Toshiba RD-XV47KE User Manual

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TOSHIBA HDD & DVD / Video Cassette Recorder RD-XV47KE

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

HDD & DVD / Video Cassette Recorder

RD-XV47KE

OWNER’S MANUAL

Recording

OPERATIONS

GUIDE

VCR

ON / STANDBY

Editing

Function Setup

PROGRAM

DUBBING

REC

VCR

DVD

VCR

DVD

HDD

HDD/DVD

HDD

REC

DVD

HDD

DVD

VCR Functions

Others

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Introduction

Precautions

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

WARNING

THIS PRODUCT 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-XV47KE Trade Name: TOSHIBA

is in compliance with following Regulations.

EN55013: 2001+A1:2003, EN55020: 2002+A1:2003+A2:2005, EN61000-3-2: 2003+A2:2005, 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.

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. _____________________

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.

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 Authorised 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

Unauthorised 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 authorised by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Notice for the Progressive Scan Outputs

Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of picture problems with 525 or 625 progressive scan output, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions regarding your TV set compatibility with this 525p or 625p HDD & DVD player, please contact our customer service centre.

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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 registered trademarks of DTS, Inc.

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

Accessories Supplied

• Remote control with two R6 (AA) batteries

OPEN/

TIMER

INPUT

PROG.

SELECT

.@/:

ABC DEF

PROG.

GHI JKL MNO

SATELLITE

PQRS TUV WXYZ

LINK

CHAPTER

SPACE

AV SELECT

MODE

MARK

CLEAR

TIME SLIP

SETUP

AUDIO

DISC MENU TOP MENU

ENTER

DISPLAY

RETURN

VARIABLE

SKIP

REPLAY

SKIP

PLAY

SLOW/REV

FWD/SLOW

ADJUST+-ADJUST STOP

DVDPAUSE VCR HDD

REC

REC MODE

1.3x/0.8x

DUBBING

REPEAT SEARCH

PLAY

SE-R0274

• RF cable

• Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

• Quick Setup Guide

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Maintenance

SERVICING

• Please refer to relevant topics on the “Troubleshooting” on pages 103 to 107 before returning the unit.

• 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 Authorised 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.

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.

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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 Authorised Service Centre.

Note

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

• Clean video heads only when problems occur.

Recording

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.

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 Authorised 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.

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Table of Contents

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

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

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

Choosing a Disc .................................................... 9

Guide to the Owner’s Manual.............................. 15

Functional Overview............................................ 16

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control........... 20

HDD / DVD / VCR Modes Switching ................... 20

Guide to Display Information............................... 21

Guide to Setup Menu .......................................... 21

Front Panel Display Guide .................................. 22

Connections ......................................... 23

Connections ........................................................ 23

Basic Setup........................................... 26

For the First Time Use ........................................ 26

OSD Language Setting ....................................... 27

Channel Setting................................................... 27

Setting the Clock ................................................. 30

Selecting the Sound Mode .................................. 32

Selecting the TV Aspect Ratio ............................ 32

Recording ............................................. 34

Information on Supported Media......................... 34

Formatting a Disc ................................................ 38

Deleting All Contents in HDD .............................. 39

Setting Bilingual Recording Audio....................... 40

Recording Audio Select (XP) .............................. 41

Basic Recording .................................................. 42

One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)..................... 42

Timer Recording.................................................. 43

Setting External Input Audio................................ 46

Satellite Link........................................................ 47

Information on Dubbing....................................... 48

Setting for External Connection (AV3) ................ 56

Dubbing from the External Devices..................... 56

Finalising a Disc .................................................. 57

Setting Disc Protection........................................ 58

Playback ................................................ 60

Information on Playback ...................................... 60

Basic Playback .................................................... 61

PBC Function for Video CDs ............................... 68

Special Playback ................................................. 69

Repeat / Programme Playback / Slide Show....... 73

Search ................................................................. 74

Selecting the Format of Audio and Video ............ 75

Editing ................................................... 77

Guide to the Editing on this Unit .......................... 77

Adding or Deleting Chapter Marks Manually ....... 78

Creating Titles to a Playlist .................................. 79

Deleting Titles...................................................... 81

Deleting a Scene of a Title .................................. 82

Editing Title Names ............................................. 84

Protecting / Undo Protecting Titles ...................... 85

Combining Titles.................................................. 86

Dividing a Title ..................................................... 87

Function Setup .....................................89

Tour of the Setup Menus ..................................... 89

Initial Setting ........................................................ 92

Digital Audio Setting ............................................ 93

Playback .............................................................. 94

Recording ............................................................ 98

Display................................................................. 99

VCR Functions....................................100

Playback ............................................................ 100

Recording and One-touch Timer Recording

(OTR)................................................................. 100

Search ............................................................... 101

Other Operations ............................................... 102

Changing the Video Colour System .................. 102

Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System ............................... 102

Others ..................................................103

Troubleshooting................................................. 103

Language Code ................................................. 108

Glossary ............................................................ 109

Specifications .................................................... 110

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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 / +RW disc (rewritable) and a DVD-R / +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 42] (HDD/DVD) or [ Page 101] (VCR)

[ This feature allows you to start the recording right away with just one-touch. And each press of [REC I] (HDD/DVD/VCR) increases the recording time by 15 minutes up to 4 hours.

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 43-46] You can programme the unit to record up to 32 programmes within a month period. Daily or weekly repeating programmes can also be programmed.

HDD

160 GB Hard Disc [ Pages 34-37]

This unit is equipped with a 160 GB hard disc which allows you to record up to 272 hours (with SLP mode). The HDD operates just like a VR mode DVDRW disc. Most of the functions which are available with a VR mode DVD-RW disc can be performed on the HDD too. VPS / PDC [ Page 45] This system assures that the TV programme you wish to record using Timer Recording will be recorded exactly from the beginning to the end even if the actual broadcasting time is shifted.

Automatic Chapter Marker [ Page 39] Each recorded title is automatically marked with chapter marks.

DVD

Automatic DVD Menu Making

[ Page 57] DVD Menus are made automatically when a Video mode or +VR mode disc is finalised.

Automatic Finalise

[ Page 58] You can set the disc to be finalised automatically when the disc space runs out.

Relay Recording [ Page 44] When you Timer Record to 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

Fast Dubbing [ Page 48]

This feature offers you the dubbing speed of 32 times the SLP mode dubbing for DVD-RW / R and 9.6 times the LP mode dubbing for DVD+RW / R at the maximum.

Just Dubbing [ Page 54] When dubbing from HDD to DVD, if you set the Rec Mode to adjusted so the titles will fit nicely in the remaining space of the disc when there is not enough space in the disc. When dubbing from DVD to HDD, the Rec Mode will automatically be adjusted for the titles to fit a 4.7 GB DVD.

“Auto”, the Rec Mode will automatically be

Playback

HDD

Simultaneous Playback and Recording

Page 71]

[ You can play back a title while recording.

HDD DVD

Theatre-quality Sound at Home [ Page 24]

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

Variable Skip [ Page 72] You can skip forward a certain time, which is specified in the Setup Menu in advance, with one-touch while playback.

Variable Replay [ Page 72] You can skip back a certain time, which is specified in the Setup Menu in advance, with one-touch while playback.

Title Sorting [ Page 62] You can sort and display the titles by order of name or date. You can also sort out the unplayed titles (HDD only).

HDD

Time Shift Playback [ Page 70]

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

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Editing

HDD DVD

Adding or Deleting Chapter Marks Manually

Page 78]

[ You can add chapter marks to a title.

Creating Titles to a Playlist (VR mode DVD-RW discs and HDD only) [

You can create a title to the Playlist.

Deleting Titles [ You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.

Deleting a Scene of a Title (VR mode DVD-RW discs and HDD only) [

You can delete a specific scene of a title.

Editing Title Names [ You can name titles or change the title name.

Protecting / Undo Protecting Titles (VR mode DVD-RW discs, Video mode DVD-RW / R and HDD only) [

Page 85]

You can prevent accidental editing or title erasing.

Combining Titles (VR mode DVD-RW discs and HDD only) [

Page 86]

You can combine two titles into a single title.

Dividing Titles (VR mode DVD-RW discs and HDD only) [

Page 87]

You can divide a title into two new titles.

• It is possible to edit +VR mode recorded / edited on other unit, in case you can undo the finalisation of the disc on this unit.

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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. Although DVD+RW / R discs are playable on other units without finalisation in most cases, it is recommended to finalise in order to stabilise the performance.

• 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.

Pages 57-58]

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Choosing a Disc

When you want to play back DVD or CD software or copy programmes from the HDD to a recordable DVD, load an appropriate disc into the unit. 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 unit will operate properly in other DVD players, recorders and/or personal computer drives.

For Recording / Playback

Disc Mark Specification Remarks

DVD-R

DVD-RW

•

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

•

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-R Discs” (Page 11). Depending on the disc status or the recording equipment, playback of the disc may not be possible on this unit.

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 unit.

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4.7 GB

•

DVD+R

DVD+RW

(8 cm (3 1/4 in.)) (12 cm (4 3/4 in.))

4.7 GB

• (8 cm (3 1/4 in.)) (12 cm (4 3/4 in.))

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

Using different disc types for different purposes

DVD-RW / R and 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 / +R discs are convenient when you edit your original content (recorded personal events such as a wedding party) with this unit, transfer them to the unit and make copies to send to your friends or relatives. The discs can be played back on other compatible DVD players. DVD-RW / +RW discs, which are rewritable, can be used as well.

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

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For Playback Only

Disc Mark Specification Remarks

DVD video

• 8 cm (3 1/4 in.) 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)

• Region number

The region number of this unit 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 unit.

Audio CD (CD-DA)

CD-R

CD-RW

Video CD (VCD)

• 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,

files

DivX

• 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)

• Version 1.1 and 2.0

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

is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

• You cannot play discs other than those listed above.

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

• You cannot play discs with specialised encoding (such as Super Audio CD 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 unit, 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 and DVD+RW / R disc created on this unit is used (e.g., insertion, playback, recording or editing) in another DVD player, recorder or personal computer drive.

• When a DVD-RW / R disc and DVD+RW / R disc that is used in the manner described in the immediately preceding bullet point is used again in this unit.

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

• Some functions may not work with personal computer discs.

• Discs recorded in this unit 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 the unit 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 unit:

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 unit:

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.

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On DVD+R / DVD+RW Discs

• DVD+R 1x-16x and DVD+RW 1x-4x discs can be used in this unit.

• We strongly recommend for good recording quality: TDK DVD+R 4x/8x/16x, SONY DVD+R 4x/8x/16x, MAXELL DVD+R 4x/8x/16x, SONY DVD+RW 4x

• Discs that have been tested and are proven to be compatible with this unit: VERBATIM DVD+R 8x VERBATIM DVD+RW 4x

• Although DVD+RW / R discs are playable on other units without finalisation in most cases, it is recommended to finalise in order to stabilise the performance.

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. Data disc contains MP3/JPEG/DivX groups, and the groups are subdivided 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

are divided into

On Handling Discs

• Do not touch the playback side of the disc.

Yes

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 centre outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.

Yes

Title: Divided contents of a DVD video disc.

Chapter: Divided contents of a title. This corresponds

Track: Divided contents of a Video CD, an Audio

Group: Divided contents of a MP3, JPEG or DivX

Each title, chapter, group or track is assigned a number, which is called “title number”, “chapter number”, “group 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.

Roughly corresponds to a story title in short stories.

to a chapter in a story.

CD or data disc contains MP3, JPEG or

DivX

data disc. Consists of number of tracks.

• 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 unit 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 unit Suitable for saving data in

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

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 unit, on other devices

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

Video mode format to play on compatible devices.

You can erase recorded contents to use the disc repeatedly.

Undo the finalisation of the disc first to delete the contents.

No Yes No

Execute Video mode finalising process on this unit. 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.

Undo the finalisation of the disc first to delete the contents.

Execute VR mode finalising process on this unit. 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.

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

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DVD+RW disc +VR mode DVD+R disc +VR mode

Characteristics on this unit Suitable for saving data in +VR mode format to

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

Recording a TV programme Yes Yes

Erasing recorded contents Yes Yes

Indexing recorded contents Yes Yes

Naming a title 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 unit, on the other unit

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

play on compatible devices.

You can erase recorded contents to use the disc repeatedly.

Undo the finalisation of the disc first to delete the contents.

Although DVD+RW discs are playable on other units without finalisation in most cases, it is recommended to finalise in order to stabilise the performance.

Initialise the disc.

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

Once you execute +VR 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 +VR mode finalising process on a recorded disc, you cannot delete contents of the disc.

No No

Although DVD+R discs are playable on other units without finalisation in most cases, it is recommended to finalise in order to stabilise the performance.

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VD+RWW

VD+R

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

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DVD-VDVD-V

Video

DVD-RWDVD-RW

DVD-RDVD-R

DDVD+R

DVD+RW

DDVD+R

DVD+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 DVD+RW discs in +VR mode

Available to DVD+R discs in +VR 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, DVD+RW / R and CD-RW / R discs with DivX

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

files

PAL

Recording

Editing

Function Setup

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Functional Overview

Front Panel

23 678 910 11

VCR

24* 22*

ON / STANDBY

23* 2125

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: Lights up during dubbing. 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)

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

11 VIDEO input jack (AV3)

(HDD/DVD/VCR)

an external device here using a commercially available Video cable.

12 AUDIO input jacks (AV3)

(HDD/DVD/VCR): Connect the audio output 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 15 minutes up to 4 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.

16 Device Select Buttons / Indicators:

VCR: Press to activate the VCR. Lights up when

HDD: Press to activate the HDD. Lights up when

DVD: Press to activate the DVD. Lights up when

: Connect the S-Video output

: Connect the video output of

VCR is selected.

HDD is selected.

DVD is selected.

PROGRAM

DUBBING

HDD

VCR

HDD

VCR

DVD

REC

1920

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:

(HDD/DVD): Press to change the channel up or

down.

(VCR): Press to change the channel up or down.

Press to adjust the tracking during playback or in slow motion of the tape. While playback is in still mode, you can adjust the vertically blurred picture.

20 Front Panel Display: Shows information and

messages. Refer to “Front Panel Display Guide” on page 22.

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 15 minutes up to 4 hours.

22 PLAY P button* (VCR): Press to start playback.

Press to turn on the unit to start playback.

23 FWD f button* (VCR): Press to fast forward

or fast search. Press to turn on the unit to fast forward.

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

rewind search. Press to turn on the unit to rewind.

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 memorised.

HDD/DVD

14*

HDD

REC

DVD

S-VIDEO

VIDEO L

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.

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Rear Panel

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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, DTS decoder or MPEG decoder. Use a commercially available Coaxial cable.

HDD / DVD / VCR

AV2 (DECODER)

AV1

(TV)

2134 5 96

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

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 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks

(HDD/DVD):

Connect to an optional component video cable through the component video input jacks of a TV.

8 ANTENNA IN (HDD/DVD/VCR):

Connect to an antenna cable.

9 ANTENNA OUT (HDD/DVD/VCR):

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

B B

R R

ANTENNA

OUT

Recording

5 AUDIO OUT jacks (HDD/DVD):

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

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

SKIP

PROG.

SPACE

SETUP

ENTER

SE-R0274

SELECT

AV SELECT

VARIABLE

REPLAY

PLAY

1.3x/0.8x

INPUT

AUDIO

PLAY

PROG.

SATELLITE

LINK

MODE

CLEAR

RETURN

VARIABLE

SKIP

FWD/SLOW

ADJUST+-ADJUST STOP

DVDPAUSE VCR HDD

REC

DUBBING

.@/ : ABC DEF

GHI JKL MNO

4 5

PQRS TUV WXYZ

CHAPTER

MARK

TIME SLIP

DISC MENU TOP MENU

6 7

DISPLAY

SLOW/REV

13 14

REC MODE

REPEAT SEARCH

15 16

(*)

You can also turn on the unit by pressing this button.

1 OPEN / CLOSE O button (DVD/VCR):

(DVD) Press to open / close the disc tray. (VCR) Press to eject the 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 / desired time to search in VCR mode.

3 CHAPTER MARK button (HDD/DVD):

Press to add chapter marks on each title (HDD, VR mode DVD-RW and +VR mode DVD+RW / R).

4 TIME SLIP button (HDD):

Press once to start recording the TV programme you are watching. Press again to watch the content being recorded from the beginning while recording continues.

17 18 19

23 24

27 28

29 31

33 35

38 39

34 36

5 SETUP button:

Press once to display the Setup Menu. Press to exit from the present menu.

6 DISC MENU button:

Displays the Disc Menu.

7Cursor U / D / L / P buttons:

Press to move the cursor and determine items or settings.

8 DISPLAY button:

Displays the on-screen menu.

9SKIP B / F buttons (HDD/DVD):

During playback, press to skip to the previous / next chapter or track.

10 SLOW / 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. During slow reverse playback, press to change the speed. (VCR) Press to rewind the videotape in stop mode or to view the picture rapidly in reverse during the playback mode.

11 PLAY P button*:

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

12 -ADJUST button (HDD/DVD):

During playback, press to play backward by one frame at a time.

13 PAUSE p button:

Press to pause playback or recording.

14 REC MODE button:

Press to select the Rec Mode.

15 REPEAT button (HDD/DVD):

Press to play back the chapter, title, group, disc and track repeatedly.

16 SEARCH button:

(HDD/DVD) Press to call up the chapter / track,

title or time search menu. (VCR) Press to call up the index or time search menu.

17 TIMER PROG. button (HDD/DVD):

Press to display the Timer Programme List.

18 INPUT SELECT button:

Press to select an external input mode (“AV1”, “AV2” or “AV3”).

19 ON / STANDBY button:

Press to turn the unit on / off.

20 PROG. / buttons:

(HDD/DVD) Press to change the channel up or

down. (VCR) Press to change the channel up or down. Press to adjust the tracking during playback or in slow motion of the tape. While playback is in still mode, you can adjust the vertically blurred picture.

21 SATELLITE LINK button:

Press to activate the Satellite Link Timer Recording.

22 AV SELECT button (HDD/DVD):

Press to display AV Select Menu.

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23 MODE button:

(HDD/DVD) Press to change the Original and

Playlist on the HDD/DVD title menu. When User 1 - User 3 in Picture Quality Menu are selected, press to display User Setup Menu.

(VCR) Press to change the video colour system.

24 CLEAR button:

(HDD/DVD) Press to clear the information once

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

(VCR) Press to reset the tape counter.

25 AUDIO button:

During playback, press to change the audio settings.

26 TOP MENU button (HDD/DVD):

Displays the Title List.

27 ENTER button:

Press to confirm or select menu items.

28 RETURN button:

Press to return to the previously displayed Menu Screen.

29 VARIABLE SKIP button (HDD/DVD):

Skips by the amount of time set in advance.

30 VARIABLE REPLAY button (HDD/DVD):

Replays by the amount of time set in advance.

31 FWD / SLOW 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) During playback, press to play back in fast forward. In still mode, press to view the videotape in slow motion. During playback in slow motion, press to increase the speed in slow motion. Press to fast forward the videotape in stop mode.

32 STOP S button:

Press to stop playback or recording.

33 ADJUST+ button (HDD/DVD):

During playback, press to advance one frame at a time.

34 VCR button:

Press to activate the VCR. (See page 20.)

35 HDD button:

Press to activate the HDD. (See page 20.)

36 DVD button:

Press to activate the DVD. (See page 20.)

37 REC I button:

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

38 1.3x/0.8x PLAY button (HDD/DVD):

During playback, press to play back in a slightly faster/slower speed while keeping the audio quality.

39 DUBBING button:

Press to start dubbing during HDD/DVD playback. Press to display the Dubbing Menu during HDD/DVD stop mode and VCR mode.

‘

Note

• If you turn off this unit, [OPEN / CLOSE O] on the

remote control is not available. Be sure to use [OPEN / CLOSE O] or [STOP / EJECT O unit.

/S] on the

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CH APTER MARK

OP EN/

CLOS

TIMER PROG

INPU

S ELECT

.@ /

ABC DE

G HI

JKL

MNO

PR OG

PQRS

TUV

WXYZ

SATELLITE LINK

SPACE

M ODE

A V SE

L E C

C LEA

TIME

SLIP D ISC

N U

TOP M

E NU

SETUP AU

E N

T E R

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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 unit 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

GHI JKL MNO

SATELLITE

PQRS TUV WXYZ

CHAPTER

AV SELECT

SPACE

MARK

AUDIO

TIME SLIP

SETUP

DISC MENU TOP MENU

ENTER

DISPLAY

VARIABLE

SKIP

REPLAY

PLAY

SLOW/REV

FWD/SLOW

ADJUST+-ADJUST STOP

REC MODE

1.3x/0.8x

DUBBING

REPEAT SEARCH

PLAY

SE-R0274

PROG.

LINK

MODE

CLEAR

RETURN

SKIP

DVDPAUSE VCR HDD

REC

/ S

T AN

V C

Within about 7 m

30˚

R E C

RAM

D UBBING

VCR VC R

D V D

H D

D H D D

H D D

/ D V

R E

H D D

D V

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

• If you press [REC I] of each device, recording

starts in its device mode.

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Guide to Display Information

The Display Menu gives you all information of the HDD or DVD.

Display Example:

Press [DISPLAY] once to show all information. Press [DISPLAY] four times to exit the display.

Station : P01 ARD

Press [DISPLAY] once.

Press [DISPLAY] twice.

Press [DISPLAY] thrice.

Each section includes the information as listed below: 1 • 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

2 • Playback status and Rec Mode

• Current title status

• Remained disc space

• Current device

3 • Date and clock

• Programme name

• Station name

T 13/ 21 C 3/ 3 00:02:00/00:05:05

HDD Resume ON HDD Remain: LP 148:14

01/01/07(Mon)23:56

T 13/ 21 C 3/ 3 00:02:00/00:05:05

HDD Resume ON HDD Remain: LP 148:14

T 13/ 21 C 3/ 3 00:02:00/00:05:05

Guide to Setup Menu

This unit uses the following on-screen menu for most operations.

How to use Setup Menus:

Press [SETUP] to display “Setup Menu”. Choose either menu using [Cursor [ENTER]. These menus provide entries to all main functions of the unit.

Setup Menu

Disc Management

EditingEditing

DubbingDubbing

Timer ProgrammeTimer Programme

Title ListTitle List

Initial SettingInitial Setting

Digital Audio SettingDigital Audio Setting

PlaybackPlayback

RecordingRecording

DisplayDisplay

1 Disc Management:

To set up the disc to manage.

2Editing:

To edit a recorded disc or HDD.

3 Dubbing:

To dub a content among HDD, DVD and VCR.

4 Timer Programme:

To programme a Timer Recording.

5 Title List:

To select the title list.

6 Initial Setting:

To make the settings of the basic items.

7 Digital Audio Setting:

To select the digital audio setting.

8 Playback:

To set up the unit to play discs / HDD as you prefer.

9 Recording:

To set up the unit to record on discs / HDD as you prefer.

10 Display:

To set up the OSD screen and the front display of the unit as you prefer.

Available menus vary among discs.

U / D], then press

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

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Note

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

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Front Panel Display Guide

1 Title / Track and Chapter mark

: Appears when indicating a title / track

number.

: Appears when indicating a chapter

number.

2 P.SCAN

Appears when the progressive scan is activated.

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.

I VCR : Lights up during VCR recording.

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

P-SCAN

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 or a DVD+R

disc is loaded on the disc tray.

RW : Appears when a DVD-RW disc or 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.

Display Messages

Appears when the unit is turning on.

Appears when the disc tray is opening.

Appears when the disc tray is closing.

Appears when recording is stopped.

Appears when the unit is turning off.

Appears when a disc is loaded on the disc tray.

Appears when the DVD-Video is playing its menu.

Appears when the Auto Tuning is functioning.

Appears when the Satellite Link Recording is in standby.

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Connections

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To A e r ia l j ac k

Scart cable (not supplied)

Scart/RCA cable (not supplied)

HDD / DVD / VCR

AV2 (DECODER)

(TV)

AV1

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

ANTENNA IN jack of this unit.

2 Connect the ANTENNA OUT jack of

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

3 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.

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

• When changing the “Video Out” setting (“SCART(RGB)”, “Component (Progressive)” or “Component (Interlace)”), connect to a Video jack or an S-Video jack on the TV. If the setting is changed, for example, to “Component (Progressive)” or “Component (Interlace)” while the scart cable is connected to the TV, a distorted video signal may be output.

Antenna

Audio/Video cable (not supplied)

Scart adaptor (not supplied)

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT

OUT

VIDEO OUT

ANTENNA

OUT

Selecting Progressive Scan (625p <525p> or Interlaced 625i <525i>) Playback

• If your TV is compatible with progressive scanning (625p <525p>), connect the TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks of the unit and set “Video Out” setting to “Component (Progressive)” in the setup menu (see page 92). Next, set your TV to the progressive scan mode.

• If your TV is not compatible with progressive scan, set “Video Out” setting to “Component (Interlace)”.

• Use a commercially available adaptor if the Video input jacks of your TVs or monitors are the BNC type.

RF cable (supplied)

RF cable (not supplied)

Using the S-VIDEO OUT or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks and the AUDIO OUT jacks

If your TV has an S-Video or a Component Video input jack, use either an S-Video cable (to connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack) or a Component Video cable (to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks), and an Audio cable (to connect the AUDIO OUT jacks).

- S-Video connection provides the good quality picture.

- Component connection provides the better quality picture.

1 Follow steps 1 and 2 on the left. 2 Connect S-VIDEO OUT or

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks of this unit to the S-Video or Component Video input jacks of your TV. Use a commercially available S-Video cable or Component Video cable.

Cable Signal

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3 Connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of this

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

AUDIO

Audio cable (not supplied)

DVD / VCR

ECODER)

(TV)

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.

• Only component connection is compatible with the Progressive Scan.

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)

S-VIDEO INComponent

S-Video cable (not supplied)

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT

OUT

VIDEO OUT

P /C

Video IN

YPB/CB P /CR

ANTENNA

OUT

Component Video cable (not supplied)

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 56.)

AV3 ( F r o n t )

HDD/DVD

DVD

REC

HDD

DVD

S-Video cable

(not supplied)

S-VIDEO

OUT

AV3

VIDEO L

Audio cable (not supplied)

AUDIO

OUT

Digital Audio for Better Sound Quality

Digital audio input jack

COAXIAL

Coaxial cable (not supplied)

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

COAXIAL

Scart cable (not supplied)

AV2(DECODER)

HDD / DVD / VCR

AV2 (DECODER)

AV1

(TV)

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

Note

• When you record a TV programme from a Satellite Box, you must connect a Scart cable to AV2(DECODER). (See page 47.)

• When AV2 is connected, the signal from the AV2 will be output automatically. If you want to monitor the signal from other input, you must press [DISPLAY] first. Then, select the desired input to monitor with [INPUT SELECT ].

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

HDD/DVD

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL

ANTENNA

OUT

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

COMPONENT

OUT

VIDEO OUT

ANTENNA

P /C

OUT

The connections illustrated above are optional for better sound.

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.

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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 “Bit Stream” in “Digital Audio Setting”. (See page 93.)

• After connecting to a DTS decoder, set “DTS” to “On” in “Digital Audio Setting”. (See page 94.)

• After connecting to a MPEG decoder, set “MPEG” to “Bit Stream” in “Digital Audio Setting”. (See page

93.)

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 “Digital Audio Setting” (see page 93). 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 “Digital Audio Setting” (see pages 93 and 94) for connecting to an MD or DAT deck.

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

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

Recording

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.

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

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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.

2 Press [ ON / STANDBY].

After displaying the opening picture for 3 seconds, the OSD Language Menu will appear. Refer to “OSD Language Setting” on page 27 to select a language for the on-screen displays and the menus, “Channel Setting” on page 27 to setup the channels, and “Setting the Clock” on page 30 to set the clock. If you press [PLAY P] at this point, “English” will be selected automatically and step 3 can be skipped.

3 Select the desired setting using

[Cursor

(See pages 23 to 24.)

U / D], then press [ENTER].

5 Use [Cursor U / D / L / P] to set

current time then press [ENTER].

Clock Setting --/--/--(---) --:--

Clock Setting

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OSD Language

English

Français Español Deutsch Italiano Svenska Nederlands

4 Press [ENTER] to start Auto Channel

Tuning.

Start Auto-tuningStart Auto-tuning

If you like to skip this step, press [RETURN].

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Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

OSD Language Setting

Follow the steps below to change the OSD Language.

1 Press [SETUP] in stop mode.

Setup Menu will appear.

2 Select “Initial Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Setup Menu

Disc Management

Editing

Dubbing

Timer Programme

Title List

Initial Setting

Digital Audio Setting

Playback

Recording

Display

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

3 Select “OSD Language” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Initial Setting

OSD Language

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

TV Aspect

Select Video

Video Out

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

Channel Setting

Auto Tuning

If you have already set the channels when you first turned on the unit, you can skip this section.

After resetting the settings or whenever you move to a new area, we recommend you to programme available channels in your area with the following procedures.

1 Press [SETUP] in stop mode.

Setup Menu will appear.

2 Select “Initial Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Setup Menu

Disc Management

Editing

Dubbing

Timer Programme

Title List

Initial Setting

Digital Audio Setting

Playback

Recording

Display

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

3 Select “Channel Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Recording

4 Select the desired language using

[Cursor

The selected language will be checked and activated.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

English

Français Español Deutsch Italiano Svenska Nederlands

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

Initial Setting

OSD Language Clock Setting

Channel Setting

TV Aspect

Select Video

Video Out

5 Press [SETUP] to exit.

Initial Setting

OSD Language

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

TV Aspect

Select Video

Video Out

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

4 Select “Auto Tuning” using

[Cursor

The unit will start storing channels available in your area.

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Auto Tuning

Manual TuningManual Tuning

MoveMove

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

Initial Setting

OSD Language

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

TV Aspect

Select Video

Video Out

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

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Auto Tuning

--/--/--(---) --:--

3 Select “Channel Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Auto Tuning Now

Wait for a moment.

• 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 ] or [PROG. / ] to

select an external input channel (“AV1”, “AV2” or “AV3”) of this unit.

To cancel auto tuning: Press [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).

Manual Tuning

You can tune each channel and set their properties manually.

1 Press [SETUP] in stop mode.

Setup Menu will appear.

2 Select “Initial Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Setup Menu

Disc Management

Editing

Dubbing

Timer Programme

Title List

Initial Setting

Digital Audio Setting

Playback

Recording

Display

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

Initial Setting

OSD Language

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

TV Aspect

Select Video

Video Out

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

4 Select “Manual Tuning” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Auto Tuning

Manual Tuning

MoveMove

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

Initial Setting

OSD Language

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

TV Aspect

Select Video

Video Out

5 Select the position number of which

you want to change the setting using [Cursor

• You can select position numbers 01 to 99.

• You can jump to the next or the previous page

using [SKIP

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Off

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

Off

ARD

Off

---

Off

---

Off

---

Off

---

Off

---

Off

---

Manual Tuning

Pos. Channel Decoder Skip Station

P01 21

P02 45

P03 63

P04 80

P05 88

P06 95

P07 110

P08 2

F] or [SKIP B].

6 Press [Cursor U / D] to start

searching for the available channel.

• Search direction can be switched by pressing

[Cursor

• If you already know the channel number, you can directly enter the 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 when “4” appears, wait for 2 seconds.)

• If this is the channel you want, press

[Cursor

U / D].

P].

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Channel Plan

CH Indication TV Channel

02 – 12 E2 – E12 21 – 69 E21 – E69 74 – 78 X, Y, Z, Z+1, Z+2

80 – 99,100 S1 – S20,GAP

121 – 141 S21 – S41 142 – 153 R1 – R12

This unit can receive the Hyper and Oscar frequency bands.

7 Move to the Decoder Setting section

using [Cursor setting using [Cursor

• If you select “On”, Scrambled image will be decoded when connected to a decoder.

P], and change the

U / D].

8 Move to the Skip Setting section

using [Cursor “On”, change it to “Off” using [Cursor

• If you select “On”, the channel will be skipped when you change channels using [PROG. / ].

P]. If the setting is

U / D].

9 When the setup for the position is

completed, press [ENTER].

• To set another channel, repeat steps 5 to 9.

Press [SETUP] to exit.

• “Station” (station name) will be detected and assigned automatically. It cannot be selected.

Move

You can replace two channels.

1 Press [SETUP] in stop mode.

Setup Menu will appear.

2 Select “Initial Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Setup Menu

Disc Management

Editing

Dubbing

Timer Programme

Title List

Initial Setting

Digital Audio Setting

Playback

Recording

Display

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

3 Select “Channel Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Initial Setting

OSD Language

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

TV Aspect

Select Video

Video Out

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback

Recording

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 ] or [PROG. / ].

• 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).

4 Select “Move” using [Cursor U / D],

then press [ENTER].

Auto Tuning

Manual Tuning

Move

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

Initial Setting

OSD Language

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

TV Aspect

Select Video

Video Out

Editing

Function Setup

VCR Functions Others

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5 Select the line of the channel you

want to move to a new position using [Cursor

U / D], then press

[ENTER].

Off

01/01/07(Mon) 19:34

ARD

Off

---

Off

---

Off

---

Off

---

Off

---

Off

---

Off

---

Move

Pos. Channel Decoder Skip Station

P01 21

P02 45

P03 63

P04 80

P05 88

P06 95

P07 110

P08 2

• The indication on the selected line turns red.

• You can jump to the next or the previous page

using [SKIP

F] or [SKIP B].

6 Go to a desired position using

[Cursor

• The selected channel is now moved.

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

U / D], then press [ENTER].

7 Press [SETUP] to exit.

Setting the Clock

Auto Clock Setting

1 Press [SETUP] in stop mode.

Setup Menu will appear.

2 Select “Initial Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Setup Menu

Disc Management

Editing

Dubbing

Timer Programme

Title List

Initial Setting

Digital Audio Setting

Playback

Recording

Display

--/--/--(---) --:--

3 Select “Clock Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Initial Setting

OSD Language

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

TV Aspect

Select Video

Video Out

--/--/--(---) --:--

4 Select “Auto Clock Setting” using

[Cursor

U / D], then press [ENTER].

Initial Setting

OSD Language

Clock Setting

Channel Setting

TV Aspect

Select Video

Video Out

--/--/--(---) --:--

Clock Setting

Auto Clock Setting

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