Sylvania DVR90VG manual Features, Recording, Editing, Compatibility, Others

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VCR mode
DVD mode

Before you start

Features

This unit not only plays back DVDs, CDs and VHS tapes but also offers features for you to record on DVD discs and edit them after that. The following features are offered with this unit.

Before you

Recording

DVD mode VCR mode

 

This unit is compatible with both DVD-RW, which is rewritable repeatedly, and DVD-R, which is available for one-time recording only. Also, this unit allows you to record to the videotape. You can choose either one for your convenience.

Recording up to 8 programs:

You can program the unit to record up to 8 programs within a month in advance. Daily or weekly program recordings are also available.

One-touch Timer Recording:

You can easily set recording time as you prefer. Every time [REC/OTR] is pressed during recording, the record- ing time will be increased by 30 minutes up to 8 hours. The unit will automatically turn off when it reached to the recording time you set.

Dubbing mode:

You can copy a DVD disc to a videotape or copy a vid- eotape to a DVD disc. This function will be possible only if the DVD disc or a videotape is not copy protected. You cannot record on a videotape when its record tab is removed.

Left channel stereo recording:

This unit can record the Left channel monaural sound as Left and Right channel sound automatically.

Automatic Chapter marker setting:

You can mark each title of recording with chapter mark- ers as you set in the Setup menu before recording.

Automatic Title menu making (Video mode):

The unit makes title menus automatically when finalizing the disc.

Automatic Playlist making (VR mode):

A Playlist will be prepared from an Original title, so that you can edit titles on a Playlist as you prefer. An Original title is kept as it is.

Automatic finalizing (Video mode):

The unit can finalize discs automatically after finishing all Timer Recordings or when the disc runs out recordable space.

Playback

 

DVD mode

Theater quality sound at your home:

When connecting the unit to an amplifier or a decoder

Editing

DVD mode

 

Deleting titles:

You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.

Making your own Playlist (VR mode):

With the original remains as it is, you can edit titles on Various playlist as you prefer.

Putting names on titles. Setting pictures for thumbnails. Setting/clearing chapter markers. Dividing / Combining titles.

Deleting parts of titles, etc.

Protecting titles (VR mode):

You can prevent accidental editing or title erasing, with protect function.

Compatibility

DVD mode

 

Playback of discs recorded in Video mode on a regu- lar DVD player (Video mode):

Discs recorded in the Video mode can be played back on regular DVD players, including computer DVD drives compatible with DVD-Video playback*. You will need to finalize the discs recorded in Video mode to play them back on other DVD players.

*DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording on DVD-RW/R discs that was approved by the DVD Forum in 2000. Adoption of this format is optional for manufactures of DVD playback devices, and there are DVD-Video players, DVD-ROM drives or other DVD playback devices that do not play back DVD-RW/R discs recorded in the DVD-Video Format.

Others

Progressive Scan system

Unlike conventional interlace scanning, the progressive scan system provides less flickering and higher resolu- tion images than the traditional scanning system does.

Symbol in this Owner’s Manual

The availability of many functions of this unit depends on the disc type or the recording mode.

To specify disc type or recording mode for each function, we put the following symbols at the beginning of each function.

start Connections Getting started Recording Playing discs Editing

which is compatible with Dolby Digital, you can experi- ence the theater-quality sound environment.

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using title, chapter or time search functions.

Start Playback from Original and Playlist (VR mode):

You can play back titles from either an Original title or Playlist.

Virtual Surround System:

You can enjoy stereophonic space through your exciting 2 channel stereo system.

Playing back on MP3 / WMA disc:

You can enjoy MP3 / WMA files which are recorded on CD-RW/R.

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the Index search/Time search functions. An index mark will be assigned at the beginning of each recordings you make. For Time search function, you can go to a specific point on a videotape by entering the exact amount of time you wish to skip.

Symbol

DVD-V

Video

DVD-RW

VR

DVD-RW

DVD-R

CD

MP3

WMA

VCR

First: DVD

(Press:)

First: VCR

(Press:)

Description

Available to DVD-Video discs

Available to DVD-RW in Video mode

Available to DVD-RW in VR mode

Available to DVD-R discs

Available to Audio CDs

Available to CD-RW/R discs with MP3 files

Available to CD-RW/R discs with WMA files

Available to VHS tapes

Use only tapes marked with this unit.

Indicates that you need to select the DVD mode by pressing [DVD] on the remote control before proceeding next step.

Indicates that you need to select the VCR mode by pressing [VCR] on the remote control before proceeding next step.

Changing the Setup menu VCR functions Others Español

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Contents Changing the Setup menu VCR functions Others Español Supplied AccessoryRecordable disc EditingNumber inside the globe refers to region of the world IDVD+R/+RW discs can be played back only on this unitAfter you have completed connections Functions AttributesSelect any blank line with K / L and press Enter After all recordings, finalize your discHints for DVD Recording Play Back DVD-R or DVD-RWLaser Safety PrecautionsBefore you start Make your contribution to the environmentBefore you Precautions cont’dAvoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire Installation LocationMoisture Condensation Warning About CopyrightMaintenance With an AM radioDolby Digital Recording Table of contents Recording FeaturesEditing CompatibilityRear Panel Front PanelFunctional overview cont’d Remote ControlUsing a remote control Installing batteries in the remote controlVCR / DVD recorder switching Either side of the center approx feet 5m withinSetup menus Display menu DVD mode First DVDFront Panel Display Guide Display messageFunctions Others Español Connections Plug in the AC power cord of this unitConnection to a TV Audio OUT Video OUTSelect Yes using / B , then press Enter Select on using K / L , then press EnterConnection to a TV cont’d Connection to a cable box or satellite boxConnection to an Audio System Audio OUTDigital Audio OUT Easy DVD recording Getting startedInstructions continue on the next page. EN Before you startSelect Record Recording Desired On DVD Speed Channel Disc Easy DVD recording cont’dInitial setting Channel settingGetting channels automatically Press Setup Using K / L, select Channel. Press Enter Channel setting cont’dUsing K / L, select Manual Preset. Press Enter Adding / deleting channelsUsing K / L, select Stereo or SAP. Press Enter Using K / L, select TV Audio Select. Press EnterSelecting the TV stereo or SAP SAP Secondary Audio ProgramAuto Clock Setting Setting the clockPress Setup Using K / L, select Clock. Press Enter Press Setup to exit Press Power to turn off the unitManual Clock Setting Setting the clock cont’dChanging the Setup menu Playing discsUsing K / L, select Daylight Saving Time. Press Enter Setting the Daylight Saving TimeUsing K / L, select TV Aspect. Press Enter Selecting the TV aspect ratioInformation on DVD recording RecordingInformation Recordable discRestrictions on recording Information on DVD recording cont’dMaking discs playable on other DVD player Finalize Information on copy controlChoosing the recording format of a blank disc Formatting a discSetting for Auto Chapter Formatting a disc cont’dReformatting a disc Disc tray guide Basic recordingOne-touch Timer Recording First DVD Turn on the unit and load a recordable discMake sure that the TV input is set on the unit Timer Recording Timer Recording cont’d Hints for Timer Recording Priority of overlapped settingsChanging the Setup menu VCR Connection to an external source Settings for an external sourceSetting a disc to protect Settings for an external source cont’dChanging the Editing Setup menu VCR functions Recording from an external sourceFinalizing the discs Using K / L, select Finalize. Press EnterDVD-RW only 36 ENUsing K / L, select ON. Press Enter Press Setup Using K / L, select Recording. Press EnterFinalizing the discs cont’d Auto finalizeMake sure Dubbing ModeDiscs Dubbing Mode cont’dInformation on DVD playback Playing discsPlayback Basic playbackMenu / List Start Connections Getting started Recording Playing discsBasic playback cont’d Playing MP3 / WMA discPress Play B to start play- back Playing discs using the Disc menu Playing back discs using the Title menuPause Resume playback Special playbackSkipping TV commercials during playback X40Rapid Play Special playback cont’dStep by step playback Slow forward / Slow reverse playUsing / B, select . Press Enter Marker SetupZoom During playback, press ZoomUsing Display Using Skip H / GSearch Title / Chapter searchSearch cont’d Track searchTime search Repeat playback Repeat/Random/Program playbackRandom play DisplayRepeat/Random/Program playback cont’d Switching subtitlesSelecting the format of audio and video Program playSwitching virtual surround system Switching audio soundtrackDVD-RW VR mode Selecting a format of audio and video cont’dUsing K / L, select OFF Type1 Natural effect Type1 or Type2 Switching camera anglesUsing / B, select Visual Noise ReductionInformation on disc editing EditingUsing K / L / / B, select the desired title. Press Enter Editing discs in Video modeUsing K / L, select Edit. Press Enter Deleting titlesChanging the Setup menu VCR functions Editing discs in Video mode cont’dPutting names on titles Start Connections GettingMarker will be added or deleting Setting or clearing chapter markersEditing discs in VR mode Original Setting titles to protect Editing discs in VR mode Original cont’dUsing K / L, select Protect. Press Enter To exitReleasing titles from protecting You can cancel the title-protecting featureStart Connections Getting started Recording Confirm the indication On OFF. Press EnterEditing discs in VR mode Playlist Dividing a title Editing discs in VR mode Playlist cont’dUsing K / L, select Title Combining. Press Enter Using s / B, select Yes. Press EnterCombining titles Adding titles to a Playlist Deleting a PlaylistOthers Using K /L, select Edit. Press Enter Editing discs in VR mode Original / PlaylistUsing K / L, select Delete. Press Enter Deleting parts of titlesEditing discs in VR mode Original / Playlist cont’d You StartReturn Confirmation window will appear. Playlist Add When you select Add at , aPlaylist Delete You cannot delete the first Chapter of each titleChanging the Editing Setup menu VCR functions Others Setting pictures for thumbnailsRecording Playing discs Picture for thumbnail will be set. PlaylistChanging the Setup menu Tour of the Setup menuSetup Items highlight is the default Contents Language setting Display setting Language setting cont’dSubtitle Language Default OFF Press Setup Using K / L, select Display. Press EnterDisplay setting cont’d Audio settingChanging Settings for PCM Default 48kHz Audio setting cont’dSettings for Dolby Digital Default Stream Press Setup to exitSettings for Parental lock level Video settingStill Mode Default Auto Using K / L, select the desired level. Press EnterPassword has not been set yet Settings for Parental lock level cont’dPassword has been set already YesVCR functions Recording and One-touch Timer RecordingPlayback RecordingRecording and One-touch Timer Recording cont’d One-touch Timer RecordingIndex search Other operations Symptom TroubleshootingOthers RemedySymptom Remedy Or Setup toYou press OPEN/CLOSE a Error message Cause Solution Troubleshooting cont’d80 EN Disc MAY not workBefore you start Connections Getting started RF output switchEach time the RF output Panel displayLanguage code GlossarySpecifications Frequently Asked QuestionsGeneral TunerFácil grabación de DVD EspañolSugerencia 2 Edite el disco grabado Sugerencia 1 Reproduzca el contenido grabadoReproducción con videograbadora Se hará una pausa de reproducción y se silenciará el sonido86 ES Grabación Grabación con temporizador de un toque OTRStop C Tel Customer ServiceLimits and Exclusions Funai Corporation
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