Sylvania DVR91VG manual Features, Recording, Editing, Compatibility, Others

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VCR mode
DVD mode

Before you start

Features

This unit not only plays back DVDs, CDs and VHS tapes but also offers features for you to record on DVD discs and edit them after that. The following features are offered with this unit.

Before you

Recording

DVD mode VCR mode

 

This unit is compatible with both DVD-RW, which is rewritable repeatedly, and DVD-R, which is available for one-time recording only. Also, this unit allows you to record to the videotape. You can choose either one for your convenience.

Recording up to 8 programs:

You can program the unit to record up to 8 programs within a month in advance. Daily or weekly program recordings are also available.

One-touch Timer Recording:

You can easily set recording time as you prefer. Every time [REC/OTR] is pressed during recording, the record- ing time will be increased by 30 minutes up to 8 hours. The unit will automatically turn off when it reached to the recording time you set.

Dubbing mode:

You can copy a DVD disc to a videotape or copy a vid- eotape to a DVD disc. This function will be possible only if the DVD disc or a videotape is not copy protected. You cannot record on a videotape when its record tab is removed.

Left channel stereo recording:

This unit can record the Left channel monaural sound as Left and Right channel sound automatically.

Automatic Chapter marker setting:

You can mark each title of recording with chapter mark- ers as you set in the Setup menu before recording.

Automatic Title menu making (Video mode):

The unit makes title menus automatically when finalizing the disc.

Automatic Playlist making (VR mode):

A Playlist will be prepared from an Original title, so that you can edit titles on a Playlist as you prefer. An Original title is kept as it is.

Automatic finalizing (Video mode):

The unit can finalize discs automatically after finishing all Timer Recordings or when the disc runs out recordable space.

Playback

 

DVD mode

Theater quality sound at your home:

When connecting the unit to an amplifier or a decoder

Editing

DVD mode

 

Deleting titles:

You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.

Making your own Playlist (VR mode):

With the original remains as it is, you can edit titles on Various playlist as you prefer.

Putting names on titles. Setting pictures for thumbnails. Setting/clearing chapter markers. Dividing / Combining titles.

Deleting parts of titles, etc.

Protecting titles (VR mode):

You can prevent accidental editing or title erasing, with protect function.

Compatibility

DVD mode

 

Playback of discs recorded in Video mode on a regu- lar DVD player (Video mode):

Discs recorded in the Video mode can be played back on regular DVD players, including computer DVD drives compatible with DVD-Video playback*. You will need to finalize the discs recorded in Video mode to play them back on other DVD players.

*DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording on DVD-RW/R discs that was approved by the DVD Forum in 2000. Adoption of this format is optional for manufactures of DVD playback devices, and there are DVD-Video players, DVD-ROM drives or other DVD playback devices that do not play back DVD-RW/R discs recorded in the DVD-Video Format.

Others

Progressive Scan system

Unlike conventional interlace scanning, the progressive scan system provides less flickering and higher resolu- tion images than the traditional scanning system does.

Symbol in this Owner’s Manual

The availability of many functions of this unit depends on the disc type or the recording mode.

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

start Connections Getting started Recording Playing discs Editing

which is compatible with Dolby Digital, you can experi- ence the theater-quality sound environment.

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using title, chapter or time search functions.

Start Playback from Original and Playlist (VR mode):

You can play back titles from either an Original title or Playlist.

Virtual Surround System:

You can enjoy stereophonic space through your exciting 2 channel stereo system.

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the Index search/Time search functions. An index mark will be assigned at the beginning of each recordings you make. For Time search function, you can go to a specific point on a videotape by entering the exact amount of time you wish to skip.

Symbol

DVD-V

Video

DVD-RW

VR

DVD-RW

DVD-R

CD

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 VHS tapes

Use only tapes marked with this unit.

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

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

Changing the Setup menu VCR functions Others Español

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Contents Editing Supplied AccessoryChanging the Setup menu VCR functions Others Español Recordable discMake your contribution to the environment PrecautionsLaser Safety Before you startBefore you Precautions cont’dAbout Copyright Installation LocationAvoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire Moisture Condensation WarningWith an AM radio MaintenanceDolby Digital Recording Table of contents Compatibility FeaturesRecording EditingRear Panel Front PanelFunctional overview cont’d Remote ControlEither side of the center approx feet 5m within Installing batteries in the remote controlUsing a remote control VCR / DVD recorder switchingSetup menus Display menu DVD mode First DVDGetting started Recording Playing discs Changing the Editing Setup menu VCRFront Panel Display Guide Display messageAudio OUT Video OUT Plug in the AC power cord of this unitConnections Connection to a TVPlaying discs Connection to a TV cont’dConnection to a cable box or satellite box Before you start Connections Getting started RecordingAudio OUT Connection to an Audio SystemDigital Audio OUT Before you start Getting startedEasy DVD recording Instructions continue on the next page. ENSelect Record Recording Desired On DVD Speed Channel Disc Easy DVD recording cont’dChannel setting Initial settingGetting channels automatically Adding / deleting channels Channel setting cont’dPress Setup Using K / L, select Channel Press Enter Using K / L, select Manual Preset. Press EnterSAP Secondary Audio Program Using K / L, select TV Audio Select. Press EnterUsing K / L, select Stereo or SAP. Press Enter Selecting the TV stereo or SAPPress Setup to exit Press Power to turn off the unit Setting the clockAuto Clock Setting Press Setup Using K / L, select Clock Press EnterManual Clock Setting Setting the clock cont’dChanging the Setup menu Selecting the TV aspect ratio Setting the Daylight Saving TimeUsing K / L, select Daylight Saving Time. Press Enter Using K / L, select TV Aspect. Press EnterRecordable disc RecordingInformation on DVD recording InformationInformation on copy control Information on DVD recording cont’dRestrictions on recording Making discs playable on other DVD player FinalizeChoosing the recording format of a blank disc Formatting a discFormatting a disc cont’d Setting for Auto ChapterReformatting a disc Disc tray guide Basic recording030 Normal Recording 800 One-touch Timer Recording OTRFirst DVD Turn on the unit and load a recordable disc Make sure that the TV input is set on the unitTimer Recording Timer Recording cont’d Priority of overlapped settings Hints for Timer RecordingChanging the Setup menu VCR VCR camcorder etc Settings for an external sourceConnection to an external source Another sourceRecording from an external source Settings for an external source cont’dSetting a disc to protect Changing the Editing Setup menu VCR functions36 EN Using K / L, select Finalize Press EnterFinalizing the discs DVD-RW onlyAuto finalize Press Setup Using K / L, select Recording. Press EnterUsing K / L, select on Press Enter Finalizing the discs cont’dMake sure Dubbing ModeOthers Dubbing Mode cont’dInformation on DVD playback Playing discsGuide Basic playbackPlayback Disc trayBasic playback cont’d Playing discs using the Disc menuPause Playing back discs using the Title menuYou X40 Special playbackResume playback Skipping TV commercials during playbackSlow forward / Slow reverse play Special playback cont’dRapid Play Step by step playbackDuring playback, press Zoom Marker SetupUsing / B, select . Press Enter ZoomTitle / Chapter search Using Skip H / GUsing Display SearchTime search Using / B, select Press EnterSearch cont’d Track searchRepeat playback Repeat/Random/Program playbackRandom play Program play Switching subtitlesRepeat/Random/Program playback cont’d Selecting the format of audio and videoEnter Switching audio soundtrackSwitching virtual surround system Selecting the format of audio and video cont’dType 1 or Type Switching camera anglesUsing K / L, select OFF Visual Noise ReductionInformation on disc editing EditingDeleting titles Editing discs in Video modePress Return and then Return or Stop C to exit Editing discs in Video mode cont’dUsing K / L, select Edit Title Name. Press Enter Putting names on titlesMarker will be added or deleting Setting or clearing chapter markersEditing discs in VR mode Original To exit Editing discs in VR mode Original cont’dSetting titles to protect Using K / L, select Protect Press EnterReleasing titles from protecting You can cancel the title-protecting featureConfirm the indication On OFF. Press Enter Editing discs in VR mode Playlist Dividing a title Editing discs in VR mode Playlist cont’dUsing s / B, select Yes Press Enter Using K / L, select Title Combining. Press EnterCombining titles Deleting a Playlist Adding titles to a PlaylistDeleting parts of titles Editing discs in VR mode Original / PlaylistUsing K /L, select Edit Press Enter Using K / L, select Delete Press EnterReturn You StartYou cannot delete the first Chapter of each title Editing discs in VR mode Original / Playlist cont’dWhen you select Add at , a Playlist DeletePicture for thumbnail will be set. Playlist Setting pictures for thumbnailsChanging the Editing Setup menu VCR functions Others Recording Playing discsTour of the Setup menu Changing the Setup menuSetup Items highlight is the default Contents Language setting Angle Icon Default on Language setting cont’dDisplay setting Press Setup Using K / L, select Display. Press EnterEditing Setup menu Changing Display setting cont’dAudio setting Settings for PCM Default 48kHzPress Setup to exit Audio setting cont’dVideo setting Settings for Dolby Digital Default StreamSettings for Parental lock level Video setting cont’dPress Stop C if you are playing a disc Yes Settings for Parental lock level cont’dPassword has not been set yet Password has been set alreadyRecording Recording and One-touch Timer RecordingVCR functions PlaybackOne-touch Timer Recording OTR Recording and One-touch Timer Recording cont’dIndex search Other operations Remedy TroubleshootingSymptom OthersOr Setup to Symptom RemedyYou press OPEN/CLOSE a Disc MAY not work Troubleshooting cont’dError message Cause Solution 80 ENPanel display RF output switchBefore you start Connections Getting started Each time the RF outputLanguage code GlossaryTuner Frequently Asked QuestionsSpecifications GeneralFácil grabación de DVD EspañolSugerencia 2 Edite el disco grabado Sugerencia 1 Reproduzca el contenido grabadoSe hará una pausa de reproducción y se silenciará el sonido Reproducción con videograbadora86 ES Grabación con temporizador de un toque OTR GrabaciónStop C Funai Corporation Customer ServiceTel Limits and ExclusionsDVD-RW IDVD+R/+RW discs can be played back only on this unitNumber inside the globe refers to region of the world Functions AttributesPlay Back DVD-R or DVD-RW After all recordings, finalize your discSelect any blank line with K / L and press Enter Hints for DVD Recording

DVR91VG specifications

The Sylvania DVR91VG is a versatile and feature-rich digital video recorder that has garnered attention for its user-friendly design and robust capabilities. Designed for modern households, the DVR91VG offers a seamless way to capture, store, and view television content, making it a popular choice among DVR enthusiasts.

One of the standout features of the Sylvania DVR91VG is its dual tuner functionality. This allows users to record two different shows simultaneously while still watching another program, eliminating the frustrations of scheduling conflicts and ensuring that viewers never miss their favorite content. The device supports high-definition recording, providing crisp and clear video quality that enhances the viewing experience.

The DVR91VG comes equipped with a generous hard drive capacity, allowing for the storage of numerous hours of programming. With its easy-to-navigate interface, users can effortlessly manage their recordings, schedule new ones, and delete content to free up space. The device also supports series recording, enabling users to capture entire seasons of their favorite shows automatically.

In terms of connectivity, the Sylvania DVR91VG offers multiple input options including HDMI, USB, and composite outputs. This makes it compatible with a wide range of televisions and external devices. The built-in USB port allows for easy transfer of recorded content to external drives, making it simple for users to back up their favorite shows or movies.

Another notable characteristic of the Sylvania DVR91VG is its compatibility with multiple video formats. This flexibility enables it to play back a variety of media types, including standard and high-definition videos. Additionally, the DVR supports Time Shift Recording, which allows users to pause live TV and resume it later, a great feature for those who need to step away during a program.

The Sylvania DVR91VG is designed with energy efficiency in mind. It operates quietly and has energy-saving modes that minimize power consumption when not in use, making it an environmentally friendly choice.

Overall, the Sylvania DVR91VG blends functionality with modern technology to provide an efficient solution for capturing and enjoying television content. With its array of features and user-centric design, it stands out as a reliable choice for both casual viewers and serious home entertainment enthusiasts.
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