RDR-GX210 DVD Recorder Instructions for Use

Precautions

WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior.

CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this DVD recorder is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

CAUTION

CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM.

ADVARSEL

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ADVARSEL

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VARNING

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This label is located on the laser protective housing inside the enclosure. Notice for customers in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked with or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

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• This unit operates on 220 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Check that the unit’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. SHOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Precautions This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC Directive using a connection cable shorter than 3 metres.

On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources • The recorder is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the recorder itself has been turned off. • If you are not going to use the recorder for a long time, be sure to disconnect the recorder from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. • Do not disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) while the recorder is in use.

On placement • Place the recorder in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the recorder. • Do not place the recorder on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes. • Do not place the recorder in a confined space such as a bookshelf or similar unit. • Do not place the recorder in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock. • Do not place the recorder in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only. • Keep the recorder and discs away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers. • Do not place heavy objects on the recorder.

On recording • Note that the contents of the recording cannot be compensated for under any and all conditions, including conditions that may arise due to a malfunction of this unit. • Make trial recordings before making the actual recording.

Copyrights • Television programmes, films, video tapes, discs, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmitter and/or programme owner. • This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

About this manual • Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the recorder if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. • The option names and messages that appear on the screen are enclosed in brackets. • The on-screen display illustrations used in this manual may not match the graphics displayed on your TV screen. • The explanations regarding discs in this manual refer to discs created on this recorder. The explanations do not apply to discs that are created on other recorders and played back on this recorder.

Copy guard function Since the recorder has a copy guard function, programmes received through an external tuner (not supplied) may contain copy protection signals (copy guard function) and as such may not be recordable, depending on the type of signal.

IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This recorder is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma display panels and projection televisions are especially susceptible to this.

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Table of Contents WARNING... 2 Precautions... 2 Ways to Use Your DVD Recorder... 6 Quick Guide to Disc Types... 8

Hookups and Settings... 12 Hooking Up the Recorder... 12 Step 1: Unpacking... 12 Step 2: Connecting the Aerial Cable... 13 Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords... 14 Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords... 16 Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead... 18 Step 6: Preparing the Remote... 18 Step 7: Initial Setup... 21 Connecting a VCR or Similar Device... 23 Connecting to a Satellite or Digital Tuner... 25 Connecting a PAY-TV/Canal Plus Decoder... 26

Basic Operation... 27 Inserting and Formatting a Disc... 27 Recording a Programme to a Disc... 28 Viewing the Recorded Programme (Title List)... 29 Checking the Playback Information and Playing Time... 31 Changing the Name of a Recorded Programme (Title Input)... 32 Labelling and Protecting a Disc... 34 Playing a DVD on Other Equipment (Finalize)... 35

Recording... 37 Before Recording... 37 Timer Recording (Standard/ShowView)... 38 Checking/Changing/Cancelling Timer Settings (Timer List)... 42 Recording Without the Timer... 43 Recording From Connected Equipment... 45

Playback... 47 Playing DVDs and VIDEO CDs... 47 Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track, etc... 52 Playing Music CDs and MP3 Audio Tracks... 53 Playing JPEG Image Files... 57

Erasing and Editing... 59 Before Editing... 59 Erasing and Editing Titles... 60 Editing a Title by Chapter... 63 Editing a Playlist... 64

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DV Dubbing... 66 Before DV Dubbing... 66 Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the DV IN Jack... 66 Dubbing From a DV/Digital8 Format Tape to a DVD... 67

Settings and Adjustments... 69 Using the Setup Displays... 69 Channel and Clock Settings... 70 TV and Video Settings... 73 Language Settings... 74 Audio Settings... 75 Parental Control Settings... 76 Recording Settings... 77 Resetting the Recorder (Factory Setup)... 78

Additional Information... 79 Troubleshooting... 79 Notes About This Recorder... 83 Specifications... 84 About i.LINK... 85 Guide to Parts and Controls... 86 Glossary... 90 Language Code List... 92 Area Code List... 93 Index... 94

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Ways to Use Your DVD Recorder Quick access to recorded titles – Title List , Display the Title List to see all of the titles on the disc, including recording date, title length, and thumbnail image (page 29).

Title List 1/7

Title List Original DVD-RW SLP

2:45:00 Free

Title 1 07/12

Title 2 0:45:00 09/12

Title 3 1:00:00 10/12

0:15:00

Title 4 13/12

Title 5 0:10:00 16/12

Title 6 0:10:00 19/12

0:25:00

Creating your own programme – Playlist , Record a programme on a DVD-RW (VR mode), then delete, move and add scenes at will to create your own, original programme (page 59).

Original

Playlist

Dubbing of DV/Digital8 tapes – DV Dubbing , Connect your digital video camera to the DV IN jack and dub the entire contents or just selected scenes to a DVD disc (page 66).

Control

Dubbing

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Progressive PAL playback , If your TV is compatible with progressive signals, you can enjoy accurate colour reproduction and high quality images in Progressive mode.

Playing JPEG image files , You can enjoy viewing JPEG images on your TV screen. First, take pictures with a digital camera and save them in JPEG format to a CD-RW/CD-R on a PC. Then play the CD-RW/CD-R on this recorder (page 57).

Shoot

Save

Play!

A list of recordable and playable discs is on page 8.

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Quick Guide to Disc Types Recordable and playable discs

Icon used in this manual

Formatting (new discs)

Compatibility with other DVD players (finalizing)

+RW

Automatically formatted

Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalized)

VR mode

-RWVR

Automatically formatted in VR mode

Playable only on VR mode compatible players (finalization unnecessary)

Video mode

-RWVideo

Manually reformat in Video mode (page 27)

Playable on most DVD players (finalization necessary) (page 35)

+R

Automatically formatted

Playable on most DVD+R compatible players (finalization necessary) (page 35)

-R

Automatically formatted

Playable on most DVD players (finalization necessary) (page 35)

Disc Logo

Type

DVD+RW

DVDRW

DVD+R

DVD-R

Usable disc versions (as of February 2005) • 4x-speed or slower DVD+RWs • 4x-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.2 with CPRM*1) • 8x-speed or slower DVD+Rs • 8x-speed or slower DVD-Rs (Ver.2.0)

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“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” and “DVD-R,” are trademarks. *1 CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is

a coding technology that protects copyrights for images. *2 To free up disc space, erase the last title on the disc. *3 Erasing titles does not free up disc space.

Recording Features

Editing Features

Erase chapter/ Record Auto Manual Rewrite Erase title A-B Erase Playlist Hide 16:9 sizes chapter chapter (page 37) (page 61) (page 61) (page 59) (page 77) (page 77) (page 64) chapter (page 64)

Yes

No

Yes

Yes *2

No

Yes

No/Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes/No

Yes

Yes

No

Yes

Yes *2

No

No

No/No

No

No

No

Yes

Yes *3

No

Yes

No/Yes

No

No

No

Yes

Yes *3

No

No

No/No

No

Discs that cannot be recorded on • DVD-RWs (Ver. 1.0) • DVD+RWs that are not 2.4x-speed compatible • Double layer discs • 8 cm discs

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Playable discs

Type

Disc Logo

Icon used in this manual

Characteristics

DVD VIDEO

DVD

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

VIDEO CD

VCD

VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format

CD

CD

Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchased

DATA CD

DATA CD

CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files

Note about CDs

Discs that cannot be played

The recorder can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CDRWs recorded in the following formats: • music CD format • video CD format • MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of format conforming to ISO9660* Level 1/Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet

• All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs) • CD-Rs/CD-RWs, other than those recorded in the format, listed above • Data part of CD-Extras • DVD-ROMs • DVD Audio discs • DVD-RAMs • DVD+R DL (double layer) discs • HD layer on Super Audio CDs • DVD VIDEOs with a different region code (page 11)

* A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs, defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization).

z Hint This recorder can play 8 cm CDs and finalized 8 cm DVDs.

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Note on playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs Some playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this recorder plays DVD VIDEOs/VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also, see the instructions supplied with the DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs.

Region code (DVD VIDEO only) Your recorder has a region code printed on the rear of the unit and will only play DVD VIDEOs (playback only) labelled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights. DVD VIDEOs labelled ALL will also play on this recorder. If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message [Playback prohibited by region code] will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labelled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions. RDR–XXXX

XXV XXHz XXW

X

Notes • Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or CD-RWs/CD-Rs cannot be played on this recorder due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device. • You cannot mix VR mode and Video mode on the same DVD-RW. To change the disc’s format, reformat the disc (page 27). Note that the disc’s contents will be erased after reformatting. • You cannot shorten the time required for recording even with high-speed discs. • It is recommended that you use discs with “For Video” printed on their packaging. • You cannot add new recordings to DVD-RWs (Video mode) or DVD-Rs that contain recordings made on other DVD equipment. • In some cases, you may not be able to add new recordings to DVD+RWs that contain recordings made on other DVD equipment. If you do add a new recording, note that this recorder will rewrite the DVD menu. • If the disc contains PC data unrecognizable by this recorder, the data may be erased.

Region code

Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are being marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

Note on DualDiscs This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. Please be aware that the audio side of a DualDisc may not play on this product because these discs do not conform to the CD standard. “DualDisc” is a trademark of the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

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Hookups and Settings

Hooking Up the Recorder Follow steps 1 to 6 to hook up the recorder, and step 7 to make the initial settings for the recorder (page 21).

Notes • Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. • See the instructions supplied with the components to be connected. • You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not have a SCART or video input jack. • Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each component before connecting.

Step 1: Unpacking Check that you have the following items: • Audio cord (pinplug × 2 y pinplug × 2) (1) • Video cord (pinplug × 1 y pinplug × 1) (1) • Aerial cable (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

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Step 2: Connecting the Aerial Cable Connect the aerial cable by following the steps below. Do not connect the mains lead until you reach “Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead” (page 18).

AERIAL

DVD recorder LINE 2 OUT DIGITAL OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

LINE 3 / DECODER

Hookups and Settings

to AERIAL IN

LINE 4 IN

COAXIAL

IN

PCM/DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

LINE 1

- TV

VIDEO OUT LINE 2 OUT SELECT RGB

PB/CB

L

L AUDIO

AUDIO

DIGITAL OUT PR/CR

R

R

Y

VIDEO

VIDEO

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

OUT COMPONENT

OPTICAL S VIDEO

AERIAL IN

OUT

TV to AERIAL OUT

Aerial cable (supplied)

: Signal flow

1 Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV and connect it to AERIAL IN on the rear panel of the recorder.

2 Connect AERIAL OUT of the recorder to the aerial input of your TV, using the supplied aerial cable.

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Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords Select one of the following patterns A through D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to view pictures. Audio connections are explained in “Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords” (page 16).

C S-video cord (not supplied)

INPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

Component video cord (not supplied)

Y

S VIDEO PB PR

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

(green) (blue) (red)

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

(blue)

(red)

to LINE 2 OUT (S VIDEO) AERIAL

LINE 3 / DECODER

(green)

to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT LINE 2 OUT DIGITAL OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DVD recorder LINE 4 IN

COAXIAL

IN

PCM/DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

LINE 1

- TV

VIDEO OUT LINE 2 OUT SELECT RGB

PB/CB

L

L AUDIO

AUDIO

DIGITAL OUT PR/CR

R

R

Y

VIDEO

VIDEO

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

OUT

to i LINE1-TV

D

COMPONENT

OPTICAL S VIDEO

VIDEO OUT SELECT switch

to LINE 2 OUT (VIDEO)

B INPUT

SCART cord (not supplied)

VIDEO

Video cord (supplied)

A

L AUDIO R

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) TV

: Signal flow

Note Do not connect more than one type of video cord between the recorder and your TV at the same time.

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A Connecting to a SCART input jack

Some recorded images may not fit your TV screen. To change the aspect ratio, see page 73.

If you are connecting to a VCR Connect your VCR to the LINE 3/DECODER jack on the recorder (page 23).

Notes

B Connecting to a video input jack Connect using the video cord (supplied) to the yellow LINE 2 OUT (VIDEO) jack. You will enjoy standard quality images.

• Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the case of 625 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 625p DVD recorder, please contact our customer service centre. • When you connect the recorder to your TV via the SCART jacks, the TV’s input source is set to the recorder automatically when you turn the recorder on. If necessary, press TV/DVD on the remote to return the input to the TV.

Hookups and Settings

Connect using a SCART cord (not supplied) to the LINE 1-TV jack and your TV. Be sure to make the connections firmly to avoid hum and noise. See the operating instructions supplied with the TV to be connected. Set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch on the rear panel to “RGB.”

When playing “wide screen” images

C Connecting to an S VIDEO input

jack Connect using an S-video cord (not supplied) to the LINE 2 OUT (S VIDEO) jack. You will enjoy high quality images.

D Connecting to component video

input jacks (PB/CB, PR/CR, Y) Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate colour reproduction and high quality images. Set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch on the rear panel to “COMPONENT.” If your TV accepts progressive 625p format signals, you must use this connection and set [Progressive Mode] in [Settings] Setup to [On] (see page 73). The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up on the recorder. Green

Green

Blue

Blue

Red

Red

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Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to listen to sound.

A

INPUT VIDEO

Audio cord (supplied)

(white)

LINE 2 OUT

(white) L

L AUDIO

(red)

AUDIO

(red)

R

R

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

VIDEO

to LINE 2 OUT (AUDIO L/R) AERIAL

LINE 3 / DECODER

LINE 2 OUT DIGITAL OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DVD recorder LINE 4 IN

COAXIAL

IN

PCM/DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

LINE 1

- TV

VIDEO OUT LINE 2 OUT SELECT RGB

L

PB/CB

L AUDIO

AUDIO

DIGITAL OUT PR/CR

R

R

Y

VIDEO

VIDEO

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

OUT COMPONENT

OPTICAL S VIDEO

to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL PCM/DTS/ MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

PCM/DTS/MPEG/ DOLBY DIGITAL

OPTICAL

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

to DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)

Optical digital cord (not supplied) or

[Speakers]

to coaxial digital input

to optical digital input

Rear (L)

B

Rear (R)

Front (L) Centre

[Speakers]

Front (R) AV amplifier (receiver) with a decoder

Subwoofer

: Signal flow

z Hint For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components.

Note Do not connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to come from your TV’s speakers.

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B Connecting to a digital audio

jacks

input jack

This connection will use your TV’s or stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two speakers for sound. Connect using the audio cord (supplied).

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1 Digital, DTS*2, or MPEG audio decoder and a digital input jack, use this connection. Connect using a coaxial or optical digital cord (not supplied).

White (L) Red (R)

White (L) Red (R)

Coaxial cord Optical cord

• Surround effect (page 49)

or

Hookups and Settings

A Connecting to audio L/R input

• Surround effect Dolby Digital (5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch), MPEG audio (5.1ch)

Note Do not connect the LINE 4 IN (AUDIO L/R) and LINE 2 OUT (AUDIO L/R) jacks to your TV’s audio output jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to come from your TV’s speakers.

*1 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. *2 “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are registered

trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Notes • After you have completed connection B, make the appropriate settings under [Audio] Setup (page 75). If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio decoder function, set [MPEG] to [Bitstream] in [Audio] Setup (page 75). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers. • The surround sound effects of this recorder cannot be used with connection B.

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Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead

Step 6: Preparing the Remote

Plug the recorder and TV mains leads (power cords) into the mains. After you connect the mains lead, you must wait for a short while before operating the recorder. You can operate the recorder once the front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. If you connect additional equipment to this recorder (page 23), be sure to connect the mains lead after all connections are complete.

You can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the recorder.

to mains

Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 20). • Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. Do not touch the liquid with bare hands should leakage occur. Observe the following: – Do not use a new battery with an old battery, or batteries of different manufacturers. – Do not attempt to recharge the batteries. – If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. – If battery leakage occurs, wipe out any liquid inside the battery compartment, and insert new batteries. • Do not expose the remote sensor (marked on the front panel) to strong light, such as direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. The recorder may not respond to the remote.

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Number buttons and -/--*

You can adjust the remote’s signal to control your TV. If you connected the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you can use the supplied remote to control the AV amplifier’s (receiver’s) volume.

* If you use the number buttons to select the TV’s programme position, press -/-- followed by the number buttons for two-digit numbers.

Notes • Depending on the connected unit, you may not be able to control your TV or AV amplifier (receiver) with some or all of the buttons below. • If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased. • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number again. TV/DVD switch "/1

Number buttons, -/--

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

PROG +/– 2 +/–

0

t, TV/DVD

1 Slide the TV/DVD switch to TV. 2 Hold down [/1. 3 Enter your TV’s manufacturer code (see “Code numbers of controllable TVs” below) using the number buttons.

4 Release [/1. When the TV/DVD switch is set to TV, the remote performs the following: [/1

Turns your TV on or off

Selects the programme position on your TV

To operate the TV/DVD button (for SCART connections only) The TV/DVD button switches between the recorder and the last input source selected on the TV. Point your remote at the recorder when using this button. The button works even if the TV/DVD switch is set to DVD. When you connect the recorder to the TV via the SCART jacks, the input source for the TV is set to the recorder automatically when you turn the power on. To watch another source, press the TV/ DVD button to switch the TV’s input source.

Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV. Manufacturer

Code number

Sony

01 (default)

Aiwa

01 (default)

Grundig

11

Hitachi

23, 24, 72

Loewe

06, 45

Nokia

15, 16, 69, 73

Panasonic

17, 49

Philips

06, 07, 08, 23, 45, 72

Saba

12, 13, 36, 43, 74, 75

Samsung

06, 22, 23, 71, 72

Sanyo

25

2 (volume) +/–

Adjusts the volume of your TV

Sharp

29

PROG +/–

Selects the programme position on your TV

Telefunken

12, 13, 36, 43, 74, 75

Thomson

12, 13, 43, 74, 75

Switches to or from the wide mode of a Sony widescreen TV

Toshiba

38

LG

06

Switches your TV’s input source

JVC

33

(wide mode)

t (TV/video)

Hookups and Settings

Controlling TVs with the remote

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Controlling the volume of your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote TV/DVD switch "/1

Number buttons

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

2 +/–

If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this recorder and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player. The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote is “MODE3.”

0

x

1 Slide the TV/DVD switch to DVD. 2 Hold down [/1, and enter the

./>

manufacturer code (see the table below) for your AV amplifier (receiver) using the number buttons.

COMMAND MODE switch

3 Release [/1. The 2 (volume) +/– buttons control the AV amplifier’s volume. If you want to control the TV’s volume, slide the TV/DVD switch to TV.

z Hint If you want to control the TV’s volume even when the TV/DVD switch is set to DVD, repeat the steps above and enter the code number 90 (default).

Code numbers of controllable AV amplifiers (receivers) If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your AV amplifier (receiver).

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1 Turn off the recorder. 2 Press down x (stop) on the recorder until “MODE” appears in the front panel display.

3 While keeping x (stop) pressed,

Manufacturer

Code number

Sony

78, 79, 80, 91

repeatedly press ./> on the recorder to select the command mode (MODE1, 2, or 3).

Denon

84, 85, 86

Front panel display

Kenwood

92, 93

Onkyo

81, 82, 83

Pioneer

99

4 Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the

Sansui

87

Technics

97, 98

remote so it matches the mode you selected above.

Yamaha

94, 95, 96