Philips DVDR3430V, DVDR3432V user manual Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

English

What kind of disc should I use for recording?

You can only record on DVD±R, DVD±RW or DVD+R DL discs DVD±R/ ±RW is the most compatible recordable DVD format in the market today. They are fully compatible with 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 six CDs. You can store only one hour of recordings on a single disc at the highest quality (DVD standard) and about 6 hours recording at the lowest quality (VHS standard). The recording mode indicates the number of hours that will fit on a single disc.

What is the difference between DVD±R and DVD±RW?

DVD±R is “recordable” and DVD±RW is “erasable” and “rewritable”. 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 repeatedly.

How do I check the remaining space available on a recordable DVD disc?

In disc menu mode, press REC MODE on the remote control repeatedly to display the remaining recording time in different recording mode.

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 socket.

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.

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

Programmes 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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Contents DVD Recorder / VCR For Customer Use ItaliaNorge Serial NoKlass 1 laseraparat Page English LaserTable of Contents Table of Contents Cleaning discs Care and Safety InformationSetup precautions About recyclingIntroduction Accessories suppliedProduct Information Region codesProduct features Possible simultaneous Operations Direct DubbingMain Unit Sockets behind the flapRemote Control Repeat REC ModeTimer ToolsUsing the remote control Then select the desired function for example m, MConnecting the antenna cables Basic Recorder ConnectionsIf you want to connect to a Cable Option 2 Using an S-Video cable Connecting the video cablesOption 1 Using a Scart cable Option 3 Using a Video Cvbs cableOption 2 Using a coaxial cable Connecting the audio cablesOption 1 Using an audio cable Use a coaxial cable to connectConnecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Optional ConnectionsConnecting a DV camcorder Connecting another video deviceSetup Menu General and press X to access the menu Installation and SetupSetting the OSD language Finding the correct viewing channelSetting the TV channel programmes Select the country of your residenceSelect Date-Time Setting and press Setting the date & timeSetup Menu Clock and press X to confirm Basic installation is completeDVD+R DL DVD+R Double Layer RecordingRecording media Supported disc type and media speedsRecording settings Unrecordable contentsRecording Mode Default Recording Source DVD Default Recording ModeVCR Default Auto ChapterRecording from various SourcesRecording from an external device Camcorder/ VCR/DVD Player Recording from an DV camcorder EXTCAM You begin another recordingWatching another source during recording Instant time-off recordingWatching disc playback during VCR recording TV/VIDEOTimer Recording About timer recordingTimer recording Showview / Video Plus+ System Timer recording manually ‘AV’Use ST keys or the numeric keypad Date DestMode StartClear on the remote control Changing/ Deleting a timer recordingTo delete the timer entry, press Select the entry field and make the necessary changesDubbing from VCR to DVD Press Direct Dubbing on the remote controlDirect Dubbing Disc î Tape Dubbing from DVD to VCRDVD Playback Playable discsPlaying a DVD video disc To access the disc menuStarting disc playback To select the previous or next chapterPlaying a DVD recordable disc Playing a Super Video CD Playing a DivX disc EnglishPBC On or PBC Off To select another character set for the subtitle fileInsert an MP3/WMA CD Disc content menu appears Playing an MP3/WMA discSelected roll automatically one after the other English Playing a picture disc or musical slide showYou can display Jpeg pictures Playable Jpeg picture disc File formatAdditional Playback Features Pausing playbackChanging to another title/ chapter/track Using the Tools options Selecting various repeat/ shuffle functionsCreating a playlist Changing the audio language To remove from the playlistChanging subtitle languages Switching camera angles English Searching by timePlayback skips to the time entered Starting VCR playback Reset tape counterVCR Playback Manual trackingPlay About disc editing Accessing disc editing menuEdit Recordings Recordable DVD Rename DiscRename disc Erase disc DVD±RW only Record new titleOverwrite disc DVD±RW only Lock/Unlock disc DVD±RW only Playback your recordings DVD±R on other DVD playersEnglish Make compatible DVD±RW only Unlock DiscAbout title editing Accessing title editing menu Video editingAppend recording Rename title Overwrite title DVD±RW only EnglishOverwrite from the selected title Erase titleAccessing video editing menu About video editingEnglish Selecting a title Creating chapter markerSelecting a chapter Changing Index Picture Hiding/unhiding an unwanted chapterTo unhide a chapter Splitting a title DVD±RW onlyDVD Setup Menu Options Accessing the Setup MenuReset Menu Settings CountryOn Screen Display Language Screen Saver Video Output Format Frame ratioDigital Audio Output Show DivX Registration code Press X to display the registration codeControl. The set rating level menu appears To change/ reset the passwordParental Rating Level Same pin code a second timeChannel Setup settings Channel SearchModify Channel Information Skip Channel or two separate mono channelsActivate the connected decoder Sort ChannelsDate dd/mm/yy Time hh/mm Date-Time Setting Installing the latest software Other InformationSound Connectivity PowerPicture/Display Tuner/Reception/Transmission Video RecordingTroubleshooting Problem General SolutionProblem General Solution English TV channel is fuzzy or distortedProblem Playback Solution Problem Recording Solution English Finalised DVD±R has been inserted. Change discFrequently Asked Questions What does finalising a disc do? How do I set up Titles Chapters?What is ‘index’ for VHS tape? How good is the quality of the recording?Glossary PCM Pulse Code Modulation. a digital audio encoding systemGlossary Display panel symbols/ messages English TV System Guide Country VHF UHF DVD RegionsLibya Secam B Secam G Lithuania Meet Philips at the Internet 3139 245 Sgp-0624/05-1