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RECORDING METHODS
With dual built in tuners, this recorder allows up to two recordings to take place at the same time. However, it is
to be reminded that schedules of recordings have to be carefully p lanned so as to avoid any conflicts between
different entries. Also take note that recording of external sour ces connected through Auxiliary (L1/L2) is not
permitted.

OTR (ONE TIME RECORDING)

To record a TV program currently being broadcasted, follow the procedures below.

1.

Before recording, ensure that there is sufficient space remaining in the HDD (Refer to page 14). Delete
unwanted files or archive some files using VCR to create space for recording. Refer to Library Menu and
External Recording in the next chapter for instructions on dele ting and archiving files.

2.

Select the channel that is to be recorded.

3.

Start recording by pressing the “REC” button.

4.

Press “STOP” button to end recording.

5.

Viewing another channel during a recording process can be achieved by just selecting another channel.

6.

If two OTR recordings are taking place at the same time, select the desired channe l to display on the main
window and press “STOP” button to stop the recording.

7.

If viewing auxiliary input (L1/L2) while recording is goin g on, “STOP” and “PLAY/PAUSE” button will not
have effect on the recording channel. Press “INPUT SELECT” to switch to the recording c hannel to execute
STOP or PAUSE.

8.

Refer to next section on Playback to view recorded programs.

9.

During recording, press the “REC” button to set a timer for stopping the recording . The timer can be set at
intervals of 30 minutes and up to a maximum of 4 hours by pressing the “R EC” button repeatedly. The timer
can be switched off by selecting “--:--“ when pressing the “REC” button.

10.

OTR will create an entry in the REC MENU list
and is indicated by a hand symbol beside the
entry.

11.

The end time of an OTR can also be edited in
the REC MENU. Refer to page 57 for more
information on Time-based recording.