Playback

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The Play Mode menu

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The Play Mode menu gives you access to search functions, repeat and program play functions.

Important

You can’t use the Play Mode features with Video CDs playing in PBC mode, or while a DVD disc menu is being displayed. For other restrictions, see the following sections.

PLAY MODE

CLEAR

ENTER

PLAY

1Press PLAY MODE to display the Play Mode menu screen.

Play Mode

 

Search Mode

Time Search

A-B Repeat

Title Search

Repeat

Chapter Search

Program

 

You can also access the Play Mode menu from the Home Menu (press HOME MENU).

2 Use the

(cursor buttons) and ENTER

to navigate.

 

To exit the Play Mode menu, press HOME MENU or

PLAY MODE.

Search Mode

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The Search Mode feature lets you start playback from a specified point in a disc by time or by title/chapter/folder/ track number.

1 Select ‘Search Mode’ from the Play Mode menu.

Play Mode

 

 

Search Mode

Time Search

Input Time

A-B Repeat

Title Search

 

Repeat

Chapter Search

0.01.00

Program

 

 

2Select one of the search options.

3Use the number buttons to enter a title/chapter/ folder/track number or the search time (in hours, minutes & seconds).

Title/Chapter/Folder/Track Search: For example, for track 6,

press 6. Alternatively, you can use the

(cursor up/

down) buttons.

 

Time Search (DVD and Video CD only): For example, for 45 minutes into the disc, press 4, 5, 0, 0. For 1 hour and 15 minutes and 20 seconds into the disc, press 1, 1, 5, 2, 0.

If Frame Search is On (see Frame Search on page 80), then you need to add a frame number to the end of the time search. For example 22 minutes, 10 seconds and 5 frames, press 2, 2, 1, 0, 0, 5.

NTSC video contains 30 frames per second, numbered 0 through 29.

When using frame search with film material (recorded at 24 frames/second), accurate frame search may not be possible. This is because of the difference between the recorded frame rate and the playback frame rate.

4Press ENTER.

If you searched by frame, the recorder will pause on the selected frame.

Tip

You can often select what you want to watch on a DVD disc from the disc menu. Press MENU or TOP MENU to display the disc menu.

Note

When using time search, playback may occasionally start slightly before or after the time you input.

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Pioneer DVR-310 operating instructions Playback Play Mode menu, Search Mode

DVR-310 specifications

The Pioneer DVR-7000, DVR-310, and DVR-330-S are remarkable devices in the realm of digital video recording technology. Each of these models presents its unique features, embodying the innovation and quality synonymous with the Pioneer brand.

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Moving to the DVR-310, this model focuses on providing a reliable user experience with enhanced recording and editing features. It supports progressive scan output, providing sharper images and better detail during playback. The DVR-310 also includes a one-touch recording feature, which simplifies the process of capturing shows. Compatible with DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW formats, users can enjoy flexibility in the types of media they choose. Its versatile connectivity options, including HDMI output, allow for easy integration into any home theater setup.

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