Frequently Asked Questions - Philips DVDR3430V User Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of disc should I use for
recording?
You can only record on DVD±R,
DVD±RW or DVD+R DL discs DVD±R/
±RW is the most compatible recordable
DVD format in the market today. They
are fully compatible with most of the
existing DVD-Video players and DVD-
ROM drives in computers.
What is the capacity of a DVD±R/
+RW disc?
4.7GB, or equivalent to six CDs. You can
store only one hour of recordings on a
single disc at the highest quality (DVD
standard) and about 6 hours recording at
the lowest quality (VHS standard). The
recording mode indicates the number of
hours that will fi t on a single disc.
What is the difference between
DVD±R and DVD±RW?
DVD±R is "recordable" and DVD±RW is
"erasable" and "rewritable". With a
DVD±R, you can record multiple
sessions on the same disc, but when the
disc is full, you cannot record any more
on the disc. The DVD±RW allows you to
record over the same disc repeatedly.
How do I check the remaining space
available on a recordable DVD disc?
In disc menu mode, press REC MODE on
the remote control repeatedly to display
the remaining recording time in different
recording mode.
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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 socket.
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 are similar to the Titles and
Chapters of a book. A Title is often a
complete movie and is broken down into
Chapters, or individual scenes from the
movies.
Title
Chapter
Title
Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter
chapter markers
Programmes are recorded as a single
title, it may consist of one chapter or a
few chapters within a title, depending on
the recording settings.