OWNER’S MANUAL Digital & Analog DVD Recorder/VCR

OWNER’S MANUALDigital & Analog DVDrecorder/VCR player combiPlease read this manual carefully before operatingyour set and retain it for future reference.RC689DP/NO : MFL65225520www.lg.com

Getting Started3Safety InformationCAUTIONCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NOUSER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.This lightning flash with arrowheadsymbol within an equilateraltriangle is intended to alert theuser to the presence of uninsulateddangerous voltage within theproduct’s enclosure that may be ofsufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electricshock to persons.The exclamation point within anequilateral triangle is intendedto alert the user to the presenceof important operating andmaintenance (servicing)instructions in the literature accompanying theproduct.WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAINOR MOISTURE.WARNING: Do not install this equipment in aconfined space such as a book case or similar unit.CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings.Install in accordance with the manufacturer’sinstructions.Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided forventilation and to ensure reliable operation of theproduct and to protect it from over heating. Theopenings shall be never be blocked by placingthe product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similarsurface. This product shall not be placed in a builtin installation such as a bookcase or rack unlessproper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’sinstruction has been adhered to.CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System.To ensure proper use of this product, please readthis owner’s manual carefully and retain it for futurereference. Shall the unit require maintenance,contact an authorized service center.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance ofprocedures other than those specified herein mayresult in hazardous radiation exposure.To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not tryto open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation whenopen. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.CAUTION concerning the Power CordMost appliances recommend they be placed upona dedicated circuit;That is, a single outlet circuit which powers onlythat appliance and has no additional outlets orbranch circuits. Check the specification page of thisowner’s manual to be certain. Do not overload walloutlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damagedwall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, ordamaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous.Any of these conditions could result in electricshock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of yourappliance, and if its appearance indicates damageor deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of theappliance, and have the cord replaced with anexact replacement part by an authorized servicecenter. Protect the power cord from physical ormechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked,pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Payparticular attention to plugs, wall outlets, andthe point where the cord exits the appliance. Todisconnect power from the mains, pull out themains cord plug. When installing the product,ensure that the plug is easily accessible.1Getting StartedRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN

4Getting StartedThis device is equipped with a portable battery oraccumulator.1Getting StartedSafety way to remove the battery or thebattery from the equipment: Remove theold battery or battery pack, follow the stepsin reverse order than the assembly. To preventcontamination of the environment and bring onpossible threat to human and animal health, theold battery or the battery put it in the appropriatecontainer at designated collection points. Donot dispose of batteries or battery together withother waste. It is recommended that you uselocal, free reimbursement systems batteries andaccumulators. The battery shall not be exposed toexcessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the directsun light.CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed towater (dripping or splashing) and no objects filledwith liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on theapparatus.yy The appliance is not intended for use byyoung children or infirm persons withoutsupervision.yy Young Children should be supervised toensure that they do not play with appliance.yy If the appliance is supplied from a cordextension set or an electrical portable outletdevice, the cord extension set on electricalportable outlet device must be positioned sothat it is not subject to splashing or ingress ofmoisture.Notes on Copyrightsyy Recording equipment should be used only forlawful copying and you are advised to checkcarefully what is lawful copying in the areain which you are making a copy. Copying ofcopyright material such as films or music isunlawful unless permitted by a legal exceptionor consented to by the rights owner.yy This product incorporates copyright protectiontechnology that is protected by U.S. patentsand other intellectual property rights. Use ofthis copyright protection technology must beauthorized by Rovi Corporation, and is intendedfor home and other limited viewing uses onlyunless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation.Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.yy CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALLHIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLYCOMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAYCAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THEPICTURE. IN CASE OF 625 PROGRESSIVE SCANPICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDEDTHAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTIONTO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IFTHERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SETCOMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 625p UNITPLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICECENTRE

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6Table of ContentsTable of ContentsGetting Started388888910101011121313Safety InformationIntroduction– About the “7” Symbol Display– Symbols Used in this Manual– Supplied Accesorries– What is SIMPLINK?– Recordable Discs– Recommended recordable DVD discs– Playable Discs– Regional Code– File compatibilityRemote controlFront panelRear g to Your TV– Antenna connection to your TV andthis unit– HDMI Connection– Component Video ConnectionConnecting to an Amplifier– Connecting to an Amplifier via DigitalAudio Output– Connecting to an Amplifier via 2Channel Audio Output– Accessory Audio/Video (A/V)Connections to Recorder– Connecting a Digital CamcorderUSB device connection– Playback content in the USB device– Compatible USB Flash DriveAuto Set UpSystem Setting21212122222224242627283031333333Home Menu OverviewGeneral Settings– Adjust the Setup Settings– Auto Programming– Manual Channel Add– Program Edit– Auto Clock Set– Manual Clock SetLanguage SettingsAudio SettingsLock SettingsRecording SettingsDisc SettingsNetwork Settings– Software Update– System 47474849495152General Explanation of On-Screen Display– Displaying Information WhileWatching TV– Displaying Information on-screenTV Viewing– Viewing the EPG (ElectronicProgramme Guide)– Program SelectionPlaying a DVD– Playback Setup– General FeaturesPlaying a VCR– Preparation– Normal Playback– Playing a DivX Movie Disc– Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMADisc– Viewing a JPEG FileDVD Recording– DVD Recording– Basic Recording from a TV– Instant Timer Recording– Timer Recording– Recording from External ComponentsDVD Editing

Table of Contents525360606061– Title List and Chapter List MenuOverview– VR Mode: Original and Playlist EditingDubbing– Dubbing from VCR to DVD– Recording from DV Input– Recording from a Digital g– General– Resetting the unit– Playback– Recording– HDMIAppendix656566676869717171Controlling a TV with the SuppliedRemote Co

a personal computer or other DVD recorder, you cannot format the disc using this recorder. So if you want to use the disc on this recorder, you must format the disc using the original recorder., Note Playable Discs DVD-VIDEO (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Discs such as movies that can be purchased or re