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DVD Recorder

Operating Instructions

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Important Information

Should you experience a problem with this recorder, please refer to the trouble shooting section on page 91. If you are unable to rectify the problem, contact the Sony Customer Information Centre on

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.

08705 111 999

(Monday-Friday from 8:30am to 6:00pm)

Please ensure you have the following information available before calling the helpline:

Date of purchase: Serial number: Model number: Post code: Detailed fault

description: Signal strength

and signal

qualit

Note:

You can check the signal strength and signal quality using the menu system of this recorder. Page 29 explains how to display the main menu on screen,and page 81 explains how to obtain the signal strength display. The serial number and the model number are located on the rear of the recorder.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments w ith 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.

CAUTION

ATTENTION

VORSICHT

ADVARSEL

VARNING

VARO!

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

Notice for customers in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland

A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked with or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

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CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM.

RADIATIONS LASER VISIBLES ET INVISIBLES DE CLASSE 3B EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. EVITER TOUTE EXPOSITION DIRECTE AU FAISCEAU. KLASSE 3B SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN GEÖFFNET. DIREKTEN KONTAKT MIT DEM STRAHL VERMEIDEN.

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING AF KLASSE 3B VED ÅBNING. UNDGÅ DIREKTE UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING I KLASSE 3B NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES. UNNGÅ DIREKTE EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.

KLASS 3B SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. UNDVIK ATT DIREKT EXPONERA DIG FÖR STRÅLNINGEN.

AVATTUNA LUOKAN 3B NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ LASERSÄTEILYÄ. VÄLTÄ SUORAA ALTISTUMISTA SÄTEELLE.

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Precautions

• This unit operates on 220 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Check that the unit’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.

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

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Precautions

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC Directive using a connection cable shorter than 3 metres.

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

• Place 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.

On recording

• Note that the contents of the recording cannot be compensated for under any and all conditions, including conditions that may arise due to a malfunction of this unit.

• Make trial recordings before making the actual recording.

Copyrights

• Television programmes, films, video tapes, discs, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized 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 programme 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, programmes 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 on-screen 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.

About this manual

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

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Table of Contents

Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Ways to Use Your DVD Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Quick Guide to Disc Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Hookups and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Hooking Up the Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Step 1: Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Step 2: Connecting the Aerial Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Step 6: Preparing the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Step 7: Easy Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Connecting a VCR or Similar Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Connecting to a Satellite or Digital Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Guide to Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using the On-Screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Using the Title List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using the “Disc Info” Screen (disc settings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Checking the Play Information and Playing Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

How to Enter Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Guide to Digital Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Programme information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Viewing a digital text service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Favourites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Before Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Timer Recording (Standard/EPG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Checking/Changing/Cancelling Timer Settings (EPG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Checking/Changing/Cancelling Timer Settings (Timer List) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Recording Without the Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec) . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Chasing Playback/Simultaneous Rec and Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Playing MP3 Audio Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

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Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Before Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Editing a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Creating and Editing a Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Using the Setup Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Aerial Reception and Language Settings (Settings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Digital TV settings (DTV Settings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Video Settings (Video) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Audio Settings (Audio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Recording and Parental Control Settings (Features) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Parental Control (Password) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Disc and Remote Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display) . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Notes About This Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Digital TV Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

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Ways to Use Your DVD Recorder

Quick access to recorded titles – Title List

, Display the Title List to see all of the titles

on the disc, including recording date, channel, recording mode and thumbnail image (page 30).

Play the beginning of a title while it is being recorded – Chasing Playback

, If you are using a DVD-RW (VR mode),

you can watch a programme from the beginning while it is being recorded (page 64).

Title List

Sort

Date Title Number

Recording

TITLE LIST

My Movies

ORIGINAL

1 AAB 13:00-14:00

Wed 5. 9 13:00 (1H00M) SP

2 DEF 20:00-21:00

Fri 17. 9 20:00 (1H00M) SLP

3 AAB 9:00-9:30

Sat 25. 9 9:00 (0H30M) EP

4 GHI 20:00-20:30

Sat 25. 9 20:00 (0H30M) SLP

1.5/4.7GB

AAB

DEF

AAB

GHI

Quick access to digital services

, An easy and convenient way to:

- View a complete list of all available channels.

- View descriptions of the programmes being broadcast now and next.

- Store your favourite channels.

- Set a programme to be recorded.

The match isn’t over yet, but I’ll start watching it from the beginning now.

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Watching one title while recording another – Simultaneous Rec and Play

, If you are using a DVD-RW (VR mode),

you can watch a previously recorded programme while recording another programme on the same disc (page 64).

Recording

I think I’ll watch yesterday’s golf match now, even though I am recording a movie.

Creating your own programme – Playlist

, Record a programme on a DVD-RW (VR

mode), then delete, move and add scenes at will to create your own, original programme (page 72).

Original

Dynamic surround sound – TVS

, Enjoy virtual surround sound effects from

just your TV’s speakers with the TV Virtual Surround settings when playing a DVD VIDEO with multichannel audio tracks such as Dolby Digital (5.1ch) (page 61).

A list of recordable and playable discs is on page 8.

Playlist

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Quick Guide to Disc Types

Recordable and playable discs

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Type

DVD+RW

VR mode

DVDRW

Video mode

DVD+R

DVD-R

Disc Logo

Icon used in this manual

Video

Formatting (new discs)

Automatically formatted

Format in VR mode (page 33)

Format in Video mode (page 33)

Automatically formatted

Compatibility with other DVD players (finalizing)

Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalized)

Playable only on VR mode compatible players (finalization unnecessary)

Playable on most DVD players (finalization necessary) (page 34)

Playable on DVD+R compatible players (finalization necessary) (page 34)

Playable on most DVD players (finalization necessary) (page 34)

Recordi

Rewrite (page 45)

Ye s

Usable disc versions (as of November 2004)

• 4x-speed or slower DVD+RWs

• 2x-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.1 with CPRM*

)

• 8x-speed or slower DVD+Rs

• 8x-speed or slower DVD-Rs (Ver.2.0)

“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” and “DVD-R,” are trademarks.

CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is a coding technology that protects copyrights for images.

Only if the recording mode is SP, HSP, or HQ, and “Line Rec Picture Size” is set to “16:9” (page 54).

Erasing titles does not free up disc space.

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Recording Features Editing Features

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zation

Rewrite (page 45)

Ye s

Auto Chapter (page 86)

Ye s

Manual Chapter (page 72)

Ye s

Record 16:9 sizes (page 54)

Ye s

Yes *

Change title name (page 69)

Ye s

Delete title (page 70)

Ye s

Yes *

A-B Erase (page 70)

Ye s

Playlist (page 72)

Ye s

Discs that cannot be recorded on

• 4x-speed compatible DVD-RWs (Ver. 1.2/4x)

• DVD-RWs (Ver. 1.0)

• DVD+RWs that are not 2.4x-speed compatible

• Dual layer discs

•8 cm discs

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Playable discs

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Type Characteristics

Disc Logo

DVD VIDEO

VIDEO CD

used in this manual

DVD

VCD

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format

Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchased

CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs created on a PC or

Icon

DATA C D

DATA CD

similar device in music format containing MP3 audio tracks

Discs that cannot be played

• All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)

• CD-Rs/CD-RWs, other than those recorded in music CD format, MP3 format, or Video CD format

• Data part of CD-Extras

• DVD-ROMs

• DVD Audio discs

• DVD-RAMs

• HD layer on Super Audio CDs

• DVD VIDEOs with a different region code (page 11)

z Hint

This DVD recorder can play 8 cm CDs and 8 cm DVDs as well.

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Note on playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs

Some playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this recorder plays DVD VIDEOs/VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also, see the instructions supplied with the DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs.

Region code (DVD VIDEO only)

Your recorder has a region code printed on the rear of the unit and will only play DVD VIDEOs (playback only) labelled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights. DVD VIDEOs labelled will also play on this

ALL

recorder. If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message “Playback prohibited by region code.” will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labelled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

RDR–XXXX

00V 00Hz

NO.

00W

Region code

0-000-000-00

Notes

• Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or CD-RWs/CD-Rs cannot be played on this recorder due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device.

• You cannot mix VR mode and Video mode on the same DVD-RW. To change the disc’s format, reformat the disc (page 33). Note that the disc’s contents will be erased after reformatting.

• You cannot shorten the time required for recording even with high-speed discs. Also, you cannot record on the disc if the disc is not 1x speed compatible.

• It is recommended that you use discs with “For Video” printed on their packaging.

• You cannot add new recordings to DVD-Rs or DVDRWs (Video mode) that contain recordings made on other DVD equipment.

• In some cases, you may not be able to add new recordings to DVD+RWs that contain recordings made on other DVD equipment. If you do add a new recording, note that this recorder will rewrite the DVD menu.

• If the disc contains PC data unrecognizable by this recorder, the data may be erased.

Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are being marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

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Hookups and Settings

Hooking Up the Recorder

Follow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder.

Notes

• 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 SCART or video input jack.

• Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each component before connecting.

Step 1: Unpacking

Check that you have the following items:

• Audio/video cord (pinplug × 3 y pinplug × 3) (1)

• Mains lead (1)

• Aerial cable (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

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Step 2: Connecting the Aerial Cable

Connect the aerial cable by following the steps below. Do not connect the mains lead until you reach “Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead” (page 19).

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to AERIAL IN

AERIAL

OUT

AERIAL

OUT

LINE 1 - TV LINE 3

LINE 4 IN DIGITAL OUT

VIDEO

AUDIORL

S VIDEO

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

LINE 2 OUT

COAXIAL

VIDEO

AUDIORL

OPTICAL

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

/ C

DVD recorder

~ AC IN

to AERIAL OUT

Aerial cable (supplied)

: Signal flow

1 Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV and connect it to AERIAL IN on the rear panel of the

recorder.

2 Connect AERIAL OUT of the recorder to the aerial input of your TV, using the supplied aerial

cable.

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Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords

Select one of the following patterns A through D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to view pictures. Audio connections are explained in “Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords” (page 17).

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

AERIAL

OUT

Audio/video cord (supplied)

to LINE 2 OUT (VIDEO)

LINE 1 - TV LINE 3

LINE 4 IN DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL

VIDEO

AUDIORL

S VIDEO

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

OPTICAL

To LINE 1 – TV

SCART cord (not supplied)

S-video cord (not supplied)

(yellow)

to LINE 2 OUT (S VIDEO)

LINE 2 OUT

VIDEO

AUDIORL

S VIDEO

(red) (blue)

Component video cord (not supplied)

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

/ C

(green)

S VIDEO

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

DVD recorder

~ AC IN

to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

INPUT

(green)

(blue)

(red)

: Signal flow

Note

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

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A Connecting to a SCART input jack

Connect using a SCART cord (not supplied) to the LINE 1-TV jack and your TV. Be sure to make the connections firmly to avoid hum and noise. See the operating instructions supplied with the TV to be connected. Also, when you set “Line1 Output” to “S Video” or “RGB” in step 9 of Easy Setup (page 24), use a SCART cord that conforms to the selected signal.

B Connecting to a video input jack

Connect the yellow plug of the audio/video cord (supplied) to the yellow (video) jack. You will enjoy standard quality images.

Yellow

White (L)

Red (R)

Yellow White (L)

Red (R)

C Connecting to an S VIDEO input

jack

Connect using an S-video cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.

D Connecting to component video

input jacks (Y, P

Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate colour reproduction and high quality images.

Green

Blue

Red

When playing “wide screen” images

Some recorded images may not fit your TV screen. To change the aspect ratio, see page 82.

B/CB, PR/CR)

Green Blue Red

If you are connecting to a VCR

Connect your VCR to the LINE 3 jack on the recorder (page 26).

Notes

• When you connect the recorder to your TV via the SCART jacks, the TV’s input source is set to the recorder automatically when you start playback. If necessary, press TV/DVD on the remote to return the input to the TV.

• For correct SMARTLINK connection, you will need a SCART cord that has the full 21 pins. Refer to your TV’s instruction manual as well for this connection.

• If you connect this recorder to a TV with SMARTLINK, set “Line1 Output” to “Video” in step 9 of Easy Setup (page 24).

About the SMARTLINK features (for SCART connections only)

If the connected TV (or other connected equipment such as a set top box) complies with SMARTLINK, NexTView Link, MEGALOGIC* CINEMALINK*

LINK* automatically runs the SMARTLINK function after you complete the connection pattern A on page 14 (the SMARTLINK indicator lights up when you turn on your TV). You can enjoy the following SMARTLINK features.

• TV Direct Rec You can easily record what you are watching on your TV (page 53).

• One Touch Play You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the TV’s input to the recorder, and start playback with one touch of the H (play) button (page 59).

• One Touch Menu You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the TV to the recorder’s channel, and display the Title List menu with one touch of the TITLE LIST button (page 59).

• One Touch Timer You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the TV to the recorder’s channel, and display the timer programming menu with one touch of the TIMER button on the remote (page 47).

• Automatic Power Off The recorder will turn off automatically if the recorder is not used after you turn off the TV.

, EASYLINK*2,

, Q-Link*3, EURO VIEW

, or T-V LINK*5, this recorder

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• One Touch EPG You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the TV to the recorder’s channel, and display the Electronic Programme Guide screen with one touch of the (EPG) button on the remote.

• EPG Title Download The recorder will automatically download and set the title of the programme being recorded from LINE 1 according to the title name displayed in the EPG of the connected TV or STB.

“MEGALOGIC” is a registered trade mark of Grundig Corporation.

“EASYLINK” and “CINEMALINK” are trademarks of Philips Corporation.

“Q-Link” is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

“EURO VIEW LINK” is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.

“T-V LINK” is a trademark of JVC Corporation.

z Hint

SMARTLINK also works with TVs or other equipment having EPG Timer Control, EPG Title Download, and Now Recording functions. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your TV or other equipment.

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Notes

• The SMARTLINK features are available only when “Video” is selected in “Line1 Output.”

• The SMARTLINK features are not available for devices connected via the DVD recorder’s LINE 3 jack.

• Not all TVs respond to the functions above.

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Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords

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

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(red)

(white)

(yellow)*

LINE 2 OUT

VIDEO

DIGITAL OUT

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

AUDIORL

AERIAL

OUT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

S VIDEO

LINE 1 - TV LINE 3

LINE 4 IN DIGITAL OUT

VIDEO

AUDIORL

to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)

Optical digital cord (not supplied)

[Speakers]

to optical digital input

Rear (L)

Audio/video cord (supplied)

to LINE 2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L)

LINE 2 OUT

COAXIAL

VIDEO

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

AUDIORL

OPTICAL

S VIDEO

(yellow)

(white)

(red)

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

/ C

DVD recorder

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

to coaxial digital input

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

~ AC IN

[Speakers]

Rear (R)

Front (L)

Front (R)

AV amplifier (receiver)

Centre

with a decoder

Subwoofer

: Signal flow

* The yellow plug is used for video signals (page 14).

z Hint

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

Note

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

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A Connecting to audio L/R input

jacks

This connection will use your TV’s or stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two speakers for sound. Connect using the audio/video cord (supplied).

Yellow

White (L)

Red (R)

• Surround effect (page 60)

TV: Dynamic, Wide, Night

Stereo amplifier (receiver): Standard, Night

Note

Do not connect the LINE 4 IN (R-AUDIO-L) and LINE 2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks to your TV’s audio output jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to come from your TV’s speakers.

Yellow White (L)

Red (R)

B Connecting to a digital audio

input jack

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1 Digital, DTS* digital input jack, use this connection. Connect using a coaxial or optical digital cord (not supplied).

Coaxial cord

Optical cord

• Surround effect Dolby Digital (5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch), MPEG audio (5.1ch)

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Notes

• After you have completed connection B, make the appropriate settings under “Audio Connection” in Easy Setup (page 22). If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio decoder function, set “MPEG” to “MPEG” in Audio Setup (page 85). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers.

• The surround sound effects of this recorder cannot be used with connection B.

, or MPEG audio decoder and a

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Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead

Connect the supplied mains lead to the AC IN terminal of the recorder. Then plug the recorder and TV mains leads (power cords) into the mains. After you connect the mains lead, 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 26), be sure to connect the mains lead after all connections are complete.

~ AC IN

to AC IN

to mains

Step 6: Preparing the Remote

You can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) 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.

Notes

• If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 21).

• Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. Do not touch the liquid with bare hands should leakage occur. 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 lighting apparatus. The recorder may not respond to the remote.

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Controlling TVs with the remote

You can adjust the remote’s signal to control your TV. If you connected the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you can use the supplied remote to control the AV amplifier’s (receiver’s) volume.

Notes

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

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

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

TV/DVD switch

"/1

Number buttons, SET/-/--

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

PROG +/–

2 +/–

t, TV/DVD

1 Slide the TV/DVD switch to TV. 2 Hold down [/1. 3 Enter your TV’s manufacturer code (see

“Code numbers of controllable TVs” below) using the number buttons.

4 Release [/1.

When the TV/DVD switch is set to TV, the remote performs the following:

[/1 Turns your TV on or off 2 (volume) +/– Adjusts the volume of your

PROG +/– Selects the programme

t (TV/video) Switches your TV’s input

Number buttons and SET, -/--*

position on your TV

source Selects the programme

position on your TV

* If you use the number buttons to select the TV’s

programme position, press -/-- followed by the number buttons for two-digit numbers.

To operate the TV/DVD button (for SCART connections only)

The TV/DVD button switches between the recorder and the last input source selected on the TV. Point your remote at the recorder when using this button. The button works even if the TV/DVD switch is set to DVD. When you connect the recorder to the TV via the SCART jacks, the input source for the TV is set to the recorder automatically when you start playback. To watch another source, press the TV/ DVD button to switch the TV’s input source.

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) Aiwa 01 (default) Grundig 11 Hitachi 23, 24, 72 Loewe 06, 45 Nokia 15, 16, 69, 73 Panasonic 17, 49 Philips 06, 07, 08, 23, 45, 72 Saba 12, 13, 36, 43, 74, 75 Samsung 06, 22, 23, 71, 72 Sanyo 25 Sharp 29 Telefunken 12, 13, 36, 43, 74, 75 Thomson 12, 13, 43, 74, 75 Toshiba 38 LG 06 JVC 33

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Controlling the volume of your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote

TV/DVD switch

"/1

1 2 3

Number buttons

4 5 6

7 8 9

2 +/–

1 Slide the TV/DVD switch to DVD. 2 Hold down [/1, and enter the

manufacturer code (see the table below) for your AV amplifier (receiver) using the number buttons.

3 Release [/1.

The 2 (volume) +/– buttons control the AV amplifier’s volume. If you want to control the TV’s volume, slide the TV/DVD switch to TV.

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. The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote is DVD3.

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

SYSTEM MENU

O RETURN

M/m, ENTER

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z Hint

If you want to control the TV’s volume even when the TV/DVD switch is set to DVD, repeat the steps above and enter the code number 90 (default).

Code numbers of controllable AV amplifiers (receivers)

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

Manufacturer Code number

Sony 78, 79, 80, 91 Denon 84, 85, 86 Kenwood 92, 93 Onkyo 81, 82, 83 Pioneer 99 Sansui 87 Technics 97, 98 Yamaha 94, 95, 96

COMMAND MODE

1 Press SYSTEM MENU.

The System Menu appears.

2 Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER.

SETUP

Settings

Clock

DTV Settings

Language

Video

Audio

Features

Password

Options

Easy Setup

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3 Select “Options,” and press ENTER.

SETUP

Settings

DTV Settings

Video Audio

Features

Password

Options

Easy Setup

Format DVD : Dimmer : Auto Display : Command Mode : Factory Setup

VR Normal On DVD3

4 Select “Command Mode,” and press

ENTER.

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Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the recorder. If you do not complete Easy Setup, it will appear each time you turn on your recorder. Settings are made in the following order.

z Hint

Information on coverage and aerial upgrades can be found on the following Freeview website, www.freeview.co.uk

SETUP

Settings

DTV Settings

Video

Audio

Features

Password

Options

Easy Setup

Format DVD : Dimmer : Auto Display : Command Mode : Factory Setup

DVD1 DVD2 DVD3

VR Normal On DVD3

5 Select the Command mode (DVD1, DVD2,

or DVD3), and press ENTER.

6 Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the

remote so it matches the mode you selected above.

To return to the previous step

Press O RETURN.

Auto Tune Setup

Clock Setup

TV Type Setup

Video Connection Setup

Audio Connection Setup

Finished!

O RETURN

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

"/1

PROG +/–

</M/m/,, ENTER

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

The recorder turns on.

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3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that

the signal from the recorder appears on your TV screen.

“Initial settings necessary to operate the DVD recorder will be made. You can change them later using Setup. Before you start, check that you have made all necessary connections. If you have preset any timer recordings they will be erased.” appears.

• If this message does not appear, select “Easy

Setup” from “SETUP” in the System Menu to run Easy Setup. For details, see “Settings and Adjustments” (page 76).

4 Select “Start,” and press ENTER.

The Auto Tune display appears showing a tuning progress bar and the number of channels found.

EASY SETUP Auto Tune 1/5

Number of channels found

Searching ...

When Auto Tune has ended, a completion display appears indicating the number of TV and Radio channels that have been found and stored.

EASY SETUP Auto Tune 1/5

Number of channels found

Number of Radio Channels

Tuning has sucessfully completed

Number of TV Channels

5 In case the current time and date could not

be set automatically thanks to your local stations time signal broadcasts, the display for setting the clock manually appears.

EASY SETUP Clock

The clock was not set automatically. Set the time and date manually.

Tue 14 9 21 00:2004

Set the clock manually using </M/m/,.

6 Press ENTER.

The TV Type Setup Display appears.

EASY SETUP TV Type 2/5

Select your TV screen type.

16 : 9 4 : 3 Letter Box 4 : 3 Pan Scan

7 Select the setting that matches your TV

type.

“16:9”: For wide-screen TVs or standard TVs with a wide screen mode. “4:3 Letter Box”: For standard TVs. Displays “wide screen” pictures with bands on the upper and lower sections of the screen. “4:3 Pan Scan”: For standard TVs. Automatically displays “wide screen” pictures on the entire screen and cuts off the sections that do not fit.

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To set the channels manually, see page 80.

For details, see “TV Type” on page 82.

8 Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for the component out jacks appears.

9 Select an option.

Select “On” if you are using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Otherwise, select “Off.”

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10Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for selecting the type of video signal output from the LINE 1-TV jack appears.

EASY SETUP Line1 Output 4/5

Select the Line1 output signal.

Video S Video RGB

11Select the type of signal you want to output

from the LINE1-TV jack.

“Video”: Outputs video signals. “S Video”: Outputs S video signals. “RGB”: Outputs RGB signals. Note that if you select “On” in step 9, you cannot select “RGB.”

• If you select “S Video” or “RGB,” SMARTLINK will be deactivated.

12Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for selecting the type of jack used to connect to your amplifier (receiver) appears.

EASY SETUP Audio Connection 5/5

Is this recorder connected to an amplifier (receiver)? Select the type of jack you are using.

Yes :

LINE2 OUT(R-AUDIO-L)

Yes :

DIGITAL OUT

14Select the type of Dolby Digital signal you

wish to send to your amplifier (receiver).

EASY SETUP

Dolby Digital

D-PCM Dolby Digital

Audio Connection 5/5

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital decoder, select “Dolby Digital.” Otherwise, select “D-PCM.”

15Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for the DTS signal appears.

On Off

Audio Connection 5/5

EASY SETUP

DTS

16Select whether or not you wish to send a

DTS signal to your amplifier (receiver), and press ENTER.

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a DTS decoder, select “On.” Otherwise, select “Off.”

17Press ENTER when “Finish” appears.

Easy Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete.

13Select the type of jack (if any) you are

using to connect to an amplifier (receiver), and press ENTER.

If you did not connect an AV amplifier (receiver), select “No,” then go to step 16. If you connected an AV amplifier (receiver) using just an audio cord, select “Yes: LINE 2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L),” then go to step 17. If you connected an AV amplifier (receiver) using either a digital optical or coaxial cord, select “Yes: DIGITAL OUT.”

EASY SETUP

Easy Setup is finished.

Finish

To return to the previous step

Press O RETURN.

z Hints

• If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio decoder, set “MPEG” to “MPEG” (page 86).

• If you want to run Easy Setup again, select “Easy Setup” in the Setup Display (page 90).

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Note

To record TV programmes using the timer, you must set the clock accurately.

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Connecting a VCR or Similar Device

After disconnecting the recorder’s mains lead from the mains, connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. To record on this recorder, see “Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer” (page 57).

Connecting to the LINE 3 jack

Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 3 jack of this recorder.

VCR

SCART cord (not supplied)

to SCART input

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

to i LINE3

LINE 2 OUT

COAXIAL

VIDEO

AUDIORL

OPTICAL

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

/ C

DVD recorder

~ AC IN

to i LINE1-TV

AERIAL

OUT

LINE 1 - TV LINE 3

LINE 4 IN DIGITAL OUT

VIDEO

AUDIORL

S VIDEO

Notes

• 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.

VCRDVD recorder TV

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

Line input 1

VCR

DVD recorder

• The SMARTLINK features are not available for devices connected via the DVD recorder’s LINE 3 jack.

• When you record to a VCR from this DVD recorder, do not switch the input source to TV by pressing the TV/DVD button on the remote.

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

Line input 2

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Connecting to the LINE 2 IN or LINE 4 IN jacks

Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 2 IN or LINE 4 IN jacks of this recorder. If the equipment has an S-video jack, you can use an S-video cord instead of an audio/video cord.

VCR, etc.

OUTPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

Hookups and Settings

Audio/video cord (not supplied)

DVD recorder (front)

to LINE 2 IN

S VIDEO cord (not supplied)

(rear)

AERIAL

OUT

LINE 1 - TV LINE 3

LINE 4 IN DIGITAL OUT

VIDEO

AUDIORL

S VIDEO

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

LINE 2 OUT

COAXIAL

AUDIORL

OPTICAL

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

/ C

VIDEO

S VIDEO

/ C

~ AC IN

to LINE 4 IN

VCR, etc.

: Signal flow

z Hint

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

Notes

• Do not connect the yellow LINE IN (VIDEO) jack when using an S-video cord.

• 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. Noise (feedback) may result.

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

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Connecting to a Satellite or Digital Tuner

Connect a satellite or digital tuner to this recorder using the LINE 3 jack. Disconnect the recorder’s mains lead from the mains when connecting the tuner. To use the Synchro-Rec function, see below.

to SCART input

SCART cord (not supplied)

Satellite tuner, etc.

to i LINE1-TV

AERIAL

OUT

LINE 1 - TV LINE 3

LINE 4 IN DIGITAL OUT

VIDEO

AUDIORL

If the satellite tuner can output RGB signals

This recorder accepts RGB signals. If the satellite tuner can output RGB signals, connect the TV SCART connector on the satellite tuner to the LINE 3 jack, and set “Line3 Input” of “Scart Setting” to “Video/RGB” in Video Setup (page 83). Note that this connection and setup disable the SMARTLINK function. If you want to use the SMARTLINK function with a compatible set top box, see the instructions supplied with the set top box.

If you want to use the Synchro Rec function

This connection is necessary to use the Synchronized Recording function. See “Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec)” (page 55).

to i LINE3

LINE 2 OUT

COAXIAL

VIDEO

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

AUDIORL

OPTICAL

S VIDEO

DVD recorder

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

/ C

~ AC IN

Set “Line3 Input” of “Scart Setting” in Video Setup (page 83) according to the specifications of your satellite tuner. See your satellite tuner’s instructions for more information. If you are using a B Sky B tuner, be sure to connect the tuner’s VCR SCART jack to the LINE 3 jack. Then set “Line3 Input” of “Scart Setting” according to the specifications of the VCR SCART jack on your satellite tuner.

Notes

• Synchronized Recording does not work with some tuners. For details, see the tuner’s operating instructions.

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

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Guide to Displays

Using the On-Screen Menus

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This section introduces the System Menu, TOOLS menu, and sub-menu. By using these displays, you can perform most of the recorder’s operations.

Number buttons, SET

SYSTEM MENU

O RETURN

System Menu

The System Menu appears when you press SYSTEM MENU, and provides entries to all of the recorder’s main functions, such as timer recording and setup. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER.

Video

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TOOLS

</M/m/,, ENTER

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B EPG (page 38):

Turns on the Electronic Programme Guide display that allows you to view a complete list of all available channels and to set a programme to be recorded.

C TIMER LIST (page 51):

Turns on the Timer List menu, which allows you to check, change, or cancel timer settings.

D SETUP (page 76):

Turns on the Setup Display, which allows you to set up the recorder to suit your preferences.

Sub-menu

The sub-menu appears when you select an item from a list menu (e.g. a title from the Title List menu), and press ENTER. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER.

Example: The Title List menu

My Movies

1.5/4.7GB

15. 9

Wed

Play

17. 9

Fri

Play Beginning

25. 9

Sat

Erase

Protect

25. 9

Sat

Title Name

Fri

15.10

Set Thumbnail

Tue

19.10

A-B Erase

Tue

26.10

Thu

28.10

Options for the selected item

Sort

Date Title Number

TITLE LIST

ORIGINAL

1 New Generation

2 American Soccer

3 Opera

4 Passion for... Writing

5 Wheater

6 To Be a Millionaire

7 Regional News

8 Passengers to Lisboa

Guide to Displays

SYSTEM MENU

TITLE LIST

EPG

TIMER LIST

SETUP

A TITLE LIST (page 30):

Turns on the Title List menu, which shows recorded titles on the disc.

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TOOLS

The TOOLS menu appears when you press TOOLS, and displays options applicable to the entire disc (e.g. disc protection), recorder (e.g. audio settings during recording), or multiple items on a list menu (e.g. erasing multiple titles). The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select the option by pressing M/m and ENTER.

Example 1: When you press TOOLS while the Title List menu is turned on.

My Movies

TITLE LIST

ORIGINAL

1 New Generation

Sort

Date

2 American Soccer

Disc Info

Title

3 Opera

Erase Titles

Number

4 Passion for... Writing

Playlist

5 Wheater

Create Playlist

6 To Be a Millionaire

TOOLS

7 Regional News

8 Passengers to Lisboa

Options for the disc or menu

Example 2: When you press TOOLS while a DVD-RW (VR mode) is playing.

Stop

Disc Info

Erase

Protect

TOOLS

Wed

Fri

Sat

Fri

Tue

Thu

1.5/4.7GB

15. 9

17. 9

25. 9

15.10

19.10

26.10

28.10

Using the Title List

RWVR-RW

Video

The titles of programmes recorded on a disc are displayed in the Title List.

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4 5 6

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TITLE LIST

CURSOR MODE

TOOLS </M/m/,, ENTER ZOOM +/–

1 Press Z (open/close), and place a disc on

the disc tray.

With the recording side facing down

Options for the disc or picture

To return to the previous display

Press O RETURN.

2 Press Z (open/close) to close the disc

tray.

Wait until “LOAD” disappears from the front panel display.

3 Press TITLE LIST.

To show the list in greater detail (zoom), press ZOOM+.

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