GoVideo Cinevision DVR1000 User Manual

DVR1000
User's Guide

GoVideo Cinevision DVR1000 Specifications

General

Brand	GoVideo
Model	Cinevision DVR1000
Category	DVD Player
Language	English

Summary

Safety Precautions

Electric Shock Hazards

Warnings about opening the unit, touching internal parts, and using proper plugs to prevent electric shock.

Environmental Safety Warnings

Warnings against exposing the unit to rain/moisture and installing in confined spaces.

Laser Product Safety

Caution for Class 1 Laser Product and avoiding direct laser beam exposure.

Regulatory Compliance (FCC)

FCC warnings and compliance statements regarding radio frequency energy and digital devices.

Copyright and Serial Number Information

Information on copyright restrictions and serial number location.

Installer Cable Grounding Note

Note for installers regarding cable grounding to the building's system per NEC.

Important Safety Instructions

Instruction Adherence and Warnings

Emphasizes reading, keeping, and following all safety and operating instructions.

Usage Environment and Electrical Safety

Warnings about using the product near water, heat sources, and power cord safety.

Cleaning and Servicing Safety

Guidelines for cleaning the unit safely and referring servicing to qualified personnel.

Before Use

Playable Media Types

Lists the various types of discs the unit can play, including DVD, Audio CD, MP3, and JPEG.

General Precautions and Disc Notes

Important advisories for disc handling, playback limitations, and unit usage.

Symbol and Indicator Explanations

Explains symbols used in the manual and on the TV screen during operation.

Viewing Source Selection Guide

Instructions on how to choose between the DVD and VCR input sources for viewing.

Remote Control Setup and Range

Details on battery installation and operating range for the remote control.

Before Use (Continued)

Unit Handling and Exterior Cleaning

Guidelines for safely handling, cleaning, and maintaining the unit's exterior surface.

Disc Handling, Storage, and Cleaning

Precautions for handling, storing, and cleaning discs for optimal playback quality.

Viewing Source and Symbol Notes

Instructions on selecting viewing sources and understanding on-screen symbols.

Front Panel Controls Overview

Disc and Tape Access Controls

Buttons and slots for loading and ejecting discs and tapes.

Basic Playback and Recording Buttons

Explains buttons for Power, Play, Stop, Pause, FF, Rewind, and Record functions.

Deck Selection and Channel Scanning

Buttons for switching between DVD/VCR decks and scanning channels.

Special Function Buttons and Display

Explains buttons for Copy, Child Lock, and the front panel display indicators.

Front Panel Display Indicators

Status Indicator Explanations

Explains the meaning of various lights and symbols on the front panel display.

Remote Control Functions Guide

Deck and Source Selection Buttons

Buttons to choose between DVD/VCR decks and TV/VCR tuner.

Menu Navigation and Confirmation Controls

Buttons for displaying menus, navigating options, and confirming selections.

Playback and Recording Control Buttons

Buttons for Play, Pause, Stop, Record, FF, Rewind, and Eject operations.

Special Playback and Feature Buttons

Buttons for Title, Audio, Subtitle, Repeat, Search, Angle, Zoom, Mark, and Child Lock.

Connections Panel Layout

Video and Audio Output Ports

Ports for connecting video (Composite, S-Video) and audio (Analog, Digital) to external devices.

External Source Input Ports

Ports for connecting external video and audio sources to the VCR.

Antenna, RF, and Power Connections

Ports for antenna/cable TV, RF output, and AC power cord connection.

Connecting the DVD+VCR

Connection Tips and Cautions

General advice and warnings for making proper connections to the unit.

Antenna and Cable TV Setup Options

Steps for connecting antenna or cable TV, with options for cable boxes.

Cable Box Connection Notes

Notes regarding recording limitations when using a cable box.

Basic TV Connection Methods

RF Coaxial Connection and Channel Setup

Instructions for connecting via RF coaxial cable and setting the output channel.

Audio/Video (A/V) Connection Method

Instructions for connecting using standard A/V cables for video and audio.

Optional TV Connections for Enhanced Playback

S-Video Connection Method

Instructions for connecting using an S-Video cable for improved picture quality.

Preferred A/V Connection for Optimal Sound

Instructions for connecting A/V for the best possible audio quality.

Connecting to Amplifiers and Receivers

2-Channel Stereo/Dolby Surround Amplifier Connection

How to connect to a 2-channel stereo or Dolby Surround amplifier for audio playback.

Digital Stereo/Multi-channel Decoder Receiver Connection

How to connect to a digital stereo or multi-channel decoder receiver for advanced audio.

Digital Multi-channel Sound Setup Guide

Explains digital multi-channel sound and its requirements for optimal quality.

DTS Audio Output Considerations

Caution about DTS digital output agreement and potential distortion.

Digital Audio Format Compatibility Notes

Notes on audio format compatibility and displaying audio format on screen.

VCR Operation Setup Procedures

On-Screen Display (OSD) Functionality

Explains how the OSD provides feedback and status information during VCR operation.

Extended Data Service (XDS) Information Display

How XDS signals display program information like title and details on screen.

On-Screen Menu Navigation and Setup

How to access and navigate the VCR's on-screen menu system for settings.

VCR Setup Menu Options

Function OSD and Language Selection

How to control on-screen displays and select the VCR's menu language.

Channel Tuning and Automatic Programming

Information on the tuner, auto channel programming, and channel management.

Manual Channel Management (Add/Erase)

How to manually add or erase channels from the tuner's memory.

Clock Setting Procedures for VCR

Clock Setting Method Overview

Explains the two clock setting methods: Auto Clock Set and Manual Clock Set.

Automatic Clock Synchronization via XDS

Details on how the Auto Clock feature uses XDS signals to synchronize time.

Manual Clock Adjustment Steps

Step-by-step guide for manually setting the clock, date, and daylight saving time.

DVD Operation Setup Procedures

DVD Playback General Explanation

General instructions for DVD+VCR operation and disc limitations.

DVD On-Screen Display (OSD) Functionality

How the OSD provides feedback and shortcuts for DVD playback options.

DVD Playback Options Menu Guide

Details on DVD playback options like Title, Chapter, Time Search, Audio, Subtitle, Angle, Sound.

DVD Initial Settings Configuration

General Operation Setup Steps

Steps to access and navigate the DVD setup menu for personalization.

Menu Language and Picture Aspect Ratio Settings

How to select menu language and TV aspect ratio settings.

Disc Language Preferences Setup

How to select preferred languages for Disc Menus, Audio, and Subtitles.

DVD Sound and Playback Settings

Digital Audio Output and Sample Frequency Configuration

Settings for Digital Audio Output and Sample Frequency based on audio system.

Audio Enhancement Features (DRC, Vocal)

Settings for Dynamic Range Control (DRC) and Vocal adjustment for audio.

Automatic DVD Playback Setup

How to set the DVD player to automatically start playback when a disc is inserted.

DVD Parental Control and Country Code

Parental Control Setup and Password Management

How to set parental control ratings, passwords, and manage them.

Country Code Setting Procedure

How to enter the country code for DVD rating standards.

VCR Operation Modes and Playback

Normal VCR Playback Procedure

Steps to play back a recorded video cassette.

Tracking Control for Picture Quality

How to use automatic and manual tracking to improve picture quality.

VCR Playback Search and Slow Motion

How to scan forward/backward and play in slow motion during VCR playback.

Commercial Skip Functionality

How to use the Commercial Skip feature to fast forward through commercials.

VCR Recording Operations

Normal VCR Recording Procedure

Steps for performing standard VCR recording.

Recording Pause, Resumption, and Viewing

How to pause, resume recording, and record while viewing another channel.

Timer Recording Setup and Programming

Instructions for programming timed VCR recordings for specific channels and times.

VCR Timer Recording Options and Management

Recording Speed and Repeat Settings

How to choose recording speed (SP, SLP) and repeat modes (Once, Weekly, Daily).

Timer Program Checking and Erasing

How to check or erase programmed timer recordings from memory.

Timer Recording Priority Rules

Explanation of priority when multiple timer recordings overlap in schedule.

VCR Instant Timer and Dubbing Operations

Instant Timer Recording Setup

How to make a recording of a preset length without using the timer.

Recording Time Checking and Extension

How to check recording time and extend it by pressing the REC button.

Dubbing and Editing External Sources

How to edit or dub camcorder/VCR recordings to the DVD+VCR via A/V inputs.

DVD to VCR Copying Procedure

How to copy content from a DVD to a VHS tape, noting copy protection.

VCR Tape Management Features

Tape Counter Memory Functionality

How to use the tape counter for tracking specific points on tape for quick access.

Real-Time Tape Counter Display

How the tape counter displays hours, minutes, and seconds during operation.

Counter Memory and Return Function

How to set and return to specific points on tape for quick access.

Tape Remaining Time Display

How to display the time remaining on the tape during recording or playback.

Auto Play System Functionality

How the unit automatically plays cassettes with the record safety tab removed.

DVD Playback Operations Guide

Basic DVD Playback Steps

Steps to play back DVD discs and set up the playback environment.

DVD Menu Navigation and Content Selection

How to navigate DVD menus for titles, chapters, and other features.

DVD Playback Notes and General Features

Information on Parental Control, Region Codes, screen savers, and general features.

DVD Playback Navigation Functions

How to move between titles, chapters, and use slow motion playback.

Advanced DVD Playback Features

Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback

How to pause DVD playback and advance frame by frame for detailed viewing.

DVD Playback Search Modes

How to scan forward or backward during DVD playback using different speeds.

DVD Repeat and Sequence Playback (A-B)

How to set repeat modes for chapters, titles, or specific sequences (A-B repeat).

DVD Time Search and 3D Surround Audio

How to start playback at a specific time and activate the 3D Surround audio effect.

DVD Zoom Functionality

How to magnify and move around the video image during DVD playback.

DVD Operation - Special Features

DVD Marker Search Functionality

How to bookmark and recall specific points on a DVD for easy access.

DVD Menu and Feature Access

How to check disc contents via menus, title menus, and disc menus.

DVD Camera Angle and Audio Language Selection

How to change camera angles and select different audio languages on a DVD.

DVD Subtitle Language Selection

How to select different subtitle languages available on a DVD.

Audio CD and MP3 Disc Playback

Playing Audio CDs and MP3 Discs

Steps to play Audio CDs and MP3 files, including menu navigation.

MP3 Recording Compatibility Notes

Important notes regarding MP3 file compatibility, formatting, and naming conventions.

Audio CD and MP3 Disc Advanced Features

CD/MP3 Playback Control (Pause, Track)

How to pause, resume, and move between tracks on CDs and MP3s.

CD/MP3 Repeat Modes

How to set repeat modes for tracks or all tracks on CDs/MP3s.

CD/MP3 Search, Random, and Sequence Playback

How to scan, play in random order, and repeat sequences on CDs/MP3s.

CD 3D Surround and Channel Selection

How to activate 3D Surround audio and change audio channels for CDs.

JPEG Disc Playback Guide

Viewing JPEG Files and Slideshows

Steps to play JPEG files, navigate files, and control slideshow playback.

JPEG Picture Manipulation (Flip, Rotate)

How to flip and rotate JPEG pictures displayed on screen.

JPEG Recording Compatibility Notes

Important notes regarding JPEG file size, number, and naming conventions for discs.

Programmed Playback for CDs and MP3s

Setting Up Programmed Playback

Steps to select and store favorite tracks into a program list for playback.

Programmed Playback Repeat Modes

How to set repeat modes for programmed tracks or all tracks in the list.

Managing Programmed Tracks and Lists

How to erase individual tracks or clear the entire programmed list.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power, Picture, and Sound Problems

Solutions for issues related to no power, no picture, or no sound display.

Playback Quality and Remote Control Issues

Solutions for poor picture quality, playback failures, and remote control malfunctions.

Troubleshooting Additional Issues

Channel, Signal, and Camcorder Issues

Solutions for skipped channels, weak signals, and camcorder image display problems.

Timer Recording and Stereo Audio Problems

Solutions for timer recording failures, lack of stereo audio, and condensation.

Language Code Reference List

Language Code Directory

A comprehensive list of language codes for setting disc audio, subtitle, and menu languages.

Country Code Reference List

Country Code Directory

A list of country codes used for setting country-specific standards for DVD rating.

Product Specifications

Detailed Technical Specifications

Comprehensive technical specifications for the DVD+VCR unit, including general, inputs, outputs, VCR, and DVD features.

Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage Details

Details of the limited warranty provided for the GoVideo DVD+VCR product, including coverage and exceptions.