LG Electronics USA 9QKE40530 HDD/DVD Recorder User Manual RH7927CML AA1CLL 0309

LG Electronics USA HDD/DVD Recorder RH7927CML AA1CLL 0309

Users Manual

HDD/DVDRECORDEROWNER’S MANUALMODEL : LRH-539Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.RH7927CML.AA1CLL_EVNTCall us and we willguide you throughyour first recording,for free.1-888-542-2623(LGCANADA)http://www.lg.Ca
2This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol withinan equilateral triangle is intended to alert the userto the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltagewithin the product’s enclosure that may be ofsufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electricshock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateraltriangle is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating and maintenance(servicing) instructions in the literatureaccompanying the product.WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined spacesuch as a bookcase or similar unit.CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System.To  ensure proper use of this product, please read thisowner’s manual carefully and retain it for future reference.Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorizedservice center.Performing controls, adjustments, or carrying out proceduresother than those specified herein may result in hazardousradiation exposure.To  prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to openthe enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOTSTARE INTO BEAM.CAUTION: VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPENAND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to water(dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, suchas vases, should be placed on the apparatus.FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radiofrequency energy. Changes or modifications to thisequipment may cause harmful interference unless themodifications are expressly approved in the instructionmanual. The user could lose the authority to operate thisequipment if an unauthorized change or modification ismade.REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15This epuipment has been tested and found to comply withthe limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 ofthe FCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference when theproduct is operated in a residential installation. This productgenerates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation. If thisproduct does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning theproduct off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correctthe interference by one or more of the following measures: •Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. •Increase the separation between the product andreceiver. •Connect the product into an outlet on a circuitdifferent from that to which the receiver is connected. •Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.CAUTION concerning the Power CordMost appliances recommend they be placed upon adedicated circuit;That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only thatappliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits.Check the specification page of this owner's manual to becertain.Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, looseor damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed powercords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous.Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire.Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if itsappearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it,discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replacedwith an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer.Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse,such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, orwalked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets,and the point where the cord exits the appliance.SERIAL NUMBER:You can find the serial number on the back of the unit. Thisnumber is unique to this unit and not available to others. Youshould record requested information here and retain thisguide as a permanent record of your purchase.Model No. ______________________________Serial No. ______________________________CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDEREFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAINOR MOISTURE.CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
3IntroductionContentsIntroduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11Symbol Used in this Manual  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Notes on Discs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Recordable and Playable Discs  . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Playable Discs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Remote Control Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6About the internal hard disk drive  . . . . . . . . . . . .7Card useable on this unit  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Disc-related terms  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Remote Control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Rear Panel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Hookup and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-24Connecting an Antenna or Cable TV  . . . . . . . . .12Connections to Your TV  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Connecting to an Amplifier  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Using the Home Menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Initial Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15General Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-18Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19Audio Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Lock (Parental Control) Settings . . . . . . . . . .20-21Recording Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-22Disc Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23General Explanation of On-Screen Display  . . . .24Playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-37 Playing a HDD, DVD, DivX file or Video CD  .25-28Playing a DivX Movie File  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29-30Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file  . . . . .31-32Program Playback with Audio CD and MP3/WMA file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Viewing a JPEG File  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX file  . . . . . .36-37Recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-43About DVD recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38About HDD recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Timeshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Basic Recording from a TV  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Instant Timer Recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Timer Recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41Simultaneous recording and playback  . . . . . . . .41Checking Timer Recording Details  . . . . . . . . . .42Recording from an External Input  . . . . . . . . . . .42Recording from DV Input  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43Editting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44-50Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview   . . . .44HDD, VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing . . .45Adding Chapter Markers   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Changing Title Thumbnails  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Making a New Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist  .46Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter  . . .47Deleting a Part  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47Naming a Title  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48Sort  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48Undoing/Redoing the Last Deletion  . . . . . . . . . .48Combining Two Titles Into One  . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Divide One Titles Into Two   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Combining Two Chapters Into One  . . . . . . . . . .49Moving a Playlist Chapter  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50Hide a Chapter/Title  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50Protect a Title  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50Dubbing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51-53Before Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51Dubbing from HDD to DVD   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52Dubbing from DVD to HDD  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52One Touch Copy (HDD to DVD)  . . . . . . . . . . . .53One Touch Copy (DVD to HDD)  . . . . . . . . . . . .53Reference  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54-59Additional Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54Overwriting Recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54Viewing Title List menu displayed on other DVD Recorders or Players   . . . . . . . . . . . . .54Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD Players (Finalizing a Disc)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54Language Codes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Area Codes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote Control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56Troubleshooting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57-58Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
4To  ensure proper use of this product, please read thisowner’s manual carefully and retain for futurereference.This manual provides information on the operationand maintenance of your recorder. Should the unitrequire service, contact an authorized service location.Symbol Used in this ManualIndicates hazards likely to cause harm to theunit itself or other material damage.Note:Indicates special notes and operating features.Tip:Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.Asection whose title has one of the following symbolsis applicable only to the disc represented by thesymbol.Titles recorded on the HDDDVD-RW with VR recording modeDVD-RW with Video recording modeDVD+RW discDVD-R discDVD+R discDVD-Video discVideo CDsAudio CDsDivX filesMP3 filesWMA filesJPEG filesAbout the  Symbol Display“  ” may appear on your TV display duringoperation and indicates that the function explained inthis owner’s manual is not available on that specificDVD video disc.Notes on DiscsHandling DiscsDo not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold thedisc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get onthe surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc.Storing DiscsAfter playing, store the disc in its case. Do not exposethe disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat and neverleave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight.Cleaning DiscsFingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poorpicture quality and sound distortion. Before playing,clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc fromthe center out.Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine,thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-staticspray intended for older vinyl records.JPEGWMAMP3DivXACDVCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDDIntroductionMoisture CondensationNever operate this product immediately aftermoving 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 maydamage discs/tapes and internal parts.
5IntroductionRecordable and Playable DiscsDVD-RW (DVD - 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 sameDisc.[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 featuresDVD-R (DVD - 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 featuresDVD+RW (DVD+ ReWritable) These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the sameDisc.Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalization)The edited contents is playable on DVD+RW compatible players only after finalizingRecordings can be edited the title/chapterDVD+R (DVD + 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, addedchapter mark, etc.)Limited title/chapter editing features.DVD+R DL (DVD + 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 anymore.Storage space is nearly doubled with double layer DVD+R media, allowing consumers to burn up to 8.5GB ofvideo on a single DVD+R DL disc.Playable on DVD+R compatible players (after finalization)Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R DL compatible players. (Hide, chapter combine, addedchapter mark, etc.)Limited title/chapter editing features.The recommendable recordable DVD discsDVD-R DVD+R DVD-RW DVD+RW DVD+R(DL)SONY (8x, 16x) SONY (2.4x, 4x, 8x, 16x) Victor (1x, 4x) SONY (2.4x) Mitsubishi (2.4x)TDK (4x, 8x) TDK (4x) Maxell (1x, 2x, 4x) TDK (2.4x) Maxell (2.4x)Imation (2x, 4x) Imation (2.4x, 4x, 8x) Imation (2x) Philips (4x) Verbatim (2.4x)Verbatim (4x, 8x) Mitsubishi (4x, 8x) VerbatimTDK (2x) Ricoh (2.4x) -Panasonic (2x, 4x) Ricoh (2x, 4x, 8x) Mitsubishi (2x) HP (2.4x, 4x) -
6Playable DiscsDVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rentedVideo CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc)VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD formatAudio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchasedCD-R/CD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc)CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, MP3, WMA, JPEG or DivX files.Notes:•Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/±RW) disc itself, someCD-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) maynot be playable.•DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD Recordermay 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 casesin which it may not play because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Checkwith the software publisher for more detailed information.)Regional code of the recorder and DVDsThis recorder is designed and manufactured for playback of Region 1 encoded DVD software.The region code on the labels of some DVD discs indicates which type of the recorder canplay those discs. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled 1 or ALL. If you try to play anyother discs, the message “Incorrect region code. Can’t play back” will appear on the TV screen. Some DVDdiscs may not have a region code label even though their playback is prohibited by area limits.Notes on DVDs and Video CDsSome playback operations of DVDs and Video CDs may be intentionally fixed by software manufacturers. Asthis unit plays DVDs and Video CDs according to disc content designed by the software manufacturer, someplayback 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 purposesmay not be played on the unit.1ALLAbout the Remote ControlPoint the remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons.Battery installationDetach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two (R03/AAA)size batteries with 3and #aligned correctly.CautionDo not mix old and new batteries and never mix different types of batteries such asstandard, alkaline, etc.
7IntroductionAbout the internal hard diskdriveThe internal hard disk drive (HDD) is a fragile piece ofequipment. Please use the recorder following theguidelines below to protect against possible HDDfailure.We recommend that you back up your importantrecordings onto DVD discs in order to protect againstaccidental loss.Do not move the recorder while it is on.Install and use the recorder on a stable, levelsurface.Do not block the rear vent/cooling fan.Do not use the recorder in excessively hot or humidplaces, or in places that may be subject to suddenchanges in temperature. Sudden changes intemperature can cause condensation to form insidethe recorder. This can be a cause of HDD failure.While the recorder is switched on, do not unplugfrom the wall socket or switch the electricity off fromthe breaker switch.Do not move the recorder immediately afterswitching it off. If you need to move the recorder,please follow the steps below:1. After the message POWER OFF is shown in thedisplay, wait at least two minutes.2. Unplug from the wall socket.3. Move the recorder.If there’s a power failure while the recorder is onthere is a chance that some data on the HDD willbe lost. The HDD is very delicate. If used improperly or inan unsuitable environment, it is possible that theHDD will fail after a few years of use. Signs ofproblems include playback unexpectedly freezingand noticeable block noise (mosaic) in the picture.However, sometimes there will be no warning signsof HDD failure.If the HDD fails, no playback of recorded materialwill be possible. In this case it will be necessary toreplace the HDD unit.Card useable on this unitCompact Flash Card (CF)Micro Drive (MD)Secure Digital Card (SD)Multi Media Card (MMC)SmartMedia Card (SMC)xD-Picture Card (xD)Memory Stick (MS)Memory Stick Pro (MS-Pro)magicstor (except magicstor PLUS)Compatible with: FAT 12, FAT 16, or FAT 32Only use the memory cards recommended above.Regarding Write ProtectFor cards that have a write protect switch, if the switchis on it will not be possible to write, erase or formatthe card.Inserting/Removing the Memory CardInserting the card: Insert straight-in until it fits intoplace.Removing the card: Withdraw the card carefully.Notes:•Keep the memory card out of reach of children. Ifswallowed, seek medical advice immediately.•Amemory card may not be used for this recorder •Do not extract the memory card in operating(play, copy, move, etc.). Using Memory Card1. Insert a memory card.2. Press HOME on the remote control.3. Select [MEMORY CARD] option then press B.4. Select [Memory Card 1] or  [Memory Card 2] thenpress ENTER.5. Select the [TV(HDD)], [MUSIC], or [PHOTO]option.Details for the options are on page 17.Insert CF, MD, ormagicstor cardInsert SD, MMC, SMC,xD, MS, or MS-Pro card
8Disc-related termsDVD +R (Double Layer) Double layer recording technology offers tworecordable layers on a single DVD disc, providingnearly double the capacity of 4.7GB single layerDVDs. The greatest, most valuable benefit of doublelayer recording technology is increased capacity.Storage space is nearly doubled with double layerDVD+R media, allowing consumers to burn up to8.5GB of video on a single DVD+R disc.DVD ±R / DVD ±RW DVD -R and DVD +R are two different standards forrecordable DVD drives and discs. This format allowsinformation to be recorded onto the DVD disc onlyonce. DVD +RW and DVD -RW are two standards forre-writable media, meaning the DVD content can beerased and re-recorded. Single-sided discs can hold4.38 Gigabytes and double-sided discs hold twice asmuch. There are no double layer single sidedrecordable discs. VCD (Video CD)AVCD holds up to 74 minutes (650 MB disc) or 80minutes (700 MB disc) of MPEG-1 full-motion videoalong with quality stereo sound.MPEGMPEG is an international standard for video and audiocompression. MPEG-1 is used in encoding video forVCD and provides for multichannel surround soundcoding such as PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEGaudio.MP3MP3 is a popular compression format used for digitalaudio files that yields very high near-CD quality. WMAWindows media audio file. A type of coding / decodingdeveloped by Microsoft Corp.JPEGJoint Pictures Expert Group. JPEG is a compressedfile format that allows you to save images with no limiton the number of colors. DivXDivX is the name of a revolutionary new video codecwhich is based on the new MPEG-4 compressionstandard for video.You will be able to play DivXmovies using this recorder.PBC: Playback Control (Video CD only)Playback control is available for Video CD (VCD)version 2.0 disc formats. PBC allows you to interactwith the system via menus, search functions, or othertypical computer-like operations. Moreover, stillpictures of high resolution can be played if they areincluded in the disc. Video CDs not equipped withPBC (Version 1.1) operate in the same way as audioCDs.Title (DVD video discs only)Atitle is generally a distinct section of a DVD disc. Forexample the main feature could be title 1, adocumentary describing how the film was made couldbe title 2, and cast interviews could be title 3. Eachtitle is assigned a reference number enabling you tolocate it easily.Chapter (DVD video discs only)Achapter is a segment of a title such as a scene in afilm or one interview in a series. Each chapter isassigned a chapter number, enabling you to locate thechapter you want. Depending on the disc, chaptersmay not be recorded.Scene (VCD)On a video CD with PBC (playback control) functions,moving pictures and still pictures are divided intosections called “scenes”. Each scene is displayed inthe menu screen and assigned a scene number,enabling you to locate the scene you want. A scene iscomposed of one or several tracks.Track Adistinct element of audiovisual information, such asthe 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 youto locate the track you want. DVD discs allow onetrack of video (with multiple angles) and several tracksof audio.
9IntroductionaPOWER button and indicatorSwitches the recorder ON or OFF. Lights up red when the recorder is in standbymode.bHDD/DVDSet the recorder’s mode to HDD or DVD. cN/ X(PLAY / PAUSE)Starts playback.Pause playback or recording temporarily,  press again to exit pause mode.dx(STOP)Stops playback or recording.ez(REC)Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set therecording time.fCH (V/v)Scans up or down through memorized channels.gDisc TrayInsert a disc here.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 bBDVD: The recorder is dubbing.TV: Indicates when the recorder is in TV tunermode.:Indicates when the recorder is in timerrecording or a timer recording is programmed.: Indicates clock, total playingtime, elapsed time, title number, chapter/tracknumber, channel, etc.jRemote SensorPoint the recorder remote control here.kINPUT 2 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an externalsource (Audio system, TV/ Monitor, VCR,Camcorder, etc.).lINPUT 2 (S-VIDEO IN)Connect the S-Video output of an external source(TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.).mDV INConnect the DV output of a digital camcorder.nTIMESHIFTActivates pause live TV/playback (timeshift) for alive TV program.oMEMORY CARD Slot 1Insert a memory card (CF/MD/magicstor).pMEMORY CARD Slot 2Insert a memory card (SD/MMC/SMC/xD/MS/MSPro).Front PanelT/S RECHDDTVDVDabcde f g h i jklmn o p
100-9 numerical buttons: Selectsnumbered options in a menu.3D SURR.: Selects 3DSURROUND during playback.b/ B/ v/ V(left/right/up/down):Selects an option in the menu.v/ V (up/down): Scans up ordown through memorizedchannels.A-B: Repeat sequence.ANGLE: Selects a DVD cameraangle, if available.AUDIO: Selects an audiolanguage (DVD) or an audiochannel (VCD). INPUT: Changes the input to usefor recording  (Tuner, AV1-2, or DVIN).CHP ADD: Inserts a chaptermarker when playing/recording.CLEAR: Removes a track numberon the Program List or a mark onthe Marker Search menu.DISPLAY: Accesses On-ScreenDisplay.DUBBING: Copies DVD to HDD(or HDD to DVD).ENTER-Acknowledges menu selection.-Displays information whileviewing a TV program. HOME: Accesses or removes theHOME menu.I.SKIP (INSTANT SKIP) : Skips 15seconds forward on the disc(about the length of a typical TV:commercial).MARKER: Marks any point duringplayback.MENU/LIST: Accesses menu on aDVD disc. Switches between TitleList-Original and Title List-Playlistmenu.OPEN/CLOSE (Z): Opens andcloses the disc tray.PAUSE/STEP (X) : Pauseplayback or recording temporarily,press again to exit pause mode.PIP: Selects PIP function on or off.N(PLAY): Starts playback.POWER: Switches the recorderON or OFF.RANDOM: Plays tracks in randomorder.zREC: Starts recording. Pressrepeatedly to set the recordingtime.REC MODE: Selects the recordingmode (HQ, SQ, LQ or EQ).REPEAT: Repeat chapter, track,title, all.RETURN (O)-Removes the menu.-Displays the menu of a video CDwith PBC.SCAN (m/ M): Searchbackward or forward.SEARCH: Displays Marker Searchmenu.SETUP: Accesses or removes theSetup menu.SKIP (./ >): Go to nextchapter or track. Returns tobeginning of current chapter ortrack or go to previous chapter ortrack.STOP (x): Stops playback orrecording.SUBTITLE: Selects a subtitlelanguage.THUMBNAIL: Selects a thumbnailpicture for the current title andchapter for use in the Original andPlaylist menu.TIMER REC: Displays TimerRecord menu.TIMESHIFT: Activates pause liveTV/playback (timeshift) for a liveTV program.TITLE: Displays the disc’s Titlemenu, if available.TV/DVD: To   view channelsselected by the recorder tuner orby the TV tuner.TV Control Buttons-POWER: Turns the TV on or off.-INPUT: Selects the TV’s source.-CH +/–: Selects TV’s channel.-VOL +/–: Adjusts TV’s volume.-MUTE: Temporarily turns TVsound OFF, press again torestore.ZOOM: Enlarges DVD videoimage.Remote Control
11Hookup andSettingsaANT.INConnect the antenna to this terminal.bAUDIO OUT (Left/Right)Connect to a TV with audio inputs.cVIDEO OUTConnect to a TV with video inputs.dCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT/PROGRESSIVESCAN (Y Pb Pr)Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.eS-VIDEO OUTConnect to a S-Video Input on TV.fOPTICAL (Digital audio out jack) Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.gCooling fanhAC Power CordPlug into the power source.iRF. OUTConnect to a TV with RF coaxial inputs.jAUDIO IN 1 (Left/Right)Connect the audio output of an external source(Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).kVIDEO IN 1Connect the video output of an external source(Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).lCOAXIAL (Digital audio out jack) Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.abcde f ghijklRear PanelHookup and SettingsDepending on your TV and other equipment there are various ways you can connect therecorder. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System or other devices asnecessary for additional connection information.Notes:•Make sure the Recorder is connected directly to the TV and 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 the Recorder via another VCR. The DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection system. •The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. Position the units away from eachother or turn off the unit after removing the disc.
12Connecting an Connecting an Antenna Antenna or Cable TVor Cable TVaaAntenna:Disconnect the antenna from the rear of the TV andidentify the antenna cable. If it is a round 75 ohmcoaxial cable connect it directly to the jack markedANT.IN on your Recorder. If your antenna cable is flatconnect it to a 300-ohm to 75-ohm antenna adaptor(not supplied) and slip the adaptor over the ANT.INjack. Don’t attempt to screw it into to the Recorder.bbCable TV:If your cable connection has no converter ordescrambler, unscrew the cable from your TV andattach it to the ANT.IN jack on the Recorder. If aconverter is required connect a coaxial cable from thewall jack to the IN connector on the converter, and acoaxial cable from the OUT connector on theconverter to the ANT.IN on your Recorder. This cablehookup permits both TV and Recorder operation. To view or record a CATV channel1Tune the TV to the Recorder output channel (CH 3or 4).2Set the Recorder channel selector to the cableoutput channel. (Example: CH3)3Select a channel using the cable converter.Notes:•With this connection, you cannot record one programwhile viewing another.•If you are using a cable box to tune channels, it is notnecessary to do Auto Channel Set.Connections to your TVConnections to your TVMake one of the following connections, depending onthe capabilities of your TV.RF coaxial connectionConnect the RF.OUT jack on the Recorder to theantenna in jack on the TV using the supplied 75-ohmCoaxial Cable (R). TV RF.OUT jack passes the signalthrough from the ANT.IN jack.How to set the Recorder’s RF output channel1. When the Recorder is turned off, press and holdCH (V/v) on the front panel for more than fiveseconds. [ch03] or [ch04] appears in the displaywindow.2. Press CH (V/v) to change the RF output channel(ch03 or ch04). 3. Tune the TV to this channel.Video connection Connect the DVD/VCR VIDEO OUT jack on theRecorder to the video in jack on the TV using thevideo cable supplied (V).Note:If you use this connection, set the TV’s source selector toVIDEO.S-Video connection Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the Recorder tothe S-Video in jack on the TV using the optional S-Video cable (S).Antenna AntennaOR ORabRear of the recorderLRAUDIO INPUT VIDEO INPUTPrPbYRear of TVA V CCOMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCANVIDEO INPUTSS-VIDEO INPUT
13IntroductionHookup andSettingsPlaybackRecordingEdittingDubbingReferenceComponent Video / Progressive Scan connectionIf your television is a high-definition or “digital ready”television, you may take advantage of the Recorder’sprogressive scan output for the highest videoresolution possible. Connect the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCANVIDEO OUT jacks on the Recorder to thecorresponding in jacks on the TV using an optional YPb Pr cable (C).Notes:•Set Progressive Scan option to [ON] in the setup menu,see page 17.•Progressive Scan does not work with the RF,Audio/Video or S-Video connections.•If your TV does not accept the Progressive Scan format,the picture will appear scrambled.•When you use Component Video signal, set theProgressive Scan to [OFF] on the setup menu.Audio connection Connect the Left and Right DVD/VCR AUDIO OUTjacks on the Recorder to the audio left/right in jackson the TV using the supplied audio cables (A).Connection to an Connection to an AmplifierAmplifierConnecting to an amplifier equipped with twochannel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic II/ProLogicConnect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT (or DVD/VCRAUDIO OUT) jacks on the Recorder to the audio leftand right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereosystem using the audio cables (A) supplied.Connecting to an amplifier equipped with twochannel digital stereo (PCM) or to an Audio/Videoreceiver equipped with a multi-channel decoder(Dolby Digital™, MPEG 2, or DTS)1. Connect one of the Recorder’s DIGITAL AUDIOOUT jacks ( OPTICAL O, COAXIAL X) to thecorresponding in jack on your amplifier. Use anoptional digital (OPTICAL O, COAXIAL X) audiocable.2. You will need to activate the Recorder ’s digitaloutput. (See [Audio Settings] on page 19).Digital Multi-channel soundAdigital multi-channel connection provides the bestsound quality. For this you need a multi-channelAudio/Video receiver that supports one or more of theaudio formats supported by your Recorder (MPEG 2,Dolby Digital and DTS). Check the receiver manualand the logos on the front of the receiver.Caution:Due to the DTS Licensing agreement, the digital output will be in DTS digital out when DTS audiostream is selected.Notes:•If the audio format of the digital output does not matchthe capabilities of your receiver, the receiver will producea strong, distorted sound or no sound at all. •Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via digitalconnection can only be obtained if your receiver isequipped 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 multichannel surround, you must connect this Recorder to aDTS compatible receiver via one of this Recorder’sdigital audio outputs.Manufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and thedouble-D symbol are trademarks of DolbyLaboratories.DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks ofDigital Theater Systems, Inc. Rear of the recorderRLAUDIO INPUT DIGITAL INPUTCOAXIALDIGITAL INPUTOPTICALAmplifier (Receiver)A X O
14Connecting to the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2JacksConnect the input jacks (INPUT1, INPUT2) on therecorder to the audio/video out jacks on youraccessory component, using audio/video cables.Note: If you use the S-VIDEO IN jack on the front panel, theVIDEO IN jack on the front panel is not available.Connecting a Digital CamcorderUsing the front panel DV IN jack, it is possible to connect a DV digital camcorder and digitally transferDV tapes to DVD.Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DVin/out jack of your DV camcorder to the front panel DVIN jack of this recorder.Note: This jack is for connection to DV digital camcorderonly. It is not compatible with digital satellite tuners orD-VHS video decks.LRVIDEO OUTPUTAUDIO OUTPUTS-VIDEO OUTPUTJack panel of Accessory Component (VCR, Camcorder, etc.)Rear of the recorderFront of the recorderORORDV Digital CamcorderFront of the recorderDVIN/OUT
15Hookup andSettingsUsing the Home MenuUsing the Home MenuFrom the Home Menu screen you can access all theMedia (HDD, DISC, MEMORY CARD) for playbackand recording of the recorder. 1. Press HOME to display the Home Menu screen.2. Use the v/ Vand ENTER buttons to select amedia you want. Options appears.3. Use the v/ Vand ENTER buttons to select theoption you want. 4. To exit the HOME menu, press HOME.TV (HDD): Returns to live TV viewing for HDDrecording.TV (DVD): Returns to live TV viewing for DVDrecording.TITLE LIST: Displays the Title List menu.MOVIE: Plays back the movie of the DVD-Video, Video CD. Or Displays Movie menu.MUSIC: Displays Music (or Audio CD) menu.PHOTO: Displays Photo menu.Initial SettingsInitial SettingsIn this menu system, there are several ways tocustomize the settings provided. Most menus consistof three levels to set up the options, but some requiregreater depth for the variety of settings.General Operation1. Press SETUP and the Setup menu appears. 2. Use v / V to select the desired option.3. While the desired item is selected, press Btomove to the second level.4. Use v / V to select the second desired option.5. Press Bto move to the third level.6. Use v / V to select the desired setting then pressENTER to confirm your selection.Some items require additional steps.7. Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.Note:Press bto go back to the previous level.General SettingsGeneral SettingsTuning Band Select1Select the [Tuning Band] option then press B.2Use v / V to select the tuning band (TV or CATV)option then press ENTER.TV: If you are using a standard antenna to receivechannels. CATV: If you are using basic cable to receivechannels.Auto Channel SetConnect the Recorder to the desired type of antennaor cable TV system as shown on page 16.This Recorder is equipped with a frequencysynthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 181channels. These include VHF channels 2-13, UHFchannels 14-69 and CATV channels 1-125. 1Select the [Auto Channel Set] option.2Press Bto move to the third level.[Start] icon is highlighted.3Press ENTER to begin the channel search.The tuner will automatically cycle through all available channels in the area and place them inthe tuner’s memory.Note:After the Auto Channel Set proceeding is complete,make sure the Tuning Band is set appropriately (TV orCATV) on tuning band, follow steps 1~3 as shownprevious (Tuning Band Select) to choose the correctTuning Band (TV or CATV).
16To Add or Erase Channels from MemoryThis feature allows you to add to or erase channelsfrom memory manually.1. Select the [CH. Add/Del] option.2. Press Bto move to the third level.[Edit] icon is highlighted.3. Press ENTER and the Channel Edit menuappears.4. Use v / V or number buttons to select a channelthen press b.5. Use v / V to tunes the channel to obtain a clearpicture, then press ENTER.6. Press B.[Add] or [Delete] icon is highlighted.7. Press ENTER to confirm your setting.8. Repeat steps 4-7 to add or erase additional channels.9. Press SETUP or RETURN to exit the menu.Clock Set1. Select the [Clock Set] option.2. Press Bto move to the third level.AutoThe Auto option is set at the factory. In the Auto option,the Recorder looks for a channel carrying XDS(Extended Data Services) information. XDS updates theclock using the Coordinated Universal Time. 1. Use b/B to choose the option and use v/V tochange the setting. [Band] Select the band.[PBS Ch.] Select the channel. [Time Zone] Choose your time zone.When Timezone is set to Auto, the Recorder willuse XDS information to determine the propersetting.[Daylight] Choose the Daylight Savings.When it is set to Auto, the Recorder will useXDS information to determine the proper setting.2. Press ENTER to confirm your setting.Note :The Auto Clock Feature enables the Recorder to set upthe clock when the Recorder is turned off.ManualIf your local TV station does not send date and timeinformation, or sends incorrect information, you can setthe clock manually.1. Enter the necessary information for year, date andtime.b / B (left/right): Moves the cursor to the previous ornext column.v / V (up/down): Changes the setting at the currentcursor position.2. Press ENTER to confirm your setting.3. Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
17Hookup andSettingsTV AspectSelects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3standard or wide).[4:3] Select this when connecting to a 4:3 screenTV. When you select [4:3], set [Display Mode]below.[16:9] Select this when connecting to a wide-screenTV or TV with a wide mode function.Display ModeSelects how to display a wide picture on the screenwhen [4:3] is selected in [TV Aspect].[Letter Box] Displays a wide picture with bands onthe upper and lower portions of the screen.[Pan Scan] Automatically displays a wide picture onthe entire screen and cuts off the portions that donot fit.Progressive ScanProgressive Scan Video provides the highest qualitypictures with less flickering.[ON] :Using the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVESCAN VIDEO OUT jacks for connection toa TV or monitor that is compatible with aprogressive scan signal.[OFF] :Using the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVESCAN VIDEO OUT jacks, but areconnecting the Recorder to a standard(analog) television.CautionOnce the setting for Progressive Scan output isentered, an image will only be visible on aProgressive Scan compatible TV or monitor. If you setProgressive Scan to [ON] in error, you must reset theRecorder. First, remove the disc in the Recorder.Next, press STOP (x) and hold it for five secondsbefore releasing it. The video output will be restored tothe standard setting, and a picture will once again bevisible on a conventional analog TV or monitor.
PBCPBC stands for Playback Control and refers to specialmenus and navigation features that are available onsome Video CDs.[ON] Video CDs are played according to the PBC, ifavailable.[OFF] Video CDs are played the same way as AudioCDs.InitializationYou can reset the recorder to its original factorysettings and initialize the HDD or Memory Card.[Factory Set] You can reset the Recorder to itsoriginal factory settings. Some options cannot bereset (Rating, Password, and Area Code).[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 beerased.1. Select [Initialize] option then press B.2. Press v/ Vto select the desired option then pressENTER. The confirm message will appear.3. Use b/ Bto select [Yes] or [No] then pressENTER.Power Save ModeSet Power Save Mode to On to place your DVD/VCRRecorder into an economic power save mode.Language SettingsLanguage SettingsDisplay MenuSelect a language for the Setup menu and informationdisplay. Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle[Original]Refers to the original language in whichthe disc was recorded.[Other] To select another language, press numberbuttons then ENTER to enter the corresponding 4-digit number according to the language code listin the reference chapter (see page 58). If you enterthe wrong language code, press CLEAR.[OFF] (for Disc Subtitle) : Turn off Subtitle.18
19Hookup andSettingsAudio SettingsAudio SettingsEach DVD disc has a variety of audio output options.Set the recorder’s Audio Output according to the typeof audio system you use. Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG[Bitstream]: Select “Bitstream” if you connect therecorder’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to an amplifieror other equipment with a Dolby Digital, DTS orMPEG decoder.[PCM] (for Dolby Digital / MPEG): Select whenconnected to a two-channel digital stereo amplifier.DVDs encoded in Dolby Digital or MPEG will beautomatically downmixed to two-channel PCMaudio.[OFF] (for DTS): If you select [OFF], the DTS signalis not output through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack.Sampling FrequencyIf your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable ofhandling 96 kHz signals, select [48 kHz]. When thischoice is made, this unit will automatically convert any96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decodethem. If your receiver or amplifier is capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select [96 kHz]. When this choice ismade, this unit will pass each type of signal throughwithout any further processing. DRC (Dynamic Range Control) With the DVD format, you can hear a program’ssoundtrack in the most accurate and realisticpresentation possible, thanks to digital audiotechnology. However, you may wish to compress thedynamic range of the audio output (the differencebetween the loudest sounds and the quietest ones).Then, you may listen to a movie at a lower volumewithout losing clarity of sound. Set DRC to [ON] forthis effect.VocalSet Vocal to [ON] only when a multi-channel karaokeDVD is playing. The karaoke channels on the disc willmix into normal stereo sound.
20Lock (Parental Control)Lock (Parental Control)SettingsSettingsRatingSome movies contain scenes that may not be suitablefor children to view. Many of these discs containparental control information that applies to thecomplete disc or to certain scenes on the disc. Moviesand scenes are rated from 1 to 8, depending on thearea. DVD video discs may or may not respond to theparental control setting if the Area code of the disc isset wrongly. Some discs offer more suitable scenes asan alternative. Ratings are area dependent. Theparental control feature allows you to block access toscenes below the rating you input, thereby preventingyour children from being able to view material youbelieve is unsuitable. 1. Select [Rating] option then press B.2. To access the Rating, Password and Area Codefeatures, you must input the 4-digit security codeyou created. If you have not yet entered a security code youare prompted to do so. Input a 4-digit code andpress ENTER. Enter it again and press ENTER toverify. If you make a mistake before pressingENTER, press CLEAR.3. Select a rating using the v/ Vbuttons.[1] - [8]: Rating one (1) has the most restrictionsand rating eight (8) is the least restrictive.[No Limit]: If you select [No Limit], parental controlis not active and the disc plays in full.4. Press ENTER to confirm your rating selection,then press SETUP to exit the menu.Note:If you set a rating for the recorder, all disc scenes withthe same rating or lower are played. Higher ratedscenes are not played unless an alternate scene isavailable on the disc. The alternative must have thesame rating or a lower one. If no suitable alternative isfound, playback stops. You must enter the 4-digitpassword or change the rating level in order to playthe disc.Set PasswordYou can enter or change password.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 thenpress ENTER. Input it again to verify.3. Press SETUP to exit the menu.If you forget your passwordIf you forget your password you can clear it using thefollowing steps:1. Press SETUP to display the Setup menu.2. Input the 5-digit number [210499]. The messageappears, select [Yes] then press ENTER. Thesecurity code is cleared. 3. Enter a new code as described above.Area Code Enter the Area Code whose standards were used torate the DVD video disc, based on the list in the reference chapter (see p. 51).1. Select [Area Code] option then press B.2. Follow step 2 as shown [Rating].3. Select the first character using v/Vbuttons.4. Shift the cursor using Bbuttons and select thesecond character using v/ Vbuttons.5. Press ENTER to confirm your area code selection, then press SETUP to exit the menu.
21Hookup andSettingsDivX Registration Code We provide you the DivX®VOD (Video On Demandregistration code that allows you to rent and purchasevideos using the DivX®VOD servie. For moreinformation, visit www.divx.com/vod.1. Select [About DivX(R)] option then press B.2. Press ENTER while [Enter] is selected and theregistration code will appear.3. Use the registration code to purchase or rent thevideos from Divx®VOD service at www.divx.com/vod.Follow the instructions and download the video onto adisc for playback on this unit.Note:All the downloaded videos from DivX®VOD can onlybe played back on this unit.Recording SettingsRecording SettingsRecord Mode SetYou can set the picture quality for recording; HQ (High Quality), SQ (Standard Quality), LQ (Low Quality), EQ (Extend Quality).1. Select [Rec Mode Set] option then press B.2. Use v/ Vto select a desired Record Mode (HQ,SQ, LQ or EQ).3. Press ENTER to confirm your selection, thenpress SETUP to exit the menu.Record AspectWhen DVD recording, you can set the recordingaspect ratio to suit the material you’re recording (16:9or 4:3).DivX
22DV Recording AudioYou need to set this if you have a camcorder using32kHz/12-bit sound connected to the front panel DVIN jack.Some digital camcorders have two stereo tracks foraudio. One is recorded at the time of shooting; theother is for overdubbing after shooting.On the Audio 1 setting, the sound that was recordedwhile shooting is used. On the Audio 2 setting, the overdubbed sound isused.Auto ChapterDuring recording, chapter markers are addedautomatically at fixed intervals. You can set thisinterval to 5 minutes, 10 minutes or 15 minutes. Toturn off automatic chapter marking, select “None”.Disc SettingsDisc FormatIf you load a completely blank disc, the recorder willinitialize the disc. •DVD-R: The recorder initialize the disc to Video mode.The recording mode will always be Video mode.•DVD-RW: The Initialize menu will appear. Select [VRMode] or [Video Mode] then press ENTER.•DVD+R(DL): The Initialize menu will appears. Select[Yes] then press ENTER.  •DVD+RW: The recorder initialize the disc to DVD+RWmode.  Also, you can reformat the DVD-RW/DVD+RW fromthe Setup menu as below.1Select the [Disc Format] option then press B. [Start] icon is highlighted.2Press ENTER.•In case of DVD-RW, use b / B to select a desiredDisc Initialize Mode (VR Mode or Video Mode)then press ENTER.•In case of DVD+RW, use b / B to select [OK],and press ENTER.It takes a few moments to format the disc.CautionIf you want to change the disc format, everythingrecorded on the disc will be erased.
23Hookup andSettingsFinalizeFinalizing ‘fixes’ the recordings in place so that thedisc can be played on a regular DVD player orcomputer equipped with a suitable DVD-ROM drive.Finalizing a Video mode disc creates a menu screenfor navigating the disc. This is accessed by pressingMENU/LIST or TITLE.CautionOnce you have finalized a DVD-R and DVD+R disc,you cannot edit or record anything else on that discexcept DVD+RW. However, you can record and edit aDVD-RW disc by choosing [Unfinalize] option.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.Notes:•Finalization can take up to 3-4 minutes or moredepending on the type of disc, how much is recorded onthe 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 theFinalize 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 notavailable. To finalize, set [Disc Protect] option to [OFF].Disc LabelUse this to enter a name for the disc. This nameappears when you load the disc and when you displaydisc information on-screen.The disc label can be up to 32 characters long.For discs formatted on a different recorder, you willsee only a limited character set.1Select the [Disc Label] option  then press B.[Edit] icon is highlighted.2Press ENTER.Keyboard menu appears.To  enter characters, see page 51.Disc ProtectWhen recording in DVD+RW / +R disc or VR modeformatted DVD-RW disc, set to [ON] to prevent accidental recording, editing or deleting of the discloaded. If you need to unlock the disc to make edits,select [OFF].
24General Explanation of General Explanation of On-Screen DisplayOn-Screen DisplaySome DVDs require specific operation or allow onlylimited operation during playback. When this occurs,is displayed, action prohibited or not available.Displaying Information While Watching TVDuring viewing the TV, press ENTER or DISPLAYto display/remove the information displayed on-screen.e.g., when DVD-RW in VR mode is inserted.Displaying Disc Information on-screenYou can display various information about the disc ortape loaded on-screen. Some items can be changedusing the menu.1. Press DISPLAY once to show current status.Example: DVD-RW in VR mode2. Press DISPLAY once again to show variousplayback information.The items displayed differ depending on the disctype or playing status. 3. You can select an item by pressing v/ Vandchange or select the setting by pressing b/ B.For details about each item, see the pages inparentheses.[Title]: Current title (or track) number/totalnumber of titles (or tracks) (page 25)[Chapter]: Current chapter number/total numberof chapters (page 25)[Time]: Elapsed playing time (page 26)[Audio]: Selected audio language (DVD VIDEOonly) or audio channel (page 27)[Subtitle]: Selected subtitle (page 28)[Angle]: Selected angle/total number of angles(page 27)[Sound]: Selected sound mode (page 27)Note:If no button is pressed for 10 seconds, the on-screendisplay disappears.Indicates disc nameand format.Indicates channel number, station name, and audiosignal (STEREO, MONO) received by the tuner.Indicates the record mode, free space, and elapsedtime progress bar.Indicates operational mode of the recorder.(HDD, DVD, VCD, etc.)Indicates current date and time.
25PlaybackPlaybackPlaying a HDD, DVD, DivX filePlaying a HDD, DVD, DivX fileor Vor Video CDideo CDPlayback Setup1. Load your chosen disc in the tray, with the playback side down.  2. Starts playback using HOME menu (see page 17).In some cases, the disc menu might appearinstead. Use the bB v Vbuttons to select the title/chapteryou want to view, then press ENTER to start.Press TITLE or LIST/DISC MENU to return to themenu screen.Use the number buttons to select the track youwant to view and press RETURN to return to themenu screen. Menu settings and operatingprocedures may differ. Follow the instructions oneach menu screen. You may also set PBC to [Off](See page 27).3. To stop the playback, press STOP x.The unit records the stopped point, depending onthe disc. “Xx” appears on the screen briefly.Press N(PLAY) to resume playback (from thescene point). If you press STOP (x)again orunload the disc (“x” appears on the screen.), theunit will clear the stopped point.Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to remove the disc.Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to close disc tray orpress POWER (1), the disc tray closesautomatically and unit turns off.Notes:•If parental control is set and the disc is not within therating settings you must input the password. (See [Rating] on page 19).•DVDs may have a region code. Your Recorder will notplay discs that have a region code different from yourRecorder. The region code for this player is 1 (one).•Unless stated otherwise, all operations described use theRemote Control. Some features may also be available onthe Setup menu. Moving to another TITLE When a disc has more than one title, you can move toanother title as follows:•Press DISPLAY twice then use v/ Vto select thetitle icon. Then, press the appropriate numberedbutton (0-9) or b/ Bto select a title number.Moving to another CHAPTER/TRACK When a title on a disc has more than one chapter or adisc has more than one track, you can move toanother chapter/track as follows:•Press SKIP (>or .)briefly during playbackto select the next chapter/track or to return to thebeginning of the current chapter/track.•Press SKIP . twice in quick successions tostep back to the previous chapter/track.•To go directly to any chapter/track during playback, press DISPLAY twice and use v/Vtoselect the chapter or track (for Video CD) icon.Input the chapter/track number or use b/B.Search 1. Press SCAN (mor M)during playback.2. Press SCAN (mor M)repeatedly to select therequired speed. (forward and backward) ;HDD, DVD ; 5 steps Video CD; 3 steps3. To exit SEARCH mode, press PLAY.Still Picture and Frame-by-FramePlayback1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback. Advancethe picture frame-by-frame by pressingPAUSE/STEP (X) repeatedly.2. To exit still motion mode, press PLAY.Tips:•You can advance or back up the picture frame-by-frame by pressing b/ Brepeatedly during PAUSEmode. •The picture frame-by-frame in reverse is notavailable for Video CD.VCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDDVCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRDivXDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDDVCDDVD
26Slow Motion 1. Press SCAN (mor M) during pause mode.2. Use the SCAN (mor M) to select the requiredspeed.DVD, HDD; 4 steps (forward and backward)Video CD; 3 steps (forward only)3. To exit Slow Motion mode, press PLAY (N).Random 1. Press RANDOM during playback.The unit automatically begins Random Playbackand “RANDOM” appears on the TV screen.2Press RANDOM again to normal.Tip:By pressing SKIP >during Random playback, theunit selects another title (track) and resumes Randomplayback.Notes:•This function only works with DVD Karaoke discsor video CDs without PBC.•On a Video CD with PBC, you must set PBC toOFF in the Setup menu to use the this function.See page 20.RepeatPress 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 (VR mode DVD-RW,or Video CD).[Track]: repeats the current track. (Video CD only)[OFF] does not play repeatedly.Note:On a Video CD with PBC, you must set PBC to [OFF]in the Setup menu to use the this function. See page20.Repeat A-B To  repeat a sequence. 1. Press A-B at your chosen starting point. [A - ]appears briefly on the TV screen. 2. Press A-B again at your chosen end point. [A - B] appears briefly on the TV screen and therepeat sequence begins. 3. Press A-B again to cancel.Note:During HDD playback, you cannot select a sequenceless than 5 seconds.Time Search To  start playing at any chosen time on the disc:1. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The timesearch box shows the elapsed playing time.2. Press v/Vto select the time clock icon and [0:00:00] appears.3. Input the required start time in hours, minutes, andseconds from left to right. If you enter the wrong numbers, press b/Btomove the under bar (_) to the wrong number. Thenenter the correct numbers.4. Press ENTER to confirm. Playback starts from theselected time.Zoom Use zoom to enlarge the video image.1. Press ZOOM during playback or still playback toactivate the Zoom function.2. Each press of the ZOOM button changes the TVscreen in the sequence shown below.x1 size →x2 size →x4 size →x1 size (normal size)3. Use the b/ B/ v/ Vbuttons to move through thezoomed picture.4. To resume normal playback, press ZOOMrepeatedly or CLEAR button.Note:The zoom function may not work on some DVDs.VCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDDDivXDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDDVCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDDVCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDDVCDKaraoke DVDVCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDD
27PlaybackMarker SearchTo enter a Marker You can start playback from up to six memorizedpoints. To enter a marker, press MARKER at thedesired point on the disc. The Marker icon appears onthe TV screen briefly. Repeat to enter up to sixmarkers.To Recall or Clear a Marked Scene1. During disc playback, press SEARCH. The markersearch menu appears on the screen.2. Use b/ B/ v/ Vto select a marked scene thatyou want to recall or clear.3. Press ENTER and playback starts from themarked scene. Or, Press CLEAR and use b/ Btoselect [Yes] then press ENTER to delete markedscene from the list.4. To remove the Marker Search menu,press RETURN (O)Checking the Contents of DVDVideo Discs: MenusDVDs may contain menus that allow you to access special features. To open the disc menu, pressMENU/LIST. Then, press the appropriate numberbutton to select an option. Or, use the b/ B/ v/ Vbuttons to highlight your selection, then press ENTER.Title Menu 1. Press TITLE.If the current title has a menu, the menu willappear on the TV screen. Otherwise, the discmenu may not appear.2. The menu offers features such as camera angles,spoken language and subtitle options, andchapters for the title.Disc Menu 1. Press MENU/LIST and the disc menu is displayed.2. Press MENU/LIST again to exit.Camera Angle If the disc contains scenes recorded at differentcamera angles, you can change to a different cameraangle during playback. Press ANGLE  then press b/Brepeatedly during playback to select a desiredangle. Note that the number of the current angleappears on the display.Tip:The Camera Angle icon is displayed on the TV screen whenalternate angles are available.Changing the Audio Soundtrack Press AUDIO then press b/ Brepeatedly duringplayback to hear a different audio language or audiosoundtrack if available.Note:Some discs feature both Dolby Digital and DTSsoundtracks. There is no analog audio output whenDTS is selected. To listen to the DTS soundtrack,connect this recorder to a DTS decoder via one of thedigital outputs. See page 13 for connection details.Changing the Audio ChannelPress AUDIO then press b/ Brepeatedly duringplayback to hear a different audio channel;With DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode and HDDthat 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.VCD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDDDVDDVDDVDDVDVCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDD
283D Surround This unit can produce a 3D Surround effect, which simulates multi-channel audio playback from two conventional stereo speakers, instead of the five ormore speakers normally required to listen to multi-channel audio from a home theater system. 1. Press 3D SURR. then press b/ Brepeatedlyduring playback to select [3D SUR.].2. To turn off the 3D Surround effect, select[NORMAL].Subtitles Press SUBTITLE then press b/ Brepeatedly duringplayback to see the different subtitle languages.Instant Skip Each press I.SKIP skips forward 15 seconds.In HDD playback or Timeshift mode, each press b/ Bskips forward or reverse 5 minutes.Note:If  appears, the feature is not available on the disc.Finding Locations on a Disc  You can directly access any point on a Video CDusing this function within 95% of progress bar. Usethis function only while a Video CD is playing.Playback jumps to the point specified.1. Press SEARCH during playback.The progress bar appears on the TV screen.2. Use b / B to find the desired starting position forplayback.3. Press ENTER to confirm the selected position.Playback starts from the selected position.Note:This function will not work if any bookmarks havebeen set; see page 27.Last Condition Memory This Recorder memorizes last scene from the last discthat is viewed. The last scene remains in memoryeven if you remove the disc from the Recorder orswitch off the Recorder. If you load a disc that has thescene memorized, the scene is automatically recalled.Notes:•Settings are stored in memory for use any time.•This Recorder does not memorize settings of a disc ifyou switch off the Recorder before commencing to playit.•The Last Condition Memory function may not work onsome DVDs.•Last Condition Memory function for a previous DVD titleis erased once a different DVD title is played.PIP (Picture in Picture) This function enables you to view the stored stationsin sub picture during playback.On and offPress PIP to switch on the sub picture, press thisbutton again to switch it off.Input mode selection for sub picturePress INPUT to select the input mode for the subpicture. Each time this button is pressed, each inputmode for the sub picture is displayed as shownbelow.Tuner →AV1→AV2Program selection for sub pictureUse v/ Vto change the program when subpicture’s input is set to tuner. The selected programnumber is displayed on the TV screen. You canview the selected program by pressing STOP (x).Sub picture position changePress b/ Brepeatedly until desired position isachieved. The sub picture moves clockwise or counterclockwise.Zoom Sub pictureVCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDDDVDVCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVRHDDDivXDVDDivXVCDDVD+R-R+RW-RWVideo-RWVR
29PlaybackPlaying a DivX Movie FilePlaying a DivX Movie FileThe recorder can play Divx files on HDD, CD-R/RW orDVD±R/RW discs. Before playing DivX files, read“About DivX movie files” on page 32. 1. Press HOME.2. Select a media that contains DivX file(s) thenpress ENTER.3. Select [MOVIE] option then press ENTER.The Movie menu appears on the TV screen.4. Use v/Vto select a folder, and press ENTERtwice. A list of files in the folder appears. If you arein a file list and want to return to the Folder list,use the v/Vto highlight and press ENTER toreturn to the previous menu screen.5. Use v/Vto select a file then press N(PLAY).Playback starts.You can use variable playback functions. Refer topages 25-28.6. Press STOP to stop the playback. The Moviemenu appears.Note:This recorder cannot play back the DivX file(s) in the MemoryCard.Notice for displaying the DivX subtitlePlease refer to following notice when the DivXsubtitle does not display properly.1. Press SETUP.The Setup menu appears.2. Use v/V/b/B to select [LANGUAGE] b[DiscSubtitle] then find a suitable language for the DivXsubtitle.Refer to “Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle” on page 19.Tip:If the subtitle still does not display properly after thesteps 1-2 proceeded, press and hold SUBTITLE about3 seconds then use b/Bto select another languagecode during playback until the subtitle is displayedproperly.Movie menu options1. Press v/Vto select a folder/file on the Moviemenu then press ENTER. Movie menu options appear.2. Press v/V/b/Bto select an option, and pressENTER. [Play] Start playback the selected title.[Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in thefolder appears[Delete] Deletes the file(s) or folder(s) from themedia. (HDD only)[Rename] Edits the file name. (HDD only) (page 36)[Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder ormedia. (HDD only) (page 37)[Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder ormedia. (page 37)
30About DivX movie filesDivX disc compatibility with this recorder islimited as follows:Available resolution size of the DivX file is under720x576 (W x H) pixel.This recorder cannot play back the DivX file(s) inthe Memory Card.The file name of the DivX subtitle is limited tocharacters. The total number of files and folders on the discshould be less than 1999. If the number of the screen frame is over 29.97frames per second, this unit may not operatenormally.If the video and audio structure of recorded fileis not interleaved,  returns to the menu screen.If the file is recorded with GMC, the unitsupports only 1-point of the record level.* GMC?GMC is the acronym for Global MotionCompensation. It is an encoding tool specified inMPEG4 standard. Some MPEG4 encoders, likeDivX or Xvid, have this option.There are different levels of GMC encoding, usuallycalled 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 notdisplayed 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), within32 - 48kHz (WMA)Bit rate: within 8 - 320kbps (MP3), 32 - 192kbps (WMA)
31PlaybackPlaying an Playing an Audio CD orAudio CD orMP3/WMAMP3/WMA filefileThe recorder can play audio CDs and MP3/WMA fileson HDD, Memory Card, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW orDVD±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 audiotitle then press ENTER.3. Select [MUSIC] option then press ENTER.The Audio CD or Music menu appears on the TVscreen.Audio CD Menu  Music Menu4. Use v/Vto select a track then press N(PLAY).Playback starts. During playback, the current track’s elapsedplaying time will appear on the front panel displayand menu. Playback will stop at the end of thedisc.Tips:•Press DISPLAY to view ID3-Tag information forthe MP3 file. If ID3-Tag information is notpresent, “Not Checked” will appear. If you selecta folder, the number of subfolders and numberof MP3/WMA files in the folder are displayed.Press DISPLAY again to remove theinformation screen.•If you want to move to the upper directory, usethe v/ Vto highlight and press ENTER.•You can also display HOME menu to selectanother media by pressing RETURN (O).5. To stop playback at any time, press STOP.Tip:You can create new folder. Select [New Album] optionon the Music-HDD or Music-Memory Card menu thenpress ENTER. “NONAME##” folder is created.Audio CD and Music menu options1. Press v/Vto select a folder/file on the Audio CDor Music menu then press ENTER. The menu options appear.2. Press v/V/b/Bto select an option, and pressENTER. [Play] Start playback the selected title.[Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in thefolder appears[Delete] Deletes the file(s) from the media.[Rename] Edits the file name. (page 36)[Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder ormedia. (page 37)[Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder ormedia. (page 37)[Program Add] Adds the track(s) to Program List.(page 33)Pause1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback.2. To return to playback, press N(PLAY) or pressPAUSE/STEP (X) again.Moving to Another TrackPress SKIP >or .briefly during playback to go to the next track or to return to thebeginning of the current track.Press SKIP .twice briefly to step back to theprevious track.On an Audio CD, to go directly to any track, enterthe track number using the numbered buttons (0-9)during playback.
32RepeatAudio CDs - Repeat Track/All/OffPress REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.TRACK: repeats the current track.ALL: repeats the all tracks on the disc.OFF: does not play repeatedly.MP3/WMA - Repeat Track/Folder/OffPress REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.TRACK: repeats the current track.FOLDER: repeats the all tracks in the current folder.OFF: does not play repeatedly.Random1. Press RANDOM during playback or in stop mode.The unit automatically begins Random Playbackand [RANDOM] appears on the menu screen.2. To return to normal playback, press RANDOMrepeatedly until [RANDOM] disappears from themenu screen.Tip:By pressing SKIP >during Random playback, theunit selects another track and resumes Randomplayback.3D SurroundThis unit can produce a 3D Surround effect, which simulates multi-channel audio playback from two conventional stereo speakers, instead of the five ormore speakers normally required to listen to multi-channel audio from a home theater system. 1.Press 3D SURR. during playback to select [3D SUR].2. To turn off the 3D Surround effect, press 3DSURR. until [3D SUR] disappears from the menuscreen.Changing the Audio Channel Press AUDIO repeatedly to hear a different audiochannel (stereo, left or right). Search 1. Press SCAN (mor M) during playback.The recorder will now go into SEARCH mode. 2. Press SCAN (mor M)repeatedly to select therequired speed (3 steps).3. To exit SEARCH mode, press N(PLAY).Repeat A-B 1. To repeat a sequence during disc playback PressA-B at your chosen starting point. The Repeat iconand [A -] appear on the menu screen.2. Press A-B again at your chosen end point. TheRepeat icon and [A-B] appear on the menuscreen, and the sequence begins to playrepeatedly. 3. Press A-B again to cancel.About MP3/WMAAbout MP3/WMA audio filesaudio filesMP3 / WMA file compatibility with this recorder islimited as follows:Sampling frequency: within 8 - 48 kHz (MP3), within32 - 48kHz (WMA)Bit rate: within 8 - 320kbps (MP3), 32 - 192kbps (WMA)The recorder cannot read an MP3/WMA file that hasa file extension other than “.mp3” / “.wma”.CD-R physical format should be “ISO 9660” and“JOLIET”.DVD±R/RW physical format should be “ISO 9660(UDF Bridge format)”. If you record MP3 / WMA files using software thatcannot create a file system (eg. Direct-CD) it isimpossible to playback MP3 / WMA files. Werecommend that you use Easy-CD Creator, whichcreates an ISO 9660 file system.File names should have a maximum of 8 letters andmust incorporate an .mp3 or .wma extension. They should not contain special letters such as  / ?* : “ < > l etc.The total number of files and folders on the discshould be less than 1999.This recorder requires discs and recordings to meetcertain technical standards in order to achieve optimalplayback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are automaticallyset to these standards. There are many different typesof recordable disc formats (including CD-R containingMP3 or WMA files) and these require certain pre-existing conditions (see above) to ensure compatibleplayback.Customers should note that permission isrequired in order to download MP3 / WMA filesand music from the Internet. Our company has noright to grant such permission. Permission shouldalways be sought from the copyright owner.ACDACD
33PlaybackProgram Playback with Program Playback with AudioAudioCD and MP3/WMACD and MP3/WMA filefileProgram Playback enables you to make customplaylists of Audio CD or MP3/WMA tracks. Programscan contain up to 99 Audio CD tracks or 256MP3/WMA files.1. Use v/ Vto select a track/file (or folder) on theAudio CD or Music menu.You can select all files and folders on the Musicmenu by pressing CLEAR button. To cancel theselections, press CLEAR again.Selecting multiple files/tracks (folders)1. Press MARKER.Acheck mark appears on the file/track orfolder. Press MARKER again to cancel themarked file/track or folder. 2. Repeat step 1 to mark additional file/track(folders).2. Press ENTER.The options appear on the left side of the menu.3. Use v/ Vto select the [Program Add] option thenpress ENTER.4. Repeat steps 1-3 to mark additional tracks.Note:If you select a folder for Programmed Playback, alltracks/files in the folder are added to the Program List. 5. Use Bto move to the Program list.The programmed track you selected last ishighlighted on the program list.6. Use v/ Vto select the track you want to startplaying.7. Press N(PLAY) to start.Playback stops after playing the last programmedtrack in the program list.8. To exit Program Playback and resume normalplayback, select a track on the List and press N(PLAY). Tip:You can access or remove the Program List screen bypressing MENU/LIST.Program List menu options1. Press v/Vto select a track/file on the ProgramList then press ENTER. The menu options appear.2. Use v/ Vto select an option then press ENTERto confirm your selection.[Play] Playback begins in the order in which youprogrammed the tracks from the selected track.[Delete] Deletes the track(s) from the ProgramList menu.[Move] Moves the track(s) to change theprogram order.[Save] Memorizes the program list. (HDD only)Repeat Programmed Tracks 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).Erasing a Track from the Program List1. Select the track you wish to erase from theProgram List. Use MARKER button to selectmultiple tracks.2. Press ENTER. The menu options appears3. Select [Delete] option then press ENTER.Changing Track Order in the Program List1. Select the track you wish to move on the ProgramList. Use MARKER button to select multiple tracks.2. Press ENTER. The menu options appears3. Select [Move] option then press ENTER.4. Use v/ Vto move the yellow bar to the desiredlocation, then press ENTER.Save Your Program List (HDD only)This recorder memorizes the user program list thatyou have programmed. 1. Select a track on the Program List.The menu options appear.2. Select [Save] option then press ENTER.The Program List is saved in the HDD’sPROGRAM folder.
34VViewing a JPEG Fileiewing a JPEG FileThe recorder can play JPEG files on the CD-R/RW,DVD±R/RW, HDD, or Memory Card. Before playingJPEG recordings, read “About JPEG image files” on page 35.1. Press HOME.The HOME menu appears.2. Select a media that contains JPEG file then pressENTER.3. Select [PHOTO] option then press ENTER.The Photo menu appears on the TV screen.4. Use b/ B/ v/ Vto select a folder, then pressENTER.The menu options appear on the left side of themenu.5. Select [Open] option then press ENTER.Alist of files in the selected folder appears.6. Use b/ B/ v/ Vto select a file, then pressENTER.The menu options appear on the left side of themenu.Tips:•If you want to move to the upper directory, use the v/ Vto highlight and press ENTER.•You can also display HOME menu to selectanother media by pressing RETURN (O).7. Use v/ Vto select [Full Screen] then pressENTER.The selected image is displayed in full screen.8. To stop viewing at any time, press STOP.The Photo menu appears.Photo menu options1. Press v/Vto select a file on the Program Listthen press ENTER. The menu options appear.You can select all files and folders on the menu bypressing CLEAR button. To cancel the selections,press CLEAR again.Selecting multiple files (folders)1. Press MARKER.Acheck mark appears on the file or folder.Press MARKER again to cancel the marked fileor folder. 2. Repeat step 1 to mark additional file (folders).2. Use v/ Vto select an option then press ENTERto confirm your selection.[Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in thefolder appears[Full Screen] Shows the selected file as fullscreen.[Delete] Deletes the selected file from the media.(HDD, Memory Card only)[Slide Show] Displays Slide Show menu. [Rename] Edits the file name. (page 36) (HDD,Memory Card only)[Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder(album) or media. (page 37) (HDD, MemoryCard only)[Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder ormedia. (page 37)Tip:You can create new folder in the HDD or MemoryCard. Select [New Album] option then press ENTER.“NONAME##” folder is created.Skip ImagesWhile viewing a picture, press SKIP (.or >)once to advance to the next file or return to theprevious file.Rotate ImagesUse v/ Vwhile viewing a picture to flip the pictureclockwise or counterclockwise.Press ENTER to appear or disappear this menu.
35PlaybackView Slide Shows1. Select [Slide Show] option on the Photo menu(Refer to [Photo menu options] on page 34).2. Press ENTER.The Slide Show menu appears.3. Use b/ B/ v/ Vto 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].4. Select the [Start] option then press ENTER to startthe Slide Show.5. Press STOP to stop the Slide Show and returns tothe Photo menu. To Pause the Slide Show1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) to pause slide show.2. When you want to continue slide show, press N(PLAY).To listen to music while slide showsimultaneouslyYou can display photo files while listening toMP3 music files recorded on HDD.1. Select [Slide Show] option on the Photo menu(Refer to [Photo menu options] on page 34).2. Press ENTER.The Slide Show menu appears.3. Select [MP3 Simultaneous Play] option on theSlide Show menu4. Press ENTER.MP3 Simultaneous Play menu appears.5. Press MARKER to select multiple files.Select [Select All] option to select all tracks thenpress ENTER.Select [Deselect All] option to deselect allselected tracks then press ENTER.Select [Cancel] option to exit this menu thenpress ENTER.6. Use b/ B/ v/ Vto highlight [Start] option thenpress ENTER. 7. Press STOP to stop the Slide Show and return tothe Photo menu.About JPEG image filesJPEG disc compatibility with this recorder islimited as follows:Depending upon the size and number of JPEG files,it could take a long time for the recorder to read thefiles. If you don’t see an on-screen display afterseveral minutes, some of the files may be too large— reduce the resolution of the JPEG files to lessthan 4M pixels.The total number of files and folders on the discshould be less than 1999.Some discs may be incompatible due to a differentrecording format or the condition of disc.Ensure that all the selected files have the “.jpg”extensions when copying into the CD layout.If the files have “.jpe” or “.jpeg” extensions, pleaserename them as “.jpg” file.File names without “.jpg” extension will not be ableto be read by this recorder. Even though the filesare shown as JPEG image files in WindowsExplorer.Progressive and lossless compression JPEG imagefiles are not supported.
36Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG,Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG,DivX fileDivX fileThese descriptions are MP3 file’s operation forexample, other kind’s files are operated same way.Notes:•The MP3/WMA, and DivX files on the disc or HDDcannot be copied or moved to Memory Card.•The DivX file(s) in the memory card is notavailable.Erasing a file(s)/folder(s) from the HDDor Memory CardYou 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 bypressing CLEAR button. To cancel the selections,press CLEAR again.Selecting multiple files (folders)1. Press MARKER.Acheck mark appears on the file or folder.Press MARKER again to cancel the marked fileor folder. 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 orMemory Card.Naming a file on the HDD or MemoryCardYou can name MP3/WMA files on the HDD or MemoryCard independently. Names can be up to 32characters long.1. Select a file you wish to rename on the menu.2. Press ENTER.The menu options appear on the menu.3. Select [Edit] option then press ENTER. Edit options appears.4. Select [Rename] option then press ENTER. Keyboard menu appears.To  enter characters, see page 48.
37PlaybackCopying a file(s) to another media orfolderYou can copy a file(s)/folder(s) to another media orfolder.1. Select a file you wish to copy on the menu.You can select all files and folders on the menu bypressing CLEAR button. To cancel the selections,press CLEAR again.Selecting multiple files (folders)1. Press MARKER.Acheck mark appears on the file or folder.Press MARKER again to cancel the marked fileor 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. Select [Copy] option then press ENTER. Copy menu appears.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 thenpress ENTER. “NONAME##” folder is created.6. Select [Copy] option then press ENTER to begincopying.Moving a file(s)You can move a file(s)/folder(s) to another media orfolder. After moving, the file(s)/folder(s) are deletedfrom the current location.1. Follow steps 1-3 as shown left.2. Press ENTER.The options appear on the left side of the menu.3. Select [Move] option then press ENTER. Move menu will appear.4. You can select a album (folder) to move.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 thenpress ENTER. [NONAME##] folder is created.5. Select [Move] option then press ENTER to beginmoving.
38RecordingAbout DVD recordingAbout DVD recordingNotes:•This recorder cannot make recordings on CD-R orCD-RW discs.•Our company takes no responsibility for recordingfailure due to power outages, defective discs, ordamage to the Recorder.•Fingerprints and small scratches on a disc canaffect playback and/or recording performance.Please take proper care of your discs.Disc types and recording formats, modes,and settingsThis recorder can play five different kinds of DVDdiscs: pre-recorded DVD-Video discs, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW and DVD+R discs. The disc formatfor DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+RW discs is always “Videoformat”—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 DVDplayer.By default, the DVD-RW disc format is VideoRecording (VR) format, though you can change this toVideo format, if required. (Reinitializing the disc willerase the contents of the disc.)The recording mode is closely related to the discformat. If the disc format is Video Recording format,then the recording mode is VR mode; if the discformat is Video mode, then the recording mode isVideo mode (except for DVD-Video, which is notrecordable, and so does not have a recording mode).Within the recording modes (which are fixed for themwhole disc) are the record settings. These can bechanged as required for each recording anddetermine the picture quality and how much space therecording will take up on the disc.About HDD recordingAbout HDD recordingRecording to the internal hard disk drive (HDD) isbasically similar to recording to a VR mode DVD-RWdisc. You have the full choice of recording qualityoptions, including the manual mode, and of courseyou can record, erase and re-record as many times asyou like. The capacity of the hard disk drive meansthat you can store many hours of video on it, even inthe higher quality recording modes. To help youorganize the contents, the HDD is divided into tengenre. You can name and use these genres as youlike—for example, you might have a genre for movies,another for TV shows, and one for camcorderrecordings.Notes:•The maximum number of titles that can berecorded on the HDD is 255.•Using the HDD allows you to record a maximum of48 hours continuously.Notes for recordingThe recording times shown are not exact becausethe recorder uses variable bit-rate videocompression. This means that the exact recordingtime will depend on the material being recorded.When recording a TV broadcast, if the reception ispoor or the picture contains interference, therecording times may be shorter.If you record still pictures or audio only, therecording time may be longer.The displayed times for recording and timeremaining may not always add up to exactly thelength of the disc.The recording time available may decrease if youheavily edit a disc.If using a DVD-RW disc, make sure you change therecording format (Video mode or VR mode) beforeyou record anything on the disc. See page 24 (DiscFormat) for how to do this.When using a DVD-R or DVD+R disc, you can keeprecording until the disc is full, or until you finalize thedisc. Before you start a recording session, checkthe amount of recording time left on the disc.When using a DVD-RW disc in Video mode,recording time available will only increase if youerase 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 erasethe title from the disc and increase the recordingtime available (except for the last recorded title on aDVD-RW disc in Video mode).Overwrite recording is available using DVD+RWdiscs.When using a DVD+R/RW, the recorder will executethe Menu-making operation to update the new titleand editing when removing the disc from the recorder.So you must remove the disc after selecting therecorder’s operation mode to DVD mode.Recording time and picture qualityThere are four preset recording quality modes:HQ – Highest quality setting, gives about 1 hour ofrecording 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 hourof recording time on a DVD disc (4.7GB).EQ – Lowest video quality, gives about 6 hour ofrecording time on a DVD (4.7GB).
39RecordingTTimeshiftimeshiftDo not miss a scene from a live broadcast. If thetelephone rings while you are watching your favoritelive broadcast, just press “TIMESHIFT” and “PAUSE”before answering the phone. The timeshift function willbe activated and the broadcast is then recorded forlater viewing.After the phone call or viewing interruption, press“PLAY” or “SCAN” to watch the program.Press “STOP” to return to the live broadcast. Timeshift (Pause, Live TV/Playback)Operation You can store a program in the HDD storage cachetemporarily. Press TIMESHIFT while watching a TV program.The Progress Bar display appears on the screen asshown below. The Progress Bar changes to timeshifticon after 5 seconds.1. Indicates playback mode.2. Indicates current Timeshift position.3. Indicates Timeshift start time.4. Indicates Timeshift elapsed time.5. Indicates the time that is one hour from Timeshiftstart time.Tips:•You can use trick play functions (Slow, Scan, etc.)during timeshift. Refer to Playback Operation onpages 25-28.•You can edit the cached clip during Timeshift toretain the program on the HDD. Refer to ClipRecord on the right.Notes:•There is not free space on the HDD, the oldesttimeshift section of the cache will be incrementallydeleted.•If no button is pressed for 6 hours, the Timeshiftwill stop automatically.Marker Search in Timeshift modeYou can mark one in Timeshift mode. Press MARKERat the desired point during Timeshift.Press SEARCH to recall the marked scene.Clip Record You can edit during Timeshift to store the program onthe HDD (Hard Disk Drive).1. During Timeshift, use pause step, search andslow-motion to find the starting point.2. Press REC at the starting point of the section youwant to record.Progress of the edit is indicated in red on theProgress Bar.3. Use pause step, search and slow-motion to findthe ending point.4. Press REC at the ending point of the section youwant to record.Normal playback continues.5. Repeat steps 1 and 4 to make several ClipRecords of a program.6. Press STOP to stop Timeshift.Confirm message will appear.7. Use b /Bto select [Yes] then press ENTER. Or,press STOP again.The current broadcast is displayed on the screen.Notes:•Selected sections are recorded on the HDD.•If you want to stop Clip recording, press the STOPbutton. If you press POWER to stop Cliprecording, the program may not be recorded onthe HDD.•Clip records cannot be made for sections lastingless than 5 seconds.Jump to Start or End during Timeshift1. Press ENTER during timeshift. The menu willappear.2. Press bband playback starts from the verybeginning of the timeshift.Press BBand jumps to the very end of the timeshiftthen goes to pause mode.To  Exit the Timeshift1. Press STOP to exit Timeshift function.Confirm message will appear.2. Use b /Bto select [Yes] then press ENTER.The current broadcast is displayed on the screen.HDDHDDHDD34 512
40Basic Recording from a TVBasic Recording from a TVFollow the instructions below to record a TV program.Recording starts immediately and continues until thedisc is full or you stop the recording.Note:You must load a recordable disc for DVD recording.1. Press HOME.The HOME menu appears.2. Select a media (HDD or DISC) to record TVprogram then press ENTER.3. Select [TV (HDD)] or [TV (DVD)] option then pressENTER.Also make sure that the TV input is set to thisrecorder.If you load a completely blank disc, the recordertakes a short while to initialize the disc.4. Set a recording mode as necessary by pressingREC MODE repeatedly. (HQ, SQ, LQ, EQ) 5. Use v/ Vbuttons to select the TV channel torecord.Changing TV Audio ChannelYou can select the audio channel (language) to listenby pressing AUDIO during viewing TV program. Thecurrent audio channel is displayed on-screen.Stereo or mono broadcast: Stereo →Left →Right →MonoBilingual broadcast: Main →Sub →Main+SubIf the sound is of poor quality when set to Stereo,you can often improve it by changing to Mono (Leftor Right).6. Press REC (z) once.Recording will start. (The REC indicator lights inthe 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 InstantTimer Recording on right.7. Press STOP (x) to stop recording.To  Pause the Recording1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) to pause recording.2. When you want to continue recording, press PAUSE/STEP (X).To  record one TV program whilewatching another1. Press TV/DVD to select the TV mode duringrecording. The TV indicator appears.2. Using the TV, select the channel to be viewed.Instant TInstant Timer Recordingimer RecordingInstant Timer Recording allows you to make arecording easily of a preset length without using theprogram timer.1. Follow steps 1-4 as shown left (Basic Recordingfrom a TV).2. Press REC (z) repeatedly to select the recordingtime length.Recording starts after the first press. Eachsubsequent press increases the recording timewithin free space (maximum 240 minutes).The recording time is displayed on the TV screen.At the end of the recording, the recorder will stoprecording and shut off.Checking the Recording TimePress REC (z) once to check the recording time. Therecalled setting will automatically return to the TVscreen for a moment.Also, remaining time of recording is shown in thedisplay window.To  Extend the Recording TimeThe recording time can be extended anytime bypressing REC (z).Each subsequent press increases the recording timewithin free space (maximum 240 minutes).CautionIf the recorder is unplugged (or there is a powerfailure) while the recorder is recording, the recordingwill be lost.
41RecordingTTimer Recordingimer RecordingThis recorder can be programmed to record up to 8programs within a period of 1 month. For unattendedrecording, the timer needs to know the channels to berecorded, the starting and ending time.Note:If you use a completely blank disc for timer recording,you must format the disc before starting timerrecording. (Refer to “Disc Format” on page 22.1. Press TIMER REC.The Timer Record menu will appear.[Media] Choose a media to record (HDD orDVD).[Ch.] Choose a memorized program number, orone of the external inputs from which to record.[Date] Choose a date up to 1 monthin advance.[Start Time] Set the start time.[End Time] Set the end time.[Mode] Choose a record mode.HQ, SQ, LQ, EQ or AT (Auto)AT(Auto) mode determines how much time isavailable on the disc or tape and switchesrecord mode, if necessary, to completerecording the program.2. Enter the necessary information for your timerrecording(s).b /B (left/right) – move the cursor left/rightv /V (up/down) – change the setting at thecurrent cursor positionPress RETURN (O) to exit the Timer Recordmenu.Press ENTER after filling in all the programinformation.Press TIMER REC to display Timer Record List.3. Press ENTER, the program will be memorized bythe recorder.To  check the programming, the Timer Record Listwill appear.Check field’s [Rec. OK] on the Timer Record Listindicates that the timer recording is programmedcorrectly.4. Press RETURN (O) to exit the Program List.5. Make sure that you load a recordable disc for DVDrecording and press POWER to switch your unit toStandby. Notes:•The timer indicator lights in the display windowwhen the recorder is in standby with the timeractive.•You must press POWER to stop the timerrecording. •If you set a timer recording to record to DVD butthere isn’t a recordable DVD loaded at the time ofthe recording, the Recovery Recording feature willautomatically record the program to the HDD foryou.•The Recorder will automatically power off whenthe Timer Recording ends. Simultaneous recording andSimultaneous recording andplaybackplaybackPlayback and recording for both DVD and built in harddisk drive (HDD) are completely independent. Forexample, you can record to either the DVD or HDDsource and play back video from the other source at thesame time.1. Start recording.2. Press HOME to display the Home Menu screen.3. Use the v/ V/ b/ Band ENTER buttons toselect a different media type that you want to playback.4. Start Playback. The recording will continue while playing back themedia from the other mode.Notes:•You can’t use simultaneous playback andrecording while copying or Timer recording.•You cannot edit programs during simultaneousrecording and playback.
42Checking TChecking Timer Recordingimer RecordingDetailsDetailsProgramming can be checked whenever the recorderis turned on. Press TIMER REC twice.Use v/ Vto select a timer recording.Press ENTER to edit the selected program.Timer Record menu appears.Canceling a Timer RecordingYou can clear a timer setting anytime before therecording actually starts.Use v/ Vto select a program you want to erase onthe Timer Recorder List. If you want to erase the program, press CLEAR.Stopping a Timer Recording in ProgressAfter a timer recording has started, you can stillcancel the program.Press POWER.Timer Recording TroubleshootingEven though the timer is set, the recorder will notrecord when:There is no disc loaded and there is not free spaceon the HDD.Anon-recordable disc is loaded and there is notfree space on the HDD.[Disc Protect] option is set to [ON] in the Setupmenu and there is not free space on the HDD. (seepage 23).Power is turned on.There are already 99 titles (DVD-RW, DVD-R,DVD+R), 49 titles (DVD+RW) recorded on the discand there are already 255 titles recorded on theHDD.You cannot enter a timer program when:Arecording is already underway.The time you’re trying to set has already passed.There are already 8 timer programs set.If two or more timer programs overlap:The earlier program takes priority.When the earlier program finishes, the laterprogram starts.If two programs are set to start at exactly the sametime, the program entered first takes priority.If the disc is damaged, the recording may notcomplete successfully. In this case even though theCheck field shows “Rec. OK”, it may not be.Recording from an ExternalRecording from an ExternalInputInputRecording from External ComponentsYou can record from an external component, such asa camcorder or VCR, connected to any of therecorder’s external inputs.1. Make sure that the component you want to recordfrom is connected properly to the recorder. Seepage 14.2. Choose a media (HDD or DVD) to record usingHOME menu. (see page 15).3. Press INPUT repeatedly to select the externalinput to record from.Tuner: Built-in tunerAV1: AUDIO/VIDEO IN1 mounted on back panel AV2: INPUT 2 (VIDEO, AUDIO (L/R), S-VIDEOIN) mounted on front panel DV: DV IN mounted on front panel 4. Select the recording mode as necessary bypressing REC MODE repeatedly. (HQ, SQ, LQ, orEQ) 5. Press REC (z) once.Recording will start. (The REC indicator lights inthe display window.) Recording continues until you press STOP (x)or the disc is full.To  record for a fixed length of time, see [InstantTimer Recording] on page 40.6. Press STOP (x) to stop recording.Note: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.
43RecordingRecording from DV InputRecording from DV InputBefore DV dubbingYou can connect a DV-equipped camcorder to thisrecorder using a single DV cable for input and outputof audio, video, data and control signals.This recorder is only compatible with DV-format(DVC-SD, DV25) camcorders. Digital satellite tunersand Digital VHS video recorders are not compatible.You cannot connect more than one DV camcorderat a time to this recorder.You cannot control this recorder from externalequipment connected via the DV IN jack (includingtwo recorders).It may not always be possible to control theconnected camcorder via the DV IN jack.Digital camcorders can usually record audio asstereo 16-bit/48kHz, or twin stereo tracks of 12-bit/32kHz. This recorder can only record one stereoaudio track. Set [DV Rec Audio] option to [Audio 1]or [Audio 2] as required (see page 22).Audio input to the DV IN jack should be 32 or48kHz (not 44.1kHz).Picture disturbance on the recording may occur ifthe source component pauses playback or plays anunrecorded section of tape, or if the power fails inthe source component, or the DV cable becomesdisconnected.Recording from a Digital CamcorderYou can record from a digital camcorder connected tothe DV IN jack on the front panel of this recorder.Using the recorder’s remote, you can control both thecamcorder and this recorder.Before recording, make sure that the audio input forthe DV IN jack is set up (see page 22).Tips:•The source signal must be DVC-SD format.•Some camcorders cannot be controlled using thisrecorder’s remote.•If you connect a second recorder using a DVcable, you cannot control the second DVD fromthis one.•You cannot control this unit remotely from acomponent connected to the DV IN jack.•You cannot record date and time information froma DV cassette.1. Make sure your digital camcorder is connected tothe front panel DV IN jack. See page 14.2. Select [TV(HDD)] or [TV(DVD] option on theHOME menu then press ENTER. (see page 15).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 [DVRecording Audio] on page 22 for moreinformation.4. Press INPUT repeatedly to select the DV input.DV appears in the display window and on the TVscreen.5. Find the place on the camcorder tape that youwant to the recording to start from.For best results, pause playback at the point fromwhich you want to record.Depending on your camcorder, you can use thisrecorder’s remote to control the camcorderusing the STOP, PLAY and PAUSE functions.6. Press REC (z) once to start recording. Recording is automatically stopped if therecorder detects no signal.You can pause or stop the recording bypressing PAUSE/STEP (X) or STOP (x). You cannot  control the camcorder from thisremote control during recording.In Video mode, the final frame of the recordingmay remain displayed on screen for a whileafter recording stops.For timer recording to work properly on thisrecorder, the digital camcorder must also beswitched on and in operating.TroubleshootingIf you cannot get a picture and/or audio through theDV IN jack, check the bullet points:Make sure the DV cable is properly connected.Try switching off the connected equipment thenswitch back on.Try switching the audio input.Note:Depending on the connected camcorder, you may notbe able to control it using the remote control suppliedwith this recorder.
44TTitle List and Chapter Listitle List and Chapter ListMenu Overview Menu Overview Using the Title List menu you can edit video content.The editing features available in the Title List menudepend on whether you are editing video on DVD, orthe 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 Playlistdoesn’t actually change any of the content on thedisc, but just controls how the content is played back.Editing material recorded on the HDD is similar toediting 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 chapterswithin titles for DVD disc.Note:During recording, if you display the Title List menu forthe HDD, some of the titles may appear with a mark.These titles were recorded with a Line Input settingdifferent to the current setting of the recorder.During recording, these titles cannot be played.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/ Vbuttons todisplay the previous/next page if there are morethan six titles.If you are editing a VR mode disc, pressMENU/LIST to switch between Original andPlaylist menu.On the left side of the screen are the menu options.The main part of the screen shows thumbnails of thetitles (or chapter) on the DVD or HDD. You canchange these thumbnails using the THUMBNAILbutton—see Changing Title Thumbnails on page 45.Press DISPLAY to display the information of selectedtitle on the Title List menu.After selecting a title or chapter on the [Title List] or[Chapter List] menu, then press ENTER. The menuoptions appears on the left side of the menu. Use v/ Vto select a option then press ENTER toconfirm your selection. 2. To exit the Title List menu, press RETURN (O)repeatedly.1. Menu options: To display menu option, select atitle or chapter then press ENTER. The optionsdisplayed differ depending on the disc type.[Chapter] Displays Chapter List of the title.[Combine] Combines two titles or chapters intoone (page 49).[Delete] Deletes the title or chapter. (page 47)[Delete Part] Deletes a part of the Title (page47).[Divide] Divides a title into two (page 49).[Dubbing] Copies the title to another media.(page 52)[Full Play] Starts playback of the selected titleincluding the hidden chapters.[Hide (Show)] Hides (or Shows) the selected titleor chapter. (page 50)[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 orchapter. The hidden titles and chapters on theDVD+R/RW cannot be play back.[Playlist Add] Adds the title or chapter to thePlaylist. (page 46)[Protect] Protects accidental recording, editing ordeleting of the title. (page 50)[Rename (Title Name)] Edits the title name.(page 48)[Sort] Lists the programs on the Title List menuby Date, Title, or Category. (page 48)[Title] Displays Title List of the chapter.[Undo]/[Redo] Un-do/Re-do the last deletion/action. (page 48)2. Indicates the record mode, free space, andelapsed time progress bar.3. Current media4. Currently selected title.5. Thumbnail6. Shows the selected title number and total numberof titles.7. Shows the title name, recorded date, andrecording length.123 4 5 6 7
45EditingHDD, VR Mode: Original andHDD, VR Mode: Original andPlaylist EditingPlaylist EditingTitles, Chapters and PartsTitles in the disc’s original content contain one ormore chapters. When you insert a disc’s title into thePlaylist, all the chapters within that title also appear. Inother words, chapters in the Playlist behave exactly aschapters on a DVD-Video disc do. Parts are sectionsof Original or Playlist titles. From the Original andPlaylist menu you can add or delete parts. Adding achapter or title to the Playlist creates a new title madeup of a section (ie., chapter) of an Original title.Deleting a part removes part of a title from theOriginal or Playlist menu.CautionWhen editing using the Delete, Add and Movefunctions, the start and end frames may not beexactly as set in the start and end point display.During Playlist playback, you may notice amomentary pause between edits. This is not amalfunction.Is editing a DVD like editing a videotape?No. When you edit a video tape you need one videodeck to play the original tape and another to recordthe edits. With DVD, you edit by making a ‘Playlist’ ofwhat to play and when to play it. On playback, theRecorder plays the disc according to the Playlist.About word ‘Original’ and ‘Playlist’Throughout this manual, you will often see the wordsOriginal and Playlist to refer to the actual content andthe edited version.Original: content refers to what’s actually recordedon the disc.Playlist: content refers to the edited version of thedisc — how the Original content is to be played.Adding Chapter MarkersAdding Chapter MarkersYou can create chapters within a title by insertingchapter marks at the desired points.Note:Chapter markers are inserted at regular intervalsautomatically. You can change this interval from theInitial Setup menu (see [Auto Chapter] on page 22).During recording or playing back, at the point youwant to start a new chapter, press CHP ADD.Achapter marker icon appears on the TV screen.Changing TChanging Title Thumbnailsitle ThumbnailsEach title displayed in the Title List menu isrepresented by a thumbnail picture taken from thestart of that title or chapter.If you prefer, select a different still picture from withina title.Press THUMBNAIL to make the currently displayedpicture the one that appears in the Title List menu.The still picture that you choose appears in both theOriginal or Playlist menu.Tip:You can also change the thumbnail picture of the titleon the Chapter List menu. Select a chapter on theChapter List menu then press THUMBNAIL. Thethumbnail picture of the title that includes the chapteris changed.+R+RW-RWVRHDD+R+RW-RWVR-RWVR
46Making a New Playlist Making a New Playlist Use this function to add an Original title or chapter tothe Playlist. When you do this, the whole title is putinto the Playlist (you can delete bits you don’t needlater — see Deleting an Original or Playlisttitle/chapter on page 47).The title appears in the Playlist complete with thechapter markers that appear in the Original. However,if you add more chapter markers to the Original later,these are not automatically copied over into thePlaylist title.You can add up to 999 chapters to one disc . If youonly want to add a chapter of a title, use the Adding atitle/chapter to the Playlist on this page.1. Choose a title or chapter on the Title List-Originalmenu or Chapter List-Original menu to put into thePlaylist, then press ENTER.The menu options appears on the left side of themenu.2. Use v/ Vto select [Playlist Add] option then pressENTER.3. Select [New Playlist] then press ENTER.The new title appears in the updated Playlist. Allchapters of the title are added to the Playlist.Adding Adding AdditionalAdditionalTTitle/Chapters to the Playlistitle/Chapters to the PlaylistYou can add an Original title or chapter to add to aPlaylist title even if it is already registered.1. Choose a title or chapter on the Title List-Originalmenu or Chapter List-Original menu to put into thePlaylist, then press ENTER.The menu options appears on the left side of thescreen.2. Use v/ Vto select [Playlist Add] from menuoptions then press ENTER.3. Choose a Title List-Playlist that is alreadyregistered to insert a title or chapter, then pressENTER.4. Repeat steps 1-3 to add additional title or chapteron the Playlist.You can view the added chapters on the ChapterList-Playlist menu.5. Press RETURN (O) to exit, or MENU/LIST to goback to the Title List-Original menu.-RWVR-RWVR
47EditingDeleting an Original orDeleting an Original orPlaylist TPlaylist Title/Chapteritle/ChapterWhen you erase a title or chapter from the Playlistmenu, you only remove it from the Playlist; thetitle/chapter remains in the Original menu.If you choose to delete a title or chapter from theOriginal (title/chapter) menu, the title or chapter isactually deleted from the disc and the remaining timeavailable for recording increases. Titles/chaptersdeleted from the Original are also removed from thePlaylist.Note:It may not be possible to delete chapters that are lessthan 5 seconds long.1. Use b/ B/ v/ Vto choose a chapter or title youwant to delete on the Title List or Chapter Listmenu then press ENTER.The menu options appears on the left side of thescreen.2. Select [Delete] option from the options on themenu.Example: Title List (HDD)3. Press ENTER to confirm.The confirm message for deleting will appear.4. Use b/ Bto select [Yes] then press ENTER.The selected chapter or title is deleted.After pressing ENTER, the new, updated menu isdisplayed.5. Repeat steps 1 - 4 to continue to delete from themenu.6. Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit the menu.Notes:•When DVD+RW recording, the deleted title’s nameis changed to ‘Deleted Title’.•If more than two titles are repeatedly deleted, thetitles are combined into one.•When you are deleting a title or chapter, only thelast one on DVD+R/RW increases remainingrecording time.Deleting a PartDeleting a PartYou can delete a part which you do not want in thetitle.1. Use b/ B/ v/ Vto choose a title you want todelete on the Title List menu then press ENTER.The options appears on the left side of the menu.2. Select [Delete Part] option then press ENTER.Title Edit (Delete Part) menu appears on the TVscreen.[Start Point] icon is highlighted.Example: Title Edit (Delete Part) (HDD)3. Starts playback and use pause step, search andslow-motion to find the starting point.4. Press ENTER at the starting point of the sectionyou 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 findthe ending point.6. Press ENTER at the ending point of the sectionyou want to delete.You can cancel the selected point, use v/Vtoselect [Cancel] icon then press ENTER.Tip:With HDD recordings, you can delete additional part.Select [Next Part] icon on the menu then pressENTER, then repeat steps 3-6.7. If you finish to edit, select [Done] icon then pressENTER.The selected part is deleted from the title and TitleList menu appears.When recording in VR mode, the confirm messagefor deleting will appear. Use b/Bto select [Yes]then press ENTER.Note:It may not be possible to delete parts that are lessthan 3 seconds long.-RWVRHDD
48Naming a TNaming a TitleitleYou can name Original and Playlist titles independently.Names can be up to 32 characters long.1. Choose the title you want to name on the Title Listmenu, then press ENTER.The menu options appears on the left side of themenu.2. Use v/Vto select [Rename (Title Name)] optionthen press ENTER. Keyboard menu appears.3. Enter a name for the title. Use b/ B/ v/ Vtoselect a character then press ENTER to confirmyour selection.Use MENU/LIST button to change keyboardtype.OK: Select to finish.Cancel: Cancels all entered characters.Space: Inserts a space at the cursor position.Delete: Deletes the previous character at the cursor position.b / B:Moves cursor to left or right.Tip:Remote control buttons for entering a nameN(PLAY): Inserts a space at the cursor position.X(PAUSE/STEP): Deletes the after character atthe cursor position.x(STOP), CLEAR: Deletes the previouscharacter at the cursor position../ >:Moves cursor to left or right.Numbers (0-9): Enters the correspondingcharacter at the cursor position.Note:You can add the genre only for HDD title name.4. Choose [OK] then press ENTER to fix the nameand return to the previous menu screen.5. Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit the menu.Notes:•Names can be up to 32 characters long.•For discs formatted on a different recorder, you willsee only a limited character set.•When recording on DVD-R, DVD+R or DVD+RWdiscs, the entered name is displayed on the DVDplayer only after finalization.SortSortThis function allows you to access show listingsorganized by Date, Title, or Category on the Title List-HDD menu. So you can find title you want to watcheasily.1. Choose any title on the Title List-HDD menu, thenpress ENTER.The menu options appears on the left side of themenu.2. Use v/Vto select [Sort] option then press ENTER. Sort options appears.3. Use v/ Vto select [Date], [Title] or [Category]option then press ENTER. After pressing ENTER, the sorted menu isdisplayed.Undoing/Redoing the LastUndoing/Redoing the LastDeletion Deletion If you make a mistake while deleting, you can undo it.There is one level of undo (in other words, you canundo the last one deletion you made).Use v / Vto select [Undo] option then press ENTER. It doesn’t matter whether you are currently in themenu screen; the last deletion is undone.Notes:•You can’t undo a recording.•You can’t undo anything after ejecting the disc fromthe recorder or switching the recorder into standbymode.•You can still undo a deletion even after exiting themenu display.Tip:You can redo the last undo action using the [Redo]option.-RWVRHDD
49EditingCombining TCombining Two Two Titles Intoitles IntoOneOneUse this function to combine two adjacent Original-HDD titles into one.Notes:•This function is not available if there is only onetitles within the HDD.•If there are more than 60 titles on the HDD, youcannot combine the titles.1. On the Title List-HDD menu, select the first title ofthe two titles you want to combine then pressENTER.The menu options appears on the left side of thescreen.2. Select [Combine] option then press ENTER.3. Select the second title of the two titles you want tocombine then press ENTER.Confirm message appears.4. Use b/ Bto select [Yes] then press ENTER.After pressing ENTER, the updated menu isdisplayed.Divide One TDivide One Titles Into Titles Into TwowoUse this command to split a title up into two new titles.1. On the Title List menu, select a title you want todivide then press ENTER.The menu options appears on the left side of thescreen.2. Select [Divide] option.Example: Title List (HDD)3. Press ENTER.Title Edit (Divide) menu appears. [Divide] option ishighlighted.4. Use play, pause step, search and slow-motion tofind the point you want to divide the title.5. Select [Divide] option then press ENTER at thepoint. To  reset the point, select [Cancel] option thenpress ENTER. Repeat from step 3.6. Choose [Done] option then press ENTER to fix thedividing 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.Combining TCombining Two Chapters Intowo Chapters IntoOne One Use this function to combine two adjacent Playlist orOriginal chapters into one.Note:This function is not available if there is only onechapter within the title.1. On the Chapter List menu, select the secondchapter of the two chapters you want to combinethen press ENTERThe menu options appears on the left side of thescreen.2. Use v/ Vto select [Combine] option.The combine indicator appears between the twochapters you want to combine.3. Press ENTER.+R+RW-RWVR+RWHDDHDDThe first title’sthumbnailCurrent pictureThe second title’sthumbnail
50Moving a Playlist ChapterMoving a Playlist ChapterUse this function to re-arrange the playing order ofPlaylist chapters on the Title List-Playlist menu.Note:This function is not available if there is only onechapter.1. Select a chapter on the Chapter List-Playlist menu.2. Press ENTER.The menu options appears on the left side of themenu.3. Use v/ Vto select [Move] option from Playlist options then press ENTER.4. Use b/ B/ v/ Vto choose the place you want tomove the chapter to then press ENTER.Confirm message appears.5. Use b/ Bto select [Yes] then press ENTER.After pressing ENTER, the updated menu isdisplayed.Hide a Chapter/THide a Chapter/TitleitleYou can skip playing chapters or titles without deletingfrom the disc.1. Use vVbBto choose a chapter or title you wantto hide on the Title List or Chapter List menu, thenpress 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.Tip:If you select a hidden chapter or title on the Title Listor Chapter List menu, you can ‘show’ it by choosing[Show] option on the menu. After doing that, you areable to see the chapter or title.Protect a TProtect a Title itle Use this function to protect against accidentalrecording, editing or deleting of the title.1. Press MENU/LIST to display the Title List menu.2. Use vVbBto choose a title you want to protectthen press ENTER.Options appear on the left side of the screen.3. Select [Protect] from the options.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 onthe Title List menu, you can ‘unprotect’ it by choosing[Protect] option from the Title List menu options. Afterdoing that, you can edit and delete the title.-RWVR+R+RW+R+RW-RWVR
51DubbingDubbingBefore DubbingBefore DubbingUse the copying features of this recorder to:Back up important recordings stored on the HDD toa DVD.Make a DVD copy of a recording on the HDD toplay 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 OneTouch Copy feature. Using this you can very simplycopy the title that’s currently playing from HDD toDVD, or the other way around.Note:If the title’s length is less than 5 seconds, the dubbingis not available. (from HDD to DVD)Restrictions on copyingSome video material is copy-once protected. Thismeans that it can be recorded to HDD, but it cannotthen be freely copied again. If you want to transfercopy-once protected material from HDD to DVD, you’llneed to use a VR mode DVD-RW disc compatiblewith CPRM Ver. 1.1, and the following restrictionsapply:After copying a copy-once protected title to DVD it isautomatically erased from the HDD. It is not thereforepossible to copy a locked title that is copy-onceprotected.You can identify copy-once protected material duringplayback by displaying disc information on-screen. Amedia in NTSC format cannot be copied.What is ‘CPRM’?CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramblesystem) only allowing the recording of ‘copy once’broadcast programs. CPRM stands for ContentProtection for Recordable Media.This Recorder is CPRM compatible, which means thatyou can record copy-once broadcast programs, butyou cannot then make a copy of those recordings.CPRM recordings can only be made on DVD-RWdiscs formatted in VR mode, and CPRM recordingscan only be played on players that are specificallycompatible with CPRM.CopyrightRecording equipment should be used only for lawfulcopying and you are advised to check carefully whatis lawful copying in the area in which you aremaking a copy. Copying of copyright material suchas films or music is unlawful unless permitted by alegal exception or consented to by the rights owner.This product incorporates copyright protectiontechnology that is protected by method claims ofcertain U.S. patents and other intellectual propertyrights owned by Macrovision Corporation and otherrights owners. Use of this copyright protectiontechnology must be authorized by MacrovisionCorporation, and is intended for home and otherlimited viewing uses only, unless otherwiseauthorized by Macrovision corporation. Reverseengineering or disassembly is prohibited.Notice for Progressive Scan UseCONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGHDEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLYCOMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAYCAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THEPICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 PROGRESSIVE SCANPICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THATTHE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE AREQUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SETCOMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p HDD/DVDRECORDER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMERSERVICE CENTER.Fast copyingCopying between DVD and HDD is a completelydigital process and therefore involves no loss ofquality in the audio or video. This means that you cantransfer back and forth without having to worry aboutthe quality getting worse with each copy ‘generation’.It also means that copying can be carried out at themaximum speed possible.When copying from HDD to DVD, the speed ofcopying depends on the recording mode and the kindof DVD disc you’re using.
52Dubbing from HDD to DVD Dubbing from HDD to DVD 1. On the Title List-HDD menu, select a title you wantto dub then press ENTER.The menu options appears on the left side of thescreen.2. Use v/ Vto select [Dubbing] option then pressENTER.Dubbing menu appears.3. Use b/ Bto select record mode (HQ, SQ, LQ,EQ, or Fast), then press V.‘Start’ icon is highlighted.Fast: See page 51 for more information on Fastcopying.4. When [Start] icon is highlighted, press ENTER.Dubbing starts.5. To stop dubbing at any other time, press STOP (x).Notes:•The recording time of [Fast] mode could be varieddepending 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•Stopping dubbing in [Fast] mode partway throughwill cancel the recording and any data recorded upto that point will be lost. •If the remaining space on the disc is insufficient,the [Fast] mode is not available.•The [Fast] mode is not available for edited HDDtitle.Dubbing from DVD to HDDDubbing from DVD to HDD1. On the Title List menu, select a title you want todub then press ENTER.Menu options appears on the left side of thescreen.2. Use v/ Vto select [Dubbing] option then pressENTER.Dubbing menu appears.3. Use b/ Bto select record mode  (HQ, SQ, LQ,EQ, or Fast), then press V.[Start] icon is highlighted.Fast: Only available when copying VR mode discto HDD. (See page 51 for more information onFast copying.)4. When [Start] icon is highlighted, press ENTER.Dubbing starts.5. To stop dubbing at any other time, press STOP (x).Notes:•Depending on the conditions of the recordingequipment or the disc itself, the dubbing may notbe capable.•Stopping dubbing in [Fast] mode partway throughwill cancel the recording and any data recorded upto that point will be lost. •The recording time of [Fast] mode can take up to19 minutes.
53DubbingOne TOne Touch Copy ouch Copy (HDD to DVD)(HDD to DVD)The One Touch Copy feature copies the currentlyplaying title from the HDD to DVD. The whole title iscopied, regardless of where in the title you startcopying. The recorder copies at the maximum speedpossible.For One Touch Copy to work, make sure that arecordable DVD disc is loaded.During HDD playback, press DUBBING to copy thecurrent title to DVD.The on-screen display indicates that the title is beingcopied. Playback continues while copying.You cannot use the One Touch Copy function tocopy a title if any part of the title is copy-onceprotected.One TOne Touch Copy ouch Copy (DVD to HDD)(DVD to HDD)One Touch Copy from DVD to HDD copies a singletitle 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, whenrecording automatically stops. The copy will be madein the recording mode (HQ, SQ, LQ, EQ) that iscurrently set.During DVD playback, press DUBBING to copy thecurrent title to HDD.Playback starts again from the beginning of thecurrent title. The on-screen display indicates that thetitle is being copied.Notes:•Video CD cannot be copied to HDD.•The copying stops when then recorder detects abadly 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 isnot available.Tip:To  stop dubbing at any other time, press STOP (x).
54ReferenceAdditional InformationAdditional InformationOverwriting Recording To  overwrite a new video recording on a previouslyrecorded title, follow these steps. This feature is notavailable for DVD+Rs, that always record at the endof the Disc.1. Select input source you want to record (TVchannel, AV1-4, DV). 2. Press MENU/LIST to display the Title List menu.3. Use vVbBto choose a title you want tooverwrite.4. Press REC (z) to start overwrite recording.Overwrite recording starts from the start point ofthe title.5. Press STOP (x) to stop the overwrite recording.The new title is created and updated menu isdisplayed.Notes:•This function is not available for a protected title. •If the overwrite is longer than the recordinglength of the current title, the next title isoverwritten. But if next title is protected, theoverwriting stops at the starting point of thetitle.•If the selected title’s recording length is less than10 seconds, the next title is overwritten. But if thenext title is protected, overwriting stops.Viewing Title List menu displayed onother DVD Recorders or Players You can view the Title List menu displayed on theother DVD player that is capable of playing DVD+RWor DVD+R discs. 1. Insert DVD+R or DVD+RW disc recorded already.2. Press TITLE in Play mode.Title List menu will appear as shown below.Tip:You can remove the Title List menu by pressingSTOP (x).3. To play back a title, select the title you want thenpress ENTER or N(PLAY).Playing Your Recordings on Other DVDPlayers (Finalizing a Disc)Most regular DVD players can play finalized discsrecorded in Video mode, finalized DVD+R orDVD+RWs. A small number of players can also playDVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode, finalized or not.Check the manual that came with the other player tocheck what formats of discs it will play.Finalizing ‘fixes’ the recordings and editings in placeso that the disc can be played on a regular DVDplayer or computer equipped with a suitable DVD-ROM drive.Finalizing a Video mode disc creates a menu screenfor navigating the disc. The menu can be accessed bypressing MENU/LIST or TITLE. To finalize a disc, refer to “Finalize”on page 23.Notes:•Unfinalized DVD+RW is playable on regular DVDplayers.•The edited contents of a DVD+RW disc iscompatible on regular DVD players only afterfinalization.•Any edited contents of the DVD+R disc are not compatible on regular DVD players. (Hide, chaptercombine, added chapter mark, etc.)•How long finalization takes depends on the type ofdisc, how much is recorded on the disc, and thenumber of titles on the disc. •DVD+R DL disc can take up to 30 minutes tofinalize.+R+RW+RW
55ReferenceArea CodeAfghanistan AFArgentina ARAustralia AUAustria ATBelgium BEBhutan BTBolivia BOBrazil BRCambodia KHCanada CAChile CLChina CNColombia COCongo CGCosta Rica CRCroatia HRCzech Republic CZDenmark DKEcuador ECEgypt EGEl Salvador SVArea CodeEthiopia ETFiji FJFinland FIFrance FRGermany DEGreat Britain GBGreece GRGreenland GLIslands HMHungary HUIndia INIndonesia IDIsrael ILItaly ITJamaica JMJapan JPKenya KEKuwait KWLibya LYLuxembourg LUArea CodeMalaysia MYMaldives MVMexico MXMonaco MCMongolia MNMorocco MANepal NPNetherlands NLNetherlands Antilles ANNew Zealand NZNigeria NGNorway NOOman OMPakistan PKPanama PAParaguay PYPhilippines PHPoland PLPortugal PTRomania RORussian Federation RUArea CodeSaudi Arabia SASenegal SNSingapore SGSlovak Republic SKSlovenia SISouth Africa ZASouth Korea KRSpain ESSri Lanka LKSweden SESwitzerland CHThailand THTurkey TRUganda UGUkraine UAUnited States USUruguay UYUzbekistan UZVietnam VNZimbabwe ZWArea Codes Area Codes Choose an area code from this list.Language CodeAbkhazian 6566Afar 6565Afrikaans 6570Albanian 8381Ameharic 6577Arabic 6582Armenian 7289Assamese 6583Aymara 6588Azerbaijani 6590Bashkir 6665Basque 6985Bengali; Bangla 6678Bhutani 6890Bihari 6672Breton 6682Bulgarian 6671Burmese 7789Byelorussian 6669Cambodian 7577Catalan 6765Chinese 9072Corsican 6779Croatian 7282Czech 6783Danish 6865Dutch 7876English 6978Esperanto 6979Estonian 6984Faroese 7079Language CodeFiji 7074Finnish 7073French 7082Frisian 7089Galician 7176Georgian 7565German 6869Greek 6976Greenlandic 7576Guarani 7178Gujarati 7185Hausa 7265Hebrew 7387Hindi 7273Hungarian 7285Icelandic 7383Indonesian 7378Interlingua 7365Irish 7165Italian 7384Japanese 7465Javanese 7487Kannada 7578Kashmiri 7583Kazakh 7575Kirghiz 7589Korean 7579Kurdish 7585Laothian 7679Latin 7665Latvian, Lettish 7686Language CodeLingala 7678Lithuanian 7684Macedonian 7775Malagasy 7771Malay 7783Malayalam 7776Maltese 7784Maori 7773Marathi 7782Moldavian 7779Mongolian 7778Nauru 7865Nepali 7869Norwegian 7879Oriya 7982Panjabi 8065Pashto, Pushto 8083Persian 7065Polish 8076Portuguese 8084Quechua 8185Rhaeto-Romance 8277Rumanian 8279Russian 8285Samoan 8377Sanskrit 8365Scots Gaelic 7168Serbian 8382Serbo-Croatian 8372Shona 8378Sindhi 8368Language CodeSinghalese 8373Slovak 8375Slovenian 8376Somali 8379Spanish 6983Sudanese 8385Swahili 8387Swedish 8386Tagalog 8476Tajik 8471Tamil 8465Tatar 8484Telugu 8469Thai 8472Tibetan 6679Tigrinya 8473Tonga 8479Turkish 8482Turkmen 8475Twi 8487Ukrainian 8575Urdu 8582Uzbek 8590Vietnamese 8673Volapük 8679Welsh 6789Wolof 8779Xhosa 8872Yiddish 7473Yoruba 8979Zulu 9085Language CodesLanguage CodesUse this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, Disc Menu.
56Controlling Controlling YYour TV with theour TV with theSupplied Remote ControlSupplied Remote ControlYou can control the sound level, input source, andpower switch of your LG TV with the supplied remote.You can control your TV using the buttons below.By pressing You canPOWER Turn the TV on or off.AV Switch the TV’s input source between the TV and other inputsources.PR +/– Scans up or down through memorized channels.VOL +/– Adjust the volume of the TV.MUTE Temporarily turns TV sound OFF, press again to restore.Controlling other TVs with the remoteYou can control the sound level, input source, andpower switch of non-LG TVs as well. If your TV islisted in the table below, set the appropriatemanufacturer code.1. While holding down TV POWER button, press thenumber buttons to select the manufacturer codefor your TV (see the table below).2. Release TV POWER button.Code numbers of controllable TVsIf more than one code number is listed, try enteringthem one at a time until you find the one that workswith your TV.Notes:•Depending on your TV, some or all buttonsmay not function on the TV, even after enteringthe correct manufacturer code.•If you enter a new code number, the code numberpreviously entered will be erased.•When you replace the batteries of the remote, thecode number you have set may be reset to thedefault setting. Set the appropriate code numberagain.TV ControlButtonsManufacturer Code NumberADMIRAL 16,33,37,44,45AIWA 70AKAI 01AMARK 09AOC 01BELL & HOWELL 33BROKSONIC 18,19CANDLE 51CCE 07CENTURION 08CINERAL 43CITIZEN 49,50,51,52,53,54,55CORONADO 09CROWN 09CURTIS MATHES 01,03,08,33,35,37,44DAEWOO 16,38,39,40,41,42,43DAYTRON 01,08EMERSON 01,09,16,17,18,19FISHER 28,29FUNAI 46,47GENERAL ELECTRIC 03,10,11,13,37,44GRADIENTE 01,56,57,63,67HITACHI 09,14,15,43JC PENNEY 01,08,10,27,35JVC 20,21,63,67KIOTE 43KMC 09KTV 01,08,09,31LG (GOLDSTAR) 01,07,08,09,35,39,40LODGENET 33LOGIK 33LXI 09,24,25,26,27,28,29MAGNAVOX 01,02,04,05,06,07,08,09,20,34,35,43,51,61,62,65MAJESTIC 33MARANTZ 01,32MEMOREX 33MGA/MITSUBISHI 01,08,32,34Manufacturer Code NumberMONTGOMERY01,06,08,09WARD23,24,32,33,34 NEC 01,08NOBLEX 07PACKARD BELL 43PANASONIC 07,11,13,25,35,36PHILCO 01,06,07,08,09,15,38,43,58PHILIPS 06,07,43,61,62,65PIONEER 30PORTLAND 09PROSCAN 03,37,44QUASAR 11,13RADIO SHACK 16,17,23RCA 01,03,37,44,69REALISTIC 16,17,23SAMPO 08SAMSUNG 01,08,09,25,68SANYO 28,29SCOTT 01,08SEARS 09,25,26,27,28,29SEMP 64SHARP 09,22,23,24,60,66SIGNATURE 2000 01,06,08,09,10,23,24,33,34SONY 12,62SOUNDESIGN 51SYLVANIA 01,04,05,06,07,08,35,51SYMPHONIC 46,47TATUNG 11TEKNIKA 07,09,16,33,51TELERENT 09,33THOMSON 69YORX 08TOSHIBA 01,25,26,27,64WARDS 01,06,08,09,10,33,34XR1000 48ZENITH 01, 02,33,59
57ReferenceSymptomNo power.No picture.No sound.The playback picture ispoor.The recorder does notstart playback.The picture from theexternal input isdistortedSome channels areskipped over whenusing v/ V.The picture or sound ofbroadcasting channel isweak or missing.Camcorder image is notshown.Camcorder image viaA/V input or DV IN torecorder is not shownon TV screen.CauseThe power cord is disconnected.TV/DVD mode for the recorder is setto TV.The TV is not set to receive recordersignal output.The video cable is not connectedsecurely.The connected TV power is turned off.The equipment connected with theaudio cable is not set to receiverecorder signal output.The audio cables are not connectedsecurely.The power of the equipment connectedwith the audio cable is turned off.The audio connecting cord is damaged.The disc is dirty.No disc is inserted.An unplayable disc is inserted.The disc is placed upside down.The disc is not placed within theguide.The disc is dirty.The Rating level is set.The video signal from the externalcomponent is copy-protected.Those channels are not stored in therecorder.Antenna or cables are loose.Camcorder is off.The recorder’s source is incorrect.SolutionPlug the power cord into the walloutlet securely.Press TV/DVD on the remote controlrepeatedly to choose DVD mode. TVindicator disappears in the display window.Select the appropriate video input modeon the TV so the picture from therecorder appears on the TV screen.Connect the video cable securely. Turn on the TV. Select the correct input mode on theaudio receiver so you can listen to thesound from the recorder.Connect the audio cable securely.Turn on the equipment connectedwith the audio cable.Replace it with new one.Clean the disc.Insert a disc. (Check that the discindicator in the display window is lit.) Insert a playable disc. (Check the disctype, color system, and regional code.)Place the disc with the playback sidedown.Place the disc on the disc traycorrectly inside the guide.Clean the disc.Cancel the Rating function or changethe rating level.You cannot connect via this recorder.Connect the component directly toyour TV.Restore channels. See page 16. Tighten connections or replace cable.Turn camcorder on and operate properly.Use INPUT to select input channel(AV1, AV2, DV, etc.)TTroubleshootingroubleshootingCheck the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service.
58SymptomCannot play a discrecorded using thisrecorder on anotherplayer.Cannot record or didnot record successfully.Timer recording is notpossible.Stereo Audio Recordand/or Playback is notpresent.The remote controldoes not work properly.CauseThe disc was recorded in Video mode.Some players will not play even afinalized disc recorded in Video mode.The disc was recorded in VR mode.Discs recorded with copy-once materialcannot be played on other players.The remaining blank space on thedisc is insufficient.The source you are trying to record iscopy protected.When setting the recording channel, thechannel is tuned on the TV’s own tuner.When recording to a Video mode disc,programs that are copy-onceprotected cannot be recorded.Clock in recorder is not set to correcttime.Timer has been programmed incorrectly.Timer record indicator light does notappear after programming timer.TV is not Stereo-compatible.Broadcast program is not in stereoformat.The recorder A/V Out jacks are notconnected to TV A/V In jacks.The recorder Audio/Video Out is notselected for viewing at the TV.The recorder’s TV audio channel isset to mono.The remote control is not pointed atthe remote sensor of the recorder.The remote control is too far from therecorder.There is an obstacle in the path of theremote control and the recorder.The batteries in the remote controlare exhausted.SolutionFinalize the disc. (page 23)No solution.The other player must be RWcompatible in order to play it.No solution.Use another disc.You cannot record the source.Select the channel on the recorder’sbuilt-in TV tuner.Use a VR mode formatted disc forcopy-once material.Set clock to correct time. See [ClockSet] on page 16.Reprogram Timer. See [TimerRecording] on page 41.Reprogram Timer.No solution.No solution.Make A/V connections. Stereo is available only via A/V output from therecorder.Select AUX or A/V source as TVinput.Set TV audio channel mode to Stereo.See “Changing TV audio channel” onpage 42.Point the remote control at the remotesensor of the recorder.Operate the remote control within 7 m.Remove the obstacle.Replace the batteries with new ones.Reset the RecorderIf you observe any of the following symptoms...When the Recorder is plugged in, but the powerwill not turn on or off.When the display window does not working.When the Recorder does not operate normally.You can reset the Recorder as follows :Press and hold  the POWER button for morethan five seconds. This will force the Recorderto power off.Press the POWER button again to turn theRecorder back on.Unplug the power cord and then plug the powercord again after more than five seconds.
59ReferenceSpecificationsSpecificationsGeneralPower requirements AC 120V, 60 HzPower consumption 45W Dimensions (approx.) 430 X 49 X 350 mm (w x h x d) without footMass (approx.) 4.6 kgOperating temperature 5˚C to 35˚COperating humidity 5 % to 90 %Signal system NTSCRecording Recording format DVD Video Recording, DVD-VIDEORecordable media HDD (250GB), DVD-ReWritable, DVD-Recordable, DVD+ReWritable, DVD+Recordable, DVD+Recordable (Double Layer)Recordable time DVD (4.7GB): Approx. 1 hour (HQ mode), 2 hours (SQ mode), 4 hours (LQ mode), 6 hours (EQ mode)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 (250GB): Approx. 66 hours 30 minutes (HQ mode), 129 hours (SQ mode), 239 hours (LQ mode), 356 hours (EQ mode)Video recording formatSampling frequency 27MHzCompression format MPEG 2 (VBR support)Audio recording formatSampling frequency 48kHzCompression format Dolby DigitalPlaybackFrequency response DVD (PCM 48 kHz): 8 Hz to 20 kHz, CD: 8 Hz to 20 kHzDVD (PCM 96 kHz): 8 Hz to 44 kHzSignal-to-noise ratio More than 100 dB (AUDIO OUT connector)Harmonic distortion Less than 0.008% (AUDIO OUT connector)Dynamic range More than 95 dB (AUDIO OUT connector)InputsAERIAL IN Aerial input, 75 ohmsVIDEO IN 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms, sync negative, RCA jack x 2 / SCART x 2AUDIO IN 0 dBm more than 47 kohms, RCA jack (L, R) x 2 / SCART x 2DV IN 4 pin (IEEE 1394 standard)OutputsVIDEO OUT 1 Vp-p 75 Ω, sync negative, RCA jack x 1 / SCART x 2COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync, RCA jack x 1(PROGRESSIVE SCAN) (Pb)/(Pr) 0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω, RCA jack x 2Audio output (digital audio) 0.5 V (p-p), 75 Ω, RCA jack x 1Audio output (optical audio) 3 V (p-p), 75 Ω, Optical connector x 1Audio output (analog audio) 2.0 Vrms (1 KHz, 0 dB), 600 Ω, RCA jack (L, R) x 1 / SCART x 2AccessoryVideo cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Audio cable (L, R)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1RF Coaxial Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Remote control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Batteries  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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