Samsung Electronics Co DVDVR300 DVD Recorder/ Video Cassette Recorder User Manual 1

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd DVD Recorder/ Video Cassette Recorder Users Manual 1

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Users Manual 1

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Contents2- Contents◆ SafetyWarning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Precaution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Before reading the user’s manual . . . . . . . . .10How to use a DVD Recorder-VCR . . . . . . . .11◆ Welcome General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Disc Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Disc Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15◆ System OverviewFront Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Front Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Tour of the Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . .19◆ Connections Quick Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Connecting the Antenna Cable . . . . . . . . . .21 Connecting the Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Connecting the Audio cable . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Connecting the external devices . . . . . . . . . .29 Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Preparing the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . .31◆System SetupOn-Screen Menu Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Manual Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Setting Up the Language Features . . . . . . . .34 Setting Up the Audio Options . . . . . . . . . . .35 Setting Up the Display (Video) Options . . . .36Setting Up the Parental Control . . . . . . . . . .37Channel Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Auto Channel Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Channel Add/Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40RF Out Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41VCR Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Video Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44◆Playback *DVD PlaybackFront Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Playing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Using the Disc and Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . .47 Using the Search&Skip Functions . . . . . . . .47 Show Motion Play / Step Motion Play . . . . .47About ANYKEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Using the A-B Repeat Function . . . . . . . . . .49Moving to a scene directly . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Selecting the subtitle & audio language . . . .51 Changing the camera angle . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Using the Bookmark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Zooming-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Playing Back an Audio CD (CDDA) . . . . . . .55Play Option Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56Picture CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Picture back MP3 CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58Using PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 *VCR PlaybackPlaying a VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Special VCR Playback Features . . . . . . . . . .61S-VHS Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Variable Search System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Contents - 3Contents◆Recording*DVD RecordingRecording the current channel you are watching 63 One-Touch Recording(OTR) . . . . . . . . . . . .64Making a Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65Editing Timer Record List . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67Cancle Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68Watching the Images Being Recorded (Time Slip) .68Recording through a DV jack . . . . . . . . . . . .69Deleting a Timer Recording Entry . . . . . . . .69*VCR RecordingBasic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 Special Recording Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Record Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71Copy to DVD or VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 ◆ EditingViewing the Menu Functions for a Disc . . . .74 Viewing Title List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 Playing a Title List Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Renaming a Title List Entry . . . . . . . . . . . .78 Deleting a Title List Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Locking a Title List Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Deleting a Section from a Title List Entry . .81 Creating a Playlist Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83Editing a Playlist Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84Editing Scene for a Playlist Entry . . . . . . . . .86 Copying a Playlist Entry to the VCR . . . . . . . .87Deleting a Playlist Entry to the Playlist . . . . . . .91Disc Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91◆ ReferenceTroubleshooting (DVD-VIDEO/DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100Problems and Solutions (VCR) . . . . . . . . . . . . .101Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Getting StartedGetting Started - 5Getting Started4- Getting StartedWarningTO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTREMOVE THE COVER(OR BACK).NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFERSERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage”inside the product that presents a risk ofelectric shock or personal injury.This symbol indicates important instruc-tions accompanying the product.Do not install this equipment in a confined space suchas a bookcase or similar unit.WARNING : To prevent damage which may result in fireor electric shock hazard, do not expose thisappliance to rain or moisture.CAUTION : DVD Recorder-VCRS USE AN INVISI-BLE LASER BEAM WHICH CANCAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATIONEXPOSURE IF DIRECTED.BE SURE TO OPERATE RECORDERCORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.FCC NOTE (for U.S.A):This equipment has been tested and found to complywith the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-encein a residential installation. This equipment generates,uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, ifnot installed and used in accordance with the instruc-tions,may cause harmful interference to radio communica-tions.However, there is no guarantee that interferencewill not occur in a particular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turningthe equipment off and on, the user is encoruaged totry to correct the interference by one or more of the fol-lowingmeasures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment andreceiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif-ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-cian for help. This unit can be used only where thepower supply is AC 120V, 60Hz. It cannotbe used elsewhere. This DVD Recorder-VCR is designed andmanufactured to respond to the RegionManagement Information.If the Region number of a DVD disc doesnot correspond to the Region number ofthis DVD Recorder-VCR, the DVDRecorder-VCR cannot play the disc. This device is protected by U.S. patentnumbers 4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098and 4,907,093 and other intellectual prop-erty rights. The use of Macrovision’s copyprotection technology in the device mustbe authorized by Macrovision and isintended for home and other limitedpayperview uses only, unless otherwiseauthorized in writing by Macrovision.Reverse engineering or disassembly is pro-hibited.NoteImportant Safety InstructionsPrecautionRead these operating instructions carefully before usingthe unit. Follow all the safety instructions listed below.Keep these operating instructions handy for future refer-ence.1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not use this apparatus near water.6) Clean only with dry cloth.7) Do not block any ventilation openings, Install inaccordance with the manufacturer's instructions.8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (includingamplifiers) that produce heat.9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized orgrounding- type plug. A polarized plug has two bladeswith one wider than the other. A groundingtype plughas two blades and a third grounding prong. The wideblade or the third prong are provided for your safety. ifthe provided plug does not fit into your outlet, con-sult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete out-let.10) Protect the power cord from being walked on orpinched particularly at plugs, convenience recepta-cles, and the point where they exit from the appara-tus.11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by themanufacturer.12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, ortable specified by the manufacturer, or sold with theapparatus. When a cart is used, use caution whenmoving the cart/apparatus combination to avoidinjury from tipover.13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms orwhen unused for long periods of time.14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.Servicing is required when the apparatus has beendamaged in any way, such as power-supply cord orplug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objectshave fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus hasbeen exposed to rain or moisture, does not operatenormally, or has been dropped.Handling Cautions•Before connecting other components to this recorder,be sure to turn them all off.• Do not move the recorder while a disc is being played,or the disc may be scratched or broken, and therecorder’s internal parts may be damaged.• Do not put a flower vase filled with water or any smallmetal objects on the recorder.• Be careful not to put your hand into the disc tray.• Do not place anything other than the disc in the discGetting Started Precaution tray.• Exterior interference such as lightning and static elec-tricity can affect normal operation of this recorder. Ifthis occurs, turn the recorder off and on again with thePOWER button, or disconnect and then reconnect theAC power cord to the AC power outlet. The recorderwill operate normally.• Be sure to remove the disc and turn off the recorderafter use.• Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outletwhen you don’t intend to use the recorder for longperiods of time.• Clean the disc by wiping in a straight line from theinside to the outside of the disc.Maintenance of CabinetFor safety reasons, be sure to disconnect the ACpower cord from the AC outlet.• Do not use benzene, thinner, or other solventsfor cleaning.• Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth.
Getting Started6- Getting StartedPrecautionDisc HandlingDisc SpecificationsUse discs with regularshapes. If an irregular disc(a disc with a specialshape) is used, this DVDRecorder-VCR may bedamaged.• Avoid touching the surface of adisc where recording is per-formed.Holding discs• Clean with an optionalDVDRAM/PD disc cleaner(LFK200DCA1 where avail-able).Do not use cleaners orcloths for CDs to clean DVD-RAM/DVDRW/DVD-R discs.DVD-RAM, DVD-RW and DVD-R• Water droplets may form on the surface of thedisc if the disc is moved suddenly from a coldplace to a warm one.If the disc has dirt or condensationWipe off dirt or contamination on the disc witha soft cloth.DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, CD• Do not write on the printed side with a ball-point pen or pencil.• Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistat-ic. Also, do not use volatile chemicals, such asbenzene or thinner.• Do not apply labels or stickers to discs. (Donot use discs fixed with exposed tape adhesiveor leftover peeled-off stickers.)• Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.• Do not use discs printed with label printersavailable on the market.• Do not load warped or cracked discs.Cautions on handling discsBe careful not to harm the disc because the dataon these discs is highly vulnerable to the envi-ronment.• Do not keep under direct sunlight.• Keep in a cool ventilated area.• Store vertically.• Keep in a clean protection jacket.• If you move your DVD Recorder-VCR sudden-ly from a cold place to a warm place, conden-sation may generate on the operating partsand lens and cause abnormal disc playback. Ifthis occurs, remove the disc and wait for oneto two hours with the power on before att-tempting playback.• A digital versatile disc (DVD) can contain upto 135-minutes of images, 8-language audioand 32 subtitle languages. It is equipped withMPEG-2 picture compression and Dolby 3Dsurrounding, allowing you to enjoy vivid andclear theater quality images in the comfort ofyour own home.• When switching from the first layer to the sec-ond layer of a double-layered DVD Video disc,there may be momen-tary distortion in theimage and sound.This is not a malfunction of the unit.• Once a DVD-R/RW recorded in Video Mode isfinalized, it becomes DVD-Video.DVD-VideoDisc StorageGetting StartedGetting Started - 7• An audio disc on which 44.1kHz PCM Audiois recorded• Plays CD-DA format audio CD-R and CD-RWdiscs. May not be able to play some CD-R orCD-RW discs due to the condition of therecording.Audio CD• Only CD-R discs with MP3 files recorded withISO9660 or JOLIET format can be played back• Only MP3 files with the "mp3", and "MP3"extension can be used.• For MP3 files recorded with a VBR(VariableBit Rates), from 32 Kbps to 320 Kbps, thesound may cut in out.• Playable range of bitrate is from 56Kbps to320Kbps.• The unit can handle maximum of 1000 files,maximum1000 folders.MP3 CD-R/RW• The unit can handle maximum of 1000 files,maximum1000 folders• MOTION JPEG is not supported.For using CD-R/RW• If the CD-R/RW disc was not recorded as aclosed session, you may experience a delay inthe early playback time , and may not beplayed all recorded files.• Some CD-R/RW discs may not be playablewith this unit, depending on the device whichwas used to burn them. For contents recorded on CD-R/RW mediafrom CDs for your personal use. Playabilitymay vary depending on contents and discs.JPEG CD-R/RW• Once a DVD-R/RW recorded in Video Mode isfinalized, it becomes DVD-Video.• You can record onto the available space on thedisc and perform editing functions such asgiving titles to discs and programs and erasingprograms before finalizing.• When programming is erased from a DVD-R,that space does not become available. Once anarea on a DVD-R is recorded on, that area isno longer available for recording, whether therecording is erased or not.• It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to com-plete recording management information afterrecording finishes.• This product optimizes the DVD-R for eachrecording. Optimizing is carried out when youstart recording after inserting the disc or turnon the unit. Recording onto the disc maybe-come impossible if optimizing is carried outtoo many times.• Playback may be impossible in some cases dueto the condition of recording.• This unit is compatible with 1x - 4x recordingspeed discs.• This unit can play back DVD-R discs recordedand finalized with a Samsung DVD videorecorder. It may not be able to play someDVD-R discs depending on the disc and thecondition of the recording.MP3 CD-R/RW
Getting StartedGetting Started - 9Getting Started8- Getting StartedProtectionThis DVD Recorder-VCR can allow you toprotect the contentsof your discs, asdescribed in the ways below.• Cartridge-protected:With the write-protect tab located at the pro-tect position, the contents of the disc cannotbe recorded, edited, or erased.• Program-protected: See page 80 “Locking thetitle List”• Disc-protected: See page 93 “Disc Protection”❊ Illegal copies of DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVDdiscs that are incompatible with the DVD-VIDEO format can not be played with thisproduct.❊ For more information on recording a DVD,consult your DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-Rmanufacturer.❊ If poor quality DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-Rdiscs are used, your recordings may fail.• LD, CD-G, CD-I, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM,DVD+R and DVD+RW discs should not beused in this product.[Note]Disc types that can be played : CD/CD-R/CDRW/MP3/JPEG/DVD-Video/DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R. However, if yourDVD-RW disc was recorded with anotherdevice, it can be played only if it was recordedand finalized in video mode.• Some commercial discs and DVD discs pur-chased outside your region may not beplayable with this product. When these discsare played, either “No disc.” or “Please checkthe regional code.” will be displayed.• If your DVD-RW disc is an illegal copy or isnot in DVD video format, it may also not beplayable.Do not use the following discs!• Many DVD discs are encoded with copyprotection. Because of this, you shouldonly connect your DVD Recorder-VCRdirectly to your TV, not to a VCR.Connecting to a VCR results in a distortedpicture from copy-protected DVD discs.• This product incorporates copyright pro-tection technology that is protected bymethods claims of certain U.S. patents andother intellectual property rights ownedby Macrovision Corporation and otherrights owners. Use of this copyright pro-tection technology must be authorized byMacrovision Corporation, and is intendedfor home and other limited viewing usesonly unless otherwise authorized byMacrovision Corporation. Reverse engi-neering or disassembly is prohibited.COPY PROTECTION• Recording and playback can be performed ona DVD-RW discs in both of Video Mode andVR Mode.• Once a DVD-RW recorded in VR Mode isfinalized,you cannot perform addtional record-ing.• Once a DVD-RW recorded in Video Mode isfinalized, it becomes DVD-Video.• In both modes, playback can be performedbefore and after finalization, but additionalrecording, deleting and editing can not be per-formed after finalization. see below the table...• If you want to record the disc in VR Mode andthen record in V Mode, be sure to executeFormat. Be careful when executing Formatbecause all the recorded data may be lost.• A DVD-RW blank disc is initialized to VideoMode when first initialized.DVD-RW (VR mode)- This is a format that is used for recording dataon a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc. You canrepeat recording, editing, deleting, partial dele-tion, creation of playlist, and etc.- A disc that is recorded in this mode may not beplayed by an existing DVD player.DVD-RW (Video mode)- This is a format that is used for recording dataon a DVD-RW or DVD-R disc. The disc can beplayed by an existing DVD player once it hasbeen finalized.- If a disc that has been recorded in V Mode buthas not been finalized by a different maker’srecorder, it cannot be played or additionally berecorded by this recorder.DVD-RW Disc Playback and Recording• DVD-RAM discs come with or without a car-tridge. For this product, we recommend DVD-RAM discs that come with cartridges.• Some cartridges are able to eject the discinside. Even if you are able to eject the disc,always use the disc with the cartridge toensure correct operation.• DVD-RAM discs have a Write Protect tab inorder to avoid accidental erasure of recordeddata. With the Write Protect tab set to PRO-TECT, you can play the disc, but recording orerasing will not work. Set the Write Protecttab to UNPROTECT to format the disc orerase data.• Ensure that the recording mode is set to VRmode. Otherwise, this product will not be ableto play the recording.• You cannot play a DVD-RAM in a normalDVD player because a DVD-RAM is usuallynot compatible with a normal DVD player.However, a DVD-RAM can be played in sometypes of DVD players supporting DVD-RAMstandards.• DVD-RAM recorded on this unit may notwork with other DVD players. For the deter-mination of compatibility with these DVD-RAM discs, refer to the user’s manual for theplayer.• DVD-RAM recorded on this product may notbe compatible with other DVD players, referto the manual for the player to determinecompatibility with these DVD-RAM disc.• This unit is compatible with both non-car-tridge and cartridge DVD-RAM, but the write-protect tabs on cartridge-type discs give betterprotection to your recordings.DVD-RAM Disc Playback and RecordingPrecaution
Getting StartedGetting Started - 11Getting Started10 - Getting StartedHow to use a DVDRecorder-VCRStep 1 Select the disc typeSelect the disc type according to the chart on therear cover, as each type has different features. Thisrecorder can precede recording on the followingtypes of discs. If you want to repeatedly record onthe same disc or you want to edit the disc afterrecording, select a rewritable DVD-RW , DVD+RWor DVD-RAM type disc. If you want to save record-ing without any change, howev-er, choose a non-rewritable DVD-R.Step 2Format the disc to start recordingUnlike a VCR, the recorder automatically starts for-matting when an unused disc is inserted. This isrequired for the preparation of recording on a disc.Using a DVD-RAM/-RWThis type of disc can be formatted in either DVD-Video format (Video mode) or DVD-VideoRecording format (VR mode). You can play a videomode disc on various DVD components. A VRmode disc allows more varied editing.Using a DVD-RThis type of disc can be formatted in DVD Videoformat. You can play this type of disc on variousDVD compo-nents. After formatting is complete,now you can record on the disc. Only one format can be used in oneDVD-RW. You can change the DVD-RW formatto another format. It should be notedthat the data of the disc may be lostwhen changing formats. All discs cannot be played on otherDVD components.NoteStep 4Playing recording dataYou can select the title you want to play in a dis-played menu and then immediately start playback.The data of DVD consists of sections, called astitles, and sub sections, called as chapters.On this recorder, a title is created between twopoints where you start and stop recording.Chapters are created automatically at specifiedintervals, or can be created manually. ( DVD-RWs inVR mode only)Step 5Editing a recording discYou can find editing discs a lot easier than conven-tional video tapes. Besides, the recorder can supportmany differ-ent edit functions, possible only withDVDs. With a simple and easy edit menu, you canoperate vari-ous edit functions, such as delete, copy,rename, lock, etc., on a recorded title.Creating a playlist (DVD-RAM/-RW in VR modeWith this recorder, you can create a new playlist onthe same disc and edit it without the change of theoriginal recording. Since Playlist does not occupymuch disc space, you need only one recorder andone disc.Step 3RecodingThere are two different recording methods, ie.,Direct Recording and Timer Recording. Timerrecording is classi-fied into Once, Weekly, andEvery according to the record-ing type or that isclassified into XP (high quality), SP (standard quali-ty), LP (low quality), and EP (lower quali-ty)according to the recording mode. When recordingis set in the FR mode, the best quality picture canbe record-ed during the remaining time.Icon Term DefinitionThis involves that the vio-lation of any of instruc-tions may cause humanbeings to die or have asevere injury.This involves that the vio-lation of any of instruc-tions may causehumanbeings to be injured orsustain material loss.Before reading theuser’s manualMake sure to check the following matters beforereading the user’s manual.1) Be sure to be familiar with Safety Instructionsbefore using this product. (See pages 4~7)2) If a problem occurs, check for Troubleshooting.(See pages 99)Icons that will be used for Safety InstructionsAbout the use of this user’s manual©2004 Samsung Electronics Co.All rights reserved; No part or whole of this user’smanual may be reproduced or copied without theprior written permission of Samsung ElectronicsCo.CopyrightWarningCautionIcon Term DefinitionThis involves a functionavailablein DVD or VideoMode DVD-RThis involves a functionavailable in a Video CD orCD/Video format CD-R/CD-RWThis involves a functionavailable in DVD-RAMThis involves a functionavailable in DVD-RWThis involves a functionavailable in DVD-RThis involves a functionavailable in a data CD(CD-ROM, CD-R, or CD-RWThis involves a functionavailable in a data pictureCD (CD-ROM, CD-R, orCD-RW)This involves a functionavailable in a data CD(CD-ROM, CD-R, or CD-RW on which MP3 isrecorded)This involves a case wherea function does not oper-ate or settings may be can-celledThis involves hints or thecontents in the page thatmay help each functionoperateCheck items before operat-ing each functionA function that can beoperated by using onlyone buttonIcons that will be used in the bodyDVDVCDRAMRWRCDJPEGMP3CautionNOTEPreliminaryOne-Touchbutton
Getting Started12 - Getting StartedWelcomeWelcome - 13General FeaturesDVD-VR300 allows you to record and playbackhigh quality digital images on a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R disc. You can record and edit digitalimages on DVD-RAM/DVD-RW discs as if old VCRtapes.High quality digital audio and videorecording and playbackRecord up to about 12-hour images with adouble side 9.4 GB DVD-RAM disc, and upto about 6-hour images with a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM disc, depending on the recordingmode.1Creating DVD video title usingDVD-RW discWith DVD-VR300, create your own DVDvideo title on 4.7 GB DVD-RW discs.2A Variety of Recording OptionsSelect an appropriate recording modebetween XP, SP, and LP to meet your recording needs. (See page 65~66.)Recordingzquality and time on a 4.7-GBDVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc:• XP mode - High quality, about 1 hour• SP mode - Standard quality, about 2 hours• LP mode - Low quality, about 4 hours• EP mode - Lower quality, about 6 hours3Copying digital camcorder contentusing DV input jackRecord digital camcorder images onto DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R discs using theDV input jack (IEEE 1394-4pin). (See page69.)4How to use a DVDRecorder-VCRStep 6Finaliaing & Playing on other DVD componentsTo play your DVD on other DVD components,finalizing may be necessary in some cases. First, fin-ish up all your editing and recording operations,then finalize the disc.When using a DVD-RW disc in VR ModeAlthough finalizing is generally unnecessary whenplaying the disc on a VR Mode compatible compo-nent, a finalized disc should be used for playbackon that type of compo-nent. You can still edit andrecord on the disc even after finalizing.When using a DVD-RW disc in Video ModeThe disc should be finalized first to enable playbackon anything other than this recorder. No more edit-ing or recording can be made on the disc once ithas been final-ized. To enable recording on the discagain, you should format it again. Reformatting willerase all the previous data.When using a DVD-R discYou should finalize the disc to play it on a compo-nent other than this recorder. You cannot edit orrecord on the disc once it has been finalized.
WelcomeWelcome - 1514 - WelcomeWelcomeGeneral FeaturesTime Slip and Picture In Picture(PIP)Use the Time Slip functionality to playbackthe recorded images while a recording isproceeding (DVD-RAM only). Use the PIPfunctionality to view both of the playbackand recording screens at the same time. 5High quality progressive scanProgressive scanning provides high resolu-tion and flicker free images. The 12-bit 108-MHz DAC, 2D Y/C Separating circuitry andTime Base Corrector processor technologyprovides you with the highest image play-back and recording quality. (See page25~26.)6A variety of functionalities witheasy-to-use user interfaceIntegrated menu system and messagingfunctionality allow you to perform thedesired operations easily and conveniently.With a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW disc, you canedit recorded images, create playlist, andedit images in specific sequence accordingto your needs.7Do not use the following discs!Disc Information Disc Specifications• LD, CD-G, CD-I, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM,DVD+R, and DVD+RW discs should not beused in this product.➢Disc types that can be played back : CD/CD-R/CD-RW/MP3/DVD/DVD-RAM/ DVD-RW/DVD-R.However, if your DVD-RW disc is recordedwith other device, it can be played back onlyif it was recorded and finalized in videomode.• Some commercial discs and DVD discspurchased outside your region may not beplayed back in this product. If those kinds ofunsupported discs are played back, either “Nodisc.” or “Please check the regional code.” willbe displayed.• If your DVD-RW disc is an illegal copy or is notof DVD video format, it may not be playedback.COPY PROTECTION• Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protec-tion. Because of this, you should only connectyour DVD player directly to your TV, not to aVCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distort-ed picture from copy-protected DVD discs.• This product incorporates copyright protectiontechnology that is protected by methods claimsof certain U.S.patents and other intellectualproperty rights owned by MacrovisionCorporation and other rights owners. Use ofthis copyright protection technology must beauthorized by Macrovision Corporation, and isintended for home and other limited viewinguses only unless otherwise authorized byMacrovision Corporation. Reverse engineeringor disassembly is prohibited.• Manufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbolare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.Confidential unpublished works. 1992-1997Dolby Laboratories Inc. All rights reserved.• “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks ofDigital Theater Systems, Inc.1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rightsreserved.• When switching from the first layer to the sec-ond layer of a double-layered DVD Video disc,there may be a momentary distortion in theimage and sound. This seems that the DVDRecorder-VCR is malfunctioning, but this is nota malfunction.• DVD-Audio discs operating with a DVD Videorecorder can be played.➢ Only video content on a DVD-Audio disccan be played. DVD-Video/Audio DiscPlayback• Some CD-R discs may not be playable with thisproduct, depending on the device, which wasused to burn them. (i.e. the type of CD recorderor personal computer used)• Only a CD-R disc recorded in closed sessionmode is guaranteed playable with this product.If a disc was recorded in open session mode, itmay not be completely playable.• Some CD-R discs may not be playable with thisproduct, depending on the recording conditionsand the disc type. CD-R Disc Playback
16 - WelcomeWelcomeSystemOverviewSystem Overview - 17DescriptionFront Panel Display1 2 34 5 687 910 111When the light is on, DVD is operating.2 DVD-RAM is activated.3 DVD-R or DVD-RW is activated.4Progressive Scan mode is working.5When you watch SAP/STEREO channel orplay back Hi-Fi VCR tapes, it is on. 6 VCR is activated.7 DVD or CD media is loaded.8 Record function is working.9The time, counter position, time remaining10When you set a Timer recording, it or current deck status is indicated. is on.11 VHS Videotape is loaded.CD-R MP3 Disc Playback• Only CD-R discs with MP3 files recorded withthe ISO 9660 or JOLIET format can be playedback. • The MP3 files should be recorded at a bit rateof at least 56kbps to ensure proper playback. • Only MP3 files with the “.mp3”, and “MP3”extension can be played.• If the CD-R disc was not recorded as a closedsession, you may experience a delay in the earlyplayback time, and the recorder may not playall recorded files.• For files recorded with a Variable Bit Rate(VBR), from 32 kbps to 320 kbps, the soundmay cut in and out.DVD-RW Disc Playback andRecording• You can record to DVD-RW discs with thisproduct.• This product can play finalized DVD-RW discsrecorded in Video mode.• Recording and playback can be performed on aDVD-RW disc in both of video mode and VRmode.• In both modes, playback can be performedbefore and after finalization, but additionalrecording, deletion, and editing cannot be per-formed after finalization.• VR modeRecording and erasing can be performed asmany times as possible on a disc. Various edit function can be performed such asdeleting unwanted parts. Depending on record-ing conditions, DVD-RW discs that has beenrecorded in VR mode can be played by DVDRecorder-VCRs that can play DVD-RW discs. • Video modeThe DVD-RW disc that has been finalized inthe video mode can be played by DVDRecorder-VCRs that can play DVD-RW discs. DVD-R Disc Playback andRecording• Once it is finalized, no further recording can beperformed.• DVD-R discs cannot be formatted or unfinal-ized.DVD-RAM Disc Playback andRecording• DVD-RAM discs come with or without a car-tridge. For this product, we recommend DVD-RAM disc that come with cartridges.• Some cartridges are able to eject the disc inside.Even if you are able to eject the disc, always usethe disc with the cartridge to ensure correctoperation.• DVD-RAM discs have a Write Protect tab inorder to avoid accidental erasure of recordeddata. With the Write Protect tab set to PROTECT,you can play the disc, but recording or erasingwill not work. Set the Write Protect tab to UNPROTECT toformat the disc or erase data.• Ensure that the recording mode is set to VRmode. Otherwise, this product will not be ableto play the recording.• It is impossible to play the DVD-RAM in a nor-mal DVD Recorder-VCR because a DVD-RAMis usually not compatible with a normal DVDRecorder-VCR. However, a DVD-RAM can beplayed in some types of DVD Recorder-VCRssupporting DVD-RAM standards.• It is only possible to use discs which conformwith DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0.
System OverviewSystem Overview - 1918 - System OverviewSystem OverviewTour of the Rmote ControlDescription7. F.ADV Button8. Playback-related buttonsForward/Rewind, Search, Skip, Stop, Play/Pause9. TITLE LIST(DISC MENU) ButtonUse this to enter the View Recoding list/disk menu.10. MENU ButtonBrings up the DVD Recorder-VCR’s setup menu.11. ENTER/DIRECTION Button(UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT Buttons)This button functions as a toggle switch.12. RETURN ButtonReturns to a previous menu.13. TV/VCR Button14. INFO ButtonThis will display current setting or a state of a disc.15. REC ButtonUse to make a recording on DVD-RAM/-RW/-Rdiscs.16. PIP Button17. DVD ButtonPress this when you use a DVD.18. TV POWER Button19. AUDIO ButtonUse this to access various audio functions on a disc.20. TV ButtonPress this to operate TV.21. INPUT ButtonSelect line input signal in external inputmode(Tuner or Line input)22. OPEN/CLOSE ButtonTo open and close the disc tray.)23. TIME SLIP ButtonUse this to watch, a recently recorded 10-secondprogram on the PIP screen, while recording.24. MARKER ButtonUse this to bookmark a position while playing a disc.25. PLAY LIST(TITLE MENU) ButtonUse this to return to the Title menu, or to view therecorded files list.26. ANYKEY ButtonUse this to view the status of the disc that is beingplayed.27. CLEAR Button28. SUBTITLE ButtonPress this to switch the DVD’s subtitle language.29. REC SPEED Button30. REC PAUSE ButtonUse this to pause during recording.31. TIME SLIP Button32. VCR Button1. POWER Button2. NUMBER Button3. 100+ ButtonPress this to select channel 100 or higher.4. VCR Button5. DVD ButtonPress this when you use a DVD.6. TV Control Buttons• VOLUME ButtonTV volume adjustment• CHANNEL ButtonUse this to select a TV channel.Rear Panel OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRL1 3 4 5 7 8 1021 S-VIDEO OUT 2 AUDIO OUT L,R3 DIGIRAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 4DIGIRAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)5 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 6 AUDIO OUT R,L7 VIDEO OUT 8 VIDEO IN9 AUDIO IN R,L 10 RF ANTENNA INPUT11 RF OUT TO TV 6 911Front Panel Overview1 25 6 7 8 910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 203 41 DVD DECK 2 DVD OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON3 VCR DECK 4 VCR EJECT BUTTON5 POWER BUTTON 6 PROGRESSIVE BUTTON7 S-VIDEO INPUT 8 VIDEO INPUT9 AUDIO L.R INPUT 10 DV INPUT11 CHANNEL/ 12 FRONT PANEL DISPLAY13 DVD/VCR BUTTON 14 TIMESLIP BUTTON15 RECORD BUTTON 16 REW/SKIP BUTTON17 STOP BUTTON 18 PLAY/STILL BUTTON19 F.F/SKIP BUTTON 20 COPY BUTTONDescription
ConnectionsConnecting & Setting Up - 21AccessoryStep 1: Unpacking Check for the supplied accessories below.• Video/Audio Cable (AC97-01746A)• RF Cable for TV (AC39-42001J)• Remote Control (AK59-00015J)• Batteries for Remote Control (AAA Size)(AC43-12002H)• User’s Manual (AK68-00416A)• Dispose of batteries according to local environ-mental regulations. Do not put them in thehousehold trash.Step 2: Connecting theAntenna CableThere are several ways to connect your DVDRecorder-VCR. Select one of the following antennaconnecting that best suits you below.• Method 1 : Antenna + DVD Recorder-VCR + TV :No Cable box• Method 2 : Antenna +Cable box + DVD Recorder-VCR +TV : Cable box with manyscrambled channels• Method 3 : Antenna + DVD Recorder-VCR + Cablebox +TV : Cable box with a fewscrambled channels If you are using an off-air antenna that has300-ohm twin flat leads, use an externalantenna connector (300-75 ohm adaptor :not supplied) to connect the antenna tothe DVD Recorder-VCR. If you have two separate antennas (oneVHF and one UHF), use a UHF/VHFcom-biner- adaptor (available at mostelectron-ics shops) to connect the antennato the DVD Recorder-VCR. Note to CATV system installer: Thisreminder is provided to call CATV systeminstaller’s attention to Article 820-40 ofthe National Electrical Code (Section 54of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), thatprovides guidelines for proper groundingand, in particular, specifies that the cableground shall be connected to the ground-ing system of the building as close to thepoint of cable entry as practical.NoteConnecting &Setting UpQuick OverviewA Quick overview presented in this guide will giveyou enough imformation to start using the recorder.Step 1 : UnpackingStep 2 : Connecting the Antenna CableStep 3 : Connecting the Video CordsStep 4 : Connecting the Audio CordsStep 5 : Connecting the external deviceStep 6 : Connecting the Power CordStep 7 : Preparing the Remote❷❷❷❷❷❷
ConnectionsConnecting & Setting Up - 2322 - Connecting & Setting UpConnectionsMethod 3 : Antenna + DVDRecorder-VCR + Cable box+TV : Cable box with a fewscrambled channelsYou can record any non-scrambled channel byselecting the channel on the cable box. You cannotrecord scram-bled channel that require a cable box.To RF INTo RF OUTRF CableTo ANT INPUTANTTVIN OUTCable boxWallOUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLOUTRF(TO TV)IN(FROM ANT.)OUTRFThere are several ways to connect your DVDRecorder-VCR.Select one of the following videoconnecting that best suits you below.• Method 1 : Connecting to a video input jack• Method 2 : Connecting to a s-video input jack• Method 3 : Connecting to a component videoinput jacks in 480i mode• Method 4 : Connecting to a component videoinput jacks in 480p modeS-Video, Component video and ProgressiveOutput Modes• S-Video and component video output are avail-able only if your TV supports S-Video input orcomponent video input, respectively. If S-Video orcomponent video output does not work, checkthe TV connec-tions and the TV input selectionsettings. (For infor-mation on how to connect toa TV, see pages 21 ~ 22.)• Compared to standard interlaced video, progres-sive scan doubles the amount of video beam linesfed to your TV, resulting in a more stable, flicker-free, and clear image than interlaced video. Theprogressive scan video output jack is used in pro-gressive output mode. This is only available forTVs, which support progressive scan.• Consumers should note that not all high defini-tion television sets are fully compatible with thisproduct and may cause artifacts to be displayed inthe picture. In case of 525 progressive scan pic-ture problems, it is recommended that the userswitch the connection to the ‘standard definition’output. If there are questions regarding our TVset compatibility with this model 525p DVD play-er, please contact our customer service center.Step 3: Connecting theVideo CableStep 2: Connecting theAntenna CableMethod1 : Antenna + DVDRecorder-VCR + TV : No CableboxYou can record any non-scrambled channel byselecting the channel on the DVD Recorder-VCR.Also use this Method if you watch channels with-out cable box.To RF INTo RF OUTRF CableTo ANT INPUTANTTVOUTRF(TO TV)IN(FROM ANT.)OUTRFOUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLMethod 2 : Antenna +Cable box +DVD Recorder-VCR + TV : Cablebox with many scrambled chan-nelsYou can record any unscrambled channel by select-ing the channel on the cable box. You cannotrecord one channel while watching another chan-nel. Be sure that the cable box is turned on.To RF INTo RF OUTRF CableTo ANT INPUTANTTVIN OUTCable boxWallOUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLOUTRF(TO TV)IN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF
ConnectionsConnecting & Setting Up - 2524 - Connecting & Setting UpConnectionsMethod 3 : Connecting to acompo-nent video inputjacks(Y,Pb,Pr) in 480i mode1. Connect component video cables(not supplied)between the COMOUNENT VIDEO OUT jackson DVD Recorder-VCR and COMPONENTVIDEO IN jacks on the TV (or AV amplifier).2. Press the Progressive switch on the front panel. Ifanything is not displayed on Led-display, it is480i Mode. Make sure that the disc has stoppedhas stopped completely before changing theswitch position.Method 4 : Connecting to acompo-nent video inputjacks(Y,Pb,Pr) in 480p modeSet Your TV should support progressive scan inputto allow you to watch 480p video output.1. Connect component video cables(not supplied)between the COMOUNENT VIDEO OUT jackson DVD Recorder-VCR and COMPONENTVIDEO IN jacks on the TV (or AV amplifier).2. Press the Progressive switch on the front panel. If“480P” is not displayed on Led-display, now yourDVD Recorder-VCR-VCR is operated on 480PMode. Make sure that the disc has stopped com-pletely before changing the switch possition.• You will enjoy accurate color reproduction highquali-ty images. Component video separates thepicture ele-ment into back and white (Y), blue(Pb) and red (Pr) signals to present most clearand clean images.COMPOMENTPbPrY1OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrCOMPONENTVIDEO OUTYPbPrCOMPONENTVIDEO OUTYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLCOMPOMENTPbPrY1OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrCOMPONENTVIDEO OUTYPbPrCOMPONENTVIDEO OUTYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRL Make sure that the color coded connec-tions match. That is, the Y, Pb and Prcomponent output jacks of your DVDRecorder-VCR should be connected to theexact corresponding component inputjacks on your TV. Otherwise, red or blueimages will be displayed on the TVscreen. Make sure that the left and right audiooutput jacks of your DVD Recorder-VCRare connected to the left and right audioinput jacks of your TV, respectively.(page26)NoteMethod 1 : Connecting to avideo input jackYou can record any non-scrambled channel byselecting the channel on the cable box. You cannotrecord scram-bled channel that require a cable box.Method 2 : Connecting to a s-video input jackConnect a s-video cable(not supplied) between theS-VIDEO OUT jack on DVD Recorder-VCR and S-VIDEO IN jack on the TV (or AV amplifier).• You will enjoy high quality images. S-Video sepa-rates the picture element into back and white (Y)and color (C) signals to present clearer imagesthan video input mode.INPUTAUDIOLROUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRAUDIOLINE OUTVIDEOLRLRLINPUTS-VIDEOS-VIDEOOUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLStep 3: Connecting theVideo Cable
ConnectionsConnecting & Setting Up - 2726 - Connecting & Setting UpConnectionsMethod 2-1 : Connecting to astereo amplifier and 2speak-ers( audio out )If your stereo amplifier only has audio input jacks(L and R), use audio out jacks.R1L1ANALOG AUDIO INFront(L)speaker Front(R)speakerwhiteredwhiteredRAUDIOLRAUDIOLINE OUTLOUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLMethod 2-2 : Connecting to astereo amplifier and 2speak-ers( digital audio out )If your stereo amplifier only has digital audio inputjack,use digital audio out jack. To enjoy Digital Outputsound, you will set up the audio settings. (See page34)R1L1ANALOG AUDIO INFront(L)speaker Front(R)speakerwhiteredwhiteredRAUDIOLRAUDIOLINE OUTLOUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLThere are several ways to connect your DVDRecorder-VCR. Select one of the following audioconnecting that best suits you below.• Method 1 : Connecting to your TV• Method 2 : Connecting to a stereo amplifier an2speakers(analog audio out / digitalaudio out)• Method 3 : Connecting to an AV amplifier withdolby surround decoder and 3 to6speakers(analog audio out / digitalaudio out)• Method 4 : Connecting to an AV amplifier with adigi-tal input jack and 6speakersMethod 1 : Connecting to yourTVThis connection will use your TV’s speakers.OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLINPUTAUDIOAUDIOLRredwhiteredwhiteRAUDIOLRAUDIOLINE OUTLStep 4 : Connectingthe Audio cable Make sure that the color coded connec-tions match. That is, the Y, Pb and Prcomponent output jacks of your DVDRecorder-VCR should be connected to theexact corresponding component inputjacks on your TV. Otherwise, red or blueimages will be displayed on the TVscreen. Once 480p video output mode is selected,Video, S-Video and 480i outputs are dis-abled. Make sure that the left and right audiooutput jacks of your DVD Recorder-VCRare connected to the left and right audioinput jacks of your TV, respectively.(page26)NoteManufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbolare trademarks of DolbyLaboratories.Confidentialunpublished works. ©1992-1997 DolbyLaboratories. All rights reserved.“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks ofDigital Theater Systems, Inc.©1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc.All rights reserved.Step 3: Connecting theVideo Cable
ConnectionsConnecting & Setting Up - 2928 - Connecting & Setting UpConnectionsMethod 4 : Connecting to anAV amplifier with a digitalinput jack and 6speakersIf your AV amplifier only has a Dolby Digital or DTSdecorder and a digital input jack, use this connec-tion. To enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS sound, you willset up the audio settings. (See page 34)Front RFront LSubwooferCenterRear(mono)speakerRear(L) Rear(R)OPTICAL COAXIALDIGITAL AUDIO INOUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLorDIGITAL AUDIO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALDIGITAL AUDIO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALMethod 4 : Connecting a VCR,Settop Box(STB) or DVD play-er to the AUDIO/VIDEO L1 INjacksThis allows you to connect your DVD Recorder-VCR to other external devices and view or recordtheir outputs.• Method 1 : Connecting a VCR, Set-Top Box(STB) orDVD player to the AUDIO/VIDEO LINE IN 1 jacks• Method 2 : Connecting a Camcorder to the LINE 2in jacks• Method 3 : Connecting to a Camcorder to the DVIN jackINPUTAUDIOAUDIOLRS-VIDEOS-VIDEOVCRDVDSTBorOUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOAUDIOVIDEOLRLRLLINE IN 1RLStep 5 : Connectingthe external devicesMethod 3-1 : Connecting to anAV amplifier with dolby sur-round decoder and 3 to6speakers(audio out)If your AV amplifier only has audio input jacks(Land R), use audio out jacks. You can enjoy Dolbysur-round effects only when dolby surround audioor multi-channel audio discs.R1L1ANALOG AUDIO INFront RFront LSubwooferCenterRear(mono)speakerRear(L) Rear(R)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLRAUDIOLRAUDIOLLINE OUTMethod 3-2 : Connecting to anAV amplifier with dolby sur-round decoder and 3 to6speakers(digital audio out)If your AV amplifier only has DIGITAL audio inputjack, use digital audio out jack. You can enjoy Dolbysur-round effects only when dolby surround audioor multi-channel audio discs. To enjoy DigitalOutput sound, you will set up the audio settings.(See page 34)Front RFront LSubwooferCenterRear(mono)speakerRear(L) Rear(R)OPTICAL COAXIALDIGITAL AUDIO INOUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLIN(FROM ANT.)OUTRF(TO TV)DIGITAL AUDIO OUTAUDIO OUT COMPONENTVIDEO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALRYPbPrLRAUDIOLINE OUT LINE IN 1VIDEOLRLorDIGITAL AUDIO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALDIGITAL AUDIO OUTOPTICAL COAXIALStep 4 : Connectingthe Audio cable
ConnectionsConnecting & Setting Up - 3130 - Connecting & Setting UpConnectionsBe sure to connect the power cord after all connec-tions are complete.Step 6 : Connectingthe Power CordInstall Batteries in the Remote• Open the battery cover on the back of the remote.• Insert two AAA batteries. Make sure that thepolarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.• Replace the battery cover.If remote doesn’t operate properly:• Check the polarity + - of the batteries (Dry-Cell)• Check if the batteries are drained.• Check if remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.• Check if there is any fluorescent lighting nearby.Step 7 : Preparing theRemote ControlMethod 2 : Connecting aCamcorder to the LINE 2 jacksYou can also use the LINE 2 IN jacks on the frontpanel of the DVD Recorder-VCR-VCR. You canrecording from connected equipment.-see on page69INPUTAUDIOAUDIOLRS-VIDEOS-VIDEOMethod 3 : Connecting to aCamcorder to the DV IN jackf your camcorder has a DV output jack, connect itto the DV input jack of your DVD Recorder-VCR.• If your camcorder has a DV output jack, see page69 for more information.Step 5 : Connectingthe external devices You can also use the LINE IN 2 jacks onthe front panel of the DVD Recorder-VCR-VCR. - When the S-Video jack and Video jackare connected at the same time, the S-Video jack will be selected first. LineSelection will be automatically done.- Picture containing copy protection signalthat prohibit any copying cannot berecorded.Note
System SetupSystem Setup - 33Manual Clock SetIf Auto Setup fails to set the DVD Recorder-VCR-VCR’s internal clock by locating a local TV station,follow these steps to set the date and time manually. NOTE: For accurate Timer Recording, your DVDRecorder-VCR-VCR's internal clock must be setcorrectly. Open “MENU”Press the MENU button while the DVD orVCR is in Stop or Play mode. 1Select “Setup”Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move theselection bar to “Setup” then press ENTERto select.2Select “Clock Set”Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight“Clock Set ” then press the ENTER button.3Select “Manual Clock Set”Move the highlight to “Manual Clock Set”,then press the ENTER button.• The Clock Set will change as shown.4Set the ClockUse the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select eachof the following options, then use theUP/DOWN buttons to set each option:• Month – Set the month• Day – Set the day. • Year – Set the year• Hour – Set the hour• Minute – Set the minute• AM/PM – Set the AM/PM5System Setup On-Screen MenuNavigationThe on-screen menus allow you to enable or dis-able various functions on your DVD Recorder-VCR-VCR. Use the following buttons to open andnavigate through the on-screen menus.MENU ButtonPress this button on the remote controlwhile the DVD or VCR is in Stop or Playmode to open the on-screen MAIN MENU. 1Up/Down and Left/RightUse these buttons to move the selection bar up/down and left/right to cycle through the menu options.2Enter ButtonPress this button on the remote control toconfirm any new settings.3Return ButtonPress this button on the remote control toreturn to the last MENU screen displayed orto exit the on-screen MENU all together.4DVD-RAM(VR)
System SetupSystem Setup - 3534 - System SetupSystem SetupDigital OutputSetting Up the AudioOptionsUse the ❷ buttons to select the desireditem. Then press the RIGHT or ENTER but-ton.1. PCM : Converts to PCM(2CH) 48kHzaudio.Select PCM when using theAnalog Audio Outputs.2. Bitstream : Converts to Dolby DigitalBitstream (5.1CH). SelectBitstream when using the DigitalAudio Output.DTS1. Off : Doesn’t output digital signal.2. On : Outputs DTS Bitstream via digitaloutput only. Select DTS whenconnecting to a DTS Decoder.Dynamic Compression1. On : To select dynamic compression.2. Off : To select the standard range.5 Press the RETURN or ➛button to returnto the previous menu. Press the MENUbutton to exit the menu. Be sure to select the correct DigitalOutput or no audio will be heard.If you set the player menu, disc menu, audio andsubtitle language in advance, they will come upautomatically every time you watch a movie.With the unit in Stop mode, press theMENU button on the remote.1Select Setup using ❷buttons, then pressthe ❿or ENTER button.2Select Language using ❷ buttons, thenpress the ❿or ENTER button.Language setup menu will be displayed.3Use ❷ buttons to select the desired submenu and press the ENTER or ❿button.4PCMBitstreamSetting Up theLanguage FeaturesIf you set the player menu, disc menu, audio andsubtitle language in advance, they will come upautomatically every time you watch a movie.With the unit in Stop mode, press theMENU button on the remote.1Select Setup using ❷buttons, then pressthe ❿or ENTER button.2Select Language using ❷ buttons, thenpress the ❿or ENTER button.Language setup menu will be displayed.3Select the desired Language using ❷ but-tons, then press the ❿or ENTER button. Press the RETURN or ➛button to returnto the previous menu. Press the MENUbutton to exit the menu.5Use ❷ buttons to select the desired submenu and press the ENTER or ❿button.4
System SetupSystem Setup - 3736 - System SetupSystem SetupSetting Up the ParentalControlThe Parental Control function works in conjunc-tion with DVDs that have been assigned a rating -which helps you control the types of DVDs thatyour family watches. There are up to 8 rating levelson a disc.Select Setup using ❷ buttons, then pressthe ❿or ENTER button.2Select Parental control using ❷ buttons,then press the ❿or ENTER button.• When you operate your DVD Recorder-VCR for the first time, the User Passwordscreen will be displayed. Press the ENTER button and the ‘Createthe password.’ message will be displayed.3Enter the 4-digit password using the 0 to 9buttons on the remote.• The ‘Confirm the password.’ message willbe displayed. Enter your password again.4Select Password ON/OFF using ❿and ❷buttons.5OnOffWith the unit in Stop mode, press theMENU button on the remote.1Setting Up theDisplay(Video) OptionsThis function allows you to setup the TV screensettings.With the unit in Stop mode, press theMENU button on the remote.You can’t use the Setup functions duringplayback.1Select Setup using ❷ buttons, then pressthe ❿or ENTER button.2Select Video using ❷ buttons, then pressthe ❿or ENTER button.Video option menu will be displayed.3This function depends on disc type. It may notwork for some disc types.select the sub menu using ❷ buttons,then press the ❿or ENTER button.4Use the ❷ buttons to select the desireditem. Then press the RIGHT or ENTER but-ton.5 Press the RETURN or ➛button to returnto the previous menu. Press the MENUbutton to exit the menu.NoteDisplay(Video) OptionsTV AspectDepending on the type of television you have, youmay want to adjust the screen setting. (aspect ratio)• 4:3 letterBox : Select when you want to seethe total 16:9 ratio screen DVDsupplies, even though youhave a TV with a 4:3 ratioscreen. Black bars will appearat the top and bottom of thescreen.• 4:3 pan - Scan : Select this for conventionalsize TV when you want to seethe central portion of the 16:9screen. (Extreme left andright side of movie picturewill be cut off.)• 16:9 wide : You can view the full 16:9 pictureon your widescreen TV. Still ModePrevent picture shaking in still mode and displaysmall text clearer.• Automatic : When selecting Auto,Field/Frame mode will be auto-matically converted.• Field : Select this feature when the screen shakes in the Auto mode.• Frame : Select this feature when you want tosee small letters more clearly in theAuto mode.Black LevelAdjusts the brightness of the screen.• 0 IRE : This is the standard NTSC referenceblack level for consistentbrightness/contrast across all source.• 7.5 IRE : This will enhance the black levelfor increased brightness/contrastwhen viewing DVDs.3D NR(Noise Reduction)• On : Select to remove noise from the screen• Off
System SetupSystem Setup - 3938 - System SetupSystem SetupChannel SetAuto Channel MemorySelect “Antenna/Cable TV”Move the selection arrow to “Antenna/CableTV” then press right button to select fromthe following options:• Antenna - Indicates that the DVDRecorder-VCR-VCR is connected to anindoor or outdoor VHF/UHFantenna.• Cable TV - Indicates that the DVDRecorder-VCR-VCR is connected to CableTV.• Cable TV - Indicates that the DVDRecorder-VCR-VCR is connected to CableTV.4Auto Channel Memory will automatically seek andstore all active channels in your area.Open “MENU”With the DVD in stop mode, press theMENU button. 1Select “SETUP”Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move theselection bar to “Setup” then press ENTERto select.2Select “Channel Set”Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move theselection bar to “Channel Set”, then pressENTER to select.3Run “Auto channel memory”Move the selection arrow to “Auto Channel Memory,” then press ENTER to select.• The DVD Recorder-VCR-VCR will auto-matically search for all available channelsin the selected Tuner Band. This proceduremay take a few minutes to complete.• When finished, the lowest channel foundwill be displayed. • Press ENTER button to STOP or cancle scanning. 4Channel SetThis feature allows you to manually set the DVDRecorder-VCR-VCR’s tuner band to Antenna orCable, whichever you connected to the Antenna Injack during initial setup.• Use this setting only if Auto Setup detected the incorrect tuner band, i.e. channels are comingin on the wrong channel numbers.Select Rating Level you want using ❷buttons, then press the ❿or ENTER but-ton.• For example, if you select up to Level 6,discs that contain Level 7, 8 will not play.Larger number indicates the program ismore intended to adult use only6Select Change Password using ❷ buttons,then press the ❿or ENTER button.• The ‘Enter the password.’ message will be displayed.1Enter the 4-digit password using the 0 to 9buttons on the remote.• The ‘Confirm the password.’ message willbe displayed.2 Press the RETURN or ➛button to returnto the previous menu. Press the MENUbutton to exit the menu. See Troubleshooting page if you forgetyour password.Enter your password again using the 0 to 9buttons on the remote.3NoteAbout the Change Password; Press the RETURN or ➛button to returnto the previous menu. Press the MENUbutton to exit the menu.NoteOpen “MENU”With the DVD in Stop or Play mode, pressthe MENU button.1Select “Setup”Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move theselection bar to “Setup” then press ENTERto select.2Select “Channel Set”Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move theselection bar to “Channel Set”, then pressENTER to select.3Setting Up the ParentalControl
System SetupSystem Setup - 4140 - System SetupSystem SetupChannel Add/DeleteDVD-VIDEODVD-VIDEOAdd/Delete Channel.Press Enter to move cursor and select add orDelete, then press enter.6RF Output ChannelWhen you connect DVD Recorder-VCR-VCR to TVwith RF Antenna Cable, Use this option. You canwatch throuth Ch 3 or 4.Open “MENU”With the DVD in Stop or Play mode, pressthe MENU button.1Select “Setup”Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move theselection bar to “Setup” then press ENTERto select.2Select “Channel Set”Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move theselection bar to “Channel Set,” then pressENTER to select.3DVD-VIDEOChannel Add/DeleteUse this feature if Auto Channel Search missed achannel that you would like to add and delete achannel you wish to remove.Open “MENU”With the DVD in stop mode, press theMENU button.1Select “Setup”Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “Setup” then press ENTERto select.2DVD-RW(VR)Select “Channel Set”Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move theselection bar to “Channel Set”, then pressEnter to select.3Select “Channel Add/Delete”Move the selection bar to “ChannelAdd/Delete,” then press ENTER to select.4DVD-VIDEOSelect Channel to Add/DeleteUse the CH /buttons to tune in thechannel number you wish to add or delete.Use the numeric number button to movethe channel directly. if you use the naviga-tion /button, the channel will bemoved to the next memorized channel.5

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