Video Menu
RAM
-R
-R DL
-RW(V)
+R
+R DL
+RW
DVD-V
-RW(VR)
and DivX
Picture
RAM
-R
-R DL
-RW(V)
+R
+R DL
+RW
DVD-V
-RW(VR)
Set picture mode.
Normal: Default setting
Cinema: Mellows down movies, enhances detail in dark scenes.
DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)
RAM
-R
-R DL
-RW(V)
+R
+R DL
+RW
DVD-V
-RW(VR)
and DivX
“On” reduces noise and picture degradation.
Progressive*
1
(Progressive/24p*
2
)
Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the
type of material being played.
Auto1 (normal): Film and video contents are detected
automatically and converted properly.
Auto2: When using “Auto1” and video content is
distorted as shown below.
24p*
2
:
DVD-V
When this unit is connected to a TV supporting
1080/24p output via an HDMI cable, this unit displays each
frame at 1/24 second intervals – the frame interval originally
recorded in the film, thus faithfully reproducing the original
cinema image.
If the settings are changed, then the screen will darken for a
few seconds and then playback will start.
“AUTO 1” is set when you turn the unit off or open the disk tray.
*
1
: Only when you have selected “480p” or higher for “Component
Output Signal” (➔ 54) or “HDMI Resolution” (➔ 55)
*
2
: Only when you have selected “On” in “24p Output for DVD-Video”
in Setup menu (➔ 55)
Line-in NR (Only when IN1 or IN2 is selected)
Reduces video tape noise during recording. Depending on the video
signal, jittering may occur.
On: Noise reduction works for any video input.
Off: Noise reduction is off. Select when you want to record
input as is.
Audio Menu
RAM
-R
-R DL
-RW(V)
+R
+R DL
+RW
DVD-V
-RW(VR)
and DivX
V. Surround Sound (Dolby Digital with 2.0 or more
channels only)
RAM
-R
-R DL
-RW(V)
+R
+R DL
+RW
DVD-V
-RW(VR)
This function does not work for SAP recordings.
Enjoy a surround-sound effect if you are using 2 front speakers
(L/R) only.
Turn off if it causes distortion.
Natural / Emphasis / Off
Dialog Enhancer (Dolby Digital, 3-channel or more
only, including a center channel)
RAM
-R
-R DL
-RW(V)
+R
+R DL
+RW
DVD-V
-RW(VR)
and DivX
When “On”, the volume of the center channel is raised to make
dialogue easier to listen.
Other Menu
Signal meter
Allows you to check the strength of the digital broadcast signal.
Only the strength of the digital broadcast received through the
antenna is displayed accurately.
Position
Change where this menu screen appears on your TV.
•
•
•
Accessing the Management Menus
Preparation:
RAM
SD
Release protection (disc, cartridge, card
➔ 44).
Insert a disc or card.
•
•
to select the drive
(DVD or SD).
With the unit stopped
e
,
r
to select “Other Functions”,
then