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 serv icing to
qualified personnel only.
The mains lead must be changed
only at a qualified service shop.
This appliance is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER product. The
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
MARKING is located on the laser
protective housing inside the
enclosure.
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.
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom and
Republic of Ireland
A molded 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.
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.
• Install this system so that the
mains lead can be unplugged
from the wall socket
immediately in the event of
trouble.
Disposal of Old Electrical
& Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the
European Union and
other European countries
with separate collection
systems)
This symbol on the product or on
its packaging indicates that this
product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be
handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring th is
product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the
environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused
by inappropriate waste handling of
this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve
natural resources. For more
detailed information about
recycling of this product, please
contact your local Civic Office,
your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
This label is located on the laser
protective housing inside the
enclosure.
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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.
About the hard disk drive
The hard disk has a high storage
density, which enables long
recording durations and quick
access to the written data.
However, it can easily be
damaged by shock, vibration or
dust, and should be kept away
from magnets. To avoid losing
important data, observe the
following precautions.
• Do not apply a strong shock to
the recorder.
• Do not place the recorder in a
location subject to mechanical
vibrations or in an unstable
location.
• Do not place the recorder on
top of a hot surface, such as a
VCR or amplifier (receiver).
• Do not use the recorder in a
place subject to extreme
changes in temperature
(temperature gradient less than
10 °C/hour).
• Do not move the recorder with
its mains lead connected.
• Do not disconnect the mains
lead while the power is on.
• When disconnecting the mains
lead, turn off the power and
make sure that the hard disk
drive is not operating (the
clock is displayed in the front
panel display for at least 30
seconds and all recording or
dubbing has stopped).
• Do not move the recorder for
one minute after you have
unplugged the mains lead.
• Do not attempt to replace or
upgrade the hard disk by
yourself, as this may result in
malfunction.
If the hard disk drive should
malfunction, you ca nnot recover
lost data. The hard disk drive is
only a temporary storage space.
About repairing the hard
disk drive
• The contents of the hard disk
drive may be checked in case
of repair or inspection du ring a
malfunction or modification.
However, the contents will not
be backed up or saved by
Sony.
• If the hard disk needs to be
formatted or replaced, it will
be done at the discretion of
Sony. All contents of the hard
disk drive will be erased,
including contents that violate
copyright laws.
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 th e 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
Make trial recordings before
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.
,continued
3
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 pr otected 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.
About this manual
• In this manual, the internal
hard disk drive is written as
“HDD,” and “disc” is used as a
general reference for the HDD,
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
can be used with the function
being explained.
• 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
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.
Automatically
formatted in
+VR mode
(DVD+RW
VIDEO)
Format in VR
mode (page 25)
Format in
Video mode
(page 25)
Automatically
formatted in
+VR mode
(DVD+R
VIDEO)
Compatibility with other DVD
players (finalising)
Dub HDD contents to a DVD
to play on other DVD players
Playable on DVD+RW
compatible players
(automatically finalised)
Playable only on VR mode
compatible players
(finalisation unnecessary)
Playable on most DVD
players (finalisation
necessary) (page 34)
Playable on most DVD
players (finalisation
necessary) (page 34)
Format in VR
DVD-R
VR
mode
-
RVR
mode
(page 25)
Formatting is
performed
using the “Disc
Information”
*1
Playable only on DVD-R in
VR mode compatible players
(finalisation necessary)
(page 34)
display.
Video
mode
Automatically
Video
formatted in
Video mode
-
R
Playable on most DVD
players (finalisation
necessary) (page 34)
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Usable disc versions (as of August 2006)
• 8x-speed or slower DVD+RWs
• 6x-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1,
Ver.1.2 with CPRM
*2
)
• 16x-speed or slower DVD+Rs
• 16x-speed or slower DVD-Rs (Ver.2.0,
Ver.2.1 with CPRM
*2
)
• 8x-speed or slower DVD+R DL (Double
Layer) discs
“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD+R
DL,” and “DVD-R” are trademarks.
*1
When an unformatted DVD-R is inserted into
this recorder, it is automatically formatted in
Video mode. To format a new DVD-R in VR
mode, format using the “Disc Information”
display (page 25).
*2
CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable
Media) is a coding technology that protects
copyrights for images.
Discs that cannot be recorded on
• 8 cm discs
• DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs
• DVD-RAMs
,continued
9
Playable discs
TypeDisc Logo
DVD VIDEO
VIDEO CD
CD
DATA DVD—
DATA CD—
8 cm DVD+RW/
DVD-RW/DVD-R
——
Icon used in
this manual
DVD
VCD
CD
DATA DVD
DATA CD
Characteristics
Discs such as movies that can be
purchased or rented
This recorder also recognizes DVDRAMs and DVD-R Dual Layer (Video
mode) discs as DVD Video compatible
discs. If the DVD-RAM has a
removable cartridge, remove the
cartridge before playback.
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
DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/
DVD-Rs/DVD-ROMs containing
either JPEG image files or DivX video
files
CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs
containing either MP3 audio tracks,
JPEG image files or DivX video files
8 cm DVD+RW, DVD-RW, and
DVD-R recorded with a DVD video
camera
(Still images recorded with a DVD
video camera cannot be played.)
“DVD VIDEO” and “CD” are trademarks.
DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are
trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under
license.
®
is a video file compression technology,
DivX
developed by DivX, Inc.
Discs that cannot be played
• PHOTO CDs
• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs that are
recorded in a format different from the
formats mentioned in the table above.
• Data part of CD-Extras
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• DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/
DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs that do not contain
DVD Video, DivX video or JPEG image
files.
• DVD Audio discs
• Cartridge-only type DVD-RAMs and/or
DVD-RAMs that do not contain DVD
Video.
• HD layer on Super Audio CDs
• DVD VIDEOs with a different region code
(page 11).
• DVDs that were recorded on a different
recorder and not correctly finalised.
Maximum recordable number of titles
DiscNumber of titles*
HDD300
DVD-RW/DVD-R99
DVD+RW/DVD+R49
DVD+R DL49
* The maximum length for one title is eight hours.
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. 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
ALL
on this 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.
Region code
Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
mates DVD recorded material on one side
with digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does
not conform to the Compact Disc (CD)
standard, playback on this product is not
guaranteed.
b Notes
• Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVDRs, DVD-RAMs, 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 finalised. 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 36). Note that the disc’s
contents will be erased after reformatting.
• You cannot shorten the time required for
recording even with high-speed discs.
• It is recommended that you use discs with “For
Video” printed on their packaging.
• You cannot add new recordings to DVD+Rs,
DVD-Rs, or DVD-RWs (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.
• You cannot edit recordings on DVD+RWs,
DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD+Rs, or DVD-Rs
that are made on other DVD equipment.
• If the disc contains PC data unrecognizable by
this recorder, the data may be erased.
• You may not be able to record on some
recordable discs, depending on the disc.
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 through 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder. Do not connect the
mains lead until you reach “Step 4: Connecting the Mains Lead” on page 17.
b Notes
• See “Specifications” (page 113) for a list of supplied accessories.
• Plug in 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: Connecting the Aerial Cable
Connect the aerial cable by following the steps below.
TV
Aerial cable
(supplied)
to AERIAL OUTto AERIAL IN
DVD recorder
: 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 2: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cord
Select one of the following patterns, A through E, according to the input jack on your TV
monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to view pictures.
DB
INPUT
VIDEO
L
AUDI O
R
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
Audio/video cord
(not supplied)
(yellow)
Component
video cord
(not supplied)
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
Y
P
B/CB
P
R/CR
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
to COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(green)
(blue)
(red)
Hookups and Settings
to HDMI OUT
HDMI cord
(not supplied)
to LINE 2 OUT (VIDEO)
to LINE 2 OUT
(S VIDEO)
S-video cord
(not supplied)
(green)
to i LINE 1 – TV
(red)(blue)
DVD recorder
SCART cord
(not supplied)
ECA
INHDMI
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
: Signal flow
S VIDEO
INPUT
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
TV
,continued
13
A SCART input jack
When you set “Easy Setup - Line1 Output” to
“S Video” or “RGB” (page 21), use a
SCART cord that conforms to the selected
signal.
B Video input jack
You will enjoy standard quality images.
C S VIDEO input jack
You will enjoy high quality images.
D Component video input jacks (Y, PB/CB,
R/CR)
P
You will enjoy accurate colour reproduction
and high quality images.
If your TV accepts progressive 525p/625p
format signals, use this connection and set
“Component Out” in the “Video” setup to
“On” (page 95). Then set “Progressive
Output” to “On” in the “Video” setup to send
progressive video signals. For details, see
“Progressive Output” on page 96.
b Notes
• Do not connect more than one type of video cord
between the recorder and your TV at the same
time.
• 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 t 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 “Easy Setup - Line1 Output”
to “Video.”
• You cannot connect the HDMI OUT jack
(connection E) to DVI jacks that are not HDCP
compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on PC displays).
* This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are t rademarks or reg istered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
E HDMI input jack
Use a certified HDMI cord (not supplied) to
enjoy high quality digital picture and sound
through the HDMI OUT jack.
When playing “wide screen” images
Some recorded images may not fit your TV
screen. To change the picture size, see
page 94.
If you are connecting to a VCR
Connect your VCR to the LINE 3 jack on the
recorder (page 22).
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
*1
, EASYLINK*2,
*2
, Q-Link*3, EURO VIEW
LINK*4, or T-V LINK*5, you can enjoy the
following SMARTLINK features.
For recording
• TV Direct Rec.
You can easily record what you are
watching on your TV (page 26).
• One Touch Timer
You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the
TV to the recorder’s programme position,
and display the timer programming menu
with one touch of the [TIMER] button
(page 48).
• 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 (GUIDE) button
(page 38).
*3
,
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For playback
• 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 60).
• One Touch Menu
You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the
TV to the recorder’s programme position,
and display the Title List menu with one
touch of the TITLE LIST button (page 60).
For settings
• Automatic Power Off
The recorder will turn off automatically if
the recorder is not used after you turn off
the TV.
*1
“MEGALOGIC” is a registered trademark of
Grundig Corporation.
*2
“EASYLINK” and “CINEMALINK” are
trademarks of Philips Corporation.
*3
“Q-Link” and “NexTView Link” are trademarks
of Panasonic Corporation.
*4
“EURO VIEW LINK” is a trademark of Toshiba
Corporation.
*5
“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.
Hookups and Settings
b Notes
• The SMARTLINK features are available only
when “Video” is selected in “Line1 Output.”
• The power must be turned on to use all
SMARTLINK features except One Touch Play,
One Touch Menu, One Touch Timer and One
Touch EPG.
• Not all TVs respond to the functions above.
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Step 3: 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.
HDMI cord
(not supplied)
to HDMI OUT
Rear (L)
Front (L)
Centre
[Speakers]
AV amplifier (receiver)
with a decoder
or
to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)
to LINE 2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L)
Audio/video cord
(white)
(not supplied)
[Speakers]
Rear (R)
Front (R)
Subwoofer
to coaxial/HDMI digital input
Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
DVD recorder
INPUT
VIDEO
(yellow)
A
B
(red)
(yellow)*
: Signal flow
* The yellow plug is used for video signals (page 13).
A Digital audio input jack
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1
Digital, DTS*2, 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.
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(white)
(red)
L
AUDIO
R
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
B Audio L/R (left/right) input jacks
This connection will use your TV’s or stereo
amplifier’s (receiver’s) two speakers for
sound.
z Hint
For correct speaker location, see the operating
instructions supplied with the connected
components.
b Notes
• Do not connect your TV’s audio output jacks to
the LINE IN (R-AUDIO-L) 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 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.
• With connection A, after you have co mpleted the
connection, make the appropriate settings under
“Easy Setup - Audio Connection” (page 21).
Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come
from your speakers.
• When you connect the recorder to an AV
amplifier (receiver) using an HDMI cord, you
will need to do one of the following:
– Connect the AV amplifier (receiver) to the TV
with the HDMI cord.
– Connect the recorder to the TV with a video
cord other than HDMI cord (component video
cord, S VIDEO cord, or audio/video cord).
*1
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
*2
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of
Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Step 4: 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 22), be sure to connect the
mains lead after all connections are complete.
to AC IN
1
2
to mains
Hookups and Settings
17
Step 5: 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.
b Notes
• If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony
DVD recorder or player, change the command
mode number for this recorder (page 19).
• 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 ap paratus. 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.
Number
buttons
TV 2 +/–
TV/DVD
TV PROG
+/–
TV [/1
TV t
1 Hold down the TV [/1 button located
at the bottom of the remote.
Do not press the [/1 button at the top of
the remote.
2 With the TV [/1 button 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.
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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.
ManufacturerCode number
Sony01 (default)
Grundig11
Hitachi24
ITT/Nokia15, 16
JVC33
Loewe45
Nokia69, 73
Panasonic17, 49
Philips06, 07, 08, 72
Saba12, 13, 74
Samsung22, 23, 71
Sanyo25
Sharp29
Telefunken36
Thomson43, 75
Toshiba38
The remote performs the following:
ButtonsOperations
TV [/1Turns your TV on or
TV 2 (volume)
+/–
TV PROG +/–Selects the
TV tSwitches your TV’s
off
Adjusts the volume
of your TV
programme position
on your TV
input source
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.
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.
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: Easy Setup.”
The default command mode setting for this
recorder and the supplied remote is DVD3.
Number
buttons
SYSTEM
MENU
M/m,
ENTER
Hookups and Settings
1 Check that “Easy Setup” (page 21)
has been finished. If “Easy Setup” has
not been finished, first perform “Easy
Setup.”
2 Press SYSTEM MENU.
The System Menu appears.
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3 Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER.
4 Select “Others,” and press ENTER.
5 Select “Command Mode,” and press
ENTER.
To check the Command Mode for the
recorder
Press x on the recorder when the recorder is
turned off. The Command Mode for the
recorder appears in the front panel display.
If the Command Mode for the recorder has
not been changed, set the Command Mode
for the remote to the default setting of
DVD3. If the Command Mode for the
remote is changed to DVD1 or DVD2, you
will be unable to operate this recorder.
Changing programme positions
of the recorder using the
remote
You can change programme positions of the
recorder using the number buttons.
Number
buttons
6 Select a Command Mode (DVD1,
DVD2, or DVD3), and press ENTER.
7 Set the Command Mode for the remote
so it matches the Command Mode for
the recorder you set above.
Follow the steps below to set the
Command Mode on the remote.
1 Hold down ENTER.
2 While holding down ENTER, enter
the Command Mode code number
using the number buttons.
Command Mode Code number
DVD1number button 1
DVD2number button 2
DVD3number button 3
3 Hold down both the number and
ENTER buttons at the same time for
more than three seconds.
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ENTER
Example: for channel 50
Press “5,” “0,” then press ENTER.
Step 6: Easy Setup
Make the basic adjustments by following the
on-screen instructions in “Easy Setup.”
Be careful not to disconnect the cables or exit
the “Easy Setup” function during this
procedure.
[/1
</M/m/,,
O
RETURN
ENTER
TV [/1
Easy Setup - TV Type (page 94)
If you have a wide-screen TV, select
“16:9.” If you have a standard TV, select
either “4:3 Letter Box” (shrink to fit) or
“4:3 Pan Scan” (stretch to fit). This will
determine how “wide-screen” images are
displayed on your TV.
Easy Setup - Component Out
If you are using the COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT jack, select “On.”
Easy Setup - Line1 Output
To output video signals, select “Video.”
To output S video signals, select “S
Video.”
To output RGB signals, select “RGB.”
Select “Video” to enjoy the
SMARTLINK features (page 14).
• If you set “Easy Setup - Component
Out” to “On,” you cannot select
“RGB.”
Easy Setup - Audio Connection
If you connected an AV amplifier
(receiver) using a coaxial cord, select
“Yes : DIGITAL OUT” and set the
digital output signal (page 98).
3 Press ENTER when “Finish” appears.
“Easy Setup” is finished.
Hookups and Settings
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 initial settings message appears.
• If this message does not appear, select
“Easy Setup” from “SETUP” in the
System Menu (page 104).
2 Press ENTER.
Follow the on-screen instructions to
make the following settings.
Easy Setup - Auto Tune
The recorder will automatically capture
and store the available TV and Radio
channels.
Easy Setup - Clock
The recorder will automatically search
for a clock signal. If a clock signal cannot
be found, set the clock manually using
</M/m/,, and press ENTER.
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 98).
• If you want to run “Easy Setup” again, select
“Easy Setup” from “SETUP” in the System Menu
(page 104).
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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.
Use the DV IN jack on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK jack)
(page 84).
For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment.
To record on this recorder, see “Recording from connected equipment without a timer” on
page 58.
Connecting to the LINE 3 jack
Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 3 jack of this recorder.
VCR
to i LINE 3
SCART cord (not supplied)
to i LINE 1 – TV
DVD recorder
TV
to SCART input
b Notes
• Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying cannot be recorded.
• If you pass the recorder signals through a VCR, you may not receive a clear image on your TV screen.
VCRDVD recorderTV
Be sure to connect your VCR to the DVD recorder and to 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
VCRTV
DVD recorder
Line input 2
• 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.
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Connecting to the LINE 2 IN jacks on the front panel
Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 2 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.
S VIDEO
OUTPUT
VIDEO
AUDI O
LR
Hookups and Settings
S-video cord
(not supplied)
to LINE 2 IN
Audio/video cord
(not supplied)
DVD recorder
: Signal flow
z Hint
When the connected equipment outputs only monaural sound, connect to just the L(MONO) and VIDEO
input jacks on the front of the recorder. Do not connect the R input jack.
b 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. 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.
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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.
Satellite tuner,
CanalSat, etc.
SCART cord (not supplied)
TV
to SCART input
to i LINE 3
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 the “Video” setup (page 96). 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.
to i LINE 1 – TV
DVD recorder
If you want to use the Synchro Rec
function
This connection is necessary to use the
Synchro-Recording function. See
“Recording from connected equipment wit h a
timer (Synchro Rec)” on page 57.
Set “Line3 Input” of “Scart Setting” in the
“Video” setup (page 96) according to the
specifications of your satellite tuner. See your
satellite tuner’s instructions for more
information.
If you are using a Sky, 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.
b Notes
• Synchro-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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Eight Basic Operations
— Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder
1. Inserting a Disc
+
RW
-
R
Video
DATA CD
Z (open/
close)
-
RWVR-RW
DVD
VCD CD
Video
+
-
R
RVR
DATA DVD
DVD
1 Press DVD.
2 Press Z (open/close), and place a
disc on the disc tray.
2. Recording a
Programme
+
-
HDD
-
RVR-R
RW
Video
RWVR-RW
This section introduces the basic operation to
record a current TV programme to the hard
disk (HDD) or to a disc (DVD). For an
explanation of how to make timer recordings,
see page 45.
HDDDVD
Video
+
R
PROG +/–
DISPLAY
Eight Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder
Recording/playing side facing down
3 Press Z (open/close) to close the disc
tray.
Wait until “LOAD” disappears from the
front panel display.
Unused DVDs are formatted
automatically.
• For DVD-RW discs
DVD-RWs are formatted in the
recording format (VR mode or Video
mode) set by “Format DVD-RW” in
the “DVD” setup.
• For DVD-R discs
DVD-Rs are automatically formatted in
Video mode. To format an unused
DVD-R in VR mode, format the disc
using the “Disc Information” display
(page 36) before you make a
recording.
If the disc is recordable on this recorder,
you can manually re-format the disc to
make a blank disc (page 36).
z REC
x REC
STOP
TV/DVD
REC MODE
TV t
1 Press HDD or DVD.
If you want to record to a DVD, insert a
recordable DVD.
2 Press PROG +/– to select the
programme position or input source
you want to record.
3 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select
the recording mode.
Each time you press the button, the
display on the TV screen changes as
follows:
For more details about the recording
mode, see page 45.
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4 Press z REC.
Recording starts.
Recording stops automatically after 8
hours of continuous recording or when
the HDD or DVD is full.
Checking the disc status while
recording
You can check the recording information
such as recording time or disc type.
To stop recording
Press x REC STOP.
Note that it may take a few seconds for
recorder to stop recording.
To watch another TV programme while
recording
If your TV is connected to the i LINE 1 –
TV jack, set your TV to the TV input using
the TV/DVD button and select the
programme you want to watch. If your TV is
connected to the LINE 2 OUT or
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, set the
TV to TV input using the TV t button
(page 18).
TV Direct Rec.
If you are using the SMARTLINK
connection and the “TV Direct Rec.” is set to
“On” (page 101), you can easily record what
you are watching on your TV.
When the TV and the recorder are turned on,
press z REC. The recorder starts recording
what you are watching on your TV.
b Notes
• If “TV” appears in the front panel display, you
cannot turn off the TV or change the programme
position during TV Direct Rec. To turn off the
function, set “TV Direct Rec.” to “Off” in the
“Recording” setup (page 101).
• After pressing z REC, it may take a short while
to start recording.
• You cannot change the recording mode while
recording.
• If there is a power failu re, the programme you are
recording may be erased.
Press DISPLAY during recording.
The recording information appears.
A Disc type/format
B Recording status
C Recording mode
D Recording time
Press DISPLAY to turn off the display.
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3. Playing the Recorded
Programme (Title List)
Title List with Thumbnail Images
(Example: DVD+RW)
HDD
-
RVR
+
-
RW
R
Video
-
RWVR-RW
Video
+
R
To play a recorded title, select the title from
the Title List.
HDDDVD
TITLE LIST
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ENTER
OPTIONS
/
mc
CM
x
1 Press HDD or DVD.
If you select DVD, insert a DVD (see “1.
Inserting a Disc” on page 25).
Playback starts automatically depending
on the disc.
2 Press TITLE LIST.
To show the extended Title List, press
OPTIONS to select “Display List,” and
press ENTER.
Eight Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder
m
Extended Title List
A Disc type:
Displays the media type, HDD or DVD.
Also displays the title type (Original or
Playlist) for HDD or DVD-RW/DVD-R
(VR mode) disc titles.
B Disc space (remainder/total)
C Title information:
Displays the title number, title name, and
recording date. Title size is shown in the
Thumbnail title list.
z (red): Indicates that the title is
currently being recorded.
: Indicates that the title is currently
being dubbed.
: Indicates the protected title.
“NEW”: Indicates that the title is newly
recorded (not played back) (HDD only).
Appears when all of the titles do not fit
on the list. To view the hidden titles,
press M/m.
E Title’s thumbnail picture:
The still images for each title are
displayed.
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3 Select a title, and press ENTER.
The sub-menu appears.
The sub-menu displays options
applicable only to the selected item. The
displayed options differ depending upon
the model, situation, and disc type.
Sub-menu
4 Select “Play,” and press ENTER.
Playback starts from the selected title.
To change the title order (Sort)
While the Title List menu is turned on, press
OPTIONS to select “Sort Titles.” Press M/m
to select the item, and press ENTER.
OrderSorted
By DateIn order of when the titles
By TitleIn alphabetical order.
By NumberIn order of recorded title
Unseen Title
(HDD only)
were recorded. The title that is
recorded most recently is
listed at the top.
number.
In order of when the titles
were recorded. The title that is
recorded most recently and
has not been played is listed at
the top. Playlist titles are not
displayed.
To stop playback
Press x (stop).
To scroll the list display by page (Page
mode)
Press / while the list display is turned
on. Each time you press /, the entire
Title List changes to the next/previous page
of titles.
About the Title List for HDD/DVD-RWs/
DVD-Rs (VR mode)
You can switch the Title List to show
Original or Playlist titles.
While the Title List menu is turned on, press
</,.
To change a title thumbnail picture
(Thumbnail) (HDD/DVD-RW/DVD-R in VR
mode only)
You can select a favourite scene for the
thumbnail picture shown in the Title List
menu.
1 Press TITLE LIST.
Press </, to switch the Title Lists, if
necessary.
2 Select a title, and press ENTER.
The sub-menu appears.
3 Select “Set Thumbnail,” and press
ENTER.
The display for setting the thumbnail
point appears and the title starts to play.
4 While watching the playback picture,
press m/M to select the scene you
want to set for a thumbnail picture, and
press ENTER.
Playback pauses.
5 Press ENTER if the scene is correct.
If the scene is incorrect, press c/C to
select the scene you want to set for a
thumbnail picture, and press ENTER.
The display asks for confirmation.
• To change the thumbnail, press M.
6 Select “OK,” and press ENTER.
The scene is set for the title’s thumbnail
picture.
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To turn off the Title List
Press TITLE LIST.
z Hints
• After recording, the first scene of the recording
(the title) is automatically set as the thumbnail
picture.
• You can select “TITLE LIST” from the System
Menu.
b Notes
• The title names may not appear for DVDs created
on other DVD recorders.
• It may take a few seconds for the thumbnail
pictures to be displayed.
• After editing, the title thumbnail picture may
change to the first scene of the recording (title).
• After dubbing, the title thumbnail picture set on
the source recording is cancelled.
4. Displaying the
Playing/Remaining Time
and Play Information
+
-
-
RW
R
Video
RWVR-RW
DVD
VCD
HDD
-
RVR
DATA DVD
DATA CD
You can check the playing time and
remaining time of the current title, chapter,
track, or disc. Also, you can check the disc
name recorded on the DVD/CD.
Video
+
R
CD
DISPLAY
TIME/TEXT
ENTER
OPTIONS
Eight Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder
Press DISPLAY.
The displays differ depending on the disc
type or playing status.
A Title number/name
(Shows either track number, track
name, scene number, or file name for
CDs, VIDEO CDs, DATA DVDs, or
DATA CDs.)
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B Available functions for DVD VIDEOs
( angle/ audio/ subtitle,
etc.), or playback data for DATA
DVDs and DATA CDs
C The current selected function or audio
setting (appears only temporarily)
Example: Dolby Digital 5.1 ch
Rear (L/R)
Front (L/R) +
Centre
LFE (Low Frequency
Effect)
D The current selected angle
*1
E Disc type
F Title type (
/format (page 8)
only appears for Playlists)
G Play mode
H Recording mode (page 45)
I Playing status bar
*2
J Title number (chapter number*3)
(page 65)
(Shows either track number, scene
number, album number
*3
, or file
number for CDs, VIDEO CDs, DATA
DVDs, or DATA CDs.)
K Album name appears for DATA DVDs
or DATA CDs.
For CDs with CD text, press TIME/
TEXT.
*3
L Playing time (remaining time
*1
Displays Super VIDEO CDs as “SVCD,” DATA
CDs as “CD” and DATA DVDs as “DVD.”
*2
Does not appear with VIDEO CDs, DATA
DVDs, and DATA CDs.
*3
Displayed when you press TIME/TEXT
repeatedly.
)
z Hints
• If “ DTS” of “Audio Connection” is set to “Off” in
the “Audio” setup, the DTS track selection option
will not appear on the screen even if the disc
contains DTS tracks (page 98).
• When “Auto Display” is set to “On” (default) in
the “Video” setup (page 97), information
automatically appears on the screen when the
recorder is operated.
b Note
Playing time of MP3 audio tracks may not be
displayed correctly.
Checking the playing/
remaining time
You can view the playing or time information
displayed on the front panel display.
Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly.
The displays differ depending on the disc
type or playing status.
Example: When playing a DVD
Playing time and number of the
current title
Remaining time of the current title
Playing time and number of the
current chapter
Remaining time of the current chapter
Example: When playing a VIDEO CD
Playing time and number of the current
scene or track
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