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2 Way Splitter (provided)

RF Coaxial cable

Red

Yellow

White

Audio video cables are usually color-coded red, white, and yellow.

If your TV has an S- Video jack, connect the S-Video cable (supplied). S-Video provides better video quality than composite video (the yellow jack) because the color part of the signal is kept separate from the black and white part of the signal.

Chapter 1: Connections and Setup

Connection: DVD Recorder + TV

This connection uses the 2-way splitter (provided) so you will be able to watch one program while recording another program.

1.Connect the signal (cable or antenna):

Note: Depending upon how you currently have your TV connected, you’ll have to disconnect the cable from your TV’s Antenna Input jack (sometimes labeled CABLE/ANTENNA) or your VCR’s Input jack before you connect the cable as explained below.

Cable service: If you have cable service via a cable that comes out of the wall, connect the end of that cable to the 2 Way Splitter (provided) — connect the cable to the end of the 2 Way Splitter that only has one connector.

Note: If you have a cable box, go to page 8 for connection instructions.

Off-air antenna: If you use an off-air antenna to get TV programming, connect the antenna’s RF coaxial cable to the end of the 2 Way Splitter that only has one connector.

2.Use the RF Coaxial cable that was packed with your DVD Recorder, and connect one end to the 2 Way Splitter—connect the cable to the end that has two connectors (it doesn’t matter which of the two connectors you use). Connect the other end to the RF ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT jack on the back of the DVD Recorder.

3.Connect another RF Coaxial cable (not supplied) to the other connector that’s available on the 2 Way Splitter. Connect the other end of this RF Coaxial cable to the TV’s Antenna Input jack (sometimes labeled CABLE/ANTENNA).

Connect the DVD Recorder to the TV

4.You need to connect cables to the DVD Recorder’s OUTPUT jacks to the TV’s INPUT jacks in order to see the content from the DVD Recorder.

4a. Connect the audio cables.

A set of audio/video cables was packed with your DVD Recorder. Connect the audio cables to the OUTPUT AUDIO L (left – white) and R (right – red) jacks on the back of your DVD Recorder, and to the corresponding Audio Input jacks on your TV (sometimes labeled AUDIO IN L and R).

4b. Connect the video cable.The cables you use for the video determine the quality of the picture you’ll see on your TV when you’re playing DVDs. For more information about cables and signal quality, go to page 56. Connect the video cable (yellow) to the OUTPUT VIDEO jack on the back of your DVD Recorder, and to the Video Input jack on your TV (sometimes labeled VIDEO IN).

4c. If your TV has an S-Video jack, use the S-Video cable (supplied). Connect one end of the S-Video cable (supplied) to the S-VIDEO jack on the back of the TV and the other end to the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the back of the DVD Recorder.

COMPONENT OUT -Y, Pb, Pr (not shown) If your TV has Component Input Jacks (Y, Pb, Pr), you can achieve even greater picture quality by connecting the DVD Recorder to the TV using these jacks (COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT,Y, Pb, Pr on the DVD Recorder).Component Video Cables not supplied. For more explanation, go to page 4.

Note: If your TV is capable of progressive scan, connect the DVD Recorder to the TV using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT jacks, and slide the PROG SCAN switch to the ON position to see DVD titles (movies) in progressive scan format. If you need more explanation, go to page 5.

5.Attach the AC power cord to the unit.

6.Insert the other end of the AC power cord into an AC outlet (or power strip).

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Contents DVD Recorder User’s Guide Product Registration Important InformationTable of Contents Connections and Setup Things to consider before you connectUnpack the Box Coaxial Audio/video Video Coaxial TV + cable Audio/video Box VideoCoaxial TV + satellite p Audio/video Receiver Video Back of the DVD Recorder Explanation of Input Jacks and CablesComponent Video Y, Pb, Pr Jacks and Cables Video Jacks and CablesExplanation of Jacks from left to right To play a disc To watch one program while you record anotherConnect the DVD Recorder to the TV Connection DVD Recorder + TV4a. Connect the audio cables Way Splitter provided RF Coaxial cableTo the channel you want to watch Tune the TV to its Input 1 channel or Vid 1 channelYellow White Connection DVD Recorder + TV + Basic Cable BoxSatellite Receiver Back of your satelliteThan the one pictured here Connect the satellite receiver to the DVD Recorder Connection DVD Recorder + TV + Satellite ReceiverDVD Recorder Connect the satellite receiver to the TVAdvanced Audio Connection Information Connecting your DVD Recorder to an audio/video receiverComplete the Interactive Setup Install Batteries in the RemoteTurn on the TV and DVD Recorder Select on-screen menu languageChannel List Channel SearchTime Zone Daylight Savings TimeWatch TV What to ExpectTurn on the DVD Recorder to Watch TV Time and Date Main Menu AppearsNext Steps How to find your TV’s Video Input ChannelRCA, GE, and Proscan TVs Other Brands of TVsChapter Explanation of Buttons Remote ControlSkip to the beginning of the preceding chapter or track Clear Removes on-screen menus and displaysProgramming the remote to operate your TV Find out if the remote can operate your TVDirect Entry Automatic Code SearchKnow the mode Using the remote to operate other componentsUnderstanding the Input button Turn on the satellite receiver or cable boxCode ListTVs for TV button Th Remote ControlCode List Cable BoxSatellite Recording, Playback & Features Recording, Playback, & Features Watching TVRecording Timer Recordings Using the different disc menus for recorded titlesAppears Editing the Disc Library’s Contents Recording, Playback & FeaturesDisc Library Other Sorting Options-Show All DiscsPlayback Using the Info Display while playing DVD+R and DVD+RW discsEditing Titles with the Hide Chapter Feature Chapter Regional Coding Playing DiscsTypes of discs you can play To Load and Play DiscsSearch Options Using Different MenusPlayback options Quick Fast Forward and Quick Reverse DVD and Audio CD onlyTime display Track Play Mode Repeat IntroScan Using the On-Screen Info DisplayTime display Chapter Audio Title Subtitles RepeatChapter Icon DVD Time Display DVD,Video CD, and Audio CDSubtitle Icon DVD Hour Seconds MinutesRepeating Titles, Chapters, or Tracks Repeat Icon DVD,Video CD, and Audio CDAB Repeat Audio Icon DVD and Video CDCamera Angle Icon DVD Play Mode Icon Audio CDRandom ProgramPlaying Discs You Recorded DVD+R and DVD+RW IntroScan Icon Audio CDPlayback Control PBC Icon Video CD Creating an mp3 Disc on Your Computer Playing mp3 or Jpeg filesExample of folder list Example of mp3 files Example of Jpeg filesThis page intentionally left blank Menu System Previous menu Remote to access How to navigate through on-screen menusMenu System Overview of the DVD Recorder’s Menu SystemGo to Disc3 Letterbox 3 Standard 16 x TimersUsing Parental Controls SetupLock and Unlock Rating LimitsUnrated Titles To set RatingsRecording Options Memory Card Menu InstallationAdditional Information Troubleshooting General Problems Try unplugging the AC power cord and plugging it backAdditional Information Insert a disc with the label side facing up Playback ProblemsWon’t record Recording/Copying ProblemsCleaning Discs Maintenance of CabinetHandling Cautions Formation of CondensationUnderneath the door Front of the DVD RecorderLimited Warranty Accessory Information How to OrderCoaxial cable DVD RecorderInput Output Page Thomson Inc North Meridian Street Indianapolis, Trademarks Registered Marcas Registradas TocomThomson Inc
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