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HDD/DVD combi recorder G Approx price: 330

LG RH7800

Fact file
I 160GB hard disk drive (max 226 hours approx) I DVD-RW/-R/+RW/+R/+R DL recording I High-speed copy from HDD to DVD I Simultaneous play and record I CD-R/-RW, MP3/WMA/ JPEG/DiVX playback

Details

FEATURES
Recording modes: 4 presets Max recording time: 226 (HDD), 6hr (DVD), 11.5hr (DVD+R DL) Non-linear editing: Yes TV tuner: Analogue Timer: 16-event/one month GuidePlus/VideoPlus: No/Yes Set-top box control: No Dimensions: 430(w) x 49(h) x 350(d)mm Weight: 4.6kg Other features: Fast dubbing to DVD; Play List editing on DVD-RW (VR mode); PAL/NTSC progressive scan playback; PIP

DISC PLAYBACK

DVD-Video; Dual Disc (CD side); Dual Disc (DVD side); CD; MP3; WMA; JPEG; VCD; SVCD; MPEG-4 DiVX (v. 3.x); MPEG-4 DiVX (v. 5.x); MPEG-4 XViD; CD-R; CD-RW; DVD-R; DVD-RW (Video); DVD-RW (VR); DVD+R; DVD+R (Dual Layer); DVD+RW

SOCKETS

Front: i.Link DV input; composite & S-video inputs; stereo line input; Back: 2 Scarts; component video output; composite video in/output; RF aerial in/output; stereo line in/output; optical & electrical digital audio output

CONTACT

LG 500 www.lge.co.uk
nly a few manufacturers now resolutely stick to just one DVD recording format.Given that no system has wonand they each have pros and cons,it makes sense to support more than one kind of disc. The Hitachi DV-DS161E (reviewed on page 56) is compatible with every main blank DVD,excluding high definition.This LG is closely modelled on the same electronics as the Hitachi in terms of connections, features and onscreen menu,but it excludes DVD-RAM support, Commercial Advance ad skipping and memory card slots.It also cant chase playbackof a current hard drive recording.In other senses its virtually identical,except that its slightly smaller and cheaper. Its a slimline recorder,with an understated silver casing,front sockets including i.Link for DV and S-video which,like the Hitachi,is the only way to get a good quality external input from Freeview,cable or Sky boxes (if you have the relevant output).This is because even though there are two Scarts,they do not allow RGB or S-video in,with just an RGB output.This is a big drawback for the two-thirds of the country now receiving digital broadcasts. The hard drive is a generous 160GB,which gives you 42 to 226 hours of TV recording.There are only four pre-set recording quality modes,providing a maximum of just 6hr on DVD (or 11.5hr on Double Layer DVD+R). As a no-frills recorder,there are no refined timer-setting features such as GuidePlus or a built-in digital tuner to give you 16:9 widescreen and an electronic programme guide as well. The onscreen user-interface is attractive and logical,though,and editing features are well up to the task.The main problem with dubbing to disc is the same as with the Hitachi,in that you cannot fine tune
the picture quality to fit on DVD any more precisely than in the four pre-set modes (1hr,2hr,4hr or 6hr),which isnt very flexible.

Test Data

PLAYBACK TESTS

performance

We were impressed by the Hitachis DVD movie playback performance in progressive scan.As a smaller,cheaper version of that recorder,the same is mostly true of the LG.However,the disc handling leaves something to be desired.Our test sample did not always play discs properly the first time.We often had to eject and reload,either to get the menu to appear or for the progressive scan mode to switch properly from video to film.In case of difficulties, switching out of 576p mode but keeping the component connection going is a sufficient alternative, likewise the RGB Scart should be more than adequate on most TVs. The recorded picture quality is similar to its Hitachi counterpart,with the similar drawback of not being able to record any TV material other than via S-video or the RF aerial,both of which are inferior to RGB. General colour fidelity,strength of contrast and image stability are very good and theres little sign of digital break-up until you reach the LQ (4hr on normal DVD) mode,and even then its fine for average TV use. Only the EQ (6hr) option lets the side down,where the picture quality is marked by blocky mosaic-style MPEG side effects.The digital audio outputs are,as ever,pristine,and its up to your surround sound system to make the most of the raw material. In short,this is a decent value recorder if you dont want to record from a digital TV box.But if you do, then youll need to get one that does S-video (or buy an RGB-toS-video converter) and plug it into the front of the LG,which is far from pretty. Ian Calcutt

VIDEO JITTER S/N RATIO

Reading

4ns 64.3dB

Rating

Very good Average

RECORD TESTS
Excellent Excellent Good Good Good Good
CHROMA AM -67.1dB CHROMA PM -61.3dB HP MODE SP MODE LP MODE EP MODE -1.7dB -1.7dB -1.7dB -1.8dB
FREQUENCY RESPONSE AT 4MHZ
For a full explanation of test data, please see page 120

Ratings

WHATS GOOD
Multiformat DVD recording; menu design; big hard drive

WHATS BAD

No Freeview or EPG; no RGB in or HDMI out; flawed prog scan
Picture Sound Features Ease of use Value
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OVERALL VERDICT

Multiformat and a big hard disk, shame about the lack of RGB in
060 I What Video and Widescreen TV I Issue 304

RH7823TP1L/RH7521TP1L_AA4ULL_ENG

HDD/DVD RECORDER

OWNERS MANUAL

MODEL : RH7800/RH7500

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
POWER: This HDD/DVD Recorder operates on a mains supply of 110-240V~, 50/60Hz. WIRING: This DVD & HDD Recorder is supplied with a BSI 1363 approved 13 amp mains plug, fused at 5 amp. When replacing the fuse always use a 5 amp BS 1362, BSI or ASTA approved type. Never use this plug with the fuse cover omitted. To obtain a replacement fuse cover contact your dealer. If the type of plug supplied is not suitable for the mains sockets in your home, then the plug should be removed and a suitable type fitted. Please refer to the wiring instructions below: WARNING: A mains plug removed from the mains lead of this DVD & HDD Recorder must be destroyed. A mains plug with bared wires is hazardous if inserted in a mains socket. Do not connect either wire to the earth pin, marked with the letter E or with the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow. If any other plug is fitted, use a 5 amp fuse, either in the plug, or at the distribution board. IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes: - BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE - As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this DVD & HDD Recorder may not correspond with the coloured marking identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
CAUTION: THESE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS UNLESS YOU ARE QUALIFIED TO DO SO.
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.
CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owners manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center. Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of 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 concerning the Power Cord
Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit; That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain. Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer. Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance. SERIAL NUMBER: You can find the serial number on the back of the unit. This number is unique to this unit and not available to others. You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase. Model No. ______________________________ Serial No. ______________________________

The recommendable recordable DVD discs
DVD-R SONY (8x, 16x) TDK (4x, 8x) Verbatim (4x, 8x) Panasonic (2x, 4x) DVD+R SONY (2.4x, 4x, 8x, 16x) TDK (4x) Mitsubishi (4x, 8x) Ricoh (2x, 4x, 8x) DVD-RW Victor (1x, 4x) Maxell (1x, 2x, 4x) TDK (2x) Mitsubishi (2x) DVD+RW SONY (2.4x) TDK (2.4x) Philips (4x) Ricoh (2.4x) HP (2.4x, 4x) DVD+R(DL) Mitsubishi (2.4x) Maxell (2.4x) -
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.) Regional code of the recorder and DVDs This recorder is designed and manufactured for playback of Region 2 encoded DVD software. The region code on the labels of some DVD discs indicates which type of the recorder can play those discs. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled 2 or ALL. If you try to play any other discs, the message Incorrect region code. Cant play back will appear on the TV screen. Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even though their playback is prohibited by area limits.
Notes on DVDs and Video CDs Some playback operations of DVDs and Video CDs may be intentionally fixed by software manufacturers. As this unit plays DVDs and Video CDs according to disc content designed by the software manufacturer, some playback features of the unit may not be available or other functions may be added. Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs and Video CDs. Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be played on the unit.

SCART connection

Connect the EURO AV1 AUDIO/VIDEO scart jack on the recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using the scart cable (T).

Video connection

Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the recorder to the video in jack on the TV using the video cable (V).
Component Video connection
Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks on the recorder to the corresponding input jacks on the TV using an Y Pb Pr cable (C).
Progressive Scan connection
If your television is a high-definition or digital ready television, you may take advantage of the recorders progressive scan output for the highest video resolution possible. If your TV does not accept the Progressive Scan format, the picture will appear scrambled if you try Progressive Scan on the recorder. Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks on the recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using the Y Pb Pr cable (C). Notes: Set the Progressive to [ON] on the setup menu for progressive signal, see page 19. Progressive scan does not work with the analog video connections (yellow VIDEO OUT jack). 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.
SCART INPUT AUDIO INPUT VIDEO INPUT COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
Audio (Left/Right) Connection
Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the recorder to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV using the audio cables (A). Do not connect the recorders AUDIO OUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system.
Connecting to an Amplifier
Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll/ Pro Logic
Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks on the recorder to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A). Rear of the recorder
Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel digital stereo (PCM) or to an Audio/ Video receiver equipped with a multi-channel decoder (Dolby Digital, MPEG 2, or DTS)
1. Connect one of the recorders DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL X) to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier. Use an optional digital (optical O or coaxial X) audio cable. 2. You will need to activate the recorders digital output. (See Audio Settings on page 20).

Line input 1

RECORDER

Line input 2

When you record to a VCR from this recorder, do not switch the input source to TV by pressing the TV/DVD button on the remote. If you are using a B Sky B tuner, be sure to connect the tuners VCR SCART jack to the EURO AV2 DECODER jack. If you disconnect the recorders mains lead, you will not be able to view the signals from the connected VCR or tuner.
Connecting to the INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 Jacks
Connect the input jacks (AV3, AV4) on the recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using audio/video cables. Note: If you use the S-VIDEO IN jack on the front panel, the VIDEO IN jack on the front panel is not available. Jack panel of Accessory Component (VCR, Camcorder, etc.)

S-VIDEO OUTPUT

Connecting a Digital Camcorder
Using the front panel DV IN jack, it is possible to connect a DV digital camcorder and digitally transfer DV tapes to DVD. Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV in/out jack of your DV camcorder to the front panel DV IN jack of this recorder. Note: This jack is for connection to DV digital camcorder only. It is not compatible with digital satellite tuners or D-VHS video decks.

AUDIO OUTPUT

DV Digital Camcorder

DV IN/OUT

VIDEO OUTPUT
Front of the recorder Front of the recorder

Using the Home Menu

From the Home Menu screen you can access all the Media (HDD, DISC) for playback and recording of the recorder. 1. Press HOME to display the Home Menu screen. 2. Use the v / V and ENTER buttons to select a media you want. Options appears. 3. Use the v / V and ENTER buttons to select the option you want.
6. Use v / V to select the desired setting then press ENTER to confirm your selection. Some items require additional steps. 7. Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.
Press b to go back to the previous level.

General Settings

Auto Programming
This recorder is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 88 TV channels. Preparation: Connect the recorder to the desired type of aerial, as shown in Connecting to the Aerial on page 11.
4. To exit the HOME menu, press HOME. TV (HDD): Returns to live TV viewing for HDD recording. TV (DVD): Returns to live TV viewing for DVD recording. TITLE LIST: Displays the Title List menu. MOVIE: Plays back the movie of the DVD-Video, Video CD. Or Displays Movie menu. MUSIC: Displays Music (or Audio CD) menu. PHOTO: Displays Photo menu. 1. Select the [Auto Programming] option. 2. Press B to move to the third level. [Start] icon is highlighted. 3. Press ENTER to begin the channel search. The tuner will automatically cycle through all available channels in the area and place them in the tuners memory. Note: After you have connected your recorder for the very first time. If you press SETUP for initial setting, you can only set the [Auto Programming] option. Then you can set the other options.

Initialization

You can reset the recorder to its original factory settings and initialize the HDD. [Factory Set] If you need to, you can reset the recorder to all its factory settings. Some options cannot be reset. (Rating, Password, and Area Code)
1. Select [Initialize] option then press B.
Note: Progressive Scan will be disable in the setup menu when the VIDEO OUTPUT 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.
2. Press v / V to select the desired option then press ENTER. The confirm message will appear. 3. Use b / B to select [Yes] or [No] then press ENTER.

Language Settings

Display Menu
Select a language for the Setup menu and on-screen display.
PBC stands for Playback Control and refers to special menus and navigation features that are available on some Video CDs. [ON] Video CDs are played according to the PBC, if available. [OFF] Video CDs are played the same way as Audio CDs.
[HDD format] Initializes the HDD (Hard Disk Drive): everything recorded on the HDD will be erased.

Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle

[Original]Refers to the original language in which the disc was recorded. [Other] To select another language, press number buttons then ENTER to enter the corresponding 4-digit number according to the language code list in the reference chapter (see page 57). If you enter the wrong language code, press CLEAR. [Off](for Disc Subtitle) : Turn off Subtitle.

Sampling Frequency

If your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select [48 kHz]. When this choice is made, this unit will automatically convert any 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them. If your receiver or amplifier is capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select [96 kHz]. When this choice is made, this unit will pass each type of signal through without any further processing.
DRC (Dynamic Range Control)

Audio Settings

Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the recorders Audio Output according to the type of audio system you use.
Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG
With the DVD format, you can hear a programs soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic presentation possible, thanks to digital audio technology. However, you may wish to compress the dynamic range of the audio output (the difference between the loudest sounds and the quietest ones). Then, you may listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. Set DRC to [ON] for this effect.

[Bitstream]: Select Bitstream if you connect the recorders DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder. [PCM] (for Dolby Digital / MPEG): Select when connected to a two-channel digital stereo amplifier. DVDs encoded in Dolby Digital or MPEG will be automatically downmixed to two-channel PCM audio. [Off] (for DTS): If you select Off, the DTS signal is not output through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack.
Set Vocal to [ON] only when a multi-channel karaoke DVD is playing. The karaoke channels on the disc will mix into normal stereo sound.
Lock (Parental Control) Settings

Rating

Some movies contain scenes that may not be suitable for children to view. Many of these discs contain parental control information that applies to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the disc. Movies and scenes are rated from 1 to 8, depending on the area. DVD video discs may or may not respond to the parental control setting if the Area code of the disc is set wrongly. Some discs offer more suitable scenes as an alternative. Ratings are area dependent. The parental control feature allows you to block access to scenes below the rating you input, thereby preventing your children from being able to view material you believe is unsuitable.

Set Password

1. Select [Set Password] option then press B. 2. Follow step 2 as shown Rating. To change the password, select the [Change], press ENTER and input the new 4-digit code then press ENTER. Input it again to verify. To delete the password, select [Delete] then press ENTER.
If you forget your 4-digit code
If you forget your password, to clear the current password, follow the procedure below. 1. Press SETUP to display the Setup menu. 2. Use the Number buttons to enter the 6-digit number 210499. 3. Select [Yes] then press ENTER. The 4-digit password is cleared. Enter a new code.
1. Select [Rating] option then press B. 2. To access the Rating, Password and Area Code features, you must input the 4-digit security code you created. If you have not yet entered a security code you are prompted to do so. Input a 4-digit code and press ENTER. Enter it again and press ENTER to verify. If you make a mistake before pressing ENTER, press CLEAR. 3. Select a rating using the v / V buttons. [1] - [8]: Rating one (1) has the most restrictions and rating eight (8) is the least restrictive. [No Limit]: If you select [No Limit], parental control is not active and the disc plays in full. 4. Press ENTER to confirm your rating selection, then press SETUP to exit the menu. Note: If you set a rating for the recorder, all disc scenes with the same rating or lower are played. Higher rated scenes are not played unless an alternate scene is available on the disc. The alternative must have the same rating or a lower one. If no suitable alternative is found, playback stops. You must enter the 4-digit password or change the rating level in order to play the disc.

Area Code

Enter the code of an area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, referring to the list (See Area Codes, page 57.).
1. Select [Area Code] option then press B. 2. Follow step 2 as shown Rating. 3. Select the first character using the v / V buttons. 4. Shift the cursor using B buttons and select the second character using v / V buttons. 5. Press ENTER to confirm your area code selection, then press SETUP to exit the menu.

DivX Registration Code

Recording Settings

Record Mode Set

You can set the picture quality for recording; HQ (High Quality), SQ (Standard Quality), LQ (Low Quality), EQ (Extend Quality).
We provide you the DivX VOD (Video On Demand) registration code that allows you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX VOD service. For more information, visit www.divx.com/vod. 1. Select [DivX Reg. Code] option then press B. 2. Press ENTER while [View] is selected and the registration code will appear.
1. Select [Rec Mode Set] option then press B. 2. Use v / V to select a desired Record Mode (HQ, SQ, LQ or EQ). 3. Press ENTER to confirm your selection, then press SETUP to exit the menu.
3. Use the registration code to purchase or rent the videos from Divx VOD service at www.divx.com/vod. Follow the instructions and download the video onto a disc for playback on this unit. Note: All the downloaded videos from DivX VOD can only be played back on this unit.

Record Aspect

When DVD recording, you can set the recording aspect ratio to suit the material youre recording (16:9 or 4:3).

DV Recording Audio

You need to set this if you have a camcorder using 32kHz/12-bit sound connected to the front panel DV IN jack. Some digital camcorders have two stereo tracks for audio. One is recorded at the time of shooting; the other is for overdubbing after shooting. On the Audio 1 setting, the sound that was recorded while shooting is used. On the Audio 2 setting, the overdubbed sound is used.

Disc Settings

Disc Format
If you load a completely blank disc, the recorder will initialize the disc. DVD-R: The recorder initialize the disc to Video mode. The recording mode will always be Video mode. DVD-RW: The recorder initialize the disc to VR mode. DVD+R (DL): The Initialize menu will appears. Select Yes then press ENTER. DVD+RW: The recorder initialize the disc to DVD+RW mode. Also, you can reformat the DVD-RW/DVD+RW from the Setup menu as below.

TV Recording Audio

When TV recording with bilingual, you can choose audio channel to record. [Main+Sub] Main language and Sub language [Main] Main language only [Sub] Sub language only 1. Select [Disc Format] option then press B. 2. Press ENTER while [Start] is selected. Format Disc menu appears.

Movie menu options

1. Press v / V to select a folder/file on the Movie menu then press ENTER. Movie menu options appear.
4. Press v / V to select a folder, and press ENTER. A list of files in the folder appears. If you are in a file list and want to return to the Folder list, use the v / V buttons on the remote to highlight and press ENTER. 5. If you want to view a particular file, press v / V to highlight a file and press PLAY. You can use variable playback functions. Refer to pages 26-29. 6. Press STOP to stop the playback. The Movie menu appears. 2. Press v / V / b / B to select an option, and press ENTER. [Play] Start playback the selected title. [Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in the folder appears [Delete] Deletes the file(s) or folder(s) from the media. (HDD only) [Rename] Edits the file name. (HDD only) (page 37) [Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder or media. (HDD only) (page 38) [Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder or media. (page 38)
Notice for displaying the DivX subtitle
Please refer to following notice when the DivX subtitle does not display properly. 1. Find a suitable language for the DivX subtitle on the figure below.
Disc Subtitle Language Original, English French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese Russian Other 6976 Other 7665 Available DivX Subtitle English French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese Dutch, Swedish Russian Greek Polish, Hungarian, Czech

About DivX movie files

DivX disc compatibility with this recorder is limited as follows: Available resolution size of the DivX file is under 720x576 (W x H) pixel. The file name of the DivX subtitle is limited to characters. The total number of files and folders on the disc should be less than 1999. If the number of the screen frame is over 29.97 frames per second, this unit may not operate normally. If the video and audio structure of recorded file is not interleaved, returns to the menu screen. If the file is recorded with GMC, the unit supports only 1-point of the record level. * GMC? GMC is the acronym for Global Motion Compensation. It is an encoding tool specified in MPEG4 standard. Some MPEG4 encoders, like DivX or Xvid, have this option. There are different levels of GMC encoding, usually called 1-point, 2-point, or 3-point GMC. Playable DivX file.avi,.divx Playable DivX subtitle.smi,.srt,.sub (Micro DVD format only),.txt (Micro DVD format only) Divx subtitle except those listed above is not displayed on the TV screen. Playable Codec format DIV3, MP43, DIVX, XVID, DX50 Playable Audio format AC3, PCM, MP2, MP3, WMA Sampling frequency: within 8 - 48 kHz (MP3), within 32 - 48kHz (WMA) Bit rate: within 8 - 320kbps (MP3), 32 - 192kbps (WMA)

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file
The recorder can play audio CDs and MP3/WMA files on HDD, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW or DVDR/RW discs. Before playing MP3/WMA files, read About MP3/WMA audio files on page 33. 1. Press HOME. The HOME menu appears. 2. Select a media that contains MP3/WMA or audio title then press ENTER. 3. Select [MUSIC] option then press ENTER. The Audio CD or Music menu appears on the TV screen.
Audio CD and Music menu options
1. Press v / V to select a folder/file on the Audio CD or Music menu then press ENTER. The menu options appear.
2. Press v / V / b / B to select an option, and press ENTER. [Play] Start playback the selected title. [Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in the folder appears [Delete] Deletes the file(s) from the media. [Rename] Edits the file name. (page 37) [Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder or media. (page 38) [Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder or media. (page 38) [Program Add] Adds the track(s) to Program List. (page 34)

Audio CD Menu

Music Menu
4. Use v/V to select a track then press N (PLAY). Playback starts. During playback, the current tracks elapsed playing time will appear on the front panel display and menu. Playback will stop at the end of the disc. Tips: Press DISPLAY to view ID3-Tag information for the MP3 file. If ID3-Tag information is not present, Not Checked will appear. If you select a folder, the number of subfolders and number of MP3/WMA files in the folder are displayed. Press DISPLAY again to remove the information screen. If you want to move to the upper directory, use the v / V to highlight and press ENTER. You can also display HOME menu to select another media by pressing RETURN (O). 5. To stop playback at any time, press STOP. Tip: You can create new folder. Select [New Album] option on the Music-HDD menu then press ENTER. NONAME## folder is created.
1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback. 2. To return to playback, press N (PLAY) or press PAUSE/STEP (X) again.

Moving to Another Track

Press SKIP. or > briefly during playback to go to the next track or to return to the beginning of the current track. Press SKIP. twice briefly to step back to the previous track. On an Audio CD, to go directly to any track, enter the track number using the numbered buttons (0-9) during playback.

Changing Track Order in the Program List
1. Select the track you wish to move on the Program List. Use MARKER button to select multiple tracks. 2. Press ENTER. The menu options appears 3. Select [Move] option then press ENTER. 4. Use v / V to move the yellow bar to the desired location, then press ENTER.
Save Your Program List (HDD only)
This recorder memorizes the user program list that you have programmed. 1. Select a track on the Program List. The menu options appear. 2. Select [Save] option then press ENTER. The Program List is saved in the HDDs PROGRAM folder.

Viewing a JPEG File

The recorder can play JPEG files on the CD-R/RW, DVDR/RW or HDD. Before playing JPEG recordings, read About JPEG image files on page 36. 1. Press HOME. The HOME menu appears. 2. Select a media that contains JPEG file then press ENTER. 3. Select [PHOTO] option then press ENTER. The Photo menu appears on the TV screen.

Photo menu options

1. Press v / V to select a file on the Program List then press ENTER. The menu options appear. You can select all files and folders on the menu by pressing CLEAR button. To cancel the selections, press CLEAR again.
Selecting multiple files (folders)
1. Press MARKER. A check mark appears on the file or folder. Press MARKER again to cancel the marked file or folder. 2. Repeat step 1 to mark additional file (folders).
4. Use b / B / v / V to select a folder, then press ENTER. The menu options appear on the left side of the menu. 5. Select [Open] option then press ENTER. A list of files in the selected folder appears. 6. Use b / B / v / V to select a file, then press ENTER. The menu options appear on the left side of the menu. Tips: If you want to move to the upper directory, use the v / V to highlight and press ENTER. You can also display HOME menu to select another media by pressing RETURN (O). 7. Use v / V to select [Full Screen] then press ENTER. The selected image is displayed in full screen. 8. To stop viewing at any time, press STOP. The Photo menu appears.
2. Use v / V to select an option then press ENTER to confirm your selection. [Open] Opens the folder and a list of files in the folder appears [Full Screen] Shows the selected file as full screen. [Delete] Deletes the selected file from the media. (HDD only) [Slide Show] Displays Slide Show menu. [Rename] Edits the file name. (page 37) (HDD only) [Move] Moves the file(s) to another folder (album) or media. (page 38) (HDD only) [Copy] Copies the file(s) to another folder or media. (page 38) Tip: You can create new folder in the HDD. Select [New Album] option then press ENTER. NONAME## folder is created.

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 23). 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.
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 [TITLE LIST] option then 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 47. 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.

Changing Title Thumbnails
HDD -RWVR +RW +R Each title displayed in the Title List menu is represented by a thumbnail picture taken from the start of that title or chapter. If you prefer, select a different still picture from within a title. Press THUMBNAIL to make the currently displayed picture the one that appears in the Title List menu. The still picture that you choose appears in both the Original or Playlist menu. Tip: You can also change the thumbnail picture of the title on the Chapter List menu. Select a chapter on the Chapter List menu then press THUMBNAIL. The thumbnail picture of the title that includes the chapter is changed.
Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape?
No. When you edit a video tape you need one video deck to play the original tape and another to record the edits. With DVD, you edit by making a Playlist of what to play and when to play it. On playback, the Recorder plays the disc according to the Playlist.
About word Original and Playlist -RWVR
Throughout this manual, you will often see the words Original and Playlist to refer to the actual content and the edited version. Original: content refers to whats actually recorded on the disc. Playlist: content refers to the edited version of the disc how the Original content is to be played.

Editing

Making a New Playlist
Use this function to add an Original title or chapter to the Playlist. When you do this, the whole title is put into the Playlist (you can delete bits you dont need later see Deleting an Original or Playlist title/chapter on page 49). The title appears in the Playlist complete with the chapter markers that appear in the Original. However, if you add more chapter markers to the Original later, these are not automatically copied over into the Playlist title. You can add up to 999 chapters to one disc. If you only want to add a chapter of a title, use the Adding a title/chapter to the Playlist on this page. 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 menu.

Copyright

Recording equipment should be used only for lawful copying and you are advised to check carefully what is lawful copying in the area in which you are making a copy. Copying of copyright material such as films or music is unlawful unless permitted by a legal exception or consented to by the rights owner. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. 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 625 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 625p HDD/DVD RECORDER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.

Restrictions on copying

Some video material is copy-once protected. This means that it can be recorded to HDD, but it cannot then be freely copied again. If you want to transfer copy-once protected material from HDD to DVD, youll need to use a VR mode DVD-RW disc compatible with CPRM Ver. 1.1, and the following restrictions apply: After copying a copy-once protected title to DVD it is automatically erased from the HDD. It is not therefore possible to copy a locked title that is copy-once protected. You can identify copy-once protected material during playback by displaying disc information on-screen. A media in NTSC format cannot be copied.

Fast copying

Copying between DVD and HDD is a completely digital process and therefore involves no loss of quality in the audio or video. This means that you can transfer back and forth without having to worry about the quality getting worse with each copy generation. It also means that copying can be carried out at the maximum speed possible. When copying from HDD to DVD, the speed of copying depends on the recording mode and the kind of DVD disc youre using.

What is CPRM?

CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramble system) only allowing the recording of copy once broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for Recordable Media. This Recorder is CPRM compatible, which means that you can record copy-once broadcast programs, but you cannot then make a copy of those recordings. CPRM recordings can only be made on DVD-RW discs formatted in VR mode, and CPRM recordings can only be played on players that are specifically compatible with CPRM.