AWA W1090 - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Courtney LewisAug 12, 2025
What to do if AWA DVD VCR Combo does not start playback?
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  johnjohnsonAug 12, 2025
  Your AWA DVD VCR Combo might not start playback for several reasons: - There might be no disc inserted. Insert a disc or tape. - An unplayable disc might be inserted. Try inserting a playable disc. - The disc might be placed upside down. Place the disc with the playback side down. - The disc might not be placed within the guide. Place the disc on the disc tray correctly inside the guide. - The disc is dirty. Clean the disc. - The Parental Control level is set. Cancel the Parental Control function or change the rating level.
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Mary RobinsonAug 16, 2025
Why there is no picture on my AWA W1090?
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  Jason PerryAug 16, 2025
  If there is no picture on your AWA DVD VCR Combo, check these possible causes: - The TV is not set to receive DVD Recorder+VCR signal output. - The video cable is not connected securely. - The TV power is turned off.
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garrettkimberlyAug 20, 2025
What to do if there is no sound on AWA W1090?
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  stacy16Aug 20, 2025
  If you're experiencing no sound with your AWA DVD VCR Combo, consider these potential causes: - The equipment connected with the audio cable is not set to receive DVD Recorder+VCR signal output. - The audio cables are not connected securely. - The power on the equipment connected with the audio cable is turned off. - The audio cables are damaged.
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Jose GilesAug 25, 2025
Why is the playback picture poor on my AWA W1090 DVD VCR Combo?
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  Samantha AndersonAug 25, 2025
  If the playback picture quality is poor on your AWA DVD VCR Combo, it could be due to: - A dirty disc. Clean the disc. - Dirty tape heads. Clean the video heads. - The tape is a rental or was recorded on another VCR.
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Stephanie NealAug 27, 2025
Why picture or sound of broadcasting channel is weak or missing on AWA W1090?
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  Karen WilsonAug 28, 2025
  If the picture or sound of a broadcasting channel is weak or missing on your AWA DVD VCR Combo, it might be because: - Antenna or cables are loose. Tighten connections or replace the cable. - The wrong Tuning Band is selected in the DVD Recorder+VCR Setup menu. Try all ‘Auto Set‘ options.
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Annette RodriguezAug 31, 2025
How to fix channels skipped on AWA W1090 when using [PR+/–]?
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  Robert CarterAug 31, 2025
  If some channels are skipped when using [PR+/–] on your AWA DVD VCR Combo, it's likely that the skipped channels were deleted with the ‘Adjust Channels’ feature. Use the ‘Adjust Channels’ feature to restore channels.
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Meagan LeeSep 4, 2025
Why is the camcorder image not shown on my AWA DVD VCR Combo?
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  Janice CooperSep 4, 2025
  If the camcorder image is not shown on your AWA DVD VCR Combo, the camcorder might be off. Turn the camcorder on and operate it properly.
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Steven RoseSep 8, 2025
Why is the picture from external input distorted on AWA W1090 DVD VCR Combo?
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  Aaron ClarkeSep 8, 2025
  If the picture from an external input is distorted on your AWA DVD VCR Combo, the video signal from the external component might be copy-protected.

Summary

Safety Instructions

Precautions

General safety measures for handling the product and its components.

For your own Safety

Safety advice regarding servicing and power disconnection.

Important Safeguards

Electrical Safety and Fire Prevention

Warnings and cautions related to electricity, fire, and moisture.

Laser Safety Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation and handling of the laser system.

General Operation and Installation Precautions

Overview

Identification of Controls

Details on the buttons and indicators on the front panel and remote control.

SETUP

Initial Installation

Step-by-step guide for the initial setup wizard and basic configuration.

Installation Settings

Recording Options Settings

Preferences; Video Settings

Preferences; Audio Settings

Preferences; Parental Controls

Setting up parental control levels and passwords to restrict content.

Change Password

Restore Defaults

PLAYBACK

DVD and VCD Playback

Detailed steps for playing DVD, VCD, and recordable DVD formats.

Playback Controls and Features

VCR Playback and Tracking

Instructions for playing VHS tapes and adjusting tracking for optimal picture.

Other Disc Playback

RECORDING

Basic Recording from TV

Step-by-step guide to recording TV programs.

One Touch Record (OTR)

Copying Content (DVD;VHS)

Timer Recording

Setting up scheduled recordings using manual or G-Code.

Timer Recording Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions for timer recording failures.

Recording from External Sources

DISC OPERATION

Disc Initialize and Management

Finalizing Discs

Locking recordings for playback on standard DVD players.

DISC EDIT

Title Management

Chapter Editing

REFERENCE

Troubleshooting

Guide to diagnosing and resolving common operational problems.

AWA W1090 Specifications

Operating Environment

operating temperature	5°C to 35°C
operating humidity	5% to 90%
signal system	PAL

Power

power requirements	200-240V~, 50/60Hz
power consumption	Maximum 26W

Recording Formats

recording formats	DVD Video Recording, DVDVIDEO
recordable discs	DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVDRW
recordable time DVD	Approx 1 Hour (HQ mode), 2 Hours (SP mode), 4 Hours (EP mode), 8 Hours (SEP mode)

VCR Specifications

head system	4 Head Video, 2 Head Hi-Fi helical scan azimuth system
tape speed SP	23.39 mm/sec
tape speed LP	11.70 mm/sec

DVD Specifications

laser system	Semiconductor laser, wavelength 650 nm
frequency response DVD	8 Hz to 22 kHz
resolution	over 500 lines (HQ Recording)

Inputs

antenna in	Antenna or CATV input, 75 Ω
video in	1.0 Vp-p 75 Ω, sync negative, RCA jack x 2
audio in	-8.8 dBm more than 47 k, RCA jack (L, R) x 2

Outputs

video out	Composite output (1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced)
s-video out Y	1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync, Mini DIN 4-pin x 1
audio out digital	0.5 V (p-p), 75 Ω, RCA jack x 1

Weight and Dimensions

width	430 mm
height	92 mm
depth	312 mm
mass	4.96 kg

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