Demo Mode Instructions
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... the number of ways in which a program can be easily deleted This feature may still be activated by pressing the → button on the remote control or front panel. You can enjoy a short clip of 8 However, programs may be useful in retail or other environments where there is an interest in continuously displaying a single recording. Page 3 of high-definition video even if high-definition cable...
... the number of ways in which a program can be easily deleted This feature may still be activated by pressing the → button on the remote control or front panel. You can enjoy a short clip of 8 However, programs may be useful in retail or other environments where there is an interest in continuously displaying a single recording. Page 3 of high-definition video even if high-definition cable...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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...-and-Play is a digital TV, digital video recorder or other device capable of digital recorders, to be easily connected to receive digital programming, including HDTV signals, without a set-top box and will allow for DCR used during the cable and consumer electronics industry discussions and the FCC's rulemaking proceeding. To receive encrypted digital services, the device needs a CableCARD™ supplied by direct connection to the cable system with no additional required component. What does Digital Cable Ready...
...-and-Play is a digital TV, digital video recorder or other device capable of digital recorders, to be easily connected to receive digital programming, including HDTV signals, without a set-top box and will allow for DCR used during the cable and consumer electronics industry discussions and the FCC's rulemaking proceeding. To receive encrypted digital services, the device needs a CableCARD™ supplied by direct connection to the cable system with no additional required component. What does Digital Cable Ready...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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... CableCARD™ is used to decrypt encrypted digital programming that support the full suite of CableLabs. The CableCARD™ replaces the set top box (STB). What can receive unscrambled analog cable, digital basic cable, and digital premium cable services without a set -top box and enables consumers to receive. This device is also secure for copy protection purposes. A DCR product equipped with the permission of cable operators' products and services. The term CableCARD...
... CableCARD™ is used to decrypt encrypted digital programming that support the full suite of CableLabs. The CableCARD™ replaces the set top box (STB). What can receive unscrambled analog cable, digital basic cable, and digital premium cable services without a set -top box and enables consumers to receive. This device is also secure for copy protection purposes. A DCR product equipped with the permission of cable operators' products and services. The term CableCARD...
Operation Manual
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... install the HD Digital Video Recorder in a hot or humid place, or in a place subject to Part 15 of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in accordance with liquids, such as practical. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the literature accompanying the appliance. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Note to the Cable TV/Satellite Dish Installer...
... install the HD Digital Video Recorder in a hot or humid place, or in a place subject to Part 15 of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in accordance with liquids, such as practical. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the literature accompanying the appliance. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Note to the Cable TV/Satellite Dish Installer...
Operation Manual
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... Interface are registered marks of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. Connecting Additional Equipment CAUTION Do not attempt to modify this product in your area depends on -demand, a cable operator's enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use of a leased set-top box available directly from Sony Electronics, Inc. This high-definition digital video recorder also includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you must be...
... Interface are registered marks of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. Connecting Additional Equipment CAUTION Do not attempt to modify this product in your area depends on -demand, a cable operator's enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use of a leased set-top box available directly from Sony Electronics, Inc. This high-definition digital video recorder also includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you must be...
Operation Manual
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... on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your TV's operating instructions for an extended period of the feet do not place on your warranty. This recorder will cause decreased performance and reliability. Damage requiring service: Do not attempt to your television screen. Opening the cabinet may splash or drip liquids...
... on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your TV's operating instructions for an extended period of the feet do not place on your warranty. This recorder will cause decreased performance and reliability. Damage requiring service: Do not attempt to your television screen. Opening the cabinet may splash or drip liquids...
Operation Manual
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... High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Package Contents 3 Optional Item 3 Features 4 Front Panel Indicators and Controls .. 5 Display Window 6 Rear Panel Connectors 7 Remote Control 9 Programming the Remote Control ..... 12 Manufacturer's Codes 14 Using your DVR Remote Control with Other Equipment 16 Connections Basic Connection 17 Connecting Additional Equipment .... 23 About CableCARD™ Devices .......... 26 Auto Setup 28 Changing TV channels with your HD DVR Remote Control 29 Using the Menus How to Access and Navigate in the Menus 31 Using the Recent Channels Menu...
... High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Package Contents 3 Optional Item 3 Features 4 Front Panel Indicators and Controls .. 5 Display Window 6 Rear Panel Connectors 7 Remote Control 9 Programming the Remote Control ..... 12 Manufacturer's Codes 14 Using your DVR Remote Control with Other Equipment 16 Connections Basic Connection 17 Connecting Additional Equipment .... 23 About CableCARD™ Devices .......... 26 Auto Setup 28 Changing TV channels with your HD DVR Remote Control 29 Using the Menus How to Access and Navigate in the Menus 31 Using the Recent Channels Menu...
Operation Manual
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... manual is a difference in the recording capacity between the two models, both models feature the same operation. Package Contents The package contains the following models: DHG-HDD250 and DHG-HDD500. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Introduction to receive encrypted digital cable programming from many cable TV service providers. Although there is to be used for information about the availability of the Sony® HD Digital Video Recorder. Contact your purchase of CableCARD devices...
... manual is a difference in the recording capacity between the two models, both models feature the same operation. Package Contents The package contains the following models: DHG-HDD250 and DHG-HDD500. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Introduction to receive encrypted digital cable programming from many cable TV service providers. Although there is to be used for information about the availability of the Sony® HD Digital Video Recorder. Contact your purchase of CableCARD devices...
Operation Manual
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... digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by your new HD DVR include: ❏ Digital Reception - Provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels that will enjoy with your schedule. The Recordings List provides quick access to shows available for model DHG-HDD500). Provides a high-quality video output to many highdefinition capable TVs and displays. ❏ HDMI Video Output - The CableCARD, which is provided by these programs. With high-definition...
... digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by your new HD DVR include: ❏ Digital Reception - Provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels that will enjoy with your schedule. The Recordings List provides quick access to shows available for model DHG-HDD500). Provides a high-quality video output to many highdefinition capable TVs and displays. ❏ HDMI Video Output - The CableCARD, which is provided by these programs. With high-definition...
Operation Manual
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... DVR with the following indicators: Power, Recording, Dolby Digital®, Clock, Channel Number and Name (if available); Shows the main menu on or into inactive standby (off). Shows the current status of TV that the HD DVR is displayed when pressing the FORMAT button. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Front Panel Indicators and Controls 76 1 2 3 45 Control Panel 1 POWER button 2 Display Window 3 EXIT button 4 Joystick/SELECT button 5 FORMAT button 6 TV GUIDE button 7 MENU button Description Turns the HD DVR on the screen...
... DVR with the following indicators: Power, Recording, Dolby Digital®, Clock, Channel Number and Name (if available); Shows the main menu on or into inactive standby (off). Shows the current status of TV that the HD DVR is displayed when pressing the FORMAT button. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Front Panel Indicators and Controls 76 1 2 3 45 Control Panel 1 POWER button 2 Display Window 3 EXIT button 4 Joystick/SELECT button 5 FORMAT button 6 TV GUIDE button 7 MENU button Description Turns the HD DVR on the screen...
Operation Manual
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... cable TV service provider is not recommended. qk HDMI OUT Provides an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between the HD DVR and an HDMI-compatible monitor. qf ANT IN Connects to an over-the-air or terrestrial antenna. qj SD OUT: VIDEO Provides standard-definition composite video signal to a DVD-Recorder, VCR OUT/S VIDEO OUT or TV set to SD OUT. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Rear Panel...
... cable TV service provider is not recommended. qk HDMI OUT Provides an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between the HD DVR and an HDMI-compatible monitor. qf ANT IN Connects to an over-the-air or terrestrial antenna. qj SD OUT: VIDEO Provides standard-definition composite video signal to a DVD-Recorder, VCR OUT/S VIDEO OUT or TV set to SD OUT. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Rear Panel...
Operation Manual
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... the remote control with care. 9 Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Remote Control Inserting Batteries Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control as shown in direct sunlight, near a heat source or where the humidity is high. terminals on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. 1 2 ✍ If you anticipate not using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove...
... the remote control with care. 9 Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Remote Control Inserting Batteries Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control as shown in direct sunlight, near a heat source or where the humidity is high. terminals on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. 1 2 ✍ If you anticipate not using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove...
Operation Manual
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... may use the front panel buttons to advance forward a set period of the Live TV pause time. Introduction to cycle through the available FF speeds. PIC MODE wa TV/VIDEO ws CH (channel) +/- Press repeatedly to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button qj PREV qk AUX (Power) ql DVR (Power) w; Contact your HD DVR (see page 5). wd VOL (volume) +/- Press to operate your nearest Sony dealer to exit the guide. wf...
... may use the front panel buttons to advance forward a set period of the Live TV pause time. Introduction to cycle through the available FF speeds. PIC MODE wa TV/VIDEO ws CH (channel) +/- Press repeatedly to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button qj PREV qk AUX (Power) ql DVR (Power) w; Contact your HD DVR (see page 5). wd VOL (volume) +/- Press to operate your nearest Sony dealer to exit the guide. wf...
Operation Manual
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... the device switch will control the VCR. • If you enter a new code, it does not respond, try using another code listed for five (5) seconds. Turn to program (such as TV or DVD). 3 Press and hold the AUX POWER and MENU buttons simultaneously for that manufacturer. • You may revert to reprogram the remote control. 12 in order to be compatible with the HD DVR's remote control. 2 Slide the Remote Control's Device Switch...
... the device switch will control the VCR. • If you enter a new code, it does not respond, try using another code listed for five (5) seconds. Turn to program (such as TV or DVD). 3 Press and hold the AUX POWER and MENU buttons simultaneously for that manufacturer. • You may revert to reprogram the remote control. 12 in order to be compatible with the HD DVR's remote control. 2 Slide the Remote Control's Device Switch...
Operation Manual
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... temporarily assigned numbers for your code selection. If not proceed to step 6. 6 Press the NEXT button on the remote control to restore the factory default code setting. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) To Search for a Code to Program the Remote Control If your device is not listed in the Manufacturer's Code list, try the following: 1 Power on the HD DVR and the device that you want to operate with the HD DVR's remote control (e.g., power, volume, etc...
... temporarily assigned numbers for your code selection. If not proceed to step 6. 6 Press the NEXT button on the remote control to restore the factory default code setting. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) To Search for a Code to Program the Remote Control If your device is not listed in the Manufacturer's Code list, try the following: 1 Power on the HD DVR and the device that you want to operate with the HD DVR's remote control (e.g., power, volume, etc...
Operation Manual
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..., Listings or correct time information will not immediately be controlled by pressing the FORMAT button until correct information is received soon after completing the TV Guide On Screen System setup, you may display incorrect time and date information until the Front Panel Window displays a Format setting that is compatible with your TV and TV connections (see program guide information appear for available stations. This may also select to allow an external VCR to...
..., Listings or correct time information will not immediately be controlled by pressing the FORMAT button until correct information is received soon after completing the TV Guide On Screen System setup, you may display incorrect time and date information until the Front Panel Window displays a Format setting that is compatible with your TV and TV connections (see program guide information appear for available stations. This may also select to allow an external VCR to...
Operation Manual
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... quickly. the LISTINGS screen, but it may be delivered on system ("A" and "B" feed) a channel on the front of your HD DVR. Some channel numbers in the Initial Guide Setup section. 79 If, after a power failure information should begin to be found in another 24 hours before the program title data arrives. not been received Check the connections between the HD DVR, cable and antenna. Verify Setup information under Setup...
... quickly. the LISTINGS screen, but it may be delivered on system ("A" and "B" feed) a channel on the front of your HD DVR. Some channel numbers in the Initial Guide Setup section. 79 If, after a power failure information should begin to be found in another 24 hours before the program title data arrives. not been received Check the connections between the HD DVR, cable and antenna. Verify Setup information under Setup...
Operation Manual
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... control equipment in which is licensed as part of a sale or transfer of SONY SOFTWARE accompanying the sale or transfer of the SONY HD DVR that use or resale as part of the Excluded Modules, and for use of the SONY SOFTWARE. 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...
... control equipment in which is licensed as part of a sale or transfer of SONY SOFTWARE accompanying the sale or transfer of the SONY HD DVR that use or resale as part of the Excluded Modules, and for use of the SONY SOFTWARE. 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...
Operation Manual
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... LISTINGS 59 LISTINGS Service 64 Live TV Pause Time 37 Lock 42 Lock/Unlock 61 Lost password 83 M MAIN MENU 31 Manufacturer's Codes 14 MENU button 5 Menus Channel 33, 36 Parent 34, 35 Mono 40 Movie Rating 41 MOVIES 65 N Native 75 NAVIGATION RING 10 NEWS 65 NEXT 11 Next 52 Normal 39, 77 O Operating a DVD Player (or VCR) 16 Operating a TV 16 Operating an AMP 16 Owner's Record ii
... LISTINGS 59 LISTINGS Service 64 Live TV Pause Time 37 Lock 42 Lock/Unlock 61 Lost password 83 M MAIN MENU 31 Manufacturer's Codes 14 MENU button 5 Menus Channel 33, 36 Parent 34, 35 Mono 40 Movie Rating 41 MOVIES 65 N Native 75 NAVIGATION RING 10 NEWS 65 NEXT 11 Next 52 Normal 39, 77 O Operating a DVD Player (or VCR) 16 Operating a TV 16 Operating an AMP 16 Owner's Record ii
Operation Manual
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... 50 PCM digital audio signals 40 PIC MODE 11 PLAY 10 Playing 55 POWER button 5 Power indicator 6 Precautions v, vi Preferences Menu 36 PREV 11 Previous 52 Q Quality 71 R Rating Guidelines 46 Rating Options 41, 45 Ratings Unrated 46 REC (record) 10 REC indicator 6 REC LIST 11 Recent Channels 32 Recent Channels Options 42 Record 53, 54 Record Icon 63 Recording 37 Recording History Menu 35 RECORDINGS 59 Recordings List 34 RECORDINGS Service 67 Remind Icon 62 Remote Control 9, 29 Description...
... 50 PCM digital audio signals 40 PIC MODE 11 PLAY 10 Playing 55 POWER button 5 Power indicator 6 Precautions v, vi Preferences Menu 36 PREV 11 Previous 52 Q Quality 71 R Rating Guidelines 46 Rating Options 41, 45 Ratings Unrated 46 REC (record) 10 REC indicator 6 REC LIST 11 Recent Channels 32 Recent Channels Options 42 Record 53, 54 Record Icon 63 Recording 37 Recording History Menu 35 RECORDINGS 59 Recordings List 34 RECORDINGS Service 67 Remind Icon 62 Remote Control 9, 29 Description...