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DVD recorder G Approx price: 100

CyberHome DVR 1600

Fact file
I MP3 playback I Five quality levels I Analogue tuner I RGB Scart output I JPEG viewing

Details

FEATURES
Recording formats: DVD+R/RW Recording modes: 5 Max. recording time: 5.5 hour Non-linear editing: No TV tuner: Analogue Timer: 16-event/one month Guide Plus/Video Plus: No/No Set-top box control: No Dimensions: 350(w) x 55(h) x 230(d)mm Weight: 2.9kg Other features: JPEG & MP3 playback

DISC PLAYBACK

DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, DVD+R (Dual Layer), DVD+RW, Dual Disc (CD & DVD sides), CD, CD-R, CD-RW, VCD, SVCD, MP3

SOCKETS

Front: DV input; stereo analogue input; composite video input Rear: RGB Scart output; Scart input; electrical digital output: stereo analogue output; S-video output; composite video output

CONTACT

www.cyberhome-europe.de

TEST DATA

For a full explanation of test data, please see page 118
Recording Test Reading Chroma AM 57.6dB Chroma PM -56.3dB Frequency response: HQ @ 4MHz 0dB SP @ 4MHz 0dB LP @ 2MHz -2.6dB EP @ 2MHz -2.6dB SLP @ 2MHz -3.4dB
Rating Very good Good Excellent Excellent Average Average Poor
erman electronics company CyberHome has built a solid reputation for itself in the UK for producing very affordable DVD players that also have a touch of flair about them.Its no real surprise then that at under 100 the DVR 1600 is not only one of the cheapest DVD recorders on the market,but its also one of the smallest. The DVR 1600 is of the +R/RW school of DVD recording, although it can also playback -R/RW discs as well as CD-R/RWs loaded with MP3 or WMA files, JPEGs for image viewing, and Kodak Picture CDs. Theres no sign of high-resolution audio, but what can you expect for this price? Useful though the exposed connections on the front are particularly the DV input for connecting a camcorder theres no real reason why they should constantly be on display. Around the back connections are pretty basic.With a brace of Scarts, S-video, composite video, an electrical digital audio output and a pair of stereo jacks.The main issue here is that theres no sign of an RGB Scart input.This is a real drag if you are planning on recording directly off your Sky box, as you are limited to the quality of S-video for the transfer.This isnt something that bodes well for the recording part of this test later rubbish in, rubbish out is the maxim for recording. The menu system is pretty good. The first time you turn the DVR 1600 on and connect it you are walked through a series of steps to get you up and running as soon as possible, including setting up the internal analogue TV tuner.

performance

Recording on this machine is just as it should be a doddle. Its easy to
make your first recording, but then there are lots of more advanced options should you need them. For starters there are five levels of recording available, the lowest of which allows you up to 5.5 hours on a single DVD-R.Theres also a useful automatic switch off recording mode, which allows you to record for a set number of minutes by simply pressing the record button repeatedly. Unfortunately, this only allows you to record for 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Not enough for most films and certainly not very useful if you want to record a live football match while you pop down the pub. The trouble is that recording on this machine is a double-edged sword. Using the internal tuner you are rewarded with impressive reproductions of the original footage.At least you are at the three highest recording levels where results have good colour reproduction and plenty of detail although if you are recording fast moving sport such as football, then wed only really recommend the top two levels. However, taking a source from somewhere else such as Sky produces less impressive results.The drop down in quality caused by having to enter the 1600 at a poorer quality level degrades programs such as 24 to an incredible degree, and induces lots of digital blocking and loss of contrast and detail.This is a real shame, as the inclusion of an RGB Scart could have made the DVR 1600 a nice little recorder. With playback of pre-recorded discs, the DVR 1600 does pretty well considering that its a very cheap recorder.The Californian backdrop to Sideways is delivered with plenty of detail, and sonically the electrical digital output has no problems feeding a surround sound receiver.Also, as this budget

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PHILIPS DVD615 Philips latest and the most affordable DVD recorder weve seen. Reviewed: Mar 05 recorder is likely to be used just plugged directly into a TV, the stereo analogue outputs also performed pretty well, although it has to be said its no CD player! If a budget recorder is top of your shopping list then the DVR 1600 is worth having a look at,but if you are a Sky fanatic that values image quality, then youre better off looking elsewhere I Shaun Marin

Ratings

WHATS GOOD

Price; size; convenience

WHATS BAD
No RGB Scart input; average recording performance
Picture Sound Features Ease of use Value
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OVERALL VERDICT

A decent budget recorder with limitations that will annoy once the honeymoon periods over
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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL FOR SERVICING. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND ONLY USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

Safety Instructions

! Read these instructions - When using this unit, basic precautions outlined in this section should always be followed. ! Keep these instructions - Retain this user manual for future reference. ! Heed all warnings - Follow all warning labels on the product, and the safety instructions in this manual. ! Follow all instructions - Adhere to the instructions outlined in this manual and on the unit. ! Clean only with a dry cloth - Unplug the unit before cleaning. Do not use any liquid or detergents for cleaning. ! Do not block any ventilation opening. Install in accordance with the manufacture's instructions. ! Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. ! Do not defect the safety purpose of the polarized plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. The wide blade is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. ! Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. ! Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer. ! The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. ! Do not put foreign objects in the disc tray. ! Keep away from water and magnets. ! Keep the unit away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc. If liquids are spilled into the unit, serious damage could occur.
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Features

The DVR 1600 DVD Recorder with Progressive Scan Video Out Recording Features
! Live and Timer Recording Functions. ! Multiple Recording Modes, HQ, SP, LP, EP, EP+, SLP. ! Up to 8 Hours Recording on one DVD+R/RW Disc. ! On-Screen Disc Title Navigator gives you quick, easy access to your Recordings. ! Built-In TV Tuner. ! Front and Rear A/V Inputs. ! DV Input and Camcorder control. ! Delete/Rename Titles. ! Auto-Insert Chapter Markers. ! Your recordings are playable on most DVD Players.

Introduction

Playback Features
! Plays DVD, SVCD/VCD, MPG, JPG, Audio CD Formats. ! Fast Forward / Reverse. ! Slow Motion Playback, Frame-by-Frame Stepping. ! Repeat Playback (Chapter/Title/Disc & A-B). ! Restrict playback by Ratings, User Defined Password, Password Change. ! MP3 Player ! JPG Slideshows with Thumbnail preview. ! Zoom to x4 with Panning.
Checking the Package Contents
In addition to the DVD Recorder, your package should contain the following accessories. Check the contents of the package carefully, as some items may be located under the packing foam.

Accessories

Remote control with battery A/V cable (Video, Stereo Audio) Power cord RF Cable for TV This operation manual and warranty information

Quick Startup Guide

Page 1

DISPLAY

OPEN/CLOSE

MENU PBC

BOOKMARK

SUBTITLE

PLAY/PAUSE

CH ENTER CH

REPEAT

RETURN

CM SKIP

SOURCE EDIT

SCHEDULE

Notes on Copyright

Legal Notices Regarding Macrovisions Property Rights U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; and 6,516,132. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. Patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Copyrights

Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 525 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the 'Standard Definition' output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 525p DVD player, please contact our customer service center.

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions. 2
Contents Viewing JPG / Play MP3
Playback Interface. 16 Inserting a JPG Disc. 16 Inserting a MP3 Disc. 16

Notes on Copyright. 3

Recording
Recording to DVD Discs. 17 Recording Connections. 17 Controlling a DV Camcorder. 18 Recording TV Programs. 18 Recording Basics - Stop/Pause/Resume. 18 Recording Features - CM Skip/Timed. 18 Recording Finishing a Recorded Disc. 18 Recording Display. 18 Title Menu - Playback Title/Chapter. 19 Title Menu - Editing Name. 19 Title Menu - Delete Title. 19 Title Menu - Erase Disc. 19 Title Menu - Rename Disc Label. 19 Using the On-Screen Keyboard. 20 Scheduled Timer Recordings. 20 Saving and Editing Schedules. 21 Editing and Deleting Schedules. 21

VIDEO - Glows during playback of a DVD Video. 6 DVD R W - Displays the respective recordable disc format, +R or +RW. 7 PHOTO - Glows during display of JPG files. 8 RECORD - Displays when actively recording.

Front Panel

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO IN

DISC TRAY - Loads DVD+R/RW, DVD, CD-R/RW, VCD/SVCD, MP3, JPG and other optical discs. FRONT DISPLAY - The front Vacuum Flourescent Display shows information about the unit's operation, such as current chapter and elapsed time during playback. OPEN/CLOSE - Press to open or close the disc tray. PLAY/PAUSE - Begins playback of a disc, chapter or track. Press again during playback to pause, and again to resume playback. RECORD - Begins a Live Recording. ON / STANDBY - Turns the unit on and sends the
unit to standby mode. In standby mode, the unit will use a minute amount of power to enable power-on by the remote control. DV IN - Front DV Input for recording. To select, use the SOURCE key and select DV IN. LEFT/RIGHT AUDIO IN 2 - Front Stereo Audio Inputs for recording. These inputs are shared with the VIDEO IN 2 input. COMPOSITE VIDEO IN 2 - Front Composite Video Input for recording. To select, use the SOURCE key and select VIDEO IN 2. AV Inputs.

Back Panel

~100-230V AC IN

INPUT 1

AUDIO OUTPUT

VIDEO OUTPUT

POWER CORD SOCKET - Plug the matching end of the power cord into the unit before connecting the other end to the wall socket. ANTENNA IN / OUT - For Antenna or Cable TV connection. Passthrough connection to TV does not transfer the output signal from the DVD Recorder. VIDEO INPUT 1 - Composite Video input for recording. To select this input, use the SOURCE button and choose VIDEO IN 1. STEREO AUDIO OUTPUT - Connect to TVs or other audio equipment supporting Stereo Audio in. COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT - Standard Video Output supported by most TVs. S-VIDEO INPUT - S-VIDEO input for recording. To select this input, press SOURCE and choose SVIDEO IN.
STEREO AUDIO INPUTS - Use with S-VIDEO IN 1 or VIDEO IN 1 for recording. 8 COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT - Use a special Coaxial Digital Cable to send the raw coded digital signal to devices supporting digital decoding. 9 S-VIDEO OUTPUT - Connect to TVs with SVIDEO in for better picture quality than standard composite video. 10 COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUTPUT - Use this output with TVs supporting Component Video or Progressive Scan input for best video quality. Select the PROGRESSIVE SCAN MODE in the Recorder's SETUP MENU for P-SCAN TVs.

Typical Connection to TV

Your new recorder comes with composite video (A/V) cable for connection to TVs with a standard video input as shown below. On most TVs, this connector is colored yellow, and is normally accompanied by stereo audio inputs, colored red and white for stereo channels right and left, respectively.

Audio Output

This unit features a variety of audio line outputs for connection to a receiver or other audio equipment. Use the included A/V cable to connect the stereo audio outputs for connection to a TV or stereo receiver. A COAXIAL digital audio output is able to send an encoded digital bitstream, suitable for receivers with Dolby or DTS decoding capability. These outputs require special cables (not included).
First, obtain a special audio cable. Connect the analog stereo output from the unit to the corresponding input on your stereo amplifier or receiver.
Stereo audio amplifier or receiver
AUDIO CABLE ( NOT INCLUDED )
You can connect the coaxial output from the recorder to the coaxial digital input on an AV amplifier or receiver.

Digital Input - Coaxial

COAXIAL CABLE ( NOT INCLUDED )

Powering Up

Plugging In and Power On

Auto Scanning Channels

This is the easiest way to fill your channel list with those channels available in your area. The unit scans for channels automatically. When complete, press SETUP to return to the TUNER SETUP menu.
Plug the DVD player's electrical plug into a wall socket or power strip. Press the STANDBY / ON button on the front panel, or the POWER button on the remote control to turn the DVD recorder on. When the DVD player's splash screen appears on your TV, you're ready to go!
Press ENTER to bring up the menu to select your connection type (Antenna or Cable), use the ARROW keys to select and press ENTER. The unit scans for channels automatically. When complete, press RETURN to exit the TUNER SETUP menu.

Channel Setup

Time and Date Settings
The recorder uses the Time and Date values to determine when to begin and end Scheduled Recordings.
Once your Antenna or Cable TV input is connected to the connector on the back of the unit, you can setup the recorder's built-in TV Tuner by auto-scanning for available channels and then adding or deleting the channels you choose.
Press SETUP to enter the SETUP MENU. Use the 5 /6 keys to select GENERAL, press ENTER. Use the 5 /6 keys to select CLOCK, press ENTER. To edit a field, press ENTER. Use the 5 /6 keys to increase or decrease the value of the field. To exit a field, press ENTER. Press RETURN to exit the CLOCK SETTINGS MENU.
Press SETUP to enter the SETUP MENU. Select the TV CHANNEL menu with the 5 /6 keys and press ENTER. You can press RETURN repeatedly to exit the SETUP MENU at any time.

Restore Defaults

Choose this option to clear the channel list of all your previous changes.

Switching to TV Mode

Once you have configured your channels, you can begin using the recorder's built-in TV TUNER for Recording or simply watching your favorite programs.

Fast Forward / Reverse Scanning
You can scan through DVDs, VCDs and other discs in forward or reverse direction. Fast forward/reverse scanning will only work during disc playback. Forward/Reverse 1 To use the Fast press the or function with the remote control, key repeatedly to cycle through all speeds in the desired direction. To resume normal playback, press the PLAY key.
With SVCD discs, press PBC (Playback Control), to enable or disable the PBC function. The PBC function enables a MENU on SVCD discs that support this feature. Select the corresponding number for the Chapter you wish to play with the NUMBER keys.

Slow Motion Playback

This unit supports slow motion playback in the forward direction at three speeds.
1 Duringaplayback, press the SLOW key repeatedly to select slow motion speed or to resume normal
Skipping to the Next / Previous Chapter
You can advance or skip back through the chapters or tracks on DVD discs, Audio CDs and other discs with the : NEXT and PREVIOUS buttons on the remote or front panel.
Frame-By-Frame Step Playback
You can freeze playback on a single frame and then step forward one frame at a time.
SKIP NEXT - To advance to the next chapter or track, press : on the remote control or front panel. SKIP PREVIOUS - Press on the remote control or front panel to skip back to the previous track.
Press the ; key to freeze playback. Press the : key to advance one frame. Repeat to continue stepping through the movie frame by frame. Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

Muting the Sound

button on the remote 1 Press the MUTE signal at any time. to temporarily cancel the audio 2 Press MUTE again to resume normal audio.
Advanced Playback Functions

ZOOM Playback

Use the ZOOM function to magnify or shrink the image on screen during playback or when paused.

Playback Subtitles

Most DVD discs include at least one subtitle track in one language. Subtitles are useful viewing movies in a foreign language or for hearing-impaired viewers.
Press the ZOOM key repeatedly to choose a magnification level. When the ZOOM function is first activated, directional arrows will appear on screen. During this time, you can use the 5 /6 and 3 /4 keys on the remote control to move around the image in order to view the area that is currently off screen. When the arrows disappear from the screen, this function will no longer work. Press the ZOOM key repeatedly to choose ZOOM OFF to return to normal viewing.

Subtitle

During playback, press the SUBTITLE button to access the SUBTITLE MENU.
English French Spanish Off
/6 keys 2 Use the 5language to select an available and press ENTER. In this example, we have chosen Spanish subtitles. the 3 To turn off Subtitles, pressthe SUBTITLE key to access

CM (Commercial) Skip

The CM SKIP key lets you jump forward at 30-second intervals.
Subtitle Menu. Use the 6 key to select OFF, then press ENTER.
1 During playback, press the CM SKIP key to jump forward at 30-second intervals.

Multi-Angle Function

Some DVD discs are recorded with multiple viewing angles for certain scenes. When you are viewing a disc that supports this feature, you can choose among the available angles on the disc with the ANGLE key. multi-angle will display an indicator, 1 Most discs withthat alerts the viewer that multiple or angle mark, angles are available for the current scene. When this mark appears on-screen, press the ANGLE button to select an angle to view.
Displaying Playback Session Information
When playing a DVD or Video CD you can display the current title, chapter/track, elapsed playback time and other useful information with the DISPLAY key.
During playback, press the DISPLAY key to view available information.
DVD Feb 12, 2004 - 01:30PM
3 Title : 01/Chap : 03/28 8
Title : 00: 21:38 / 01:48:08

4 Dolby 2 ch English 6 7

Changing the Audio Track
Most DVD discs are recorded with multiple audio tracks. These can contain multiple languages and different audio formats, such as 5.1Channel, 2 Channel and other languages.

English

Dolby 6CH Eng Dolby 2CH Eng Dolby 2CH Span
The type of video or file format displayed. Also displays the Date and Time of the unit. Playback action icon designating current status: Play, Pause, Fast Forward, etc. Title Number or File Name currently being displayed. Also displays total number of Titles on the disc. Audio Track selected. Chapter currently being played. Also displays chapters available. Subtitle Language currently selected. Angle selected and available angles on the disc. Current playback and time remaining on the Title. Press DISPLAY again to exit the menu.
1 During playback, press the AUDIO button to access the AUDIO MENU. 2 Use the 5 /6 keys to select an audio track and press ENTER to confirm. 3 Press AUDIO to exit the AUDIO MENU.
Jumping, Repeat Playback and Bookmark
Jumping to a Chapter or Time Point
The GOTO function provides a convenient way to navigate DVD, Audio CD and other discs by allowing you to select the Title, Chapter/Track or Time to jump to.

Bookmark

The BOOKMARK feature is used to mark a point on the disc to come back to later. Press the PAUSE key to pause playback point in which you wish to add a bookmark before accessing the Bookmark Menu.
1 During playback, press the GOTO key to bring up the GOTO MENU.

Titles Chapters

01 //33
Use the 3 /4 keys to choose Titles or Chapters. Use the 5 /6 or the NUMBER keys to select a Chapter or Title to jump to. Use C key to clear any unwanted inputs. Press the ENTER key to confirm.
Press the ENTER key to create a Bookmark location. This location is created by a time stamp. To create another BOOKMARK, use the 5 /6 keys to navigate to the next available BOOKMARK location and press the ENTER key again.
0 : 8 : 18 _:_:_ _:_:_ _:_:_ _:_:_ Clear All ENTER - Add/Play C - Clear
To jump to a time on the disc, press 4 to select the Time field. Use the 3 /4 or NUMBER keys to enter the time. Use the 5 /6 keys to move between to each desired time fields, then press ENTER to confirm your selection.

Titles Chapters Time

00 :17:48
More controls can be accessed by using the 5 /6 keys to navigate the menu. Select CLEAR ALL to remove all saved bookmarks. Use the ENTER key to begin playback of your selection. Use the C key to clear any unwanted individual bookmarks.

About the Screen Saver

Repeating a Disc, Title or Chapter
To repeat a segment of a disc, use the REPEAT 1/ALL key. On DVDs, you can repeat a Title or Chapter. On VCDs, chapter and disc repeat is supported, but PBC must be disabled first (Press the PBC key). Audio CDs also allow repeat of tracks or the entire disc.
When there is no activity or disc playback remains paused for a period of about 5 minutes, the Screen Saver will load, protecting the television from screen burn, which could occur if an unusually bright image is displayed on-screen for an extended period of time.
Press REPEAT 1/ALL during disc playback to set the Repeat Mode. To return to normal playback, press REPEAT 1/ALL until the REPEAT OFF icon appears onscreen signifying that repeat play is cancelled.
Repeating a Segment You Define
The REPEAT A-B key lets you define your own segments to repeat.
1 During playback, when you reach the start of the Asegment you want to repeat, press the REPEAT
B button. An icon, REPEAT A, is displayed onscreen, letting you know that the segment start point has been saved.
When you reach the end of the segment you want to repeat, press the REPEAT A-B button again. The REPEAT A-B icon is now displayed on-screen. The segment will now begin repeating. To cancel repeat and resume normal playback, press REPEAT A-B again. The repeat icon onscreen changes to REPEAT OFF.

Viewing JPG / Play Mp3

On-screen Player
This unit can play an audio CD, JPG and Mp3 file on a disc. A handy on-screen player will appear automatically.
MP3 / WMA disc SONG_ONE.MP3

SONG_ONE.MP3

Total: Play mode:

00:56 / 04:28

5 tracks Normal
The file format. The display bar for the file list. Displays up to 10 music files at one time. Use the 5 /6 keys to navigate this list. Use the 3 /4 keys to navigate the Action Menu.
SONG_TWO.MP3 SONG_THREE.MP3 SONG_FOUR.MP3 SONG_FIVE.MP3
5 Displays current and Action Menu functions. 6

Type All

Displays Total number of music tracks, Percentage of files played and Current Playback Function icon.
7 Displays the currently playing file selected play mode. 8
Progress bar and total time of the file.

Action Menu Icons

Press ENTER on any file to start the ACTION MENU. PLAY - Begin playback of a file. TYPE - Select the desired file type to be listed on-screen. Choose from picture, music or all. PLAY MODE - Select from available playback modes including Shuffle, Repeat, Normal and more. THUMBNAIL PLAY - Begin thumbnail display playback mode. FOLDER MODE - Switches the FILE DISPLAY MODE to display the folders on a disc. (This option appears only in SPLIT MODE.
JPG Images & Slideshows

Inserting a JPG Disc

MP3 file playback

Inserting a MP3 Disc

The above screen displaying the files on the disc will automatically begin. Please see above. To display a JPG file, use the 5 /6 keys to select a file then press ENTER or PLAY to display a file. To begin a JPG SLIDE SHOW with the image you have selected, use the 4 key and select the MODE icon and press ENTER. From the available menu options, select a playback mode. SLIDE SHOW play mode options include, shuffle, play all, etc. Press the MENU or STOP key to exit the slideshow and return to the on-screen player. During playback of JPG files, you can use the 5 /6 and 3 /4 keys to rotate either clockwise or counterclockwise.
The disc will automatically begin playback of tracks beginning with the first one. Use the 5 /6 keys to select tracks you wish to playback, then press PLAY to begin playback. Use the 3 /4 keys to navigate the Action menu items to select other playback features as listed above.

been NEW 2 Before any schedules havescreenentered, the by SCHEDULE RECORDING will appear default.
New Scheduled Recording Start Time: End Time: Source: Recurrence: Quality: 08:00 PM 09:00 PM Tuner Once SP(2 Hours) Add Cancel 03/05/05 03/05/05 36
Use the 5 /6 and 3 /4 keys - Simply use the directional arrow keys to move to the character you wish to insert and then press ENTER.
Scheduled Timer Recordings
Setting Beginning and Ending Times
No. Starting time 03/05/05 - 08:30AM Wed - 10:30AM Length 01:30 01:00

28 Feb 2006 - 08:00PM

Source 1 Svideo Status Ready Ready
By default, the START and END times are set to the current time and one hour later, respectively. The START and END dates are set to the current date.
change a the 5 /To/4 keys totime or date field, useTo select aand navigate the screen. field 3 to change, press ENTER.

08:00 PM

10's or 1's 3 With Time fields, select the 10 minutesdigit1to change, with increments of or minute, respectively.
Use the 5 /6 keys to select the entry you wish to edit. Use the3 /4 keys to select the EDIT RECORDING icon and press ENTER.
Edit the schedule's settings with the same procedure outlined earlier for new recordings. Exit the Schedule Screen at any time by pressing SCHEDULE.

08:05 PM

Press ENTER to save your changes and exit edit mode for the current field. Next, select an input source or TV channel to record from with the 3 /4 keys. For TV channels, use the number keys to specify your selection.
Suspending / Activating a Schedule
Temporarily suspend a recording schedule and then enable it again with the Schedule Screen's Action Menu.

Video 1

The Recurrence setting indicates when the scheduled recording will take place or repeat. ONCE (No Repeat) - One time recording, specify a Time, Date, etc. This event is deleted after the recording DAILY - The recording is repeated every day and the date setting is ignored. WEEKLY - The recording is repeated once each week on the day specified in the START and END times.
1 Press SCHEDULE to access the Schedule Menu. keys 2 Use the 5or/6activate.to select the entry you wish to suspend If you selected currently 3 thethe scheduleicon is shown.isUse the 3 /enabled,to SUSPEND 4 keys
select it and press ENTER to disable the schedule. Notice the icon to the left of the schedule number. The STATUS will also change to SUSPEND.
2 03.06.05 - 08:30PM 01:30 VIDEO 1 Suspend
Select a Recurrence option with the 3 /4 keys.

Setting the Quality Mode

Specify the Recording Quality mode you wish to use for the recording with the 3 /4 keys.
To activate a suspended event, select this icon with the 3 /4 keys and press ENTER.

return to a previous level and the SETUP key to exit altogether.

Default DVD Subtitles

SUBTITLES Default setting: OFF Sets the default subtitle language used by DVDs. For example, if a DVD disc supports multiple subtitle languages, such as Spanish and English, and this setting is set to SPANISH, then Spanish subtitles will be displayed by default. The DVD must support the language selected for this setting to work. Choices are: ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH and OFF.
Depending upon the disc, some Setup Menu selections are not available.
Setup Menu General - Rating
Parental Rating Password : Level : Change Password : Press RETURN to exit

8. Adult

Move to the Rating field with the 6 key. Use the 3 /4 keys to select a Rating Level. Use the 6 key to move to OK and press ENTER.
Defining and Changing the Password
You can setup your own USER PASSWORD to use in addition to the built-in FACTORY PASSWORD, and then change this value at any time. This is useful to give another party temporary access to the parental control settings.
Change Password Old password: New password: Confirm password: Ok Cancel

Parental Options

Default setting: 8. ADULT Your DVD Player features a Parental Control option. By default, this option is set to the ADULT level, which will allow play of all discs. Available options include:

Rating

1. Kid Safe 2. G 3. PG 4. PG-13

Description

Suitable for all audiences. Suitable for general audiences. Parental guidance suggested. Parental guidance suggested, unsuitable for children under 13. Parental Guidance Recommended - implications or very brief discreet language or situations. Restricted, violence, adult language and situation unsuitable for young viewers. Adult theme or content, not suitable for children under 17. Adult themes, language and nudity.
The first time you define a user password, enter the factory password, 3351, in the OLD PASSWORD field - the factory password is not changed. After you have defined a user password, you would enter that value in this field. *If you forget the value of your user password later, you can always use the factory password to change the value. Move to the NEW PASSWORD with the 6 key. Use the NUMBER keys to enter your new user password using a maximum of 4 digits. Move to the CONFIRM PASSWORD with the 6 key. Use the NUMBER keys to enter your new user password using a maximum of 4 digits. Use the 6 key to move to OK and press ENTER.

Use the 3 /4 keys to select an option. Press SETUP to exit the AUDIO MENU.

Dynamic Range Control

Default setting: OFF Dynamic Range Control, also called Midnight Mode reduces the variations between loud and soft sounds in DVD movies. This lets you turn the volume up to hear softer sounds and dialog, and not worry about extremely loud scenes disturbing others.
Press SETUP to exit the VIDEO MENU.

Output

Default setting: S-Video Your DVD Player will work with televisions supporting various video inputs including composite, S-Video, component and Progressive Scan.
When using the composite or S-Video connection, select S-Video. If you plan to use the component connection, use the4 key to change the output to Component. Press SETUP to exit the VIDEO MENU.
Use the 3 /4 keys to select OFF or ON. Press SETUP to exit the AUDIO MENU.
Setup Menu TV Channel Setup
AUTO SCAN automatically scans for available channels. The unit saves those channels received at sufficient signal strength. This subject was discussed earlier. Further topics include skipping/showing channels.

HELP Menu

Set Channels
Here is where you can customize your channel list by SKIPPING or SHOWING any channel you choose.

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1) Connect your Antenna or Cable TV.
Select the TV CHANNEL option from the SETUP MENU and press ENTER. You will see a list of all possible channels. The SKIPPED icon to the right of a channel means it was not detected during the AUTO SCAN.
Channel 34 Channel 35 Channel 36 Channel 37 Channel 38
Use channel up/down to select different keyboard

Help Topic

You can use this friendly feature to easily access stepby-step instructions and other helpful information on various subjects related to your unit.
Use the 5 /6 keys to select a channel you wish to SKIP and press ENTER. The SKIPPED icon appears to the right of the channel, letting you know that it will no longer be accessible when you scan through the channels with the 5 /6 keys while watching TV. You can, however, select any channel directly with the NUMBER keys.
Press SETUP, and use the 5 /6 keys to select HELP and press ENTER. Use the 5 /6 keys to select a HELP topic. Use the 3 /4 keys to navigate between the windows and the 5 /6 keys to scroll through content.

A Specific Disc Does Not Play
The Remote Control Does Not Function
There is No Picture on the TV Screen
The Picture Appears Stretched or Squeezed
Live Recording Will Not Start
The Disc Cannot be Erased Recordings Do Not Play on Other DVD Players Timer Recording Does Not Begin as Scheduled

The Disc Doesn't Eject

Distorted Picture when Connected to a VCR or VCR/Combo TV

Disc Types Supported

Playback Recording Media
DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-Video, VCD/SVCD, CD-Audio, CD-R/RW DVD+RW and DVD+R DVD+RW and DVD+R 12cm / 4.7GB, 8cm/1.4 GB Maximum 8 Hours (SLP Mode) NTSC 720x480 NTSC Pause Record, Auto-Insert Chapter, Index Screen Navigator, Multiple Quality Modes Erase Disc, Finalize DVD+R, Delete Title, Edit Volume Label, Rename Title Fast Forward / Reverse, Slow Motion Playback, Repeat Playback (Chapter/Title/Disc & A-B) MP3 Player with custom play list, repeat & shuffle modes JPG Slideshow with Thumbnail preview 10-bit / 9-bit Composite, S-Video, Component (Y, Pb, Pr) 650nm 24-bit / 24-bit 48kHz Sampling - 4Hz to 22kHz / 96kHz Sampling - 4Hz to 44kHz 4Hz to 20kHz >90dB >90dB < 0.001% (W.PEAK)
Diameter / Capacity Recording Time TV Systems Resolution Recording Features Editing Features Playback Modes

DVD Playback

Images & Music DA / AD Converter

Video Performance

Video Outputs Laser DA / AD Converter DVD Linear Sound Audio CD Signal to Noise Ratio Audio Dynamic Range Harmonic Distortion

Audio Performance

Input Connections
S-Video Composite Video Analog Audio (Stereo) DV (Digital Video) Component Video
Mini DIN 4-Pin (75 Ohm) (Rear) One Pin Jack, 1Vp-p (75 Ohm) (Front/Rear) 2.0VRMS (470 Ohm) x2 (Front/Rear) DV IN 1394 Standard Connector (Front) Y - 1.0Vp-p (75 Ohm), Negative Sync / Pb/Pr -.7Vp-p (75 Ohm) Mini DIN 4-Pin (75 Ohm) One Pin Jack, 1Vp-p (75 Ohm) One Pin Jack,.5Vp-p (75 Ohm) 2.0VRMS (470 Ohm) 5 C to 35 C AC 100V~230V, 50/60Hz 45mm x 350mm x 230mm (H x L x D) 4lb 9 oz / 2.07kg

Output Connections

S-Video Composite Video Coaxial Digital Analog Audio (Stereo) Operating Conditions

Physical

Power Supply Dimensions Weight
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