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Targa DRH-5500x User's Manual And Service Information

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TARGA GmbH
Lange Wende 41
D-59494 Soest
Germany
www.targa-online.com
Targa DRH-5500x
User's guide and service information
Front View
1.
Power On/Standby button
8. SOURCE button
Switches on the DVD recorder or switches the
Selects equipment connected via line inputs
unit to standby mode
9.
RECORD button
2.
OPEN/CLOSE button
Starts recording on current device
Opens or closes the disc tray
10.
PLAY button
3. Disc tray
Starts playback on current device
Holds discs securely during recording or
11.
STOP button
playback
Stops playback or recording
4. DISPLAY window
12. DV-LINK (IEEE 1394) jack*
Shows operation information
Connects digital camcorder
5. HDD indicator
13. LINE IN (S-Video/Composite VIDEO &
Lights when HDD (hard disk drive) is selected
AUDIO L/R) jacks*
as the target device
Connects the outputs of external equipment
6. DVD indicator
via S-Video or composite video/audio cables
Lights when DVD drive is selected as the
target device
* Connector is located behind front cover.
7. HDD/DVD button
Changes DVD recorder's current mode from
HDD (hard disk drive) to DVD and vice versa
Rear View
1. VHF/UHF IN/OUT jacks
6. HDMI DIGITAL OUT jack
Connects antenna cables
Connects a TV or an AV amplifier (receiver)
with HDMI input jack (via HDMI cable)
2. AV OUTPUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks
Connects the inputs of external equipment via
7. Power Switch
composite video/audio cables
Toggles the mains supply on/off
3. COMP OUT (COMPONENT) jacks
8. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack
Connects the inputs of external equipment via
Connects an amplifier or a receiver having an
component video cables
optical digital input jack
4. SCART INPUT jack
9. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack
Connects the output of external equipment via
Connects an amplifier or a receiver having a
SCART cable
coaxial digital input jack
5. SCART OUTPUT jack
10. Fan
Connects the input of external equipment via
Provides appropriate cooling to the device
SCART cable
11. AC IN terminal
Connects the power cord

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  • Page 1 RECORD button OPEN/CLOSE button Starts recording on current device Opens or closes the disc tray PLAY button Targa DRH-5500x 3. Disc tray Starts playback on current device Holds discs securely during recording or STOP button playback Stops playback or recording 4.

  • Page 2: Remote Control

    Remote Control 1. DISPLAY button 17. SOURCE button Shows disc/HDD Selects input source information 18. TV(MODE) button 2. Alphabet and Number Switches to TV view or SCART buttons source view (decoder) 3. CONTENTS button 19. CH + / CH - buttons Display Contents menu Changes TV channels 4.
  • Page 3 RECORD button OPEN/CLOSE button Starts recording on current device Opens or closes the disc tray PLAY button Targa DRH-5500x 3. Disc tray Starts playback on current device Holds discs securely during recording or STOP button playback Stops playback or recording 4.
  • Page 4 Please carefully read through the enclosed documentation or online help before putting your 5. Direction ( ) and 21. TIMER button Targa product into service. If you have a problem, which can’t be solved in this way, please ENTER buttons Displays Timer Record menu contact our hotline.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Easy Guider Important Safety Instructions ......1 Warnings, Cautions and Others ..... 3 Screen Overview ........36 • Using Easy Guider: Play ......37 Table of Contents ....... • Using Easy Guider: Record ..... 38 • Using Easy Guider: Timer Record ... 39 Disc Information .........
  • Page 6 Digital Video Support MPEG-4 Videos ........... 65 • Supported Formats ........65 • Playing MPEG-4 Files ....... 65 ® DivX VOD ........... 66 • Applying for a User Account ..... 66 • Registering Your DVD Recorder ....66 • Selecting Video Files ........ 66 •...

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Before you use this device for the first time, please read the following notes in this manual and heed all warnings, even if you are familiar with handling electronic devices. Proceed exactly as described in the instructions. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

  • Page 8: Dvd Drive

    Mains separation Batteries for the Remote Control The power switch of this device does not fully disconnect the device from the mains. Furthermore, Insert the batteries with the correct polarity and never the device consumes electricity in the Standby mode. try to recharge the batteries and under no In order to completely disconnect the device from the circumstances throw them into fire.
  • Page 9 Cables Disposal of Old Devices Always hold cables by the plug and never pull on the If the product is labeled with a crossed- cable itself. Never hold the power cord with wet hands out waste bin, it is subject to the as this may cause a short circuit or electric shock.

  • Page 10: Intended Use

    Intended Use • This DVD recorder with hard disk drive is a consumer electronics device. It may only be used for private use, not industrial or other commercial purposes. • Furthermore, the device may not be used outdoors or in tropical climates. Only connection cables and external devices may be used that comply with safety standards and the electromagnetic compatibility and shielding...

  • Page 11: Warnings, Cautions And Others

    Warnings, Cautions and Others This symbol indicates that used electrical and electronic equipment requires special handling when the unit is to be discarded. Please send the unwanted unit to a waste collection/recycling center near you to help CAUTION! protect our environment. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OF THIS UNIT.

  • Page 13: Disc Information

    Disc Information Unlike traditional VCR (video casette recorder), Recording Time DVD recorder comes with a wider variety of media to choose from for either playback or recording. Please check the following sections before buying discs or recording. Type Mode Time Recordable Discs 1 hour 2 hours...

  • Page 14: Playable Discs

    The DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL Playable Discs (Double Layer) logos belong to the respective entities holding the trademarks. For best results, use discs with the above logos. Other types of discs may not be played back with the intended results on this DVD recorder. Do not use irregular-shaped Type Logo Information...

  • Page 15: Disc Finalization

    Data Disc Preparation File DVD+R Video Title (Formatting) Data File DVD+RW Video Title Data If you use blank DVD-RW discs, you need to format the DVD+R DL File (Double discs before recording. After you insert a blank DVD-RW Video Layer) disc, the disc preparation screen will appear.

  • Page 16: Connections

    Connections The following sections introduce a step-by-step process to set up this DVD recorder. When more than one setup option are listed at a specific stage, please refer to the option most suitable for your setup condition. DVD Recorder Overview Front View Power On/Standby button 8.

  • Page 17: Display Window

    Display Window 6. FILE indicator 11. DVD+R indicator 1. PLAY indicator 7. CD indicator 12. DVD+RW indicator 2. DVD indicator 8. PAUSE indicator 13. CD-R/DVD-R indicator 3. SVCD indicator 9. RECORD indicator 14. CD-RW/DVD-RW indicator 4. VCD indicator 10. TIMER RECORD mode 15.
  • Page 18 Remote Control 1. DISPLAY button 17. SOURCE button Shows disc/HDD Selects input source information 18. TV(MODE) button 2. Alphabet and Number Switches to TV view or SCART buttons source view (decoder) 3. CONTENTS button 19. CH + / CH - buttons Display Contents menu Changes TV channels 4.

  • Page 19: Connecting The Dvd Recorder

    Preparing Remote Control Remote Control Signal Open the battery compartment and insert the The remote has an operating range of batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) match approximately 7.5 M, and works best when the markings inside the remote control. pointed directly at the unit horizontally at angle up to 30°...
  • Page 20 Step 1: Connecting Antenna Cable Antenna wall connector DVD Recorder 1. Use an antenna cable to connect the RF IN jack on the DVD recorder to the antenna outlet on the wall. 2. Use an antenna cable to connect the RF OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the RF IN jack on the television.
  • Page 21 Option 1 Using HDMI Cable If your TV has an HDMI input, use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the HDMI IN jack on the television. The HDMI cable can transmit both video and audio signals at the same time. If you use an HDMI cable to connect to your TV, it is recommended that you remove all other audio/video connections (component or composite cables) between the DVD recorder and your TV to enjoy better audio/video quality.
  • Page 22 Option 2 Using Component Cable If your TV has a component video input, use a component video cable (with green, blue and red ends) to connect the COMPONENT OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the COMPONENT IN jack on the television. When using this connection, a separate audio cable must also be connected.
  • Page 23 Option 4 Using Composite Cable If your TV has a composite video input, use a composite video cable to connect the VIDEO(COMPOSITE) OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the VIDEO (COMPOSITE) IN jack on the television. SCART IN (AUX/DECODER) VIDEO Video cable AUDIO IN...
  • Page 24 Option 3 Using Composite Cable Use a composite audio/video or a composite audio cable (via the red and white ends) to connect the AUDIO OUT jack on the DVD recorder to the AUDIO IN jack on a stereo amplifi er, a receiver or a TV.
  • Page 25 Option 4 Using Digital Audio Cable 1. Using an Optical Cable Use an optical cable to connect the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack on the DVD recorder to the digital optical input on a stereo amplifi er or a receiver. 2. Using a Coaxial Cable Use a coaxial cable to connect the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack on the DVD recorder to the coaxial digital input on a stereo amplifier or a receiver.
  • Page 26 Step 4: Connecting the Decoder (If Required) For PAY-TV/CANAL+ subscribers, you will need to connect an additional decoder to your TV and DVD recorder. 1. Refer to Step 1 to connect your DVD recorder to the antenna outlet on the wall, and then to the RF IN jack on the television, if you have not established the connection.
  • Page 27 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord Connect the power cord to the DVD recorder. After all the cable connections are completed, you can now plug the power cord of the recorder into the outlet, turn the main Power switch on and start using the recorder. Main Power switch Preparing the DVD Recorder for Further Settings After completing the connection process, check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to...

  • Page 28: System Settings

    System Settings Before you start... Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g. VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that video from the DVD recorder can appear on screen. For further information, please check the instruction manual offered by your TV manufacturer.

  • Page 29: Set Tv Channels

    Set TV Channels Setup Menu Please follow the on-screen instructions to create a Use the Setup menu to edit your system setting complete channel list. If you wish to perform the preferences. Follow these steps to change the channel scanning later,select ‘Skip the Process ’, default settings.

  • Page 30: System

    Scanning TV Channels System When the ‘Scan Channel ’ function is activated,the TV channels are scanned and Option Application stored in a specific order. If your TV content Easy Setup Use the step-by-step ‘Easy Setup ’ provider changes the channel listing, or if you guide to complete basic settings.

  • Page 31: Video Input/Output

    Setting Component Video Video Input/Output Output If your TV supports ‘Progressive Scan’ mode, you Option Application can choose to set the DVD recorder’s output accordingly to enjoy better video quality. TV MODE Enable or disable the ‘TV MODE/ ‘Progressive Scan’ mode differs from the SCART Bypass’...

  • Page 32: Audio Output

    mode (‘Component-Progressive’). If you disconnect • LP (Long Play) the HDMI cable for other connections, you need to • EP (Extended Play) either change the video output setting on the Setup • SLP (Super Long Play) menu, or use compatible TV sets. Chapter Mark Select the interval to insert chapter If the HDMI resolution mode is set to ‘Auto’, the...

  • Page 33: Setting Aspect Ratio

    Setting Password If the DVD-Video disc is already preset to a default language, the playback will start 1. Enter the ‘DVD Movie’ menu via SETUP following this setting, rather than your preferred DVD Movie. option. You can later change the default setting 2.

  • Page 34: Channel Editor

    4:3 L. Box (4:3 Letter Box) Channel Editor Select this option if you connect the DVD recorder to a standard (4:3) TV, and wish to display widescreen image (16:9) in its original format. ‘Channel Editor’ offers users an easy-to-manage interface to organize your TV channel list. You can activate ‘Channel Editor’...

  • Page 35: Moving Up/Down Tv Channels

    Moving up/down TV Channels 1. Press to select a channel from the list, then press ENTER. The channel will be moved to the desired location. 4. When completed, press to select ‘Exit’ or another option to continue, then press ENTER. After you insert channel(s), numbers of other channels will change accordingly.

  • Page 36: Renaming Tv Channels

    3. To switch on or off other channels, repeat Renaming TV Channels steps 1-2. 4. When completed, press to select ‘Exit’ or another option to continue, then press 1. Press to select a channel from the list, ENTER. then press ENTER. 2.

  • Page 37: Video Plus+ Programming System

    VIDEO Plus+ Pro- gramming System The VIDEO Plus+ programming system is a specially-designed feature for recording TV programs. The system greatly simplifi es the timer recording process, as it does not require users to enter program information, such as date, channel 4.

  • Page 38: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter introduces three specially-designed interfaces, which aim to offer you a more convenient and hassle-free operation environment. Please follow the steps listed below for the applications. Before you start... Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g. VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that video from the DVD recorder can appear on screen.

  • Page 39: Previewing Files Via Contents Menu

    Previewing Files via File Structure Contents Menu In the ‘Music’ and ‘Picture’ catalogues, a ‘Default Album’ will be automatically created to accommodate media fi les which are not grouped under particular directories. For 1. Press CONTENTS to display the Contents example, if you organize your music and Menu.

  • Page 40: On-Screen Input Keypad

    On-Screen Input Keypad On-screen input keypad offers you a simple way to enter fi le names. Entering your desired characters can be easily done by pressing the and ENTER buttons on your remote control. Screen Overview Input Options: [A] uppercase letters [a] lowercase letters [Symbol] symbols Cursor...

  • Page 41: Entering New Title/File Name

    Entering New Title/File Name 1. When the keypad screen appears, the ‘Back’ button will be automatically highlighted. Press ENTER to delete the characters one by one. 2. Press to select the input option button, then press ENTER. Press ENTER repeatedly to select your desired input option.

  • Page 42: Easy Guider

    Easy Guider Graphical and intuitive, the ‘Easy Guider’ menu guides you through all the major features available, and helps you to complete basic functions in just a few steps. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to start playback, record a TV show or schedule a timer program. All functions in ‘Easy Guider’ can be conveniently selected and activated by pressing and ENTER buttons on your remote control.

  • Page 43: Using Easy Guider: Play

    Picture Using Easy Guider: Play If you have selected a picture album, proceed to press to select a fi le to start playback. 5. Press PAUSE/STEP to pause playback. If you wish to view fi les on a disc, make sure Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

  • Page 44: Using Easy Guider: Record

    9. Press PAUSE/STEP to pause playback. Using Easy Guider: Record Press PLAY to resume normal playback. Press STOP to stop playback. You may not be able to record a program from Playing Last Recorded Title TV or from another device connected to this (HDD Only) recorder, if the source material is copy- protected.

  • Page 45: Using Easy Guider: Timer Record

    4. Press to select a recording mode, then Using Easy Guider: Timer press ENTER. Record 5. If you select ‘TV’ as the signal source, press to select the TV audio mode, then press ENTER. 6. Press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER. You may not be able to record a program from Recording will start.
  • Page 46 3. Press to select the signal source, then VIDEO Plus+ System Mode press ENTER. If you select ‘TV’, press to select the 1. On the Easy Guider menu, press to select channel you want to record, then press ‘Timer Record’, then press ENTER. ENTER.

  • Page 47: Using Easy Guider: Copy

    For example, on the VIDEO Plus+ System’s TV Using Easy Guider: Copy listings, the X station is assigned with a GCN (2), while it is designated to channel 4 and 15 in region A and B, respectively. To set up the corresponding list, enter the number 4 or 15 You may only use this DVD recorder to when the ‘Preset Channel’...
  • Page 48 Disc with Video Titles 6. When completed, press to select ‘Exit’, A disc menu will appear. then press ENTER to exit the Contents Menu. Press to select the title you would like 7. Press to select ‘Exit’, then press to copy, then press ENTER. ENTER or press GUIDER to exit the Easy Press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER.

  • Page 49: Using Easy Guider: Disc Tools

    Press to select ‘Selected File’, then press Using Easy Guider: Disc ENTER, if you would like to copy only the selected file. Tools Press to select ‘Whole Album’, then press ENTER, if you would like to copy all files in the album.
  • Page 50 3. Press to select ‘Erase’, then press ENTER. 4. Press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER. The clean-up process will then start. 7. When completed, press ENTER to exit the screen. The erasing process will then start. The application will permanently delete selected 5.
  • Page 51 Finalize [Make Compatible] (Disc) 1. On the Easy Guider menu, press to select ‘Disc Tools’, then press ENTER. 2. Press to select ‘Tools for Disc; then press ENTER. 3. Press to select ‘Finalize (Make Compatible)’, then press ENTER. 4. Press to select ‘Go’, then press ENTER.

  • Page 52: Recording

    Recording DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL (double layer) & HDD (integrated) You may not be able to record a program from TV or from another device connected to this recorder, if the source material is copy-protected. Please note that you CANNOT record/copy a rented or purchased video/disc from another device (video cassette recorder, DVD player, DVD recorder, etc.) connected to this recorder.

  • Page 53: Recording From Tv

    3. Press TV (MODE) or SOURCE to select Recording from TV ‘TV’ as the signal source. By default, pressing TV (MODE) allows you to switch to TV directly. However, if you have activated the ‘SCART Bypass’ mode Before you start... earlier through Setup menu, you can only press SOURCE to switch to TV.

  • Page 54: Vcr/V8 Camcorder/Dvd Player

    Recording from External Sources VCR/V8 Camcorder/DVD Front AV Recording_02_03 Player SCART 2. Press HDD/DVD to select your target medium. If you would like to record on disc, press Before you start... OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray, and place Make sure all the cables are correctly connected from a recordable disc on the tray.
  • Page 55 5. Press PAUSE/STEP to pause recording. Before you start... DV will continue playing back the footage. 6. Press STOP to stop recording. Check whether the DV is correctly connected to the inputs of this recorder. DV will stop playing back the footage. Recording without ‘Rec Link’...

  • Page 56: Recording Options

    Recording Options One-Touch Recording Playing Last Recorded Title (HDD) 1. When all recording settings are confirmed, press RECORD twice to instantly start a 1. Press HDD/DVD to switch to HDD. 30-minute recording session. 2. Press PLAY. 2. For longer recording hours, press RECORD 3.
  • Page 57 3. Press to select ‘Chapter Mark’, then press ENTER. 4. Press to select your desired interval, then press ENTER. 5. When completed, press to return to the main menu. 6. Press or SETUP to completely exit the Setup menu. New chapter division setting will take effect on future recordings;...

  • Page 58: Timer Recording

    Timer Recording DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL (double layer) & HDD (integrated) You may not be able to record a program from TV or from another device connected to this recorder, if the source material is copy-protected. This DVD recorder adopts the DVD+VR recording format, which enjoys a relatively greater compatibility. However, it is still likely that recordings made with this recorder may not be able to be played back on other DVD recorders or DVD players.

  • Page 59: Timer Record Menu

    Timer Record Menu Info Screen 1 Remaining time (available space) (*white bar represents space available at current recording mode) Preset recording mode Disc System date 33h25m- System time Error Page index message Indicates the timer program was successfully activated Indicates the timer program Delete icon was not...

  • Page 60: Setting Timer Program

    Setting Timer Program 9. If you select ‘TV’ as the signal source, press Date/Time Mode ENTER and to select the TV audio mode, then press ENTER. 1. Press TIMER to display the Timer Record menu. 10. Press ENTER and to switch on or off the PDC function, then press ENTER.

  • Page 61: Video Plus+ Mode

    As the channel number of a TV station may VIDEO Plus+ Mode vary depending on where you live, you need to set up a matching list in order to use the VIDEO Plus+ system to schedule a timer program. There are two ways to schedule timer programs For example, on the VIDEO Plus+ System’s using the VIDEO Plus+ system.
  • Page 62 will check whether the start time of your preset program has been rescheduled, and begin recording at the most updated time accordingly. You can assign a maximum of 20 PDC settings. Please note that the PDC signal can only be monitored when DVD recorder is in standby mode.

  • Page 63: Time Shift

    Time Shift Please note that if the source materials you are viewing are copy-protected, you will not be able to make use of the ‘Time Shift’ function. Before you start... Check whether you have switched your TV’s input source to corresponding option (e.g. VIDEO 1, LINE 2, etc.), so that signal from the DVD recorder can appear on screen.

  • Page 64: Playback

    Playback Please note that it is likely you may not be able to play back discs which contain contents recorded in other DVD recorders. This DVD recorder can only play DVD-Video discs marked with the same region code as printed on its rear panel.

  • Page 65: Playback Options

    Playback Options Repeat Use the ‘Repeat’ function to set your playback preference. 1. Press ENTER repeatedly to choose a repeat mode. 2. To resume the normal image size, press to select ‘100%’, then press Type Repeat Mode ENTER. DVD-Video Repeat One 3.

  • Page 66: Slow Motion

    Slow Motion 1. Press to select from the options, then press ENTER. 1/2x (forward) 1/4x (forward) ... 1/2x (backward) ... 1/4x (backward) 2. Press PLAY to resume normal playback. The bar for entering time will appear. If during the process you would like to revise Search the number you enter, press to re-edit the...
  • Page 67 Angle The ‘Cancel’ function is only available when both point A and point B are set. Some pre-recorded DVD discs contains scenes The ‘A-B Repeat’ setting will be canceled when shot from different camera angles. You can choose you bring the program to a marked stop or a full to view these camera angles during playback.

  • Page 68: Playback (Disc)

    Programmed Playback Playback (Disc) 1. Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray. 2. Carefully place the disc on the tray with the label side facing up, then press OPEN/ DVD-Video/VCD/SVCD CLOSE. 3. If playback does not start automatically, press PLAY to begin playback. 1.

  • Page 69: Picture With Music

    Video Music Press STOP to stop playback. Press PLAY to resume playback. Picture Press to skip to the previous or next picture. Press repeatedly to rotate the picture clockwise, or press repeatedly to rotate the picture counterclockwise. Press to select a video title, then press ENTER.

  • Page 70: Playback (Hdd)

    7. Press to select a picture, then press Playback (HDD) ENTER. Playback will then start. 8. Press CONTENTS to display the Contents To play back files stored on the built-in hard drive, Menu. follow the steps below. 9. Press to select ‘Music’, then press 1.

  • Page 71: Digital Video Support

    Digital Video Support It is illegal to download and use unauthorized copyrighted materials. Make sure you obtain the permission or authorization from copyright owners and related third-parties before you start using or watching the videos or files. If you fail to do so, you may be subject to fi nes and/or penalties. Before you start...

  • Page 72: Divx Vod

    ® DivX DivX ® VOD (video-on-demand) allows you to download video files to your PC, which you can watch on your computer or on your TV. To protect copyrights of these digital videos, the service features an Internet-based copyright protection system called DRM (digital rights management).

  • Page 73: Playing Video Files

    Playing Video Files Navigation Menu 1. Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray. Press NAVI to display additional viewing options during playback. For more information, please see 2. Carefully place the disc on the tray with the ‘Navigation Menu’ (p.58). label side facing up, then press OPEN/ CLOSE.

  • Page 74: Editing

    Editing Media files (e.g. video titles, music files, picture files) saved on the hard drive and the video titles saved on the discs can be edited. Available editing options may vary depending on media types. Type Available Options • Rename •...

  • Page 75: Edit Menu

    Edit Menu Screen Overview Screen window Displays image of current Title Editing Options video source (*unavailable items shown in gray) Indicates available option buttons on remote Thumbnail image Chapter Editing Options Displays (*unavailable items original chapter shown in gray) markings of the title Time indicator Displays current...

  • Page 76: Editing Titles

    Editing Titles Application DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW Rename Title Protect Title Overwrite Title Split Title Merge Title Erase Title Set Title Thumbnail : Applicable : Not applicable 5. When completed, press to select Rename Title ‘Finish’, then press ENTER. If the entry bar is left blank, you will not be able 1.

  • Page 77: Overwrite Title

    • Space When you set the ‘Overwrite’ function to a title, the next title will be immediately ‘protected’ in case of accidental erasure. If the new video is longer than the overwritten title, or you use a recording mode of higher quality, the video may not be recorded completely.

  • Page 78: Merge Titles

    2. To erase more titles, repeat steps 1 to 2. Or Merge Titles press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting. Use this function to merge two titles into one, such 3. After you complete the process, a deleted title as two sections of programs before and after the will be shown when you return to the disc commercials.

  • Page 79: Editing Titles

    Editing Titles Application DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW Insert Chapter Mark Remove Chapter Mark Hide Chapter Show Chapter A-B Erase : Applicable : Not applicable You CANNOT insert chapter marks in recorded Insert Chapter Mark title(s) on a DVD+R or DVD-R disc if the disc is finalized.

  • Page 80: Show Chapter

    3. Press PREVIOUS or NEXT to advance to the previous or next chapter. 4. As the playback progresses, press ENTER at desired point to hide a chapter. 5. To hide more chapters within the title, repeat steps 3 to 4. Or press to select ‘Exit’, then press ENTER to exit the setting.

  • Page 81: Copying

    Copying DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL (double layer) & HDD (integrated) You may only use this DVD recorder to reproduce or copy materials for which you own the copyright; or have obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner; or you otherwise have a legal right to reproduce or copy.

  • Page 82: One-Touch Copying

    One-Touch Copying The one-touch copying feature allows you to copy Press to select desired application, then files from a DVD disc to hard drive and vice press ENTER. versa. The DVD recorder will copy at the 7. When completed, press CONTENTS to exit maximum speed possible.

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you experience any problem while using the DVD recorder, please consult the following troubleshooting guide first, as it may offer immediate solution to the condition occurred Picture Problem Possible Solutions No image shown on the TV screen Make sure the video cable (composite, component, SCART, S-Video, HDMI, etc.) between TV and securely connected.
  • Page 84 Timer Recording Problem Possible Solutions Timer recording does not work Check whether the system time/date is correct. properly Check whether the timer program is set to correct time and channel. Check whether you have inserted a recordable disc. Recording result is not completed Check whether there is a schedule overlap.
  • Page 85 The recorder starts playing a If you have selected DVD as the target device, playback will begin disc automatically automatically when you insert a DVD-Video disc, VCD, SVCD or audio CD. TV Channels Problem Possible Solutions Cannot change TV channels Press SOURCE to switch the DVD recorder’s input source to ‘TV’.

  • Page 86: Specifications

    Specifications General Recording Power Supply • AC 100~240V 50/60Hz Recordable Media Power Consumption • Approx. 50W (operation), • Built-in HDD <3.5W (standby) • DVD-R/-RW Operating Temperature • +5°C to +40°C • DVD+R/+RW (+36°F to +104°F) • DVD+R Double Layer Operating Humidity •...

  • Page 87: Glossary

    Glossary 480i/480p (576i/576p) ® (Digital Theater Systems) Indicates the number of scanning lines and scanning ® is a Digital Surround audio encoding format format of an image signal. configured with six (5.1) channels, similar to Dolby ® ® 480i/576i indicates 480/576 scanning lines with Digital .
  • Page 88 NTSC (National Television System Committee) This is the committee that established the standards for television systems in the United States. The NTSC standard broadcasts 525 or 480 lines of resolution per second, and 30 frames per second of refresh rate, 60 Hz field frequency.

  • Page 89: Recommended Disc List

    Recommended Disc List DVD+R Manufacturer Disc ID Write Manufacturer Disc ID Write Speed Speed 2.4x Mitsubishi MCC 002 NANYA NANYA FLX 2.4x RICOH RICOHJPN R01 DAXON DAXON AZ3 2.4x CMC MAG F01 INTERAXIA AG VDSPMSAB 004 2.4x MAXELL MAXELL 001 DVSN Dvsn +160001 2.4x...
  • Page 90 DVD-R DVD-RW Brand Disc ID Write Brand Disc ID Write Speed Speed Ritek RITEK G03 Mitsubishi MCC 01 RW11N9 RITEK RITEK G04 JVC_Vi ctorW7 PRODISC PRODIS CS03 CMC W02 Mitsubishi RITEK RITEK W01 MCC 01 RG20 SONY SONY04 D1 TDK502 sakuM3 CMC MAG AF1 PRODISC PRODISC DW04...
  • Page 91 Thank you for purchasing a TARGA product. Please carefully read through the enclosed documentation or online help before putting your Targa product into service. If you have a problem, which can t be solved in this way, please contact our hotline.
  • Page 92 Thank you for purchasing a TARGA product. Please carefully read through the enclosed documentation or online help before putting your Targa product into service. If you have a problem, which can t be solved in this way, please contact our hotline.
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