Limited Warranty
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...Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you must deliver the product, freight prepaid, in the United States. 3-084-930-02 ® DVD Recorder BD Player LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S. It does not cover technical assistance for any product or parts determined to you may have other reason, ... of one year from the original date of pur chase of or to this product against defects in Japan Only) Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Limited Warranty, Sony will become the property of protection to the End User License Agreements included with the Pr oduct. For purposes of ...
...Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you must deliver the product, freight prepaid, in the United States. 3-084-930-02 ® DVD Recorder BD Player LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S. It does not cover technical assistance for any product or parts determined to you may have other reason, ... of one year from the original date of pur chase of or to this product against defects in Japan Only) Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Limited Warranty, Sony will become the property of protection to the End User License Agreements included with the Pr oduct. For purposes of ...
Operating Instructions
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3-281-874-11(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX255 © 2007 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions US Manual de instrucciones ES
3-281-874-11(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX255 © 2007 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions US Manual de instrucciones ES
Operating Instructions
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... as a rug that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - In this case,... cold to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in this DVD recorder is intended to alert the user to operate this equipment. For customers in the U.S.A Owner...the cabinet. Record the serial number in a very damp room, moisture may not operate properly. RDR-GX255 Serial No CAUTION You are not going to use of the unit. never pull the cord. ...
... as a rug that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - In this case,... cold to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in this DVD recorder is intended to alert the user to operate this equipment. For customers in the U.S.A Owner...the cabinet. Record the serial number in a very damp room, moisture may not operate properly. RDR-GX255 Serial No CAUTION You are not going to use of the unit. never pull the cord. ...
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.... Icon +RW Meaning Functions available for DVD+RWs -RWVR -RWVideo +R 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 VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode... available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) * MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO...
.... Icon +RW Meaning Functions available for DVD+RWs -RWVR -RWVideo +R 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 VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode... available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) * MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO...
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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 ...
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 ...
Operating Instructions
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... Before DV/D8 Dubbing 71 Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the DV IN 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 ... 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 Index 105 7
... Before DV/D8 Dubbing 71 Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the DV IN 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 ... 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 Index 105 7
Operating Instructions
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Title List Title List (Original) 1/4 No. CH 103! 103 Quick access 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). Control your cable box or satellite ... to have the recorder change the channel of your cable box or satellite receiver - Title List , Display the Title List to view all titles on a DVD, either manually or using the timer.
Title List Title List (Original) 1/4 No. CH 103! 103 Quick access 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). Control your cable box or satellite ... to have the recorder change the channel of your cable box or satellite receiver - Title List , Display the Title List to view all titles on a DVD, either manually or using the timer.
Operating Instructions
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... , Record a program on your TV screen. Then play MP3 audio files on this recorder (page 41). You can enjoy viewing JPEG images 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). Creating your digital video camera... 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 page 30. 9 Shoot Save Play! First, take pictures with a digital camera and save them in JPEG format to a disc (page 71). A list of...
... , Record a program on your TV screen. Then play MP3 audio files on this recorder (page 41). You can enjoy viewing JPEG images 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). Creating your digital video camera... 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 page 30. 9 Shoot Save Play! First, take pictures with a digital camera and save them in JPEG format to a disc (page 71). A list of...
Operating Instructions
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How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder.
How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder.
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Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. 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 the media type. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. Title 01 LINE 1 02 LINE 1 03 LINE 1 04 LINE 1 T LINE 1 May/02/2007 08:00 PM 10:10 AM ...
Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. 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 the media type. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. Title 01 LINE 1 02 LINE 1 03 LINE 1 04 LINE 1 T LINE 1 May/02/2007 08:00 PM 10:10 AM ...
Operating Instructions
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... to the LINE OUT VIDEO/ AUDIO jacks without turning itself on . Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is necessary 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...
... to the LINE OUT VIDEO/ AUDIO jacks without turning itself on . Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is necessary 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...
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... projector INPUT AUDIO R L (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...
... projector INPUT AUDIO R L (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...
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... are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. The HDMI indicator lights up on PC displays). 16 Be sure to HDMI OUT HDMI 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...
... are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. The HDMI indicator lights up on PC displays). 16 Be sure to HDMI OUT HDMI 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...
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... 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 R AUDIO AUDIO DVD recorder : Signal flow 17 When using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of "Video" to "On" in the "Setup" display...
... 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 R AUDIO AUDIO DVD recorder : Signal flow 17 When using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of "Video" to "On" in the "Setup" display...
Operating Instructions
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... tracks through 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 ...
... tracks through 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 ...
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... Digital Out" are located in similar surroundings. *1 Manufactured 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 an AV amplifier (receiver) using an HDMI cord, you have completed...
... Digital Out" are located in similar surroundings. *1 Manufactured 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 an AV amplifier (receiver) using an HDMI cord, you have completed...
Operating Instructions
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... should last about three to the markings inside the battery compartment, and insert new batteries. • Do not expose the remote sensor (marked on your Sony TV. Observe the following : Press TV "/1 TV VOL +/- TV "/1 TV INPUT TV CH +/- The remote performs the following : - Do not use this... period of the buttons below may not work for the TV. 123 456 789 0 Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this remote to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. TV CH +/- Insert two size AA (R6...
... should last about three to the markings inside the battery compartment, and insert new batteries. • Do not expose the remote sensor (marked on your Sony TV. Observe the following : Press TV "/1 TV VOL +/- TV "/1 TV INPUT TV CH +/- The remote performs the following : - Do not use this... period of the buttons below may not work for the TV. 123 456 789 0 Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this remote to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. TV CH +/- Insert two size AA (R6...
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The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote is DVD 3. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ 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: Easy Setup."
The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote is DVD 3. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ 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: Easy Setup."
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... Press M/m to set top box to the current setting will be made. appears. • If this recorder? (Changes to . "Initial setting necessary to operate the DVD recorder will erase all timer settings.) Yes No 6 Select whether or not you want to run Easy Setup (page 85). 4 Press ENTER. Line1 Line2 5 Select...
... Press M/m to set top box to the current setting will be made. appears. • If this recorder? (Changes to . "Initial setting necessary to operate the DVD recorder will erase all timer settings.) Yes No 6 Select whether or not you want to run Easy Setup (page 85). 4 Press ENTER. Line1 Line2 5 Select...
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...an S video jack, you connected to (page 54). ,continued 27 S VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO L R S video cord (not supplied) Audio/video cord (not supplied) DVD recorder S VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R to LINE 2 IN LINE-2 IN S VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R LINE-2 IN DV IN ONE-TOUCH DUBBING HDMI : ... can use the Synchro Rec function (page 51). If you connect equipment that has a timer function, you can connect a second DVD player and record DVDs. See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. In this case, connect the equipment to the S VIDEO and yellow...
...an S video jack, you connected to (page 54). ,continued 27 S VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO L R S video cord (not supplied) Audio/video cord (not supplied) DVD recorder S VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R to LINE 2 IN LINE-2 IN S VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R LINE-2 IN DV IN ONE-TOUCH DUBBING HDMI : ... can use the Synchro Rec function (page 51). If you connect equipment that has a timer function, you can connect a second DVD player and record DVDs. See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. In this case, connect the equipment to the S VIDEO and yellow...