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General| Type | DVD Recorder |
|---|---|
| Hard Drive Capacity | 160 GB |
| Video Format | MPEG-2 |
| Audio D/A Converter | 24-bit/192 kHz |
| Progressive Scan | Yes |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Output Resolution | 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i |
| Recording Format | DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW |
| Audio Format | Dolby Digital |
| Connectivity | Composite Video Output, S-Video Output, Component Video Output |
| Recordable Formats | DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW |
| Playback Formats | DVD-Video, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, JPEG |
| Connectors (Rear) | Composite Video Output, S-Video Output, Component Video Output |
| Connectors (Front) | Composite video |
| Connections | HDMI, Component video, S-Video, Composite video |
Guidelines to prevent fire, electric shock, and laser exposure.
Covers safe use, placement, and power.
Step-by-step guide to connecting cables and power.
Guides through initial recorder configuration.
Inserting, playing, and managing discs.
Overview of the program guide and common issues.
Explains recording modes, stereo, and unrecordable content.
How to play content and use playback controls.
Options for erasing, dividing, and managing titles and playlists.
Adjusting tuner, picture, and sound parameters.
Details on compatible disc types and their characteristics.
Step-by-step guide to connecting the DVD recorder.
Instructions for connecting aerial and set top box.
Guide to connecting video cables using different methods.
Guide to connecting audio cables for sound output.
Instructions for connecting the power cord.
Inserting batteries and aiming the remote.
Guides through initial recorder setup via on-screen prompts.
Steps for inserting discs into the recorder.
Navigating and playing recorded titles.
How to rename recorded titles.
Options for naming and protecting discs.
Explains the finalisation process for disc compatibility.
How to erase all contents and reformat a disc.
Overview of the program guide and its interface.
Solutions for common GUIDE Plus+ issues.
How to navigate and select programmes using the system.
How to find programmes using search functions.
How to configure personal viewing preferences.
Adjusting language, country, and other basic settings.
Setting the host channel for programme data reception.
Pre-recording checks and preparation.
Explains different quality/duration recording modes.
Methods for scheduling recordings.
Setting timer recordings using PlusCode numbers.
Settings for picture size and quality.
Managing scheduled recordings.
Recording from external devices with timer functions.
Using Synchro-Rec for timed external recordings.
Steps for playing HDD or DVD content.
Details on playback controls and functions.
Resuming playback and managing DVD restrictions.
Explains controls like Audio, Subtitle, and search functions.
Settings for noise reduction, sharpness, and video equalization.
Correcting audio delay for synchronization.
Viewing programmes while they are being recorded.
Viewing recorded content while recording.
How to find specific content using search methods.
How to play music and view photos from discs.
Notes and warnings before starting editing.
Table showing editing options for different disc types.
Options for erasing, protecting, and naming titles.
How to split a title into two.
How to create and manage playlists.
Step-by-step guide to creating playlists.
Rearranging the order of playlist titles.
Merging multiple playlist titles.
Precautions and general information before dubbing.
Explains high-speed, original, and mode conversion dubbing.
Step-by-step guide for dubbing one title.
How to dub multiple selected titles.
Connecting and setting up for DV dubbing.
Steps for selecting input and recording mode for DV dubbing.
How to record a whole DV tape with one button.
Selecting and editing scenes from DV tapes for recording.
Basic setup for tuner, clock, and channels.
Manually setting programme positions.
Adjusting channels, names, and PAY-TV/Canal Plus.
Changing the order of programme positions.
Setting the clock automatically or manually.
Adjusting picture size and colour settings.
Configuring video output for different TVs and signals.
Configuring signal types and pause mode.
Adjusting audio level and digital output signals.
Settings for various audio signal types and dynamic range.
Configuring bilingual recording and HQ modes.
Features for managing recording space and scheduling.
Configuring DVD playback limits and language.
Setting up and managing parental control passwords and levels.
Formatting discs and configuring one-touch dubbing.
Changing recorder mode and resetting settings to default.
Erasing HDD and rerunning the initial setup.
Solutions for common operational problems.
Issues with channel selection and distorted picture.
Problems with disc playback and starting playback.
Problems with recording start, timer settings, and power failures.
Problems with disc space, set top box connection, and Synchro-Rec.
Problems with auto-recording and dubbing.
Issues with abnormal operation and error messages.
Issues with disc tray opening and error indicators.
Interpreting service numbers for recorder malfunctions.
Details on laser, reception, and channel compatibility.
Technical specs for video, audio, and timer functions.
Specifications for various input/output jacks.
Explanation of the i.LINK standard and its features.
Data transfer speeds and recorder utilization of i.LINK.
Identification and function of remote control buttons.
Identification of buttons, displays, and indicators on the recorder.
Identification of all input and output jacks on the rear.
ISO 639 standard language codes for settings.
Alphabetical list of topics and their page numbers.
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