INSTRUCTION MANUAL DRW-500 DVD Video Recorder REMOTE CONTROLLER RB-DRW500 ® TM TM 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. We recommend that you read this manual carefully before connecting your DVD Video Recorder and operating it for the first time. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference. 1AD6P1P2047--A DRW-500, Issue Number 2 English CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions ............................................ E2 Safety Certification ............................................................. E4 Accessories ......................................................................... E4 Controls ............................................................................... E5 Remote Control ................................................................... E6 For Safe and Efficient Operation ....................................... E7 Basic Connection ................................................................ E8 Before Connection ........................................................... E8 Step 1: Connecting the Antenna Cable ........................... E8 Step 2: Connecting the Video Cable .............................. E11 Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cables ............................ E12 Step 4: Connecting the Power Cord .............................. E14 Connecting a VCR or Similar Recording Equipment to This Unit ................................................................. E15 Connecting to a Satellite Receiver or a Cable Box ....... E17 Setting the Clock ............................................................... E18 Preparations .................................................................. E18 To Set the Clock ............................................................ E18 Tuner Setting ..................................................................... E19 Setting "Channel Setup". ............................................... E19 Before Initial Setting ......................................................... E22 Common Procedure ...................................................... E22 Initial Settings .................................................................... E23 Recording Setup ............................................................ E23 Preparations ............................................................... E23 Setting "Record Mode" ............................................... E23 Setting "Auto Chapter" ............................................... E24 DVD Control .................................................................. E25 Preparations ............................................................... E25 Setting "Disc Menu" ................................................... E25 Setting "Angle Mark" .................................................. E26 Setting "Audio" ........................................................... E26 Setting "Subtitle" ........................................................ E26 Setting "Parental Control" .......................................... E27 General .......................................................................... E29 Preparations ............................................................... E29 Setting "Menu Language" .......................................... E29 Video ............................................................................. E30 Preparations ............................................................... E30 Setting "TV Display" ................................................... E30 Audio ............................................................................. E31 Preparations ............................................................... E31 Setting "Digital Out" .................................................... E31 Setting "DRC (Dynamic Range Control)" ................... E31 AV Select ....................................................................... E32 Preparations ............................................................... E32 Setting "AV1 Select" and "AV2 Select" ....................... E32 Record Status ................................................................ E33 Preparations ............................................................... E33 Setting "Record Time" ................................................ E33 Setting "Record Day" ................................................. E34 Setting "Input Source" ................................................ E35 Setting "TV" ................................................................ E35 Setting "Record Mode" ............................................... E36 Setting "Title" .............................................................. E36 Record List .................................................................... E37 Disc Information ................................................................ Recordable Discs .......................................................... Playable Discs ............................................................... Recording .......................................................................... Preparations .................................................................. Recording TV Programs ................................................ Timer Recording ............................................................ Recording from an External Equipment (VCR, etc.) ...... Disc Playback .................................................................... Preparations .................................................................. Basic Playback .............................................................. Stopping Playback ......................................................... Selecting a Top Menu .................................................... Selecting a DVD Menu .................................................. Chapter (Track) Skip ..................................................... Title or Chapter Search ................................................. Time Search .................................................................. Time Search [CD] .......................................................... Track Search [CD] ......................................................... Fast Playback ................................................................ Slow Motion Playback ................................................... Still Picture (Pause) ....................................................... Frame by Frame Advance Playback [DVD-Video] [DVD+RW] [DVD+R] .............................. Picture Zoom ................................................................. Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle (Multi-Angle) [DVD-Video] .......................................... Repeat Playback ........................................................... Designated Range Repeat Playback (A-B Repeat) ...... Selecting Subtitle Language .......................................... Selecting Audio Soundtrack Language (Multi-Language) ........................................................ Shuffle Playback [CD] ................................................... Programmed Playback [CD] .......................................... To Check the Disc Playing Time .................................... MP3 CD Operation ............................................................. Before Starting .............................................................. MP3 CD Playback ......................................................... Stopping Playback ......................................................... Pause ............................................................................ File Skip ......................................................................... Repeat Playback ........................................................... To Check the Elapsed Playing Time .............................. Picture Disc Operation ..................................................... Kodak Picture CD Playback .......................................... JPEG CD Playback ....................................................... Picture Zoom ................................................................. Editing ................................................................................ Preparations .................................................................. Play/Edit Titles ............................................................... Edit Disc ........................................................................ Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................... Maintenance ...................................................................... Specifications .................................................................... Warranty ............................................................................. E38 E38 E38 E40 E40 E41 E43 E43 E44 E44 E45 E45 E46 E46 E46 E46 E46 E47 E47 E47 E47 E47 E47 E48 E48 E48 E48 E49 E49 E50 E50 E50 E51 E51 E51 E51 E52 E52 E52 E52 E53 E53 E54 E54 E55 E55 E55 E57 E59 E61 E61 E62 Note: This handling description is printed prior to product development. When a part of the product specification must be changed to improve operability or other functions, priority is given to the product specification itself. In such instances, the instruction manual may not entirely match all the functions of the actual product. Therefore, the actual product and packaging, as well as the name and illustration, may differ from the manual. -E1- CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit. CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING: UNAUTHORIZED RECORDING OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL MAY VIOLATE APPLICABLE COPYRIGHT LAWS. THE MANUFACTURER ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR UNAUTHORIZED DUPLICATION, USE OR OTHER ACTS WHICH INFRINGE UPON THE RIGHTS OF COPYRIGHT OWNERS. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read Instructions ­ All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions ­ The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings ­ All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions ­ All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning ­ Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 6. Attachments ­ Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 7. Water and Moisture ­ Do not use this product near water ­ for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. 8. Accessories ­ Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC) 10. Ventilation ­ Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. 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. 11. Power Sources ­ This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 12. Grounding or Polarization ­ This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug ...