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.../CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) 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 have the same or...
.../CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) 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 have the same or...
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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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... between DVD and VCR Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select the media format you want to use. Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded. DVD 123 456 789 0 VIDEO VIDEO DVD 8 VIDEO DVD Easy selection between a DVD disc and VHS tape with the simple press of DVD discs and VHS tapes. DVD editing is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? What...
... between DVD and VCR Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select the media format you want to use. Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded. DVD 123 456 789 0 VIDEO VIDEO DVD 8 VIDEO DVD Easy selection between a DVD disc and VHS tape with the simple press of DVD discs and VHS tapes. DVD editing is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? What...
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...you like without changing the original contents. Original Playlist Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a DVD and a VHS tape. 9 DV/D8 Dubbing Connect your own program - No No Yes No ... No Yes Yes*3 No - *1 When pressing DVD, VCR playback stops. *2 When pressing VIDEO, DVD playback stops. *3 Only the same program can be recorded on a DVD Possible Simultaneous Operations VCR Playback VCR Recording DVD Playback DVD Recording - Playlist Record a program on a disc and select a title ...
...you like without changing the original contents. Original Playlist Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a DVD and a VHS tape. 9 DV/D8 Dubbing Connect your own program - No No Yes No ... No Yes Yes*3 No - *1 When pressing DVD, VCR playback stops. *2 When pressing VIDEO, DVD playback stops. *3 Only the same program can be recorded on a DVD Possible Simultaneous Operations VCR Playback VCR Recording DVD Playback DVD Recording - Playlist Record a program on a disc and select a title ...
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How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder.
How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use. SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder.
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The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. 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. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to select an option, press Press M/m to the selected item. Title 01 D11.1 02 D22.2 03 ...
The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. 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. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to select an option, press Press M/m to the selected item. Title 01 D11.1 02 D22.2 03 ...
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...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 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 VHF/UHF ...supplied) : Signal flow When playing "wide screen" images Some recorded images may not fit your TV's audio output jacks 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...
...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 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 VHF/UHF ...supplied) : Signal flow When playing "wide screen" images Some recorded images may not fit your TV's audio output jacks 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...
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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 picture and sound. Notes • You cannot connect the HDMI OUT jack ...) signal, even if the HDMI OUT connection is used. 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. Be sure to HDMI OUT AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO...
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 picture and sound. Notes • You cannot connect the HDMI OUT jack ...) signal, even if the HDMI OUT connection is used. 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. Be sure to HDMI OUT AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO...
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...supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of "Video" to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 98). You will output DVD video signals only. 23 If your TV has component video input jacks Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using this connection and then set "... 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 cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images.
...supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of "Video" to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 98). You will output DVD video signals only. 23 If your TV has component video input jacks Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using this connection and then set "... 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 cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images.
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...'s (receiver's) two front speakers for digital broadcasts. Select "Surround1," "Surround2," or "Surround3" in Easy Setup (page 29). You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing AUDIO. • When you connect the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver) using an HDMI cord, you will come from your speakers. • With a coaxial or optical digital... the connection, make the appropriate settings under license from two stereo speakers. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of the following: - Notes • During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks or HDMI OUT jack output...
...'s (receiver's) two front speakers for digital broadcasts. Select "Surround1," "Surround2," or "Surround3" in Easy Setup (page 29). You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing AUDIO. • When you connect the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver) using an HDMI cord, you will come from your speakers. • With a coaxial or optical digital... the connection, make the appropriate settings under license from two stereo speakers. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of the following: - Notes • During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks or HDMI OUT jack output...
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... 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. Playback starts. 36 z Hints • You can play a DVD VIDEO, or a finalized DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R (Video mode), you can display the disc's menu...
... 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. Playback starts. 36 z Hints • You can play a DVD VIDEO, or a finalized DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R (Video mode), you can display the disc's menu...
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... source of VCRs, this recorder on a single DVD (4.7 GB). If recording time is an approximate guide for both the DVD recorder and the VCR. Recording fast-moving or images containing picture noise. - Recording mode and recording time The following table is your top priority, select "HQ" (high quality). Recording a program with the recording time. - When recording such pictures, a recording mode offering longer recording time is...
... source of VCRs, this recorder on a single DVD (4.7 GB). If recording time is an approximate guide for both the DVD recorder and the VCR. Recording fast-moving or images containing picture noise. - Recording mode and recording time The following table is your top priority, select "HQ" (high quality). Recording a program with the recording time. - When recording such pictures, a recording mode offering longer recording time is...
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... the broadcast. 5 Press number buttons to record, and press SET. To pause recording Press X PAUSE. To watch a VHS tape while recording Press VIDEO to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on . ,continued 49 INPUT DIGITAL/ ANALOG DISPLAY z REC H PLAY x STOP X PAUSE REC MODE 1 Press DVD to operate the VCR, insert a tape, then press H PLAY...
... the broadcast. 5 Press number buttons to record, and press SET. To pause recording Press X PAUSE. To watch a VHS tape while recording Press VIDEO to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on . ,continued 49 INPUT DIGITAL/ ANALOG DISPLAY z REC H PLAY x STOP X PAUSE REC MODE 1 Press DVD to operate the VCR, insert a tape, then press H PLAY...
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The front panel display shows the playing time. "Auto Play" of S-VHS tapes recorded in the front panel display resets to operate the VCR. 2 Insert a tape. Image may be played. • For simultaneous VHS and DVD operation, see page 73. When the tape reaches the end, it reaches the end....; Playback of "Features" to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 102). • If you switch to the VCR while playing a disc, DVD playback stops. • The VCR does not record in S-VHS format, but will play , but picture quality is not guaranteed. • The counter resets to "0:00:00" whenever a...
The front panel display shows the playing time. "Auto Play" of S-VHS tapes recorded in the front panel display resets to operate the VCR. 2 Insert a tape. Image may be played. • For simultaneous VHS and DVD operation, see page 73. When the tape reaches the end, it reaches the end....; Playback of "Features" to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 102). • If you switch to the VCR while playing a disc, DVD playback stops. • The VCR does not record in S-VHS format, but will play , but picture quality is not guaranteed. • The counter resets to "0:00:00" whenever a...
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... back on other VHS video decks with adhesive tape. If there is noise in the front panel display. To record on the TV screen. VCR Recording Safety tab Recording mode "EP" (Extended Play) and "SP" (Standard Play) is available for both the DVD recorder and the VCR. The recorder automatically turns off after a recording has finished. • This recorder shares a single...
... back on other VHS video decks with adhesive tape. If there is noise in the front panel display. To record on the TV screen. VCR Recording Safety tab Recording mode "EP" (Extended Play) and "SP" (Standard Play) is available for both the DVD recorder and the VCR. The recorder automatically turns off after a recording has finished. • This recorder shares a single...
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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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...prohibited under copyright law. - See "Dubbing selected titles and scenes (Program Dubbing)" on the DVD recorder. Change to a VHS tape. DVD TOP MENU SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN ./> VIDEO SUBTITLE AUDIO TITLE LIST M/m/...VHS software with copy guard functions. • Dubbing stops when: - using a non-recordable DVD. - the disc remaining time runs out. • The System Menu, OPTIONS menu, and information display are solely for individual enjoyment, and other copyrighted material are not displayed during dubbing. Recordings made from the DVD recording time. • VCR...
...prohibited under copyright law. - See "Dubbing selected titles and scenes (Program Dubbing)" on the DVD recorder. Change to a VHS tape. DVD TOP MENU SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN ./> VIDEO SUBTITLE AUDIO TITLE LIST M/m/...VHS software with copy guard functions. • Dubbing stops when: - using a non-recordable DVD. - the disc remaining time runs out. • The System Menu, OPTIONS menu, and information display are solely for individual enjoyment, and other copyrighted material are not displayed during dubbing. Recordings made from the DVD recording time. • VCR...
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... Dubbing Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM VIDEO --> DVD DVD --> VIDEO dubbing. 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. Unauthorized editing of the playback...
... Dubbing Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM VIDEO --> DVD DVD --> VIDEO dubbing. 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. Unauthorized editing of the playback...
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... automatically set to DVD and VHS Record as 4:3. z Hints • When recording a digital program with wide signals on digital broadcasts, refer to the table below. 16:9 Rec to DVD Record wide signals on digital broadcasts as they are. • DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in VR mode • DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in Video mode, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs (when recording in HQ, HSP...
... automatically set to DVD and VHS Record as 4:3. z Hints • When recording a digital program with wide signals on digital broadcasts, refer to the table below. 16:9 Rec to DVD Record wide signals on digital broadcasts as they are. • DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in VR mode • DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in Video mode, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs (when recording in HQ, HSP...
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A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart). - If a Sony cleaning cassette is distorted or the tape cannot be charged). 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 heads...
A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart). - If a Sony cleaning cassette is distorted or the tape cannot be charged). 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 heads...
