The DVR-510H/DVR-520H Service Remote (GGF1381) can be used in conjunction with the Service Manual (RRV2963) to access special service-related menus on the DVR. Also, the harddrive in the DVR can be replaced/updated by using the Pioneer DVD Recorder Data Disc (GGV1179). Note that using the GGF1381 Service Remote incorrectly on the DVR can possibly brick the unit! DO NOT POINT THE SERVICE REMOTE AT THE DVR AND GUESS OR BUTTON MASH - BUY THE PIONEER SERVICE MANUAL! Pioneer DVR-520H Harddrive Update Procedure ------------------------------------------ 1. Change HD. 2. Power ON (you will get an error message on screen about hardware - Don't panic at this stage). 3. Confirmation of the CPRM ID No. as follows: press ESC then STEREO, take a note of the 9 digit number, you will need it later( same No. is on the back of recorder), Exit this mode by pressing CLEAR. 4. Deletion of the CPRM ID No.: press ESC+STEREO, input the same number as the ID number and press STOP (this happens on the LED display, not on the TV). 5. Input of the CPRM ID No. and ID data: press ESC+STEREO, input 9-digit ID number (again, this is on the LED display) then press SEARCH to register ID, after this recorder's display indicates "INSERT ID", open drawer with recorder's OPEN/CLOSE button and insert ID disc, close. After recorder's display indicates "ID DATA OK" press CLEAR button. 6. Power down and then up again. Go to setup menu and initialize drive. Thanks to canon10d for the above harddrive update instructions! See: http://www.videohelp.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=1307015#1307015
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