Sharp DV-HR300F User manual

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ENREGISTREUR DE DVD
AVEC DISQUE DUR
DVD RECORDER
WITH HARD DISC
2
• The region number
for this recorder is 2
DV-HR350F
DV-HR300F
MODE D’EMPLOI
OPERATION MANUAL
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
DV-HR350F/DV-HR300F
MODE D’EMPLOI OPERATION MANUAL
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This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as
amended by 93/68/EEC.
Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit
Änderung 93/68/EWG.
Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE
modifiées par la directive 93/68/CEE.
Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door
93/68/EEG.
Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC.
Quest’apparecchio èconforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come
emendata dalla direttiva 93/68/EEC.
Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão
corrigida pela directiva 93/68/CEE.
Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/23/CEE, modificadas por
medio de la 93/68/CEE.
Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/23/EEC såsom
kompletteras av
93/68/EEC.
Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i direktivene 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/
EEC.
Tämälaite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä
93/68/EEC.
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ENGLISH
SAFETY INFORMATION
Power Cord Protection
To avoid any malfunctions of the Recorder, and to
protect against electric shock, fire or personal injury,
please observe the following.
• Hold the plug firmly when connecting or
disconnecting the AC power cord.
• Keep the AC power cord away from heating
appliances.
• Never put any heavy object on the AC power cord.
• Do not attempt to repair or reconstruct the AC power
cord in any way.
• This Recorder is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
product.
• The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on
the rear cover.
• This product contains a low power laser device. To
ensure continued safety do not remove any cover or
attempt to gain access to the inside of the product.
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
Note:
This Recorder can be used only where the power
supply is AC 220V-240V, 50Hz. It cannot be used
elsewhere.
CAUTION:
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT
IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
AS THE LASER BEAM USED IN THIS RECORDER
IS HARMFUL TO THE EYES, DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO DISASSEMBLE THE CABINET. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE
THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
Laser Diode Properties
Material: DVD: AlGaInP
CD: GaAlAs
Wave length: DVD: 658nm
CD: 784nm
Emission Duration: Pulse
Laser output: Max. DVD: 100mW
CD: 255mW
OPERATION MANUAL ENGLISH
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Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION .............................. 1
Features ....................................................... 4
Accessories ................................................. 5
Precautions about Using This Product ..... 6
About Hard Disc (HDD) ............................... 8
Recording Format .......................................................... 8
Unrecordable Material .................................................... 8
Hard Disc Operation (Recording/Playback/Time Shift
Recording) ................................................................... 8
Initialization .................................................................... 8
CPRM (control) Information ........................................... 8
About DVD ................................................... 9
Types of Discs that Can Be Used with This Recorder ... 9
Discs that Cannot Be Used with This Recorder ............. 9
Types of Discs for Recording ......................................... 10
Recording Formats ........................................................ 11
Recording Time .............................................................. 11
Disc Remaining Time ..................................................... 11
Using the Proper Disc .................................................... 12
Unrecordable Material .................................................... 12
Initialization and Finalization ..................... 13
Initialization (Formatting) ................................................ 13
Allowing Discs to Be Played Back
with Other DVD Players (Finalization) ......................... 13
About the Contents of the Disc ................. 13
Title, Chapter and Track ................................................. 13
Icons Used on DVD Video Disc Case ............................ 14
The Icons Used in This Operation Manual ..................... 14
Important Information ................................. 15
Disc Precautions ............................................................ 15
Copyright ........................................................................ 15
Cautions Regarding Recording ...................................... 15
Major Components...................................... 16
Main Unit (Front) ............................................................ 16
Front Panel Display ........................................................ 16
Main Unit (Rear) ............................................................. 16
Remote Control Unit ...................................................... 17
Loading the Batteries ..................................................... 18
Operating a TV Using the Remote Control (Universal
Remote Control) .......................................................... 19
Setting the Remote Control Code .................................. 19
Basic Connection ........................................ 20
Connection Using Antenna Cables and SCART Cables .. 20
Using Other Types of Video Output ............................... 21
Auto Installation ............................................. 22
Turning the Power On .................................................... 22
Using the AUTO INSTALLATION for initial setting ......... 22
About START MENU ................................... 24
About START MENU...................................................... 24
Basic START MENU Operation ..................................... 24
Clock Setting ............................................... 25
Clock Setting .................................................................. 25
Channel Setting ........................................... 26
Channel Setting ............................................................. 26
Channel Sort .................................................................. 26
Deleting Channels .......................................................... 27
Re-naming Channels ..................................................... 27
Display Information..................................... 28
Content of TV Screen Display ........................................ 28
Checking the Channel, Remaining Time of HDD and
Number of Titles .......................................................... 28
Checking the Channel, Remaining Time of DVD and
Number of Titles .......................................................... 29
Switching Front Panel Display ....................................... 29
Preparation to Operate This Recorder ...... 30
Time Shift Viewing/Chasing Playback ...... 31
Time Shift Viewing ......................................................... 32
Chasing Playback .......................................................... 32
Recording to HDD ....................................... 33
Direct Recording to HDD ............................................... 34
Setting the Record End Time during Direct Recording
(Simple Recording Timer) ............................................ 34
Recording to DVD ....................................... 35
Loading Disc .................................................................. 35
Direct Recording to DVD ................................................ 35
Setting Recording Mode (HDD/DVD) ......... 37
HDD Recording Mode and Recording Time ................... 37
DVD-RW/R Recording Mode and Recording Time ........ 37
Setting the Manual Recording Mode (MN) ..................... 38
Direct Recording the TV programme you are watching . 38
Timer Recording .......................................... 39
Timer Recording with SHOWVIEW®system ...................... 39
Timer Recording by Specifying Date,
Time and Channel ....................................................... 41
Confirm, Change and Cancel a Timer Programme ........ 43
Dubbing (HDD/DVD) .................................... 44
Dubbing Method and Dubbing Types ............................. 44
Limitation during Dubbing .............................................. 44
Dubbing (HDD↔DVD)/High Speed Dubbing
(HDD→DVD) ................................................................ 46
Eliminating Problems (Recording, Timer
Recording, Dubbing) ............................ 48
HDD Playback .............................................. 50
Playback ........................................................................ 50
Playback from REC LIST ............................................... 51
Playback by Selecting Title Number (Direct Playback) .. 52
Other Types of Playback ................................................ 53
DVD/CD Playback ........................................ 55
Loading Disc .................................................................. 55
DVD-RW/R Playback ..................................................... 55
DVD Video Playback ...................................................... 56
Audio CD/Video CD Playback ........................................ 56
Other Types of Playback ................................................ 57
Playback by Selecting with the Menu in the DVD .......... 59
MP3 File Playback ....................................... 60
To Play Another File (music title) during Playback ......... 60
To Skip the File during Playback .................................... 60
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Contents
Settings During Playback ........................... 61
Function Control ............................................................. 61
Simultaneous Recording/Playback
Function ................................................. 63
Viewing the Programme Being Recorded from the
Beginning while Recording to HDD (Chasing
Playback) ..................................................................... 63
DVD/CD Playback during HDD Recording (Simultaneous
Recording/Playback) ................................................... 63
Playing Back a Title on the HDD during DVD Recording
(Simultaneous Recording/Playback) ........................... 63
Viewing Another Programme Recorded on HDD while
Recording to HDD (Simultaneous Recording/
Playback) ..................................................................... 63
Function Menu............................................. 64
How to Use the FUNCTION MENU ............................... 64
Editing (HDD/DVD) ...................................... 65
About Editing .................................................................. 65
Editing Procedure .......................................................... 65
Switching between Original and Play List (Play Lists can
be created only for HDD or VR mode) ........................ 66
Editing an Original Title (HDD/DVD) .......... 67
Erasing Unnecessary Scenes from an Original Title
(ERASE SCENE)......................................................... 67
Inputting/Changing Title Name
(CHANGE TITLE NAME) ............................................. 69
Changing Thumbnail (CHANGE THUMBNAIL) ............. 70
Making Sections in a Title (DIVIDE CHAPTER) ............. 71
Combining Chapters Together
(COMBINE CHAPTERS) ............................................. 72
Disabling Title Edit and Erase (TITLE PROTECT) ......... 72
Erasing All Titles ............................................................. 73
Erasing by Selecting a Title (or Chapter) ....................... 73
Editing a Play List (HDD/DVD) ................... 74
Creating a Play List ........................................................ 74
Adding a Scene from an Original to a Play List
(ADD SCENE) ............................................................. 75
Changing the Title Sequence (MOVE TITLE) ................ 77
Erasing Unnecessary Scenes (ERASE SCENE) ........... 78
Inputting/Changing Title Name
(CHANGE TITLE NAME) ............................................. 78
Changing Thumbnail (CHANGE THUMBNAIL) ............. 78
Making Sections in a Title (DIVIDE CHAPTER) ............. 78
Combining Chapters Together
(COMBINE CHAPTERS) ............................................. 78
Enjoying High Quality Sounds................... 79
Playing 2 Channel Audio with an Analogue Connection .. 79
Playing Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG Audio with a
Digital Connection ........................................................ 79
Playing 2 Channel Audio with a Digital Connection ......... 80
Recording from External Equipment......... 81
Recording from a Digital Camcorder Using i.LINK ......... 81
Recording from a Camcorder (VCR) Using an Analogue
Connection .................................................................. 83
Function Setting .......................................... 84
Functions under OTHER SETTINGS 1 .......................... 84
REC. FUNCTION ........................................................... 84
Basic Operation for REC. FUNCTION Setting ............... 85
VIEW/PLAY SETTING ................................................... 86
Basic Operation for VIEW/PLAY SETTING .................... 87
ADJUSTMENT ............................................................... 88
Basic Operation for ADJUSTMENT Setting ................... 91
Functions under OTHER SETTINGS 2 .......................... 92
MODE SETTING ............................................................ 92
Basic Operation for MODE SETTING ............................ 93
MANUAL TUNING ......................................................... 94
CHANNEL SORT ........................................................... 94
CLOCK SETTING .......................................................... 94
Initialization .................................................................... 95
Finalization ..................................................................... 95
INITIALIZE ..................................................................... 95
FINALIZE ....................................................................... 95
Basic Operation for INITIALIZE/FINALIZE ..................... 96
Troubleshooting .......................................... 97
On-screen Error Messages ........................ 100
Glossary ....................................................... 103
Specifications .............................................. 106
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Features
1
DVD-RW/R recording/playback
with outstanding compatibility
• This Recorder is compatible with digital recording
on rewritable DVD-RW discs and one-time record-
able DVD-R discs. It has two recording formats: “VR
(Video Recording) mode” which has a wealth of
editing functions, and “Video mode” which can be
played back with existing DVD players. This lets you
enjoy recording and dubbing to suit your purpose.
2
High picture quality design (Used
in all hard disc and DVD modes)
VBR (Variable Bit Rate) recording
• Constantly maintains optimal high picture quality by
varying the bit rate (amount of video data) for each
scene depending on the video content (e.g. whether
movement is fast or slow).
3
A variety of hard disc tDVD
dubbing functions
1High speed dubbing*1
Enables high speed dubbing from hard disc to DVD
so you can enjoy creating your own video library.
*1 For high speed dubbing, use discs conforming to DVD-RW
Ver. 1.1/2gor DVD-R Ver. 2.0/4g.
2Rate conversion dubbing
The mode can be selected from 32 levels just like
recording mode. This enables recording at the
optimal picture quality, given the remaining empty
space on the disc.
3Exact dubbing
This automatically adjusts to the optimal record
mode so that the material is dubbed exactly into the
remaining area on the disc.
The time normally required for a programme of an hour
on High Speed Dubbing to a double speed compatible
disc
Recording Mode Speed Time Required
FINE
SP
LP
Approx. 2g
Approx. 4g
Approx. 8g
Approx. 30 min
Approx. 15 min
Approx. 7.5 min
EP Approx. 12gApprox. 5 min
4“Time Shift Viewing”, “Chasing
Playback” and “Simultaneous
Recording/Playback” —functions
you can only get with a hard disc
1Time shift viewing
While you are watching a programme, the phone
rings.… At times like this, you can pause the
programme being broadcast at the press of a
button, and then watch the rest of the programme
at your leisure after you finish your phone call. You
can also switch to the current broadcast scene just
by pressing ■STOP/LIVE button.
2Chasing playback
You return home earlier than expected while timer
recording is in progress…. At times like this, you
don’t have to wait for recording to end.You can
immediately view the programme from the begin-
ning.
3Simultaneous recording/playback
Even while recording to the hard disc, you can
enjoy playback of a DVD, or programmes already
recorded on hard disc.You don’t have to wait for
recording to finish.
5Comprehensive editing functions
(Only titles recorded on the hard disc or in VR
mode on DVD-RW can be edited.)
1Play list edit
This lets you gather only the needed parts (i.e. a
“Play List”) from a recorded original video (title).You
can rearrange scenes and combine them with other
scenes, or rearrange titles. This is convenient when
you want to dub and save only the necessary
scenes and titles.
2Chapter edit
This lets you divide a title into chapter units during
recording/playback or using the edit screen. After
dividing, a list of recordings (thumbnails) can be
displayed in chapter units, so you can copy, erase
or dub to the play list in chapter units.
3Erase Scene
This lets you erase unnecessary scenes. This is
convenient when you want to cut out the commer-
cials in a recorded programme before dubbing.
4Batch erasing of titles/chapters
Titles and chapters which become unnecessary
after editing can be batch erased by selecting them
from the list of recordings (thumbnails).
5Edit undo function*2
If you mistakenly erase data during editing, this
function lets you restore it to its immediately
preceding state, just like “Undo” on a PC, so you
can edit worry-free.
*2Edit undo can only be used once. It only works when
“UNDO” is assigned to a coloured button (green) dis-
played on the screen.
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Remote control unit Two R-03 size batteries
(“AAA” size, UM/SUM-4)
for the remote control unit
Video/audio cable Round coaxial cable
6Simple operation and user-friendly
design using a new remote control
1START MENU
Press START MENU button on the remote control,
and display the list of main functions on the screen.
After that, you can operate by using the Cursor
buttons and SET/ENTER button on the remote
control, so this Recorder can be used easily even
by a person who is unfamiliar with operation.
2Coloured buttons
The remote control has coloured buttons with four
different colours. Functions are displayed in four
different colours on the screen, and the Recorder
can be operated by directly designating these
functions.
3Luminous buttons
Luminous buttons are used for key control buttons
on the remote control so they are easy to see in the
dark.
7
Digital connection (i.LINK) with a
digital video/audio source equip-
ment
• The DV IN terminal allows you to capture, edit and
store material from a digital camcorder equipped
with a DV terminal.
8MP3 file playback
• This Recorder allows you to playback MP3 files
recorded on CD-RW/R.
9SHOWVIEW*3 system
• The SHOWVIEW system allows you to programme
your Recorder for timer recording simply by input-
ting the SHOWVIEW Programming number. The
SHOWVIEW numbers are listed in most newspapers,
television guides, and local CATV listings. Simply by
inputting this SHOWVIEW number, you can
programme your Recorder for timer recording,
eliminating the need to input programme start time,
stop time, channel, date and other information
which is necessary for ordinary timer programming.
*3SHOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar Develop-
ment Corporation. The SHOWVIEW system is manufactured
under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.
Features
Accessories
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Precautions about Using This Product
Do not use at locations at high
temperature.
• If you leave this equipment at a location which rises to an
abnormally high temperature (like the inside of a car with
the windows shut), this may cause deformation of the
cabinet or malfunction. Be very careful not to allow the
area abound the Recorder or discs to reach a high
temperature.
• Do not place the Recorder on any equipment which gets
hot.
• Do not place at a location which is exposed to direct
sunlight, or near a heater. Be careful because doing so
will have an adverse effect on the cabinet and compo-
nents.
Do not remove the cabinets.
• Do not remove the Recorder cabinets. Touching parts
inside the cabinet could result in electric shock and/or
damage to the Recorder. For service and adjustment
inside the cabinet, please contact the nearest service
centre approved by Sharp.
Do not cover the fan or ventila-
tion holes on the back of the Re-
corder.
• When setting up the Recorder, do not cover the fan or
ventilation holes on the rear of the Recorder. This will
interfere with the cooling fan and cause malfunction. Be
especially careful of this point when housing the Recorder
in a TV stand or AV rack.
• Do not use the Recorder on carpets, or on a bed or sofa,
or wrap the Recorder in cloth or other material. This will
interfere with the cooling fan and cause malfunction.
Avoid dust and smoke.
• Do not place the Recorder at a location which is unstable,
subject to heavy vibration or where there is a lot of dust or
tobacco smoke. Doing so may cause malfunction or
accidents.
Set up the Recorder so it is hori-
zontal.
• Do not stand the Recorder up vertically or place it upside
down. Doing so will cause malfunction.
Do not place objects on the Re-
corder.
• Do not place any objects, such as vases or lighted
candles on the top of the Recorder.
• Set up at a location where there is adequate space above
the Recorder
• Do not place a TV or other heavy object on the Recorder.
Doing so may result in problems like noise appearing on
the screen, or deformation of the cabinet.
Keep away from magnetic ob-
jects.
• Keep the Recorder away from strong magnetic objects.
Handle the Recorder carefully.
• Do not drop the Recorder, or subject it to strong impact or
vibration. Doing so will cause malfunction. Be careful
when carrying or moving the Recorder.
No fingers or other objects inside
• Do not put any foreign object on the disc tray.
When moving or shipping the
Recorder
• Remove the disc before wrapping the Recorder. In case
you will not be using the Recorder for a while, remove the
disc, and turn off the power.
Dew formation
• Dew may form on the surface of and inside the Recorder
if you suddenly carry it from a cold location to a warm
location, or use it in a cold room where heating has just
been turned on (i.e. on a winter morning). If dew forms,
let the Recorder sit with the power off until the dew
disappears. Using the Recorder with dew formation
present may cause malfunction.(See page 15.)
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Precautions about Using This Product
Upkeep of cabinet
• The cabinet surface employs a lot of plastic. Do not wipe
these surfaces with benzene or thinner because this may
cause deterioration or paint peeling.
• Do not apply volatile liquids like insecticide to the
cabinet. Also, do not allow long-term contact with
materials like rubber, vinyl products or synthetic leather.
Doing so may cause problems like paint peeling.
• Do not affix stickers or tape to the Recorder. Doing so
may cause cabinet discolouration or damage.
• If the cabinet or front panel display gets dirty, gently wipe
it off with soft cloth like flannel. If it is extremely dirty, soak
a cloth in neutral detergent diluted with water, wring the
cloth well, wipe, and then wipe again with a dry cloth.
Using powerful cleaners may cause discolouration,
deterioration or paint peeling. We recommend testing any
cleaners at an inconspicuous location on the Recorder.
Electromagnetic interference
• If you use a mobile phone or other electronic equipment
near the Recorder, video may be disturbed or become
noisy during playback or recording due to electromag-
netic interference.
Antenna
• To avoid the effects of radio interference, set up the
antenna at a location away from busy roads, electric
wires for train, electric transmission lines and neon signs.
This is effective for preventing electric shock accidents in
the unlikely event that antenna falls down.
• Do not make the antenna line unnecessarily long, or
bundle it. Be careful because doing so will cause the
picture to be unstable.
• The antenna is exposed to the weather, so be careful to
periodically check and replace it. This will ensure a
beautiful picture. Antennas are particularly susceptible to
damage at locations with heavy smoke and soot, and
locations exposed to sea breeze.
Hard disc (HDD)
• This Recorder records programmes onto a hard disc
(HDD). The hard disc is equipped with a safety mecha-
nism to protect data from impact, vibration and dust.
However, to prevent loss of recorded data, you should be
particularly careful of the following points:
• Do not subject the Recorder to any impact.
• Do not use at a location which is unstable or subject to
vibration.
• Do not move the Recorder while the power is on.
• Do not unplug the power cord from the AC outlet
during recording or playback. First turn power “OFF”,
and then unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
• Do not use at a location with abrupt temperature
variation (variation of more than 10°C per hour).
• The Recorder will malfunction if used at a cold location
(5°C or less) or an extremely hot location (35°C or
higher).
• If you carry the Recorder from a cold location to a
warm location, let the Recorder sit for a while before
using it.
• In the unlikely event that the hard disc (HDD) malfunc-
tions for some reason, you cannot replace it by yourself. If
you disassemble the Recorder you will void the warranty.
Please contact the nearest service centre approved by
Sharp. We cannot provide compensation for data content
if data is lost or not recorded.
Connected equipment
• Read carefully the “Precautions for Use” in the operation
manual for any equipment connected to the Recorder.
Power conservation
• When you are finished using the Recorder, conserve
power by turning power off. If you go on a trip, or
otherwise will not use the Recorder for a long time,
unplug the power cord from the AC outlet to ensure
safety.
Requests regarding setup
• Do not cover the fan or ventilation holes on the back of
the Recorder. Doing so will interfere with heat radiation
and cause malfunction.
Notes about use
• The Recorder and cabinet may become a little hot,
depending on the use environment when using this
Recorder. This is not a malfunction.
• When unplugging the power cord (to move the Recorder,
etc.), first turn off power (STANDBY indicator on the front
of the Recorder lights up red) to protect the hard disc
(HDD).
• When power is turned on, the fan will rotate to cool the
Recorder.
• Immediately after plugging the power cord into an AC
outlet, or after recovery from a power failure, the unit may
fail to operate for more than ten seconds because the
Recorder is performing system adjustment.
Notes about this operation
manual
• In this operation manual, the terms “the Recorder”, “this
Recorder” or “your Recorder” refer to the “DV-HR350F/
DV-HR300F DVD Recorder with Hard Disc”.
• The screen displays and Recorder illustrations given in
this operation manual are for explanatory purposes, and
may differ somewhat from the actual screen and Re-
corder.
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About Hard Disc (HDD)
This Recorder has a built in hard disc (abbreviated
“HDD”) for recording and playback. Beware of the
following points when setting up and using the Recorder.
Failure to observe precautions may cause damage to the
HDD itself or its content, failure of the disc to operate, or
recording of noise.
• Do not subject to any vibration or impact.
• Do not place at a cramped location which might block the
cooling fan or ventilation port on the back of the Re-
corder.
• Do not place at a location with severe temperature
variation.
s If the Recorder is set up at a location with severe
temperature variation, dew may form on and inside the
Recorder. If the Recorder is used with internal dew
formation present, this may cause HDD damage or
malfunction. We recommend keeping variation in room
temperature within 10˚C per hour.
• Do not place at a location with high humidity.
• Place the Recorder horizontally, never at an incline.
• When the power is on, do not unplug the power cord from
the AC outlet, turn off the breaker for the area where the
Recorder is set up, or move the Recorder.
s When moving the Recorder, first turn off the power and
then unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
Recording Format
■HDD recording is done using the variable bit rate
format for more efficient recording.
The following phenomena may occur.
With the variable bit rate format, the remaining amount
which can be recorded may increase or decrease relative
to the display of the remaining amount of HDD space.
• When the display indicates that the remaining amount of
HDD space is low, first delete unnecessary programmes,
and then record with an extra margin in the amount of
remaining space.
• Even if you delete a programme, the remaining amount
may not increase by the amount of deleted time. When
recording new video, record with an extra margin in the
amount of remaining space.
• With this Recorder, part of the HDD capacity is used as a
system management area.
Unrecordable Material
• This Recorder is equipped with a copy guard function
that prevents recording of video software or broadcast
programmes that contain a signal that restricts copying in
accordance with copyrights and so forth.
• In the case a copy guard signal is contained in a source
video that occurs partway through recording, recording is
paused at that point. Recording resumes when the copy
guard signal is no longer present, while no recordings will
be made for the part where the copy prevention signal is
present.
In the unlikely event that there is some problem like loss
of recorded video or audio content due to a HDD
malfunction, please be aware beforehand that Sharp will
bear no responsibility to compensate for the content
which could not be recorded or edited, for the loss of
recorded or edited video, or for other related direct or
indirect damages.
■If a power failure occurs
• The content being recorded or timer recorded will be
damaged if power failure occurs.
• The content being played back may be damaged.
■For important recording
• If the HDD malfunctions, the content recorded on the
HDD may be lost. If you wish to save content perma-
nently, we recommend copying or moving the content
to DVD-RW or DVD-R.
NOTE
• If a message indicating a HDD error is displayed (such as
“CANNOT OPERATE DUE TO HDD ERROR.”) and the
HDD has malfunctioned, you cannot replace the HDD by
yourself. If you disassemble the Recorder, the warranty
will become void. Also, recovery of data is impossible. If
playback is possible, re-record the recorded content onto
a DVD-RW/R disc, and contact your nearest service
centre approved by Sharp.
Hard Disc Operation
(Recording / Playback / Time Shift
Recording)
• If the Recorder is used in a cold location (a location at
low temperature), the drive will only allow live viewing
after power is turned on until the HDD is ready. During
this time, the Recorder will not allow Time Shift Viewing,
recording, display of recording lists or playback of
recorded programmes. Please wait until the HDD is
ready.
Initialization
• Initialization erases all video recorded on the HDD. Be
sure to dub important recordings onto DVD-RW/R discs
before initializing.
CPRM (control) Information
• There are 3 types of copy control signals: “Copy Freely”,
“Copy Once” and “Copy Never”.
“Copy Never” programmes cannot be recorded on HDD.
When a “Copy Once” enabled programme is copied from
HDD to DVD-RW, the video is not copied — it is moved
from the HDD to the DVD-RW (i.e. the content recorded
on the HDD is erased).
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About DVD
Types of Discs that Can Be
Used with This Recorder
• Since this Recorder is compatible with the PAL format, use
discs that contain the letters “PAL” on the disc or package.
NTSC and PAL-60 signals cannot be recorded.
(A black screen is shown when NTSC or PAL-60
signals are input to the external input.)
• The following discs can be played back and recorded with
this Recorder. Do not use an 8 cm (3") adapter (for CDs).
• Use discs that are compatible with standards as indi-
cated by the presence of the following logo marks on the
disc label. Playback of discs not complying with these
standards is not guaranteed. In addition, image quality or
sound quality is not guaranteed even if such discs are
able to be played back.
Discs For Recording and Playback
DVD-RW
DVD-R
4.7
•Ver.1.1
•Ver.1.1
(CPRM
compatible)*1
•Ver.1.1/2g
(CPRM
compatible)*1
•Ver.2.0
•Ver.2.0/4g*3
Recording
Format
VR mode
Video mode
Video mode
Contents
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Disc Size
12 cm (5"),
single-sided/
double-sided,
single layer disc
8 cm (3"), single-
sided, single
layer disc *2
Disc Type
• DVD video players and discs have region numbers,
which dictate the regions in which a disc can be played.
The region number for this product is 2. (Discs marked
ALL will play in any player.)
• DVD Video operations and functions may be different
from the explanations in this manual and some operations
may be prohibited due to disc manufacturer’s setting.
• If “CANNOT OPERATE THIS FUNCTION.” or “THIS
OPERATION IS PROHIBITED BY THE DISC.” is displayed,
either the disc or Recorder is prohibiting the function.
Read the disc’s manual along with this manual.
• If a menu screen or operating instructions are displayed
during playback of a disc, follow the operating procedure
displayed.
• This Recorder conforms to the PAL colour system. Also
you can play discs recorded with the NTSC system via a
PAL system TV set.
• JPEG files cannot be played back.
Discs that Cannot Be Used with
This Recorder
■The following discs are unable to be played back or
are not played back properly on this Recorder. If such
a disc is mistakenly played back, the speakers may
be damaged due to the large volume. Never attempt
to play back such discs.
CDG, Photo CD, CD-ROM, CD-TEXT, CD-EXTRA, SVCD,
SACD, PD, CDV, CVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio
DVD Video Region
number
2
ALL
Recording
Format
Video mode
Video mode
(finalized disc
only)
Video CD
Audio CD
(CD-DA)
Audio CD
(CD-DA)
MP3 file
Video CD
Contents
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Audio
Audio
Audio + Video
(Movie)
Disc Size
12 cm (5")
8 cm (3")
12 cm (5")
12 cm (5")
8 cm (3")
Disc Type
DVD+RW/DVD+R
Video CD
Audio CD *4
CD-RW/CD-R
*1 “Copy Once” broadcasts and other programmes that
can be recorded only once can be recorded.
*2 DVD-RW/R 8 cm (3") single-sided, single-layer discs can
only be used for recording in the Video mode. Some
discs of this type may not be able to be recorded.
*3 Not compatible with 4ghigh speed dubbing. When high
speed dubbing is used, the system will switch to 2g.
Discs for Playback (Playback Only)
*4 This Recorder has been designed on the premise of
playing back Audio CDs that comply with CD (Compact
Disc) standards. CDs containing a signal for the purpose
of protecting copyrights (copy control signal) may not be
able to be played back with this Recorder.
■Discs with unusual shapes cannot be played.
• Discs with unusual shapes (heart-shaped or hexagonal
discs, etc.) cannot be used. The use of such discs will
cause a fault.
■The following DVD video discs cannot be played.
• Discs not containing “2” or “ALL” for the region number
(discs sold outside the authorized marketing area).*5
• Discs produced illegally.
• Discs recorded for commercial use.
*5 The region number for this product is 2.
■The following DVD-RW/R, DVD+RW/R discs cannot be
played.
• Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be
played back.
• Discs may not be played back depending on the
recorder used for recording.
■The following Audio CD discs cannot be played.
• Discs containing a signal for the purpose of protecting
copyrights (copy control signal) may not be played
back with this Recorder.
• This Recorder has been designed on the premise of
playing back Audio CDs that comply with CD (Com-
pact Disc) standards.
■The following CD-RW/R discs cannot be played.
• Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be
played back.
• Non-finalized discs cannot be played back.
• Discs recorded in a format other than a Video CD/
Audio CD and MP3 file format*6 cannot be played back.
• Discs may not be played back depending on their
recording status or the status of the disc itself.
• Discs may not be played back depending on their
compatibility with this Recorder or the recorder used
for recording.
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About DVD
*6 About MP3 file format
MP3 files are audio data compressed in MPEG1 Audio
layer 3 file format. “MP3 files” have “.mp3” as extensions.
(Some files that have “.mp3” extensions or files that have
not been recorded in MP3 format will produce noise or
cannot be played.)
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆPlaying MP3 discs
• The MP3 files are not played in the order they were
recorded.
• The maximum number of layers which can be
recognized, including files and folders, is 8.
• Some multi-session discs cannot be played.
• It is recommended to record data at a lower speed as
data recorded at fast speed can produce noise and
may not be able to be played.
• The more folders there are, the longer the reading
time.
• Depending on the folder tree, reading MP3 files can
take time.
• Folder or track (file) names are limited to 8 characters.
Folder or track (file) names that go over 8 characters
will be abbreviated. (Certain letters or symbols in
folder names or title name may not be displayed.)
• The playing time may not be correctly displayed
during MP3 file playback.
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆThe following files cannot be played on this
Recorder.
• Discs that have more than 257 folders or 1,000 files.
• When both Audio CD format and MP3 files format are
recorded on a disc. (The disc is recognized to be an
Audio CD and only tracks in the Audio CD format are
played back.)
DVD-RW Discs
• DVD-RW discs are available in Ver. 1.1, Ver. 1.1
(CPRM compatible) or Ver. 1.1/2g(CPRM
compatible).
• When a disc has been recorded in the VR mode, it
can be recorded and erased repeatedly. Erasure also
allows the recording time to be increased.
• When a disc has been recorded in the Video mode,
additional recording is possible until the disc is full.
The recording time does not increase*7 even if titles
are erased, but if the disc is initialized (see pages 13
and 95) full recording time is possible.
*7 Recording time can only be increased when the last
title is erased (titles cannot be erased after a disc
has been finalized).
DVD-R Discs
• DVD-R discs can only be recorded in the Video
mode.
• Although additional recordings can be made until the
disc is full, disc space does not increase even if titles
are erased (because erasure here refers only to
making the titles not visible).
• Although these discs can be played back with other
DVD players once they have been finalized, the discs
can no longer be recorded or erased after they have
been finalized.
• Discs can be additionally recorded and edited with
this Recorder only until they are finalized.
Types of Discs for Recording
• DVD-RW and DVD-R discs can be recorded with this
Recorder. The recording format that can be selected may
vary according to the disc version and type of disc.
• Make sure to use a disc that has the words “For Video” or
“For Recording” on the disc or disc jacket for recording
and playback with this Recorder.
VR mode
×
—
Video mode
×
×
Disc Type
DVD-RW Ver. 1.1
DVD-RW Ver. 1.1
(CPRM)
DVD-RW Ver. 1.1/2g
(CPRM)
DVD-R Ver. 2.0
DVD-R Ver. 2.0/4g
Recording Format
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Recording Formats
• There are two recording formats available with this
Recorder: the VR mode and the Video mode.
• The recording format that can be selected may differ
depending on the disc. Refer to the section on Types of
Discs for Recording (page 10).
• Recording in the VR mode and Video mode cannot be
mixed on one disc.
VR (Video Recording) Mode
The VR mode is the basic DVD-RW recording format,
and lets you enjoy the various editing functions
available with this Recorder.
• When a disc has been recorded in the VR mode, it can
be recorded and erased repeatedly. Erasure also allows
the recording time to be increased.
• Recorded discs can only be played back with DVD-RW
compatible DVD players*8.
• “Copy Once” programmes can also be recorded*9.
*8 • Although there are some cases in which the disc must
be finalized, the disc can be recorded and erased
after it has been finalized.
• DVD-RW compatible DVD players have the following
indication.
DVD players with this indication have the function of
being able to play back DVD-RW discs recorded in
the VR mode with a DVD recorder.
*9 When using a DVD-RW Ver. 1.1 disc (CPRM compatible).
Recorded programmes cannot be played back with
other DVD players (including DVD-RW players) or DVD
recorders not compatible with CPRM.
Video Mode
This recording format is compatible with commercially
available DVD players and DVD-ROM drives.
• Discs recorded in the Video mode cannot be recorded
repeatedly or their content overwritten.
• When recording in the Video mode, discs can be played
back, additionally recorded and edited only with this
Recorder until they are finalized. Editing functions are
limited.
• Discs recorded in the Video mode can be played back
with other DVD players by finalizing them after recording.
(However, this does not guarantee that these discs can
be played back on all DVD players.)
• Recordings onto DVD-RW/R discs using the Video mode
employ a new standard approved by the DVD Forum in
2000, and compatibility with this standard is left to the
discretion of the respective DVD player manufacturer.
Consequently, there are some models of DVD players
and DVD-ROM drives that are unable to play back DVD-
RW/R discs.
• “Copy Once” programmes cannot be recorded.
Recording Time
• The recording mode that can be set varies according to
the recording format. Refer to the table below for the
applicable recording mode.
Recordable Time
About 60 minutes
About 120 minutes
About 240 minutes
About 360 minutes
Recording
Mode
FINE
SP
LP
EP
Description
When you want to record high-
quality images.
This is the standard recording
mode.
When you want to record for a long
period of time with slightly lower
image quality.
When you want to place priority on
recording time.
• Recordable time is based on the recording time when
using a 4.7 GB disc. Since recording capacity varies
according to the recorded material, there may be cases
where there is much more disc space remaining on the
disc when recording is completed.
• Refer to page 37 about the recordable times when you
choose “MN” (manual) Recording mode.
* Since recording to DVD is performed using VBR (variable
bit rate, refer to the section on VBR Control on page 105)
with the exception of some recording modes, recording
time varies according to the material to be recorded.
• Recordable time may be shorter than that indicated above in
the case of recording material of poor image quality such as
broadcasts from televisions with poor reception.
• This does not guarantee the length of recording time. Actual
recording time may be shorter than that indicated above
depending on image quality and other aspects.
• The total of recording time and remaining time may not always
agree with the recordable time of the recording mode.
• Block-like images may become conspicuous during scenes
containing rapid movement due to the characteristics of digital
image compression technology.
Disc Remaining Time
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆVR mode
• Additional recordings can be made as long as there is
available space on the disc. (Additional recordings
can also be made after the disc is finalized.)
• Erasing unnecessary recordings lets you increase the
remaining time on the disc. (The disc can also be
erased after it has been finalized.)
• When a Play List (see page 74) is created, disc space
will not increase even if portions of titles or titles of
Play List are erased.
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆVideo mode
• Additional recordings can be made with this Recorder
provided there is available space on the disc until the
disc is finalized.
• In case you record on a DVD-RW disc, recordable
time will increase if you erase the last recorded title
unless you finalize the DVD-RW disc.
• In case you record on a DVD-R disc, recordable time
will not increase even if you erase titles (see page 73).
(The erase function only hides the title, it does not
actually erase it. It does not actually delete the
recorded contents.)
About DVD
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Objective
•
When you want to play
back a recorded disc with
a DVD player or DVD
Video compatible PC
• When you want to
repeatedly record and
erase a recorded disc
• When you want to edit
a disc recorded with
this Recorder
• When playing back with
a DVD-RW compatible
player with the
following indication
• When you want to
repeatedly record and
erase a recorded disc
• When you want to
record a “Copy Once”
satellite broadcast, etc.
•
When you want to play
back a recorded disc with
a DVD player or DVD
Video compatible PC
• When not re-recording a
recorded disc (when
making a permanent
recording or when you
do not want the
recording to be erased)
Disc Used
Recordable
DVD-RW disc
Ver. 1.1 or Ver.
1.1 (CPRM
compatible)
Recordable
DVD-RW disc
Ver. 1.1 or
Ver. 1.1
(CPRM
compatible)
Recordable
DVD-RW disc
Ver. 1.1
(CPRM
compatible)
Recordable
DVD-R disc
Recording Format
Video mode
recording
+
finalization
VR mode
recording
+
(finalization)
VR mode
recording
Video mode
recording
+
finalization
About DVD
Using the Proper Disc
Select the disc and recording format to be used
according to the objective of the recording.
Select the disc and recording format by referring
to the table below.
Unrecordable Material
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆThis Recorder is equipped with a copy guard
function that prevents recording of video software
or broadcast programmes that contain a signal that
restricts copying in accordance with copyrights and
so forth.
Example:
•DVD videos
•PPV (pay-per-view) broadcasts
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆThe proper image may not be obtained in the case
a copy guard signal is contained in the images
input from equipment connected to the external
input jacks (LINE 1, LINE 2, LINE IN 3 or DV IN) of
this Recorder.
Example:
•Images not output at proper brightness
•Incorrect output of picture size and other data
Connect such equipment directly to your TV
without going through this Recorder.
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆIn the case a copy guard signal is contained in a
source video that occurs part way through record-
ing, recording is paused at that point. Recording
resumes when the copy guard signal is no longer
present, while no recordings will be made for the
part where the copy prevention signal is present.
4.7
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Initialization and Finalization
Initialization (Formatting)
Initialization is required when using DVD-RW discs in the Video mode. (See page 95 for details about Initializa-
tion.)
When an unused DVD-RW disc is placed in the Recorder immediately after the disc has been purchased, the Recorder is set
to automatically begin initializing in the VR mode. The settings can also be changed so that discs are initialized in the Video
mode (page 95).
When using a DVD-RW disc in the Video mode without changing this setting, initialize the disc in the Video mode after first
completing initialization in the VR mode (page 95).
•Initialization causes the entire previously recorded contents of the disc to be erased.
•It takes about 1 minute to 1 minute and 30 seconds for initialization to be completed.
Allowing Discs to Be Played Back with Other DVD Players (Finalization)
Discs must always be finalized in order to play them back with another DVD player after having been recorded in
the Video mode. (See page 95 for details about Finalization)
Finalize discs on which all recordings have been completed so that they can be viewed with another DVD player or a DVD
Video compatible PC. Discs that are not finalized may not be able to be played back with other DVD players or DVD Video
compatible PCs. (However, this does not guarantee that finalized discs can be played back on all DVD players or DVD Video
compatible PCs.)
•Finalizing a DVD-R disc prevents all recording and editing of that disc.
•Although DVD-RW discs can be re-recorded by initializing even after they have been recorded in the Video mode and
finalized, all previously recorded contents are erased.
•Finalization is required if a disc recorded in the VR mode cannot be played back with a DVD-RW compatible player. (Discs
formatted in the VR mode can be recorded and edited even after finalization.)
•Finalization takes from several minutes to about an hour. (Processing takes longer if there is considerable available space
on the disc.)
The following operations may cause malfunction.
•Operating discs recorded or edited by this Recorder in a DVD recorder or PC’s DVD drive manufactured by other manu-
facturers.
•Using the discs in above situation again with this Recorder.
•Operating discs recorded or edited by a DVD recorder or PC’s DVD drive made by other manufacturers than the one for
this Recorder.
About the Contents of the Disc
Title, Chapter and Track
Title 1 Title 2
Chapter 1Chapter 2Chapter 3
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5
Chapter 1Chapter 2
Example 1: DVD
Example 2: Video CD or Audio CD
•DVDs are divided into “Titles”and “Chapters”. If the disc
has more than one movie on it, each movie would be a
separate “Title”. “Chapters”, on the other hand, are
subdivisions of titles. (See Example 1.)
•Video CDs and Audio CDs are divided into “Tracks”. You
can think of a “Track”as one tune on an Audio CD. (See
Example 2.)
Recording on a DVD-RW/R disc
•One recording is treated as one title and the chapters will
be inserted automatically every 10 minutes. You can
choose the chapter interval from the following: 10
minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or off (page 84).
•Each title, chapter and track will be numbered in order.
Title, chapter and track may not be numbered in some
discs.
Recording on a DVD-RW disc in VR mode
•When you pause during recording or erase the scene using edit function, chapter marks will be inserted automatically. You
can also insert chapter marks at your favorite scenes (page 71).
Recording in Video mode
•You cannot insert chapter marks at your favorite scenes.
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About the Contents of the Disc
Icons Used on DVD Video Disc Case
When you buy a DVD Video disc, the back of the disc case
usually contains various information about the contents of
the disc.
2
2
16:9
2
LB
213
546
1. English
2. Chinese
1. English
2. Chinese
1 2
3 4 5
zAudio tracks and audio formats
DVD discs can contain up to 8 separate tracks with a
different language on each. The first in the list is the
original track.
This section also details the audio format of each
soundtrack—Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG etc.
Dolby Digital
A sound system developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc.
that gives movie theatre ambience to audio output when
the Recorder is connected to a Dolby Digital processor
or amplifier.
DTS
DTS is a digital sound system developed by Digital
Theater Systems for use in cinemas. This system uses 6
audio channels and provides accurate sound field
positioning and realistic acoustics. (By connecting a
DTS Digital Surround decoder, you can also listen to
DTS Digital Surround sound.)
Linear PCM
Linear PCM is a signal recording format used for Audio
CDs.
The sound on Audio CDs is recorded at 44.1 kHz with
16 bits. (On DVD discs, sound is recorded at between
48 kHz with 16 bits and 96 kHz with 24 bits.)
MPEG
MPEG Audio gives movie theatre ambience to audio
output when the Recorder is connected to an MPEG
Audio 5.1 channel processor or amplifier.
NOTE
•This Recorder supports 2-channel(L/R) audio and
5.1ch(Multi-channel) MPEG Audio 1/2(only when the
DIGITAL AUDIO Output COAXIAL jack is used for
connection). It does not support 7.1 channel MPEG
Audio Version 2.0.
The Icons Used in This
Operation Manual
HDD
...................... Indicates the functions that can be
performed for the hard disc.
DVD VIDEO
.............. Indicates the functions that can be
performed for DVD Video discs.
VR MODE
DVD-RW
VIDEO MODE
DVD-RW
... Indicates the functions that can be
performed for DVD-RW discs.
VR MODE:
•Indicates that the function will
operate when recording in VR mode
or playing back a disc recorded in
VR mode.
VIDEO MODE:
•Indicates that the function will
operate when recording in Video
mode or playing back a disc
recorded in Video mode.
DVD-R
................... Indicates the functions that can be
performed for DVD-R discs.
VIDEO CD
.................. Indicates the functions that can be
performed for Video CDs.
AUDIO CD
.................. Indicates the functions that can be
performed for Audio CDs.
CD-R
MP3
.................. Indicates the functions that can be
performed for CD-R discs in MP3
format.
CD-RW
MP3
.................. Indicates the functions that can be
performed for CD-RW discs in MP3
format.
xSubtitle languages
This indicates the kind of subtitles.
cScreen aspect ratio
Movies are shot in a variety of screen modes.
vCamera angle
Recorded onto some DVD discs are scenes which have
been simultaneously shot from a number of different
angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from the
left side, from the right side, etc.).
bRegion code
This indicates the region code (playable region
number).
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Place the disc in the centre of
the disc case and store the
case and disc upright.
Avoid storing discs in locations
subject to direct sunlight, next
to heating appliances or in
locations of high humidity.
Do not drop discs or subject
them to strong vibrations or
impacts.
Avoid storing discs in locations
where there are large amounts
of dust or locations where mold
tends to grow easily.
Important Information
Copyright
•Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works
which must not be recorded without the authority of the
owner of the copyright. Please refer to relevant laws in
your country.
•This product incorporates copyright protection technology
that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents
and other intellectual property right owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603,
4,577,216, 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for
limited viewing uses only.
•Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
•“DTS”and “DTS Digital Out”are trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc.
•Certain audio features of this product manufactured
under a license from Desper Products, Inc.
Spatializer
®
N-2-2™and the circle-in-square device are trademarks
owned by Desper Products, Inc.
•The DVD logo is a registered trademark.
•i.LINK refers to the IEEE 1394-1995 industry specification
and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products
compliant with the i.LINK standard.
•is a trademark.
•SHOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar
Development Corporation. The SHOWVIEW System is
manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development
Corporation.
Handling Precautions
•If the surface is soiled, wipe gently with a soft, damp
(water only) cloth. When wiping discs, always move the
cloth from the centre hole toward the outer edge.
•Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzene, thinner,
static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
•Do not touch the surface.
•Do not stick paper or adhesive labels to the disc.
•If the playing surface of a disc is soiled or scratched, the
Recorder may decide that the disc is incompatible and
eject the disc tray, or it may fail to play the disc correctly.
Wipe any soiling off the playing surface with a soft cloth.
Cleaning the Pick Up Lens
•Never use commercially available cleaning discs. The
use of these discs can damage the lens.
•Request cleaning of the lens to the nearest service centre
approved by Sharp.
Warning of Dew Formation
•Dew may form on pick up lens or disc in the following
conditions:
•Immediately after a heater has been turned on.
•In a steamy or very humid room.
•When the Recorder is suddenly moved from a cold
environment to a warm one.
When dew forms:
It becomes difficult for the Recorder to read the signals
on the disc and prevents the Recorder from operating
properly.
To remove dew:
Take out the disc and leave the recorder with the power
off until the dew disappears. Using the recorder with
dew formation may cause malfunction.
Disc Precautions
Be Careful of Scratches and Dust
•DVD-RW and DVD-R discs are sensitive to dust, finger-
prints and especially scratches. A scratched disc may
not be able to be recorded, or important data recorded
may not be able to be played back. Handle discs with
care and store them in a safe place.
Proper Disc Storage
Cautions Regarding Recording
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆAlways Make Sure to Test Record First
•Make a test recording with a DVD-RW disc first before
making any important recordings to confirm whether
or not the recorded material is recorded properly.
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆCompensation for Recordings
•In the event a recording is unable to be made due to a
problem with this Recorder or a disc, or due to an
external factor such as a power failure or condensa-
tion of moisture and so forth, the manufacturer is not
responsible for compensation for unrecorded contents
or incidental damages.
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Major Components
Main Unit (Front)
Front Panel Display
1
9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
2 3 4 5 6 87
To open the
front door, lay
your finger on
this part and pull
toward you.
1
4
5
6
9
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Main Unit (Rear)
1 2 56
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1OPERATE (p. 22)
2STANDBY indicator (p. 22)
3TIMER indicator (p. 40)
4CHANNEL "/'
5PLAY/REC indicators
(for HDD) (pp. 34, 50)
6PLAY/REC indicators
(for DVD) (pp. 36, 55)
7Disc tray (p. 35)
8OPEN/CLOSE (p. 35)
9RESET (p. 99)
10 LINE IN 3 (p. 83)
•AUDIO Input jacks
•VIDEO Input jack
•S-VIDEO Input jack
11 DV IN terminal (p. 81)
12 ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆREC (p. 34)
13 REC STOP (p. 34)
14 REC PAUSE (p. 34)
15 HDD (p. 30)
16 DVD (p. 30)
17 ||
||
|PLAY (p. 50)
18 ■STOP/LIVE (pp. 32, 50)
19 STILL/PAUSE (pp. 32, 53)
1 PDC/VPS indicator
2 Disc Remaining Time indicator (p. 29)
3 Title indicator (p. 29)
4 Dubbing indicator (p. 47)
5 Recording Mode indicator (p. 34)
6 DVD indicator (p. 20)
7 Decoder indicator
8 Chapter indicator (p. 29)
9 Information Display (p. 29)
10 Tamper Proof indicator (p. 33)
11 Simple Recording Timer indicator (p. 34)
1 ANTENNA OUT jack (p. 20)
2 ANTENNA IN jack (p. 20)
3 21-pin Euro-SCART (LINE 1 (TV)) (p. 20)
4 21-pin Euro-SCART (LINE 2
(DECODER/EXT)) (p. 20)
5 COMPONENT Video Output jacks
(p. 21)
6 VIDEO Output jack (p. 21)
7 AUDIO Output jacks (p. 79)
8 S-VIDEO Output jack (p. 21)
9 DIGITAL AUDIO Output COAXIAL jack
(p. 79)
10 DIGITAL AUDIO Output OPTICAL
terminal (p. 79)
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Major Components
Remote Control Unit
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1OPERATE (p. 22)
2OPEN/CLOSE (p. 35)
3Number buttons (pp. 19,39)
4TV/DVD (p. 20)
5TIMER ON/OFF (p. 40)
6TIME SHIFT (p. 32)
7* START MENU (p. 24)
8* HDD (p. 30)
9* REC LIST/DVD TITLE (pp. 51, 59)
10* Cursor buttons ('/"/\/|) (pp. 22,24)
11* EXIT (p. 24)
12 Blue (A), Red (B), Green (C), Yellow (D) (p. 51)
13* REV (pp. 32,53,57)
14* STILL/PAUSE (pp. 32, 53,57)
15* ■STOP/LIVE (pp. 32, 50, 56)
16 F.ADV , SKIP (pp. 53, 56, 57)
17 ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆREC (pp. 34,36)
18 REC STOP (pp. 34,36)
19 TV CONTROL buttons (p. 19)
20 CH "/'
21 DIRECT (p. 52)
22 SHOWVIEW (p. 39)
23 ERASE (pp. 39, 43)
24 DUBBING (p. 46)
25 P IN P (p. 63)
26 INPUT/ Repeat (pp. 54, 57,82)
27* DVD (p. 30)
28* ORIGINAL/PLAY LIST / DVD MENU
(pp. 51, 59,66)
29* SET/ENTER (pp. 22,24)
30* n RETURN (p. 24)
31* |PLAY (pp. 32,50,56)
32* FWD (pp. 32,53,57)
33* SLOW (pp. 53,57)
34 REPLAY (pp. 53,57)
35 SKIP SEARCH (pp. 53,57)
36 REC MODE / ZOOM (pp. 34, 36,54,58)
37 REC PAUSE (pp. 34,36)
38 ANGLE (p. 58)
39 FUNCTION (p. 61)
40 DIRECT REC TV (p. 38)
41 CHAPTER MARK / RGB OFF
(pp. 21,34,36,50,55)
42 AUDIO (pp. 28,54,58)
43 SUBTITLE (p. 58)
44 DISPLAY / BACKLIGHT (p. 29)
45 ON SCREEN (p. 28)
46 TAMPER PROOF (p. 33)
NOTE
•Buttons marked with “*”are made of
luminous rubber for easy visibility even in
the dark. (The degree of brightness will
decrease as time passes.)
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1 While pressing Ydown,
slide the battery cover in
the direction of the
arrow.
2 Load the batteries.
Load the two R-03 size batteries (“AAA”
size, UM/SUM-4) supplied with the
remote control unit. Make sure that the
battery poles and are positioned
as indicated.
3 Slide the battery cover
in the direction of the
arrow until it clicks.
About 30°About 30°
Front 7m
Remote control
unit
Operating range of remote control
NOTE
•Do not subject the remote control unit to shock, water or excessive humidity.
•The remote control unit may not function if the Recorder’s remote sensor is in direct sunlight or any other strong light.
•Incorrect use of batteries may cause them to leak or burst. Read the battery warnings and use the batteries properly.
•Do not mix old and new batteries, or mix different brands.
•Remove the batteries if you will not use the remote control unit for an extended period of time.
Loading the Batteries
Remote sensor
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