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D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB02WAR.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 2 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Precautions Important Information Should you experience a problem with this recorder, please refer to the trouble shooting section on page 91. If you are unable to rectify the problem, contact the Sony Customer Information Centre on 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.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB02WAR.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 3 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 On recording 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. • 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.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB01TOC.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 4 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Table of Contents Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB01TOC.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 5 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Before Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Editing a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB03GET.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 6 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 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, channel, recording mode and thumbnail image (page 30). Title List TITLE LIST ORIGINAL 1 AAB Sort My Movies 1.5/4.7GB 13:00-14:00 Wed 5. 9 13:00 (1H00M) Date Title AAB SP 2 DEF 20:00-21:00 DEF Fri 17.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB03GET.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 7 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Watching one title while recording another – Simultaneous Rec and Play , If you are using a DVD-RW (VR mode), you can watch a previously recorded programme while recording another programme on the same disc (page 64). Recording I think I’ll watch yesterday’s golf match now, even though I am recording a movie.
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D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB03GET.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 11 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 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.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 12 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Recorder Follow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder. Notes • • • • Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. Refer to 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.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 13 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 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 19).
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 14 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 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 17).
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 15 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 A Connecting to a SCART input jack Connect your VCR to the LINE 3 jack on the recorder (page 26). Notes • 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 start playback. If necessary, press TV/DVD on the remote to return the input to the TV.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 16 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 • One Touch EPG You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the TV to the recorder’s channel, and display the Electronic Programme Guide screen with one touch of the (EPG) button on the remote. • EPG Title Download The recorder will automatically download and set the title of the programme being recorded from LINE 1 according to the title name displayed in the EPG of the connected TV or STB.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 17 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords (yellow) (red) A INPUT Audio/video cord (supplied) VIDEO (white) (white) L (yellow)* Hookups and Settings 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.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 18 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 A Connecting to audio L/R input 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/video 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.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 19 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Step 6: Preparing the Remote Connect the supplied mains lead to the AC IN terminal of the recorder. Then 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.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 20 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Controlling TVs with the remote 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. 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.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 21 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Controlling the volume of your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote Number buttons 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 +/– 0 1 2 3 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.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 22 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 3 Select “Options,” and press ENTER. Step 7: Easy Setup SETUP Settings Format DVD : VR Dimmer : Normal Video Auto Display : On Audio Command Mode : DVD3 DTV Settings Features Factory Setup Password Options Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the recorder.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 23 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on your TV screen. 5 4 EASY SETUP EASY SETUP Auto Tune Clock The clock was not set automatically. Set the time and date manually. Tue 14 Select “Start,” and press ENTER. The Auto Tune display appears showing a tuning progress bar and the number of channels found.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 24 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 10Press ENTER. 14Select the type of Dolby Digital signal you The Setup Display for selecting the type of video signal output from the LINE 1-TV jack appears. wish to send to your amplifier (receiver). EASY SETUP EASY SETUP Line1 Output 4/5 Audio Connection 5/5 Dolby Digital D-PCM Select the Line1 output signal.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 25 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Note To record TV programmes using the timer, you must set the clock accurately.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 26 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Connecting a VCR or Similar Device After disconnecting the recorder’s mains lead from the mains, connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. To record on this recorder, see “Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer” (page 57).
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 27 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Connecting to the LINE 2 IN or LINE 4 IN jacks Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 2 IN or LINE 4 IN jacks of this recorder. If the equipment has an S-video jack, you can use an S-video cord instead of an audio/video cord. VCR, etc.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB04BAS.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 28 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Connecting to a Satellite or Digital Tuner Connect a satellite or digital tuner to this recorder using the LINE 3 jack. Disconnect the recorder’s mains lead from the mains when connecting the tuner. To use the Synchro-Rec function, see below. TV to SCART input SCART cord (not supplied) Satellite tuner, etc.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05HOW.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 29 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 B EPG (page 38): Turns on the Electronic Programme Guide display that allows you to view a complete list of all available channels and to set a programme to be recorded. Guide to Displays Using the On-Screen Menus C TIMER LIST (page 51): +RW +R -RWVR -RWVideo VCD CD -R DVD Turns on the Timer List menu, which allows you to check, change, or cancel timer settings.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05HOW.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 30 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 TOOLS Using the Title List The TOOLS menu appears when you press TOOLS, and displays options applicable to the entire disc (e.g. disc protection), recorder (e.g. audio settings during recording), or multiple items on a list menu (e.g. erasing multiple titles). The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select the option by pressing M/m and ENTER.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05HOW.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 31 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Standard Title List (Example: DVD-RW in VR mode) TITLE LIST My Movies ORIGINAL 1.5/4.7GB New Generation Wed 15. 9 Date 2 American Soccer Fri Title 3 Opera Sat 25. 9 4 Passion for... Writing Sat 25. 9 5 Wheater Fri 15.10 6 To Be a Millionaire Tue 19.10 7 Regional News Tue 26.10 8 Passengers to Lisboa Thu 28.10 Number 17.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05HOW.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 32 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 z Hint After recording, the first scene of the recording (the title) is automatically set as the thumbnail picture. Notes • The Title List may not appear for discs created on other DVD recorders. • Letters that cannot be displayed are replaced with an “*.” • Title thumbnail pictures are displayed only on this recorder. • It may take a few seconds for the thumbnail pictures to be displayed.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05HOW.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 33 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Example: DVD-RW (VR mode) Labelling, protecting, or formatting a disc Disc Information Close DiscName Movie +RW Media DVD-RW Format Title no. Original 3 / Playlist 2 VR Protect Disc Protected Not Protected Finalize Date Erase All 15.9.2003 ~ 28.10.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05HOW.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 34 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Finalizing a disc (preparing a disc for playback on other equipment) +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R Finalizing is necessary when you play discs recorded with this recorder on other DVD equipment. When you finalize a DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R, a DVD menu will be automatically created, which can be displayed on other DVD equipment.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05HOW.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 35 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Checking the Play Information and Playing Time +RW -RWVR -RWVideo VCD CD +R -R DVD DATA CD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Angle3(5) 1 : English DolbyDigital 2/0 A Title number/name (Track number for CDs/VIDEO CDs without PBC, scene number for VIDEO CDs with PBC, track number/name for DATA CDs) B Available functions for DVD VIDEOs ( angle/ audio/ subtitle, etc.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05HOW.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 36 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 H Playing time (remaining time*1) *1 Displayed when you press TIME/TEXT repeatedly. *2 Displays Super VCDs as “SVCD”, DATA CDs as “CD.” *3 Does not appear with VCDs, or DATA CDs. z Hints • If “DTS” is set to “Off” in Audio Setup, the DTS track selection option will not appear on the screen even if the disc contains DTS tracks (page 85).
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05HOW.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 37 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 How to Enter Characters 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the remaining characters. Input row You can label a title, disc, or program by entering characters. You can enter up to 64 characters for a title or disc name, but the actual number of characters displayed in the menus such as the Title List will vary. When the display for entering characters appears, follow the steps below.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05DIG.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 38 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Example of EPG Display: Guide to Digital Services All Programmes 040 Note Digital Services availability depends on the broadcaster. Digital Services are not instantly available when the recorder is first turned on. Digital Services data are obtained when the recorder is in standby mode.
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D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05DIG.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 40 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 The chosen category is displayed in a title bar at the top of the EPG display and only programmes related to that category will be shown in the list. ◆ Some examples of category types are as follows: All Programmes: This gives a complete channel list. Favourie List 1: Displays the favourite channels you have stored in the Favourite list 1 folder (page 42).
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05DIG.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 41 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Viewing a digital text service 040 DDE NEWS 15 DDE News Thu 27 Oct 10:32 DDE News 10:30-11:00 11:00-12:00 News with reports from Britain an arround the world. ENTER RETURN Press the TV/RADIO button to switch between the TV and Radio channels 4 Press the
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05DIG.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 42 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 3 If you are instructed to press ‘OK’ or ‘Select’ when viewing the text pages, press the ENTER button. 4 When you have finished viewing the text service, follow the on screen instructions, or press the PROG +/- button to exit. Selecting digital text from other channels Digital text services may also be available on other digital channels.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05DIG.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 43 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 4 Select “Favourites,” and press ENTER The DTV Settings- Favourites List 1 display appears.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB05DIG.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 44 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Each favourite list is represented by a coloured button. 2 Press the TV/RADIO button to display either your favourite TV or favourite Radio channels at any time. The Radio mode is indicated by the presence of a Radio icon in the Favourites List panel. 3 4 Press the coloured button on the remote control that represents the desired list to be displayed.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 45 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Recording Recording mode Recording time (minute) Before Recording HQ (High quality) Before you start recording… SP (Standard mode) • This recorder can record on various discs. Select the disc type according to your needs (page 8). • Check that the disc has enough available space for the recording (page 32).
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 46 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Timer Recording (Standard/ EPG) +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R You can set the timer for a total of thirty programmes. There are two methods to set the timer: the standard method and the EPG method. • Standard: Set the date, time, and programme position of the programme manually. This method allows you to set the timer up to one month in advance.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 47 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 To stop recording during timer recording One Touch Timer Open the remote’s cover and press x REC STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording. If you use the SMARTLINK connection, you can easily display the timer programming menu. When the TV is turned on or in standby mode, insert a disc and press [TIMER].
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 48 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Recording TV programmes using the EPG application 4 Select a future programme you wish to record. Once highlighted, press the ENTER button. The sub menu appears with the description of the programme displayed in the information box. The EPG application is a feature that simplifies setting the timer. Just select the programme you wish to record in the EPG display.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 49 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 To stop recording during timer recording Open the remote’s cover and press x REC STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording. If the timer settings overlap See page 47.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 50 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 The Event Action menu appears. Select “Close” to return to the EPG screen. Event Action Select an action for this event. Timer Modify Hobbies and Interests Thu 27.10 11:00-12:00 NCE 1 To change or cancel the setting, repeat steps 2 and 3 above. Erase SP 1.1GB Check Overlap Today's Hint: How to make finger puppets. Cancel 3 Press the M/m buttons to select the options.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 51 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Checking/Changing/ Cancelling Timer Settings (Timer List) +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R You can check, change, or cancel timer settings using the Timer List menu. 3 Select the timer setting you want to check/ change/cancel, and press ENTER. The sub-menu appears. 4 Select one of the options, and press ENTER. “Modify”: Changes the timer setting.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 52 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 When the timer settings overlap The programme that starts first has priority and the second programme starts recording only after the first programme has finished. 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 A will be cut off Recording Without the Timer +RW -RWVR -RWVideo -R B ◆When the recordings start at the same time The programme that is set last has priority.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 53 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 To stop recording Press x REC STOP located beneath the remote control cover. Note that it may take a few seconds for recording to stop. Using the Quick Timer function You can set the recorder to record in 30-minute increments. To pause recording Press z REC repeatedly to set the duration. Press X REC PAUSE located beneath the remote control cover.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 54 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Adjusting the recording picture quality and size You can adjust the recording picture quality and picture size. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 TOOLS
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 55 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Checking the disc status while recording You can check the recording information such as recording time or disc type. Press DISPLAY twice during recording. Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec) +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R The recording information appears.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 56 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 5 6 Set the timer on the connected equipment to the time of the programme you want to record, and turn it off. Press SYNCHRO REC. The SYNCHRO REC indicator lights up on the front panel. The recorder is ready to start Synchro-Recording. The recorder automatically starts recording when it receives an input signal from the connected equipment.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB06REC.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 57 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 TOOLS M/m, ENTER X REC PAUSE x REC STOP REC MODE Press X REC PAUSE to set this recorder to record pause. 6 Insert the source tape into the connected equipment and set to playback pause.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB07PLA.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 58 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 3 For details about the Title List, see “Using the Title List” (page 30). Playback Playing +RW VCD Example: DVD-RW (VR mode) +R -RWVR -RWVideo CD Press TITLE LIST. -R DVD TITLE LIST DATA CD Number buttons, SET 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 4 0 1.5/4.7GB 13:00-14:00 Wed 15. 9 Date 2 DEF 20:00-21:00 Fri Title 3 AAB 9:00- 9:30 Sat 25. 9 4 GHI 20:00-20:30 Sat 25.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB07PLA.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 59 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 The point where you stopped playing is cleared when: – you open the disc tray. – you play another title. – you switch the Title List menu to Original or Playlist (DVD-RW in VR mode only). – you edit the title after stopping playback. – you change the settings on the recorder. – you turn off the recorder (VIDEO CD/CD/ DATA CD only). – you make a recording (except for DVD-RWs in VR mode).
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB07PLA.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 60 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Playback options Z 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 / m / M ./> H X SUR Buttons Operations Discs Z (open/close) Stops play and opens the disc tray. All discs (audio) Selects one of the audio tracks recorded on the disc when pressed repeatedly. DVD : Selects the language. : Selects the main or sub sound. VCD CD DATA CD : Selects stereo or monaural audio tracks.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB07PLA.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 61 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Buttons Operations Discs SUR (surround) Selects one of the TVS effects when pressed repeatedly. TVS* (TV Virtual Surround) lets you enjoy virtual surround sound effects created from the front left and right speakers. The selected setting is displayed in the front panel display for a few seconds. “TVS OFF”: No surround effect “TVS DYNAMIC”: Creates one set of virtual rear speakers.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB07PLA.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 62 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Notes • To enjoy the TVS function, set “Digital Output” to “On” and “Dolby Digital” to “D-PCM” in Audio Setup. • When the playback signal does not contain a signal for the rear speakers, the surround effects will be difficult to hear. • When you select one of the surround modes, turn off the surround settings of the connected TV or amplifier (receiver).
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D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB07PLA.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 64 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Chasing Playback/ Simultaneous Rec and Play -RWVR “Chasing playback” allows you to view the beginning of a programme while it is being recorded. “Simultaneous Rec and Play” allows you to view a previously recorded programme while recording another on the same disc.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB07PLA.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 65 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 3 Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track, etc. +RW VCD +R -RWVR -RWVideo CD -R DVD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 4 Press SET. The recorder starts playback from the selected number. Playback Number buttons, SET For example: Time Search To find a scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds, enter “21020.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB07PLA.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 66 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Playing MP3 Audio Tracks DATA CD You can play MP3 audio tracks on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs). Z 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 or Joliet format for the recorder to recognize the tracks. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. See the instructions supplied with the CD-R/CDRW drives and the recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB07PLA.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 67 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 z Hints • You can view the disc information while playing MP3 audio tracks (page 36). • If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front of the track names when you store the tracks in a disc, the tracks will be played in that order. • Since a disc with many trees takes longer to start playback, it is recommended that you create albums with no more than two trees.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB08EDIT.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 68 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 To edit original titles Editing Before Editing This recorder offers various edit options for various disc types. Before you edit, check the disc type in the front panel display, and select the option available for your disc (page 8). Edits made to the original titles are final. If you plan to retain an unaltered original recording, create and edit a Playlist (see below).
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB08EDIT.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 69 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 z Hint You can display the disc’s Playlist titles in the Title List (Playlist), or the original titles in the Title List (Original). To switch the two Title Lists, press TOOLS while a Title List is displayed, and select “Original” or “Playlist.” Notes • The Playlist title calls up data from the original titles for playback.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB08EDIT.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 70 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 “Protect”: Protects the title. Select “On” when the Protection display appears. “ ” appears next to the protected title. To cancel the protection, select “Off.” “Title Name”: Allows you to enter or re-enter a title name (page 37). “Set Thumbnail”: Changes the title’s thumbnail picture that appears in the Title List (page 30). “A-B Erase”: Erases a section of the title (see below).
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB08EDIT.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 71 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 3 Select a title, and press ENTER. 2 A check mark appears in the check box next to the selected title. To clear the check mark, press ENTER again. To clear all of check marks, select “Reset All.” Press TOOLS and select “Disc Map,” and press ENTER. The Disc Map appears. To check the open space, select the space by pressing
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB08EDIT.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 72 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Creating chapters manually -RWVR You can manually insert a chapter mark at any point you like during playback or recording. Press CHAPTER MARK at the point where you want to divide the title into chapters. Each time you press the button, “Marking...” appears on the screen and the scenes to the left and right of the mark become separate chapters.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB08EDIT.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 73 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 4 Repeat step 3 to add more titles. To go to the next page of titles, press m. To clear all of the check marks, select “Reset All.” 5 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. The list of selected titles appears. To add another title, select “Add Title.” Create Playlist - Selected Titles Select a title to start capturing. Scene List 1 AAB 13:00-14:00 15. 9 0 2 DEF 20:00-21:00 17.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB08EDIT.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 74 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 To play the Playlist title Press TOOLS while the Title List menu is turned on. Then, select “Playlist” and press ENTER. When the Title List (Playlist) menu appears, select a title and press H. z Hint When a Playlist title is created, the IN and OUT points will become chapter marks, and each scene will become a chapter.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB08EDIT.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 75 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Combining multiple Playlist titles (Combine) -RWVR 1 Press TITLE LIST to turn on the Title List (Playlist) menu. If the Title List (Original) menu appears, press TOOLS and select “Playlist.” 2 Press TOOLS to select “Combine,” and press ENTER. The display for selecting titles appears. 3 Select a title, and press ENTER.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 76 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 SETUP Settings and Adjustments Settings DTV Settings Clock Language Video Using the Setup Displays Audio Features Password By using the Setup Displays, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound, as well as select a language for the subtitles or Digital TV features settings. The Setup Displays are used in the following way.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 77 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Aerial Reception and Language Settings (Settings) The Settings Setup helps you to make clock and language settings for the recorder. Select “Settings” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Displays” (page 76). SETUP Settings DTV Settings 5 6 Press ENTER to start the clock. Press the O button to come back to the Clock menu.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 78 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 • If you have not yet registered a password, the display for registering a new password appears. Digital TV settings (DTV Settings) DTV Settings - Parental Lock Enter a new password. The DTV Settings Setup enables you to take full advantage of Digital TV Broadcasting services such as favourites channels setting or to prevent children’s viewing unsuitable channels and programmes.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 79 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Tuning Lock Channels Programme Service 001 DDE News 002 AAC 003 NCE 5 004 Channel J Digital Teletext 005 Page Up Page Down Show Locked If you do not wish to lock one of the five channels in the display, press the RED or GREEN button to view the previous or next five channels available.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 80 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 When Auto Tune has ended, a completion display appears indicating the number of TV and Radio channels that have been found and stored. 3 Auto Tune Press the ,/M/m button to highlight either ‘Search Up’ or ‘Search Down’ then press the ENTER button to begin searching up or searching down. The Service searching process starts.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 81 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Programme Sort This option allows you to change the channel order in the on-screen programme list. 1 Technical Information Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Digital TV settings (DTV Settings)” on page 78, then select “Technical Information,” and press ENTER. Once the DTV Settings - Tuning menu displayed, select “Programme Sort,” and press ENTER.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 82 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Digital Software Upgrade Periodically Sony will issue upgrades for the software that was initially installed in your recorder. These upgrades will automatically be received and enabled. If desired, you can disable this option as follows: 1 Select “Digital Software Upgrade,” in the DTV Settings - Technical Information display and press ENTER.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 83 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Screen Saver 16:9 4:3 Letter Box The screen saver image appears when you do not use the recorder for more than 10 minutes while an on-screen display, such as the System Menu, is displayed on your TV screen. The screen saver image helps prevent your display device from becoming damaged (ghosting). On Turns on the screen saver function. Off Turns off the function.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 84 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 ◆Line3 Output Selects a method of outputting video signals for the LINE 3 jack. Video Outputs video signals. S Video Outputs S-video signals. Line4 Input Selects a method of inputting video signals for the LINE 4 IN jack on the rear panel of the recorder. Video Inputs video signals. S Video Inputs S-video signals.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 85 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (DVDs only) Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to “Audio DRC.” This affects the output from the following jacks: – LINE 2 OUT AUDIO L/R jacks – LINE 1-TV jack – LINE 3 jack – DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack only when “Dolby Digital” is set to “D-PCM” (page 85).
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 86 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 • MPEG (DVD VIDEO only) Selects the type of MPEG audio signal. PCM MPEG Select this when the recorder is connected to an audio component without a built-in MPEG decoder. If you play MPEG audio sound tracks, the recorder outputs stereo signals via the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack. Select this when the recorder is connected to an audio component with a built-in MPEG decoder.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 87 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Notes 4 Select a geographic area as the playback limitation level, and press ENTER. The area is selected. • When you select “Others,” press the number buttons to select and enter an area code in the table (see below). Then select “OK” and press ENTER. 5 Select “Level,” and press ENTER. The selection items for “Level” are displayed.
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D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 89 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Parental Control (Password) This Password Setup allow you to set or to modify the password that gives access to Parental Control settings. Disc and Remote Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options) The Options Setup allows you to set up other operational settings. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. 1 2 3 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB10ADJ.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 90 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Auto Display On Automatically displays information on the screen when the recorder is turned on, etc. Off Displays information only when DISPLAY is pressed. Command Mode Changes the Command Mode of the recorder if other DVD equipment is assigned the same Command Mode. Be sure to match the Command Mode switch on the remote to the setting made here.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 91 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the recorder, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, contact the Sony Customer Information Centre on 08705 111 999 (Monday-Friday from 8:30am to 6:00pm) Power quality.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 92 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 The playback picture or TV programme from the equipment connected through the recorder is distorted. , If the playback picture output from a DVD player, VCR, or tuner goes through your recorder before reaching your TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some programmes could affect picture quality. Disconnect the playback equipment in question and connect it directly to your TV.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 93 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Playback stops automatically. , If the disc has an auto pause signal, the recorder stops playback at the auto pause signal. Recording/Timer recording/Editing The programme position cannot be changed from the channel you are recording. Some functions such as Stop, Search, or Slowmotion Play cannot be performed. , Set the TV’s input source to “TV.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 94 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Contents previously recorded were erased. , Data that has been recorded on a DVD with a PC will be erased from the disc when the disc is inserted. Recording from the equipment with a timer Nothing was recorded even though you set the Synchro-Rec setting correctly. , You forgot to turn off the connected equipment.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 95 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 “RECOVERY” appears in the front panel display. , The recorder’s recovery function was activated when the recorder was turned on because the power was turned off or failed during recording. Leave the recorder on until “RECOVERY” disappears from the front panel display. “FAN ERROR” appears in the front panel display. , Check that the vent on the rear of the recorder is not blocked.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 96 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Notes About This Recorder • After playing, store the disc in its case. • Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre out. On operation • If the recorder is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the recorder. Should this occur, the recorder may not operate properly.
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D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 98 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses. Front panel Buttons on the recorder have the same function as the buttons on the remote if they have the same or similar names.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 99 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Remote Buttons on the remote have the same function as the buttons on the recorder if they have the same or similar names. Buttons with an orange dot next to them can be used with your TV when the TV/ DVD switch is set to TV. A TV/DVD switch (20) B Z (open/close) button (46, 60) C Number buttons (37, 65)* SET button (37) The number 5 button has a tactile dot.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 100 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Z (instant replay)/ buttons (60) (instant advance) ea INPUT SELECT button (57) wj MENU button (58) wk m / e; CHAPTER MARK/ERASE buttons (72) M (search) buttons (60) es DISPLAY button (35) TIME/TEXT button (35) ed COMMAND MODE switch (DVD 1,2,3) (21) wl H (play) button* (58) The button has a tactile dot.
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D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 102 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Glossary Chapter (page 65) Sections of a picture or a music feature that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Depending on the disc, no chapters may be recorded. DVD+RW (page 8) A DVD+RW (read “plus RW”) is a recordable and rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO format.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 103 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 EPG (page 38) The Electronic Program Guide is a guide showing programmes which can be displayed on a conventional television (via the Digital Terrestrial Television tuner included in this recorder) as the now and next programmes or the television schedule for a day or more at a time.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=left 01GB01.book Page 104 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Language Code List For details, see page 77. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB11ADD.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 105 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Digital TV Channel List Only the main transmitters are listed. For further details or updates refer to the web site http://www.bbc.co.
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D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB01IX.fm master page=right 01GB01.book Page 107 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 Index Words in quotations appear in the on-screen displays.
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D:\DVD manual\Final\218839311_FM\01GB12BCO. 01GB01.book Page fm 110 Mardi, 7. septembre 2004 9:41 09 master page=left Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
