Limited Warranty
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...Product for hardware or software usage and it does not cover product issues caused by defects in the United States. For specific instructions on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may have other rights which vary from the ...or reformatted during service and Sony will , at its original specifications. It is valid only in material or workmanship dur ing ordinary consumer use , acts of God, misuse, limitations of technology, or modification of protection to state. 3-084-930-02 ® DVD Recorder BD Player LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S.
...Product for hardware or software usage and it does not cover product issues caused by defects in the United States. For specific instructions on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may have other rights which vary from the ...or reformatted during service and Sony will , at its original specifications. It is valid only in material or workmanship dur ing ordinary consumer use , acts of God, misuse, limitations of technology, or modification of protection to state. 3-084-930-02 ® DVD Recorder BD Player LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S.
Operating Instructions
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...Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 © 2005 Sony Corporation For other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service Centre at the rear of Mind Warranty Replacement service. Record the serial number in the U.S.A Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at... whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of the unit. 2-637-174-12(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX315 For customers in the space provided below. Model No. RDR-GX315 Serial No For customers in...
...Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 © 2005 Sony Corporation For other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service Centre at the rear of Mind Warranty Replacement service. Record the serial number in the U.S.A Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at... whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of the unit. 2-637-174-12(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX315 For customers in the space provided below. Model No. RDR-GX315 Serial No For customers in...
Operating Instructions
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...cord must be operated in a horizontal position only. 2 Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with this DVD recorder is connected. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - On power sources • Operate the...particular installation. Precautions On safety Should any change or modifications not expressly approved in a residential installation. On placement • Place the recorder in a location with the instructions, may be determined by turning the equipment off . • If you are not going to use of optical instruments with the...
...cord must be operated in a horizontal position only. 2 Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with this DVD recorder is connected. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - On power sources • Operate the...particular installation. Precautions On safety Should any change or modifications not expressly approved in a residential installation. On placement • Place the recorder in a location with the instructions, may be determined by turning the equipment off . • If you are not going to use of optical instruments with the...
Operating Instructions
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...RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R DVD VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD Meaning Functions available for DVD+RWs Functions available for DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-RWs in video mode Functions available for DVD+Rs Functions available for DVD-Rs Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for VIDEO CDs ... Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. 4 You can also use the controls on the recorder if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The on the remote. About this manual • Instructions in this...
...RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R DVD VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD Meaning Functions available for DVD+RWs Functions available for DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-RWs in video mode Functions available for DVD+Rs Functions available for DVD-Rs Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for VIDEO CDs ... Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. 4 You can also use the controls on the recorder if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The on the remote. About this manual • Instructions in this...
Operating Instructions
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..."Surround1," "Surround2," or "Surround3" of the surround effects (page 33). z Hint For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components. Notes • After you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings under license from the...recorder cannot play Linear PCM soundtracks of 2 channels or more. • When outputting from Dolby Laboratories. A Connecting to a digital audio input jack Use this connection if your speakers. • With a coaxial or optical digital connection, you cannot switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-...
..."Surround1," "Surround2," or "Surround3" of the surround effects (page 33). z Hint For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components. Notes • After you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings under license from the...recorder cannot play Linear PCM soundtracks of 2 channels or more. • When outputting from Dolby Laboratories. A Connecting to a digital audio input jack Use this connection if your speakers. • With a coaxial or optical digital connection, you cannot switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-...
Operating Instructions
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...to the LINE 2 IN jacks on page 50. S VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO L R S video cord (not supplied) Audio/video cord (not supplied) to this DVD recorder. • Do not connect the yellow LINE 2 IN (VIDEO) jack when using the Synchro Rec function. CHANNEL + : Signal flow Notes • You cannot dub...front panel Connect a VCR or similar device to the LINE 2 IN jacks of this recorder. Connect the equipment to the LINE 1 IN jacks of the audio/video cord. VCR, etc. See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. If the equipment has an S video jack, you...
...to the LINE 2 IN jacks on page 50. S VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO L R S video cord (not supplied) Audio/video cord (not supplied) to this DVD recorder. • Do not connect the yellow LINE 2 IN (VIDEO) jack when using the Synchro Rec function. CHANNEL + : Signal flow Notes • You cannot dub...front panel Connect a VCR or similar device to the LINE 2 IN jacks of this recorder. Connect the equipment to the LINE 1 IN jacks of the audio/video cord. VCR, etc. See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. If the equipment has an S video jack, you...
Operating Instructions
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...the disc's contents will also play on this recorder. RDR-GX315 X Region code No. Note that you try to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs may not be played on this recorder due to play any other side. However,...features may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is used to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on the same DVD-RW. Also, see the operating instructions for recording even with high-speed discs. Region code (DVD VIDEO only) Your recorder has a region code printed on the ...
...the disc's contents will also play on this recorder. RDR-GX315 X Region code No. Note that you try to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs may not be played on this recorder due to play any other side. However,...features may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is used to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on the same DVD-RW. Also, see the operating instructions for recording even with high-speed discs. Region code (DVD VIDEO only) Your recorder has a region code printed on the ...
Operating Instructions
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...interactively using the number buttons and press ENTER. To register or change the password, see "Parental (DVD VIDEOs only)" on the disc. Note Sound will be played repeatedly. Then follow the instructions in the "Setup" display (page 79). To use the PBC functions, press MENU again to locate... stopped playing is cleared when: - you edit the title after stopping a disc to be interrupted during Scan Audio. The recorder starts playback. Playing quickly with sound (Scan Audio) (DVDs with Dolby Digital soundtracks only) You can play quickly with dialog or sound during FF1 fast-forward of...
...interactively using the number buttons and press ENTER. To register or change the password, see "Parental (DVD VIDEOs only)" on the disc. Note Sound will be played repeatedly. Then follow the instructions in the "Setup" display (page 79). To use the PBC functions, press MENU again to locate... stopped playing is cleared when: - you edit the title after stopping a disc to be interrupted during Scan Audio. The recorder starts playback. Playing quickly with sound (Scan Audio) (DVDs with Dolby Digital soundtracks only) You can play quickly with dialog or sound during FF1 fast-forward of...
Operating Instructions
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... to start playback, it is displayed as an asterisk. When you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD containing only JPEG files, the "Photo" display appears. Playback See the instructions supplied with the CD-R/CDRW/DVD-R/DVD-RW drives and the recording software (not supplied) for details on the disc tray. z Hints • Since a disc with many...
... to start playback, it is displayed as an asterisk. When you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD containing only JPEG files, the "Photo" display appears. Playback See the instructions supplied with the CD-R/CDRW/DVD-R/DVD-RW drives and the recording software (not supplied) for details on the disc tray. z Hints • Since a disc with many...
Operating Instructions
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The selected image is displayed over the entire screen. The following menu icons appear in the upper part of the screen. : Returns to turn on/off the menu icons. To display the previous or next image, press ./>. Press TOOLS to the "Photo" display. : Starts the slide show 1 Press To play the slide show (page 42). : Rotates the image (page 42). : Zooms the image (page 42). Directory information Photo \\abc\defg 10:10 AM Slide Show Page 1 / 2 To display the previous or next page, press ./>. 4 Select an image file, and press ENTER. The "Photo" display appears. 3 Select a folder, ...
The selected image is displayed over the entire screen. The following menu icons appear in the upper part of the screen. : Returns to turn on/off the menu icons. To display the previous or next image, press ./>. Press TOOLS to the "Photo" display. : Starts the slide show 1 Press To play the slide show (page 42). : Rotates the image (page 42). : Zooms the image (page 42). Directory information Photo \\abc\defg 10:10 AM Slide Show Page 1 / 2 To display the previous or next page, press ./>. 4 Select an image file, and press ENTER. The "Photo" display appears. 3 Select a folder, ...
Operating Instructions
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... tape for input only. Operation is straightforward because the DVD recorder will not output signals. • You cannot use the DV IN jack and record on this recorder. Connect the camera to the section on page 50. To record from a DV/D8 format tape. Notes •...the front panel. See the instruction manual supplied with this recorder. your digital video camera. For more information about i.LINK, see "Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec)" on dubbing. DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 t DVD) DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 t DVD) Before DV/D8 Dubbing This ...
... tape for input only. Operation is straightforward because the DVD recorder will not output signals. • You cannot use the DV IN jack and record on this recorder. Connect the camera to the section on page 50. To record from a DV/D8 format tape. Notes •...the front panel. See the instruction manual supplied with this recorder. your digital video camera. For more information about i.LINK, see "Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec)" on dubbing. DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 t DVD) DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 t DVD) Before DV/D8 Dubbing This ...
Operating Instructions
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... the tape in step 13 of the tape stops, One Touch Dubbing ends automatically. To stop recording. 72 Follow the instructions appearing on page 70. When playback of "Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD" on the TV screen. Note that it may take a few seconds for the whole process, and completes...
... the tape in step 13 of the tape stops, One Touch Dubbing ends automatically. To stop recording. 72 Follow the instructions appearing on page 70. When playback of "Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD" on the TV screen. Note that it may take a few seconds for the whole process, and completes...
Operating Instructions
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... "4:3 Pan Scan" or vice versa. Select the setting that best suits the program you want. Enhances details in the front panel and the recorder outputs progressive signals. Settings and Adjustments 16:9 4:3 Letter Box 4:3 Pan Scan Note Depending on the disc, "4:3 Letter Box" may be selected.... This setting is increased. Standard Cinema 1 Cinema 2 Personal Off Displays a standard picture. Picture Control You can adjust the video signal of DVD or VIDEO CD (with PBC function off) from the LINE OUT 1 jacks (page 15). White colors become brighter and black colors become richer...
... "4:3 Pan Scan" or vice versa. Select the setting that best suits the program you want. Enhances details in the front panel and the recorder outputs progressive signals. Settings and Adjustments 16:9 4:3 Letter Box 4:3 Pan Scan Note Depending on the disc, "4:3 Letter Box" may be selected.... This setting is increased. Standard Cinema 1 Cinema 2 Personal Off Displays a standard picture. Picture Control You can adjust the video signal of DVD or VIDEO CD (with PBC function off) from the LINE OUT 1 jacks (page 15). White colors become brighter and black colors become richer...
Operating Instructions
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... this to run the Easy Setup program. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is reset to make initial settings. Start Cancel 4 Select "Start," and press ENTER. 5 Follow the instructions for Easy Setup (page 22) from step 5. DVD 3 The default command mode of your previous settings will be lost. 1 After step 3 above, select "Factory...
... this to run the Easy Setup program. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is reset to make initial settings. Start Cancel 4 Select "Start," and press ENTER. 5 Follow the instructions for Easy Setup (page 22) from step 5. DVD 3 The default command mode of your previous settings will be lost. 1 After step 3 above, select "Factory...
Operating Instructions
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.... , If the picture output signal from a DVD player, VCR, or tuner goes through your VCR to get to your TV. TV program pictures are distorted. , Reorient the TV antenna. , Adjust the picture (see the TV's instruction manual). , Place the recorder and TV farther apart. , Place the TV ...and any of the disc is no picture. , Re-connect all connecting cords securely. , The connecting cords are connected to a combination TV/VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal applied to your TV (page 12). , Switch the input selector on your nearest Sony...
.... , If the picture output signal from a DVD player, VCR, or tuner goes through your VCR to get to your TV. TV program pictures are distorted. , Reorient the TV antenna. , Adjust the picture (see the TV's instruction manual). , Place the recorder and TV farther apart. , Place the TV ...and any of the disc is no picture. , Re-connect all connecting cords securely. , The connecting cords are connected to a combination TV/VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal applied to your TV (page 12). , Switch the input selector on your nearest Sony...
Operating Instructions
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... does not come from the beginning. , Resume play was not finalized (page 67). The recorder starts playing the disc automatically. , The DVD VIDEO features an auto playback function. See the instruction manual supplied with the labeled side facing up. , The disc is low on the amplifier or... the connection to the amplifier is incorrect. , The recorder is in "Audio" setup to start playback from ...
... does not come from the beginning. , Resume play was not finalized (page 67). The recorder starts playing the disc automatically. , The DVD VIDEO features an auto playback function. See the instruction manual supplied with the labeled side facing up. , The disc is low on the amplifier or... the connection to the amplifier is incorrect. , The recorder is in "Audio" setup to start playback from ...
Quick Start Guide
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... 480p format signals, you to listen to Dolby Digital or DTS surround effects. to RF IN RF T to RF OUT 1 to your DVD recorder. ©2005 Sony Corporation Printed in the Operating Instructions. For further explanations, see "Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver)" in China 2-637-175-11(1) AK68-00783A You have... OPTICAL S VIDEO to your VCR If you do not need : X2 (one audio/video cord is supplied) X3 (one of the same kind and length. RDR-GX315 Follow the three steps below to connect, setup and make recordings on the DVD recorder.
... 480p format signals, you to listen to Dolby Digital or DTS surround effects. to RF IN RF T to RF OUT 1 to your DVD recorder. ©2005 Sony Corporation Printed in the Operating Instructions. For further explanations, see "Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver)" in China 2-637-175-11(1) AK68-00783A You have... OPTICAL S VIDEO to your VCR If you do not need : X2 (one audio/video cord is supplied) X3 (one of the same kind and length. RDR-GX315 Follow the three steps below to connect, setup and make recordings on the DVD recorder.
Quick Start Guide
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...flashing, so be made . hint Don't know what's going on your cable box to the DVD recorder's antenna input jack, select channel 2, 3 or 4, whichever channel is inserted. 3 Press REC. For instructions on how to fit). HQ, HSP, SP, LSP, LP, EP, SLP, or SEP HQ offers... the input selector on your cable box. 2 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the type of the DVD recorder, press INPUT SELECT until "LINE1" appears in the Operating Instructions. 1 Press CH+/- If no cable TV), select "Antenna." Antenna Cable Move ENTER Enter Return SYSTEM MENU Exit 8 The ...
...flashing, so be made . hint Don't know what's going on your cable box to the DVD recorder's antenna input jack, select channel 2, 3 or 4, whichever channel is inserted. 3 Press REC. For instructions on how to fit). HQ, HSP, SP, LSP, LP, EP, SLP, or SEP HQ offers... the input selector on your cable box. 2 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the type of the DVD recorder, press INPUT SELECT until "LINE1" appears in the Operating Instructions. 1 Press CH+/- If no cable TV), select "Antenna." Antenna Cable Move ENTER Enter Return SYSTEM MENU Exit 8 The ...