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Notes
• After pressing
z REC, it may take a short while to start
recording.
• You cannot change the recording mode while
recording or during recording pause.
• If there is a power failure, the programme you are
recording may be erased.
• You cannot watch a PAY-TV/Canal Plus programme
while recording another PAY-TV/Canal Plus
programme.
programme.
• To use the TV Direct Rec function, you must first set
the recorder’s clock correctly.
Using the Quick Timer function
You can set the recorder to record in 30-minute
increments.
increments.
Press
z REC repeatedly to set the duration.
Each press advances the time in 30-minute
increments. The maximum duration is six hours.
increments. The maximum duration is six hours.
The time counter decreases minute by minute to
0:00, then the recorder stops recording (power
does not turn off). Even if you turn off the recorder
during recording, the recorder continues to record
until the time counter runs out.
Note that the Quick Timer function does not work
if “TV Direct Rec” is set to “On” in Features Setup
(page 91).
0:00, then the recorder stops recording (power
does not turn off). Even if you turn off the recorder
during recording, the recorder continues to record
until the time counter runs out.
Note that the Quick Timer function does not work
if “TV Direct Rec” is set to “On” in Features Setup
(page 91).
To cancel the Quick Timer
Press
Press
z REC repeatedly until the counter appears
in the front panel display. The recorder returns to
normal recording mode.
normal recording mode.
Adjusting the recording picture
quality and size
quality and size
You can adjust the recording picture quality and
picture size.
picture size.
1
Before recording starts, press TOOLS and
select “Rec Settings.” Then press ENTER.
select “Rec Settings.” Then press ENTER.
2
Select the item you want to adjust, and
press ENTER.
The adjustment display appears.
press ENTER.
The adjustment display appears.
Example: Rec NR
“Rec Mode”: Selects the recording mode for
the desired recording time and picture quality.
For more information, see “Recording mode”
(page 41).
the desired recording time and picture quality.
For more information, see “Recording mode”
(page 41).
“DVD Rec. Picture Size”: Sets the picture size
of the programme to be recorded.
• 4:3 (default): Sets the picture size to 4:3.
• 16:9: Sets the picture size to 16:9 (wide
of the programme to be recorded.
• 4:3 (default): Sets the picture size to 4:3.
• 16:9: Sets the picture size to 16:9 (wide
mode).
0:30
1:00
5:30
6:00
(normal
recording)
recording)
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ENTER
ENTER
TOOLS
DISPLAY
Rec. Settings
Select the item you want to change.
Rec Mode :
DVD Rec. Picture Size :
Rec NR :
Rec Video Equalizer
SP
4 : 3
Off
Off
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Rec NR
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This function works with DVD-Rs and DVD-
RWs (Video mode) when the recording mode
is set to HQ, HSP, or SP. For all other
recording modes, the screen size is fixed at
“4:3.”
For DVD-RWs (VR mode), the actual picture
size is recorded regardless of the setting. For
example, if a 16:9 size picture is received, the
disc records the picture as 16:9 even if “DVD
Rec. Picture Size” is set to “4:3.”
For DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, the screen size is
fixed at “4:3.”
RWs (Video mode) when the recording mode
is set to HQ, HSP, or SP. For all other
recording modes, the screen size is fixed at
“4:3.”
For DVD-RWs (VR mode), the actual picture
size is recorded regardless of the setting. For
example, if a 16:9 size picture is received, the
disc records the picture as 16:9 even if “DVD
Rec. Picture Size” is set to “4:3.”
For DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, the screen size is
fixed at “4:3.”
“Rec NR” (noise reduction): Reduces noise
contained in the video signal.
contained in the video signal.
“Rec Video Equalizer”: Adjusts the picture in
greater detail.
Press
greater detail.
Press
M/m to select the item you want to
adjust, then press ENTER.
• Contrast: Changes the contrast.
• Brightness: Changes the overall brightness.
• Colour: Makes the colours deeper or lighter.
• Contrast: Changes the contrast.
• Brightness: Changes the overall brightness.
• Colour: Makes the colours deeper or lighter.
3
Adjust the setting using
</M/m/,,
and press ENTER.
The default setting is underlined.
“Rec NR”: (weak) Off 1 ~ 3 (strong)
“Rec Video Equalizer”:
• Contrast: (weak) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (strong)
• Brightness: (dark) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (bright)
• Colour: (light) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (deep)
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust any other items.
“Rec NR”: (weak) Off 1 ~ 3 (strong)
“Rec Video Equalizer”:
• Contrast: (weak) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (strong)
• Brightness: (dark) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (bright)
• Colour: (light) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (deep)
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust any other items.
Notes
• If one programme contains two picture sizes, the
selected size is recorded. However, if the 16:9 signal
cannot be recorded as 16:9, it is recorded as 4:3.
cannot be recorded as 16:9, it is recorded as 4:3.
• When playing a 16:9 size picture recorded as 4:3, the
image is fixed to 4:3 letter box regardless of the setting
in “TV Type” of Video Setup (page 87).
in “TV Type” of Video Setup (page 87).
• Remnants of images may appear on your screen when
using “Rec NR.”
• “Rec Video Equalizer” does not affect the input of the
DV IN jack and does not work with RGB signals
(RDR-GX700 only).
(RDR-GX700 only).
Checking the disc status while
recording
recording
You can check the recording information such as
recording time or disc type.
recording time or disc type.
Press DISPLAY twice during recording.
The recording information appears.
The recording information appears.
A Disc type/format
B Recording status
C Recording mode
D Recording time
B Recording status
C Recording mode
D Recording time
Press DISPLAY to turn off the display.
Creating chapters in a title
The recorder will automatically divide a recording
(a title) into chapters by inserting chapter marks at
6 or 15-minute intervals during recording. Select
the interval, “6Min” (default) or “15Min” in
“Auto Chapter” of Features Setup (page 91).
(a title) into chapters by inserting chapter marks at
6 or 15-minute intervals during recording. Select
the interval, “6Min” (default) or “15Min” in
“Auto Chapter” of Features Setup (page 91).
z Hint
You can create chapters manually when playing DVD-
RWs (VR mode). For details, see page 66.
You can create chapters manually when playing DVD-
RWs (VR mode). For details, see page 66.
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Recording From Connected
Equipment With a Timer
(Synchro Rec)
Equipment With a Timer
(Synchro Rec)
You can set the recorder to automatically record
programmes from connected equipment that has a
timer function (such as a satellite tuner). Connect
the equipment to the LINE 3/DECODER jack of
the recorder (page 28).
When the connected equipment turns on, the
recorder starts recording a programme from the
LINE 3/DECODER jack.
programmes from connected equipment that has a
timer function (such as a satellite tuner). Connect
the equipment to the LINE 3/DECODER jack of
the recorder (page 28).
When the connected equipment turns on, the
recorder starts recording a programme from the
LINE 3/DECODER jack.
1
Insert a recordable disc.
2
Press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select
“L3.”
“L3.”
3
Select the line input audio when recording
a bilingual programme.
Press TOOLS to display the TOOLS menu.
Select “Line Audio Input” and press ENTER.
Select “Bilingual” and press ENTER.
a bilingual programme.
Press TOOLS to display the TOOLS menu.
Select “Line Audio Input” and press ENTER.
Select “Bilingual” and press ENTER.
4
Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the
recording mode, HQ, HSP, SP, LP, EP, or
SLP.
recording mode, HQ, HSP, SP, LP, EP, or
SLP.
5
Set the timer on the connected equipment
to the time of the programme you want to
record, and turn it off.
to the time of the programme you want to
record, and turn it off.
6
Press SYNCHRO REC.
The SYNCHRO REC indicator lights up on
the front panel. The recorder is ready to start
Synchro-Recording.
The recorder automatically starts recording
when it receives an input signal from the
connected equipment. The recorder stops
recording when the connected equipment
turns off.
The SYNCHRO REC indicator lights up on
the front panel. The recorder is ready to start
Synchro-Recording.
The recorder automatically starts recording
when it receives an input signal from the
connected equipment. The recorder stops
recording when the connected equipment
turns off.
To stop recording
Press
Press
x REC STOP or SYNCHRO REC.
To cancel Synchro Rec
Press SYNCHRO REC. The SYNCHRO REC
indicator on the recorder turns off.
Press SYNCHRO REC. The SYNCHRO REC
indicator on the recorder turns off.
Notes
• The recorder starts recording only after detecting the
video signal from the connected equipment. The
beginning of the programme may not be recorded
regardless of whether or not the recorder’s power is on
or off.
beginning of the programme may not be recorded
regardless of whether or not the recorder’s power is on
or off.
• During Synchro-Recording, other operations such as
normal recording cannot be done.
• To use the connected equipment while the recorder is
standing by for Synchro-Recording, cancel Synchro-
Recording by pressing SYNCHRO REC. Be sure to
turn off the connected equipment and press
SYNCHRO REC to reset Synchro-Recording before
the timer recording starts.
Recording by pressing SYNCHRO REC. Be sure to
turn off the connected equipment and press
SYNCHRO REC to reset Synchro-Recording before
the timer recording starts.
• The Synchro Rec function does not work when “Line3
Input” of Video Setup is set to “Decoder” (page 89).
• The Synchro Rec function does not work with some
tuners. For details, see the tuner’s operating
instructions.
instructions.
• While the recorder is standing by for Synchro-
Recording, the Auto Clock Set function (page 86) does
not work.
not work.
• To use the Synchro Rec function, you must first set the
recorder’s clock correctly.
If the timer settings of a Synchro-Recording
and another timer recording overlap
Regardless of whether or not the programme is a
Synchro Rec programme, the programme that
starts first has priority and the second programme
starts recording only after the first programme has
finished.
and another timer recording overlap
Regardless of whether or not the programme is a
Synchro Rec programme, the programme that
starts first has priority and the second programme
starts recording only after the first programme has
finished.
-RW
VR
-RW
Video
+
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-
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+
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REC MODE
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ENTER
ENTER
x REC STOP
TOOLS
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SYNCHRO REC
7:00
8:00
9:00
10:00
First programme
Second programme
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Recording From Connected
Equipment Without a Timer
Equipment Without a Timer
You can record from a connected VCR or similar
device. To connect a VCR or similar device, see
“Connecting a VCR or Similar Device” (page 26).
For RDR-GX700, use the DV IN jack on the front
panel if the equipment has a DV output jack
(i.LINK jack).
device. To connect a VCR or similar device, see
“Connecting a VCR or Similar Device” (page 26).
For RDR-GX700, use the DV IN jack on the front
panel if the equipment has a DV output jack
(i.LINK jack).
1
Insert a recordable disc.
2
Press INPUT SELECT to select an input
source according to the connection you
made.
The front panel display changes as follows:
source according to the connection you
made.
The front panel display changes as follows:
* RDR-GX700 only
3
Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the
recording mode.
The recording mode changes as follows:
recording mode.
The recording mode changes as follows:
4
Press TOOLS and select “Line Audio
Input.” Then press ENTER.
“Bilingual”: Records the two different sound
tracks on DVD-RWs (VR mode). You can
select either sound track when playing back
the disc.
“Stereo” (default): Records stereo sound only.
Select this for discs other than DVD-RWs
(VR mode).
Input.” Then press ENTER.
“Bilingual”: Records the two different sound
tracks on DVD-RWs (VR mode). You can
select either sound track when playing back
the disc.
“Stereo” (default): Records stereo sound only.
Select this for discs other than DVD-RWs
(VR mode).
5
Press
X REC PAUSE to set this recorder to
record pause.
6
Insert the source tape into the connected
equipment and set to playback pause.
equipment and set to playback pause.
7
At the same time, press
X REC PAUSE on
this recorder and the pause or play button
on the connected equipment.
Recording starts.
To stop recording, press
on the connected equipment.
Recording starts.
To stop recording, press
x REC STOP on this
recorder.
If you connect a digital video camera with a DV
IN jack (RDR-GX700 only)
See “DV Dubbing (RDR-GX700 only)” (page 70)
for an explanation of how to record from the DV
IN jack.
IN jack (RDR-GX700 only)
See “DV Dubbing (RDR-GX700 only)” (page 70)
for an explanation of how to record from the DV
IN jack.
z Hint
You can adjust the settings for the recording picture
before recording. See “Adjusting the recording picture
quality and size” (page 48).
You can adjust the settings for the recording picture
before recording. See “Adjusting the recording picture
quality and size” (page 48).
Notes
• When recording a video game image, the screen may
not be clear.
• Any programme that contains a Copy-Never copy
guard signal cannot be recorded. The recorder
continues to record, but a blank screen will be recorded.
continues to record, but a blank screen will be recorded.
-RW
VR
-RW
Video
+
RW
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+
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TOOLS
M/m, ENTER
X REC
PAUSE
PAUSE
x REC
STOP
STOP
REC MODE
INPUT
SELECT
SELECT
L2
L1
L4
L3
DV
programme
position
position
*
HQ
SP
LP
EP
HSP
SLP
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Playback
Playing
1
Press
Z (open/close), and place a disc on
the disc tray.
2
Press
Z (open/close) to close the disc
tray.
If you inserted a DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD,
CD, or DATA CD, press
If you inserted a DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD,
CD, or DATA CD, press
H. Playback starts.
3
Press TITLE LIST.
For details about the Title List, see “Using the
Title List” (page 33).
For details about the Title List, see “Using the
Title List” (page 33).
Example: DVD-RW (VR mode)
4
Select the title, and press ENTER.
The sub-menu appears.
The sub-menu appears.
5
Select “Play,” and press ENTER.
Playback starts from the selected title on the
disc.
Playback starts from the selected title on the
disc.
To use the DVD’s Menu
When you play a DVD VIDEO, or a finalized
DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or
DVD-R, you can display the disc’s menu by
pressing TOP MENU or MENU.
When you play a DVD VIDEO, or a finalized
DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or
DVD-R, you can display the disc’s menu by
pressing TOP MENU or MENU.
To play VIDEO CDs with PBC functions
PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play
VIDEO CDs interactively using the menu on your
TV screen.
When you start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC
functions, the menu appears.
Select an item using the number buttons and press
ENTER. Then, follow the instructions in the menu
(press
PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play
VIDEO CDs interactively using the menu on your
TV screen.
When you start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC
functions, the menu appears.
Select an item using the number buttons and press
ENTER. Then, follow the instructions in the menu
(press
H
when “Press SELECT” appears).
The PBC function of Super VCDs does not work
with this recorder. Super VCDs are played in
continuous play mode only.
with this recorder. Super VCDs are played in
continuous play mode only.
To stop playback
Press
Press
x
.
To resume playback from the point where you
stopped the disc (Resume Play)
When you press
stopped the disc (Resume Play)
When you press
H again after you stop the disc,
the recorder resumes playback from the point
where you pressed
where you pressed
x
.
To start from the beginning, press TOOLS, select
“Play Beginning” and press ENTER. Playback
starts from the beginning of the title/track/scene.
“Play Beginning” and press ENTER. Playback
starts from the beginning of the title/track/scene.
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DVD
VCD
CD
DATA CD
-RW
VR
-RW
Video
+
RW
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TITLE LIST
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ENTER
ENTER
TOOLS
H
TOP MENU
m/M
x
MENU
X
"/1
Z
Number
buttons, SET
buttons, SET
O RETURN
With the playback side facing down
1 AAB 13:00-14:00
2 DEF 20:00-21:00
3 AAB 9:00- 9:30
4 GHI 20:00-20:30
5 DEF 20:00-20:30
6 L3 21:00-21:30
7 L3 21:00-21:30
8 GHI 10:00-10:30
15. 9
17. 9
25. 9
25. 9
15.10
19.10
26.10
28.10
Wed
Fri
Sat
Sat
Fri
Tue
Tue
Thu
Sort
1.5/4.7GB
My Movies
TITLE LIST
ORIGINAL
Date
Title
Number
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The point where you stopped playing is cleared
when:
– you open the disc tray.
– you play another title.
– you switch the Title List menu to Original or
when:
– you open the disc tray.
– you play another title.
– you switch the Title List menu to Original or
Playlist (DVD-RW in VR mode only).
– you edit the title after stopping playback.
– you change the settings on the recorder.
– you turn off the recorder (VIDEO CD/CD/
– you change the settings on the recorder.
– you turn off the recorder (VIDEO CD/CD/
DATA CD only).
– you make a recording (except for DVD-RWs in
VR mode).
To play restricted DVDs (Parental Control)
If you play a restricted DVD, the message “Do
you want temporarily change parental control to
*?” appears on your TV screen.
If you play a restricted DVD, the message “Do
you want temporarily change parental control to
*?” appears on your TV screen.
1
Select “OK” and press ENTER.
The display for entering your password
appears.
The display for entering your password
appears.
2
Enter your four-digit password using the
number buttons.
number buttons.
3
Press ENTER to select “OK.”
The recorder starts playback.
The recorder starts playback.
To register or change the password, see “Parental
Control (DVD VIDEO only)” (page 93).
Control (DVD VIDEO only)” (page 93).
To lock the disc tray (Child Lock)
You can lock the disc tray to prevent children from
ejecting the disc.
When the recorder is in standby mode, press
O RETURN, ENTER, and then {/1 on the
remote.
The recorder turns on and “LOCKED” appears in
the front panel display. The
You can lock the disc tray to prevent children from
ejecting the disc.
When the recorder is in standby mode, press
O RETURN, ENTER, and then {/1 on the
remote.
The recorder turns on and “LOCKED” appears in
the front panel display. The
Z (open/close) button
does not work while the Child Lock is set.
To unlock the disc tray, press
O RETURN,
ENTER, and then
{/1 on the remote again when
the recorder is in standby mode.
One Touch Play
If you use the SMARTLINK connection, you can
easily start playing.
When the TV is turned on or in standby mode,
insert a disc and press
If you use the SMARTLINK connection, you can
easily start playing.
When the TV is turned on or in standby mode,
insert a disc and press
H. The recorder
automatically turns on and the TV’s input is
switched to the recorder. Playback starts
automatically.
switched to the recorder. Playback starts
automatically.
One Touch Menu
If you use the SMARTLINK connection, you can
easily display the Title List.
When the TV is turned on or in standby mode,
insert a disc and press TITLE LIST. The recorder
automatically turns on and the TV’s input is
switched to the recorder. The Title List menu
appears.
If you use the SMARTLINK connection, you can
easily display the Title List.
When the TV is turned on or in standby mode,
insert a disc and press TITLE LIST. The recorder
automatically turns on and the TV’s input is
switched to the recorder. The Title List menu
appears.
z Hints
• You can also use the
• You can also use the
H button in step 4 (page 52) to
start playback.
• Even if a timer recording starts during playback,
neither the recording nor playback will stop (page 58).
• Even if you select “Factory Setup” in Options Setup
(page 95), the Child Lock remains set.
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Playback options
Buttons
Operations
Discs
Z (open/close)
Stops play and opens the disc tray.
All discs
(audio)
Selects one of the audio tracks recorded on the disc
when pressed repeatedly.
when pressed repeatedly.
: Selects the language.
: Selects the main or sub sound.
: Selects stereo or monaural
audio tracks.
(subtitle)
Selects a subtitle language when pressed repeatedly.
(angle)
Selects an angle when pressed repeatedly.
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are
recorded on the disc, “
If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are
recorded on the disc, “
” appears in the front panel
display.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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DVD
-RW
VR
CD
VCD
DATA CD
-RW
VR
DVD
VCD
CD
DATA CD
DVD
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To resume normal playback, press
H.
SUR (surround)
Selects one of the TVS effects when pressed
repeatedly.
TVS* (TV Virtual Surround) lets you enjoy virtual
surround sound effects created from the front left and
right speakers. The selected setting is displayed in the
front panel display for a few seconds.
“TVS OFF”: No surround effect
“TVS DYNAMIC”: Creates one set of virtual rear
speakers.
“TVS WIDE”: Creates five sets of virtual rear
speakers.
“TVS NIGHT”: Creates five sets of virtual rear
speakers. Effective at low volume.
“TVS STANDARD”: Creates three sets of virtual rear
speakers. Effective when you use two separate front
speakers.
repeatedly.
TVS* (TV Virtual Surround) lets you enjoy virtual
surround sound effects created from the front left and
right speakers. The selected setting is displayed in the
front panel display for a few seconds.
“TVS OFF”: No surround effect
“TVS DYNAMIC”: Creates one set of virtual rear
speakers.
“TVS WIDE”: Creates five sets of virtual rear
speakers.
“TVS NIGHT”: Creates five sets of virtual rear
speakers. Effective at low volume.
“TVS STANDARD”: Creates three sets of virtual rear
speakers. Effective when you use two separate front
speakers.
* TVS was developed
by Sony to produce
home surround sound
with just a stereo TV.
This works with
multichannel Dolby
Digital and MPEG
soundtracks.
home surround sound
with just a stereo TV.
This works with
multichannel Dolby
Digital and MPEG
soundtracks.
PROGRESSIVE
Switches the type of video output signal to interlace or
progressive format (page 16).
progressive format (page 16).
/
(instant
replay/instant
advance)
advance)
Replays the scene/briefly fast forwards the scene.
. (previous)/
> (next)
Goes to the beginning of the previous/next title/
chapter/scene/track.
chapter/scene/track.
All discs
(fast reverse/fast
forward)
forward)
Fast reverses/fast forwards the disc when pressed
during playback.
Search speed changes as follows:
during playback.
Search speed changes as follows:
fast reverse
fast forward
FR1
T t FF1
FR2
T T t t FF2
FR3*
T T T t t t FF3*
When you press and hold the button, fast forward/fast
reverse continues at the selected speed until you
release the button.
reverse continues at the selected speed until you
release the button.
All discs
* FR3 and FF3 are only
available for DVDs.
(slow, freeze frame)
Plays in slow motion when pressed for more than one
second in pause mode.
Plays one frame at a time when pressed briefly in
pause mode.
second in pause mode.
Plays one frame at a time when pressed briefly in
pause mode.
* Playback direction
only
X (pause)
Pauses playback.
All discs
Buttons
Operations
Discs
DVD
-RW
VR
-RW
Video
+
RW
-
R
+
R
VCD
DVD
-RW
VR
-RW
Video
+
RW
-
R
+
R
DVD
-RW
VR
-RW
Video
+
RW
-
R
+
R
VCD
DVD
*
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Notes
• To enjoy the TVS function, set “Digital Output” to
“On” and “Dolby Digital” to “D-PCM” in Audio
Setup.
Setup.
• When the playback signal does not contain a signal for
the rear speakers, the surround effects will be difficult
to hear.
to hear.
• When you select one of the surround modes, turn off
the surround settings of the connected TV or amplifier
(receiver).
(receiver).
• Make sure that your listening position is between and
at an equal distance from your speakers, and that the
speakers are located in similar surroundings.
speakers are located in similar surroundings.
• The TVS function cannot be used with discs recorded
on this recorder. Angles and subtitles also cannot be
changed.
changed.
• When you use the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack to
listen to MPEG audio signals and set “MPEG” to
“MPEG” in Audio Setup, no sound will come from
your speakers if you select one of the TVS modes.
“MPEG” in Audio Setup, no sound will come from
your speakers if you select one of the TVS modes.
Notes on playing DTS sound tracks on a CD
• When playing DTS-encoded CDs, excessive noise will
be heard from the analogue stereo jacks. To avoid
possible damage to the audio system, the consumer
should take proper precautions when the analogue
stereo jacks of the recorder are connected to an
amplification system. To enjoy DTS Digital
Surround™ playback, an external 5.1-channel decoder
system must be connected to the digital jack of the
recorder.
possible damage to the audio system, the consumer
should take proper precautions when the analogue
stereo jacks of the recorder are connected to an
amplification system. To enjoy DTS Digital
Surround™ playback, an external 5.1-channel decoder
system must be connected to the digital jack of the
recorder.
• Set the sound to “Stereo” using the
(audio)
button when you play DTS sound tracks on a CD
(page 54).
(page 54).
Notes on playing DVDs with a DTS sound track
DTS audio signals are output only through the DIGITAL
OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack.
When you play a DVD with DTS sound tracks, set
“DTS” to “On” in Audio Setup (page 90).
OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack.
When you play a DVD with DTS sound tracks, set
“DTS” to “On” in Audio Setup (page 90).
Adjusting the picture quality
1
Press TOOLS during playback.
The TOOLS menu appears.
The TOOLS menu appears.
2
Select “Video Settings,” and press
ENTER.
ENTER.
3
Select an item, and press ENTER.
The adjustment display appears.
“Y NR” (luminance noise reduction):
Reduces noise contained in the luminance
element of the video signal.
“C NR” (chroma noise reduction): Reduces
noise contained in the colour element of the
video signal.
“BNR” (block noise reduction): Reduces
“block noise” or mosaic like patterns in the
picture.
“DVE” (digital video enhancer): Sharpens the
outlines of the images.
“PB Video Equalizer” (Playback video
equalizer): Adjusts the picture in greater
detail.
Select an item and press ENTER.
• Contrast: changes the contrast.
• Brightness: changes the overall brightness.
• Colour: makes the colours deeper or lighter.
• Hue: changes the colour balance.
The adjustment display appears.
“Y NR” (luminance noise reduction):
Reduces noise contained in the luminance
element of the video signal.
“C NR” (chroma noise reduction): Reduces
noise contained in the colour element of the
video signal.
“BNR” (block noise reduction): Reduces
“block noise” or mosaic like patterns in the
picture.
“DVE” (digital video enhancer): Sharpens the
outlines of the images.
“PB Video Equalizer” (Playback video
equalizer): Adjusts the picture in greater
detail.
Select an item and press ENTER.
• Contrast: changes the contrast.
• Brightness: changes the overall brightness.
• Colour: makes the colours deeper or lighter.
• Hue: changes the colour balance.
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press ENTER.
The default settings are underlined.
The default settings are underlined.
“
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: (weak) Off 1 2 3 (strong)
“
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: (weak) Off 1 2 3 (strong)
“
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*: (weak) Off 1 2 3 (strong)
“
PB Video Equalizer
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• Contrast: (weak) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (strong)
• Brightness: (dark) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (bright)
• Colour: (light) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (deep)
• Hue: (red) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (green)
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust any other items.
• Brightness: (dark) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (bright)
• Colour: (light) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (deep)
• Hue: (red) –3 ~ 0 ~ 3 (green)
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust any other items.
* “1” softens the outlines of the images. “2”
enhances the outlines and “3” enhances them more
than “2.”
than “2.”
Notes
• If the outlines of the images on your screen become
blurred, set “BNR” to “Off.”
• Depending on the disc or the scene being played, the
above BNR, Y NR, or C NR effects may be hard to
discern. And, these functions may not work with some
screen sizes.
discern. And, these functions may not work with some
screen sizes.
• When playing a disc recorded in SLP recording mode,
the BNR setting may have little effect.
• When using the DVE function, noise found in the disc
may become more apparent. In this case, it is
recommended that you use the BNR function with the
DVE function. If the condition still does not improve,
set the DVE level to “1” or “Off.”
recommended that you use the BNR function with the
DVE function. If the condition still does not improve,
set the DVE level to “1” or “Off.”
Adjusting the sound quality
1
Press TOOLS during playback.
The TOOLS menu appears.
The TOOLS menu appears.
2
Select “Audio Settings,” and press
ENTER.
ENTER.
3
Select an item, and press ENTER.
“Surround (TVS)” (DVD VIDEO only):
Selects one of the surround modes. For more
information, see “Playback options”
(page 54).
“Surround (TVS)” (DVD VIDEO only):
Selects one of the surround modes. For more
information, see “Playback options”
(page 54).
“Audio Filter” (all discs): Selects the digital
filter to reduce noise above 22.05 kHz (Fs* is
44.1 kHz), 24 kHz (Fs is 48 kHz), or 48 kHz
(Fs is above 96 kHz).
• Sharp (default): Provides a wide frequency
filter to reduce noise above 22.05 kHz (Fs* is
44.1 kHz), 24 kHz (Fs is 48 kHz), or 48 kHz
(Fs is above 96 kHz).
• Sharp (default): Provides a wide frequency
range and spatial feeling.
• Slow: Provides smooth and warm sound.
* Sampling frequency of audio source. This
function only adjusts the output signals from the
LINE 1 - TV, LINE 3/DECODER, or LINE 2
OUT (AUDIO L/R).
LINE 1 - TV, LINE 3/DECODER, or LINE 2
OUT (AUDIO L/R).
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and press ENTER.
Note
There may be little effect by changing the Audio Filter
depending on the disc or playback environment.
depending on the disc or playback environment.
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Chasing Playback/
Simultaneous Rec and Play
Simultaneous Rec and Play
“Chasing playback” allows you to view the
beginning of a programme while it is being
recorded.
“Simultaneous Rec and Play” allows you to view
a previously recorded programme while recording
another on the same disc.
beginning of a programme while it is being
recorded.
“Simultaneous Rec and Play” allows you to view
a previously recorded programme while recording
another on the same disc.
Playing from the beginning of the
programme you are recording
programme you are recording
You can view the recorded part of a programme
while the recording is being made. You do not
need to wait until the recording finishes.
while the recording is being made. You do not
need to wait until the recording finishes.
1
Press TOOLS while recording.
The TOOLS menu appears.
The TOOLS menu appears.
2
Select “Chasing Playback,” and press
ENTER.
Playback starts from the beginning of the
programme you are recording.
When you fast forward to the point that you
are recording, Chasing Playback returns to
normal playback.
ENTER.
Playback starts from the beginning of the
programme you are recording.
When you fast forward to the point that you
are recording, Chasing Playback returns to
normal playback.
Notes
• This function does not work when recording:
– on a 1x-speed DVD-RW.
– in the HQ or HSP recording mode.
– in the HQ or HSP recording mode.
• The picture on your TV screen freezes for a few
seconds when you fast forward/fast reverse or instant
replay/advance the recording.
replay/advance the recording.
Playing a previous recording while
making another
making another
You can play a previously recorded programme
while recording another on the same disc.
Playback continues even if the recording is a timer
recording.
while recording another on the same disc.
Playback continues even if the recording is a timer
recording.
1
While recording, press TITLE LIST.
The Title List menu appears.
The Title List menu appears.
2
Select the title you want to play, and press
ENTER.
The sub-menu appears.
ENTER.
The sub-menu appears.
3
Select “Play,” and press ENTER.
Playback starts from the selected title.
Playback starts from the selected title.
Notes
• This function does not work when recording:
– on a 1x-speed DVD-RW.
– in the HQ or HSP recording mode.
– in the HQ or HSP recording mode.
• The picture on your TV screen freezes for a few
seconds when you fast-forward/fast-reverse or instant
replay/advance the recording.
replay/advance the recording.
• When playing a title recorded in the HQ or HSP
recording mode, picture noise may appear depending
upon the condition of the recording.
upon the condition of the recording.
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Searching for a Title/
Chapter/Track, etc.
Chapter/Track, etc.
You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and
VIDEO CD/CD/DATA-CD by track or scene. As
titles and tracks are assigned individual numbers
on the disc, select the title or track by entering its
number. You can also search for a scene using the
time code.
VIDEO CD/CD/DATA-CD by track or scene. As
titles and tracks are assigned individual numbers
on the disc, select the title or track by entering its
number. You can also search for a scene using the
time code.
1
Press TOOLS during playback.
The TOOLS menu appears.
The TOOLS menu appears.
2
Select a search method, and press ENTER.
“Title Search” (for DVDs)
“Chapter Search” (for DVDs)
“Track Search” (for CDs/DATA CDs)
“Search” (for VIDEO CDs)
“Album Search” (for DATA CDs)
“Time Search” (for DVDs): Searches for a
starting point by entering the time code.
“Title Search” (for DVDs)
“Chapter Search” (for DVDs)
“Track Search” (for CDs/DATA CDs)
“Search” (for VIDEO CDs)
“Album Search” (for DATA CDs)
“Time Search” (for DVDs): Searches for a
starting point by entering the time code.
The display for entering the number appears.
Example: Title Search
Example: Title Search
The number in parentheses indicates the total
number of titles, tracks, etc.
number of titles, tracks, etc.
3
Press the number buttons to select the
number of the title, chapter, track, time
code, etc., you want.
For example: Time Search
To find a scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20
seconds, enter “21020.”
If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to
cancel the number, then select another
number.
number of the title, chapter, track, time
code, etc., you want.
For example: Time Search
To find a scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20
seconds, enter “21020.”
If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to
cancel the number, then select another
number.
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Press SET.
The recorder starts playback from the selected
number.
The recorder starts playback from the selected
number.
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Playing MP3 Audio Tracks
You can play MP3 audio tracks on DATA CDs
(CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs).
(CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs).
1
Insert a DATA CD on the disc tray.
2
Press
H
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Playback starts from the first MP3 audio
tracks on the disc. Note that the playback
order may be different from the edited order.
See “Playback order of MP3 audio tracks”
below.
tracks on the disc. Note that the playback
order may be different from the edited order.
See “Playback order of MP3 audio tracks”
below.
About MP3 audio tracks
MP3 is audio compression technology that
satisfies certain ISO/MPEG regulations.
You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-
Rs/CD-RWs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio
Layer 3) format. However, the discs must be
recorded according to ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2
or Joliet format for the recorder to recognize the
tracks. You can also play discs recorded in Multi
Session.
See the instructions supplied with the CD-R/CD-
RW drives and the recording software (not
supplied) for details on the recording format.
satisfies certain ISO/MPEG regulations.
You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-
Rs/CD-RWs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio
Layer 3) format. However, the discs must be
recorded according to ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2
or Joliet format for the recorder to recognize the
tracks. You can also play discs recorded in Multi
Session.
See the instructions supplied with the CD-R/CD-
RW drives and the recording software (not
supplied) for details on the recording format.
Note on Multi Session discs
If MP3 audio tracks are recorded in the first
session, the recorder will also play MP3 audio
tracks in other sessions. If audio tracks in Music
CD format are recorded in the first session, only
the first session will be played back.
If MP3 audio tracks are recorded in the first
session, the recorder will also play MP3 audio
tracks in other sessions. If audio tracks in Music
CD format are recorded in the first session, only
the first session will be played back.
Playback order of MP3 audio tracks
Albums containing MP3 audio tracks play in the
following order.
A t B t C t D t F t G. Albums that
do not contain tracks (such as album
Albums containing MP3 audio tracks play in the
following order.
A t B t C t D t F t G. Albums that
do not contain tracks (such as album
E) are
skipped.
When you insert a DATA CD and press
H, the numbered tracks are played sequentially,
from
H, the numbered tracks are played sequentially,
from
1 through 7. Any sub-albums/tracks
contained within a currently selected album take
priority over the next album in the same tree.
(Example:
priority over the next album in the same tree.
(Example:
C contains D so 4 is played before
5.)
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• You can view the disc information while playing MP3
• You can view the disc information while playing MP3
audio tracks (page 39).
• If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the
track names when you store the tracks in a disc, the
tracks will be played in that order.
tracks will be played in that order.
• Since a disc with many trees takes longer to start
playback, it is recommended that you create albums
with no more than two trees.
with no more than two trees.
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• Depending on the software you use to create the DATA
CD, the playback order may differ from the above
illustration.
illustration.
• Proceeding to the next or another album may take some
time.
• The recorder may not be able to play some DATA CDs
created in the Packet Write format.
• The recorder will play any data with the extension
“.MP3,” even if they are not in MP3 format. Playing
this data may generate a loud noise which could
damage your speaker system.
this data may generate a loud noise which could
damage your speaker system.
• The recorder does not conform to audio tracks in
MP3PRO format.
• The playback order above may not be applicable if
there are more than a total of 999 albums and tracks in
the DATA CD.
the DATA CD.
• The recorder can recognize up to 499 albums (the
recorder will count just albums, including albums that
do not contain MP3 audio tracks). The recorder will not
play any albums beyond the first 499 albums. Of the
first 499 albums, the recorder will play no more than a
combined total of 999 albums and tracks.
do not contain MP3 audio tracks). The recorder will not
play any albums beyond the first 499 albums. Of the
first 499 albums, the recorder will play no more than a
combined total of 999 albums and tracks.
• The recorder can play MP3 audio tracks recorded in the
following sampling frequencies: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz,
48 kHz.
48 kHz.
• Only the letters in the alphabet and numbers can be
used for album or track names. Anything else is
displayed as “*.”
displayed as “*.”
• ID3 tags cannot be displayed.
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Editing
Before Editing
This recorder offers various edit options for
various disc types. Before you edit, check the disc
type in the front panel display, and select the
option available for your disc (page 8).
various disc types. Before you edit, check the disc
type in the front panel display, and select the
option available for your disc (page 8).
Note
You may lose the edited contents if you remove the disc
or a timer recording starts while editing.
or a timer recording starts while editing.
Edit options for DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs
(Video mode)/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs
(Video mode)/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs
You can perform simple edits. Since Video mode
titles are actual recordings on the disc, you cannot
undo any edits you make. The edit functions
available for Video mode titles are:
– Setting protection against erasure (page 63).
– Labelling a title (page 63).
– Erasing a title (page 63).
– Erasing multiple titles (page 64).
– Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase)
titles are actual recordings on the disc, you cannot
undo any edits you make. The edit functions
available for Video mode titles are:
– Setting protection against erasure (page 63).
– Labelling a title (page 63).
– Erasing a title (page 63).
– Erasing multiple titles (page 64).
– Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase)
(DVD+RWs only) (page 64).
– Erasing titles to open up disc space (Disc Map)
(DVD+RWs and DVD-RWs (Video mode)
only) (page 65).
only) (page 65).
Notes
• Once the disc is finalized, you cannot edit or record on
the disc (except for DVD+RWs and DVD-RWs (VR
mode)).
mode)).
• You cannot create a Playlist (see below).
• If a message appears and indicates that the disc’s
• If a message appears and indicates that the disc’s
control information is full, erase unnecessary titles.
Edit options for DVD-RWs (VR mode)
You can enjoy advanced edit functions. First you
have two options for a DVD-RW (VR mode):
editing either the original recording (called the
“original”), or the playback information created
from the original (called a “Playlist”). Since each
is different in nature and offers different merits,
read the following and select the one that better
suits your needs.
have two options for a DVD-RW (VR mode):
editing either the original recording (called the
“original”), or the playback information created
from the original (called a “Playlist”). Since each
is different in nature and offers different merits,
read the following and select the one that better
suits your needs.
To edit original titles
Edits made to the original titles are final. If you
plan to retain an unaltered original recording,
create and edit a Playlist (see below). The edit
functions available for original titles are:
– Labelling a title (page 63).
– Setting protection against erasure (page 63).
– Erasing a title (page 63).
– Erasing multiple titles (page 64).
– Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase) (page 64).
Edits made to the original titles are final. If you
plan to retain an unaltered original recording,
create and edit a Playlist (see below). The edit
functions available for original titles are:
– Labelling a title (page 63).
– Setting protection against erasure (page 63).
– Erasing a title (page 63).
– Erasing multiple titles (page 64).
– Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase) (page 64).
To create and edit Playlist titles
A Playlist is a group of Playlist titles created from
the original title for editing purposes. When you
create a Playlist, only the control information
necessary for playback, such as the playback
order, is stored on the disc. Since the original titles
are left unaltered, Playlist titles can be re-edited.
A Playlist is a group of Playlist titles created from
the original title for editing purposes. When you
create a Playlist, only the control information
necessary for playback, such as the playback
order, is stored on the disc. Since the original titles
are left unaltered, Playlist titles can be re-edited.
Example: You have recorded the final few
matches of a football tournament on a DVD-RW
(VR mode). You want to create a digest with the
goal scenes and other highlights, but you also want
to keep the original recording.
matches of a football tournament on a DVD-RW
(VR mode). You want to create a digest with the
goal scenes and other highlights, but you also want
to keep the original recording.
In this case, you can compile highlight scenes as a
Playlist title. You can even rearrange the scene
order within the Playlist title (“Creating and
Editing a Playlist” on page 66).
Playlist title. You can even rearrange the scene
order within the Playlist title (“Creating and
Editing a Playlist” on page 66).
The advanced edit functions available for Playlist
titles are:
– Labelling a title (page 63).
– Erasing a title (page 63).
– Erasing multiple titles (page 64).
– Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase) (page 64).
– Rearranging the title order (page 68).
– Dividing a title into multiple titles (page 68).
– Combining multiple titles into one title
titles are:
– Labelling a title (page 63).
– Erasing a title (page 63).
– Erasing multiple titles (page 64).
– Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase) (page 64).
– Rearranging the title order (page 68).
– Dividing a title into multiple titles (page 68).
– Combining multiple titles into one title
(page 69).
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You can display the disc’s Playlist titles in the Title List
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To switch the two Title Lists, press TOOLS while a Title
List is displayed, and select “Original” or “Playlist.”
You can display the disc’s Playlist titles in the Title List
(Playlist), or the original titles in the Title List (Original).
To switch the two Title Lists, press TOOLS while a Title
List is displayed, and select “Original” or “Playlist.”
Notes
• The Playlist title calls up data from the original titles for
playback. When an original title is used for a Playlist
title, the original title cannot be erased.
title, the original title cannot be erased.
• You cannot protect Playlist titles.
• If a message appears and indicates that the disc’s
• If a message appears and indicates that the disc’s
control information is full, erase unnecessary titles.
Editing a Title
This section explains the basic edit functions. Note
that editing is irreversible. To edit a DVD-RW
(VR mode) without changing the original
recordings, create a Playlist title (page 66).
that editing is irreversible. To edit a DVD-RW
(VR mode) without changing the original
recordings, create a Playlist title (page 66).
Note
When editing a DVD+R, DVD-R, or DVD-RW (Video
mode), finish all editing before finalizing the disc. You
cannot edit a finalized disc.
mode), finish all editing before finalizing the disc. You
cannot edit a finalized disc.
1
Press TITLE LIST.
When editing a DVD-RW in VR mode, press
TOOLS and select “Original” or “Playlist”
from the TOOLS menu to switch the Title
Lists, if necessary.
When editing a DVD-RW in VR mode, press
TOOLS and select “Original” or “Playlist”
from the TOOLS menu to switch the Title
Lists, if necessary.
2
Select a title, and press ENTER.
The sub-menu appears.
The sub-menu appears.
3
Select an option, and press ENTER.
You can make the following edits to the title.
“Erase”: Erases the selected title. Select “OK”
when asked for confirmation. When the title is
protected, the display asks for confirmation.
To erase, select “Change,” and when the
Protection display appears, select “Off.”
You can make the following edits to the title.
“Erase”: Erases the selected title. Select “OK”
when asked for confirmation. When the title is
protected, the display asks for confirmation.
To erase, select “Change,” and when the
Protection display appears, select “Off.”
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