Page 2 - Important Information; CAUTION; CLASS 1
Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fi re or shock hazard, do not expose this DVD recorder to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts....
Page 3 - Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Types of Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Things to consider before you connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Unpack the Box . ....
Page 4 - Chapter 1: Connections and Setup; Types of Discs; RECORDING: TYPES OF DISCS YOU CAN USE FOR RECORDING; Things to consider before you connect; Protect components from overheating; Position cables properly to avoid audio interference; Connection Pictures; Unpack the Box
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 2 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Types of Discs RECORDING: TYPES OF DISCS YOU CAN USE FOR RECORDING DVD+R 2.4x, 4x, or 8x ONLY; DVD+RW 2.4x and 4x ONLY. NOTES: It is NOT possible to record on CD-R or CD-RW discs. IMPORTANT: It...
Page 5 - Components; TV; VCR Connection
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 3 DVD Recorder STO P CH+ /SK IP+ CH-/ SKIP - FWD REV PLA Y/PA USE OPE N/C LOS E REC ORD INP UT Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your DVD recorder. Please use the following...
Page 6 - Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables; S-Video Jacks and Cables; Pb
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 4 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables This section describes the jacks and cables you can use to make connections (only a coaxial cable, an S-Video cable, and a set of audio/video cables are pa...
Page 7 - Back of the DVD Recorder; Explanation of Jacks (from left to right)
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 5 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Back of the DVD Recorder The back of your recorder might look a little overwhelming at fi rst. This section explains what goes where and why. There are two sets of jacks on the back of your uni...
Page 9 - Front of the DVD Recorder
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 7 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Front of the DVD Recorder ON/STANDBY – Turns the DVD recorder on and off. STOP – Stops playback and/or recording. PLAY/PAUSE – Starts playback of a disc. Pauses recording or playback. REV (reve...
Page 10 - DVD Recorder
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 8 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup In from cable or antenna TV The back of your TV might look different than the one pictured here. To watch one program while you record another: Tune the TV to its Input 1 channel or Vid 1 chann...
Page 12 - Cable Box
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 10 CABLE IN CABLE OUT OPTICAL ON OFF OUTPUT L R PROG. SCAN AUDIO OUT IN INPUT CABLE/ANTENNA CH4 CH3 AC IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO OUTPUT Y Pb Pr COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L R AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO L R INPUT1 INPUT2 S...
Page 16 - Advanced Audio Connection Information; Connecting your DVD Recorder to an audio/video receiver
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 14 OPTICAL ON OFF OUTPUT L R PROG. SCAN AUDIO OUT IN INPUT CABLE/ANTENNA CH4 CH3 AC IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO OUTPUT Y Pb Pr COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L R AUDIO VIDEO Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Advanced Au...
Page 17 - Install Batteries in the Remote; Turn on the TV and DVD Recorder; Complete the Interactive Setup; English
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 15 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Install Batteries in the Remote 1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote. 2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and –) on the batteries with the diagram on ...
Page 18 - ) Select the Signal that’s connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA; Done; Eastern; ) Daylight Savings Time
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 16 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup 2) Select the Signal that’s connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA INPUT jack Completing this information lets the DVD recorder know what program signals are being sent to it. Choose the type of signa...
Page 19 - What to Expect; Turn on the DVD Recorder to Watch TV; Discs for Recording; Date
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 17 7) Time and Date Your DVD recorder has an automatic clock, but it may take awhile for the DVD recorder to fi nd the correct channel for the clock. Therefore, you might want to set up the clock manually here. Use the number bu...
Page 20 - Next Steps; Video Input Channel Variations; Button on the; How to fi nd your TV’s Video Input Channel; Other Brands of TVs
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 18 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Next Steps This chapter is dedicated to connecting your DVD recorder. Choose what you want to do next, and go to the appropriate chapter for instructions. Chapter 2: The Remote Control (page 1...
Page 21 - Chapter 2; The Remote Control; Explanation of the buttons
page 19 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 2 The Remote C...
Page 22 - Explanation of Buttons; Chapter 2: The Remote Control
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 20 Explanation of Buttons You can use this remote to operate the DVD recorder, and to access the features available. The remote is also designed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan components (TVs and satellite receivers). If y...
Page 23 - Direct Entry; Automatic Code Search
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 21 Find out if the remote can operate your TV This remote control is designed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs.1. Press the TV button. 2. Press the ON•OFF button (if the TV turns on or off, this remote will operate the T...
Page 24 - Using the remote to operate other components; Know the mode
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 22 Chapter 2: The Remote Control Programming the remote to operate a satellite receiver or cable box This remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan satellite receivers — just press the SAT•CABLE button. I...
Page 25 - Hitachi; Code List:TVs for TV button
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 23 Chapter 2: The Remote Control Abex 1172 Admiral 10011173 1211 Adventura 1174 Aiko 1016 Akai 1002 Alleron 1046 Amtron 1038 Anam National 10031038119211931194 AOC 1004100510061007117511761195 Audiovox 1038 Belcor 1004 Bell &...
Page 27 - Chapter 3; • Watching
page 25 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 3 Recording, P...
Page 28 - Watching TV; The Channel Banner; REC; DVD Recording; Express Recording Feature; Watching one channel while you record another channel
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 26 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Watching TV Turn on the DVD Recorder to Watch TV 1. Turn on the TV, and tune the TV to the correct Video Input Channel (this channel corresponds to the input jacks on your TV that...
Page 29 - Timer Recordings; Setting up timer recordings to record programs automatically
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 27 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Timer Recordings Setting up timer recordings to record programs automatically 1. From the DVD recorder’s main menu, use the remote’s arrow buttons to highlight Timers , and press ...
Page 30 - Disc Library; Editing the Genre of a Title; Other Sorting Options—Show All Discs
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 28 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Disc Library You can fi nd a show you recorded to disc more quickly by using the DVD recorder’s Disc Library. Everytime you use your DVD recorder to record a program, the DVD reco...
Page 31 - Playback; Disc Information
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 29 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Playback To play recordings, do the following: 1. Turn on the TV and the DVD recorder. 2. Make sure the TV is tuned to the correct Video Input Channel (for help, go to page 18). 3...
Page 33 - Editing Titles with the Hide Chapter Feature
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 31 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Using the Split Title Feature to Copy Camcorder Videocassette Tapes to Disc The Split Title option lets you divide one recording into different titles. This is especially handy wh...
Page 34 - Chapter 4; Playing Discs
Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. page 32 Chapter 4 Playing Disc...
Page 35 - Chapter 4: Playing Discs; Regional Coding; How to Load and Play Discs
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 33 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Regional Coding Both the DVD recorder and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for a pre-recorded DVD to play. This player’s code is region 1. However, discs you use...
Page 36 - Using Different Menus; Search Options; Playback options
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 34 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Using Different Menus Each disc is programmed with different features. There are three separate types of menus that you can use to access features: • The Disc menu – The Disc menu is part of each disc...
Page 37 - Using the On-Screen Info Display; This is the Info Display you’ll see when you’re playing an audio CD.
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 35 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Using the On-Screen Info Display The on-screen Info Display contains many playback features. To see the Info Display, press the INFO button on the remote while a disc is playing (the Info Display appe...
Page 38 - Selecting a Title on DVDs or a Track on Audio CDs or Video CDs
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 36 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Time Display (DVD, Video CD, and Audio CD) This feature displays the time that has elapsed during playback. For DVD discs, the time displayed refers to the current title and acts as a Time Search feat...
Page 39 - AB Repeat
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 37 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Repeat Icon (DVD, Video CD, and Audio CD) By default, the Repeat feature is Off. There are three Repeat options: • Title – repeats the title that is playing • Disc – repeats the disc that is playing •...
Page 41 - Playing mp3 or JPEG fi les; Creating an mp3 Disc on Your Computer
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 39 Chapter 4: Playing Discs IntroScan Icon (Audio CD) Use the IntroScan feature to preview each track on the CD. 1. While the CD is playing, press INFO (the Info Display appears). 2. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the IntroS...
Page 43 - Chapter 5; Menu System
page 41 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 5 Menu System ...
Page 44 - Chapter 5: Menu System; Overview of the Menu System; How to navigate through on-screen menus
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 42 Chapter 5: Menu System Overview of the Menu System Since this product has many features, it has a wealth of menus and options. To access the main menu during playback, press the STOP button on the remote. To access the main m...
Page 47 - Parental Controls
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 45 Chapter 5: Menu System Disc Library The disc library accesses information about what you’ve recorded onto discs. Details of this feature and the submenus are described on page 28. Timers Timer: You can add timers and view or ...
Page 50 - Edit the list of channels found
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 48 Chapter 5: Menu System Installation: The submenus contained in the Installation menu pertain to the type of signal that is connected to your DVD recorder (cable or off-air antenna). If you move, or change any of the informati...
Page 51 - Chapter 6; Additional Information
page 49 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 6 Additional I...
Page 52 - Chapter 6: Additional Information; Troubleshooting; General Problems
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 50 Chapter 6: Additional Information Troubleshooting General Problems Player won’t work (locks up) • Try unplugging the AC power cord and plugging it back in.• Reset the DVD recorder: on the front of the unit, press and hold the...
Page 53 - Recording/Copying Problems
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 51 Chapter 6: Additional Information Play starts, but then stops immediately • The disc is dirty. Clean it.• Condensation has formed in the DVD recorder. Allow it to dry out. The picture is distorted and/or fuzzy; or “jumps” dur...
Page 54 - mp3 fi les; Can’t get to DVD recorder’s main menu
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 52 Chapter 6: Additional Information mp3 fi les The following recommendations can’t be taken as a guarantee that the DVD recorder will play mp3 recordings, or as an assurance of sound quality. Certain technologies and methods fo...
Page 55 - Remote Control; Remote won’t work; Handling Cautions; Formation of Condensation
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 53 Chapter 6: Additional Information Remote Control Remote won’t work • You might be in the wrong mode. To operate your DVD recorder, press the DVD button on the remote before you press any other buttons. If you’re operating the...
Page 56 - Limited Warranty
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 54 Chapter 6: Additional Information Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase for parts and labor. The warranty period ...
Page 57 - Accessory Information; How to Order; By Phone
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 55 Chapter 6: Additional Information Accessory Information There are various accessories available to complement your product. Prices are subject to change without notice. All accessories are subject to availability. A shipping ...
Page 58 - Copying content from a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc to a VCR videocassette
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 56 Copying content from a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc to a VCR videocassette The following instructions are provided for a general connection in case you might want to copy content from a disc you recorded to a VCR videocassette.The ba...
Page 59 - Copying content from a VCR videocassette to a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 57 Copying content from a VCR videocassette to a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc The following instructions are provided for a general connection in case you want to copy your VCR videocassettes to disc. The back of your TV and VCR probabl...
Page 64 - © 2 0 0 4 T h o m s o n I n c .; T H O M S O N
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