User manual SANYO DRW-1000 - INSTRUCTION MANUAL

INSTRUCTION MANUAL DRW-1000 English DVD VIDEO RECORDER & 4 HEAD Hi-Fi STEREO VCR GRABADORA DE DVDs Y VIDEOCASETERA ESTÉREO DE ALTA FIDELIDAD DE 4 CABEZAS Español Only cassettes marked can be used with this VCR/DVD Recorder. SANYO'S HELP-LINE Call the toll-free number below if you have any difficulties operating this product. 1-800-813-3435 (Weekdays: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Central Time) Please read this manual carefully before connecting your VCR/DVD Recorder and operating it for the first time. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference. Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus. FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made. REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15 This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is operated in a residential installation. This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the product and receiver. Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. SERIAL NUMBER: The serial number is found on the back of this unit. This number is for this unit only. You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase. Model No. Serial No. DRW-1000 CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. CAUTION: This VCR/DVD Recorder employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center. Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER'S MANUAL. AND THOSE MARKED ON THE PRODUCT. RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this product will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing. This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user. DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. 1. Read these instructions. - All these safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating and use instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow all instructions. - All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. ­ For example: near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and like. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. ­ Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from over heating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 3 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 3 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Recordable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disc-related terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 About DVD-R and DVD-RW disc. . . . . . . . . . . . 7 · What are "recording modes"? . . . . . . . . . . . 7 · Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape? . 7 · About the terms "Original" and "Playlist" . . . 7 About DVD recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 · Disc types and recording formats, modes, and settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 · Notes for recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 · Recording TV audio channels. . . . . . . . . . . 8 · Restrictions on video recording. . . . . . . . . . 8 · What is "CPRM"? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 · Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 · Handling the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 · Cleaning the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 · Remote Control Operation Range. . . . . . . . 9 · Remote Control Battery Installation . . . . . . 9 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 · Handling discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 · Storing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 · Cleaning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 About Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 · About the symbol display . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 · About the disc symbols for instructions . . . . 9 Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Function Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Remote Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 HOOKUP Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-17 Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to VCR/DVD Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Connecting to a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Connecting to Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . 16 Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to VCR/DVD Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Connecting a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Before Operating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-29 Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 · General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-20 · Tuning Band Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 · Auto Channel Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 · To Add or Erase Channels from Memory . 19 · Auto Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 · Manual Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 · TV Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 · Progressive Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 · Factory Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 · Display Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 · Disc Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 · Dolby Digital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 · DTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 · MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 · Sampling Freq. (Frequency) . . . . . . . . . . . 21 · Dynamic Range Control (DRC). . . . . . . . . 21 · Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Lock (Parental Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 · Movie Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 · Set Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 · Country Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24 · DISC Record Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 · VCR Record Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 · DV Record Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 · Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 DISC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 · Disc Initialize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 · Disc Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 · Disc Protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 · Disc Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-29 General Explanation of the On-Screen Display 27 Displaying Information on-screen . . . . . . . . . . 27 Displaying OSD While Watching TV . . . . . . . . 27 · Changing TV Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 · Changing TV Audio Channel. . . . . . . . . . . 27 List of On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-29 4 Table of Contents Operations with DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-33 Playing a DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-33 · Playback Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 · Moving to another TITLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 · Moving to another CHAPTER/TRACK . . . 30 · Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 · Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback . 31 · Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 · Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 · Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 · Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 · Time Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 · Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 · Marker Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 · Disc Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 · Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 · Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 · Changing the Audio Language . . . . . . . . . 33 · 3D Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 · Subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 · Last Condition Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Audio CD and MP3 Operations. . . . . . . . . . 34-35 Playing an Audio CD or MP3 Disc . . . . . . . . . . 34 Notes on MP3 Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 · Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 · Moving to Another Track. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 · Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 · Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 · Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 · Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Programmed Playback with Audio CD and MP3 . 36 Changing the order of the Program List. . . . . . 36 Photo Disc Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Viewing a Photo Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 · Selecting other Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 · To rotate the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 · To view Slide Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 · Notes on JPEG Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 VCR Mode Tape Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Normal Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 · Tracking Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Special Effects Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 · Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 · Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback . 38 · Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 · Counter Memory Function . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Basic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-43 Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Checkin the Recording Time . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 To Extend the Recording Time . . . . . . . . . . . 39 To Pause the Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 To record one TV program while watching another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Copying from DVD to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Copying from VCR to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Checking Timer Recording Details . . . . . . . . . 41 Canceling a Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Stopping a Timer Recording in Progress . . . . . 41 Timer Recording Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . 41 Recording from an External Input . . . . . . . 42-43 Recording from External Components . . . . . . . 42 Recording from a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . 42 Playing Recordings on Other DVD Players . . . . . 42 · Finalizing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 What is DV? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 · DV-Related Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 · Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 EDITING VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing . . . 44-50 Titles, Chapters and Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Adding Chapter, Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Changing Title or Chapter Thumbnails . . . . . . 44 Using the Original-Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Using the Original-Chapter Menu . . . . . . . . . . 45 Using the Playlist-Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Using the Playlist-Chapter Menu . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter . . 47 Making a New Playlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist 48 Combining Two Chapters Into One . . . . . . . . . 49 Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Video Mode: Original editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Using the Title List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Deleting a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 If the disc has already been finalized . . . . . . . 51 REFERENCE Language Code List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Country Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54-56 Video Head Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57-58 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 About the symbols for instructions Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the unit itself or other material damage. Indicates special operating features of this unit. Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier. 5 INTRODUCTION PLAYBACK RECORDING Overview Recordable Discs DVD-RW 5 inch/3 inch (12cm/8cm), single-sided, single layer disc Approx. max. recording time (LP mode): 240 minutes (4.7GB), 80 minutes (1.46GB) DVD-R 5 inch/3 inch (12 cm/8 cm), single-sided, single layer disc Approx. max. recording time (LP mode): 240 minutes (4.7GB), 80 minutes (1.46GB) otes · This recorder cannot record CD-R or CD-RW discs. · DVD-R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD recorder may not be played if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensation on the recorder's lens. · If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is recorded in a compatible format, there are cases in which it may not be played because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check with the software publisher for more detailed information.) Regional code of the VCR/DVD Recorder and DVDs This VCR/DVD Recorder is designed and manufactured for playback of Region 1 encoded DVD software. The region code on the labels of some DVD discs indicates which type of VCR/DVD Recorder can play those discs. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled 1 or ALL. If you try to play any other discs, the message "Incorrect region code. Can't playback" will appear on the TV screen. Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even though their playback is prohibited by area limits. 1 ALL otes on DVDs Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally set by software manufacturers. As this VCR/DVD Recorder plays DVDs according to disc content designed by the software manufacturer, some playback features of the VCR/DVD Recorder may not be available or other functions may be added. Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs. Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be played on the VCR/DVD Recorder. Playable Discs DVD (5 inch/3 inch (12cm/8cm) disc) Audio CD (5 inch/3 inch (12cm/8cm) disc) In addition, the VCR/DVD Recorder can play DVD±R/DVD±RW discs, CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, MP3 files, or JPEG files and Kodak Picture CDs. otes · Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the CD-R/RW (DVD-R/RW or DVD+R/RW) disc itself, some CD-R/RW (DVD-R/RW or DVD+R/RW) discs may not be played on the unit. · Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the labeled side or the recorded side) of a disc. · Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart-shaped or octagonal). Doing so may result in malfunctions. Disc-related terms Title (DVD only) The main film content or accompanying feature content or music album. Each title is assigned a title reference number enabling you to locate it easily. Chapter (DVD only) Sections of a picture or a musical piece that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of one or several chapters. Each chapter is assigned a chapter number to enable you to locate the chapter you want. Depending on the disc, chapters may not be labeled. Track (Audio CD only) Sections of a picture or a musical piece on an audio CD. Each track is assigned a track number, enabling you to locate the track you want. 6 Overview (Continued) How are DVD-R and DVD-RW discs different? The essential difference between DVD-R and DVD-RW is that DVD-R is a record-once medium, while DVD-RW is a re-recordable/erasable medium. You can re-record/ erase a DVD-RW disc approximately 1,000 times. Can I play my recordable discs in a regular DVD player? Generally, DVD-R discs and DVD-RW discs recorded in Video mode are playable in a regular DVD player, but they must be `finalized' first. This process fixes the contents of the disc to make them readable to other DVD players as DVD-Video discs. DVD-RW discs recorded in VR (Video Recording) mode are playable in some players. This indicates a product feature that is capable of playing DVD-RW discs recorded with Video Recording format. No. When you edit a video tape you need one video deck to play the original tape and another to record the edits. With DVD, you edit by making a `Playlist' of what to play and when to play it. On playback, the VCR/DVD Recorder plays the disc according to the Playlist. About the terms "Original" and "Playlist" Throughout this manual, you will often see the terms Original and Playlist to refer to the actual content and the edited version. · Original content: refers to what's actually recorded on the disc. · Playlist content: refers to the edited version of the disc -- how the Original content is to be played. About DVD recording otes · This recorder cannot make recordings on CD-R or CD-RW discs. · SANYO takes no responsibility for recording failure due to power cuts, defective discs, or damage to the recorder. · Fingerprints and small scratches on a disc can affect playback and/or recording performance. Please take proper care of your discs. What are "Recording modes"? There are two recording modes available using this recorder: VR mode and Video mode. When recording to a DVD-R disc, recordings are always in Video mode. DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording. VR mode recording · 3 different picture quality/recording time settings are available (SP, LP, XP) · Not playable on regular DVD players · Recordings can be extensively edited Video mode recording · 3 different picture quality/recording time settings are available (SP, LP, XP) · Playable on regular DVD players (after finalizing) · Limited editing features Many functions of this recorder are dependent on the recording mode. One or more of the symbols ( DVD-RW Video , DVD-RW VR , DVD-R , DVD-Video ) appear by each function explained in this manual so that you can see at a glance whether it's relevant for the disc loaded. You can find more information on disc formats and recording modes on the next page. ote DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording on DVD-R/RW discs that was approved by the DVD Forum in 2000. You may therefore experience problems playing recordable DVD discs in some players. Symptoms include video artifacts, audio and/or video dropouts, and playback suddenly stopping. Our company cannot take responsibility for problems encountered on other players when playing discs recorded on this recorder. Disc types and recording formats, modes, and settings This recorder can play three different kinds of DVD discs: pre-recorded DVD-Video discs, DVD-RW, and DVD-R discs. The disc format for DVD-R discs is always "Video format"--the same as pre-recorded DVDVideo discs. This means that once finalized, you can play a DVD-R in a regular DVD player. By default, the DVD-RW disc format is Video Recording format, though you can change this to Video format, if required. (Reinitializing the disc will erase the contents of the disc.) The recording mode is closely related to the disc format. If the disc format is Video Recording format, then the recording mode is VR mode. If the disc format is Video mode, then the recording mode is Video mode (except for DVD-Video, which is not recordable, and so does not have a recording mode). Within the recording modes (which are fixed for the whole disc) are the record settings. These can be changed as required for each recording, and determine the picture quality and how much space the recording will take up on the disc. 7 INTRODUCTION About DVD-R and DVD-RW disc Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape? Overview (Continued) Notes for recording · The recording times shown are not exact because the recorder uses variable bit-rate video compression. This means that the exact recording time will depend on the material being recorded. · When recording a TV broadcast, if the reception is poor or the picture contains interference, the recording time may be shorter. · If you record still pictures or audio only, the recording time may be longer. · The displayed times for recording and time remaining may not always add up to exactly the length of the disc. · The recording time available may decrease if you heavily edit a disc. · If using a DVD-RW disc, make sure you change the recording format (Video mode or VR mode) before you record anything on the disc. See page 24 (Disc Initialize) for details on how to do this. · When using a DVD-R disc, you can keep recording until the disc is full, or until you finalize the disc. Before you start a recording session, check the amount of recording time left on the disc. · When using a DVD-RW disc in Video mode, recording time available will only increase if you erase the last title recorded on the disc. · The Erase Title option in the Original-Title menu only hides the title, it does not actually erase the title from the disc and increase the recording time available (except for the last recorded title on a DVD-RW disc in Video mode). Restrictions on video recording · You cannot record copy-protected video using this recorder. Copy-protected video includes DVD-Video discs and some satellite broadcasts. If copy-protected material is encountered during a recording, recording will pause or stop automatically and an error message will be displayed on-screen. · Video that is "copy-once only" can only be recorded using a DVD-RW disc in VR mode with CPRM (see below). What is "CPRM"? CPRM is a copy protection system (utilizing a scramble system) that only allows the recording of "copy-once" broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for Recordable Media. This recorder is CPRM compatible, which means that you can record copy-once broadcast programs, but you cannot then make a copy of those recordings. CPRM recordings can only be made on DVD-RW discs formatted in VR mode, and CPRM recordings can only be played on players that are specifically compatible with CPRM. Copyright · Audio and video recordings you make using this recorder are for your personal use only. You may not sell, lend, or rent them to other people. · This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Recording TV audio channels This recorder can record one or two channel audio. For TV broadcasts, this usually means mono or stereo, but some programs are broadcast with a main and a SAP (Secondary Audio Program) audio channel. If you're recording in Video mode (or in VR mode), you can record either the main audio or the SAP audio. Disc type DVD-Video DVD-RW Disc format Video format Video Recording format (default) Video format Recording mode n/a VR mode Video mode Video mode n/a n/a Functions Playback only Playback, recording, Original/Playlist editing Playback, limited recording, limited editing Playback, limited recording, limited editing Playback only Playback only DVD-R DVD+R DVD+RW Video format Video format Video format 8 Overview (Continued) Handling the unit When shipping the unit The original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packaged at the factory. When setting up the unit The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. In this case, position the unit away from the TV, VCR, or radio, or turn off the unit after removing the disc. To keep the surface clean Do not use volatile liquids, such as insecticide spray, near the unit. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long period of time. They will leave marks on the surface. Handling discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not get on the surface. Do not stick paper or tape on the disc. Storing discs After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat, or leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight, as there may be considerable heat build-up inside the car. Cleaning the unit To clean the cabinet Use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as these might damage the surface of the unit. To obtain a clear picture The VCR/DVD Recorder is a high-tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn, the picture quality will be poor. Regular inspection and maintenance are recommended after every 1,000 hours of use. (This depends on the operating environment.) For details, please contact your nearest dealer. Cleaning discs Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the center outward. Remote Control Operation Range Point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons. Distance: Approx. 23 ft (7 m) from the front of the remote sensor. Angle: Approx. 30° in each direction from the front of the remote sensor. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older vinyl records. About Symbols About the symbol display " " may appear on the TV screen during operation. This icon means the function explained in this owner's manual is not available on that specific disc. Remote Control Battery Installation Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two AAA batteries with the and ends aligned correctly. Caution Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.). SPENT OR DISCHARGED BATTERIES MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS. FOR DETAILED INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY. About the disc symbols for instructions A section whose title has one of the following symbols are applicable only to those discs represented by the symbol. DVD-RW VR DVD-RW Video DVD-R DVD-Video CD MP3 JPEG VHS DVD-RW with VR recording mode DVD-RW with Video recording mode DVD-R discs DVD-Video discs Audio CDs MP3 Discs JPEG Discs VHS Tape 9 INTRODUCTION Precautions Notes on Discs Front Panel POWER button Switches the VCR/DVD Recorder ON and OFF. DVD/VCR Toggles control between the DVD deck and the VCR deck. Cassette Compartment (VCR deck) Insert a video cassette here. Z EJECT (Z) Ejects the tape in the VCR deck. OPEN/CLOSE (Z) Opens or closes the disc tray. Disc Tray (DVD deck) Insert a disc here. Display Window Shows the current status of the VCR/DVD Recorder. Remote Sensor Points the VCR/DVD Recorder remote control here. EASY DUB Presses to copy DVD to VCR (or VCR to DVD). CHANNEL (v / V) Scans up or down through memorized channels. DV IN Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder. REC (z) Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time. STOP (x) Stops playback. PAUSE (X) Pauses playback or recording temporarily. Presses repeatedly for frame-by-frame playback. S-VIDEO (S-VIDEO IN) Connect the S-Video output of an external source (TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.). AV INPUT (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.). REW (m) DVD: Goes to beginning of the current chapter/track or to previous chapter/track. Press and hold for a fast reverse search. VCR: Rewinds the tape during the STOP mode or for fast reverse picture search. PLAY (N) Plays back a disc or tape. FF (M) DVD: Goes to NEXT chapter/track. Press and hold for two seconds for a fast forward search. VCR: Advances the tape during the STOP mode or for fast forward picture search. 10 Function Display Window INTRODUCTION CHP/TRK Indicates current chapter or track number TV The unit's functions are available and channels are selected for the TV. ST Indicates a stereo broadcast is being received. SP, SLP, LP, XP Indicates the current Recording mode. Disc type indicators Indicates the type of disc loaded. Indicates when the recorder is in timer recording mode, or a timer recording is programmed. REC The recorder is recording. PRG Programmed playback active TTL Indicates current title. A disc is inserted in the DVD deck. A VHS tape is inserted in the VCR deck. Indicates a DVD-RW disc (VR mode only) is inserted in the DVD deck. REPEAT Indicates repeat mode. Character indicators Indicates clock, total playing time, elapsed time, remaining time, title number, chapter/track number, channel, etc. SAP Indicates when a SAP BILINGUAL broadcast is being received. COPY DVD to VHS (or VHD to DVD) copy is in progress. Indicates when the VCR/DVD Recorder is Locked. Hi-Fi Indicates when the VCR/DVD Recorder is playing or recording a tape in Hi-Fi. 11 Remote Control Overview POWER Switches the VCR/DVD Recorder ON and OFF. OPEN/CLOSE (Z) - Opens and closes the disc tray. - Ejects the tape in the VCR deck. TV/VCR Views channels selected by the VCR tuner or by the TV tuner. EASY DUB Presses to copy DVD to VCR (or VCR to DVD). DVD Selects the VCR/DVD Recorder's function mode to DVD. CLEAR Removes a mark on the Marker Search menu. VCR Selects the VCR/DVD Recorder's function mode to VCR. TITLE Displays the disc's Title menu, if available. INPUT Changes the input to use for recording (Tuner, AV1, AV2 (AV INPUT), or DV IN). DISC MENU / LIST Accesses menu on a DVD disc. Switches between Original and Playlist editing in VR mode. 0-9 number buttons Selects numbered options in a menu. Selects TV's channel. SETUP Accesses or removes the Setup menu. TV TV Control Buttons (SANYO TV only) POWER: Switches TV ON and OFF. INPUT: Selects the TV's source. CH v / V: Selects TV's channel. VOL v / V: Adjusts TV's volume. MUTE: Turns on or off TV sound. DISPLAY Accesses On-Screen Display. Displays information while viewing a TV program. REC MODE Selects the recording mode: SP, LP, or XP. RETURN (O) Hides the menu. v / V / b / B (up/down/left/right) Selects an option in the menu. CH/TRK(v/V): Selects a program. Adjusts manually the tape's picture onscreen. TIMER REC Displays Timer Record menu. REC (z) Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time. ENTER ( ) Confirms menu selections. PAUSE/STILL (X) Pauses playback or recording temporarily. Presses again to exit pause mode. Presses repeatedly for frame-by-frame playback. REW / FF (m / M) - DVD: Searches backward or forward. - VCR: Rewinds the tape during STOP mode or fast reverse picture search, and Advances the tape during STOP mode or fast forward picture search. PLAY (N) Starts playback. SKIP (. / >) Goes to next chapter or track. Returns to beginning of the current chapter or track or goes to the previous chapter or track. STOP (x) Stops playback or recording. CHP ADD Inserts a chapter marker when playing/ recording a DVD-RW disc in VR mode. AUDIO Selects an audio language (DVD) or an audio channel. THUMBNAIL Selects a thumbnail picture for the current title for use in the Original-Title. SUBTITLE Selects a subtitle language. REPEAT Repeats chapter, track, title, or all. ANGLE Selects a DVD camera angle, if available. A-B Repeats sequence between two points (A and B). ZOOM Enlarges DVD video image. MARKER Marks any point during playback. SEARCH LOCK The Lock feature disables the front panel buttons to prevent children from tampering with the VCR/DVD Recorder. Simply press LOCK on the remote control to toggle this feature on and off. appears in the display window in the Lock mode. Displays Marker Search menu. LOCK Disables front panel buttons. RANDOM Plays tracks in random order. 12 Rear Panel INTRODUCTION 13 ANT. IN Connect the VHF/UHF/CATV antenna to this terminal. AV 1 IN (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder). A/V OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right)) Connect to a TV with video and audio inputs. COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT (Y/Pb/Pr) Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs. AUDIO OUT (Left/Right) Connect to a TV or other equipment with audio inputs. AC Power Cord Plug into the power source. COAXIAL (Digital audio out jack) Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment. S-VIDEO OUT Connect to an S-Video Input on TV. OPTICAL (Digital audio out jack) Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment. RF. OUT (DVD/VCR OUT) Connect to a TV with RF coaxial inputs. Caution Do not touch the inner pins of the jacks on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit. Connections ips Depending on your TV and other equipment you wish to connect, there are various ways you could connect the VCR/DVD Recorder. Use only one of the connections described below. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System, or other devices as necessary to make the best connections. For better sound reproduction, connect the recorder's AUDIO OUT jacks to the audio in jacks of your amplifier, receiver, stereo, or audio/video equipment. See "Connecting to Optional Equipment" on page 16. Caution Make sure the VCR/DVD Recorder is connected directly to the TV. Tune the TV to the correct video input channel. Do not connect the VCR/DVD Recorder's AUDIO OUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system. Do not connect your VCR/DVD Recorder via your VCR. The DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection system. Cable Service Without Cable Box If your cable wire is connected to your TV without a converter or descrambler box, unscrew the wire from your TV and attach it to the ANT. IN jack on the VCR/DVD Recorder. Use the supplied round coaxial cable to connect between the VCR/DVD Recorder's RF. OUT jack and the 75 ohm antenna input jack on the TV. With this connection, you can receive all midband, super band, and hyperband channels (all cable channels). Cable Service With Cable Box If a converter is required in your cable system, follow the instructions below: The cable hookup permits both TV and VCR/DVD Recorder operation. To view or record a CATV channel 1 Tune the TV to the correct video input channel. 2 Set the VCR/DVD Recorder channel selector to the output channel of the Cable Converter box using the CH/TRK (v / V) or number (0-9) buttons of your VCR/DVD Recorder (example: CH3). 3 Select the channel to view at the Cable Converter Box. ote If you are using a cable box to tune channels, it is not necessary to do Auto Channel Set as indicated on page 18. Cable TV Wall Jack Back Panel of Typical Cable Box Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to VCR/DVD Recorder the the rear 1 Disconnect typeantenna leads from antenna.ofIf theis TV. cable from your it 2 Identify the asofillustrated, it is a 75 ohm coaxial a round cable antenna cable. This cable will connect directly to the jack marked ANT. IN on your VCR/DVD Recorder. ip If your antenna lead wire is a flat type antenna cable, connect it to an Antenna Adapter (300-ohm to 75-ohm) (not supplied) and slip the Adapter onto the ANT. IN jack. The Adapter does not screw on to the VCR/DVD Recorder, it just slips over the jack. Antenna Antenna Cable TV Wall Jack Flat Wire (300 ohm) 300/75 ohm Adapter (Not supplied) Rear of VCR/DVD Recorder OR OR Rear of VCR/DVD Recorder 14 Connections (Continued) Connecting to a TV Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your equipment. S-Video connection 1 Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR/DVD Recorder to the S-Video in jack on the TV using the S-Video cable (S). RF coaxial connection Connect the RF. OUT jack on the VCR/DVD Recorder to the antenna in jack on the TV using the 75-ohm Coaxial Cable supplied (R). ote If you use this connection, tune the TV to the VCR/DVD Recorder's RF output channel (CH 3 or 4). How to set the VCR/DVD Recorder's RF output channel When the VCR/DVD Recorder is turned off, press and hold CHANNEL (v/V) on the front panel for about five seconds to change the RF output channel (CH 03 or CH 04). "RF 03" or "RF 04" appears in the display window. the Left and Right AUDIO L/R 2 Connect in jacks on the Recorder thethe of A/V OUT jacks on the VCR/DVD to audio left/right TV using audio cables (A). Component Video (Color Stream®) connection the Left and Right AUDIO L/R 2 Connect in jacks on the Recorder thethe of A/V OUT jacks on the VCR/DVD to audio left/right TV using audio cables (A). Progressive Scan (Color Stream® pro) connection If your television is a high-definition or "digital ready" television, you may take advantage of the VCR/DVD Recorder's progressive scan output for the highest video resolution possible. Audio/Video connection 1 Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR/DVD Recorder to the video in jack on the TV using the video cable (V). the Left and Right AUDIO jacks 2 Connect the TVRecorder toaudioaudioOUT(A). inon the VCR/DVD the left/right jacks on using the cables 1 Connect the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks on the VCR/DVD Recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using an optional Y Pb Pr cable (C). the Left and Right AUDIO L/R 2 Connect in jacks on the Recorder thethe of A/V OUT jacks on the VCR/DVD to audio left/right TV using supplied audio cables (A). otes Set Progressive Scan option to "ON" in the menu, see page 20. Progressive scan does not work with the analog video connection (yellow VIDEO OUT jack or S-VIDEO OUT jack). In the case, the interlaced scanning image is output from the yellow VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT jack. 15 HOOKUP 1 Connect the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks on the VCR/DVD Recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using a Y Pb Pr cable (C). Connections (Continued) Connecting to Optional Equipment Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll/ Pro Logic Connect the Left and Right AUDIO L/R of A/V OUT jacks on the VCR/DVD Recorder to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system using the audio cables (A). Rear of VCR/DVD Recorder Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel digital stereo (PCM) or to an Audio/ Video receiver equipped with a multi-channel decoder (Dolby DigitalTM, MPEG 2, or DTS) O A X 1 2 Connect one of the VCR/DVD Recorder's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL X) to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier. Use an optional digital (optical O or coaxial X) audio cable. You will need to activate the recorder's digital output. (See "AUDIO" on page 21). OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT L R COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT AUDIO INPUT Amplifier (Receiver) Digital Multi-channel sound A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality. For this you need a multi-channel Audio/Video receiver that supports one or more of the audio formats supported by your VCR/DVD Recorder (MPEG 2, Dolby Digital, and DTS). Check the receiver manual and the logos on the front of the receiver. Caution: Due to the DTS Licensing agreement, the digital output will be in DTS digital out when DTS audio stream is selected. otes If the audio format of the digital output does not match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all. Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via digital connection can be obtained only if your receiver is equipped with a Digital Multi-channel decoder. To see the audio format of the current DVD in the onscreen display, press AUDIO. ote This VCR/DVD Recorder does not perform internal (2 channel) decoding of a DTS sound track. To enjoy DTS multi-channel surround, you must connect this VCR/DVD Recorder to a DTS compatible receiver via one of this VCR/DVD Recorder's digital audio outputs. 16 Connections (Continued) Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to VCR/DVD Recorder Connect the AV1 IN or AV INPUT (AV2) jacks on the VCR/DVD Recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using optional audio/video cables. ote If you use the S-VIDEO in jack on the front panel, the VIDEO in jack on the front panel is not available. Connecting a Digital Camcorder Using the front panel DV IN jack, it is possible to connect a DV digital camcorder, video deck, or DVD-R/RW recorder and digitally transfer DV tapes or DVD-R/RW discs to DVD-R/RW. Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV in/out jack of your DV Digital Camcorder to the front panel DV IN jack of this VCR/DVD Recorder. ote This jack is for connection to DV equipment only. It is not compatible with digital satellite tuners or D-VHS video decks. DV Digital Camcorder DV IN/OUT OR OR Rear of VCR/DVD Recorder Front of VCR/DVD Recorder Front of VCR/DVD Recorder 17 HOOKUP Before Operating Initial Settings In this menu system, there are several ways to customize the settings provided. Most menus consist of three levels to set up the options, but some require greater depth for the variety of settings. If you press SETUP, only the first and second level of the menu system will appear on the TV screen. The third level can be displayed by pressing B. For navigating the menu levels, you will see "B" on the right side of the menu label to help you go to the next level. To bring up and exit the Menu: Press SETUP to bring up the menu. A second press of SETUP will take you back to initial screen. To go to the next level: Press B on the remote control. To go back to the previous level: Press b on the remote control. Tuning Band Auto Channel Set CH. Add/Del Clock TV Aspect Ratio Progressive Scan Factory Setting TV CATV Prev. Select Auto Channel Set This VCR/DVD Recorder is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 181 channels. These include VHF channels 2-13, UHF channels 14-69 and CATV channels 1-125. Preparation: Connect the VCR/DVD Recorder to the desired type of antenna or cable TV system, as shown in "Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to VCR/DVD Recorder" on page 14. General Operation 1 2 Use v / V to select the desired option. is highlighted, press B 3 While thetoselected itemlevel. to move the second 4 Use v / V to select the second desired option. 5 Press B to move to the third level. /V select the desired setting 6 Use vitemstorequire additional steps. then press ENTER to confirm your selection. Some Press SETUP. The Setup menu appears. 1 Press SETUP. appears. The Setup menu 2 Use v / V to select the GENERAL option. the 3 WhilemoveGENERAL option is highlighted, press B to to the second level. 4 Use v / V to select the Auto Channel Set option. 5 Press B to move to the third level. to begin the channel search. 6 Press ENTERautomatically cycle throughthem in The tuner will all available channels in the area and place The Start icon is highlighted. 7 Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu. 7 the tuner's memory. Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu. GENERAL Tuning Band Select Tuning Band Auto Channel Set CH. Add/Del Clock TV Aspect Ratio Progressive Scan Factory Setting 11% Edit 1 Press SETUP. appears. The Setup menu 2 Use v / V to select the GENERAL option. the 3 WhilemoveGENERAL option is highlighted, press B to to the second level. Use v / V to select the Tuning Band option. 4 5 Press B to move to the third level. to select 6 Use v / Vthen pressthe tuning band option (TV or CATV) ENTER. TV: If you are using a standard antenna to receive channels. CATV: If you are using basic cable to receive channels. Prev. Select ote After the Auto Channel Set proceeding is complete, make sure the Tuning Band is set appropriately (TV or CATV) on tuning band, follow steps 1~6 as shown previous (Tuning Band Select) to choose the correct Tuning Band (TV or CATV). 18 Before Operating (Continued) To Add or Erase Channels from Memory This feature allows you to add to or erase channels from memory manually. Add Ch. 2 0-9 Input Delete Return Daylight 8 Use B /toVchoose the Auto, On,Savings option. Use v to choose or Off. You can set your local Time Zone manually. When Time zone is set to Auto, the VCR/DVD Recorder will use XDS information to determine the proper setting. Use v V or number ENTER to confirm your 5 to add /orordelete then buttons to select a channel 9 Press SETUP to exit the Setupsetting, then press ENTER. press menu. The Add Delete icon is highlighted. ote 6 Press ENTER to confirm your setting. 7 Repeat steps 5-6 to add or erase additional channels. 8 Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu. Manual Clock Set 1 Follow steps 1-5 as shown previously on this page (Auto Clock Set). Auto Clock Set / V to select The VCR/DVD Recorder gives you two ways to set the 2 Use v ENTER. the Manual option then press time and date: the Auto Clock Feature or Manual Clock set. The Auto Clock Feature enables the VCR/DVD Recorder to set up the clock when the VCR/DVD Recorder is turned off. The Clock Set feature is set to Auto at the factory. In the ON setting, the VCR/DVD Recorder looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended Data Services) information. XDS updates the clock using the Coordinated Universal Time. Tuning Band Auto Channel Set CH. Add/Del Clock TV Aspect Ratio Progressive Scan Factory Setting Time Zone Daylight Savings You can turn Daylight Savings On or Off manually. When it is set to Auto, the VCR/DVD Recorder will use XDS information to determine the proper setting. If your local TV station does not send date and time information, or sends incorrect information, you can set the clock manually. Tuning Band Auto Channel Set CH. Add/Del Clock TV Aspect Ratio Progressive Scan Factory Setting Year Date Auto Manual 2003 1/ 1 Time 12 : 00 AM Select 3 Enter the necessary information for date and time. Auto Manual Auto Auto Select b / B (left/right): Moves the cursor to the previous or next column. v / V (up/down): Changes the setting at the current cursor position. ENTER to confirm your 4 Press SETUP to exit the Setupsetting, then press menu. Prev. 1 Press SETUP. appears. The Setup menu 2 Use v / V to select the GENERAL menu. the 3 WhilemoveGENERAL option is highlighted, press B to to the second level. 19 HOOKUP steps 1 FollowChannel1-3 as shown on the previous page (Auto Set). 2 Use v / V to select the CH. Add/Del option. 3 Press B to move to the third level. 7 4 Press ENTER. menu appears. The channel edit The Edit icon is highlighted. 4 Use v / V to select the Clock option. 5 Press B to move to the third level. 6 Use v / V to select the Auto option then press ENTER. Use v / V to choose your Time Zone. The Auto option is set at the factory. In the Auto option, the VCR/DVD Recorder looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended Data Services) information. XDS updates the clock using the Coordinated Universal Time. Before Operating (Continued) TV Aspect Ratio 4:3 Letter Box: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays theatrical images with masking bars above and below the picture. 4:3 Pan Scan: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays pictures cropped to fill your TV screen. Both sides of the picture are cut off. 16:9 Wide: Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected. Tuning Band Auto Channel Set CH. Add/Del Clock TV Aspect Ratio Progressive Scan Factory Setting 4:3 Letter Box 4:3 Pan Scan 16:9 Wide Tuning Band Auto Channel Set CH. Add/Del Clock TV Aspect Ratio Progressive Scan Factory Setting Prev. Select Prev. Select SET Factory Setting If you wish, you can reset the VCR/DVD Recorder to its original factory settings. Select "SET" then press ENTER. The Initialize menu will appear. Use the b B buttons to select "Yes" and press ENTER. ote Some options cannot be reset (Movie Rating, Password, Country Code). Progressive Scan Progressive Scan Video provides the highest quality pictures with less flickering. If you are using the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks, but are connecting the VCR/DVD Recorder to a standard (analog) television, set Progressive Scan to OFF. If you are using the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks for connection to a TV or monitor that is compatible with a progressive scan signal, set Progressive Scan to ON. Tuning Band Auto Channel Set CH. Add/Del Clock TV Aspect Ratio Progressive Scan Factory Setting OFF ON LANGUAGE Display Menu Select a language for the Setup menu and on-screen display. Display Menu DISC Menu DISC Audio DISC Subtitle English Prev. Select Prev. Select Disc Language Select a language for the disc's Menu, Audio, and Subtitle. Original : The original language set for the disc is selected. Other : To select another language, select the "Other" option then press ENTER. Use the number buttons to key-in the corresponding 4-digit number according to the language code list on page 52. If you enter the wrong number, press b repeatedly to delete each digit, then correct it. Display Menu DISC Menu DISC Audio DISC Subtitle Original English French Spanish Italian Japanese Chinese Other Prev. ---Select Caution Once the setting for Progressive Scan output is entered, an image will only be visible on a Progressive Scan compatible TV or monitor. If you set Progressive Scan to ON in error, you must reset the VCR/DVD Recorder. First, remove the disc in the VCR/DVD Recorder. Next, press STOP (x) and hold it for five seconds before releasing it. The video output will be restored to the standard setting, and a picture will once again be visible on a conventional analog TV or monitor. 20 Before Operating (Continued) AUDIO Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the VCR/DVD Recorder Audio Output according to the type of audio system you use. Sampling Freq. (Frequency) If your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 48 kHz. When this choice is made, this unit will automatically convert any 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them. If your receiver or amplifier is capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 96 kHz. Dolby Digital DTS MPEG DRC Vocal Sampling Freq. Dolby Digital PCM: Select when connected to a 2-channel digital stereo amplifier. The VCR/DVD Recorder's digital audio is output in PCM 2ch format when you play a DVD video disc recorded on the Dolby Digital recording system. Bitstream: Select when connected to a Dolby Digital decoder (or an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital decoder). Dolby Digital DTS MPEG Sampling Freq. DRC Vocal PCM Bitstream 96KHz Prev. Select DRC (Dynamic Range Control) The DVD format provides program soundtracks as accurately as possible, thanks to digital audio technology. However, you may wish to compress the dynamic range of the audio output (the difference between the loudest sounds and the quietest ones). This allows you to listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. Set DRC to ON for this effect. Dolby Digital DTS MPEG Sampling Freq. DRC OFF ON Vocal OFF Bitstream Prev. Select Prev. Select DTS OFF: The DTS signal will not be output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack. Bitstream: Select when connected to a DTS decoder (or an amplifier or other equipment with a DTS decoder). Dolby Digital DTS MPEG Sampling Freq. DRC Vocal Vocal Prev. Select MPEG PCM: Select when connected to a 2-channel digital stereo amplifier. The VCR/DVD Recorder's digital audio is output in PCM 2ch format when you play a DVD video disc recorded on the MPEG1, or MPEG2 recording system. Bitstream: Select when connected to an MPEG decoder (or an amplifier or other equipment with an MPEG decoder). Dolby Digital DTS MPEG Sampling Freq. DRC Vocal PCM Bitstream Set Vocal to ON only when a multi-channel karaoke DVD is playing. The karaoke channels on the disc will mix into normal stereo sound. Dolby Digital DTS MPEG Sampling Freq. DRC Vocal OFF ON Prev. Select Prev. Select 21 HOOKUP 48KHz Before Operating (Continued) LOCK (Parental Control) Movie Rating Movies on DVDs may contain scenes not suitable for children. Therefore, discs may contain Parental Control information that applies to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the disc. These scenes are rated from Level 1 to 8. Alternate, more suitable scenes are available for selection on some discs. Ratings are country-dependent. The Parental Control feature allows you to prevent your children from viewing certain discs, or to play alternate scenes for some discs. Movie Rating Password Country Code Unlock Level 8(Adult) Level 7 Level 6 Level 5 Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1(Kid Safe) Select Level 1 to 8: Some discs contain scenes not suitable for children. If you set a rating for the VCR/DVD Recorder, all disc scenes with the same rating or lower will be played. Higher rated scenes will not be played unless an alternative scene is available on the disc. The alternative must have the same rating or a lower one. If no suitable alternative is found, playback will stop. You must enter the 4-digit password or change the rating level in order to play the disc. ENTER to confirm rating 8 Presspress SETUP to exityourmenu. selection, then the Set Password Changing the 4-digit code 1-3 as 1 Follow stepsRating).shown previously on this page (Movie 2 Use v / V to select the Password option. 3 Press B to move to the third level. "Change" is 4 While want to delete,highlighted, press ENTER. If you select "Delete" then press ENTER. Prev. 1 Press SETUP. appears. The Setup menu 2 Use v / V to select the LOCK option. 5 Follow step 6 as shown previously on this page (Movie Rating). option is highlighted, press B 3 While thetoLOCKsecond level. a 4-digit to move the 6 Enterto create apassword using the number buttons personal 4-digit security password. 4 Use v / V to select the Movie Rating option. 5 Press B to move to the third level. have not entered a password yet: 6 Whenayou personal 4-digit securitynumber buttons Enter 4-digit password using the to create a password. Movie Rating Password Country Code Change New Delete Password 0-9 Input Enter the 4-digit password again to confirm. When you have already entered a password: Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons to confirm the personal 4-digit security password. ip If you enter the wrong number, press b repeatedly to delete password numbers one by one, then correct it. Prev. Select 7 Enter the 4-digit password again. 7 Select a rating from 2 to 8 using the v / V buttons. One (1) has the least playback restrictions, and eight (8) has the most playback restrictions. Unlock: If you select Unlock, Parental Control is not active. The disc will play in full. ip If you enter the wrong number, press b repeatedly to delete password numbers one by one, then correct it. If you forget your 4-digit code If you forget your password, to clear the current password, follow the procedure below. 1 Press SETUP to display the Setup menu. 2 Use the number buttons to enter the 5-digit number "21019". A message appears on the TV screen. 3 Select "yes", then press ENTER. The 4-digit password is cleared. Enter a new code as shown previously on this page (Movie Rating). ote The rating level one (1) cannot be set in this VCR/DVD Recorder . 22 Before Operating (Continued) Country Code Enter the code of the country/area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, referring to the list (see "Country Code List", page 53). Movie Rating Password Country Code U S DISC Record Mode VCR Record Mode DV Record Audio Auto Chapter VR Mode SP Video Mode SP RECORD Disc Record Mode You can set the picture quality for DVD recording: SP (Standard quality), LP (Low quality), XP (High quality). Prev. Select 1 Press SETUP. appears. The Setup menu 2 Use v / V to select the LOCK option. option is highlighted, press B 3 While thetoLOCKsecond level. to move the 4 Use v / V to select the Country Code option. 5 Press B to move to the third level. have not entered a password yet: 6 Whenayou personal 4-digit securitynumber buttons Enter 4-digit password using the to create a password. Enter the 4-digit password again. When you have already entered a password: Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons to confirm the personal 4-digit security password. ip If you enter the wrong number, press b repeatedly to delete password numbers one by one, then correct it. 1 Press SETUP. appears. The Setup menu 2 Use v / V to select the RECORD option. the is highlighted, press 3 WhilemoveRECORD optionlevel. B to to the second 4 Use v / V to select the DISC Record Mode option. 5 Press B to move to the third level. 6 Use b/B to select the VR Mode or Video Mode. v 7 Use LP,/ V to select a desired DISC Record Mode (SP, or XP). Press ENTER to confirm your selection, then 8 press SETUP to exit the menu. VCR Record Mode You can set the picture quality for VCR recording: SP (Standard Play) or SLP (Super Long Play). DISC Record Mode VCR Record Mode DV Record Audio Auto Chapter SP SLP 7 the cursor using the B button and select 8 Shiftsecond character using the v / V buttons. the confirm your 9 Press ENTER topress SETUP tocountry code selection, then exit the menu. Select the first character using the v / V buttons. Prev. Select 23 HOOKUP Before Operating (Continued) DV Record Audio Set this if you have a camcorder using 32kHz/12-bit sound connected to the front panel DV IN jack. Some digital camcorders have two stereo tracks for audio. One is recorded at the time of shooting. The other is for overdubbing after shooting. On the Audio 1 setting, the sound that was recorded while shooting is used. On the Audio 2 setting, the overdubbed sound is used. DISC Disc Initialize · If you load a blank DVD-R disc, it will always be initialized in Video mode, which allows the disc to be played in most standard DVD players. · If you load a blank DVD-RW disc, you will be prompted to initialize the disc in Video mode (for maximum compatibility) or VR mode (to enable advanced editing features). · If you load a DVD-RW that has already been used, you can change between Video mode and VR mode by erasing the disc using the DISC Initialize feature. DISC Initialize DISC Finalize DISC Name DISC Protect Start DISC Record Mode VCR Record Mode DV Record Audio Auto Chapter Audio 1 Audio 2 Prev. Select Auto Chapter When recording in Video Mode, chapter markers are put at specified intervals. You can change this interval to 3 minutes, 5 minutes, or 10 minutes. To select "Not Use", switch the automatic chapter marking off and select the No Separation setting. Prev. Select DISC Record Mode VCR Record Mode DV Record Audio Auto Chapter Not Use 3 Min 5 Min 10 Min 1 Press SETUP. appears. The Setup menu 2 Use v / V to select the DISC option. the DISC option is 3 While to the second level.highlighted, press B to move 4 Use v / V to select the DISC Initialize option. to the third 5 Press B to movehighlighted. level. The Start icon is 6 Press ENTER. menu appears. The Disc Initialize Disc Initialize Select mode. VR Mode Prev. Select ote Chapter markers' interval time may not be accurate. Video Mode 7 Use b / B to select a desired DISC Initialize Mode (VR Mode or Video Mode) then press ENTER. 8 Use b / B to select OK, and press ENTER. 9 Press ENTER. Caution If you want to change the disc format, everything recorded on the disc will be erased. It takes a few moments to initialize the disc. 24 Before Operating (Continued) DISC Finalize Finalizing fixes the recordings in place so that the disc can be played on a regular DVD player or computer equipped with a suitable DVD-ROM drive. Finalizing a Video mode disc creates a menu screen for navigating the disc. This is accessed by pressing DISC MENU/LIST or TITLE. Caution Once you have finalized a DVD-R disc, you cannot edit or record anything else on that disc. However, you can record and edit a DVD-RW disc by choosing Unfinalize. DISC Initialize DISC Finalize DISC Name DISC Protect Finalize Unfinalize DISC Protect When recording in VR mode, set to ON to prevent accidental recording, editing, or erasing of the disc loaded. If you need to unlock the disc to make edits, select OFF. DISC Initialize DISC Finalize DISC Name DISC Protect OFF ON Prev. Select Prev. Select 1 Follow steps 1-3 as shown on page 24 (DISC Initialize). 2 Use v / V to select the DISC Finalize option. move to 3 Press Bistohighlighted.the third level. Finalize 4 Press ENTER.appears. Finalize menu Finalize Do you want to finalize the disc? OK Cancel Use b / B to 5 The VCR/DVDselect OK then press ENTER.disc. Recorder starts finalizing the ote The amount of required time for finalization depends on the type of disc, the volume of recorded contents, and the number of title on the disc. A recorded disc can take up to 3-4 minutes to finalize. ip If you load a DVD-RW that has already been finalized on a different DVD Recorder, you can "un-finalize" it by choosing Unfinaliza from the DISC Finalize menu. After doing this, you can edit and re-record onto the disc. 25 HOOKUP Before Operating (Continued) Disc Name Use this to enter a name for the disc. This name appears when you load the disc and when you display disc information on-screen. · The disc name can be up to 32 characters long. · For discs formatted on a different DVD Recorder, you will see only a limited character set. DISC Initialize DISC Finalize DISC Name DISC Protect Edit Tip on Remote control buttons for entering a name N (PLAY): Inserts a space at the cursor position. X (PAUSE/STILL): Deletes the character after the cursor position. x (STOP), CLEAR: Deletes the character before the cursor position. . / >: Moves the cursor left or right. Numbers (0~9): Enters the corrresponding character of the selected column. DISC MENU/LIST, DISPLAY: Switches the keyboard type (English/Latin Capital, English/Latin Lowercase, Symbols). Prev. Select 1 Follow steps 1-3 as shown in DISC Initialize on page 24. 2 Use v / V to select the DISC Name option. to move to the third 3 Press B icon is highlighted. level. The Edit 4 Press ENTER.menu appears. The Keyboard DVD-VR Language 1 A K U 2 B L V 3 C M W 4 D N X English/Latin Capital 5 E O Y 6 F P Z 7 G Q 8 H R 9 I S 0 J T ENTER 6 Choose OKtothen press menu. to set the name and return the DISC 7 Press SETUP to exit the menu. Space Delete OK