Pioneer DVR-231-AV Recording Chapter, About DVD recording, Recording time and picture quality

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Recording

Chapter 6

Recording

About DVD recording

This recorder can record on both DVD-R and DVD-RW media. The main difference between the two is that DVD- R discs can only be recorded once, while DVD-RW can be recorded, erased and re-recorded many times.

A further difference between the two disc types is that only DVD-RW can be initialized for VR mode recording, which offers much more comprehensive editing functions compared to Video mode recording.

The big advantage, however, of Video mode is its compatibility with standard DVD players, most of which will not play VR mode DVD-RW discs (see also the notes below).

While DVD-R discs can only be recorded using the Video mode, you can initialize a DVD-RW disc for Video or VR mode recordings. Once initialized (any previous content is erased in this operation), all recordings on that disc will be in the chosen recording mode.

Important

You cannot play, edit or record on unfinalized DVD-R/ RW discs recorded in Video mode on other DVD recorders. (Likewise, unfinalized Video mode discs recorded on this recorder are not playable on other players/recorders.)

This recorder cannot record onto CD-R or CD-RW discs.

Pioneer takes no responsibility for recording failure due to power cuts, defective discs, or damage to the recorder.

Fingerprints, dirt and small scratches on a disc can affect playback and/or recording performance. Please take proper care of your discs.

Note

Some DVD players, such as some Pioneer models, are compatible with VR mode DVD-RW discs. Check the operating instructions for your player for VR mode compatibility information.

The maximum number of titles that can be recorded on a DVD-R/RW disc is 99.

The maximum number of chapters recordable on a DVD-R/RW disc is 999.

Recording time and picture quality

There are six preset recording quality modes:

XP – Highest quality setting, gives about one hour of recording time.

SP (Standard Play) – Default quality, used for most applications, gives about two hours of recording time.

LP (Long Play) – Lower video quality than SP, but doubles the recording time to about four hours.

EP (Extended Play) – Lower video quality than LP, but this gives about six hours of recording time.

SLP (Super Long Play) – Lower video quality than EP, but this gives about eight hours of recording time.

SEP (Super Extended Play) – Lowest video quality, but gives about ten hours of recording time.

Please note that there is a trade-off between recording time and quality. The longer the possible recording time, the lower the recorded picture quality. You may wish to try recording different kinds of program in different modes to determine the combination of picture quality and recording time that suits your needs.

We recommend that the XP mode be used for recording fast moving or action programs.

In all except the XP mode, sound is recorded in two channel Dolby Digital format. When set to XP, sound is recorded in high quality, uncompressed Linear PCM format.

If the broadcast audio has a SAP channel and you are recording in Video mode, or in VR mode on the XP setting, use the AUDIO button to select the Mono, Stereo or SAP audio channel to record before recording starts.

Note

Note that all recording times (both here and those shown by the recorder) are only approximate. This is because of the way that the video is recorded; you may get slightly more or slightly less, depending on what you’re recording.

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Contents DVR-231-SDVR-231-AVDVR-233-S Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Information to UserImportant Safety Instructions POWER-CORD Caution To establish a safe level Once you have established a comfortable sound levelDecibel Level Example Contents Before you start FeaturesBefore you start Chapter What’s in the boxDisc / content format playback compatibility Using the remote controlGeneral disc compatibility DVD-VideoBefore you start Frequently asked questionsDVD-R/RW compatibility CD-R/RW compatibilityConnecting up Chapter Connecting upRear panel connections Front panel connectionsVCR Connecting up Easy connectionsConnecting up Using other types of video output Connecting using an S-video outputConnecting using the component video output Connect RF antenna cables as shown This enables you to watch discs Video OUT Digital COAXIAL1 Connecting up Connecting to an AV amplifier or receiverConnecting up Connecting other AV sources Connecting a VCR or analog camcorderPlugging Controls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysFront panel DisplayControls and displays Remote controlTimer REC Switching on and setting up Getting startedGetting started Chapter Getting started Other settings you can makeUse Your time zoneGetting started Making your first recording Using the built-in TV tunerPlaying back your recording Changing TV channelsChanging audio channels Basic playbackPlaying DVD discs Playing audio CDsPlaying Video CDs Stop display Displaying disc information on- screenRecording display Play displayPlayback Using the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of a discPlayback Chapter IntroductionNavigating discs PlaybackScanning discs Optionally Press EnterFrame advance/frame reverse Playing in slow motionSlow 1/16 Slow 1/8 Slow 1/2 Search Mode Playback Play Mode menuPress Home Menu and select ‘Play Mode’ Enter to navigateSwitching DVD soundtracks Displaying and switching subtitlesRepeat play mode Repeat playSwitching camera angles Switching audio channelsTo display/switch the audio channel, press Audio repeatedly To switch the camera angle, press AngleRecording Chapter RecordingAbout DVD recording Recording time and picture qualityPress REC Mode repeatedly to select a recording setting Setting the picture quality/recording timeRecording Restrictions on video recording Recording equipment and copyrightRecording Basic recording from the TV Setting a timer recordingRecording Enter the timer recording settingsExtending a timer recording in progress Timer recording using the VCR Plus+ programming systemMoving the end time by 30-minute blocks Buttons to changeTimer recording FAQ Canceling and stopping a timer recording in progressProgramming a new end time Playing your recordings on other DVD players Recording from an external componentFinalizing a disc PressInitializing a DVD-RW disc Editing Chapter EditingEditing Titles Title Edit EraseTitle Name EditingNavigation Mark Navi Mark Playback point Currently selected chapter numberLock Editing chapters Chapter EditErase All To lock or unlock, then press EnterCombine DivideInitial Setup menu Chapter Initial Setup menuUsing the Initial Setup menu Basic settingsAuto CH Setup Initial Setup menuTuner Then press EnterManual CH Setup Guide CH SetupOSD Language Remote Control Setup NavigatorDisplay Video settings Initial Setup menu Disc settingsInput Adjust Audio settingsPlayback Adjust Audio Adjust settingAudio Out AudioPlayback settings Initial Setup menu Recording settingsChange Password Set PasswordChange Level Select ‘Level’Language Country/AreaSelect by code letter Use Buttons to Change the code Visual settings Action settingsSelecting ‘Other’ languages When viewing on a widescreen TV or monitor When viewing on a standard TV or monitorAdditional information Additional information ChapterAdditional information Troubleshooting Problem RemedyGeneral Additional information What kind of discs can I use for recording? Additional information Frequently asked questionsAdditional information Language code list Country/Area code listCountry/Area, Country/Area code, Country/Area code letter Message Explanation/Action Hints on installation Cleaning the pickup lensAdditional information Handling discs Storing discsMaking a timer recording Resetting the recorderSetting up Moving the recorderDynamic range Dolby DigitalMpeg audio Mpeg videoTimer Additional information SpecificationsSupplied accessories Input/OutputIndex Language audio 31, 54 code list 60 DVD menuEnglish Pioneer Corporation