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Table of Contents WARNING 2 Precautions 2 What is a Video Cassette Recorder/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 Antenna Cable and Set Top Box Controller 12 Step 3: Connecting to Your TV 16 Step 4: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver 18 Step 5: Connecting...
Table of Contents WARNING 2 Precautions 2 What is a Video Cassette Recorder/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 Antenna Cable and Set Top Box Controller 12 Step 3: Connecting to Your TV 16 Step 4: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver 18 Step 5: Connecting...
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... From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD 94 Settings and Adjustments 97 Using the Setup Displays 97 Antenna Reception Setting (Tuner Preset 98 Clock Setting (Clock Set 99 Video Settings (Video 100 Audio Settings (Audio 102 Recording, Set Top Box Control, and VCR Settings (Features 104 Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 106 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 108 Additional Information 109 Troubleshooting 109 Notes...
... From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD 94 Settings and Adjustments 97 Using the Setup Displays 97 Antenna Reception Setting (Tuner Preset 98 Clock Setting (Clock Set 99 Video Settings (Video 100 Audio Settings (Audio 102 Recording, Set Top Box Control, and VCR Settings (Features 104 Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 106 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 108 Additional Information 109 Troubleshooting 109 Notes...
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... recording Record TV programs on a DVD or VHS tape, either direction between DVD and VCR Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select the media format you want to have the recorder change the channel of a button. Set top box control Connect the supplied set top box controller to use. * Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded. DVD editing is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder...
... recording Record TV programs on a DVD or VHS tape, either direction between DVD and VCR Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select the media format you want to have the recorder change the channel of a button. Set top box control Connect the supplied set top box controller to use. * Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded. DVD editing is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder...
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... also use an external antenna connector (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the recorder. • If you need to connect the set top box controller and set top box controller. The recorder controls channels on . After setting up and adjust the settings of the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug × 3) (1) • Antenna cable (1) •...
... also use an external antenna connector (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the recorder. • If you need to connect the set top box controller and set top box controller. The recorder controls channels on . After setting up and adjust the settings of the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug × 3) (1) • Antenna cable (1) •...
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... receiver AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT ANT IN TO TV Antenna cable (supplied) to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder LINE 1 IN VIDEO to LINE 1 IN AUDIO AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR...
... receiver AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT ANT IN TO TV Antenna cable (supplied) to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder LINE 1 IN VIDEO to LINE 1 IN AUDIO AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR...
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Set top box controller (supplied) Cable box ANT IN TO TV Wall to SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder SET TOP BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R OUT AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow Antenna cable (supplied) VHF/UHF IN OUT to VHF/UHF...
Set top box controller (supplied) Cable box ANT IN TO TV Wall to SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder SET TOP BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R OUT AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow Antenna cable (supplied) VHF/UHF IN OUT to VHF/UHF...
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"4:3 Pan Scan": For standard TVs. For details, see "Video Settings (Video)" 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 the "Setup" display (page 108). No Disc Easy Setup 10:10 AM DTS On Off 17 Select whether or not you want to run ...
"4:3 Pan Scan": For standard TVs. For details, see "Video Settings (Video)" 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 the "Setup" display (page 108). No Disc Easy Setup 10:10 AM DTS On Off 17 Select whether or not you want to run ...
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If your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with this recorder, contact your cable box or satellite receiver, affix it in place. 1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to see if they can provide you have confirmed that the set top box controller controls your cable or satellite company to the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver Once you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver. Remove the backings on the double-sided tape. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ To fix the set top box controller.
If your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with this recorder, contact your cable box or satellite receiver, affix it in place. 1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to see if they can provide you have confirmed that the set top box controller controls your cable or satellite company to the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver Once you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver. Remove the backings on the double-sided tape. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ To fix the set top box controller.
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...* LINE1 LINE2 DV * Does not appear when the cable box is connected to the LINE 1 or LINE 2 jacks and "Set Top Box Control" is set to the connection you made. • You cannot change the timer settings for a recording currently underway. • The Timer List displays both the DVD recorder and VCR timer settings. For connection details, see page 93.
...* LINE1 LINE2 DV * Does not appear when the cable box is connected to the LINE 1 or LINE 2 jacks and "Set Top Box Control" is set to the connection you made. • You cannot change the timer settings for a recording currently underway. • The Timer List displays both the DVD recorder and VCR timer settings. For connection details, see page 93.
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... connected to the LINE 1 or LINE 2 jacks and "Set Top Box Control" is set to "On." 4 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode, "SP" or "EP." 5 Insert the source tape into the connected equipment and set to the connection you cannot change the recording mode. • You cannot change the channel or input source during...
... connected to the LINE 1 or LINE 2 jacks and "Set Top Box Control" is set to "On." 4 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode, "SP" or "EP." 5 Insert the source tape into the connected equipment and set to the connection you cannot change the recording mode. • You cannot change the channel or input source during...
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... "Setup," and press ENTER. 3 Select "Tuner Preset," and press ENTER. The "Tuner Preset" setup appears with the following options. The recorder can receive VHF channels 2 to 13, UHF channels 14 to 69, and unscrambled CATV channels 1 to the setup item. Create the password ...Set Dubbing Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM : AntAenntneanna Cable "Antenna": Presets VHF and UHF channels. Video Title List Timer Edit Dubbing TV Type Black Level Picture Control Progressive Disc Setting Setup : 16:9 : On : Standard : Off 10:10 AM To return to "On" in "Options" setup is set "Set Top Box Control...
... "Setup," and press ENTER. 3 Select "Tuner Preset," and press ENTER. The "Tuner Preset" setup appears with the following options. The recorder can receive VHF channels 2 to 13, UHF channels 14 to 69, and unscrambled CATV channels 1 to the setup item. Create the password ...Set Dubbing Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM : AntAenntneanna Cable "Antenna": Presets VHF and UHF channels. Video Title List Timer Edit Dubbing TV Type Black Level Picture Control Progressive Disc Setting Setup : 16:9 : On : Standard : Off 10:10 AM To return to "On" in "Options" setup is set "Set Top Box Control...
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...Set Top Box Control" of "Features" is set your time zone. Clock Set Title List Timer Set the time and date. Clock Set CH Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Select a Channel: Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM Auto ◆ Time Zone Select the time zone for your area, or select "Auto" to have the recorder automatically set...Year Edit 01 01 2006 Dubbing Disc Setting Setup Hour Min AM/PM 10 : 10 AM 10:10 AM Sun 2 Press M/m to have the recorder automatically set to "On," the channel on the cable box or satellite receiver changes when the recorder searches for a channel that carries a...
...Set Top Box Control" of "Features" is set your time zone. Clock Set Title List Timer Set the time and date. Clock Set CH Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Select a Channel: Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM Auto ◆ Time Zone Select the time zone for your area, or select "Auto" to have the recorder automatically set...Year Edit 01 01 2006 Dubbing Disc Setting Setup Hour Min AM/PM 10 : 10 AM 10:10 AM Sun 2 Press M/m to have the recorder automatically set to "On," the channel on the cable box or satellite receiver changes when the recorder searches for a channel that carries a...
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... is output during Scan Audio. Features Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting DVD Auto Chapter : 5 Min Format DVD-RW : VR VCR Function Synchro Recording : to make set top box control settings or change the tape length, auto play and auto repeat settings. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is being made. Note Sound will be regarded as an approximate...
... is output during Scan Audio. Features Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting DVD Auto Chapter : 5 Min Format DVD-RW : VR VCR Function Synchro Recording : to make set top box control settings or change the tape length, auto play and auto repeat settings. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is being made. Note Sound will be regarded as an approximate...
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...only when your cable box or satellite receiver, and enter the code using the supplied set top box controller. Off Lock to use the supplied set top box controller. When "Set Top Box Control" is connected to a DVD disc. Synchro Recording to DVD Sets the recorder to record programs from connected equipment... For T-120 or shorter length tapes. to VIDEO Sets the recorder to record programs from connected equipment that when you change "Set Top Box Control" to a VHS tape. Select this when your cable box or satellite receiver. Video Automatically formats the disc in...
...only when your cable box or satellite receiver, and enter the code using the supplied set top box controller. Off Lock to use the supplied set top box controller. When "Set Top Box Control" is connected to a DVD disc. Synchro Recording to DVD Sets the recorder to record programs from connected equipment... For T-120 or shorter length tapes. to VIDEO Sets the recorder to record programs from connected equipment that when you change "Set Top Box Control" to a VHS tape. Select this when your cable box or satellite receiver. Video Automatically formats the disc in...
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...display by pressing INPUT SELECT. The picture from a DVD player, VCR, or tuner goes through your recorder before requesting repairs. Power The power does not turn on the screen. , If the equipment is set to "On." Check the "Set Top Box Control" settings in question and connect it directly to your TV...your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. If you still experience this case, set "Progressive" to "Off" in the front panel display by pressing INPUT SELECT. The playback picture or TV program from the equipment connected through your VCR to get to your nearest Sony dealer.
...display by pressing INPUT SELECT. The picture from a DVD player, VCR, or tuner goes through your recorder before requesting repairs. Power The power does not turn on the screen. , If the equipment is set to "On." Check the "Set Top Box Control" settings in question and connect it directly to your TV...your TV cannot accept the progressive signal. If you still experience this case, set "Progressive" to "Off" in the front panel display by pressing INPUT SELECT. The playback picture or TV program from the equipment connected through your VCR to get to your nearest Sony dealer.
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... after z REC is set top box controller was recorded even though the timer setting is pressed. , Operate the recorder only after the first program has finished. Additional Information ,continued 111 Recording does not stop . The JPEG image file cannot be played. , The DATA CD is not recorded in a JPEG format that conforms to "TV." DVD Recording/Timer recording/ Editing The channel...
... after z REC is set top box controller was recorded even though the timer setting is pressed. , Operate the recorder only after the first program has finished. Additional Information ,continued 111 Recording does not stop . The JPEG image file cannot be played. , The DATA CD is not recorded in a JPEG format that conforms to "TV." DVD Recording/Timer recording/ Editing The channel...
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...discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by AV mouse is played. The Set Top Box Control function does not work. , Turn on it in a car parked in the front panel display. , The recorder is locked. A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart). - If you do...including wet or spray types). A disc with a mild detergent solution. On cleaning Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a label or sticker on the recorder. Cancel the Child Lock (page 40). Do not touch the surface. "CHILD LOCK" appears in direct sunlight as...
...discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by AV mouse is played. The Set Top Box Control function does not work. , Turn on it in a car parked in the front panel display. , The recorder is locked. A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart). - If you do...including wet or spray types). A disc with a mild detergent solution. On cleaning Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a label or sticker on the recorder. Cancel the Child Lock (page 40). Do not touch the surface. "CHILD LOCK" appears in direct sunlight as...
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...) Phono jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p/PB, PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms S VIDEO OUT 4-pin, mini-DIN jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, sync negative C: 0.286 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms SET TOP BOX CONTROL Mini jack General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 36 W Power back-up Back-up duration: 0 min Operating temperature 5°C to 35°...
...) Phono jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p/PB, PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms S VIDEO OUT 4-pin, mini-DIN jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, sync negative C: 0.286 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms SET TOP BOX CONTROL Mini jack General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 36 W Power back-up Back-up duration: 0 min Operating temperature 5°C to 35°...
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.../track/index number • Recording time/recording mode • Clock • Channel J (angle) indicator (36) K Disc indicator AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R OUT AUDIO AUDIO A AUDIO OUT L/R jacks (18) B SET TOP BOX CONTROL jack (13, 14...
.../track/index number • Recording time/recording mode • Clock • Channel J (angle) indicator (36) K Disc indicator AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R OUT AUDIO AUDIO A AUDIO OUT L/R jacks (18) B SET TOP BOX CONTROL jack (13, 14...
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... 129 "Scan Audio" 39, 104 "Scene Dubbing" 90 Searching for "Chapter" 41 for "Title" 41 for "Track" 41 Time Search 41 Set top box control 12, 24, 105 Set top box controller 12, 26 Settings 97 Setup Display 97 "Simple Dubbing" 89 Slide show 44, 45 SP mode 79 Stereo programs 48, 78 STOP 35, 50, 72..., 79 Sub-menu 11 SUBTITLE 36 "Subtitle" 106 SUR (surround) 37 SYNCHRO REC 54, 83 "Synchro Recording" 54, 83, 105 System Menu 10...
... 129 "Scan Audio" 39, 104 "Scene Dubbing" 90 Searching for "Chapter" 41 for "Title" 41 for "Track" 41 Time Search 41 Set top box control 12, 24, 105 Set top box controller 12, 26 Settings 97 Setup Display 97 "Simple Dubbing" 89 Slide show 44, 45 SP mode 79 Stereo programs 48, 78 STOP 35, 50, 72..., 79 Sub-menu 11 SUBTITLE 36 "Subtitle" 106 SUR (surround) 37 SYNCHRO REC 54, 83 "Synchro Recording" 54, 83, 105 System Menu 10...