NEC NDH-81 Recording from DV Input, Before DV dubbing, Recording from a Digital Camcorder

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Recording from DV Input

Before DV dubbing

You can connect a DV-equipped camcorder to this recorder using a single DV cable for input and output of audio, video, data and control signals.

This recorder is only compatible with DV-format (DVC-SD, DV25) camcorders. Digital satellite tuners and Digital VHS video recorders are not compatible. You cannot connect more than one DV camcorder at a time to this recorder.

You cannot control this recorder from external equipment connected via the DV IN jack (including two recorders).

It may not always be possible to control the connected camcorder via the DV IN jack. Digital camcorders can usually record audio as stereo 16-bit/48kHz, or twin stereo tracks of 12- bit/32kHz. This recorder can only record one stereo audio track. Set [DV Rec Audio] option to [Audio 1] or [Audio 2] as required (see page 19).

Audio input to the DV IN jack should be 32 or 48kHz (not 44.1kHz).

Picture disturbance on the recording may occur if the source component pauses playback or plays an unrecorded section of tape, or if the power fails in the source component, or the DV cable becomes disconnected.

Recording from a Digital Camcorder

You can record from a digital camcorder connected to the DV IN jack on the front panel of this recorder. Using the recorder’s remote, you can control both the camcorder and this recorder.

Before recording, make sure that the audio input for the DV IN jack is set up (see page 19).

Tips:

The source signal must be DVC-SD format. Some camcorders cannot be controlled using this recorder’s remote.

If you connect a second recorder using a DV cable, you cannot control the second DVD from this one. You cannot control this unit remotely from a component connected to the DV IN jack.

You cannot record date and time information from a DV cassette.

1.Make sure your digital camcorder is connected to the front panel DV IN jack. See page 14.

2.Select [TV HDD] or [TV DVD] option on the HOME menu then press ENTER. (see page 14).

3.Check that the DV audio input is as you require. You can choose between Audio 1 (original audio) and Audio 2 (overdubbed audio).

DV Input is set from the [DV Rec Audio] in sub-menu of the Setup menu. See “DV Recording Audio” on page 19 for more information.

4.Press AV/INPUT repeatedly to select the DV input. DV appears in the display window and on the TV screen.

5.Find the place on the camcorder tape that you want to the recording to start from.

For best results, pause playback at the point from which you want to record.

Depending on your camcorder, you can use this recorder’s remote to control the camcorder using the STOP, PLAY and PAUSE functions.

6. Press REC (z) once to start recording.

Recording is automatically stopped if the recorder detects no signal.

You can pause or stop the recording by pressing PAUSE/STEP (X) or STOP (x). You cannot control the camcorder from this remote control during recording.

In Video mode, the final frame of the recording may remain displayed on screen for a while after recording stops.

Troubleshooting

If you cannot get a picture and/or audio through the DV IN jack, check the bullet points:

Make sure the DV cable is properly connected. Try switching off the connected equipment then switch back on.

Try switching the audio input.

Note:

Depending on the connected camcorder, you may not be able to control it using the remote control supplied with this recorder.

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Contents HDD/DVD Recorder Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Contents Introduction About the Symbol Display Symbol Used in this ManualCleaning Discs Handling DiscsRecordable and Playable Discs Recommended recordable DVD discsRegional Code Availability of copying or moving featurePlayable Discs About the internal hard disk drive Front Panel Remote Control Battery Installation Remote ControlRemote Control Operation Rear Panel Hookup and SettingsConnecting to the Aerial RF coaxial connectionAudio Left/Right Connection Connections to Your TVVideo connection Component Video connectionAmplifier Receiver Connecting to an AmplifierDigital Multi-channel sound Connecting a Digital Camcorder Accessory Audio/Video A/V ConnectionsConnecting to the AV in 1 or AV in 2 Jacks Front of the recorder Rear RecorderGeneral Settings Using the Home MenuInitial Settings Auto ProgrammingProgram Edit Program EditManual Clock Set Display ModePower Save Mode TV AspectLanguage Settings Audio SettingsRating Lock Parental Control SettingsSet Password Area CodeRecording Settings Disc SettingsDisc Protect FinalizeDisc Label Displaying Disc Information on-screen General Explanation On-Screen DisplayDisplaying Information While Watching TV Buttons Operations Discs General Playback FeaturesPlayback Playback Marker Search If a menu screen is displayed DVD VCDMoving to another Title HDD -RWVR Camera Angle DVDPIP Picture in Picture HDD -RWVR 3D Surround -RWVR-RWVideo+RW -RLast Condition Memory DVD DivX file requirement Playing a DivX Movie FileMovie List menu options Playable Audio format AC3, PCM, MP2, MP3, WMARandom Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA fileAudio CD and Music menu options MP3/WMA audio file requirementProgram Playback with Audio CD and MP3/WMA file Program List menu optionsPhoto file requirement Viewing a Jpeg FilePhoto List menu options Photo sizeView Slide Shows Skip ImagesRotate Images To listen to music while slide show simultaneouslyNaming a file on the HDD Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX fileErasing a files/folders from the HDD Copying a files to another media or folder Moving a filesAbout DVD recording Disc types and recording formats, modes, and settingsRecording About HDD recordingTimeshift HDD To Pause the Recording Instant Timer RecordingBasic Recording from a TV Checking the Recording TimeTimer Recording Recording from an External Input Checking Timer Recording DetailsTimer Recording Troubleshooting Recording from External ComponentsBefore DV dubbing TroubleshootingRecording from DV Input Recording from a Digital CamcorderTime Slip HDD Simultaneous recording and playbackPlayback another title during recording Editing Title List and Chapter List Menu OverviewChanging Title Thumbnails HDD, VR Mode Original and Playlist EditingAdding Chapter Markers Titles, Chapters and PartsMaking a New Playlist Adding Additional Title/Chapters to the Playlist -RWVRDeleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter Deleting a Part HDD -RWVRTime Search HDD -RWVR-RWVideo Remote control buttons for entering a nameNaming a Title Combining Two Titles Into One Sort HDDUndoing/Redoing the Last Deletion -RWVR Divide One Titles Into Two Combining Two Chapters IntoProtect a Title Moving a Playlist Chapter -RWVRHide a Chapter/Title +RW +R Restrictions on copying DubbingBefore Dubbing Fast copying MaximumDubbing from HDD to DVD Dubbing from DVD to HDDOne Touch Copy HDD to DVD One Touch Copy DVD to HDDOverwriting Recording +RW ReferenceAdditional Information To finalize a disc, refer to Finalize onLanguage Codes Area CodesTroubleshooting Symptom Cause SolutionIf you observe any of the following symptoms Resetting the recorderYou can reset the recorder as follows Specifications Queensland New South walesVictoria South AustraliaNo MFL30384253

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