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28 Digital-/USB recording to hard disk
Fineo and Topas TV sets are equipped with an internal hard
disk at the factory. It is possible to connect an external hard
disk (not included with the TV set) to a USB port on all TV
sets.
PVR
(
P
ersonal
V
ideo
R
ecording) makes it possible to record TV or
radio programmes to an external hard disk or suitable USB storage
device using the USB port (USB recording).
For PVR recordings to an external hard disk that is connected to
the USB port, record and playback functions are possible
simultaneously. While a programme is being recorded, you have the
possibility of playing back an already-recorded programme at the
same time.
An
EPG
(
E
lectronic
P
rogramme
G
uide) is available for recording TV
programmes with your PVR.
External hard disks allow for a large number of recordings, which
can be managed using a Recordings archive. You can equip the
recordings with a deletion protection. Parental control can be set for
each
individual recording.
We recommend using external hard disks as USB storage
devices.
Memory sticks
can only be used to a limited extent. There are two
reasons for this: First, they must have sufficient storage capacity for
recording programmes (min. 8 GB). Second, they must have
minimum read and write speeds.
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28.1 Hard disk instructions
Hard disk drive
A hard disk drive is very sensitive. The hard disk may fail if it is used
improperly or in an unsuitable environment. Indications of this are if
the playback is unexpectedly blocked and noticeable mosaics
appear in the picture, among other things.
If the hard disk drive fails, playback of recordings is impossible. In
such a case, please contact your specialist dealer.
Important recordings on the hard disk
The hard disk is not intended to serve as a permanent memory for
your recordings. Data and/or recordings that are important to the
user should also be backed up on an external storage medium,
a DVD for example.
METZ cannot assume any liability for recorded material that is lost or
damaged as a result of a malfunction or disruption of the hard disk,
whether directly or indirectly.
Installation and handling
• Do not subject the TV set to shocks or vibrations, especially if the
TV set is in operation.
• Place the TV set on an even, stable surface that is free of
vibrations.
• Do not cover or block the cooling vents or other ventilation
openings on external hard disk devices or the TV set.
• Do not set up the TV set in places where it can get very hot or moist
or where the TV set is exposed to rapid temperature changes.
