Quick Start Guide
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... DVD recorder to an AC outlet 3 4 Connect all power cords last! Cable With No Cable Box Please contact your cable service to connect, setup and make additional connections by referring to connection B. : Hookup for Place it so that the tip of the following cords (not supplied). RDR-GX355 ...UHF IN LINE IN to LINE IN to a tuner that has audio/video output jacks. hint For any inquiry, please visit the Sony web site : http://esupport.sony.com/ Cable Box / Satellite Receiver to your set top box. Connect the Set Top Box controller (supplied), and select "Yes" ...
... DVD recorder to an AC outlet 3 4 Connect all power cords last! Cable With No Cable Box Please contact your cable service to connect, setup and make additional connections by referring to connection B. : Hookup for Place it so that the tip of the following cords (not supplied). RDR-GX355 ...UHF IN LINE IN to LINE IN to a tuner that has audio/video output jacks. hint For any inquiry, please visit the Sony web site : http://esupport.sony.com/ Cable Box / Satellite Receiver to your set top box. Connect the Set Top Box controller (supplied), and select "Yes" ...
Quick Start Guide
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... appears, press ENTER to set top box. Easy Setup Easy Setup is finished. 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 connected cable box or satellite receiver. 2 Press REC MODE repeatedly to Disc Types" in the same way...Start ENTER Enter Return SYSTEM MENU Exit If "Initial setting necessary to enter the brand code of Brand Codes Cable box brand Code number Sony 1006 Scientific Atlanta Motorola Pace 0008,0277,0017,00 06,0237,0025,0477, 0207,0877,0003,00 12,0000,0021,1877 0476...
... appears, press ENTER to set top box. Easy Setup Easy Setup is finished. 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 connected cable box or satellite receiver. 2 Press REC MODE repeatedly to Disc Types" in the same way...Start ENTER Enter Return SYSTEM MENU Exit If "Initial setting necessary to enter the brand code of Brand Codes Cable box brand Code number Sony 1006 Scientific Atlanta Motorola Pace 0008,0277,0017,00 06,0237,0025,0477, 0207,0877,0003,00 12,0000,0021,1877 0476...
Operating Instructions
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3-096-489-11(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX355 © 2007 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions US Manual de instrucciones ES
3-096-489-11(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX355 © 2007 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions US Manual de instrucciones ES
Operating Instructions
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... product will not occur in the event of trouble. • If you call upon your authority to operate this DVD recorder is placed in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this apparatus to which can be changed only at the rear of the unit. DANGER CAUTION VORSICHT ADVARSEL ADVARSEL...196;R ÖPPNAD. This symbol is no guarantee that to rain or moisture. RDR-GX355 Serial No CAUTION You are designed to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Connect the equipment into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it any solid object or liquid fall into an outlet on the laser...
... product will not occur in the event of trouble. • If you call upon your authority to operate this DVD recorder is placed in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this apparatus to which can be changed only at the rear of the unit. DANGER CAUTION VORSICHT ADVARSEL ADVARSEL...196;R ÖPPNAD. This symbol is no guarantee that to rain or moisture. RDR-GX355 Serial No CAUTION You are designed to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Connect the equipment into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it any solid object or liquid fall into an outlet on the laser...
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... Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to a malfunction of this . A polarized plug has two blades with the apparatus. Unauthorized recording of such material may require authorization from the cable television transmitter and/or program owner. • This product incorporates copyright protection technology that..., and is prohibited. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your nearest Sony dealer. Plasma display panels and projection televisions are provided for your outlet, consult an electrician for home and other apparatus...
... Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to a malfunction of this . A polarized plug has two blades with the apparatus. Unauthorized recording of such material may require authorization from the cable television transmitter and/or program owner. • This product incorporates copyright protection technology that..., and is prohibited. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your nearest Sony dealer. Plasma display panels and projection televisions are provided for your outlet, consult an electrician for home and other apparatus...
Operating Instructions
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... Functions available for DVD+RWs Functions available for DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-RWs in video mode Functions available for DVD+Rs -RVR -RVideo DVD RAM Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video mode Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for DVD-RAMs VCD...
... Functions available for DVD+RWs Functions available for DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-RWs in video mode Functions available for DVD+Rs -RVR -RVideo DVD RAM Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video mode Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for DVD-RAMs VCD...
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 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 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 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 a Title From the Title List 39 Searching for a...
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... Jack 71 Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD 72 Settings and Adjustments 75 Using the Setup Displays 75 Clock Setting (Clock Set 76 Video Settings (Video 77 Audio Settings (Audio 79 Recording and Set Top Box Control Settings (Features 81 Language, Parental ...Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 83 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 85 Additional Information 86 Troubleshooting 86 Notes About This Recorder 90 Specifications 91 About i.LINK 93 Guide to Parts and Controls 94 Glossary 97 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 99 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code 100 ...
... Jack 71 Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD 72 Settings and Adjustments 75 Using the Setup Displays 75 Clock Setting (Clock Set 76 Video Settings (Video 77 Audio Settings (Audio 79 Recording and Set Top Box Control Settings (Features 81 Language, Parental ...Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 83 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 85 Additional Information 86 Troubleshooting 86 Notes About This Recorder 90 Specifications 91 About i.LINK 93 Guide to Parts and Controls 94 Glossary 97 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 99 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code 100 ...
Operating Instructions
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... need to connect a tuner such as a cable box 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). Title List Title List (Original) 1/4 No. Control your cable box or satellite ...receiver (page 12). CH 103! 103 Quick access to view all titles on a DVD, either manually or using the timer. Set top box control , Connect the supplied set top box controller to have the recorder change the channel of your cable box or satellite receiver - Title List , Display the Title...
... need to connect a tuner such as a cable box 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). Title List Title List (Original) 1/4 No. Control your cable box or satellite ...receiver (page 12). CH 103! 103 Quick access to view all titles on a DVD, either manually or using the timer. Set top box control , Connect the supplied set top box controller to have the recorder change the channel of your cable box or satellite receiver - Title List , Display the Title...
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...TOUCH DUBBING Dubbing Playing JPEG image files or MP3 audio files , You can also play the disc on this recorder (page 41). Playlist , Record a program on page 30. 9 DV/D8 Dubbing , Connect your TV screen. Original One Touch Dubbing - ...save them in JPEG format to a disc (page 71). Shoot Save Play! A list of recordable and playable discs is on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), then erase, move or add scenes as you like without changing the original ...D8 format tape over to a DATA CD (CD-RW/CD-R) or DATA DVD (DVD+RW/DVD-RW/ DVD+R/DVD-R) on this recorder (page 41).
...TOUCH DUBBING Dubbing Playing JPEG image files or MP3 audio files , You can also play the disc on this recorder (page 41). Playlist , Record a program on page 30. 9 DV/D8 Dubbing , Connect your TV screen. Original One Touch Dubbing - ...save them in JPEG format to a disc (page 71). Shoot Save Play! A list of recordable and playable discs is on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), then erase, move or add scenes as you like without changing the original ...D8 format tape over to a DATA CD (CD-RW/CD-R) or DATA DVD (DVD+RW/DVD-RW/ DVD+R/DVD-R) on this recorder (page 41).
Operating Instructions
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SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use. Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder.
SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use. Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder.
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The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. Press M/m to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Sub-menu The sub-menu appears when you press OPTIONS. You can search for a title/chapter/ track, check the playing and remaining time, or change settings for the selected item OPTIONS The OPTIONS menu appears when you select an item from a list menu (e.g., a title from the Title List menu), and press ENTER. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. ...
The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. Press M/m to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Sub-menu The sub-menu appears when you press OPTIONS. You can search for a title/chapter/ track, check the playing and remaining time, or change settings for the selected item OPTIONS The OPTIONS menu appears when you select an item from a list menu (e.g., a title from the Title List menu), and press ENTER. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. ...
Operating Instructions
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Notes • Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. • See the instructions supplied with the components to be able to record TV programs. You cannot record on this recorder if you have been using an audio/video cord. If you have the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug ...After setting up and adjust the settings of your cable service or satellite service company to a tuner that you need to connect the recorder to see if they can use the cable box/satellite receiver control function, you have : - a cable box or satellite receiver without audio...
Notes • Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. • See the instructions supplied with the components to be able to record TV programs. You cannot record on this recorder if you have been using an audio/video cord. If you have the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug ...After setting up and adjust the settings of your cable service or satellite service company to a tuner that you need to connect the recorder to see if they can use the cable box/satellite receiver control function, you have : - a cable box or satellite receiver without audio...
Operating Instructions
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...supplied) to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SETTOP BOX CONTROL LINE 1 IN VIDEO 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. When you connect a cable box or satellite...
...supplied) to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SETTOP BOX CONTROL LINE 1 IN VIDEO 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. When you connect a cable box or satellite...
Operating Instructions
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Output signals to S VIDEO OUT, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, or HDMI OUT jacks. 14 Notes • Synchro-Recording does not work for: - For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. • AV path through function does not work with some tuners. Input signals from the LINE 2 IN jacks. -
Output signals to S VIDEO OUT, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, or HDMI OUT jacks. 14 Notes • Synchro-Recording does not work for: - For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. • AV path through function does not work with some tuners. Input signals from the LINE 2 IN jacks. -
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...time. • Do not connect your TV's speakers. ,continued 15 To enjoy higher quality images, connect an S video cord (not supplied) instead of the recorder. 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. • Do not connect your TV's speakers. ,continued 15 To enjoy higher quality images, connect an S video cord (not supplied) instead of the recorder. 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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... signals through the HDMI OUT jack. The HDMI indicator lights up on PC displays). 16 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...
... signals through the HDMI OUT jack. The HDMI indicator lights up on PC displays). 16 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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... 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 DVD recorder : Signal flow 17 COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y PB PR (green) (blue) (red) TV or projector INPUT L AUDIO R (white) (red) Component video cord (not supplied) Audio/video... the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using this connection and then set "Progressive" of the same kind and length. The "PROGRESSIVE" indicator lights up when the recorder outputs progressive signals.
... 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 DVD recorder : Signal flow 17 COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y PB PR (green) (blue) (red) TV or projector INPUT L AUDIO R (white) (red) Component video cord (not supplied) Audio/video... the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using this connection and then set "Progressive" of the same kind and length. The "PROGRESSIVE" indicator lights up when the recorder outputs progressive signals.
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... or B, according to the input jack on your AV amplifier (receiver). 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... digital cord (not supplied) Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) HDMI cord (not supplied) or to HDMI input [Speakers] Rear (L) or to DVD audio tracks through your AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to listen to coaxial or optical digital input [Speakers] B Rear (R) Front ...
... or B, according to the input jack on your AV amplifier (receiver). 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... digital cord (not supplied) Coaxial digital cord (not supplied) HDMI cord (not supplied) or to HDMI input [Speakers] Rear (L) or to DVD audio tracks through your AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to listen to coaxial or optical digital input [Speakers] B Rear (R) Front ...
Operating Instructions
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... outputting from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks, you cannot switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode) by pressing AUDIO. • When you connect the recorder to do one of this connection if your speakers, and that your listening position is ...of Dolby Digital (5.1ch) or DTS (5.1ch). z Hint For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with an HDMI cord. - Connect the recorder to audio L/R jacks This connection uses a stereo amplifier's (receiver's) two front speakers for sound. Hookups and Settings A Connecting to the TV with a...
... outputting from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks, you cannot switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode) by pressing AUDIO. • When you connect the recorder to do one of this connection if your speakers, and that your listening position is ...of Dolby Digital (5.1ch) or DTS (5.1ch). z Hint For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with an HDMI cord. - Connect the recorder to audio L/R jacks This connection uses a stereo amplifier's (receiver's) two front speakers for sound. Hookups and Settings A Connecting to the TV with a...