Zenith DVR313 User Manual

Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty

Model Number | DVR313 | DVD Recorder

Safety Precautions

This 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 product.

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

NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical.

CAUTION:

This DVD Recorder employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s

manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center.

Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual.The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is operated in a residential installation. This product 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the product and

receiver.

 Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for help.

FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is: Zenith Electronics Corporation, 2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA. Phone: 1-847-941-8000

SERIAL NUMBER: The serial number is found on the back of this unit. This number is for this unit only. You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase.

Model No. ___________________________________ Serial No. ___________________________________

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS 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.

INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions. - All these safety and oper-

ating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating and use instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow all instructions. - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Do not use this product near water. – For example: near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and other areas located near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth. – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.Do not use liquid cleaners.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. -

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from over- heating. 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.

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

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding

type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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

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

14.

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

CAUTION:

PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL. AND THOSE MARKED ON THE PRODUCT. RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this product will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing. This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.

DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 3

Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

DVR313 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Recordable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Disc-related terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Types of video CDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

About DVD-R and DVD-RW disc. . . . . . . . . . . . 7

What are ‘recording modes’? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

• Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape? . 7

• About word ‘Original’ and ‘Playlist’. . . . . . . . 7

About DVD recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

• Disc types and recording formats, modes,

and settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

• Notes for recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

• Recording TV audio channels. . . . . . . . . . . 8

• Restrictions on video recording. . . . . . . . . . 8

• What is ‘CPRM’? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

• Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Handling the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Cleaning the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Handling discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Storing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Cleaning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

About Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• About the symbol display . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• About the disc symbols for instructions . . . . 9

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Function Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Remote Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Controlling TVs and Cable Boxes (DBS) . . . . . 13

Programming the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

DVR HOOKUP

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-18

Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to

DVD Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting to a TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting to Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . 17

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections

to DVD Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connecting a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Before Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-28

Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-21

• EZ Channel Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

• Tuning Band. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

• To Add or Erase Channels from Memory . 19

• Auto Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

• Manual Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

• TV Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

• Progressive Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

• PBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

• Set Initialize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

• Disc Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

• OSD Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Dolby Digital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• DTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Sampling Freq. (Frequency) . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Dynamic Range Control (DRC). . . . . . . . . 22

Lock (Parental Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24

• Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Set Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Country Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25

• Record Mode Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• Record Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

• DV Rec Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26

• Initialize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

• Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

• Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

• Disc Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

General Explanation of On-Screen Display . . . 27

On-Screen Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28

Using the built-in TV tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Changing TV Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Changing TV Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Displaying OSD While Watching TV . . . . . . . . 29

Table of Contents

PLAYBACK

Operation with DVD and Video CD . . . . . . . 30-33

Playing a DVD or Video CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

• Moving to another TITLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

• Moving to another CHAPTER/TRACK. . . . 30

• Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback

. 31

• Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

• Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

• Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

• Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

• Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

• Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

• Marker Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

• Checking the contents of DVD Video discs:

• Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

• Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

• Disc Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

• Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

• Changing the Audio Language . . . . . . . . . 32

• Changing the Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . 33

• 3D Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

• Subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

• Commercial Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

• Finding Locations on a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . 33

• Last Condition Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Audio CD and MP3 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . 34-35

Playing an Audio CD or MP3 Disc. . . . . . . . . . 34

Notes on MP3 Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Moving to Another Track. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Repeat Track/All/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Intro Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• 3D Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Programmed Playback with Audio CD and MP3

. 36

RECORDING

Basic Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Checking Timer Recording Details . . . . . . . . . 38

Canceling a Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Stopping a Timer Recording in Progress . . . . . 38

Timer Recording Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . 38

Recording from an External Input . . . . . . . 39-40

Recording from External Components. . . . . . . 39

Recording from a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . 39

Recording from the DV output. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Playing your recordings on other DVD players

. . 39

• Finalizing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

What is DV? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

• DV-Related Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

• Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

EDITING

VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing . . . 41-45

Titles and Chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Using the Title List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Using the Chapter List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Making a New Playlist (Program) . . . . . . . . . . 43

Adding Additional Title/Chapters to

the Playlist (Program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Changing Title or Chapter Thumbnails. . . . . . . 44

Using the Playlist (Program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Erasing an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter. . . 44

Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . 45

Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Erasing a Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Video Mode Original editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Using the Title List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

If the disc has already been finalized. . . . . . . . 46

Erasing a Title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

REFERENCE

Language Code List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Country Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49-50

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

About the symbols for instructions

Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the unit itself or other material damage.

Indicates special operating features of this unit.

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

INTRODUCTION

DVR313 Overview

Recordable Discs

12cm/8cm, single-sided, single layer disc Approx. max. recording time (LQ mode): 240 minutes (4.7GB), 80 minutes (1.46GB)

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– This recorder cannot record CD-R or CD-RW discs. – DVD-R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a

personal computer or a DVD or CD recorder may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt of condensation on the recorder’s lens.

– If you record a disc using a personal computer, even

if it is recorded in a compatible format, there are cases in which it may not play because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check with the software publisher for more detailed information.)

Playable Discs

DVD (8 cm/12 cm disc)

Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Audio CD (8 cm/12 cm disc)

In addition, this unit can play a CD-R or CD-RW that contains audio titles or MP3 files, DVD-R, DVD-RW, and SVCD.

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– Depending on the conditions of the recording equip-

ment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD-R/-RW) disc itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD-R/-RW) discs cannot be played on the unit.

– Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the

labeled side or the recorded side) of a disc.

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Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart-shaped or octagonal). Doing so may result in malfunctions.

Regional code of the DVD Recorder and DVDs

This DVD Recorder is designed and manufactured for playback of Region 1 encoded DVD software. The region code on the labels of some DVD discs indicates which type of DVD Recorder can play those discs. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled 1 or ALL. If you try to play any other discs, the message “Incorrect region code. Can’t playback” will appear on the TV screen. Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even though their playback is prohibited by area limits.

otes on DVDs and Video CDs

Some playback operations of DVDs and Video CDs may be intentionally fixed by software manufacturers. As this unit plays DVDs and Video CDs according to disc content designed by the software manufacturer, some playback features of the unit may not be available or other functions may be added. Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs and Video CDs. Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be played on the unit.

Disc-related terms

Title (DVD only)

The main film content or accompanying feature content or music album. Each title is assigned a title reference number enabling you to locate it easily.

Chapter (DVD only)

Sections of a picture or a musical piece that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of one or several chapters. Each chapter is assigned a chapter number to enable you to locate the chapter you want. Depending on the disc, chapters may not be labeled.

Track (Video CD and audio CD only)

Sections of a picture or a musical piece on a video CD or an audio CD. Each track is assigned a track number, enabling you to locate the track you want.

Scene

On a video CD with PBC (Playback control) functions, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called “Scenes”. Each scene available is displayed on the Scene menu and assigned a scene number, enabling you to locate the scene you want. A scene may be composed of one or several tracks.

Types of video CDs

There are two types of video CDs:

Video CDs equipped with PBC (Version 2.0)

PBC (Playback control) functions allow you to interact with the system via menus, search functions, or other typical computer-like operations. Moreover, high resolution still pictures can be played if they are included on the disc.

Video CDs not equipped with PBC (Version 1.1)

Operated in the same way as audio CDs, these discs allow playback of video pictures as well as sound, but they are not equipped with PBC.

INTRODUCTION

DVR313 Overview

About DVD-R and DVD-RW disc

How are DVD-R and DVD-RW discs different?

The essential difference between DVD-R and DVD-RW is that DVD-R is a record-once medium, while DVD-RW is a re-recordable/erasable medium.You can re-record/ erase a DVD-RW disc approximately 1,000 times.

Can I play my recordable discs in a regular DVD player?

Generally, DVD-R discs and DVD-RW discs recorded in Video mode are playable in a regular DVD player, but they must be ‘finalized’ first. This process fixes the contents of the disc to make them readable to other DVD players as DVD-Video discs. DVD-RW discs recorded in VR (Video Recording) mode are playable in some players.

This indicates a product feature that is capable of playing DVD-RW discs recorded with Video Recording format.

What are ‘recording modes’?

There are two recording modes available using this recorder: VR mode and Video mode. When recording to a DVD-R disc, recordings are always in Video mode. DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording.

VR mode recording

• 3 different picture quality/recording time settings available (HQ, SQ, LQ)

• Not playable on regular DVD players

• Recordings can be extensively edited

Video mode recording

• 3 different picture quality/recording time settings available (HQ, SQ, LQ)

• Playable on regular DVD players (after finalizing)

• Limited editing features

Many functions of this recorder are dependent on the recording mode. One or more of the symbols ( , ) appear by each function explained in this manual so that you can see at a glance whether it’s relevant for the disc loaded. You can find more information on disc formats and recording modes on next page.

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DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording on DVD-R/RW discs that was approved by the DVD Forum in 2000. You may therefore experience problems playing recordable DVD discs in some players. Symptoms include video artifacts, audio and/or video dropouts and playback suddenly stopping. Our company cannot take responsibility for problems playing discs recorded on this recorder in other players.

Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape?

No. When you edit a video tape you need one video deck to play the original tape and another to record the edits. With DVD, you edit by making a ‘Playlist’ of what to play and when to play it. On playback, the recorder plays the disc according to the Playlist.

About word ‘Original’ and ‘Playlist’

Throughout this manual, you will often see the words Original and Playlist to refer to the actual content and the edited version.

• Original: content refers to what’s actually recorded on the disc.

• Playlist: content refers to the edited version of the disc — how the Original content is to be played.

About DVD recording

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

• Our company takes no responsibility for recording failure due to power cuts, defective discs, or damage to the recorder.

• Fingerprints and small scratches on a disc can affect playback and/or recording performance. Please take proper care of your discs.

Disc types and recording formats, modes, and settings

This recorder can play three different kinds of DVD disc: pre-recorded DVD-Video discs, DVD-RW and DVD-R discs. The disc format for DVD-R discs is always “Video format”—the same as pre-recorded DVD-Video discs. This means that once finalized, you can play a DVD-R in a regular DVD player. By default, the DVD-RW disc format is Video Recording format, though you can change this to Video format, if required. (Reinitializing the disc will erase the contents of the disc.) The recording mode is closely related to the disc format. If the disc format is Video Recording format, then the recording mode is VR mode; if the disc format is Video mode, then the recording mode is Video mode (except for DVD-Video, which is not recordable, and so does not have a recording mode). Within the recording modes (which are fixed for the whole disc) are the record settings. These can be changed as required for each recording and determine the picture quality and how much space the recording will take up on the disc.

Video

DVR313 Overview

Notes for recording

• The recording times shown are not exact because the recorder uses variable bit-rate video compression. This means that the exact recording time will depend on the material being recorded.

• When recording a TV broadcast, if the reception is poor or the picture contains interference, the recording times may be shorter.

• If you record still pictures or audio only, the recording time may be longer.

• The displayed times for recording and time remaining may not always add up to exactly the length of the disc.

• The recording time available may decrease if you heavily edit a disc.

• If using a DVD-RW disc, make sure you change the recording format (Video mode or VR mode) before you record anything on the disc. See page 25 (Initialize) for how to do this.

• When using a DVD-R disc, you can keep recording until the disc is full, or until you finalize the disc. Before you start a recording session, check the amount of recording time left on the disc.

• When using a DVD-RW disc in Video mode, recording time available will only increase if you erase the last title recorded on the disc.

• The Erase Title option in the Title List screen only hides the title, it does not actually erase the title from the disc and increase the recording time available (except for the last recorded title on a DVD-RW disc in Video mode).

Recording TV audio channels

This recorder can record one or two channel audio. For TV broadcasts, this usually means mono or stereo, but some programs are broadcast with a main and a SAP (Secondary Audio Program) audio channel. If you’re recording in Video mode (or in VR mode), you can record either the main audio or the SAP audio.

Restrictions on video recording

• You cannot record copy-protected video using this recorder. Copy-protected video includes DVD-Video discs and some satellite broadcasts. If copy-protected material is encountered during a recording, recording will pause or stop automatically and an error message will be displayed on-screen.

• Video that is ‘copy-once only’ can only be recorded using a DVD-RW disc in VR mode with CPRM (see below).

What is ‘CPRM’?

CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramble system) only allowing the recording of ‘copy once’ broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for Recordable Media. This recorder is CPRM compatible, which means that you can record copy-once broadcast programs, but you cannot then make a copy of those recordings. CPRM recordings can only be made on DVD-RW discs formatted in VR mode, and CPRM recordings can only be played on players that are specifically compatible with CPRM.

• Audio and video recordings you make using this recorder are for your personal use only.You may not sell, lend or rent them to other people.

• 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.

Disc type Disc format Recording mode Functions

DVD-Video Video format n/a Playback only

DVD-RW Video Recording VR mode Playback, recording, Original/Playlist editing

format (default)

Video format Video mode Playback, limited recording, limited editing

DVD-R Video format Video mode Playback, limited recording, limited editing

INTRODUCTION

DVR313 Overview (Continued)

Precautions

Handling the unit

When shipping the unit

The original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packaged at the factory.

When setting up the unit

The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. In this case, position the unit away from the TV, VCR, or radio, or turn off the unit after removing the disc.

To keep the surface clean

Do not use volatile liquids, such as insecticide spray, near the unit. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long period of time. They will leave marks on the surface.

Cleaning the unit

To clean the cabinet

Use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as these might damage the surface of the unit.

To obtain a clear picture

The DVD Recorder is a high-tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn, the picture quality will be poor. Regular inspection and maintenance are recommended after every 1,000 hours of use. (This depends on the operating environment.) For details, please contact your nearest dealer.

Remote Control Operation Range

Point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons.

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Distance: About 23 ft (7 m) from the front of the remote sensor.

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Angle: About 30° in each direction of the front of the remote sensor.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two R03 (size AAA) batteries with and aligned correctly.

Caution

Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.).

Notes on Discs

Handling discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not get on the surface. Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

Storing discs

After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat, or leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight, as there may be a considerable temperature increase inside the car.

Cleaning discs

Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the center outward.

Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older vinyl records.

About Symbols

About the symbol display

“ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation. This icon means the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that specific disc.

About the disc symbols for instructions

A section whose title has one of the following symbols are applicable only to those discs represented by the symbol.

DVD-R/RW with Video recording mode

DVD-RW with VR recording mode DVD-Video disc Video CDs with the PBC (playback control)

function. Video CDs without the PBC (playback control)

function. Audio CDs. MP3 Discs.

MP3

VCD1.1

VCD2.0

DVD

Video

NoYes

Front Panel

>/M

Go to NEXT chapter/track.

Press and hold for two seconds

for a fast forward search.

PAUSE (X)

Pause playback or recording temporarily,

press again to exit pause mode.

Disc Tray

Insert a disc here.

POWER button and indicator

Switches the DVD Recorder ON and OFF. Lights blue when the DVD Recorder is turned on.

REC (z) button and indicator

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time. Lights red when the DVD Recorder is in recording mode.

Remote Sensor

Point the DVD Recorder remote

control here.

Display window

Shows the current status of the DVD Recorder.

CHANNEL (+/-)

Scans up or down through memorized channels.

STOP (x)

Stops playback or

recording.

m/.

Go to beginning of current chapter/ track

or to previous chapter/track.

Press and hold for a fast reverse search.

PLAY (N)

To play back a disc.

OPEN/CLOSE (Z)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

INPUT2 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right))

Connect the audio/video output of an external source

(Audio system, TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.).

S-V (S-Video) INPUT

Connect the S-Video output of an external source

(TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.).

DV INPUT

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

INTRODUCTION

Function Display Window

STEREO Indicates a stereo broadcast

is being received.

Disc type indicators

Indicates the type of disc loaded.

Audio type indicators

Indicates encoding format of the current disc.

ANGLE available on disc.

RANDOM

RANDOM playback active.

FINALIZED Finalized disc is loaded.

PLAYLIST VR mode disc is loaded and the recorder is in Playlist

mode.

ORIGINAL VR mode disc loaded and the recorder is in record standby mode.

Audio level indicators

Monitors the audio level during playback and recording.

INTRO INTRO scan

playback active.

REPEAT

Indicates

repeat mode.

Indicates current recorder function: Recording, Playback, Pause, etc.

Character indicators

Indicates clock, total playing time, elapsed time, remaining time, title number, chapter/track number, channel, etc.

RECORD The recorder is

recording.

Indicates when the recorder

is in timer recording or a timer

recording is programmed.

HQ,SQ,LQ,AUTO

Indicates recording mode.

REMAIN

Indicates remaining time of Instant

Timer Recording.

PROG Programmed playback active.

Lights when rating is set.

SAP Indicates when a SAP BILINGUAL broadcast is being received.

Remote Control Overview

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POWER

Switches the DVD Recorder ON and OFF.

INPUT

Changes the input to use for recording

(Tuner, AV INPUT 1 - 2, S-V, or DV IN).

TV, CATV, DVD buttons

Selects operational mode of remote control.

0-9 numerical buttons

Selects numbered options in a menu.

CH ADD/DEL

Add or erase channels manually from

memory.

PLAY (N)

Starts playback.

STOP (x)

Stops playback or recording.

SKIP/SCAN (>)

Search forward*/go to next chapter or

track.

SKIP/SCAN (.)

Search backward*/go to beginning of

current chapter or track or go to previ-

ous chapter or track.

* Press and hold button for about two

seconds.

SLOW (T)

Forward slow playback.

PAUSE (X)

Pause playback or recording

temporarily, press again to exit pause

mode.

SLOW (t)

Reverse slow playback.

bBvV(left/right/up/down)

- Selects an option in the menu.

- CH (v / V): Selects the channel.

- VOL (b / B): Changes volume of TV.

ENTER

- Acknowledges menu selection.

Displays information while viewing a TV

program.

REC (z)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set

the recording time.

REC MODE

Selects the recording mode:

HQ, SQ, or LQ.

TIMER REC

Displays Timer Record menu.

CHP.MARK (Chapter Mark)

Inserts a chapter marker when

playing/recording a VR mode DVD-RW

disc.

THUMBNAIL

Selects a thumbnail picture for the

current title for use in the Title List

ZOOM

Enlarges DVD video image.

OPEN/CLOSE

Opens and closes the disc tray.

SOUND/MUTE

- Selects 3D SURROUND during disc playback.

- Turns off TV sound.

Accesses menu on a DVD disc.

AUDIO

Selects an audio language (DVD) or an audio channel (CD).

SUBTITLE

Selects a subtitle language.

DISPLAY

Accesses On-Screen Display.

REC LIST

Switches between Original and Playlist.

ANGLE

Selects a DVD camera angle, if available.

SETUP

Accesses or removes the Setup menu.

RETURN

- Removes the Setup menu.

- Displays the menu of a video CD with PBC.

TITLE

Displays the disc’s Title menu, if available.

MARKER

Marks any point during playback.

Displays Marker Search menu.

DELETE A-B

Displays or exits editing progress bar.

PROGRAM

Add the track to the Program List.

CLEAR

Removes a track number on the Program List or a mark on the Marker Search menu.

INTRO

Previews the first few seconds of each track on a CD

RANDOM

Plays tracks in random order.

REPEAT

Repeat chapter, track, title, all.

A-B

Repeat sequence.

CM SKIP

Skips 10 seconds forward on the disc (about the length of a typical TV commercial).

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INTRODUCTION

Controlling TVs and Cable Boxes (DBS)

Your remote control operates the common features of most, but not all, models and brands of IR (infrared) controlled cable converters (DBS) and TVs.

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Due to the variety of codes used by manufacturers, our company cannot guarantee this remote control will operate with every model of the brands listed.

Programming the Remote

In the chart, find the code corresponding to your brand of operational device.

While holding down the TV or CATV button, press 2 number buttons (0 - 9) to enter the code.

Some manufacturers have more than one code number. If the remote control does not operate the Cable box (DBS), or TV after setting a code number, try a different code.

Buttons used to operate the CATV (DBS)

POWER, Number (0 - 9), INPUT, CH (Channel) v / V, and VOL (Volume) b / B buttons on the remote control are activated.

Buttons used to operate the TV

POWER, Number (0 - 9), INPUT, CH (Channel) v / V, VOL (Volume) b / B and SOUND (MUTE) buttons on the remote control are activated.

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TV MBR CODES BY BRAND

TV Brand Name Codes

ADMIRAL 16,33,37,44,45 AIWA 70 AKAI 01 AMARK 09 AOC 01 BELL & HOWELL 33 BROKSONIC 18,19 CANDLE 51 CCE 07 CENTURION 08 CINERAL 43 CITIZEN 49,50,51,52,53,54,55 CORONADO 09 CROWN 09 CURTIS MATHES 01,03,08,33,35,37,44 DAEWOO 16,38,39,40,41,42,43 DAYTRON 01,08 EMERSON 01,09,16,17,18,19 FISHER 28,29 FUNAI 46,47 GENERAL ELECTRIC 03,10,11,13,37,44 GRADIENTE 01,56,57,63,67 HITACHI 09,14,15,43 JC PENNEY 01,08,10,27,35 JVC 20,21,63,67 KIOTE 43 KMC 09 KTV 01,08,09,31 LG (GOLDSTAR) 01,07,08,09,35,39,40 LODGENET 33 LOGIK 33 LXI 09,24,25,26,27,28,29 MAGNAVOX 01,02,04,05,06,

07,08,09,20,

34,35,43,51,61,62,65 MAJESTIC 33 MARANTZ 01,32 MEMOREX 33 MGA/MITSUBISHI 01,08,32,34

TV Brand Name Codes

MONTGOMERY

01,06,08,09,

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23,24,32,33,34 NEC 01,08 NOBLEX 07 PACKARD BELL 43 PANASONIC 07,11,13,25,35,36 PHILCO 01,06,07,08,09,

15,38,43,58 PHILIPS 06,07,43,61,62,65 PIONEER 30 PORTLAND 09 PROSCAN 03,37,44 QUASAR 11,13 RADIO SHACK 16,17,23 RCA 01,03,37,44,69 REALISTIC 16,17,23 SAMPO 08 SAMSUNG 01,08,09,25,68 SANYO 28,29 SCOTT 01,08 SEARS 09,25,26,27,28,29 SEMP 64 SHARP 09,22,23,24,60,66 SIGNATURE 2000 01,06,08,09,10,

23,24,33,34 SONY 12,62 SOUNDESIGN 51 SYLVANIA 01,04,05,06,07,

08,35,51 SYMPHONIC 46,47 TATUNG 11 TEKNIKA 07,09,16,33,51 TELERENT 09,33 THOMSON 69 YORX 08 TOSHIBA 01,25,26,27,64 WARDS 01,06,08,09,10,33,34 XR1000 48 ZENITH 02,33,59

CATV (DBS) MBR CODES BY BRAND

Cable Decoder Codes

Brand Name

ALLEGRO 46 ARCHER 39 CABLEVIEW 39 CITIZEN 39 CURTIS MATHES 15 EAGLE 24,25,28 GEMINI 04,05,22,23 GENERAL ELECTRIC 43 GENERAL INSTRUMENT 04,05,07,09 GOBRAND 39 HAMLIN 33,34,35 JERROLD 04,06,07,08,09,10,

17,39 KALEVISION 29 MACOM 03,40,41 MAGNAVOX 24,25,28,29,36,37 NSC 38 OAK 11,12,44 PANASONIC 13,19,21 PARAGON 01 PHILIPS 24,25,26,27,28 PIONEER 13,14 PLUSER 39 RCA 13,50 REGAL 28 REGENCY 32 SAMSUNG 04,13,29

Cable Decoder Codes

Brand Name

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 10,15,16,45,48 SLMARX 04,13 SONY 49 SPRUCER 04,13,19 STANDARD 29 COMPONENTS STARGATE 04,05,13 TELEVIEW 04,13,39 TEXSCAN 31 TOCOM 12,17,18,19,38 UNIDEN 20 UNIKA 39 UNIVERSAL 46,47 VID TECH 30 VIDEO WAY 01,42 VIEWSTAR 24,25,28 ZENITH 01,02,03 ZENITH HT-2000 01

DBS Brand Name Codes

DIRECTU 66 EASTERN 57 GRADIENTE SKY 56 JERROLD 60,61,65 RCA 50 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 58 SONY 49 TOCOM 58,59,62

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Rear Panel

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

ANT.IN

Connect the VHF/UHF/CATV antenna to this terminal.

COAXIAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y Pb Pr)

Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.

VIDEO OUT/AUDIO OUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV with video and audio inputs.

INPUT 1 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right))

Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).

AC Power Cord

Plug into the power source.

S-VIDEO OUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

OPTICAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

OUT TO TV

Passes the signal from the ANT IN to your TV/monitor

DVR HOOKUP

Connections

Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to DVD Recorder

Disconnect the antenna leads from the rear of the TV.

Identify the type of cable from your antenna. If it is a round cable as illustrated, it is a 75 ohm coaxial antenna cable. This cable will connect directly to the jack marked ANT.IN on your DVD Recorder.

If your antenna lead wire is a flat type antenna cable, connect it to an Antenna Adapter (300-ohm to 75-ohm) (not supplied) and slip the Adapter onto the ANT.IN jack. The Adapter does not screw on to the DVD Recorder, it just slips over the jack.

Cable Service Without Cable Box

If your cable wire is connected to your TV without a converter or descrambler box, unscrew the wire from your TV and attach it to the ANT.IN jack on the DVD Recorder. Use the supplied round coaxial cable to connect between the DVD Recorder’s OUT TO TV jack and the 75 ohm antenna input jack on the TV. With this connection, you can receive all midband, super band, and hyperband channels. (All cable channels.)

Cable Service With Cable Box

If a converter is required in your cable system, follow the instruction below: The cable hookup permits both TV and DVD Recorder operation.

To view or record a CATV channel 1

Tune the TV to the correct video input channel.

2 Set the DVD Recorder channel selector to the output chan-

nel of the Cable Converter box using CH (v / V) or number (0-9) of your DVD Recorder. (Example: CH3)

3 Select the channel to view at the Cable Converter Box.

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If you are using a cable box to tune channels, it is not necessary to do EZ Channel Scan as indicated on page 19.

Antenna Antenna

Cable TV

Wall Jack

Flat Wire

(300 ohm)

300/75 ohm

Adaptor

(Not supplied)

OR OR

Cable TV

Back Panel of

Typical Cable Box

Wall Jack

Rear of DVD Recorder

Connections (Continued)

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Depending on your TV and other equipment you wish to connect, there are various ways you could connect the recorder. Use only one of the connections described below.

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Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System or other devices as necessary to make the best connections.

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For better sound reproduction, connect the recorder’s AUDIO OUT jacks to the audio in jacks of your amplifier, receiver, stereo or audio/video equipment. See “Connecting to Optional Equipment” on page 17.

Caution

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Make sure the DVD Recorder is connected directly to the TV. Tune the TV to the correct video input channel.

– Do not connect the DVD Recorder’s AUDIO OUT jack

to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system.

– Do not connect your DVD Recorder via your VCR.

The DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection system.

Connecting to a TV

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Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment.

RF coaxial connection

Connect the OUT TO TV jack on the DVD Recorder to the antenna in jack on the TV using the 75-ohm Coaxial Cable supplied (R). The OUT TO TV jack passes the signal through from the ANT IN jack.

Video connection

Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the DVD Recorder to the video in jack on the TV using the video cable (V).

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks from the DVD Recorder to the audio left/right in jacks from the TV using the audio cables (A).

S-Video connection

Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the DVD Recorder to the S-Video in jack on the TV using the S-Video cable (S).

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks from the DVD Recorder to the audio left/right in jacks on the TV using the audio cables (A).

Component Video (Color Stream®) connection

Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using an Y Pb Pr cable (C).

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks from the DVD Recorder to the audio left/right in jacks on the TV using the audio cables (A).

Progressive Scan (ColorStream®pro) connection

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If your television is a high-definition or “digital ready” television, you may take advantage of the DVD Recorder’s progressive scan output for the highest video resolution possible.

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If your TV does not accept the Progressive Scan format, the picture will appear scrambled if you try Progressive Scan on the DVD Recorder.

Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using an optional Y Pb Pr cable (C).

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks from the DVD Recorder to the audio left/right in jacks on the TV using the supplied audio cables (A).

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– Set Progressive Scan option to “ON” in the Setup

menu, see page 21.

– Progressive scan does not work with the analog video

connection (yellow VIDEO OUT jack).

Rear of TV

ANTENNA

S-VIDEO

INPUT

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COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

VIDEO

INPUT

Rear of DVD Recorder

DVR HOOKUP

Connecting to Optional Equipment

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll/ Pro Logic

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A).

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel digital stereo (PCM) or to an Audio/ Video receiver equipped with a multi-channel decoder (Dolby Digital™, MPEG 2, or DTS)

Connect one of the DVD Recorder’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL X) to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier. Use an optional digital (optical O or coaxial X) audio cable.

You will need to activate the recorder’s digital out- put. (See “Audio” on page 22).

Digital Multi-channel sound

A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality. For this you need a multi-channel Audio/Video receiver that supports one or more of the audio formats supported by your DVD Recorder (MPEG 2, Dolby Digital and DTS). Check the receiver manual and the logos on the front of the receiver.

Caution:

Due to the DTS Licensing agreement, the digital output will be in DTS digital out when DTS audio stream is selected.

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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.

– Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via digital con-

nection can only be obtained if your receiver is equipped with a Digital Multi-channel decoder.

– To see the audio format of the current DVD in the on-

screen display, press AUDIO.

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This recorder does not perform internal (2 channel) decoding of a DTS sound track. To enjoy DTS multi channel surround, you must connect this recorder to a DTS compatible receiver via one of this recorder’s digital audio outputs.

Connections (Continued)

COAXIAL

Amplifier (Receiver)

Rear of DVD Recorder

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AUDIO INPUTDIGITAL INPUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to DVD Recorder

Connect the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 jacks on the DVD Recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using optional audio/video cables.

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If you use the S-V INPUT jack on the front panel, the signal of VIDEO OUT jack on the front panel is not output.

Connecting a Digital Camcorder

Using the front panel DV IN jack, it is possible to connect a DV digital camcorder or video deck or DVD-R/RW recorder and digitally transfer DV tapes or DVD-R/RW discs to DVD-R/RW.

Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV in/out jack of your DV camcorder/video deck to the front panel DV IN jack of this recorder.

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This jack is for connection to DV equipment only. It is not compatible with digital satellite tuners or D-VHS video decks.

Connections (Continued)

Jack panel of Accessory Component

(VCR, Camcorder, etc.)

AUDIO OUTPUT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

INPUT

DV Digital Camcorder

IN/OUT

Rear of DVD Recorder

Front of DVD Recorder

DVR HOOKUP

Before Operation

Initial Settings

In this menu system, there are several ways to customize the settings provided. Most menus consist of three levels to set up the options, but some require greater depth for the variety of settings. If you press SETUP, only the first and second level of the menu system will appear on the TV screen. The third level can be displayed by pressing B. For navigating the menu levels, you will see “B” on the right side of the menu label to help you go to the next level.

To bring up and exit the Menu:

Press SETUP to bring up the menu. A second press of SETUP will take you back to initial screen.

To go to the next level:

Press B on the remote control.

To go back to the previous level:

Press b on the remote control.

General Operation

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use v / V to select the desired option.

While the desired item is selected, press B to move to the second level.

Use v / V to select the second desired option.

Press B to move to the third level.

Use v / V to select the desired setting then press ENTER to confirm your selection.

Some items require additional steps.

Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.

Setup

EZ Channel Scan

This DVD Recorder is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 181 channels. These include VHF channels 2-13, UHF channels 14-69 and CATV channels 1-125.

Preparation:

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Connect the DVD Recorder to the desired type of antenna or cable TV system, as shown in Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to DVD Recorder on page 15.

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use v / V to select the Setup option.

While the Setup option is selected, press B to move to the second level.

Use v / V to select the EZ Channel Scan option.

Press B to move to the third level.

SET icon is highlighted.

Press ENTER to begin the channel search.

The tuner will automatically cycle through all available channels in the area and place them in the tuner’s memory.

Tuning Band

After the EZ Channel Scan is complete, make sure the TV INPUT is set appropriately (TV or CATV). Remember, TV is for the air antenna reception, CATV is for cable or wireless cable connection.

To Add or Erase Channels from Memory

To add channels to memory

This feature allows you to add to or erase channels from memory manually.

1 Use number (0-9) buttons to select a channel to

add.

The channel number flashes in the display window.

2 Press CH ADD/DEL to add the channel.

Flashing of the channel number stops. The channel is added to memory.

To erase channels from memory

1 Use CH (v / V) buttons to select a channel to

erase.

The channel number is displayed in the display window.

2 Use CH ADD/DEL to erase the channel.

The channel number flashes in the display window. The channel is erased from memory.

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Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Tuning Band

Clock Set

EZ Channel Scan

TV Aspect

Prog. Scan

PBC

Set Initialize

Prev. Select

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Tuning Band

Clock Set

EZ Channel Scan

TV Aspect

Prog. Scan

PBC

Set Initialize

Prev. Select

CATV

Before Operation

Auto Clock Set

The DVD Recorder gives you two ways to set the time and date: the Auto Clock Feature or manually. The Auto Clock Feature enables the DVD Recorder to set up the clock when the DVD Recorder is turned off or during PBS channel tuning. The Clock Set feature is set to Auto at the factory. In the ON setting, the DVD Recorder looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended Data Services) information. XDS updates the clock using the Coordinated Universal Time.

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use v / V to select the Setup menu.

While the Setup menu is selected, press B to move to the second level.

Use v / V to select the Clock Set option.

Press B to move to the third level.

Use v / V to select the Auto option then press ENTER.

The Auto option is set at the factory. In the Auto option, the DVD Recorder looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended Data Services) information. XDS updates the clock using the Coordinated Universal Time.

Use B to choose the BAND option. Use v / V to choose your TV BAND (TV or

CATV).

Use B to choose the PBS Ch. option. Use v / V to choose your local PBS channel.

Use B to choose the Timezone option. Use v / V to choose your Time Zone.

You can set your local Time Zone manually. When Timezone is set to Auto, the DVD Recorder will use XDS information to determine the proper setting.

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Use B to choose the Daylight Saving option. Use v / V to choose Auto, On, or Off.

You can turn Daylight Savings On or Off manually. When it is set to Auto, the DVD Recorder will use XDS information to determine the proper setting.

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Press ENTER to confirm your setting, then press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.

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There are cases where the TV station does not send, or sends wrong date and/or time information and the DVD Recorder sets the incorrect time. If this happens, we recommend that you set the clock manually.

Manual Clock Set

Follow steps 1-5 as shown above to the left (Auto Clock Set).

Use v / V to select the Manual option then press ENTER.

Enter the necessary information for date and time.

b / B (left/right): Moves the cursor to the previous or next column.

v / V (up/down): Changes the setting at the current cursor position.

Press ENTER to confirm your setting, then press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.

TV Aspect

4:3 Letter Box: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is con-

nected. Displays theatrical images with masking bars above and below the picture. 4:3 Pan Scan: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays pictures cropped to fill your TV screen. Both sides of the picture are cut off.

16:9 Wide: Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected.

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Tuning Band

Clock Set

EZ Channel Scan

TV Aspect

Prog. Scan

PBC

Set Initialize

AutoAuto

Manual

Band

PBS Ch.

Time Zone

Daylight Saving

CATV

Auto

Prev. Select

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Tuning Band

Clock Set

EZ Channel Scan

TV Aspect

Prog. Scan

PBC

Set Initialize

Auto

Manual

2003 Y

0AM H 0 M

Prev. Select

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Tuning Band

Clock Set

EZ Channel Scan

TV Aspect

Prog. Scan

PBC

Set Initialize

4:3 Letter Box

4:3 Pan Scan

16:9 Wide

Prev. Select

DVR HOOKUP

Before Operation

Progressive Scan

Progressive Scan Video provides the highest quality pictures with less flickering. If you are using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, but are connecting the DVD recorder to a standard (analog) television, set Progressive Scan to OFF. If you are using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks for connection to a TV or monitor that is compatible with a progressive scan signal, set Progressive Scan to ON.

Caution

Once the setting for progressive scan output is entered, an image will only be visible on a progressive scan compatible TV or monitor. If you set Progressive Scan to ON in error, you must reset the unit. First, remove the disc in the DVD Recorder. Next, press STOP (x) again and hold it for five seconds before releasing it. The video output will be restored to the standard setting, and a picture will once again be visible on a conventional analog TV or monitor.

PBC

The PBC setting can be changed. Set Playback Control (PBC) to ON or OFF.

ON: Video CDs with PBC are played according to the PBC. OFF:

Video CDs with PBC are played the same way as Audio CDs.

Set Initialize

If you need to, you can reset the recorder to all its factory settings. Select “SET” then press ENTER.

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Some options can not be reset. (Rating, Password, Country Code, OSD Language, and Progressive San)

Language

Disc Language

Select a language for the disc’s Menu, Audio, and Subtitle.

Original : The original language set for the disc is selected. Other : To select another language, select Other option then

press ENTER. Use the numbered and ENTER buttons to keyin the corresponding 4-digit number according to the language code list on page 47. If you a mistake before pressing ENTER, press b repeatedly to delete one by one and correct it.

OSD Language

Select a language for the Setup menu and on-screen display.

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Tuning Band

Clock Set

EZ Channel Scan

TV Aspect

Prog. Scan

PBC

Set Initialize

OFF

Prev. Select

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Tuning Band

Clock Set

EZ Channel Scan

TV Aspect

Prog. Scan

PBC

Set Initialize

OFF

Prev. Select

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Tuning Band

Clock Set

EZ Channel Scan

TV Aspect

Prog. Scan

PBC

Set Initialize

SET

Prev. Select

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

OSD Language

Disc Audio

Disc Subtitle

Disc Menu

OSD Language

Disc Audio

Disc Subtitle

Disc Menu

Original

English

French

German

Spanish

Other - - - -

Prev. Select

English

French

Prev. Select

Before Operation

Audio

Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the recorder’s Audio Output according to the type of audio system you use.

Dolby Digital

PCM: Select when connected to a 2-channel digital stereo

amplifier. The DVD Recorder’s digital audio outputs sounds in the PCM 2ch format when you play a DVD video disc recorded on the Dolby Digital recording system. Bitstream: Select “Bitstream” if you connected the DVD Recorder’s DIGITAL OUT jack to a Dolby Digital decoder (or an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital decoder).

DTS

OFF: If you select “OFF”, the DTS signal is not output

through the DIGITAL OUT jack. Bitstream: Select “Bitstream” if you connected the DVD Recorder’s DIGITAL OUT jack to a DTS decoder (or an amplifier or other equipment with a DTS decoder).

MPEG

PCM: Select when connected to a 2-channel digital

stereo amplifier. The DVD Recorder’s digital audio outputs sounds in the PCM 2ch format when you play a DVD video disc recorded on the MPEG1, or MPEG2 recording system. Bitstream: Select “Bitstream” if you connected the DVD Recorder’s DIGITAL OUT jack to a MPEG decoder (or an amplifier or other equipment with a MPEG decoder).

Sampling Freq. (Frequency)

If your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 48 kHz. When this choice is made, this unit will automatically convert any 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them. If your receiver or amplifier is capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 96 kHz. When this choice is made, this unit will pass each type of signal through without any further processing.

Vocal

Set Vocal to ON only when a multi-channel karaoke DVD is playing. The karaoke channels on the disc will mix into normal stereo sound.

Dynamic Range Control (DRC)

With the DVD format, you can hear a program’s soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic presentation possible, thanks to digital audio technology. However, you may wish to compress the dynamic range of the audio output (the difference between the loudest sounds and the quietest ones). Then, you may listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. Set DRC to ON for this effect.

Bitstream

PCM

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

Vocal

DRC

Prev. Select

Bitstream

OFF

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

Vocal

DRC

Prev. Select

48KHz

96KHz

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

Vocal

DRC

Prev. Select

OFF

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

Vocal

DRC

Prev. Select

OFF

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

Vocal

DRC

Prev. Select

Bitstream

PCM

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

Vocal

DRC

Prev. Select

Before Operation (Continued)

DVR HOOKUP

Lock (Parental Control)

Rating

Movies on DVDs may contain scenes not suitable for children. Therefore, discs may contain Parental Control information that applies to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the disc. These scenes are rated from Level 1 to 8, and alternatively, more suitable scenes are available for selection on some discs. Ratings are country-dependent. The Parental Control feature allows you to prevent discs from being played by your children or to have certain discs played with alternative scenes.

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use v / V to select the Lock option.

While the Lock option is selected, press B to move to the second level.

Use v / V to select the Rating option.

Press B to move to the third level.

When you have not entered a password yet.

Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered buttons to create a personal 4-digit security password, then press ENTER. Enter the 4-digit password again and press ENTER to verify.

When you have already entered a password;

Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered buttons to confirm the personal 4-digit security password, then press ENTER.

If you make a mistake before pressing ENTER, press b repeatedly to delete password numbers one by one then correct it.

Select a rating from 1 to 8 using the v / V but- tons. One (1) has the least playback restrictions. Eight (8) has the most playback restrictions.

Unlock: If you select Unlock, Parental Control is not active. The disc will play in full. Level 1 to 8: Some discs contain scenes not suitable for children. If you set a rating for the recorder, all disc scenes with the same rating or lower will be played. Higher rated scenes will not be played unless an alternative scene is available on the disc.

The alternative must have the same rating or a lower one. If no suitable alternative is found, playback will stop. You must enter the 4-digit password or change the rating level in order to play the disc.

Press ENTER to confirm your rating selection, then press SETUP to exit the menu.

Set Password

Changing the 4-digit code

Follow steps 1-3 as shown above to the left (Rating).

Use v / V to select the Set Password option.

Press B to move to the third level.

Follow step 6 as shown above to the left (Rating).

While “Change” is selected, press ENTER.

If you select “Delete” then press ENTER.The password is deleted.

Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered buttons to create a personal 4-digit security password then press ENTER.

Enter the 4-digit password again and press ENTER to verify.

If you a mistake before pressing ENTER, press b repeatedly to delete password numbers one by one then correct it.

If you forget your 4-digit code

If you forget your password, to clear the current password, follow the procedure below.

1 Press SETUP to display the Setup menu. 2 Use the Number buttons to enter the 5-digit number

“21019”. The message appears on the TV screen.

3 Select “yes” then press ENTER. The 4-digit password

is cleared. Enter a new code as shown above.

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Rating

Set Password

Country Code

Unlock Level 8(Adult) Level 7 Level 6 Level 5 Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1(Kid)

Prev. Select

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Rating

Set Password

Country Code

Change

New Password

Delete

Prev. Select

Country Code

Enter the code of a country/area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, referring to the list (See “Country Code List”, page 48.).

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use v / V to select the Lock option.

While the Lock option is selected, press B to move to the second level.

Use v / V to select the Country Code option.

Press B to move to the third level.

When you have not entered a password yet.

Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered buttons to create a personal 4-digit security password, then press ENTER. Enter the 4-digit password again and press ENTER to verify.

When you have already entered a password;

Enter a 4-digit password using the numbered buttons to confirm the personal 4-digit security password, then press ENTER.

If you a mistake before pressing ENTER, press b repeatedly to delete password numbers one by one then correct it.

Select the first character using the v / V buttons.

Shift the cursor using B buttons and select the second character using v / V buttons.

Press ENTER to confirm your country code selection, then press SETUP to exit the menu.

Recording

Record Mode Set

You can set the picture quality for recording; HQ (High Quality), SQ (Standard Quality), LQ (Low Quality).

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use v / V to select the Recording option.

While the Recording option is selected, press B to move to the second level.

Use v / V to select the Rec Mode Set option.

Press B to move to the third level.

Use v / V to select the Video Mode or VR Mode.

Use B to select a desired Record Mode (HQ, SQ, or LQ)

Press ENTER to confirm your selection, then press SETUP to exit the menu.

Record Aspect

When recording, you can set the recording aspect ratio to suit the material you’re recording (16:9 widescreen, or 4:3 standard).

Before Operation (Continued)

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Rating

Set Password

Country Code

Prev. Select

U S

Video Mode

VR Mode

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Rec Mode Set

Rec Aspect

Auto Chapter

DV Rec Audio

Prev. Select

4:3

16:9

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Rec Mode Set

Rec Aspect

Auto Chapter

DV Rec Audio

Prev. Select

Before Operation (Continued)

Auto Chapter

When recording in Video mode, chapter markers are put in every three minutes on the default setting.You can change this interval to 3 minutes, 5 minutes or 10 minutes. If you select Not Use, switch off automatic chapter marking altogether with the No Separation setting

DV Rec Audio

You need to set this if you have a camcorder using 32kHz/12-bit sound connected to the front panel DV IN jack. Some digital camcorders have two stereo tracks for audio. One is recorded at the time of shooting; the other is for overdubbing after shooting. On the Audio 1 setting, the sound that was recorded while shooting is used. On the Audio 2 setting, the overdubbed sound is used.

Disc

Initialize

If you’re recording on a DVD-R disc, the recording mode will always be Video mode. If you are using a DVD-RW disc, by default it will be VR mode.You can change this to Video mode from the Setup menu.

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use v / V to select the Disc option.

While the Disc option is selected, press B to move to the second level.

Use v / V to select the Initialize option.

Press B to move to the third level.

Start icon is highlighted.

Press ENTER.

Disc Initialize menu appears.

Use b / B to select a desired Initialize Mode (VR Mode or Video Mode) then press ENTER.

It takes a few moments to initialize the disc.

Caution

If you want to change the disc format, everything recorded on the disc will be erased.

Press SETUP to exit the menu.

Protection

When recording in VR mode, set to ON to prevent accidental recording, editing or erasing of the disc loaded. If you need to unlock the disc to make edits, select OFF.

DVR HOOKUP

Audio 1

Audio 2

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Rec Mode Set

Rec Aspect

Auto Chapter

DV Rec Audio

Prev. Select

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Rec Mode Set

Rec Aspect

Auto Chapter

DV Rec Audio

Prev. Select

Not Use

3 Min

5 Min

10 Min

Start

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Initialize

Finalize

Disc Name

Protection

Prev. Select

Video Mode

Select a Mode

Disc Initialize

VR Mode

OFF

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Initialize

Finalize

Disc Name

Protection

Prev. Select

Before Operation (Continued)

Finalize

Finalizing ‘fixes’ the recordings in place so that the disc can be played on a regular DVD player or computer equipped with a suitable DVD-ROM drive. Finalizing a Video mode disc creates a menu screen for navigating the disc. This is accessed by pressing MENU or TITLE.

Caution

• Once you’ve finalized a disc recording, you can’t edit or record anything else on that disc.You can record and edit on this recorder after unfinalizing.

Follow steps 1-3 as shown on page 25 (Initialize).

Use v / V to select the Finalize option.

Press B to move to the third level.

Finalize is highlighted.

Press ENTER.

Finalize menu appears.

Select Ok then press ENTER.

The recorder starts finalizing the disc.

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How long finalization takes depends on the type of disc, how much is recorded on the disc, and the number of titles on the disc. A disc recorded can take up to 3-4 minutes to finalize.

If you load a DVD-RW that has already been finalized on a different DVD Recorder, you can ‘unfinalize’ it by choosing Unfinalize from the Finalize menu. After doing this, you can edit and re-record onto the disc.

Disc Name

Use this to enter a name for the disc. This name appears when you load the disc and when you display disc information on-screen.

• The disc name can be up to 32 characters long.

• For discs formatted on a different DVD Recorder, you

will see only a limited character set.

Follow steps 1-3 as shown Initialize on page 25.

Use v / V to select the Disc Name option.

Press B to move to the third level.

Edit icon is highlighted.

Press ENTER.

Keyboard menu appears.

Enter a name for the disc. Use vVbBto select a character then press ENTER to confirm your selection.

• ENG. UPPER: Switch the keyboard to upper case characters.

• ENG. LOWER: Switch the keyboard to lower case characters.

• WORDS: Switch the keyboard to theme word.

• OK: Select to finish.

• Cancel: Deletes all the characters inputted.

• Space: Inserts a space at the cursor position.

• Delete: Deletes the character at the cursor

position.

• b / B: Moves cursor to left or right.

Choose OK then press ENTER to fix the name and return to the Setup menu.

Press SETUP to exit the menu.

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You can also use the CLEAR button to delete characters directly.

Edit

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Initialize

Finalize

Disc Name

Protection

Prev. Select

0123456789

ABCDEF GH I J

KLMNOPQRST

UVWXYZ # — @

ENG.

UPPER

ENG.

LOWER

WORDS

DVD-VR

OK Cancel Space Delete

Finalize

Unfinalize

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Initialize

Finalize

Disc Name

Protection

Prev. Select

Do you want finalization?

Finalize

Cancel

DVR HOOKUP

Before Operation

Caution:

Before using the remote control, press the DVD button to operate this DVD Recorder.

General Explanation of On-Screen Display

This manual gives basic instructions for operating the DVD Recorder. Some DVDs require specific operation or allow only limited operation during playback. When this occurs, the symbol appears on the TV screen, indicating that the operation is not permitted by the DVD Recorder or is not available on the disc.

On-Screen Display

General playback status can be displayed on the TV screen. Some items can be changed on the menu.

On-screen display operation

Press DISPLAY during playback.

Use v / V to select a menu option.

The selected option will be highlighted.

Use b / B to change the setting of an option.

The number buttons can be also be used for setting numbers (e.g., title number). For some functions, press ENTER to execute the setting.

Temporary Feedback Field Icons

Resume play from this point Action prohibited or not available

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 Some discs may not provide all of the features on the

on-screen display example shown below.

 If no button is pressed for 20 seconds, the on-screen

display disappears.

Menu Options

Title Number

Chapter Number

Time search

Audio language and Digital Audio Output mode

Subtitle language

Angle

Sound

Function (Use v / V to select desired option)

Shows the current title number and total number of titles, and skips to the desired title number.

Shows the current chapter number and total number of chapters, and skips to the desired chapter number.

Shows the elapsed playing time, and

searches the point by the elapsed time directly.

Shows the current audio soundtrack language, encoding method, and channel number, and

changes the setting.

Shows the current subtitles language, and

changes the setting.

Shows the current angle number and total number of angles, and changes the angle number.

Shows the current sound mode, and

changes the setting.

Selection Method

b/ B

,or

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

,or

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

TITLE

1/6

4/26

CHAPTER

0:10:30

TIME

OFF

SUBTITLE

3D SUR.

SOUND

1/3

ANGLE

5.1CHD

ENGLISH

AUDIO 1

Menu Options

Track Number

Time

Audio Channel

Sound

Function (Use v / V to select desired option)

Shows the current track number and total number of tracks or PBC On mode, and skip to the desired track number.

Shows the elapsed playing time (Display only).

Shows the audio channel, and

changes the audio channel.

Shows the current sound mode, and

changes the setting.

Selection Method

b/ B

,or

Numbers, ENTER

–

b/ B

VCD2.0

VCD1.1

DVD

TRACK

1/4

0:10:30

TIME

3D SUR.

SOUND

STEREO

AUDIO

Before Operation

Menu Options

Title Number

Chapter Number

Time search

Digital Audio Output mode

Subtitle language

Sound

Function (Use v / V to select desired option)

Shows the current title number and total number of titles, and skips to the desired title number.

Shows the current chapter number and total number of chapters, and skips to the desired chapter number.

Shows the elapsed playing time, and

searches the point by the elapsed time directly.

Shows the current audio encoding method, and channel number, and changes the setting.

Shows the current subtitles language, and

changes the setting.

Shows the current sound mode, and

changes the setting.

Shows the disc name, title number, record mode, total title time, and free space time on disc.

Selection Method

b/ B

,or

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

,or

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

–

TITLE

1/6

4/26

CHAPTER

0:10:30

TIME

OFF

SUBTITLE

3D SUR.

SOUND

TITLE 1

DVD-VR 56Min Free

0:00:41

AUDIO 1

2CHD

Menu Options

Title Number

Chapter Number

Time search

Digital Audio Output mode

Sound

Function (Use v / V to select desired option)

Shows the current title number and total number of titles, and skips to the desired title number.

Shows the current chapter number and total number of chapters, and skips to the desired chapter number.

Shows the elapsed playing time, and

searches the point by the elapsed time directly.

Shows the current audio encoding method, and channel number, and changes the setting.

Shows the current sound mode, and

changes the setting.

Shows the disc name, title number, record mode, total title time, and free space time on disc.

Selection Method

b/ B

,or

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

,or

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

–

TITLE

1/6

4/26

CHAPTER

0:10:30

TIME

3D SUR.

SOUND

AUDIO 1

2CHD

TITLE 1

DVD VIDEO 56Min Free

0:00:41

Video

DVR HOOKUP

Using the Built-in TV Tuner

Changing TV Channels

If no disc is playing, you can change TV channels using the number or CH (v / V) buttons on the remote control,

or the CH (+/–) buttons on the front panel.

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Antenna channels are numbered 2 through 69. Cable channels are numbered 1 through 125.

Changing TV Audio Channel

Some TV programs are broadcast with both a main and a Secondary Audio Program (SAP).You can change the TV audio using the AUDIO button.

Press AUDIO repeatedly to change the TV audio.

Stereo → SAP → Mono → Stereo The current audio channel is displayed on-screen.

• If SAP is selected, but there is no SAP channel being broadcast, you will still hear the main audio channel.

• If the sound is of poor quality when set to Stereo, you can often improve it by changing to Mono.

• When an external input is selected, the audio channel can be switched only to Stereo.

Displaying OSD While Watching TV

Press ENTER to display/remove the information displayed on-screen.

Disc type indicators

Indicates channel number and audio signal

received by the tuner.

Indicates current date and time.

Video

CATV 11

2003-3-8 11:35am

MONO

Operation with DVD and Video CD

Playing a DVD or Video CD

Playback Setup

 Turn the TV on and select the video input source con-

nected to the DVD Recorder.

 Audio system: Turn the audio system on and select

the input source connected to the DVD Recorder.

Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.

Load your chosen disc in the tray, with the playback side down.

Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the tray.

READING appears on the display window, and playback starts automatically. If playback does not start, press PLAY. In some cases, the disc menu might appear instead.

If a menu screen is displayed

The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a DVD or Video CD which contains a menu.

Use the bBvVbuttons to select the title/chapter you want to view, then press ENTER to start playback. Press TITLE or MENU to return to the menu screen.



Use the number buttons to select the track you want to view. Press RETURN to return to the menu screen.



Menu setting and the exact operating procedures for using the menu may differ depending on the disc. Follow the instructions on the each menu screen. You may also set PBC to OFF under Setup menu. See page 21.

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– If Parental Control is set and the disc is not within the

Rating settings (not authorized), the 4-digit code must be entered and/or the disc must be authorized (see

“Rating”, on page 23).

– DVDs may have a Region Code.

Your recorder will not play discs that have a region code different from your recorder. The region code for this recorder is 1 (one).

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Unless stated otherwise, all operations described use the remote control. Some features may also be available on the Setup menu.

Moving to another TITLE

When a disc has more than one title, you can move to another title as follows:



Press DISPLAY then use v / V to select the title icon. Then, press the appropriate numbered button

(0-9) or b / B to select a title number.

Moving to another CHAPTER/TRACK

When a title on a disc has more than one chapter/track, you can move to another chapter/track as follows:

 Press SKIP/SCAN (. or >) briefly during play-

back to select the next chapter/track or to return to the beginning of the current chapter/track.



Press SKIP/SCAN (.) twice briefly to step back to the previous chapter/track.



To go directly to any chapter/track during playback, press DISPLAY. Then, use v / V to select chapter

icon (or for a Video CD, select track icon).Then, enter the chapter/track number using the numbered buttons (0-9) or press b / B.

Slow Motion

1 Press SLOW t or T during playback.

The DVD Recorder will enter SLOW mode.

2 Use the SLOW t or T to select the required speed:

t 1/16, t 1/8, t 1/4, t 1/2 or n (backward), or T 1/16, T 1/8, T 1/4, T 1/2 or N (forward).

With a Video CD, the Slow speed changes: T 1/8, T 1/4 or T 1/2 (forward).

3 To exit Slow Motion mode, press PLAY.

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Slow motion playback in reverse is not possible with Video CDs.

VCD1.1VCD2.0

Video

DVD

VCD1.1

Video

DVD

Video

DVD

VCD2.0

DVD

TITLE

1/6

TRACK

1/4

CHAPTER

4/26

PLAYBACK

Operation with DVD and Video CD (Continued)

General Features (Continued)

Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback

1 Press PAUSE (X) during playback.

The recorder will now go into PAUSE mode.

2 You can advance or back up the picture frame-by-

frame by pressing b / B repeatedly during PAUSE mode.

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The picture frame-by-frame in reverse is not available for Video CD.

1 Press and hold SKIP/SCAN (. or >) for about

two seconds during playback.

The recorder will now go into SEARCH mode.

2 Press and hold SKIP/SCAN (. or >) to select

the required speed: mX2, mX4, mX8, mX16,

mX100 (backward) or MX2, MX4, MX8, MX16, MX100 (forward). With a Video CD, the Search speed changes: mX2, mX4, mX8 (backward) or MX2, MX4, MX8

(forward).

3 To exit SEARCH mode, press PLAY (N).

Random

1 Press RANDOM during playback or in Stop mode.

The unit automatically begins Random Playback and “RANDOM” appears on the display window.

2 To return to normal playback, press RANDOM until

“RANDOM” disappears from the display window.

By pressing SKIP/SCAN > during Random playback, the unit selects another title (track) and resumes Random playback.

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video CDs without PBC.

 On a Video CD with PBC, you must set PBC to OFF

in the Setup menu to use the Random function. See page 21.

Repeat

DVD Video Discs - Repeat Chapter/Title/Off 1 To repeat the currently playing chapter, press

REPEAT.

The REPEAT CHAPTER appears on the TV screen.

2 To repeat the title currently playing, press REPEAT a

second time.

The REPEAT TITLE appears on the TV screen.

3 To exit Repeat mode, press REPEAT a third time.

The REPEAT OFF icon appears on the TV screen.

Video CDs - Repeat Track/All/Off 1 To repeat the track currently playing, press REPEAT.

The REPEAT TRACK icon appears on the TV screen.

2 To repeat the disc currently playing, press REPEAT a

second time.

The REPEAT ALL icon appears on the TV screen.

3 To exit Repeat mode, press REPEAT a third time.

The REPEAT OFF icon appears on the TV screen.

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On a Video CD with PBC, you must set PBC to OFF in the Setup menu to use the Repeat function. See page 21.

Repeat A-B

To repeat a sequence in a title: 1 Press A-B at your chosen starting point.

REPEAT A- appears on the TV screen.

2 Press A-B again at your chosen end point.

REPEAT A-B appears briefly on the TV screen, and the repeat sequence begins (“REPEAT A-B” also appears in the display window).

3 To cancel the sequence, press A-B repeatedly to

select OFF.

Time Search

The Time Search function allows you to start playing at any chosen time on the disc.

1 Press DISPLAY during playback. The on-screen dis-

play appears on the TV screen.

The Time Search box shows the elapsed playing time of the current disc.

2 Within 20 seconds, use v / V to select the Time

Search icon in the on-screen display.

The “0:00:00” appears in the Time Search box.

3 Within 20 seconds, use the number buttons to enter

the required start time. Enter hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right in the box.

You can not enter an invalid time. If you enter the wrong numbers, press b/B to move the under bar (_) to the wrong number.Then enter the correct

numbers.

4 Within 20 seconds, press ENTER to confirm the start

time.

Playback starts from the selected time on the disc.

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DVD

VCD1.1VCD2.0

Video

DVD

VCD1.1VCD2.0

Video

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Karaoke DVD

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REPEAT

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TIME

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Operation with DVD and Video CD (Continued)

General Features (continued)

Zoom

The Zoom function allows you to enlarge the video image and to move through the enlarged image.

1 Press ZOOM during playback or still playback to acti-

vate the Zoom function.

The square frame will be displayed in the right bottom of the picture. If no button is pressed for more than 5 seconds, the square frame will disappear. Each press of the ZOOM button changes the TV screen in the sequence shown below.

normal size → X2 size → X4 size → normal size

2 Use the bBvVbuttons to move through the

zoomed picture.

3 To resume normal playback, press CLEAR or press

ZOOM repeatedly until the normal picture appears.

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Marker Search

You can start playback from a memorized point. Up to six points can be memorized. To enter a mark, follow these steps.

1 During disc playback, press MARKER when

playback reaches the spot that you want to memorize.

The Marker icon will appear on the TV screen briefly.

2 Repeat step 1 to enter up to six Marker points on a

disc.

To Recall a Marked Scene 1 During disc playback, press SEARCH.

The Marker Search menu will appear on the TV screen.

2 Use the bBvVbuttons to select a Marked scene

that you want to recall.

3 Press ENTER.

Playback will start from the Marked scene.

4 To remove the Marker Search menu, press RETURN.

To clear a Marked Scene 1 During disc playback, press SEARCH.

The Marker Search menu will appear on the TV screen.

2 Use bBvVto select the Marked scene that you

want to erase.

3 Press CLEAR.

“Delete selected marker? Proceed?” message appears.

4 Use b / B to select “Ye s ” then press ENTER. 5 Repeat steps 2-4 to erase additional Marked scene.

To remove the Marker Search menu, press RETURN.

Checking the Contents of DVD Video Discs: Menus

DVDs may contain menus that allow you to access special features. To open the disc menu, press MENU. Then, press the appropriate number button to select an option. Or, use the bBvVbuttons to highlight your selection, then press ENTER.

Title Menu

1 Press TITLE.

If the current title has a menu, the menu will appear on the TV screen. Otherwise, the disc menu may appear.

2 The menu may contain camera angles, spoken lan-

guage and subtitle options, and chapters for the title.

3 To remove the title menu, press TITLE again.

Disc Menu

1 Press MENU.

The disc menu is displayed.

2 To remove the disc menu, press MENU again.

Camera Angle

If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle during playback.

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Press ANGLE then press b / B repeatedly during playback to select a desired angle.

The number of the current angle appears on the TV screen.

The ANGLE indicator will blink in the display window at scenes recorded at different angles to indicate that angle switching is possible.

Changing the Audio Language

Press AUDIO then press b / B repeatedly during playback to hear a different audio language or audio track.

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MARKER

1 / 6

Marker Search

ANGLE

1/3

AUDIO 1

5.1CHD

ENGLISH

CLEAR RETURN

Delete

Move

CloseSelect

PLAYBACK

Operation with DVD and Video CD (Continued)

Changing the Audio Channel

With a Video CD, press AUDIO then press b / B repeat- edly during playback to hear a different audio channel (STEREO, LEFT or RIGHT). With DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode that have both a main and a Sub audio channel, you can switch between Main (L), SAP (R), or a mix of both (Main+Sub) by pressing AUDIO.

3D Surround

This unit can produce a 3D Surround effect, which simulates multi-channel audio playback from two conventional stereo speakers, instead of the five or more speakers normally required to listen to multichannel audio from a home theater system.

1 Press SOUND then press b / B repeatedly during

playback to select “3D SUR”.

2 To turn off the 3D Surround effect, select “NORM”.

Subtitles

Press SUBTITLE then press b / B repeatedly during playback to see the different subtitle languages.

Commercial Skip

Each press CM SKIP skips forward 10 seconds. Use CM SKIP to a maximum of 4 minutes. (approximately two average-length commercials).

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If appears, the feature is not available on the disc.

Finding Locations on a Disc

You can directly access any point on a video CD using this function. Use this function only while a video CD is playing. Playback jumps to the point specified.

1 Press SEARCH during playback.

The progress bar appears on the TV screen.

2 Use b / B to find a start position for playback. 3 Press ENTER to confirm the selected position.

Playback starts from the selected position.

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This function works only when no marker is not be memorized.

Last Condition Memory

This recorder memorizes the user settings for the last disc that you have viewed. Settings remain in memory even if you remove the disc from the recorder or switch off the recorder. If you load a disc that had its settings memorized, the latest stop position is automatically recalled.

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– Settings are stored in memory for use any time. – This recorder does not memorize settings of a disc if

you switch off the recorder before commencing to play it.

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AUDIO

STEREO

SUBTITLE

OFF

SOUND

3D SUR.

33%PBC

TRK 1

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Audio CD and MP3 Operation

Playing an Audio CD or MP3 Disc

The DVD Recorder can play audio CDs. Also, the DVD Recorder can play MP3 formatted recordings on CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW discs. Before playing MP3 recordings, read the notes on MP3 Recordings on the right side of this page.

Insert a disc and close the tray.

AUDIO CD or MP3 CD menu appears on the TV screen.

AUDIO CD Menu MP3 CD Menu

Use v / V to select a track then press PLAY or ENTER.

Playback starts. During playback, the current track’s elapsed playing time will appear on the display window and menu. Playback will stop at the end of the disc.

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Press SLOW T to move to the next page.

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Press SLOW t to move to the previous page.

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If audio title and MP3 file are mixed on the disc, you can switch between AUDIO CD menu and MP3 CD menu by pressing TITLE repeatedly.

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On the MP3 CD menu, you can display the folders on the disc. Use vVbBto select the “Folder” icon on the

MP3 CD menu then press ENTER. Also, you can display only tracks in the folders. Use vVbBto select a folder then press ENTER.

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On the MP3 CD menu, select “View All” then press ENTER to display all MP3 files on the disc.

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On the mixed CD with audio title and MP3 file, you can switch AUDIO CD menu and MP3 CD menu by pressing TITLE button repeatedly.

To stop playback at any other time, press STOP.

Notes on MP3 Recordings

About MP3

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An MP3 file is audio data compressed by using the MPEG1 audio layer-3 file-coding scheme.We call files that have the “.mp3” file extension “MP3 files”.

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The recorder can not read an MP3 file that has a file extension other than “.mp3”.

MP3 Disc compatibility with this recorder is limited as follows:

1. CD-R physical format should be “ISO 9660” and “JOLIET”.

2. If you record MP3 files using the software which cannot create a FILE SYSTEM, for example “Direct- CD” etc., it is impossible to playback MP3 files. We recommend that you use “Easy-CD Creator”, which creates an ISO9660 or JOLIET file system.

3. Total number of files and folders on the disc should be less than 999.

This DVD Recorder requires discs/recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are automatically set to these standards. There are many different types of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3 files) that require certain pre-existing conditions (see above) to insure compatible playback.

Customers should also note that permission is required in order to download MP3 files and music from the Internet. Our company has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the copyright owner.

MP3

List

Program

01/14

AUDIO CD

0:42:12

TRACK 1

TRACK 2

TRACK 3

TRACK 4

TRACK 5

TRACK 6

TRACK 7

TRACK 8

ADD

DELETE

DEL ALL

Disc List

Program

1/14 0/0

MUSIC 1.MP3

MUSIC 2.MP3

MUSIC 3.MP3

MUSIC 4.MP3

MUSIC 5.MP3

MUSIC 6.MP3

MUSIC 7.MP3

MUSIC 8.MP3

MP3 CD

00:00

View All

Folder

Add One

Del One

Add All

Del All

Save

PLAYBACK

Audio CD and MP3 Operation (Continued)

Pause

1 Press PAUSE during playback. 2 To return to playback, press PLAY or press PAUSE

again.

Moving to Another Track

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Press SKIP/SCAN . or > briefly during playback to go to the next track or to return to the beginning of the current track.

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Press SKIP/SCAN . twice briefly to step back to the previous track.

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On an Audio CD, to go directly to any track, enter the track number using the numbered buttons (0-9) during playback.

Repeat Track/All/Off

1 To repeat the track currently playing, press REPEAT.

The Repeat icon and “TRK” appear on the menu screen.

2 To repeat all tracks on a disc, press REPEAT a sec-

ond time.

The Repeat icon and “ALL” appear on the menu screen.

3 To cancel Repeat mode, press REPEAT a third time.

The Repeat icon disappears from the menu display.

Random

1 Press RANDOM during playback or when playback

has stopped. The unit automatically begins Random Playback and RANDOM appears on the menu screen.

2 Press RANDOM during Random playback. 3 To return to normal playback, press RANDOM repeat-

edly until RANDOM disappears from the menu screen.

Intro Scan

1 Press INTRO during playback or when playback has

stopped. The unit previews the first few seconds of each track on a CD and “INTRO” appears on the menu screen.

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• After Intro scan previews all of the tracks, it stops.

• If you want to play the track that Intro scan is pre-

viewing, press INTRO (starts playing from the current track).

2 To return to normal playback, press INTRO repeatedly

until INTRO disappears from the menu screen.

3D Surround

1 Press SOUND to select “3D SUR.” during playback. 2 To turn off the 3D Surround effect, press SOUND until

“3D SUR.” disappears from the menu screen.

1 Press and hold SKIP/SCAN . or > for about

two seconds during playback.

The recorder will now go into SEARCH mode.

2 Press and hold SKIP/SCAN . or > to select the

required speed: mX2, mX4, mX8 (backward) or MX2, MX4, MX8 (forward).

Search speed and direction are indicated on the menu screen.

3 To exit SEARCH mode, press PLAY.

Repeat A-B

To repeat a sequence in a title: 1 Press A-B at your chosen start point.

Repeat icon and “A” appears on the menu screen.

2 Press A-B again at your chosen end point.

The Repeat icon and “A - B” appears on the menu screen, and the repeat sequence begins.

3 To exit the sequence and return to normal play, press

A-B again.

The Repeat icon disappears from the menu screen.

MP3

Programmed Playback with Audio CD and MP3

The Program function enables you to store your favorite tracks from any disc in the recorder memory. Program can contain 30 tracks (Audio CD) or 256 tracks (MP3).

Insert an Audio CD or MP3 disc.

Audio CD or MP3 CD menu will appear.

Use vVbBto select a track on the List.

Use vVbBto highlight the “ADD” or “Add One” icon then press ENTER. Or, press PROGRAM.

The selected track is added to the Program List.

Repeat steps 2-3 to place additional tracks on the Program list.

Use vVbBto move to the Program list.

On an MP3 CD menu, you can add all tracks on the List to the Program list. Select “Add All” then press ENTER.

Use v/V to select the track you want to start playing.

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Press SLOW T to move to the next page.

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Press SLOW t to move to the previous page.

Press PLAY or ENTER to start.

Playback begins in the order in which you programmed the tracks and “PROG” indicator appears on the display window. Playback stops after playing the last programmed track on the program list.

To resume normal playback from programmed playback, select a track on the List then press ENTER.

“PROG” indicator disappears from the display window.

Repeat Programmed Tracks

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To repeat the track currently playing, press REPEAT.

The Repeat icon and “TRK” appear on the menu screen.

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To repeat all tracks on the program list, press REPEAT a second time.

The Repeat icon and “ALL” appear on the menu screen.

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To cancel Repeat mode, press REPEAT a third time.

The Repeat icon disappears from the menu screen.

Erasing a Track from the Program List

1 Select the track that you wish to erase from the

Program list.

2 Use vVbBto select the “DELETE” or “Del One”

icon then press ENTER. Or, press CLEAR.

The selected track is deleted on the program list.

3 Repeat steps 1-2 to delete additional tracks on the

Program list.

Erasing the Complete Program List

Use vVbBto select the “DEL ALL” or “Del All” icon then press ENTER.

All tracks on the program list are deleted.

Save Your Program List

This recorder memorizes the user program list for the disc that you have programmed. Program list remains in memory even if you remove the disc from the recorder or switch the recorder off. If you load a disc that has its program list memorized, the program list is automatically recalled.

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Use vVbBto select the “Save” icon on the MP3 CD menu then press ENTER.

MP3

AUDIO CD

TRACK 1

TRACK 2

TRACK 3

TRACK 4

TRACK 5

TRACK 6

TRACK 7

TRACK 8

0:42:12

List

04/14 3/3

ADD

DELETE

DEL ALL

TRACK 5

TRACK 3

TRACK 4

Program

MP3 CD

00:00

Disc List

4/14 3/3

MUSIC 1.MP3

MUSIC 2.MP3

MUSIC 3.MP3

MUSIC 4.MP3

MUSIC 5.MP3

MUSIC 6.MP3

MUSIC 7.MP3

MUSIC 8.MP3

View All

Folder

Add One

Del One

Add All

Del All

Save

Program

MUSIC 5.MP3

MUSIC 3.MP3

MUSIC 1.MP3

RECORDING

Basic Recording

Basic Recording from a TV

Follow the instructions below to record a TV program. Recording starts immediately and continues until the disc is full or you stop the recording.

Switch on the recorder and load a recordable disc.

Also make sure that the TV input is set to this recorder. If you load a completely blank disc, the recorder takes a short while to initialize the disc.

Set a recording mode as necessary by pressing REC MODE repeatedly. (HQ, SQ, LQ)

HQ; High Quality, SQ; Standard Quality, LQ: Low Quality

Use CH (v / V) buttons to select the TV channel to record.

Use AUDIO to select the audio channel to record. (Stereo, SAP, or Mono)

The table below shows what will be recorded on the different settings for different types of broadcast.The last column (Monitor Audio) shows what you’ll hear as it is recording. For example, if the TV broadcast is in stereo, then setting the recorder to Stereo or SAP will record the broadcast in stereo, and the monitor audio is also stereo.

• If you set the audio channel to SAP, but there is no SAP channel being broadcast, the main audio (mono or stereo) will be recorded.

Press REC (z) once.

Recording will start. (The RECORD indicator lights in the display window.)

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Recording continues until you press STOP (x) or the disc is full.

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To record for a fixed length of time, see Instant Timer Recording on right.

Press STOP (x) to stop recording.

Instant Timer Recording

Instant Timer Recording allows you to make a recording easily of a preset length without using the program timer.

Follow steps 1-4 as shown left (Basic Recording from a TV).

Press REC (z) repeatedly to select the recording time length.

Recording starts after the first press. Each subsequent press increases the recording time by 10 minutes within free space (maximum 120 minutes). The recording time is displayed on the TV screen.

Instant Timer Record Menu

Checking the Recording Time

Press REC (z) once to check the recording time. The recalled setting will automatically return to the TV screen for a moment. Also, remaining time of recording is shown in the display window.

To Extend the Recording Time

The recording time can be extended anytime by pressing REC (z).

Each subsequent press increases the recording time by 10 minutes within free space (maximum 120 minutes).

To Pause the Recording

1 Press PAUSE (X) to pause the disc during

recording.

2 When you want to continue recording, press

PAUSE (X).

TV Broadcast Selected Audio Broadcast Audio Monitor

L Ch R Ch Audio

Mono Stereo/Mono/SAP Mono Mono Mono Stereo Stereo/SAP L R Stereo

Mono Mono Mono Mono

Mono+SAP Stereo/Mono Mono Mono Mono

SAP SAP SAP SAP

Stereo+SAP Stereo L R Stereo

Mono Mono Mono Mono SAP SAP SAP SAP

Continue

65Min Free

Timer Recording

This DVD Recorder can be programmed to record up to 8 programs within a period of 1 month. For unattended recording, the timer needs to know the channels to be recorded, the starting time and length.

Press TIMER REC.

The Timer Record menu will appear.

• Date – Choose a date up to

1 month

in advance,

or select a daily or weekly program.

• Start Time – Set the recording start time.

• Length – Set the recording length.

• Ch. – Choose a channel (2-69 or 1-125 for anten-

na or cable channels respectively, excluding skip channels), or one of the external inputs from which to record.

• Mode – Choose a record mode (HQ, SQ, LQ, or AUTO). AUTO mode determines how much disc time is available and switches record mode, if necessary, to complete recording the program.

Enter the necessary information for your timer recording(s).

• b / B (left/right) – move the cursor left/right

• v / V (up/down) – change the setting at the cur-

rent cursor position

• Press RETURN to exit the Timer Record menu.

• Press ENTER after filling in all the program infor-

mation.

• Press TIMER REC to display Timer Record List.

Press ENTER, the program will be memorized by the DVD Recorder.

To check the programming, the Timer Record List will appear.

Press RETURN to exit the Program List.

Make sure that you load a recordable disc.

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• The timer indicator lights in the display window. If the indicator blinks, it means that there is no disc loaded, or the disc loaded is not recordable.

• The recorder will record the audio according to the current TV tuner setting (Stereo, Mono or SAP). Use the AUDIO button to set the audio as you want before switching the recorder into standby.

• You must press POWER to stop the timer recording.

Checking Timer Recording Details

Programming can be checked whenever the DVD Recorder is turned on. Press TIMER REC twice.

• Use v / V to select a timer recording.

• Press ENTER to edit the selected program.

Timer Record menu appears.

• Press CLEAR to delete the selected program from the Timer Record List.

Canceling a Timer Recording

You can clear a timer setting anytime before the recording actually starts.

• Use v / V to select a program you want to erase on the Timer Recorder List. If you want to erase the program, press CLEAR.

Stopping a Timer Recording in Progress

After a timer recording has started, you can still cancel the program.

• Press POWER.

Timer Recording Troubleshooting

Even though the timer is set, the recorder will not record when:

• There is no disc loaded.

• A non-recordable disc is loaded.

• Protection is set to ON in the Setup menu

(see page 25).

• There are already 99 titles recorded on the disc.

You cannot enter a timer program when:

• A recording is already underway.

• The time you’re trying to set has already passed.

• There are already 8 timer programs set.

If two or more timer programs overlap:

• The earlier program takes priority.

• When the earlier program finishes, the later program

starts.

• If two programs are set to start at exactly the same time, the program entered first takes priority.

Confirmation is not possible when:

• Protection setting is set to ON.

• There are already 99 titles recorded on the disc.

If the disc is damaged, the recording may not complete successfully. In this case even though the Check field shows “Rec. OK”, it may not be.

Date Start Time Length Ch. Mode

Timer Record

OK Timer Rec List Close

198Min Free

PM 01:2212/15 (Su) - - - - CA 7 LQ

TIMER REC

RETURN

Date Start Time Length Ch. Mode Check

Timer Record List

EDIT Close

RETURN

Delete

CLEAR

12/15 (Su) PM 1:22 30M CA7 LQ Rec. OK 6.5M

RECORDING

Recording from an External Input

Recording from External Components

You can record from an external component, such as a camcorder or VCR, connected to any of the recorder’s external inputs.

Make sure that the component you want to record from is connected properly to the DVD Recorder. See page 18.

Press INPUT repeatedly to select the external input to record from.

• Tuner: Built-in tuner

• AV1: Audio/Video Input mounted on back panel

• AV2: Audio/Video Input mounted on front panel

• DV: DV Input mounted on front panel

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Check that the Audio In settings DV Rec Audio are as you want them. See page 25 .

Load a recordable disc.

Select the recording mode as necessary by pressing REC MODE repeatedly. (HQ, SQ, LQ)

HQ; High Quality, SQ; Standard Quality, LQ: Low Quality

Press REC (z) once.

Recording will start. (The RECORD indicator lights in the display window.)

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Recording continues until you press STOP (x) or the disc is full.

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To record for a fixed length of time, see Instant Timer Recording on page 37.

Press STOP (x) to stop recording.

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If your source is copy-protected using CopyGuard, you will not be able to record it using this recorder. See Copyright on page 8 for more details.

Recording from a Digital Camcorder

You can record from a digital camcorder connected to the DV IN jack on the front panel of this recorder. Using the recorder’s remote, you can control both the camcorder and this recorder. Before recording, make sure that the audio input for the DV IN jack is set up (see page 25).

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• The source signal must be DVC-SD format.

• Some camcorders cannot be controlled using this recorder’s remote.

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If you connect a second DVD Recorder using a DV cable, you cannot control the second DVD from this one.

• You can’t control this unit remotely from a component connected to the DV IN jack.

• You can’t record date and time information from a DV cassette.

Make sure your digital camcorder is connected to the front panel DV IN jack. See page 18.

Check that the DV audio input is as you require.

You can choose between Audio 1 (original audio) and Audio 2 (overdubbed audio).

• DV Input is set from the DV Rec Audio in sub-menu of the Setup menu. See DV Rec Audio on page 25 for more information.

Press INPUT repeatedly to select the DV input.

DV appears in the display window and on the TV screen.

Find the place on the camcorder tape that you want to the recording to start from.

For best results, pause playback at the point from which you want to record.

• Depending on your camcorder, you can use this recorder’s remote to control the camcorder using the STOP, PLAY and PAUSE functions.

Press REC (z) once to start recording.

• Recording is automatically stopped if the recorder detects no signal.

• You can pause or stop the recording by pressing PAUSE or STOP. You cannot control the camcorder from this remote control during recording.

• In Video mode, the final frame of the recording may remain displayed on screen for a while after recording stops.

Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD Players

Most regular DVD players can play finalized discs recorded in Video mode. A small number of players can also play DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode, finalized or not. Check the manual that came with the other player to check what kinds of discs it will play.

Finalizing a Disc

To finalize a disc, refer to “Finalize” on page 26.

Recording from an External Input (Continued)

What is DV?

Using DV, also known as i.LINK, you can connect a DV-equipped camcorder to this recorder using a single DV cable for input and output of audio, video, data and control signals. The i.LINK interface is also known as IEEE 1394-1995.

“i.LINK” and the “i.LINK” logo are trademarks.

• This recorder is only compatible with DV-format (DVC-

SD) camcorders. Digital satellite tuners and Digital VHS video recorders are not compatible.

• You cannot connect more than one DV camcorder at a time to this recorder.

• You cannot control this recorder from external equipment connected via the DV IN jack (including two DVD recorders).

• It may not always be possible to control the connected camcorder via the DV IN jack.

• This recorder only outputs DVD video from the DV IN jack; signals from the built-in TV tuner, CD, Video CD, and other inputs cannot be output.

• Digital camcorders can usually record audio as stereo 16-bit/48kHz, or twin stereo tracks of 12-bit/32kHz. This recorder can only record one stereo audio track. Set DV Rec Audio to Audio 1 or Audio 2 as required (see page 25).

• Audio output from the DV IN jack is 16-bit only.

• Audio input to the DV IN jack should be 32 or 48kHz

(not 44.1kHz).

• Picture disturbance on the recording may occur if the source component pauses playback or plays an unrecorded section of tape, or if the power fails in the source component, or the DV cable becomes disconnected.

• Although DV Rec Audio is set to Audio 2 and Audio 2 signal is not present, DV Rec Audio will be reset to Audio 1 automatically.

DV-Related Messages

You may see the following messages appear on your TV screen when using the DV IN jack.

Not connected to camcorder

The camcorder is not connected properly, or the camcorder is switched off.

Too many devices connected

The DV jack on this recorder supports connection to just one camcorder.

Check the tape

There is no cassette loaded into the connected equipment.

Uncontrollable device

This recorder cannot control the camcorder. Try switching off the camcorder then switching it back on.

Updating Information

Camcorder is updating information for DV.

Camera mode

Camcorder is set to camera mode.

Troubleshooting

If you can’t get a picture and/or audio through the DV IN jack, check the bullet points:

• If the source signal is copy-protected, it will not be output through the DV IN jack.

• Make sure the DV cable is properly connected.

• Try switching off the connected equipment then switch

back on.

• Try switching the audio input.

• Make sure that the Sampling Frequency setting is not

set to 96kHz (see page 22).

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Depending on the connected camcorder, you may not be able to control it using the remote control supplied with this recorder.

EDITING

VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing

Edits you make to the Original content changes the actual content of the disc. For example, if you erase a title or chapter from the Original content (Title/Chapter List), that title or chapter is erased from the disc, freeing up extra recording time. When you edit the Playlist, on the other hand, you are not changing the content of the disc. For example, when you erase a title from the Playlist (Program), you are just telling the recorder not to play that title; nothing is actually erased from the disc.

Titles and Chapters

Titles in the disc’s original content contain one or more chapters. When you insert a Original title into the Playlist (Program), all the chapters within that title also appear. In other words, chapters in the Playlist (Program) behave exactly as chapters on a DVD-Video disc. Adding a title or chapter to the Playlist (Program) creates a new title made up of chapters of an Original title. Erasing a chapter removes chapter of a title from the Original or Playlist (Program).

Caution

• When editing using the Erase, Add and Move functions, the start and end frames may not be exactly as set in the start and end point display.

• During Playlist playback, you may notice a momentary pause between edits. This is not a malfunction.

Adding Chapter Markers

You can put a chapter marker anywhere in a Playlist or Original title during recording or playback. Once the chapter is marked, you can use the Chapter Search feature, as well as Erase, combine and move chapters in the Chapter List or Playlist (Program). You can insert up to 999 chapter markers in both the Original and Playlist contents.

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In Video mode, chapter markers are inserted at regular intervals automatically. You can change this interval from the Initial Setup menu (see Auto Chapter on page 25).

Play the title (Original or Playlist).

At the point you want to start a new chapter, press CHP.MARK.

A chapter marker icon appears on the TV screen.

• You can also put chapter markers in during recording.

Using the Title List

The Title List is where you build and edit your Playlist, and where you can erase titles and make other changes to the Original content of the disc. You can also play individual titles directly from the Title List. The recorder must be stopped in order to edit using the Title List.

Press REC LIST to display the Title List.

• Use the v / V buttons to display the previous/next page if there are more than 6 titles/chapters.

• To exit the Title List, press RETURN.

To switch between the Original (Title/Chapter List) and Playlist (Program) screens, press REC LIST.

The Title List and Program at the top of the screen indicate which you are in.

To view Title List options, select the title you want then press ENTER.

Title List options appears on the left side of the Title List display.

Use v / V to select an option then press ENTER to confirm.

Play: Start playback the select-

ed title. Chapter: Moves Chapter List

screen of the title. (page 42) Title Name: Edits the title

name. (page 42) Delete: Deletes the title from the

Title List. (page 44) Program: Adds the title to the

Program list. (page 43)

Press RETURN repeatedly to exit Title List.

Press DISPLAY to display more detailed title information for selected title.

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