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7.1Recording a programme

Once recording has started, a symbol like the left fig- ure will be displayed at the top right of the screen for a few seconds. When you are watching a service dif-

ferent from the service being recorded, you can view a number on the center of the symbol, which indicates the order that the recording is started.

To record two programs simultaneously, two tuners are allo- cated for the recording. Therefore, you can only change to a limited number of services while the two programs are being recorded.

CAUTION

Do not move the digital receiver nor pull out the plug while it is running. It may cause damage to recorded programmes. Note that Topfield is not responsible for damages inflicted on files that are stored on the hard disk drive.

NOTE

When a recording is complete, it might not be saved if its recording duration is less than one minute.

7.1.1 Instant recording

To instantly record the programme you are watching at present, press the button. Pressing the button will not pause the current recording like it does with a video cassette recorder.

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Topfield TF 5510 PVR, TF 5010 PVR manual Recording a programme, Instant recording

TF 5010 PVR, TF 5510 PVR specifications

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