Normal Video Recording

To burn video from a video device such as a VCR or DVR onto a disc, connect the device to the DVDirect via an S-video or AV cable. Operate the video

device to play back the portion you want to record, and use the (Record) and (Stop) buttons on the DVDirect to record. You can use the same operation to record from a DV camcorder connected to the DVDirect via a DV (i.LINK) cable.

1Press the 1 (Power) button to turn on the DVDirect.

A message prompting you to insert a disc appears in the display window.

2Insert a disc (page 17).

The DVDirect starts reading the inserted disc.

3Turn on the camera or video device, and set it to playback mode.

For most cameras, switch the power/mode button to the playback, PLAY/ EDIT, or VTR mode to play the tape or perform recording. For details, refer to the operating instructions for your camera.

4Connect the camera or video device to the DVDirect.

When connecting a DV camcorder using a DV (i.LINK) cable

Connect the camera’s DV connector to the DVDirect’s DV IN connector using a DV (i.LINK) cable (not supplied).

DV (i.LINK) cable (not supplied)

When connecting a video device using an AV or S-video cable Use an AV or S-video cable (both not supplied) when connecting a video device such as a VCR or DVR to the DVDirect.

Note

Regardless of which of the two cables is used, recording is always performed with normal video recording.

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