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General| Type | DVD Recorder |
|---|---|
| Hard Drive Capacity | 500 GB |
| Video Recording Format | MPEG-2 |
| Audio Recording Format | Dolby Digital |
| Video Upconversion | 1080p |
| USB Port | Yes |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Recording Formats | DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW |
| Playback Formats | DVD, CD, MP3, JPEG |
| Tuner Type | NTSC |
| Connectivity | HDMI |
| Dimensions | 16.9 inches |
General safety rules for operation and maintenance.
Details on FCC warnings and radio-TV interference standards.
Covers laser safety, copyright, electrical hazards, and unit handling.
Includes dew condensation, recycling, and progressive scan output advice.
Instructions for cleaning, handling discs/HDD, and seeking service.
Lists included items and how to test the remote control.
Details on trademarks like Kodak, Dolby, and HDMI.
Copyright notice and terms of use for the manual.
Details on recording to HDD/DVD, dubbing, and auto modes.
Highlights the 1TB HDD and autostart recording feature.
Explains HDCP support for HDMI connections.
Covers playback options, disc compatibility, and display technologies.
Describes capabilities for managing recorded titles and content.
Explains symbols used in the manual and media type indicators.
Identifies and describes the buttons and connectors on the front panel.
Identifies and describes the ports and connectors on the rear panel.
Instructions for installing batteries and general usage guidelines.
Explains the purpose of each button on the remote control.
Describes the icons, symbols, and messages shown on the unit's display.
Important steps before making any connections.
Details on connecting an antenna for TV pass-through.
Guidance on choosing connection types based on TV inputs.
Instructions for connecting using standard RCA audio/video cables.
Instructions for connecting using an S-Video cable for better quality.
Instructions for higher quality connection using component video.
Instructions for connecting using an HDMI cable for optimal audio/video.
Explains how to select HDMI output resolutions and copyright protection.
Details on HDCP requirements for HDMI playback.
Instructions for connecting external cable or satellite receivers.
Guide for connecting to TVs with only RF input, requiring an RF modulator.
Instructions for connecting via coaxial or HDMI digital audio.
Guide for connecting stereo analog audio.
Steps to locate the correct input channel on your TV.
Examples of TV input labels for various brands.
Explanation of the unit's on-screen displays and menu navigation.
Details on displaying program guides and autostart recording status.
Explains the information displayed for HDD, DVD, and HDMI connections.
Overview of the main menu options and how to access the General Setting menu.
Details on the settings available within the General Setting menu.
Explains functions for disc management, HDD operations, and dubbing.
Describes options for playback modes like Photo and Random Play.
How to select between HDD and DVD operation.
Step-by-step guide for inserting discs into the unit.
Steps to automatically scan and program available channels in your area.
Instructions for manually adjusting the channel lineup.
Steps for adding or deleting channels for analog and digital TV.
Guide for automatically setting the clock using analog broadcast signals.
How to manually set the clock for analog TV if auto-setting fails.
Steps for automatically setting the clock using digital broadcast signals and time zones.
Steps to manually set the date and time for the unit's clock.
How to configure the unit for daylight saving time adjustments.
How to switch between NTSC (analog) and ATSC (digital) TV modes.
Explains how to select channels using the remote control or number buttons.
How to choose the audio language for digital TV broadcasts.
How to choose between Stereo and SAP for analog TV audio.
How to configure DTV closed caption services.
How to change the appearance of closed captions.
Detailed options for font, edge, and background appearance of captions.
Lists compatible disc types and limitations.
Limits on the number of titles and chapters that can be recorded.
Explanation of different recording modes and their impact on quality/time.
Information on HDD usage, temporary storage, and capacity.
How to automatically insert chapter marks during recording.
Instructions for recording DTV closed captions with the program.
Notes on recording external tuner programs.
Guide to performing standard recordings to HDD or disc.
Instructions for setting up simple timer recordings.
How to initiate, pause, and stop recordings.
Specifics on setting, canceling, and operating OTR.
Important considerations during recording, including audio and V-chip settings.
How to locate and start recording from the currently viewed program.
Details on when autostart recording stops and its limitations.
Steps to program future recordings with specific dates and times.
Explanation of the information shown in the timer programming list.
How to choose input sources and recording modes for timer recordings.
Explains auto mode and alternate recording behavior for DVDs.
Steps to save timer settings and handle overlapping programs.
Guide on choosing channels for analog and digital timer recordings.
Procedures for managing programmed recordings.
How to temporarily disable scheduled recordings.
How to assign custom names to timer recordings.
Explains error messages that may appear in the timer programming list.
Tips for managing power failures, disc insertion, and overlapping program settings.
How the unit handles overlapping timer recordings based on start time.
Explains scenarios and considerations when overwriting existing recordings.
Overview of the dubbing interface and its options.
Explanation of "High" and "Auto" recording modes for dubbing.
Important points to consider during the dubbing process.
Instructions for connecting external devices using RCA audio/video cables.
Instructions for connecting external devices using an S-Video cable.
Guide for connecting digital video camcorders using a DV cable.
How to configure the unit to receive signals from external devices.
Steps to initiate recording from connected external sources.
Explains DV connection, control, and on-screen information.
Details on DV dubbing operations, audio modes, and icons.
Step-by-step guide for dubbing from a DVC to HDD or DVD.
Important precautions and limitations for DV dubbing operations.
How to select specific titles for dubbing from HDD to DVD or vice versa.
Steps to choose titles, manage the dubbing list, and start the process.
How to start dubbing directly from playback with a single touch.
How to select a single title from the list for dubbing.
How to protect titles using the Disc Edit menu.
How to release protection from a disc.
Steps to finalize DVD-RW or DVD-R discs for playback on other players.
How to stop the disc finalization process if needed.
How to set the unit to automatically finalize discs.
Lists compatible disc types and file formats for playback.
Information on discs that cannot be played and common issues.
Explains NTSC color system and region code compatibility for DVDs.
Describes how HDD/DVD content is organized into titles and chapters.
Steps to start playback of titles from HDD or disc.
How to select and play titles from the HDD or DVD title list.
How to choose "Play from Start" or "Resume Playback" from the title list.
Instructions for playing back music CDs and photo CDs.
Tips for navigating audio tracks and JPEG files.
How to navigate menus provided on DVDs and Picture CDs.
How to pause playback and return to the previous stopping point.
How to resume playback from where it was last stopped.
How to speed up or slow down playback.
How to play back at slightly faster or slower speeds while keeping sound.
How to advance playback frame by frame.
How to play back in slow motion forwards or backwards.
How to play back recorded content while recording continues.
How to record one program while playing back another.
How to zoom in on parts of the picture during playback.
How to set markers to easily return to specific points in titles.
How to set playback to repeat titles, chapters, tracks, or entire discs.
How to play back discs randomly instead of in order.
How to view JPEG files as a slideshow with adjustable display times.
How to program discs to play back in a specific order.
How to pause, resume, rewind, or fast-forward autostart recorded programs.
How to find specific titles or chapters on HDD/DVD.
How to find specific tracks on audio CDs or files on JPEG discs.
How to search for a specific point in time within a track, file, or title.
How to select available subtitle languages during DVD-video playback.
How to select different audio tracks or channels for DVDs and CDs.
How to select different camera angles for multi-angle DVD scenes.
How to reduce noise in the playback picture.
How to view and navigate the list of recorded titles on HDD or disc.
Table showing available editing features for HDD and DVD media.
Steps to open the editing menu for HDD and DVD.
Instructions on how to delete unwanted titles from HDD or DVD.
Steps to delete one specific title from the list.
How to select and delete multiple titles at once.
How to assign custom names to titles for easier identification.
Detailed instructions on entering and editing title names.
How to insert chapter marks at specific points in a title.
How to remove existing chapter marks from a title.
How to set chapter intervals or clear all marks.
How to split one title into two new titles.
How to merge two titles into a single title.
How to delete specific segments within a title.
How to preview the deleted scene and finalize the operation.
How to prevent accidental editing or erasing of titles.
How to erase all titles and format a disc for reuse.
How to set the format mode (Video or VR) for blank DVD-RW discs.
How to erase all unprotected or all titles from the HDD.
Lists settings for Parental Lock, Audio, Language, Screen Saver, and DTV CC.
Details settings for caption appearance and viewing limitations (V-Chip, Ratings).
Lists settings for Progressive Scan, Aspect Ratio, Recording format, Clock, Channel tuning, and HDMI.
Overview of playback settings like Parental Lock, Disc Audio, and Language.
How to set parental controls and manage passwords for DVD playback.
Options for Dynamic Range Control, PCM/Dolby Digital output, and Disc Menu Language.
How to select audio languages and disc menu languages for DVDs.
How to select subtitles and control the angle icon display.
Options for still image modes and customizing skip/rewind times.
Settings for on-screen display language and screen saver activation.
How to adjust front panel display brightness and set V-Chip viewing restrictions.
How to set viewing limitations based on different rating systems.
How to set sub-ratings for TV programs and manage downloadable ratings.
How to change the password for parental lock or V-Chip settings.
Settings related to video output, including Progressive Scan, TV Aspect, and Video Input.
How to enable or disable the progressive scan feature and its requirements.
How to set the aspect ratio to match your TV screen for optimal viewing.
Settings for HDMI output format, audio, and RGB range.
How to adjust RGB range for better contrast and enable HDMI CEC features.
Solutions for problems like the unit not turning on or responding.
Solutions for issues with picture/sound, menu access, and clock/channel settings.
Information on the unit's repair process and troubleshooting parental lock.
Solutions for problems with DV signal input and DVC control.
Troubleshooting for HDMI signal issues and channel reception problems.
Solutions for problems like unable to record, distorted playback, or no sound/subtitle.
Solutions for playback errors, dubbing failures, and editing issues.
Troubleshooting steps for when the remote control does not work.
Explains various error codes encountered during operation and their causes/solutions.
A table mapping language names to their corresponding numerical codes.
Definitions of technical terms used throughout the manual.
Details on the unit's general, recording, tuner, and terminal specifications.
Details on parts, labor, exclusions, and limitations of the product warranty.
Information on how to get service, contact details, and required documentation.
