Quick Start Guide
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...device, you need to connect the DVD recorder to a tuner that the tip of the controller is near the remote control reception window on your antenna ...495-11(1) AK68-01356A Select a connection To enjoy DVD playback, select connection A. To record TV programs on the DVD recorder from a connected tuner, make recordings on your DVD recorder. ©2007 Sony Corporation Printed in step 6 of the following cords... been using your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this DVD recorder to the VCR using an audio/video cord. RDR-GX355 Follow the three steps below to connect, setup and make ...
...device, you need to connect the DVD recorder to a tuner that the tip of the controller is near the remote control reception window on your antenna ...495-11(1) AK68-01356A Select a connection To enjoy DVD playback, select connection A. To record TV programs on the DVD recorder from a connected tuner, make recordings on your DVD recorder. ©2007 Sony Corporation Printed in step 6 of the following cords... been using your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this DVD recorder to the VCR using an audio/video cord. RDR-GX355 Follow the three steps below to connect, setup and make ...
Quick Start Guide
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...disc tray. Label side facing up Insert a DVD Disc 1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press OPEN/CLOSE and place a recordable DVD on the disc tray. 3 Press ... and do the following: 1 Turn on the recorder and the cable box/satellite receiver. 2 Point the remote at the recorder (not at the end of brand codes are ...recorder? (Changes to the current setting will determine how "widescreen" images are shown on your AV amplifier (receiver), then press ENTER. Set the day, year, hour, minutes, and AM/PM in the case of Brand Codes Cable box brand Code number Sony...
...disc tray. Label side facing up Insert a DVD Disc 1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press OPEN/CLOSE and place a recordable DVD on the disc tray. 3 Press ... and do the following: 1 Turn on the recorder and the cable box/satellite receiver. 2 Point the remote at the recorder (not at the end of brand codes are ...recorder? (Changes to the current setting will determine how "widescreen" images are shown on your AV amplifier (receiver), then press ENTER. Set the day, year, hour, minutes, and AM/PM in the case of Brand Codes Cable box brand Code number Sony...
Operating Instructions
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...(Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video mode Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for DVD-RAMs VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD Functions available for VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs ... About this manual • Instructions in this manual describe the controls on this recorder. You can also use the controls on the recorder if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The on-screen display illustrations used in this manual may not match...
...(Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video mode Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for DVD-RAMs VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD Functions available for VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs ... About this manual • Instructions in this manual describe the controls on this recorder. You can also use the controls on the recorder if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The on-screen display illustrations used in this manual may not match...
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: ...Your AV Amplifier (Receiver 18 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord 20 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 20 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...
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: ...Your AV Amplifier (Receiver 18 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord 20 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 20 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...
Operating Instructions
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...channels on the cable box/satellite receiver whenever the cable box/ satellite receiver and the recorder are turned on page 20. cable with no cable TV). To use the recorder's remote control to control a cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set top box ... y phono plug × 3) (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Set top box controller (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Step 2: Connecting the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner) This recorder does not include a TV tuner. Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Recorder Follow steps 1 to 7 to the cable box/...
...channels on the cable box/satellite receiver whenever the cable box/ satellite receiver and the recorder are turned on page 20. cable with no cable TV). To use the recorder's remote control to control a cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set top box ... y phono plug × 3) (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Set top box controller (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Step 2: Connecting the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner) This recorder does not include a TV tuner. Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Recorder Follow steps 1 to 7 to the cable box/...
Operating Instructions
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...LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks (page 15), you can watch cable or satellite programs, you can record any channel on the cable box or satellite receiver. This connection 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 ...input signal from a cable box or satellite receiver on the TV even when the recorder is turned on . Hookups and Settings Connecting a cable box/satellite receiver and set top box controller near the remote sensor on the cable box/satellite receiver. Be sure that the cable box or ...
...LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks (page 15), you can watch cable or satellite programs, you can record any channel on the cable box or satellite receiver. This connection 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 ...input signal from a cable box or satellite receiver on the TV even when the recorder is turned on . Hookups and Settings Connecting a cable box/satellite receiver and set top box controller near the remote sensor on the cable box/satellite receiver. Be sure that the cable box or ...
Operating Instructions
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... power cord only after the front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord Step 6: Preparing the Remote Plug the recorder and TV power cords into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries. 20 After you connect the power...batteries of time, remove the batteries. - When using the supplied remote. If you must wait for this recorder (page 27), be sure to AC outlet < Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for a short while before...
... power cord only after the front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord Step 6: Preparing the Remote Plug the recorder and TV power cords into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries. 20 After you connect the power...batteries of time, remove the batteries. - When using the supplied remote. If you must wait for this recorder (page 27), be sure to AC outlet < Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for a short while before...
Operating Instructions
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...code number previously entered will be erased. • When you find the one that can adjust the remote control's signal to the default setting. TV CH +/- Manufacturer Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daewoo Daytron Fisher General Electric Hitachi J.C.Penney JVC KMC LG/Gold Star ... VOL +/- Press TV "/1 TV VOL +/- Do not press "/1 at the top of the remote. Controlling TVs with your TV. Notes • Depending on a Sony TV that works with the remote You can switch between digital and analog Hookups and Settings Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than...
...code number previously entered will be erased. • When you find the one that can adjust the remote control's signal to the default setting. TV CH +/- Manufacturer Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daewoo Daytron Fisher General Electric Hitachi J.C.Penney JVC KMC LG/Gold Star ... VOL +/- Press TV "/1 TV VOL +/- Do not press "/1 at the top of the remote. Controlling TVs with your TV. Notes • Depending on a Sony TV that works with the remote You can switch between digital and analog Hookups and Settings Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than...
Operating Instructions
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... 03, 04, 12 12 14, 15 If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this recorder and the supplied remote to one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player after you have completed "Step 7: Easy Setup." The...
... 03, 04, 12 12 14, 15 If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this recorder and the supplied remote to one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player after you have completed "Step 7: Easy Setup." The...
Operating Instructions
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... appear each time you set the command mode on your recorder. B While holding down ENTER, enter the command mode code number using the recorder. Number buttons 123 456 789 0 "/1 O RETURN M/m/ Hookups and Settings 7 Set the command mode for the remote so it will be unable to the default setting of ...m Cable Box/Sat. To return to set above. If you do not complete Easy Setup, it matches the command mode for the recorder you turn on the remote. A Hold down both the number buttons and ENTER at the same time for using the number buttons. Settings are made in the ...
... appear each time you set the command mode on your recorder. B While holding down ENTER, enter the command mode code number using the recorder. Number buttons 123 456 789 0 "/1 O RETURN M/m/ Hookups and Settings 7 Set the command mode for the remote so it will be unable to the default setting of ...m Cable Box/Sat. To return to set above. If you do not complete Easy Setup, it matches the command mode for the recorder you turn on the remote. A Hold down both the number buttons and ENTER at the same time for using the number buttons. Settings are made in the ...
Operating Instructions
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...and check that the set top box controller. Checking the cable box/satellite receiver control setting 1 Turn on the recorder and the cable box/ satellite receiver. 2 Point the recorder's remote at the recorder (not at "Set Top Box Control" in place. 1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to your cable box... tape. 2 Affix it in "Features" setup (page 82). If you cannot get the recorder to see if they can provide you have confirmed that the set top box controller near the remote control sensor on the cable box/ satellite receiver window. Check the connection and place the set...
...and check that the set top box controller. Checking the cable box/satellite receiver control setting 1 Turn on the recorder and the cable box/ satellite receiver. 2 Point the recorder's remote at the recorder (not at "Set Top Box Control" in place. 1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to your cable box... tape. 2 Affix it in "Features" setup (page 82). If you cannot get the recorder to see if they can provide you have confirmed that the set top box controller near the remote control sensor on the cable box/ satellite receiver window. Check the connection and place the set...
Operating Instructions
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...the language abbreviation. In pause mode, you play in pause mode. All discs z Hints • You can change playback options, such as the remote's m/ M buttons. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an external 5.1-channel decoder system must be interrupted during Scan Audio (page 38). If... you can play a DVD with Dolby Digital soundtracks. *2 FR2 and FF2 are not available for the meaning of the recorder. Notes on page 99 for MP3. *3 FR3 and FF3 are output only through the DIGITAL AUDIO...
...the language abbreviation. In pause mode, you play in pause mode. All discs z Hints • You can change playback options, such as the remote's m/ M buttons. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an external 5.1-channel decoder system must be interrupted during Scan Audio (page 38). If... you can play a DVD with Dolby Digital soundtracks. *2 FR2 and FF2 are not available for the meaning of the recorder. Notes on page 99 for MP3. *3 FR3 and FF3 are output only through the DIGITAL AUDIO...
Operating Instructions
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... source you stop recording. 48 The recorder's input is full. Recording starts. Notes • Recording may take a few seconds for DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs. When the time counter reaches "0:00," the recorder stops recording and turns off the TV during recording. Note that it...the cable box/ satellite receiver's side. 5 Press REC MODE repeatedly to normal recording mode. To stop recording Press x STOP twice. z Hints • To play a disc recorded with this recorder's remote. Recording using the cable box/satellite receiver control, select the connected input (LINE1 or...
... source you stop recording. 48 The recorder's input is full. Recording starts. Notes • Recording may take a few seconds for DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs. When the time counter reaches "0:00," the recorder stops recording and turns off the TV during recording. Note that it...the cable box/ satellite receiver's side. 5 Press REC MODE repeatedly to normal recording mode. To stop recording Press x STOP twice. z Hints • To play a disc recorded with this recorder's remote. Recording using the cable box/satellite receiver control, select the connected input (LINE1 or...
Operating Instructions
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z Hint If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder" on . 84 Command Mode Changes the command mode of this recorder if other DVD equipment. The setup settings return to their default settings. 3 Press ENTER when "Finish" appears. The Parental setting is assigned the same...power is on page 83, select "Factory Setting," and press ENTER. 2 Select "Start," and press ENTER. Maintains low lighting regardless of the supplied remote to "Off" in step 2, and press ENTER. For details, see "If you enter a wrong number, press < or CLEAR and reenter. The...
z Hint If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder" on . 84 Command Mode Changes the command mode of this recorder if other DVD equipment. The setup settings return to their default settings. 3 Press ENTER when "Finish" appears. The Parental setting is assigned the same...power is on page 83, select "Factory Setting," and press ENTER. 2 Select "Start," and press ENTER. Maintains low lighting regardless of the supplied remote to "Off" in step 2, and press ENTER. For details, see "If you enter a wrong number, press < or CLEAR and reenter. The...
Operating Instructions
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... has priority and the second program starts recording only after timer recording is set . , Insert a recordable disc (page 30). , The disc has 99 or more titles, which prevents further recording. , The disc is protected (page 67). Remote control The remote does not function. , Batteries are set for both the Sony DVD equipment. The disc tray does not open...
... has priority and the second program starts recording only after timer recording is set . , Insert a recordable disc (page 30). , The disc has 99 or more titles, which prevents further recording. , The disc is protected (page 67). Remote control The remote does not function. , Batteries are set for both the Sony DVD equipment. The disc tray does not open...
Operating Instructions
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... including projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) Approx. 430 × 70 × 284 mm (Approx. 17 × 2 7/8 × 111/4 inches) Mass Approx. 3.1 kg (Approx. 6.8 lbs) Supplied accessories Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Audio/video cord (1) Set top box controller (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 92
... including projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) Approx. 430 × 70 × 284 mm (Approx. 17 × 2 7/8 × 111/4 inches) Mass Approx. 3.1 kg (Approx. 6.8 lbs) Supplied accessories Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Audio/video cord (1) Set top box controller (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 92
Operating Instructions
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... they have the same function as the buttons on /standby) switch (23) B Disc tray (35, 47, 72) C (remote sensor) (20) D Front panel display (45) E HDMI indicator (16) F z REC (record) button (47) G ./> (previous/next) buttons (36) HDMI Open the cover H N (play) button (35) X (pause) button (36, 47) x (stop) button (35, 47) I Z (... 72) J ONE-TOUCH DUBBING button (74) K DV IN jack (71) L LINE 2 IN (S VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO L (MONO)/R) jacks (27) 94 Front panel Buttons on the recorder have the same or similar names. Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses.
... they have the same function as the buttons on /standby) switch (23) B Disc tray (35, 47, 72) C (remote sensor) (20) D Front panel display (45) E HDMI indicator (16) F z REC (record) button (47) G ./> (previous/next) buttons (36) HDMI Open the cover H N (play) button (35) X (pause) button (36, 47) x (stop) button (35, 47) I Z (... 72) J ONE-TOUCH DUBBING button (74) K DV IN jack (71) L LINE 2 IN (S VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO L (MONO)/R) jacks (27) 94 Front panel Buttons on the recorder have the same or similar names. Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses.
Operating Instructions
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... CH +, and H PLAY buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference. ,continued 95 Additional Information button* (21) • VOL (volume) +/- Remote 123 456 789 0 A Z OPEN/CLOSE button (35, 47, 72) B Number buttons* (21, 36) SET button (82) C ANGLE button (36) D TOP ...(35) MENU button (35) E DISPLAY button (44) F M/m/ NEXT buttons (36) I REPLAY/ (36) ADVANCE buttons J CLEAR button (83) K X PAUSE button (47) L z REC (record) button (47) M ?/1 (on /standby) switch (21) • INPUT button (21) • CH (channel) +/- button* (47) O INPUT button (47, 54, 72) P TIME/...
... CH +, and H PLAY buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference. ,continued 95 Additional Information button* (21) • VOL (volume) +/- Remote 123 456 789 0 A Z OPEN/CLOSE button (35, 47, 72) B Number buttons* (21, 36) SET button (82) C ANGLE button (36) D TOP ...(35) MENU button (35) E DISPLAY button (44) F M/m/ NEXT buttons (36) I REPLAY/ (36) ADVANCE buttons J CLEAR button (83) K X PAUSE button (47) L z REC (record) button (47) M ?/1 (on /standby) switch (21) • INPUT button (21) • CH (channel) +/- button* (47) O INPUT button (47, 54, 72) P TIME/...
Operating Instructions
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...12 to your AV/amplifier (receiver) 18 to your TV 15 "Connections" 82 Controlling TVs with the remote 21 "Copy" 66 Copy protection 47, 97 Copy-Free 47 Copy-Never 47 Copy-Once 47 CPRM... Touch Dubbing" 74 "DV/D8 Simple Dubbing" 73 "DVD Auto Chapter" 81 DVD Editing 56 DVD VIDEO 33, 97 DVD+R 30, 97 DVD+R DL 30 DVD+RW 30, 97 DVD-R 30, 97 DVD-RAM 33 DVD-RW 30, 97 E Easy Setup 85 "Edit" 53...All Titles" 67 F "Factory Setting" 84 Fast forward 37 Fast reverse 37 Feature settings 81 Finalizing 69 "Format DVD-RW" 82 Formatting 47, 67 "Front Display" 84 Front panel 94 Front panel display 96 H Handling discs 90...
...12 to your AV/amplifier (receiver) 18 to your TV 15 "Connections" 82 Controlling TVs with the remote 21 "Copy" 66 Copy protection 47, 97 Copy-Free 47 Copy-Never 47 Copy-Once 47 CPRM... Touch Dubbing" 74 "DV/D8 Simple Dubbing" 73 "DVD Auto Chapter" 81 DVD Editing 56 DVD VIDEO 33, 97 DVD+R 30, 97 DVD+R DL 30 DVD+RW 30, 97 DVD-R 30, 97 DVD-RAM 33 DVD-RW 30, 97 E Easy Setup 85 "Edit" 53...All Titles" 67 F "Factory Setting" 84 Fast forward 37 Fast reverse 37 Feature settings 81 Finalizing 69 "Format DVD-RW" 82 Formatting 47, 67 "Front Display" 84 Front panel 94 Front panel display 96 H Handling discs 90...
Operating Instructions
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... format 98 "Protect" 58 Q Quick Timer 48 R Rear panel 96 REC 48 106 REC MODE 48 Recording 46 recordable discs 30 recording format 30 recording mode 46 Recording mode 46 Recording time 46, 49 Region code 34 Remaining time 44 Remote 20, 95 REPLAY 36 Resetting 85 Resume Play 38 Rotate 42 S Satellite receiver 13 Satellite receiver... (HDMI)" 77 VIDEO CD 33 Video mode 30 Video settings 77 VR mode 30 Z Zoom 42 T TIME/TEXT 45 TIMER 50 Timer List 53 Timer recording 49 change or cancel 53 Title 98 "Title Erase" 58, 63 TITLE LIST 39, 57 Title List 39 "Title Name" 58, 63
... format 98 "Protect" 58 Q Quick Timer 48 R Rear panel 96 REC 48 106 REC MODE 48 Recording 46 recordable discs 30 recording format 30 recording mode 46 Recording mode 46 Recording time 46, 49 Region code 34 Remaining time 44 Remote 20, 95 REPLAY 36 Resetting 85 Resume Play 38 Rotate 42 S Satellite receiver 13 Satellite receiver... (HDMI)" 77 VIDEO CD 33 Video mode 30 Video settings 77 VR mode 30 Z Zoom 42 T TIME/TEXT 45 TIMER 50 Timer List 53 Timer recording 49 change or cancel 53 Title 98 "Title Erase" 58, 63 TITLE LIST 39, 57 Title List 39 "Title Name" 58, 63