Philips DVDR3355 What kind of disc should I use for recording?, What are Titles and Chapters?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of disc should I use for recording?

You can only record on a DVD+R/+RW disc. DVD+R/+RW is the most compatible recordable DVD format on the market today. They are fully compatible to most of the existing DVD-Video players and DVD-ROM drives in computers.

What is the capacity of a

DVD+R/+RW disc?

4.7GB, or equivalent to 6CDs. You can store only one hour of recordings on a single disc at the highest quality (DVD standard) and about 6 hours recordings at the lowest quality (VHS standard.)

The hour mode indicates the number of hours that will fit on a single disc. The higher the recording mode, the greater space disc required.

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

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

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What is the difference between DVD+R/ and DVD+RW?

DVD+R are “recordables” and DVD+RW are “rewritables.” 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 literally hundreds of times.

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 jack.

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.

How do I set up Titles and Chapters?

The DVD 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 5-minutes intervals.

What does “finalizing” a disc do?

Finalizing a disc locks the disc so it can no longer be recorded, only required for DVD+R. 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 room for more recordings.

How good is the quality of the recording?

There are a few quality levels to choose from, ranging from “1 hour mode” (High Quality) to “6 hours mode” (VHS quality). Press REC MODE button on the remote control to choose the quality level that best suits your purpose and the length of recording.

Maximum Recording

Picture Quality

Record

Time per Disc

Mode

 

 

 

 

1 hour

High quality

1 Hour Mode

2 hours

DVD quality-Standard Play

2 Hour Mode

4 hours

VHS quality-Extended Play

4 Hour Mode

6 hours

VHS quality-Super Long Play

6 Hour Mode

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Contents Necesita ayuda Inmediata? DVD RecorderReturning the enclosed card By registering your product Guarantees that your date Youll receive notificationFor Customer Use EL 6475-E005 04/01 Only use attachments/accessoriesSpecified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart, standFrançais EnglishDeclaration of Conformity Environmental information Index001033dvdr335537Aeng5 21/3/05, 315 PM How do I set up Titles and Chapters? What is the capacity of a DVD+R/+RW disc?What is the difference between DVD+R/ and DVD+RW? What is DV?Contents DVD System Menu Options Advance Playback FeaturesTroubleshooting PlaybackAbout recycling Care and Safety InformationSetup Cleaning discsRegion codes Accessories suppliedGeneral Information IntroductionSee page 15 for the complete connection to your TV Connecting the antenna cablesBasic Connections DVD recorder If your TV is equipped with an Antenna In RF in jack onlyOption 3 Using Y Pb Pr jacks best picture quality Connecting the video cableOption 1 Using Composite Video jack good picture quality Option 2 Using S-Video jack excellent picture qualityAudio cables ConnectingOption 2 Using Coaxial jack Option 1 Using Audio jacksTV has only an antenna input jack Optional ConnectionsConnecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Splitter not supplied is required for this connection Connecting to a VCR or other similar deviceConnecting to a VCR and Cable Box/Satellite Receiver For recording, see pages 29~31 Connecting a camcorder to the front jacksOption 1 Using DV in jack Option 2 Using S-VIDEO In or Video In jackREC Remote ControlPlay # Numeric keypadStop ∞ Prev / § Next Main UnitDisc tray Open Close ç System display panelInserting Batteries Setting the TVUsing the remote control to operate the system Getting StartedCable System Menu Channel Setup and pressTV channel programming Automatic TV channel searchSkip Modifying Channel InformationPress SYSTEM-MENU NameSetting the time & date Setting the languageUnrecordable pictures Recording settingsRecording Discs for recordingDefault Recording Mode Default SourceAuto Chapter Markers Front Cvbs Pausing a recordingManual recording One Touch Recording automatic turn-offTo make a timer recording, your DVD recorder needs to know About timer recording Timer recording manuallyDate Rec ModeSource Mode312-4 or 5,312 4, key in ‘53124’ Timer recording VCR Plus+ SystemDate Start End Changing/Deleting a timer recordingEditing/Finalizing Recording About Disc editing Accessing disc editing menuRecord new title Rename disc Erase disc DVD+RW onlySelect ConfirmUnlock Disc Playing your recordings DVD+R on other DVD playersMake compatible DVD+RW only Lock/Unlock disc DVD+RW onlyAbout title editing Accessing title editing menuVideo editing Append recording Rename title Overwrite title DVD+RWErase title Overwrite from the selected titleAbout video editing Accessing video editing menuSelecting a chapter TitleSelecting a title Creating chapter markerTo unhide a chapter Hiding an unwanted chapter Changing Index PictureSelect Hide Chapter and press OK Current chapter will be hiddenPlayable discs PlaybackInserting a disc Playing an audio CD Starting disc playbackPlaying a DVD video disc Playing a Super Video CDsPlaying a DivX disc Insert a DivX disc Disc content menu appearsInsert an MP3 CD Disc content menu appears Playing a DVD+R/+RW discFile format Playing a picture disc slide showWise go to step Playable Jpeg picture discZooming Advance Playback FeaturesPausing playback and step play Changing to another title/ chapter/trackSelecting various repeat/shuffle Additional Playback FeaturesFunctions Changing the audio soundtrack language Programming disc tracksChanging subtitle language Time search Switching camera anglesScreen Saver Accessing System Menu GeneralUse 3 4 keys to select a setting and press OK to confirm DVD System Menu OptionsProgressive/ Interlace Video Output Format Restore Factory settingsLetterbox Accessing System Menu PlaybackTV Aspect Ratio 169Rating explanations Parental rating levelSet rating level menu appears Lpcm Setting or changing the password Digital Audio OutputUse 34 keys to select a setting and press OK to confirm ALLAccessing System Menu Clock Accessing System Menu RecordAccessing System Menu Language Accessing System Menu Channel SetupProblem TroubleshootingSolution Troubleshooting Specification Glossary One 1 Year Labor and Parts Repair Facility Philips Limited Warranty