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The Disc Setup menu
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Chapter 12
The Disc Setup menu
From the Disc Setup menu you can name
discs, lock the contents to prevent
accidental recording and erasure, initialize
and finalize discs. The Disc Setup menu is
accessed from the Home menu.
Basic settings
Input Disc Name
When you initialize a disc for recording, the
recorder automatically assigns a name for
the disc ranging from DISC 1 to DISC 99. You
can use the Input Disc Name function to
change the default disc name to something
more descriptive. This name appears when
you load the disc and when you display disc
information on-screen.
1 Select ‘Disc Setup’ from the
Home Menu.
2 Select ‘Basic’ > ‘Input Disc
Name’ > ‘Next Screen’.
3 Input a name for the disc.
The disc name can be up to 64 characters
long for a VR mode disc, or 40 for a Video
mode discs and DVD+R/+RW.
See Title Name on page 70 for more on
navigating the input screen.
Lock Disc
•Default setting: Off
Locking the disc will prevent accidental
recording, editing or erasing of the disc.
Important
A locked disc can still be initialized
(which will completely erase the disc).
1 Select ‘Disc Setup’ from the
Home Menu.
2 Select ‘Basic’ > ‘Lock Disc’
then ‘On’ or ‘Off’.
Set to On to prevent accidental recording,
editing or erasing of the disc loaded. If you
need to unlock the disc to make edits, select
Off.
DVD-RW Auto Initialize
•Default setting: VR Mode
Initialization mode is automatically carried
out when you insert a blank DVD-RW. You
must set the desired initialization mode
before inserting a disc.
See DVD-RW Auto Initialize on page 50 for
detailed instructions.
DVD (VR) DVD (Video) DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM
HOME
MENU
ENTER
Basic
Initialize
Finalize
Optimize HDD
Disc Setup
Input Disc Name
Lock Disc
DVD-RW Auto Init.
Basic
Input Disc Name
Next ScreenInput Disc Name
ENTER
DVD (VR) DVD-RAM
HOME
MENU
ENTER
Basic
Initialize
Finalize
Optimize HDD
Disc Setup
Input Disc Name
Lock Disc
DVD-RW Auto Init.
Basic
On
Off
Lock Disc
DVD-RW
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Table of Contents

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Pioneer DVR-LX70 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPioneer
ModelDVR-LX70
CategoryDVD Recorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT Safety Warnings

Electrical Safety Warnings

Warnings about electric shock and laser radiation hazards.

Environmental Safety Warnings

Warnings about water exposure, fire hazards, and ventilation.

Operating Environment and Power Cord

Operating Environment

Specifies environmental conditions for operation and installation.

Ventilation Caution

Caution about ensuring proper ventilation around the unit.

Power Cord Caution

Cautions for handling and routing the power cord safely.

Getting Started Overview

Before You Start

Introduces initial setup and basic information for the recorder.

What’s in the Box

Lists the accessories included with the recorder.

Remote Control Operation

Guidelines for operating the remote control effectively.

Connections Guide

Rear Panel Connections

Identifies and describes the connectors on the rear panel of the recorder.

Front Panel Connections

Identifies and describes the connectors on the front panel of the recorder.

Easy Connections

Basic setup guide for connecting the recorder and VCR to a TV.

Connecting using HDMI

How to connect the recorder to an HDMI-compatible display.

HDD and Disc Compatibility

Disc/Content Format Playback Compatibility

Details compatible media types and file system formats for playback.

HDD/DVD Recording and Playback Compatibility

Compares compatibility of different disc types for HDD/DVD recording/playback.

Media Format Support

Using DVD-R DL/DVD+R DL Discs

Information on using dual-layer DVD discs, including recording and playback.

Other Disc Compatibility

Lists other disc types the recorder is compatible with.

DivX Video Compatibility

Details DivX video format compatibility and file extensions.

HDD Management and Symbols

About the Internal Hard Disk Drive

Provides information on HDD care, limitations, and optimization.

Optimizing HDD Performance

Explains how to optimize HDD performance to prevent fragmentation issues.

Symbols Used in this Manual

Explains icons used throughout the manual for different disc types.

Recorder Controls and Displays

Front Panel Controls

Details the buttons and indicators on the front panel of the recorder.

Display Indicators

Describes the various indicators and information shown on the front panel display.

Remote Control Functions

Explains the functions of the buttons on the remote control.

Getting Started and Initial Setup

Switching On and Setting Up

Outlines the first-time setup process using the Setup Navigator.

Tuner Settings

Settings for TV tuner: auto-channel, manual tuning, and channel swapping.

Language Settings

Settings for OSD, audio, and subtitle languages.

Recording Settings

Settings for manual recording, optimized recording, and auto chapter marking.

Recording Procedures

About DVD Recording

Explains the process and modes for recording to various DVD types.

Restrictions on Video Recording

Limitations on recording copy-protected video material.

Setting the Picture Quality/Recording Time

How to adjust picture quality and set recording time.

Basic Recording from the TV

Step-by-step guide for performing basic TV recordings.

Timer Recording

Setting a Timer Recording

Instructions for programming timer recordings up to a month in advance.

Easy Timer Recording

A simplified method for setting timer recordings using an on-screen grid.

Timer Recording Using the G-Code™ Programming System

How to program timer recordings using G-Code numbers.

Timer Recording Management

Editing a Timer Programme

Change settings for an existing timer recording before it starts.

Deleting a Timer Programme

Remove unwanted timer recording schedules.

Skipping a Regular Timer Programme

Skip the next scheduled event for a timer recording.

Preventing Use of the Recorder (Child Lock)

Lock controls to prevent changes to timer settings.

Advanced Recording Features

Simultaneous Recording and Playback (Chase Play)

Allows watching a recording while it's still in progress.

Recording from an External Component

Record video from connected external devices like camcorders or VCRs.

Automatic Recording from a Satellite Tuner

Automatic recording from satellite tuner or set-top box.

Disc Playback and Finalization

Playing Your Recordings on Other DVD Players

Information on playing back recordings on different DVD players.

Finalizing a Disc

Finalize discs for compatibility with other players.

Initializing Recordable DVD Discs

How to initialize DVD-R/-RW discs for VR or Video mode recording.

Playback Operations

Basic Playback

Fundamental steps for playing back discs and HDD content.

Playing DVD Discs

Playback controls for DVD-Video and recordable DVD discs.

Playing from the HDD

Playback controls for video content stored on the HDD.

Playing CDs and WMA/MP3 Discs

Playback controls for Audio CDs and WMA/MP3 files.

Disc Navigation and Playback Features

Using the Disc Navigator with Recordable Discs and the HDD

Browse and edit video content on recordable DVDs and HDD.

Scanning Discs

Scan discs forwards or backwards at various speeds.

Playing in Slow Motion

Play video content in slow motion.

The Play Mode Menu

Accesses search, repeat, and program play functions.

Playback Customization

A-B Repeat

Set playback loop between two specified points.

Repeat Play

Set repeat playback options for artists, albums, or tracks.

Programme Play

Program playback order of titles/chapters.

Displaying and Switching Subtitles

Display and change subtitle languages during playback.

Audio and Camera Angle Control

Switching DVD and DivX Soundtracks

Switch between audio soundtracks for DVD and DivX content.

Switching Audio Channels

Switch between main, SAP, or bilingual audio channels.

Switching Camera Angles

Switch camera angles on DVDs.

Disc Information Display

Displaying Disc Information On-Screen

Display on-screen information about the disc or HDD content.

DV Camcorder Operations

Playing from a DV Camcorder

Steps to play back video from a connected DV camcorder.

Recording from a DV Camcorder

Instructions for recording video from a connected DV camcorder.

DV Auto Copy

Make an exact copy of DV source content to HDD or DVD.

Editing Recorded Content

Editing Options

Table of available editing commands for HDD and discs.

The Disc Navigator Screen

How to use the Disc Navigator screen for editing video content.

Editing Accuracy

Difference between Video Mode Compatible and Frame Accurate Editing.

Basic Editing Functions

Create Play List

How to create a Play List and add titles to it.

Erase Titles

How to erase unwanted titles from HDD or discs.

Title Name

How to name or rename titles on discs and HDD.

Set Thumbnail

How to change the thumbnail picture for a title.

Advanced Editing Features

Erase Section

Delete a specific part of a title, useful for removing commercials.

Divide Title

How to split a title into two separate titles.

Chapter Edit

Edit individual chapters within a title (erase, combine, divide).

Lock Titles

Lock titles to prevent accidental editing or erasure.

Title Management

Move Titles in Play List

Rearrange the order of titles in a Play List.

Combine Chapters

Combine two adjacent chapters into a single chapter.

Set Genre

Assign a genre to a title for better organization.

Multi-Mode Editing

Apply commands to multiple selected titles simultaneously.

Undo and Troubleshooting

Undo Last Edit

Undo the last editing action performed.

Editing Frequently Asked Questions

Common issues encountered during disc editing.

Copying and Backup Procedures

Restrictions on Copying

Copy protection measures and limitations for commercial discs.

One Touch Copy

Simple method for copying HDD to DVD or vice versa.

Using Copy Lists

Create and manage title lists for copying, with editing options.

Copying from HDD to DVD

Step-by-step guide for copying content from the HDD to a DVD.

Disc Backup and Copying Modes

Recording Mode Selection

Select the recording quality for copying titles.

Dual Mono Audio/Bilingual Selection

Select audio channels for copying dual mono/bilingual broadcasts.

Using Disc Backup

Create a backup copy of finalized discs to HDD and then to another disc.

Using the Jukebox

Copying Music to the HDD

Steps for copying music from CDs or other devices to the recorder's HDD.

Copying Files via USB

How to copy WMA or MP3 files from a USB device or PC to the HDD.

Connect PC for Synchronization

Connect a PC and use Windows Media Player for synchronization.

Playing Music from the Jukebox

Select and play music tracks, albums, or artists from the Jukebox.

Jukebox Playback and Management

Repeat Play Options

Set repeat playback options for artists, albums, or tracks.

Playing Your Favourite Music (Play List)

Create and play custom playlists of favourite songs.

Editing the HDD Jukebox

Erase, rename, or manage artists, albums, and tracks in the Jukebox.

The PhotoViewer

Locating JPEG Picture Files

Steps to find and access JPEG files from HDD, discs, or USB devices.

Changing the Display Style of the PhotoViewer

Customize display mode and thumbnail layout for photo viewing.

Playing a Slideshow

View photos as a slideshow, with options for audio playback.

Importing Files to the HDD

How to import photo files to the HDD from cameras, discs, or USB.

File Management in PhotoViewer

Selecting Multiple Files or Folders

Select multiple files or folders simultaneously for operations.

Copying Files to a DVD-R/-RW

Copy photo files from HDD/USB camera to DVD-R/-RW.

Copying Selected Files to a DVD-R/-RW

Copy specific files/folders from HDD to DVD-R/-RW, creating slideshow.

Editing Files on the HDD

Explains commands for editing and organizing pictures stored on the HDD.

File and Folder Operations

Naming Files and Folders

How to rename files and folders stored on the HDD.

Locking/Unlocking Files

Protect files from accidental erasure or renaming.

To View Detailed Information

Check detailed info about imported photos, such as camera settings.

Printing Files

How to print picture files from HDD, discs, or camera.

The Disc Setup Menu

Basic Settings

Basic disc settings including naming and locking.

Initialize Settings

Initialize discs for VR/Video mode recording or erase contents.

Finalize Settings

Finalize discs for playback on other devices.

Optimize HDD

Optimize HDD performance by cleaning fragmented files.

HDD and System Setup

Optimize HDD

Optimize HDD performance by cleaning fragmented files.

Initialize HDD

Fix HDD file system corruption by initializing the HDD.

The Video Adjust Menu

Setting the Picture Quality for TV and External Inputs

Adjust picture quality for tuner/external inputs using presets or custom settings.

Setting the Picture Quality for Disc Playback

Adjust picture quality for disc playback using presets or custom settings.

Initial Setup Menu Configuration

Using the Initial Setup Menu

Access and use the Initial Setup menu for configuring recorder options.

Tuner Settings

Settings for TV tuner: auto-channel, manual tuning, and channel swapping.

Video Input/Output Settings

Settings for input colour system, component video, and NTSC on PAL TV.

Audio Input Settings

Settings for NICAM, tuner level, and external audio input.

Audio, Language, and HDMI Settings

Dual Mono Recording

Select audio channels for dual mono sources during recording.

Bilingual Recording

Select audio channels for bilingual sources during recording.

Audio Output Settings

Settings for digital audio output: Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM.

HDMI Control

Enable or disable HDMI Control for connected Pioneer equipment.

System and USB Settings

Remote Control Mode

Set recorder ID for using multiple remotes.

Restart USB Device

Restart a connected USB device if it's not responding.

TV System and Language Options

Additional Information about TV System Settings

Explains TV system settings: input line, colour system, NTSC on PAL.

About the Input Line System

How the recorder handles video signals based on input line system.

Selecting Other Languages for Language Options

Select languages for OSD, audio, subtitles, and DVD menus.

Additional Information

Minimum Copying Times

Table of minimum HDD to DVD copying times for various modes.

Manual Recording Modes

Explains recording times and resolution for manual modes.

Troubleshooting General Problems

Guide to resolving common problems and malfunctions with the recorder.

Remote Control Not Working

Steps if the remote control is not functioning correctly.

Troubleshooting Specific Issues

Disc Playback Issues

Reasons discs recorded on this unit might not play on other players.

Recording Failures

Troubleshooting steps for recording failures.

USB Device Not Recognized

Steps to take if a USB device is not recognized by the recorder.

HDMI and DVI Connection Issues

Troubleshooting common issues with HDMI/DVI connections and output.

System Error Messages

Frozen Picture and Unresponsive Controls

Steps if the recorder freezes and buttons become unresponsive.

HDMI Control Not Responding

Troubleshooting if the HDMI Control function is not working.

On-Screen Displays (Error Messages)

Explains common error messages displayed on-screen and their meanings.

Front Panel Display Errors

Explains error messages that appear on the front panel display.

Remote and Setup Information

Setting Up the Remote to Control Your TV

Program remote to control TV using maker codes.

Language and Country Code Lists

Lists of language and country codes for settings.

Screen Sizes and Disc Formats

How programs display on different screen sizes and formats.

Hints on Installation

Recommendations for choosing a suitable location for the recorder.

Disc Handling and Recorder Maintenance

Handling Discs

Guidelines for handling discs to prevent damage and ensure proper playback.

Damaged Discs

Warnings about using damaged discs and their potential impact.

Resetting the Recorder

How to reset the recorder to its factory default settings.

Specifications

General Specifications

Technical details: power, weight, dimensions, operating conditions.

Tuner Specifications

Details on receivable channels and tuner specifications.

Input/Output Terminals

Specifications for all input and output terminals.

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