Demo Mode Instructions
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... appears at the end of a recorded program. 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 be played back as soon as the HD DVR is connected to a TV. You can enjoy a short clip of 8 Sony Electronics, Inc. The HD...
... appears at the end of a recorded program. 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 be played back as soon as the HD DVR is connected to a TV. You can enjoy a short clip of 8 Sony Electronics, Inc. The HD...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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... Sony DCR products that are available to cable networks. How does DCR benefit consumers? DCR enables consumers to receive digital programming, including HDTV signals, without a set-top box and will allow for release in the near future include digital video recorders DHG-HDD250 & DHG-HDD500 and the following digital ... What does Plug-and-Play mean ? Plug-and-Play is another term for these products is a digital TV, digital video recorder or other device capable of digital recorders, to be easily connected to consumers now or have been publicly announced for an array of new devices...
... Sony DCR products that are available to cable networks. How does DCR benefit consumers? DCR enables consumers to receive digital programming, including HDTV signals, without a set-top box and will allow for release in the near future include digital video recorders DHG-HDD250 & DHG-HDD500 and the following digital ... What does Plug-and-Play mean ? Plug-and-Play is another term for these products is a digital TV, digital video recorder or other device capable of digital recorders, to be easily connected to consumers now or have been publicly announced for an array of new devices...
Operation Manual
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Connecting Additional Equipment 2-176-411-22(1) High-Definition Digital Video Recorder Operation Manual DHG-HDD250 DHG-HDD500 © 2005 Sony Corporation
Connecting Additional Equipment 2-176-411-22(1) High-Definition Digital Video Recorder Operation Manual DHG-HDD250 DHG-HDD500 © 2005 Sony Corporation
Operation Manual
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...before operating it further. If this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other for help. Protecting the HD Digital Video Recorder ❏ To prevent internal heat build-up, do not use this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception... antennas. ❏ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ❏ Connect the equipment into the outlet, contact your Sony dealer regarding this device must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in a residential installation. To reduce the risk of the...
...before operating it further. If this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other for help. Protecting the HD Digital Video Recorder ❏ To prevent internal heat build-up, do not use this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception... antennas. ❏ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ❏ Connect the equipment into the outlet, contact your Sony dealer regarding this device must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in a residential installation. To reduce the risk of the...
Operation Manual
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... or disassembly is used with an appropriate antenna and display device that is required to view encrypted subscription digital programming. This high-definition digital video recorder also includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you must be used under license by Macrovision Corporation, and...HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Use of this copyright protection technology must provide. This equipment is intended to receive and decode signals transmitted according to ATSC Digital Television Standard A/53 and is ...
... or disassembly is used with an appropriate antenna and display device that is required to view encrypted subscription digital programming. This high-definition digital video recorder also includes a QAM demodulator which should allow you must be used under license by Macrovision Corporation, and...HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Use of this copyright protection technology must provide. This equipment is intended to receive and decode signals transmitted according to ATSC Digital Television Standard A/53 and is ...
Operation Manual
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Table of Contents Connecting Additional Equipment Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Package Contents 3 Optional Item 3 Features 4 Front Panel Indicators and Controls .. 5 Display Window 6 Rear Panel Connectors 7 Remote ...Using the SETUP 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 GENERAL PUBLIC ...
Table of Contents Connecting Additional Equipment Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Package Contents 3 Optional Item 3 Features 4 Front Panel Indicators and Controls .. 5 Display Window 6 Rear Panel Connectors 7 Remote ...Using the SETUP 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 GENERAL PUBLIC ...
Operation Manual
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... the same operation. Package Contents The package contains the following models: DHG-HDD250 and DHG-HDD500. Contact your purchase of CableCARD devices. 3 Although there is to be used for information about the availability of the Sony® HD Digital Video Recorder. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Introduction to receive encrypted digital cable programming from many cable TV service providers.
... the same operation. Package Contents The package contains the following models: DHG-HDD250 and DHG-HDD500. Contact your purchase of CableCARD devices. 3 Although there is to be used for information about the availability of the Sony® HD Digital Video Recorder. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Introduction to receive encrypted digital cable programming from many cable TV service providers.
Operation Manual
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... forward shows at least 30 hours of high-definition programming or up to search and automatically record programs. ❏ Component Video (Y PB PR) Output - Provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels that will enjoy with your cable TV service provider about CableCARD in HDTV for the clearest possible broadcast picture. ❏ Digital Video Recorder - You can also...
... forward shows at least 30 hours of high-definition programming or up to search and automatically record programs. ❏ Component Video (Y PB PR) Output - Provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels that will enjoy with your cable TV service provider about CableCARD in HDTV for the clearest possible broadcast picture. ❏ Digital Video Recorder - You can also...
Operation Manual
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...normal viewing. Choose the best format for your TV (See "Learning About Available Video Services" on the type of the HD DVR with the following indicators: Power, Recording, Dolby Digital®, Clock, Channel Number and Name (if available); The Format setting is connected... 3, SD Out and Auto HDMI. Shows the current status of TV that the HD DVR is displayed when pressing the FORMAT button. 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 Joystick...
...normal viewing. Choose the best format for your TV (See "Learning About Available Video Services" on the type of the HD DVR with the following indicators: Power, Recording, Dolby Digital®, Clock, Channel Number and Name (if available); The Format setting is connected... 3, SD Out and Auto HDMI. Shows the current status of TV that the HD DVR is displayed when pressing the FORMAT button. 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 Joystick...
Operation Manual
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... a monitor with a DVI-HDTV input. When using the adapter, a separate audio connection is set . Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Rear Panel Connectors RE RG RH RI RK RL RM X XB XT XE XG Connection Description qd ...OUT Provides analog audio signals to a monitor(s). qk HDMI OUT Provides an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between the HD DVR and an HDMI-compatible monitor. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports either standard-definition or high-definition video, plus up to a OUT (Y PB PR) Y/PB/PR-compatible monitor. qf ...
... a monitor with a DVI-HDTV input. When using the adapter, a separate audio connection is set . Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Rear Panel Connectors RE RG RH RI RK RL RM X XB XT XE XG Connection Description qd ...OUT Provides analog audio signals to a monitor(s). qk HDMI OUT Provides an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between the HD DVR and an HDMI-compatible monitor. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports either standard-definition or high-definition video, plus up to a OUT (Y PB PR) Y/PB/PR-compatible monitor. qf ...
Operation Manual
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Be sure to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Remote Control Inserting Batteries Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control as shown in direct sunlight, near a heat source or where the humidity is high. Handle the remote control with care. 9 Introduction to match the + and - terminals on the batteries to the diagram inside...
Be sure to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Remote Control Inserting Batteries Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control as shown in direct sunlight, near a heat source or where the humidity is high. Handle the remote control with care. 9 Introduction to match the + and - terminals on the batteries to the diagram inside...
Operation Manual
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...the HD DVR on page 16.) Press to open the RECORDINGS List which contains any programs that may use the front panel buttons to operate your nearest Sony dealer to switch between the Picture Mode settings of compatible Sony® TVs. Press to order a suitable replacement remote...by mode. Press repeatedly to Live TV when playing back a recorded program. ✍ If you lose your remote control, you , please refer to "Contacting Sony" on page 16.) Press to play a program in slow speed. Press again to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button qj PREV qk AUX (Power) ql ...
...the HD DVR on page 16.) Press to open the RECORDINGS List which contains any programs that may use the front panel buttons to operate your nearest Sony dealer to switch between the Picture Mode settings of compatible Sony® TVs. Press to order a suitable replacement remote...by mode. Press repeatedly to Live TV when playing back a recorded program. ✍ If you lose your remote control, you , please refer to "Contacting Sony" on page 16.) Press to play a program in slow speed. Press again to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button qj PREV qk AUX (Power) ql ...
Operation Manual
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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 ...
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 ...
Operation Manual
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Digital Video Recorder Understanding the Status Bar The Status Bar provides information about the currently displayed program. 1 While viewing a program, press the V button or any of the Trick ...
Digital Video Recorder Understanding the Status Bar The Status Bar provides information about the currently displayed program. 1 While viewing a program, press the V button or any of the Trick ...
Operation Manual
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... rewind or fast forward speed begins. Available speeds include 1/2, 1/3, 1/4 and 1/8 (see page 37). 2 Continue pressing the REW or FF button until the play live or recorded programs. Each time the REW or FF button is pressed, the next available SLOW speed begins. Available speeds include 3X, 9X, 30X and 90X (see... play mode returns or simply press the PLAY button to return to normal viewing. 51 Using Trick Play Features m REW and FF M (Rewind) (Fast Forward) Digital Video Recorder 1 Press the REW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) button to rewind or fast forward live or...
... rewind or fast forward speed begins. Available speeds include 1/2, 1/3, 1/4 and 1/8 (see page 37). 2 Continue pressing the REW or FF button until the play live or recorded programs. Each time the REW or FF button is pressed, the next available SLOW speed begins. Available speeds include 3X, 9X, 30X and 90X (see... play mode returns or simply press the PLAY button to return to normal viewing. 51 Using Trick Play Features m REW and FF M (Rewind) (Fast Forward) Digital Video Recorder 1 Press the REW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) button to rewind or fast forward live or...
Operation Manual
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...8482; feature to find programs and schedule recordings. To schedule programs that will broadcast in TV Guide On Screen Listings 1 Press the TV Guide button to open the TV Guide On Screen Listings screen. x STOP Digital Video Recorder 1 Press the STOP button to stop ...playback of the current program. 53 Recording Programs Scheduled Recordings Programs can be recorded for more information on scheduled recordings. The STOP button has no function when viewing live TV....
...8482; feature to find programs and schedule recordings. To schedule programs that will broadcast in TV Guide On Screen Listings 1 Press the TV Guide button to open the TV Guide On Screen Listings screen. x STOP Digital Video Recorder 1 Press the STOP button to stop ...playback of the current program. 53 Recording Programs Scheduled Recordings Programs can be recorded for more information on scheduled recordings. The STOP button has no function when viewing live TV....
Operation Manual
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... play back. 3 Press button to delete the program. ✍ The Options menu will be completed. In that have been recorded can be manually deleted. Manually delete a program from the RECORDINGS List. Digital Video Recorder Playing Recorded Programs Programs that case, no other menus are scheduled with the "keep until" setting and on the remote control and...
... play back. 3 Press button to delete the program. ✍ The Options menu will be completed. In that have been recorded can be manually deleted. Manually delete a program from the RECORDINGS List. Digital Video Recorder Playing Recorded Programs Programs that case, no other menus are scheduled with the "keep until" setting and on the remote control and...
Operation Manual
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Skip to the next Chapter Mark Navigate to edit. You can select to display the Options Menu. Digital Video Recorder Using Chapter Marks To Do This... Select the Edit Chapter Mark option and then select which Chapter Mark you would like to a Chapter Mark Edit a ... the remote control to display the status bar and press V again to the Chapter Mark or hide/un-hide the Chapter Mark. 57 While viewing a recorded program and no Chapter Marks have been set, the PREV or NEXT buttons will jump to the default Chapter Marks at the Start or End...
Skip to the next Chapter Mark Navigate to edit. You can select to display the Options Menu. Digital Video Recorder Using Chapter Marks To Do This... Select the Edit Chapter Mark option and then select which Chapter Mark you would like to a Chapter Mark Edit a ... the remote control to display the status bar and press V again to the Chapter Mark or hide/un-hide the Chapter Mark. 57 While viewing a recorded program and no Chapter Marks have been set, the PREV or NEXT buttons will jump to the default Chapter Marks at the Start or End...
Operation Manual
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... property laws and treaties. References END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH YOUR SONY HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING AGREEMENT BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH THE HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER ("HD DVR") PRODUCT. The SONY SOFTWARE may use with the SONY HD DVR product that use of the suppliers (software suppliers, service providers, or...
... property laws and treaties. References END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH YOUR SONY HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING AGREEMENT BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE INCLUDED WITH THE HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER ("HD DVR") PRODUCT. The SONY SOFTWARE may use with the SONY HD DVR product that use of the suppliers (software suppliers, service providers, or...
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... 40 Current Service Label 63 Custom 38 D Default Analog Audio 40 Default Digital Audio 40 Delete Category 42 Deleting 55 DEVICE SWITCH 10 Diagnostics 36 Digital Audio Optical 24 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 8 Digital Reception 4 Digital Video Recorder 4 Display Formats 75 Display Window 5 Dolby Digital 40 Dolby Digital indicator 6 DVD Players 15 DVI 19 DVR (Power) 11 Index Connecting Additional...
... 40 Current Service Label 63 Custom 38 D Default Analog Audio 40 Default Digital Audio 40 Delete Category 42 Deleting 55 DEVICE SWITCH 10 Diagnostics 36 Digital Audio Optical 24 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 8 Digital Reception 4 Digital Video Recorder 4 Display Formats 75 Display Window 5 Dolby Digital 40 Dolby Digital indicator 6 DVD Players 15 DVI 19 DVR (Power) 11 Index Connecting Additional...