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... IN Jack 90 Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD 91 Settings and Adjustments 94 Using the Setup Displays 94 Clock Setting (Clock Set 95 Video Settings (Video 96 Audio Settings (Audio 98 Recording, Set Top Box Control, and VCR Settings (Features 100 Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 102 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 104 Additional Information 105 Troubleshooting 105...
... IN Jack 90 Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD 91 Settings and Adjustments 94 Using the Setup Displays 94 Clock Setting (Clock Set 95 Video Settings (Video 96 Audio Settings (Audio 98 Recording, Set Top Box Control, and VCR Settings (Features 100 Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 102 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 104 Additional Information 105 Troubleshooting 105...
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...VCR Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select the media format you want to have the recorder change the channel of DVD discs and VHS tapes. DVD y VHS Dub in VHS video deck, and allows recording/playback of your cable box or satellite receiver - Set top box control Connect the supplied set top box controller... to use. This is a DVD recorder with the simple press of a button. You need to connect a tuner such as a cable box to this recorder. Note that...
...VCR Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select the media format you want to have the recorder change the channel of DVD discs and VHS tapes. DVD y VHS Dub in VHS video deck, and allows recording/playback of your cable box or satellite receiver - Set top box control Connect the supplied set top box controller... to use. This is a DVD recorder with the simple press of a button. You need to connect a tuner such as a cable box to this recorder. Note that...
Operating Instructions
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...connect this recorder, you need to: - Using the cable box/satellite receiver control function This function allows the recorder to control a cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set top box controller (page 13). - See "Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code" (page 121). - Notes •...VCR using your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this recorder if you have been using an audio/video cord. Step 1: Unpacking Check that the recorder can correctly control the cable box or satellite receiver (page 26). 12 If you have : - After setting up and adjust the settings...
...connect this recorder, you need to: - Using the cable box/satellite receiver control function This function allows the recorder to control a cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set top box controller (page 13). - See "Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code" (page 121). - Notes •...VCR using your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this recorder if you have been using an audio/video cord. Step 1: Unpacking Check that the recorder can correctly control the cable box or satellite receiver (page 26). 12 If you have : - After setting up and adjust the settings...
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... receiver AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT ANT IN TO TV Antenna cable (not supplied) to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SETTOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder LINE 1 IN VIDEO to the LINE OUT VIDEO/ AUDIO jacks without turning itself on. To watch programs from the LINE 1 IN jacks to... the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks (page 15), you can watch cable or satellite programs, you need to match the input source on . Place the set top box controller Connect the LINE IN jacks using an audio/video cord. This connection is necessary to the cable...
... receiver AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT ANT IN TO TV Antenna cable (not supplied) to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SETTOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder LINE 1 IN VIDEO to the LINE OUT VIDEO/ AUDIO jacks without turning itself on. To watch programs from the LINE 1 IN jacks to... the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks (page 15), you can watch cable or satellite programs, you need to match the input source on . Place the set top box controller Connect the LINE IN jacks using an audio/video cord. This connection is necessary to the cable...
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...IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) to S VIDEO OUT VCR-DVD recorder L R AUDIO AUDIO (white) (red) to LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO L Y R PB SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L R AUDIO AUDIO Audio... change the picture size, see page 96. This will output DVD video signals only. • Do not connect your TV screen. Hookups and Settings Step 3: Connecting to Your TV Connect the supplied audio/video cord to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks of the yellow (video) plug...
...IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) to S VIDEO OUT VCR-DVD recorder L R AUDIO AUDIO (white) (red) to LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO L Y R PB SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L R AUDIO AUDIO Audio... change the picture size, see page 96. This will output DVD video signals only. • Do not connect your TV screen. Hookups and Settings Step 3: Connecting to Your TV Connect the supplied audio/video cord to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks of the yellow (video) plug...
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... color reproduction and high quality images. If your TV has component video input jacks Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using this connection and then set "Progressive" of the same kind and length. COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y PB (green) (blue) PR (red) TV or projector INPUT L AUDIO ... AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO L Y R PB SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L R AUDIO AUDIO VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow Note During DVD recording, you must use this connection, be sure to connect the audio cord...
... color reproduction and high quality images. If your TV has component video input jacks Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using this connection and then set "Progressive" of the same kind and length. COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y PB (green) (blue) PR (red) TV or projector INPUT L AUDIO ... AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO L Y R PB SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L R AUDIO AUDIO VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow Note During DVD recording, you must use this connection, be sure to connect the audio cord...
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... the set top box controller to the set top box controller. Check the connection and place the set top box controller is near the cable box/satellite receiver (page 12). and check that the channel changes on the cable box/satellite receiver window. 4 Press the number buttons and check that the set top box controller near the remote control sensor on your cable box or satellite...
... the set top box controller to the set top box controller. Check the connection and place the set top box controller is near the cable box/satellite receiver (page 12). and check that the channel changes on the cable box/satellite receiver window. 4 Press the number buttons and check that the set top box controller near the remote control sensor on your cable box or satellite...
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... (VR mode). Features Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting DVD Auto Chapter : 5 Min Format DVD-RW : VR VCR Function Synchro Recording : to make various settings for recording, playback, and the set top box control function. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in... 2" or "Mix" if you to DVD Set Top Box Control Setup 10:10 AM DVD Auto Chapter Automatically divides a recording (a title) into chapters by inserting chapter markings at approximately 15 minute intervals. Recording, Set Top Box Control, and VCR Settings (Features) The "Features" setup allows you ...
... (VR mode). Features Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting DVD Auto Chapter : 5 Min Format DVD-RW : VR VCR Function Synchro Recording : to make various settings for recording, playback, and the set top box control function. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in... 2" or "Mix" if you to DVD Set Top Box Control Setup 10:10 AM DVD Auto Chapter Automatically divides a recording (a title) into chapters by inserting chapter markings at approximately 15 minute intervals. Recording, Set Top Box Control, and VCR Settings (Features) The "Features" setup allows you ...
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... Select this if you do not want to use the supplied set to a DVD disc. See "Using the cable box/satellite receiver control function" (page 12). Format DVD-RW (DVD-RWs only) Selects the recording format for details. Settings and Adjustments ,continued 101 VCR Function Press ENTER and select "Tape Length," "Auto Play," or "Auto...
... Select this if you do not want to use the supplied set to a DVD disc. See "Using the cable box/satellite receiver control function" (page 12). Format DVD-RW (DVD-RWs only) Selects the recording format for details. Settings and Adjustments ,continued 101 VCR Function Press ENTER and select "Tape Length," "Auto Play," or "Auto...
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Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If the picture still does not appear, repeat the steps and try connecting your recorder to your TV (such as to "VIDEO") so that ... equipment is used for five seconds or more . , Even if your VCR to get to operate the DVD recorder and then hold down X PAUSE on the cable box/satellite receiver has been changed. , The set top box controller is connected and "Set Top Box Control" is set the recorder to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. Power The...
Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If the picture still does not appear, repeat the steps and try connecting your recorder to your TV (such as to "VIDEO") so that ... equipment is used for five seconds or more . , Even if your VCR to get to operate the DVD recorder and then hold down X PAUSE on the cable box/satellite receiver has been changed. , The set top box controller is connected and "Set Top Box Control" is set the recorder to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. Power The...
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..., "Music" is selected (page 41). Some functions such as asterisks. See the instruction manual supplied with the disc. , While the recorder is set top box controller was turned off . , Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the disc being played. , You are trying to ISO9660 Level 1/ Level 2. , ..., Disconnect the AC power cord from the front panel display. The language for the soundtrack cannot be changed . , Multilingual tracks are recording. , Set the TV's input source to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2. , The JPEG image file does not have the extension ".MP3." , The data is not ...
..., "Music" is selected (page 41). Some functions such as asterisks. See the instruction manual supplied with the disc. , While the recorder is set top box controller was turned off . , Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the disc being played. , You are trying to ISO9660 Level 1/ Level 2. , ..., Disconnect the AC power cord from the front panel display. The language for the soundtrack cannot be changed . , Multilingual tracks are recording. , Set the TV's input source to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2. , The JPEG image file does not have the extension ".MP3." , The data is not ...
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... The program that lasted for more information. , The tape is used , set it is not already in the menu has priority (page 50). , There is not enough disc space for the VCR. Consult your nearest Sony dealer (a standard service fee will be replaced. Timer recording is not complete ... TRACKING +/- If a monitor is protected (page 67). , The settings in "Set Top Box Control" in your area, have the heads cleaned at the same time, the program listed first in the tape compartment. Recording does not stop . VCR Playback The playback picture does not appear on the TV screen. ,...
... The program that lasted for more information. , The tape is used , set it is not already in the menu has priority (page 50). , There is not enough disc space for the VCR. Consult your nearest Sony dealer (a standard service fee will be replaced. Timer recording is not complete ... TRACKING +/- If a monitor is protected (page 67). , The settings in "Set Top Box Control" in your area, have the heads cleaned at the same time, the program listed first in the tape compartment. Recording does not stop . VCR Playback The playback picture does not appear on the TV screen. ,...
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...lens cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for reuse or recycling purposes. On replacement of high temperature." Do not touch the surface. The Set Top Box Control function does not work. , Turn on the disc may rise considerably inside the car. • After playing, store the disc in ... spray types). Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the recorder. Then, turn up the volume while listening to a section with a mild detergent solution. Control by its case. • Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners Do not use the following discs. 110 ...
...lens cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for reuse or recycling purposes. On replacement of high temperature." Do not touch the surface. The Set Top Box Control function does not work. , Turn on the disc may rise considerably inside the car. • After playing, store the disc in ... spray types). Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the recorder. Then, turn up the volume while listening to a section with a mild detergent solution. Control by its case. • Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners Do not use the following discs. 110 ...
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...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 HDMI HDMI 19 pin-Standard Connector General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 31 W Power back-up Back-up ...Dimensions including projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) Approx. 430 × 82 × 332 mm (Approx. 17 × 3 1/4 × 131/8 inches) Mass Approx. 4.7 kg (Approx. 10.4 lbs) Supplied accessories Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Audio/video cord (1) Set top box controller (1) HDMI cord (1) ...
...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 HDMI HDMI 19 pin-Standard Connector General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 31 W Power back-up Back-up ...Dimensions including projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) Approx. 430 × 82 × 332 mm (Approx. 17 × 3 1/4 × 131/8 inches) Mass Approx. 4.7 kg (Approx. 10.4 lbs) Supplied accessories Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Audio/video cord (1) Set top box controller (1) HDMI cord (1) ...
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Front panel Buttons on the remote if they have the same function as a reference. *2 The CHANNEL +/- buttons are used for channel selection when the set top box control is turned on /standby) switch (23) C Disc tray (35, 47, 91) D DVD t button (85) T VIDEO button (84) E Tape compartment (69, 76) F... sensor) (21) L Front panel display (45, 73) M HDMI indicator (16) N SYNCHRO REC indicator (51, 80) O CHANNEL/TRACKING +/- Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses. buttons*1*2 (47, 70, 76) P ONE-TOUCH DUBBING button (93) Q DV IN jack (90) R LINE 2 IN...
Front panel Buttons on the remote if they have the same function as a reference. *2 The CHANNEL +/- buttons are used for channel selection when the set top box control is turned on /standby) switch (23) C Disc tray (35, 47, 91) D DVD t button (85) T VIDEO button (84) E Tape compartment (69, 76) F... sensor) (21) L Front panel display (45, 73) M HDMI indicator (16) N SYNCHRO REC indicator (51, 80) O CHANNEL/TRACKING +/- Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses. buttons*1*2 (47, 70, 76) P ONE-TOUCH DUBBING button (93) Q DV IN jack (90) R LINE 2 IN...
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button are used for channel selection when the set top box control is turned on /standby) switch (23) P CH (channel) +/- Remote For DVD functions 123 456 789 0 A Z OPEN/CLOSE button (35, 47, 91) B DVD button (35, 47) C Number buttons*1 (36) SET button (102) D ANGLE button (36) E TOP MENU button (35) MENU button (35) F DISPLAY button...
button are used for channel selection when the set top box control is turned on /standby) switch (23) P CH (channel) +/- Remote For DVD functions 123 456 789 0 A Z OPEN/CLOSE button (35, 47, 91) B DVD button (35, 47) C Number buttons*1 (36) SET button (102) D ANGLE button (36) E TOP MENU button (35) MENU button (35) F DISPLAY button...
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For VCR functions 123 456 789 0 116 A Z OPEN/CLOSE (eject) button (69) B Number buttons*1 (76) SET button (102) C SYSTEM MENU button (10) D DISPLAY button (73) E O RETURN button (23) F . button*1*2 (12, 70, 76) N INPUT button (76) O TIME/TEXT button (73) P AUDIO button*1 (74) Q TIMER button (78) R M/m/ PREV (previous)/> NEXT buttons (71) G (search) buttons (71) H CLEAR button (69) I X PAUSE button (71, 76) J z REC (record) button (76) K ?/1 (on/standby) switch (23) L VIDEO button (69, 76) M CH (channel)/TRACKING +/-
For VCR functions 123 456 789 0 116 A Z OPEN/CLOSE (eject) button (69) B Number buttons*1 (76) SET button (102) C SYSTEM MENU button (10) D DISPLAY button (73) E O RETURN button (23) F . button*1*2 (12, 70, 76) N INPUT button (76) O TIME/TEXT button (73) P AUDIO button*1 (74) Q TIMER button (78) R M/m/ PREV (previous)/> NEXT buttons (71) G (search) buttons (71) H CLEAR button (69) I X PAUSE button (71, 76) J z REC (record) button (76) K ?/1 (on/standby) switch (23) L VIDEO button (69, 76) M CH (channel)/TRACKING +/-
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... Additional Information AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO L Y R PB SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L R AUDIO AUDIO A AUDIO OUT L/R jacks (18) B SET TOP BOX CONTROL jack (13) C HDMI OUT jack (16) D DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL/ OPTICAL) jacks (18) E COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB, PR...
... Additional Information AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO L Y R PB SETTOP HDMI OUT BOX CONTROL PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L R AUDIO AUDIO A AUDIO OUT L/R jacks (18) B SET TOP BOX CONTROL jack (13) C HDMI OUT jack (16) D DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL/ OPTICAL) jacks (18) E COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB, PR...
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... ,continued 121 Additional Information Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code When you find the brand code number of your cable box/satellite receiver. If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you want to use the set top box control function, find the one that ...works with your cable box/satellite receiver from the list and enter it...
... ,continued 121 Additional Information Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code When you find the brand code number of your cable box/satellite receiver. If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you want to use the set top box control function, find the one that ...works with your cable box/satellite receiver from the list and enter it...
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... 124 "Scan Audio" 38, 99 "Scene Dubbing" 87 Searching for "Chapter" 40 for "Title" 40 for "Track" 40 Time Search 40 Set top box control 12, 24, 101 Set top box controller 12, 26 Settings 94 Setup Display 94 "Simple Dubbing" 86 Slide show 42, 43 SP mode 76 STOP 35, 48, 69, 76 Sub-menu 11... 39 "Title Name" 58, 63 TOP MENU 35 Track 119 TRACKING 70 Tracking adjustment 70 Troubleshooting 105 "TV Type" 96 U "Unfinalize" 89 Unrecordable pictures 47 V "VCR Function" 101 "Video (HDMI)" 96 VIDEO CD 33 Video mode 30 Video...
... 124 "Scan Audio" 38, 99 "Scene Dubbing" 87 Searching for "Chapter" 40 for "Title" 40 for "Track" 40 Time Search 40 Set top box control 12, 24, 101 Set top box controller 12, 26 Settings 94 Setup Display 94 "Simple Dubbing" 86 Slide show 42, 43 SP mode 76 STOP 35, 48, 69, 76 Sub-menu 11... 39 "Title Name" 58, 63 TOP MENU 35 Track 119 TRACKING 70 Tracking adjustment 70 Troubleshooting 105 "TV Type" 96 U "Unfinalize" 89 Unrecordable pictures 47 V "VCR Function" 101 "Video (HDMI)" 96 VIDEO CD 33 Video mode 30 Video...