User manual PHILIPS DVDR3440H-05

HDD & DVD Player/ Recorder DVDR3440H User Manual welcome dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 1 2007-05-28 5:19:50 PM Important notes for users in the U.K. Mains plug This apparatus is fitted with an approved 13 Amp plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows: 1 Remove fuse cover and fuse. 2 Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 5 Amp, A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type. 3 Refit the fuse cover. If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place. If the mains plug contains a fuse, this should have a value of 5 Amp. If a plug without a fuse is used, the fuse at the distribution board should not be greater than 5 Amp. Note: The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible shock hazard should it be inserted into a 13 Amp socket elsewhere. How to connect a plug The wires in the mains lead are coloured with the following code: blue = neutral (N), brown = live (L). As these colours may not correspond with the colour markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: ­ Connect the blue wire to the terminal marked N or coloured black. ­ Connect the brown wire to the terminal marked L or coloured red. ­ Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal in the plug, marked E (or e) or coloured green (or green and yellow). Before replacing the plug cover, make certain that the cord grip is clamped over the sheath of the lead - not simply over the two wires. Copyright in the U.K. Recording and playback of material may require consent. See Copyright Act 1956 and The Performer's Protection Acts 1958 to 1972. Italia DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITA' Si dichiara che l'apparecchio DVDR3440H, Philips risponde alle prescrizioni dell'art. 2 comma 1 del D.M. 28 Agosto 1995 n. 548. Fatto a Eindhoven Philips Consumer Electronics Philips, Glaslaan 2 5616 JB Eindhoven, The Netherlands Norge Typeskilt finnes på apparatens underside. Observer: Nettbryteren er sekundert innkoplet. Den innebygde netdelen er derfor ikke frakoplet nettet så lenge apparatet er tilsluttet nettkontakten. For å redusere faren for brann eller elektrisk støt, skal apparatet ikke utsettes for regn eller fuktighet. For Customer Use: Read carefully the information located at the bottom or rear of your DVD Recorder and enter below the Serial No. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. DVDR3440H Serial No. _______________ 2 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 2 2007-05-28 5:19:53 PM Advarsel: Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning når sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion. Undgå utsættelse for stråling. Bemærk: Netafbryderen er sekundært indkoblet og ofbryder ikke strømmen fra nettet. Den indbyggede netdel er derfor tilsluttet til lysnettet så længe netstikket sidder i stikkontakten. ADVARSEL SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING VARNING SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN VARO! AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄLLE JA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASER SÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN VORSICHT SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN ATTENTION RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D'OUVERTURE EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU S Klass 1 laseraparat Varning! Om apparaten används på annat sätt än i denna bruksanvisning specificerats, kan användaren utsättas för osynlig laserstrålning, som överskrider gränsen för laserklass 1. Observera! Stömbrytaren är sekundärt kopplad och bryter inte strömmen från nätet. Den inbyggda nätdelen är därför ansluten till elnätet så länge stickproppen sitter i vägguttaget. SF Luokan 1 laserlaite Varoitus! Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saattaa altistaa käyttäjän turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle. Oikeus muutoksiin varataan. Laite ei saa olla alttiina tippu-ja roiskevedelle. Huom. Toiminnanvalitsin on kytketty toisiopuolelle, eikä se kytke laitetta irti sähköverkosta. Sisäänrakennettu verkko-osa on kytkettynä sähköverkkoon aina silloin, kun pistoke on pistorasiassa. Disposal of your old product Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC. Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products. Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal household waste. The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. 3 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 3 2007-05-28 5:19:53 PM English DK CAUTION VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM 4 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 4 2007-05-28 5:19:53 PM This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by US patents. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorised by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. U.S. Patent Number 4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; and 6,516,132 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DivX®, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc and are used under license. VIDEO Plus+® and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEO Plus+® system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Community. This product complies with the requirements of the following directives and guidelines: 73/23/EEC + 89/336/EEC + 93/68/EEC LASER Semiconductor laser InGaAlP (DVD) AIGaAs (CD) Wave length 658 nm (DVD) 790 nm (CD) Output Power 30 mW (DVD+RW write) 1.0 mW (DVD read) 1.0 mW (CD read) Beam divergence 84 degrees (DVD) 61 degrees (CD) Type 5 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 5 2007-05-28 5:19:53 PM Table of Contents General Care and Safety Information .......................................................................................... 8 Setup precautions.................................................................................................................................................8 Cleaning discs ........................................................................................................................................................8 HDD (Hard Disk Drive) handling care...........................................................................................................8 English Product Information ........................................................................................................ 9 Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................................9 Accessories supplied ...........................................................................................................................................9 Region codes..........................................................................................................................................................9 Copyright notice ...................................................................................................................................................9 Special Features ..................................................................................................................................................10 Product Overview Main Unit ......................................................................................................................... 11 Remote Control ............................................................................................................. 12 Using the remote control ................................................................................................................................14 Connections Step 1: Basic Recorder Connections ............................................................................ 15 Connecting the aerial cables ...........................................................................................................................15 Connecting the video cable .............................................................................................................................16 Connecting the audio cables ...........................................................................................................................17 Step 2: Optional Connections ....................................................................................... 18 Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver .....................................................................................18 Connecting to a VCR or other similar device............................................................................................19 Connecting to a VCR and Cable Box/Satellite Receiver ........................................................................ 20 Connecting a camcorder .................................................................................................................................21 Step 3: Installation and Setup ....................................................................................... 23 Finding the viewing channel .............................................................................................................................23 Setting the OSD language ................................................................................................................................23 Select the country of your residence ...........................................................................................................24 Setting your TV channel programmes ..........................................................................................................24 Setting the date & time .................................................................................................................................... 25 Watching TV Control TV programmes ............................................................................................... 26 Switching on to TV programmes ...................................................................................................................26 Pause live TV function.......................................................................................................................................26 Instant Replay function .....................................................................................................................................26 Recording Before Recording ............................................................................................................ 27 About temporary HDD storage (Time Shift Buffer) ...............................................................................27 Default Recording settings ............................................................................................................................. 28 GENERAL settings .....................................................................................................................................29 Record on Hard Disk ...................................................................................................... 30 Recording from various sources ................................................................................................................... 30 Instant recording ................................................................................................................................................32 Watch playback from another source during recording .........................................................................33 Record on Recordable DVD .......................................................................................... 34 Copying from HDD to a recordable DVD ................................................................................................. 34 Discs for recording ........................................................................................................................................... 34 Recording from various sources ....................................................................................................................35 6 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 6 2007-05-28 5:19:53 PM Table of Contents About timer recording......................................................................................................................................37 Timer recording (VIDEO Plus+® System) ..................................................................................................37 Timer recording (manually) .............................................................................................................................39 Changing/ Deleting a timer recording ......................................................................................................... 40 Playback Playback from Hard Disk ............................................................................................... 41 Playback your HDD recordings......................................................................................................................41 Playback from Disc ......................................................................................................... 42 Playable discs .......................................................................................................................................................42 Starting disc playback ........................................................................................................................................42 Additional Playback Features .......................................................................................46 Changing to another title/chapter/track ..................................................................................................... 46 Pausing playback and step play....................................................................................................................... 46 Searching forward/backward ......................................................................................................................... 46 Zooming in .......................................................................................................................................................... 46 Using INFO options...........................................................................................................................................47 Edit Recordings Edit Recordings - HDD ................................................................................................... 50 About HDD title edit menu ............................................................................................................................50 Accessing the HDD title edit menu ..............................................................................................................50 Edit Recordings - Recordable DVD .............................................................................. 53 About disc editing menu...................................................................................................................................53 Accessing disc editing menu ............................................................................................................................53 Playing your recordings (DVD±R) on other DVD players .....................................................................55 About DVD title editing ...................................................................................................................................56 Accessing DVD title edit menu ......................................................................................................................56 About video editing ...........................................................................................................................................58 Accessing video editing menu .........................................................................................................................58 Other Information Setup Menu Options....................................................................................................... 61 Accessing the Setup Menu ...............................................................................................................................61 SETUP settings.............................................................................................................................................62 DATE/ TIME settings................................................................................................................................. 64 GENERAL settings .................................................................................................................................... 65 AUDIO settings .......................................................................................................................................... 66 LANGUAGE settings ................................................................................................................................ 66 PREFERENCES settings.............................................................................................................................67 HDD settings .............................................................................................................................................. 68 Software Upgrade .......................................................................................................... 69 Installing the latest software ...........................................................................................................................69 Frequently Asked Questions......................................................................................... 70 Specifications .................................................................................................................. 71 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 72 Glossary ........................................................................................................................... 76 Display panel symbols/ messages ................................................................................. 77 TV System Guide ............................................................................................................ 78 7 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 7 2007-05-28 5:19:54 PM English Timer Recording ............................................................................................................. 37 Care and Safety Information CAUTION! High voltage! Do not open the device. You run the risk of getting an electric shock. The machine does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Please leave all maintenance work to qualified personnel. English Cleaning discs Some problems occur because the disc inside the recorder is dirty (frozen picture, sound disruptions, picture distortions). To avoid these problems, discs should be cleaned on a regular basis. To clean a disc, use a micro fibre cleaning cloth and wipe the disc from the centre to the edge in a straight line. Setup precautions Finding a suitable location ­ Place the set on a flat, hard and stable surface. Do not place the set on a carpet. ­ Do not position the set on top of other equipment that might heat it up (e.g., receiver or amplifier). ­ Do not put anything under the set (e.g., CDs, magazines). ­ Install this unit near the AC outlet and where the AC power plug can be reached easily. Space for ventilation ­ Place the apparatus in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat build up. Allow at least 10 cm (4") clearance from the rear and the top of the set and 5 cm (2") from the left and right to prevent overheating. Avoid high temperatures, moisture, water and dust ­ Apparatus must not be exposed to dripping or splashing. ­ Do not place any sources of danger on the apparatus (e.g., liquid filled objects, lighted candles). CAUTION! Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static sprays intended for discs. HDD (Hard Disk Drive) handling care The hard disk drive (HDD) has a high storage density that enables long recording duration and high speed data access. Depending on the setup environment and handling, some content may be damaged resulting in failure of playback and recording. To avoid damage to the HDD and losing important data, observe following precautions: ­ Do not move the recorder or subject it to vibration. ­ Do not remove the AC power plug from the mains socket without switching the recorder to standby mode. WARNING! The HDD is not a device for storing recorded content permanently. We recommend that you copy the important video content to a recordable DVD as backup. 8 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 8 2007-05-28 5:19:54 PM Product Information Introduction This recorder has a built-in hard disk drive (HDD) and you can record more than 130 hours of video. Note: These values are estimates only. Parts of the HDD storage capacity will be reserved for the operations of this recorder and time shifting. This recorder allows you to enjoy the flexibility to keep recordings in the HDD or copy to a recordable DVD for future playback. Furthermore, you can take advantage of features like `Instant Replay', or `Pause Live TV'; see the section "Control TV programmes". Before you can start using this recorder, you must complete the basic connections and set-up in three easy steps. Step 1: Basic recorder connections Step 2: Optional connections for other devices Step 3: Basic installation and set-up Please take time to read this user manual before using the recorder. It contains important information and notes regarding operations of the recorder. Helpful Hints: ­ If you have any questions or if problems occur during operation, see the chapter `Troubleshooting'. ­ If you need further assistance, please call the customer support service for your country. The corresponding telephone numbers and e-mail addresses are given in the guarantee booklet. ­ Refer to the type plate on the rear or bottom of the product for identification and supply ratings. English Accessories supplied ­ ­ ­ ­ Remote control and batteries SCART cable RF coaxial cable Quick Start Guide Region codes DVD films are usually not released at the same time in all regions of the world, thus all DVD players are keyed to a specific region code. This device will only play Region 2 DVDs or DVDs manufactured to be played in all regions (`ALL'). DVDs from other regions cannot be played on this recorder. ALL 2 Copyright notice The making of unauthorised copies of copy-protected material, including computer programmes, files, broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence. This equipment should not be used for such purposes. 9 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 9 2007-05-28 5:19:54 PM Product Information (continued) English Special Features `Time Shift Buffer' Once you switch on this recorder, the programme shown on the TV will be stored into the `Time Shift Buffer'. It acts as a temporary storage of your recordings. The contents will automatically be deleted after 6 hours, when you turn off this recorder or when you switch it to standby mode. To store the contents on the hard disk, you have to mark the segment in the `Time Shift Buffer' for recording to prevent them from being deleted. `Instant Replay' You can repeat the scene of a live TV programme by pressing theÑkey on the remote control, as often as you like. To return to the live TV programme, press and holdÉ. `Pause Live TV' A live TV programme is now under your control. You can pause the programme by pressing PAUSEÅkey. Resume playback at the scene it was interrupted by pressing the PLAYÉkey. To return to the live TV programme, press and holdÉ. `Direct Recording to DVD' This feature enables you to record content directly on to a recordable DVD. Press the DVD REC key on the remote control to activate direct recording to the recordable DVD. This is a simple programming system for recorders. To use it, enter the programming number associated with your television programme. You can find this number in your favourite listings magazine. Philips DVD recorders support `dual media' recording ­ the ability to create recordings on + and ­ discs (DVD+R/+RW, DVD­R /­RW). i.Link is also known as `FireWire' and `IEEE1394'. This connection is used for the transfer of high bandwidth digital signals as used by digital video (DV) camcorders. It carries both audio and video signals via a single cable. 10 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 10 2007-05-28 5:19:54 PM Main Unit a b c d e fgh ij k l a STANDBY-ON 2 ­ Switches on the recorder or switches to standby mode. Sockets behind the flap Flip down the door as indicated by the OPENÉlabel at the right hand corner. b Disc tray c OPEN CLOSE ç ­ Opens/closes the disc tray. i S-VIDEO ­ S-video input for SVHS/Hi8 camcorders or SVHS/Hi8 video recorders. In tuner mode, press SOURCE on the remote control repeatedly to select `CAM2' when using this input source. d Display panel ­ Shows information about the current status of the recorder. e IR ­ Point the remote control towards this sensor. j VIDEO ­ Video input for camcorders or video recorders. In tuner mode, press SOURCE on the remote control repeatedly to select `CAM1' when using this input source. f HDD Active indicator ­ Blue indicator lights up while temporary recording to the time shift buffer is in progress. k L/R AUDIO ­ Audio input for camcorder or the audio/ video device which is connected to the S-VIDEO or VIDEO socket. gÉ ­ Starts playback of the selected title/track. ./> ­ Skips to the previous or next chapter/ track, or hold down the key to make a reverse/forward search. l DV IN ­ Input for digital camcorders or other suitable devices using this connector. Press DV on the remote control when using this input source. ­ Stops playback/recording. h ­ Starts recording the current TV channel or the current video input source. ­ Red indicator lights up while recording to the HDD or a recordable DVD disc is in progress. 11 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 11 2007-05-28 5:19:54 PM English Remote Control c SOURCE English ­ In tuner or DVD REC mode, selects the recorder's video input source from the TV channel or external sources. ( EXT1, EXT2, CAM1, CAM2). a b c d e f g h i j k l m d DVD REC ­ Activates the `direct recording to DVD' mode. e TV/DVD ­ Switch between playback from the additional devices (connected via the EXT2 scart socket) and playback from the DVD recorder. f CH + / ­ While in tuner mode, selects the next/ previous TV channel. g TIMER ­ Enters/exits the timer recording menu. h INFO ­ Displays the Time Shift video bar. It shows the timing of the TV programmes stored in the temporary HDD storage. ­ Displays the on-screen help text. i OK ­ Stores/confirms an entry. ­ Confirms a selection. j ­ Cursor keys for moving to the left/ right or making a forward/reverse search. ­ In time shift mode, use key to jump forward 30 seconds and key to jump backward by 10 seconds. ­ Cursor keys for moving up/down. a STANDBY-ON 2 ­ Switches on the recorder or switches to standby mode. b HDD ­ Enters the HDD content menu. DVD ­ Switches to disc mode or displays the disc content menu. TUNER ­ Switches to the recorder's tuner mode (TV channel). k PAUSEÅ ­ Pauses the playback. ­ Pauses `Live TV' viewing. l Numeric keypad ­ Selects a chapter/track number to play. ­ Selects the recorder's preset TV tuner channel. m T/C ­ Displays title/chapter information. 12 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 12 2007-05-28 5:19:54 PM Remote Control (continued) n DV ­ Switches to `camera mode' for camcorder connected to DV IN socket. Recording can be made directly onto the HDD/DVD. o TV VOL +/ ­ Adjust the volume of the TV set (Philips TV only). English n o p p SETUP ­ Enters/exits the system setup menu. q .> ­ Skips to previous or next Chapter/Track. r STOP ­ Stops playback/recording. ­ Hold down the key to open and close the disc tray. s PLAYÉ ­ Plays a disc. ­ Plays a recording. t REC ­ Starts recording the current TV channel or the current video input source. u RETURN ­ Returns to the previous menu of a video CD (VCD) or some DVDs. q r s t u v w x v SHUFFLE ­ Switches to random playback of an audio CD, Video CD (VCD), picture CD or DVD disc. ­ In HDD title menu, select to sort the titles. ­ In tuner mode, selects between dual language broadcasts. w SELECT ­ Selects a track/chapter/file in the programme menu. ­ In HDD title menu, marks titles for copying to a recordable DVD. x ZOOM ­ Enlarges a picture on the TV screen. 13 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 13 2007-05-28 5:19:54 PM Remote Control (continued) Using the remote control 3 1 2 A Open the battery compartment. B Insert two batteries of type R06 or AA, following the indications (+-) inside the compartment. CAUTION! ­ Remove batteries if they are exhausted or if the remote control will not be used for a long time. ­ Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc). ­ Batteries contain chemical substances and should be disposed of properly. English C Close the cover. D Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor (IR) on the front panel. E Select the source you want to control by pressing the TUNER, HDD or DVD key on the remote control. F Select the desired function (for example ., >). 14 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 14 2007-05-28 5:19:54 PM Step 1: Basic Recorder Connections English ANTENNA EXT2 AUX - I/O VIDEO (CVBS) CABLE SATELLITE ANTENNA A S-VIDEO (Y/C) L AUDIO TV EXT1 TO TV - I/O R AUDIO / VIDEO OUT COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT B TV Connecting the aerial cables These connections enable you to watch and record TV programmes using this recorder. If the aerial signal is connected via a VCR, Cable Box or Satellite Receiver, ensure that these devices are turned on in order to watch or record the cable programmes. If you want to connect to a VCR and/or Cable Box/Satellite Receiver, see the chapter "Step 2 : Optional Connections" for the possible connections to your TV. A Connect the existing Aerial/Cable TV signal (or from the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver {RF OUT or TO TV}) to the ANTENNA socket on the recorder. B Use the supplied RF coaxial cable to connect the TV socket on the recorder to the aerial input socket (or labelled as VHF/UHF RF IN) on your TV. Helpful Hint: ­ Depending on how you have currently connected your TV (directly from an off-air aerial or Cable box or VCR), you will have to disconnect some of the cables before you make the above connection. TIPS: Before making or changing any connections, make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet. 15 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 15 2007-05-28 5:19:54 PM Step 1: Basic Recorder Connections (continued) English VIDEO (CVBS) ANTENNA EXT2 AUX - I/O S-VIDEO (Y/C) L AUDIO TV EXT1 TO TV - I/O R AUDIO / VIDEO OUT COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Option 2 OR Option 1 OR Option 3 TV Connecting the video cable This connection enables you to view the disc playback from the recorder. You only need to choose one of the options below to make your video connection. Option 1: Using a SCART cable Use the SCART cable to connect the EXT1 TO TV-I/O scart socket on the recorder to the corresponding SCART input socket on the TV. Helpful Hints: ­ If your TV set displays a selection for the SCART socket, select `VCR' as the source for the SCART socket. ­ The EXT2 AUX-I/O scart socket is intended only for additional devices. Option 2: Using an S-Video cable Use an S-video cable (not supplied) to connect the S-VIDEO (Y/C) socket on the recorder to the S-Video input socket (or labelled as Y/C or S-VHS) on the TV. Audio connection is required in order to hear the sound, see next section "Connecting the audio cables". Option 3: Using a Video (CVBS) cable Use a composite video cable (yellow not supplied) to connect the VIDEO (CVBS) socket on the recorder to the video input socket (or labelled as A/V In, Video In, Composite or Baseband) on the TV. Audio connection is required in order to hear the sound, see next section "Connecting the audio cables". TIPS: Before making or changing any connections, make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet. 16 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 16 2007-05-28 5:19:54 PM Step 1: Basic Recorder Connections (continued) English ANTENNA EXT2 AUX - I/O VIDEO (CVBS) S-VIDEO (Y/C) L AUDIO TV EXT1 TO TV - I/O R AUDIO / VIDEO OUT COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Option 2 Option 1 OR DIGITAL IN TV TV/Stereo AV amplifier/ receiver Connecting the audio cables This connection enables you to listen to the sound. However, this connection is not required if this recorder is connected to the TV using the supplied SCART cable. Option 1: Using an audio cable You can connect the recorder to a two channel stereo system (mini system, TV) or receiver in order to enjoy the stereo sound system. Use the supplied audio cable (red/white ends) to connect the AUDIO L/R OUT sockets to these devices with the same input sockets. Option 2: Using a coaxial cable You can connect the recorder to an AV amplifier/receiver in order to enjoy multichannel surround sound. Use a coaxial cable (not supplied). Connect the COAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO) socket on the recorder to the digital input of the amplifier/receiver. Before you start operating, set the digital audio output settings accordingly (see the section "PLAYBACK settings ­ Digital Audio Output"). If the AUDIO settings do not match your amplifier's capabilities, the amplifier may produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all. Helpful Hint: ­ Do not connect your TV's audio output sockets to the AUDIO L/R (IN-EXT) sockets on this recorder, this may cause unwanted noise. TIPS: Before making or changing any connections, make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet. 17 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 17 2007-05-28 5:19:55 PM Step 2: Optional Connections Back of a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver (Example only) CABLE English MAINS IN RF VIDEO R AUDIO L OUT S-VIDEO TO TV SATELLITE A ANTENNA B ANTENNA EXT2 AUX - I/O S-VIDEO (Y/C) L E VIDEO (CVBS) ~ AUDIO TV EXT1 TO TV - I/O R AUDIO / VIDEO OUT COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT C TV D Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Option 1 If your Cable Box/Satellite Receiver has only an aerial output socket (RF OUT or TO TV), see "Step 1: Basic Recorder Connections ­ Connecting the aerial cables" for the complete connections to your TV. Option 2 (as shown on the above illustration) If your Cable Box/Satellite Receiver has a SCART output socket A Keep the existing aerial connection to your Cable Box/Satellite Receiver. B Use a RF coaxial cable to connect the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver signal (or labelled as RF OUT or TO TV) to the ANTENNA socket on the recorder. C Use another RF coaxial cable to connect socket on the recorder to the the TV aerial input socket on the TV. D Use the SCART cable to connect the EXT1 TO TV-I/O scart socket on the recorder to the corresponding SCART input socket on the TV. E Use another SCART cable to connect the EXT2 AUX-I/O scart socket on the recorder to the SCART output socket (or labelled as TV OUT or TO TV) on the Cable Box/ Satellite Receiver. TIPS: Refer to the respective connected device's user manual for other possible connections. 18 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 18 2007-05-28 5:19:55 PM Step 2: Optional Connections (continued) VHF/UHF RF IN OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO L IN TV OUT TV IN VIDEO IN AUDIO L AUDIO R Back of a VCR (Example only) VHF/UHF RF OUT AUDIO R A ANTENNA SATELLITE CABLE D MAINS ~ ANTENNA EXT2 AUX - I/O VIDEO (CVBS) S-VIDEO (Y/C) L AUDIO TV EXT1 TO TV - I/O R AUDIO / VIDEO OUT COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT B TV C Connecting to a VCR or other similar device This connection enables you to record from a video tape to the HDD or a recordable DVD and allows the VCR to be used for playback if the recorder is turned off. IMPORTANT! Your new recorder can replace the VCR for all your recording needs. Just unplug all the connections to your VCR. B Use another RF coaxial cable to connect socket on the recorder to the the TV aerial input socket on the TV. C Use the SCART cable to connect the EXT1 TO TV-I/O scart socket on the recorder to the corresponding SCART input socket on the TV. D Use another SCART cable to connect the EXT2 AUX-I/O scart socket on the recorder to the SCART output socket (or labelled as TV OUT or TO TV) on the VCR. Helpful Hints: ­ Most commercial video cassettes and DVDs are copy-protected and therefore cannot be recorded. ­ Connect the recorder directly to the TV. If there is a VCR or an additional device in between, the picture quality may be poor because of the copy protection system built into the recorder. A Connect the existing Aerial/Satellite/ Cable TV signal (or from the Cable Box/ Satellite Receiver, labelled as RF OUT or TO TV) to the ANTENNA socket on the recorder. TIPS: Refer to the respective connected device's user manual for other possible connections. 19 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 19 2007-05-28 5:19:55 PM English Step 2: Optional Connections (continued) English Satellite Receiver/ Cable Box CABLE F VCR A SATELLITE ANTENNA B E MAINS ~ ANTENNA EXT2 AUX - I/O VIDEO (CVBS) S-VIDEO (Y/C) L AUDIO TV EXT1 TO TV - I/O R AUDIO / VIDEO OUT COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT C D TV Connecting to a VCR and Cable Box/Satellite Receiver A Keep the existing aerial connection from the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver to your TV. D Use the SCART cable to connect the EXT1 TO TV-I/O scart socket on the recorder to the corresponding SCART input socket on the TV. E Use another SCART cable to connect the EXT2 AUX-I/O scart socket on the recorder to the Scart output socket (or labelled as TV OUT or TO TV) on the VCR. B Use the supplied RF coaxial cable to connect the aerial output (RF OUT) socket on the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver to the ANTENNA socket on the recorder. F Use another scart cable to connect the scart input socket (or labelled as TV IN or TO DECODER) on the VCR to the scart output socket (or labelled as TV OUT or TO VCR) on the Cable Box/ Satellite Receiver. C Use another RF coaxial cable to connect the TV socket on the recorder to the aerial input socket on the TV. TIPS: Refer to the respective connected device's user manual for other possible connections. 20 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 20 2007-05-28 5:19:55 PM Step 2: Optional Connections (continued) DV OUT Connecting a camcorder You can use the front sockets to copy camcorder recordings. These sockets are located behind the flap on the right hand side and provides convenient connections for a camcorder. Option 1: Using the DV IN socket Use this connection if you have a Digital Video or Digital 8 camcorder. The DV socket conforms to the i.LINK standard. It provides the best picture quality. Use an i.LINK 4-pin cable (not supplied) to connect the DV IN socket on the recorder to the appropriate DV OUT socket on the camcorder. Before you start operating, press DV on the remote to select `DV' as the input channel. See the chapter "Recording" for details. Helpful Hints: ­ The DV IN socket does not support a connection to a Personal Computer. ­ It is not possible to record from the recorder to your camcorder via the DV IN socket on your recorder. TIPS: Refer to the respective connected device's user manual for other possible connections. 21 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 21 2007-05-28 5:19:55 PM English Step 2: Optional Connections (continued) English Option 2: Using the S-VIDEO In or VIDEO In socket Use the S-VIDEO connection if you have a Hi8 or S-VHS(C) camcorder. It provides good picture quality. Alternatively, you can use the VIDEO connection if your camcorder has only a single video output (Composite Video, CVBS). L A OR R B A Connect the VIDEO (CAM1) or S-VIDEO (CAM2) socket on the front panel of the recorder to the corresponding S-VHS or Video output socket on the camcorder. B Use an audio cable (red/white ends) to connect the AUDIO L/R sockets on the front panel of the recorder to the audio output sockets on the camcorder. Before you start operating, press SOURCE on the remote control repeatedly to select `CAM1' or `CAM2' as the input channel, depending on your connections. See the chapter "Recording" for details. TIPS: Refer to the respective connected device's user manual for other possible connections. 22 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 22 2007-05-28 5:19:55 PM Step 3: Installation and Setup Before you start... When you complete the connections and switch on the recorder for the first time, it is advisable that you make several basic settings. Please see the following pages on using the Setup Menu features to programme TV channels, menu language and system clock settings. This will improve the performance of this recorder considerably. Setting the OSD language Select the menu language for this recorder's on-screen display. The language options are different depending on your country or region. It may not correspond to the illustrations shown in the user manual. Language settings can only be changed when the recorder is not playing or recording. Finding the viewing channel A Press STANDBY-ON on the recorder to switch it on. SETUP OK B Switch on the TV and set it to the correct video-in channel. You should see the blue DVD background screen. Usually this channel is between the lowest and highest channels and may be called FRONT, A/V IN, VIDEO. See your TV's manual for more details. Or, you may go to channel 1 on your TV, then press the channel down key repeatedly until you see the Video In channel. Alternatively, the TV remote control may have a key or switch that chooses different video modes. A Press SETUP. The setup menu appears on the TV. B Use keys to highlight { SETUP MENU - SETUP } and press to access the menu. SETUP MENU - SETUP Menu Language Country Selection TV Shape Auto Program Manual Program Sort English Austria 4:3 LB Search Edit OK C Use keys to highlight { Menu Language } and press to access the menu. keys to highlight the desired language and press OK to confirm. D Use TIPS: Press to access the options of an item in the menu. Press SETUP to exit the menu. 23 dvdr3440h_05_eng_24282.indd 23 2007-05-28 5:19:55 PM English Step 3: Installation and Setup (continued) English Select the country of your residence Select the country of your area for auto channel tuning. Setting your TV channel programmes Before the recorder starts recording any TV channel programmes, you need to search for the available TV channels and store them in this recorder. Before you start ... Make sure you have successfully made all the required connections to the recorder, the TV and Satellite Receiver/ Cable Box (if any) and turned them on. Tuner settings can only be changed when the recorder is not playing or recording. SETUP OK A Press SETUP on the remote control. A Press SETUP on the remote control. The setup menu appears on the TV. The setup menu appears on the TV. B Use B Use keys to highlight { SETUP MENU - SETUP } and press . SETUP MENU - SETUP Menu Language Country Selection TV Shape Auto Program Manual Program Sort English Austria 4:3 LB Search Edit OK keys to highlight { SETUP MENU - SETUP } and press . SETUP MENU - SETUP Menu Language Country Selection TV Shape Auto Program Manual Program Sort English Austria 4:3 LB Search Edit OK C Select { Country Selection } and press to access the menu. D Use keys to select the country of your residence and press OK to confirm.