ZV427FX4 A - DVD player combo FUNAI - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	DVD Player Combo (DVD/VCR)
Brand	Funai
Model	ZV427FX4 A
Dimensions (W x H x D)	430 x 90 x 280 mm
Weight	4.5 kg
Power Supply	120V, 60Hz, 50W
Disc Formats	DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, VCD
Video Output	Composite, S-Video, Component (YPbPr)
Audio Output	Stereo analog, Coaxial digital
Recording Features	DVD Recording to DVD±R/RW, One Touch Recording, Timer Recording
VCR Features	VHS Playback and Recording, Auto Head Cleaning
Playback Compatibility	NTSC, PAL (selectable), Multi-system
Maintenance	Clean lens with DVD cleaning disc; avoid prolonged pause on static images
Safety	Class 1 Laser; do not disassemble; keep away from moisture
Spare Parts & Repairability	Contact Funai customer service; repair index 5/10
General Information	User manual in English and other languages; remote control included

Frequently Asked Questions - ZV427FX4 A FUNAI

How do I connect the Funai ZV427FX4 A to my TV?

Use the composite or component video cables to connect the DVD player to your TV. For audio, use the stereo analog cables. Ensure the TV is set to the correct input source.

Can I play DVDs from different regions on this player?

The Funai ZV427FX4 A is typically region code 1 (USA/Canada). To play DVDs from other regions, you may need to unlock it via a special code or use a region-free option.

Why is my DVD not playing?

Check that the disc is inserted correctly, label-side up. Clean the disc with a soft cloth. Ensure the disc format is supported (DVD, CD, etc.). If the lens is dirty, use a DVD lens cleaning disc.

How do I record from VHS to DVD?

Insert a recordable DVD (DVD±R/RW) and a VHS tape. Press the SOURCE button to select VCR, then press REC to start recording. Stop when finished. You can also use timer recording.

The remote control is not working. What should I do?

Replace the batteries with fresh ones. Ensure the remote is pointed at the device's infrared sensor. Remove any obstacles. If still not working, try resetting the remote by removing batteries and pressing all buttons.

Can I connect the DVD player to a home theater system?

Yes, use the coaxial or optical digital audio output to connect to your home theater receiver. Ensure the receiver is set to the correct input.

How do I clean the lens?

Use a commercially available DVD lens cleaning disc. Follow the instructions provided with the cleaning disc. Do not use liquids or abrasive materials.

What does the 'NTSC/PAL' setting do?

This setting adjusts the video output format. NTSC is used in North America, PAL in Europe. Select the format that matches your TV to avoid flickering or black-and-white picture.

My VHS tape is stuck. How do I remove it?

Unplug the power for 30 seconds, then plug back in. If still stuck, gently pull the tape. If it resists, do not force it; contact a technician. Frequent jams may require cleaning.

How can I improve picture quality?

Use component (YPbPr) or HDMI (if available) for best quality. Adjust the TV's sharpness and brightness. Ensure the disc is clean and of good quality.

USER MANUAL ZV427FX4 A FUNAI

Picture CD COMPATIBLE

DIGITAL STEREO CREATOR

DIGITAL AUDIO

FUNAI

SAFETY INFORMATION

The model and serial numbers of this unit may be found on the cabinet. You should record and retain those numbers for future reference.

Model No.: ____

Serial No.: ____

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The important note and rating are located on the rear or bottom of the cabinet.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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.

The symbol for CLASS II (Double Insulation)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. 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 third 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. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

FCC WARNING

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

RADIO-TV INTERFERENCE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Disconnect the mains plug to shut off when finding trouble or not in use. The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

SAFETY INFORMATION

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. WARNING: Batteries (battery pack or battery installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

LASER SAFETY

This apparatus is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.

This apparatus employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this apparatus, due to possible eye injury.

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION

Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of discs are prohibited. This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.

Do not place the unit on furniture that can be tilted by a child or an adult leaning, pulling, standing, or climbing on it. A falling unit can cause serious injury or even death.

Never use a gas duster on this unit.

The gas trapped inside this unit may cause ignition and explosion.

To Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
• Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it from an AC outlet. Grasp it by the plug.
• Do not put your fingers or objects into the unit.

Location and Handling

• Do not install the unit in direct sunlight, near strong magnetic fields, or in a place subject to dust or strong vibration.
• Avoid a place with drastic temperature changes.
• Install the unit in a horizontal and stable position. Do not place anything directly on top or bottom of the unit. Depending on your external devices, noise or disturbance of the picture and/or sound may be generated if the unit is placed too close to them. In this case, please ensure enough space between the external devices and the unit.
• Depending on the environment, the temperature of this unit may increase slightly. This is not a malfunction.
• Be sure to remove the disc and unplug the AC power cord from the outlet before carrying the unit.

Dew Condensation Warning

• Dew condensation may form inside the unit in the following conditions. If so, do not use this unit at least for a few hours until its inside gets dry.
• The unit is moved from a cold place to a warm place.
• Under conditions of high humidity.
• After heating a cold room.

Note about Recycling

• This unit's packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your local recycling regulations.
• Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning chemical wastes.
• For product recycling information, please visit - www.funaiamerica.com.

Notice for Progressive Scan Output

- 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 picture problems with 525(480) progressive scan output, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the 'standard definition' output. If there are questions regarding your TV set compatibility with this 525p(480p) DVD player, please contact our customer service center.

Supplied Accessories

remote control (NC180UD/NC180UH) with batteries (AA 1.5V x 2)

RCA audio/video cables

owner's manual

quick guide

Maintenance

Servicing

• Please refer to relevant topics on "TROUBLESHOOTING" on pages 84-87 before returning the product.
• If this unit becomes inoperative, do not try to correct the problem by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Turn the unit to the standby mode, unplug the power plug and please call our help line mentioned on the front page to locate an Authorized Service Center.

Cleaning the cabinet

• Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the unit with a soft cloth.
• Never use a solvent, thinner, benzene or alcohol to clean the unit. Do not spray insecticide liquid near the unit. Such chemicals may discolor the surface or damage the unit.

Cleaning discs

• When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center to out. Do not wipe in a circular motion.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, detergent, abrasive cleaning agents or antistatic spray intended for analog records.

Cleaning the disc lens

• If this unit still does not perform properly although you refer to the relevant sections and to "TROUBLESHOOTING" in this owner's manual, the laser optical pickup unit may be dirty. Consult your dealer or an Authorized Service Center for inspection and cleaning of the laser optical pickup unit.

Disc handling

• Handle the discs so that fingerprints and dust do not adhere to the surfaces of the discs. Always store the disc in its protective case when it is not used.

Auto head cleaning

• Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a cassette, so you can see a clear picture.
• Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while the TV program reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the video heads after a long period of use or the usage of rental or worn tapes can cause this problem. If a streaky or snowy picture appears during playback, the video heads in your unit may need to be cleaned.
• Please visit your local Audio/Video store and purchase a good quality VHS video head cleaner.
• If a video head cleaner does not solve the problem, please consult your dealer or an Authorized Service Center.

Note

• Remember to read the instructions along with the video head cleaner before use.
• Clean video heads only when problems occur.

IR signal check

If the remote control does not work properly, you can test if the remote control sends out the infrared signal with a digital camera (including built-in camera of cellular phone). It will help to define the cause of malfunction.

With a digital camera (including built-in camera of cellular phone):

Direct a digital camera to remote control, press and hold a button on remote control. If infrared light appears through digital camera, the remote control is working.

Trademark Information

Kodak

Picture CD COMPATIBLE

Kodak and the KODAK Picture CD Compatible logo are trademarks of Kodak used under license.

DOLBY.

DIGITAL STEREO CREATOR

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Dolby Digital Stereo Creator

"Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator enables consumers to create stereo DVD-Videos with stunning Dolby Digital sound tracks at home. The technology, when utilized instead of PCM recording, also saves recordable disc space, allowing for higher video resolution or extended recording time on each DVD. DVDs mastered using Dolby Digital Stereo Creator will play back on all DVD-Video players."

Note: This is true when the players are compatible with actual recordable DVD discs.

HDMI®

HIGH-DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

DVD is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

FUNAI is a registered trademark of Funai Electric Co., Ltd. and may not be used in any way without the express written consent of Funai.

© 2013 Funai Electric Co., Ltd.

All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, transcribed, downloaded or stored in any storage medium, in any form or for any purpose without the express prior written consent of Funai. Furthermore, any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly prohibited.

Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Funai reserves the right to change the content herein without the obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes.

Instructions continue on the next page.

Introduction

SAFETY INFORMATION 2

FEATURES....8

Symbols Used in this Owner's Manual ..... 9

FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW 10

FrontPanel 1C

Rear Panel 1

RemoteControl 12

Front Panel Display....14

Connections

CONNECTION 15

Connecting to an External Tuner ..... 15

TV Connection Overview.... 15

Connecting to a TV with

an HDMI™ Compatible Port.... 16

Connecting to a TV with

Component Video Input jacks....17

Connecting to a TV with an S-Video Input Jack....17

Connecting to a TV with

Audio / Video Input Jacks 18

Connecting to a TV without

Audio / Video Input Jacks 18

Digital Audio Connection.... 19

Basic Setup

BEFORE YOU START 20

Finding the Viewing Channel on Your TV ..... 20

Guide to On-Screen Display/ Menu.... 21

Main Menu.... 23

Switching DVD / VCR Mode.... 24

How to Insert a Disc / Cassette Tape .... 24

INITIAL SETTING 25

SETTING THE CLOCK 26

Recording

INFORMATION ON DVD RECORDING 27

BEFORE RECORDING 28

Setting for Auto Chapter 28

Recording Audio Select (XP) 28

Setting Aspect Ratio for Video Mode Recording ... 28

BASIC RECORDING&

Hints for Timer Recording 34

SATELLITE LINK 35

SETTINGS FOR AN EXTERNAL DEVICE .... 37

Connection to an External Device 37

Setting for the Video Input 37

Recording from an External Device ..... 38

BI-DIRECTIONAL DUBBING 39

SETTING A DISC TO PROTECT 41

PLAYING THE DISCS ON OTHER DVD PLAYERS .... 42

Finalizing a Disc....42

Auto Finalizing 43

Playback

INFORMATION ON PLAYBACK 44

BASIC PLAYBACK 46

Direct Playback 46

Playback from the Title List 47

Playing Back an Audio CD and

a CD-RW/ -R with JPEG Files 48

Using the Title / Disc Menu 49

Pause 49

SPECIAL PLAYBACK 50

Resume Playback 50

Fast Forward / Fast Reverse Playback .... 50

Skipping TV Commercials During Playback. 50

Rapid Playback....50

Step by Step Playback....51

Slow Forward / Slow Reverse Playback k....51

Zoom....51

Marker Setting 52

Repeat Playback 52

Random Playback....53

Slide Show 53

Program Playback 53

SEARCH 54

Title / Chapter Search 54

Track Search....54

Time Search....55

SELECTING THE FORMAT OF AUDIO AND VIDEO .. 56

Switching Subtitles 56

Switching Audio Soundtrack 56

Switching Camera Angles 57

Reducing Block Noise 57

Editing

INFORMATION ON DISC EDITING .... 58

Guide to a Title List.... 58

Editing Discs 58

FORMATTING A DISC 59

Choosing the Recording Format of a Brand-New

DVD-RW 59

Reformatting a Disc Manually 60

CREATING/DELETING PLAYLIST....61

Adding Titles to a Playlist.... 61

Erasing All Play list 62

DELETING TITLES 63

EDITING DISCS 64

Deleting a Part of a Title 64

Putting Names on Titles 66

Setting Chapter Marks 67

Setting or Clearing All Chapter Marks at Once..... 68

Dividing a Title....69

Combining Titles 70

Setting or Releasing the Title Protection ..... 71

Function Setup

LIST OF SETTINGS 72

SETUPS....74

Playback 74

Display 77

Video 78

HDMI 79

Reset All 8C

VCR Functions

VCR FUNCTIONS 81

Information on VCR Functions 81

Playback 81

Recording 81

One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) 82

Index xSearch 82

Time Search 83

Other Operations 83

Others

TROUBLESHOOTING 84

LANGUAGE CODE 88

GLOSSARY 89

SPECIFICATIONS....90

Español

ESPAÑOL....91

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty .... Back Cover

FEATURES

This unit not only plays back DVD, CD and VCR but also offers features for you to record on DVD and edit them after that. The following features are offered with this unit.

Recording

This unit is compatible with recording on DVD-RW which is recordable repeatedly and DVD-R which accept the additional recordings until the disc becomes full but not overwritable.

You can choose either one for your convenience. Also, this unit allows you to record to the cassette tape

Up to 12 program recording:

You can program the unit to record up to 12 programs within a one-month period. Daily or weekly program recordings are also available.

One-touch timer recording (OTR):

You can easily set a recording time as you prefer. Every time [REC] is pressed during recording, the recording time will be increased by 30 minutes up to 8 hours. The recording automatically stops when the recording time you set is reached or the disc is full.

Dubbing mode:

You can copy a DVD to a cassette tape or copy a cassette tape to a DVD. This function will be possible only if the DVD or a cassette tape is not copy protected. You cannot record on a cassette tape when its erase-protection tab is removed.

Left channel stereo recording:

This unit can record the sound of the left channel monaural input as left and right channels automatically.

DVD

Automatic chapter mark setting:

Chapter marks will be put on recordings as you set before attempting to record.

Automatic title menu making:

The unit creates title menu automatically when finalizing discs for video mode recording.

Automatic playlist making:

The unit creates a playlist automatically after recording VR mode DVD-RW.

Automatic title finalizing:

For video mode DVD-RW/-R recording, you can finalize discs automatically after finishing all timer recordings or at the end of the disc space if you set this in the main menu.

Playback

DVD

Theater surround sound in your home:

When connecting the unit to an amplifier or a decoder which is compatible with Dolby Digital, you can experience the theater surround sound from discs with surround sound system.

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the search function. Search for a desired point on a disc by title, chapter or time.

Playing back JPEG / KODAK Picture CD files:

You can enjoy JPEG / KODAK Picture CD files which are recorded on CD-RW -R.

VCR

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the index search/time search functions. An index mark will be assigned at the beginning of each recording you make. For time search function, you can go to a specific point on a cassette tape by entering the exact amount of time you wish to skip.

Editing

DVD

Deleting titles:

You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.

Putting names on titles:

You can put your favorite names on titles.

Setting / clearing chapter marks:

You can set / clear chapter marks on titles.

Dividing or combining titles (VR mode DVD-RW only):

You can divide or combine a playlist title.

Deleting parts of titles (VR mode DVD-RW only):

You can delete a specific part of a title.

Compatibility

DVD

Available for playing back discs on a regular DVD player:

Recorded discs can be played back on regular DVD players, including computer DVD drives compatible with DVD-video playback. For DVD-RW/-R, you need to finalize the recorded discs to play back on other DVD players.

Others

DVD VCR

Progressive scan system

Unlike conventional interface scanning, the progressive scan system provides less flickering and images in higher resolution than that of traditional television signals.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

You can enjoy clearer audio/video output when connecting this unit to a display device with an HDMI-compatible port.

Symbols Used in this Owner's Manual

To specify for what disc type each function is, we put the following symbols at the beginning of each item to operate.

* DVD-RW recoded in the non compatible recording format is not recordable. * DVD-R recorded in VR mode is not recordable on this unit.

Symbol

Description

For Recording, Playing Back, and Editing

Description refers to DVD-RW (VR mode)

Description refers to DVD-RW (Video mode)

Description refers to DVD-R (Video mode)

For Recording and Playing Back

Description refers to VHS tapes. Use only cassettes marked VHS (VHS).

For Playback only

Description refers to DVD-video.

Description refers to audio CD.

Description refers to CD-RW/-R with JPEG files (KODAK Picture CD files included).

If you do not find any of the symbols listed above under the function heading, the operation is applicable to all media.

FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW

Front Panel

(*)The unit can also be turned on by pressing these buttons or inserting a cassette tape.

1. Cassette compartment (VCR). Insert a cassette tape here.

Insert a cassette tape here.

2. ▲ button (DVD)*. Press to open or close the disc tray.

Press to open or close the disc tray.

1. Disc tray (DVD)

Place a disc when it is open.

1. AUDIO input jacks (L2) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect an external device with an RCA audio cable.

1. VIDEO input jack (L2) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect an external device with an RCA video cable.

1. S-VIDEO input jack (L2) (DVD/VCR)

Use to connect the S-video output of an external device with an S-video cable.

1. ● REC button (DVD)

- Press once to start a recording.

- Press repeatedly to start the one-touch timer recording.

8. ▶ button (DVD)*

Press to start or resume playback.

1. ■ button (DVD)

- Press to stop playback or recording.

- Press to stop the proceeding timer recording in DVD.

1. DVD indicator

Lights up when the DVD output mode is selected.

1. SOURCE button (DVD/VCR)

Press to select the component you wish to operate.

1. VCR indicator

Lights up when the VCR output mode is selected.

1. D.DUBBING button (DVD/VCR)

Press to start VCR to DVD (DVD to VCR) duplication which you set in the main menu.

1. TRACKING ▼ / ▲ buttons (VCR)

- Press to adjust the tracking during playback or in slow motion of the cassette tape.

- While playback is in still mode, you can adjust the picture blurred vertically.

1. Display (DVD/VCR)

Refer to "Front Panel Display" on page 14.

1. Infrared sensor window (DVD/VCR)

Receive signals from your remote control so that you can control the unit from a distance.

1. ●REC button (VCR)

Press once to start a recording. Press repeatedly to start the one-touch timer recording.

18. ▶ button (VCR)

Press to start playback.

1. ■ ▲ button (VCR)

- Press to remove the cassette tape from the cassette compartment.

- Press to stop cassette tape playback or recording.

- Press to stop the proceeding timer recording in VCR.

20. ▶▶ button (VCR)

Press to rapidly advance the cassette tape or view the picture rapidly forward during playback (forward search).

1. ◀ button (VCR)

Press to rewind the cassette tape or to view the picture rapidly in reverse during playback (rewind search).

1. ⏻ button (DVD/VCR)

Press to turn on the unit or to turn the unit to the standby mode. (To completely shut down the unit, you must unplug the AC power cord.)

23. POWER-ON indicator (DVD/VCR)

Red LED lights up when power is on.

Rear Panel

1. AC Power Cord

• Connect to a standard AC outlet to supply power to this unit.
• Unplug this cord from the AC outlet to completely shut down the unit.

2. HDMI OUT jack

Use an HDMI cable to connect to a display with an HDMI compatible port.

3. AUDIO OUT jacks

Use to connect a TV monitor, AV receiver or other device with an RCA audio cable.

4. VIDEO OUT jack

Use to connect a TV monitor, AV receiver or other device with an RCA video cable.

5. VIDEO IN jack (L1)

Use to connect external device with an RCA video cable.

6. AUDIO IN jacks (L1)

Use to connect external device with an RCA audio cable.

7. S-VIDEO IN jack (L1)

Use to connect the S-video output of external device with an S-video cable.

8. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks

Use to connect a TV monitor with component video inputs with a component video cable.

9. S-VIDEO OUT jack

Use to connect the S-video input of a TV monitor, AV receiver or other device with an S-video cable.

10. COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack

Use to connect an AV receiver, Dolby Digital decoder or other device with a digital audio coaxial input jack with a digital audio coaxial cable.

Do not touch the inner pins of the jacks on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.

This unit does not have the RF modulator.

Caution when using S-video, component or HDMI

connection for VCR:

Only the playback video/audio are available with these connections

Remote Control

Installing the Batteries in the Remote Control

Install the batteries (AA 1.5V × 2) matching the polarity indicated inside the battery compartment of the remote control.

1

Open the cover.

2

Insert batteries.

Make sure to match + and - on the batteries to the marks indicated in the battery compartment.

3

Close the cover.

Note

Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting. Please observe the following:

• Lithium or Ni-Cad and Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are not recommended for use in the remote control.
• Do not mix different types of batteries such as alkaline and standard (carbon-zinc).
• Do not mix new and old batteries together.
• Do not use different kinds of batteries together. Although they may look similar, different batteries may have different voltages.
• Make sure that the + and - ends of each battery match the indications in the battery compartment.
• Remove batteries from battery compartment that is not going to be used for a month or more.
• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction's rules that apply in your country or area.
• Do not recharge, short-circuit, heat, burn or disassemble batteries.

Using a Remote Control

Keep in mind the following when using the remote control:

• Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the infrared sensor window on the unit.
• Remote operation may become unreliable if strong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on the infrared sensor window of the unit.
• Remote control for different devices can interfere with each other. Avoid using remote control for other device operated close to the unit.
• Replace the batteries when you notice a fall off in the operating range of the remote control
• The maximum operable ranges from the unit are as follows.
• Line of sight: approx. 23 feet (7m)
• Either side of the center: approx. 16 feet (5m) within 30°
• Above: approx. 16 feet (5m) within 15° - Below: approx. 10 feet (3m) within 30°

Instructions continue on the next page.

1. 🔒 button (DVD/VCR)

Press to turn on the unit or to turn the unit to the standby mode. (To completely shut down the unit, you must unplug the AC power cord.)

2. Number/Character buttons (DVD/VCR)

• Press to select a title/chapter/track/file on display.
• Press to enter values for the settings in the main menu.
• Press to enter title names.
• Press to start the index/time search in VCR mode.

3. DISPLAY button (DVD/VCR)

Press to display the display menu on or off.

4. DISC MENU button (DVD)

• Press to display the disc menu. • To change original and playlist on the TV screen.

5. OK button (DVD/VCR)

Press to confirm or select menu items.

6. SETUP button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to display the main menu
• During DVD playback, press and hold for more than 3 seconds to switch the progressive scanning mode to the interlace mode.

7. VCR button

Press to select the VCR output mode.

8. ◀◀ button (DVD)

• During playback, press to return to the beginning of the current chapter, track or file.
• When playback is paused, press repeatedly to reverse the playback step by step.
• During playback, press twice in quick succession to skip to the previous chapter or track.

9. ◀ button (DVD/VCR)

DVD mode:

• During playback, press to fast reverse playback.
• When playback is paused, press to slow reverse playback. VCR mode:
• During playback, press to rewind the cassette tape or to view the picture rapidly in reverse.
• Press to fast reverse the cassette tape in stop mode.

10. CM SKIP button (DVD)

- During playback, press to skip 30 seconds.

11. II button (DVD/VCR)

• Press to pause playback or recording.

12. D.DUBBING button (DVD/VCR)

- Press to start VCR to DVD (DVD to VCR) duplication which you set in the main menu.

13. REC MODE button (DVD/VCR)

- Press repeatedly to switch the recording mode.

14. INPUT SELECT button (DVD/VCR)

- Press to select the appropriate input.

15. ▲ button (DVD/VCR)

DVD mode:

- Press to open or close the disc tray.

VCR mode:

- Press to remove the cassette tape from the cassette compartment.

16. TRACKING ▲ / ▼ buttons (VCR)

- Press to adjust the tracking during playback or in slow motion of the cassette tape.

- While playback is in still mode, you can adjust the picture if it is blurred vertically.

17. HDMI button (DVD)

- Press to set the HDMI connector's video signal output mode.

18. CLEAR button (DVD/VCR)

DVD mode:

- Press to clear the password once entered, or to cancel the programming for CD, or to clear the selected marker number, etc.

VCR mode:

- Press to reset the tape counter.

19. AUDIO button (DVD/VCR)

DVD mode:

• Press to display the audio menu during playback. VCR mode:
• During playback of a Hi-Fi videotape, press to change the audio output setting.

20. TIMER button (DVD/VCR)

- Press to display the timer programming list.

21. TOP MENU button (DVD)

- Press to display the title list.

22. Cursor ▲ / ▼ / ◀ / ▶ buttons (DVD/VCR)

- Press to select items or settings.

23. RETURN button (DVD/VCR)

- Press to return to the previously displayed menu screen.

24. DVD button

- Press to select the DVD output mode.

25. ▶ button (DVD/VCR)

- Press to start playback or resume playback.

26. ▶▶| button (DVD)

• - During playback, press to skip to the next chapter, track, or file.
• - When playback is paused, press repeatedly to advance playback step by step.

27. ■ button (DVD/VCR)

- Press to stop playback or recording.

DVD mode:

- Press to exit from the title list.

28. ▶▶ button (DVD/VCR)

DVD mode:

• During playback, press to fast forward playback.
• When playback is paused, press to slow forward playback.

VCR mode:

• During playback, press to rapidly advance the cassette tape or view the picture rapidly in forward.
• When playback is paused, press to view the cassette tape in slow motion.
• Press to fast forward the cassette tape in stop mode.

29. RAPID PLAY button (DVD)

- During playback, press to play back in a slightly faster/slower mode with keeping the audio quality.

30. SEARCH button (VCR)

- Press to call up the index or time search menu.

31. TIMER SET button (DVD/VCR)

- Press to set the unit in the timer standby mode. In the timer standby mode, press to cancel the mode and to turn the unit on.

32. REC button (DVD/VCR)

• Press once to start a recording.
• Press repeatedly to start the one-touch timer recording.

If you turn this unit to the standby mode, [▲] on the remote control is not available.

Be sure to use [▲] or [■ ▲] on the unit.

Front Panel Display

1.

PM : Appears in the afternoon with the clock display.

2. Title / track / file and chapter mark

: Appears when indicating a title / track / file number. C : Appears when indicating a chapter number.

3. Current status of the unit

: Appears when playback is in pause or in step-by-step playback. : Appears when playing back a disc or a cassette tape. ▶ : Appears during slow forward / reverse playback.

: Appears when the timer programming or OTR has been set or is proceeding. : Flashes when all timer recordings have been finished.

●

: Appears during recording process. : Flashes when a recording is in pause.

0

: Appears when this unit is in DVD output mode and a disc is in the unit. : Appears during duplication process.

oo

: Appears when this unit is in VCR output mode and a cassette tape is in the unit. : Appears during duplication process.

VCR

: Appears when this unit is in VCR output mode. : Appears when the timer recording is proceeding in VCR. : Appears when VCR is in the timer recording standby mode. : Flashes when a program cannot be performed for some reason.

DVD

: Appears when this unit is in DVD output mode. : Appears when the timer recording is proceeding in DVD. : Appears when DVD is in the timer recording standby mode. : Flashes when a program cannot be performed for some reason.

DB

: Appears during VCR to DVD duplication process. : Appears during DVD to VCR duplication process.

4. Displays the following

• Elapsed playback time
• Current title / chapter / track / file number
• Recording time / remaining time
• Clock
• Selected external input position
• Remaining time for one-touch timer recording
• Selected HDMI output mode
• VCR tape counter

Display Message

A appears when the disc tray is opening.

Appears when HDMI output mode (480p) is selected.

Appears when the disc tray is closing.

Appears when HDMI output mode (720p) is selected.

Appears when a disc is loaded on the disc tray.

Appears when HDMI output mode (1080i) is selected.

Appears when data is being recorded on a disc.

Appears when HDMI output mode (1080p) is selected.

CONNECTION

Read this first:

1) Disconnect the AC power cords of the devices from the AC outlet. 2) Make the connection as illustrated below. 3) After making all the connections, connect the AC power cords of the devices.

- Connect this unit directly to the TV. If the RCA audio/video cables are connected to a VCR, pictures may be distorted due to the copy protection system.

Connecting to an External Tuner

Note

- Required cables and connecting methods differ depending on the external tuner. For more information, please contact your external tuner provider.

With this setup:

• You can record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel on the external tuner. When using the external tuner, connect the unscrambled cable signal to the external tuner and then send the output cable signal from the unit to the Cable Box. Be sure that the external tuner is turned on.
• You cannot record one channel while watching another channel.

Supplied cables used in this connection are as follows:

• RCA audio cable (L/R) x 1 - RCA video cable x 1

Please purchase the rest of the necessary cables at your local store.

TV Connection Overview

Connecting to a TV with an HDMI™ Compatible Port

• HDMI outputs the video / audio signals without converting to analog signals. - No audio connection is required.

Cables not included.

Please purchase the necessary cables at your local store.

HDMI Mode and Actual Output Signals

Press [HDMI] to select the HDMI output mode. The output mode changes as follows every time [HDMI] is pressed.

- The HDMI mode that is not supported by display device will be skipped.

Copyright protection system

To play back the digital video images of a DVD via an HDMI connection, it is necessary that both the player and the display device (or an AV amplifier) support a copyright protection system called HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content protection system). HDCP is copy protection technology that comprises data encryption and authentication of the connected AV device. This unit supports HDCP. Please read the operating instructions of your display device (or AV amplifier) for more information.

Note for HDMI Connection

• Because HDMI is an evolving technology, it is possible that some devices with an HDMI input may not operate properly with this unit.
• When using an HDCP-incompatible display device, the image will not be viewed properly.
• Among the devices that support HDMI, some devices can control other devices via the HDMI connector; however, this unit cannot be controlled by another device via the HDMI connector.
• When this unit's HDMI connector is connected to a DVI-D compatible monitor (HDCP compatible) with an HDMI-DVI converter cable, the signals are output in digital RGB.
• When a power failure occurs or when you unplug the unit, some problems in the HDMI setting might occur. Please check and set the HDMI setting again.

Connecting to a TV with Component Video Input jacks

Supplied cables used in this connection are as follows:

• RCA audio cable (L/R) x 1

Please purchase the rest of the necessary cables at your local store.

Connecting to a TV with an S-Video Input Jack

Supplied cables used in this connection are as follows:

• RCA audio cable (L/R) x 1

Please purchase the rest of the necessary cables at your local store.

Connecting to a TV with Audio / Video Input Jacks

Supplied cables used in this connection are as follows:

• RCA audio cable (L/R) x 1 • RCA video cable x 1

Please purchase the rest of the necessary cables at your local store.

Connecting to a TV without Audio / Video Input Jacks

Supplied cables used in this connection are as follows:

• RCA audio cable (L/R) x 1 - RCA video cable x 1

Please purchase the rest of the necessary cables at your local store.

Note

• RF modulator is not supplied with this unit. You need to purchase it at your local store.
• The quality of picture may become poor if this unit is connected to an RF modulator.

Digital Audio Connection

Coaxial Cable Connection

HDMI Audio Connection

To set up "HDMI Audio" refer to pages 73 and 79.

To set up "Dolby Digital" refer to pages 72 and 76.

Audio format (disc)	Dolby Digital Setting of this unit	HDMI	Digital Output
Dolby Digital	PCM	2channel PCM	2channel PCM
	Stream	Dolby Digital	Dolby Digital
LPCM	PCM	2channel PCM	—
	Stream

Cables not included.

Please purchase the necessary cables at your local store.

Note

• The audio source on a disc in a Dolby Digital multi channel surround format cannot be recorded as digital sound by an MD or DAT deck.
• By connecting this unit to a Dolby Digital decoder, you can enjoy high-quality Dolby Digital multi-channel surround sound as in movie theaters.
• Playing back a DVD using incorrect settings may generate noise distortion and may also damage the speakers.

2 Channel Analog Audio Connection

Supplied cables used in this connection are as follows:

• RCA audio cable (L/R) x 1

BEFORE YOU START

After you have completed all the connections, you must find the viewing channel (external input channel) on your TV.

Finding the Viewing Channel on Your TV

Input Mode Names for Common TV Brands (Example)
Ad mira	AUX	Panasonic TV /VIDEO
Curtis Mathis	LINE1, LINE2 00,90,91, 92, 93	RCA INPUT	TV/VCR 00, 90, 91, 92, 98
GE	INPUT, TV/VCR, 00, 90, 91, 92, 93	Samsung	TV/VIDEO
Hitachi	INPUT, AUX	Sanyo VIDE	C
JVC	VIDEO, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3	Sharp	00
Kenwood	AUX	Sony	VIDEO1,VIDEO 2,VIDEO3
LXI-Series	00	Ioshiba	TV/GAME
Funai	AUX CHANNEL	Zenith	00

Note

• Video input selection varies for different brands and models of TVs.
• Consult your TV manufacturer if none of the above are successful.

1 After you have made all the necessary connections, press [ ⏻ ] to turn on the unit. Turn on your TV.

- If connected to your VCR, make sure it is switched off or in standby mode before proceeding.

3 Press "2" on the TV's remote control, then press the channel down button repeatedly until you see the "Initial Setup" menu.

This is the correct viewing channel (external input channel) for the recorder.

• For some TVs, there may be a button on the TV's remote control that accesses the external input channel. It may be labeled "SOURCE", "AV" or "SELECT". In such case, press it repeatedly. Refer to your TV's user manual for details.
• If more than 10 minutes have passed since you have turned on the unit, you may see the Funai screen saver instead of the "Initial Setup" menu.

Funai screen saver:

4 Proceed to step 2 in "INITIAL SETTING" on page 25.

This unit uses the following on-screen displays and menus to guide you to the easy operations.

The on-screen displays give you the information on the loaded disc or the disc/file in playback or the HDMI status, etc.

The menus allow you to change the various kinds of settings for playing back, recording or editing to suit your preference.

Guide to On-Screen Display / Menu

The on-screen display changes in the following order as you press [DISPLAY].

Disc Information / Menu

* This is an example screen only for explanation. Displayed items vary depending on the disc you inserted.

1. Indicates a disc type and format mode.
2. Indicates a type of titles for VR mode DVD-RW.
3. Indicates the selected external input channel.
4. Indicates a recording mode and possible recording time left.
5. Indicates an operation status.
6. Each icon means:

1. Indicates the current title number/total number of titles, the current chapter number/total number of chapters, and time lapse of the current title playback/total duration of the title.

VCR Information

* This is an example screen only for explanation. Displayed items vary depending on the cassette tape you inserted.

* During stop mode or pause, VCR information is not available with HDMI connection.

1. Indicates current video status.
2. Indicates the current time.
3. Indicates a recording or playing back mode.
4. Indicates a tape counter.
5. Audio status of the current cassette tape.

Note

- VCR information does not appear on the screen when the unit is connected by an HDMI, component or S-video cable, except during playback.

Title/File Name Information Title Name Information

File Name Information

HDMI Information

1. Indicates the resolution of the HDMI output image.
2. Indicates the HDMI video format.
3. Indicates the HDMI audio format.

- "---" will be displayed when there is no information.

Main Menu

Press [SETUP] to display the main menu. Then use [▲ / ▼] to select a menu and press [OK] to display it. These menus provide access to all main functions of the unit.

1. General Setting:

To go to the general setting menu.

1. Timer Programming:

To program a timer recording.

1. Title List:

To call up the title list.

1. DVD Menu:

To set up the DVD settings.

1. DISC Playback Mode:

To set up the disc playback settings.

- "DISC Playback Mode" is available only when an audio CD, a CD-RW/-R with JPEG / KODAK picture CD files is inserted into the unit.

General Setting Menu

1. Playback:

To set up the unit to play back discs as you prefer.

1. Display:

To set up the OSD screen as you prefer.

1. Video

To set up the video setting.

1. Recording:

To set up the unit to record to discs as you prefer.

1. Clock:

To set up the clock of the unit as you need.

1. HDMI:

To set up the HDMI connection setting.

1. Reset All:

To reset the setting to the factory default.

DVD Menu / Disc Playback Mode

1. Format: DVD-RW only

Allows you to format the disc.

1. Finalize:

Allows you to finalize a disc containing recorded titles.

1. Disc Protect: (VR mode DVD-RW only)

Allows you to protect a disc from accidental editing or recording.

1. Delete All Playlists: (VR mode DVD-RW only)
2. Random Play:

Allows you to activate the random playback feature.

1. Program Play: (audio CD only)

Allows you to activate the program playback feature.

1. Photo:

Allows you to make settings for JPEG playback.

1. Slide Show: (JPEG / KODAK Picture CD files only)

Allows you to select the display time of the slide show mode.

Switching DVD / VCR Mode

Because this product is a combination of a VCR and a DVD recorder, you must select first which component you wish to operate.

DVD mode

Press [SOURCE] on the front panel or press [DVD] on the remote control.

(Verify that the DVD indicator is lit.)

VCR mode

Press [SOURCE] on the front panel or press [VCR] on the remote control.

(Verify that the VCR indicator is lit.)

Note

• You cannot switch to another mode while in the timer-standby mode.
• Play back will stop when you change the output mode.

How to Insert a Disc / Cassette Tape

How to Insert a Disc How to Insert a Cassette Ta

1) Press [DVD]. 2) Press [▲] to open the disc tray. 3) Place the disc on the disc tray with its label side facing up.

4) Press [▲] to close the disc tray.

It may take a while to load the disc.

1) Press [VCR]. 2) Insert a cassette tape as illustrated below.

- Insert from the flap side first with the window side facing up.

To eject the cassette tape:

Press [■ ▲] on the front panel or press [▲] on the remote control.

To eject the disc:

Press [▲] to open the disc tray, then remove the disc before turning the unit to the standby mode.

Note

- If you turn this unit to the standby mode, [▲] on the remote control is not available. Be sure to use [▲] or [■▲] on the unit.

INITIAL SETTING

You need to follow these steps when you turn on this unit for the first time.

1 Follow the procedure in "Finding the Viewing Channel on Your TV" on page 20 to display "Initial Setup" menu.

2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select your desired language, then press [OK].

3 Proceed to step 4 in "SETTING THE CLOCK" on page 26.

SETTING THE CLOCK

Set the clock before you try the timer programming. Follow these steps below.

1 Press [SETUP] and use [K / L] to select "General Setting", then press [OK].

"General Setting" menu will appear.

2 Use [K / L] to select "Clock", then press [OK].

"Clock Setting" menu will appear.

3 Use [K / L] to select calendar or time, then press [OK].

Clock Setting

JAN / 24 / 2013 ( THU)12 : 00 AM

4 Use [I / B] to select an item to set, and use [K / L] to select the contents to suit your preference, then press [OK] when you finish setting all the contents.

Clock Setting

JAN / 24 / 2013 ( THU)12 : 00 AM

Your setting will be activated.

The clock starts counting when you press [OK].

5 Press [SETUP] to exit.

Note

• Your setting will be cancelled if you press [SETUP] before pressing [OK] at step 4.
• Your clock setting will be lost if either there is a power failure or this unit has been unplugged for more than 30 seconds when you set the clock manually.
• For setting the day, year, hour, and minute, [the Number buttons] can also be used.
• You can set the built-in calendar from the year 2012 up to 2062.

INFORMATION ON DVD RECORDING

Before you make a recording, read the following information.

Recordable Discs

This unit can record to DVD-RW and DVD-R. DVD-R can only be recorded to once. DVD-RW can be recorded to and erased many times.

Logos

DVD-RW DVD-R

Attributes

8cm/12cm, single-sided, single layer disc Approx. max. recording time (SLP mode): 360 minutes (4.7GB) (for 12cm) 108 minutes (1.4GB) (for 8cm)

- Following discs are recommended for good recording quality and are proven to be compatible with this unit. However, depending on the media condition the unit may not read the disc properly

Verbatim DVD-R 8x, DVD-RW 2 x

JVC DVD-RW 4x

Maxell DVD-R 8x/16x

Performance of any other discs are not guaranteed.

Unrecordable Discs

- DVD-RW recorded in the non-compatible recording format is not recordable.

- DVD-R recorded in VR mode is not recordable on this unit.

- DVD+RW/+R is not recordable on this unit.

Recording Mode

You can select a recording mode among 5 options, and the recording time will depend on the recording mode you select as follows.

Disc size	Recording mode	Recording time	Video/sound quality
8cm Disc	XP (1Hr)	18 min	☆☆☆☆☆	(good)
	SP (2Hr)	36 min	☆☆☆☆
	LP (4Hr)	72 min	☆☆☆
	EP (6Hr)	108 min	☆☆	(poor)
	SLP (8Hr)	144 min	☆
12cm Disc	XP (1Hr)	60 min	☆☆☆☆☆	(good)
	SP (2Hr)	120 min	☆☆☆☆
	LP (4Hr)	240 min	☆☆☆
	EP (6Hr)	360 min	☆☆
	SLP (8Hr)	480 min	☆	(poor)

• The recording time is only an estimate. The actual recording time may differ.
• The audio and video quality gets poorer as the recording time becomes longer.
• Each time [REC MODE] is pressed, recording mode and its allowed recording time will be displayed.

Note

• This unit cannot record to CD-RW or CD-R. - All high definition pictures will be down converted to the standard definition pictures when they are recorded on this unit. - DVD-RW/-R and CD-RW/-R recorded on a personal computer or a DVD or CD recorder may not be played back if the disc is damaged or dirty or if there is condensation on the player's lens. - If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is recorded in a compatible format it may not be played back because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check with the software publisher for more detailed information.) - Since the recording is made by the VBR (variable bit rate) method, depending on the picture you are recording, the actual remaining time or recording may be a little shorter than the remaining time displayed on the TV screen.

Restrictions on Recording

You cannot record copy-protected program using this unit. Copy-protected video signal is included in DVD-videos, some satellite broadcasts, some pay-per-view stations and some "premium" stations.

If copy-protected material is detected, recording will pause or stop automatically and an error message appears on the screen.

"Copy-once only" video can only be recorded to CPRM compatible DVD-RW formatted in VR mode.

What is "CPRM"?

CPRM is a copy protection system with scramble system regarding the recording of "copy-once" broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for Recordable Media.

This unit is CPRM compatible, which means that you can record copy-once broadcast programs, but you cannot make another copy of those recordings. CPRM recordings can only be made on CPRM compatible DVD-RW formatted in VR mode, and CPRM recordings can only be played back on DVD players that are specifically compatible with CPRM.

Making discs playable in other DVD players (Finalize)

For DVD-RW/-R, it is necessary to finalize the disc after recording, in order to play back the disc on other DVD players. (Refer to pages 42 - 43.)

When video mode discs are finalized, a title menu is created. You cannot finalize discs in other DVD recorders.

BEFORE RECORDING

Setting for Auto Chapter

You can set a specified time for chapter marks.

1) Press [SETUP] and use [▲ / ▼] to select "General Setting", then press [OK].

"General Setting" menu will appear.

2) Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Recording", then press [OK].

"Recording" menu will appear.

3) Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Auto Chapter", then press [OK].

4) Use [▲ / ▼] to select a desired time option, then press [OK].

5) Press [SETUP] to exit.

Note

• The interval for auto chapter may be up to two minutes different from the time option you set.
• A blank chapter may be created depending on the remaining time of the disc.

Recording Audio Select (XP)

You can enjoy high quality sound recording. This function works only when the recording mode is set at XP.

1) Press [SETUP] and use [▲ / ▼] to select "General Setting", then press [OK]. 2) Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Recording", then press [OK]. The "Recording" menu will appear. 3) Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Recording Audio Select (XP)", then press [OK]. 4) Use [▲ / ▼] to select "PCM" or "Dolby Digital", then press [OK].

PCM:

Records PCM audio for the best quality sound.

Dolby Digital:

Records Dolby Digital audio for good quality sound.

5) Press [SETUP] to exit.

Note

"PCM" stands for Pulse Code Modulation. It changes analog sound to digital sound without compressing audio data.

When the recording mode is set to other than XP, the unit records "Dolby Digital" audio automatically even if you selected "PCM".

Setting Aspect Ratio for Video Mode Recording

You can set the aspect ratio for video mode recording.

1) Follow steps 1 to 2 in "Recording Audio Select (XP)". 2) Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Aspect Ratio (Video mode)", then press [OK].

3) Use [▲ / ▼] to select your desired setting, then press [OK].

Auto (default): It will be recorded with whichever ratio the program you started to record is broadcast with.

4:3 : Recorded in the aspect ratio of 4:3.

16:9 : Recorded in the aspect ratio of 16:9.

4) Press [SETUP] to exit.

Note

For DVD-RW VR mode, the image will be recorded in whichever ratio the program you record is broadcast with, regardless of the "Aspect Ratio (Video mode)" setting.

Follow the steps to record TV programs from an external tuner.

This unit has no tuner system, so it cannot receive TV broadcasts without an external tuner or similar devices.

1

Press [DVD] first. Insert a recordable disc (refer to page 24 on how to insert a disc).

* Make sure the disc is compatible with this unit. (Refer to page 27 for the list of compatible discs.)

It may take a while to load the disc.

- When inserting a brand-new DVD-RW, the unit automatically starts to format.

2

Press [REC MODE] repeatedly to select a recording mode.

Refer to "Recording Mode" on page 27.

3

Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the appropriate external input position (L1/L2) to which your external tuner is connected. Then select the desired channel to record on the external tuner.

4

Press [REC] to start recording.

“●” will be displayed for 4 seconds.

Press [11] to pause recording.

Press [11] or [REC] again to restart recording.

To set one-touch timer recording (OTR)...

This is a simple way to set the recording time in blocks of 30 minutes.

Press [REC] repeatedly until the desired recording time (30 minutes to 8 hours) appears on the TV screen.

One-touch timer recording will start.

To change the recording length during the one-touch timer recording:

Press [REC] repeatedly until the desired length appears.

To cancel the one-touch timer recording within the specified time:

Press [■].

5

Press [■] to stop recording.

The recorded title will appear in the title list. (Refer to "Guide to a Title List" on page 58.)

- This operation may take a while to be completed.

Note

• When you press [REC], recording starts immediately and continues until the disc is full or you stop recording.
• When the unit clock has not been set, the space for a date and time of title names will be blank.
• You cannot change the recording mode during the recording pause mode.
• You can change a channel (external input) to be recorded during the recording pause mode.

Note for one-touch timer recording

• The remaining recording time will be displayed on the front panel display during one-touch timer recording. Press [DISPLAY] to see it on the TV screen.
• Unlike the timer recording, you can perform the following operations during one-touch timer recording.

- Turning the power to standby to stop one-touch timer recording.

- Using RECI or [■] on the remote control.

• You cannot use the pause function during one-touch timer recording.
• If DVD one-touch timer recording is completed during VCR playback or recording, the DVD will be in stop mode and the VCR keeps the current mode.
• When one-touch timer recording is finished and the power is turned to standby, the unit will switch to the timer-standby mode automatically if a timer recording has been programmed. Press [TIMER SET] to cancel the timer-standby mode to use the unit continuously.

TIMER RECORDING

You can program the unit to record up to 12 programs within a month in advance. Daily or weekly program recordings are also available.

Before recording, make sure:

• Set the clock before setting a timer programming.
• Insert a recordable disc with enough recordable space or a cassette tape with an erase-protection tab.

Note:

• If you have not set the clock yet:

Entry screen or the clock setting will appear instead of the timer programming list at step 1. Continue with step 4 in "SETTING THE CLOCK" on page 26 before setting a timer programming. - Use [◀ / ▶] to move the cursor left and right in the entry screen for timer programming. - If a basic recording or one-touch timer recording is in progress on one component (e.g., VCR) and the timer recording set for the other component (e.g., DVD) is about to begin, the unit automatically switches to the programmed channel for timer recording 2 minutes before the programmed starting time, and the recording in progress (for VCR) will be cancelled UNLESS their recording channels are the same. If their recording channels are the same, the timer recording will start without canceling the recording currently in progress. In this case, the recording of the same channel will be made on both DVD and VCR. - You cannot make a program whose recording time exceeds 12 hours. - Cancel the timer-standby mode by pressing [TIMER SET] before operation for either DVD or VCR. When finished operating, press [TIMER SET] to resume the timer-standby mode. - In the timer-standby mode, you can turn on the power and use the component (VCR or DVD) which is not currently timer-programmed.

Guide to Timer Programming Display

1 Title of a timer program (Contains date, time, selected external input position, recording mode of the program) 2 Current date and time 3 Recording mode, and length of the recording 4 Timer program list 5 Total number of pages and current page (2 pages maximum) 6 Recording media ("DVD" or "VCR")

1 Press [TIMER].

2 Use [▲/▼] to select "New Program", then press [OK].

- If there are 6 or more programs, use [◀◀ / ▶▶] to change pages.

3 Use [▲/▼] to enter the date, then press [▶].

4 Use [▲ / ▼ / ◀ / ▶] or [the Number buttons] to enter the start and end time, then press [▶].

- You cannot make a program whose recording time exceeds 12 hours.

5 Use [▲ / ▼] to select the appropriate external input position (L1 / L2) to which your external tuner is connected, then press [▶].

6 Use [▲ / ▼] to select the recording media ("DVD" or "VCR"), then press [▶].

e.g.) recording to DVD

Use [▲ / ▼] to select a recording mode.

Refer to "Recording Mode" on page 27.

- When recording to DVD, you can check the remaining recordable space of the disc when you select the recording mode.

Auto recording mode select (DVD only)...

When "Auto" is selected as a recording mode, the unit calculates how much time is available on the disc and selects the best recording mode available automatically to complete recording the program.

• "Auto" is only available for one program in the timer program list.
• The recording may be cut short when the available recording space of the disc is too limited.

8 Press [OK] when all items are entered. After displaying an instructive message or 10 seconds, timer program list will appear.

Your program setting is now stored.

• To set another program, repeat steps 2 to 8. - To exit, press [TIMER] or [SETUP]. - When 2 or more programs are overlapped, "Timer program overlapped" appears, and the overlapped program will be displayed in blue. - To correct the timer program, refer to "Checking, canceling or correcting the timer programming information" on page 33.

9 Press [TIMER SET] to set a timer programming.

will appear on the front panel display, while this unit waits to make the recording.

"VCR" will appear on the front panel display if VCR timer recording have been set.

To stop the timer recording in progress

1) Press [■] on the remote control. 2) Confirmation message will appear. Select "Yes", then press [OK]. - To stop the timer recording immediately, press [■] on the unit.

Checking, canceling or correcting the timer programming information

1) Press [TIMER SET]. 2) Press [TIMER]. 3) Check the information.

4-A) To delete the timer program:

1 Use [▲ /▼] to select the program you want to delete, then press [OK]. 2 Use [▲ /▼] to select "Delete", then press [OK]. A confirmation window will appear. 3 Use [▲ /▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

4-B) To correct the timer program:

1 Use [▲ /▼] to select the program you want to correct, then press [OK]. 2 Use [▲ /▼] to select "Program Change", then press [OK]. 3 Correct the timer program by using [▲ /▼/ ◀ /▶], then press [OK].

5) Press [TIMER] to exit.

6) Press [TIMER SET] to return to the timer standby mode.

Note

- Press [TIMER] to check the timer recording in progress. When the timer recording is proceeding, that program will be highlighted in red. In this case, you cannot select any other program.

If the timer program did not complete correctly, the error number appears in the timer programming list.

Each error number means:

E1-22 E37-39	Recording error other than below
E23-24	Unrecorable disc
E25-28	Copy prohibited program
E29	Disc protected
E30	Disc full
E31-32	Already 99 titles recorded
E33	Already 999 chapters recorded
E34	No space for Control information
E35	PCA full *1
E36	Already finalized video format disc
E40	Some portion has not been recorded because of program overlapping. Recording did not start at the start time.
E41	Power failed
E42	No disc when recording

• A program with the error number is grayed out in the timer programming list.
• Timer program with an error number will be cleared once the entry screen for the program is displayed. *1 PCA is a disc's space reserved for recording test.

Hints for Timer Recording

• If there is a power failure or this unit has been unplugged for more than 30 seconds, the clock setting and all timer programming will be lost.
• If a disc is not inserted, "DVD" on the front panel display flashes and timer recording cannot be performed. In some cases, Ⓐ will appear momentarily around the start time as the unit attempts to record. Please insert a recordable disc.
• If a cassette tape with an erase-protection tab is not in the cassette compartment or there is no cassette tape in the cassette compartment, "VCR" on the front panel display flashes and timer recording cannot be performed. Please insert a recordable cassette tape.
• If a cassette tape ends during the timer recording, the unit will automatically stop, eject the cassette tape, and turn itself to the standby mode. To continue recording, insert a recordable tape.
• When all the timer recordings are completed, Ⓞ flashes. Press [TIMER SET] to release the unit from the timer standby mode.
• If both DVD and VCR are timer programmed, you cannot use any functions for either unit during timer standby or timer recording. If you want to use functions other than recording under such condition, cancel timer recording by pressing [TIMER SET] during timer standby or stop recording by pressing [■] / [■▲] on the front panel of the unit during timer recording.
• To cancel the timer standby mode, press [TIMER SET].
• When the starting and the ending time are the same, "Exceeds 12 hours" appears and the program setting will not be accepted.
• When the disc or cassette tape becomes full during the recording, the unit turns itself to the standby mode.
• If the starting time is earlier and the ending time is later than the current time, the recording will start right after you press [TIMER SET] at step 9 on page 32.
• The timer recording cannot be performed in DVD and VCR at the same time. If you set 2 programmings with the same channel and time in both devices, the program which is set first will have the priority.
• "Press TIMER SET for timer recording" will appear on the 1V screen 5 minutes before the programmed starting time.

The Priority of Overlapped Settings

• Timer program which has the earlier start time will be placed first in the timer program list, and be given priority over the programs with the later start time when timer programs overlap.
• When timer programs overlap, the first 2 minutes (at the longest) of the later recording will be cut off.
• When 2 or more timer programs have the same start time, the program set first will be given priority.
• A timer recording of lower priority will be cancelled or start from the middle.
• Check the overlapped timer programmings and change the priority if necessary.

■ When the starting time is the same:

A program set previously (PROG. A) has priority.

Note for DVD recording

• When the recording time of 2 programs are overlapped or the end time of a program and the start time of another program is the same, the first 2 minutes (at the longest) of the subsequent program will be cut off.
• If the cut-off portion comes up to 3 minute or more, this program will be displayed with error number E40 in the timer programming list.

■ When the end time of the programming currently being recorded and the start time of the subsequent program are same: The beginning of the PROG. B may be cut off.

SATELLITE LINK

You can set the unit to start recording whenever it detects the video signal from the external tuner.

Preparing for the satellite link timer recording: Preparation on the tuner

• Satellite link accepts only the connection from L1 (rear) with the external tuner. (The connection from L2 cannot read any signals from the external tuner.)
• The external tuner should be equipped with some kind of timer function. Using timer function of the tuner, set it to output audio/video signals when it comes to the time you want to start recording, and stop output audio/video signals when it comes to the time you want to finish recording. Refer to the tuner's manual on how to set the timer.
• Make sure to set the satellite link standly mode when you finish setting.

1 Press[SETUP]. 2 Use [▲/▼] to select "Timer Programming", then press [OK]. 3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Satellite Link", then press [OK].

4 Use ▲/▼ to select the time, media and recording mode, then press [OK].

5 Use ▲/▼ to set the desired starting time, then press [▶].

• The hour can be selected from 1 to 12 with AM or PM.
• Repeat procedures in step 5 to set the desired minutes.
• If you wish to go back to the left, press [◀].

6 Use [▲/▼] to select a recording media ("DVD" or "VCR"), then press [▶]. 7 Use [▲/▼] to select the recording mode.

Refer to page 27 for details.

Instructions continue on the next page.

8

Press [OK].

"To Standby Mode" is highlighted.

9

Press [OK] again.

In a second, the unit will be turned off automatically as it goes into the satellite link standby mode.

To cancel the satellite link function while in the satellite link standby mode:

Press [TIMER SET] to turn on the unit.

To cancel the satellite link function while the satellite link recording is in progress:

Press [■] on the front panel to stop the disc recording.

Press [■ ▲] on the front panel to stop the cassette tape recording.

Notes

• If the signal of external input breaks up over 5 seconds, satellite link function will be cancelled.
• If you have not set the clock, "Clock Setting" menu will appear at step 4. Follow to step 4 in "SETTING THE CLOCK" on page 26.
• You cannot set the ending time for the satellite link timer recording on this unit.
• Recording picture will be distorted if the copy protection signal is being detected during satellite link timer recording.
• You can record the satellite link by using S-video input jacks on the rear panel. Refer to page 17 for more information.
• When a regular timer recording and the satellite link timer recording are overlapped, those recordings are recorded as illustrated below.
• Press [TIMER] during the satellite link timer recording to check the satellite link timer recording in progress.

The first 2 minutes (at the longest) will be cut off.

The first 2 minutes (at the longest) will be cut off.

SETTINGS FOR AN EXTERNAL DEVICE

Connection to an External Device

Connect the external device properly to the unit by using input jacks either L2 (Front) or L1 (Rear).

When connecting an external device with monaural output to this unit, use the AUDIO L jack of L2 (Front) or L1 (Rear).

Use S-video or the RCA audio/video cables for this connection.

The supplied cables used in this connection are as follows:

• RCA audio cable (L/R) x 1 • RCA video cable x 1

Please purchase the rest of the necessary cables at your local store.

Setting for the Video Input

1 Press [SETUP] and use [▲ /▼] to select "General Setting", then press [OK].

The "General Setting" menu will appear.

2 Use [▲ /▼] to select "Video", then press [OK].

The submenu will appear.

3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Select Video", then press [OK]. 4 Use [▲ / ▼] to select the desired external input, then press [OK].

5 Use [▲/▼] to select the input jack type to connect, then press [OK].

If you want to use the VIDEO IN jack, select "Video In".

If you want to use the S-VIDEO IN jack, select "S-Video In".

6 Press [SETUP] to exit.

Recording from an External Device

Before recording from an external device, refer to the instructions for the connection on page 37.

1 Recording to a DVD

Press [DVD]. Insert a recordable disc (refer to page 24 on how to insert a disc).

It takes a while to load the disc.

Recording to a Cassette Tape

Press [VCR]. Insert the cassette tape with an erase-protection tab intact.

2 Select the appropriate external input channel (L1 or L2) by pressing [INPUT SELECT].

• If the external device is connected to the rear of this unit, select L1.
• If the external device is connected to the front of this unit, select L2.
• You can also select the L1 or L2 channel by using the [Number buttons]. e.g., For L1, press [0], [0], [1].

3 Press [REC MODE] repeatedly to select a recording mode.

Refer to "Recording Mode" on page 27 for DVD or "Recording" on page 81 for VCR.

4 Press [● REC] on the unit to start recording.

5 Start playback on the external device to record from.

6 For disc, press [■] on the unit to stop recording.

For cassette tape: Press [■ ▲] on the unit to stop recording.

This operation may take a while to be completed.

BI-DIRECTIONAL DUBBING

You can copy contents in a DVD to a cassette tape or vice versa. This function is available only when the contents are not copy-protected. (Before you start, refer to page 27 for the list of compatible discs.)

Note for dubbing

• Dubbing direction setting in "Dubbing Mode" menu is always reset to "VCR DVD" whenever you turn the power to the standby mode.
• You cannot change the output mode during VCR to DVD or DVD to VCR duplication.

Note for recording to a tape:

Make sure

- the cassette tape's erase-protection tab is intact.

- the cassette tape is long enough.

Note for recording to a disc:

Make sure

the disc is compatible (refer to page 27).

Preparing for dubbing (cassette tape to DVD):

• Insert a cassette tape to be dubbed.
• Insert a recordable DVD.
• Make sure there is enough space on the DVD.
• Insert a disc to be dubbed.
• Insert a cassette tape with an erase-protection tab intact.
• Make sure there is enough recordable length on the tape.

Preparing for dubbing (DVD to cassette tape):

1 Press [SETUP] and use [▲ / ▼] to select "General Setting", then press [OK].

"General Setting" menu will appear.

2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Recording", then press [OK].

"Recording" menu will appear.

3 Use [▲/▼] to select "Dubbing Mode", then press [OK].

Selection menu will appear.

VCR to DVD DVD to VCR

4

Use [▲ / ▼] to select "VCR DVD ", then press [OK].

Press [SETUP] to exit.

5

Press [DVD], then press [REC MODE] repeatedly to select the desired recording mode.

6

Press [VCR], then press [▶] to find the point where you wish to start dubbing.

7

Press ||| when you come to the desired start point.

8

Press [D.DUBBING].

VCR to DVD duplication will start.

9

Press [■] to stop the dubbing.

4

Use [▲ / ▼] to select "DVD ▼VCR ", then press [OK].

Press [SETUP] to exit.

5

Press [VCR], then press [REC MODE] repeatedly to select the desired recording mode.

Rewind or fast forward the tape to the point where you want to start recording.

6

Press [DVD], then press [▶] to find the point where you wish to start dubbing.

7

Press III] when you come to the desired start point.

8

Press [D.DUBBING].

DVD to VCRduplication will start

9

Press ■ ] to stop the dubbing.

Note for DVD to VCR duplication

• This function is available for audio CD, but not with JPEG / KODAK Picture CD files.
• The recording mode for VCR cannot be displayed at step 5 when using HDMI / Component / S-Video connection. To display the VCR recording mode on the screen, the unit must be connected by the VIDEO OUT jack and the TV's input select should be set to the appropriate external input channel.

Note for VCR to DVD duplication

• After starting VCR to DVD duplication, the picture may be distorted because of the auto tracking function. This is not a malfunction. Be advised to play back the tape until the picture is stabilized, then set the starting point which you wish to start recording, and start VCR to DVD duplication.
• This unit will automatically stop the duplication if playback with no image is detected for more than 3 minutes during VCR to DVD duplication.
• Playback sound mode of the dubbed contents is determined by the playback sound mode of the VCR at the point of dubbing.

SETTING A DISC TO PROTECT

To prevent accidental recording, editing or erasing the titles, you can protect them from "DVD Menu".

1 Press [SETUP].

2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "DVD Menu", then press [OK].

3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Disc Protect OFF ON", then press [OK].

4 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

A disc will be protected.

This operation may take a while to be completed.

Note

To cancel the disc protect:

- When you insert a disc protected with this unit, "Disc Protect ON OFF" will appear instead of "OFF" ON "at step 3.

To release the protection for the disc, select "Disc Protect ON OFF" at step 3, then follow the rest of the procedures.

You will need to finalize DVD-RW or DVD-R to play them back on other DVD players.

Finalizing may take several minutes up to an hour.

A shorter recording period on the disc will require a longer time period for finalization. Do not unplug the power cord during finalization.

Note

• Once you have finalized a DVD-R, you cannot edit or record anything on that disc.
• Even if you have finalized a DVD-RW recorded in VR mode, you can edit, record or delete a title.
• When you insert a DVD-RW finalized with this unit, "Undo Finalize" will appear instead of "Finalize".

To release the finalizing for the disc, select "Undo Finalize" at step 3.

* DO NOT turn the power off or to the standby mode during finalization, this will result in malfunction.

1

Press [SETUP].

2

Use [▲ / ▼] to select "DVD Menu", then press [OK]. The "DVD Menu" menu will appear.

3

Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Finalize", then press [OK].

4

Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

Finalizing will start.

To cancel finalizing...

(DVD-RW only)

- To cancel finalizing at step 4, press [■], select "Yes" with [▲ / ▼], then press [OK]. Finalizing is cancelled and the unit will be in stop mode.

• It appears that when pressing [■], you cannot cancel finalizing because the finalizing has been in progress.
• When selecting "No" and pressing [OK] or [RETURN], finalizing will be continued.
• You cannot cancel finalizing the DVD-R once it has started.

This operation may take a while to be completed.

5

Finalizing is completed.

Auto Finalizing

You can finalize discs automatically using this function. You can use this function to finalize discs after finishing timer recordings and at the end of the disc space.

1 Press [SETUP] and use [▲ / ▼] to select "General Setting", then press [OK].

"General Setting" menu will appear.

2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Recording", then press [OK].

"Recording" menu will appear.

3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Auto Finalize", then press [OK].

4 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Disc Full" or "End of Timer Rec", then press [OK].

5 Use [▲/▼] to select "ON", then press [OK].

e.g.) "Disc Full"

Your setting will be activated.

6 Press [SETUP] to exit.

Note

This function is not available after finishing daily or weekly program recording.

INFORMATION ON PLAYBACK

Before you play back a DVD, read the following information.

Playable Discs and Files

This unit is compatible with the following discs. To play back a DVD, make sure that it meets the requirements for region codes and color systems as described below. Discs with the following logos will play back on the unit. Other disc types are not guaranteed to play back.

	LogosPlayable
DVD-video
DVD-RW (VR or Video mode)
DVD-R (Video mode)
CD-DA (audio CD)
CD-RW
CD-R
KODAK Picture CD
	MediaPlayable
JPEG CD-RW/-R

MediaPlayable

is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

Unplayable Discs

The following discs will not play back on this unit.

• CD-ROM • Compact Disc-Interactive (CD-I) • DVD-RAM • Video Single Disc (VSD) • DVD-ROM • audio DVD- • Unfinalized disc • Video CD (VCD)
• DVD or CD contains Windows Media™ Audio, DivX® /MP3 files
• Blu-ray Disc™ • HD DVD • Super Video CD

On the following disc, the sound may not be heard.

- Super audio CD - Only the sound on the CD layer can be heard. The sound on the high-density super audio CD layer cannot be heard.

Color Systems

DVD is recorded in different color systems throughout the world. The most common color system is NTSC (which is used primarily in the United States and Canada). This unit uses NTSC, so DVD you playback must be recorded in the NTSC system. You cannot play back DVD recorded in other color systems.

Region Codes

This unit has been designed to play back DVD with region 1. DVD must be labeled for ALL regions or for region 1 in order to play back on the unit. You cannot play back DVD that are labeled for other regions. Look for the symbols on the right on your DVD. If these region symbols do not appear on your DVD, you cannot play back the DVD in this unit.

The number inside the globe refers to region of the world.

A DVD labeled for a specific region can only play back on the unit with the same region code.

Hint for DVD Playback

The contents of DVD are generally divided into titles. Titles may be further subdivided into chapters.

BASIC PLAYBACK

Direct Playback

1

Press [DVD] first. Insert a playable disc (refer to page 24 on how to insert a disc).

Align the disc to the disc tray guide.

* Make sure the disc is compatible with this unit. (Refer to page 44f or the list of compatible discs.)

It may take a while to load the disc.

2

Press [▶] to start playback.

If you are playing back a DVD-video, a menu may appear.

Refer to "Using the Title / Disc Menu" on page 49.

3

Press [■] once to stop playback temporarily.

- Refer to "Resume Playback" on page 50.

Note

• Some discs may start playback automatically.
• Playback will stop when you change the output mode.

Playback from the Title List

1

Press [DVD] first. Insert a playable disc (refer to page 24 on how to insert a disc).

* Make sure the disc is compatible with this unit. (Refer to page 44 for the list of compatible discs.)

It may take a while to load the disc.

• To exit the title list, press [■]. • To resume the title list, press [TOP MENU].

2

Press [TOP MENU].

Title list will appear. Press [DISC MENU] to switch Original/Playlist if necessary. - To exit the title list press [■]. • To resume the title list, press [TOP MENU].

3

Use [▲ / ▼/◀ /▶] to select a desired title, then press [OK].

e.g.) VR mode DVD-RW original

- Press [▶▶] to display the next page, and press [◀◀] to display the previous page.

4

Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Play From Start", then press [OK].

Playback will start.

5

Press [■] once to stop playback temporarily.

- Refer to "Resume Playback" on page 50.

Note

• Some discs may start playback automatically. - You can also start playback by pressing [▶] instead of [OK] at step 2.

Playing Back an Audio CD and a CD-RW / -R with JPEG Files

CD

JPEG

Note

• Files whose extension is other than ".jpg / .jpeg (JPEG)" will not be listed.
• Some unplayable folders or files may be listed due to the recording status. High-resolution JPEG files take longer to be displayed.
• Progressive JPEG files (JPEG files saved in progressive format) cannot be played back on this unit.

1

Press [DVD] first.

Insert a playable disc (refer to page 24 on how to insert a disc).

Make sure the disc is compatible with this unit. (Refer to page 44 for the list of compatible discs.)

It may take a while to load the disc.

When an audio CD is inserted, track list will appear. When a CD-RW/-R with JPEG files is inserted, file list will appear.

When you insert a CD-RW/-R mixed with JPEG files, the playback media selection screen will be displayed.

For JPEG, select "Photo".

• To exit the track file list, press [■].
• To resume the track/file list, press [TOP MENU].

2

Use [▲ / ▼] to select a desired folder or track/file, then press [OK].

e.g., File list

When selecting track/file:

Playback will start.

When selecting the folder (not available for audio CD):

The files in the folder will appear.

Use [▲ / ▼] to select the file or folder you want to play back, then press [OK].

- Press [▶], [OK], or [▶] to move to any lower hierarchies.

- Press [◀] or [RETURN] to move back to the previous hierarchy.

Hints for audio CD tracks and JPEG files:

• Folders are shown by 📄. • Audio CD tracks are shown by • JPEG files are shown by 😊
• The system can recognize up to 255 folders, up to 99 tracks/999 files.
• Letters of a file/folder name overflowing the given space will be displayed as "...". Unrecognizable characters will be replaced with asterisks.
• If there are no files in the folder, "No Files" will be displayed.

It is recommended that files to be played back in this unit are recorded under the following specifications:

• Upper limit: 6,300 x 5,100 dots. - Lower limit: 32 x 32 dots. - File size of image maximum: 12 MB.

Playing Back an Audio CD and a CD-RW / -R with JPEG Files (cont'd)

KODAK Picture CD

KODAK Picture CD is a service that converts and stores photographs taken by a conventional film camera into digital data and writes the data on a CD. You can enjoy your digital images on the TV by playing back the KODAK Picture CDs. For local service providers, please refer to www.kodak.com/

1) Press [TOP MENU].

- To exit the Picture CD thumbnail List, press [RETURN] or [■].

Arrow icons mean the title list includes a next or previous page. Use [◀/▶] in the direction of the icon you wish to follow. You can quickly review the six thumbnails at once between the first and last pages by bypassing [◀◀]/[▶▶].

2) Use [▲ / ▼ / ◀/▶] to select a desired track to be played back, then press [▶] or [OK].

An image will be played back from the selected track and go to the next one in turn.

3) Press [■] to stop playback.

- Press [TOP MENU] to display the thumbnail again.

Notes on JPEG and KODAK Picture CD:

- After the track is displayed for 5 seconds or 10 seconds (set in "Slide Show" on page 53), the display moves to the next track.

During JPEG or KODAK Picture CD playback, press [▶] or [◀] to rotate a picture 90 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise, respectively.

(Not available when the display menu appears.)

Using the Title / Disc Menu

A DVD may contain a title list, which describes the contents of the disc, or a disc menu, which guides you through the available functions on the disc.

Press [DVD] first.

1) Insert a playable disc (refer to page 24 on how to insert a disc).

* Make sure the disc is compatible with this unit. (Refer to page 44 for the list of compatible discs.)

It may take a while to load the disc.

2) Press [TOP MENU] or [DISC MENU] to call up the title list or disc menu.

3) Use [▲ / ▼ / ◀/▶] to make a selection, and then press [OK] to enable your selection.

4) Press [■] to exit.

Note:

• You can also select a numbered menu item with the [Number buttons].
• Menus vary among discs. Refer to the information accompanying the disc for details.
• [TOP MENU] or [DISC MENU] will not always be active with all DVDs.

Pause

1) During playback, press [II].

Playback will be paused and sound will be muted.

2) Press [▶] to return to normal playback.

Note

- On DVD, set "Still Mode" to "Field" in "Playback" menu if pictures in the pause mode are blurred. (Refer to page 76.)

SPECIAL PLAYBACK

Resume Playback

You can play back from where you stopped playing back the disc last.

1) During playback, press ■1.

The resume message will appear.

2) Press [▶].

In a few seconds, playback will resume from the point at which it last stopped. You can resume playback at the same point even if you turn the unit to the standby mode.

To cancel the resume playback and start playing back the disc from the beginning, press [■] again while the playback is stopped.

Note

- For JPEG files, playback will resume from the beginning of the file at which playback was stopped.

Skipping TV Commercials During Playback

You can skip TV commercials to enjoy the recorded programs without interruption.

During playback, press [CM SKIP].

Normal playback will start at 30 seconds ahead from the point you press [CM SKIP].

Every time you press [CM SKIP], the searching point will be extended by 30 seconds ahead.

You can press [CM SKIP] up to 6 times (180 seconds).

e.g.) Press [CM SKIP] once.

Playback will return to normal playback.

Fast Forward / Fast Reverse Playback

1) During playback, press [▶▶] or [◀◀].

Every time you press [▶▶] or [◀◀], the approximate speed will be changed as follows.

Fast forward or fast reverse playback across titles (for DVD) is not possible.

For audio CD, the approximate speed is fixed at 8x with sound (indicated with ▶▶▶▶/ ▶◀◀◀).

2) Press [▶] to return to normal playback.

Note

- Forward/reverse speed will be indicated with icons as follows.

Forward (approx. speed)

Reverse (approx. speed)

Rapid Playback

Rapid playback function is available only during playback.

This function is available only on discs recorded in the Dolby Digital format, and plays back at a slightly faster/slower speed while keeping the sound quality just as normal playback.

1) During playback, press [RAPID PLAY].

▶x 0.8: Press [RAPID PLAY] once during playback. Plays back approximately at 0.8 times normal playback. ▶x 1.3: Press [RAPID PLAY] twice during playback. Plays back approximately at 1.3 times normal playback. ▶x1: Press [RAPID PLAY] 3 times to play back at normal speed. No effects.

2) Press [▶] to return to normal playback.

Note

• Audio (language) setting cannot be changed while using this mode.
• This feature may not work at some point in a disc.
• Audio is PCM during rapid playback mode except when using digital audio connection.
• When using digital audio connection (COAXIAL), the LPCM sound (2 channel) will be output.

Step by Step Playback

1) During playback, press [III].

Playback will be paused and sound will be muted.

2) Press [▶▶] repeatedly.

Playback will advance one frame (or step) at a time when you press [▶▶] with the sound muted.

To play back step by step backward:

Press [◀◀] repeatedly.

Every time you press the button, the playback will go backward by one frame.

- Press and hold [◀◀] / [▶▶] to reverse/advance continuously.

3) Press [▶] to return to normal playback.

Slow Forward / Slow Reverse Playback

1) During playback, press [II]. Then press

[▶▶] or [◀◀].

Every time you press [▶▶] or [◀◀], the approximate speed will be changed as follows. (The sound will remain muted.)

2) Press [▶] to return to normal playback.

Note

- Forward/reverse speed will be indicated with icons as follows: forward (approx. speed)

Zoom

1) During playback, press [DISPLAY] to bring up the display menu.

2) Use [◀/▶] to select ⚙️ to display the selection menu.

e.g., DVD-video

3) Use [▲/▼] to select a desired zoom factor to zoom, then press [OK].

The zoom menu will appear.

There are four options

(x1.0, x1.2, x1.5, and x2.0), these are displayed excluding the current zoom rate.

The zoom area will be displayed.

4) Use [▲/▼/◀/▶] to select a desired zoom position, then press [OK].

Zoom playback will start.

Note

• When selecting a smaller factor than the current one, the zoom area will not be displayed.
• To exit the zoom menu, press [RETURN] repeatedly at step 3.
• To cancel the zoom function, select "x1.0" using [▲ / ▼], then press [OK].
• You cannot slide the zoomed picture on some JPEG files.

Marker Setting

This feature allows you to assign a specific point on a disc to be called back later.

1) During playback, press [DISPLAY] to bring up the display menu.

If the display menu is already shown, skip to step 2.

2) Use [◀/▶] to select to display the marker list.

e.g.) DVD-video

3) Use [▲ / ▼] to select a desired marker number. When it reaches the desired point, press [OK].

The title (track) number and the time will be displayed.

4) To return to the marker later:

Use [▲ / ▼] to select the desired marker number, then press [OK].

Note

• To clear a marker, select the marker number to be cleared, then press CLEAR.
• All markers will be erased when you perform the operations listed below.
• Opening the disc tray
• Turning the unit to standby / off
• Record on a recordable disc
• You can mark up to 6 points.

Repeat Playback

Available repeat functions may vary depending on the disc.

1) During playback, press [DISPLAY] to bring up the display menu, then proceed to step 2) or press [REPEAT] then proceed to step 3).

If the display menu is already shown, skip to step 2.

2) Use [◀/▶] to select to display the selection menu.

3) Use [▲ / ▼] to select a desired repeat type, then press [OK].

The selected repeat playback will start.

e.g.) DVD-video

e.g.) audio ①

e.g., JPEG files

Title:

The current title will be played back repeatedly.

Chapter:

The current chapter will be played back repeatedly.

All:

The current disc will be played back repeatedly.

A-B:

Desired section can be played back repeatedly.

1) Use [▲/▼] to select "A-B", then press [OK].

2) Press [OK] at the desired starting point A.

3) Press [OK] at the desired ending point B.

Track:

The current track or file will be played back repeatedly.

Group:

The current folder will be played back repeatedly.

Note

• Point B for the repeat A-B playback should be set within the same title or track as point A.
• To cancel the repeat playback, select "OFF" at step 3. The repeat setting will also be cancelled when you stop playback.
• You cannot select "Group" during the random playback.
• During the A-B repeat, if you reach point A with any reverse playback, the reverse playback will be cancelled and the A-B repeat playback resumes from point A.

Random Playback

CD

JPEG

You can play back a disc randomly instead of playing back in the original order.

1) Press [SETUP]. 2) Use [▲/▼] to select "DISC Playback Mode", then press [OK]. The "DISC Playback Mode" menu will appear. For JPEG, use [▲/▼] to select "Photo", then press [OK]. 3) Use [▲/▼] to select "Random Play", then press [OK]. Random playback will start.

Note

- To cancel random playback, press [■] twice during random playback. "OFF" appears on the TV screen.

Slide Show

JPEG

You can select the display time between 5 seconds and 10 seconds.

1) Follow steps 1 and 2 in "Random Playback" on this page. 2) Use [▲/▼] to select "Slide Show", then press [OK]. 3) Use [▲/▼] to select the display time, then press [OK]. 4) Press [SETUP] to exit.

Note

- Large-size JPEG files take a few moments to be displayed.

Program Playback

CD

You can program the disc to play back in your desired order.

1) Press [SETUP]. 2) Use [▲ / ▼] to select "DISC Playback Mode", then press [OK]. The "DISC Playback Mode" menu will appear.

3) Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Program Play", then press [OK].

4) Use [▲ / ▼] to select a desired track, then press [OK] or [▶].

Repeat this step until you program all the desired tracks.

5) Press [▶].

Program playback will start.

Note

• To erase tracks you selected, press [CLEAR] at step 4. - You can make program settings up to 50 tracks. - To cancel program playback, press [■] twice during program playback. "OFF" appears on the TV screen. - You may also select a desired track using the [Number buttons] at step 4.

SEARCH

Title / Chapter Search

Using [|◀◀] / [▶▶]

1) During playback, press [▶▶] to skip the current title or chapter and move to the next.

The title or chapter will move forward by one at a time. If there is no chapter in one title, the current title will be skipped.

To go back to the beginning of the current title or chapter, press [◀◀].

Press it repeatedly to go to the previous title or chapter. The title or chapter will move backward one at a time.

Using [DISPLAY]

1) During playback, press [DISPLAY] to bring up the display menu.

2) Use [◀ / ▶] to select ⚙, then press [OK].

e.g.) DVD-video

The number next to T will be highlighted.

3) Title:

Use [▲ / ▼] or [the Number buttons] to enter a desired title number to search, then press [OK].

Title search will start

Chapter.

Press [▶] to move to the number next to C for chapter.

Use [▲ / ▼] or [the Number buttons] to enter a desired chapter number to search, then press [OK].

After the search, playback will start automatically.

Note

- In search mode display, total numbers of each search contents (title/chapter/time) are shown as a denominator.

Track Search

Using [◀◀] / [▶▶]

1) During playback, press [▶▶] to skip the current track/file and move to the next.

The track/file will move forward one at a time.

To go back to the beginning of the current track/file, press [◀◀].

Press it repeatedly to go to the previous track/file. The track/file will move backward one at a time.

For JPEG files, press it once to go to the previous file.

Using [DISPLAY]

1) During playback, press [DISPLAY] to bring up the display menu.

If the display menu is already shown, skip to step 2.

2) Use [◀/▶] to select Ⓞ, then press [OK]. e.g.) audio ⊕

The number next to T will be highlighted.

3) Use [▲/▼] or [the Number buttons] to enter a desired track/file number to search, then press [OK].

After the search, playback will start automatically.

Note

- During CD playback you can enter a track number directly using [the Number buttons] for track search without displaying the menu.

Time Search

1) During playback, press [DISPLAY] to bring up the display menu.

If the display menu is already shown, skip to step 2.

2) Use [◀/▶] to select Ⓥ, then press [OK].

e.g.) DVD-video

e.g.) audio CD

The number next to T will be highlighted.

To move to the number next to, press [▶].

When time search is not available, ⏻ and time counter are not displayed.

3) Use [▲/▼/◄/►] or [the Number buttons] to enter a desired time to search, then press [OK].

After the search, playback will start automatically.

Note

- Time search is available only in the same track, file or title.

SELECTING THE FORMAT OF AUDIO AND VIDEO

You can select the format of audio and video as you prefer depending on the contents of the disc you are playing back.

Switching Subtitles

DVD-video may have subtitles in 1 or more languages. Available subtitle languages can be found on the disc case. You can switch subtitle languages anytime during playback.

1) During playback, press [DISPLAY] to bring up the display menu.

2) Use [◄/►] to select to display the selection menu.

e.g.) DVD-video

3) Use [▲/▼] to select a desired subtitle language, then press [OK].

Subtitle will be displayed in the selected language. When selecting "OFF", subtitle will disappear.

Note

• Some discs will only allow you to change the subtitle from the disc menu. Press [TOP MENU] or [DISC MENU] to display the disc menu.
• If a 4-digit language code appears in the subtitle menu, refer to "LANGUAGE CODE" on page 88.

Switching Audio Soundtrack

When playing back a DVD-video recorded with 2 or more soundtracks (these are often in different languages), you can switch them during playback.

When playing back audio CD you can switch "L/R" (stereo), "L" (left) or "R" (right).

1) During playback press [DISPLAY] to bring up the display menu, then proceed to step 2) or press [AUDIO] then proceed to step 3). - If the display menu is already shown, skip to step 2. 2) Use [◀/▶] to select to display the selection menu. 3) Use [▲/▼] to select a desired audio soundtrack or audio channel, then press [OK].

For DVD-video

• Audio soundtrack will switch.

- If the title contains both main and sub audio, you can further select "L" (main), "R" (sub) or "L/R" (mixed of main and sub).

For audio CD • Audio channel will switch.

e.g.) audio CD

Note

- Some discs will only allow you to change the soundtrack from the disc menu. Press [TOP MENU] or [DISC MENU] to display the disc menu.

Switching Camera Angles

Some DVD-video have scenes shot from 2 or more angles. Angle information should be on the disc case if the disc contains multi-angle scenes.

1) During playback, press [DISPLAY] to bring up the display menu.

2) Use [◀/▶] to select, then press [OK].

e.g.) DVD-video

Angle icon appears when a switching camera angle is available.

Angle will switch each time you press [OK].

Note

- Angle icon does not appear on the TV screen if the "Angle Icon" is set to "OFF" in the "Playback" menu. Refer to page 76.

Reducing Block Noise

This function reduces noise in the playback picture.

1) During playback, press [DISPLAY] to bring up the display menu.

2) Use [◀/▶] to select the menu.

Display the selection.

e.g.) DVD-video

3) Use [▲/▼] to select a desired option, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

OFF: When playing back titles with a few noises such as DVD-video.

Type 1: For the titles recorded in long time mode such as EP or SLP mode.

Type 2: Same as type 1, only more effective.

INFORMATION ON DISC EDITING

Guide to a Title List

Title list allows you to check the titles recorded on the disc easily. You can choose a title to play back from this list and easily edit the titles as you prefer.

Press [DVD], then press [TOP MENU].

1. Title list: List of the titles recorded on the disc, and their information.
2. The protect icon: Appears when the title has been protected. (Original titles only)
3. Arrow: Indicating there is a previous / next page.
4. Title list icon: Indicates a type of the displayed title list.

ORG : VR (Original)

PL : VR (Playlist)

Video : Video mode

1. Title name
2. Title information: Displays various information on the selected title
3. Submenu: Submenus for the selected menu are displayed here
4. Title name (editable): If you do not name the title, the recorded date, time and the recording mode are displayed here
5. Progress bar: Indicating the progress of the playback. The vertical lines in the bar indicate chapter marks, and "▼" sliding on the bar indicates current point of playback displayed in the preview window.
6. Preview window: Preview of the selected title is displayed here
7. Playback status: Indicating the current playback status of the selected title.

Press [■] to exit the title list.

Editing Discs

You can edit discs for the following items. Be sure that once you edit titles, they will not remain as original.

• Adding Titles to a Playlist (Refer to page 61.)
• Erasing All Playlists (Refer to page 62.)
• Deleting a Title (Refer to page 63.)
• Deleting a Part of a Title (Refer to page 64.)
• Putting Names on Titles (Refer to page 66)
• Setting Chapter Marks (Refer to page 67.)
• Clearing Chapter Marks (Refer to page 68.) • Dividing a Title (DVD-RW only) (Refer to page 69.) • Combining Titles (Refer to page 70.)
• Setting or Releasing the Title Protection (Refer to page 71.) (Possible editing functions depend on the recording format and editing method.)

Original and playlist (VR mode)

For VR mode DVD-RW, you can edit the recordings in playlist without changing the original recordings. Playlist does not take up much disc space. After you make a recording to VR mode DVD-RW, a playlist will be created automatically.

What "Original" or "Playlist" is for?

Throughout this manual, you will find original and playlist which refer to the actual content and the edited version.

• Original content refers to what's actually recorded in the VR mode on a DVD-RW.
• Playlist content refers to the edited version of the VR mode DVD-RW; how the original content is to be played back.

Finalizing a disc

• This will allow a disc that is recorded on this unit to be played back on other DVD players — without finalization it will not be playable on other DVD players. • After finalizing a DVD-RW/-R, you cannot edit any information that is on that disc.

Note

• When selecting "Edit" on pop-up menu of the title list and edit the title, the title list is displayed after writing the edited contents onto the disc.
• The capacity indicator in the right side of the title list may not indicate the precise capacity in the disc.
• The capacity indicator may not indicate the capacity for titles with short recording times.
• Once you have finalized a DVD-R, you cannot edit or record anything on that disc.

FORMATTING A DISC

Choosing the Recording Format of a Brand-New DVD-RW

When inserting a brand-new DVD-RW, the unit automatically starts to initialize the disc. DVD-RW will be formatted either in video or VR mode according to the recording format mode setting of the unit. Before inserting a brand-new DVD-RW, you need to set the recording format to the desired mode. You can also manually format a DVD-RW once it has been used.

Note

The recording format setting is effective only for DVD-RW. You cannot change the recording format for a DVD-R.

You cannot mix two formats on one DVD-RW disc. If you insert a disc that has been formatted before, the recording format is not changed if you select another format in the "Setup" menu only. To reformat a disc (change disc format type), refer to "Reformatting a Disc Manually" on page 60.

1 Press [SETUP].

2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "DVD Menu", then press [OK].

3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Format", then press [OK].

4 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Format Mode", then press [OK].

5 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Video mode" or "VR mode", then press [OK].

6 Press [SETUP] to exit.

7 Insert a brand-new disc. Formatting will start

8 Formatting is completed. "100%" is indicated.

Reformatting a Disc Manually

If you are using a DVD-RW, you can format the disc by performing "Format". You can format DVD-RW for either video mode recording or VR mode recording.

Insert a recordable disc.

1 Press [SETUP].

2 Use [▲/▼] to select "DVD Menu", then press [OK].

3 Use [▲/▼] to select "Format", then press [OK]. e.g.) VR mode DVD-RW

4 Use [▲/▼] to select "Start", then press [OK].

Selection menu will appear and prompt you to confirm.

5 Use [▲/▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

Formatting will start. If you want to cancel formatting, select "No".

Note

When you reformat the disc, the contents of the disc are erased.

For DVD-RW, make sure that the recording format is set to the desired mode. (See steps 1 to 6 in "Choosing the Recording Format of a Brand-New DVD-RW" on page 59.)

This unit may not be able to reformat a disc that is not previously formatted by this unit (e.g. DVD disc formatted by PC or another recorder).

6 Formatting is completed. "100%" is indicated.

CREATING/DELETING PLAYLIST

Adding Titles to a Playlist

For VR mode DVD-RW, you can create the playlist as you wish.

You can add up to 99 titles to a playlist (as long as the total number of the playlist does not exceed 999 chapters).

Note

When a playlist contains 99 titles or more or 999 chapters or more, "Add to Playlist" cannot be selected.

1 Press [DVD]. Press [TOP MENU].

- If the "Playlist" screen appears, press [DISC MENU] to switch the "Original" screen.

2 Use [▲ / ▼/◀ / ▶] to select the desired title, then press [OK].

3 Use [▲/▼] to select "Add To Play list", then press [OK].

Play From Start

Edit

Title Delete

Add To Playlist

4 Use [▲/▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

The title is added to playlist.

5 Press [RETURN] or [■] to exit. Data will be written onto the disc momentarily.

This operation may take awhile to be completed.

Erasing All Playlist

A playlist can be deleted if it is no longer needed.

1 Press [DVD]. Press [SETUP]. Main menu will appear.

2 Use [▲/▼] to select "DVD Menu", then press [OK].

3 Use [▲/▼] to select "Delete All Playlists", then press [OK].

4 Use [▲/▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

"Are you sure?" will appear. Use [▲/▼] to select "Yes" and then press [OK].

Playlist is deleted. Data will be written onto the disc momentarily.

This operation may take awhile to be completed.

Note

Deleting a playlist will not increase the available recording time on the disc.

DELETING TITLES

You can delete a title which you do not need anymore. Please be advised that the titles once deleted cannot be brought back to the disc.

For DVD-RW, when the last recorded title in the title list is deleted, the available disc space to record on will be increased. For DVD-R, the disc space to record on will not be changed.

1

Press [DVD]. In stop mode, press [TOP MENU].

Title list original or playlist will appear.

- For VR mode DVD-RW, press [DISC MENU] to switch between "Original" and "Playlist".

2

Use [▲ / ▼/◀ / ▶] to select the desired title, then press [OK].

e.g.) VR mode DVD-RW original

3

Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Title Delete", then press [OK].

4

Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

After that, "Are you sure?" will appear, select "Yes" and then press [OK]. Title will be deleted.

5

Press [RETURN] or [STOP■] to exit. Data will be written onto the disc momentarily.

This operation may take awhile to be completed.

EDITING DISCS

Deleting a Part of a Title

You can delete a specific part of a title.

Even when parts of title are deleted from the playlist, the original title will remain as it is.

1 Press [DVD]. In stop mode, press [TOP MENU]. Title list original or playlist will appear.

- For VR mode DVD-RW, press [DISC MENU] to switch between "Original" and "Playlist".

2 Use [▲ / ▼/◀ / ▶] to select the desired title, then press [OK]. e.g.) VR mode DVD-RW original

3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Edit", then press [OK].

4 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Scene Delete", then press [OK]. e.g.) VR mode DVD-RW playlist.

Instructions continue on the next page.

Note

When a scene is deleted from an original, the playlist related to the original will be deleted.

You cannot select "Scene Delete" if the number of chapter marks in the original or playlist is more than 999. (Depending on the content, there is a case that you cannot select "Scene Delete" before the number of chapter marks reaches 999.)

The recordable disc space will not increase even after deleting a part of a title on the playlist.

5 Use [◀◀ / ▶▶], [◀◀], [▶▶], [▶] and [▶▶] to find the start point, then press [OK].

Then use [◀◀ / ▶▶], [◀◀], [▶▶], [▶] and [▶▶] again to move to the end point, and press [OK].

The cursor will move to "Preview".

The bar at the bottom of the screen indicates the total and the elapsed time of the title, and the area selected for deletion is indicated in red. You can check the preview by pressing [OK].

- Before and after 5 seconds of the deleted point will be played back for preview.

6 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Delete" then press [OK].

7 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Yes" then press [OK].

"Are you sure?" will appear. Select "Yes" using [▲ / ▼] and then press [OK].

The part of the title is deleted.

8 Press [RETURN] and then [RETURN] or ▪ to exit.

Data will be written onto the disc momentarily.

This operation may take a while to be completed.

Putting Names on Titles

You can put title names on the titles and change the names from this menu.

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 in "DELETING TITLES" on page 63 to display "Edit" menu.

2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Edit Title Name", then press [OK].

3 To enter a title name, follow the steps of "Guide to Edit Title Name" on this page.

- When you finish entering a title name, press [OK].

4 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

The name you entered will be activated for the title.

5 After this operation is completed, press [RETURN] to exit. Data will be written onto the disc momentarily.

This operation may take a while to be completed.

Guide to Edit Title Name

1) Use [▲/▼] to select a desired character set, then press [OK]. 2) Follow the list below, use [the Number buttons] repeatedly until the desired letter appears. When you finish entering a title name, press [OK].

SelectPress	ABC	abc @ !	123
0
1	(*1) (*1)		1	! " # $ % & ' () * + , - . / : ; <= > ? @ [ ] ^ _ { | }
2	ABC	abc	2
3	DEF	def	3
4	GHI	ghi	4
5	JKL	jkl	5
6	MNO	mno	6
7	PQRS	pqrs	7
8	TUV	tuv	8
9	WXYZ	wxyz	9

*1 Press 1, character set will be changed to "@!?" mode automatically. Press 2 to 9 to back to the previous character set. To delete letters, press [CLEAR] repeatedly. Holding [CLEAR] to delete all letters. Use [◀ /▶] to move the cursor to the left and right. You can enter up to 30 letters.

Note

- Undefined letters in a title name are shown by "*". If you delete them, adjoining letters may change to "*" or others.

Setting Chapter Marks

You can put chapter marks in each title. Once a chapter is marked, you can use it for the chapter search feature.

Note

Maximum numbers of chapter for each DVD:

VR mode DVD : 999 chapters per entire original and playlist

Besides the above-mentioned, it is not likely to be able to add according to recorded time and number of chapters.

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 in "DELETING TITLES" on page 63 to display "Edit" menu.

2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Chapter Mark", then press [OK]. Submenu will appear.

3 Use [SKIP |◀◀ /▶▶], [REV ◀◀], [FWD▶▶], [PLAY▶] and [PAUSE■■] to find the point where you will create a new chapter mark. Or, use [SKIP |◀◀ /▶▶] to find a chapter mark that you wish to delete.

4 Use [▲ /▼] to select "Add" or "Delete", then press [OK]. e.g.) VR mode DVD-RW original

5 Use [▲ /▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK]. If you select "Add" at step 4, a new chapter mark will be added, and if you select "Delete" at step 4, the chapter mark will be deleted. e.g.) Add

A new chapter mark will be added.

6 Press [RETURN].

7 Press [RETURN] again and then [RETURN] or [STOP ■] to exit. Data will be written onto the disc momentarily.

This operation may take awhile to be completed.

Setting or Clearing All Chapter Marks at Once

For titles in video mode DVD-RW, you can set or edit chapters at every time interval. You can clear the chapter mark too.

You can specify the interval of chapter marks or titles last more than 5 minutes.

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 in "DELETING TITLES" on page 63 to display "Edit" menu.

2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Chapter Mark", then press [OK].

3 Use [▲/▼] to select the desired interval, then press [OK].

4 Use [▲/▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

Chapter marks are added. If you select "OFF" at step 3, all the chapter marks are erased.

5 Press [RETURN] and then [RETURN] or [STOP ■] to exit.

Data will be written onto the disc momentarily.

This operation may take awhile to be completed.

Note

You cannot select a chapter mark interval that exceeds the length of a title.

The length of chapters may slightly deviate from the one specified at the step 3.

A chapter mark may be delayed depending on the recording content

Maximum number of chapter for video mode DVD is 99 chapters per title.

The interval for auto chapter may be up to two minutes different from the time option you set.

Dividing a Title

You can divide one title into two new titles.

Note

You cannot divide a title on the disc when the number of recording titles reaches the maximum of 99, and the number of recording chapters reaches the maximum of 999.

1 Press [DVD]. In stop mode, press [TOP MENU]. • For VR mode DVD-RW, press [DISC MENU] to select "Playlist".

2 Use [▲ / ▼/◀ / ▶] to select a desired title, then press [OK].

3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Edit", then press [OK]. e.g.) VR mode DVD-RW playlist

4 Use [SKIP ◀◀], [SKIP ▶▶], [REV ◀◀], [FWD ▶▶], [PAUSE ▶] and [PLAY ▶] to decide the point at which you will divide the title.

5 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Title Dividing", then press [OK].

6 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK]. e.g.) VR mode DVD-RW playlist

The title will be divided into two new titles. Both title names are identical.

This operation may take a while to be completed.

For VR mode DVD-RW: Proceed to step 7.

7 Press [RETURN] or [STOP■] to exit. Data will be written onto the disc momentarily.

This operation may take a while to be completed.

Combining Titles

You can combine two titles into a single title.

Note

You cannot select the same title twice and combine it into a single title.

If either one of the two original titles is deleted, the combined new title is also deleted.

1. Follow steps 1 to 3 in "Dividing a Title" on page 69 to display the "Edit" menu.

2. Use [▲/▼] to select "Title Combining", then press [OK].

The title combining setting window will appear. The selected title grays out, and the frame of the next title becomes yellow.

3. Use [▲/▼/◀/▶] to select another title to combine, then press [OK]. The selection menu will appear.

4. Use [▲/▼] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

The two titles will combine into a single title.

5. Press [RETURN] or [■] to exit. Data will be written onto the disc momentarily. This operation may take a while to be completed.

Setting or Releasing the Title Protection

To prevent the accidental editing or erasing of the titles, you can protect them in the "Edit" menu.

You can cancel the title protection feature after it is applied.

1. Follow steps 1 to 3 in "Putting Names on Titles" on page 66 to display the "Edit" menu.

2. Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Protect", then press [OK].

- If the title is protected, the icon will appear in the original list.

3. Confirm the indication "OFF ON". Press [OK] again.

- If the title is already protected, "ON-OFF" will appear. If you press [OK], the title will be released from protection.

- The icon will appear on the title in the original list.

4. Press [RETURN] and then [RETURN] or [STOP ■] to exit.

Data will be written onto the disc momentarily.

This operation may take a while to be completed.

To protect a whole disc (VR mode DVD-RW only):

Select "Disc Protect OFF → ON" from the DVD Menu, then select "Yes".

Refer to "SETTING A DISC TO PROTECT" on page 41.

LIST OF SETTINGS

The following table shows the contents that you can set and the default settings.

Refer to the following table for useful operation.

Setup Items (highlight is the default) Contents
General Setting	Playback→Pages 74-76	Parental Lock		OFFlevel 8 [Adult] to 1 [Kid Safe]	Set the parental level for DVD playback.
		Audio Out	Dynamic Range Contro	ONOFF	Compressing the range of sound volume.
			PCM	48kHz96kHz	Set whether the sound recorded in 96kHz will be down sampled in 48kHz.
			Dolby Digital P	CMStream	Set the type of sound signal which outputs from the digital audio output jack.
		Disc Menu Language		EnglishFrenchSpanishOther	Set the language for disc menu language.
		Audio Language		OriginalEnglishFrenchSpanishOther	Set the language for audio.
		Subtitle Language		OFFEnglishFrenchSpanishOther	Set the language for subtitles.
		Angle Icon		ONOFF	Set whether or not to display the angle icon.
		Still Mode		AutoFieldFrame	Set the type of still image in pausing playback.
	Display→Pages 77	OSD Language		EnglishFrançaisEspañol	Set the language for OSD (on-screen display).
		ScreenSaver		OFF1minute5 minutes10minutes15minutes	Set the idling time before the screen saver starts.
		H Dimmer		AutoBrightDark	Set the brightness of the front panel display.
	Video→Page 78	Progressive Scan		ONOFF	Set to the progressive scan mode (set to "ON") or to the interlace scan mode (set to "OFF").
		IV Aspect		4:3 Letter Box4:3 Pan & Scan16:9 Wide	Set a picture size according to aspect ratio of your TV.
		Select Video→Page 37	L1 (Rear)	Video IrS -Video In	Set the video input type for the external input.
			L2 (Front;	Video IrS -Video In
General Setting	Recording	Auto Chapter→ Page 28		OFF5 minutes10 minutes15 minutes30 minutes60 minutes	Insert chapter marks at time intervals.
		Recording Audio Select (XP)→ Page 28		PCM Dolby Digita	Set the recording audio type. (Only when the ec mode is set to XP.)
		Auto Finalize→ Page 43	Disc Full	ONOF I	Set the unit to finalize the disc automatically.
			End of Timer Rec	ONOF I
		Aspect Ratio (Video mode)→ Page 28		Auto4:316:S	Set an aspect ratio for video mode recording.
		Dubbing Mode → Pages 39-40		VCR ➔ DVD DVD ➔ VCR	Set the dubbing direction.
	Clock→ Page 26	Clock Setting			Setthe clock.
	HDMI→ Page 79	Format		RGBYCbCr	Set the color space for the HDMI output.
		HDMI Audi c		ONOFF	Set whether to output the HDMI audio signal or not.
		RGB Range		NormalEnhanced	Set the black-white contrast level for HDMI RGB output
	Reset All Page 80			YesNc	Set to the default setting.

Note

• Your change to each setting stays on even when the power is off except for Dubbing Mode.
• An item which is not currently available is grayed in the settings.

Playback

Press [■] if you are playing back a disc.

1 Press [SETUP] and use [▲ / ▼] to select "General Setting", then press [OK].

"General Setting" menu will appear.

2 Use [▲/▼] to select "Playback", then press [OK].

3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select a desired item, then press [OK].

Submenu will appear.

4 Refer to 1 to 7 on pages 75-76 and set the selected item.

5 When you finish with setting, press [SETUP] to exit.

Playback (cont'd)

1 Parental Lock (Default: OFF)

Some DVD-video feature a parental lock level. Playback will stop if the ratings exceed the levels you set, and it will require you to enter a password before the disc will play. This feature prevents your children from viewing inappropriate material.

Use [▲/▼] to select the desired level, then press [OK].

If a password has not been set yet, proceed to A. If a password has been set already, proceed to 3.

Note

• Parental lock function may not be available on some discs.
• With some DVDs, it may be difficult to determine if they are compatible with parental lock. Be sure to check if the parental lock function operates in the way you have set.
• Record the password in case you forget it.
• If there is a DVD in the unit when you set up the parental lock, press [▲] to activate the parental lock level.

A password has not been set yet.

Use [▲/▼] to select "Yes". Use [the Number buttons] to enter a new password except for 4737, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

A password has been set already.

- Use [the Number buttons] to enter the current password.

Your setting will be activated.

- If you want to change the password, use [▲/▼] to select "Yes". Use [the Number buttons] to enter a new password except for 4737, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

Note

• Press [CLEAR] to erase numbers entered incorrectly.
• When you forget the password or you want to clear all settings in "Parental Lock" menu, enter 4737 using [the Number buttons] in password input window. Password will be cleared and parental levels will be set to "OFF".

Audio Out

Choose the appropriate audio setting for your external device.

It will only affect disc playback.

Use [▲/▼] to select a desired item, then press [OK].

Dynamic Range Control (Default: ON)

Set to "ON" to compress the range between soft and loud sounds.

Use [▲/▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

Note

- Dynamic range control function is available only on the discs which are recorded in the Dolby Digital format.

PCM (Default: 48kHz)

Use [▲ / ▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

48kHz: If your amplifier/decoder is NOT compatible with 96kHz PCM, select "48kHz". 96kHz sound will be output in 48kHz.

96kHz: If your amplifier/decoder is compatible with 96kHz PCM, select "96kHz". 96kHz sound will be output.

Note

When playing back disc with copy right protection

- Even if you select "96kHz", the sound will be down sampled at 48kHz.

Instructions continue on the next page.

Playback (cont'd)

Dolby Digital (Default: Stream)

Use [▲ / ▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

PCM: Converts the Dolby Digital into PCM (2 channel). When your amplifier/decoder is NOT compatible with Dolby Digital, set to "PCM".

Stream: Outputs Dolby Digital signals. When your amplifier/decoder is compatible with Dolby Digital, set to "Stream".

Disc Menu Language (Default: English)

Set the language for disc menu.

Use [▲ / ▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

Audio Language (Default: Original)

Set the audio language.

Use [▲ / ▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

- When "Original" is selected, the audio language will be in the disc's default language.

Subtitle Language (Default: OFF)

Set the subtitle language.

Use [▲ / ▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

If "Other" is selected for 3 to 5, press the 4-digit code using the number buttons. Refer to the language code table on page 88.

- When you finish entering the code, press [OK].

Note

• Only the languages supported by the disc can be selected. • Audio language setting may not be available on some discs.
• You can change or switch off the subtitles on a DVD also from the disc menu if it is available.
• Press [CLEAR] or [◀] to erase numbers entered incorrectly.

Angle Icon (Default : ON)

Set to "ON" to show the angle icon during playback.

Use [▲ /▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

Still Mode (Default : Auto)

Select "Auto" usually.

Use [▲ /▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

Auto : Optimum resolution setting ("Field" or "Frame") will be selected.

Field : Images in the still mode will be stabilized.

Frame : Images in the still mode will be highly defined.

Note

- Frame is 1 completed video image made up of 2 fields (There are 30 frames per second of NTSC video).

Display

Press [■] if you are playing back a disc.

1 Press [SETUP] and use [▲ / ▼] to select "General Setting", then press [OK].

2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Display", then press [OK].

3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select a desired item, then press [OK].

Selection menu will appear.

4 Refer to 1 to 3 on this page and set the selected item.

5 When you finish with setting, press [SETUP] to exit.

1 OSD Language (Default : English)

Set the language for the on-screen display.

Use [▲ / ▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

2 Screen Saver (Default : 10 minutes)

Set the time to activate the screen saver function on the TV screen.

Use [▲ / ▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

Your setting will be activated.

3 FL Dimmer (Default: Bright)

Set the front panel display brightness.

Use [▲ / ▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

You can choose one from "Auto", "Bright" and "Dark". If "Auto" is selected, the display gets dark when the power is in the standby mode.

Video

Press [■] if you are playing back a disc.

1 Press [SETUP] and use [▲ / ▼] to select "General Setting", then press [OK]. 2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Video", then press [OK]. 3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select a desired item, then press [OK].

Submenu will appear.

4 Refer to 1 to 2 on this page and set the selected item.

- For 3 refer to page 37.

5 When you finish with setting, press [SETUP] to exit

1 Progressive Scan (Default : OFF)

This unit is compatible with the progressive scan system. The feature provides you with the higher definition images than the traditional output system does. To utilize this feature, you must set progressive scan mode to "ON".

1) Use [▲/▼] to select "ON", then press [OK].

2) Use [◀/▶] to select "Yes", then press [OK].

Activating progressive scan: Check that your TV supports progressive scan and connect it using a component video cable.

NOTE: If there is no picture or the picture is distorted after selecting "Yes", wait about 15 seconds for automatic recovery.

Activate?

Yes No

3) Use [▲/▼] to select "Yes" within 15 seconds (if the picture is OK), then press [OK]. Your setting will be activated.

Note

• If your TV is compatible with progressive scan (480p), you are recommended to use the HDMI or component video cable (commercially available) to connect this unit to the TV. (Refer to pages 16-17.) If not, use the RCA video cable and set the progressive scan to "OFF" or press and hold [SETUP] for more than 3 seconds during DVD playback.
• When selecting "No" or not pressing any buttons on the unit or remote control within 15 seconds at step 3, progressive scan remains "OFF" (interlace scan).

2 TV Aspect (Default: 4:3 Letter Box)

You can select the TV aspect ratio to match the formats of what you are playing back or watching digital TV broadcasting with the unit and your TV screen (4:3 standard or 16:9 widescreen TV).

Use [▲/▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

If you have a standard TV:

Select "4:3 Letter Box" so that black bars appear on the top and bottom of the TV screen when playing back a wide-screen picture. Select "4:3 Pan & Scan" for a full-height picture with both sides trimmed when playing back a wide-screen picture.

If you have a widescreen TV:

Select "16:9 Wide".

HDMI

1 Press [SETUP] in stop mode and use [▲ / ▼] to select "General Setting", then press [OK].

2 Use [▲/▼] to select "HDMI", then press [OK].

- You cannot select HDMI when an HDMI cable is not connected and the items are shown in grey color.

3 Use [▲ / ▼] to select a desired item, then press [OK].

4 When you finish with the setting, press [SETUP] to exit.

1 Format (Default : RGB)

You can select the color space for HDMI output. Set the appropriate color space for your display device.

Use [▲ /▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

- When the connected device is not compatible with the Y/Cb/Cr, HDMI signal is output as RGB regardless of the setting.

Your setting will be activated.

2 HDMI Audio (Default : ON)

If you do not want to output the audio through HDMI (when you digitally output the audio through the COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to your audio system, etc.), you can set the HDMI audio output off.

Use [▲ /▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

- Set to "OFF" when the HDMI sound is not output.

Your setting will be activated.

3 RGB Range (Default: Normal)

You can adjust the RGB range to make the dark areas of the HDMI images brighter.

Use [▲ /▼] to select a setting, then press [OK].

• Select "Enhanced" if the black-white contrast is not clear.
• This setting is effective only for HDMI RGB output.

Your setting will be activated.

Reset All

Reset the setting to default.

1 Press [SETUP] and use [▲ / ▼] to select "General Setting", then press [OK]. The "General Setting" menu will appear.

2 Use [▲ / ▼] to select "Reset All", then press [OK].

3 Select "Yes" using [▲ / ▼], then press [OK]. Reset to factory default? Yes No

4 Select "Yes" again using [▲ / ▼], then press [OK].

Your setting in recording will be initialized.

Note

• The settings listed below will remain unchanged even after resetting to the factory default.
• OSD language setting
• Clock setting
• Parental lock setting – Timer programming information

VCR FUNCTIONS

Information on VCR Functions

Caution on using S-video, component or HDMI connection for VCR:

• Only the playback audio / video are available with these connections.
• Under the condition listed below, the playback image cannot be viewed. Use the standard video connection, in such case; - during DVD recording.
• HDMI video resolution cannot be changed when the unit is in VCR mode.

Playback

Press [VCR] first.

1) Insert a prerecorded tape (refer to page 24 on "How to Insert a Disc / Cassette Tape"). 2) Press [▶] to start playback. 3) Press [■] to stop playback.

To pause playback:

Press [11].

Playback will pause and sound will be muted.

To resume playback:

Press [▶].

Note

• When a cassette tape without erase-protection tab is inserted, the unit will start playback automatically.
• Tracking will be automatically adjusted upon playback. To adjust the tracking manually, press [TRACKING ▲ / ▼] on the remote control. • S-VHS cassette tape is not to be used on this unit
• Playback will stop when you change the output mode.

Recording

Press [VCR] first.

1) Insert a recordable tape with an erase-protection tab intact.

Accidental erasure prevention

To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette tape, remove its erase-protection tab. To record on it later, cover the hole with cellophane tape.

2) Select the recording mode using [REC MODE].

- The desired recording mode is selected in SP (standard play) or SLP (super long play) mode by pressing [REC MODE].

Recording mode:

Tape speed	Recording / playback time
Type of tape	T60	T120	T160
$P mode	1 hour	2 hours	2-2/3 hours
SLP mode	3 hours	6 hours	8 hours

3) Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the appropriate external input position (L1/L2) to which your external tuner is connected.

4) Press [REC] to start recording.

Press [■] to stop the recording.

To pause recording:

Press [11].

To resume recording:

Press [11] or [REC].

After the unit has been in pause mode for 5 minutes, it will stop automatically to protect the tape and the video head from damage.

- Refer to pages 31-34 for instructions on "TIMER RECORDING".

Note

- This function is available only when the unit is connected by the VIDEO OUT jack.

One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)

This feature allows you to set the recording length simply by pressing [REC] on the remote control.

Press [VCR] first.

1) Insert a recordable tape with an erase-protection tab intact. 2) Select the recording mode using [REC MODE]. (Refer to "Note for DVD to VCR duplication" on page 40 and "Recording" on page 81.) 3) Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the appropriate external input position (L1/L2) to which your external tuner is connected. 4) Press [REC] to begin the one-touch timer recording. You can select a fixed recording time by pressing [REC] repeatedly.

When the one-touch timer recording is finished, the unit will turn to the standby mode automatically.

To change the recording length during the one-touch timer recording:

Press [REC] repeatedly until the desired length appears.

To cancel the one-touch timer recording within the specified time:

Press [■].

Note

• The remaining recording time will be displayed on the front panel display during one-touch timer recording. Press [DISPLAY] to see it on the TV screen.
• You cannot pause the one-touch timer recording.

- If VCR one-touch timer recording is completed during DVD playback or recording, the VCR will be in stop mode and the DVD keeps the current mode.

- Unlike a timer recording, you can perform the following operations during the one-touch timer recording.

• Turning the power to the standby mode to stop one-touch timer recording
• Using [REC] or [■] on the remote control.

- When the one-touch timer recording is finished and the power is in the standby mode, the unit will switch to the timer standby mode automatically if a timer recording has been programmed. Press [TIMER SET] to cancel the timer standby mode for using the unit continuously.

- This function is available only when the unit is connected by the VIDEO OUT jack.

Index Search

An index mark will be assigned at the beginning of each recording you make. You may skip to a specific marked point by following the steps below.

Press [VCR] first.

1) Press [SEARCH] so that "INDEX SEARCH" menu appears. 2) Using [the Number buttons], enter the number of recordings you wish to skip within 30 seconds.

3) Press [◀◀], [▶▶] to start index search.

If you want to go in the forward direction, press [▶▶]. If you want to go in the reverse direction, press [◀◀]. After index search, the VCR will play back the cassette tape automatically.

Note

• You can make the index mark up to 20.
• This function is available only when the unit is connected by the VIDEO OUT jack.

Time Search

This feature allows you to go to a specific point on a cassette tape by entering the exact amount of time you wish to skip in order to reach the point.

Press [VCR] first.

1) Press [SEARCH] repeatedly so that "TIME SEARCH" menu appears.

2) Using [the Number buttons], enter your desired time to skip within 30 seconds.

You can set the time up to 9:59.

3) Press [◀◀], [▶▶] to start time search.

If you want to go in the forward direction, press [▶▶].

If you want to go in the reverse direction, press [◀◀].

After time search, the unit will play back the cassette tape automatically.

Note

• Index search and time search are not available during recording.
• Press [■] to stop the search.
• If the end of the cassette tape is reached during search, this unit will cancel the search and rewind the cassette tape.
• This function is available only when the unit is connected by the VIDEO OUT jack.

Other Operations

Press [VCR] first.

Fast forward:

When the unit is in stop mode, press [▶▶] to fast forward the cassette tape.

Rewind:

When the unit is in stop mode, press [◀◀] to rewind the cassette tape.

To cue or review pictures during playback (picture search):

Press [◀◀] or [▶▶] during playback.

Press it again and the unit will search in super high speed (in SLP mode only).

To freeze the picture on the TV screen during playback (still mode):

Press [1]. Each time you press the button, the picture will be forwarded by one frame.

If the picture begins to vibrate vertically during still mode, stabilize the picture by pressing [TRACKING ▲ / ▼] on the remote control.

Counter reset:

Press [CLEAR] to reset the counter to "0:00:00".

To play back in slow motion:

Press [11] during playback, then press [▶▶].

Press [▶▶] or [◀◀] repeatedly to select the desired speed.

Automatic rewind:

When a cassette tape is played back or fast forwarded to its end, the cassette tape will rewind to the beginning, stop, and eject itself.

When you play back a cassette tape recorded in Hi-Fi stereo

Press [AUDIO] on the remote control to select Hi-Fi or MONO for playback sound mode.

• If you have connected a stereo TV to this unit, select "HIFI".
• If you have connected a monaural TV to this unit, select "MONO".

Your SelectionType of recorded tape	HIFI		MONO channel
		R-channelL
non Hi-Fi tapes	Monaural	Monaural	Monaural
Hi-FI tapes recorded in Hi-Fi stereo	L	R	L+R
Hi-Fi tapes recorded main audio program	Main audio program	Main audio program	Main audio program
Hi-FI tapes recorded second audio program	Second audio program	Second audio program	Second audio program

Note

• Still/slow mode will stop after 5 minutes to prevent damage to the cassette tape and the video heads.
• To return to playback from the picture search/still/slow mode, press [▶].

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before requesting service for this unit, check the table below for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.

		Remedy
GENERAL	The powerdoes not turn on.	·Check that the AC power cord is connected securely.·Check the breaker (in case of powerfailure).·Press [TIMER SET] to cancel the timer standby mode.
	There is no picture.	·Re-connect the connecting cords securely.·Check if the connecting cords are damaged.·Check the connection to your TV (pages 15-18).·Switch the input selector on your TV (such as to “L1”) so that the signal from the unit appears on the TV screen.
	Cannot record a TV program.	·This unit does not have a tuner to receive TV broadcasting.·You must connect this unit to an external tuner to record TV programs (page 15).
	There is no sound or the sound is distorted.	·Re-connect all connections securely.·Check if the connecting cord is damaged.·Check the connections to the amplifier input.·Check if the input device setting on the amplifier is correct.·When the unit is in pause mode or in slow-motion playback mode, sound is not output. This is not a malfunction.·When the unit is in fast forward or fast reverse mode, sound is not output. This is not a malfunction.·While the setup menu or timer programming display is shown or while the screen saver is active, the audio is muted.
	The remote control does not function.	·Batteries are weak.·There are obstacles between the remote control and the unit.·The remote control is far from the unit.·There are no batteries in the remote control.·Check if the unit is turned on.·Check if you are pointing the remote control at the recorder and NOT the TV. If you have a plasma TV, it may interfere with the IR signal. Try the remote with the plasma off. If the remote works, you may need to move the unit away from the plasma TV.·Press [DVD, or [VCR], whichever you need. Then, try again.·Press [TIMER SET] to cancel the timer standby mode.
	The unit does not operate properly.	·When static electricity, etc., causes the unit to operate abnormally, unplug the unit and then plug it in again.
DVD. VCR	Playback picture is distorted	·Keep the device which may cause electrical disturbances, such as a cellular phone, away.
	Nothing was recorded even though you set the timer setting correctly.	·There was a powerfailure during recording.·The unit's internal clock stopped due to a powerfailure that lasted for more than 30 seconds. Reset the clock (page 26)·The program contains copy protection signals that restricts copying.·The timer setting overlapped with another setting that has priority.
	Timer recording is not complete or did not start from the beginning.	·The timer setting overlapped with another setting that has priority (page 34).·Disc space was not enough
	Timer recording is impossible.	·Make sure appears on the front panel display of this unit. If not, press [TIMER SET].
	No image from HDMI connection	·Check the HDMI connection.(Check the status of the HDMI related indications.)·Check whether the connected monitor device or other device supports HDCP. (This unit will not output a video signal unless the other device supports HDCP.)·Check the setting of HDMI.·Check whether the output format of this unit (HDMI FORMAT) matches the supported in put format of the other connected device.·If the unit is connected to the unauthorized display device with an HDMI cable, the audio/video signal may not be output when playing back a commercial DVD-video

TROUBLESHOOTING

	Symptom Remedy
DVD·VCR	There is no sound or the sound is distorted.	The HDMI sound is not output when "HDMI Audio" is set to "OFF".Check the RCA audio cable connection. If you are using HDMI-DVI conversion cable, you must connect the RCA audio cable, too.Check whether the output format of this unit (HDMI FORMAT) matches the supported input format of other connected device.
	Setup menu cannot be called up. Setup menus cannot be called up during DVD recording or DVD pla y back
DVD	There is no picture.	If the main menu appears on the TV screen, press [RETURN] to exit.Check if the progressive scan mode is set correctly according to your TV (page 78).
	Picture noise appears.	Clean the disc with a cleaning doth.
	There is no sound.	If you are using DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack, check the setting in "Disc Audio" (pages 75-76).Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
	Sound is noisy.	Clean the disc with a cleaning doth.
	No DTS sound is output.	This unit is not compatible with DTS sound.
	The disc does not play back.	No disc is inserted.A blank disc is inserted.The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the labeled side facing up.The disc is not correctly inserted.The unit cannot play back certain discs (such as a CD-ROM) (page 44).The region code on the DVD-video does not match the unit (page 44).Moisture has condensed inside the unit. Remove the disc and I eave the unit turned on for about 2 hours until the moisture evaporates (page 3).If the disc was recorded on another recorder, the unit cannot play back the disc if it was not finalized.
	Discs rec orded on this unit can not be played back on other DVD players	If you are using DVD-RW/-R, please ensure you finalized the disc after recording (pages 42-43).
	The disc does not start playback from the beginning.	Resume playback was activated (page 50). Press [■] twice.You have inserted a disc whose title menu or DVD menu automatically appears on the TV screen when it is first inserted.
	The unit starts playing back the disc automatically.	The DVD-video features an auto playback function.
	Some functions such as stop, search or slow-motion playback cannot be performed.	Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the operations. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the disc.
	The language for the sound track cannot be changed.	The title does noth ave the mult tl ingual audio tracks.The DVD-video prohibits the changing of the language for the sound track.
	The subtile language cannot be changed or turned off.	Multilingual subtile are not recorded on the DVD-video.
	The camera angles cannot be changed.	Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD-video being played back.The angle-change operation is available whenever the disc contains a multi-angle feature. Actual chang e will be performed when the feature comes up.The DVD-video prohibits changing angles.Try changing the angle using the DVD-video's menu.
	Recording does not stop immediately after you press [■].	It may take a few seconds for the unit to input disc data before recording stops.

TROUBLESHOOTING

	Symptom Remedy
DVD	The disc tray does not open when you press [▲].	· It may take a few seconds for the disc tray to open after you have recorded or edited a disc. This is because the unit is adding disc data to the disc.
	"Repairing" appears on the TV screen.	· If there is a power failure or unplugging during recording, finalizing, formatting or editing (even after "Repairing" disappears), a repairing process will begin automatically just after turning the unit on again. It may take several minutes up to about several hours.
	In a case you intend to cancel the repairing process	· If you intend to cancel the repairing process, press [▲] on the front panel, then select "Yes" and press [OK]. After that, press [▲] to take out the disc. The disc cancelled during the repairing process MAY NOT work .
VCR	Picture noise appears	· Head cleaning for VCR may be necessary. Refer to "Auto head cleaning" (page 4).· Adjust tracking control for better picture by pressing [TRACKING ▲ / ▼] while you are playing back a cassette tape.
	The cassette tape does not play back.	· No cassette tape is inserted.
	Recording does not start after you press [REC].	· Make sure the cassette tape has an erase-protection tab when you record to a cassette tape. If needed, cover the hole with cellophane tape.
	The remote control does not function.	· Check if a cassette tape is in this unit.
	The motor rotates even when play back / recording is stopped.	· The motor may rotate for the duration of approximately 5 minutes for efficient operation. This is not a malfunction.
Error message Cause Solution
Disc Error— Please eject the disc. —Playback feature may not be available on this disc.	· Unplayable disc is inserted in the unit.· The disc is upside down.	· Insert the standardized disc which have the marks on page 44.· Insert the disc with the labeled side facing up
Region Error— Please eject the disc. —Playback is not authorized in your region.	· Playback is not authorized in the region of the DVD-video which you inserted in the unit.	· Insert the DVD-video with region codes 1 or ALL.
Parental Lock OnThe current selected parental level prohibits playback.	· The current selected parental level prohibits playback.	· Check "Parental Lock" setting in "Playback" menu (page 75).
Recording ErrorThis program is not allowed to be recorded.	· You are trying to record the copy of a prohibited program.	· You cannot record a copy of prohibited programs
Recording ErrorThis program is not recorded able in Video mode.	· You are trying to record the copy-once program onto the DVD-RW disc in Video mode.	· Set "Format Mode" to "VR mode" (pages 59 - 60).
Recording ErrorCan not record on this disc.	· You are trying to record onto the disc which is unrecordable or the disc status is unable to record.· The disc is dirty.· The disc is damaged.	· Insert the recordable disc, and ensure the disc status satisfies the recording requirements (page 27).· Clean the disc with a cleaning doth.· Replace the disc.
Recording ErrorThis program is not allowed to be recorded.	· You are trying to record the copy-once program onto the DVD-RW disc which is not compatible with CPRM.	· Insert the DVD-RWdisc in VR mode (ver.1.1 or 1.2 compatible with CPRM).
Recording ErrorThis disc is protected and not recordable	· You are trying to record onto the protected disc which is set in "DVD Menu" menu.	· Release the disc protect setting in "DVD Menu" menu (page 41).
Recording ErrorDiscis full.(No area for new recording)	· You are trying to record onto the disc which has no space for recording.	· Insert the recordable disc with enough recording space
Recording ErrorYou can not record more than 99 titles on one disc.(The maximum is 99)	· You are trying to record onto the DVD-RW/-R on which the number of recording titles comes up to the maximum (99).	· Delete unnecessary titles (page 63).
Recording ErrorYou cannot record more than 999 chapters on one disc.(The maximum is 999)	· You are trying to record onto the VR mode DVD-RWon which the number of recording chapters comes up to the maximum (999).	· Delete unnecessary chapter marks (page 67).
Recording ErrorYou cannot record on this disc as Control Information is full.	· This disc has no space to write the Control Information when recording or deleting contents.When editing has been repeatedly performed, the control information area may come up to be full even when the recording area has enough space.	· Delete unnecessary titles (page 63).
Recording ErrorYou cannot record on this disc as Power Calibration Area is full.	· When recordings are performed repeatedly onto an unstable disc, this area may come up to be full.· Every timeyou insert a disc for recording, the disc's working area will be taken up. And if you repeat this frequently, it will be used up sooner and you may not be able to record fully 49 titles.	· Insert a new disc.
Recording ErrorThis disc is already finalized.	· You are trying to record onto the disc already finalized.	· Undo the finalizing for only a DVD-RW disc (page 42).

*If you are still having trouble with the unit after checking "TROUBLESHOOTING", write down the error code and the error description for calling our help line mentioned on the back cover to locate an Authorized Service Center.

LANGUAGECODE

Language Code

Abkhazian	4748
Afar	4747
Afrikaans	4752
Albaniar	6563
Amharic	4759
Arabic	4764
Armenian	5471
Assamese	4765
Aymara	4771
Azerbaiani	4772
Bashkir	4847
Basque	5167
Bengali;Bangla	4860
Bhutani	5072
Bihari	4854
Bislama	4855
Breton	4864
Bulgarian	4853
Burmese	5971
Byelorussian	4851
Cambodian	5759
Catalan	4947
Chinese	7254
Corsican	4961
Croatian	5464
Czech	4965
Danish	5047
Dutch	6058
English	5160
Esperanto	5161
Estorian	5166
Faroese	5261
Fiji	5256
Finnish	5255
French	5264
Friisan	5271
Galician	5358
Georgian	5747
German	5051
Greek	5158
Greenlandic	5758
Guarani	5360
Gujarati	5367
Hausa	5447
Hebrew	5569
Hindi	5455

Language Code

Hungarian	5467
Icelandic	5565
Indonesian	5560
Interling ua	5547
Interlinguε	5551
Inup iak	5557
Irish	5347
Italian	5566
Japanese	5647
Javanese	5669
Kannada	5760
Kashmii	5765
Kazakh	5757
Kiry arwanda	6469
Kirghiz	5771
Kirurdli	6460
Korean	5761
Kurdish	5767
Laothian	586'
Latin	5847
Latvian; Lettish	5868
Lingala	5860
Lithuanian	5866
Macedonian	5957
Malagasy	5953
Malay	5965
Malayalam	5958
Maltese	5966
Maoui	5955
Marathi	5964
Moldavian	5961
Mongolian	5960
Nauru	6047
Nepali	6051
Norwegian	606'
Occitar	6149
Oriya	6164
Oromo (A fan)	6159
Panjabi	6247
Pashtq Pushto	6265
Persian	5247
Polish	6258
Portuguese	6266
Quechua	6367
Rhaeto-Romance	6459
Romanian	6461

Language Code

Russian	6467
Samoan	6559
Sangho	6553
Sanskrit	6547
Scots Gaelic	5350
Serbian	6564
Serbo-Croatian	6554
Sesotho	6566
Setswana	6660
Shona	6560
Sindhi	6550
Singhalese	6555
Sis wat	6565
Slovak	6557
Slovenian	6558
Soma li	656
Spanish	5165
Sundanese	6567
Swahili	6569
Swedish	6568
Tagalog	6658
Tajik	6653
Tamil	6647
Tatar	6666
Telugu	6651
Thai	6654
Tibetan	4861
Tigri nya	6655
Tonga	666'
Tsonga	6665
Turkish	6664
Turkmen	6657
Twi	6669
Ukrainian	6757
Urdu	6764
Uzbek	6772
Vietnamese	6855
Volapuk	686'
Welsh	4971
Wolof	6961
Xhosa	7054
Yiddish	5655
Yoruba	7161
Zulu	7267

GLOSSARY

Analog Audio

An electrical signal that directly represents sound. Compare this to digital audio which can be an electrical signal, but is an indirect representation of sound. See also "Digital Audio".

Aspect Ratio

The width of a TV screen relative to its height. Conventional TVs are 4:3 (in other words, the TV screen is almost square); widescreen models are 16:9 (the TV screen is almost twice as wide as it is high).

Chapter (DVD only)

Just as a book is split up into several chapters, a title on a DVD is usually divided into chapters. See also "Title".

Component Video Output

Each signal of luminance (Y) and component (PB/CF, PR/CR) is independent to output so that you can experience picture color as it is.

Also, due to compatibility with progressive video (480p), you can experience higher-density picture than that in interlace (480i) mode.

Digital Audio

An indirect representation of sound by numbers. During recording, the sound is measured at discrete intervals (44,100 times a second for CD audio) by an analog-to-digital converter, generating a stream of numbers. On playback, a digital-to-analog converter generates an analog signal based on these numbers. See also "Sampling Frequency" and "Analog Audio".

Dolby Digital

The system to compress digital sound developed by Dolby Laboratories. It offers you sound of stereo (2ch) or multi channel audio

Finalize

To make DVDs that have been recorded on possible to play back in DVD players. With this unit, it is possible to finalize DVD-RW and DVD-R.

HDMI™ (high definition multimedia interface)

A digital interface between audio and video source. It can transmit component video, audio, and control signal with one cable connection.

JPEG (joint photographic experts group)

JPEG is a method of compressing still image files. You can copy JPEG files on CD-RW/-R from a computer and play back the files on this unit.

The most common system of encoding digital audio, found on CD and DAT. Excellent quality, but requires a lot of data compared to formats such as Dolby Digital and MPEG audio. For compatibility with digital audio recorders (CD, MD and DAT) and AV amplifiers with digital inputs, this unit can convert Dolby Digital and MPEG audio to PCM. See also "Digital Audio".

Progressive Scan (480p)

A type of display that does not split each frame into fields, and instead scans directly through all the scan lines of each frame in order. Progressive scan provides less flickering and higher image resolution than traditional (480i) TV signals. Refer to page 78 for instructions on selective progressive scan mode.

Region Code

Regions associate discs and players with particular areas of the world. This unit will only play back discs that have compatible region codes. You can find the region code of your unit by looking on the rear panel. Some discs are compatible with more than one region (or all regions).

Sampling Frequency

The rate at which sound is measured by a specified interval to turn into digital audio data. The number of samples in one second defines the sampling frequency. The higher the rate, the better the sound quality.

S-Video Output

It delivers independently each signal of color (C) and luminance (Y) to TV as video signals, so that higher-quality picture will be gained.

Title (DVD only)

A collection of chapters on DVD. See also "Chapter".

Track

Audio CD use tracks to divide up the content of a disc. The DVD equivalent is called a chapter. See also "Chapter."

Video mode

Video mode is the same recording format as used on the DVD videos you purchase in local shops. You can play back the discs recorded in this format in most DVD players, however it offers only limited editing. You will need to finalize discs recorded in video mode before playing them back on other units.

VR mode

A basic recording format for DVD-RW. VR mode offers advanced editing, however it is playable only on VR mode compatible unit. Finalization is recommended before playing them back on other units.

SPECIFICATIONS

General

VCR video heads	Four heads
Power requirements	120V AC, 60Hz
Power consumption	30W (standby: 3.8W)
Dimensions (width x height x depth)	17.2 x 4.0 x 10.3 inches (435 x 99.5 x 260mm)
Weight	9.33 lbs. (4.23kg)
Operating temperature	41°F (5°C) to 104°F (40°C)
Operating humidity	Less than 80% (no cond ensation)

Recording

Recording format	-VR (video recording) format, Video format
Recording discs	DVD-Rewritable, DVD-Recordable
Video recording format
Sampling frequency	13.5 MHz
Compression format	MPEG
Audio recording format
Sampling frequency	48 kHz
Compression format	Dolby Digital

Terminals

Front	Audio inputRCA jack x 2	2V rms (input impedance: more than 22kΩ)
	Video inputRCA jack x 1	1Vp-p (75Ω)
	S-video inputMini DIN 4-pin x 1	Y: 1Vp-p (75Ω)	C: 286mV (75Ω)
Rear	Audio inputRCA jack x 2	2V rms (input impedance: more than 22kΩ)
	Audio outputRCA jack x4	2V rms (output impedance: more than 1kΩ)
	Video inputRCA jack x 1	1Vp-p (75Ω)
	Video outputRCA jack x 1	1Vp-p (75Ω)
	S-video inputMini DIN 4-pin x 1	Y: 1Vp-p (75Ω)	C: 286mV (75Ω)
	S-video outputMini DIN 4-pin x 1	Y: 1Vp-p (75Ω)	C: 286mV (75Ω)
	Component video outRCA jack x3	Y: 1Vp-p (75Ω)	PE/C B 700mVp-p (75Ω)	PH/CK: 700mVp-p (75Ω)
	Coaxial digital audio outRCA jack x 1	500mVp-p (75Ω)
	HDMI outputHDMI jack x 1

Note

- The specifications and design of this product are subject to change without notice.

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FUNAI CORP. will repair this product, free of charge in the USA in the event of defect in materials or workmanship as follows:

DURATION:

PARTS: FUNAI CORP. will provide parts to replace defective parts without charge for one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase. Certain parts are excluded from this warranty.

LABOR: FUNAI CORP. will provide the labor without charge for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase.

Note: Any product sold and identified as refurbished or renewed carries a ninety (90) days labor and parts limited warranty.

LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:

THIS WARRANTY IS EXTENDED ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER. A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED TOGETHER WITH THE PRODUCT TO OBTAIN SERVICE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.

This warranty shall not be extended to any other person or transferee.

This warranty is void and of no effect if any serial numbers on the product are altered, replaced, defaced, missing or if service was attempted by an unauthorized service center. This limited warranty does not apply to any product not purchased and used in the United States.

This warranty only covers failures due to defects in material or workmanship which occur during normal use. It does not cover damage which occurs in shipment, or failures which are caused by repairs, alterations or products not supplied by FUNAI CORP., or damage which results from accident, misuse, abuse, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, improper maintenance, commercial use such as hotel, rental or office use of this product, or damage which results from fire, flood, lightning or other acts of God.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER PACKING MATERIALS, ANY ACCESSORIES (EXCEPT REMOTE CONTROL), ANY COSMETIC PARTS, COMPLETE ASSEMBLY PARTS, DEMO OR FLOOR MODELS.

FUNAI CORP. AND ITS REPRESENTATIVES OR AGENTS SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY GENERAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR OCCASIONED BY THE USE OF OR THE INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND OF ALL OTHER LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF FUNAI. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY FUNAI AND ITS REPRESENTATIVES IN THE UNITED STATES.

ALL WARRANTY INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER. THIS WARRANTY IS ONLY VALID WHEN THE UNIT IS CARRIED-IN TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.

THE PRODUCT MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE RECEIPT. IF NO PROOF OF PURCHASE IS ATTACHED, THE WARRANTY WILL NOT BE HONORED AND REPAIR COSTS WILL BE CHARGED.

IMPORTANT:

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. IF AT ANY TIME DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, YOU ARE UNABLE TO OBTAIN SATISFACTION WITH THE REPAIR OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE CONTACT FUNAI CORP.

ATTENTION:

FUNAI CORP. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY ANY DESIGN OF THIS PRODUCT WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. WARRANTY STATEMENT REGARDING NON-AUTHORIZED REPAIRS:

To obtain warranty service, you must take the product, or deliver the product freight prepaid, in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection, to any AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER. FUNAI CORP. will not reimburse you for any service done by unauthorized service providers without prior written approval.

To locate your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER or for general service inquiries, please contact us at:

FUNAI SERVICE CORPORATION

Tel: 1-877-39-Funai (1-877-393-8624)

www.funaiamerica.com

2200 Spiegel Drive, Groveport, OH 43125