Operating Instructions
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Changing the Name of your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote 24 If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder 24 Step 7: Easy Setup 25 Checking the cable box/satellite receiver control setting 26 Connecting a VCR or Similar Device 28 Connecting to the LINE ... Cable box with an antenna output only 16 C: Cable without cable box, or antenna only (no cable TV 17 Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cords 18 Using the PROGRESSIVE button 19 Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords 20 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord 21 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 22 Controlling...
Changing the Name of your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote 24 If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder 24 Step 7: Easy Setup 25 Checking the cable box/satellite receiver control setting 26 Connecting a VCR or Similar Device 28 Connecting to the LINE ... Cable box with an antenna output only 16 C: Cable without cable box, or antenna only (no cable TV 17 Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cords 18 Using the PROGRESSIVE button 19 Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords 20 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord 21 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 22 Controlling...
Operating Instructions
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... CONTROL VHF/UHF IN SET TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DVD recorder ~ AC IN : Signal flow b Note Do ...or satellite receiver. Place the set "Line1 Input" in "Video" setup to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE IN 1 or 3). This recorder only accepts standard definition interlace signals. z Hints • If your cable box or satellite receiver has an S-video jack or component output jacks,...
... CONTROL VHF/UHF IN SET TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DVD recorder ~ AC IN : Signal flow b Note Do ...or satellite receiver. Place the set "Line1 Input" in "Video" setup to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE IN 1 or 3). This recorder only accepts standard definition interlace signals. z Hints • If your cable box or satellite receiver has an S-video jack or component output jacks,...
Operating Instructions
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...VHF/UHF IN SET TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 to VHF/UHF OUT TV COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DVD recorder ~ AC IN : Signal flow to the... antenna output channel on the cable box (2ch, 3ch, or 4ch). B: Cable box with an antenna output only With this hookup, you need to match the channel on the recorder (2ch, 3ch, or 4ch) to antenna ...
...VHF/UHF IN SET TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 to VHF/UHF OUT TV COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DVD recorder ~ AC IN : Signal flow to the... antenna output channel on the cable box (2ch, 3ch, or 4ch). B: Cable box with an antenna output only With this hookup, you need to match the channel on the recorder (2ch, 3ch, or 4ch) to antenna ...
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... IN SET TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 OUT to VHF/UHF OUT TV to antenna input COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DVD recorder ~ AC IN Antenna cable (supplied... cable TV) Use this hookup if you are using a VHF/UHF antenna or separate VHF and UHF antennas. Also use this hookup if you can record any channel by selecting the channel on the...
... IN SET TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 OUT to VHF/UHF OUT TV to antenna input COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DVD recorder ~ AC IN Antenna cable (supplied... cable TV) Use this hookup if you are using a VHF/UHF antenna or separate VHF and UHF antennas. Also use this hookup if you can record any channel by selecting the channel on the...
Operating Instructions
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... component video input jacks (Y, PB, PR) You will enjoy standard quality images. Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cords Select one of the following patterns A through the HDMI OUT jack. A Connecting to a video input jack You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. For...-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DVD recorder ~ AC IN to HDMI OUT (red) (blue) (green) to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound through D, according to the input jack on page 19. This ...
... component video input jacks (Y, PB, PR) You will enjoy standard quality images. Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cords Select one of the following patterns A through the HDMI OUT jack. A Connecting to a video input jack You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. For...-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DVD recorder ~ AC IN to HDMI OUT (red) (blue) (green) to enjoy high quality digital picture and sound through D, according to the input jack on page 19. This ...
Operating Instructions
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...-Definition Multimedia Interface are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on version 1.1 of HDMI Licensing LLC. Interlace Set to the type of the above conditions is based on PC displays). * This DVD recorder is not met. This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. Using the PROGRESSIVE button By using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT...
...-Definition Multimedia Interface are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on version 1.1 of HDMI Licensing LLC. Interlace Set to the type of the above conditions is based on PC displays). * This DVD recorder is not met. This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. Using the PROGRESSIVE button By using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT...
Operating Instructions
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You can enjoy the following patterns A or B, according to sound. A Connecting to coaxial or optical/HDMI [Speakers] B digital input Rear (R) Front (L) Center AV amplifier (receiver) with a decoder Front (R) Subwoofer : Signal flow * The yellow plug is used for ...LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 HDMI OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) DVD recorder ~ AC IN DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL Coaxial digital cord...
You can enjoy the following patterns A or B, according to sound. A Connecting to coaxial or optical/HDMI [Speakers] B digital input Rear (R) Front (L) Center AV amplifier (receiver) with a decoder Front (R) Subwoofer : Signal flow * The yellow plug is used for ...LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 HDMI OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) DVD recorder ~ AC IN DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL Coaxial digital cord...
Operating Instructions
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...from Dolby Laboratories. If you connect additional equipment to this recorder (page 28), be used. • When you connect the recorder to an AV amplifer (receiver) using an HDMI cord, you must wait for a short while before operating the recorder. This will need to the AC IN terminal of Digital... Theater Systems, Inc. Connect the recorder to the TV with the HDMI cord. - You can operate the recorder once the front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. Connect the AV amplifier (receiver) to the TV with the ...
...from Dolby Laboratories. If you connect additional equipment to this recorder (page 28), be used. • When you connect the recorder to an AV amplifer (receiver) using an HDMI cord, you must wait for a short while before operating the recorder. This will need to the AC IN terminal of Digital... Theater Systems, Inc. Connect the recorder to the TV with the HDMI cord. - You can operate the recorder once the front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. Connect the AV amplifier (receiver) to the TV with the ...
Operating Instructions
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...satellite receiver control (page 15), select "Yes," and set top box controller (page 15). Audio Connection If you connected an AV amplifier (receiver) using your DVD recorder's remote, enter 09 to receive all of the set the brand code and the cable box output channel (page 90). After initial setup, it may... position of the receivable channels and presets them one at a time until you do not have a standard TV, select either a digital optical or coaxial/HDMI cord, select "Yes: DIGITAL OUT" and set "Line1 Input" or "Line3 Input" in "Video" setup to "S Video" (page 93). 26
...satellite receiver control (page 15), select "Yes," and set top box controller (page 15). Audio Connection If you connected an AV amplifier (receiver) using your DVD recorder's remote, enter 09 to receive all of the set the brand code and the cable box output channel (page 90). After initial setup, it may... position of the receivable channels and presets them one at a time until you do not have a standard TV, select either a digital optical or coaxial/HDMI cord, select "Yes: DIGITAL OUT" and set "Line1 Input" or "Line3 Input" in "Video" setup to "S Video" (page 93). 26
Operating Instructions
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... supplied) VHF/UHF IN SET TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DVD recorder ~ AC IN : Signal flow b Notes •... to view the signals from connected equipment without a timer" on page 57. DVD recorder VCR TV Be sure to connect your VCR to the DVD recorder and your TV. LINE OUTPUT VCR, etc. To record on this recorder. To watch video tapes, watch the tapes through a second line input on...
... supplied) VHF/UHF IN SET TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DVD recorder ~ AC IN : Signal flow b Notes •... to view the signals from connected equipment without a timer" on page 57. DVD recorder VCR TV Be sure to connect your VCR to the DVD recorder and your TV. LINE OUTPUT VCR, etc. To record on this recorder. To watch video tapes, watch the tapes through a second line input on...
Operating Instructions
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...TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO 1 3 to LINE IN 1 DVD recorder ~ AC IN Audio/...video cord (not supplied) : Signal flow If you want to use the Synchro-Rec function, see the tuner's operating instructions. • If you disconnect the recorder's power cord, you will not be able to view the ...
...TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y 1 PB LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L 1 VIDEO S VIDEO 3 PR 2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR LINE IN R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO 1 3 to LINE IN 1 DVD recorder ~ AC IN Audio/...video cord (not supplied) : Signal flow If you want to use the Synchro-Rec function, see the tuner's operating instructions. • If you disconnect the recorder's power cord, you will not be able to view the ...
Operating Instructions
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.... Auto The picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output in high resolution. Normally select this . Settings and Adjustments ,continued 91 HDMI Resolution Selects the type of connected TV (wide-screen/wide mode TV or conventional 4:3 screen TV). 16:9 Select this when connecting to ...) Selects the picture quality in pause mode. 16:9 Video Settings (Video) Video settings will adjust items related to the DVD recorder. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. 2 Select "SETUP," and press ENTER. 3 Select "Video," and press ENTER. Choose the settings according to ...
.... Auto The picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output in high resolution. Normally select this . Settings and Adjustments ,continued 91 HDMI Resolution Selects the type of connected TV (wide-screen/wide mode TV or conventional 4:3 screen TV). 16:9 Select this when connecting to ...) Selects the picture quality in pause mode. 16:9 Video Settings (Video) Video settings will adjust items related to the DVD recorder. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. 2 Select "SETUP," and press ENTER. 3 Select "Video," and press ENTER. Choose the settings according to ...
Operating Instructions
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...Sets the black level of the image. 16:9 aspect ratio TV Y/Pb/Pr Out Black Level Selects the black level (setup level) for HDMI connection or progressive signals output from film and displays images at 30 frames/60 fields per second. Video based software is derived from the COMPONENT...too dark. Select this when the picture appears too bright. Progressive Mode DVD software can change the aspect ratio on your progressive format (480p) compatible TV, change the aspect ratio on the front panel and the recorder outputs progressive signals. Note that you are output when you can be ...
...Sets the black level of the image. 16:9 aspect ratio TV Y/Pb/Pr Out Black Level Selects the black level (setup level) for HDMI connection or progressive signals output from film and displays images at 30 frames/60 fields per second. Video based software is derived from the COMPONENT...too dark. Select this when the picture appears too bright. Progressive Mode DVD software can change the aspect ratio on your progressive format (480p) compatible TV, change the aspect ratio on the front panel and the recorder outputs progressive signals. Note that you are output when you can be ...
Operating Instructions
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... (DVDs only) Switches the method for use with DOLBY DIGITAL signals, the "DPCM" signals will come out from the following jacks: - Select "Dolby Digital," "DTS," "48kHz/96kHz PCM," and "Audio(HDMI)" after setting "Digital Out" to "D-PCM" (page 94). Dolby Digital Select this when the recorder is... component lacking a built-in "Audio" setup. Dolby Surround Normally select this when the recorder is recorded in "Audio," and press ENTER. For connection details, see "4. b Note If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to two channels when you turn the volume down to equipment not...
... (DVDs only) Switches the method for use with DOLBY DIGITAL signals, the "DPCM" signals will come out from the following jacks: - Select "Dolby Digital," "DTS," "48kHz/96kHz PCM," and "Audio(HDMI)" after setting "Digital Out" to "D-PCM" (page 94). Dolby Digital Select this when the recorder is... component lacking a built-in "Audio" setup. Dolby Surround Normally select this when the recorder is recorded in "Audio," and press ENTER. For connection details, see "4. b Note If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to two channels when you turn the volume down to equipment not...
Operating Instructions
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... • "48kHz/96kHz PCM" setting has no sound) will be output if you select "96kHz/ 24bit." • Audio(HDMI) Selects the type of the audio signal. 48kHz/ 16bit The DVD video audio signal is converted to 48kHz/16bit and output. 96kHz/ 24bit All signals containing 96kHz/24bit are simply converted...that can be automatically output even when you connect the recorder to a TV that is not compatible with DTS signals, the signals will be received by the TV based on the "Digital Out" setting (page 94). b Note When HDMI output is performed to equipment not compatible with DOLBY DIGITAL...
... • "48kHz/96kHz PCM" setting has no sound) will be output if you select "96kHz/ 24bit." • Audio(HDMI) Selects the type of the audio signal. 48kHz/ 16bit The DVD video audio signal is converted to 48kHz/16bit and output. 96kHz/ 24bit All signals containing 96kHz/24bit are simply converted...that can be automatically output even when you connect the recorder to a TV that is not compatible with DTS signals, the signals will be received by the TV based on the "Digital Out" setting (page 94). b Note When HDMI output is performed to equipment not compatible with DOLBY DIGITAL...
Operating Instructions
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... the problem before requesting repairs. buttons. There is connected to the VHF/UHF OUT jack on the TV screen. , When playing a double-layer DVD, the video and audio may solve the problem (page 91). TV program pictures are distorted. , Reorient the TV antenna. , Adjust the picture ...to get to your TV, or if you experience any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Picture noise appears. , If the picture output signal from the recorder appears on the recorder. Change the "HDMI Resolution" setting in the "Video" setup may be momentarily interrupted at the point where the...
... the problem before requesting repairs. buttons. There is connected to the VHF/UHF OUT jack on the TV screen. , When playing a double-layer DVD, the video and audio may solve the problem (page 91). TV program pictures are distorted. , Reorient the TV antenna. , Adjust the picture ...to get to your TV, or if you experience any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Picture noise appears. , If the picture output signal from the recorder appears on the recorder. Change the "HDMI Resolution" setting in the "Video" setup may be momentarily interrupted at the point where the...
Operating Instructions
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...play the disc if it is low on again. 3Disconnect and then connect the HDMI cord again. , The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI device (DVI jacks do not accept audio signals). , The equipment connected to the HDMI OUT jack does not conform to "On" (page 93). An alternate audio... slow motion, or pause mode. , If the audio signal does not come from the LINE OUT 1/2 RAUDIO-L jacks (page 63). 102 The recorder starts playing automatically. , The DVD VIDEO features an auto playback function. Sound distortion occurs. , Set "Audio ATT" in "Audio" setup to be downloaded. , All of the TV...
...play the disc if it is low on again. 3Disconnect and then connect the HDMI cord again. , The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI device (DVI jacks do not accept audio signals). , The equipment connected to the HDMI OUT jack does not conform to "On" (page 93). An alternate audio... slow motion, or pause mode. , If the audio signal does not come from the LINE OUT 1/2 RAUDIO-L jacks (page 63). 102 The recorder starts playing automatically. , The DVD VIDEO features an auto playback function. Sound distortion occurs. , Set "Audio ATT" in "Audio" setup to be downloaded. , All of the TV...
Operating Instructions
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...spray intended for VHF/ UHF Timer: Clock: Quartz locked/Timer indication: 12-hour cycle (digital)/Power back-up duration: 1 hour Video recording format: MPEG Video Audio recording format/applicable bit rate: Dolby Digital 2 ch/256 kbps Inputs and outputs LINE OUT 1/2 (AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms (...or interlace**=0.7 Vp-p * "Y/Pb/Pr Out Black Level" is "On" ** "Y/Pb/Pr Out Black Level" is "Off" SET TOP BOX CONTROL: Mini jack HDMI OUT: Type A (19-pin) ,continued 107 Additional Information Wipe the disc from the center out. • Do not use the following discs. - A disc ...
...spray intended for VHF/ UHF Timer: Clock: Quartz locked/Timer indication: 12-hour cycle (digital)/Power back-up duration: 1 hour Video recording format: MPEG Video Audio recording format/applicable bit rate: Dolby Digital 2 ch/256 kbps Inputs and outputs LINE OUT 1/2 (AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms (...or interlace**=0.7 Vp-p * "Y/Pb/Pr Out Black Level" is "On" ** "Y/Pb/Pr Out Black Level" is "Off" SET TOP BOX CONTROL: Mini jack HDMI OUT: Type A (19-pin) ,continued 107 Additional Information Wipe the disc from the center out. • Do not use the following discs. - A disc ...
Operating Instructions
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... panel display when the recorder is turned off by setting "Dimmer" to "Power Save" in "Options" setup (page 98). Front panel display HDD PROGRESSIVE DVD DVD RW VCD HDMI VR SAP CH A HDD/DVD indicators Displays the selected media and the playing/recording/dubbing status. Rear panel... Additional Information VHF/UHF IN SET TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ ...
... panel display when the recorder is turned off by setting "Dimmer" to "Power Save" in "Options" setup (page 98). Front panel display HDD PROGRESSIVE DVD DVD RW VCD HDMI VR SAP CH A HDD/DVD indicators Displays the selected media and the playing/recording/dubbing status. Rear panel... Additional Information VHF/UHF IN SET TOP BOX OUT CONTROL HDMI OUT G-LINK DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ ...
Operating Instructions
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.../DVD-RW (VR mode). Magnetic heads record data on the rapidly spinning discs, and this enables the speedy and efficient reading and writing of an image. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) (page 20) HDMI is an interface that consists of an image as they are flat, circular, rigid plates coated with a thin magnetic media. Hard disk drive...
.../DVD-RW (VR mode). Magnetic heads record data on the rapidly spinning discs, and this enables the speedy and efficient reading and writing of an image. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) (page 20) HDMI is an interface that consists of an image as they are flat, circular, rigid plates coated with a thin magnetic media. Hard disk drive...