Philips HDRW 720/17 manual Disc Manager DM, Adding a disc to the Disc Manager

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Disc Manager (DM)

General information

The 'Disc Manager' is an integrated database in the DVD recorder that remembers all recordings on DVD+RW/+R discs made by this DVD recorder. This gives you a complete overview of your entire video collection at the touch of a button. The Disc Manager gives you quick and easy access to every recording made on with this DVD recorder. The Disc Manager also tells you which film was recorded on which disc and how many unrecorded minutes remain on the discs. And: You can go automatically to the beginning of the selected recording and start playback.

How many discs can I save in the Disc Manager?

You can store up to 999 discs on this DVD recorder. The maximum number of titles is more than 9,000. The maximum number of titles per disc is 49.

Caution when recording with other DVD recorders

Don't use a disc stored in the Disc Manager for recording on other DVD recorders. If you use a disc to record on another DVD recorder, then this disc will no longer be recognized by the Disc Manager. In this case, delete the disc from the Disc Manager's memory and then add it after it has been recorded.

Adding 'child-proof discs'

If you want to add child-proof discs you need to enter the PIN code.

aWhen I insert a disc I see a number on the screen in the index picture screen in the top left-hand corner

bYou have inserted a disc that has already been registered by the Disc Manager.

2Press the DISC MANAGER button on the remote control.

3Select 'Add current disc' using A or B and confirm with C .

4Confirm with OK .

P The disc number will be added to the Disc Manager.

P The disc number is then displayed and the disc tray opens automatically.

The disc is now stored in the Disc Manager under the displayed disc number.

Please write this number on the disc and on the cover.

Why do I need to label the discs?

When searching for unrecorded free space or available recordings, you will asked to insert the appropriate discs (disc numbers).

5To end, press DISC MANAGER .

The DVD recorder will immediately recognize that this disc is saved in the Disc Manager. When this disc is inserted the disc number will appear in the title overview in the top left-hand corner.

Adding a disc to the Disc Manager

You can only add DVD+RW or DVD+R discs to the Disc Manager since other discs do not hold any information on the titles or lengths of the recordings. These discs have to be at least once recorded in the DVD-Recorder. A table of content have to be available.

DVD+R discs can also be finalized. Other discs cannot be added to the Disc Manager.

Recordings are saved automatically

On a disc that has been added to the Disc Manager, you can make new recordings as often as you like using this DVD recorder. The titles of these recordings will be stored in the Disc Manager automatically.

Preparation:

•) Switch on the TV set, and if necessary, select the channel for the DVD recorder (channel 3 or 4).

•) Switch on the DVD recorder.

1Insert the DVD+RW/+R disc that you want to add in the DVD recorder.

 

Disc Manager

Find title

C04

 

Browse discs

 

Disc number001

 

Remove disc

 

Disc number001

 

Add current disc

 

Next free disc number= 001

 

To exit press DM

Removing discs from the Disc Manager

Every DVD+RW/+R is stored with a number in the Disc Manager (DM). You can remove this disc number from the Disc Manager to use the Disc Manager's memory for new discs or to remove damaged discs from memory.

1Press DISC MANAGER on the remote control.

2Select 'Remove disc' using A or B and confirm with C .

 

Disc Manager

Find title

C04

 

Browse discs

 

Disc number001

 

Remove disc

 

Disc number001

 

Add current disc

 

Next free disc number= 001

 

To exit press DM

3Select the disc number with A or B and confirm with OK .

Disc contents are not deleted.

The disc is only removed from the Disc Manager's memory. Its contents remain unchanged.

4To end, press DISC MANAGER .

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Contents Page Notification Benefits of Product Proof of Purchase Product Safety AdditionalRegistering your product guarantees that OwnershipAcknowledgments Following disclaimer applies to this libpng librarySafety Information Important Safety Instructions Table of contents Disc Manager DM Access control Child LockGlossar Code numbers of the remote control Additional user preferencesOverview of functions Functioning of the deviceRemote control HDD Additional TV functions Front of the device Behind the flap at the right corner on the frontBack of the device Recording and playback IntroductionDiscs you can use Playback onlyTechnical data AccessoriesRegional code Can I use a CD lens cleaner in the DVD recorder? Symbols used in these operating instructionsCleaning the discs Therefore, refrain from using a CD lens cleaner discSpecial functions of your DVD recorder ModelHDRW 720/17 Connecting to the antenna Connecting the DVD recorderPreparing the remote control for operation Using your DVD remote control With your TV setConnection with Component Y Pb Pr Cable Connecting to the TVConnecting with a S Y/C cable Please note the color orderSwitch on the TV set Connecting to the ACConnecting with Video Cvbs cable Connection with the antenna cable onlyConnecting additional devices Connecting a cable box with cinch or S cableVideo Y/C-EXT2 jack and the Audio L/R IN-EXT Connecting a camcorder to the front jacks Connecting audio devices to the digital audio jacksConnecting audio devices to the analog audio jacks Installation Initial installationLetterbox What is the language of the subtitles?Switch off the Dealer Demo PanscanTuner mode End with System Menu Additional installation featuresAutomatic TV channel search Too few TV channels have been foundSetting the language Adding and clearing TV channels manuallyCan not select the line Add/Delete Channels Menu Setting the time and date automaticallyPlayback audio Not allowed will appear on the TV screenSetting the time and date Select Manual with B or a 8Confirm with OKSetting up the TV Guide On Screen System TV Guide On Screen SystemGeneral information Connecting the IR Setting up the cable boxFinalize set TV Guide On ScreenSystem GeneralNavigating the TV Guide On Screen System Action buttons in the Listings screen How do I cancel?Listings screenThe Sort screen Function buttons in the Sort screenPromotions screen Schedule screenMessages screen Function buttons in the Messages screenSetup screen General What is the advantage from 1 hour and 6 hours?Recording on the HDD Time shift BufferLeft area Symbols in the Time Shift BufferNavigation in the time shift buffer Right areaMark part of a title Mark TV shows for recordingMark an entire title How can I delete the changes?Manual recordings Recording from a video recorder/DVD playerOTR recordings Recording from a camera connected to the front jacks Please observe the followingStop h Programming recordings with the TV Guide On Screen system Programming a recording TimerSetting up repeat recordings You can also programme TV shows as FavoritesProgramming recordings with the VCR Plus+ System Decoded data appears after confirmationChanging the start/end times Change AM/PM To end, press Timer sProgramming recordings without the VCR Plus+ System Delete programmed recordingCancel a programmed recording in progress Search by time Additional playback featuresPlayback from the HDD RepeatZoom feature Symbols in the Media BrowserMedia browser Change title settings Change order for the media browserChange the name of the title Edit titleTitle name Clear chaptersEnter characters using Editing recorded titles name Divide titleInsert chapter markers Delete titles/recordings from the HDDInsert/remove chapter markers Press Pause Press OK . The marker will be insertedArchiving of the edited title Hide chapters sectionsChapter is visible and can be hidden with the blue button Hidden szenes were not copied on the DVD+RW/+RRecording on a DVD+RW/+R Archiving storing titles on aProtect disc against accidental recordings General notes on playback Switch over to the actual TV channel during PlaybackPlayback from a disc Inserting a discStarts automatically Playing a DVD video disc Playing a DVD+RW/ +R discPlaying an audio CD You can also use the Down or UP button on the frontImportant notes for playback When creating MP3 CDs please note the followingPlaying an MP3 CD Playing a Super Video CD MP3 CD displayStill picture Additonal playback featuresSearching a disc Slow motionRepeat/Shuffle play Scan featureZoom feature Camera angleSelect the audio language SubtitlesManaging the disc contents Switching quickly Hiding chaptersNumber of chapters C has increased by two or more numbers Deleting chapter markers Changing the index pictureHow can I select different chapters? Dividing titles Editing recording titles namePlaying the entire title Can I divide titles on DVD+R discs?Erasing recordings/titles Disc settings Select Erase this title using a or B and confirm with OKCan titles be deleted from a DVD+R disc? Finalizing DVD+R discs Changing the disc nameFinishing editing Erasing DVD+RW DiscsDisc Manager DM Adding a disc to the Disc ManagerRemoving discs from the Disc Manager What do the displays on the screen mean? Searching for a title in the Disc ManagerSearching discs See the message Insert disc number on my screenPress Tuner on the remote control to switch to HDD mode User preferences for the HDDStereo M2x Can not select some functionsHDD buffer OffNormal Can not select this functionSport Auto Ch. Programming Automatic channel searchYou can select the following functions in this menu Picture settingsAdditional user preferences For a full-height picture with the sides trimmedSurround Sound settingsLanguage settings AllAdditional settings Disk feature menuActivating/deactivating child lock Access control Child LockChild lock DVD and VCD Authorizing a discParental level control DVD video only Activating/deactivating parental level controlChanging the country Changing the PIN code Have forgotten my codeField for temporary messages Symbols in the menu barInformation on the screen of your TV Status fieldSymbols on your DVD recorder display Messages in the DVD recorder displayAn empty title on a DVD+RW/+R is selected Before you call an engineer BImportantBefore you call an engineer Problem Other disc errors DVD+RW Index screen flickers when a DVD+R is insertedDVD+RW disc cannot be played on certain DVD players WHO is COVERED? Pan & Scan ChaptersRegion code MacrovisionCode numbers of the remote control Finlux 208, 209, 211, 212, 250 333, 334 332 283MGA WwnnNNNwwnnwWNnwNwnNwnNnWNnwwN Hdrw 720/17 3103 605 4252/000Technical data Hdrw 720/17
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HDRW 720/17 specifications

The Philips HDRW 720/17 is a versatile and user-friendly DVD recorder that brings the convenience of digital recording into the home. Designed for both casual users and serious enthusiasts, it combines a range of features that enhance home entertainment experiences.

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Another notable characteristic is the user-friendly interface. Philips has integrated a simple menu setup that makes navigation easy, even for those who may not be tech-savvy. The inclusion of one-touch recording functionality allows quick starts to recording, making it easier to capture spontaneous moments or programs.

For those who want to watch their recordings on different devices, the HDRW 720/17 boasts compatibility with a range of playback systems, allowing users to enjoy their recordings on standard DVD players or other compatible devices.

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