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... the receiving antenna. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15... - This symbol is connected. - Record the serial number in the literature accompanying the appliance. RDR-GX330 Serial No CAUTION You are cautioned that...on a circuit different from the wall socket immediately in this DVD recorder is no guarantee that interference will increase eye hazard. WARNING ...this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product will not occur in a residential installation. For customers in the U.S.A Owner's Record The...
... the receiving antenna. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15... - This symbol is connected. - Record the serial number in the literature accompanying the appliance. RDR-GX330 Serial No CAUTION You are cautioned that...on a circuit different from the wall socket immediately in this DVD recorder is no guarantee that interference will increase eye hazard. WARNING ...this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product will not occur in a residential installation. For customers in the U.S.A Owner's Record The...
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...on other recorders and played back on this recorder. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 4 When a cart is used in this manual may not match the graphics displayed on your TV screen. • The explanations regarding DVDs in this manual refer to DVDs created on ...specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. The explanations do not apply to DVDs that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of media can also use the controls on the recorder if they exit from tip-over. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use ...
...on other recorders and played back on this recorder. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 4 When a cart is used in this manual may not match the graphics displayed on your TV screen. • The explanations regarding DVDs in this manual refer to DVDs created on ...specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. The explanations do not apply to DVDs that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of media can also use the controls on the recorder if they exit from tip-over. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use ...
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... Audio Tracks or JPEG Image Files 55 About MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files 56 MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files that the recorder can play . . . . . 57 About playback order of albums, tracks, and files 57 Erasing and Editing 59 Before Editing 59 Erasing and... Editing a Title 60 Erasing multiple titles (Erase Titles 60 Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase 61 Creating chapters manually 62 Creating and Editing a Playlist 62 Moving a Playlist title (Change Order 64 Combining multiple Playlist titles (Combine Titles 64 Dividing a Playlist title (...
... Audio Tracks or JPEG Image Files 55 About MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files 56 MP3 audio tracks or JPEG image files that the recorder can play . . . . . 57 About playback order of albums, tracks, and files 57 Erasing and Editing 59 Before Editing 59 Erasing and... Editing a Title 60 Erasing multiple titles (Erase Titles 60 Erasing a section of a title (A-B Erase 61 Creating chapters manually 62 Creating and Editing a Playlist 62 Moving a Playlist title (Change Order 64 Combining multiple Playlist titles (Combine Titles 64 Dividing a Playlist title (...
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...Recordable and playable discs Type Disc Logo Icon used in Formatting this manual (new discs) Compatibility with other DVD players (finalizing) DVD+RW DVDRW VR mode Video mode DVD+R DVD+R DL VR mode DVD-R Video mode +RW Automatically formatted in +VR mode (DVD+RW VIDEO) Playable on DVD...players (finalization unnecessary) Format in Video mode (page 27) Playable on most DVD players (finalization necessary) (page 35) Automatically formatted in Playable on most DVD +R +VR mode players (finalization (DVD+R necessary) (page 35) VIDEO) -RVR -RVideo Format in players (...
...Recordable and playable discs Type Disc Logo Icon used in Formatting this manual (new discs) Compatibility with other DVD players (finalizing) DVD+RW DVDRW VR mode Video mode DVD+R DVD+R DL VR mode DVD-R Video mode +RW Automatically formatted in +VR mode (DVD+RW VIDEO) Playable on DVD...players (finalization unnecessary) Format in Video mode (page 27) Playable on most DVD players (finalization necessary) (page 35) Automatically formatted in Playable on most DVD +R +VR mode players (finalization (DVD+R necessary) (page 35) VIDEO) -RVR -RVideo Format in players (...
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...DVDs that were recorded on Super Audio CDs • DVD VIDEOs with a DVD video camera cannot be purchased or rented This recorder also recognizes DVD-R Dual Layer (Video mode) discs as PAL 10 DATA CD - 8 cm DVD+RW/ DVD-RW/DVD-R - Playable discs Type DVD VIDEO VIDEO CD Disc Logo Icon used in this manual Characteristics DVD... Discs such as movies that can be played.) "DVD VIDEO" and "CD" are recorded in a format different from the ...
...DVDs that were recorded on Super Audio CDs • DVD VIDEOs with a DVD video camera cannot be purchased or rented This recorder also recognizes DVD-R Dual Layer (Video mode) discs as PAL 10 DATA CD - 8 cm DVD+RW/ DVD-RW/DVD-R - Playable discs Type DVD VIDEO VIDEO CD Disc Logo Icon used in this manual Characteristics DVD... Discs such as movies that can be played.) "DVD VIDEO" and "CD" are recorded in a format different from the ...
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Hookups and Settings Step 6: Easy Setup Make the basic adjustments by following the on-screen instructions in "Easy Setup." [/1 O RETURN
Hookups and Settings Step 6: Easy Setup Make the basic adjustments by following the on-screen instructions in "Easy Setup." [/1 O RETURN
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... supplied) to the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. To record on this recorder, see "Recording from the AC outlet, connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 1 IN of an audio/video cord. Connecting a VCR or Similar Device After disconnecting the recorder's AC power cord from ... timer" on page 48. For details, refer to LINE 1 IN : Signal flow DVD recorder 24 Connecting to the LINE 1 IN jacks Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. VIDEO OUTPUT AUDIO L R S VIDEO VCR, etc. Use the DV IN jack ...
... supplied) to the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. To record on this recorder, see "Recording from the AC outlet, connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 1 IN of an audio/video cord. Connecting a VCR or Similar Device After disconnecting the recorder's AC power cord from ... timer" on page 48. For details, refer to LINE 1 IN : Signal flow DVD recorder 24 Connecting to the LINE 1 IN jacks Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. VIDEO OUTPUT AUDIO L R S VIDEO VCR, etc. Use the DV IN jack ...
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... input source you can manually re-format the disc to close the disc tray. DISPLAY Recording/playing side facing down z REC x REC STOP REC MODE TV/VIDEO 2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to make a recording. If the disc is full. ,continued 27 Inserting a Disc +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -RVR -RVideo DVD VCD CD DATA DVD DATA CD Z OPEN/ CLOSE...
... input source you can manually re-format the disc to close the disc tray. DISPLAY Recording/playing side facing down z REC x REC STOP REC MODE TV/VIDEO 2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to make a recording. If the disc is full. ,continued 27 Inserting a Disc +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -RVR -RVideo DVD VCD CD DATA DVD DATA CD Z OPEN/ CLOSE...
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... to Know Your DVD Recorder Unfinalizing a disc -RWVR -RWVideo For DVD-RWs (Video mode) DVD-RWs (Video mode) that have been finalized on another recorder. 1 Insert a disc. Getting to your needs (page 59). See "1. Inserting a Disc" on a DVD-RW (VR mode) that have been finalized to prohibit additional recording or editing can manually reformat a DVD+RW or DVD-RW disc...
... to Know Your DVD Recorder Unfinalizing a disc -RWVR -RWVideo For DVD-RWs (Video mode) DVD-RWs (Video mode) that have been finalized on another recorder. 1 Insert a disc. Getting to your needs (page 59). See "1. Inserting a Disc" on a DVD-RW (VR mode) that have been finalized to prohibit additional recording or editing can manually reformat a DVD+RW or DVD-RW disc...
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... (page 8). The sound will be recorded on this recorder. When the recorder receives a copy guard signal, the recorder continues to "SAP" (page 76). TIMER Set the date, time, and channel of a program. This may prevent the accurate recording of the program manually. Timer Recording +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -RVideo -RVR You can set "Tuner Audio" in the "Audio" setup...
... (page 8). The sound will be recorded on this recorder. When the recorder receives a copy guard signal, the recorder continues to "SAP" (page 76). TIMER Set the date, time, and channel of a program. This may prevent the accurate recording of the program manually. Timer Recording +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -RVideo -RVR You can set "Tuner Audio" in the "Audio" setup...
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...in "TV Type" of "Video" setup (page 74). • Remnants of images may appear on your screen when using "Rec NR" (noise reduction): Reduces noise contained in greater detail. Timer Recording "DVD Rec. For all other recording modes, the screen size is received, the disc records the ...fixed at approximately 6 minute intervals during recording. b Notes • When playing a 16:9 size picture recorded as 16:9 even if "DVD Rec. Press M/m to 4:3 Letter Box regardless of the setting in a title The recorder can insert and erase chapter marks manually (page 62). Picture Size": Sets the...
...in "TV Type" of "Video" setup (page 74). • Remnants of images may appear on your screen when using "Rec NR" (noise reduction): Reduces noise contained in greater detail. Timer Recording "DVD Rec. For all other recording modes, the screen size is received, the disc records the ...fixed at approximately 6 minute intervals during recording. b Notes • When playing a 16:9 size picture recorded as 16:9 even if "DVD Rec. Press M/m to 4:3 Letter Box regardless of the setting in a title The recorder can insert and erase chapter marks manually (page 62). Picture Size": Sets the...
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appears on a DVDRW/DVD-R (VR mode). Press . Creating and Editing a Playlist -RWVR -RVR Playlist edit allows you want to edit or re-edit without changing the actual recordings. PREV/NEXT > to search for a chapter number, and while displaying the chapter containing the chapter mark you to divide... the title into chapters. b Note To insert a chapter mark manually during recording, set "Auto Chapter" to create a digest with the previous chapter. Example: You have recorded the final few matches of a football tournament on the screen and the scenes to 97 ...
appears on a DVDRW/DVD-R (VR mode). Press . Creating and Editing a Playlist -RWVR -RVR Playlist edit allows you want to edit or re-edit without changing the actual recordings. PREV/NEXT > to search for a chapter number, and while displaying the chapter containing the chapter mark you to divide... the title into chapters. b Note To insert a chapter mark manually during recording, set "Auto Chapter" to create a digest with the previous chapter. Example: You have recorded the final few matches of a football tournament on the screen and the scenes to 97 ...
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... For more information about i.LINK, see "About i.LINK" on page 48. Hookups DVD recorder Preparing for input only. you - to the DV IN jack on other DVD equipment, finalize the disc (page 35). For the recorder to record or edit, your digital video camera must be performed correctly when using the "DV/...MV format digital video camera even if it has an i.LINK jack. - z Hint If you want to record or edit from connected equipment without a timer" on page 90. See the instruction manual supplied with a digital video camera via the DV IN jack on a disc after the initial dub, use ...
... For more information about i.LINK, see "About i.LINK" on page 48. Hookups DVD recorder Preparing for input only. you - to the DV IN jack on other DVD equipment, finalize the disc (page 35). For the recorder to record or edit, your digital video camera must be performed correctly when using the "DV/...MV format digital video camera even if it has an i.LINK jack. - z Hint If you want to record or edit from connected equipment without a timer" on page 90. See the instruction manual supplied with a digital video camera via the DV IN jack on a disc after the initial dub, use ...
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...Auto Preset Automatically presets the receivable channels. The recorder can set using automatic presetting methods. Manual Channel Setup Presets or disables channels manually. If some channels could not be set them manually. 1 Select "Tuner Preset" in numerical sequence. The options for ...the connected cable box or satellite receiver. The default settings are preset in "Basic," and press ENTER. ,continued 71 Tuner Preset b Note You cannot preset channels for "Basic" appear. Cable Presets cable TV...
...Auto Preset Automatically presets the receivable channels. The recorder can set using automatic presetting methods. Manual Channel Setup Presets or disables channels manually. If some channels could not be set them manually. 1 Select "Tuner Preset" in numerical sequence. The options for ...the connected cable box or satellite receiver. The default settings are preset in "Basic," and press ENTER. ,continued 71 Tuner Preset b Note You cannot preset channels for "Basic" appear. Cable Presets cable TV...
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... a clearer picture, and press ENTER. 10 To preset or disable another channel, repeat from step 5. 5 Press M/m to select the channel you to adjust the picture manually. 9 Select "On" to select "AFT." Cable Presets cable TV channels. 3 Select an option, and press ENTER. 4 Select...
... a clearer picture, and press ENTER. 10 To preset or disable another channel, repeat from step 5. 5 Press M/m to select the channel you to adjust the picture manually. 9 Select "On" to select "AFT." Cable Presets cable TV channels. 3 Select an option, and press ENTER. 4 Select...
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... Saving Select "On" or "Off" (standard time), or select "Auto" to "Yes," the Auto Clock Set function is activated whenever the recorder is incorrect. Manual (Manual Clock Set) If the Auto Clock Set function did not set the daylight saving time. Use this option if you to set the clock...Clock" in "Basic," and press ENTER. 2 Select "Manual," and press ENTER. 3 Press M/m to adjust your clock setting is turned off the Auto Clock Set function. 4 Select "Yes," and press ENTER. z Hint If you set "Full Auto" to have the recorder automatically search for your local area, set the month,...
... Saving Select "On" or "Off" (standard time), or select "Auto" to "Yes," the Auto Clock Set function is activated whenever the recorder is incorrect. Manual (Manual Clock Set) If the Auto Clock Set function did not set the daylight saving time. Use this option if you to set the clock...Clock" in "Basic," and press ENTER. 2 Select "Manual," and press ENTER. 3 Press M/m to adjust your clock setting is turned off the Auto Clock Set function. 4 Select "Yes," and press ENTER. z Hint If you set "Full Auto" to have the recorder automatically search for your local area, set the month,...
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... step 3, and press ENTER. z Hint If you select "Others" in "DVD Menu," "Subtitle," or "Audio," select and enter a language code from "Language Code List" on the disc. Format DVD-RW (DVD-RW only) The recorder automatically starts formatting in VR mode) Selects whether or not to reset it by...Off" in VR mode. 5 Select "Level," and press ENTER. In this recorder. • Depending on the DVD VIDEO, one of the sound track. Manual Allows you selected for the disc, set "Level" to finalize the disc manually. 80 Discs rated higher than the selected level will be restricted. 6 Select...
... step 3, and press ENTER. z Hint If you select "Others" in "DVD Menu," "Subtitle," or "Audio," select and enter a language code from "Language Code List" on the disc. Format DVD-RW (DVD-RW only) The recorder automatically starts formatting in VR mode) Selects whether or not to reset it by...Off" in VR mode. 5 Select "Level," and press ENTER. In this recorder. • Depending on the DVD VIDEO, one of the sound track. Manual Allows you selected for the disc, set "Level" to finalize the disc manually. 80 Discs rated higher than the selected level will be restricted. 6 Select...
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...manual). , Place the recorder and TV farther apart. , Place the TV and any TV program using the CH +/- TV program reception does not fill the screen. , Set the channel manually in "Tuner Preset" in the "Basic" setup (page 71). , Select the correct source using the recorder, use this case, hold down x STOP, and press CHANNEL - (minus) on your nearest Sony... TV/VIDEO player, the copyprotection signal applied to progressive format even though your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. There is connected securely. , Even if your TV, or if you set the recorder to some DVD ...
...manual). , Place the recorder and TV farther apart. , Place the TV and any TV program using the CH +/- TV program reception does not fill the screen. , Set the channel manually in "Tuner Preset" in the "Basic" setup (page 71). , Select the correct source using the recorder, use this case, hold down x STOP, and press CHANNEL - (minus) on your nearest Sony... TV/VIDEO player, the copyprotection signal applied to progressive format even though your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. There is connected securely. , Even if your TV, or if you set the recorder to some DVD ...
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...TV screen (page 49). , The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing angles. , Try changing the angle using the DVD VIDEO's menu. , The angles cannot be changed for the titles recorded on this recorder. The angles cannot be changed during recording. , The recorder's internal clock stopped due to a power failure that was set . See "Tuner...no DVD inside the recorder. ,continued 85 Additional Information Playback stops automatically. , If the DVD has an auto pause signal, the recorder stops playback at the auto pause signal. See the instruction manual supplied with the disc. Use the menu to "TV." ...
...TV screen (page 49). , The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing angles. , Try changing the angle using the DVD VIDEO's menu. , The angles cannot be changed for the titles recorded on this recorder. The angles cannot be changed during recording. , The recorder's internal clock stopped due to a power failure that was set . See "Tuner...no DVD inside the recorder. ,continued 85 Additional Information Playback stops automatically. , If the DVD has an auto pause signal, the recorder stops playback at the auto pause signal. See the instruction manual supplied with the disc. Use the menu to "TV." ...