Zenith DVR313 warranty Connections Connecting to Optional Equipment, Digital Multi-channel sound

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Connections (Continued)

Connecting to Optional Equipment

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll/ Pro Logic

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A).

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel digital stereo (PCM) or to an Audio/ Video receiver equipped with a multi-channel decoder (Dolby Digital™, MPEG 2, or DTS)

1AUDIO OUT jacks (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL X) to

the corresponding in jack on your amplifier. Use an optional digital (optical O or coaxial X) audio cable.Connect one of the DVD Recorder’s DIGITAL

You will need to activate the recorder’s digital out-

2 put. (See “Audio” on page 22).

Digital Multi-channel sound

A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality. For this you need a multi-channel Audio/Video receiver that supports one or more of the audio formats supported by your DVD Recorder (MPEG 2, Dolby Digital and DTS). Check the receiver manual and the logos on the front of the receiver.

Caution:

Due to the DTS Licensing agreement, the digital output will be in DTS digital out when DTS audio stream is selected.

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If the audio format of the digital output does not match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all.

Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via digital con- nection can only be obtained if your receiver is equipped with a Digital Multi-channel decoder.

To see the audio format of the current DVD in the on- screen display, press AUDIO.

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This recorder does not perform internal (2 channel) decoding of a DTS sound track. To enjoy DTS

multi channel surround, you must connect this recorder to a DTS compatible receiver via one of this recorder’s digital audio outputs.

Rear of DVD Recorder

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COAXIAL

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OPTICAL

DIGITAL INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

DIGITAL INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

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Contents Installation and Operating Guide Warranty Regulatory Information FCC Part Safety PrecautionsImportant Safety Instructions Table of Contents Operation with DVD and Video CD About the symbols for instructionsAudio CD and MP3 Operation Basic RecordingRecordable Discs DVR313 OverviewPlayable Discs Disc-related termsAbout DVD recording About DVD-R and DVD-RW discDisc type Disc format Recording mode Functions What is ‘CPRM’?Recording TV audio channels Restrictions on video recordingAbout Symbols PrecautionsFront Panel Audio type indicators Disc type indicatorsCharacter indicators Audio level indicatorsRemote Control Overview Programming the Remote Controlling TVs and Cable Boxes DBSCoaxial Digital audio out jack Rear PanelComponent Video OUT Y Pb Pr Video OUT/AUDIO OUT Left/RightRear of DVD Recorder Cable Service Without Cable Box Connections Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to DVD RecorderCable Service With Cable Box Antenna Antenna Cable TV Wall JackConnections Connecting to a TVDigital Multi-channel sound Connections Connecting to Optional EquipmentAudio OUT jacks Optical O or Coaxial X to Amplifier ReceiverRear of DVD Recorder Front of DVD Recorder Connecting a Digital CamcorderSetup Before Operation Initial SettingsAuto Clock Set Before OperationManual Clock Set TV AspectProgressive Scan LanguageSet Initialize Disc LanguageDolby Digital Before Operation AudioSampling Freq. Frequency VocalBefore Operation Lock Parental Control Set PasswordRating Changing the 4-digit codeSelect the first character using the v Record Mode SetRecording Record AspectAuto Chapter DiscDV Rec Audio ProtectionDisc Name FinalizeFollow steps 1-3 as shown Initialize on Use v / V to select the Disc Name optionOn-screen display operation General Explanation On-Screen DisplayTemporary Feedback Field Icons Menu OptionsMenu Options Press Audio repeatedly to change the TV audio Using the Built-in TV Tuner Changing TV ChannelsChanging TV Audio Channel Moving to another Title Operation with DVD and Video CD Playing a DVD or Video CDMoving to another CHAPTER/TRACK Slow MotionRepeat A-B Operation with DVD and Video CD General FeaturesTime Search DVD Video VR DVD Video Discs Repeat Chapter/Title/OffMarker Search Checking the Contents of DVD Video Discs MenusDisc Menu DVD Camera Angle DVDOperation with DVD and Video CD About MP3 Audio CD and MP3 Operation Playing an Audio CD or MP3 DiscAudio CD and MP3 Operation Repeat Programmed Tracks Programmed Playback with Audio CD and MP3Erasing a Track from the Program List Erasing the Complete Program ListBasic Recording Basic Recording from a TV Instant Timer RecordingChecking the Recording Time To Extend the Recording TimeChecking Timer Recording Details Timer RecordingCanceling a Timer Recording Stopping a Timer Recording in ProgressFinalizing a Disc Recording from an External InputPlaying Your Recordings on Other DVD Players DV-Related Messages Recording from an External Input What is DV?Troubleshooting Using the Title List VR Mode Original and Playlist EditingTitles and Chapters VR Adding Chapter Markers VRNaming a Title VR Using the Chapter List VRTitle CombineAdding Additional Title/Chapters to Playlist Program VR Making a New Playlist Program VRPlay Chapter Title Title Name Combine Delete PlayMove Combine Del. Ch Using the Playlist Program VRTitle Name Del. Title Play Chapter Title NameErasing a Section VR Combining Two Chapters Into OneMoving a Playlist Chapter VR Using the Title List Video Video Mode Original EditingIf the disc has already been finalized Erasing a Title VideoCode Language Language Code ListCode Country Country Code ListSymptom Cause Solution TroubleshootingMoisture Condensation Specifications Zenith Electronics Corporation

DVR313 specifications

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Connectivity options are abundant in the Zenith DVR313, allowing for flexibility in how users connect to their televisions and other devices. It features multiple HDMI and composite outputs, alongside USB ports for easy access to external drives, enhancing the playback experience. Furthermore, the HDMI output supports 1080p resolution, ensuring high-definition video quality that caters to the demands of modern viewing.

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