Unpack Your DVD Recorder · · · · · · · · · R6530 DVD recorder (1) Remote control (1) 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries (2) Audio/video cable (1) RF (Antenna) cable (1) User's guide (1) Quick reference guide (1) Warranty registration card (1) DVD+RW disc (1) Insert Remote Control Batteries 1 Remove battery cover on back of remote control. 2 Insert two 1.5V AAA batteries, paying attention to the correct polarities (+/-). 3 Replace cover. In case warranty service is required, please take a moment to attach your receipt to this manual and write down your Serial Number, located on the back panel of the DVD Recorder: __________________________________. R6530 DVD Recorder © 2003. All rights reserved. Printed in China. GoVideo is a registered trademark. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. The product complies with the KODAK Picture CD format and will display KODAK Picture CDs. 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GoVideo disclaims any obligation to update the information contained herein. 2 Table of Contents 1 - Getting Started Welcome ............................................................................. 5 · Features.................................................................................. 5 · Playable Discs ....................................................................... 5 · Recordable Discs ................................................................... 5 · Region Code .......................................................................... 5 DVD Recording FAQ ..................................................... 6 Player Overview............................................................. 8 · Front Panel Controls.............................................................. 8 · Front Panel Display ............................................................... 9 · Remote Control ................................................................... 10 · Rear Panel............................................................................ 12 · Showing a Chapter ...............................................................26 · Creating a New Thumbnail ..................................................26 Editing from the Disc Menu ...................................27 · Playing a Full Title...............................................................27 · Finalizing a Disc (DVD+R only) .........................................27 · Erasing a Title (DVD+RW only) .........................................27 · Making a Disc Compatible (DVD+RW only) .....................27 Timer Recording ...........................................................28 4 - DVD Playback Basic Disc Playback ....................................................31 · Additional DVD Playback Options......................................32 · About R6530 Disc Menus....................................................32 · Disc Menu Navigation .........................................................33 CD Playback.....................................................................33 MP3 Playback .................................................................34 Photo CD Playback ......................................................35 Special Disc Features ................................................36 · Display/Go To......................................................................36 · Zoom ....................................................................................36 · Title ......................................................................................36 · Subtitle .................................................................................37 · Audio....................................................................................37 · Angle ....................................................................................37 · A-B Repeat...........................................................................38 · Repeat...................................................................................38 · Progressive Scan ..................................................................38 2 - Basic Setup Basic Connections....................................................... 13 Initial Setup.................................................................... 14 Advanced Connections............................................. 15 · S-Video Connections........................................................... 15 · Component Video/Progressive Scan Connections .............. 16 · Audio/Video Receiver Connections .................................... 17 · Cable Box Connections ....................................................... 18 · Alternative Cable Box Connections .................................... 19 · Other Audio/Video Connections ......................................... 20 3 - DVD Recording Basic Recording............................................................ 21 · Recording a TV Program..................................................... 21 · Recording from an External Device .................................... 23 Editing during DVD Playback ............................... 25 · Inserting a Chapter .............................................................. 25 · Removing a Chapter ............................................................ 25 · Hiding a Chapter.................................................................. 25 5 - Advanced Settings Setup Menu Overview ...............................................39 · Setup Menu Categories ........................................................39 · Setup Menu Navigation........................................................39 3 Language Settings...................................................... 40 · On-Screen/Menu Language................................................. 40 · Disc Menu Language........................................................... 40 · Audio Language/Format...................................................... 40 · Subtitle Language................................................................ 40 Tuner/Video Settings ............................................... 41 · Antenna/Cable ..................................................................... 41 · Channel Search.................................................................... 41 · Add/Delete Channels........................................................... 41 · TV Aspect Ratio .................................................................. 41 · Video Output ....................................................................... 41 · Output Format ..................................................................... 42 · Modulator Output ................................................................ 42 Clock/System Settings ............................................ 42 · Set Clock ............................................................................. 42 · Ratings................................................................................. 43 · Password.............................................................................. 43 · Screen Saver ........................................................................ 43 · Angle Mark.......................................................................... 43 · Factory Reset........................................................................43 Disc Media Settings ....................................................43 · Finalize DVD+R ..................................................................44 · Erase DVD+RW...................................................................44 Recording Settings......................................................44 · Recording Quality ................................................................44 · Auto Chapter ........................................................................44 6 - Help Customer Service Information ............................45 Troubleshooting ...........................................................45 Warranty ...........................................................................48 Safety ..................................................................................49 · Important Safety Instructions...............................................49 · Safety/Regulatory Information.............................................51 · Notes about Discs.................................................................53 · Recommended Media...........................................................53 Index ................................................................................55 R6530 DVD Recorder 4 Chapter 1 :: Welcome Getting Started Basic Setup Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of this R6530 DVD Recorder, an advanced DVD player and recorder in one. Features · · · · · · · · · · · · DVD Recording - Easily make DVDs from any video source with One-Touch Recording Simple Connections - Start recording your favorite VHS tapes or camcorder footage in less than 10 minutes Record TV Shows on DVD - Set up to 8 timer events, or record manually Maximum Compatibility - DVD+R/+RW Format is compatible with most DVD players 5 Quality Levels - Varying quality levels allow you to store from 1 hour to 6 hours on one DVD+R/+RW disc Automatic Menu Creation - Automatically creates a DVD disc menu as you record Editing - Hide or Re-arrange material after it has been recorded Thumbnail Images - Uses images from your recordings as menu selections on the disc Progressive Scan Output - Delivers sharp, crisp video for highest quality on your progressive scan TV Connection Flexibility - Composite, S-video and component video output-and cable-ready TV tuner Multi-angle Viewing - Zoom, frame advance, smooth scan, high-speed search and smooth slow motion Front Panel Camcorder Input - Connect your camcorder directly to make DVDs of your favorite tapes · · · · · · DVD Video DVD+R/+RW DVD-R/-RW Audio CD (CDDA) MP3 files on CD-R/CD-RW JPEG Photo CD, Kodak Picture CD · · DVD+R DVD+RW Region Code · Region 1 Help 5 Advanced Settings Playable Discs Recordable Discs DVD Playback DVD Recording :: DVD Recording FAQ Before you start using the R6530, please take a few moments to review these Frequently Asked Questions. They will help you become acquainted with the technology and the capabilities of the DVD Recorder: What can I record with my DVD recorder? Where do I purchase discs? Are they expensive? You can record programs directly from television (from your antenna, basic cable, cable box or satellite receiver) and from virtually any external audio/video source, including camcorders, VCRs, DVD players and more. This unit will not copy Macrovision encoded or other copy protected material. What kind of discs should I use? Blank DVD+R and DVD+RW discs are available at most electronics and office supply stores. Prices vary but DVD+Rs can generally be purchased in bulk for less than $1 each. What format is the DVD recording saved in? The actual video files are saved in MPEG-2 format. Can I record in "real time"? Is there a recording buffer? You can only record on DVD+R and DVD+RW discs. DVD+R/ +RW is the most compatible recordable DVD format on the market today. They are fully compatible with over 95% of existing DVD-Video players and DVD-ROM drives in computers. What is the capacity of a DVD+R and DVD+RW disc? Yes, you can record from TV or from external video sources to the DVD recorder in real time. Do I need to format a disc in order to record? 4.7GB, or the equivalent of roughly 6 CDs. You can record about one hour at the highest quality (HQ) and about six hours at the lowest quality (SLP) on a single disc. What is the difference between DVD+R and DVD+RW? If a disc needs to be formatted, the D ...