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Digital V ideo Recor der User’ s Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. TOCOM 16282980 DVR10[...]
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Important Information C AUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NO T REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING T O QUALIFIED SERVICING PERSONNEL. The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presenc[...]
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Safety Information 1 Safety Instructions 1. Read Instructions – All the safety and oper ating instructions should be read before oper ating this device. 2. Heed W arnings – All warnings on the device and in the User Manual should be adhered to. 3. Follow Instructions – All oper ating and user instructions should be followed. 4. W ater and Moi[...]
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T able of Contents 2 Chapter 1: Overview and Setup Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 3 Requirements ...................................................................................................................... 3 List of Contents ............[...]
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Chapter 1: Overview & Setup Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Chapter 1 3 Introduction The DVR1 0 is a Digital Video Recorder designed specically for High Denition Television (HD TV). The DVR1 0 connects to a Digital Television (DTV) via IEEE 1394 to offer contr ol over the digital video playback. Thi[...]
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Overview & Setup 4 Chapter 1 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Overview & Setup Chapter 1 5 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . DVR1 0 Back The back of the DVR1 0 has two 6-pin DTVLink® or IEEE 1394 ports and an A/C power cord connector . Devices using IEEE 1394 inte[...]
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Overview & Setup 4 Chapter 1 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Overview & Setup Chapter 1 5 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . IEEE-1394 Cables: 4-Pin and 6-Pin There ar e two different types of connectors used on IEEE 1394 devices: a 4-pin style, and a 6-pin style. [...]
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Overview & Setup 6 Chapter 1 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Overview & Setup Chapter 1 7 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . The 1394 interface reduces the number of cables needed to connect each device and simplies the connection process. Ther e is no need to e[...]
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Overview & Setup 6 Chapter 1 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Overview & Setup Chapter 1 7 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only .[...]
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Overview & Setup 8 Chapter 1 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Overview & Setup Chapter 1 9 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . 1394 Recording Setup To r ecord digital content to the DVR1 0, you may need to set up 1394 recording fr om the TV’s Connections menu. Use [...]
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Overview & Setup 8 Chapter 1 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Overview & Setup Chapter 1 9 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Replay , and Jump Ahead. If the box is unchecked, the TV remains tuned to the incoming cable or antenna feed and time shifting functions are[...]
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1 0 Chapter 2 Chapter 2: Using the DVR1 0 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Using the DVR1 0 Chapter 2 1 1 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Using the DVR1 0 Controlling Live Digital Television The DVR1 0 gives you the power to watch television the way you have always wante[...]
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1 0 Chapter 2 Chapter 2: Using the DVR1 0 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Using the DVR1 0 Chapter 2 1 1 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Fast FORWARD and Fast REVERSE Playback The DVR1 0 gives you the power to Fast Forward or Fast Reverse thr ough both live (currently r[...]
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Using the DVR1 0 12 Chapter 2 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Using the DVR1 0 Chapter 2 13 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Y ou can use the Jump Ahead feature to jump quickly 30 seconds ahead during live or recor ded shows. Jump Ahead is perfect for jumping past progr [...]
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Using the DVR1 0 12 Chapter 2 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Using the DVR1 0 Chapter 2 13 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Track – Displays the total number of r ecorded progr ams or tracks on the DVR1 0 and which track is curr ently being displayed. Press the Up/Dow[...]
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14 Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Other Information Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Other Information Chapter 3 15 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Care and Cleaning CAUTION: Unplug the DVR1 0 before cleaning. Y ou can clean the DVR10 as r equired, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be[...]
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14 Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Other Information Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Other Information Chapter 3 15 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Specications* Interface Specications • IEEE 1394 compliant • AV/C compliant • SBP-2 compliant • Supports serial bus dat[...]
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Other Information 16 Chapter 3 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Other Information Chapter 3 17 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • 90 days from date of [...]
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Other Information 16 Chapter 3 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . Other Information Chapter 3 17 Illustrations contained in this document ar e for representation only . CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT . T[...]
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Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis addr ess listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. Visit the RCA web site at www .rca.com Thomson Inc. 1 0330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 ©2003 Thomson Inc. Tr ademark(s)® Registered Marca(s) Registr ada(s) Printed in USA TOCO[...]