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General| Type | DVD Recorder |
|---|---|
| Video Format | MPEG-2 |
| Hard Drive Capacity | 160 GB |
| Video Playback Format | MPEG-2 |
| Recording Format | DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW |
| Audio Format | Dolby Digital |
| Input Connections | Composite, S-Video |
| Output Connections | Composite, S-Video, Component Video, SCART, Digital audio coaxial |
| DVD Playback Format | DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW |
| Disc Types | DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD |
| Audio Playback Format | Dolby Digital |
| Output Resolution | 1080i |
| Tuner | Analog |
Provides operational guidance for the DVD recorder.
Covers critical safety warnings, precautions, and essential operating guidelines.
Covers safety, power, placement, recording, and copyright considerations.
Explains how to edit recorded titles and create/edit playlists.
Introduces features like Title List, Chasing Playback, and Digital Services.
Details disc types, their compatibility, and recording capabilities.
Step-by-step guide for unpacking and connecting the DVD recorder.
Explains different video connection patterns for viewing pictures.
Guide to connecting audio cords for sound output to TV or amplifier.
Guides through the initial setup process for basic recorder adjustments.
Introduces System Menu, TOOLS menu, and sub-menus for recorder operations.
Overview of the EPG for viewing channel lists and setting recordings.
Details available recording modes and their respective recording times.
Step-by-step guide to manually setting timer recordings.
How to automatically record programs from connected equipment using timers.
Instructions for inserting discs and starting playback for various formats.
How to set up parental controls and lock the disc tray.
Details functions of buttons like Audio, Subtitle, Angle, and Surround.
How to adjust picture settings like Y NR, C NR, BNR, DVE, and Video Equalizer.
Introduces edit options for different disc types and VR mode.
Details on erasing titles, setting protection, renaming, and changing thumbnails.
How to manually insert chapter marks during playback or recording.
Overview of navigating and using the recorder's setup menus.
Instructions for manually setting the recorder's clock and date.
Guide to storing and organizing favourite TV or Radio channels.
How to lock channels and set age limits for restricted viewing.
Procedure for automatically scanning and storing available TV channels.
Covers Audio ATT, Audio DRC, Downmix, Digital Out, and Audio Filter settings.
Settings for direct recording from TV and automatic chapter creation.
Guide to setting parental control levels, geographic areas, and managing passwords.
Resetting settings to defaults or running the Easy Setup program.
Solutions for power, tuner, and TV reception problems.
Addressing issues like no picture, distorted pictures, or poor reception.
Resolving problems with playback distortion, low volume, noisy sound, and discs not playing.
Addressing problems with recording start, timer settings, and stopping recordings.
Solutions for remote control malfunctions and front panel display errors.
Interpreting self-diagnosis codes and corrective actions for malfunctions.
Technical specifications for system, inputs/outputs, power, and dimensions.
Identification and function of buttons and indicators on the front panel.
Detailed explanation of each button's function on the remote control.
Definitions for terms like Chapter, Dolby Digital, DTS, and various disc types.
List of digital TV channels and their transmitter frequencies by region.
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