FUNAI PY90VG owner manual Features, Start Connections Getting started

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VCR mode

Before you start

Features

This unit not only plays 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 DVD+RW/DVD-RW, which is rewritable repeatedly and DVD+R/DVD-R, which is available for recording once. You can choose either one for your convenience. Even if you choose DVD-RW/R discs, these discs will automatically be recorded in the DVD+VR mode.

Up to 8 program recording:

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

One-touch Timer Recording:

You can easily set a recording time as you prefer. Every time [RECORD], [DVD REC] or [VCR REC] is pressed during recording, the recording time will be increased by 30 minutes up to 6 hours for DVD, and 8 hours for VCR. The unit will automatically turn off when the recording time you set is reached.

You can set/clear chapter marks on titles.

Hiding unwanted chapters:

To keep others from playing back some chapters without permission, you can hide chapters.

Setting pictures for thumbnails:

You can change pictures for thumbnails.

Dividing titles (DVD+RW/DVD-RW only):

You can divide a title into two or more.

Putting name on disc:

You can put your favorite disc name.

Compatibility

DVD mode

Available for playing discs on a regular DVD player:

Recorded discs can be played on regular DVD players, including computer DVD drives compatible with DVD- Video playback. You will need to finalize the discs recorded on DVD+R/DVD-RW/DVD-R discs to play in other DVD players.

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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 sound of the Left channel mon- aural input as Left and Right channels automatically.

DVD mode

Automatic Chapter mark setting:

Chapter marks will be put on recordings as you set in the Setup menu before attempting to record.

Automatic Title list making:

The unit makes a title list with the index automatically.

Automatic finalizing (DVD+R, DVD-RW/R only):

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

Play

DVD mode

Theater surround sound in your home:

When connecting the unit to an amplifier or a decoder which is compatible with Dolby Digital, you are allowed to experience the theater surround sound from discs with surround sound system.

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the search function. Search for a desired point on a disc by title, chapter or time.

Virtual Surround System:

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

Playing back on MP3/WMA disc:

You can enjoy MP3/WMA files which are recorded on CD-RW/R.

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.

Editing

DVD mode

Deleting titles:

You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.

Putting names on titles:

You can put your favorite names on titles.

Setting / Clearing chapter marks:

Others

Progressive Scan system

Unlike conventional interlace scanning, the progressive scan system provides less flickering and images in higher resolution than that of traditional television signals.

Symbols used in this Owner’s Manual

To specify for what disc type each function is, we put the following symbols at the beginning of each item to operate. *DVD-RW (VR mode) disc is not played in this unit.

Symbol

Description

 

DVD-V

Refers to DVD-Video discs

DVD+RW

Refers to DVD+RW discs

DVD+R

Refers to DVD+R discs

DL

Refers to DVD+R DL discs

DVD+R

+VR

Refers to DVD-RW discs recorded

DVD-RW

with DVD+VR mode

+VR

Refers to DVD-R discs recorded

DVD-R

with DVD+VR mode

Video

Refers to DVD-RW discs

DVD-RW

(Video mode, Finalized)

Video

Refers to DVD-R discs

DVD-R

(Video mode, Finalized)

CD

Refers to Audio CDs

 

 

WMA

Refers to CD-R/RW discs with WMA

files

 

MP3

Refers to CD-RW/R discs with MP3

files

 

Video CD

Refers to Video CDs

 

Refers to VHS tapes

VCR

Use only

tapes marked with

 

this unit.

 

Indicates that you need to select the DVD

First: DVD mode by pressing [DVD ] on the remote

(Press:)

control before proceeding next step.

First:

 

Indicates that you need to select the VCR

VCR

mode by pressing [VCR ] on the remote

(Press:)

 

 

control before proceeding next step.

 

 

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Contents Two AA batteries Or WPZ0102LTE01 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 WarningDolby Digital Recording MaintenanceWith an AM radio Light appears through digital camera, the remote is workingTable of contents Start Connections Getting started FeaturesUnit can also be turned on by pressing these buttons Functional overviewFront Panel Rear PanelFunctional overview cont’d Remote Control10 EN Installing batteries in the remote controlUsing a remote control VCR/DVD recorder switchingSetup menus Display menu DVD mode First DVD12 EN VCR functions Others Front Panel Display Guide14 EN Plug in the AC power cord of this unitConnections Connection to a TVConnection to a cable box or satellite box Connection to a TV cont’dDigital Audio OUT Connection to an Audio System16 EN Audio OUTEasy DVD recording Getting startedInstructions continue on the next page. EN Select Record Desired On DVD Channel Disc Easy DVD recording cont’dGetting started Initial settingChannel setting Getting channels automaticallyAdding/deleting channels Channel setting cont’d20 EN SAP Secondary Audio Program Outputs sub-audio Press Setup Using K / L, select Required Settings. Press OKUsing K / L, select Stereo or SAP. Press OK Selecting the TV stereo or SAPAuto Clock Setting Setting the clock22 EN Manual Clock Setting Setting the clock cont’dSelecting the TV aspect ratio Setting the Daylight Saving Time24 EN Information Recording modeRecording Information on DVD recording26 EN Information on DVD recording cont’dReplacing disc menu Setting for Auto ChapterSetup Before recordingDisc tray guide Basic recording28 EN Turning the power off UsingDVD REC and Stop C Space for the time you set When the recording finishesStandby mode First When the unit reachesSetup Timer Recording30 EN Recording Playing discs Editing Timer Recording cont’dPress Timer SET Each error number meansPriority of overlapped settings Hints for Timer Recording32 EN Overwriting in the middle of the title Overwriting from the beginning of the titleHints for Overwriting Overwriting an existing title cont’d34 EN VCR camcorder etc Settings for an external sourceConnection to an external source Another source36 EN Settings for an external source cont’dSetting a disc to protect Recording from an external sourceDVD-RW only Finalizing a discAuto finalizing Playing the discs in other DVD players cont’d38 EN Make sure Dubbing ModeUsing K / L, select Dubbing Mode. Press OK Option window will appear40 EN Information on DVD play Playing discsStop C Basic playbackPlayback 42 ENPlaying MP3/WMA disc Basic playback cont’dStarted 44 EN Playing discs using the disc menuPlaying discs using the title menu PauseSkipping TV commercials during play Fast forward / Fast reverseX40 Slow forward / Slow reverse play Special playback cont’dRapid play Step by step playbackZoom Marker SetupTitle/Chapter search Using Prev H / Next GUsing Display SearchTime search When inserting Audio CD disc When inserting MP3/WMA filesSearch cont’d Track search50 EN Repeat/Random/Program playbackRepeat playback Random playbackProgram playback Switching subtitlesRepeat/Random/Program playback cont’d Selecting the format of audio and video52 EN Switching audio soundtrackSwitching virtual surround system Selecting the format of audio and video cont’dReducing block noise Switching camera anglesGuide to a title list Editing discs Setup menuEditing Information on disc editingDeleting titles Editing discsPutting names on titles Editing discs cont’d56 EN Beforeyou Setting chapter marksPrev H / Next G, REW Clearing chapter marks Using K / L, select Delete All. Press OK58 EN Title to Hidden Hidden is displayed in a Using K / L, select Current Chapter. Press OKWhen you make all chapters Hiding chaptersPress Return to exit Setting pictures for thumbnails60 EN Picture for thumbnail will be setNumber of recording chapter Dividing a titleYou can divide one title into two new titles F.FWD D for finding Point to be divided62 EN Editing discs Setup menuUsing K / L, select Edit Disc Name. Press OK Putting name on discUsing K / L, select Disc Protect OFF ON. Press OK Editing discs Setup menu cont’dSetting or releasing disc protect Setting disc to protect First DVDReleasing disc from protect First DVD Setting or releasing disc protect contdUsing K / L, select Disc Protect. Press OK 64 ENMaking edits compatible Using K / L, select EraseUsing K / L, select Make Edits Compatible. Press OK Erasing disc66 EN Changing the Setup menuTour of the Setup menu Setup Items highlight is the default ContentsStarted Recording Playing discs Language settingChanging the Editing Setup menu VCR functions Others Before you start Connections Getting68 EN Language setting cont’dDisplay setting Press Stop C if you are playing a discAudio setting Display setting cont’d70 EN Audio setting cont’dSettings for PCM Default 48kHz Settings for Dolby Digital Default StreamUsing K / L, select on Progressive Scan Default OFFUsing K / L, select Video. Press OK Using K / L, select Progressive Scan. Press OKYes Settings for Parental lock levelPassword has not been set yet Password has been set alreadyPress Setup Using K / L, select CD Playback Mode. Press OK Settings for Parental lock level cont’dSettings for PBC Playback Control PBC Video CD only Default onRecording Recording and One-touch Timer RecordingVCR functions PlaybackxxxxXxxx One-touch Timer Recording OTRIndex search Other operations Searchxxxxcont’d76 EN Others TroubleshootingxxxxSymptom Remedy Timer Recording is not completedYou press OPEN/CLOSE a Troubleshootingxxxx cont’dSymptom 78 ENBefore you start Connections Getting started Recording Troubleshooting cont’dCause Solution Not workFor more than Seconds RF output switchError message Cause Solution 80 ENLanguage code GlossaryxxxxSpecifications Frequently Asked Questions82 EN Memo Fácil grabación de DVD Español84 ES Finalización de un disco Sugerencia 1 Reproduzca el contenido grabadoSugerencia 2 Edite el disco grabado ¿Qué son títulos y capítulos?86 ES Reproducción conxxxxvideograbadoraSe hará una pausa de reproducción y se silenciará el sonido VIDEO/TV Grabación y grabación con temporizador de un toque VCRGrabación Grabación con temporizador de un toque OTRFunai Corporation Customer ServiceTel Limits and ExclusionsPress STANDBY-ON Input Mode Names for Common TV BrandsIWe strongly recommend for good recording quality Select any blank line with K/L and press OK Set the Timer Standby modePress repeatedly to select desired recording time After all recordings, finalize your disc
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