Go-Video R6530 manual DVD Recording FAQ

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:: DVD Recording FAQ

Before you start using the R6530, please take a few moments to review these Frequently Asked Questions. They will help you become acquainted with the technology and the capabilities of the DVD Recorder:

What can I record with my DVD recorder?

Where do I purchase discs? Are they expensive?

R6530 DVD Recorder

You can record programs directly from television (from your antenna, basic cable, cable box or satellite receiver) and from vir- tually any external audio/video source, including camcorders, VCRs, DVD players and more. This unit will not copy Macrovi- sion encoded or other copy protected material.

What kind of discs should I use?

You can only record on DVD+R and DVD+RW discs. DVD+R/ +RW is the most compatible recordable DVD format on the mar- ket today. They are fully compatible with over 95% of existing DVD-Video players and DVD-ROM drives in computers.

What is the capacity of a DVD+R and DVD+RW disc?

4.7GB, or the equivalent of roughly 6 CDs. You can record about one hour at the highest quality (HQ) and about six hours at the lowest quality (SLP) on a single disc.

What is the difference between DVD+R and DVD+RW?

DVD+R is “recordable” and DVD+RW is “rewritable”. With a DVD+R you can record multiple sessions on the same disc, but when the disc is full, you cannot record any more on the disc. The DVD+RW format allows you to record over the same disc literally hundreds of times.

What is DVD-R and DVD-RW? Are they compatible with this recorder?

DVD-R and DVD-RW (written with a dash instead of a plus) are competing recordable DVD formats. You can play DVD-R/-RW discs on this player, but they are not compatible for recording pur- poses.

How do I know how much space is left on my disc for recording?

Load the disc and press Disc Menu to see the percentage of recording time remaining on your disc.

Blank DVD+R and DVD+RW discs are available at most elec- tronics and office supply stores. Prices vary but DVD+Rs can gen- erally be purchased in bulk for less than $1 each.

What format is the DVD recording saved in?

The actual video files are saved in MPEG-2 format.

Can I record in "real time"? Is there a recording buffer?

Yes, you can record from TV or from external video sources to the DVD recorder in real time.

Do I need to format a disc in order to record?

If a disc needs to be formatted, the DVD recorder will do it for you automatically when you load the disc. This takes about a minute and does not require any action on your part.

What are Titles and Chapters?

A DVD disc contains Titles and Chapters, which are similar to the Titles and Chapters of a book. A Title is often a complete movie and is broken down into Chapters, or individual scenes from the movie. If a disc contains multiple Titles, they can be accessed by pressing the Title button. To view the contents of a particular Title, press the Disc Menu button.

How do I set up Titles and Chapters?

The DVD Recorder automatically creates a new Title every time you start a new recording. You can then add Chapters to these recordings manually or have them automatically inserted at 5- minute intervals.

What does "finalizing" a disc do?

Finalizing a disc locks the discs so it can no longer be recorded. It will then be compatible with virtually any DVD player. To close a disc without finalizing it, simply stop recording and eject the disc. You will still be able to record on the disc if there is room for more recordings.

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Contents Page Insert Remote Control Batteries Unpack Your DVD RecorderTable of Contents Help Welcome FeaturesChapter Playable DiscsDVD Recording FAQ Yes, but only if the DVD is not copy protected Player Overview Front Panel ControlsFront Panel Display Remote Control Prog. ScanPress repeatedly to scan backward at variable speeds Rear Panel Basic Setup Basic ConnectionsInitial Setup Advanced Connections Video ConnectionsComponent Video/Progressive Scan Connections Audio/Video Receiver Connections Cable Box Connections Alternative Cable Box Connections Other Audio/Video Connections Basic Recording Recording a TV ProgramBlank Disc Menu Disc Menu with Recordings Recording from an External Device R6530 DVD Recorder Editing during DVD Playback Removing a ChapterHiding a Chapter Showing a Chapter Creating a New ThumbnailFinalizing a Disc DVD+R only Editing from the Disc MenuPlaying a Full Title Erasing a Title DVD+RW onlyTimer Recording Set Date of Recording Enable Timer Recording Basic Disc Playback Playing a DVDAdditional DVD Playback Options About R6530 Disc MenusCD Playback Disc Menu NavigationMP3 Playback To browse to the next or previous page use the / buttonsPhoto CD Playback Zoom Special Disc FeaturesDisplay/Go To TitleSubtitle AudioAngle Repeat Progressive ScanSetup Menu Overview Setup Menu CategoriesSetup Menu Navigation Disc Menu Language Language SettingsOn-Screen/Menu Language Audio Language/FormatTuner/Video Settings Modulator Output Clock/System SettingsOutput Format Set ClockDisc Media Settings Recording Settings Auto ChapterRecording Quality Customer Service Information TroubleshootingR6530 DVD Recorder Technical Specifications VideoWarranty Who Provides the Limited WarrantySafety Important Safety InstructionsPower-Cord Protection Safety/Regulatory Information User/Installer Caution Recommended Media R6530 DVD Recorder Index DVD+R 6, 21 SLP 22 R6530 DVD Recorder