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...DVD RAM Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video mode Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for DVD-RAMs VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD Functions available for VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format Functions available for VHS... available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in this manual describe the controls on the remote. The explanations do not apply to discs created on this recorder.
...DVD RAM Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video mode Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for DVD-RAMs VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD Functions available for VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format Functions available for VHS... available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in this manual describe the controls on the remote. The explanations do not apply to discs created on this recorder.
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... Amplifier (Receiver 18 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord 20 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 20 Step 7: Easy Setup 23 Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device 28 Quick Guide to Disc Types 30 Recordable and Playable Discs 30 Playable Discs 33 DVD Operation DVD Playback 35 Playing 35 Playback Options 36 Playing a Title From the Title...
... Amplifier (Receiver 18 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord 20 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 20 Step 7: Easy Setup 23 Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device 28 Quick Guide to Disc Types 30 Recordable and Playable Discs 30 Playable Discs 33 DVD Operation DVD Playback 35 Playing 35 Playback Options 36 Playing a Title From the Title...
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...and UHF antennas, use an external antenna connector (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the recorder. • If you reach "Connecting the Power Cord" on . To use the recorder's remote control to prevent unwanted noise. • See the instructions supplied with hookup A or B. You... can also use the cable box/satellite receiver control function, you have separate cables for timer recording. Note to CATV system installer (in ...
...and UHF antennas, use an external antenna connector (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the recorder. • If you reach "Connecting the Power Cord" on . To use the recorder's remote control to prevent unwanted noise. • See the instructions supplied with hookup A or B. You... can also use the cable box/satellite receiver control function, you have separate cables for timer recording. Note to CATV system installer (in ...
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...channel on . Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to use the Synchro-...(supplied) to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder LINE 1 IN VIDEO to LINE 1 IN AUDIO AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT...PB L PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R OUT AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow Note Synchro-Recording does not work with a video/audio output With this hookup, you need to match the channel on the cable box...
...channel on . Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to use the Synchro-...(supplied) to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder LINE 1 IN VIDEO to LINE 1 IN AUDIO AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT...PB L PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R OUT AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow Note Synchro-Recording does not work with a video/audio output With this hookup, you need to match the channel on the cable box...
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Set top box controller (supplied) Cable box ANT IN TO TV Wall to SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder SET TOP BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR SET TOP BOX ... this hookup, you need to match the channel on the recorder (3ch or 4ch) to antenna input 14 To watch cable programs, you can record any channel on the satellite receiver or cable box. Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on . Be sure that the cable box or satellite...
Set top box controller (supplied) Cable box ANT IN TO TV Wall to SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder SET TOP BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR SET TOP BOX ... this hookup, you need to match the channel on the recorder (3ch or 4ch) to antenna input 14 To watch cable programs, you can record any channel on the satellite receiver or cable box. Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on . Be sure that the cable box or satellite...
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... only after the front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. to AC outlet AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L Y R PB PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for a short while before...
... only after the front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. to AC outlet AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L Y R PB PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for a short while before...
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...source Number buttons and Select the channel on or off VOL +/- VOL +/- When the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the... previously entered will be erased. • When you can adjust the remote control's signal to control your TV CH +/- Manufacturer Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daewoo Daytron Fisher General Electric Hitachi J.C.Penney..., 19 02, 03, 04, 08 08, 21 06, 16 ,continued 21 If you connect the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you replace the batteries of your TV. Notes • Depending on the...
...source Number buttons and Select the channel on or off VOL +/- VOL +/- When the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the... previously entered will be erased. • When you can adjust the remote control's signal to control your TV CH +/- Manufacturer Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daewoo Daytron Fisher General Electric Hitachi J.C.Penney..., 19 02, 03, 04, 08 08, 21 06, 16 ,continued 21 If you connect the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you replace the batteries of your TV. Notes • Depending on the...
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... Code number Sony 78, 79, 80, 91 Denon 84, 85, 86 Kenwood 92, 93 Onkyo 81, 82, 83 Pioneer 99 Sansui 87 Technics 97, 98 Yamaha 94, 95, 96 Controlling the volume of controllable AV amplifiers (receivers) If more than one that works with the remote TV/DVD·VIDEO ...switch "/1 Number buttons VOL +/- 1 Slide the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch to DVD·VIDEO. 2 Hold down "/1, and enter the manufacturer code (see the table below) for your AV...
... Code number Sony 78, 79, 80, 91 Denon 84, 85, 86 Kenwood 92, 93 Onkyo 81, 82, 83 Pioneer 99 Sansui 87 Technics 97, 98 Yamaha 94, 95, 96 Controlling the volume of controllable AV amplifiers (receivers) If more than one that works with the remote TV/DVD·VIDEO ...switch "/1 Number buttons VOL +/- 1 Slide the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch to DVD·VIDEO. 2 Hold down "/1, and enter the manufacturer code (see the table below) for your AV...
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... cable box/satellite receiver). 3 Press CH +/- Hookups and Settings "4:3 Letter Box": For standard TVs. Note To record TV programs using the timer, you cannot get the recorder to the previous display Press O RETURN. The setup display for selecting the type of DTS signal appears. Displays "wide... has a DTS decoder, select "On." "16:9": For wide-screen TVs or standard TVs with bands on the recorder and the cable box/ satellite receiver. 2 Point the recorder's remote at the recorder (not at "Set Top Box Control" in the "Setup" display (page 108). If you must set top ...
... cable box/satellite receiver). 3 Press CH +/- Hookups and Settings "4:3 Letter Box": For standard TVs. Note To record TV programs using the timer, you cannot get the recorder to the previous display Press O RETURN. The setup display for selecting the type of DTS signal appears. Displays "wide... has a DTS decoder, select "On." "16:9": For wide-screen TVs or standard TVs with bands on the recorder and the cable box/ satellite receiver. 2 Point the recorder's remote at the recorder (not at "Set Top Box Control" in the "Setup" display (page 108). If you must set top ...
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Remove the backings on the double-sided tape. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ If your cable or satellite company to the set top box controller. To fix the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver Once you have confirmed that the set top box controller controls your cable box or satellite receiver, affix it in place. 1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to see if they can provide you with this recorder, contact your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver.
Remove the backings on the double-sided tape. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ If your cable or satellite company to the set top box controller. To fix the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver Once you have confirmed that the set top box controller controls your cable box or satellite receiver, affix it in place. 1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to see if they can provide you with this recorder, contact your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver.
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...recorder's command mode appears on the remote so it matches the mode you operate the remote. Hookups and Settings 4 Select "Command Mode," and press ENTER. No Disc Options Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Language Parental Front Display Command Mode Factory Setting Setup 10:10 AM : AutDoVD 1 : DVDD1VDN2o DVD 3 5 Select the command mode ("DVD 1," "DVD... 2," or "DVD 3"), and press ENTER. 6 Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the front panel display when you selected above. Set the remote's command mode to the...
...recorder's command mode appears on the remote so it matches the mode you operate the remote. Hookups and Settings 4 Select "Command Mode," and press ENTER. No Disc Options Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Language Parental Front Display Command Mode Factory Setting Setup 10:10 AM : AutDoVD 1 : DVDD1VDN2o DVD 3 5 Select the command mode ("DVD 1," "DVD... 2," or "DVD 3"), and press ENTER. 6 Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the front panel display when you selected above. Set the remote's command mode to the...
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... are connected to hear. • When you select one of the language abbreviation. "A-B" (Repeat A-B Play): Repeats a specific portion (page 39). +RW +R DVD -RWVR -RVR RAM -RWVideo -RVideo VCD * * With PBC function off the display. Notes • You cannot use the repeat play in similar surroundings. ...difficult to an amplification system. Select an item using the TOOLS menu (page 11). • During playback or pause mode, the recorder's m/ M buttons and the remote's .PREV/>NEXT buttons work the same way (page 37). When playing a CD "Track": Repeats the current track. To avoid ...
... are connected to hear. • When you select one of the language abbreviation. "A-B" (Repeat A-B Play): Repeats a specific portion (page 39). +RW +R DVD -RWVR -RVR RAM -RWVideo -RVideo VCD * * With PBC function off the display. Notes • You cannot use the repeat play in similar surroundings. ...difficult to an amplification system. Select an item using the TOOLS menu (page 11). • During playback or pause mode, the recorder's m/ M buttons and the remote's .PREV/>NEXT buttons work the same way (page 37). When playing a CD "Track": Repeats the current track. To avoid ...
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... (page 23) from step 5. 108 Select this if the default command mode conflicts with other DVD equipment. The setup settings return to make initial settings. For details, see "If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder" on the remote to their default settings. 3 Press ENTER when "Finish" appears. Command Mode Changes the command...
... (page 23) from step 5. 108 Select this if the default command mode conflicts with other DVD equipment. The setup settings return to make initial settings. For details, see "If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder" on the remote to their default settings. 3 Press ENTER when "Finish" appears. Command Mode Changes the command...
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... cord, and press "/1 on the recorder. , The remote is reading disc information, the System Menu, TOOLS menu, or information display will not appear. Then, unplug the recorder and after you press Z OPEN/CLOSE. , It may take a few seconds for the recorder (page 26). Leave the recorder off for both the Sony DVD equipment. Set the same command...
... cord, and press "/1 on the recorder. , The remote is reading disc information, the System Menu, TOOLS menu, or information display will not appear. Then, unplug the recorder and after you press Z OPEN/CLOSE. , It may take a few seconds for the recorder (page 26). Leave the recorder off for both the Sony DVD equipment. Set the same command...
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... projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) Approx. 430 × 82 × 334 mm (Approx. 17 × 3 1/4 × 131/4 inches) Mass Approx. 4.8 kg (Approx. 10.6 lbs) Supplied accessories Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Antenna cable (1) Audio/video cord (1) Set top box controller (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 116
... projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) Approx. 430 × 82 × 334 mm (Approx. 17 × 3 1/4 × 131/4 inches) Mass Approx. 4.8 kg (Approx. 10.6 lbs) Supplied accessories Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Antenna cable (1) Audio/video cord (1) Set top box controller (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 116
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... 79) F A (eject) button (72) G z REC (record) button (49, 79) H m/M (rewind/fast-forward) buttons (38) I H (play) button (35, 72) X (pause) button (36, 49, 74, 79) x (stop) button (35, 49, 72, 79) J SELECT DVD/VIDEO buttons (35, 49, 72, 79) K (remote sensor) (20) L Front panel display (47, 76) M ...PROGRESSIVE indicator (17, 101) N SYNCHRO REC indicator (53, 83) O CHANNEL/TRACKING +/- Front panel Buttons on the recorder have the same or similar names. Guide to Parts ...
... 79) F A (eject) button (72) G z REC (record) button (49, 79) H m/M (rewind/fast-forward) buttons (38) I H (play) button (35, 72) X (pause) button (36, 49, 74, 79) x (stop) button (35, 49, 72, 79) J SELECT DVD/VIDEO buttons (35, 49, 72, 79) K (remote sensor) (20) L Front panel display (47, 76) M ...PROGRESSIVE indicator (17, 101) N SYNCHRO REC indicator (53, 83) O CHANNEL/TRACKING +/- Front panel Buttons on the recorder have the same or similar names. Guide to Parts ...
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... 119 Additional Information Remote For DVD functions Slide the cover Buttons with an orange dot next to them can be used with your TV when the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is set to TV. A TV/DVD·VIDEO switch (21) B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (35, 49, 94) C DVD button (35, ...49) D Number buttons* (21, 36) SET button (21) E CLEAR button (42) F AUDIO button* (36) SUBTITLE button (36) G ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST button (40, 59) H DISPLAY button (46) TIME/TEXT button (47) I TOP MENU button (35) J M/m/ NEXT buttons (36) M m / M (search) buttons (36) N ZOOM button (36) O z REC (record) button...
... 119 Additional Information Remote For DVD functions Slide the cover Buttons with an orange dot next to them can be used with your TV when the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is set to TV. A TV/DVD·VIDEO switch (21) B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (35, 49, 94) C DVD button (35, ...49) D Number buttons* (21, 36) SET button (21) E CLEAR button (42) F AUDIO button* (36) SUBTITLE button (36) G ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST button (40, 59) H DISPLAY button (46) TIME/TEXT button (47) I TOP MENU button (35) J M/m/ NEXT buttons (36) M m / M (search) buttons (36) N ZOOM button (36) O z REC (record) button...
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...to your AV/amplifier (receiver) 18 to your TV 16 "Connections" 105 Controlling TVs with the remote 21 "Copy" 69 Copy protection 49, 123 Copy-Free 49 Copy-Never 49 Copy-Once 49... Touch Dubbing" 96 "DV/D8 Simple Dubbing" 95 "DVD Auto Chapter" 104 DVD Editing 58 DVD VIDEO 33, 123 DVD+R 30, 123 DVD+R DL 30 DVD+RW 30, 123 DVD-R 30, 123 DVD-RAM 33 DVD-RW 30, 123 E Easy Setup 108 "Edit" 55...F "Factory Setting" 108 Fast forward 37, 74 Fast reverse 37, 74 Feature settings 104 Finalizing 91 "Format DVD-RW" 105 Formatting 49, 70 "Front Display" 107 Front panel 118 Front panel display 122 H Handling discs 114...
...to your AV/amplifier (receiver) 18 to your TV 16 "Connections" 105 Controlling TVs with the remote 21 "Copy" 69 Copy protection 49, 123 Copy-Free 49 Copy-Never 49 Copy-Once 49... Touch Dubbing" 96 "DV/D8 Simple Dubbing" 95 "DVD Auto Chapter" 104 DVD Editing 58 DVD VIDEO 33, 123 DVD+R 30, 123 DVD+R DL 30 DVD+RW 30, 123 DVD-R 30, 123 DVD-RAM 33 DVD-RW 30, 123 E Easy Setup 108 "Edit" 55...F "Factory Setting" 108 Fast forward 37, 74 Fast reverse 37, 74 Feature settings 104 Finalizing 91 "Format DVD-RW" 105 Formatting 49, 70 "Front Display" 107 Front panel 118 Front panel display 122 H Handling discs 114...
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... 50, 79 Recording 48, 78 recordable discs 30 recording format 30 recording mode 48 tape speed 78 while watching another program 50, 79 Recording mode 48, 78 Recording time 48, 51 Region code 34 Remaining time 47, 80 Remote 20, 119 ... 72, 79 Sub-menu 11 SUBTITLE 36 "Subtitle" 106 SUR (surround) 37 SYNCHRO REC 54, 83 "Synchro Recording" 54, 83, 105 System Menu 10 T "Tape Length" 105 Tape speed 78 "Time Zone" 100 TIME/...TEXT 47, 76 TIMER 52, 81 Timer List 55, 84 Timer recording 51, 81 change or cancel 55, 84 Title 124 "Title Dubbing" 90 "Title Erase" 60, 66 TITLE...
... 50, 79 Recording 48, 78 recordable discs 30 recording format 30 recording mode 48 tape speed 78 while watching another program 50, 79 Recording mode 48, 78 Recording time 48, 51 Region code 34 Remaining time 47, 80 Remote 20, 119 ... 72, 79 Sub-menu 11 SUBTITLE 36 "Subtitle" 106 SUR (surround) 37 SYNCHRO REC 54, 83 "Synchro Recording" 54, 83, 105 System Menu 10 T "Tape Length" 105 Tape speed 78 "Time Zone" 100 TIME/...TEXT 47, 76 TIMER 52, 81 Timer List 55, 84 Timer recording 51, 81 change or cancel 55, 84 Title 124 "Title Dubbing" 90 "Title Erase" 60, 66 TITLE...