Zenith DVR413 Installation And Operating Manual

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Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty

Model Number | DVR413 |DVD Recorder

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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: LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., 1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 Phone: 1-201-816-2000

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

Model No. DVR413 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.

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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.

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 3

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

DVD Recorder Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11

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

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

Disc-related terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

About Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

• About the symbol display . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

• About the disc symbols for instructions. . . . 7

About DVD-R and DVD-RW discs. . . . . . . . . . . 8

• What are ‘recording modes’? . . . . . . . . . . . 8

• Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape? . 8

• About word ‘Original’ and ‘Playlist’ . . . . . . . 8

About DVD+R and DVD+RW discs . . . . . . . . . . 8

About DVD recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

• Disc types and recording formats, modes,

and settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Notes for recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Restrictions on video recording. . . . . . . . . 10

• What is ‘CPRM’? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

• Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Remote Control Operating Range . . . . . . . . . . 10

Remote Control Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . 10

Reset the DVD Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

• Handling the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

• Cleaning the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

• Handling discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

• Storing discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

• Cleaning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Function Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Remote Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

DVR HOOKUP

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-19

Connecting Antenna/

Cable TV to DVD Recorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Amplifier Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections

to DVD Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Digital Camcorder Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . 19

DVR SETUP

Pre-operation Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-28

Menu Overview and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-23

•Tuning Band Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

• EZ Channel Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

•To Add or Erase Channels from Memory . 21

• Auto Clock Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

• Manual Clock Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• TV Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Display Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Progressive Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Factory Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Display Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Disc Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• Dolby Digital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• DTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• Sampling Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• DRC (Dynamic Range Control). . . . . . . . . 24

•Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Lock (Parental Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26

• Set Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

• Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

• Country Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27

• Record Mode Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

• Record Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

• DV Rec Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

• Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28

• Disc Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

• Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

• Disc Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

• Disc Protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

General Explanation of On-Screen Display. 29-31

•

Displaying Information While Watching TV

. . 29

• Displaying Disc Information on-screen. 29-31

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Table of Contents

PLAYBACK

DVD Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-35

DVD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

• Selecting TITLEs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

• Selecting CHAPTER/TRACKs . . . . . . . . . 32

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

•

Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback

. 32

• Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

• Random. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

• Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

• Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

•Time Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

• Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Marker Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Checking the contents of

DVD Video discs: Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

•Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Disc Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

• Changing the Audio Soundtrack . . . . . . . . 34

• Changing the Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . 35

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

• Subtitles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Instant Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Finding Locations on a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• Last Condition Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

• PIP (Picture-in-Picture). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Audio CD and MP3 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . 36-37

Audio CD or MP3 Disc Playback. . . . . . . . . . . 36

Music menu options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

• Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

• Changing Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

• Repeat Track/All(Folder)/Off . . . . . . . . . . . 37

• Random. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

• 3D Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

• Changing the Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . 37

• Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

• Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Notes on MP3 Recordings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Audio CD and MP3 Programmed Playback. . . 38

JPEG File Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Viewing JPEG Files on a Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

• Skip Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

• Rotate Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

•View Slide Shows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

• Notes or JPEG Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

RECORDING

Basic Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Basic Recording from TV channels . . . . . . . . . 40

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Checking Timer Recording Details . . . . . . . . . 41

Canceling a Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Stopping a Timer Recording in Progress . . . . . 41

Timer Recording Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . 41

Recording from External Input . . . . . . . . . . 42-43

Recording from External Devices . . . . . . . . . . 42

Recording from a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . 42

What is DV? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

•DV-Related Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

•Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

EDITING

Title List and Chapter List Menu . . . . . . . . 44-48

Using the Title List-Original menu . . . . . . 44

Using the Chapter List-Original menu . . . 44

Using the Title List-Playlist menu . . . . . . 45

Using the Chapter List-Playlist menu . . . 45

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

• Deleting a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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

Using the Title List menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Using the Chapter List menu . . . . . . . . . 47

Using the Title List menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Using the Chapter List menu . . . . . . . . . 48

Title and Chapter Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49-55

Titles, Chapters and Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Changing Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Making a New Playlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist 50

Deleting a Title/Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Undoing/Redoing the Last Delete . . . . . . . . . . 52

Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . 53

Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Protect a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Hide a Title/Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Divide One Title Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Clean-up Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Overwrite Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Viewing Title List menu displayed on other

DVD Recorders or Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Playing your recordings on other

DVD players (Finalizing a Disc). . . . . . . . . . . . 56

REFERENCE

Language Code List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Country Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote .

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-61

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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.

+RW

Video

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DVD Recorder Overview

Recordable Discs

DVD-RW (Digital Video Disc - ReWritable):

These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc.

DVD-R (Digital Video Disc - Recordable):

These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD-R, you cannot record on it or edit it.

DVD+RW (Digital Video Disc + ReWritable):

These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc.

DVD+R (Digital Video Disc + Recordable):

These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD+R, you cannot record on it or edit it any more.

otes

– This Recorder cannot record CD-R or CD-RW discs. – DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW and CD-R/RW discs record-

ed 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 or 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)

Audio CD (8 cm/12 cm disc)

In addition, this unit can play DVD-R/DVD-RW discs; DVD+R/DVD+RW discs; CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, MP3 files, or JPEG files; and kodak picture CDs.

otes

– 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.

–

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 play back” 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

Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally fixed by software manufacturers. As this unit plays DVDs 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. Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be played on the unit.

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DVD Recorder Overview (Continued)

Disc-related terms

Title (DVD only)

The main film content, 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 (Audio CD only)

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

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, or at that time.

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.

Many functions provided on 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 applicable to the disc loaded.

DVD-R/RW with Video recording mode

DVD-RW with VR recording mode DVD+R disc DVD+RW disc DVD-Video disc Audio CDs MP3 CDs JPEG CDs

The finalized DVD disc is a DVD-Video disc

JPEG

MP3

DVD

+RW

Video

+RW+RVR

Video

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DVD Recorder Overview (Continued)

About DVD-R and DVD-RW discs

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

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

• Not playable on regular DVD players

• Recordings can be extensively edited

•Total number of titles on the disc should be less than

99.

Video mode recording

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

• Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)

• Limited editing features

•Total number of titles on the disc should be less than

99.

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DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording on DVD-R/RW and 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+R and DVD+RW discs

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.

DVD+RW mode recording

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

• Playable on regular DVD players (finalization)

• The edited contents is playable on regular DVD players only after finalizing

• Recordings can be edited the title/chapter

•Total number of titles on the disc should be less than

99.

DVD+R mode recording

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

• Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)

• Any edited contents are not be compatible on regular DVD players. (Hide, chapter combine, added chapter mark, etc.)

• Limited title/chapter editing features

•Total number of titles on the disc should be less than

99.

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DVD Recorder Overview (Continued)

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 outages, 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 five different kinds of DVD discs: pre-recorded DVD-Video discs, DVD-RW, DVDR, 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 (VR) 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 them 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.

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 27 (Disc Format) 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-Original menu 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).

• Overwrite recording is available using DVD+RW discs.

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

DVD+RW +RW Video format DVD+RW Playback, limited Recording, Title/Chapter Editing

DVD+R +R Video format DVD+R

Playback, limited Recording, limited Title/Chapter Editing

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DVD Recorder Overview (Continued)

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.

• Recording equipment should be used only for lawful copying and you are advised to check carefully what is lawful copying in the area in which you are making a copy. Copying of copyright material such as films or music is unlawful unless permitted by a legal exception or consented to by the rights owner.

• 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.

Remote Control Operation Range

Point the Remote Control at the remote sensor and press the buttons.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Remove the battery cover on the rear of the Remote Control, and insert two R03 (size AAA) batteries with and

matched correctly.

Caution

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

Resetting the DVD Recorder

If you observe any of the following symptoms...

 The unit is plugged in, but the power will not turn on

or off.

 The front panel display is not working.  The DVD Recorder is not operating normally.

...you can reset the DVD Recorder as follows:

 Press and hold the POWER button for at least five

seconds. This will force the unit to power off. Press the POWER button again to turn the unit back on.

 Unplug the power cord, wait at least five seconds,

and then plug it in again.

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DVD Recorder 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.

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.

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Front Panel

>/M

Go to NEXT chapter/track.

Press and hold for two seconds for a fast forward search during playback.

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 or OFF. Lights up red when the Recorder is in standby mode.

REC (z)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly

to set the recording time.

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 two seconds for a fast reverse search during playback.

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.).

INPUT 2 (S-VIDEO IN)

Connect the S-Video output of an external source (TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.).

DV INPUT

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

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Function Display Window

DVD A

SVCD -RW

-+RW TITLE TRK CHP SAP ST HQ SQ LQ EQ REC

ST Indicates a stereo broadcast is being received.

Disc type indicators

Indicates the type of disc loaded.

Character indicators

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

REC The Recorder is recording.

Indicates that the Recorder is timer

recording or that a timer recording is

programmed.

HQ, SQ, LQ, EQ

Indicates recording mode.

SAP Indicates that an SAP BILINGUAL

broadcast is being received.

TITLE Indicates

current title number

TRK Indicates current track number.

CHP Indicates current chapter number.

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Remote Control Key Functions Overview

POWER

Turns the Recorder ON and OFF.

PIP

Turns PIP function on and off.

0-9 numerical buttons

Selects numbered options in a menu.

INPUT

Selects the source to use for recording

(Tuner, AV1, AV2 or DV IN).

AUDIO

Selects an audio language (DVD) or an

audio channel (CD).

SUBTITLE

Selects subtitle languages.

ANGLE

Selects a DVD camera angles,

if available.

REC (z)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set

the recording time.

REC MODE

Selects the recording mode:

HQ, SQ, LQ, or EQ.

TIMER REC

Displays Timer Record menu.

CLEAR

Removes a track number on the

Program List or a mark on the

Marker Search menu.

ZOOM

Enlarges DVD video image.

INSTANT SKIP

Skips 15 seconds forward on the disc

(about the length of a typical TV

commercial).

TITLE

Displays the disc’s Title menu, if

available.

THUMBNAIL

Selects a thumbnail picture for the

current title and chapter for use in the

Original and Playlist menu.

CHP ADD

Inserts a chapter marker when playing/

recording a VR mode DVD-RW disc.

MARKER

Marks any point during playback.

Displays Marker Search menu.

PROGRAM

Add the track to the Program List.

OPEN/CLOSE (Z)

Opens and closes the disc tray.

TV Control Buttons

POWER: Turns the TV on and off. INPUT: Selects the TV’s source. CH +/–: Selects TV’s channel. VOL +/–: Sets TV’s volume. MUTE: Temporarily turns TV sound

OFF, press again to restore.

SKIP (. / >)

Go to next chapter or track. Returns to beginning of current chapter or track or go to previous chapter or track.

SCAN (m / M)

Search backward or forward.

PAUSE/STEP (X)

Pause playback or recording temporarily, press again to exit pause mode.

N (PLAY)

Starts playback.

STOP (x)

Stops playback or recording.

MENU/LIST

Accesses menu on a DVD disc, Title List or Playlist menu.

SETUP

Accesses or removes the Setup menu.

ENTER

- Acknowledges menu selection.

- Displays information while viewing a TV program.

b / B / v / V (left/right/up/down)

Selects an option in the menu.

CH v / V (up/down)

Scans up or down through memorized channels.

DISPLAY

Accesses On-Screen Display.

RETURN (O)

Removes the menu.

3D SURR.

Selects 3D SURROUND during playback.

RANDOM

Plays tracks in random order.

REPEAT

Repeat chapter, track, title, all.

A-B

Repeat sequence.

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Rear Panel Connections

ANT. IN

Connect the 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.

VIDEO IN 1 / AUDIO IN 1 (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 an S-Video Input on TV.

OPTICAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

RF. OUT

Passes the signal from the ANTENNA to your TV/monitor.

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

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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

RF.OUT 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 instructions below: The cable hookup permits both TV and DVD Recorder operation.

To view or record a CATV channel

Tune the TV to the correct video input channel.

2. Set the DVD Recorder channel selector to the output channel 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 20.

Antenna Antenna

Flat Wire

(300 ohm)

300/75 ohm

Adaptor

(Not supplied)

Cable TV

Wall Jack

OR OR

Rear of DVD Recorder

Cable TV Wall Jack

Back Panel of

Typical Cable Box

Rear of DVD Recorder

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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 on your Amplifier, Receiver, Stereo, or audio/video equipment. See “Connecting to an Amplifier” on page

18.

Caution

–

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.

TV Connections

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

RF coaxial connection

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

Video connection

Connect the VIDEO OUT jack from 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 from 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 from 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 from 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 22.

– Progressive scan does not work with the analog video

connection (yellow VIDEO OUT & S-Video jacks).

ANTENNA

INPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

VIDEO INPUT

S-VIDEO

INPUT

Rear of TV

Rear of DVD Recorder

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Amplifier Connections

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 from 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 output. (See “Audio” on page 24).

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.

– 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.

Amplifier (Receiver)

Rear of DVD Recorder

AX O

AUDIO INPUTDIGITAL INPUT

COAXIAL

DIGITAL INPUT

OPTICAL

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Connections (Continued)

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

Connect the input jacks (AV1, AV2) from the DVD Recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your Accessory Component, using audio/video cables.

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If you use the S-VIDEO IN jack on the front panel, the VIDEO OUT jack on the front panel is not available.

Digital Camcorder Connections

Using the front panel DV IN port, 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 port of this Recorder.

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This jack is for connection to DV equipment only. It is not compatible with Digital Satellite Tuners, PCs or D-VHS Video Decks.

VIDEO

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUTPUT

Jack panel of Accessory Component

(VCR, Camcorder, etc.)

Rear of DVD Recorder

Front of

DVD Recorder

S-VIDEO OUTPUT

DV Digital Camcorder

Front of DVD Recorder

IN/OUT

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Pre-operation Setup

Menu Operation

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.

Standard Menu 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.

GENERAL

Tuning Band Select

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use v / V to select the GENERAL option.

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

Use v / V to select the Tuning Band option.

Press B to move to the third level.

Use v / V to select the tuning band option (TV or CATV) then press ENTER.

TV: If you are using a standard antenna to receive channels. CATV: If you are using basic cable to receive channels.

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.

Channel Search:

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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 16.

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use v / V to select the General option.

While the General 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.

“Start” icon is highlighted.

Press ENTER to begin the channel search.

The tuner will automatically cycle through all available channels in the area (cable or antenna) and place them in the tuner’s memory.

Searching 11%

Stop

Tuning Band

EZ Channel Scan

Ch. Add/Del

Clock Set

TV Aspect

Display Mode

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

CATV

Tuning Band

EZ Channel Scan

Ch. Add/Del

Clock Set

TV Aspect

Display Mode

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

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Pre-operation Setup (Continued)

To Add or Erase Channels from Memory

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

Press SETUP.

The Setup menu appears.

Use v / V to select the General option.

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

Use v / V to select the CH. Add/Del option.

Press B to move to the third level.

Edit icon is highlighted.

Press ENTER.

The Channel Edit menu appears.

Use v / V or number buttons to select a channel to add or delete then press ENTER.

Add or Delete icon is highlighted.

Press ENTER to confirm your setting.

Repeat steps 7-8 to add or erase additional channels.

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. If 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.

Delete

Add

Ch. 02

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TVBand

002PBS Ch.

AutoTime Zone

AutoDaylight

Tuning Band

EZ Channel Scan

Ch. Add/Del

Clock Set

TV Aspect

Display Mode

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

Auto

Manual

Edit

Tuning Band

EZ Channel Scan

Ch. Add/Del

Clock Set

TV Aspect

Display Mode

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

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Pre-operation Setup (Continued)

Manual Clock Set

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 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

You can choose:

- 4:3: Select if a standard 4:3 TV is connected.

- 16:9: Select if a 16:9 wide TV is connected.

Display Mode

Display Mode setting works only when the TV Aspect ratio is set to “4:3”.

You can choose:

Letter Box: Displays a wide picture with bands on the

upper and lower portions of the screen.

Pan Scan: Automatically displays the wide picture on

the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.

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.

1) Remove any disc from the unit and close the disc

tray. See that “NO DISC” is displayed on the display window.

2) Press STOP 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.

Auto

Manual

- - - -Year

Time

- - - -Date /

- - - - AM:

Tuning Band

EZ Channel Scan

Ch. Add/Del

Clock Set

TV Aspect

Display Mode

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

Tuning Band

EZ Channel Scan

Ch. Add/Del

Clock Set

TV Aspect

Display Mode

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

OFF

16:9

4:3

Tuning Band

EZ Channel Scan

Ch. Add/Del

Clock Set

TV Aspect

Display Mode

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

Pan Scan

Letter Box

Tuning Band

EZ Channel Scan

Ch. Add/Del

Clock Set

TV Aspect

Display Mode

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

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Pre-operation Setup (Continued)

Factory Set

If you need to, you can reset the Recorder to all its factory settings. Select ‘‘Factory Set’’ icon then press ENTER.

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Some options can not be reset. (Rating, Password, and Country Code)

Language

Display Language

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

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 key-in the corresponding 4-digit number according to the language code list on page 57. If you a mistake before pressing ENTER, press b repeatedly to delete one by one and correct it.

SET

Tuning Band

EZ Channel Scan

Ch. Add/Del

Clock Set

TV Aspect

Display Mode

Progressive Scan

Factory Set

Display Menu

Disc Menu

Disc Audio

Disc Subtitle

English

German

French

Spanish

Italian

Chinese

Polish

Other - - - -

Original

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Pre-operation Setup (Continued)

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 if connected to a 2-channel digital stereo

amplifier. The DVD Recorder’s digital audio outputs sound in the PCM 2ch format if 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 if connected to a 2-channel digital stereo

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

Sampling Frequency

If your Receiver or Amplifier is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 48 kHz. If 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. If this choice is made, this unit will pass each type of signal through without any further processing.

DRC (Dynamic Range Control)

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.

Vocal

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

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

Bitstream

PCM

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

Bitstream

OFF

48KHz

96KHz

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

OFF

Setup

Language

Audio

Lock

Recording

Disc

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

OFF

Bitstream

PCM

Dolby Digital

DTS

MPEG

Sampling Freq.

DRC

Vocal

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DVR SETUP

Pre-operation Setup (Continued)

Lock (Parental Control)

Set Password

Changing the 4-digit code

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 Set Password option.

Press B to move to the third level.

If 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.

If 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.

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 6-digit number “210499”.

3. Select “Yes” then press ENTER. The 4-digit password is cleared. Enter a new code as shown left.

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 alternate scenes.

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

Use v / V to select the Rating option.

Press B to move to the third level.

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

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

No Limit: If you select No Limit, 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 alternate scene is available on the disc. The alternate scene must have the same rating or a lower one. If no suitable alternate scene 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.

No Limit 8 (Adult) 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 (Kids)

Set Password

Rating

Country Code

Delete

Change

New Password

Set Password

Rating

Country Code

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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 58.).

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.

If 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.

If 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), EQ (Extend 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 a desired Record Mode (HQ, SQ, LQ or EQ)

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

Record Aspect Ratio

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

Pre-operation Setup (Continued)

Set Password

Rating

Country Code

U S

Rec Mode Set

Rec Aspect

DV Rec Audio

Auto Chapter

4:3

16:9

Rec Mode Set

Rec Aspect

Auto Chapter

DV Rec Audio

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DVR SETUP

Pre-operation Setup (Continued)

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 port. Some digital camcorders have two stereo tracks for audio. One is recorded at the time of shooting; the other is for over-dubbing after shooting. On the Audio 1 setting, the sound that was recorded while shooting is used. On the Audio 2 setting, the over-dubbed sound is used.

Auto Chapter

When recording, chapter markers are put in at the specified interval. You can set this interval to 5 minutes, 10 minutes, or 15 minutes. If you select None, it switches automatic chapter marking off, no separations.

Disc

Disc Format

If you load a completely blank disc, the Recorder will initialize the disc.

DVD-R: The Recorder initializes the disc for Video mode. The recording mode will always be Video mode. DVD-RW: The Recorder initializes the disc for VR mode. DVD+R: The Initialization menu will appear. Select “Yes” then press ENTER. DVD+RW: The Recorder initializes the disc for

DVD+RW mode. Also, you can format the disc from the Setup menu as to the right.

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 Disc Format option.

Press B to move to the third level.

Start icon is highlighted.

Press ENTER.

Disc Format menu appears.

For DVD-RWs, use / B to select a Disc Format Mode (VR Mode or Video Mode) then press ENTER. For DVD+RWs, go to step 8.

Use b / B to select “Ok” then press ENTER.

It takes a few moments to format the disc.

Caution

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

Disc Protect

When recording in DVD+RW / +R disc or VR mode formatted DVD-RW disc, set to ON to prevent accidental recording, editing or deleting of the disc loaded. If you need to unlock the disc to make edits, select OFF.

Audio 1

Audio 2

Rec Mode Set

Rec Aspect

Auto Chapter

DV Rec Audio

Rec Mode Set

Rec Aspect

Auto Chapter

DV Rec Audio

None

5 Min

10 Min

15 Min

Start

Disc Format

Finalize

Disc Label

Disc Protect

Select a Mode

Disc Format

Video ModeVR Mode

All data on the disc will be deleted. Proceed?

Disc Format

Cancel

OFF

Disc Format

Finalize

Disc Label

Disc Protect

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Pre-operation Setup (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 for navigating the disc. This is accessed by pressing MENU/LIST or TITLE.

Caution

After you’ve finalized a disc recording on a DVD-R, DVD-RW, or a DVD+R disc, you can’t edit or record anything else on that disc except on a DVD+RW disc.

Follow steps 1-3 as shown on page 27 (Disc Format).

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 heavily recorded disc can take up to 8 minutes or more to finalize.

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

Disc Label

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 number of characters.

Follow steps 1-3 as shown Disc Format on page

27.

Use v / V to select the Disc Label 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.

• Alphabet Capital: Switches the keyboard to upper case

characters.

• Alphabet Small: Switches the keyboard to lower case characters.

• Symbols: Switches the keyboard to symbol characters.

• OK: Select to finish.

•Cancel: Select to exit the menu.

• Space: Inserts a space at the cursor position.

• Delete: Deletes the previous character at the

cursor position.

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

Remote control buttons for entering a name

N (PLAY): Inserts a space at the cursor position. X (PAUSE/STEP): Deletes the next character from the cur-

sor position.

x (STOP), CLEAR: Deletes the previous character at the

cursor position.

. / >: Moves cursor to left or right. Numbers (0~9): Enters the character of corresponding

location on the selected column.

MENU/LIST, DISPLAY: Switches the keyboard type

(Alphabet Capital, Alphabet Small, Symbols)

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

Press SETUP to exit the menu.

Finalize

Unfinalize

Disc Format

Finalize

Disc Label

Disc Protect

Do you want finalization?

Finalize

Cancel

Edit

Disc Format

Finalize

Disc Label

Disc Protect

0123456789

6 (1.6)

ABCDEFGH I J

KLMNOPQRST

UVWXY Z

DVD-RW

Alphabet Capital

OK Cancel Space Delete

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DVR SETUP

Pre-operation Setup (Continued)

Overview for the 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.

Displaying Information While Watching TV

While viewing the TV channels, press ENTER or DISPLAY to display/remove the information displayed on-screen.

e.g., when a DVD-RW in VR mode is inserted.

Disc Information On-screen Display

You can display various information about the disc loaded on-screen.

Press DISPLAY repeatedly to display/change the information displayed on-screen.

To remove the On-Screen Display, press DISPLAY repeatedly until it disappears.

See the descriptions on the following pages for detailed explanations of displays as a disc is playing.

Recorder Status Icon Displays

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, examples shown the following pages.

 If no button is pressed for 20 seconds, the On-Screen

Display will disappear.

Ch. 04DVD-RW

STEREO

VR Mode SQ 1H 32M Free

2004/06/22 11:35 AM

Indicates disc name and format.

Indicates channel number, audio signal

received by the tuner.

Indicates the record mode,

free space, and elapsed

time on progress bar.

Indicates current date and time.

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Pre-operation Setup (Continued)

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, 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

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

1/6

4/26

0:10:30

OFF

3D SUR.

1/3

5.1CHD

Shows the current

title/chapter number

and total number of

titles/chapters.

Shows the Current mode.

Shows the elapsed playing time

and total time.

Disc Information On-screenDisplay (Continued)

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, channel number, and changes the setting.

Shows the current subtitles language, and

changes the setting.

Shows the current sound mode, and

changes the setting.

Selection Method

b/ B

,or

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

,or

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

1/6

4/26

0:10:30

OFF

3D SUR.

2CHD

0:06:32 / 2:12:10

TITLE

20/08

ORG SQ

Shows the title name,

recording date,

recording mode, etc.

ORG: Original

PList: Playlist

Shows the Current mode.

Shows the elapsed playing time

and total time.

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DVR SETUP

Pre-operation Setup (Continued)

Video

TITLE : 1/17

CHAPTER : 3/28

0:06:32 / 2:12:10

TITLE

20/08

0:06:32 / 2:12:10

Shows the title name,

recording date,

recording mode, etc.

Shows the Current mode.

Shows the elapsed playing time

and total time.

Menu Options

Title Number

Chapter Number

Time Search

Digital Audio Output Mode

Subtitle Language

Angle (Video Mode only)

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, channel number, and changes the setting.

Shows the current subtitles language, and

changes the setting.

Shows the current angle number, 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

Numbers, ENTER

b/ B

1/6

4/26

0:10:30

OFF

3D SUR.

2CH

1. STEREO D

Disc Information On-screenDisplay (Continued)

1/1

+RW

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DVD Operation

DVD Playback

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.

After turn on the Recorder, press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to open the disc tray.

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

Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to close the tray.

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

If a menu is displayed

A menu may be displayed first after loading a DVD that 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/LIST to return to the menu display.

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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 25).

– 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).

General Features

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

TITLE Selection

If 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.

CHAPTER Selection

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

 Press SKIP (. or >) briefly during playback to

select the next chapter or to return to the beginning of the current chapter.



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



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

Then, enter the chapter number using the numbered buttons (0-9) or press b / B.

1. Press SCAN (m or M) during playback.

The Recorder will enter SEARCH mode.

2. Press SCAN (m or M) to select the required speed: b (Reverse play), mX2, mX4, mX8,

mX16, mX100 (backward) or MX2, MX4, MX8, MX16, MX100 (forward).

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

Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback

1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback.

The Recorder will enter PAUSE mode.

2. You can advance or back up the picture frame-byframe by pressing b / B repeatedly during PAUSE

mode.

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

You can advance the picture frame-by-frame by pressing PAUSE/STEP (X) repeatedly on the Remote

Control.

+R+RWVR

Video

DVD

+R+RWVR

Video

DVD

+R+RWVR

Video

DVD

1/4

4/26

+RWVR

Video

DVD

1/6

DVD

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PLAY BACK

DVD Operation (Continued)

General Features (Continued)

Slow Motion

1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback.

The Recorder will enter PAUSE mode.

2. Press SCAN (m or M) during PAUSE mode.

The DVD Recorder will enter SLOW mode.

3. Use the SCAN (m or M) to select the required speed: t 1/16, t 1/8, t 1/4, or t 1/2 (backward), or T 1/16, T 1/8, T 1/4, or T 1/2 (forward).

4. To exit Slow Motion mode, press N (PLAY).

Random

1. Press RANDOM during playback.

The unit automatically begins Random Playback and “RANDOM” appears on the TV screen.

2. To return to normal playback, press RANDOM until “NORMAL” appears on the TV screen.

By pressing SKIP > during Random playback, the unit selects another title and resumes Random playback.

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This function only works with DVD Karaoke discs.

Repeat

DVD Discs - Repeat Chapter/Title/All/Off

Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.

• Chapter: repeats the current chapter.

• Title: repeats the current title .

• All: repeats the all titles on the disc.

(VR mode DVD-RW disc only)

• OFF: does not play repeatedly.

Repeat A-B

To repeat a sequence in a title:

1. Press A-B at your chosen starting point.

Repeat icon and ‘A-’ appears on the TV screen.

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

Repeat icon and ‘A-B’

appears on the TV screen, and the

repeat sequence begins.

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

Time Search

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

1. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The OnScreen Display 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” display 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.

+R+RWVR

Video

DVD

0:10:30

+R+RWVR

Video

DVD

A - B

+R+RWVR

Video

DVD

Chapter

Karaoke DVD

+R+RWVR

Video

DVD

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DVD Operation (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 activate the Zoom function.

Each press of the ZOOM button changes the TV display in the sequence shown below. x1 size → x2 size → x4 size → x1 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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The Zoom function may not work for some DVDs.

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 the 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 (O).

To clear Marked Scenes

1. Press SEARCH during playback or in Stop mode.

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 “Yes” then press ENTER.

5. Repeat steps 2-4 to erase additional Marked scene.

6. To remove the Marker Search menu, press

RETURN (O).

Reviewing 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/LIST. 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 language and subtitle options, and chapters for the title.

Disc Menu

1. Press MENU/LIST.

The disc menu is displayed.

2. To remove the disc menu, press MENU/LIST again.

Camera Angle

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

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

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

The ANGLE indicator will blink on the TV screen at scenes recorded at different angles to indicate that other angles are available on the disc.

Changing the Audio Soundtrack

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

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Some discs feature both Dolby Digital and DTS soundtracks. There is no analog audio output when DTS is selected. To listen to the DTS soundtrack, connect this Recorder to a DTS decoder via one of the digital outputs. See page 18 for connection details.

DVD

5.1CHD

1. ENG

DVD

1/3

DVD

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Video

DVD

1/6

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Video

DVD

Delete

CLEAR

CloseSelect

Marker Search

Move

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PLAYBACK

DVD Operation (Continued)

Audio Channel Selection

Press AUDIO then press b / B repeatedly during playback to hear a different audio channel (STEREO, LEFT or RIGHT).

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 3D SURR. then press b / B repeatedly during playback to select “3D SUR.”.

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

Subtitles

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

Instant Skip

Each press INSTANT SKIP skips forward 15 seconds.

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

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 for a disc

if you switch off the Recorder before commencing to play the disc.

PIP (Picture-in-Picture)

This function enables you to view the stored stations in the sub picture during playback.

Turning PIP On and Off

Press PIP to switch on the sub picture, press PIP again to switch it off.

Input source selection for sub picture

Press INPUT to select the input source for the sub picture. Each time INPUT is pressed, each input source available for the sub picture is displayed as shown below. Tuner

→

AV1→AV2

Program selection for sub picture

Use v / V to change the program if sub picture’s input source is Tuner. The selected program number is displayed on the TV screen. You can view the

selected program by pressing STOP (x).

Sub picture position change

Press b / B repeatedly until desired position is achieved. The sub picture moves clockwise or counterclockwise.

Zoom Sub picture

Press ZOOM repeatedly to enlarge the sub picture, the magnification level increases up to three steps.

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Video

DVD

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Video

DVD

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DVD

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3D SUR.

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Audio CD and MP3 Operation

Audio CD or MP3 Disc Playback

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 page 37.

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 N (PLAY).

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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You can view either TV channels or a video input source by pressing INPUT repeatedly. If you want to return to the Music menu, press MENU/LIST.

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You can switch between the Track List and Program List menus by pressing MENU/LIST.

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On the Music-MP3 CD menu, press SCAN (m or M) to move to the previous or next page.

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On CDs with mixed content (audio tracks, MP3 files, and JPEG files), you can select among the Music-Audio CD menu, Music-MP3 CD menu, and Photo CD menu by pressing TITLE repeatedly.

To stop playback at any other time, press STOP (x).

Music menu options

1. To display menu options, select a track (or folder) on the menu then press ENTER.

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

Music-Audio CD menu options

Play: Starts playback the selected

track. Program Add: Adds the track(s) to

Program List. (page 38)

Music-MP3 CD menu options

• If you select a track.

Play: Starts playback the selected

track. Program Add: Adds the track(s) to

Program List. (page 38) Folder: Displays the folder list on

the disc. View All: Displays all MP3 files on

the disc.

• If you select a folder.

Open: Displays sub-folders and

MP3 files only in the folder. Program Add: Adds all track(s) in

the folder to Program List. (page 38) Folder: Displays the folder list on

the disc. View All: Displays all MP3 files on

the disc.

MP3

0:52:16

Duration

TRACK 1 04:47

TRACK 2

04:01 03:01 03:30 04:24 05:01 03:48 04:09 05:10 04:11

TRACK 3 TRACK 4 TRACK 5 TRACK 6 TRACK 7 TRACK 8 TRACK 9 TRACK 10

Title

Program

Mark

MARKER

Select LIST

Music

- Audio CD

Music

00:00

152 Items

FOLDER 01

FILE 2.mp3

FILE 1.mp3

FILE 3.mp3 FILE 4.mp3 FILE 5.mp3 FILE 6.mp3 FILE 7.mp3 FILE 8.mp3 FILE 9.mp3 FILE 10.mp3

Program

Mark

MARKER

Select LIST

- MP3 CD

Play

Program Add

Play

Program Add

Folder

View All

Open

Program Add

Folder

View All

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PLAYBACK

Audio CD and MP3 Operation (Continued)

Pause

1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback.

2. To return to playback, press N (PLAY) or press

PAUSE/STEP (X) again.

Track Selection

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Press SKIP . 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 . 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 on the Track List.

Repeat Track/All(Folder)/Off

Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.

• TRACK: repeats the current track.

• ALL (CD): repeats the all tracks on the disc.

• FOLDER (MP3): repeats the all tracks in the current

folder.

• OFF (No display): does not play repeatedly.

Random

1. Press RANDOM during playback or in Stop mode.

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

2. To return to normal playback, press RANDOM repeatedly until “RANDOM” disappears from the menu display.

By pressing SKIP > during Random playback, the unit selects another track and resumes Random playback.

3D Surround

This unit can produce 3D Surround effects, that simulate multi-channel audio playback from two conventional stereo speakers, instead of the five or more speakers normally required to listen to multi-channel audio from a Home Theater System.

Press 3D SURR. during playback to select “3D SUR”.

2. To turn the 3D Surround effect off, press 3D SURR. until “3D SUR” disappears from the menu display.

Changing the Audio Channel

Press AUDIO repeatedly to hear a different audio channel (stereo, left, or right).

1. Press SCAN (m or M) during playback.

The Recorder will enter SEARCH mode.

2. Press SCAN (m or M) to select the required speed: mX2, mX4, mX8 (backward) or MX2, MX4, MX8 (forward).

Search speed and direction are indicated on the menu display.

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

Repeat A-B

To repeat a sequence in a track:

1. Press A-B at your chosen starting point.

Repeat icon and ‘A’ appears on the menu screen.

2. Press A-B again at your chosen ending 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.

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 “DirectCD” 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.

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Audio CD and MP3 Programmed Playback

The Program function enables you to store your favorite tracks from any disc in the Recorder memory. Program can contain 99 tracks (Audio CD) or 256 tracks (MP3).

Insert an Audio CD or MP3 disc.

Audio CD or MP3 CD menu will appear.

Use v / V to select a track (or folder).

Selecting multiple tracks (folders)

a. Press MARKER.

A check mark appears on the track or folder. Press MARKER again to cancel the marked track or folder.

b. Repeat step 1 to mark additional tracks (folders).

Press ENTER.

The options appear on the left side of the menu.

Use v / V to select the “Program Add” option then press ENTER.

Repeat steps 2-4 to place additional tracks on the Program list.

Press MENU/LIST to display Program List menu.

You can switch between the Track List and Program List menus by pressing MENU/LIST.

Use v / V to select the track you want to start playing on the Program List menu.

On the Music-MP3 CD menu, press SCAN (m or M) to move to the previous or next page.

Press N (PLAY).

Playback begins in the order in which you programmed the tracks. Playback stops after playing the last programmed track on the Program List.

Program List menu options

1. To display menu options, select a track on the Program List menu then press ENTER. The menu options appear on the left side of the menu.

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

Play: Playback begins in the order in which you programmed the tracks from the selected track.

Move: Moves the track(s) to change the program order.

Delete: Deletes the track(s) from the Program List menu.

Delete All: Deletes all tracks from the Program List menu.

Repeat Programmed Tracks

Press REPEAT repeatedly during playback to select a desired repeat mode.

• TRACK: repeats the current track.

• ALL : repeats the all tracks on the Program list.

• OFF (No display): does not play repeatedly.

Erasing a Track from the Program List

1. Select the track to erase from the Program List.

Use the MARKER button to select multiple tracks.

2. Press ENTER. The menu options appear on the left side of the menu.

3. Select ‘Delete’ option then press ENTER. The selected track is removed from the Program List.

Use “Delete All” option to remove all tracks.

Changing Track Order in the Program List

1. Select the track you wish to move.

Use the MARKER button to select multiple tracks.

2. Press ENTER. The menu options appear on the left side of the menu.

3. Select ‘Move’ option then press ENTER. A yellow bar appears in the Program List.

4. Use v / V to move the yellow bar to the desired location, then press ENTER. The selected track is moved.

Save Your Program List

This Recorder automatically 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.

MP3

0:52:16

Duration

TRACK 5 04:24

TRACK 2

04:01 04:09 03:30 04:47 04:11 03:48 05:01 03:01 05:10

TRACK 8 TRACK 4 TRACK 1 TRACK 10 TRACK 7 TRACK 6 TRACK 3 TRACK 9

Title

Program

Mark

MARKER

Select LIST

Music

- Audio CD

Music

00:00

152 Items

FILE 3.mp3

FILE 20.mp3

Program List

FILE 9.mp3 FILE 2.mp3 FILE 14.mp3 FILE 8.mp3 FILE 5.mp3 FILE 10.mp3 FILE 13.mp3 FILE 7.mp3

Program

Mark

MARKER

Select LIST

- MP3 CD

Play

Move

Delete

Delete All

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PLAYBACK

Viewing JPEG Files

The Recorder can play discs with JPEG files. Before playing JPEG files, read “Notes on JPEG Files” below right.

Insert a disc and close the tray.

The Photo menu appears on the TV screen.

Use vVbBto select a folder, then press ENTER.

A list of files in the selected folder appears.

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If the icon appears on the Photo menu, it means you cannot view those JPEG files.

Use vVbBto select a file, then press ENTER.

The options appear on the left side of the menu.

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If you are in a file list and want to return to the Folder list, use the v / V buttons on the remote to highlight

the icon and press ENTER.

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You can select TV channels or a video input source by pressing INPUT repeatedly. If you want to return to the Photo menu, press MENU/LIST.

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On the Photo menu, press SKIP (. or >) to move to the previous or next page.

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On CDs with mixed content (audio tracks, MP3 files and JPEG files), you can select among the AUDIO CD menu, MP3 CD menu, and Photo CD menu by pressing TITLE repeatedly in Stop mode.

Use v / V to select “Full View” option then press ENTER.

To stop viewing at any time, press STOP.

The Photo menu reappears.

Skip Images

While viewing a picture, press SKIP (. or >) once to advance to the next file or return to the previous file.

Rotate Images

Use v / V while viewing a picture to flip the picture clockwise or counterclockwise.

View Slide Shows

1. Select the “Slide Show” option on the Photo menu.

2. Press ENTER.

The Slide Show menu appears.

3. Use vVbBto set the options.

Object: Selected file or All files. Speed: Sets the speed for Slide Show (Slow, Normal, or Fast)

4. Select the Start option then press ENTER to start the

Slide Show.

5. Press STOP to stop the Slide Show and returns to

the Photo menu.

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Use the MARKER button to select multiple files.

Notes on JPEG Files

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Depending on the size and number of JPEG files, it may take several minutes for the Recorder to read a disc’s content. If you don’t see an On-Screen Display after several minutes, some of the files are too big — reduce the resolution of the JPEG files to less than 4 mega pixels and burn another disc.

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The total number of files and folders are not restricted but the total number of files on the folder should be less than 999.

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Some discs may be incompatible due to different recording formats or the condition of the discs.

 If you are using software such as “Easy CD Creator”

to burn JPEG files on a CD-R, ensure that all selected files have the “.jpg” or “.jpeg” extension before copying them into the CD layout.

 If the files have “.jpe” extensions, please rename

them as “.jpg” or “.jpeg” files.

 File names without the “.jpg” or “.jpeg” extension

cannot be read by this Recorder, even though the files are shown as JPEG image files in Windows Explorer

JPEG

JPEG File Operation

Select

MARKER

Mark

Photo

JPEG Folder 01

Folder 02

Folder 03 Folder 04

Folder 05

Folder 08

Folder 06 Folder 07

Start

Object

Speed

Slide Show

Cancel

All

Normal

Photo

JPEG

Select

MARKER

Mark

4/20

File 03.jpg

90 90 Stop Hide

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Basic Recording

Basic Recording from TV channels

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's input source 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, EQ)

Recordable time: HQ (High Quality); Approx. 1 hour SQ (Standard Quality); Approx. 2 hours LQ (Low Quality); Approx. 4 hours EQ (Extended Quality); Approx. 6 hours

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

Changing TV Audio Channel

You can select the audio channel (language) to listen to by pressing AUDIO while viewing a TV program (Stereo, SAP, Mono). The current audio channel is displayed on-screen.

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

Press REC (z) once.

Recording will start. (The REC 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.

To Pause the Recording

1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) to pause the disc during

recording.

2. When you want to continue recording, press

PAUSE/STEP (X).

To record one TV program while watching another

Using the TV, select the channel to be viewed during 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 channels).

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

Recording starts after the first press. Each additional press increases the recording time by 10 minutes within the available free space. The recording time is displayed on the TV screen. At the end of the recording, the DVD Recorder will stop recording and shut off.

Instant Timer Recording Menu

Checking the Recording Time

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

To Extend the Recording Time

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

Each additional press increases the recording time by 10 minutes within the available free space.

Caution

If the Recorder is unplugged (or there is a power failure) while the Recorder is recording, the recording will be lost.

Continue

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RECORDING

Timer Recording

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

Press TIMER REC.

The Timer Record menu will appear.

• Ch – Choose a memorized program number, or one of the external inputs from which to record.

• Date – Choose a date up to

1 month

in advance.

• Start Time – Set the recording starting time.

• End Time – Set the recording ending time.

• Mode – Choose a record mode (HQ, SQ, LQ, EQ, or AT). AT (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) – moves the cursor left/right

• v / V (up/down) – changes the setting at the current cursor position

• Press RETURN (O) to exit the Timer Record menu.

• Press ENTER after filling in all the program information.

• 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. Check field’s “Rec. OK” on the Timer Record List indicates that the timer recording is programmed correctly and a recordable disc is inserted.

Press RETURN (O) to exit the Program List.

Make sure that you load a recordable disc and press POWER to switch your unit to Standby.

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• The timer indicator lights in the display window if the Recorder is in standby with the timer active.

•You must press POWER to stop the timer recording.

Reviewing 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 remove 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 remove on the Timer Recorder List. If you want to remove 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.

•Anon-recordable disc is loaded.

• Disc Protect is set to ON in the Setup menu (see page 27).

• Power is turned on.

• There are already 99 titles recorded on the disc.

You cannot enter program for a timer recording if:

•Arecording 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 prog.rams overlap:

• The earlier program takes priority.

• After 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.

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

Date

Start Time

Mode

Timer Record

Enter Timer Rec List Close

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AM 10:20

EndTime

AM 11:209/5 Fr

Ch.

Ch 5 SQ

TIMER REC

Date Start Time Duration Mode Check

Timer Record List

Edit CloseTimer Rec

TIMER REC

Delete

CLEAR

10/4 Sat

Ch.

Ch 5 10:20 am 60M LQ Rec. OK

10/6 MonCh 5 11:20 am 50M HQ Rec. OK

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Recording from an External Input Source

Recording from External Components

You can record from an external A/V device, 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 19.

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

•Tuner: Built-in tuner

•AV1: AUDIO IN 1 / VIDEO IN 1 on back panel

•AV2: INPUT 2 (VIDEO, AUDIO (L/R), S-VIDEO IN) on front panel

•DV: DV IN on front panel

Load a recordable disc.

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

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

Press REC (z) once.

Recording will start. (The REC 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 40.

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 10 for more details.

Recording from a Digital Camcorder

You can record from a digital camcorder connected to the DV IN port 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 port is set up (see page 27).

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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 port.

•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 port. See page 19.

Check that the DV audio input is as you require.

You can choose between Audio 1 (original audio) and Audio 2 ((over-dubbed audio).

• DV Input is set from the DV Rec Audio in sub-menu of the Setup menu. See DV Rec Audio on page 27 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/STEP (X) or STOP (x). 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.

• For timer recording to work properly on this

Recorder, the Digital Camcorder must also be switched on and be operating.

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RECORDING

Recording from an External Input Source (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,

PCs, and D-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 port (including two DVD Recorders).

• It may not be possible to always control the connected Camcorder via the DV IN port.

• Digital Camcorders can usually record audio as stereo 16-bit/48kHz, or twin stereo tracks of 12bit/32kHz. This Recorder can only record one stereo audio track. Set DV Rec Audio to Audio 1 or Audio 2 as required (see page 27).

• Audio input to the DV IN port 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 port.

Not connected to Camcorder

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

Too many devices connected

The DV IN port 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.

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 port, check the bullet points:

• Make sure the DV cable is properly connected.

•Try switching off the connected equipment then switching back on.

•Try switching the audio input.

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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.

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Title List and Chapter List Menu

Using the Title List-Original menu

The Title List-Original is where you build and edit your Playlist, and where you can delete titles and make other changes to the Original content of the disc. You can also play individual titles directly from the Title ListOriginal menu. The Recorder must be in Stop mode in order to edit using the Title List-Original.

Press MENU/LIST repeatedly to display the Title List-Original menu.

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

•To exit the Title List-Original menu, press RETURN (O).

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

Title List-Original options appears on the left side of the menu.

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

Play: Starts playback for the

selected title. Chapter: Moves to Chapter

List-Original menu of the title. (refer to right on this page)

Delete: Deletes the title. (page

51) Protect: Protects accidental

recording, editing or deleting of the title. (page 54)

Edit: Selects Edit options.

•Title Name: Edits the title

name. (page 52)

• Delete Parts: Deletes a part of the Title. (page 51)

• Undo: Un-do the last deletion. (page 52)

• Redo: Re-do the undo action. (page 52)

Playlist: Adds the title to the Playlist. (page 50)

Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit the Title List-Original menu.

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

Using the Chapter List-Original menu

Press MENU/LIST repeatedly to display Title List-Original menu.

Use vVbBto choose the title you want to view the Chapter List-Original menu then press ENTER.

Title List-Original options appears on the left side of the menu.

Use v / V to select ‘Chapter’ from Title ListOriginal options then press ENTER.

Chapter List-Original menu appears on the TV screen.

To view Chapter List-Original options, select the chapter you want then press ENTER.

Chapter List-Original options appears on the left side of the menu.

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

Play: Starts playback of the

selected chapter. Title: Moves to Title List-

Original menu of the chapter. (refer to left on this page)

Delete: Deletes the chapter. (page 51)

Combine: Combines two chapters into one. (page 53)

Playlist: Adds the chapter to the Playlist. (page 50)

Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit Chapter List-Original menu.

Chapter List

Select

Playlist

LIST

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TITLE 1 7/12 Su 30M56S PR-01

Original

Play

Title

Delete

Combine

Playlist

TITLE 1

DVD-RW

1H 5M

Free

7/12