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Magnavox MDR533H User Manual

Magnavox MDR533H
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Magnavox MDR533H Specifications

Video Playback IconVideo Playback
Playback MediaCD-R/CD-RW, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-Video
Video disc playback systemNTSC
Audio Playback IconAudio Playback
Playback MediaAudio CD, CD-R/RW, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, DVD
Compression formatDolby Digital, PCM
Still Picture Playback IconStill Picture Playback
Playback MediaCD-R/RW, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW, DVD, Audio CD
Picture Compression FormatJPEG
Connectivity IconConnectivity
Front ConnectionsAnalog Audio Left/Right In, Composite Video (CVBS) In, DV In, S-Video In
Rear ConnectionsAnalog Audio Left/Right In, Analog Audio Left/Right Out, HDMI Out, Component Video Out, Composite Video (CVBS) In, Composite Video (CVBS) Out, Digital Coaxial Out, S-Video In, S-Video Out, RF In, RF Out
Power IconPower
Power supply120V, 60Hz
Dimensions IconDimensions
Set dimensions (W x H x D)420 x 61.2 x 290 mm
Set weight3.4 kg
Packaging dimensions (W x H x D)520 x 147 x 413 mm

Summary

Safety Information

Safety Instructions

General warnings and precautions for safe operation of the apparatus.

Safety Information Continued

Laser Safety

Precautions regarding the Class 1 laser product and potential radiation exposure.

Avoiding Electrical Shock and Fire Hazards

Instructions to prevent hazards of electrical shock and fire during operation.

Safety Information & Maintenance

Maintenance and Servicing

Instructions for cleaning, disc handling, and when to seek service.

Main Features and Overview

Key Features

Overview of the unit's recording, dubbing, and editing capabilities.

Dubbing and Finalization

Explanation of dubbing functions and automatic title finalizing.

Playback Features and Manual Symbols

Playback Capabilities

Details on various playback features like surround sound and search.

Functional Overview: Unit Controls

Front Panel Overview

Identification and function of buttons and indicators on the front panel.

Functional Overview: Rear Panel and Remote

Rear Panel Terminals

Identification and function of all input/output terminals on the rear panel.

Remote Control Overview

Instructions for installing batteries and using the remote control.

Connection Guide

Connecting to TV via AV and S-Video

Connecting to TV via Component and HDMI

Connecting via HDMI Port

Instructions for connecting to a TV with an HDMI compatible port.

HDMI Connection Details

HDMI Mode and Output Signals

Explanation of HDMI output modes and corresponding video signals.

Connecting to Cable/Satellite Box

Cable/Satellite Box Connection

Instructions for connecting to a cable or satellite box.

Digital Audio Connections

Digital Audio Connection Types

Details on Coaxial and HDMI audio connections.

Before You Start: Initial Setup

Finding Viewing Channel on TV

Steps to find the correct TV channel for the unit's input.

Main Menu and General Settings

Disc Edit and HDD Menu Functions

Disc Edit Options

Functions for editing disc names, erasing, and making edits compatible.

HDD Menu Options

Functions for managing titles on the HDD.

Dubbing Menu Options

Options for dubbing content between HDD and DVD.

Mode Switching and Disc Insertion

How to Insert a Disc

Step-by-step guide for inserting a disc into the unit.

Initial Setting Procedure

Display Initial Setup Menu

Steps to display the initial setup menu on your TV.

Select Broadcasting Signal Type

Procedure to select the type of broadcasting signal for channel setup.

Automatic Channel Presetting

Process of automatic channel scanning and memorization.

Channel Setting: Auto Scan

Auto Channel Scan Procedure

Step-by-step guide to program available channels automatically.

Channel Setting: Manual Preset

Adding/Deleting Channels

Procedure to manually add or delete channels from the lineup.

Manual Channel Preset: Analog/Digital

Clock Setting: Auto & Manual

Analog Auto Clock Setting

Procedure for automatically setting the clock via analog broadcast signal.

Clock Setting: Manual and Digital Auto

Manual Auto Clock Setting

Procedure to manually set the PBS channel for clock data.

Digital Auto Clock Setting

Procedure for automatically setting the clock via digital broadcast signal.

Clock Setting: Manual and Daylight Saving

Manual Clock Setting

Procedure to manually set the date and time.

Tuner Settings: Mode and Channel

Tuner Settings: Audio and DTV Caption

Selecting TV Audio

How to switch TV audio languages for digital TV.

Tuner Settings: Analog TV Audio

Analog TV Audio Selection

Procedure to select Stereo or SAP for analog TV audio.

Tuner Settings: DTV Closed Caption

DTV Closed Caption Settings

How to change settings for DTV closed captions (DTV CC).

Information on Recording: Discs and Modes

Recordable Discs

List of compatible disc types for recording (DVD+RW, DVD+R, etc.).

Recording Modes and HDD Usage

Recording Modes Explained

Explanation of different recording modes and their time/quality trade-offs.

About HDD Usage

Information on using HDD as a temporary storage and backup.

Before Recording: Settings and Procedures

Recording from Cable Box or Satellite

Instructions for recording from external tuner sources.

Basic Recording and One-Touch Timer

Basic Recording and OTR Operations

Set One-Touch Timer Recording (OTR)

Simple method to set recording time in 30-minute blocks.

Autostart Recording

Autostart Recording Function

Explanation of the feature that automatically records current channel.

Start Recording Autostart

Steps to locate desired point and start autostart recording.

Timer Recording

Program Timer Recording

Procedure to program timer recordings up to 36 programs monthly.

Timer Recording: Steps and Modes

Select Recording Mode/Input

Steps to select analog/digital mode, external input, and recording media.

Timer Recording: Channel Selection and Management

Checking, Cancelling, or Correcting Timer Programs

How to view, delete, or change timer recording programs.

Timer Recording Error Messages

Timer Recording Error Codes

List and explanation of error numbers that may appear in timer programming.

Timer Recording Hints and Overlap

Timer Recording Hints

Tips for timer recording, including power failure and overlap scenarios.

Special Recording: Overwriting Titles

Overwriting from Beginning of Title

Procedure to overwrite an existing title from its start.

Overwriting in Middle of Title

Procedure to overwrite an existing title from a selected point.

Overwriting Scenarios and Hints

Overwriting Circumstances

Description of scenarios when overwriting titles.

Dubbing Overview

Recording Modes for Dubbing

Explanation of 'High' and 'Auto' recording modes for dubbing.

Connecting External Devices for Dubbing

Setting for External Device Input

Instructions for connecting external devices via RCA or S-Video cables.

Connecting via RCA Cables

Detailed steps for connecting using RCA audio/video cables.

Connecting via S-Video Cable

Detailed steps for connecting using an S-Video cable.

Connecting External Devices via DV Cable

Connecting via DV Cable

Instructions for connecting an external device using a DV cable.

Recording from External Device

Recording from External Device Procedure

Steps to record content from an external device.

Select External Input Channel

Selecting the correct input channel for the external device.

Start Recording

Pressing the RECORD button to start recording.

Start Playback from External Device

Starting playback on the external device to initiate recording.

DVC to HDD/DVD Dubbing

DVC to HDD/DVD Dubbing Procedure

Steps for dubbing content from a DVC to HDD or DVD.

Select L3 (DV-IN) Input

Selecting the correct input for DV connection.

Display and Select DV Input

Steps to display and select the DV input source.

Start and Stop Dubbing

How to start and stop the dubbing process.

DV Dubbing Notes and Control

Start DV Dubbing

Procedure to start the DV dubbing process.

Dubbing: Selected Title and One-Touch

Selected Title Dubbing

Function to select and dub a specific title.

HDD to DVD Dubbing

Procedure for dubbing from HDD to DVD.

DVD to HDD Dubbing

Procedure for dubbing from DVD to HDD.

Add Title to Dubbing List

How to add titles to the dubbing list.

Select Title for Dubbing

Selecting a specific title from the list to be dubbed.

Dubbing List Management and One-Touch

Start Dubbing Process

Initiating the dubbing process after selecting titles and mode.

One-Touch Dubbing Function

Function to start dubbing with a single touch.

One Title Dubbing (HDD to DVD)

One Title Dubbing Function

Function to select one specific title for dubbing from HDD to DVD.

Select Title to Dub

Selecting a specific title from the list for dubbing.

Protecting a Disc from Accidental Edits

Disc Protection Function

How to protect a disc from accidental recording or erasing.

Select Disc Protect Option

Selecting the 'Disc Protect OFF ON' option.

Finalizing Discs for Other Players

Finalizing a Disc

Procedure to finalize a disc for playback on other DVD players.

Select Finalize Option

Selecting the 'Finalize' option.

Automatic Disc Finalization

Auto Finalizing Feature

Function to automatically finalize discs after recordings.

Set General Settings for Auto Finalize

Steps to access and configure auto finalize settings.

Configure Auto Finalize Options

Selecting 'Disc Full' or 'End of Timer Rec' for auto finalization.

Information on Playback: Discs and Systems

Playable Discs and Files

List of discs and files compatible with the unit for playback.

Basic Playback: Disc Insertion and Controls

Start Playback

How to start playback using the PLAY button.

Direct Playback

Method for direct playback of titles.

Basic Playback: Title List Operations

Playback from Title List

How to play back titles from the HDD or DVD title list.

Select Title for Playback

Selecting a title from the list and starting playback.

DVD Title List Information and Controls

Select Playback Option from Title List

Selecting Play, Resume, or Play from Start from the title list.

Playback of Audio CDs and Picture Discs

Playing Audio CDs and Picture Discs

How to play back audio CDs and discs with JPEG files.

Select Folder or Track/File

Selecting content from the file or track list.

Special Playback: Step, Slow, Chasing

Chasing Playback During Recording

How to play back recorded content while recording continues.

Simultaneous Playback and Recording

How to play back one title while recording another.

Special Playback: Program and Autostart

Autostart Recording Playback

How to pause, resume, rewind, or fast forward autostart recordings.

Search Functions

Title/Chapter Search

How to search for specific titles or chapters.

Track Search

How to search for specific tracks or files.

Search Function: Time Search

Time Search

How to search for content at a specific time.

Editing Menu Access and Features

How to Access the Edit Menu

Step-by-step guide to access the Edit menu.

Editing: Deleting Titles

Deleting a Title

Procedure to delete a single title from HDD or DVD.

Accessing Title List for Deletion

Steps to access the title list to select a title for deletion.

Editing: Deleting Selected Titles

Deleting Selected Titles

Procedure to select and delete multiple titles.

Select Title for Deletion

Selecting titles to be deleted.

Select 'Delete Multiple Titles'

Selecting the option to delete multiple titles.

Mark Titles for Deletion

Marking titles for deletion using the CLEAR button.

Editing: Naming Titles

Putting Names on Titles

How to assign custom names to titles.

Select 'Edit Title Name' Option

Selecting the option to edit the title name.

Editing: Chapter Marks (Add)

Chapter Marks (Add)

How to add chapter marks to titles.

Set Chapter Mark Point

Playing title to the desired point and pressing PAUSE.

Select 'Add' Option

Selecting the 'Add' option to create a chapter mark.

Editing: Deleting Chapter Marks

Chapter Marks (Delete)

Procedure to delete individual chapter marks.

Navigate to Chapter for Deletion

Navigating to the chapter to be deleted.

Editing: Delete All Chapter Marks

Chapter Marks (Delete All)

Procedure to delete all chapter marks from a title.

Select 'Chapter Mark' Option

Selecting the 'Chapter Mark' option.

Select 'Delete All' Option

Selecting the 'Delete All' option.

Editing: Dividing a Title

Dividing a Title

Procedure to divide one title into two new titles.

Set Division Point

Playing title to the point of division and pressing PAUSE.

Select 'Title Dividing' Option

Selecting the 'Title Dividing' option.

Editing: Deleting a Scene from a Title

Deleting a Scene of a Title

Procedure to delete a specific part (scene) of a title.

Select 'Scene Delete' Option

Selecting the 'Scene Delete' option.

Set Start Point for Scene Deletion

Playing title to set the start point for deletion.

Editing: Confirming Scene Deletion

Select 'Delete' Option

Selecting the 'Delete' option to remove the scene.

Editing: Protecting a Title

Protecting a Title

How to protect a title from accidental editing or erasing.

Editing: Hiding Chapters

Editing: Setting an Index Picture

Editing: Putting Name on Disc

Editing: Erasing Disc Contents

Erasing Disc

Procedure to erase all titles and contents on a disc.

Editing: Making Edits Compatible

Editing: Deleting All Titles in HDD

Deleting All Titles in HDD

Procedure to delete all titles from the HDD.

List of Settings: General and Playback

List of Settings: CC Style and V-Chip

V-Chip Rating Settings

Setting viewing limitations based on MPAA, TV, and Canadian ratings.

List of Settings: V-Chip and Video

V-Chip Rating Management

Managing downloadable ratings and passwords for V-Chip.

Recording Settings

Settings related to recording, including auto chapter and auto finalize.

Auto Chapter and Auto Finalize

Setting auto chapter marks and automatic disc finalization.

Clock and Channel Settings

Settings for clock, auto clock, and manual channel presets.

TV Audio Select and HDMI Settings

Settings for analog TV audio and HDMI output.

Setups: General Settings Overview

Setups: Parental Lock

Parental Lock Functionality

Explanation of parental lock for DVD videos and rating levels.

Setups: Disc Audio Settings

Disc Audio Settings Overview

Choosing audio settings for external devices during disc playback.

Setups: Subtitles, Angles, Skip/Replay

Setups: Display Settings

Setups: Display Settings Continued

V-Chip System Overview

Explanation of the V-chip system for program viewing limitations.

Setups: V-Chip and Video Settings

Progressive Scan Setting

Enabling or disabling the progressive scan system.

Setups: Progressive Scan and TV Aspect

Progressive Scan Setup

Enabling progressive scan for higher definition images.

Setups: HDMI Settings

HDMI Audio Setting

Enabling or disabling HDMI audio output.

Setups: HDMI Settings Continued

Troubleshooting: Power and General Issues

Power Issues

Troubleshooting steps for when the power does not turn on or unit turns on automatically.

Unit Response and Screen Issues

Troubleshooting for unit not responding, no picture/sound/menu.

Unit Operation and Repairing Process

Troubleshooting for improper operation and the repairing process.

Troubleshooting: DVC and HDMI Issues

DVC Signal Input Issues

Troubleshooting for inability to input DV signals or operate DVC.

HDMI Connection Issues

Troubleshooting for no HDMI image, setup menu, or channel change.

Troubleshooting: Recording and Playback

Recording Issues

Troubleshooting for unable to record, timer recording errors, and HDD issues.

Playback Issues

Troubleshooting for no sound/subtitle, aspect ratio mismatch, distorted picture.

Troubleshooting: Playback, Dubbing, Editing

Playback Errors

Troubleshooting for playback not starting, stopping suddenly, or not performing.

Dubbing Errors

Troubleshooting for dubbing execution failures.

Editing Errors

Troubleshooting for title editing/deletion and disc protection issues.

Troubleshooting: Error Messages

Error Message Explanations

Detailed list of error messages and their causes/solutions.

Español: Initial Setup and HDMI

Configuración Inicial (Initial Setup)

Steps to follow when turning on the unit for the first time.

Español: Playback and Recording

Grabación Básica (Basic Recording)

Steps for basic recording of TV programs.

One-Touch Timer Recording Setup

How to configure timer recording in 30-minute blocks.

Español: Copying Procedures

Copiado Básica (Basic Copying)

Procedure for copying from HDD to DVD or DVD to HDD.

One-Touch Copying

How to copy discs instantly with a single touch.

Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Duration and Coverage

Details on parts and labor warranty duration and coverage.

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