Limited Warranty
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...It does not cover technical assistance for your unit. It is your exclusive remedies. This Limited Warranty is required. LIMITATION ON DAMAGES: SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED W ARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. This... ; It is longer. This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with a new or refurbished product. 3-084-930-02 ® DVD Recorder BD Player LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S. Printed in material or workmanship dur ing ordinary consumer use , acts of God, misuse, limitations of technology, or ...
...It does not cover technical assistance for your unit. It is your exclusive remedies. This Limited Warranty is required. LIMITATION ON DAMAGES: SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED W ARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. This... ; It is longer. This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with a new or refurbished product. 3-084-930-02 ® DVD Recorder BD Player LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S. Printed in material or workmanship dur ing ordinary consumer use , acts of God, misuse, limitations of technology, or ...
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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...located at a qualified service shop. Refer to radio communications. If this DVD recorder is encouraged to try to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance ... the laser beam used in a residential installation. Record the serial number in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this equipment. These limits are cautioned...recorder in a particular installation. never pull the cord. VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. RDR-GX255...
...located at a qualified service shop. Refer to radio communications. If this DVD recorder is encouraged to try to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance ... the laser beam used in a residential installation. Record the serial number in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this equipment. These limits are cautioned...recorder in a particular installation. never pull the cord. VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. RDR-GX255...
Operating Instructions
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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 21 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 21 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...
Operating Instructions
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... top box control , Connect the supplied set top box controller to view all titles on a DVD, either manually or using the timer. Title List , Display the Title List to have the recorder change the channel of your cable box or satellite receiver - Title 01 LINE 1 02 LINE 1 03 LINE 1 04 LINE 1 T LINE... 01:29:03 > 00:31:23 > 01:59:00 > 00:58:56 > 8 Control your cable box or satellite receiver (page 12). Ways 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).
... top box control , Connect the supplied set top box controller to view all titles on a DVD, either manually or using the timer. Title List , Display the Title List to have the recorder change the channel of your cable box or satellite receiver - Title 01 LINE 1 02 LINE 1 03 LINE 1 04 LINE 1 T LINE... 01:29:03 > 00:31:23 > 01:59:00 > 00:58:56 > 8 Control your cable box or satellite receiver (page 12). Ways 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).
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Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. 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 Length Edit Pla0y1:29:03 > Tit0le0:E3r1a:s2e3 > Ch0a1p:5te9r:0E0ras>e Pr0o0te:5ct8:56 > Title Name A·B Erase Divide Title Options for audio/angle/subtitle. 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...
Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. 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 Length Edit Pla0y1:29:03 > Tit0le0:E3r1a:s2e3 > Ch0a1p:5te9r:0E0ras>e Pr0o0te:5ct8:56 > Title Name A·B Erase Divide Title Options for audio/angle/subtitle. 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...
Operating Instructions
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... 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 OUT R AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow About AV path through The recorder automatically sends the input signal from a cable box or satellite receiver on the cable box or satellite receiver. This connection is turned on . Wall Set...
... 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 OUT R AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow About AV path through The recorder automatically sends the input signal from a cable box or satellite receiver on the cable box or satellite receiver. This connection is turned on . Wall Set...
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...time. This will cause unwanted noise 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 INPUT S VIDEO TV or 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...
...time. This will cause unwanted noise 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 INPUT S VIDEO TV or 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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...connect the HDMI OUT jack to DVI jacks that are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. 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 OUT R AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow * This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. If your TV has an HDMI input jack Connect the HDMI* OUT jack using a certified HDMI cord...
...connect the HDMI OUT jack to DVI jacks that are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. 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 OUT R AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow * This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. If your TV has an HDMI input jack Connect the HDMI* OUT jack using a certified HDMI cord...
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... 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 You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. The "PROGRESSIVE" indicator lights up when the... recorder outputs progressive signals. If your TV has component video input jacks Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using this connection and then set "Progressive...
... 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 You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. The "PROGRESSIVE" indicator lights up when the... recorder outputs progressive signals. If your TV has component video input jacks Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using this connection and then set "Progressive...
Operating Instructions
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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 ... optical digital input [Speakers] B Rear (R) Front (L) Center AV amplifier (receiver) with a decoder Front (R) Subwoofer : Signal flow 18 This will enable you to listen to DVD audio tracks through your AV amplifier (receiver). Step 4: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver) Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input...
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 ... optical digital input [Speakers] B Rear (R) Front (L) Center AV amplifier (receiver) with a decoder Front (R) Subwoofer : Signal flow 18 This will enable you to listen to DVD audio tracks through your AV amplifier (receiver). Step 4: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver) Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input...
Operating Instructions
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...with bare hands should last about three to operate your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for an extended...following : - Be sure to recharge the batteries. - The recorder may not work for the TV. 123 456 789 0 Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your Sony TV. Do not attempt to close the battery cover properly. TV...: Press TV "/1 TV VOL +/- When using the supplied remote. If you do not intend to use this recorder (page 22). • Use the batteries correctly to strong light, such as direct sunlight or lighting apparatus....
...with bare hands should last about three to operate your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for an extended...following : - Be sure to recharge the batteries. - The recorder may not work for the TV. 123 456 789 0 Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your Sony TV. Do not attempt to close the battery cover properly. TV...: Press TV "/1 TV VOL +/- When using the supplied remote. If you do not intend to use this recorder (page 22). • Use the batteries correctly to strong light, such as direct sunlight or lighting apparatus....
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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 is DVD 3. The default command mode setting 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."
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 is DVD 3. The default command mode setting 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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The setup display for selecting the picture size of the week is connected to operate the DVD recorder will erase all timer settings.) Yes No 6 Select whether or not you use the cable box/satellite receiver control (page 12), select "Yes." Line1 Line2 5 ... No Disc Easy Setup Enter the brand code of your cable box/satellite receiver. See "Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code" (page 100). 9 Select the recorder's audio/video input ("Line1" or "Line2") that is set automatically. Set the day, year, hour, minutes, and AM/PM in the on-screen display appears...
The setup display for selecting the picture size of the week is connected to operate the DVD recorder will erase all timer settings.) Yes No 6 Select whether or not you use the cable box/satellite receiver control (page 12), select "Yes." Line1 Line2 5 ... No Disc Easy Setup Enter the brand code of your cable box/satellite receiver. See "Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code" (page 100). 9 Select the recorder's audio/video input ("Line1" or "Line2") that is set automatically. Set the day, year, hour, minutes, and AM/PM in the on-screen display appears...
Operating Instructions
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... LINE 2 IN jacks of the audio/video cord. VCR, etc. In this recorder. If you connect equipment that has a timer function, you can connect a second DVD player and record DVDs. 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...
... LINE 2 IN jacks of the audio/video cord. VCR, etc. In this recorder. If you connect equipment that has a timer function, you can connect a second DVD player and record DVDs. 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...
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...may not receive a clear image on your TV screen. Line input 1 VCR DVD recorder TV Line input 2 28 You cannot dub from DVD VIDEOs to this recorder. • Do not connect the output jack of this recorder to another equipment's input jack with the other equipment's output jack connected to... the DVD recorder and your TV at the same time. • Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying cannot be recorded. To watch video tapes, watch the tapes through a second line input on your TV. DVD recorder VCR TV Be sure to connect...
...may not receive a clear image on your TV screen. Line input 1 VCR DVD recorder TV Line input 2 28 You cannot dub from DVD VIDEOs to this recorder. • Do not connect the output jack of this recorder to another equipment's input jack with the other equipment's output jack connected to... the DVD recorder and your TV at the same time. • Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying cannot be recorded. To watch video tapes, watch the tapes through a second line input on your TV. DVD recorder VCR TV Be sure to connect...
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...disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on this product is not guaranteed. This system is designed to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DVD VIDEOs labeled ALL will also play any other equipment. Note on DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVDRs, or CD...use discs with identical region codes. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may cause the recorder to DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD+Rs, or DVD-Rs (Video mode) recorded on their packaging. • You cannot add new recordings to rewrite the DVD menu. • If the disc contains PC ...
...disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on this product is not guaranteed. This system is designed to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DVD VIDEOs labeled ALL will also play any other equipment. Note on DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVDRs, or CD...use discs with identical region codes. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may cause the recorder to DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD+Rs, or DVD-Rs (Video mode) recorded on their packaging. • You cannot add new recordings to rewrite the DVD menu. • If the disc contains PC ...
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... List may not appear for discs created on other DVD recorders. • Letters that have been finalized. B Movie thumbnail image C Title information: Displays the title number, title name, recording date, and recording mode. Also displays the title type (original or Playlist) for DVD-RWs (VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode)" on , press ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST repeatedly to...
... List may not appear for discs created on other DVD recorders. • Letters that have been finalized. B Movie thumbnail image C Title information: Displays the title number, title name, recording date, and recording mode. Also displays the title type (original or Playlist) for DVD-RWs (VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode)" on , press ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST repeatedly to...
Operating Instructions
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... a VCR or Similar Device" on to the i.LINK standard. Operation is straightforward because the DVD recorder will not output signals. • You cannot use the DV IN jack and record on page 54. - Do the following to record or edit from the DV IN jack The DV IN jack on dubbing. your digital video... dub by way of the LINE IN jacks, see "About i.LINK" on a disc after the initial dub, use the DV IN jack when: - you - Hookups DVD recorder S VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R LINE-2 IN DV IN ONE-TOUCH DUBBING HDMI DV IN to DV IN DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8...
... a VCR or Similar Device" on to the i.LINK standard. Operation is straightforward because the DVD recorder will not output signals. • You cannot use the DV IN jack and record on page 54. - Do the following to record or edit from the DV IN jack The DV IN jack on dubbing. your digital video... dub by way of the LINE IN jacks, see "About i.LINK" on a disc after the initial dub, use the DV IN jack when: - you - Hookups DVD recorder S VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R LINE-2 IN DV IN ONE-TOUCH DUBBING HDMI DV IN to DV IN DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8...
Operating Instructions
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...bright lighting when power is on page 22. Select this if the default command mode conflicts with other DVD equipment. z Hint If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder" on . 84 Maintains the lighting when power is off . Maintains low lighting regardless of whether power... is reset to "Off" in the "Setup" display. • Playback of the recorder. The default command mode of ...
...bright lighting when power is on page 22. Select this if the default command mode conflicts with other DVD equipment. z Hint If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder" on . 84 Maintains the lighting when power is off . Maintains low lighting regardless of whether power... is reset to "Off" in the "Setup" display. • Playback of the recorder. The default command mode of ...