Philips DVDR3570H58 user manual Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What kind of disc should I use for recording?

You can only record on DVD±R, DVD±RW or DVD+R DL discs. DVD±R/±RW is the most compatible recordable DVD format in the market today. They are fully compatible with most of the existing DVD-Video players and DVD-ROM drives in computers.

What is the capacity of a DVD±R and DVD±RW?

4.7GB, or equivalent to six CDs. You can store only one hour of recording on a single disc at the highest quality (DVD standard) and about 8 hours recording at the lowest quality (VHS standard). The recording mode indicates the number of hours that can fit on a single disc.

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

DVD±R is ‘recordable’ and DVD±RW is “erasable” and “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 allows you to record over the same disc repeatedly.

Can I copy a VHS tape or DVD from an external player?

Yes, but only if the VHS tape or DVD is not copy protected.

What is DV?

Using DV, also known as i.LINK, you can connect a DV-equipped camcorder to this recorder using a single DV cable for input and output of audio, video, data and control signals.

This recorder is only compatible with DV-format (DVC-SD) camcorders. Digital satellite tuners and Digital VHS video recorders are not compatible.

You cannot connect more than one DV camcorder at a time to this recorder.

You cannot control this recorder from external equipment connected via the DV IN socket.

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 movies.

Title

Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter

chapter markers

Programmes are recorded as a single title. They may consist of one chapter or a few chapters within a title, depending on the recording settings.

How do I set up Titles and Chapters?

The 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 a specific intervals.

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Contents Service Premium Home Service EnglishItalia NorgeSerial No Showview is a registered trademark Gemstar Development Corporation.Klass 1 laseraparat English Table of Contents Table of Contents Care and Safety Information Setup precautionsCleaning discs Hard Disk Drive HDD handling careAccessories supplied Product InformationIntroduction Region codesSpecial features Follow TV feature may not work properly on every TV SAT RecordingRemote Control Live TV HDD ListDisc BackUsing the alphanumeric keypad to enter the characters Using the remote controlTo enter a space, press button Main Unit Sockets behind the flapBasic Recorder Connections Connecting the antenna cablesSee ‘ Optional Connections’ for details Connecting the video cable Option 1 Using the Scart socketOption 2 Using the S-Video socket Option 3 Using the Video Cvbs socketOption Option 1 Using the analogue audio sockets Connecting the audio cablesOption 2 Using the digital audio socket Optional Connections Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite ReceiverCable Box Connecting to a VCR or other similar device VCR example onlyConnecting to a VCR and Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Option 1 Using the DV in socket Connecting to a camcorderOption 2 Using the Video In socket Installation and Set-up Before you startDVD recorder is now ready for Alphanumeric keypad 0-9 orUse Control TV Programmes Marking the contents for recording Clearing the Time Shift BufferInstant replay function Pause live TV functionFlexTime function Using the Home menu Press Home on the remote control. The Home menu appearsAbout the Home menu Hard DiskViewing media information HDD InfoDvdr Info USB InfoBefore Recording Recording mediaDVD+R DL DVD+R Double Layer Supported disc type and media speedsDefault recording settings Record mode Off Disable the functionMaximum recording time Auto protect SAT recordingChapters SmartOff StandardRecord a specific section of TV programmes Record TV ProgrammeRecord current TV programme Simultaneous record and play function Helpful Hint Recorder’s timer recordings take Automatic recording from Satellite ReceiverAbout timer recording Timer recording ShowView systemTimer recording manually Select a setting and press OKVPS/PDC To exit, press Timer Showview Make the necessary changes in the respective entry fieldRecord from external devices To pause the recording, press uRecording restarts for recordable DVD only Begin another recording To exit, press Live TVRecording from a DV Camcorder DV control buttons display on the screenHelpful Hints Copy TV programmes from HDD About copyingCopying recordings to recordable DVD Hard disk Recordable DVDChanging the screen display for recordable DVD Appears on the TV Press OK to confirm adapt menu actionCopy files between HDD, USB and DVD Copying files from HDD to USB or recordable DVDCopying files from USB to HDD or recordable DVD Copying files from CD/DVD to HDD or USBPlayback from Hard Disk Hard Disk navigationBasic operation Prev í / NEXTëDelete/Lock/Protect a title in the HDD Repeat hard disk playbackDelete CopyPlayback from USB device Playable discs Playback from DiscStarting disc playback To access the disc menu Playing a DVD video disc Playing a Super Video CDs EnglishTo select the previous or next chapter/title Playing a DVD recordable discSelect the audio album or track to play and press u Playing an audio CD MP3/WMAPlaying a DivX file Additional Playback Features Playing Jpeg photo files slide showZoom RepeatPlaying musical slideshow Photo Content menu appearsSupported Jpeg picture formats File format Creating a photo playlist album Move to Photo Photo foldersMenu, then press Use keys to navigate and press Select to select the photoDeleting an album Editing the albumChanging the album information Pausing playback / slow motion play Selecting another title/ chapter/ trackScan disc Shuffle playRepeat play Repeat playback a specific segment A-BChanging audio soundtrack language Contents in the Time Shift Buffer TSB will be clearedPress Switching camera angles Changing subtitle language Zooming in/outMove to Subtitle language Searching by timeEdit Recordings Hard Disk Changing the title nameSelecting the genre WantVideo editing English Merge/split a specific chapter within a recording MergeMerge the current chapter with the chapter before it Return to the previous screenOnce a title has been divided, it cannot be reversed Dividing titles Hiding unwanted scenesPress the Green button for Stop Hide Divide Divide Edit Recordings Recordable DVD About editing recordable DVDsIndex Picture screen Empty space for recordingMaking the edited DVD±RW compatible Changing the disc/title nameDeleting all recordings/titles Finalising the DVD±R for playback Deleting a recording/titleProtecting the recorded titles DVD±RW Lock/Unlock the disc for playbackYou can choose to lock the recorded disc from viewing Title Hide / ShowYellow button Access title editing menu TitleIndex Pic Use the current scene as the Index PictureSystem Menu Options Press Options on the remote control Tools menu appearsSystem menu navigation Setting will be taken from the initial installation Subtitle language Dual languageSelect the preferred subtitle language for DVD playback Menu languageAccess Child lock Change PIN DisplayFront panel BrightnessTV when you load a VCD/SVCD Replay intervalPlayback directly from the beginning Skip intervalTV shape Active video output Video format Black levelNormal VerticalAudio output Sound mode Night modePCM only Analogue Tuner settings Auto search Follow TV Manual installManual install Preset Use the alphanumeric keypad 0-9 to Preset name Use the alphanumeric keypad 0-9 toDecoder NicamSort channels PreferenceSelect the channel that you want to move and press Want to place the channel and press or OK to confirmDate Country Remote control Eco mode ClockTime 31/01/2007 UseDivXR VOD Screen saverVersion Info Setting up Progressive Scan feature Other InformationCopyright notice Move to Active video output Comp. video YUV in the menuInstalling the latest software Frequently Asked Questions What does ‘finalising’ a disc do? How good is the quality of the recording?What happens when I plug in a USB HDD? Why can’t I rotate the pictures in my device?What types of file does the system support? We support only FAT16 and FAT32, not NtfsTroubleshooting Problem General SolutionNo power Remote control does notNo TV signal received from the recorder Message ‘NO SIGNAL’ or ‘X’ appearsNo picture No soundProblem Playback Solution Problem Recording Solution Message ‘InsertRecordable disc’ appears Message ‘Collision’Contents of the USB flash drive cannot be read Display panel symbols/messages No signal or poor signal strength DVD±R disc is being finalisedInformation on the inserted DVD is displayed on the TV Disc tray is openingGlossary Glossary Specifications 101 TV System Guide 102103 3139 245 Philips Customer Care phone numbers Meet Philips at the Internet104