The Initial Setup menu

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Additional information about the TV system settings

About the input line system

This recorder is compatible with PAL, SECAM, 3.58 NTSC and PAL-60 TV systems. The Input Line System and Input Colour System settings determine how the recorder treats incoming video signals from an external input or the built-in TV tuner. Please note the following points when changing the input line system:

If, when the Input Line System setting is changed, the screen goes blank (due to incompatibility with your TV), you can switch back by pressing and holding the

front panel (Stop) button then pressing INPUT SELECT (also front panel) while the recorder is stopped.

When you switch the Input Line System setting the Copy List is erased. If you

switch the setting using the (Stop) button and INPUT SELECT buttons as described above, there is no confirmation, so please use with care.

You can’t mix recordings of different TV line systems on the same disc.

When you change this setting, the Input Colour System setting also changes (page 117).

About NTSC on PAL TV

Depending on the Input Line System setting and the NTSC on PAL TV setting, the signal format output when the recorder is stopped varies as shown in the table below.

Input Line

NTSC on PAL

Output

System

TV

when

stopped

 

 

 

 

 

625 System

Off

PAL

 

 

 

 

On

PAL

 

 

 

525 System

Off

NTSC

 

 

 

 

On

PAL–60

 

 

 

About the input colour system

The available options of the Input Colour System setting depend on the Input Line System setting. The tables below show the different options available.

Taiwan and Philippines model:

Input Line

Built-in tuner

External

System

input

 

 

 

625 System

n/a

Auto

 

 

 

 

 

PAL

 

 

 

 

 

SECAM

 

 

 

525 System

3.58 NTSC

Auto

 

 

 

 

 

3.58 NTSC

 

 

 

 

 

PAL–60

 

 

 

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Pioneer DVR-450H-S Additional information about the TV system settings, About the input line system, About Ntsc on PAL TV

DVR-450H-S specifications

The Pioneer DVR-450H-S is a versatile digital video recorder that has garnered reputation for its impressive features and functionalities catering to both casual users and enthusiasts. A standout characteristic of the DVR-450H-S is its ability to record high-quality video in a variety of formats, making it a solid choice for those looking to preserve their favorite shows and movies.

One of the main features of the DVR-450H-S is its generous internal hard drive capacity, which typically stands at 160GB. This allows users to store a significant number of hours of programming without the need for additional external storage. The unit supports a variety of recording modes, granting flexibility in terms of quality vs. quantity. Users can choose from low, standard, or high-quality settings depending on their needs, allowing for approximately 50 to 100 hours of recording time.

The DVR-450H-S also incorporates DVD recording capabilities, making it possible to transfer recorded programs onto DVD media. This feature is particularly useful for users who wish to create permanent copies of their favorite shows or want to free up space on the hard drive. The unit supports various disc formats, including DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+R, enhancing its compatibility with different media types.

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