ORION ELECTRIC M2H5A DVD/VCR TV Interface Device User Manual Part 2

ORION ELECTRIC CO., LTD. DVD/VCR TV Interface Device Users Manual Part 2

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Users Manual Part 2

Recording51Read this before recording on discImages that cannot be recordedSome DVD-Video and broadcasts contain copy-restriction signals toprotect copyrights. There are 3 types of copy-restriction signals: “CopyFree”, “Copy Never” and “Copy Once”.“Copy Free” (unrestricted recording)Land-based TV broadcasts and images you record yourself with a videocamera allow unrestricted recording. There are no restrictions on re-cording.“Copy Never” (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.“Copy Once” (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 and Ver 1.2.The unauthorized recording, use,distribution, or revision of televisionprograms, videotapes, DVDs andother materials, is prohibited underthe Copyright Laws of the UnitedStates and other countries, andmay subject you to civil and/orcriminal liability. 2H5-01 P45-52 7/20/05, 20:5351
Recording52Recording a TV programPreparation:• Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.• Load a recordable DVD or video tape into the unit.• Press DVD or VCR to select the appropriate mode.1Press REC MODE/SPEED to select the re-cording mode.The recording mode will appear on the TVmonitor and change every time RECMODE/SPEED is pressed.VCR recording modes: SP/SLPDVD recording modes: XP/SP/LP/SLPSP is the normal recording mode for video tapes. SLP offers 3times the recording time as SP. For more information on DVD re-cording modes, see page 50.2Set the TV/CABLE option to the appropriate position (page 25).3Press the numeric keys or CH / to select the channel to berecorded.TO SELECT Cable TV CHANNELS:1-9 Press 0twice and then 1-9 as required.Example: To select 2, Press “002”.10-12 Press 0 first and then the remaining 2 digits in orderfrom left to right.Example: Press 012 for “12”.13-99 Press 2 digits in order.Example: Press 22 for “22”.100-125 Press the 3 digits in order.Example: Press 110 for “110”.TO SELECT TV CHANNELS 1-12:If only 1 or 2 buttons are pressed, the corresponding channel willbe selected in 2 seconds.VHF/UHF/CABLE CHANNELS4Press REC/OTR.“” appears on the screen for about 4seconds and recording will start.NOTES:• When recording onto a DVD, ittakes some time to start recordingwhen you press REC/OTR.Recording starts when you pressREC/OTR to record onto a video-tape.• If the erase prevention tab of videotapes is removed, the tape willeject when REC/OTR is pressedfor recording.You can record programs youwatch on TV onto video tapes orDVDs.00 : 00 : 00 SPSPDVD modeVCR modeCH 110CH 110VCR modeDVD modeThe unauthorized recording, use,distribution, or revision of televisionprograms, videotapes, DVDs andother materials, is prohibited underthe Copyright Laws of the UnitedStates and other countries, andmay subject you to civil and/orcriminal liability.TVVHF2-13UHF14-69CABLEVHF2-13STD/HRC/IRC14-36 (A) (W)37-59 (AA) (WW)60-85 (AAA) (ZZZ)86-94 (86) (94)95-99 (A-5) (A-1)100-125 (100)(125)01 (5A)TV - VHF/UHF channelsCABLE - CABLE TV channels 2H5-01 P45-52 7/20/05, 20:5352
Recording53Recording a TV programTo stop recordingPress STOP to stop recording.“” will appear on the screen for about 4seconds.NOTE:Recording does not stop instantly even if STOP is pressed during DVDrecording. Recording may continue for as long as 1 minute maximum.To stop recording temporarilyPress PAUSE/STILL to avoid recordingunwanted material.“” will appear on screen for about 4 sec-onds.Press REC/OTR to resume recording.NOTES:• In DVD recording, the pause function will be released after 5 min-utes to prevent damage. The unit will change to the STOP mode.• When recording onto a video tape, you can select a recording chan-nel in the recording pause mode. (You cannot change a recordingchannel in the DVD recording pause mode.)Recording one program while watching anotherWhile the unit is recording, press TV/VIDEO to select the TV position.The “TV” will light up on the display window and recording will continue.Select the TV channel you want to watch by using the TV channelselector.NOTE:Some CABLE hookups do not permit viewing one channel while re-cording another. See pages 18 and 19.Auto Rewind featureThis VCR will automatically rewindthe tape when the tape has ended(except during OTR and TIMERREC). It will also eject the tape.VCR modeDVD modeNOTES:• If the disc space become full, therecording is stopped and “Nospace on the disc.” will appear onthe screen.• In case of a power failure, the pro-gram cannot be recorded on thedisc during DVD recording.When the power resumes, after theVCR/DVD is turned on, the setchecks the disc to repair the errorwhich is caused by a powerfailure. This checking process mayrequire about 1 minute dependingon disc condition.The unauthorized recording, use,distribution, or revision of televisionprograms, videotapes, DVDs andother materials, is prohibited underthe Copyright Laws of the UnitedStates and other countries, andmay subject you to civil and/orcriminal liability. 2H5-01 P53-59 7/20/05, 20:5353
Recording54One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)The One-touch Timer Recordingfeature provides a simple and con-venient way to make a timed re-cording.00 : 00 : 00 SPSPDVD modeVCR modeCH 110CH 110OTR 0 : 30OTR 0 : 30VCR modeDVD modePreparation:• Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.• Load a recordable DVD or video tape into the unit.• Press DVD or VCR to select the appropriate mode.Example: One-touch Timer Recording for 30 minutes.1Press REC MODE/SPEED to select therecording mode.For the recording mode, see step 1on page52.2Set the TV/CABLE option to theappropriate position (See page25).3Press numeric keys or CH / to selectthe channel to be recorded.4Press REC/OTR. Each time you press REC/OTR will increase therecording time as shown in the chart below, up to a maximum of 6hours. The OTR and recording time will appear on the screen forabout 4 seconds.To cancel OTRPress STOP.“” will appear on screen for about 4 sec-onds.TV - VHF/UHF channelsCABLE - CABLE TV channelsNOTE:If you wish to watch the DVD play-back during the VCR OTR, pressDVD to change to DVD mode andperform the DVD playback. You canalso playback the VCR during DVDOTR.Pressoncetwice3 times4 times5 times6 timesNORMAL RECOTR - : - -OTR 0:30OTR 1:00OTR 1:30OTR 2:00OTR 3:00OTR 4:00OTR 5:00OTR 6:00OTR - : - -Recording time Press 7 times 8 times 9 times10 times11 timesRecording timeThe unauthorized recording, use,distribution, or revision of televisionprograms, videotapes, DVDs andother materials, is prohibited underthe Copyright Laws of the UnitedStates and other countries, andmay subject you to civil and/orcriminal liability. 2H5-01 P53-59 7/20/05, 20:5454
Recording55Timer recordingThe timer recording system allowsyou to select the date, time, chan-nel and record the desired pro-grams. Up to 12 timer programswithin a month can be stored in thisunit.Setting timer recordingPreparation:• Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.• Load a recordable DVD or video tape.• Press DVD or VCR to select the appropriate mode.• Confirm that the clock is indicating the correct time.Example: Set the recording mode to LP; the TV program is on channel12 starting at 8:00 PM and stopping at 9:30 PM on a date of 20th.1Press SETUP.The Easy Menu screen appears.External Audio InputTimer RecordingSetup MenuAdd Chapter MarkSet Index Picture2Press or to select “Timer Recording” and press ENTER.The Timer Record List screen will appear.CANCELSelectDeleteTimer Record List NewEnter BackEndENTER RETURNSETUPRec RecTO ModeCHEndStartDate3Press or to select “New” and press ENTER.The program screen will appear.NOTE:If a recordable tape is not insertedor no disc space is available, thetimer record indicator “ ” flashes.Replace the tape or disc to allow re-cording.The unauthorized recording, use,distribution, or revision of televisionprograms, videotapes, DVDs andother materials, is prohibited underthe Copyright Laws of the UnitedStates and other countries, andmay subject you to civil and/orcriminal liability.RETURNSelectBackTimer Rec Set Free = LP 4:14:51Rec RecTO ModeCHEndStartDateDVD LP 21:21 AM12:21 AMSet EnterENTER1/ 1 [Sat]The remaining record time displayed changes to match the recording mode. 2H5-01 P53-59 7/20/05, 20:5455
Recording56Timer recording4Press or to select “Date”.Press or to select the date to be recorded from the list andpress ENTER.5Press or to select “Start”.Set the recording start time.• To switch over the selection item (hour or minute), press or .• Press or to adjust the time.6Press or to select “End”.Set the recording stop time in the same manner in step 5.7Press or to select “CH”.• Press or to select the channel to be recorded.• You can select the external input (Line1 or Line2) by pressing or .8Press or to select “Rec To”.Select the media (DVD or VCR) to be recorded from the list.9 Press or to select “Rec Mode”.The recording modes for the media selected in “Rec To” item arelisted up.Select the recording mode.For the recording modes in VCR, see page 46. For the recordingmodes in DVD, see page 50.CANCELSelectDeleteTimer Record Set Free = LP 4:14:51Rec RecTO ModeCHEndStartDateDVD LP 209:30 PM8:00 PMEnter BackEndENTER RETURNSETUP11/20 [Sun]NOTES:•You can record same day of everyweek or from Monday to Friday us-ing the items. The items you canselect are as follows:Every Sun: Recording every Sun.Every Mon: Recording every Mon.Every Tue: Recording every Tue.Every Wed: Recording every Wed.Every Thu: Recording every Thu.Every Fri: Recording every Fri.Every Sat: Recording every Sat.Mon-Fri: Recording from Mon. to Fri.Mon-Sat: Recording from Mon. toSat.Everyday: Recording everyday.•The starting and stopping times forrecording are displayed on the 12-hour (am/pm) clock. Twelve o’clockmidnight is displayed as “12:00AM”, whereas twelve o’clock noon isdisplayed as “12:00PM”.The unauthorized recording, use,distribution, or revision of televisionprograms, videotapes, DVDs andother materials, is prohibited underthe Copyright Laws of the UnitedStates and other countries, andmay subject you to civil and/orcriminal liability.10 Press ENTER.The timer program is determined and the Timer Record List screenappears again.CANCELSelectDeleteTimer Record List NewEnter BackEndENTER RETURNSETUPRec RecTO ModeCHEndStartDateDVD LP 20 9:30 PM 8:00 PM11/20 [Sun] 2H5-01 P53-59 7/20/05, 20:5456
Recording578 : 00 11 : 009 : 00 10 : 00Program 1Prog.1Deleted PartsNon Recorded Portion PartsProg.2 Prog.3Program 2Program 3RecordingControl SettingsTimer recordingNOTES:•Recording starts a few seconds be-fore the preset starting time.Timer recording starts before thepreset time; one second for DVD, orfive seconds for VCR.•You can playback the DVD duringthe VCR timer recording. You canalso playback the VCR during theDVD timer recording.•You cannot record the DVD duringthe VCR timer recording. You can-not also record the VCR during theDVD timer recording.11 When you enter the other program for the timer recording, repeat the steps 3 to 10.12 Press SETUP.The Timer Record Set screen disappears and the display willreturn to the normal screen.13 Press TIMER REC. The timer indicator “ ” will appear on thedisplay and the unit stands by for recording.Stopping the timer recordingAfter the timer recording has started, you can stop the timer record-ing (but continue recording), or stop recording completely if youneed.To stop the timer recording, press TIMER REC for more than 2seconds. Recording continues so that you can manually stoprecording whenever you like. When you stop recording completely,press STOP.Checking or changing the timer recordingWhen you want to check the selected timer recording, follow the steps 1and 2of “Setting timer recording” on page 55 and display the TimerRecord Set screen.To change the timer recording, select the program to be changed andpress ENTER. The program screen will appears. Do step 4 to step 10on page 56.When you want to change the program after timer recording starts,stop the timer recording to change the program.Cancelling the timer recordingDisplay the Timer Record List screen.Select the program you want to cancel and press CANCEL. “Deleteselected Title. Continue?” will appears. Press or to select “Yes”and press ENTER.The selected program will be erased from the TimerRecord List.In case Timer programs overlapDo not overlap timer programs as portions of the conflicting programswill be lost. The first recording time has priority over the next recordingtime as shown in the diagram below.In this case, the next recording time is delayed a maximum of about1 minute.The unauthorized recording, use,distribution, or revision of televisionprograms, videotapes, DVDs andother materials, is prohibited underthe Copyright Laws of the UnitedStates and other countries, andmay subject you to civil and/orcriminal liability. 2H5-01 P53-59 7/20/05, 20:5457
Recording58Chase playbackStill playback:Press PAUSE.• To resume chase playback, press PLAY.Fast forward/Review playback:Press SEARCH 8/9. Every press of SEARCH, it increasethe speed of the search.• To resume chase playback, press PLAY.• If the playback position catches up to within about 60 seconds,chase playback resumes. It may differ depending on therecording condition and search speed.Locating a chapter:Press SKIP 6/7 to locate a chapter that you want to watch.• If you press SKIP 7 while playing back the lastest chapter,it starts playing back from about 15 seconds before therecording position.Locating a specific scene:Press PLAY MODE enables you to do a Time Search. (Seepage 35.)You can begin playback from thebeginning of a program currentlybeing recorded. You will find thisfunction of great advantage onlong programs, as you do not haveto wait for the end of recording tobegin playback.NOTES:• Chase playback is not availablewhen recording a DVD-RW/R discand video tape.• Chase playback is not availablewhen recording in XP mode.• A-B repeat does not work duringchase playback.• Chase playback does not workuntil 5 seconds of recording haveelapsed.• If you press DISPLAY duringchase playback, the informationscreen is displayed (see page 33).1While recording a TV program on the DVD-RAM disc, press PLAYto start chase playback.The TV program as it is being recorded will played back.2Locate a scene you want through the following operations if nec-essary.3Press STOP to stop the playback.The DVD/VCR memorizes the stopped point, depending on t h edisc. “ ” appears on the screen for approx. 4 seconds.“ ” keepsblinking in the display until the playback is stopped completely.Press PLAY to resume playback (from the scene point).4Press STOP again to stop the recording. Then press STOP again, the DVD / VCR will clear the stopped point.PressRECPressPLAYPressSTOPRecordingstartsChase playbackstartsPressSTOPPressSTOPPlaybackstops temporarilyRecordingstopsPlayback stopscompletely 2H5-01 P53-59 7/20/05, 20:5458
Recording59Stereo recording and playbackThe VHS Hi-Fi audio system per-mits high fidelity recording of MTSSTEREO TV broadcasts.STEREOOUTPUTSELECTIONSTEREOL chR chMONOSOUND HEARD ON BOTHSPEAKERSSTEREOLEFT CHANNEL AUDIORIGHT CHANNEL AUDIOMONONOTES:• When playing back a video tapeor disc that is not recorded in Hi-Fistereo mode, the audio will auto-matically be monaural.• When listening to a Hi-Fi videotape, disc or MTS broadcastthrough the RF OUT (UHF/VHF)jack (Audio/Video cabel not con-nected), the sound will be monau-ral.When a MTS STEREO broadcast is re-ceived, the word “STEREO” will appear onthe screen and the program can be viewedor recorded in stereo.The Hi-Fi STEREO recording procedure isthe same as for normal recordings.NOTE:When using a Cable TV system, stereo TV programs may be transmit-ted over a mono cable channel. In this case the word “STEREO” willnot appear and the sound will be in mono.Output selectionWhen viewing an MTS STEREO TV program, or playing a prerecordedHi-Fi STEREO on video tape, press AUDIO SELECT to select how theaudio will be heard through the speakers. Normally set to the Hi-FiSTEREO position, this button can be set to the MONO position if thestereo audio is of poor quality. The “R” and “L” positions allow the audiofrom the Right or Left Hi-Fi channel to be heard over both TV speakers.This button has no effect when viewing a monaural audio program.Each time when you press the button, output selection display appearson the screen for several seconds. Refer to the chart below.Output selection for DVDIt is not possible to switch between channels otherwise as only thechannel selected in the setting of SAP (Second Audio Program; ONor OFF) is recorded (see page 27).NOTE:When a stereo or monaural broadcast is recorded, either stereo ormonaural is played back respectively. 2H5-01 P53-59 7/20/05, 20:5459
Editing the disc60Editing the discThis section explains how to editthe recorded contents on DVD-RWs. However, the items that youcan edit vary with the recordingformats. In VR mode, you can editvarious title menus, whereas inVideo mode, you can edit only afew items.Title menuWhen the content is recorded, a title name that includes the date, time,channel number and other information is created automatically.The title menu can be used when you playback after confirming thecontents (see page 32), or when you check the contents recorded onthe disc.Original titleThe titles explained above are called original titles; these will be addedwith every recording. In VR mode, you can do various editing opera-tions i.e., you can rename the titles or add the chapter marks. In addi-tion, you can erase the unnecessary titles to increase the disc space.PlaylistYou can create a playlist based on the original titles.You can combine or erase undesired chapters.If you create a playlist, it will become the primary list used by the disc.If you create a playlist to customize your viewing preferences, andchoose to delete it, the original titles will not be affected. It is recom-mended to create and edit the playlist to prevent important titles frombeing erased accidentally.Editable itemsThe items that can be edited are different between original title andplaylist.The items can be edited in each are as follows:NOTES:• This unit cannot record or edit adisc which was recorded or editedusing another DVD recorder.• You cannot edit or record the discon which disc protection is set. Insuch a case, make sure that thedisc protection is cancelled beforestarting the operation.• When a scene has been erased,the selected position for erasingmay vary slightly from the actualerased position.Using these editing functions to modify copyrighted content for anypurpose other than your private viewing may be prohibited underthe Copyright Laws of the United States and other countries, andmay subject you to civil and criminal liability.Editing items VR mode Video modeOriginalChanging title nameCombining chaptersCombining titles Erasing titlesSet index pictureOriginal PlaylistYYYYYYNYYYNYYYYYYYYNYNNNNYNPlaybackCreating playlistAdding chapter markErasing chapter 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5560
Editing the disc61Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.• Load the recorded DVD-RAM/RW (VR).• Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.)Creating a playlist1Press TITLE MENU.ORG(Original) Title List will appear.Editing a playlistYou can create and edit the playlistbased on the original title.2Press / / / to select the original title which will be used asthe base of a playlist.3Press ENTER.The editing menu of original title will appear.4Press or to select “New Playlist”.5Press ENTER.The editing menu closes and PL(Playlist) Title List will appear.Select Enter InfoENTER DISPLAYPlaylistBackRETURNDisc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)Title 05013001/31 0:11:09ORG Title List 1/ 3TITLEMENUEndDVDMENUTitle 05022002/21 0:05:09Title 05051405/15 0:05:09Select Enter InfoENTER DISPLAYOriginalBackRETURNDisc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)PL Title 0101/31 0:11:09PL Title List 1/ 1TITLEMENU EndDVDMENUDisc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)Title 05013001/31 0:11:09ORG Title List 1/ 3Title 05022002/21 0:05:09Title 05051405/15 0:05:09PlayChapter ListRenameDeleteNew PlaylistSelect Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUNOTES:• A playlist can only be created witha DVD-RAM or a DVD-RW in VRmode. You cannot create a playlistwith a DVD-RW in Video mode, norwith a DVD-R.• Each press of DVD MENU willchange the ORG Title List and thePL Title List.• You can see the title name, record-ing time and recording length onthe screen when you press DIS-PLAY. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5561
Editing the disc62Editing a playlistSelect Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUDisc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)PL Title 0101/31 0:11:09PL Title List 1/ 2PL Title 0202/21 0:05:09PlayChapter ListRenameDeleteCombineCAPSSpace Delete OK CancelPL Title 011Press TITLE MENU to display the PL Title List.2Select the playlist where you want to change the title name.• Press / / / to select the playlist.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of the playlist.• Press or to select “Rename”.3Press ENTER.The keyboard screen will appear.4Use the keyboard screen to enter the title name.Changing a title nameNOTE:For using the keyboad screen, see“Using the keyboard screen”(page78).5Select “OK”and press ENTER.It returns to the PL Title List. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5562
Editing the disc63Editing a playlistNOTE:You can automatically add a chaptermark in recording. For more informa-tion, see page 29.Adding a chapter markYou can add a chapter mark to the original title. You can add up to 999chapter marks to one disc.1Press TITLE MENU to display the PL Title List.2Select the original title where a chapter mark is added.• Press / / / to select the playlist.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of the playlist.• Press or to select “Play”.Select Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUDisc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)PL Title 0101/31 0:11:09PL Title List 1/ 2PL Title 0202/21 0:05:09PlayChapter ListRenameDeleteCombine3Press ENTER to search a scene where you want to add the chaptermark.The selected title is played back.4Press SETUP to display Easy Menu.Press or to select “Add Chapter Mark”.5Search the scene by using each operation button (F.FWD,REW,SKIP +,SKIP -,PAUSE/STILL,SLOW,INSTANT SKIP) for theplayback. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5563
Editing the disc64Editing a playlist6When the scene you want to add a chapter mark, press ENTER.The position of the added chapter mark is appeared.The added chapter mark7If you want to continue to add chapter mark, repeat step 6.8The chapter marks are finished adding.• To return to the normal screen, press RETURN. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5564
Editing the disc65Editing a playlistCombining chapters1Press TITLE MENU to display the PL Title List.2Select the original titles where you want to combine the chapters.• Press / / / to select the playlist.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of playlist.• Press or to select “Chapter List”.Disc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)PL Title 0101/31 0:11:09PL Title List 1/ 2PL Title 0202/21 0:05:09PlayChapter ListRenameDeleteCombineSelect Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENU3Press ENTER.The Chapter List will appear.4Select the chapter that you want to combine.• Press / / / to select the chapter.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of Chapter List.• Press or to select “Combine”.5By pressing ENTER, the following message screen will appear.Merge chapter?Yes No6Press or to select ”Yes” and press ENTER.7The combining chapters are completed.• To display the title menu, press RETURN.• To return to the normal screen, press TITLE MENU. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5565
Editing the disc66Erasing a chapterYou can erase an unnecessary chapter from the created playlist.When you erase the chapter from the playlist, the scene is not erasedfrom the original title.1Press TITLE MENU to display the PL Title List.2Select the playlist where a chapter you want to erase.• Press / / / to select the playlist.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of the playlist.• Press or to select “Chapter List”.Disc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)PL Title 0101/31 0:11:09PL Title List 1/ 2PL Title 0202/21 0:05:09PlayChapter ListRenameDeleteCombineSelect Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENU3Press ENTER.The Chapter List will appear.4Select the chapter that you want to erase.• Press / / / to select the chapter.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of the Chapter List.• Press or to select “Delete”.Editing a playlistAre you sure you want to delete this Chapter?Yes No5By pressing ENTER, the following message screen will appear.6Press or to select ”Yes” and press ENTER.The selected chapter will be erased.TITLEMENUSelectEndEnter BackENTER RETURNPL Title 022005/02/21 12:43AM Length 0:05:09Chapter List 1/ 212PlayTitle ListDeleteCombine 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5566
Editing the disc67Editing a playlistCombining the titlesYou can create a playlist by combining the several original titles or playlists.1Press TITLE MENU to display the PL Title List.2Select the playlist where you want to combine the titles.• Press /// to select the playlist.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of the playlist.• Press or to select “Combine”.Disc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)PL Title 0101/31 0:11:09PL Title List 1/ 2PL Title 0202/21 0:05:09PlayChapter ListRenameDeleteCombineSelect Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUSelect Enter InfoENTER DISPLAYOriginalBackRETURNDisc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)PL Title 0101/31 0:16:18PL Title List 1/ 2TITLEMENUEndDVDMENUPL Title 0202/21 0:05:093Press ENTER.4Select the title that you want to combine from the PL Title List, thenpress ENTER.Following the playlist, the selected playlist is combined.The several playlist were combined so that the total recording timeis displayed. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5567
Editing the disc68Editing a playlistErasing a playlistYou can erase the created playlist. Even if you erase the playlist, theoriginal title will not be erased.1Press TITLE MENU to display the PL Title List.2Select the playlist that you want to erase.• Press / / / to select the playlist.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of the playlist.• Press or to select “Delete”.Disc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)PL Title 0101/31 0:11:09PL Title List 1/ 2PL Title 0202/21 0:05:09PlayChapter ListRenameDeleteCombineSelect Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUSelect Enter InfoENTER DISPLAYOriginalBackRETURNDisc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)PL Title 0101/31 0:11:09PL Title List 1/ 1TITLEMENUEndDVDMENU3By pressing ENTER, the following message screen will appear.Are you sure you want to delete this title?Yes No4Press or to select ”Yes” and press ENTER.The selected playlist will be erased. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5568
Editing the disc69Editing a playlistSet Index PictureYou can set the time that the thumbnail image is registered in the titlemenu of DVD-RAM/RW (VR mode).1Press TITLE MENU to display the PL Title List.2Select the original title where a index picture is registered.• Press /// to select the playlist.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of the playlist.• Press or to select “Play”.Select Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUDisc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)PL Title 0101/31 0:11:09PL Title List 1/ 2PL Title 0202/21 0:05:09PlayChapter ListRenameDeleteCombine3Press ENTER to search a scene where you want to set index picture.The selected title is played back.4Press SETUP to display Easy Menu.Press or to select “Set Index Picture”.5Search the scene by using each operation button (F.FWD,REW,SKIP +,SKIP -,PAUSE/STILL,SLOW,INSTANT SKIP) for theplayback.6When the scene you want to set index picture, press ENTER.The position of the set index picture is appeared.7The index picture is finished setting.• To display the title menu, press TITLE MENU.• To return to the normal screen, press RETURN. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5569
Editing the disc70Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.• Load the recorded disc.• Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.)Changing an original title name1Press TITLE MENU to display the ORG Tiltle List.2Select the original title that you want to rename.• Press /// to select the original title.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of original title.• Press or to select “Rename”.Disc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR) ORG Title List 1/ 501/31/2005 02:5001/31 0:11:0902/21/2005 10:0002/21 0:05:0905/15/2005 11:1505/15 0:05:09Title 05061106/12 0:15:0907/21/2005 07:3007/21 0:08:09Select Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUPlayChapter ListRenameDeleteNew Playlist3Press ENTER.The keyboard screen will appear.The entering method of the title name is the same as for the playlist.See the steps 4and 5of “Changing a title name” in “Editing aplaylist” (page 62) and enter the title name.Editing an original titleNOTES:• The title name can be a maximumof 64 characters.Long names will be shortened inthe title menu.• Each press of DVD MENU willchange the ORG Title List and thePL Title List. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5570
Editing the disc71Editing an original titleIn VR mode, you can edit variousitems, whereas in Video mode, youcan edit the title names only.NOTE:You can automatically add a chaptermark in recording. For more informa-tion, see page 29.Adding a chapter markYou can add a chapter mark to the original title. You can add up to 999chapter marks to one disc.1Press TITLE MENU to display the ORG Title List.2Select the original title where a chapter mark is added.• Press / / / to select the original title.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of the original title.• Press or to select “Play”.Disc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)01/31/2005 02:5001/31 0:11:09ORG Title List 2/ 502/21/2005 10:0002/21 0:05:0905/15/2005 11:1505/15 0:05:09Title 05061106/12 0:15:0907/21/2005 07:3007/21 0:08:09Select Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUPlayChapter ListRenameDeleteNew Playlist3Press ENTER to search a scene where you want to add the chaptermark.The selected title is played back.4Press SETUP to display Easy Menu.• Press or to select “Add Chapter Mark”.5Search the scene by using each operation button (F.FWD,REW,SKIP +,SKIP -,PAUSE/STILL,SLOW,INSTANT SKIP) for theplayback. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5571
Editing the disc72Editing an original title6When the scene you want to add a chapter mark, press ENTER.The position of the added chapter mark is appeared.The added chapter mark7If you want to continue to add chapter mark, repeat step 6.8The chapter marks are finished adding.• To return to the normal screen, press RETURN. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5572
Editing the disc73Editing an original titleCombining chapters1Press TITLE MENU to display the ORG Title List.2Select the original titles where you want to combine the chapters.• Press /// to select the original title.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of original title.• Press or to select “Chapter List”.Disc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)01/31/2005 02:5001/31 0:11:09ORG Title List 2/ 502/21/2005 10:0002/21 0:05:0905/15/2005 11:1505/15 0:05:09Title 05061106/12 0:15:0907/21/2005 07:3007/21 0:08:09Select Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUPlayChapter ListRenameDeleteNew Playlist3Press ENTER.The Chapter List will appear.4Select the chapter that you want to combine.• Press / / / to select the chapter.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of Chapter List.• Press or to select “Combine”.5By pressing ENTER,the following message screen will appear.Merge chapter?Yes No6Press or to select ”Yes” and press ENTER.7The combining chapters are completed.• To display the title menu, press RETURN.• To return to the normal screen, press TITLE MENU. 2H5-01 P60-73 7/20/05, 20:5573
Editing the disc74Editing an original titleNOTES:• If the chapter is erased from theoriginal title, the created playlist iserased.• Disc space will only be freed up ifscenes lasting several minutes aredeleted.• A chapter mark is automaticallyadded at the location of the erasedscene.Disc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR) ORG Title List 1/ 501/31/2005 02:5001/31 0:11:0902/21/2005 10:0002/21 0:05:0905/15/2005 11:1505/15 0:05:09Select Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENU07/21/2005 07:3007/21 0:08:09PlayChapter ListRenameDeleteNew PlaylistErasing a chapterYou can erase an unnecessary chapter from the original title.Erase the chapter after checking the title. You cannot restore the erasedchapter.When you erase the scene, you can increase the disc space.1Press TITLE MENU to display the ORG Title List.2Select the original title where a chapter you want to erase.• Press / / / to select the original title.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of original title.• Press or to select “Chapter List”.3Press ENTER.The Chapter List screen will appear.• Press /// to select chapter.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of Chapter List.• Press or to select “Delete”.TITLEMENUSelectEndEnter BackENTER RETURN01/31/2005 02:50PM 001 SP2005/1/31 2:50PM Length 0:11:09Chapter List 1/ 212PlayTitle ListDeleteCombineNew Playlist4By pressing ENTER, the following message screen will appear.Are you sure you want to delete this title?If playlists exist. they will be deleted.Yes No5Press or to select “YES” and press ENTER.The selected chapter will be erased. 2H5-01 P74-81 7/20/05, 20:5774
Editing the disc75Editing an original titleNOTE:If the original title is erased, the cre-ated playlist is also erased.Erasing an original titleYou can erase an original title. Erasing the title deletes both the titleand the recording saved under that title name. Erase the original titleafter checking its title. The erased title cannot be restored.When you erase the title, you can increase the disc space.1Press TITLE MENU to display the ORG Title List.2Select the original title you want to erase.• Press / / / to select the original title.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of original title.• Press or to select “Delete”.3By pressing ENTER, the following message screen will appear.Disc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR) ORG Title List 1/ 501/31/2005 02:5001/31 0:11:0902/21/2005 10:0002/21 0:05:0905/15/2005 11:1505/15 0:05:0907/21/2005 07:3007/21 0:08:09Select Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUPlayChapter ListRenameDeleteNew Playlist4Press or to select “YES” and press ENTER.The original title will be erased.Are you sure you want to delete this title?If playlists exist. they will be deleted.Yes No 2H5-01 P74-81 7/20/05, 20:5775
Editing the disc76Editing an original titleIn VR mode, you can edit variousitems, whereas in Video mode, youcan edit the title names only.Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.• Load the recorded disc.• Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.)Set Index PictureYou can set the time that the thumbnail image is registered in the titlemenu of DVD-RAM/RW (VR mode).1Press TITLE MENU to display the ORG Title List.2Select the original title where a index picture is registered.• Press /// to select the original title.• Press ENTER to display the editing menu of the original title.• Press or to select “Play”.Disc Name:050823DVD-RW(VR)01/31/2005 02:5001/31 0:11:09ORG Title List 2/ 502/21/2005 10:0002/21 0:05:0905/15/2005 11:1505/15 0:05:09Title 05061106/12 0:15:0907/21/2005 07:3007/21 0:08:09Select Enter BackENTER RETURNEndTITLEMENUPlayChapter ListRenameDeleteNew Playlist3Press ENTER to search a scene where you want to set index picture.The selected title is played back.4Press SETUP to display Easy Menu.Press or to select “Set Index Picture”.5Search the scene by using each operation button (F.FWD,REW,SKIP +,SKIP -,PAUSE/STILL,SLOW,INSTANT SKIP) for theplayback.6When the scene you want to set index picture, press ENTER.The position of the set index picture is appeared.7The index picture is finished setting.• To display the title menu, press TITLE MENU.• To return to the normal screen, press RETURN. 2H5-01 P74-81 7/20/05, 20:5776
Editing the disc77Changing a disc nameYou can change a disc name fromthe Setup Menu.Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.• Load the recorded DVD disc.• Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.)Changing a disc name1Press SETUP to display the Easy Menu.2• Press to select “Setup Menu”.• Press ENTER to display the setup menu.• Press /// to select “DISC”.• Press or to select “Rename Disc” and press ENTER.InitializeFinalizeSelect Enter BackENTER RETURNSETUPEndDISCProtect DiseRename DiscDVD-RAM Phyaical FormatProceed3Press ENTER.The keyboard screen will appear.4Use the keyboard screen to enter the disc name.Space Delete OK Cancel----5Select “OK”, then press ENTER to return the title menu.It returns to the DISC menu.NOTES:• The disc name can be a maximumof 32 characters. Long names willbe shortened in the title menu.• For using the keyboard screen, see“Using the keyboard screen” (page78).• A DVD-R disc cannot be named af-ter it is finalized. 2H5-01 P74-81 7/20/05, 20:5777
Editing the disc78Changing a disc nameUsing the keyboard screenThis section explains the function of the keyboard screenand how to input characters. The disc name and thetitle name can be changed using the keyboard screen.Space Delete OK Cancel----Inputting characters1Press / / / to select the character to beinput.2Press ENTER.The selected character will be input.Erasing a characterYou can erase the input character.1Press / / / to select “Delete”.2Press ENTER.The last input character will be erased.3To erase the characters continuously, press ENTER.The input characters will be erased from the last tothe first one.Selecting between uppercase and lowercaselettersYou can select either uppercase or lowercase letterswhen modifying your titles, using the keyboard screen.1Press / / / to select “CAPS”.2Press or to select the type of letters in the listbelow.Numbers/Signs: This is used for inputting num-bers/signs.CAPS: Inputs all with uppercase letters.small: Inputs all with lowercase letters.Determining a nameTo determine the entered disc name and title name,press /// to select “OK”, then press ENTER.The keyboard screen disappears and the display willreturn to the Disc menu.Cancelling character inputWhen you want to cancel the input and changed char-acters, press / / / to select “Cancel”, then pressENTER.The input and changed characters are cancelled andthe Disc menu will appear. 2H5-01 P74-81 7/20/05, 20:5778
Dubbing79Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.• Load a source video tape and a disc for recording.• Remove the erase protection tab of the source video tape to preventthe data from accidentally being erased.• Confirm the disc space before operation.1Press DVD to set this unit to DVD mode.The DVD indicator will light.2Press REC MODE/SPEED and select the recording mode.• When REC MODE/SPEED is pressed each time, “SP”, “LP”,“SLP” or “XP” is selected in this order.• The recording mode is indicated on both the TV screen and thedisplay window.• For the details of the recording mode, see page 50.3Press VCR and set the unit to VCR mode.NOTE:Confirm that the VCR indicator lights.Dubbing a tape onto a discYou can record video or audio ona video tape onto a disc.NOTES:• Dubbing cannot be accomplishedwhen- a copy protected tape is used.- disc protection is set.- disc has no recording space.• Dubbing stops when- the video tape is played back tothe end and stops.- recording space becomes full.• The videos recorded from TV pro-grams or movies can be used onlyfor your personal enjoyment with-out permission of the copyrightholder.4Press DUBBING.• The unit is changed to DVD mode automatically.• The VCR is waiting for playback and the DVD is waiting for re-cording. Then the following message will appear.5Press DUBBING, or press or to select “Yes” and pressENTER.Dubbing starts.• To cancel dubbing, press STOP, or select “No” and press EN-TER.In dubbing, during VCR playback, DVD recording and “dub” (dub-bing) indicator appear on the display window.6Press STOP to stop dubbing.Video playback DVD recordingDubbingConfirm dubbing from VCR to DVD.Yes No 2H5-01 P74-81 7/20/05, 20:5779
Dubbing80Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.• Load a source disc and a video tape for recording.• Confirm the remaining tape for recording before operation.1Press VCR to set this unit to VCR mode.The VCR indicator will light.2Press REC MODE/SPEED and select the recording mode.• When REC MODE/SPEED is pressed each time, “SP” or “SLP”is selected.• The recording mode is indicated on both the TV screen and thedisplay window.• For the details of the recording mode, see page 46.3Press DVD and set the unit to DVD mode.NOTE:Confirm that the DVD indicator lights.4Press DUBBING.• The DVD is waiting for playback and the VCR is waiting for re-cording. Then the following message appears.5Press DUBBING, or press or to select “Yes” and press EN-TER.Dubbing starts.• To cancel dubbing, press STOP, or select “No” and press EN-TER.Confirm dubbing from DVD to VCR.Yes NoIn dubbing, during DVD playback, VCR recording and “dub” (dub-bing) indicator appear on the display window.Video recording DVD playback6Press STOP to stop dubbing.NOTES:• Dubbing cannot be accomplishedwhen- a copy protected disc is used.- the erase prevention tab of videotape is removed.• Dubbing stops when- the disc is played back to the endand stops.- recording space becomes full.• During dubbing, the unit ischanged to interlaced scan modeautomatically if it has been previ-ously set to progressive scanmode.• If no special permission is obtainedfrom the copyright owner, videosrecorded from TV programs ormovies can only be used for yourown personal enjoyment.You can record both video andaudio from a disc to a video tape.When a disc with a copy guard isused, a distorted image is re-corded onto the video tape.Dubbing a disc onto a tapeDubbing only the specified titles or the playlistWhen you want to dub only specific titles or playlists recorded on the disc, start the playback of the desired title orplaylist, and then immediately press DUBBING,STOP or PAUSE/STILL. If you press DUBBING, proceed fromstep 5above. If you press STOP or PAUSE/STILL, proceed from step 4above. The first few seconds of the title orplaylist may not be recorded. When playback of the desired title or playlist is completed, press STOP to stopdubbing. If you don’t press STOP, dubbing will continue. 2H5-01 P74-81 7/20/05, 20:5780
Dubbing81Dubbing using other equipmentYou can connect another VCR or camcorder for dubbing.Typical connection: When using this unit as a recording deviceYou can also connect to the audio/video input jack (L1) at the rear sideof this unit. In addition, each S-Video input jack at the front and rearsides can also be used. When you use S-Video input jack, set the Line1Input/Line2 Input setting to “S-Video” (see page 27).To Audio (R) INRecording VCRPlayback VCRTo Audio (L) INTo Video INTo Audio (R) OUTTo Audio (L) OUTTo Video OUTAUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied)NOTES:• If using a monaural VCR or otherequipment, connect Audio (L) INjack to Audio OUT using only oneaudio cable.• When this unit is used as a play-back device, a mark or a charac-ter displayed on the screen is alsodubbed as an image. When thescreen display is set to OFF, see“DISPLAY” on page 28.• If no special permission is obtainedfrom the copyright owner, videosrecorded from TV programs ormovies can only be used for yourown personal enjoyment.• You may not dub a copy protectedvideo or DVD disc.• The audio mode for the audio in-put jack can be selected, choos-ing either stereo or monaural. Se-lect “External Audio Input” fromEasy Menu and select from the be-low.Stereo: The sound is treated asstereo sound.L CH: The sound is treated asthe monaural sound ofthe left channel.R CH: The sound is treated asthe monaural sound ofthe right channel.When a video is recorded using this unitPreparation:• Turn ON the TV and set the unit to the video input mode.• Load a video tape where the erase-protection tab is not activated ora disc with enough recording space.• To record onto a video tape, set the unit to VCR mode, whereas torecord onto a disc, set it to DVD mode.1Press INPUT SELECT and set the channel to L2 (or L1).L1 (LINE 1): on the rear panelL2 (LINE 2): on the front panelConfirm that L2 (or L1) appears on the display window.2Press REC MODE/SPEED and select the recording mode.VCR: SP or SLP (See page 46)DVD: SP, LP, SLP or XP (See page 50)3Press REC/OTR on this unit, then press PAUSE/STILL.4Press the PLAY button on the playback device, then press thePAUSE/STILL button.5Release the recording pause and the playback still simultaneouslyto begin the duplicating process.6Press STOP to stop dubbing.To Audio (R) INAUDIO/VIDEO cable (not supplied)Recording VCRPlayback CamcorderTo Audio (L) INTo Video INTo AV jack 2H5-01 P74-81 7/20/05, 20:5781
Additional information82GlossaryA-B Repeat PlaybackPlayback that repeats between two set points, A andB.angleRecorded onto some DVD discs are scenes whichhave been simultaneously shot from a number of dif-ferent angles (the same scene is shot from the front,from the left side, from the right side, etc.). With suchdiscs, you can select the angle from which to viewthe scene.auto chapterFeature that automatically makes chapter marks ona DVD disc during recording.auto clockFeature that automatically sets the internal clock.blue backgroundFeature that automatically changes unpleasant noiseimages to a blue screen when a channel without abroadcast or a channel on which the broadcast hasended has been selected.BROWSER screenScreen that appears when MP3, WMA or JPEG CDis inserted.CABLECable television.chapterA section within a title is called a “chapter”.Chase playbackFeature that playback from the beginning of a pro-gram currently being recorded.copy guardCopyright protection signal. Software and broadcaststhat contain this signal cannot be recorded.Dolby DigitalDolby® Digital Recording enables consumers torecord high-quality video with stereo sound onrecordable DVD discs. The technology, whenutilized instead of PCM recording, also savesrecordable disc space, allowing for higher videoresolution or extended recording time on each DVD.DVDs created using Dolby Digital Recording willplay back on all DVD-Video players.Manufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol aretrademarks of Dolby Laboratories.DTSThis is a digital sound system developed by DigitalTheater Systems for use in cinemas. This system uses6 audio channels and provides accurate sound fieldpositioning and realistic acoustics. (By connecting aDTS Digital Surround decoder, you can also listen toDTS Digital Surround sound.)DVD menuMenu recorded on a DVD-Video that enables the userto select subtitles language, audio, etc.finalizeOperation that enables discs recorded or edited withthis unit to be played back on other DVD players.Instant replayIf INSTANT REPLAY is pressed during disc playback,playback returns to a point 10 seconds earlier andresumes.Instant skipWhen pressed during playback, playback forwards 30seconds ahead and resumes.interlaced scanningTechnology that alternately displays odd-numberedscanning lines and even-numbered scanning lines.Also called “480i”, “i” means “interlace”.letter boxFeature that displays black bands above and belowplayback images during playback of a disc recordedin wide (16:9) format on a 4:3 TV connected to thisunit.MP3One type of audio compression that uses MPEG1.This format compresses the sound to use up about 1/10 of the original file space, with minimal loss of soundquality.original titleThe file created by recording something is called an“original title”.OTROne-touch Timer Recording. Start a timed recordingby pressing just one button (up to 6 hours).pan scanFeature that cuts the left and right edges of playbackimages to a 4:3 size during playback of a disc recordedin wide (16:9) format on a 4:3 TV connected to thisunit.parental controlSome discs control viewing according to the age ofthe viewer. A control level can be set for those typesof discs. 2H5-01 P82-87 7/20/05, 21:0182
Additional information83Glossaryparental control settingsLevel 1: Adult discs and general discs (R-rateddiscs included) cannot be played back.Level 2 to 3: Adult discs and R-rated discs cannot beplayed back.Level 4 to 7: Adult discs cannot be played back.(Level 4 to 7 discs contain content chil-dren age 15 and younger may not see.)Level 8: Virtually all discs can be played backwithout restriction.PBSAcronym for Public Broadcast System. The PBS chan-nel transmits data for auto clock setting.playlistUser-created titles based on each original title.Progressive scanTechnology that simultaneously displays odd-num-bered scanning lines and even-numbered scanninglines from top to bottom. Also called “480p”, “p” means“progressive”.region numberThere is software that enables DVD playback in dif-fering countries. The number of that kind of disc iscalled the “region number”.SETUP MENUMenu that contains settings for various features of thisunit, such as recording and playback. Timer record-ing is also set from the SETUP MENU.slide showTechnique for flipping through and viewing many im-ages (JPEG files).subtitle languageLanguage used for subtitles of movies, etc. Viewerscan watch in a language of their choice.titleA program recorded on a disc is called a “title”.title menuMenu that lists titles and tracks recorded on the disc.It is used for playback and disc editing.top menuMenu on a DVD-Video for selecting chapters for play-back, subtitle language, etc. Some DVD-Video call thistop menu “Title”.trackA song on an Audio CD is called a “track”.TRACK INFO screenScreen that appears when an Audio CD is inserted.Video modeThis recording format is compatible with commerciallyavailable DVD players.virtual surroundTechnology that converts audio that is not recorded insurround sound into audio that assimilates surroundsound.VR modeThis recording format is the basic DVD-RW recordingformat, and lets you enjoy the various editing func-tions available with this unit. 2H5-01 P82-87 7/20/05, 21:0183
Additional information84Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “DVD Menu”, “Audio” and/or “Subtitle” (see page 28).Abkhazian 1112 Fiji 1620 Lingala 2224 Singhalese 2919Afar 1111 Finnish 1619 Lithuanian 2230 Slovak 2921Afrikaans 1116 French 1628 Macedonian 2321 Slovenian 2922Albanian 2927 Frisian 1635 Malagasy 2317 Somali 2925Amharic 1123 Galician 1722 Malay 2329 Spanish 1529Arabic 1128 Georgian 2111 Malayalam 2322 Sundanese 2931Armenian 1835 German 1415 Maltese 2330 Swahili 2933Assamese 1129 Greek 1522 Maori 2319 Swedish 2932Aymara 1135 Greenlandic 2122 Marathi 2328 Tagalog 3022Azerbaijani 1136 Guarani 1724 Moldavian 2325 Tajik 3017Bashkir 1211 Gujarati 1731 Mongolian 2324 Tamil 3011Basque 1531 Hausa 1811 Nauru 2411 Tatar 3030Bengali; Bangla 1224 Hebrew 1933 Nepali 2415 Telugu 3015Bhutani 1436 Hindi 1819 Norwegian 2425 Thai 3018Bihari 1218 Hungarian 1831 Oriya 2528 Tibetan 1225Breton 1228 Icelandic 1929 Panjabi 2611 Tigrinya 3019Bulgarian 1217 Indonesian 1924 Pashto, Pushto 2629 Tonga 3025Burmese 2335 Interlingua 1911 Persian 1611 Turkish 3028Byelorussian 1215 Irish 1711 Polish 2622 Turkmen 3021Cambodian 2123 Italian 1930 Portuguese 2630 Twi 3033Catalan 1311 Japanese 2011 Quechua 2731 Ukrainian 3121Chinese 3618 Javanese 2033 Rhaeto-Romance2823 Urdu 3128Corsican 1325 Kannada 2124 Romanian 2825 Uzbek 3136Croatian 1828 Kashmiri 2129 Russian 2831 Vietnamese 3219Czech 1329 Kazakh 2121 Samoan 2923 Volapük 3225Danish 1411 Kirghiz 2135 Sanskrit 2911 Welsh 1335Dutch 2422 Korean 2125 Scots Gaelic 1714 Wolof 3325English 1524 Kurdish 2131 Serbian 2928 Xhosa 3418Esperanto 1525 Laothian 2225 Serbo-Croatian 2918 Yiddish 2019Estonian 1530 Latin 2211 Shona 2924 Yoruba 3525Faroese 1625 Latvian, Lettish 2232 Sindhi 2914 Zulu 3631Language Name Code Language Name Code Language Name Code Language Name CodeLanguage code list 2H5-01 P82-87 7/20/05, 21:0184
Additional information85SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.• Try another AC outlet.• Power is off, check fuse or circuit breaker.• Unplug unit, then plug it back in.• Select the DVD or VCR mode before operating.• Antenna connection is not correct or antenna cable is discon-nected.• The video channel is not in the correct position or the TV is notset to the video channel 3 or 4.• Check the unit is connected correctly.• The video input selector of the TV is not set to VIDEO. Set toVIDEO (or equivalent).• Channel is set to the external mode.• Check the unit is connected correctly.• Check the input selector of the amplifier is set properly.• The unit is in the special playback mode.• Aim at the remote control at the remote sensor.• Operate within approx. 7 meters or reduce the light in the room.• Clear the path of the beam.• The batteries are weak. Replace the batteries.• Check the batteries are inserted correctly.• Check all Cable TV connections.• Station or Cable TV system problems, try another station.DVD/VCR does not operate.No picture.No sound.The remote control does not func-tion.No cable TV reception.Problems and troubleshootingUse the following checklist for troubleshooting when you have problems with your unit. Consult your local dealer orservice outlet if problems persist.Be sure all connections are properly made when using with other units.DVD/VCRPAGE15––1531,4716~192216~21––16~21–341518, 19DVD• Select proper language in the SETUP MENU.• No disc is inserted.• The disc may be dirty. Clean up the disc.• The unit cannot play DVD-ROMs, etc.• Some discs may not do some of the functions.• Check the disc space, using the disc information.• Check the disc for protection.• Check if the video to be recorded is not “copy-guarded”.• Check that the number of recorded titles is 99 or less, using thedisc information.• Check the number of the total chapters for the recorded titles is999, using the disc information.• In a DVD-RW of Ver.1.0, recording in Video mode does not work.Check the disc type.• Check that the disc is finalized.• Some DVD players will not play even if the disc has been final-ized.• If the disc was recorded in VR mode, the other player must beRW compatible in order to play the disc.Display is not shown in your lan-guage.Playback doesn’t start.Cancel playback, search, slow-motion play, repeat play, or programplay, etc. cannot be performed.Recording does not work.A recorded disc using this recordercannot be played back in otherplayers.283199–33305133, 5033, 50103011, 3011, 30 2H5-01 P82-87 7/20/05, 21:0185
Additional information86Problems and troubleshooting / Video head cleaningSYMPTOMS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS PAGETV recording does not work.Timer recording does not work.Noise bars on screen.• The erase prevention tab of the video cassette is broken off.• The unit is in the external input mode.• The time is not set correctly.• The recording start/end time is not set correctly.• TIMER REC has not been pressed ( is not lit).• Tracking adjustment beyond range of automatic tracking circuit.Try manual tracking adjustment.• Video heads are dirty.• The tape is worn or damaged.46, 5225565748below–No picture, or screen is blurred ordivided into two parts.No 4:3 (16:9) picture.No on-screen display.No surround sound.The unit or remote operation key isnot functioning.Playback does not start when thetitle is selected.Audio soundtrack and/or subtitlelanguage is not changed when youplayback a DVD.No subtitles.Angle cannot be changed.“” appears on the screen.• The progressive scan mode is active though the unit isconnected to a TV via the VIDEO OUT jack.• The setup does not match your TV.• Select DISPLAY to “ON”.• The setup does not match your stereo system.• Turn off the unit and unplug the AC power cord for several min-utes, then replug it.• Check the Parental setup.• Multilingual language is not recorded on the DVD disc.• Some discs have no subtitles.• Subtitles are cleared. Press SUBTITLE.• Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD disc.• The function is prohibited with the unit or the disc.VCROTHER452626–21242828, 39––Video head cleaningVideo head cloggingThe video heads are meant by which the DVD/VCR reads the picture from the tape during playback. In the unlikelyevent that the heads become dirty enough to be clogged, no picture will be played back. This can easily bedetermined if, during playback of a known good tape, there is good sound, but no picture (picture is extremelysnowy). If this is the case, DVD/VCR must checked by qualified service personnel.NOTES: • DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE VIDEO HEADS OR SERVICE THE UNIT BY REMOVING THEREAR COVER.• Video heads may eventually wear out and should be replaced when they fail to produce clear pictures.• To help prevent video head clogging, use only good quality VHS tapes. Discard worn out tapes. 2H5-01 P82-87 7/20/05, 21:0186
Additional information87Load another disc for recording.System error.Please wait.System error. Disc might be failed. Press ENTER.Disc error.Incorrect disc.Cannot playback.Region code error. Cannot record.GeneralError/Warning message listERROR/WARNING MESSAGECAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONSNOTE: Any error/warning message other than those above might appear. Take measures against such a mes-sage by seeing the possible solutions above.The power was shut down without com-pleting the termination process due to apower failure or disconnection of the ACcord plug. (Abnormal termination)The data restoration was completed.A scratch or contamination was found onthe disc.The disc cannot be identified.A disc specified other than “Region 1” or“Region ALL” was loaded.Recording was tried onto the disc hav-ing no space.Recording was tried onto the disc whichdoes not support recording.• Adding data was tried onto the disc recorded in the other unit.• Adding data was tried to the disc wherePC data was recorded.Disc erase-protection is applied.Wait until the message disappears.Press ENTER, then the screen re-turns to the normal display. Thedata may not be restored even ifthe restoration process is performed.Check the disc and reload it, or useanother disc for recording.Check the disc and load a properdisc.A disc specified other than “Region1” or “Region ALL” cannot be playedback.Check the disc space.Load a recordable disc.99 titles were recorded on the disc.Recording was attempted on a copyprotected video.A invalid key pressed during timer re-cording standby and recording.Timer recording is standing by.• A copy protected tape is used• Disc protection is set.The video tape or disc became full duringdubbing.Erase unnecessary titles or loadanother disc.You cannot record a copy protectedvideo.Wait until the timer recording is com-plete.Cancel the timer recording standbymode.Load another video tape or disc forrecording and restart..Load another video tape or disc forrecording and restart.A scratch or contamination was found onthe disc.Check the disc and reload it, or useanother disc for recording.PlaybackRecording Cannot record. Disc protected.Turn off the protect. disc from SetupMenu (DISC).Or turn the protect switch to off onthe DVD-RAM cartridge itself.Undo finalization or load anotherdisc for recording. Cannot record. Disc finalized. Recording was tried onto the finalizeddisc.Wait until the process is completed.Data is being written to thedisc.The recording termination is processing.Erase unnecessary titles or loadanother disc and restart recording.Disc became full during recording.No space on the disc.Cannot record, exceedslimited number of titles.Cannot record.Protected image.The operation cannot beexecuted during timerrecording standby andrecording.Cancel T-REC standby afterexecuting this operation.Unable to shift duringduplication process.Duplication aborted.Copying interrupted.Dubbing 2H5-01 P82-87 7/20/05, 10:20 PM87
88GENERALPower supply:Power consumption:Weight:Dimensions:Operating temperature:Operating humidity:Inputs/Outputs:Video:Audio:Antenna:VCR sectionVideo head:Audio track:Tuner:RF channel output:F.FWD/REW Time:Hi-Fi frequency response:Hi-Fi dynamic range:DVD sectionSignal system:Applicable disc:Recording format:Recording discs:Recording time:(based on a 4.7GB disc)Audio characteristicsfrequency response:S/N Ratio:Harmonic distortion:Wow and flutter:Dynamic range:Output:Pickup:ACCESSORIES:AC 120V 60HzOperation: 29WStandby: 2.5W (if display window is off.)12.1 lbs (5.5 kg)Width : 16-15/16 inches (430 mm)Height : 3-1/2 inches (89.5 mm)Depth : 12-9/16 inches (318.5 mm)41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C)Less than 80% RHIn: 1Vp-p/75 ohmOut: 1Vp-p/75 ohmIn: –8dBm/50k ohmOut: –8dBm/1k ohmUHF/VHF IN/OUT: 75 ohm coaxial4 Rotary HeadsHi-Fi Sound - 2 Tracks / MONO Sound - 1 Track181 Channel Freq. SynthesizedVHF 2-13UHF 14-69Cable TV 14-36 (A)-(W) 37-59 (AA)-(WW)60-85 (AAA)-(ZZZ) 86-94 (86)-(94)95-99 (A-5)-(A-1) 100-125 (100)-(125)01 (5A)Channel 3 or 4, SwitchableApprox. 1 minute and 48 seconds (with T-120 Cassette Tape)(at+25˚C)20Hz to 20,000HzMore than 90dBNTSCDVD (12cm), CD (12cm)DVD-Video Recording (VR mode)DVD-VIDEO (Video mode)DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-RXP: Approx. 60 minSP: Approx. 120 minLP: Approx. 240 minSLP: Approx. 360 minDVD: 4Hz - 22kHzCD: 4Hz - 20kHz90dBLess than 1%Less than 0.01% WrmsMore than 90dBVideo : (RCA) 1 Vp-p/75 ohmAudio : (RCA) –12 dBm/1k ohmDigital Audio : 0.5Vp-p/75 ohmCD : Wavelength: 780 nmMaximum output power: 8.5 mWDVD : Wavelength: 660 nmMaximum output power: 120 mWRemote control (SE-R0180) x 175 ohm Coaxial Cable x 1AUDIO/VIDEO Cable x 1Battery AAA x 2Specifications• This model complies with the above specifications.• Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.• This model may not be compatible with features and/or specifications that may be added in the future.Additional information 2H5-01 P88-90 7/20/05, 21:0388
Additional information89Limited United States WarrantyDigital Audio Video ("DAV") Product - Depot Repair WarrantyToshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. ("TACP") makes the following limited warranties to original consumers inthe United States. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER ORANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS DAV PRODUCT AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASERAND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE.DAV PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN THE U.S.A. AND USED ANYWHERE OUTSIDE OF THE U.S.A., INCLUDING,WITHOUT LIMITATION, CANADA AND MEXICO, ARE NOT COVERED BY THESE WARRANTIES.DAV PRODUCTS PURCHASED ANYWHERE OUTSIDE OF THE U.S.A., INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,CANADA AND MEXICO, AND USED IN THE U.S.A., ARE NOT COVERED BY THESE WARRANTIES.Limited Ninety (90) Day Warranty on LaborTACP warrants this DAV Product and its parts againstdefects in materials or workmanship for a period of ninety(90) days after the date of original retail purchase.DURING THIS PERIOD, TACP WILL, AT TACP'SOPTION, REPAIR OR REPLACE A DEFECTIVE PARTWITH A NEW OR REFURBISHED PART WITHOUTCHARGE TO YOU FOR PARTS OR LABOR.Limited One (1) Year Warranty on PartsTACP further warrants the parts in this DAV Productagainst defects in materials or workmanship for a periodof one (1) year after the date of original retail purchase.DURING THIS PERIOD, TACP WILL, AT TACP'SOPTION, REPAIR OR REPLACE A DEFECTIVE PARTWITH A NEW OR REFURBISHED PART WITHOUTCHARGE TO YOU FOR THE PART, PROVIDED THAT IFA DEFECTIVE PART IS REPAIRED OR REPLACEDAFTER NINETY (90) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OFORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE, THE CONSUMERSHALL PAY ALL LABOR CHARGES INVOLVED IN THEREPAIR OR REPLACEMENT THEREOF.Rental UnitsThe warranty for DAV Product rental units begins on thedate of the first rental or thirty (30) days after the date ofshipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.Commercial UnitsDAV Products sold and used for commercial purposeshave a limited warranty for all parts and labor, whichwarranty begins on the date of original retail purchase andends on the date that is ninety (90) days thereafter.Owner's Manual and Product Registration CardRead this owner’s manual thoroughly before operatingthis DAV Product.Complete and mail the enclosed product registration cardor register your DAV Product on-line atwww.tacp.toshiba.com/service as soon as possible. Byregistering your DAV Product you will enable TACP tobring you new products specifically designed to meet yourneeds and help us to contact you in the unlikely event asafety notification is required under the U.S. ConsumerProduct Safety Act. Failure to complete and return theproduct registration card does not diminish your warrantyrights.Your ResponsibilityTHE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE SUBJECT TO THEFOLLOWING CONDITIONS:(1) You must retain your bill of sale or provide other proofof purchase.(2) All warranty servicing of this DAV Product must bemade by the Depot Warranty Repair Center specifiedby the TACP Consumer Solutions Center.(3) The warranties from TACP are effective only if theDAV Product is purchased and operated in theContinental U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.(4) Labor service charges for set installation, setup,adjustment of customer controls, and installation orrepair of antenna systems are not covered by thiswarranty. Reception problems caused by inadequateantenna systems are your responsibility.(5) Warranties extend only to defects in materials orworkmanship as limited above, and do not extend toany DAV Product or parts that have been lost ordiscarded by you or to damage to the DAV Product orparts caused by fires, misuse, accident, Acts of God(such as lightning or fluctuations in electric power),improper installation, improper maintenance, or use inviolation of instructions furnished by TACP; use ormalfunction through simultaneous use of this DAVProduct and connected equipment; or to units thathave been modified or had the serial numberremoved, altered, defaced, or rendered illegible.Limited warranty 2H5-01 P88-90 7/20/05, 21:0389
90How to Obtain Warranty ServicesIf, after following all of the operating instructions in thismanual and checking the section "Troubleshooting," youfind that service is needed:(1) For instructions on how to obtain warranty service foryour DAV Product, contact TACP's Consumer SolutionCenter toll free at 1-800-631-3811.(2) You must include a copy or original bill of sale or otherproof of purchase along with the entire DAV Product tothe Depot Warranty Repair Center specified by theTACP Consumer Solutions Center. You areresponsible for all inbound transportation andinsurance charges for the DAV Product to the DepotWarranty Repair Center specified by the TACPConsumer Solutions Center.For additional information, visit TACP's website:www.tacp.toshiba.comALL WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY THE LAW OF ANYSTATE OF THE U.S.A., INCLUDING THE IMPLIEDWARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESSFOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLYLIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE LIMITEDWARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE. WITH THEEXCEPTION OF ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY THELAW OF ANY STATE OF THE U.S.A. AS HEREBYLIMITED, THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVEAND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,GUARANTEES, AGREEMENTS, AND SIMILAROBLIGATIONS OF TACP WITH RESPECT TO THEREPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PARTS. IN NOEVENT SHALL TACP BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIALOR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOTLIMITED TO, LOST PROFITS, BUSINESSINTERRUPTION, OR MODIFICATION OR ERASURE OFRECORDED DATA CAUSED BY USE, MISUSE ORINABILITY TO USE THIS DAV PRODUCT).No person, agent, distributor, dealer, or company isauthorized to change, modify, or extend the terms of thesewarranties in any manner whatsoever. The time withinwhich an action must be commenced to enforce anyobligation of TACP arising under the warranty or under anystatute or law of the United States or any state thereof ishereby limited to ninety (90) days from the date youdiscover, or should have discovered, the defect. Thislimitation does not apply to implied warranties arisingunder state law.THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGALRIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTSWHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THEU.S.A. SOME STATES OF THE U.S.A. DO NOT ALLOWLIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTYLASTS, WHEN AN ACTION MAY BE BROUGHT,OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVEPROVISIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU UNDERSUCH CIRCUMSTANCES.Limited warranty 2H5-01 P88-90 7/20/05, 21:0390
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