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Before you start
Easy understanding for DVD recording
You may have some simple questions about DVD recording. The followings will help you to understand eas-
ily how to prepare for DVD recording and to attempt to record. To DVD discs in steps.
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Step 1: Choose a disc type
There are several types of DVD disc recordable
for the intension of use. Choose an applicable
type by following “Quick guide to DVD disc
type”.
This DVD recorder can record on the following
type of discs.
For example, when you want to record repeated-
ly on the same disc, or when you want to edit
the disc after recording, select either the
rewritable DVD-RW type disc.
When you want to save recordings without any
alteration, a non-rewritable DVD-R can be your
choice.
Step 2: Format the disc be
ready for recording
Insert the disc in the recorder. Then, format the
disc from SETUP menu. Video format (Video
mode) or Video recording format (VR mode) will
be available depending on the disc type inserted.
This is necessary to prepare the disc for record-
ing.
When using a DVD-RW
This type of disc can be formatted in either
(Video mode or VR mode). Video mode discs can
be played back on a variety of other DVD equip-
ment. VR mode discs are allowed for more var-
ied editing.
When using a DVD-R
These discs will be formatted in Video mode.
This type of disc can be played back on a variety
of other DVD equipment.
Note:
• You cannot mix two formats in one DVD-RW.
• You can change a DVD-RW’s format to the
other format. However, the disc’s contents will
be lost when reformatting.
• Not all discs can be played on other DVD
equipment.
Now you are ready for recording.
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