DVD recorder

PRV-LX1

Operating Instructions
 CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead, within CAUTION: The exclamation point within an equilateral
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC triangle is intended to alert the user to the
the user to the presence of uninsulated SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR presence of important operating and
"dangerous voltage" within the product's BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
enclosure that may be of sufficient INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED literature accompanying the appliance.
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric SERVICE PERSONNEL.
shock to persons. D1-4-2-3_En

WARNING – TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
cords associated with accessories sold with the
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to
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the State of California and other governmental
entities to cause cancer and birth defects or other
For pluggable Equipment, The Socket-Outlet
reproductive harm.
Shall Be Installed Near The Equipment and Shall Wash hands after handling D36-P4_En
Be Easily Accessible.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. D8-10-1-1_En

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. D8-10-1-4_EF

Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate
the equipment. D8-10-2_En

CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the
unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and
televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections. D8-10-3a_En

IMPORTANT NOTICE – THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR THIS EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR.
PLEASE WRITE THIS SERIAL NUMBER ON YOUR ENCLOSED WARRANTY CARD AND
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CAUTION : USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE

SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION : THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD. D6-8-2-1_En

DANGER – VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

WARNING
This product equipped with a three-wire grounding
(earthed) plug - a plug that has a third (grounding)
pin. This plug only fits a grounding-type power
outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug into an
outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the
outlet with a properly grounded one. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Never push
operating instructions should be read before the • If this product is equipped with a polarized objects of any kind into this product through
product is operated. alternating current line plug (a plug having one openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and blade wider than the other), it will fit into the points or short-out parts that could result in a
operating instructions should be retained for outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
future reference. you are unable to insert the plug fully into the kind on the product.
HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should SERVICING — Do not attempt to service this
and in the operating instructions should be still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace product yourself as opening or removing covers
adhered to. your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use purpose of the polarized plug. hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
instructions should be followed. • If this product is equipped with a three-wire personnel.
CLEANING — The product should be cleaned only grounding type plug, a plug having a third DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — Unplug this
with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never (grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you to qualified service personnel under the
or other volatile liquids since they may corrode are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, following conditions:
the cabinet. contact your electrician to replace your obsolete • When the power-supply cord or plug is
ATTACHMENTS — Do not use attachments not outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the damaged.
recommended by the product manufacturer as grounding type plug. • If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
they may cause hazards. POWER-CORD PROTECTION — Power-supply into the product.
WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use this cords should be routed so that they are not likely • If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
product near water — for example, near a to be walked on or pinched by items placed • If the product does not operate normally by
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry upon or against them, paying particular following the operating instructions. Adjust only
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming attention to cords at plugs, convenience those controls that are covered by the operating
pool; and the like. receptacles, and the point where they exit from instructions as an improper adjustment of other
ACCESSORIES — Do not place this product on an the product. controls may result in damage and will often
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — If an require extensive work by a qualified technician
The product may fall, causing serious injury to a outside antenna or cable system is connected to to restore the product to its normal operation.
child or adult, and serious damage to the the product, be sure the antenna or cable • If the product has been dropped or damaged in
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, system is grounded so as to provide some any way.
bracket, or table recommended by the protection against voltage surges and built-up • When the product exhibits a distinct change in
manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any static charges. Article 810 of the National performance — this indicates a need for service.
mounting of the product should follow the Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides REPLACEMENT PARTS — When replacement parts
manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a information with regard to proper grounding of are required, be sure the service technician has
mounting accessory recommended by the the mast and supporting structure, grounding of used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer. the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, manufacturer or have the same characteristics
CART — A product and cart combination should be size of grounding conductors, location of as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, antenna-discharge unit, connection to may result in fire, electric shock, or other
and uneven surfaces may cause the product grounding electrodes, and requirements for the hazards.
and cart combination to overturn. grounding electrode. See Figure A. SAFETY CHECK — Upon completion of any service
LIGHTNING — For added protection for this or repairs to this product, ask the service
product during a lightning storm, or when it is technician to perform safety checks to
left unattended and unused for long periods of determine that the product is in proper
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and operating condition.
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The product
will prevent damage to the product due to should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.
lightning and power-line surges. HEAT — The product should be situated away from
POWER LINES — An outside antenna system heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
should not be located in the vicinity of overhead stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)
power lines or other electric light or power that produce heat.
circuits, or where it can fall into such power
lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken
VENTILATION — Slots and openings in the cabinet to keep from touching such power lines or
are provided for ventilation and to ensure circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
reliable operation of the product and to protect OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall outlets,
it from overheating, and these openings must extension cords, or integral convenience
not be blocked or covered. The openings should receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
never be blocked by placing the product on a electric shock. ANTENNA
bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This LEAD IN
product should not be placed in a built-in WIRE
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the GROUND
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered CLAMP
to.
POWER SOURCES — This product should be ANTENNA
operated only from the type of power source DISCHARGE UNIT
indicated on the marking label. If you are not (NEC SECTION 810-20)
sure of the type of power supply to your home, ELECTRIC
consult your product dealer or local power SERVICE GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
company. EQUIPMENT (NEC SECTION 810-21)
LOCATION – The appliance should be installed in a
stable location. GROUND CLAMPS
NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord of the
appliance should be unplugged from the outlet POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
Fig. A ELECTRODE SYSTEM
when left un-used for a long period of time.
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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Confirm Supplied Accessories

Remote control unit (1) Power cord 2-meters (1)
AA batteries (2) Warranty (1)
Air filter replacements set (1) Operating Instructions (1)
• If any of the above accessories are missing, contact your dealer. 3
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...... 2 DVD Menu Editing .................................... 55
Precautions .................................................. 5 DVD Menu Type Selection ..................... 55
Preparations for Use: Basic Information ... 8 Font Selection ........................................ 55
Features ..................................................... 11 DVD Menu Selection ............................. 56
Example of System Composition and Thumbnail Selection ............................... 56
Recording Component Setup ............... 12 Button Text............................................. 57
Names of Parts .......................................... 14 Selecting Opening Clip ........................... 57
Front Panel Facilities .............................. 14 Setting an Idle Clip ................................. 58
Rear Panel Facilities ............................... 16 Setting Navigation Commands .............. 58
Remote Control Unit .............................. 17 Customizing the DVD Menu .................. 59
Video Clip Management and Disc Deleting and Initializing Menu Library .... 60
Authoring Procedure ............................. 18 DVD Menu Preview ............................... 61
Basic Operations ....................................... 19 DVD Disc Emulation ............................... 61
Functions ................................................... 22 Load / Save to Default Menu ................. 61
Status Confirmation Using Onscreen Title Editing / Chapter Editing ................. 62
Display (OSD) ......................................... 26 Editing Chapter Names .......................... 62
System Default Settings .......................... 29 Title Trimming ......................................... 63
Mouse/Keyboard .................................... 29 Chapter Editing ...................................... 64
Network ................................................. 30 Dividing Clips ......................................... 64
UPS Support .......................................... 30 Title Order Edit ....................................... 65
System Information ............................... 31 DVD Disc Emulation ............................... 65
HDD Tools .............................................. 31 Recording to DVD Disc .......................... 66
Background Color ................................... 32 Project Editing ........................................... 67
Composite Video/Audio RCA Output ..... 32 Copying a Project ................................... 68
GUI Language Setting ............................ 32 Copying Clips ......................................... 68
Recording ................................................... 33 Renaming a Clip ..................................... 69
Selecting the TV System Mode ............. 33 Exporting VOB Files ............................... 69
Selecting Input ....................................... 34 Deleting a Project ................................... 69
Selecting Recording Destination ............ 35 Disc Duplication ........................................ 70
Other Recording Settings ...................... 36 Disc-to-disc Duplication .......................... 70
Video Encode Rate Settings .................. 36 Creating Image Files from a Disc ........... 71
Video Filter Level Setting ....................... 37 Creating Discs from Image Files ............ 71
Audio Encode Setting ............................ 37 Deleting Image Files from a Hard Disk .. 71
Audio Level Setting ................................ 37 Importing Image Data, Edit Lists ............. 72
Methods for Setting Chapter DVD Menu Layout
Mark Insertion .................................... 37 Image File Format .............................. 73
Preview Function ................................... 38 DVD Menu Background
Starting and Stopping Recording ........... 38 Image File Format .............................. 73
Settings for Automatic Recording .......... 40 Edit List File Format ............................... 74
Eject Setting ........................................... 41 Edit List Example ................................... 75
Editing the Edit List ................................ 41 Backing Up/Restoring USB HDDs ........... 76
Recording to DVD Discs ........................ 42 Connecting a USB HDD ......................... 76
Recording from HDD to DVD ................. 44 Formatting .............................................. 76
Playing Discs ............................................. 45 Backing Up ............................................. 76
Selecting Playback Source ..................... 45 Restoring ................................................ 77
Playing DVD-Video Discs Deleting Backup Data ............................ 77
(including commercially available Removing a USB HDD ........................... 77
software titles) ................................... 45 Backing up and Restoring System Settings ... 77
Clip Playback (HDD) ............................... 46 Recording Time ......................................... 78
Basic Operations .................................... 46 Function Menu Table ................................ 80
Playback Monitoring during Recording .. 49 Shortcut Key Information ........................ 88
Other Playback Settings ......................... 50 Message Display ....................................... 89
External Sync Function .......................... 53 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................ 95
Other Functions ..................................... 53 Specifications ............................................ 97
Regarding Progressive Scan Output ...... 54 Language Code List .................................. 99
Country Code List ................................... 100
4 Regarding the GNU General
PRV-LX1 Public License ....................................... 101
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Precautions
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Environment Conditions
Please read through these operating instructions so Ambient conditions during use should be within the range of
you will know how to operate your model properly. +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F) and 85% Relative Humidity
(with ventilation ports not blocked).
7 Care must be taken not to infringe copyright
restrictions under the laws of each country. 7 Prohibited Installation Locations
• Places exposed to direct sunlight or bright artificial light.
If this device is used to record copyrighted
• Places exposed to high levels of dust or smoke.
materials, approval must be obtained from the
respective copyright holders. The recording of • Places subject to vibration.
copyrighted materials without the express • Places subject to strong electrical or magnetic fields.
approval of the respective copyright holders • Close to heat sources.
may result in legal penalties. Pioneer disclaims • Places exposed to high levels of electrical noise.
any and all responsibility for any legal damages • Places liable to the generation of electrostatic noise.
resulting from the use of this device in the • Places exposed to high humidity or poor ventilation.
unauthorized copying of copyrighted materials. • Fully enclosed rack mounts.
7 Pioneer may not be held liable for the loss of
any data or any other direct or indirect About Condensation
damage suffered as the result of the use or During winter months when the unit is moved from a cold
location into a warm room, or when the temperature of the
breakdown of this product. installation location is raised suddenly, condensation may form
7 All names of corporations, products, and on the unit’s internal parts (drive mechanism, laser lens, hard
systems listed herein, even when the (™) or disk, etc.). When condensation forms, the unit will not operate.
(®) symbols are omitted, should be To eliminate the condensation, disconnect the power cord
and allow the unit to warm to room temperature. Depending
considered the registered trademarks of their on the degree of condensation, this may require 1-2 hours.
respective owners. Once the unit has warmed sufficiently, it will become
operational again.
Installation Notes Condensation may also form during summer months if the
¶ Install in a level, stable location. Avoid unstable locations, cool air from an air conditioner is directed toward the unit. In
or locations exposed to strong vibrations. this case, change the installation location of the unit or the air
conditioner.
¶ Do not interfere with the dispersion of heat from the unit.
Avoid using the unit on deep pile carpets or other thick Moving the Unit
fabrics, and do not cover the unit with blankets or cloths. If transporting of the unit is required, be sure to use the original
Such usages may interfere with cooling and result in packing materials supplied with the unit, and avoid subjecting
malfunctions. the unit to impact, vibration, or dropping. Also take precautions
¶ Do not place other objects on top of the unit. to avoid exposing the unit to heat or moisture during the move.
¶ Install in a location not exposed to other sources of heat. Always remove any discs from the unit before moving. Moving
Avoid installing the unit on top of amplifiers or other the unit with a disc loaded may result in scratches to the disc
components that emit heat. When mounting the unit in a or internal damage to the drive unit.
rack, avoid the effect of heat from amplifiers and other 7 Special Precautions
audio components by installing the PRV-LX1 as low as Never move the unit during playback or recording. During
possible beneath the other components in a well-ventilated playback and recording, the disc is rotating at very high speed,
position in the rack. and lifting or moving the unit during this time may result in
¶ When mounting the unit in a rack, special precautions are damage to the disc. Subjecting the unit to strong impacts or
necessary to avoid heat rise inside the unit. As a general vibrations when a disc is loaded may also result in damage to
rule, install the unit in a location not exposed to heat from the disc or internal parts of the unit. When it is necessary to
below, and with at least 10 cm clearance to right and left transport the unit, stop any recording or playback operations,
and above, to provide for natural convection (ambient and remove any disc that is loaded. Remove discs anytime
temperature below 35 °C). lifting or moving of the unit is required.
Under other conditions, install so that when fully warmed This unit is designed with precision optical devices. Take
up, the temperature at a point 5 cm above the center top of special care to control room temperature and dust in the
the case is below 35 °C. Provide for the installation of some installation location.
means of forced ventilation if necessary.
¶ When connecting multiple PRV-LX1 units in series and
About Copyright
using an external means of controlling power ON/OFF, the ¶ Unauthorized copying, broadcast, public performance, or
initial current surge will become quite large. Consult your rental of copyrighted discs is prohibited by law.
Pioneer service center regarding the ratings for power ¶ This product incorporates copyright protection technology
switches used with such an installation. that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents
When using this unit alone, be sure that the power outlet and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision
supplies current sufficient for the component’s power Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright
rating. protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision
¶ Do not install in fully enclosed rack mounts, since damage Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited
may result from overheating. viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.

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Precautions

¶ This unit is equipped with copy prevention technology, and ∞ Do not use the unit in environments exposed to high
will not permit the unauthorized copying of contents temperature or humidity. Also, avoid using the unit in
recorded by their copyright holders with copy-prevention locations exposed to sudden changes of temperature,
signals. since condensation may occur on internal parts, leading
to possible damage to the hard disk drive (HDD) and other
¶ This unit does not support recording of DVD-RW discs in malfunctions. Consult the section “About Condensation”
VR mode. As a result, it also does not support CPRM on page 5.
(“copy once”) discs.
∞ When power is turned ON, do not turn off the rear panel’s
¶ This unit features a GNU/Linux system based on a GNU power switch, disconnect the power plug, or trip the power
general public licence. breaker to the power outlet.
The contents of this contract can be found on page 101. ∞ Do not move the unit when the power is turned ON, or
immediately after turning the power OFF. When moving
About the use of Dolby Digital Logo the unit is required, follow these guidelines:
Audio bitstreams created with this system are not intended
1. Turn power OFF.
for distribution on DVDs bearing the Dolby Digital logo.
For more information on the use of Dolby trademarks and Press the STANDBY/ON switch so that the power
logos, please contact Dolby Laboratories: indicator appears orange, then wait at least two
http://www.dolby.com minutes.
2. Turn off the main power switch on the rear panel.
7 Precautions when starting
3. Disconnect the power cord from its outlet.
÷ When powering on the unit (from the time the power
is turned on until the STOP button lights; see page 4. Move the unit.
15), do not operate the keyboard until the monitor ¶ In the event of a malfunction, removal of the entire unit
displays the PRV-LX logo. If the startup procedure may be necessary for repair (depending on the kind of
is interrupted due to inadvertent keyboard input, malfunction). In such cases, consult your service dealer
press the keyboard’s [ESC] key. to have the unit removed by professional installation
÷ Also, When restarting after a shutdown, the wait personnel. Failure to have the unit removed by professional
several seconds after the power indicator (see page installation personnel may result in refusal of repair service.
14) turns orange before powering on again. 7 Usable Lifetime of the Hard Disk Drive
∞ The hard disk drive (HDD) is a high precision device, and
Precautions Regarding Built-In Hard when subjected to severe environmental or usage
conditions, may reach the end of its operating lifetime in
Disk Drive (HDD) only a few years.
The built-in hard disk drive (HDD) incorporates high-precision ∞ Frequent symptoms occurring when the HDD approaches
technology, and recorded contents may be damaged or lost the end of its lifetime including “part or all of the playback
under certain conditions of use. Take precautions regarding image will repeatedly enter pause mode,” or “block noise
the following: (mosaic distortion) and other image distortion will occur”.
The HDD may also reach the end of its lifetime even
7 Important Recordings without these symptoms occurring.
If the built-in hard disk drive malfunctions, contents previously
recorded on the drive may be lost. Important recordings should ∞ When the HDD reaches the end of its operating lifetime,
not be left permanently on the HDD, but preserved as DVD- any data recorded on it may become unrecoverable. When
Video discs by means of DVD-R/RW recording. Pioneer the HDD malfunctions at the end of its operating lifetime,
it must be replaced. Inquire your Pioneer dealer or Pioneer
disclaims any responsible for loss of recorded data or other
Electronics (USA) Inc. Customer Support Division listed at
collateral damage arising from any malfunction, including the end of this manual.
failure of the HDD at the end of its operating lifetime. (In the event of HDD failure, any data recorded on the
HDD cannot be recovered.)
Pioneer disclaims all responsibility for the integrity
of contents recorded on hard disk drives or DVD Data Protection in Event of Power Failure
discs, and for any damages resulting from the loss While operating this unit, if a power failure occurs, the main
of such contents. power switch is turned OFF, the power cord is
disconnected, or other interruption in AC power occurs, the
7 Precautions Regarding Installation and Use data recorded on the HDD and DVD may be lost.
∞ Do not subject the unit to vibration and impacts. Subjecting To prevent such untoward occurrences, we recommend
the unit to such vibrations or impacts during operation is that this unit be connected to an Uninterruptible Power
particularly to be avoided, since malfunctions may result. Supply (UPS).
UPS devices supported by this unit include the following:
∞ Do not install unit in unstable locations, or locations AMERICAN POWER CONVERSION CORP. (APC)
exposed to vibration.
Smart-UPS 500
∞ Always install in level horizontal position. Smart-UPS 700VA (SU700NET)
∞ Do not block the rear cooling fan and front lower air intakes. * The Smart-UPS 500 is a model marketed only in
Malfunctions may result from attempting to use the unit Japan.
with the fan or vents blocked.
* APC and Smart-UPS are trademarks or registered
∞ Two dust filters are installed in the air intakes on the unit’s trademarks of the American Power Conversion
front lower panel (see page 14). With time, the air filters Corporation.
will gradually become soiled with dust. If the unit is
subjected to continued use with dirty filters, the unit pay * The UPS devices supported may be subject to
not perform to its full, and malfunctions may occur. As a change; for latest information on supported
result, please replace the filters at regular intervals (see devices, consult your Pioneer dealer or Pioneer
the appended “Air Filter Replacement Instructions and Electronics (USA) Inc. Customer Support Division
Precautions”). listed at the end of this manual.
6 See page 30 for connections used when employing a UPS.
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 Precautions

Cleaning Care of the Unit ÷ Do not use non-standard discs, since they may cause
∞ Normal cleaning should consist of dry wiping the unit with adverse affects to the player and other components.
a soft cloth. In the event of severe soiling, make a dilution ÷ Do not use discs shaped in non-circular shapes (hearts,
of 1 part neutral deutergent in 5 or 6 parts water. Dip a polygons, etc.), since they may cause malfunctions.
soft cloth in the solution and wring well, then wipe away
the dirt, followed by a gentle wiping with a soft dry cloth.
∞ Avoid contact of the unit with alcohol, thinner, benzene,
insecticides or other similar chemicals, since they may
cause the unit’s labeling or finish to peel.
∞ Avoid long term contact of the unit with rubber or vinyl
objects, since damage to the cabinet finish may result. ÷ To clean fingerprints from a soiled disc, wipe gently
∞ When using a chemically impregnated cleaning cloth, from the center hole radially toward the circumference.
read the instructions accompanying the cloth and follow Do not wipe in a circular motion.
all cautionary notes.
∞ Disconnect the power cord from its outlet before
performing cleaning.

Cleaning the pickup lens

The DVD recorder’s lens should not become dirty in normal
use, but if for some reason it should malfunction due to
dust or dirt, consult your nearest Pioneer authorized service
center. Although lens cleaners for CD players are
commercially available, we do not recommend using them ÷ Do not use anti-static or other record sprays. Also, never
since some may damage the lens. use benzene, thinner or toher volatile cleaners to clean
the surface of discs, since such chemicals may melt or
Disc Precautions otherwise damage the surface.
7 Recommended Discs
÷ Use only recommended disc media in order to assure Always store discs in their protective cases; before
stable recording and playback. use, check the recording surface for fingerprints or
÷ Consult your nearest Pioneer-authorized service center other soiling.
regarding recommended disc media.

7 Handling of Discs Disc Problem Checklist

Discs may become incapable of recording and playback 7 Data recording errors or inability to record
when scratched, or when soiled with fingerprints or dust. ÷ Was a recommended disc used ?
Always handle discs as noted below: ÷ Was sufficient recording area on the disc?
÷ Never touch the recording surface (mirror surface) when ÷ Had the disc been finalized after previous recording
handling discs. Hold discs between their edges, or sessions?
between one edge and one finger in the center hole. ÷ Was the disc loaded properly, recording surface down
and label up?
÷ Was the disc soiled or scratched?
7 Playback errors
÷ Was a recommended disc used ?
÷ Was the disc properly recorded (not empty)?
÷ Was the disc soiled or scratched?
÷ Do not apply adhesive tapes or labels to discs. ÷ Condensation of moisture on the player’s optical parts or
disc surface is also a possibility; allow the disc and
player to sit for 1-2 hours before attempting to use
again.

External Hard Disk (USB HDD)

÷ Although we confirm the USB hard disk drive is in
÷ Do not use cracked or warped discs, since they may working order at time of shipment, it is not covered by the
shatter dangerously at high rotation speeds. Pioneer Warranty.
÷ Do not connect/disconnect the USB connectors when the
unit is on as this may cause data loss and result in
unstable operation. Connect the USB HDD before turning
on the unit. A USB HDD equipped with a power switch
should be turned on before turning on the unit. The unit
should also be turned off before removing the USB HDD.
÷ Do not connect two or more USB HDDs to the unit.
÷ Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the USB
HDD for information on USB HDD precautions.
÷ Data backed up on the hard disk may be corrupted if the
USB HDD is damaged. Save important data to DVD-R/
RW as DVD-Video disc.

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Preparations for Use: Basic Information
About DVD-R / DVD-RW Discs DVD Recording Modes
∞ The DVD-R/RW (video mode) discs recorded on this unit Video Mode:
can be finalized (see page 43) to allow them to be ∞ The “video mode” employs the same recording format
played* on other standalone DVD players, automobile as commercially sold DVD video discs. As a result, discs
DVD players, or DVD players installed in computers. recorded on this unit can be played on other DVD
Some players, however, may exhibit the following players, but discs must be finalized before they can be
symptoms when an attempt is made to play such discs: played in this way (see page 43).
¶ Discs aren’t accepted by the player. ∞ Recording to DVD-R/RW discs is in video mode only.
¶ Macroblock distortion (mosaic pattern) frequently VR Mode:
appears in the video image. ∞ VR mode is the basic recording mode for DVD-RW,
¶ Sound and image are interrupted. allowing repeated recording and editing on a single disc.
¶ Playback stops midway through. VR is an abbreviation for "Video Recording."
A finalized DVD-R does not permit new recording or ∞ DVD-RW discs recorded in VR (Video Recording) format
editing. A DVD-RW disc can be reused if initialized or can be played back on DVD players bearing the
finalization is canceled. logo.
However, finalization of DVD-RW discs finalized using ∞ The recording mode can be switched to Video mode
the initial version (prior to 1.12/1.02) cannot be canceled. when using the following kinds of disc. Be careful,
however, since formatting of the disc is necessary,
resulting in the erasure of any previously recorded
* The DVD Forum in 2000 approved the use of the DVD-
material.
Video format for recording on DVD-R/DVD-RW discs. On
Pioneer’s DVD Recorders, this is referred to as recording DVD-RW Ver.1.1
in Video Mode. Supporting playback of DVD-R/DVD-RW DVD-RW Ver.1.1 CPRM compatible
with this type of content is optional for manufacturers of DVD-RW Ver.1.1/2xCPRM compatible
DVD playback devices, and there are DVD-Video players,
DVD-ROM drive equipped PCs or other DVD playback * This component does not support recording and
devices that do not play DVD-R or DVD-RW discs playback of DVD-RW discs in VR mode.
recorded in the Video Format.
Precautions When Recording in Video Mode
Recordable discs ∞ Discs recorded in video mode on other recorders and
which have not yet been finalized on their original
Logo Attributes recorders cannot be played back or further recorded/
edited (including finalizing) on this unit.
12cm, single-sided, single layer disc ∞ When recording DVD-RW discs in video mode use only
Approx. max. recording time: 360 disc media compatible with Ver. 1.1 or later.
minutes (4.7GB) ∞ The remaining recording time decreases each time
DVD-RW
recording is performed. Additional recording is possible
12cm, double-sided, single layer disc so long as remaining space is still available on the disc
Approx. max. recording time: 720 unless finalization has been performed (see page 43).
minutes (9.4GB) However, DVD-R discs do not permit restoring of disc
capacity to pre-recorded levels, nor overwriting of
DVD-R previously recorded material. These operations are
possible with DVD-RW discs by reformatting the discs.
* This unit does not support use of 8 cm DVD-R discs.
∞ DVD-R/RW discs are especially sensitive to dust, Precautions Regarding TV System
fingerprints, and scratches. Since a scratch on the ∞ This unit has been factory preset for use with the NTSC
disc may make further recording impossible, and TV system.
may make it impossible to playback important data
recorded on the disc, take special precautions in
handling and storing these discs. Regarding DVD-R/RW discs
∞ CD-R/CD-RW discs cannot be recorded on this unit. ∞ Due to the unique construction of DVD-R/RW discs,
leaving them for extended periods of time in the pause
mode at a single point may result in the discs’ becoming
difficult to play at that place. The same symptom may
also occur if play back a single point on the disc
excessively.
As a result, users are advised to construct backup
archive discs when playing discs containing important
data.

is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

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 Preparations for Use: Basic Information

DVD disc box information

When you buy a DVD-Video in the shops, the back of
the disc box usually contains various information
about the contents of the disc. Below is an example,
with an explanation of each section.

1 2 3 4 5

1: English (5.1ch Surround) 1: English

2: Spanish (2ch Surround) 2: Spanish
Scope Size NTSC

1 Audio languages and audio formats 4 Region code and TV format

DVD-Video discs can contain up to 8 separate The world is divided into 6 DVD regions. Both
soundtracks with a different language on each. discs and players are coded for a particular region,
The first in the list is the original soundtrack. and to be able to play a disc, it must contain the
This section also details the audio format of each same region code as the player.
soundtrack—Dolby Digital, DTS, etc. This section also contains the TV format of the
disc. In this case, NTSC.
Dolby Digital 1
Dolby Digital is the most widespread DVD-Video 5 DVD-Video logo
audio format. Dolby Digital soundtracks can be
mono, stereo, or contain up to 5.1 channels (the
.1 refers to a special low-frequency effects
channel). Angle mark ( )
Some DVD-Video discs feature scenes shot
R

simultaneously from two or more angles. During

DTS playback, you can switch between these different
DTS is another 5.1 channel surround format angles.
sometimes used on DVD-Video discs, often in
addition to a Dolby Digital track.

Linear PCM
Linear PCM audio also sometimes appears on
DVD-Video discs, usually on music related
material. Linear PCM sountracks are mono or
stereo only.

2 Subtitle languages • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

DVD discs can contain up to 32 subtitle “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
languages. You can watch the disc with any of • “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered
these subtitle languages, or with no subtitles trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
displayed at all.

3 Screen aspect ratio

Movies are shot in a variety of screen formats.
This box tells you what the original format was (in
this case, Cinemascope), and what it is best
viewed as on a widescreen TV and a regular 4:3
TV. In this case, if you have a regular 4:3 TV, it is
recommended that you watch it in letterbox
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Preparations for Use: Basic Information

∞ Stereo Playback:
Stereo playback means sound is played back through independent channels from right and left speakers. The soundtracks
for DVD video stereo and ordinary music CDs (recorded with 2ch stereo) are played back only from the front speakers,
even when 5 surround speakers or sub-woofers are connected.

Front right
speaker

Front left speaker

∞ Dolby Surround Playback:

When Dolby Surround is noted on a commercially purchased DVD video, it means that sound can be played back from
five surround speakers.

Center speaker Front right

speaker

Right surround
speaker
Front left
speaker

Left Surround
speaker

∞ Dolby Digital 5.1 ch or DTS Surround Playback:

Programs recorded in Dolby Digital (5.1 ch surround) or DTS surround mode are played back through 5 surround speakers
plus sub-woofer, each with its own independent channel. Since each channel is recorded independently, the reproduced
sound has high presence and three-dimensionality.

Sounds of planes flying

overhead and other moving
Sounds of explosions, footsteps of sounds are reproduced with
dinosaurs and other low-frequency three-dimensional realism.
sounds are reproduced with bone-
shaking realism.
“0.1” refers to the Center
specialized low-frequency
sound of this channel. As a
speaker
result, no sound is produced
here in scenes that don’t Front right speaker
require super low sound. Sub-woofer
Right surround
Front left speaker
speaker

Dialogue is heard
primarily from the
center speaker.
Since front-back speakers
can be controlled
Left Surround independently, sounds can
speaker be heard travelling from
front to back, left to right,
and vice-versa.

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Features
[Product Introduction]
The PRV-LX1 (single-DVD-drive/twin-DVD-drive) is a DVD recorder developed by Pioneer for dedicated use in
DVD-Video production. The broad range of interface supports built into the PRV-LX1 allows the input of
professional mastering media (tapes) using professional component*1 video signals.
One of the PRV-LX1’s greatest features is its ability to create DVD-Video discs merely by pressing the REC
button, without worrying about the difficult DVD settings ordinarily required. A wealth of recording, playback,
and DVD setting functions and features are provided for efficient DVD production, thus achieving efficient and
high-performance operational characteristics for each type of DVD application.

Professional media source

Recording functions,
DVD production functions

Input signal Media output

Video cassette tape

One-push recording

*1 Component video inputs (NTSC only) supported by this unit include Betacam and SMPTE,
with signal levels as noted in the accompanying chart. Confirm the component output of
your VTR or other connected component when making settings.
Color Bar (75%)
Betacam component Y 1 Vp-p 0.714/0.286
B-Y/R-Y 0.7 Vp-p ±0.35
SMPTE Component Y 1 Vp-p 0.7/0.3
B-Y/R-Y 0.486 Vp-p ±0.2625

7 Dedicated HDD Hybrid Recorder for DVD- 7 Features and Functions for Efficient DVD-
Video Creation Video Creation
¶ 120 GB Hard Disk Drive with up to two writer units*2 ¶ Twin-DVD-drive recording system for simultaneous 2-
permits the creation of a wide variety of DVD-Video disc recording and disc duplication*3, providing for
discs. efficient creation of dual and backup discs.
¶ High-level DVD-Video authoring functions and video ¶ Built-in graphical users’ interface (GUI) for dedicated use
recording functions permit optimum disc creation for with DVD-Video authoring. Supports use of main and
any application. remote unit buttons, as well as keyboard and mouse, for
optimum operating efficiency.
*2 Required in the event of a twin-DVD-drive model or ¶ Equipped with auto-capture function for smooth media
when the optional DVD writer unit PRA-DW11 is conversion from tape sources. The range of functions
installed. includes everything from video input to DVD settings,
for fully automatic operation.
7 Professional System Support ¶ Supports Ethernet or DVD-R/RW disc input of EDL for
¶ This unit is equipped with a wide range of input and menus and auto-capture, providing for more efficient
output systems, including component input/output, XLR work flow, as well as allowing the creation of
input/output, DV connector, composite and S-video, in customized menus for various applications.
this way supporting a wide range of professional media ¶ Program available for upgrading professional functions
sources. It has also been provided with an expansion (requires user registration).
slot for excellent input/output expansion potential. *3
¶ Supports RS-422A and DV protocols for time-code Duplication of copyright protected disc media is
recording. prohibited. Do not attempt to duplicate copyrighted
discs without permission of the copyright owner.

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Example of System Composition and Recording Component Setup
7 System Composition
Note: Input Board Video Monitor
By installing the optional SDI Writer 2
AES/EBU input board (PRA- (optional) * (Must be purchased separately)
BD11) in the unit’s expansion Note: (optional for single-
* (Must be purchased separately)
slots, the PRV-LX1 can be At present, GUI is not DVD-drive model)
upgraded to support input of Video in output from the VGA
SDI video signals and SDI/AES (GUI) output * (Must be purchased separately)
EBU audio signals.
SDI connectors.
Audio in
SDI, AES/EBU
REC monitor / GUI display
SDI AES/EBU Input Board Expansion DVD-R/RW writer unit
Note: PRA-BD11 PRA-DW11
By installing the optional SDI Video out
AES/EBU output board (PRA- Output Board Component video Internal HDD
BD12) in the unit’s expansion
slots, the PRV-LX1 can be (optional) Composite video
upgraded to support output of * (Must be purchased separately)
SDI video signals and SDI/AES S-video
EBU audio signals. Video out
SDI Writer 1 Writer 2
Audio out
SDI, AES/EBU
SDI AES/EBU Output Board HDD (USB connector)
PRA-BD12 * (Must be purchased separately)

Video in/out
Component video
Composite video
S-video Remote
DV control unit Keyboard/mouse
(USB connector)
Audio in/out Supported discs: * (Must be purchased separately)
DVD-R (general use),
RCA DVD-RW
XLR
DV

* BETACAM, Digital BETACAM, and DVCAM are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
* DVCPRO is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Corporation.
* Check Pioneer’s website for a list of components and systems with confirmed operational compatibility.

An exterior control system can be created using

REMOTE/DV protocols*.
* Operating compatibility is not guaranteed for all
components equipped with REMOTE/DV connectors.
Check Pioneer’s website for a list of components and
systems with confirmed operational compatibility.
* Control from editing equipment is not supported.

[System Example]
REMOTE

Video

Audio

DV

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 Example of System Composition and Recording Component Setup

7 Regarding Recording Time

Recording to Hard Disk Drive = About 23-100 hours

* The capacity of the hard disk drive usable for recording is about 100 GB; continuous recording can be performed until no
more capacity remains, or up to a maximum of 100 hours.

Recording to disc media = About 1-6 hours

Disc Recording Times

• When creating project on a single disc (4.7 GB) without DVD menus.
• Create DVD-Video disc after pressing Make Disc button.

Write DVD-R DVD-RW

DVD-R
Read (4X-SPEED) (2X-SPEED)

HDD About 30 minutes About 20 minutes About 30 minutes

Disc Duplication Times

• DVD = HDD: Times required when copying one disc (4.7 GB) to hard disk drive.
• DVD = DVD: Times required when using optional additional drive to duplicate one disc (4.7 GB) from one DVD drive to
another.

Write DVD-R DVD-RW

HDD DVD-R
Read (4X-SPEED) (2X-SPEED)

DVD-Video About 30 minutes About 30 minutes About 30 minutes About 30 minutes

DVD-R About 30 minutes About 30 minutes About 30 minutes About 30 minutes

DVD-R
About 15 minutes About 30 minutes About 15 minutes About 30 minutes
(4X-SPEED)

DVD-RW
About 15 minutes About 30 minutes About 15 minutes About 30 minutes
(2X SPEED)

Note:
Times for recording and duplication of DVD-Video discs are given as general estimates. Actual recording times may vary.

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Names of Parts
Front Panel Facilities Twin-DVD-drive model or single-DVD-drive
model added PRA-DW11 (optional)
4
1 2 3 4 5 6 3
5

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14
No. Name Function
1 STANDBY/ON button When the unit is in the standby condition, pressing this button causes the
power to come on; the power indicator (to the left of the button) changes
from orange to green. The main display section indicates system startup.
After system startup is completed, the unit enters “idling condition,” and as
the unit’s display changes to show the current time, the STOP button lights.
When the unit is in the standby condition, if this button is pressed while
holding the STOP button depressed, the Function Menu’s setting values
will be reset to their factory defaults, and the power will then turn ON.
If the button is held depressed for one second or more when the unit is in
the idling condition, the unit will perform system shutdown, followed by
return to the standby mode (the power indicator will change from green to
orange). In the event operation becomes unstable and manual forced
shutdown is required, hold the button depressed for four seconds or more.
2 Display sections
3 PLAY/REC indicator Lights to indicate operating state of DVD1/DVD 2 drive.
Appears green during PLAY mode, and orange during REC mode.
4 DISC indicator Located to the right side of DVD1/DVD 2, this indicator light (orange) to
indicate that a disc is loaded. (*1)
5 EJECT button (0) Press to open/close disc tray. The DISC indicator flashes from the time
the button is pressed until the disc tray closes fully.
6 Drive 2 cosmetic panel This space is provided to allow the addition of a second DVD drive. When
an additional writer (PRA-DW11) is added here, it is considered “DVD2.”
Some models are factory equipped with twin-DVD-drive.
* For information on availability of twin-DVD models, consult your dealer.
7 DVD1, DVD2, HDD (Hard disk Drive) These indicators light to show which drive has been selected with the
indicators DRIVE SELECT button (the indicator for the selected drive lights green).
8 DRIVE SELECT button Use to select the playback source and destination drive for recording. The
selection changes in the order HDD (Hard disk Drive) = DVD1 = DVD2
= DVD1&2. When a drive is selected, the corresponding indicator lights
(green). When DVD1&2 is selected, DVD1 is designated as the playback
source.
9 PREVIEW button When this button is pressed with the unit in the idling condition, a
preview image/sound of the selected input (following encode and decode
processing) is supplied to all output connectors except DV; when the
button is pressed again, the unit returns to idling condition.
*1 A disc created on the PRV-LX1 that contains many titles may take dozens of seconds to recognize when loaded. The DISC
indicator flashes and the disc recording and playback cannot be started during disc recognition.
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No. Name Function

10 STOP button (7) Functions to stop recording or playback. Until all internal operations are
completed, the indicator flashes (white), and when fully completed, the
unit returns to the idling condition and the indicator lights (white). Also,
during idle condition, pressing the STOP button while holding down the
CURSOR (bottom pointing arrow) button turns progressive encoding ON/
OFF. (*2)
To switch the selected TV system format (NTSC/PAL), hold the CURSOR
(upward pointing arrow) button depressed and press the STOP button.
11 PLAY button (3) When this button is pressed, playback begins from selected source (DVD
drive or HDD), and the indicator lights (white). When HDD is designated
as the recording destination and time shift playback has been set, this
button responds even during recording, and initiates playback from the
recording start.
12 PAUSE button (8) When pressed, recording or playback is temporarily interrupted and the
indicator lights (white). During recording, allows automatic setting of
chapters. To resume recording from the recording pause mode, press the
REC button.
13 REC button (¶) When pressed, recording begins to the selected recording destination
(drive or project), and the indicator lights (white).
14 MOUSE/KEYBOARD connectors Allows connection of a USB mouse, USB keyboard and USB HDD to the unit. (*3)
15 STEP FWD button (E) During normal playback, press for frame advance. Hold depressed for
slow motion playback; during slow mode, press again to increase
playback speed. (*5)
16 STEP REV button (e) During normal playback, press for frame playback in reverse direction.
Hold depressed for slow motion playback; during slow mode, press to
decrease playback speed. (*5)
17 SCAN/SKIP FWD button (¡/¢) During playback, press to move to next title or chapter. Hold depressed to
initiate scan mode.
18 SCAN/SKIP REV button (1/4) During playback, press to move to previous title or chapter. Hold
depressed to initiate scan mode.
19 ENTER button Press to select function menu items and commands, and to input DVD
menu items and commands (during DVD playback).
During recording, press to insert chapter marks at optional locations.
20 CURSOR buttons (5, 3, ∞, 2) Use when selecting function menu items, and for DVD menu control
(during DVD playback).
21 Filter cover (2) These are ventilation ports provided to prevent excessive heating of
internal parts. During installation and operation, do not allow these ports
to become blocked, since malfunctions may result.
* Air filters are installed inside these filter covers, and must be removed
and replaced at regular intervals. Continuing to use the unit with clogged
filters may result in malfunction. Consult the appended instruction sheet
“Air Filter Replacement Instructions and Precautions”.
22 FUNCTION button (*4) Press to enable and disable the monitor’s on-screen function menu
display (default setting: DISABLED). When disabled, the unit returns to
idling condition.
23 DISPLAY button Press to turn on-screen display (OSD) ON/OFF (default setting: OFF). This
button does not operate when on-screen function display is set to
DISABLED.
24 Remote control sensor (Î) Receives signals from the remote control unit. Do not allow this part to be
blocked by other objects.
25 VOLUME knob Use to adjust output level to the headphones jack.
26 PHONES jack Use to connect headphones.

*2 Progressive is supported only during NTSC output.

• Connect to progressive-scan TV monitor. Non-progressive monitors will not produce correct playback.
• When progressive is set to ON, no video is output to any output connectors except the component output.
*3 Functionality of connected devices is not guaranteed. If USB mouse and keyboard operation is unstable, try disconnecting
and reconnecting the USB connector. If a USB hard disk drive is not recognized, or if operation is unstable, change to a
hub supporting USB 2.0. If operation continues to be erratic, inquire your Pioneer dealer or one of the service centers
listed at the end of this manual.
*4 This operates the same as the remote control unit’s SETUP button. The FUNCTION button operates only in the idling
condition.
*5 When performing reverse slow-motion playback with progressive output (NTSC only), the speed cannot be changed.
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Rear Panel Facilities

1 2 3 19 4 5 6 20 7 8 9 10

SIGNAL GND

18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11
No. Name Function
1 AC IN connector Connect to power cord.
2 Main power switch When set to ON, the unit enters standby condition and front panel indicator
lights orange.
3 AUDIO CH1/L CH2/R IN/OUT Input/output connectors for analog audio CH1/L CH2/R signals.
connectors
4 S-VIDEO IN/OUT connectors Input/output connectors for S-VIDEO video signal. Output is compatible with S2.
5 COMPOSITE VIDEO IN/OUT Input/output connectors for analog composite video signals.
connectors Note: Use coaxial cables (impedance: 75-ohm) to connect with BNC plugs.
6 COMPONENT VIDEO IN/OUT Input/output connectors for analog component video signals. (*1)
connectors Note: Use coaxial cables (impedance: 75-ohm) to connect with BNC plugs.
7 DV connector Connect to DV connector of professional use VTR or similar component.
8 Fan motor Fan motor for cooling internal parts.
9 LTC connector (*2) Connector for obtaining time code from VHS, VTR, etc.
Note: Use a coaxial cable (impedance: 75-ohm) to connect with BNC plugs.
10 EXT SYNC IN and through Use for connecting external sync signal, and for pass-through signals.
Output connector Note: Use coaxial cables (impedance: 75-ohm) to connect with BNC plugs.
11 Terminate switch Use to terminate sync signal. Set to ON when used alone or when connected
to a terminating unit.
12 SIGNAL GND terminal Ground terminal for signals. When using the unit in environments exposed to
high levels of electronic noise, malfunctions may occur to mouse and other
control devices. In such cases, connect a ground wire between the
components to reduce the noise. This is not an electric safety ground.
13 REMOTE IN/OUT connectors RS-422A compatible external control connector. The protocol is compatible
with SONY format. (*3)
14 PCM/2 DIGITAL OUT connector Digital audio output connector.
Note: Use a coaxial cable (impedance: 75-ohm) to connect with RCA in plugs.
15 ETHERNET connector Use for network connection.
16 MOUSE/KEYBOARD connectors Allows connection of a USB mouse, USB keyboard and USB HDD to the unit. (*4)
17 VGA (GUI) connector Connect to VGA monitor for expanded operation. (*5)
18 UPS connector Connect when using UPS.
19 Expansion slot 1 Provided to allow installation of the optional SDI AES/EBU input board (PRA-
BD11).
÷ Consult your dealer regarding installation.
20 Expansion slot 2 Provided to allow installation of the optional SDI AES/EBU output board (PRA-
BD12).
÷ Consult your dealer regarding installation.

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*1 Inputs are compatible with signal levels for both BETA and SMPTE (NTSC only). However, since outputs are
based on DVD format, they differ from BETA and SMPTE levels. As a result, outputs should be used only for
monitoring. See page 34 for input selection methods.
*2 LTC is not supported in drop frame mode.
*3 SONY is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Frame precision is not guaranteed when this unit is used as a
playback unit for editing. This component does not support control from an editing machine.
*4 Functionality of connected devices is not guaranteed. If a USB hard disk drive is not recognized, or if operation
is unstable, change to a hub supporting USB 2.0. If USB mouse and keyboard operation is unstable, try
disconnecting and reconnecting the USB connector. If operation continues to be erratic, inquire your Pioneer
dealer or one of the service centers listed at the end of this manual.
*5 The VGA output connector is provided for future expansion use; at present, the connector does not support the
output of GUI display signals.

Remote Control Unit

No. Name
1 REPEAT button
11 2 DISPLAY button
STOP PLAY

12 3 RPT A-B button (repeat playback between two

1 points)
REPEAT DISPLAY PAUSE
13
2 RPT A-B STEP
4 AUDIO select button
3 14 5 ANGLE button
AUDIO SCAN
4 15 6 SUBTITLE button
5 ANGLE SUBTITLE PREV NEXT
16 7 MENU button
6 MENU 17 8 TOP MENU button
7 TOP
ENTER
9 SETUP menu button *1
MENU
8 18 10 Number buttons (0–9, >10)
9 SETUP
19 11 STOP button (7)
10 1 2 3 RETURN 12 PLAY button (3)
TITLE/CHP
13 PAUSE button (8)
4 5 6 FRM/TIME
20 14 STEP / Slow buttons (e, E)
7 8 9 FRM/TIME 21 15 SCAN (fast forward/reverse) buttons (1, ¡)
0 >10 CLEAR SEARCH
22 16 Chapter skip NEXT button (¢)
23 17 Chapter skip PREV button (4)
24 18 Cursor buttons (5, 3, ∞, 2)
19 ENTER button
DXX2527
20 RETURN button
21 Title, chapter, frame, time button (TITLE/CHP/
FRM/TIME)
22 Frame/time button (FRM/TIME)
23 SEARCH button
24 CLEAR button
Load batteries into the *1 This key operates the same as the FUNCTION
button on the main unit.
remote control unit
Open the rear battery
Note:
compartment cover and insert ¶ Do not mix new batteries with old.
two AA batteries. ¶ Even batteries of the same type may display different
¶ Insert the two batteries with voltage characteristics. As a result, do not mix batteries
+ and – polarities aligned as of different brands together.
indicated in the battery case. ¶ If you do not plan to use the remote control unit for an
extended period (one month or more), remove the
batteries from the remote control unit to prevent potential
Range of Remote Control Unit damage from leakage of battery fluid. If battery leakage is
When pressing the remote control unit’s buttons, point it discovered, remove and discard the batteries, and
toward the front-panel remote sensor. The range of the carefully wipe up any battery fluid from inside the
remote control unit is about 7 meters, within an angular compartment. Replace the old batteries with new.
range of 30° to either side of the front of the remote ¶ When disposing of used batteries, please comply with
sensor. governmental regulations or environmental public
¶ The remote control unit may malfunction if strong instruction’s rules that apply in your country or area.
sunlight or fluorescent light is allowed to strike the ¶ This remote control unit cannot be used for recording
remote sensor directly. operations (recording start/pause/stop).
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Video Clip Management and Disc Authoring Procedure
When recording to either disc or hard disk drive (HDD), the PRV-LX1 manages the video recording clips by units
of “project.” When creating a disc from clips recorded on HDD, this project unit is used to perform the disc
recording.
A project is composed of individual recorded video clips (video data); while on the HDD, clips can be subjected
to simple editing processes (trimming, chapter marking and clip dividing), and editing of the clip selections and
their order can also be performed when recording from the HDD to DVD.

Work area Title A

Project Title B
Input signal Project Writer unit Title C

Video clip A Title D

Project Video clip B Title E
Video clip C Writer unit Title F
Video clip D Title G

7 In principle, video data recorded in a unit lasting from REC start to REC stop is recorded on the HDD or DVD disc
as a single unit called a video file (clip or title). Chapter marking can also be performed during recording.

7 Following recording of the video signal, items which can be set or changed, together with disc
production procedures, are noted below:

When recording to DVD disc:

1 Settable items: ¶ Disc menu setting
¶ Disc program setting

2 Disc creation flow:

Video image recording = Disc setting = Finalize

Note:
A disc created on the PRV-LX1 that contains many titles may take dozens of seconds to recognize when
loaded. The DISC indicator flashes and the disc recording and playback cannot be started during disc
recognition.

When recording to HDD:

1 Settable items: ¶ Clip editing (chapter marking, trimming, clip dividing)
¶ Title selection (selection of clips and their order for recording to disc)
¶ Project copying, erasing
¶ Clip copying, erasing
¶ Disc menu setting
¶ Disc program setting
2 Disc creation flow:
Video image recording = Clip editing = Disc setting = Recording to disc (including finalizing)

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Basic Operations
[Operation] 7 Operations Using a Mouse or Keyboard
The various operating settings are performed using A commercially available keyboard or mouse (with
the buttons on the main unit’s front panel, as well as USB connector) can be used to control the main unit
the remote control unit and optional mouse/ for more efficient selection of setting items. Also,
keyboard. the keyboard’s function keys can be programmed
1 Front panel buttons with the operations of the main unit’s operating
keys. This not only enhances operating efficiency,
but also allows standard operations to be performed
even at a distance separated from the main unit.
See page 29 for information on function key settings.
Some front panel control buttons are assigned to
shortcut keys. Shortcut key assignments are
described on page 88.
The numeric keys on the keyboard provide the same
functions as the numeric buttons on the remote
MOUSE/KEYBOARD jacks
control unit. During title text and other text input, any
functions assigned to the keyboard’s normal function
keys are disabled.

Note 2:
Mouse and keyboard are not provided, and must be
purchased separately.
4 Keyboard
2 Remote control unit Note 3:
3 Mouse
Title text and other text inputs require the use of a
keyboard. The purchase and implementation of a keyboard
7 Operations using remote control unit is recommended.
The furnished remote control unit has been designed
Note 4:
primarily for video playback control, including
Certain special keys (“Play” etc.) found on commercially
emulation operations before recording images from available keyboards may not be used.
HDD to DVD media, and when playing DVD-Video
discs. The remote control unit can also be used to Note 5:
make Function Menu settings. A connected keyboard or mouse may not be recognized
during the power on and booting operation. In this event,
try disconnecting and then reconnecting the mouse or
Note 1: keyboard. If the USB port cannot be accessed due to a
The remote control unit cannot be used to turn power ON/ specific kind of rack mounting, a USB hub can be attached
OFF or to perform recording operations. to solve this symptom. If a USB hard disk drive is not
recognized, or if operation is unstable, change to a hub
supporting USB 2.0.

USB hub Keyboard/mouse

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[Function Menu]
Setting operations are performed on this unit via a STATUS section
dedicated graphical user interface (GUI) called the
“Function Menu”.
* With a few exceptions, the menu
screens shown here represent
those appearing on the single-DVD- EDIT section
drive model. As a result, the actual
appearance may be slightly
different in the case of the twin- APP section
DVD-drive model.
The Function Menu is composed of a top SET UP
menu for confirming current operating section
STATUS, together with the following three
sub-sections:
1 EDIT: items related to recorded video data Function Menu (Top Menu)
and DVD settings. * Displayed in the event of a twin-
2 APP (Application): settings for disc DVD-drive model or when the
duplication and importing, auto capture for optional DVD writer unit PRA-
DW11 is installed.
EDL (Edit Decision List) and other settings.
3 SET UP: basic unit settings.
Each of these sections is composed of further
sub-menus.
Second sub-menu

Third sub-menu
First sub-menu
Project information
(project name: total title
Back button capacity/project
(return to top menu) capacity)
Exit button
(to leave Function Menu)
Currently selected drive
Information area

Function Menu
(SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video Setting] = [Background Color])

7 How to Access Function Menu

Use the following method to display the Function Menu overlaid on the current Video signal:

1 Press the FUNCTION button on the main unit’s front panel.

This product includes FontAvenue® fonts licenced by NEC Corporation.

FontAvenue is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation.

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2 Press the remote control unit’s SETUP button 4 Access from the Keyboard by Assigning a
Function key.

STOP PLAY

REPEAT DISPLAY PAUSE

RPT A-B STEP

Function Menu
AUDIO SCAN
Use main unit setting to assign appears when F1
ANGLE SUBTITLE PREV NEXT
FUNCTION button to F1 key. key is pressed.
MENU

SETUP
TOP
MENU ENTER

SETUP
7 To Exit the Function Menu
3 RETURN

Use either of the following methods:

1 2

TITLE/CHP
4 5 6 FRM/TIME

7 8 9 FRM/TIME
1 Press the Exit button found on any of the sub-
0 >10 CLEAR SEARCH menus (move mouse cursor over the Exit button
and press the left mouse button).
DXX2527 2 Press the main unit’s front panel FUNCTION
button.
3 Press the remote control unit’s SETUP button.
4 Click the right button on the mouse (Note 6).
5 If the Function Menu has been assigned to a
3 Using the mouse to display and access the
function key on the keyboard, press that key.
playback control bar.
Note 6:
Use of the mouse’s right button to exit the Function Menu
is supported only during display of the top menu.
Press both right and
left mouse buttons 7 Control Bar
simultaneously.
The control bar is displayed by pressing the mouse’s
right and left buttons simultaneously. When the
control bar is displayed, pressing the mouse’s right
\

and left buttons once again will cause the control bar
Control bar is displayed.
to be hidden. When the mouse cursor is moved over
the control bar, the cursor pointer arrow changes
to a hand . When the hand is displayed, it can
be used to perform the same operations available
with the remote control unit; move the hand over the
desired item and select by clicking the left mouse
button.
The position of the control bar can be changed by
placing the mouse cursor on the left edge and
dragging. (Note 7)
Control bar
Note 7:
The movable range of the control bar is limited to that area
not overlapping the OSD display. Also, the new location of
the control bar is preserved until the Function Menu is
displayed.

Press the FUNCTION button

Move the mouse cursor

over the FUNCTION
button and click the
mouse’s left button.

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[Main Unit Setting Functions]
7 System Settings (Operation Details: page 29)
• These items allow setting of mouse and keyboard, function keys of a keyboard assignments, network
settings, and other defaults. Displaying system information and formatting the hard disk can also be
performed here.

1 System Setting: Use to perform settings including keyboard, mouse, and main unit clock.
2 F-Key Set: Use to assign unit functions to the function keys of a keyboard.
3 Network: Use to perform network settings (when an optional network is installed).
4 UPS Setting: Use to perform settings when connected to a designated uninterrupted power
system (UPS).
5 Information: Display system information.
6 HDD Tools: Use to erase user data and perform file system checks on the hard disk drive.

Note 1:
A mouse and keyboard are not included. Most commercially available mouses and keyboards (with USB connector) may
be used.

Note 2:
When connecting a UPS, please purchase the Smart-UPS 700VA (SU700NET) manufactured by AMERICAN POWER
CONVERSION CORP. (APC).

7 Operation Settings
• Use to make settings required when connecting the PRV-LX1 to other components, and to perform
operation settings.

1 Control Setting: Settings required when connecting this unit to a source component (page 40).

* Example of connections with local settings

No control Control
PRV-LX1 Connected VTR
PRV-LX1 Connected VTR

* Example of connections with remote settings

Control
VTR or Computer PRV-LX1

Note 3:
There are limitations on supported commands. In addition, control may not be possible depending on the model.
Please check our web site for information on devices for which connection has been confirmed.
Operations other than manual forced shutdown may not be accepted if auto capture is performed with a device for which
connection has been confirmed. Manual forced shutdown may damage the contents of HDD recordings.

2 Video Setting: Use to perform settings for Video and OSD output (page 52).
3 HDD Recording: Use to enable/disable settings for time shift playback (page 49).
4 Info Language: Set GUI display language (page 32).

Note 4:
When GUI language is set to Japanese, the information area and dialogue displays are shown in Japanese, and Japanese
language input is also supported.

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[Recording Functions] (Operation Details: page 33)

• In addition to composite video, S-video, DV and RCA connectors, this unit is equipped with connectors for
component video and XLR, thus providing support of connections to professional video components. In this
way, RS-422A, IEEE1394, and LTC (linear time code) connectors can be used to support recording compliant
with time code information.
• Video and audio inputs are recorded to HDD or DVD-R/RW media while being converted to data compliant
with the DVD-Video format.
• During recording, manual chapter setting can be performed, as well as automated chapter insertion at 3, 5,
10, 15, 30 or 60 minute intervals.

Notes :
∞ Playback video/audio signals are delayed approximately 4 seconds from the input signal due to time required
for encoding and decoding.
∞ Recording will not begin when copy guard protected signals are input.
∞ When DVD drive is selected as the recording destination, the EJECT button is disabled during use of the
preview function.
∞ When recording to DVD media, at the end of a recording, from several to several dozen seconds will be
required to complete the disc writing process. If an attempt is made to restart recording during this period,
the actual recording cannot begin until the disc writing process is completed.
∞ Up to 99 chapter marks can be designated per title (clip); regardless of the insertion method, however, no
more than 99 chapters can be inserted.
∞ When chapter marks are inserted by pressing the Enter key on a keyboard, if the Enter key is held
depressed, multiple consecutive chapter marks may be inserted.
∞ Chapter mark positions are inserted in units of 15 frames (NTSC) or 12 frames (PAL).
∞ When using the Edit List (EDL) function, at the final IN/OUT point setting, the APP section = [Auto
Capture] = [IN/OUT Point] = [Record As] command must be set to “Title (Stop)”.
∞ Recordings cannot be made directly to the USB HDD.

[Play Functions] (Operation Details: page 45)

• Perform playback of clips recorded on DVD-Video discs or in projects recorded on hard disk drive, with
video/audio being output to all output connectors.
• During recording to hard disk drive, time shift playback can be used to play the recorded contents from
beginning.

Notes :
∞ When using DVD-Video time search, playback may begin at a point somewhat shifted from the actually
designated time number.
∞ Depending on the structure of the DVD-Video used, some errors may occurs when time search is
performed for time numbers located in a range extending from several frames before to several frames after
the divisions between titles and chapters.
∞ Some recorded DVD-Video discs may not playback properly.
∞ When a copy-protected DVD media is played back, if recording is performed, no signal will be output to DV,
even if DV output is set to “Enabled”.
∞ When DV output is "Enabled", pressing the PLAY button on the front panel or remote control unit will cause
playback to begin after about five seconds.
∞ During time shift playback, the PLAY button enable start time is different depending on video encode rate
and audio encoding method.

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[Editing Functions] (Operation Details: page 62, 67)

• When recording to HDD, it is possible to change the name of each of multiple recording data (clips), and
editing functions including trimming, chapter editing, clip dividing, and title-order editing can be performed.
• DVD disc emulation allows you to check editing results before recording them on the hard disk.
• Clips in projects on the hard disc, although discs created with the PRV-LX1 can be copied.
• Clips in projects backed up on the USB HDD cannot be copied.
• It is possible to export project content clips in the form of vob files. The resulting files can be exported via
FTP connection to a networked computer.

Notes :
∞ To change clip names, connect a keyboard to the MOUSE/KEYBOARD USB jack.
∞ The name of the clip is that of the title listed on the title menu.
∞ During trimming edit, it is possible to select whether the edited results are to be saved by overwriting
previous files or created as independent new files. The size of new clips created by trimming differs
depending on the HDD’s open space. When saving by overwriting previous files, clips up to "4.7GB + HDD
available space" can be created.
∞ Chapter mark positions are inserted in units of 15 frames (NTSC) or 12 frames (PAL).
∞ The total size after editing must be such that can be held on a single DVD disc (4.7 GB) or recording to disc
will not begin.

[Authoring Functions] (Operation Details: page 55)

• This unit provides a number of DVD menu layouts, allowing them to be associated with recorded images for
creation of DVD-Video discs.
• During disc playback, various playback program settings can be made, including a first play program to
designate what scene is played back first, and title post command to designate operations following title
playback.

Note :
∞ The menu screen supports only a 4:3 aspect ratio. As a result, when a menu background image or thumbnail
is extracted from a title recorded in 16:9 aspect ratio, the image will appear vertically elongated.
∞ Removing a recorded DVD disc whether finalized or not finalized deletes the DVD menu settings, clip name
and chapter name settings. Edit DVD menu settings, titles and chapter names prior to finalization.

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[Copy, Import, Backup and Restore Functions] (Operation Details: pages 70, 72, 76)
7 Copy
• Disc duplication operations have been optimized by the provision a 4x high-speed (maximum) duplication
function.
• In addition to copying from HDD to DVD-R/RW, duplication of DVD-R/RW discs is also possible.

Notes :
∞ Only one image file can be constructed on the hard disk drive. If a disc differing from the original copy
source disc is newly copied to the hard disk drive, the previous image file will be erased.
∞ Image files with volume exceeding 4.7 GB cannot be copied to disc.
∞ The time required for disc copying will differ depending on the disc’s record and read performance.
∞ Discs with copy-prohibited contents cannot be copied. When this unit is used to record copyrighted
material, the permission of each copyright holder and neighboring rights holder must be obtained. Failure to
obtain the permission of each rights holder can be punished by law. Pioneer disclaims any and all
responsibility for any trouble arising between the user of this device and any such rights holders as the
result of recording of copyrighted materials.

7 Import
• By using CD/DVD discs, or an FTP connection from a computer linked to online network, DVD menu layout
image files and DVD menu background image files can be downloaded for importing to the menu library.
• Edit Lists (EDL) can be similarly downloaded and imported.

7 Backup and Restore

• Projects, image files, menu libraries, EDL and system settings on the internal hard disk can be backed up by
connecting an external hard disk (USB HDD).
• Data backed up on a USB HDD can be used to restore hard disk data.
• Project data backed up on the USB HDD can be deleted.
• This unit supports USB 2.0 (maximum transfer rate: 480 Mbps). For efficient backup and restore, it is
recommended that USB HDDs supporting USB 2.0 be used.

Notes :
∞ Data backed up on the hard disk may be corrupted if the USB HDD is damaged. Save important data to
DVD-R/RW as DVD-Video disc.
∞ The menu layout and background image data is not saved in a project backup. The menu library is backed up
when the original menu data is used.
∞ Default menus are selected when the menu layout and background image data are not specified in restoring
a project.
∞ When using a USB hub, it is recommended to use one supporting USB 2.0.
∞ Turn off the unit before connecting and disconnecting to the USB HDD.
Backed up data may be lost and unit operation may become unstable when the USB HDD is connected and
disconnected during unit operation.

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Status Confirmation Using Onscreen Display (OSD)
By pressing the DISPLAY button on the unit’s front panel or on the remote control unit, the onscreen display
(OSD) will be projected on the monitor screen. The OSD permits confirmation of the unit’s current setting
status, as as well as recording/playback conditions.

7 Idling Condition Recording-Setting Confirmation Screen

When the unit is in the idling condition, pressing the DISPLAY button causes a listing of the unit’s current
Status (settings) to be displayed. This display allows the user to check settings before operating the unit, yet
without the need to enter the Function Menu, thus permitting more efficient operation.
When in the idling condition, the OSD screen is composed of two pages. The first two times the DISPLAY
button is pressed, the OSD alternates between the two pages; when the button is pressed a third time, the
OSD is turned off.

Main unit button

Drive selected

Project name (Note 1)

Video source

Video encoding rate

Remote control unit
Video filter label

Audio input source

Audio encoding format

OSD Page 1

Note 1:
When the destination drive is DVD, the project name is not displayed.
Project names are displayed only when HDD is designated as the destination drive.

Remaining HDD capacity

Remaining recording time

Time code input source

Input time code data

External sync

Control mode

Video aspect ratio

Chapter mark input

method
OSD Page 2

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7 OSD during Recording

When the DISPLAY button is pressed during recording, the OSD projects the unit’s recording status and
playback condition (during time shift playback), thus allowing confirmation of these items.
In the recording mode, the OSD screen is composed of two pages, a simple (reduced clutter) page, and a
detailed information page. The first two times the DISPLAY button is pressed, the OSD alternates between
the two pages; when the button is pressed a third time, the OSD is turned off.

Main unit button

Recording status Recording title/chapter Recording time (Note 2)

Remote control unit

Playback Playback title/chapter (Note 3) Playback time (Note 3)

status (Note 3)

OSD during Recording (page 1)

Note 2:
The recording time is the same as the time for the input video image;
this differs from the output video image time (which is subjected to
encoding/decoding).
Note 3:
Playback status is shown only during time shift playback.

(Note 4)
Playback status Playback title/chapter (Note 4)
Recording status Recording title/chapter
Remaining
HDD capacity

Recording time

Playback time (Note 4)

Video input Audio input Remaining recording time

Video encode rate Video filter level

OSD during Recording (page 2)

Note 4:
Playback status is shown only during time shift playback.

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7 OSD during Playback

When the DISPLAY button is pressed during playback, the OSD projects the unit’s playback status, allowing
confirmation of these items.
In the playback mode, the OSD screen is composed of two pages, a simple (reduced clutter) page, and a
detailed information page. The first two times the DISPLAY button is pressed, the OSD alternates between
the two pages; when the button is pressed a third time, the OSD is turned off.

Main unit button Playback status Repeat display (Note 5) Playback title / chapter

Playback time
Playback
source drive
Remote control unit

Playback speed display (Note 6) Remaining time in title / Total title time

OSD during Playback (page 1)

Note 5:
Displayed only during repeat play.

Note 6:
Displayed only during scan and slow speed playback.
Not displayed when performing reverse slow-motion playback with
progressive output (NTSC only).

Playback speed display (Note 8) Repeat display (Note 7) Playback title / chapter

Playback status Playback time

Playback source drive
Angle number/total Remaining time in title /
Total title time

Audio number/total Remaining time in chapter /

Total chapter time

Audio Subtitle number/total

encoding Function status (Note 9)
method

OSD during Playback (page 2)

Note 7:
Displayed only during repeat play.

Note 8:
Displayed only during scan and slow speed playback.
Not displayed when performing reverse slow-motion playback with
progressive output (NTSC only).

Note 9:
Displayed during angle, audio, subtitle change, and during search
operations.

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System Default Settings
Select [System] command on the Function Menu’s Programming the Function keys:
SET UP section to select initial defaults for the PRV- To facilitate operation of the unit, the SET UP
LX1. section = [System] = [F-Key Set] command allows
you to program your keyboard’s 12 function keys
Mouse/Keyboard (F1-F12) to perform the equivalent functions of front
This DVD recorder supports use of a mouse and panel controls. The function keys can also be
keyboard. The types of mouse and keyboard combined with Ctrl and Shift keys to provide
supported are as follows: additional programming combinations.
Mouse: Generic
Keyboard: US type (101-key)
Japan type (106-key)
To set the keyboard type, go to SET UP section =
[System] = [System Settings] = [Keyboard].

SET UP section = [System] = [F-Key Set 1-6]

SET UP section = [System] = [System Settings]

The [System Settings] command also allows
selection of mouse cursor movement speed,
keyboard key repeat speed, and time zone and date/
time.

SET UP section = [System] = [F-Key Set 1-6]

= F-key Enable setting

SET UP section = [System] = [System Settings]

= TimeZone setting

SET UP section = [System] = [F-Key Set 1-6]

= F1 setting

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System Default Settings

Network selected, the [IP Address] command will display the

When using this unit on a network, go to SET UP address automatically allocated to the recorder.
section = [System] = [Network], and set the Also, setting [Network] to “ON” makes it possible
[Network] command to “ON”. Then go to SET UP to check the MAC address of this unit.
section = [System] = [Network], and set the
[DHCP/Manual] command either to use DHCP Note:
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) or input the IP Be very careful when setting IP address, sub-net
address used, together with sub-net mask and mask, and Gateway addresses. Failure to set the
Gateway address. correct values may not only make it impossible to
If “DHCP” is selected, confirm that a DHCP server in connect to a network, but cause malfunctions
fact exists. If no server exists, a longer time will be throughout the network. If you are unsure of the
required for the unit to boot to the idling condition proper values to set for these items, consult your
when the power is turned on. When “DHCP” is network administrator.

UPS Support
Whenever the power to this unit is turned OFF, the
unit performs a shutdown operation. An unintentional
power interruption results in the power being
disconnected without the shutdown operation being
performed, thus resulting in potential malfunctions. In
order to avoid such malfunctions, the use of an
uninterrupted power supply (UPS) is recommended.
By going to SET UP section = [System] = [UPS
Setting] = [Model], you can select APC Smart-
UPS 700 or Smart-UPS 500 (Note).
Note:
SET UP section = [System] = [Network] Smart-UPS 500 is for use in Japan only.
Also, if power is interrupted and the UPS operates,
the time before automatic shutdown is initiated can
be set to 30 seconds or 60 seconds (SET UP section
= [System] = [UPS Setting] = [Shutdown
Delay]). In this way, the shutdown operation will be
avoided if normal power is restored within the
selected time interval.

SET UP section = [System] = [Network] =

[DHCP/Manual] = [DHCP]

SET UP section = [System] = [UPS Setting]

Use the UPS products below, manufactured by

AMERICAN POWER CONVERSION CORP. (APC).
Smart-UPS 700VA
(Part Number: SU700NET)
SET UP section = [System] = [Network] = Connection of other manufacturers’ UPS will not
[DHCP/Manual] = [Manual] result in proper operation.

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 System Default Settings

When connecting the UPS to the PRV-LX1, be sure

to disconnect the power to the PRV-LX1 first, and Note:
use the cord supplied with the UPS to connect the The Delete and Format commands provided with
two units. If the connection is made after the PRV- the unit do not completely delete all data on a
LX1 has booted up, the shut-down operation may hard disk.
Thus discarding or transferring a USB HDD to a
not occur properly.
third party when hard disk data has been deleted
Before using the unit with a UPS, be sure to consult
using these functions runs the risk of placing
the operating instructions accompanying the UPS backed up image data into the wrong hands. To
product. prevent such a risk, use commercially available
software to wipe the hard disk clean or request
System Information a dealer to do so. Consult your USB HDD
Go to SET UP section = [System] = [Information] manufacturer for details.
to confirm the following system information:
System version (application version / OS version)
Total power-on time (hours)
Hard disk drive (HDD) access time (hours)
DVD-R/RW Drive read/write time (hours)
Service information

SET UP section = [System] = [HDD Tools]

Note 1:
Selecting Format deletes all projects and image files
on the hard disk. The Format command erases even
SET UP section = [System] = [Information] those clips in projects which have been set for
Note: accidental erasure protection using the EDIT section
The number in service Information [Service Info] = [Project] = [Record/Name] = [Protect]
indicates the result of hard disk fault diagnosis. command. Also, when executing the Format
0 Hard disk is operating normally. command, set drive selection to “HDD”(see page
1, 2 Hard disk operation requires caution. 35) (formatting cannot be performed on “DVD1” and
3, 4 The hard disk may crash. Take it back to the “DVD2”).
dealer’s at the earliest possible opportunity. Note 2:
This information is only a guideline. Contact your The internal hard disk drive cannot be formatted
dealer when the hard disk does not seem to run when there is a disc in the drive. Remove the disc to
normally regardless the information that appears. Do format the hard disk drive.
not leave important data on the hard disk but save it Note 3:
to a DVD-R/RW as DVD-Video disc. [USB hard disk] appears as [Target Drive]
command only when a USB HDD is connected
HDD Tools before opening the Function Menu.
The SET UP section = [System] = [HDD Tools] Note 4:
command allows you to format and perform file When using a USB HDD, connect the hard disk
checks of the video recording area on the hard disk before turning on the unit. A USB HDD equipped
and the USB HDD. with a power switch should be turned on before
Use the [Target Drive] command to specify the turning on the unit. Do not connect and disconnect
drive where the operation is to be performed. the USB cable when the unit is in operation.
Formatting deletes all data on the drive so be sure to
enter the correct drive in the [Target Drive] setting.

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Background Color GUI Language Setting

Go to SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video Use the SET UP section = [Operation] = [Info
Settings] = [Background Color] to select the Language] = [Language] command to change the
background color when the unit is in the idling language used in the information area of the
condition. Function Menu and text entry language between
English or Japanese.

SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video Settings]

= [Background Color] SET UP section = [Operation] = [Info Language]
= [Language]
Composite Video/Audio RCA Output
Signal pass-through is supported on this unit only
with composite video output and audio RCA output
signals.
Use the SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video
Settings] = [Composite Out] command to select
“Source Monitor”.

SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video Settings]

= [Composite Out]
Note:
If [Composite Out] is set to “Source Monitor”
(pass-through output), when OSD is set to ON during
recording, the video and audio will switch to
“Decoder Out” (encode/decode output).
Regardless of the setting of the [Composite Out]
command, outputs other than composite video,
audio RCA and headphones will be treated as
“Decoder Out” (encode/decode output) video and
audio signals.

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Recording
The recording function involves inputting video/audio Selecting the TV System Mode
signals from a VTR or other video playback device Select the TV system mode for recording. When [TV
(“external VTR”), converting those signals to data SYSTEM] is selected on the STATUS section of the
compatible with the DVD video format, and Function Menu, the selectable TV systems are
recording that data on the hard disk or a DVD-R/RW displayed. Using the CURSOR button and ENTER
disc. A playback video/audio signal is simultaneously button, select either “NTSC” or “PAL”. When
output. If the SET UP section [Operation] = [Video changing from the currently selected system, a
Settings] = [Composite Out] is set to “Source confirmation dialogue box will be displayed.
Monitor”, the input image will be passed through
during recording as well (see page 32). In addition, in
the event this command is set to “Decoder Out”,
the output signal will be the encoded/decoded
version of the original input video/audio signal.

Note 1:
The playback video signal is delayed about 4 seconds
with respect to the input signal due to the time
required for encoding and decoding.
Note 2:
Recording will not begin if a copy-guard protected
input signal is detected.
Note 3:
STATUS section = [TV System]
If [Composite Out] is set to “Source Monitor”
(pass-through output), when OSD is set to ON during
recording, the video and audio will switch to
“Decoder Out” (encode/decode output).
Note 4:
Turn off the power of the recorder and then turn it
back on again if the disc does not come out even
when a drive error has occurred.

Drive indicators

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Selecting Input
On the Function Menu, the STATUS section = [V
Input] and [A Input] commands indicate the
currently selected video and audio input signals. Use
the CURSOR and ENTER buttons to change to the
connectors for different input signals if desired.
With either [V input] or [A input] is designated in
“DV”, both video and audio will become DV input. In
this case, “LPCM” (see page 37) cannot be selected
as the audio encoding method.
When “PAL” is selected as the TV system, only 1
[Component] type will be available.
Also, DV audio format auto-sensing is performed in
TV system switch confirmation dialog 1 the case of the following settings, with the result
When [OK] is selected, the TV system changes and that recording and preview are disabled during the 2
a second confirmation dialogue box appears. or 3 seconds until the sensing is completed.
1 When input selection is changed;
2 When recording settings are changed;
3 Immediately following DV signal input (when
cable is connected or playback is begun on a
connected DV component)

Note:
If preview is performed immediately after setting
input, the error message “No DV Input” will appear.
This is only the result of the auto-sensing process
noted above, however, and is not a malfunction.

TV system switch confirmation dialog 2

Press [OK] to confirm the newly selected TV system.
If [Cancel] is selected, the unit will return to the
previously set TV system. Also, the previous TV
system will also be restored automatically if the
dialogue box is left displayed without taking action
for 10 seconds or more.

The TV system can also be changed by

simultaneously pressing the front panel’s CURSOR
(upward pointing arrow) and STOP buttons,
STATUS section = [V Input]

or by pressing function key 1-12 if that function has

been allocated. In this case, no dialogue box will be
displayed.

Note:
TV system cannot be changed except when the unit
is in the idle mode.

STATUS section = [A Input]

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 Recording

Selecting Recording Destination When a disc is removed before finalizing, the data
The currently selected recording destination (also the recorded so far remains on the hard disk. A new
playback source) will be displayed on the front project is automatically created when this disc is
panel’s central indicator (DVD1, DVD2, HDD reinserted and additional data that is recorded is
indicator). The [Drive] command on the Function saved to this project. Thus data recorded prior to
Menu’s STATUS section also indicates the currently removal and data recorded after reinsertion are
selected recording destination/playback source. Use saved to different projects.
the front panel’s DRIVE SELECT button, or the Note:
[Drive] command in the Function Menu’s STATUS When a disc is inserted and a recording is made,
section to select the recording destination. However, [Record To] setting can no longer be changed.
note that the DRIVE SELECT button is disabled The [Record To] setting is saved for each drive and
during display of the Function Menu. can be changed when drive selection changed.
When the “HDD” is selected, recording to
performed to HDD only. If only 1 DVD-R/RW writer is
installed, “DVD1” will be selected; if two writers are
present, either “DVD1” or “DVD2”, or “DVD1&2”
can be selected as the recording destination.
When “DVD&HDD” is selected using the EDIT
section = [Project] = [Record/Name] = [Record
To] command, data is recorded both to the DVD disc
and hard disk simultaneously, and hard disk
recording remains stored even after the DVD disc
has been removed.

EDIT section = [Project] = [Record/Name]

= [Record To]

When recording to hard disk drive, this recorder

performs internal management of recorded data
(clips) in units called “projects.” Multiple clips (up to
a maximum of 255) can be recorded in a single
project, and so long as a project is not changed, clips
can be recorded continuously within a single project.
When you wish to classify your recorded data in
multiple groups, change the project by using the
STATUS section = [Drive] (single-DVD-drive model) [Project] command on the STATUS section, and
continue recording.

STATUS section = [Drive] (twin-DVD-drive model)

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Other Recording Settings Video Encode Rate Settings

Function Menu’s SET UP section = [Recording]: The SET UP section = [Recording] = [Video/
This command also allows the following settings: Audio] = [Video Encode Rate] command allows
Video Encode Rate: 32 levels you to set the encoding rate for recording. This
Video Filter (NR): 16 levels setting affects the recording time and the transfer
Audio Encode: Dolby Digital / LPCM(Note1) rate (image quality). See pages 78 and 79 for
Audio Level: –48 dB to +14 dB information on the relationship between encoding
Aspect: 4:3 / 16:9 rate and recording time/transfer rate.
Setup Level: 0 IRE / 7.5 IRE(Note2) The encode rate can be set either as a step between
Auto Chapter: Manual / Automatic step 1 to 32 or as a recording time value. The
(at 3/5/10/15/30/60 recording time value is converted to the step that is
minutes intervals) closest to the set time.
REC Button: REC Start /
Standby = REC

SET UP section = [Recording] = [Video/Audio]

= [Video Encode Rate] Step change
SET UP section = [Recording] = [Video/Audio]

Note 1:
“LPCM” cannot be selected when “DV” is set as
the input.
Note 2:
Cannot be selected when “PAL” is selected as the
TV system.

SET UP section = [Recording] = [Video/Audio]

= [Video Encode Rate] Time change

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Video Filter Level Setting Select R or L and press the Up/Down key to adjust
Use the Video filter to improve image quality when the sound in the right or left channel (the numbers
the Video encode rate setting is low or when there is are incremented or decremented by each press of
noise in the video source. A higher filter level the Up/Down key). To adjust both the right and left
reduces noise more efficiently but lowers resolution. channels, select “L+R” and press the Up/Down key.
Set the level where you obtain the greatest amount Adjust the audio level so that maximum level does
of noise reduction with the lowest loss of resolution. not light the top indicator on the level meter.

SET UP section = [Recording] = [Video/Audio] SET UP section = [Recording] = [Video/Audio]

= [Video Filter (NR)] = [Audio Level]

Audio Encode Setting Methods for Setting Chapter Mark

Select Dolby Digital or LPCM audio encoding. As Insertion
shown in the table on pages 78 and 79, the This function sets how chapter marks are set during
recording time differs depending on the selected recording.
encode setting even at the same recording rate. In Manual mode, chapter marks can be entered at
Note: desired locations by using the main unit’s front panel
“LPCM” cannot be selected when “DV” is selected ENTER button, the remote control unit’s ENTER
as the input source. button, the Enter key on a connected keyboard, The
PAUSE button also can be used to enter chapter
marks during recording standby.
Chapter marks can be automatically set at intervals
range from 3 to 60 minutes. In this case, the ENTER
and PAUSE buttons cannot be used to enter
chapter marks.

R
])

SET UP section = [Recording] = [Video/Audio]

= [Audio Encode]

Audio Level Setting

The SET UP section = [Recording] = [Video/
Audio] = [Audio Level] command allows you to set
the audio level for recording. SET UP section = [Recording] = [Others]
= [Auto Chapter]
Adjust the audio level when the audio source is too
low or so large the sound is distorted to obtain an
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Preview Function Starting and Stopping Recording

The PREVIEW button on the front panel, or the SET Recording can be started and stopped either
UP section = [Recording] = Preview button manually or automatically.
makes it possible to check the result of encoding/ Recording automatically stops whenever the
decoding of the video/audio input signals without recording destination runs out of recording capacity.
making a recording to DVD discs or hard disks. Also, recording will not start if the medium has no
In the idling condition, press either the PREVIEW recording space available. When recording to DVD,
button, or on the Function Menu’s SET UP section recording will not begin after 99 titles have been
= [Recording] command, press the Preview recorded to a single disc, even if the disc has
button. The elected input preview image/sound (after recording capacity remaining. When performing
continuous recording to hard disk drive, a single clip
encoding and decoding) will be produced at all
can contain a maximum of 100 hours of recording
output connectors. Also, while viewing the preview,
time.
if the PREVIEW button or the STOP button is
Note:
pressed (or if the mouse’s left and right buttons are
When recording to DVD, if the unit is left in the
clicked simultaneously), the unit will return to the recording standby mode for 1 hour or more, the unit
idling condition or the Function Menu. will automatically switch to STOP mode to prevent
Note 1: damage to the system.
When DVD drive is selected as the recording
destination, the EJECT button is disabled during 1 Manual Recording
use of the preview function. Starting and stopping manual recording is performed
Note 2: with the front panel’s REC and STOP buttons.
Even if the SET UP section = [Operation] = During recording, the PAUSE button can be
[Video Settings] = [DV OUT] command is enabled, pressed to temporarily interrupt the recording. From
no signal is output from the DV connector during use the pause mode, press REC button again to resume
of the preview function. recording, and the recording will be a continuous part
of the clip (title) begun before the pause. During
recording, the front panel’s REC button will light,
and during the pause mode, both the REC and
PAUSE buttons will light.
When manual chapter mark insertion is selected,
chapter marks can be entered at desired locations by
using the main unit’s front panel ENTER button, the
remote control unit’s ENTER button, or the Enter
key on a connected keyboard. A chapter mark is also
inserted when the PAUSE button is used to set the
unit to recording standby. If automatic chapter mark
insertion has been selected, a chapter mark will be
inserted automatically after each set interval. In this
case, no chapter mark will be inserted at a recording
Executing Preview command on SET UP section pause position. The session from recording start to
= [Recording] = [Video/Audio] recording stop will be considered an independent
title (clip).
Note 1:
When the STOP button is used to terminate
recording, between several and several dozen
seconds (when recording to DVD) are required to
completely stop recording after the button is
pressed. Recording cannot be restarted until after
this operation is completed. During the period after
the STOP button is pressed until recording stops
completely, the STOP button will flash.
Also, when performing recording to an unused or
full-blank formatted DVD-RW disc, more time may
be required until STOP is completed.
Note 2:
In theory, up to 99 chapter marks can be inserted for
a single title (clip), but no more than that number can
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Note 3:
Be careful when using a keyboard to insert chapter
marks, since if the Enter key is held depressed,
multiple consecutive chapter marks may be inserted.

2 Automatic Recording
RS-422A or IEEE1394 interface protocols can be
used to control an external VTR and perform
automated recording.
7 Recording Using IN/OUT Points Setting
On the Function Menu’s APP section, use the
[Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT Point] = [IN/OUT
Point] command to set the time code for the IN and
OUT points. When the Function Menu’s REC button APP section = [Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT Point]
is then pressed, the external VTR is automatically = [Preroll Time]
rewound to a position just preceding the selected IN
point, and recording starts automatically from that
point. When the designated OUT point is detected,
the unit automatically enters the REC pause/stop
mode.

APP section [Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT Point] =

[Offset (Frame)]
The APP section = [Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT
Point] = [Record As] command allows designation of
APP section = [Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT Point]
whether recording enters the REC pause mode, or
= [IN/OUT Point] stops completely when the OUT point is detected.
When “Chapter (Pause)” is selected, the command
The preroll time preceding the IN point can be
also permits the insertion of a chapter mark at that
changed from between 1 to 10 seconds before the
point. When manual chapter mark insertion has been
point by using the Function Menu’s APP section =
previously selected, optional chapter marks can be
[Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT Point] = [Preroll Time]
inserted by pressing the ENTER button during
command. The time code delay compensation
recording.
(offset) can be set to from 0 to –30 frames by using
the APP section = [Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT
Point] = [Offset (Frame)] command.
Note:
Frame accuracy during use of the auto recording
function is as follows:
SET UP section = [Operation]
Offset (Frame)
= [Control Settings]
value
= [Time Code]
RS-422A ± 1 Frame
LTC ± 1 Frame
IEEE1394 ± 1 Frame

In order to match the phase with the input time

code, the preroll should be set to about five seconds. APP section = [Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT Point]
The preroll value must be corrected using the source = [Record As]
side component.
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When automatic chapter mark insertion has been

selected, however, a chapter mark is inserted
automatically at regular intervals; in this case, even if
“Chapter (Pause)” is designated, no chapter mark
will be inserted when the unit enters the REC pause
mode. The session from recording start to recording
stop will be considered an independent title (clip).
During recording, the playback video/audio signal will
be output, but when recording is completed, the
screen will return to the Function Menu display.

7 Edit List (EDL) Recording

The Edit List (EDL) function allows automated
recording of consecutive multiple IN/OUT points by APP section = [Auto Capture] = [Chapter Point]
setting the points on an Edit List (EDL). This recorder
allows formation of an Edit List by using the
contents set with the Function Menu’s APP section Settings for Automatic Recording
= [Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT Point] command. By When using an external VTR with automatic
pressing the Add to EDL button, the IN/OUT points recording, the Function Menu’s SET UP section =
set are added to the edit list. [Operation] = [Control Settings] command allows
independent settings to be made for the command
line and time-code acquisition for controlling the
external VTR. To perform automatic recording, set
the SET UP section = [Operation] = [Control
Settings] = [Control] command to “Local”.
The SET UP section = [Operation] = [Control
Settings] = [Port] command allows setting of the
command line to “RS-422A”/Disabled (or
“IEEE1394”). When the external VTR cannot be
controlled (such as a VTR with only an LTC output),
set settings to “Disabled” and start VTR playback
manually from before the IN point to record
according to the entered time-code.
APP section = [Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT Point] Use the SET UP section = [Operation] = [Control
Adding to EDL Settings] = [Time Code] command to set the time
code line to either “RS-422A” or “LTC” (or
After construction of an edit list, or after loading a
“IEEE1394”).
previously recorded edit list, pressing the Function
When “DV” is selected as input, the “IEEE1394”
Menu’s APP section = [Auto Capture] = [EDL
interface is added to the possible selections.
Command] = EDL REC button will cause recording
to be performed automatically in accordance with
the constructed list. In accordance with the recorded
IN/OUT points, the external VTR is automatically
rewound to the designated IN point, and recording
begins automatically. When a designated OUT point
is detected, the unit automatically enters the REC
pause/stop mode.
By using the APP section = [Auto Capture] =
[Chapter Point] command to record chapter point
settings in an edit list, not only REC pause positions,
but chapter marks can also be inserted at optional
points.
The session from recording start to recording stop
will be considered an independent title (clip). During SET UP section = [Operation] = [Control Settings]
recording, the playback video/audio signals are
output, but when recording ends, the screen reverts
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Eject Setting
The operation performed at time of eject can be set
using the [Eject Setting] command on the SETUP
section’s [Operation] = [Control Setting] menu.
When set to “Eject”, the disc will be ejected
immediately without finalization even during recording.
When set to “Finalize&Eject”, when the eject
command is received from an external controller at
the remote control (RS-422A/IEEE1394), the disc will
be finalized, and then ejected.
Also, when using the front panel controls to eject a
disc, if the drive for the EJECT button pressed is the
same as the drive selected with the DRIVE SELECT
button, a dialog box will appear asking whether you
wish to finalize the disc. APP section = [Auto Capture] = [EDL]
Editing the Edit List Note:
The contents that can be recorded on the edit list When recording the edit list, the final IN/OUT point
with this recorder are as follows: setting must be as follows: APP section = [Auto
The contents set with the APP section = [Auto Capture] = [IN/OUT Point] = [Record As]
Capture] = [IN/OUT Point] and [Chapter Point] command must be set to “Title(Stop)”.
commands are added to the edit list by pressing the
Add to EDL button.
Also, the APP section = [Auto Capture] = [EDL
Command] command can be used to add disc
finalize and initialize commands and wait functions
to the edit list as well. The wait function can be
used to place EDL recording in REC pause mode
when necessary, for example, to change the
recording source’s VTR tape during EDL recording.
Note:
When recording to DVD, if the unit is left in the
recording standby mode for 1 hour or more, the unit
will automatically switch to STOP mode to prevent
damage to the system.
APP section = [Auto Capture] = [EDL] items editing
(example 1)

APP section = [Auto Capture] = [EDL Command]

= [Command]
When selecting the APP section = [Auto Capture] = APP section = [Auto Capture] = [EDL] items editing
[EDL] command, the items entered on the edit list (example 2)
cannot be edited (changing order, deleting).
The constructed edit list can be saved with a name
In particular, the contents set with the APP section =
(*.edl) created with the [Auto Capture] = [EDL
[Auto Capture] = [Chapter Point] command must
SAVE] command on the APP section. Also, a saved
be recorded as the next step after setting and
edit list can be selected and loaded with the [Auto
recording the IN/OUT points where you wish to insert
Capture] = [EDL Load/Delete] = [Load] command.
chapter marks.
To delete an edit list, using the [Auto Capture] =
If chapter points are set and recorded after earlier
[EDL Load/Delete] = [Delete] command on the
setting and recording multiple IN/OUT points, the
APP section.
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APP section = [Auto Capture] = [EDL Load/Delete] EDIT section = [DVD Disc] = [Initialize] = [Initialize]

APP section = [Auto Capture] = [EDL Save] Initialize confirmation dialog

Note 1:
Edit lists can be composed outside of the recorder
and imported (see page 72 “Inporting Image Data,
Edit Lists”).
Note 2:
If [EDL] is used when target drive is set to HDD,
initialize and finalize commands are ignored.

Recording to DVD Discs

Data can be recorded on an unused or not finalized
DVD-R or DVD-RW disc.
A finalized DVD-RW disc must be initialized or
finalization must be canceled before reuse.
Initialize progress bar (appears during initialization)
Note:
However, finalization of DVD-RW discs finalized 2 Canceling finalization
using the initial PRV-LX1 version (prior to 1.12/1.02) Finalization can be canceled by selecting the EDIT
cannot be canceled. See “System Information” on section = [DVD Disc] = [Unfinalize] command.
page 31 for information on how to check system The PRV-LX1 can only canceling finalization discs
version. that it has been finalized on the PRV-LX1.
Finalization cannot be canceled for two drives
1 Disc initialization simultaneously.
Use the EDIT section = [DVD Disc] = [Initialize] Note 1:
command to initialize DVD-RW discs. Select The DVD menu information is lost when a disc is
“Quick Format” or “Full Blank” (all previously canceled finalization. When a disc has been canceled
recorded material is erased). “Full Blank” takes Finalization, use the EDIT section = [DVD Menu]
30 minutes to 1 hour to complete. command to set the DVD menu again.

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Note 2: Note 2:
However, finalization of DVD-RW discs finalized Discs removed before finalization cannot be played
using the initial PRV-LX1 version (prior to 1.12/1.02) back and used for making additional recordings on
cannot be canceled. the initial PRV-LX1 version (prior to 1.12/1.02). If
playback and making additional recordings is not
possible on another PRV-LX1, check the system
version. See “System Information” on page 31 for
information on how to check system version.
Note 3:
Discs removed before finalization cannot be played
back and used for making additional recordings on
home recorders other than the PRV-LX1.
Note 4:
Discs recorded on home recorders other than the
PRV-LX1 that are not finalized cannot be played back
or used for additional recordings on the PRV-LX1.

7 Notes for Simultaneous Recording on Two Drives

EDIT section = [DVD Disc] = [Unfinalize] = [Unfinalize] ÷ Two discs removed simultaneously from each
drive before finalization can be reloaded for
simultaneous additional recording.
÷ Reselecting a drive makes it possible to cancel
simultaneous recording and continue recording on
one drive. Simultaneous recording cannot be
resumed after this. Menus, chapter names and
clip names can be edited after selecting one drive.
Note that resuming a simultaneous recording
after this will delete all edited data.
÷ Finalized discs that are canceled finalization
cannot be used for simultaneous recording.

7 Precautions When Saving Data to Hard Disk

Removing a disc before finalization when a recording
Unfinalize confirmation dialog is made both to a DVD disc and the hard disk (see
page 35), the data recorded until the disc is removed
remains on the hard disk. A new project is
automatically created when this disc is reinserted
and additional data that is recorded is saved to this
project. Thus data recorded prior to removal and data
recorded after reinsertion is saved to different
projects.

4 Finalizing discs
A DVD disc must be finalized using the EDIT
section = [DVD Disc] = [Finalize] command to
complete the recording of a DVD disc.
The DVD menu is recorded on the disc at
finalization depending on made settings.
Unfinalize progress bar (appears during unfinalization) Note:
In the event the EJECT button is pressed during the
3 Removing a disc before finalization
A recorded DVD-R/RW disc can be removed before recording stop mode, if the [Operation] = [Control
finalization. A disc that has not been finalized can be Setting] = [Eject Setting] command on the SETUP
loaded again for playing or additional recording. section has been set to “Eject,” the disc will be
However, it must be finalized to enable playback on ejected without finalizing. In the case of
another DVD player. “Finalize&Eject”, if the drive for the EJECT button
Note 1: pressed is the same as the drive selected with the
Removing a recorded DVD disc whether finalized or DRIVE SELECT button, a dialog box will appear
not finalized deletes the DVD menu settings, clip asking whether you wish to finalize the disc. Discs
name and chapter name settings. Edit DVD menu which have not yet been finalized cannot be played
settings, titles and chapter names prior to
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selected titles exceed 4400 MB, reduce the number

of titles (see “Title Order Edit” on page 65) or reduce
clip size (see “Title Trimming” on page 63).
The disc cannot be removed until the Make Disc
process is completed.

EDIT section = [DVD Disc] = [Finalize]

EDIT section = [DVD Disc] = [Make Disc]= [Target]

Use the EDIT section = [DVD Disc] = [Make

Image] command to create image files.
The [Target Image] will display in the initial condition
the “project name” + the three-character “.img”
extension. If the image file name is changed, the
image file name will remain the same even if the
project name is subsequently changed. For
characters supported in file names see the section
Finalize confirmation dialog “About File Names” on page 94.
Note:
The total post-editing program size must be within
the capacity of the DVD disc or recording will not be
possible.

Finalize progress bar (appears during finalization)

Recording from HDD to DVD

Following recording of a video program to the hard EDIT section = [DVD Disc] = [Make Image]
disk drive, editing of the DVD menu and title can be
performed before final recording to DVD disc. Note:
Use the EDIT section = [DVD Disc] = [Make Disc] When [Finalize], [Make Disc] and [Make Image]
command to create discs. Use the EDIT section = commands are executed, a DVD-Video is created
[DVD Disc] = [Make Disc] = [Target] command to with the menu set in DVD Menu.
select the drive “DVD1”, “DVD2” or “DVD1&2” for
recording.
A disc can record a maximum of 4400 MB (approx. 4.3
GB (1GB = 1024 MB). When the total volume of the

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When playing discs on this unit, the program on a Playing DVD-Video Discs (including
loaded DVD-Video disc, or the clips recorded as a commercially available software titles)
project on the hard disk drive are played back and Begin playback of a DVD disc inserted in the
the video/audio signals output to all output currently selected drive by pressing the PLAY
connectors. However, when playing DVD-Video discs button on the front panel or remote control unit. Stop
equipped with copy-guard copy protection, playback playback by pressing the STOP button on the front
signals will not be output to the DV connector nor to panel or remote control unit.
other digital video output connectors. If a mouse is installed, play can also be controlled
from the playback control bar displayed by
Selecting Playback Source simultaneously pressing both buttons of the mouse.
The currently selected playback source (also the
recording destination) will be displayed on the front
panel’s central indicator (DVD1, DVD2, HDD
indicator). The [Drive] command on the Function
Menu’s STATUS section also indicates the currently
selected recording destination/playback source. Use
the front panel’s DRIVE SELECT button, or the
[Drive] command on the Function Menu’s STATUS
section to select the recording destination.

STATUS section = [Drive] (twin-DVD-drive model)

STATUS section = [Drive] (single-DVD-drive model)

STOP PLAY

Playback control bar

STOP PLAY
Drive indicators
REPEAT DISPLAY PAUSE

RPT A-B STEP

AUDIO SCAN

ANGLE SUBTITLE PREV NEXT

MENU

TOP
MENU ENTER

SETUP

1 2 3 RETURN

TITLE/CHP
4 5 6 FRM/TIME

7 8 9 FRM/TIME

0 >10 CLEAR SEARCH

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When a DVD disc has been set for fast play, follow Basic Operations
the instructions to begin playback automatically upon 7 Operations on the Menu Screen
insertion of the disc. When “DVD1” or “DVD1&2” Some DVD-Video discs are equipped with menu
is designated, “DVD1” is used. To playback discs on (selection screen) functions. To select desired titles
drive 2, “DVD2” must be designated as the playback from the menu, use the PRV-LX1’s CURSOR button
source. During playback, controls on the front panel to select, and the ENTER button to confirm the
and remote control unit act to navigate the DVD in selection.
accordance with the disc’s commands. 7 To return to the menu screen during playback
The button performs the same function as the TOP
MENU
Press the button.
remote control unit’s RETURN button. MENU
Also, if the button is pressed, the menu screen
within the current title will appear.
Clip Playback (HDD)
When the “HDD” is designated as the playback 7 To advance to the next chapter/title
source, the PLAY button on the front panel or Press the main unit’s SCAN/SKIP FWD button, or
NEXT

remote control unit is used to playback designated the remote control unit’s button; the playback will
project clips in the order in which they were advance immediately to the beginning of the next
recorded. Press the STOP button on the front panel chapter or title.
or remote control unit to end playback. 7 To go back to previous chapter/title
Press the main unit’s SCAN/SKIP REV button, or
PREV
the remote control unit’s button once to return to
the beginning of the currently playing chapter; press
additional times to return to the beginning of previous
STOP PLAY chapters. When multiple titles exist on the disc and
this command is executed within the first chapter of
REPEAT DISPLAY PAUSE title, playback will return to the top chapter of the title
RPT A-B STEP
immediately preceding the current one.
7 Fast Forward
AUDIO SCAN Hold the main unit’s SCAN/SKIP FWD button or
SCAN

ANGLE SUBTITLE PREV NEXT

the remote control unit’s button depressed.
Release the button when you find the desired
MENU location.
TOP
While the button is depressed, the scan speed will
MENU ENTER
increase at set intervals, reaching 192x normal
SCAN

SETUP
speed. If the remote control unit’s button is
pressed and released, fast forward will continue. The
1 2 3 RETURN scan speed will change depending on the number of
TITLE/CHP
times the button is pressed. Speed can be changed
4 5 6 FRM/TIME
up to 96x normal, after which time the speed drops
7 8 9 FRM/TIME
to 6x. When you find the desired location, press the
PLAY
button.
>10
0
7 Fast Reverse
CLEAR SEARCH

Hold the main unit’s SCAN/SKIP REV button or

SCAN
the remote control unit’s button depressed.
Release the button when you find the desired
location.
While the button is depressed, the reverse scan
speed will increase at set intervals, reaching 192x
SCAN
normal speed. If the remote control unit’s button
is pressed and released, fast reverse will continue.
The scan speed will change depending on the
number of times the button is pressed. Speed can
be changed up to 96x normal, after which time the
speed drops to 6x. When you find the desired
PLAY
location, press the button.
Note:
Depending on the disc used, the actual scan speed
may be different from the displayed speed. The
speed may be slower particularly when using angle
playback.
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7 To search for a desired scene (SEARCH function) [Time Search]

FRM/TIME
[Title Direct Search] 1. During playback, press the button.
TITLE/CHP
During playback: Alternately, press the
FRM/TIME
button three times.
TITLE/CHP
FRM/TIME
1. Press the button.
2. Use the number buttons to enter the number 2. Use the number buttons to enter the desired
of the desired title. time number.
Example: to select title “3” Example: to designate the frame at 21 min 43
Press number button
3
. sec 17 3
2 1 4

Example: to select title “10” 0 Press number

7
buttons: = = = =
1

Press number buttons

1
= in order. = in order.
SEARCH SEARCH
3. Press button. PLAY
3. Press the button.
Search can also be initiated by pressing the The selection can be made also by pressing the
PLAY
button. button.

During Stop Mode: Note 1:

During stop mode, use the number buttons to The search function cannot be used on discs
perform title search. displaying the “Operation Inhibited” message.
Example: to select title “3” Note 2:
3
Press number button . When performing time search on DVD-video
Example: to select title> “10” discs, actual playback may begin at a point
0
Press number buttons
10
=
1
= in order. somewhat separated from the designated time
number.
[Chapter Search] Note 3:
TITLE/CHP

1. Press
FRM/TIME

button twice. Time search cannot be performed from the stop

2. Use the number buttons to enter the chapter mode.
number. Note 4:
Example: to select title “3” Depending on the structure of the DVD-Video
Press number button
3
. used, some errors may occurs when time search
Example: to select title “10” is performed for time numbers located in a range
Press number buttons
1
=
0
in order. extending from several frames before to several
3. Press
SEARCH
button. frames after the divisions between titles and
Search can also be initiated by pressing the
PLAY
chapters.
button.
7 Frame Advance/Still Picture
Note:
[View a stopped (still) image]
The search function cannot be used on discs
Press the main unit’s PAUSE/STEP FWD button,
displaying the “Operation Inhibited” message. PAUSE STEP
or the remote control unit’s / button.
[Chapter Direct Search] Note:
During playback, use the number buttons to perform The still picture function cannot be used on discs
chapter search. displaying the “Operation Inhibited” message.
Example: to select title “3”
3 [Frame Advance Playback]
Press number button .
STEP
Example: to select title> “10” Press the button.
10 1 0
= =
STEP
Press number buttons in order. Each time the button is pressed, playback will
Note: advance by one frame.
STEP
The search function cannot be used on discs Each time the button is pressed, playback will
displaying the “Operation Inhibited” message. reverse by one frame.
Note:
The frame advance function cannot be used on discs
displaying the “Operation Inhibited” message.

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7 Slow playback STEP STEP

7 To Change the Subtitle Setting During
During normal playback, hold the / button Playback
depressed. During playback of a DVD-Video disc, press the
During slow playback, the playback speed can be
STEP STEP
SUBTITLE
button.
adjusted by pressing the and buttons.
Each time the button is pressed, the subtitle display
SLOWER FASTER setting alternates between those available.
STEP STEP
+ = If multiple language subtitles are recorded on the disc,
STEP3 - STEP1 - 1/16 - 1/8 - 1/4 - 1/2 - 1/1 the subtitle can be selected from among those
recorded. Some DVD-Video discs also allow subtitle
Note 1: selection from the disc’s onscreen menu. In this case,
No sound is produced during slow playback. MENU
display the menu by pressing the button and select
Note 2:
The slow playback function cannot be used on discs the desired subtitle setting directly from the menu.
displaying the “Operation Inhibited” message. When playing a DVD-Video disc, the subtitle setting
Note 3: selected here is temporary. When playback is
If a still image playback appears shaky, use the stopped, the subtitle setting reverts to the default
Function Menu’s SET UP section = [Playback] = selected using the SET UP section = [Playback] =
[Video] = [Still Mode] command to switch to “Field”. [Language] = [Subtitle] command.
Note 4:
1/1 slow playback is not supported on DVD-Video 7 To Change Audio During Playback
discs. During playback of a DVD-Video disc, press the
AUDIO
Note 5: button.
When performing reverse slow-motion playback with Each time the button is pressed, the audio alternates
progressive output (NTSC only), the speed cannot be between those available.
changed. If multiple language soundtracks have been recorded
7 Repeat Play on the disc, the language can be selected from
During playback of the chapter/title you wish to among those recorded. Some DVD-Video discs also
repeat, press the
REPEAT
button. allow language selection from the disc’s onscreen
Each time the button is pressed, the unit will alternate menu. In this case, display the menu by pressing the
MENU

between chapter repeat, title repeat, and repeat OFF. button and select the desired language setting
Note 1: directly from the menu.
The repeat playback function cannot be used on discs When playing a DVD-Video disc, the language setting
displaying the “Operation Inhibited” message. selected here is temporary. When playback is
stopped, the language setting reverts to the default
[Repeat Playback of a Designated Scene] selected using the SET UP section = [Playback] =
At the beginning and endRPT points
A-B
of the scene you [Language] = [Audio] command.
wish to repeat, press the button.
Note 2: 7 Operations with a Wheel Mouse
Repeat playback cannot span the borders between When using a mouse with center wheel control,
titles. frame advance, pause, fast forward and fast reverse
Note 3: can be performed.
The repeat playback function cannot be used on discs [Press the Wheel]
displaying the “Operation Inhibited” message. The unit will enter standby mode. If the unit is
already in the standby mode, standby mode will be
[To Return to a Specific Scene] released.
1. At the point you will wish to return to, press [Rotate the Wheel Toward You]
RPT A-B
the button. When the wheel is rotated forward during standby
2. Later during playback, when you wish to return mode, the playback will be advanced by individual
to the designated point, press the button.
PLAY
frames. During other playback modes, fast forward
CLEAR will begin. If the wheel is rotated more, the scan
To stop repeat playback, press the button. speed can be changed. The speed can be increased
Note: to 96x normal, after which time it drops to 6x.
The repeat playback function cannot be used on discs [Rotate the Wheel Away from You]
displaying the “Operation Inhibited” message. When the wheel is rotated backwards during
standby mode, the playback will be reversed by
7 To change the image angle
individual frames. During other playback modes, fast
During playback of a DVD-Video disc, press the reverse will begin. If the wheel is rotated more, the
ANGLE
button. scan speed can be changed. The speed can be
Each time the button is pressed, the image alternates increased to 96x normal, after which time it drops to
between the available angles. With DVD-Video discs 6x.
containing multiple recorded angles of view, the angle Note:
can be switched as desired during playback. Depending on the disc used, the actual scan speed
Such discs are marked by the angle mark ( ) on the may be different from the displayed speed. The
jacket. speed may be slower particularly when using angle
playback.
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Playback Monitoring during Recording Note 1:

If time shift playback is enabled on the Function During time shift playback, the PLAY button enable
Menu (SET UP section = [Operation] = [HDD start time will differ depending on the TV system,
Recording] = [Time Shift PLAY]), the PLAY button the video rate and the audio encoding format, as
responds when recording is being made to the hard shown in the following table (mm:sec).
disk drive. Pressing the PLAY button allows the Video RATE NTSC PAL
user to monitor images recorded immediately level Dolby Digital L-PCM Dolby Digital L-PCM
before.
1 5:20 2:40 5:24 2:58
2 5:00 2:40 5:10 2:54
3 4:48 2:40 4:54 2:50
4 4:48 2:40 4:40 2:44
5 4:48 2:30 4:26 2:40
6 4:00 2:30 4:12 2:34
7 4:00 2:24 3:58 2:30
8 4:00 2:08 3:44 2:24
9 4:00 2:08 3:30 2:18
10 3:20 2:08 3:20 2:14
11 3:12 2:00 3:12 2:10
12 3:00 2:00 3:02 2:06
13 3:00 1:40 2:54 2:02
14 2:40 1:40 2:44 1:56
15 2:30 1:40 2:36 1:52
SET UP section = [Operation] = [HDD Recording] 16 2:24 1:40 2:26 1:48
= [Time Shift PLAY] 17 2:24 1:40 2:18 1:42
18 2:08 1:36 2:10 1:38
Playback may be started within the range 60-324 19 2:08 1:30 2:00 1:32
seconds after beginning recording (Note 1). Basic 20 2:00 1:20 1:52 1:28
operations are enabled during playback of the 21 1:40 1:20 1:42 1:22
previously recorded images. The playback start 22 1:36 1:12 1:34 1:16
position is the same as the recording start position, 23 1:30 1:12 1:30 1:14
and the range of possible playback is within 60-324 24 1:30 1:04 1:26 1:10
seconds prior to the current recording point. During 25 1:20 1:04 1:22 1:08
playback monitoring, the REC and PLAY buttons 26 1:20 1:04 1:16 1:04
light, and during pause mode, the PAUSE button 27 1:12 1:00 1:12 1:02
28 1:12 1:00 1:08 1:00
also lights.
29 1:04 1:00 1:04 1:00
If the STOP button is pressed during playback, 30 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00
playback monitoring stops and the screen display 31 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00
returns to show the point currently being recorded. 32 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00
Press the STOP button again to end the recording
as well. Note 2:
The interval required from the time the PLAY button
is pressed until playback actually begins is about 10
seconds.
Note 3:
The minimum time shift playback difference is the
time shown on the playback start time table plus
about 10 seconds.

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Other Playback Settings 7 Audio Output Mode [Audio]

The Function Menu’s SET UP section = [Playback] Use to select the type of digital signal supported by
commands can be used to input default setups for the amplifier connected to the unit. Be sure to set
playback on the PRV-LX1. These setup values cannot this correctly since incorrect settings may cause the
be changed during playback. generation of noise. Consult the Operating
7 Video Aspect Ratio [Video] = [Aspect] Instructions for your amplifier when making this
4:3 (LB) / 4:3 (PS) / 16:9 setting.
Choose the aspect ratio setting in accordance with Dolby Digital OUT
your television monitor. This setting is unnecessary Dolby Digital / Dolby Digital = PCM
when the unit is connected to a wide monitor. Dolby Digital:
Most DVD-Video prerecorded movies are designed Select when connecting an amplifier or decoder
for wide televisions, and recorded with screen supporting Dolby Digital.
aspect ratio of 16:9. Accordingly, when DVD-Video Dolby Digital = PCM:
discs are viewed on ordinary conventionally sized Dolby Digital signals are converted to linear PCM
television monitors, the image will appear vertically before being output. Select this setting when
elongated in a ratio of 4:3. If this ratio is not desired, connecting an amplifier that does not support
use the aspect ratio command to set the ratio to a Dolby Digital.
more pleasing value. DTS OUT
ON/OFF
7 Still Video Mode [Video] = [Still Mode] ON:
Auto / Frame / Field Select when connecting an amplifier or decoder
Use this command to eliminate image shake and that supports DTS.
produce clearer still images when viewing still OFF:
images of DVD-Video when progressive scan is turn Select when connecting an amplifier or decoder
OFF. that does not support DTS.
Auto:
Switches automatically between Field and Frame. 96 kHz PCM OUT
Frame: 96kHz / Convert to 48 kHz
The normal mode. Some shakiness may be 96 kHz:
evident when viewing images from scenes with Select when connecting an amplifier or DAC that
movement. supports 96 kHz.
Field: Convert to 48 kHz:
Eliminates shakiness from still images. 96 kHz signals are down-sampled to 48 kHz and
output. Select this setting when connecting an
Note: amplifier that does not support 96 kHz.
When Still video mode is set to Field, menu MPEG OUT
messages will not appear clearly since only one field MPEG / PCM
of image data is output. MPEG:
Select when connecting an amplifier or decoder
that supports MPEG.
PCM:
MPEG signals are converted to linear PCM for
output. Select this setting when connecting an
amplifier that does not support MPEG.

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7 Audio Language Setting [Language] = [Audio] Note:

English / Japanese / Others->Next Menu When [Others->Next Menu] is selected as the
Use to set the audio language to English, language, input the code number from the
Japanese, or Other (Note). “Language Code List” on page 99.
7 Sub-Title Selection [Language] = [Subtitle]
English / Japanese / Others->Next Menu
Use to set sub-titles to English, Japanese, or
Other (Note).
7 DVD Menu Language Selection
[Language] =[DVD Menu]
English / Japanese / Others->Next Menu
Use to set the DVD-Video menu language to
English, Japanese, or Other (Note).

SET UP section = [Playback] = [Language]

= Inputting Language Code (Note)
7 Subtitle Display
[Language] =[Subtitle Display]
ON / OFF
Use to select whether subtitles are displayed or
not. However, some discs may require a specified
method turning subtitles ON/OFF, in which case
the operation performed here may not operate.
SET UP section = [Playback] = [Language]

SET UP section = [Playback] = [Language]

= [Subtitle Display]
SET UP section = [Playback] = [Language]
= [DVD Menu]

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7 Parental Management Level

[Others] = [Parental Level]
1-8, off
Some prerecorded DVD-Videos with violence or
sexual contents are encoded with parental
management levels (low-high). Such discs are so
indicated on their jackets or labels. By setting the
management level on the PRV-LX1 to a value lower
than the disc’s level, the viewing of such discs can
be restricted.
When “off” is selected, playback will be performed
without any restriction.

SET UP section = [Playback] = [Others]

= [Country Code] = Inputting Country Code
Settings that can be made with the Function
Menu’s SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video
Settings] command include:
External Sync: Enabled/Disabled
OSD: Enabled/Disabled
Composite OUT: Source Monitor/Decorder Out
Background Color: Black/Blue
DV OUT: Enabled (Note1)/Disabled
∞ For more information regarding settings for
composite output, see page 32, “Composite
SET UP section = [Playback] = [Others] Video/Audio RCA Output”.
= [Parental Level]
∞ For more information about TV monitor image
selection in the idling condition, see page 32,
7 Country Code “Background Color”.
[Other] = [Country Code]
us / jp / Others->Next Menu
Use to select the parental management country
code. This allows the parental management level to
be set separately for different countries.

SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video Settings]

Note:
During playback, recording, or previewing of DVD
discs encoded with copy protection, no output is
SET UP section = [Playback] = [Others]
= [Country Code]
produced at the DV Out connector, even if DV output
is set to “Enabled.”
Note:
If [Others->Next Menu] is selected for country
code, input the country code number manually (see
“Country Code List” on page 100).

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External Sync Function Other Functions

The PRV-LX1 can use an externally input sync signal The Function Menu’s SET UP section =
(black burst) in order to synchronize the output video [Operation] = [Video Settings] = [Test Signal]
signal to an external signal (during DVD disc command can be used to output a test pattern
playback). signal. To turn off the test pattern, press the STOP
This function allows switching of the video without button or the FUNCTION button, or if a mouse is
the need for connecting a time base corrector (TBC) connected, click both right and left buttons
component, thus allowing video switching without simultaneously.
distortion (V roll) of the TV monitor’s image.
When the SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video
Settings] = [DV OUT] command is set to
“Enabled”, [External Sync] is automatically set to
“Disabled”. Thereafter, even if [DV OUT] is
returned to the “Disabled” setting, external sync
will remain off, so manual resetting is required.
When synchronizing two or more recorders
¶ When inputting sync signal from one sync
generator to two or more recorders:
¶ Be sure to set the final recorder’s termination
switch to ON, and the other recorders’
termination switches to OFF.
¶ When applying sync to a single recorder, set the SET UP section = [Operation] = [Video Settings]
termination switch to ON. = [Test Signal]

Caution:
¶ The external sync function is applicable only to DVD disc playback.
¶ The black burst sub-carrier component is not locked.
¶ During the approximate 5 seconds until the external sync signal is locked, the
image at each video output connector will be distorted.
¶ Input the external sync signal before beginning DVD playback. The signal will
not operate if input after playback has begun.
Black burst
signal input

...
First unit Second Unit Final Unit

Connection cables indicated with (★) must be

purchased separately.

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Regarding Progressive Scan Output

This unit allows the output of progressive scan video
signals from the component output connector. To
turn progressive scan output ON/OFF, press the
controls on the front panel:

Press these buttons simultaneously.

Note 1:
Switching is only possible during idling.
Note 2:
Be sure the unit is connected to a television monitor
supporting progressive-scan. Proper image
reproduction will not be produced with other
monitors.
Note 3:
When progressive output is ON, image signals will
not be produced from output connectors other than
the component output connector.
Note 4:
Some progressive scan monitors currently available
do not possess complete compatibility with the PRV-
LX1, with the result that some image distortion may
occur. If such distortion is observed during
progressive scan playback, set the PRV-LX1’s output
to interlaced.
Note 5:
Progressive is supported during NTSC output only.

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This unit is equipped with a number of DVD menu DVD Menu Type Selection
layouts that are selected with the Function Menu’s Use the Function Menu’s EDIT section = [DVD
EDIT section = [DVD Menu] command, and Menu] = [Menu Type/Font] = [Menu Type]
associated with a recorded image for convenient command to select whether to make the DVD menu
production of DVD-Video discs. a title menu, chapter menu, to add no menu or a title
The constructed menu will be the same TV system & chapter menu.
(NTSC or PAL) as that currently selected. Opening Regarding the title and chapter menus: when a title
clip and idle clip can be set only for HDD projects. A is selected on the title menu, that title‘s chapter
total of 1GB (about 10 minutes at highest rate) can menu will be displayed. In this case, depending on
be set. However, even if the same clip is selected, the design, a button may be added to the chapter
the total will be computed as separate clips. menu for direct access to the title menu. However, if
The DVD menu data set here is reflected in [Make only one chapter exists within the title, no chapter
Disc], [Make Image] and [Finalize] command. menu will be created.

Also, by using the save to default menu and read

commands, the menu data for the currently selected
project can be saved to the default DVD menu, or
read from the default DVD menu.
The default DVD menu is always used for new
projects. A standard menu can be registered as the
default DVD menu for efficient production of DVD
discs without having to edit menus each time.
The preview and disc emulation functions can be
used to confirm the contents before burning a DVD
disc. Also, if the playback mode is field playback,
output will be for one field only, and menu characters
may not appear correctly.
EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Type/Font]
= [Menu Type]
Font Selection
Use the Function Menu’s EDIT section = [DVD
Menu] = Menu Type/Font] = [Font] and [J-Font]
commands to select fonts for DVD menus.
Fonts specified by the [Font] command are used for
text that contains only English text. Fonts specified
by the [J-Font] command are used for Japanese text
or text that contains both Japanese and English text.

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Type/Font]

= [Font]
Note:
Use the SET UP section = [Operation] = GUI
Control] = [Language] command to select
“Japanese” for entering Japanese text.

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DVD Menu Selection Thumbnail Selection

When editing a menu, first use the Function Menu’s When the thumbnail type item is selected, the initial
EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Design] = image of the title (clip) corresponding to each button
[Design Select] command to choose a basic button is automatically extracted, but when the recording
layout pattern from the DVD menu layout displayed has already been made, the Function Menu’s EDIT
on the screen. Use the 5/∞ buttons to select the section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Design] =
layout pattern type, the 3 button to change the [Thumbnail] command can be used to extract the
number of buttons, and the ENTER button or the 2 actual recorded image.
button to confirm the selection. The number and When “Go To Video” is selected, the thumbnail
type of buttons which can be placed on a single page extraction screen appears and the clips are played
may vary, depending on the layout patterns available. back in the order in which they were recorded. While
Also, the following information is displayed in the watching the clip/chapter numbers displayed at the
window at the bottom of the screen: DVD Menu’s top of the screen, use the mouse to click on the on-
disc name status OFF and maximum characters; screen control bar’s SELECT button or press the
thumbnails status; and button text status and ENTER button at the place you wish to use as a
maximum characters. thumbnail.
To allocate the selected image as a thumbnail to a
corresponding button, press the control bar’s SAVE
button. If the CANCEL button is pressed, the image
is deselected and the screen returns to the Function
Menu.

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Design]

= [Design Select]

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Design]

= [Thumbnail]

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Button Text Selecting Opening Clip

When button text is selected, use the EDIT section Using the [DVD Menu] = [Navigation Cmd] =
= [DVD Menu] = [Menu Design] = [Button Text] [Introduction Clip] command on the Function
command to select the format from the following Menu’s EDIT section, you can select the first clip to
choices: be played when a disc is inserted. Also, on the [User
Title (chapter) Number/Name Operation] command, you can select operation
Title (chapter) Number restrictions during playback; if “Disabled” is
Title (chapter) Name selected, all operations during playback of the
No text opening clip are disabled. If “Enabled” is selected,
the ENTER key is enabled. The actual operation
When name is selected, the name of the clip performed when the ENTER key is pressed during
(chapter) allocated to each title will be applied. The playback of the opening clip can be selected with the
name can be changed during title editing (see page [Post Cmd] command.
62, “Title Editing / Chapter Editing”). Note 1:
The opening clip must be set to the same TV system
as that on the menu.
Note 2:
The type of audio must be the same for both
opening clip and idle clip.
Note 3:
An opening clip can be set only for HDD projects.

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Design]

= [Button Text]

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Navigation Cmd]

= [Introduction Clip]

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Navigation Cmd]

= [User Operation]

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Setting an Idle Clip This item is reflected to [Make Disc], [Make Image]
An idle clip (a clip played automatically after a and [Finalize] command regardless of “No Menu”
specified waiting time from the menu display mode) on DVD menu type selection.
can be set by using the [DVD Menu] = [Navigation
Cmd] = [Idle Clip] command on the EDIT section of
the Function Menu.
The clip is played repeatedly until the ENTER key is
pressed to return to the menu display. The waiting
time can be set with the [Waiting Time] command.
Note 1:
The idle clip must be set to the same TV system as
that on the menu.
Note 2:
The type of audio must be the same for both idle clip
and opening clip.
Note 3:
An opening clip can be set only for HDD projects. EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Navigation Cmd]
= [First Play PGC]

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Navigation Cmd]

= [Idle Clip] EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Navigation Cmd]
= [Post Cmd]

Also, the EDIT section = [DVD Menu] =

[Navigation Cmd] = [Title Post Cmd] command
can be used to control the action taken upon
completion of each title’s playback, including stop,
return to menu, next title or repeat title.

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Navigation Cmd]

= [Waiting Time]

Setting Navigation Commands

Using the [DVD Menu] = [Navigation Cmd] =
[First Play PGC] command on the Function Menu’s
EDIT section, you can set the first play setting for a EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Navigation Cmd]
DVD-Video disc (when opening clip is set, whether = [Title Post Cmd]
opening post command is set to “Stop”, “Title” or
“Menu”).
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Customizing the DVD Menu layout remains the same even when the background
Using the Function Menu’s EDIT section = [DVD image is changed.
Menu] = [Menu Modification] command, it is Note:
possible to change the background image and The color of characters for titles and other items
highlight colors of the DVD menu currently being used on menus are fixed for each design style. As a
edited. With this unit, a number of background result, if the background image is changed,
images are used, and when the EDIT section = foreground characters may become difficult to see
[DVD Menu] = [Menu Modification] = onscreen. Likewise, choice of design may make
[Background] command is used to select “HDD menu buttons invisible or difficult to see. Use the
Library”, the EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = preview or disc emulation functions to confirm the
[Menu Modification] = [Image] command can be appearance.
used to select a background image (this operation is
performed in the same way as for button layout
pattern).

Using EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu

Modification] = [Background]
to select Title Picture
Using EDIT section = [DVD Menu] =
[Menu Modification] = [Background]
to select HDD Library

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Modification]

= [Image]

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Modification]

= [Image]

Likewise, when the EDIT section = [DVD Menu] =

[Menu Modification] = [Background] command is
used to select “Title Picture”, the first image of the
first title (clip) is automatically extracted. When a
previously recorded image is used, however, the
EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu
Modification] = [Image] command can be used to
extract a background image from the actual
recording (the procedure is the same as that for
extracting thumbnail images). Note that the button
Background image extraction screen
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The EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu The EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu
Modification] = [Disc Name] command can be Modification] = [Active Color] command allows
used to insert a name (up to 32 characters long) into you to change the display color that appears when
the DVD menu. The actual number of characters that each button is finalized.
can be embedded in the menu will differ depending
on the menu design. Further, depending on design,
excessive characters may drop out when too many
are embedded. Be sure to use the preview function
or the disc emulation to confirm the menu
appearance.

Note:
To input characters, connect a keyboard to the
MOUSE/KEYBOARD USB jack.

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Modification]

= [Active Color]

Deleting and Initializing Menu Library

Use the EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Del/Init
Library] command to delete menu layouts and
background images that are no longer needed from
the libraries. The Initialize command resets the menu
layout and background images in respective library to
EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Modification] their factory defaults regardless of [Type] or [Design
= [Disc Name]
Select] settings.

The EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu

Modification] = [Select Color] command allows
you to change the display color that appears when
each button is selected.

EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Del/Init Library]

Note:
The [Delete] command cannot be used to delete
menu layouts and background images set using the
EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu Modification]
= [Select Color] default menu. But, the [Initialize] command resets
default menus to their factory defaults and deletes
all imported data.

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DVD Menu Preview

With the Function Menu’s EDIT section = [DVD
Menu] command displayed, press the Preview
button to display the DVD menu currently being
edited. If no recorded image exists corresponding to
a button on the DVD menu, no thumbnail will be
extracted for that button, and it will instead appear
with the default background image.
During preview display of the DVD menu, the
CURSOR buttons can be used to move the button
highlights. Highlights can also be moved by using the
mouse cursor. If multiple menu levels exist, use the
mouse to click on the Next/Preview button, or else
use the SKIP FWD/REV button to switch between DVD menu preview image
the various menus. If a mouse is connected, clicking
the right/left buttons simultaneously enables the
DVD Disc Emulation
displayed control bar. Press the FUNCTION button
Performs same playback as DVD disc, with DVD
to end the preview and return to the Function
menu, title and all other editing results added.
Menu.

Executing Disc Emulation command on

Executing Preview command on EDIT section = [DVD Menu]= [Navigation Cmd]
EDIT section = [DVD Menu]

Load / Save to Default Menu

When the Load button is pressed from the EDIT
section’s [DVD Menu] = [Menu Setting] command,
the menu data is loaded from the default DVD menu
to the currently selected project. Pressing the Save
button causes menu data to be saved to the default
DVD menu.

Progress bar during preview display

Executing Load command on

EDIT section = [DVD Menu]= [Menu Setting]
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Title Editing / Chapter Editing
When recording to hard disk drive, the names given
to the multiple recorded image data (clips) can be
changed. Other editing processes supported include
trimming, chapter editing, clip dividing, and title order
editing. DVD disc emulation can also be performed in
order to confirm editing results.
The name, size and time of a clip selected with the
Function Menu’s EDIT section = [Title] = [Target
Clip] = [Edit to (HDD)] command can be confirmed
by using the EDIT section = [Title] = [Info/Rename/
Del] command. In addition to changing the name of a
clip, the Delete button can also be used to eliminate
the clip if desired.
The clip name input here is reflected in the various Changing the selected clip’s name on EDIT section =
button text when the DVD menu type is made the [Title] = [Info/Rename] = [Name]
title menu. The actual number of characters that can
be embedded in the menu will differ depending on
Editing Chapter Names
the menu design. Further, depending on design,
Individual names can be assigned to chapters
excessive characters may drop out when too many
existing within the clips selected with the EDIT
are embedded. Be sure to use the preview function
section = [Title] = [Target Clip] = [Edit To (HDD)]
to confirm the menu appearance.
command. When the EDIT section = [Title] =
Note 1: [Chapter] command is used to move to the chapter
To change clip names, connect a keyboard to the whose name you wish to change, character input is
MOUSE/KEYBOARD USB jack. enabled. The chapter names input here are reflected
Note 2: in the various button text when the DVD menu type
The clip name can contain up to 32 one-byte is made the chapter menu.
characters. By default, no name is set. Also, when no name is
set, standard designations such as “chapter 1” are
automatically reflected in the button text. The actual
number of characters that can be embedded in the
menu will differ depending on the menu design.
Further, depending on design, excessive characters
may drop out when too many are embedded. Be
sure to use the preview function to confirm the
menu appearance.
Note 1:
To change chapter names, connect a keyboard to the
MOUSE/KEYBOARD USB jack.
Note 2:
The chapter name can contain up to 32 one-byte
EDIT section = [Title] = [Target Clip] characters.
= [Edit To (HDD)]

EDIT section = [Title] = [Chapter]

EDIT section = [Title] = [Info/Rename/Del]

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 Title Editing / Chapter Editing

Title Trimming The control bar displayed in conjunction with the

When you wish to cut out the first or last part of a clip’s playback can be used to designate IN/OUT
clip, or to extract the middle part of a clip, use the points for parts to be deleted. During playback, when
Function Menu’s EDIT section = [Title] = [Target the control bar’s IN button is pressed, that part of
Clip] command to select the clip you wish to edit, the clip preceding that point will be memorized as a
then use the EDIT section’s [Title] = [Editing] = cut point.
[Trimming Clip] command to select “Go To Video”. Similarly, pressing the OUT button will result the
memorization of that portion of the video image
following that point as a cut point. Attempts to input
reversed IN/OUT points will be ignored.
Pressing the SAVE button will initiate trimming edit,
and when completed, the screen will return to the
Function Menu. Pressing the CANCEL button will
cause the screen to return to the Function Menu
without completing the edit.

Note 1:
IN/OUT points can be set only at the beginning of a
group of pictures (GOP; in 15 frame units (NTSC), 12
frame units (PAL)).

EDIT section = [Title] = [Editing] = [Trimming Clip] Trimming edit allows you to save the edited result
either to the original clip or to a new clip. The size of
a new clip that can be selected for trimming is
Trimming Start Play Time
limited by hard disk size. When saving by overwriting
Play Title / Chapter previous files, clips up to “4.7GB + HDD available
space” can be created.
The symbol “+” is prefixed to the clip name when
saved to a new clip. If, as a result of affixing the “+”,
the clip name exceeds 32 single-byte characters, the
final character of the name will automatically be
Trimming End Point Total Title Time deleted so as to keep the name within the 32-
OSD during Trimming character limit.
If the pre-edit clip was saved as a title, the post-edit
clip will be entered as the title instead. If the pre-edit
clip was not saved as a title, the post-edit clip will
not be saved as a title.
If required, add a title as described in “Title Order
Edit” on page 65.

Trimming edit screen

Trimming edit confirmation dialog

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Chapter Editing
Select a clip edited with the Function Menu’s EDIT
section = [Title] = [Target Clip] command; by
selecting “Go To Video” on the the EDIT section =
[Title] = [Editing] = [Chapter Points] command,
the selected clip’s chapter mark position can be
changed.

Chapter mark insert

EDIT section = [Title] = [Editing] = [Chapter Points]

For this edit, use the MARK and DEL buttons on
the control bar displayed in conjunction with the
clip’s playback. While playing back the clip, press the
MARK button to insert a chapter mark at that point.
When the DEL button is pressed, the chapter
including the point at which the button was pressed
is joined to the the previous chapter (in other words, Erasing chapter marks
the nearest chapter mark prior to that point is Note:
deleted). When the SAVE button is pressed, the Chapter marks can be inserted only at the beginning
chapter mark edit is effected, and when it is of a group of pictures (GOP); as a result, actual
completed the screen returns to the Function chapter mark positions will be at the beginning of the
Menu. Pressing the CANCEL button will cause the GOP immediately following the marked time code.
screen to return to the Function Menu without
completing the edit.

Total chapters Play Time Dividing Clips

Using the [Title] = [Target Clip] command in the
Play Title / Chapter Function Menu’s EDIT section, select the clip you
wish to divide, then use the “Go To Video” on the
EDIT section = [Title] = [Editing] = [Divide Clip]
command to divide the selected clip.

Chapter Edit Point Total Title Time

OSD during Chapter Edit

EDIT section = [Title] = [Editing] = [Divide Clip]

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While playing back the selected clip, use the Title Order Edit
SELECT button on the displayed control bar to In the DVD-Video format, the number of possible
designate the point at which you wish to divide the
titles per disc is limited to 99. The projects created
clip. Clip division will begin when the SAVE button
is pressed, and when completed, the display will on this recorder, however, are capable of managing
return to the Function Menu. If the CANCEL more than that number of clips. Fundamentally, the
button is pressed instead, the clip division will be title numbers from 1 to 99 correspond to the clips in
canceled and the display will return to the Function the order in which they are recorded, but beyond 99,
Menu. the clips are not allocated to titles.
When beginning the division, you may select Using the Function Menu’s EDIT section = [Title]
whether to overwrite the divided clip, or save it as a = [Title Selection] command, before final recording
new clip. When dividing a clip, the hard disk drive on the DVD disc, the clips can be allocated to a title
must have available space exceeding the size of the in an order differing from that in which they were
clip before division. When a clip is divided, a “1-”
recorded.
and “2-” will be affixed to the heads of the clip
names. If, as a result of affixing the numeral (“1-”,
etc.), the clip name exceeds 32 single-byte
characters, the final character of the name will
automatically be deleted so as to keep the name
within the 32-character limit. Following division, if
the pre-edit clip was recorded as a title, the divided
clip will replace it; if the pre-edit clip was not
recorded as a title, the post-edit clip will not be
recorded as a title. A clip cannot be divided if the
disc already holds 99 titles. If necessary, use the
“Title Order Edit” command (see next section) to
delete unnecessary titles before adding new titles.
Clip Divide Point Play Time

Play Title / Chapter EDIT section = [Title] = [Title Selection]

DVD Disc Emulation

The DVD disc emulation allows you to confirm the
results of editing before recording those results to
the final DVD disc. When the Disc Emulation
Total Title Time button on the EDIT section = [Title] command is
OSD during Clip divide pressed, DVD menu editing, title editing and other
editing results can be played back in the same form
as they would be recorded on DVD disc. Following
playback, the screen returns to the Function Menu.
When the FUNCTION button is pressed, the
display returns to the Function Menu.

Clip divide

Note 1:
The division point can be set only at the head of a
group of pictures (GOP) (NTSC=15, PAL=12 frame
units). Executing the Disc Emulation command on EDIT
section = [Title]
Note 2:
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Recording to DVD Disc

Projects edited on hard disk drive can be recorded to
DVD-Video disc by using the EDIT section = [DVD
Disc] = [Make Disc] command. By using the EDIT
section = [DVD Disc] = [Make Disc] = [Target]
command, the destination drive used for the
recording is designated as “DVD1”. If an additional
expansion drive has been added, “DVD2” or
“DVD1&2” can also be selected. Discs cannot be
removed until the [Make Disc] processing has been
completed.
The volume label given to the DVD disc will be the
same as the project name.
Use the [Make Image] command for creating image
files on the hard disk (see “Recording from HDD to
DVD” on page 44).

EDIT section = [DVD Disc] = [Make Disc]

Executing the Make Disc command on EDIT section =

[DVD Disc]

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Project Editing
This recorder manages recorded image data (clips)
by the unit of “project.” A single project can
preserve multiple clips, and so long as the project is
not changed, the numerous clips are preserved as a
continuous series within the project.
It is possible to include both NTSC and PAL clips
within a single project. In order to discriminate the
different modes, an [N] or [P] is affixed to the head
of list displays containing clips, or projects containing
clips, that differ from the currently selected TV
system. This display is used only for discriminating
the two kinds, however, and is not reflected in the
actual file names (during menu creation, etc.).
EDIT section = [Project] = [Record/Name]

[P] project exists on the STATUS section's [Project] menu

Changing project name on EDIT section

= [Project] = [Record/Name]
Note 1:
To change project names, connect a keyboard to the
MOUSE/KEYBOARD USB jack.
Note 2 :
Japanese cannot be used in project names.

The Protect command allows locking of the clips

within a project to prevent deletion.

[P] clip exists on the EDIT section's [Title] =

[Target Clip] = [Edit To (HDD)] menu

The Function Menu’s EDIT section = [Project] =

[Record/Name] command can be used to confirm
the number of clips, the project size, and the number
of titles within the currently selected project.
Further, when a keyboard is connected, the EDIT
section = [Project] = [Record/Name] = [Name]
command can be used to change the name of the
currently selected project. Setting project clips protection on EDIT section
= [Project] = [Record/Name] = [Protect]

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Recorded data is also managed as a project when

recording directly to DVD disc, but editing is not
possible in this case.
By using the EDIT section = [Project] = [Record/
Name] = [Record To] command to select “DVD &
HDD”, the recorded images will be preserved on the
hard disk drive even after finalizing and removal of
the DVD, thus allowing later editing if desired.

Note 3:
When a disc is removed before finalizing, the data
recorded so far remains on the hard disk. A new
project is automatically created when this disc is
reinserted and additional data that is recorded is EDIT section = [Project] = [Copy Project]
saved to this project. Thus data recorded prior to = [Copy To]
removal and data recorded after reinsertion are
saved to different projects.
Copying Clips
Use the EDIT section = [Project] = [Copy Clip]
command to copy clip in project specified by [Source
Drive] command to currently selected project.
“HDD”, “DVD1” and “DVD2” can be selected.
“DVD2” appear only if connected.

EDIT section = [Project] = [Record/Name]

= [Record To]

Copying a Project
Using the EDIT section = [Project] = [Copy Using EDIT section = [Project] = [Copy Clip] =
Project] command, the currently selected project [Source Drive] for selecting drives
can be copied to a new project.
The project name that automatically appears in the
EDIT Section’s [Project] = [Copy Project] = [Copy
To] command will be affixed with a numeral to
distinguish it from the current default project (for
example, “cX” + current project name, where the
“X” is a numeral). When the project copy command
is executed, the copied project name appear with
the automatically changed numeral. However, this
automatically processing will not be performed if the
project name has been changed.

Note 1:
To input project names, connect a keyboard to the Executing Copy command on EDIT section
MOUSE/KEYBOARD USB jack. = [Project] = [Copy Clip]
Note 2:
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 Project Editing

The copied clip will be appended to the end of the If the clip has a size exceeding 1 Gbyte, it will be
project. You can choose whether to record the output as multiple files. The actually output file
copied clip as the title. However, if 99 titles have names will be the name set with [VOB name]
already been recorded, the clip cannot be recorded command, followed by consecutive number +
as another title. extension (vob). (Example: expt000_001.vob)
An asterisk (*) will be appended to the front of the Note:
name of the copied clip. Do not use the FTP during recording since the
If the addition of “*” makes the clip name 33 one- system may become unstable.
byte characters or longer, the last characters are
automatically truncated.
Note:
When “DVD1” or “DVD2” is selected as [Source]
during copying clip, the content is not updated when
a disc is inserted. Select the drive using [Source]
again after disc insertion.

Renaming a Clip
Using the [Project] = [Rename Clip] command on
the EDIT Section, the clip name of the currently
selected project can be changed. The clip name
entered here will be reflected on the text for buttons
when the DVD menu type is made the title menu. In Executing Export command on EDIT section
fact, the number of characters that can be = [Project] = [Export]
embedded in the menu will differ depending on the
design. Also, depending on the design, excessive Deleting a Project
characters may be omitted. Always use the preview Projects are not automatically deleted, but preserved
function to confirm results. within the hard disk drive. When the available space
on the HDD becomes low, use the EDIT section =
[Project] = [Delete] command to select and delete
unneeded projects in order to open up space on the
drive.

Using EDIT section = [Project] = [Rename clip] = [Clip 3]

Exporting VOB Files

Using the [Project] = [Export] command on the EDIT section = [Project] = [Delete]
EDIT Section, clips within the currently selected Note 1:
project can be exported and saved as a VOB file with A project that is currently being edited cannot be
an individualizing name. The file name can be input erased.
using the [VOB Name] command, and saved in the Note 2:
vob folder accessible via FTP. Projects with protected clips cannot be deleted (see
The [VOB Name] command provides the default file page 67).
name "exptXXX"; each time the command is
executed, the number (XXX) is incremented.
However, this automatic operation is not supported if
[VOB Name] is edited.

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Disc Duplication
This unit provides a function for duplicating discs.
Disc-to-disc duplication can be performed by
connecting another DVD drive. This function can be
done on a single drive by creating an image file from
a disc and using this file to create a new disc. Image
files imported via FTP (uploading) can also be used to
create discs (uploaded image files are saved to the
imagefiles folder). See page 72 for information on
FTP connection.
Note 1:
Copyright protected content cannot be duplicated or
used to create image files. The copying of
copyrighted materials requires the permission of the
copyright holder and neighboring rights holder. Using APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Disc Copy]
Failure to obtain the permission of each rights holder to select Destination
can be punished by law. Pioneer accepts no liability
whatever for problems arising between the user of
this device and any rights holder.
Note 2:
The time required for disc duplication and creating
image files depend on disc read/write performance.

Disc-to-disc Duplication
Use the Function Menu’s APP section = [Cpy/
Impt/Bkup] = [Disc Copy] = [Source] command to
specify the disc to be copied and the [Destination]
command to specify the destination disc when
duplicating discs.
Note: Using APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Disc Copy]
When a single drive is used, the APP section = to execute copying
[Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Disc Copy] command is not
available.

Using APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Disc Copy]

to select Source

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 Disc Duplication

Creating Image Files from a Disc Creating Discs from Image Files
Use the Function Menu’s APP section = [Cpy/ Use the Function Menu’s APP section = [Cpy/
Impt/Bkup] = [Disc Image Copy] = [Source] Impt/Bkup] = [Image Copy/Del] = [Source]
command to specify the disc to be used in creating command to specify image file to be copied and use
an image file. Use the [Input Image Name] the [Destination] command to specify the disc to
command to enter the file name. The file is saved write the file to. The [Source] command displays all
under the entered file name to the imagefiles folder, the files saved in the imagefiles folder (a folder
a folder that can be accessed via FTP. The disc accessed using FTP).
cannot be removed until the image file has been
created. Note:
Image files that are 4.7 GB or larger cannot be
copied to disc.

Using APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] =

[Disc Image Copy] to select Source
Using APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] =
[Image Copy/Del ] to create a disc from an image file

Deleting Image Files from a Hard Disk

Use the Function Menu’s APP section = [Cpy/
Impt/Bkup] = [Image Copy/Del] = [Source]
command to specify the disc whose image files are
to be deleted. The [Source] command displays all
the files saved in the imagefiles folder (a folder
accessed using FTP).

Note:
Formatting a hard disk (see “HDD Tools” on page
Using APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Disc Image Copy] 31) deletes all image files on the disk.
= [Input Image Name] to enter a file name

Note 1:
For characters usable in the names of image files,
see section “About File Names” (page 94).
Note 2:
When the [Input Image Name] command is used, it
automatically displays a default name that does not
equal duplicate an already existing file name
(example: dscXXXXX.img, where the “X” represent
numbers). When file creation is executed, the new
file name will be displayed with the numerals
automatically modified. However, once an image file
name has been changed, it cannot be handled by Using APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] =
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Importing Image Data, Edit Lists
This function allows the importing of image data
from CD/DVD discs, or a web browser with FTP
connection from a computer linked to an online
network. These images can be then stored in the
recorder’s menu library for use as DVD menu layout
images and DVD menu background images. Edit list
files can be similarly imported.
When using FTP to download images from the
Internet, go to the SET UP section = [System] =
[Network] command and confirm that network is set
to “ON”. Also, The displayed IP address will be the
connection destination. The user name and
password necessary for FTP connection is as
follows: Using APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Menu Import]
User Name: PRVUser = [Type] to select background image
Password: prv-lx1
Following establishment of FTP connection, store
files relating to the DVD menu in the menu folder;
files regarding edit lists should be stored in the EDL
folder.
Files obtained via FTP from the network are
temporarily stored in the hard disk drive’s Import
Directory; then, the “Import Directory” is
designated using the Function Menu’s APP section
[Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Menu Import] = [Source]
command; the files to be added to the menu library
are selected, and the Add to Library button is
pressed to begin importing. The same procedure is
used for importing Edit List files. When “DVD1” or
“DVD2” is designated as the source, import is
begun from the disc loaded in the respective drive APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Menu Import]
= [Source]
when the Add to Library button is pressed.

Note 1:
When importing image data or edit lists, if “DVD1”
or “DVD2” is selected as the [Source], the contents
[Source File] will not be imported merely by
inserting the disc. The drive must be selected once
again from [Source] after the disc is inserted in the
drive.
Note 2:
Importing a file with the same name as a file already
on the disk overwrites the existing file.
Note 3:
Characters usable in import file names are limited to
single-byte alphanumerics, plus periods (.) and Using APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Menu Import]
underscore characters (_) only. = [Source File] to select import file
Note 4:
Place the files that are to be imported in the top
directory (root directory) when a disc is used for
importing. Files placed in a directory other than the
top directory are not imported.
Note 5:
Avoid using FTP during recording, since the system
may become unstable.

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Select the “ALL” to import all files.

APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [EDL Import]

Using APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Menu Import] = [Source File]
= [Type] to select layout image DVD menu layout image files are added to the DVD
menu layout library selected with the Function
Menu’s EDIT section = [DVD Menu] = [Menu
Design] = [Design Select] command.
DVD menu background image files are added to the
background library selected with the EDIT section =
[DVD Menu] = [Menu Modification] =
[Background] = [HDD Libraly] command.
Edit list files are stored in the EDL library selected
with the APP section = [Auto Capture] = [EDL
Load/Delete] = [Load] command.

DVD Menu Layout Image File Format

DVD menu layout image files are composed of a
combination of text files providing detailed
APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Menu Import] information about the various DVD menu settings,
= [Source File] together with multiple image files. Plans are
currently underway to make available a plugin that
will allow the output of computer image editing
software to be converted to an importable form.

DVD Menu Background Image File

Format
Support is currently available only for Windows
Bitmap (.bmp) format and JPEG (.jpg) format files.

APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Menu Import] =

[Source]

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Edit List File Format

Edit list files are text files with the “.edl” filename extension. Composition is as follows:
Header: PIONEER-DVDRec-EDL 002 ENCODING=XXX
Entry: Number Operation Type Parameter 1 Parameter 2 Parameter 3
The number of parameters differs depending on the type of operation involved. Numbers are consecutive
numerals beginning from 001.
Use a single-byte space (0x20) or tab (0x09) between [PIONEER-DVDRec-EDL] and [002]. Alternately, a carriage
return character (0x0A, 0x0D0A, 0x0D) may also be used.
The message ENCODING=XXX indicates the character encoding, and may be omitted.
The “XXX” represented here supports utf8, eucJP, Shift-JIS, and JIS7. If the command is omitted, utf8 will be
used as default encoding.
■ IN/OUT Point Setting Entry
Number Operation Type Parameter 1 Parameter 2 Parameter 3
NNN REC IN Point OUT Point Post-REC action
The IN/OUT point is set using time code format as follows: HH:MM:SS:FF
Post-REC action will indicate either STOP or PAUSE.
The final IN/OUT point setting entry in an edit list must always designate the post-REC action as STOP.
■ Chapter Point Setting Entry
Number Operation Type Parameter 1
NNN CHP CHAPTER POINT
The chapter point is designated using time code as HH:MM:SS:FF. The chapter point description must come
immediately below the IN/OUT point setting to which it is applied. Also, the Number value is given as that
given to the IN/OUT point setting entry.
■ DVD-RW disc initialization
Number Operation Type
NNN INI
Initialization can be applied only at the head of an edit list entry.
■ Finalize
Number Operation Type
NNN FNL
Finalizing can be applied only as the final entry of an edit list.
■ Wait
Number Operation Type Parameter
NNN WAI Comment
The wait command can be used within a list, to designate points necessary to change a VTR tape, etc.
If a comment is input, the comment will appear in the wait dialog.
If the comment is separated by a tab (0x09), it will appear split into two lines at the point of the tab.
■ Designating the Encoding Parameter
Number Operation Type Parameter 1 Parameter 2
NNN SET Rate Filter
Rate is R:n (n= 1-32)
Filter is F:n (n= 0-16)
This setting will continue to be reflected after EDL execution.

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■ Designating a Title Name

Number Operation Type Parameter 1
NNN T-N Title name
The title name will be reflected in the title currently being recorded, or a previously recorded title.
■ Designating a Chapter Name
Number Operation Type Parameter 1
NNN C-N Chapter name
The chapter name will be reflected in the name of the chapter currently being recorded.

Note 1:
If [EDL] is used when target drive is set to HDD, initialize and finalize commands are ignored.
Note 2:
The header may also use [PIONEER-DVDRec-EDL001] version.

Edit List Example

PIONEER-DVDRec-EDL 002 ENCODING=utf8 Explanation

001 INI .......... XXXXXXdisc initialization
DVD-RW
002 SET R:16 F:2 .......... XXXXXX
Rate 16, filter 2 setting
002 REC 01:00:00:00 01:10:00:00 STOP .......... XXXXXX
Title 1 recording
002 T-N Title1 .......... XXXXXX
Title 1 name setting
002 C-N Chapter1-1 .......... XXXXXX
Chapter 1 name setting
002 CHP 01:05:00:00 .......... XXXXXX
Title 1 chapter 2 setting
002 C-N Chapter1-2 .......... XXXXXX
Chapter 2 name setting
002 WAI Please insert Tape2 .......... XXXXXX
Wait
003 SET R:32 F:0 .......... XXXXXX
Rate 32, filter 0 setting
003 REC 01:20:00:00 01:30:00:00 PAUSE .......... XXXXXX
Title 2 recording
003 T-N Title2 .......... XXXXXX
Title 2 name setting
003 C-N Chapter2-1 .......... XXXXXX
Chapter 1 name setting
003 CHP 01:25:00:00 .......... XXXXXX
Title 2 chapter 2 setting
003 C-N Chapter2-2 .......... XXXXXX
Chapter 2 name setting
004 REC 01:40:00:00 01:50:00:00 PAUSE .......... XXXXXX
Record as continuation of title 2
004 CHP 01:45:00:00 .......... XXXXXX
Title 2 chapter 3 setting
004 C-N Chapter2-3 .......... XXXXXX
chapter 3 name setting
005 REC 02:00:00:00 02:10:00:00 STOP .......... XXXXXX
Record as continuation of title 2
005 CHP 02:00:00:00 .......... XXXXXX
Title 2 chapter 4 setting
005 C-N Chapter2-4 .......... XXXXXX
Chapter 4 name setting
006 FNL .......... XXXXXX
Finalize execute

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Backing Up/Restoring USB HDDs
Projects, image files, menu libraries, EDL data and Backing Up
System settings on the internal hard disk (HDD) can Use the APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] =
be backed up on an external hard disk (USB HDD) [Backup] command to back up data. Use the [Type]
and data backed up on the external hard disk can be and [Target] commands to select the data types and
restored to the internal hard disk. files to be backed up and press the Backup button
Projects and other data backed up on the USB HDD to start. Select “ALL” on [Target] command to
can be deleted to free up space on the hard disk (Note 2). process all files.

Note 1:
To prevent failure during backing up or restoring
data, avoid simultaneous use of FTP and the USB
HDD during these processes.
Note 2:
Use the [System] = [HDD Tools] = [Target Drive]
command to specify the USB HDD and check free
disk space.
Since disk space is calculated using the formula
1 GB = 1024 x 1024 x 1024 bytes,
actual disk space is somewhat less than the
indicated figure. However, space on unformatted
USB HDD is indicated as [ – – GB].
APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Backup] = [Type]
Note 3:
The time required for backing up and restoring
depends on the amount of data on the hard disk. As
a rule, it takes about 3 minutes for 1 GB of data.
However, the state of the connection between the
unit and the USB HDD may slow down the process.

Connecting a USB HDD

Turn off the unit and make sure it is in standby mode
before connecting the USB HDD. Turn on the USB
HDD and the unit.

Note 1:
Unit operation may become unstable when the USB
HDD is connected or disconnected during unit APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Backup] = [Target]
operation. To ensure stable operation, do not
connect or disconnect the USB connectors during
unit operation.
Note 2:
Do not connect two or more USB HDDs to the unit.

Formatting
A new USB HDD must be formatted before use.
Note that also USB HDDs labeled “Formatted” must
be formatted before use. See “HDD Tools” on page
31 for information on how to format and check a
USB HDD.

Note: Executing Backup command on APP section =

Formatting deletes all data on a USB HDD. [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Backup]

Note:
Data backed up on the hard disk may be corrupted if
the USB HDD is damaged. Save important data to
DVD-R/RW as DVD-Video disc.

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 Backing Up/Restoring USB HDDs

Restoring
Note:
Use the APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] =
The Delete and Format functions provided with
[Restore/Del] command to restore data. Use the
the unit do not allow you to completely delete all
[Type] and [Target] commands to select the data
data on a hard disk. Thus discarding or
types and files to be restored and press the
transferring a USB HDD to a third party when
Restore button to start. Select “ALL” on [Target]
hard disk data has been deleted using these
command to process all files.
functions runs the risk of placing backed up
image data into the wrong hands. To prevent
such a risk, use commercially available software
to wipe the disk clean or request a dealer to do
so. Consult your USB HDD manufacturer for
details.

Removing a USB HDD

Turn off the unit and make sure it is in standby mode
before disconnecting and turning off the USB HDD.

Note:
Executing Restore command on APP section = Never disconnect the USB cable, turn off the USB
[Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Restore/Del] HDD or turn off the main power switch on the rear
panel of the unit during backing up, restoring or
Deleting Backup Data deleting data as this may not only leave invalid data
Use the APP section = [Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = on the disc, but damage the hard disk. Invalid data
[Restore/Del] command to delete backup data. Use can only be removed by formatting the disc.
the [Type] and [Target] commands to select the data
types and files to be deleted and press the Delete
button to start. Select “ALL” on [Target] command Backing up and Restoring System
to process all files. Settings
A number of the items settable on the Function
Menu can be backed on a hard disk drive connected
to a USB port. The backed up settings can also be
uploaded from a USB HDD to use in restoring
previous settings. The items supported for backup
and restore are listed on the “Function Menu
Table” (page 80).

Note:
The default menu settings for the [DVD Menu]
items are backed up and restored.

Executing Delete command on APP section =

[Cpy/Impt/Bkup] = [Restore/Del]

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Recording Time
7 Recording time with Dolby Digital (DVD, Hard Disk)
Dolby Digital
Video
Recording time (time: min)(*1) Transfer rate Video resolution
level Audio sampling
rate DVD Hard disk Total Video Audio frequency
disc (Mbps) (Mbps) (Kbps) NTSC PAL
32 0:58 22:45 9.900 9.644 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
31 1:01 23:53 9.426 9.169 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
30 1:06 25:44 8.750 8.494 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
29 1:10 27:35 8.164 7.908 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
28 1:16 29:26 7.652 7.396 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
27 1:21 31:17 7.200 6.944 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
26 1:25 33:08 6.798 6.542 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
25 1:30 35:00 6.438 6.182 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
24 1:35 36:51 6.115 5.859 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
23 1:40 38:42 5.822 5.566 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
22 1:45 40:34 5.556 5.300 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
21 1:54 44:17 5.090 4.834 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
20 2:04 48:00 4.696 4.440 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
19 2:14 51:47 4.358 4.102 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
18 2:23 55:28 4.066 3.810 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
17 2:33 59:13 3.810 3.554 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
16 2:43 62:58 3.583 3.327 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
15 2:52 66:43 3.383 3.127 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
14 3:02 70:28 3.203 2.947 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
13 3:12 74:14 3.041 2.785 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
12 3:22 78:00 2.895 2.639 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
11 3:31 81:46 2.762 2.506 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
10 3:41 85:33 2.640 2.384 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
9 3:51 89:20 2.529 2.273 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
8 4:06 95:01 2.378 2.122 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
7 4:21 100:00 (100:43) (*2) 2.244 1.988 256 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
6 4:35 100:00 (106:26) (*2) 2.124 1.868 256 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz
5 4:50 100:00 (112:09) (*2) 2.018 1.760 256 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz
4 5:05 100:00 (117:53) (*2) 1.919 1.663 256 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz
3 5:20 100:00 (123:38) (*2) 1.830 1.574 256 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz
2 5:35 100:00 (129:24) (*2) 1.748 1.492 256 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz
1 5:50 100:00 (135:10) (*2) 1.675 1.419 256 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz

*1 Recording time is only an approximate value and depends on hard disk and DVD disc size.
*2 The maximum recording time (maximum continuous recording time) for a clip (Rec – Stop) is 100 hours.
(Figures in brackets indicate approximate recording times.)
*3 During DV recording, the video resolution is 704 x 480 (NTSC), 704 x 576 (PAL) and audio encoding is
limited to Dolby Digital.

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7 Recording time with Linear PCM (DVD, Hard Disk)

Dolby Digital
Video
Recording time (time: min)(*1) Transfer rate Video resolution
level Audio sampling
rate DVD Hard disk Total Video Audio frequency
disc (Mbps) (Mbps) (Kbps) NTSC PAL
32 1:02 23:59 9.444 7.908 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
31 1:02 23:59 9.444 7.908 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
30 1:02 23:59 9.444 7.908 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
29 1:02 23:59 9.444 7.908 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
28 1:05 25:22 8.932 7.396 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
27 1:09 26:44 8.480 6.944 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
26 1:12 28:04 8.078 6.542 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
25 1:16 29:23 7.718 6.182 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
24 1:19 30:41 7.395 5.859 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
23 1:22 31:58 7.102 5.566 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
22 1:26 33:13 6.836 5.300 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
21 1:32 35:41 6.370 4.834 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
20 1:38 38:03 5.978 4.440 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
19 1:44 40:22 5.638 4.102 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
18 1:50 42:36 5.346 3.810 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
17 1:56 44:47 5.090 3.554 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
16 2:01 46:53 4.863 3.327 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
15 2:06 48:56 4.663 3.127 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
14 2:12 50:56 4.483 2.947 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
13 2:17 52:52 4.321 2.785 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
12 2:21 54:45 4.175 2.639 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
11 2:26 56:35 4.042 2.506 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
10 2:31 58:22 3.920 2.384 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
9 2:34 60:06 3.809 2.273 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
8 2:42 62:37 3.658 2.122 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
7 2:48 65:03 3.524 1.988 1536 720x480 720x576 16bit, 48kHz
6 2:54 67:23 3.404 1.868 1536 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz
5 3:00 69:38 3.296 1.760 1536 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz
4 3:06 71:48 3.199 1.663 1536 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz
3 3:11 73:54 3.110 1.574 1536 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz
2 3:16 75:55 3.028 1.492 1536 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz
1 3:21 77.52 2.955 1.419 1536 352x240 352x288 16bit, 48kHz

*1 Recording time is only an approximate value and depends on hard disk and DVD disc size.

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Function Menu Table
EDIT DVD Menu Menu Setting Menu Edit to Selected Project at top menu Display object for DVD menu editing.
Menu TV System NTSC Display currently set TV mode.
PAL
Menu Type/Font Menu Type Title Menu Select DVD menu type.
Chapter Menu
No Menu
Title & Chapter
Font Helvetica Select character font for DVD menu.
Times
Courier
J-Font Mincho Select Japanese font for DVD menu.
Gothic
Menu Design Design Select Select Button Layout Select menu design including button
type.

Thumbnail Go To Video Set thumbnail for posting to button.

Button Text Number / Name Select character format for button
Number text.

Name
Disabled No characters are used for menus
when “Disabled” is selected.

Menu Modification Background Default Select background type when

HDD Library changing background image.

Title Picture
Image Default Select background image.
Select Picture
Go To Video
Disc Name (Text Edit) Input characters for input to DVD
menu.

Select Color Default Set color select.

11 colors List
Active Color Default Set active color.
11 colors List
Navigation Cmd Introduction Clip Disabled Set opening clip.
Clip List
-User Operation Disabled Set user operations for opening clip
Enabled playback.

First Play PGC Stop Sets operations after DVD player

or Title begins playback or opening clip
playback.
Post Cmd Menu
Title Post Cmd Stop Set action after title playback.
Return to Menu
Next Title
Repeat Title
Idle Clip Disabled Sets clip for playback on idle screen.
Clip List

Note: Items in bold type are backed up and restored in the section “Backing up and Restoring
System Settings” (page 77).
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EDIT DVD Menu Navigation Cmd -Waiting Time 4min 3min 2min 1min Sets time until beginning idle clip
30sec playback.

Del/Init Library Type Background Select type to delete.

Layout
Design Select Select Background or Layout Select library to delete and press the
Delete button to delete it.

Project Record/Name Name Selected Project at top menu Display name of currently selected
project.

Protect Disabled Prevent erasure of clips in projects.

Enabled
Record to DVD Only Select whether to record also to HDD.
DVD&HDD
Num of Clips 15 Display number of clips in project.
Num of Titles 13 Display number of titles in project.
Last Modified Date 2002.05.23 00:00:00 Indicates date on which project was
last modified.

Total Capacity 1234MB Display total project capacity.

Copy Project Copy To (Text Edit) Copy project to new project.
Copy Clip Source Drive HDD Select the copy source.
DVD1
DVD2
Copy From Project List Select project source for copy.
Clip Clip List Select clip for copying.
Rename Clip Clip1 (Text Edit) Set clip name.
Clip2
Clip3
Clip4
Clip5
next
Export Clip Clip List Attach file name to clip and export.
VOB Name (Text Edit)
Delete Delete Project List except current project Delete selected project.
Title Target Clip Edit To (HDD) Clip List Select clip for edit.
Info/Rename Name (Text Edit) Display name of clip (editing also
possible).

Total Time xx:xx:xx Display clip time.

Capacity xxxxxMB Display clip capacity.
Chapter Chapter 1 (Text Edit) Display name of chapter (edting also
Chapter 2 possible).

Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Next Page
Editing Trimming Clip Go To Video Perform clip trimming.
Chapter Points Go To Video Edit the chapter point in a clip.
Divide Clip Go To Video Divide clip into two files.

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EDIT Title Title Selection Clip 1 CLEAR/ALL CLEAR/UP/DOWN/ Display the clip with the assigned title
Clip 2 CLIP LIST and edit in order.

Clip 3
Clip 4
Clip 5
Next Page
DVD Disc Finalize Finalize Selected Drive DVD finalize.
Initialize Initialize Quick Format Use Quick Format to initialize DVD-
RW disc.

Full Blank Erase all DVD-RW contents.

Unfinalize Unfinalize Selected Drive Canceling finalization of DVD-RW.
Make Disc Target DVD1 Select destination for recording
DVD2 selected project to disc and execute.

DVD1&2
Make Image Target Image File Name Input Enter the name for the selected project
and create disc image file.

APP Auto Capture IN/OUT Point Preroll Time 1 - 5 - 10 Seconds Set pre-roll time.
Offsest(Frame) 0 -- 17 -- 30 Frame Set frame offset.
Record As Title(Stop) Select OUT point operation.
Chapter(Pause)
Pause
IN/OUT Point (Time Code Setting)[Mark] Set IN/OUT point.
Chapter Point Chapter Point (Time Code Setting)[Mark] Set chapter point.
EDL Command Command Finalize Designate additional special
Initialize command to EDL.

Wait
EDL IN/OUT Point 1 CLEAR/ALL CLEAR/UP/DOWN Perform editing of EDL.
IN/OUT Point 2
IN/OUT Point 3
IN/OUT Point 4
IN/OUT Point 5
Next
EDL Load/Delete Load EDL List Loads selected EDL.
Delete EDL List Delete selected edit list.
EDL Save Save To File Name Input Save EDL or save with new name.
Cpy/Impt/Bkup Disc Copy Source DVD1 Select copy source.
DVD2
Destination DVD1 Select copy destination.
DVD2
Disc Image Copy Source DVD1 Select the copy source.
DVD2
Input Image Name File Name Input Enter the filename of the file to be
created.

Image Copy/Del Source Image File Name Input Select the copy source or the file to
be deleted.

Note: Items in bold type are backed up and restored in the section “Backing up and Restoring
System Settings” (page 77).

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APP Cpy/Impt/Bkup Image Copy/Del Destination DVD1 Select the destination of the file to be
DVD2 created.

DVD1&2
Menu Import Type Background Select type of background image.
Layout Select type of menu layout image.
Source Import Directory Select source for importing of
DVD1 background image/menu layout
image.
DVD2
Source File ALL Select background image/menu
xxxx.bmp layout image for import.

xxxx.jpg
EDL Import Source Import Directory Select source for edit list import.
DVD1
DVD2
EDL Import Source File ALL Select edit list source file.
xxxxxxxx
yyyyyyyy
Backup Backup To USB HDD Select the destination of backup data
(USB HDD).

Type Project Select backup type.

Image File
Menu Library
EDL
Target ALL Select project or image file to back
Project Name or File Name List up.

Remaining Capacity xxxxGB Display free space on USB HDD.

Restore/Del Restore From / Del USB HDD Select source (USB HDD) to be
restored or deleted.

Type Project Select type of restore or delete

Image File process.

Menu Library
EDL
System Settings
Target ALL Select project or image file to restore
Project Name or File Name List or delete.

Remaining Capacity xxxxGB Display free space on USB HDD.

SET UP System System Settings Keyboard US Type(101) Select keyboard type.
Japan Type(106)
Key Repeat Speed Slow Select key repeat speed.
Medium
Fast
Mouse Generic Select mouse type.
Mouse Speed Slow Select mouse cursor movement
Medium speed.

Fast

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SET UP System System Settings Time Zone –12 to +13, City Name Select time zone.
Date(mm/dd/yyyy) xx/xx/2xxx Set date.
Time(hh:mm:ss) xx:xx:xx Set time.
F-Key Set 1-6 F-Key Enable F-Key Only Select key combinations for function
Ctrl + F-Key key operation.

Shift + F-Key
F1 Not Set DV Out Set allocation to function key F1.
Display VIN(Composite)
Function VIN(S-Video)
F2 Drive Select VIN(Beta) (*3)
Set allocation to function key F2.
Function/Back VIN(SMPTE) (*3)
F3 Preview IN(DV) Set allocation to function key F3.
REC AIN(RCA)
F4 Play AIN(XLR) Set allocation to function key F4.
Pause Menu
F5 Stop Top Menu Set allocation to function key F5.
Scan Fwd Return
F6 Scan Rev Repeat Set allocation to function key F6.
Skip Fwd Repeat A-B
F-Key Set 7-12 F7 Skip Rev Audio Set allocation to function key F7.
Slow Fwd (*1) Angle
F8 Slow Rev (*2) Subtitle Set allocation to function key F8.
Step Fwd Title/Chp/Time
F9 Step Rev Time Set allocation to function key F9.
Local/Remote Search
Composite out >10
F10 Finalize TV System Set allocation to function key F10.
Initialize Reserved (*4)
F11 Unfinalize Reserved (*4) Set allocation to function key F11.
Make Disc Reserved (*4)
F12 EDL Rec Reserved (*4) Set allocation to function key F12.
Network Network OFF Select whether to enable network.
ON
DHCP/Manual DHCP Select IP address setting method.
Manual
IP Address xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Select manual IP address.
Subnet Mask xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Select manual sub-net mask.
Gateway xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Select manual gateway address.
Mac Adress xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx Display MAC address.
UPS Setting Model Disabled Select UPS.
APC Smart-UPS 500
APC Smart-UPS 700
Shutdown Delay 30 seconds Select time until shutdown via UPS.
60 seconds
Information System Version Application Ver / OS Ver Display system version.
Power-On Time Total Hours Display total power-on time.
HDD Access Total Hours Display HDD access time.
Drive 1(R/W) Read/Write Time Display Drive 1 operating time.
Drive 2(R/W) Read/Write Time Display Drive 2 operating time.
Service Info HDD Smart/PCI Error Display Smart information on hard
disk or information on internal PCI bus.

HDD Tools Target Drive HDD Format and confirm operation of data
USB HDD (*5) area of HDD.

Remaining Capacity xxxxGB Display hard disk or USB HDD free

space.
Operation Control Settings Control Local Switch external control.
Remote
*1: During playback, initiates slow playback.
*2: During playback, initiates slow reverse playback.
*3: When PAL is selected as the TV system, automatically set to Component.
*4: Disabled and reserved for future expansion. Performs no function and should not be set.
*5: Displayed only when USB HDD is connected.
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SET UP Operation Control Settings Port RS-422A Select external control port.
Disabled
IEEE1394 (*6)
Time Code RS-422A Select time code input.
LTC
IEEE1394 (*6)
Eject Settings Eject Select Eject command operation.
Fainalize & Eject
Video Settings External Sync Disabled Select external sync signal for
Enabled playback.

OSD Enabled Enable/disable OSD display.

Disabled
Composite Out Source Monitor Enable/disable input pass-through for
Decoder Out composite/RCA output.

Background Color Black Select background image during

Blue idling.

DV OUT Enabled Enable/disable DV connector output.

When enabled, outputs during
playback only. (*7)
Disabled
Test Signal Start Output color bar.
HDD Recording Time Shift PLAY Enabled Enable/disable playback of previous
recorded portion during recording
(time-shift recording).
Disabled
Info Language Language English(US) Select language for information
display and character input on
Function Menu.
Japanese
Recording Video/Audio Video Encode Rate 32 Levels Setting Set encoding rate.
Video Filter(NR) 16 Levels Setting Set video filter level.
Audio Encode Dolby Digital Select audio encoding format.
LPCM
Audio Level (L) –48 to +14 setting Set audio level.
(R) –48 to +14 setting
(L/R) –48 to +14 setting
Aspect 4:3 Select video aspect ratio.
16:9
Setup Level (*8) 0 IRE Select setup level.
7.5 IRE

*6: Displayed only when [V Input] is set to “DV”.

*7: Playback begins about 5 seconds after pressing the PLAY button on front panel/remote control unit.
*8: Not displayed when TV system is set to PAL.

Note: Items in bold type are backed up and restored in the section “Backing up and Restoring
System Settings” (page 77).

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SET UP Recording Others Auto Chapter Manual Select method for inserting chapter
3 min mark in title. When Manual is selected,
chapter marks are inserted with
5 min
ENTER button.
10 min
15 min
30 min
60 min
REC Button REC Start Select REC button function.
Standby ->REC
Playback Video Aspect 4:3(LB) Select video aspect ratio during
4:3(PS) playback.

16:9
Still Mode Auto Select still display mode.
Frame
Field
Audio Dolby Digital OUT Dolby Digital Select whether to convert Dolby
Convert To PCM Digital to PCM.

DTS OUT OFF Set DTS.

ON
96 kHz PCM OUT Convert To 48kHz Select whether to convert 96 kHz PCM
96kHz to 48 kHz.

MPEG OUT MPEG Select whether to convert MPEG

Convert To PCM audio to PCM.

Language Audio English Select audio language.

Japanese
Others->Next Menu
Subtitle English Select subtitle language.
Japanese
Others->Next Menu
DVD Menu English Select DVD menu language.
Japanese
Others->Next Menu
Subtitle Display ON Select subtitle ON/OFF.
OFF
Others Parental Level 1 - 8, off Set parental level.
Country Code us Set country code for parental
jp management.

Others->Next Menu

Note: Items in bold type are backed up and restored in the section “Backing up and Restoring
System Settings” (page 77).

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STATUS Drive HDD Display currently selected recording

DVD1 destination/playback source.
Also change recording destination/
DVD2
playback source.
DVD1&2
Project [new]h03mmdd_xx Display currently selected project.
Also change project.

Project List

V Input Composite Display currently selected video input.

S-Video Also change video input.

Component(Beta) (*9)
Component(SMPTE) (*9)
DV
SDI (*10)
A Input RCA Display currently selected audio input.
XLR Also change audio input.

DV
SDI (*10)
AES/EBU (*10)
TV System NTSC Switch TV system setting.
PAL
HDD Project : xxx Display number of projects on hard
disc.

Remaining : xxx.xx GB Display remaining available space on

hard disc.

DVD1 No Disc Display drive disc loading condition.

DVD-R(r) (r) indicates recordable DVD;
(f) indicates DVD-RW has been
DVD-RW(r)
finalized.
DVD-RW(f) & Volume Name
DVD-RW
DVD & Volume Name DVD-RW indicates RW disc requiring
CD initialization.
DVD indicates ROM disc or DVD-R
Unknown
has been finalized.
DVD2 No Disc
DVD-R(r)
DVD-RW(r)
DVD-RW(f) & Volume Name
DVD-RW
DVD & Volume Name
CD
Unknown

*9: When TV system is PAL, combined under [Component].

*10: Displayed only when SDI/AES EBU input port is installed.

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Shortcut Key Information
Shortcut key Function

Ctrl + P Play
Ctrl + L Pause
Ctrl + S Stop

Ctrl + N Scan Fwd

Ctrl + B Scan Rev
Ctrl + Shift + N Skip Fwd
Ctrl + Shift + B Skip Rev
Ctrl + . > Step Fwd
Ctrl + , < Step Rev
Ctrl + Shift + . > Slow Fwd (During playback, initiates slow playback.)
Ctrl + Shift + , < Slow Rev (During playback, initiates slow reverse playback.)
Ctrl + M Top menu

Ctrl + T Frame time

Ctrl + C Search
Ctrl + F Finalize
Ctrl + I Initialize
Ctrl + W Make disc
Ctrl + U Unfinalize
Ctrl + E DVD1 Eject
Ctrl + Shift + E DVD2 Eject

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Message Display
7 Messages displayed in dialogue box during Function Menu operations
Item Message Comment
TV System Switch TV System Switches TV system mode. When [OK] is pressed, TV system
is switched temporarily.
TV System After 10 seconds, TV System will return to previous When [OK] is pressed, TV system setting is maintained. Either
mode. press [Cancel] or wait 10 seconds to return to former setting.
Network Network Error, Check Connection. Check Ethernet cable connection.
Network Network Settings Error. There is something the matter with the network. Check that
the IP address, subnet mask and gateway address are correct.
Text entry Input Parameter Error. The entered value is outside the range. Enter the correct value.
HDD format Delete All User Data? Displayed at start of hard disk formatting operation. All data
previously recorded on the hard disk drive will be erased.
HDD format Please eject a disc from drive, before formatting The hard disk cannot be formatted when there is a disc in the
HDD. drive. Eject the disc and try again.
HDD check Start File System Check? Displayed at start of hard disk check. Depending on the
condition of the hard disk drive, this operation may require
several minutes to complete.
USB HDD format, check No USB HDD. The USB HDD cannot be recognized.
USB HDD format Format USB HDD(******) Appears when USB HDD formatting starts.
Delete all data on a USB HDD.
Eject Do you finalize the disc to allow playback on When [Finalize] is pressed, the disc is finalized and then ejected.
other players? If [Eject] is pressed, the disc is ejected without being finalized.
Initialize This is not a DVD-RW disc. Only DVD-RW discs can be initialized.
Initialize There is no disc. No disk has been loaded. Insert a DVD-RW disc.
Initialize This disc has been finalized. Reinitialize to Press the Initialize button to reinitialize the disc.
record.
Initialize Disc initialization failed. DVD disc initialization failed. A disc fault may have occurred.
Initialize There is video recording data in this disc. Press the Initialize button to initialize the disc.
Finalize The disc needs to be finalized. Finalize the disc.
Finalize Cannot be finalized. This disc cannot be finalized.
Finalize There is no disc. No disc has been loaded in the drive.
Finalize The size of menu is too large. The attached menu size is too large for the current project title
composition. Change to a menu design with more buttons on
each page of the menu. Also, by changing to title menu, it may
be possible to construct the menu with a smaller volume.
Finalize Disc finalization failed. DVD disc finalization failed. A disc fault may have occurred.
Since the DVD-Video was not finalized, playback may not be
possible on some players.
Copy The disc needs to be initialized. The DVD-RW disc has already been recorded.
To rerecord the disc, initialize it once again.
Copy Target is not ready or illegal disc. Check target disc.
Copy Source is not ready or illegal disc. Check the copy source. A copyrighted DVD disc or a DVD-RW
disc with CPRM cannot be selected as a copy source.
Copy There is no disc. No disc has been loaded. Insert a disc.
Copy This is not a blank disc. When using DVD-R disc, insert an unused disc.
Copy Not enough space to copy. The target disc lacks sufficient open capacity to copy.
Copy Not enough space to copy. Not enough free space on the hard disk to store copied data.
Copy The disc contains data. Not a blank or initialized disc.
Copy The disc needs to be finalized. Copy source disc must be finalized.
Copy No Image File(HDD) exists. No image file on the hard disk.
Copy Copy disc failed. Disc copying failed. A disc fault may have occurred.

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Item Message Comment

Copy This will overwrite any existing copied image. This operation will overwrite hard disk image files.
Copy Invalid target file name. See “About File Names” (page 94).
Copy Copy data failed. Attempt to copy data failed.
Import No file to import. No import files.
Import Do you really want to overwrite ***** The ***** file is overwritten.
Import Does it overwrite all files when the same file All files with the same name are overwritten. Select “No” do
exists ? display a dialog when there are files with the same name.
Import Import failed. Failed to import data.
Either try again, or check original data.
Export Do you want to export? VOB file export confirmation querry.
Export The file *** exists. Continuing this operation will overwrite (erase) this file.
Now, do you want to overwrite?
Export Please input a VOB name. Input the desired VOB file name.
Export There is no HDD space to export. Check your remaining hard disk drive space.
Menu No disc in drive. No disc is in drive. Insert a disc.
Menu There is no title. No selectable title exists.
Menu This disc is not supported. This disc contains no selectable title.
Menu There is no title in this project. This project has no titles, so no thumbnails can be selected.
Menu Do you want to save Current Menu to Default Press [Yes] to copy menu data.
Menu?
Menu Do you want to load Default Menu to Current Press [Yes] to copy menu data.
Menu?
Menu Preview The number of titles is over 99. Current project already contains 99 titles. A DVD-Video disc
can hold a maximum of 99 titles. Use the Title Editing [Title
Selection] command to reduce the number of titles.
Menu Preview The size of menu is too large. The attached menu size is too large for the current project title
composition. Change to a menu design with more buttons on
each page of the menu. Also, by changing to title menu, it may
be possible to construct the menu with a smaller volume.
Menu Preview Data size is over 4.7GBytes. The current project title capacity exceeds 4.7 GB. Use the Title
editing [Title Selection] command to reduce the number of
titles, or use trimming editing to shorten the length of titles.
Menu Preview Menu not specified for preview. The [Menu Type] specifies “No Menu.” To append a menu,
use the [Menu Type] command.
Emulation Data size is over 4.7GBytes. The current project title capacity exceeds 4.7 GB. Use the Title
editing [Title Selection] command to reduce the number of
titles, or use trimming editing to shorten the length of titles.
Emulation The size of menu is too large. The attached menu size is too large for the current project title
composition. Change to a menu design with more buttons on
each page of the menu. Also, by changing to title menu, it may
be possible to construct the menu with a smaller volume.
Emulation Current TV System differs from a menu clip TV The current TV system mode must be the same as that of the
System. menu clip.
Emulation Different audio encoding formats can’t exist in The menu clips must have the same audio type.
intro and idle clips.
PROJECT-Record/Name The same file exists. A project with the same name exists. Enter another name.
PROJECT-Delete No target project is selected. No project has been selected. Select a project to delete.
PROJECT-Delete This PROJECT is proected. The selected project has been protected and cannot be deleted.
PROJECT-Delete Cannot delete new project. A new project cannot be deleted.
PROJECT-Copy Enter new project name. To copy a project, enter a project name.
PROJECT-CopyClip No target clip is selected. Select a clip for copying.

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Item Message Comment

PROJECT-CopyClip Is this clip to be added as a title? Confirm whether you wish to add the copied clip as a title or not.
PROJECT Not enough space in HDD. No free space left on the hard disk. Delete projects no longer
needed to provide enough space for recording.
Make Disc Data size is over 4.7GBytes. The current project title capacity exceeds 4.7 GB. Use the Title
editing [Title Selection] command to reduce the number of
titles, or use trimming editing to shorten the length of titles.
Make Disc The size of menu is too large. The attached menu size is too large for the current project title
composition. Change to a menu design with more buttons on
each page of the menu. Also, by changing to title menu, it may
be possible to construct the menu with a smaller volume.
Make Disc There is no disc. No disc has been loaded in the designated drive.
Make Disc This is not a blank disc. The designated disc has recorded contents.
Make Disc The disc needs to be initialized. The designated disc has not yet been initialized. Initialization
is necessary before recording.
Make Disc This is an illegal disc. The designated drive contains an improper disc.
Make Disc There is no title. No title has been assigned.
Make Disc The number of titles is over 99. 99 titles already exist.
A DVD-Video disc can hold a maximum of 99 titles.
Make Disc Make disc failed. Disc could not be created. A disc fault may have occurred.
Make Disc Current TV System differs from a menu clip TV The current TV system mode must be the same as that of the
System. menu clip.
Make Disc Different audio encoding formats can’t exist in The menu clips must have the same audio type.
intro and idle clips.
Make Image Invalid target file name. See “About File Names” (page 94).
Make Image Not enough space in HDD. The hard disk does not have sufficient empty space to create the file.
Trimming Do you want to update or create a new clip ? Select whether to save the edited data to a new file or to
overwrite the original file.
Trimming This VOB can’t be trimmed. This VOB cannot be trimmed.
Trimming New clip can’t be created unless duration is under Not enough space on the hard disk to save as a separate item
HH:MM to disk. Overwriting is possible. The item can be saved
separately if trimming time is HH:MM or less.
Trimming Please cut clip less than HH:MM Not enough space on the hard disk for trimming. Trimming is
possible if trimming time is HH:MM or less.
Trimming New clip can’t be created. Too many clips already exist, so cannot create a new one. To
Clips should be less than 255. save new clip, reduce the number of existing clips.
Divide Do you want to update or create a new clip? Confirm whether you wish to overwrite edited results or create
a new clip.
Divide This VOB can’t be divided. This VOB cannot be divided.
Divide There is no remaining capacity. The hard disk has insufficient space to create a new clip.
New clip can’t be created. Can only overwrite previous clip.
Divide There is no remaining capacity. The hard disk has insufficient space to allow division of the
This VOB can’t be divided. clip.
Divide There are too many clips. Too many clips already exist, so cannot create a new one.
Over 255 clips can’t be created.
Divide The number of titles is 99. Too many titles already exist, so cannot divide the VOB.
This VOB can’t be divided.
Divide The number of clips is 255. Too many clips already exist, so cannot divide the VOB.
This VOB can’t be divided.
Initialize Laibrary Do you really want to Initialize? Initializes library. This deletes imported libraries.
Delete Library Default Layout/Background can’t be deleted. Layouts and background images set in the default menu cannot
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Item Message Comment

Delete Library Please select Layout/Background before delete. Select layout/background image to delete.
Delete Library Do you really want to delete ****** The ****** file will be deleted.
Backup / Restore Cannot restore the current project. Restore was attempted for the current project. A current project
cannot be restored.
Backup / Restore Do you really want to overwrite ***** The ****** file is overwritten.
Backup / Restore Does it overwrite all files when the same file All files with the same name are overwritten. Select “No” do
exists ? display a dialog when there are files with the same name.
Backup / Restore Not enough space in HDD. No free space left on the hard disk.
Free up space on the internal hard disk or USB HDD.
Backup / Restore Backup failed. The backup attempt failed. Either try again, or check for
problems on the USB hard disk.
Backup / Restore Restore failed. The restore attempt failed. Either try again, or check for
problems on the USB hard disk.
Backup / Restore There is saved parameter file. Do you want to This parameter has already been set. Press [YES] if you wish
overwrite? to overwrite the previous setting.
Backup / Restore Do you really want to restore system settings. Press [Yes] to overwrite (erase) present system settings.
Backup / Restore This PROJECT is protected. The target project has been set to protect against erasure, so
cannot overwrite restore.
Backup / Restore No data to restore. No data exists to restore.
Backup / Restore Illegal data to restore. The data to be restored is faulty.
Backup / Restore Load error. The data to be restored could not be loaded successfully.
Delete Delete failed. Failed attempt to delete. Either try again or check for problems
on the USB hard disk.
Unfinalize Menu Data is lost after unfinalization. The DVD menu information is lost when a disc is canceled
finalization.
Unfinalize Cannot be unfinalized. Finalization cannot be undone.
(Finalization on discs other than DVD-RW discs created on
the PRV-LX1 cannot be undone.)
Unfinalize Disc unfinalization failed. Failed attempt to unfinalize the disc. Disc may have problems.

7 Messages Displayed in Dialogue Box or Main Unit Display during Recording Operation
Item Message Comment
REC HDD_CAPA is not enough. The hard disk drive has insufficient open capacity. Erase a
project, to open enough space on the hard disk drive for the
recording.
DVD_CAPA is not enough. The DVD disc has insufficient remaining capacity.
This disc is not writable. The DVD disc cannot be written to.
There is no disc. No disc has been loaded.
The number of titles is 99. This disc has 99 titles recorded; no additional titles can be
recorded.
No SDI_V Input. There is no SDI Video signal input.
No SDI_A Input. There is no SDI Audio signal input.
No AES/EBU Input. There is no AES/EBU signal input.
No DV Input. There is no DV signal input.
Copy Protection The input signal has been copy protected; copying is not
possible.
ENCODER ERROR******** An encode error occurred. Reboot the system.
(******** indicates the error code.)
DRIVE ERROR****** A drive error occurred. A drive fault may have occurred.
The number of clips is 255. There are 255 project clips. The maximum number of clips in
a project is 255.

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Item Message Comment

REC Cannot record to different condition discs. Simultaneous recording to two discs is possible only if they
contain identical data.
No Video Input. No video input is connected. Check inputs.
Confirm TV system of the video input. Check input signal's TV system mode and mode set on
Function Menu.
Stopped automatically from Rec-Pause for the When recording to DVD, REC-Pause is automatically switched
system protection. to STOP after 1 hour, to preserve system components.
Stopped automatically because of no HDD Insufficient remaining space on HDD, so stopped recording
remaining caoacity. automatically.
Stopped automatically because of no DVD Insufficient remaining space on DVD, so stopped recording
remaining capacity. automatically.
IN-OUT REC OUT Point must be larger than IN Point + 1 sec. An IN-OUT REC cannot be performed within 1 sec from IN
point to OUT point.
VTR(RS-422A) is not connected. VTR (RS-422A) is not connected. Check also VTR settings.
VTR(DV) is not connected. VTR (DV) is not connected. Check also VTR settings.
Stop operation is needed to finish IN/OUT Previous auto capture is in pause mode. To end the auto
recording. capture, press the STOP button or execute “Record As Title
(Stop) ” auto capture for recording stop.
EDL REC EDLFILE OPEN ERROR Failed attempt to load EDL file. File is either too big (max.
2MB), or file may be damaged.
Invalid target file name. EDL file name is incorrect. See “About File Names” (page 94).
Do you really want to load EDL:****** Confirm loading of EDL file.
Do you really want to delete EDL:****** Confirm deletion of EDL file.
EDLFILE ERROR not start PIONEER-DVDRec-EDL Repair EDL file.
EDLFILE ERROR not support EDL VER*** EDL file version *** is not supported.
EDLFILE ERROR: line ** Syntax error 01 EDL file error
Final REC must end with STOP command.
EDLFILE ERROR: line ** Syntax error 02 EDL file error
No command after the number.
EDLFILE ERROR: line ** Syntax error 03 EDL file error
REC before INI must end with STOP command.
EDLFILE ERROR: line ** Syntax error 04 EDL file error
REC cannot be performed after FNL.
EDLFILE ERROR: line ** Syntax error 05 EDL file error
Designate CHP after REC.
CHP, T-N, C-N cannot be designated after WAI, INI, FNL or
SET.
EDLFILE ERROR: line ** Syntax error 06 EDL file error
REC before FNL must end with STOP command.
EDLFILE ERROR: line ** Syntax error 07 EDL file error
Command not defined.
EDLFILE ERROR: line ** Syntax error 08 EDL file error
OUT Point must be larger than IN Point + 1 sec.
EDLFILE ERROR: line ** Syntax error 09 EDL file error
SET must be designated before REC-PAUSE.
EDLFILE ERROR: line ** Syntax error 10 EDL file error
TimeCode, Rate, Filter values are out of range.
Total title num is over 99. A DVD-Video disc can hold a maximum of 99 titles.
Total clip num is over 255. The maximum number of clips in a project is 255.
More than 25f is carried out as 24f. PAL has a frame rate of 24 fps. Check your entry.
¶ “line**” indicates the line number in the EDL file. The EDL file begins with a single line header. Headers are omitted on
lists displayed with the Function Menu’s APP Section = [Auto Capture] = [EDL] command, with the result that the
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7 Messages Displayed in the dialog/OSD or Main Unit Display during Playback Operation
Item Message Comment
DVD-Video playback Incompatible disc region number. This disc has a region code which cannot be played on this
player.
Operation cannot be performed. This command is not supported with current playback
condition.
Operation is not permitted. The operation is not permitted with this disc.
No title on the disc. The current disc has no playable titles.
Unknown disc. This disc cannot be played.
ERROR REGION (main unit display) This disc has a region code which cannot be played on this
player.
OPERATION INHIBITED (main unit display) The operation is not permitted with this disc.
DISC NO TITLE (main unit display) The current disc has no playable titles.
UNKNOWN DISC (main unit display) This disc cannot be played.
Temporarily change parental level? Attempt to view a title prohibited under parental management
level. To playback title, press [YES]; to cancel playback, press
[NO].
HDD playback No title in the project. The current project has no playable titles.
NO TITLE PROJECT (main unit display) The current project has no playable titles.

About File Names

On this system, characters usable for file names are limited to single-byte alphanumerics, plus period (.) and
underscore (_). Also, file names beginning with a period are prohibited.
In the case of EDL files, the file extension “.edl” must be added.

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Incorrect operations can be mistaken as malfunctions. If you believe the unit is not operating correctly, consult
the chart below. Sometimes incorrect operation may be due to a malfunction in another component. If the
problem is not fixed, check the other components used with the player. If the problem still persists, contact
your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or dealer for service.
Symptom Cause/Remedy Reference page
No power ¶ Connect power cord to outlet. 16
No picture ¶ Check for proper connections. 16
¶ Change the video monitor or other input to the input connected to
the PRV-LX1.
¶ If a non-progressive-scan video monitor is connected to the 54
component video output connector and the Component output
is set to Progressive (525p), no picture will appear. Hold the
main unit’s front panel STOP button depressed while pressing
the cursor down button to switch the output to Interlaced (525i).
¶ When set to progressive scan (525P), no video image is output
to connectors other than the component output.
¶ When [Composite Out] is set to “Source Monitor”, during stop 32
mode or otherwise when no image in input to the composite
input, no image will be output to the composite output
connector. In the same way no sound will be output at the RCA
output connectors if no audio is input to the RCA inputs.
¶ Check your TV system mode setting.
After closing disc table, it opens ¶ Insert the disc correctly in the disc table.
automatically, or playback will ¶ Insert disc is with correct up-down orientation.
not begin.
¶ Clean the disc. 7
¶ Confirm that the disc region number is proper for the player. 9
¶ Confirm that the type of disc is proper for the player. 8
¶ Check and eliminate any condensation inside the unit. 5
¶ A disc created on the PRV-LX1 that contains many titles may take
dozens of seconds to recognize when loaded. The DISC indicator
flashes and the disc recording and playback cannot be started
during disc recognition.
Can’t record. ¶ Confirm that the HDD/DVD have adequate remaining capacity. If 62, 67
HDD are full, erase unneeded titles to add available space.
¶ Confirm that you are not attempting to record copy-protected
material.
¶ With DVD-R/RW (video mode) discs, images which are
designated as “copy once only” cannot be be recorded.
¶ Check your TV system mode setting.
Can’t record in video mode on ¶ Recording to Ver.1.0 DVD-RW discs is not supported. Be sure to
DVD-RW. use discs labeled as Ver.1.1 or later (version number can be
found on disc jacket).
Image is elongated vertically or ¶ If a disc’s playback image appears elongated vertically or 50
horizontally. horizontally, use the [Aspect] command to change the aspect
ratio for your video monitor. If the setting cannot be made at the
recorder, use your video monitor controls.
External input images are ¶ When using components that output images encoded with
distorted. analog copy protection signals, connect the component directly
to the video monitor as well.
During playback image is ¶ This unit supports analog copy protection systems. Some discs
distorted or dark. contain analog copy protection signals, and when such discs are
played through a VTR, or recorded onto a VTR and then played
back, the copy protection signals may make proper playback
impossible. For these reasons, the PRV-LX1 should be connected
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Symptom Cause/Remedy Reference page

Cannot playback on DVD player / ¶ When discs recorded in video mode are to be played back on 44
other DVD recorders. other players, be sure to finalize them after recording (however,
some discs may be unplayable on other players even after
finalization).
Image stops during playback, or ¶ Press the EJECT button once and then start playback again.
commands are disabled.
Main unit command buttons ¶ Hold the STANDBY/ON button depressed for 4 seconds or more
don’t work. to set unit to standby condition. If the STANDBY/ON button also
doesn’t work, turn off the main power switch on the rear panel.
Can’t output 96 kHz audio in ¶ Some discs prohibit digital output of 96 kHz linear PCM audio. In 50
digital. this case, even if the unit’s [96 kHz PCM OUT] command is set
to “96 kHz”, the signal will be converted to 48 kHz for output.
Remote control unit doesn’t ¶ Operate remote within proper range (7 m). 17
work. ¶ Change to new batteries. 17
Television malfunctions. ¶ Video monitors with wireless remote control functions may
malfunction when the PRV-LX1’s remote control unit is used. In
such cases, separate the television monitor and the PRV-LX1.
Memory settings are erased. ¶ If manual disconnection of the power cord or a power failure 6
occurs when the unit is turned on, previously input settings may
be erased. Before disconnecting the power plug, always press
the unit’s STANDBY/ON (POWER) button and wait until the
display’s [POWER-OFF] display disappears, then set the rear
panel’s power switch to OFF.
No sound from speakers, or ¶ If video monitor or AV amplifier’s sound volume is set to
distorted sound. minimum, raise the sound volume.
¶ When using audio input from external input connector, set the 37
[Audio Level] command.
¶ Check and confirm that all audio cables are connected properly.
¶ Check that all cable plugs are inserted securely in their
connectors or jacks.
¶ Clean any dirt from connection plugs and jacks.
¶ No sound is produced during still, frame advance, and slow playback.
¶ DTS audio is output only from unit’s digital audio output 50
connectors. To listen to DTS audio from a DVD disc, the unit’s
digital audio output connectors must be connected to the digital
audio input connectors of a DTS compliant amplifier, and the
[DTS OUT] command must be set to “ON”. If the connected
amplifier does not support DTS audio, use the remote control
unit’s AUDIO button or the disc menu to select an audio format
other than DTS.
When a professional VTR is ¶ Connect this unit directly to the professional VTR.
connected to this unit’s DV ¶ Check that the DV cable is connected properly.
connectors, the appear cannot
be viewed on a video monitor, ¶ Turn on the power again to the professional VTR.
or no sound is produced. ¶ Turn the power to the PRV-LX1 OFF then ON again.
DVD playback images cannot be ¶ Connect this unit directly to the professional VTR.
viewed on the screen of the ¶ Check that the DV cable is connected properly.
professional VTR connected to
the DV connectors, or no sound ¶ Try stopping playback and then starting it again.
is produced. ¶ Turn on the power again to the professional VTR.
¶ Turn the power to the PRV-LX1 OFF then ON again.
¶ The video and audio of DVDs labeled “copying prohibited” or
“copy once only” cannot be output.
¶ The audio/video of a component connected to an external input
connector cannot be output.
¶ No video or audio signals are output during recording or during
recording pause.
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Symptom Cause/Remedy Reference page

An error occurred and data back ¶ Errors may in rare cases occur when used with FTP. 76
up or restore operation from the Do not use FTP during backup or restore operations.
USB HDD failed.
During loading of DV, the screen ¶ The screen may freeze and controls may fail to respond if the DV
stops, and controls are disabled. link is disconnected. Hold the STANDBY/ON button depressed
for 4 seconds or more to set to the standby mode, then turn on
the power once again.
Several seconds of noise occurs ¶ Several seconds of noise may occur if the DV link is
when inputting DV. disconnected. If the noise does not stop after several seconds,
stop the recording and try reconnecting the DV cable, or
reconnect the main unit’s power cord.
Recorded image has visible ¶ If the TV system setting is changed after beginning recording, 33
noise. noise may be occur in the image.
Cannot confirm USB HDD. ¶ Use a hub supporting USB 2.0.

Malfunctions may be caused by static electricity or other external sources. In such cases, normal operation may be restored
by disconnecting the power cord and then reconnecting it again. If problem persist, consult your dealer.

Specifications
General:
Power rating: AC 120 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: Maximum 2.0 A
Power consumption during idling: 6.5 W
Weight:
Single-DVD-drive model About 13.8 kg (30 lb 7 oz)
Twin-DVD-drive model About 15.1 kg (33 lb 5 oz)
External dimensions: 427 (W) x 179.5 (H) x 539.5 (D) mm (including projecting parts)
16-13/16 (W) x 7-1/16 (H) x 21-1/4 (D) in (including projecting parts)
Ambient temperature during use: +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F)
Ambient humidity during use: 5 – 85% RH (without condensation)

Recording:
Recording format: DVD: DVD-Video
HDD: VOB FILE
Recordable discs: DVD-R
DVD-RW
Video recording format:
Sampling frequency: 13.5 MHz
Compression: MPEG
Audio recording format:
Sampling frequency: 48 kHz
Compression format: Dolby Digital and Linear PCM (non-compressed)
Recording time
DVD-R/RW (manual rate) : About 1 – 6 hours
HDD (manual rate): About 23 – 100 hours

Playback:
Playable discs: DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW (CD-R, CD-RW, and CD-ROM are supported for
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Video input:
Composite: BNC x 1, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
S-VIDEO: 4-pin mini DIN x 1
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
C: 0.265 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.300 Vp-p (PAL), 75 Ω
Component: BNC x 3
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
B-Y: 0.486/0.700 Vp-p selectable (NTSC), 0.525 Vp-p (PAL), 75 Ω (with 75% color bar)
R-Y: 0.486/0.700 Vp-p selectable (NTSC), 0.525 Vp-p (PAL), 75 Ω (with 75% color bar)

Video Output:
Composite: BNC x 1, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
S-VIDEO: 4P mini DIN x 1
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
C: 0.265 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.300 Vp-p (PAL), 75 Ω
Component: BNC x 3
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Pb: 0.648 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.700 Vp-p (PAL), 75 Ω
Pr: 0.648 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.700 Vp-p (PAL), 75 Ω

Audio input:
L, R: unbalanced: Pin jack x 2, 2 Vrms (0 dBfs), 22 kΩ (or more)
CH1 (L), CH2 (R): balanced: XLR (female) x 2, +4 dBu, 600 Ω

Audio output:
L, R: unbalanced: Pin jack x 2, 2 Vrms (0 dBfs), 1.5 kΩ (or less)
Frequency response: 4 Hz to 22 kHz (DVD fs: 48 kHz)
S/N ratio: More than 80 dB
Distortion (THD+N): Less than 0.02 %
CH1 (L), CH2 (R): balanced: XLR (male) x 2, 0 dBu, 600 Ω load, low-impedance
Frequency response: 4 Hz to 22 kHz (DVD fs: 48 kHz)
S/N ratio: More than 80 dB
Distortion (THD+N): Less than 0.02 %
Digital: unbalanced: Pin jack x 1, 0.5 Vp-p, 75 Ω

External Sync Input:

BNC x 2, black burst, 0.286 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.300 Vp-p (PAL), 75 Ω (ON/OFF)

Other:
DV input/output: 4 pin (i.Link/IEEE 1394 compatible) x 1
LTC input: BNC x 1, 0.5 – 8 Vp-p, 3 kΩ
Remote input: D-sub 9-pin (female) RS-422A compatible x 1 (Inch threads)
Remote output: D-sub 9-pin (female) RS-422A compatible x 1 (Inch threads)
UPS control: D-sub 9-pin (male) RS-232C compatible x 1 (Inch threads)
VGA output: Mini D-sub 15-pin (female) x 1 (Inch threads)
Mouse/keyboard connectors: 4P type A (USB 2.0 compatible) x 4
Ethernet: 8P type (IEEE802.3 compatible, category 5) x 1

Accessories:
Remote control unit: 1
AA batteries: 2
Air filter replacement set: 1
Power cord: 1
Warranty: 1
Operating Instructions: 1

¶ Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.

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Language Code List
Language/Langue Code Language/Langue Code Language/Langue Code
Japanese/japonais ( ja ) 1001 Hausa ( ha ) 0801 Quechua ( qu ) 1721
English/anglais ( en ) 0514 Hindi ( hi ) 0809 Rhaeto-Romance ( rm ) 1813
French ( fr ) 0618 Croatian (hr ) 0818 Kirundi ( rn ) 1814
German ( de ) 0405 Hungarian ( hu ) 0821 Romanian ( ro ) 1815
Italian ( it ) 0920 Armenian ( hy ) 0825 Kinyarwanda ( rw ) 1823
Spanish ( es ) 0519 Interlingua ( ia ) 0901 Sanskrit ( sa ) 1901
Dutch ( nl ) 1412 Interlingue ( ie ) 0905 Sindhi ( sd ) 1904
Russian ( ru ) 1821 Inupiak ( ik ) 0911 Sangho ( sg ) 1907
Chinese ( zh ) 2608 Indonesian ( in ) 0914 Serbo-Croatian ( sh ) 1908
Korean ( ko ) 1115 Icelandic ( is ) 0919 Sinhalese ( si ) 1909
Greek ( el ) 0512 Hebrew ( iw ) 0923 Slovak ( sk ) 1911
Afar ( aa ) 0101 Yiddish ( ji ) 1009 Slovenian ( sl ) 1912
Abkhazian ( ab ) 0102 Javanese ( jw ) 1023 Samoan ( sm ) 1913
Afrikaans ( af ) 0106 Georgian ( ka ) 1101 Shona ( sn ) 1914
Amharic ( am ) 0113 Kazakh ( kk ) 1111 Somali ( so ) 1915
Arabic ( ar ) 0118 Greenlandic ( kl ) 1112 Albanian ( sq ) 1917
Assamese ( as ) 0119 Cambodian ( km ) 1113 Serbian ( sr ) 1918
Aymara ( ay ) 0125 Kannada ( kn ) 1114 Siswati ( ss ) 1919
Azerbaijani ( az ) 0126 Kashmiri ( ks ) 1119 Sesotho ( st ) 1920
Bashkir ( ba ) 0201 Kurdish ( ku ) 1121 Sundanese ( su ) 1921
Byelorussian ( be ) 0205 Kirghiz ( ky ) 1125 Swedish ( sv ) 1922
Bulgarian ( bg ) 0207 Latin ( la ) 1201 Swahili ( sw ) 1923
Bihari ( bh ) 0208 Lingala (ln ) 1214 Tamil ( ta ) 2001
Bislama ( bi ) 0209 Laothian ( lo ) 1215 Telugu ( te ) 2005
Bengali ( bn ) 0214 Lithuanian ( lt ) 1220 Tajik ( tg ) 2007
Tibetan ( bo ) 0215 Latvian ( lv ) 1222 Thai ( th ) 2008
Breton ( br ) 0218 Malagasy ( mg ) 1307 Tigrinya ( ti ) 2009
Catalan ( ca ) 0301 Maori ( mi ) 1309 Turkmen ( tk ) 2011
Corsican ( co ) 0315 Macedonian ( mk ) 1311 Tagalog ( tl ) 2012
Czech ( cs ) 0319 Malayalam ( ml ) 1312 Setswana ( tn ) 2014
Welsh ( cy ) 0325 Mongolian ( mn ) 1314 Tonga ( to ) 2015
Danish ( da ) 0401 Moldavian ( mo ) 1315 Turkish ( tr ) 2018
Bhutani ( dz ) 0426 Marathi ( mr ) 1318 Tsonga ( ts ) 2019
Esperanto ( eo ) 0515 Malay ( ms ) 1319 Tatar ( tt ) 2020
Estonian ( et ) 0520 Maltese ( mt ) 1320 Twi ( tw ) 2023
Basque ( eu ) 0521 Burmese ( my ) 1325 Ukrainian ( uk ) 2111
Persian ( fa ) 0601 Nauru ( na ) 1401 Urdu ( ur ) 2118
Finnish ( fi ) 0609 Nepali ( ne ) 1405 Uzbek ( uz ) 2126
Fiji ( fj ) 0610 Norwegian ( no ) 1415 Vietnamese ( vi ) 2209
Faroese ( fo ) 0615 Occitan ( oc ) 1503 Volapük ( vo ) 2215
Frisian ( fy ) 0625 Oromo ( om ) 1513 Wolof ( wo ) 2315
Irish ( ga ) 0701 Oriya ( or ) 1518 Xhosa ( xh ) 2408
Scots-Gaelic ( gd ) 0704 Panjabi ( pa ) 1601 Yoruba ( yo ) 2515
Galician ( gl ) 0712 Polish ( pl ) 1612 Zulu ( zu ) 2621
Guarani ( gn ) 0714 Pashto, Pushto ( ps ) 1619
Gujarati ( gu ) 0721 Portuguese ( pt ) 1620

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Country Code List
Country Code
Philippines ( ph ) 1608
Portugal ( pt ) 1620
Russian Federation ( ru ) 1821
Singapore ( sg ) 1907
Spain ( es ) 0519
Sweden ( se ) 1905
Switzerland ( ch ) 0308
Taiwan ( tw ) 2023
Thailand ( th ) 2008
United Kingdom ( gb ) 0702
USA ( us ) 2119
Argentina ( ar ) 0118
Australia ( au ) 0121
Austria ( at ) 0120
Belgium ( be ) 0205
Brazil ( br ) 0218
Canada ( ca ) 0301
Chile ( cl ) 0312
China ( cn ) 0314
Denmark ( dk ) 0411
Finland ( fi ) 0609
France ( fr ) 0618
Germany ( de ) 0405
Hong Kong ( hk ) 0811
India ( in ) 0914
Indonesia ( id ) 0904
Italy ( it ) 0920
Japan ( jp ) 1016
Korea, Republic of ( kr ) 1118
Malaysia ( my ) 1325
Mexico ( mx ) 1324
Netherlands ( nl ) 1412
New Zealand ( nz ) 1426
Norway ( no ) 1415
Pakistan ( pk ) 1611

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