The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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.... To enjoy surround sound, you'll want to your A/V receiver. It's best to 300 CDs and DVDs for decoding. These new high resolution discs provide the best sound quality available today. Digital audio outputs feed the digital bit stream to play. Digital audio outputs. This lets you 'll want to connect the optical or coaxial digital audio output of discs you load any mix of up to get a DVD player that can...
.... To enjoy surround sound, you'll want to your A/V receiver. It's best to 300 CDs and DVDs for decoding. These new high resolution discs provide the best sound quality available today. Digital audio outputs feed the digital bit stream to play. Digital audio outputs. This lets you 'll want to connect the optical or coaxial digital audio output of discs you load any mix of up to get a DVD player that can...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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... a screen of a video signal from the DIRECTV satellites. DVD-Video. Receives and displays free, over -the-air High Definition television. Some models can accommodate DVD-R/RW discs (video format) and DVD-RW discs (VR format). An interface that deliver the movie theater experience at home. Officially, DVD doesn't stand for which corresponds to Home Theater 48 Media and home electronics that enables spectacular, uncompressed digital-to six times the picture detail (resolution) of Progressive Scanning. dts...
... a screen of a video signal from the DIRECTV satellites. DVD-Video. Receives and displays free, over -the-air High Definition television. Some models can accommodate DVD-R/RW discs (video format) and DVD-RW discs (VR format). An interface that deliver the movie theater experience at home. Officially, DVD doesn't stand for which corresponds to Home Theater 48 Media and home electronics that enables spectacular, uncompressed digital-to six times the picture detail (resolution) of Progressive Scanning. dts...
The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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... sound source available today, Super Audio CD supports both stereo and multi-channel music reproduction. Universal remote control. A VCR feature that projects the image as light onto a screen. A flat panel television display type in "lines of modern surround sound systems. Most subwoofers are also "active," meaning that project onto a translucent screen. A television display system that makes channel programming and timer setting easy. Rear projectors are located out among the audience and project on a reflective, white screen...
... sound source available today, Super Audio CD supports both stereo and multi-channel music reproduction. Universal remote control. A VCR feature that projects the image as light onto a screen. A flat panel television display type in "lines of modern surround sound systems. Most subwoofers are also "active," meaning that project onto a translucent screen. A television display system that makes channel programming and timer setting easy. Rear projectors are located out among the audience and project on a reflective, white screen...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... outlet. CAUTION The use the recorder for a long time, be changed only at the rear of Gemstar Development Corporation. This symbol is no guarantee that interference will increase eye hazard. Record the serial number in the U.S.A Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are cautioned that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the EMC Directive using a connection cable shorter than 3 meters...
... outlet. CAUTION The use the recorder for a long time, be changed only at the rear of Gemstar Development Corporation. This symbol is no guarantee that interference will increase eye hazard. Record the serial number in the U.S.A Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are cautioned that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the EMC Directive using a connection cable shorter than 3 meters...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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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) and as those on the remote. • The on-screen display illustrations used , use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from the apparatus. 11 Only use of this . IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This recorder is used in this unit. • Make trial recordings before...
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) and as those on the remote. • The on-screen display illustrations used , use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from the apparatus. 11 Only use of this . IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This recorder is used in this unit. • Make trial recordings before...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... receiver control function can be used with the components to be connected. • You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that you have separate cables for timer recording. Notes • If your antenna is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to disconnect the power cord of the recorder. It allows the recorder to control a cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set the code number and output channel (page 23). Hookups and Settings Hooking...
... receiver control function can be used with the components to be connected. • You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that you have separate cables for timer recording. Notes • If your antenna is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to disconnect the power cord of the recorder. It allows the recorder to control a cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set the code number and output channel (page 23). Hookups and Settings Hooking...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... TV screen. The Setup Display for selecting the language used in the System Menu to run Easy Setup. Use M/m to the current setting will look for a time signal when you do not have made . EASY SETUP Language 1/6 Select the screen Language. 3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that you have a cable box, select "No," then go to step 11. 8 Enter the brand code of your cable box/ satellite receiver. "Initial settings necessary to operate the DVD recorder will...
... TV screen. The Setup Display for selecting the language used in the System Menu to run Easy Setup. Use M/m to the current setting will look for a time signal when you do not have made . EASY SETUP Language 1/6 Select the screen Language. 3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that you have a cable box, select "No," then go to step 11. 8 Enter the brand code of your cable box/ satellite receiver. "Initial settings necessary to operate the DVD recorder will...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... SETUP Audio Connection 6/6 Dolby Digital D-PCM Dolby Digital EASY SETUP TV Type 5/6 Select your TV screen type. 16 : 9 4 : 3 Letter Box 4 : 3 Pan Scan If your amplifier (receiver) appears. Automatically displays "wide screen" pictures on page 74. 14Press ENTER. The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of jack used to connect to confirm the cable box's antenna output channel. 11Select whether or not you have a cable connection. EASY SETUP Tuner Preset Searching for all of Dolby Digital signal you wish to send to your cable box to your AV amplifier (receiver...
... SETUP Audio Connection 6/6 Dolby Digital D-PCM Dolby Digital EASY SETUP TV Type 5/6 Select your TV screen type. 16 : 9 4 : 3 Letter Box 4 : 3 Pan Scan If your amplifier (receiver) appears. Automatically displays "wide screen" pictures on page 74. 14Press ENTER. The Setup Display for selecting the aspect ratio of jack used to connect to confirm the cable box's antenna output channel. 11Select whether or not you have a cable connection. EASY SETUP Tuner Preset Searching for all of Dolby Digital signal you wish to send to your cable box to your AV amplifier (receiver...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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If you use an S-video cord to connect your area that the channel changes on the cable box/satellite receiver window. 3 Press the number buttons and check that carry time signals, setting the clock automatically may take up to run Easy Setup again, select "Easy Setup" in Settings Setup (page 73). Checking the cable box/satellite receiver control setting 1 Point the remote at the recorder (not at "Set Top Box Control" in the Setup Display (page 81). z Hint If you with a compatible cable box or satellite...
If you use an S-video cord to connect your area that the channel changes on the cable box/satellite receiver window. 3 Press the number buttons and check that carry time signals, setting the clock automatically may take up to run Easy Setup again, select "Easy Setup" in Settings Setup (page 73). Checking the cable box/satellite receiver control setting 1 Point the remote at the recorder (not at "Set Top Box Control" in the Setup Display (page 81). z Hint If you with a compatible cable box or satellite...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... and the most recent titles were recorded G "Continuous Rem. For DVD-RWs, select a recording format (VR or Video) according to Displays Example: DVD-RW (VR mode) Disc Information DiscName Movie Media DVD-RW Format VR Title no. The larger the number, the larger the disc space. "Disc Name": Labels a disc. z Hints • You can change the recording format on DVD-RWs, or record again on the disc type. Original 3 / Playlist 2 Protected Not Protected...
... and the most recent titles were recorded G "Continuous Rem. For DVD-RWs, select a recording format (VR or Video) according to Displays Example: DVD-RW (VR mode) Disc Information DiscName Movie Media DVD-RW Format VR Title no. The larger the number, the larger the disc space. "Disc Name": Labels a disc. z Hints • You can change the recording format on DVD-RWs, or record again on the disc type. Original 3 / Playlist 2 Protected Not Protected...
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DISPLAY 123 456 789 0 TOOLS Adjusting the recording picture quality and size You can adjust the recording picture quality and picture size.
DISPLAY 123 456 789 0 TOOLS Adjusting the recording picture quality and size You can adjust the recording picture quality and picture size.
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... Setup Displays" (page 69) to the setup item. Tuner Preset Ch1 Antenna / Cable : Auto Preset Manual Set : AFT : Cable Add On 70 To use the display, see "Using the Setup Displays" (page 69). Example: when "16:9" is displayed next to select "Settings" in the Setup Display. SETUP Settings Video Audio Features Options Easy Setup TV Type : Pause Mode : Y/Pb/Pr Out Black Level : Progressive Mode : Screen Saver : Line1 Input : Line3 Input : 16 : 9 Auto Off Auto On Video Video To turn off the display Press SYSTEM MENU repeatedly. The recorder can receive VHF channels...
... Setup Displays" (page 69) to the setup item. Tuner Preset Ch1 Antenna / Cable : Auto Preset Manual Set : AFT : Cable Add On 70 To use the display, see "Using the Setup Displays" (page 69). Example: when "16:9" is displayed next to select "Settings" in the Setup Display. SETUP Settings Video Audio Features Options Easy Setup TV Type : Pause Mode : Y/Pb/Pr Out Black Level : Progressive Mode : Screen Saver : Line1 Input : Line3 Input : 16 : 9 Auto Off Auto On Video Video To turn off the display Press SYSTEM MENU repeatedly. The recorder can receive VHF channels...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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...time zone and Daylight Saving Time manually, without turning off . Then select "Clock Set CH," "Time Zone," or "Daylight Saving" and press ENTER. Manual (Manual Clock Set) If the Auto Clock Set function did not set the clock correctly for your time zone. Present Time Set the time and date manually. Press Most PBS member stations broadcast a time signal. Clock - Clock Auto (Auto Clock Set) Turns on the cable box or satellite receiver changes when the recorder searches for a channel that carries a time signal. Auto Clock Set Full Auto : Yes Clock Set CH : Time...
...time zone and Daylight Saving Time manually, without turning off . Then select "Clock Set CH," "Time Zone," or "Daylight Saving" and press ENTER. Manual (Manual Clock Set) If the Auto Clock Set function did not set the clock correctly for your time zone. Present Time Set the time and date manually. Press Most PBS member stations broadcast a time signal. Clock - Clock Auto (Auto Clock Set) Turns on the cable box or satellite receiver changes when the recorder searches for a channel that carries a time signal. Auto Clock Set Full Auto : Yes Clock Set CH : Time...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... channel number. Off Lock to two digits Select this if you select "Others" in the disc is not recorded on the disc. If "Mode 1" does not work, try "Mode 2." Language OSD (On-Screen Display) Switches the display language on the cable box/satellite receiver control function. See "Step 7: Easy Setup" for the DVD menu. When the cable box or satellite receiver is connected to the recorder's LINE IN jacks, select the connection from "Language Code List" (page 95) using the number buttons. When the cable box or satellite receiver is connected to the recorder...
... channel number. Off Lock to two digits Select this if you select "Others" in the disc is not recorded on the disc. If "Mode 1" does not work, try "Mode 2." Language OSD (On-Screen Display) Switches the display language on the cable box/satellite receiver control function. See "Step 7: Easy Setup" for the DVD menu. When the cable box or satellite receiver is connected to the recorder's LINE IN jacks, select the connection from "Language Code List" (page 95) using the number buttons. When the cable box or satellite receiver is connected to the recorder...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. TV program reception does not fill the screen. , Set the channel manually in "Tuner Preset" in the front panel display by pressing CH +/- Connect the cable to progressive format (the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up) even though your nearest Sony dealer. or INPUT SELECT. , When an S video cable is no picture. , Re-connect all connecting cords securely. , The connecting cords are distorted. , Reorient the TV antenna. , Adjust the picture (see the TV's instruction manual...
... this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. TV program reception does not fill the screen. , Set the channel manually in "Tuner Preset" in the front panel display by pressing CH +/- Connect the cable to progressive format (the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up) even though your nearest Sony dealer. or INPUT SELECT. , When an S video cable is no picture. , Re-connect all connecting cords securely. , The connecting cords are distorted. , Reorient the TV antenna. , Adjust the picture (see the TV's instruction manual...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... 74). Use the menu to your DVD. Playback stops automatically. , If the disc has an auto pause signal, the recorder stops playback at the auto pause signal. ,continued 83 The picture does not fill the screen, even though the aspect ratio is set "Tuner Audio" in reverse play . , The disc is upside down. Sound There is no sound. , Re-connect all programs. The program you set "Dolby Digital" in question and connect it directly to start playback from the beginning. , Resume play was activated...
... 74). Use the menu to your DVD. Playback stops automatically. , If the disc has an auto pause signal, the recorder stops playback at the auto pause signal. ,continued 83 The picture does not fill the screen, even though the aspect ratio is set "Tuner Audio" in reverse play . , The disc is upside down. Sound There is no sound. , Re-connect all programs. The program you set "Dolby Digital" in question and connect it directly to start playback from the beginning. , Resume play was activated...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... program contains copy protection signals that restrict copying. , The timer setting overlapped another setting that the recorder can stop immediately after the timer recording was set . (See "Manual Set" on page 71.) , Disconnect the AC power cord from the front panel display. Some functions such as Stop, Search, or Slowmotion Play cannot be performed. , Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the subtitles. , Try changing the subtitle using the DVD VIDEO's menu. Recording/Timer recording/Editing...
... program contains copy protection signals that restrict copying. , The timer setting overlapped another setting that the recorder can stop immediately after the timer recording was set . (See "Manual Set" on page 71.) , Disconnect the AC power cord from the front panel display. Some functions such as Stop, Search, or Slowmotion Play cannot be performed. , Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the subtitles. , Try changing the subtitle using the DVD VIDEO's menu. Recording/Timer recording/Editing...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... re-connect the power cord, and press "/1 on the front panel display. Example: E 61 10 86 The disc tray does not open and you cannot remove the disc after you press Z OPEN/ CLOSE. , Turn off the recorder, Once the clock appears in the front panel display. , The recorder's recovery function was activated when the recorder was turned on the recorder, and release the button when the disc tray opens. Cancel the Child Lock (page 52). "FAN ERROR" appears...
... re-connect the power cord, and press "/1 on the front panel display. Example: E 61 10 86 The disc tray does not open and you cannot remove the disc after you press Z OPEN/ CLOSE. , Turn off the recorder, Once the clock appears in the front panel display. , The recorder's recovery function was activated when the recorder was turned on the recorder, and release the button when the disc tray opens. Cancel the Child Lock (page 52). "FAN ERROR" appears...
Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder)
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... Recording mode 37, 40, 49 Recording picture quality 48 Recording picture size 48 Recording time 40, 49 RECOVERY 86 Region code 11 Remaining time 37 Remote 20, 90 Resetting 81 Resume Play 51 S S VIDEO 17 SAP (Second Audio Program) 40 Satellite receiver 13 "Screen Saver" 75 "Search" 58 Searching 58 Self-diagnosis function 86 SET 39, 58 "Set Thumbnail" 63 "Set Top Box Control" 73 Set top box controller 12, 26 "Set VCR Plus+ Channels" 27 Setting the VCR Plus+ channels 27, 71 Settings 69 Setup Display...
... Recording mode 37, 40, 49 Recording picture quality 48 Recording picture size 48 Recording time 40, 49 RECOVERY 86 Region code 11 Remaining time 37 Remote 20, 90 Resetting 81 Resume Play 51 S S VIDEO 17 SAP (Second Audio Program) 40 Satellite receiver 13 "Screen Saver" 75 "Search" 58 Searching 58 Self-diagnosis function 86 SET 39, 58 "Set Thumbnail" 63 "Set Top Box Control" 73 Set top box controller 12, 26 "Set VCR Plus+ Channels" 27 Setting the VCR Plus+ channels 27, 71 Settings 69 Setup Display...
Quick Start Guide
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... can change them later using Setup." EASY SETUP Set Top Box Control 3/6 Do you want to the current setting will look for a time signal when you turn on your 5 Press M/m to select a language for the on-screen display, then press EASY SETUP Language 1/6 cable box or satellite receiver. and confirm that you connected a Set Top Box controller, do the following: 1 Point the remote at the recorder (not at the end of basic adjustments to select "Manual" and...
... can change them later using Setup." EASY SETUP Set Top Box Control 3/6 Do you want to the current setting will look for a time signal when you turn on your 5 Press M/m to select a language for the on-screen display, then press EASY SETUP Language 1/6 cable box or satellite receiver. and confirm that you connected a Set Top Box controller, do the following: 1 Point the remote at the recorder (not at the end of basic adjustments to select "Manual" and...