Philips DVDR890A User manual

Table of contents
AIntroduction 3....................................
Dear Philips customer, 3....................................................................................
Regional code 6....................................................................................................
Technical data 6...................................................................................................
Accessories 6........................................................................................................
Important 7...........................................................................................................
Cleaning the discs 8.............................................................................................
Special functions of your new DVD recorder 8........................................
BConnecting the DVD recorder 11...
Important information for customers in Great Britain 11.........................
Preparing the remote control for operation 12...........................................
Connecting your DVD recorder to the TV set 12......................................
Connecting with a scart cable and 'Easy Link' 14..........................................
Connecting with a scart cable without 'Easy Link' 15..................................
Connecting with an S-Video(Y/C)cable 17.....................................................
Connecting with video(CVBS) cable 18..........................................................
Connecting additional devices to the second scart socket 19...................
Connecting additional video recorders 19.....................................................
Connect camcorder to the front sockets 20................................................
Connecting audio devices to the analogue audio sockets 20....................
Connecting audio devices to the digital audio socket 21............................
CInstalling your DVD recorder 22......
Initial installation 22.............................................................................................
Using a satellite receiver 24...............................................................................
Allocating a decoder 24......................................................................................
Manual TV channel search 25............................................................................
Sorting TV channels automatically (Follow TV) 27......................................
Automatic TV channel search (Autoinstall) 28.............................................
Sorting and clearing TV channels manually 29...............................................
Setting the language/country 30........................................................................
Setting the time and date 32..............................................................................
DInformation on the TV screen 33....
Icons in the menu bar 33...................................................................................
Menu bar 1 33.......................................................................................................
Menu bar 2 33.......................................................................................................
Temporary feedback icons 34...........................................................................
Status box 34........................................................................................................
Disc type icons 34................................................................................................
Operating mode icons 35...................................................................................
Tuner info box 35................................................................................................
Timer information box 35.................................................................................
Elayback 36........................................
Playback hints 36..................................................................................................
Inserting a disc 36................................................................................................
Playing a DVD video disc 37..............................................................................
Playing a DVD+RW/+R disc 38........................................................................
Playing an audio CD 39.......................................................................................
Playing an MP3 CD 39.........................................................................................
Playing a (Super) Video CD 40.........................................................................
FAdditional playback features 41.......
Changing to another title/chapter 41..............................................................
Searching a disc 41...............................................................................................
Still picture 42.......................................................................................................
Slow motion 42....................................................................................................
Search by time 42.................................................................................................
Repeat/Shuffle play 43.........................................................................................
Repeat sequence (A-B) 43.................................................................................
Scan feature 44.....................................................................................................
Zoom feature 44..................................................................................................
Camera angle 44...................................................................................................
Changing the audio language 45........................................................................
Subtitles 45............................................................................................................
GManual recording 46..........................
General information 46......................................................................................
Recording without automatic switch-off 47...................................................
Interrupt recording (Pause) 49.........................................................................
Recording with automatic switch-off (OTR-One Touch Recording) 49.
Protecting the disc against accidental recording 49.....................................
Lining up recordings within a title (assemble cut) 50..................................
Selecting the recording mode (quality) 51.....................................................
Automatic recording from a satellite receiver (Sat Recording) 52...........
'Direct Record' 53...............................................................................................
Switching 'Direct Record' on or off 54...........................................................
HManaging the disc contents 55.........
General Information 55......................................................................................
Editing recording titles (name) 56....................................................................
Playing back titles 56............................................................................................
Erasing a recording/title 57................................................................................
Disc settings 57....................................................................................................
Changing the disc name 58................................................................................
Finalising a disc 58................................................................................................
Finalising DVD+R discs 59.................................................................................
Erasing DVD+RW disks 59................................................................................
Favorite Scene Selection 60...............................................................................
Inserting chapter markers 60............................................................................
Hiding chapters 60...............................................................................................
Erasing chapter markers 61...............................................................................
Changing the index picture 62..........................................................................
Dividing titles 62...................................................................................................
Irogramming a recording
(TIMER) 63..............................................
General information 63......................................................................................
Programming a recording (with the 'VIDEO Plus+®System') 63..............
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Programming a recording (without the VIDEO Plus+®System) 65.........
How to check, change or delete a programmed recording (TIMER) 66.
'NexTView Link' 66.............................................................................................
Problem solving for programmed recordings 67..........................................
JUser preferences 68..........................
Picture settings 68................................................................................................
Sound settings 69.................................................................................................
Language settings 70............................................................................................
Additional settings 70..........................................................................................
Remote Control settings 71..............................................................................
KAccess control (Child Lock) 72........
Child lock (DVD and VCD) 72.........................................................................
Activating/deactivating child lock 72................................................................
Authorising a disc 73...........................................................................................
Locking unlocked discs 73..................................................................................
Parental level control (DVD video only) 73..................................................
Activating/deactivating parental level control 73..........................................
Changing the country 74....................................................................................
Changing the PIN code 75.................................................................................
LBefore you call an engineer 76.........
Table of contents

The remote control
MONITOR Monitor: This button lets you switch between the (internal) TV tuner
in the DVD recorder (TV picture on the TV set) and playback on the
DVD recorder
STANDBY mSwitch on or off: To switch set on or off, interrupt menu function,
interrupt a programmed recording (TIMER)
TV/DVD TV/DVD switch: Switches the scart socket EXT 2 AUX I/O directly
to the TV set. This lets you watch the picture from any unit connected
to this scart socket (set-top box', video recorder or satellite receiver)
and at the same time record from another source.
If you have not connected a device to scart socket EXT 2 AUX
I/O you can use this button to switch between TV reception and DVD
recorder.
This, however, functions only if you have connected your TV set to the
DVD recorder using a scart cable (socket EXT 1 TO TV-I/O ) and
your TV set reacts to the switching.
T/C Title/Chapter: Choose the 'T'(Title)/'C'(Chapter) directly from the
menu bar
If 'INFO' appears in the display, the index menu from a recorded disc or
an introductory film will be shown. In this case, this function is not
available.
PLAY MODE layback type: Choose between repeat, shuffle play and intro-scan
REC. MODE Record type (quality): To select the maximum possible record time
0..9 Number buttons:0-9
DISC-MENU Disc menu: To show the DVD menu or the index screen
SYSTEM-MENU System menu: Call up/cancel the main menu (menu bar at the top of
the screen)
SELECT Select: Select function/value
OK Store/confirm: To store or confirm entry
DCAB Cursor keys: Left, right, up, down
RETURN Back: Return to previous menu on a video CD (VCD). This function
works also on some DVD's.
CLEAR Delete: To delete last entry or clear programmed recording (TIMER)
CHANNEL qlus: Next programme number
CHANNEL rMinus: Previous programme number
PLAY/PAUSE G9 layback/pause: Play back a disc.
If this button is pressed during playback, the DVD recorder switches to
pause. You will see a still picture.
If this button is pressed during recording, the DVD recorder will also
switch to pause.
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NSelect previous title/search backwards:
Briefly press the button during playback: Previous chapter/film or
previous title
Hold down the button: Search backwards
Hold down the button during the still picture: slow motion backwards
OSelect next title/search forwards:
Briefly press the button during playback: Next chapter/film or next title
Hold down the button: Search forwards
Hold down the button during the still picture: slow motion forward
STOP hStop: Stop playback / recording, except with programmed recordings
(TIMER)
Hold down the button to open and close the disc tray.
REC/OTR nRecord: Record the current TV channel
EDIT EDIT: For displaying the edit menu for DVD+(RW) discs, for setting
chapter markers
TIMER TIMER: To program recordings with the VIDEO Plus+®system /
without the VIDEO Plus+®system or to alter/clear programmed
recordings
Additional TV functions
TV VOLUME qTV volume: Increase TV volume
TV VOLUME rTV volume: Reduce TV volume
For the following functions you need to hold down the button DVD/TV at the side and then
select the function you need with the appropriate button.
0..9 Number buttons:0-9
CHANNEL qTV programme number: To select a higher programme number
CHANNEL rTV programme number: To select a lower programme number
Front of the device
STANDBY/ON Switch on or off: To switch off or on, interrupt a function, interrupt a
programmed recording (TIMER)
CHANNEL rSelect: Lower programme number
CHANNEL qSelect: Higher programme number

REC MODE Record type (quality): To select the maximum possible record time
RECORD Record: Record the current TV channel
RECORD LED Recording in progress: Red light on the RECORD button to
indicate recording in progress
OPEN/CLOSE Open/close disc tray: Open/close disc tray
NSelect previous title/search backwards
OSelect next title/search forwards
hSTOP Stop: Interrupt playback/recording
GPLAY/PAUSE layback/pause: Play back recorded disc, interrupt playback, still
picture
Behind the flap at the lefthand corner on
the front
DV iLink / DV socket (digital video input, IEEE 1394, FireWire):
Connecting a digital camcorder or other suitable device (programme
number 'CAM2').
S-VIDEO SVideo socket: Connection of SVHS/Hi8 camcorders or SVHS/Hi8
video recorders (programme number 'CAM1')
Yellow socket
VIDEO
Video input socket: Connection of camcorders or video recorders
(programme number 'CAM1')
White/red socket
left AUDIO ight
Audio input socket left/right: Connection of camcorders or video
recorders (programme number 'CAM1')
Switching between sockets S-VIDEO and VIDEO is done automatically. In case both sockets
are used, the signal received at socket S-VIDEO is treated with priority.
Back of the unit
4MAINS Mains socket: Connection to the mains supply (230V/50Hz)
ANTENNA Aerial input: Connection of the aerial
TV Aerial output: Connection of the TV set
EXT 2 AUX I/O Scart socket 2: Connection of an additional device (satellite receiver,
set-top box, video recorder, camcorder, etc.)
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EXT 1 TO TV-I/O Scart socket 1: Connection of a TV set. RGB- output
OUT S-VIDEO (Y/C) SVideo output: Connection of an S-Video compatible TV set
OUT VIDEO
(CVBS)
Video output (yellow socket): Connection of a TV set with a video
input (CVBS, Composite Video)
OUT L AUDIO R Analogue audio output (white/red socket): Connection of a TV
set with audio input sockets or connection of an additional device
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT
Digital audio output: Connection of a digital audio device
(amplifier/receiver)
The symbols on your DVD recorder
display
These symbols can light up on your DVD recorder display:
TITLE Displays the title number selected/played (DVD)
TRACK Displays the track selected/played (VCD/CD)
DVD+RW Displays the inserted DVD disc: DVD /DVD+R / DVD+RW. Disc types
'DVD-R/DVD-RW ' are shown as DVD.
S-VCD Displays the CD-disc inserted: S VCD/VCD/CD
Displays recording type (Quality)/Playback type'HQ,SP,SP+,LP,EP,
EP+'.
CHAPTER Displays the chapter selected/played
TOTAL TIME Total playback time
REMAIN
TIME
Time remaining
TIME Time used
DTS A DTS audio signal is available on the digital audio output
DD DIGITAL A Dolby digital audio signal is available on the digital audio output
MPEG An MPEG audio signal is available on the digital audio output
PCM A PCM audio signal is available on the digital audio output
CHANNEL Channel/programme number
GPlayback in progress
9Playback/record interrupted (Pause)
RECORD Recording in progress
xA satellite recording has been programmed.
o(( A remote control signal has been received
kA recording (timer) has been programmed
DECODER A decoder has been assigned to the current TV channel (programme)

VPS/PDC Video programming system / programme delivery control: A VPS or
PDC code will be transmitted for the selected TV program
NICAM The DVD recorder has detected a Nicam audio signal.
STEREO During playback a HiFi/2 channel tone was detected or a HiFi/2 channel
tone was received
Multi-function display/Text line
•) Clock
•) Disc/title playing time
•) OTR switch-off time
•) Title name
•) Display of programme number of TV channel/position/channel
name/function.
•) Display of informations, warnings.
Messages in the DVD recorder display
READING The following messages may appear in your DVD recorder display
IS TV ON? The DVD recorder is currently in the initial installation mode. Switch on
your TV set and read section 'Installing your DVD recorder' in chapter
'Initial Installation'.
NO SIGNAL No input signal available (signal inadequate or unstable)
MENU The menu on the screen is active
OPENING Disc tray opening
TRAY OPEN Disc tray open
CLOSING Disc tray closing
READING Disc being read
MENU UPDT Once recording has been successfully completed the table of contents is
created.
INIT MENU The menu structure is created after the first recording has been made
on a new disc
COPY PROT You have tried to copy a copy-protected DVD/video cassette.
WAIT Please wait until this message disappears. The DVD recorder is busy
performing a task.
NO DISC No disc has been inserted for recording. If a disc has been inserted,
perhaps it cannot be read.
INFO Information on the inserted DVD is displayed on the screen
BUSY The DVD recorder is processing the changes to make them DVD
compatible
ERASING The entire disc is erased
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EMPTYDISC The disc inserted is either new or has been completely erased (no
recordings).
PROTECTED The disc is protected against recording.
MAX TITLE The maximum number of titles per disc has been reached. The
maximum number of titles per disc is 48.
MAX CHAP The maximum number of chapters per title/disc has been reached. The
maximum number of chapters per title is 99, and 124 per disc.
DISC FULL The disc is full. There is no space for new recordings
PAL DISC A disc with PAL recordings has been inserted. The machine is trying to
record an NTSC signal. Insert a new disc or one that contains NTSC
recordings.
NTSC DISC A disc with NTSC recordings has been inserted. The machine is trying
to record a PAL signal. Insert a new disc or one that contains PAL
recordings.
RECORDING An illegal action (e.g. OPEN/CLOSE button) was attempted during
recording.
FREETITLE Playback was started for an empty title or the following title is empty
DISC LOCK An attempt has been made to record during playback of a protected
disc. This message appears if an attempt is made to insert a chapter
marker ( EDIT button).
DISC ERR An error occurred when the title was being written. If this error keeps
occurring, please clean the disc or use a new one.
You will find information on how to clean the disc in the next chapter in
the section 'Cleaning the discs'.
DISC WARN An error occurred when writing the title. Recording was continued; the
error was skipped
SETUP After the automatic channel search, the menu for time/date settings
appears on the screen.
SETUP The channel search is completed.
WAIT 01 During the automatic channel search, the TV channels found will be
counted.
BLOCKED It is not possible to close/open the disc tray.
SAFE REC The new recording will be made at the end of all the other recordings
(SAFE RECORD).
EASYLINK The 'EasyLink' function is currently transferring information from the TV
set.

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AIntroduction
Dear hilips customer,
Instruction manuals are usually very dry because they tend to be highly technical and are often
poorly translated. I have therefore been employed by Philips to help you.
Allow me to introduce myself.
My name is Phil. I will be guiding you through the instruction manual and helping you get to
know your new DVD recorder. At appropriate points along the way, I will be providing you with
the following information:
Excuse me?
Here I will be
explaining seemingly
unimportant things.
Tip
Here I will be giving
you instructions on
functions that will
make it easier for
you to use your
DVD recorder.
roblem
Here I'll help you
identify the cause of
a problem and find a
solution.
For experts
Here I'll be telling
you which functions
you'll need for
special applications.
I hope you have lots of fun.
hil
P.S. If you have any problems operating the machine, please read the section entitled 'Before you
call an engineer'. If this doesn't help you to resolve the problem, please call the customer
support service for your country.
The telephone numbers and e-mail addresses can be found on the last page of this instruction
manual.
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Welcome to the growing family of owners of HILI S equipment.
Thank you for buying a DVDR 890/051 .
Please take the time to read this operating manual before using your DVD recorder. It contains
important information on how to set up and operate the machine.
The machine should not be placed in a warm room immediately after transport from a cold
room or vice versa. The machine should not be switched on if humidity is very high.
Wait at least three hours after transporting the machine. The DVD recorder needs this time
to acclimatise to its new environment (temperature, relative humidity, etc.).
Your hilips team hopes your
new DVD recorder will bring you
many years of enjoyment.
What is a DVD?
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is a new storage medium that combines the
convenience of the compact disc with the latest digital video technology. DVD
video uses modern MPEG2 data compression technology that enables an
entire feature film to be stored on a single five inch disc.
How good is the resolution of DVD compared with VHS?
The razor-sharp digital images have a resolution of more than 500 lines of 720
pixels per line. This is more than twice as high as VHS and is even better than
the laser disc. Its picture quality is easily comparable to the digital masters
produced in recording studios.
What can DVD+RW do?
DVD+ReWritable uses phase change media, the same technology on which
rewritable CDs are based. A high-performance laser is used to change the
reflective properties of the recording layer; this process can be repeated more
than a thousand times.
What can the DVD+R do?
DVD+R (write-once DVD). Unlike a DVD+RW disc, this disc can only be
written to once. If it is not finalized after a recording, further recordings can
be added to it. Old recordings can be later deleted but they can no longer be
overwritten. The deleted recordings (titles) are marked 'Deleted title'.
Before this disc can be played in a DVD player, it must be finalised in the
DVD recorder. Once this process is complete, no further recordings can be
added.
What can my DVD recorder do?
Your Philips DVD recorder is a machine for recording and playing back digital
video discs with "two-way" compatibility with the universal DVD video
standard. This means:
•) existing DVD video discs can be played on the recorder.
•) recordings made on your DVD recorder can be played on other DVD
video players and DVD ROM drives. ?
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Which discs you can use
The following discs can be used in your DVD recorder for playback and recording:
layback and recording
DVD+RW (Digital Versatile Disc + rewritable)
DVD+R (Digital Versatile Disc + recordable)
layback only:
DVD Video (Digital Versatile Disc)
DVD-R (DVD-Recordable)
DVD-RW (DVD-Rewritable) These discs can only be played back if the recording was made in
video mode and the recording was finalised.
Audio CD (Compact Disc Digital Audio)
Super Audio CD (Only plays the CD layer of a hybrid SACD disc)
Video CD (format 1.0, 1.1, 2.0)
Super Video CD
CD-R (CD recordable) Audio/ MP3 contents
CD-RW (CD rewritable) Audio/ MP3 contents
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Regional code
Since DVD films are not normally released in all parts of the world at the same time, all DVD
players have a specific regional code. Discs can be given an optional regional code. If the regional
codes differ between the player and the disc, playback is not possible.
DVDs must have the 'ALL' identifier for all regions or '2' for Region 2 for them to play in this
machine. If a different region is printed on the DVD you will not be able to play it in this DVD
recorder.
The number inside the globe indicates a region of the world.
Regional code 2 includes:
Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East (incl. Egypt).
Technical data
Voltage: 220-240V/50Hz
ower consumption: 25W
ower consumption (standby): less than 3W (clock display off)
Measurements in cm (W/H/D): 43.5/8.8/32.6 (Disc tray closed), 46.1 (disc tray open)
Weight without packaging approx.: 4.0 kg
ower outage/no power: Channel and timer information remain saved for up to 1 year, the
time is saved for up to 12 hours.
Operating position: maximum 10 degree inclination in all directions
Ambient temperature: 15°C - 35°C
Humidity: 25% - 75%
Accessories
Operating instructions
Guarantee booklet
Quick install guide
Remote control and batteries
Aerial cable
Mains cable
Scart cable (AV-Euro cable)
Audio cable (Cinch cable with red/white connector)
Video cable (Cinch cable with yellow connector)
DVD+RW disc
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Important
Caution:
Visible and invisible laser radiation. If the cover is open, do not look at the beam.
Because of the risk of eye injuries, only qualified service engineers should open the machine and
carry out maintenance or repair work.
LASER
Typ: InGaAlP (DVD), AlGaAs(CD) semiconductor laser
Wavelength: 660nm (DVD), 780nm (CD)
Output power (outside the lens): 20mW (DVD+RW write), 0.8mW (DVD read), 0.3mW (CD
read).
Beam divergence: 82 Grad (DVD), 54 Grad (CD)
Danger. High voltage! Do not open.
You run the risk of getting an electric shock.
The machine does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Please leave all maintenance work to
qualified personnel.
There are some components in the DVD recorder that keep running as long as the recorder is
connected to the power supply. To switch off the DVD recorder completely you must unplug it
from the power supply.
If you disconnect the DVD recorder from the mains, make sure to pull out the mains plug from the
wall outlet and not only the plug from the socket 4MAINS at the back of the unit. Children
playing near the device could suffer injuries at the free end of the cable.
These operating instructions have been printed on non-polluting paper.
Please dispose of old batteries safely.
Please take the packaging to your local recycling centre.
This electronic equipment contains a large number of materials that can be recycled. If you are
disposing of an old machine, please take it to a recycling centre.
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When installing the recorder in a cupboard ensure there is a gap of approximately 2.5 cm (1
inch) around the recorder to enable air to circulate freely and prevent overheating.
Make sure that air can circulate freely through the ventilation slots on the machine. The machine
should be placed on a firm surface.
Make sure that no objects or liquids enter the DVD recorder. Do not place vases or similar on
the DVD recorder. If you spill liquid in the recorder, immediately disconnect it from the power
supply and call after-sales service for advice.
Keep the DVD recorder away from radiators and other heat sources and protect from direct
sunlight.
Do not place any combustible objects on the device (candles, etc.).
Make sure that children do not place any foreign objects in the openings.
Cleaning the discs
Some malfunctions (frozen or distorted picture and broken sound for example) are due to dirt
on the disc. To avoid such problems you should clean your discs regularly.
1Dirty discs should be cleaned with a soft cloth. Always wipe from the
middle to the edge.
2Do not use any solvents such as benzine, thinners, commercially
available cleaning agents or antistatic sprays designed for vinyl records.
Can I use a CD lens cleaner in the DVD recorder?
Since the optical unit (laser) of the DVD recorder operates at a higher power
level than the ones in normal DVD and CD players, such CD lens cleaner
discs may actually damage the optical unit (laser).
Therefore, refrain from using a CD lens cleaner disc! ?
Special functions of your new DVD
recorder
Your PHILIPSDVD recorder has a number of special functions to make it easier to use and to
enhance your enjoyment.
Philips provides the best possible connection between your DVD recorder and other home
cinema equipment.
The DVD recorder will be controled by external devices (receivers, TV sets and so on) via Cinema
Link and automatically set to the right system settings.
This function automatically transfers all the television channel settings onto your DVD recorder
via the scart cable (socket EXT 1 TO TV-I/O ).
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Recordings made on your DVD recorder can be controlled from an external satellite receiver.
At the touch of a button, your switched off DVD recorder will check which channel is currently
playing on your television and record it.
This connector is also known as a 'FireWire' or 'IEEE 1394'. This connector is used to transmit
wide digital broadband signals that are used for digital video camcorders. Audio and video signals
are transmitted using a cable. In addition to DV and Hi8 camcorders, PCs with digital video output
can also be connected to the digital input.
Using the virtual surround process, a room with two speakers is simulated. The signal is
processed so that the impression of a room is created. The process used in this DVD recorder
is based on TruSurround technology from SRS Labs.
TruSurround and the SRS symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs., Inc. TruSurround Technology is
used under license from SRS Labs.,Inc.
This screen provides you with an overview of the inserted disc. Each index screen represents a
recording. On the right hand side of the screen you can also see a disc indicator that shows the
position and length of the current recording on the disc in a graphic format.
This function enables you to simply delete commercials or other scenes. The relevant scenes are
marked and skipped as required. This information is stored on the DVD in such a way that
other DVD players will skip the scenes.
MP3 files are highly compressed music files. The data is compressed to 1/10 of the volume of the
original audio material using a special process. This means that 10 hours of music can be stored on
a single CD.
These music CDs can be played on this machine.
Normally a recording is made at the current disc position. This is the same as for a video
cassette, in the middle of the tape for example. By holding down the REC/OTR nbutton, the
recording will be made at the end of all the other recordings to avoid overwriting previous
recordings.
New recordings on a DVD+R disc will always be added at the end of all existing recordings.
Using your DVD recorder you can record from an RGB source such as a satellite receiver using a
SCART input (socket EXT 2 AUX I/O ). Video signals for the colours R(Red), G(Green) and
B(Blue) are transmitted via separate channels. This reduces the interference that occurs with
standard video cables.
The Philips DVD recorder can play back pre-recorded DVDs and CDs. DVDs recorded using
this DVD recorder can be played back on current and future DVD players.
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Dolby Laboratories standard for transmitting 5.1 channels. Five full-value channels are transmitted
in this acoustic playback system. A further channel is used for low frequencies (effects). The
loudspeakers are arranged front left, front middle, front right, rear left and rear right. This system is
currently the most common system and is used in cinemas.
With this DVD recorder each DVD+RW is recorded in 2-channel Dolby Digital.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
This product contains copy protection technology, which is protected by US Patent Nos.
4631603, 4577216 and 4819098 and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copy
protection technology from Macrovision Corporation requires the approval of Macrovision. It is
intended exclusively for home use and other limited pay-per-view applications, unless Macrovision
approves some other use in writing. Modifications to the equipment, removal of components and
reverse engineering are prohibited.
Simple programming system for DVD recorders. Makes programming as easy as making a telephone
call. Enter the respective programme number. You'll find this number in your television listings
magazine.
VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The
VIDEO Plus+ system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.
Enter the serial number here. You will need it for service queries or if your machine is stolen.
The serial number (PROD. NO.) is printed on the type plate at the back.
MODEL NO. DVDR 890/051
PROD. NO. ..................
This product complies with the requirements of the following directives and guidelines:
73/23/EEC + 89/336/EEC + 93/68 EEC.
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BConnecting the DVD recorder
Important information for customers in
Great Britain
This set is fitted with an approved moulded 13 amp plug. To change the fuse in this plug or to
attach a different plug, please proceed as follows:
1Take off the fuse cover and remove the old fuse
2Insert a new fuse. Suitable fuses are those of the type BS 1362 3A,
A.S.T.A. standard or BSI standard
3Close the fuse cover
If the attached plug does not meet your requirements, you can cut it off and replace it with a
suitable plug. Please observe the following conditions:
1If your new plug uses a built-in fuse, this should be a 3A fuse.
2If your new plug does not contain a built-in fuse, please do not use
any fuses in your fuse box with a rating of more than 5A.
3Please destroy the old, cut-off plug so that it cannot be used
elsewhere.
4Connect the blue cable (neutral "N") to the terminal in the plug which
is marked with the letter "N" or
5Connect the brown cable (live, "L") to the terminal in the plug which
is marked with the letter "L" or coloured red
6Do not in any circumstances connect either of the two cables to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter "E", the symbol
\or coloured green or green / yellow
Before you refit the plug cover, make sure, that the grip at the bottom of the plug is clamped
over the plastic cover of the lead, not just over the two wires.
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reparing the remote control for
operation
The remote control and its batteries are packed separately in the original DVD recorder
packaging. You must install the batteries in the remote control before use - described in the
following section.
1Take the remote control of the DVD recorder and the enclosed
batteries (2 batteries).
2Open the battery compartment, insert the batteries as shown and
then close the battery compartment.
The remote control is now ready to use.
Its range is approximately 5 to 10 meters.
'Aim' correctly
In the following sections, you will need the remote control for the first time.
Always point the front of the remote control at the DVD recorder and not at
the TV set. Tip
Connecting your DVD recorder to the TV
set
The necessary cable connections must be made before you can record or playback TV
programmes using your DVD recorder.
Connect the DVD recorder directly to your TV set. If there is a video recorder in between
the picture quality may be poor because of the copy protection system built into the DVD
recorder.
We recommend that you use a scart cable to connect your TV set and DVD recorder.
What is a scart cable?
The scart or Euro AV cable serves as the universal connector for picture,
sound and control signals. With this type of connection, there is practically no
loss of quality in picture or sound transmission. ?
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When you install your DVD recorder for the first time, select one of the following options:
'Connecting with a scart cable and Easy Link'
If your TV set is equipped with 'Easy Link, Cinema Link, NexTView Link, Q-Link, Smart Link,
Megalogic, Datalogic, ...' and you wish to use a scart cable.
What is Easy Link?
If your TV set is equipped with functions such as Easy Link, Cinema Link,
NexTView Link, Q-Link, Smart Link, Megalogic or Datalogic, which are fully
compatible with one another (TV set, DVD recorder, etc.), your DVD
recorder can exchange information with your TV set. Please see your TV's
operating instructions. ?
'Connecting with a scart cable without Easy Link'
If your TV set is not equipped with 'Easy Link, Cinema Link, NexTView Link, Q-Link, Smart Link,,
Megalogic, Datalogic, ...' and you wish to use a scart cable.
'Connecting with an SVideo (Y/C) cable'
If your TV set is equipped with an S-Video (SVHS) socket.
What is an 'SVideo (Y/C) cable'?
This connecting cable, also known as the SVHS cable, is used to transmit the
brightness signal (Y signal) and colour signal (C signal) separately. This mini
DIN socket/plug is also called a Hosiden socket/plug. ?
'Connecting with video (CVBS) cable'
If your TV set is equipped only with a video (CVBS) socket.
What is 'Video (CVBS)'?
This socket, usually referred to as the Cinch socket, is used for transmitting
the composite video signal (FBAS, CVBS). In this method of transmission the
colour signal and the brightness signal are transmitted on the same cable. In
certain circumstances, this can lead to problems with the picture, such as
'Moiré' patterns. ?
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Connecting the DVD recorder