Sylvania DVR90VE Installation Location, Moisture Condensation Warning, About Copyright

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Before you start

Precautions (cont’d)

Installation Location

For safety and optimum performance of this unit:

•Install the unit in a horizontal and stable position. Do not place anything directly on top of the unit. Do not place the unit directly on top of the TV.

•Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away from sources of intense heat. Avoid dusty or humid places. Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for proper heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes on the sides of the unit. Avoid locations subject to strong vibra- tion or strong magnetic fields.

Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.

• Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it

from AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug.

Symbol

DVD-V

Video

DVD-RW

VR

DVD-RW

DVD-R

CD

MP3

VCR

First: DVD (Press:)

First: VCR (Press:)

Description

Available to DVD Video discs

Available to DVD-RW in Video mode

Available to DVD-RW in VR mode

Available to DVD-R discs

Available to Audio CDs

Available to CD-R/RW discs with MP3 files

Available to VHS tapes

Use only

cassettes marked

with this unit.

 

Indicates that you need to select the DVD mode by pressing DVD button on the remote control before proceeding next step.

Indicates that you need to select the VCR mode by pressing VCR button on the remote control before proceeding next step.

• If by accident water is spilled on this unit, unplug the

power cord immediately and take the unit to our

Authorized Service Center for servicing.

• Do not put your fingers or objects into the unit cassette

holder.

Moisture Condensation Warning

Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place, or after heating a cold room or under conditions of high humidity. Do not use this unit at least for 2 hours until its inside gets dry.

About Copyright

Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of discs are prohibited.

This product incorporates copyright protection technolo- gy that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise autho- rized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Notice for progressive scan outputs

Consumers should note that not all high definition televi- sion sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 525 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the ‘standard defin- ition output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 525p DVD recorder, please contact our customer service center.

Symbol in this owner's manual

Many functions of this unit are depending on the disc type or the recording mode.

To specify for what disc type or recording mode each function is, we put the following symbols at the beginning of each item to operate.

Maintenance

SERVICING

•Please refer to relevant topics on the Troubleshooting Guide on pages 97-99 before returning the product.

•If this unit becomes inoperative, do not try to correct the problem by yourself.There are no user-serviceable parts inside.Turn off, unplug the power plug, and please call our help line mentioned on the front page to locate an Authorized Service Center.

CLEANING THE CABINET

•Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use a solution containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasive.

CLEANING DISCS

•When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth.Wipe the disc from the center out. Do not wipe in a circular motion.

•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commer- cially available cleaners, detergent, abrasive cleaning agents or antistatic spray intended for analogue records.

CLEANING THE DISC LENS

•If this unit still does not perform properly although you refer to the relevant sections and to “TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE” in this Owner’s Manual, the laser optical pickup unit may be dirty. Consult your dealer or an Authorized Service Center for inspection and cleaning of the laser optical pickup unit.

DISC HANDLING

•Handle the discs so that fingerprints and dust do not adhere to the surfaces of the discs.

•Always store the disc in its protective case when it is not used.

AUTO HEAD CLEANING

•Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a cassette, so you can see a clear picture.

•Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while the TV program reception is clear. Dirt accumulat- ed on the video heads after a long period of use, or the usage of rental or worn tapes can cause this problem. If a streaky or snowy picture appears during playback, the video heads in the unit may need to be cleaned.

1.Please visit your local Audio/Video store and purchase a good quality VHS Video Head Cleaner.

2.If a Video Head Cleaner does not solve the problem, please call our help line mentioned on the front page to locate an Authorized Service Center.

NOTES:

•Remember to read the instructions along with the video head cleaner before use.

•Clean video heads only when problems occur.

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Contents Supplied Accessory Remote control RF cable NB108UD WPZ0901TM002 WPZ0102TM015 or With two AA batteriesPrecautions Laser SafetyBefore you start Model No Serial NoPrecautions cont’d S2898AInstallation Location MaintenanceMoisture Condensation Warning About CopyrightTable of contents Features 22 2120 Functional overview1211 Functional overview cont’d VCR/DVD recorder Switching IndicatorVCR button DVD buttonSETUP/DISC/CD menu Details are on Indicates a disc type and a format mode Display menuFirst DVD First VCRDisplay message Disc type and Current status of the unitRecording speed Title/Track and Chapter markPlug in the AC power cord of this unit ConnectionsConnection to a TV If your TV is not compatible with progressive scanningConnection to a cable box or satellite box SuppliedTo select channels of the cable box or satellite box To playback a DVD disc or a tapeConnection to an Audio System Getting started Easy DVD recordingEasy DVD recording Cont’d ChannelChannel setting Getting channels auto- maticallyChannel setting cont’d Select Manual Preset using Buttons, then press Enter buttonManual Preset menu will appear Select Channel using K / L Buttons, then press Enter buttonSelecting the TV stereo or SAP Option window will appearOutputs main-audio Secondary Audio ProgramAuto Clock Setting Clock settingSelect Setup using / B but Clock setting cont’d Manual Clock SettingSelect Clock Setting using Buttons, then press Enter button Press Enter button againClock menu will appear, then the settings will be activated Select OFF using K / L buttons, then press Enter buttonSelect on or OFF using Buttons, then press Enter button Setting the daylight sav- ing timeDaylight Saving Time options will appear Selecting the TV aspect ratio Refer to the Note on thisIf you have a standard TV If you have a widescreen TVRecording Information on DVD recordingInformation Recording speedVR mode Video modeInformation on DVD recording cont’d Information on copy controlSettings for the recording format to a blank disc SETUP/DISC menu will appear ScreenSelect Setup using / B Setup Menu Setup RecordingSelect Auto Chapter using DefaultPress Setup button to exit Setup menu Formatting a disc cont’dSelect Yes using / B but- tons, then press Enter but- ton Select Format using K / L buttons, then press Enter buttonReformatting a disc Formatting is completeBasic recording Basic recording cont’d Checking the recording picture qualityXP SP LP First DVD Press REC Monitor button again to exitOne-touch timer recording Timer recording Timer recording cont’d Press Enter button when all information required is enteredPress Power button to turn off To stop the timer recording in processHints for timer recording Priority of overlapped settingsDuring timer recording or timer standby To cancel the timer standby mode, press Power buttonConnection to an external source Settings for an external sourceSelect the input jack type to connect, then Settings for an external source cont’d Select a recording speed using REC Speed button. Refer toRecording from an external source Recording speed on page 26 for DVD or page 94 for VCRDubbing Mode Instructions continue onSpeed using REC Speed button Make sure to select a recordingPress VCR VCR to DVD duplication will startSelect Disc using / B buttons, then press Enter button Finalizing the discsSelect Yes, then press Enter button Finalizing is completeDisc will be protected Setting a disc to protect58% Writing to Disc Playing discs Information on DVD playBasic playback PlaybackWhen selecting track Basic playback cont’dFor MP3 playback Press Play B button to start playingPlaying discs using the disc menu Playing discs using the title menu First DVD Press TOP Menu buttonTOP Menu button Press TOP Menu button to exit the title menuResume play Special playbackFast forward / Fast reverse Special playback cont’d Skipping TV commercials during playPause During playback, press CM Skip buttonStep by step playback Slow forward / Slow reverse playPress Skip G button repeatedly To play step by step back- wardMarker Setup ZoomUsing Skip H / G buttons Using Display buttonSearch Title/Chapter searchSearch cont’d Track searchTime search Able only in the same track orRepeat play Repeat/Random/Program playRandom play Repeat/Random/Program play cont’d Program playSwitching audio soundtrack Audio soundtrack will switch. DVD-RW VR modeSelecting the format of audio and video DVD-VideoSwitching subtitles Selecting the format of audio and video cont’dDuring playback, press DIS Play buttonSwitching camera angles Reducing block noiseEditing discs in Video mode EditingInformation on disc editing Guide to a title listEditing discs in VR mode Information on disc editing cont’dEditing original titles Editing playlistsEditing DVD-RW discs in Video mode First DVD Press Setup button. SelectDeleting titles Titlelist will appear ScreenEditing DVD-RW discs in Video mode cont’d Putting names on titlesName you entered will be activated for the title This operation may take aSelect Chapter Mark using Setting or clearing chapter markersChapter marker will be added Editing DVD-RW discs in VR mode Original Original list will appearEditing DVD-RW discs in VR mode Original cont’d Deleting parts of titlesSelect Delete using K / L buttons, then press Enter button Window for entering a title name will appear Name you entered will beActivated for the title Select a desired title using K Select Chapter Mark using Buttons, then press Enter buttonEnter button Original menu will appear Option window will appear. AddSetting pictures for thumbnails Selected will be deletedDelete While to be completedPleted, press Setup button Button TonPicture for thumbnail will be SetSetting titles to protect Titles protecting feature once pro- tected First DVD Select a desired title using KReleasing titles from protecting You are allowed to releaseEditing DVD-RW discs in VR mode Playlist Select PlayList using / B buttons, then press Enter buttonPlaylist menu will appear Playlist will appearEditing DVD-RW discs in VR mode Playlist cont’d Be increasedThen press Enter button Cursor will move to Preview You can check a previewOriginal/PlayList menu will appear Screen Select PlayList using / BPlaylist will appear When you finish entering a title name, press Enter button Select Edit Title Name using K / L buttons, thenDisc Edit Playlist Edit Title Name Disc Setting Select Edit using K / L but- tons, then press Enter but Playlist will appear Picture for thumbnail will be Playlist as you prefer Select Add New Title using Adding titles to a PlaylistYou can add or delete a title B buttons, thenPlaylist can be deleted if no longer needed Deleting a PlaylistPlaylist will be erased Editing DVD-R discs Select Title Delete using KYou cannot select Chapter Mark Select Yes using / B but- tons, then press Enter but Ton Editing DVD-R discs cont’dChanging the Setup menu Tour of the Setup menuPress Setup button to display SETUP/DISC menu Settings for LanguageOnly the languages supported by the disc can be selected Settings for Language cont’d Settings for Display Setup DisplaySettings for Display cont’d OSD Background Transparency Default 35%OSD Background Color Default 1 Green OSD Language Default English Set the language for OSDSettings for Audio Settings for Audio cont’d Settings for Parental lock level Settings for Parental lock level cont’d Recording and One-touch timer recording Press Stop button when the recording is completedVCR functions PlaybackOne-touch timer recording Index searchTape Every time a tape is recordedCounter Reset When you playback a tape recorded in Hi-Fi stereoOther operations Press g/h buttons to start time searchTroubleshooting PowerOthers PictureRecording/Timer recording/Editing Troubleshooting cont’dPlayback Remote control OthersSelect channel 3 on your TV RF converter outputPress VIDEO/TV button on the remote con- trol Language code 101Glossary Specifications Receivable channelsRF Converter Converter outputEspañol Fácil grabación de DVD¿Qué son títulos y capítulos? Puede editar lo siguiente de la lista de títulosOriginal y Playlist modo VR ¿Qué significa Original o Playlist?Reproducción con videograbadora Presione VCRColoque una cinta pregraba- da y presione el botón Play Presione el botón Stop C para detener la reproducciónGrabación Grabación con temporizador de un toqueLimited Warranty
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