Philips DVDR3440H/05B Basic Connection, Connection with a VCR or similar device, Instant Replay

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1 Connect

Start with the ‘Basic Connection.’

If you have a VCR, follow the instructions for ‘Connection with a VCR or similar device’.

2Set up

3Enjoy

Basic Connection

Television (rear)

Connection with a VCR or similar device

Your new Philips recorder replaces the VCR for your recording needs. First, unplug all the connections from

AFinding the viewing channel

Philips recorder (front panel)

STANDBY-ON

BInitial Installation

APress SETUP on the remote control.

About the Time Shift Buffer (TSB)

Once you switch on this recorder, the currently selected TV programme will be stored in a temporary

Instant Replay

While watching a live TV programme, you can press

left to jump back 10 seconds upon every single press for instant replay.

To antenna or

 

set-top box

SCART IN

 

To AC power

your VCR.

To antenna or set-top box

Television (rear)

SCART IN

A Press STANDBY-ONon the recorder. B Switch on the TV set.

Note If connected to your VCR, make sure it is switched off or in standby mode before proceeding.

C Press SETUP .

D If your TV does not switch to the correct viewing

channel, press ‘0’ on the TV’s remote control,

then press the Channel Down button repeatedly

SETUP MENU - SETUP

 

 

 

Menu Language

 

 

 

 

 

English

 

 

 

 

Country Selection

 

 

Austria

 

 

 

TV Shape

 

 

4:3 LB

 

 

 

Auto Program

 

 

Search

 

 

 

Manual Program

 

 

Edit

 

 

 

Sort

 

 

OK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note Use up and down keys to toggle through the options. Select an item by pressing right

storage called the ‘TSB’ (Time Shift Buffer). The TSB can store up to 6 hours of recordings temporarily.

Press INFO once to display the Time Shift video bar.

(The TSB in playback mode)

Start time

Shows TV channel or

of programme

video input source

 

 

CH003/P3

To return to live broadcast, press and hold right .

Start Recording

ARecord to hard disk

A

Press TUNER

 

to switch to tuner mode.

B

Press CH or

 

to go to the TV programme

 

5

AUDIO / VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

To AC

power

Philips recorder (rear)

AUDIO / VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

Philips recorder

(rear)

until you see the { SETUP MENU – SETUP }

page. This is the correct viewing channel for the

recorder.

SETUP MENU - SETUP

 

 

Menu Language

 

 

 

 

English

 

 

 

Country Selection

 

 

Austria

 

 

TV Shape

 

 

4:3 LB

 

 

Auto Program

 

 

Search

 

 

Manual Program

 

 

Edit

 

 

Sort

 

 

OK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To exit, press [SETUP].

. To confirm a setting, press OK .

BSelect the OSD language.

Highlight and press right . Select { Menu Language } and press right to access the options.

Select the desired language option and press OK to confirm your selection.

C Select the country of your residence

03:15:36

09:15:36

 

08:30:45

Programme

 

 

 

TSB

Time of current

 

 

stored in TSB

status icon

screen playback

 

 

in playback

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

time

channel you wish to record.

C Press INFO

to display the time shift video bar.

03:15:36

09:15:36

 

L I V E

Note To record from a connected external device,

press SOURCE repeatedly to cycle through video input sources from:

{ CAM 1 } : VIDEO socket on the front

ABefore connecting, unplug the antenna cable that is currently connected to your TV.

BConnect the antenna cable to the ANTENNA socket on the recorder.

CUse the supplied RF coaxial cable to connect the TV socket on this recorder to the Antenna In socket on the TV.

DUse the SCART cable to connect the EXT1 TO TV-I/Oscart socket on this recorder to the corresponding SCART input socket on the TV.

EConnect the power cable from the recorder to an AC power outlet.

To

VCR or similar

AC power

 

device (rear)

AFollow the steps under ‘Basic Connections’ before you proceed to step B below.

BUse another SCART cable (not supplied) to connect the EXT2 AUX-I/Oscart socket on this recorder to the SCART OUT socket on the VCR.

CConnect the power cable from your VCR to an AC power outlet.

Note In this setup, the VCR cannot record TV programmes.

For additional connection diagrams, see the accompanying User Manual.

Note You may press the AV or SELECT button on the TV’s remote control (if available) to select the correct viewing channel. See your TV’s user manual.

Press down key to select { Country

Selection } and press right to access the options.

– Select the country of your residence and press OK to confirm your selection.

DSetup and install TV channels.

Use up / down to select { Auto Program } and press OK .

A warning message will appear. Select

CONTINUEOK and press OK to start automatic

TV channel search.

Note If no channels were found, check the antenna connection and start the channel search again.

ESet the date and time

Highlight and press right .

Select { Date-Time Programme } and press

right to access the options.

Select the desired broadcast channel to automatically set the date/time and press OK to confirm.

F Press SETUP to finish installation.

The contents on the time shift buffer will be erased

once you press CH or or if you switch to

another mode: SOURCE , DV ,

DVD REC .

Pause ‘live’ TV

At times, you may be interrupted while watching your favourite programme. Now you can pause it, as if you were in control of the broadcast.

APress PAUSE while watching any live TV programme to suspend it.

BPress PLAY to continue.

CTo return to live broadcast, press and hold right .

To jump forward playback, press right once for every 30 seconds.

{ CAM 2 } : S-VIDEO socket on the front

{ EXT 1 } : EXT 1 scart socket on the back

OR Press DV to record from a DV camcorder connected via the DV IN socket on the recorder.

D Press REC to start recording.

Note Press REC repeatedly to extend 30 minutes increments per single press on the key.

E To stop recording, press STOP .

Your Philips recorder is now ready for use!

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Contents Types of discs used on this recorder Start playbackCopying to a recordable DVD disc About the Time Shift Buffer TSB Basic ConnectionConnection with a VCR or similar device Instant Replay

DVDR3440H/05B specifications

The Philips DVDR3440H/05B is an innovative digital video recorder that combines the functionality of a DVD recorder with a hard disk drive, allowing users to capture, store, and playback their favorite TV shows, movies, and personal videos with ease. This versatile device is equipped with a range of features and technologies that make it an excellent choice for any home entertainment setup.

One of the standout features of the DVDR3440H/05B is its built-in hard drive with a generous capacity of 160 GB. This allows users to record up to 120 hours of standard television programming, providing ample space for storing multiple shows and movies without the need for a clutter of DVDs. The hard drive also enables features such as pause and rewind live TV, allowing viewers to never miss a moment of their favorite broadcasts.

In addition to hard drive recording, the Philips DVDR3440H/05B also supports high-quality DVD recording. Users can easily transfer their recorded content to DVD media, making it convenient to share memories with friends and family or archive important moments. The device supports various formats, including DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of disc types.

The user-friendly interface of the DVDR3440H/05B includes an intuitive setup and navigation system, making it easy for anyone to operate. The device features an electronic program guide (EPG) that simplifies scheduling recordings and helps users find out what's on TV. The timer function allows users to set recordings in advance, ensuring that no favorite shows are missed, even when away from home.

Another key technology incorporated in the DVDR3440H/05B is its advanced video enhancement capabilities. With features like progressive scan, users can enjoy improved picture quality with reduced motion blur and enhanced clarity, providing a superior viewing experience. The device also supports Dolby Digital sound for a rich audio experience that complements the high-quality video playback.

Connectivity options have not been overlooked; the Philips DVDR3440H/05B includes multiple inputs for connecting various devices, including cable and satellite boxes. The front panel also features USB ports, allowing for easy access to external storage devices and the ability to play video files directly from a flash drive or external hard drive.

Overall, the Philips DVDR3440H/05B stands out as a robust and feature-rich solution for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment experience. With its combination of hard drive recording, DVD capabilities, and advanced video technologies, it caters to both the casual viewer and the avid collector alike, making it an invaluable addition to modern home entertainment systems.