Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 3 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 DVR313 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Recordable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disc-related terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Types of video CDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 About DVD-R and DVD-RW disc . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 What are ‘recording modes’? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

• Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape? . 7

• About word ‘Original’ and ‘Playlist’. . . . . . . . 7 About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

• Disc types and recording formats, modes, and settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

• Notes for recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

• Recording TV audio channels. . . . . . . . . . . 8

• Restrictions on video recording. . . . . . . . . . 8

• What is ‘CPRM’? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

• Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Handling the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Cleaning the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Handling discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Storing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• Cleaning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 About Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• About the symbol display . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

• About the disc symbols for instructions . . . . 9

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Function Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Remote Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Controlling TVs and Cable Boxes (DBS) . . . . . 13

Programming the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

DVR HOOKUP

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-18

Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to

DVD Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Connecting to a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Connecting to Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . 17 Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections

to DVD Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Connecting a Digital Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Before Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-28 Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-21

• EZ Channel Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

• Tuning Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

• To Add or Erase Channels from Memory . 19

• Auto Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

• Manual Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

• TV Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

• Progressive Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

• PBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

• Set Initialize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

• Disc Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

• OSD Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Dolby Digital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• DTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Sampling Freq. (Frequency) . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

• Dynamic Range Control (DRC). . . . . . . . . 22 Lock (Parental Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24

• Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Set Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

• Country Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25

• Record Mode Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• Record Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

• Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

• DV Rec Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26

• Initialize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

• Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

• Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

• Disc Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 General Explanation of On-Screen Display . . . 27 On-Screen Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28

Using the built-in TV tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Changing TV Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Changing TV Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Displaying OSD While Watching TV . . . . . . . . 29

DVR313 specifications

The Zenith DVR313 is a versatile digital video recorder that has garnered attention for its combination of functionality, innovative features, and user-friendly design. This device stands out in an era where consumers seek seamless integration of their home entertainment systems, and it delivers on many fronts.

One of the primary features of the Zenith DVR313 is its dual-tuner capability. This allows users to record two programs simultaneously while watching a third. The convenience of not having to choose between two exciting programs is a significant advantage for those who often find themselves torn between shows. Additionally, the DVR313 supports series recording, ensuring that viewers never miss an episode of their favorite shows, even if they forget to set a timer.

The user interface is another noteworthy aspect of the Zenith DVR313. The device is equipped with an intuitive on-screen guide that simplifies navigation through channels and recorded programs. Users can easily browse, search for content, and manage their recordings with a few clicks, making the viewing experience more enjoyable and less time-consuming.

Connectivity options are abundant in the Zenith DVR313, allowing for flexibility in how users connect to their televisions and other devices. It features multiple HDMI and composite outputs, alongside USB ports for easy access to external drives, enhancing the playback experience. Furthermore, the HDMI output supports 1080p resolution, ensuring high-definition video quality that caters to the demands of modern viewing.

Another characteristic that makes the Zenith DVR313 appealing is its storage capacity. The internal hard drive offers ample space for storing recorded content, accommodating the viewing habits of even the most avid watchers. Users can easily manage storage space and delete old recordings to make room for new content, all while accessing their recorded library with ease.

In terms of technology, the Zenith DVR313 employs advanced encoding techniques that ensure crisp, high-quality recordings. It also supports a variety of video formats, providing versatility for users who wish to watch content from different sources. The device's reliable performance, coupled with its robust feature set, makes it an excellent choice for consumers looking to enhance their home entertainment setups.

Overall, the Zenith DVR313 combines functionality with modern design and technology, appealing to a broad spectrum of users. Its dual-tuner, user-friendly interface, and excellent connectivity options are just a few of the features that position it as a superior digital video recorder in today’s market. Whether watching live television or catching up on recorded shows, the Zenith DVR313 is designed to enrich the viewing experience.

Zenith DVR313 warranty Table of Contents

Models: DVR313

INTRODUCTION

DVR313 specifications