Samsung DVD-VR329 instruction manual Before Reading User’s Manual, General Features

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Getting Started

General Features

The DVD-VR329 allows you to record and play high quality digital video on DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs. You can record and edit digital video on DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/ DVD±R discs as if they were VCR tapes.

High quality digital audio and video recording and playback

You can record up to approximately 16-hours of video on a double side 9.4 GB DVD-RAM disc,up to 15-hours on a dual-layer 8.5GB DVD±R disc, and up to 8-hours on a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc, depending on the recording mode.

Creating DVD video titles using DVD±RW/DVD±R discs

With the DVD-VR329, you can create your own DVD video titles on 4.7 GB DVD±RW/DVD±R or 8.5GB DVD±R discs.

A Variety of Recording Options

Select an appropriate recording mode between XP, SP, LP and EP to meet your recording needs. (See page 59.)

XP mode - High quality, about 1 hour

SP mode - Standard quality, about 2 hours

LP mode - Low quality, about 4 hours

EP mode - Lower quality, about 6 or 8 hours

-The dual layer DVD±Rs have approximately double the capacity of single layer DVD±Rs. (See page 42.)

Copying digital camcorder content using DV input jack

Record digital camcorder images onto DVD-RAM/DVD± RW/DVD±R discs or video tape using the DV input jack (IEEE 1394-4pin). (See page 61.)

High quality progressive scan

Progressive scanning provides high resolution and flicker free video. The 10-bit 54-MHz DAC, 2D Y/C Separating cir- cuitry and Time Base Corrector processor technology pro- vide you with the highest image playback and recording quality. (See page 20.)

Component progressive scan output video is available in both DVD and VCR modes.

A variety of functions with easy-to-use user interface

Integrated menu system and messaging functionality allow you to perform the desired operations easily and conve- niently. With a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW(VR mode) disc, you can edit recorded images, create playlist, and edit video in specific sequence according to your needs.

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All rights reserved; No part or whole of this user’s manual may be reproduced or copied without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Co.

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User’s Manual

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in DVD or DVD-R/DVD-RW(V)/+R

 

discs that have been recorded

 

 

 

 

and finalized.

 

 

 

 

RAM

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in DVD-RAM.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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in DVD-RW.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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in DVD-R.

 

 

 

 

 

 

+RW

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in DVD+RW.

 

 

 

 

 

 

+R

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in DVD+R.

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD

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in a data CD (CD-R or CD-RW).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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in CD-R/-RW or DVD±R/±RW/

 

 

-RAM discs.

 

 

 

 

 

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MP3

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-RAM discs.

 

 

 

 

 

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About the use of this user’s manual

1)Be sure to be familiar with Safety Instructions before using this product. (See pages 2~5)

2)If a problem occurs, check the Troubleshooting. (See pages 91~93)

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Contents DVD-VR329 Getting Started FCC Note for U.S.APrecaution Important Safety InstructionsMaintenance of Cabinet Handling CautionsDisc Specifications Disc Storage DVD-RW VR mode ProtectionContents Playing back an Audio CD CD-DA Repeat Playback of an Audio/MP3 DiscGeneral Features Before Reading User’s ManualClassified as a Date Once, Daily or Weekly Recording mode XP high quality mode, SP stanDard quality mode, LP long recording mode, EP extended mode Step Description Front PanelFan AccessoriesCheck for the supplied accessories below Power Button Number Button 100+ Button TV Power Button 22. TV/VCR Button Marker ButtonCancel Button Play LIST/TITLE Menu Button Timer REC ButtonConnecting & Setting Up Quick OverviewConnect the antenna to the DVD Recorder Connecting the Antenna CableAntenna + DVD Recorder & VCR + TV No Cable box Connections Connections Connecting the Video Cable Connecting to a Video input jackConnecting to an S-Video input jack With the unit in stop mode, press the P.SCAN but Connecting to Component video input jacks Y,PB,PRElement into black and WhiteY, bluePB, redPR Connecting the Audio Cable Connecting to your TVSelect one of the Audio connections on the following pages This connection will use your TV’s speakersConnecting to a stereo amplifier with analog input jacks Connecting to an AV amplifier with a digital input jack Front panel of the DVD Recorder & VCR Connecting External DevicesYou can also use the AV 2 in jacks on Connecting a Camcorder to the AV 2 in jacks If the AV 2 In input source is not selectedInput SEL. button to select proper input Connecting a Camcorder to the DV in jackIf the input is not selected automatically, use Install Batteries in the Remote Control If the remote control does not operate properlySetting the Remote Control Brand CodesEnter Button On-Screen Menu Navigation…/†,œ /√ Buttons Time Zone Auto Clock SetClock Data CH Manual Clock Set Daylight SavingPress the …† buttons to select Manual Clock Set, then press the Enter or √ buttonChannel Set Auto Channel MemoryPress the …† buttons to select Channel Set TV, then press the Enter or √ buttonChannel Add/Delete RF Output ChannelPress the …† buttons to select Channel Set, then Press the Enter or √ buttonSetting Up Language Options Setting Up the Audio Options Enter or √ button Audio setup menu will be displayedDigital Output Dynamic CompressionTV Aspect Input LevelBlack Level 3D Noise ReductionSetting Up the Parental Control Menu button on the remote controlPassword. Enter your password again, About the Rating LevelVCR Setting About the Change PasswordPress the …† buttons to select System, then Press the …† buttons to select VCR, then pressVideo Input Tape LengthAuto Play Auto RepeatDVD EP Mode Time CreatorMenu after this recording? is displayed Quick RecordingPress the REC button to start recording Before Playing Region code DVD-Video onlyDisc types that can be played Read the following information before playing a discPlaying a Disc Discs that cannot be playedTitle Menu Using the Disc MenuUsing the Search & Skip Functions Moving to a scene directly using the Anykey Slow Motion PlayStep Motion Play Slow Motion Play DVD-VIDEO / DVD-RAM / DVD±RW / DVD±RTo return to normal playback Repeat PlaybackPlaying RepeatedlyRepeat Playback Selecting the Audio language Using the Anykey buttonSelecting the Subtitle language Using the Angle button Changing the CameraAngle Press the …† button to select the desired anglePress the Cancel button to delete the selected bookmark When the disc tray is opened and thenPlaying back a Bookmark Clearing a BookmarkClearing a Marker Using the MarkersPlaying back a Marker Buttons on the Remote Control used for CD playback Play mode iconPlaying an Audio CD CD-DA Audio CDCD-DA Screen ElementsInsert an MP3 disc into the disc tray Playing back an MP3 DiscMP3 Screen Elements Repeat mode will be highlighted Audio/MP3 DiscDuring playback, press the Anykey button Press the œ √ buttons to select a desired PlayTo Program Tracks Press the Stop button on the remote control Playing the VCRTracking Or on the front panel of the unitVHS Playback Frame AdvanceFps/Review SkipEnd Search Scan or Reverse Intro Scan, then pressBefore Recording Recordable discsRecording Mode DVD-RAM/-RWVR modeRecording Formats Unrecordable videoContent Protection for Recordable Media Cprm XPHigh, approx hour SPStandardApprox hours LPLow, approx hours EPExtended Play, approx hours/8hoursRecording from External Devices DV Input jackTo stop recording Making a One TouchRecording OTR Recording mode DVD Recording mode VCRIf the timer settings overlap To return to the previous menuEditing the Scheduled Record List List, then press the Enter or √ buttonBasic VCR Recording Before startingPausing / Resuming To Watch a Different Channel from the One being RecordedWatch a different media during record- ing To Add Recording TimeTo copy from DVD to VCR Direct copy DVD to VCRPress the …† buttons to select Edit Copylist Press the …† buttons to select desired copylistPress the …† buttons to select VCR--DVD, then To copy from VCR to DVDDirect copy VCR to DVD Playing the Title List Using the Title List buttonUsing the Menu button Free Space Function Press the …† buttons to select Play to playTitle list, then press the Enter button Press the Stop button to stop playingRenamingLabeling a Title Press the …† buttons to select a Title you want toDelete, then press the Enter or √ button Press the …† button to select Delete, then pressLocked status LockingProtecting a TitlePress the …† buttons to select Protection, then Deleting a Title Deleting a Section of a TitleDelete in the Title List, then press the Enter or √ ButtonDelete from the Title List, then press the Enter Press the …† buttons to select Edit, then pressEnter or √ button Edit Title List screen is displayed Press the Enter button at the starting pointEditing a Chapter Press the …† buttons to select a title containing aChapter you want to edit, then press the Enter Chapter Edit Screen ElementsPress the œ √ buttons to select Delete All, Follow steps 1 to 3Playback related buttons Dividing a Title Creating a Playlist Press the …† buttons to select New PlaylistMake Scene screen is displayed Enter button at the start PointPlaying Titles in the Playlist Renaming a Playlist TitlePress the …† buttons to select Play, then press Enter or √ button Playlist titles will be played backEditing a Scene for the Playlist Press the …† œ √ buttons to select the scene You want to modify, then press the Enter buttonPress the …† buttons to select Modify, then Press the Enter button Modify Scene screen is displayedEnter button Add Scene screen is displayed Press the …† buttons to select Move, then pressPress the …† buttons to select Add, then press Copying a Playlist Title to the VCR Press the …† buttons to select Delete, thenDisc Manager Deleting a Playlist Title from the PlaylistEditing the Disc Name Press the œ √ buttons to select Yes, then pressDisc Protection Press the …† buttons to select Disc ProtectionFormatting a Disc Finalizing a discUnfinalizing a disc V/VR mode DVD-RVDelete All Title Lists Press the …† button to select Disc UnfinalizeWant to unfinalize disc? Press the …† button to select Delete All TitleEdit Compatible Press the …† buttons to select Disc ManagerPress the …† buttons to select Edit Compatible Title Menu buttonReference Power turns on Timer recording doesNo response Forget the password Input is displayedTroubleshooting DVD Troubleshooting VCR Problems and Solutions Display error Message Problem Explanation / Solution Specifications GeneralInput Audio OutputSamsung DVD Recorder & VCR Contact Samsung World Wide Samsung Electronics AMERICA, INC