Philips DVD player/recorder

DVDR3390

Recording made easy
DVD recorder with Dual media, DivX, and i.Link
Plays and records what you want Dual Media conveniently records on both DVD+R/RW & DVD-R/RW Plays CD, (S)VCD, DVD, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW Plays MP3, JPEG, DivX Simplicity in recording and playback VCR Plus+ for quick and easy programming i.LINK digital input for perfect digital camcorder copies SmartAlgo ensures recording quality and compatibility Easy to use graphic user interface

DVD player/recorder

DVDR3390/37

Specifications

Picture/Display
D/A converter: 10 bit, 54 MHz A/D converter: 10 bit, 27 MHz Picture enhancement: Progressive Scan Picture compression format: JPEG Picture enhancement: Slideshow, Rotate, Zoom, Slideshow with MP3 playback

Highlights

Dual Media Tuner/Reception/Transmission
TV system: NTSC Philips DVD Recorders support dual media recording the ability to create recordings on DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW discs. Now you can buy any disc and your Philips recorder will always create fully compatible recordings, which can be played on any DVD player.
D/A converter: 29 bit, 192 kHz A/D converter: 24 bit, 96 kHz

Connectivity

Video Recording
Recording Media: DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW Recording system: NTSC, PAL Recording Modes: High Quality (HQ), Standard Play (SP), Extended Play (EP), Super Long Play (SLP) Recording enhancements: Auto Chapter Marking, Manual Chapter Marking, Selectable Index Pictures Audio compression: Dolby Digital, PCM
Front / Side connections: Audio L/R in, CVBS in, i.LINK DV in (IEEE1394, 4-pin) Rear Connections: Composite video (CVBS) input, Composite video (CVBS) output, Digital coaxial out, S-Video out, Analog audio Left/Right in 2x, RF antenna in / TV out, Component Video output

Plays MP3, JPEG, DivX

VCR Plus+

Convenience

Video Playback
Playback Media: CD-R/CD-RW, Video CD/SVCD, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R DL Compression formats: MPEG2, MPEG1, DivX 3.11, DivX 6.0, DivX 4.x, DivX 5.x
Programming/Timer Enhancements: Daily/Weekly Repeat Program, VCR Plus+, VPS/PDC recording control, Manual Timer, One Touch Recording Programmable Events: 20

Audio Playback

Playback Media: DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R DL, CD-R/RW, Audio CD Compression format: MP3, AAC, Dolby Digital, MPEG2 Multichannel
Power supply: 120V, 60Hz Power consumption: 27 W (Typical) W Standby power consumption: < 3 W

Accessories Dimensions

Remote Control 12NC: 72281 Set dimensions (W x H x D): 435 x 43 x 322 mm Set weight: 3 kg Packaging dimensions (W x H x D): 571 x 124 x 413 mm
With the VCR Plus+ system, all you need to do to program your video recorder is to enter the Pluscode a single code of up to nine digits (but usually less) that is printed next to each TV program in most TV guides.

Still Picture Playback

i.LINK digital input
Playback Media: DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R DL, CD-R/RW
Also known as IEEE 1394 and FireWire, i.Link carries all audio and video signals via a single cable digitally, with no loss in picture and sound quality. With i.Link digital video input, you can copy your home videos in their original digital picture quality.

SmartAlgo

SmartAlgo ensures quality recordings, regardless of disc format or quality. Its patented self-learning adaptive technology chooses the optimal write strategy for the particular disc that is being used. By doing this, it significantly improves the reliability of the recording, ensuring zero failures when recording and guaranteeing playback compatibility.
Easy to use user interface
From a simple timer recording to more advanced editing features, explore all these functions with the greatest ease. With this easy-to-use graphic interface anyone can operate this recorder. The on-screenmenus are logically arrranged and easy to understand. Additionally, guiding text is provided where needed.
Issue date 2009-05-22 Version: 3.0.11
2009 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All Rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Trademarks are the property of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. or their respective owners. www.philips.com
12 NC: 13427 UPC: 11170 7

DVD Player/ Recorder

DVDR3390

English

User Manual Manuel Dutilisation Manual de Instrucciones
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CAUTION

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This bolt of lightning indicates uninsulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering. The exclamation point calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this apparatus should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus. CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. ATTENTION: Pour viter les choc lectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusquau fond.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near

water.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service
personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

8. Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the

safety purpose of the polarized or AC Polarized Plug grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
15.Battery usage CAUTION To
prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit:
Install all batteries correctly, + and - as marked on the unit. Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.). Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time. dripping or splashing.
10. Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
16.Apparatus shall not be exposed to 17.Do not place any sources of danger
on the apparatus (e.g. liquid filled objects, lighted candles).
11.Only use attachments/accessories
specied by the manufacturer.
18.This product may contain lead and mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance : www.eiae.org. EL 6475-E005: 04/01
Class II equipment symbol This symbol indicates that the unit has a double insulation system
Type Semiconductor laser InGaAlP (DVD) AIGaAs (CD) Wave length 658 nm (DVD) 790 nm (CD) Output Power 30 mW(DVDRW write) 1.0 mW (DVD read) 1.0 mW (CD read) Beam divergence 84 degrees (DVD) 61 degrees (CD)
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.

ATTENTION

Lutilisation des commandes ou rglages ou le non-respect des procdures ciincluses peuvent se traduire par une exposition dangereuse lirradiation.

ATENCIN Canada

English: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Franais: Cet appareil numrique nemet pas de bruits radiolectriques dpassant les limites applicables aux appareils numriques de Class B prescrites dans le Rglement sur le Brouillage Radiolectrique dict par le Ministre des Communications du Canada. El uso de mando o ajustes o la ejecuccin de mtodos que no sean los aqu descritos puede ocasionar peligro de exposicin a radiacin.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Table of Contents

General
Care and Safety Information... 8
Setup precautions.....8 Cleaning discs.....8 About recycling......8
Product Information.... 9
Introduction.....9 Accessories supplied....9 Region codes......9 Copyright notice.....9 Special Features.....10

Product Overview

Main Unit.... 11 Remote Control.... 12
Using the remote control.....14

Connections

Step 1: Basic Recorder Connections... 15
Connecting the antenna cables.....15 Connecting the video cable.....16 Connecting the audio cables.....17
Step 2: Optional Connections.... 18
TV has only an antenna input jack.....18 Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver...19 Connecting to a VCR or other similar device... 20 Connecting to a VCR and Cable Box/Satellite Receiver...21 Connecting a camcorder to the front jacks.... 22
Step 3: Installation and Setup.... 24
Finding the correct viewing channel....24 Setting your TV channel programs....24 CHANNEL SETUP settings.... 25 Setting the language..... 26 Setting the time & date.... 26 LANGUAGE settings.....27 CLOCK settings.....27

CAUTION! Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static sprays intended for analog discs. Since the optical unit (laser) of the recorder operates at a higher power than regular DVD or CD players, cleaning CDs intended for DVD or CD players may damage the optical unit (laser.) Therefore, refrain from using a cleaning CD.

About recycling

These operating instructions have been printed on non-polluting paper. This electronic equipment contains a large number of materials that can be recycled. If you are disposing of an old machine, please take it to a recycling center. Please observe the local regulations regarding disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries, and old equipment.

Product Information

Introduction
Your Philips recorder allows you to record the TV programs or duplicate camcorder recordings to a DVDRW or DVDR and play pre-recorded DVDs. The recordings you make on the recorder will play on DVD players and DVD-ROM drives. The DVDR discs have to be finalized before they can be played on other DVD players. Before you start using this recorder, complete the basic connections and setup in three easy steps. Step 1: Basic recorder connections Step 2: Optional connections for other devices Step 3: Basic installation and set-up Please take time to read this user manual before using your recorder. It contains important information and notes regarding operations of the recorder. Helpful Hints: If you have questions or if problems come up during operation, please see the chapter Troubleshooting. If you need further assistance, please call the customer support service for your country. The corresponding telephone numbers and e-mail addresses are given in the guarantee booklet. Refer to the type plate on the rear or bottom of the product for identification and supply ratings.

Accessories supplied

Remote control and batteries Audio/Video (AV) cables RF coaxial cable Quick Use Guide

Region codes

DVD films are usually not released at the same time in all regions of the world, thus all DVD players are keyed to a specific region code. This device will only play Region 1 DVDs or DVDs manufactured to be played in all regions (ALL). DVDs from other regions cannot be played on this recorder.

VIDEO (CVBS) EXT 1

VIDEO (CVBS)

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV-OUT

ANTENNA-IN

EXT 2 S-VIDEO (Y/C)

S-VIDEO (Y/C)

COAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO)

AU D IO O U T
S-V ID E O IN V ID E O IN
Connecting the antenna cables
These connections enable you to watch and record TV programs using the recorder. If the antenna signal is connected via a VCR, Cable Box or Satellite Receiver, ensure that these devices are turned on in order to watch or record the cable programs. If your TV is equipped with an Antenna In (RF IN) jack only, See Step 2 : Optional Connections TV has only an antenna input jack for the complete connection to your TV. If you want to connect to a VCR and/or Cable Box/Satellite Receiver, See Step 2 : Optional Connections for the complete connections to your TV.
A Connect the existing Antenna/Cable TV
signal (or from the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver {RF OUT or TO TV}) to the ANTENNA-IN jack on the recorder.
B Use the supplied RF coaxial cable to
jack on the connect the TV-OUT recorder to the antenna input jack on your TV (VHF/UHF RF IN.) Helpful Hint: Depending on how you have currently connected your TV channel (directly from an off-air antenna or Cable box or VCR), you will have to disconnect some of the cables before you make the above connection.
TIPS: Before making or changing any connections, make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet.
Step 1: Basic Recorder Connections (continued)

Option 2 Option 1

Option 3

OUTPUT

Connecting the video cable
This connection allows you to view the disc playback from the recorder. You only need to choose one of the options below to make your video connection. Option 1: Using a Video (CVBS) cable Use the supplied audio/video cables (yellow plug) to connect the VIDEO (CVBS) OUTPUT jack on the recorder to the video input jack (or labeled as A/V In, Video In or Composite) on the TV. Option 2: Using an S-Video cable Use an S-video cable (not supplied) to connect the S-VIDEO (Y/C) OUTPUT jack on the recorder to the S-Video input jack (or labeled as Y/C or S-VHS) on the TV.
Option 3: Using a Component Video cable
A Use the component video cables (red/
blue/green - not supplied) to connect the Y PB PR OUTPUT jacks on the recorder to the corresponding component video input jacks (or labeled as Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr or YUV) on the TV.
B If your TV accepts Progressive Scan
signal, see the section GENERAL settings Progressive Scan for detailed set up. IMPORTANT! The progressive scan video quality is only available through Y PB PR connection and a progressive TV is required. It is strongly advised to complete the recorder installation first, before enabling the progressive scan feature.

VIDEO AUDIO R L

S-VIDEO
Rear of a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver (Example only)

SATELLITE

ANTENNA

TV-OUT ANTENNA-IN

Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver
Option 1 If your Cable Box/Satellite Receiver only has an antenna output jack (RF OUT or TO TV), See Step 1: Basic Recorder Connections Connecting the antenna cables for the complete connections to your TV.
Option 2 If your Cable Box/Satellite Receiver has video/audio output jacks,

English C

A Keep the existing antenna connection
from the Antenna/Cable TV signal to the input (RF IN) jack on the Cable Box/ Satellite Receiver.
B Use the audio/video cables to connect
the VIDEO (CVBS) EXT1 /AUDIO INPUT on the recorder to the matching VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver.
C Use the audio/video cables to connect
the VIDEO (CVBS) /AUDIO OUTPUT on the recorder to the matching VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV.

VHF/UHF RF IN

VIDEO OUT AUDIO L

VIDEO IN AUDIO L AUDIO R

Rear of a VCR (Example only)

VHF/UHF RF OUT

AUDIO R
Connecting to a VCR or other similar device
This connection enables you to record from video tape to a DVDR/RW and allows the VCR to be used for playback if the recorder is turned off. Before you start. Your new recorder can replace the VCR for all your recording needs. Just unplug all the connections from your VCR.
the VIDEO (CVBS) EXT1/ AUDIO INPUT jacks on the recorder to the matching VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the VCR.
D Use the audio/video cables to connect
the VIDEO (CVBS) / AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on the recorder to the matching VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV. Helpful Hints: Most commercial video cassettes and DVDs are copy-protected and therefore cannot be recorded. Connect the recorder directly to the TV. If there is a VCR or an additional device in between, the picture quality may be poor because of the copy protection system built into the recorder.
A Connect the Antenna/Cable TV signal to
the ANTENNA-IN recorder. jack on the
B Use a RF coaxial cable to connect the
jack on the recorder to TV-OUT the antenna input jack on your TV (VHF/ UHF RF IN.)

VIDEO R AUDIO L

Back of a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver

(Example only)

Front Panel of recorder
Back of a VCR (Example only)
Connecting to a VCR and Cable Box/Satellite Receiver
the antenna input (RF IN) jack on the Cable Box/ Satellite Receiver.
D Use the supplied audio/ video cables to
connect the VIDEO(CVBS) EXT1/ AUDIO -INPUT jacks on the recorder to the matching VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the Cable Box/ Satellite Receiver.
jack on connect the ANTENNA-IN the recorder to the RF OUT jack on the Cable Box/ Satellite Receiver.
E Use the audio/video cables to connect

1) Use { Off } { On }

keys to select one of the options:
Disable this feature. A chapter marker will automatically be inserted within the title during recording. The interval depends on the recording mode selected.
2) Press OK to confirm your selection.

Default Recording Source

Define your preferred source of recording. Note: To change the current recording source without changing the default setting, you can press REC SOURCE button on the remote control.
1) Use { Tuner } { CAM1 } { EXT 1 }
Input source from TV programs. Input source from the device connected to the CAM1 and AUDIO L/R jacks on the front panel. Input source from the device connected to the VIDEO (CVBS) EXT1 and AUDIO L/R jacks on the rear panel. Input source from the device connected to the S-VIDEO (Y/C) EXT2 and AUDIO L/R jacks on the rear panel. Input source from the device connected to DV IN jack on the front panel.

{ EXT 2 }

{ DV }
English RECORD settings Default Recording Mode The recording mode defines the picture quality of recordings and the maximum recording time for a disc. This function can also be accessed via the REC MODE key on the remote control.

1) Use

Record Mode HQ SP EP SLP
keys to select one of the following recording modes.
Picture Quality High quality DVD quality-Standard Play VHS quality-Extended Play VHS quality-Super Long Play Maximum Recording Time per Disc 1 hour 2 hours 4 hours 6 hours

Manual recording

Use this feature to start recording immediately (e.g. to record a TV show already in progress.) { EXT 1 } Input source from the device connected to the VIDEO (CVBS) EXT1 and AUDIO L/R INPUT jacks on the rear panel. { EXT 2 } Input source from the device connected to the S-VIDEO (Y/C) EXT2 and AUDIO L/R INPUT jacks on the rear panel. English

REC SOURCE

D Press REC

STOP (PAUSE)

to start recording. The recording will automatically start after the last recording on the DVDR/RW.
E To stop the recording, press STOP.

Pausing a recording

A During a recording, press PAUSE. A Turn on the TV power. Select the
correct Video In channel at the TV. You can use this function to avoid recording commercials.
B Insert a DVDR/RW into the recorder. C Press REC SOURCE on the remote

{ Lock/Unlock Disc } - DVDRW only
Lock or unlock a disc to prevent accidental erasure or changes being made.
{ Finalize Disc } - DVDR only
Finalize the disc to enable playback on other DVD players. Further recording and editing to the disc are not allowed. It is not possible to unfinalize the disc.
keys to access different options and OK to select. Instructions and explanation of the options are provided in the following pages. to the disc Index Picture screen.
D To exit, press TOP MENU to go back
No further recording and editing can be carried out on a full or finalized DVDR. Press to go back to the previous menu. Press DISC MENU to exit.
Editing/Finalizing Recording (continued)
The original disc name is generated automatically by the recorder. You can change the disc name by following the steps below. This erases the content of the DVDRW including those that was not recorded on this recorder. Once the existing content is erased, it can be used again for recording. English Rename disc Erase disc (DVDRW only)
A Press TOP MENU, then use
keys to select { Rename Disc } and press OK. The keyboard screen appears.
keys to highlight a character on the keyboard and press OK to select. The maximum input is up to 9 characters. You can use the following keys on the keyboard screen to edit your input:
keys to select { Erase Disc } and press OK. A warning message will appear.
NO YES in the menu to proceed or to abort. Press OK to confirm.

B Select

Record new title This function allows you to start a new recording at the remaining empty space on the DVDR/RW.

Delete

: to remove a character to the left of the cursor. : to remove the character to the right of the cursor. : to create a space between characters. : to toggle between upper and lower case characters. : to clear the entry field completely.
keys to select { Record New Title } and press OK. to start
B Select the source you want to record
from and press REC recording.
C To confirm your entry, select
Overwrite disc (DVDRW only) This function allows you to start a new recording from the beginning of a DVDRW regardless of the contents of the disc.
the keyboard and press OK. The info panel is now updated. To cancel the changes, select the keyboard and press OK.
keys to select { Overwrite disc } and press OK. from and press REC recording. to start

Empty Title

Accessing title editing menu
A Insert a recorded DVDR/RW into the
recorder. The Index Picture screen appears on the TV. During playback, press DISC MENU to access the Index Picture screen.
keys to highlight a title (recording), and press. The title editing menu appears.
Play Title Edit Title Rename Title Erase Title Overwrite Title Overwrite Disc Append Title
2. My movie 10 / 01 / : 31 : 53 HQ 00 : 05 : 59
keys to access different options and OK to select. Instructions and explanation of the options are provided in the following pages.

D To exit, press

Editing video
This feature allows access to the video editing menu. See the chapter Editing/ Finalizing Recording About video editing for more information. In title editing menu, use keys to select { Edit Title } and press OK. The video editing menu appears. The recorder will play the selected title.
Rename title The original title name is generated automatically by the recorder. You can give a new name to the title by following the steps below. Overwrite title (DVDRW only) This function allows you to record a new title from the beginning of the current title in the DVDRW. The other titles will not be affected. English
A In title editing menu, use
keys to select { Rename Title } and press OK. The keyboard screen appears. keys to highlight a character and press OK to select. The maximum input is up to 9 characters. You can use the following keys on the keyboard screen to edit your input:
keys to select { Overwrite Title } and press OK. from and press REC recording. to start
Overwrite from the selected title You can select to overwrite only the recordings from the selected title to the end of the disc.
A In video editing menu, use
keys to select { Overwrite Disc } and press OK to delete. Append recording This function allows you to append recording to the last existing title.
keys to select { Append Title } and press OK. channel to append.
B Press REC SOURCE to select the input C Press REC

keys to select { Unhide Chapter } and press OK. The current chapter will be visible during playback.
Helpful Hints: All the hidden chapters will be played back while in video editing mode. To locate a specific frame during playback, press PAUSErepeatedly to forward search to the frame that you want.

Playable discs

Using this recorder, you can play and record on the following discs: Recording and Playback DVDRW (DVD Rewritable); can be recorded on over and over again. DVDR (DVD Recordable); can be recorded only once. Playback only: DVD Video (Digital Versatile Disc) CD-RW (CD-Rewritable) Audio/ MP3/ JPEG contents

ReWritable

IMPORTANT! If the inhibit icon (Error) appears on the TV screen when a button is pressed, it means the function is not available on the current disc or at the current time. DVD discs and players are designed with regional restrictions. Before playing a disc, make sure the disc is for the same region as your player. Do not push on the disc tray or put any objects other than discs on the disc tray. It may cause the disc player to malfunction.

Inserting a disc

A Press STANDBY-ON to turn on the

recorder.

B Press OPEN/CLOSE on the front of
the recorder. The disc tray opens.
CD-R (CD-Recordable) Audio/ MP3/ JPEG contents

Recordable

C Carefully place the disc into the tray with
the label facing up, then press OPEN/CLOSE. Make sure the disc label is facing up. For double-sided discs, load the side which you want to play facing up.
Audio CD (Compact Disc Digital Audio) MP3-Disc Video CD (Formats 1.0, 1.1, 2.0) Super Video CD
D Turn on the TV power. Select the correct
Video In channel at the TV (See Step 3: Installation and Setup Finding the correct viewing channel.)
E Playback will start automatically or a
DivX Disc (DivX 3.11, 4.x, 5.x, 6.x) dialog will appear on the TV (see next page.)
Some discs cannot be played on this recorder due to the configuration and characteristics of the disc, or due to the condition of recording and authoring software.

Playback (continued)

Starting disc playback
Playback will begin automatically. If the disc has its own menu this will be loaded, otherwise the recorder will launch an index screen. If the pin code entry dialog appears on the TV, this means that the parental control was activated for the inserted disc (See the chapter DVD System Menu Options PLAYBACK settings.) Use the numeric keypad 0-9 on the remote control to enter your pin code (password.) For more playback features, see the chapter Additional Playback Features. Playing a DVD video disc The DVD disc is usually formatted with a disc menu. You may have to make your selection (e.g., subtitle or audio language) within the disc menu. (Super) Video CDs may feature PBC (Play Back Control.) This allows you to play the video CDs interactively, following the menu on the display. English Playing a (Super) Video CD

Mode Trick mode Title Chapter Audio Subtitle Angle Title Normal Play 02/05 01/22 01/02 - OTH Off 01/03 00:22:03 / 00:27:24
{ Repeat A-B } Select this to repeat the playback of a specific segment within a title/chapter/ track. Press OK to mark the start and end of the segment you want to repeat. { Repeat Chapter } Select this to repeat playback of the current chapter (DVD, DVDR/RW only.) { Repeat Track/Title } Select this to repeat playback of the current track/title. { Repeat Directory } Select this to repeat playback of the current folder/directory (MP3, JPEG, picture disc only.) { Repeat Disc } Select this to repeat playback of the entire disc. (MP3, JPEG, SVCD and CDDA discs only.) { Shuffle } Select this to randomly playback all the tracks within the disc (MP3 and audio CD only.) { Normal } Select this to cancel the repeat mode and return to normal playback.
keys to select the setting you want to adjust. Instructions and explanation of the options are provided in the following pages.

C To exit, press T/C.

D To cancel repeat playback, press STOP
or select { Normal } and press OK.
TIPS: The operating features described here might not be possible for certain discs. Always refer to the instructions supplied with the discs.
Programming disc tracks You can play the contents of the disc in the order you want by programming the tracks to be played. To start program play English

F Press

A Press T/C on the remote control.

The T/C menu appears.

key to move to the right screen and press OK. Playback will start from the selected track/file/chapter according to the programmed sequence.

To exit program play

B Select { Mode } > { Program.}
The program menu appears.
Title 1 Title 2 Title 3 Title 4 Title 5 Title 6 Title 7 Title 8

G Press STOP

to exit program play.
Changing the audio soundtrack language This operation works only on DVDs with multiple soundtrack language or VCDs with multiple audio channels. This function can also be accessed via the AUDIO key on the remote control.
C If the disc is recorded with Titles/Folders/
Albums, press OK to access the tracks/ files/chapters. Press OK at the highlighted track/file/ chapter to start playback. Use keys to toggle between the left and right screen. To program your favorite track/ file/chapter D Use keys to select the track/file/ chapter to program and press SELECT on the remote control. The selected track/file/title will appear at the right screen. The order on the right screen will be the order of program playback. To remove the programmed item from your selection E Press key to move to the right screen. Select the track/file/chapter and press CLEAR on the remote control.
keys to select { Audio } and to access its options.
keys to select the audio language and press OK to confirm. The languages may be numbered or abbreviated, such as En for English. If the language selected is not available on the disc, the discs default setting for language will be used instead.

Remote control does not work.

Disc does not play.

Disc cannot be edited.

No sound.

Troubleshooting (continued)
Distorted sound coming from a connected hi-fi amplifier. Do not connect any cables from the DVD recorder to the Phono input of your amplifier. Do not connect the DVD recorders Coaxial DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to an analog jack (red/white) on the connecting devices. Check that the DivX file is encoded according to the Home Theatre Profile mode with DivX encoder. Check that the DivX movie downloaded is a complete file. Install the TV channel. Read chapter Step 3: Installation and Setup Setting your TV channel programs for details. Check the video connection between the DVD recorder and the TV. You can further fine-tune the signal of the TV channel. Read chapter on Step 3: Installation and Setup CHANNEL SETUP Settings Modify channel information. Press CH +/ to search for the same TV channel which may have a clearer picture. The disc does not match with the TV colour system standard (PAL/NTSC.) The disc is dirty, clean the disc. Do not tie the cables of the connected equipments together. Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may appear. This is not a malfunction. For better video quality, select recording modes: HQ or SP. Read chapter Recording Recording settings for details. The recording can be made in color only when the TV channels or the connected additional device sends a color signal. In some situations, programs that are broadcast in black and white cannot be recorded. English

Problem Solution

Unable to play DivX movies.
No TV signal received from the DVD recorder.
A TV channel installed during the DVD recorders automatic TV channel search is fuzzy or distorted.
The picture is distorted or black and white during playback.
Recordings are not occurring as scheduled. New recordings cannot be made.
The TV channel you want to record is not stored or you selected the wrong program number. Check TV channels stored. If you adjust the clock after you set a timer recording, you have to reset the timer recording. If the DVD recorder cannot read the disc, you cannot record. You cannot use the DVD recorder to duplicate copyrighted materials (DVDs or videotapes) onto a DVDR/RW. A finalized DVDR has been inserted. Change disc. If a recording is too short, it is possible that a DVD player cannot detect it. Please observe the following minimum recording times. Recording mode : {HQ} 5 mins, {SP} 10 mins, {EP} 20 mins, {SLP} 30 mins. You have to finalize the DVDR. Refer to chapter Playing your recordings (DVDR) on other DVD players for details. This happens if you try to copy DVDs or video cassettes that have been copy-protected. Even though the picture on the TV is fine, but the recording on a DVDR/RW is faulty. This interference is unavoidable with copy-protected DVDs or video cassettes. The DVDR/RW has a limited recording lifetime, please change a new disc for recording.

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