Demo Mode Instructions
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... This feature may still be deleted from the TV Guide® / Recordings List / Program Options menu. Sony Electronics, Inc. Instructions for Use of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 1 Introduction: Demo Mode The High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) models DHG-HDD250 and DHGHDD500 feature attractive high-definition video content that can be activated by pressing the → button on the...
... This feature may still be deleted from the TV Guide® / Recordings List / Program Options menu. Sony Electronics, Inc. Instructions for Use of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 1 Introduction: Demo Mode The High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) models DHG-HDD250 and DHGHDD500 feature attractive high-definition video content that can be activated by pressing the → button on the...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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...into a slot on the DCR product. The generic term for these products is another term for release in the near future include digital video recorders DHG-HDD250 & DHG-HDD500 and the following digital televisions (DTVs): • KD-34XBR960 • KD-30XS955 • KD-34XS955 • KD-36XS955 • KDP-51WS655 ...8226; KDF-60WF655 • KDF-55XS955 • KDF-60XS955 What does Plug-and-Play mean ? How does DCR benefit consumers? Sony DCR products that are available to consumers now or have been publicly announced for DCR used during the cable and consumer electronics industry ...
...into a slot on the DCR product. The generic term for these products is another term for release in the near future include digital video recorders DHG-HDD250 & DHG-HDD500 and the following digital televisions (DTVs): • KD-34XBR960 • KD-30XS955 • KD-34XS955 • KD-36XS955 • KDP-51WS655 ...8226; KDF-60WF655 • KDF-55XS955 • KDF-60XS955 What does Plug-and-Play mean ? How does DCR benefit consumers? Sony DCR products that are available to consumers now or have been publicly announced for DCR used during the cable and consumer electronics industry ...
Operation Manual
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Connecting Additional Equipment 2-176-411-22(1) High-Definition Digital Video Recorder Operation Manual DHG-HDD250 DHG-HDD500 © 2005 Sony Corporation
Connecting Additional Equipment 2-176-411-22(1) High-Definition Digital Video Recorder Operation Manual DHG-HDD250 DHG-HDD500 © 2005 Sony Corporation
Operation Manual
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... that provides guidelines for help. Model Number: Serial Number: NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ❏ Operate the HD Digital Video Recorder only on , the user is connected. ❏ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for proper grounding and, in... accordance with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this Sony product, please contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center at the rear of electric shock to the following measures: ❏ Reorient or relocate the ...
... that provides guidelines for help. Model Number: Serial Number: NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ❏ Operate the HD Digital Video Recorder only on , the user is connected. ❏ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for proper grounding and, in... accordance with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this Sony product, please contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center at the rear of electric shock to the following measures: ❏ Reorient or relocate the ...
Operation Manual
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...may require the use of a leased set-top box available directly from the cable operator. This high-definition digital video recorder also includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you must be used under license from Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. Availability of...product incorporates copyright protection technology that you to receive unencrypted digital cable television programming via subscription service to a cable TV service provider. Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video-on the type of Sony Corporation. The TV Guide On Screen system is a ...
...may require the use of a leased set-top box available directly from the cable operator. This high-definition digital video recorder also includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you must be used under license from Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. Availability of...product incorporates copyright protection technology that you to receive unencrypted digital cable television programming via subscription service to a cable TV service provider. Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video-on the type of Sony Corporation. The TV Guide On Screen system is a ...
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Table of Contents Connecting Additional Equipment Introduction to 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... the SETUP Service 69 Recording a Program from TV Guide On Screen System 70 References Learning About Available Video Services 73 Learning About Screen Modes...........76 TROUBLESHOOTING 79 Specifications 84 END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH YOUR SONY HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER 85 GNU GENERAL PUBLIC...
Table of Contents Connecting Additional Equipment Introduction to 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... the SETUP Service 69 Recording a Program from TV Guide On Screen System 70 References Learning About Available Video Services 73 Learning About Screen Modes...........76 TROUBLESHOOTING 79 Specifications 84 END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH YOUR SONY HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER 85 GNU GENERAL PUBLIC...
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Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Congratulations on your retailer or cable TV service provider for the following . Be sure to receive encrypted digital cable programming from many cable TV service providers. This manual is a difference in the recording capacity between the two models, both models feature the same...
Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Congratulations on your retailer or cable TV service provider for the following . Be sure to receive encrypted digital cable programming from many cable TV service providers. This manual is a difference in the recording capacity between the two models, both models feature the same...
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... in this HD DVR and any HDMI-equipped TV. Pause, rewind and fast forward shows 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 a high-quality video output to shows available for the clearest possible broadcast picture. ❏ Digital Video Recorder -
... in this HD DVR and any HDMI-equipped TV. Pause, rewind and fast forward shows 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 a high-quality video output to shows available for the clearest possible broadcast picture. ❏ Digital Video Recorder -
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... the joystick to select an on the screen. Shows the main menu on -screen item. Navigate on or into inactive standby (off). 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...
... the joystick to select an on the screen. Shows the main menu on -screen item. Navigate on or into inactive standby (off). 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...
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.... When using the adapter, a separate audio connection is supplied by your cable TV service outlet. qg Component Video Provides high-definition or standard-definition component video signal to a monitor with a DVI-HDTV input. 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...
.... When using the adapter, a separate audio connection is supplied by your cable TV service outlet. qg Component Video Provides high-definition or standard-definition component video signal to a monitor with a DVI-HDTV input. 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...
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... of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. ✍ Avoid exposing the remote control to match the + and - 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...
... of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. ✍ Avoid exposing the remote control to match the + and - 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...
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...Press to switch between the Picture Mode settings of compatible Sony® TVs. Press to replay the current program from the previous Chapter Mark (if available) or from the beginning of the Live TV pause time. Press to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button qj PREV qk AUX (Power)... a set period of time when playing back a recorded program. PIC MODE wa TV/VIDEO ws CH (channel) +/- Press to switch between the various inputs of your TV. (See "Using your nearest Sony dealer to change channels. Press to "Contacting Sony" on page 16.) Press to order a suitable replacement...
...Press to switch between the Picture Mode settings of compatible Sony® TVs. Press to replay the current program from the previous Chapter Mark (if available) or from the beginning of the Live TV pause time. Press to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button qj PREV qk AUX (Power)... a set period of time when playing back a recorded program. PIC MODE wa TV/VIDEO ws CH (channel) +/- Press to switch between the various inputs of your TV. (See "Using your nearest Sony dealer to change channels. Press to "Contacting Sony" on page 16.) Press to order a suitable replacement...
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... the factory default code setting. You may continue the process of the temporarily assigned numbers for your device from the table below. 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...
... the factory default code setting. You may continue the process of the temporarily assigned numbers for your device from the table below. 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...
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Digital Video Recorder Understanding the Status Bar The Status Bar provides information about the currently displayed program. 1 While viewing a program, press the V button or any of the Trick ...
Digital Video Recorder Understanding the Status Bar The Status Bar provides information about the currently displayed program. 1 While viewing a program, press the V button or any of the Trick ...
Operation Manual
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...). 2 Continue pressing the REW or FF button until the play live or recorded programs. Each time the REW or FF button is pressed, the next available SLOW speed begins. Using Trick Play Features m REW and FF M (Rewind) (Fast Forward) Digital Video Recorder 1 Press the REW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) button to rewind or...
...). 2 Continue pressing the REW or FF button until the play live or recorded programs. Each time the REW or FF button is pressed, the next available SLOW speed begins. Using Trick Play Features m REW and FF M (Rewind) (Fast Forward) Digital Video Recorder 1 Press the REW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) button to rewind or...
Operation Manual
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... returning to schedule a one time recording of a recorded program. Recording Live Programs REC (Record) Button in the future, use the TV Guide On Screen™ feature to stop playback of the current program. 53 x STOP Digital Video Recorder 1 Press the STOP button to find programs and schedule recordings. Recording Programs Scheduled Recordings Programs can be recorded for more information on scheduled...
... returning to schedule a one time recording of a recorded program. Recording Live Programs REC (Record) Button in the future, use the TV Guide On Screen™ feature to stop playback of the current program. 53 x STOP Digital Video Recorder 1 Press the STOP button to find programs and schedule recordings. Recording Programs Scheduled Recordings Programs can be recorded for more information on scheduled...
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..."delete episode". To Do This... While viewing a recorded program and no additional recordings will also automatically appear when a recorded program has reached its end. ✍ Some programs may be reached. Digital Video Recorder Playing Recorded Programs Programs that case, no other menus are scheduled... with the "keep until " setting at "I delete", the HD DVR's maximum recording capacity may be automatically deleted, depending on the ...
..."delete episode". To Do This... While viewing a recorded program and no additional recordings will also automatically appear when a recorded program has reached its end. ✍ Some programs may be reached. Digital Video Recorder Playing Recorded Programs Programs that case, no other menus are scheduled... with the "keep until " setting at "I delete", the HD DVR's maximum recording capacity may be automatically deleted, depending on the ...
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While viewing a recorded program and no other menus are displayed, press the b button to edit. Select the Edit Chapter Mark option and then select which Chapter Mark you ... End of the Chapter Mark, go to highlight the available Chapter Marks. Skip to the next Chapter Mark Navigate to that point in the program. Digital Video Recorder Using Chapter Marks To Do This...
While viewing a recorded program and no other menus are displayed, press the b button to edit. Select the Edit Chapter Mark option and then select which Chapter Mark you ... End of the Chapter Mark, go to highlight the available Chapter Marks. Skip to the next Chapter Mark Navigate to that point in the program. Digital Video Recorder Using Chapter Marks To Do This...
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... OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 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. Any such data files will operate without warranty of any other notices and provisions...
... OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 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. Any such data files will operate without warranty of any other notices and provisions...
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... 40 Current Service Label 63 Custom 38 D Default Analog Audio 40 Default Digital Audio 40 Delete Category 42 Deleting 55 DEVICE SWITCH 10 Diagnostics 36 Digital Audio Optical 24 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 8 Digital Reception 4 Digital Video Recorder 4 Display Formats 75 Display Window 5 Dolby Digital 40 Dolby Digital indicator 6 DVD Players 15 DVI 19 DVR (Power) 11 Index Connecting Additional...
... 40 Current Service Label 63 Custom 38 D Default Analog Audio 40 Default Digital Audio 40 Delete Category 42 Deleting 55 DEVICE SWITCH 10 Diagnostics 36 Digital Audio Optical 24 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 8 Digital Reception 4 Digital Video Recorder 4 Display Formats 75 Display Window 5 Dolby Digital 40 Dolby Digital indicator 6 DVD Players 15 DVI 19 DVR (Power) 11 Index Connecting Additional...