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DVD RECORDER

MODEL
DV-SR3U
OPERATION MANUAL
IMPORTANT /
IMPORTANTE
EZ SET UP
(AUTO CHANNEL /CLOCK SET UP)
EZ SET UP
(PROGRAMACIÓN AUTOMÁTICA DE CANAL/PUESTA EN HORA DEL RELOJ)
1
Connect Antenna/Cable
to Recorder first.
En primer lugar conecte
la antena/el cable a el
producto.
• Please read this Operation Manual carefully before using your Recorder.
• Instrucciones importantes de seguridad y guía de operación rápida en español
➝Página 95
The region number
•
1
for this recorder is 1
2
Then, plug into AC Power
Outlet.
A continuación,
enchúfelos al
tomacorriente de CA.
3
Do not press the
POWER button until
completion of EZ Set Up.
No pulse el botón de
ALIMENTACIÓN
(POWER) hasta haber
terminado la EZ SET UP.
4
EZ SET UP complete.
EZ SET UP completo.
Detail: Please see page 25.
Detalle: véase la página 98.

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  • Page 1: Dvd Recorder

    DVD RECORDER MODEL DV-SR3U OPERATION MANUAL The region number • for this recorder is 1 IMPORTANT / IMPORTANTE EZ SET UP (AUTO CHANNEL /CLOCK SET UP) EZ SET UP (PROGRAMACIÓN AUTOMÁTICA DE CANAL/PUESTA EN HORA DEL RELOJ) Connect Antenna/Cable Then, plug into AC Power to Recorder first.
  • Page 2 Products that have earned the ENERGY STARb are designed to protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. Model No.: ———————————— DV-SR3U Serial No.: ———————————— This symbol warns the user of uninsulated voltage within the unit that can cause dangerous electric shocks.

  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION : Please read all of these instructions before you operate this product and save these instruc- tions for later use. Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ... Features ... Accessories ... Precautions about Using This Product ... About DVD ... 10 Types of Discs that Can Be Used with This Recorder ... Discs that Cannot Be Used with This Recorder ... Types of Discs for Recording ... Recording Formats ...
  • Page 5 Editing an Original Title ... 60 Erasing Unnecessary Scenes from an Original Title (ERASE SCENE) ... Inputting/Changing Title Name (CHANGE TITLE NAME) ... How to Enter Text ... Changing Thumbnail (CHANGE THUMBNAIL) ... Making Sections in a Title (DIVIDE CHAPTER) ... Combining Chapters Together (COMBINE CHAPTERS) ...

  • Page 6: Features

    Features A new timer recording system: “Easy Recording Guide” • This feature makes timer recording easier. A schedule grid of times and channels is displayed on the screen, and by simply designating cells in the grid with the remote control, timer programming becomes as easy as circling your favorite shows in the newspaper.

  • Page 7: Accessories

    Accessories Two “AAA” size batteries Remote control unit (R-03, UM/SUM-4) Video/audio cable Round coaxial cable (RRMCGA199WJSA) for the remote control unit (QCNW-A002WJPZ) (QCNW-A005WJPZ)

  • Page 8: Precautions About Using This Product

    • Do not remove the Recorder cabinets. Touching parts inside the cabinet could result in electric shock and/or damage to the Recorder. For service and adjustment inside the cabinet, please contact the nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center. Do not cover the fan or ventila- tion holes on the back of the Re- corder.
  • Page 9 Notes about this operation manual • In this operation manual, the terms “the Recorder”, “this Recorder” or “your Recorder” refer to the “DV-SR3U DVD Recorder. • The screen displays and Recorder illustrations given in this operation manual are for explanatory purposes, and may differ somewhat from the actual screen and Re- corder.

  • Page 10: About Dvd

    About DVD Types of Discs that Can Be Used with This Recorder • The following discs can be played back and recorded with this Recorder. Do not use an 8 cm (3") adapter (for CDs). • Since this Recorder is compatible with the NTSC format, use discs that contain the letters “NTSC”...

  • Page 11: Types Of Discs For Recording

    About MP3 file format MP3 files are audio data compressed in MPEG1 Audio layer 3 file format. “MP3 files” have “.mp3” as extensions. (Some files that have “.mp3” extensions or files that have not been recorded in MP3 format will produce noise or cannot be played.) Æ...

  • Page 12: Recording Formats

    DVD Forum in 2000, and compatibility with this standard is left to the discretion of the respective DVD player manufacturer. Consequently, there are some models of DVD players and DVD-ROM drives that are unable to play back DVD- RW/R discs.

  • Page 13: Using The Proper Disc

    Objective Disc Used • When you want to play Recordable back a recorded disc with DVD-R disc a DVD player or DVD Video compatible PC • When not re-recording a recorded disc (when making a permanent recording or when you...

  • Page 14: Initialization And Finalization

    Video mode. (See page 84 for details about Finalization) Finalize discs on which all recordings have been completed so that they can be viewed with another DVD player or a DVD Video compatible PC. Discs that are not finalized may not be able to be played back with other DVD players or DVD Video compatible PCs.

  • Page 15: Icons Used On Dvd Video Disc Case

    Icons Used on DVD Video Disc Case When you buy a DVD Video disc, the back of the disc case usually contains various information about the contents of the disc. 1. English 2. Chinese 16:9 z Audio tracks and audio formats DVD discs can contain up to 8 separate tracks with a different language on each.

  • Page 16: Important Information

    Using the Recorder with dew formation may cause malfunction. Copyright • 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.

  • Page 17: Major Components

    Major Components Main Unit (Front) To open the front door, lay your finger on this part and pull toward you. POWER (p. 25) STANDBY indicator (p. 25) Remote sensor (p. 19) RESET (p. 88) Front Panel Display Title indicator (p. 33) Simple Recording Timer indicator (p.

  • Page 18: Remote Control Unit

    Major Components Remote Control Unit NOTE • Buttons marked with “*” are made of luminous rubber for easy visibility even in the dark. (The degree of brightness will decrease as time passes.) POWER (p. 25) OPEN/CLOSE (p. 34) Number buttons (pp. 20, 39) CH DISPLAY (p.

  • Page 19: Loading The Batteries

    Loading the Batteries While pressing Y down, slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow. NOTE • Do not subject the remote control unit to shock, water or excessive humidity. • The remote control unit may not function if the Recorder’s remote sensor is in direct sunlight or any other strong light. •...

  • Page 20: Operating A Tv Using The Remote Control (Universal Remote Control)

    • Two types of remote control codes operate this Recorder: RC-1 and RC-2. If you operate this Recorder by remote control along with another SHARP DVD recorder or DVD player placed next to it simulta- neously, switching the remote control code...

  • Page 21: Basic Connection

    Basic Connection Easy Connection The following connection is the basic connection to watch or record TV programs. To use a cable box or satellite receiver, see “CATV or Satellite Receiver Connec- tions” on pages 23 and 24. Important! • Be sure to turn off and unplug from the AC outlet this Recorder and all equipment before connecting the cables.

  • Page 22: Using Other Types Of Video Output

    Basic Connection Using Other Types of Video Output In order to view clearer DVD images, it is recommended that you use a commer- cially available S-video or component video cable when connecting your TV to the video output. The Recorder FROM ANTENNA IN 1...

  • Page 23: Catv Or Satellite Receiver Connections

    CATV or Satellite Receiver Connections Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver (1) The following connection is the connection to a cable box or satellite receiver when receiving only a few scrambled channels. When many or all the channels are scrambled, see the connection on page 24.

  • Page 24: Connecting To A Cable Box Or Satellite Receiver (2)

    CATV or Satellite Receiver Connections Connecting to a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver (2) The following connection is the connection to a cable box or satellite receiver when many or all the channels received are scrambled. Using this connection, you can: •...

  • Page 25: Ez Set Up

    EZ Set Up Important! (Caution during EZ Set Up): • Do not press POWER on the Recorder or remote control. The EZ Set Up function automatically sets the tuner channels and clock when the antenna cable is connected to the rear of the Recorder and the power plug is then connected to an AC outlet.

  • Page 26: Connection Guide

    Connection Guide Before using the Recorder, use the Connec- tion Guide function for easy initial settings regarding TV connection, on screen lan- guage, etc. Preparation • Turn on the power of TV. • Switch TV input to the AV input used to connect to the Recorder.

  • Page 27: Advanced Setting

    Advanced Setting Press ' / " to select “PRO- GRESSIVE OUT”, then press SET/ENTER. CONNECTION GUIDE SAT 1 IMAGE/SOUND SET LIST/ADV SET TV MODE NORMAL (4:3) PROGRESSIVE OUT DD OUTPUT LEVEL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Dolby Digital • The “SETS PROGRESSIVE SCAN OUTPUT”...

  • Page 28: About Start Menu

    About START MENU About START MENU With this Recorder, you can call up functions like Playback, Edit and Other Settings from the START MENU. For details on operation procedures, see the page explaining each option. START MENU [ REC LIST ] DISPLAYS LIST OF RECORDED TITLES FOR PLAYBACK 1 REC LIST Playing back with REC LIST…...

  • Page 29: Clock Setting

    Clock Setting Auto Clock Setting (If you know a channel that carries EDS signals) Important! When using a cable box: • See “CATV or Satellite Receiver Connec- tions” on pages 23 and 24. • Leave power on the cable box turned on and select a channel that carries EDS signals.

  • Page 30: Manual Clock Setting

    Clock Setting Manual Clock Setting Press START MENU to display the START MENU screen. Press ' / " / \ / | to select “OTHER SETTINGS”, then press SET/ENTER. Press \ / | to select “ADJUST- MENT”. Press ' / " to select “CLOCK SETTING”, then press SET/ ENTER.

  • Page 31: Channel Setting

    Channel Setting Channel Setting This Recorder can receive a maximum of 181 channels as shown below by presetting the channels into memory. (VHF: 2 to 13, UHF: 14 to 69, CATV: 1 to 125) Press START MENU to display the START MENU screen. Press ' / "...

  • Page 32: Display Information

    Display Information Content of TV Screen Display When the power is turned on or the channel is switched. Display automatically disappears in 3 seconds. 1 Channel currently selected 2 Audio type Stereo: STEREO 3 Audio selected by AUDIO button 4 SAP signal reception 5 SAP mode display Monitor Output when Receiving a Stereo or SAP...

  • Page 33: Switching Front Panel Display

    Switching Front Panel Display Front panel display Turn the power on. • Channel display (when watching TV) • Counter display (during playback/ recording) Hour Minute Second Press DISPLAY (under the cover). • Remaining time display (when watching TV) Hour Minute •...

  • Page 34: Recording To Dvd

    Recording to DVD Checking Remaining Time and Other Information Press ON SCREEN (under the cover) during DVD playback or recording. • Disc capacity and the number of recorded titles, etc. are displayed. It is recom- mended to confirm before recording. DVD-RW REMAIN 0h30m F I NE...

  • Page 35: Setting The Record End Time During Direct Recording (Simple Recording Timer)

    Press Number buttons or CHAN- NEL ' / " to select the channel to record. Press REC MODE to select the desired recording mode. • The recording mode changes as shown below each time the button is pressed. FINE MNgg •...

  • Page 36: Setting Recording Mode

    MANUAL REC. MODE WHEN USING RECORDING MODE SWITCH. FINE CURRENT MODE MN 21 Mbps REMAINING TIME 1h26m NOTE the manual mode of the recorder using a DVD player, it may not be able to play back depending on the model (some particular modes cannot be played back).

  • Page 37: Timer Recording

    Timer Recording Easy Recording Guide DVD-RW VR MODE • This lets you set the timer recording schedule for the next 7 days simply by filling in the pertinent blocks in the on- screen time schedule. • You can set timer recording for up to a maximum of 8 programs.
  • Page 38 Timer Recording Press \ / | to select “REC. MODE”, then press SET/ENTER. • Press \ \ \ \ \ / | | | | | to select the item you • If you complete timer recording Press ' / " to select the record- ing mode, then press SET/ ENTER.

  • Page 39: Timer Recording With Vcr Plus+ System

    Timer Recording with ® VCR Plus+ System DVD-RW DVD-RW DVD-R VR MODE VIDEO MODE • The VCR Plus+ ® System allows you to program your Recorder for timer recording simply by inputting the PlusCode number. • The PlusCode numbers are listed in most newspapers, television guides, and local CATV listings.
  • Page 40 Timer Recording Confirm the programs on the list and then press SET/ENTER. • Timer Setting will be completed and Press EXIT to complete VCR Plus+ timer setting. NOTE Timer Recording from an External Equip- ment (e.g. CATV box) using VCR Plus+ System •...

  • Page 41: Timer Recording By Specifying Date, Time And Channel

    Timer Recording by Specifying Date, Time and Channel DVD-RW DVD-RW DVD-R VR MODE VIDEO MODE • You can timer record up to 8 programs scheduled within a year, including VCR Plus+ System and Easy Recording Guide. Preparation for Timer Recording 1 Check that the clock is displaying the correct time.
  • Page 42 Timer Recording Press \ / | to select “REC. MODE”, then press SET/ENTER. Press ' / " to select the recording mode, then press SET/ ENTER. • If there is not enough empty space When “MANUAL SETTING (MN)” is selected: •...

  • Page 43: Confirm, Change And Cancel A Timer Program

    Confirm, Change and Cancel a Timer Program DVD-RW DVD-RW DVD-R VR MODE VIDEO MODE • You can confirm, change and cancel the content of timer programs set by “EASY REC. GUIDE”, “VCR Plus+” and “TIMER PROGRAM”. • The Timer Program List shows all timer programs set.

  • Page 44: Automatic Recording Of Satellite Broadcast (Av Auto Rec)

    Automatic Recording of Satellite Broadcast (AV AUTO REC) DVD-RW VR MODE When connected to a satellite receiver, etc. with a timer recording function, this Recorder can be used to automatically record the timer program. (Refer to the operation manual of the satellite receiver, etc.

  • Page 45: To Cancel The Av Auto Rec Function

    Automatic Recording of Satellite Broadcast (AV AUTO REC) To Cancel the AV AUTO REC Function Before Recording Press POWER. • The Recorder is turned on and the AV AUTO REC function will be canceled with the “AUTO REC” indicator on the front display panel turned off.

  • Page 46: Eliminating Problems (Recording, Timer Recording)

    Eliminating Problems (Recording, Timer Recording) When You Cannot Record Problem • No disc in the Recorder. • Unrecordable disc is loaded. • Not enough disc capacity. • Recorder cannot identify the disc. • Disc is protected. When You Cannot Timer Record Problem •...

  • Page 47: Dvd/Cd Playback

    DVD/CD Playback This section explains playback of DVD-RW/R discs recorded with this Recorder, commer- cially available DVD Video discs (like movies) and CDs. • To play back a DVD-RW/R recorded with this Recorder, select the title to be played back, and then start playback. •...

  • Page 48: Dvd Video Playback

    DVD/CD Playback To Record a Chapter Mark during Playback Press CHAPTER MARK (under the cover). • The message “RECORDED CHAPTER MARK.” is displayed, and the chapter mark is recorded. • Chapter marks can be set during playback only with DVD-RW (VR mode). •...

  • Page 49: Audio Cd/Video Cd Playback

    Audio CD/Video CD Playback VIDEO CD AUDIO CD Playback from the begin- ning Load a disc. Press |PLAY. • Playback begins from the first track. To stop playback, press ■STOP. Playback by selecting the track 1 1 1 1 1 Press DIRECT. 2 2 2 2 2 Select the track number to be played back using the Number buttons, then press SET/...

  • Page 50: Skip Search

    DVD/CD Playback Slow Playback This lets you play back video at slow speed. Press SLOW during playback. • The slow playback speed will cycle (Approx. Press |PLAY to return to normal playback. • You cannot perform slow playback Still Picture Playback/ Frame Advance Playback This feature enables still playback and frame advance playback.

  • Page 51: Switching Audio

    Repeat Playback of a Title or Chapter (Repeat Play- back) Play back the title or chapter you want to repeat. Press (INPUT). Press \ / | to select the type of Repeat Playback. • TITLE: Repeats the title currently playing back. •...

  • Page 52: Switching Subtitles

    DVD/CD Playback Switching Subtitles DVD VIDEO If subtitles are provided in multiple lan- guages, you can switch between them. Press SUBTITLE (under the cover) during playback. • The display indicates the subtitle • “✕✕” is displayed if a disc has no Press ' / "...

  • Page 53: Playback By Selecting With The Menu In The Dvd

    Playback by Selecting with the Menu in the DVD DVD-RW DVD-R VIDEO MODE • This section explains how to play back a DVD video disc with a top menu or disc menu. • Titles listed in the title menu, and a disc guide (for options like subtitles and audio languages) are given in the disc menu.

  • Page 54: Setting A Clear Image And Powerful Sound

    DVD/CD Playback Setting a Clear Image and Powerful Sound You can set picture quality and enjoy more realistic sound according to your taste. Digital Gamma (Viewing Dark Images) Dark images can be made brighter and clearer. DVD-RW VR MODE VIDEO CD Press GAMMA to display the currently selected Gamma mode.

  • Page 55: Mp3 File Playback

    MP3 File Playback CD-R NOTE • See page 11 for details about the MP3 file format. 1 1 1 1 1 Turn on the power of TV. • When the recorder is connected to other audio equipment, turn them on as well.

  • Page 56: Settings During Playback

    Settings During Playback Function Control DVD-RW VR MODE This lets you make various settings at once, like subtitle and angle setting, and title selection for Direct Playback. Depending on your preferences, you can adjust video and enjoy audio with a greater sense of presence.

  • Page 57: Functions Which Can Be Set

    Then press SET/ENTER. • There is one setting level on the “soft” side and 3 setting levels on the “sharp” side. • If you want to enjoy a more defined picture (with detailed pictures), press | | | | | while “ON” is displayed for Digital Super Picture.

  • Page 58: Editing

    Editing About Editing Content that can be edited and editing operations vary according to the recording mode. Recordings on DVD-RW in VR mode You can do various types of editing with this Recorder alone. For example it is possible to create a compilation of your favorite videos by gathering your favorite scenes from recorded titles, moving scenes within a specified range, or erasing unnecessary scenes.

  • Page 59: Switching Between Original And Play List (Play Lists Can Be Created Only For Vr Mode)

    Edit Screen Title being edited EDIT(ORIGINAL) SAT 1 TITLE: CH33 FINE Chapter TITLE INFO: 10/4 MON 8:09 PM – 8:14 PM ERASE SCENE being edited CHANGE TITLE NAME CHANGE THUMBNAIL 00: 00: 02 DIVIDE CHAPTER Time being SPECIFY ERASE RANGE edited PLAY BACK SET START POINT...

  • Page 60: Editing An Original Title

    Editing an Original Title Erasing Unnecessary Scenes from an Original Title (ERASE SCENE) DVD-RW VR MODE Selects a scene from an original video and erase it. • To erase all titles, see page 67. • To erase by title (or chapter), see page 67. NOTE •...
  • Page 61 Press Red (B) (CONFIRMING) to confirm the contents. • The title is played back without the scene to be erased. Press Yellow (D) (ERASE) to erase. • Go to step 10 . • Press RETURN to cancel scene erase. Press \ to select “YES”, then press SET/ENTER.

  • Page 62: Inputting/Changing Title Name

    Editing an Original Title Inputting/Changing Title Name (CHANGE TITLE NAME) DVD-RW VR MODE • When you record, a title name including the date, time and channel number is auto- matically created. You can freely change this title name. • You can input up to a maximum of 64 characters.

  • Page 63: How To Enter Text

    How to Enter Text DVD-RW DVD-RW DVD-R VR MODE VIDEO MODE Input Character Screen Input field (Displays title name. Can change and input title name.) Cursor (Displays the position to input characters.) Displays input characters. Select when you switch between capital letters and small letters.

  • Page 64: Changing Thumbnail (Change Thumbnail)

    Editing an Original Title Changing Thumbnail (CHANGE THUMBNAIL) DVD-RW VR MODE Changes the still frame picture displayed at the Thumbnail screen of the REC LIST to your favorite scene within the title. Press START MENU. Press ' / " / \ / | to select “EDIT/ ERASE”, then press SET/ENTER.

  • Page 65: Making Sections In A Title (Divide Chapter)

    Making Sections in a Title (DIVIDE CHAPTER) DVD-RW VR MODE Divides a title into multiple chapters and makes editing and dubbing of chapter as unit easier. • You can set chapter divisions by pressing CHAPTER MARK (under the cover) during recording or playback. Press START MENU.

  • Page 66: Combining Chapters Together

    Editing an Original Title Combining Chapters Together (COMBINE CHAPTERS) DVD-RW VR MODE Combines two adjacent chapters into a single chapter. NOTE • You cannot combine chapters automati- cally recorded when a scene was erased, or chapters recorded due to adding a scene to a Play List.

  • Page 67: Erasing All Titles

    Erasing All Titles DVD-RW DVD-RW DVD-R VR MODE VIDEO MODE This erases the entire contents of a DVD-RW. (Except titles for which title protect has been set.) You can erase the following: • ORIGINAL: Erases all titles recorded on DVD. When originals are erased, play lists are also erased.

  • Page 68: Editing A Play List

    Editing a Play List Creating a Play List DVD-RW VR MODE You can create a Play List by copying a title or chapter units from an original. Also you can select your favorite scenes from originals, and compile them into a Play List. NOTE •...

  • Page 69: Adding A Scene From An Original To A Play List (Add Scene)

    Find the place where you want to end copying, then press SET/ ENTER. • If you press RETURN, you can reselect the start point. EDIT(ORIGINAL) SAT 1 TITLE: CH33 FINE TITLE INFO: 10/4 MON 8:09 PM – 8:14 PM CREATE NEW 00 : 00 : 32 CONFIRM CONTENT? •...
  • Page 70 Editing a Play List Adding a Title or Chap- 1 1 1 1 1 Select “ADD CHAPTER/TITLE”, 2 2 2 2 2 Select a title (chapter) at the Specifying and Adding a Scene • Select “SPECIFY SCENE TO EDIT(PLAYLIST) ERASE SCENE CHANGE TITLE NAME CHANGE THUMBNAIL DIVIDE CHAPTER...

  • Page 71: Changing The Title Sequence (Move Title)

    Changing the Title Sequence (MOVE TITLE) DVD-RW VR MODE Freely changes the sequence of titles. EDIT(PLAYLIST) SAT 1 SELECT EDIT OR CREATE PLAYLIST SELECT ENTER ENTER RETURN TITLE LIST Select “EDIT/ERASE” in START MENU screen, then press SET/ ENTER. Press ' / " to select “EDIT”, then press SET/ENTER.

  • Page 72: Erasing Unnecessary Scenes (Erase Scene)

    Editing a Play List Erasing Unnecessary Scenes (ERASE SCENE) DVD-RW VR MODE Selects and erases unnecessary scenes. Even if you erase a scene in a play list, this will not affect the original video. Select “EDIT” at the “EDIT/ERASE” in START MENU, then press SET/ ENTER.

  • Page 73: Enjoying High Quality Sounds

    Enjoying High Quality Sounds Playing 2 Channel Audio with an Analog Connection The Recorder COMPONENT OUT FROM ANTENNA IN 1 OUT 1 AUTO IN 2 OUT 2 PASS THROUGH LINE R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S-VIDEO R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S-VIDEO LINE VHF/UHF/CATV To AUDIO Output jacks (Red) (White)

  • Page 74: Playing 2 Channel Audio With A Digital Connection

    Enjoying High Quality Sounds Playing 2 Channel Audio with a Digital Connection The Recorder FROM ANTENNA IN 1 OUT 1 AUTO IN 2 OUT 2 PASS THROUGH LINE R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S-VIDEO R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S-VIDEO LINE VHF/UHF/CATV To DIGITAL AUDIO Output OPTICAL terminal Optical digital cable (commercially available)

  • Page 75: Recording From External Equipment

    Recording from External Equipment Recording from a Camcorder (VCR) Using an Analog Connection DVD-RW DVD-RW DVD-R VR MODE VIDEO MODE Material from a camcorder can be recorded with this Recorder using an analog connection. You can capture video by connecting a camcorder or VCR to the LINE IN 1, 2 or 3 jacks of this Recorder.

  • Page 76: Function Setting

    Function Setting Settings of This Recorder This section explains various settings relating to recording and playback which can be used to get more out of the Recorder. • For details about each setting, see the corresponding pages. REC. FUNCTION s page 76 VIEW/PLAY SETTING s page 78 ADJUSTMENT s page 80 INITIALIZE/FINALIZE s page 84...

  • Page 77: Basic Operation For Rec Function Setting

    Basic Operation for REC FUNCTION Setting Example: Setting “EXTERNAL AUDIO” under “REC. FUNCTION” 1 1 1 1 1 Press START MENU to display START MENU screen. 2 2 2 2 2 Press ' / " / \ / | to select “OTHER SETTINGS”, then press SET/ENTER.

  • Page 78: Disc Language

    Function Setting VIEW/PLAY SETTING PASSWORD PASSWORD SETTING • This sets the password for setting or changing Parental Control. DVD PLAY PARENTAL CONTROL SETTING • This lets you set Parental Control depending on disc content. • Level 1: For most restricted viewing → Level 8: For adult viewing (The smaller the number, the greater the level of restriction.) •...

  • Page 79: Basic Operation For View/Play Setting

    Basic Operation for VIEW/PLAY SETTING Example: Setting “DVD PLAY SETTING” under “VIEW/PLAY SETTING” 1 1 1 1 1 Press START MENU to display START MENU screen. 2 2 2 2 2 Press ' / " / \ / | to select “OTHER SETTINGS”, then press SET/ENTER.

  • Page 80: Digital Audio Output

    Function Setting ADJUSTMENT AUTO SETTING/MANUAL SETTING CLOCK SETTING • Before timer programming, check that the clock is set correctly, and set it correctly if it is not. If the clock is not set correctly, you cannot perform setting for features like VCR Plus+ programming. •...
  • Page 81 ADJUSTMENT DD OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO/ AUDIO SET- • This lets you adjust the range between the loudest and softest sound TING (dynamic range), and play back at the average volume. Use this when it is hard to hear dialog. YES*: * Lower the volume before setting.

  • Page 82: Auto Power Off

    Function Setting ADJUSTMENT LCD BACKLIGHT REC. OPTION SETTING • This sets whether to turn the LCD backlight on or off during timer recording. This sets so that the LCD backlight remains lit, even during timer recording. YES: This lets you turn off the LCD backlight only when the power is off (standby state) and timer recording starts.

  • Page 83: Basic Operation For Adjustment Setting

    Basic Operation for ADJUSTMENT Setting Example: Setting “VIDEO/AUDIO SETTING” under “ADJUSTMENT” 1 1 1 1 1 Press START MENU to display START MENU screen. 2 2 2 2 2 Press ' / " / \ / | to select “OTHER SETTINGS”, then press SET/ENTER.

  • Page 84: Initialization

    Function Setting Initialization Before recording to DVD-RW, initialize the disc in VR mode or Video mode. INITIALIZE VR MODE INIT. INITIALIZE • When recording with a DVD-RW in VR mode, initialize in VR mode before you start recording. (When you initialize, all of the recorded content of the disc is erased. Before initializing, check the content of the disc so that you do not erase any content you need.) •...

  • Page 85: Basic Operation For Initialize/Finalize

    Basic Operation for INITIALIZE/FINALIZE Example: Setting “VR MODE INIT.” (VR mode) 1 1 1 1 1 Press START MENU to display START MENU screen. 2 2 2 2 2 Press ' / " / \ / | to select “INITIALIZE/FINALIZE”, then press SET/ENTER.

  • Page 86: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The following problems do not always suggest a defect or malfunction of this Recorder. Perform the checks listed below before calling service. Problem The Recorder power does not turn on. The Recorder sounds like it is operating, even when power is turned off.
  • Page 87 Problem A disc recorded using this Recorder cannot be played back on another DVD player. The playback screen will be disturbed if DVD video is recorded to a VCR, or played back through a VCR. TV operates incorrectly. Recording stops.

  • Page 88: Service Information (For The U.s.)

    Center. Service Information (For the U.S.) For the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center, or to obtain product literature, accessories, supplies or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP (1-800-237-4277) or visit SHARP’s website (http://www.sharpusa.com). 1. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Instead, unplug it and contact a qualified service technician.

  • Page 89: On-Screen Error Messages

    On-screen Error Messages Messages Relating to DVD Discs • The following messages appear on the TV screen in case the disc you tried to play back is not appropriate or the operation is not correct. Error message CANNOT PLAY BACK THIS DISC. THIS IS A NON-STANDARD DISC.
  • Page 90 On-screen Error Messages Error message RECORDING WAS STOPPED DUE TO FULL DISC. REPAIRING THE DISC. THIS IS A NON-STANDARD DISC. REMOVE IT. THIS VIDEO CANNOT BE RECORDED TO THIS DISC. TIMER RECORDING COULD NOT START. LIVE BROADCAST RECORDING PROHIBITED. RECORDING STOPPED. THIS VIDEO IS COPY PROTECTED.

  • Page 91: Glossary

    Glossary Angle Recorded onto some DVD discs are scenes which have been simultaneously shot from a number of different angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from the left side, from the right side, etc.). With such discs, you can select the angle on Function Control Screen to view the scene from different angles.
  • Page 92 Glossary Linear PCM Linear PCM is a signal recording format used for Audio CDs. Sound The sound on Audio CDs is recorded at 44.1 kHz with 16 bits. (On DVD discs, sound is recorded at between 48 kHz with 16 bits and 96 kHz with 24 bits.) One type of audio compression that uses MPEG1.
  • Page 93 Title Number These numbers are recorded on DVD discs. When a disc contains two or more movies, these movies are numbered as title 1, title 2, etc. Track Number These numbers are assigned to the tracks which are recorded on video CDs and Audio CDs.

  • Page 94: Specifications

    Specifications General Power supply: ... AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption (Normal): ... 23 W Power consumption (Standby): ... 0.7 W (While the Front Panel Display is off) Dimensions: ... Approx. 430 mm × 69 mm × 257 mm (W × H × D) Approx.
  • Page 95 ESPAÑOL (Guía de operación rápida) MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES ... 97 Guía de operación rápida en español ... 98 Conexión básica ... EZ Set Up ... Antes de utilizar la grabadora ... Grabación directa en DVD ... Reproducción DVD-RW/R ... 100 Reproducción de DVD Vídeo ...
  • Page 96 Los productos que han ganado la marca ENERGY STAR mediante una eficiencia superior en el uso de la energía. . de modelo: DV-SR3U . de serie: Este símbolo previene al usuario...

  • Page 97: Medidas De Seguridad Importantes

    MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES PRECAUCIÓN : Lea todas estas instrucciones antes de utilizar este producto y guárdelas para consultarlas posteriormente. La energía eléctrica permite realizar muchas funciones útiles. Este producto se ha diseñado y fabricado para garantizar su seguridad personal. EL USO INADECUADO PUEDE RESULTAR EN PELIGROS DE DESCARGAS ELÉCTRICAS O INCENDIOS POTENCIALES.

  • Page 98: Guía De Operación Rápida En Español

    Guía de operación rápida en español Conexión básica La conexión siguiente es la conexión básica para ver o grabar programas de TV. Para los enchufes Video/audio IN Cable de Video/audio (includio) Cable coaxial Para el enchufe de (disponible comercialmente) ebtrada de antena Para el enchufe de salida de antena Para el enchufe de...

  • Page 99: Antes De Utilizar La Grabadora

    Guía de operación rápida en español Antes de utilizar la grabadora Coencte la alimentación del televisor. • Cuando la grabadora esté conectada a otro equipo de audio, encienda también ese equipo. • Cambie la entrada de TV a la entrada de AV utilizada para conectar la grabadora.

  • Page 100: Reproducción Dvd-Rw/R

    Guía de operación rápida en español Reproducción DVD-RW/R DVD RW VR MODE Pulse OPEN/CLOSE en la grabadora para abrir la bandeja del disco. Ponga el disco que quiera reproducir en la bandeja del disco. • Introduzca el disco con la cara de la •...
  • Page 101 Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer.

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