Sharp DV-RW250X User manual

VCR/DVD RECORDER
COMBINATION
MODEL
DV-RW250X
OPERATION MANUAL
4• The region number
for this recorder is 4
DIGITAL VIDEO
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Power Cord Protection
To avoid any malfunctions of the VCR/DVD, 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 Player 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 VCR/DVD can be used only where the power
supply is AC 230~240V, 50Hz. It cannot be used
elsewhere.
CAUTION:
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RE-
SULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
AS THE LASER BEAM USED IN THIS VCR/DVD IS
HARMFUL TO THE EYES, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
DISASSEMBLE THE CABINET. REFER SERVIC-
ING 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: GaAs
CD: GaAs
Wave length: DVD: 660nm
CD: 780nm
Emission Duration: DVD: Pulse
CD: Continuous
Laser output: Max. DVD: 120mW
CD: 8.5mW
SAFETY INFORMATION
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Contents
Setting the audio ..................................................... 24
DRC ..................................................................... 24
VIRTUAL SURROUND (Spatializer N-2-2TM)....... 24
EXTERNAL AUDIO INPUT .................................. 24
NICAM ................................................................. 24
DOLBY DIGITAL OUTPUT .................................. 24
Setting the recording ............................................... 24
INITIAL REC TO .................................................. 24
INITIAL REC MODE ............................................ 24
AUTO CHAPTER ................................................. 25
INDEX PICTURE ................................................. 25
BILINGUAL RECORDING ................................... 25
Setting the JPEG INTERVAL .................................. 25
JPEG INTERVAL ................................................. 25
Setting the channel ................................................. 26
Automatic station presetting ................................ 26
To skip a channel position ................................... 26
Replace TV station positions ............................... 27
Manual TV station presetting ............................... 27
Disc playback
Playback procedure ................................................ 28
Playback by selecting a title .................................... 29
Checking media information .................................... 30
Special playback ..................................................... 31
Fast forward playback .......................................... 31
Review playback .................................................. 31
Still playback ........................................................ 31
Frame advance .................................................... 31
Slow motion playback .......................................... 31
Locating a chapter or track .................................. 31
Commercial skip ...................................................... 32
Locating a specific scene ........................................ 32
Repeat playback ..................................................... 33
One touch repeat ................................................. 33
A-B repeat playback ............................................ 33
Title, Chapter repeat playback ............................. 33
Title selection .......................................................... 34
DVD menu ............................................................... 34
Changing angles ..................................................... 35
Zooming .................................................................. 35
Changing soundtrack language .............................. 36
Subtitles .................................................................. 36
Various operations on CD ....................................... 37
MP3/WMA/JPEG playback ..................................... 39
Before using your unit
SAFETY INFORMATION .......................................... 1
Precautions ............................................................... 4
Accessories ............................................................... 5
Features .................................................................... 6
Disc ........................................................................... 7
Handling discs ....................................................... 7
Discs which can be played back ............................ 7
Discs on which video can be recorded .................. 8
Recording format ................................................... 8
Disc playback in other players ............................... 9
Parts and functions ................................................. 10
Front .................................................................... 10
Rear ..................................................................... 10
Display window .................................................... 11
Remote control .................................................... 12
Basic connections ................................................... 14
Playback connection ............................................... 15
Various settings
SETUP MENU ......................................................... 17
Using the SETUP MENU ..................................... 17
Setting the language ............................................... 18
OSD LANGUAGE ................................................ 18
DVD MENU .......................................................... 18
AUDIO ................................................................. 18
SUBTITLE............................................................ 18
Setting the parental control ..................................... 19
Selecting parental control .................................... 19
Temporarily cancelling parental control ............... 19
Setting the clock ...................................................... 20
Setting the disc ....................................................... 20
REFORMAT ......................................................... 20
NEW DISC FORMAT ........................................... 21
FINALISE ............................................................. 21
PROTECT DISC .................................................. 21
UNDO FINALISE ................................................. 21
Other (SYSTEM SETUP) ........................................ 22
DIMMER (Brightness of the display window) ...... 22
DISPLAY/CALL (Turning the screen display
“ON” or “OFF”) .................................................... 22
Setting the screen ................................................... 22
TV SCREEN ........................................................ 22
STILL MODE ....................................................... 23
NO NOISE BACKGROUND ................................ 23
BRIGHTNESS ..................................................... 23
DVD OUTPUT ..................................................... 23
AV3 INPUT .......................................................... 23
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Contents
: DVD-Video : DVD-R
: DVD-RW in VR mode : Audio/Video CD and CD-R/CD-RW
: DVD-RW in Video mode : Video tape
Media mark
Each applicable media are indicated using the symbol shown below.
Dubbing
Dubbing a tape onto a disc ..................................... 70
Dubbing a disc onto a tape ..................................... 71
Dubbing using other equipment .............................. 72
Additional information
Glossary .................................................................. 74
Language code list .................................................. 76
Error/Warning message list ..................................... 77
Problems and troubleshooting ................................ 78
Video head cleaning ............................................... 79
Specifications .......................................................... 80
Warranty .................................................... Back cover
Tape playback
Loading and unloading a cassette tape .................. 42
Cassette tape playback ........................................... 43
Special playback ..................................................... 44
Picture search ...................................................... 44
Still picture ........................................................... 44
Slow motion ......................................................... 44
Frame by Frame picture ....................................... 44
Adjusting tracking condition ................................. 44
Repeat playback .................................................. 44
Commercial skip .................................................. 44
To display VCR operation status .......................... 44
ZERO RETURN function ......................................... 45
Video index search system ..................................... 45
Recording
Read this before recording on disc ......................... 46
Types of disc ........................................................ 46
Recording modes ................................................ 46
Disc remaining time ............................................. 47
Images that cannot be recorded .......................... 47
Recording a TV program ......................................... 48
One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) ......................... 50
Timer recording ....................................................... 51
Stereo recording and playback ............................... 54
Editing the disc
Editing the disc ........................................................ 55
Editing a playlist ...................................................... 56
Creating a playlist ................................................ 56
Changing a title name .......................................... 57
Erasing a scene (Edit title) ................................... 58
Combining the title ............................................... 60
Erasing a playlist .................................................. 61
Editing an original title ............................................. 62
Adding a chapter mark ........................................ 62
Combining chapters ............................................. 63
Changing an original title name ........................... 64
Erasing a scene (Edit title) ................................... 65
Erasing an original title ........................................ 66
Changing a disc name ............................................ 67
Changing a disc name ......................................... 67
Using the keyboard screen .................................. 68
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PrecautionsPrecautions
Follow Instructions – All operating and maintenance
instructions should be followed and warnings adhered
to.
Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall socket
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Accessories – Do not use accessories not recom-
mended in this operation manual as they may be
hazardous.
Water and Moisture – Hazard of electric shock – Do
not use this product near water or in rainy/moist situa-
tions.
Placing or Moving – Do not place on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product. A product and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and
cart combination to overturn.
Power Cord Protection – Power cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay
particular attention to plugs and the point from which
the cords exit the product.
Lightning – For added protection of this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, disconnect it from
the wall socket. This will prevent damage to the prod-
uct due to lightning and power-line surges.
Overloading – Do not overload wall sockets and
extension cords as this can result in risk of fire or
electric shock.
Objects and Liquid – Never allow objects of any kind
or liquids to be pushed/spilled into this product through
openings as they may come into contact with danger-
ous voltage or other hazards. Do not place any objects,
such as vases or lighted candles on the product.
Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage points or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service – Disconnect this prod-
uct from the wall socket and all power sources includ-
ing batteries, and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have
fallen into the product.
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d) If the product does not operate normally even if
you follow the operation manual. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operation manual.
Improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and will often require extensive work by
a qualified technician to restore the product to its
normal operating condition.
e) If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has
been damaged.
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance. This indicates a need for service.
Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts that are specified or that have the
same characteristics as the original part. Unauthor-
ised substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product is
in safe operating order.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION - DO NOT OPERATE
THIS VCR/DVD FOR AT LEAST TWO OR THREE
HOURS WHEN MOISTURE IN THE AIR CON-
DENSES ON THE VCR/DVD.
WHAT IS MOISTURE CONDENSATION?
When cold liquid is poured into a glass, for example,
water vapour in the air will condense on the surface of
the glass. This is called moisture condensation.
MOISTURE WILL CONDENSE ON THE UNIT IN THE
FOLLOWING CASES;
•When you move this VCR/DVD from a cold to a warm
place.
• After heating a cold room or under extremely humid
conditions.
WHEN YOU EXPERIENCE THE ABOVE CONDI-
TIONS;
Plug the power cord into the wall socket, turn on the
unit and leave at room temperature until moisture
condensation disappears. Depending on the surround-
ing conditions, this may take from two or three hours.
Important Warning
Please read this page carefully before attempting to operate your VCR/DVD.
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Precautions
*Copyright may exist in material you wish to record. Copying such material without permission of the relevant
licensee(s) or owner(s) of the copyright is prohibited by law. SHARP is not in a position to authorize the
recording of copyright works and nothing in this manual should be read or implied as giving that authority.
*This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.
patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.
Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorised by Macrovision Corporation and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised 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.
* Unauthorised recording of copyrighted television programs, films, video cassettes and other materials may
infringe the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
* 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.
Copyright
Remote control unit
Two R-03 (“AAA” size, UM/SUM-
4, HP-16 or similar) size batteries
for the remote control unit
21 pin-RCA connector cable 75 ohm coaxial cable
Accessories
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Features
Playback function
Title menu
Recording function
Timer recording
The timer recording system allows you to select the
date, time and channel and record the desired pro-
grams. Up to 8 timer programs within a month can be
stored in this unit.
One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)
The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a
simple and convenient way to make a timed recording.
Edit function
Editing recorded material without changing
the original titles
You can create a playlist based on the original titles.
The playlist won’t affect the original titles. If you erase
the playlist, the original titles remain. It is recommended
to create and edit the playlist to prevent important titles
from being erased accidentally.
Chapter mark
You can add (or delete) a chapter mark to (from) the
original title. This function is useful when searching for
the scene you wish to watch that you have marked with
the Chapter mark function.
Erasing scenes
You can erase an unnecessary scene from the created
playlist or the original titles.
Combining titles
You can combine several original titles or playlists to a
separate playlist.
Dubbing function
Dubbing a tape onto a disc or a disc onto a
tape
Video CD/SVCD and MP3/WMA/JPEG playback
Video CD/SVCD/MP3/WMA files can be played back.
Also, you can display JPEG files on the TV screen and
enjoy them as a slide show.
The title list appears on finalised DVD-RW disc (re-
corded in the Video mode) and DVD-R disc.
•
•Dubbing cannot be carried out when attempting to
copy a “copy guarded” video tape or disc.
Not only can you playback and record video tapes, but
you can also playback DVD discs or make recordings
using DVD-RW/DVD-R discs with this unit. In addition,
you can edit the programs you have recorded.
A realistic, powerful, Movie Theater sound
When connected to Dolby Digital and DTS compliant
devices, you can enjoy realistic, powerful surround
sound.
Playback the scene you want to see immediately
As DVDs do not require rewinding like video tapes, you
can get to the scene you wish to watch immediately. A
variety of search functions allow you to find the scene
you wish to watch.
As thumbnail images are displayed in the title menu,
you can find the title you want to play back quickly.
With just this one unit, you can dub however you like,
from video tape to disc, or from disc to video tape.
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Disc
Region management information
This unit is designed and manufactured to support the
region management information that is recorded on a
DVD disc. If the region number written on the DVD disc
does not correspond to the region number of this unit,
this unit cannot play that disc.
•The region number of this unit is “4”.
•The unit will play DVD-Video discs marked with la-
bels containing “4” or “ALL”.
Example:
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Operating DVD-Video
•Some operations of DVD-Video may be prohibited
by the manufacturer, or some operation methods or
functions of the DVD-Video may be different from the
description in this manual.
•If you attempt an operation that is prohibited by ei-
ther the disc or the unit, a “ ” mark will appear on
the TV monitor. For operations prohibited by the disc,
see the information that came with the disc.
•When the menu screen or the operation guide ap-
pears during disc playback, follow the displayed in-
formation.
Discs which cannot be played back
The discs listed below cannot be played back in gen-
eral. Even if one of these can be played back, it may
not be played back correctly. If a disc is played back by
mistake, extensively loud sounds may blow the speak-
ers or may damage the hearing of those in hearing
range. Do not playback the discs listed below.
CDG, Photo-CD, CD-ROM, CD-TEXT, CD-EXTRA,
SACD, PD, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD+R/RW,
DVD audio, etc.
The following DVD-Video discs may not be played
back on this unit:
•DVD-Video that do not have the region number “4”
or “ALL”.
•NTSC DVD-Video.
•Prohibited or business-use DVD-Video.
CD-R/CD-RWs cannot be played back for the fol-
lowing reasons.
•Compatibility of the disc and this unit.
• Compatibility of the disc and the recorder used.
•Unfinalised discs.
Do not playback the following discs. Playback of
these discs may cause a failure.
•Discs on which paper, labels or stickers are affixed.
• Discs that have sticky areas left by adhesive tape.
•Special-shaped discs.
*This unit is designed to playback music Compact Discs (CD) that
conform to the CD standard. CDs that contain (copy-restriction) sig-
nals to protect copyrights cannot be played back.
Handling discs
Removing the Disc from its case
Be sure to hold the disc by its edges. Do not touch the
surface of the disc.
Take the disc carefully from its case.
•Do not scratch the disc.
•Do not get dirt on the surface of the disc.
•Do not stick labels or adhesive tapes on the disc.
•Do not drop or bend the disc.
Storing discs
•Store the disc in the case to avoid any risk of
scratches, dirt or damage.
•Do not leave the disc exposed to direct sunlight or in
hot or humid places.
Cleaning discs
Wipe the disc with a clean, dry cloth from the center
outward toward the edges.
•Do not wipe the disc in a circular motion around the
center.
•Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Discs which can be played back
In this unit, use only discs that meet the standard, such
as those bearing the below logo marks on the disc label
surface. If you use a non-standard disc, we cannot guar-
antee playback. Even if such a disc can be played back,
we cannot guarantee the image or sound quality.
The DVD logo is a registered trademark.
Media type Logo mark
DVD-Video
DVD-RW Ver.1.0 Ver.1.1
Ver.1.1CPRM support
Ver.1.2CPRM support
DVD-R Ver.2.0
Video CD/SVCD
Audio CD*
CD-R/CD-RW
l
DIGITAL VIDEO
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Disc
Discs on which video can be re-
corded
To record video with this unit, use the discs below:
Recording format
This unit has two modes for formatting discs for record-
ing: VR mode and Video mode.
When a blank, new disc is loaded into this unit, the
automatic format function starts to format the disc. (For
the disc format setting in this step, see page 21.)
VR mode
• This mode can be used for DVD-RW.
•In this mode, the discs can be recorded and edited
repeatedly.
•The disc recorded in this mode can be played back
with other DVD-RW-compatible players.
•When a Ver.1.1 and later CPRM disc is used, you
can record a “Copy Once” program (see page 47).
Video mode
•This mode can be used for DVD-R and DVD-RW
(Ver.1.1 and later).
•When you finalise the disc after recording, the disc
recorded with this unit can be played back with other
DVD players.
•Recording, editing or playback of an unfinalised disc
can be done only with this unit. However, there are
some limitation to editing operations.
•In this mode, you cannot record a “Copy Once” pro-
gram (see page 47).
•When you record a TV program of a bilingual broad-
cast, only one of the audio modes can be recorded.
You have to select it.
Format modes that can be used with each disc
The usable format depends on the media type as shown
in the below table.
DVD-RW
•The disc can be erased and used again about 1,000
times.
•Only the VR mode can be used for Ver.1.0 discs.
•With Ver.1.1 and later discs, you can record by se-
lecting the VR mode or Video mode.
•When you record in the VR mode, you can repeat-
edly record and erase. By erasing unnecessary titles,
you effectively increase remaining time.
•When you record in the Video mode, you can record
until the disc becomes full.
•When you use the Video mode, you can newly record
on the disc by formatting the disc. However, if the
disc is formatted, all the recorded contents will be
erased.
DVD-R
•You can record on the disc only in the Video mode.
•You can record until the disc becomes full.
•Finalising the discs allows playback on other DVD
players. However, the finalised discs can no longer
be recorded.
•Discs can be recorded to repeatedly until they are
finalised.
NOTES:
•There are some players that cannot playback discs
that were recorded with this unit. We cannot guaran-
tee the playback with other units.
•This unit cannot record on DVD-R and DVD-RW discs
that are 8 cm in diameter.
•This unit cannot record on CD-R or CD-RW.
Media type Format
DVD-RW
(Ver.1.0)
DVD-RW
(Ver.1.1 and
later)
DVD-R
(Ver.2.0 and later)
Available functions
VR mode
VR mode
Video mode
Video mode
Playback, recording and
editing (Original/playlist)
Playback, recording and
editing (Original/playlist)
Playback and recording
Editing (with limitation)
Playback and recording
Editing (with limitation)
Media type Logo mark
DVD-RW Ver.1.0 Ver.1.1
Ver.1.1CPRM support
Ver.1.2CPRM support
DVD-R Ver.2.0
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Disc
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Title/Chapter/Track
A DVD-Video has large partitions called “Titles”, and
smaller partitions within them called “Chapters”.
A music CD has other partitions called “Tracks”. A num-
ber is allotted to each partition and these numbers are
called “title numbers”, “chapter numbers” or “track num-
bers”.
When recording in the VR mode
One-time recording is set to 1 title (1 chapter). How-
ever, if you stop recording temporarily or erase scenes
by editing, the chapter will automatically be partitioned.
The interval between chapters can be specified. (See
page 25.)
When recording in the Video mode
One-time recording is set to 1 title. In recording, chap-
ters are set automatically. The interval between chap-
ters can be specified. (See page 25.)
NOTES:
•The title, chapter and track are numbered, but some
discs may not record the numbers.
•Recording on DVD-R/RW in the Video mode is a new
standard approved at the 2000 DVD forum. Confor-
mity to this standard varies with each DVD player
manufacturer. Some models of DVD player or DVD-
ROM drive, therefore, will not playback recorded vid-
eos.
Disc playback in other players
A disc recorded in this unit can be finalised. The disc
can be played back in other players that can playback
DVD-RW and DVD-R.
For more information on finalisation, see “FINALISE”
in “Setting the disc” (page 21).
When recording in the VR mode
Even if a disc recorded in the VR mode is finalised, you
can record or edit by cancelling the finalisation. (See
“UNDO FINALISE” on page 21.)
When you playback the disc with another player, make
sure that the DVD player supports DVD-RW and bears
the following mark.
When recording in the Video mode
When a disc recorded in the Video mode is finalised, it
cannot be recorded onto any more. Therefore, before
finalisation, be sure to perform all desired recording.
After finalisation, a title list that can be used by the DVD
player is automatically created.
NOTES:
•The finalisation process may require from a few min-
utes up to 1 hour depending on the disc type and the
amount of free space on the disc.
•ADVD-RW Ver.1.1 recorded in the Video mode can-
not be recorded or edited after finalisation, but if you
format the disc by erasing all the content, you can
again record on this disc.
•Afinalised disc may not play because of the condi-
tion of the DVD or the compatibility with the player
used for playback.
•Some players may not playback the discs recorded
with this unit. We cannot guarantee the playback us-
ing other players.
TRACK 1 TRACK 2 TRACK 3 TRACK 4 TRACK 5
Audio-CD
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Parts and functions
Rear
Front
OPERATE button
AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO
IN (AV3) jacks
EJECT button
DVD S-VIDEO IN (AV3) jack
VCR/DVD button
OPEN/CLOSE button
PLAY button
STOP button
FF (Fast Forward) button
REW (Rewind) button
REC/OTR button
CHANNEL / buttons
Disc tray
Cassette Loading Slot
VCR indicator
DVD indicator
Display window
AC power cord
DVD COAXIAL DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT jack
AUDIO (L/R) OUT jacks
DECODER/EXTERNAL Scart socket (AV2)
TV Scart socket (AV1)
RF IN jack
RF OUT jack
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No. Display Description
Lights during video tape playback.
1
Parts and functions
NOTE:
Some discs may not playback correctly, or chapter number, playback time, etc may not be displayed.
Display window
Video tape is temporarily stopped.
Lights during video tape recording.
Timer recording display.
2
1 3
4
2
4
Appears when a CD is inserted.
Appears when a CD-R is inserted.
Appears when a DVD-Video is inserted.
Appears when a DVD-R is inserted.
Appears when a DVD-RW is inserted.
Appears when a DVD-RW in VR mode is inserted. When the disc is set to video mode, VR does not appear.
Video tape is in the unit.
Clock display (Colon [ : ] flashes).
Counter display in hour/minute/second for VCR/DVD, minute/second for CD.
TV channel display.
Track number display for CD.
The external input channel (A1, A2, or A3) display.
Lights during playback of DVD and CD. Flashes in auto resume.
DVD or CD is temporarily stopped.
Lights during DVD recording.
CD
CD-R
DVD
DVD-R
DVD-RW
VR
10:00
01H00M00S
2CH
TRK 002
A1/A2/A3
3
4 DVD recording modes. XP, SP, LP or SLP can be selected in turn by pressing the REC MODE/SPEED repeatedly.
2 VCR recording modes. SP or LP can be selected in turn by pressing the REC MODE/SPEED repeatedly.
SP/LP
XP/SP/LP/SLP
Appears when a CD-RW is inserted.
CD-RW
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Page
Remote control
OPERATE Turns power on/off. 17
EJECT Ejects the cassette tapes. 42
OPEN/CLOSE Opens or Closes the tray. 28
DVD/VCR Switches to operation between VCR and DVD. 28, 43, 70, 71
0-9 Direct channel selection of TV. 48, 50
Setting input. 18, 32, 68
Entering a password. 19
TIMER REC Sets the unit to start recording at a preset time. 53
INPUT SELECT Scart input or AV-Front input. 72, 73
DISPLAY Displays VCR or DVD operation status. 30, 44, 57
RETURN Close the menu window. 17, 40
CANCEL Deletes the Timer recording program. 53
Cancels input data in the setting mode. 18, 69
TITLE MENU/TOP MENU Displays titles of a DVD disc. 29, 34, 37, 56
CH / Channel selection for VCR. 48, 50
/ Cursor buttons.
TRK (TRACKING) +/– Manual tracking in the playback mode for VCR. 44
/ Cursor buttons.
ENTER Option selection in the menu.
DVD MENU Displays the menu of the DVD disc. 29, 34
SETUP Displays the setup menu. 17, 51
STOP Stop. 28, 43, 49
PLAY Playback. 28, 43
PAUSE/STILL Still picture/Recording pause on/off. 31, 44, 49
SKIP / Skips chapters in the forward or reverse direction. 31, 41, 64
INDEX – /+ Searches for the INDEX mark of a tape. 45
REW/SEARCH – Rewind/Review playback. 31, 43, 44
F.FWD/SEARCH + Fast Forward/Forward search playback. 31, 43, 44
ONE TOUCH REPEAT Skips the DVD playback back 10 seconds. 33
CM SKIP Skips commercial breaks. 32, 44
SLOW Slow motion playback. 31, 44
REC/OTR Recording/OTR. 48, 50, 72
REC MODE/SPEED Selects the recording mode. 48, 50, 70
DUBBING Copies VCR to DVD or DVD to VCR. 70, 71
AUDIO Changes the soundtrack language of the DVD. 36
AUDIO SELECT Switches sound between mono and stereo. 54
ZOOM Zoom (for DVD/VIDEO CD). 35, 41
A-B REPEAT Repeats playback between A and B. (DVD/CD) 33
ZERO RETURN Stops the tape when the counter reaches 00
H
00
M
00
S
.45
ANGLE Changes playback angle of a DVD disc. 35, 41
COUNTER RESET Resets the counter to 00H00M00S.45
SUBTITLE Selects subtitles of the DVD disc. 36
ATR Digital AUTO TRACKING. 44
PLAY MODE Displays the playback mode. 32
REPEAT Repeats playback. 33, 44
CLOCK/COUNTER Changes the front panel display mode. 45
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Remote control
123
Replace the compartment
cover.
Install two R-03 (“AAA” size, UM/
SUM-4, HP-16 or similar) batteries
(supplied), paying attention to the
polarity diagram in the battery
compartment.
Open the battery compartment
cover in the direction of the
arrow.
How to install the batteries
Use micro batteries type R-03 (“AAA” size, UM/SUM-4, HP-16 or similar).
These batteries are offered as carbon / zinc-type or as alkaline-type. You may use both, but do not mix types. The
alkaline type lasts longer compared to the carbon / zinc type but is more expensive.
Note: Flat, weak batteries will leak. Corrosive electrolyte will damage the remote control handset.
Leak proof batteries will not leak immediately when they are flat. As long as the handset is still working, there is
no danger of leakage. To prevent damage, remove the batteries if you do not use the handset for several
months.
Damage because of leakage is not covered by the guarantee.
Distance of Remote
Control Operation
Effective angle:
approx. 60°
approx.
5m
Point the remote
control directly at the
remote sensor.
If bright sunlight
directly beams
onto the unit
front.
If an obstacle is
placed between the
unit and the handset.
The remote control handset will not work properly in the following cases:
If the batteries have not
been installed according to
their polarities.
If the batteries are
weak.
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Basic connections
Connect your VCR/DVD to your main Antenna and TV set as shown in the illustration. When you have finished
making these connections, connect your VCR/DVD to the mains power supply (230~240V / 50Hz).
TV
AC power cord 230~240V/50 Hz
VCR/DVD
Antenna-Input
To Audio/Video input
RF-Input
(from house antenna)
TV Scart socket (AV1)
RF-Output (to TV)
Antenna
Supplied Coaxial cable
Connecting this unit to your TV using the SCART connections
In addition to the coaxial cable connection, you should also connect the supplied 21 pin-RCA cable from the VCR/
DVD to your TV as shown.
Supplied 21 pin-RCA cable
DECODER/EXTERNAL Scart Socket (AV2)
21 pin-RCA cable
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Audio/Video-cable (not supplied)
If a Satellite Receiver is used, we recommend the following configuration:
Connection to a Satellite Receiver
Playback connection
The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to the VCR/DVD is dependent
on the model and features of each component. Check the Operation Manual provided with each component for the
location of SCART socket.
To record from Satellite Receiver press INPUT SELECT on the remote control of the VCR/DVD. “A1” will
appear on the front display. Select the particular satellite channel on the Satellite Receiver.
Satellite
Antenna
Satellite
Receiver
VCR/DVD
TV
21 pin-RCA cable (supplied)
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TV
TV
Playback connection
Coaxial digital cable (not supplied)
AV Amplifier with
built-in various
decoder as above
VCR/DVD
To Audio (L) Input
To Audio (R) Input
AUDIO Cord (not supplied)
Stereo Amplifier
VCR/DVD
Audio (R) Output
21 pin-RCA cable (supplied)
Audio (L) Output
Coaxial digital
Audio Output
To Audio/
Video input
21 pin-RCA cable (supplied)
To Audio/
Video input
TV Scart socket (AV1)
Connect to a Stereo Amplifier with Audio Output
If your VCR/DVD is connected to a stereo amplifier, the video soundtrack can output through the loudspeakers of
the stereo system.
Connect to an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround
If you are using an Amplifier with a built-in digital surround as follows, you can enjoy the various audio systems
such as Dolby Digital and DTS by using the Coaxial Digital Output.
Use this connection to connect an:
• AV amplifier with built-in *Dolby Digital decoder
• AV amplifier with built-in *DTS decoder
NOTES:
•The COAXIAL jack only outputs the audio from the DVD section.
VHS signal is output only from the SCART-sockets and AUDIO L/R jacks.
•When you make the connections above, do not set DOLBY DIGITAL to DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS to ON on the AV
Amplifier. If you do, a loud noise will suddenly come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the
speakers to be damaged.
•DTS audio is only output via the COAXIAL output jack. You therefore need to connect this unit to a suitable DTS
decoder in order to hear the audio from DTS discs.
When playing DTS-encoded CDs, only noise will be heard from the speakers or analog stereo outputs.
•Some DTS decoders which do not support DVD-DTS interface may not work properly with the unit.
TV Scart socket (AV1)
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SETUP MENU
The SETUP MENU consists of several menus where
you can make various settings concerning lan-
guage, audio functions, and images. In addition, this
menu includes a clock, channel and other things
that require setting just after purchase.
For details of each menu, see the corresponding
section in this chapter.
Preparation:
•Turn ON the TV and select its AV channel (this may
be labelled EXT / AUX etc.)
•Press OPERATE button to turn on the VCR/DVD.
Using the SETUP MENU
The following example shows the basic setting proce-
dure of the SETUP MENU. The remote control keys
that operate the SETUP MENU are displayed at the
bottom of the screen.
1Press SETUP while the DVD and video tape are
stopped.
The SETUP MENU screen will appear.
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TIMER REC SET
SYSTEM SETUP
AV SETUP
REC SETUP
CHANNEL SETUP
OTHER
LANGUAGE
PARENTAL
CLOCK
DISC SETUP
OTHER
SETUP MENU
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SELECT
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TIMER REC SET
SYSTEM SETUP
AV SETUP
REC SETUP
CHANNEL SETUP
OTHER
SETUP MENU
LANGUAGE
PARENTAL
CLOCK
DISC SETUP
OTHER
LANGUAGE
OSD LANGUAGE
DVD MENU
AUDIO
SUBTITLE
RETURN SETUPENTER BACK END
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
AUTOMATIC
ENGLISH
SELECT
ENGLISH
FRANCAIS
ESPANOL
DEUTSCH
ITALIANO
OTHER
AUTOMATIC
OFF
ENTER
2Press or to select the desired menu and press
ENTER.
The submenu screen of the selected menu will ap-
pear.
3Press or to select the desired submenu and
press ENTER.
The screen for the selected submenu will appear.
4Press or to select the desired item you want,
and press ENTER.
Selectable items will be listed.
5Press or to select the desired item and press
ENTER.
This completes the setting procedure.
•To return to the previous screen, press RETURN.
•To close the SETUP MENU, press SETUP.
NOTES:
•For items that require different operations from the
basic setting procedure, the setting procedure is de-
scribed in each individual section.
•The item which is indicated by red color cannot be
selected.
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Setting the language
You can choose the language of the menu screen,
DVD menu, DVD audio and subtitles.
Preparation:
• Turn ON the TV and select its AV channel (this may
be labelled EXT / AUX etc.)
• Select “LANGUAGE” from “SYSTEM SETUP”. For
the procedure, see steps 1to 3in “Using the SETUP
MENU” on page 17.
OSD LANGUAGE
You can set the language for on screen display.
Select “OSD LANGUAGE” and select the language from
the list below.
Selectable languages:
ENGLISH, FRANCAIS, ESPANOL, DEUTSCH,
ITALIANO
DVD MENU
When several menu languages are recorded on a DVD,
you can select the language to be used for the DVD
menu.
Select “DVD MENU” and select the language from the
list below.
Selectable languages:
ENGLISH, FRANCAIS, ESPANOL, DEUTSCH,
ITALIANO
The selected language is the first priority menu lan-
guage.
OTHER
If you want to select another language, before press-
ing ENTER, input the language code by using the
numeric keys. (See the Language code list on page
76). Then press ENTER.
•If you input a wrong number, press CANCEL.
AUDIO
When several audio languages are recorded on a DVD,
you can select the audio language to be played back.
The selected language remains in effect after the power
is turned off or the disc is replaced.
Select “AUDIO” and select the audio language from the
list below.
Selectable languages:
ENGLISH, FRANCAIS, ESPANOL, DEUTSCH,
ITALIANO
The language you have selected will play if it is re-
corded on the disc.
ORIGINAL
The unit will select the first priority language of each
disc.
OTHER
If you want to select another language, before press-
ing ENTER, input the language code by using the
numeric keys. (See the Language code list on page
76). Then press ENTER.
•If you input a wrong number, press CANCEL.
NOTE:
If the selected language is not recorded on the disc,
the first-priority language is selected.
SUBTITLE
When several subtitles languages are recorded on DVD,
you can select the language to be used for the sub-
titles. The selected language remains in effect after the
power is turned off or the disc is replaced.
Select “SUBTITLE” and select the menu language from
the list below.
Selectable languages:
ENGLISH, FRANCAIS, ESPANOL, DEUTSCH,
ITALIANO
The subtitle is displayed with the selected language
if it is recorded on the disc.
OTHER
If you want to select another language, before press-
ing ENTER, input the language code by using the
numeric keys. (See the Language code list on page
76). Then press ENTER.
•If you input a wrong number, press CANCEL.
AUTOMATIC
• The unit will automatically select the same language
in the AUDIO setting.
• When the unit selects the same language as the
AUDIO setting, the subtitles will not appear during
playback.
• When you do not use the same language as the
AUDIO setting, the subtitles will appear during play-
back.
OFF
Subtitles do not appear.
NOTE:
If the selected language is not recorded on the disc,
the first-priority language is selected.
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