Page 2 - CAUTION; CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK; Note to CATV system installer:; Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.
2 Ge tt ing st ar te d . CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORM-ANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI-FIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATIONEXPOSURE.DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR-SELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WARNING: T...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Make your own DVD-Video; Chasing play; Features
3 Ge tt ing st ar te d IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructionslisted below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructi...
Page 4 - Table of contents; Español; Accessories; Remote control
4 Ge tt ing st ar te d Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 5 - STEP; Antenna and television connections; IN
5 Set ting up STEP 1 Antenna and television connections Preparation ≥ Refer to the television’s operating instructions. ≥ Turn the television off and disconnect its AC power supply cord. To enjoy sound through other audio equipment ( ➜ page 42) To enjoy progressive video Connect to the component vid...
Page 6 - The remote control; Batteries; SETUP
6 Set ting up STEP 2 The remote control ≥ Insert so the poles ( i and j ) match those in the remote control. ≥ Do not use rechargeable type batteries. Do not: ≥ mix old and new batteries. ≥ use different types at the same time. ≥ heat or expose to flame. ≥ take apart or short circuit. ≥ attempt to r...
Page 7 - When the display shows the correct time; If the unit couldn’t set the clock automatically; ] to select “Channel” and; To return to the previous screen; deleted; If Plug-in Auto Tuning fails; Adding and deleting channels; CHANNEL 15 DELETED
7 Set ting up Preparation ≥ Confirm that the antenna is connected correctly. ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input tosuit the connections to this unit. 1 Press [ Í , DVD POWER] to turn the unit on. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu lan- guage and press [ENTER]. e.g., whe...
Page 8 - VCR Plus
8 Set ting up STEP 4 VCR Plus i guide channel settings Set these guide channels so you can use VCR Plus i codes for timer recording. Before starting the settings, prepare a chart show-ing the channels, station names, and guide channels. e.g., 1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to s...
Page 9 - Other channel settings; Preset Channel Caption; Manual Channel Caption
9 Set ting up 1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Channel” and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Preset Chan- nel Caption” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the caption and then press [ 1 ]. You can choose from the following captions.ABC, PBS, CBS, CN...
Page 10 - ] to select “TV Screen”; two-digit code with the numbered buttons.; Operation; Television operation; Set up to match your television
10 Set ting up Change the settings if your television is: ≥ Widescreen (16:9 aspect ratio) ≥ Progressive– Read your television’s operating instructions for details. 1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “TV Screen” and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “TV Type” and p...
Page 11 - Disc information; Audio format; Discs you can use
11 Set ting up Disc information ≥ We recommend using Hitachi Maxell discs as they have been con-firmed to be compatible with this unit. Other discs may not performcorrectly. ≥ Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched. Fingerprints,dirt, dust, scratches or deposits of cigarette smoke on the...
Page 12 - Control reference guide; POWER button; Remote control; How to open the remote control
12 Set ting up Control reference guide 1 POWER button ( Í , DVD (POWER) ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 14 Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount ofpower. 2 VCR Plus r button (VCR Plus r ) . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 13 - Main unit
13 Set ting up U Remote control signal sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 V Disc tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 W L2 input terminals (L2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 X Display Y Time...
Page 14 - Recording television programs; tray and insert a disc (; To stop recording; For your reference; INPUT SELECT
14 Re cor d in g Recording television programs [RAM] [DVD-R] 1 Press [ Í , DVD POWER] to turn the unit on. 2 Press [ < OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray and insert a disc ( ➜ next page). ≥ Press the button again to close the tray. ≥ It is not possible to record continuously from one side of adouble si...
Page 15 - Start play on the other equipment.; To skip unwanted parts; Inserting discs
15 Re cor d in g [RAM] [DVD-R] You can insert a cartridge or non-cartridge disc. [Note] ≥ Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want torecord/play is facing up. ≥ When using 8 cm (3 ″ ) DVD-RAM, remove the disc from the car- tridge and insert it, making sure you align it with the gro...
Page 16 - Playing discs; To stop play; To pause play; Disc tray
16 Pl a y in g ba c k Playing discs [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] 1 Press [ Í , DVD POWER] to turn the unit on. 2 Press [ < OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray and insert a disc ( ➜ page 15). ≥ Press the button again to close the tray. ≥ If cartridge protection is activated ( ➜ page 11), play b...
Page 17 - ] to select the program; ] to select “Erase” and press; About the program list; To erase a program that is being played back; TOTAL 5; FE
17 Pl a y in g ba c k [VCD] Switch [DVD, TV] to “ DVD ” and Press the numbered buttons (0, 1 j 9) to select an item. e.g., “5”: [0] ➜ [5] “15”: [1] ➜ [5] [DVD-V] Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select an item and press [ENTER]. ≥ You may also be able to use the numbered buttons (0, 1 j 9) to select an it...
Page 18 - Other methods of play; Skipping; CM SKIP; Skipping a minute forward—CM Skip
18 Pl a y in g ba c k Other methods of play [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] During play or while paused Press [ : ] or [ 9 ]. ≥ Press [ D ] or [ E ] on the main unit. ≥ Each press increases the number of skips. For your reference Pressing [ : ] [ D ] or [ 9 ] [ E ] while the playback control ...
Page 19 - ] to enter the time and; During play; To stop playback; Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH
19 Pl a y in g ba c k [RAM] [DVD-R] 1 During play Press [TIME SLIP]. 2 Within 5 seconds Press [ 3 , 4 ] to enter the time and then press [ENTER]. Press to alter in one-minute units. Press and hold to alter in10-minute units. [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] During play Press [ 6 ] or [ 5 ]. ≥ ...
Page 20 - Marking places to play again—MARKER; ] to select the “Play” and; To clear the on-screen menus; Marking positions directly; Displaying the marker icon; When marking positions 11 and above; Playing from a marked position
20 Pl a y in g ba c k Marking places to play again—MARKER You can mark positions by pressing [MARKER]. Also use on-screenmenus to mark, recall, and clear positions. [RAM] [DVD-R] Mark up to 999 positions. The unit records the markers directly ontothe disc and they remain intact even if you remove th...
Page 21 - Using menus to play MP3 discs; ] to select the track and; Using the tree screen to find a group
21 Pl a y in g ba c k Using menus to play MP3 discs [MP3] This unit can play MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW with a computer.Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as groups. 1 Press [TOP MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the track and press [ENTER]. Play continues to the last track in t...
Page 22 - Playing while you are recording; ] to select a program and; To stop play and recording; TIME SLIP; Simultaneous rec and play
22 Pl a y in g ba c k Playing while you are recording [RAM] Press [ 1 ] (PLAY). Play starts from the beginning of the program being recorded. (Timeslip indicator lights.) [Note] Sound is not output while fast-forwarding. [RAM] You can play a program previously recorded. 1 During recording Press [DIR...
Page 23 - Changing audio; While playing DVD-Video; AUDIO; Using the FUNCTIONS window; While stopped; To clear the FUNCTIONS window; Icon
23 Pl a y in g ba c k Changing audio [RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] You can change the audio being received or played. Press [AUDIO]. How the type changes depends on when you press the button. ∫ While receiving MTS audio (Multi-channel Tele-vision Sound Stereo) Stereo: Main audio (stereo) v SAP: Secondary audi...
Page 24 - Timer recording; Preparation; Specify a time to stop recording; STATUS; Using VCR Plus
24 Timer recor d ing Timer recording [RAM] [DVD-R] This is a simple way of specifying a time to stop recording when youare in a hurry or before you go to bed. During recording Press [ ¥ , REC] to select the recording time. Each time you press the button: 0:30 "# 1:00 "# 1:30 "# 2:00 "...
Page 25 - ] to move through the items; Manually programming timer recordings; To release the unit from recording standby
25 Timer recor d ing You can enter up to 16 programs up to a month in advance. Each daily or weekly program is counted as one program. 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. 2 Press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 1 ] to move through the items and change the items with [ 3 , 4 ]. ≥ The current settings are shown each time you pr...
Page 26 - Icon explanations; Message displayed in the CHECK line; Enable; Move through the items with [; Numbered; Change or delete the program; To put the unit on timer recording standby
Timer recor d ing 26 Timer recording [RAM] [DVD-R] 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. Icon explanations W The times overlap those in another program.Note the following if times overlap:The program with the earlier start time receives priority.Recording of the program with the later start time starts whenthe earl...
Page 27 - Entering text; Using the numbered buttons to enter characters
27 Edit ing Entering text [RAM] [DVD-R] This page shows how to enter text for: ≥ Program titles for timer recording ( ➜ pages 24 and 25) Program titles ( ➜ page 32) ≥ Play list titles ( ➜ page 30) ≥ Disc titles ( ➜ page 34) You can enter up to: ≥ 64 characters (DVD-RAM) ≥ 40 characters for a disc ti...
Page 28 - Creating play lists; ] to select “Exit” and; To clear the play list screen
28 Edit ing Creating play lists [RAM] Specify start and end points to create scenes, then specify the orderin which they are to be played. These scenes are not recorded sep-arately so this doesn’t use much capacity.You can create a maximum of 99 play lists and 999 scenes. Preparation Release protect...
Page 29 - To stop play list play; ] to select the play list; To show scene 10 and later; To stop scene play; Edit Scenes
29 Edit ing 1 While stopped Press [PLAY LIST]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the play list and press [ENTER]. ≥ You can also select play lists by entering a 2-digit numberwith the numbered buttons. e.g., “5”: [0] ➜ [5] “15”: [1] ➜ [5] All the scenes in the play list are played. To stop play list play ...
Page 30 - Editing play lists; page; ” and press
30 Edit ing Editing play lists [RAM] Once a play list has been erased, it is irretrievable. Check carefully before proceeding. The copied play list appears at the bottom of the list. Play Scenes Operation While stopped Press [PLAY LIST]. To clear the play list or scene list screen Press [PLAY LIST]....
Page 31 - Repeat to erase other scenes.; Repeat to move other scenes.; ] to select the place; Add; page 18) to find the start and end points.; select “Exit
31 Edit ing Repeat to erase other scenes. Press [ ! , ] to select “Exit ” and press [ENTER]. The new scene is inserted before the highlighted scene. Press [ , ] to select “Next” and press [ENTER]. (Repeat to add other scenes.) Repeat to move other scenes. Press [ , , , ] to select the place where yo...
Page 32 - Editing programs
32 Edit ing Editing programs Erase Program 0 : 58 SP Erase Cancel Corresponding PLAY LIST will also be erased. Remaining Recording Time Protection Yes No Set up Program Protection. RETURN ENTER SELECT Shorten Segment – : – – . – – Start – : – – . – – End Start End Next Exit 0 : 00 . 01 PLAY 03 RETUR...
Page 33 - To confirm the division point
33 Edit ing [Note] The disc’s available recording time may not increase after erasing short programs. Computer data cannot be erased. The available recording time on DVD-R does not increase when you erase programs. The lock symbol appears when the program is write-protected. Press [ ] to set protect...
Page 34 - Disc setting; The markers you entered (
34 Edit ing Disc setting Enter Title If set, this will protect the disc from accidental erasure. Disc Protection Format Finalize (DVD-R recorded on this unit only) You can play DVD-R on compatible DVD players by finalizing them on this unit, effectively making them into DVD-Video. For your reference...
Page 35 - To stop formatting
35 Edit ing The lock symbol appearsclosed when the disc iswrite-protected. Press [ 2 ] to set disc protection and press [ENTER]. [Note] Computer data cannot be erased. Press [ 2 ] to select “Start” and press [ENTER]. DISC SETTING RETURN ENTER SELECT Prog # 7 Used Total Mark Free 10 0 : 58 0 : 42 (SP...
Page 36 - Using on-screen menus; ] to select the menu and; Common procedures; DISPLAY; Disc menu
36 Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion Using on-screen menus 1 Press [DISPLAY]. e.g., DVD-RAM 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item and press [ 1 ]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the setting. To clear the on-screen menus Press [DISPLAY]. For your reference ≥ T...
Page 37 - Play menu; Audio menu
37 Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion e.g., DVD-RAM Not available when playing Video CDs, CDs and MP3 discs. e.g., DVD-Video Play menu Disc VideoAudio Play Repeat play Marker OFF † † † † † † † † † † 1 s 10 Item Content Remarks Repeat play Each time you press [ 3 , 4 ]: [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] PRG: Program Chapt...
Page 38 - Video menu; Video
Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion 38 Using on-screen menus Not available when playing CDs and MP3 discs. [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] ∫ When you have set “TV Type” to “Aspect 4:3 &480P” or “Aspect 16:9 & 480P” in SETUP( ➜ page 10) Video menu Item Content Picture Normal: Default setting Soft: Soft pict...
Page 39 - Changing the information displayed; No display; Display examples; REC
39 Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion On-screen displays Displays appear on the television when you operate the unit to letyou know what operation was performed and what condition the unitis in. ≥ You can change the setting in the SETUP menu so the first displaydoes not appear automatically ( ➜ page 47, Displ...
Page 40 - Home Theater; Other uses; Enjoying CATV/Satellite broadcasts; What you want to do; Enjoying more powerful sound; Digital connection
40 Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion Home Theater Refer to the relevant pages for details. Other uses Record to digital recording equipment or cassette deck ( ➜ page 42) Record from a video cassette recorder ( ➜ page 15) Enjoying CATV/Satellite broadcasts What you want to do How to do it Referencepages Setti...
Page 41 - Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver; One cable TV box/satellite receiver; Two cable TV boxes
41 Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion ≥ The equipment connections described are examples. ≥ Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated. ≥ Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥ The signal from the cable TV box or sa...
Page 42 - Recording to digital recording equipment or cassette tapes; Connecting an amplifier or system component; OPTICAL IN
Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion 42 Home Theater This model can play Dolby Digital, but only in two channels. This model does not have a DTS decoder. You must connect a unit with a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder to enjoy surround sound. Recording to digital recording equipment or cassette tapes Digital record...
Page 43 - Connecting other video equipment
43 Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion § By using the S video cable instead of the yellow video cable youmay make recordings of higher picture quality. [Note] If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural, connect to L/MONO. (Both left and right channels are recorded when connectedthrough L/MONO.) § B...
Page 44 - Other antenna connections; Other antenna connection to the unit
44 Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion Other antenna connections Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead. ∫ A single twin lead ∫ A twin lead and a coaxial cable ∫ Two twin leads ≥ If your television has both lead and coaxial VHF terminals, use thelead connection to minimize signal loss. U...
Page 45 - Changing the remote control code; ] to select “Set Up” and
45 Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion Changing the remote control code Hitachi DVD players and recorders use the same remote controlsystem so they may respond unintentionally to a command from thisremote control. Change the code on this unit and its remote control(the two must match) if you place equipment cl...
Page 46 - Changing the unit’s settings; Summary of settings
46 Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion Changing the unit’s settings This chart shows the initial settings for this unit. See page 48 for details on menu operation. ≥ Underlined items are the factory presets. Summary of settings Tabs Menus Options Channel Antenna System ( ➜ page 7) Select to suit the type of an...
Page 48 - ] to select the menu’s tab; Options; Language code list
Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion 48 Changing the unit’s settings See page 46 for menu and option details. 1 While stopped Press [SETUP] to show the menus. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu’s tab and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the optio...
Page 49 - Auto Clock Setting
49 Ad v a nc ed ope rat ion Preparation If you connect the unit through a cable TV box or DSS receiver( ➜ page 41), tune to your local PBS station before starting auto clock setting. Use manual clock setting if auto clock setting does notwork or if there is no local PBS channel in your area. 1 Press...
Page 50 - Glossary; How to hold a disc; Disc handling
50 Re fe re nce \ Glossary Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 chan-nel) before it is decoded into its various channels. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is the copyright protection technology that is used to protectbroadcasts that are allowed...
Page 51 - Error messages; On the television
51 Re fe re nce Error messages On the television Page On the unit’s display No disc. ≥ You haven’t inserted a disc. Correctly insert a disc that this unit can use. ≥ The disc is upside down. If it is a single-sided disc, insert it so the label is facing up. 1115 This is non-recordable disc. ≥ The un...
Page 52 - Troubleshooting guide
52 Re fe re nce Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the below checks. Power Page Operation Picture ≥ When progressive output is on, refer also to “ Progressive video ” below. Progressive video No power. ≥ Insert the AC power supply cord securely into a known active AC outlet. 5 The...
Page 54 - Maintenance; Product Service
Re fe re nce 54 Troubleshooting guide Recording and timer recording Page The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the envi-ronment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarettesmoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown. To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. ≥ N...
Page 55 - Specifications
55 Re fe re nce Specifications Recording system: DVD video recording standards(DVD-RAM),DVD video standards (DVD-R) Optical pick-up: System with 1 lens, 2 integrationunits (662 nm wavelength for DVDs,790 nm wavelength for CDs) Recordable discs: 12 cm (5 q ) 4.7 GB DVD-RAM discs 12 cm (5 q ) 9.4 GB D...
Page 56 - Preparación; Conexiones del televisor y de la antena; Para disfrutar del vídeo progresivo; Plug-in para Sintonización automática
56 Es pa ñol Instalación básica Preparación ≥ Confirme que la antena esté conectada correctamente. ≥ Encienda el televisor y seleccione en él la entrada de vídeoapropiada para ajustar las conexiones realizadas al aparato. 1 Pulse [ Í , DVD POWER] para encender el aparato. 2 Pulse [ 3 , 4 ] para sele...
Page 57 - ñol; Guía VCR Plus; Disco
57 Es pa ñol Ajuste esta guía de canales de manera que pueda utilizar loscódigos i VCR Plus para la grabación con temporizador. 1 Pulse [SETUP] para visualizar losmenús. 2 Pulse [ 3 , 4 ] para seleccionar “Canal” y pulse [ 1 ]. 3 Pulse [ 3 , 4 ] para seleccionar “VCR Plus r Ajuste canal” y pulse [EN...
Page 58 - CH] para seleccionar el; Para detener la grabación; Para su referencia
58 Es pa ñol Grabación de programas de televisión [RAM] [DVD-R] 1 Pulse [ Í , DVD POWER] para encender el aparato. 2 Pulse [ < OPEN/CLOSE] para abrir la bandeja e introduzca un disco( ➜ siguiente página). ≥ Vuelva a pulsar el botón para cerrar la bandeja. ≥ En un disco de doble cara, no es posibl...
Page 59 - ] para seleccionar un; Grabación y reproducción simultáneas; Para detener la reproducción y la grabación
59 Es pa ñol [RAM] [DVD-R] Puede introducir un disco con o sin estuche. [Note] ≥ Cargue discos de doble cara de manera que la etiqueta de la caraque desee grabar/reproducir quede mirando hacia arriba. ≥ Al utilizar DVD-RAM de 8 cm (3 ″ ), retire el disco del estuche e introdúzcalo, asegurándose de q...
Page 60 - bandeja e introducir un disco (; Para detener la reproducción; Bandeja del disco
60 Es pa ñol Reproducción de discos [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] 1 Pulse [ Í , DVD POWER] para encender el aparato. 2 Pulse [ < OPEN/CLOSE] para abrir la bandeja e introducir un disco ( ➜ página 59). ≥ Vuelva a pulsar el botón para cerrar la bandeja. ≥ Si está activada la protección del...
Page 61 - ] para seleccionar un elemento y; ] para seleccionar “Borrar” y; Sobre la lista de programas
61 Es pa ñol [VCD] Interruptor [DVD, TV] a “ DVD ” y Pulse los botones numerados (0, 1 j 9) para seleccionar un elemento. por ejemplo., “5”: [0] ➜ [5] “15”: [1] ➜ [5] [DVD-V] Pulse [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] para seleccionar un elemento y pulse [ENTER]. ≥ Puede que también sea posible utilizar los botones nu...
Page 62 - Index; Erase; Índice; Borrar
62 Index Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Antenna system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Audio attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Channel caption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Channel setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Chasing play . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
