Samsung SV-DVD1E User manual

DVD-VCR
SV-DVD1E
Instruction Manual
www.samsungvcr.com PAL SECAM
GB
F
Es

GB
3
GB
2
Contents (cont.)
◆PLAYING BACK
■Playing a Cassette......................................................................................... 31
■Adjusting Picture Alignment Automatically.................................................... 31
■Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually........................................................... 31
■Intelligent Picture Control.............................................................................. 32
■Selecting the Colour Mode............................................................................ 33
■Selecting the Audio Output Mode.................................................................. 34
■Selecting the Audio Mute Mode..................................................................... 34
◆SEARCHING FORA SEQUENCE
■Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion................................................................ 35
■Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame........................................................... 36
■Playing a Sequence at Variable Speeds....................................................... 36
■Searching for a Specific Sequence............................................................... 37
■Auto Repeat Play........................................................................................... 38
■Interval Repeat Play...................................................................................... 38
■Using the Tape Counter................................................................................ 39
◆ADVANCED RECORDING FEATURES
■Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable............................................... 40
■Using the Assemble Edit Function................................................................. 41
■Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder................................................. 41
■Audio Dubbing a Pre-recorded Cassette....................................................... 42
◆OTHER FUNCTIONS AND USEFUL RECOMMENDATIONS
■SQPB (Super VHS Quasi PlayBack)............................................................. 43
■Auto Power Off.............................................................................................. 43
◆DVD FUNCTIONS
■Disc Type and Characteristics....................................................................... 44
■Choosing a Connection................................................................................. 45
■Playing a Disc................................................................................................46,47
■Using the Search & Skip Functions............................................................... 48
■Using the Display Function (DVD)................................................................. 49
■Using the Display Function (CD/VCD)........................................................... 49
■Repeat Play................................................................................................... 50
■Program Play (DVD/VCD/CD)....................................................................... 51
■Random Playback (DVD/VCD/CD)................................................................ 51
■Using the Disc View Function (Track View VCD).......................................... 52
■Using the Disc View Function (Index View VCD).......................................... 52
■Selecting the Audio Language (Using the AUDIO button)............................. 53
■Selecting the Subtitle Language (Using the SUBTITLE button).................... 53
■Changing the Camera Angle......................................................................... 54
■Using the Mark Function (DVD/VCD)............................................................ 55
■Recalling a Marked Scene............................................................................. 55
■Clearing a Mark............................................................................................. 55
■Using the Zoom (DVD/VCD).......................................................................... 56
■3D Sound Function........................................................................................ 56
■Using the Setup Menu................................................................................... 57
■Setting Up the Language Features................................................................ 58
■Using the Disc Menu Language.................................................................... 58
Contents
◆FOREWORD
■Safety Instructions......................................................................................... 5
◆DVD-VCR OVERVIEWS
■Front View of the DVD-VCR.......................................................................... 6
■Rear View of the DVD-VCR........................................................................... 6
■Infrared Remote Control................................................................................ 7
■Display Indicators.......................................................................................... 8
■Accessories................................................................................................... 8
◆CONNECTING YOUR DVD-VCR
■Deciding How to Connect DVD-VCR............................................................. 9
■Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable............................ 10
■Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the SCART Cable............................ 10
■Connecting DVD-VCR to the Satellite receiver or Other Equipment............. 11
■Connecting the Audio Output Cable.............................................................. 12
■Plug &Auto Set Up........................................................................................ 12
■Tuning Your Television for the DVD-VCR..................................................... 13
■Deck Control Keys......................................................................................... 14
■Basic TV Tuner Operations........................................................................... 15
■Copying from DVD to VCR............................................................................ 16
◆SETTING UPYOUR DVD-VCR
■Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control...................................................... 17
■Setting the Date and Time............................................................................. 17
■Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information..................................................... 18
■Choosing Your Language.............................................................................. 18
■Setting the DVD-VCR Output Channel.......................................................... 19
■Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode (B/G-D/K)............................................. 19
■Presetting the Stations Automatically............................................................ 20
■Presetting the Stations Manually................................................................... 21
■Clearing a Preset Station............................................................................... 22
■Changing the Preset Station Table................................................................ 23
■Setting the AV2 Connection.......................................................................... 24
■Switching between the TV and VCR Modes.................................................. 24
◆RECORDING TELEVISION BROADCASTS
■Selecting the Cassette Type.......................................................................... 25
■Selecting the Recording Speed..................................................................... 25
■NICAM........................................................................................................... 26
■Protecting a Recorded Cassette.................................................................... 27
■Recording a Programme Immediately........................................................... 27
■Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop............................................... 28
■Using the Timer Programming Feature......................................................... 29
■Checking a Preset Recording........................................................................ 30
■Cancelling a Preset Recording...................................................................... 30

GB
5
GB
4
The following illustrations represent precautions.
The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product.
DO NOT OPEN THE DVD-VCR. Refer to service personnel.
THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL
ENVIRONMENTS
Safety Instructions
Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR
to extreme temperature condi-
tions (below 5°C and above
40°C) or to extreme humidity
conditions (less than 10% and
more than 75%).
Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR
to direct sunlight. Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR to any liquids.
Do NOT place any objects on
the DVD-VCR or remote
control.
During a storm and/or light-
ning, unplug the DVD-VCR
from the mains socket and
aerial.
If the remote control is not
used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store
it in a cool, dry place.
◆DVD FUNCTIONS
■Setting Up the AUDIO Language Features................................................... 59
■Using the Subtitle Language......................................................................... 59
■Setting Up the Parental Control..................................................................... 60
■Setting Up the Audio Options........................................................................ 61
■Setting Up the Display Options...................................................................... 62
◆Technical Specifications....................................................................................... 63
◆SOLVING PROBLEMS
■Problems and Solutions (VCR)...................................................................... 64
■Troubleshooting Guide (DVD)....................................................................... 65
Contents (cont.)
☛
➢
NoteImportantHold downPress/push
Symbols
1 1
1
= Step number

GB
7
GB
6
Infrared Remote Control
STANDBY/ON BUTTON
AUTO TRACKING, TRACKING +/-
VOLUME +/- BUTTONS
S-VHS BUTTON
MUTE BUTTON
3D SOUNDBUTTON
0-9 / AUDIO DUBBING BUTTON
DVD BUTTON
REWIND/REVERSE PICTURE SEARCH BUTTON
SKIP BACK / RECORD BUTTON
STOP BUTTON
ZOOM / RECORDING SPEED SELECTION BUTTON
ANGLE / TIMERBUTTON
SETUP BUTTON
JOYSTICK
TITLE BUTTON
MARK / SEARCH BUTTON
RETURN / CLOCK/COUNTER BUTTON
OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON
SHUTTLE << />>
PROGRAM +/- BUTTONS
LAST CHANNEL BUTTON
TV/VCR BUTTON
VCR BUTTON
TV VIEW BUTTON
FAST-FORWARD/FORWARD SEARCH
BUTTON
PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON
SKIP NEXT / FRAME/STEP BUTTON
AUDIO MODE SELECTION BUTTON
SUBTITLE BUTTON
DISPLAY BUTTON
DVD MENU BUTTON
CLEAR BUTTON
AB REPEAT / REPEAT / MODE BUTTON
➢Function Buttons:
◆TV VIEW : Output selection key. Select the output that you want to see.
◆DVD : Remote key active for DVD operation.
If you press DVD button, the DVD is ligthining. It means DVD mode.
ex) If you press ll (PLAY) key, the DVD will be play.
◆VCR : Remote key active for VCR operation.
If you press VCR button, the VCR is ligthining. It means VCR mode.
ex) If you press ll (PLAY) key, the VCR tape will be play.
◆JOYSTICK : Use for Up ( ), Down ( ), Left ( ), Right ( ), ENTER key.
◆MENU : Use for DISC menu of DVD.
◆SETUP : Use for SETUP menu of DVD or VCR.
Front View of the DVD-VCR
Rear View of the DVD-VCR
AV2 (DEC./EXT.) SCART
(EURO-21) SOCKET S-VIDEO OUT
JACK VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT SOCKETS
AV1 (EURO AV) IN/OUT
SCART (EURO-21) SOCKET RCA AUDIO L, R IN/OUT SOCKETS DIGITAL AUDIO OUT SOCKET (OPTICAL)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
SOCKET (COAXIAL)
AERIAL IN
CONNECTOR
OUT TO TV
CONNECTOR
VIDEO CASSETTE
COMPARTMENT
PROGRAMME
SELECTION
BUTTONS
PLAY/PAUSE
BUTTON STOP BUTTON REW / SKIP BACK
BUTTON
RECORD
BUTTON
EJECT
BUTTON
F.F /
SKIP NEXT
BUTTON
STEREO
HEADPHONE
JACK
HEADPHONES
VOLUME
CONTROL
OPEN/CLOSE
BUTTON DVD/VCR SELECT BUTTON
DVD DECK
STANDBY/ON
BUTTON
COPY
BUTTON

GB
9
GB
8
Deciding How to Connect DVD-VCR
You must take into account various factors when connecting audio or video systems:
◆Types of connectors available on your systems
◆Systems connected permanently to the DVD-VCR (satellite receiver for example) or
temporarily (camcorder for example)
Your DVD-VCR is equipped with the following connectors.
Connector Location Type Direction Recommended Use
AV1 (EURO AV) Rear SCART In/Out ◆Television
◆Satellite receiver
◆Other VCR
AV2 IN Rear SCART In ◆Satellite receiver
◆CANAL/DECODER
◆Other VCR
Audio input Rear Audio RCA In ◆AUX Audio in
Audio output Audio RCA Out ◆LINE Audio out
VIDEO input Rear RCA In ◆AUX Video in
VIDEO output RCA Out ◆LINE Video out
S-VIDEO Rear S-JACK Out ◆S-Video out (DVD only)
output
Digital AUDIO Rear Optical Out ◆Digital Audio out (DVD only)
output coaxial
OUT TO TV Rear 75 ΩOut ◆Television
coaxial
IN FROM ANT. Rear 75 ΩIn ◆Aerial
coaxial ◆Cable television network
◆Satellite receiver
☛Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your DVD-VCR, ensure that all elements
are switched off.
Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions
and associated safety precautions.
Display Indicators
Accessories
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (DVD-VCR).
Together with your DVD-VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box.
REMOTE CONTROL
& BATTERIES AUDIO & VIDEO
CABLE
OWNER’S
INSTRUCTIONS
COAXIAL CABLE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
1The DVD Deck is active
2 A DVD, CD, VCD or SVCD is loaded
3 A disc with LPCM (Linear Pulse Code
Modulation) audio is loaded
4 A DVD with a Dolby Digital is loaded
5 A DVD with a DTS soundtrack is loaded
6 The time, counter position, time remaining or
current deck status is displayed
7 The current TV show or video is broadcast in
Stereo
8 The Hi-Fi track of a VHS tape is playing
9 A Timer Recording is programmed or in progress.
If blinking there is an error. Also displays without the
clock hands to indicate that a recording is in progress
and blinks when the VCR is in Pause mode.
10 The VCR Record Speed is set to SP or LP
11 The VCR Deck is active
12 The status of the DVD deck is graphically displayed
13 3D Sound is active
14 The DVD has multiple angles to choose from
15 The number to the right of the “T” symbol is the
current title number
16 The number to the right of the “C” symbol is the
current title number
17 DVD to VHS copy is in progress
18 The status of the VCR deck is graphically displayed

GB
11
GB
10
Connecting DVD-VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment
You can connect your DVD-VCR to a Satellite receiver or other DVD-VCR using the SCART cable if the
appropriate outputs are available on the equipment chosen. The following illustrations give a few examples
of the connection possibilities.
Satellite Receiver or other Equipment
1. AV1(EURO AV): By means of 21-pin Scart Cable
Plug the SCART Cable with satellite receiver or other equipment into the AV1 (EURO AV) socket on the rear of the
DVD-VCR.
After making this connection, select the source by pressing the TV VIEW button for the AV1 input sources.
2. By means of RF Coaxial Cable
After making this connection, you must preset the station received through the satellite tuner.
RF output channel of the satellite receiver should be adjusted away from channel 36, which is used by the
DVD-VCR, e.g. re-adjust to channel 40.
Aerial
Aerial Connector
1. AV2 IN: By means of 21-pin Scart Cable
Plug the SCART Cable with satellite receiver or other equipment into the AV2 (DEC./EXT.) socket on the rear of
the DVD-VCR.
After making this connection, select the source by pressing the TV VIEW button for the AV2 input sources.
2. By means of RF Coaxial Cable
After making this connection, you must preset the station received through the satellite tuner.
RF output channel of the satellite receiver should be adjusted away from channel 36, which is used by the
DVD-VCR, e.g. re-adjust to channel 40.
SCART Cable
RF coaxial cable
1
2
TV
Satellite Receiver or other Equipment
Aerial
Aerial Connector
SCART Cable
RF coaxial cable
21
TV
To receive television programmes a signal must be received from
one of the following sources:
◆An outdoor aerial
◆An indoor aerial
◆A cable television network
◆A satellite receiver
☛Make sure that both the television and the DVD-VCR are
switched off before connecting the cables.
1Remove the aerial or network input cable from the television.
2Connect this cable to the 75Ωcoaxial socket marked on the
rear of your DVD-VCR.
3Plug the coaxial cable supplied into the socket on your
DVD-VCR.
4Plug the other end of the coaxial cable into the connector
previously used for the aerial on the television.
5To obtain better quality pictures and sound on your television, you
can also connect your DVD-VCR to the television via the SCART
cable (see section below) if your television is equipped with this
type of connection.
Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable
Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the SCART Cable
3
2
You can connect your DVD-VCR to the television using the SCART cable if the appropriate input is
available on the television. You thus:
◆Obtain better quality sound and pictures
◆Simplify the setting up procedure of your DVD-VCR
☛◆Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you must always connect the coaxial cable
supplied. Otherwise, no picture will be visible on the screen when the DVD-VCR is switched
off.
◆Make sure that both the television and the DVD-VCR are switched off before connecting the
cables.
1Connect the coaxial cable as indicated in the above section.
2Connect one end of the SCART cable to the AV1 (EURO AV) socket on the rear of the DVD-VCR.
3Plug the other end into the appropriate connector on the television.
TV
4
Aerial
SCART Cable
RF coaxial cable
2
3
TV

GB
13
GB
12
Tuning Your Television for the DVD-VCR
You must tune your television for the DVD-VCR only if you are not
using a Scart cable
➢To view pictures from your DVD-VCR when a Scart cable
is used, the television must be set to the audio/video
mode (AV).
1Switch on the television.
2Switch on the DVD-VCR by pressing STANDBY/ON on the front of
the DVD-VCR or STANDBY/ON on the remote control.
3Select a programme position on the television to be reserved for
use with your DVD-VCR.
4Insert the video cassette in the DVD-VCR. Check that the
DVD-VCR starts reading the cassette; if not, press
II
button.
5Start a scan on your television or set the television to UHF
channel 36.
6Fine tune the television until the pictures and sound are obtained
clearly.
7If you cannot find the pictures and sound, or there is interference
from nearby channels, it may be necessary to change the setting
of the DVD-VCR output channel (see Setting the DVD-VCR
Output Channel on page 19 and Problems and Solutions on page
64).
8When the picture and sound are perfectly clear, store this channel
at the desired programme position on the television.
Result: That programme is now reserved for use with your
DVD-VCR.
4
2
Plug & Auto Set Up
Your DVD-VCR will automatically set itself up when it is plugged
into the mains for the first time. TV stations will be stored in
memory. The process takes a few minutes. Your DVD-VCR will
then be ready for use.
1Connect the coaxial cable as indicated on page 11.
(Connecting Your DVD-VCR to the TV Using the Coaxial Cable)
2Plug the DVD-VCR into the mains. It will automatically tune itself
in and store TV stations in the memory.
3The process will finish after a few minutes. Then the DVD-VCR
automatically switches itself off.
➢Now, you only have to switch the DVD-VCR on and it is
ready for use.
☛Function for “Plug & Auto Set Up” is fixed already.
So if you want to change this fixed one, you can change
it by Presetting the Stations Automatically in OSD “ Auto
Set Up” menu. (see page 20)
Connecting the Audio Output Cable
You can connect your DVD-VCR to a Hi-Fi system.
Example: You wish to take advantage of the quality of your Hi-Fi
stereo system when watching a programme or recording
via your DVD-VCR.
☛◆Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you
must always connect the coaxial cable supplied.
Otherwise, no picture will be visible on the screen
when the DVD-VCR is switched off.
◆Make sure that both the television and the DVD-VCR
are switched off before connecting the cables.
1Connect the coaxial cable or SCART as indicated on page 11.
2Plug the audio output cable into the audio connectors on the rear
of your DVD-VCR.
➢Respect the colour coding of the left and right channels.
3Plug the other end of the audio cable into the appropriate input
connectors on your Hi-Fi stereo system.
2
2
1
TV

GB
15
GB
14
The following buttons are used when watching television via the
DVD-VCR’s built-in TV tuner.
1TV/VCRButton
Press to switch between your TV’s tuner and the VCR’s internal
tuner.
2PROG Up/Down Button
Press to change to the next or previous channel.
30-9 Buttons
Press to select channels directly.
4Last Program
Press to jump directly to the previously viewed channel.
5Volume/Mute
Press to adjust the volume of the program you are watching.
Press Mute to toggle the sound on and off.
◆Also works in DVD and VCR mode.
6Display
Press to display the channel you are watching.
◆Also works in DVD and VCR mode.
Basic TV Tuner Operations
1
2
2
4
3
6
5
5
5
Deck Control Keys
The DVD-VCR uses one set of controls to operate both decks. The
following keys are helpful in successfully controlling each deck.
1STANDBY/ONButton
Press the STANDBY/ON button on the remote control or front
panel to turn on the DVD-VCR.
2DVD Button
Press the DVD button on the remote control when you want to
control the DVD deck.
◆The DVD indicator will light on the Front Panel Display to show
that the DVD deck is selected.
3VCR Button
Press the VCR button on remote control when you want to control
the VCR deck.
◆The VCR indicator will light on the Front Panel Display to show
that VHS deck is selected.
4DVD-VCR Toggle
Press the SELECT button on the front panel to toggle control
between the DVD deck and the VCR deck.
5The TV VIEW Key
Press the TV VIEW key repeatedly to cycle through all of your
input sources, including the DVD, VCR, Tuner (PR##), AV1, AV2
and AUX.
➢Before using the VCR operation of 13~43 pages, press
the VCR button on the remote control to select VCR
mode.
Before using the DVD operation of 44~62 pages, press
the TV VIEW button on the remote control to select and
watch DVD.
11
23
4
5

GB
16
Copying from DVD to VCR
The DVD-VCR allows you to copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS
tape with a press of the COPY button.
If the DVD you are attempting to copy is copy
protected, you will not be able to copy the disc. It is not
permitted to copy Macrovision® encoded DVDs.
1Insert Disc
Insert the disc you wish to copy in the DVD deck and close the
drawer.
2Insert VHS Tape
Insert a blank VHS videotape into the VCR deck.
3Copy the DVD to VHS Tape
Press the COPY button on the DVD-VCR front panel.
◆The DVD will go into Play mode and the VCR will go into Record
mode.
◆If the DVD disc menu appears, you may need to press the PLAY
button manually to begin copying.
4Stop the Copy Process
When the DVD is finished playing, press the VCR button on the
remote control and then press the STOP button to end the copy.
◆You must stop the Copy process manually when the DVD movie
ends or the DVD may replay and record over and over again.
☛For NTSC DVD or VCD copy
◆Before starting the copy process, set the Quasi PAL to
Off in Display options of DVD SETUP MENU.
(see page 62)
◆If Quasi PAL is On, the copy process can not active.
◆The copy is only active PAL tape system.
1
2
3
4
4

GB
17
You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when
you:
◆Purchase the DVD-VCR
◆Find that the remote control is no longer working
correctly
1Push the tab in the direction of the arrow to release the battery
compartment cover on the rear of the remote control.
2Insert two AA, R6 or equivalent batteries, taking care to respect
the polarities:
◆+ on the battery with + on the remote control
◆– on the battery with – on the remote control
3Replace the cover by aligning it with the base of the remote
control and pushing it back into place.
➢Do not mix different battery types (manganese and
alkaline for example).
Your DVD-VCR contains a 24-hour clock and calendar used to:
◆Automatically stop programme recording
◆Preset your DVD-VCR to record a programme
automatically
You must set the date and time when:
◆You purchase the DVD-VCR
◆The power supply remains off for more than 6 hours
☛◆Do not forget to reset the time when you change
clocks from winter to summer time and vice versa.
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
CLOCK SET option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The CLOCK SET menu is displayed.
4Press or to select the hour, minutes, day, month and year.
Result: The option selected flashes.
5Press the or buttons to increase or decrease the value.
Result: The day of the week is displayed automatically.
➢You can hold the or buttons down to scroll more
quickly through the values.
6On completion, press SETUP twice to exit the menu.
Setting the Date and Time
Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control
CLOCK SET
ENTER E ND:SETUP
E ND:SETUP
12:00 1/JAN/2001
MON
1

Your DVD-VCR output channel may need to be changed if the
pictures suffer from interference or if your TV cannot find the
pictures.
Also, you can change the DVD-VCR output channel to adjust the
frequency in which information is displayed on the screen.
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the or buttons, until the cursor is placed in front of the
VCR OUTPUT CH option.
5Select the required output channel (CH21~CH69) by pressing the
or buttons.
6On completion, press SETUP twice to exit the menu.
Then tune your television again (see page 13).
GB
Setting the DVD-VCR Output Channel
You can choose the sound mode (B/G or D/K) according to the TV
set connected to your VCR.
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed
in front of the TV SYSTEM option.
5 Press the button to select G or K.
6On completion, press SETUP twice to exit the menu.
Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode
19
GB
18
Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information
Your DVD-VCR displays most information both on the DVD-VCR
and the television.
You can choose to display or hide this information on the television
screen (except for the Index, Programming MENU and
Timer functions, which cannot be hidden).
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed
in front of the OSD option.
5To... Press or , until...
Display on-screen information ON is displayed.
Hide on-screen information OFF is displayed.
6On completion, press SETUP twice to exit the menu.
USER SET
ENTER E ND:SETUP
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
IPC :ON
NICAM :ON
E ND:SETUP
LANGUAGE SET
ENTER E ND:SETUP
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM : G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
AV2 SET :DEC
E ND:SETUP
INSTALLATION
ENTER E ND:SETUP
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM : G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
AV2 SET :DEC
E ND:SETUP
INSTALLATION
ENTER E ND:SETUP
Choosing Your Language
You can change the language in which information is displayed on
the screen.
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
LANGUAGE SET option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The LANGUAGE SET menu is displayed.
4Select the required language by pressing the or buttons.
5Press ENTER to store the language selected.
6Press SETUP to exit the menu.
Result: From now on, all the on-screen information will be
displayed in the language selected.
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
DEUTSCH DUTCH
FRANÇAIS
ITALIANO
MEMORY:ENTER
END:SETUP

GB
21
GB
20
☛You do not need to preset the stations manually if you
have already set them automatically.
1Press the SETUP button on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed
in front of the MANUAL SET UP option.
5Press the button to select a MANUAL SET UP option.
Result: The TV STATION TABLE menu is displayed.
6Press the or buttons to select a programme number as
required.
7Press the button to preset the station.
Result: The MANUAL SET UP menu is displayed.
8Press the or buttons to start scanning.
Result: The frequency band is scanned and the first station
found is displayed.
9Press the or buttons until the cursor is placed in front of the
NAME.
The station name is set automatically from the broadcast signal.
10 To change the programme’s name, press the button.
Result: The first letter of the name flashes.
11 To... Then...
Select a character Press the or button until the
in the name required character is displayed
(letters, numbers or “-” character).
Move to the next or Press the or buttons
previous character respectively.
12 If you... Then...
Wish to store the ◆Press the or buttons to place the
station displayed cursor in front of the MFT.
◆Press the or buttons to adjust the
picture, if necessary.
◆Press OK to store the station
Do notwish to ◆Press the or buttons until the
store the station cursor is placed in front of the CH.
displayed ◆Press the or buttons to go on
scanning the frequency band and display
the next station
◆Go back to the beginning of Step 12
13 Repeat this procedure from Step 6onwards, until all the required
stations have been stored.
14 On completion, press the SETUP button three times to exit the
menu.
Presetting the Stations Manually
INSTALLATION
ENTER E ND:SETUP
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM : G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
AV2 SET :DEC
E ND:SETUP
* *MANUAL SET UP * *
P R : 1
C H : ---
MFT : -
DECODER : OFF
NAME : ----
MEMORY:ENTER
END:SETUP
** TV STATION TABLE **
P R CH NAME DECODER
1--- ---- OFF
2 --- ---- OFF
3 --- ---- OFF
4 --- ---- OFF
5 --- ---- OFF
SET: SORT:ENTER
DELETE:CLEAR SETUP
☛You do not need to preset the stations if you have already
set them automatically (see Plug & Auto Set Up on
page 12).
Your DVD-VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television
broadcasts.
You must preset the stations received through the tuner. This can
be done:
◆Plug & Auto Set up (see page 12)
◆Automatically
◆Manually (see page 21)
You can store up to 99 stations.
1Press the SETUP button on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed
in front of the AUTO SET UP option.
And then press the button to select this option.
Result: A message appears, indicating that any channels
already preset on your DVD-VCR will be deleted.
5Press ENTER to start the auto scanning.
Result: ◆The PLEASE WAITindication flashes on the
television screen.
◆The first frequency band is scanned and the first
station found is displayed and stored.
◆The DVD-VCR then searches for the second station
and so on.
◆When the automatic scanning procedure has
finished, the DVD-VCR switches automatically to
programme 1.
➢The number of stations automatically stored by the DVD-
VCR depends on the number of stations that it has found.
6If you wish to cancel the auto scanning before the end, press the
SETUP button three times to exit the menu.
➢◆Once the auto scanning procedure has finished, some
stations may have been stored more than once; select
the stations with the best reception and delete the
ones no longer required (see page 22).
Presetting the Stations Automatically
12,3
INSTALLATION
ENTER E ND:SETUP
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM : G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
AV2 SET :DEC
E ND:SETUP
AUTO SET UP
PLEASE WAIT
2%
I--------------------I
E ND:SETUP
YOUR DATA WILL BE LOST
PRESS ENTER TO CONTINUE
SETUP TO EXIT

GB
23
GB
22
You can rearrange the Station Table and give different programme
numbers to the stations listed according to your own preferences.
1Press the SETUP button on the remote control.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed
in front of the MANUAL SET UP option.
5Press the button to select this option.
Result: The TV STATION TABLE menu is displayed.
6Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed
in front of the required preset TV programme.
Result: The selected station is displayed at the same time on
the television screen.
7To change the programme number assigned to a station (PR4
instead of PR1 for example):
◆Press ENTER
◆Press the or buttons until the cursor is placed in front of
the programme to which the station is to be moved
◆Press ENTER again
8You can modify this station by repeating the same procedure from
Step 6onwards.
9On completion, press the SETUP button three times to exit the
menu.
Changing the Preset Station Table
** TV STATION TABLE **
P R CH NAME DECODER
1021 ---- OFF
2 025 ---- OFF
3 030 ---- OFF
4 065 ---- OFF
5
SET: SORT:ENTER
DELETE:CLEAR SETUP
** TV STATION TABLE **
P R CH NAME DECODER
1021 ---- OFF
2 025 ---- OFF
3 030 ---- OFF
4 ( 065 ---- OFF)
5
(SORT : 4
➛ 4 )
EXECUTE:ENTER SETUP
** TV STATION TABLE **
P R CH NAME DECODER
1 ( 065 ---- OFF)
2 025 ---- OFF
3 030 ---- OFF
4 065 ---- OFF
5
(SORT : 4
➛ 1 )
EXECUTE:ENTER SETUP
** TV STATION TABLE **
P R CH NAME DECODER
1065 ---- OFF
2 021 ---- OFF
3 025 ---- OFF
4 030 ---- OFF
5
SET: SORT:ENTER
DELETE:CLEAR SETUP
If you have stored a TV station:
◆That you do not require
◆At the wrong programme position
you can cancel it.
1Press the SETUP button on the remote control.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed
in front of the MANUAL SET UP option.
5Press the button to select this option.
Result: The TV STATION TABLE menu is displayed.
6Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed
in front of the required preset TV station. (PR)
7Press the CLEAR button.
8Repeat the same procedure from Step 6onwards until all the
required stations have been cleared.
9On completion, press the SETUP button three times to exit the
menu.
Clearing a Preset Station
INSTALLATION
ENTER E ND:SETUP
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM : G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
AV2 SET :DEC
E ND:SETUP
** TV STATION TABLE **
P R CH NAME DECODER
1021 ---- OFF
2 025 ---- OFF
3 030 ---- OFF
4 065 ---- OFF
5 055 ---- OFF
SET: SORT:ENTER
DELETE:CLEAR SETUP

GB
25
You can record a cassette at two different speeds:
◆SP (Standard Play)
◆LP (Long Play)
In Long Play modes:
◆Each cassette lasts twice as long
◆The recording is of a slightly lower quality
To record a cassette... Press the SPEED button on the
remote control, until...
In standard play mode SP is displayed.
In long play mode LP is displayed.
Selecting the Cassette Type
If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on
a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted.
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed
in front of the TAPE SELECT option.
5Press the or buttons as many times as required, until the
correct cassette length is displayed.
E180 E240
E 300 E260
6Press SETUP twice to exit the menu.
Selecting the Recording Speed
T ype Recording Time (in SP)
E-180 180 mins. or 3 hours
E-240 240 mins. or 4 hours
E-260 260 mins. or
4 hours and 20 mins.
E-300 300 mins. or 5 hours
USER SET
ENTER E ND:SETUP
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
IPC :ON
NICAM :ON
E ND:SETUP
Setting the AV2 Connection
If you wish to use the AV2 socket for a PAY TV DECODER, you
must change AV2 to the required position.
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is
placed in front of the AV2 SET option.
5When... Press or , until...
Another VCR or Satellite EXT is displayed.
receiver is connected to
the AV2 (DEC./EXT.) socket
The decoder is connected to DEC is displayed.
the AV2 (DEC./EXT.) socket
6On completion, press SETUP twice to exit the menu.
The TV/VCR button allows you to record one channel with the VCR
while you watch another channel on the TV.
Your television...
On The television receives the picture from
the VCR and you can select channels
with the PROG ( or ) buttons on the
VCR or the remote contro l.
Initial setting is ON.
Off (or the VCR is turned off) The television receives the picture from
your home aerial or cable television
system as it did before you connected
the VCR.
You can then use the
programme ( or
)buttons on your television to select
the channels.
GB
Switching between the TV and VCR Modes
24
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM : G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
AV2 SET :DEC
E ND:SETUP
INSTALLATION
ENTER E ND:SETUP

GB
27
GB
26
Video cassettes have a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure.
When this tab has been removed, you cannot record on the tape.
1If you wish to protect a cassette, break off the tab using a small
screwdriver.
2To re-record over a protected cassette (safety tab broken), cover
the hole with adhesive tape.
Before recording a programme, you must have preset the corres-
ponding station (unless you are recording via an external video
source). If you have not done so, refer to pages 20 and 21.
1Switch on the television.
2To monitor the programme being recorded, select the television
channel reserved for use with your DVD-VCR (or the AV input if
used).
3Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be recorded,
with the window visible and the safety tab intact or the opening
covered with adhesive tape.
Result: The DVD-VCR is switched on automatically.
4Select:
◆ The station to be recorded using the PROG( or ) buttons
or
◆The AV1, AV2 or AUX source using the TV VIEW button for a
satellite tuner or external video source
Result: The station number is displayed and the programme
can be seen on the television.
5Select the recording speed by pressing the SPEED button as
many times as required (see page 25).
6Hold REC (
I
) down for a while to start recording.
Result: The record indicator appears on the television and DVD-
VCR display. An index is recorded on the tape (see
page 37).
7To stop recording, press
■
once.
➢◆If your DVD-VCR ejects the cassette when you start
recording, check to make sure that the cassette’s
safety tab is intact or that the opening (created by a
broken safety tab) is covered with adhesive tape.
◆If you reach the end of the tape while recording, the
cassette rewinds automatically.
Recording a Programme Immediately
7
6
4
4
Protecting a Recorded Cassette
1
5
NICAM
NICAM programmes are divided into 3 types. NICAM Stereo,
NICAM Mono and Bilingual (transmission in another language).
NICAM programmes are always accompanied by a standard mono
sound broadcast and you can select the desired sound.
Please refer to page 34.
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is
placed in front of the NICAM option.
5To... Press or , until...
Mono mode OFF is displayed.
OFF: Only set at this position to record the
standard mono sound during a
NICAM broadcast if the stereo sound
is distorted due to inferior reception
conditions.
NICAM mode ON is displayed.
ON: Normally set at this position.
6On completion, press SETUP twice to exit the menu.
USER SET
ENTER E ND:SETUP
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
IPC :ON
NICAM :ON
E ND:SETUP

This function enables you to record up to nine hours (LP) of
programmes.
Your DVD-VCR stops automatically after the requested length of
time.
1Switch on the television.
2To monitor the programme being recorded, select the television
channel reserved for use with your DVD-VCR (or the AV input if
used).
3Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be recorded,
with the window visible and the safety tab intact or the opening
covered with adhesive tape.
Result: The DVD-VCR is switched on automatically.
4Select:
◆ The station to be recorded using the PROG( or ) buttons
or
◆The AV1, AV2 or AUX source using the TV VIEW button for a
satellite tuner or external video source
Result: The channel number is displayed and the programme
can be seen on the television.
5Select the recording speed by pressing the SPEED button as
many times as required (see page 25).
6Hold the REC button (
I
) down for a while to start recording.
Result: The record indicator appears on the television screen
and DVD-VCR display. An index is recorded on the
tape (see page 37).
7Press the REC button (
I
) several times to increase the
recording time in:
◆30-minute intervals up to four hours
◆1-hour intervals up to nine hours (LP)
Result: The length is displayed on the television displays. The
selected programme is recorded for the length of time
requested. At the end of that time, the DVD-VCR stops
recording automatically.
8If you wish to cancel the recording before the end, press
STANDBY/ON.
☛If the end of the tape is reached while recording:
◆The recording stops
GB
28
Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop
3
6
5
LENGTH 2:30
SET LENGTH :
PRESS REC ●
4
4

GB
29
The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the DVD-VCR
to record a programme up to one month before that programme is
to be broadcast. Up to six programmes can be preset.
☛Before presetting a recording, check that the date and
time are correct.
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the ENTER button to select TIMER PROGRAMMING
option.
Result: The TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed.
3Press to select the input source.
4Select the required station by pressing the , buttons to select
the AV1, AV2 or AUX input sources.
5Press to select the recording day.
6Select the required day by pressing the or buttons.
7Press to select the recording start time.
8Select the required hour value by pressing the or buttons.
9Press to select the minutes.
10 Select the required minute value by pressing the or buttons.
11 Press to select the recording stop time.
12 Select the required recording stop time by pressing the or
buttons, following the same procedure as when selecting the
recording start time.
13 Press to select the recording speed.
14 Press the or buttons to select the SP (Standard Play), LP
(Long Play), AUTO (Auto Tape Speed Select) recording speeds.
15 When you have finished, press the SETUP button.
16 Press the STANDBY/ON button to activate the timer.
Result: Before starting recording, the DVD-VCR compares the
timer duration with the remaining time on the cassette.
➢Auto Tape Speed Select. The DVD-VCR’s “Auto Tape
Speed Select” function compares the duration of the timer
recording to the actual recording time remaining on the
tape loaded. If there is insufficient tape to complete a
timer recording in AUTO mode, the DVD-VCR
automatically switches to LP mode to record the whole
programme.
Using the Timer Programming Feature
16
1/JAN MON 12:09
PR DAY START STOP
1 MO 1 12:00 → 12:50SP
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
DELETE:CLEAR SETUP
TIMER PROGRAMMING
ENTER END:SETUP

GB
31
GB
30
The Picture Adjustment feature allows you to adjust the alignment
manually to obtain the best possible picture.
When noise bars or streaks appear during playback, adjust alignment
manually by pressing the TRK ( + or - ) buttons until the picture is clear and
stable.
Result: ◆The tracking bar appears.
◆The image is adjusted.
◆The tracking bar disappears when you release the button.
Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually
This function allows you to play back any pre-recorded cassette.
1Switch on both the television and your DVD-VCR.
2Insert the video cassette to be played. If the safety tab on the
cassette is intact, press
ll .
Otherwise, the cassette is played automatically.
➢When a cassette is loaded, the tape position is optimized
automatically to reduce disturbance (Digital Auto Tracking).
When playing a cassette, if the end of the tape is reached,
the cassette is rewound automatically.
NTSC tapes can be played back but cannot be recorded
with this DVD-VCR.
3To... Then press...
Stop the playback
■
(STOP).
Eject the cassette (EJECT).
Playing a Cassette
32
3
Adjusting Picture Alignment Automatically
The Picture Alignment feature enables you to optimize the tape
position automatically to obtain the best possible picture.
When noise bars or streaks appear during playback, adjust picture
alignment by pressing the ATR button.
Result: ◆The tracking bar appears.
◆The picture is automatically adjusted.
◆The tracking bar disappears when digital auto tracking has
been completed.
Checking a Preset Recording
Cancelling a Preset Recording
You can cancel any programmes that are:
◆Incorrect
◆No longer required
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the ENTER button to select TIMER PROGRAMMING
option.
Result: The TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed.
3Select the programme to be cancelled by pressing the or
buttons.
4Press the CLEAR button to cancel the selected programme.
Result: All the recording information is deleted and the broad-
cast will not be recorded.
5On completion, press SETUP twice.
You can check your preset recordings:
◆When you have finished presetting the DVD-VCR
◆If you have forgotten which programmes will be
recorded
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the ENTER button to select TIMER PROGRAMMING
option.
Result: The TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed.
3Press the or buttons to select the required programme.
4Press the or buttons to select and change any values as
required. For more details, refer to the previous page.
5On completion, press SETUP twice.
1/JAN MON 12:09
PR DAY START STOP
1 MO 1 12:00 → 12:50SP
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
SET:
DELETE:CLEAR SETUP
1/JAN MON 12:09
PR DAY START STOP
1 MO 1 12:00 → 12:50SP
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
-- ---- --:--
→ --:----
SET:
DELETE:CLEAR SETUP
4

GB
33
GB
32
Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the
required system standard.
Otherwise, the system automatically selects the reception standard
when you select AUTO.
➢ ◆When playing back a cassette, the standard is
automatically selected by the DVD-VCR.
◆When you playback an NTSC-recorded tape on this DVD-
VCR make a setting on the colour system according to your
TV. If your TV is a PAL system only TV, set NTPB.
If your TV is Multi System TV (NTSC 4.43 compatible), set
NT4.43 and you can record NT4.43.
1Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed
in front of the COLOUR SYSTEM option.
5Press the button to select AUTO ➝ PAL ➝ SECAM ➝
MESECAM ➝ B/W.
AUTO When playing back a cassette, the system standard is
automatically selected by the DVD-VCR.
B/W Black and White
6On completion, press SETUP twice to exit the menu.
Selecting the Colour Mode
USER SET
ENTER E ND:SETUP
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
IPC :ON
NICAM :ON
E ND:SETUP
Intelligent Picture Control
The Intelligent Picture Control Feature allows you to adjust the
sharpness of the image automatically, according to your own
preferences.
1During playback, press the SETUP button on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding , or , buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the ENTER button to select this option.
Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is
placed in front of the IPC option.
5Press the button to select the IPC (intelligent picture control)
option.
➢When intelligent picture control mode is ON, the sharpness
of the image is adjusted automatically.
6To adjust the sharpness manually, press the button to turn the
IPC mode OFF.
7Press the or buttons until the picture is displayed according to
your preferences.
➢If you do not press a button within ten seconds, the
PICTURE menu disappears automatically.
8On completion, press the SETUP button again.
** PICTURE **
IPC : OFF
SOFTEN SHARPEN
--------*-----
ON/OFF:
USER SET
ENTER E ND:SETUP
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
IPC :ON
NICAM :ON
E ND:SETUP

GB
35
GB
34
Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion
You can play a cassette in slow motion.
➢No sound is heard when playing back a cassette in slow
motion.
1Press:
◆ ll to start playing the cassette
◆
ll button one more time to make STILL mode.
◆to start SLOW mode.
◆
or
button as many times as required to decrease or
increase the speed respectively
◆To return to the normal speed, press the ll
button twice.
2When playing back in slow motion, picture interference may occur.
Press the TRK ( +or - ) buttons to minimize this effect.
☛When you have been using the Slow Motion function for
more than about five minutes, the DVD-VCR will
automatically play to protect the:
◆Cassette
◆Video heads
2
2
1
1
You can select the mode in which the sound is reproduced on the
loudspeakers and AV outputs. The following options are available.
Option Description
L Used to listen to the sound on the left Hi-Fi channel.
R Used to listen to the sound on the right Hi-Fi channel.
MIX Used to listen to the mixed sound of the Hi-Fi and normal
channels.
MONO Used to listen to the sound on the normal mono channel.
L R Used to listen to Hi-Fi stereo sound on the left and right
channels.
➢When playing back tapes recorded in Hi-Fi, the
sound switches to Hi-Fi after five seconds of Mono.
To select the sound mode, simply press the AUDIO button on the remote
control until the required option is displayed.
Selecting the Audio Output Mode
L R MIX
L R MONO
You can select the Audio Mute mode.
To select the audio mute mode on and off, simply press the MUTE button
on the remote control.
Selecting the Audio Mute Mode
X