User manual PHILIPS DVDR520H-75

TABLE OF CONTENTS TIMER RECORDING 1 2 3 4 Setting the timer ........................................................... 26 Timer Record using the G-Code® system ................... 27 GETTING STARTED Accessories ...................................................................... Important safety instructions ......................................... Warnings, cautions and others ...................................... Disc information .............................................................. FLEX TIME Pausing Live TV Broadcast .......................................... 29 Record and Play ........................................................... 29 CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS Remote control ............................................................... Front panel connections ................................................ Display window .............................................................. Rear panel connections ................................................. 5 6 6 7 PLAYBACK Basic playback ............................................................. POWER, OPEN/CLOSE, PLAY, F.F., REW. ......... NEXT, PREVIOUS .................................................. PAUSE/STEP, STOP, DISPLAY ............................. DISC MENU, PLAYLIST .......................................... Navigation operation ................................................... REPEAT, ZOOM ..................................................... SLOW, SEARCH .................................................... A-B REPEAT,SUBTITLE ......................................... AUDIO, ANGLE ...................................................... INFORMATION ....................................................... Playback video titles ................................................... Playback music files .................................................... Playback picture files .................................................. Audio CD playback ...................................................... Playback pictures with music ..................................... 30 30 30 30 30 31 31 31 31 31 31 32 33 33 34 34 CONNECTIONS Connecting the antenna cable and television ............. 8 For better video quality.................................................. 9 S-Video out .............................................................. 9 Component out ......................................................... 9 For better audio quality ............................................... 10 Connection to a stereo audio amplifier or receiver ... 10 Connection to a digital audio device ........................ 10 Digital out optical .................................................... 10 Digital out coaxial ................................................... 10 Connecting satellite receiver or cable box ............... 11 SYSTEM MENU System menu ................................................................ 12 COPY Copy from DVD to HDD ................................................ 35 Copy from HDD to DVD ................................................ 35 TV CHANNEL SETUP TV channel search ........................................................ Fine-tuning TV channels manually ............................. Editing TV channels manually ..................................... Channel Editor .............................................................. 13 13 13 14 EDIT Browser menu .............................................................. Naming a title .............................................................. Protecting a title .......................................................... Overwriting a title ........................................................ Splitting a title ............................................................. Merging titles ............................................................... Erasing a title ............................................................... Setting a title thumbnail ............................................. Chapter marks relevant setting .................................. 36 36 36 36 37 37 37 37 37 SETTING UP G-Code® SYSTEM Setting up G-Code® System ........................................ 15 GUIDE Playback ........................................................................ Record ........................................................................... Timer record ................................................................. Copy ............................................................................... 16 17 18 20 DISK TOOLS Erase .............................................................................. Finalize .......................................................................... Cleanup Disk ................................................................. Defragment .................................................................... 40 40 41 41 RECORDING Before recording ........................................................... Recording television programs ................................... Adding new recordings ................................................ Changing chapter intervals .......................................... Playing back the last recorded session ...................... Recording from a VCR or Camcorder ......................... One touch record .......................................................... DV recording ................................................................. DV control ...................................................................... 21 21 22 22 22 23 24 24 26 GUI OPERATION GLOSSARY SPECIFICATIONS Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. £ 1xRemote control £ 2x Batteries £ 1x A/V cable £ 1x AC Power Cord IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Read instructions. Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating the product. Retain instructions. Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference. Heed warnings. Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions. Follow instructions. Follow all operating and use instructions. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. 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. CART - 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. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet provide ventilation, ensure reliable operation of the product, and protect it from overheating. Do not block or cover these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place this product 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. 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. LOCATION - The appliance should be installed in a stable location. NONUSE PERIODS - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. Grounding or Polarization · If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. · If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. Lightning - For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric lights or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, take extreme care to keep it from touching power lines or circuits. Contact with them might be fatal. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles. This can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Objects and Liquids - Do not push objects of any kind into this product through openings. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts, resulting in a fire or electric shock. Liquids of any kind should not be used on or around this product. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: · When the power supply cord or plug is damaged, · If liquid has spilled or objects have fallen into the product, · If the product has been exposed to rain or water, · If the product does not function properly after following the operating instructions, contact Customer Service for technical support. · If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, · When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a need for service. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - Mount the product to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. Heat - Keep this product away from heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or amplifiers. Battery Usage - Battery leakage may result in bodily injury or damage to the unit. In order to avoid battery problems, please follow these instructions. · Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as marked on the unit. · Do not mix batteries (old/new, carbon/alkaline, etc.). · Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time. 17) 6) 7) 18) 8) 19) 20) 9) 10) 21) 22) 11) 12) 13) 23) 14) 24) 25) 26) 27) 15) 16) 2 WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND OTHERS THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY FOR U.S.A. CAUTION! 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. CAUTION! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OF THIS UNIT. THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product' enclosure that may s be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to humans. 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 appliance. CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE COVER AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 1)CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2)DANGER: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 3)CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO MOISTURE AND ENSURE THAT OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED AWAY FROM THE APPARATUS. CAUTION! · CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a CD Recorder may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensation on the player' lens. s · Unfinalized CD-R/RW discs can be played, but not all time information (playing time, etc.) will be displayed. · Check the copyright laws in your country before recording from DVD VIDEO, SVCD, Video CD, Audio CD, MP3 and JPEG discs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws. CAUTION! ­­ POWER button Disconnect the main plug to shut the power off completely. The POWER button in any position does not disconnect the main line. Power can be controlled from the remote. PRODUCTS WITH 525P PROGRESSIVE SCAN OUTPUTS NOTICE REQUIREMENTS "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." Legal Notices Regarding Macrovision' Property Rights s "U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907, 093; and 6,516,132." " This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. " G-CODE is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The G-CODE system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 3 DISC INFORMATION n Playable Disc types Disc Types DVD-VIDEO DVD¡ÐR/RW DVD¡ÏR/RW Video CD (VCD) Super Video CD Audio CD (SVCD) Logos Characteristics This unit can playback DVD-Video discs and the region code is printed on the rear of the unit. DVD¡ÐR, DVD¡ÐRW and DVD¡ÏR, DVD¡ÏRW, discs written in the DVD-Video format and finalized. Video with CD sound, VHS quality & MPEG-1 compression technology. CD is recorded as a Digital Signal with better audio quality, less distortion and less deterioration of audio quality over time. This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded with Audio CD or Video CD format, or with JPEG/BMP/MP3 files. Close the sessions or finalize the disc after recording. CD-R/RW (JPEG/BMP/MP3) n Recordable Disc types Disc Types DVD¡ÏR/RW Logos Characteristics DVD¡ÏR disc written in the DVD¡ÏVR format. DVD¡ÏRW disc written in the DVD¡ÏVR format. Notes: The DVD-Video/DVD+RW/DVD+R/ Logos are trademarks of the respective companies. For best results, use discs with the above logos. The unit may not playback other discs correctly. Do not use irregularshaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these can damage the unit. It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVDRW, DVD+R, DVD+RW in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording. n Video System (PAL) This DVD recorder accepts PAL signal input. n Aspect Ratio Unplayable disc types The unit does not playback disc type listed below. If you try to play back these discs, excessive noise may cause damage to your speakers. 1) Unfinalized discs from other DVD recorders. 2) DVD-VR, DVD AUDIO, PHOTO CD, SACD (When placing an unplayable disc on the disc tray, the DVD recorder will display "Unknown Disc" on the display panel after attempts of trying to loading the disc fail.) 4:3 (Letter Box) Standard 4:3 Pan & Scan 16:9 (Wide-Screen) n Others n Region code of DVD-Video This unit can playback DVD-VIDEO discs compatible with the region code printed on the rear of the unit. Example of playable DVD-VIDEO disks: Audio : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded with multiple audio languages. Subtitle : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded with multiple subtitle languages. n Audio System Angle : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded Dolby Digital Linear PCM from multiple angles. DTS (Digital Theater Systems) 4 CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS The Remote Control 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) CH+, CH- buttons ( Open/Close button ( Copy button (COPY) Flex Timer button (FLEX TIME) Numeric buttons (0, 1~9) Guide button ( GUIDE) , ) Remote Control OPEN/CLOSE) Navigation button ( NAVI) Source button (SOURCE) Disc menu button (DISC MENU) 10) Cursor (pqtu), OK buttons (OK) 11) Play button ( 12) Stop button ( 13) Skip buttons ( PLAY) STOP) PREVIOUS/ NEXT ) 14) Record button (RECORD) 15) HDD/DVD button (HDD/DVD) 16) POWER ON/STANDBY button (STANDBY-ON) 17) System Menu button (SYSTEM MENU) 18) Display button (DISPLAY) 19) Browser (BROWSER) To install batteries -- Open the battery compartment and insert the batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) match the marks indicated inside the remote control. 20) G-Code button (G-Code) 21) Disk Tools button (TOOLS) 22) Playlist/Menu button (PLAYLIST / MENU) 23) Pause/Step button ( PAUSE/STEP) CAUTION! -- Remove batteries if they are exhausted or if the Remote Control will not be used for a long time Do not use old and new or different types of batteries in combination Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed properly. 24) CM SKip button (CM Skip) 25) F.F./REW. buttons( 26) Edit button (EDIT) 27) Timer button (TIMER) REW./ F.F) -- -- Remote sensor The remote has a range of approximately 3m and works best when pointed directly at the unit horizontally at angles up to 30° from the front of the unit. 5 CONTROLS (for reference only) AND DISPLAYS Front panel connections Names of parts and controls 1) POWER ON/OFF Button Turns the recorder on and off. 2) DISC TRAY Holds discs securely during recording or playback 3) DV-LINK (IEEE-1394) Jack Connects digital video camcorders to this DVD Recorder. 4) DVD Indicator Lights up when DVD is set as the target device. 5) DISPLAY Panel Operation indicators are displayed here. 6) HDD Indicator Lights up when HDD is set as the target device 7) OPEN/CLOSE Button Opens or closes the disk tray. 8) PLAY Button Plays a disk. 9) STOP Button Stops playing or recording a disk. 10) HDD/DVD Button Press to switch between HDD and DVD. 11) RECORD Button Starts recording. 12) SOURCE Button Select equipment connected to the line inputs. 13) FRONT AV (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) Jacks Connects the input of external equipment. Display window 1) Play indicator 2) DVD indicator 3) SVCD indicator 4) VCD indicator 5) CDDA indicator 6) FILE indicator 7) CD indicator 8) DVD+R indicator 9) Pause indicator 10) Record indicator 11) Timer record mode 12) Multi-information window 13) DVD+RW indicator 14) CD-R/DVD-R indicator 15) CD-RW/DVD-RW indicator 6 CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS Rear panel connections (for reference only) Names of parts 1) TUNER(TV/ANTENNA) Jacks Connects TV/ANTENNA for signal output/input. Note: Playback signals don' go through here. Make t proper connections before using this DVD Recorder. 2) LINE IN (S-VIDEO) Jack S-Video signal input. 3) AV2 Rear (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) Jacks Composite signal input. 4) COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT (Y/Pb/Pr) Jacks Component signal output. 5) LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) Jacks Composite signal output. 6) LINE OUT (S-VIDEO) Jack S-Video signal output. 7) DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) Jack Connects an amplifier or receiver having a digital input jack. 8) DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) Jack Connects an amplifier or receiver having a digital input jack. 9) AC In Terminal 7 CONNECTIONS Before making connections 1) Do not plug the AC power cord into the outlet until all other connections are made. 2) Connect VIDEO OUT of the unit directly to the video input of your TV. Connecting VIDEO OUT of the unit to a TV via a VCR may cause a viewing problem when playing back a copy-protected disk. You may also have a viewing problem when connecting the unit to an integrated TV/Video system. Connecting to the antenna outlet and the television Before using the unit, follow the steps below to connect the unit to the antenna cable and TV. Connecting to a TV with COMPOSITE jacks Use a RF cable (supplied) to connect the ANTENNA IN on the unit to the antenna outlet. Use a RF cable (same as supplied) to connect the TV OUT on the unit to the RF input on the television. Use AUDIO/VIDEO cables (supplied) to connect the AUDIO/VIDEO output on the unit to the audio/video input on the television. Notes: 1. Do not place this unit on top of other equipment that may generate heat. Excessive heat may cause this unit to malfunction. 2. For Digital Cable and Satellite TV users please connect your decoder' output to this unit' input. s s 8 FOR BETTER VIDEO QUALITY There are two types of connections (S-Video, and Component video) that provide higher quality viewing. 1. Connecting to a TV via S-Video out Connecting to a TV with a S-Video jack Use a S-Video cable (not supplied) to connect the S-Video output on the unit to the S-Video input on the television. Notes: 1. Enter system setup to enable S-Video (refer to the section titled "Quick Setup"). 2. When using S-Video connections, please remove all other video output connections. In this configuration, the Red and White audio cable connections are required (refer to the section titled "For better Audio Quality".) 2. Connecting to a TV via COMPONENT out Connecting to a TV with component jacks Use COMPONENT cables (not supplied) to connect the COMPONENT output on the unit to the COMPONENT input on the television. Notes: 1. Enter system setup to enable COMPONENT (refer to the section titled "Quick Setup"). 2. When using COMPONENT connections, please remove all other video output connections. 3. In this configuration, the Red and White audio cable connections are required (refer to the section titled "For better Audio Quality".) 9 FOR BETTER AUDIO QUALITY There are two types of audio connections, analog and digital. Connecting to a stereo audio amplifier or receiver Use an audio cord to connect the AUDIO OUT on the unit to the audio input on a stereo amplifier or a receiver. Connecting to a digital audio device Connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital and DTS decoders to enjoy surround sound. Digital out optical Use a fiber-optic cable (not supplied) to connect the DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL (digital optical output) on the unit to the digital optical input on an stereo amplifier or a receiver. Digital out coaxial Use a coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL (coaxial digital output) on the unit to the coaxial digital input on an stereo amplifier or a receiver. 10 CONNECTING SATELLITE RECEIVER OR CABLE BOX Connecting the cable box/satellite box and television Before using the unit, follow the steps below to connect the unit to the cable box and TV. Connecting to a satellite box or a cable box with COMPOSITE jacks Use AUDIO/VIDEO cables to connect the AUDIO/VIDEO output of the unit to the AUDIO/VIDEO input on the cable box or satellite receiver. 11 SYSTEM MENU Remote Control & system menu Follow the steps below to reset personal preferences for using the DVD recorder. Confirm that all connections are secured properly. 1. Press [ STANDBY-ON] to turn on the unit. 2. Press [SYSTEM MENU] to display the system menu. 3. Press [p] [q] to select "System," "Language," "Playback," "Record," "Audio," "TV Tuner" or "EXIT" and press [t] [u] to return to the previous menu. 4. Press [p] [q] to select the item you want to change and press [u] or [OK]. select "System" icon to set: Video Output, Date and Time select "Language" icon to set: OSD select "Playback" icon to set: Aspect Ratio select "Record" icon to set: Quality ( M1, M2, M2x, M3, M4 and M6) select "Audio" icon to set: Digital Output (PCM / Bit Stream) (Reference the "GUI operation" section for detailed menu) 5. Press [OK] to confirm the setting. 6. Press [SYSTEM MENU] to exit the system menu or press [t] to return to the previous menu.ot Note: To record TV programs using the Timer Record feature, you must set the time accurately. 2. Select "System" using [p] [q] and press [OK]. 3. Select "video output" as "COMPONENT" or "PROGRESSIVE" using [p] [q] and press [OK]. (Reference the "GUI operation" section for details) 4. When all settings are correct, press [t] to return to the main menu. 5. To exit the system menu, press the [SYSTEM MENU] button. Progressive Scan mode You can change the video output mode when you press the [SYSTEM MENU] button and to select "System-->Video Output-->Progressive." Video output mode: 576i: Interlace video 576p: Progressive video You must connect the component output on the unit to a 576p compatible television. Notes: If you accidentally set "PROGRESSIVE" as the VIDEO OUTPUT when not connecting to a progressive scan-compatible TV, you may lose the video signal on your TV instantly. To get the picture back, press [u] and the numbered buttons "5," "0," "2" and "0" on the remote control and then [OK] to re-set the video output. Setting the date and time (in SYSTEM category) A power failure could result in incorrect date/time settings. The correct time needs to be reset. Setting Aspect ratio (in PLAYBACK category) Select "4:3" (regular) or "16:9" (widescreen) to suit your television. If you have a regular 4:3 television, you can also select how video title on some discs is presented. Set the date 1. Press the [SYSTEM MENU] button and the system menu will be displayed. 2. Select "System" using [p] [q] and press [OK]. 3. Select "Date" using [p] [q] and press [OK]. 4. Change the day/month/year in the highlighted field using [p] [q] or the numbered buttons (0~9) on your remote control and confirm by pressing [OK]. 5. When all settings are correct, press [t] to return to the main menu. 6. To exit the system menu, press the [SYSTEM MENU] button. 4:3 L.Box (4:3 Letter Box) Select when you connect the unit to a normal (4:3) TV. When playing back a DVD-VIDEO disc recorded in wide picture format, the picture is shown with black bars at the top and bottom. Set the time 1. Press [SYSTEM MENU] on the remote control. The system menu will appear. 2. Select "System" using [p] [q] and press [OK]. 3. Select "Time" using [p] [q] and press [OK]. 4. Change the "hour/minute/second" in the highlighted field using [p] [q] or the numbered buttons (0~9) on your remote control. 5. Change the "AM/PM" mode using [p] [q] and confirm by pressing [OK]. 6. When all settings are correct, press [t] until returning to the main level. 7. To exit the system menu, press the [SYSTEM MENU] button. Note: Check that the clock is correctly set before initiating the timer recording function. If the clock is set incorrectly, Timer Record results may not be accurate. 4:3 Pan (4:3 Pan & Scan) Select when you connect the unit to a normal (4:3) TV. When playing back a DVD-VIDEO disc recorded in wide picture format, the picture is zoomed to fill the screen vertically, and the left and right sides of the image are chopped off. Note, however, that the picture will be shown in the 4:3 L. Box (4:3 Letter Box) mode even if you select the 4:3 Pan (4:3 Pan & Scan) mode depending on the disc. 16:9 Wide (16:9 Wide Screen) Select when you connect the unit to a wide-screen (16:9) TV. Setting Audio (in AUDIO category) Digital Output PCM / Bit Stream (Enable digital audio output with PCM or encoded data) Setting video output (in SYSTEM category) 1. Press the [SYSTEM MENU] button and the system menu will be displayed. DTS Out ON / OFF 12 TV CHANNEL SETUP TV channel scanning When the "scan channel" function is activated, the TV channels are searched and stored in a specific order. If the channel assignment of your TV content provider is changed or if you are reinstalling this DVD recorder, you may need to start this procedure again.This will replace the TV channel stored with the new ones. Before scanning channel, set the "TV signal" and "country" for initiation. 9. The channel scanning starts. This process may take a few minutes. 10.When all the TV channels have been searched and stored, press [SYSTEM MENU] to exit. Note: If the available channel number in your residence area exceeds the maximum receivable channel numbers of this DVD Recorder, the scan will be discontinued. The maximum receivable channel numbers are: Antenna: 168 (chs) Cable: 104 (chs) Auto: 168 (chs) 1. Ensure the antennas are securely connected to the DVD recorder. 2. Switch on the TV set and the DVD recorder. 3. Press [SYSTEM MENU] to display the system menu, press [p] [q] to select the "TV TUNER" icon and press [u]. 4. Press [p] [q] to select "TV signal"and press [u]. 5. Press [p] [q] to select "cable," "antenna" or "auto" depending on how you receive your terrestrial TV channels and press [OK]. Press [t] to return to the previous menu and save the setting. If you select "auto," the unit will automatically scan channels available at both cable and antenna connections, which might take longer than needed. Fine-tuning TV channels manually After you have performed the channel scanning, you may like to fine-tune the TV channel signal manually. Follow the steps below to complete fine tune. 1. Press [SYSTEM MENU] to display the "system menu," press [p] [q] to select the "TV TUNER" icon and press [u]. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "FINE TUNE" and press [u]. 3. Press [p] [q] to fine-tune the channel signal. 6. Press [p] [q] to select "Country" and press [u]. Press [p] [q] to select the country of your residence from the list and press [OK] to save the settings. Press [t] to return to the previous menu. 4. When complete, press [SYSTEM MENU] to exit the system menu. Editing TV channels manually After you have performed channel scanning, you may like to further edit the TV channels. This function allows manually adding/deleting channels, swapping channel order, inserting a channel to a specific order, renaming the channels and so on. 7. Press [p] [q] to select "Utilities" and press [u]. 8. Press [p] [q] to select "scan channel" and press [OK] to start channel scanning. If you wish to stop scanning, move to "stop scan" and press [OK]. The scanning process will be discontinued. 1. Press [SYSTEM MENU] to display the "system menu," press [p] [q] to select the "TV TUNER" icon and press [u]. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Utilities" and press [u]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select "Edit Channel" and press [u]. The Channel Editor menu will be displayed. For detailed operation instructions on the "Channel Editor" menu, refer to the "Channel Editor" section. 13 CHANNEL EDITOR To access to the Channel Editor menu, press [SYSTEM MENU], select "TV TUNER," "Utilities," "Edit channel" and press [OK]. Or, press [SOURCE] to set "TV" as the input signal source and press [EDIT]. Either way, the Channel Editor menu will be displayed. Swapping TV channels This function allows you to manually swap the TV channel order stored in the unit to match the TV channel order stored in your TV set. Moving up or moving down the TV channel 1. Press [p] [q] to select one of the TV channels and press [u]. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Move Up" or "Move Down" and press [ENTER]. The order of the TV channel will be changed. Each time you press [p] or [q] and the item changes as follows: 1. Press [p] [q] to select a TV Channel and press [u]. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Swap with" and press [OK]. 3. Press [t] [u][p] [q] to enter the "Channel number," and press [OK] to swap. The order of the channels will be swapped with the channel number entered. 4. To swap other TV channels, repeat step 1- 3 to complete the settings. 5. Press [t] [u][p] [q] to select "EXIT," press [OK] to save the setting and exit the "Channel Editor" menu. 3. To move the location of other TV channels, repeat step 1~2 to complete the settings. 4. Press [t] [u][p] [q] to select "EXIT," press [ENTER] to save the setting and exit the "Channel Editor" menu. Inserting TV channels 1. Press [p] [q] to select a TV channels and press [u]. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Insert To" and press [ENTER]. 3. Press [t] [u][p] [q] to enter the "Channel number," and press [ENTER]. The channel will be moved to the desired location. Renaming TV channels 1. Press [p] / [q] to select a TV channel and press [u]. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Rename" and press [OK]. The display for entering a title name appears. 4. To change the locations of other TV channels, repeat step 1~3 to complete the settings. 5. Press [t] [u][p] [q] to select "EXIT," press [ENTER] to save the setting and exit the "Channel Editor" menu. 3. Select the desired characters from the keypad. Press [OK] after each entry. 4. When you finish entering the title name, press [t] [u] [p] [q] to select "Finish" to press [OK]. Notes: You can only enter up to 10 characters for a name. 14 CHANNEL EDITOR Turning on or turning off TV channels manually After you have performed the channel scanning process, you may like to add or delete some of the TV channels. This function allows turning on the channel not found at channel scanning or turning off the channel found manually. Setting up G-Code® system Thanks to this programming system, you no longer need to tediously enter the date, programme number, start and end times. All the information needed by the DVD recorder for programming is contained in the G-Code® programming number. This 9-digit G-Code® programming number is found in most TV listings magazines. Before setting up, confirm that the all cables are securely connected. 1. Press [p] [q] to select a TV Channel not found at channel scanning and press [u]. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Turn on" and press [OK]. The TV channel selected will be turned on. To turn off the TV channel, move to "Turn off" and press [OK]. The TV channel selected will be turned off. Setting up the G-Code® system 1. Press the [SOURCE] button to set TV as the input signal source. 2. Press [EDIT] to display the "Channel Editor" menu. 3. Press [p] [q] to go to a channel and press [OK]. 4. Press [t] [u] [p] [q] to go to "G-Code" button and press [OK]. The menu to enter GCN is displayed. 3. To turn on other TV channels, repeat step 1~ 2 to complete the settings. 4. Press [t] [u][p] [q] to select "EXIT," press [OK] to save the setting and exit the "Channel Editor" menu. 5. Use the numbered buttons (1~9) to enter the GCN and press [OK] when done. Press [t] [u] to go back to advance/return to the previous/ next digit. 6. To set GCN for other channels, repeat steps 3~5. 7. When complete, press [p] [q] to go to "EXIT" and press [OK] to exit the channel editor menu. 15 GUIDE MENU: PLAYBACK Guide menu is a unique user interface to guide you through basic functions of this recorder. By using the Guide menu, it is less time-consuming to operate this system. Users no longer need to go through normal operations that may require far more steps and different interfaces. Playback video files 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu. 6. Press [ Press [ Press [ Press [ PAUSE] to pause playback. PLAY] to resume normal playback . STOP] to stop playback at a marked stop. STOP] twice to bring the playback to a full stop. Playback music files 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Playback" and then press [OK]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select DVD or HDD and then press [OK]. 4. Press [p] [q] to select "music" and press [OK]. The browser menu is displayed. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Playback" and then press [OK]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select DVD or HDD and then press [OK]. 5. Press [t] [u] [p] [q] to select a music file you want to play and press [OK]. If you want to go to the next page or to the return previous page, you can select the [ ][ ] icon or the page number icon. 6. Press [ Press [ Press [ 4. Press [p] [q] to select "Video" and press [OK]. The browser menu is displayed. PAUSE] to pause playback. PLAY] to resume normal playback . STOP] to stop playback. Playback picture files 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Playback," and then press [OK]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select DVD or HDD and then press [OK]. 4. Press [p] [q] to select "Pictures" and press [OK]. 5. Press [t] [u] [p] [q] to select a title (program) you want to play and press [OK]. If you want to go to the next page or return to the previous page, ][ ] icon or the page number icon. you can select the [ 5. Press [t] [u] [p] [q] to select a picture file you want to play and press [OK]. If you want to go to the next page or return to the previous page, you can select the [ ][ ] icon or the page number icon. 6. Press [ Press [ Press [ 16 PAUSE] to pause playback. PLAY] to resume normal playback . STOP] to stop playback. GUIDE MENU: PLAYBACK, RECORD Playback pictures with music 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Playback" and then press [OK]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select DVD or HDD and then press [OK]. 4. Press [p] [q] to select "Pictures with music" and press [OK]. The browser menu of picture files will be displayed. Record on the HDD 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Record" and then press [OK]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select the Signal- Input ( TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video, DV) and press [OK]. If you select "TV," press [p] [q] to select the channel you want to record and press [OK]. 5. Press [p] [q][t] [u] to select the picture file to start playback with and press [OK]. The browser menu of audio files will be displayed. 6. Press [p] [q][t] [u] to select the music file to start playback with and press [OK]. Playback will start. 7. Press [p][q] to select "Rotate RIGHT" or "Rotate LEFT" and "Rotate UP" "Rotate down." Press [t] or [u] to skip the picture. NEXT ] or [ PREVIOUS ] to skip the Press [ MP3 file. 8. Press [ Press [ Press [ PAUSE] to pause playback. PLAY] to resume normal playback . STOP] to stop playback. 4. Press [p] [q] to select "HDD" and press [OK]. Playback the last recorded title (on HDD only) 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Playback" and then press [ENTER]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select HDD and press [OK]. 4. Press [p] [q] to select "Last Record" and press [OK]. Playback of the title last recorded on your HDD will begin. 5. Press [p] [q] to select "Recording mode" and then press [OK]. If you select "TV" in step 3, press [p] [q] to select TV audio and press [OK]. 5. Press [ Press [ Press [ Press [ PAUSE] to pause playback. PLAY] to resume normal playback . STOP] to stop playback at a marked stop. 17 6. Press [OK] to start recording. Press [ STOP] to stop recording. Press [ PAUSE] to pause recording. Note: You can press the [GUIDE] button to exit the Guide menu. STOP] twice to bring the playback to a full stop. GUIDE MENU: RECORD, TIMER RECORD Record on DVD 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu. Timer Record (Date/Time Setting) 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Record" and then press [OK]. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Timer Record" and then press [OK]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select the Signal-Input (TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video, DV ) and press [OK]. If you select "TV," press [p] [q] to select the channel you want to record and press [OK]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select "Date/Time Setting" and press [OK]. 4. Press [p] [q] to select "DVD" and press [OK]. 5. Press [p] [q] to select "Recording mode" and then press [OK]. 4. Press [p] [q] to select the Signal-Input (TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video, DV) and press [OK]. If you select "TV," press [p] [q] to select the channel you want to record and press [OK]. If you select "TV" in step 3, press [p] [q] to select TV audio and press [OK]. 5. Press [p][q] to select "Once," "Daily," or "Weekly." 6. Press [OK] to start recording. Press [ STOP] to stop recording. Press [ PAUSE] to pause recording. Note: When placing an recordable DVD disc on the disc tray, the disc preparation process will take place in the background. This process only takes a few moments. 6. Press [p][q] [t] [u] or the numbered buttons (0~9) to set the date and press [OK] when done. 18 GUIDE MENU: TIMER RECORD 7. Press [p][q] [t] [u] or the numbered buttons (0~9) to set the time and press [OK] when done. If you select "TV" in step 4, press [p] [q] to select TV audio and press [OK]. 11. The "Timer Record information" will appear and press [OK] to confirm the settings. 8. Press [p][q] to set "Length" and then press [OK] . 9. Press [p][q] to select "Device" and then press [OK] . 10.Press [p] [q] to select "Recording mode" and press [OK]. 13. Press [u] and [OK] to exit the timer record settings. 14. Press [ STANDBY-ON] to turn the recorder off to activate Timer Record function. Timer Record (G-Code® Setting) 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu and press [OK]. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Timer Record" and then press [OK]. Note: For Timer Record, there are seven recording modes for recording on DVD disc: M1, M2, M2x, M3, M4, M6 and Just Fit. The "Just Fit" recording mode is only applicable when recording onto DVD disc. When the recording mode is set to be "Just Fit," the recording mode will be automatically adjusted depending on how much recording space is available on the disc. 3. Press [p] [q] to select "G-Code Setting" and press [OK]. 4. Press [p] [q] to select once, daily or weekly and press [OK]. 19 GUIDE MENU: TIMER RECORD, COPY 6. Use the numbered buttons to enter the G-Code programming number and then press [OK] . 3. Press [p] [q] to select "From HDD to DVD" and press [OK]. 7. After entering the G-Code programming number, the "GCN" and "Present channel number" will be displayed. Press [OK] to set the preset the channel. 4. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the disc tray and insert a recordable DVD disc. Press the button again to close the tray. 8. Press [p][q] to select "DVD" or "HDD" and then press [OK] . 9. Press [p] [q] to select "Recording mode" and then press [OK]. The " Just Fit" recording mode is only applicable when recording on a DVD disc. The disc preparation process will take place in the background. This process only takes a few moments. 5. Press [p] [q][t] [u] to select the file to copy and press [OK]. 6. When complete, go to "EXIT" and press [OK]. 10. Press [p] [q] to select TV audio and press [OK]. 11 . The "Timer Record information" will be displayed. Press [OK] to confirm the settings. Copy (From DVD to HDD ) 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Copy" and press [OK]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select "From DVD to HDD" and press [OK]. 11.Press [u] and [ OK] to exit the G-Code setting ® menu. 12. Press [STANDBY-ON] to turn the recorder off to activate Timer Record function. 4. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the disc tray and insert the DVD disc. Press the button again to close the tray. 5. Press [p] [q][t] [u] to select the file to copy and press [OK]. 6. When complete, go to "EXIT" and press [OK]. Copy (From HDD to DVD) 1. Press [ GUIDE] to display the Guide menu. 2. Press [p] [q] to select "Copy" and press [OK]. Note: You can only copy picture files (in JPEG or BMP formats), audio files (in MP3 format) and recorded video titles. Note: You can only copy picture files (in JPEG or BMP formats), audio files (in MP3 format) and recorded video titles. 20 RECORDING Before recording Cautions: 1. This DVD recorder records on both DVD+R/+RW discs and the built-in HDD. 2. Please use recommended recordable DVD+R/RW discs to ensure the best recording quality. 3. DVD+R is a write-once DVD disc. 4. DVD+RW is a re-writable DVD disc. 5. You cannot add new recording to DVD+R discs after the disc is finalized. 6. In some cases, you may not be able to add new recording to the recordable DVD discs that contain contents written on other DVD recorders. To stop recording STOP] , it may take a few moments for When you press [ recording to stop and the session to close. To pause recording Press [ PAUSE] to pause recording, and press [ PAUSE] again to resume recording. Recording television programs 1. Press [STANDBY-ON] to turn the unit on. 2. Press the [HDD/DVD] button to set the target device as "HDD" or "DVD." If "DVD" is selected as the target device, press [ OPEN/ CLOSE] to open the disc tray and insert a recordable DVD disc. Press the button again to close the tray. When you insert a new recordable DVD disc, the DVD recorder automatically starts the disc preparation process. To change the recording mode before recording: Press [SYSTEM MENU] button. 3. Press [SOURCE] and press [p] [q] to select "TV" as the signal-input source. 4. Press [ CH +] [ CH - ] or press [p] [q] to select the TV channel you want to record. To change the TV Audio setting before recording: Press [SETUP] button. Notes: You can also use the numbered buttons to select a channel. 4. Press [RECORD] to start recording. When recording is completed it may take a few moments for the session to close. Notes: The new setting can't change the current recording mode but will be activated during the next recording session. To check the disc status while recording Press [DISPLAY] , the recording information appears. Recording continues until you stop the recording or when the DVD disc or the HDD is full. 21 RECORDING Adding new recordings Adding new recordings after other recording sessions. Press [RECORD] to start recording, and press [ STOP] at the point you want to stop. Playback the last recorded title (on HDD only) GUIDE] to start the Press [uPLAY] or [ playback of the last recorded title . This function is only available when the desired title resides on the HDD. Using [uPLAY] 1. Press [uPLAY] and the last recorded title will start playback. Using [ 1. Press [ icon. GUIDE] GUIDE] and select the "PLAYBACK" 2. Confirm that the playback device is HDD. 3. Press [p] [q] to go to the "Last Record" icon and press [OK]. The playback will start. Note: Each new recording session is placed after the previous session unless a certain recording title is set to be overwritten. (Reference the "Overwrite" function in the "Editing" section for additional details.) Change Chapter Intervals Creating chapters while recording The DVD recorder can automatically divide a session into chapters by inserting chapter marks at 5/10/15/20/25/30-minute interval during the recording process. 1. Press [SYSTEM MENU] to display the system menu. 2. Press [p] [q] to select the "RECORD" and press [u]. 3. Press [p] [q] to select "CHAPTER MARK" to set up the interval time. 4. Press [SYSTEM MENU] to exit the system menu. Notes: 1. During recording, press [EDIT] to add chapter mark(s) in the recorded session manually. 2. You can also start recording using the "Guide Menu." Press [ GUIDE], select "RECORD" and press [OK]. Follow the steps to set the recording mode. 3. Before you start, please ensure that the DVD disc or hard disk has enough available space for the recording session. 4. You cannot change the channel or recording mode during recording. Notes: 1. If a power failure occurs, the program you are recording may be lost. 2. Before you start, please check that the DVD disc or hard disk has enough available space for the recording. 3. You can not change the recording mode during recording. 4. Before playing a DVD+R disc on another player, you first need to finalize the disc. 22 RECORDING Recording from a VCR or Camcorder Before starting to record This DVD recorder can accept standard CVBS (RCA) analog audio/video cable or IEEE-1394 cable and record Camcorder onto DVD in the digital video format of your choice. The unit functions much like a digital VCR. Examples of use include archiving videotapes or transferring from a Video Cassette Recorder or Camcorder to a recordable DVD disc or hard disk drive. This DVD recorder allows basic DV control with the DVD Recorder' remote control when connected via the DV Link. s To start recording 1. Press the [HDD/DVD] button to set the target device for the recording. 2. Press [SOURCE] to select the signal-input (TV, AV1 Front, AV2 Rear, S-Video, DV). The front panel and rear panel connection Connect a Video Cassette Recorder or Camcorder to the unit' s input terminals. 3. Start to play on the VCR or Camcorder. 4. Press [RECORD] to capture your video/audio signal from the VCR or Camcorder onto a recordable DVD disc or hard disk. 5.Press [ STOP] to stop recording. To pause recording Press [ PAUSE] to pause recording. If you want to restart PAUSE] button to resume recording. recording, press the [ 23 RECORDING One-touch recording Use "One-touch recording" to start recording immediately in 30minute blocks. Press [RECORD] twice to start a 30-minute recording session. Press [RECORD] repeatedly to record longer timed recordings, up to 6 hours in thirty-minute increments. Pressing [RECORD] when the timed recording exceeds the 6hour constraint automatically sets "one-touch recording" off. For recording on DVD discs, the length of recording depends on the current recording mode/speed and the amount of time available on the disc. For recording on the built-in HDD, the length of recording is 6 hours maximum. DV recording Before you start to record DV contents This DVD recorder allows basic DV control functions with the remote control. The DVD recorder is equipped with a camcorder control (Play, Stop, FF or REW) feature via the DV Link connection. Simply move the screen cursor to the desired function on the DV input screen and press [OK] on the remote control. 8. Press [p] [q] to select HDD or DVD and press [OK]. Use "Guide Menu" to record DV signal 1. Power on your TV and this DVD recorder. 2. Connect the DV cable (IEEE-1394 4-pin to 4-pin cable) to both the DV Camcorder and the DVDRecorder. 9. Press [p] [q] to set the recording quality, and press [OK] to confirm. 10.Press [OK] to start recording. 3. Power on the DV Camcorder. Start "Playback mode" on the DV Camcorder. 4. "Pause" the DV Camcorder at where you want to record. GUIDE] on the remote control. 5. Press [ This activates the Guide menu. 6. Press [p] [q] to select the "RECORD" icon, and press [OK] to start recording. Notes: This DVD-Recorder will stay in "Pause" mode when no DV input signal is detected. 11.To pause recording. Press [ Press [ PAUSE ] on the remote control to pause recording. PAUSE ] again, if you want to resume recording. 12.To stop recording. Press [ ] to stop recording. 7. Press [p] [q] to select "DV" and press [OK] to confirm. Note: Before playing a DVD+R disc on another player, you will first need to finalize the disc. Reference the "finalize" function in the "Disc Tools" section for additional information. 24 RECORDING DV Recording (Con' t) Before you start to record DV contents This unit allows basic DV control on-screen. The on-screen functions are accessed using the DVD recorder remote control. DV control After recording is stopped, a DV control bar will appear on the screen. This allows basic DV control utilizing this DVD recorder' remote control. s 1. Power on your TV and this DVD recorder. 2. Press the [HDD/DVD] button to set the target device for the recording. If "DVD" is set as the target device, press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the disc tray and insert a recordable DVD disc with the label side facing up. 3. Connect the DV Cable (IEEE-1394 4-pin to 4-pin cable) to both the DV Camcorder and this DVD recorder. 4. Power on the DV Camcorder. Set "Playback mode" on the DV Camcorder. 5. "Pause" the DV Camcorder at where you want to record. 6. Press [SOURCE] to change the signal-Input source and select "DV." 1. Press [t] [u] to select ( the DV Camcorder. 2. Press [t] [u] to select ( Camcorder. 3. Press [t] [u] to select ( Camcorder playing. 4. Press [t] [u] to select ( Camcorder playing. 5. Press [t] [u] to select ( Camcorder playing. ) to fast-forward ) to rewind the DV ) to stop the DV ) to start the DV ) to pause the DV 7. Resume DV Camcorder playback and press [RECORD] on the DVD Recorder to start recording. Notes: 1. The DV-Link input jack on this unit is for use with DV compatible camcorders only. 2. Only DV signals can be input to the DV-Link jack on this DVD recorder. 3. Do not connect a MICRO MV format video camcorder to this DV-Link (IEEE-1394) jack. 8. To pause recording. Press [ Press [ PAUSE ] on the remote control to pause recording. PAUSE ] again, if you want to resume recording. 9. To stop recording. Press [ ] to stop recording. 25 TIMER RECORD Prior to timer record Please ensure that the recordable DVD disc or the HDD has enough available space for the Timer Record function. Before you start to record, follow the steps to set the date, time, picture quality and channel of the program or input source manually. You can set up 16 individual sessions in the Timer Recording function. 8. Press [t] [u] [p][q] to select the "Repeat (once, daily or weekly)," and then press [OK] to bring up the list. If you select "Once," you need to set the date. Move the cursor to highlight "date" and press [OK]. Use the numbered buttons (0~9) or [p] [q] [t] [u] to enter the date. Setting the timer 1. Press [ STANDBY-ON] to turn the unit on. 2. Press [TIMER] to display the "Timer Record" menu. If you select "daily," you do not need to set the date since the Timer Record is set for each day until it is cancelled or the media is full. 3. Press [p][q] to select an item from the timer setting list and press [OK] to activate the system setup menu for the Timer Record function. If you select "weekly," a weekly calender will display on the screen for you to select the day. Press [p] [q] [t] [u] to move the cursor to highlight the desired day and press [OK] to make your selection. When completed, move the cursor to "EXIT" and press [OK] to save the desired setting. 4. Press [t] [u] [p][q] to select the "Source (Signal Source)," and then press [OK] to bring up the list. Press [p] [q] [t] [u] and [OK] to make your selection. 5. Press [t] [u] [p][q] to select the "Channel (TV Channel)," and then press [OK] to bring up the list. This step only applies when the "TV" is selected as the source. Press [p] [q] [t] [u] and [OK] to make your selection. Notes: If the mode is set as "daily" or "weekly," press [t] [u] [p] [q] to move the highlighted cursor to the "advanced" icon and press [OK]. You can choose to apply the setting "without restriction" or "with restriction." When "with restriction" is selected, enter the "START" date and "END" date to set the period of time for a valid setting. Move the highlighted cursor to "OK" and press [OK] to confirm the setting or to "CANCEL" and press [OK] for resetting. 6. Press [t] [u] [p][q] to select the "HDD/DVD," and then press [OK] to bring up the list. Press [p] [q] [t] [u] and [OK] to make your selection. If "DVD" is set as the target device, press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the disc tray and insert a recordable DVD disc. 7. Press [t] [u] [p][q] to select the "Quality (Recording Quality)," and then press [OK] to bring up the list. Press [p] [q] [t] [u] and [OK] to make your selection. 26 TIMER RECORD 9. Press [t] [u] [p][q] to select the "Start (Start Time)," and then press [OK] . Use the numbered buttons (0~9) or press [p] [q] [t] [u] to enter the start time. To check the recording status while Timer Record is active Press [DISPLAY] and the Timer Record information appears onscreen. Notes: 1. When the Timer Record function is active, the "Timer LED" on the DVD Recorder front panel will illuminate. 2. The DVD recorder must be turned off to activate the Timer Record function. 10. Press [t] [u] [p][q] to select "End (End Time)," and then press [OK]. Use the numbered buttons (0~9) or press [p] [q] [t] [u] to enter the end time. Timer Record using the G-Code® system 1. Press [ STANDBY-ON] to turn the unit on. 2. Press [TIMER] to display the "Timer Record" menu. If you enter a wrong selection Press [t] [u] to re-select the item you want to change. 11. If you select "TV" in step 4, press [t] [u] [p][q] to select "SOUND (TV AUDIO)" and then press [OK] to bring up the list. Press [p] [q] [t] [u] and [OK] to make your selection. 3. Press [p][q] to select an item from the timer setting list and press [OK] to activate the setup menu for the Timer Record function. 4. Press [t] [u] [p][q] to select the "G-Code" button and then press [OK] to bring up setup menu. Or press [ G-Code ] to bring up the G-Code menu. 12. Press [p][q] to select "OK" to save the setting for the timer record item and go back to the Timer Record list. Press [p] [q] [t] [u] to [RESET] if you want to reset the timer record item. 13. Press [p] [q] to go to another item on the list and press [OK] if you want to set up for more Timer Record programs. If not, move to the "EXIT" icon and press [OK] to exit the Timer Record List.