Philips DVDR 75 User manual

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safetysymbols
This "bolt of lightning"indicatesuninsulated materiaJ within your
unit may cause an electrical
shock. For the safety of everyone in your
house-hold, please do not remove product
covering.
,_ The "exclamation point" tails
attention to features for which you
should read the enclosed
literature closely to prevent operating and
maintenance problems.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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 lafiche dans la borne correspondante de
la prise et pousser {usqu'au fond.
For Customer Use
Enter below the Serial No. which
is located on the rear of the
cabinet.Retain this information
for future reference.
Model No.: DVDR 75/17
Serial No.

Safety Information
Safety Precautions
Warning:To prevent fire or shock hazard,do not expose this equipment o rain or moisture.
FederalCommunications Commission (FCC) Warning: Any unauthorized changesor modifications to this equipment void the user's
authority to operate it.
Laser Safety
This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible
eye injury.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specifiedherein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure. The set complies with the FCC-Rules,Part 15and with 21 CFR 1040.I0.
CAUTION: Visible and invisiblelaser radiation when open and interlock defeated.Do not stare into the beam.The beamis located
inside, near the deck mechanism.
Special Information for Canadian Users
This digitalapparatus does not exceed the ClassB limits for radio noise emissionsfrom digital apparatusasset out inthe Radio
Interference Regulationsof the CanadianDepartment of Communications.
Radio/TV Interference
This equipment hasbeen tested andfound to comply with the limits for a ClassB digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.These limits are designedto provide reasonable protection againstharmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates,uses,and canradiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordancewith the instructions,
may causeharmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guaranteethat interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does causeharmful interferenceto radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouragedto try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
I) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2) Increasethe separation between the equipment and the receiver.
3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver isconnected.
4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Note to Cable TV system installer:
This reminder isprovided to callthe Cable TV(CATV) system installer'sattention to Article 820-40 of the NEC (National Electrical
Code) that provides guidelinesfor proper grounding and,in particular, specifiesthat the cableground shallbe connected to the
grounding systemof the building,as close to the point of cableentry aspractical.
Copyright Protection
Unauthorized copying,broadcasting, public performance and lending of Discs are prohibited. This product incorporatescopyright
protection technology that is protected by method claimsof certain U.S.patents and other intellectual property rights owned by
Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation and is intended for home andother limited viewing usesonly unlessotherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
Reverseengineering or disassemblyis prohibited.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: DVDR 75/I 7
Trade Name: Philips
ResponsibleParty: PhilipsConsumer Electronics
P.O. Box 14810,Knoxville, TN 37914-1810 1-800-531-0039

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
I. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventUation openings. Install
inaccordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators,heat registers, stoves,or other apparatus
(includingamplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades ¢PoIarized
with one wider than the other. Plug
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 fit into your
outlet,consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
Outlet.
I O. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
I I. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specifiedby the manufacturer or sold with the
apparatus.When a cart isused,usecaution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injuryfrom tip-over.
13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unusedfor long periods of time.
14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing isrequired when the apparatus has been damaged
in anyway, such as power-supply cord or plug isdamaged,
liquid has been spilledor objects havefallen into the
apparatus,the apparatus hasbeen exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or hasbeen dropped.
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
Iongtime.
EL 6474-E004:02/8

The remote control
STANDBY© Switch on or off: To switchseton or off, interrupt menu function,
interrupt a programmed recording (TIMER)
TIC Title/Chapter: To directly select a'T'(title)PC'(chapter)in the menu
bar
If' I?_'F_'appearsin the display, the index menu of the loaded disc will
appear or an introduction will play In this case,this function will not be
available.
REC MODE Recording mode (quality): To select the maximum possible
recording duration
DISC-MENU Disc Menu: To display the DVD menu or index screen
SELECT Select: To select a function
Cursor buttons : To move left, right
CH+ •Cursor buttons/Minus : Cursor down /Previous channel
FSS FSS: To display the edit menu for DVD+R(W) discs,to set chapter
marker
CLEAR Delete: To delete last entry or clear programmed recording (TIMER)
H_ Previous Chapter Track/Reverse search:
Pressing this button once during playback will return to the previous
chapter track! title
If this button is held down during playback, it will search backward.
If this button is held down during a still picture, it will search backward
in slow motion.

STOP • Stop: To stop playback/recording, except with programmed recordings
(TIMER)
Holding down the button will open and close the disc tray.
REC/OTR •Record: Record the current TV channel
Additional TV functions
This will only work with TVs with the same remote control code (RC5) (e.g. Philips TVs)
TV VOLUME -- TV volume: ReduceTV volume
For the following functions, you must hold down the side button DVD/TV while pressing the
other button
0..9 Number buttons: 0 - 9
CH-V TV Channel: To select the next lower TV channel.
Front of the Recorder
RECORD
OPEN/CLOSE &--- Open/close disc tray: Open/close disc tray

Playback: To playa recorded disc.
next chapter track!forward search
Behind the door at the lower right front
corner
Yellow jack
VIDEO Video input jack: Input for camcorders or video recorders (channel
number L_I_ i)
Switching between jack S-VIDEO and VIDEO is done automatically In case both jacks are
occupied, the signal at jack S-VIDEO is given priority,
DV IN i.Link /DV jack (digital video input, IEEE 1394, Firewire): Input
for digital Camcorders or other suitable devices usingthis connector
(channel number '/_12')
Back of the Recorder
ANTENNA IN Antenna input: Connect your antenna or Cable TV signal here

Input jacks (IN-EXT2)
Video in Video input (yellow jack): Connection for an additional device
(channel number 'EXTZ)
Input jacks (IN-EXT 1)
IN COMPONENT
VIDEO Component video input (redlbluelgreen jack): Connection for an
additional device with component video output (channel number
'EXTI')
Output jacks (OUT-2)
OUT VIDEO
(CVBS) Video output (yellow jack): Connection to a TV with video input
(CVBS, Composite Video)
Output jacks (OUT-I 480p/480i)
OUT COMPONENT Component video output (redlbluelgreen jack): Connection for
VIDEO an additionaldevice with component video/progressive scanoutput
Output jack (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT)

The symbols on your DVD Recorder
d,splay
The following symbols may appear on your DVD Recorder display:
II1111111111111 Disc bar: Displays the current position on the disc (disc pointer).
Ply/Record: single flashing segment at the current position.
Pause: flashing segment on both sides of the current position.
Sty: flashing segment at the current position.
TV Modulator isswitched off (NAFTA). The antenna signal (RFsignal)is
only connected to the TV when the modulator isswitched off.
0((( Remote control command has been sent

Messages on your DVD Recorder display
The following messages may appear on your DVD Recorder display. If you name a disc, the disc
name will appear on the display panel as well
F_ L _T
t_U Z J3L
_vjJJLEt F_ T _ TF
J_L FULL
No signal or poor signal strength
Disc tray is opening.
Disc tray is closing.
After a successful recording, the list of disc contents is updated.
The DVD/video cassette you are trying to copy is copy protected.
No disc has been inserted, if a disc has been inserted, then it is possible
that the disc cannot be read.
The DVD Recorder is busy making changes DVD-compatible.
Inserted disc is new or has been completely erased (no recordings
present).
The maximum number of titles has been reached for the disc. Each disc
can have a maximum of 48 titles.
Disc is full, There is no room for new recordings.
I I
_TGr- _1 rC_- A disc with NTSC recordings has been inserted and an attempt was
made to record a PAL signal Insert a new disc or use a disc containing
PAL recordings.

T'fTF
FF_EE.... EAn empty tile was selecte& !
An error occurred when writing the title, If this happens often, please
clean the disc or use a new one.
Read section 'Cleaning discs' in the next chapter on how to clean the
disc.
CT_ IAfter the automatic channel search, the menu for setting the time/date
appearson the screen.
_LuL},E_ It is not possible to close/open the disc tray,

Table of contents
_lllntroduction .................................... 3
Dear Philips customer ..................................................................................... 3
Region codes ..................................................................................................... 6
Technical data ................................................................................................... 6
Accessories ........................................................................................................ 6
important notes regarding operation .......................................................... 7
Cleaning discs ................................................................................................... 8
Special functions of your new DVD Recorder ........................................ 9
[]Connecting the DVD Recorder... I I
Preparing the remote control for operation .......................................... I I
Connecting your DVD Recorder to the TV ............................................ I I
Connecting with a Component Video (Y PB PR) cable ........................ 12
Connecting with a S-Video (YIC) cable .................................................... 14
Connecting with Video (CVBS) cable ........................................................ IS
Connecting only with the antenna cable ................................................... 16
Playinga DVD+RW or DVD+R .................................................................35
Playingaudio CDs ..........................................................................................35
PlayingMP3 CDs ............................................................................................36
Playbackof a (Super)Video CD .................................................................37
DOther playback functions ............. 38
Changing to a different chapter trackltide ............................................... 38
Disc search ...................................................................................................... 38
Still picture ....................................................................................................... 39
Slow motion .................................................................................................... 39
Search with time entry .................................................................................. 40
RepeatinglShuffle ............................................................................................ 40
Repeat aspecific segment A-B .................................................................... 41
Scan function ................................................................................................... 41
Camera angle ................................................................................................... 42
Zoom function ................................................................................................ 42
Changing audio language ............................................................................... 43
Subtitles ............................................................................................................ 43
DConnecting additional devices .... 18 [Recording ...................................... 44
Connecting an additional video recorder ................................................. 18
Connecting a camcorder to the front jacks ............................................. 19
Connecting audio devices to analog audio jacks ..................................... 19
Connecting audio devices to the digital audio jack ................................. 20
DInstalling your DVD recorder ...... 21
General information ...................................................................................... 44
Recording without automatic switch-off ................................................... 4S
Pausing recording ........................................................................................... 47
Recording with automatic switch-off (OTR one-touch-recording) __ 47
Preventing accidental erasing of discs ........................................................ 48
Lining up recordings within a title (assemble cut) .................................. 49
Selecting the recording mode (quality) ..................................................... S0
Initial installation ............................................................................................. 21
Automatic TV channel search ..................................................................... 23
Adding and deleting TV channels manually ............................................... 24
Setting the language ....................................................................................... 25
Switching audio recording (Stereo, SAP) .................................................. 26
Assigning the VCR Plus+® Guide channel numbers ................................ 27
Setting the timeld_te automatically ............................................................ 28
Manually setting the time & date ................................................................ 29
[]Information on the TV screen .... 30
Menu bar icons ............................................................................................... 30
Menu bar I ....................................................................................................... 30
Menu bar 2 ....................................................................................................... 30
Field for temporary messages ..................................................................... 3l
Status box ........................................................................................................ 31
Disc type icons ................................................................................................ 3I
Disc status icons ............................................................................................. 32
Tuner info box ................................................................................................ 32
Timer info box ................................................................................................ 32
DPlayback ........................................ 33
L_Managing disc content ................. 51
General ............................................................................................................ 5 I
Favorite Scene Selection ............................................................................... 52
Inserting chapter marker .............................................................................. $2
Hiding chapters ............................................................................................... 52
Deleting chapter markers ............................................................................. $3
Changing the index picture .......................................................................... 54
Splitting titles ................................................................................................... 54
Editing recording titles (name) .................................................................... SS
Playing the entire title ................................................................................... SS
Deleting recordingsltitles ............................................................................. 56
Disc settings .................................................................................................... 57
Changing disc name ....................................................................................... 57
Finalize editing ................................................................................................. 58
Finalizing DVD+R discs ................................................................................. 58
Erasing DVD+RWs ........................................................................................ 59
[] Programming a recording
(TIMER) .............................................. 60
General ............................................................................................................ 60
General information regarding playback ................................................... 33
Inserting a disc ................................................................................................ 33
Playing a DVD video disc .............................................................................. 34
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Programming arecording with the 'VCR Plus+®system', .....................60
Programming a recording without the VCR Plus+®system ................ 62
How to changeor delete a programmed recording (TIMER) ............. 63
Problem solvingfor programmed recordings ..........................................64
r_user preferences .......................... 65
Picture settings ................................................................................................ 66
Sound settings.................................................................................................67
Language settings ............................................................................................ 68
Additional settings .......................................................................................... 68
Remote control settings ............................................................................... 69
Disc feature menu .......................................................................................... 70
_lAccess control (Child lock) ......... 7 I
Child lock (DVD and VCD) ......................................................................... 71
ActivatinglDeactivating the child lock ........................................................ 71
Authorizing discs ............................................................................................ 72
Locking authorized discs ............................................................................... 72
Parental control (DVD video only) ............................................................ 72
ActiwtinglDeactivating the parental control ............................................ 73
Changing the country .................................................................................... 74
Changing the PIN ........................................................................................... 75
_JBefore you call technical support 76
Table of contents

Introduction
Dear Philips customer,
Instruction manuals are usually very dry since they are technically-oriented and often poorly
translated, I have been employed by Philips for this reason. !
Allow me to introduce myself.
My name is Phil. I will be guiding you through the instruction manual and try to be of help in
operating your new device. At appropriate points along the way, I will be providing you with the
following information:
(Question)?
Here I will be explaining
seemingly unimportant things.
Tip
Here I will be giving you
instructions on functions that
help make it easier to use your
DVD Recorder.
|
/
Problem
Here I will help you find the
cause of problems and their
solutions
I hope you have lots of fun with your new DVD Recorder. Phil
P.S.: If you have questions or if problems come up during operation, please see the helpful
information in the chapter 'Before you call technical support'. If this doesn't help you resolve the
problem, please call the customer support service for your country
The telephone numbers can be found on the back of this manual.
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Welcome to the large family of PHILIPS DVD owners.
Thank you for buying a DVDR 75/17.
Pleasetake the time to read this owner's manual before using your DVD Recorder It contains
important information and notes regarding operation.
The DVD Recorder should not be turned on immediately after transportation from a
cold to a hot area or vice versa, or in conditions of extreme humidity.
Wait at least three hours after transporting the device. The DVD Recorder needs this to
acclimate to its new environment (temperature, air humidity, etc.).
Your PhUips team hopes you will
enjoy
using your new DVD Recorder.
What is aDVD?
DVDs (Digital Video Discs) are the new storage medium that combines
the convenience of the Compact Disc with the latest advanced digital
video technology, DVD Video uses state-of-the-art MPEG2 data
compression technology that allows an entire film to be put on a single
5-inch disc,
How high is the resolution compared to VHS?
Tile crystal-clear digital pictures have a resolution of over 500 lines, with
720 pixels (picture elements) per line. This resolution is more than
double that of VHS and is superior to Laser Discs. The quality can be
compared to digital masters made in recording studios,
What is DVD+RW?
DVD+ReWritable (DVD+RW) uses phase-change media, the same
technology that formed the basis for CD-ReWritable. A high-power laser
is used to change the reflectivity of the recording layer, This process
means the disc can be recorded on more than a thousand times.
What is DVD+R?
DVD+R (recordable DVD), In contrast to DVD+RW, this disc can only
be recorded once, If a disc has not been finalized after recording, it can
continue to be recorded upon in the DVD Recorder. Old recordings can
be later deleted, but they cannot be overwritten. The deleted titles are
marked as 'Deleted title:
For this disc to be played in a DVD player, it must be 'finalized' in the
DVD Recorder, After this has been completed, no further recordings
can be added.
What can my DVD Recorder do?
Your Philips DVD Recorder is a Recorder and Player for digital video
discs, with a two-way compatibility to the universal DVD Video standard,
This means that=
•)existing pre-recorded DVDs can be played.
•)recordings made on your DVD Recorder can play on existing DVD
Video players and DVD-ROM drives, In some cases, the discs may have
to be finalized before they will play on other DVD players.
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Compatible discs
Using this DVD Recorder, you can play and record on the following discs:
Recording and Playback
DVD+R (Digital Versatile Disc + recordable); can be recorded on once,
DVD_ReWr'i_aI?!e
Playback only:
DVD÷_
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VIDEO
DVD-R (DVD-Recordable) O O
R
Z_CD OVO
Q O
RW
Audio CD (Compact Disc Digital Audio)
DIGIT_L At_OLO
Video CD (Formats 10, I I, 2.0)
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CD-R (CD-Recordable) Audio/MP3 contents
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Region codes
BecauseDVD films are usually not released at the same time in all regions of the world, all DVD
players are keyed to a specific region code, Discs can be assignedan optional region code, If the
region codes of the player and disc do not coincide, playback is not possible,
This device will only play Region I DVDs or DVDs manufactured to be played in all regions ('ALL').
DVDs from other regions cannot be played in this DVD Recorder.
The number within the globe represents the region of the world.
Region I represents:
U.S, Canada, upper regions of North America, Bermuda, U.S. Virgin Islands and smaller regions near
Australia.
Technical data
Voltage : 110-130V/60Hz
Power consumption : 27W
Power consumption (Standby): Less than 3W (clock display off)
Measurements in inches (W/H/D): 17 2/3.0/13.30 (disc tray closed), 18.58 (disc tray open)
Weight without packaging approx.: 401<g
Power failure/no power supply: Channel and timer data will remain stored for approx. Iyear,
the clock data for approx. 12 hours.
Operating position: max. inclination of l0 degrees in any direction
Ambient temperature: 59 F - 95 F
Humidity: 25% - 75%
Accessories
Owner's manual
Warranty booklet
Quick-start guide
Remote control and batteries
Antenna cable
Power cable
Component video cable (cinch cable with red/blue/green plugs)
Video cable (with yellow plugs)
DVD+RW
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Important notes regarding operation
Becauseof the danger of eye injury,only qualified service personnel should remove the cover or
attempt to service this device.
LASER
Type: Semiconductor laser InGaAIP (DVD), AIGaAs (CD)
Wavelength: 660nm (DVD), 780nm (CD)
Output power (out of objective): 20mW (DVD+RW writing), 0.8mW (DVD reading), 0.3mW (CD
reading),
Beam divergence: 82 degrees (DVD), 54 degrees (CD)
The machine does not contain any components that can be repaired bythe customer. Pleaseleave
all maintenance work to qualified personnel.
If you disconnect the DVD Recorder from the power supply, pull out the power cord's plug from
the wall outlet, not only the plug from the jack tx_ MAINS at the rear of the set. Children playing
near the device could suffer injuries at the free end of the cable.
Deposit old batteries at the appropriate collection points.
This electronic device contains many materials that canbe recycled Pleaseenquire about the
possibilities for recycling your old device.
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Make sure that air can circulate freely through the ventilation slots on the machine. Do not place
the device on an unsteady base.
Keep the DVD Recorder away from domestic heating equipment and other sources of heat,as well
asdirect sunlight.
Make sure children do not place any foreign objects into the openings or the disc tray
Cleaning discs
Some problems occur because the disc inside the Recorder is dirty (frozen picture, sound
disruptions, picture distortions) To avoid these problems, discs should be cleaned on a regular
basis.
When adisc is dirty, clean it with asoft cloth. Wipe the disc
from the center to the edge in a straight line.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially
available cleaners, or anti-static sprays intended for analog discs.
Can I use acleaning disc intended for DVD players?
ISince the optical unit (laser) of the DVD Recorder operates at a higher
power than regular DVD or CD players, these kinds of cleaning CDs
may damagethe optical unit (laser).
Therefore, refrain from using a cleaning CD
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Special functions of your new DVD
Recorder
Your PhilipsDVD Recorder has special functions that will make day-to-day use of your new DVD
Recorder easier for you.
This screen provides an overview of the disc. Each index picture represents a recording. At the
right-hand side of the screen, a disc pointer graphically displays the duration and position on the
disc of the selected recording.
MP3filesare highly compressed piecesof music, The amountof data of the original audio material
is reduced by I/I 0 of the original sizeusing a special process. This enablesyou to fit up to I0 hours
of musicon asingle CD.
These music CDs can be played usingthis Recorder.
Safe Record
The Philips DVD Recorder can play DVDs and CDs. DVDs made using this DVD Recorder can be
played in most current (and future) DVD players, v, D_o
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