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DVD RECORDER
D-R3
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this booklet first.
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00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 2 IMPORTANT NOTE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a Warning moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug. If it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement fuse cover is TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT required, it must be of the same colour as the
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Getting Started 00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 3 • Be sure to remove the disc and turn off the recorder after use. Precaution • Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet when you don’t intend to use the recorder for long periods of time. • Clean the disc by wiping in a straight line from the inside to the outside of the disc. Important Safety Instructions Maintenance of Cabinet Read these operating instructions carefully before using For safety reasons, be sure to disconnect the
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00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 4 • Do not apply labels or stickers to discs. (Do not JPEG CD-R/-RW use discs fixed with exposed tape adhesive or left- over peeled-off stickers.) • Only JPEG files with the ".jpg", ".JPG" extension • Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. can be used. • Do not use discs printed with label printers avail- • The unit can handle a maximum of 1000 files and able on the market. folders. • Do not load warped or cracked discs. • Maximum size of progress
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Getting Started 00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 5 Protection DVD-RW Disc Playback and Recording This DVD Recorder • Recording and playback can be performed on can allow you to pro- DVD-RW discs in both Video and VR Modes. tect the contents of • Once a DVD-RW recorded in VR Mode is finalized, your discs, you cannot perform additional recording. as described below. • Once a DVD-RW recorded in Video Mode is final- Cartridge-protected: ized, it becomes DVD-Video. With the Write Protect •
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00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 6 Step 4 : Other type of connecting the Audio Contents output cable ..........................................................18 Method 1 : Connecting to your TV..................................18 Method 2 : Connecting to a stereo amplifier with analogue output jacks......................................................19 Method 3: Connecting to an AV amplifier with a Getting Started Getting Started digital output jack ................................
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Getting Started 00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 7 Changing the Camera Angle...........................................55 Recording Recording Zooming-In .......................................................................55 Before Recording.....................................................34 Using PIP(Picture in Picture)...........................................56 Recordable discs..............................................................34 Using Last Mark......................
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00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 8 A variety of functions with an easy-to-use user interface General Features The integrated menu system and the messaging function allow you to perform desired operations both easily and conveniently. With a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc, you can edit recorded images, create a playlist, and edit images in a specific sequence according to The DVD-D-R3 allows you to record and play high qual- your requirements. ity digital images on DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R discs.
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Getting Started 00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 9 Before reading the user’s How to use the DVD manual Recorder Make sure to check the following matters before reading the user’s manual. Step 1 Select the disc type Icons that will be used in manual This unit can record on the following types of discs. If you want to repeatedly record on the same disc or Icon Term Definition you want to edit the disc after recording, select a rewritable DVD-RW or DVD-RAM type disc. This involves a functi
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00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 10 Step 3 Recording Step 6 Finalizing & Playing on other DVD components There are two different recording methods, Direct To play your DVD on other DVD components, finaliz- Recording and Timer Recording. Timer recording is ing may be necessary. First, finish all editing and classified as recording type : Once, Daily or Weekly or recording operations, then finalise the disc. recording mode : XP (high quality mode), SP (standard When using a DVD-RW disc in
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Getting Started 00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 11 Description Front Panel 1. STANDBY/ON 11. REC Turns the recorder on and off. Starts recording. 2. DV-IN 12. PR ( ) Connects external digital equipment with a DV jack. Select TV preset channels. Same as PROG buttons in remote control. 3. AV4 IN Connects external equipment. 13. REC PAUSE Pauses recording. 4. DISC TRAY Opens to accept a disc. 14. TIME SLIP The Time Slip function allows you to view a 5. DISPLAY recorded program through
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00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 12 Rear Panel Fan The fan always revolves when the power is on. Ensure a minimum of 10cm clear space on all sides of the fan when installing the product. 1. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 4. AV1(TV) OUTPUT SCART Connects to an amplifier having a digital input jack. 5. AV2(EXT) INPUT SCART 2. ANALOGUE AUDIO OUT 6. AV3 IN(AUDIO/VIDEO) Connects to the audio input of external equipment Connects the output of external equipment using an using audio cables. audio/video
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Getting Started 00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 13 10. MENU Button Tour of the Remote Control Brings up the DVD Recorder’s setup menu. 11. TITLE LIST/DISC MENU Button Use this to enter the View Recording list/Disc menu. 12. OK/DIRECTION Buttons (UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT Buttons) 1 19 This button functions as a toggle switch. 13. RETURN Button 2 Returns to a previous menu. 14. REPEAT Button Allows you to repeat a title, chapter, track or disc. 15. DISPLAY. Button 3 20 This will display curr
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00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 14 Quick Overview Connecting A Quick Overview presented in this guide will give you enough imformation to start using the recorder. & Setting Up This section involves various methods of Step 1 : Unpacking connecting the DVD player to other external † components and required initial setting modes. Step 2 : Connecting SCART Cable † Step 3 : Other type of connecting the Video output cable † Step 4 : Other type of connecting the Audio output cable † Step 5
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Connecting & Setting UP 00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 15 Step 1: Unpacking Step 2: Connecting SCART Cable There are several ways to connect your DVD Recorder Accessory using scart cables. Check for the supplied accessories below. Select one of the following connections that best suits you. Method 1 : Antenna + DVD Recorder + TV Method 2 : Antenna + VCR/satellite receiver/cable box + DVD Recorder + TV If you are using an off-air antenna that has 300-ohm twin flat leads, use an
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00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 16 Method 1 : Antenna + DVD Method 2 : Antenna + Recorder + TV VCR/satellite receiver/cable box + DVD Recorder + TV You can connect your DVD Recorder to the television using the SCART cable if the appropriate input is available on the television. You thus: Obtain better quality sound and pictures Simplify the setting up procedure of your DVD Recorder 1. Connect the RF cable as shown. 1 2. Connect one end of the SCART cable to the AV1 socket on the
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Connecting & Setting UP 00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 17 Method 2 : Connecting to an Step3 : Other type of S-video output jack connecting the Video Connect an S-video cable(not supplied) between the S-VIDEO OUT jack on DVD Recorder and S-VIDEO IN output cable jack on the TV (or AV amplifier). You will enjoy high quality images. S-Video separates There are several ways to output video signal not using the picture element into black and white (Y) and color scart cables. Select o
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00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 18 Method 2 : Connecting to a Step 4 : Other type of stereo amplifier with analogue connecting the Audio output jacks output cable If your stereo amplifier only has audio input jacks (L and R), use the analogue audio out jacks. There are several ways to output audio signal not using scart cables. Select the audio connection that best suits you below. Method 1 : Connecting to your TV Method 2 : Connecting to a stereo amplifier (analogue audio out
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Connecting & Setting UP 00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 19 Method 3: Connecting to an AV Step 5 : Connecting to amplifier with a digital AV3, AV4, DV input jack output jack If your AV amplifier only has a Dolby Digital, MPEG-2 or DTS decoder and a digital input jack, use this connection. To enjoy Dolby Digital, MPEG-2 or DTS This allows you to connect your DVD Recorder to other sound, you will set up the audio settings. (See page 31) external devices and view or record their outputs
