Magnavox H2160MW9 A owner manual Contents

Models: H2160MW9 A

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CONTENTS

Introduction

SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Symbols Used in this Owner's Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Front Panel Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connections

CONNECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Antenna Connection (Required) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Connecting to a TV Using Audio / Video Jacks. . . . . . 16 Connecting to a TV Using the S-video Out Jack . . . . 17 Connecting to a TV Using

Component Video Out Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Connecting to a TV with an HDMI™

Compatible Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Connecting to a Cable / Satellite Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Connecting to a TV without Audio / Video Jacks . . . 20 Digital Audio Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Basic Setup

BEFORE YOU START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Finding the Viewing Channel on Your TV . . . . . . . . . . 22 Guide to On-Screen Display / Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Main Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Switching HDD / DVD Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 How to Insert a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

INITIAL SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 CHANNEL SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Auto Channel Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Adding / Deleting Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

SETTING THE CLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Auto Clock Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Manual Clock Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Daylight Saving Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

TUNER SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Switching Analog Mode / Digital Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Selecting TV Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 DTV Closed Caption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Closed Caption Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Recording

INFORMATION ON RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 BEFORE RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Make Recording Compatible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Setting for Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Recording the DTV Closed Caption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

BASIC RECORDING &

ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 AUTOSTART RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 TIMER RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Hints for Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

SPECIAL RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Overwriting from the Beginning of the Title. . . . . . . . 50 Overwriting in the Middle of the Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Hints for Overwriting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

DUBBING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Information on Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Settings for an External Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Recording from an External Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Information on DV Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 DVC to HDD / DVD Dubbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Selected Title Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 One Title Dubbing (HDD to DVD only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

PROTECTING A DISC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

PLAYING THE DISCS ON OTHER DVD PLAYERS . . . . 62

Finalizing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Auto Finalizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

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H2160MW9 A specifications

The Magnavox H2160MW9 A is a versatile and user-friendly DVD recorder and player that combines a range of features designed to enhance your entertainment experience. This device stands out for its capability to record, play, and manage media with ease, making it a valuable addition to any home entertainment system.

One of the key features of the H2160MW9 A is its ability to record video onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW discs. This flexibility allows users to choose the format that best suits their recording needs. With the built-in digital tuner, users can record live television shows directly to disc, saving their favorite programs for later viewing. The device supports a variety of recording modes, including high-quality and standard modes, giving users the option to balance between recording time and video quality.

Another significant characteristic of the Magnavox H2160MW9 A is its compatibility with a wide range of media formats. In addition to standard DVD playback, it also supports various audio and video file formats, including CDs and JPEG files. This ensures that users can enjoy not only movies but also music and photo slideshows on their home theater systems.

The H2160MW9 A features an intuitive interface that makes navigation straightforward, even for those who may not be tech-savvy. The remote control offers easy access to essential functions, including recording, playback, and menu navigation. Additionally, the on-screen menu provides clear options for users to customize their settings and manage their recordings effortlessly.

Connectivity is another strong point of this device. It includes multiple input and output options, including HDMI, composite, and S-video outputs, making it easy to connect to TVs, sound systems, and other devices. The HDMI output provides a digital connection that enhances video quality, allowing users to enjoy high-definition content when available.

In terms of design, the Magnavox H2160MW9 A is sleek and compact, fitting easily into most entertainment setups without taking up too much space. The build quality is solid, highlighting durability and longevity.

Overall, the Magnavox H2160MW9 A is an excellent choice for those looking to combine DVD recording and playback in one convenient device. With its range of features, formats, and user-friendly design, it meets the needs of both casual viewers and avid recording enthusiasts.