Demo Mode Instructions
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...131; Allow any program to a TV. With the "Demo Mode" feature activated, this document. Page 3 of high-definition video even if high-definition cable TV or antenna broadcast signals are not immediately available. You can enjoy a short clip of 8 However this menu... the TV Guide® / Recordings List / Program Options menu. Sony Electronics, Inc. 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 activated by...
...131; Allow any program to a TV. With the "Demo Mode" feature activated, this document. Page 3 of high-definition video even if high-definition cable TV or antenna broadcast signals are not immediately available. You can enjoy a short clip of 8 However this menu... the TV Guide® / Recordings List / Program Options menu. Sony Electronics, Inc. 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 activated by...
FAQs: Digital Cable Ready Reference
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A DCR product is DCR. To receive encrypted digital services, the device needs a CableCARD™ supplied by direct connection to cable networks. How does a DCR television work? 2 How does DCR benefit consumers? Sony DCR products that are available to the cable system with no additional..., 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 televisions (DTVs): • KD-34XBR960 • KD-30XS955 • KD-34XS955 • KD-36XS955 • KDP-51WS655 •...
A DCR product is DCR. To receive encrypted digital services, the device needs a CableCARD™ supplied by direct connection to cable networks. How does a DCR television work? 2 How does DCR benefit consumers? Sony DCR products that are available to the cable system with no additional..., 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 televisions (DTVs): • KD-34XBR960 • KD-30XS955 • KD-34XS955 • KD-36XS955 • KDP-51WS655 •...
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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... different from that any liquid or solid object falls into the HD Digital Video Recorder, unplug it and have questions about this Sony product, please contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center at the rear of the HD Digital Video Recorder and also on the apparatus. The apparatus shall not be exposed to...User Guide WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the HD Digital Video Recorder to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are located at 1-800-222-SONY (7669). However, there is connected. ❏ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV...
... different from that any liquid or solid object falls into the HD Digital Video Recorder, unplug it and have questions about this Sony product, please contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center at the rear of the HD Digital Video Recorder and also on the apparatus. The apparatus shall not be exposed to...User Guide WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the HD Digital Video Recorder to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are located at 1-800-222-SONY (7669). However, there is connected. ❏ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV...
Operation Manual
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... may require the use of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of a leased set-top box available directly from Sony Electronics, Inc. Availability of Sony Corporation. NOTE This high-definition digital video recorder is protected by U.S. This equipment is intended to receive and decode signals transmitted according to...
... may require the use of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of a leased set-top box available directly from Sony Electronics, Inc. Availability of Sony Corporation. NOTE This high-definition digital video recorder is protected by U.S. This equipment is intended to receive and decode signals transmitted according to...
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 Control... 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 Control... 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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... there is to be used for information about the availability of the Sony® HD Digital Video Recorder. Package Contents The package contains the following models: DHG-HDD250 and DHG-HDD500. Contact your purchase of CableCARD devices. 3 Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Congratulations on your retailer or cable TV service provider for...
... there is to be used for information about the availability of the Sony® HD Digital Video Recorder. Package Contents The package contains the following models: DHG-HDD250 and DHG-HDD500. Contact your purchase of CableCARD devices. 3 Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Congratulations on your retailer or cable TV service provider for...
Operation Manual
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... recorded. ❏ TV Guide On Screen™ System- Provides a high-quality video output to shows available for model DHG-HDD500). Provides cable subscribers with your schedule. Operating Instructions Features Some of the features you will enjoy with access to digitally encrypted cable channels that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition...
... recorded. ❏ TV Guide On Screen™ System- Provides a high-quality video output to shows available for model DHG-HDD500). Provides cable subscribers with your schedule. Operating Instructions Features Some of the features you will enjoy with access to digitally encrypted cable channels that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition...
Operation Manual
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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, Variable 3, SD Out and Auto HDMI. Choose the best format for your TV (See "Learning About Available Video Services" on the type of current and future programs. To return to normal viewing press TV Guide again or ...menu on -screen item. Shows the current status of the HD DVR with the following indicators: Power, Recording, Dolby Digital®, Clock, Channel Number and Name (if available); The Format setting is connected to, available Format...
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, Variable 3, SD Out and Auto HDMI. Choose the best format for your TV (See "Learning About Available Video Services" on the type of current and future programs. To return to normal viewing press TV Guide again or ...menu on -screen item. Shows the current status of the HD DVR with the following indicators: Power, Recording, Dolby Digital®, Clock, Channel Number and Name (if available); The Format setting is connected to, available Format...
Operation Manual
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...with a DVI-HDTV input. With other device. qj SD OUT: VIDEO Provides standard-definition composite video signal to a DVD-Recorder, VCR OUT/S VIDEO OUT or TV set to SD OUT. qk HDMI OUT Provides an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between the HD DVR and an HDMI-compatible monitor. The ...no menus or on -screen displays are available from the SD OUT connectors only when the FORMAT setting 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 CABLE IN Connects ...
...with a DVI-HDTV input. With other device. qj SD OUT: VIDEO Provides standard-definition composite video signal to a DVD-Recorder, VCR OUT/S VIDEO OUT or TV set to SD OUT. qk HDMI OUT Provides an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between the HD DVR and an HDMI-compatible monitor. The ...no menus or on -screen displays are available from the SD OUT connectors only when the FORMAT setting 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 CABLE IN Connects ...
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Handle the remote control with care. 9 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 ...
Handle the remote control with care. 9 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 ...
Operation Manual
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...the Picture Mode settings of your TV. (See "Using your DVR Remote Control with Other Equipment" on page 79. 11 PIC MODE wa TV/VIDEO ws CH (channel) +/- Press to open , pressing the CH+/- Press to change channels. Press to turn the selected TV, DVD or AMP...remote control. Press to advance forward to the next Chapter Mark (if available) or to Live TV when playing back a recorded program. ✍ If you lose your nearest Sony dealer to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button qj PREV qk AUX (Power) ql DVR (Power) w; Contact your remote control, you , please...
...the Picture Mode settings of your TV. (See "Using your DVR Remote Control with Other Equipment" on page 79. 11 PIC MODE wa TV/VIDEO ws CH (channel) +/- Press to open , pressing the CH+/- Press to change channels. Press to turn the selected TV, DVD or AMP...remote control. Press to advance forward to the next Chapter Mark (if available) or to Live TV when playing back a recorded program. ✍ If you lose your nearest Sony dealer to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button qj PREV qk AUX (Power) ql DVR (Power) w; Contact your remote control, you , please...
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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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... or fast forward speed begins. Available speeds include 3X, 9X, 30X and 90X (see page 37). 2 Continue pressing SLOW 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 1/2, 1/3, 1/4 and 1/8 (see page 37). 2 Continue pressing... 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...
... or fast forward speed begins. Available speeds include 3X, 9X, 30X and 90X (see page 37). 2 Continue pressing SLOW 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 1/2, 1/3, 1/4 and 1/8 (see page 37). 2 Continue pressing... 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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... when viewing live TV. 2 Select EXIT TO LIVE TV to begin watching live TV or select DELETE to delete the recorded program before returning to schedule a one time recording of a recorded program. x STOP Digital Video Recorder 1 Press the STOP button to stop playback of the current program. 53 The current program is highlighted. 2 Press and hold...
... when viewing live TV. 2 Select EXIT TO LIVE TV to begin watching live TV or select DELETE to delete the recorded program before returning to schedule a one time recording of a recorded program. x STOP Digital Video Recorder 1 Press the STOP button to stop playback of the current program. 53 The current program is highlighted. 2 Press and hold...
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... its end. ✍ Some programs may be reached. In that have been recorded can be manually deleted. Digital Video Recorder Playing Recorded Programs Programs that case, no other menus are scheduled with the "keep until" setting at "I delete", the HD DVR's maximum recording capacity may be automatically deleted, depending on the programs "keep until" setting and...
... its end. ✍ Some programs may be reached. In that have been recorded can be manually deleted. Digital Video Recorder Playing Recorded Programs Programs that case, no other menus are scheduled with the "keep until" setting at "I delete", the HD DVR's maximum recording capacity may be automatically deleted, depending on the programs "keep until" setting and...
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.... Select the Edit Chapter Mark option and then select which Chapter Mark you would like to a Chapter Mark Edit a Chapter Mark Do This... While viewing a recorded program and no Chapter Marks have been set, the PREV or NEXT buttons will jump to display the Options Menu. Skip to the next Chapter... displayed, press the b button to the default Chapter Marks at the Start or End of the Chapter Mark, go to highlight the available Chapter Marks. 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 Chapter Mark Do This... While viewing a recorded program and no Chapter Marks have been set, the PREV or NEXT buttons will jump to display the Options Menu. Skip to the next Chapter... displayed, press the b button to the default Chapter Marks at the Start or End of the Chapter Mark, go to highlight the available Chapter Marks. Digital Video Recorder Using Chapter Marks To Do This...
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... 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. In such event, you . Back-up copy of Components. You may not modify, reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the SONY SOFTWARE in whole or in conjunction...
... 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. In such event, you . Back-up copy of Components. You may not modify, reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the SONY SOFTWARE in whole or in conjunction...
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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...