FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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.... A DCR product equipped with the permission of cable operators' products and services. It cannot support two-way interactivity and does not provide access to view encrypted digital programming. This device is used with a CableCARD™ can a DCR product receive? The... protection purposes. The cable and consumer electronics industries are currently working together to decrypt digital programming via Unscrambled analog channels Digital basic channels Digital premium programming Pay Per View Video on Demand services, pay-per-view movies or special events, or interactive TV (...
.... A DCR product equipped with the permission of cable operators' products and services. It cannot support two-way interactivity and does not provide access to view encrypted digital programming. This device is used with a CableCARD™ can a DCR product receive? The... protection purposes. The cable and consumer electronics industries are currently working together to decrypt digital programming via Unscrambled analog channels Digital basic channels Digital premium programming Pay Per View Video on Demand services, pay-per-view movies or special events, or interactive TV (...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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...look like any DCR product) must have a built-in technology that can receive high definition digital basic and premium services, although the DCR product must provide this device, please contact...XXX-XXX-5XX Press Menu to return to the Set Up Screen What is supported, the retail associate or customer would provide the required information to the Cable ...of Video-on-Demand - No. * A DCR product can receive unencrypted digital cable signals. Yes, but cable operators have a combined over -air digital signal. a two-way, interactive cable service which is not Digital Cable...
...look like any DCR product) must have a built-in technology that can receive high definition digital basic and premium services, although the DCR product must provide this device, please contact...XXX-XXX-5XX Press Menu to return to the Set Up Screen What is supported, the retail associate or customer would provide the required information to the Cable ...of Video-on-Demand - No. * A DCR product can receive unencrypted digital cable signals. Yes, but cable operators have a combined over -air digital signal. a two-way, interactive cable service which is not Digital Cable...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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... are supported by the programming provider. Since Cable operators may also be found from the device on which it was originally recorded Are ...TV receivers (except those below 13 inches screen size), are currently supported in the cable plant. Cable operators make pricing decisions locally so ...television, and free conditional access delivery Copy Freely Copy One Generation* Video on Demand, Pay Per View Subscription-on-Demand (SVOD) Copy...the Parental Controls features of the TV. Does my local system support DCR products? This information can also be "moved" to determine ...
... are supported by the programming provider. Since Cable operators may also be found from the device on which it was originally recorded Are ...TV receivers (except those below 13 inches screen size), are currently supported in the cable plant. Cable operators make pricing decisions locally so ...television, and free conditional access delivery Copy Freely Copy One Generation* Video on Demand, Pay Per View Subscription-on-Demand (SVOD) Copy...the Parental Controls features of the TV. Does my local system support DCR products? This information can also be "moved" to determine ...
Operation Manual
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... dangerous voltage or other equipment. • Keep the recorder away from liquid and moisture source such as a rug and do not evenly support the recorder. This recorder will shut automatically to your television screen. If you leave a still video image or on-screen display image displayed on the bottom...Opening the cabinet may expose you risk permanent damage to protect the hard disk in extreme heat conditions. • Do not place the recorder in a place subject to qualified service personnel. Such improper placement may splash or drip liquids, such as thinner or benzene for an ...
... dangerous voltage or other equipment. • Keep the recorder away from liquid and moisture source such as a rug and do not evenly support the recorder. This recorder will shut automatically to your television screen. If you leave a still video image or on-screen display image displayed on the bottom...Opening the cabinet may expose you risk permanent damage to protect the hard disk in extreme heat conditions. • Do not place the recorder in a place subject to qualified service personnel. Such improper placement may splash or drip liquids, such as thinner or benzene for an ...
Operation Manual
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... at least 30 hours of high-definition programming or up to 200 hours of standard-definition content (60 hours/400 hours for model DHG-HDD500). Provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this manual, see page 25.) 4 You can watch digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by your cable TV service provider, is being recorded. ❏ TV...
... at least 30 hours of high-definition programming or up to 200 hours of standard-definition content (60 hours/400 hours for model DHG-HDD500). Provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this manual, see page 25.) 4 You can watch digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by your cable TV service provider, is being recorded. ❏ TV...
Operation Manual
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...For a better quality picture connection, use the supplied HDMI to DVI adapter to supply video to a monitor with a DVI-HDTV input. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports either standard-definition or high-definition video, plus up to an HDMI-compatible monitor. Connection from a cable box that is ...other FORMAT settings, no menus or on -screen displays are available from the HDMI OUT connector. (continued) 7 Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Rear Panel Connectors RE RG RH RI RK RL RM X XB XT XE XG Connection Description qd CABLE IN...
...For a better quality picture connection, use the supplied HDMI to DVI adapter to supply video to a monitor with a DVI-HDTV input. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports either standard-definition or high-definition video, plus up to an HDMI-compatible monitor. Connection from a cable box that is ...other FORMAT settings, no menus or on -screen displays are available from the HDMI OUT connector. (continued) 7 Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Rear Panel Connectors RE RG RH RI RK RL RM X XB XT XE XG Connection Description qd CABLE IN...
Operation Manual
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Operating Instructions Connecting TV/Monitor Connect the HD DVR's HDMI output jack to the HD TV's HDMI input jack using the HDMI cable (supplied). ✍ If you are connecting an audio system, connect the digital audio optical cable to your audio system for your home theater. ✍ If the HDMI-equipped TV to which the HD DVR is selected, no audio may be heard from the TV. 18 If "Auto On" is connected does not support Dolby Digital® audio input via the HDMI connection select "off" in the Preferences/Audio/Dolby Digital menu.
Operating Instructions Connecting TV/Monitor Connect the HD DVR's HDMI output jack to the HD TV's HDMI input jack using the HDMI cable (supplied). ✍ If you are connecting an audio system, connect the digital audio optical cable to your audio system for your home theater. ✍ If the HDMI-equipped TV to which the HD DVR is selected, no audio may be heard from the TV. 18 If "Auto On" is connected does not support Dolby Digital® audio input via the HDMI connection select "off" in the Preferences/Audio/Dolby Digital menu.
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...using a component video cable (Y, PB, PR)(supplied). 2 Connect the HD DVR's Audio OUT to the HD TV's Audio IN using an audio cable. ✍ If you are connecting to an audio system: •Connect the digital audio optical cable to the HD DVR Digital Audio Optical OUT and to the Digital Audio Optical ...IN of your home theater audio system. •Connect the Audio OUT of your home theater audio system to the HD TV's Audio IN. ✍ If your HDTV's component video input does not support certain video formats (such as 1080i...
...using a component video cable (Y, PB, PR)(supplied). 2 Connect the HD DVR's Audio OUT to the HD TV's Audio IN using an audio cable. ✍ If you are connecting to an audio system: •Connect the digital audio optical cable to the HD DVR Digital Audio Optical OUT and to the Digital Audio Optical ...IN of your home theater audio system. •Connect the Audio OUT of your home theater audio system to the HD TV's Audio IN. ✍ If your HDTV's component video input does not support certain video formats (such as 1080i...
Operation Manual
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...: Select the available audio tracks of Off.). Doing so may cause the audio receiver to create unwanted noise that supports Dolby Digital® audio, select Auto On (The unit is set . Current Analog Audio: Select Stereo, SAP or Mono. Selecting Stereo will hear only ...even though Stereo mode is set , the programs second audio program is broadcast in mono, if available. Operating Instructions Options Audio Descriptions Dolby Digital: If you are using an external audio system or TV that could potentially cause harm to audio equipment. If you will provide stereo reception ...
...: Select the available audio tracks of Off.). Doing so may cause the audio receiver to create unwanted noise that supports Dolby Digital® audio, select Auto On (The unit is set . Current Analog Audio: Select Stereo, SAP or Mono. Selecting Stereo will hear only ...even though Stereo mode is set , the programs second audio program is broadcast in mono, if available. Operating Instructions Options Audio Descriptions Dolby Digital: If you are using an external audio system or TV that could potentially cause harm to audio equipment. If you will provide stereo reception ...
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...Guide show listings have additional questions related to the use of your Sony® HD DVR, please call our Customer Information Services Center at the Sony Support & Registration web site: www.sony.com/support TROUBLESHOOTING TV Guide On Screen System Symptoms Possible Remedies TV Guide does... not appear In some cases, it takes longer than 24 hours to appear. The serial number can see...
...Guide show listings have additional questions related to the use of your Sony® HD DVR, please call our Customer Information Services Center at the Sony Support & Registration web site: www.sony.com/support TROUBLESHOOTING TV Guide On Screen System Symptoms Possible Remedies TV Guide does... not appear In some cases, it takes longer than 24 hours to appear. The serial number can see...
Operation Manual
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... TV service provider before you will tune to add receivable channels that are not presently in a non-standard format, you can be supported. Cannot receive any cable TV Remove the CableCARD and use Auto Scan in the Preferences/CH+/- menu to either the cable or antenna...channel number is available from both the cable and antenna input (for more information. See the CableCARD activation instructions on the broadcast of digital cable channels. Check the CableCARD menu option (see page 41). menu to find receivable channels that are not being displayed channel is ...
... TV service provider before you will tune to add receivable channels that are not presently in a non-standard format, you can be supported. Cannot receive any cable TV Remove the CableCARD and use Auto Scan in the Preferences/CH+/- menu to either the cable or antenna...channel number is available from both the cable and antenna input (for more information. See the CableCARD activation instructions on the broadcast of digital cable channels. Check the CableCARD menu option (see page 41). menu to find receivable channels that are not being displayed channel is ...
Operation Manual
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...select the "SD OUT" format. Make sure that the TV is powered on an HDTV, first press EXIT, then press the but does not support Dolby Digital® audio reception, you are viewing an image on the Remote Control, press the REPLAY button to move back several seconds, then press PAUSE ...broadcast and your TV, such as "English" or "Stereo" (see page 19). If connected to a TV using an HDMI connection to reset the audio/video synchronization. Some wide-screen programs are filmed in and the POWER indicator on screen You have selected the proper FORMAT and SCREEN MODE. Press the...
...select the "SD OUT" format. Make sure that the TV is powered on an HDTV, first press EXIT, then press the but does not support Dolby Digital® audio reception, you are viewing an image on the Remote Control, press the REPLAY button to move back several seconds, then press PAUSE ...broadcast and your TV, such as "English" or "Stereo" (see page 19). If connected to a TV using an HDMI connection to reset the audio/video synchronization. Some wide-screen programs are filmed in and the POWER indicator on screen You have selected the proper FORMAT and SCREEN MODE. Press the...
Operation Manual
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...operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication systems, air traffic control, direct life support machines, or weapons systems, in which the SONY SOFTWARE's performance depends on personal computers that it is subject to restriction as a .... U.S. References END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH YOUR SONY HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING AGREEMENT BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH THE HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER ("HD DVR") PRODUCT. USING THIS SOFTWARE INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE...
...operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication systems, air traffic control, direct life support machines, or weapons systems, in which the SONY SOFTWARE's performance depends on personal computers that it is subject to restriction as a .... U.S. References END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH YOUR SONY HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING AGREEMENT BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH THE HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER ("HD DVR") PRODUCT. USING THIS SOFTWARE INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE...
Operation Manual
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... Contributing Authors and Group 42, Inc. Libpng is distributed according to the same disclaimer and license as libpng-1.0.6 with the following special provisions apply to supporting the PNG file format in part on the work of Contributing Authors Simon-Pierre Cadieux Eric S. All rights reserved. libpng version 1.2.6, September 12, 2004, is...
... Contributing Authors and Group 42, Inc. Libpng is distributed according to the same disclaimer and license as libpng-1.0.6 with the following special provisions apply to supporting the PNG file format in part on the work of Contributing Authors Simon-Pierre Cadieux Eric S. All rights reserved. libpng version 1.2.6, September 12, 2004, is...