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    DVD RECORDER (DVD RECORDER with VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER) Instruction Manual Model No. DV-RF7U + VCR Plus and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar + Development Corporation. The VCR Plus system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. HITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HOME
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    servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. LASER SAFETY This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury. CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS in the instruction manual. The user could lose
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    810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCT (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMP POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) 14. Lightning - For added the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may
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    not to harm the disc because the data on these discs is highly vulnerable to the environment. • Do not keep under direct sunlight. • Keep in a cool ventilated area. • Store vertically. • Keep in a clean protection jacket. • If you move your DVD Recorder-VCR suddenly from a cold place to a warm place
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    This is a format that is used for recording data on a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc. You can repeat recording, editing, deleting, partial deletion, creation of playlist, and etc. - A disc that is recorded in this mode may not be played by existing DVD players. • DVD-RW (Video mode) - This is a format that
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    encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your DVD Recorder-VCR directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected DVD discs. • This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods
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    Instruction Manual . . . . .10 How to use the DVD Recorder-VCR 10 Description 12 Front Panel 12 Front Panel Display 12 Rear Panel 13 Tour of the Remote Control Cord 22 Preparing the Remote Control 22 N System Setup On-Screen Menu Navigation 24 Auto Clock Set 25 Manual Clock Set 26 Channel
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    MP3 CD 55 Using P in P 56 *VCR Playback Playing the VCR 57 Tracking 57 Special VCR Playback Features 58 S-VHS Playback 58 Variable Search System 59 N Recording *DVD Recording Before Recording 60 Using VCR Plus+ codes to make timer recordings 62 Recording the current channel you are watching
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    Features Time Slip and Picture In Picture (P in P) Use the Time Slip function to play back the recorded images while a recording is proceeding (DVD-RAM only). Use the P in P function to view the playback and recording screens at the same time. The DV-RF7U allows you to record and play back high
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    each function About the use of this instruction manual 1) Be sure to be familiar with Safety Instructions before using this product. (See pages 2~6) 2) If a problem occurs, check for Troubleshooting. (See pages 101~103) How to use the DVD Recorder-VCR Step 1 Select the disc type This unit
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    on the disc once it has been finalized. Step 5 Editing a recorded disc Editing on discs is easier than conventional video tapes. The recorder supports many different edit functions, possible only with DVDs. With a simple and easy edit menu, you can operate various edit functions, such as delete
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    stand-by.) 6 PROGRESSIVE BUTTON 7 S-VIDEO INPUT JACK 8 VIDEO INPUT JACK < => ? @A B C 9 AUDIO L/R INPUT JACKS : DV INPUT JACK ; CHANNEL / BUTTONS < FRONT PANEL DISPLAY = DVD/VCR SELECT BUTTON > RECORD BUTTON ? STOP BUTTON @ SKIP/FR BUTTON A PLAY BUTTON B F.F/SKIP BUTTON C DUBBING BUTTONS Front
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    Tour of the Remote Control 1 C 2 D OPEN/ 3 /I DVD VCR CLOSE E AUDIO DVD DUBBING VCR DISPLAY F 4 REC MODE SURROUND DVD CH G 5 recorded files list. 7 INPUT Button Select line input signal in external input mode (Tuner or Line input) 8 MAIN MENU Button Brings up the DVD Recorder-VCR
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    main screen. M TIME SLIP Button N FORWARD Button O STOP Button P PAUSE Button Use this to pause during recording or playback. Q SKIP/STEP Button R REC Button Use to make a recording on DVD-RAM/-RW/-R discs. S DIRECTION Buttons (UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT Buttons) T ENTER Button U RETURN Button Returns
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    Quick Overview A Quick Overview presented in this guide will give you enough information to start using the recorder. Step 1 : Unpacking 4 Step 2 22 • Preparing the Remote Control . . . . 22 • Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer's attention to
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    Control • Instruction Manual • Batteries for Remote Control (AA Size) Dispose of batteries according to local environmental regulations. Do not put them in the household trash. Step 2: Connecting the Antenna Cable There are several ways to connect your DVD antenna to the DVD Recorder-VCR. To RF IN
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    If you experience 525 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that you switch the connection to the 'standard definition' output. Method 1: Connecting to a video input jack Connect a video (yellow) cable between the VIDEO (yellow) OUT jack on DVD Recorder-VCR and VIDEO (yellow) IN jack
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    video input jacks (Y, CB/PB, CR/PR) in 525i/480i mode 1. Connect Component video cables (not supplied) between the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on DVD Recorder-VCR and COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks on the TV (or AV amplifier). 2. Make sure that the disc has stopped completely before changing the mode. If
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    support progressive scan input to allow you to watch 525p/480p video output. 1. Connect Component video cables (not supplied) between the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on DVD Recorder-VCR and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Method 1: Connecting to your TV COMPONENT
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    Connections Method 2: Connecting to a stereo amplifier with analog input jacks If your stereo amplifier has audio input jacks (L and R) only, use the analog audio out jacks. AUDIO OUT R L red white red white ANALOG AUDIO IN R1 L1 Front (L) speaker Front (R) speaker Method 3: Connecting to
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    to connect your DVD Recorder-VCR to other external devices and view or record their outputs. • Method 1: Connecting a VCR, Set-Top Box (STB) or DVD player to the LINE IN 1 jacks. • Method 2: Connecting a Camcorder to the LINE IN 2 jacks. • Method 3: Connecting a Camcorder to the DV IN jack. Method
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    to the DV IN jack If your camcorder has a DV output jack, connect it to the DV input jack of your DVD Recorder-VCR. • If your camcorder has a DV output jack, see page 71 for more information. To external device Step 7: Preparing the Remote Control Install Batteries in the Remote Control • Open the
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    Connections Setting the Remote Control The remote control will work with Hitachi televisions and compatible brands. OPEN/ /I DVD VCR CLOSE AUDIO DVD DUBBING VCR DISPLAY REC MODE SURROUND DVD CH PLAY LIST 100+ 123 MENU INPUT 456 MAIN MENU 789 MARKER CANCEL 0 VCR Plus+ TIMER TIME SLIP P in P
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    various functions on your DVD Recorder-VCR. Use the following buttons to open and navigate through the on-screen menus. DVD-RAM(VR) Setup System Timer Rec. Dubbing Disc Navigation Clock Set Channel Set Language Audio Playlist Video Disc Manager Parental Control MOVE SELECT RETURN Setup
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    or ENTER button. No Disc Setup Auto Clock Set Manual Clock Set Timer Rec. Clock Set 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MAIN MENU button. No Disc Setup System Timer Rec. Clock Set Channel Set Language Audio Video Parental Control MOVE SELECT RETURN Setup EXIT 2 Using the 34 buttons
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    a local TV station, follow these steps to set the date and time manually. NOTE: For accurate Timer Recording, your DVD Recorder-VCR's internal clock must be set correctly. 1 Open "MENU" Press the MAIN MENU button while the DVD or VCR is in Stop mode. 2 Select "Setup" Using the 34 buttons, move the
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    manually set the DVD RecorderVCR DVD-VIDEO Setup System Timer Rec. Title Menu Clock Set Channel Set Language Disc Menu Audio Video Parental Control DVD Recorder-VCR is connected to Cable TV. DVD-VIDEO Setup Antenna/Cable TV Timer Rec. Title Menu Auto Channel Memory Channel Add/Delete Guide
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    Stop mode, press the MAIN MENU button on the remote. 2 Select "Setup" using 34 buttons, then press the 1 or ENTER button. DVD-VIDEO Setup System Timer Rec. Title Menu Clock Set Channel Set Language Disc Menu Audio Video Parental Control MOVE SELECT RETURN Setup EXIT 5 Select the desired
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    mode, press the MAIN MENU button on the remote. 2 Select "Setup" using 34 buttons, then press the 1 or ENTER button. DVD-VIDEO Setup System Timer Rec. Title Menu Clock Set Channel Set Language Disc Menu Audio Video Parental Control MOVE SELECT RETURN Setup EXIT 3 Select "Audio" using
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    remote. You can't use the Setup functions during playback. 2 Select "Setup" using 34 buttons, then press the 1 or ENTER button. DVD-VIDEO Setup System Timer Rec. Title Menu Clock Set Channel Set Language Disc Menu Audio Video Parental Control on the type of television you have, you may
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    SELECT RETURN EXIT DVD-VIDEO Setup System Timer Rec. Title Menu Clock Set Channel Set Language Disc Menu Audio Video Parental Control MOVE SELECT RETURN Setup EXIT 4 Enter the 4-digit password using the 0 to 9 buttons on the remote. • When using the DVD recorder for the first time
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    Auto Channel Memory Channel Add/Delete Guide Channel Setup Disc Menu Channel Set : Cable TV MOVE SELECT RETURN EXIT 4 Run "Auto channel memory" Move the selection arrow to "Auto Channel Memory," then press ENTER to select. • The DVD Recorder-VCR will automatically search for all available
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    Delete Guide Channel Setup Disc Menu Channel Set : Cable TV MOVE SELECT RETURN EXIT 5 Select Channel to Add/Delete Use the DVD CHANNEL to select. DVD-VIDEO Setup System Timer Rec. Title Menu Clock Set Channel Set Language Disc Menu Audio Video Parental Control MOVE SELECT RETURN
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    receiving channel MOVE SELECT RETURN EXIT Guide Channel Setup Set these guide channels so you can use VCR Plus+ codes for timer recording. Before starting the settings, prepare a chart showing the channels, station names, and guide channels. 1 Open "MENU" With the DVD in stop mode, press the
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    are missing the Record Safety Tab Note will play automatically when inserted. 3 Select "VCR" Using the 34 buttons, move the selection bar to "VCR", then press the 1 or ENTER button to select. DVD-VIDEO Setup VCR Timer Rec. Title Menu Video Input Front Display Disc Menu System : Line2 : Auto
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    the DVD Recorder-VCR in stop or play mode, press the MAIN MENU button. 2 Select "Setup" Using the 34 buttons, move the selection bar to "Setup", then press ENTER to select. DVD-VIDEO Setup System Timer Rec. Title Menu Clock Set Channel Set Language Disc Menu Audio Video Parental Control MOVE
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    to select. DVD-VIDEO Setup System Timer Rec. Title Menu Clock Set Channel Set Language Disc Menu Audio Video Parental Control MOVE SELECT will be dim all the time. DVD-VIDEO Setup VCR Timer Rec. Title Menu Video Input Front Display Disc Menu System : Line2 : Auto Auto Dim Bright
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    Play . . . . 41 • Manual Skip 42 • About FUNCTIONS button 43 VCR 57 • Tracking 57 • Special VCR Playback Features . . . 58 • S-VHS Playback 58 • Variable Search System 59 38 - English Read the following information before playing a disc. Region code (DVD-Video only) Both the DVD Recorder-VCR
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    /MV-Disc/DiVX Video Disc, etc. • Video CD/CVD/SVCD/CD-ROM/CDV/CD-G/CD-I I This DVD Recorder-VCR can only operate with Note discs that are compatible with DVD-RAM Standard Version 2.0. I Playback and/or recording may not work for some types of discs, or when specific operations, such as angle change
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    DVD-VIDEO, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R or audio CDs (CD-DA). I This DVD Recorder-VCR can play back 8-cm Note DVD-R discs that have been recorded on a Hitachi DVD video camera/recorder and not finalized. However, no image can be recorded on these discs. I Do not move your DVD Recorder-VCR instructions
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    Motion Play/ Step Motion Play Searching through a Chapter or Track During play, press the SEARCH 6 or 5 button on the remote control. The playback speed will change as follows. DVD-VIDEO/ DVD-RAM/DVD-RW DVD-R AUDIO CD(CDDA) PLAY>FF1/FR1>FF2/FR2> FF3/FR3>FF4/FR4>FF5/FR5> FF6/FR6 PLAY>FF1/FR1>FF2
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    Playback Manual Skip DVD-RAM DVD-R RW VIDEO RW VR Skipping 30 seconds forward and playing (manual skip): Each press of the M. SKIP button during playback of recorded TV program will skip to scene approx. 30 seconds ahead. 1 Press the M. SKIP button on remote control during playback. I Manual Skip
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    settings and set some features including Repeat, Angle and Zoom. Press the FUNCTIONS button on the remote control during playback. DVD-VIDEO Title/Chapter/Time/Subtitle/Audio/Repeat/Angle/Zoom DVD-VIDEO Title 1/7 Chapter 1/13 Time 00:02:37 Subtitle Off Audio ENG d D 2CH Repeat Off Angle
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    Repeat Play Using Repeat Play (For DVD-VIDEO/DVD-RAM/DVDRW/DVD-R) (DVD-VIDEO only supports chapter repeat.) 1 Press the FUNCTIONS button during playback. DVD-VIDEO Title 1/7 Chapter 1/13 Time 00:02:37 Subtitle Off Audio ENG d D 2CH Repeat Off Angle 1/1 Zoom Off MOVE CHANGE Using Repeat
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    at the point where you want the repeat play to stop (B). • The DVD Recorder-VCR will play back the selected section repeatedly. To return to normal playback Select Off on the Repeat item or press the CANCEL button on the remote control. 2 Use 34 to select the Title, Chapter or time you want to
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    between On and Off. • Press the RETURN button to switch off the display. (The display will automatically disappear in approx. 30 seconds if the DVD recorder is left without any button pressed.) I Virtual Surround may be less effective or may not Note function at all depending on the disc used. I If
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    Use 34 to select Angle and use 21 button to select the desired camera angle. DVD-VIDEO Title 1/7 Chapter 2/13 Time 00:08:29 Subtitle Off Audio ENG d D work Note with all DVDs. This function does not work when a DVD has not been recorded with a multi-camera angle system. Playback English - 47
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    DVD-R, DVD-RW(VIDEO) and DVD-VIDEO discs • The screen will display "Bookmark" in place of "Marker" if you are playing a DVD-R, DVDRW(VIDEO) and DVD- positions. You can mark up to 99 scenes. • The set markers will be recorded on disc. • To finish marker setting, press the RETURN or MARKER button.
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    button again after the screen was enlarged to twice the normal size, the screen size will be enlarged to four times the normal size. DVD-VIDEO/ DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/ DVD-R normal size >2X >4X >2X >normal size 5 To return to the normal size, press the ENTER button repeatedly until the screen becomes of
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    DISPLAY button on the remote control. The following information will be displayed. (Current deck status, recording speed, remaining time, input channel, current time.) I Some discs may not support the title menu funcNote tionality. DVD STOP 0:14:54 -Rem --:-CH 111 --- --- -. - VCR STOP 0:00:15 SP
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    ) to start playback from, and then press the ENTER button. • You can also select the track (song) by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote. Audio CD (CDDA) Screen Elements 1 34: Select a track (song). 2 1: Play back the selected track (song). 3 ENTER button: Play back the selected track (song
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    play option using the 34 buttons and press the ENTER button. • Normal : Tracks on a disc are played in the order in which they were recorded on the disc. • Random : The Random option plays a disc's tracks in random order. After a random list is generated and played completely, another random list
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    To Program Tracks You can register a maximum 30 tracks in the playlist. 1 Press the FUNCTIONS button. Repeat Mode will be highlighted. CD Func. Repeat : off 01. TRACK 1 Music Play Option : Normal 00:08 01/07 01. TRACK 1 02. TRACK 2 03. TRACK 3 04. TRACK 4 05. TRACK 5 06. TRACK 6 5:14 7:25 6:
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    show mode. Before the slide show can begin, the photo interval (slide show speed) must be set : Each time the ENTER button is pressed the picture rotates 90 degree clockwise. : Each time the ENTER button is pressed, the photo is enlarged up to 4X. (Normal >2X >4X >2X >Normal) MOVE Page
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    when it is pressed during playback. If it is pressed again, the DVD Recorder-VCR plays back the previous track. I The same playback function can be the desired track (song) by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote. Buttons on the Remote 1 34: Selects a track (song). 2 1: Plays the selected
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    TV together. Deactivating P in P 1 Press the P in P button again. • P in P will be deactivated. I P in P does not work in VCR mode. Note 1 Press the P in P button during playback of DVD disc. • The current disc is played back on the P in P screen located at the bottom of the screen. Switching
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    Tracking Manually During playback, press the DVD CHANNEL / buttons to remove white lines from the picture. 1 Insert VHS Tape Insert a standard VHS videotape into the VCR deck. • When a videotape is inserted, power will turn on automatically. 2 Play Tape Press the PLAY button on the remote control
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    button to restore normal playback. • The SKIP/FR button on the DVD Recorder-VCR will deliver only the 5X speed. 1 Insert S-VHS Tape Insert an S-VHS tape into the VCR deck. 2 Start Playback Press PLAY button on the remote control to begin playback of the S-VHS tape. I Pressing the DISPLAY button
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    is given an Index mark for easy location. However, the VHS Index Search System (VISS) cannot recognize index marks made by old VCRs. If the VCR has trouble finding a mark, it is probably because the cassette was recorded on a VCR without VISS. If you want to index two programs in a row, set your
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    Before recording, read the following instructions and select the disc type according to your preference. Recordable discs This recorder can record on the following discs. DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R Recording • Before Recording 60 • Using VCR Plus+ codes to make timer recordings 62 • Recording the
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    a created Playlist. Unrecordable pictures Pictures with copy protection cannot be recorded on this DVD Recorder-VCR. When the DVD Recorder-VCR receives a copy guard signal while recording, recording stops and the message appears on the screen. Concerning copy control signals. Broadcasts that
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    on the remote in Note Stop mode, the current screen directly changes into the VCR Plus+ code input screen. I Depending on the disc type, the screen shown above may look different. I The actual time recorded may be longer than the program itself when television programs are recorded using VCR Plus
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    . 1 Press the OPEN/CLOSE button and place a recordable disc on the disc tray. 2 Press the DVD CHANNEL 34 button to select the channel you want to record. 3 Press the REC MODE button on remote control, to select the recording speed (quality). • XP (High, approx. 1 hour) # SP (Standard, approx
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    2 to 69 2 Start Recording. Follow the instructions on page 63 to begin recording. 3 Activate OTR. While in Record mode, press the REC button again to activate One-Touch Recording (OTR). • Record length 0:30 appears on the On-Screen Display and the DVD Recorder-VCR will record for exactly 30 minutes
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    ) : Select when you want to set video quality automatically. It depends on the remaining time on the DVD. VCR SP : Standard Play, for best picture quality. SLP : Super Long Play, for maximum recording time (3 times SP). Auto (Auto mode) : Select when you want to set video quality automatically. It
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    button. DVD-RAM(VR) Timer Record Setup VCR Plus+ Record Timer Record Timer Rec. Scheduled Record List Recording section for more information on Timer Recording Input items. • Pressing the TIMER button on remote control will also display the Timer Recording screen. DVD-RAM(VR) Scheduled Record
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    select Timer Rec., and then press the ENTER or 1 button. 3 Press the 34 button to select scheduled Record List, and then press the ENTER or 1 button. DVD-RAM(VR) Scheduled Record List No. To 01 DVD 02 DVD 03 -- Source CH 11 CH 111 --- Date Start End Type Mode Edit 06/04 01:17PM 02
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    and the DVD Recorder-VCR will automatically turn off. I Sometimes, when the DVD Recorder-VCR senses Note that the reserved program has begun and starts recording, the beginning of program may not be recorded. I Satellite link recording is not possible using the S VIDEO IN, LINE 2 (L2) or DV IN jack
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    . I Pressing the P in P button will switch the images between the P in P and normal screens. 5 Press the STOP button on your DVD Recorder-VCR when the recording is finished. I Also refer to the user manual for your External Note Devices when recording through Line In mode using Audio/Video cable
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    start of the program currently being recorded. During recording: 1 Press the PLAY button. • The DVD Recorder-VCR will play back the program currently being recorded, starting at the beginning. • If the DVD Recorder-VCR played some program immediately before starting to record, it will play from the
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    may not work with your DVD Note Recorder-VCR even if they have a DV output jack. I Also refer to the user manual for your camcorder when recording through a DV jack. 3 Start Recording Press the REC button on the remote control or front panel. For options while recording is in progress, see "Special
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    REC MODE button on the remote control to set the Record Speed to one of the following options: • SP - Standard Play, for best picture quality. • SLP - Super Long Play, for maximum recording time (3 times SP). 2 Start Recording Follow the Basic VCR Recording instructions on page 71 . I The selected
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    DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R You can dub from DVD to VCR, or from VCR to DVD. Press MAIN MENU button and select Dubbing. DVD-RAM(VR) Setup DVD-->VCR VCR-->DVD Timer Rec. Dubbing Disc Navigation Playlist Disc Manager MOVE SELECT Dubbing RETURN EXIT DVD to VCR You can dub any contents recorded on DVD
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    will appear when dubbing from DVD to VCR. For immediate dubbing (one-button dubbing) • Pressing the DUBBING 1 VCR button on this DVD Recorder-VCR or remote control will start dubbing from DVD disc to videotape. • Depending on the status of DVD disc, the DVD Recorder-VCR will perform one of the
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    . DVD-RAM(VR) VCR-->DVD No DVD RecorderVCR will stop automatically. • Press the STOP button to stop dubbing midway. • When dubbing is complete, the dubbing list will be cleared. 3 Press DVD DUBBING button on front panel or remote control. 4 To stop dubbing, press the STOP button. Recording
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    type. Press the MAIN MENU button. No Disc No Disc Setup System Timer Rec. Clock Set Channel Set Language Audio Video Parental Control MOVE SELECT RETURN Setup EXIT Setup Timer Rec. DVD-VIDEO DVD-VIDEO Setup System Timer Rec. Title Menu Clock Set Channel Set Language Disc Menu Audio
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    Rec. Dubbing Disc Navigation Disc Manager JPEG, MP3 MP3 Setup System Timer Rec. Clock Set Channel Set Language Audio Video Parental Control MOVE SELECT RETURN Setup EXIT Setup Timer Rec. DVD-R(V) DVD-R(V) Setup System Timer Rec. Dubbing Disc Navigation Clock Set Channel Set Language
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    button on the remote control. • The Disc Navigation screen is displayed. 12 34 56 DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R You can play back the recorded titles, edit a title name, edit record list entries and lock or unlock the record list. 1 Press the MAIN MENU button. DVD-RAM(VR) Setup System Timer Rec
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    a recorded program by Note pressing the FUNCTIONS button and using the title, chapter or time items. 1 Press the MAIN MENU button. DVD-RAM( ENTER or 1 button, or press the TOP MENU/DISC NAVIGATION button on the remote control. • The Disc Navigation screen is displayed. 3 Press the 34 button to
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    RW DVD-R Follow these directions to rename a Disc Navigation entry, i.e., to edit the title of a recorded program. 1 Press the MAIN MENU button. 2 Press the 34 button to select Disc Navigation, and then press the ENTER or 1 button, or press the TOP MENU/DISC NAVIGATION button on the remote control
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    you want to delete a protected entry, select "OFF" in the protection menu. DVD-RAM(VR) Disc Navigation JUN/28/2004 01:09AM CH46 JUN/28/2004 01: or 1 button, or press the TOP MENU/DISC NAVIGATION button on the remote control. • The Disc Navigation screen is displayed. 3 Press the 34 button to
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    TOP MENU/DISC NAVIGATION button on the remote control. • The Disc Navigation screen is displayed. 4 Press the 34 button to select Protection, and then press the ENTER button. • You will be prompted with the confirmation message 'Title Protection:'. DVD-RAM(VR) Disc Navigation Title Protection
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    deletion start point window and time 4 Section deletion end point window and time DVD-RAM(VR) Edit Title Title No.05 Start 3 Start 00:00:24 End or 1 button, or press the TOP MENU/DISC NAVIGATION button on the remote control. • The Disc Navigation screen is displayed. 3 Press the 34 button to
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    • Scene Navi. allows you to display a list of the scenes recorded on DVD-RAM disc using a DVD video camera/recorder. • Scene Navi. also allows you to display the scenes with markers attached to the program recorded on this DVD Recorder-VCR (see "Using Markers/Bookmarks" on page 48). • You can start
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    one minute. I Time Navi. will not work with programs in which still images (photos) have been recorded. I Time Navi. may not properly operate if a disc recorded on a device other than this DVD Recorder-VCR is used. I The search time will not correctly appear with a disc on which some part of the
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    a new scene, and then press the ENTER button. DVD-RAM DVD-RW VR mode Follow these directions to create a new playlist entry from a recorded title. DVD-RAM(VR) Make Scene Scene No.001 Start Title : even if that playlist is deleted, the origi- nal data will not be deleted. Editing 86 - English
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    to select Edit Playlist, and then press the ENTER or 1 button, or press the MENU/PLAY LIST button on the remote control. • The Edit Playlist screen is displayed. DVD-RAM(VR) Setup New Playlist Edit Playlist Timer Rec. Dubbing Disc Navigation Playlist Disc Manager MOVE SELECT Playlist RETURN
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    Dubs the selected entry. • Delete: Deletes the selected entry from the list. DVD-RAM(VR) JUN/28/2004 02:14 AM 1 Scene JUN/28/2004 02: buttons. • This function is the same as the Rename item of Edit Disc Navigation screen. DVD-RAM(VR) Video ABCDE FGH I J K LMNO PQRS T UVWX Y Z Back Space abcde
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    and then press the ENTER or 1 button, or press MENU/PLAY LIST button on the remote control. • The Edit Playlist screen is displayed. 4 Press the 34 button to select an then press the ENTER or 1 button. • The Edit Playlist menu is displayed. DVD-RAM(VR) JUN/28/2004 02:14 AM 1 Scene JUN/28/2004 02:
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    Modify, and then press the ENTER button. • The Modify Scene screen is displayed. DVD-RAM(VR) Scene No. 4/ 4 Edit Scene Playlist No. 2 Play Modify ENTER button. • A yellow selection window is displayed on the scene to move. DVD-RAM(VR) Scene No. 4/ 4 Edit Scene Playlist No. 2 Play Modify 01
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    then press the ENTER button. • The selected scene is moved to the new position. DVD-RAM(VR) Scene No. 1/ 4 Edit Scene Playlist No. 2 Play Modify 01 you wanted to add will be inserted before the scene selected in step 1. DVD-RAM(VR) Add Scene Scene No.005 Start Title : 5/13 Start 00:
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    button, or press the MENU/PLAY LIST button on the remote control. • The Edit Playlist screen is displayed. DVD-RAM(VR) JUN/28/2004 02:14 AM 4 Scenes the 34 button to select an entry (title) you want to dub to the VCR, and then press the ENTER or 1 button. • The Edit Playlist menu is displayed
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    the delete confirmation message 'Do you want to delete?'. DVD-RAM(VR) Edit Playlist DVD-RAM DVD-RW VR mode 1 Press the MAIN MENU button when the ENTER or 1 button, or press the MENU/PLAY LIST button on the remote control. • The Edit Playlist screen is displayed. 4 Press the 34 button to select
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    MAIN MENU button when the disc is stopped. 2 Press the 34 buttons to select Disc Manager, and then press the ENTER or 1 button. DVD-RAM(VR) Disc Manager Setup Disc Name : Timer Rec. Dubbing Disc Navigation Disk Protection : Not Protected Disc Format Delete All Titles Cartridge Protection Info
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    if cartridge proNote tect is cleared. Formatting a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW Disc Use these instructions to format a disc. The cartridge write protect you will be prompted with the confirmation message 'All data will be deleted. Do you want to continue?'. DVD-RAM(VR) Disc Manager Setup Disc Name :VIDEO
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    DVD-VR and DVD-V are defined according to their recording format Editing DISC DVD-VR Possible (Partial editing is possible) DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-V Not available DVD-RW DVD-R Delete All Titles DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R Follow these instructions set, or when a DVD-RAM is used, data cannot be deleted from
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    EXIT I Disc Protection will operate only if cartridge proNote tect is set to Not Protected. Finalizing a disc DVD-RW DVD-R After you record titles onto a DVD-RW/DVD-R disc with your DVD Recorder-VCR, it needs to be finalized before it can be played back on external devices. 1 Press the MAIN MENU
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    you cannot delete entries Note from the record list. I After being finalized, the DVD-R operates in the same manner as a DVD-Video. I Depending on the kind not be able to use the disc anymore. Unfinalizing a disc (V/VR mode) DVD-RW 1 Press the MAIN MENU button with the disc stopped. 2 Press the
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    the ENTER button. • The disc will be unfinalized. • A DVD-RW can be finalized or unfinalized in Video mode. Mark Operation Finalize DVD-VIDEO(RW) Same as DVD-Video Unfinalize DVD-RW(V) Additional recording, protection and deletion are possible. • A DVD-RW can be finalized or unfinalized in VR
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    Reference • Troubleshooting (DVD-VIDEO/ DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R) . . . . . 101 • Troubleshooting 102 • Problems and Solutions (VCR) . . . . 103 • Specifications 104 100 - English Troubleshooting (DVD-VIDEO/DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R) 4 Troubleshooting 4 Problems and Solutions (VCR) 4 Specifications
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    contacting a Hitachi authorized service center. No power. Logo is displayed for a while when the power turns on. Cannot record TV programs. • Check whether the power cord is securely plugged into power outlet. • Did you press the power button of your DVD Recorder-VCR. The DVD Recorder-VCR requires
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    when the disc is stopped. • Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on your DVD recorder-VCR. Operate within distance. (15ft) Remove obstacles between the DVD Recorder-VCR and remote control. • Check whether the batteries are dead. Other problems • Read the table of contents and then
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    If you are unable to solve the problem after reading the above instructions, note: N The model and serial number on the rear of your DVD Recorder-VCR N The warranty information N A clear description of the problem Then contact your nearest Hitachi authorized service center. Reference English - 103
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    General Input Output DVD Power requirements Power consumption/Standby power (W) Weight Dimensions Operating temp. Operating humidity Video Max. Audio Input Level DV Input Receivable Channels Audio Video Picture Compression format Audio Compression format Recording time Video S/N Ratio
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    este método si desea contemplar canales sin adaptador para cablevisión. A RF IN Método 2: Antena + Adaptador para cablevisión + Videograbadora con DVD + Televisor: Adaptador para cablevisión con muchos canales codificados Usted podrá grabar canales seleccionándolos en el adaptador para cablevisi
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    . Método 1: Conexión a una toma de entrada de vídeo Conecte un cable de vídeo (amarillo) entre la toma OUT (amarilla) de la videograbadora con DVD y la toma VIDEO IN (amarilla) del televisor (o amplificador de audio/vídeo). • Usted podrá disfrutar de imágenes de calidad normal. • Conecte los cables
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    CR/PR) en el modo 525i/480i 1. Conecte cables de vídeo de componentes (no suministrados) entre las tomas COMPONENT VIDEO OUT de la videograbadora con DVD y las tomas COMPONENT VIDEO IN del televisor (o amplificador de audio/vídeo). 2. Cerciórese de que el disco se haya parado completamente antes de
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    Se visualizará el mensaje. Si desea el modo 525P/480P, seleccione Sí. Si en el visualizador del panel frontal se visualiza "480P", su videograbadora con DVD funcionará en el modo 525P/480P. Cerciórese de que el disco se haya parado completamente antes de cambiar de modo. COMPONENT Y Pb Pr Televisor
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    canales guía a fin de poder utilizar los códigos de VCR Plus+ para la grabación con temporizador. Antes de iniciar la configuración, prepare una tabla que indique los canales, los nombres de las emisoras, y los canales guía. 1 Abra "MENÚ". Con el DVD en el modo de parada, presione el botón MAIN MENU
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    cuando se cierre. I Después de haber conectado la alimentación, se tardarán algunos segundos hasta que funcione el DVD. Utilización de marcadores/marcas DVD-RAM DVD-R RW VIDEO RW VR DVD VIDEO Coloque marcas en las escenas que desee contemplar de nuevo a fin de poder iniciar la reproducción desde
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    ática. 3 Parada de la reproducción Presione el botón STOP del mando a distancia o del panel frontal de la unidad. I Presione el botón DVD/VCR de la videograbadora Nota con DVD, o presione el botón VCR del mando a distancia para elegir "VCR". En el visualizador aparecerá "VCR". Español Español - 7
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    debido a ligeras diferencias en las videograbadoras para grabación. Los botones DVD CHANNEL alinearán automáticamente las pistas grabadas con las cabezas el ajuste del seguimiento. 1 Ajuste manual del seguimiento Durante la reproducción, presione los botones DVD CHANNEL / para eliminar las líneas
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    puede tener un aspecto diferente. I El tiempo real de grabación puede ser mayor que el programado cuando se graben programas de televisión utilizando VCR Plus+. I El número máximo de programas que podrán utilizarse para el temporizador es de 12. 2 Presione los botones 34 para seleccionar Grab. Temp
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    las escenas con marcadores unirse al programa grabado con este videograbadora con DVD. • Nav. Tiempo: Permete al usuario seleccionar las escenas deseadas a presionar el botón MAIN MENU. La pantalla del menú desaparecerá. Español DVD-RAM(VR) Disc Navigation JUN/28/2004 01:07 AM CH46 JUN/28/2004
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    ón con Navegación de disco Borrado de una introducción de la Navegación de disco DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R Para reproducir una introducción de Navegación de disco, realice lo siguiente. DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R Para borrar una introducción de la Navegación de disco, realice lo siguiente. 1 Presione
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    you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been for Electromagnetic Compatibility Products: DVD RECORDER with VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER Models: DV-RF7U Trade Name: HITACHI This device complies with
  • Hitachi DV-RF7U | Owners Guide - Page 117
    Cassettes, software, DVD, VCR, Camcorder Products, AC Adapter or from abuse, neglect, accident or any other cause beyond Charger Limited Warranty Registration the control of Hitachi C. Unpacking, set-up or installation, adjustment of customer A operated controls, user instruction. LY D. Any
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    DVD Products A • VCR Products LY D • CAMCORDER Products N A • AC ADAPTER CHARGER . O AN Conditions of Hitachi Limited Warranty .A C These Hitachi provide verification of the date of purchase when T requesting Limited Warranty Service. (Dated Sales Receipt NO Required) • 90 DAYS LABOR (Carry-in
  • Hitachi DV-RF7U | Owners Guide - Page 119
    or service. 3 Damage caused by fire, flood, lightning, acts of God, or other events A L .A . beyond the control of Hitachi. vorte garantie limitée Hitachi, toutefois, elle nous aide à améliorer les services et programmes offerts à nos clients. (En caractères d'imprimerie S.V.P)" Model No./ N° de
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    VIDEO PRODUCT YOUR WARRANTY PRODUIT VIDEO VOTRE GARANTIE FOR SERVICE CONTACT 1-800-HITACHI 1-800-448-2244 POUR OBTENIR CE SERVICE VEUILLEZ COMPOSER LE 1-800-HITACHI 1-800-448-2244 HITACHI HITACHI HITACHI CANADA LTD. DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION 2495 Meadowpine Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6C3
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Region number supported by this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software
according to where they are sold.
•
The region number of this unit is “
1
”.
• The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “
1
” or
ALL
”.
1
ALL
2
4
1
Example:
Instruction Manual
Para la instalación y las operaciones básicas
del aparato, existe una guía en español.
DVD RECORDER (DVD RECORDER
with VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER)
HITACHI AMERICA, LTD.
HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION
900 Hitachi Way
Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556
Service Hotline: 1-800-HITACHI
HITACHI CANADA, LTD.
DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION
2495 Meadowpine Blvd., Mississauga,
Ontario L5N 6C3 CANADA
Service Direct: 1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
Model No.
DV-RF7U
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For
optimum performance and safety, please read
these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
“
VCR Plus
+
and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar
Development Corporation. The VCR Plus
+
system is manufactured
under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.