automatic generation of programs and play lists is possible for using the “dv auto rec” function when connecting dv equipment (e.g., digital video camcorders) to the dv input terminal on the front of the unit with the dv cable. recordings from dv camcorders can be recorded to dvd-ram and dvd-r media, however the “dv auto rec” function cannot be used with dvd-r.
preparation
1. turn off the main unit and dv equipment, then connect the equipment with the unit’s dv input terminals. (→page 52)
2. turn on the main unit and dv equipment.
3. pause play of the dv equipment at the point you want recording to start.
1 while stopped
press [rec mode] to select the recording mode (xp, sp, lp or ep).
2 press [functions].
the functions window appears (→page 42).
when recording finishes
the confirmation screen appears. press [enter] to finish dv auto recording.
to stop recording
press [■].
1 select the type of audio recording from the audio menu’s “select audio ch for dv input” settings (→page 45).
2 when “cannot detect dv connection” is displayed or there is a recording problem confirm the connections, dv equipment settings and reset the power.
if that does not work follow the instructions for “recording from a video cassette recorder” (→left).
3 it is not possible to carry out chasing play or simultaneous rec and play of the program that are being recorded.
4 the dv equipment name may not be shown correctly.
5 you cannot start recording until the images from the dv equipment appear on the television.
6 do not operate the dv equipment during recording, as this will cause recording to stop.
7 recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the tape in the dv equipment are not successive.
8 during copying, a marker is automatically assigned to points in the original recording where recording was stopped or paused.
9 the date and time information on the tape of the dv equipment will not be recorded.
10 depending on the equipment, the dv automatic recording may not operate properly.
almost all videos and dvd software on sale have been treated to prevent illegal copying. any software that has been so treated cannot be recorded using this unit.