Univex PRV-LX1 User Manual

DVD recorder

PRV-LX1

Operating Instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead, 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.

CAUTION:

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

WARNING – TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

D1-4-2-1_En

For pluggable Equipment, The Socket-Outlet Shall Be Installed Near The Equipment and Shall Be Easily Accessible.

WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling

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.

D1-4-2-3_En

D36-P4_En

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

D8-10-1-1_En

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

D8-10-1-4_EF

Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate the equipment.

D8-10-2_En

CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the

unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.

D8-10-3a_En

IMPORTANT NOTICE – THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR THIS EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR.

PLEASE WRITE THIS SERIAL NUMBER ON YOUR ENCLOSED WARRANTY CARD AND KEEP IN A SECURE AREA. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY.

D1-4-2-6-1_En

CAUTION : USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE

SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION : THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD.

D6-8-2-1_En

DANGER – VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

WARNING

This product equipped with a three-wire grounding (earthed) plug - a plug that has a third (grounding) pin. This plug only fits a grounding-type power outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a properly grounded one. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

D3-4-2-1-6_A_En

PRV-LX1 En

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and

operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and

operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product

and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

CLEANING — The product should be cleaned only

with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.

ATTACHMENTS — Do not use attachments not

recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use this

product near water — for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

ACCESSORIES — Do not place this product on an

unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

CART — A product and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

VENTILATION — Slots and openings in the cabinet

are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

POWER SOURCES — This product should be

operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.

LOCATION – The appliance should be installed in a

stable location.

NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord of the

appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left un-used for a long period of time.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

• If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

• If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION — Power-supply

cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — If an

outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

LIGHTNING — For added protection for this

product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

POWER LINES — An outside antenna system

should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall outlets,

extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

Fig. A

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Never push

objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

SERVICING — Do not attempt to service this

product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — Unplug this

product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance — this indicates a need for service.

REPLACEMENT PARTS — When replacement parts

are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

SAFETY CHECK — Upon completion of any service

or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The product

should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

HEAT — The product should be situated away from

heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

GROUND CLAMP

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

D1-4-2-2_En

Confirm Supplied Accessories

Remote control unit (1)

AA batteries (2)

Air filter replacements set (1)

• If any of the above accessories are missing, contact your dealer.

Power cord 2-meters (1)

Warranty (1)

Operating Instructions (1)

PRV-LX1

Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......2

Precautions .................................................. 5

Preparations for Use: Basic Information ... 8

Features ..................................................... 11

Example of System Composition and

Recording Component Setup ............... 12

Names of Parts ..........................................14

Front Panel Facilities ..............................14

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

Remote Control Unit ..............................17

Video Clip Management and Disc

Authoring Procedure ............................. 18

Basic Operations .......................................19

Functions ................................................... 22

Status Confirmation Using Onscreen

Display (OSD) ......................................... 26

System Default Settings .......................... 29

Mouse/Keyboard .................................... 29

Network ................................................. 30

UPS Support .......................................... 30

System Information ............................... 31

HDD Tools ..............................................31

Background Color ................................... 32

Composite Video/Audio RCA Output .....32

GUI Language Setting ............................ 32

Recording ................................................... 33

Selecting the TV System Mode ............. 33

Selecting Input .......................................34

Selecting Recording Destination ............ 35

Other Recording Settings ...................... 36

Video Encode Rate Settings .................. 36

Video Filter Level Setting .......................37

Audio Encode Setting ............................ 37

Audio Level Setting ................................ 37

Methods for Setting Chapter

Mark Insertion .................................... 37

Preview Function ................................... 38

Starting and Stopping Recording ........... 38

Settings for Automatic Recording .......... 40

Eject Setting ........................................... 41

Editing the Edit List ................................ 41

Recording to DVD Discs ........................ 42

Recording from HDD to DVD ................. 44

Playing Discs ............................................. 45

Selecting Playback Source .....................45

Playing DVD-Video Discs

(including commercially available

software titles) ...................................45

Clip Playback (HDD) ............................... 46

Basic Operations .................................... 46

Playback Monitoring during Recording .. 49

Other Playback Settings ......................... 50

External Sync Function .......................... 53

Other Functions ..................................... 53

Regarding Progressive Scan Output ......54

PRV-LX1 En

DVD Menu Editing .................................... 55

DVD Menu Type Selection .....................55

Font Selection ........................................55

DVD Menu Selection ............................. 56

Thumbnail Selection ............................... 56

Button Text ............................................. 57

Selecting Opening Clip ........................... 57

Setting an Idle Clip .................................58

Setting Navigation Commands .............. 58

Customizing the DVD Menu .................. 59

Deleting and Initializing Menu Library ....60

DVD Menu Preview ............................... 61

DVD Disc Emulation ............................... 61

Load / Save to Default Menu ................. 61

Title Editing / Chapter Editing ................. 62

Editing Chapter Names ..........................62

Title Trimming.........................................63

Chapter Editing ...................................... 64

Dividing Clips ......................................... 64

Title Order Edit ....................................... 65

DVD Disc Emulation ............................... 65

Recording to DVD Disc .......................... 66

Project Editing ........................................... 67

Copying a Project ...................................68

Copying Clips ......................................... 68

Renaming a Clip .....................................69

Exporting VOB Files ...............................69

Deleting a Project ................................... 69

Disc Duplication ........................................ 70

Disc-to-disc Duplication .......................... 70

Creating Image Files from a Disc ........... 71

Creating Discs from Image Files ............ 71

Deleting Image Files from a Hard Disk .. 71

Importing Image Data, Edit Lists ............. 72

DVD Menu Layout

Image File Format ..............................73

DVD Menu Background

Image File Format ..............................73

Edit List File Format ...............................74

Edit List Example ................................... 75

Backing Up/Restoring USB HDDs ........... 76

Connecting a USB HDD .........................76

Formatting .............................................. 76

Backing Up ............................................. 76

Restoring ................................................ 77

Deleting Backup Data ............................ 77

Removing a USB HDD ...........................77

Backing up and Restoring System Settings ...

Recording Time ......................................... 78

Function Menu Table ................................ 80

Shortcut Key Information ........................ 88

Message Display ....................................... 89

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................ 95

Specifications ............................................97

Language Code List .................................. 99

Country Code List ................................... 100

Regarding the GNU General

Public License ....................................... 101

Precautions

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly.

7 Care must be taken not to infringe copyright

restrictions under the laws of each country. If this device is used to record copyrighted materials, approval must be obtained from the respective copyright holders. The recording of copyrighted materials without the express approval of the respective copyright holders may result in legal penalties. Pioneer disclaims any and all responsibility for any legal damages resulting from the use of this device in the unauthorized copying of copyrighted materials.

7 Pioneer may not be held liable for the loss of

any data or any other direct or indirect damage suffered as the result of the use or breakdown of this product.

7 All names of corporations, products, and

systems listed herein, even when the (™) or (® ) symbols are omitted, should be considered the registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Installation Notes

¶ Install in a level, stable location. Avoid unstable locations,

or locations exposed to strong vibrations.

¶ Do not interfere with the dispersion of heat from the unit.

Avoid using the unit on deep pile carpets or other thick fabrics, and do not cover the unit with blankets or cloths. Such usages may interfere with cooling and result in malfunctions.

¶ Do not place other objects on top of the unit. ¶ Install in a location not exposed to other sources of heat.

Avoid installing the unit on top of amplifiers or other components that emit heat. When mounting the unit in a rack, avoid the effect of heat from amplifiers and other audio components by installing the PRV-LX1 as low as possible beneath the other components in a well-ventilated position in the rack.

¶ When mounting the unit in a rack, special precautions are

necessary to avoid heat rise inside the unit. As a general rule, install the unit in a location not exposed to heat from below, and with at least 10 cm clearance to right and left and above, to provide for natural convection (ambient temperature below 35 °C). Under other conditions, install so that when fully warmed up, the temperature at a point 5 cm above the center top of the case is below 35 °C. Provide for the installation of some means of forced ventilation if necessary.

¶ When connecting multiple PRV-LX1 units in series and

using an external means of controlling power ON/OFF, the initial current surge will become quite large. Consult your Pioneer service center regarding the ratings for power switches used with such an installation. When using this unit alone, be sure that the power outlet supplies current sufficient for the component’s power rating.

¶ Do not install in fully enclosed rack mounts, since damage

may result from overheating.

Environment Conditions

Ambient conditions during use should be within the range of +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F) and 85% Relative Humidity (with ventilation ports not blocked).

7 Prohibited Installation Locations

• Places exposed to direct sunlight or bright artificial light.

• Places exposed to high levels of dust or smoke.

• Places subject to vibration.

• Places subject to strong electrical or magnetic fields.

• Close to heat sources.

• Places exposed to high levels of electrical noise.

• Places liable to the generation of electrostatic noise.

• Places exposed to high humidity or poor ventilation.

• Fully enclosed rack mounts.

About Condensation

During winter months when the unit is moved from a cold location into a warm room, or when the temperature of the installation location is raised suddenly, condensation may form on the unit’s internal parts (drive mechanism, laser lens, hard disk, etc.). When condensation forms, the unit will not operate. To eliminate the condensation, disconnect the power cord and allow the unit to warm to room temperature. Depending on the degree of condensation, this may require 1-2 hours. Once the unit has warmed sufficiently, it will become operational again. Condensation may also form during summer months if the cool air from an air conditioner is directed toward the unit. In this case, change the installation location of the unit or the air conditioner.

Moving the Unit

If transporting of the unit is required, be sure to use the original packing materials supplied with the unit, and avoid subjecting the unit to impact, vibration, or dropping. Also take precautions to avoid exposing the unit to heat or moisture during the move. Always remove any discs from the unit before moving. Moving the unit with a disc loaded may result in scratches to the disc or internal damage to the drive unit.

7 Special Precautions

Never move the unit during playback or recording. During playback and recording, the disc is rotating at very high speed, and lifting or moving the unit during this time may result in damage to the disc. Subjecting the unit to strong impacts or vibrations when a disc is loaded may also result in damage to the disc or internal parts of the unit. When it is necessary to transport the unit, stop any recording or playback operations, and remove any disc that is loaded. Remove discs anytime lifting or moving of the unit is required. This unit is designed with precision optical devices. Take special care to control room temperature and dust in the installation location.

About Copyright

¶ Unauthorized copying, broadcast, public performance, or

rental of copyrighted discs is prohibited by law.

¶ This product incorporates copyright protection technology

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

PRV-LX1

Precautions

¶ This unit is equipped with copy prevention technology, and

will not permit the unauthorized copying of contents recorded by their copyright holders with copy-prevention signals.

¶ This unit does not support recording of DVD-RW discs in

VR mode. As a result, it also does not support CPRM (“copy once”) discs.

¶ This unit features a GNU/Linux system based on a GNU

general public licence. The contents of this contract can be found on page 101.

About the use of Dolby Digital Logo

Audio bitstreams created with this system are not intended for distribution on DVDs bearing the Dolby Digital logo. For more information on the use of Dolby trademarks and logos, please contact Dolby Laboratories:

http://www.dolby.com

7 Precautions when starting

÷ When powering on the unit (from the time the power

is turned on until the STOP button lights; see page

15), do not operate the keyboard until the monitor displays the PRV-LX logo. If the startup procedure is interrupted due to inadvertent keyboard input, press the keyboard’s [ESC] key.

÷ Also, When restarting after a shutdown, the wait

several seconds after the power indicator (see page

14) turns orange before powering on again.

Precautions Regarding Built-In Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

The built-in hard disk drive (HDD) incorporates high-precision technology, and recorded contents may be damaged or lost under certain conditions of use. Take precautions regarding the following:

7 Important Recordings

If the built-in hard disk drive malfunctions, contents previously recorded on the drive may be lost. Important recordings should not be left permanently on the HDD, but preserved as DVDVideo discs by means of DVD-R/RW recording. Pioneer disclaims any responsible for loss of recorded data or other collateral damage arising from any malfunction, including failure of the HDD at the end of its operating lifetime.

Pioneer disclaims all responsibility for the integrity of contents recorded on hard disk drives or DVD discs, and for any damages resulting from the loss of such contents.

7 Precautions Regarding Installation and Use

∞ Do not subject the unit to vibration and impacts. Subjecting

the unit to such vibrations or impacts during operation is particularly to be avoided, since malfunctions may result.

∞ Do not install unit in unstable locations, or locations

exposed to vibration.

∞ Always install in level horizontal position. ∞ Do not block the rear cooling fan and front lower air intakes.

Malfunctions may result from attempting to use the unit with the fan or vents blocked.

∞ Two dust filters are installed in the air intakes on the unit’s

front lower panel (see page 14). With time, the air filters will gradually become soiled with dust. If the unit is subjected to continued use with dirty filters, the unit pay not perform to its full, and malfunctions may occur. As a result, please replace the filters at regular intervals (see the appended “Air Filter Replacement Instructions and Precautions”).

PRV-LX1 En

∞ Do not use the unit in environments exposed to high

temperature or humidity. Also, avoid using the unit in locations exposed to sudden changes of temperature, since condensation may occur on internal parts, leading to possible damage to the hard disk drive (HDD) and other malfunctions. Consult the section “About Condensation” on page 5.

∞ When power is turned ON, do not turn off the rear panel’s

power switch, disconnect the power plug, or trip the power breaker to the power outlet.

∞ Do not move the unit when the power is turned ON, or

immediately after turning the power OFF. When moving the unit is required, follow these guidelines:

1. Turn power OFF.

Press the STANDBY/ON switch so that the power indicator appears orange, then wait at least two minutes.

2. Turn off the main power switch on the rear panel.

3. Disconnect the power cord from its outlet.

4. Move the unit.

¶ In the event of a malfunction, removal of the entire unit

may be necessary for repair (depending on the kind of malfunction). In such cases, consult your service dealer to have the unit removed by professional installation personnel. Failure to have the unit removed by professional installation personnel may result in refusal of repair service.

7 Usable Lifetime of the Hard Disk Drive

∞ The hard disk drive (HDD) is a high precision device, and

when subjected to severe environmental or usage conditions, may reach the end of its operating lifetime in only a few years.

∞ Frequent symptoms occurring when the HDD approaches

the end of its lifetime including “part or all of the playback image will repeatedly enter pause mode,” or “block noise (mosaic distortion) and other image distortion will occur”. The HDD may also reach the end of its lifetime even without these symptoms occurring.

∞ When the HDD reaches the end of its operating lifetime,

any data recorded on it may become unrecoverable. When the HDD malfunctions at the end of its operating lifetime, it must be replaced. Inquire your Pioneer dealer or Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Customer Support Division listed at the end of this manual.

(In the event of HDD failure, any data recorded on the HDD cannot be recovered.)

Data Protection in Event of Power Failure

While operating this unit, if a power failure occurs, the main power switch is turned OFF, the power cord is disconnected, or other interruption in AC power occurs, the data recorded on the HDD and DVD may be lost. To prevent such untoward occurrences, we recommend that this unit be connected to an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). UPS devices supported by this unit include the following:

AMERICAN POWER CONVERSION CORP. (APC)

Smart-UPS 500 Smart-UPS 700VA (SU700NET)

* The Smart-UPS 500 is a model marketed only in

Japan.

* APC and Smart-UPS are trademarks or registered

trademarks of the American Power Conversion Corporation.

* The UPS devices supported may be subject to

change; for latest information on supported devices, consult your Pioneer dealer or Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Customer Support Division listed at the end of this manual.

See page 30 for connections used when employing a UPS.

Precautions

Cleaning Care of the Unit

∞ Normal cleaning should consist of dry wiping the unit with

a soft cloth. In the event of severe soiling, make a dilution of 1 part neutral deutergent in 5 or 6 parts water. Dip a soft cloth in the solution and wring well, then wipe away the dirt, followed by a gentle wiping with a soft dry cloth.

∞ Avoid contact of the unit with alcohol, thinner, benzene,

insecticides or other similar chemicals, since they may cause the unit’s labeling or finish to peel.

∞ Avoid long term contact of the unit with rubber or vinyl

objects, since damage to the cabinet finish may result.

∞ When using a chemically impregnated cleaning cloth,

read the instructions accompanying the cloth and follow all cautionary notes.

∞ Disconnect the power cord from its outlet before

performing cleaning.

Cleaning the pickup lens

The DVD recorder’s lens should not become dirty in normal use, but if for some reason it should malfunction due to dust or dirt, consult your nearest Pioneer authorized service center. Although lens cleaners for CD players are commercially available, we do not recommend using them since some may damage the lens.

Disc Precautions

7 Recommended Discs

÷ Use only recommended disc media in order to assure

stable recording and playback.

÷ Consult your nearest Pioneer-authorized service center

regarding recommended disc media.

7 Handling of Discs

Discs may become incapable of recording and playback when scratched, or when soiled with fingerprints or dust. Always handle discs as noted below: ÷ Never touch the recording surface (mirror surface) when

handling discs. Hold discs between their edges, or between one edge and one finger in the center hole.

÷ Do not apply adhesive tapes or labels to discs.

÷ Do not use non-standard discs, since they may cause

adverse affects to the player and other components.

÷ Do not use discs shaped in non-circular shapes (hearts,

polygons, etc.), since they may cause malfunctions.

÷ To clean fingerprints from a soiled disc, wipe gently

from the center hole radially toward the circumference. Do not wipe in a circular motion.

÷ Do not use anti-static or other record sprays. Also, never

use benzene, thinner or toher volatile cleaners to clean the surface of discs, since such chemicals may melt or otherwise damage the surface.

Always store discs in their protective cases; before use, check the recording surface for fingerprints or other soiling.

Disc Problem Checklist

7 Data recording errors or inability to record

÷ Was a recommended disc used ? ÷ Was sufficient recording area on the disc? ÷ Had the disc been finalized after previous recording

sessions?

÷ Was the disc loaded properly, recording surface down

and label up?

÷ Was the disc soiled or scratched?

7 Playback errors

÷ Was a recommended disc used ? ÷ Was the disc properly recorded (not empty)? ÷ Was the disc soiled or scratched? ÷ Condensation of moisture on the player’s optical parts or

disc surface is also a possibility; allow the disc and player to sit for 1-2 hours before attempting to use again.

÷ Do not use cracked or warped discs, since they may

shatter dangerously at high rotation speeds.

External Hard Disk (USB HDD)

Although we confirm the USB hard disk drive is in working order at time of shipment, it is not covered by the Pioneer Warranty.

Do not connect/disconnect the USB connectors when the unit is on as this may cause data loss and result in unstable operation. Connect the USB HDD before turning on the unit. A USB HDD equipped with a power switch should be turned on before turning on the unit. The unit should also be turned off before removing the USB HDD.

Do not connect two or more USB HDDs to the unit.

Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the USB HDD for information on USB HDD precautions.

Data backed up on the hard disk may be corrupted if the USB HDD is damaged. Save important data to DVD-R/ RW as DVD-Video disc.

PRV-LX1

Preparations for Use: Basic Information

About DVD-R / DVD-RW Discs

∞ The DVD-R/RW (video mode) discs recorded on this unit

can be finalized (see page 43) to allow them to be played* on other standalone DVD players, automobile DVD players, or DVD players installed in computers. Some players, however, may exhibit the following symptoms when an attempt is made to play such discs:

¶ Discs aren’t accepted by the player. ¶ Macroblock distortion (mosaic pattern) frequently

appears in the video image.

¶ Sound and image are interrupted. ¶ Playback stops midway through.

A finalized DVD-R does not permit new recording or editing. A DVD-RW disc can be reused if initialized or finalization is canceled. However, finalization of DVD-RW discs finalized using the initial version (prior to 1.12/1.02) cannot be canceled.

* The DVD Forum in 2000 approved the use of the DVD-

Video format for recording on DVD-R/DVD-RW discs. On Pioneer’s DVD Recorders, this is referred to as recording in Video Mode. Supporting playback of DVD-R/DVD-RW with this type of content is optional for manufacturers of DVD playback devices, and there are DVD-Video players, DVD-ROM drive equipped PCs or other DVD playback devices that do not play DVD-R or DVD-RW discs recorded in the Video Format.

Recordable discs

Logo Attributes

12cm, single-sided, single layer disc Approx. max. recording time: 360

DVD-RW

DVD-R

* This unit does not support use of 8 cm DVD-R discs.

∞ DVD-R/RW discs are especially sensitive to dust,

fingerprints, and scratches. Since a scratch on the disc may make further recording impossible, and may make it impossible to playback important data recorded on the disc, take special precautions in handling and storing these discs.

∞ CD-R/CD-RW discs cannot be recorded on this unit.

minutes (4.7GB)

12cm, double-sided, single layer disc Approx. max. recording time: 720 minutes (9.4GB)

DVD Recording Modes

Video Mode:

∞ The “video mode” employs the same recording format

as commercially sold DVD video discs. As a result, discs recorded on this unit can be played on other DVD players, but discs must be finalized before they can be played in this way (see page 43).

∞ Recording to DVD-R/RW discs is in video mode only.

VR Mode:

∞ VR mode is the basic recording mode for DVD-RW,

allowing repeated recording and editing on a single disc. VR is an abbreviation for "Video Recording."

∞ DVD-RW discs recorded in VR (Video Recording) format

can be played back on DVD players bearing the logo.

∞ The recording mode can be switched to Video mode

when using the following kinds of disc. Be careful, however, since formatting of the disc is necessary, resulting in the erasure of any previously recorded material.

DVD-RW Ver.1.1 DVD-RW Ver.1.1 CPRM compatible

DVD-RW Ver.1.1/2xCPRM compatible

* This component does not support recording and

playback of DVD-RW discs in VR mode.

Precautions When Recording in Video Mode

∞ Discs recorded in video mode on other recorders and

which have not yet been finalized on their original recorders cannot be played back or further recorded/ edited (including finalizing) on this unit.

∞ When recording DVD-RW discs in video mode use only

disc media compatible with Ver. 1.1 or later.

∞ The remaining recording time decreases each time

recording is performed. Additional recording is possible so long as remaining space is still available on the disc unless finalization has been performed (see page 43). However, DVD-R discs do not permit restoring of disc capacity to pre-recorded levels, nor overwriting of previously recorded material. These operations are possible with DVD-RW discs by reformatting the discs.

Precautions Regarding TV System

∞ This unit has been factory preset for use with the NTSC

TV system.

Regarding DVD-R/RW discs

∞ Due to the unique construction of DVD-R/RW discs,

leaving them for extended periods of time in the pause mode at a single point may result in the discs’ becoming difficult to play at that place. The same symptom may also occur if play back a single point on the disc excessively.

As a result, users are advised to construct backup archive discs when playing discs containing important data.

is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

PRV-LX1 En

DVD disc box information

When you buy a DVD-Video in the shops, the back of the disc box usually contains various information about the contents of the disc. Below is an example, with an explanation of each section.

1 2 3 4 5

Preparations for Use: Basic Information

1: English (5.1ch Surround) 2: Spanish (2ch Surround)

1 Audio languages and audio formats

DVD-Video discs can contain up to 8 separate soundtracks with a different language on each. The first in the list is the original soundtrack. This section also details the audio format of each soundtrack—Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital is the most widespread DVD-Video audio format. Dolby Digital soundtracks can be mono, stereo, or contain up to 5.1 channels (the .1 refers to a special low-frequency effects channel).

DTS

DTS is another 5.1 channel surround format sometimes used on DVD-Video discs, often in addition to a Dolby Digital track.

Linear PCM

Linear PCM audio also sometimes appears on DVD-Video discs, usually on music related material. Linear PCM sountracks are mono or stereo only.

1: English 2: Spanish

Scope Size

NTSC

4 Region code and TV format

The world is divided into 6 DVD regions. Both discs and players are coded for a particular region, and to be able to play a disc, it must contain the same region code as the player. This section also contains the TV format of the disc. In this case, NTSC.

5 DVD-Video logo

Angle mark ( )

Some DVD-Video discs feature scenes shot simultaneously from two or more angles. During playback, you can switch between these different angles.

2 Subtitle languages

DVD discs can contain up to 32 subtitle languages. You can watch the disc with any of these subtitle languages, or with no subtitles displayed at all.

3 Screen aspect ratio

Movies are shot in a variety of screen formats. This box tells you what the original format was (in this case, Cinemascope), and what it is best viewed as on a widescreen TV and a regular 4:3 TV. In this case, if you have a regular 4:3 TV, it is recommended that you watch it in letterbox mode.

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

Dolby Laboratories.

•“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

PRV-LX1

Preparations for Use: Basic Information

∞ Stereo Playback:

Stereo playback means sound is played back through independent channels from right and left speakers. The soundtracks for DVD video stereo and ordinary music CDs (recorded with 2ch stereo) are played back only from the front speakers, even when 5 surround speakers or sub-woofers are connected.

Front right speaker

Front left speaker

∞ Dolby Surround Playback:

When Dolby Surround is noted on a commercially purchased DVD video, it means that sound can be played back from five surround speakers.

Center speaker

Front left speaker

Front right speaker

Right surround speaker

Left Surround speaker

∞ Dolby Digital 5.1 ch or DTS Surround Playback:

Programs recorded in Dolby Digital (5.1 ch surround) or DTS surround mode are played back through 5 surround speakers plus sub-woofer, each with its own independent channel. Since each channel is recorded independently, the reproduced sound has high presence and three-dimensionality.

Sounds of planes flying overhead and other moving sounds are reproduced with three-dimensional realism.

Front right speaker

Right surround speaker

“0.1” refers to the specialized low-frequency sound of this channel. As a result, no sound is produced here in scenes that don’t require super low sound.

Front left

Sounds of explosions, footsteps of dinosaurs and other low-frequency sounds are reproduced with boneshaking realism.

Center speaker

Sub-woofer

speaker

Dialogue is heard primarily from the center speaker.

Left Surround speaker

Since front-back speakers can be controlled independently, sounds can be heard travelling from front to back, left to right, and vice-versa.

PRV-LX1 En

Features

[Product Introduction]

The PRV-LX1 (single-DVD-drive/twin-DVD-drive) is a DVD recorder developed by Pioneer for dedicated use in DVD-Video production. The broad range of interface supports built into the PRV-LX1 allows the input of professional mastering media (tapes) using professional component One of the PRV-LX1’s greatest features is its ability to create DVD-Video discs merely by pressing the REC button, without worrying about the difficult DVD settings ordinarily required. A wealth of recording, playback, and DVD setting functions and features are provided for efficient DVD production, thus achieving efficient and high-performance operational characteristics for each type of DVD application.

Professional media source

Recording functions,

DVD production functions

video signals.

Video cassette tape

Input signal

Component video inputs (NTSC only) supported by this unit include Betacam and SMPTE, with signal levels as noted in the accompanying chart. Confirm the component output of your VTR or other connected component when making settings.

Color Bar (75%)

Betacam component Y 1 Vp-p 0.714/0.286

SMPTE Component Y 1 Vp-p 0.7/0.3

7 Dedicated HDD Hybrid Recorder for DVD-

Video Creation

¶ 120 GB Hard Disk Drive with up to two writer units

permits the creation of a wide variety of DVD-Video discs.

¶ High-level DVD-Video authoring functions and video

recording functions permit optimum disc creation for any application.

Required in the event of a twin-DVD-drive model or when the optional DVD writer unit PRA-DW11 is installed.

7 Professional System Support

¶ This unit is equipped with a wide range of input and

output systems, including component input/output, XLR input/output, DV connector, composite and S-video, in this way supporting a wide range of professional media sources. It has also been provided with an expansion slot for excellent input/output expansion potential.

¶ Supports RS-422A and DV protocols for time-code

recording.

One-push recording

B-Y/R-Y 0.7 Vp-p ±0.35

B-Y/R-Y 0.486 Vp-p ±0.2625

7 Features and Functions for Efficient DVD-

Video Creation

¶ Twin-DVD-drive recording system for simultaneous 2-

disc recording and disc duplication*3, providing for efficient creation of dual and backup discs.

¶ Built-in graphical users’ interface (GUI) for dedicated use

with DVD-Video authoring. Supports use of main and remote unit buttons, as well as keyboard and mouse, for optimum operating efficiency.

¶ Equipped with auto-capture function for smooth media

conversion from tape sources. The range of functions includes everything from video input to DVD settings, for fully automatic operation.

¶ Supports Ethernet or DVD-R/RW disc input of EDL for

menus and auto-capture, providing for more efficient work flow, as well as allowing the creation of customized menus for various applications.

¶ Program available for upgrading professional functions

(requires user registration).

Duplication of copyright protected disc media is prohibited. Do not attempt to duplicate copyrighted discs without permission of the copyright owner.

Media output

PRV-LX1

Example of System Composition and Recording Component Setup

7 System Composition

Note:

By installing the optional SDI AES/EBU input board (PRABD11) in the unit’s expansion slots, the PRV-LX1 can be upgraded to support input of SDI video signals and SDI/AES EBU audio signals.

Note:

By installing the optional SDI AES/EBU output board (PRABD12) in the unit’s expansion

slots, the PRV-LX1 can be upgraded to support output of SDI video signals and SDI/AES EBU audio signals.

Input Board

(optional)

* (Must be purchased separately)

Video in

SDI

Audio in

SDI, AES/EBU

SDI AES/EBU Input Board

PRA-BD11

Output Board

(optional)

* (Must be purchased separately)

Video out

SDI

Audio out

SDI, AES/EBU

SDI AES/EBU Output Board

PRA-BD12

Video in/out

Component video

Composite video

S-video

Audio in/out

RCA

XLR

Note:

At present, GUI is not output from the VGA (GUI) output connectors.

* (Must be purchased separately)

REC monitor / GUI display

Writer 1

Remote

control unit

Video Monitor

Video out

Component video

Composite video

S-video

Supported discs: DVD-R (general use), DVD-RW

Writer 2

(optional for single-

DVD-drive model)

* (Must be purchased separately)

Expansion DVD-R/RW writer unit

PRA-DW11

Internal HDD

Writer 2

HDD (USB connector)

* (Must be purchased separately)

Keyboard/mouse

(USB connector)

* (Must be purchased separately)

* BETACAM, Digital BETACAM, and DVCAM are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. * DVCPRO is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Corporation. * Check Pioneer’s website for a list of components and systems with confirmed operational compatibility.

An exterior control system can be created using REMOTE/DV protocols*.

* Operating compatibility is not guaranteed for all

components equipped with REMOTE/DV connectors. Check Pioneer’s website for a list of components and systems with confirmed operational compatibility.

* Control from editing equipment is not supported.

[System Example]

REMOTE

Video

Audio

PRV-LX1 En

Example of System Composition and Recording Component Setup

7 Regarding Recording Time

Recording to Hard Disk Drive = About 23-100 hours

* The capacity of the hard disk drive usable for recording is about 100 GB; continuous recording can be performed until no

more capacity remains, or up to a maximum of 100 hours.

Recording to disc media = About 1-6 hours

Disc Recording Times

• When creating project on a single disc (4.7 GB) without DVD menus.

• Create DVD-Video disc after pressing Make Disc button.

Read

Write

DVD-R

(4X-SPEED)

DVD-RW

(2X-SPEED)

HDD

About 30 minutes About 20 minutes About 30 minutes

Disc Duplication Times

• DVD = HDD: Times required when copying one disc (4.7 GB) to hard disk drive.

• DVD = DVD: Times required when using optional additional drive to duplicate one disc (4.7 GB) from one DVD drive to

another.

Write

Read

DVD-Video About 30 minutes About 30 minutes About 30 minutes About 30 minutes

DVD-R About 30 minutes About 30 minutes About 30 minutes About 30 minutes

DVD-R

(4X-SPEED)

DVD-RW

(2X SPEED)

HDD DVD-R

About 15 minutes About 30 minutes About 15 minutes About 30 minutes

DVD-R

(4X-SPEED)

DVD-RW

(2X-SPEED)

Note:

Times for recording and duplication of DVD-Video discs are given as general estimates. Actual recording times may vary.

PRV-LX1

Names of Parts

Front Panel Facilities

Twin-DVD-drive model or single-DVD-drive model added PRA-DW11 (optional)

2345

3 5

78910111213

242526

No.

STANDBY/ON button

Display sections

PLAY/REC indicator

DISC indicator

EJECT button (0)

Drive 2 cosmetic panel

DVD1, DVD2, HDD (Hard disk Drive) indicators

DRIVE SELECT button

PREVIEW button

*1 A disc created on the PRV-LX1 that contains many titles may take dozens of seconds to recognize when loaded. The DISC

indicator flashes and the disc recording and playback cannot be started during disc recognition.

Name

Function

When the unit is in the standby condition, pressing this button causes the power to come on; the power indicator (to the left of the button) changes from orange to green. The main display section indicates system startup. After system startup is completed, the unit enters “idling condition,” and as the unit’s display changes to show the current time, the STOP button lights. When the unit is in the standby condition, if this button is pressed while holding the STOP button depressed, the Function Menu’s setting values will be reset to their factory defaults, and the power will then turn ON. If the button is held depressed for one second or more when the unit is in the idling condition, the unit will perform system shutdown, followed by return to the standby mode (the power indicator will change from green to orange). In the event operation becomes unstable and manual forced shutdown is required, hold the button depressed for four seconds or more.

Lights to indicate operating state of DVD1/DVD 2 drive. Appears green during PLAY mode, and orange during REC mode.

Located to the right side of DVD1/DVD 2, this indicator light (orange) to indicate that a disc is loaded. (*1)

Press to open/close disc tray. The DISC indicator flashes from the time the button is pressed until the disc tray closes fully.

This space is provided to allow the addition of a second DVD drive. When an additional writer (PRA-DW11) is added here, it is considered “DVD2.” Some models are factory equipped with twin-DVD-drive. * For information on availability of twin-DVD models, consult your dealer.

These indicators light to show which drive has been selected with the DRIVE SELECT button (the indicator for the selected drive lights green).

Use to select the playback source and destination drive for recording. The selection changes in the order HDD (Hard disk Drive) = DVD1 = DVD2 = DVD1&2. When a drive is selected, the corresponding indicator lights (green). When DVD1&2 is selected, DVD1 is designated as the playback source.

When this button is pressed with the unit in the idling condition, a preview image/sound of the selected input (following encode and decode processing) is supplied to all output connectors except DV; when the button is pressed again, the unit returns to idling condition.

1617181920212223

1415

PRV-LX1 En

Names of Parts

No.

STOP button (7)

PLAY button (3)

PAUSE button (8)

REC button (¶)

MOUSE/KEYBOARD connectors

STEP FWD button (E)

STEP REV button (e)

SCAN/SKIP FWD button (¡/¢)

SCAN/SKIP REV button (1/4)

ENTER button

CURSOR buttons (5, 3, ∞, 2)

Filter cover (2)

FUNCTION button (*4)

DISPLAY button

Remote control sensor (Î)

VOLUME knob

PHONES jack

Name

Function

Functions to stop recording or playback. Until all internal operations are completed, the indicator flashes (white), and when fully completed, the unit returns to the idling condition and the indicator lights (white). Also, during idle condition, pressing the STOP button while holding down the CURSOR (bottom pointing arrow) button turns progressive encoding ON/ OFF. (*2) To switch the selected TV system format (NTSC/PAL), hold the CURSOR (upward pointing arrow) button depressed and press the STOP button.

When this button is pressed, playback begins from selected source (DVD drive or HDD), and the indicator lights (white). When HDD is designated as the recording destination and time shift playback has been set, this button responds even during recording, and initiates playback from the recording start.

When pressed, recording or playback is temporarily interrupted and the indicator lights (white). During recording, allows automatic setting of chapters. To resume recording from the recording pause mode, press the REC button.

When pressed, recording begins to the selected recording destination (drive or project), and the indicator lights (white).

Allows connection of a USB mouse, USB keyboard and USB HDD to the unit.

During normal playback, press for frame advance. Hold depressed for slow motion playback; during slow mode, press again to increase playback speed.

During normal playback, press for frame playback in reverse direction. Hold depressed for slow motion playback; during slow mode, press to decrease playback speed.

During playback, press to move to next title or chapter. Hold depressed to initiate scan mode.

During playback, press to move to previous title or chapter. Hold depressed to initiate scan mode.

Press to select function menu items and commands, and to input DVD menu items and commands (during DVD playback). During recording, press to insert chapter marks at optional locations.

Use when selecting function menu items, and for DVD menu control (during DVD playback).

These are ventilation ports provided to prevent excessive heating of internal parts. During installation and operation, do not allow these ports to become blocked, since malfunctions may result. * Air filters are installed inside these filter covers, and must be removed

and replaced at regular intervals. Continuing to use the unit with clogged filters may result in malfunction. Consult the appended instruction sheet “Air Filter Replacement Instructions and Precautions”.

Press to enable and disable the monitor’s on-screen function menu display (default setting: DISABLED). When disabled, the unit returns to idling condition.

Press to turn on-screen display (OSD) ON/OFF (default setting: OFF). This button does not operate when on-screen function display is set to DISABLED.

Receives signals from the remote control unit. Do not allow this part to be blocked by other objects.

Use to adjust output level to the headphones jack.

Use to connect headphones.

(*5)

(*3)

*2 Progressive is supported only during NTSC output.

• Connect to progressive-scan TV monitor. Non-progressive monitors will not produce correct playback.

• When progressive is set to ON, no video is output to any output connectors except the component output.

*3 Functionality of connected devices is not guaranteed. If USB mouse and keyboard operation is unstable, try disconnecting

and reconnecting the USB connector. If a USB hard disk drive is not recognized, or if operation is unstable, change to a hub supporting USB 2.0. If operation continues to be erratic, inquire your Pioneer dealer or one of the service centers listed at the end of this manual.

*4 This operates the same as the remote control unit’s SETUP button. The FUNCTION button operates only in the idling

condition.

*5 When performing reverse slow-motion playback with progressive output (NTSC only), the speed cannot be changed.

PRV-LX1

Names of Parts

Rear Panel Facilities

12 3 456 7 8 910

No.

AC IN connector

Main power switch

AUDIO CH1/L CH2/R IN/OUT connectors

S-VIDEO IN/OUT connectors

COMPOSITE VIDEO IN/OUT connectors

COMPONENT VIDEO IN/OUT connectors

DV connector

Fan motor

LTC connector (*2)

EXT SYNC IN and through Output connector

Terminate switch

SIGNAL GND terminal

REMOTE IN/OUT connectors

PCM/2 DIGITAL OUT connector

ETHERNET connector

MOUSE/KEYBOARD connectors

VGA (GUI) connector

UPS connector

Expansion slot 1

Expansion slot 2

Name

19 20

SIGNAL GND

1112131415161718

Function

Connect to power cord.

When set to ON, the unit enters standby condition and front panel indicator lights orange.

Input/output connectors for analog audio CH1/L CH2/R signals.

Input/output connectors for S-VIDEO video signal. Output is compatible with S2.

Input/output connectors for analog composite video signals. Note: Use coaxial cables (impedance: 75-ohm) to connect with BNC plugs.

Input/output connectors for analog component video signals. (*1) Note: Use coaxial cables (impedance: 75-ohm) to connect with BNC plugs.

Connect to DV connector of professional use VTR or similar component.

Fan motor for cooling internal parts.

Connector for obtaining time code from VHS, VTR, etc. Note: Use a coaxial cable (impedance: 75-ohm) to connect with BNC plugs.

Use for connecting external sync signal, and for pass-through signals. Note: Use coaxial cables (impedance: 75-ohm) to connect with BNC plugs.

Use to terminate sync signal. Set to ON when used alone or when connected to a terminating unit.

Ground terminal for signals. When using the unit in environments exposed to high levels of electronic noise, malfunctions may occur to mouse and other control devices. In such cases, connect a ground wire between the components to reduce the noise. This is not an electric safety ground.

RS-422A compatible external control connector. The protocol is compatible with SONY format. (*3)

Digital audio output connector. Note: Use a coaxial cable (impedance: 75-ohm) to connect with RCA in plugs.

Use for network connection.

Allows connection of a USB mouse, USB keyboard and USB HDD to the unit. Connect to VGA monitor for expanded operation. (*5) Connect when using UPS.

Provided to allow installation of the optional SDI AES/EBU input board (PRABD11). ÷ Consult your dealer regarding installation.

Provided to allow installation of the optional SDI AES/EBU output board (PRABD12). ÷ Consult your dealer regarding installation.

(*4)

PRV-LX1 En

Names of Parts

*1 Inputs are compatible with signal levels for both BETA and SMPTE (NTSC only). However, since outputs are

based on DVD format, they differ from BETA and SMPTE levels. As a result, outputs should be used only for monitoring. See page 34 for input selection methods.

*2 LTC is not supported in drop frame mode. *3 SONY is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Frame precision is not guaranteed when this unit is used as a

playback unit for editing. This component does not support control from an editing machine.

*4 Functionality of connected devices is not guaranteed. If a USB hard disk drive is not recognized, or if operation

is unstable, change to a hub supporting USB 2.0. If USB mouse and keyboard operation is unstable, try disconnecting and reconnecting the USB connector. If operation continues to be erratic, inquire your Pioneer dealer or one of the service centers listed at the end of this manual.

*5 The VGA output connector is provided for future expansion use; at present, the connector does not support the

output of GUI display signals.

Remote Control Unit

11 12 13

14 15 16 17

1 19

20 21 22

PAUSEDISPLAY

ENTER

CLEAR

PLAY

STEP

RETURN

TITLE/CHP

FRM/TIME

STOP

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

REPEAT

RPT A-B

AUDIO SCAN

SUBTITLE PREV

ANGLE

TOP

SETUP

456

010

23 24

DXX2527

Load batteries into the remote control unit

Open the rear battery compartment cover and insert two AA batteries. ¶ Insert the two batteries with

+ and – polarities aligned as indicated in the battery case.

Range of Remote Control Unit

When pressing the remote control unit’s buttons, point it toward the front-panel remote sensor. The range of the remote control unit is about 7 meters, within an angular range of 30° to either side of the front of the remote sensor. ¶ The remote control unit may malfunction if strong

sunlight or fluorescent light is allowed to strike the remote sensor directly.

No.

REPEAT button

DISPLAY button

RPT A-B button (repeat playback between two

Name

points)

AUDIO select button

ANGLE button

SUBTITLE button

MENU button

TOP MENU button

SETUP menu button *1

Number buttons (0–9, >10)

STOP button (7)

PLAY button (3)

PAUSE button (8)

STEP / Slow buttons (e, E)

SCAN (fast forward/reverse) buttons (1, ¡)

Chapter skip NEXT button (¢)

Chapter skip PREV button (4)

Cursor buttons (5, 3, ∞, 2)

ENTER button

RETURN button

Title, chapter, frame, time button (TITLE/CHP/ FRM/TIME)

Frame/time button (FRM/TIME)

SEARCH button

CLEAR button

*1 This key operates the same as the FUNCTION

button on the main unit.

Note:

¶ Do not mix new batteries with old. ¶ Even batteries of the same type may display different

voltage characteristics. As a result, do not mix batteries of different brands together.

If you do not plan to use the remote control unit for an extended period (one month or more), remove the batteries from the remote control unit to prevent potential damage from leakage of battery fluid. If battery leakage is discovered, remove and discard the batteries, and carefully wipe up any battery fluid from inside the compartment. Replace the old batteries with new.

¶ When disposing of used batteries, please comply with

governmental regulations or environmental public instruction’s rules that apply in your country or area.

¶ This remote control unit cannot be used for recording

operations (recording start/pause/stop).

PRV-LX1

Video Clip Management and Disc Authoring Procedure

When recording to either disc or hard disk drive (HDD), the PRV-LX1 manages the video recording clips by units of “project.” When creating a disc from clips recorded on HDD, this project unit is used to perform the disc recording. A project is composed of individual recorded video clips (video data); while on the HDD, clips can be subjected to simple editing processes (trimming, chapter marking and clip dividing), and editing of the clip selections and their order can also be performed when recording from the HDD to DVD.

Work area

Project

Input signal

7 In principle, video data recorded in a unit lasting from REC start to REC stop is recorded on the HDD or DVD disc

as a single unit called a video file (clip or title). Chapter marking can also be performed during recording.

Project

Writer unit

Video clip A Video clip B Video clip C Video clip D

Writer unit

Title A Title B Title C

Title D Title E Title F Title G

7 Following recording of the video signal, items which can be set or changed, together with disc

production procedures, are noted below:

When recording to DVD disc:

1 Settable items: ¶ Disc menu setting

¶ Disc program setting

2 Disc creation flow:

Video image recording = Disc setting = Finalize

Note:

A disc created on the PRV-LX1 that contains many titles may take dozens of seconds to recognize when loaded. The DISC indicator flashes and the disc recording and playback cannot be started during disc recognition.

When recording to HDD:

1 Settable items: ¶ Clip editing (chapter marking, trimming, clip dividing)

¶ Title selection (selection of clips and their order for recording to disc) ¶ Project copying, erasing ¶ Clip copying, erasing ¶ Disc menu setting ¶ Disc program setting

2 Disc creation flow:

Video image recording = Clip editing = Disc setting = Recording to disc (including finalizing)

PRV-LX1 En

Basic Operations

[Operation]

The various operating settings are performed using the buttons on the main unit’s front panel, as well as the remote control unit and optional mouse/ keyboard.

1 Front panel buttons

MOUSE/KEYBOARD jacks

4 Keyboard

2 Remote control unit

7 Operations using remote control unit

The furnished remote control unit has been designed primarily for video playback control, including emulation operations before recording images from HDD to DVD media, and when playing DVD-Video discs. The remote control unit can also be used to make Function Menu settings.

Note 1:

The remote control unit cannot be used to turn power ON/ OFF or to perform recording operations.

3 Mouse

7 Operations Using a Mouse or Keyboard

A commercially available keyboard or mouse (with USB connector) can be used to control the main unit for more efficient selection of setting items. Also, the keyboard’s function keys can be programmed with the operations of the main unit’s operating keys. This not only enhances operating efficiency, but also allows standard operations to be performed even at a distance separated from the main unit. See page 29 for information on function key settings. Some front panel control buttons are assigned to shortcut keys. Shortcut key assignments are described on page 88. The numeric keys on the keyboard provide the same functions as the numeric buttons on the remote control unit. During title text and other text input, any functions assigned to the keyboard’s normal function keys are disabled.

Note 2:

Mouse and keyboard are not provided, and must be purchased separately.

Note 3:

Title text and other text inputs require the use of a keyboard. The purchase and implementation of a keyboard is recommended.

Note 4:

Certain special keys (“Play” etc.) found on commercially available keyboards may not be used.

Note 5:

A connected keyboard or mouse may not be recognized during the power on and booting operation. In this event, try disconnecting and then reconnecting the mouse or keyboard. If the USB port cannot be accessed due to a specific kind of rack mounting, a USB hub can be attached to solve this symptom. If a USB hard disk drive is not recognized, or if operation is unstable, change to a hub supporting USB 2.0.

USB hub Keyboard/mouse

PRV-LX1

Basic Operations

[Function Menu]

Setting operations are performed on this unit via a dedicated graphical user interface (GUI) called the

“Function Menu”.

* With a few exceptions, the menu

screens shown here represent those appearing on the single-DVDdrive model. As a result, the actual appearance may be slightly different in the case of the twinDVD-drive model.

The Function Menu is composed of a top menu for confirming current operating STATUS, together with the following three sub-sections: 1 EDIT: items related to recorded video data

and DVD settings.

2 APP (Application): settings for disc

duplication and importing, auto capture for EDL (Edit Decision List) and other settings.

3 SET UP: basic unit settings. Each of these sections is composed of further sub-menus.

EDIT section

APP section

STATUS section

SET UP

section

Function Menu (Top Menu)

* Displayed in the event of a twin-

DVD-drive model or when the optional DVD writer unit PRADW11 is installed.

Second sub-menu

Third sub-menu

First sub-menu

Project information

(project name: total title Back button (return to top menu)

Exit button (to leave Function Menu)

Information area

Function Menu

(SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video Setting] = [Background Color])

capacity/project

capacity)

Currently selected drive

7 How to Access Function Menu Use the following method to display the Function Menu overlaid on the current Video signal:

1 Press the FUNCTION button on the main unit’s front panel.

PRV-LX1 En

This product includes FontAvenue® fonts licenced by NEC Corporation. FontAvenue is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation.

Basic Operations

2 Press the remote control unit’s SETUP button

PLAY

STOP

REPEAT

PAUSEDISPLAY

RPT A-B

STEP

AUDIO SCAN

SUBTITLE PREV

SETUP

ANGLE

TOP MENU

SETUP

456

010

ENTER

RETURN

TITLE/CHP FRM/TIME

FRM/TIME

CLEAR

DXX2527

3 Using the mouse to display and access the

playback control bar.

Press both right and left mouse buttons simultaneously.

Control bar is displayed.

Control bar

4 Access from the Keyboard by Assigning a

Function key.

Use main unit setting to assign FUNCTION button to F1 key.

Function Menu appears when F1 key is pressed.

7 To Exit the Function Menu

Use either of the following methods: 1 Press the Exit button found on any of the sub-

menus (move mouse cursor over the Exit button and press the left mouse button).

2 Press the main unit’s front panel FUNCTION

button.

3 Press the remote control unit’s SETUP button.

(Note 6)

4 Click the right button on the mouse

5 If the Function Menu has been assigned to a

function key on the keyboard, press that key.

Note 6:

Use of the mouse’s right button to exit the Function Menu is supported only during display of the top menu.

7 Control Bar

The control bar is displayed by pressing the mouse’s right and left buttons simultaneously. When the control bar is displayed, pressing the mouse’s right and left buttons once again will cause the control bar to be hidden. When the mouse cursor is moved over the control bar, the cursor pointer arrow to a hand

. When the hand is displayed, it can

changes

be used to perform the same operations available with the remote control unit; move the hand over the desired item and select by clicking the left mouse button. The position of the control bar can be changed by placing the mouse cursor on the left edge and dragging.

(Note 7)

Note 7:

The movable range of the control bar is limited to that area not overlapping the OSD display. Also, the new location of the control bar is preserved until the Function Menu is displayed.

Press the FUNCTION button

Move the mouse cursor over the FUNCTION button and click the mouse’s left button.

PRV-LX1

Functions

[Main Unit Setting Functions]

7 System Settings (Operation Details: page 29)

• These items allow setting of mouse and keyboard, function keys of a keyboard assignments, network

settings, and other defaults. Displaying system information and formatting the hard disk can also be performed here.

1 System Setting: Use to perform settings including keyboard, mouse, and main unit clock. 2 F-Key Set: Use to assign unit functions to the function keys of a keyboard. 3 Network: Use to perform network settings (when an optional network is installed). 4 UPS Setting: Use to perform settings when connected to a designated uninterrupted power

system (UPS).

5 Information: Display system information. 6 HDD Tools: Use to erase user data and perform file system checks on the hard disk drive.

Note 1:

A mouse and keyboard are not included. Most commercially available mouses and keyboards (with USB connector) may be used.

Note 2:

When connecting a UPS, please purchase the Smart-UPS 700VA (SU700NET) manufactured by AMERICAN POWER CONVERSION CORP. (APC).

7 Operation Settings

• Use to make settings required when connecting the PRV-LX1 to other components, and to perform

operation settings.

1 Control Setting: Settings required when connecting this unit to a source component (page 40).

* Example of connections with local settings

Control

Connected VTR

PRV-LX1

No control

Connected VTR

PRV-LX1

* Example of connections with remote settings

Control

VTR or Computer

PRV-LX1

Note 3:

There are limitations on supported commands. In addition, control may not be possible depending on the model. Please check our web site for information on devices for which connection has been confirmed. Operations other than manual forced shutdown may not be accepted if auto capture is performed with a device for which connection has been confirmed. Manual forced shutdown may damage the contents of HDD recordings.

2 Video Setting: Use to perform settings for Video and OSD output (page 52). 3 HDD Recording: Use to enable/disable settings for time shift playback (page 49). 4 Info Language: Set GUI display language (page 32).

Note 4:

When GUI language is set to Japanese, the information area and dialogue displays are shown in Japanese, and Japanese language input is also supported.

PRV-LX1 En

Functions

[Recording Functions] (Operation Details: page 33)

• In addition to composite video, S-video, DV and RCA connectors, this unit is equipped with connectors for component video and XLR, thus providing support of connections to professional video components. In this way, RS-422A, IEEE1394, and LTC (linear time code) connectors can be used to support recording compliant with time code information.

• Video and audio inputs are recorded to HDD or DVD-R/RW media while being converted to data compliant with the DVD-Video format.

• During recording, manual chapter setting can be performed, as well as automated chapter insertion at 3, 5, 10, 15, 30 or 60 minute intervals.

Notes :

∞ Playback video/audio signals are delayed approximately 4 seconds from the input signal due to time required

for encoding and decoding.

∞ Recording will not begin when copy guard protected signals are input. ∞ When DVD drive is selected as the recording destination, the EJECT button is disabled during use of the

preview function.

∞ When recording to DVD media, at the end of a recording, from several to several dozen seconds will be

required to complete the disc writing process. If an attempt is made to restart recording during this period, the actual recording cannot begin until the disc writing process is completed.

∞ Up to 99 chapter marks can be designated per title (clip); regardless of the insertion method, however, no

more than 99 chapters can be inserted.

∞ When chapter marks are inserted by pressing the Enter key on a keyboard, if the Enter key is held

depressed, multiple consecutive chapter marks may be inserted.

∞ Chapter mark positions are inserted in units of 15 frames (NTSC) or 12 frames (PAL). ∞ When using the Edit List (EDL) function, at the final IN/OUT point setting, the APP section = [Auto

Capture] = [IN/OUT Point] = [Record As] command must be set to “Title (Stop)”.

∞ Recordings cannot be made directly to the USB HDD.

[Play Functions] (Operation Details: page 45)

• Perform playback of clips recorded on DVD-Video discs or in projects recorded on hard disk drive, with video/audio being output to all output connectors.

• During recording to hard disk drive, time shift playback can be used to play the recorded contents from beginning.

Notes :

∞ When using DVD-Video time search, playback may begin at a point somewhat shifted from the actually

designated time number.

∞ Depending on the structure of the DVD-Video used, some errors may occurs when time search is

performed for time numbers located in a range extending from several frames before to several frames after the divisions between titles and chapters.

∞ Some recorded DVD-Video discs may not playback properly. ∞ When a copy-protected DVD media is played back, if recording is performed, no signal will be output to DV,

even if DV output is set to “Enabled”.

∞ When DV output is "Enabled", pressing the PLAY button on the front panel or remote control unit will cause

playback to begin after about five seconds.

∞ During time shift playback, the PLAY button enable start time is different depending on video encode rate

and audio encoding method.

PRV-LX1

Functions

[Editing Functions] (Operation Details: page 62, 67)

• When recording to HDD, it is possible to change the name of each of multiple recording data (clips), and editing functions including trimming, chapter editing, clip dividing, and title-order editing can be performed.

• DVD disc emulation allows you to check editing results before recording them on the hard disk.

• Clips in projects on the hard disc, although discs created with the PRV-LX1 can be copied.

• Clips in projects backed up on the USB HDD cannot be copied.

• It is possible to export project content clips in the form of vob files. The resulting files can be exported via

FTP connection to a networked computer.

Notes :

∞ To change clip names, connect a keyboard to the MOUSE/KEYBOARD USB jack. ∞ The name of the clip is that of the title listed on the title menu. ∞ During trimming edit, it is possible to select whether the edited results are to be saved by overwriting

previous files or created as independent new files. The size of new clips created by trimming differs depending on the HDD’s open space. When saving by overwriting previous files, clips up to "4.7GB + HDD available space" can be created.

∞ Chapter mark positions are inserted in units of 15 frames (NTSC) or 12 frames (PAL). ∞ The total size after editing must be such that can be held on a single DVD disc (4.7 GB) or recording to disc

will not begin.

[Authoring Functions] (Operation Details: page 55)

• This unit provides a number of DVD menu layouts, allowing them to be associated with recorded images for creation of DVD-Video discs.

• During disc playback, various playback program settings can be made, including a first play program to designate what scene is played back first, and title post command to designate operations following title playback.

Note :

∞ The menu screen supports only a 4:3 aspect ratio. As a result, when a menu background image or thumbnail

is extracted from a title recorded in 16:9 aspect ratio, the image will appear vertically elongated.

∞ Removing a recorded DVD disc whether finalized or not finalized deletes the DVD menu settings, clip name

and chapter name settings. Edit DVD menu settings, titles and chapter names prior to finalization.

PRV-LX1 En

Functions

[Copy, Import, Backup and Restore Functions] (Operation Details: pages 70, 72, 76)

7 Copy

• Disc duplication operations have been optimized by the provision a 4x high-speed (maximum) duplication function.

• In addition to copying from HDD to DVD-R/RW, duplication of DVD-R/RW discs is also possible.

Notes :

∞ Only one image file can be constructed on the hard disk drive. If a disc differing from the original copy

source disc is newly copied to the hard disk drive, the previous image file will be erased.

∞ Image files with volume exceeding 4.7 GB cannot be copied to disc. ∞ The time required for disc copying will differ depending on the disc’s record and read performance. ∞ Discs with copy-prohibited contents cannot be copied. When this unit is used to record copyrighted

material, the permission of each copyright holder and neighboring rights holder must be obtained. Failure to obtain the permission of each rights holder can be punished by law. Pioneer disclaims any and all responsibility for any trouble arising between the user of this device and any such rights holders as the result of recording of copyrighted materials.

7 Import

• By using CD/DVD discs, or an FTP connection from a computer linked to online network, DVD menu layout image files and DVD menu background image files can be downloaded for importing to the menu library.

• Edit Lists (EDL) can be similarly downloaded and imported.

7 Backup and Restore

• Projects, image files, menu libraries, EDL and system settings on the internal hard disk can be backed up by connecting an external hard disk (USB HDD).

• Data backed up on a USB HDD can be used to restore hard disk data.

• Project data backed up on the USB HDD can be deleted.

• This unit supports USB 2.0 (maximum transfer rate: 480 Mbps). For efficient backup and restore, it is

recommended that USB HDDs supporting USB 2.0 be used.

Notes :

∞ Data backed up on the hard disk may be corrupted if the USB HDD is damaged. Save important data to

DVD-R/RW as DVD-Video disc.

∞ The menu layout and background image data is not saved in a project backup. The menu library is backed up

when the original menu data is used.

∞ Default menus are selected when the menu layout and background image data are not specified in restoring

a project.

∞ When using a USB hub, it is recommended to use one supporting USB 2.0. ∞ Turn off the unit before connecting and disconnecting to the USB HDD.

Backed up data may be lost and unit operation may become unstable when the USB HDD is connected and disconnected during unit operation.

PRV-LX1

Status Confirmation Using Onscreen Display (OSD)

By pressing the DISPLAY button on the unit’s front panel or on the remote control unit, the onscreen display (OSD) will be projected on the monitor screen. The OSD permits confirmation of the unit’s current setting status, as as well as recording/playback conditions.

7 Idling Condition Recording-Setting Confirmation Screen

When the unit is in the idling condition, pressing the DISPLAY button causes a listing of the unit’s current Status (settings) to be displayed. This display allows the user to check settings before operating the unit, yet without the need to enter the Function Menu, thus permitting more efficient operation. When in the idling condition, the OSD screen is composed of two pages. The first two times the DISPLAY button is pressed, the OSD alternates between the two pages; when the button is pressed a third time, the OSD is turned off.

Main unit button

Remote control unit

Note 1:

When the destination drive is DVD, the project name is not displayed. Project names are displayed only when HDD is designated as the destination drive.

OSD Page 1

Drive selected

Project name

Video source

Video encoding rate

Video filter label

Audio input source

Audio encoding format

Remaining HDD capacity

Remaining recording time

Time code input source

Input time code data

(Note 1)

PRV-LX1 En

External sync

Control mode

Video aspect ratio

Chapter mark input method

OSD Page 2

Status Confirmation Using Onscreen Display (OSD)

7 OSD during Recording

When the DISPLAY button is pressed during recording, the OSD projects the unit’s recording status and playback condition (during time shift playback), thus allowing confirmation of these items. In the recording mode, the OSD screen is composed of two pages, a simple (reduced clutter) page, and a detailed information page. The first two times the DISPLAY button is pressed, the OSD alternates between the two pages; when the button is pressed a third time, the OSD is turned off.

Main unit button

Remote control unit

Recording status Recording title/chapter Recording time

Playback

(Note 3)

status

Playback title/chapter

(Note 3)

Playback time

OSD during Recording (page 1)

Note 2:

The recording time is the same as the time for the input video image; this differs from the output video image time (which is subjected to encoding/decoding).

Note 3:

Playback status is shown only during time shift playback.

Playback status

(Note 4)

Recording status

Playback title/chapter Recording title/chapter

(Note 4)

Remaining HDD capacity

Recording time

Playback time

(Note 2)

(Note 3)

(Note 4)

Video input Audio input

Remaining recording time

Video encode rate Video filter level

OSD during Recording (page 2)

Note 4:

Playback status is shown only during time shift playback.

PRV-LX1

Status Confirmation Using Onscreen Display (OSD)

7 OSD during Playback

When the DISPLAY button is pressed during playback, the OSD projects the unit’s playback status, allowing confirmation of these items. In the playback mode, the OSD screen is composed of two pages, a simple (reduced clutter) page, and a detailed information page. The first two times the DISPLAY button is pressed, the OSD alternates between the two pages; when the button is pressed a third time, the OSD is turned off.

Main unit button

Remote control unit

Playback status

Playback source drive

Angle number/total

Audio number/total

(Note 5)

Remaining time in title / Total title time

Playback

source drive

Playback speed display

Playback status Repeat display

(Note 6)

OSD during Playback (page 1)

Note 5:

Displayed only during repeat play.

Note 6:

Displayed only during scan and slow speed playback. Not displayed when performing reverse slow-motion playback with progressive output (NTSC only).

Playback speed display

(Note 8)

Repeat display

(Note 7)

Playback title / chapter

Playback time

Playback title / chapter

Playback time

Remaining time in title / Total title time

Remaining time in chapter / Total chapter time

PRV-LX1 En

Audio encoding method

Function status

OSD during Playback (page 2)

(Note 9)

Subtitle number/total

Note 7:

Displayed only during repeat play.

Note 8:

Displayed only during scan and slow speed playback. Not displayed when performing reverse slow-motion playback with progressive output (NTSC only).

Note 9:

Displayed during angle, audio, subtitle change, and during search operations.

System Default Settings

Select [System] command on the Function Menu’s SET UP section to select initial defaults for the PRV-

LX1.

Mouse/Keyboard

This DVD recorder supports use of a mouse and keyboard. The types of mouse and keyboard supported are as follows:

Mouse: Generic Keyboard: US type (101-key)

Japan type (106-key)

To set the keyboard type, go to SET UP section = [System] = [System Settings] = [Keyboard].

Programming the Function keys: To facilitate operation of the unit, the SET UP section = [System] = [F-Key Set] command allows you to program your keyboard’s 12 function keys (F1-F12) to perform the equivalent functions of front panel controls. The function keys can also be combined with Ctrl and Shift keys to provide additional programming combinations.

SET UP section = [System] = [F-Key Set 1-6]

SET UP section = [System] = [System Settings]

The [System Settings] command also allows selection of mouse cursor movement speed, keyboard key repeat speed, and time zone and date/ time.

SET UP section = [System] = [System Settings]

= TimeZone setting

SET UP section = [System] = [F-Key Set 1-6]

= F-key Enable setting

SET UP section = [System] = [F-Key Set 1-6]

= F1 setting

PRV-LX1

System Default Settings

Network

When using this unit on a network, go to SET UP section = [System] = [Network], and set the [Network] command to “ON”. Then go to SET UP section = [System] = [Network], and set the [DHCP/Manual] command either to use DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) or input the IP address used, together with sub-net mask and Gateway address. If “DHCP” is selected, confirm that a DHCP server in fact exists. If no server exists, a longer time will be required for the unit to boot to the idling condition when the power is turned on. When “DHCP” is

SET UP section = [System] = [Network]

selected, the [IP Address] command will display the address automatically allocated to the recorder. Also, setting [Network] to “ON” makes it possible to check the MAC address of this unit.

Note:

Be very careful when setting IP address, sub-net mask, and Gateway addresses. Failure to set the correct values may not only make it impossible to connect to a network, but cause malfunctions throughout the network. If you are unsure of the proper values to set for these items, consult your network administrator.

UPS Support

Whenever the power to this unit is turned OFF, the unit performs a shutdown operation. An unintentional power interruption results in the power being disconnected without the shutdown operation being performed, thus resulting in potential malfunctions. In order to avoid such malfunctions, the use of an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) is recommended. By going to SET UP section = [System] = [UPS

Setting] = [Model], you can select APC Smart- UPS 700 or Smart-UPS 500 Note: Smart-UPS 500 is for use in Japan only.

Also, if power is interrupted and the UPS operates, the time before automatic shutdown is initiated can be set to 30 seconds or 60 seconds (SET UP section

= [System] = [UPS Setting] = [Shutdown Delay]). In this way, the shutdown operation will be

avoided if normal power is restored within the selected time interval.

(Note)

SET UP section = [System] = [Network] =

[DHCP/Manual] = [DHCP]

SET UP section = [System] = [Network] =

[DHCP/Manual] = [Manual]

PRV-LX1 En

SET UP section = [System] = [UPS Setting]

Use the UPS products below, manufactured by AMERICAN POWER CONVERSION CORP. (APC).

Smart-UPS 700VA (Part Number: SU700NET)

Connection of other manufacturers’ UPS will not result in proper operation.

+ 74 hidden pages