RH7623CW1L_NA2ANN
HDD/DVD
RECORDER
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODEL : NDH-160
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.
Program Playback with Audio CD and
Contents
MP3/WMA file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Viewing a JPEG File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35
Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX file . . . . . .36-37
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10
Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
About the internal hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Card useable on this unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Disc-related terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-43
About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
About HDD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Timeshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Simultaneous recording and playback . . . . . . . .41
Checking Timer Recording Details . . . . . . . . . .42
Recording from an External Input . . . . . . . . . . .42
Recording from DV Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Hookup and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-24
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Connecting to the Aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Connections to Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Connecting to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections . . . .14
Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-24
General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-18
Auto Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Program Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
TV Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Display Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Progressive Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
PBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19
Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Sampling Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
DRC (Dynamic Range Control) . . . . . . . . . .19
Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Lock (Parental Control) Settings . . . . . . . . . .20-21
Rating / Set Password / Area Code . . . . . . .20
DivX Registration Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-22
Record Mode Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Record Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
DV Recording Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
TV Recording Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Disc Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23
Disc Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Finalize / Disc Label / Disc Protect . . . . . . .23
General Explanation of On-Screen Display . . . .24
Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44-50
Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview . . . .44
HDD, VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing . . .45
Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Changing Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Making a New Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist .46
Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter . . .47
Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Sort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Undoing/Redoing the Last Deletion . . . . . . . . . .48
Combining Two Titles Into One . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Divide One Titles Into Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . .49
Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Hide a Chapter/Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Protect a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51-53
Before Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Dubbing from HDD to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Dubbing from DVD to HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
One Touch Copy (HDD to DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . .53
One Touch Copy (DVD to HDD) . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54-59
Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Overwriting Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Viewing Title List menu displayed on other
DVD Recorders or Players . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD
Players (Finalizing a Disc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-57
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-37
Playing a HDD, DVD, DivX file or Video CD .25-28
Playing a DivX Movie File . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29-30
Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file . . . . .31-32
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Introduction
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this
owner’s manual carefully and retain for future
reference.
About the
Symbol Display
“
” may appear on your TV display during
operation and indicates that the function explained in
this owner’s manual is not available on that specific
DVD video disc.
This manual provides information on the operation
and maintenance of your recorder. Should the unit
require service, contact an authorized service location.
Notes on Discs
Symbol Used in this Manual
Handling Discs
The lightning flash symbol alerts you to the
presence of dangerous voltage within the
product enclosure that may constitute a risk of
electric shock.
Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the
disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on
the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc.
The exclamation point alerts you to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance / servicing instructions.
Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the
unit itself or other material damage.
Storing Discs
After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose
the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat and never
leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight.
Note:
Indicates special notes and operating features.
Tip:
Cleaning Discs
Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.
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 out.
A section whose title has one of the following symbols
are applicable only to the disc represented by the
symbol.
HDD Titles recorded on the HDD
VR
-RW
DVD-RW with VR recording mode
DVD-RW with Video recording mode
Video
-RW
+RW DVD+RW disc
-R DVD-R disc
+R DVD+R disc
DVD DVD-Video disc
VCD Video CDs
ACD Audio CDs
DivX DivX files
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine,
thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for older vinyl records.
MP3 MP3 files
WMA WMA files
JPEG JPEG files
Moisture Condensation
Never operate this product immediately after
moving it from a cold location to a warm location.
Leave it for two or three hours without operating it.
If you use this product in such a situation, it may
damage discs/tapes and internal parts.
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Recordable and Playable Discs
DVD-RW (Digital Video Disc - ReWritable):
ꢀ DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording.
ꢀ These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again
on the same Disc.
[VR mode]
ꢀ Recordings can be extensively edited
ꢀ Playable only on VR mode compatible players (after finalization)
[Video mode]
ꢀ Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)
ꢀ Limited editing features
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-R discs can be only formatted to Video mode.
ꢀ Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)
ꢀ Limited editing features
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.
ꢀ Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalization)
ꢀ The edited contents are playable on DVD+RW compatible players only after finalization
ꢀ Recordings can be edited the title/chapter
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.
ꢀ Playable on DVD+R compatible players (after finalization)
ꢀ Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R compatible players. (Hide, chapter combine,
added chapter mark, etc.)
ꢀ Limited title/chapter editing features.
DVD+R DL (Digital Video Disc + Recordable; Double Layer)
ꢀ These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD+R DL, you cannot record on it or
edit it any more.
ꢀ Storage space is nearly doubled with double layer DVD+R media, allowing consumers to record up
to 8.5GB of video on a single DVD+R disc.
ꢀ Playable on DVD+R DL compatible players (after finalization)
ꢀ Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R DL compatible players. (Hide, chapter
combine, added chapter mark, etc.)
ꢀ Limited title/chapter editing features.
The recommendable recordable DVD discs
DVD-R
SONY (8x, 16x)
TDK (4x, 8x)
Verbatim (4x, 8x)
Panasonic (2x, 4x)
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DVD+R
SONY (2.4x, 4x, 8x, 16x)
TDK (4x)
DVD-RW
Victor (1x, 4x)
Maxell (1x, 2x, 4x)
TDK (2x)
Mitsubishi (2x)
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DVD+RW
SONY (2.4x)
TDK (2.4x)
Philips (4x)
Ricoh (2.4x)
HP (2.4x, 4x)
DVD+R(DL)
Mitsubishi (2.4x)
Maxell (2.4x)
Mitsubishi (4x, 8x)
Ricoh (2x, 4x, 8x)
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Note:
If a DVD-RW/DVD+RW discs is recorded using a personal computer or other DVD recorder, you cannot format the disc using this recorder.
So if you want to use the disc on this recorder, you must format the disc using the original recorder.
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Playable Discs
DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)
ꢀ Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented
Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc)
ꢀ VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format
Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)
ꢀ Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchased
CD-R/CD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc)
ꢀ
CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, DivX, MP3, WMA, or JPEG files.
Notes:
– Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment 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.
– Depending on the recording software & the finalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW or DVD R/RW) may
not be playable.
– DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD Recorder
may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt 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.)
Regional code of the recorder and DVDs
This recorder is designed and manufactured for playback of Region 4 encoded DVD software. The
region code on the labels of some DVD discs indicates which type of the recorder can play those discs.
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This unit can play only DVD discs labeled 4 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.
Notes on DVDs and Video CDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and Video CDs may be intentionally fixed by software manufacturers. As
this unit plays DVDs and Video CDs according to disc content designed by the software manufacturer, some
playback features of the unit may not be available or other functions may be added.
Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs and Video CDs. Some DVDs made for business purposes
may not be played on the unit.
Remote Control Operation
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.).
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About the internal hard disk
drive
The internal hard disk drive (HDD) is a fragile piece of
equipment. Please use the recorder following the
guidelines below to protect against possible HDD
failure.
Card useable on this unit
ꢀ Secure Digital Card (SD)
ꢀ Multi Media Card (MMC)
ꢀ Memory Stick (MS)
ꢀ Compatible with: FAT 12, FAT 16, or FAT 32
ꢀ Only use the memory cards recommended above.
We recommend that you back up your important
recordings onto DVD discs in order to protect against
accidental loss.
Regarding Write Protect
For cards that have a write protect switch, if the switch
is on it will not be possible to write, erase or format
the card.
ꢀ Do not move the recorder while it is on.
ꢀ Install and use the recorder on a stable, level
surface.
Inserting/Removing the Memory Card
Inserting the card: Insert straight-in until it fits into
place.
ꢀ Do not block the rear vent/cooling fan.
ꢀ Do not use the recorder in excessively hot or humid
places, or in places that may be subject to sudden
changes in temperature. Sudden changes in
temperature can cause condensation to form inside
the recorder. This can be a cause of HDD failure.
Removing the card: Withdraw the card carefully.
Notes:
ꢀ Keep the memory card out of reach of children. If
swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.
ꢀ A memory card may not be used for this recorder
ꢀ Do not extract the memory card in operating
(play, copy, move, etc.).
ꢀ While the recorder is switched on, do not unplug
from the wall socket or switch the electricity off from
the breaker switch.
ꢀ Do not move the recorder immediately after
switching it off. If you need to move the recorder,
please follow the steps below:
Using Memory Card
1. Insert a memory card.
1. After the message OPERATE OFF is shown in
the display, wait at least two minutes.
2. Press HOME on the remote control.
3. Select [MEMORY CARD] option then press
ENTER.
2. Unplug from the wall socket.
3. Move the recorder.
ꢀ If there’s a power failure while the recorder is on
there is a chance that some data on the HDD will
be lost.
ꢀ The HDD is very delicate. If used improperly or in
an unsuitable environment, it is possible that the
HDD will fail after a few years of use. Signs of
problems include playback unexpectedly freezing
and noticeable block noise (mosaic) in the picture.
However, sometimes there will be no warning signs
of HDD failure.
4. Select the [TV(HDD)], [MUSIC], or [PHOTO]
option.
Details for the options are on page 17.
If the HDD fails, no playback of recorded material
will be possible. In this case it will be necessary to
replace the HDD unit.
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PBC: Playback Control (Video CD only)
Playback control is available for Video CD (VCD)
version 2.0 disc formats. PBC allows you to interact
with the system via menus, search functions, or other
typical computer-like operations. Moreover, still
pictures of high resolution can be played if they are
included in the disc. Video CDs not equipped with
PBC (Version 1.1) operate in the same way as audio
CDs.
Disc-related terms
DVD +R (Double Layer)
Double layer recording technology offers two
recordable layers on a single DVD disc, providing
nearly double the capacity of 4.7GB single layer
DVDs. The greatest, most valuable benefit of double
layer recording technology is increased capacity.
Storage space is nearly doubled with double layer
DVD+R media, allowing consumers to burn up to
8.5GB of video on a single DVD+R disc.
Title (DVD video discs only)
A title is generally a distinct section of a DVD disc. For
example the main feature could be title 1, a
documentary describing how the film was made could
be title 2, and cast interviews could be title 3. Each
title is assigned a reference number enabling you to
locate it easily.
DVD R / DVD RW
DVD -R and DVD +R are two different standards for
recordable DVD drives and discs. This format allows
information to be recorded onto the DVD disc only
once. DVD +RW and DVD -RW are two standards for
re-writable media, meaning the DVD content can be
erased and re-recorded. Single-sided discs can hold
4.38 Gigabytes and double-sided discs hold twice as
much.
Chapter (DVD video discs only)
A chapter is a segment of a title such as a scene in a
film or one interview in a series. Each chapter is
assigned a chapter number, enabling you to locate the
chapter you want. Depending on the disc, chapters
may not be recorded.
VCD (Video CD)
A VCD holds up to 74 minutes (650 MB disc) or 80
minutes (700 MB disc) of MPEG-1 full-motion video
along with quality stereo sound.
Scene (VCD)
On a video CD with PBC (playback control) functions,
moving pictures and still pictures are divided into
sections called “scenes”. Each scene is displayed in
the menu screen and assigned a scene number,
enabling you to locate the scene you want. A scene is
composed of one or several tracks.
MPEG
MPEG is an international standard for video and audio
compression. MPEG-1 is used in encoding video for
VCD and provides for multichannel surround sound
coding such as PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, MP3 and
MPEG audio.
Track
A distinct element of audiovisual information, such as
the picture or sound track for a specific language
(DVD), or a musical piece on a video or audio CD.
Each track is assigned a track number, enabling you
to locate the track you want. DVD discs allow one
track of video (with multiple angles) and several tracks
of audio.
MP3
MP3 is a popular compression format used for digital
audio files that yields very high near-CD quality.
WMA
Windows media audio file. A type of coding / decoding
developed by Microsoft Corp.
JPEG
Joint Pictures Expert Group. JPEG is a compressed
file format that allows you to save images with no limit
on the number of colors.
DivX
DivX is the name of a revolutionary new video codec
which is based on the new MPEG-4 compression
standard for video.You will be able to play DivX
movies using this recorder.
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Front Panel
a b c d e
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aOPERATE button
Switches the recorder ON or OFF.
: Indicates when the recorder is in timer
recording or a timer recording is programmed.
: Indicates clock, total playing
time, elapsed time, title number, chapter/track
number, channel, etc.
bHDD/DVD
Set the recorder’s mode to HDD or DVD.
cN / X (PLAY / PAUSE)
Starts playback.
jRemote Sensor
Point the recorder remote control here.
Pause playback or recording temporarily,
press again to exit pause mode.
kINPUT 2 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right))
Connect the audio/video output of an external
source (Audio system, TV/ Monitor, VCR,
Camcorder, etc.).
dx (STOP)
Stops playback or recording.
ez (REC)
lINPUT 2 (S-VIDEO IN)
Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the
recording time.
Connect the S-Video output of an external source
(TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.).
fCH (V/v)
mDV IN
Scans up or down through memorized channels.
Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.
gDisc Tray
nMEMORY CARD Slot
Insert a disc here.
Insert a memory card (SD/MMC/MS).
hOPEN/CLOSE (Z)
Opens or closes the disc tray.
iDisplay window
Shows the current status of the recorder.
T/S: Indicates the timeshifting mode.
REC: The recorder is recording.
HDD: The recorder is HDD mode.
DVD: The recorder is DVD mode.
HDD b B DVD: The recorder is dubbing.
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Remote Control
CHP ADD: Inserts a chapter
SCAN (m / M): Search
marker when playing/recording.
backward or forward.
CLEAR: Removes a track number
on the Program List or a mark on
the Marker Search menu.
SEARCH: Displays Marker Search
menu.
SETUP: Accesses or removes the
DISPLAY: Accesses On-Screen
Setup menu.
Display.
SKIP (. / >): Go to next
chapter or track. Returns to
beginning of current chapter or
track or go to previous chapter or
track.
DUBBING: Copies DVD to HDD
(or HDD to DVD).
ENTER
- Acknowledges menu selection.
- Displays information while
viewing a TV program.
STOP (x): Stops playback or
recording.
HOME: Accesses or removes the
SUBTITLE: Selects a subtitle
HOME menu.
language.
I.SKIP (INSTANT SKIP): Skips 15
seconds forward on the disc
(about the length of a typical TV:
commercial).
THUMBNAIL: Selects a thumbnail
picture for the current title and
chapter for use in the Original and
Playlist menu.
MARKER: Marks any point during
TIMER REC: Displays Timer
playback.
Record menu.
MENU/LIST: Accesses menu on a
DVD disc. Switches between Title
List-Original and Title List-Playlist
menu.
TIMESHIFT: Activates pause live
TV/playback (timeshift) for a live
TV program.
TITLE: Displays the disc’s Title
OPEN/CLOSE (Z): Opens and
menu, if available.
closes the disc tray.
ZOOM: Enlarges DVD video
OPERATE: Switches the recorder
image.
ON or OFF.
PAUSE/STEP (X) : Pause
playback or recording temporarily,
press again to exit pause mode.
0-9 numerical buttons: Selects
numbered options in a menu.
PIP: Selects PIP function on or off.
3D SURR.: Selects 3D
SURROUND during playback.
N (PLAY): Starts playback.
RANDOM: Plays tracks in random
b / B / v / V (left/right/up/down):
Selects an option in the menu.
v / V (up/down): Scans up or
down through memorized
channels.
order.
REC (z): Starts recording. Press
repeatedly to set the recording
time.
REC MODE: Selects the recording
mode (HQ, SQ, LQ or EQ).
A-B: Repeat sequence.
ANGLE: Selects a DVD camera
angle, if available.
REPEAT: Repeat chapter, track,
title, all.
AUDIO: Selects an audio
language (DVD) or an audio
channel (CD).
RETURN (O)
- Removes the menu.
- Displays the menu of a video CD
with PBC.
AV: Changes the input to use for
recording (Tuner, AV1-2, or DV
IN).
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Hookup and Settings
Rear Panel
a b c d
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h
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aAERIAL
jAUDIO IN 1 (Left/Right)
Connect the aerial to this terminal.
Connect the audio output of an external source
(Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).
bAUDIO OUT (Left/Right)
Connect to a TV with audio inputs.
kVIDEO IN 1
Connect the video output of an external source
(Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).
cVIDEO OUT
Connect to a TV with video inputs.
lCOAXIAL (Digital audio out jack)
dCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT/PROGRESSIVE
SCAN (Y Pb Pr)
Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.
Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.
eS-VIDEO OUT
Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.
fOPTICAL (Digital audio out jack)
Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.
gCooling fan
hAC Power Cord
Plug into the power source.
iRF. OUT
Passes the signal from the AERIAL to your
TV/monitor
Rear of TV
Connecting to the Aerial
Aerial
SCART INPUT
VIDEO
INPUT
ANTENNA
INPUT
AUDIO INPUT
Remove the aerial cable plug from your TV set and
insert it into the aerial socket at the back of the
recorder. Plug one end of the aerial cable into the TV
socket on the recorder and the other end into the
aerial input socket on your TV set.
R
L
R
RF coaxial connection
Connect the RF. OUT jack on the recorder to the
aerial input jack on the TV using the 75-ohm Coaxial
Cable supplied (R). The RF. OUT jack passes the
signal through from the AERIAL jack.
Rear of the recorder
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Video connection
Connections to Your TV
Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the recorder to the
video in jack on the TV using the video cable (V).
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Make one of the following connections, depending
on the capabilities of your existing equipment.
S-Video connection
Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the recorder to the
S-Video in jack on the TV using the S-Video cable (S).
Tips
ꢀ
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.
Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR,
Stereo System or other devices as necessary to
make the best connections.
Component Video connection
Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/
PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks on the recorder to the
corresponding input jacks on the TV using an Y Pb Pr
cable (C).
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Progressive Scan connection
Caution
If your television is a high-definition or “digital ready”
television, you may take advantage of the recorder’s
progressive scan output for the highest video
resolution possible. If your TV does not accept the
Progressive Scan format, the picture will appear
scrambled if you try Progressive Scan on the recorder.
– Make sure the recorder is connected directly to the
TV. Tune the TV to the correct video input channel.
– Do not connect the recorder’s AUDIO OUT jack to
the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio
system.
– Do not connect your recorder via your VCR. The
DVD image could be distorted by the copy
protection system.
Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/
PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks on the recorder to the
corresponding in jacks on the TV using the Y Pb Pr
cable (C).
Rear of TV
Notes:
VIDEO
INPUT
S-VIDEO
INPUT
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Set the Progressive to [ON] on the setup menu for
progressive signal, see page 18.
AUDIO INPUT
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
Pr
R
L
Y
Pb
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Progressive scan does not work with the analog
video connections (yellow VIDEO OUT jack) or
S-VIDEO connection.
Caution
Once the setting for Progressive Scan output is
entered, an image will only be visible on a
A
V
C
S
Progressive Scan compatible TV or monitor. If you set
Progressive Scan to ON in error, you must reset the
recorder. First, remove the disc in the recorder. Next,
press STOP (x) 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.
Audio (Left/Right) Connection
Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the
recorder to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV
using the audio cables (A). Do not connect the
recorder’s AUDIO OUT jack to the phono in jack
(record deck) of your audio system.
Rear of the recorder
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Connecting to an Amplifier
Rear of the recorder
Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two
channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll/
Pro Logic
Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks on the
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)
A
X
O
1. Connect one of the 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.
L
R
COAXIAL
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL
AUDIO INPUT
DIGITAL INPUT
2. You will need to activate the recorder’s digital
output. (See “Audio Settings” on page 19).
Amplifier (Receiver)
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 recorder (MPEG 2,
Dolby Digital and DTS). Check the receiver manual
and the logos on the front of the receiver.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc.
Caution:
Due to the DTS Licensing agreement, the digital
output will be in DTS digital out when DTS audio
stream is selected.
Notes:
–
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
connection 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.
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Connecting a Digital Camcorder
Accessory Audio/Video (A/V)
Connections
Using the front panel DV IN jack, it is possible to
connect a DV digital camcorder and digitally transfer
DV tapes to DVD.
Connecting to the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2
Jacks
Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV
in/out jack of your DV camcorder to the front panel DV
IN jack of this recorder.
Connect the input jacks (AV1, AV2) on the recorder to
the audio/video out jacks on your accessory
component, using audio/video cables.
Note:
Note:
This jack is for connection to DV digital camcorder
only. It is not compatible with digital satellite tuners or
D-VHS video decks.
If you use the S-VIDEO IN jack on the front panel, the
VIDEO IN jack on the front panel is not available.
Jack panel of Accessory Component
(VCR, Camcorder, etc.)
S-VIDEO
OUTPUT
DV Digital Camcorder
DV
IN/OUT
AUDIO
OUTPUT
OR
R
L
VIDEO
OUTPUT
OR
Front of the recorder
Rear of
Front of
the recorder
the recorder
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6. Use v / V to select the desired setting then press
ENTER to confirm your selection.
Using the Home Menu
Some items require additional steps.
From the Home Menu screen you can access all the
Media (HDD, DISC, MEMORY CARD) for playback
and recording of the recorder.
7. Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
Note:
1. Press HOME to display the Home Menu screen.
Press b to go back to the previous level.
2. Use the v / V and ENTER buttons to select a
media you want. Options appears.
General Settings
3. Use the v / V and ENTER buttons to select the
option you want.
Auto Programming
This recorder is equipped with a frequency
synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 88 TV
channels.
Preparation:
ꢀ Connect the recorder to the desired type of aerial,
as shown in Connecting to the Aerial on page 11.
4. To exit the HOME menu, press HOME.
ꢀ TV (HDD): Returns to live TV viewing for HDD
recording.
ꢀ TV (DVD): Returns to live TV viewing for DVD
recording.
ꢀ TITLE LIST: Displays the Title List menu.
1. Select the [Auto Programming] option.
ꢀ MOVIE: Plays back the movie of the DVD-Video,
Video CD. Or Displays Movie menu.
2. Press B to move to the third level.
[Start] icon is highlighted.
ꢀ MUSIC: Displays Music (or Audio CD) menu.
3. Press ENTER to begin the channel search.
The tuner will automatically cycle through all
available channels in the area and place them in
the tuner’s memory.
ꢀ PHOTO: Displays Photo menu.
Initial Settings
In this menu system, there are several ways to
customize the settings provided. Most menus consist
of three levels to set up the options, but some require
greater depth for the variety of settings.
Note:
After you have connected your recorder for the very
first time. If you press SETUP for initial setting, you
can only set the [Auto Programming] option. Then you
can set the other options.
General Operation
1. Press SETUP and the Setup menu appears.
2. Use v / V to select the desired option.
3. While the desired item is selected, press B to
move to the second level.
4. Use v / V to select the second desired option.
5. Press B to move to the third level.
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Program Edit
Program Edit
You can perform a search to select and store TV
channels manually.
When you select [Program Edit] in step 4 above, the
display for setting channels appears.
You can edit a channel manually (add, delete, name,
move, etc.).
1. Select [Program Edit] option then press B.
1. Use b / B to select the item and press v / V to
change the setting.
PR
07
Seek
Ch.
C 7
MFT
0
OK
ꢀ
ꢀ
[PR] indicates the selected programme position.
2. Press ENTER while [Edit] is selected.
The Program List menu appears.
[Seek] Searches for a channel automatically.
Searching stops when the recorder tunes in a
channel.
ꢀ
ꢀ
[Ch.] Changes the channel number.
[MFT] Fine tunes the channel to obtain a clearer
picture.
2. Choose OK then press ENTER to confirm the
setting and returns to the Program List menu.
3. Use v / V to select a PR number then press
ENTER.
4. Use v / V to select the program option then press
ENTER.
ꢀ
[Program Edit] Sets the channel manually. See
“Program Edit” on the right.
ꢀ
[Station Rename] Changes the station name.
The display for entering characters appears.
To enter characters, see page 48.
ꢀ
ꢀ
[Move] Sorts the programme positions on the
Program List. Press v / V to move the selected
programme position to a new location.
[Delete] Disables a programme position you do
not need.
5. Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit Program
List menu.
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Clock Set
Display Mode
Selects how to display a wide picture on the screen
when [4:3] is selected in [TV Aspect].
1. Select [Clock set] option then press B.
ꢀ [Letter Box] Displays a wide picture with bands on
the upper and lower portions of the screen.
ꢀ [Pan Scan] Automatically displays a wide picture on
the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do
not fit.
2. 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.
3. Press ENTER to confirm your setting, then press
SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
TV Aspect
Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3
standard or wide).
ꢀ [4:3] Select this when connecting to a 4:3 screen
TV. When you select [4:3], set [Display Mode]
below.
ꢀ [16:9] Select this when connecting to a wide-screen
TV or TV with a wide mode function.
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Progressive Scan
Initialization
Progressive Scan Video provides the highest quality
pictures with less flickering.
If you are using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/
PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks, but are connecting the
recorder to a standard (analog) television, set
Progressive Scan to [OFF].
You can reset the recorder to its original factory
settings and initialize the HDD or Memory Card.
ꢀ [Factory Set] If you need to, you can reset the
recorder to all its factory settings. Some options
cannot be reset. (Rating, Password, and Area
Code)
If you are using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/
PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks for connection to a TV
or monitor that is compatible with a progressive scan
signal, set Progressive Scan to [ON].
ꢀ [HDD format] Initializes the HDD (Hard Disk Drive):
everything recorded on the HDD will be erased.
ꢀ [M/C format] Initializes the M/C (Memory Card):
everything recorded on the Memory Card will be
erased.
1. Select [Initialization] option then press B.
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
recorder. First, remove the disc in the recorder. Next,
press STOP (x) 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.
2. Press v / V to select the desired option then press
ENTER.
The confirm message will appear.
3. Use b / B to select [Yes] or [No] then press
ENTER.
Language Settings
Display Menu
PBC
Select a language for the Setup menu and on-screen
display.
PBC stands for Playback Control and refers to special
menus and navigation features that are available on
some Video CDs.
ꢀ [ON] Video CDs are played according to the PBC, if
available.
ꢀ [OFF] Video CDs are played the same way as Audio
CDs.
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Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle
Sampling Frequency
If your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable of
handling 96 kHz signals, select [48 kHz]. When this
choice is made, this unit will automatically convert any
96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode
them.
If your receiver or amplifier is capable of handling
96 kHz signals, select [96 kHz]. When this choice is
made, this unit will pass each type of signal through
without any further processing.
ꢀ [Original]Refers to the original language in which
the disc was recorded.
ꢀ [Other] To select another language, press number
buttons then ENTER to enter the corresponding
4-digit number according to the language code list
in the reference chapter (see page 55). If you enter
the wrong language code, press CLEAR.
ꢀ [Off](for Disc Subtitle) : Turn off Subtitle.
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.
Audio Settings
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 / DTS / MPEG
ꢀ [Bitstream]: Select “Bitstream” if you connect the
recorder’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to an amplifier
or other equipment with a Dolby Digital, DTS or
MPEG decoder.
Vocal
Set Vocal to [ON] only when a multi-channel karaoke
DVD is playing. The karaoke channels on the disc will
mix into normal stereo sound.
ꢀ [PCM] (for Dolby Digital / MPEG): Select when
connected to a two-channel digital stereo amplifier.
DVDs encoded in Dolby Digital or MPEG will be
automatically downmixed to two-channel PCM
audio.
ꢀ [Off] (for DTS): If you select “Off”, the DTS signal is
not output through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack.
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Set Password
Lock (Parental Control) Settings
Rating
Some movies contain scenes that may not be suitable
for children to view. Many of these discs contain
parental control information that applies to the
complete disc or to certain scenes on the disc. Movies
and scenes are rated from 1 to 8, depending on the
area. DVD video discs may or may not respond to the
parental control setting if the Area code of the disc is
set wrongly. Some discs offer more suitable scenes as
an alternative. Ratings are area dependent. The
parental control feature allows you to block access to
scenes below the rating you input, thereby preventing
your children from being able to view material you
believe is unsuitable.
1. Select [Set Password] option then press B.
2. Follow step 2 as shown “Rating”.
To change the password, select the [Change],
press ENTER and input the new 4-digit code then
press ENTER. Input it again to verify.
To delete the password, select [Delete] then press
ENTER.
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.
1. Select [Rating] option then press B.
2. To access the Rating, Password and Area Code
features, you must input the 4-digit security code
you created.
Area Code
Enter the code of an area whose standards were used
to rate the DVD video disc, referring to the list (See
“Area Codes”, page 55.).
If you have not yet entered a security code you
are prompted to do so. Input a 4-digit code and
press ENTER. Enter it again and press ENTER to
verify. If you make a mistake before pressing
ENTER, press CLEAR.
3. Select a rating using the v / V buttons.
[1] - [8]: Rating one (1) has the most restrictions
and rating eight (8) is the least restrictive.
[No Limit]: If you select [No Limit], parental control
is not active and the disc plays in full.
4. Press ENTER to confirm your rating selection,
then press SETUP to exit the menu.
1. Select [Area Code] option then press B.
2. Follow step 2 as shown “Rating”.
Note:
If you set a rating for the recorder, all disc scenes with
the same rating or lower are played. Higher rated
scenes are not played unless an alternate scene is
available on the disc. The alternative must have the
same rating or a lower one. If no suitable alternative is
found, playback stops. You must enter the 4-digit
password or change the rating level in order to play
the disc.
3. Select the first character using the v / V
buttons.
4. Shift the cursor using B buttons and select the
second character using v / V buttons.
5. Press ENTER to confirm your area code selection,
then press SETUP to exit the menu.
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DivX
Recording Settings
DivX Registration Code
We provide you the DivX® VOD (Video On Demand)
registration code that allows you to rent and purchase
videos using the DivX® VOD service. For more
Record Mode Set
You can set the picture quality for recording;
HQ (High Quality), SQ (Standard Quality),
LQ (Low Quality), EQ (Extend Quality).
1. Select [DivX Reg. Code] option then press B.
2. Press ENTER while [View] is selected and the
registration code will appear.
1. Select [Rec Mode Set] option then press B.
2. Use v / V to select a desired Record Mode (HQ,
SQ, LQ or EQ).
3. Use the registration code to purchase or rent the
videos from Divx® VOD service at
3. Press ENTER to confirm your selection, then
press SETUP to exit the menu.
download the video onto a disc for playback on
this unit.
Record Aspect
When DVD recording, you can set the recording
aspect ratio to suit the material you’re recording (16:9
or 4:3).
Note:
All the downloaded videos from DivX® VOD can only
be played back on this unit.
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DV Recording Audio
Disc Settings
You need to set this if you have a camcorder using
32kHz/12-bit sound connected to the front panel DV
IN jack.
Some digital camcorders have two stereo tracks for
audio. One is recorded at the time of shooting; the
other is for overdubbing after shooting.
On the Audio 1 setting, the sound that was recorded
while shooting is used.
Disc Format
If you load a completely blank disc, the recorder will
initialize the disc.
DVD-R: The recorder initialize the disc to Video mode.
The recording mode will always be Video mode.
DVD-RW: The recorder initialize the disc to VR
mode.
On the Audio 2 setting, the overdubbed sound is
used.
DVD+R (DL): The Initialize menu will appears.
Select “Yes” then press ENTER.
DVD+RW: The recorder initialize the disc to
DVD+RW mode.
Also, you can reformat the DVD-RW/DVD+RW from
the Setup menu as below.
TV Recording Audio
When TV recording with bilingual, you can choose
audio channel to record.
[Main+Sub] Main language and Sub language
[Main] Main language only
1. Select [Disc Format] option then press B.
2. Press ENTER while [Start] is selected.
Format Disc menu appears.
[Sub] Sub language only
3. Use b / B to select a desired mode (VR Mode or
Video Mode) then press ENTER.
Confirm message will appear.
For DVD+RWs, go to step 4.
4. Use b / B to select [Ok] then press ENTER.
It takes a few moments to initialize the disc.
Auto Chapter
When recording in Video mode, chapter markers are
put in specified setting. You can change this interval to
5 minutes, 10 minutes or 15 minutes. If you select
[None], switch off automatic chapter marking
altogether with the [None] setting.
Caution
If you want to change the disc format, everything
recorded on the disc will be erased.
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Finalize
Disc Label
Finalizing ‘fixes’ the recordings in place so that the
disc can be played on a regular DVD player or
computer equipped with a suitable DVD-ROM drive.
Finalizing a Video mode disc creates a menu screen
for navigating the disc. This is accessed by pressing
MENU/LIST or TITLE.
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 recorder, you will
see only a limited character set.
Caution
Once you have finalized a DVD-R and DVD+R disc,
you cannot edit or record anything else on that disc
except DVD+RW. However, you can record and edit a
DVD-RW disc by choosing [Unfinalize] option.
1. Select [Disc Label] option then press B.
2. Press ENTER while [Edit] is selected.
Keyboard menu appears.
To enter characters, see page 48.
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].
1. Select [Finalize] option then press B.
2. Press ENTER while [Finalize] is selected.
Finalize menu appears.
3. Select [Ok] then press ENTER.
The recorder starts finalizing the disc.
Note:
ꢀ 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.
ꢀ DVD+R DL disc can take up to 30 minutes to
finalize.
Tips
ꢀ If you load a 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.
ꢀ You cannot unfinalize a DVD-R and DVD+R disc.
ꢀ If [Disc Protect] option is set to [ON], the finalize is
not available. To finalize, set [Disc Protect] option to
[OFF].
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Displaying Disc Information on-screen
You can display various information about the disc
loaded on-screen.
General Explanation of
On-Screen Display
This manual gives basic instructions for operating the
recorder. Some DVDs require specific operation or
allow only limited operation during playback. When
1. Press DISPLAY once to show current status.
Example: DVD-RW in VR mode
this occurs, the symbol
appears on the TV screen,
indicating that the operation is not permitted by the
recorder or is not available on the disc.
2. Press DISPLAY once again to show various
playback information.
Displaying Information While Watching TV
During viewing the TV, press ENTER or DISPLAY
to display/remove the information displayed
on-screen.
The items displayed differ depending on the disc
type or playing status.
e.g., when DVD-RW in VR mode is inserted.
Indicates channel number, station name, and audio
signal (STEREO, MONO) received by the tuner.
Indicates operational mode of the recorder.
(HDD, DVD, VCD, etc.)
Indicates the record mode,
free space, and elapsed
time progress bar.
3. You can select an item by pressing v / V and
change or select the setting by pressing b / B.
For details about each item, see the pages in
parentheses.
Indicates disc name
and format.
ꢀ [Title]: Current title (or track) number/total
number of titles (or tracks) (page 25)
ꢀ [Chapter]: Current chapter number/total number
of chapters (page 25)
ꢀ [Time]: Elapsed playing time (page 26)
ꢀ [Audio]: Selected audio language (DVD VIDEO
only) or audio channel (page 27)
ꢀ [Subtitle]: Selected subtitle (page 28)
ꢀ [Angle]: Selected angle/total number of angles
(page 27)
ꢀ [Sound]: Selected sound mode (page 28)
Note:
If no button is pressed for 10 seconds, the on-screen
display disappears.
Indicates current date and time.
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ꢀ
Unless stated otherwise, all operations described
use the remote control. Some features may also be
available on the Setup menu.
Playback
Playing a HDD, DVD, DivX file or
Video CD
VR
Moving to another TITLE HDD -RW
Video
-RW
+RW
-R
+R
DVD DivX
Playback Setup
When a disc has more than one title, you can move to
another title as follows:
ꢀ Turn the TV on and select the video input source
connected to the recorder.
ꢀ
Press DISPLAY twice 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.
ꢀ Audio system: Turn the audio system on and select
the input source connected to the recorder.
1. Load your chosen disc in the tray, with the
playback side down.
Moving to another CHAPTER/TRACK
VR
-RW
Video
-RW
+RW
-R
+R
DVD
2. Starts playback using HOME menu (see page 15).
VCD
If a menu screen is displayed
When a title on a disc has more than one chapter or a
disc has more than one track, you can move to
another chapter/track as follows:
The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a
DVD or Video CD which contains a menu.
DVD
ꢀ
Press SKIP . or > briefly during playback to
select the next chapter/track or to return to the
beginning of the current chapter/track.
Use the b / B / v / V buttons 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
screen.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Press SKIP . twice briefly to step back to the
previous chapter/track.
To go directly to any chapter during DVD playback,
press DISPLAY twice and press v / V to select the
chapter/track icon. Then, input the chapter/track
number or use b / B.
VCD
ꢀ Use the number buttons to select the track you want
to view.
Press RETURN (O) to return to the menu screen.
ꢀ Menu setting and the exact operating procedures
for using the menu may differ depending on the
disc. Follow the instructions on the each menu
screen. You may also set PBC to [OFF] under
Setup menu. See page 18.
VR
Video
-RW
Search HDD -RW
+RW
-R
+R
DVD VCD
1. Press SCAN (m or M) during playback.
2. Press SCAN (m or M) repeatedly to select the
required speed.
3. To stop the playback, press STOP x.
The unit records the stopped point, depending on
the disc. “Xx” appears on the screen briefly.
Press N (PLAY) to resume playback (from the
scene point). If you press STOP (x) again or
unload the disc (“x” appears on the screen.), the
unit will clear the stopped point.
HDD, DVD ; 5 steps (forward and backward)
Video CD; 3 steps (forward and backward)
3. To exit SEARCH mode, press PLAY.
Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame
Playback
1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback. Advance
the picture frame-by-frame by pressing
PAUSE/STEP (X) repeatedly.
Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to remove the disc.
Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to close disc tray or
press OPERATE (1), the disc tray closes
automatically and unit turns off.
Notes:
2. To exit still motion mode, press PLAY.
ꢀ
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 20).
Tip:
You can advance or back up the picture frame-by-
frame by pressing b / B repeatedly during PAUSE
mode.
ꢀ
DVDs may have a Region Code.
The picture frame-by-frame in reverse is not available
for Video CD.
Your recorder will not play discs that have a region
code different from your recorder. The region code
for this recorder is 4 (four).
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VR
Video
-RW
VR
Video
-RW
Slow Motion HDD -RW
+RW
Repeat A-B HDD -RW
+RW
-R
+R
DVD VCD
-R
+R
DVD VCD
To repeat a sequence.
1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback.
1. Press A-B at your chosen starting point. “ A
appears briefly on the TV screen.
”
The DVD player will now go into PAUSE mode.
*
2. Use the SCAN (m or M) to select the required
speed.
2. Press A-B again at your chosen end point.
“A B” appears briefly on the TV screen and the
repeat sequence begins.
DVD, HDD; 4 steps (forward and backward)
Video CD; 3 steps (forward only)
3. Press A-B again to cancel.
3. To exit Slow Motion mode, press PLAY (N).
Note:
During HDD playback, you cannot select a sequence
less than 5 seconds.
Random Karaoke DVD VCD
1. Press RANDOM during playback.
VR
Video
-RW
Time Search HDD -RW
+RW
The unit automatically begins Random Playback
and “RANDOM” appears on the TV screen.
-R
+R
DVD DivX
2. To return to normal playback, press RANDOM until
“NORMAL” appears on the TV screen.
To start playing at any chosen time on the disc:
1. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The time
search box shows the elapsed playing time.
Tip:
2. Press v / V to select the time clock icon
By pressing SKIP > during Random playback, the
unit selects another title (track) and resumes Random
playback.
and “0:00:00” appears.
3. Input the required start time in hours, minutes, and
seconds from left to right.
Notes:
If you enter the wrong numbers, press b B to
/
ꢀ This function only works with DVD Karaoke discs or
video CDs without PBC.
move the under bar (_) to the wrong number. Then
enter the correct numbers.
ꢀ On a Video CD with PBC, you must set PBC to OFF
in the Setup menu to use the Random function. See
page 18.
4. Press ENTER to confirm. Playback starts from the
selected time.
VR
Video
-RW
Zoom HDD -RW
+RW
-R
VR
Video
-RW
Repeat HDD -RW
+RW
-R
+R DVD VCD
+R
DVD VCD
The Zoom function allows you to enlarge the video
image and to move through the enlarged image.
Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.
ꢀ [Chapter] repeats the current chapter. (DVD only)
ꢀ [Title] repeats the current title. (DVD, HDD only)
ꢀ [All] repeats the all titles/tracks on the VR mode
DVD-RW, or Video CD.
1. Press ZOOM during playback or still playback to
activate the Zoom function.
Each press of the ZOOM button changes the TV
screen in the sequence shown below.
x1 size → x2 size → x4 size → x1 size (normal size)
ꢀ [Track]: repeats the current track. (Video CD only)
ꢀ [OFF] does not play repeatedly.
2. Use the b / B / v / V buttons to move through the
Note:
zoomed picture.
On a Video CD with PBC, you must set PBC to [OFF]
in the Setup menu to use the Repeat function. See
page 18.
3. To resume normal playback, press CLEAR or
press ZOOM repeatedly until the normal picture
appears.
Note:
The zoom function may not work for some DVDs.
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Disc Menu DVD
Marker Search
1. Press MENU/LIST.
VR
Video
-RW
HDD -RW
+RW
-R
+R
The disc menu is displayed.
DVD VCD
2. To remove the disc menu, press MENU/LIST
again.
To enter a Marker
You can start playback from up to six memorized
points. To enter a marker, press MARKER at the
desired point on the disc. The Marker icon appears on
the TV screen briefly. Repeat to enter up to six
markers.
Camera Angle DVD
If the disc contains scenes recorded at different
camera angles, you can change to a different camera
angle during playback.
To Recall or Clear a Marked Scene
ꢀ
Press ANGLE then press b / B repeatedly during
playback to select a desired angle.
The number of the current angle appears on the TV
screen.
1. During disc playback, press SEARCH. The marker
search menu appears on the screen.
2. Use b / B / v / V to select a marked scene that
Tip:
you want to recall or clear.
The ANGLE indicator will blink on the TV screen at
scenes recorded at different angles to indicate that
angle switching is possible.
3. Press ENTER and playback starts from the
marked scene. Or, press CLEAR and the marked
scene is erased from the marker search menu.
Changing the Audio Soundtrack DVD
Press AUDIO then press b / B repeatedly during
playback to hear a different audio language or audio
soundtrack if available.
Note:
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 13 for connection details.
Checking the Contents of DVD
Video Discs: Menus
Changing the Audio Channel
VR
Video
-RW
HDD -RW
+RW
-R
+R
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 b / B / v / V
buttons to highlight your selection, then press ENTER.
VCD DivX
Press AUDIO then press b / B repeatedly during
playback to hear a different audio channel (STEREO,
LEFT or RIGHT).
With DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode and HDD
that have both a main and a Bilingual audio channel,
you can switch among Main (L), Sub (R), or
Main+sub (L+R) by pressing AUDIO.
Title Menu DVD
1. Press TITLE.
If the current title has a menu, the menu will
appear on the TV screen. Otherwise, the disc
menu may not appear.
2. The menu may contain camera angles, spoken
language and subtitle options, and chapters for the
title.
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VR
Video
-RW
3D Surround -RW
+RW
-R
Last Condition Memory DVD
+R
DVD VCD DivX
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.
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 multi-
channel audio from a home theater system.
1. Press 3D SURR. then press b / B repeatedly
Notes:
during playback to select [3D SUR.].
– Settings are stored in memory for use any time.
– This recorder does not memorize settings of a disc
if you switch off the recorder before commencing to
play it.
2. To turn off the 3D Surround effect, select
[NORMAL].
Subtitles DVD DivX
VR
PIP (Picture in Picture) HDD -RW
Press SUBTITLE then press b / B repeatedly during
playback to see the different subtitle languages.
Video
-RW
+RW
-R
+R
DVD VCD
This function enables you to view the stored stations
in sub picture during playback.
VR
Video
-RW
Instant Skip HDD -RW
+RW
-R
+R
DVD
Each press I.SKIP skips forward 15 seconds.
In HDD playback or Timeshift mode, each press b / B
skips forward or reverse 5 minutes.
Note:
If
appears, the feature is not available on the disc.
Finding Locations on a Disc VCD
You can directly access any point on a video CD
using this function. Use this function only while a
video CD is playing. Playback jumps to the point
specified.
On and off
Press PIP to switch on the sub picture, press this
button again to switch it off.
1. Press SEARCH during playback.
The progress bar appears on the TV screen.
Input mode selection for sub picture
Press AV to select the input mode for the sub
picture. Each time this button is pressed, each input
mode for the sub picture is displayed as shown
below.
2. Use b / B to find a start position for playback.
3. Press ENTER to confirm the selected position.
Playback starts from the selected position.
Note:
Tuner
→
AV1
→
AV2
This function works only when no marker is
memorized.
Program selection for sub picture
Use v / V to change the program when sub
picture’s input is set to 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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2. Press SETUP. The Setup menu appears.
Press SETUP b [LANGUAGE] b [Disc Subtitle]
then select the language you have found.
Refer to “Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle” on page 19.
Playing a DivX Movie File
The recorder can play Divx files on HDD, CD-R/RW or
DVD R/RW discs. Before playing DivX files, read
“About DivX movie files” on page 30.
Tip:
If the subtitle still does not display properly after the
steps 1-2 proceeded, press and hold SUBTITLE about
3 seconds then press b / B to select another
language code during playback until the subtitle is
displayed properly.
Note:
This recorder cannot play back the DivX file(s) in the
Memory Card.
1. Press HOME.
2. Select a media that contains DivX file(s) then
press ENTER.
Movie menu options
3. Select [MOVIE] option then press ENTER.
The Movie menu appears on the TV screen.
1. Press v / V to select a folder/file on the Movie
menu then press ENTER.
Movie menu options appear.
4. Press v / V to select a folder, and press ENTER.
A list of files in the folder appears. 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
press ENTER.
and
2. Press v / V / b / B to select an option, and press
ENTER.
5. If you want to view a particular file, press v / V to
highlight a file and press PLAY.
ꢀ [Play] Start playback the selected title.
ꢀ [Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in the
folder appears
ꢀ [Delete] Deletes the file(s) or folder(s) from the
media. (HDD only)
You can use variable playback functions. Refer to
pages 25-28.
6. Press STOP to stop the playback. The Movie
menu appears.
ꢀ [Rename] Edits the file name. (HDD only)
(page 36)
ꢀ [Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder or
media. (HDD only) (page 37)
ꢀ [Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder or
media. (page 37)
Notice for displaying the DivX subtitle
Please refer to following notice when the DivX
subtitle does not display properly.
1. Find a suitable language for the DivX subtitle on
the figure below.
Disc Subtitle Language Available DivX Subtitle
Original, English
English
French, German,
Italian, Spanish,
Portuguese
French, German, Italian,
Spanish, Portuguese
Dutch, Swedish
Russian
Russian
Other 6976
Other 7665
Greek
Polish, Hungarian, Czech
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About DivX movie files
DivX disc compatibility with this recorder is
limited as follows:
ꢀ Available resolution size of the DivX file is under
720x576 (W x H) pixel.
ꢀ The file name of the DivX subtitle is limited to
characters.
ꢀ The file name of the DivX subtitle is limited to
characters.
ꢀ The total number of files and folders on the disc
should be less than 1999.
ꢀ If the number of the screen frame is over 29.97
frames per second, this unit may not operate
normally.
ꢀ If the video and audio structure of recorded file
is not interleaved, returns to the menu screen.
ꢀ If the file is recorded with GMC, the unit
supports only 1-point of the record level.
GMC?
*
GMC is the acronym for Global Motion
Compensation. It is an encoding tool specified in
MPEG4 standard. Some MPEG4 encoders, like
DivX or Xvid, have this option.
There are different levels of GMC encoding, usually
called 1-point, 2-point, or 3-point GMC.
Playable DivX file
“.avi”, “.divx”
Playable DivX subtitle
“.smi”, “.srt”,
“.sub (Micro DVD format only)”,
“.txt (Micro DVD format only)”
ꢀ Divx subtitle except those listed above is not
displayed on the TV screen.
Playable Codec format
“DIV3”, “MP43”, “DIVX”, “XVID”, “DX50”
Playable Audio format
“AC3”, “PCM”, “MP2”, “MP3”, “WMA”
ꢀ Sampling frequency: within 8 - 48 kHz (MP3), within
32 - 48kHz (WMA)
ꢀ Bit rate: within 8 - 320kbps (MP3),
32 - 192kbps (WMA)
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Audio CD and Music menu options
Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA
file
1. Press v / V to select a folder/file on the Audio CD
or Music menu then press ENTER.
The menu options appear.
The recorder can play audio CDs and MP3/WMA files
on HDD, Memory Card, CD-ROM, DVD R/RW or
CD-R/RW discs. Before playing MP3/WMA files, read
“About MP3/WMA audio files” on page 32.
1. Press HOME.
The HOME menu appears.
2. Select a media that contains MP3/WMA or audio
title then press ENTER.
3. Select [MUSIC] option then press ENTER.
The Audio CD or Music menu appears on the TV
screen.
2. Press v / V / b / B to select an option, and press
ENTER.
ꢀ [Play] Start playback the selected title.
ꢀ [Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in the
folder appears
ꢀ [Delete] Deletes the file(s) from the media.
ꢀ [Rename] Edits the file name. (page 36)
Audio CD Menu
Music Menu
ꢀ [Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder or
media. (page 37)
4. Use v/V to select a track then press N (PLAY).
Playback starts.
ꢀ [Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder or
media. (page 37)
During playback, the current track’s elapsed
playing time will appear on the front panel display
and menu. Playback will stop at the end of the
disc.
ꢀ [Program Add] Adds the track(s) to Program List.
(page 33)
Tips:
Pause
ꢀ Press DISPLAY to view ID3-Tag information for
the MP3 file. If ID3-Tag information is not
present, “Not Checked” will appear. If you select
a folder, the number of subfolders and number
of MP3/WMA files in the folder are displayed.
Press DISPLAY again to remove the
information screen.
1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback.
2. To return to playback, press N (PLAY) or press
PAUSE/STEP (X) again.
Moving to Another Track
ꢀ If you want to move to the upper directory, use
ꢀ Press SKIP . or > briefly during
playback to go to the next track or to return to the
beginning of the current track.
the v / V to highlight
and press ENTER.
ꢀ You can also display HOME menu to select
another media by pressing RETURN (O).
ꢀ Press SKIP . twice briefly to step back to the
previous track.
5. To stop playback at any time, press STOP.
ꢀ On an Audio CD, to go directly to any track, enter
the track number using the numbered buttons (0-9)
during playback.
Tip:
You can create new folder. Select [New Album] option
on the Music-HDD or Music-Memory Card menu then
press ENTER. “NONAME##” folder is created.
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Repeat
Repeat A-B (Audio CD only)
Audio CDs - Repeat Track/All/Off
To repeat a sequence in a track:
Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.
ꢀ TRACK: repeats the current track.
1. Press A-B at your chosen start point.
Repeat icon and ‘A’ appears on the menu screen.
ꢀ ALL: repeats the all tracks on the disc.
ꢀ OFF (No display): does not play repeatedly.
2. Press A-B again at your chosen end point.
The Repeat icon and ‘A - B’ appears on the menu
screen, and the repeat sequence begins.
MP3/WMA - Repeat Track/Folder/Off
3. To exit the sequence and return to normal play,
press A-B again.
Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.
ꢀ TRACK: repeats the current track.
ꢀ FOLDER: repeats the all tracks in the current folder.
ꢀ OFF (No display): does not play repeatedly.
The Repeat icon disappears from the menu
screen.
About MP3/WMA audio files
Random
MP3 / WMA file compatibility with this recorder is
limited as follows:
ꢀ Sampling frequency: within 8 - 48 kHz (MP3), within
32 - 48kHz (WMA)
1. Press RANDOM during playback or in stop mode.
The unit automatically begins Random Playback
and “RANDOM” appears on the menu screen.
2. To return to normal playback, press RANDOM
repeatedly until “RANDOM” disappears from the
menu screen.
ꢀ Bit rate: within 8 - 320kbps (MP3),
32 - 192kbps (WMA)
ꢀ The recorder cannot read an MP3/WMA file that has
a file extension other than “.mp3” / “.wma”.
Tip:
By pressing SKIP > during Random playback, the
unit selects another track and resumes Random
playback.
ꢀ CD-R physical format should be “ISO 9660” and
“JOLIET”.
3D Surround
ꢀ DVD R/RW physical format should be “ISO 9660
(UDF Bridge format)”.
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 multi-
channel audio from a home theater system.
ꢀ If you record MP3 / WMA files using software that
cannot create a file system (eg. Direct-CD) it is
impossible to playback MP3 / WMA files. We
recommend that you use Easy-CD Creator, which
creates an ISO 9660 file system.
1. Press 3D SURR. during playback to select
[3D SUR].
ꢀ File names should have a maximum of 8 letters and
must incorporate an .mp3 or .wma extension.
2. To turn off the 3D Surround effect, press 3D
SURR. until “3D SUR” disappears from the menu
screen.
ꢀ They should not contain special letters such as / ?
* : “ < > l etc.
Changing the Audio Channel
Press AUDIO repeatedly to hear a different audio
channel (stereo, left or right).
ꢀ The total number of files and folders on the disc
should be less than 1999.
This recorder requires discs and 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 or WMA files) and these require certain pre-
existing conditions (see above) to ensure compatible
playback.
Search (Audio CD only)
1. Press SCAN (m or M) during playback.
The recorder will now go into SEARCH mode.
2. Press SCAN (m or M) repeatedly to select the
required speed (3 steps).
3. To exit SEARCH mode, press N (PLAY).
Customers should note that permission is
required in order to download MP3 / WMA 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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Program List menu options
Program Playback with Audio
CD and MP3/WMA file
1. Press v / V to select a track/file on the Program
List then press ENTER.
Program Playback enables you to make custom
playlists of Audio CD or MP3/WMA tracks. Programs
can contain up to 99 Audio CD tracks or 256
MP3/WMA files.
The menu options appear.
1. Use v / V to select a track/file (or folder) on the
Audio CD or Music menu.
You can select all files and folders on the Music
menu by pressing CLEAR button. To cancel the
selections, press CLEAR again.
Selecting multiple files/tracks (folders)
1. Press MARKER.
2. Use v / V to select an option then press ENTER
A check mark appears on the file/track or
folder. Press MARKER again to cancel the
marked file/track or folder.
to confirm your selection.
ꢀ [Play] Playback begins in the order in which you
programmed the tracks from the selected track.
2. Repeat step 1 to mark additional file/track
(folders).
ꢀ [Delete] Deletes the track(s) from the Program
List menu.
2. Press ENTER.
ꢀ [Move] Moves the track(s) to change the
program order.
The options appear on the left side of the menu.
3. Use v / V to select the [Program Add] option then
ꢀ [Save] Memorizes the program list. (HDD only)
press ENTER.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 to mark additional tracks.
Repeat Programmed Tracks
Note:
Press REPEAT to select the desired Repeat mode.
ꢀ [TRACK] Repeats the current track.
ꢀ [ALL] Repeats all tracks on the Program List.
ꢀ [OFF] Cancels Repeat mode (no display).
If you select a folder for Programmed Playback, all
tracks/files in the folder are added to the Program List.
Erasing a Track from the Program List
1. Select the track you wish to erase from the
Program List. Use MARKER button to select
multiple tracks.
2. Press ENTER. The menu options appears
3. Select [Delete] option then press ENTER.
Changing Track Order in the Program List
5. Use B to move to the Program list.
The programmed track you selected last is
highlighted on the program list.
1. Select the track you wish to move on the Program
List. Use MARKER button to select multiple tracks.
2. Press ENTER. The menu options appears
3. Select [Move] option then press ENTER.
4. Use v / V to move the yellow bar to the desired
location, then press ENTER.
6. Use v / V to select the track you want to start
playing.
7. Press N (PLAY) to start.
Playback stops after playing the last programmed
track in the program list.
Save Your Program List (HDD only)
This recorder memorizes the user program list that
you have programmed.
8. To exit Program Playback and resume normal
playback, select a track on the List and press N
(PLAY).
1. Select a track on the Program List.
The menu options appear.
Tip:
You can access or remove the Program List screen by
pressing MENU/LIST.
2. Select [Save] option then press ENTER.
The Program List is saved in the HDD’s
PROGRAM folder.
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Photo menu options
Viewing a JPEG File
1. Press v / V to select a file on the Program List
then press ENTER.
The recorder can play JPEG files on the CD-R/RW,
DVD R/RW, HDD, or Memory Card. Before playing
JPEG recordings, read “About JPEG image files” on
page 35.
The menu options appear.
You can select all files and folders on the menu by
pressing CLEAR button. To cancel the selections,
press CLEAR again.
1. Press HOME.
The HOME menu appears.
Selecting multiple files (folders)
1. Press MARKER.
2. Select a media that contains JPEG file then press
ENTER.
A check mark appears on the file or folder.
Press MARKER again to cancel the marked file
or folder.
3. Select [PHOTO] option then press ENTER.
The Photo menu appears on the TV screen.
2. Repeat step 1 to mark additional file (folders).
4. Use b / B / v / V to select a folder, 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.
5. Select [Open] option then press ENTER.
A list of files in the selected folder appears.
ꢀ [Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in the
folder appears
6. Use b / B / v / V to select a file, then press
ꢀ [Full Screen] Shows the selected file as full
screen.
ENTER.
The menu options appear on the left side of the
menu.
ꢀ [Delete] Deletes the selected file from the media.
(HDD, Memory Card only)
Tips:
ꢀ [Slide Show] Displays Slide Show menu.
ꢀ If you want to move to the upper directory, use the
ꢀ [Rename] Edits the file name. (page 36) (HDD,
Memory Card only)
v / V to highlight
and press ENTER.
ꢀ You can also display HOME menu to select another
media by pressing RETURN (O).
ꢀ [Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder
(album) or media. (page 37) (HDD, Memory
Card only)
7. Use v / V to select [Full Screen] then press
ENTER.
ꢀ [Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder or
media. (page 37)
The selected image is displayed in full screen.
8. To stop viewing at any time, press STOP.
The Photo menu appears.
Tip:
You can create new folder in the HDD. Select [New
Album] option then press ENTER. “NONAME##”
folder is created.
Skip Images
While viewing a picture, press SKIP (.or >)
once to advance to the next file or return to the
previous file.
Rotate Images
Press ENTER to appear or disappear this menu.
Use v / V while viewing a picture to flip the picture
clockwise or counterclockwise.
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5. Press MARKER to select multiple files.
ꢀ Select [Select All] option to select all tracks then
press ENTER.
View Slide Shows
1. Select [Slide Show] option on the Photo menu
(Refer to “Photo menu options” on page 34).
ꢀ Select [Deselect All] option to deselect all
selected tracks then press ENTER.
ꢀ Select [Cancel] option to exit this menu then
press ENTER.
2. Press ENTER.
The Slide Show menu appears.
6. Use b / B / v / V to highlight [Start] option then
press ENTER.
3. Use b / B / v / V to set the options.
[Object] option:
ꢀ [Selected] Views slide show only selected files.
Use the MARKER button to select multiple files.
ꢀ [All] Views slide show all files.
[Speed] option:
Sets the Slide Show speed to [Slow], [Normal], or
[Fast].
7. Press STOP to stop the Slide Show and return to
the Photo menu.
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.
About JPEG image files
JPEG disc compatibility with this recorder is
limited as follows:
To Pause the Slide Show
1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) to pause slide show.
ꢀ Depending upon the size and number of JPEG files,
it could take a long time for the recorder to read the
files. If you don’t see an on-screen display after
several minutes, some of the files may be too large
— reduce the resolution of the JPEG files to less
than 4M pixels.
2. When you want to continue slide show, press
N (PLAY).
To listen to music while slide show
simultaneously
ꢀ The total number of files and folders on the disc
should be less than 1999.
You can display photo files while listening to
MP3 music files recorded on HDD.
ꢀ Some discs may be incompatible due to a different
recording format or the condition of disc.
1. Select [Slide Show] option on the Photo menu
(Refer to “Photo menu options” on page 34).
ꢀ Ensure that all the selected files have the “.jpg”
extensions when copying into the CD layout.
2. Press ENTER.
The Slide Show menu appears.
ꢀ If the files have “.jpe” or “.jpeg” extensions, please
rename them as “.jpg” file.
3. Select [Simultaneous Music play] option on the
Slide Show menu
ꢀ File names without “.jpg” extension will not be able
to be read by this recorder. Even though the files
are shown as JPEG image files in Windows
Explorer.
ꢀ Progressive and lossless compression JPEG image
files are not supported.
4. Press ENTER.
Simultaneous Music play menu appears.
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Naming a file on the HDD or Memory
Card
Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX
file
These descriptions are MP3 file’s operation for
example, other kind’s files are operated same way.
You can name MP3/WMA files on the HDD or Memory
Card independently. Names can be up to 32
characters long.
Notes:
1. Select a file you wish to rename on the menu.
ꢀ The MP3/WMA, and DivX files on the disc or HDD
cannot be copied or moved to Memory Card.
ꢀ The DivX file(s) in the memory card is not available.
2. Press ENTER.
The menu options appear on the menu.
3. Select [Edit] option then press ENTER.
Edit options appears.
Erasing a file(s)/folder(s) from the HDD
or Memory Card
You can erase MP3/WMA, JPEG or DivX file(s)/
folder(s) on the HDD or Memory Card
1. Select a file you wish to erase on the menu.
You can select all files and folders on the menu by
pressing CLEAR button. To cancel the selections,
press CLEAR again.
Selecting multiple files (folders)
1. Press MARKER.
4. Select [Rename] option then press ENTER.
Keyboard menu appears.
A check mark appears on the file or folder.
Press MARKER again to cancel the marked file
or folder.
To enter characters, see page 48.
2. Repeat step 1 to mark additional file (folders).
2. Press ENTER.
The menu options appear on the menu.
3. Select [Delete] option then press ENTER.
The selected file(s) is deleted from HDD or
Memory Card.
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Copying a file(s) to another media or
folder
Moving a file(s)
You can move a file(s)/folder(s) to another media or
folder. After moving, the file(s)/folder(s) are deleted
from the current location.
You can copy a file(s)/folder(s) to another media or
folder.
1. Follow steps 1-3 as shown left.
1. Select a file you wish to copy on the menu.
You can select all files and folders on the menu by
pressing CLEAR button. To cancel the selections,
press CLEAR again.
2. Press ENTER.
The options appear on the left side of the menu.
3. Select [Move] option then press ENTER.
Move menu will appear.
Selecting multiple files (folders)
1. Press MARKER.
A check mark appears on the file or folder.
Press MARKER again to cancel the marked file
or folder.
2. Repeat step 1 to mark additional file (folders).
2. Press ENTER.
The menu options appear on the menu.
3. Select [Edit] option then press ENTER.
Edit options appears.
4. You can select a album (folder) to move.
4. Select [Copy] option then press ENTER.
Copy menu appears.
1. After selecting a media then press ENTER.
The album (folder) list appears.
2. Select a folder.
Also, you can create new album (folder). Select
[New Album] option on the Move menu then
press ENTER.
“NONAME##” folder is created.
5. Select [Move] option then press ENTER to begin
moving.
5. You can select a album (folder) to copy.
1. After selecting a media then press ENTER.
The album (folder) list appears.
2. Select a folder.
Also, you can create new album (folder). Select
[New Album] option on the Copy menu then
press ENTER.
“NONAME##” folder is created.
6. Select [Copy] option then press ENTER to begin
copying.
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Note:
Recording
About DVD recording
ꢀ The maximum number of titles that can be recorded
on the HDD is 255.
ꢀ Using the HDD allows you to record a maximum of
12 hours continuously.
Notes:
Notes for recording
ꢀ This recorder cannot make recordings on CD-R or
CD-RW discs.
ꢀ 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.
ꢀ 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.
ꢀ 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 22 (Disc
Format) for how to do this.
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,
DVD-R, DVD+RW and DVD+R discs. The disc format
for DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+RW discs is always “Video
format”—the same as pre-recorded DVD-Video discs.
This means that once finalized, you can play a
DVD-R, DVD+R, or DVD+RW in a regular DVD
player.
ꢀ When using a DVD-R or 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 Delete 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).
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.
ꢀ Overwrite recording is available using DVD+RW
discs.
ꢀ
When using a DVD+R/RW, the recorder will execute
the Menu-making operation to update the new title
and editing when removing the disc from the recorder.
So you must remove the disc after selecting the
recorder’s operation mode to DISC mode.
About HDD recording
Recording to the internal hard disk drive (HDD) is
basically similar to recording to a VR mode DVD-RW
disc. You have the full choice of recording quality
options, including the manual mode, and of course
you can record, erase and re-record as many times as
you like. The capacity of the hard disk drive means
that you can store many hours of video on it, even in
the higher quality recording modes. To help you
organize the contents, the HDD is divided into ten
genre. You can name and use these genres as you
like—for example, you might have a genre for movies,
another for TV shows, and one for camcorder
recordings.
Recording time and picture quality
There are four preset recording quality modes:
ꢀ HQ – Highest quality setting, gives about 1 hour of
recording time on a DVD (4.7GB).
ꢀ SQ – Default quality, sufficient for most applications,
gives about 2 hours of recording time on a DVD
(4.7GB).
ꢀ LQ – Slightly lower video quality, gives about 4 hour
of recording time on a DVD disc (4.7GB).
ꢀ EQ – Lowest video quality, gives about 6 hour of
recording time on a DVD (4.7GB).
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Clip Record HDD
Timeshift HDD
Do not miss a scene from a live broadcast. If the
telephone rings while you are watching your favorite
live broadcast, just press “TIMESHIFT” and “PAUSE”
before answering the phone. The timeshift function will
be activated and the broadcast is then recorded for
later viewing.
After the phone call or viewing interruption, press
“PLAY” or “SCAN” to watch the program.
Press “STOP” to return to the live broadcast.
You can edit during Timeshift to store the program on
the HDD (Hard Disk Drive).
1. During Timeshift, use pause step, search and
slow-motion to find the starting point.
2. Press REC at the starting point of the section you
want to record.
Progress of the edit is indicated in red on the
Progress Bar.
Timeshift (Pause, Live TV/Playback)
Operation HDD
3. Use pause step, search and slow-motion to find
the ending point.
You can store a program in the HDD storage cache
temporarily.
4. Press REC at the ending point of the section you
want to record.
Press TIMESHIFT while watching a TV program.
The Progress Bar display appears on the screen as
shown below. The Progress Bar changes to timeshift
icon after 5 seconds.
Normal playback continues.
5. Repeat steps 1 and 4 to make several Clip
Records of a program.
1
2
6. Press STOP to stop Timeshift.
Confirm message will appear.
3
4
5
7. Use b / B to select [Yes] then press ENTER. Or,
press STOP again.
1. Indicates playback mode.
The current broadcast is displayed on the screen.
2. Indicates current Timeshift position.
3. Indicates Timeshift start time.
4. Indicates Timeshift elapsed time.
Notes:
ꢀ Selected sections are recorded on the HDD.
ꢀ If you want to stop Clip recording, press the STOP
button. If you press OPERATE to stop Clip
recording, the program may not be recorded on the
HDD.
5. Indicates the time that is one hour from Timeshift
start time.
Tips:
ꢀ Clip records cannot be made for sections lasting
less than 5 seconds.
ꢀ You can use trick play functions (Slow, Scan, etc.)
during timeshift. Refer to Playback Operation on
pages 25-28.
Jump to Start or End during Timeshift
ꢀ You can edit the cached clip during Timeshift to
retain the program on the HDD. Refer to Clip
Record on the right.
1. Press ENTER during timeshift. The menu will
appear.
2. Press b and playback starts from the very
beginning of the timeshift.
Notes:
ꢀ There is not free space on the HDD, the oldest
timeshift section of the cache will be incrementally
deleted.
Press B and jumps to the very end of the timeshift
then goes to pause mode.
ꢀ If no button is pressed for 6 hours, the Timeshift will
stop automatically.
To Exit the Timeshift
1. Press STOP to exit Timeshift function.
Confirm message will appear.
2. Use b / B to select [Yes] then press ENTER.
The current broadcast is displayed on the screen.
Marker Search in Timeshift mode
You can mark one in Timeshift mode. Press MARKER
at the desired point during Timeshift.
Press SEARCH to recall the marked scene.
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Basic Recording from a TV
Instant Timer Recording
Follow the instructions below to record a TV program.
Recording starts immediately and continues until the
disc is full or you stop the recording.
Instant Timer Recording allows you to make a
recording easily of a preset length without using the
program timer.
Note:
1. Follow steps 1-4 as shown left (Basic Recording
from a TV).
You must load a recordable disc for DVD recording.
2. Press REC (z) repeatedly to select the recording
1. Press HOME.
time length.
The HOME menu appears.
2. Select a media (HDD or DISC) to record TV
program then press ENTER.
3. Select [TV (HDD)] or [TV (DVD)] option then press
ENTER.
Recording starts after the first press. Each
subsequent press increases the recording time
within free space (maximum 240 minutes).
The recording time is displayed on the TV screen.
At the end of the recording, the recorder will stop
recording and shut off.
Also make sure that the TV input is set to this
recorder.
If you load a completely blank disc, the recorder
takes a short while to initialize the disc.
4. Set a recording mode as necessary by pressing
REC MODE repeatedly. (HQ, SQ, LQ, EQ)
Checking the Recording Time
Press REC (z) once to check the recording time. The
recalled setting will automatically return to the TV
screen for a moment.
Also, remaining time of recording is shown in the
display window.
5. Use v / V buttons to select the TV channel to
record.
Changing TV Audio Channel
You can select the audio channel (language) to listen
by pressing AUDIO during viewing TV program. The
current audio channel is displayed on-screen.
Stereo or mono broadcast:
Stereo → Left → Right → Mono
To Extend the Recording Time
The recording time can be extended anytime by
Bilingual broadcast:
Main → Sub → Main+Sub
pressing REC (z).
Each subsequent press increases the recording time
within free space (maximum 240 minutes).
ꢀ For TV recording with bilingual, set audio channel
from the [TV Rec Audio] in sub-menu of the Setup
menu (see page 22).
Caution
ꢀ If the sound is of poor quality when set to Stereo,
you can often improve it by changing to Mono (Left
or Right).
If the recorder is unplugged (or there is a power
failure) while the recorder is recording, the recording
will be lost.
6. Press REC (z) once.
Recording will start. (The REC indicator lights in
the display window.)
ꢀ Recording continues until you press STOP (x)
or the disc or HDD is full.
ꢀ To record for a fixed length of time, see Instant
Timer Recording on right.
7. Press STOP (x) to stop recording.
To Pause the Recording
1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) to pause recording.
2. When you want to continue recording, press
PAUSE/STEP (X).
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Notes:
Timer Recording
ꢀ The timer indicator lights in the display window
when the recorder is in standby with the timer
active.
This recorder can be programmed to record up to 16
programs within a period of 1 month. For unattended
recording, the timer needs to know the channels to be
recorded, the starting and ending time.
ꢀ For TV recording with bilingual, set audio channel
from the [TV Rec Audio] in sub-menu of the Setup
menu (see page 22).
Note:
If you use a completely blank disc for timer recording,
you must format the disc before starting timer
recording. (Refer to “Disc Format” on page 22.)
ꢀ You must press OPERATE to stop the timer
recording.
ꢀ If you set a timer recording to record to DVD but
there isn’t a recordable DVD loaded at the time of
the recording, the Recovery Recording feature will
automatically record the program to the HDD for
you.
1. Press TIMER REC.
The Timer Record menu will appear.
Simultaneous recording and
playback
Playback and recording for both DVD and built in hard
disk drive (HDD) are completely independent. For
example, you can record to either the DVD or HDD
source and play back video from the other source at the
same time.
ꢀ
[Media] Choose a media to record (HDD or DVD).
ꢀ [PR] 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 start time.
1. Start recording.
2. Press HOME to display the Home Menu screen.
ꢀ [End Time] Set the end time.
3. Use the v / V / b / B and ENTER buttons to
select a different media type that you want to play
back.
ꢀ [Repeat] Choose a desired repeat (Once,
Daily (Monday - Friday), or Weekly).
2. Enter the necessary information for your timer
recording(s).
4. Start Playback.
The recording will continue while playing back the
media from the other mode.
ꢀ b / B (left/right) – move the cursor left/right
ꢀ v / V (up/down) – change the setting at the
current cursor position
ꢀ Press RETURN (O) to exit the Timer Record
menu.
Notes:
ꢀ You can’t use simultaneous playback and
recording while copying.
ꢀ You cannot edit programs during simultaneous
recording and playback.
ꢀ Press ENTER after filling in all the program
information.
ꢀ Press TIMER REC to display Timer Record List.
3. Set a recording mode as necessary by pressing
REC MODE repeatedly. (HQ, SQ, LQ, EQ)
4. Press ENTER, the program will be memorized by
the 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.
5. Press RETURN (O) to exit the Program List.
6. Make sure that you load a recordable disc for DVD
recording and press OPERATE to switch your unit
to Standby.
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If two or more timer programs overlap:
ꢀ The earlier program takes priority.
ꢀ When the earlier program finishes, the later
program starts.
ꢀ If two programs are set to start at exactly the same
time, the program entered first takes priority.
Checking Timer Recording
Details
Programming can be checked whenever the recorder
is turned on. Press TIMER REC twice.
ꢀ Use v / V to select a timer recording.
If the disc is damaged, the recording may not
complete successfully. In this case even though the
Check field shows “Rec. OK”, it may not be.
ꢀ Press ENTER to edit the selected program.
Timer Record menu appears.
ꢀ Press CLEAR to delete the selected program
from the Timer Record List.
Recording from an External
Input
Recording from External Components
You can record from an external component, such as
a camcorder or VCR, connected to any of the
recorder’s external inputs.
1. Make sure that the component you want to record
from is connected properly to the recorder. See
page 14.
2. Choose a media (HDD or DVD) to record using
HOME menu. (see page 15).
Canceling a Timer Recording
You can clear a timer setting anytime before the
recording actually starts.
3. Press AV repeatedly to select the external input to
record from.
ꢀ Use v / V to select a program you want to erase on
the Timer Recorder List. If you want to erase the
program, press CLEAR.
ꢀ Tuner: Built-in tuner
ꢀ AV1: AUDIO IN 1 / VIDEO IN 1 mounted on
back panel
ꢀ AV2: INPUT 2 (VIDEO, AUDIO (L/R), S-VIDEO
IN) mounted on front panel
Stopping a Timer Recording in Progress
ꢀ DV: DV IN mounted on front panel
After a timer recording has started, you can still
cancel the program.
ꢀ Press OPERATE.
4. Select the recording mode as necessary by
pressing REC MODE repeatedly. (HQ, SQ, LQ, or
EQ)
Timer Recording Troubleshooting
5. Press REC (z) once.
Recording will start. (The REC indicator lights in
the display window.)
Even though the timer is set, the recorder will not
record when:
ꢀ There is no disc loaded and there is not free space
on the HDD.
ꢀ Recording continues until you press STOP (x)
or the disc is full.
ꢀ A non-recordable disc is loaded and there is not
free space on the HDD.
ꢀ To record for a fixed length of time, see “Instant
Timer Recording” on page 40.
ꢀ [Disc Protect] option is set to [ON] in the Setup
menu and there is not free space on the HDD. (see
page 23).
6. Press STOP (x) to stop recording.
Note:
ꢀ Power is turned on.
If your source is copy-protected using CopyGuard,
you will not be able to record it using this recorder.
See Copyright on page 51 for more details.
ꢀ There are already 99 titles (DVD-RW, DVD-R), 49
titles (DVD+R, DVD+RW) recorded on the disc and
there are already 255 titles recorded on the HDD.
You cannot enter a timer program when:
ꢀ A recording is already underway.
ꢀ The time you’re trying to set has already passed.
ꢀ There are already 16 timer programs set.
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1. Make sure your digital camcorder is connected to
the front panel DV IN jack. See page 14.
Recording from DV Input
Before DV dubbing
2. Select [TV(HDD)] or [TV(DVD] option on the
HOME menu then press ENTER. (see page 15).
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.
ꢀ This recorder is only compatible with DV-format
(DVC-SD, DV25) camcorders. Digital satellite tuners
and Digital VHS video recorders are not compatible.
ꢀ You cannot connect more than one DV camcorder
at a time to this recorder.
3. Check that the DV audio input is as you require.
You can choose between Audio 1 (original audio)
and Audio 2 (overdubbed audio).
ꢀ DV Input is set from the [DV Rec Audio] in
sub-menu of the Setup menu. See “DV
Recording Audio” on page 22 for more
information.
ꢀ You cannot control this recorder from external
equipment connected via the DV IN jack (including
two recorders).
ꢀ It may not always be possible to control the
connected camcorder via the DV IN jack.
ꢀ Digital camcorders can usually record audio as
stereo 16-bit/48kHz, or twin stereo tracks of 12-
bit/32kHz. This recorder can only record one stereo
audio track. Set [DV Rec Audio] option to [Audio 1]
or [Audio 2] as required (see page 22).
4. Press AV repeatedly to select the DV input.
DV appears in the display window and on the TV
screen.
5. 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.
ꢀ Audio input to the DV IN jack should be 32 or
48kHz (not 44.1kHz).
6. Press REC (z) once to start recording.
ꢀ 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.
ꢀ 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 in operating.
Recording from a Digital Camcorder
You can record from a digital camcorder connected to
the DV IN jack on the front panel of this recorder.
Using the recorder’s remote, you can control both the
camcorder and this recorder.
Before recording, make sure that the audio input for
the DV IN jack is set up (see page 22).
Troubleshooting
Tips:
If you cannot get a picture and/or audio through the
DV IN jack, check the bullet points:
ꢀ Make sure the DV cable is properly connected.
ꢀ Try switching off the connected equipment then
switch back on.
ꢀ The source signal must be DVC-SD format.
ꢀ Some camcorders cannot be controlled using this
recorder’s remote.
ꢀ If you connect a second recorder using a DV cable,
you cannot control the second DVD from this one.
ꢀ You cannot control this unit remotely from a
component connected to the DV IN jack.
ꢀ You cannot record date and time information from a
DV cassette.
ꢀ Try switching the audio input.
Note:
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
Overview
Using the Title List menu you can edit video content.
The editing features available in the Title List menu
depend on whether you are editing video on DVD, or
the HDD, and whether you’re editing Original content,
or a Playlist.
There are two ways to edit VR mode DVD-RW discs.
You can directly edit the Original content of the disc,
or you can create and edit a Playlist. The Playlist
doesn’t actually change any of the content on the
disc, but just controls how the content is played back.
Editing material recorded on the HDD is similar to
editing the Original content of a VR mode DVD-RW,
with similar commands for erasing and naming titles,
as well as fine control over the content of chapters
within titles for DVD disc.
1. Menu options: To display menu option, select a
title or chapter then press ENTER. The options
displayed differ depending on the disc type.
ꢀ [Chapter] Displays Chapter List of the title.
ꢀ [Combine] Combines two titles or chapters into
one (page 49).
Note:
During recording, if you display the Title List menu for
the HDD, some of the titles may appear with a mark.
These titles were recorded with a Line Input setting
different to the current setting of the recorder.
During recording, these titles cannot be played.
ꢀ [Delete] Deletes the title or chapter. (page 47)
ꢀ [Delete Part] Deletes a part of the Title (page
47).
ꢀ [Divide] Divides a title into two (page 49).
ꢀ [Dubbing] Copies the title to another media.
(page 52)
ꢀ [Full Play] Starts playback of the selected title
including the hidden chapters.
ꢀ [Hide (Show)] Hides (or Shows) the selected title
or chapter. (page 50)
1. Press MENU/LIST to display the Title List menu.
Playback should be stopped when you do this.
ꢀ You can also access it using HOME menu,
select [TITLE LIST] option then press ENTER.
ꢀ When selecting titles, use the v / V buttons to
display the previous/next page if there are more
than six titles.
ꢀ [Move] Moves a chapter on the Chapter List-
Playlist menu to a position on the menu.
(page 50)
ꢀ [Play] Start playback of the selected title or
chapter. The hidden titles and chapters on the
DVD+R/RW cannot be play back.
ꢀ If you are editing a VR mode disc, press
MENU/LIST to switch between Original and
Playlist menu.
ꢀ [Playlist Add] Adds the title or chapter to the
Playlist. (page 46)
ꢀ [Protect] Protects accidental recording, editing or
deleting of the title. (page 50)
ꢀ [Rename (Title Name)] Edits the title name.
(page 48)
On the left side of the screen are the menu options.
The main part of the screen shows thumbnails of the
titles (or chapter) on the DVD or HDD. You can
change these thumbnails using the THUMBNAIL
button—see Changing Title Thumbnails on page 45.
ꢀ [Sort] Lists the programs on the Title List menu
by Date, Title, or Category. (page 48)
ꢀ [Title] Displays Title List of the chapter.
Press DISPLAY to display the information of selected
title on the Title List menu.
After selecting a title or chapter on the Title List or
Chapter List menu, then press ENTER. The menu
options appears on the left side of the menu.
Use v / V to select a option then press ENTER to
confirm your selection.
ꢀ [Undo]/[Redo] Un-do/Re-do the last deletion/
action. (page 48)
2. Indicates the record mode, free space, and
elapsed time progress bar.
3. Current media
4. Currently selected title.
5. Thumbnail
2. To exit the Title List menu, press RETURN (O)
repeatedly.
6. Shows the selected title number and total number
of titles.
7. Shows the title name, recorded date, and
recording length.
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HDD, VR Mode: Original and
Playlist Editing
Adding Chapter Markers
VR
-RW
+RW
+R
You can create chapters within a title by inserting
chapter marks at the desired points.
Titles, Chapters and Parts
Titles in the disc’s original content contain one or
more chapters. When you insert a disc’s title into the
Playlist, all the chapters within that title also appear. In
other words, chapters in the Playlist behave exactly as
chapters on a DVD-Video disc do. Parts are sections
of Original or Playlist titles. From the Original and
Playlist menu you can add or delete parts. Adding a
chapter or title to the Playlist creates a new title made
up of a section (ie., chapter) of an Original title.
Deleting a part removes part of a title from the
Original or Playlist menu.
Note:
Chapter markers are inserted at regular intervals
automatically. You can change this interval from the
Initial Setup menu (see “Auto Chapter” on page 22).
During recording or playing back, at the point you
want to start a new chapter, press CHP ADD.
A chapter marker icon appears on the TV screen.
Changing Title Thumbnails
Caution
VR
HDD -RW
+RW
+R
ꢀ When editing using the Delete, Add and Move
functions, the start and end frames may not be
exactly as set in the start and end point display.
ꢀ During Playlist playback, you may notice a
momentary pause between edits. This is not a
malfunction.
Each title displayed in the Title List menu is
represented by a thumbnail picture taken from the
start of that title or chapter.
If you prefer, select a different still picture from within
a title.
Press THUMBNAIL to make the currently displayed
picture the one that appears in the Title List menu.
The still picture that you choose appears in both the
Original or Playlist menu.
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.
Tip:
You can also change the thumbnail picture of the title
on the Chapter List menu. Select a chapter on the
Chapter List menu then press THUMBNAIL. The
thumbnail picture of the title that includes the chapter
is changed.
VR
About word ‘Original’ and ‘Playlist’ -RW
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.
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-RW
Adding Additional Title/Chapters
Making a New Playlist
Use this function to add an Original title or chapter to
the Playlist. When you do this, the whole title is put
into the Playlist (you can delete bits you don’t need
later — see Deleting an Original or Playlist
title/chapter on page 47).
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-RW
to the Playlist
You can add an Original title or chapter to add to a
Playlist title even if it is already registered.
1. Choose a title or chapter on the Title List-Original
menu or Chapter List-Original menu to put into the
Playlist, then press ENTER.
The title appears in the Playlist complete with the
chapter markers that appear in the Original. However,
if you add more chapter markers to the Original later,
these are not automatically copied over into the
Playlist title.
The menu options appears on the left side of the
screen.
You can add up to 999 chapters to one disc . If you
only want to add a chapter of a title, use the Adding a
title/chapter to the Playlist on this page.
1. Choose a title or chapter on the Title List-Original
menu or Chapter List-Original menu to put into the
Playlist, then press ENTER.
The menu options appears on the left side of the
menu.
2. Use v / V to select [Playlist Add] from menu
options then press ENTER.
2. Use v / V to select [Playlist Add] option then press
ENTER.
3. Choose a Title List-Playlist that is already
registered to insert a title or chapter, then press
ENTER.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 to add additional title or chapter
on the Playlist.
You can view the added chapters on the Chapter
List-Playlist menu.
3. Select [New Playlist] then press ENTER.
The new title appears in the updated Playlist. All
chapters of the title are added to the Playlist.
5. Press RETURN (O) to exit, or MENU/LIST to go
back to the Title List-Original menu.
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HDD -RW
Deleting an Original or Playlist
Title/Chapter
Deleting a Part
You can delete a part which you do not want in the
title.
When you erase a title or chapter from the Playlist
menu, you only remove it from the Playlist; the
title/chapter remains in the Original menu.
1. Use b / B / v / V to choose a title you want to
delete on the Title List menu then press ENTER.
The options appears on the left side of the menu.
If you choose to delete a title or chapter from the
Original (title/chapter) menu, the title or chapter is
actually deleted from the disc and the remaining time
available for recording increases. Titles/chapters
deleted from the Original are also removed from the
Playlist.
2. Select [Delete Part] option then press ENTER.
Title Edit (Delete Part) menu appears on the TV
screen.
[Start Point] icon is highlighted.
Example: Title Edit (Delete Part) (HDD)
Note:
It may not be possible to delete chapters that are less
than 5 seconds long.
1. Use b / B / v / V to choose a chapter or title you
want to delete on the Title List or Chapter List
menu then press ENTER.
The menu options appears on the left side of the
screen.
2. Select [Delete] option from the options on the
menu.
3. Starts playback and use pause step, search and
slow-motion to find the starting point.
Example: Title List (HDD)
4. Press ENTER at the starting point of the section
you want to delete.
‘End Point’ icon is highlighted.
The part is indicated on the Progress Bar.
5. Use pause step, search and slow-motion to find
the ending point.
6. Press ENTER at the ending point of the section
you want to delete.
You can cancel the selected point, use v / V to
select [Cancel] icon then press ENTER.
3. Press ENTER to confirm.
Tip:
The confirm message for deleting will appear.
With HDD recordings, you can delete additional part.
Select [Next Part] icon on the menu then press
ENTER, then repeat steps 3-6.
4. Use b / B to select [Yes] then press ENTER.
The selected chapter or title is deleted.
After pressing ENTER, the new, updated menu is
displayed.
7. If you finish to edit, select [Done] icon then press
ENTER.
5. Repeat steps 1 - 4 to continue to delete from the
menu.
The confirm message for deleting will appear.
Use b / B to select [Yes] then press ENTER.
The selected part is deleted from the title and Title
List menu appears.
6. Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit the menu.
Notes:
ꢀ When DVD+RW recording, the deleted title’s name
is changed to ‘Deleted Title’.
Note:
It may not be possible to delete parts that are less
than 3 seconds long.
ꢀ If more than two titles are repeatedly deleted, the
titles are combined into one.
ꢀ When you are deleting a title or chapter, only the
last one on DVD+RW increases remaining recording
time.
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HDD
Naming a Title
Sort
You can name Original and Playlist titles independently.
Names can be up to 32 characters long.
This function allows you to access show listings
organized by Date, Title, or Category on the Title List-
HDD menu. So you can find title you want to watch
easily.
1. Choose the title you want to name on the Title List
menu, then press ENTER.
The menu options appears on the left side of the
menu.
1. Choose any title on the Title List-HDD menu, then
press ENTER.
The menu options appears on the left side of the
menu.
2. Use v/V to select [Rename (Title Name)] option
then press ENTER.
Keyboard menu appears.
2. Use v/V to select [Sort] option then press ENTER.
Sort options appears.
3. Enter a name for the title. Use b / B / v / V to
select a character then press ENTER to confirm
your selection.
3. Use v / V to select [Date], [Title] or [Category]
option then press ENTER.
ꢀ Use MENU/LIST button to change keyboard
type.
ꢀ OK: Select to finish.
After pressing ENTER, the sorted menu is
displayed.
ꢀ Cancel: Cancels all entered characters.
ꢀ Space: Inserts a space at the cursor position.
ꢀ Delete: Deletes the previous character at the
cursor position.
Undoing/Redoing the Last
Deletion
If you make a mistake while deleting, you can undo it.
There is one level of undo (in other words, you can
undo the last one deletion you made).
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-RW
ꢀ b / B: Moves cursor to left or right.
Tip:
Remote control buttons for entering a name
N (PLAY): Inserts a space at the cursor position.
Use v / V to select [Undo] option then press ENTER.
It doesn’t matter whether you are currently in the
menu screen; the last deletion is undone.
X (PAUSE/STEP): Deletes the after character at
the cursor position.
x (STOP), CLEAR: Deletes the previous
character at the cursor position.
. / >: Moves cursor to left or right.
Numbers (0-9): Enters the corresponding
character at the cursor position.
Tip:
You can add the genre only for HDD title name.
4. Choose OK then press ENTER to fix the name
and return to the previous menu screen.
Notes:
ꢀ You can’t undo a recording.
ꢀ
You can’t undo anything after ejecting the disc from the
recorder or switching the recorder into standby mode.
5. Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit the menu.
Notes:
ꢀ You can still undo a deletion even after exiting the
ꢀ Names can be up to 32 characters long.
ꢀ For discs formatted on a different recorder, you will
see only a limited character set.
menu display.
Tip:
ꢀ When recording on DVD-R, DVD+R or DVD+RW
discs, the entered name is displayed on the DVD
player only after finalization.
You can redo the last undo action using the [Redo]
option.
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3. Press ENTER.
Combining Two Titles Into One
HDD
Title Edit (Divide) menu appears. [Divide] option is
highlighted.
Current picture
Use this function to combine two adjacent Original-
HDD titles into one.
Notes:
The first title’s
thumbnail
ꢀ This function is not available if there is only one
titles within the HDD.
ꢀ If there are more than 60 titles on the HDD, you
cannot combine the titles.
The second title’s
thumbnail
1. On the Title List-HDD menu, select the first title of
the two titles you want to combine then press
ENTER.
4. Use play, pause step, search and slow-motion to
find the point you want to divide the title.
The menu options appears on the left side of the
screen.
5. Select [Divide] option then press ENTER at the
point.
2. Select [Combine] option then press ENTER.
To reset the point, select [Cancel] option then
press ENTER. Repeat from step 3.
6. Choose [Done] option then press ENTER to fix the
dividing point.
The title is divided into two new titles. It take up to
4 minutes to divide.
Note:
You cannot select dividing point less than 3 seconds.
3. Select the second title of the two titles you want to
combine then press ENTER.
Combining Two Chapters Into
One
Use this function to combine two adjacent Playlist or
Original chapters into one.
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+RW
+R
The confirm message appears.
4. Use b / B to select [Yes] then press ENTER.
After pressing ENTER, the updated menu is
displayed.
Note:
This function is not available if there is only one
chapter within the title.
Divide One Titles Into Two
HDD +RW
1. On the Chapter List menu, select the second
chapter of the two chapters you want to combine
then press ENTER
Use this command to split a title up into two new titles.
The menu options appears on the left side of the
screen.
1. On the Title List menu, select a title you want to
divide then press ENTER.
The menu options appears on the left side of the
screen.
2. Use v / V to select [Combine] option.
The combine indicator appears between the two
chapters you want to combine.
2. Select [Divide] option.
Example: Title List (HDD)
3. Press ENTER.
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-RW
Tip
Moving a Playlist Chapter
If you select a hidden chapter or title on the Title List
or Chapter List menu, you can ‘show’ it by choosing
[Show] option on the menu. After doing that, you are
able to see the chapter or title.
Use this function to re-arrange the playing order of
Playlist chapters on the Title List-Playlist menu.
Note:
This function is not available if there is only one
chapter.
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-RW
+RW
+R
Protect a Title
Use this function to protect against accidental
recording, editing or deleting of the title.
1. Select a chapter on the Chapter List-Playlist menu.
2. Press ENTER.
1. Press MENU/LIST to display the Title List menu.
The menu options appears on the left side of the
menu.
2. Use v V b B to choose a title you want to protect
then press ENTER.
3. Use v / V to select [Move] option from Playlist
Options appear on the left side of the screen.
options then press ENTER.
3. Select [Protect] from the options.
4. Use b / B / v / V to choose the place you want to
move the chapter to then press ENTER.
After pressing ENTER, the updated menu is
displayed.
4. Press ENTER to confirm.
The lock mark will appears on the title’s thumbnail.
Tip
If you select a title that has already been protected on
the Title List menu, you can ‘unprotect’ it by choosing
[Protect] option from the Title List menu options. After
doing that, you can edit and delete the title.
+RW
+R
Hide a Chapter/Title
You can skip playing chapters or titles without deleting
from the disc.
1. Use v V b B to choose a chapter or title you want
to hide on the Title List or Chapter List menu, then
press ENTER.
Options appear on the left side of the screen.
2. Select [Hide] option.
Example: Title List (DVD+RW)
3. Press ENTER to confirm.
The chapter’s or title’s thumbnail will dim.
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Copyright
Dubbing
Before Dubbing
ꢀ 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.
Use the copying features of this recorder to:
ꢀ Back up important recordings stored on the HDD to
a DVD.
ꢀ 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.
ꢀ Make a DVD copy of a recording on the HDD to
play in another player.
ꢀ Transfer video from a DVD to the HDD for editing.
ꢀ Transfer edited video from the HDD to DVD.
The simplest method of copying is to use the One
Touch Copy feature. Using this you can very simply
copy the title that’s currently playing from HDD to
DVD, or the other way around.
ꢀ CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL
HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY
COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY
CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE
PICTURE. IN CASE OF 625 PROGRESSIVE SCAN
PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED
THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO
THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF
THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV
SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 625p
HDD/DVD RECORDER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR
CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.
Note:
If the title’s length is less than 5 seconds, the dubbing
is not available. (from HDD to DVD)
Restrictions on copying
Some video material is copy-once protected. This
means that it can be recorded to HDD, but it cannot
then be freely copied again. If you want to transfer
copy-once protected material from HDD to DVD, you’ll
need to use a VR mode DVD-RW disc compatible
with CPRM Ver. 1.1, and the following restrictions
apply:
Fast copying
After copying a copy-once protected title to DVD it is
automatically erased from the HDD. It is not therefore
possible to copy a locked title that is copy-once
protected.
Copying between DVD and HDD is a completely
digital process and therefore involves no loss of
quality in the audio or video. This means that you can
transfer back and forth without having to worry about
the quality getting worse with each copy ‘generation’.
It also means that copying can be carried out at the
maximum speed possible.
You can identify copy-once protected material during
playback by displaying disc information on-screen.
ꢀ A media in NTSC format cannot be copied.
When copying from HDD to DVD, the speed of
copying depends on the recording mode and the kind
of DVD disc you’re using.
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.
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Dubbing from HDD to DVD
Dubbing from DVD to HDD
1. On the Title List-HDD menu, select a title you want
to dub then press ENTER.
1. On the Title List menu, select a title you want to
dub then press ENTER.
The menu options appears on the left side of the
screen.
Menu options appears on the left side of the
screen.
2. Use v / V to select [Dubbing] option then press
ENTER.
2. Use v / V to select [Dubbing] option then press
ENTER.
Dubbing menu appears.
Dubbing menu appears.
3. Use b / B to select record mode (HQ, SQ, LQ,
EQ, or Fast), then press V.
3. Use b / B to select record mode (HQ, SQ, LQ,
EQ, or Fast), then press V.
‘Start’ icon is highlighted.
‘Start’ icon is highlighted.
Fast: See page 51 for more information on Fast
copying.
Fast: Only available when copying VR mode disc
to HDD. (See page 51 for more information on
Fast copying.)
4. When [Start] icon is highlighted, press ENTER.
Dubbing starts.
4. When [Start] icon is highlighted, press ENTER.
Dubbing starts.
5. To stop dubbing at any other time, press
5. To stop dubbing at any other time, press
STOP (x).
STOP (x).
Notes:
Notes:
ꢀ The recording time of [Fast] mode could be varied
depending on data size of source.
Approximated Time (Example: 4x DVD disc):
– 1 hour contents of LQ: 5-6 minutes
– 1 hour contents of HQ: 12-15 minutes
ꢀ Depending on the conditions of the recording
equipment or the disc itself, the dubbing may not be
capable.
ꢀ Stopping dubbing in [Fast] mode partway through
will cancel the recording and any data recorded up
to that point will be lost.
ꢀ Stopping dubbing in [Fast] mode partway through
will cancel the recording and any data recorded up
to that point will be lost.
ꢀ The recording time of [Fast] mode can take up to 19
ꢀ If the remaining space on the disc is insufficient, the
minutes.
[Fast] mode is not available.
ꢀ The [Fast] mode is not available for edited HDD
title.
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One Touch Copy (HDD to DVD)
The One Touch Copy feature copies the currently
playing title from the HDD to DVD. The whole title is
copied, regardless of where in the title you start
copying. The recorder copies at the maximum speed
possible.
For One Touch Copy to work, make sure that a
recordable DVD disc is loaded.
During HDD playback, press DUBBING to copy the
current title to DVD.
The on-screen display indicates that the title is being
copied. Playback continues while copying.
ꢀ You cannot use the One Touch Copy function to
copy a title if any part of the title is copy-once
protected.
One Touch Copy (DVD to HDD)
One Touch Copy from DVD to HDD copies a single
title to the HDD in real time. When you start copying,
playback jumps back to the start of the title, then
continues through to the end of the title, when
recording automatically stops. The copy will be made
in the recording mode (HQ, SQ, LQ, EQ) that is
currently set.
During DVD playback, press DUBBING to copy the
current title to HDD.
Playback starts again from the beginning of the
current title. The on-screen display indicates that the
title is being copied.
Notes:
ꢀ Video CD cannot be copied to HDD.
ꢀ The copying stops when then recorder detects a
badly scratched or copy protected part.
ꢀ If some part of the title being copied is copy-
protected, copying will start, but the copy-protected
portions will not be copied.
ꢀ During Playlist title’s playback, One Touch Copy is
not available.
Tip:
To stop dubbing at any other time, press STOP (x).
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2. Press TITLE in Play mode.
Reference
Title List menu will appear as shown below.
Tip
Additional Information
Overwriting Recording +RW
You can remove the Title List menu by pressing
STOP (x).
To overwrite a new video recording on a previously
recorded title, follow these steps. This feature is not
available for DVD+Rs, that always record at the end
of the Disc.
1. Select input source you want to record (TV
channel, AV1-2, DV).
2. Press MENU/LIST to display the Title List menu.
3. To play back a title, select the title you want then
press ENTER or N (PLAY).
Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD
Players (Finalizing a Disc)
Most regular DVD players can play finalized discs
recorded in Video mode, finalized DVD+R or
DVD+RWs. A small number of players can also play
DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode, finalized or not.
Check the manual that came with the other player to
check what formats of discs it will play.
3. Use v V b B to choose a title you want to
overwrite.
4. Press REC (z) to start overwrite recording.
Overwrite recording starts from the start point of
the title.
Finalizing ‘fixes’ the recordings and editings in place
so that the disc can be played on a regular DVD
player or computer equipped with a suitable DVD-
ROM drive.
Finalizing a Video mode disc creates a menu screen
for navigating the disc. The menu can be accessed by
pressing MENU/LIST or TITLE.
5. Press STOP (x) to stop the overwrite recording.
The new title is created and updated menu is
displayed.
Notes:
ꢀ This function is not available for a protected title.
ꢀ If the overwrite is longer than the recording
length of the current title, the next title is
overwritten. But if next title is protected, the
overwriting stops at the starting point of the
title.
To finalize a disc, refer to “Finalize” on page 23.
Notes:
ꢀ Unfinalized DVD+RW is playable on regular DVD
players.
ꢀ If the selected title’s recording length is less than 10
seconds, the next title is overwritten. But if the next
title is protected, overwriting stops.
ꢀ The edited contents of a DVD+RW disc is
compatible on regular DVD players only after
finalization.
ꢀ Any edited contents of the DVD+R disc are not
compatible on regular DVD players. (Hide, chapter
combine, added chapter mark, etc.)
ꢀ 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.
Viewing Title List menu displayed on
other DVD Recorders or Players
+RW
+R
You can view the Title List menu displayed on the
other DVD player that is capable of playing DVD+RW
or DVD+R discs.
ꢀ DVD+R DL disc can take up to 30 minutes to
finalize.
1. Insert DVD+R or DVD+RW disc recorded already.
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Language Codes
Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings:
Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, Disc Menu.
Language
Abkhazian
Afar
Afrikaans
Albanian
Ameharic
Arabic
Armenian
Assamese
Aymara
Azerbaijani
Bashkir
Basque
Bengali; Bangla
Bhutani
Bihari
Breton
Bulgarian
Burmese
Byelorussian
Cambodian
Catalan
Chinese
Corsican
Croatian
Czech
Code
6566
6565
6570
8381
6577
6582
7289
6583
6588
6590
6665
6985
6678
6890
6672
6682
6671
7789
6669
7577
6765
9072
6779
7282
6783
6865
7876
6978
6979
6984
7079
Language
Fiji
Finnish
French
Frisian
Galician
Georgian
German
Greek
Greenlandic
Guarani
Gujarati
Hausa
Code
7074
7073
7082
7089
7176
7565
6869
6976
7576
7178
7185
7265
7387
7273
7285
7383
7378
7365
7165
7384
7465
7487
7578
7583
7575
7589
7579
7585
7679
7665
7686
Language
Lingala
Lithuanian
Macedonian
Malagasy
Malay
Malayalam
Maltese
Maori
Code
7678
7684
7775
7771
7783
7776
7784
7773
7782
7779
7778
7865
7869
7879
7982
8065
8083
7065
8076
8084
8185
Language
Singhalese
Slovak
Slovenian
Somali
Spanish
Sudanese
Swahili
Swedish
Tagalog
Tajik
Code
8373
8375
8376
8379
6983
8385
8387
8386
8476
8471
8465
8484
8469
8472
6679
8473
8479
8482
8475
8487
8575
8582
8590
8673
8679
6789
8779
8872
7473
8979
9085
Marathi
Moldavian
Mongolian
Nauru
Nepali
Norwegian
Oriya
Panjabi
Pashto, Pushto
Persian
Polish
Portuguese
Quechua
Rhaeto-Romance 8277
Rumanian
Russian
Samoan
Sanskrit
Scots Gaelic
Serbian
Serbo-Croatian
Shona
Tamil
Tatar
Hebrew
Hindi
Telugu
Thai
Tibetan
Tigrinya
Tonga
Turkish
Turkmen
Twi
Ukrainian
Urdu
Hungarian
Icelandic
Indonesian
Interlingua
Irish
Italian
Japanese
Javanese
Kannada
Kashmiri
Kazakh
Kirghiz
8279
8285
8377
8365
7168
8382
8372
8378
8368
Uzbek
Vietnamese
Volapük
Welsh
Wolof
Xhosa
Yiddish
Yoruba
Zulu
Danish
Dutch
English
Esperanto
Estonian
Faroese
Korean
Kurdish
Laothian
Latin
Latvian, Lettish
Sindhi
Area Codes
Choose an area code from this list.
Area
Code
AF
AR
AU
AT
Area
Ethiopia
Fiji
Code
ET
FJ
Area
Code
MY
MV
MX
MC
MN
MA
NP
Area
Saudi Arabia
Senegal
Singapore
Slovak Republic
Slovenia
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Sri Lanka
Sweden
Switzerland
Thailand
Turkey
Uganda
Code
SA
SN
SG
SK
SI
Afghanistan
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Bhutan
Bolivia
Brazil
Cambodia
Canada
Chile
China
Colombia
Congo
Costa Rica
Croatia
Czech Republic
Denmark
Ecuador
Egypt
Malaysia
Maldives
Mexico
Monaco
Mongolia
Morocco
Nepal
Netherlands
Netherlands Antilles AN
New Zealand
Nigeria
Norway
Finland
France
Germany
Great Britain
Greece
Greenland
Islands
Hungary
India
Indonesia
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Kenya
FI
FR
DE
GB
GR
GL
HM
HU
IN
ID
IL
IT
JM
JP
BE
BT
ZA
BO
BR
KH
CA
CL
CN
CO
CG
CR
HR
CZ
DK
EC
EG
SV
KR
ES
LK
NL
NZ
NG
NO
OM
PK
PA
PY
PH
PL
SE
CH
TH
TR
UG
UA
US
UY
UZ
VN
ZW
Oman
Pakistan
Panama
Paraguay
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russian Federation RU
Ukraine
United States
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vietnam
Zimbabwe
KE
KW
LY
Kuwait
Libya
Luxembourg
PT
RO
LU
El Salvador
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Troubleshooting
Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service.
Cause
Solution
Symptom
No power.
ꢀ The power cord is disconnected.
ꢀ Plug the power cord into the wall
outlet securely.
No picture.
ꢀ The TV is not set to receive recorder
signal output.
ꢀ
Select the appropriate video input mode
on the TV so the picture from the
recorder appears on the TV screen.
ꢀ The video cable is not connected
ꢀ Connect the video cable securely.
securely.
ꢀ The connected TV power is turned off. ꢀ Turn on the TV.
ꢀ Progressive is set to ON, while the TV ꢀ Turn off the progressive scan (see page 18).
cannot receive progressive scan
mode.
ꢀ Select the correct input mode on the
audio receiver so you can listen to the
sound from the recorder.
No sound.
ꢀ The equipment connected with the
audio cable is not set to receive
recorder signal output.
ꢀ The audio cables are not connected
securely.
ꢀ Connect the audio cable securely.
ꢀ
The power of the equipment connected
with the audio cable is turned off.
ꢀ Turn on the equipment connected
with the audio cable.
ꢀ
The audio connecting cord is damaged.
ꢀ Replace it with new one.
The playback picture is
poor.
ꢀ The disc is dirty.
ꢀ Clean the disc.
ꢀ No disc is inserted.
ꢀ Insert a disc. (Check that the disc
indicator in the display window is lit.)
The recorder does not
start playback.
ꢀ An unplayable disc is inserted.
ꢀ The disc is placed upside down.
ꢀ
Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc
type, color system, and regional code.)
ꢀ Place the disc with the playback side
down.
ꢀ Place the disc on the disc tray
correctly inside the guide.
ꢀ The disc is not placed within the
guide.
ꢀ Clean the disc.
ꢀ The disc is dirty.
ꢀ Cancel the Rating function or change
the rating level.
ꢀ The Rating level is set.
ꢀ You cannot connect via this recorder.
Connect the component directly to
your TV.
ꢀ The video signal from the external
component is copy-protected.
The picture from the
external input is
distorted
ꢀ Those channels are not stored in the
recorder.
ꢀ Restore channels. See “Program Edit”
on page 16.
Some channels are
skipped over when
using v / V.
ꢀ Aerial or cables are loose.
ꢀ Tighten connections or replace cable.
The picture or sound of
broadcasting channel is
weak or missing.
ꢀ Camcorder is off.
ꢀ Turn camcorder on and operate
properly.
Camcorder image is not
shown.
ꢀ The recorder’s source is incorrect.
ꢀ Use AV to select input channel (AV1,
AV2, DV, etc.)
Camcorder image via
A/V input or DV IN to
recorder is not shown
on TV screen.
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Cause
Solution
ꢀ Finalize the disc. (page 23)
ꢀ No solution.
Symptom
ꢀ
The disc was recorded in Video mode.
Cannot play a disc
recorded using this
recorder on another
player.
ꢀ Some players will not play even a
finalized disc recorded in Video mode.
ꢀ The disc was recorded in VR mode,
ꢀ The other player must be RW
compatible in order to play it.
ꢀ
Discs recorded with copy-once material
cannot be played on other players.
ꢀ No solution.
ꢀ The remaining blank space on the
disc is insufficient.
ꢀ Use another disc.
Cannot record or did
not record successfully.
ꢀ The source you are trying to record is
ꢀ You cannot record the source.
copy protected.
ꢀ
When setting the recording channel, the
channel is tuned on the TV’s own tuner.
ꢀ Select the channel on the recorder’s
built-in TV tuner.
ꢀ When recording to a Video mode disc,
programs that are copy-once
ꢀ Use a VR mode formatted disc for
copy-once material.
protected cannot be recorded.
Timer recording is not
possible.
ꢀ Clock in recorder is not set to correct
time.
ꢀ Set clock to correct time. See “Clock
Set” on page 17.
ꢀ Timer has been programmed
incorrectly.
ꢀ Reprogram Timer. See “Timer
Recording” on page 41.
ꢀ Timer record indicator light does not
ꢀ Reprogram Timer.
appear after programming timer.
Stereo Audio Record
and/or Playback is not
present.
ꢀ TV is not Stereo-compatible.
ꢀ No solution.
ꢀ Broadcast program is not in stereo
format.
ꢀ No solution.
ꢀ The recorder A/V Out jacks are not
connected to TV A/V In jacks.
ꢀ Make A/V connections. Stereo is
available only via A/V output from the
recorder.
ꢀ The recorder Audio/Video Out is not
selected for viewing at the TV.
ꢀ Select AUX or A/V source as TV
input.
ꢀ The recorder’s TV audio channel is
set to mono.
ꢀ Set TV audio channel mode to Stereo.
See “Changing TV audio channel” on
page 40.
ꢀ The remote control is not pointed at
the remote sensor of the recorder.
ꢀ Point the remote control at the remote
sensor of the recorder.
The remote control
does not work properly.
ꢀ The remote control is too far from the
recorder.
ꢀ Operate the remote control within
7 m.
ꢀ There is an obstacle in the path of the
ꢀ Remove the obstacle.
remote control and the recorder.
ꢀ The batteries in the remote control
ꢀ Replace the batteries with new ones.
are exhausted.
...you can reset the recorder as follows:
Resetting the recorder
ꢀ
Press and hold the OPERATE button for at least
five seconds. This will force the unit to power off
then turn the unit back on.
If you observe any of the following symptoms...
ꢀ
The unit is plugged in, but the power will not turn
on or off.
ꢀ
Unplug the power cord, wait at least five seconds,
and then plug it in again.
ꢀ
The front panel display is not working.
The recorder is not operating normally.
ꢀ
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Specifications
General
Power requirements
AC 110-240V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
Dimensions (approx.)
Mass (approx.)
45W
430 X 49 X 350 mm (w x h x d) without foot
4.6 kg
Operating temperature
Operating humidity
Television system
Recording format
5˚C to 35˚C
5 % to 90 %
PAL I, B/G, I/I, SECAM D/K, K1 colour system
PAL
Recording
Recording format
Recordable media
DVD Video Recording, DVD-VIDEO
HDD (160GB), DVD-ReWritable, DVD-Recordable, DVD+ReWritable,
DVD+Recordable, DVD+Recordable (Double Layer)
DVD (4.7GB): Approx. 1 hour (HQ mode), 2 hours (SQ mode),
4 hours (LQ mode), 6 hours (EQ mode)
Recordable time
DVD+R DL (8.5GB): Approx. 3 hour (HQ mode),
3 hours 40 minutes (SQ mode), 7 hours 10 minutes (LQ mode),
10 hours 30 minutes (EQ mode)
HDD (160GB): Approx. 42 hours (HQ mode), 82 hours (SQ mode),
152 hours (LQ mode), 226 hours (EQ mode)
Video recording format
Sampling frequency
Compression format
Audio recording format
Sampling frequency
Compression format
27MHz
MPEG 2 (VBR support)
48kHz
Dolby Digital (2 channel)
Playback
Frequency response
DVD (PCM 48 kHz): 8 Hz to 20 kHz, CD: 8 Hz to 20 kHz
DVD (PCM 96 kHz): 8 Hz to 44 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio
Harmonic distortion
Dynamic range
More than 100 dB (AUDIO OUT connector)
Less than 0.008% (AUDIO OUT connector)
More than 95 dB (AUDIO OUT connector)
Inputs
AERIAL IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
DV IN
Aerial input, 75 ohms
1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms, sync negative, RCA jack x 2
0 dBm more than 47 Kohms, RCA jack (L, R) x 2
4 pin (IEEE 1394 standard)
Outputs
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
1 Vp-p 75 Ω, sync negative, RCA jack x 1
(Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync, Mini DIN 4-pin x 1
(C) 0.3 V (p-p) 75 Ω
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
(Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync, RCA jack x 1
(Pb)/(Pr) 0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω, RCA jack x 2
0.5 V (p-p), 75 Ω, RCA jack x 1
3 V (p-p), 75 Ω, Optical connector x 1
2.0 Vrms (1 KHz, 0 dB), 600 Ω, RCA jack (L, R) x 1
Audio output (digital audio)
Audio output (optical audio)
Audio output (analog audio)
Accessory:
Video cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
RF Coaxial Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Audio cable (L, R) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
ꢀ Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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NEC Australia Pty Ltd
A.B.N. 86 001 217 527
Home Electronics Group
NEC Service Centres
New South wales
Sydney
Newcastle
184 Milperra Rd, Revesby, 2212
120 Parry Street, Newcastle West, 2302
(02) 9780-8688
(02) 4926-2466
Victoria
Melbourne
Unit 1/6 Garden Road, Clayton 3168
(03) 8562-6245
Queensland
Brisbane
Southport
Unit 4 / 305 Montague Road, West End 4101
Shop 1, 48 Ferry Road, Southport, 4215
(07) 3840-5858
(07) 5591-3670
South Australia
Adelaide
Perth
84A Richmond Rd, Keswick, 5053
(08) 8375-5710
(08) 9445-5901
Western Australia
45 Sarich Court, Osborne Park, 6017
For service in outer areas, please contact your NEC retailer for the address of the nearest
NEC Australia Pty. Ltd. Authorized Service Centre.
NEC Australia Pty Ltd
244 Beecroft Road EPPING 2121
Tel. 131-632 Fax. (02) 9877 2353
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