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Aspect ratio(Video mode)
DVD-RW
DVD-R
To set the aspect ratio when recording onto a DVD-R/RW
disc.
4:3:
Fixes the aspect ratio at 4:3.
16:9:
Fixes the aspect ratio at 16:9.
Note
• When the bit rate on “AV record quality” is set to
“1.4(Mbps)”, pictures are recorded in 4:3 aspect ratio even
if “16:9” is selected.
DVD compatible mode
DVD-RAM
DVD-RW
DVD-R
To set whether or not recording is to be performed in the
format for which recording is allowed by the DVD-Video
standard (video, audio and other data) during recording.
Off:
When recording on a DVD-RAM disc, both the main
and SAP sounds are recorded.
When recording on a DVD-R/RW disc, this is
ineffective. The recorder will automatically regard this
as “Main,” and record sound of the main channel only in
stereo. Select “Main” or “SAP” for a DVD-R/RW
recording.
Main:
Records sound of the main channel only in stereo.
SAP:
Records sound of the SAP channel only in stereo.
Notes
• When you select the manual rate of the picture quality
between 3.0 and 3.8 and set this mode to “Main” or “SAP”,
the picture quality may become lower than when you set
this mode to “Off”.
• You can change the setting from the Quick Menu.
DVD-Video:CHP create
DVD-RW
DVD-R
To set whether chapters are to be automatically created
at a selected interval during DVD-R/RW recording.
Off:
Chapters are not set.
5 min. : 10 min. : 15 min. : 20 min.
To set the interval at which chapters are automatically
created to 5, 10, 15 or 20 minutes.
Note
• The number of chapters has the upper limit, which varies
depending on the disc condition. If the number reaches it,
no more chapters are created.
Rec DNR
DVD-RAM
DVD-RW
DVD-R
Selects the level of 3D digital noise reduction that can
reduce noises of a picture with many noise, depending
on pictures.
Off:
Deactivates the 3D digital noise reduction.
On:
Sets the normal level.
Expanded:
Increases digital noise reduction.
Notes
• When you set “Rec DNR” to “On” or “Expanded” and set
“3D Y/C Separation” to “On”, the priority changes
depending on the input selection. If you select the S-video
input, “Rec DNR” has priority. When you select the built-in
tuner or composite input, “3D Y/C Separation” has priority.
• If you want to avoid an afterimage, set this setting to “Off”.
3D Y/C separation
DVD-RAM
DVD-RW
DVD-R
The 3D digital comb filter executes Y/C (Brightness/
Color) separation to reduce the color irregularity or cross
color interference.
Off:
Deactivates this function. In an area where the
broadcast reception is poor, select this mode.
On:
Activates this function. In normal conditions, select
this.
Note
• Refer to the “Notes” in the above “Rec DNR”.
Customizing the function settings (Continued)
Function Setup