Grundig GDR 5500 User manual

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DVD-RECORDER
GDR 5500
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CONTENTS____________________________________________
5-6 GDR 5500 DVD Recorder
5 Special features of your DVD recorder
5 Disc formats
6 Packing contents
7 Set-up and safety
8-13 Overview
8 The front of the DVD recorder
9 Displays on the DVD recorder
10-11 The back of the DVD recorder
12-13 The remote control
14-20 Connection and preparation
14 Connecting a rooftop antenna or cable feed
15-18 Connecting a television or flat screen
18 Connecting an audio system with analogue two-channel stereo sound
19 Connecting a digital multi-channel amplifier or digital two channel
audio system
20 Connecting the mains cable
20 Inserting batteries in the remote control
21-24 Initial setup
21 Switching on the DVD recorder
21-22 Initial setup
23 Setting the TV system (video output format)
23 Selecting the screen format of your television set
24 Menus and menu directions
25 Before playback
25 Preparation
25 Inserting a disc
25 Removing discs
26-35 Playback
26 DVD playback
27 DVD+RW/+R/–RW/–R playback
28 S-VCD/VCD playback
29-32 Playback audio/video files
33 Picture data CD playback
34 KODAK picture CD playback
35 Audio CD playback

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36-39 Playback convenience functions
36 Selecting titles and chapters
36 Selecting functions in the playback menu
36 Pausing and resuming playback
37 Frame search
37 Slow motion
37 Frame-by-frame playback
37 Selecting camera angles for scenes
37 Enlarging and moving the screen section (zoom)
38 Switching the dubbed language or the audio format
38 Selecting and displaying subtitles
38 Creating and playing a playlist
39 Repeating a chapter, a title or a disc
39 Repeating a selected section (A-B Repeat)
40-41 Recording
40 Recording options
40 Suitable discs for recording
40 Unsuitable discs
40 Initialising discs
41 Recording quality and time
42-43 One touch recording
42 Preparing for recording
42 Manually recording television programmmes from the antenna or the cable
feed
43 Manually recording television programmes from the satellite receiver
43 Finalising a disc (DVD+R/–R and DVD-RW)
43 Error messages
44-47 Delayed recording
44-45 Programming recording by entering the data for the television programme
46 Messages during or after programming a recording
47 Checking, modifying or deleting recording information
48-56 Managing recording data
48-50 Edit title
50 Editing the names of recordings
51 Deleting titles (recordings) from the disc
51-52 Overwrite title
52 Overwrite disc
53 Entering the name of the disc
54 Deleting the content of the disc (DVD+RW/–RW)
54 Record title
55 Finalising title editing
55 Lock disc
56 Finalising a disc (DVD+R/–R or DVD-RW only)
56 Deleting the content of the disc (DVD+RW/–RW)
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57-58 Copying
57 Connection and preparation
58 Recording from external devices
59-60 Using a decoder
59 Connection and preparation
60 Recording pay TV programmes
61-62 USB operation
61 Connection and preparation
61 Playback of content from external data devices
62 Archiving contents from external data devices on the DVD recorder
63 Child lock
63 Authorising the contents of a DVD
63 Changing the access code (password)
64 Audio settings
64 Selecting the digital output
64 Switching the dynamic range (volume range) on/off
65-67 Personal settings
65 Language settings
66 Switching the screen saver on/off
66 Setting the signal type for the video output socket
67 Recording settings
68-71 Special settings
68 Tuning television channels automatically
68-69 Assigning channel positions manually
69 Sorting television stations
70 Setting the time and date
70 Switching the DVD recorder to another Grundig remote control
71 DivX©Video registration
71 Resetting the DVD recorder to its original condition
72-74 Information
72 Technical data
72 General instructions on laser devices
73 Troubleshooting
74 Environmental note
74 Cleaning discs
74 Software information
75 Additional information for units sold in the UK.
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Special features of your DVD recorder
Your DVD recorder provides you with perfect digital video recording
and playback in studio quality.
It also provides superb cinema-quality audio playback – in stereo or
with digital multi-channel sound – depending on the type of disc and
audio system or stereo television.
Other features of DVD video include the choice of audio channel and
language, choice of subtitle language, and various camera recording
angles. Your DVD recorder is suitable for DVDs with regional code 2.
In addition to DVDs it can play DivX©Video CDs, MP3 CDs, video CDs, S
Video CDs, JPEG encoded (photo) CDs, KODAK picture CDs, WMA
CDs and audio CDs.
MP3, WMA and JPEG data can be played on both CD-ROM and
DVD-ROM.
Disc formats
DVD+RWs/–RWs and DVD+Rs/–Rs are suitable for recording and
playback.
Due to the difference in quality of the recording media and the quality of
the recording itself, it can occasionally happen that some recorded
DVDs or CDs cannot be read. This does not indicate a malfunction on
the part of the DVD recorder.
You must finalise your own recordings on DVD+Rs/–Rs so that you can
play them on a DVD player.
When MP3 CDs are played back, individual tracks or pictures may be
skipped or incorrectly played back. This can be due to the disc configu-
ration, the encoder software or the hardware used for the recording.
Audio CDs (CDDA) meet the specification and bear the corresponding
logo. Copy-protected CDs do not meet this specification and do not
bear the corresponding logo. These CDs can cause playback errors.
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Packing contents
1GDR 5500 DVD Recorder
2Remote control
32 Batteries, 1.5 V, Micro type
4EURO-AV cable
5Mains cable
6 DVD+RW
7Antenna cable
8Digital cable (audio)
9Cinch cable (audio and video)
10 Operating manual
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SET-UP AND SAFETY___________________________
Please note the following information when setting up your DVD recorder:
This DVD recorder is designed to record and play back video and audio
signals.
Any other use is expressly prohibited.
If the DVD recorder is subjected to a sudden change in temperature, for
example if it is brought in from the cold to a warm room, connect it to the
mains supply and let it stand for at least two hours before you insert a disc.
The DVD recorder is designed for use in dry rooms. If you do use it in the
open, please ensure that it is protected from moisture, such as rain or water
splashes.
Place the DVD recorder on a hard, level surface. Do not place any objects
such as newspapers on the DVD recorder, or any cloth or similar items
underneath it.
Do not place the DVD recorder directly on top of an AV receiver or a sub-
woofer. The laser optics are sensitive to temperature and shocks.
Do not place the DVD recorder close to heating units or in direct sunlight, as
this will impair cooling.
Do not insert foreign objects in the disc compartment of the DVD recorder.
Never open the DVD recorder casing under any circumstances. No warran-
ty claims are accepted for damage resulting from improper handling.
Do not place any vessels filled with liquid, such as vases, on the DVD
recorder, as they may spill liquid, thus presenting a safety risk.
Thunderstorms are a danger to all electrical devices. Even if the DVD
recorder is switched off, it can be damaged by a lightning strike to the
mains. Always disconnect the mains and antenna plugs during a storm.
If the DVD recorder fails to read a DVD or CD properly, clean the disc with a
soft cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre outwards. Do not use cleaning CDs
to clean the laser optics. This can damage the optics.
Always keep the disc compartment closed to prevent dust from collecting on
the laser optics.
This DVD recorder successfully combines technology and environmental
friendliness in its overall design. Only environmentally-friendly, high-quality
materials have been used. The batteries included contain no mercury or
cadmium.
Note:
Do not connect any other equipment while the device is switched on. Switch
off the other equipment as well before connecting it.
Only plug the device into the mains socket after you have connected the
external devices and the antenna.
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The front of the DVD recorder
ǼSwitches the DVD recorder out of and back into stand-by
mode.
In stand-by mode, the current time and the day of the
week appear on the display.
IN USB interface for connecting an external data carrier
(under the cover panel).
VIDEO IN Video/audio input sockets for connecting a
L AUDIO IN R camcorder (under the cover panel).
iDV IN Video/audio input socket (Fire Wire IEEE 1394) for
connecting a digital camcorder (under the cover panel).
Compartment for disc media.
Display.
əOpens and closes the disc compartment.
8Starts playback.
Confirms the options selected in the menus.
7Interrupts playback and recording;
pressing twice switches to stop position;
activates the selected menu.
56 Select the previous/next chapter or section during playb-
ack (press briefly).
Move the cursor in the menus to the left or right.
pressing »6« longer calls up the main menu;
move the cursor right/left in the menus;
»5« quits the menu.
– PROG + Select TV channels – »–« up, »+« down;
move the cursor up and down in the menus.
SOURCE Selects input sources.
●Starts the recording and enters the switch-off time
(in 30 minute steps).
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Displays on the DVD recorder
REPEAT ALL Repeat functions activated
REPEAT A-B
MP3 MP3 CD inserted
P N PAL or NTSC standard is selected
SVCD S-Video CD, video CD or audio CD inserted
ŀPlayback
!Pause/freeze-frame
DVD DVD inserted
PBC PBC function (playback control) for S-Video CD or
video CD is activated
CHANNEL Selected channel
dts Information on the type of audio signal
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REC Recording
ȄREC Timer recording
ANGLE The DVD provides various camera angles
PROGRAM Function is activated
L/R Stereo audio signal selected
RANDOM Random function is activated
Su ... Sa Current day of the week
0000000 Alphanumerical display for various information such
as the title, chapter, playing time
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The back of the DVD recorder
ANTENNA
ANTENNA IN Antenna input socket
(for the rooftop antenna).
OUT ➞TV Antenna output socket
(to the television).
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT Video output socket
for connecting a television or AV receiver
with a cinch socket.
S-VIDEO OUT Video output socket
for connecting a television or AV receiver
with an S-Video socket.
Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr Video output socket for connecting a tele-
vision, flat screen or projector
(YUV standard).
AUDIO OUT
L AUDIO OUT R Audio output sockets (left/right analogue
channel) for connecting an audio system.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Audio output sockets (coaxial)
for PCM/Dolby digital/DTS signals.
For connecting to a digital multi-channel
audio/video amplifier or AV receiver.
Audio output socket (optical) for PCM/
Dolby digital/ DTS signals.
For connecting to a digital multi-channel
audio/video amplifier or AV receiver.
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ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
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Pr
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VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
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OVERVIEW____________________________________________
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN Video input socket for connecting a video
recorder, DVD player or AV receiver with
a cinch socket.
S-VIDEO IN Video input socket for connecting a
SVHS-video recorder or AV receiver with
a S-Video socket.
AUDIO IN
L R Audio input sockets (left/right analogue
channel) for connecting a video recorder,
DVD player or an audio system.
EURO AV1 ➞TV Euro/AV socket (input/output),
for the television.
EURO AV2 ➞DECODER Euro/AV (Scart) socket (input/output)
for an external device.
AC 110-240V~ Power cord socket.
50/60 Hz 35W max.
Caution:
Do not connect any other equipment while the device is switched
on. Switch off the other equipment as well before connecting it.
Only plug the device into the mains socket after you have connected
the external devices and the antenna.
Never touch the inside of the sockets and plugs of the connecting
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OVERVIEW____________________________________________
The remote control
ǼSwitches the DVD recorder out of and back into
stand-by mode.
In stand-by mode, the current time and day of the
week appear in the display.
DISPL Selects the info menu.
yFor selecting and displaying subtitles* on the DVD
during playback.
dSwitches between the original and dubbed language*
during DVD playback
Switches between the various sound formats.
vZooms in on scenes* during playback.
cFor setting bookmarks.
1 … 0 Number buttons for entering various data.
»0« Selects sources.
➞•Selects a search by title, chapter or time.
bSelects various repeat functions.
A-B For marking selected sections* for repeated playback.
CL Deletes a programmed timer position.
Adds chapters or sections to the favorites list, deletes
titles from the favourites list
RND Selects the RANDOM PLAY* function.
PROG Selects the favourites list*.
DV Selects the DIGITAL CAMERA input source.
I/P When stopped: Switches the picture signal between
“Progressive mode” and “Interlace mode”. In the
“Scart output” menu, the video output must be set to
“YUV”.
nSelects various camera angles* for certain scenes or
passages on the DVD during playback.
%Switches to forwards slow motion* at various speeds
during playback.
!Freeze frame for DVDs, DivX©Video-CDs and video
CDs.
Pause for WMA CDs, audio CDs and MP3 CDs.
Moves the picture forward frame by frame.
* Depends on the disc in use.
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7Interrupts and resumes playback;
pressing twice switches to the stop position.
Hold down to open or close the disc compartment.
8Closes the disc compartment.
Starts playback.
56 Select the previous/next chapter or section during
playback.
m, Switch to forwards/reverse picture search at various
speeds during playback.
iCalls up the main menu for the DVD recorder.
ASa s Selects various functions in the menus;
select TV channels, »S« up, »A« down.
OK Pressing once displays various information on the
television screen during playback (e.g. title-/chapter
number);
pressing twice displays the playback menu.
Confirms the options selected in the menus.
xSwitches up one menu level.
MENU .Opens the disc menu* of a DVD during playback.
TOP Calls up the title menu* of the DVD during playback.
MENU .
SELECT Switches between external USB source and disc or
TV mode.
SETUP Opens and closes the set-up menu of the DVD
recorder.
– z+Adjust the volume.
(red) Deletes files.
ѕ(green) Selects the »Timer list« menu.
(yellow) Calls up the file browser or the favourites list.
ň(blue) Opens and closes the »Edit mode« menu.
●Starts the recording and enters the switch-off time
(in 30 minute steps).
Q-SET Selects the recording quality.
SOURCE Selects input sources.
dSwitches the DVD recorder to and from mute during
playback.
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Note:
Do not connect any other equipment while the device is swit-
ched on. Switch off the other equipment as well before connec-
ting it.
Only plug the device into the mains socket after you have
connected the external devices and the antenna.
Connecting a rooftop antenna or cable feed
1Plug the cable of the rooftop antenna or cable feed into the
antenna socket »ANTENNA IN« on the DVD recorder.
2Plug the antenna cable supplied into the »OUT ➞TV« socket
on the DVD recorder and the antenna socket on the television
set or flat screen.
CONNECTION AND PREPARATION__
ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
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Pb
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VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
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AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
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ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
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VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
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AUDIO OUT
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Connecting a television or flat screen
You have four options, depending on the sockets you have on your
television or flat screen:
– For the best picture quality, make the connection at the EURO-AV
socket using a fully assigned EURO-AV cable. Here you have the
option of setting the output formats Interlace or Progressive Scan
(see page 66).
– Connection via the cinch sockets Y, Pb/Cb and Pr/Cr (video
signals) and the AUDIO OUT cinch sockets (audio signals).
This connection (Progressive Scan) can also be used for projec-
tors.
– The standard connection for many devices, and one which
provides good quality, is via the S-VIDEO OUT socket and the
AUDIO OUT cinch sockets.
– The simplest option which stills offers sufficient quality is to connect
the VIDEO OUT socket and AUDIO OUT sockets using cinch
cables.
Connect the DVD recorder directly to the television or flat screen.
If you connect a video recorder in between, the DVD’s copy
protection may impair the picture quality.
Connect the television or flat screen – using a
cinch cable (Progressive Scan)
Caution:
This connection transmits video signals at a high frequency
range. Before you first switch on the device, please check
whether your television, flat screen or projector is suitable for
this use.
GRUNDIG accepts no liability for damage resulting from
negligent usage.
Notes:
If you connect the DVD recorder using the »EURO AV1 ➞,
TV« sockets via an adapter, you must carry out the setting
described in the “Selecting the video output socket” section on
page 66.
Then you can use the »I/P« button to select whether the video
signal is provided in progressive mode or interlace mode.
Depending on the model of television, flat screen or projector,
you have to activate the relevant input sockets on the device.
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CONNECTION AND PREPARATION__
Connect the television or flat screen – using a
cinch cable (Progressive Scan)
1Plug a standard cinch cable into the »Y«, »Pb/Cb« and
»Pr/Cr« sockets on the DVD recorder and the corresponding
socket (e.g. VIDEO IN or COMPONENT Y PB/CB PR/CR) on the
television, flat screen or projector.
2Plug standard cinch cables into the »L AUDIO OUT R« sockets
on the DVD recorder and the corresponding sockets (AUDIO
IN) on the television, flat screen or projector.
ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
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VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
L
REURO A
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ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
Cr
VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
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Connecting a television or flat screen using a
EURO-AV (Scart) cable
1Plug a standard EURO-AV cable into the »EURO AV1 ➞
TV« socket of the DVD recorder and into the corresponding
socket of the television or flat screen.
Connecting a television or flat screen using
a Y/C (S-VIDEO) cable and cinch cables
1Plug a standard Y/C cable into the »S-VIDEO OUT« socket
on the DVD recorder and the corresponding socket (S VIDEO
IN) on the television or flat screen.
2Plug standard cinch cables into the »L AUDIO OUT R« sockets
on the DVD recorder and the corresponding sockets (AUDIO
IN) on the television or flat screen.
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VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
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AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
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ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
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VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
L
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ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
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VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
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R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
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ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
Cr
VIDEO IN AUDIOIN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
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Connecting a television or flat screen using cinch
cables
1Plug a standard cinch cable into the »VIDEO OUT« socket on
the DVD recorder and the corresponding socket (VIDEO IN) on
the television or flat screen.
2Plug standard cinch cables into the »L AUDIO OUT R« sockets
on the DVD recorder and the corresponding sockets (AUDIO
IN) on the television or flat screen.
Connecting an audio system with analogue
two-channel stereo sound
As an alternative to using the television’s speakers, the sound can
also be played back through an audio system. This can improve the
sound quality.
1Plug a standard cinch cable into the »L AUDIO OUT R« socket
on the DVD recorder and the corresponding sockets on the
audio system.
Caution:
Do not connect the »L AUDIO OUT R« sockets on the DVD
recorder to the PHONO (record player) input socket on the
audio system.
CONNECTION AND PREPARATION__
ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
Cr
VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
L
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U
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ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
Cr
VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
L
REU
R
EUR
O
ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
Cr
VIDEO IN AUDIOIN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
L
REURO AV 1 TV
EURO AV 2 DECODER
R
L
AUDIO
INPUT
VIDEO
ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
Cr
VIDEO IN AUDIOIN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
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Connecting a digital multi-channel amplifier or
digital two-channel audio system
A multi-channel audio/video amplifier (Dolby* digital decoder or
DTS** – Digital Theatre System) decodes the digital multi-channel
sound of the DVD to provide optimum sound quality.
1Plug the cinch cable supplied into the »DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT« socket on the DVD recorder and the corresponding
socket on the digital multi-channel amplifier;
or
plug a standard optical cable into the »DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT« socket on the DVD recorder and the corresponding
socket on the digital multi-channel amplifier.
Note:
Even if you are using a digital connection, you should still make
an analogue audio connection (see page 18) because depen-
ding on the disc type, the »DIGITAL AUDIO OUT« socket
may not be able to transfer the signal.
CONNECTION AND PREPARATION__
* Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“Dolby”, “Dolby Pro Logic”, “Dolby Digital” and the double-D symbol “ij” are
trademarks of the Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Copyright 1992
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
** DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks of Digital Theatre Systems, Inc. All rights
reserved.
ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
Cr
VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
L
R
ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT TV VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pb
Cb
Pr
Cr
VIDEO IN AUDIOIN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
L
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EURO AV 2 DECODER
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Connecting the mains cable
1Plug the mains cable supplied into the »110-240V~« socket
on the back of the DVD recorder.
2Plug the mains cable into the wall socket.
Caution:
The only way to disconnect the DVD recorder from the mains is
to pull the plug.
Note:
Do not connect any other equipment while the device is swit-
ched on. Switch off the other equipment as well before connec-
ting it.
Only plug the device into the mains socket after you have
connected the external devices and the antenna.
Inserting batteries in the remote control
1To open the battery compartment, press the catch and remove
the lid.
2When inserting the batteries (Micro type, e.g. R06 or AA,
2 x1.5 V), observe the polarity marked on the battery compart-
ment.
3Close the battery compartment.
Note:
If the DVD recorder no longer reacts properly to remote control
commands, the batteries may be flat. Always remove used bat-
teries. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage result-
ing from leaking batteries.
Environmental note:
Batteries, including those which contain no heavy metals, may
not be disposed of with household waste. Please dispose of
used batteries in an environmentally sound manner. Find out
about the legal regulations which apply in your area.
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