Goodmans GHDD177DVDR User manual

GHDD177DVDR
Digital Versatile Disc/Hard Disk Recorder
with Remote Control
User Guide

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HDD and DVD
2-1 HDD and DVD Operations ....................... 37
Basic HDD Playback ................................... 37
Basic DVD Playback .................................. 37
Returning to Menu Screen During HDD Playback ...... 37
Stopping DVD Playback and Returning to the
Menu Screen (If a Menu Screen is Available on
the Disc)................................... 38
Stopping HDD Playback ............................. 38
Stopping DVD Playback ............................. 38
Fast Forward (Fast Backward) ........................... 38
Skipping Chapters .................................... 38
Pausing Playback ............................. 39
Frame Advance (Step) ............................... 39
Slow-Motion During Playback .......................... 39
Selecting Scenes by Title Number ...................... 39
Selecting Scenes by Chapter Number .................. 40
Selecting Scenes by Time ................................ 40
Selecting Audio System During Playback ............... 40
Selecting Subtitle During Playback .................. 41
Getting Started
Important Safeguards ....................... 4
Important Notes ................................ 6
Important Safety Instructions .................... 7
Precautions ................................................... 8
About This Manual ...................................... 9
How to Proceed in This Manual ...................... 9
Package Contents ............................... 11
Parts and Controls ................................ 12
Front View ................................................12
Rear View ...............................................12
Remote Control .........................................13
The Remote Control ................................. 14
Installing the batteries ...................................14
Using the remote control................................14
Connecting External Equipment .............. 15
Connecting to a TV .....................................15
Connecting to a Sky Box ...............................16
Connecting to a TV Using S-Video Cable ..........17
Connecting to a TV Using Component Video Cable ..18
Connecting to an AV Amplifier .......................19
Connecting to Other AV Equipment ..................20
Quick Recording ............................. 21
HDD Quick Recording .....................................21
DV Operation .................................. 22
DV Control Function..............................22
Quick Playback .................................. 23
HDD Playback .....................................23
DVD Playback ...............................23
1Recording Functions
1-1 Before recording ........................... 24
Record Quality Setting ............................... 24
Erase/Format Setting ...........................24
Finalize Setting .......................................24
1-2 Recording ................................. 25
Recording TV Programmes to HDD ......................25
Recording to HDD Whilst Watching......................26
Contents
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Video Plus+ Recording ....................... 27
Timer Recording (HDD Only) ............................. 28
To Record From External Source .................. 29
Timeshift Operation in HDD .............................. 30
1-3 Editing...........................................31
Deleting HDD Recording Titles .......................... 31
Dubbing HDD Recording Titles .................. 31
Editing Title Names In HDD .................... 32
Editing Title Names In the Title Menu in DVD .............33
Erase Chapter .................................. 33
Protect/Unprotect Title ...........................33
Play Full Title ..................................33
Edit Title Name .................................. 33
New Picture ..................................34
Upload to HDD ..................................34
Editing Title During DVD Playback ................35
Insert Chapter .................................. 35
Delete Chapter ..................................35
Hide Chapter .................................. 35
Show Chapter ..................................36
Change Thumbnail ..................................36
Upload to HDD ..................................36

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Audio CDs
3-1 Audio CD Playback ....................... 45
Basic Playback ....................................... 45
Adding Audio CD Tracks into play List ........... 46
Adding All Audio CD Tracks into play List ......... 46
Deleting Tracks from Play List .................... 47
Deleting
All Music Tracks from Play List ............ 48
Stopping Playback ............................. 48
Fast Foward (Fast Backward) ........................ 48
Skipping Tracks Ahead or Back .........................48
Pausing Playback ...................................... 49
Repeat a Music Sequence Between Two Points
(A-B Repeat) ............................. 49
Repeating Playback ......................... 49
Displaying Disc Information ......................... 49
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Picture CDs
4-1 Kodak and JPEG Picture CDS ...... 50
Playing Picture CDs .............................. 50
Stopping Playback to Display the File List................ 50
Selecting Picture Files into Play List................ 51
Adding All Picture Files into Play List ................ 51
Deleting Picture Files from Play List................ 52
Deleting All Picture Files from File List ................ 52
Viewing Pictures through Other Functions ......... 53
Contents
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Initial Settings
5 Initial Settings .................................... 56
5-1 Channel Setup ..................... 56
Auto Tuning System Setting .............................. 56
Fine Tune Setting.............................. 57
Programme Swap Setting........................... 57
Erase Programme Setting .............................. 57
5-2 Record / Disc Setup ...................... 58
Record Quality Setting ................................ 58
Auto Chapter Setting .................................... 59
Disc Info. Setting ...................................... 60
Format HDD Setting ............................... 60
Scandisk HDD Setting ............................. 61
Make Finalize Setting ................................. 62
Make Compatible Setting ........................... 62
Erase/Format Setting ............................. 63
Protect Disc ................................. 63
5-3 Video Setup ............................... 64
TV Type Setting ....................................... 64
TV System Setting ....................................... 65
Subtitle Setting ....................................... 65
Video Output Setting................................. 66
5-4 System Setup ................................ 67
RATINGS Setting [DVD]................................ 67
Change/Delete PASSWORD Setting [DVD].............. 68
Version Setting ................................ 69
Factory Reset Setting ................................ 69
5-5 Timer Setup .............................. 70
Video Plus+ Setting (HDD Only) .......................... 70
Timer Recording (HDD Only) .............................. 71
Date/Time Setting .................................... 72
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For Your Reference
6-1 Troubleshooting ............................ 73
6-2 Disc Handling and Maintenance...75
6-3 Definition of Terms ....................... 76
Selecting Angle During Playback ........................ 41
Displaying the Information of the Scene ............... 41
Repeating a Sequence Between Two Specific
Points (A-B Repeat) .......................... 42
Repeating HDD Playback ................................ 42
Repeating DVD Playback .......................... 42
Zooming During Playback ................................ 43
Changing Audio Soundtrack Language .................. 43
Changing Subtitles ................................ 44
Viewing from Different Angles ........................... 44

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Important Safeguards
BLUE
(NEUTRAL)
OUTER
SLEEVE
CORD GRIP
BROWN
(LIVE)
FUSE
For your own safety read following instructions carefully before attempting to connect this
recorder to the mains.
Mains Supply: 230 ~ 50Hz - AC only
This unit is designed to operate on a 230V~50Hz supply only. Connecting it to other power
sources may damage it. Ensure that the supply corresponds to the information on the rating
label at the rear of the recorder.
This component system may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to
change the fuse in a non-rewireable plug the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover
becomes lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement, available from
the manufacturer, is obtained. It is important that the colour of the replacement fuse cover
corresponds with the colour marking on the base of the plug.
If the plug needs to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or becomes
damaged, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted following the wiring instructions
below. The plug must then be disposed of safely, as insertion into a 13A socket is likely to
cause an electrical hazard.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains plug should be connected
as shown in the diagram.
The colours of the wires in the mains lead of
the unit may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug.
Connect them 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.
There should be no connection to the earth terminal of your plug.
If a 13 Amp (BS 1363) Plug is used, a 3 Amp Fuse must be fitted, or if any other type of
Plug is used a 3 Amp or 5 Amp Fuse must be fitted, either in the Plug or Adaptor, or on the
Distribution Board.
This symbol means that this unit is double insulated. An earth connection is not
required.
DANGER
LASER SAFETY
CAUTION : USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK FAILED OR
DEFEATED. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM
This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the
cover or attempt to service
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, disconnect from the mains before removing cover. No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

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Important Safeguards -continued
To Achieve the utmost in enjoyment and performance, please read this manually carefully before
attemptiong to operate the unit in order to became familiar with its features, and assure you years
of faithful, trouble free performance and listening pleasure.
Important Notes
• Keep instructions the safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
• Avoid installing the unit in locations described below:
Exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as eletric heaters.
On top of other stereo equipment that radiate too much heat.
Places lacking ventilation or dusty places.
Places subject to constant vibration.
Humid or moist places.
• Make sure not to obstruct the ventilation opening.
• Operate turning controls and switches as instructed in the manual.
• Before turning on the power for the first time, make certain the power cord is properly installed.
• Store your DVDs in a cool area to avoid damage from heat.
For safety reasons, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the
product. Refer any servicing to qualified personal.
Do not attempt to remove any screws or open the casing of the unit; there are no user serviceable
parts inside, refer all servicing to qualified service personal.
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK), NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONAL.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
Conductor dangerous votage, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons is present within this product’s enclosure.
ATTENTION
The owner’s manual contains important operating and maintenance instructions, for
your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.
Note:
This unit will become warm when used for a long period of time. This is normal and does not
indicate a problem with the unit.

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Important Notes
Hearing is very important to you and to us so please take care when operating this equipment.
It is strongly recommended that you follow the listed guidelines in order to prevent possible
damage or loss of hearing.
ESTABLISH A SAFE SOUND LEVEL
• Over time your hearing will adapt to continuous loud sounds and will give the impression that
the volume has in fact been reduced. What seems normal to you may in fact that be harmful.
To guard against this BEFORE YOUR HEARING ADAPTS set the volume at a low level.
• Slowly increase the level until you can hear comfortable and clearly and without distortion
• Damage to your hearing is accumulative and is irreversible.
• Any ringing or discomfort in the ears indicates that the volume is maybe too loud.
Once your have established a comfortable listening level, DO NOT INCREASE THE SOUND
LEVEL FURTHER.
The following list of typical sound levels may assist you in recognising just how loud you have
set the volume level.
DECIBLE
Level(dB) Example
30dB Quiet library, soft whisper.
40dB Living room, fridge frezzer bedroom away from traffic.
50dB Normal conservation, quiet office, light traffic.
60dB Electric sewing machine.
70dB Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
THE FOLLOWING NOISE CAN BE HARMFUL UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
80dB Average city traffic, alarm clock buzzer at 2 feet, food mixer.
90dB Motorcycle heavy goods vehicle, petrol lawn mower.
100dB Pneumatic drill, chair saw, garbage truck, discotheque/night-club.
120dB Rock band concert, thunderclap fast train passing by.
PERMANENT LOSS OF HEARING
140dB THRESHOLD OF PAIN GUNSHOT 2 feet away, Jet plane taking off.

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Since it is usual for DVD movies to be released
at different times in different regions of the world,
all players have region codes and disc can have
an optional region code. If you load a disc of a
different region code to your player, you will see
the region code notice on the screen. The disc
will not play, and should be unloaded.
(Possible region codes:)
There are 6 regions (also called “locals”).
Each DVD player and disc will be played in
one region ONLY.
1: Canada, U.S., U.S. Territories
2: Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East
(including Egypt)
3: Southeast Asia, East Asia (including Hong
Kong)
4: Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands,
Central America, Mexico, South America,
Caribbean
5: Former Soviet Union, Indian Subcontinent,
Africa (also North Korea, Mongolia)
6: China
Never make or change connections with the
power switched on.
CAUTION VISIBLE AND INVISBLE
LASER RADIATION WHEN
OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE
TO BEAM (WARNING
LOCATION: INSIDE ON
LASER COVER SHIELD)
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by method claims of
certain U.S. patents and other intellectual prop-
erty 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 un-
less otherwise authorized by Macrovision Cor-
poration. Reverse engineering or disassembly
is prohibited.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The
apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing
and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
Important Safety Instructions
This symbol on the product or in the
instructions means that your electrical
and electronic equipment should be
disposed at the end of its life separately
from your household waste. There are
separate collection systems for recycling
in the EU.
For more information, please contact
the local authority or your retailer where
you purchased the product.

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Please read these precautions before operating this unit.
Power cord protection
To avoid any malfunctions of the unit, and to protect against electric shock, fire or personal injury, please
observe the following.
Hold the plug firmly when connecting or disconnecting the AC power cord.
Keep the AC power cord away from heating appliances.
Never put any heavy object on the AC power cord.
Do not attempt to repair or reconstruct the AC power cord in any way.
Placement
Avoid placing the unit in areas of:
direct sunlight or heating radiators, or closed automobiles
high temperature (over 350C) or high humidity (over 90%)
much dust as the internal parts may be seriously damaged.
Non-use periods
When the unit is not being used, turn it off. When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should
be unplugged from the household AC outlet.
No fingers or other objects inside
Touching internal parts of this unit is dangerous, and may cause serious damage to the unit. Do not at-
tempt to disassemble the unit.
Do not put any foreign object on the disc tray.
Keep away from water/magnet
Keep the unit away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc. If liquids are spilled into the unit, serious dam-
age could occur.
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the unit.
Stacking
Place the unit in a horizontal position, and do not place anything heavy on it.
Condensation
Moisture may form on the lens in the following conditions:
immediately after a heater has been turned on
in a steamy or very humid room
when the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a warm one If moisture forms inside this
unit, it may not operate properly. In this case, turn on the power and wait about one hour for the mois-
ture to evaporate.
 If there is noise interference on the TV while a broadcast is being received
Depending on the reception condition of the TV, interference may appear on the TV monitor while you
watch a TV broadcast and the unit is left on. This is not a malfunction of the unit or the TV. To watch a
TV broadcast, turn off the unit.
Precautions

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About This Manual
Thank you for purchasing this HDD/DVD Recorder. We sincerely hope you can enjoy the
pleasure of recording and playing back pictures through this quality unit with only certain simple
operations to follow. Through this HDD/DVD Recorder, you can watch DVDs, play audio CDs, or
watch TV shows through external devices. What’s more, you can record programs to HDD and
backup your archives to a DVD+RW disc.
This HDD/DVD Recorder supports the following Media Formats:
--Playable format
 DVD, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, VCD, SVCD, CD-DA, Mixed CD-DA, MP3,
WMA Audio CD, JPEG file disc and Kodak Picture disc.
--Recordable disc format
 DVD+RW (Application Programme)
 DVD+R
How to Proceed in This Manual
Using the DVD recorder and its features may be confusing at first. Please follow the order below
to help you to set up your DVD recorder.
1Check the contents of the package.
Refer to the section of “PACKAGE CONTENTS” in the manual that was included with this unit.
You should have the items listed in the section.
2Get acquainted with the recorder.
Refer to the sections of “Parts and Controls” in the manual. It will let you get familiar with the
parts and buttons on the main unit and remote control as you proceed throughout the manual.
3Make the necessary connections.
Refer to the section of “CONNECTIONS” in the manual. It will guide you how to make the
connections with external audio and video device.
4
Set the necessary settings from the initial setup menu.
Before you operate the DVD recorder, refer to the section of Chapter 4:Initial Settings in
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the manual. It will provide on-screen menus with different options to let you select the proper
settings corresponding to the system.
5Record a disc.
You can record your favourite shows from local cable TV, or music and picture from an external
audio and video device to HDD and backup them onto a DVD+R or DVD+RW media. Refer to
section of Chapter 1-2 Recording in the manual.
6Play back a disc.
After making all the connections and menu setups, you can start to play DVD, DVD+R, DVD+RW,
DVD-R, DVD-RW, JEPG photo CD, Video CD, MP3, or CD discs with the recorder. Refer to section
of Chapter 2-1 : HDD and DVD Operations , or Chapter 3-1 : Audio CD Playback.