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Disc Type and Characteristics
This DVD-VCR is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos: Disc Types (Logos) Recording Types Disc Size Max. Playing Time Characteristics

Audio + Video

Single-sided 240 min. - DVD contains excellent sound and video due to Dolby Digital Double-sided 480 min. and MPEG-2 system. - Various screen and audio Single-sided 80 min. functions can be easily selected Double-sided 160 min. through the on-screen menu. 74 min. - CD is recorded as a Digital Signal with better audio quality, less distortion and less deterioration of audio quality over time.

AUDIO-CD

20 min.
CD-R,CD-RW and DVD-RW, -R, DVD+RW, +R discs may not be playable in all cases due to the disc type or condition of the recording. Do not run the player with two discs loaded at the same time.

Disc Markings

Region Number
Both the DVD-VCR and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play. The Region Number for this player is described on the rear panel of the player.
Play Region Number NTSC broadcast system in U.S.A, Canada, Korea, Japan, etc. Dolby Digital disc

STEREO

DIGITAL SOUND
Stereo disc Digital Audio disc DTS disc MP3 disc

DivX Certification

You must only insert one DVD disc at a time. Inserting two or more discs will not allow playback and may cause damage to the DVD-VCR. DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivXNetworks, Inc and are used under license.

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Description

Front Panel Controls

DISC TRAY Place the disc here. OPEN/CLOSE Press to open and close the disc tray. VCR Deck Insert a standard VHS video tape. EJECT Press to eject a video tape if the tape is stopped. (POWER) Press to turn the DVD-VCR on and off. LINE IN 2 Connects to the Video/Audio output jack of your external device. Front Panel Display Operation indicators are displayed here. LINE IN SELECT Press to select Line Input 1 or 2. These buttons are also used as Tracking buttons for the VCR.
DVD/VCR Press to select DVD or VCR mode. HDMI HDMI Output resolution setup. REC (VCR) Press to begin recording. (Reverse/Rewind) Press to reverse/rewind a disc/video tape. (STOP) Press to stop a disc/video tape during playback or record (VCR). (Play/Pause) Press to play or pause the disc/video tape. (Forward/Fast Forward) Press to forward/fast forward a disc/videotape.

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HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI is an interface that enables the digital transmission of video and audio data with just a single cable. Using HDMI, the DVD player transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV having an HDMI input jack.
HDMI connection description
HDMI consists of uncompressed video and digital audio data (LPCM or Bit Stream). - The player outputs only a pure digital signal to the TV through HDMI. - If TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), snow noise appears on the screen.
Why does Samsung use HDMI?
HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, a DVD player, a PC, a video game system, or an AV receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). HDMI supports any TV or PC video format with digital high-definition pictures.

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Connecting to a TV (Progressive)
Using Component video cables (not included), connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the rear of the DVD-VCR to the COMPONENT IN jacks of your TV.
Using the audio cables, connect from the AUDIO OUT or LINE OUT AUDIO (red and white) jacks on the rear of the DVD-VCR to the AUDIO (red and white) IN jacks of your TV. Turn on the DVD-VCR and TV.
Audio Cable Component Cable (not included) Red Blue Green White Red Green Blue Red
With the unit in Stop mode, set the video output to Progressive Out in the Setup Menu. Then press ENTER and progressive will be output. (See pages 55)
To see the progressive video output, - Consult your TV Users Manual to find out if your TV supports Progressive Scan. If Progressive Scan is supported, follow the TV Users Manual regarding Progressive Scan settings in the TVs menu system. - Depending on your TV, the connection method may differ from the illustration above.
Note What is "Progressive Scan"? Progressive scan has twice as many scanning lines as the interlace output method. Progressive scanning method provides better and clearer picture quality. The Component Video jacks only output video from the DVD player. To view video from the VCR, you must have the Video/Line Out (yellow) jack connected. Only the 480p output resolution is possible with Component.

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Connecting to a TV (Interlace)
- Connecting to your TV using Component video cables. - You will enjoy high quality and accurate color reproduction images. Component video separates the picture element into black and white(Y), blue(PB), red(PR) signals to present clear and clean images. (Audio signals are delivered through the audio out or line out audio).
Audio Cable White Red Green Red
Component Cable (not included) Red Blue Green
With the unit in Stop mode, set the video output to Progressive Out in the Setup Menu. Then press ENTER and Component Interlace will be output. (See pages 55)

Notes - If you want to connect to an Amplifier, please refer to the Amplifier connection page. (See pages 19 to 20) - The component jack of your TV may be marked R-Y, B-Y, Y or Cr, Cb, Y instead of PR, PB, Y depending on the manufacturer. The number and position of jacks may vary depending on the TV set. Please refer to the user's manual of your TV. - The Component Video Out jacks only output video from the DVD player. To view video from the VCR, you must have the Video Out (Yellow) jack connected. - You can hear sound from the LINE OUT AUDIO or AUDIO OUT (red and white) jacks with a Component connection. VCR audio only outputs through Line Out Audio jacks (Red,White).

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Connecting to a TV (Video)
Using video/audio cables, connect the VIDEO (yellow)/AUDIO (red and white) OUT jacks on the rear of the DVD-VCR to the VIDEO (yellow)/AUDIO (red and white) IN jacks of your TV.
Turn on the DVD-VCR and TV.

Video Cable Yellow

Yellow
Press the input selector on your TV remote control until the Video signal from the DVD-VCR appears on the TV screen.
Notes - Noise may be generated if the audio cable is placed too close to the power cable. - If you want to connect to an Amplifier, please refer to the Amplifier connection page. (See pages 19 to 20). - The number and position of jacks may vary depending on your TV set. Please refer to the user's manual of your TV. - If there is one audio input jack on the TV, connect it to the LINE OUT AUDIO OUT Left (white) jack of the DVD-VCR. - When you connect an external device (STB or VCR) and play it through the LINE IN 1 jack of the DVD-VCR, you can still see the display on your TV set although the DVD-VCR set has been turned off.

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Connection to an Audio System
Connecting to an Audio System (2 Channel Amplifier, Analog)
Using the audio cables, connect the (LINE) AUDIO (red and white) OUT jacks on the rear of the DVD-VCR to the AUDIO (red and white) IN jacks of the Amplifier.
Using the video signal cable(s), connect the VIDEO or COMPONENT OUT jacks on the rear of the DVD-VCR to the VIDEO or COMPONENT IN jack of your TV as described on pages 14 to 18.

Red Red White

Audio Cable White
Turn on the DVD-VCR, TV, and Amplifier.

2-channel Stereo Amp.

Press the input select button of the Amplifier to select the External input in order to hear sound from the DVD-VCR. Refer to your Amplifier's user manual to set the Amplifier's audio input.
Notes - Please turn the volume down when you turn on the Amplifier. Sudden loud sound may cause damage to the speakers and your ears. - Please set the audio in the menu screen according to the Amplifier. (See pages 52 to 53) - The position of jacks may vary depending on the Amplifier. Please refer to your Amplifier's user manual. - You can also connect the amplifier using the AUDIO OUT (red and white) jacks from the DVD-VCR.

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Connecting to an Audio System (Dolby digital, MPEG2 or DTS Amplifier)
Using a Coaxial cable or an Optical cable (not included), connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack on the rear of the DVD-VCR to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN (COAXIAL) or DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) jack of the Amplifier.
Optical Cable (not included)
Coaxial Cable (not included)
Dolby digital or DTS Amp.
Press the input select button of the Amplifier to select external input in order to hear sound from the DVD-VCR. Refer to your Amplifier's user manual to set the Amplifier's audio input.
Notes - Please turn the volume down when you turn on the Amplifier. Sudden loud sound may cause damage to the speakers and your ears. - Please set the audio in the menu screen according to the Amplifier. (See pages 52 to 53) - The jack position may vary depending on the Amplifier. Please refer to the user's manual of the Amplifier.

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Connecting the Power Cord
Your DVD-VCR's power cord should be plugged into a standard 120V/60Hz wall outlet.
Turn on the power by pressing the POWER button on the remote control or on the front panel.
Turn on your TV by pressing the POWER button on the TV remote control.
Press the input selector on your TV remote until the signal from the DVD-VCR appears.

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Chapter 3

INITIAL SETUP
Selecting a Menu Language
Follow these steps to change the on-screen MENU language to English, French or Spanish.

Press the MENU button.

Press the buttons to select Setup, then press the or ENTER button.
Press the buttons to select Language, then press the or ENTER button.
Press the buttons to select the appropriate language : English, Franais or Espaol. Press the ENTER button.
Press the MENU button to exit.

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Setting the Clock

This menu is used to set the current time. You need to set the time to use timer recording.
Setting the Clock Manually
If Auto Setup fails to set the DVD-VCRs internal clock by locating a local TV station, follow these steps to set the date and time manually. Note: For accurate Timer Recording, your DVD-VCR's internal clock must be set correctly.
Press the buttons to select Clock, then press the or ENTER button.
Use the buttons to select each of the following options, then use the buttons to set each option. Press the ENTER button to set the clock.

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Setting the Front Panel Display
You can set the Front Panel Display to be bright, dim, or to automatically dim during power off.

Press the buttons to select Front Display, then press the or ENTER button to select Auto, Bright or Dim.
Front Panel Display will dim automatically during power off. Front Panel Display will be dim.
Bright: Front Panel Display will be bright. Dim:

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Setting the Auto Power Off
This feature automatically turns off your DVD-VCR if no signal is received and you do not press any buttons for the selected time.
Press the buttons to select Auto Power Off, then press the or ENTER button to select Off, 1Hr or 2Hr.
Off: Auto power off is disabled. 1Hr: DVD-VCR will auto shut off 1 hour after the last button is pressed or no signal is received. 2Hr: DVD-VCR will auto shut off 2 hours after the last button is pressed or no signal is received.

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D V D O P E R AT I O N S

Playing a Disc

Before Play

- Turn on your TV and set it to the correct Video Input on your TV's remote control. - If you connected an external Audio System, turn on your Audio System and set it to the correct Audio Input.

Playback

Press the OPEN/CLOSE ( button on the front panel. )
Place a disc gently into the tray with the discs label facing up.
Press the (Play/Pause) button on your remote control or on the front panel. Most discs will start to play back as soon as the tray closes. Stop/Resume - Press the (Stop) button once to stop playback. To resume the DVD/CD from the point where the disc stopped, press the (Play/Pause) button. - Press the (Stop) button twice to completely stop playback. The next time you press the (Play/Pause), the disc will start over from the beginning.
Stopping Play Press the (Stop) button during play.

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Pausing Play Press the (Play/Pause) button on your remote control or on the front panel during play.
- Screen stops, no sound. - To resume, press the (Play/Pause) button once again.
Note If the player is left for about 5 minutes in pause mode, it will stop.
Step Motion Play (Except CD) Press the F.ADV button on the remote control during play.
- Each time the button is pressed, a new frame will appear. - No sound is heard during STEP mode. - Press the (Play/Pause) button to resume normal play. - You can only perform step motion play in the forward direction. - No sound is heard during slow mode. - Press the (Play/Pause) button to resume normal play.

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If you are using a 4:3 TV
For 16:9 aspect ratio discs - 4:3 Letter Box Displays the content of the DVD title in 16:9 aspect ratio. The black bars will appear at the top and bottom of the screen. - 4:3 Pan Scan The left and right portions of the screen are cut off and the central portion of the 16:9 screen is displayed. - SCREEN FIT The top and bottom portions of the screen are cut off and a full screen appears. The picture will look vertically stretched. - ZOOM FIT The top, bottom, left and right of the screen are cut off and the central portion of the screen is enlarged.
Note This function may work differently depending on the type of disc.
For 4:3 aspect ratio discs - NORMAL SCREEN Displays the content of the DVD title in 4:3 aspect ratio. - SCREEN FIT The top and bottom portions of the screen are cut off and the full screen appears. The picture will look vertically stretched. - ZOOM FIT The top, bottom, left and right portions of the screen are cut off and the central portion of the screen is enlarged.

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Selecting the Audio Language
You can select a desired audio language quickly and easily with the AUDIO button.
Using the AUDIO button (DVD/MPEG4)
During play, press the AUDIO button. Audio languages change when the /button is pressed repeatedly. The audio languages are represented by abbreviations. DVD

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Notes - To change the desired audio in the Disc Menu, press the DISC MENU button. - This function depends on what audio languages are encoded on the disc and may not work on all DVDs. - A DVD disc can contain up to 8 audio languages. - To have the same audio language come up whenever you play a DVD, see pages 50 to 51.
Press the AUDIO button on the remocon repeatedly to select the desired Audio (MP3, PCM, WMA, AC3 and MPEG) on MPEG4 discs then press the ENTER.

PCM 1/2

MPEG4 is a compressed video format designed to deliver DVD quality video at lower data rates and smaller file sizes. Types of MPEG4 files are DivX or Xdiv. These files have an.avi extension.

. B e c a u s e Yo u Cactus Sad Dayu Wonderful
Wonderful REPEAT Repeat Return

Repeat/Random playback

During play, press the REPEAT button to change the playback mode. There are four modes. Off, Track, Folder and Random. - Off: Normal Playback - Track: Repeats the current song file. - Folder: Repeats the song files which have the same extension in the current folder. - Random: Song files which have the same extension will be played in random order. To resume normal play, press the CLEAR button.

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CD-R MP3/WMA file

When you record MP3 or WMA files on a CD-R, please refer to the following. - Your MP3 or WMA files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format. ISO 9660 format and Joliet MP3 or WMA files are compatible with Microsoft's DOS and Windows, and with Apple's Mac. This format is the most widely used. - When naming your MP3 or WMA files, do not exceed 8 characters, and enter.mp3,.wma as the file extension. General name format : Title.mp3. or Title.wma. When composing your title, make sure that you use 8 characters or less, have no spaces in the name, and avoid the use of special characters including: (.,/,\,=,+). - Use a decompression transfer rate of at least 128 Kbps when recording MP3 files. Sound quality with MP3 files basically depends on the rate of compression/decompression you choose. Getting CD audio sound requires an analog/digital sampling rate, that is conversion to MP3 format, of at least 128 Kbps and up to 160 Kbps. However, choosing higher rates, like 192 Kbps or more, only rarely give better sound quality. Conversely, files with decompression rates below 128 Kbps will not be played properly. - Use a decompression transfer rate of at least 64Kbps when recording WMA files. Sound quality with WMA files basically depends on the rate of compression/decompression you choose. Getting CD audio sound requires an analog/digital sampling rate, that is conversion to WMA format, of at least 64Kbps and up to 192Kbps. Conversely, files with decompression rates below 64Kbps or over 192Kbps will not be played properly. - Do not try recording copyright protected MP3 files. Certain "secured" files are encrypted and code protected to prevent illegal copying. These files are of the following types: Windows MediaTM (registered trade mark of Microsoft Inc) and SDMITM (registered trade mark of The SDMI Foundation). You cannot copy such files. - Important: The above recommendations cannot be taken as a guarantee that the DVD-VCR will play MP3 recordings, or as an assurance of sound quality. You should note that certain technologies and methods for MP3 file recording on CD-Rs prevent optimal playback of these files on your DVD-VCR (degraded sound quality and in some cases, inability of the player to read the files). - This unit can play a maximum of 500 files and 500 folders per disc.

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MPEG4 Playback

MPEG4 Play Function
AVI files are used to contain the audio and video data. Only AVI format files with the.avi extensions can be played.
Open the disc tray. Place the disc on the tray. Close the tray.

WMA JPEG MP3 MPEG4

Press the or buttons to select an avi file (DivX/XviD), then press the ENTER button.
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Repeat Playback

Press the REPEAT button to change playback mode. There are 3 modes, such as Off, Title, Folder - Off : Normal playback. - Title : Repeats the title that is playing. - Folder : Repeats the AVI files which have the same extension in the current folder.

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MPEG4 Function Description
Function ( Skip or ) Description Reference page -
CD-R AVI file This unit can play the following video compression formats within the AVI file format: - DivX 3.11 contents - DivX 4 contents (Based on MPEG4 Simple Profile) - DivX 5 contents (MPEG4 simple profile plus additional features such as bi-directional frames. Qpel and GMC are also supported.) - XviD MPEG4 compliant Contents. This unit supports all resolutions up to maximum below. DivX3.11 & DivX4 & XviD
Bitrate may fluctuate: Device may skip decoding the high bitrate portions and begin decoding again when Bitrate returns to normal.
During play, press the or button, it moves forward or backward 5 minutes. During play, press the SEARCH ( or ) button and press Search again to search at a faster ( or ) speed. Allows you to search at a faster speed in an AVI file. (2X, 4X, 8X) Allows you to search at a Slow Motion slower speed in an AVI file. Play (1/8X, 1/4X, 1/2X) Each time the STEP button Step Motion is pressed, a new frame will Play appear. ZOOM Allows you to zoom in on the screen 2X/4X/2X/Normal in order

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720 x 480 @30fps 720 x 576 @25fps : Maximum bitrate : 4Mbps
- These functions may not work depending on MPEG4 file.
Notes - Some MPEG4 files created on a personal computer may not be able to be played back. That is why Codec Type, Version and Higher resolution higher than the specifications are not supported. - This unit supports CD-R/RW written in MPEG4 in accordance with the ISO9660 format. - When unsupported AVI file is played, there will be a message This file format is not supported.

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Picture CD Playback

Select the desired folder then press the ENTER button.

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Special VCR Playback Features
While a videotape is playing, you can enjoy a variety of special playback features, including Still, Frame Advance, Skip, Repeat, and more. Press the Play/Pause button again to resume normal playback. Frame Advance In the pause mode, press F.ADV to advance to the next frame.
Fps/Rps Review In Play mode, press / (Forward) or / (Rewind) to review at two speeds: - Picture Search: Press and release or (SKIP) buttons to advance the tape forward or backward at 5 times normal speed. - Jet Search: Press and hold down the / (SEARCH) buttons, then release it to play back at the normal speed.
SKIP In Play mode, press the SKIP button to move ahead exactly 30 seconds. Press the SKIP button repeatedly up to 4 times to move ahead 2 minutes.
Repeat - In Play mode, press the REPEAT button to review the last 5 seconds of tape (SP mode). - In Play mode, press the REPEAT button to review the last 15 seconds of tape (SLP mode).

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Using Automatic Tracking

The Tracking adjustment removes the white lines that sometimes appear during playback because of slight differences in recording decks. The TRK button will automatically align the recorded tracks with the playback heads to solve this problem. You may also set tracking manually.
Insert and play a video cassette tape. As soon as the tape begins to play, the VCR begins automatic tracking.

Tracking

If automatic tracking doesnt remove the streaks from the picture, press and hold the TRK/TV CH or TRK/TV CH button until the streaks disappear.

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Selecting the Cassette Type
If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted.
Press the MENU button on the remote control.
Press the buttons to select VCR, then press the or ENTER button.
Press the buttons to select Tape Length, then press the or ENTER button to select the correct cassette length.
Note This information is usually printed on the tape box. The menu cycles through: T-120, T-160 or T-180. Once the type of cassette is set, the VCR can display the amount of time remaining on the tape when you press the INFO. button.

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Setting the Auto Play

If you want your videotapes to play automatically when you insert them, turn on Auto Play.
Note Only tapes that are missing the Record Safety Tab will play automatically when inserted (See page 74).
Press the buttons to select Auto Play, then press the or ENTER button to select On or Off.
- On: The VCR will automatically begin playing a video tape when it is inserted, as long as the safety tab of the cassette has been removed. - Off: Auto play is disabled.

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Setting the Auto Repeat

If you want your videotapes to play repeatedly, turn on Auto Repeat.
Press the buttons to select Auto Repeat, then press the or ENTER button to select On or Off.
- On: The VCR will play a tape repeatedly [unless a tape control is activated (stop, fast forward or rewind)]. - Off: Auto Repeat is disabled.

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Using the Tape Counter

The tape counter: - Indicates the elapsed time in the play and record modes (hours, minutes and seconds). - Is reset when a cassette is inserted in the DVD-VCR. - Allows you to easily find the beginning of a sequence. - If the remaining time is to be calculated correctly, you must indicate the type of cassette being used.
Insert a cassette in your DVDVCR. To set the tape counter to zero at the beginning of a sequence: - Press the INFO. button twice to display the counter - Press the CLEAR button when you want to set the tape counter to zero.
When you are ready, - Start playback or recording. - Press the (Stop) button. - To fast-forward or rewind to the sequence at which the counter was set to zero, press the the / (Forward) or / (Rewind) buttons on the remote control. - Some DVD-VCR information, such as the counter, can be displayed on the television screen. Press the INFO. button: - Once to display the current function, recording speed and counter. - Twice to display the counter only. - Three times to display the time remaining on the cassette. - Four times to clear the display.

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Using the Assemble Edit Function
This function allows you to start a new recording at a specific position on the cassette while maintaining a very smooth scene change.
Insert the cassette to be edited in your DVD-VCR.
Press the (Play/Pause) button to start playback.
When you reach the position from which you wish to start the new recording, press the (Play/Pause) button.
Press the F.ADV button as often as necessary to advance frame by frame, until the exact recording position is located.

You can record a TV show in progress by inserting a blank tape and pressing the REC button. You can even add time in 30-minute increments up to 4 hours by pressing the REC button repeatedly; see page 76. Note Be sure your videotape has a Record Safety Tab. If the tab is missing, you can cover the opening with a small piece of tape. Warning: Do not cover this opening unless you are sure you want to record over the tape. Before You Begin. - Power on the DVD-VCR - Power on the TV
Protecting a Recorded Cassette
Video cassettes have a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure. When this tab has been removed, you cannot record on the tape. If you wish to protect a cassette, break off the tab using a small screwdriver. To re-record over a protected cassette (safety tab broken), cover the hole with adhesive tape.

Recording

Insert a blank VHS tape into the VCR deck. Make sure the tape is long enough to record the entire program. Press the SPEED button to set the record speed. (See page 77)
Press the INPUT SEL. or button to select Line 1 or 2 if recording from an external device connected to the front or rear jacks, respectively.

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Press the REC button on the remote control or front panel. For options while recording is in progress, see Special Recording Features on this page.
Note Recording from the DVD to the VCR is not possible.
Pause/Resume Recording Press the (Play/Pause) button. Press the REC button again to resume.
Stop Recording Press the (Stop) button.
Special Recording Features
While a recording is in progress, you can watch a DVD, or add recording time in 30-minute increments.
To Watch a DVD while Recording
Insert a DVD in the DVD tray and press the (Play/Pause). The output will automatically change to the DVD.

To Add Recording Time

See One-Touch Recording (OTR) on page 76.

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Using One-Touch Recording
One-Touch Recording (OTR) allows you to add recording time in 30-minute increments up to 4 hours at the touch of a button.
Insert a blank VHS tape into the VCR deck.
Use the CH or buttons to select the desired TV channel, or press the INPUT SEL. button to select Line 1 or 2 if recording from an external device connected to the front or rear jacks, respectively.
Press the REC button on the remote control or front panel.
While in Record mode, press the REC button again to activate One-Touch Recording (OTR). Record length 0:30 appears on the On-screen display and the DVD-VCR will record for exactly 30 minutes.

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Add Recording Time Continue pressing REC button to add recording time in 30 minute increments up to 4 hours. The DVD-VCR stops recording automatically when the time has elapsed. The DVD-VCR will automatically be turned off when the OTR finished.

Disc does not play.

5.1 channel sound is not being reproduced.
The icon appears on screen.
Disc Menu doesnt appear. Play mode differs from the Setup Menu selection. The screen ratio cannot be changed. No audio.

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The screen is blocked Forgot password
Press the / button for more than 5 seconds with no disc in the unit. All settings will revert to the factory settings. From a cold start with no disc in unit, press the / button simultaneously on the front panel for 5 seconds. All settings including the password will revert to the factory settings. Don't use this unless absolutely necessary. Go to the contents and find the section of the instruction book that contains the explanations regarding the current problem, and follow the procedure once again. If the problem still cannot be solved, please contact your nearest authorized service center. Make sure that the disc is not dirty or scratched. Clean the disc.
If you experience other problems.
The picture is noisy or distorted

Identifying VCR Problems

No power You cannot insert a video cassette The television program was not recorded
Timer recording was unsuccessful No playback picture or the picture is
Check that the power plug is connected to a wall outlet. A video cassette can only be inserted with the window
side up and the safety tab facing you.
Check the DVD-VCR antenna/cable connections. Is the DVD-VCR tuner properly set? Check if the safety tab is intact on the cassette. Re-check the recording start/stop time settings. If there was a power failure or interruption during timer

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recording, the recording will have been cancelled.
Check to see if you are using a prerecorded tape.

distorted

You cannot see normal broadcasts Noise bars or streaks on playback When the button is pressed during playback, the still picture has severe noise bar streaks Video Head Cleaning Check the tuner or external setting. It should be on tuner. Check the TV or VCR antenna connections. Press the TRK buttons to minimize this effect. A still picture may have noise bars, depending on the
condition of the tape. Press the TRK buttons during slow motion to minimize this effect.
If poor pictures appear on a variety of cassettes, the video

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