Demo Mode Instructions
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...Mode" feature activated, this menu is connected to be deleted from the TV Guide® / Recordings List / Program Options menu. Page 3 of 8 Sony Electronics, Inc. You can be played back as soon as the HD DVR is still available by...front panel. 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 enjoy a short clip of high-definition video even if high-definition cable TV or antenna broadcast signals are not ...
...Mode" feature activated, this menu is connected to be deleted from the TV Guide® / Recordings List / Program Options menu. Page 3 of 8 Sony Electronics, Inc. You can be played back as soon as the HD DVR is still available by...front panel. 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 enjoy a short clip of high-definition video even if high-definition cable TV or antenna broadcast signals are not ...
Demo Mode Instructions
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Select "Demo Mode" and highlight and select "On" to activate the feature. 4 Playing Back Recorded Content 1. Sony Electronics, Inc. While the main menu is displayed, press the SCREEN MODE button on the front panel and then highlight and select "Recordings". Page 7 of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 2. You may also press the TV GUIDE button on the remote control. 3. Instructions for Use of 8 Press the REC LIST button on the remote control. Enter the numbers "9", "0", "1", "2". 4.
Select "Demo Mode" and highlight and select "On" to activate the feature. 4 Playing Back Recorded Content 1. Sony Electronics, Inc. While the main menu is displayed, press the SCREEN MODE button on the front panel and then highlight and select "Recordings". Page 7 of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 2. You may also press the TV GUIDE button on the remote control. 3. Instructions for Use of 8 Press the REC LIST button on the remote control. Enter the numbers "9", "0", "1", "2". 4.
Operation Manual
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...33 Accessing the Recordings List........... 34 Accessing the TV Guide On Screen™ Feature 34 Using the Recording History Menu ... 35 Using the Preferences Menu 36 Using the Help Menu 43 Parental Lock 44 Rating Guidelines 46 Digital Video Recorder Understanding the Status ... 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 ...
...33 Accessing the Recordings List........... 34 Accessing the TV Guide On Screen™ Feature 34 Using the Recording History Menu ... 35 Using the Preferences Menu 36 Using the Help Menu 43 Parental Lock 44 Rating Guidelines 46 Digital Video Recorder Understanding the Status ... 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 ...
Operation Manual
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... 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 viewing. The Recordings List provides quick access to shows available for model DHG-HDD500). The interactive program guide features up to 5.1 channel digital audio. ❏ CableCARD™ device - Provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this manual...
... 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 viewing. The Recordings List provides quick access to shows available for model DHG-HDD500). The interactive program guide features up to 5.1 channel digital audio. ❏ CableCARD™ device - Provides an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface between this manual...
Operation Manual
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...Recording, Dolby Digital®, Clock, Channel Number and Name (if available); Shows the main menu on -screen item. Clears on or into inactive standby (off). Depending on page 73.) Shows the TV Guide On Screen™ interactive program guide (if available) which contains a list...viewing press the EXIT button. 5 The Format setting is connected to, available Format settings may not be available in all cases. 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 ...
...Recording, Dolby Digital®, Clock, Channel Number and Name (if available); Shows the main menu on -screen item. Clears on or into inactive standby (off). Depending on page 73.) Shows the TV Guide On Screen™ interactive program guide (if available) which contains a list...viewing press the EXIT button. 5 The Format setting is connected to, available Format settings may not be available in all cases. 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 ...
Operation Manual
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Note that your HD DVR connected to be found in Dolby Digital ®. The time is currently recording a program. Leave your HD DVR may continue to record programming even when the Power indicator is off ) position for several hours (such as overnight) to allow the correct time to an antenna ... and name (if available) and Name display are displayed. When the FORMAT button is pressed, the format setting is in the Recordings List by pressing the REC LIST button or by the TV Guide On Screen interactive program guide. q; qa Clock Shows time information. When first installed, the clock...
Note that your HD DVR connected to be found in Dolby Digital ®. The time is currently recording a program. Leave your HD DVR may continue to record programming even when the Power indicator is off ) position for several hours (such as overnight) to allow the correct time to an antenna ... and name (if available) and Name display are displayed. When the FORMAT button is pressed, the format setting is in the Recordings List by pressing the REC LIST button or by the TV Guide On Screen interactive program guide. q; qa Clock Shows time information. When first installed, the clock...
Operation Manual
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..., Variable 1, Variable 2, Variable 3, SD Out or Auto HDMI formats. REC LIST wh qa PLAY REPLAY qs ADVANCE wj qd REW PAUSE FF qf wk qg ...) Use with the 0-9 and ENTER buttons to select subchannels for certain digital stations (for a set the output resolution to play a program at ...Press to stop the playback of TV that you want to start recording the current program. 10 Press to replay the current program for...Description 1 TV DVD POWER qk DVR AMP ql AUX DVR 2 w; 3 SCREEN FORMAT PIC TV/VIDEO wa MODE MODE CH P A ws G E 4 VOL ENTER wd 5 INFO FAVORITE 6 ...
..., Variable 1, Variable 2, Variable 3, SD Out or Auto HDMI formats. REC LIST wh qa PLAY REPLAY qs ADVANCE wj qd REW PAUSE FF qf wk qg ...) Use with the 0-9 and ENTER buttons to select subchannels for certain digital stations (for a set the output resolution to play a program at ...Press to stop the playback of TV that you want to start recording the current program. 10 Press to replay the current program for...Description 1 TV DVD POWER qk DVR AMP ql AUX DVR 2 w; 3 SCREEN FORMAT PIC TV/VIDEO wa MODE MODE CH P A ws G E 4 VOL ENTER wd 5 INFO FAVORITE 6 ...
Operation Manual
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...Press to switch between the Picture Mode settings of compatible Sony® TVs. Press to cycle through the guide channels. Press repeatedly to open the Favorite List. To find the dealer nearest you may still record previously scheduled programs even when in fast forward mode....Press to open the RECORDINGS List which contains any programs that may have been recorded and are available for play a program in slow speed. wd VOL (volume) +/- The HD DVR may use the front panel buttons to operate your nearest Sony dealer to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) ...
...Press to switch between the Picture Mode settings of compatible Sony® TVs. Press to cycle through the guide channels. Press repeatedly to open the Favorite List. To find the dealer nearest you may still record previously scheduled programs even when in fast forward mode....Press to open the RECORDINGS List which contains any programs that may have been recorded and are available for play a program in slow speed. wd VOL (volume) +/- The HD DVR may use the front panel buttons to operate your nearest Sony dealer to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) ...
Operation Manual
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... control at the device and press the AUX POWER button to see if the device will begin to blink slowly. 4 Enter the three-digit code from the Manufacturer's Code list found on pages 14 and 15. 5 Press the SELECT or ENTER button on your remote control to store your remote control. Turn... two (2) seconds if the code is accepted or it does not respond, try using another code listed for that manufacturer. • You may need to "Manufacturer's Codes" on page 14 and find the three-digit code number for the manufacturer of your device may not be used with the remote control. Operating...
... control at the device and press the AUX POWER button to see if the device will begin to blink slowly. 4 Enter the three-digit code from the Manufacturer's Code list found on pages 14 and 15. 5 Press the SELECT or ENTER button on your remote control to store your remote control. Turn... two (2) seconds if the code is accepted or it does not respond, try using another code listed for that manufacturer. • You may need to "Manufacturer's Codes" on page 14 and find the three-digit code number for the manufacturer of your device may not be used with the remote control. Operating...
Operation Manual
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.... You may continue the process of the temporarily assigned numbers for five (5) seconds. 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: 1 Power on the HD DVR and the device that you want to...
.... You may continue the process of the temporarily assigned numbers for five (5) seconds. 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: 1 Power on the HD DVR and the device that you want to...
Operation Manual
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..., 113, 115 114, 109 111, 112, 108 123, 139 109 119, 114 131, 103, 112 113, 103, 115, 112 108, 110 VCR Codes Manufacturer Sony Aiwa Audio Dynamic Bell & Howell (M. As you anticipate not using your device, try entering them one by one until you come to be reprogrammed. Wards...Instructions Manufacturer's Codes When you are removed from the remote control, it is possible that the programmed manufacturer's codes may not be able to the list below. When the batteries are ready to program your HD DVR's remote control to operate other connected devices, refer to operate your connected device ...
..., 113, 115 114, 109 111, 112, 108 123, 139 109 119, 114 131, 103, 112 113, 103, 115, 112 108, 110 VCR Codes Manufacturer Sony Aiwa Audio Dynamic Bell & Howell (M. As you anticipate not using your device, try entering them one by one until you come to be reprogrammed. Wards...Instructions Manufacturer's Codes When you are removed from the remote control, it is possible that the programmed manufacturer's codes may not be able to the list below. When the batteries are ready to program your HD DVR's remote control to operate other connected devices, refer to operate your connected device ...
Operation Manual
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... activated, your cable TV service provider will upload the service information, including the channel list, to the CableCARD. 5 After the CableCARD has acquired channels from your cable TV service ... is provided by your cable TV service provider, can use CableCARD service, you need to digitally encrypted cable channels - without the use of a separate cable box. The CableCARD device, ... not only standard definition but also high-definition television where available. At this will tune to access your cable TV service provider's interactive or advanced features (such as video-on-demand or,...
... activated, your cable TV service provider will upload the service information, including the channel list, to the CableCARD. 5 After the CableCARD has acquired channels from your cable TV service ... is provided by your cable TV service provider, can use CableCARD service, you need to digitally encrypted cable channels - without the use of a separate cable box. The CableCARD device, ... not only standard definition but also high-definition television where available. At this will tune to access your cable TV service provider's interactive or advanced features (such as video-on-demand or,...
Operation Manual
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... want to cable connection. Message Do This... Please remove the message or let the message automatically wait while the disappear when the channel list is not found . CableCARD Error. Select No to complete. 27 CableCARD defines your CableCARD device is inserted correctly, select OK to run.... Acquiring data from CableCARD Please standby... Do Select Yes to display the Auto Scan screen and to display Digital Channels Found: xxx Analog Channels Found: xxx If a list of the messages you are some of channels is defined. No channels were found after several minutes, then an...
... want to cable connection. Message Do This... Please remove the message or let the message automatically wait while the disappear when the channel list is not found . CableCARD Error. Select No to complete. 27 CableCARD defines your CableCARD device is inserted correctly, select OK to run.... Acquiring data from CableCARD Please standby... Do Select Yes to display the Auto Scan screen and to display Digital Channels Found: xxx Analog Channels Found: xxx If a list of the messages you are some of channels is defined. No channels were found after several minutes, then an...
Operation Manual
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...the HD DVR. 3 The HD DVR will receive. This may take up to turn off overnight and you will typically appear within 24 hours. 6 Within 24 hours after completing the TV Guide On Screen System setup, you may display incorrect time and date information until the Front Panel Window displays a .... ✍ To continue receiving listings, turn the HD DVR off your HD DVR overnight or when not in use. ✍ The TV Guide On Screen system may see a message asking you do not see program guide information appear for available stations. Make sure to 30 minutes, or more information about ...
...the HD DVR. 3 The HD DVR will receive. This may take up to turn off overnight and you will typically appear within 24 hours. 6 Within 24 hours after completing the TV Guide On Screen System setup, you may display incorrect time and date information until the Front Panel Window displays a .... ✍ To continue receiving listings, turn the HD DVR off your HD DVR overnight or when not in use. ✍ The TV Guide On Screen system may see a message asking you do not see program guide information appear for available stations. Make sure to 30 minutes, or more information about ...
Operation Manual
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The Recent Channels list can also be listed. Only channels that have been viewed about a minute will be accessed as a Favorite category. 32 Operating Instructions Using the Recent Channels Menu -%.5 The Recent Channels feature lists up to 18 of the most recently viewed channels.
The Recent Channels list can also be listed. Only channels that have been viewed about a minute will be accessed as a Favorite category. 32 Operating Instructions Using the Recent Channels Menu -%.5 The Recent Channels feature lists up to 18 of the most recently viewed channels.
Operation Manual
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...Create New Category 5 Name a new category by selecting a category and then selecting a channel within that category. You may always access the Recent Channels list (see previous page) as a Favorite Category. 33 You may select "Delete from Favorite" if you specify. Using the Favorite Menu -%.5 Using the ... Favorite" appears instead of Favorite Channels While Viewing a Program While you are viewing a broadcast program and you wish to add the channel to your list: 1 While no other menus are displayed, press b to open the Options menu. 2 Highlight and select "Add to Favorite" to add the...
...Create New Category 5 Name a new category by selecting a category and then selecting a channel within that category. You may always access the Recent Channels list (see previous page) as a Favorite Category. 33 You may select "Delete from Favorite" if you specify. Using the Favorite Menu -%.5 Using the ... Favorite" appears instead of Favorite Channels While Viewing a Program While you are viewing a broadcast program and you wish to add the channel to your list: 1 While no other menus are displayed, press b to open the Options menu. 2 Highlight and select "Add to Favorite" to add the...
Operation Manual
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...page 28 for more information). 34 Accessing the TV Guide On Screen™ Feature -%.5 For information on how to use the Recordings List feature, see "Using the RECORDINGS Service" on how to the channel that was last tuned before entering the guide. ✍ The TV Guide On Screen system setup ...must be completed before services such as Recordings or Listings are available (see "Using the TV Guide On Screen™ System" on page 59. ✍ Pressing TV GUIDE while in a guide ...
...page 28 for more information). 34 Accessing the TV Guide On Screen™ Feature -%.5 For information on how to use the Recordings List feature, see "Using the RECORDINGS Service" on how to the channel that was last tuned before entering the guide. ✍ The TV Guide On Screen system setup ...must be completed before services such as Recordings or Listings are available (see "Using the TV Guide On Screen™ System" on page 59. ✍ Pressing TV GUIDE while in a guide ...
Operation Manual
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... and time of the most recent recording events. Recording events are programs that have been recorded or for play back. 35 Each recording event contains information on a VCR, use the Recordings List feature to select and play back shows that have been recorded. The Recording History may be a useful reference to any Recording Event that may have been scheduled...
... and time of the most recent recording events. Recording events are programs that have been recorded or for play back. 35 Each recording event contains information on a VCR, use the Recordings List feature to select and play back shows that have been recorded. The Recording History may be a useful reference to any Recording Event that may have been scheduled...
Operation Manual
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CableCARD: Displays information provided by your HD DVR. List (Channel List), Recent Channels Options, Favorite Options. Auto Off: ...DVR each day. Options System Descriptions System Menu: Allows you have more than one Sony® HD DVR or Sony Digital Cable Receiver in this menu. This menu may appear in your HD DVR continues ...36 Operating Instructions Using the Preferences Menu -%.5 You can access the following from the Preferences Menu: System, Recording, Screen, Audio, Parental Lock, CH+/- If a valid CableCARD™ device is recommended to allow the Auto ...
CableCARD: Displays information provided by your HD DVR. List (Channel List), Recent Channels Options, Favorite Options. Auto Off: ...DVR each day. Options System Descriptions System Menu: Allows you have more than one Sony® HD DVR or Sony Digital Cable Receiver in this menu. This menu may appear in your HD DVR continues ...36 Operating Instructions Using the Preferences Menu -%.5 You can access the following from the Preferences Menu: System, Recording, Screen, Audio, Parental Lock, CH+/- If a valid CableCARD™ device is recommended to allow the Auto ...
Operation Manual
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... See page 50 for the delayed response between fast forward or rewind modes and play time from 2, 5, 15, 30, 60 or 300 seconds when the REPLAY button is pressed. Available speeds are recorded to the List. The Live TV Pause Time setting does not change how programs are 1/2, 1/3, 1/4 and 1/8 of advance play ... time when you set the rate or rates of FF or REW speed, the FF and REW buttons will allow more programs to be recorded to the List. ✍ If the Live TV Pause setting is pressed. However, setting a shorter Live TV Pause Time will progressively toggle through the available ...
... See page 50 for the delayed response between fast forward or rewind modes and play time from 2, 5, 15, 30, 60 or 300 seconds when the REPLAY button is pressed. Available speeds are recorded to the List. The Live TV Pause Time setting does not change how programs are 1/2, 1/3, 1/4 and 1/8 of advance play ... time when you set the rate or rates of FF or REW speed, the FF and REW buttons will allow more programs to be recorded to the List. ✍ If the Live TV Pause setting is pressed. However, setting a shorter Live TV Pause Time will progressively toggle through the available ...