DR7923CMC.HA1ULL_RD0063E DVD RECORDER OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL: LRA-516 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and completely. Call us and we will guide you through your first recording, for free.
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INTRODUCTION Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 About the Symbol Display . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . .7 Recommended recordable DVD discs . . . . . .7 Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Region code of the recorder and DVDs . . . . .8 Restrictions on video recording . . . . . . . . . . .
RECORDING REFERENCE About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Disc types and recording formats, modes, and settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Notes for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Checking the Recording Time . . . . . . . . . . . .38 To Extend the Recording Time . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference. Symbol Used in this Manual Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the unit itself or other material damage. Note: Tip: Indicates special notes and operating features. Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier. About the Symbol Display “ ” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function is not permitted by this unit or the disc.
Introduction Recordable and Playable Discs DVD-RW (DVD - ReWritable) DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording. These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc.
Playable Discs DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc) VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchased CD-R/CD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc) CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, MP3, WMA, JPEG or DivX files.
Notice for Progressive Scan Use • You cannot record copy-protected video using this recorder. Copy-protected video includes DVDVideo discs and some satellite broadcasts. If copy-protected material is encountered during a recording, recording will pause or stop automatically and an error message will be displayed onscreen. • Video that is ‘copy-once only’ can only be recorded using a DVD-RW disc in VR mode with CPRM (see below).
Card useable on this unit • Compact Flash Card (CF) • Micro Drive (MD) • Secure Digital Card (SD) • Multi Media Card (MMC) • SmartMedia Card (SMC) • xD-Picture Card (xD) • Memory Stick (MS) • Memory Stick Pro (MS-Pro) • Compatible with: FAT 12, FAT 16, or FAT 32 • Only use the memory cards recommended above. Using Memory Card 1. Insert a memory card. 2. Press MEMORY on the Remote Control while in the Tuner mode. The Memory Card slot choice menu appears on the TV screen.
DVD +R (Double Layer) Double layer recording technology offers two recordable layers on a single DVD disc, providing nearly double the capacity of 4.7GB single layer DVDs. The greatest, most valuable benefit of double layer recording technology is increased capacity. Storage space is nearly doubled with double layer DVD+R media, allowing consumers to burn up to 8.5GB of video on a single DVD+R disc. DVD ±R / DVD ±RW DVD -R and DVD +R are two different standards for recordable DVD drives and discs.
Front Panel a bcd j k e f l h m i n a (POWER) Switches the Recorder ON and OFF. i Remote Sensor Point the Recorder Remote Control here. b N (PLAY) To play back a disc or tape. j INPUT 2 - VIDEO /AUDIO (Left/Right) c x (STOP) Stops playback. d e z (REC) Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time. CH (V / v) Scans up or down through memorized channels. Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.).
0-9 numerical buttons: Selects numbered options in a menu. REC MODE: Selects the recording mode (HQ, SQ, LQ or EQ). b / B / v / V (left/right/up/down): Selects menu options. A-B: Repeats sequence between two REPEAT: Repeat chapter, track, title, all. points (A and B) AUDIO: Selects an audio language (DVD). INPUT: Changes the input to use for recording (Tuner, AV1-2, or DV IN). CHP. ADD: Inserts a chapter marker when playing/recording. CH v / V (up/down): Scans up or down through memorized channels.
Rear Panel a g h b c i j d k e f l m a ANT.IN Connect the antenna to this terminal. h S-VIDEO OUT Connect to a S-Video Input on TV. b AUDIO OUT (Left/Right) Connect to a TV with audio inputs. i AUDIO IN (Left/Right) Connect the audio output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder). c VIDEO OUT Connect to a TV with video inputs. d COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN (Y Pb Pr) Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.
a Antenna: Disconnect the antenna from the rear of the TV and identify the antenna cable. If it is a round 75 ohm coaxial cable connect it directly to the jack marked ANT.IN on your Recorder. If your antenna cable is flat connect it to a 300-ohm to 75-ohm antenna adaptor (not supplied) and slip the adaptor over the ANT.IN jack. Don’t attempt to screw it into to the Recorder. Connections to your TV Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your TV.
Component Video / Progressive Scan connection If your television is a high-definition or “digital ready” television, you may take advantage of the Recorder’s progressive scan output for the highest video resolution possible. Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/P/SCAN jacks on the Recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using an optional Y Pb Pr cable (C). Notes: • Set Progressive Scan option to [ON] in the setup menu, see page 20.
Connecting to the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 Jacks Connect the input jacks (INPUT1, INPUT2) on the recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using audio/video cables. Note: If you use the S-VIDEO IN jack on the front panel, the VIDEO IN jack on the front panel is not available. Jack panel of Accessory Component (VCR, Camcorder, etc.
Initial Settings In this menu system, there are several ways to customize the settings provided. Most menus consist of three levels to set up the options, but some require greater depth for the variety of settings. General Operation 1. Press SETUP and the Setup menu appears. General Settings Tuning Band Select 1. Select the [Tuning Band] option then press B . 2. Use v / V to select the tuning band (TV or CATV) option then press ENTER. TV: If you are using a standard antenna to receive channels.
This feature allows you to add or erase channels from memory manually. 1. Select the [Ch. Edit] option. 2. Press B to move to the third level. [Edit] icon is highlighted. 3. Press ENTER and the Channel Edit menu appears. 1. Use b/B to choose the option and use v/V to change the setting. [Band] Select the band. [PBS Ch.] Select the channel. [Time Zone] Choose your time zone. When Timezone is set to Auto, the Recorder will use XDS information to determine the proper setting.
TV Aspect Progressive Scan Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide). Progressive Scan Video provides the highest quality pictures with less flickering. [4:3] Select this when connecting to a 4:3 screen TV. When you select [4:3], set [Display Mode] below. [16:9] Select this when connecting to a wide-screen TV or TV with a wide mode function.
Power Save Mode Language Settings Set Power Save Mode to [ON] to place your Recorder into an economic power save mode. Display Menu Hookup and Settings Select a language for the Setup menu and information display. Factory Set You can reset the Recorder to its original factory settings. Some options cannot be reset (Rating, Password and Area Code) 1. Select the [Factory Set] option. 2. Press B to select [Set] then press ENTER. The Initialize menu will appear.
Audio Settings Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the recorder’s Audio Output according to the type of audio system you use. Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG [Bitstream]: Select “Bitstream” if you connect the recorder’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder. [PCM] (for Dolby Digital / MPEG): Select when connected to a two-channel digital stereo amplifier.
Rating Some movies contain scenes that may not be suitable for children to view. Many of these discs contain parental control information that applies to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the disc. Movies and scenes are rated from 1 to 8, depending on the area. DVD video discs may or may not respond to the parental control setting if the Area code of the disc is set wrongly. Some discs offer more suitable scenes as an alternative. Ratings are area dependent.
DivX Registration Code DivX We provide you the DivX® VOD (Video On Demand registration code that allows you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX® VOD service. For more information, visit www.divx.com/vod. Record Aspect When DVD recording, you can set the recording aspect ratio to suit the material you’re recording (16:9 or 4:3). 1. Select [DivX(R) VOD] option then press B. 2. Press ENTER while [Enter] is selected and the registration code will appear. DV Recording Audio 3.
Disc Settings Finalize Initialize Finalizing ‘fixes’ the recordings in place so that the disc can be played on a regular DVD player or computer equipped with a suitable DVD-ROM drive. Finalizing a Video mode disc creates a menu screen for navigating the disc. This is accessed by pressing MENU/LIST or TITLE. 1 2 Select the [Initialize] option then press B. [Start] icon is highlighted. Press ENTER.
Disc Label Use the Disc Label feature to enter a name for the disc. This name appears when you load the disc and when you display disc information on-screen. The disc label can be up to 32 characters long. For discs formatted on a different recorder, you will see only a limited character set. 1. Select the [Disc Label] option then press B. [Edit] icon is highlighted. 2. Press ENTER. Keyboard menu appears. To enter characters, see page 46.
General Explanation of On-Screen Display Some DVDs require specific operation or allow only limited operation during playback. When this occurs, is displayed, action prohibited or not available. Displaying Information While Watching TV Displaying Disc Information on-screen You can display various information about the disc loaded on-screen. Some items can be changed using the menu. 1. Press DISPLAY to show various playback information.
Playback Playing a DVD or V ideo CD Moving to another TITLE -RWVR Playback Setup 1. Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to open the disc tray. Load your chosen disc in the tray, with the playback side down. 2. Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to close the tray. Playback starts automatically. If playback does not start, press PLAY (N). In some cases, the disc menu might appear instead. DVD Use the b B v V buttons to select the title/chapter you want to view, then press ENTER to start.
Slow Motion 1. Press SCAN (m or M) during pause mode. 2. Use the SCAN (m or M) to select the required speed. DVD; 4 steps (forward and backward) DivX; 4 steps (forward only) Video CD; 3 steps (forward only) 3. To exit Slow Motion mode, press PLAY (N). Zoom -RWVR DVD -RWVideo +RW -R +R VCD Use zoom to enlarge the video image. 1. Press ZOOM during playback or still playback to activate the Zoom function. 2. Each press of the ZOOM button changes the TV screen in the sequence.
Checking the Contents of DVD Video Discs: Menus DVDs may contain menus that allow you to access special features. To open the disc menu, press MENU/LIST. Then, press the appropriate number button to select an option. Or, use the b / B / v / V buttons to highlight your selection, then press ENTER. Title Menu DVD 1. Press TITLE. If the current title has a menu, the menu appears on the screen. Otherwise, the disc menu may not appear. 2.
PIP (Picture in Picture) -RWVR +RW -R +R DVD -RWVideo VCD This function enables you to view the stored stations in sub picture during playback. On and off Press PIP to switch on the sub picture, press this button again to switch it off. Playback Input mode selection for sub picture Press INPUT to select the input mode for the sub picture. Each time this button is pressed, each input mode for the sub picture is displayed as shown below.
Playing a DivX Movie File About DivX movie files The Recorder can play Divx files on CD-R/RW or DVD±R/RW discs. Before playing DivX files, read “About DivX movie files” on the right colum. DivX disc compatibility with this recorder is limited as follows: 1. Use v / V to select a folder, and press ENTER. A list of files in the folder appears. 2. Use v / V to select a file then press PLAY (N). Playback starts. You can use variable playback functions. Refer to pages 28-31.
Playing an Audio CD or MP3 / WMA files The Recorder can play Audio CDs and MP3/WMA files on CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW discs or Memory Card. Before playing MP3/WMA files, read [Notes on MP3/WMA Recordings] on page 34. Audio CD Once you insert an audio CD a menu appears on the TV screen. Use v / V to select a track then press PLAY (N) and playback starts. Additional options for memory card : Deletes the selected file form the memory card. : Deletes all files form the memory card.
Program Playback with Audio CD and MP3/WMA files Erasing a Track from Program List The program function enables you to store your favourite tracks from any disc in the player memory. Program can contain 99 tracks (Audio CD) or 256 tracks (MP3/WMA). 2. Press CLEAR. Or, select “ ” icon then press ENTER to erase the selected track on the Program list. Repeat to erase additional tracks on the list. 1. Insert a disc. Audio CD and MP3/WMA Discs: Audio CD or MP3/WMA menu appears.
Viewing a JPEG Disc Using this Recorder you can view JPEG files on the CD-R/RW or DVD±R/RW. Before playing JPEG files, read [About JPEG image files] on page 36. Also, you can view JPEG files in the memory card. (To use memory card, see page 10.) 1. Insert a disc and close the tray. The JPEG menu appears on the TV screen. Tip: • If you are in a file list and want to return to the Folder list, use the v/V to highlight and press ENTER to return to the previous menu screen.
To rotate picture JPEG Press v / V during showing a picture to rotate the picture clockwise or counter clockwise. Zoom About JPEG image files JPEG disc compatibility with this recorder is limited as follows: • Depending upon the size and number of JPEG files, it could take a long time for the recorder to read the files. If you don’t see an on-screen display after several minutes, some of the files may be too large — reduce the resolution of the JPEG files to less than 4M pixels.
About DVD recording Notes for recording Notes: • This Recorder cannot record CD-R or CD-RW discs. • The recording times shown are not exact because the recorder uses variable bit-rate video compression. This means that the exact recording time will depend on the material being recorded. • Fingerprints and small scratches on a disc can affect playback and/or recording performance. Please take proper care of your discs.
Basic Recording from a TV Instant T imer Recording Follow the instructions below to record a TV program. Recording starts immediately and continues until the disc is full or you stop the recording. Instant Timer Recording allows you to make a recording easily of a preset length without using the program timer. Note: You must load a recordable disc for DVD recording. 1. Switch on the Recorder and load a recordable disc. Also make sure that the TV input is set to this recorder. 1.
T imer Recording Notes: • The Timer Recording function allows you to record up to 8 programs within a period of one month. The Timer indicator lights on the front panel display. • Note: If you use a completely blank disc for timer recording, you must format the disc before starting timer recording. (Refer to [Initialize] on page 25). The Recorder will record the audio according to the current TV tuner setting (Stereo, Mono or SAP).
Timer Recording Troubleshooting Even though the timer is set, the recorder will not record when: • There is no disc loaded. • A non-recordable disc is loaded. • [Disc Protect] is set to [ON] in the Disc menu (see page 26). • There are already 99 titles (DVD-RW, DVD-R) or 49 titles (DVD+RW, DVD+R(DL)) recorded on the disc. Recording from External Components You can record from an external component, such as a camcorder or VCR, connected to any of the Recorder’s external inputs. 1.
Recording from DV Input 1. Make sure your digital camcorder is connected to the front panel DV IN jack. See page 17. Before DV dubbing 2. Check that the DV audio input is as you require. You can choose between Audio 1 (original audio) and Audio 2 (overdubbed audio). DV Input is set from the DV Rec Audio in submenu of the Setup menu. See [DV Recording Audio] on page 24 for more information. 3. Press INPUT repeatedly to select the DV input. DV appears in the display window and on the TV screen. 4.
Editing Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Using the Title List menu you can edit video content. The editing features available in the Title List menu depend on whether you are editing video on DVD, and whether you’re editing Original content, or a Playlist. There are two ways to edit VR mode DVD-RW discs. You can directly edit the Original content of the disc, or you can create and edit a Playlist.
VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing Titles, Chapters and Parts Titles in the disc’s original content contain one or more chapters. When you insert a disc’s title into the Playlist, all the chapters within that title also appear. In other words, chapters in the Playlist behave exactly as chapters on a DVD-Video disc do. Parts are sections of Original or Playlist titles. From the Original and Playlist menu you can add or delete parts.
Making a New Playlist -RWVR Use this function to add an Original title or chapter to the Playlist. When you do this, the whole title is put into the Playlist (you can delete bits you don’t need later - see [Deleting an Original or Playlist title/chapter] on page 45). The title appears in the Playlist complete with the chapter markers that appear in the Original. However, if you add more chapter markers to the Original later, these are not automatically copied over into the Playlist title.
Deleting an Original or Playlist T itle / Chapter When you erase a title or chapter from the Playlist menu, you only remove it from the Playlist; the title/chapter remains in the Original menu. If you choose to delete a title or chapter from the Original (title/chapter) menu, the title or chapter is actually deleted from the disc and the remaining time available for recording increases. Titles/chapters deleted from the Original are also removed from the Playlist.
Naming a T itle You can name Original and Playlist titles independently. 1. Choose the title you want to name on the Title List menu, then press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the menu. 2. Use v/V/B to select [Title Name] option then press ENTER. Keyboard menu appears. Moving a Playlist Chapter Chapte -RWVR Use this function to re-arrange the playing order of Playlist chapters on the [Chapter List-Playlist] menu. Note: This function is not available if there is only one chapter. 1.
Divide One T itle Into Two +RW Combining Two Chapters Into One -RWVR +RW +R Use this command to split a title up into two new titles. Use this function to combine two adjacent chapters into one. 1. On the Title List menu, select a title you want to divide then press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the screen. 1. On the Chapter List menu, select the second chapter of the two chapters you want to combine then press ENTER The menu options appears on the left side of the screen. 2.
Hide a Chapter +RW +R You can skip playing chapters without deleting from the disc. 1. Use v V b B to choose a chapter you want to hide on the [Chapter List] menu, then press ENTER. Options appear on the left side of the screen. 2. Select [Hide] option. Example: Chapter List (DVD+RW) 3. Press ENTER to confirm. Tip: If you select a hidden chapter on the [Chapter List] menu, you can ‘show’ it by choosing [Show] option on the menu. After doing that, you are able to see the chapter.
Overwriting Recording +RW 2. Press TITLE in Play mode or DVD tuner mode. Title List menu will appear as shown below. To overwrite a new video recording on a previously recorded title, follow these steps. This feature is not available for DVD+Rs, that always record at the end of the Disc. 1. Select input source you want to record (TV channel, AV1-2, DV). 2. Press MENU/LIST to display the Title List menu. 3. To play back a title, select the title you want then press ENTER or PLAY (N).
Reference Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote Control You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of your LG TV with the supplied remote. You can control your TV using the buttons below. Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.
Language Codes Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, Disc Menu.
Troubleshooting Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Cause Symptom The power cord is disconnected. Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. No picture. TV/DVD mode for the recorder is set to TV. Press TV/DVD on the Remote Control repeatedly to choose DVD mode. TV indicator disappears in the display window. The TV is not set to receive recorder signal output.
Cause Cannot play a disc recorded using this recorder on another player. Cannot record or did not record successfully. Timer recording is not possible. Stereo Audio Record and/or Playback is not present. The Remote Control does not work properly. Solution The disc was recorded in Video mode. Finalize the disc. (page 25) Some players will not play even a finalized disc recorded in Video mode. No solution. The disc was recorded in VR mode.
Specifications General Power requirements AC 120V, 60 Hz Power consumption 27W Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Operating temperature Operating humidity Signal system 430 X 49 X 300 mm (16.9 x 1.9 x 11.8 inches) (w x h x d) 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) 5˚C to 35˚C (41˚F to 95˚F) 5 % to 90 % NTSC Recording Recording format DVD VideoRecording, DVD-VIDEO Recordable discs DVD-ReWritable, DVD-Recordable, DVD+ReWritable, DVD+Recordable, DVD+Recordable (Double Layer) DVD ; Approx.
Inputs ANTENNA IN VIDEO IN (AV1,2) AUDIO IN (AV1,2) S-VIDEO IN Antenna or CATV input, 75 ohms 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms, sync negative, RCA jack x 2 0 dBm more than 47 kohms, RCA jack (L, R) x 2 (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync, Mini DIN 4-pin x 1 (C) 0.286 V (p-p) 75 Ω DV IN 4 pin (IEEE 1394 standard) Outputs VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT 1 Vp-p 75 Ω, sync negative, RCA jack x 1 (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync, Mini DIN 4-pin x 1 (C) 0.286 V (p-p) 75 Ω COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (PROGRESSIVE SCAN) (Y) 1.
LG Electronics, Inc. Limited Warranty - USA This LG Electronics product, will be repaired or replaced, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship, under normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) listed below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States, excluding U.S. Territories.
