Recording on the HDD

Symbols in the 'Time Shift Buffer'

Following symbols can appear in the info bar at the top of the screen in the 'Time Shift Buffer'. With the INFO button on the remote control you can also call up this infobar.

Left area

Information about the input signal were displayed here:

'C' Actual TV show (live picture) from the selected TV channel

'P01' Program/Channel number of the selected TV channel

'ARD' Name of the TV-channel

'D' Playback from the HDD

Right area

Information about the current operating status were displayed here:

'B 16:03:02' Actual (live) picture of the selected TV-channel ( TUNER button)

'J PAUSE' Playback from the HDD

'M PAUSE' Still picture

'H 1/2X' Slow motion forwards

'G ' Slow motion backwards

'L ' Fast motion forwards

'K -4X' Fast motion backwards

Navigation in the time shift buffer

Preparation:

•) Switch on the TV set, and if necessary, select the channel for the DVD recorder (channel 3 or 4).

•) Switch on the DVD recorder.

1Press INFO to display the bar of the time shift buffer on the screen.

2The following buttons are available:

O N , O , PLAY G , PAUSE 9 , D , C , JUMP

FWD , JUMP BACK for navigation in the time bar.

O T/C

Switching between title/chapter for selection using N , O . The top screen line displays either 'TITLE' for selecting titles or 'CHAPTER' for selecting chapters

O REC/OTR n :

-To start a recording that will be stored on the HDD.

-To mark a title that will be stored on the HDD.

-Hold button down to start the recording from the actual position.

ORed function button:

-To cancel the marked recording that was set with the REC/OTR n button.

-Hold button down to stop the recording at the actual position.

OYellow function button: ('OVERVIEW')

To display an overview of all content of the time shift buffer.

OBlue function button:('MORE INFO'):

To display any additional information for the actual TV show transmitted by the TV Guide On Screensystem.

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Philips HDRW 720/17 manual Symbols in the Time Shift Buffer, Navigation in the time shift buffer, Left area, Right area

HDRW 720/17 specifications

The Philips HDRW 720/17 is a versatile and user-friendly DVD recorder that brings the convenience of digital recording into the home. Designed for both casual users and serious enthusiasts, it combines a range of features that enhance home entertainment experiences.

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