DVD+R/RW Recorder User Manual Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please save and read this manual completely. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "AC-3" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. 82-128-01011 Contents Getting Started: 3.Initial Settings: FCC and Safety Information................................. 2 3-1 Language Setup ........................................... 18 Important Safety Instructions.............................. 3 On Screen Display (OSD) Language Setting ..................... 18 Precautions .......................................................... 4 DVD MENU Language Setting ......................................... 18 AUDIO Soundtrack Language Selection [DVD] .................. 19 SUBTITLE Language Selection [DVD]............................... 19 3-2 Video Setup ...................................................20 Aspect Ratio Setting .................................................. 20 Channel Search Setting.................................................21 1.DVD: Add/Del Channels Setting............................................. 21 1-1 DVD Playback.................................................. 5 Cable/Antenna Setting................................................. 22 Basic Playback ............................................................. 5 VIDEO OUTPUT Setting................................................ 22 Stopping Playback and Returning to The Menu Screen(If a OUTPUT FORMAT Setting.............................................. 23 Menu Screen is Available on The Disc............................... 5 3-3 Audio Setup .................................................. 23 Programming DVDs......................................................... 5 Audio Output Setting................................................... 23 Stopping Playback ....................................................... 6 3-4 System Info. Setup ....................................... 24 Rapid Advance (Rapid Reverse)....................................... 6 DATE AND TIME Setting..................................................24 Skipping Ahead or Back to Chapters ............................... 6 RATINGS Setting [DVD].................................................. 24 Still Picture (PAUSE)...................................................... 6 PASSWORD Setting [DVD].............................................. 25 Frame Advance (STEP) .................................................. 6 FACTORY DEFAULT Setting ............................................ 25 Slow-Motion Playback ................................................... 6 ANGLE MARK Setting [DVD]........................................... 26 1-2 Direct Selection of Scenes ........................... 7 Selecting Scenes by Title/Chapter Number ..................... 7 Selecting Scenes by Time ............................................. 7 4.Recording Functions: 1-3 Repeat Playback ............................................. 8 4-1 Before recording ......................................... 27 Repeat Viewing ........................................................... 8 Recording Way............................................................ 27 Recording Troubleshooting........................................... 27 Repeating Sections Between Two Specific Points (A-B Repeat) ..................................................................... 8 4-2 Record Setup .............................................. 28 1-4 Convenient Functions.................................... 9 Finalize Setting ...........................................................28 Erase Setting...............................................................28 Displaying the Information of the Scene .......................... 9 Record Quality Setting ................................................ 29 Displaying the Scene With a Larger and Closer View........... 9 Auto Chapter Setting................................................... 29 Changing Audio Soundtrack Language .............................. 9 Schedule Setup Setting................................................ 30 Clearing/Changing Subtitles ........................................ 10 Viewing From Another Angle ......................................... 10 4-3 Schedule Recording ................................... 31 Using a DVD Menu ...................................................... 11 To Record From External Source ................................. 31 Using the MENU Function ............................................ 11 To Record TV Programs................................................ 32 To Mute the DVD Recorder .......................................... 11 4-4 Editing.............................................................33 Playing Kodak Picture CDs and JPEG picture CDs.............. 12 To Edit a Title While The Title is Playing.......................... 33 Progressive Scan Setting [DVD]....................................... 13 To Edit a Title While The Title is not Playing.................... 34 2.Audio CDs: 5.For Your Reference: 5-1 Troubleshooting ........................................... 35 2-1 Audio CD Playback........................................ 14 5-2 Disc Handling and Maintenance .................37 Basic Playback ...........................................................14 Playing MP3 Music Discs................................................14 5-3 Definition of Terms .......................................38 Stopping Playback ...................................................... 14 Rapid Advance (Rapid Reverse) ......................................14 Skipping Ahead or Back to Tracks .................................. 14 Pause Playback ...........................................................15 Programming Audio CD Soundtrack................................. 15 Selecting Music by Track.............................................. 15 Selecting Music by Time............................................... 16 Random Playback.........................................................16 Repeat Playback..........................................................17 To Mute the DVD Recorder............................................17 2-2 Information[Audio CDs]................................ 17 Displaying the Information of the Playing Track................ 17 1 FCC and Safety Information CAUTION: This unit employs a laser. Due to possible eye injury, only qualified service personnel should remove the cover or attempt to service this device. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Since it is usual for DVD movies to be released at different times in different regions of the world, all players have region codes and disc can have an optional region code. If you load a disc of a different region code to your player, you will see the region code notice on the screen. The disc will not play, and should be unloaded. (Possible region codes:) NOTE: This equipment 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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment 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 equipment and receiver. ­ Connect the equipment 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. There are 6 regions (also called "locals"). Each DVD player and disc will be played in one region ONLY. 1: Canada, U.S., U.S. Territories 2: Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East (including Egypt) 3: Southeast Asia, East Asia (including Hong Kong) 4: Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, Mexico, South America, Caribbean 5: Former Soviet Union, Indian Subcontinent, Africa (also North Korea, Mongolia) 6: China Never make or change connections with the power switched on. CAUTION VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM (WARNING LOCATION: INSIDE ON LASER COVERSHIELD) 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. For DVD Players with 525p, but not 625p, progressive scan output: `CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE `STANDARD DEFINITION' OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.' 2 Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a damp cloth. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. The wide blade is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way; such as when the 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. Outdoor use or wet location applications: An apparatus that does not comply with the requirements in Appendix A# (Outdoor Use and Wet Location Apparatus) shall be marked or the instruction manual packed with the word "WARNING" and the following or equivalent: "To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. A Class II APPARATUS shall be permanently marked with the words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or "Double insulated" and "When servicing use only identical replacement parts." WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. 3 Precautions Please read these precautions before operating this unit. Power cord protection To avoid any malfunctions of the unit, and to protect against electric shock, fire or personal injury, please observe the following. Hold the plug firmly when connecting or disconnecting the AC power cord. Keep the AC power cord away from heating appliances. Never put any heavy object on the AC power cord. Do not attempt to repair or reconstruct the AC power cord in any way. Placement Avoid placing the unit in areas of: direct sunlight or heating radiators, or closed automobiles high temperature (over 350C) or high humidity (over 90%) much dust as the internal parts may be seriously damaged. Non-use periods W ...