Sony RDR-VX555 Operating Instructions Manual page 97

Black Level
Selects the black level (setup level) for the video
signals output from the LINE OUT jacks
(page 15).
This setting is not effective when the recorder
outputs progressive signals.
On
Raises the standard black level.
Select this when the picture
appears too dark.
Off Sets the black level of the output
signal to the standard level.
Picture Control
Selects the picture control for the video signals
output from the LINE OUT jacks (page 15).
You can adjust the video signal of DVD or
VIDEO CD (with PBC function off) from the
recorder to obtain the picture quality you want.
Select the setting that best suits the program you
are watching.
Dynamic 1 Produces a bold dynamic picture
by increasing the picture contrast
and the color intensity.
Dynamic 2 Produces a more dynamic picture
than "Dynamic 1" by further
increasing the picture contrast
and the color intensity.
Standard Displays a standard picture
(function turned off).
Cinema 1 White colors become brighter
and black colors become richer,
and the color contrast is
increased.
Cinema 2 Enhances details in dark areas by
increasing the black level.
Personal Adjusts "Contrast," "Brightness,"
"Color," and "Hue" using M/m/
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When you watch a movie, "Cinema 1" or "Cinema 2" is
recommended.
Progressive
If your TV accepts progressive (480p) format
signals, you will enjoy accurate color reproduction
and high quality image.
Connect your TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks (page 17).
On
Sets the recorder to output
progressive signals.
Off
Outputs video signals in interlace
format.
Notes
• If you select progressive signals when you connect the
recorder to a TV that cannot accept the signal in
progressive format, the image quality will deteriorate.
In this case, set "Progressive" to "Off." Or, press DVD
in stop mode to operate the DVD recorder, and then
hold down X PAUSE on the recorder for five seconds
or more.
• When you connect your TV using an HDMI cable, the
"Progressive" setting is set to "On."
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