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Before you start Connections Getting started Recording Disc Playback Editing Changing the Setting menu VCR functions Others Español
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VCR/DVD RECORDER
COMBINATION
DV-RW550U
OPERATION MANUAL
Please read this Operation Manual carefully before using
your VCR/DVD RECORDER COMBINATION.
INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL INCLUIDAS.
The region number for
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this unit is 1.
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E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 2 Before you start Precautions For future reference, record the model and serial numbers (located on the rear of the unit) in the space provided. Model No.: DV-RW550U Serial No.: WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION:POUR ÉVITAR LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FI
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Before you start Connections Getting started Recording Disc Playback Editing Changing the Setting menu VCR functions Others Español E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 3 Before you start Precautions (cont’d) Important Safeguards 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions vides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast should be read before the appliance is operated. and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, siz
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E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 4 Before you start Precautions (cont’d) Location and Handling Location and Handling • Do not stand the unit vertically. Install the unit in a horizontal and stable position. Do not place anything directly on top of the unit. Do not place the unit directly on top of the TV. • Do not cover or place the unit in enclosed spaces to prevent excessive temperature build up. • Do not place the unit in direct sunlight, or near heat sources. • Depending on the use
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Before you start Connections Getting started Recording Disc Playback Editing Changing the Setting menu VCR functions Others Español E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 5 Before you start Precautions (cont’d) Others It is the intent of SHARP that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary. “Licensed under one or more of U.S. Pat. 4,972,484, 5,214,678, 5,323,396, 5,530,655
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E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 6 Before you start Table of contents Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Title/Chapter search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Table of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Track search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
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Before you start Connections Getting started Recording Disc Playback Editing Changing the Setting menu VCR functions Others Español E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 7 Before you start Features This unit not only plays back DVDs, CDs and VHS tapes but also offers features for you to record on DVD discs and edit them after that.The following features are offered with this unit. Compatibility Recording DVD MODE DVD MODE VCR MODE Playback of discs recorded in Video mode on a other This unit
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E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 8 Before you start Functional overview 2 3* 4 5 6 Front Panel OPEN/CLOSE STOP/EJECT PLAY STOP PLAY ( ) The unit can also * CHANNEL DUBBING VCR DVD (L2)S-VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) - AUDIO - R POWER REC/OTR REC/OTR REW F.FWD be turned on by OUTPUT SELECT pressing these buttons. 21 1 22 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12* 11* 10 9 8 7 1.POWER button / indicator (DVD/VCR) 14. DUBBING button (DVD/VCR) Press to turn on and off the unit. Press to start VCR to DVD (DVD to VCR
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Before you start Connections Getting started Recording Disc Playback Editing Changing the Setting menu VCR functions Others Español E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 9 Before you start Functional overview (cont’d) Remote Control 23. CLEAR/C.RESET button 10. E button (DVD/VCR) (DVD/VCR) • DVD mode Press to clear the program once During playback, press to play back 17 entered in the timer recording setting in fast reverse. 1 18* menu Or when playback is paused, press 19 • DVD mode to play
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E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 10 Before you start Functional overview (cont’d) Installing batteries in the remote control Using a remote control Install two “AA” size batteries (supplied), matching Keep in mind the following when using the remote their polarity to those indicated inside battery com- control: partment of the remote control. •Make sure that there is no obstacle between the remote control and the remote sensor of the unit. • Remote operation may become unreliable if str
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Before you start Connections Getting started Recording Disc Playback Editing Changing the Setting menu VCR functions Others Español E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 11 Before you start Functional overview (cont’d) Guide to Displays on-screen menu This unit uses the following on-screen menu for most operations: Easy Setting Menu,Advanced Setting Menu, Title List, and DISPLAY menu.They allow you to change the playback status of the disc during playback. The DISPLAY menu also gives you inf
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E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 12 Before you start Functional overview (cont’d) DISPLAY menu DVD mode DVD press first. 1. Indicates a disc type and a 5. Each icon means: Press DISPLAY to call up the format mode. display menu.This menu will give : Search Note: you the information on the disc. : Audio In some descriptions on this Some operations are available : Subtitle manual, only one disc type is while disc is played back. indicated as an example. : Angle (except VR mode) 4 1 2.
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Before you start Connections Getting started Recording Disc Playback Editing Changing the Setting menu VCR functions Others Español E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 13 Before you start Functional overview (cont’d) Front Panel Display Guide 4 2 1 3 6 7 5 1. Current status of the unit Appears when DVD is in 3. Recording speed : Appears when a disc or a the timer recording stand- Indicates the recording speed of videotape play is paused. by mode. the disc or a videotape. : Appears when pla
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E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 14 Connections Connection to a TV Antenna Antenna (Back of TV) Cable Cable Signal Signal (Back of TV) 3 or or Connect Round Coaxial Cable (supplied) 1 DVD DVD DVD/VCR DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT ANTENNA Disconnect AUDIO OUT OUT VIDEO OUT IN Y L L DVD/VCR L PB R R IN(L1) /CB COAXIAL VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT OUT 2 R PR OUT /CR (L1) DVD Connect (Back of this unit) 4 Plug in the AC power cord of this unit. Make one of the following connecti
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Before you start Connections Getting started Recording Disc Playback Editing Changing the Setting menu VCR functions Others Español IN OUT IN OUT E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 15 Connections Connection to a cable box or satellite box (Back of this unit) Connection A (Cable box or ANTENNA IN Satellite box) OUT Round Coaxial Cable Cable (supplied) Signal (Back of TV) Select this connection when you want to view or record a scrambled channel.With this connection, channels cannot be c
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E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 16 Connections Connection to an Audio System • When you change the connections, all devices should be turned off. • Refer to the operation manual accompanying external devices for more information. Method 1 Method 2 Stereo system Dolby Digital decoder, DTS decoder, MD deck or DAT deck Analog audio input jacks AUDIO COAXIAL Digital audio input jack Audio Coaxial Audio cable Digital cable (supplied) (commercially available) This unit DVD DVD/VCR DIGITAL AU
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Before you start Connections Getting started Recording Disc Playback Editing Changing the Setting menu VCR functions Others Español E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 17 Getting started Easy DVD recording The following will help you to understand easily how to record on DVD discs. Make sure batteries are in the remote control and you have connected this unit and the TV correctly. Step 1: Choose a disc type Step 2: Insert a blank disc There are several types of recordable DVD discs Remote
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E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 18 Getting started Easy DVD recording (Cont’d) Step 3: Select the Step 4: Select the Step 5: Record to recording desired DVD discs speed channel CH 12 XP 0:58 I Hint 1: Play back the recorded contents You can select the title you want to play back from a displayed menu and immedi- ately start playback. Recorded contents are easi- Start Rec. Stop/Start Stop Rec. Step 6: Stop the ly accessible, with simple procedure of choosing a title on a chapter on
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Before you start Connections Getting started Recording Disc Playback Editing Changing the Setting menu VCR functions Others Español E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 19 Getting started Channel setting Getting channels automatically Right after the purchase of the unit and whenever you move to a 1 4 new area, we recommend available 6 Select “Channel” using channels in your area be stored Cursor K / L, then press using “Auto Preset” in the ENTER. Channel Preset of the setting 3 Channel men
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E9656UD_EN_1.qx4 05.7.15 11:55 AM Page 20 Getting started Channel setting (cont’d) Adding/Deleting channels The channels you no longer receive or seldom watch can be 4 deleted from the memory. You can Select the channel number to also add channels manually into 4 add or delete. memory. Press Cursor { or CH L to move to a smaller channel num- 1 1 ber. Press SETUP. Press Cursor B or CH K to 6 Easy Setting Menu or Advanced move to a larger channel number. 2 Setting Menu will appear. •Press Curso
