Sony MPEG4 Video Recorder User Manual
Preface
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of the manufacturer.
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Copyright© 2005. All Rights Reserved.
Safety Information
Please read the following safety instructions, and keep the user manual for later
reference.
• Use only the power adapter supplied with the product.
• Do not place the product near any source of heat or expose it to direct sunlight.
• Do not attempt to connect any computer accessory or electronic product without instruction from qualified service personnel. It may result in risk of electric
shock.
• Do not expose the product to moisture. Never spill any liquids on the product.
• Do not place the product in regions with extreme temperatures.
Routine care
Wipe the product with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive powders or solvents, such as
benzene or thinner. When you leave the product unused for a long time, unplug the
AC adapter from the outlet.
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Table of Contents
1 Overview
Features ................................................................................................ 1
Package contents .................................................................................. 2
About the MPEG-4 recorder .................................................................. 3
Front view ..................................................................................... 3
Rear view ........................................................... ... .. ..................... 3
About the remote control ....................................................................... 4
2 Getting started
Installing the remote control battery ...................................................... 7
Inserting the Memory Card .................................................................... 8
Inserting the MS,MMC, SD series Memory Card .................................. 9
Connecting to a TV (viewing only) ....................................................... 10
Connecting to a TV, DVD player, VCR or camcorder (recording) ....... 10
Connecting power ............................................................................... 11
Turning the MPEG-4 recorder on ........................................................ 11
3 Using the MPEG-4 Recorder
Viewing pictures .................................................................................. 13
Displaying images .......................................................... .. .......... 13
Photo menu ........................................................... .. ... .. .............. 14
Slideshow ............................................................................. 14
Background music ................................................................ 15
Delete Files .............. ... .................................. ........................ 15
Listening to music ................................................................................ 16
Playing audio .............................................................................. 16
Music menu ................................................................................17
Repeat .......................... .......................................... .............. 17
Delete ................................................................................... 17
Watching videos ...... .. ... ................................................................. ...... 18
Playing videos ............................................................................ 18
Video menu ..................................... ........................................... 19
Repeat .......................... .......................................... .............. 19
Delete Files .............. ... .................................. ........................ 19
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Recording video .................................................................................. 20
Simple record ............................................................................. 20
Recorder menu .......................................................................... 20
Resolution ..................... .......................................................... ... 20
Notice .......................... .......................................... ..................... 21
Quality ......................... .......................................... ..................... 2 1
Quick setup ................................................................................ 21
Timer record ............................................................................... 22
Programs ................. .......................................... ................... 22
Start and Stop Times ............................................................ 22
Frequency ..................... ........... ........ .......... ........... .......... ...... 22
Auto record .............................................. ... ... ............................. 23
Storage ....................................................................................... 23
Selecting the right recording resolution setting ......................... 24
Setup menu ..........................................................................................26
Date and Time ...................................................................... 26
Language .............................................................................. 26
Format Disk .......................................................................... 27
TV Output ............................................................................. 27
Upgrade Device Firmware .................................................... 27
Factory Reset ......................................................... .............. 27
File browsing .......................... .................................. ........................... 28
Data management menu ................................... ......................... 28
Copy ........................ ............................................................. 29
Delete ................................................................................... 29
Other applications .................................................................. ............. 30
I. Sony PSP ...... ... ... ............................................................... 30
II. Video i-POD ...................................................................... 31
III. Nintendo Game Boy Micro .............................................. 37
IV. Mobile phone............................................ ... ..................... 39
V. PDA Smartphone ................................................... .......... 39
4 Appendix
FCC Certification ....... .................................. .................................. ...... 41
CE Notice (European Union) ............................................................... 42
Troubleshooting ............ ............. .......... ............. .............. ............. ........ 43
Specifications ...................................................................................... 44
Firmware Upgrade Instructions ........................................................... 46
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1. Overview
Congratulations on purchasing the MPEG-4 Personal Video
Recorder. Now you can enjoy quality multimedia anywhere you go
and record your favorite video programs from a variety of video
sources. The MPEG-4 recorder also plays back your favorite
audio tracks, displays image files, and provides rich video clips for
your Sony PSP with its recording format support.
Refer to this user manual for detailed descriptions about the product and instructions for using it.
Features
The MPEG-4 recorder allows you to:
• display images (jpg, gif, and bmp formats)
• play audio files (mp3 and wma formats)
• play videos (ASF, AVI, MP4 formats)
• record video from a TV, DVD, VCR or camcorder
A Compact Flash Card or a Memory Stick Duo Card may be
installed in the recorder for storage.
Package contents
MPEG-4 recorder
Power Adapter
Remote Control
Package contents
Component cables (x2) User Manual
STORAGE
User Manual
NTSC
A
B
PAL
DISPLAY
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About the MPEG-4 recorder
Refer to the following sections for information about the hardware
components of the recorder.
Front view
Recording LED (
Red)
About the MPEG-4 recorder
Rear view
Power LED
(Green )
IR
CF Card Slot
Receiver
DC 5V
AV OUT
DC Power AV Out AV In
AV IN
Memory
Stick SD MMC
Slot
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About the remote control
Icon Description
1. Turns on the power
2.
Switches between NTSC and
PAL system
3. Increases the volume
4. Enters the setting menu
About the remote control
5. Decreases the volume
6. Scrolls left
7. Mutes all sound
8. Zooms out
9.
10.
11.
12.
Start to record and stop
recording
Rewinds playback of video
and audio files
Switches between CF card
and Memory Stick Duo.
Turn on and off the on screen
display
NTSC
A
B
STORAGE
PAL
DISPLAY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
4
About the remote control
STORAGE
DISPLAY
NTSC
A
B
PAL
Icon Description
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13. Returns to the top menu
14
15
16
14.
17
18
15. Returns to the previous menu
19
20
21
16. Scrolls up
22
23
24
17. Scrolls right
18.
Repeats playback of selected
audio/video file.
Confirms selection of menu
item
19. Zooms in
20. Scrolls down
21.
22.
23.
24.
Fast Forwards playback of
video and audio files
Plays or pauses playback of
photo, video and audio
Plays the next photo, video and
audio files
Plays the previous photo, video
and audio files
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2. Getting started
This chapter describes the preliminary steps required to set up the
recorder and how to make connections before starting to use the
device.
Installing the remote control battery
Follow these instructions to insert the remote control battery:
1. Push in the clip at the side of the battery holder.
2. Pull battery holder out.
3. Insert the battery as shown, while noting the correct polarity.
4. Push battery holder and snap it in place.
Inserting the memory Card
Notes:
Push the CF card or Hitachi 1" Micro
Drive into the CF card slot until it is firmly
in place.
T o remove the card, grip the CF card and
pull gently.
Inserting the memory Card
CF
Notes:
To utilize the Hitachi 1"Micro Drive with recorder, we
suggest the 1" Micro Drive shall be formatted by
recorder first.(See Page26) This is to make sure the
1"Micro Drive has been formatted in FAT16 method and
can be recognized by recorder for further application.
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Inserting the MS, MMC,SD series memory card.
Push the card into the card slot until it is
firmly in place. Ensure the front side of
card is face down.
To remove the card, grip the card and pull
gently.
CF
INSERT
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor
Inserting the MS, MMC,SD series memory card.
RS-MMC
Lock
microSD/TransFlash
to SD Adapter
MB
128
1.0
GB
LOCK
Adapter
MMC
mobile
MB
512
2.0
GB
GB
1.0
PUSHPUSH
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Connecting to a TV (viewing only)
Notes:
Connect the A/V connectors (red,
white, and yellow) of the A/V cable,
to the corresponding input connectors on the TV. Connect the other
end to the AV Out socket at the
back of the recorder.
Connecting to a TV (viewing only)
Connecting to a TV, DVD player, VCR or cam-
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Connect the A/V connectors (red, white, and yellow) of the A/V
cable to the corresponding output connectors on the TV set, DVD
player, VCR, or camcorder. Connect the other end to the AV In
socket at the back of the recorder. Connect the second A/V cable
to the AV Out socket as described in the previous section.
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Connecting power
Connect the power adaptor to the
DC-in socket on the rear panel of the
recorder. Plug the other end of the
adaptor into a power outlet.
Turning the MPEG-4 recorder on
Once the recorder is plugged in, the green power LED turns on.
Press the button on the remote and the system turns on.
Press the button again to turn off the recorder.
Connecting power
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3. Using the MPEG-4 Recorder
Now that you have set up the recorder, you are ready to start
using it to view your favorite images, listen to audio tracks, watch
videos, and record videos. This chapter provides detailed instructions for these tasks and for using the OSD (On Screen Display)
menu.
Viewing pictures
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PHOTO
The recorder is able to display.JPG, .GIF and .BMP image file formats.
Displaying images
To display still images:
1. Highlight the Photo menu using the keys
2. Press to access the file list.
3. Use the keys to highlight the required file and press to play the file.
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