Pioneer DVR-320 operating instructions Input a name on

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Editing

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A name generated automatically by the recorder will already be in the name input section of the screen.

Use the

buttons to change the cursor

position.

 

• Select CAPS or small to change to upper or lower-

case, or use the CASE SELECTION buttons (

Divide – Divide a chapter into two or more parts: Select the chapter you want to divide. From the following screen use the playback controls ( , ,

,, etc.) to find the point at which you want to divide the chapter. With Divide highlighted, press

ENTER.

).

• You can also use the CLEAR button to delete

characters directly (press and hold for two seconds

to delete the whole name). For other remote control

key shortcuts, see Using the remote key shortcuts to

input a name on page 61.

• For discs formatted on a different DVD recorder, you

will see only a limited character set.

Divide Chapter

Play List

DVD Title 1

Divide

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Play Pause

 

Divide

4Highlight ‘OK’, then press ENTER to fix the name and return to the main Disc Navigator screen.

To return to the main Disc Navigator screen without saving changes to the title name, press RETURN.

5Press RETURN to go back to the Disc Navigator menu options, or select another title to name.

Chapter Edit (Chpt Edit)

VR mode

When editing VR mode DVDs you can edit individual chapters within a title, with commands for erasing, moving, combining and dividing. You can also play individual chapters to check their content.

1Select ‘Chpt Edit’ from the Disc Navigator Play List menu options.

2Select the title that contains the chapters you want to edit, then press ENTER.

After selecting a title, thumbnails of each chapter appear and you’ll see that the Disc Navigator menu items change to the chapter editing commands:

You can keep dividing the chapter as many times as you want (up to 999 chapters per disc). Highlight Back and press ENTER to return to the Chapter Edit screen.

Combine – Combine two adjacent chapters into one: Select the dividing line between two adjacent chapters and press ENTER.

Move – Rearrange chapters: Select the chapter you want to move, press ENTER, then highlight the new location for it, then press ENTER again.

Preview – Preview chapters: Select the chapter you want to play; press STOP to return to the chapter edit screen.

Undo – Undo the last command.

3Press RETURN to get back to the menu options on the left side of the screen.

4To return to the Disc Navigator screen, press RETURN again, or select ‘Back’ from the menu options on the left.

Chapter Edit

Play List

DVD Title 1

1

4 Erase

Divide

Combine 7

Move

Undo

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2

3

5

6

8

9

Back

1/1

Erase – Erase chapters: Select the chapter you want to erase and press ENTER.

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Contents DVR-220DVR-320 LASERPRODUCTCLASS1 Operating Environment POWER-CORD CautionContents Setting up the remote to control your TV Resetting the recorderAdditional information IndexBefore you start Chapter FeaturesBefore you start Before you start Before you start What’s in the box Putting the batteries in the remote controlUsing the remote control DVD-R/RW compatibility General disc compatibilityCD-R/RW compatibility Compressed audio compatibilityPC-created disc compatibility WMA Windows Media Audio compatibilityJpeg file compatibility Original Connecting up Chapter Connecting upRear panel connections Front panel connectionsConnecting up Extra features for use with compatible TVs Connecting up Easy connections Connect the Video Output jack to a video input on your TV Connecting up Using other types of audio/video outputThis enables you to watch discs This enables you to watch and record TV channelsThis enables you to record scrambled TV channels Connect RF antenna cables as shownConnecting up Connecting an external decoder box Scart AV Connector This enables you to listen to multichannel surround sound Connecting up Connecting to an AV amplifier/receiverPlugging Connecting up Connecting other AV sourcesControls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysFront panel STANDBY/ONControls and displays Display Audio Controls and displays Remote controlSubtitle AngleControls and displays Getting started Switching on and setting upGetting started Chapter EnterGetting started Select the TV screen type, ‘Standard 43’ or ‘Wide 169’ Other settings you can makeConnected, or Not Connected, then press Enter Digital, Dolby Digital, DTS or PCM only, then pressGetting started Making your first recording Using the built-in TV tunerPlaying back your recording Changing TV channelsBasic playback Switching between TV and DVDChanging audio channels NicamPlaying DVD discs Press STANDBY/ON to switch onPress OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray Load a disc To stop playback, press StopPlaying Video CD/Super VCDs Playing CDs and WMA/MP3 discsDisplaying disc information on- screen Using the Home MenuStop display UseRecording display Play displayRecording mode Playback Using the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of a discPlayback Chapter IntroductionPlayback Using the Disc Navigator with recordable discsChanging the thumbnail picture for a title Select ‘Play’ from the menu optionsScanning discs Navigating discsScan 1 Scan 2 Scan 3 Scan Scan Scan 2 ScanFrame advance/frame reverse Playing in slow motionSlow 1/2 PressSearch Mode Playback Play Mode menuPlay Mode RepeatProgram play Repeat playRepeat to build up a program list Other Program play functionsClear Playback Displaying and switching subtitlesSwitching DVD soundtracks Switching camera angles Playback 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 qualityRecording equipment and copyright Setting the picture quality/recording timeRecording Restrictions on video recording Load a recordable disc Recording Basic recording from the TVFront panel display shows the channel number Use the Audio button to select the audio channel to recordDirect recording from TV Setting a timer recordingRecording Press Easy Timer Easy Timer RecordingSet the TV channel and recording quality Current time Recording start timePress Timer REC to display the Timer Recording screen Standard timer recordingEnter the timer recording settings Press Enter to set the end timeTo exit the timer recording screen, press Home Menu Timer recording using the Video Plus+ programming systemExtending a timer recording in progress Video Plus+ programming with the power offLUS Code NextProgramming a new end time Canceling and stopping a timer recording in progressMoving the end time by 30-minute blocks You can’t enter a timer program if the clock isn’t set Recording Timer recording FAQSee Connecting up for connection options Simultaneous recording and playbackPress REC when you’re ready to start recording Set up the recorderSee Audio In settings on page 83 for more on these settings Automatic recording from a satellite tunerRecording from a DV camcorder DVR-320 only Also, set the camcorder to VTR modeAV2/L1 In is set to Decoder see AV2/L1 In on Press Home Menu and select ‘DV Record’ from the menuFinalizing a disc Recording from the DV output DVR-320 onlyPlaying your recordings on other DVD players How to change the recorder’s setting Press Home Menu and select ‘Disc Setup’ Select ‘Finalize’Press Home Menu and select ‘Disc Setup’ Select ‘Initialize’ Initializing a DVD-RW discDisc Navigator screen EditingEditing Chapter Disc Navigator menu options Playlist / Original indicatorEditing Play Editing Editing VR mode Original and Video mode contentErase Title Name Ttl NameChapter Edit Chpt Edit Using the remote key shortcuts to input a nameEditing Key Characters ’ ?Erase Section Erase Sec Inserting chapter markers into a titleSelect ‘Erase Sec’ from the Disc Navigator menu options Use TitleErase All Lock / UnlockUndo This erases all unlocked titles from the disc see also LockPress Enter after selecting each character Editing Creating and editing a VR mode Play ListYou can give titles new names of up to 64 characters long Input a name on Original title to put into the Play List CreateMove DivideCombine Press Enter to add the titleSelect ‘Undo’ from the Disc Navigator Play List menu options This command erases all the titles from the Play ListDisc History Chapter Using the Disc HistoryDisc History PhotoViewer Chapter PhotoViewerPlaying a slideshow Reloading files from a discRotating the screen PhotoViewerZooming the screen Disc Setup menu Chapter Disc Setup menuBasic settings Press Home Menu and select ‘Disc Setup’Finalize settings Disc Setup menuInitialize settings Video/Audio Adjust menu Chapter Video/Audio Adjust menuSetting the picture quality for TV and external inputs Choosing a presetSelect the picture quality setting you want to adjust Video/Audio Adjust menuSetting the picture quality for disc playback Audio DRC Black Setup setting applies only when playing Ntsc discsInitial Setup menu Chapter Initial Setup menuUsing the Initial Setup menu Clock SettingPower Save Initial Setup menuInput Line System On Screen DisplayRemote Control Set Tuner settingsSetup Navigator Auto Channel Setting Auto ScanManual CH Setting Auto Channel Setting Download from TVSet Video Plus+ CH Channel SwappingInput Colour System Initial Setup menu Video In / Out settingsAV1 Out AV2/L1Ntsc on PAL TV Audio In settingsNicam Select Tuner LevelAudio Out settings Language settings Subtitle Language Default setting w/Subtitle LanguageAuto Language DVD Menu LanguageSelecting ‘Other’ languages Recording settingsManual Recording Optimized RecPlayback settings Parental Lock Change Password Parental Lock Set PasswordSeamless Playback Parental LockParental Lock Country Code Parental Lock Change LevelAngle Indicator Setting up the remote to control your Resetting the recorderUsing the TV remote control buttons Additional informationAdditional information Screen sizes and disc formats When viewing on a standard TV or monitorWhen viewing on a widescreen TV or monitor General Additional information TroubleshootingProblem Remedy Additional information Problem Frequently asked questionsDV-related messages Additional information About DV DVR-320 onlyCountry code list Additional information Language code listLanguage Language code letter, Language code Country, Country code, Country code letterMessage Handling discs Cleaning the pickup lensStoring discs Damaged discsAdditional information Condensation Hints on installationManual recording modes Moving the recorderAdditional information Glossary Optical digital output Mpeg videoPCM Pulse Code Modulation PBC PlayBack Control Video CD/Super VCD onlyTimer Additional information SpecificationsTuner Input/OutputPIN no Supplied accessoriesAV Connectors 21-pin connector assignment Index Video mode 7, 9, 10, 22, 34, 44, 56, 57, 60, 73, 88, 96 VRB1335-A Pioneer Corporation

DVR-320 specifications

The Pioneer DVR-320 is a versatile and innovative digital video recorder that has garnered attention for its impressive features and user-friendly design. Launched in the early 2000s, it stands out in the DVR market for its ability to blend cutting-edge technology with practicality.

One of the most notable features of the Pioneer DVR-320 is its compatibility with multiple recording formats, including DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM. This versatility allows users to choose the media that best suits their needs, whether for long-term storage or temporary use. The device provides high-quality video recording, ensuring that the content captured is sharp and vibrant.

The DVR-320 is equipped with a built-in digital tuner, enabling users to record live television directly onto a DVD. This feature eliminates the need for separate recording devices and simplifies the process of capturing favorite shows or events. Additionally, the device supports simultaneous recording and playback, allowing users to watch one program while recording another, enhancing multitasking capabilities.

Another key technology featured in the Pioneer DVR-320 is its Time Slip function. This innovative feature allows users to pause live television and rewind to catch missed moments, giving viewers greater control over their viewing experience. This flexibility is particularly appealing for sports fans or viewers wanting to relive critical scenes.

Users will also appreciate the unit's user-friendly interface and remote control, which make navigation straightforward. The on-screen menus are designed for ease of use, ensuring that even those who are not tech-savvy can operate the device without frustration.

In terms of storage, the DVR-320 supports long recording times. With the ability to record in various quality settings, users can choose to maximize recording time or prioritize video quality based on their preferences. The device also includes features like timer recording, which can be programmed to automatically capture shows at specified times.

In summary, the Pioneer DVR-320 is a feature-packed digital video recorder that combines ease of use with advanced recording technology. Its compatibility with various formats, built-in digital tuner, Time Slip functionality, and user-friendly interface make it a noteworthy choice for those looking to enhance their home entertainment systems. Whether for casual viewing or serious recording, the DVR-320 represents a strong option in the realm of digital video recorders.