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Picture and Display| D/A converter | 10 bit, 54MHz |
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| A/D converter | 10 bit, 54 MHz |
| Picture enhancement | Progressive scan |
Sound| D/A converter | 24 bit, 96 kHz |
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| A/D converter | 24 bit, 96 kHz |
Video Recording| Recording Media | DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R DL, HDD |
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| Recording system | PAL |
| Compression formats | MPEG2 |
Storage Media| Hard Disk Capacity | 160 GB |
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| HDD recording enhancements | Time Shift Buffer, Instant Replay, Pause Live TV |
| HDD video recording capacity | 180 hr |
Connectivity| Front / Side connections | Audio L/R in, CVBS in, i.LINK DV in (IEEE1394, 4-pin), USB 1.1 |
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| Rear Connections | SCART1 (CVBS, RGB out), RF antenna in / TV out, Analog audio Left/Right out, Composite video (CVBS) output, S-Video out, Component Video output, Digital coaxial out, SCART2 (CVBS in) |
Power| Power supply | 220-240V, 50Hz |
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| Power consumption | 30 W |
| Standby power consumption | 2.4 W |
Weight and Dimensions| Packaging dimensions | 561x120x413mm |
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| Product dimensions | 435x325x43mm |
| Product weight | 3.5 kg |
| Weight incl. Packaging | 5.2 kg |
Guidance on placing the unit for safe operation and ventilation.
Instructions for cleaning discs to prevent damage.
Precautions to avoid damage to the hard disk and data.
Warnings about environmental factors affecting the unit.
An overview of the DVD/HDD recorder's features and functionality.
Lists the items included with the recorder.
Explains DVD region code restrictions and compatibility.
Information regarding copyright infringement and misuse of equipment.
Guidelines for disposing of old products and packaging.
Highlights unique functionalities like Pause live TV, SAT Record, and i.Link.
Explains the STANDBY-ON, OPEN/CLOSE, PLAY/PAUSE, and RECORD buttons.
Describes the system display panel and coloured indicators.
Details the CAM, USB, and DV IN sockets located behind a flap.
Explains buttons like DISPLAY, PREV/NEXT, PLAY/PAUSE, and OK.
Explains buttons like RECORD, SETUP, HDD LIST, REPEAT, and SUBTITLE.
Covers numeric keypad, TIMER, STOP, DISC MENU, BACK, ZOOM, CLEAR, AUDIO, CAM, USB.
Instructions on how to insert batteries and operate the remote control.
How to connect antenna or cable TV signals for watching and recording.
Options for connecting the video output to a TV using SCART, S-Video, or CVBS.
Connecting via component video for progressive scan TV quality.
How to connect audio cables for sound output using audio or coaxial cables.
How to connect external receivers using SCART or antenna outputs.
How to connect a VCR for recording from video tapes.
How to connect both a VCR and a satellite receiver simultaneously.
Connecting camcorders via DV IN or VIDEO IN sockets.
The initial welcome screen, language selection for menus.
Selecting the country for auto channel tuning and the scan process.
Sorting, renaming channels, and configuring the NICAM sound system.
Setting the system date and time.
Explains the Time Shift Buffer feature for pausing live TV.
Instructions for watching live TV channels and using the Time Shift Buffer.
How to mark content in the Time Shift Buffer for recording.
Steps to pause and resume live TV broadcasts.
How to replay or fast forward live TV programmes.
Details on compatible recording media like HDD, DVD+R, DVD±RW.
Table listing supported disc types and their recording speeds.
Warning about copy-protected content that cannot be recorded.
How to set default recording quality, language, and other options.
Configuration options for recording quality, SAT Record, and language.
Settings for automatically dividing recordings into chapters.
Step-by-step guide to recording the currently viewed TV program.
How to record a specific portion of a TV program from the Time Shift Buffer.
Ability to playback recorded content or from other devices while recording.
How to play files (JPEG, MP3, DivX) from a USB storage device.
How to play content from devices connected via EXT1/EXT2 sockets.
How to play back recordings stored on the internal hard disk drive.
How to play discs inserted into the recorder.
How to switch back to watching live TV while the recorder is in playback mode.
Explanation of how timer recording works to schedule recordings automatically.
Step-by-step guide to setting up a timed recording.
Instructions for modifying or removing scheduled timer recordings.
General guide to recording from Satellite Receivers, Camcorders, VCRs, or DVD Players.
How to set up automatic recordings from a satellite receiver using its timer.
How to record footage from a DV camcorder via the DV IN socket.
Step-by-step process for copying recorded titles from HDD to a DVD.
Instructions for playing back recordings stored on the internal HDD.
How to play files (JPEG, MP3, DivX) from a USB storage device.
Lists the types of discs supported for recording and playback.
Steps to insert a disc and begin playback.
How to navigate and play content on a DVD video disc.
How to play content from a recordable DVD.
How to play MP3 and WMA audio files from a CD.
How to play Video CDs and Super Video CDs, including PBC mode.
How to play DivX movies from CD-R/RW or DVD±R/±RW.
How to display JPEG pictures from a disc as a slideshow.
How to create custom playlists for audio or picture discs.
How to navigate and select different content elements during playback.
How to select specific files to add to a playlist.
How to pause playback and engage slow-motion play.
How to fast forward or fast reverse playback.
How to set repeat playback modes for chapters, titles, or all content.
How to mark and repeat a specific section of playback.
How to select preferred audio and subtitle languages for DVDs.
How to view content from different camera angles on DVDs.
How to jump to a specific time point during playback.
How to resume playback from where it was last stopped.
Explains the content menu screens for HDD and DVD discs.
How to access menus for editing, erasing, protecting, or copying recordings.
Steps to access the options menu for HDD recordings.
Steps to access the options menu for disc recordings.
How to delete specific titles or all titles from the HDD or disc.
How to protect titles from accidental loss or editing.
How to change the automatically generated title names.
How to split a title into two separate titles.
How to erase specific scenes within a title.
Options for managing HDD titles, including genre assignment for searching.
How to assign genre groups to HDD titles for easier searching.
How to search and sort HDD titles by genre or display order.
How to create custom genre groups for organizing HDD titles.
How to access the main system setup menu.
Settings for disc playback, including language, aspect ratio, and resume mode.
Settings for recording quality, SAT Record, and language.
Settings for audio output, downmix, and night mode.
Settings for video output types like SCART RGB or YUV.
Settings for disc formatting, finalising, locking, and compatibility.
Settings for managing TV channels, manual tuning, and country settings.
System settings including menu language, clock, screen saver, and formatting.
Managing TV channel presets, including moving, renaming, and NICAM settings.
Options for manual channel tuning, frequency adjustment, and TV system selection.
Selecting the country for automatic channel tuning.
Process to re-install all TV channels on the recorder.
Options for formatting, finalising, locking, and making discs compatible with other players.
Options for naming discs and viewing current disc information.
Settings for audio/subtitle language, TV aspect ratio, and resume playback mode.
Settings for DivX VOD registration code and subtitle font selection.
Settings for audio downmix, digital output, and night mode for enhanced audio.
Settings for selecting video output type like SCART RGB or YUV.
System settings including menu language, clock, screen saver, and restoring defaults.
How to enable progressive scan for enhanced picture quality on compatible TVs.
Guidance on selecting appropriate discs for recording.
Information on DVD disc capacity and format differences.
Explanation of the DV (i.LINK) connection for camcorders.
Information on copying content from external sources, subject to copy protection.
Definition of titles and chapters on DVD discs.
Explanation of the disc finalisation process and its implications.
Overview of different recording quality levels and their duration.
Steps for resolving no power and non-functional remote control issues.
Troubleshooting steps for when there is no video output.
Steps to resolve issues with audio output.
Checking TV signal, fuzzy channels, and tray eject problems.
Common reasons and solutions for discs not playing and distorted sound.
Checks for DivX file encoding, TV colour standards, and disc condition.
DVD±R/±RW playback issues and TV reception interference.
Reasons for UNKNOWN DISC message and problems with copying protected content.
Troubleshooting issues with recordings not occurring as scheduled or failing.
Technical specifications for picture and display aspects.
Technical specifications for sound processing.
Specifications related to the video recording system and formats.
Specifications for supported video playback media and formats.
Specifications for supported audio playback media and formats.
Specifications for still picture playback.
Specifications of the storage media used for recording.
Specifications for the tuner and signal reception.
Details of the rear and front input/output connections.
Features related to ease of use, like timer enhancements.
Power supply, consumption, dimensions, and weight of the unit.
Describes the multifunction display and its various readouts like time, title, and channel.
Indicates when a timer recording is programmed or active.
Displays common error messages like REG ERR, UNKNOWN, FULL, NO DISC.
Shows the recorder's current status like STOP, BUSY, READING, OPEN, HELLO.
Definitions for terms like Analogue, Aspect ratio, Chapter, DivX, Dolby Digital, JPEG, MP3, MPEG, PCM, Region code, S-Video, Title.
Lists countries and their corresponding TV system standards and DVD regions.
Continues the list of countries and their TV system standards/DVD regions.
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