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DVD Recorder/VCR
Combo
User’s Guide
Important Disc Information
This Product Can Record on the Following
Disc T ypes:
DVD+R (2.4x, 4x, 8x, and 16x)
DVD+RW (2.4x and 4x)
This recorder cannot record on DVD-R or DVD-RW
discs. Please make sure to purchase discs with the plus “+”
symbol on the package.
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Important Information WARNING This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double CAUTION To reduce the risk of fi re or shock hazard, do not expose insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user RISK OF ELECTRIC this DVD Recorder to rain or moisture. accessible parts. SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates “dangerous This symbol indicates CAUTION voltage” inside the product that important instructions presents a risk of electric shock or accompanying the product. THIS PRODUCT
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Table of Contents Audio Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Camera Angle Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Types of Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Play Mode Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DVD+RW Blank Disc Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Types of Discs DVD+Rewritable DVD+R DISCS YOU CAN USE FOR RECORDING DVD+R 2.4x, 4x, or 8x, and 16x ONLY; DVD+RW 2.4x and 4x ONLY. IMPORTANT NOTES: This recorder is not compatible with DVD-R or DVD-RW discs for recording. Please make sure to purchase discs with the plus “+” symbol on the package. Also, it is NOT possible to record on CD-R or CD-RW discs. IMPORTANT: It is NOT possible to record content that is copy-protected. This is usually tru
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your DVD/VCR. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Turn to the appropriate page for specifi c instructions. Components Cables Needed Connection Go to • Coaxial TV page 8 • Audio/video • S-Video DVD/VCR TV • Coaxial TV + cable page 10 • Audio/video box • S-Video DVD/VCR Cable Box TV • Coaxial TV + page 12 • Audio/video satellite • S-Video receiver DVD/VCR TV Sat
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables This section describes the jacks and cables you can use to make connections. Some cables are supplied with your product or you can purchase other cables by calling 1-800-338-0376, order online at www.rca.com, or go to your local electronics store). There are several ways to connect your DVD/VCR to your TV depending upon the cables you have and the jacks that are on the back of your TV. Different jacks and cables provide a
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup CABLE/ANTENNA DVD Playback Only DVD/VCR COMPONENT DIGITAL OUTPUT INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO OUT VIDEO Y INPUT IN Pb CABLE/ANTENNA L L AUDIO AUDIO Pr OUT PROG. SCAN OUTPUT R R OPTICAL OFF ON AC-IN CH3 CH4 Back of the DVD/VCR The back of your recorder might look a little overwhelming at fi rst. This section explains what goes where and why. There are two sets of jacks on the back of your DVD/ VCR—INPUT jacks and OUTPUT jacks. Each jack is explained in
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup CABLE/ANTENNA DVD Playback Only DVD/VCR COMPONENT DIGITAL OUTPUT INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUT Y INPUT IN Pb CABLE/ANTENNA L L AUDIO AUDIO Pr OUT PROG. SCAN OUTPUT R R OPTICAL OFF ON AC-IN CH3 CH4 OUTPUT: These jacks send the content (audio and video) from your DVD/VCR OUT to the TV so you can see it on the TV screen and hear it through the TV’s speakers. VIDEO: Color coded yellow, the video cable you use with this jack provides better quali
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup DVD / VCR / VIDEO CD / CD / MP3 PLAYER DIGITAL VIDEO DISC RECORDER DRC 8300 COPY STANDBY/ON RECORD STOP/EJECT REV FWD PLAY/PAUSE INPUT CH-/SKIP- CH+/SKIP+ OPEN/CLOSE RECORD STOP REV FWD PLAY/PAUSE S-VIDEO DV INLR AUDIO VIDEO VCR buttons DVD buttons Front of the DVD/VCR COPY – Shortcut to transfer tapes (VCR) to disc (DVD), which is great for converting your camcorder recordings that are on videocassette tape to a DVD disc. When you have a recordable DVD+R
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup DVD/VCR + TV In from cable or antenna CABLE/ANTENNA DVD Playback Only DVD/VCR COMPONENT DIGITAL INPUT S-VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUT Y INPUT IN Pb CABLE/ANTENNA L L 1 1 AUDIO AUDIO Pr OUT PROG. SCAN OUTPUT R R OPTICAL OFF ON DVD/VCR AC-IN CH3 CH4 4 4 2 2 3a 3a 3b 3b 3 3 3c 3c S-VIDEO VIDEO L R INPUT1 S-VIDEO CABLE/ANTENNA INPUT2 TV The back of your TV might look different than the one pictured here. Details about the different kinds of ca
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Connection: DVD/VCR + TV 1. Connect the signal (cable or antenna): Note: Depending upon how you currently have your TV connected, you’ll have to disconnect the cable from your TV’s Antenna Input jack (sometimes labeled CABLE/ANTENNA) or your VCR’s Input jack before you connect the cable as explained below. Cable service: If you have cable service via a cable that comes out of the wall, connect the end of that cable to the RF Coaxial cable CABLE/ANTENNA INPUT
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup DVD/VCR + TV+ Basic Cable Box The back of your TV CABLE/ANTENNA DVD Playback Only DVD/VCR and/or Cable Box might COMPONENT DIGITAL INPUT S-VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO OUTPUT look different than the VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUT Y INPUT ones pictured here. IN Pb CABLE/ANTENNA L L 1b 1b AUDIO AUDIO Pr OUT PROG. SCAN 1a 1a OUTPUT R R OPTICAL OFF ON DVD/VCR AC-IN CH3 CH4 4 4 AUDIO R 2b 2b 2d 2d CABLE IN CABLE OU T L VIDEO 2c 2c Cable Box S-VIDEO VIDEO L R 2a 2a INPUT1 S-VIDEO
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Connection: DVD/VCR + TV + Basic Cable Box 1. Connect the cable box signal. Note: Before you connect the DVD/VCR, you’ll need to disconnect some of the cables fi rst in order to reconnect them. 1a. Connect the RF coaxial cable that is connected to the cable box’s Output jack (sometimes labeled CABLE OUT) to the CABLE/ANTENNA INPUT jack on the back of the DVD/VCR. RF Coaxial cable 1b. If your cable box has audio/video output jacks, connect the audio cables to th
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup DVD/VCR + TV+ Satellite Receiver SATELLITE The back of your AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT satellite receiver might DISH look different than the R LOW SPEED VIDEO SATELLITE IN DATA OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT S-VIDEO PHONE JACK one pictured here. ANTENNA L 2d 1 1 2c 2c 2a 2b 2a 2b CABLE/ANTENNA DVD Playback Only DVD/VCR COMPONENT DIGITAL INPUT S-VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUT Y INPUT DVD/VCR IN CABLE/ANTENNA L Pb L AUDIO AUDIO Pr OUT PROG. SCAN OUTPUT
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Connection: DVD/VCR + TV + Satellite Receiver The following instructions enable you to record the programs from your satellite receiver. Because the jack confi guration and labels vary on different satellite receivers and televisions, the steps provided are general guidelines. Consult your satellite receiver and/or television user’s guides for additional information. 1. Satellite signal: Leave the cable in place that comes from the satellite dish and goes to the
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup DVD/VCR + TV + Basic Cable Box + Audio Receiver TV IN Audio ANTENNA DVD IN FM 75Ω GND AM Receiver CENTER SUBWOOFER (12Ω) IN VCR 1 DIGITAL AUDIO IN – – OUT + + Pr The back of your TV VCR 1 SAT R — FRONT — L IN R L and/or Cable Box might Pb IN AUDIO 3a 3a look different than the Y OUT ones pictured here. R — REAR — L S-VIDEO S-VIDEO (ONLY DVD) SPEAKERS (6 Ω) VIDEO OUT TO TV / MONITOR 3b 3b DVD/VCR CABLE/ANTENNA DVD Playback Only DVD/VCR COMPONENT DIGITAL INPUT
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Connection: DVD/VCR + TV + Basic Cable Box You’ll need to consult instructions that came with your audio video receiver in order to connect it properly. The information below provides general guidelines for the DVD/VCR’s Audio Output Jacks. Both Dolby* Digital® and DTS® are audio formats used to record 5.1-channel audio signals onto the digital track of RF Coaxial cable fi lm (while the fi lm is being made). Both of these formats provide up to six separate channe
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Install Batteries in the Remote 1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote. 2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and –) on the batteries with the diagram inside the remote’s battery compartment. 3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote. Important Battery Information • If you’re not going to use the remote for a month or more, be sure to remove the batteries because they can leak and cause damage. • Dispose of batt
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup 2) Select the Signal that’s connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA Antenna-Cable Antenna-Cable INPUT jack Completing this information lets the DVD/VCR know what program signals are being sent to it. Choose the type of signal that is connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA INPUT jack. Press the right arrow button to access the choices: Notes: If you’ve connected a cable box or satellite receiver to the CABLE/ANTENNA INPUT jack, turn on the cable box or satellite receiver b
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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup 7) Time and Date Your DVD/VCR has an automatic clock, but it may take awhile for the DVD/VCR to fi nd the correct channel for the clock. Therefore, you might want to set up the clock manually here. Year 2005 Use the number buttons on the remote to enter Year, Date, and Time. To change the AM/PM setting Date 04/29 Fri 29-April when you’re entering the Time, press the right arrow button. Time 01:47 PM Notes: Auto Clock If this screen doesn’t appear, you can set
