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3-876-081-12(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX257 © 2008 Sony Corporation
3-876-081-12(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX257 © 2008 Sony Corporation
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... approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. On placement • Place the recorder in a location with liquids, such as...recorder in a location near heat sources, or in an inclined position. CAUTION ADVARSEL ADVARSEL VARNING VARO VORSICHT CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPENS. RDR-GX257... the recorder and discs away from that may cause harmful interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this DVD recorder is intended...
... approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. On placement • Place the recorder in a location with liquids, such as...recorder in a location near heat sources, or in an inclined position. CAUTION ADVARSEL ADVARSEL VARNING VARO VORSICHT CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPENS. RDR-GX257... the recorder and discs away from that may cause harmful interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this DVD recorder is intended...
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... regarding DVDs in this . Also, use of each explanation indicate what is lawful copying in the area in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.... of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from the apparatus. 11) Only use this recorder. 3 If you leave the still video image or onscreen display image displayed on the remote. On compensation for lost recordings Sony is not liable and will not restore, recover, or replicate the...
... regarding DVDs in this . Also, use of each explanation indicate what is lawful copying in the area in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.... of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from the apparatus. 11) Only use this recorder. 3 If you leave the still video image or onscreen display image displayed on the remote. On compensation for lost recordings Sony is not liable and will not restore, recover, or replicate the...
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... and Playing Time 30 Changing the Name of a Recorded Program (Title Input 31 Labeling and Protecting a Disc 32 Playing a DVD on Other Equipment (Finalize 33 Recording 35 Before Recording 35 Timer Recording From Connected Equipment 36 Checking/Changing/Canceling Timer Settings (Timer List 37 Recording Without the Timer 39 Recording From a VCR or Similar Device 41 Playback...
... and Playing Time 30 Changing the Name of a Recorded Program (Title Input 31 Labeling and Protecting a Disc 32 Playing a DVD on Other Equipment (Finalize 33 Recording 35 Before Recording 35 Timer Recording From Connected Equipment 36 Checking/Changing/Canceling Timer Settings (Timer List 37 Recording Without the Timer 39 Recording From a VCR or Similar Device 41 Playback...
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... IN Jack 59 Dubbing From a DV/Digital8 Format Tape to a DVD 60 Settings and Adjustments 62 Using the Setup Displays 62 Recorder Settings (General 63 Language Settings 64 Audio Settings 65 Parental Control Settings (Lock 66 Recording Settings (Video 67 Disc Settings 68 Resetting the Recorder (Factory Set 69 Additional Information 70 Troubleshooting 70...
... IN Jack 59 Dubbing From a DV/Digital8 Format Tape to a DVD 60 Settings and Adjustments 62 Using the Setup Displays 62 Recorder Settings (General 63 Language Settings 64 Audio Settings 65 Parental Control Settings (Lock 66 Recording Settings (Video 67 Disc Settings 68 Resetting the Recorder (Factory Set 69 Additional Information 70 Troubleshooting 70...
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...box or satellite receiver. Wall Cable box/ satellite receiver Set top box controller (supplied) Antenna cable (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL HDMI OUT DVD recorder 11 AUDIO - R LINE OUT : Signal flow SET TOP BOX CONTROL to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) VIDEO LINE 1 IN L... - Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE 1 IN). R AUDIO OUT VIDEO LINE 1 IN L - R ...
...box or satellite receiver. Wall Cable box/ satellite receiver Set top box controller (supplied) Antenna cable (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL HDMI OUT DVD recorder 11 AUDIO - R LINE OUT : Signal flow SET TOP BOX CONTROL to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) VIDEO LINE 1 IN L... - Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE 1 IN). R AUDIO OUT VIDEO LINE 1 IN L - R ...
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... : Signal flow HDMI cord (not supplied) C TV, projector, or audio component 12 R AUDIO OUT VIDEO LINE 1 IN L - R LINE OUT to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (blue) (red) DVD recorder HDMI OUT to view pictures. AUDIO - R SET TOP BOX CONTROL VIDEO L - A TV, projector, or audio component Video cord (supplied) (green) to the input jack on...
... : Signal flow HDMI cord (not supplied) C TV, projector, or audio component 12 R AUDIO OUT VIDEO LINE 1 IN L - R LINE OUT to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (blue) (red) DVD recorder HDMI OUT to view pictures. AUDIO - R SET TOP BOX CONTROL VIDEO L - A TV, projector, or audio component Video cord (supplied) (green) to the input jack on...
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... compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on the front panel to 4:3. * This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. If you place the recorder on the recorder, and set compatibility with this model 525p DVD recorder, please contact our customer service center. • You cannot connect the... jacks output progressive 480p format signals, even if 720p, 1080i or 1080p is selected by checking their shapes. The indicator on the recorder (page 21). B Component video input jacks (Y, PB, PR) You will enjoy standard quality images. Do not bend or apply ...
... compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on the front panel to 4:3. * This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. If you place the recorder on the recorder, and set compatibility with this model 525p DVD recorder, please contact our customer service center. • You cannot connect the... jacks output progressive 480p format signals, even if 720p, 1080i or 1080p is selected by checking their shapes. The indicator on the recorder (page 21). B Component video input jacks (Y, PB, PR) You will enjoy standard quality images. Do not bend or apply ...
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... to listen to sound. [Speakers] Rear (L) Front (L) Audio component with the connected components. 14 AUDIO - R SET TOP BOX CONTROL VIDEO L - AUDIO - R LINE OUT (red) (white) DVD recorder B (white) Audio cord (supplied) (red) : Signal flow A Digital audio input jack If your TV's or audio component's two speakers for sound. Step 3: Connecting the Audio...
... to listen to sound. [Speakers] Rear (L) Front (L) Audio component with the connected components. 14 AUDIO - R SET TOP BOX CONTROL VIDEO L - AUDIO - R LINE OUT (red) (white) DVD recorder B (white) Audio cord (supplied) (red) : Signal flow A Digital audio input jack If your TV's or audio component's two speakers for sound. Step 3: Connecting the Audio...
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...may be erased. Controlling TVs with some or all of different manufacturers. - Should leakage occur, do not intend to use a new battery with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for an extended period of the remote, the code number and Command Mode may not be able to...the remote, point it at the top of the remote. Step 5: Preparing the Remote You can adjust the remote's signal to control your TV. The recorder may not respond to the remote. • When you enter the last number, release the TV [/1 button. 16 Set the appropriate code number and ...
...may be erased. Controlling TVs with some or all of different manufacturers. - Should leakage occur, do not intend to use a new battery with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for an extended period of the remote, the code number and Command Mode may not be able to...the remote, point it at the top of the remote. Step 5: Preparing the Remote You can adjust the remote's signal to control your TV. The recorder may not respond to the remote. • When you enter the last number, release the TV [/1 button. 16 Set the appropriate code number and ...
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...Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is "3." TV INPUT Operations Turns your TV on your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set for this recorder and the supplied remote is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your... Selects the channel on or off. Set the same command mode. Adjusts the volume of your TV's input source. If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your TV. x ./> Number buttons 123 456 789 0 on the front panel display. 4 Hold down ...
...Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is "3." TV INPUT Operations Turns your TV on your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set for this recorder and the supplied remote is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your... Selects the channel on or off. Set the same command mode. Adjusts the volume of your TV's input source. If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your TV. x ./> Number buttons 123 456 789 0 on the front panel display. 4 Hold down ...
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... to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. Connecting to the LINE 2 IN jacks Connect a VCR or similar recording device to left/ right channels (not supplied). ,continued 21 VCR, etc. OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO L R Audio/video cord (not supplied) to LINE 2 IN : Signal flow DVD recorder z Hint When the connected equipment outputs only monaural sound...
... to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. Connecting to the LINE 2 IN jacks Connect a VCR or similar recording device to left/ right channels (not supplied). ,continued 21 VCR, etc. OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO L R Audio/video cord (not supplied) to LINE 2 IN : Signal flow DVD recorder z Hint When the connected equipment outputs only monaural sound...
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... a second line input on your TV screen. This may not receive a clear image on your TV. Line input 1 VCR DVD recorder TV Line input 2 • To watch the tapes through the recorder while the recorder is in standby mode, set [Power Save] to [Off] (default) in the order shown below.... DVD recorder VCR TV Be sure to connect your VCR to the DVD (digital video disc) recorder and your TV in the [General] setup (page 63). • If you disconnect the recorder's mains lead (the power cord), you may cause noise (feedback). ...
... a second line input on your TV screen. This may not receive a clear image on your TV. Line input 1 VCR DVD recorder TV Line input 2 • To watch the tapes through the recorder while the recorder is in standby mode, set [Power Save] to [Off] (default) in the order shown below.... DVD recorder VCR TV Be sure to connect your VCR to the DVD (digital video disc) recorder and your TV in the [General] setup (page 63). • If you disconnect the recorder's mains lead (the power cord), you may cause noise (feedback). ...
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...the power cord), you will not be able to view the signals from the connected tuner on the recorder to view the signals from the connected tuner. 23 AUDIO - R LINE OUT HDMI OUT DVD recorder Audio cord (supplied) : Signal flow Video cord (supplied) TV INPUT L AUDIO R VIDEO z... Hint You do not need to this recorder using the LINE 1 IN jacks. AUDIO - Satellite tuner, etc. AUDIO - Disconnect the recorder's mains lead (the power cord) from ...
...the power cord), you will not be able to view the signals from the connected tuner on the recorder to view the signals from the connected tuner. 23 AUDIO - R LINE OUT HDMI OUT DVD recorder Audio cord (supplied) : Signal flow Video cord (supplied) TV INPUT L AUDIO R VIDEO z... Hint You do not need to this recorder using the LINE 1 IN jacks. AUDIO - Satellite tuner, etc. AUDIO - Disconnect the recorder's mains lead (the power cord) from ...
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...page 43. to a PC is not supported. • This recorder is compatible with USB memory that requires additional program installation when you have connected it to USB jack USB memory 24 DVD recorder b Notes • This recorder supports only USB memory with the USB memory before connecting. For ...details about playing the inserted USB memory, see "Playing from the USB memory" on the recorder to the operating instructions supplied with FAT16 ...
...page 43. to a PC is not supported. • This recorder is compatible with USB memory that requires additional program installation when you have connected it to USB jack USB memory 24 DVD recorder b Notes • This recorder supports only USB memory with the USB memory before connecting. For ...details about playing the inserted USB memory, see "Playing from the USB memory" on the recorder to the operating instructions supplied with FAT16 ...
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If necessary, select a sub option and press ENTER. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. Basic Operation Basic Operation Using the System Menu System Menu Media Timer Record Setup Video(Title) Photo Music The System Menu appears when you press SYSTEM MENU, and provides entries to the recorder's functions.
If necessary, select a sub option and press ENTER. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. Basic Operation Basic Operation Using the System Menu System Menu Media Timer Record Setup Video(Title) Photo Music The System Menu appears when you press SYSTEM MENU, and provides entries to the recorder's functions.
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You can also reformat a DVD+RW or DVD-RW to format the disc. Z OPEN/ CLOSE SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 "/1 Inserting and Formatting a Disc +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R When you first insert a new disc, the recorder will ask you to create a blank disc. Follow the steps below to format the disc.
You can also reformat a DVD+RW or DVD-RW to format the disc. Z OPEN/ CLOSE SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 "/1 Inserting and Formatting a Disc +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R When you first insert a new disc, the recorder will ask you to create a blank disc. Follow the steps below to format the disc.
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Basic Operation To search for a specific point of the title Select [Search] and press ENTER in step 4. Select [Time] and press ENTER. While watching the preview, press
Basic Operation To search for a specific point of the title Select [Search] and press ENTER in step 4. Select [Time] and press ENTER. While watching the preview, press
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... not output signals. • You cannot use the DV IN jack and record on the recorder to DV IN i.LINK cable (not supplied) DV output Digital video camera : Signal flow 59 Hookups DVD recorder to record or edit from the DV IN jack The DV IN jack on the tape contain copy protection... signals, which limit recording. • If you - Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the DV IN Jack You...
... not output signals. • You cannot use the DV IN jack and record on the recorder to DV IN i.LINK cable (not supplied) DV output Digital video camera : Signal flow 59 Hookups DVD recorder to record or edit from the DV IN jack The DV IN jack on the tape contain copy protection... signals, which limit recording. • If you - Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the DV IN Jack You...
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...Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product. Region code (DVD VIDEO only) Your recorder has a region code printed on this recorder. Additional Information 77 This system is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with identical region codes. Music discs encoded... with copyright protection technologies are some record companies. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact ...
...Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product. Region code (DVD VIDEO only) Your recorder has a region code printed on this recorder. Additional Information 77 This system is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with identical region codes. Music discs encoded... with copyright protection technologies are some record companies. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact ...