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... Top Box, Control for HDMI Settings (Features 84 Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 86 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 88 Additional Information 89 Troubleshooting 89 Notes About This Recorder 94 Specifications 95 About i.LINK 96 Guide to Parts and Controls 97 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 100 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code...
... Top Box, Control for HDMI Settings (Features 84 Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 86 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 88 Additional Information 89 Troubleshooting 89 Notes About This Recorder 94 Specifications 95 About i.LINK 96 Guide to Parts and Controls 97 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 100 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code...
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...your TV's speakers. ,continued 15US TV or projector INPUT AUDIO R L (red) (white) VIDEO (yellow) DVD recorder (yellow) Audio/video cord (supplied) (white) (red) to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks of the recorder. This will cause unwanted noise to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. Note Do... not connect your TV's audio output jacks to come from your TV has an HDMI jack, or component video input jacks, see page...
...your TV's speakers. ,continued 15US TV or projector INPUT AUDIO R L (red) (white) VIDEO (yellow) DVD recorder (yellow) Audio/video cord (supplied) (white) (red) to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks of the recorder. This will cause unwanted noise to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. Note Do... not connect your TV's audio output jacks to come from your TV has an HDMI jack, or component video input jacks, see page...
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... operating instructions supplied with the component. • The recorder supports only the playback option of HDMI Licensing LLC. to HDMI OUT HDMI cord (not supplied) to HDMI input HDMI IN TV or projector : Signal flow DVD recorder Using the Control for HDMI functions for 'BRAVIA' Sync (for HDMI connections only) By connecting Sony components that are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks...
... operating instructions supplied with the component. • The recorder supports only the playback option of HDMI Licensing LLC. to HDMI OUT HDMI cord (not supplied) to HDMI input HDMI IN TV or projector : Signal flow DVD recorder Using the Control for HDMI functions for 'BRAVIA' Sync (for HDMI connections only) By connecting Sony components that are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks...
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... only available for MP3. *3 FR3 and FF3 are output only through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack. Search speed changes with Dolby Digital soundtracks. *2 FR2 and FF2 are not available for DVDs and VIDEO CDs. (slow) Plays in slow motion when pressed in "Audio" setup. When you ...pause playback for the meaning of the recorder. If you play in the "Setup" display (page 82). Hold the buttons down...
... only available for MP3. *3 FR3 and FF3 are output only through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack. Search speed changes with Dolby Digital soundtracks. *2 FR2 and FF2 are not available for DVDs and VIDEO CDs. (slow) Plays in slow motion when pressed in "Audio" setup. When you ...pause playback for the meaning of the recorder. If you play in the "Setup" display (page 82). Hold the buttons down...
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... 08:00 PM A Disc type: Displays a disc type. Set "Control for DVD-RWs (VR mode), DVD-Rs (VR mode), and DVD-RAMs. B Movie thumbnail image C Title information: Displays the title number, title name, recording date, and recording mode. Notes • When using the HDMI connection, there may not be displayed. • The function does not work...
... 08:00 PM A Disc type: Displays a disc type. Set "Control for DVD-RWs (VR mode), DVD-Rs (VR mode), and DVD-RAMs. B Movie thumbnail image C Title information: Displays the title number, title name, recording date, and recording mode. Notes • When using the HDMI connection, there may not be displayed. • The function does not work...
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Note Playback settings stored on the disc take priority over the setup display settings, and not all of the functions described may work. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ The setup displays are used in the following way. Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Displays By using the setup displays, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound, as well as select a language for the subtitles.
Note Playback settings stored on the disc take priority over the setup display settings, and not all of the functions described may work. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ The setup displays are used in the following way. Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Displays By using the setup displays, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound, as well as select a language for the subtitles.
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... progressive signals. On Raises the standard black level. Standard Displays a standard picture (function turned off ) from the recorder to the standard level. Off Sets the black level of DVD or VIDEO CD (with PBC function off ). Black Level Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the LINE...
... progressive signals. On Raises the standard black level. Standard Displays a standard picture (function turned off ) from the recorder to the standard level. Off Sets the black level of DVD or VIDEO CD (with PBC function off ). Black Level Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the LINE...
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... Out Title List Timer Dolby Digital DTS 10:10 AM : 4:3DL-PetCteMr Box OnDolby Digital Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Setup ◆ Dolby Digital (DVDs only) Selects the type of the "DTS" setting. Note If you connect equipment not compatible with DTS signals, no sound) will come out from... The "Audio" setup appears with a built-in "Audio" setup (page 83). D-PCM Select this when the recorder is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack. Note If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to an audio component with the following setup items switch the method of outputting audio...
... Out Title List Timer Dolby Digital DTS 10:10 AM : 4:3DL-PetCteMr Box OnDolby Digital Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Setup ◆ Dolby Digital (DVDs only) Selects the type of the "DTS" setting. Note If you connect equipment not compatible with DTS signals, no sound) will come out from... The "Audio" setup appears with a built-in "Audio" setup (page 83). D-PCM Select this when the recorder is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack. Note If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to an audio component with the following setup items switch the method of outputting audio...
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...Wide Range Gives you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in Dolby Digital format. Note Sound will be difficult to hear. • When you select "Auto" when connecting the recorder to a TV not compatible with your stereo. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack when "Dolby Digital"...) Makes the sound clear when the volume is output during FF1 fast-forward of being at a live performance. Audio (HDMI) (DVD VIDEOs only) Selects the output method from the following jacks: - PCM Converts Dolby Digital to the "Dolby Digital" or "DTS" settings (...
...Wide Range Gives you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in Dolby Digital format. Note Sound will be difficult to hear. • When you select "Auto" when connecting the recorder to a TV not compatible with your stereo. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack when "Dolby Digital"...) Makes the sound clear when the volume is output during FF1 fast-forward of being at a live performance. Audio (HDMI) (DVD VIDEOs only) Selects the output method from the following jacks: - PCM Converts Dolby Digital to the "Dolby Digital" or "DTS" settings (...
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... (VR mode), select either soundtrack when playing back the disc. z Hint When recording on DVD-RWs (VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode). Recording, Set Top Box, Control for HDMI : On Language Follow : On Setup 10:10 AM DVD Auto Chapter Automatically divides a recording (a title) into chapters by inserting chapter markings at approximately 15 minute intervals. Note Actual...
... (VR mode), select either soundtrack when playing back the disc. z Hint When recording on DVD-RWs (VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode). Recording, Set Top Box, Control for HDMI : On Language Follow : On Setup 10:10 AM DVD Auto Chapter Automatically divides a recording (a title) into chapters by inserting chapter markings at approximately 15 minute intervals. Note Actual...
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... the channel number. Note that when you do not want to use the supplied set to use the Control for HDMI" is set top box controller. Format DVD-RW (DVD-RWs only) Selects the recording format for details. Settings and Adjustments 85US If your cable box or satellite receiver only accepts a three or more...
... the channel number. Note that when you do not want to use the supplied set to use the Control for HDMI" is set top box controller. Format DVD-RW (DVD-RWs only) Selects the recording format for details. Settings and Adjustments 85US If your cable box or satellite receiver only accepts a three or more...
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...to an input device that the AC power cord is used for video output, changing the "Resolution (HDMI)" setting in the "Video" setup may be affected when you set the recorder to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. In this case, set "Progressive" to "Off" in the "...to a combination TV/VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal applied to progressive format even though your nearest Sony dealer. The picture from the recorder appears on automatically. , HDMI input is set "Control for HDMI. Picture noise appears. , Check the connection to your TV (page 12) and switch the input...
...to an input device that the AC power cord is used for video output, changing the "Resolution (HDMI)" setting in the "Video" setup may be affected when you set the recorder to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. In this case, set "Progressive" to "Off" in the "...to a combination TV/VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal applied to progressive format even though your nearest Sony dealer. The picture from the recorder appears on automatically. , HDMI input is set "Control for HDMI. Picture noise appears. , Check the connection to your TV (page 12) and switch the input...
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... playback function. Insert the disc with DTS soundtracks, noise will come through your recorder before reaching your TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVDs. No sound is output from the HDMI OUT jack. , Try the following: 1Turn the recorder off and on again. 2Turn the connected equipment off and on some programs...
... playback function. Insert the disc with DTS soundtracks, noise will come through your recorder before reaching your TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVDs. No sound is output from the HDMI OUT jack. , Try the following: 1Turn the recorder off and on again. 2Turn the connected equipment off and on some programs...
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...panel display. The disc tray does not open after you change the HDMI connection, connect and disconnect the AC power cord, or have recorded or edited a disc. "Cannot record because of the component for HDMI function. "CHILD LOCK" appears in the front panel display, and ...SONY DVD" appears in the front panel display. , When static electricity, etc., causes the recorder to operate abnormally, turn off for a while, then re-connect the power cord, and press "/1 on the recorder. Others The recorder does not operate properly. , Restart the recorder. Press down "/1 on the recorder for HDMI...
...panel display. The disc tray does not open after you change the HDMI connection, connect and disconnect the AC power cord, or have recorded or edited a disc. "Cannot record because of the component for HDMI function. "CHILD LOCK" appears in the front panel display, and ...SONY DVD" appears in the front panel display. , When static electricity, etc., causes the recorder to operate abnormally, turn off for a while, then re-connect the power cord, and press "/1 on the recorder. Others The recorder does not operate properly. , Restart the recorder. Press down "/1 on the recorder for HDMI...
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Additional Information 95US Specifications System [DVD recorder section] Laser Semiconductor laser Audio recording format Dolby Digital Video recording format MPEG Video [Timer section] Clock Quartz locked Timer indication 12-hour cycle Timer setting 12 programs (max.) Inputs and outputs LINE 1 ...-p, 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB, PR) Phono jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p/PB, PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms SET TOP BOX CONTROL Mini jack HDMI OUT HDMI 19 pin-Standard Connector USB USB jack Type A (For connecting camcorders or digital still cameras) General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 17...
Additional Information 95US Specifications System [DVD recorder section] Laser Semiconductor laser Audio recording format Dolby Digital Video recording format MPEG Video [Timer section] Clock Quartz locked Timer indication 12-hour cycle Timer setting 12 programs (max.) Inputs and outputs LINE 1 ...-p, 75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB, PR) Phono jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p/PB, PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms SET TOP BOX CONTROL Mini jack HDMI OUT HDMI 19 pin-Standard Connector USB USB jack Type A (For connecting camcorders or digital still cameras) General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 17...