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... manual describe the controls on the remote. Icon +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R 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 -RVR -RVideo DVD RAM Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video...
... manual describe the controls on the remote. Icon +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R 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 -RVR -RVideo DVD RAM Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video...
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... 2 What is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder 8 How to Use the On-Screen Menus 10 Hookups and Settings 12 Hooking Up the Recorder 12 Step 1: Unpacking 12 Step 2: Connecting the Antenna Cable and Set Top Box Controller 12 Step 3: Connecting to Your... TV 16 Step 4: Connecting to Your AV 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...
... 2 What is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder 8 How to Use the On-Screen Menus 10 Hookups and Settings 12 Hooking Up the Recorder 12 Step 1: Unpacking 12 Step 2: Connecting the Antenna Cable and Set Top Box Controller 12 Step 3: Connecting to Your... TV 16 Step 4: Connecting to Your AV 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...
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... 14) only Cable without cable box, or antenna C (page 15) only (no cable TV) Using the cable box/satellite receiver control function The cable box/satellite receiver control function can also use the recorder's remote control to disconnect the power cord of the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug ×...
... 14) only Cable without cable box, or antenna C (page 15) only (no cable TV) Using the cable box/satellite receiver control function The cable box/satellite receiver control function can also use the recorder's remote control to disconnect the power cord of the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug ×...
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... L VIDEO OUT ANT IN TO TV Antenna cable (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 VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF...the cable box/satellite receiver. Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on . For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. ,continued 13 To watch cable or satellite programs, you can record any channel on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to use the Synchro...
... L VIDEO OUT ANT IN TO TV Antenna cable (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 VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF...the cable box/satellite receiver. Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on . For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. ,continued 13 To watch cable or satellite programs, you can record any channel on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to use the Synchro...
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... channel on the cable box (3ch or 4ch). Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on . 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...
... channel on the cable box (3ch or 4ch). Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on . 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...
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... 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 operating the recorder. Do not attempt to the markings inside the battery compartment, and insert new batteries...
... 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 operating the recorder. Do not attempt to the markings inside the battery compartment, and insert new batteries...
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... you can adjust the remote control's signal to control the AV amplifier's (receiver's) volume. VOL +/- If you connect the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you replace the batteries of your TV. Hookups and Settings Controlling TVs with the remote You can also use the supplied remote to control your TV CH +/- Manufacturer Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis...
... you can adjust the remote control's signal to control the AV amplifier's (receiver's) volume. VOL +/- If you connect the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you replace the batteries of your TV. Hookups and Settings Controlling TVs with the remote You can also use the supplied remote to control your TV CH +/- Manufacturer Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis...
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Manufacturer 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 code number is set to DVD·VIDEO, repeat the steps ...07, 18 03, 04, 12 12 14, 15 z Hint If you find the 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 amplifier ...
Manufacturer 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 code number is set to DVD·VIDEO, repeat the steps ...07, 18 03, 04, 12 12 14, 15 z Hint If you find the 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 amplifier ...
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... want to send to your amplifier (receiver), and press ENTER. Checking the cable box/satellite receiver control setting 1 Turn 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). Hookups and Settings "4:3 Letter Box": For standard TVs. For...
... want to send to your amplifier (receiver), and press ENTER. Checking the cable box/satellite receiver control setting 1 Turn 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). Hookups and Settings "4:3 Letter Box": For standard TVs. For...
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To fix the set top box controller. If your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with this recorder, contact your cable or satellite company to see if they can provide 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 the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver Once you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ Remove the backings on the double-sided tape.
To fix the set top box controller. If your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with this recorder, contact your cable or satellite company to see if they can provide 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 the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver Once you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ Remove the backings on the double-sided tape.
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.... Remote control The remote does not function. , Batteries are weak. , The remote is too far from the wall outlet for more than one minute. Then, unplug the recorder and after leaving it off for the disc tray to operate abnormally, turn off for the recorder (page... ten seconds until "SONY DVD" appears in the front panel display. , When static electricity, etc., causes the recorder to open after Synchro-Recording is set. , Check that starts first has priority and the second program starts recording only after timer recording is set for the recorder and remote. "- -:- -"...
.... Remote control The remote does not function. , Batteries are weak. , The remote is too far from the wall outlet for more than one minute. Then, unplug the recorder and after leaving it off for the disc tray to operate abnormally, turn off for the recorder (page... ten seconds until "SONY DVD" appears in the front panel display. , When static electricity, etc., causes the recorder to open after Synchro-Recording is set. , Check that starts first has priority and the second program starts recording only after timer recording is set for the recorder and remote. "- -:- -"...
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...ohms S VIDEO OUT 4-pin, mini-DIN jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, sync negative C: 0.286 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms SET TOP BOX CONTROL Mini jack General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 36 W Power back-up Back-up duration: 0 min Operating temperature 5°C...;F) Operating humidity 25% to 80% Dimensions including 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/...
...ohms S VIDEO OUT 4-pin, mini-DIN jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, sync negative C: 0.286 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms SET TOP BOX CONTROL Mini jack General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 36 W Power back-up Back-up duration: 0 min Operating temperature 5°C...;F) Operating humidity 25% to 80% Dimensions including 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/...
Operating Instructions
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... (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 +/- buttons* (21, 49, 73, 79) P ONE-TOUCH DUBBING button (96) Q DV IN jack (93) R LINE 2 IN (S VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO L (MONO)/R) jacks (28) * The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. Guide to Parts and Controls...
... (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 +/- buttons* (21, 49, 73, 79) P ONE-TOUCH DUBBING button (96) Q DV IN jack (93) R LINE 2 IN (S VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO L (MONO)/R) jacks (28) * The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. Guide to Parts and Controls...
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...cable 12 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...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" ...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 ...
...cable 12 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...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" ...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 ...
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... R Rear panel 122 REC 50, 79 REC MODE 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 REPEAT 38 Repeat A-B Play 39 REPLAY 37, 74... Audio" 39, 104 "Scene Dubbing" 90 Searching for "Chapter" 41 for "Title" 41 for "Track" 41 Time Search 41 Set top box control 12, 24, 105 Set top box controller 12, 26 Settings 97 Setup Display 97 "Simple Dubbing" 89 Slide show 44, 45 SP mode 79 Stereo programs 48, 78 STOP...
... R Rear panel 122 REC 50, 79 REC MODE 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 REPEAT 38 Repeat A-B Play 39 REPLAY 37, 74... Audio" 39, 104 "Scene Dubbing" 90 Searching for "Chapter" 41 for "Title" 41 for "Track" 41 Time Search 41 Set top box control 12, 24, 105 Set top box controller 12, 26 Settings 97 Setup Display 97 "Simple Dubbing" 89 Slide show 44, 45 SP mode 79 Stereo programs 48, 78 STOP...