Sony RDR-GX257 User Manual

3-876-081-12(1)

DVD Recorder

Operating Instructions

RDR-GX257

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servi cing to qualified personnel only. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this DVD recorder is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

CAUTION

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This label is located on the laser protective housing inside the enclosure.

enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPENS.

FFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)

For customers in the U.S.A

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. RDR-GX257

Serial No.______________

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

b Note

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving

antenna.

– Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet

on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

Precaution

Install this system so that the mains lead (the power cord) can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.

Precautions

On safety

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• The recorder is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the recorder itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use the recorder for a long time, be sure to disconnect the recorder from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

On placement

• Pla ce the recorder in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the recorder.

• Do not place the recorder on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes.

• Do not place the recorder in a confined space such as a bookshelf or similar unit.

• Do not place the recorder in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

• Do not place the recorder in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.

• Keep the recorder and discs away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the recorder.

• To pre vent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

On recording

Make trial recordings bef ore making the actual recording.

On compensation for lost recordings

Sony is not liable and will not compensate for any lost recordings or relevant losses, including when recordings are not made due to reasons including recorder failure, or when the contents of a recording are lost or damaged as a result of recorder failure or repair undertaken to the recorder. Sony will not restore, recover, or replicate the recorded contents under any circumstances.

Copyrights

• Television programs, films, video tapes, discs, and other materials may be copyrighted. Una uthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmitter and/or program owner.

• Recording equipment should be used only for lawful copying and you are advised to check carefully what is lawful copying in the area in which you are making a copy. Copying of copyright material such as films or music is unlawful unless permitted by a legal exception or consented to by the rights owner.

• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Copy guard function

Since the recorder has a copy guard function, programs received through an external tuner (not supplied) may contain copy protection signals (copy guard function) and as such may not be recordable, depending on the type of signal.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This recorder is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or onscreen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma display panels and projection televisions are especially susceptible to this.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near

water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation

openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose

of the polarized or groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from

being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/

accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during

lightning storms or when unuse d for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified

service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has be en spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

About this manual

• In this manual, “disc” is used as a general reference for DVDs or CDs unless otherwise specified by the text or illustrations.

• Icons, such as , listed at the top of each explanation indicate what kind of media c an be used with the function being explained. For details, see “Recordable and Playable Discs” on page 74.

• Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the recorder if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote.

• The on- screen display illustrations used in this manual may not match the graphics displayed on your TV screen.

• The explanations regarding DVDs in this manual refer to DVDs created on this recorder. The explanations do not apply to DVDs that are created on other recorders and played back on this recorder.

DVD

Table of Contents

WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Hookups and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Hooking Up the Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Step 1: Connecting the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords/HDMI Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Step 4: Connecting the Mains Lead (Power Cord) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Step 5: Preparing the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Step 6: Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Connecting a VCR or Similar Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Connecting to a Satellite or Digital Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Connecting the USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Using the System Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Inserting and Formatting a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Recording a Program to a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Viewing the Recorded Program (Title List) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Checking the Playback Information and Playing Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Changing the Name of a Recorded Program (Title Input) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Labeling and Protecting a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Playing a DVD on Other Equipment (Finalize) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Before Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Timer Recording From Connected Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Checking/Changing/Canceling Timer Settings (Timer List) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Recording Without the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Recording From a VCR or Similar Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Playing Music CDs and MP3 Audio Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Playing JPEG Image Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Erasing and Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Before Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Erasing and Editing Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Editing a Title by Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Editing a Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

DV Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Before DV Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the DV IN Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Dubbing From a DV/Digital8 Format Tape to a DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Using the Setup Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Recorder Settings (General) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Parental Control Settings (Lock) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Recording Settings (Video) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Disc Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Resetting the Recorder (Factory Set) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Area Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Notes About This Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Notes on MP3 Audio Tracks, JPEG Image Files, and i.Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Guide to Parts and Controls

For more information, see the pages in parentheses.

Remote

123

456

789

A [/1 (on/standby) (18)

Turns the recorder on or off.

B CH (channel) +/–

The buttons are not operable for this model.

C INPUT (input select) (41)

Selects an input source.

D CLEAR (37) E THUMBNAIL (28)

Selects a favorite scene for the title’s thumbnail picture.

F SYSTEM MENU (25)

TOP MENU (42)/TITLE LIST (28)

TIMER (36)

G DISPLAY (30)

Displays the playing status or disc information.

H . PREV (previous)/> NEXT

(next) (44, 49)

REPLAY c/C ADVANCE

(44)

m / M (search/slow) (44) H PLAY (42, 48, 50) X PAUSE (44, 49, 50) x STOP (42, 48, 50)

The H PLAY button has a tactile dot*.

I z REC (39)

x REC STOP (36, 39)

CHAPTER MARK (56)

Creates chapters within a title.

REC MODE (27, 35, 39)

Selects the recording mode.

J TV [/1 (on/standby) (16)

TV INPUT (input select) (16)

TV VOL (volume) +/– (16)

TV CH (channel) +/– (16)

The CH + button has a tactile dot*.

K SEARCH (47)

Displays the Marker Search display.

L MARKER (47)

Marks the desired point during playback.

MENU (42)

Displays the disc’s menu.

</M/m/,/ENTER (18)

Selects a desired item.

O RETURN (18)

M SUBTITLE (44)

Selects a subtitle language.

ANGLE (44)

Changes the angles or rotates an image during slideshow.

PLAY MODE (46, 49)

ZOOM (45)

Zooms an image during playback or pause mode.

N AUDIO (44)

The AUDIO button has a tactile dot*.

O Number buttons (46)

The number 5 button has a tactile dot*.

P Z OPEN/CLOSE (26)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the

recorder.

,continued

Front panel

A [/1 (on/standby) (18)

Turns the recorder on or off.

B Disc tray (26) C Front panel display

Shows the current status of the recorder. REC: Indicates when recording is in progress. TV: Indicates when the recorder is in TV tuner mode. PM: Indicates afternoon.

: Indicates when the recorder is in timer

recording or a timer recording is programmed.

: Shows the current status of the

recorder (clock, channel, etc.).

D (remote sensor) (16) E Z (open/close) (26)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

F N (play) (42, 48, 50)

The N button has a tactile dot*.

G x (stop) (42, 48, 50) H z REC (39) I ./> (previous/next) (44) J RESOLUTION button (13)

Selects the resolution according to your TV.

K DV IN jack (59)

Connect a DV camcorder to this jack.

L USB jack (type A) (24)

Connect a USB device to this jack.

M LINE 2 IN (VIDEO/L(MONO) AUDIO R)

jacks (21)

Connect a VCR or similar recording device to these jacks.

* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the

recorder.

Rear panel

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT

YPB PR

PCM/DTS/ MPEG/

AC IN

DOLBY DIGITAL

COAXIAL VIDEO

AUDIO OUTDIGITAL OUT LINE OUT

LINE 1 IN

VIDEO

RL- AUDIO

A AC IN terminal (15) B COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(Y, PB, PR) jacks (12)

C LINE 1 IN (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks

(11, 23)

D SET TOP BOX CONTROL jack (11)

RL- AUDIO

SET TOP

BOX

CONTROL

RL- AUDIO

HDMI OUT

E HDMI OUT (high-definition

multimedia interface out) jack (12)

F LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks

(12, 14)

G AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks (14) H DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (14)

Hookups and Settings

Hooking Up the Recorder

Step 1: Connecting the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner)

Follow steps 1 to 5 to hook up the recorder, and step 6 to make the initial settings for the recorder (page 18). Do not connect the mains lead (the AC power cord) until you reach “Step 4: Connecting the Mains Lead (Power Cord)” on page 15.

b Notes

• See “Specifications” (page 81) for a list of supplied accessories.

• Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.

• Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.

• You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not have a video input jack.

• Be sure to disconnect the mains lead (the power cord) of each component before connecting.

This recorder does not include a TV tuner. To record TV programs on this recorder, you need to connect the recorder to a tuner that has audio/ video output jacks. If you have been using your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this recorder to your VCR using an audio/video cord. In this way, you will be able to record TV programs.

You cannot record on this recorder if you have: – a cable box or satellite receiver without audio/

video outputs. – cable with no cable box. – antenna only (no cable TV). In the cases above, contact your cable service or satellite service company to see if they can provide you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver.

Using the cable box/satellite receiver control function

This function allows the recorder to control a cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set top box controller. To use the cable box/satellite receiver control function, you need to connect the set top box controller (page 11). After setting up the cable box/satellite receiver control, check that the recorder can correctly control the cable box or satellite receiver (page 19).

Connecting a cable box/satellite receiver and set top box controller

Connect the LINE 1 IN jacks using an audio/video cord. With this hookup, you can record any channel on the cable box or satellite receiver. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on. To record cable or satellite programs, you need to match the input source on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE 1 IN). Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on the cable box/satellite receiver.

Wall

Set top box controller (supplied)

Antenna cable (not supplied)

to antenna input

Cable box/ satellite receiver

Audio/video cord (not supplied)

Hookups and Settings

to LINE 1 IN

AC IN

: Signal flow

PCM/DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

VIDEO OUTCOMPONENT

YPB PR

COAXIAL VIDEORL- AUDIO

AUDIO OUTDIGITAL OUT LINE OUT

LINE 1 IN

VIDEO RL- AUDIO

to SET TOP BOX

SET TOP

LINE 1 IN

SET TOP

BOX

CONTROL

RL- AUDIO

BOX

CONTROL

HDMI OUT

DVD recorder

Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cord

Select one of the following patterns, A through C, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or audio component such as an AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to view pictures.

TV, projector, or audio component

Video cord (supplied)

(green)

TV, projector, or audio component

: Signal flow

to LINE OUT (VIDEO) DVD recorder

VIDEO OUTCOMPONENT

YPB PR

PCM/DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

AC IN

COAXIAL VIDEORL- AUDIO

LINE 1 IN

VIDEO RL- AUDIO

AUDIO OUTDIGITAL OUT LINE OUT

to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

SET TOP

BOX

CONTROL

RL- AUDIO

HDMI OUT

to HDMI OUT

(red)(blue)

Component video cord (not supplied)

HDMI cord (not supplied)

(red)(blue)

TV, projector, o r audio component

A Video input jack

Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords/HDMI Cord

Select one of the following patterns, A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or audio component such as an AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to listen to sound.

[Speakers]

Rear (L)

Front (L)

Audio component with a decoder

[Speakers]

Rear (R)

Front (R)

Center

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

PCM/DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

AC IN

VIDEO RL- AUDIO

DIGITAL OUT

PCM/DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

LINE OUT

to coaxial/HDMI digital input

to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)

COAXIAL

YPB PR

COAXIAL VIDEORL- AUDIO

VIDEO OUTCOMPONENT

LINE 1 IN

VIDEO RL- AUDIO

AUDIO OUTDIGITAL OUT LINE OUT

SET TOP

BOX

CONTROL

RL- AUDIO

to LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R)

(red) (white)

(white)

Audio cord (supplied)

Subwoofer

HDMI cord (not supplied)

to HDMI OUT

HDMI OUT

DVD recorder

(red)

: Signal flow

A Digital audio input jack

If your audio component has a Dolby*1 Digital,

DTS

, or MPEG audio decoder and a digital input jack, use this connection. You can enjoy Dolby Digital (5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch), and MPEG audio (5.1ch) surround effects.

TV, projector, or audio component

B Audio L/R (left/right) input jacks

This connection will use your TV’s or audio component’s two speakers for sound.

z Hint

For correct speaker location, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected components.

b Notes

• Do not connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the LINE 1 IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to come from your TV’s speakers.

• With connection B, do not connect the LINE 1 IN (AUDIO L/R) and LINE OUT jacks to your TV’s audio output jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to come from your TV’s speakers.

• With connection A, after you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings in the [Audio] setup (page 65). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers.

• When you connect the recorder to an audio component using an HDMI cord, you will need to do one of the following: – Connect the audio component to the TV with the

HDMI cord, or

– Connect the recorder to the TV with a component

video cord.

Step 4: Connecting the Mains Lead (Power Cord)

Connect the supplied mains lead (the power cord) to the AC IN terminal of the recorder. Then plug the recorder and TV mains leads (AC power cords) into the AC outlet. After you connect the mains lead (the power cord), you must wait for

a short while before operating the recorder. You can operate the recorder once the

front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. If you connect additional equipment to this recorder (page 21), be sure to connect the mains lead (the power cord) after all connections are complete.

AC IN

to AC IN

to AC outlet

Hookups and Settings

Step 5: Preparing the Remote

You can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the recorder.

b Notes

• If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 17).

• Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. Should leakage occur, do not touch the liquid with bare hands. Observe the following: – Do not use a new battery with an old battery, or

batteries of different manufacturers. – Do not attempt to recharge the batteries. – If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended

period of time, remove the batteries. – If battery leakage occurs, wipe out any liquid inside

the battery compartment, and insert new batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor (marked on the front panel) to strong light, such as direct sunlight or a lighting apparatus. The recorder may not respond to the remote.

• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number and Command Mode may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number and Command Mode again.

Controlling TVs with the remote

You can adjust the remote’s signal to control your TV.

b Notes

• Depending on the connected unit, you may not be able to control your TV with some or all of the buttons below.

• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.

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Number buttons

TV VOL

TV CH

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TV [/1

TV INPUT

1 Hold down TV [/1 located at the bottom of

the remote.

Do not press the [/1 button at the top of the remote.

2 With TV [/1 pressed down, enter the TV’s

manufacturer code using the number buttons.

For instance, to enter “09,” press “0” then “9.” After you enter the last number, release the TV [/1 button.

Code numbers of controllable TVs

If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.

Manufacturer Code number

Sony 01 (default)

Hitachi 02

LG/Goldstar/NEC 04

Mitsubishi/MGA 13

Panasonic 19

Philips 21

Pioneer 16

RCA 10

Samsung 20

Sharp 18

Toshiba 07

The remote performs the following:

Buttons Operations

TV [/1 Turns your TV on or

off.

TV VOL +/– Adjusts the volume

of your TV.

TV CH +/– Selects the channel

on your TV.

TV INPUT Switches your TV’s

input source.

If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder

If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this recorder and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player after you have completed “Step 6: Initial Setup.”

The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote is “3.” The remote does not function if different command modes are set for the recorder and remote. Set the same command mode.

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Hookups and Settings

1 Turn off the recorder. 2 Hold down x (stop) on the recorder until

“codE” appears on the front panel display.

3 Press ./> on the recorder to select

the command mode (1, 2, or 3).

The selected command mode appears on the front panel display.

4 Hold down the remote’s ENTER and 1, 2, or

3 of the number buttons corresponding to the command mode selected in step 3, for more than three seconds.

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Changing channels of the recorder using the remote

You can change channels of the recorder using the number buttons.

Example: for channel 50 Press “5,” “0,” then press ENTER.

Step 6: Initial Setup

Make the basic adjustments by following the onscreen instructions in “Initial Setup.” Be careful not to disconnect the cables or exit the “Initial Setup” function during this procedure.

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RETURN

ENTER

TV [/1

1 Turn on the recorder and your TV. Then

switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on your TV screen.

The [LANGUAGE] display appears.

2 Select a language for the on-screen

displays using M/m, and press ENTER.

The [Clock Setting] display appears.

3 Set the date, year, and time using </M/

m/,, and press ENTER to start the clock.

You can also use the number buttons.

4 When the Initial Setup is completed, select

[Exit] and press ENTER.

If you use the cable box/satellite receiver control, make the necessary settings and check that the control works correctly (page 19).

To return to the previous step

Press O RETURN or < according to the display.

z Hint

If you want to run “Initial Setup” again, select the relevant setup items from the Setup menu (page 62).

Setting up the cable box/satellite receiver control

1 Turn on the recorder and the cable box/

satellite receiver.

2 Press SYSTEM MENU to turn on the System

Menu.

3 Select [Setup] and press ENTER.

The Setup display appears.

4 Select [Video] and press ,. 5 Select [Set-Top Box Control] and press

Disc Record Mode

DV Input

Auto Chapter

Set-Top Box Control

Set-Top Box Edit

Off

6 Select [On] and press ENTER.

The display shows the current setting for the cable box/satellite receiver control.

7 Select [Edit] and press ENTER.

The display for setting the cable box/satellite receiver control appears.

Set-Top Box Edit

Device Type

Brand

Number of Digits

ENTER Key

Key Speed

Test

Cable Box

Satellite Box

Digital Video Recorder

Other Set-Top Boxes

8 Select an option and press ENTER.

[Device Type]: Selects the type of cable box/ satellite receiver. [Brand]: Selects the brand name of cable box/ satellite receiver. Press </, to select the brand name initial and press ENTER. Then select the brand and press ENTER. [Number of Digits]: Selects the number of digits for your cable box/satellite receiver’s channel. [ENTER key]: Selects whether you need to press the ENTER button each time after entering the channel number. [Key Speed]: Selects the speed to send commands to the cable box/satellite receiver. [Test]: Checks that the control works correctly (see below).

Checking the cable box/satellite receiver control setting

1 Select [Test] in step 8 above and press

ENTER.

2 Check the overall connection and press

ENTER.

3 Check that the cable box/satellite receiver

is turned on, and press ENTER.

4 Press </, to select a code for the

recorder’s remote and press ENTER.

5 Press </M/m/, to enter a channel (any

channel), select [OK], and press ENTER.

6 Check if the same channel is selected on

the cable box/satellite receiver.

• If the same channel is not selected, return to

step 4 by pressing O RETURN repeatedly and try one of the other code(s) until you find the one that works.

7 Select [Yes] and press ENTER. 8 Select [Exit] and press ENTER to close the

display.

Hookups and Settings

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If you cannot get the recorder to control your cable box/satellite receiver

Check the settings at [Set-Top Box Control] in the [Video] setup (page 19). Check the connection and place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on the cable box/ satellite receiver (page 11). If your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with this recorder, contact your cable or satellite company to see if they can provide you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver.

To fix the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver

Once you have confirmed that the set top box controller controls your cable box or satellite receiver, affix it in place.

1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to the

set top box controller. Remove the backings on the double-sided tape.

2 Affix it so that the set top box controller is

near the remote control sensor on your cable box/satellite receiver.

Connecting a VCR or Similar Device

After disconnecting the recorder’s mains lead (the power cord) from the AC outlet, connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. Use the DV IN jack on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK jack) (page 59). See also the operating instructions supplied with the connected equipment.

Connecting to the LINE 2 IN jacks

Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 2 IN jacks of this recorder.

VCR, etc.

OUTPUT

VIDEO

AUDI O

Audio/video cord (not supplied)

Hookups and Settings

to LINE 2 IN

DVD recorder

: Signal flow

z Hint

When the connected equipment outputs only monaural sound, use audio cords that distribute monaural sounds to left/ right channels (not supplied).

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b Notes

• Do not connect the output jack of this recorder to another equipment’s input jack with the other equipment’s output jack connected to the input jack of this recorder. This may cause noise (feedback).

• Do not connect more than one type of video cord between the recorder and your TV at the same time.

• Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying cannot be recorded.

• If you pass the recorder signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on your TV screen.

DVD recorder

Be sure to connect your VCR to the DVD (digital video disc) recorder and your TV in the order shown below. To watch video tapes, watch the tapes through a second line input on your TV.

• To watch the connected VCR or similar device’s pictures through the recorder while the recorder is in standby mode, set [Power Save] to [Off] (default) in the [General] setup (page 63).

• If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead (the power cord), you will not be able to view the signals from the connected VCR.

VCR

DVD recorderVCR TV

Line input 1

Line input 2

Connecting to a Satellite or Digital Tuner

Connect a satellite or digital tuner to this recorder using the LINE 1 IN jacks. Disconnect the recorder’s mains lead (the power cord) from the AC outlet when connecting the tuner.

Satellite tuner, etc.

OUTPUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

LINE 1 IN

VIDEO RL- AUDIO

Audio/video cord (not supplied)

to LINE 1 IN

Hookups and Settings

LINE 1 IN

VIDEO RL- AUDIO

AUDIO OUTDIGITAL OUT LINE OUT

SET TOP

BOX

CONTROL

RL- AUDIO

HDMI OUT

DVD recorder

AC IN

to LINE OUT

PCM/DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

VIDEO OUTCOMPONENT

YPB PR

COAXIAL VIDEORL- AUDIO

(VIDEO/AUDIO)

VIDEO RL- AUDIO

LINE OUT

Audio cord (supplied)

INPUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

Video cord (supplied)

: Signal flow

z Hint

You do not need to turn on the recorder to view the signals from the connected tuner on your TV.

b Note

If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead (the power cord), you will not be able to view the signals from the connected tuner.

Connecting the USB Device

You can connect a USB memory to the USB jack on the recorder to play the MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the USB memory before connecting. For details about playing the inserted USB memory, see “Playing from the USB memory” on page 43.

DVD recorder

to USB jack

USB memory

b Notes

• This recorder supports only USB memory with FAT16 or FAT32 format.

• USB memory that requires additional program installation when you have connected it to a PC is not supported.

• This recorder is compatible with USB memory that supports USB 1.1.

• Some USB memory may not work with this recorder.

Basic Operation

Using the System Menu

The System Menu appears when you press SYSTEM MENU, and provides entries to the recorder’s functions. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. If necessary, select a sub option and press ENTER.

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System Menu

Media

Timer Record

Setup

Video(Title)

Photo

Music

Media (page 42) Displays the contents of a disc or USB memory. [Video (Title)]: Displays the Title List. [Photo]: Displays the Photo Album on DATA DVD, DATA CD, or USB memory. [Music]: Displays the Music Jukebox on DATA DVD, DATA CD, or USB memory.

You can select JPEG image files or MP3 audio tracks on a DATA CD/DATA DVD or USB memory. Select a file type and press ENTER. Then select a media type, [Disc] or [USB].

Timer Record (page 36) Displays the Timer List. Used to set a new timer recording for a disc, as well as change or cancel timer recordings you set.

Setup (page 62) Displays the Setup menu for setting up the recorder to suit your preferences.

Basic Operation

Inserting and Formatting a Disc

RWVR-RW

When you first insert a new disc, the recorder will ask you to format the disc. Follow the steps below to format the disc. You can also reformat a DVD+RW or DVD-RW to create a blank disc.

Z OPEN/ CLOSE

SYSTEM MENU

Video

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1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press &/1.

The recorder turns on.

3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that

the signal from the recorder appears on the TV screen.

4 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a disc on

the disc tray.

6 Press ENTER while [OK] is selected.

The recorder starts formatting the disc. The display shows the approximate time required.

• For a DVD-RW, the recorder automatically formats in Video mode. To format in VR mode, see “Reformatting a disc” below.

z Hint

For a formatted disc, you can use the disc after “REAd” disappears from the front panel display in step 5 above.

Reformatting a disc

RWVR-RW

You can erase all contents of a disc to create a blank disc. To format a new DVD-RW in VR mode, reformat the disc.

Video

1 Insert a disc. 2 Press SYSTEM MENU to turn on the System

Menu.

3 Select [Setup] and press ENTER.

The Setup display appears.

4 Select [Disc] and press ENTER. 5 Select [Format DVD] and press ENTER.

Format DVD

Finalize

Input Disc Name

Protect Disc

PBC

Start

Labeled side facing up

5 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc

tray.

After “REAd” disappears from the front panel display, the display asks for confirmation.

• For a DVD-R, the recorder automatically formats.

6 While [Start] is selected, press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation.

• For DVD-RWs, select a recording format (VR mode or Video mode) and press ENTER.

7 Select [OK] and press ENTER.

Formatting starts.

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