ORION ELECTRIC M2D3A DVD-RW/VCR TV Interface Device User Manual hyoushi

ORION ELECTRIC CO., LTD. DVD-RW/VCR TV Interface Device hyoushi

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DVD-RW RECORDER & VCRRDVD-RW RECORDER & VCROWNER S MANUALBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly.TV/CATV MODE SELECTIONWhen shipped from the factory, the TV/CATV menu option is set to the “CATV” (Cable Television) mode.If not using CATV (Cable TV), set this menu option to the “TV” mode.ORION WEBSITEFOR INFORMATION ON OUR OTHER PRODUCTS, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE ATWWW.ORIONSALESINC.COMVRDVD4005BEFORE USINGYOUR UNIT DISC PLAYBACK TAPE PLAYBACK RECORDING DUBBINGVARIOUS SETTINGSADDITIONAL INFORMATIONEDITING OF THE DISC, hyoushi 03.8.20, 11:23 PM1DRAFT
2ContentsContents ........................................................ 2Sansui Dual Deck DVD Recorder ................. 4Warranty..................................................... 4Master Protection Agreements ................... 4Before using your unitCaution .......................................................... 5Important Safeguards .................................... 6Disc ............................................................... 9Handling discs ............................................ 9Discs which can be played back ................. 9Discs on which video can be recorded ...... 10Recording format....................................... 10Disc playback in other players .................. 11Parts and functions ...................................... 12Front ......................................................... 12Rear .......................................................... 12Display window ......................................... 13Remote control.......................................... 14Power source ............................................ 15Antenna connections ................................... 16CATV connections ....................................... 18Connections with the TV or audio component .... 20Auto clock setting ........................................ 22Setting the video channnel ........................... 22Disc playbackPlayback procedure ..................................... 23Playback by selecting a title ........................ 24Checking media information ......................... 25Special playback.......................................... 26Fast forword playback ............................... 26Review playback ....................................... 26Still playback ............................................ 26Frame advance ......................................... 26Slow motion playback ............................... 26Locating a chapter or track........................ 26Commercial skip ....................................... 27Locating a specific scene ......................... 27Repeat playback .......................................... 28One touch repeat ...................................... 28A-B repeat playback ................................. 28Title, Chapter repeat playback .................. 28Title selection .............................................. 29DVD menu.................................................... 29Changing angles .......................................... 30Zooming ....................................................... 30Changing soundtrack ................................... 31Subtitles ...................................................... 31Various operations on CD ............................. 32MP3/WMA/JPEG playback .......................... 34PROGRESSIVE scan .................................. 37Tape playbackLoading and unloading.................................. 38Cassette tape playback ............................... 39Special playback.......................................... 40Picture search........................................... 40Still picture ................................................ 40Slow motion .............................................. 40Frame by Frame picture ............................ 40Adjusting tracking condition ...................... 40Repeat playback ....................................... 40ZERO RETURN function .............................. 41Video index search system .......................... 41RecordingRead this before recording video on disc ...... 42Types of disc ............................................ 42Recording modes ...................................... 42Disc remaining time .................................. 43Images that cannot be recorded ................ 43Recording a TV program ............................... 44One touch timer recording (OTR) .................. 46Timer recording ............................................ 47Stereo recording and playback ..................... 50Editing the discEditing the disc ............................................ 51Creating and editing a playlist ...................... 52Creating a playlist ..................................... 52Renaming the title menu ........................... 53Erasing scenes (Edit program) .................. 54Combining the title .................................... 56Erasing a playlist ...................................... 57Editing original ............................................. 58Adding a chapter mark .............................. 58Combining chapters .................................. 59Renaming program name .......................... 60Erasing a scene (Edit program) ................. 61Erasing the original program ...................... 62Renaming a disc name ................................ 63Renaming a disc name ............................. 63Using the keyboard screen........................ 64DubbingDubbing a tape onto a disc........................... 66Dubbing a disc onto a tape........................... 67Dubbing video or audio by connecting otherequipment ................................................... 68
3ContentsVarious settingsSETUP MENU ............................................. 69Using the SETUP MENU .......................... 69Setting the language .................................... 70OSD LANGUAGE ..................................... 70DVD MENU ............................................... 70AUDIO ...................................................... 70SUBTITLE ................................................ 70Selecting and cancelling of pareatal control . 71Selecting parental control.......................... 71Temporarily canceling parental control....... 71Setting the clock .......................................... 72CLOCK SET ............................................. 72STANDARD TIME (Time zone setting) ...... 72DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME......................... 72Disc setup and operation.............................. 73REFORMAT .............................................. 73NEW DISC FORMAT ................................ 73FINALIZE.................................................. 73PROTECT DISC ....................................... 74UNDO FINALIZE....................................... 74Other............................................................ 74DIMMER (Turning the display window “ON”or “OFF”) ................................................... 74DISPLAY/CALL (Selecting the screen dis-play).......................................................... 74Terning on the screen dispay ........................ 75TV SCREEN ............................................. 75STILL MODE ............................................ 75NO NOISE BACKGROUND ...................... 75EXTERNAL VIDEO INPUT ....................... 75Terning on the quality control........................ 76BRIGHTNESS .......................................... 76DNR .......................................................... 76Adjusting audio ............................................ 76DRC .......................................................... 76VIRTUAL SURROUND (Spatializer N-2-2) ...... 76EXTERNAL AUDIO INPUT ....................... 76SAP (Second Audio Program) ................... 77Recording..................................................... 77INITIALIZING REC TO .............................. 77INITIALIZING REC MODE ........................ 77AUTO CHAPTER ...................................... 77Selecting reception cannel ........................... 78TV/CATV SELECT .................................... 78AUTO CH MEMORY ................................. 78ADD/DELETE ........................................... 78Other............................................................ 78JPEG INTERVAL ...................................... 78Additional informationGlossary ...................................................... 79Language code list ....................................... 81Error message list ........................................ 82Troubleshooting ............................................ 83Video head cleaning ..................................... 84Specifications .............................................. 85DVD-VIDEODVD-VIDEODVD-RWVRDVD-RWVRDVD-RWVideoDVD-RWVideoDVD-RDVD-RCDCDVCRVCRDVD-VideoDVD-RW in VR modeDVD-RW in video modeDVD-RAudio CD and CD-R/CD-RWVideo tapeMedia markEach applicable media are indicated using the symbol shown below.
4WarrantyOne Year Full Warranty on Sansui Dual Deck DVD RecorderIf this product is defective in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, RETURN IT TOYOUR NEAREST SEARS PARTS & REPAIR CENTER, and it will be repaired free of charge.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179Master Protection AgreementsCongratulations on making a smart purchase. Yournew Dual Deck DVD Recorder is designed andmanufactured for years of dependable operation.But like all products, it may require preventivemaintenance or repair from time to time. That’swhen having a Master Protection Agreement cansave you money and aggravation.Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now andprotect yourself from unexpected hassle and ex-pense.The Master Protection Agreement also helps ex-tend the life of your new product. Here’s what’sincluded in the Agreement:Expert service by our 12,000 professional re-pair specialistsUnlimited service and no charge for partsand labor on all covered repairs“No-lemon” guarantee – replacementof your covered product if four or more prod-uct failures occur within twelve monthsProduct replacement if your covered prod-uct can’t be fixedAnnual Preventive Maintenance Check atyour request – no extra chargeFast help by phone – phone support from aSears technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus convenient repair schedul-ingPower surge protection against electricaldamage due to power fluctuationsRental reimbursement if repair of your cov-ered product takes longer than promisedOnce you purchase the Agreement, a simplephone call is all that it takes for you to scheduleservice. You can call anytime day or night, orschedule a service appointment online.Sears has over 12,000 professional repair spe-cialists, who have access to over 4.5 million qual-ity parts and accessories. That’s the kind of pro-fessionalism you can count on to help prolong thelife of your new purchase for years to come. Pur-chase your Master Protection Agreement today!Some limitations and exclusions apply.For prices and additional information call1-800-827-6655.Sears Installation ServiceFor Sears professional installation of homeappliances, garage door openers, water heaters,and other major home items, in the U.S.A. call1-800-4-MY-HOME®Sansui Dual Deck DVD RecorderVRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM4
5WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLI-ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.CAUTION:THIS DIGITAL VIDEO PLAYER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM.TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS USER’S GUIDE CAREFULLY ANDRETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE UNIT REQUIRE MAINTENANCE, CONTACT AN AU-THORIZED SERVICE LOCATION-SEE SERVICE PROCEDURE.USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR THE PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSESPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.TO PREVENT DIRECT EXPOSURE TO LASER BEAM, DO NOT TRY TO OPEN THE ENCLOSURE. VIS-IBLE LASER RADIATION MAY BE PRESENT WHEN THE ENCLOSURE IS OPENED. DO NOT STAREINTO BEAM.Location of the required MarkingThe rating sheet and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTIONThe lightning flash with arrowhead sym-bol, within an equilateral triangle is in-tended to alert the user to the presenceof uninsulated dangerous voltage withinthe product’s enclosure that may be ofsufficient magnitude to constitute a riskof electric shock to persons.The exclamation point within an equilat-eral triangle is intended to alert the userto the presence of important operatingand maintenance (servicing) instructionsin the literature accompanying the appli-ance.CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (ORBACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALI-FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and canradiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip-ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined byturning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is con-nected.- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partly responsible for compliance with theFCC Rules could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.CAUTIONCERTIFICATION: COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION PERFORMANCESTANDARD, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J.VRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM5
61. READ INSTRUCTIONSAll the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONSThe safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.3. HEED WARNINGSAll warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONSAll operating and use instructions should be followed.5. CLEANINGUnplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior cabinet only.6. ATTACHMENTSThe manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments, as they may causehazards.7. WATER AND MOISTUREDo not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wetbasement, or near a swimming pool.8. ACCESSORIESDo not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit.8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quickstops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the applianceand cart combination to overturn.9. VENTILATIONSlots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventila-tion, to ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from over-heating.These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings shouldnever be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similarsurface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This unit should not be placedin a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided and/or the manufacturer’sinstructions have been adhered to.10. POWER SOURCESThis unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are notsure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. Forunits intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATIONThis unit is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than theother). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insertthe plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician toreplace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug, if your unit is equippedwith a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This too, is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact yourelectrician to replace your obsolete outlet.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.12. POWER-CORD PROTECTIONPower-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placedupon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the appliance.13. LIGHTNINGTo protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unitdue to lightning and power line surges.S3125APORTABLE CART WARNING(symbol provided by RETAC)IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSVRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM6
7IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS14. POWER LINESAn outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric lightor power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antennasystem, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with themmight be fatal.15. OVERLOADINGDo not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRYDo not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shortout parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDINGIf an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is groundedto provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the NationalElectrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and sup-porting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the groundingelectrode.18. SERVICINGDo not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerousvoltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICEUnplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the followingconditions:a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controlsthat are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result indamage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normaloperation.e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.20. REPLACEMENT PARTSWhen replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by themanufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.21. SAFETY CHECKUpon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks todetermine that the unit is in proper operating condition.22. HEATThe product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherproducts (including amplifiers) that produce heat.23. DISC TRAYKeep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury.24. CONNECTINGWhen you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment fromthe wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal injury. Read the owner’smanual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections.25. LASER BEAMDo not look into the opening of the disc tray or ventilation opening of the product to see the source of the laserbeam. It may cause sight damage.VRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM7
8EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THENATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODECONDENSATIONMoisture will form in the operating section of the DVD/VCR if the unit is brought from cool surroundings into a warmroom or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly. When this happens, the DVD/VCR’s performance will beimpaired.To prevent this, let the DVD/VCR stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before switching it on, or makesure that the room temperature rises gradually.Condensation may also form during the summer if the DVD/VCR is exposed to the breeze from an air conditioner.In such cases, change the location of the DVD/VCR.26. DISCDo not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause seriouspersonal injury and product malfunction.27. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLERThis reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC thatprovides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connectedto the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)ANTENNA LEAD IN WIREGROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPSPOWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)GROUND CLAMPELECTRIC SERVICEEQUIPMENTNEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES2898AIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS* This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intendedfor home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks ofDolby Laboratories. * “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.* Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, films, video cassettes and other materials mayinfringe the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.* Certain audio features of this product manufactured under a license from Desper Products, Inc. Spatializer®,N-2-2™ and the circle-in-square device are trademarks owned by Desper Products, Inc.VRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM8
9DiscHandling discsRemoving the Disc from its caseBe sure to hold the disc by its edges. Do not touch thesurface of the disc.Take the disc carefully from its case.• Do not scratch the disc.• Do not get dirt on the surface of the disc.• Do not stick labels or adhesive tapes on the disc.• Do not drop or bend the disc.Storing discs• Store the disc in the case to avoid any risk ofscratches, dirt or damage.• Do not leave the disc exposed to direct sunlight or inhot or humid places.Cleaning discsWipe the disc with a clean, dry cloth from the centeroutward toward the edges.• Do not wipe the disc in a circular motion around thecenter.• Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.Discs which can be played backIn this unit, use only discs that meet the standard, suchas those bearing the below logo mark on the disc labelsurface. If you use the non-standardized disc, we can-not guarantee playback. Even if such a disc can be playedback, we cannot guarantee the image or sound quality.The DVD logo is a registered trademark.Region management informationThis unit is designed and manufactured to support theRegion management information that is recorded on aDVD disc. If the region number written on the DVD discdoes not correspond to the region number of this unit,this unit cannot play that disc.• The region number of this unit is “1”.• The unit will play DVD-Video discs marked with la-bels containing “1” or “ALL”.Example: 1Operating DVD-Videos• Some operations of DVD-Videos may be prohibitedby the manufacturer, or some operation methods orfunctions of the DVD-Videos may be different fromthe description in this manual.• If you attempt an operation that is prohibited by ei-ther the disc or the unit, a “ ” mark will appear on theTV monitor. For operations prohibited by the disc, seethe information that came with the disc.• When the menu screen or the operation guide ap-pears during disc playback, follow the displayed in-formation.Discs which cannot be played backThe discs listed below cannot be played back in gen-eral. Even if one of these can be played back, it maynot be played back correctly. If a disc is played back bymistake, extensively loud sounds may blow the speak-ers or may damage the hearing of those in hearingrange. Do not play back the below discs.CDG, Photo-CD, CD-ROM, CD-TEXT, CD-EXTRA,VCD, SVCD, SACD, PD, CDV, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM,DVD+R/RW, DVD audio, etc.The below DVD-Videos may not be played back.• DVD-Videos that do not have the region number “1”or “ALL”.• PAL/SECOM DVD-Videos.• Prohibited or business-use DVD-Videos.CD-R/CD-RWs cannot be played back for the fol-lowing reasons.• Compatibility of the disc and this unit.• Compatibility of the disc and the recorder used.• Unfinalized discs.Do not playback the following discs. Playback ofthese discs may cause a failure.• Discs on which paper, labels or stickers are affixed.• Discs that have sticky areas left by adhesive tape.• Special-shaped discs.* This unit is designed to playback music Compact Discs (CD) thatconform to the CD standard. CDs that contain (copy-restriction) sig-nals to protect copyrights cannot be played back.Media type Logo markDVD-VideoDVD-RW Ver.1.0 Ver.1.1Ver.1.1CPRM supportDVD-R Ver.2.0Audio CD*CD-R/CD-RWlVRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM9
10DiscDiscs on which video can be re-cordedTo record video with this unit, use the below discs.Recording formatThis unit has two modes for formatting discs for record-ing: VR mode and video mode.When an unused DVD-RW (Ver.1.1) is loaded into thisunit, the automatic initialization function starts to initial-ize the disc. (For the disc format setting in this step, seepage 73.)VR mode• This mode can be used for DVD-RWs.• In this mode, the discs can be recorded and editedrepeatedly.• The disc recorded in this mode can be played backon other DVD-RW-supporting players.• When a Ver.1.1 CPRM disc is used, you can record aTV program “One-time recordable”.Video mode• This mode can be used for DVD-Rs and DVD-RWs(Ver.1.1).• When you finalize the disc after recording, the discrecorded with this unit can be played back in otherDVD players.• Recording, editing or playback of an unfinalized disccan be done only with this unit. However, there is somelimitation to editing operations.• In this mode, you cannot record a TV program “one-time recordable”.• When you record a TV program of a bilingual broad-cast, only the audio selected from main or sub canbe recorded.Format modes that can be used each discThe usable format depends on the media type as shownin the below table.DVD-RW• The disc can repeatedly record about 1,000 times.• Only the VR mode can be used for Ver.1.0 discs.• With Ver.1.1 discs, you can record by selecting theVR mode or video mode.• When you record in the VR mode, you can repeat-edly record and erase. By erasing the unnecessarytitle, you effectively increase remaining time.• When you record in the video mode, you can recorduntil the disc becomes full.• When you use the video mode, you can newly recordon the disc by initializing the disc. However, if the discis initialized, all the recorded content will be erased.DVD-R• You can record on the disc only in the video mode.• You can record until the disc becomes full.• Finalizing the discs allows playback on other DVDplayers. However, the finalized discs can no longerrecord or erase.• Discs can be additionally recorded with this unit onlyuntil they are finalized.NOTES:• There are some players that cannot play back discsthat were recorded with this unit. We cannot guaran-tee the playback on other units.• This unit cannot record on DVD-R and DVD-RWs of8 cm diameter.• This unit cannot record on CD-R or CD-RW.Media type FormatDVD-RW(Ver.1.0)DVD-RW(Ver.1.1 and later)DVD-R(Ver.2.0 and later)Available functionsVR modeVR modeVideo modeVideo modePlayback, recording andediting (Original/playlist)Playback, recording andediting (Original/playlist)Playback and recordingEditing (with limitation)Playback and recordingEditing (with limitation)Media type Logo markDVD-RW Ver.1.0 Ver.1.1Ver.1.1CPRM supportDVD-R Ver.2.0VRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM10
11DiscTitle/Chapter/TrackA DVD-Video has a large partition called a “title” and asmaller partition called a “chapter”.A music CD has another partition called a “track”. Anumber is allotted to each partition and these numbersare called “title numbers”, “chapter numbers” or “tracknumbers”.When recording in the VR modeOne-time recording is set to 1 title (1 chapter). How-ever, if you stop recording temporarily or erase scenesby editing, the chapter will automatically be partitioned.The interval between chapters can be specified. (Seepage 77.)When recording in the video modeOne-time recording is set to 1 title. In recording, chap-ters are set automatically. The interval between chap-ters can be specified. (See page 77.)NOTES:• The title, chapter and track are numbered, but somediscs may not record the numbers.• Recording on DVD-R/RW in the video mode is a newstandard approved at the 2000 DVD forum. Confor-mity to this standard varies with each DVD playermanufacturer. Some models of DVD player or DVD-ROM drive, therefore, will not play back recorded vid-eos.• In the video mode, you can only change title names.Other editing operations cannot be performed.• The number of chapters that can be created on onedisc varies with the remaining memory space of thedisc, the target number being 200. However, the num-ber of chapter marks that cannot be erased (this chap-ter is automatically created when a scene is addedor erased) is limited to 50 per title.Disc playback in other playersA disc recorded in this unit can be finalized. The final-ized disc can be played back in players other than thisunit that can playback DVD-RWs and DVD-Rs.For more information on finalization, see “Finalization”in “Disc setting” (page **).When recording in the VR modeA disc recorded in the VR mode can be recorded oredited in this unit after finalization.When you playback the disc in another player, makesure that the DVD player supports DVD-RW and bearsthe following mark.When recording in the video modeWhen a disc recorded in the video mode is finalized,you cannot record the disc after that. Therefore, beforefinalization, be sure to perform the necessary record-ing. After finalization, a title menu that can be used bythe DVD player is automatically created.NOTES:• The finalization process requires a few minutes toabout 1 hour. (If there is much remaining space onthe disc, the process will take more time.)• A DVD-RW Ver.1.1 recorded in the video mode can-not be recorded or edited after finalization, but if youinitialize the disc by erasing all the content, you canrecord on this disc.• A finalized disc may not play because of its conditionor the DVD player used for playback.• Some players may not playback the discs recordedwith this unit. We cannot guarantee the playback us-ing other players.TRACK 1 TRACK 2 TRACK 3 TRACK 4 TRACK 5Audio-CDVRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM11
12Parts and functionsRearFrontAC power cord DVD COAXIAL DIGITALAUDIO OUT jackDVD/VCR commonAUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT jacksDVD AUDIO (L/R)OUT jacksDVD/VCR commonAUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN (LINE 1) jacksDVD S-VIDEOIN (LINE 1) jackDVD S-VIDEOOUT jackDVD COMPONENTOUT jacksDVD OPTICAL DIGITALAUDIO OUT jackRF IN jackRF OUT jackVCR/DVDDVD FUNCTIONVCR FUNCTIONSELECTVCR RECRECCassette Loading Slot Display windowVCR indicator DVD indicatorEJECTbuttonAUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN (LINE 2) jacksPOWERbutton VCR/DVDbutton OPEN/CLOSEbutton PLAYbuttonSTOPbutton RECbuttonREW (Rewind) buttonFF (Fast Forward) buttonCHANNEL buttonDisc trayDVD S-VIDEOIN (LINE 2) jackVRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM12
13No. Display DescriptionLights during video tape playback.1Parts and functionsNOTE:Some discs may be displayed wrong or e.g. chapter number, playback time, etc. may not be displayed.Display windowVideo tape is temporarily stopped.Lights during video tape recording.Progressive scanning mode.Timer recording display.PP21 3424Appears when a CD is inserted.Appears when a CD-R is inserted.Appears when a DVD video is inserted.Appears when a DVD-R is inserted.Appears when a DVD-RW is inserted.Appears when a DVD-RW in VR mode is inserted. When the disc is set to video mode, VR does not appear.Always appears when the disc is set to VCR or DVD mode. When you press TV/VCR to select TV mode, VCR disappears.Video tape is in the unit.Clock display (Colon [ : ] flashes.)Counter display in hour/minute/second for VCR/DVD, minute/second for CDCATV channel displayTV channel display for VCRTrack number display for CDDisplay for remaining timeDisplay for afternoon (out in the morning)The external input channel (L1 or L2) displayError displayLights during playback of DVD and CD. Flashes in auto resume.DVD or CD is temporarily stopped.Lights during DVD recording.CDCD-RDVDDVD--RDVD--RWVRVCR10:0001H00M00SC 36CH2CHTRK 2REMAINPML1/L2Err34 DVD recording modes. XP, SP, LP or EP is selected in turn by pressing the REC MODE/SPEED each time.2 VCR recording modes. SP or SLP is selected in turn by pressing the REC MODE/SPEED each time.SP/SLPXP/SP/LP/EPVRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM13
14Remote control PageParts and functionsPOWER Turns power on/off. 00EJECT Ejects the cassette tapes. 00OPEN/CLOSE Opens or Closes the tray. 00DVD/VCR Switches to operation between VCR and DVD. 000-9 Direct channel selection of TV 00Setting input 00Entering a password 00TIMER REC Sets the unit to start recording at a preset time. 00INPUT SELECT Switches the connected TV to external mode. 00DISPLAY/CALL Displays VCR or DVD operation status. 00RETURN Removes the DVD setup menu. 00CLEAR/CANCEL Deletes the Timer program. 00Cancels input data in the setting mode. 00TITLE MENU/TOP MENUSelects titles of a DVD disc. 00CH / Channel selection for the connected TV or VCR 00 / Cursor buttons 00TRK +/– Manual tracking buttons in the playback mode 00 / Cursor buttons 00ENTER/SELECT Option selection in the menu 00DVD MENU Displays the menu of the DVD disc. 00SETUP Displays the setup menu. 00STOP Stop 00PLAY Playback 00PAUSE/STILL Still picture/Recording pause on/off 00SKIP / Skips tracks in the forward or reverse direction 00INDEX / Searches for the INDEX mark of a tape 00REW/SEARCH Rewind/Review playback 00F.FWD/SEARCH Fast Forward/Forward search playback 00ONE TOUCH REPEATRepeats playback between the section played 0010 seconds before and present section. 00CM SKIP Skips commercial breaks. 00SLOW Slow motion playback 00REC/OTR Recording 00REC MODE/SPEED Selects the recording mode. 00DUBBING Copies VCR to DVD or DVD to VCR. 00AUDIO/AUDIO SELECTSwitches sound between mono and stereo. 00Changes the language of the DVD. 00ZOOM Zoom 00REPEAT A-B Repeats playback between A and B. 00ZERO RETURNStops the tape when the counter reaches 00H00M00S.00ANGLE Changes playback angle. 00COUNTER RESET Resets the counter to 00H00M00S.00SUB TITLE Resets subtitles of the DVD disc. 00ATR Digital AUTO TRACKING 00PLAY MODE Selects the playback mode. 00REPEAT Repeats playback. 00CLOCK/COUNTER Changes the front panel display mode. 00TV/VCR Switches input between the TV and VCR. 00PROGRESSIVE Activates the progressive scanning mode. 00VRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM14
15Inserting BatteriesParts and functions3Replace the compartment cover.2Install two “AAA” batteries (notsupplied), paying attention to thepolarity diagram in the batterycompartment.1Open the battery compartmentcover in the direction of the ar-row.Battery precautionsThe precautions below should be followed when using batteries in this device:1.Use only the size and type of batteries specified.2.Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device. To avoid a potential short circuit, insert the “–” end first.3.Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.4.If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury frompossible battery leakage.5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow batterymanufacturer’s directions.)Remote control basics•Press POWER to turn the DVD/VCR on or off.•Press CH or CH to move through the channels one channel at a time.•The /// are also used to navigate on-screen menu system.•You can directly access specific channels using numeric keys.• Each press of DVD/VCR on the remote control, switches the screen between the DVD screen (DVD mode) andthe VCR screen (VCR mode).Operation• Aim the remote control at the remote sensor and press control buttons tooperate.• Operate the remote control within 30° angle on either side of the remotesensor, up to a distance of Approx. 5 meters (15 feet).Polarized AC Cord Plug(One blade is wider than the other.)AC OutletWider Holeand BladePower SourceTO USE AC POWER SOURCEUse the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insert the ACcord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet.NOTES:• Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specified voltage(120V 60Hz). Use the attached power cord only.• If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non-polarized AC outlet, do notattempt to file or cut the blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have anelectrician replace the obsolete outlet.• If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit and the unit fails tofunction, simply unplug the unit from the AC outlet and plug it back in. Theunit should return to normal operation.30°30°Approx.5 meters (15 feet)VRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM15
16NOTES: •A clear picture will not be obtained by the DVD/VCR unless the antenna signal is good. Connect theantenna to the DVD/VCR properly.•For better quality recording, an indoor antenna or a telescopic antenna is not recommended. The useof an outdoor type antenna is required.•If you are not sure about the connection, please refer to qualified service personnel.If you are using an antenna system, follow these instructions. If you are a cable (CATV) subscriber, skipahead to page 18 for the proper connections. ANTENNA TO DVD/VCR CONNECTIONThe DVD/VCR must be connected “between” the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TVand connect it to the DVD/VCR. Then connect the DVD/VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connect-ing an antenna system to a DVD/VCR. Find the type of antenna system you are using and follow the connectiondiagram.If both VHF and UHF antennas have 300 ohm twin lead (flat) wires,use a combiner having two 300 ohm inputs and one 75 ohm output.NOTE:Basic connectionsCombination VHF/UHF antenna with 75 ohm coaxial cableCombination VHF/UHF antenna with 300 ohm twin lead (flat) wireSeparate VHF and UHF antennas123DVD/VCR300 ohm twin lead (flat) wire75(suMatching transformer300 ohm input75 ohm output(not supplied)DVD/VCR300 ohm twin lead (flat) wire75 ohm coaxial cableUHFVHF7(sCombiner75/300 ohm input75 ohm output(not supplied)DVD/VCR75 ohm coaxial cable75 VRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM16
17NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used,set the TV/CATV menu option tothe “TV” mode.TV with single 75 ohm UHF/VHF antennainputNOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used,set the TV/CATV menu option tothe “TV” mode.TV with 300 ohm UHF and 75 ohm VHFantenna inputsNOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used,set the TV/CATV menu option tothe “TV” mode.TV with 300 ohm UHF and 300 ohm VHFantenna inputs DVD/VCR TO TV CONNECTIONAfter you have connected the antenna to the DVD/VCR, you must connect the DVD/VCR to the TV.Below are 3 common methods of connecting your DVD/VCR to a TV. Find the type of TV you are using and followthe connection diagram.This DVD/VCR has a single 75 ohm output for connection to a TV. If your TV has separate VHF and UHF antennainputs (numbers 2 and 3 below), use a splitter to connect the DVD/VCR to the TV for VHF and UHF reception.Basic connectionsUHFVHFTV75 ohm coaxial cable (supplied)Splitter75 ohm input75/300 ohm outputs(not supplied)UHFVHFTV75 ohm coaxial cable (supplied)Splitter75 ohm input300 ohm outputs(not supplied)UHF/VHF INTV75 ohm coaxial cable (supplied)VRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM17
18Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription chan-nels. This DVD/VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cablecompany supplied converter box, except for those channels which are intentionally scrambled. If you subscribe toa special channel which is scrambled, you must have a descrambler box for proper reception.CATV (CABLE TV) connectionsNOTE: Whenever a converter/descrambler box is placed before the DVD/VCR, you must tune the DVD/VCR to theoutput of the converter/descrambler box, usually channel 3 or 4.ALLOWS: •Recording of nonscrambled channels.•Use of the programmable timer.•Recording of one channel while watching another.ALLOWS: •Recording of channels through the converter box(scrambled and unscrambled).•Using the programmable timer to record only thechannel selected at the converter box.PREVENTS:•Recording one channel while watching another.•Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.123ALLOWS: • Recording of nonscrambled channels.• Use of the programmable timer.• Recording an unscrambled channel while watchingany channel selected at the converter box.PREVENTS: Recording scrambled channels.NOTE:If you are playing a tape or using thetuner built into the DVD/VCR, the con-verter must be set to the video channeloutput of the DVD/VCR (either 3 or 4).NOTE:To record from converter/descrambler,DVD/VCR tuner must be tuned to theconverter output channel, usually chan-nel 3 or 4.UHF/VHFIN (ANT)TVDVD/VCRIncoming cableUHF/VHFIN (ANT)TVDVD/VCRIncomingcableConverter/descramblerUHF/VHFIN (ANT)TVDVD/VCRIncoming cable Converter/descramblerVRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM18
19IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the “CATV” mode.This DVD/VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler. In order to receive scrambledprograms, your existing descrambler must be used. Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies. Consult yourlocal cable company for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment. There are many waysto connect your DVD/VCR to a cable system. Below are six common methods of connection.456ALLOWS: •Recording of one channel while watching another.•Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.•Recording of all channels through the converter box.PREVENTS:•Watching scrambled channels while recording another channel.•Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.ALLOWS: •Recording of nonscrambled channels.•Recording of one channel while watching another.•Watching premium channels through the converter while recording nonscrambled channels.•Using the programmable timer.PREVENTS: Recording scrambled channels.ALLOWS: •Recording of all channels through the converter box.•Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel while watching another (scrambled orunscrambled) channel.•Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.PREVENTS: Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.CATV (CABLE TV) connectionsUHF/VHFIN (ANT)TVDVD/VCRIncomingcableSplitterConverter/descramblerA/B switchUHF/VHFIN (ANT)TVDVD/VCRIncomingcableSplitterConverter/descramblerA/B switchUHF/VHFIN (ANT)TVDVD/VCRIncomingcableSplitterConverter/descramblerA/B switchConverter/descramblerVRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM19
20Connections with the TV or audio componentThe exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to the DVD/VCR is depen-dent on the model and features of each component. Check the Owner’s Manual provided with each component forthe location of video and audio inputs and outputs.Connect to a TV with Audio/Video outputYou can enjoy playback by connecting the unit to a TV.Connect the unit to a TV equipped with audio input (L/R) and video input jacks using the supplied audio/video cable.Connect to a TV with S-Video output (for DVD/CD playback)If your TV has an S-VIDEO input, you can get higher quality by connecting it with the S-VIDEO output of the unitusing the S-video cable instead of connecting the video input of the TV to the VIDEO jack of the unit.Connect to a TV with Component video output (for DVD/CD playback)You can enjoy high quality picture by connecting the unit’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to the COMPONENTVIDEO IN jacks of your TV with the COMPONENT video cables (not supplied).NOTES:• When connecting to a TV using the VIDEO or S-VIDEO jack, make sure that the PROGRESSIVE indicator onthe display window is not lit. If it is lit, the VIDEO and S-VIDEO outputs do not feed the correct signals and youcannot see any picture. To turn off the PROGRESSIVE indicator, make the Progressive scanning modeinactive (see page 37).• When the component video input jacks on a TV is of the BNC type, use an adapter to convert a pin jack to a BNCjack (not supplied).To Audio (R) inputAUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied)Audio (R) outputTo Audio (L) inputAudio (L) outputTo Video inputVideo output TVDVD/VCRTo Audio (R) inputAUDIO cable (not supplied)Audio (R) outputTo Audio (L) inputAudio (L) outputS-Video output To S-Video intputS-Video cable (not supplied)TVDVD/VCRTo Audio (R) inputAUDIO cable (not supplied)Audio (R) outputTo Audio (L) inputAudio (L) outputTVDVD/VCRCOMPONENT VIDEO cable (not supplied)To Component video outputTo Component video inputVRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM20
21Connections with the TV or audio componentNOTE:You may connect to a TV with a Componentvideo cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable(not supplied) instead of a video cable (notsupplied).Connect to a stereo amplifier with audio outputYou can enjoy high quality audio by connecting the audio output to your amplifier.Connect the AUDIO OUT jacks to any line-level inputs (such as AUX, DVD, CD, etc.) of an audio amplifier.Connect to an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surroundIf you are using an Amplifier with a built-in digital surround as follows, you can enjoy the various audio systemssuch as Dolby Digital and DTS by using the Optical or Coaxial Digital Output.Use this connection to connect an:•AV amplifier with built-in *Dolby Digital decoder•AV amplifier with built-in *DTS decoderConnecting the optical digital cableYou may connect to an AV Amplifier with an Optical digital cable (not supplied) instead of a Coaxial digitalcable.When you connect the optical digital cable (not supplied), remove the dust protection cap from the rear panel.When not using the optical digital cable, attach the dust protection cap to protect against dust.NOTES:• The DVD OUTPUT jacks (OPTICAL, COAXIAL, AUDIO L/R, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT) are useful only forDVD section. The VHS signal is output only from the composite jacks (DVD/VCR OUTPUT) and UHF/VHF OUT.• When you make the connections above, do not set DOLBY DIGITAL to DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS to ON on the AVamplifier. If you do, a loud noise will suddenly come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing thespeakers to be damaged.• Caution for the optical digital audio output connector: Do not connect to an amplifier (with an optical digital inputconnector) which does not contain a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder. Otherwise, any attempt to play DVDs maycause such a high level of noise that it may be harmful to your ears and damage your speakers.• DTS audio will be output only from the COAXIAL or OPTICAL output. To hear DTS audio, DTS-Decoder isnecessary.• When playing DTS-encoded CDs, only noise will be heard from the speakers or analogue stereo outputs.• Some DTS decoders which do not support DVD-DTS interface may not work properly with the unit.To Audio (R) inputAUDIO cable (not supplied)Audio (R) outputTo Audio (L) inputAudio (L) output Stereo AmplifierDVD/VCRDVD/VCR AV Amplifier with built-in variousdecoder as aboveVideo outputTo Video intputCoaxial digital audio outputCoaxial digitalcable (not supplied)Video cable (not supplied)TVVRDVD4005_P02-P21 03.8.20, 11:38 PM21
22Setting the video channelNOTES:•When shipped from factory, thevideo channel is set to CH 3.•If the unit does not operate prop-erly, or No key operation (by theunit and/or the remote control):Static electricity, etc., may affectthe operation. Disconnect the ACpower cord once, then connect itagain.• If no buttons are pressed for morethan 60 seconds, the MENUscreen will return to normal TVoperation automatically.Auto clock settingPreparation:You must set the antenna connection before the AC cord plug is in-serted into the AC outlet.WAIT 30 MINUTES! when the power switch is off, after the connec-tions of the antenna and the power plug. Because the auto clock set-ting feature is activate.After the clock is set automatically, you may have to set the time zoneand daylight saving time.Press POWER to turn on the DVD/VCR after the auto clock operationcompleted.• When shipped from factory, the “AUTO CLOCK” option is set to “ON”position.• If you turn the DVD/VCR on during auto clock setting, the clock is notset.• With cable box connection, if the auto clock setting is unsuccessful,please select the PBS channel carrying the XDS information, thenturn the DVD/VCR off. After 30 minutes, turn the DVD/VCR on, and ifthe clock is not set automatically, set the clock manually. (See page72.)Setting the video channelTo view playback of a recorded tape or DVD disc, or to watch aprogram selected by the VCR’s channel selector, the TV must beset to channel 3 or 4 (video channel).When a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable only.1Press and hold 3 or 4 on the remote con-trol for 3 seconds in the standby modeto select CH 3 or 4. The selected chan-nel number will flash on the display forabout 4 seconds.2Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3 or 4 to correspond with the chan-nel selected in step 1.3Press POWER to turn on the DVD/VCR.4Press DVD/VCR to select the VCR mode. The VCR indicator onthe front panel will light.5Press TV/VCR to select the VCR position.The VCR indicator will appear in the display.6Select any channel to receive a TV station in your area.The channel number will appear on the screen for about 4 sec-onds.For a push-button TV tunerIf CH 3 or 4 corresponding to the video channel cannot be tuned onyour TV, proceed as follows: set the VCR 3/4 channel selector and theTV to CH 3 or 4, playback a prerecorded tape and tune the TV toreceive a sharp color picture from the video cassette recorder. Refer toyour TV owner’s manual for details.VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM22nowremaking
23READINGPlayback procedurePreparation:•Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.•Press DVD/VCR to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator willlight.)1Press OPEN/CLOSE.The disc tray will open.2Place a disc onto the tray.Hold the disc, position it with theprinted label side up, align it withthe guides, and place it in its properposition.3Press OPEN/CLOSE to close thedisc tray.“READING” appears on the screenand some discs start playback au-tomatically.•A menu screen may appear onthe TV screen, if the disc has a menu feature. In this case, press, , , or ENTER to operate a menu feature.4Press PLAY to start playback.5Press STOP to end playback.•The DVD/VCR memorizes the stopped point, depending onthe disc. “ ” appears on the screen for approx. 4 seconds.“” keep blinking in the display until the playback is stoppedcompletely. Press PLAY to resume playback (from the scenepoint).•If you press STOP again (“ ” appears on the screen) or unloadthe disc, the DVD/VCR will clear the stopped point.6Then press OPEN/CLOSE.The disc tray opens.Remove the disc and press POWER.The disc tray closes automatically and DVD/VCR turns off.NOTES:•If a non-compatible disc is loaded, “Incorrect Disc”, “Region CodeError” or “Parental Error” will appear on the TV screen according to the type of loaded disc. In this case, checkyour disc again (See pages 9 and 22).•Some discs may take a minute or so to start playback.•A Prohibition symbol “” may appear at the upper right of the screen. This symbol means either the feature youtried is not available on the disc, or the DVD/VCR can not access the feature at this time. This does not indicatea problem with the DVD/VCR.•When you set a single-faced disc label downwards (ie. the wrong way up) and press PLAY or OPEN/CLOSE,“READING” will appear and remain on the screen for approx. 40 seconds and then it will change to “IncorrectDisc”.•Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally fixed by software producers. Since this DVD/VCRplays DVDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may notbe available. Also refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs.•When playing DTS-encoded Audio CDs, excessive noise will be heard from the analog stereo outputs. To avoidpossible damage to the audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions when the analog stereooutputs of the DVD/VCR are connected to an amplification system.VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM23
24Playback by selecting a titleWhen playing back a recordeddisc, you can display the titlemenu and select the title to beplayed back.Preparation:•Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.•Load a recorded DVD.•Press DVD/VCR to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator willlight.)1Press TITLE MENU.The title menu will appear.2Press or to select the title you want to playback.3Press ENTER.The selected title is played back.NOTES:•When a disc that has been recorded in the video mode is finalized,the title menu doesn’t appear. When a disc that has been recordedin the VR mode is finalized, the title menu appears.• If you don’t display the title menu and press PLAY, the first title isplayed back.• The title menu is used not only for playing back titles but also forediting various discs and titles. For details of editing operation, seepage 51.•If you create a playlist, an original title and playlist appear in the titlemenu. For creating a playlist, see page 52.ENTER/SELECTRETURNENTER BACKSETENDSELECTTITLEMENUDISC NAME:Title 1Title 2Title 308/11/2003 06:52AM -- XPTitle 1 PLTitle 2 PLTitle 1REC DATE :08/11/2003TIME :08:61AMLENGTH :00:30:17CHANNEL :06REC MODE :EPTITLE MENUENTER/SELECTRETURNENTER BACKSETENDSELECTTITLEMENUDISC NAME:Title 1Title 2Title 308/11/2003 06:52AM -- XPTitle 1 PLTitle 2 PLTitle 3REC DATE :08/11/2003TIME :08:61AMLENGTH :00:30:17CHANNEL :06REC MODE :EPTITLE MENUVRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM24
25Checking media informationTITLE 01/35 TIME 00:25:41CHAPTER 08/38 SUBTITLE OFF/ANGLE 01/01 REC MODEAUDIO 01/03ENG CLOCKNORMAL21:27:38 CHDISC NAMEMEDIA TYPE DVD VIDEOTITLE ORIGINAL35REMAINING TIMEDISC PROTECTFINALIZEDVarious information on the loadeddisc can be displayed on the TVscreen.NOTES:•The displayed information varieswith the type of media.•Some information may not appeardue to media type or operatingconditions.Preparation:•Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.•Load the disc.•Press DVD/VCR to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator willlight.)1Press DISPLAY/CALL.Media information will appear. This media information is displayedfor about 50 seconds, and then automatically goes out.2Press DISPLAY/CALL while the media information above is dis-played. The next media information will appear.*The remaining time displayed during recording may be differentfrom the actual remaining time. When you want to check the cor-rect remaining time, stop recording and display the media infor-mation again.3Press DISPLAY/CALL again while the media information above isdisplayed. The media information will disappear.VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM25
26Special playbackNOTE: There may be a slight de-lay between pressing the buttonand the function activation.NOTE:The unit is capable of holding a stillvideo image or On screen display im-age on your television screen indefi-nitely. If you leave the still video im-age or On screen display image dis-played on your TV for an extendedperiod of time, you risk permanentdamage to your television screen.Projection televisions are very sus-ceptible.Fast forward playbackPress F.FWD during normal playback.Each press of F.FWD will increase the speed of the search (x2),(x4), (x8), (x20).•To resume normal playback, press PLAY.Review playbackPress REW during normal playback.Each press of REW will increase the speed of the search (x2), (x4), (x8), (x20).•To resume normal playback, press PLAY.Still playbackPress PAUSE/STILL during normalplayback.To resume normal playback, pressPLAY.Frame advancePress PAUSE/STILL during still play-back.One frame is advanced each time youpress PAUSE/STILL.To resume normal playback, pressPLAY.Slow motion playbackPress SLOW during normal playback or still playback.Each press of SLOW will change the speed of the slow x1/2, x1/4,x1/8.•To resume normal playback, press PLAY.•To resume the still playback, press PAUSE/STILL.Locating a chapter or trackPress SKIP ( ) Forward or SKIP ( ) Reverse during playback tolocate a chapter that you want to watch.Each time you press the button, a chapter or track is skipped.VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM26
27Commercial skip/ Locating a specific sceneCommercial skipUse this function to skip commercials while you playback the re-corded video.Press CM SKIP during playback.During DVD playback, the time jumps to a point 29 seconds later andplayback resumes.During video playback, the video is rapidly forwarded for 29 secondsand playback resumes.NOTES:•When you press CM SKIP during A-B repeat playback or Chapterrepeat playback, Repeat Playback is cancelled.•When you press CM SKIP during Title repeat playback, Commercialskip is not carried out and Title repeat playback remains active.•With some DVD-Videos, the Commercial skip operation may not workbecause of the scene being played back.Locating a specific sceneSpecify the time recorded on the disc, chapter or title to play-back.1Press PLAY MODE.The play mode screen will appear.2Press or to select “TIME SEARCH”, “CHAPTER SEARCH”or “TITLE SEARCH”.TIME SEARCH: Input the time until the playback is restarted.CHAPTER SEARCH: Select the chapter number to be played back.TITLE SEARCH: Select the title number to be played back.The screen above shows the display when “CHAPTER SEARCH”is selected.3When selecting “TIME SEARCH”, input the time until the playbackis restarted with the numeric keys. When selecting “CHAPTERSEARCH” or “TITLE SEARCH”, press or to select the chap-ter number or title number.4Press ENTER.The playback starts at the point you selected.TIMESEARCHCHAPTERSEARCHTITLESEARCH REPEATTIMESEARCHCHAPTERSEARCHTITLESEARCH REPEATCHAPTER1CHAPTER2CHAPTER3NOTE:For “REPEAT”, see “Title, Chapterrepeat playback” (page 28).VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM27
28NOTES:•Some discs may not work with therepeat operation.•In A-B repeat mode, subtitles nearpoint A or B may not appear.•During the A-B repeat playback theANGLE feature will not operate.•You may not be able to set A-Brepeat, depending on the scenesof the DVD.•A-B repeat does not work with aninteractive DVD and MP3/WMA/JPEG-CD.•When the CD or CD-R is selected,you cannot use Title and Chapterplayback.Repeat playback1Press REPEAT A-B during play-back.The start point is selected.2Press REPEAT A-B again.The end point is selected. Playbackstarts at the point that you selected.Playback stops at the end point,returns to Point A automatically,then starts again.To resume normal playback press REPEAT A-B again.“OFF” appears on the screen.Title, Chapter repeat playback1 Press REPEAT.2Press or to select “REPEAT” and press ENTER.3Press or to select “OFF”, “CHAPTER” or “TITLE” from thelist.OFF: Playback is not repeated.CHAPTER: The chapter in playback is repeatedly played back.TITLE: The title in playback is repeatedly played back.4Press ENTER.•When you perform the steps 1 to 3 in the playback or temporarilystop of the disc, the chapter and the title in the playback or tempo-rarily stop of the disc are repeatedly played back. When you pressPLAY in the temporarily stop of the disc, the playback restarts.•When you perform the steps 1 to 3 in the stop of the disc and pressPLAY, the first chapter and the title is repeatedly played back.•To cancel the repeat playback, select “OFF” in step 3.One touch repeatThis feature repeats playback on a recent section during play-back by returning the video to a recently viewed point.Press ONE TOUCH REPEAT during playback.The video returns to a point 10 seconds before and playback resumes.NOTES:•If the time from the title top is less than 10 seconds when ONE TOUCHREPEAT is pressed, the title top is repeated and then the video isplayed back.•If you press ONE TOUCH REPEAT during A-B repeat playback orChapter repeat playback, Repeat playback is cancelled.•If you press ONE TOUCH REPEAT during Title repeat playback, onetouch repeat is not carried out and Title repeat playback remains active.•With some DVD-Videos, the one touch repeat operation may not beperformed because of the scene being played back.TIMESEARCHCHAPTERSEARCHTITLESEARCH REPEATOFFCHAPTERTITLETIMESEARCHCHAPTERSEARCHTITLESEARCH REPEATA-B repeat playbackA-B repeat playback allows you to repeat material between twoselected points.VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM28
29Title selection / DVD menuNOTE:Depending on the DVD, you may beunable to select the title, and a “titlemenu” may simply be called a“menu” or “title” in the instructionssupplied with the disc.Title selectionTwo or more titles are recorded on some discs. If the title menu isrecorded on the disc, you can select the desired title.1Press TITLE MENU/TOP MENU during playback.The title menu appears on the screen.•Press TITLE MENU/TOP MENU again to resume playback atthe scene when you pressed TITLE MENU/TOP MENU.2Press / or / to select the desired title.3Press ENTER or PLAY.The playback of the selected title will start.DVD menuSome DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using the menu.When you playback these DVDs, you can select the subtitles lan-guage and soundtrack language,etc. using the DVD menu.1Press DVD MENU during playback.The DVD menu appears on the screen.•Press DVD MENU again to resume playback at the scene whenyou pressed DVD MENU.2Press / or / to select the desired item.3Press ENTER.The menu continues to another screen. Repeat steps 2 and 3 toset the item completely.VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM29
30Changing angles / ZoomingNOTES:•Depending on the DVD, you maynot be able to change the angleseven if multi-angles are recordedon the disc.•You can use the Pause, Slow,Search or Skip feature in the zoommode.Changing anglesWhen playing back a disc recorded with multi-angle facility, youcan change the angle that you are viewing the scene from.1Press ANGLE during playback.The current angle will appear.2Press ANGLE repeatedly until the desired angle is selected.ZoomingThis unit will allow you to zoom in on the frame image. You canthen make selections by switching the position of the frame.1Press ZOOM during playback.The center part of the image willbe zoomed in.Each press of ZOOM will changethe ZOOM “X2” (x 1.3), “X3” (x 1.5)and “X4” (x 2.0).2Press / or / to view a different part of the frame.You may move the frame from the center position to UP, DOWN,LEFT or RIGHT direction.3In the zoom mode press ZOOM repeatedly to return to a 1:1 view“X1”.VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM30
31Changing soundtrack language / SubtitlesNOTES:•If the desired language is not heardafter pressing the button severaltimes, the language is not recordedon the disc.•Changing soundtrack or subtitleslanguage is cancelled when youopen the disc tray or turn the poweroff. The initial default language oravailable language will be heard andseen if the disc is played back again.•Depending on the DVD you may beunable to turn on, turn off, or changethe subtitles, even if they are re-corded on the disc. While playingthe DVD, the subtitles may changewhile opening or closing the disctray, or while changing the title.•In some cases, the subtitles lan-guage is not changed to the se-lected one immediately.Changing soundtrack languageYou can select the language when you play a multilingual disc.1Press AUDIO during playback.The current soundtrack languagewill appear.2Press AUDIO repeatedly until thedesired language is selected.The on-screen display will disap-pear after a few seconds.Turning the subtitles On and OffWhen playing back a disc recorded with subtitles, you can turnthe subtitles on or off.Press SUB TITLE during playback un-til “Subtitle OFF” appears.Changing the subtitles languageYou can select the language when playing back a disc recordedwith multi-lingual subtitles.Press SUB TITLE repeatedly duringplayback until your desired languageappears.The on screen display will disappearafter a few seconds.VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM31
32Various operations on CDPreparation:•Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.•Load the music CD.•Press DVD/VCR to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.)Press TITLE MENU/TOP MENU.The play music screen will appear.This section describes the play mu-sic screen where music CDs can beplayed back using the various opera-tions.Track 02Track 03Track 04Track 05Track 06Track 07Track 08Track 09Track 10Track 01Track 0100:00:00/00:03:5400:00:00/00:45:28Mode: normalTRACK DATAENTER/SELECT RETURNPLAY BACK ENDSELECT SETTITLEMENUTrack 02Track 03Track 04Track 05Track 06Track 07Track 08Track 09Track 10Track 01Track 0100:00:00/00:03:5400:00:00/00:45:28Mode: normalTRACK DATAENTER/SELECTRETURNENTER BACK ENDSELECTTITLEMENUPLAYHIDERANDOM PLAYREPEAT TRACKREPEAT ALLPROGRAM PLAYBACKTIME SEARCHPLAYPress . The menu list will appear.Playing back a selected track1Press or to select the track number you want to playbackwith the cursor and press .2Press or to select “PLAY” from the menu list and press ENTER.The selected track will be played back.Excluding specified track1Press or to select the track number you do not want toplayback with the cursor and press .2Press or to select “HIDE” from the menu list and press ENTER.The selected music will not be played back. (“H” appears at theside of the track number.)When you want to cancel “HIDE”, Press or to select the tracknumber with “H” and press .Press or to select “SHOW” from the menu list and press ENTER,“HIDE” will be cancelled.VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM32
33Various operations on CDRandom playback1Select “RAMDOM PLAY” from the menu list and press ENTER.The order of music tracks is automatically changed.2Press PLAY.Music is played back in random order.To cancel random playback, select “RAMDOM PLAY” from the menulist again, and press ENTER.Repeat playback of selected track1Press or to select the track number you want to repeat play-back and press .2Select “REPEAT TRACK” from the menu list and press ENTER.3Press PLAY.The selected track will be played back repeatedly.To cancel repeat track playback, select “REPEAT TRACK” from themenu list again, and press ENTER.Repeat playback of all tracks1Select “REPEAT ALL” from the menu list and press ENTER.2Press PLAY.All tracks on CD will be played back repeatedly.To cancel the repeat all playback, select “REPEAT ALL” from the menulist again, and press ENTER.Playing back programsYou can specify the playback order yourself.1Select “PROGRAM PLAY” from the menu list and press ENTER.2Press or to select to the track number that you want tochange the order of and press ENTER.The “” mark will appear at the right side of the track number.3Press or to select to the track number that you want tospecify and press ENTER.The track number that you select in step 2 moves to the positionthat you specified.4Repeat steps 2 and 3 to change the playback order.5Press PLAY.The tracks will be played back in the changed order.To cancel program playback, select “EXIT PROGRAM PLAY” from themenu list and press ENTER.Playing back track by specifying the time1Press or to select “TIME SEARCH” from the menu list dur-ing playback and press ENTER.2Press or to specify the elapsed time of the track (this will bethe starting point of playback) and press ENTER.3Press PLAY.Playback will start from the specified elapsed time.NOTE:When recording on a CD-R/CD-RWin the MP3 or WMA modes, “RAN-DOM PLAY” and “TIME SEARCH”will not appear in the menu list.VRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM33
34MP3/WMA/JPEG playbackMP3 and WMA files can be playedback. Also, you can display JPEGfiles on the TV screen and enjoytheir slide show.Limitations on MP3/WMA CDplayback:•MP3/WMA CD is the disc that isstandardized by ISO9660.•The directory and file names of theMP3/WMA CD must correspond tothe ISO standardized files.•This unit can read 200 files perdisc. If one directory has more than200 files, it reads up to 200 files,the remaining files will be omitted.•The unit is able to recognize up toa maximum of 50 directories perdisc.•MP3/WMA CDs may be used forplayback, but not for recording .•If the CD has both audio tracks andMP3/WMA files, only audio tracksare played.•It may take more than one minutefor this unit to read MP3/WMA filesdepending on its structure.•Music recorded by “Joliet Record-ing Specification” can be playedback, the file name is displayed(within 16 letters)on the screen.Long file names will be condensed.•The music files recorded by “Hier-archical File System ” (HFS) can-not be played.Preparation:•Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.•Load the disc storing MP3, WMA or JPEG.•Press DVD/VCR to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.)Using the BROWSER screen1Press TITLE MENU.The BROWSER screen will appear.2The MP3, WMA and JPEG files and folders stored in the disc aredisplayed on the BROWSER screen.•Select a folder and press ENTER. The files in the folder appear.When the file to be displayed is selectedYou can select the file types to be displayed on the BROWSER screen.1Press to select “SELECT FILES” and press ENTER.The following list will appear.popArtGrammy03_01.mp3Grammy03_02.mp3Grammy03_03.mp3Grammy03_04.mp3Grammy03_05.mp3Grammy03_06.mp3Grammy03_07.mp3Grammy03_08.mp3Toulouse-LautrecBROWSERENTER/SELECTRETURNPLAY BACKSETENDSELECTTITLEMENUMUSIC ONLY: Only the MP3 and WMA files, and the fold-ers including the MP3 and WMA files appear.PICTURES ONLY: Only the JPEG files and the folders includ-ing the JPEG files appear.ALL: All files and folders appear.2Select one item in the above list and press ENTER.The display will be changed to the selected display type.popArtGrammy03_01.mp3Grammy03_02.mp3Grammy03_03.mp3Grammy03_04.mp3Grammy03_05.mp3Grammy03_06.mp3Grammy03_07.mp3Grammy03_08.mp3Toulouse-Lautrec PLAYSELECT FILESBROWSERENTER/SELECTRETURNENTER BACK ENDSELECTTITLEMENUMUSIC ONLYPICTURES ONLYALLMUSIC ONLYVRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM34
35MP3/WMA/JPEG playbackMP3 CD•MP3 files must have the extensionletters, “.MP3 ” or “.mp3 ”.•Standard, sampling frequency, andthe bit rate:MPEG-1 Audio32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz32kbps to 320kbps (constant bitrate or variable bit rate)•The recommend recording settingfor a high quality sound is 44.1kHzof sampling frequency and128kbps of constant bit rate.WMA CD•When creating a WMA disc, makesure that the copyright function isoff. DRM files cannot be playedback.•WMA files must have the extensionletters, “.WMA ” or “.wma ”.•Standard, sampling frequency, andthe bit rate:WMA version 7 and 832kHz, 48kbps44.1kHz, 48kbps to 192kbps48kHz,128kbps to 192kbps•The file recorded by mono, 48kHz,48 kbps is not available to this unit.Playing back MP3/WMA files1Press or to select MP3 or WMA file.2Carry out either of the item a or b below.a: Press ENTER.b: Press to select “PLAY” and press ENTER.The TRACK DATA screen appears to playback the selected file.For the details of the TRACK DATA screen, see “Various opera-tions of CD” on page 32.3To return to the BROWSER screen, press RETURN.• To stop playback of the MP3 or WMA files, press TITLE MENU.Grammy03_02.mp3Grammy03_03.mp3Grammy03_04.mp3Grammy03_05.mp3Grammy03_06.mp3Grammy03_07.mp3Grammy03_08.mp3Grammy03_09.mp3Grammy03_10.mp3Grammy03_01.mp3BROWSERENTER/SELECTRETURNENTER BACKSETENDSELECTTITLEMENUGrammy03_02.mp3Grammy03_03.mp3Grammy03_04.mp3Grammy03_05.mp3Grammy03_06.mp3Grammy03_07.mp3Grammy03_08.mp3Grammy03_09.mp3Grammy03_10.mp3Grammy03_01.mp3Grammy03_01.mp300:00:19Mode: normalTRACK DATAENTER/SELECTRETURNPLAY BACK ENDSELECT SETTITLEMENUVRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM35
36MP3/WMA/JPEG playbackNOTE:The picture menu is displayed whenthe FUJICOLOR CD or the KodakPicture CD are played. To display thepicture menu, press TITLE MENU.Playing back JPEG files1Press or to select JPEG file.2Carry out either of the item a or b below.a: Press ENTER.b: Press to select “PLAY” and press ENTER.External browser list appears.The thumbnail images of the JPEG files stored in the route direc-tory or the folder appear.Press , , or to select the pages of the thumbnail im-ages, or select the JPEG file to be displayed at first for the slideshow.3Press ENTER to start the slide show.•Press ZOOM to enlarge the displayed image.•Press ANGLE to rotate the image by 90 degrees each time.4To return to the BROWSER screen, press RETURN.•To stop the slide show, press TITLE MENU.Alone.jpgAmbassadeurs-Aristide_Bruant.jpArlstide Bruant.jpgAt_the_Moulin_Rouge.jpgClown Cha-U-Kao.jpgDancer Seated.jpgEI Dorado.jpgGalerie 65 Cannes.jpgJane Avril-1893.jpgAlfred Ia Guigne.jpg/popArtBROWSERENTER/SELECTRETURNENTER BACKSETENDSELECTTITLEMENUExternal browser listSaxophone.jpg Waltz.jpg Drive.jpgparty_240803.jpg practice_ski.jpg Grandfather.jpgPage up : Channel up Viewing pictur 1-6 from 21Page down : Channel downVRDVD4005_P22-P36 03.8.20, 11:44 PM36
37Progressive scanThe unit supports the progressivescanning system as well as the con-ventional interlaced scanning sys-tem. If your TV is equipped with com-ponent jacks which support the pro-gressive video input, you can enjoyhigh quality picture by making theprogressive scanning mode active.Preparation:•Connect to a TV equipped with component jacks which support theprogressive video input.•Turn ON the TV and set it to the corresponding video input mode.•Press DVD/VCR to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator willlight.)1Press PROGRESSIVE in the stop mode. The PROGRESSIVE in-dicator “ ” on the display window will light.•The unit recognizes the picture source (film or video) of the cur-rent disc according to the disc information.2Press PLAY to start playback.NOTES:• Some discs may not be played back with the progressive scanning mode correctly because of the disc charac-teristics or recording condition.• There are some progressive TV and High-Definition TV sets that are not fully compatible with the unit, resultingin the unnatural picture when playing back a DVD disc in the progressive scanning mode. In such a case, usethe interlaced scanning mode.• You cannot make the progressive scanning mode active in following cases.- The unit is in the VCR mode.- The disc is played back in the DVD mode.•To make the progressive scanning mode inactive, press PRO-GRESSIVE in the stop mode. The PROGRESSIVE indicator“” on the display window will go off.Different scanning modesInterlaced scanTechnology that alternately displays odd-numbered scanning linesand even-numbered scanning lines. Also called “525I”, “I” mean-ing “interlace”.Progressive scanTechnology that simultaneously displays odd-numbered scanninglines and even-numbered scanning lines from top to bottom. Alsocalled “525P”, “P” meaning “progressive”.PVRDVD4005_P37-P50 03.8.21, 1:19 AM37
38Tape speed and maximum recording timeLoading and unloading a cassette tapeUse only video cassette tapes marked and .• Cassettes marked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be used with this video cassette recorder However, S-VHS recordingis not possible with this model.• This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) that makes it possible to playback S-VHSrecordings with regular VHS resolution.• HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.Erase prevention tabVCRAdhesiveErase prevention tabScrewdriverVideo cassette tapeTape SpeedSLP (Super Long Play)T-160 T-120 T-90 T-60 T-302-2/3 hours 2 hours 1-1/2 hours 1 hour 30 minutes8 hours 6 hours 4-1/2 hours 3 hours 1-1/2 hoursSP (Standard Play)LoadingPush the center of the tape until it is automatically in-serted.Insert the cassette tape with its labeled side facing upand the erase prevention tab positioned at your left. Aninverted cassette tape cannot be inserted.Automatic power ONWhen you insert a cassette tape the VCR power will turn ON automatically.Automatic playbackWhen loading a cassette tape without an erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically.UnloadingYou can eject the video tape while the unit is turned off.1Press EJECT on the unit or the remote control. 2Remove the cassette tape.Automatic tape ejectThis VCR will automatically rewind the tape when the tape has ended. And when the tape is rewinded to itsbeginning, the cassette tape will be ejected automatically.To prevent accidental erasureRemove the erase prevention tab with a screwdriver.To record againCover the hole with a piece of adhesive tape.PVRDVD4005_P37-P50 03.8.21, 1:19 AM38
39Cassette tape playbackNOTES:•This VCR selects the playbacktape speed SP, LP or SLP auto-matically.•The cassette tape and DVD disccan be played back simultaneously.If you press DVD/VCR, the tapeplayback and DVD playback alter-nate with each other on the screen.•When you select the VCR modeduring DVD playback, DVD play-back will stop automatically afterapprox. 5 minutes.Preparation:•Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.•Press DVD/VCR to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator willlight.)1Load a prerecorded tape(When loading a cassette tapewithout the erase preventiontab, playback will start auto-matically).2To start playbackPress PLAY.Playback will start.“” will appear on the screen forabout 4 seconds.To stop playbackPress STOP once.The tape will stop but remain fullyloaded and ready to play.“ ” will appear on the screen for about4 seconds.To rewind the tape or forward it rapidlyPress STOP.To rewind the tape:Press REW.To forward the tape:Press F.FWD.To stop the tape-winding, press STOP. To switch to playback directly(without STOP), press PLAY.Forward/Reverse picture search modeWhen the tape is being winded, you can switch to picture search mode(see next page). To do this, press REW or F.FWD and hold it down. Theunit will resume the tape winding as soon as the button is released.VRDVD4005_P37-P50 03.8.21, 1:19 AM39
40Special playbackPicture searchReverse picture search functionPress REW x 1 or x 2 during the playback.Forward picture search functionPress F.FWD x 1 or x 2 during the playback.To return to playback: Press PLAY.Still picturePress PAUSE during playback.To resume normal playback: Press PLAY.Slow motionDuring playback press SLOW.To return to playback: Press PLAY or SLOW.Slow tracking and vertical lock adjustmentIf noise bars appear in the picture during slow motion,press the TRK + or – to reduce the noise bars.If the still picture jitters excessively, press TRK + or – tostabilize the still picture.Frame by frame picturePress PAUSE during playback.Press SLOW one by one: The picture advances frameby frame.To return to playback: Press PLAY or PAUSE.Adjusting tracking conditionAutomatic tracking adjustmentWhenever you insert a tape and start playback, automatictracking starts working and continuously analyzes the signalto enable optimum picture quality during playback.Manual tracking adjustmentIf automatic tracking cannot eliminate noises well duringplayback, press TRK +/– to eliminate the noises.“MANUAL TR.” will appear. Press it briefly for a fine ad-justment, or press and hold for a coarse adjustment.•Press ATR to reactivate automatic tracking again.“AUTO TR.” will appear.NOTES:•The audio output is muted during SPEED SEARCH,STILL, FRAME ADVANCE and SLOW MOTION.•During picture search mode there will be noise barswhich are caused by the system.•The Special Playback will automatically change toplayback after approx. 5 minutes to protect the videotape against excessive wear.Repeat playbackThe entire video tape will be played until its end. Thetape will then automatically rewind to the beginning andthe playback will be repeated.1Press REPEAT while VCR is played back.2By pressing REPEATeach time, “REPEATON” or “REPEAT OFF”is selected in turn.3When “REPEAT ON” is selected, the tape is playedback to the end, and then, it is automatically re-wound to the starting point and played back again.The display “REPEAT ON” goes out in about 3 sec-onds.To cancel repeat playback: Press REPEAT to se-lect “REPEAT OFF”.To display VCR operation statusPress DISPLAY/CALL. The clock, day of the week andmore information will be indicated.While watching TVWhile operating a tapeTo cancel the display: Press DISPLAY/CALL until allindicators disappear.PICTURE SEARCH SPEEDPRESS TWICETAPE SPEED PRESS ONCESP (Standard Play)LP (Long Play)SLP (Super Long Play)5 X9 X15 X3 X7 X9 XSPEED SEARCH TIMESCH 1258 : 47AM MON00 : 00 : 00 SPSTEREO SAPDAY OF THE WEEKCHANNELTAPE SPEEDREAL TIME COUNTERCLOCKSTEREO ANDSECONDAUDIOPROGRAM (SAP)OPERATINGMODETAPE INAUTOREPEATHI-FI STEREOVRDVD4005_P37-P50 03.8.21, 1:19 AM40
41ZERO RETURN function / Video index search systemZERO RETURN functionThis function makes tape rewind-ing stop at the counter “00:00:00”position automatically.NOTES for Counter Display:•If you rewind the tape beyond“00:00:00”, a minus sign (“–”) willbe displayed in front of the time.•When you load a tape, the counterwill reset to “00:00:00”.•The counter does not function onnonrecorded (blank) sections ofthe tape. When you rewind, fastforward or play tapes through blanksections, the counter stops.NOTES for Video index search sys-tem:•When you record an INDEX markat the very beginning of the tape,the mark may not be found.•During INDEX search, the tapemay stop and begin to play at aslightly different location.•INDEX may not function properlywith old or worn out video tapes.•INDEX marks may not be found ifit is extremely close to the pointwhere the search began.•In recording, if you stop recordingtemporarily, the INDEX mark is notrecorded on the tape.8 : 47AM MON00 : 04 : 38 SPHI-FI8 : 47AM MON00 : 00 : 00 SPHI-FICH 001INDEXor is displayed+3INDEX NO. (up to 9)1Press DISPLAY/CALL.The counter display shows the tape run-ning time during playback or recording.2Press COUNTER RESET at the desiredtape position. The counter display will bereset to the “00:00:00” position (e.g. thebeginning of recording).3Press STOP when playback or recording is finished.Press ZERO RETURN.The tape will be rewinded or fast forwarded and automatically stopat the “00:00:00” position.The CLOCK/COUNTER buttonPress CLOCK/COUNTER. The clockand tape counter alternate with eachother in the display.Video index search systemThis function enables you to locate the beginning of any record-ing made on the VCR.Recording an INDEX MARKThe Index search function automatically recordsan INDEX mark on the tape whenever a record-ing is initiated.Index searchPress INDEX or during stop or playmode.For Succeeding programs: Press INDEX .For Preceding programs: Press INDEX .(Additional press increases the INDEX NO.up to 9.)When the INDEX or is pressed, theunit starts searching the INDEX NO. selectedand finds the portion, then playback startsautomatically.To stop the Index Search, press STOP.VRDVD4005_P37-P50 03.8.21, 1:19 AM41
42Read this before recording on discTypes of discYou can use DVD-RW and DVD-R discs to record video.DVD-RW discs•Ver.1.1 discs can be formatted for recording in one of two modes: theVR mode or the video mode. Ver.1.0 discs can only be formatted forrecording in the VR mode.•High quality images and sound can be repeatedly recorded about1,000 times.•A disc initialized in the VR mode can have as many as 99 originaltitles and playlist titles each. Discs formatted in the video mode canhave up to 99 original titles.DVD-R discs•Discs can only be recorded in the video mode•Discs can be recorded only once.•Up to 99 titles can be created.For more information on recording format, see “Recording for-mat” (page 10).Notes on recording in the video mode•The video mode cannot be selected for Ver. 1.0 DVD-RW discs.•The remaining available area on the disc decreases as recordingprogresses. Additional contents can be recorded in the remainingtime area, but it cannot be overwritten in the recorded area.•To initialize a new DVD-RW in the video mode, set the automaticinitialization feature to the video mode. (See page 73.)•To record a bilingual broadcast, select either main or sub as the au-dio in advance.•Even if STOP is pressed during recording, recording does not stopinstantly. Recording may continue for as long as 30 seconds (60 sec-onds in the LP mode) maximum.Recording modesThere are 4 modes for recording on disc. Recording time and qualityvary according to mode.•Recording time above is based on a 4.7GB disc.•SLP can be selected only in the VR mode.NOTES:•When use one touch recording torecord on a DVD disc, it takessome time from when you pressREC/OTR until recording actuallystarts. (With a DVD-RW it takesabout 2 seconds, while with aDVD-R it takes about 10 seconds.)Press REC/OTR a little before yourpreferred starting point.•Because of characteristics pecu-liar to digital video compressiontechnology, scenes with fast mo-tion may appear as a matrix oflarger blocks.This section explains things you mustknow to record on disc. Read it be-fore attempting to record.NOTES:Recording time can change for thefollowing reasons.•When image quality is poor as dur-ing poor TV reception•When recording on a disc that hasbeen edited before•When the video is followed with re-cordings of still images or just au-dioRecordingmodeXPSPLPSLPRecording timeApprox. 60 minApprox. 120 minApprox. 240 min(Approx. 300 min in VRmode)Approx. 360 minQualityCan record high quality images.Can record normal quality images.Quality deteriorates slightly, butrecording time is longer.Recording time is prioritized overquality.VRDVD4005_P37-P50 03.8.21, 1:19 AM42
43Read this before recording video on discIn DVD recording with VBR (Variable Bit Rate), recoding time can varyexcept with some recording modes.To know the correct recording time, stop recording and check the me-dia information. (See page 25.)Disc remaining timeVR mode•Recording is possible as long as there is available space on the disc.(Recording is also possible with a finalized disc.)•Erasing unnecessary title frees up available space on the disc. (Fi-nalized discs can be erased, too.)Video mode•Up until the disc is finalized, recording is possible as long as there isavailable space on the disc. (Once the disc has been finalized, addi-tional recording and erasing are not possible.)•The remaining time cannot be increased, nor can recorded title beoverwritten.•Titles cannot be erased.Images that cannot be recordedSome DVD-Videos and CS broadcasts contain copy-restriction sig-nals to protect copyrights. There are 3 types of copy-restriction signals:unrestricted recording, recording prohibited and one-time recordable.“Unrestricted recording”Land-based TV broadcasts and images you record yourself with a videocamera allow unrestricted recording. There are no restrictions on re-cording.“Recording prohibited”•Images that contain the recording prohibited signal cannot be re-corded.•If the recording prohibited signal appears halfway through an imageyou are recording, recording is paused at that instant. When the re-cording prohibited signal ends, recording resumes.•This unit incorporates a built-in copy guard. It cannot record soft-ware or broadcasted programs that contain copy restriction signalsdesigned to protect copyright, etc.“One-time recordable”Programs (images) that contain the one-time recordable signal can berecorded only in the VR mode using a DVD-RW disc that supportsCPRM Ver. 1.1.VRDVD4005_P37-P50 03.8.21, 1:19 AM43

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