents can be erased. There are 2 recording format: VR mode and Video mode. VR and Video modes are available for DVD-RW discs while as only Video mode is available for DVD-R discs.

Video mode is the same recording format as used on the pre-recorded DVD-Videos you purchase in local

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

shops. You can play back the discs recorded in this format on most of the DVD players. You will need to finalise such discs (see page 49) before playing them back on other DVD players. Unless finalised, you can record additional materials or edit discs recorded in Video mode with this unit. VR (Video Recording) mode is a basic recording format for DVD-RW discs.

If you want to record repeatedly on the same disc, or if you want to edit the disc after recording, use a rewritable DVD-RW type disc. If you want to save recordings without any alteration, use a non-rewritable DVD-R type disc.

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Recordable discs

• Discs that can be used with this recorder: DVD-R: 2x, 4x, 8x or 16x DVD-RW: 2x or 4x

• Discs that have been tested and are proven to be compatible with this recorder: Maxell DVD-R, TDK DVD-RW 2x, Verbatim DVD-R 8x, JVC DVD-RW 4x

Disc type Disc format Functions

Video mode Playing back,

Video

DVD-RWDVD-RW

VR mode Playing back,

DVD-RWDVD-RW

Video mode

DVD-RDVD-R

Limited recording, Limited editing

Recording, Original / Playlist editing

Playing back, Limited recording, Limited editing

DVD players bearing the logo are capable of playing back DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode.

Rec Mode

You can select a Rec Mode among 6 options. And the recording time and the picture / audio quality of recorded material depends on the Rec Mode you select.

Disc size

8 cm Disc

12 cm Disc

HDD (Internal)

Rec Mode

XP 18 min ✬✬✬✬✬✬ (good)

SP 36 min ✬✬✬✬✬

LP 72 min ✬✬✬✬

EP 108 min ✬✬✬

SLP 144 min ✬✬

SEP 180 min ✬ (poor)

XP 60 min ✬✬✬✬✬✬ (good)

SP 120 min ✬✬✬✬✬

LP 240 min ✬✬✬✬

EP 360 min ✬✬✬

SLP 480 min ✬✬

SEP 600 min ✬ (poor)

XP 34 hrs ✬✬✬✬✬✬ (good)

SP 68 hrs ✬✬✬✬✬

LP 136 hrs ✬✬✬✬

EP 204 hrs ✬✬✬

SLP 272 hrs ✬✬

SEP 340 hrs ✬ (poor)

Recording time

Video / Sound Quality

To select the Rec Mode you prefer, press [REC MODE]. The information of the selected media (internal HDD or DVD) will be displayed.

HDD P07 XP 17:32

Indicates the remaining time of the disc when recorded with the selected Rec Mode.

Press [REC MODE] repeatedly to change the Rec Mode. The speed will be changed each time you press it with the following order:

XP SP LP

EPSLPSEP

The information will disappear in a few seconds, or press [DISPLAY] to exit.

* The recording time is an estimate and actual

recording time may differ.

* Audio and video quality of the content being

recorded may degrade if the recording time becomes longer.

* Each time you press [REC MODE], remaining

recording time is displayed.

Note

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

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

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

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

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

• Playlist will be created automatically when recording to VR mode DVD-RW disc and HDD.

• DVD-RW once formatted with other DVD recorders cannot be recorded on this unit and vice versa.

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Recording

Editing

Function Setup

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Restrictions on recording

You cannot record copy-protected video using this unit. Copy-protected video includes DVD-Videos and some satellite broadcasts. If copy-protected material is detected, recording will pause or stop automatically and an error message appears on the screen. You can only record “Copy-once only” video using a DVD-RW disc in VR mode with Content Protection for Recordable Media (CPRM). When recording a TV broadcast or an external input, you can display copy control information on the screen.

CPRM is a scrambling copy protection system for the protection of “copy-once” broadcast programmes. This unit is CPRM compatible, which means that you can record copy-once broadcast programmes, but you cannot make a copy of those recordings. CPRM recordings can only be played back on DVD players that are specifically compatible with CPRM.

Maximum recordable numbers of title / chapters: HDD: 300 titles per each Playlist and

Original List 999 chapters per title

VR mode DVD: 99 titles per each Playlist and

Original List 999 chapters per each Playlist and Original List

Video mode DVD: 99 titles per disc

99 chapters per title

Information on copy control

Some satellite broadcasts include copy-protected information. If you wish to record them, refer to the following.

Copy-

Disc type / format

HDDHDD

ver. 1.1 / ver. 1.2

DVD-RWDVD-RW

DVD-RDVD-R

VCRVCR

ver. 1.1 / ver. 1.2 CPRM compatible

ver. 1.1 / ver. 1.2

Video

ver. 1.1 / ver. 1.2 CPRM compatible

ver. 2.0

: Recordable : Not recordable

free

once

Copyprohibited

Making discs playable in other DVD players (Finalise)

After recording, you must finalise the disc to play it back on other players. (See page 49.) You cannot finalise discs in other DVD recorders.

• For Video mode discs, the finalisation is required.

• For VR mode discs, the finalisation is recommended.

• For the information on videotapes, refer to “VCR Functions” on pages 89 to 91.

About HDD

HDD is a special component which has high recording density and is suited for long-time recording or highspeed cueing but by contrast, has many factors which can cause breakage. Use HDD on the premise that you should dub the recorded programmes to a DVD disc or a videotape to protect your precious videos.

HDD is a temporary storage location:

HDD is not a permanent storage location of the recorded contents. Be sure to use it as a temporary storage location until you watch the programmes once, edit them, or dub them to a DVD disc or a videotape.

Be sure to dub (back up) data promptly if you find abnormalities in HDD:

If there is mechanical trouble with the HDD, grinding or other sounds may be heard or blocky noise may appear on the image. If you continue to use as it is, deterioration may continue and eventually the HDD may not be used at all. If you notice these symptoms of a failing HDD, promptly dub the data to a DVD disc or a videotape. When an HDD fails, recovery of recorded content (data) may be impossible.

About the remaining capacity of HDD recording time:

In recording to HDD, the Remaining Capacity Display may differ from the actual recordable time as this unit adopts Variable Bit Rate encoding, which varies the recording (storage) amount of data in conformity with the information amount of video. Before recording to the HDD, ensure there is sufficient space on the HDD by deleting unnecessary titles in advance. (Remaining capacity will not increase if you only delete Playlists.)

VD Recording Foror

mat

Video

mat disc?

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Formatting a disc

Selecting the recording format type

DVD-RWDVD-RWVRDVD-RWDVD-RW

The recording format type you set here will be memorized and applied to the disc whenever you format DVD-RW discs.

Video

1 Press [SETUP].

“Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Menu” will appear.

Advanced Menu

DVD Menu

HDD MENU

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

DVD Disc Format

DVD Recording Format

Finalise

Disc Protect

Delete Playlist

Formatting a pre-recorded disc (Disc Format)

DVD-RWDVD-RWVRDVD-RWDVD-RW

If you format a pre-recorded disc, all the data contained in it will be erased and the disc will return to the blank media status. This feature is only available for the DVD-RW disc.

Video

1 Press [SETUP].

“Easy Setting Menu” or “Advanced Menu” will appear.

Advanced Menu

DVD Menu

HDD MENU

HDD Menu

Initial Setup

Timer Program

Easy Setting Menu

DVD Disc Format

DVD Recording Format

Finalise

Disc Protect

Delete Playlist

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

Recording

2 Select “DVD Menu” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

3 Select “DVD Recording Format”

using [Cursor [ENTER].

Option window will appear.

U / D], then press

DDVD Recording F

Video

mat

4 Select “VR” or “Video” using

[Cursor

Your setting is activated.

• The default setting is “VR”.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

5 Press [SETUP] to exit.

Auto Format:

Whenever you load a brand new DVD-RW disc, the unit will automatically format the disc in the recording format type you set in this section. The following message will appear if a Timer Recording is programmed to start in 15 minutes: “In the middle of programming timer. Format disc?” If you select “Yes”, the formatting process will continue. If you select “No”, or do not reply within 1 minute, the formatting will not be performed. Auto Format will not be performed under the conditions listed below;

- During HDD Playback or recording.

Note

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

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

2 Select “DVD Menu” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

3 Select “DVD Disc Format” using

[Cursor

Confirmation window will appear.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

FForormat disc?

Yes No

4 Select “Yes” using [Cursor L / P],

then press [ENTER].

Final confirmation window will appear.

Are you sure?

Yes No

5 Select “Yes” using [Cursor L / P],

then press [ENTER].

Formatting will start. The progress bar extends depending on the progress status of formatting.

DVD Disc Format

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

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