Demo Mode Instructions
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Sony Electronics, Inc. You can enjoy a short clip ...is pre-recorded and is available to be activated by pressing the → button on the remote control or front panel. With the "Demo Mode" feature activated, this document. Page 3 of high-definition video even if high-definition cable TV... automatically 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 ...
Sony Electronics, Inc. You can enjoy a short clip ...is pre-recorded and is available to be activated by pressing the → button on the remote control or front panel. With the "Demo Mode" feature activated, this document. Page 3 of high-definition video even if high-definition cable TV... automatically 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 ...
Demo Mode Instructions
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...MODE button on your TV: 1. Sony Electronics, Inc. Check that is first powered on, the Auto Setup Welcome screen will only be used to the TV 2. If the HD DVR will automatically appear. If you may follow the on-screen instructions of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 2 Optional First Steps 2.1 Checking... for Use of the Auto Setup and TV Guide® Setup. Check the connections from the HD DVR to play the pre-recorded content (such as "1080", "720p", "SD OUT", etc.) and the below Welcome screen on the remote control. 2. Enter the numbers "1", "1", "2", "0". Page 4 of 8
...MODE button on your TV: 1. Sony Electronics, Inc. Check that is first powered on, the Auto Setup Welcome screen will only be used to the TV 2. If the HD DVR will automatically appear. If you may follow the on-screen instructions of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 2 Optional First Steps 2.1 Checking... for Use of the Auto Setup and TV Guide® Setup. Check the connections from the HD DVR to play the pre-recorded content (such as "1080", "720p", "SD OUT", etc.) and the below Welcome screen on the remote control. 2. Enter the numbers "1", "1", "2", "0". Page 4 of 8
Demo Mode Instructions
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... can be received. Disabling this feature will be tuned. Page 5 of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 4. Press the EXIT button on the remote control to skip the TV Guide Setup. ♪ Note: After skipping the Auto Setup... program guide information to add channels later. Highlight and select "Preferences". Sony Electronics, Inc. 3. Instructions for Use of 8 Press the MENU button on the remote control or front panel to display the main menu. Use the Preferences... appear. Use the TV Guide Setup menu to allow recorded material to disable the Auto Off feature.
... can be received. Disabling this feature will be tuned. Page 5 of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 4. Press the EXIT button on the remote control to skip the TV Guide Setup. ♪ Note: After skipping the Auto Setup... program guide information to add channels later. Highlight and select "Preferences". Sony Electronics, Inc. 3. Instructions for Use of 8 Press the MENU button on the remote control or front panel to display the main menu. Use the Preferences... appear. Use the TV Guide Setup menu to allow recorded material to disable the Auto Off feature.
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Highlight and select "System". Highlight and select "Auto Off". 4. Page 6 of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 3. Highlight and select "Off". 3 Activating Demo Mode 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the main menu. Sony Electronics, Inc. 2. Instructions for Use of 8
Highlight and select "System". Highlight and select "Auto Off". 4. Page 6 of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 3. Highlight and select "Off". 3 Activating Demo Mode 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the main menu. Sony Electronics, Inc. 2. Instructions for Use of 8
Demo Mode Instructions
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Press the REC LIST button on the front panel and then highlight and select "Recordings". Select "Demo Mode" and highlight and select "On" to activate the feature. 4 Playing Back Recorded Content 1. Instructions for Use of 8 You may also press the TV GUIDE button on the remote control. Enter the numbers "9", "0", "1", "2". 4. Page 7 of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 2. Sony Electronics, Inc. While the main menu is displayed, press the SCREEN MODE button on the remote control. 3.
Press the REC LIST button on the front panel and then highlight and select "Recordings". Select "Demo Mode" and highlight and select "On" to activate the feature. 4 Playing Back Recorded Content 1. Instructions for Use of 8 You may also press the TV GUIDE button on the remote control. Enter the numbers "9", "0", "1", "2". 4. Page 7 of Demo Mode: DHG-HDD250 / DHG-HDD500 2. Sony Electronics, Inc. While the main menu is displayed, press the SCREEN MODE button on the remote control. 3.
Operation Manual
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... 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 Control 9 Programming the Remote Control ..... 12 Manufacturer's Codes 14 Using your DVR Remote Control with...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...
... 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 Control 9 Programming the Remote Control ..... 12 Manufacturer's Codes 14 Using your DVR Remote Control with...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...
Operation Manual
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... HD DVR. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Use an optical digital audio cable (not supplied) to send a digital audio signal to a VCR using the TV Guide On Screen™ system. ws G-LINK IR Blaster Use the supplied G-LINK™ (IR Blaster) to enable automatic recording to an A/V amplifier or other Sony® infrared-...broadcaster. Connect the IR Blaster to the GLINK connector and place the IR blaster in front of a Sony TV so that you may point your HD DVR remote control at the TV and remote control commands will be inserted in the CableCARD slot. (See "About CableCARD™ Devices" on page ...
... HD DVR. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Use an optical digital audio cable (not supplied) to send a digital audio signal to a VCR using the TV Guide On Screen™ system. ws G-LINK IR Blaster Use the supplied G-LINK™ (IR Blaster) to enable automatic recording to an A/V amplifier or other Sony® infrared-...broadcaster. Connect the IR Blaster to the GLINK connector and place the IR blaster in front of a Sony TV so that you may point your HD DVR remote control at the TV and remote control commands will be inserted in the CableCARD slot. (See "About CableCARD™ Devices" on page ...
Operation Manual
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... time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. ✍ Avoid exposing the remote control to match the + and - Handle the remote control with care. 9 Be sure to moisture, placing it in the illustration below. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Remote Control Inserting Batteries Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the...
... time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. ✍ Avoid exposing the remote control to match the + and - Handle the remote control with care. 9 Be sure to moisture, placing it in the illustration below. Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Remote Control Inserting Batteries Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the...
Operation Manual
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...dot) Use with the 0-9 and ENTER buttons to select subchannels for certain digital stations (for example, channel 2.1, if available). 6 INFO Press to operate. Operating Instructions Remote Control 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... FF qf wk qg REC STOP SLOW qh wl PREV NEXT qj e; Press to play a program at the top of a recorded program. Choose the best format for one second to move the highlight in on -screen displays. While in fast rewind mode....
...dot) Use with the 0-9 and ENTER buttons to select subchannels for certain digital stations (for example, channel 2.1, if available). 6 INFO Press to operate. Operating Instructions Remote Control 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... FF qf wk qg REC STOP SLOW qh wl PREV NEXT qj e; Press to play a program at the top of a recorded program. Choose the best format for one second to move the highlight in on -screen displays. While in fast rewind mode....
Operation Manual
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...recorded program. Press again to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button qj PREV qk AUX (Power) ql DVR (Power) w; Press repeatedly to change channels. Introduction to exit the guide. Press to switch between the Picture Mode settings of your TV or AMP. (See "Using your remote control, you , please refer to "Contacting Sony...+/- The HD DVR may use the front panel buttons to operate your nearest Sony dealer to Live TV when playing back a recorded program. ✍ If you lose your DVR Remote Control with Other Equipment" on or into stand-by mode. Press to adjust...
...recorded program. Press again to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button qj PREV qk AUX (Power) ql DVR (Power) w; Press repeatedly to change channels. Introduction to exit the guide. Press to switch between the Picture Mode settings of your TV or AMP. (See "Using your remote control, you , please refer to "Contacting Sony...+/- The HD DVR may use the front panel buttons to operate your nearest Sony dealer to Live TV when playing back a recorded program. ✍ If you lose your DVR Remote Control with Other Equipment" on or into stand-by mode. Press to adjust...
Operation Manual
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... code number is done. To check if the code number works, aim the HD DVR's remote control at the device and press the AUX POWER button to "Manufacturer's Codes" on page 14 and find the three-digit code number for this setting is entered, the DVD position on your component. Turn 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 the device switch will control the...
... code number is done. To check if the code number works, aim the HD DVR's remote control at the device and press the AUX POWER button to "Manufacturer's Codes" on page 14 and find the three-digit code number for this setting is entered, the DVD position on your component. Turn 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 the device switch will control the...
Operation Manual
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...Try controlling the device with the HD DVR's remote control. 2 Slide the switch at the left top corner of the remote control to the name of selecting the next available code until the LED begins fast blinking. 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 ...
...Try controlling the device with the HD DVR's remote control. 2 Slide the switch at the left top corner of the remote control to the name of selecting the next available code until the LED begins fast blinking. 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 ...
Operation Manual
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.... In some cases, you come to the correct code for an extended period of time, it is possible that the batteries be removed from the remote control. Wards) Broksonic Canon Citizen Code 301, 302, 303 338 314 330, 343 317, 319 309, 308 332 TV Codes Manufacturer..., 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. When the batteries are ready to program your HD DVR's remote control to operate other connected devices, refer to operate your connected device with your...
.... In some cases, you come to the correct code for an extended period of time, it is possible that the batteries be removed from the remote control. Wards) Broksonic Canon Citizen Code 301, 302, 303 338 314 330, 343 317, 319 309, 308 332 TV Codes Manufacturer..., 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. When the batteries are ready to program your HD DVR's remote control to operate other connected devices, refer to operate your connected device with your...
Operation Manual
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... speed Return to the previous DVD chapter Advance to the TV position. Operating Instructions Using your DVR Remote Control with Other Equipment Operating a TV Move the device switch to the next DVD chapter Begin recording a VCR (hold REC button for 1 second) 16 Use the arrow buttons and Scroll/Select bar to ... the DVD position. AUX Power the Amp on the TV Adjust the volume MENU Display TV menu Press PUSH SELECT SCREEN MODE PIC MODE TV/VIDEO To Do This... Press To Do This... Press To Do This... AUX Power the DVD on/off Adjust the volume Press REPLAY ADVANCE REC...
... speed Return to the previous DVD chapter Advance to the TV position. Operating Instructions Using your DVR Remote Control with Other Equipment Operating a TV Move the device switch to the next DVD chapter Begin recording a VCR (hold REC button for 1 second) 16 Use the arrow buttons and Scroll/Select bar to ... the DVD position. AUX Power the Amp on the TV Adjust the volume MENU Display TV menu Press PUSH SELECT SCREEN MODE PIC MODE TV/VIDEO To Do This... Press To Do This... Press To Do This... AUX Power the DVD on/off Adjust the volume Press REPLAY ADVANCE REC...
Operation Manual
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In such cases, keep pressing the FORMAT button on the remote control or the front panel to change the Format setting on the HD DVR to 1080i Format. Connecting the AC Power Cord Connections When all SD TV's are completed be sure to connect the power cord. 1 Connect the supplied AC power cord to the HD DVR rear panel AC IN. 2 Connect the other end into the nearest AC power outlet. ✍ Please note, the HD DVR is factory set to : 720p for some HD TV's or HD Monitors, SD OUT for any SD TVs. 25 Some HD TV's and all necessary connections are not capable of displaying 1080i Format.
In such cases, keep pressing the FORMAT button on the remote control or the front panel to change the Format setting on the HD DVR to 1080i Format. Connecting the AC Power Cord Connections When all SD TV's are completed be sure to connect the power cord. 1 Connect the supplied AC power cord to the HD DVR rear panel AC IN. 2 Connect the other end into the nearest AC power outlet. ✍ Please note, the HD DVR is factory set to : 720p for some HD TV's or HD Monitors, SD OUT for any SD TVs. 25 Some HD TV's and all necessary connections are not capable of displaying 1080i Format.
Operation Manual
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... programming on page 12 you will be able to operate your HD DVR and other home theater equipment with the remote control. To Do This... For digital sub-channels, press 0-9, , press 0-9 again, and then ENTER. Do This... For example, to Operate the HD DVR Turn on ...Program Airtime Program Title Program Rating Current Terrestrial Program Time Channel Icon Channel Duration Number Recording in progress icon (if applicable), program rating and Parental Lock icon (if applicable). Activate the remote Slide device switch to DVR control to select sub-channel 21.13. The Info ...
... programming on page 12 you will be able to operate your HD DVR and other home theater equipment with the remote control. To Do This... For digital sub-channels, press 0-9, , press 0-9 again, and then ENTER. Do This... For example, to Operate the HD DVR Turn on ...Program Airtime Program Title Program Rating Current Terrestrial Program Time Channel Icon Channel Duration Number Recording in progress icon (if applicable), program rating and Parental Lock icon (if applicable). Activate the remote Slide device switch to DVR control to select sub-channel 21.13. The Info ...
Operation Manual
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How to Access and Navigate in the Menus 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control or on the front panel of the applications available on the HD DVR to confirm your TV, Format and Wide Mode settings. Press SELECT ...
How to Access and Navigate in the Menus 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control or on the front panel of the applications available on the HD DVR to confirm your TV, Format and Wide Mode settings. Press SELECT ...
Operation Manual
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... start time of the HD DVR. Operating Instructions Using the Preferences Menu -%.5 You can access the following from the Preferences Menu: System, Recording, Screen, Audio, Parental Lock, CH+/- Diagnostics: Displays technical information about your home and you to power off each day. The Auto Off ... DVR or Sony Digital Cable Receiver in this menu. This setting may be useful to troubleshoot issues related to display system information about the current channel that both the remote control and HD DVR IR code are correctly set the IR code of the remote control and of...
... start time of the HD DVR. Operating Instructions Using the Preferences Menu -%.5 You can access the following from the Preferences Menu: System, Recording, Screen, Audio, Parental Lock, CH+/- Diagnostics: Displays technical information about your home and you to power off each day. The Auto Off ... DVR or Sony Digital Cable Receiver in this menu. This setting may be useful to troubleshoot issues related to display system information about the current channel that both the remote control and HD DVR IR code are correctly set the IR code of the remote control and of...
Operation Manual
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.../REW Speed feature allows you to set the rate or rates of fast forward and rewind that are recorded to the SLOW button on the remote control. If you set more programs to be recorded to the List. ✍ If the Live TV Pause setting is changed, the availability of programming ... 1/3, 1/4 and 1/8 of advance play mode. Replay Time: Select the length of slow speed that will be refreshed. ✍ See page 50 for up to 30 minutes before the paused point is automatically adjusted in the current Live TV Pause time period will progressively toggle through the available speeds each time...
.../REW Speed feature allows you to set the rate or rates of fast forward and rewind that are recorded to the SLOW button on the remote control. If you set more programs to be recorded to the List. ✍ If the Live TV Pause setting is changed, the availability of programming ... 1/3, 1/4 and 1/8 of advance play mode. Replay Time: Select the length of slow speed that will be refreshed. ✍ See page 50 for up to 30 minutes before the paused point is automatically adjusted in the current Live TV Pause time period will progressively toggle through the available speeds each time...
Operation Manual
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... or press and hold the REC (Record) button for more information on the TV Guide On Screen manual Recording feature. 4 Confirm that the date, recording start and end times and channel are displayed, press the b button on the remote control to make a recording with a program title and description. ...54 See page 71 for one second. 2 Select the RECORD option. 3 The TV ...
... or press and hold the REC (Record) button for more information on the TV Guide On Screen manual Recording feature. 4 Confirm that the date, recording start and end times and channel are displayed, press the b button on the remote control to make a recording with a program title and description. ...54 See page 71 for one second. 2 Select the RECORD option. 3 The TV ...