LiteOn HD-A940 series User's Manual
LiteOn HD-A940 series is a DVD recorder that allows users to record and play DVDs. It has a number of features that make it easy to use, including the ability to record in a variety of formats, such as DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW. The recorder also has a built-in tuner, so you can record TV shows directly to a DVD. Additionally, the recorder has a number of editing features, so you can create custom DVDs with your own personal touch. With its sleek design and easy-to-use interface, the LiteOn HD-A940 series is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a high-quality DVD recorder.
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HDD/DVD Recorder
HD-A940/960/970 Series
*
User’s Manual
* : HD-A940G, HD-A940GX, HD-A960G, HD-A960GX, HD-A970GX
DVD
+R/+RW/-R/-RW
*The HDMI connection of this DVD recorder features HDCP technology for the purpose of content protection. Connecting the recorder to
a TV via an HDMI-to-DVI cable may lead to loss of signal if the TV is not DVI/HDCP-compliant.
*Please refer to Model Comparison Chart on the back cover for the features supported by each model.
Important Safety Instructions
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - Read the safety and operation instructions carefully before using this product.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - Retain the safety and operation instructions for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS - Observe warnings listed in the manual.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - Follow the safety and operation instructions when using this product.
5. CLEAN - Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
6. VENTILATION - Do not block any ventilation openings of this product.
7. MOISTURE - Do not use this product near water, and be sure to prevent this product from being exposed to any dripping or splashing.
8. HEAT - Do not install this product near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other devices (including amplifier) which produce heat.
9. POLARIZATION - Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. POWER CORD - Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product.
11. ACCESSORIES/ATTACHMENTS - Use only accessories/attachments specified by the manufacturer.
12. USAGE - Unplug this product during lightning storms or when it is not used for long periods of time.
13. CART - Use only cart, stand, tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
When a cart is used, operate carefully to prevent the objects from tip-over.
14. SERVICING - Contact qualified personnel when servicing is needed. Servicing is required when this product has been damaged in any way, for example, when the power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has been spilled on the product; objects have fallen into the product; the product has been exposed to rain or moisture; the product does not work normally; or the product has been dropped.
15. BATTERY - To prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury, property damage or damage to the unit, please follow the instructions listed below when using the product’s remote control.
• Install all batteries correctly, with + and - signs matching the marks indicated.
• Do not mix batteries ( old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.)
• Remove batteries when the remote is not used for a long time.
16. WASTE - End-of-life units should be discarded in accordance with your local environmental regulations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries
Alliances: www.eias.org
Warning, Caution and Others
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 be of sufficient magnitude 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! – 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/625P 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 OR 625 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE
PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER
SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STANDARD
DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS
REGARDING THE TV SET COMPATIBILITY, PLEASE
CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.”
LEGAL NOTICES REGARDING MACROVISION
PROPERTY RIGHTS
“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.”
CAUTION!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE THE COVER OF THIS UNIT. THERE ARE NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC-
ING 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.
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.
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 UNIT.
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.
• 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.
This symbol indicates that used electrical and electronic equipment requires special handling when the unit is to be discarded. Please send the unwanted unit to a waste collection/recycling center near you to help protect our environment.
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system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.
▀ Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. ‘Dolby’ and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
▀ DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.
▀ HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions .........................2
Warning, Caution and Others .........................3
Table of Contents .............................................4
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Recordable Discs ............................................................. 6
Recording Time ................................................................ 6
Playable Discs .................................................................. 7
Unplayable Discs .............................................................. 7
Region Code .................................................................... 7
Disc Preparation (Formatting) .......................................... 8
Disc Finalization ............................................................... 8
Title & Chapter ................................................................. 8
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DVD Recorder Overview ..................................9
Front View ........................................................................ 9
Display Window .............................................................. 10
Rear View ....................................................................... 10
Remote Control ..............................................11
Preparing Remote Control .............................................. 12
Remote Control Signal ................................................... 12
Connecting the DVD Recorder ......................13
Step 1: Connecting Antenna/Satellite Cables ................. 14
Step 2: Connecting the Video Cable .............................. 14
Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cable .............................. 17
Step 4: Connecting the Decoder (If Required) ............... 20
Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord ............................... 21
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Easy Setup ......................................................22
Set Language ................................................................. 22
Set Clock Format ............................................................ 22
Set System Date ............................................................ 22
Set System Time ............................................................ 22
Set TV Channels ............................................................ 23
Complete Settings .......................................................... 23
Setup Menu .....................................................23
System ........................................................................... 24
Date/Time ....................................................................... 24
Tuner .............................................................................. 24
Video Input/Output ......................................................... 25
Audio Output .................................................................. 26
Recording / Playback ..................................................... 26
DVD Movie ..................................................................... 26
Channel Editor ................................................28
Moving up/down TV Channels ....................................... 29
Inserting TV Channels .................................................... 29
Swapping TV Channels .................................................. 29
Renaming TV Channels ................................................. 30
Enabling/Disabling TV Channels .................................... 30
Setting Decoder .............................................................. 30
Setting Channel Frequency ............................................ 30
ShowView ® Programming System ................31
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Contents Menu ...............................................32
Screen Overview ........................................................... 32
Previewing Files via Contents Menu ............................. 33
On-Screen Input Keypad ...............................34
Screen Overview ........................................................... 34
Entering New Title/File Name ........................................ 35
Easy Guider ....................................................36
Screen Overview ........................................................... 36
Using Easy Guider: Play ............................................... 37
Using Easy Guider: Record ............................................ 38
Using Easy Guider: Timer Record .................................. 39
Using Easy Guider: Copy ............................................... 41
Using Easy Guider: Disc Tools ....................................... 43
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Recording from TV .........................................47
Recording from External Sources ................48
VCR/V8 Camcorder/DVD Player .................................... 48
DV (Digital Camcorder) .................................................. 48
Recording Options .........................................50
One-Touch Recording .................................................... 50
Adding New Sessions .................................................... 50
Playing Last Recorded Title (HDD) ................................ 50
Using Chapter Mark ....................................................... 50
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Timer Record Menu ........................................53
Info Screen 1 .................................................................. 53
Info Screen 2 .................................................................. 53
Setting Timer Program ..................................54
Date/Time Mode ............................................................. 54
ShowView ® Mode ........................................................... 55
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Pause Live TV .................................................57
Record & Play .................................................57
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Navigation Menu ............................................58
Screen Overview ............................................................ 58
Playback Options ........................................................... 59
Playback (Disc) ..............................................62
DVD-Video/VCD/SVCD .................................................. 62
Audio CD ........................................................................ 62
Media Files (Video/Music/Picture) .................................. 62
Picture with Music .......................................................... 63
Playback (HDD) ..............................................64
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MPEG-4 Videos ...............................................65
Supported Formats ......................................................... 65
Playing MPEG-4 Files .................................................... 65
DivX ® VOD .......................................................66
Navigation Menu ............................................67
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Edit Menu ........................................................69
Screen Overview ............................................................ 69
Editing Titles ...................................................70
Rename Title .................................................................. 70
Protect Title .................................................................... 70
Overwrite Title ................................................................ 71
Split Title ......................................................................... 71
Merge Titles .................................................................... 72
Erase Title ...................................................................... 72
Set Title Thumbnail ......................................................... 72
Editing Chapters ............................................73
Insert Chapter Mark ........................................................ 73
Remove Chapter Mark ................................................... 73
Hide Chapter .................................................................. 73
Show Chapter ................................................................. 74
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One-Touch Copying .......................................76
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Disc Information
Unlike traditional VCR (video casette recorder), DVD recorder comes with a wider variety of media to choose from for either playback or recording. Please check the following sections before buying discs or recording.
Recording Time
Recordable Discs
Type
DVD-R
DVD-RW
DVD+R
Logo Information
• DVD+VR mode
• Write-Once
• DVD+VR mode
• Rewritable
• DVD+VR mode
• Write-Once
DVD+RW
• DVD+VR mode
• Rewritable
DVD+R DL
(Double
Layer)
• DVD+VR mode
• Write-Once
The DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL
(Double Layer) logos belong to the respective entities holding the trademarks.
For best results, use discs with the above logos.
Type Mode Time
DVD
(4.7GB)
DVD+R DL
(Double
Layer)
(8.5GB)
HDD
(160GB)*
HDD
(250GB)*
HDD
(320GB)*
SP
LP
EP
HQ
SP
LP
EP
SLP
Just Fit
HQ
Just Fit
HQ
SP
LP
EP
SLP
Just Fit
HQ
SP
LP
EP
SLP
Just Fit
HQ
SP
LP
EP
SLP
SLP 413 hours
Just Fit Variable
The ‘Just Fit’ mode is available for timer recording only.
The table lists the minimum recording time available on each medium.
* depending on the model.
Variable
34 hours
68 hours
101 hours
135 hours
203 hours
Variable
55 hours
108 hours
160 hours
214 hours
321 hours
Variable
70 hours
139 hours
206 hours
275 hours
1 hour
2 hours
3 hours
4 hours
6 hours
Variable
114 minutes
224 minutes
332 minutes
443 minutes
665 minutes
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Type
Playable Discs
DVD-Video
DVD-R
DVD-RW
DVD+R
DVD+RW
DVD+R DL
(Double
Layer)
CD-R
CD-RW
Video CD
(VCD)
Super Video
CD (SVCD)
Audio CD
Logo Information
• Pre-recorded
DVD-Video discs
(The region code is printed on the rear panel of recorder.)
• Recorded in DVD-
Video format and finalized
• With JPEG/BMP files
• With MP3/WMA/
WAV files
• With MPEG-1 files
• With MPEG-2 files
(.VOB/.DAT/.MPG)
• With MPEG-4 files
(.AVI/.DIV*/.DIVX*)
• With JPEG/BMP files
• With MP3/WMA/
WAV files
• With MPEG-1 files
• With MPEG-2 files
(.VOB/.DAT/.MPG)
• With MPEG-4 files
(.AVI/.DIV*/.DIVX*)
• CDs for video files recorded with CD sound, VHS quality,
MPEG-1 compression technology
• CDs for video files recorded with
CD sound, SVHS quality, MPEG-2 compression technology
• CDs for music files recorded in digital signal, featuring better audio quality, less distortion and less deterioration of audio quality over time
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The DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL
(Double Layer) logos belong to the respective entities holding the trademarks.
For best results, use discs with the above logos.
Other types of discs may not be played back with the intended results on this DVD recorder. Do not use irregular-shaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these can damage the recorder.
It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R,
DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW discs in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.
* depending on the model.
If an MP3 file name contains two-byte characters (e.g.
Chinese characters), it may not be displayed correctly.
This DVD recorder does not display ID3 (for MP3) and
WMA tags.
This DVD recorder does not support mp3PRO files.
The MP3 file bitrates supported by this DVD recorder are: 32Kbps - 320Kbps.
This DVD recorder does not support WMA lossless files and WMA files protected by DRM (digital rights management) technology.
Unplayable Discs
This DVD recorder does not play back the disc types listed below. If you try to play back these discs, excessive noise may cause damage to your amplifiers or speakers. If an unplayable disc is inserted, an ‘Invalid Disc’ error message will appear on screen after attempts of trying to play the disc fail.
• Unfinalized discs recorded on other DVD/CD recorders
• DVD Audio discs
• KODAK PHOTO CDs
• DVD-Video discs with a region code not supported by the recorder
• DVD-RAMs
• Data discs (e.g. CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs) which do not contain any type of files supported by this DVD recorder
• Standard SACDs (Hybrid type of SACDs can be played as normal Audio CDs.)
Region Code
This DVD recorder can only play DVD-Video discs marked with the same region code as printed on its rear panel or the all-region discs. If you try to play discs with different region code(s), a message saying
‘Invalid Region Code’ will appear on screen.
Example of region code :
ALL
Disc Preparation
(Formatting)
If you use blank DVD-RW discs, you need to format the discs before recording. After you insert a blank
DVD-RW disc, the disc preparation screen will appear. Pressto select ‘Quick Preparation’ or ‘Full
Preparation’, then press ENTER.
• Quick Preparation
If you select this option, the recorder will format part of the disc for your immediate recording. After the recording is fi nished, you can continue recording or play back the recorded title. If you wish to watch the title on another DVD recorder, DVD player or PC, you need to fi nalize the disc fi rst.
• Full Preparation
If you select this option, the recorder will format the whole disc. The process will take a longer time to complete. After formatting, you can repeatedly use the disc for recording, and there is no need to fi nalize the disc afterwards.
The preparation screen will also appear after you erase a DVD-RW disc.
DVD+R
DVD+RW
Data
File
Video
Title
Data
File
Video
Title
DVD+R DL
(Double
Layer)
Data
File
Video
Title
: Not required : Required
-
-
-
-
-
-
Please note that you may not be able to play a fi nalized disc on certain devices (e.g. older model DVD players) due to technical incompatibility.
Only discs used to record video titles require fi nalization. Discs used to copy media fi les (such as MP3 or
JPEG fi les) are considered as data: there is no need to fi nalize these discs.
Title & Chapter
For DVD-Video or other digital videos, disc contents are usually divided into individual titles, which you may preview using the disc menu. Some titles may be further divided into a smaller unit called ‘chapter’.
To view the disc menu, press MENU on the remote control.
Disc or HDD
Disc Finalization
After recording or copying, you may need to fi nalize your disc before it can be played back on another
DVD recorder, DVD player or PC. Please refer to the following table for further information on discs you use.
Type
DVD-R
Finalization
Data
File
Video
Title
Data
File
Note
-
-
DVD-RW
Video
Title
-
When using a disc formatted with ‘Quick
Preparation’ mode
When using a disc formatted with ‘Full
Preparation’ mode
Editing_00_03
During or after recording, you can create chapters by inserting chapter marks in a video title. Depending on the target medium you use, the number of maximum chapters and titles you can add may vary. Please see the table below for details.
Type
HDD
Maxi. Title
5994* -
Maxi. Chapter
DVD 49** 254
* For each title, you can create up to 999 chapters.
** For each title, you can create up to 99 chapters. But you can only create a maximum of 254 chapters in one disc.
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Connections
The following sections introduce a step-by-step process to set up this DVD recorder. When more than one setup option are listed at a specifi c stage, please refer to the option most suitable for your setup condition.
DVD Recorder Overview
Front View
1 2 7 8 9 10 11 12
3 4
5
6
*Appearance of the unit may vary slightly depending on the model.
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1
POWER ON/OFF button
Switches on the DVD recorder or switches
the unit to standby mode
2
OPEN/CLOSE button
Opens or closes the disc tray
3
Disc tray
Holds discs securely during recording or
playback
4
DISPLAY window
Shows operation information
5
HDD indicator
Lights when HDD (hard disk drive) is selected
as the target device
6
DVD indicator
Lights when DVD drive is selected as the target
device
7
HDD/DVD button
Changes DVD recorder’s current mode from
HDD (hard disk drive) to DVD and vice versa
8
SOURCE button
Selects equipment connected via line inputs
9
RECORD button
Starts recording on current device
10
PLAY button
Starts playback on current device
11
STOP button
Stops playback or recording
12
PUASE/STEP button
Pauses playback or recording
13
DV-LINK (IEEE 1394) jack
Connects digital camcorder
14
LINE IN (S-Video/Composite VIDEO &
AUDIO L/R) jacks
Connects the outputs of external equipment
via S-Video or composite video/audio cables
When using the LINE IN jacks
By default, this DVD recorder automatically selects S-Video signal over the composite one when both input jacks are used to connect to other devices. If you would like your videos to be imported from a specifi c source, you can either change the default setting through Setup → Video Input/Output → Front AV Input, or use one set of the connections at a time.
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Display Window
1
9
10
11 TIMER
2 3 4 5 6
DVD SVCD VCD CDDA FILE
12
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
7
CD +R
+RW
-R
-RW
8
13
14
15
11
TIMER RECORD indicator
12
Multi-information window
13
DVD+RW indicator
14
CD-R/DVD-R indicator
15
CD-RW/DVD-RW indicator
Rear View
1
1
2 3 4 5
9
7 8 *Appearance of the unit may vary slightly depending on the model.
1 VHF/UHF IN/OUT jacks
Connects antenna cables
2 AV OUTPUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks
Connects the inputs of external equipment
via composite video/audio cables
3 COMP OUT (COMPONENT) jacks
Connects the inputs of external equipment via
component video cables
4 SCART INPUT jack
Connects the output of external equipment
via SCART cable
5 SCART OUTPUT jack
Connects the input of external equipment
via SCART cable
6 HDMI DIGITAL OUT jack
Connects a TV or an AV amplifier (receiver)
with HDMI input jack (via HDMI cable)
7 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack
Connects an amplifier or a receiver with a
digital input jack
8 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack
Connects an amplifier or a receiver with a
digital input jack
9 AC IN terminal
Connects the power cord
(*for models designed with a detachable power cord)
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Remote Control
1 POWER button
Switches on the DVD
recorder or switches the
unit to standby mode
2 DISPLAY button
Displays disc/HDD
information 1
3 Alphabet & Number
buttons
4 TIMER button
Displays Timer Record
menu
5 CONTENTS button
Displays Contents Menu
6 TOP MENU button
Displays DVD top menu
(if available)
7 Direction ( )
& ENTER buttons
2
3
7
8 SETUP button
Displays Setup menu
8
9 HDD/DVD button
Switches to DVD or HDD
10 STOP button
Stops current operation
11 PREVIOUS button
Goes to previous item
(file/track/chapter)
12 F. R. (Rewind) button
Reverses playback
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
4
5
6
13 EDIT button
Displays Edit menu
14 RECORD button
Starts recording
15 AUDIO button
Displays and switches
audio options
Using the Remote Control
Apart from the basic playback and recording buttons, the unit’s remote control is also designed with a set of quickaccess function buttons: SETUP, GUIDER, TIMER, NAVI. and CONTENTS*. Pressing these buttons will lead you directly to their respective menus. If you would like to exit the screen, simply press the function button again.
(*The ‘ CONTENTS’ button is available in HDD models only.)
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19
20
21
22
16
17
18
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
16 OPEN/CLOSE button
Opens or closes disc tray
17 SOURCE button
Selects input source
18 TV (MODE) button
Switches to TV view or
SCART source view (decoder)
19 CH + / CH - button
Changes TV channels
20 ShowView button
Displays the ShowView
system menu
21 GUIDER button
Displays Easy Guider menu
22 MENU button
Displays disc menu
23 NAVI. button
Displays Navigation menu
24 TIME SHIFT button
Pauses live TV program
25 PLAY button
Starts playback
26 PAUSE/STEP button
Pauses current operation or
starts playback frame by frame
27 NEXT button
Goes to next item
(file/track/chapter)
28 F. F. (Fast Forward) button
Fast forward playback
29 COPY button
Starts copying
30 SUBTITLE button
Displays and switches
subtitle options
31 ANGLE button
Displays and switches
angle options
Preparing Remote
Control
Open the battery compartment and insert the batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) match the markings inside the remote control.
Using rechargeable batteries is not recommended.
Remote Control
Signal
The remote has an operating range of approximately
7.5 M, and works best when pointed directly at the unit horizontally at angle up to 30° from the sensor window of the DVD recorder.
30
0
7.5
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Connecting the DVD Recorder
Do not plug the AC power cord into the outlet until all other connections are made.
It is recommended that you connect VIDEO OUT jack of the DVD recorder directly to the video input of your TV.
Connecting VIDEO OUT jack of this recorder to a TV via a VCR may cause a viewing problem when playing a copy-protected disc. The same viewing problem may also occur when connecting the recorder to a TV/VCR combo system.
Connection Method
Wall → DVD Recorder → TV
Wall → DVD Recorder → VCR → TV
Before you start
► Check whether all the accessories are included in your package box.
Remote Control (1) Batteries (2)
Audio/Video Cable (1)
HDMI Cable (1)
Power Cord (1) (*depending on the model)
Blank DVD Disc (1) (*depending on the model)
Antenna Cable (1)
Quick Start Guide (1)
User’s Manual (1)
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Step 1: Connecting Antenna/Satellite Cables
Wall Outlet DVD Recorder TV
1
Use an antenna cable to connect the RF IN jack on the DVD recorder to the antenna outlet on the wall.
2
Use an antenna cable to connect the RF OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the RF IN jack on the television.
(Please note that this serves as a pass-through only.)
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RF IN
RF OUT
AV OUTPUT
SCART IN (AUX/DECODER)
RF IN Wall
Step 2: Connecting the Video Cable
The table below lists some of the options for establishing the video and audio connections of this DVD recorder. For reference, fi rst check the top row to select a type of video cable you wish to use; then look down the column to see what types of audio connections are applicable. Select only one of the applicable options to connect your DVD recorder to other devices unless specifi ed otherwise.
Video
Audio
HDMI Cable
HDMI Cable
*
Component
Video Cable
SCART Cable
Composite Video
Cable
SCART Cable *
Composite Audio
Cable
Digital Audio Cable
(Optical)**
Digital Audio Cable
(Coaxial)**
* The HDMI and SCART cables can transmit video and audio signals at the same time. Normally, if you use these two cables for video connection, you do not need to establish an additional analog audio connection.
** If you wish to enjoy digital audio sound, you need to establish the digital audio connection (via an optical or a coaxial cable) whatever video cable you use.
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Option 1 Using HDMI Cable
If your TV has an HDMI input
, use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the HDMI IN jack on the television.
The HDMI cable can transmit both video and audio signals at the same time. If you use an HDMI cable to connect to your TV, it is recommended that you remove all other audio/video connections (component or composite cables) between the DVD recorder and your TV to enjoy better audio/video quality.
However, if you wish to play back discs recorded in DTS format, you need to use an extra optical or coaxial cable to connect the DVD recorder to your TV or to a stereo amplifi er/receiver.
TUNER
SCART IN (AUX/DECODER)
HDMI Out
HDMI Cable
T V
HDMI IN
HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection)
The DVD recorder supports the HDCP technology, which is developed to prevent copying of the content transmitted via the HDMI cable. After all connections are made, the recorder will start checking whether the connecting TV (or other display device) is HDCP-compliant. If the verifi cation process fails, a pop-up window will appear. Press and
ENTER to try again. Otherwise, disconnect the HDMI cable and use other types of video cable for connection. If you select ‘EXIT’ without disconnecting the cable, or if you do not select any option in 10 seconds, the pop-up window will disappear. Next time when you try to watch HDCP-encrypted content, there will be no image shown on screen.
After all connections are made, make sure related system settings are correct on the Setup menu.
• Setup → Video Input/Output → HDMI Resolution: Select a resolution mode supported by your TV.
• Setup → Video Input/Output → HDMI Output: Select what types of signal you wish to be transmitted via HDMI cable.
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Option 2 Using Component Cable
If your TV has a component video input
, use a component video cable (with green, blue and red ends) to connect the COMPONENT OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the COMPONENT IN jack on the television.
TUNER
SCART IN (AUX/DECODER)
Y
CB / PB
CR / PR
T V
Green
Blue
Red
Component video cable
COMPONENT IN
Y
CB / PB
CR / PR
Green
Blue
Red
If your television supports ‘Progressive Scan’ mode, you may adjust the ‘Component Output’ setting accordingly for better results. Please go to Setup Video Input/Output Video Output, and select ‘Component-Progressive’. You can activate the Setup menu directly by pressing SETUP button on your remote control.
Option 3 Using SCART Cable
If your TV has a SCART input
, use a SCART cable to connect the SCART OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the SCART IN jack on the television.
T V
SCART IN
TUNER
SCART IN (AUX/DECODER)
SCART OUT
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Option 4 Using Composite Cable
If your TV has a composite video input
, use a composite video cable to connect the VIDEO
(COMPOSITE) OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the VIDEO (COMPOSITE) IN jack on the television.
TUNER
SCART IN (AUX/DECODER)
R
L
VIDEO
TV
R
AUDIO IN
L
VIDEO IN
Video cable
Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cable
Option 1 Using HDMI Cable
If your TV has an HDMI input
, use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the HDMI IN jack on the television.
After all connections are made, make sure related system settings are correct on the Setup menu. If there is still no sound, go to SetupAudio OutputHDMI Audio and set ‘PCM’ as the audio output mode.
If you select to use the HDMI cable in Step 2, set the HDMI output mode to ‘Video + Audio’ via SetupVideo Input/
OutputHDMI Output.
Option 2 Using SCART Cable
If your TV has a SCART input
, use a SCART cable to connect the SCART OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the SCART IN jack on the television.
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Option 3 Using Composite Cable
Use a composite audio/video or a composite audio cable (via the red and white ends) to connect the AUDIO OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the AUDIO IN jack on a stereo amplifi er, a receiver or a TV.
TUNER
SCART IN (AUX/DECODER)
R
L
VIDEO
Red
White
Stereo audio amplifier or receiver
RIGHT
LEFT
DVD
IN or
T V
R
AUDIO IN
L
VIDEO IN
Audio cable
Red
White
Red
White
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Option 4 Using Digital Audio Cable
1
Using an Optical Cable
Use an optical cable to connect the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack on the DVD recorder to the digital optical input on a stereo amplifi er or a receiver.
TUNER
SCART IN (AUX/DECODER)
OPTICAL COAXIAL
DIGITAL AUDIO DEVICE
IN
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
Digital Out (Optical)
Optical digital cable
2
Using a Coaxial Cable
Use a coaxial cable to connect the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack on the DVD recorder to the coaxial digital input on a stereo amplifi er or a receiver.
TUNER
SCART IN (AUX/DECODER)
OPTICAL COAXIAL
DIGITAL AUDIO DEVICE
IN
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
Digital Out (Coaxial)
Coaxial digital cable
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Step 4: Connecting the Decoder (If Required)
For PAY-TV/CANAL+ subscribers, you will need to connect an additional decoder to your TV and DVD recorder.
1
Refer to Step 1 to connect your DVD recorder to the antenna outlet on the wall, and then to the RF IN jack on the television, if you have not established the connection.
2
Use a SCART cable to connect the SCART IN jack on the DVD recorder to the SCART OUT jack on the CANAL+ decoder.
3
Use a SCART cable to connect the SCART OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the SCART IN jack on the television.
Completed in Step 1
T V
RF IN SCART IN
SCART
RF OUT
TUNER
SCART IN (AUX/DECODER)
RF IN SCART
IN
OUT
Wall
CANAL+ Decoder
SCART OUT
During recording, if you have problem watching programs imported via decoder, you can press TV (MODE) to switch to the ‘SCART Bypass’ mode. However, you need to fi rst activate the feature through SetupVideo Input/Output TV
MODE.
Depending on the cable manufacturers, the SCART cable you use may not be able to detect all signals transferred via this connection. If you have activated the ‘SCART Bypass’ mode through the Setup menu, and still have problem using the feature, try to use a new SCART cable to connect the decoder to your DVD recorder.
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Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord
Connect the power cord to the DVD recorder. After all the cable connections are completed, you can now plug the power cord of the recorder into the outlet, and start using the recorder.
If you use a model which features attached power cord, you only need to plug the power cord to the outlet at this step.
► Preparing the DVD Recorder for Further Settings
After completing the connection process, check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g. VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that video from the DVD recorder can appear on screen. For further information, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.
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System Settings
Before you start
► Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g. VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that video from the DVD recorder can appear on screen. For further information, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.
Easy Setup
The ‘Easy Setup’ is designed to help you complete basic settings step by step. On each option screen, use or number buttons (0-9) to make necessary adjustments, then press ENTER to confi rm. If you would like to return to the previous option, select
‘Back’. Or select ‘Exit’ if you wish to quit the setup process.
Select a language for on-screen message
Language
The ‘Easy Setup’ guide appears automatically when you switch on your new DVD recorder for the fi rst time. After the fi rst-time setup, you can always access the guide via Setup → System → Easy Setup.
1
Easy Setup
OSD
Auto Sleep
Restore
English
DVD
1
Set Language
Press to select your preferred language for the on-screen menus and messages, then press
ENTER.
2
Set Clock Format
Press to select your preferred clock format for display, then press ENTER.
3
Set System Date
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter correct date information, then press ENTER.
4
Set System Time
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter correct time information, then press ENTER.
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5
Set TV Channels
Please follow the on-screen instructions to create a complete channel list. If you wish to perform the channel scanning later, select ‘Skip the Process’, then press ENTER.
►Selecting Country
Press to select your country/region, then press ENTER.
List of countries/regions varies depending on model types.
►Scanning TV Channels
Press to select ‘Auto Scan’, then press
ENTER.
The scanning process will start.
Otherwise, select ‘Skip’ to skip the scanning process.
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Complete Settings
After the scanning process is completed, press
ENTER to save the settings and exit the ‘Easy
Setup’ screen.
Setup Menu
Use the Setup menu to edit your system setting preferences. Follow these steps to change the default settings.
1
Press SETUP to display the Setup menu.
SETUP
Press to display
Setup menu
2
Press to select a category you wish to change, then press ENTER.
1
Easy Setup
OSD
Auto Sleep
Restore
English
DVD
3
Press to select an option you would like to change from the sub-menu, then press ENTER.
4
Press or number buttons (0-9) (when required) to change the settings, then press
ENTER.
5
When completed, press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
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OSD
System
Option
Easy Setup
Auto Sleep
Restore
Application
Use the step-by-step ‘Easy Setup’ guide to complete basic settings.
Change the language of on-screen menus and messages.
Set the time period for the DVD recorder to turn to standby mode if there is no operation.
• Off
• 30 minutes
• 60 minutes
• 90 minutes
• 120 minutes
Reset all options to default settings.
Date/Time
Option Application
Clock Format Select a preferred clock format for display.
• M/D/Y-12Hr
• D/M/Y-12Hr
• Y/M/D-12Hr
• M/D/Y-24Hr
• D/M/Y-24Hr
• Y/M/D-24Hr
Date Set the system date.
* You can set the date up to 2099/12/31
(Year/Month/Day)
Time Set the system time.
Scanning TV Channels
When the ‘Scan Channel’ function is activated, the TV channels are scanned and stored in a specific order. If your TV content provider changes the channel listing, or if you reinstall this DVD recorder, you may need to go through this process again.
Editing Listed TV Channels
The automatic scanning process lists all available channels in a specific order. If you would like to change the sequence, you can further edit your preference in ‘Channel Editor’. The ‘Channel Editor’ also offers other customizing functions (e.g. rename channel, insert or disable channels, etc.) For more information, please see ‘Channel Editor’ (p.28).
Setting TV Audio
Use the ‘TV Audio’ option to set a preferred audio channel for viewing and recording TV programs through the DVD recorder.
▌ Stereo
Select to record the stereo sound channel of a TV program.
▌ Main
Select to record the primary language channel of a bilingual TV program.
▌ SAP (Sub)
Select to record the second language channel of a bilingual TV program.
▌ Mono
Select to record the mono sound channel of a TV program.
The audio setting is applicable only when the selected audio channel is offered.
Tuner
Option
Country
Utilities
TV Audio
Application
Select your country/region.
Perform channel scanning to create a channel list and edit the list.
• Scan Channel
• Edit Channel
Select the type of audio signal imported from TV tuner.
• Stereo
• Main
• SAP (Sub)
• Mono
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Video Input/Output
Option
Front AV
Input
Application
TV MODE Enable or disable the ‘TV MODE/
SCART Bypass’ function to control the viewing source alternation.
Prioritize the input source from the front-panel jacks.
• Auto
(* Use S-Video signal fi rst if available)
• S-Video
• Composite
Video
Output
HDMI
Resolution
HDMI
Output
Select the type of video signal supported by your TV.
• Component-Interlaced
• Component-Progressive
• SCART RGB
• SCART S-Video
Select a resolution mode compatible with your HDTV or HD-ready TV.
• Auto
• 576p
• 720p
• 1080i
• 1080p
Select the type of contents for output.
• Video+ Audio
• Video Only
Setting Component Video
Output
If your TV supports ‘Progressive Scan’ mode, you can choose to set the DVD recorder’s output accordingly to enjoy better video quality. ‘Progressive Scan’ mode differs from the ‘Interlaced Scan’ mode in how a video image is updated. In ‘Progressive Scan’ mode, scan lines for an image are refreshed in every pass and by a sequential order. In the ‘Interlaced Scan’ mode, image is updated by alternating sets of odd and even scan lines.
Progressive Scan Mode:
Line 1
Line 2
Line 3
Line 4
Line 5
Line 6
Line 7 etc
Setting TV MODE/SCART
Bypass
The ‘TV MODE/SCART Bypass’ feature allows you to watch videos/programs from the SCART source
(decoder, VCR, etc.) directly at the push of a button.
Interlaced Scan Mode:
Line 1
Line 3
Line 5
Line 7 etc
Line 2
Line 4
Line 6
If you accidentally set ‘Progressive’ as the video output mode when the DVD recorder is not connected to a progressive-scan-compatible TV, you may lose the video signal on your TV instantly. To recover the problem, switch off the DVD recorder, and then switch it on again. After the DVD recorder is switched on (in about 30 seconds), press (right direction button) ,
5, 0, 2, 0, on remote control, then press ENTER. The recorder will then be automatically switched off. The
DVD recorder’s TV output will be restored to default when you switch on the recorder next time.
You need to activate the function via the Setup menu before using the TV (MODE) button on remote control.
After you press TV (MODE) to view videos/programs from the SCART source, only POWER and TV
(MODE) buttons on the remote will be available to use. You can only press POWER to switch off the
DVD recorder, or press TV (MODE) again to return previous viewing mode.
After you press TV (MODE) to view videos/programs from the SCART source, status indicator will light up in the display window.
Depending on the cable manufacturers, the SCART cable you use to connect an external device to the
DVD recorder may not be able to detect all signals transferred via this connection. If you have activated the ‘TV MODE/SCART Bypass’ function via the Setup menu, and still have problem using the feature, try to use a new SCART cable.
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Setting HDMI Resolution
With an integrated video upscaler, this DVD recorder can automatically enhance resolution of the output picture up to 1080p (1080 scan lines, Progressive mode). Select a resolution mode supported by your
TV to enjoy sharper, clearer image.
The HDMI resolution setting may affect the video output mode of this recorder.
▌ If the HDMI resolution mode is set to ‘576p’, ‘720p’,
‘1080i’ or ‘1080p’, the recorder’s video output format will be automatically switched to the progressive scan mode (‘Component-Progressive’). If you
disconnect the HDMI cable for other connections, you need to either change the video output setting on the Setup menu, or use compatible TV sets.
▌ If the HDMI resolution mode is set to ‘Auto’, the recorder’s video output format will be automatically switched to the last selected interlaced scan mode
(‘SCART S-Video’, ‘SCART RGB’ or ‘Component-
Interlaced’) after you disconnect the HDMI cable.
Audio Output
Option
Dolby
Digital
DTS
Output
MPEG
Audio
Application
Set the digital audio output mode.
• PCM (when your amplifier does not have an integrated Dolby Digital decoder)
• Bit Stream (when your amplifier has an integrated Dolby Digital decoder)
Enable/disable the DTS (Digital Theater
System) feature offered by DVD-Video discs.
• On
• Off
Set the MPEG audio output mode.
• PCM (when your amplifier does not have an integrated MPEG audio decoder)
• Bit Stream (when your amplifier has an integrated MPEG audio decoder)
HDMI
Audio
Set the audio output mode via HDMI cable.
• Auto
• PCM
If the spoken language of your disc(s) is recorded using the DTS format, disabling the DTS option will result in loss of sound when watching film. Please always check the information on disc(s) before you decide to change options.
The DTS-encoded audio can only be transmitted via a digital audio device. Before enabling the ‘DTS
Output’, make sure you have established a digital audio connection. For more information, please see
‘Connecting the DVD Recorder’ (p.13)
Recording / Playback
Option
Recording
Mode
Application
Select a recording mode for different picture quality and recording time.
• HQ (High Quality)
• SP (Standard Play)
• LP (Long Play)
• EP (Extended Play)
• SLP (Super Long Play)
Chapter
Mark
Select the interval to insert chapter marks in recorded titles.
• Off
• 5 Minutes
• 10 Minutes
• 15 Minutes
• 20 Minutes
• 25 Minutes
• 30 Minutes
Slide Time Set the still picture playback speed.
• Off
• Interval
(3-99 Seconds)
VCD PBC Enable/disable the PBC (playback control) function offered by VCD or
SVCD.
• On
• Off
DivX (R)
VOD*
Display the registration code of the DVD recorder.
* depending on the model
DVD Movie
Option
Menu
Audio
Subtitle
Application
Set a preferred language for displaying the DVD menu.
Set a preferred audio language when watching a DVD-Video disc.
Set a preferred language when displaying subtitles of a DVD-Video disc.
Parental
Lock
Set a preferred level to control content access.
• Off
• 8: Adult
• 7: NC-17
• 6: R
• 5: PG-R
• 4: PG-13
• 3: PG
• 2: G
• 1: Kid Safe
Password Set password for the parental lock function. (default: 0000 [zero])
Aspect
Ratio
Select a viewing mode supported by your TV or display.
• 16:9 Wide
• 4:3 Pan
• 4:3 L.Box
If the DVD-Video disc is already preset to a default language, the playback will start following this setting, rather than your preferred option. You can later change the default setting using the Setup menu or
Navigation menu during playback.
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For the ‘Menu’, ‘Audio’ and ‘Subtitle’ options, the selected preference is applicable only when the discs have the desired language versions.
Setting Parental Lock
Some DVD-Video discs are encoded with a Parental
Management Level (PML) numbered from 0 to 8. You can set the parental control level of this DVD recorder to one of the numbers, then only a DVD-Video disc with the PML lower than the one you set can be played back by this DVD recorder.
1
Enter the ‘DVD Movie’ menu via SETUP → DVD
Movie.
2
Press to select ‘Parental Lock’, then press
ENTER.
3
If the level you select is different from the one you set before, an input box asking for password will appear. Enter the 4-digit password by pressing number buttons (0-9).
DVD Movie
1
Menu
Audio
Subtitle
Parental Lock
Password
Aspect Ratio
DVD
If you press or ENTER instead of number buttons, you will return to the upper level of the menu without making any change.
4
If the password you enter is correct, the change you made will be applied. Otherwise, the change will be ignored.
5
When completed, pressto return to the main menu.
6
Press or SETUP to completely exit the Setup menu.
Setting Password
1
Enter the ‘DVD Movie’ menu via SETUP → DVD
Movie.
2
Press to select ‘Password’, then press
ENTER.
3
Press number buttons ( 0-9) to enter your password.
4
If the password you enter is correct, you will be asked to enter a new password twice. If two passwords do not match, a warning message will appear.
1
Menu
Audio
Subtitle
Parental Lock
Password
Aspect Ratio
DVD Movie
DVD
5
When completed, pressto return to the main menu.
6
Press or SETUP to completely exit the Setup menu.
If you press or ENTER instead of number buttons
(0-9) when you are asked to enter a password, you will return to the second level of the menu without making any change.
If the password you enter is incorrect or unmatched, a warning message will appear for 5 seconds, and then you will be asked to enter your password again.
If you have forgotten your password, reset the DVD recorder via Setup → System → Restore.
Setting Aspect Ratio
Aspect ratio setting affects how video images are presented. Select 4:3 (standard) or 16:9 (widescreen) mode which suits your television.
▌ 16:9 Wide
Select this option if you connect the DVD recorder to a widescreen (16:9) TV.
▌ 4:3 L. Box (4:3 Letter Box)
Select this option if you connect the DVD recorder to a standard (4:3) TV, and wish to display widescreen image (16:9) in its original format.
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The picture will be shown with black bars at the top and bottom of the screen.
▌ 4:3 Pan (4:3 Pan & Scan)
Select this option if you connect the DVD recorder to a standard (4:3) TV, and wish to display widescreen image (16:9) in full-screen format.
The picture will be zoomed to fi ll the screen vertically with its left and right sides chopped off.
Some discs may not support this viewing option.
Even if you select the 4:3 Pan (4:3 Pan & Scan) mode, the picture will still be displayed in the 4:3
L.Box (4:3 Letter Box) format.
Channel Editor
‘Channel Editor’ offers users an easy-to-manage interface to organize your TV channel list. You can activate ‘Channel Editor’ through the following paths.
Via Setup Menu
Press SETUP to display the Setup menu.
Press to select ‘Tuner’, then press ENTER.
Press to select ‘Utilities’, then press
ENTER.
Press to select ‘Edit Channel’, then press
ENTER.
The Channel Editor menu will appear.
Pressing EDIT Button While Viewing TV
Press TV (MODE) or SOURCE to switch to the
TV-viewing mode.
TV Front AV
Recording_02_03
DV SCART
By default, pressing TV (MODE) allows you to switch to TV directly. However, if you have activated the
‘SCART Bypass’ mode earlier through Setup menu, you can only press SOURCE to switch to TV.
If you press SOURCE, you may need to press the button more than once to switch to ‘TV’.
Press EDIT to activate ‘Channel Editor’.
The Channel Editor menu will appear.
If you have not completed the channel scanning process before using the ‘Channel Editor’, a pop-up box asking you to do so will appear.
Press to select desired application, then press ENTER. If you still choose not to scan channels, you will need to switch on the channels one by one for further applications.
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Moving up/down TV
Channels
1
Press to select a channel from the list, then press ENTER.
CH:03
CNN News
HBO
AXN Sports
Discovery
Animax
The channel will be moved to the desired location.
4
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’ or another option to continue, then press ENTER.
After you insert channel(s), numbers of other channels will change accordingly.
CNN News
AXN Sports
HBO
Discovery
Animax
2
Press to select ‘Up’ or ‘Down’, then press
ENTER.
CH:01
AXN Sports
CNN News
HBO
Discovery
Animax
The order of the TV channel will be changed.
3
Each time when you press ENTER, the item will be moved in your designated direction.
4
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’ or another option to continue, then press ENTER.
Swapping TV Channels
1
Press to select a channel from the list, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Swap’, then press ENTER.
3
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the channel number, then press ENTER.
CNN News
HBO
AXN Sports
Discovery
Animax
Inserting TV Channels
1
Press to select a channel from the list, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Insert’, then press ENTER.
3
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the channel number, then press ENTER.
CH:01
CH:05
CNN News
Animax
AXN Sports
Discovery
HBO
The channel will be swapped to the designated location.
4
To swap other TV channels, repeat steps 1-3.
5
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’ or another option to continue, then press ENTER.
AXN Sports
CNN News
HBO
Discovery
Animax
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Renaming TV Channels
1
Press to select a channel from the list, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Rename’, then press ENTER.
4
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’ or another option to continue, then press ENTER.
Setting Decoder
Use this option to switch on or off the ‘Decode’ function for particular TV channel(s).
1
Press to select a channel from the list, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Decode’, then press ENTER.
CH:01
The keypad screen will appear.
3
Press to select desired characters from the keypad, then press ENTER after each entry.
For more information, please see the section ‘On-
Screen Input Keypad’ (p.34).
4
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’ or another option to continue, then press ENTER.
You can enter up to 10 characters for a name.
Enabling/Disabling TV
Channels
The automatic scanning process will list all the available channels for your reference. You can further edit this list by activating the ‘Enable/Disable’ function, which allows you to temporarily disable unwanted channel(s) from the list or enable the previously hidden channel(s) back to the list.
1
Press to select a channel from the list, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Enable’ or ‘Disable’, then press ENTER.
CH:01
CNN News
Animax
AXN Sports
Discovery
HBO
The channel selected will then be switched on or off.
3
To switch on or off other channels, repeat steps
1-2.
30
CNN News
Animax
AXN Sports
Discovery
HBO
A key icon will appear, indicating that the ‘Decode’ function for the selected channel is switched on.
3
To set the ‘Decode’ function on or off for other TV channels, repeat steps 1-2.
4
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’ or another option to continue, then press ENTER.
Setting Channel Frequency
Use this option to search for better channel signal, or to search for a particular channel which has not been listed after the scanning process.
1
Press to select a channel from the list, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Frequency’, then press
ENTER.
3
A pop-up box for entering the channel frequency will appear. Press or number buttons
(0-9) to enter the channel frequency, then press
ENTER.
CNN News
Animax
AXN Sports
Discovery
HBO
4
Press to select a suitable TV system, then press ENTER.
The DVD recorder will start searching for the channel signal.
5
When the scanning process is completed, press
to select your desired option, then press
ENTER.
▌ OK
If the scanning result is what you want, press to select ‘OK’, then press ENTER.
▌ Scan Next
If the scanning result is not what you want, press
to select ‘Scan Next’, then press ENTER.
The DVD recorder will then start searching for the next available channel frequency.
CNN News
Animax
AXN Sports
Discovery
HBO
ShowView
Programming
System
The ShowView programming system is a specially-designed feature for recording TV programs. The system greatly simplifi es the timer recording process, as it does not require users to enter program information, such as date, channel number and start/end time, which are all contained in the ShowView programming numbers. You can complete the timer recording setup simply by inputting the ShowView number, which can be found in most newspapers, TV listing magazines or online sources.
As channel numbers may vary depending on where you live, it is suggested that you build up a matching channel list when you fi rst set up the DVD recorder. This process will help you to make use of the ShowView system for future timer recording settings.
1
Press TV(MODE) or press SOURCE to set ‘TV’ as the signal source.
By default, pressing TV(MODE) allows you to switch to TV directly. However, if you have activated the
‘SCART Bypass’ mode earlier through Setup menu, you can only press SOURCE to switch to TV.
If you press SOURCE, you may need to press the button more than once to switch to ‘TV’.
2
Press EDIT to display the Channel Editor menu.
3
Press to select a TV channel, then press
ENTER.
4
Press to select ‘GCN’, then press ENTER.
▌ Cancel
If you decide not to make any change, press to select ‘Cancel’, then press ENTER.
6
To apply the frequency setting to other channels, repeat steps 1-5.
7
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’ or another option to continue, then press ENTER.
CH:01
31
CNN News
Animax
AXN Sports
Discovery
HBO
A pop-up box for entering GCN will appear.
5
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the GCN (Guide Channel Number), which is the channel number used by the ShowView system, then press ENTER.
6
To set GCN for other channels, repeat steps 3-5.
7
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER.
Getting Started
This chapter introduces three specially-designed interfaces, which aim to offer you a more convenient and hasslefree operation environment. Please follow the steps listed below for the applications.
Before you start
► Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g. VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that video from the DVD recorder can appear on screen. For further information, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.
► Make sure the remote control works.
Contents Menu
Contents Menu offers you a quick overview of what stored in your selected medium.
Screen Overview
A title/track/file/album
Press to start playback
File catalogue
When selected, the tab is highlighted
Press to view files or albums inside catalogue
Source Medium
Press to switch to
DVD or HDD
Page number
Page index
Press to go to previous page
Viewing mode
Press to switch between
‘Text’ and ‘Thumbnail’ modes
Access to Contents Menu
Press CONTENTS to display the Contents Menu.
Press CONTENTS again at any time to exit the program.
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Exit button Press to go to next page
File Structure
In the ‘Music’ and ‘Picture’ catalogues, a
‘Default Album’ will be automatically created to accommodate media fi les which are not grouped under particular directories. For example, if you organize your music and picture fi les on a disc as follows:
Root
A1.mp3
A
A2.mp3
B1.mp3
C
B2.mp3
C1.jpg
C2.jpg
D1.jpg
these fi les will be regrouped and displayed in a new structure shown below when you preview them in the Contents Menu. The fi le structure on your original disc will not be affected.
Root
A A1.mp3
Music
A2.mp3
Default B1.mp3
B2.mp3
C
C1.jpg
C2.jpg
Picture
Default
D1.jpg
Previewing Files via
Contents Menu
1
Press CONTENTS to display the Contents Menu.
2
Press HDD/DVD to switch to DVD or HDD. Or press to select ‘DVD’ or ‘HDD’ as the source medium, then press ENTER.
If you wish to view fi les on a disc, make sure the disc is supported by the DVD recorder, and place the disc carefully with label side facing up on the disc tray. For more details, please see ‘Disc Information’
(p.6).
3
Press to select the type of fi les (Video/Music/
Picture) you wish to view.
4
Press ENTER or to enter the selected catalogue.
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Please allow a few seconds for the DVD recorder to display all your fi les in the Contents Menu.
Only fi les in supported media formats will be displayed in the Contents Menu. Normal data fi les will not be shown.
If the name of a video fi le or title is too long, it will be abbreviated.
The name of a video fi le or title may not be correctly displayed, if it contains characters which use a coding page or character sets not supported by this DVD recorder. This, however, will not affect any operation you wish to perform.
If you want to view a different page, use the , or page index button to make selection.
5
If you have selected:
▌ Video
Press to select desired title or fi le, then press ENTER to start playback.
▌ Music & Picture
Press to select desired album. Press
PLAY to start playback
Or press ENTER to go to the selected album.
Press to select desired track or fi le, then press ENTER to start playback.
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On-Screen Input Keypad
On-screen input keypad offers you a simple way to enter fi le names. Entering your desired characters can be easily done by pressing the and ENTER buttons on your remote control.
Screen Overview
Cursor
Entry bar
Input Options:
[A] uppercase letters
[a] lowercase letters
[Symbol] symbols
[International] accented letters
Available characters, numbers, symbols
Move the cursor backwards
Move the cursor forwards
Back button
Press to delete character one by one
Cancel button
Press to discard changes and return to previous screen
Space button
Press to insert space in title/file name
Finish button
Press to confirm setting and exit screen
Clear button
Press to delete all characters
Shortcut Buttons
You can use the number-letter shortcuts on remote control to quickly select desired characters. When you press one of the number buttons, corresponding characters will be highlighted on-screen. Press the button repeatedly until you desired character is highlighted, then press ENTER to confi rm your selection.
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Entering New Title/File
Name
1
When the keypad screen appears, the ‘Back’ button will be automatically highlighted.
Press ENTER to delete the characters one by one.
2
Press to select the input option button, then press ENTER.
Press ENTER repeatedly to select your desired input option.
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3
Press to select desired characters, then press ENTER.
You can enter up to 30 characters for a title name.
4
If you want to make changes during the process, press to select ‘Back’, which allows you to delete character by character in a backward direction, then press ENTER.
If you want to delete all the characters you have entered, press to select ‘Clear’, then press ENTER.
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4
When completed, press to select ‘Finish’, then press ENTER.
If the entry bar is left blank, you will not be able to exit the screen by selecting the ‘Finish’ button. Please follow the instruction in pop-up box to complete the process.
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Easy Guider
Graphical and intuitive, the ‘Easy Guider’ menu guides you through all the major features available, and helps you to complete basic functions in just a few steps. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to start playback, record a
TV show or schedule a timer program. All functions in ‘Easy Guider’ can be conveniently selected and activated by pressing and ENTER buttons on your remote control.
Screen Overview
Function shortcut
Select a function to start
Back button
Press to return to previous step
Exit button
When selected, the icon is highlighted.
Press ENTER to start the function.
Screen window
Displays image of current video source
(* If you have been playing music files or audio CD,
the screen will be blank.)
(** If you have been playing picture files, a ‘Picture’
icon will appear.)
Access to Easy Guider
Press GUIDER to display the Easy Guider menu.
Press GUIDER again at any time to exit the program.
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Using Easy Guider:
Play
If you wish to view fi les on a disc, make sure the disc is supported by the DVD recorder, and place the disc carefully with label side facing up on the disc tray. For more details, please see ‘Disc Information’ (p.6).
Playing Media Files
(Video/Music/Picture)
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Play’, then press ENTER.
Select a function to start
2
Press to select ‘DVD’ or ‘HDD’ as the source medium, then press ENTER.
Select a device to start playback
3
Press to select the types of fi les (Video/Music/Picture) you wish to view, then press ENTER.
4
Press to select a title/fi le/album you wish to play, then press ENTER.
▌ Video
If you have selected a video title/fi le, playback will then start.
▌ Music
If you have selected a music album, proceed to press playback. to select a fi le or track to start
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▌ Picture
If you have selected a picture album, proceed to press to select a fi le to start playback.
5
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause playback.
Press PLAY to resume normal playback.
When playing picture fi les:
Press to rotate the picture clockwise, or press to rotate it counterclockwise.
Press or to skip the picture.
6
Press STOP to stop playback at a marked stop.
(Press PLAY to start playback from where you left off.)
Press STOP twice to bring the playback to a full stop.
(Press PLAY to start playback from the beginning.)
If you have selected DVD as the target device, playback will begin automatically when you insert a
DVD-Video disc, VCD, SVCD or audio CD.
If an MP3 fi le name contains two-byte characters
(e.g. Chinese characters), it may not be displayed correctly.
This DVD recorder does not support ID3 (for MP3) and WMA tags.
This DVD recorder does not support mp3PRO fi les.
The MP3 fi le bitrates supported by this DVD recorder are: 32Kbps - 320Kbps.
This DVD recorder does not support WMA lossless fi les and WMA fi les protected by DRM (digital rights management) technology.
Playing Picture with Music
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Play’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘DVD’ or ‘HDD’ as the source medium, then press ENTER.
3
Press to select ‘Picture with Music’, then press ENTER.
4
Press to select a picture album, then press ENTER.
5
Press to select a fi le, then press ENTER.
6
The music fi le catalogue will then appear. Press
to select a music album, then press
ENTER.
7
Press to select a fi le or track, then press
ENTER to start playback.
8
Press to rotate the picture clockwise, or press
to rotate it counterclockwise.
Press or to skip picture.
Press or to skip music fi le.
9
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause playback.
Press PLAY to resume normal playback.
Press STOP to stop playback.
Playing Last Recorded Title
(HDD Only)
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Play’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘HDD’ as the source medium, then press ENTER.
3
Press to select ‘Last Recorded’, then press
ENTER.
4
Playback of the last recorded title will then start.
5
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause playback.
Press STOP to stop playback at a marked stop.
(Press PLAY to start playback from where you left off.)
Press STOP twice to bring the playback to a full stop.
(Press PLAY to start playback from the beginning.)
Using Easy Guider:
Record
You may not be able to record a program from TV or from another device connected to this recorder, if the source material is copyprotected.
Please note that you CANNOT record/copy a rented or purchased video/disc from another device (video cassette recorder, DVD player,
DVD recorder, etc.) connected to this recorder.
Before you start
► Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g.
VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that video from the
DVD recorder can appear on screen. For further information, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.
► Check whether you select and insert a recordable disc. If you use blank DVD-RW discs, you will need to format the discs before recording.
Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.
► Check whether there is enough space on the disc or on the hard drive.
► Check whether the channel scanning process for your TV is completed.
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Record’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select the signal source, then press
ENTER.
Select a recording source
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If you select ‘TV’, press to select the channel you wish to record, then press ENTER.
3
Press to select ‘DVD’ or ‘HDD’ as the target medium to save the recording, then press ENTER.
4
Press to select a recording mode, then press
ENTER.
5
If you select ‘TV’ as the signal source, press to select the TV audio mode, then press ENTER.
6
Press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER.
Recording will start.
7
Press STOP to stop recording.
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause recording.
Press PAUSE/STEP again to resume recording.
One recording session in double-layer discs CAN-
NOT exceed 8 hours. Once the session has lasted for over 8 hours, this DVD recorder will automatically stop recording.
If you use a DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW (formatted in
‘Quick Preparation’ mode), you need to fi nalize the disc before it can be played back on other compatible devices. You can complete the process using ‘Easy
Guider’. Please see ‘Using Easy Guider: Disc
Tools’ (p.43) for details on how to fi nalize a disc.
Using Easy Guider:
Timer Record
You may not be able to record a program from TV or from another device connected to this recorder, if the source material is copyprotected.
Please note that you CANNOT record/copy a rented or purchased video/disc from another device (video cassette recorder, DVD player,
DVD recorder, etc.) connected to this recorder.
Before you start
► Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g.
VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that video from the
DVD recorder can appear on screen. For further information, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.
► Check whether you select and insert a recordable disc. If you use blank DVD-RW discs, you will need to format the discs before recording.
Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.
► Check whether the system date/time is correct.
► Check whether there is enough space on the disc or on the hard drive.
► Check whether the channel scanning process for your TV is completed.
Date/Time Mode
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Timer Record’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Date/Time Setting’, then press ENTER.
Select the mode to set a timer program
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3
Press to select the signal source, then press
ENTER.
If you select ‘TV’, press to select the channel you want to record, then press ENTER.
If you select ‘TV’, press to switch on or off the
PDC function, then press ENTER. (For more details, please see ‘ VPS (Video Programming System) &
PDC (Program Delivery Control)’ (p.41) in the note section.)
4
Press to select ‘Once’, ‘Daily’ or ‘Weekly’, then press ENTER.
Recording
Frequency
Suitable Applications
Once
To record program aired at a specifi c date/time
Daily
Weekly
To record program aired every day at a specifi c time
To record program aired on certain day(s) every week at a specfi c time
5
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the date, then press ENTER.
You can set the date up to 2099/12/31 (Year/Month/
Day)
6
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the Start time, then press ENTER.
7
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the End time, then press ENTER.
8
Press to select ‘DVD’ or ‘HDD’ as the target medium to save the recording , then press
ENTER.
9
Press to select a recording mode, then press
ENTER.
10
If your signal source is set to ‘TV’, press to select a TV audio mode, then press ENTER.
11
Summary of the timer program will appear.
Press to select ‘Back’ to modify the setting.
Or press ENTER to save the setting and exit the screen.
To modify the settings, select ‘Back’
Summary
ShowView System Mode
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Timer Record’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘ShowView Setting’, then press ENTER.
Select the mode to set a timer program
3
Press to select ‘Once’, ‘Daily’ or ‘Weekly’, then press ENTER.
4
Press number buttons (0-9) to enter the ShowView number of a program you wish to record, then press ENTER.
Press to switch on or off the PDC function, then press ENTER.
(For more details, please see ‘ VPS (Video Programming System) & PDC (Program Delivery Control)’
(p.41) in the note section.)
Enter ShowView number of the program
5
A ‘Preset Channel’ pop-up box will appear, if the
DVD recorder fails to fi nd information of a corresponding channel.
Press to enter the channel number which corresponds to the GCN (Guide Channel Number) designated by the ShowView system, then press
ENTER.
Enter corresponding channel number
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As the channel number of a TV station may vary depending on where you live, you need to set up a matching list in order to use the ShowView system to schedule a timer program.
For example, on the ShowView System’s TV listings, the X station is assigned with a GCN (2), while it is designated to channel 4 and 15 in region A and
B, respectively. To set up the corresponding list, enter the number 4 or 15 when the ‘Preset Channel’ pop-up box appears.
Region A
Region B
Region C
X
X
TV
Station
X
GCN
2
2
2
Preset
Channel
4
15
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6
Press to select ‘DVD’ or ‘HDD’ as the target medium to save the recording, then press ENTER.
7
Press to select a recording mode, then press
ENTER.
8
If your signal source is set to ‘TV’, press to select a TV audio mode, then press ENTER.
9
Summary of the timer program will appear. Press
ENTER to exit the screen.
Using Easy Guider:
Copy
You may only use this DVD recorder to reproduce or copy materials for which you own the copyright; or have obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner; or 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.
Make sure a recordable disc is inserted before the timer programs start.
(Program Delivery Control)
VPS/PDC services are used to automatically check the time information of TV programs being aired. If the TV stations in your area carry the service, you can switch on the PDC function when scheduling a timer program on this DVD recorder. With the function activated, the recorder will check whether the start time of your preset program has been rescheduled, and begin recording at the most updated time accordingly.
You can assign a maximum of 20 PDC settings.
Please note that the PDC signal can only be monitored when DVD recorder is in standby mode.
If you have been using the DVD recorder before a preset timer program starts, the recording will begin following the original schedule.
You can schedule a maximum of 32 timer programs.
If the setting list is full, you need to cancel some of the reserved programs fi rst.
This DVD recorder features ‘power-on’ timer recording: you do not need to switch off the recorder to activate the function.
One recording session in double-layer discs CAN-
NOT exceed 8 hours. Once the session has lasted for over 8 hours, this DVD recorder will automatically stop recording.
If you use a DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW (formatted in
‘Quick Preparation’ mode), you need to fi nalize the disc before it can be played back on other compatible devices. You can complete the process using ‘Easy
Guider’. Please see ‘Using Easy Guider: Disc
Tools’ (p.43) for details on how to fi nalize a disc.
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Before you start
► Check whether you select and insert a recordable disc. If you use blank DVD-RW discs, you will need to format the discs before copying. Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.
► Check whether there is enough space on the disc or on the hard drive.
► Check whether there are fi les on the disc you insert, if you would like to make copies from disc to the hard drive.
Copying (Disc to HDD)
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Copy’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘DVD to HDD’, then press
ENTER.
Select how you wish to copy files
3
If you have inserted:
▌ Audio CD, VCD, SVCD
Press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER.
The copying process will then start.
▌Disc with Video Titles
A disc menu will appear.
Press to select the title you would like to copy, then press ENTER.
Press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER.
The copying process will then start.
▌ Disc with Data & Media Files
Press to select the type of fi le you would like to copy, then press ENTER. ( Proceed to step 4)
Select the media type you wish to copy
7
Press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER or press GUIDER to exit the Easy Guider.
Copying (HDD to Disc)
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Copy’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘HDD to DVD’, then press
ENTER.
Select how you wish to copy files
4
If you have chosen:
▌ All
The copying process will then start.
▌ Video
Press to select desired fi le, then press
ENTER.
The copying process will then start.
▌ Music / Picture
Press to select desired album, then press
ENTER. ( Proceed to step 5)
5
Press to select desired fi le, then press
ENTER. A pop-up box showing further copying options will appear.
3
Press to select the type of fi le you would like to copy, then press ENTER.
Select the media type you wish to copy
Press to select ‘Selected File’, then press
ENTER, if you would like to copy only the selected fi le.
Press to select ‘Whole Album’, then press
ENTER, if you would like to copy all fi les in the album.
The pop-up box will appear when you fi rst enter the album. If you decide to copy the whole album after adopting the ‘Selected File’ option, you will need to
exit the album fi rst. Press to select ‘Return’, then press ENTER to go back to the album level.
6
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the Contents Menu.
4
If you have chosen:
▌ Video
Press to select desired fi le, then press
ENTER.
The copying process will then start.
▌ Music / Picture
Press to select desired album, then press
ENTER. ( Proceed to step 5)
5
Press to select desired fi le, then press
ENTER. A pop-up box showing further copying options will appear.
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Press to select ‘Selected File’, then press
ENTER, if you would like to copy only the selected fi le.
Press to select ‘Whole Album’, then press
ENTER, if you would like to copy all fi les in the album.
The pop-up box will appear when you fi rst enter the album. If you decide to copy the whole album after adopting the ‘Selected File’ option, you will need to
exit the album fi rst. Press to select ‘Return’, then press ENTER to go back to the album level.
6
Press to select other fi les you would like to copy, then press ENTER.
7
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the Contents Menu.
8
Press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER or press GUIDER to exit the Easy Guider.
If you use a DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW (formatted in
‘Quick Preparation’ mode), you need to fi nalize the disc before it can be played back on other compatible devices. You can complete the process using ‘Easy
Guider’. Please see ‘Using Easy Guider: Disc
Tools’ (p.43) for details on how to fi nalize a disc.
Materials recorded on a VCD/SVCD disc CAN-
NOT be copied to the hard drive before the disc is fi nalized.
If you own the copyright, you may copy an entire
DVD-Video disc to the hard drive. Contents of a
DVD-Video disc can only be copied from hard drive to a blank DVD disc.
If you copy recorded titles to a blank DVD disc (DVD-
R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW), you will not be able to use the same disc to copy data fi les, and vice versa.
Using Easy Guider:
Disc Tools
Use ‘ Disc Tools’ to complete post-production tasks and manage the built-in hard drive.
Media
HDD
Disc
Available Tools
• Erase
• Clean up
• Defragment
• Erase
• Finalize (Make Compatible)
• Label Disc
Before using the ‘Erase’ function, please make sure all your important fi les are safely backed up. Once you perform this function, all contents will be permanently deleted.
Erase (HDD & Disc)
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Disc Tools’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select the medium, then press
ENTER.
▌ Tools for Hard Drive
Screen showing available options for hard drive will appear.
Select a function
▌ Tools for Disc
Screen showing available options for disc will appear.
Select a function
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3
Press to select ‘Erase’, then press ENTER.
4
Press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER.
The erasing process will then start.
5
When completed, press ENTER to exit the screen.
Clean up (HDD)
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Disc Tools’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Tools for Hard Drive; then press ENTER.
3
Press to select ‘Clean up’, then press
ENTER.
4
Press to select ‘Delete Older Files’, ‘Delete
Larger Files’, ‘Delete Seldom Played Files’, ‘Delete
Album’, or ‘Delete All’, then press ENTER.
Select the files you wish to delete
The clean-up process will then start.
7
When completed, press ENTER to exit the screen.
The application will permanently delete selected fi les or albums.
Overall clean-up time may vary depending on the original recording conditions.
Defragment (HDD)
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Disc Tools’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Tools for Hard Drive; then press ENTER.
3
Press to select ‘Defragment’, then press
ENTER.
4
Press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER.
5
If you choose to delete fi les or albums, press to select ‘Delete’ or ‘Skip’, then press ENTER.
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Name
Date
Dimension
Format
Size canaletto14
2000/01/12
900x542
JPEG
128 KB
Delete Skip
6
If you choose to delete all fi les, press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER.
The defragmenting process will then start.
5
When completed, press ENTER to exit the screen.
Materials on the hard drive will not be lost during this process.
Regular defragmenting is recommended, as it helps improve overall performance of the hard drive.
If during the process you decide to cancel the application, you can press to select ‘Exit’, then press
ENTER to exit the present screen.
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Finalize [Make Compatible]
(Disc)
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Disc Tools’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Tools for Disc; then press
ENTER.
3
Press to select ‘Finalize (Make Compatible)’, then press ENTER.
4
Press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER.
The finalizing process will then start.
5
When completed, press ENTER to exit the screen.
Finalizing a disc is a necessary step when you want to share certain types of digital content with others.
Once a disc is finalized, it can be played back on other DVD players or on PCs. For more details, please see
Only discs used to record video titles require finalization. Discs used to copy media files (such as MP3 or
JPEG files) are considered as data: there is no need to finalize these discs.
Label Disc (Disc)
1
On the Easy Guider menu, press to select
‘Disc Tools’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Tools for Disc; then press
ENTER.
3
Press to select ‘Label Disc’, then press
ENTER.
The on-screen keypad will appear.
4
Press and ENTER buttons to enter the name.
5
After finishing entering the characters, press
to select ‘Finish’, then press ENTER to start labeling the disc.
6
When completed, press ENTER to exit the screen.
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Recording
DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL (double layer) & HDD
(integrated)
You may not be able to record a program from TV or from another device connected to this recorder, if the source material is copy-protected.
Please note that you CANNOT record/copy a rented or purchased video/disc from another device (video cassette recorder, DVD player, DVD recorder, etc.) connected to this recorder.
This DVD recorder adopts the DVD+VR recording format, which enjoys a relatively greater compatibility.
However, it is still likely that recordings made with this recorder may not be able to be played back on other DVD recorders or DVD players.
One recording session in double-layer discs CANNOT exceed 8 hours. Once the session has lasted for over 8 hours, this DVD recorder will automatically stop recording.
If you use a DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW (formatted in ‘Quick Preparation’ mode), you need to finalize the disc before it can be played back on other compatible devices. You can complete the process using ‘Easy Guider’.
Please see ‘Using Easy Guider: Disc Tools’ (p.43) for details on how to finalize a disc.
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Recording from TV
Before you start
► Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g.
VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that signal from the
DVD recorder can appear on screen. For further information, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.
► Check whether you select and insert a recordable disc. If you use blank DVD-RW discs, you will need to format the discs before recording.
Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.
► Check whether there is enough space on the disc or on the hard drive.
► Check whether the channel scanning process for your TV is completed.
3
Press TV (MODE) or SOURCE to select ‘TV’ as the signal source.
By default, pressing TV (MODE) allows you to switch to TV directly. However, if you have activated the
‘SCART Bypass’ mode earlier through Setup menu, you can only press SOURCE to switch to TV.
If you press SOURCE, you may need to press the button more than once to switch to ‘TV’.
4
Press CH+ and CH- to select desired channel.
Recording_01_02
You can press number buttons (0-9) to select a channel. When completed, press ENTER for confi rmation.
(For Channel 6, press 6, then ENTER. For Channel
55, press 5, 5 and ENTER.)
5
Press RECORD to start recording.
1
Select a recording mode.
Press SETUP to display the Setup menu.
Press to select ‘Recording/Playback’, then press or ENTER.
Press to select ‘Recording Mode’, then press
ENTER.
Press to select a recording mode, then press
ENTER.
Recording / Playback
1
Recording Mode
Chapter Mark
Slide Time
VCD PBC
DivX(R) VOD
5 seconds
---------------
HQ
SP
LP
EP
SLP
DVD
6
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause recording
Press STOP to stop recording.
7
Press RECORD again if you need to start another recording session.
When the DVD recorder is switched on during recording, you can only view the recorded channel on screen. If you would like to watch a different TV channel, you can do so by switching your TV’s input source to tuner device (e.g. antenna, cable box or satellite box). This will not affect the recording already in progress. For further information on how to change the input source, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.
When completed, press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
2
Select the target medium to save the recording.
▌ HDD
Press HDD/DVD to switch to HDD.
▌ Disc
Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.
Carefully place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up, then press OPEN/CLOSE.
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Recording from External Sources
VCR/V8 Camcorder/
DVD Player
Before you start
► Make sure all the cables are correctly connected from external device’s AV OUTPUT jacks to the recorder’s AV INPUT jacks.
Connecting via front-panel jacks
2
Press HDD/DVD to select your target medium.
If you would like to record on disc, press OPEN/
CLOSE to open the disc tray, and place a recordable disc on the tray.
Press OPEN/CLOSE again to close the tray.
3
Start playback on the external device, and pause the playback at the beginning of a scene you wish to record.
4
Start playback on the external device again.
Press RECORD to start recording.
5
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause recording.
Press STOP to stop recording.
6
Press RECORD again to start another recording session.
Audio/Video Cable
L R
OUT
S-VIDEO Cable
S-VIDEO
OUT
L R
OUT
Audio Cable
DV
(Digital Camcorder)
By default, this DVD recorder automatically selects S-Video signal over the composite one when both input jacks are used to connect to other devices. If you would like your videos to be imported from a specifi c source, you can either change the default setting through Setup →
Video Input/Output → Front AV Input, or use one set of the connections at a time.
Connecting via rear-panel jacks
SCART OUT
The DV-Link INPUT jack on this recorder is for use with DV-compatible camcorders only.
Only DV signals can be input to the DV-Link jack on this DVD recorder.
Do not connect a MICRO MV format video camcorder to the DV-Link jack.
It is possible that your DV may not be fully supported by the recorder. If you experience problem using the DV-Link for recording, please connect your DV via S-Video or composite cables to this DVD recorder.
SCART IN
SCART IN (AUX/DECODER)
1
Press SOURCE repeatedly to select the correct signal source.
TV
DV
Front AV
SCART
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Before you start
► Check whether the DV is correctly connected to the inputs of this recorder.
DV / Link
DV-Link
IEEE 1394
DV OUT
Camcorder
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Press STOP to stop recording.
DV will stop playing back the footage.
Recording without ‘Rec Link’
1
Press SOURCE repeatedly to select ‘DV’ as the signal source.
2
Press to select ‘Rec Link’ button on the screen, then press ENTER to switch off the function.
You can control your DV either through the
on-screen control bar using and ENTER buttons, or through the control keys on DV.
Recording with ‘Rec Link’
The ‘Rec Link’ feature allows you to easily record
DV footage with the recorder’s remote control. This function is enabled by default.
1
Press SOURCE repeatedly to select ‘DV’ as the signal source.
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Recording_02_05
3
Press HDD/DVD to select your target medium.
If you would like to record on disc, press OPEN/
CLOSE to open the disc tray, and place a recordable disc on the tray.
Press OPEN/CLOSE again to close the tray.
4
Switch your DV to playback mode.
5
Press to select a desired function from the on-screen control bar, then press ENTER.
Pause the playback at the beginning of a scene you wish to record.
6
Press RECORD to start recording.
The control bar will appear with the ‘Rec Link’ feature enabled. You can control your DV either through
the on-screen control bar using and ENTER buttons, or through the control keys on DV.
2
Press HDD/DVD to select your target medium.
If you would like to record on disc, press OPEN/
CLOSE to open the disc tray, and place a recordable disc on the tray.
Press OPEN/CLOSE again to close the tray.
3
Switch your DV to playback mode.
Start playback on DV, and pause the playback at the beginning of a scene you wish to record.
4
Press RECORD to start recording.
7
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause recording.
Press STOP to stop recording.
8
Press RECORD again to start another recording session.
After you press RECORD, start playing back the footage.
DV will automatically
5
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause recording.
DV will continue playing back the footage.
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Recording Options
One-Touch Recording
1
When all recording settings are confirmed, press
RECORD twice to instantly start a 30-minute recording session.
2
For longer recording hours, press RECORD repeatedly, which will offer you a length option of up to 6 hours in 30-minute increments.
3
Press RECORD again if you need to start another recording session.
‘One-Touch Recording’ will start with the recorder’s default recording settings.
The overall recording time depends on the selected recording mode and the storage capacity available on your target medium.
Recording will stop automatically when there is no more space on your target medium or when it reaches the end of your preset duration.
Playing Last
Recorded Title (HDD)
1
Press HDD/DVD to switch to HDD.
2
Press PLAY.
3
Playback of the last recorded title will then start.
‘You can also play back the last recorded title via
GUIDER → Play → HDD → Last Recorded.
Adding New Sessions
1
After the previous recording is stopped, press
RECORD again to start another recording session.
2
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause recording.
Press STOP to stop recording.
3
Press RECORD again if you need to start another recording session.
Each new recording session is placed after the previous session unless a certain recorded title is set to be overwritten (applicable to DVD-RW/DVD+RW discs only)
Using Chapter Mark
During or after recording, you can create chapters by inserting chapter marks in a video title. Depending on the target medium you use, the number of maximum chapters and titles you can add may vary. Please see the table below for details.
Type
HDD
Maxi. Title
5994* -
Maxi. Chapter
DVD 49** 254
* For each title, you can create up to 999 chapters.
** For each title, you can create up to 99 chapters. But you can only create a maximum of 254 chapters in one disc.
Changing Chapter Interval
1
Press SETUP to display the Setup menu.
2
Press to select ‘Recording/Playback’, then press ENTER.
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1
Recording / Playback
Recording Mode
Chapter Mark
Slide Time
VCD PBC
DivX(R) VOD
5 seconds
---------------
HQ
SP
LP
EP
SLP
DVD
3
Press to select ‘Chapter Mark’, then press
ENTER.
Recording / Playback
1
Recording Mode
Chapter Mark
Slide Time
VCD PBC
DivX(R) VOD
5 seconds
---------------
DVD
4
Press to select your desired interval, then press ENTER.
5
When completed, pressto return to the main menu.
6
Press or SETUP to completely exit the Setup menu.
New chapter division setting will take effect on future recordings; it CANNOT be applied to titles already recorded.
Inserting Additional Chapter
Marks
During recording, you can manually insert extra chapter marks other than those created by system default setting.
1
During recording, press EDIT to insert chapter mark at your desired point.
Chpater Inserted
2
To add more chapter marks, repeat step 1.
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Timer Recording
DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL (double layer) & HDD
(integrated)
You may not be able to record a program from TV or from another device connected to this recorder, if the source material is copy-protected.
This DVD recorder adopts the DVD+VR recording format, which enjoys a relatively greater compatibility.
However, it is still likely that recordings made with this recorder may not be able to be played back on other DVD recorders or DVD players.
One recording session in double-layer discs CANNOT exceed 8 hours. Once the session has lasted for over 8 hours, this DVD recorder will automatically stop recording.
If you use a DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW (formatted in ‘Quick Preparation’ mode), you need to finalize the disc before it can be played back on other compatible devices. You can complete the process using ‘Easy Guider’.
Please see ‘ Using Easy Guider: Disc Tools’ (p.43) for details on how to finalize a disc.
Before you start
► Check whether the system date and time of the DVD recorder is correct.
► Check whether there is enough space on the disc or on the hard drive.
► Check whether the channel scanning process for your TV is completed.
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Timer Record Menu
Info Screen 1
Remaining time (available space)
(*white bar represents space available at current recording mode)
Preset recording mode
Disc
HDD
Error message
Delete icon
The icon appears when the timer program is highlighted.
Press to delete a timer program.
33h25m--SP
Press to go to previous page
Exit button
System date
System time
Page index
Indicates the timer program was successfully activated
Indicates the timer program was not successfully activated
Scroll indicator.
Press to go to Info
Screen 2 for more details Target medium for the timer program
Info Screen 2
Recording mode of the timer program PDC/VPS setting of the timer program
ShowView number of the timer program
99999
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1972623
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420124
061776
18370524
HDD
HDD
DVD
DVD
HDD
HDD
DVD
EP
HQ
HQ
On
Mono
Mono
TV audio setting of the timer program
Timer program set using the
Date/Time mode
Press to enter the timer program setup screen
EP
HQ
On
On
Mono
Mono
Scroll indicator
Press to go to Info
Screen 1 for more details
Target medium for the timer program
Exit button
The schedule list is automatically sorted by system according to the start time of each preset program.
You can set a maximum of 32 timer programs, which will be displayed on four separate pages. If there are fewer than 8 programs, the ‘Next Page’ button will not be shown.
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Setting Timer Program
Date/Time Mode
1
Press TIMER to display the Timer Record menu.
2
Press ENTER to start new setting, or press
to select a previous setting which you would like to modify, then press ENTER.
3
Press ENTER and to select the signal source, then press ENTER.
If you select ‘TV’ as the signal source, press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the channel number, then press ENTER.
4
Press ENTER and to select the target medium for saving the recording, then press ENTER.
5
Press to select a recording mode, then press
ENTER.
6
Press ENTER and to select the recording frequency, then press ENTER.
▌ Once
If you select ‘Once’, you need to set the date. Press
or number buttons (0-9) to enter the date.
You can set the date up to 2099/12/31 (Year/Month/
Day).
▌ Daily
The timer program will be automatically set for each day until the setting is cancelled or there is not enough space on the target medium.
▌ Weekly
A weekly calendar will appear for you to select the day.
Press to select desired day(s), then press
ENTER to confi rm your selection. You can select more than one day from the pull-down menu.
When completed, press to select ‘OK’, then press ENTER.
7
Press ENTER and (or number buttons
[0-9] ) to enter the start time, then press ENTER.
8
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the end time, then press ENTER.
9
If you select ‘TV’ as the signal source, press
ENTER and to select the TV audio mode, then press ENTER.
10
Press ENTER and to switch on or off the
PDC function, then press ENTER.
For more details, please see ‘ VPS (Video Programming System) & PDC (Program Delivery Control)’
(p.55) in the note section.
11
Press to select ‘OK’, then press ENTER to save the setting and return to the Timer Record menu.
Press to select ‘Cancel’, then press
ENTER, if you would like to discard current setting.
If the start time coincides with that of another preset program, the ‘OK’ button will be disabled.
Select ‘Cancel’ to discard the setting, or press
and number buttons (0-9) to revise the time.
12
I f you would like to schedule more timer programs, press to select another item on the list, then press ENTER.
If not, select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER. Or press
ENTER to exit the Timer Record menu.
► Stop a timer-recording session
Press STOP to stop the timer recording.
Please note that it may take a few seconds before the program is completely brought to an end.
►
Check the status during timer recording
Press DISPLAY to bring up the Timer Record information on screen.
Advanced Setting
If you select ‘Daily’ or ‘Weekly’ for timer recording, it is suggested that you use further commands for more effective application. Press to select
‘Advanced’, then press ENTER. Choose whether or not to specify a time period for your timer programs by selecting ‘With restriction’ or ‘Without restriction’.
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ShowView Mode
There are two ways to schedule timer programs using the ShowView system. For more information, please see ‘ShowView Programming System’
(p.31).
Pressing the ShowView Button
Press the ShowView button to display the
ShowView system menu.
Via Timer Record Menu
Press TIMER to display the Timer Record menu.
Press ENTER to start new setting, or press to select a previous setting which you would like to modify, then press ENTER.
Press to select the ‘ShowView’ button, then press ENTER to display the ShowView setup menu.
1
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the ShowView number of a program you wish to record, then press ENTER.
#
Sound
PDC/VPS
Details of the program will appear.
2
A ‘Preset Channel’ pop-up box will appear, if the
DVD recorder fails to fi nd information of a corresponding channel.
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the channel number which corresponds to the
GCN (Guide Channel Number) designated by the
ShowView system, then press ENTER.
#
Sound
PDC/VPS
As the channel number of a TV station may vary depending on where you live, you need to set up a matching list in order to use the ShowView system to schedule a timer program.
For example, on the ShowView System’s TV listings, the X station is assigned with a GCN (2), while it is designated to channel 4 and 15 in region A and
B, respectively. To set up the corresponding list, enter the number 4 or 15 when the ‘Preset Channel’ pop-up box appears.
Region A
Region B
Region C
TV
Station
X
X
X
GCN
2
2
2
Preset
Channel
4
15
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3
Press ENTER and to select the recording frequency, then press ENTER.
4
Press ENTER and to select the target medium for saving the recording, then press ENTER.
5
Press to select a recording mode, then press
ENTER.
6
Press ENTER and to select the TV audio mode, then press ENTER.
7
Press ENTER and to switch on or off the
PDC function, then press ENTER.
For more details, please see ‘ VPS (Video Programming System) & PDC (Program Delivery Control)’
(p.55) in the note section.
8
Press to select ‘OK’, then press ENTER to save the setting and return to the Timer Record menu.
Press to select ‘Cancel’, then press
ENTER, if you would like to discard current setting.
If you would like to return to the Date/Time mode,
press to select ‘Date/Time Setting’, then press ENTER. Please note that all the settings you have entered will be cleared once you exit the present setup screen.
9
I f you would like to schedule more timer programs, press to select another item on the list, then press ENTER.
If not, select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER. Or press
ENTER to exit the Timer Record menu.
VPS (Video Programming System) & PDC
(Program Delivery Control)
VPS/PDC services are used to automatically check the time information of TV programs being aired. If the TV stations in your area carry the service, you can switch on the PDC function when scheduling a timer program on this DVD recorder. With the function activated, the recorder will check whether the start time of your preset program has been rescheduled, and begin recording at the most updated time accordingly.
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You can assign a maximum of 20 PDC settings.
Please note that the PDC signal can only be monitored when DVD recorder is in standby mode.
If you have been using the DVD recorder before a preset timer program starts, the recording will begin following the original schedule.
You can schedule a maximum of 32 timer programs.
If the setting list is full, you need to cancel some of the reserved programs first.
This DVD recorder features ‘power-on’ timer recording: you do not need to switch off the recorder to activate the function.
One recording session in double-layer discs CAN-
NOT exceed 8 hours. Once the session has lasted for over 8 hours, this DVD recorder will automatically stop recording.
If you use a DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW (formatted in
‘Quick Preparation’ mode), you need to finalize the disc before it can be played back on other compatible devices. You can complete the process using ‘Easy
Guider’. Please see ‘Using Easy Guider: Disc
Tools’ (p.43) for details on how to finalize a disc.
Why is my preset program not completely recorded?
• Space
If there is not enough space on the target medium, your preset program can only be partially recorded depending on the capacity available.
• Overlapped Settings
The unfinished recording may occur when time settings of two timer programs overlap.
The DVD recorder will stop recording the earlier program at the start time of the later program. (The black bars represent contents recorded.)
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Time Shift
Please note that if the source materials you are viewing are copy-protected, you will not be able to make use of the ‘Time Shift’ function.
Before you start
► Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g. VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that signal from the DVD recorder can appear on screen. For further information, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.
► Check whether the channel scanning process for your TV is completed.
Pause Live TV
1
Press CH+ and CH- to select a desired channel.
2
Press TIME SHIFT to pause the program you are currently watching.
Record & Play
1
During recording or timer recording, press PLAY to start playback of contents recorded on the hard drive.
2
Playback will then start from beginning of the recorded session.
The scene displayed on the TV screen will be the last picture shown when you press TIME SHIFT.
3
Press PLAY when you decide to go back to watch the program. The program will then be played back from where it is interrupted.
4
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause playback.
Press PLAY again to resume playback.
Press F. F. to fast-forward playack.
Press F. R. to rewind playack.
5
Press TIME SHIFT to switch off the function, and return to the normal TV-viewing mode.
The maximum time for live program pause is 2 hours.
3
Press PAUSE/STEP to pause playback.
Press PLAY again to resume playback.
Press STOP to stop playback.
Press STOP again to stop the recording completely.
The function is applicable to video titles recorded on hard drive only.
You can only use this function when the recording has been in progress for at least 10 seconds.
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Playback
Please note that it is likely you may not be able to play back discs which contain contents recorded in other DVD recorders.
This DVD recorder can only play DVD-Video discs marked with the same region code as printed on its rear panel. For details on which types of discs or files can be played back on this DVD recorder, please see ‘Disc
If you use a DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW (formatted in ‘Quick Preparation’ mode), you need to finalize the disc before it can be played back on other compatible devices. You can complete the process using ‘Easy Guider’.
Please see ‘ Using Easy Guider: Disc Tools’ (p.43) for details on how to finalize a disc.
Navigation Menu
Screen Overview
Media DVD-Video / Video Titles MPEG-1/MPEG-2 Files Audio CD / Music Files
Screen
View
Media VCD / SVCD MPEG-4 Files Picture Files
Screen
View
The options shown on the Navigation menu vary depending on the media types (e.g. DVD, audio CD, VCD, etc.) as well as the supporting features offered by the media being played. Unavailable options will be disabled.
Access to the Navigation Menu
Press NAVI. to display the Navigation menu.
Press and ENTER to select a playback option from the menu, and set your preference.
When completed, press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER.
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Playback Options
Repeat
Use the ‘Repeat’ function to set your playback preference.
1
Press ENTER repeatedly to choose a repeat mode.
Type
DVD-Video
Video Title
Repeat Mode
Repeat One
Repeat Off
VCD
SVCD
Video Files
Audio CD
Music Files
Picture Files
Repeat All
Repeat Off
Repeat One
Repeat Off
Repeat All
Shuffle Mode
Repeat One
Repeat Off
Repeat All
Shuffle Mode
Repeat One
Repeat Off
Repeat All
Shuffle Mode
Repeat One Repeat All
Shuffle Mode
2
To resume the normal image size, press to select ‘100%’, then press ENTER.
3
To view different sections of the enlarged image, go to the on-screen control pad.
Press to select the direction you would like to apply, then press ENTER.
Press ENTER repeatedly, if necessary, to move the image.
Picture Control
The ‘Picture Control’ function not only allows you to enlarge or reduce the picture image, but also makes it possible to pan through the image for more detailed viewing.
1
Press to select the (zoom in) icon, then press ENTER repeatedly to enlarge the picture by 25%, 50%, 75% or 100%.
Or select the (zoom out) icon, then press
ENTER repeatedly to reduce the picture by 75%,
50% or 25%.
Zoom
The ‘Zoom’ feature allows you to enlarge the video image and to pan through the enlarged image during playback.
1
Press to select the (zoom in) icon, then press ENTER repeatedly to enlarge the video image by 100%, 200%, 300% or 400%.
Or select the (zoom out) icon, then press
ENTER repeatedly to reduce the video image by
400%, 300%, 200% or 100%.
2
To resume the normal image size, press to select ‘Full Size’, then press ENTER.
3
To view different sections of the enlarged picture, go to the on-screen control pad.
Press to select the direction you would like to apply, then press ENTER.
Press ENTER repeatedly, if necessary, to move the image.
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Slow Motion
1
Press to select from the options, then press
ENTER.
···► 1/2x (forward)
···► 1/4x (forward)
◄··· 1/2x (backward)
◄··· 1/4x (backward)
2
Press PLAY to resume normal playback.
Search
You can search a disc which contains video fi les or titles by entering the title/chapter number or by entering a specifi c time. A similar function is also available when you play audio CDs or music fi les.
► Search by Title/Chapter Number
1
Press to select ‘Title/Chapter’, then press
ENTER.
2
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the numbers, then press ENTER.
The bar for entering time will appear.
If during the process you would like to revise the
number you enter, press to re-edit the last digit(s) when necessary.
If the number you enter exceeds total time, an invalid icon will appear, and the recorder will keep playing back the disc.
If you would like to see the overall time, please go to
‘Information’ on the Navigation menu.
A-B Repeat
1
When playback reaches the beginning of your desired session, press to select ‘Set Point A’, then press ENTER.
The bar for entering the title/chapter number will appear.
If during the process you would like to revise the
number you enter, press to re-edit the last digit(s) when necessary.
For more details on ‘title’ and ‘chapter’, please see
‘Disc Information (Title & Chapter)’ (p.8)
If the number you enter exceeds total title/chapter number, an invalid icon will appear, and the recorder will keep playing back the disc.
If you would like to see the total number of title/chapter, please go to ‘Information’ on the Navigation menu.
► Search by Time
1
Press to select ‘Time’, then press ENTER.
2
Press or number buttons (0-9) to enter the numbers, then press ENTER.
2
When playback reaches the end of the desired session, press to select ‘Set Point B’, then press ENTER.
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Playback of the designated session will start.
3
To cancel the repeat mode, press to select
‘Cancel’, then press ENTER.
If you exit the function, setting only point A, the preset point A will still be valid when you enter the
‘A-B Repeat’ function next time.
The ‘Cancel’ function is only available when both point A and point B are set.
The ‘A-B Repeat’ setting will be canceled when you bring the program to a marked stop or a full stop.
Subtitle
On some pre-recorded DVDs, there may be more than one subtitle language. If the DVD-Video disc is already preset to a default language, the playback will start following this setting, but you can use the
Navigation menu to select a different language at any time during playback.
1
Press to select a subtitle language, then press ENTER.
Angle
Some pre-recorded DVD discs contains scenes shot from different camera angles. You can choose to view these camera angles during playback.
1
Press to select a camera angle, then press
ENTER.
Information
During playback, you can select to display the disc information on the top of the screen or to hide it.
1
Press to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’, then press
ENTER.
Audio
On some pre-recorded DVD discs, there may be more than one audio language. If the DVD-Video disc is already preset to a default language, the playback will start following this setting, but you can use the
Navigation menu to select a different language at any time during playback.
1
Press to select an audio language, then press
ENTER.
If you select ‘On’, disc information will appear on the top of the screen.
Different categories of information will be shown depending on the media type.
When VCD/SVCD is selected for playback, sound options will be: Normal, SWAP, Left and Right.
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Playback (Disc)
DVD-Video/VCD/
SVCD
1
Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.
2
Carefully place the disc on the tray with the label side facing up, then press OPEN/CLOSE.
3
I f playback does not start automatically, press
PLAY to begin playback.
If you have inserted a DVD-Video disc, a menu may appear when the disc is in playback mode.
Press to select an item and confirm with
ENTER.
If the titles and chapters are numbered, you can also press number buttons (0-9) to select a desired item and confirm with ENTER.
4
Press STOP to stop playback at a marked stop.
Press PLAY to resume playback from a marked stop.
Press STOP twice to bring the playback to a full stop.
5
To remove the disc, press OPEN/CLOSE.
If you would like to bring up the DVD menu, press
MENU on the remote control to display it.
This DVD recorder supports discs recorded with multiple sessions.
Audio CD
Standard Playback
1
Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.
2
Carefully place the disc on the tray with the label side facing up, then press OPEN/CLOSE.
3
I f playback does not start automatically, press
PLAY to begin playback.
4
Press STOP to stop playback.
Press PLAY to resume playback.
5
To remove the disc, press OPEN/CLOSE.
Programmed Playback
1
Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.
2
Carefully place the disc on the tray with the label side facing up, then press OPEN/CLOSE.
3
I f playback does not start automatically, press
PLAY to begin playback.
4
Press EDIT to bring up the editing bar.
5
Press the number buttons (0-9) to enter the number of track you would like to play and confirm with ENTER.
6
When completed, press PLAY to begin playback.
Press STOP to stop playback.
Press PLAY to resume playback.
7
To remove the disc, press OPEN/CLOSE.
This DVD recorder supports discs recorded with multiple sessions.
Media Files
(Video/Music/Picture)
1
Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.
2
Carefully place the disc on the tray with the label side facing up, then press OPEN/CLOSE.
3
Press CONTENTS to display the Contents Menu.
4
Press to select ‘DVD’ as the source medium, then press ENTER.
5
Press to select the types of files
(Video/Music/Picture) you wish to play, then press
ENTER.
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▌ Video ▌ Picture
Press to skip to the previous or next picture.
Press repeatedly to rotate the picture clockwise,
or press repeatedly to rotate the picture counter- clockwise .
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Press to select a video title, then press
ENTER.
Playback will then start.
▌ Music
Press to select a music album, then press
ENTER to go into the album.
Press to select a music fi le, then press ENTER.
▌ Picture
Press STOP to stop playback at a marked stop.
Press PLAY to resume playback from a marked stop.
Press STOP twice to bring the playback to a full stop.
This DVD recorder supports discs recorded with multiple sessions.
If an MP3 fi le name includes two-byte character, it may not be displayed correctly.
This DVD recorder does not support ID3 (for MP3) and WMA tags.
This DVD recorder does not support mp3PRO fi les.
The MP3 fi le bitrates supported by this DVD recorder are: 32Kbps - 320Kbps.
This DVD recorder does not support WMA lossless fi les and WMA fi les protected by DRM (digital rights management) technology.
Press to select a picture album, then press
ENTER to go into the album.
Press to select a music fi le, then press ENTER.
6
If you have chosen to play:
▌ Video
Press PREVIOUS or NEXT to advance or return to the previous or next chapter.
Press STOP to stop playback at a marked stop.
Press PLAY to resume playback from a marked stop.
Press STOP twice to bring the playback to a full stop.
▌ Music
Press STOP to stop playback.
Press PLAY to resume playback.
Picture with Music
If your source medium contains picture and music fi les, you can play both types of fi les at the same time.
Using Contents Menu
1
Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.
2
Carefully place the disc on the tray with the label side facing up, then press OPEN/CLOSE.
3
Press CONTENTS to display the Contents Menu.
4
Press to select ‘DVD’ as the source medium, then press ENTER.
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5
Press to select ‘Picture’, then press ENTER.
6
Press to select a picture album, then press ENTER.
7
Press to select a picture, then press
ENTER.
Playback will then start.
8
Press CONTENTS to display the Contents Menu.
9
Press to select ‘Music’, then press ENTER.
10
Press to select a music album, then press ENTER.
11
Press to select a music file, then press
ENTER.
Playback will then start.
12
Pressto skip to the previous or next picture.
Press repeatedly to rotate the picture clockwise, or press repeatedly to rotate the picture counterclockwise.
Using Easy Guider
For more information on how to make use of the simultaneous playback, please see ‘Using Easy
Guider: Play’ (p.37).
Playback (HDD)
To play back files stored on the built-in hard drive, follow the steps below.
1
Select ‘HDD’ as the source medium.
▌ HDD/DVD Button
Press HDD/DVD on the remote or the front panel to switch to HDD mode.
Press CONTENTS to display the Contents Menu.
▌ Contents Menu
Press CONTENTS to display the Contents Menu.
Press to select ‘HDD’ as the source medium, then press ENTER.
▌ Easy Guider
Press GUIDER to display the Easy Guider Menu.
Press to select ‘Play’, then press ENTER.
Press to select ‘HDD’ as the source medium, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select the desired file/album, then press ENTER.
For more information, please see ‘Using Easy
Guider: Play’ (p.37) and the ‘Playback (Disc)’ section in this chapter.
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Digital Video Support
It is illegal to download and use unauthorized copyrighted materials. Make sure you obtain the permission or authorization from copyright owners and related third-parties before you start using or watching the videos or fi les. If you fail to do so, you may be subject to fi nes and/or penalties.
Before you start
► Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g. VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that signal from the DVD recorder can appear on screen. For further information, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.
MPEG-4 Videos
Supported Formats
The MPEG-4 technology allows a large video fi le, such as a two-hour movie, to be effi ciently compressed without sacrifi cing its original video and audio quality. If you watch an MPEG-4-based movie, there may be subtitle fi les saved for playback in addition to the video/audio fi les. Please check the table below to see whether your MPEG-4 fi les are supported by this DVD recorder.
Category
Movie
Video
Audio
Codec
Standard
• DivX
• XviD
• MP3
• AC3
• LPCM
File Extension
AVI, DIVX*,
DIV*
Subtitle --SUB, SRT, TXT
Bitmap-based subtitles, such as idx+sub, are not supported by this DVD recorder.
* depending on the model.
Playing MPEG-4 Files
1
Select the fi le you wish to play either through Easy
Guider or through the Contents Menu.
For more details, please see ‘Contents Menu’ (p.32) or ‘Using Easy Guider: Play’ (p.37)
2
I f playback does not start automatically, press
PLAY to begin playback.
3
I f the fi le is not supported by the DVD recorder, a pop-up box will appear. Press ENTER to skip the fi le.
Playback_07_01
4
I f there are other fi les on your source medium, the
DVD recorder will start playing back the next fi le.
5
Press STOP to stop playback at a marked stop.
Press PLAY to resume playback from a marked stop.
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DivX
®
VOD
DivX ® VOD (video-on-demand) allows you to download video fi les to your PC, which you can watch on your computer or on your TV. To protect copyrights of these digital videos, the service features an
Internet-based copyright protection system called
DRM (digital rights management). DRM safeguards copyrights through an online authorization process.
To watch DRM-protected video fi les, you need to complete the registration procedure.
This feature is supported by ‘GX’ models only.
Before you start
► Make sure you have a blank recordable disc at hand.
1
Applying for a User
Account
To watch DRM-protected video fi les, you need to register a user account on the DivX ® website fi rst. For more information, please visit: http:// www.divx.com/vod.
2
Registering Your DVD
Recorder
►Checking Registration Code
To register your DVD recorder, you will need to acquire the recorder’s registration code.
1
Press SETUP to display the Setup menu.
2
Press to select ‘Recording/Playback’, then press ENTER.
3
Press to select ‘DivX(R) VOD’, then press
ENTER.
4
Press ENTER to display the registration information.
Recording / Playback
Recording Mode
1
DivX (R) VOD
DVD
The registration code of your DVD recorder will appear. (The code seen above serves as an example only.)
5
When completed, press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
►Registering Code Online
After you acquire the ID code, go to the DivX ® website, and enter the recorder’s registration code in your account. When you fi nish fi lling in the required details, you will then be directed to a fi lm download link. Follow the instructions given on the website, and burn the short fi lm to a DVD disc.
►Playing Information Disc
To complete the registration process, you need to play the disc which contains the downloaded fi lm on your DVD recorder.
1
Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.
2
Carefully place the disc on the tray with the label side facing up, then press OPEN/CLOSE.
3
I f playback does not start automatically, press
PLAY to begin playback.
4
Your DVD recorder will be offi cially registered when playback stops.
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3
Navigation Menu
Selecting Video Files
Select the video fi les you would like to watch from various online rental or retail shops.
Normally, users pay to get the viewing rights of these video fi les, which are downloaded to users’ PCs. If you would like to watch them on your TV, you need to transfer these fi les to the recordable CD or DVD discs.
Conditions of viewing rights vary depending on the service providers.
4
Playing Video Files
1
Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.
2
Carefully place the disc on the tray with the label side facing up, then press OPEN/CLOSE.
3
I f playback does not start automatically, press
PLAY to begin playback.
4
If the fi le is not protected by the DRM system, playback will then begin.
5
If the fi le is protected by the DRM system, the system will check whether the DVD recorder’s registration code corresponds to the user account which holds viewing rights of the video fi le.
6
If you have purchased the fi le, playback will then start.
7
If you have a rental fi le, a dialogue box showing the remaining number of viewing rights will appear.
Press to select ‘Yes’ or ‘No’, then press
ENTER.
Press NAVI to display additional viewing options during playback. For more information, please see
‘Navigation Menu’ (p.58).
Subtitle
This DVD recorder supports the text-based subtitles when playing back MPEG-4 videos. Activate the function to get the most out of your viewing experience.
If you would like the subtitle to be automatically displayed when playback starts, please make sure you have:
• Given a correct fi le name
You need to give the same fi le names to video title and subtitle fi le, so that the DVD recorder can match one fi le with the other. For example, name ‘XXX.avi’ for the video title, and ‘XXX.txt’ for the accompanied subtitle fi le.
• Placed the fi le in the same folder as the video title, or under an appropriate sub-directory.
In addition, you need to save the subtitle fi le either in the same folder as the video title, or in a sub-directory which is given one of the following names: SRT, SUB, SUBS, SUBTITLE or SUBTITLES.
Using Text-Based Subtitle
1
Press to select ‘Subtitle’, then press ENTER to go to the sub-menu.
2
If the subtitle fi le is in unicode format, press to switch on or off the subtitle function.
If the subtitle fi le is in non-unicode format, press
to select an appropriate coding system for displaying the subtitle correctly, then press
ENTER.
3
Press NAVI. again or repeatedly press to exit the Navigation menu.
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Editing
Media files (e.g. video titles, music files, picture files) saved on the hard drive and the video titles saved on the discs can be edited. Available editing options may vary depending on media types.
Type
Music / Picture Album
Music / Picture File
Available Options
• Rename
• Split from
• Merge
• Erase
• Rename
• Erase
If you do not finalize a disc before playing it on another player/recorder, results of the editings you have made will not be shown. Please see ‘Using Easy Guider: Disc Tools’ (p.43) for details on how to finalize a disc.
Please finish all editings before finalizing the discs. You CANNOT apply the editing function to a finalized disc, except in a DVD-RW disc previously formatted in ‘Quick Preparation’ mode.
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Edit Menu
Screen Overview
Screen window
Displays image of current video source
Title Editing Options
(*unavailable items shown in gray)
Indicates available option buttons on remote
Displays original chapter markings of the title
Time indicator Displays current progress of the title
Access to the Edit Menu (via Contents Menu)
Press CONTENTS to display the Contents Menu.
Press to select the source medium, then press ENTER.
Press to select ‘Video’, then press ENTER.
Press to select a video title.
Press EDIT to display the Edit menu.
Access to the Edit Menu (pressing EDIT button)
Start playing back a title via the Contents Menu or via DVD menu.
Press EDIT to display the Edit menu.
Thumbnail image
Chapter
Editing
Options
(*unavailable items shown in gray)
Exit button
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Editing Titles
Application
Rename Title
Protect Title
Overwrite Title
Split Title
Merge Title
Erase Title
Set Title Thumbnail
DVD-R
: Applicable : Not applicable
DVD-RW
DVD+R
DVD+RW
HDD
Rename Title
1
On the Edit menu, press to select ‘Rename’, then press ENTER.
2
Press to select ‘Clear’, then press ENTER before starting to enter the new name.
3
Press to select desired letters, numbers or punctuation marks, then press ENTER.
You can enter up to 30 characters for a title name.
4
If you want to make changes during the process, press to select ‘Back’, which allows you to delete character by character in a backward direction, then press ENTER.
If you want to delete all the characters you have entered, press to select ‘Clear’, then press ENTER.
If you decide not to change the original title name, press to select ‘Cancel’, then press ENTER.
5
When completed, press to select ‘Finish’, then press ENTER.
If the entry bar is left blank, you will not be able to exit the screen by selecting the ‘Finish’ button. Please follow the instruction in pop-up box to complete the process; or select ‘Cancel’ to return to the Edit menu.
Different titles with identical names can all be saved on this DVD recorder. Please make sure you do not enter a title name already in use to avoid confusion.
Protect Title
You can protect the title from accidental erasure or unplanned editings when you activate the ‘Protect’ function.
When the function is switched on, the title CANNOT be edited or erased. If you need to edit it, you must unlock the file first.
1
On the Edit menu, press to select ‘Protect’.
2
Press ENTER to switch on or off the function.
3
Press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting.
4
If you switch on the function, a lock icon will appear next to the protected title when you return to the disc menu or Contents Menu.
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Overwrite Title
When you apply the function to a title, it will be overwritten when you record new title/program next time.
1
On the Edit menu, press to select ‘Overwrite’.
2
Press ENTER to switch on or off the function.
3
Press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting.
4
If you switch on the function, a pen icon will appear next to the overwritten title when you return to the disc menu or Contents Menu.
How will the video be recorded after the ‘Overwrite’ function is activated?
• Location
The new video will be recorded in the location of the overwritten title on disc.
• Space
When you set the ‘Overwrite’ function to a title, the next title will be immediately
‘protected’ in case of accidental erasure. If the new video is longer than the overwritten title, or you use a recording mode of higher quality, the video may not be recorded completely.
Title 1
Title 2
Title 3
Overwrite
Title 1
New
Title 3
The black bars represent contents recorded.
When using the overwritten space for new recording, please note that there may be discrepancy between the time shown on the Contents Menu screen and that for actual recording due to diffrent recording modes applied.
Split Title
Use this function to divide a title into two parts. After being split, the new titles can be merged again. You can use ‘Split’ and ‘Merge’ functions to temporarily edit out commercials or scenes you would like to skip.
1
Start playing back the title.
2
On the Edit menu, press to select ‘Split’.
3
When the playback reaches the point where you would like to set a dividing mark, press ENTER.
The title will be split into two new titles at where you press ENTER.
4
To split more titles, repeat steps 1 to 4. Or press
to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting.
The split function is only applicable to video titles longer than 6 seconds.
You will not be able to split titles, if there are already 49 titles or 99 chapters on your disc.
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Merge Titles
Use this function to merge two titles into one, such as two sections of programs before and after the commercials. After being merged, the new title can be split again.
1
Start playing back the title.
2
On the Edit menu, press to select ‘Merge’, then press ENTER.
3
A menu showing all titles applicable for this function will appear.
Please select a title to merge.
2
To erase more titles, repeat steps 1 to 2. Or press
to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting.
3
After you complete the process, a deleted title will be shown when you return to the disc menu or
Contents Menu.
Editing_01_03
Text View
4
Press to select the title to be merged with, then press ENTER.
5
To merge more titles, repeat steps 1 to 5. Or press
to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting.
For video titles recorded on a DVD+RW or a DVD-RW disc, you can only merge the title with its previous/next title and only when the previous/next title has the same recording quality, TV signal, audio and video settings.
Otherwise, the function will not be applicable.
Protected and deleted titles CANNOT be merged.
Erase Title
You CANNOT erase recorded title(s) on a DVD-R or
DVD+R disc if the disc is fi nalized.
You CANNOT erase protected title(s).
Set Title Thumbnail
Normally the fi rst picture of a recording is used as the thumbnail image. Use this function to reset the image.
1
Start playing back the title.
2
On the Edit menu, press to select ‘Set
Thumbnail’.
3
When the desired image appears, press ENTER to select it as the thumbnail picture.
4
To set thumbnails for other titles, repeat steps 1 to
4. Or press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting.
You CANNOT set thumbnail image(s) for the recorded title(s) on a DVD+R or DVD-R disc if the disc is fi nalized.
This DVD recorder captures images on an interval basis. As a result, there may be a slight discrepancy between the image selected and the image ultimately shown as the thumbnail picture.
Before using the ‘Erase’ function, please make sure all your important fi les are safely backed up. Once you perform this function, all contents will be permanently deleted.
1
On the Edit menu, press to select ‘Erase’, then press ENTER.
A pop-up box asking for confi rmation will appear.
The title selected will be erased.
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Editing Chapters
Application DVD-R
Insert Chapter Mark
Remove Chapter Mark
Hide Chapter
Show Chapter
: Applicable : Not applicable
DVD-RW
DVD+R
DVD+RW
HDD
Insert Chapter Mark
You can insert additional chapter mark(s) while playing back a title.
1
Start playing back the title.
2
On the Edit menu, press to select ‘Insert
Chapter Mark’.
Insert Chapter Mark
Remove Chapter Mark
Hide Chapter
3
As the playback progresses, press ENTER at desired point to insert chapter mark.
4
To insert more chapter marks, repeat step 3. Or press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting.
You can insert up to 99 chapter marks.
The minimum time of a valid interval between two chapter marks is one second. If you insert two chapter marks within one second, only the fi rst command will be successfully executed.
This DVD recorder captures images on an interval basis. As a result, there may be a slight discrepancy between the point selected and the point ultimately designated as the chapter mark.
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You CANNOT insert chapter marks in recorded title(s) on a DVD+R or DVD-R disc if the disc is fi nalized.
During recording, you can also press EDIT to insert chapter marks in the recorded session(s) manually.
Remove Chapter Mark
You can remove chapter mark(s) while playing back a title.
1
Start playing back the title.
2
On the Edit menu, press to select ‘Remove
Chapter Mark’.
3
As the playback progresses, press ENTER at desired point to remove chapter mark.
4
To remove other chapter marks, repeat step 3. Or press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting.
The fi rst chapter mark within a video title CANNOT be removed.
Hide Chapter
During playback you can hide chapters within a title.
1
Start playing back the title.
2
On the Edit menu, press to select ‘Hide
Chapter’.
3
Press PREVIOUS or NEXT to advance to the previous or next chapter.
4
As the playback progresses, press ENTER at desired point to hide a chapter.
5
To hide more chapters within the title, repeat steps
3 to 4. Or press to select ‘Exit’, then press
ENTER to exit the setting.
You CANNOT hide chapters within recorded title(s) on a DVD+R or DVD-R disc if the disc is finalized.
When viewing the title through Edit menu, a hidden chapter will be displayed in a darker color. A message
‘hidden’ appears at the left bottom corner of the screen window.
Show Chapter
During playback you can choose to show chapter(s) currently hidden within a title.
1
Start playing back the title.
2
On the Edit menu, press PREVIOUS or
NEXT to select the hidden chapter you would like to show again.
You can press PAUSE/STEP to pause playback before you proceed to step 3 and step 4 to show the hidden chapter.
3
Press to select ‘Show Chapter’, then press
ENTER.
4
To show more hidden chapters within the title, repeat steps 2 to 3. Or press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting.
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Copying
DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL (double layer) & HDD
(integrated)
You may only use this DVD recorder to reproduce or copy materials for which you own the copyright; or have obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner; or 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.
Please note that you CANNOT record/copy a rented or purchased video/disc from another device (video cassette recorder, DVD player, DVD recorder, etc.) connected to this recorder.
If you use a DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW (formatted in ‘Quick Preparation’ mode), you need to finalize the disc before it can be played back on other compatible devices. You can complete the process using ‘Easy Guider’.
Please see ‘ Using Easy Guider: Disc Tools’ (p.43) for details on how to finalize a disc.
Not all discs are compatible with high-speed copying. Check with the disc manufacturer for compatibility.
Discs initialized on another recorder CANNOT be used for copying.
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One-Touch Copying
The one-touch copying feature allows you to copy files from a DVD disc to hard drive and vice versa.
The DVD recorder will copy at the maximum speed possible.
1
Press CONTENTS to display the Contents Menu.
2
Press to select ‘DVD’ or ‘HDD’ as the source medium, then press ENTER.
3
Press to select the file catalogue which contains files you wish to copy, then press ENTER.
4
Press to select the desired album or file, then press COPY.
OK
Press to select desired application, then press
ENTER.
7
When completed, press CONTENTS to exit the
Contents Menu.
The copying process will then start.
5
If you wish to cancel the copying process, press
STOP.
If you have been copying files from hard drive to disc and then decide to cancel the process, you may not be able to use the disc to record or copy again.
6
During the process:
▌ Lack of Space
If the DVD recorder detects lack of space on your disc, a pop-up box will appear.
Materials recorded on a VCD/SVCD disc CANNOT be copied to the hard drive before the disc is finalized.
If you own the copyright, you may copy an entire
DVD-Video disc to the hard drive. Contents of a
DVD-Video disc can only be copied from hard drive to a blank DVD disc.
If you copy recorded titles to a blank DVD disc, you will not be able to use the same disc to copy data files, and vice versa.
The ‘One-Touch Copying’ function will not be applicable, if any part of the title you wish to copy is copy-protected.
► Use Easy Guider to Copy Files
You can also copy files using the Easy Guider menu. For more information, please see ‘Using Easy
Guider: Copy’ (p.41).
There is not enough space for copying.
OK
▌ Wrong Format
If the DVD recorder detects an incompatible format on your disc, a pop-up box will appear.
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Troubleshooting
If you experience any problem while using the DVD recorder, please consult the following troubleshooting guide first, as it may offer immediate solution to the condition occurred. Should the problem remain, contact a Lite-On IT’s service point near you. For more information, please visit
www.liteonit.com
Picture
Problem
No image shown on the TV screen
Image shown with noises
Image imported from an external device is distorted
Possible Solutions
► Make sure the video cable (composite, component, SCART, S-Video, HDMI, etc.) between TV and DVD recorder is correctly and securely connected.
► Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g. VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that signal from the DVD recorder can appear on screen. For further information, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.
► Make sure a disc is properly placed on the disc tray, and it is recorded in a format compatible with your local TV system (NTSC or PAL).
► Check your setting on component video output mode (Progressive or Interlaced).
Please select the output mode supported by your TV. To reset the recorder, press(direction button), ‘5’, ‘0’, ‘2’, ‘0’, ENTER on the remote control.
► Check if the disc is distorted or scratched.
► If the video output signal from the recorder goes via VCR to your TV set, or if you connect the recorder to a TV/VCR set, the copyright protection code applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still experience this problem even when you connect the recorder to TV, try connecting your recorder to the TV’s S-VIDEO input.
► If the video signal from the external device is copy-protected, you need to connect the device directly to your TV.
Recording
Problem
Cannot record
Recording does not start
immediately after pressing ●
RECORD button
Possible Solutions
► Check whether you have inserted a recordable disc.
► Check whether the disc you insert has been formatted or prepared for recording.
► Press DISPLAY to check whether there is enough space on the disc.
► Check whether the disc has been finalized. You CANNOT record on a finalized disc.
► Check whether the disc you insert has already been used for recording on other
DVD recorders.
► Check whether the disc you insert has already been used for recording programs of a different type of TV signal. A disc containing NTSC-based contents
CANNOT be used to record PAL-based programs and vice versa.
► This occurs as disc preparation process is taking place, which will last for a few seconds. (Applicable to DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL discs)
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Timer Recording
Problem
Timer recording does not work properly
Recording result is not completed
Possible Solutions
► Check whether the system time/date is correct.
► Check whether the timer program is set to correct time and channel.
► Check whether you have inserted a recordable disc.
► Check whether there is a schedule overlap. If so, go to the Timer Record menu to reset one of the overlapped programs.
► Press DISPLAY to check whether there is enough space on the disc.
► Make sure you switch off the DVD recorder, so that the VPS/PDC setting of your timer program can function properly.
Sound
Problem
No sound
The sound from the recorder is not presented properly or is distorted
Possible Solutions
► Check whether the audio cable is correctly and securely connected.
► Check whether the audio cable is damaged.
► Check whether the input source setting on the amplifier is correct.
► There is no sound when playback is paused or is set for slow motion.
Press ► PLAY to resume regular playback.
► If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL OUT jacks, please check whether related settings (on Setup menu) for the audio output are correct.
► Check whether the audio cable is correctly and securely connected.
► Check whether the audio cable is damaged.
► Make sure the amplifier/receiver or TV is set to the correct input and the volume is switched on.
► If the sound is distorted, try cleaning the cable plugs.
Playback
Problem
Cannot play back a disc
Cannot play back from HDD
Possible Solutions
► Check whether the disc inserted is supported by the DVD recorder.
► If the disc inserted contains videos recorded on other DVD recorders, check whether the disc is finalized. In some cases, the DVD recorder may not be able to play a finalized disc due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.
► Discs recorded with copy-once materials can only be played on CPRM (Content
Protection for Recordable Media)-compatible players.
► Check whether you have inserted a blank disc.
► Check whether the way you insert the disc is correct. Insert the disc with the label side up. If there is no label on the disc, please check with the disc retailer.
► Check whether the disc’s region code is the same as that of the recorder.
► Check whether the parental control function is switched on. If so, you have to unlock it first. (Default password for the function: 0000 [zero])
► Check whether there are titles or files on the hard drive.
► Check whether the titles or files on the hard drive are supported by the DVD recorder for playback.
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The recorder starts playing a disc automatically
► If you have selected DVD as the target device, playback will begin automatically when you insert a DVD-Video disc, VCD, SVCD or audio CD.
TV Channels
Problem
Cannot change TV channels
Possible Solutions
► Press SOURCE to switch the DVD recorder’s input source to ‘TV’.
► Check whether the antenna cables are connected correctly.
► Check whether the channel scanning process for your TV is completed.
Others
Problem
The disc tray does not open/ close
The recorder does not respond to commands
Possible Solutions
► Contact your local dealer or local authorized service point.
► Switch off the recorder and switch it on again. If the problem persists, unplug the power cord, reconnect it and switch on the recorder one more time. If neither the solutions work, contact your local dealer or an authorized service point.
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Specifications
General
Power Supply
Power Consumption
Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Dimensions (W/H/D)
Weight
■ AC 100~240V 50/60Hz
■ Approx. 50W (operation)
■ +5°C to +40°C
(+36°F to +104°F)
■ 5% to 80% RH
■ 430 x 66 x 315 mm
■ Approx. 4.5 kg
Video/Audio
Input
Composite Video
Composite Audio
S-Video
SCART
DV
■ Cinch (yellow) x 1
■ Cinch (white/red) x 1
■ Hosiden 4-pin x 1
■ CVBS/RGB/Decoder x 1
■ IEEE 1394 4-pin x 1
Output
Composite Video
Composite Audio
Component Video
SCART
HDMI
Digital Audio
Video Performance
DA Converter
Composite Video Output
Component Video Output
■ Cinch (yellow) x 1
■ Cinch (white/red) x 1
■ Y/Pb/Pr (green/blue/red) x 1
■ CVBS/S-Video/RGB x 1
■ HDMI x 1
■ Coaxial x 1 / Optical x 1
■ 10-bit/27MHz
■ 1 Vpp 75 Ohm
■ Y: 1 Vpp 75 Ohm
■ Pb: 0.7 Vpp 75 Ohm
■ Pr: 0.7 Vpp 75 Ohm
Audio Performance
DA Converter
Signal-Noise (1kHz)
Dynamic Range (1kHz)
Channel Separation (1kHz)
Total Harmonic Distortion (1kHz)
Component Video Output Mode
Progressive Scan ■ 576p output
■ 24-bit/96KHZ
■ ≥90dB
■ ≥80dB
■ ≥110dB
■ ≤-65dB
Tuner
Input/Output
RF Input
RF Output
Video System
Audio System
■ Coaxial x 1
■ Coaxial x 1
■ PAL-B/G
■ PAL-D/K
■ PAL-I
■ SECAM-L/L
■ NICAM TV audio
Recording
Recordable Media
■ Built-in HDD
■ DVD-R/-RW
■ DVD+R/+RW
■ DVD+R Double Layer
Video Recording Format
DVD+VR (HQ/SP/LP/EP mode)
DVD+VR (SLP mode)
■ MPEG-2
■ MPEG-1
Audio Recording Format
DVD+VR ■ Dolby Digital 2-channel
Playback
Playable disc
■ DVD-Video ■ DVD-R/-RW**
■ DVD+R/+RW** ■ DVD+R Double Layer**
■ Video CD (VCD) ■ Super Video CD (SVCD)
■ Audio CD ■ CD-R/-RW**
Supported Format
Video ■ JPEG/BMP
■ MPEG-1
■ MPEG-2 files (.VOB/.DAT/.MPG)
■ MPEG-4 files (.AVI/.DIV*/.DIVX*)
Audio ■ MP3
■ WMA
■ WAV
■ LPCM
■ Dolby Digital 2-channel
■ Dolby Digital 5.1 channel (only digital out)
■ DTS (only digital out)
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* depending on the model
** with files supported by this DVD recorder
The specifications and design of this product are subject to change without notice.
Glossary
▌480i/480p (576i/576p)
Indicates the number of scanning lines and scanning format of an image signal.
480i/576i indicates 480/576 scanning lines with interlaced format, and 480p/576p indicates 480/576 scanning lines with progressive format.
▌Aspect Ratio
Aspect ratio refers to the length to height ratio of TV screens.
The ratio of a standard TV is 4:3, while the ratio of a highdefinition or wide-screen TV is 16:9.
▌Bit Stream
The digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g. 5.1-channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.
▌Chapter / Title
Chapter is a division of a video title on a DVD disc.
▌Component Video
Video signals with three channels of separate information that makes up the picture. There are several types of component video, such as R/G/B and Y/Cb(Pb)/Cr(Pr).
▌Composite Video
A single video signal commonly used in most consumer video products that contains all luminance, color, and synchronization information.
▌CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media)
CPRM is a technology developed to prevent digital content from being copied more than once.
▌DivX ® VOD
DivX ® VOD (video-on-demand) service is designed to protect copyrights of digital videos. Through an online registration process, DivX com/vod.
® VOD prevents unauthorized downloads or file sharing. For more information, please visit: http://www.divx.
▌Dolby Digital ®
A six-channel system consisting of left, center, right, left rear, right rear and LFE (Low-Frequency Effect channel, for use with a sub-woofer) channels. It requires a Dolby Digital ® decoder, either in the player or in an external receiver to regenerate the sound. All processing is done in the digital domain. Not all Dolby Digital discs contain six (5.1) channels of information.
▌DTS ® (Digital Theater Systems)
DTS ®
DTS ®
is a Digital Surround audio encoding format configured with six (5.1) channels, similar to Dolby Digital ® . It requires a
decoder, either in the player or in an external receiver to regenerate the sound. All processing is done in the digital domain. Not all DTS discs contain six (5.1) channels of information.
▌HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection)
HDCP is developed by Intel Corporation to ensure the integrity of digital content transmitted via HDMI/DVI interface.
▌HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI is an all-digital interface which transmits uncompressed high-definition video and multi-channel digital audio from any audio/video source to display devices via a single cable.
▌Interlaced / Progressive Scan
The two modes refer to the methods by which a video image is updated. In ‘Interlaced Scan’ mode, image is updated by alternating sets of odd and even scan lines.
In ‘Progressive
Scan’ mode, scan lines for an image are refreshed in every pass and by a sequential order.
▌JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
A popular file format for still image compression and storage.
There are two sub-types of the JPEG formats: (1) Baseline
JPEG: used for digital cameras, the web, etc. (2) Lossless
JPEG: an old type, rarely used now.
▌Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) Audio
Linear PCM is a method to digitally encoding audio without compression, and is used for the audio tracks on DVD-Video discs, Audio CDs, etc.
▌MP3
MP3 (MPEG-1 audio layer 3) is a compressed audio file format. Files are recognized by their file extension .mp3 or
.MP3.
▌MPEG (Motion Picture Experts Group)
MPEG is an international standard for compressing digital video/audio content. MPEG-1 is used for VCD and music.
MPEG-2 is used for SVCD and DVD-Video. MPEG-4 is used for DVD-Video and other digital videos.
▌NTSC (National Television System Committee)
This is the committee that established the standards for television systems in the United States. The NTSC standard broadcasts 525 or 480 lines of resolution per second, and
30 frames per second of refresh rate, 60 Hz field frequency.
NTSC TV system is widely used in USA, Canada, Latin
America and Taiwan etc.
▌PAL (Phase Alternation by Line)
PAL (Phase Alteration Line) is the color television broadcast standard throughout the Western Europe (except in France, where SECAM is the standard), Australia, China, Singapore and Malaysia etc. It has 625 lines of vertical resolution per second and 25 frames per second refresh rate, 50 Hz field frequency.
▌PBC (Playback Control)
A special feature on a Video CD or Super VCD that enables interactive use.
▌S-Video
A video signal which improves picture quality over standard composite connections. Used on Super VHS, DVD, high-end
TV monitors, etc.
▌Track
SVCD, VCD, Audio CD discs use tracks to divide up the content of a disc.
▌WMA (Windows Media Audio)
WMA is an audio codec standard proposed by Microsoft.
Music/audio files which are compressed using this standard come with the file extension, .wma or .WMA.
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Model Comparison Chart
Some supporting features vary depending on model types. Please check the following chart before you consult relevant sections for your desired information.
HD-A940GX HD-A960G HD-A960GX HD-A970GX HD-A940G
ShowView Programming
System
HDMI Output
MPEG-4
DivX ® VOD
Hard Drive
DVD+R DL (Double Layer)
Recording
(160GB)
(160GB)
(250GB)
(250GB)
(320GB)
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▌EUROPE
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• Spain
• United Kingdom
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Fax: 1-510-687-1900
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Key features
Records and plays DVDs
Records in a variety of formats
Built-in tuner for recording TV shows
Editing features for creating custom DVDs
Sleek design and easy-to-use interface
Frequently asked questions
The LiteOn HD-A940 series can record to DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW discs.
Yes, the LiteOn HD-A940 series has a built-in tuner that allows you to record TV shows directly to a DVD.
Yes, the LiteOn HD-A940 series has a number of editing features, so you can create custom DVDs with your own personal touch.
