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• This unit can play back DVD±R discs recorded and
finalized with a Samsung DVD video recorder. It may
not be able to play some DVD±R discs depending
on the disc and the condition of the recording.
DVD-RW Disc Playback and Recording
• Recording and playback can be performed on DVD-
RW discs in both the Video and VR Modes.
• Once a DVD-RW recorded in VR Mode or Video mode
is finalized, you cannot perform additional recording.
• Once a DVD-RW recorded in Video Mode is finalized,
it becomes DVD-Video.
• In both modes, playback can be performed before and
after finalization, but additional recording, deleting and
editing can not be performed after finalization.
• If you want to record the disc in VR Mode and then
record in V Mode, be sure to execute Format.
Be careful when executing Format because all the
recorded data may be lost.
• For an unused disc, a message that asks whether to
initialize a disc or not. If you select “Yes”, disc will be
formatted in VR mode.
• DVD-RW (VR mode)
- This is a format that is used for recording data on a
DVD-RW disc. You can record multiple titles, edit,
delete, partial delete, create a playlist, etc.
- A disc that is recorded in this mode will not play in
standard DVD players.
• DVD-RW (Video mode)
- This is a format that is used for recording data on a
DVD-RW or DVD-R disc. The disc can be played by
an existing DVD player once it has been finalized.
- If a disc that has been recorded in Video Mode by
a different maker’s recorder but has not been
finalized, it cannot be played or additionally be
recorded by this recorder.
DVD+RW Disc Playback and Recording
• With DVD+RW discs, there is no difference between
DVD-Video format (Video mode) and DVD-Video
Recording format (VR mode).
• You can make your own chapters on DVD+RWs and
edit them using the Chapter Edit menu.
• Finalizing is generally unnecessary when using a
DVD+RW disc.
DVD-RAM Disc Playback and Recording
• For cartridge type DVD-RAM discs, remove the
cartridge and use the disc only.
• Ensure that the recording mode is set to VR mode.
Otherwise, this product will not be able to play the
recording.
• You cannot play a DVD-RAM in most DVD players
due to compatibility issues.
• Only DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0 discs can be
played in this unit.
• DVD-RAM recorded on this unit may not work with
other DVD Players. To determine compatibility with
these DVD-RAM discs, refer to the user’s manual for
the player.
Protection
This DVD Recorder can allow you to protect the contents of
your discs, as described below.
• Program-protection: See page 79 “Locking a Title”
• Disc-protection: See page 94 “Disc Protection”
✻ DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs that are incompatible
with the DVD-VIDEO format cannot be played with this
product.
✻ For more information on DVD recording compatibility,
consult your DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R manufacturer.
✻ Use of poor quality DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs may
cause following unexpected problems including, without
limitation, recording failure, loss of recorded or edited
materials or damage to the recorder.
Do not use the following discs!
• LD, CD-G, CD-I, CD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs should not
be used in this product.
• Some commercial discs and DVD discs purchased outside
your region may not be playable with this product. When
these discs are played, either “No Disc." or "The disc cannot
be played. Please check the regional code of the disc." will
be displayed.
• If your DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc is an illegal copy or
is not in DVD video format, it may also not be playable.
• A 8X speed DVD+RW or greater disc can be played, but
maximum recording speed is 4X.
• Not all brands of discs will be compatible with this unit.
• The latest firmware upgrade to improve recording & playback
quality can be downloaded from our web site. (Download
Center at www.samsung.com)
• If disc compatibility problems continue, or there is an issue
upgrading your recorder, contact the Call Center at 1-800-
SAMSUNG.
COPY PROTECTION
• Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because
of this, you should only connect your DVD Recorder directly
to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a
distorted picture from copy-protected DVD discs.
• This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by methods claims of certain
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned
by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use
of this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Disc compatibility
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