LVC 9016G DV

VCR/DVD Recorder
LVC-9016G/9017GDL
SIMPLY AMAZING !
DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, DVD+R DL* Disc Recording (*LVC-9017GDL)

Table of Contents
Getting Started Copying Tapes/Discs
Accessories .......................................................................... 1 Copying from VHS to Disc ................................................. 24
Important Safety Instructions .............................................. 2 Copying from Disc to VHS ................................................. 24
Warnings, Cautions and Others ........................................... 3
Playback
Media Information ............................................................... 4
Playing DVD Disc ............................................................... 25
Controls and Displays POWER, EJECT, PLAY, F.F., REW. ....................... 25
Remote Control .................................................................... 5 NEXT, PREVIOUS ................................................... 25
Front-panel Connections ..................................................... 6 PAUSE/STEP, STOP, DISPLAY .............................. 25
Display Window ................................................................... 6
TOP MENU, MENU ................................................. 25
Rear-panel Connections ...................................................... 7
Playing VHS Tape .............................................................. 26
Connecting up POWER, EJECT, PLAY, F.F., REW. ....................... 26
Basic TV Connections .......................................................... 8 PAUSE/STEP, STOP, DISPLAY .............................. 26
Enhanced Video Options ..................................................... 9 COPY, TRACK+, TRACK- ....................................... 26
Using S-Video Cable .................................................. 9 Navigation Menu (For Disc) ............................................... 27
Using Component Cables ........................................... 9 SLOW-MOTION, SEARCH ...................................... 27
Enhanced Audio Options ................................................... 10
A-B REPEAT, SUBTITLE ......................................... 27
Using a Stereo Audio Amplifier or Receiver ................ 10
Using a Digital Audio Device (via Coaxial Cable) ........ 10 AUDIO, ANGLE ....................................................... 27
Connecting a Satellite Receiver or Cable Box ................. 11 INFORMATION ........................................................ 27
Navigation Menu (For VHS Tape) ...................................... 28
System Setup CM SKIP, SLOW-MOTION ...................................... 28
Using the Setup Menu ....................................................... 12 INDEX SEARCH, ZERO RETURN ............................ 28
Setting Date/Time .............................................................. 12 COUNTER SET, AUTO TRACK, AUDIO .................... 28
Setting Video Output ......................................................... 12
Playing JPEG Files ............................................................ 29
Setting Aspect Ratio .......................................................... 12
Playing MP3 Files .............................................................. 29
Setting AudioOutput .......................................................... 12
Playing Audio CD .............................................................. 29
TV Channel Setup Playing Audio CD (Programmed Playback) ...................... 29
TV Channel Setup ............................................................. 13 Playing Picture with Music (Slide Show) .......................... 29
Scanning TV Channels ............................................ 13 Editing
Adding or Deleting TV Channels ............................... 13
DVD Menu and Edit Menu ................................................. 30
Swapping TV Channels ............................................ 13
Naming a Title .................................................................. 30
Channel Editor ................................................................... 14
Protecting a Title ............................................................... 30
Mapping Channels for the VCR Plus+® System ................ 15
Overwrite a Title ................................................................ 30
Recording Erasing a Title .................................................................. 30
Basic Recording Functions ................................................ 16 Easy Guider
Recording Television Programs ................................. 16 Playback ............................................................................ 31
Adding New Recordings ........................................... 17 Record ............................................................................... 31
Changing Chapter Intervals (DVD Disc) ..................... 17 Copy ............................................................................... 32
One-Touch Recording ............................................... 17 Erase ............................................................................... 32
Playing Recordings ........................................................... 17 Finalize .............................................................................. 33
Using DVD menu ..................................................... 17 GUI Operation
Playing Recordings on a VHS tape ........................... 17
Recording from External Devices: VCR or Camcorder ..... 18 Firmware Update
Recording from External Devices: DV Camcorder ............ 19
DV Control .............................................................. 19 Glossary
Using “Easy Guider” to Record DV Signals ............... 20
Timer Recording Specifications

Setting Timer Program ...................................................... 22
Troubleshooting
Recording TV Programs Using the VCR Plus+® System ....... 22
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
1 x Remote Control 1 x Antenna Cable 1 x Audio/Video Cable
1 x Power Cord 2 x Batteries 1x Blank DVD Disc 1 x User’s Manual
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Important Safety Instructions
1) Read instructions. Read all the safety and operating 16) Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or
instructions before operating the product. cable system is connected to the product, be sure the
2) Retain instructions. Keep the safety and operating instruc- antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some
tions for future reference. protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
3) Heed warnings. Adhere to all warnings on the product and in provides information with regard to proper grounding of the
the operating instructions. mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
4) Follow instructions. Follow all operating and use an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
instructions. location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
5) Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use 17) Lightning - For added protection for this product during a
a damp cloth for cleaning. lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
6) Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
7) Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry 18) Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
8) Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the take extreme care to keep it from touching such power lines
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table or circuits; contact with them might be fatal.
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. 19) Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords,
Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s or integral convenience receptacles. This can result in a risk of
instructions and should use a mounting accessory recom- fire or electric shock.
mended by the manufacturer. 20) Objects and Liquids - Do not push objects of any kind into
this product through openings; they may touch dangerous
9) CART - A product and cart combination should be moved with voltage points or short out parts, resulting in a fire or electric
care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may shock. Liquids of any kind should not be used on or around
cause the product and cart combination to overturn. this product.
10) Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet provide
ventilation, ensure reliable operation of the product, and 21) Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself.
protect it from overheating. Do not block or cover these Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do personnel.
not place this product in a built-in installation such as a 22) Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. under the following conditions:
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged,
11) Power Sources - This product should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you • If liquid has spilled or objects have fallen into the product,
are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult • If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
your product dealer or local power company. For products • If the product does not function properly after following the
intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer operating instructions, contact Lite-On Customer Service for
to the operating instructions. technical support.
12) LOCATION - The appliance should be installed in a stable • If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way,
location. • When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13) NON-USE PERIODS - The power cord of the appliance should This indicates a need for service.
be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long 23) Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required,
period of time. be sure the service technician uses replacement parts
14) Grounding or Polarization - specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteris-
• If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current tics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result
line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
will fit into the outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If
24) Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to
you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
this product, ask the service technician to perform safety
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
condition.
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
25) Wall or Ceiling Mounting - Mount the product to a wall or
• If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type
ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
plug, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is
a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the 26) Heat – Keep this product away from heat sources, such as
outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete radiators, heat registers, stoves, or amplifiers.
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding 27) Battery Usage – Battery leakage may result in bodily injury
type plug. or damage to the unit. In order to avoid battery problems,
15) Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be please follow these instructions.
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched • Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as marked
by items placed upon or against them, paying particular on the unit.
attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the • Do not mix batteries (old/new, carbon/alkaline, etc.).
point where they exit from the product. • Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY FOR U.S.A.
CAUTION!
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
CAUTION! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OF THIS UNIT. with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. communications. However, there is no guarantee that
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol, equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to the interference by one or more of the following measures:
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s • Increase the separation between the equipment and
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude receiver.
to constitute a risk of electric shock to • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
humans. from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
The exclamation point within an equilateral help.
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and mainte-
nance (servicing) instructions in the literature IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
accompanying the appliance. 1) CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2) DANGER: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and
interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
CAUTION! 3) CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE qualified service personnel.
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT
OPEN THE COVER AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION!
• CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a
CD Recorder may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or
if there is dirt or condensation on the player’s lens.
WARNING:
• Unfinalized CD-R/RW discs can be played, but not all time
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
information (playing time, etc.) will be displayed.
PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO
• Check the copyright laws in your country before recording
MOISTURE AND ENSURE THAT OBJECTS FILLED WITH
from DVD VIDEO, SVCD, Video CD, Audio CD, MP3 and
LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED AWAY FROM
JPEG discs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe
THE APPARATUS.
copyright laws.
CAUTION! –– POWER button Legal Notices Regarding

Disconnect the main plug to shut the power off completely. The Macrovision’s Property Rights
POWER button in any position does not disconnect the main
line. Power can be controlled from the remote. “U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,
093; and 6,516,132.”
“ This product incorporates copyright protection technology
PRODUCTS WITH 525P PROGRESSIVE SCAN OUTPUTS that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual
NOTICE REQUIREMENTS property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology
“CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINI- must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
TION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disas-
THE PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 PROGRESSIVE SCAN sembly is prohibited. “
PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER
SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE “STANDARD DEFINITION”
OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV
SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525P DVD PLAYER,
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.” Laboratories.
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered FCC Declaration of Conformity

trademarks of Gemstar Development Model: LVC-9016G/LVC-9017GDL
Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is Trade Name: LITEON
manufactured under license from Gemstar Responsible party:
Development Corporation. LITE-ON (USA) International Inc. 42000 Christy Street, Fremont,
CA 94538
VCR Plus+ system is protected by one or more issued United
States patents such as Pats. 5,307,173; 5,335,079; 4,908,713; 4,
751,578; and 4,706,121
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Media Information
Playable Media Types
Media Types Logos I n f o r m a tio n
P r e s e t D V D -V i d e o d i s c s ( T h e r e g i o n c o d e is p r i n t e d o n
D V D -V I D E O the rear of recorder)
D V D - R /- R W D V D - R , D V D -R W , D V D + R a n d D V D + R W d i s c s w r i t t e n i n
t h e D V D -V ideo form at and finalized.
D V D + R /+RW
V i d e o C D (V C D ) C D s f o r v i d e o f i l e s r e c o r d e d w i t h C D s o u n d , V H S q u a lity,
M P E G - 1 ( V C D ) / M P E G -2 (S V C D ) c o m p r e s s i o n
S u p e r Video C D ( S V C D ) t e c h n o logy.
C D s for m u s ic files recorded in digital signal, featuring
A u d io C D ( C D -D A ) b e tte r a u d i o q u a l ity, le s s d i s t o r t i o n a n d l e s s d e t e r i o ra t i o n
o f a u d io q u a l i t y o v e r t i m e .
F i n a l i z e d C D -R /- R W d is c s r e c o r d e d in A u d i o C D o r
C D - R /- R W ( J P E G / M P 3 ) V i d e o C D f o r m a ts , o r w i t h J P E G / M P 3 f i l e s .
T h i s u n it c a n p l a y v i d e o c a s s e t t e s w i t h t h e V H S m a r k .
V H S Ta p e
Recordable Media Types
Media Types Logos Information

DVD-R/-RW disc written in the DVD+VR format
DVD-R/-RW
DVD+R/+RW disc written in the DVD+VR format
DVD+R/+RW
DVD+R double-layer discs written in DVD+VR format

DVD+R DL (Double Layer)*
(LVC-9017GDL only)
Video cassettes with the VHS logo.

VHS Tape
For DVD disc: Region Code of DVD-Video

The DVD-Video/DVD+RW/DVD+R/DVD-R/DVD-RW logos are
trademarks of respective companies. This unit can play back DVD-VIDEO discs compatible with
For best results, use discs with logos shown above and those the region code printed on the rear of the unit.
conforming to specifications. The unit cannot play other types of Examples of playable DVD-VIDEO discs:
discs correctly. Do not use discs of irregular shape (e.g. heart-
shaped), as these can damage the unit.
It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD- Notes:
RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW in all cases due to the type of disc or
Audio System for DVD Discs:
condition of the recording.
For VHS tapes: Dolby Digital Linear PCM
Poor quality or damaged video cassettes can cause the heads
to become dirty and can result in malfunction. Store you video
cassettes carefully and discard them when they become dirty or DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
damaged.
Never use video cassettes on which juice has been spilt or
those that are extremely damaged, as this will not only cause the Aspect Ratio for DVD Discs
heads to become dirty, but will also lead to malfunction of the unit.
Dirt on video heads would affect recording and playback quality. If 4:3 Letter Box (Standard)
the picture quality remains poor, use an optical head-cleaning
cassette. If the problem persists, seek advice from qualified service 4:3 Pan & Scan
personnel.
When using the unit, please do not: 16:9 Wide-Screen
1. place the unit near magnets or other electromagnetic objects
2. put anything heavy on top of the unit
3. bring the unit from cold surroundings to a hot environment, as Other Symbols for DVD discs
this may cause condensation and could damage the video
heads.
Audio : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded
Unplayable Media Types with multiple audio languages.
For DVD discs: Subtitle : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded
The unit does not play back discs listed below. If you try to play with multiple subtitle languages.
back these discs, excessive noise may cause damage to speakers. Angle : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded
1. Unfinalized discs from other DVD recorders from multiple angles.
2. DVD-ROM, DVD AUDIO, CD-ROM, PHOTO CD, SACD
3. DVD-RAM, DVD-VR format
For video cassette:

This unit does not play back dirty or damaged cassettes.
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Controls and Displays
Remote Control The Remote Control

1. Eject button ( EJECT)
2. Power button ( POWER)
3. Number buttons (0~9)
4. VHS button (VHS)
5. DVD button (DVD)
6. Track up button (TRACK+) / Track down button (TRACK -)
7. Display button (DISPLAY)
8. Source button (SOURCE)
9. Setup button (SETUP)
10. Copy button (COPY)
11. Edit button (EDIT)
12. Timer button (TIMER)
13. Top Menu button (TOP MENU)
14. Menu button (MENU)
15. Navigation button (NAVI. )
16. Easy Guider button ( GUIDER)
17. Channel Selection buttons (CH+, CH-)
18. Record button ( RECORD)
19. Stop button ( STOP)
20. Play button ( PLAY)
21. Pause button ( PAUSE)
To install batteries 22. Previous button ( PREVIOUS)
Open the battery compartment and insert the batteries. 23. Next button ( NEXT)
Make sure the polarity (+ and -) matches the
marks inside the remote control. 24. REW button ( REW)
25. FF button ( FF)

CAUTION! 26. Cursor buttons (), Enter button (ENTER)
Remove batteries if they are exhausted or if
the remote control will not be in use.
Use only new batteries of the same type.
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should
be disposed properly.
Remote sensor
The remote has a range of
approximately 3 m and
works best when pointed
directly at the unit. (at
angles up to 30° from the
front of the unit)
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Front-panel Connections
(For Reference Only)
Names of parts and controls

1) POWER button 11) RECORD button
Lights green when power is on Starts recording
Lights red when power is off 12) SOURCE button
2) VCR indicator Press to select signal input
Lights green when VCR deck is controllable 13) DISPLAY WINDOW
Lights orange when VCR deck is busy Operation indicators are displayed here.
Lights red when VCR deck is recording 14) DVD/VCR SELECT button
3) VCR EJECT button Selects DVD/VCR control
Press to load and unload a VHS tape 15) DV-LINK (IEEE-1394) jack
4) VHS COPY button Connects digital video camcorder
Press to copy contents from VHS tape to disc 16) CHANNEL UP button
5) PLAY/PAUSE button Press to select a channel
Starts/Pauses playback of VHS tape or disc 17) DVD TRAY
6) STOP button Holds a disc
Stops playing or recording a VHS tape or disc 18) CHANNEL DOWN button
7) VCR DECK Press to select a channel
Loads and unloads a VHS tape 19) DISC EJECT button
Press to open or close the disc tray.
8) REWIND button
20) DVD indicator
Rewinds playback of a VHS tape or disc
Lights green when DVD deck is controllable
9) FAST-FORWARD button Lights orange when DVD deck is busy
Fast-forwards playback of a VHS tape or disc Lights red when DVD tray is recording
10) DVD COPY button 21) AV1 Front (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks
Press to copy contents from disc to VHS tape Connects the output of external equipment
Display Window
1) Pause indicator 10) Copy to VHS indicator

2) Play indicator 11) Copy to DVD indicator
3) VHS indicator 12) DVD+RW indicator
4) DVD indicator 13) DVD+R indicator
5) SVCD indicator 14) CD-RW/DVD-RW indicator
6) VCD indicator 15) Status window
7) Data disc indicator 16) Timer Record indicator
8) CD indicator 17) Record indicator
9) CD-R/DVD-R indicator
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Rear-panel Connections
Names of parts
1) RF OUT/IN jacks 5) LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks
RF signal output/input Composite signal output
Note:
Playback signals are not transmitted via this connection. 6) LINE OUT (S-VIDEO) jack
Make proper connections before using this VCR/DVD recorder. S-Video signal output
2) LINE IN (S-VIDEO) jack 7) DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack

S-Video signal input Connects an amplifier or receiver with a digital input jack
3) AV2 Rear (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks 8) AC IN terminal

Composite signal input
4) COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT (Y/Pb/Pr) jacks

Component signal output
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Connecting up
Before making connections

1) Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections are made.
2) Connect VIDEO OUT of the unit directly to the video input of your TV. Connecting VIDEO OUT of the unit to a TV via a VCR may cause
a viewing problem when playing back a copy-protected disc. You may also have a viewing problem when connecting the unit to an
integrated TV/Video system.
Basic TV Connections
Before using the unit, follow the steps listed below to connect the VCR/DVD recorder to the antenna cable and TV.
Connecting to a TV with COMPOSITE jacks

Connect the supplied antenna cable from the VCR/DVD recorder to your TV as shown.
Connect the supplied audio/video cables from the VCR/DVD recorder to your TV as shown.
Connect the supplied power cord from the VCR/DVD recorder to a standard wall outlet.
Note:
1. Do not place this unit on top of other equipment that may generate heat. Excessive heat may cause this unit to malfunction.
2. For Digital Cable and Satellite TV users, please connect your device’s output to the input of this VCR/DVD recorder.
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Enhanced Video Options
If your TV has S-Video or Component Video inputs, you can enjoy better picture quality.
1. Connecting to a TV via S-Video out

Connecting to a TV with S-Video jack
Connect an S-Video cable from the VCR/DVD recorder to your TV as shown.
Note:
1. When using the S-Video connection, please remove all other video output connections.
2. In this configuration, be sure to choose one of the audio connection options on page 10.
2. Connecting to a TV via COMPONENT out

Connecting to a TV with component jacks
Connect a set of Component Video cables from the VCR/DVD recorder to your TV as shown.
Note:
1. Go to the ‘System’ setup menu to enable the COMPONENT option (For details, please refer to the section titled “Setup”).
2. When using COMPONENT connections, please remove all other video output connections.
3. In this configuration, be sure to choose one of the audio connection options on page 10.
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Enhanced Audio Options
If you have a stereo system or digital audio receiver, you can enjoy better sound quality.
Connecting to a Stereo Audio Amplifier or Receiver

Connect left/right audio cables (not supplied) from the VCR/
DVD recorder to your stereo system as shown.
Connecting to a Digital Audio Device

Connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital and DTS decoders to enjoy surround sound.
Digital out coaxial

Connect a digital coaxial cable from the VCR/DVD recorder to your digital audio receiver as shown.
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Connecting a Satellite Receiver or Cable Box
Connecting a Cable Box, Digital Cable Box or Satellite Receiver

Before using the unit, follow the steps listed below to connect the VCR/DVD recorder to an external receiver and the TV.
Connecting to a cable box, digital cable box or satellite receiver with COMPOSITE jacks
1. Use an antenna cable (supplied) to connect the RF IN on the cable box/satellite receiver to the antenna outlet.
2. Use an antenna cable (same as supplied) to connect the RF OUT on the cable box/satellite receiver to the RF input
on the VCR/DVD recorder.
3. Use an antenna cable (same as supplied) to connect the RF OUT on the VCR/DVD recorder to the RF IN on the
television.
4. Use AUDIO/VIDEO cables (supplied) to connect the AUDIO/VIDEO output on the unit to the audio/video input on the
television.
Note:
If your cable TV box has both AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks and RF OUT jacks, we recommend connecting the AUDIO/VIDEO
OUT jacks with the VCR/DVD recorder’s AV2 Rear jacks. Using this connection provides better picture quality.
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System Setup
This chapter helps you to customize the VCR/DVD recorder to
5. When completed, press [] repeatedly to return to the main
meet your system requirements and set your personal preferences.
menu or press [SETUP] to exit the Setup menu.
Using the Setup Menu Progressive scan mode

1. Press [ POWER] to turn on the unit.
You can change the video output mode by pressing the
2. Press [SETUP] to display the Setup menu.
3. Press [] [] to select “System”, “Clock,” “Language”, [SETUP] button to subsequently select “System-->Video
“Playback”, “Record”, “Audio”, “TV Tuner” or “EXIT.” Press Output-->Progressive”.
[] or [] to go to the next or return to the previous menu. (Video will not be displayed correctly when connecting to an
4. The key settings are: incompatible television.)
System: Video Output
Video output mode:
Clock: Date ---> Time
480p: Progressive video 480i: Interlace video
Language: OSD
Playback: Aspect Ratio
Record: DVD Quality ( HQ, SP, LP, EP and SLP )
Tape Quality ( SP and EP )
Audio: Digital Output ( PCM / Bit Stream )
5. Press [ENTER] to save the settings.
Note:
6. Press [SETUP] again to exit the setup menu or press [] to
If you accidentally activate the progressive scan mode and want
return to the previous menu. Select “EXIT” and press
to cancel it, press [] and the number buttons of “6,” “0,” “9,”
[ENTER] to exit the setup menu. “9” and [ENTER]. The unit will be turned off. Press [POWER] to
switch it on.
Note: Setting Aspect Ratio
To record TV programs using the timer record feature, you must
Select “4:3” (regular) or “16:9” (widescreen) to suit your
set the time accurately.
television. If you have a regular 4:3 television, you can also
select how video on some DVD discs is presented.
Setting Date/Time 1. Press [SETUP] to display the Setup menu.

2. Press [] [] to select “Playback” and press [ENTER].
3. Press [] [] to select “Aspect Ratio” and press [ENTER].
2. Press [] [] to select “Clock” and press [ENTER].
3. Press [] [] to select “Date” and press [ENTER].
4:3 Letter Box
4. Press [] [] [] [] or number buttons (0~9) to adjust the
(select when you connect the unit to a
date and confirm with [ENTER].
normal (4:3) TV)
5. Press [] [] to select “Time” and press [ENTER]. When playing back a DVD-VIDEO disc
6. Press [] [] or number buttons (0~9) to adjust the time recorded in wide picture format, the
and confirm with [ENTER]. picture is shown with black bars at the
top and bottom.
Using the “Auto Clock” function
4:3 Pan & Scan
(select when you connect the unit to a
2. Press [] [] to select “Clock” and press [ENTER].
normal (4:3) TV)
3. Press [] [] to select “Auto Clock” and press [ENTER]. When playing back a DVD-VIDEO disc
4. Press [] [] to select “On” to activate the function and recorded in wide picture format, the
press [ENTER]. picture is zoomed to fill the screen
5. Press [] [] to select “Time Zone” and press [ENTER]. vertically, and the left and right sides of
Press [] [] to select a time zone in which you live, or the image are chopped off. Note,
select “Auto’ and press [ENTER]. however, that the picture will be shown in the 4:3 LB mode
6. Press [] [] to select “Daylight Sav.” and press [ENTER]. even if you select the 4:3 PS mode depending on the disc.
Press [] [] to select “Auto”, “On” or “Off” to make proper 16:9 Wide Screen
adjustment and press [ENTER]. (select when you connect the unit to a
Note: wide-screen (16:9) TV)
Make sure that the time and date are correctly set before
programming the timer recording. If the time is incorrectly set, Note:
you may not achieve desired timer recording result. You cannot change the “Aspect Ratio”
setting during playback.
Setting Video Output Setting Audio Output

2. Press [] [] to select “Audio” and press [ENTER].
2. Press [] [] to select “System” and press [ENTER].
3. Press [] [] to select “Video Output” and press [ENTER].
Digital Output: PCM / Bit Stream (Enable digital audio
4. Press [] [] to select “COMPONENT” or “PROGRESSIVE”
output with PCM or encoded data)
and press [ENTER].
DTS Out: ON / OFF
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TV Channel Setup
Scanning TV Channels
When the “Scan Channel” function is activated, the TV channels
are searched and stored in a specific order. If the channel assign-
ment of your TV content provider changes, or if you are reinstalling
the unit, you may need to go through this process again. This will
replace the stored TV channels with the new ones.
Before channel scanning, set “TV Signal” first.
1. Make sure the antenna cables are securely

connected to this unit.
2. Turn on the TV set and the unit.

4. Press [] [] [] [] to select the channel(s) that
3. Press [SETUP] to display the Setup menu, press [] you want to add or delete and press [ENTER] for
[] to select “TV Tuner” and press []. confirmation.
4. Press [] [] to select “TV Signal” and press

[]. Press [] [] to select “Antenna,” “Cable,”
“HRC,” or “IRC” depending on how you receive your
terrestrial TV channels and press [ENTER]. Press
[] to return to the previous menu and save the
setting. Move the cursor to the TV channel and you can press [ENTER]
again to cancel the delete operation.
5. Press [] [] to select “Utilities” and press
[]. Press [] [] to select “Start Scan” 5. Press [] [] [] [] to select “EXIT” and press
and press [ENTER] to start channel scanning. [ENTER] to save the settings and exit the Add/Delete
menu.
Swapping TV Channels
This function allows you to manually change the TV channel order
stored in this unit to match the sequence saved in your TV.
1. Press [SETUP] to display the Setup menu. Press []

[] to select “TV Tuner” and press [].
The TV channel scanning starts. This may take a few minutes. 2. Press [] [] to select “Swap” and press
To stop channel scanning, go to “Stop Scan” and press [ENTER]. [ENTER] to bring up the Swap menu.
6. When all the TV channels have been searched 3. Select the TV channel(s) to be changed and
and stored, press [SETUP] to exit. press [ENTER] to mark it/them.
4. Press [] [][] [] to select a new channel

position and press [ENTER] to swap.
Adding or Deleting TV Channels

Press [] [] to select “TV Tuner” and press [].
2. Press [] [] to select “Utilities” and press [].
3. Press [] [] to select “Add/Delete” and press 5. To swap more TV channels, repeat step 3 to
[ENTER] to bring up the Add/Delete menu. complete the settings.
6. Select “EXIT” to save the setting and exit the

Swap menu.
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Channel Editor
Before using ‘Channel Editor’ menu
Make sure that the antenna cables are securely connected to Renaming TV Channels
the unit.
1. On the “Channel Editor” menu, press [] [] to
Adding or Deleting TV Channels
select one of the TV channels and press [].
2. Press [] [] to select “Rename” and press
2. Switch your TV’s input source to “AV.” [ENTER].
The keypad for entering a title name appears.
3. Press [SOURCE] to switch to “TV.”
4. Press [EDIT] to bring up the “Channel Editor” menu.

Press [] [] to select one of the TV channels and
press [ENTER].
Move the cursor to the TV channel to make selection and press
[ENTER] again to cancel the “Delete” operation.
3. Select the desired characters from the keypad. Press

[ENTER] after each entry.
4. When completed, press [] [][] [] to select

“EXIT.” Press [ENTER] to save the setting and exit
the “Channel Editor” menu.
5. Repeat as necessary. Note:
You only can enter up to 5 characters for a name.
“EXIT.” Press [ENTER] to save the setting and exit Inserting New TV channels
Moving up/down TV Channels
2. Press [] [] to select “Insert To” and press
1. On the “Channel Editor” menu, press [] [] to [ENTER].
2. Press [] [] to select “Move Up” or “Move

Down” and press [ENTER].
The channel moves up or down the list.
Each time you press [] [] and the item changes as follows.
3. Press [] [][] [] to enter the channel number

and press [ENTER].
The channel moves to the new position.
4. Repeat as necessary.
3. Repeat as necessary. 5. When completed, press [] [][] [] to select

4. When completed, press [] [][] [] to select the “Channel Editor” menu.
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Channel Editor
Swapping TV Channels 6. Press [] [][] [] to enter the Guide Channel
This function allows you to manually change the TV channel Number (GCN) and press [ENTER].
positions stored in the unit to match those stored in your TV set.

2. Press [] [] to select “Swap With” and press

[ENTER].
3. Press [] [][] [] to enter the channel number

and press [ENTER].
The channel will change its position.

Mapping Channels for the VCR Plus+ System
The VCR Plus+ programming system greatly simplifies the timer

recording process. To record a show, simply look up its
PlusCode programming number in your newspaper or magazine
listings, and enter it on the Timer Record menu.
To get started, you must first match your local TV channels to
the Guide Channel Numbers (GCNs). This one-time procedure is
known as “Channel Mapping.”
2. Switch your TV’s input source to “AV.”
3. Press [SOURCE] to switch to “TV.”
4. Press [EDIT] to bring up the “Channel Editor”

menu, press [] [] to select one of the TV
channels and press [].
5. Press [] [] to select the “GCN” and press

[ENTER].
The “Guide Channel Number (GCN)” menu is displayed.
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Recording
*LVC-9016G: This unit can record on DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW Press [RECORD] to start recording.
discs and VHS tapes. After [RECORD] is pressed, it may take a few seconds for the unit
*LVC-9017GDL: This unit can record on DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/ to initialize.
+RW, DVD+R DL (double layer) discs and VHS tapes.
Before recording
Please use qualified recordable discs/VHS tapes to achieve best
recording quality. Check our website for the recommended media
list.
Note:
For discs:
1. DVD+R/-R and DVD+R DL discs are write-once media, and
DVD+RW/-RW discs are rewritable media. Recording continues until it is manually stopped or when the disc
2. Before playing a DVD+R/DVD+R DL/DVD-R/DVD-RW disc on or the VHS tape is full.
other compatible equipment, you need to finalize the disc.
3. You cannot add new recording sessions to DVD-R/DVD-RW/ To stop recording
DVD+R/DVD+R DL discs after the discs are finalized.
When you press [ STOP] , it may take a few seconds for the
4. In some cases, you may not be able to add new recording
recording to stop and the session to close.
sessions to a recordable disc which contains sessions
recorded with other DVD recorders.
5. If a power failure occurs, the program you are recording may
be lost.
For VHS tapes:
Break the video cassettes’ tab to prevent accidental erasure. Cover
the hole with a double layer of adhesive tape when you want to use
the VHS tapes for recording again.
Recording Television Programs

To pause recording
Press [ PAUSE] to pause recording, and press [ PAUSE] or
1. Press [ POWER] to turn on the unit. [RECORD] to resume recording.
2. Make sure that a recordable disc or a VHS tape

is inserted or loaded for recording.
When you insert a new recordable DVD disc for recording, the
recorder will automatically start the disc preparation process.
3. Press [SOURCE] and [] [] to select “TV” as the

signal input source.
To change the recording mode

Press [SETUP] to adjust the setting through the Setup menu
(Setup --> Record --> DVD Quality or Tape Quality)
4. Press [ CH ] or press [] [] to select a DVD Quality Tape Quality
channel you want to record.
You can also use the number buttons on the remote control to
enter the desired channel number. Press [ENTER] after the desired Note:
channel number is selected. You cannot change the recording mode once a recording session
Note: has begun. The new setting will not be valid until the next recording
Once recording has begun, you cannot change the channel. session.
5. Press [VHS] or [DVD] to select the target medium for To check the media status while recording
recording. Press [DISPLAY] , the recording information is displayed.
The VHS tape begins recording at the point where it was left. You
must select the desired recording location on the tape.
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Recording
Adding New Recordings Using DVD Menu
Press [RECORD] to start a new recording session and The DVD menu displays all the titles (programs) recorded on a
press [ STOP] at the point you want to stop. disc.You can directly select the one you want to play on the menu.
1. Press [ PLAY] or [ GUIDER]

Press [DVD] on the remote control to switch to DVD control mode
first. The DVD menu is displayed when you press [ PLAY] or
when you press [ GUIDER], “Playback” and “Play Disc.”
Note:
1. For DVD discs, each new recording session is placed after the
previous session unless a certain recording title is set to be 2. Press [] [] to select a title (program) you want to
overwritten. play and press [ENTER].
2. The VHS tape begins recording at the point where it was left.
You must select the desired recording location on the tape.
3. Before you start, please check whether the disc or the VHS tape
has enough space for the recording.
Changing Chapter Interval (DVD Disc Only)
Creating chapters while recording

The unit automatically divides a session into chapters by inserting To scroll the DVD menu by page
chapter marks at 5/10/15/20/25/30-minute intervals during the To browse the menu page(s), press [] [] [] [] to select
recording process. the or icon and press [ENTER], or press [ NEXT]
or [ PREVIOUS].
2. Press [] [] to select “Record” and press [].
3. Press [] [] to select “Chapter Mark” and press

[] . Press [] [] to set the chapter interval and
[ENTER] for confirmation.
To switch to “Text View” display

To switch to a text-based Disc Menu, select the “Text View” icon
and press [ENTER]. Only in “Text View” mode can you see the
full name of your recorded titles. To switch back to the graphical
menu, select the “Thumbnail View” icon and press [ENTER].
4. When completed, press [SETUP] to exit the

“SETUP” menu and save the settings.
Note:
During DVD disc recording, press [EDIT] to manually add a
chapter mark(s) in a recording session.
One-Touch Recording
Playing Recordings on a VHS Tape
Before performing this function, you need to select the
target medium for the recording. Use “One-touch recording”
to start recording immediately in 30-minute blocks. Press Press [ PLAY]
[RECORD] twice to start a 30-minute recording session. Press 1. Press [VHS] on the remote control to switch to tape control
[RECORD] repeatedly to extend recording sessions, up to 6 mode. Press [ F.F.] or [ REW] to fast forward or rewind
hours in thirty-minute increments. Pressing [RECORD] when the the tape to the point you want to start playback from.
timed recording exceeds the 6-hour constraint automatically 2. Press [ PLAY] and playback begins.
turns “one-touch recording” OFF. The length of recording
depends on the current mode of recording quality and the
amount of time available on the disc/VHS tape.
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Recording
Press [ GUIDER] To start recording:

1. Press [ GUIDER] to display the Easy Guider menu.
2. Press [] [] to select “Playback” and then press 1. Press [SETUP] and then select “Record” to set the
[ENTER]. desired recording mode.
3. Press [] [] to select “Play Tape” and press [ENTER].
DVD Quality Tape Quality

Recording from External Devices is inserted or loaded for recording.
When you insert a new recordable disc for recording, the recorder
Connect external equipment using standard CVBS (RCA) analog will automatically start the disc preparation process.
audio/video cable or IEEE-1394 cable to record contents or
camcorder footage onto a disc in the digital video format or onto a 3. Press [SOURCE] to select a signal input source
VHS tape in the analog video format. depending how the VCR or camcorder is connected
to the unit.
Recording from External Devices: VCR or
Camcorder
Connect a video cassette recorder or camcorder to the unit’s input
terminals. AV1-Front: For a device connected to the front Audio/Video Input.
AV2-Rear: For a device connected to the rear Audio/Video Input.
Via Front-Panel Jacks: S-Video: For a device connected to the rear S-Video Input.
DV: For a device (such as a digital camcorder) connected to the
front DV Input with a DV cable.
4. Press [DVD] to control the DVD deck or [VHS] to

control the VCR deck first.
5. Cue the source VCR or the camcorder and start

playback at the beginning of the scene you wish to
record.
6. Press [RECORD] to start recording.
Via Rear-Panel Jacks :
7. Press [ STOP] to stop recording.
To pause recording:
Press [ PAUSE] to pause recording.
If you want to resume recording, press [ PAUSE] again or
[RECORD].
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Recording
Recording from External Devices: DV 8. Resume playback of the DV camcorder and press
Camcorder [RECORD] on the remote control to start
recording.
1. Connect the DV camcorder to the unit using an
IEEE-1394 4-pin cable.
Press [ PAUSE ] to pause recording.

Press [ PAUSE ] again or [RECORD] to resume
recording.
Press [ STOP] to stop recording.
Note: DV Control
1. The DV-Link input jack on this unit is for DV compatible
camcorders only. This unit allows basic DV control functions with the remote control.
2. Only DV signals can be input via the DV-Link jack to this VCR/ The unit is equipped with an on-screen DV control bar (Play, Stop,
DVD recorder. FF or Reverse) feature when the DV is connected to the unit via the
3. Do not connect a MICRO MV format video camcorder to this DV- DV Link connection. Move the screen cursor to the desired function
Link (IEEE-1394) jack. by pressing [] [] [] [] and press [ENTER].
4. You cannot connect more than two pieces of video input sources
at the same time to the front-panel connector of this unit.
5. Despite the technology endeavour with which this VCR/DVD
recorder is built, it is likely that your DV may not be fully
supported by the recorder. If you still experience problem using
the DV-Link for recording, please connect your DV via S-Video or
composite cables to this DVD recorder.
2. Turn on your TV and this unit.

will automatically start the disc preparation process. 1. Press [] [] to select ( ) and press [ENTER] to
fast-forward the DV camcorder footages.
4. Turn on the DV camcorder and initiate it in “Play-
back” mode. Pause playback on the DV camcorder at 2. Press [] [] to select ( ) and press [ENTER] to
the point where you want to start recording from. rewind the DV camcorder footages.
5. Press [SOURCE] on the remote control to change 3. Press [] [] to select ( ) and press [ENTER] to
signal input source to “DV.” stop the DV Camcorder playback.
4. Press [] [] to select ( ) and press [ENTER] to

start the DV Camcorder playback.
5. Press [] [] to select ( ) and press [ENTER] to

AV1-Front: For a device connected to the front Audio/Video Input. pause the DV Camcorder playback.
AV2-Rear: For a device connected to the rear Audio/Video Input.
S-Video: For a device connected to the rear S-Video Input.
DV: For a device (such as a digital camcorder) connected to the Note:
front DV Input with a DV cable. This unit will stay in “Pause” mode when no DV input signal is
detected.
6. Press [DVD] to control the DVD recorder or [VHS] to
control the VCR deck.
7. Cue the DV camcorder and start playback at the

beginning of the scene you wish to record.
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Recording
Using “Easy Guider” to Record DV Signals 9. Press [] [] to select a recording quality and
press [ENTER].
1. Connect the DV camcorder to the unit using an Disc Quality Tape Quality
IEEE-1394 4-pin cable.
2. Turn on your TV and this unit.
3. Make sure a recordable disc or a video cassette is

inserted or loaded for recording.
will automatically start the disc preparation process.
4. Turn on the DV camcorder. Start playback on the DV 10. Press [ENTER] to start recording.
camcorder and cue at the point where you want to
start recording from.
5. Press [ GUIDER] to display the Easy Guider

menu.
6. Press [] [] to select “Record” and press

[ENTER].
otes:
Press [ PAUSE ] to pause recording .

Press [ PAUSE ] again or [RECORD] to resume
recording.
Press [ STOP] to stop recording.
Note:
7. Press [] [] to select “Record Disc” or “Record 1. This unit stays in “Pause” mode when no DV input signal is
Tape” and press [ENTER]. detected.
2. Before playing a DVD+R/DVD+R DL (double layer)/DVD-R/DVD-
RW disc on other compatible equipment, you need to finalize
the disc.
8. Press [] [] to select “DV” and press [ENTER].
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Timer Recording
*LVC-9016G: This unit can record on DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW 7. Press [] [] to select “Date” and press [ENTER] .
discs and VHS tapes. Press [] [] [] [] to make your selection and [ENTER] for
*LVC-9017GDL: This unit can record on DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/ confirmation. To enter the number, use the number buttons (0~9).
+RW, DVD+R DL (double layer) discs and VHS tapes. Once DATE: MM/DD
Weekly DATE: SUN/MON/TUE/WED/THU/FRI/SAT
Before using “Timer Record” Daily DATE:- - - - -
Please check whether the recordable disc or the VHS tape has (When the “daily” mode is selected, skip to step 8)
enough space for the timer recording session(s). Before you start
to record, follow the steps listed below to set the date, time, picture 8. Press [] [] to select “Start” and press [ENTER] to
quality and channel of the program. set the start time for the timer recording session.
When completed, press [ENTER] for confirmation.
Setting Timer Program TIME:0 1 : 2 8 A (HH/MM/AM or PM)
1. Press [ POWER] to turn on the unit. 9. Press [] [] to select “End” and press [ENTER] to
set the end time for the timer recording session.
2. Make sure that a recordable disc or a VHS tape When completed, press [ENTER] for confirmation.
When you insert a new recordable disc for recording, the recorder When scheduling timer recording on a DVD disc, the unit automati-
will automatically start the disc preparation process. cally sets the recording quality depending on the length of the
recorded item. If you wish to set other modes of recording quality,
3. Press [TIMER] to display the Timer-Record menu. proceed with step 11.
10. Press [] [] to select “Source” and press

[ENTER] to set the signal input source.
Press [] [] to select among “TV,” “AV1-Front,” “AV2-Rear,” “S-
Video” or “DV” and press [ENTER] for confirmation.
Source: TV <--> AV1-Front <--> AV2-Rear<-->S-Video
<-- >DV
When TV is selected, press [] [] to select the channel and
press [ENTER].
4. Press [] [] to select one of the timer setting

items from the list and press [].
5. Press [] [] to move to the disc/tape icon and

press [ENTER] to select to record on a disc or a
tape.
11. Press [] [] to select “Quality” and press

[ENTER] to set the mode of recording quality.
DVD disc recording mode:

HQ <-> SP <-> LP <-> EP <-> SLP
Tape recording mode:

SP <-> EP
6. Press [] [] to select “Mode” and press [ENTER] .
Press [] [] to select among “Once,” “Weekly” or “Daily” and
press [ENTER] for confirmation.
Mode: Once <-> Weekly <-> Daily
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Timer Recording
12. Press [] [] to select the icon and press
[ENTER] to exit the Timer-Record menu.
Recording TV Programs Using the VCR Plus+®
System
1. Press [ POWER] to turn on the unit.

will automatically start the disc preparation process.
3. Press [TIMER] to display the Timer-Record menu.

If you wish to delete a timer program on the list, press [] [] []
[] to move to the icon and press [ENTER]. The item is
deleted.
13. Press [POWER] to turn off the unit and activate the
timer record function.
Note:
1. Make sure that a recordable disc or a VHS tape is inserted or
loaded for recording before the scheduled session starts. 4. Press [][] to select one of the timer setting
2. Check the “Status” column to see the recording failure analysis: list and press [].
OK The timer program is set and ready to be recorded. 5. Press [] [] to move to the disc/tape icon and
Error There is a problem with the timer program settings. press [ENTER] to select to record on a disc or a
Change the settings until the status is “OK.” tape.
Done The timer program is recorded successfully.
Fail The unit is unable to record the preset timer program.
Move the cursor to the “Status” column to view the cause
of error (“No Disc,” “Media Defect,” “Disc Full,” and etc.).
6. Press [] [] to select “Mode” and press [ENTER] .

Press [] [] to select among “Once,” “Weekly” or “Daily” and
press [] to select “PlusCode#” to press [ENTER].
Mode: Once <-> Weekly <-> Daily
The bar to enter the PlusCode number is displayed.
7. Press the number buttons (0~9) to enter the

PlusCode number and press [ENTER].
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Timer Recording
8. Press [] [] to select “Date” and press [ENTER] .
Press [] [] [] [] to make your selection and [ENTER] for
confirmation. To enter the number, use the number buttons (0~9).
Once DATE: MM/DD
Weekly DATE: SUN/MON/TUE/WED/THU/FRI/SAT
Daily DATE:- - - - -
If you make a mistake, press [] to re-enter the

correct number.
ote:
When scheduling timer recording on a disc, the unit automatically
sets the recording quality depending on the length of the recorded
item. If you wish to set other modes of recording quality, proceed
with step 9.
9. Press [] [] to select “Quality” and then press

[ENTER] to set the mode of recording quality.
DVD disc recording mode:

HQ <-> SP <-> LP <-> EP <-> SLP
Tape recording mode:

SP <-> EP
10 .When finished, press [][] to select the

icon and then press [ENTER] to exit the “Timer-
Record” menu.
If you wish to delete a timer program on the list, press [] [] []
[] to move to the “ ” icon and press [ENTER]. The item is
deleted.
11. Press [POWER] to turn off the unit and activate the
timer record function.
Note:
1. When the timer record function is activated, the “Timer” LED on
the display window will light up.
2. Press [ STOP ] and the recording will be stopped. However,
it may take a few seconds for the system to completely stop
the recording.
3. Press [DISPLAY] and the timer record information is displayed.
4. Check the “Status” column to see the recording failure analysis:
OK The timer program is set and ready to be recorded.

Error There is a problem with the timer program settings.
Change the settings until the status is “OK.”
Done The timer program is recorded successfully.
Fail The unit is unable to record the preset timer program.
Move the cursor to the “Status” column to view the cause
of error (“No Disc,” “Media Defect,” “Disc Full,” and etc.).
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Copying Tapes/Discs
*LVC-9016G: This unit can record on DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW
Copying from Disc to VHS
discs and VHS tapes.
*LVC-9017GDL: This unit can record on DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/ Follow these steps to copy contents on a disc to a VHS tape.
+RW, DVD+R DL (double layer) discs and VHS tapes.
1. Insert the disc you wish to copy to the DVD tray.
Copying from VHS to Disc 2. Insert a VHS tape to the VCR deck. Please ensure
Follow these steps to copy contents on a VHS tape to a record-
that the VHS tape has enough space for the
able disc.
recording session.
Note:
It is not permitted to copy:
3. Press [DVD] on the remote control to control the
1. Macrovision encoded material. If the tape or disc you are
DVD deck. Press [PLAY] to start playing the DVD.
attempting to copy is copy-protected, you will not be able to
copy it.
4. When playback reaches the point from which you
2. You may only use this DVD recorder to reproduce or copy
want to start copying, press [COPY] on the remote
materials for which you own the copyright; or have obtained
control. Or press the [COPY to VHS] button on the
permission to copy from the copyright owner; or you otherwise
front panel.
have a legal right to reproduce or copy. Unless you own the
copyright; or have obtained permission from the copyright owner;
5. Playback will be paused at the starting point.
or otherwise have a legal right to reproduce or copy, you may be
violating the law, including copyright law, and may be subject to
6. Press [COPY] on the remote control again to start
payment of damages and other remedies.
copying. Or press [COPY to VHS] on the front panel
again to start copying. Press [STOP] to cancel the
1. Insert the tape you wish to copy to the VCR deck. recording session.
2. Insert a recordable disc to the DVD tray. 7. When completed, press [STOP] to stop copying.
3. Press the [VHS] button on the remote control to

Note:
control the VCR deck. Press [PLAY] to start playing
You can also use Easy Guider to copy tapes and discs. Reference
the tape.
the “Easy Guider” section.
4. When playback reaches the point from which you
want to start copying, press [COPY] on the remote
control. Or press the [COPY to DVD] button on the
front panel.
5. Playback will be paused at the starting point.
6. Press [COPY] on the remote control again to start

copying. Or press [COPY to DVD] on the front panel
again to start copying. Press [STOP] to cancel the
recording session.
7. When completed, press [STOP] to stop copying.
Note:
You can also use Easy Guider to copy tapes and discs. Reference
the “Easy Guider” section.
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Playback
DVD/VCD/SVCD video disc and video cassette playback
Before you can start to enjoy the digital audio and video on DVDs or video cassettes, make sure you have made necessary system settings
through the Setup menu, so that the VCR/DVD recorder corresponds to your other home systems. Having made these settings, you are now
ready to start using the unit to enjoy DVDs, Video CDs, and CDs and video cassettes.
Playing DVD Disc Press [ PAUSE] to pause playback.

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the
Press [ PAUSE] again to start “frame by frame
television to suit the connections for this VCR/DVD recorder.
mode”.
Press [ POWER ] to turn on the unit. Press repeatedly to advance DVDs and Video CDs frame by
Press to turn the unit on or off. frame during playback in pause mode.
Lights up in red when the power is off. Press [ PLAY] to restart normal playback .
Press [ DVD ] to switch the remote control mode to Press [ STOP] to stop playback.
DVD.
Make sure you press the button before performing any DVD Press [ DISPLAY ] to display the information of
operations. When in DVD mode, the indicator beneath the DVD DVD/VCD/SVCD disc and the unit.
disc tray’s [ EJECT ] button lights each time you press the
[DVD] button. Press [ TOP MENU ] to display the disc menu on the
When the light is: TV screen.
1. Green: the disc drive is in either “idle” or “playback” Press to return to the DVD’s title or disc root menu for the
mode and you can press valid keys for the DVD to function. current title during playback.
2. Orange: the disc drive is in preparation mode and will not CD SVCD
function when you press any key.
Press number buttons (0~9) to select an item of the title menu.
3. Red: the disc drive is in “record” mode. Pressing
[ STOP] stops the recording. Press [] [] [] [] to select an item and press [ENTER].
Press [ EJECT ] to open the disc tray and place

the disc label-up on the tray.
Press [ PLAY ] to start playback.
Press [ F.F. ] to perform fast forward scanning.

Press repeatedly to play the disc forward at 2x, 4x, 8x ,16x.
Press [ MENU] to display the title menu on the TV

screen.
Press [ REW ] to perform fast reverse scanning. Press [] [] [] [] to select an item and press [ENTER].
Press repeatedly to play the disc reverse at 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, Press [ COPY] to copy the disc contents to a video
16x. cassette.
Press [COPY] for a second time to confirm the copy action.
Press [ NEXT] to advance to the next chapter/ Note:

When a remote control is not available, press the “DVD copy”
track. button on the front panel twice to copy the contents from a DVD
Press repeatedly to skip to the next chapter during playback. disc to a video cassette.
REGION CODE INFORMATION
Press [ PREVIOUS] to reverse to a previous
This DVD recorder is designed and manufactured to comply with
chapter. region code management guidelines. Make sure the region
Press repeatedly to return to the beginning of previous chapter number of the DVD title corresponds to this DVD recorder. This
during playback. DVD recorder will not play DVD titles whose region codes do not
match.
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Playback
Playing VHS Tape Press [ PAUSE] again to start “frame by frame

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the mode”.
television to suit the connections for this VCR/DVD recorder. Press repeatedly to advance recordings frame by frame during
playback in pause mode.
Press [ PLAY] to restart normal playback .
Press [ POWER ] to turn on the unit.
Press to turn the unit on or off. Press [ DISPLAY ] to display the information of the
Lights up in red when the power is off. video cassette, the unit and the tape counter.
Press [ TRACK +] or [TRACK -] to adjust the play-

Press [VHS] to switch the remote control mode to
back quality
VCR.
If picture is distorted or there are noise lines on screen during
Make sure you press the button before performing any VCR
playback, press TRACK (+/-) to adjust playback quality till it is
operations. When in VCR mode, the indicator beneath the
acceptable.
cassette loading slot’s [ EJECT ] button lights each time Note:
you press the [VHS] button. In some cases, poor playback quality is likely to be resulted from
When the light is: media conditions which may not be fully correctable.
1. Green: the tape deck is in either “idle” or “playback” mode
and you can press valid keys for the tape deck to function.
2. Orange: the tape deck is in preparation mode and won’t
function when you press any keys.
3. Red: the tape deck is in “record” mode. Pressing
[ STOP] stops the recording.
Press [ EJECT ] to eject the cassette from the

cassette loading slot.
Press [ PLAY ] to start playback.
Press [ F.F. ] to perform fast forward scanning.

Press repeatedly to play the disc forward at 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x.
Press [ REW ] to perform fast reverse scanning.

Press repeatedly to play the disc reverse at 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x,16x.
Press [ PAUSE] to pause playback.
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Playback
Navigation Menu (For Disc) SUBTITLE

During disc playback, press [NAVI.] to display the Navigation To select a subtitle language from those available on the current
menu. Press [] [] [] [] to move the highlight around and disc during playback.
AUDIO
To select a different audio language or sound track during DVD
playback.
Notes:
Pressing [] takes you to the next level of menu. Pressing [] at
the main level of menu closes the Navigation menu.
SLOW MOTION
Select a slow motion speed.
You can choose to play the disc at +1/2x, +1/4x or -1/2x, -1/4x
speed. Press [PLAY] to resume normal playback. Note:
Multiple languages or sound tracks must be available on the DVD.
SEARCH
Locating a desired position in the current title or track (time
search). ANGLE
To select a different camera angle during DVD playback.
Press the number buttons (0~9) to enter the desired time or title.
Example (for DVD VIDEO) No

To playback from
TITLE/CHAPTER : 001/001
or TIME:0 1 : 2 7 : 3 3 (H:M:S)
Example (for SVCD/VCD)

To playback from
Note:
TIME:0 1 : 2 7 : 3 3 Multiple angles must be available on the DVD disc. (within the
current title) or track for playback.
Press [] to correct a mistake.
Press [] repeatedly to move back to the digit where you entered a
wrong number, and re-enter the correct one. INFORMATION
Press [ENTER] to confirm the entry and start playback from the
specified location/time. To enable or disable the DVD/VCD/SVCD disc information.
CM SKIP
Select “CM Skip” and press [ENTER] to fast-forward the playback To exit the Navigation menu
by 30 seconds.
Press [NAVI.] again or [] to exit the Navigation menu.
A-B REPEAT
Starting to repeat a desired part.
Select “Point A” as the beginning of the part you want to repeat.

Select “Point B” as the end of the part you want to repeat.
The unit locates “A” and starts repeat playback between “A” and
“B.” Selecting [Cancel] turns the A-B Repeat mode off. Normal
playback is resumed.
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Playback
Navigation Menu (For VHS Tape)

During VHS tape playback, press [NAVI.] to display the Navigation
menu. Press [] [] [] [] to move the highlight around and
Notes:
Pressing [] takes you to the next level of menu. Pressing [] at
the main level of menu closes the Navigation menu.
CM SKIP
Select “CM Skip” and press [ENTER] to fast-forward the playback
by 30 seconds.
SLOW MOTION
Plays back the recorded session in slow motion (at -1/4x speed).
Press [PLAY] to resume normal playback.
INDEX SEARCH+
INDEX SEARCH-
This unit automatically records special index signals on the tape
every time a recording starts. The index search function makes use
of these index signals to let you find the beginning of a desired
program quickly and easily.
When “Index Search +” is selected, the unit will start searching for
the next index mark.
When “Index Search -” is selected, the unit will start searching for
the previous index mark.
ZERO RETURN
The VHS is rewinded to where the counter shows “00:00:00”
COUNTER SET
Sets the tape counter to “00:00:00” where you select “Counter Set.”
AUTO TRACK
The automatic track function adjusts the picture to remove snow or
streaks. It works in the following cases:
1. When a tape is played for the first time.
2. When the tape speed (SP, EP) changes.
3. When streaks or snow appear because of scratches on the
tape.
AUDIO
Sets tape audio to Hi Fi, Left, Right or Mono.
To exit the Navigation menu

Press [NAVI.] again or [] to exit the Navigation menu.
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Playback
The unit can play an Audio CD, JPEG, or MP3 files on a disc. Playing Audio CD (Programmed Playback)
Playing JPEG Files 1. Place an audio CD disc on the tray.

The disc will begin playback automatically.
1. Place the disc (with JPEG files) on the tray.
The disc will begin playback automatically. 2. Press [EDIT] to stop playback and bring up the
program menu.
2. Press [] or [] to advance to the next picture or
return to the previous picture. 3. Enter the number of the audio file. Repeat as
necessary.
4. Press [PLAY] to start playback.

Playback stops when the list of the programmed playback reaches
its end.
3. Press [][] to “Rotate RIGHT” or “Rotate LEFT” 5. Press [ STOP] to stop the playback at a marked
and “Rotate UP” or “Rotate DOWN.” stop.
Press [ STOP] for a second time to bring the playback to a full
stop.
4. Press [ PAUSE ] to pause the picture playback. Playing Pictures with Music (Slide Show)
Concurrent playback of JPEG and MP3 files on the same disc.
5. Press [ STOP] to stop the playback.
1. Place the disc on the tray.
Playing MP3 Files The disc will begin playback automatically.
2. Press [PLAY ] to start playback.

1. Place the disc (with MP3 files) on the tray.
The disc will begin playback automatically. 3. Press [ NEXT ] or [ PREVIOUS ] to advance
to the next or return to the previous MP3 file.
2. Press [ NEXT ] or [ PREVIOUS ] to advance Or press [] [] to skip the picture.
to the next or return to previous MP3 file.
4. Press [][] to select “Rotate RIGHT” or “Rotate
LEFT” and “Rotate UP” or “Rotate DOWN.”
5. Press [ PAUSE] to pause the slide show playback.

Press [ STOP] to stop the slide show playback.
3. Press [ PAUSE] to pause the MP3 file playback. Note:

1. If an MP3 file name includes any 2-byte character, the unit may
4. Press [ STOP] to stop the playback at a marked not display the file name correctly.
stop. 2. The unit cannot support ID3 tag.
3. The unit does not support MP3-Pro or WMA files.
stop.
4. The unit supports discs recorded with multiple sessions.
5. The unit can only play back pictures or tracks with the following
file extensions: JPG or jpg and MP3 or mp3 etc.
Playing Audio CD
6. The time required for reading disc contents may vary for different
discs. This is dependent upon the numbers of groups (folders)
1. Place the audio CD on the tray. and tracks (files) recorded and etc.
The disc will begin playback automatically. 7. You cannot advance or reverse playback by pressing F.F. or
2. Press [ NEXT] or [ PREVIOUS] to advance to REW. during JPEG/MP3 disc playback.
the next track or return to the previous track. 8. You cannot play audio tracks by pressing the number buttons
during MP3 disc playback.
3. Press [ PAUSE] to pause the playback. 9. This unit supports MP3 file bitrates of: 32Kbps ~ 320Kbps.
4. Press [ STOP] to stop the playback at a marked
stop. Program playback
stop.
5. Use the number buttons (0~9) to select the desired
audio track, and press [ENTER].
Begins playing from a selected track.
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Editing (For DVD Disc Only)
Before starting to edit Protecting a Title
This section explains the basic editing functions offered by this
VCR/DVD recorder. Please finish all the editings before finalizing 1. On the Title Edit menu, press [] [] to select
the disc. You cannot edit a finalized disc. This function is only “Protection” and then press [ENTER].
applicable to recorded video titles on a DVD+R, DVD+R DL or
DVD+RW disc that has not been finalized.
DVD Menu and Edit Menu
1. Press [ PLAY] or [ GUIDER] to display the DVD

menu.
2. Press [] [] to select the “On” icon and then

press [ENTER].
Note:
1. When a title is protected, it cannot be erased or overwritten.
2. Select the session you would like to edit. 2. When a disc is being erased to create a new format, the
protected contents will be deleted permanently.
3. Press [EDIT] to display the Title Edit menu. 3. This function is not applicable to a DVD+R or DVD+R DL disc
which has been finalized.
Overwriting a Title
1. On the Title Edit menu, press [] [] to select

“Overwrite” and then press [ENTER].
Naming a Title
1. On the Title Edit menu, press [] [] to select the

“Edit” icon and then press [ENTER].
The display for entering a title name appears.
2. Press [] [] to select “On” and then press

[ENTER].
Note:
1. For DVD+R or DVD+R DL (double layer) discs, each new
recording session is always placed right after the previous
recording. The original recording sessions cannot be overwritten.
2. For DVD+RW discs, each new recording session can either be
placed right after the previous recording or can directly overwrite
2. Select the desired characters from the keypad, and the selected recording title.
press [ENTER] after each entry. 3. When the “ Overwrite” function is turned on, the recording can be
overwritten. When the function is turned off, the subject cannot
be overwritten. The “Overwrite” function is turned off as the default
setting.
4. This function is not applicable to a DVD+R or DVD+R DL disc
which has been finalized.
Erasing a Title
1. On the Title Edit menu, press [] [] to select
“Erase” and then press [ENTER].
The title is thus erased.
3. When you finish entering the title name, and press
[] [] [] [] to select “Finish.” Press [ENTER] Note:
to exit the title edit menu. 1. After erasing the titles on the DVD+R or DVD+R DL (double
Note: layer) discs, the erased space could not be utilized or re-
1.You only can enter up to 25 characters for a name. allocated.
2. This function is not applicable to a DVD+R or DVD+R DL disc 2. This function is not applicable to a DVD+R or DVD+R DL disc
which has been finalized. which has been finalized.
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Easy Guider
Playback When you select “Record Disc” and insert a non-recordable disc,
follow the on-screen instructions to change to a recordable disc.
menu. Press [] [] to select “Playback” and
press [ENTER].
3. Press [] [] to select the signal input source

and press [ENTER].
2. Press [] [] to select “Play Disc” or “Play Tape”
and press [ENTER] for confirmation.
If you select “TV”, press [] [] to select the channel you want to
record and press [ENTER].
If “Play Disc” is selected, the DVD menu appears. Press [] []
to select a title (program) you want to play and press [ENTER].
4. Press [] [] to select the recording mode and

If “Play Tape” is selected, playback will start. press [ENTER].
Press [ PAUSE] to pause playback. Disc Quality Tape Quality

Press [ PLAY] to resume normal playback .
Press [ STOP] to stop playback at a marked stop.
Press [ STOP] twice to bring the playback to a full
stop.
Record
menu. Press [] [] to select “Record” and press
[ENTER]. 5. Press [ENTER] to confirm recording.
2. Press [] [] to select “Record Disc” or “Record

Tape” and press [ENTER]. Press [ STOP] to stop recording.
Press [ PAUSE] to pause recording.
Note:
You can select “EXIT” and press [ENTER] or press the [GUIDER]
button again to exit the “Easy Guider” menu.
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Easy Guider
Copy Note:
1. Press [ GUIDER] to display the “Easy Guider” You may only use this DVD recorder to reproduce or copy
menu. Press [] [] to select “Copy” and press materials for which you own the copyright; or have obtained
[ENTER]. permission to copy from the copyright owner; or you
otherwise have a legal right to reproduce or copy. Unless
you own the copyright; or have obtained permission from
the copyright owner; or otherwise have a legal right to
reproduce or copy, you may be violating the law, including
copyright law, and may be subject to payment of damages
and other remedies.
2. Press [] [] to select the “from tape to disc” icon Erase
or the “from disc to tape” icon and press [ENTER] The “erase” function is only applicable to discs. Before you utilize
for confirmation. the “erase” function on a disc, please make sure that important
contents are safely backed up. All the disc contents will be
deleted.
For DVD+RW, DVD-RW discs:

For DVD+RW and DVD-RW discs, you can use the “erase”
function to empty the disc and create a new format.
1. Press [ GUIDER ] to display the Easy Guider

3. Press [] [] to select a mode of recording menu. Press [] [] to select “Erase” and press
quality and press [ENTER] for confirmation. [ENTER].
Disc Quality Tape Quality
2. Press [ENTER] to start the erasing process.

4. Press [ENTER] to confirm the copy action.
The recorder will start playing back the contents on the disc or the
tape depending on your setting in step 2 and the contents will be
copied to the destination device.
Press [ STOP] to stop copying.
5. When the process of playing/copying all contents on

the disc or the tape is finished, the logo page is
displayed on-screen.
Note:
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Easy Guider
3. When completed, select “EXIT” and press [ENTER]

to exit the erase menu. Note:
When finished, you can select “EXIT” and press [ENTER] or press
the [ GUIDER] button again to exit the “Easy Guider” menu
during the finalization process.
Note:
You can select “EXIT” and press [ENTER] or press the
[ GUIDER] button again to exit the “Easy Guider” menu.
Finalize
For DVD+R/DVD-R/DVD-RW discs:

Disc finalizing is necessary when you want to play back a DVD+R,
DVD+R DL, DVD-R or DVD-RW disc on another player or a PC.
Note:
For DVD+RW disc, finalizing is NOT required.
1. Press [ GUIDER ] to display the Easy Guider

menu. Press [] [] to select “Finalize” and press
[ENTER].
The finalization process will begin.
2. When completed, select “EXIT” and press [ENTER]

to exit the menu.
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GUI Operation
Changing system settings
Change the settings to suit your preferences and to set up the unit Clock
in the environment in which it is being used. Clock Format
Set the date/time display format
Auto Clock
Enable the clock to be set automatically or manually.
On Off
Date
Set the date
Time
Set the time
Time Zone
Set the time zone
Auto Eastern Central Mountain
Pacific Alaska Hawaii
1) Press [SETUP] to display the Setup menu. Daylight Sav.
2) Press [] [] to select “System,” “Clock,” “Language,” Set to tune to daylight saving time
“Playback,” “Record,” “Audio” or “TV Tuner,” and press Auto On Off
[] or press [] to return to previous level of option.
3) Press [] [] to select the item and press [] or [ENTER].
Language
4) Press [] [] to select the option and press [ENTER].
OSD
To exit the SETUP menu Select a system operating language. The options are:
Press [SETUP] or and press [] until you return to the main level. English (Default), Français, Español
Menu Language
Select a menu operating language. The options are:
English (Default), French, Spanish
Audio Language
System Select a audio operating language. The options are:
English (Default), French, Spanish
Video Output
Subtitle Language
Switch video output signal Select a subtitle operating language. The options are:
Component (Default) Progressive English, French, Spanish
Auto Sleep
Set the sleep timer
Off/30/60/90/120mins ((Default: 120 mins) Playback
Aspect Ratio
Default
Settings of video parameters for playback
---- (Off) Restore
16:9 Wide 4:3 Pan 4:3 L.Box (Default)
Parental
Note: Set content control for supported DVD
Video will not be displayed properly if the selected video output on Set Level (Unlock, 1~8 ) (Default: Unlock)
the player is different from the video output connection. The parental control levels are:
1: Kid Safe 2: G 3: PG
4: PG-13 5: PG-R 6: R
7: NC-17 8: Adult Unlock (Default)
Password
Set a system password. Password is needed for changing
the setting.
OLD Password (XXXX) NEW Password (XXXX)
Confirm (XXXX) *(Default: 0000)
Slide Time
Set the slide show interval while playing JPEG files
Off 3~99 Seconds (Default: 5)
VCD PBC
Enable/Disable playback control for VCD and SVCD
ON (Default) OFF
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Firmware Update
Record As the firmware is continuously refined for greater stability

DVD Quality and compatibility of the player, user may chose to update the
Set the default quality of DVD recording. latest firmware form http://www.liteonit.com/DC/english/
HQ (1hr) SP (2hrs) (Default) download.htm
LP (3hrs) EP (4hrs)
SLP (6hrs)
All operations are written in PDF file. Please follow the
Chapter Mark instructions step by step to complete the firmware update.
Set the interval of chapter auto-insertion while recording.
Off 5/10/15/20/25/30 mins (Default: 5mins)
Tape Quality Caution:

Set the default quality of VHS recording.
Improper firmware update may cause the system
SP (Default) EP
to malfunction.
Audio
Digital Output
Settings of digital audio output.
PCM (Enable digital audio output with PCM data)
Bit Stream (Enable digital audio output with encode data)
DTS Output
Enable/Disable Digital Theater System output.
ON (Enable Digital Theater System mode)
OFF (Disable Digital Theater System mode)
TV Tuner
TV Signal
Select the type of antenna input.
Antenna, Cable, HRC, IRC
Country
Select the country where the terrestrial TV channels are
received.
Utilities
Select to start scanning channel, or to add/delete a channel,
or to swap the TV channel )
Start Scan/Stop Scan: Starts/stops channel scanning
Add/Delete: Adds/deletes TV channels stored in

the DVD recorder
Swap: Swaps the channel order stored in

the DVD recorder.
Fine
Fine-tune the received terrestial signals
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Glossary
480i/480p DVD+RW
Indicates the number of scanning lines and scanning format of an DVD+RW is a recordable and rewritable disc. DVD+RW use a
image signal. recording format that is comparable to a DVD-Video format.
480i indicates 480 scanning lines with interlace format, and 480p
indicates 480 scanning lines with progressive format. Interlace output
NTSC, the video signal standard, has 480 interlaced (I) scan lines,
Aspect ratio The Interlaced scanning system places lines of the second half of
Aspect ratio refers to the length to height ratio of TV screens. The the picture in-between lines of the first half of the picture.
ratio of a standard TV is 4:3, while the ratio of a high-definition or
wide TV is 16:9. The letter box mode allows you to enjoy a picture JPEG
with a wider perspective. A popular file format for still image compression and storage.
JPEG stands for “Joint Photographic Experts Group”. There are
Bit Stream three sub-types of the JPEG format as follows.
The digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1-channel) •Baseline JPEG: used for digital cameras, the web, etc.
before it is decoded into its various channels. •Lossless JPEG: an old type, rarely used now.
Chapter / Title Linear PCM audio

Chapter is the smallest division and title is the largest division on a PCM stands for “Pulse Code Modulation”. Linear PCM is the usual
DVD VIDEO. A chapter is a division of a title and similar to a track method for digitally encoding audio without compression, and is
for Video CD or Audio CD. used for the audio tracks on DVD VIDEO discs, Audio CDs, etc.
Component video MP3

Video signals with three channels of separate information that MP3 (MPEG1 audio layer 3) is a compressed audio file format.
makes up the picture. There are some types of component video, Files are recognized by their file extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.
such as R/G/B and Y/Cb(Pb)/Cr(Pr).
MPEG
Composite video MPEG stands for “ Moving Picture Experts Group”. This is an
A single video signal commonly used in most consumer video international standard for compression of moving images.
products that contains all luminance, color, and synchronization On some DVDs, digital audio has been compressed and recorded
information. in this format.
Dolby Digital® NTSC (National Television System Committee)

A six-channel system consisting of left, center, right, left rear, right The initials stand for National Television Standards Committee. This
rear and LFE (Low-Frequency Effect channel, for use with a sub- is the committee that established the standards for television
woofer) channels. It requires a Dolby Digital® decoder, either in the systems in the United States. The NTSC standard broadcasts 525
player or in an external receiver to regenerate the sound. All or 480 lines of resolution per second, and 30 frames per second of
processing is done in the digital domain. refresh rate, 60 Hz field frequency. NTSC TV system is widely
Not all Dolby Digital discs contain six (5.1) channels of information. used in USA, Canada, Latin America and Taiwan etc.
DTS® (Digital Theater Systems) PAL (Phase Alternation by Line)

DTS® stands for Digital Theater Systems. DTS® is a Digital PAL (Phase Alteration Line) is the color television broadcast
Surround audio encoding format configured with six (5.1) channels, standard throughout the Western Europe (except in France, where
similar to Dolby Digital®. It requires a DTS® decoder, either in the SECAM is the standard), Australia, China, Singapore and Malaysia
player or in an external receiver to regenerate the sound. All etc. It has 625 lines of vertical resolution per second and 25 frames
processing is done in the digital domain. per second refresh rate, 50 Hz field frequency.
Not all DTS discs contain six (5.1) channels of information.
PBC
DVD-R Playback Control. A special feature on a Video CD or Super VCD
DVD-R is a recordable disc that is the same size as a DVD-Video. that enables interactive use.
Contents can be recorded only once to a DVD-R,and will have the
same format as a DVD-Video. S-Video
A video signal which improves picture quality over standard
DVD-RW composite connections. Used on Super VHS, DVD, high end TV
DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc that is the same size monitors, etc.
as a DVD-Video. DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode and
Video mode.DVD created in video mode has the same format as a Track
DVD-Video ,while discs created in VR(Video Recording)mode allow SVCD, VCD, Audio CD discs use tracks to divide up the content of
the contents to be programmed or edited a disc.
DVD+R
DVD+R is a recordable disc that is the same size as a DVD-Video.
Contents can be recorded only once to a DVD+R,and will have the
same format as a DVD-Video.
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Specifications
AUDIO RECORDING FORMAT

MEDIA TYPES SUPPORTED (Read Only)
DVD: Dolby Digital 2-channel
DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-ROM, CD-R/-RW, CD-ROM,
VHS: FM audio
VHS tape
CONTENT FORMAT SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMAT SUPPORTED - PLAYBACK

1) DVD-Video Analog output 2-channel
2) DVD+VR (DVD+VR format is compatible with DVD-Video in most cases) Digital output coaxial
3) Video CD Format supported LPCM/Dolby Digital/MP3
4) Super VCD
5) Audio CD
6) MP3 Maximum number of files recognizable: 1000 files AUDIO PERFORMANCE
Compression rate: 32 kbps ~ 320 kbps DA Converter 24-bit/96KHZ
7) JPEG Maximum number of pictures recognizable: 1000 files AD Converter 24-bit/96KHZ
Signal-Noise (1kHz) ≥90dB
Dynamic Range (1kHz) ≥80dB
RECORDABLE MEDIA SUPPORTED
Channel Separation (1kHz) ≥110dB
1) DVD-R/-RW (DVD+VR Mode)
2) DVD+R/+RW (DVD+VR Mode) Total Harmonic Distortion (1kHz) ≤-65dB
3) DVD+R DL (double layer) (DVD+VR Mode) *LVC-9017GDL only
4) VHS Tape TUNER
TV format NTSC
VIDEO RECORDING MODE

Mode DVD (4.7GB) DVD+R DL (8.5GB)* VHS (T120 Tape) CONNECTIONS
Front Panel
HQ 1 hour 115 minutes -
Video Input Cinch (yellow) x1
SP 2 hours 230 minutes 2 hours Audio L/R Input Cinch (white/red) x1
DV Input IEEE 1394 (4-pin) x1
LP 3 hours 345 minutes -
EP 4 hours 460 minutes 6 hours Rear Panel

RF Input Coaxial x1
SLP 6 hours 690 minutes -
RF Output Coaxial x1
* LVC-9017GDL Video Input Cinch (yellow) x1
Video Output Cinch (yellow) x1
VIDEO RECORDING FORMAT (DVD Disc) Audio L/R Input Cinch (white/red) x1
MPEG-2: DVD+VR (HQ/SP/LP/EP mode) Audio L/R Output Cinch (white/red) x1
MPEG-1: DVD+VR (SLP mode) S-Video Input Hosiden (4-pin) x1
S-Video Output Hosiden (4-pin) x1
TV STANDARD & VIDEO RESOLUTION Component Video Output Cinch (green/blue/red) x1 (Y, Pb, Pr)
Progressive Scan Output 480p
NTSC PAL Digital Audio Output Coaxial x1
Scan Frequency 60Hz 50Hz
Number of lines 525 lines 625 lines GENERAL
Power Supply AC 100-120V 50-60Hz
DVD-Video Power Consumption Approx. 50W
• Horiz.Resolution 720 pixels 720 pixels Operating Temperature +5°C to +40°C (+36°F to +104°F)
• Vertical Resolution 480 lines 576 lines Operating Humidity 5% to 80% RH
Dimensions(W/H/D): 430 x 93 x 345 mm
SVCD Net Weight: Approx. 7 kg
• Horiz.Resolution 352 pixels 352 pixels
• Vertical Resolution 480 lines 576 lines
Note:
VCD The specifications and design of this product are subject to change
• Horiz.Resolution 352 pixels 352 pixels without notice.
• Vertical Resolution 240 lines 288 lines
VIDEO PERFORMANCE
DA Converter 10-bit/27MHz
Composite Output 1 Vp-p 75 Ohm
S-Video Output Y : 1 Vp-p 75 Ohm
C: 0.286 Vp-p 75 Ohm
Components Output Y : 1 Vp-p 75 Ohm
PB: 0.7 Vp-p 75 Ohm
PR :0.7 Vp-p 75 Ohm
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Troubleshooting
Picture No playback on DVD recorder.

--> There are no recordings on the disc. Check the disc first.
--> A disc not supported by this unit is inserted. Check the playable
The image from this unit does not appear on the
disc type list.
television.
--> The way you inserted the disc is wrong. Insert the disc with the
--> Make sure that the TV is connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO
label side facing up. If there is no label on the disc, check the
terminal, S-VIDEO out terminal or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
disc retailer.
terminals on this unit. (Refer to CONNECTING UP section)
--> Wrong region code: The region code on the recorder must match
--> Make sure that the television’s input setting is correct.
the one on disc.
--> Make sure that a disc is well-placed on the disc tray and is
--> Parental control is ‘On’. You have to unlock it first. (default code
compatible to the local TV system (NTSC or PAL)
of the recorder: 0000)
--> Check whether the recorder is set to the progressive mode with
--> Check if the cables are secured between the TV set and the
an incompatible TV. Reset by pressing [], [6] , [0] , [9] and [9]
recorder.
on the remote control and then press [ENTER].
The image from this unit appears with noises.

--> The media are distorted or flawed. Timer Recording
--> If the picture output signal from the recorder passes through
your VCR to get to your TV, or if your unit is connected to a Timer recording does not work properly.
T V/VIDEO combo system, the copy protection signal applied to --> The timer program setting is incorrect. Correct the setting.
some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still --> Different timer program schedules overlap.
experience this problem even when you connect your recorder --> The clock setting is wrong. Adjust the setting through Setup -->
to your TV, try connecting your recorder to your TV’s S-VIDEO System --> Date (or Time).
output. --> A finalized DVD+R or DVD+R DL disc is inserted. Change disc for
the recording.
The image from an external input is distorted.
--> The condition may occur when the video signal from the The timer program remains even after recording
external device is copy-protected. Try to connect the external finishes.
device directly to your TV. --> The timer program remains if set to daily or weekly mode.
Sound Recording
There is no sound. Cannot record.

--> A disc not supported by this unit is inserted. Check the record-
--> Check the audio cable connection.
able disc type list.
--> Check if the audio cable is damaged.
--> The input source setting on the amplifier is incorrect.
--> There is no sound when the picture is paused, or during
An alternative audio track cannot be recorded.
--> Second Audio Program (SAP) is not available for all programs.
the scanning (even forwards at regular playback speed), or
--> The recorder does not feature Second Audio Program (SAP)
during slow-motion playback. Press [PLAY] to resume regular
function.
playback.
--> If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jacks, check the AUDIO OUT settings.
Recording does not start immediately after you press
the [RECORD] button.
--> Disc preparation process is taking place. Recording will start
The sound from this unit is not presented properly or is
shortly.
distorted.
--> Check the audio cable connection.
--> Check if the audio cable is damaged.
--> Make sure the amplifier/receiver or TV is set to the correct input TV channel
and the volume is turned on.
--> If the sound is distorted, try cleaning the cable plugs. TV channels cannot be changed.
--> Switch the input signal source of the recorder to “TV.”
Playback --> Connect the antenna cables correctly.
The unit cannot play back a disc recorded using this or

another recorder. Others
--> If the disc was recorded in video mode, make sure it is finalized.
--> Some players will not play recordable DVD discs when recorded The disc tray does not open/close.
in video mode and finalized. --> The VHS deck does not accept or eject tape.
--> Discs recorded with copy-once material cannot be played on --> Contact your local dealer or local authorized service facility.
non-CPRM compatible players.
The unit stops at “HELLO”, and does not respond to
The unit starts playing the disc automatically. anyother commands.
--> The DVD-VIDEO disc features an auto playback function. --> Turn the unit off and turn it on again. If the unit still does not
respond to any commands, unplug the power cord, reconnect it
and turn the unit on again. Contact local dealer or authorized
service facility, if the unit still does not work.
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Head Office: LITE-ON IT Corp.
12F, 392, Ruey Kuang Road, Neihu, Taipei 114, Taiwan
Tel: 886-2-8798-2886 Fax: 886-2-8798-2825
Customer Call Center: 886-3-578-7722#2604/2605
Service e-mail: dc_support@liteonit.com
USA: LITE-ON (USA) International Inc.

42000 Christy Street, Fremont, CA 94538
Tel: 1-510-687-1800 Fax: 1-510-687-1900
Customer Call Center: 1-888-8-LITEON (1-888-854-8366)
1-866-269-5133 (French)
Service e-mail: dc_support@liteonit.com
Europe: LITE-ON Information Technology (Europe) B.V.

Meerenakkerplein 16, 5652 BJ EINDHOVEN,
The Netherlands
Tel: 31-40-2508000 Fax: 31-40-2508092
Service e-mail: dceu_support@liteonit.com
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DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, DVD+R DL* Disc Recording (*LVC-9017GDL)

Timer Recording Specifications

1 x Power Cord 2 x Batteries 1x Blank DVD Disc 1 x User’s Manual

CAUTION! –– POWER button Legal Notices Regarding

VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered FCC Declaration of Conformity

Recordable Media Types

Media Types Logos Information

DVD+R double-layer discs written in DVD+VR format

Video cassettes with the VHS logo.

For DVD disc: Region Code of DVD-Video

For video cassette:

Remote Control The Remote Control

2. Power button ( POWER)

3. Number buttons (0~9)

4. VHS button (VHS)

5. DVD button (DVD)

6. Track up button (TRACK+) / Track down button (TRACK -)

7. Display button (DISPLAY)

8. Source button (SOURCE)

9. Setup button (SETUP)

10. Copy button (COPY)

11. Edit button (EDIT)

12. Timer button (TIMER)

13. Top Menu button (TOP MENU)

14. Menu button (MENU)

15. Navigation button (NAVI. )

16. Easy Guider button ( GUIDER)

17. Channel Selection buttons (CH+, CH-)

18. Record button ( RECORD)

19. Stop button ( STOP)

20. Play button ( PLAY)

21. Pause button ( PAUSE)

To install batteries 22. Previous button ( PREVIOUS)

25. FF button ( FF)

Names of parts and controls

1) Pause indicator 10) Copy to VHS indicator

2) LINE IN (S-VIDEO) jack 7) DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack

3) AV2 Rear (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks 8) AC IN terminal

4) COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT (Y/Pb/Pr) jacks

Before making connections

Connecting to a TV with COMPOSITE jacks

1. Connecting to a TV via S-Video out

2. Connecting to a TV via COMPONENT out

Connecting to a Stereo Audio Amplifier or Receiver

Connecting to a Digital Audio Device

Digital out coaxial

Connecting a Cable Box, Digital Cable Box or Satellite Receiver

Using the Setup Menu Progressive scan mode

Setting Date/Time 1. Press [SETUP] to display the Setup menu.

Setting Video Output Setting Audio Output

1. Make sure the antenna cables are securely

2. Turn on the TV set and the unit.

4. Press [] [] to select “TV Signal” and press

1. Press [SETUP] to display the Setup menu. Press []

4. Press [] [][] [] to select a new channel

1. Press [SETUP] to display the Setup menu.

6. Select “EXIT” to save the setting and exit the

4. Press [EDIT] to bring up the “Channel Editor” menu.

3. Select the desired characters from the keypad. Press

4. When completed, press [] [][] [] to select

2. Press [] [] to select “Move Up” or “Move

3. Press [] [][] [] to enter the channel number

4. Press [] [][] [] to select a new channel

4. When completed, press [] [][] [] to select

3. Press [] [][] [] to enter the channel number

3. Repeat as necessary. 5. When completed, press [] [][] [] to select

3. Press [] [][] [] to enter the channel number

5. When completed, press [] [][] [] to select

2. Press [] [] to select “Record” and press [].

4. Press [] [] to select ( ) and press [ENTER] to

5. Press [] [] to select ( ) and press [ENTER] to

10. Press [] [] to select “Source” and press

5. Press [] [] to move to the disc/tape icon and

11. Press [] [] to select “Quality” and press

6. Press [] [] to select “Mode” and press [ENTER] .

9. Press [] [] to select “Quality” and then press