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Introduction ConnectionsBasic SetupPlayback
EditingVCR Functions Others Function Setup
Recording2Select “Stereo”, “Right” or “Left” 
using [L / P].
3Select your desired audio language 
using [U / D].
• The available audio language varies depending 
on the DVB broadcasts.
4Press [ENTER / OK] to activate the 
settings.
Note
• If the programme is changed, the audio language 
will be switched back to the default language you set 
in the “DVB Menu”. Refer to “Language Setting” on 
page 32.
Subtitle
Many DVB channels transmit Subtitle information 
along with their DVB channels. You can retrieve and 
display it on the TV screen.
1While viewing a DVB programme, 
press [SUBTITLE].
• If the programme has no subtitle information, 
“No information” will appear.
2Select “On” using [L / P].
• If you do not want to display the subtitle, select 
“Off” using [L / P].
3Select your desired subtitle 
language using [U / D].
• The available subtitle language varies 
depending upon the broadcast.
4Press [ENTER / OK] to activate the 
settings.
Note
• If the programme is changed, the subtitle language 
will be switched back to the default language you set 
in the “DVB Menu”. Refer to “Language Setting” on 
page 32. If the default subtitle language is not 
available on the new programme, no subtitle will be 
displayed.
DVB Menu Setting
You can make settings of the digital tuner from the 
DVB Menu.
Pincode Setting for Adult Lock
You can set “Adult Lock” to “ON” or “OFF” and also 
change Pincode.
1In stop mode, press [SETUP].
2Select “DVB Menu” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “Adult Lock” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
4Select “ON” or “OFF” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
5To set “Adult Lock” to “ON”: 
1) Enter your desired Pincode using 
[the Number buttons], then press 
[ENTER / OK].
2) For confirmation, enter the Pincode again using 
[the Number buttons] then press 
[ENTER / OK].
To set “Adult Lock” to “OFF”:Enter the Pincode using [the Number buttons].
• While entering the Pincode, use [L] or [CLEAR] 
to clear any numbers erroneously entered.
6Press [SETUP] to exit.
Note
• Once “Adult Lock” has been set to “ON”, Pincode 
will be required in order to view the locked channels 
or make the timer recording of them, and when you 
try to execute the “Auto Tuning” for DVB or “Edit 
Channels”.
• If you forget the Pincode, press [4], [7], [3], [7] to 
cancel the Pincode. DVB
Subtitle
On
  English
DVB
DVB Menu
Language
About Adult Lock
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Language Setting
1Follow steps 1 to 2 in “Pincode 
Setting for Adult Lock” on page 31.
2Select “Language” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
3Select the item by which you want to 
change the language using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
4Select a language using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
5Press [SETUP] to exit.
Note
• The Audio and Subtitle setting may not be available 
for some broadcasts.
• To change the audio language, refer to “Multiaudio” 
on pages 30 to 31.
• To display the subtitle or choose the subtitle 
language, refer to “Subtitle” on page 31.
About
You can check the current DVB system software 
version of this unit.
1Follow steps 1 to 2 in “Pincode 
Setting for Adult Lock” on page 31.
2Select “About” using [U / D], then 
press [ENTER / OK].
3Press [SETUP] to exit.
DVB
Audio : Set the Audio language
Subtitle : Set the Subtitle language
Data Service : Set the Digital Teletext language
DVB Menu
Language
About Adult Lock
Audio
Subtitle
Data Service
DVB
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Introduction ConnectionsBasic Setup Playback
Editing VCR Functions Others
Function Setup
Recording
Setting the Clock
Auto Clock Setting 
This unit receives time signals from the analogue / 
DVB channels, and sets the clock automatically. Set 
the channel tuning before setting Auto Clock.
1In stop mode, press [SETUP]. Select 
“General Setting” using [ U / D ], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
2Select “Clock” using [ U / D ], then 
press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “Auto Clock Setting” using 
[ U  / D ], then press [ENTER / OK].
• If any DVB channel has been set, the auto clock 
is on. “Auto Clock Setting” will be displayed in 
grey and you cannot select it.
4Select “ON” using [ U / D ], then 
press [ENTER / OK].
The current time will be set automatically.
5Press [SETUP] to exit.
6Press [ ON / STANDBY] to turn 
off.
The Auto clock function is activated.
• This unit will search for the time every time  when the power is turned off. 
• Leave the unit off for several minutes to give it  time to set the clock.
Hint
• If you want to cancel “Auto Clock Setting”, select 
“OFF” using  [U  / D ], and then press  [ENTER / OK] 
at the step 4.
Note
• The default setting of “Auto Clock Setting” is “ON”.
• The clock may set itself  automatically after you 
connect the antenna cable to the unit and plug in the 
mains cable. In this case, the current time will 
appear on the front panel display.
• If there are only analogue channels memorised in  this unit:
- The channel assigned to “904” must receive the PDC signal in order to set the clock automatically.
- The unit will correct the current time by receiving  PDC broadcasts whenever the power is turned off.
- Between 23:00 and 1:00, the Auto Clock function  will not operate even when the power is turned off. • The clock cannot be set automatically if you are not 
receiving a channel in your area that carries a time 
signal. In this case, set the clock manually.
• The unit will also correct the current time  automatically at 8:00 and 1:10 if the unit is in 
standby mode or if you are watching DVB channel.
Manual Clock Setting
1In stop mode, press [SETUP]. Select 
“General Setting” using [ U / D ], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
2Select “Clock” using [ U / D ], then 
press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “Clock Setting” using [ U / D ], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
Default date will appear.
4Press [ENTER / OK] again.
5Enter the date (day / month / year) 
using [ U / D ].
Press  [P ] to move the cursor to the next field. If 
you want to go back to the previous field, press 
[ L ].
6Enter the time (hours / minutes) 
using [ U / D ], then press 
[ENTER / OK].
The clock will start.
• Although seconds are not displayed, they will be  counted from zero.
7Press [SETUP] to exit.
Note
• Your clock setting will be lost if either there is a 
power failure or the unit is unplugged for more than 
30 seconds.
• If you have set the timer recording, “Clock” will be 
displayed in grey and you cannot select it.
General Setting
Playback
Display
Video
Recording
Clock
Channel
DivX
HDMI
Reset All
Clock Setting
01 / 01 / 2008 ( TUE )
0 : 00
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Information on DVD Recording
Ty p e  o f  D i s c s
This unit can record on DVD-RW/-R discs and 
DVD+RW/+R discs.
DVD-R/+R discs allow you to record programmes 
only once, and the recorded contents can be erased 
although the space left on the disc does not change.
DVD-RW/+RW discs allow you to record programmes 
repeatedly, and the recorded contents can be erased.
There are 3 recording formats: VR mode, Video mode 
and +VR mode. VR and Video modes are available 
for DVD-RW discs while as only Video mode is 
available for DVD-R discs. +VR mode is available for 
DVD+RW/+R discs.
Video mode is the same recording format as used on 
the pre-recorded DVD-Videos you purchase in local 
shops. You can play back the discs recorded in this 
format in most of the DVD players. You will need to 
finalise such discs (see pages 52 to 53) before 
playing them back in other DVD players. Unless 
finalised, you can record additional materials or edit 
discs recorded in Video mode with this unit. VR 
(Video Recording) mode is a basic recording format 
for DVD-RW discs. 
VR mode offers advanced editing, and you can record 
and edit material repeatedly, however it is playable 
only on VR mode compatible unit. Finalisation is 
recommended before playing them back in other unit.
+VR mode is a recording format for DVD+RW/+R 
disc. +VR mode offers basic editing, and it is playable 
in most DVD players. Finalisation is recommended 
before playing them back in other unit.
Recording Mode
You can select a recording mode from 5 options.
The recording time will vary depending on the 
recording mode you select as follows.
• This table is intended for a standard new single-
sided 12 cm / 8 cm disc. The recording times are 
estimates and actual recording time may differ.
• The audio and video quality becomes poorer as the 
recording time gets longer.
Restrictions on Recording
You cannot record copy-protected video using this 
unit. Copy-protected video includes DVD-Videos and 
some satellite broadcasts. 
If copy-protected material is detected, recording will 
pause or stop automatically and an error message 
appears on the screen.
You can only record “Copy-once only” video using a 
DVD-RW disc in VR mode with Content Protection for 
Recordable Media (CPRM).
When recording a TV broadcast or an external input, 
you can display copy control information on the 
screen.
CPRM is a scrambling copy protection system for the 
protection of “copy-once” broadcast programmes.
This unit is CPRM compatible, which means that you 
can record copy-once broadcast programmes, but 
you cannot then make a copy of those recordings. 
CPRM recordings can only be played back on DVD 
players that are specifically compatible with CPRM.
Information on Copy Control
Some satellite broadcasts include copy-protected 
information. If you wish to record them, refer to the 
following.
Note
• This unit cannot record on CD-RW or CD-R discs.
• DVD-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R and CD-RW/-R discs 
recorded on a personal computer or a DVD or CD 
recorder may not be played back if the disc is 
damaged or dirty or if there is condensation on the 
recorder’s lens.
• If you record a disc using a personal computer, even 
if it is recorded in a compatible format, it may not be 
played back because of the settings of the 
application software used to create the disc. (Check 
with the software publisher for more detailed 
information.)
• Discs recorded in Video mode on this unit cannot 
record additional information using other DVD 
recorders.
Recording
Recording 
modeRecording timeVideo / 
Sound Quality
12 cm8 cm
XP60 min 18 min
SP120 min 36 min
LP240 min 72 min
EP360 min 108 min
SLP480 min 144 min
DVD-RWDVD-RWDVD-RWVR
DVD-RWDVD-RWDVD-RWVideo
DVD-RDVD-RDVD-R
DVD+RWDVD+RWDVD+RW
DVD+RDVD+RDVD+R
VCRVCRVCR
 Disc type / formatCopy-
freeCopy-
onceCopy-
prohibited
: Recordable
: Not recordable
ver. 1.1 / ver. 1.2
ver. 1.1 / ver. 1.2 CPRM compatible
ver. 1.1 / ver. 1.2
ver. 1.1 / ver. 1.2 CPRM compatible
ver. 2.0
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Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback
EditingVCR Functions Others Function Setup
Recording• Since recording is performed using the Variable Bit 
Rate (VBR) method, the actual remaining time for 
recording may be a little shorter than the remaining 
time displayed on the OSD, depending on the 
picture you are recording.
Making Discs Playable in Other DVD 
Players (Finalise)
After recording, you must finalise the disc to play it 
back in other players. (See pages 52 to 53.)
You cannot finalise discs in other DVD recorders.
After finalising
• After DVD-R discs are finalised:
- A Title menu is created automatically.
- Undo finalising is not possible.
- Additional recording or editing is not possible.
• After DVD-RW (Video mode) discs are finalised:
- A Title menu is created automatically.
- Undo finalising is possible. (See pages 52 to 53.)
- Additional recording or editing is possible if you 
undo finalise. (See pages 52 to 53.)
• After DVD-RW (VR mode) discs are finalised:
- A Title menu is not created.
- Undo finalising is possible. (See pages 52 to 53.)
- Additional recording or editing is possible if you 
undo finalise. (See pages 52 to 53.)
• After DVD+RW discs are finalised: 
- A Title menu is created automatically.
- Undo finalising is possible. (See pages 52 to 53.)
- Additional recording or editing is possible even 
without undo finalising.  
• After DVD+R discs are finalised:
- A Title menu is created automatically.
- Undo finalising is not possible.
- Additional recording or editing is not possible.
Maximum Recordable Numbers of 
Title / Chapters
VR mode DVD:
99 titles per each Playlist and Original
999 chapters per each Playlist and Original
Video mode DVD:
99 titles per disc
99 chapters per title 
+VR mode DVD:
49 titles per discs
254 chapters per disc
99 chapters per title
Formatting a Disc
Choosing the Recording Format of a 
Blank DVD-RW Disc
When inserting a brand-new DVD-RW/+RW disc, the 
unit automatically starts to initialise the disc. 
DVD+RW disc will always be formatted in +VR mode, 
and DVD-RW disc will be formatted either Video or 
VR mode according to the recording format mode 
setting of the unit. Before inserting a brand-new 
DVD-RW disc, you need to set the recording format to 
the desired mode. You can also manually format a 
DVD-RW disc once it has been used.
1In stop mode, press [SETUP].
2Select “DVD Menu” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “Format” using [U / D], then 
press [ENTER / OK].
4Select “Format Mode” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
5Select “Video mode” or “VR mode” 
using [U / D], then press 
[ENTER / OK].
6Press [SETUP] to exit.
7Insert a blank disc.
Formatting will start.
8Formatting is complete.
“100%” is indicated.
Note
• The recording format setting is effective only for 
DVD-RW discs. You cannot change the recording 
format for a DVD-R disc and DVD+RW/+R disc.
• You cannot mix two formats on one DVD-RW disc. 
If you insert a disc that has been recorded before, 
the recording format cannot be changed even if you 
change it in “Setup” menu.
DVD-RW DVD-RWVideoDVD-RW DVD-RWVR
Format ModeVideo mode
VR mode
Video mode
DVD Player Compatibility mode.
VR mode
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Make Recording Compatible
Use this feature to make the unfinalised +VR mode 
discs recorded on other unit recordable on this unit. 
When you make an additional recording on this unit 
with “Make Recording Compatible” set to “ON”, the 
title list is automatically converted to this unit’s style.
1In stop mode, press [SETUP]. Select 
“General Setting” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
2Select “Recording” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “Make Recording Compatible” 
using [U / D], then press 
[ENTER / OK].
4Select “ON” or  “OFF” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
ON: Title list will be replaced when you make 
additional recordings to the discs recorded by 
other units.
OFF: Prohibiting additional record to the disc that has 
a title list created by other units.
5Press [SETUP] to exit.
Setting Aspect Ratio for Video Mode 
Recording
You can set aspect ratio for video mode recording.
1In stop mode, press [SETUP]. Select 
“General Setting” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
2Select “Recording” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “Aspect Ratio (Video mode)” 
using [U / D], then press 
[ENTER / OK].
4Select your desired setting using 
[U / D], then press [ENTER / OK].
Auto (default): It will be recorded with whichever 
aspect ratio the broadcaster 
transmitted.
4:3 : Recorded in the aspect ratio of 4:3.
16:9 : Recorded in the aspect ratio of 16:9.
5Press [SETUP] to exit.
Note
• For VR mode DVD-RW disc, the image will be 
recorded in whichever the ratio that the programme 
you record is broadcasted with, regardless of the 
“Aspect Ratio (Video mode)” setting.
• For DVD+RW/+R disc, the image will always be 
recorded in aspect ratio of 4:3.
Setting Auto Chapter
The unit inserts a chapter mark periodically (every 15 
minutes by default) during recording. Using the Auto 
Chapter menu, you can set this function off or change 
the time period.
1In stop mode, press [SETUP]. Select 
“General Setting” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
2Select “Recording” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “Auto Chapter” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
DVD+RW DVD+RWDDVD+RVD+RDVD+R
Make Recording CompatibleON
OFF
DVD-RW DVD-RWVideoDVD-R DVD-R
Aspect Ratio (Video mode)
Auto
4 : 3
16 : 9
DVD-RW DVD-RWVideoDVD-RW DVD-RWVRDVD-R DVD-RDDVD+RVD+RWWDVD+RW
DDVD+RVD+RDVD+R
General Setting
Auto Chapter
Recording Audio Select (XP)Auto FinaliseAspect Ratio (Video mode)Dubbing ModeMake Recording CompatibleBilingual Recording AudioExternal Input Audio
Video Colour System
Playback
Display
Video
Clock
Channel
DivX
HDMI
Reset All
Recording
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Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback
EditingVCR Functions Others Function Setup
Recording4If you want to set “Auto Chapter” off, 
select “OFF” using [U / D], then 
press [ENTER / OK]. 
If you want to change the time period 
for “Auto Chapter”, select the 
required time period using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
5Press [SETUP] to exit.
Note
• The interval for auto chapter may be up to 2 minutes 
different from the time option you set.
• A blank chapter may be created depending on the 
remaining time of the disc.
• While recording, no more chapter marks will be 
added when the maximum chapter mark number is 
reached.
Reformatting a Disc Manually
If you are using a DVD-RW/+RW disc, you can format 
the disc by performing “Format”. You can format 
DVD-RW disc for either Video mode recording or VR 
mode recording. DVD+RW disc can be formatted in 
order to erase all content of the disc.
Note
• When you reformat the disc, the contents of the disc 
are erased.
• Make sure that the recording format is set to the 
desired mode. (See the steps 1 to 6 in “Choosing 
the Recording Format of a Blank DVD-RW Disc” on 
page 35.)
Insert a recordable disc.
1In stop mode, press [SETUP].
2Select “DVD Menu” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “Format” using [U / D], then 
press [ENTER / OK].
4Select “Start” using [U / D], then 
press [ENTER / OK].
For DVD+RW, use [U / D] to select “Yes”, then 
press [ENTER / OK].
A pop up window will appear and prompt you to 
confirm.
5Select “Yes” using [U / D], then 
press [ENTER / OK].
e.g.) VR mode DVD-RW disc
Formatting will start.
If you want to cancel formatting, select “No”.
6Formatting is complete.
Note
• It is not possible to use a disc formatted with this unit 
in other DVD recorder. When you use a disc with 
another DVD recorder, format a disc using that DVD 
recorder.
Auto ChapterOFF
  5 minutes
10 minutes
15 minutes
30 minutes
60 minutes
DVD-RW DVD-RWVideoDVD-RW DVD-RWVRDVD+RW DVD+RW
Are you sure?
Ye s
No
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Selecting the Sound Mode
This unit can receive bilingual broadcasts.
You can switch between modes by pressing 
[AUDIO ]. Each mode is indicated on the TV.
When you record a DVB channel, only output sound 
channel will be recorded.
Setting External Input Audio
When the external input audio is a bilingual 
broadcast, you can choose “Stereo” or “Bilingual” to 
record on a DVD. This setting is only for recording 
external input (AV1/AV2/AV3).
1In stop mode, press [SETUP]. Select 
“General Setting” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
2Select “Recording” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “External Input Audio” using 
[U / D], then press [ENTER / OK].
4Select “Stereo” or “Bilingual” using 
[U / D], then press [ENTER / OK].
5Press [SETUP] to exit.
Hint
• If you select “Stereo”:
The audio will be recorded as “stereo audio”.
• If you select “Bilingual”:
The audio will be recorded as “bilingual audio”. (See 
“Setting Bilingual Recording Audio” on this page for 
more detail.)
Setting Bilingual Recording Audio
You can select either “Main” or “Sub” audio to record a 
bilingual broadcast in Video mode or +VR mode.
This setting is only for recording analogue channel.
1In stop mode, press [SETUP]. Select 
“General Setting” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
2Select “Recording” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “Bilingual Recording Audio” 
using [U / D], then press 
[ENTER / OK].
4Select “Main” or “Sub” using 
[U / D], then press [ENTER / OK].
5Press [SETUP] to exit.
Note
• If you are recording onto a VR mode disc, both 
“Main” and “Sub” will be recorded regardless of your 
setting here. And when you play back, you can 
choose either audio format or a combination of both 
as your playback audio.
Recording Audio Select (XP)
You can enjoy high quality sound recording. This 
function works only when the recording mode is set at 
XP.
1In stop mode, press [SETUP]. Select 
“General Setting” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
2Select “Recording” using [U / D], 
then press [ENTER / OK].
3Select “Recording Audio Select 
(XP)” using [U / D], then press 
[ENTER / OK].
DVD-RW DVD-RWVideoDVD-RW DVD-RWVRDVD-R DVD-RDDVD+RVD+RWWDVD+RW
DDVD+RVD+RDVD+R
General Setting
Playback
Display
Video
Recording
Clock
Channel
DivX
HDMI
Reset AllAuto ChapterRecording Audio Select (XP)Auto FinaliseAspect Ratio (Video mode)Dubbing ModeMake Recording CompatibleBilingual Recording AudioExternal Input Audio
Video Colour System
External Input AudioStereo
Bilingual
DVD-RW DVD-RWVideoDVD-R DVD-RDDVD+RVD+RWWDVD+RWDDVD+RVD+RDVD+R
Bilingual Recording AudioMain
Sub
DVD-RW DVD-RWVideoDVD-RW DVD-RWVRDVD-R DVD-RDDVD+RVD+RWWDVD+RW
DDVD+RVD+RDVD+R
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EditingVCR Functions Others Function Setup
Recording4Select “PCM” or “Dolby Digital” 
using [U / D], then press 
[ENTER / OK].
PCM: Records PCM audio for the best 
quality sound.
Dolby Digital: Records Dolby Digital audio for good 
quality sound.
5Press [SETUP] to exit.
Note
• “PCM” stands for Pulse Code Modulation. It 
changes analogue sound to digital sound without 
compressing audio data.
• When the recording mode is set at other than XP, 
the unit records “Dolby Digital” audio automatically 
even if you selected “PCM”.
Basic Recording
Follow the steps below to record a TV programme. 
(See pages 85 to 86 for VCR recording.)
1Press [ ON / STANDBY] to turn on 
the unit.
Turn on the TV and be sure to select the input to 
which the unit is connected.
2Press [DVD].
3Press [OPEN / CLOSE O] to open the 
disc tray.
4Place the disc on the disc tray with 
its label facing up. Be sure to align 
the disc with the disc tray guide.
5Press [OPEN / CLOSE O] to close 
the disc tray. 
6Select the recording mode using 
[REC MODE]. (See page 34.)
7Press [INPUT SELECT  ] to select 
DVB, analogue or external input 
mode, then select the desired 
channel to record using 
[PROG. 
 / ] or 
[the Number buttons].
8Press [REC I] to start recording.
The “●” mark will be displayed on the TV screen 
briefly.
To pause the recording, press [PAUSE p]. Press 
[PAUSE p] or [REC 
I] again to restart the 
recording.
9Press [STOP S] to stop the recording.
This operation may take a few moments to 
complete.
Hint
• You can change the channel while in the REC pause 
mode.
Note
• Recording starts immediately and continues until the 
disc is full or you stop the recording.
• If the clock is not set, the date and time of title 
names will be 01/01/08 and 00:00.
• You cannot change the recording mode in the REC 
or REC pause mode.
• Even if the broadcast you are recording is in the 
SECAM system, this unit automatically converts it to 
the PAL system when recording.
• If the external equipment is connected to AV2, the 
picture of the external equipment will be output 
except during the DVD playback of this unit. Turn off 
the external equipment or press [DISPLAY] to 
output the picture from this unit.
• Up to 99 titles can be recorded on the DVD-RW/-R 
discs.
• Up to 49 titles can be recorded on the DVD+RW/+R 
discs.
• NTSC recording is prohibited in this unit.
• You can play back a title on one device while making 
a recording on other device. To do so, simply select 
the device (DVD or VCR) you want to use for the 
playback by pressing [DVD] or [VCR] during DVD / 
VCR recording. And then follow the normal playback 
procedure.
Recording Audio Select (XP)PCM
Dolby Digital
DVD-RW DVD-RWVideoDVD-RW DVD-RWVRDVD-R DVD-RDDVD+RVD+RWWDVD+RW
DDVD+RVD+RDVD+R
Disc tray 
guide
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One-touch Timer Recording 
(OTR)
This is a simple way to set the recording time in 
blocks of 30 minutes. Check that the disc you are 
recording onto has enough space left for the time you 
set. (See page 86 for VCR recording.)
1Follow steps 1 to 7 in “Basic 
Recording” on page 39.
2Press [REC I] repeatedly until the 
desired recording time (30 minutes 
to 8 hours) appears on the TV 
screen.
One-touch Timer Recording will start.
• When the unit reaches the specified time, it will 
be turned off automatically.
• To change the recording length during One-
touch Timer Recording, press [REC 
I] 
repeatedly until the desired length appears.
• To cancel One-touch Timer Recording within the 
specified time, press [STOP S].
Hint
• The remaining recording time will appear on the TV 
screen during One-touch Timer Recording. Press 
[DISPLAY] to see it on the TV screen.
• The remaining recording time will be displayed on 
the front panel display during One-touch Timer 
Recording.
• Unlike the timer recording, you can perform the 
following operations during One-touch Timer 
Recording. 
- Turn off the power. (One-touch timer recording will 
be cancelled.)
-Use [REC 
I] or [STOP S] on the remote control.
Note
• You cannot use the pause function during One-
touch Timer Recording. 
• The unit will be turned off automatically under the 
following conditions.
- No space remains on the disc.
- If a power failure occurs.
• If DVD One-touch Timer Recording is completed 
during VCR playback or recording, the DVD will be 
in stop mode and the VCR keeps the current mode.
• When One-touch Timer Recording is finished and 
the power is turned off, the unit will switch to the 
timer-standby mode automatically if a timer 
recording has been programmed. Press 
[TIMER SET] to cancel the timer-standby mode to 
use the unit continuously.
• If the external equipment is connected to AV2, the 
picture of the external equipment will be output 
except during the DVD playback of this unit. Turn off 
the external equipment or press [DISPLAY] to 
output the picture of this unit.
DVD-RW DVD-RWVideoDVD-RW DVD-RWVRDVD-R DVD-RDDVD+RVD+RWWDVD+RW
DDVD+RVD+RDVD+R
0:30
8:00 7:301:00
Normal 
Recording
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