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Philips DVDR3460 DVD Player/Recorder

1. gt The disc menu appears Use 4 PAY keys to select a title and press lIl to start playback OTo stop playback press STOP W Playing a DivX disc This recorder supports the playback of DivX movies which you have copied from your computer onto a CD R RW DVD R RW Insert a DivX disc Press PII to start playback During playback you can f multilingual subtitles are embedded on the DivX disc you can press SUBTITLE to change the subtitle language while playing OTo stop playback press STOP W Note To select another character set for the subtitle file see the chapter Playback settings DivX Subtitle Font Helpful Hints Subtitle files with the following filename extensions srt smi sub sami are supported It is normal to experience an occasional pixelation during DivX playback due to poor clarity of digital contents during internet downloading TIPS Some discs cannot be played on this recorder due to the configuration and characteristics of the disc or due to the condition of recording and authoring software 28 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 28 2007 08 27 1 04 34 PM Playing an MP3 disc This recorder can playback most of the MP3 audio files and JPEG picture files recorded on a recordable disc or commercial CD Insert an MP3 CD gt The disc content menu appears gt It may require a longer time for the recorder to display the disc content menu on the
2. Screen Saver The screen saver prevents damage to the TV screen by avoiding exposure to a static image for too long On Switch to TV screen saver mode when playback has been stopped or paused for more than I5 minutes Off Turn off the screen saver function Restore Default Restore all the settings of this recorder except for the password parental level setting and timer programming 1 Press OK to confirm the default restore 2 A warning message will appear Select OK in the menu to proceed or Cancel to abort then press OK to confirm 47 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 47 2007 08 27 1 04 37 PM Software Upgrade Installing the latest software The software installed in your recorder is continuously being refined 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 website at www philips com welcome to check for the availability of the latest software upgrade Note When checking for the latest software upgrade please also check for any accompanying instructions on installing the software 48 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 48 2007 08 27 1 04 37 PM Troubleshooting WARNING Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself as this will invalidate the warranty Do not op
3. Step 2 Optional Connections continued S Back of a VCR Example only F CABLE CPE Pr Cr Pb Ch Y COMPONENT 4 odo Use the audio video cables to connect Connecting to a VCR or the VIDEO AUDIO INPUT red other similar device white yellow on the recorder to the matching VIDEO AUDIO output jacks on This connection enables you to record the VCR from video tape to a DYDR RW and allows the VCR to be used for playback Use the audio video cables to connect the VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT red IMPORTANT white yellow on the recorder to the Your new recorder can replace the matching VIDEO AUDIO input jacks on VCR for all your recording needs the TV Just unplug all the connections to your VCR Helpful Hints wa Most commercial video cassettes and Connect the Antenna Cable TV signal to DVDs are copy protected and therefore the ANTENNA IN jack on the cannot be recorded recorder Connect the recorder directly to the TV 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 the recorder Use an RF antenna cable to connect the TV OUT jack on the recorder to the antenna input jack on your TV VHF UHF RF IN TIPS Before making or changing any connections make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet 16 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la ind
4. 32 PM Step 2 Optional Connections continued VIDEO ouT Option Option Connecting a camcorder to oa 2M he he VIDEO In the front jacks Use the VIDEO connection if your camcorder has only a single video output Composite Video CVBS You can use the front jacks to copy camcorder recordings These jacks are located behind the flap on the right and provides convenient connections for a camcorder Connect the VIDEO CAM jack on the front panel of the recorder to the corresponding S VHS or Video output Option Using the DV IN jack jack on the camcorder Use this connection if you have a Digital Use an audio cable red white ends to Video or Digital 8 camcorder The DV connect the AUDIO LIR jacks on the jack conforms to the i LINK standard front panel of the recorder to the audio output jacks on the camcorder Use an i LINK 4 pin cable not supplied to connect the DV IN jack on the Before you start operating press recorder to the appropriate DV OUT SOURCE on the remote control jack on the camcorder repeatedly to select CAM as the input channel Before you start operating press SOURCE on the remote control repeatedly to select DV as the input channel Helpful Hints The DV IN jack 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 jack on your
5. Asked Questions Specifications sscccsccessseessseesseees Display panel symbols messages LE EET A T T a a E E 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 5 2007 08 27 1 04 30 PM Care and Safety Information CAUTION High voltage Do not open the device You run the risk of getting an electric shock The machine does not contain any user serviceable parts Please leave all maintenance work to qualified personnel Setup precautions Finding a suitable location Place the set on a flat hard and stable surface Do not place the set on a carpet Do not position the set on top of other equipment that might heat it up e g receiver or amplifier Do not put anything above or under the set e g CDs magazines Install this unit near the AC outlet and where the AC power plug can be reached easily Space for ventilation Place the apparatus in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat build up Allow at least 10 cm 4 clearance from the rear and the top of the set and 5 cm 2 from the left and right to prevent overheating Avoid high temperature moisture water and dust Apparatus must not be exposed to dripping or splashing Do not place any object or items that can damage the apparatus e g liquid filled objects lighted candles 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 6 Cleaning discs S
6. Playback Features continued Repeat play The repeat play options vary depending on the disc type During playback press REPEAT I ALL to select one of the repeat options gt Repeat chapter DVD DVD R RW gt Repeat track title CD VCD DVD DVD R RW gt Repeat all CD VCD DVD DVD R RW To cancel repeat playback press REPEAT I ALL repeatedly to select Off or press STOP W Repeating a specific segment A B You can repeat the playback of a specific segment within a title chapter track To do this you must mark the start and end of the segment you want 1 During playback press REPEAT A B at the point where you want the repeat playback to begin Press REPEAT A B again at the point where you want to end the repeat playback gt Playback skips to the start of the marked segment The segment is repeated until the repeat mode is cancelled To cancel repeat playback press REPEAT A B once again Changing subtitle language This operation works only on DVDs with multiple subtitle languages You can change the language you want while playing DVD During disc playback press SUBTITLE repeatedly to toggle through the language options on the disc gt If the language selected is not available on the disc the disc s default setting language will be used instead Helpful Hint Some DVDs discs allow subtitle language changes only via the DVD disc menu T
7. Recording and Playback DVD discs and players are DVDRW DVD DVD designed with regional restrictions Rewritable can be Before playing a disc make sure the recorded on over DVORE WtaNIe disc is for the same region as your and over again player Do not push on the disc tray or DVD R DVD RW DVD put any objects other than discs on Recordable can be the disc tray It may cause the disc recorded only once DVOR player to malfunction DVDR DL DVDR Double Layer RW Starting disc playback can be recorded on only once Press STANDBY ON to switch on the recorder Playback only Press OPEN CLOSE 4 DVD Video Digital Versatile gt The disc tray opens Disc 22 on Carefully place the disc into the tray with CD RW CD Rewritable once the label facing up then press Audio MP3 JPEG contents OPEN CLOSE 4 ReWrtabie gt Make sure the disc label is facing up CD R CD Recordable once For double sided discs load the side as Audio MP3 JPEG contents indicated on the label O Turn on the TV to the correct viewing Audio cD Compact Disc iielra channel for the recorder Digital Audio ZAC Playback may start automatically MP3 Disc OR In Tuner mode press DISC MENU or Video CD chic lIl to show the disc content Select a Formats 1 1 2 0 SETS track title to play and press PAI Super Video CD COMPACT For more playback features see the al chapter Additio
8. Recording at 30 60 or 90 minutes interval 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 11 2007 08 27 1 04 31 PM Step I Basic Recorder Connections tC CABLE SATELLITE ANTENNA Pr Cr Pb Cb Y COMPONENT ooo S VIDEO AUDIO IN m O VIDEO IN KO Connect the existing Antenna Cable TV Connecting the antenna signal or from the Cable Box Satellite cables Receiver RF OUT or TO TV to the SSE ANTENNA IN amp jack on the These connections enable you to watch recorder and record TV programs using the Use an RF antenna cable to connect recorder If the antenna signal is TV OUT jack on the recorder to connected ee VCR Cable Box or the antenna input jack on your TV VHF Satellite Receiver ensure that these UHF RF IN devices are turned on in order to watch or record the cable programs Helpful Hint Depending on how you have currently connected your TV channel directly from an off air antenna or Cable box or VCR you will have to disconnect some of the cables before you make the above connection If you want to connect to a VCR and or Cable Box Satellite Receiver see the chapter Step 2 Optional Connections for the complete connections to your TV TIPS Before making or changing any connections make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet 12 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 12 2007 08 27 1 04 31 PM Step I Basic Recorder Connections continued
9. TV due to the large number of songs pictures compiled into one disc Use AY keys to navigate within the menu and press OK to access the folder album Data Disc 0002 0006 O 0 00 00 0 00 00 Folder Mode Folder J 02intotrap mp3 4 O3aboutjane mp3 J 04love mp3 x EII Switch Mode Play B o To switch between folders or files menu display press REC MODE To move up to the previous level press BACK se eys to select a track file an Use AY key l k file and press II to start playback If the MP3 file contains of ID3 tag pressing DISPLAY will show the ID3 information To stop playback press STOP W Playback continued Helpful Hints Only the first session of a multi session CD will playback This recorder does not support MP3PRO audio format If any special characters are present in the MP3 track name ID3 or album name it might not be displayed correctly on the screen because this recorder does not support the characters TIPS Some discs cannot be played on this recorder due to the configuration and characteristics of the disc or due to the condition of recording and authoring software 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 29 29 2007 08 27 1 04 34 PM Playback continued Playing a picture disc slide show You can display JPEG pictures in the selected roll automatically one after the other Insert a JPEG picture disc CD CD R RW DVD R RW gt The disc
10. The status of the disc recordable and unrecordable Space The used space and total space Remainder Shows the remaining space using a bar graphic 4l 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 41 2007 08 27 1 04 36 PM System Menu Options continued Playback settings underlined options are the factory default settings Audio Language Select the preferred audio language for DVD playback Subtitle Language Select the preferred subtitle language for DVD playback Notes Ifthe selected audio subtitle language is not available on the disc the disc s default setting language will be used instead For some DVDs the subtitle audio language can only be changed via the DVD disc menu Set the aspect ratio of the recorder according to the TV type you have connected 4 3 PS Select this for a full height picture with both side trimmed 4 3 LB Select this for a wide screen display with black bands on the upper and lower portions of the TV screen 16 9 Select this for wide screen TV frame ratio 16 9 Resume With this feature you can resume last played disc playback from its last stopped point On Turn on the resume mode The recorder will auto resume playback of the disc from its last stopped position Off The disc will always start from the beginning when you load a disc or start playback Note To cancel the resume option press the OPEN CLOSE key on the
11. a fast search press and hold Ke PPI keys To locate a specific frame during playback press II to pause the playback then press lt or repeatedly With Divide highlighted press OK to set the dividing point With OK highlighted press OK start divide gt Once complete a new title will be shown at the disc menu index screen 36 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 36 Erase part of a title DVD RW only This option allows you to erase unwanted scenes from the recording e g commercial scene To do it you have to set the beginning point A and end point B of the scenes to erase Press DISC MENU Use AV 4P keys to select the preferred title and press OK gt The editing menu appears Use AV keys to select Edit and press OK Highlight A B Erase and press OK gt The title screen will be in pause mode by default Disc Menu A A B Erase Title 1 Play Back Set Point B OK EB Confirm Press PII to start playback To make a fast search press and hold Hea PPI keys To locate a specific frame during playback press II to pause the playback then press lt or repeatedly With Set Point A highlighted press OK to set the beginning point With Set Point B highlighted press OK to set the end point With OK highlighted press OK to start A B erase Helpful Hint To recover the deleted scenes select Undo Era
12. broadcasts and sound recordings may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence This equipment should not be used for such purposes N 2007 08 27 1 04 31 PM Remote Control ao OURCE OPEN CLOSE 88660 PLAY PAUSE SYSTEM REC MODE REPEATA B REPEAT 1 ALL AUDIO ZOOM y SUBTITLE KY PHILIPS DVD RECORDER OO Turns on the recorder or switches to standby mode OPEN CLOSE 4 Opens closes the disc tray 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 8 DISPLAY Displays removes the on screen display PREV FRV I lt NEXT FFWD PPI Skips to previous or next chapter track Press and hold to make a fast forward fast reverse search RECORD Starts recording the current TV channel or the current video input source Press repeatedly to set up a One Touch Recording at 30 60 or 90 minutes interval PLAY PAUSE Pll Starts pauses playback Pauses a recording SYSTEM MENU Enters exits the system setup menu lt gt Cursor keys for moving to the left right AY Cursor keys for moving up down or changing the recorder s TV tuner channel OK Confirms an entry or selection CLEAR Clears the title name entry while in title editing mode D SUBTITLE Selects a DVD subtitle language ZOOM Enlarges a picture on the TV screen during playback 2007 08 27 1 04 31 PM SOURCE Selects the recorder s
13. confirmation message will appear Select OK in the menu to proceed or Cancel to abort then press OK to confirm Note If the current disc is locked the option in the menu will change to Unlock Make Compatible The edited DYVD RW may still display the original titles or hidden scenes when played back on other DVD players This function allows you to make the edited DVD RW compatible with other players 1 Press OK to select 2 A confirmation message will appear Select OK in the menu to proceed or Cancel to abort then press OK to confirm Note If the option is not available for selection it means that the disc is already compatible 40 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 40 2007 08 27 1 04 36 PM System Menu Options continued Disc settings continued Disc Label Change the name of the disc 1 Press OK to enter the disc label menu 2 Use lt gt A Y keys to highlight a character number symbol in the keyboard menu and press OK to select 3 Once complete move to Finish in the menu and press OK Note The maximum input is up to 64 characters Disc Info Select this and press OK to view the current disc information To exit the menu press BACK jo label Label The name of the disc Media Title No The total number of titles in the disc In Recordable Empty eas a general the maximum title number is 99 8 4418MB Media Disc type f Status
14. content menu appears Use AY keys to navigate within the menu and press OK to access the folder album dataDdisc 0002 0006 E 0 00 00 0 00 00 Folder Mode Folder 2160 x 1728 review ml AUCKLANDJPG BALLOON JPG EN BASE JPG Whe N BEACHIPG N PS z Gal Switch Mode Play D To move up to the previous level press BACK Use AY keys to select a track file and press P lll to start slideshow playback O During playback you can access to various settings CD Hep index TD Zoom dea Press TIMER to enter or exit the help menu It lists the functions of the keys on the remote control Press STOP W to display 16 thumbnail pictures in one screen Use k PI keys to move to the previous next page Press ZOOM to enter or exit zoom mode While in zoom mode use Ke lt PP keys to change the zoom factor and use lt gt AY keys to pan through the zoomed picture Use 4 PAY keys to rotate the picture Use kt BPI keys to view the previous next file Press REC MODE repeatedly to select a refresh mode for slideshow playback Press BACK or DISC MENU to return to the main menu To stop playback press STOP W If the disc contains of MP3 music and JPEG picture files you can start a musical slide show playback Select an MP3 file and press OK to start playback Then select a picture file in the menu and press OK to start slideshow playback Supported J
15. digit keys Soares 2 Enter the new four digit pin code 3 Enter the same four digit pin code again This PBC Play Back Control allows you to play the Super Video CDs interactively following the menu on screen On Turn on PBC control Off Turn off PBC control 43 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 43 2007 08 27 1 04 36 PM System Menu Options continued Playback settings continued DivX Subtitle Font Select the font type that supports the recorded DivX subtitle Standard Display a standard list of Roman subtitle fonts provided by this recorder Central Eur Display Central European fonts Cyrillic Display Cyrillic fonts DivX R VOD DRM Select to view the DivX VOD Video On Demand registration code that allows you to rent or purchase videos using DivXx VOD services For more information visit www divx com vod Press OK to display the registration code Press BACK to return to the previous menu Use the registration code to purchase or rent videos from DivX VOD service at www divx com vod Follow the instructions and copy the video from your computer onto a 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 44 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 44 2007 08 27 1 04 36 PM System Menu Options continued Progressive scan delivers a higher picture quality than
16. from the same side of the disc so recording can occur completely uninterrupted Supported disc types and media speeds Disc Media speeds DVD R Ix 16x DVD RW 2 4 x 4x DVD R Ix 16x DVD RW 2x 4x DVD R DL 2 4x 8x DVD R DL 4x IMPORTANT Unrecordable pictures Television programs films video tapes discs and other materials may be copy protected and therefore cannot be recorded on this recorder Recording settings The default recording settings allow you to set the recording quality default recording language set auto chapter markers and enable the overwrite function 1 Press SYSTEM MENU on the remote control gt The system menu appears on the TV Use AY keys to select Recording and press to access its options DVD Recorder Tuner Recording Quality SP 2HR Disc J Recording Language Language Playback Auto Chapter Marking On Overwrite off Video Audio System B Confirm Back SEB Exit Use AY keys to select the setting you wish to change and press OK to confirm gt Instructions and explanations of the options are provided in the following pages O To exit press SYSTEM MENU 22 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 22 2007 08 27 1 04 32 PM Recording continued Recording settings underlined options are the factory default settings Recording Quality The recording mode defines the picture quality of the DVD recordings and the maximum recor
17. input source Tuner CAM EXT1 EXT2 or DV Numeric keypad Selects a chapter track number to play Selects the recorder s preset TV tuner channel TIMER Enters exits the timer recording menu STOP E Stops playback recording DISC MENU Access DVD disc menu Access VCD disc menu when PBC is turned on BACK Returns to the previous menu of a video CD VCD or some DVDs REC MODE Toggles between recording modes HQ SP LP EP or SLP This determines the quality of the recording and the amount length of time you can record on a DVD R 4RW AUDIO Selects an audio language channel REPEAT A B Repeats a specific section on a disc REPEAT I ALL Toggles between repeat playback modes of one track title or all tracks titles 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 9 Remote Control continued fa SOURCE OPEN CLOSE e OD PREV FRV NEXT FFWD 5 PLAY PAUSE cD 90 S k 7 CLEAR A WA N ose N ssm RE j MENU VOGO O PHILIPS DVD RECORDER 2007 08 27 1 04 31 PM Remote Control continued a eee CAUTION Using the remote control Remove batteries if they are exhausted or if the remote control is not to be used for a long time Do not mix batteries old and new or carbon and alkaline etc Batteries contain chemical substances so they should be disposed of properly Open the battery compartment
18. list in the menu and press OK to access the timer entry field Use AY keys to change the value of each setting and use 4 gt keys to move within the entry field You may also use the numeric keypad on the remote control to key in the setting value TIPS Ensure that there is enough space on the DVD R RW before recording Before you playback the DVDR on another player finalize the disc See chapter Disc settings Finalize 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 25 25 2007 08 27 1 04 33 PM Recording continued Date Date for recording day month Start Start time of recording hours minutes End End time of recording hours minutes Source Select the TV channel or the correct input source EXT2 EXTI or CAM which you have used to connect the external device Quality Select the mode of recording See the chapter Recording settings Recording Quality for more information Repeat Select the desired repeat recording setting None Daily Weekly Mon Fri Monday to Friday or Weekend Saturday and Sunday Once complete press OK Press TIMER to exit the menu O Insert a recordable DVD into the DVD recorder Press STANDBY ON to turn off the recorder to standby mode Helpful Hint Set the timer recording one minute ahead of the program s start time This helps ensure the entire program is recor
19. multi channel audio signals to two channels which delivers sound from only the two front speakers Digital Output This setting is only required if you are using the recorder s coaxial jack to connect other audio video device PCM Select this if the connected device is not capable of decoding multi channel audio The system will convert the Dolby Digital and MPEG 2 multi channel signals to PCM Pulse Code Modulation Automatic The audio signals will be output according to the audio stream on disc Night Mode This mode optimizes playback of sound at low volume High volume outputs will be softened and low volume outputs are brought upward to an audible level On Turn on night mode Off Turn off night mode feature Selects this to enjoy surround sound with its full dynamic range 46 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 46 2007 08 27 1 04 36 PM System Menu Options continued System settings underlined options are the factory default settings Menu Language Select the menu language for this recorder on screen display Clock Setting Set the date and time Use AW keys or the numeric keypad 0 9 to change the number Use lt P keys to select the entry field Press OK to confirm Clock Mode Set the clock format Use A W keys to select the preferred option then press OK to confirm 12Hour Select this to display 12 hour time format 24Hour Select this to display 24 hour time format
20. remote control 42 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 42 2007 08 27 1 04 36 PM System Menu Options continued Playback settings continued Parental Control Some DVDs may have a parental level assigned to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the disc This feature lets you set a playback limitation level Rating explanations Kid Safe 2 G Childsafe acceptable for viewers of all ages 3 PG Parental Guidance suggested 4 PGI3 Unsuitable for children under age 13 5 PG R 6 R Restricted recommended that parents restrict children under 17 from viewing or allow to view only when supervized by a parent or adult guardian 7 NC 17 No children under age 17 viewing not recommended for children under age 17 8 Adult Mature material should be viewed only by adults due to graphic sexual material violence or language 1 Press OK to access this menu and 2 Use AY keys to select one of the options and press OK 3 Use the numeric keypad 0 9 to enter your four digit pin code and press OK When doing this for the first time enter the default password 1234 Change the password for parental control aes Use the numeric keypad 0 9 to enter your four digit pin code Hogg and press OK New Password oon ao 1 Enter your existing four digit password When doing this for Beg the first time enter the default password 1234 Enter the password with the
21. ANTENNA IN Option Option 2 ne Option 3 Using a Component Connecting the video cable Y Pb Pr cable This connection enables you to view the Use the component video cable red disc playback from the recorder You only blue green not supplied to connect the need to choose one of the options below Y Ps Pr OUTPUT jacks on the to make your video connection recorder to the corresponding component video input jacks or labeled Note Audio connection is required in as Y Pb Cb Pr Cr or YUV on the TV order to hear the sound see the next section Connecting the audio cables If your TV accepts Progressive Scan signal see the chapter System Menu Option Using a Composite Options Video Settings Progressive video CVBS cable Scan for detailed Progressive Scan set up Use a composite video cable yellow plug to connect the CVBS OUT jack IMPORTANT on the recorder to the video input jack or labelled as A V In Video In Composite or Baseband on the TV The progressive scan video quality is only available through a Y Ps Pr connection and a progressive TV is required It is strongly advised to Option 2 Using an S Video cable complete the recorder installation Use an S video cable not supplied to first before enabling the progressive connect the S VIDEO Y C scan feature OUTPUT jack on the recorder to the S Video input jack or labeled as Y C or S VHS on the T
22. DVD Player Recorder DVDR3460 User Manual 4 HHRH 56 dE inlA 108 Thank you for choosing Philips Need help fast Read your Quick Use Start Guide and or User Manual first for quick tips that make using your Philips product more enjoyable If you have read your instructions and still need assistance you may access our online help at www philips com welcome PHILIPS Qw Dual Media 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 1 PHILIPS 2007 08 27 1 04 28 PM Laser safety This unit employs a laser Due to possible eye injury only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE NOTE PICTURES SHOWN MAYBE DIFFERENT BETWEEN COUNTRIES The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on apparatus CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation LASER Type Semiconductor laser InGaAIP DVD AlGaAs CD Wave length 658 nm DVD 784 nm CD Output Power 30 mW DVD RW write 1 0 mW DVD read 0 4 mW CD read 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 2 Due to the inconsistency of disc formats provided by various disc man
23. Frequently Asked Questions What kind of disc should I use for recording You can record on both DVDR and DVD RW discs They are compatible with DVD Video players and DVD ROM drives in computers What is the capacity of a DWDtR ERW 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 DVDiRW DVDER is recordable and DVDRW is rewritable With a DVDR 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 What are Titles and Chapters A DVD disc contains Titles and Chapters which ar
24. Insert two batteries of type R03 or AAA following the indications inside the compartment Close the cover O Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor iR on the front panel and select the desired function 10 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 10 2007 08 27 1 04 31 PM Main Unit PHILIPS os b STANDBYON STANDBY ON Jacks behind the flap Turns on the recorder or switch to Flip down the door on the right hand standby mode corner Disc tra VIDEO OPEN CLOSE 4 Video input for camcorders or video Opens closes the disc tray recorders Press SOURCE on the remote control System display panel to select CAM in order to view the Shows information about the current input source status of the recorder L R AUDIO HE PREV BPI NEXT Audio input for camcorders or video Go to the previous next chapter or track recorders Press and hold to make a forward reverse search DV IN gt PLAY Input for digital camcorders or other suitable devices using this connector Press SOURCE on the remote control to select DV in order to view the input E STOP source Stops playback recording Starts pauses playback Pauses a recording RECORD Starts recording the current TV channel or the current video input source Press repeatedly to set up a One Touch
25. PEG picture formats File format The file extension has to be JPG JPE or JPEG This recorder can only display digital camera pictures according to the JPEG EXIF format typically used by almost all digital cameras It cannot display Motion JPEG or pictures in formats other than JPEG or sound clips associated with pictures Helpful Hints Discs created by personal computer may not be able to play on this recorder due to difference in recording techniques Compatibility with recordable format is not guaranteed It may require longer time for the recorder to display the disc content on the TV due to the large number of songs pictures compiled into one disc If the JPEG picture is not recorded with an exif type file the actual thumbnail picture will not be shown on the display TIPS Some discs cannot be played on this recorder due to the configuration and characteristics of the disc or due to the condition of recording and authoring software 30 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 30 2007 08 27 1 04 34 PM Additional Playback Features DISC MENU 2S ACNE REPEAT A B REPEAT 1 ALL amp SUBTITLE AUDIO ZOOM PHILIPS Changing to another title chapter track When a disc contains more than one chapter or track you can change to a different track title or chapter as follows During playback Press PI to go to the next chapter track Press K lt
26. This unit will only play discs that have compatible region codes You can find the region code of your unit by looking on the product label Some discs are compatible with more than one region or ALL regions S Video Produces a clear picture by sending separate signals for the luminance and the colour You can use S Video only if your TV has an S Video In jack Surround A system for creating realistic three dimensional sound fields full of realism by arranging multiple speakers around the listener Title The longest section of a movie or music feature on DVD Each title is assigned a title number enabling you to locate the title you want VIDEO OUT jack Yellow jack that sends the DVD picture video to a TV 55 2007 08 27 1 04 37 PM
27. Use AW keys to increase decrease the frequency by 0 06 0 07 MHZ Standard Use AY keys to select a TV system standard that produces the least distortion of picture and sound Auto Scan This option contains all the initial setup required for this recorder before you can use it to watch or record your favourite TV program Press OK on the remote control to start automatic installation of TV channels This process may take several minutes 39 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 39 2007 08 27 1 04 36 PM System Menu Options continued Disc settings Format Formatting is required for certain DVD VR or DVDRW disc before it can be used for recording on this recorder 1 Press OK to select 2 A confirmation message will appear Select OK in the menu to proceed or Cancel to abort then press OK to confirm Note Once the disc has been formatted all the contents in the disc will be lost Finalize Finalizing the recorded DVDR to enable playback on another DVD player 1 Press OK to select 2 A confirmation message will appear Select OK in the menu to proceed or Cancel to abort then press OK to confirm Note Once the DVD R has been finalized no further recordings or editing can be made to it It is not possible to unfinalize the DVD R In order to prevent the recorded materials from being accidentally erased or edited you can choose to lock the recordable DVD 1 Press OK to select 2 A
28. V TIPS Before making or changing any connections make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet 13 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 13 2007 08 27 1 04 31 PM Step I Basic Recorder Connections continued r veo CVBS BT AV amplifier Connecting the audio cables This connection enables you to listen to the sound Option l Using an audio cable You can connect the recorder to a two channel stereo system or receiver in order to enjoy the stereo sound system Use an audio cable red white plugs to connect the AUDIO L R jacks to one of the following devices with the same input jacks a stereo system for example TV or mini system areceiver with two channel analogue stereo from the power outlet 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 14 Pr Cr Pb Ch Y Using a coaxial cable You can connect the recorder to an AV amplifier receiver with a digital multichannel sound decoder in order to enjoy multichannel surround sound Use a coaxial cable not supplied Connect the COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack on the recorder to the digital input of the receiver amplifier Before you start operating set the digital audio output settings accordingly see the chapter System Menu Options Audio settings Digital Output If the audio setting does not match your stereo s capabilities the stereo may produce a strong distorted sound or no sound at
29. VD Recorder Setup Format Tuner Finalize Lock Playback Make Compatible Disc Label Recording Video Audio System ED onim Disc Info ED eek Bt See this chapter Disc settings 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_268Sla indd 37 Tuner Disc Playback Recording Video System ED onim Downmix Digital Output Night Mode Stereo Automatic off dE mt See this chapter Audio settings DVD Recorder Tuner Disc Playback Recording Video Audio ED Confirm Menu Language Clock Setting Clock Mode Screen Saver English 09 36 08 12Hour On Restore Default Back ED bit See this chapter System settings 37 2007 08 27 1 04 35 PM System Menu Options continued Tuner settings Manage Presets Program List PR Station Fine NICAM CH Con Move Down 2 ARD NICAM J sec o co3 s08 Rename 47 o 22 o 9 Manual Setting 5 ONE 6 RTL4 s18 cu QD Prev Next Confirm CB eit 38 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 38 Adjust the stored TV channels to your preference Select this and press OK to enter the programme list menu 1 Use AY keys to highlight the channel to be modified 2 Press lt to move to the action bar at the left 3 Use AW keys to select one of the change options Press OK to move the highlighted channel up to the previous preset number in the programme list Press OK to move the highlighted channel down to the n
30. W typical Standby power consumption lt 3W Audio Playback Disc playback media CD CD R RW MP3 CD MP3 DVD Compression formats Dolby Digital MP3 Cabinet MPEG Multichannel PCM Dimensions W x H x D 360 x 43 x 322 mm e MP3 bit rates 32 256 kbps and VBR Net Weight 3 kg Still Picture Playback e Disc formats DVD R RW DVD R RW DVD R DL DVD R DL Picture CD e Picture compression formats JPEG e Picture enhancement Rotate Zoom Storage Media Recording media DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD R DL DVD R DL 53 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 53 2007 08 27 1 04 37 PM Display panel symbols messages 54 The following symbols messages may appear on your recorder display 00 00 00 Multifunction display text line Title track number Total elasped remaining title track time Additional information regarding the disc TV channel number or source of video Clock This is displayed in Standby mode TV program title TIMER A timer recording has been programmed or is active FULL Disc is full There is no storage space for new recordings READING Disc is being recognized by the recorder NO DISC No disc has been inserted If a disc has been inserted then it is possible that the disc cannot be read OPEN Disc tray is opening or opened PHILIPS The recorder has been turned on 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 54 REGERR When the DVD i
31. _um_en_2685la indd 52 2007 08 27 1 04 37 PM Specifications Picture Display Tuner Reception Transmission e Aspect ratio 4 3 16 9 e TV system PAL e D A converter 10 bit 54 MHz e Aerial Input 75 Ohm coaxial IEC75 A D converter 10 bit 27 MHz e Picture enhancement Progressive Scan Connectivity Rear Connections Sound Component Video YPbPr Out D A converter 24 bit 192 kHz S Video In e A D converter 24 bit 96 kHz e S Video Out e Signal to noise ratio 102 e Composite video CVBS In e Crosstalk IkHz 105 dB e Composite video CVBS Out Dynamic Range IkHz 90 dB e Audio left right In e Audio left right Out Video Recording e Digital audio out coaxial e Recording system NTSC PAL e RF antenna in Compression formats MPEG2 e RF TV out High Quality HQ IHR e Mains standard Play el aul Front Connections Long Play LP 3HR e iLINK DV in IEEE 1394 4 pin e Video In CAM e Audio left right In Extended Play EP 4HR Super Long Play SLP 6HR Audio compression Dolby Digital PCM Convenience Programming Timer Enhancements Daily Weekly Repeat Program Manual Timer One Touch Recording e Programmable events 8 Video Playback e Disc playback media CD CD R RW DVD DVD Video DVD R RW DVD R RW SVCD Video CD DVD R DL DVD R DL Compression formats MPEG2 MPEGI DivX e Video disc playback system PAL NTSC Power e Power supply 10 240V 50 60 Hz Consumption 20
32. all TIPS Before making or changing any connections make sure that all the devices are disconnected 2007 08 27 1 04 31 PM Step 2 Optional Connections Back of a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Example only ANT Price Ph Cb Y COMPONENT 4 Bor O00 VIDEO IN 2 ew AUDIO L VIDEOIN R 33 ee Option 2 see the above illustration Connecting to a Cable Box or If your Cable Box Satellite Receiver Satellite Receiver has video audio output jacks Keep the existing antenna connection from the Antenna Cable TV to the Cable Box Satellite Receiver Option If your Cable Box Satellite Receiver has only an antenna output jack RF OUT or TO TV Use another RF antenna cable to connect see the section Step Basic Recorder the TV OUT jack on the recorder Connections Connecting the antenna to the antenna input jack on your TV cables for the complete connections to VHF UHF RF IN your TV Use the audio video cables to connect the VIDEO AUDIO INPUT on the recorder to the matching VIDEO AUDIO output jacks on the Cable Box Satellite Receiver O Use the audio video cables to connect the VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT on the recorder to the matching VIDEO AUDIO input jacks on the TV TIPS Before making or changing any connections make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet I5 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 15 2007 08 27 1 04 31 PM
33. atellite Receiver Connecting to a VCR or other similar device Connecting to a VCR and Cable Box Satellite Receiver Connecting a camcorder to the front jacks Step 3 Installation and Setup Finding the correct viewing channel Initial recorder setup Recording Discs for recording Recording settings Manual recording Instant time off recording About timer recording Timer recording Changing Deleting a timer recording 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 4 2007 08 27 1 04 30 PM Table of Contents Playback Playable discs Starting disc playback Additional Playback Features Changing to another title chapter track Pausing playback slow motion play Searching forward backward Repeat play Repeating a specific segment A B Changing subtitle language Changing audio soundtrack language Switching camera angles Time search sins Resume playback from the last stopped point Edit Recordings Edit Recordings About editing recordable DVDs Disc menu index screen Erase title s Protect Unprotect title Rename title Dividing title D Erase part of a title DVD RW only Other Information System Menu Options Accessing the System Menu Tuner settings Disc settings Playback settings Video settings Audio settings System settings Software Upgrade Installing the latest software Troubleshooting 0 Frequently
34. creen Turn off Progressive Scan using the system menu Read System Menu Options Video Settings Progressive Scan No sound Check the audio connections the red and white jacks Read chapters Step Basic Recorder Connections Connecting the audio cables for details Set the Digital output correctly based on the device you have connected to the recorder Read chapter System Menu Options Audio settings Digital Output for details 49 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 49 2007 08 27 1 04 37 PM Troubleshooting continued Problem Solution No TV signal received Have your antenna or cable TV signal checked from the recorder Install the TV channel Read chapter System Menu Options Tuner Settings for details A TV channel installed Check the video connection between the DVD recorder during the DVD and the TV recorder s automatic TV You can further fine tune the signal of the TV channel Read channel search is fuzzy or chapter on System Menu Options Tuner Settings distorted Unable to eject tray Exit from any on screen menu Press STOP to stop any playback or recording then press OPEN CLOSE on the set Disc does not play Insert the disc with the label facing up Wrong region code The DVD must be coded for ALL regions or Region 3 or 4 in order to be played back on this DVD recorder There is no recording on the disc or wrong di
35. d 16 2007 08 27 1 04 32 PM Step 2 Optional Connections continued Back of a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Example only OUT L SVIDEO A 8 RF VIDEO AUDIO Back of aVCR Example only Z ANT Pr Cr Pb Cb Y COMPONENT Bor OOO VIDEO IN x O Use the audio video cables to connect Connecting to aVCR and the VIDEO AUDIO INPUT red Cable Box Satellite Receiver white yellow on the DVD recorder to the matching VIDEO AUDIO output Connect the Antenna Cable TV signal to jacks on the VCR the antenna input RF IN jack on the Use the audio video cables to connect Cable Box Satellite Receiver the VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT red white yellow on the DVD recorder to the matching VIDEO AUDIO input jacks Use an RF antenna cable to connect the antenna output RF OUT jack on the Cable Box Satellite Receiver to the etek con gaa jack on the Helpful Hints You may use the S VIDEO Y C jack Use another RF antenna cable not instead of VIDEO CVBS jack if the supplied to connect the TV OUT connected device has the same S VIDEO jack on the recorder to the antenna input input output jack This video connection jack on the TV provides better picture quality TIPS Before making or changing any connections make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet 17 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 17 2007 08 27 1 04
36. ded as the disc requires about 30 seconds to prepare for recording Changing Deleting a timer recording 1 Turn on the TV to the correct viewing channel for the recorder 2 Press TIMER on the remote control gt The timer recording list appears Timer Recording List Date Start End Source Quality Repeat Result 15 07 Sat 18 05 19 20 PR5 SP None Valid Use AY keys to select a timer program which you want to change delete then press OK gt The edit menu appears Edit Delete Disable Cancel To change the timer schedule highlight Edit and press OK Select the entry field and make the necessary changes then press OK to save To delete a timer program highlight Delete and press OK To stop a timer program highlight Disable and press OK To exit from the edit menu highlight Cancel and press OK Press TIMER to exit the menu TIPS Ensure that there is enough space on the DVD R RW before recording Before you playback the DVD R on another player finalize the disc See chapter Disc settings Finalize 26 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 26 2007 08 27 1 04 33 PM Playback ay au REE IMPORTANT Playable discs If the inhibit icon O appears on the TV screen when a key is Using this recorder you can play and pressed it means the function is not record on the following discs available on the current disc or at the current time
37. ding time on a disc The factory default setting is SP Record Mode Picture Quality Maximum Recording Time per Disc hours HQ High Quality SP Standard Play 2 LP Long Play 3 EP Extended Play 4 SLP Super Long Play 6 Recording Selects the recording language to be used for TV programmes Language which are transmitted an additional audio language For example if a programme is available in English and Spanish with Spanish being the additional language option Language I Original broadcast language Language II Additional audio language Auto Chapter Automatically divides a recording title into chapters by inserting Marking chapter markers at a specific interval This enables you to access a specific point in the recording quickly Off No chapter marker will be inserted in the recording On Chapter markers are inserted automatically during recording at approximately 5 five minutes interval Overwrite This function allows you to overwrite the contents in a DVD RW automatically whenever you start a new recording Enable overwrite function When you start a new recording on a DVD RW the disc will be overwritten from the selected title onwards Disable overwrite function The new recording will always start from the empty title in the DVDRW 23 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 23 2007 08 27 1 04 32 PM Recording continued Manual recording You can choose to r
38. e 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 lt Title gt Chapter lt lt Tite gt 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 set up Titles The recorder automatically creates a new Title every time you start a new recording What does finalizing a disc do Finalizing a disc locks the disc so it can no longer be used for recording This is only required for DVDR discs It will then be compatible with virtually any DVD player To remove a disc without finalizing 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 key on the remote control to choose the quality level that best suits your purpose and the length of material Record Mode Picture Quality Maximum Recording Time per Disc hours HQ High Quality 1 SP Standard Play 2 Uy Long Play 3 EP Extended Play 4 SLP Super Long Play 6 52 1_dvdr3460 97
39. ecord the TV program or make a recording from an external device Opel source O O OO coo REC MODE PHILIPS Dvo RECORDER Turn on the TV to the correct viewing channel for the recorder Insert a recordable DVD into the recorder Use AV keys to select the TV channel y you wish to record To record from an external device press SOURCE repeatedly to select the correct input channel that matches the jack which is used to connect the external device CAM Input source from the device connected to the CAM and AUDIO L R jacks on the front panel DV Input source from the device connected to DV IN jack on the front panel EXT I Input source from the device connected to the VIDEO CVBS EXT I jack on the back panel EXT 2 Input source from the device connected to the S VIDEO Y C EXT2 jack on the back panel O Seta recording mode as necessary by pressing REC MODE repeatedly Press RECORD to start recording gt If the disc has contained some recordings the new recording will automatically start after the last recording on the disc To pause the recording press Pll To continue recording press Pll or RECORD again gt You can use this function to avoid recording commercials To stop the recording press STOP W gt Otherwise recording continues until the disc is full Instant time off recording Follow the steps O of Manual R
40. ecording in the previous section Press RECORD repeatedly to set the recording time Each subsequent press the RECORD key increases the recording time by 30 minutes The recorder will stop recording at the designated end time and turn off to standby mode automatically If you wish to stop the recording before the scheduled time press STOP W TIPS Ensure that there is enough space on the DVD R 4RW before recording Before you playback the DVDR on another player finalize the disc See chapter Disc settings Finalize 24 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 24 2007 08 27 1 04 33 PM About timer recording Use Timer Recording to automatically start and stop a recording at a later date time The recorder will tune to the right program channel and begin recording at the specified time With this recorder you can schedule up to 8 recordings for a limit of one month period During timer recording changing of recorder s channel is not possible Before you start Make sure that the system clock is correct AV lt gt OK PHILIPS DvD RECORDER Recording continued Timer recording Turn on the TV to the correct viewing channel for the recorder 2 Press TIMER on the remote control gt The timer recording list appears Timer Recording List Date Start End Source Quality Repeat Result 01 01 2006 00 12 10 Back Bat Ei Select an empty
41. ect or unprotect the selected title against editing or accidental loss of recordings Edit Change the name of the title hide any unwanted scenes or divide a title in the recording Note To edit the recordable DVD e g format finalize lock see the chapter System Menu Options Disc settings TIPS Disc menu index screen The disc menu index screen shows your recordings on a recordable DVD It should appear on the TV once you load a recordable DVD or when you press the DISC MENU on the remote control Title Used SP 00 43 28 1 5 GB ow er Ber The disc menu index screen consists of the following recording information The type of disc The remaining recording time in different recording mode Press REC MODE to change the recording mode The thumbnail of the title title s name and information The used space and recording time The control keys that can be used and their functions Erase title s You can choose to delete a specific title recording or all the titles from the disc Press DISC MENU Use AV 4P keys to select the preferred title and press OK gt The editing menu appears No further recording and editing can be carried out on a full or finalized DVD R Press BACK to go back to the previous menu 34 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 34 2007 08 27 1 04 35 PM Use AV keys to select Erase and pr
42. en the system as there is a risk of electric shock If a fault occurs first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints consult your dealer or Philips for help Problem General Solution No power Press STANDBY ON button on the front of the recorder to switch on the system Make sure the AC outlet has power Remote control does not Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the work front of the DVD recorder not towards TV Remove any obstacles between the recorder and the remote control Batteries are weak replace the batteries No picture Turn on your TV and set to the correct Video In channel Switch the TV channel until you see the DVD screen Read chapter Step 3 Installation and Setup Finding the correct viewing channel for details Check the video connection between the recorder and the TV Your DVD recorder might have been set to Progressive Scan mode while your TV does not support Progressive Scan Follow the steps below 1 Connect the supplied AV cable red white yellow from the CVBS OUT jacks on the rear panel of the DVD recorder to the TV s Video In and Audio In jacks 2 Turn on the TV and use the TV s remote control to select the corresponding video in channel on the TV eg AV EXT1 EXT2 3 Turn on the DVD recorder and wait until the TV displays the recorder s
43. eo to sizes small enough to be transported over the internet while maintaining high visual quality Dolby Digital A surround sound system developed by Dolby Laboratories containing up to six channels of digital audio front left and right surround left and right centre and subwoofer JPEG A very common digital still picture format A still picture data compression system proposed by the Joint Photographic Expert Group which features small decrease in image quality in spite of its high compression ratio 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 55 Glossary MP3 A file format with a sound data compression system MP3 is the abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group or MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 By using the MP3 format one CD R or CD RW can contain about 10 times more data then a regular CD MPEG Motion Picture Experts Group A collection of compression systems for digital audio and video Multichannel DVDs are formatted to have each sound track constitute one sound field Multichannel refers to a structure of sound tracks having three or more channels PBC Playback Control Refers to the signal recorded on video CDs or SVCDs for controlling playback By using menu screens recorded on a Video CD or SVCD that supports PBC you can enjoy interactive playback and searching PCM Pulse Code Modulation A digital audio encoding system Region code A system allowing discs to be played only in the region designated
44. ess OK Highlight Erase title to erase the current selected title or Erase all to erase all the titles in the disc then press OK gt A confirmation message appears Select OK in the menu to proceed or Cancel to abort then press OK to confirm Protect Unprotect title You can choose to protect the recorded title in order to prevent accidental loss of recordings Press DISC MENU Use AV 4P keys to select the preferred title and press OK gt The editing menu appears Use AV keys to select Protect and press OK gt A confirmation message appears Select OK in the menu to proceed or Cancel to abort then press OK to confirm When the title is protected the option in the menu will change to Unprotect Unprotect the title if you want to erase or edit the title TIPS Edit Recordings continued Rename title The original title name is generated automatically by the recorder You can give a new name to the title by following the steps below Press DISC MENU Use AV 4P keys to select the preferred title and press OK gt The editing menu appears Use AV keys to select Edit and press OK Disc Menu Page 1 1 PR2 15 07 18 05 Divide A B Erase Bit Back Undo Erase EB Confirm Highlight Rename and press OK gt A keyboard screen appears Use 4 gt AY keys to highlight a character number symb
45. ext preset number in the programme list NICAM is a digital sound transmission system It can transmit either one stereo channel or two separate mono channels Selects On to improve the sound transmission or Off if the reception is poor Press OK to enter the rename entry field Use lt gt A Y keys to highlight a character number symbol in the keyboard menu and press OK to select Once complete move to Finish in the menu and press OK Note The maximum input is up to five characters You can use the following keys on the keyboard screen to edit your input To select it highlight the respective bar and press OK display the letters in upper case display the letters in lower case display the symbols create a space between the characters remove the character to the left of the cursor confirm the rename cancel renaming and exit the keyboard entry menu 2007 08 27 1 04 35 PM System Menu Options continued Tuner settings Manual Setting Press OK to enter the manual setting menu Use AY keys to change the setting and lt P keys to Manual Setti f aa move to the previous next entry field PR Seek MHZ CH Fine Standard PR CI EEN The programme preset number of the channel you are currently selected Seek MHZ Use AY keys to seek for a valid frequency transmission CH Use AY keys to select a TV programme channel Fine Manual Fine Tune the channel
46. inued Solution If a recording is too short it is possible that a DVD player cannot detect it Please observe the following minimum recording times Recording mode HQ 5 mins SP 10 mins LP 15 mins EP 20 mins SLP 30 mins You have to finalize the DVD R Read chapter System Menu Options Disc settings Finalize for details Have your antenna or cable TV signal checked Fine tune your TV channel Read chapter System Menu Options Tuner Settings for details This message may appear if you insert a disc that may have encountered one of the following Error during recording The title may be missing Error while finalizing or the disc has not been finalized This happens if you try to copy DVDs or video cassettes that have been copy protected Even though the picture on the TV is fine but the recording on the DVD recordable disc is faulty This interference is unavoidable with copy protected DVDs or video cassettes The DVD recordable disc has a limited recording lifetime please change a new disc for recording The TV channel you want to record is not stored or you selected the wrong program number Check the TV channels stored on the recorder You have to reset the timer recording after adjusting the clock setting You cannot use the recorder to duplicate copy protected materials DVDs or videotapes onto a DVD recordable disc 5I 2007 08 27 1 04 37 PM
47. nal Playback Features SUPER VIDEO DivX Disc according to DIV home theatre profile TIPS Some discs cannot be played on this recorder due to the configuration and characteristics of the disc or due to the condition of recording and authoring software 27 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 27 2007 08 27 1 04 33 PM Playback continued Normally the DVD disc contains a disc menu You may have to make your selection e g subtitle or audio language within the disc menu Insert a DVD disc Ifthe disc menu appears on the TV use lt PAY keys to select a play option or use numeric keypad 0 9 to input your selection and press OK to start playback To select the previous or next chapter title marker During playback press k DPI To stop playback press STOP W Playing a Super Video CD Super Video CDs may feature the PBC Play Back Control This allows you to play the video CDs interactively by following the menu on the display Insert a Super Video CD lf the disc index menu appears use the numeric keypad 0 9 to input your play selection and press OK to confirm To return to the previous menu press BACK on the remote control To turn on off the Playback Control PBC mode read the chapter System Menu Settings Playback settings PBC To stop playback press STOP W Playing a DVD recordable disc Insert a DVD recordable disc Press DISC MENU
48. nserted is in a wrong region code as the recorder STOP When playback recording is stopped BUSY The recorder is writing to the disc e UNKNOWN The recorder has encountered an error in handling the disc inserted 2007 08 27 1 04 37 PM Analogue Sound that has not been turned into numbers Analogue sound varies while digital sound has specific numerical values These jacks send audio through two channels the left and right Aspect ratio The ratio of vertical and horizontal sizes of a displayed image The horizontal vs vertical ratio of conventional TVs is 4 3 and that of wide screens is 6 9 AUDIO OUT jacks Red and white jacks on the back of the system that send audio to another system TV Stereo etc Chapter Sections of a picture or a music piece on a DVD that are smaller than titles A title is composed of several chapters Each chapter is assigned a chapter number enabling you to locate the chapter you want Digital Sound that has been converted into numerical values Digital sound is available when you use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL These jacks send audio through multiple channels instead of just two channels as analogue does Disc menu A screen display prepared for allowing selection of images sounds subtitles multi angles etc recorded ona DVD DivX The DivX code is a patent pending MPEG 4 based video compression technology developed by DivX Inc that can shrink digital vid
49. o access the disc menu press DISC MENU Changing audio soundtrack language This operation works only on DVDs with multiple soundtrack language or VCDs with multiple audio channel During disc playback press AUDIO repeatedly to toggle through the audio channels and audio language on the disc gt If the language selected is not available on the disc the disc s default setting for language will be used instead Helpful Hint Some DVDs allow soundtrack language changes only via the DVD disc menu To access the Disc Menu press DISC MENU TIPS The operating features described here might not be possible for certain discs Always refer to the instructions supplied with the discs 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 32 2007 08 27 1 04 34 PM Additional Playback Features continued Switching camera angles This option is only available with DVDs that contain sequences recorded from different camera angles This allows you to view the picture from different angles During playback press DISPLAY to display the video playback options menu Press V repeatedly to highlight Angle Use lt P keys to select a desired camera angle available on the disc gt If multiple angles feature is supported the 28 icon will appear Time search This option allows you to skip to a specific point in the current disc During playback press DISPLAY to display the video playback
50. ol and press OK to select gt The maximum input is up to 64 characters You can use the following keys on the keyboard screen to edit your input To select it highlight the respective bar and display the letters in upper case display the letters in lower case display the symbols create a space between the characters remove the character to the left of the cursor confirm the rename g7 y 3 O R cancel renaming and exit the keyboard entry menu No further recording and editing can be carried out on a full or finalized DVD R Press BACK to go back to the previous menu 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 35 35 2007 08 27 1 04 35 PM Edit Recordings continued Once complete move to Finish in the menu and press OK gt The information panel is now updated Dividing title DVD RW only You can divide a title into two or more titles Note that the title length must be more than 6 six seconds Warning Once a title has been divided it cannot be reversed Press DISC MENU Use AV 4P keys to select the preferred title and press OK gt The editing menu appears Use AV keys to select Edit and press OK Highlight Divide and press OK gt The divide title screen appears By default the title screen will be in pause mode Disc Menu Divide Title 1 Divide OK EB Confirm Play Press Pll to start playback To make
51. ome problems occur frozen picture sound disruptions picture distortions because the disc is dirty To avoid these problems discs should be cleaned on a regular basis To clean a disc use a micro fibre cleaning cloth and wipe the disc from the centre to the edge in a straight line CAUTION Do not use solvents such as benzene thinner commercially available cleaners or anti static sprays intended for analogue discs Since the optical unit laser of the recorder operates at a higher power than regular DVD or CD players cleaning CDs intended for DVD or CD players may damage the optical unit laser Therefore refrain from using a cleaning CD About recycling These operating instructions have been printed on non polluting paper This electronic equipment contains a large number of materials that can be recycled If you are disposing of an old machine please take it to a recycling centre Please observe the local regulations regarding disposal of packaging materials exhausted batteries and old equipment 2007 08 27 1 04 30 PM Introduction Your Philips recorder allows you to record TV programs or copy camcorder recordings toa DVD RW or DVD R and play pre recorded DVDs The recordings you make on the recorder will play on DVD players and DVD ROM drives The DVD R discs have to be finalized before they can be played back on other DVD players Before you start using this recorder complete the ba
52. options menu 2 Highlight time search icon in the menu and press OK gt The elapsed playing time will change to time input field Use the numeric keypad 0 9 to input the 6 digit time gt Playback skips to the selected time Resume playback from the last stopped point This option is only available with DVDs VCDs The recorder is able to resume disc playback from its last stopped point Before you start Make sure that the resume mode setting is turned on see the chapter Playback settings Resume Load in a disc and press HI to start playback from the last stopped point To cancel the resume mode and start playback from the beginning When playback stopped press STOP E again TIPS The operating features described here might not be possible for certain discs Always refer to the instructions supplied with the discs 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 33 33 2007 08 27 1 04 35 PM Edit Recordings About editing recordable DVDs After a recording has been made this recorder allows you to edit the title or video content You can erase or protect the recording and rename the recording If a DVD R has been finalized it cannot be edited Disc Menu Page 1 1 PR2 Play 15 07 18 05 Erase gt Protect Edit LD Confirm Exit Back Play Play the selected title recording Erase Erase the selected title or all the titles Protect Unprotect Prot
53. recorder TIPS Before making or changing any connections make sure that all the devices are disconnected from the power outlet 18 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 18 2007 08 27 1 04 32 PM Step 3 Installation and Setup Before you start When you complete the connections and Initial recorder setup turn on the recorder for the first time you should see the initial setup menu The initial setup menu will appear on the appears on the TV Follow the TV when you first power up the recorder instructions on the TV to complete the These settings will help you to set up the installation basic recorder features easily including Welcome TV programme installation language and clock settings Before using the recorder Welcome please complete the initial installation Before using the recorder please complete the initial installation Otherwise see the chapter System Menu options to make several basic settings Menu language Auto Install and Clock Setting This will optimise the performance of this recorder 1 Press OK on the remote control to continue gt The menu language appears gt The language options are different depending on your country or region It Finding the correct viewing may not correspond to the illustrations shown on the user manual channel Menu Language Select a menu language 1 Press STANDBY ON on the recorder to turn it on kp 3 2 T
54. sc type Read chapter Playback Playable discs for details Make sure the disc is not scratched or warped Clean the disc or replace a new one Check if the disc is defective by trying another disc Distorted sound coming Do not connect any cables from the recorder to the from a connected hi fi Phono input of your amplifier system or amplifier Ifyou are playing a DTS CD you have to connect the COAXIAL jack of this recorder to a Hi Fi system or amplifier Unable to play DivX Check that the DivX file is encoded according to the movies Home Theatre Profile mode with DivX encoder Check that the DivX movie downloaded is a complete file The picture is distorted The disc does not match with the TV colour system or black and white during standard PAL NTSC playback The disc is dirty clean the disc Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may appear This is not a malfunction 50 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 50 2007 08 27 1 04 37 PM Problem A DVDER RW recorded on this DVD recorder does not play on a DVD player There is picture or sound interference with the TV reception The message UNKNOWN DISC appears Picture is fuzzy and brightness varies when copying DVD Video discs or prerecorded video cassettes Recordings are not occurring as scheduled New recordings cannot be made 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 51 Troubleshooting cont
55. se in the edit menu 2007 08 27 1 04 35 PM System Menu Options DVD Recorder Tuner Accessing the System Menu Audio Language English Subtitle Language Off TV Shape 43 LB Resume On Parental Control 8 Adult Change Password PBC On DivX Subtitle Font Standard Disc The system menu provides various options for you to adjust the recorder to suit your preferences Recording NYT EX Audio System DivX R VOD DRM SYSTEM MENU See this chapter Playback settings AV lt gt OK DVD Recorder Tuner Recording Quality SP 2HR Disc Recording Language Language Playback Auto Chapter Marking On PHILIPS Overwrite off Press SYSTEM MENU on the remote control gt The system menu appears on the TV Read the chapter Recording for details on Recording settings Use AY keys to highlight a menu item and press P to access its options DND Recorder Progressive Scan Off TV System AUTO Use AY keys to highlight the setting you wish to change and press OK to confirm and return to the previous menu item gt Instructions and explanations of the options are provided in the following Pages O To exit press SYSTEM MENU Playback Recording Audio SAG ck Exit See this chapter Video settings DVD Recorder Recorder Manage Presets Auto Scan Playback Recording Video Audio System Exit See this chapter Tuner settings D
56. sic connections and set up in three easy steps Step Basic recorder connections Step 2 Optional connections for other devices Step 3 Basic installation and set up Please take time to read this user manual before using your recorder It contains important information and notes regarding the operations of the recorder Helpful Hints If you have questions or if problems come up during operation please see the chapter Troubleshooting If you need further assistance please call the customer support service for your country The corresponding telephone numbers and email addresses are given in the guarantee booklet Refer to the type plate on the rear or bottom of the product for identification and supply ratings 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 7 Product Information Accessories supplied Remote control and batteries RF antenna cable Audio video cable Quick Start Guide Region codes DVD films are usually not released at the same time in all regions of the world thus all DVD players are keyed to a specific region code The regional code is shown on the back panel of this device If the DVD is marked with a different region code it cannot be played back on this device DVD that can be played Asia Pacific Taiwan Korea Australia New Zealand Copyright notice The making of unauthorized copies of copy protected material including computer programs files
57. the standard interlaced TV channel scan It only works when you have connected the recorder s Y Pb Pr jacks to your TV that supports the progressive video input Otherwise the image may not appear or will be distorted Refer to your TV user manual for more information Use AY keys to select one of the options and press OK to confirm On Select to enable progressive scan feature Off Select to enable interlaced feature The colour system that matches the connected TV Only then will it be possible to play a DVD on this recorder Use AY keys to select one of the options and press OK to confirm AUTO Select this to automatically change the video signal of an NTSC disc and output it to its format NTSC Select this if the connected TV set has the NTSC colour system It will change the video signal of a PAL disc and output it to NTSC format Select this if the connected TV set has the PAL colour system It will change the video signal of an NTSC disc and output it to PAL format 45 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 45 2007 08 27 1 04 36 PM System Menu Options continued Audio settings underlined options are the factory default settings Downmix Select the method for audio downmix to two channels when you play a DVD which is recorded in Dolby Digital format LT RT Select this if the recorder is connected to a Dolby Pro Logic decoder Stereo Select this to downmix the
58. the numeric keypad 0 9 on the remote control 9 Press OK to confirm and exit the menu The DVD recorder is now ready for use Helpful Hint To reinstall change or modify the TV channels see the chapter System Menu Options Tuner settings TIPS Press OK to go to the next setup page Press BACK to return to the previous setup page 21 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 21 2007 08 27 1 04 32 PM Recording Discs for recording Several different formats of DVD recordable discs can be used with this recorder Em ov DVD ReWritable RW DVD RW DVD Rewritable Discs that are rewritable can be used for multiple recordings once the existing data has been erased DYDER DVD Recordable Discs can only be used for a single recording Each new recording is always added at the end of all previous recordings as existing recordings cannot be overwritten Editing can be made on any DVD R discs as long as they have not been finalized except Erase A B Divide and Undo Erase To play a DVD R on other DVD player it must be finalized see the chapter Disc settings Finalize After this is done no more data can be added to the disc Rw DVDER DL DVD R Double Layer Like the DVD Rs these discs can only be used for a single recording The only difference is the capacity 8 5GB It offers two recordable layers on a single DVD disc The layers are accessible
59. ther limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited U S Patent Number 4 631 603 4 819 098 4 907 093 5 315 448 and 6 516 132 EA SE BERR eeennnn nnn nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnne 56 OO potsy DIGITAL Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol ia L K 108 are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DivX DivX Certified and associated logos are trademarks of DivX Inc and are used under license p i Link is also known as FireWire and IEEE1 394 This connection is used for the transfer of high bandwidth digital signals as used by digital video DV camcorders It carries all audio and video signals via a single cable 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 3 2007 08 27 1 04 30 PM Table of Contents Genera 0 O O Care and Safety Information scssccssscessssecsssccsssscsssscsssessssessssessssssessssessssssssesssesees Setup precautions Cleaning discs About recycling Product Information Introduction Accessories supplied Region codes Copyright notice Product Overview Remote Control Using the remote control a Main Unit Step l Basic Recorder Connections Connecting the antenna cables Connecting the video cable Connecting the audio cables Step 2 Optional Connections Connecting to a Cable Box or S
60. to move to the action bar at the left of the menu Use AY keys to select the required change action Sort channel Highlight Move Up or Move Down in the menu and press OK repeatedly to shift the selected channel to the desired preset number Set the NICAM mode Highlight NICAM in the menu and press OK to turn on or off the NICAM mode Note NICAM is a digital sound transmission system It can transmit either one stereo channel or two separate mono channels Selects On to improve the sound transmission or Off if the reception is poor Rename channel Highlight Rename in the menu and press OK to show the keyboard screen The maximum input is up to 5 characters Note Use lt 4 P gt A Y keys to navigate in the keyboard menu and press OK to select the character number symbol To end move to Finish in the menu and press OK TIPS Press OK to go to the next setup page Press BACK to return to the previous setup page 20 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 20 2007 08 27 1 04 32 PM Step 3 Installation and Setup continued Press gt to move the selection bar to the right before pressing OK to continue the next setup gt The clock setting menu appears Clock Setting Set the system time Date Time Der Neo 20 fam Use AY keys to change the numbers and use lt gt keys to select different entry fields e Alternatively you can key in the numbers using
61. to return to the start of the previous chapter track OR Use the numeric keypad 0 9 to input the chapter track number OR Press DISPLAY to display the video playback options menu Highlight title icon in the menu and press gt to change the title number Highlight chapter icon in the menu and press P to change the chapter number Pausing playback slow motion play 1 During playback press II to pause playback and display a still picture To move the still picture one frame backward or forward press lt or gt keys repeatedly To start a slow motion play press and hold the k lt reverse or PPI forward repeatedly to cycle through the different slow motion speed 1 16X 1 8X 1 4X 1 2X O To resume normal playback press PAI Searching forward backward You can fast forward or fast reverse a disc during playback and select a desired search speed During playback press and hold Kt reverse or BPI forward until the search speed status bar 2X appears on the TV gt The sound will be muted Press Kd reverse or PP forward repeatedly to cycle through the different search speed 2X 4X 8X 16X 32X To resume normal playback press PAI TIPS The operating features described here might not be possible for certain discs Always refer to the instructions supplied with the discs 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 31 31 2007 08 27 1 04 34 PM Additional
62. ufacturers your DVD system player recorder may require a playability enhancement or upgrade As DVD technology advances these enhancement will become common and will be easy to complete Go to www philips com support for software upgrade CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE IN CASE OF 525 OR 625 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER 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 Copyright notice The making of unauthorized copies of copy protected material including computer programmes files broadcasts and sound recordings may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence This equipment should not be used for such purposes For Customer Use Read carefully the information located at the bottom or rear of your DVD Recorder and enter below the Serial No Retain this information for future reference Model No DVD PLAYER RECORDER 3460 Serial No 2007 08 27 1 04 30 PM This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by US patents Use of this copyright protection technology must be English authorised by Macrovision and is intended for home and o
63. urn on the TV and set it to the correct video in channel gt You may go to Channel on your TV then press the Channel Down button on your TV s remote control until you see the Video In channel gt You may press button repeatedly on your TV s remote control gt Usually this channel is between the lowest and highest channels and may be called FRONT A V IN VIDEO See your TV manual for more details TIPS Press OK to go to the next setup page Press BACK to return to the previous setup page 19 1_dvdr3460 97_um_en_2685la indd 19 2007 08 27 1 04 32 PM Step 3 Installation and Setup continued 2 Press OK on the remote control to continue gt The auto scan menu appears Auto Scan Auto scan the channels Channels found 10 rs 100 Note Make sure you have successfully made all the required connections to the recorder the TV and Satellite Receiver Cable Box if any and turned them on The automatic TV channel search starts gt This process may take several minutes Once complete the program list menu appears Program List a and rename the programs CHED m gt Rename In this menu you can rearrange the stored channels sequence rename it or set your favourite channels list If you do not wish to modify change the stored channels press OK on the remote control to continue see step 6 Highlight the preset channel you want to change then press lt

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