0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 1 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Please keep the product’s guarantee sheet and receipt in a safe place. Precautions • Read this booklet carefully. • Make sure the rating of your household electricity supply matches that •...
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 2 Important Safeguards Important Safeguards CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 3 This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use and servicing.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 4 17 DISC Do not use a cracked, deformed or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and product malfunction. 18 SERVICING Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 5 Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction Safety Instructions ____________________________1 Important Safeguards _________________________2 Table of Contents ______________________________5 Introduction____________________________________6 Overview Features ____________________________7 Identification of Controls ______________________11 Connections Connecting Antenna/Cable ____________________16 Connecting a TV _______________________________16 Connecting an Amplifier/Receiver _____________18 Connecting Optional Equipment ______________19 Connecting a Digital Camcorder ______________19...
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the DVB-T HDD/DVD recorder. Equipped with the latest technology and design, the DRHT-630 is a set-top box ideal for digital terrestrial broadcast reception. The simple installation and operation, user-friendly tree structured OSD, Digital audio output that’s Dolby Digital ready, and advanced video clarity made for TV that’s designed to enrich the viewer experience.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 7 Overview Features Overview Features Overview MPEG-2 Digital & Fully DVB-T Compliant Interactivity & Digital Teletext (MHEG 5) • Allows a split screen combination of your programme plus live text news & sport information. User-friendly EPG (8 days capability) •...
Consumer Does not need selection (recording format) Remark : DRHT-630 DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder supports ‘dual media’ recording allowing DVD+RW format recording (+VR) on either DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R or DVD+RW media. Any editing feature that is available with the +RW logical format is available on any of the media types.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 9 • existing DVD video discs can be played on the recorder. • recordings made on your DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder can be played on other DVD video players and DVD-ROM drives. What is DV? Using DV, also known as i.LINK, you can connect a DV-equipped camcorder to the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder using a single DV cable for input and...
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 10 Precautions Handling the Unit When shipping the unit The original shipping carton and packing materials will come in handy. For maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packaged at the factory. When setting up the unit The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 11 Identification of Controls Identification of Controls Front Panel ( ) 1 Disc Tray (DVD deck) Insert a disc here. OPEN/CLOSE (DVD) Opens or closes the disc tray. PLAY/PAUSE (OK) Starts playback of a disc. Pauses playback or recording temporarily.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 12 Front Panel Display DVD Record mode Disc is loaded Timer Recording is set Channel TV Channel Input mode AV1 input AV_1 AV_2 AV2 input AV_F Front AV input Recording on DVD Indicates a DVD Timer recording is 1 1 : 1 5 set.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 13 Rear panel & S-VIDEO OUT Connect to a TV with an S-Video Input. AUDIO OUT (L, R) Connect to a TV or other equipment with audio inputs. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y Pb Pr) Connect to a TV with Component Video (Y Pb Pr) inputs.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 14 Remote Control Turns the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder on and off. Opens and closes the disc tray. Switches between DVD and HDD record mode. Shows TV Guide (EPG : Electronic Programme Guide) - Switches the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder input to RF (Tuner), AV1, AV2, AVF or S-VIDEO.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 15 Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time. For more details, Refer to One Touch Record (OTR) on page 46. Selects Recording mode. (Approx.) HQ (1hr), SP (2hrs), EP (4hrs), SLP (6hrs) Repeats the current chapter, track, title or the entire disc.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 16 Connections Connections • There are a variety of ways to connect the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder to your TV and other equipment. Use only one of the connections described below. Whichever TV connection you use will work with all input sources.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 17 S-Video Connection Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder to the S-Video in jack on your TV using an S-Video cable (S). Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks from the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder to the left/right audio in jacks on your TV using the audio cables.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 18 Connecting an Amplifier/Receiver Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analogue stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll/Pro Logic Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder to the left and right audio in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A) (Audio cables are not supplied with this product).
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 19 Jack Panel of Accessory Component (VCR, Analogue Camcorder, etc.) Front of DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder Connecting to USB Using the USB input connector, you can use a USB memory stick as the playable media. JPEG, MP3 and DivX media files can be played from USB memory.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 20 Initial Installation Initial Installation After successfully connecting your DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder to your TV and other devices, this chapter will show you how to complete the initial installation. You must follow the initial installation process to set the time, date, channels, and language preferences for the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 21 Guide to Digital Services Guide to Digital Services EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) The EPG provides a quick and easy way to: • View a complete list of all available channels. • View a channel list related to a chosen category. •...
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 22 Viewing programmes using Category Search This feature allows you to search for programmes related to a particular topic. For example, if you select “Sports” from the category search list, then only programmes related to Sports will be shown in the EPG.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 23 Information Service Information Service Many digital TV channels broadcast information via their text service. This digital service includes high quality digital text and graphics along with advanced navigation options. Additionally, this recorder has access to dedicated text channels transmitted by the broadcasters.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 24 Setup menu Setup menu Setup Menu Overview The DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder Setup menu includes 7 categories, including: Installation, Record Options, Languages, Preferences, Parental Settings, System Info, and Update/Restore. Press [SETUP] and [œ/√] on the remote control to view the first and second levels of the Setup menu.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 25 Delete Channels After tuning TV or Radio stations into your DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder, you may wish to delete a station. Press [SETUP]. The Setup menu appears. Use [œ/√] to select ‘Installation‘. Use […/†] to select ‘Delete Channels‘. Press [OK] .
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 26 Edit Favourites After tuning TV or Radio stations into your recorder, you may store or edit your favourite channels into TV or Radio lists. Follow steps 1-2 as shown under ‘Delete Channels’. Use […/†] to select ‘Edit Favourites‘. Press [OK].
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 27 RECORD OPTIONS Settings DVD Quality You can set the default DVD recording quality to (Approx. time) : HQ (High Quality - 1 hr/disc), SP (Standard Play - 2 hrs/disc), EP (Extended Play - 4 hrs/disc), or SLP (Super Long Play - 6 hrs/disc).
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 28 With this selection, the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder will stop recording and prompt the user to erase some space and create more room on the HDD, if the [STOP] is not pressed and the recording takes all the available space on the hard disk drive.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 29 PREFERENCES Settings TV Aspect Ratio Press [SETUP]. Use [œ/√] to select ‘Preferences‘. Whilst ‘Preferences‘ is selected, press [†] to select ‘Television’. Use [œ/√] to select the desired TV Aspect ratio. Press [SETUP] to exit the menu. •...
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 30 Digital Audio Press [SETUP]. Use [œ/√] to select ‘Preferences‘. Whilst ‘Preferences‘ is selected, press [†] to select ‘Digital Audio‘. Use [œ/√] to select the desired digital output type. Press [SETUP] to exit the menu. •...
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 31 Video Output Progressive Scan Video provides the highest picture quality with reduced flickering. RGB : If you connect the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder to an analogue television using the SCART jacks, set Video Output to ‘RGB’. Interlace or Progressive : If you connect the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder to a digital television (DTV) or...
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 32 After setting the password, press Red button to end. Then ‘Parental Setting’ screen is displayed. Use [œ/√] to select the desired rating level. Off : If you select Unlock, the Lock feature is not active.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 33 Country Code Press [SETUP]. Use [œ/√] to select ‘Parental Settings‘. Whilst ‘Parental Settings‘ is selected, press [†] to select ‘Rating Level‘. The Password Input dialog will appear. Enter a 4-digit password using the [0-9] buttons. Use [†] to select ‘Country Code‘.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 34 Set HDD Parental Lock It allows you to prevent titles with the parental lock set from being played from the HDD video menu. You can set the HDD parental lock as follows. Whilst ‘Parental Settings‘ is selected, press [†] to select ‘Set Hdd Parental Lock‘.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 35 SYSTEM Info Firmware Info System Information helps service personnel identify firmware information about your DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder in case service is required. Press [SETUP]. The Setup menu appears. Use [œ] and [√] to select ‘System Info‘. Use […/†] to select ‘Firmware Info’.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 36 Update/ Restore Software Update If you wish, you can check for software updates. Press [SETUP]. The Setup menu appears. Use [œ] and [√] to select ‘Update/ Restore‘. While ‘Update/Restore‘ is selected, press [†] to select ‘Check For Software Update‘.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 37 On-Screen Display Overview On-Screen Display Overview The On-Screen Display provides feedback on the status of the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder and/or the currently loaded disc. To access the On-Screen Display (or OSD), press [INFO]. Displaying Disc Information To display information about the currently loaded disc:...
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 38 Angle Shows the current angle number and total number of angles, and changes the angle number. Press [INFO] twice during playback. The on-screen display appears on the TV screen. Use […†] to select the ‘Angle‘ line on the on- screen display.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 39 DVD Playback DVD Playback Playing a DVD Turn the TV on and select the video input source connected to the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder. Audio system: Turn the audio system on and select the input source connected to the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 40 Zoom The Zoom function allows you to magnify the video image and scroll around the enlarged image. Press [ZOOM] during Play mode to activate the Zoom function. Each press of the [ZOOM] button changes the Zoom level as follows: X1 (normal size) X1 (normal size) Use the [œ...
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 41 Playing a Picture, Music or DivX files Playing a Picture, Music or DivX files DivX Playback (HDD Media, DVD, USB) The DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder can play DivX files on a disc such as CD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, DVD- R/RW on HDD Media or on USB device.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 42 Audio CD Playback The DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder can play audio CDs on CD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW. Insert an Audio CD and close the tray. The CD Music folder tree appears. Use […†] to select a track or a file, then press [OK]. Playback will stop at the end of the disc.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 43 The full size image will be displayed and a slide show starts automatically with a time interval of 10 seconds. Press [NEXT] or [PREV] to manually skip to the next or previous image. Press [√] (or [œ]) to rotate the image (counter) clockwise.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 44 Time shifting & Saving Time shifting & Saving Time shifting When the HDD/DVD Recorder is turned on, the last viewed TV channel will be tuned in and Time shifting starts automatically. Time shifting allows ‘pausing’...
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 45 Saving to HDD Save While viewing a program, press [REC]. This will start saving the segment you are watching. You can navigate forward. During the saving operation, by pressing [REC], you will increase the length of the program you are saving by 15 minutes up to a maximum of 10 hours.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 46 Basic Recording Basic Recording Recording to DVD or HDD If you press [DVD/HDD], you will be in DVD or HDD record mode. You can record to DVD or HDD by pressing the [REC] button.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 47 Timer Recording Timer Recording Timer Recording using Manual Record Screen The Timer Recording function allows you to record up to 16 programs within a period of one year. Insert recordable media such as DVD±R, DVD±RW if you want to record to DVD.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 48 Cancelling a Timer Recording You can clear a Timer Recording any time before the recording actually starts. • Press [TIMER] on the remote control to display the Timer Record List. • Use […†] to select the program you want to erase on the Timer Recorder List, then press [GREEN] to cancel it.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 49 Press [RED] to record. The selected bar becomes red. It means that a timer recording is associated to that programme. Your recorder will automatically begin recording when the programme starts. Press [RED] once more to edit the program. The Timer Record List will appear.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 50 Recording from an External Input Recording from an External Input Recording from External Components You can record from an external component, such as a camcorder, VCR or Digital Camera, connected to any of the DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder’s external inputs.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 51 Dubbing Dubbing Dubbing will copy the selected titles (+VR format) with the same properties (title name, duration, index picture, chapter mark) in HDD Videos to DVD or vice versa. The Media BROWSER can not be activated in the middle of dubbing, that means play, stop, any edits does not work.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 52 Dubbing from DVD to HDD Press [MENU] on the remote, the yellow highlight is around ‘HDD Playlist’. Using the […†] buttons highlight the words ‘DVD Playlist’. Press [OK]. On the screen you will see your DVD Playlist. Using the […†] buttons on the remote, select the recording you wish to Dub to HDD.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 53 Media files Copying Media files Copying Copying and Editing media files (DVD, HDD, USB) Copying will copy the media files (jpg, mp3, DivX) in HDD Media to DVD, or vice versa. HDD Media to HDD Media copy (or DVD to DVD) is also available.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 54 - Start Copy : Copy to the media immediately after confirmation message. - Create folder : Create folder in the media you want to copy to. After selecting the destination to be copied, select 'Start Copy’...
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 55 Press [MENU] to enter the Main menu browser. Select ‘HDD Playlist‘ and press [OK] then ‘HDD Playlist’ screen appears. Main Menu 00:00 Sun 07 Jan HDD Playlist HDD Media DVD Playlist HDD Playlist 00:00 Sun 07 Jan BBC ONE 13 Sep 2006 13:44...
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 56 Protecting a Title If you want to protect a title from accidental recording, editing, or erasing, you can protect the title. Later, if you change your mind, you can unprotect the title. Select the title to be protected using [… †] and press [OK].
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 57 Editing a Title Select the title to be edited using [… †] and press [OK]. Select ‘Edit’ using [… †] . Press [OK] to go to submenu. Select ‘Video Edit’ using [… †] . Press [OK] to go to HDD Edit menu.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 58 HDD Parental Lock This menu will appear only when it’s set to 'On' in 'Setup - Preferences - Parental Controls - Set HDD Parental Lock' menu. When you lock a program, the parental password selected in the Setup menu will be used.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 59 Disc Playback and Editing Disc Playback and Editing This section explains edit functions for the entire disc and for the titles in the disc. This recorder offers various edit options for various disc types. Before you edit, check the disc type in the front panel display, and select the option available for your disc.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 60 Editing a Title When you insert a DVD±R or DVD±RW disc already recorded by your HDD/DVD Recorder, you can edit the titles and chapters in a variety of ways. Select the title to be edited using [… †] and press [OK].
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 61 Overwrite and Append Follow these instructions to overwrite a title or a disc from the Title List. Select the title to be re-written using [… †] and press [OK]. Then select ‘Overwrite‘ using [… †]. Press [OK] to re-write the title.
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 62 Erase the disc (DVD±RW) Press [DISC OP] to go to ‘Disc Operation’ mode. Use [œ/√] to select ‘Erase Disc‘ menu. Then press […] or [†]. If you want to erase the whole disc, select ‘Yes’...
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0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 63 If ‘Lock Disc’ is set to ‘Yes’ in the DISC Operation menu, you cannot rename your disc; see page 61. Finalise Disc (DVD-RW, DVD±R) Finalising a DVD±R (or DVD-RW) ‘locks’ its recordings permanently so the disc can be played on most standard DVD players or computers equipped with DVD-ROM drives.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 64 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting customer support. Symptom Cause No power. The power cord is disconnected. No picture. The TV is not set to receive DVB-T HDD/DVD Recorder signal output.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 65 Symptom Cause Cannot record or did not The remaining blank space on the record successfully. disc is insufficient. The source you are trying to record is copy-protected. When setting the recording channel, the channel is tuned on your TV’s tuner.
0202DRHT-630 2007.2.2 9:19 AM ˘ ` 66 Technical Specifications Technical Specifications General Power requirements 220–240V~, 50/60 Hz Power consumption Dimensions(approx.) 435 x 55 x 353 mm (w x h x d) Mass (approx.) Net : 4.3kg Gross : 5.6kg Operating temperature 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) Operating humidity 5% to 90%...