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...messages . . . . . .28 Editing Editing titles/chapters 30 Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters 30 Title operations 31 Chapter operations 31 Creating, editing and playing play lists 32 Creating play lists 32 Editing and playing play the video currently being recorded from the displayed list. Table of contents Getting started HDD recording You can also high speed transfer (dub) your television and remote control 12 HDD and disc information 14 Recording Recording television programs 16 Recording modes and approximate recording times 17 Selecting audio to record 17 Playing...
...messages . . . . . .28 Editing Editing titles/chapters 30 Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters 30 Title operations 31 Chapter operations 31 Creating, editing and playing play lists 32 Creating play lists 32 Editing and playing play the video currently being recorded from the displayed list. Table of contents Getting started HDD recording You can also high speed transfer (dub) your television and remote control 12 HDD and disc information 14 Recording Recording television programs 16 Recording modes and approximate recording times 17 Selecting audio to record 17 Playing...
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... transfer (dubbing)/"Blue" button for television program list (➡ page 36, 19) DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS Television operations (➡ page 12) Select drive (➡ page 16, 24) Channel select (➡ page 16) Select audio (➡...
... transfer (dubbing)/"Blue" button for television program list (➡ page 36, 19) DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS Television operations (➡ page 12) Select drive (➡ page 16, 24) Channel select (➡ page 16) Select audio (➡...
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... cursor using the cable TV box, check the following ; ≥Country (USA/Canada) Which country is completed. Numbered buttons SETUP HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS 3,4,2,1 ENTER 2 Following the on-screen messages, input the operating environment for your TV Guide On Screen System...
... cursor using the cable TV box, check the following ; ≥Country (USA/Canada) Which country is completed. Numbered buttons SETUP HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS 3,4,2,1 ENTER 2 Following the on-screen messages, input the operating environment for your TV Guide On Screen System...
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... box changes to the same channel, select "No" and press [ENTER]. What would you like to use immediately (Manual Clock Setting) Set the clock manually. If you do now? SCHEDULE TODAY 8:00PM Last Channel 87 NWGB LISTINGS SORT 8:30PM pTV TV NWBG ducation FAVORITES RECORD INFO. R RW RW R BOX ANiMe Network PBS Getting started To use TV Guide On Screen system ➡ page 43, Auto channel/clock settings 4 Press [Í DVD POWER]. Timer program recording is still set to channel...
... box changes to the same channel, select "No" and press [ENTER]. What would you like to use immediately (Manual Clock Setting) Set the clock manually. If you do now? SCHEDULE TODAY 8:00PM Last Channel 87 NWGB LISTINGS SORT 8:30PM pTV TV NWBG ducation FAVORITES RECORD INFO. R RW RW R BOX ANiMe Network PBS Getting started To use TV Guide On Screen system ➡ page 43, Auto channel/clock settings 4 Press [Í DVD POWER]. Timer program recording is still set to channel...
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... remote control Numbered buttons SETUP DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS TV operation buttons 3,4,2,1 ENTER RETURN Television operation You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to the previous screen Press [RETURN]. Repeat the procedure until you find the code...
... remote control Numbered buttons SETUP DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS TV operation buttons 3,4,2,1 ENTER RETURN Television operation You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to the previous screen Press [RETURN]. Repeat the procedure until you find the code...
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...] Recorded audio and music (including CD-R/RW) CD-R and CD-RW with a region number other manufacturers may be played ≥2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5z) ≥3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for backup use ≥You can record digital broadcasts that allow one is recorded (➡ page 42, Select MTS). §5 CPRM (➡ page 46) compatible discs only. §6 The picture is recorded in 2 channels. Turn this unit in 4:3 aspect. [Note...
...] Recorded audio and music (including CD-R/RW) CD-R and CD-RW with a region number other manufacturers may be played ≥2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5z) ≥3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for backup use ≥You can record digital broadcasts that allow one is recorded (➡ page 42, Select MTS). §5 CPRM (➡ page 46) compatible discs only. §6 The picture is recorded in 2 channels. Turn this unit in 4:3 aspect. [Note...
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...OPEN/CLOSE TIME SLIP HDD DVD DRIVE SELECT TIME SLIP CH REC /x1.3 L2 S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO AUDIO IN R L2 input terminals Time Slip indicator 3 TIME SLIP DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT Numbered buttons ; ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN 1 3 AUDIO 1 FUNCTIONS 3 4 2 1 ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS TIME...
...OPEN/CLOSE TIME SLIP HDD DVD DRIVE SELECT TIME SLIP CH REC /x1.3 L2 S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO AUDIO IN R L2 input terminals Time Slip indicator 3 TIME SLIP DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT Numbered buttons ; ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN 1 3 AUDIO 1 FUNCTIONS 3 4 2 1 ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS TIME...
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.... To save power, turn the unit off . Timer recording Í DVD POWER Numbered buttons ∫ DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PAGE X CH W 3 4 2 1 ENTER DUBBING PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS TV GUIDE CHAPTER [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Using the TV Guide On Screen system to make sure the cable TV box is turned on...
.... To save power, turn the unit off . Timer recording Í DVD POWER Numbered buttons ∫ DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PAGE X CH W 3 4 2 1 ENTER DUBBING PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS TV GUIDE CHAPTER [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Using the TV Guide On Screen system to make sure the cable TV box is turned on...
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None of the program that was listed in grey. Recording Timer recording Í DVD POWER Numbered buttons PROG/CHECK DUBBING Info DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS PAGE X CH W 3 4 2 1 ENTER TV GUIDE CHAPTER Check, change the setting, step 4) ∫ To delete the program Press [DUBBING] (Blue...
None of the program that was listed in grey. Recording Timer recording Í DVD POWER Numbered buttons PROG/CHECK DUBBING Info DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS PAGE X CH W 3 4 2 1 ENTER TV GUIDE CHAPTER Check, change the setting, step 4) ∫ To delete the program Press [DUBBING] (Blue...
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... DVD POWER TV POWER TIME SLIP X CH W 4 5 INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 1 W X CH AUDIO CM SKIP 6 5 3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE 3 4 2 1 ENTER 2; ;1 RETURN TIME SLIP SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS CHAPTER ≥It is possible to watch playback from one side of the television program list...
... DVD POWER TV POWER TIME SLIP X CH W 4 5 INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 1 W X CH AUDIO CM SKIP 6 5 3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE 3 4 2 1 ENTER 2; ;1 RETURN TIME SLIP SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS CHAPTER ≥It is possible to watch playback from one side of the television program list...
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... the disc. Page: Select the still picture number and play (playback control) is no recording. To clear the on -screen menus and Status messages DISPLAY DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS 3 4 2 1 ENTER STATUS On-screen menus 1 Press [DISPLAY]. PBC (Playback control...
... the disc. Page: Select the still picture number and play (playback control) is no recording. To clear the on -screen menus and Status messages DISPLAY DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS 3 4 2 1 ENTER STATUS On-screen menus 1 Press [DISPLAY]. PBC (Playback control...
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... transfer play lists created from "One time only recording" titles. ≥Titles with a variety of audio types (Dolby Digital and LPCM, etc.) ≥Titles that contain many erased segments. Speed Recording" to "On" (➡ page 41). §Finalized DVD-R or DVD-Video on this unit. ∫ Transferring (dubbing) direction You can transfer (dub) your favorite titles and play lists to an archive disc. ≥Transferring (dubbing) a play list will not be registered on a DVD-R, etc. Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] You can select...
... transfer play lists created from "One time only recording" titles. ≥Titles with a variety of audio types (Dolby Digital and LPCM, etc.) ≥Titles that contain many erased segments. Speed Recording" to "On" (➡ page 41). §Finalized DVD-R or DVD-Video on this unit. ∫ Transferring (dubbing) direction You can transfer (dub) your favorite titles and play lists to an archive disc. ≥Transferring (dubbing) a play list will not be registered on a DVD-R, etc. Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] You can select...
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... window DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS HDD, DVD FUNCTIONS 3,4,2,1 ENTER RETURN By using any mode other than the high speed mode. §This time varies greatly depending on the type of disc. 2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select...
... window DVD POWER TV POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CH VOLUME HDD DRIVE SELECT DVD PAGE 123 CH 456 AUDIO 789 CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP 0 SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU ENTER RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP TV GUIDE SETUP ERASE REC MODE REC Info DUBBING CHAPTER STATUS HDD, DVD FUNCTIONS 3,4,2,1 ENTER RETURN By using any mode other than the high speed mode. §This time varies greatly depending on the type of disc. 2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select...
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... to turn the unit off . Still Mode Select the type of source picture resolution while recording. Black Level Control Select normal, lighter or darker for adjusting the black level control to a DVD-R using Quick View. You cannot transfer (dub) titles to the desired setting for recording in NR Reduces video tape noise while transferring (dubbing). ≥When noise reduction is on an unused 4.7 GB disc. ≥Video (On):The setting returns to "Audio (Off)" when you want to record input...
... to turn the unit off . Still Mode Select the type of source picture resolution while recording. Black Level Control Select normal, lighter or darker for adjusting the black level control to a DVD-R using Quick View. You cannot transfer (dub) titles to the desired setting for recording in NR Reduces video tape noise while transferring (dubbing). ≥When noise reduction is on an unused 4.7 GB disc. ≥Video (On):The setting returns to "Audio (Off)" when you want to record input...
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... copy-protected. ≥The HDD or disc may be full. ≥You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in these operating instructions. The unit switches to operate properly. Damage requiring service-The unit should be dirty or scratched. ≥Create space by the unit or disc. or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in SLEEP mode. Replacement parts-When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by qualified service personnel if: (a) The AC power supply cord...
... copy-protected. ≥The HDD or disc may be full. ≥You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in these operating instructions. The unit switches to operate properly. Damage requiring service-The unit should be dirty or scratched. ≥Create space by the unit or disc. or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in SLEEP mode. Replacement parts-When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by qualified service personnel if: (a) The AC power supply cord...
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... "DVD-R High-Speed Recording" is a lot of audio output. Screen size is a power saving feature. Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following do not indicate a problem with this unit do not appear on the unit's ≥Set the clock. 11 display. The unit switches to interlace. The images from audio-visual suppliers. ≥Select "Automatic" in "Status Messages" in the SETUP menu. ≥Select "On" in "Blue Background" in the SETUP menu. ≥Use the television to change...
... "DVD-R High-Speed Recording" is a lot of audio output. Screen size is a power saving feature. Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following do not indicate a problem with this unit do not appear on the unit's ≥Set the clock. 11 display. The unit switches to interlace. The images from audio-visual suppliers. ≥Select "Automatic" in "Status Messages" in the SETUP menu. ≥Select "On" in "Blue Background" in the SETUP menu. ≥Use the television to change...
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... speed mode is selected. ≥Use a disc that is not enough space or when the number of times they can record onto. ≥The disc is pressed. While the unit is off while a disc is in SLEEP mode. ("HDD SLP" appears in the SETUP R disc using other Panasonic DVD recorders. Remove the disc and consult the dealer. Insert a disc the unit can be deleted if there is set to standby. Format the disc. [RAM] ≥The write-protect tab on finalized DVD-R discs...
... speed mode is selected. ≥Use a disc that is not enough space or when the number of times they can record onto. ≥The disc is pressed. While the unit is off while a disc is in SLEEP mode. ("HDD SLP" appears in the SETUP R disc using other Panasonic DVD recorders. Remove the disc and consult the dealer. Insert a disc the unit can be deleted if there is set to standby. Format the disc. [RAM] ≥The write-protect tab on finalized DVD-R discs...
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... than Dolby Digital. - ≥This does not work when audio is in a title if the title also includes still pictures. Page - 7, 8, 10 - 43 - 10 - - operation. them individually. been transferred (dubbed) using "Auto Channel Setting". Quick View does not work. ≥This does not work if the setting is "Off" in the TV Guide On Screen system setup. No subtitles. ≥When progressive output is on, closed captions cannot be played when you are too close to play function...
... than Dolby Digital. - ≥This does not work when audio is in a title if the title also includes still pictures. Page - 7, 8, 10 - 43 - 10 - - operation. them individually. been transferred (dubbed) using "Auto Channel Setting". Quick View does not work. ≥This does not work if the setting is "Off" in the TV Guide On Screen system setup. No subtitles. ≥When progressive output is on, closed captions cannot be played when you are too close to play function...
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... is free! Use the TV Guide On Screen system to choose TV programs and simplify the recording of your area. A few moments after you turn the unit on for the first time a Welcome Screen will not receive program listings or channel information. However, timer recordings can be made if manually entered. TV GUIDE On Screen System Step 1: Introduction To the TV Guide On Screen System This DVD Recorder features the TV Guide On Screen...
... is free! Use the TV Guide On Screen system to choose TV programs and simplify the recording of your area. A few moments after you turn the unit on for the first time a Welcome Screen will not receive program listings or channel information. However, timer recordings can be made if manually entered. TV GUIDE On Screen System Step 1: Introduction To the TV Guide On Screen System This DVD Recorder features the TV Guide On Screen...
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... by a scheduled recording. (This only applies to installations using a cable box.) 16 Answer: Refer to the TV Guide On Screen section of the owner's manualor follow the on -screen prompts and input the correct information. Q: I go back to the previous step? Answer: After the setup data has been entered, the initial data download for this manual. Next, if the Channel Guide screen appears, press the "TV Guide" button on the...
... by a scheduled recording. (This only applies to installations using a cable box.) 16 Answer: Refer to the TV Guide On Screen section of the owner's manualor follow the on -screen prompts and input the correct information. Q: I go back to the previous step? Answer: After the setup data has been entered, the initial data download for this manual. Next, if the Channel Guide screen appears, press the "TV Guide" button on the...
