Samsung DVD-VR300 instruction manual General Features

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Getting Started

General Features

The DVD-VR300 allows you to record and playback high quality digital images on a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R disc. You can also edit digital images on DVD-RAM/ DVD-RW discs.

High quality digital audio and video recording and play- back

Record up to about 12-hour images with a double side 9.4 GB DVD-RAM disc, and up to about 6-hour images with a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM disc, depending on the recording mode.

Creating DVD video title using DVD-RW/DVD-R disc

With DVD-VR300, create your own DVD video title on 4.7 GB DVD-RW/DVD-R discs.

A Variety of Recording Options

Select an appropriate recording mode between XP, SP, LP and EP to meet your recording needs. (See pages 61~62.)

•XP mode - High quality, about 1 hour

•SP mode - Standard quality, about 2 hours

•LP mode - Low quality, about 4 hours

•EP mode - Lower quality, about 6 hours

Copying digital camcorder content using DV input jack

Record digital camcorder images onto DVD-RAM/DVD RW/ DVD-R discs or video tape using the DV input jack (IEEE 1394-4pin). (See page 66.)

Time Slip and Picture In Picture (PIP)

Use the Time Slip function to playback the recorded images while a recording is proceeding (DVD-RAM only).

Use the PIP function to view the playback and recording screens at the same time.

High quality progressive scan

Progressive scanning provides high resolution and flicker free images. The 10-bit 54-MHz DAC, 2D Y/C Separating circuitry and Time Base Corrector processor technology pro- vide you with the highest image playback and recording quality. (See pages 17~18.)

A variety of functions with easy-to-use user inter- face

Integrated menu system and messaging functionality allow you to perform the desired operations easily and conve- niently. With a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW(VR mode) disc, you can edit recorded images, create playlist, and edit images in specific sequence according to your needs.

❋We recommend using one of the discs in the table as they have been confirmed to be compatible with this unit. Discs listed below also may not perform correctly if discs are damaged or have scratches. Other discs may not perform correctly.

Media

 

Brand

Speed

 

 

 

Apple

4x

 

 

 

Maxell

4x

 

 

 

Memorex

4x

DVD-R

 

Sony

4x

 

 

 

TDK

4x

 

 

 

That’s

4x

 

 

 

Panasonic

4x

 

 

 

Ritek

4x

 

 

 

Verbatim

2x

DVD-RW

 

JVC

2x

 

 

 

Radius

2x

 

 

 

TDK

2x

 

 

 

MCC Green Non-Ctrg. 4.7G

2x

 

 

 

MEI White for Video Non-Ctrg. 4.7G

2x

 

 

 

Fuji Gold Non-Ctrg. 4.7G

2x

DVD-RAM

 

Maxell Ctrg. 4.7G

2x

 

 

 

TDK White Non-Ctrg. 4.7G

2x

 

 

 

Memorex Ctrg. 4.7G

2x

 

 

 

Memorex Ctrg. 9.4G

2x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Disc

No. of maximum recordings by medium

DVD-RAM

100,000

 

DVD-RW

1,000

 

DVD-R

1

 

❋We take no responsibility and offer no compensation for any recording failure, loss of recorded or edited material and/or damage to the recorder arising from usage of unrecommended discs, and take no responsi- bility and offer no compensation for any subsequent damage caused by above-mentioned problems.

COPY PROTECTION

•Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your DVD Recorder-VCR directly to your TV, not to a VCR.

Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected DVD discs.

•This product incorporates copyright protection tech- nology that is protected by methods claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

•It is permissible to record television programs, film, video tapes and other material only in the event that third party copyrights and other rights are not violated.

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Contents DVD-VR300 Getting Started Precaution Important Safety InstructionsMaintenance of Cabinet Handling CautionsDisc Specifications Disc StorageDVD-RW Disc Playback and Recording Contents Reference General Features How to use the DVD Recorder-VCR Before Reading User’s ManualStep Recording Front Panel Display DescriptionFront Panel Started Rear PanelTour of the Remote Control Menu ButtonConnecting & Setting Up Quick OverviewAccessories UnpackingMethod1 Antenna + DVD Recorder VCR + TV No Cable box Method 2 Antenna +Cable box +Method 1 Connecting to a video input jack Method 2 Connecting to an S-video input jack Method 1 Connecting to your TV This connection will use your TV’s speakersFrontLspeakerFrontRspeaker Method 3 Connecting a Camcorder to the DV in jack External DevicesPower Cord Remote Control Install Batteries in the Remote ControlSetting the Remote Control On-Screen Menu Navigation Menu ButtonUp/Down and Left/Right Enter ButtonClock Data CH Select a channel that carries a time signal usingAuto Clock Set Daylight Saving Manual Clock SetTime Zone Channel Set Set the Clock Select Channel SetSelect Antenna/Cable TV With the DVD in Stop press the Menu buttonSetting Up Language FeaturesSelect the desired Language using ❷ buttons Then press the ❿ or Enter buttonDynamic Compression Setting Up the Audio OptionsDigital Output DisplayVideo Options TV AspectBlack Level 3D NRNoise ReductionOn the remote Setting Up the Parental ControlSelect Rating Level you want using Run Auto channel memory About the Change PasswordAuto Channel Memory Select Channel to Add/Delete Channel Add/DeleteSelect Channel Add/Delete RF Output Channel Add/Delete ChannelSelect RF Output Channel Change RF Output CHVCR Setting Select VCRSelect Tape Length Select SystemVideo Input Select Video InputPress the Menu button Use the ❷ buttons to highlight Video InputFront Display Set Front DisplayDisc types that can be played Before PlayingRegion code DVD-Video only Playing a Disc Discs that cannot be playedPress OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray Slow Motion Play Step Motion Play About Anykey What’s a track?What’s a chapter? What’s a title?Repeat Play Using Repeat Play For DVD-VIDEO/DVD-RAM/DVDUsing Repeat Play For Audio CD/MP3 ❿ buttons. Then, press the Enter button For DVD-VIDEO/DVD-RAM/ DVD- RW/DVD-RTo return to normal playback Selecting the subtitle language Press the Anykey button during playback UseSelect the desired angle Changing the Camera AngleSelecting the Audio language Using Bookmarks Setting a book markBookmarking with DVD-RAM/ DVD- Rwvr disc Playing Back a BookmarkZooming-In Clearing a BookmarkUsing the Disc Title Menu For DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/ DVD-R discFor DVD-VIDEO disc Menu of the discAudio CD Cdda Screen Elements Ramdom Play continues until the play option is changed Play Option ModeTo change repeat mode To Program Tracks When using a combination MP3/JPEG disc Buttons on the Remote Using PIP Switching between the PIP and main screensDeactivating PIP Press the PIP button againAdjust Tracking Manually Playing the VCR TrackingInsert VHS Tape Play TapeFeatures VHS PlaybackVariable Search System End searchScan and play Forward Intro ScanBefore Recording Recordable discsThis section shows various DVD recording methods This recorder can record on the following discsConcerning copy control signals Recording FormatsDVD-RW Video mode/-R DVD-RWVR mode/-RAMPausing / Resuming Making One Touch Recording OTR Start RecordingActivate OTR Add Recording TimeSet timer recording option Press the Enter buttonEditing the settings for a timer recording Deleting a Timer Recording Entry Recording From External Devices Watching the Images Being Recorded Time SlipInput Jack Insert TapeSelect a Channel to Record Pause/Resume RecordingRecord Speed DVD to VCR Direct copy DVD to VCRVCR to DVD Direct copy VCR to DVDNo Disc Setup Timer RecSetup Timer Rec Title Menu Disc Menu Setup Timer Rec Copy Title List Playlist SetupSetup Timer Rec Copy Title List Disc Manager PhotoRecord List edit items Or press the Title button on the remote controlViewing Title List Pressing the Anykey button and using the title Press the ❷ button to select Play, and then pressSelected entry title will be played back You can also playback a recorded program byControl EntryOr press the Title List button on the remote DVD-RAMVR, DVD-RWVR mode Since Deleting a Title List EntryLocking a Title List Entry Press the ❷ button to select Protection, and thenDeleting a Section from a Title List Entry TrolCreating a Playlist Entry Press the Enter button to select END point Image and time at the end point areEdit Playlist screen is displayed Press the Menu or Return button to exitPlaying Playlist Entries Or press the Play List button on the remote con- trolEditing Scene for a Playlist Entry Renaming Playlist EntriesModifying a Scene Replacing a Scene Playing a Desired SceneMoving a Scene Changing the Position of a Scene Adding a SceneNext scene, because the selected scene Yellow selection window is displayed on the scene to moveDeleting a Scene from Playlist On the End windowTo delete, and then press the Enter button Press the ❷ buttons to select delete, and thenPress the Menu button when the disc is Or press the Play List button on the remote controlStopped Press the ❷ button to select Copy, and then pressMessage ‘Do you want to delete?’ Editing Disc NameYou will be prompted with the delete confirmation Disc Protection Is clearedDisc is formatted EditingDelete All Title Lists Cartridge Protect Info DVD-RAM Finalizing a disc Once a disc is finalized, you cannot delete entriesFrom the record list After being finalized, the DVD-R operatesOperation Unfinalizing a disc V/VR modeOperation Same as Additional DVD-Video Reference For a while when Power turns on Cannot record TV Timer recording doesInput is displayed ProgramsTroubleshooting Problems and Solutions VCR Specifications GeneralInput OutputSamsung Limited Warranty

DVD-VR300 specifications

The Samsung DVD-VR300 is a versatile and innovative digital video recorder and DVD player that caters to the needs of home entertainment enthusiasts. Launched as part of Samsung's commitment to delivering high-quality multimedia experiences, this device is packed with features that elevate both DVD playback and video recording capabilities.

One of the key highlights of the DVD-VR300 is its dual functionality, allowing users to record television shows directly onto DVDs while simultaneously playing back other media. The built-in DVD recorder supports various disc formats, including DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW, providing flexibility in recording and playback. This means users can conveniently create their own collection of movies, TV shows, and personal videos, all at the touch of a button.

The Samsung DVD-VR300 is equipped with a sleek and user-friendly interface, making navigation simple and intuitive. The device features a comprehensive digital tuner, enabling users to access a wide variety of channels without the need for an additional set-top box. The integrated video processor enhances picture quality, producing vivid colors and sharp images that bring the content to life.

Additionally, the DVD-VR300 supports advanced technologies such as Progressive Scan, which enhances the clarity and smoothness of video playback. This feature is particularly beneficial for users watching high-definition content, as it reduces interlacing artifacts and delivers a more immersive viewing experience. The unit also includes multiple connectivity options, including composite, S-Video, and component outputs, making it compatible with a range of modern televisions and home theater systems.

Another notable characteristic of the Samsung DVD-VR300 is its ability to facilitate easy editing of recorded content. Users can trim and rearrange scenes effortlessly, allowing for the creation of personalized compilations. Furthermore, the device supports a range of audio formats, ensuring that users receive high-quality sound to complement their video.

The Samsung DVD-VR300 boasts a sleek design, fitting seamlessly into any home entertainment setup. Its compact size ensures that it won’t take up too much space, while its performance capabilities make it an asset for avid media consumers. In summary, the Samsung DVD-VR300 stands out as a reliable, feature-rich device that meets the demands of modern home entertainment, combining versatility with user-friendly functionality for an enhanced multimedia experience.
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