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Philips DVDR3480 User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    DVD Player / Recorder DVDR3480 User Manual Read your Quick Start Guide and/or User Manual first for quick tips that make using your Philips product more enjoyable. Register your product and get support at www.philips.com/welcome dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 1 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 1 2007-11-02 11:51:50 AM...
  • Page 2 If we are unable to provide a solution, Philips will be pleased to pick-up your DVD Recorder from your home; and provide a service replacement set, within 10 days. That’s the Philips ‘Premium Home Service’ commitment to you. This service comes free-of-charge (except for Consumer Care Helpline) and applies to all Philips DVD Recorders during the Philips warranty period.
  • Page 3 Important notes for users in U.K. Italia DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITA’ Mains plug Si dichiara che l’apparecchio DVDR3480, This apparatus is fi tted with an approved 13 Philips risponde alle prescrizioni dell’art. 2 Amp plug. To change a fuse in this type of comma 1 del D.M.
  • Page 4 SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p AND 625p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.’ dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 4 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 4 2007-11-02 11:51:54 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:54 AM...
  • Page 5 This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Community. This product complies with the requirements of the following directives and guidelines: 2006/95/EC + 89/336/EEC + 93/68/EEC dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 5 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 5 2007-11-02 11:51:54 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:54 AM...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Using a DVD±RW disc with previous recordings ..................26 Instant time-off recording ..........................27 Watching another source during recording....................27 About timer recording ............................. 28 Schedule a timer recording..........................28 Changing/ Deleting a timer recording ......................29 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 6 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 6 2007-11-02 11:51:55 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:55 AM...
  • Page 7 Installing the latest software ...........................51 Troubleshooting ......................52 Specifi cations ........................55 Frequently Asked Questions ..................56 Glossary..........................58 Display panel symbols/ messages ................. 60 TV System Guide ......................62 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 7 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 7 2007-11-02 11:51:55 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:55 AM...

  • Page 8: Care And Safety Information

    – This unit must not be exposed to dripping or splashing. – Do not place any object or items that can damage this unit (e.g., liquid fi lled objects, lighted candles). dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 8 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 8 2007-11-02 11:51:55 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:55 AM...

  • Page 9: Product Information

    Product Information Introduction Accessories supplied Your Philips recorder allows you to – Remote control and batteries record TV programmes, copy camcorder – RF antenna cable recordings to a DVD±RW or DVD±R – Quick Start Guide and play pre-recorded DVDs. The...

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    – Access the time search entry screen available). during audio or video playback. OPEN/CLOSE ç CLEAR – Opens/closes the disc tray. – Clears the title name entry while in title editing mode. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 10 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 10 2007-11-02 11:51:56 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:56 AM...
  • Page 11 30-minute increments. SHUFFLE – Enables random playback of items in TV VOL+/ - playlist. – Adjusts the volume of the TV (Philips TV only). ZOOM – Enlarges a picture on the TV screen TV MUTE H during playback –...

  • Page 12: Using The Remote Control

    Insert two batteries of type R03 or AAA, following the indications (+-) inside the compartment. Close the cover. Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor (iR) on the front panel and select the desired function. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 12 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 12 2007-11-02 11:51:56 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:56 AM...

  • Page 13: Main Unit

    Press and hold to make a forward/ suitable devices using this connector. reverse search. Press SOURCE repeatedly on the remote control to select ‘DV’ in order to view the input source. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 13 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 13 2007-11-02 11:51:56 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:56 AM...

  • Page 14: Step 1: Basic Recorder Connections

    Cable box or VCR), you will have see the chapter “Step 2 : Optional to disconnect some of the cables before you Connections” for the complete make the above connection. connections to your TV. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 14 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 14 2007-11-02 11:51:56 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:56 AM...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Video Cable

    – The EXT2 AUX-I/O socket is used for Audio connection is required in order connecting additional devices. to hear the sound, see the next section “Connecting the audio cables”. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 15 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 15 2007-11-02 11:51:56 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:56 AM...
  • Page 16 YUV) on the TV. If your TV accepts Progressive Scan signal, see the chapter “Setup Menu Options – Video Settings – { Video Output }” for Progressive Scan set-up. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 16 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 16 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM...

  • Page 17: Connecting The Audio Cables

    – a stereo system (for example, TV or stereo’s capabilities, the stereo may mini system). produce a strong, distorted sound or no – a receiver with two channel analogue sound at all. stereo. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 17 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 17 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM...

  • Page 18: Step 2: Optional Connections

    (or labelled as TV OUT or TO TV) on the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver. Helpful Hint: – When using this connection, automatic channel search is not required. Read chapter “Step 3: Installation and Setup”. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 18 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 18 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM...

  • Page 19: Connecting To A Vcr Or Other Similar Device

    If there is a VCR or an additional device in between, the picture quality may be poor because of the copy protection system built into this recorder. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 19 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 19 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM...

  • Page 20: Connecting To A Vcr And Cable Box/Satellite Receiver

    TV. Use a scart cable (not supplied) to connect the EXT1 TO TV-I/O socket on the recorder to the corresponding scart input socket on the TV. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 20 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 20 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM...

  • Page 21: Connecting A Camcorder To The Front Sockets

    – The DV IN socket does not support a connection to a Personal Computer. – It is not possible to record from the recorder to your camcorder via the DV IN socket on your recorder. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 21 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 21 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:57 AM...

  • Page 22: Step 3: Installation And Setup

    English 01 2007 Español Français Italiano Nederlands BACK Previous Next Next keys on the remote control to select the desired on-screen display language and press OK to confi rm. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 22 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 22 2007-11-02 11:51:58 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:58 AM...
  • Page 23 – If the satellite receiver is connected to the EXT2 AUX-I/O socket on the recorder, press OK to skip channel search and proceed to the next step. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 23 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 23 2007-11-02 11:51:58 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:58 AM...

  • Page 24: Recording

    To exit, press SETUP. – It is normal to encounter noise when recording to discs of higher media speeds. – Avoid using discs with labels. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 24 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 24 2007-11-02 11:51:59 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:59 AM...

  • Page 25: Recording Settings

    Read the section “Using a DVD±RW disc with previous recordings”. { Off } – Disable overwrite function. The new recording will always start after the last title on the DVD±RW. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 25 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 25 2007-11-02 11:51:59 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:59 AM...

  • Page 26: Manual Recording

    { EXT 2 } Input source from the device connected to the EXT2 AUX-I/O scart socket on the back panel. Set a recording mode if necessary, press REC MODE repeatedly. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 26 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 26 2007-11-02 11:51:59 AM 2007-11-02 11:51:59 AM...

  • Page 27: Instant Time-Off Recording

    STANDBY-ON 2 on the remote control. Helpful Hint: – To watch the TV channel through the recorder or playback the recorded disc, switch the TV back to its video input channel. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 27 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 27 2007-11-02 11:52:00 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:00 AM...

  • Page 28: About Timer Recording

    VPS/PDC. { Source } – Select the TV channel or the correct input source (EXT2 or CAM), which you have used to connect the external device. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 28 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 28 2007-11-02 11:52:00 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:00 AM...

  • Page 29: Changing/ Deleting A Timer Recording

    { Enable } the scheduled recording in the edit menu and press OK. To exit from the edit menu, highlight { Cancel } and press OK. Press TIMER to exit the menu. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 29 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 29 2007-11-02 11:52:00 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:00 AM...

  • Page 30: Playback

    If not, press DISC to display the disc Super Video CD content. Select a track/title to play and press u. For more playback features, see the ® ® DivX , DivX Ultra chapter “Additional Playback Features”. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 30 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 30 2007-11-02 11:52:00 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:00 AM...
  • Page 31 DivX movie in the same folder. Ensure the subtitle is saved as the same fi lename as the DivX movie but retaining its own fi le extension. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 31 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 31 2007-11-02 11:52:01 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:01 AM...
  • Page 32 TV pictures in one screen due to the large number of songs/pictures í ë Press ANGLE. Use keys to move compiled into one disc. to the previous/next page. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 32 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 32 2007-11-02 11:52:01 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:01 AM...

  • Page 33: Playback From A Usb Fl Ash Drive/ Usb Memory Card Reader

    The USB port does not support playback JPEG or sound clips associated with from a USB hub device. Only brands and pictures. models of digital cameras which support USB Mass Storage Device class standard are supported. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 33 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 33 2007-11-02 11:52:01 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:01 AM...

  • Page 34: Additional Playback Features

    OK. Use to change the title number. Highlight chapter icon in the menu and press OK. Use to change the chapter number. 5/12 Press INFO to exit the options menu. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 34 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 34 2007-11-02 11:52:02 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:02 AM...

  • Page 35: Enlarging Still Images

    The segment is activate random playback. repeated until the repeat mode is To cancel random playback, press cancelled. SHUFFLE once again. To cancel repeat playback, press REPEAT A-B once again. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 35 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 35 2007-11-02 11:52:02 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:02 AM...

  • Page 36: Changing Subtitle Language

    – Some DVDs allow soundtrack language again. changes only via the DVD disc menu. To access the Disc Menu, press DISC. Pressí to start playback from the fi rst title/track. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 36 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 36 2007-11-02 11:52:02 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:02 AM...

  • Page 37: Edit Recordings

    Play the selected title (recording). change the recording mode. { Title } D The remaining disc space. Access the title edit menu. { Disc } Access the disc edit menu. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 37 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 37 2007-11-02 11:52:02 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:02 AM...

  • Page 38: Accessing The Title Edit Menu

    To confi rm, use keys to select { A-B Hide } and press OK Helpful Hint: – To recover all hidden scenes, select { Unhide } in the title edit menu. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 38 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 38 2007-11-02 11:52:02 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:02 AM...

  • Page 39: Renaming A Title

    The info panel is now updated. Once complete, a new title will be To cancel the changes, press BACK on shown at the disc menu index screen. the remote control. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 39 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 39 2007-11-02 11:52:03 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:03 AM...

  • Page 40: Protecting The Title

    { Erase } and press OK. A confi rmation message appears. To proceed, select { OK } in the menu and press OK to confi rm. To abort, select { Cancel } and press dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 40 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 40 2007-11-02 11:52:03 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:03 AM...

  • Page 41: Renaming A Disc

    To confi rm, use keys to select { Confi rm } and press OK. The info panel is now updated. To cancel the changes, press BACK on the remote control. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 41 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 41 2007-11-02 11:52:03 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:03 AM...

  • Page 42: Setup Menu Options

    Audio Clock Setting Disc 00 : 27 : 30 Video Playback Screen Saver System Recording Restore Default Audio See this chapter “Disc settings”. Video System See this chapter “System settings”. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 42 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 42 2007-11-02 11:52:04 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:04 AM...

  • Page 43: Tuner Settings

    í or ë repeatedly to select the preferred fi eld. To confi rm, use keys to select { Confi rm } and press OK. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 43 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 43 2007-11-02 11:52:05 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:05 AM...
  • Page 44 Re-install all TV programme channels on this recorder. Auto Search Select this and press OK on the remote control to start automatic channel search. This process may take several minutes. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 44 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 44 2007-11-02 11:52:05 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:05 AM...

  • Page 45: Disc Settings

    Remainder SP: 113 min { Space } – The used space and total space. BACK Back SETUP Exit { Remainder } – Shows the remaining space on DVD recordable disc. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 45 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 45 2007-11-02 11:52:05 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:05 AM...

  • Page 46: Playback Settings

    CD-R/RW or recordable DVD for playback on this recorder. Note: All the downloaded videos from DivX® VOD can only be played back on this recorder. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 46 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 46 2007-11-02 11:52:05 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:05 AM...
  • Page 47 – Display a standard list of Roman subtitle fonts provided by this recorder. { Central Eur. } – Display Central European fonts. { Cyrillic } – Display Cyrillic fonts. { Greek } – Display Greek fonts. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 47 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 47 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM...

  • Page 48: Audio Settings

    { On } – Turn on night mode. { Off } – Turn off night mode feature. Selects this to enjoy surround sound with its full dynamic range. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 48 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 48 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM...

  • Page 49: Video Settings

    TV). { YUV Interlace } – For component video connection. Note: Video output setting is not required for S-Video or Composite (CVBS) video connection. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 49 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 49 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM...

  • Page 50: System Settings

    2) A warning message will appear. Select { OK } in the menu to proceed or { Cancel } to abort, then press OK to confi rm. After restoring to factory default settings, you will be prompted for the initial setup. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 50 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 50 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM...

  • Page 51: Software Upgrade

    The software installed in your recorder is continuously being refi ned for greater stability and compatibility of the set. Periodically, Philips will issue upgrades for the software which you copy onto a CD to install the software. Caution! Power supply must not be interrupted during upgrade! Visit Philips’...

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    – Press P +/- to search for the same TV channel which distorted. may have a clearer picture. – Exit from any on-screen menu. Unable to eject tray. – Press STOP to stop any playback or recording, then press OPEN/CLOSE. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 52 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 52 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM...
  • Page 53 – Error during recording: The title may be missing. appears. – Error while changing the title/index picture: The original title/index picture may be visible. – Error while fi nalising or the disc has not been fi nalised. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 53 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 53 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM...
  • Page 54 – { Blocked } : The content is copy-protected. You cannot use the recorder to duplicate copy-protected materials (DVDs or videotapes) onto a DVD recordable disc. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 54 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 54 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM...

  • Page 55: Specifi Cations

    Disc formats: DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW, Picture CD, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL • Picture compression formats: JPEG • Picture enhancement: Rotate, Zoom Storage Media • Recording media: DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 55 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 55 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM...

  • Page 56: Frequently Asked Questions

    – You cannot control this recorder from be able to record on the disc if there is stor- external equipment connected via the DV IN age space for more recordings. socket. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 56 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 56 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:06 AM...
  • Page 57 Transfer the music fi les (mp3) and photos Similarly, the photos may be of low resolu- (jpg) into a fl ash drive. tion or too high resolution for the system to support. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 57 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 57 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM...

  • Page 58: Glossary

    You can fi nd the region code of your unit by looking on the product label. Some discs are compatible with more than one region (or ALL regions). dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 58 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 58 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM...
  • Page 59 DVD. Each title is assigned a title number, enabling you to locate the title you want. VIDEO OUT socket: Yellow socket that sends the DVD picture video to a TV. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 59 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 59 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM...

  • Page 60: Display Panel Symbols/ Messages

    The recorder has been turned on. – When the DVD inserted is in a wrong region code as the recorder. – The recorder has encountered an error in handling the disc inserted. dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 60 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 60 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM...
  • Page 61 61 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 61 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM...

  • Page 62: Tv System Guide

    PAL B (was SECAM) PAL G GREENLAND NTSC/PAL B GUADELOUPE SECAM K1 GUAM NTSC M GUATEMALA NTSC M NTSC M GUINEA PAL K GUYANA (FRENCH) SECAM K1 HONDURAS NTSC M NTSC M dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 62 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 62 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM...
  • Page 63 PAL B SUDAN PAL B PAL G SURINAM NTSC M NTSC M SWAZILAND PAL B PAL G SWEDEN PAL B PAL G SWITZERLAND PAL B PAL G SYRIA SECAM B dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 63 dvdr3480-05n31_eng_27232a.indd 63 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM 2007-11-02 11:52:07 AM...
  • Page 64 Meet Philips at the Internet http://www.philips.com http://www.philips.com/welcome DVDR 3480 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 3139 245 27232 Philips Customer Care phone numbers: Austria 0810 000205 € 0.07/ min Belgium 078 250 145 € 0.06/ min Czech Republic 800 142840 free Denmark...

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