Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of disc should I use for recording?
You can only record on both DVD±R and DVD±RW discs. DVD±R/±RW is the most compatible recordable DVD format on the market today. They are fully compatible to most of the existing
What is the capacity of a
DVD recordable disc?
4.7GB, or equivalent to 6 CDs. You can store only one hour of recordings on a single disc at the highest quality (DVD standard) and about 8 hours recordings at the lowest quality (SEP Super Extended Play.)
The mode of record quality indicates the number of hours that will fit on a single disc.
What is the difference between DVD±R and DVD±RW?
DVD±Rs are “recordable” discs and DVD±RWs are “rewritable” discs. With a DVD±R disc, you can record multiple sessions on the same disc, but when the disc is full, you cannot record any more content on the disc. The DVD±RW disc allows you to record over the same disc repeatedly.
What is DV?
Using DV, also known as i.LINK, you can connect a
–This recorder is only compatible with
–You cannot connect more than one DV camcorder at any one time to this recorder.
–You cannot control this recorder from external equipment connected via the DV IN jack.
Can I copy a VHS tape or DVD from an external player?
Yes, but only if the VHS tape or DVD is not
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
Title
Chapter 
Chapter 
Chapter 
Chapter
chapter markers
A program is recorded as a single title, it 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 will automatically create a new Title each time you start a new recording.
–For DVD recordings, you can add chapters manually.
–For HDD recordings, you can preset chapters to be automatically inserted at
What does “finalizing” a disc do?
Finalizing a disc locks the disc so it can no longer be recorded, only required for DVD±Rs. 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 capacity for more
recordings.
How good is the quality of the recording?
There are seven modes of record quality levels to choose from, ranging from “HQ” (1 hour recording at high quality) to “SEP” (8 hours recording at Super Extended Play quality) on a recordable DVD. Choose the quality level that best suits your purpose and the length of material.
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