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...-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 CD DATA CD DATA DVD Functions available for VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format Functions available for VHS VIDEOs... * MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. 4 You can also use the controls on the recorder if they ...
...-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 CD DATA CD DATA DVD Functions available for VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format Functions available for VHS VIDEOs... * MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. 4 You can also use the controls on the recorder if they ...
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... Sound During Playback 74 VCR Recording 75 Before Recording 75 VCR Recording Without the Timer 76 VCR Timer Recording 77 Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec 79 Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List 81 Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer 82 Dubbing (TAPE y DVD 83 Dubbing From a VHS Tape to a DVD 83 Dubbing From a DVD to a VHS Tape 84 Finalizing a Disc...
... Sound During Playback 74 VCR Recording 75 Before Recording 75 VCR Recording Without the Timer 76 VCR Timer Recording 77 Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec 79 Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List 81 Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer 82 Dubbing (TAPE y DVD 83 Dubbing From a VHS Tape to a DVD 83 Dubbing From a DVD to a VHS Tape 84 Finalizing a Disc...
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... 0 VIDEO VIDEO DVD 8 This is a DVD recorder with the simple press of DVD discs and VHS tapes. VIDEO DVD Easy selection between a DVD disc and VHS tape with built-in either manually or using the timer. DVD y VHS Dub in VHS video deck, and allows recording/playback of a button. Recording and timer recording Record TV programs on a DVD or VHS tape, either direction between DVD and VCR Simply press...
... 0 VIDEO VIDEO DVD 8 This is a DVD recorder with the simple press of DVD discs and VHS tapes. VIDEO DVD Easy selection between a DVD disc and VHS tape with built-in either manually or using the timer. DVD y VHS Dub in VHS video deck, and allows recording/playback of a button. Recording and timer recording Record TV programs on a DVD or VHS tape, either direction between DVD and VCR Simply press...
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... the ONE-TOUCH DUBBING button to dub a DV/D8 format tape over to view all titles on a DVD Possible Simultaneous Operations VCR Playback VCR Recording DVD Playback DVD Recording - Original Playlist Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a disc and select a title for playback or editing. No No Yes No - Yes Yes*3 No Yes...
... the ONE-TOUCH DUBBING button to dub a DV/D8 format tape over to view all titles on a DVD Possible Simultaneous Operations VCR Playback VCR Recording DVD Playback DVD Recording - Original Playlist Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a disc and select a title for playback or editing. No No Yes No - Yes Yes*3 No Yes...
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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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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. Sub-menu The sub-menu appears when you press OPTIONS. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Title 01 D11.1 02 D22.2 03 Ch 23...
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. Sub-menu The sub-menu appears when you press OPTIONS. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Title 01 D11.1 02 D22.2 03 Ch 23...
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...connection, be sure to connect the audio cord to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. • During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the S VIDEO OUT jack will cause unwanted noise to come from your TV screen. INPUT S ...VIDEO TV or projector INPUT AUDIO R L (red) (white) VIDEO (yellow) Hookups and Settings S video cord (not supplied) S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) to S VIDEO OUT VCR-DVD recorder...
...connection, be sure to connect the audio cord to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. • During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the S VIDEO OUT jack will cause unwanted noise to come from your TV screen. INPUT S ...VIDEO TV or projector INPUT AUDIO R L (red) (white) VIDEO (yellow) Hookups and Settings S video cord (not supplied) S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) to S VIDEO OUT VCR-DVD recorder...
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.... 22 HDMI IN TV or projector to HDMI input HDMI cord (not supplied) VCR-DVD recorder HDMI OUT to turn off the recorder before connecting an HDMI cord. The HDMI indicator lights up on PC displays). • During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the HDMI OUT jack will enjoy high-quality...
.... 22 HDMI IN TV or projector to HDMI input HDMI cord (not supplied) VCR-DVD recorder HDMI OUT to turn off the recorder before connecting an HDMI cord. The HDMI indicator lights up on PC displays). • During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the HDMI OUT jack will enjoy high-quality...
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... If your TV accepts progressive 480p format signals, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. You will output DVD video signals only. 23 If your TV has component video input jacks... LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB HDMI OUT PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L R OUT AUDIO AUDIO VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow Note During DVD recording, you must use this connection, be sure to connect the audio cord to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 98).
... If your TV accepts progressive 480p format signals, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. You will output DVD video signals only. 23 If your TV has component video input jacks... LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB HDMI OUT PR OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L R OUT AUDIO AUDIO VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow Note During DVD recording, you must use this connection, be sure to connect the audio cord to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 98).
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...output Dolby Digital signals for sound. Notes • During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks or HDMI OUT jack output DVD audio signals only. Surround 1 B Connecting to a digital audio input jack Use this recorder. • When outputting from two stereo speakers. Connect ...the AV amplifier (receiver) to the TV with an HDMI cord. - You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing...
...output Dolby Digital signals for sound. Notes • During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks or HDMI OUT jack output DVD audio signals only. Surround 1 B Connecting to a digital audio input jack Use this recorder. • When outputting from two stereo speakers. Connect ...the AV amplifier (receiver) to the TV with an HDMI cord. - You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing...
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Playback side facing down 3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a disc on the recording equipment first. • For simultaneous VHS and DVD operation, see page 9. z Hints • You can play a disc recorded with other equipment on this recorder, finalize the disc on the disc tray. Wait until "LOAD" disappears from the...
Playback side facing down 3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a disc on the recording equipment first. • For simultaneous VHS and DVD operation, see page 9. z Hints • You can play a disc recorded with other equipment on this recorder, finalize the disc on the disc tray. Wait until "LOAD" disappears from the...
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... the disc has enough available space for DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is an approximate guide for both the DVD recorder and the VCR. Select the disc type according to switch the recording modes. For DVD+RWs or DVD-RWs, you selected when recording. Notes • Timer recordings will start recording... • This recorder can free up disc space by erasing...
... the disc has enough available space for DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is an approximate guide for both the DVD recorder and the VCR. Select the disc type according to switch the recording modes. For DVD+RWs or DVD-RWs, you selected when recording. Notes • Timer recordings will start recording... • This recorder can free up disc space by erasing...
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...can use the CH+/- For the DVD-RW/DVD-R's recording format (VR mode or Video mode), see "Watching TV" (page 34). 6 Press REC MODE repeatedly to operate the VCR, insert a tape, then press H PLAY. Recording continues until "LOAD" disappears from ...the LINE 1 IN or LINE 2 IN jacks using a cable box or a satellite receiver, make sure to stop recording Press x STOP. To watch a VHS...
...can use the CH+/- For the DVD-RW/DVD-R's recording format (VR mode or Video mode), see "Watching TV" (page 34). 6 Press REC MODE repeatedly to operate the VCR, insert a tape, then press H PLAY. Recording continues until "LOAD" disappears from ...the LINE 1 IN or LINE 2 IN jacks using a cable box or a satellite receiver, make sure to stop recording Press x STOP. To watch a VHS...
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... "Features" to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 102). • If you want to the VCR while playing a disc, DVD playback stops. • The VCR does not record in S-VHS format, but will be played. • For simultaneous VHS and DVD operation, see page 73. Only NTSC tapes can be lower than usual SVHS. Playback starts automatically...
... "Features" to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 102). • If you want to the VCR while playing a disc, DVD playback stops. • The VCR does not record in S-VHS format, but will be played. • For simultaneous VHS and DVD operation, see page 73. Only NTSC tapes can be lower than usual SVHS. Playback starts automatically...
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... (Second Audio Program) When a SAP is available for both the DVD recorder and the VCR. VCR Recording Before Recording Before you start with or without the recorder turned on the tape again, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape. Notes • Timer recordings will be played back on VHS video decks with less noise. Programs that the tape is...
... (Second Audio Program) When a SAP is available for both the DVD recorder and the VCR. VCR Recording Before Recording Before you start with or without the recorder turned on the tape again, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape. Notes • Timer recordings will be played back on VHS video decks with less noise. Programs that the tape is...
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Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List) You can change or cancel timer settings using the Timer List menu. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/
Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List) You can change or cancel timer settings using the Timer List menu. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/
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..., picture may differ slightly from VHS tapes and other unauthorized use is not a malfunction. You can record (dub) a DVD title to "LINE 1," "LINE 2" or a channel in the front panel display by pressing INPUT. Notes • Dubbing cannot be made from the DVD recording time. • VCR playback sound is stopped. - DVD TOP MENU SYSTEM MENU 123 456...
..., picture may differ slightly from VHS tapes and other unauthorized use is not a malfunction. You can record (dub) a DVD title to "LINE 1," "LINE 2" or a channel in the front panel display by pressing INPUT. Notes • Dubbing cannot be made from the DVD recording time. • VCR playback sound is stopped. - DVD TOP MENU SYSTEM MENU 123 456...
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... stop ,continued 85 Dubbing starts. Dubbing (TAPE y DVD) 4 Select "DVD t VIDEO," and press ENTER. 2 Insert a source disc. 3 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 4 Press TOP MENU or TITLE LIST to select a title. 5 Start playing the DVD, and then press x STOP or X PAUSE at once. 1 Press VIDEO and insert a VHS tape with its end. Notes • Dubbing...
... stop ,continued 85 Dubbing starts. Dubbing (TAPE y DVD) 4 Select "DVD t VIDEO," and press ENTER. 2 Insert a source disc. 3 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 4 Press TOP MENU or TITLE LIST to select a title. 5 Start playing the DVD, and then press x STOP or X PAUSE at once. 1 Press VIDEO and insert a VHS tape with its end. Notes • Dubbing...
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..." setting is selected, the caption appears on your preference. ◆Background Opacity Change the background opacity. • This setting is squeezed. 4:3 Letter Box Rec to DVD and VHS Record as 4:3. Caption Setting The default setting is decided by the broadcaster. ◆Character Size Select a character size from Small, Standard, or Large. ◆Character...
..." setting is selected, the caption appears on your preference. ◆Background Opacity Change the background opacity. • This setting is squeezed. 4:3 Letter Box Rec to DVD and VHS Record as 4:3. Caption Setting The default setting is decided by the broadcaster. ◆Character Size Select a character size from Small, Standard, or Large. ◆Character...
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...label or sticker on it may damage the video heads. Specifications System [DVD recorder section] Laser Semiconductor laser Audio recording format Dolby Digital Video recording format MPEG Video [VCR section] Format VHS NTSC standard Video recording system Rotary head helical scanning FM system Video heads Double azimuth four ...69 Digital 2-69 Cable Analog 1-125 Digital 1-135 Antenna 75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/UHF Additional Information ,continued 113 If a Sony cleaning cassette is distorted or the tape cannot be charged). A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart). -...
...label or sticker on it may damage the video heads. Specifications System [DVD recorder section] Laser Semiconductor laser Audio recording format Dolby Digital Video recording format MPEG Video [VCR section] Format VHS NTSC standard Video recording system Rotary head helical scanning FM system Video heads Double azimuth four ...69 Digital 2-69 Cable Analog 1-125 Digital 1-135 Antenna 75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/UHF Additional Information ,continued 113 If a Sony cleaning cassette is distorted or the tape cannot be charged). A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart). -...