Frequently Asked Questions - Philips DVDR3380 User Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of disc should I use for
recording?
You can record on both DVD±R and
DVD±RW 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 recordings 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.
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.
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.
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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-minutes intervals.
What does "fi nalizing" a disc do?
Finalizing a disc locks the disc so it can no
longer be used for recording. This is only
required for DVD±R discs. It will then be
compatible with virtually any DVD player. To
remove 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 storage
space for more recordings.
How good is the quality of the
recording?
There are a few quality levels to choose from,
ranging from "HQ" - High Quality (1 hour
mode) to "SLP" - Super Long Play (6 hours
mode). Press the REC MODE button on the
remote control to choose the quality level that
best suits your purpose and the length of
material.
Record
Picture Quality
Mode
HQ High quality
DVD quality-Standard Play
SP
VHS quality-Extended Play
EP
VHS quality-Super Long Play
SLP
Maximum Recording
Time per Disc
1 hour
2 hours
4 hours
6 hours