Pioneer DVR-231-S, DVR-231-AV, DVR-233-S manual Connecting up Connecting other AV sources, Plugging

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02Connecting up

Connecting other AV sources

Connecting a VCR or analog camcorder

AUDIO/VIDEO

INPUT

Analog camcorder

AUDIO/VIDEO

OUTPUT

VCR

AUDIO/VIDEO

OUTPUT

AUDIO/VIDEO

INPUT

1Connect a set of audio and video outputs of your VCR or camcorder to a set of inputs on this recorder. This enables you to record tapes from your VCR or camcorder.

•You can use standard video or S-video cables for the video connection.

•The front panel connections make convenient connections for a camcorder input (standard video connection only).

2Connect a set of audio and video inputs of your VCR or camcorder to the outputs on the rear panel of this recorder.

This enables you to record from this recorder to your VCR or camcorder.

•You can use standard video or S-video cables for the video connection.

Plugging in

After checking all the connections, plug in the recorder.

AC IN

1Use the supplied power cable to connect this recorder to a power outlet.

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Contents DVR-231-SDVR-231-AVDVR-233-S Information to User Risk of Electric Shock Do not OpenImportant Safety Instructions POWER-CORD Caution Once you have established a comfortable sound level To establish a safe levelDecibel Level Example Contents Features Before you startBefore you start Chapter What’s in the boxUsing the remote control Disc / content format playback compatibilityGeneral disc compatibility DVD-VideoFrequently asked questions Before you startDVD-R/RW compatibility CD-R/RW compatibilityConnecting up Connecting up ChapterRear panel connections Front panel connectionsConnecting up Easy connections VCRConnecting using an S-video output Connecting up Using other types of video outputConnecting using the component video output Connect RF antenna cables as shown This enables you to watch discs Connecting up Connecting to an AV amplifier or receiver Video OUT Digital COAXIAL1Connecting a VCR or analog camcorder Connecting up Connecting other AV sourcesPlugging Controls and displays Controls and displays ChapterFront panel DisplayRemote control Controls and displaysTimer REC Getting started Switching on and setting upGetting started Chapter Other settings you can make Getting startedUse Your time zoneUsing the built-in TV tuner Getting started Making your first recordingPlaying back your recording Changing TV channelsBasic playback Changing audio channelsPlaying audio CDs Playing DVD discsPlaying Video CDs Displaying disc information on- screen Stop displayPlay display Recording displayUsing the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of a disc PlaybackPlayback Chapter IntroductionPlayback Navigating discsScanning discs Optionally Press EnterPlaying in slow motion Frame advance/frame reverseSlow 1/16 Slow 1/8 Slow 1/2 Playback Play Mode menu Search ModePress Home Menu and select ‘Play Mode’ Enter to navigateDisplaying and switching subtitles Switching DVD soundtracksRepeat play mode Repeat playSwitching audio channels Switching camera anglesTo display/switch the audio channel, press Audio repeatedly To switch the camera angle, press AngleRecording Recording ChapterAbout DVD recording Recording time and picture qualitySetting the picture quality/recording time Press REC Mode repeatedly to select a recording settingRecording Restrictions on video recording Recording equipment and copyrightSetting a timer recording Recording Basic recording from the TVEnter the timer recording settings RecordingTimer recording using the VCR Plus+ programming system Extending a timer recording in progressMoving the end time by 30-minute blocks Buttons to changeCanceling and stopping a timer recording in progress Timer recording FAQProgramming a new end time Recording from an external component Playing your recordings on other DVD playersFinalizing a disc PressInitializing a DVD-RW disc Editing Editing ChapterEditing Titles Title Edit EraseEditing Title NameNavigation Mark Navi Mark Playback point Currently selected chapter numberEditing chapters Chapter Edit LockErase All To lock or unlock, then press EnterDivide CombineInitial Setup menu Initial Setup menu ChapterUsing the Initial Setup menu Basic settingsInitial Setup menu Auto CH SetupTuner Then press EnterGuide CH Setup Manual CH SetupOSD Language Setup Navigator Remote ControlDisplay Initial Setup menu Disc settings Video settingsAudio settings Input AdjustPlayback Adjust Audio Adjust settingAudio Audio OutInitial Setup menu Recording settings Playback settingsSet Password Change PasswordChange Level Select ‘Level’Country/Area LanguageSelect by code letter Use Buttons to Change the code Action settings Visual settingsSelecting ‘Other’ languages When viewing on a standard TV or monitor When viewing on a widescreen TV or monitorAdditional information Additional information ChapterProblem Remedy Additional information TroubleshootingGeneral Additional information Additional information Frequently asked questions What kind of discs can I use for recording?Country/Area code list Additional information Language code listCountry/Area, Country/Area code, Country/Area code letter Message Explanation/Action Cleaning the pickup lens Hints on installationAdditional information Handling discs Storing discsResetting the recorder Making a timer recordingSetting up Moving the recorderDolby Digital Dynamic rangeMpeg audio Mpeg videoAdditional information Specifications TimerSupplied accessories Input/OutputLanguage audio 31, 54 code list 60 DVD menu IndexEnglish Pioneer Corporation