CAUTION: CLASS 2M VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED DO NOT STARE INTO THE BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS. CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owners manual carefully and retain it for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center. Performing controls, adjustments, or carrying out procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.
Introduction.4-9 Symbol Used in this Manual.4 Notes on Discs.4 Recordable and Playable Discs.5 Playable Discs.6 Regional Code.6 Availability of copying or moving feature.6 About the internal hard disk drive.7 Front Panel.8 Remote Control.9 Remote Control Operation.9 Hookup and Settings.10-23 Rear Panel.10 Connecting to the Aerial.10 Connections to Your TV.11 HDMI connection (RH188H, RH199H only).12 Connecting to an Amplifier.13 Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections.14-15 Using the Home Menu.16 Initial Settings.16 General Operation.16 General Settings.16-19 Auto Programming.16 Program Edit.17 Auto Clock Set / Manual Clock Set.18 TV Aspect / Display Mode.18 Progressive Scan (RH188/RH199 only).18 AV2 Connection / Power Save Mode.18 Initialization.19 Language Settings.19 Audio Settings.19 Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG.19 Sampling Frequency.19 DRC (Dynamic Range Control).19 Vocal.19 Lock (Parental Control) Settings.20 Rating / Set Password / Area Code.20 DivX Registration Code.20 Recording Settings.21 Record Mode Set / Record Aspect.21 DV Recording Audio / TV Recording Audio.21 Auto Chapter / AV2 Recording.21 Disc Settings.21-22 Disc Format.21 Finalize / Disc Label.22 Disc Protect / PBC.22 General Explanation of On-Screen Display.23 Playback.24-34 General Playback Features.24-27 Playing a DivX Movie File.28 Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file.29 Program Playback with Audio CD and MP3/WMA file.30 Viewing a JPEG File.31-32
Recording.35-42 About DVD recording.35 About HDD recording.35 Timeshift.36 Basic Recording from a TV.37 Instant Timer Recording.37 Timer Recording.38 Timer Recording with VIDEO Plus+ System.39 Checking Timer Recording Details.40 Recording from an External Input.40 Recording from DV Input.41 Simultaneous recording and playback.42 Playback another title during recording.42 Time Slip.42 Editing.43-50 Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview.43 HDD, VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing.44 Adding Chapter Markers.44 Changing Title Thumbnails.44 Making a New Playlist.45 Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist.45 Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter.46 Deleting a Part.46 Naming a Title.47 Time Search.47 Sort.48 Undoing/Redoing the Last Deletion.48 Combining Two Titles Into One.48 Divide One Titles Into Two.49 Combining Two Chapters Into One.49 Moving a Playlist Chapter.50 Hide a Chapter/Title.50 Protect a Title.50 Dubbing.51-53 Before Dubbing.51 Dubbing from HDD to DVD.52 Dubbing from DVD to HDD.52 One Touch Copy (HDD to DVD).53 One Touch Copy (DVD to HDD).53 Reference.54-59 Additional Information.54 Overwriting Recording.54 Viewing Title List menu displayed on other DVD Recorders or Players.54 Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD Players (Finalizing a Disc).54 Language Codes.55 Area Codes.55 Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote Control.56 Troubleshooting.57-58 Specifications.59

Introduction

Contents
Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX file.33-34
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owners manual carefully and retain for future reference. This manual provides information on the operation and maintenance of your recorder. Should the unit require service, contact an authorized service location.

Notes on Discs

Handling Discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc.

About the

Symbol Display
Storing Discs After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat and never leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight. Cleaning Discs Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.
may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function explained in this owners manual is not available on that specific media.
Symbol Used in this Manual
Note: Indicates special notes and operating features. Tip: Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier. A section whose title has one of the following symbols are applicable only to the disc represented by the symbol. HDD Titles recorded on the HDD DVD ALL All DVD discs listed below. RAM DVD-RAM disc -RWVR DVD-RW with VR recording mode -RWVideo DVD-RW with Video recording mode +RW DVD+RW disc -R DVD-R disc +R DVD+R (DL) disc DVD DVD-Video disc VCD Video CDs ACD Audio CDs DivX DivX files MP3 MP3 files WMA WMA files JPEG JPEG files
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older vinyl records.

Moisture Condensation

Never operate this product immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Leave it for two or three hours without operating it. If you use this product in such a situation, it may damage discs and internal parts.
DVD-RW (Digital Video Disc - ReWritable): DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording. These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc. [VR mode] Recordings can be extensively edited Playable only on VR mode compatible players (after finalization) [Video mode] Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization) Limited editing features DVD-R (Digital Video Disc - Recordable) These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD-R, you cannot record on it or edit it. DVD-R discs can be only formatted to Video mode. Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization) Limited editing features DVD-RAM (DVD - Random Access Memory) DVD-RAM discs can be formatted for VR mode recording. These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc. Playable on DVD-RAM compatible players. Recordings can be extensively edited. Only DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0, 2.1 and 2.2 discs can be used in this unit. You cannot use the cartridge-type DVD-RAM disc in this unit. DVD+RW (Digital Video Disc + ReWritable) These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc. Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalization) The edited contents are playable on DVD+RW compatible players only after finalization Recordings can be edited the title/chapter DVD+R (Digital Video Disc + Recordable) These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD+R, you cannot record on it or edit it any more. Playable on DVD+R compatible players (after finalization) Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R compatible players. (Hide, chapter combine, added chapter mark, etc.) Limited title/chapter editing features. DVD+R DL (Digital Video Disc + Recordable; Double Layer) These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD+R DL, you cannot record on it or edit it any more. Storage space is nearly doubled with double layer DVD+R media, allowing consumers to record up to 8.5GB of video on a single DVD+R disc. Playable on DVD+R DL compatible players (after finalization) Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R DL compatible players. (Hide, chapter combine, added chapter mark, etc.) Limited title/chapter editing features.

Recommended recordable DVD discs
DVD-R Mitsubishi (8x, 16x) Thats (8x, 16x) Verbatim (8x) DVD+R Mitsubishi (8x, 16x) Ricoh (8x, 16x) Verbatim (8x) DVD-RW Mitsubishi (4x) Verbatim (4x) JVC (4x) Victor (4x) Maxell (4x) DVD+RW Mitsubishi (4x) SONY (4x) Imation (4x) Maxell (4x) Ricoh (4x) DVD+R(DL) DVD-RAM Mitsubishi (2.4x, 8x) Fujifilm (2x) Maxell (2.4x) Mitsubishi (3x) Maxell (5x) -
Note: If a DVD-RW/DVD+RW discs is recorded using a personal computer or other DVD recorder, you cannot format the disc using this recorder. So if you want to use the disc on this recorder, you must format the disc using the original recorder.
Recordable and Playable Discs

Playable Discs

DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc) VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchased CD-R/CD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc) CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, DivX, MP3, WMA, or JPEG files.
Notes: Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVDR/RW) disc itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVDR/RW) discs cannot be played on the unit. Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the labeled side or the recorded side) of a disc. Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart-shaped or octagonal). Doing so may result in malfunctions. Depending on the recording software & the finalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW or DVDR/RW) may not be playable. DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD Recorder may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensation on the Recorders lens. If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is recorded in a compatible format, there are cases in which it may not play because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check with the software publisher for more detailed information.) This recorder requires discs and recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are automatically set to these standards. There are many different types of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3 or WMA files) and these require certain preexisting conditions (see above) to ensure compatible playback. Customers should note that permission is required in order to download MP3 / WMA files and music from the Internet. Our company has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the copyright owner.

Regional Code

This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled same as the rear of the unit or ALL. Notes on Regional Codes Most DVD discs have a globe with one or more numbers in it clearly visible on the cover. This number must match your units regional code or the disc cannot play. If you try to play a DVD with a different regional code from the unit, the message Incorrect region code. Cant play back appears on the TV screen.

Availability of copying or moving feature
From HDD DISC To DISC HDD MP3/WMA No Yes JPEG No Yes DivX No Yes Audio CD No No Video CD No No Title*1 Yes Yes
*1 The title is recorded from this unit.
The internal hard disk drive (HDD) is a fragile piece of equipment. Please use the recorder following the guidelines below to protect against possible HDD failure. We recommend that you back up your important recordings onto DVD discs in order to protect against accidental loss. Do not move the recorder while it is on. Install and use the recorder on a stable, level surface. Do not block the rear vent/cooling fan. Do not use the recorder in excessively hot or humid places, or in places that may be subject to sudden changes in temperature. Sudden changes in temperature can cause condensation to form inside the recorder. This can be a cause of HDD failure. While the recorder is switched on, do not unplug from the wall socket or switch the electricity off from the breaker switch. Do not move the recorder immediately after switching it off. If you need to move the recorder, please follow the steps below: 1. After the message POWER OFF is shown in the display, wait at least two minutes. 2. Unplug from the wall socket. 3. Move the recorder. If theres a power failure while the recorder is on there is a chance that some data on the HDD will be lost. The HDD is very delicate. If used improperly or in an unsuitable environment, it is possible that the HDD will fail after a few years of use. Signs of problems include playback unexpectedly freezing and noticeable block noise (mosaic) in the picture. However, sometimes there will be no warning signs of HDD failure. If the HDD fails, no playback of recorded material will be possible. In this case it will be necessary to replace the HDD unit.
About the internal hard disk drive

Front Panel

a b c d e f g h i jk

RH188/RH188H

l m a b c d e f g h n i jk

RH199/RH199H

l m a POWER button Switches the recorder ON or OFF. b Disc Tray Insert a disc here. c Display window Shows the current status of the recorder. T/S: Indicates the timeshifting mode. REC: The recorder is recording. HDD: The recorder is HDD mode. DVD: The recorder is DVD mode. HDD b B DVD: The recorder is dubbing. TV: Indicates when the recorder is in TV tuner mode. : Indicates when the recorder is in timer recording or a timer recording is programmed. : Indicates clock, total playing time, elapsed time, title number, chapter/track number, channel, etc. d OPEN/CLOSE (Z) Opens or closes the disc tray. e HDD/DVD Set the recorders mode to HDD or DVD. f x (STOP) Stops playback or recording. n g N / X (PLAY / PAUSE) Starts playback. Pause playback or recording temporarily, press again to exit pause mode. h z (REC) Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time. i PROG. (V/v) Scans up or down through memorized channels. j TIMESHIFT (RH188, RH199) Activates pause live TV/playback (timeshift) for a live TV program. j RESOLUTION (RH188H, RH199H) Sets the output resolution for HDMI and COMPONENT/ PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks. - HDMI: 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i - COMPONENT: 576p, 576i k Remote Sensor Point the recorder remote control here. l DV IN Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder. m AV IN 4 (S-VIDEO IN) Connect the S-Video output of an external source (TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.). n AV IN 4 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.).

3. Use v / V to select a PR number then press ENTER. 4. Use v / V to select the program option then press ENTER. [Program Edit] Sets the channel manually. See Program Edit on the right. [Station Rename] Changes the station name. The display for entering characters appears. To enter characters, see page 47. Names can be up to 5 characters long. [Move] Sorts the programme positions on the Program List. Press v / V to move the selected programme position to a new location. [Delete] Disables a programme position you do not need. [Decoder On/Off] Sets the channels for the decoder. You need this setting to watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes. Press ENTER so [Decoder] appears on the display. Press ENTER again to turn off the setting. [NICAM Auto/off] Sets the channels for the NICAM broadcast. Normally, [NICAM] is lit on the display. If the sound from NICAM broadcast is not clear, press ENTER so [NICAM] disappears. 5. Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit Program List menu.

Auto Clock Set

When Channel auto search is completed the actual Time and Date are also set automatically. If the time in the recorder display is not correct, the clock must be set manually. 1. Select [Clock set] option then press B. 2. Use v / V to select [Auto] option then press ENTER. Note: There are cases where the TV station does not send, or sends wrong date and/or time information and the recorder sets the incorrect time. If this happens, we recommend that you set the clock manually.
Progressive Scan (RH188/RH199 only)
Progressive Scan Video provides the highest quality pictures with less flickering. If you are using the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks, but are connecting the recorder to a standard (analog) television, set Progressive Scan to [OFF]. If you are using the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks for connection to a TV or monitor that is compatible with a progressive scan signal, set Progressive Scan to [ON]. Note: Progressive Scan will be disable in the setup menu when the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch on the rear panel is set to RGB position. Caution Once the setting for Progressive Scan output is entered, an image will only be visible on a Progressive Scan compatible TV or monitor. If you set Progressive Scan to [ON] in error, you must reset the recorder. First, remove the disc in the recorder. Next, press STOP (x) and hold it for five seconds before releasing it. The video output will be restored to the standard setting, and a picture will once again be visible on a conventional analog TV or monitor.

Camera Angle DVD
If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle during playback. 1. Press DISPLAY during playback. The On-Screen Display appears on the TV screen. 2. Use v / V to select the Angle icon in the OnScreen Display. 3. Use b / B to select a desired angle. The number of the current angle appears on the TV screen. Tip: The ANGLE indicator will blink on the TV screen at scenes recorded at different angles to indicate that angle switching is possible.
To start playing at any chosen time on the disc: 1. Press DISPLAY twice during playback. The time search box shows the elapsed playing time. 2. Press v / V to select the time clock icon and 0:00:00 appears. 3. Input the required start time in hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right. If you enter the wrong numbers, press b / B to move the under bar (_) to the wrong number. Then enter the correct numbers. 4. Press ENTER to confirm. Playback starts from the selected time.

3D Surround -RWVR

-R +R DVD

-RWVideo DivX

PIP (Picture in Picture) HDD
-RWVideo VCD RAM +RW -R +R
This unit can produce a 3D Surround effect, which simulates multi-channel audio playback from two conventional stereo speakers, instead of the five or more speakers normally required to listen to multichannel audio from a home theater system. 1. Press DISPLAY during playback. The On-Screen Display appears on the TV screen. 2. Use v / V to select the Sound icon in the OnScreen Display. 3. Use b / B to select 3D SUR. To turn off the 3D Surround effect, select NORMAL.
This function enables you to view the stored stations in sub picture during playback.
This recorder memorizes the user settings for the last disc that you have viewed. Settings remain in memory even if you remove the disc from the recorder or switch off the recorder. If you load a disc that had its settings memorized, the latest stop position is automatically recalled. Notes: Settings are stored in memory for use any time. This recorder does not memorize settings of a disc if you switch off the recorder before commencing to play it.

If two or more timer programs overlap: The earlier program takes priority. When the earlier program finishes, the later program starts. If two programs are set to start at exactly the same time, the program entered first takes priority. If the disc is damaged, the recording may not complete successfully. In this case even though the Check field shows Rec. OK, it may not be.
Recording from an External Input
Recording from External Components
You can record from an external component, such as a camcorder or VCR, connected to any of the recorders external inputs. 1. Make sure that the component you want to record from is connected properly to the recorder. See page 14-15.
Canceling a Timer Recording
You can clear a timer setting anytime before the recording actually starts. Use v / V to select a program you want to erase on the Timer Recorder List. If you want to erase the program, press CLEAR.
2. Choose a media (TV HDD or TV DVD) to record using HOME menu. (see page 16). 3. Press AV/INPUT repeatedly to select the external input to record from. Tuner: Built-in tuner AV1: EURO AV1 AUDIO VIDEO mounted on back panel AV2: EURO A/V2 DECODER mounted on back panel AV3: AV IN 3 mounted on back panel AV4: AV IN 4 (VIDEO, AUDIO (L/R), S-VIDEO IN) mounted on front panel DV: DV IN mounted on front panel 4. Select the recording mode as necessary by pressing REC MODE repeatedly. (XP, SP, LP, or EP) 5. Press REC (z) once. Recording will start. (The REC indicator lights in the display window.) Recording continues until you press STOP (x) or the disc is full. To record for a fixed length of time, see Instant Timer Recording on page 37. 6. Press STOP (x) to stop recording. Note: If your source is copy-protected using CopyGuard, you will not be able to record it using this recorder. See Copyright on page 51 for more details.
Stopping a Timer Recording in Progress
After a timer recording has started, you can still cancel the program. Press POWER.
Timer Recording Troubleshooting
Even though the timer is set, the recorder will not record when: There is no disc loaded and there is not free space on the HDD. A non-recordable disc is loaded and there is not free space on the HDD. [Disc Protect] option is set to [ON] in the Setup menu and there is not free space on the HDD. (see page 22). Power is turned on. There are already 99 titles (DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RAM), 49 titles (DVD+R, DVD+RW) recorded on the disc and there are already 255 titles recorded on the HDD. You cannot enter a timer program when: A recording is already underway. The time youre trying to set has already passed. There are already 16 timer programs set.

Recording from DV Input

Before DV dubbing
You can connect a DV-equipped camcorder to this recorder using a single DV cable for input and output of audio, video, data and control signals. This recorder is only compatible with DV-format (DVC-SD, DV25) camcorders. Digital satellite tuners and Digital VHS video recorders are not compatible. You cannot connect more than one DV camcorder at a time to this recorder. You cannot control this recorder from external equipment connected via the DV IN jack (including two recorders). It may not always be possible to control the connected camcorder via the DV IN jack. Digital camcorders can usually record audio as stereo 16-bit/48kHz, or twin stereo tracks of 12bit/32kHz. This recorder can only record one stereo audio track. Set [DV Rec Audio] option to [Audio 1] or [Audio 2] as required (see page 21). Audio input to the DV IN jack should be 32 or 48kHz (not 44.1kHz). Picture disturbance on the recording may occur if the source component pauses playback or plays an unrecorded section of tape, or if the power fails in the source component, or the DV cable becomes disconnected.
1. Make sure your digital camcorder is connected to the front panel DV IN jack. See page 15. 2. Select [TV HDD] or [TV DVD] option on the HOME menu then press ENTER. (see page 16). 3. Check that the DV audio input is as you require. You can choose between Audio 1 (original audio) and Audio 2 (overdubbed audio). DV Input is set from the [DV Rec Audio] in sub-menu of the Setup menu. See DV Recording Audio on page 21 for more information. 4. Press AV/INPUT repeatedly to select the DV input. DV appears in the display window and on the TV screen. 5. Find the place on the camcorder tape that you want to the recording to start from. For best results, pause playback at the point from which you want to record. Depending on your camcorder, you can use this recorders remote to control the camcorder using the STOP, PLAY and PAUSE functions. 6. Press REC (z) once to start recording. Recording is automatically stopped if the recorder detects no signal. You can pause or stop the recording by pressing PAUSE/STEP (X) or STOP (x). You cannot control the camcorder from this remote control during recording. In Video mode, the final frame of the recording may remain displayed on screen for a while after recording stops.
Recording from a Digital Camcorder
You can record from a digital camcorder connected to the DV IN jack on the front panel of this recorder. Using the recorders remote, you can control both the camcorder and this recorder. Before recording, make sure that the audio input for the DV IN jack is set up (see page 21). Tips: The source signal must be DVC-SD format. Some camcorders cannot be controlled using this recorders remote. If you connect a second recorder using a DV cable, you cannot control the second DVD from this one. You cannot control this unit remotely from a component connected to the DV IN jack. You cannot record date and time information from a DV cassette.

Troubleshooting

If you cannot get a picture and/or audio through the DV IN jack, check the bullet points: Make sure the DV cable is properly connected. Try switching off the connected equipment then switch back on. Try switching the audio input. Note: Depending on the connected camcorder, you may not be able to control it using the remote control supplied with this recorder.
Simultaneous recording and playback
Playback another title during recording
Playback and recording for both DVD and built in hard disk drive (HDD) are completely independent. For example, you can record to either the DVD or HDD source and play back video from the other source at the same time. 1. Start recording. 2. Press HOME to display the Home Menu screen. 3. Use the v / V / b / B and ENTER buttons to select a different media type that you want to play back. 4. Start Playback. The recording will continue while playing back the media from the other mode. Notes: You cant use simultaneous playback and recording while copying. You cannot edit programs during simultaneous recording and playback.

Time Slip HDD

You can play back the current title in recording simultaneously. 1. Start HDD recording. 2. Press PLAY (N). The playback starts and the recording will continue while playing back. You can use PAUSE (X) and SCAN (m / M) buttons for pause, scan, slow-motion during playback. 3. Press STOP (x). The playback will stop then returns to the current recording position. Notes: Playback cannot be started until 15 seconds after recording starts. This function does not work in DVD recording mode.

Editing

Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview
Using the Title List menu you can edit video content. The editing features available in the Title List menu depend on whether you are editing video on DVD, or the HDD, and whether youre editing Original content, or a Playlist. There are two ways to edit VR mode DVD-RW discs. You can directly edit the Original content of the disc, or you can create and edit a Playlist. The Playlist doesnt actually change any of the content on the disc, but just controls how the content is played back. Editing material recorded on the HDD is similar to editing the Original content of a VR mode DVD-RW, with similar commands for erasing and naming titles, as well as fine control over the content of chapters within titles for DVD disc. Note: During recording, if you display the Title List menu for the HDD, some of the titles may appear with a mark. These titles were recorded with a Line Input setting different to the current setting of the recorder. During recording, these titles cannot be played. 1. Press MENU/LIST to display the Title List menu. Playback should be stopped when you do this. You can also access it using HOME menu, select [MOVIE] option then select [HDD] or [DVD] option and press ENTER. When selecting titles, use the v / V buttons to display the previous/next page if there are more than six titles. If you are editing a VR mode disc, press MENU/LIST to switch between Original and Playlist menu. On the left side of the screen are the menu options. The main part of the screen shows thumbnails of the titles (or chapter) on the DVD or HDD. You can change these thumbnails using the THUMBNAIL buttonsee Changing Title Thumbnails on page 44. Press DISPLAY to display the information of selected title on the Title List menu. After selecting a title or chapter on the Title List or Chapter List menu, then press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the menu. Use v / V to select a option then press ENTER to confirm your selection. 2. To exit the Title List menu, press RETURN (O) repeatedly.

Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist -RWVR RAM
You can add an Original title or chapter to add to a Playlist title even if it is already registered. 1. Choose a title or chapter on the Title List-Original menu or Chapter List-Original menu to put into the Playlist, then press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the screen.
2. Use v / V to select [Playlist Add] from menu options then press ENTER.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 to add additional title or chapter on the Playlist. You can view the added chapters on the Chapter List-Playlist menu.
3. Select [New Playlist] then press ENTER. The new title appears in the updated Playlist. All chapters of the title are added to the Playlist.
5. Press RETURN (O) to exit, or MENU/LIST to go back to the Title List-Original menu.
2. Use v / V to select [Playlist Add] option then press ENTER.
3. Choose a Title List-Playlist that is already registered to insert a title or chapter, then press ENTER.
Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter
When you erase a title or chapter from the Playlist menu, you only remove it from the Playlist; the title/chapter remains in the Original menu. If you choose to delete a title or chapter from the Original (title/chapter) menu, the title or chapter is actually deleted from the disc and the remaining time available for recording increases. Titles/chapters deleted from the Original are also removed from the Playlist. Note: It may not be possible to delete chapters that are less than 5 seconds long. 1. Use b / B / v / V to choose a chapter or title you want to delete on the Title List or Chapter List menu then press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the screen. 2. Select [Delete] option from the options on the menu. Example: Title List (HDD)

Deleting a Part

You can delete a part which you do not want in the title. 1. Use b / B / v / V to choose a title you want to delete on the Title List menu then press ENTER. The options appears on the left side of the menu. 2. Select [Delete Part] option then press ENTER. Edit (Delete Part) menu appears on the TV screen. [Start Point] icon is highlighted. Example: Edit (Delete Part) (HDD)
3. Starts playback and use pause step, search and slow-motion to find the starting point. 4. Press ENTER at the starting point of the section you want to delete. End Point icon is highlighted. The part is indicated on the Progress Bar. 5. Use pause step, search and slow-motion to find the ending point. 6. Press ENTER at the ending point of the section you want to delete. You can cancel the selected point, use v / V to select [Cancel] icon then press ENTER. Tip: With HDD recordings, you can delete additional part. Select [Next Part] icon on the menu then press ENTER, then repeat steps 3-6. 7. If you finish to edit, select [Done] icon then press ENTER. The confirm message for deleting will appear. Use b / B to select [Yes] then press ENTER. The selected part is deleted from the title and Title List menu appears. Note: It may not be possible to delete parts that are less than 3 seconds long.

3. Press ENTER to confirm. The confirm message for deleting will appear. 4. Use b / B to select [Yes] then press ENTER. The selected chapter or title is deleted. After pressing ENTER, the new, updated menu is displayed. 5. Repeat steps 1 - 4 to continue to delete from the menu. 6. Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit the menu. Notes: When DVD+RW recording, the deleted titles name is changed to Deleted Title. If more than two titles are repeatedly deleted, the titles are combined into one. When you are deleting a title or chapter, only the last one on DVD+RW increases remaining recording time.

Naming a Title

You can name Original and Playlist titles independently. Names can be up to 32 characters long. 1. Choose the title you want to name on the Title List menu, then press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the menu. 2. Use v/V to select [Rename (Title Name)] option then press ENTER. Keyboard menu appears.

Time Search

RAM +RW -R

HDD +R

You can select start point of the title. 1. Use b / B / v / V to choose a title on the Title List menu then press ENTER. The options appears on the left side of the menu. 2. Select [Time] option then press ENTER. [Search] menu appears on the TV screen. Example: Title List (HDD)
3. Enter a name for the title. Use b / B / v / V to select a character then press ENTER to confirm your selection. Use MENU/LIST button to change keyboard type. OK: Select to finish. Cancel: Cancels all entered characters. Space: Inserts a space at the cursor position. Delete: Deletes the previous character at the cursor position. b / B: Moves cursor to left or right. Tip: Remote control buttons for entering a name PLAY (N): Inserts a space at the cursor position. X (PAUSE/STEP): Deletes the after character at the cursor position. x (STOP), CLEAR: Deletes the previous character at the cursor position. / >: Moves cursor to left or right. Numbers (0-9): Enters the corresponding character at the cursor position. Tip: You can add the genre only for HDD title name. 4. Choose OK then press ENTER to fix the name and return to the previous menu screen. 5. Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit the menu. Notes: Names can be up to 32 characters long. For discs formatted on a different recorder, you will see only a limited character set. When recording on DVD-R, DVD+R or DVD+RW discs, the entered name is displayed on the DVD player only after finalization.

Current picture

End time

Start time

Selected time

Selected point

3. Use b / B to find the point you want to start. The point increase 1 minute step. If you press and hold b / B then the point increase 5 minute step. 4. Press ENTER to start selected point.

Moving a Playlist Chapter
-RWVR RAM Use this function to re-arrange the playing order of Playlist chapters on the Title List-Playlist menu. Note: This function is not available if there is only one chapter. 1. Select a chapter on the Chapter List-Playlist menu. 2. Press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the menu. 3. Use v / V to select [Move] option from Playlist options then press ENTER.
Tip If you select a hidden chapter or title on the Title List or Chapter List menu, you can show it by choosing [Show] option on the menu. After doing that, you are able to see the chapter or title.

Protect a Title

+RW +R -RWVR RAM Use this function to protect against accidental recording, editing or deleting of the title. 1. Press MENU/LIST to display the Title List menu. 2. Use v V b B to choose a title you want to protect then press ENTER. Options appear on the left side of the screen. 3. Select [Protect] from the options.
4. Use b / B / v / V to choose the place you want to move the chapter to then press ENTER. After pressing ENTER, the updated menu is displayed.
4. Press ENTER to confirm. The lock mark will appears on the titles thumbnail. Tip If you select a title that has already been protected on the Title List menu, you can unprotect it by choosing [Protect] option from the Title List menu options. After doing that, you can edit and delete the title.

Hide a Chapter/Title

You can skip playing chapters or titles without deleting from the disc. 1. Use v V b B to choose a chapter or title you want to hide on the Title List or Chapter List menu, then press ENTER. Options appear on the left side of the screen. 2. Select [Hide] option. Example: Title List (DVD+RW)
3. Press ENTER to confirm. The chapters or titles thumbnail will dim.

Dubbing

Before Dubbing
Use the copying features of this recorder to: Back up important recordings stored on the HDD to a DVD. Make a DVD copy of a recording on the HDD to play in another player. Transfer video from a DVD to the HDD for editing. Transfer edited video from the HDD to DVD. The simplest method of copying is to use the One Touch Copy feature. Using this you can very simply copy the title thats currently playing from HDD to DVD, or the other way around. Note: If the titles length is less than 5 seconds, the dubbing is not available. (from HDD to DVD)
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The TV is not set to receive recorder signal output. The video cable is not connected securely. The connected TV power is turned off. No sound. The equipment connected with the audio cable is not set to receive recorder signal output. The audio cables are not connected securely. The power of the equipment connected with the audio cable is turned off. The audio connecting cord is damaged. The playback picture is poor. The recorder does not start playback. The disc is dirty. No disc is inserted. An unplayable disc is inserted. The disc is placed upside down. The disc is not placed within the guide. The disc is dirty. The Rating level is set. The picture from the external input is distorted Some channels are skipped over when using PR/CH (+/-). The picture or sound of broadcasting channel is weak or missing. Camcorder image is not shown. Camcorder image via A/V input or DV IN to recorder is not shown on TV screen. The video signal from the external component is copy-protected. Those channels are not stored in the recorder. Aerial or cables are loose.
Camcorder is off. The recorders source is incorrect.
Turn camcorder on and operate properly. Use AV/INPUT to select input channel (AV1, AV2, DV, etc.)
Symptom Cannot play a disc recorded using this recorder on another player.
Cause The disc was recorded in Video mode. Some players will not play even a finalized disc recorded in Video mode. The disc was recorded in VR mode, Discs recorded with copy-once material cannot be played on other players. No solution.
Solution Finalize the disc. (page 22)
The other player must be RW compatible in order to play it. No solution. Use another disc. You cannot record the source. Select the channel on the recorders built-in TV tuner. Use a VR mode formatted disc for copy-once material. Set clock to correct time. See Auto Clock Set or Manual Clock Set on page 18. Reprogram Timer. See Timer Recording on page 38. Reprogram Timer. No solution. No solution. Make A/V connections. Stereo is available only via A/V output from the recorder. Select AUX or A/V source as TV input. Set TV audio channel mode to Stereo. See Changing TV audio channel on page 37. Point the remote control at the remote sensor of the recorder. Operate the remote control within 7 m. Remove the obstacle. Replace the batteries with new ones.