00566A-D-R3_Cover 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 1 DVD RECORDER D-R3 OWNER’S MANUAL Read this booklet first.
00566A-D-R3_Cover 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 2 UK AK68-00566A
Getting Started 00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 2 Warning TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.
00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 3 • Be sure to remove the disc and turn off the recorder after use. • Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet when you don’t intend to use the recorder for long periods of time. • Clean the disc by wiping in a straight line from the inside to the outside of the disc. Important Safety Instructions Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow all the safety instructions listed below.
Getting Started 00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 4 • Do not apply labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs fixed with exposed tape adhesive or leftover peeled-off stickers.) • Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. • Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market. • Do not load warped or cracked discs. Disc Storage Be careful not to harm the disc because the data on these discs is highly vulnerable to the environment. • Do not keep under direct sunlight.
00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 5 DVD-RW Disc Playback and Recording • DVD-RW (VR mode) - This is a format that is used for recording data on a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc. You can repeat recording, editing, deleting, partial deletion, creation of playlist, and etc. - A disc that is recorded in this mode may not be played by existing DVD players. • DVD-RW (Video mode) - This is a format that is used for recording data on a DVD-RW or DVD-R disc.
Getting Started 00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 6 Contents Step 4 : Other type of connecting the Audio output cable ..........................................................18 Method 1 : Connecting to your TV..................................18 Method 2 : Connecting to a stereo amplifier with analogue output jacks......................................................19 Getting Started Method 3: Connecting to an AV amplifier with a digital output jack ............................................
00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 7 Recording Changing the Camera Angle...........................................55 Recordable discs..............................................................34 Recording Formats ..........................................................35 Recording Mode...............................................................35 Unrecordable pictures......................................................35 About DISPLAY Key ...................................................
Getting Started 00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 8 General Features The DVD-D-R3 allows you to record and play high quality digital images on DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R discs. You can record and edit digital images on DVDRAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R discs as if they were VCR tapes. High quality digital audio and video recording and playback Record up to 12-hours of images with a double sided 9.4 GB DVD-RAM disc, and up to 6-hours of images with a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R disc, depending on the recording mode.
00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:27 AM Page 9 Make sure to check the following matters before reading the user’s manual. Icons that will be used in manual Icon Term Definition DVD This involves a function available in DVD or DVD-R/DVD-RWdiscs that have been recorded and finalised in Video Mode. RAM This involves a function available in DVD-RAM. RW This involves a function available in DVD-RW. R This involves a function available in DVD-R.
00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 10 Getting Started Step 3 Recording There are two different recording methods, Direct Recording and Timer Recording. Timer recording is classified as recording type : Once, Daily or Weekly or recording mode : XP (high quality mode), SP (standard quality mode), LP (long recording mode), and EP (extended mode) according to the recording mode. When recording is set in the FR mode, the best quality picture is recorded with regards to the remaining time on the disc.
00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 11 Getting Started Description Front Panel 1. STANDBY/ON Turns the recorder on and off. 2. DV-IN Connects external digital equipment with a DV jack. 3. AV4 IN Connects external equipment. 4. DISC TRAY Opens to accept a disc. 5. DISPLAY Displays the playing status, title/ chapter/ time, etc. 6. OPEN/CLOSE Opens and closes the disc tray. 7. STOP Stops disc playback. 8. PLAY/PAUSE Plays a disc or pauses playback. 9.
00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 12 Getting Started Rear Panel Fan The fan always revolves when the power is on. Ensure a minimum of 10cm clear space on all sides of the fan when installing the product. 1. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Connects to an amplifier having a digital input jack. 4. AV1(TV) OUTPUT SCART 2. ANALOGUE AUDIO OUT Connects to the audio input of external equipment using audio cables. 6. AV3 IN(AUDIO/VIDEO) Connects the output of external equipment using an audio/video or S-Video cable.
00566A-D-R3_2~13 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 13 10. MENU Button Brings up the DVD Recorder’s setup menu. Tour of the Remote Control 1 19 12. OK/DIRECTION Buttons (UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT Buttons) This button functions as a toggle switch. 13. RETURN Button Returns to a previous menu. 2 14. REPEAT Button Allows you to repeat a title, chapter, track or disc. 3 4 5 6 20 21 22 7 23 8 24 9 10 25 11 26 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 27 28 29 30 31 32 15. DISPLAY.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 14 Connecting & Setting UP Quick Overview Connecting & Setting Up A Quick Overview presented in this guide will give you enough imformation to start using the recorder. Step 1 : Unpacking This section involves various methods of connecting the DVD player to other external components and required initial setting modes.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 15 Step 2: Connecting SCART Cable Step 1: Unpacking Accessory ● ● Method 1 : Antenna + DVD Recorder + TV Method 2 : Antenna + VCR/satellite receiver/cable box + DVD Recorder + TV ■ If you are using an off-air antenna that has 300-ohm twin flat leads, use an external antenna connector (300-75 ohm adaptor : not supplied) to connect the antenna to the DVD Recorder.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 16 Method 1 : Antenna + DVD Recorder + TV Connecting & Setting UP You can connect your DVD Recorder to the television using the SCART cable if the appropriate input is available on the television. You thus: ● Obtain better quality sound and pictures ● Simplify the setting up procedure of your DVD Recorder 1. Connect the RF cable as shown. Method 2 : Antenna + VCR/satellite receiver/cable box + DVD Recorder + TV 1 2.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 17 Step3 : Other type of connecting the Video output cable ● ● Connect an S-video cable(not supplied) between the S-VIDEO OUT jack on DVD Recorder and S-VIDEO IN jack on the TV (or AV amplifier). ● You will enjoy high quality images. S-Video separates the picture element into black and white (Y) and color (C) signals to present clearer images than regular video input mode.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 18 Connecting & Setting UP Step 4 : Other type of connecting the Audio output cable There are several ways to output audio signal not using scart cables. Select the audio connection that best suits you below. ● ● ● Method 1 : Connecting to your TV Method 2 : Connecting to a stereo amplifier (analogue audio out / digital audio out) Method 3 : Connecting to an AV amplifier with a digital output jack Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 19 Method 3: Connecting to an AV amplifier with a digital output jack If your AV amplifier only has a Dolby Digital, MPEG-2 or DTS decoder and a digital input jack, use this connection. To enjoy Dolby Digital, MPEG-2 or DTS sound, you will set up the audio settings. (See page 31) Step 5 : Connecting to AV3, AV4, DV input jack This allows you to connect your DVD Recorder to other external devices and view or record their outputs.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 20 Connecting & Setting UP Method 2 : Connecting a Camcorder to the AV 4 Input jacks You can also use the AV 4 IN jacks on the front panel of the DVD Recorder. You can record from connected equipment. When an input source is inserted into AV 4 while viewing TV, the input will be switched to AV 4 automatically.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 21 Step 6 : Preparing the Remote Control Setting the Remote Control Your DVD Recorder remote control will work with Samsung televisions and compatible brands. Install Batteries in the Remote Control ● ● Open the battery cover on the back of the remote. Insert two AAA batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly. Replace the battery cover.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 22 To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below. SABA 1. Switch your television on. 2. Point the remote control towards the television. 3. Hold down the TV STANDBY/ON button and enter the two-figure code corresponding to the brand of your television, by pressing the appropriate numeric buttons.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 23 System Setup On-Screen Menu Navigation The on-screen menus allow you to enable or disable various functions on your DVD Recorder. Use the following buttons to open and navigate through the on-screen menus. No Disc Setup System √ Language √ Audio √ Video √ Parental Control √ MOVE OK RETURN EXIT Press this button on the remote control while the DVD Recoder is in Stop or Play mode to open the on-screen MAIN MENU.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 24 Plug & Auto Set up Auto Channel Scan is completed, 6 After Auto Clock Setting will be started automatically in 10 seconds. If you want to start Auto Clock Setting immediately, press OK button. If you do not want to do Auto Clock Setting, press CANCEL or MENU button. Your DVD Recorder will automatically set itself up when it is plugged in for the first time. TV stations and clock will be stored in memory. The process takes a few minutes.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 25 Auto clock tap “On” or “Off” using 6 Set the …† buttons. Clock Set DVD-RAM(VR) Clock Set Time 12 : 00 This menu is used to set the current time. You need to set the time to use timer recording. 1 2 Using the †… buttons, move the selection bar to “Setup” then press OK button to select. DVD-RAM(VR) OK Year JAN 2004 THU Off RETURN EXIT OK button, then the date and time will be saved. 7 Press If you don’t press OK button, it will not be saved.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 26 OK button to continue. 6 Press If you want to exit, press MENU button. Auto Setup DVD-RAM(VR) Install Auto Setup √ Manual Setup √ Your data will be lost. This feature allows you to manually set the DVD Recorder tuner band to Antenna or Cable, whichever you connected to the Antenna In jack during initial setup. 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote. Press [OK] to continue, Menu to exit.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 27 the †… buttons to select a PR (program) you wish to edit, delete, or 6 Press swap. And then press OK button. Manual Setup You can add preset channel that Auto Channel Search missed. And you can delete a channel you wish to remove. 2 Using the †… buttons, move the selection bar to “Setup” then press OK button to select.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 28 CM Skip Time Setting the desired time using the …† buttons, then press the √ or OK 5 Select button. DVD-RAM(VR) System Clock Set √ Install When a program recorded on a DVD-RAM, a DVD-RW, or a DVD-R is played, the unit can be set to automatically skip a portion of the program corresponding to a CM(commercial) Skip Time set by the user. The program can then be played from a point after the CM Skip Time.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 29 Setting Up NICAM Options NICAM programmes are divided into 3 types. NICAM Stereo, NICAM Mono and Bilingual (transmission in another language). NICAM programmes are always accompanied by a standard mono sound broadcast and you can select the desired sound by setting NICAM on or off. the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 30 Setting Up the Language Features the …† buttons to select the desired sub menu and press the OK or 4 Use √ button. ● ● ● If you set the player menu, disc menu, audio and subtitle language in advance, they will come up automatically every time you watch a movie. If the selected language is not recorded on the disc, the original pre-recorded language is selected. the unit in Stop mode, press the 1 With MENU button on the remote control.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 31 Setting Up the Audio Options Audio Options Digital Output 1. PCM : Allow you to setup the Audio device and sound status depending on the audio system in use. Select this when you have no equipment that can decode Dolby Digital (or MPEG-2) signal. When you play Dolby Digital (or MPEG-2) sound track, the digital output are converted to PCM Stereo. 2. Bitstream : Output Dolby Digital (or MPEG-2) audio as bitstream.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 32 Setting Up the Display(Video) Options This function allows you to setup the TV screen settings. the unit in Stop mode, press the 1 With MENU button on the remote. System Setup You can’t use the Setup functions during playback. “Setup” using †… buttons, then 2 Select press the √ or OK button. DVD-RAM(VR) Display(Video) Options This function depends on disc type. It may not work for some disc types.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 33 Setting Up the Parental Control “Rating Level” you want using 6 Select †… buttons, then press the √ or OK button. • For example, if you select up to Level 6, discs that contain Level 7, 8 will not play. Larger number indicates the program is more intended to adult use only. DVD-RAM(VR) The Parental Control function works in conjunction with DVDs that have been assigned a rating which helps you control the types of DVDs that your family watches.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 34 Before Recording Recording This unit can record on various types of discs. Before recording, read the following instructions and select the disc type according to your preference. This section shows various DVD recording methods. This recorder can record on the following discs. Recordable discs DVD-RAM ● ● DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-RWs and DVD-RAMs are rewritable.
00566A-D-R3_14~35 8/31/04 10:28 AM Page 35 Recording Formats Recording Mode When you insert an unused disc, the following message appears; Since available functions differ depending on the disc type, select a disc that best fits your preferences. DVD-RAM: Use after formatting the disc.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 36 About DISPLAY Key Recording the current TV program you are watching The DISPLAY function allows you to view the current status and progress of playback and recording. Depending on the kind of disc and status, the displayed screen may be different. Before you start Check that the disc has enough available space for the recording. Adjust the recording picture quality mode.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 37 the PROG ( / ) or number 3 Press ( ~ ) buttons to select the current program you want to record. the REC MODE button repeatedly, (or Press the REC MODE button and 4 Press then press the …† button) to select the recording speed(quality). ➞ To pause recording Press the REC PAUSE button to pause a recording in progress. ● Press the REC PAUSE button again to resume recording. ● You can switch channels by pressing the PROG ( / ) buttons while recording pauses.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 38 Recording from external equipment you are watching Before you start Check that the disc has enough available space for the recording. Adjust the recording mode. 1 Press the OPEN/CLOSE button, and place a recordable disc on the disc tray. 5 Press the REC button. To pause recording Press the REC PAUSE button to pause a recording in progress. ● Press the REC PAUSE button again to resume recording.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 39 Reviewing Images Being Recorded (Time Slip) When the DISPLAY button is pressed again: Information about playback will appear. DVD-RAM(VR) Name Title Created Time Length Playing Time Title Protection 24 APR 2004 SAT This function lets you watch recently recorded 10-second images on the PIP screen while a recording is in progress. 1 ● ● The time slip lamp on your DVD Recorder lights. The recently recorded 10-second images are played back on the PIP screen.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 40 To view the current status of the disc and progress of recording : Press the DISPLAY button, and the information about the disc will appear. Making a One Touch Recording (OTR) DVD-RAM(VR) Disc Name Disc Info Total Title Total Playlist Recordable Time Protection Main Screen PIP Screen 24 APR 2004 SAT You can set the DVD Recorder to record in 30-minute increments by pressing the REC button.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 41 Making a Standard Timer Before you start 1. Check the antenna cable is connected. 2. Check the remaining time of the disc. 3. Check the date and time are correct. Make sure the Clock has been set (Setup - System Setting) before you proceed with a timer recording. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Press the †… buttons to select “Programme” and then press the OK or √ button.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 42 6 Press the OK button. ● will appear on the front panel. It means that a timer recording is registered. Editing a Standard Timer If you make a mistake Press the œ √ button to select the item you want to change. If the timer settings overlap The programs are recorded in order of priority.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 43 the †… buttons to select ‘Edit”, and then press the OK button. 5 Press ● Deleting a Standard Timer The Timer Recording screen is displayed. Edit the items you want to modify. See the “Making a Standard Timer” section for more information on Timer Recording Input items. DVD-RAM(VR) Scheduled Record List Remaining Recording Time 02:12 SP No. Source 01 02 Date CH 09 11/22 Source PR 01 CH 05 12/10 Start End Type Mode V/P Edit No.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 44 Using the Video Plus+ Feature 3 Press the OK button. ● ● Before presetting your DVD Recoder: • Switch on both the television and your DVD Recoder. • Check that the date and time are correct. Up to twelve programmes can be preset. The information concerning the programme is displayed. When using the Video Plus+ function for the first time with stored stations, the programme number flashes.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 45 Video Plus+ Extended the OK or √ button to set the “Video Plus+ Record Extended” time by 4 Press increments of 10 minutes. DVD-RAM(VR) Programme Video Plus+ Record Standard Timer To prevent delays or overruns, DVD Recorder has a function called Video Plus+ Extened allowing you to extend the recording time by up to 60 minutes. Video Plus+ Record Extended √ Off : Off 10 √ √ 20 30 40 50 60 MOVE 1 Press the MENU button in Stop Mode.
00566A-D-R3_36~46 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 46 Recording the Standard Timer List When the start time in the Scheduled record list reaches while the set is in power off, the set will be powered on and start the recording automatically. the scheduled recording is 1 When operating, the programme being recorded will not display on TV. ● ● Press TV/DVD button if you want to see the programmed being recorded on TV. Press TV/DVD button again if you don’t want to see the programmed being recorded on TV.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 47 Before Playing Playback Read the following information before playing a disc. Region code (DVD-Video only) Both the DVD recorder and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play. The Region Number for this recorder is described on the rear panel of the recorder. This section introduces basic functions of playback and playback by disc type.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 48 ■ NOTE ■ This DVD recorder can only operate with discs that are compatible with DVD-RAM Standard Version 2.0. Playback and/or recording may not work for some types of discs, or when specific operations, such as aspect ratio adjustment, are being performed. Information about the discs is written in detail on the box. Please refer to this if necessary. ■ Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 49 Using the Search Functions Using the Disc & Title Menu Some type of discs contain a dedicated menu system that allows you to select special functions for the title, such as chapters, audio tracks, subtitles, film previews, information on characters, etc. For DVD-VIDEO discs the DISC MENU button to enter 1 Press the disc menu of the disc. Searching through a Chapter or Track Move to the setup menu related to the playback operation.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 50 About QUICK Skipping Chapters or Tracks ● During play, you can search quickly through a chapter or track. play, press the SKIP ( 1 During button on the remote control. ● ) If you press the ❙œœ button, it moves to the beginning of the chapter or track or marker(DVD-RAM, DVD-RW(VR mode)). Pressing the button once again within 3 seconds returns to the beginning of the previous chapter or track or marker(DVD-RAM, DVD-RW(VR mode)).
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:29 AM Page 51 ● If you want to move to a desired time to help you find a scene. Using the Repeat Function the QUICK button during 1 Press playback. DVD-VIDEO 1/10 1/40 00:01:45 Off ENG D 5.1CH Off Playing Repeatedly(Repeat Playback) 1/1 Off MOVE 2 CHANGE Press the …† buttons to select the “Time”. Using the REPEAT button 1 Press the REPEAT button. DVD-VIDEO 1/10 1/40 00:01:45 Repeat Off Off ENG D 5.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 52 the REPEAT button repeatedly to 2 Press select the “Track or Disc” you want to play repeatedly. Using the QUICK button CD 1 Press the QUICK button. Music Repeat : Track 01. TRACK 1 00 : 52 DVD-VIDEO 1/10 1/40 01/12 00:01:45 Off ENG Play Option : Normal 01. TRACK 1 4:39 02. TRACK 2 4:31 03. TRACK 3 4:30 04. TRACK 4 3:53 05. TRACK 5 4:23 06. TRACK 6 4:24 D 5.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 53 - To return to normal playback - - To return to normal playback - the REPEAT button repeatedly to 4 Press select “Off”. the REPEAT(A-B) button 4 Press repeatedly to select “Off”. Press the CANCEL button to return to normal playback. Using the QUICK button Playing a Certain section Repeatedly(A-B Repeat Playback) 1 Press the QUICK button. DVD-VIDEO 1/10 1/40 00:01:45 Off Using the REPEAT A-B button ENG D 5.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 54 Selecting the Subtitle Subtitle languages may not work depending on the disc type. This is only available during playback. Selecting the Audio language Audio languages may not work depending on the disc type. This is only available during playback. Using the SUBTITLE button the SUBTITLE button during 1 Press playback. Subtitle Using the AUDIO button the AUDIO button during play1 Press back.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 55 Changing the Camera Angle Zooming-In When a DVD-VIDEO contains multiple angles of a particular scene, you can select the Angle function. This is only available during playback. the QUICK button during 1 Press playback or pause. DVD-VIDEO 1 1/10 Press the QUICK button during playback. 1/40 00:01:45 Off ENG D 5.1CH Off 1/1 DVD-VIDEO Off 1/10 MOVE CHANGE 1/40 00:01:45 Off ENG D 5.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 56 To view the current status and progress of playback : Press the DISPLAY button. Using PIP(Picture in Picture) The PIP function allows you to view a sub screen together with the main screen. You can view TV while playing a DVD disc. DVD-VIDEO Title Chapter Playing Time Main Screen PIP Screen 24 APR 2004 SAT 1 Press the PIP button.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 57 Using Bookmarks Playing Back a Bookmark (V mode) the MARKER button during 1 Press playback. 1 Press the MARKER button. Press the œ √ buttons to select a scene. 2 bookmarked Bookmark Bookmark 1 2 MOVE OK RETURN MOVE the OK button when the desired 2 Press scene appears. The number 1 is displayed and the scene is memorized. Bookmark PLAY CANCEL RETURN the OK or button to start 3 Press playing from the selected scene.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 58 Using Markers Playing Back a Marker (VR mode) 1 Press the MARKER button. the œ √ buttons to select a bookmarked scene. 2 Press N:0 Marker OK 2 Marker RETURN MOVE Press the OK button when the desired scene appears. The number 1 is displayed and the scene is memorized. Marker 1 Press the MARKER button. 01 01 02 PLAY N:2 CANCEL RETURN the OK or button to start 3 Press playing from the selected scene.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 59 Playing an Audio CD/MP3 The Buttons on the Remote Control Playing an Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3 Each disc has a variety of menu functions available. Playing an Audio CD(CD-DA) an audio CD (CD-DA) into the disc tray. 1 Insert The audio CD menu appears and the tracks (songs) are played automatically. CD Music Repeat : Off Play Option : Normal 01. TRACK 1 00 : 52 01/12 MOVE 01. TRACK 1 4:39 02. TRACK 2 4:31 03. TRACK 3 4:30 04. TRACK 4 3:53 05.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 60 Playing a MP3 Disc The Buttons on the Remote Control 1 Insert a MP3 Disc into the disc tray. The MP3 menu appears and the tracks(songs) are played automatically. MP3 Music Repeat : Off Play Option : Normal Straight from the heart 00 :22 ROOT Bryan Adams Bryan Adams_2 Straight from the heart ROOT 03/06 MOVE Run to you Heaven OK RETURN the …† buttons to select the 2-1 Press track (song) you want to hear, and then press the OK button or √ button.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 61 Play Option Mode To Program Tracks The Play Option can be used with an audio CD or MP3 in the Play or Stop mode. 1 You can register a maximum 30 tracks in the playlist. 1 Press the QUICK button. Repeat Mode will be highlighted. Press the QUICK button. Repeat Mode will be highlighted. CD Music Repeat : Off CD Music Repeat : Off MOVE ● 00 : 52 00 : 52 01/12 ● 01. TRACK 1 Play Option : Normal 01. TRACK 1 01. TRACK 1 4:39 02. TRACK 2 4:31 03.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 62 Playing a Picture CD the …† œ √ buttons to select a picture. 3 Press JPEG Photo Index 6 / 73 Slide Show ROOT / DSC01189 Page 2 / MOVE There are two types of Picture CD. One is a CD with only JPEG files. The other one is a CD with JPEG files and MP3 files.(mixed CD) ● 1. When mixed CD is played, a menu will be shown in order to have you choose which contents, either JPEG or MP3, you want to play. 1-1.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 63 the …† buttons to select Title List, and then press the OK or √ button 2 Press twice. Playing the Title List The Title List screen is displayed. DVD-RAM(VR) Title List No. Title Follow these instructions to play back a scene from the Title List.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 64 Press the DISPLAY button once again. Then you can check the information about the title under playback. Playing Info 21/APR/2004 11:50 PR11 Title 1/16 Created Time 21/APR/2004 12:00 Length 00:07:43 LP Playing Time 00:13:27 Title Protection Not Protected 21 APR 2004 WED 12:00 Title List Screen Elements DVD-RAM(VR) Name 3 4 DVD-RAM(VR) DVD-RAM(VR) No. Title 5 Title List 6 Length Edit No.
00566A-D-R3_47~65 8/31/04 10:30 AM Page 65 Editing This section introduces basic functions of DVD editing and explains both edit functions for the recording on a disc and edit functions for the entire disc. Advance Editing (Play List)................................70 Disc Manager .....................................................78 Title List Title refers to a recorded video and audio stream. Title List shows a list to help you select a title.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:31 AM Page 66 DVD-RAM(VR) Rename Basic Editing (Title List) A F K P U Z B G L Q V C H M R W D I N S X E J O T Y a f k p u z Back Space Renaming(Labeling) a Title Follow these instructions to rename a title list entry, i.e., to edit the title of a recorded program. b c d g h i l m n q r s n w x Space MOVE e j o t y Delete OK Clear RETURN Save EXIT the desired characters using the arrow (…† œ √) buttons, press the OK 4 Select button.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:31 AM Page 67 Locking(Protecting) a Title Follow these instructions to lock an entry to protect it from accidental deletion. Press the œ √ buttons to select “On”, then press the OK button. The key 4 and icon on the information window for the selected entry changes to the locked status. ( ➝ ) DVD-RAM(VR) Using the TITLE LIST button 1 Insert the recorded disc, Press the TITLE LIST button.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:31 AM Page 68 the …† buttons to select “Delete”, and then press the OK button. 3 Press DVD-RAM(VR) Follow these instructions to delete a section of a Title List entry. Title List No.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:31 AM Page 69 the OK button at the starting 4 Press point. The image and starting point time are displayed in the section deletion starting point window. the …† buttons to select “Delete”, and then press the OK button. 6 Press The selected section has been deleted. DVD-RAM(VR) DVD-RAM(VR) Edit Title List Edit Title List Title List No. 05 Title List No.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:31 AM Page 70 5 Press the OK button at the end point. Advanced Editing (Play List) DVD-RAM(VR) Make Scene Scene No. 001 Start Start Creating a Playlist 00:10:00 19/APR/04 12:00 MOVE (VR mode) ● the MENU button with the disc 1 Press stopped. the …† buttons to select “Playlist”, 2 Press and then press the OK or √ button.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:31 AM Page 71 Playing Entries in the Playlist Follow these instructions to play the playlist entries. the …† buttons to select “Play”, and then select the OK button. 3 Press The playlist entries will be played. DVD-RAM(VR) Edit Playlist (VR mode) 1 No. Title Insert the recorded disc, Press the PLAY LIST button. 23/APR/2004 06:43 7 Scenes The Edit Playlist screen is displayed.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:31 AM Page 72 Renaming a Playlist Entry Follow these instructions to rename a playlist entry, i.e. to edit the title of a playlist entry. the desired characters using the 4 Enter …† œ √ buttons. DVD-RAM(VR) Rename Dolphin (VR mode) A F K P U Z the recorded disc, 1 Insert Press the PLAY LIST button. 23/APR/2004 06:43 D I N S X E J O T Y MOVE Edit Playlist No. Title C H M R W a f k p u z Back Space The Edit Playlist screen is displayed.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:31 AM Page 73 Editing a Scene for the Playlist Playing a Selected Scene Follow these instructions to edit scenes for a playlist. (VR mode) 1 the arrow buttons to select the 4 Press scene you want to play, and then press the OK button. The playlist entry to be played is selected. Insert the recorded disc, Press the PLAY LIST button. The Edit Playlist screen is displayed. DVD-RAM(VR) Scene No. Edit Scene 2/7 Playlist No. 2 Play DVD-RAM(VR) Edit Playlist No.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:31 AM Page 74 Modifying a Scene (Replacing a Scene) the OK button at the end point of 7 Press the scene. DVD-RAM(VR) Modify Scene Scene No. 001 the arrow buttons to select the 4 Press scene you want to modify, and then press the OK button. Start Start End 00:00:00 00:00:25 Change Natural 23/APR/2004 03:34:00 DVD-RAM(VR) Scene No. Edit Scene 2/7 MOVE OK End 00:00:00 RETURN Return EXIT Playlist No.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 75 Moving a Scene (Changing the Position of a Scene) ■ You cannot move the selected scene to the position of the next scene, because the selected scene should be inserted before that position, which requires no action. ■ Depending on the kind of disc, the displayed screen may have a slight difference. NOTE Press the …† œ √ buttons to select the 4 scene you want to move (change the position), and then press the OK button. DVD-RAM(VR) Scene No.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 76 the OK button at the end point of 7 Press the scene. DVD-RAM(VR) Copying a Playlist Entry to the Playlist Add Scene Scene No. 004 Using the PLAY LIST button Start Start 00:00:15 00:00:15 End Add Sclence 23/APR/2004 06:43 MOVE End OK 00:00:35 RETURN Cancel EXIT the recorded disc, 1 Insert Press the PLAY LIST button. The Edit Playlist screen is displayed. ● 8 The image and time of the end point are displayed in the End window.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 77 the MENU button after the 4 Press operation has finished. The menu screen will disappear. the …† buttons to select “Delete”, and then press the OK button. 3 Press DVD-RAM(VR) ■ NOTE You can create up to 999 scenes on one disc. In some cases, this may be different from the actual numbers. Edit Playlist Dolphin No.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 78 the desired characters using the 4 Enter arrow buttons. Disc Manager DVD-RAM(VR) Rename Disc A F K P U Z Editing the Disc Name Follow these instructions to give a name to a disc. B G L Q V C H M R W D I N S X E J O T Y a f k p u z Back Space Space MOVE 1 Insert the disc, Press the MENU button with the disc stopped.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 79 Disc Protection Formatting a Disc Disc Protect allows you to protect your discs from being formatted or deleted due to unintended operations. Use these instructions to format a disc. The cartridge write protect tab should be set to the unprotect position. The disc protect should also be cleared. the MENU button with the disc 1 Press stopped. the recorded to be formatted, 1 Insert Press the MENU button with the disc stopped.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 80 DVD-RW ● You will be prompted with the confirmation message ‘Choose the recording format for DVD- RW.’ the …† buttons to select “Disc Manager”, and then press the OK or √ 2 Press button. DVD-RAM(VR) DVD-RW(VR) Disc Manager Disc Name : Disc Protection √ : Not protected Disc Format √ √ All Titleformat Lists for DVD-RW.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 81 Cartridge Protection Info Disc Protection allows you to protect discs from disc formatting and program deletion due to unintended operations. The cartridge write protect tab should be set to the unprotect position to be able to make a recording to a DVD-RAM disc. the disc, Press the MENU button 1 Insert with the disc stopped.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 82 You will be prompted with the message 'Do you want to finalise disc?'. If you select Yes, you will be prompted again with the message ' Disc will be finalised. Do you want to continue?' DVD-RW(VR) Unfinalizing a disc (V/VR mode) Disc Manager Disc Name : √ Disc Protection : Not protected √ Disc Format : DVD-VR √ Disc Do youFinalise want to finalise disc? Yes √ No the recorded disc, Press the 1 Insert MENU button with the disc stopped.
00566A-D-R3_66~83 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 83 Press the œ √ buttons to select “Yes”, then press the OK button. 4 and The disc is unfinalised. ■ NOTE A DVD-RW can be finalised or unfinalised in Video mode. Mark Finalise Unfinalise DVD-Video(RW) DVD-RW(V) Additional recording, protection Operation Same as DVD-Video ■ and deletion are possible. A DVD-RW can be finalised or unfinalised in VR mode.
00566A-D-R3_84~88 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 84 Troubleshooting Additional Information If your product malfunctions, go through the checkpoints below before contacting a Toshiba authorized service center. Power The input is displayed for a while when the power is turned on. Checkpoint 1 The DVD recorder requires some time to initialize and the input will be displayed for approx. 10 seconds after it is turned on. Recording Cannot record TV programs.
00566A-D-R3_84~88 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 85 Differences between Using REC PAUSE Button and Using Stop Button during Recording Checkpoint 1 Each press of the Stop button during recording creates a title. When the REC PAUSE button is pressed, the paused state is kept. When the REC PAUSE button is pressed again during REC pause, the title under pause will be kept recording. Play mode settings are different from the settings configured in the Settings menu.
00566A-D-R3_84~88 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 86 Video Timer Recording The disc revolves, but no image or bad quality images are displayed. Timer lamp flickers. Checkpoint 1 Check whether there is damage to or any foreign material on your disc. Checkpoint 2 Some low quality discs may not play properly. Checkpoint 3 If scenes change from dark to bright suddenly, the screen may shake vertically temporarily, but this is not a fault. Checkpoint 1 Check there is enough space in the disc for recording.
00566A-D-R3_84~88 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 87 Remocon Other problems. The remote control doesn't work. Checkpoint 1 Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on your DVD recorder. Allow for proper distance. Remove obstacles between your DVD recorder and the remote control. Checkpoint 2 Check whether the batteries are empty. Checkpoint 3 Check for the TV/DVD selection button.
00566A-D-R3_84~88 8/31/04 10:32 AM Page 88 Specifications Power requirements 230V AC, 50Hz Power consumption 35 Watts Weight General 3.75Kg Dimensions 430mm(W) x 280mm(D) x 68.5mm(H) Operating temp. +5°C to +35°C Other conditions Keep level when operating. Less than 75% operating humidity Composite Video : 1.0 V p-p at 75Ω load, sync negative Video (AV3, AV4) Input S-Video input (Y: 1.0Vp-p, C: 0.286Vp-p at 75Ω load) Audio(AV3, AV4) Max.
