Frequently Asked Questions - Philips DVDR3400 User Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of disc should I use for
recording?
You can only record on DVD±R,
DVD±RW or DVD+R DL discs. They are
compatible with DVD-Video players and
DVD-ROM drives in computers.
What is the capacity of a DVD±R/
+RW disc?
4.7GB, or equivalent to six CDs. You can
store only one hour of recordings on a
single disc at the highest quality (DVD
standard) and about 6 hours recording at
the lowest quality (VHS standard.)
What is the difference between
DVD±R and DVD±RW?
DVD±R is "recordable" and DVD±RW is
"rewritable". With a DVD±R, you can
record multiple sessions on the same
disc, but when the disc is full, you cannot
record any more on the disc. The
DVD±RW allows you to record over the
same disc repeatedly.
How do I check the remaining space
available on a recordable DVD disc?
In disc menu mode, press REC MODE on
the remote control to display the
remaining time available. (The length if
time available depends on the mode of
recording quality.)
What is DV?
Using DV, also known as i.LINK, you can
connect a DV-equipped camcorder to
this recorder using a single DV cable for
input and output of audio, video, data and
control signals.
– This recorder is only compatible with
DV-format (DVC-SD) camcorders.
Digital satellite tuners and Digital VHS
video recorders are not compatible.
– You cannot connect more than one
DV camcorder at a time to this recorder.
– You cannot control this recorder from
external equipment connected via the DV
IN jack.
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Can I copy a VHS tape or DVD
from an external player?
Yes, but only if the VHS tape or DVD is
not copy protected.
What are Titles and Chapters?
A DVD disc contains Titles and Chapters,
which are similar to the Titles and
Chapters of a book. A Title is often a
complete movie and is broken down into
Chapters, or individual scenes from the
movies.
Title
Chapter
Title
Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter
chapter markers
Programs are recorded as a single title, it
may consist of one chapter or a few
chapters within a title, depending on the
recording settings.
How do I set up Titles and
Chapters?
The recorder automatically creates a new
Title every time you start a new
recording. You can then add Chapters to
these recordings manually or have them
automatically inserted at 5-minute
intervals.
What does "fi nalizing" a disc do?
Finalizing a disc locks the disc so it can no
longer be recorded, only required for
DVD±R. It will then be compatible with
any DVD player. To close a disc without
fi nalizing it, simply stop recording and
eject the disc. You will still be able to
record on the disc if there is room for
more recordings.