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3-096-489-11(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX355 © 2007 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions US Manual de instrucciones ES
3-096-489-11(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX355 © 2007 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions US Manual de instrucciones ES
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...Sony dealer regarding this occur, the recorder...the recorder turned...recorder and have it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the recorder...Record the serial number in a particular installation. RDR-GX355...recorder in a confined space such as a bookshelf or similar unit. • Do not place the recorder...recorder in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the recorder. • If the recorder...Record The model and serial numbers are cautioned...recorder from that any further. CAUTION The use the recorder...Hz. • The recorder is connected. - Reorient...
...Sony dealer regarding this occur, the recorder...the recorder turned...recorder and have it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the recorder...Record the serial number in a particular installation. RDR-GX355...recorder in a confined space such as a bookshelf or similar unit. • Do not place the recorder...recorder in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the recorder. • If the recorder...Record The model and serial numbers are cautioned...recorder from that any further. CAUTION The use the recorder...Hz. • The recorder is connected. - Reorient...
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... such material may be recordable, depending on the type of signal. Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for your safety. If you have fallen into your nearest Sony dealer. When a cart is capable of time. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use attachments/ accessories ... plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to your television screen indefinitely. Copy guard function Since the recorder has a copy guard function, programs received through an external tuner (not supplied) may contain copy protection signals (copy guard function)...
... such material may be recordable, depending on the type of signal. Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for your safety. If you have fallen into your nearest Sony dealer. When a cart is capable of time. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use attachments/ accessories ... plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to your television screen indefinitely. Copy guard function Since the recorder has a copy guard function, programs received through an external tuner (not supplied) may contain copy protection signals (copy guard function)...
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... • Instructions in this recorder. 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 mode...
... • Instructions in this recorder. 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 mode...
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Table of Contents WARNING 2 Precautions 2 Ways to Use Your 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 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner 12 Step 3: Connecting to Your TV 15 Step 4: Connecting to ...Cord 20 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 20 Step 7: Easy Setup 23 Connecting a VCR or Similar Device 27 Quick Guide to Disc Types 30 Recordable and Playable Discs 30 Playable Discs 33 Playback 35 Playing Discs 35 Playback Options 36 Playing a Title From the Title List 39 Searching for a...
Table of Contents WARNING 2 Precautions 2 Ways to Use Your 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 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner 12 Step 3: Connecting to Your TV 15 Step 4: Connecting to ...Cord 20 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 20 Step 7: Easy Setup 23 Connecting a VCR or Similar Device 27 Quick Guide to Disc Types 30 Recordable and Playable Discs 30 Playable Discs 33 Playback 35 Playing Discs 35 Playback Options 36 Playing a Title From the Title List 39 Searching for a...
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... Jack 71 Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD 72 Settings and Adjustments 75 Using the Setup Displays 75 Clock Setting (Clock Set 76 Video Settings (Video 77 Audio Settings (Audio 79 Recording and Set Top Box Control Settings (Features 81 Language, Parental ...Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 83 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 85 Additional Information 86 Troubleshooting 86 Notes About This Recorder 90 Specifications 91 About i.LINK 93 Guide to Parts and Controls 94 Glossary 97 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 99 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code 100 ...
... Jack 71 Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD 72 Settings and Adjustments 75 Using the Setup Displays 75 Clock Setting (Clock Set 76 Video Settings (Video 77 Audio Settings (Audio 79 Recording and Set Top Box Control Settings (Features 81 Language, Parental ...Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 83 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 85 Additional Information 86 Troubleshooting 86 Notes About This Recorder 90 Specifications 91 About i.LINK 93 Guide to Parts and Controls 94 Glossary 97 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 99 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code 100 ...
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...Title List , Display the Title List to recorded titles - CH 103! 103 Quick access to view all titles on a DVD, either manually or using the timer. You need to connect a tuner such as a cable box to Use Your DVD Recorder Recording and timer recording , Record TV programs on a disc and select ...a title for playback or editing (page 39). Ways to this recorder. Control your cable box or satellite receiver (page 12). Title List Title List (...
...Title List , Display the Title List to recorded titles - CH 103! 103 Quick access to view all titles on a DVD, either manually or using the timer. You need to connect a tuner such as a cable box to Use Your DVD Recorder Recording and timer recording , Record TV programs on a disc and select ...a title for playback or editing (page 39). Ways to this recorder. Control your cable box or satellite receiver (page 12). Title List Title List (...
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... also play the disc on your TV screen. Shoot Save Play! You can enjoy viewing JPEG images on this recorder (page 41). A list of recordable and playable discs is on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), then erase, move or add scenes as you like without changing the original contents (page 61... DV IN jack and press the ONE TOUCH DUBBING button to dub a DV/D8 format tape over to a DATA CD (CD-RW/CD-R) or DATA DVD (DVD+RW/DVD-RW/ DVD+R/DVD-R) on this recorder (page 41).
... also play the disc on your TV screen. Shoot Save Play! You can enjoy viewing JPEG images on this recorder (page 41). A list of recordable and playable discs is on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), then erase, move or add scenes as you like without changing the original contents (page 61... DV IN jack and press the ONE TOUCH DUBBING button to dub a DV/D8 format tape over to a DATA CD (CD-RW/CD-R) or DATA DVD (DVD+RW/DVD-RW/ DVD+R/DVD-R) on this recorder (page 41).
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How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use. Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/
How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use. Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/
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Press M/m to the selected item. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to select an option, press You can search for a title/chapter/ track, check the playing and remaining time, or change settings for the selected item OPTIONS The OPTIONS menu appears when you select an item from a list menu (e.g., a title from the Title List menu), and press ENTER. The displayed options differ depending on...
Press M/m to the selected item. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to select an option, press You can search for a title/chapter/ track, check the playing and remaining time, or change settings for the selected item OPTIONS The OPTIONS menu appears when you select an item from a list menu (e.g., a title from the Title List menu), and press ENTER. The displayed options differ depending on...
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...; Remote commander (remote) (1) • Set top box controller (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Step 2: Connecting the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner) This recorder does not include a TV tuner. a cable box or satellite receiver without audio/ video outputs. - antenna only (no cable box. - To use the...setting up and adjust the settings of your cable service or satellite service company to see if they can provide you need to connect the recorder to : - Step 1: Unpacking Check that you need to a tuner that is connected to control a cable box or satellite receiver ...
...; Remote commander (remote) (1) • Set top box controller (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Step 2: Connecting the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner) This recorder does not include a TV tuner. a cable box or satellite receiver without audio/ video outputs. - antenna only (no cable box. - To use the...setting up and adjust the settings of your cable service or satellite service company to see if they can provide you need to connect the recorder to : - Step 1: Unpacking Check that you need to a tuner that is connected to control a cable box or satellite receiver ...
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... set top box controller Connect the LINE IN jacks using an audio/video cord. To watch programs from the LINE 1 IN jacks to LINE 1 IN DVD recorder SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT L Y VIDEO VIDEO R PB L PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO ...the LINE 1 IN jacks and your TV to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks (page 15), you need to match the input source on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to use the Synchro-Rec function (page 51). Hookups and Settings Connecting a cable box/satellite receiver and set top...
... set top box controller Connect the LINE IN jacks using an audio/video cord. To watch programs from the LINE 1 IN jacks to LINE 1 IN DVD recorder SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT L Y VIDEO VIDEO R PB L PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO ...the LINE 1 IN jacks and your TV to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks (page 15), you need to match the input source on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to use the Synchro-Rec function (page 51). Hookups and Settings Connecting a cable box/satellite receiver and set top...
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Input signals from the LINE 2 IN jacks. - Notes • Synchro-Recording does not work for: - Output signals to S VIDEO OUT, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, or HDMI OUT jacks. 14 For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. • AV path through function does not work with some tuners.
Input signals from the LINE 2 IN jacks. - Notes • Synchro-Recording does not work for: - Output signals to S VIDEO OUT, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, or HDMI OUT jacks. 14 For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. • AV path through function does not work with some tuners.
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...red) (white) VIDEO (yellow) S video cord (not supplied) S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO L (yellow) (white) (red) to S VIDEO OUT DVD recorder SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT L Y VIDEO VIDEO R PB L PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT...your TV's audio output jacks to LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) Audio/video cord (supplied) : Signal flow When playing "wide screen" images Some recorded images may not fit your TV's speakers. ,continued 15 Notes • Do not connect to the S VIDEO OUT and yellow LINE OUT (VIDEO...
...red) (white) VIDEO (yellow) S video cord (not supplied) S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO L (yellow) (white) (red) to S VIDEO OUT DVD recorder SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT L Y VIDEO VIDEO R PB L PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT...your TV's audio output jacks to LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) Audio/video cord (supplied) : Signal flow When playing "wide screen" images Some recorded images may not fit your TV's speakers. ,continued 15 Notes • Do not connect to the S VIDEO OUT and yellow LINE OUT (VIDEO...
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...OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT L Y VIDEO VIDEO R PB L PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow * This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI IN TV or projector to HDMI input HDMI cord (not supplied) to turn off the...cord. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on the front panel when the recorder outputs signals through the HDMI OUT jack. Note You cannot connect the HDMI OUT jack to DVI jacks that are trademarks or registered ...
...OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT L Y VIDEO VIDEO R PB L PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow * This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI IN TV or projector to HDMI input HDMI cord (not supplied) to turn off the...cord. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on the front panel when the recorder outputs signals through the HDMI OUT jack. Note You cannot connect the HDMI OUT jack to DVI jacks that are trademarks or registered ...
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... COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT L Y VIDEO VIDEO R PB L PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R AUDIO AUDIO DVD recorder : Signal flow 17 The "PROGRESSIVE" indicator lights up when the recorder outputs progressive signals. COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y PB PR (green) (blue) (red) TV or projector INPUT L AUDIO R (white) (red) Component video...
... COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT L Y VIDEO VIDEO R PB L PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R AUDIO AUDIO DVD recorder : Signal flow 17 The "PROGRESSIVE" indicator lights up when the recorder outputs progressive signals. COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y PB PR (green) (blue) (red) TV or projector INPUT L AUDIO R (white) (red) Component video...
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...). This will enable you to listen to the input jack on your AV amplifier (receiver). AUDIO OUT L (white) R (red) Audio cord (not supplied) (white) (red) DVD recorder to AUDIO OUT (L/R) SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT L Y VIDEO VIDEO R PB L PR OPTICAL COAXIAL...
...). This will enable you to listen to the input jack on your AV amplifier (receiver). AUDIO OUT L (white) R (red) Audio cord (not supplied) (white) (red) DVD recorder to AUDIO OUT (L/R) SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT L Y VIDEO VIDEO R PB L PR OPTICAL COAXIAL...
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...settings under license from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks, you cannot switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode) by pressing AUDIO. • When you connect the recorder to the TV with a video cord other than HDMI cord (component video cord, S VIDEO .... You can enjoy the surround effect of Dolby Digital (5.1ch) or DTS (5.1ch). Surround 1 B Connecting to a digital audio input jack Use this recorder. • When outputting from Dolby Laboratories. Notes • After you will need to audio L/R jacks This connection uses a stereo amplifier's (receiver's) ...
...settings under license from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks, you cannot switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode) by pressing AUDIO. • When you connect the recorder to the TV with a video cord other than HDMI cord (component video cord, S VIDEO .... You can enjoy the surround effect of Dolby Digital (5.1ch) or DTS (5.1ch). Surround 1 B Connecting to a digital audio input jack Use this recorder. • When outputting from Dolby Laboratories. Notes • After you will need to audio L/R jacks This connection uses a stereo amplifier's (receiver's) ...
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...after all connections are complete. LINE OUT VIDEO L R AUDIO to AC outlet < Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for an extended period of different manufacturers. - Do not attempt to the markings inside the battery ...compartment, and insert new batteries. • Do not expose the remote sensor (marked on the recorder. The recorder may not respond to six months. • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not drop ...
...after all connections are complete. LINE OUT VIDEO L R AUDIO to AC outlet < Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for an extended period of different manufacturers. - Do not attempt to the markings inside the battery ...compartment, and insert new batteries. • Do not expose the remote sensor (marked on the recorder. The recorder may not respond to six months. • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. • Do not drop ...
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SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote is DVD 3. Manufacturer Sampo Samsung Sanyo Scott Sears Sharp Sylvania Teknika Toshiba Wards Yorx Zenith Code number 12 03, 04, 12, 20 11, 14 12... 12 12 14, 15 If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this recorder and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player after you have completed "Step 7: ...
SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote is DVD 3. Manufacturer Sampo Samsung Sanyo Scott Sears Sharp Sylvania Teknika Toshiba Wards Yorx Zenith Code number 12 03, 04, 12, 20 11, 14 12... 12 12 14, 15 If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this recorder and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player after you have completed "Step 7: ...
