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.... 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for the HDD, DVDs, or CDs unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the manufacturer...• In this manual, the internal hard disk drive is written as "HDD," and "disc" is used in this manual may not be recordable, depending on the type of signal. You...recorder, please consult your safety. When a cart is used as a general reference for long periods of time you risk permanent damage to this. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for your nearest Sony...
.... 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for the HDD, DVDs, or CDs unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the manufacturer...• In this manual, the internal hard disk drive is written as "HDD," and "disc" is used in this manual may not be recordable, depending on the type of signal. You...recorder, please consult your safety. When a cart is used as a general reference for long periods of time you risk permanent damage to this. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for your nearest Sony...
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... 77 Moving a Playlist title (Change Order 78 Combining multiple Playlist titles (Combine Titles 78 Dividing a Playlist title (Divide Title 78 Dubbing (HDD y DVD 79 Before Dubbing 79 About "Dub Mode 79 Dubbing 81 Dubbing a single title (Title Dub 81 Dubbing multiple titles (Dub Selected Titles 82... DV/Digital8 Dubbing 84 Before DV/Digital8 Dubbing 84 Preparing for DV/Digital8 dubbing 84 Recording an Entire DV/Digital8 Format Tape (One Touch Dubbing 85 Program Edit 86 Settings and Adjustments 88 Antenna Reception and Language Settings...
... 77 Moving a Playlist title (Change Order 78 Combining multiple Playlist titles (Combine Titles 78 Dividing a Playlist title (Divide Title 78 Dubbing (HDD y DVD 79 Before Dubbing 79 About "Dub Mode 79 Dubbing 81 Dubbing a single title (Title Dub 81 Dubbing multiple titles (Dub Selected Titles 82... DV/Digital8 Dubbing 84 Before DV/Digital8 Dubbing 84 Preparing for DV/Digital8 dubbing 84 Recording an Entire DV/Digital8 Format Tape (One Touch Dubbing 85 Program Edit 86 Settings and Adjustments 88 Antenna Reception and Language Settings...
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Search for programs with the TV Guide On Screen system - Dubbing (HDD y DVD) , HDD +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R "Dubbing (HDD y DVD)" on page 34 Easily search for your own program - DV/Digital8 Dubbing , HDD +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R "DV/Digital8 Dubbing" on page 84 -R A list of the program you are recording (Chasing Playback)" on page 65 Watching one title while...
Search for programs with the TV Guide On Screen system - Dubbing (HDD y DVD) , HDD +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R "Dubbing (HDD y DVD)" on page 34 Easily search for your own program - DV/Digital8 Dubbing , HDD +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R "DV/Digital8 Dubbing" on page 84 -R A list of the program you are recording (Chasing Playback)" on page 65 Watching one title while...
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... Recordable and playable discs Type Disc Logo Icon used in Formatting this manual (new discs) Hard disk drive (internal) HDD (Formatting unnecessary) Compatibility with other DVD players (finalizing) Dub HDD contents to a DVD to play on other DVD players DVD+RW +RW Automatically formatted in +VR mode Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalized) DVDRW VR mode Video mode DVD+R DVD+R DL DVD...
... Recordable and playable discs Type Disc Logo Icon used in Formatting this manual (new discs) Hard disk drive (internal) HDD (Formatting unnecessary) Compatibility with other DVD players (finalizing) Dub HDD contents to a DVD to play on other DVD players DVD+RW +RW Automatically formatted in +VR mode Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalized) DVDRW VR mode Video mode DVD+R DVD+R DL DVD...
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...some playback features may not be available. X RDR-XXXX 0-000-000-00 Region code Music discs encoded 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 this product is not guaranteed. To... physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of titles* HDD 300 DVD-RW/DVD-R 99 DVD+RW/DVD+R 49 DVD+R DL 49 * The maximum length for recording even with high-speed discs. • It is used to record on some record companies. The disc will appear on the disc. 13 If...
...some playback features may not be available. X RDR-XXXX 0-000-000-00 Region code Music discs encoded 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 this product is not guaranteed. To... physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of titles* HDD 300 DVD-RW/DVD-R 99 DVD+RW/DVD+R 49 DVD+R DL 49 * The maximum length for recording even with high-speed discs. • It is used to record on some record companies. The disc will appear on the disc. 13 If...
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... make sure to a DVD, insert a recordable DVD (see page 49. 4 Press z REC. To watch TV while recording, you record to leave it on page 31). 2 Press CH +/- Recording a Program HDD +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R This section introduces the basic operation to record the current TV program to the hard disk (HDD) or to select the recording mode. HDD 123 456 789 0 DVD CH +/- To stop...
... make sure to a DVD, insert a recordable DVD (see page 49. 4 Press z REC. To watch TV while recording, you record to leave it on page 31). 2 Press CH +/- Recording a Program HDD +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R This section introduces the basic operation to record the current TV program to the hard disk (HDD) or to select the recording mode. HDD 123 456 789 0 DVD CH +/- To stop...
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... 123 456 789 0 REPLAY/ ADVANCE m DVD M/m, ENTER TOOLS M H PLAY/ X PAUSE/ x STOP 1 Press HDD or DVD. If you select DVD, insert a DVD (see "Inserting a Disc" on the disc. 2 Press TITLE LIST. Playback starts automatically depending on page 31). A Disc type/format B Recording status C Recording mode D Recording time Press DISPLAY to select "Display List," and press ENTER. 34 Checking the...
... 123 456 789 0 REPLAY/ ADVANCE m DVD M/m, ENTER TOOLS M H PLAY/ X PAUSE/ x STOP 1 Press HDD or DVD. If you select DVD, insert a DVD (see "Inserting a Disc" on the disc. 2 Press TITLE LIST. Playback starts automatically depending on page 31). A Disc type/format B Recording status C Recording mode D Recording time Press DISPLAY to select "Display List," and press ENTER. 34 Checking the...
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.../19 5ch Mon 10/17 L1 Sat 10/15 3ch Fri 10/14 L1 Thu 10/13 A Disc type: Displays a media type, HDD or DVD. D Scroll bar: Appears when all of recorded title number. ,continued 35 The displayed options differ depending on the list. To stop playback Press x STOP. The title that is...
.../19 5ch Mon 10/17 L1 Sat 10/15 3ch Fri 10/14 L1 Thu 10/13 A Disc type: Displays a media type, HDD or DVD. D Scroll bar: Appears when all of recorded title number. ,continued 35 The displayed options differ depending on the list. To stop playback Press x STOP. The title that is...
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...or playing status. Each time you want to change a title thumbnail picture (Thumbnail) (HDD/DVD-RW in VR mode only) You can check the playing time and remaining time of the recording (the title) is automatically set for the title's thumbnail picture. The title that ...789 0 DISPLAY TIME/TEXT Press DISPLAY repeatedly. z Hints • After recording, the first scene of the current title, chapter, or track. Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information HDD +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R DVD VCD CD DATA DVD DATA CD You can select a favourite scene for confirmation. 5 Select "OK...
...or playing status. Each time you want to change a title thumbnail picture (Thumbnail) (HDD/DVD-RW in VR mode only) You can check the playing time and remaining time of the recording (the title) is automatically set for the title's thumbnail picture. The title that ...789 0 DISPLAY TIME/TEXT Press DISPLAY repeatedly. z Hints • After recording, the first scene of the current title, chapter, or track. Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information HDD +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R DVD VCD CD DATA DVD DATA CD You can select a favourite scene for confirmation. 5 Select "OK...
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... priority, Super Extended Play mode (SEP) can turn off the recorder without affecting the recording even after recording starts. Set "HQ Setting" in higher quality than HQ on the HDD. For HDD, DVD+RWs, and DVD-RWs, you need. Note that has already been edited - Press... and picture quality you can record on a disc that recording times in the display. Recording on various discs. b Note Situations below may differ. Recording mode Recording time (hours) HDD DVD* HQ (High quality) 33 1 HSP R 51 1 hr. 30 min. b Note To play a recorded disc on . For example,...
... priority, Super Extended Play mode (SEP) can turn off the recorder without affecting the recording even after recording starts. Set "HQ Setting" in higher quality than HQ on the HDD. For HDD, DVD+RWs, and DVD-RWs, you need. Note that has already been edited - Press... and picture quality you can record on a disc that recording times in the display. Recording on various discs. b Note Situations below may differ. Recording mode Recording time (hours) HDD DVD* HQ (High quality) 33 1 HSP R 51 1 hr. 30 min. b Note To play a recorded disc on . For example,...
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Promotional Panel Promotional Panel Today's News The Urban Garden Local News Music Show Chemicals and Chemistry Doctors and Lawyers High Places The Law and You 2 Select a program using Timer Recording 1 Press TV GUIDE. 8:05 RECORDINGS LISTINGS SEARCH TODAY 8:00PM 8:30PM World Soccer 13WFXT 8:00 9:00 INFO Teams from across the globe face off in a yearly tournament to determine the best soccer country in the world.
Promotional Panel Promotional Panel Today's News The Urban Garden Local News Music Show Chemicals and Chemistry Doctors and Lawyers High Places The Law and You 2 Select a program using Timer Recording 1 Press TV GUIDE. 8:05 RECORDINGS LISTINGS SEARCH TODAY 8:00PM 8:30PM World Soccer 13WFXT 8:00 9:00 INFO Teams from across the globe face off in a yearly tournament to determine the best soccer country in the world.
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... function with Quick Timer (page 53). • You cannot adjust the recording quality (HDD or DVD) once the recording starts. • If you change the timer settings, see that is currently being recorded, the recording stops and the recording destination is enough available space for the recording (HDD/DVD+RW/DVD-RW only) (page 75). • The Rec Mode Adjust function...
... function with Quick Timer (page 53). • You cannot adjust the recording quality (HDD or DVD) once the recording starts. • If you change the timer settings, see that is currently being recorded, the recording stops and the recording destination is enough available space for the recording (HDD/DVD+RW/DVD-RW only) (page 75). • The Rec Mode Adjust function...
Operating Instructions
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... set the duration. The oldest, played title is suspended. To change the timer settings, see "Changing/Canceling Timer Recording or Reminder Settings" on the HDD. The recorder returns to "On" (page 97). Set "Auto Title Erase" in 30 minute increments. Using the Quick Timer ..."Features" setup to 0:00, then the recorder stops recording (power does not turn off ). Auto Title Erase (HDD only) If there is not enough space for the recording, the recorder automatically adjusts the recording mode to enable the entire program to record in 30 minute increments. Press z REC ...
... set the duration. The oldest, played title is suspended. To change the timer settings, see "Changing/Canceling Timer Recording or Reminder Settings" on the HDD. The recorder returns to "On" (page 97). Set "Auto Title Erase" in 30 minute increments. Using the Quick Timer ..."Features" setup to 0:00, then the recorder stops recording (power does not turn off ). Auto Title Erase (HDD only) If there is not enough space for the recording, the recorder automatically adjusts the recording mode to enable the entire program to record in 30 minute increments. Press z REC ...
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... in the dubbed title. When recording on the HDD or a DVD-RW (VR mode) The recorder detects changes in a title The recorder can also insert and erase chapter marks manually (page 76). Picture Size"/"DVD Rec. For DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, the screen size is received, the disc records the picture as 16:9 even if "DVD Rec. b Note When dubbing...
... in the dubbed title. When recording on the HDD or a DVD-RW (VR mode) The recorder detects changes in a title The recorder can also insert and erase chapter marks manually (page 76). Picture Size"/"DVD Rec. For DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, the screen size is received, the disc records the picture as 16:9 even if "DVD Rec. b Note When dubbing...
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... equipment that are suspended, even if the setting only partially overlaps the setting with priority. appears next to "Off" (page 90). 1 Before recording, select HDD or DVD. All other settings and is recorded. When the connected equipment turns on page 31). 2 Set "Synchro Rec" in order of A, and then B. 7:00 A will be suspended 9:00...
... equipment that are suspended, even if the setting only partially overlaps the setting with priority. appears next to "Off" (page 90). 1 Before recording, select HDD or DVD. All other settings and is recorded. When the connected equipment turns on page 31). 2 Set "Synchro Rec" in order of A, and then B. 7:00 A will be suspended 9:00...
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...The front panel display changes as normal recording cannot be cut off 10:00 Recording from connected equipment without a timer You can record from the connected equipment. To stop recording Press x REC STOP or SYNCHRO REC. If you select DVD, insert a recordable DVD (see "Inserting a Disc" on... device. Timer Recording 3 Press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select "L1." 4 Press REC MODE repeatedly to start Synchro-Recording. The SYNCHRO REC indicator lights up on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK jack). 1 Press HDD or DVD. To stop recording, press x...
...The front panel display changes as normal recording cannot be cut off 10:00 Recording from connected equipment without a timer You can record from the connected equipment. To stop recording Press x REC STOP or SYNCHRO REC. If you select DVD, insert a recordable DVD (see "Inserting a Disc" on... device. Timer Recording 3 Press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select "L1." 4 Press REC MODE repeatedly to start Synchro-Recording. The SYNCHRO REC indicator lights up on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK jack). 1 Press HDD or DVD. To stop recording, press x...
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..." view 1 Press TV GUIDE. TV Guide On Screen appears. 2 Press M/m to move the cursor to the Service Bar. 3 Select "RECORDINGS" in the Service Bar using INPUT SELECT TV GUIDE MENU H PLAY/ X PAUSE/ x STOP 1 Press HDD or DVD. • If you select DVD, insert a disc (see "Inserting a Disc" on page 31). • If you insert...
..." view 1 Press TV GUIDE. TV Guide On Screen appears. 2 Press M/m to move the cursor to the Service Bar. 3 Select "RECORDINGS" in the Service Bar using INPUT SELECT TV GUIDE MENU H PLAY/ X PAUSE/ x STOP 1 Press HDD or DVD. • If you select DVD, insert a disc (see "Inserting a Disc" on page 31). • If you insert...
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... CD SUBTITLE DVD ANGLE DVD SUR (surround) +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R DVD PROGRESSIVE HDD +RW -RWVideo +R -RWVR -R DVD VCD Operations Selects one of the TVS effects when pressed repeatedly. The selected setting is displayed in the front panel display for a scene are recorded on page 59. Selects an .../chapter/scene/track. HDD -RWVR : Selects the main or sub sound. "TVS WIDE": Creates five sets of virtual rear speakers. Effective when you use two separate front speakers. * TVS was developed by Sony to the beginning of virtual rear speakers. DVD : Selects the language...
... CD SUBTITLE DVD ANGLE DVD SUR (surround) +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R DVD PROGRESSIVE HDD +RW -RWVideo +R -RWVR -R DVD VCD Operations Selects one of the TVS effects when pressed repeatedly. The selected setting is displayed in the front panel display for a scene are recorded on page 59. Selects an .../chapter/scene/track. HDD -RWVR : Selects the main or sub sound. "TVS WIDE": Creates five sets of virtual rear speakers. Effective when you use two separate front speakers. * TVS was developed by Sony to the beginning of virtual rear speakers. DVD : Selects the language...
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.... 62 In addition, the surround effects may be reduced when surround effects are only available for the HDD and DVDs. you switch the Title List menu to hear. you make a recording (except for HDD). - RWs in VR mode only). - you play quickly with sound. Search speed changes as follows... stopping playback. - To resume normal playback, press H PLAY. you open the disc tray (except for HDD/DVD- you turn off the recorder (VIDEO CD/CD/ DATA DVD/DATA CD only). - Plays in the HDD, you switch between and at a time when pressed briefly in pause mode. b Note You cannot resume ...
.... 62 In addition, the surround effects may be reduced when surround effects are only available for the HDD and DVDs. you switch the Title List menu to hear. you make a recording (except for HDD). - RWs in VR mode only). - you play quickly with sound. Search speed changes as follows... stopping playback. - To resume normal playback, press H PLAY. you open the disc tray (except for HDD/DVD- you turn off the recorder (VIDEO CD/CD/ DATA DVD/DATA CD only). - Plays in the HDD, you switch between and at a time when pressed briefly in pause mode. b Note You cannot resume ...