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Step 2: Optional Connections (continued)

DV OUT

Connecting a camcorder to the front sockets

You can use the front sockets to copy camcorder recordings. These sockets are located behind the flap on the right and provides convenient connections for a camcorder.

Option 1: Using the DV IN socket

Use this connection if you have a Digital Video or Digital 8 camcorder. The DV socket conforms to the i.LINK standard.

Use an i.LINK 4-pin cable (not supplied) to connect the DV IN socket on the recorder to the appropriate DV OUT socket on the camcorder.

Before you start operating, press REC SOURCE on the remote control repeatedly to select ‘DV’ as the input channel. See the chapter “Recording” for details.

Helpful Hints:

The DV IN socket does not support a connection to a Personal Computer.

It is not possible to record from the recorder to your camcorder via the DV IN socket on your recorder.

Option 2: Using the VIDEO In socket

Use the VIDEO connection if your camcorder has only a single video output (Composite Video, CVBS).

A Connect the VIDEO(CAM1) socket on

the front panel of the recorder to the corresponding S-VHS or Video output socket on the camcorder.

B Use an audio cable (red/white ends) to connect the AUDIO L/R sockets on the front panel of the recorder to the audio output sockets on the camcorder.

Before you start operating, press REC SOURCE on the remote control repeatedly to select ‘CAM1’ as the input channel, depending on your connections. See the chapter “Recording” for details.

TIPS: Before making or changing any connections, make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet.

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Philips DVDR3380 user manual Connecting a camcorder to the front sockets, Option 1 Using the DV in socket