User manual PIONEER DVR-540H-S

DVD Recorder DVR-640H-S DVR-543H-S DVR-540H-S Register Your Product on www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) Operating Instructions Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 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. D1-4-2-3_En IMPORTANT NOTICE ­ THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR THIS EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR. PLEASE WRITE THIS SERIAL NUMBER ON YOUR ENCLOSED WARRANTY CARD AND D1-4-2-6-1_En KEEP IN A SECURE AREA. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY. Information to User Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate D8-10-2_En the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ­ ­ ­ ­ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. D8-10-1-2_En CAUTION : USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. CAUTION : THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD. D6-8-2-1_En WARNING ­ TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. D1-4-2-1_En CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections. D8-10-3a_En This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. D8-10-1-3_EF READ INSTRUCTIONS -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS -- The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS -- All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS -- All operating and use instructions should be followed. CLEANING -- The product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet. 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, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. 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 are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 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. 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 un-used 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, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, 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. See Figure A. LIGHTNING -- For added protection for 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 light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. OVERLOADING -- Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY -- Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. SERVICING -- Do not attempt to service this product yourself as 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 been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. · If the product has been exposed to rain or water. · If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. · 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 has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have 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 -- The product should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling. HEAT -- The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) NEC -- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE D1-4-2-2_En Fig. A DANGER VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. POWER-CORD CAUTION Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement. S002_En CAUTION ­ PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD. RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. ATTENTION ­ POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVVERT. D2-4-4-1_EF This product is for general household purposes. Any failure due to use for other than household purposes (such as long-term use for business purposes in a restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires repair will be charged for even during the K041_En warranty period. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER'S ATTENTION TO ARTICLE 82040 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUNDING AND, IN PARTICULAR, SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL. D1-4-2-8_En This product includes FontAvenue® fonts licenced by NEC corporation. FontAvenue is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation. WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the product will expose you to chemicals listed on proposition 65 known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defect or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling D36-P4_A_En Recording equipment and copyright: You may use this product only to reproduce or copy materials for which you own the copyright or have obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner or for which you otherwise have a legal right to reproduce or copy. Unless you own the copyright or have obtained permission from the copyright owner or otherwise have a legal right to reproduce or copy, you may be violating the law, including copyright law, and may be subject to payment of damages and other remedies. K018US_En This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics K057_En Industries Alliance : www.eiae.org. We Want You Listening For A Lifetime Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection. Decibel Level Example 30 40 50 60 70 80 Quiet library, soft whispers Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet. Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts. To establish a safe level: · Start your volume control at a low setting. · Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion. Once you have established a comfortable sound level: · Set the dial and leave it there. Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime. THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE 90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower 100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill 120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap 140 Gunshot blast, jet plane 180 Rocket launching pad Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation. S001_En CAUTION This product is a class 1 laser product, but this product contains a laser diode higher than Class 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the rear of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. The following caution label appears on your unit. Location: top of the unit CAUTION ATTENTION ADVARSEL VARNING VORSICHT PRECAUCIÓN VARO! VRW2262 - A CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN, AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM. RADIATIONS LASER VISIBLES ET INVISIBLES DE CLASSE 3B QUAND OUVERT. ÉVITEZ TOUT EXPOSITION AU FAISCEAU. KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING. UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING. KLASS 3B SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. UNDVIK ATT UTSÄTTA DIG FÖR STRÅLEN. BEI GEÖFFNETER ABDECKUNG IST SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG DER KLASSE 3B IM GERÄTEINNEREN VORHANDEN. NICHT DEM LASERSTRAHL AUSSETZEN! CUANDO SE ABRE HAY RADIACIÓN LÁSER DE CLASE 3B VISIBLE E INVISIBLE. EVITE LA EXPOSICIÓN A LOS RAYOS LÁSER. AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄLLE JA NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LUOKAN 3B LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN. D3-4-2-1-8_B_En Contents 01 Before you start What's in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Putting the batteries in the remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Using the remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Disc / content format playback compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 About the internal hard disk drive . . . . . . 14 Symbols used in this manual . . . . . . . . . 15 05 Recording About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About HDD recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recorded audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restrictions on video recording . . . . . . . Using the built-in TV tuner . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the picture quality/ recording time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Basic recording from the TV . . . . . . . . . . Setting a timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . Timer recording FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Simultaneous recording and playback (Chase Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recording from an external component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic recording from a satellite tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Playing your recordings on other DVD players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Initializing recordable DVD discs . . . . . . 33 34 34 35 36 37 37 38 46 46 47 47 49 51 02 Connecting up Rear panel connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Front panel connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Easy connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Using other types of video output . . . . . . 19 Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Connecting to an AV amplifier or receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Connecting other AV sources . . . . . . . . . 23 Connecting a USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Plugging in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 06 Playback Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Basic playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scanning discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Playing in slow motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Frame advance/frame reverse . . . . . . . . The Play Mode menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Displaying and switching subtitles . . . . . Switching DVD and DivX soundtracks . . Switching audio channels . . . . . . . . . . . Switching camera angles . . . . . . . . . . . . Displaying disc information on-screen . . 52 52 57 58 59 59 59 62 63 63 64 64 03 Controls and displays Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 04 Getting started Switching on and setting up . . . . . . . . . . 30 6 En 07 Editing The Disc Navigator screen. . . . . . . . . . . . 66 13 The Video Adjust menu Setting the picture quality for TV and external inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Setting the picture quality for disc playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 08 Copying and backup Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 One Touch Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Using Copy Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Using disc backup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 14 The Initial Setup menu Using the Initial Setup menu . . . . . . . . 110 Selecting other languages for language options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 09 Using the Jukebox Copying music to the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Copying files from a USB device to the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Playing music from the Jukebox . . . . . . . 91 Editing Jukebox albums . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 15 Additional information Minimum copying times. . . . . . . . . . . . Screen sizes and disc formats . . . . . . . Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual recording modes . . . . . . . . . . . Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Country/Area code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . Additional information for cable/ satellite/STB (set-top box) users . . . . . . On-screen displays and recorder displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Handling discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the pickup lens . . . . . . . . . . . Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hints on installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Moving the recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Resetting the recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 120 121 125 126 127 127 128 131 131 132 132 132 132 133 10 The PhotoViewer (DVR-640H-S/ DVR-543H-S) Locating JPEG picture files . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Playing a slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Importing files to the HDD. . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Importing files from a USB device . . . . . . 97 Copying selected files to a DVD-R/-RW . . 97 Editing files on the HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Printing files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 11 The PhotoViewer (DVR-540H-S) Locating JPEG picture files . . . . . . . . . . 101 Playing a slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 12 The Disc Setup menu Basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Initialize settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Finalize settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Optimize HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Initialize HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 7 En 01 Before you start Chapter 1 Before you start What's in the box Please confirm that the following accessories are in the box when you open it. · Remote control · AA/R6P dry cell batteries x 2 · Audio/video cable (red/white/yellow) · RF antenna cable · Power cable · These operating instructions · Quick start guide · Warranty card · Don't use different kinds of batteries together--although they may look similar, different batteries may have different voltages. · Make sure that the plus and minus ends of each battery match the indications in the battery compartment. · Remove batteries from equipment that isn't going to be used for a month or more. · When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction's rules that apply in your country or area. WARNING Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the D3-4-2-3-3_En life or performance of batteries. Putting the batteries in the remote control 1 Insert two AA/R6P batteries into the battery compartment following the indications ( , ) inside the compartment. Using the remote control Please keep in mind the following when using the remote control: · Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote and the remote sensor on the unit. · Remote operation may become unreliable if strong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on the unit's remote sensor. · Remote controllers for different devices can interfere with each other. Avoid using remotes for other equipment located close to this unit. Important Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting. Please observe the following: · Don't mix new and old batteries together. 8 En Before you start 01 · Replace the batteries when you notice a fall off in the operating range of the remote. · When the batteries run down or you change the batteries, the remote control mode is reset to Recorder 1. See Remote Control Mode on page 117. · Use within the operating range in front of the remote control sensor on the front panel, as shown. · DVD+R DL 2.4 x / 2.4 x to 8 x Note that older models of DVD recorders and DVD writers may reject DVD-RW ver. 1.2 discs and/or corrupt the data on the disc. If you want to share DVD-RW discs between this recorder and an older recorder/writer, we recommend using ver. 1.1 discs. The following table shows older Pioneer DVD recorders' limited compatibility with DVDRW ver. 1.2 discs. Model DVR-7000 Playable Yes1,2,3 Yes1 Recordable No No 23 ft · You can control this recorder using the remote sensor of another Pioneer component using the CONTROL IN jack on the rear panel. See Rear panel connections on page 16 for more information. DVR-810 H DVR-57H DVR-210 DVR-310 DVR-510H 1 Disc / content format playback compatibility Compatible media · DVD-RW ver. 1.1 / 1 x / 1 x to 2 x, ver. 1.2 / 2 x to 4 x / 2 x to 6 x · DVD-R ver. 2.0 /1 x / 1 x to 4 x / 1 x to 8 x / 1 x to 16 x, ver. 2.1 / 1 x to 8 x / 1 x to 16 x · DVD+RW 1 x to 2.4 x / 1 x to 4 x / 3.3 x to 8x · DVD+R 1 x to 2.4 x / 1 x to 4 x / 1 x to 8 x / 1 x to 16 x · DVD-RAM ver. 2.0 / 2 x, ver. 2.1 / 2 x / 2 x to 3 x / 2 x to 5 x, ver. 2.2 / 2 x / 2 x to 3 x / 2 x to 5 x · DVD-R DL ver. 3.0 / 2 x to 4 x Discs should be finalized in this recorder before playing. Unfinalized VR mode and Video mode discs may not play. 2 Cannot read the CPRM information will show in the display when you load a disc. However, this will not affect playback. 3 Copy-once protected disc titles will not play. DVD/HDD Recording and playback compatibility This recorder can play and record all the currently popular DVD disc types, as well as providing HDD functionality. The table below shows some specific compatibility differences between the different disc types. 9 En 01 Before you start HDD Marks used in this manual Logos HDD DVD-R DVD (VR) DVD (Video) DVD-RW DVD (VR) DVD (Video) DVD+R DVD+R DVD +RW DVD+RW DVDRAM DVD-RAM *1 *1 *2 *13, 16 4.7 Re-recordable / Erasable Editing of recorded programs Recording of Copyonce protected material Playback in other players/recorders Chase play 16:9 and 4:3 program recording Bilingual broadcast recording of both audio channels ì ì ì *3 ì ì *12 *3 ì *4 ì ì ì *12 ì ì *4 *3 ì *4 ì *14 ì *4 ì ì ì *12 n/a ì ì ì *10, 11 *5 ì *6 *7 ì *6 ì *6, 15 ì *8 ì *9 ì ì *11 ì ì *11 ì ì *11 Notes to table *1 Must be initialized for VR mode recording (page 104) *2 Must be initialized for Video mode recording (page 104) *3 Erasable, but free space does not increase *4 Cannot erase sections, edit chapters or use playlist editing *5 Must be compatible with DVD-R(VR) playback *6 Finalize using this recorder (may not playback in some units) (page 49) *7 Must be compatible with DVD-RW(VR) playback *8 Must be compatible with DVD+RW playback *9 Must be compatible with DVD-RAM playback *10 Only when HDD Recording Format is set to Video Mode Off (page 115) *11 Only when the recording mode is not set to LPCM *12 CPRM-compatible discs only *13 Take the disc out of the cartridge before use. Only Matsushita and Maxell discs have been tested to work reliably with this recorder. Discs from other makers may become unusable when recorded or edited. *14 Erasing a title does not increase the available recording time, nor increase the number of recordable titles left. *15 Must be compatible with DVD+R playback *16 Depending on the disc, it may have to be initialized before it can be recorded (page 104). In this case, initialization will take about 1 hour. is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation. 10 En Before you start 01 Using DVD-R DL/DVD+R DL discs DVD-R DL (dual-layer) and DVD+R DL (double-layer) discs contain two recordable layers on a single side, giving about 1.8 times the recording capacity of a conventional single-layer disc. This unit can record to both DVD-R DL and DVD+R DL discs. · If you intend to play DVD-R DL (Video mode) or DVD+R DL discs recorded on this unit on other DVD recorders/players, you must finalize them. (Note that some DVD recorders/players may not play even finalized DL discs.) · Please read the information provided on the disc packaging carefully before purchasing DVD-R DL/DVD+R DL discs: · Confirm the disc version: Use ver. 3.0, 2 x to 4 x DVD-R discs. · Confirm the recording speed: DVD-R should be compatible with 2 x or 4 x recording; DVD+R with 2.4 x to 8 x recording. · This logo indicates that the disc is a DVD-R DL or DVD+R DL disc: The non-DVD, audio side of the disc is not compliant with the CD Audio specification and therefore may not play. It is possible that when loading or ejecting a DualDisc, the opposite side to that being played will be scratched. Scratched discs may not be playable. The DVD side of a DualDisc plays in this product. DVD-Audio content will not play. For more detailed information on the DualDisc specification, please refer to the disc manufacturer or disc retailer. Other disc compatibility In addition to DVD, this recorder is compatible with a wide range of disc types (media) and formats. Playable discs will generally feature one of the following logos on the disc and/or disc packaging. Note however that some disc types, such as recordable CD (and DVD), may be in an unplayable format--see below for further compatibility information. Audio CD CD-R CD-RW Video CD R DL 4X/2X · Correct operation has been confirmed for DVD-R DL discs (ver. 3.0 / 2 x, 4 x) produced by the following manufacturers: Mitsubishi Kagaku Media, Verbatim (as of March 2005). CD-R/RW compatibility This recorder cannot record CD-R or CD-RW discs. · Readable formats: CD-Audio, Video CD, ISO 9660 CD-ROM* containing MP3, WMA, JPEG or DivX files. * ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 compliant. CD physical format: Mode1, Mode2 XA Form1. Romeo and Joliet file systems are both compatible with this recorder. · Multi-session playback: Yes (except CDAudio and Video CD) · Unfinalized disc playback: CD-Audio only About DualDisc playback A DualDisc is a new two -sided disc, one side of which contains DVD content ­video, audio, etc. ­while the other side contains non-DVD content such as digital audio material. 11 En 01 Before you start Compressed audio compatibility · Compatible media: CD-ROM, CD-R, CDRW, DVR-640H-S/DVR-543H-S only: USB · Compatible formats: MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 (MP3), Windows Media Audio (WMA) · Sampling rates: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz · Bit-rates: Any (128 Kbps or higher recommended) · Variable bit-rate (VBR) MP3 playback: Yes · VBR WMA playback: No · WMA encoder compatibility: Windows Media Codec 8 (files encoded using Windows Media Codec 9 may be playable but some parts of the specification are not supported; specifically, Pro, Lossless, Voice and VBR) · DRM (Digital Rights Management)1 file playback: No · File extensions: .mp3, .wma (these must be used for the recorder to recognize MP3 and WMA files ­ do not use for other file types) · File structure: Up to 99 folders / 999 files (if these limits are exceeded, only files and folders up to these limits are playable) WMA (Windows Media Audio) compatibility The Windows Media® logo printed on the box indicates that this recorder can playback Windows Media Audio content. WMA is an acronym for Windows Media Audio and refers to an audio compression technology developed by Microsoft Corporation. WMA content can be encoded by using Windows Media® Player for Windows® XP, Windows Media® Player 9 or Windows Media® Player 10 series. Microsoft, Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. DivX video compatibility DivX is a compressed digital video format created by the DivX® video codec from DivX, Inc. This recorder can play DivX video files burned on CD-R/-RW/-ROM discs. Keeping the same terminology as DVD-Video, individual DivX video files are called "Titles." When naming files/titles on a CD-R/-RW disc prior to burning, keep in mind that by default they will be played in alphabetical order. Note 1 DRM (digital rights management) copy protection is a technology designed to prevent unauthorized copying by restricting playback, etc. of compressed audio files on devices other than the PC (or other recording equipment) used to record it. For detailed information, please see the instruction manuals or help files that came with your PC and/or software. 12 En Before you start 01 · Official DivX® Certified product. · Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX® 6) with standard playback of DivX® media files. · File extensions: .avi and .divx (these must be used for the recorder to recognize DivX video files). Note that all files with the .avi extension are recognized as MPEG4, but not all of these are necessarily DivX video files and therefore may not be playable on this recorder. · File structure: Up to 99 folders or 999 files. DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license. If your DivX VOD content allows an unlimited number of plays, then you may load the disc into your recorder and play the content as often as you like, and no message will be displayed. Important · DivX VOD content is protected by a DRM (Digital Rights Management) system. This restricts playback of content to specific, registered devices. · If you load a disc that contains DivX VOD content not authorized for this recorder, the message Authorization Error is displayed and the content will not play. · Resetting the recorder (as described in Resetting the recorder on page 132) will not cause you to lose your registration code. DivX® VOD content DivX JPEG file compatibility · Compatible formats: Baseline JPEG and EXIF 2.2* still image files *File format used by digital still cameras · Sampling ratio: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 · Horizontal resolution: 160 to 5120 pixels · Vertical resolution: 120 to 3840 pixels · Progressive JPEG compatible: No · File extensions: .jpg, .jpeg, .jpe, .jif, .jfif (must be used for the recorder to recognize JPEG files ­ do not use for other file types) · File structure: The recorder can load up to 99 folders / 999 files at one time (if there are more files/folders that this on the disc then more can be reloaded) In order to play DivX VOD (video on demand) content on this recorder, you first need to register the recorder with your DivX VOD content provider. You do this by generating a DivX VOD registration code, which you submit to your provider. Some DivX VOD content may only be playable a fixed number of times. When you load a disc containing this type of DivX VOD content, the remaining number of plays is shown on-screen and you then have the option of playing the disc (thereby using up one of the remaining plays), or stopping. If you load a disc that contains expired DivX VOD content (for example, content that has zero remaining plays), the message Rental Expired is displayed. 13 En 01 Before you start PC-created disc compatibility Discs recorded using a personal computer may not be playable in this unit due to the setting of the application software used to create the disc. In these particular instances, check with the software publisher for more detailed information. Discs recorded in packet write mode (UDF format) are not compatible with this recorder. Check the DVD-R/-RW or CD-R/-RW software disc boxes for additional compatibility information. contents will be damaged or lost completely, or that normal playback and recording will not be possible. Please understand that in the event of repair or replacement of the HDD or related components, all your HDD recordings will be lost. Please use the recorder following the guidelines below to protect against possible HDD failure. The HDD should not be regarded as a place to store recordings permanently. We recommend that you back up your important recordings onto DVD discs in order to protect against accidental loss. Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for any direct or indirect loss arising from any inconvenience or loss of recorded material resulting from HDD failure. · Install and use the recorder on a stable, level surface. · Do not block the rear vent/cooling fan. · Do not use the recorder in excessively hot or humid places, or in places that may be subject to sudden changes in temperature. Sudden changes in temperature can cause condensation to form inside the recorder. This can be a cause of HDD failure. · Do not move the recorder immediately after switching it off. If you need to move the recorder, please follow the steps below: 1 After the message POWER OFF is shown in the display, wait at least two minutes. 2 Unplug from the wall socket. 3 Move the recorder. · If there's a power failure while the recorder is on there is a chance that some data on the HDD will be lost. Dolby Digital Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DTS "DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. About the internal hard disk drive The internal hard disk drive (HDD) is a fragile piece of equipment. Depending on the conditions under which it is used, or through careless use, it is possible that the recorded 14 En Before you start 01 · The HDD is very delicate. If used improperly or in an unsuitable environment, it is possible that the HDD will fail after a few years of use. Signs of problems include playback unexpectedly freezing and noticeable block noise (mosaic) in the picture. However, sometimes there will be no warning signs of HDD failure. If the HDD fails, no playback of recorded material will be possible. In this case it will be necessary to replace the HDD unit. Symbols used in this manual The following icons are provided to help you quickly identify which instructions you need for which kind of disc. HDD DVD HDD Any type of DVD disc (recordable or playback only), finalized or not. Commercially produced DVD, finalized Video mode DVD-R/-RW. Video mode DVD-R/-RW (unfinalized) VR mode DVD-R/-RW DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM Audio CD Video CD WMA or MP3 files DivX files Optimizing HDD performance As you record and edit material on the HDD, the data on the disk becomes fragmented, eventually affecting the recorder's performance. Before this happens, the recorder will warn you that it is time to optimize the HDD (which you can do from the Disc Setup menu; see Optimize HDD on page 105). DVD-Video DVD (Video) DVD (VR) DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM CD Video CD WMA/MP3 DivX 15 En 02 Connecting up Chapter 2 Connecting up Rear panel connections 1 2 Y R AC IN OUTPUT 1 INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC IN L R L DIGITAL CONTROL OUT PB OUT PR COAXIAL IN COMPONENT AUDIO VIDEO OUT OUTPUT 2 VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO INPUT 3 VHF/UHF 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 OUTPUT 1 Stereo analog audio, S-video and composite video output for connection to a TV, monitor, AV receiver, etc. 2 INPUT 1/AUTO START REC Stereo analog audio, S-video and composite video input for connection to a satellite receiver, set top box, etc. 3 AC IN Connect to a power outlet using the supplied power cable after making all other connections. 4 COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT A digital audio output for connecting to an AV amp/receiver, Dolby Digital/DTS decoder or other equipment with coaxial digital input. 5 CONTROL IN Use to control this recorder from the remote sensor of another Pioneer component with a CONTROL OUT terminal and bearing the Pioneer mark. Connect the CONTROL OUT of the other component to the CONTROL IN of this recorder using a miniplug cord. 6 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT A high-quality video output for connecting to a TV or monitor with a component video input. 7 OUTPUT 2 Stereo analog audio, S-video and composite video output for connection to a TV, monitor, AV receiver, etc. 8 INPUT 3 Stereo analog audio, S-video and composite video input for connection to a satellite receiver, set top box, etc. 9 VHF/UHF IN/OUT Connect your TV antenna to the VHF/UHF IN (RF IN) jack. The signal is passed through to the VHF/UHF OUT jack for connection to your TV. 16 En Connecting up 02 Front panel connections 10 11 12 USB S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R (MONO) INPUT 2 On the front panel a flip-down cover hides more connections. 10 USB port (type B) (DVR-640H-S/DVR543H-S only) USB port for connecting a PictBridgecompatible printer. 11 USB port (type A) (DVR-640H-S/DVR543H-S only) USB port for connecting a digital camera, USB memory or other USB device. 12 INPUT 2 Audio/video input (stereo analog audio; composite and S-video video), especially suitable for camcorders, game consoles, portable audio, etc. 17 En 02 Connecting up Easy connections The setup described here is a basic configuration that allows you to record TV programs on both this recorder and your VCR. When watching recordings from this recorder, set your TV to input 1; switch to input 2 to watch a video playing in the VCR. Important · This recorder is equipped with copy protection technology. Do not connect this recorder to your TV via a VCR (or your VCR via this recorder) using AV cables, as the picture from this recorder will not appear properly on your TV. · Before making or changing any rear panel connections, make sure that all components are switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet. A/V IN 1 VHF/UHF IN 1 Connect your TV antenna/cable TV outlet to the VHF/UHF IN jack on this recorder. 2 Use an RF antenna cable (one is supplied) to connect the VHF/UHF OUT jack on this recorder to the antenna input on your VCR. · If you are not connecting a VCR in the chain, connect this recorder directly to your TV and skip the next step. 3 Use an RF antenna cable to connect the antenna output on your VCR to the antenna input on your TV. 4 Connect the AUDIO and VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (1 or 2) to a set of audio/ video inputs on your TV. Use the supplied three-pin audio/video cable. It is color-coded to help you match them up (red/white for the right/left audio connections and yellow for video in/outs). Make sure you match up the left and right outputs with their corresponding inputs for correct stereo sound. 5 Connect your VCR to your TV (A/V IN 2 above) using a set of audio and video cables. · See the following page if you want to use S-video or component video cables for the video connection. 4 5 A/V IN 2 TV VHF/UHF OUT 3 A/V OUT VCR VHF/UHF IN 2 VHF/UHF IN (RF IN) Y R AC IN OUTPUT 1 INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC IN L R L DIGITAL CONTROL OUT PB OUT PR COAXIAL IN COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OUTPUT 2 VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO INPUT 3 VHF/UHF VHF/UHF OUT 1 Antenna/cable TV wall outlet 18 En Connecting up 02 Using other types of video output This recorder has standard (composite), Svideo and component video outputs. The main difference between them is the quality of the picture. S-video delivers a better picture than composite video, while component video gives better picture quality still. The variety of outputs also gives you the flexibility of connecting your particular equipment using the best connection type available. COMPONENT INPUT S-VIDEO INPUT 2 Connecting using the component video output Component video carries the picture as two separate color signals, plus a luminance (brightness) signal. See also Component Video Out on page 111 for how to set up the component video output for use with a progressive scancompatible TV. · Use a component video cable (not supplied) to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to a component video input on your TV, monitor (or other equipment). 2 TV 1 Y R AC IN OUTPUT 1 INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC IN L R L DIGITAL CONTROL OUT PB OUT PR COAXIAL IN COMPONENT AUDIO VIDEO OUT OUTPUT 2 VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO INPUT 3 VHF/UHF 1 Connecting using an S-video output S-video carries the picture as separate color and luminance (brightness) signals. There are two S-video outputs for connection to TVs, monitors, VCRs or other equipment. · Use an S-video cable (not supplied) to connect an S-VIDEO OUTPUT (1 or 2) to an S-video input on your TV, monitor (or other equipment). 19 En 02 Connecting up Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver (1) If you are using a cable box or satellite receiver with only a few scrambled channels, follow the setup on this page1. If many or all the channels are scrambled, we recommend using the setup on the following page. Using the setup on this page you can: · Record unscrambled channels by selecting them on this recorder. · Record scrambled channels by selecting them on the cable box/satellite receiver. · Watch one channel while recording another. Important · Do not connect this recorder `through' your VCR, satellite receiver or cable box. Always connect each component directly to your TV or AV amp/receiver. AC IN A/V IN 1 VHF/UHF IN 2 TV A/V OUT VHF/UHF OUT 1 3 Cable box/ Satellite receiver VHF/UHF IN 1 VHF/UHF IN (RF IN) Y R DIGITAL CONTROL OUT PB OUT PR COAXIAL IN OUTPUT 1 INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC IN L R L COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OUTPUT 2 VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO INPUT 3 VHF/UHF VHF/UHF OUT 1 Antenna/cable TV wall outlet 1 Connect RF antenna cables as shown. This enables you to watch and record TV channels. 2 Connect the AUDIO and VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (1 or 2) on this recorder to a set of audio/video inputs on your TV using a set of A/V cables (as supplied). This enables you to watch the output from this recorder. 3 Connect the audio/video output of your cable box/satellite receiver to the INPUT 1 jacks on this recorder using a set of A/V cables. This enables you to record scrambled TV channels. Note 1 The diagram shows standard video connections, but you can alternatively use the S-video or component video connections if they're available. 20 En Connecting up 02 Connecting to a cable box or satellite receiver (2) If many or all the channels you receive by cable or satellite are scrambled, we recommend using this setup.1 Using the setup on this page you can: · Record any channel by selecting it on the cable box/satellite receiver. Important · Do not connect this recorder `through' your VCR, satellite receiver or cable box. Always connect each component directly to your TV or AV amp/receiver. 1 Connect RF antenna cables as shown. This enables you to watch and record TV channels. 2 Connect the AUDIO and VIDEO OUTPUT jacks (1 or 2) on this recorder to a set of audio/video inputs on your TV using a set of A/V cables (as supplied). This enables you to watch discs. 3 Connect the audio/video output of your cable box/satellite receiver to the INPUT 1 jacks on this recorder using a set of A/V cables. This enables you to record scrambled TV channels. A/V IN 1 VHF/UHF IN 2 1 TV VHF/UHF IN (RF IN) Y R AC IN OUTPUT 1 INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC IN L R L DIGITAL CONTROL OUT PB OUT PR COAXIAL IN COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OUTPUT 2 VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO INPUT 3 VHF/UHF VHF/UHF OUT A/V OUT 1 VHF/UHF OUT 3 Cable box/ Satellite receiver VHF/UHF IN 1 Antenna/cable TV wall outlet Note 1 · The setup on this page does not allow you to watch one channel and record another. · The diagram shows standard video connections, but you can alternatively use the S-video or component video connections if they're available. 21 En 02 Connecting up Connecting to an AV amplifier or receiver To enjoy multichannel surround sound you need to connect this recorder to an AV amp/ receiver using the digital coaxial output. In addition to the digital connection, we recommend also connecting using the stereo analog connection. You'll probably also want to connect a video output to your AV amp/receiver. Use the standard (composite) video output (as shown here), or the S-video or component video connections. See also Audio Out on page 112 for how to set up the digital audio output. (Noise may be output from your speakers if the recorder is not set up to work with your AV amp/ receiver.) Important · Do not connect this recorder to your TV `through' your VCR or other component using A/V cables. Always connect it directly to your TV. 4 VIDEO IN VHF/UHF IN TV VIDEO OUT AV amp/receiver 1 DIGITAL IN A/V IN 2 3 VHF/UHF IN (RF IN) Y R AC IN OUTPUT 1 INPUT 1 / AUTO START REC IN L R L DIGITAL CONTROL OUT PB OUT PR COAXIAL IN COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OUTPUT 2 VIDEO S-VIDEO