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2-679-362-11(1)

DVD Recorder

Operating Instructions
RDR-GX220
© 2006 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Dvd Recorder

    2-679-362-11(1) DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-GX220 © 2006 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Warning

    WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at a qualified service shop.
  • Page 3 On recording Make trial recordings before making the actual recording. On compensation for lost recordings Sony is not liable and will not compensate for any lost recordings or relevant losses, including when recordings are not made due to reasons including recorder failure, or...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Controlling TVs with the remote ....... 16 If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder.
  • Page 5 Timer Recording ........35 Before Recording ..........35 Recording mode .
  • Page 6 Settings and Adjustments ......68 Aerial Reception and Language Settings (Basic) ..... 68 Channel Setting.

  • Page 7: Quick Guide To Disc Types

    Quick Guide to Disc Types Recordable and playable discs Type Disc Logo DVD+RW mode DVD- Video mode DVD+R DVD+R DL mode DVD-R Video mode Icon used in Formatting this manual (new discs) Automatically formatted in +VR mode (DVD+RW VIDEO) Format in VR mode - RW (page 23)
  • Page 8 Usable disc versions (as of March 2006) • 8x-speed or slower DVD+RWs • 6x-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.2 with CPRM • 16x-speed or slower DVD+Rs • 16x-speed or slower DVD-Rs (Ver.2.0, Ver.2.1 with CPRM • 8x-speed or slower DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs “DVD+RW,”...

  • Page 9: Playable Discs

    Playable discs Type Disc Logo DVD VIDEO VIDEO CD DATA DVD — DATA CD — 8 cm DVD+RW/ — DVD-RW/DVD-R “DVD VIDEO” and “CD” are trademarks. DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.
  • Page 10 Maximum recordable number of titles Disc DVD-RW/DVD-R DVD+RW/DVD+R DVD+R DL * The maximum length for one title is eight hours. Note on playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/VIDEO CDs Some playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/ VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers.

  • Page 11: Hookups And Settings

    Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Recorder Follow steps 1 through 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder. Do not connect the AC power cord (mains lead) until you reach “Step 4: Connecting the AC Power Cord (Mains Lead)”...

  • Page 12: Step 2: Connecting The Video Cords

    Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords Select one of the following patterns, A through C, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to view pictures. INPUT VIDEO AUDIO TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT COMPONENT...
  • Page 13 When playing “wide screen” images Some recorded images may not fit your TV screen. To change the picture size, see page 73. If you are connecting to a VCR Connect your VCR to the LINE IN jack on the recorder (page 20). Note Do not connect more than one type of video cord between the recorder and your TV at the same time.

  • Page 14: Step 3: Connecting The Audio Cords

    Step 3: 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. [Speakers] Rear (L) Front (L) Centre : Signal flow...

  • Page 15: Step 4: Connecting The Ac Power Cord (Mains Lead)

    Notes • Do not connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the LINE IN (R-AUDIO-L) jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to come from your TV’s speakers. • With connection B, do not connect the LINE IN (R-AUDIO-L) and LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks to your TV’s audio output jacks at the same time.

  • Page 16: Step 5: Preparing The Remote

    Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 17). • Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion.

  • Page 17: Recorder

    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 after you have completed “Step 6: Easy Setup.”...

  • Page 18: Changing Programme Positions Of The Recorder Using The Remote

    Select “Others,” and press ENTER. Select “Command Mode,” and press ENTER. Select a Command Mode (DVD1, DVD2, or DVD3), and press ENTER. Set the Command Mode for the remote so it matches the Command Mode for the recorder you set above. Follow the steps below to set the Command Mode on the remote.

  • Page 19: Step 6: Easy Setup

    Step 6: Easy Setup Make the basic adjustments by following the on-screen instructions in “Easy Setup.” O RETURN Turn on the recorder and your TV. Then switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on your TV screen.

  • Page 20: Connecting A Vcr Or Similar Device

    Connecting a VCR or Similar Device After disconnecting the recorder’s AC power cord (mains lead) from the mains, connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. Use the DV IN jack on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK jack) (page 63).

  • Page 21: Connecting To The Line 2 In Jacks On The Front Panel

    Notes • Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying cannot be recorded. • If you pass the recorder signals through a VCR, you may not receive a clear image on your TV screen. DVD recorder Be sure to connect your VCR to the DVD recorder and to your TV in the order shown below. To watch video tapes, watch the tapes through a second line input on your TV.

  • Page 22: Connecting To A Satellite Or Digital Tuner

    Connecting to a Satellite or Digital Tuner Connect a satellite or digital tuner to this recorder using the LINE 1 IN jacks. Disconnect the recorder’s AC power cord (mains lead) from the mains when connecting the tuner. To use the Synchro-Rec function, see below. : Signal flow If you want to use the Synchro Rec function...

  • Page 23: Eight Basic Operations - Getting To Know Your Dvd Recorder

    Eight Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder 1. Inserting a Disc - RW - RW Video Video DATA CD Z (open/ close) Press Z (open/close), and place a disc on the disc tray. Recording/playing side facing down Press Z (open/close) to close the disc tray.

  • Page 24: Checking The Disc Status While Recording

    Press z REC. Recording starts. Recording stops automatically after 8 hours of continuous recording or when the DVD is full. To stop recording Press x REC STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for recorder to stop recording. To watch another TV programme while recording Set your TV to the TV input using the TV t...

  • Page 25: Playing The Recorded Programme (Title List)

    3. Playing the Recorded Programme (Title List) - RW - RW Video Video To play a recorded title, select the title from the Title List. TITLE LIST Insert a DVD. See “1. Inserting a Disc” on page 23. Playback starts automatically depending on the disc.
  • Page 26 Select a title, and press ENTER. The sub-menu appears. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending upon the model, situation, and disc type. Select “Play,” and press ENTER. Playback starts from the selected title. To stop playback Press x (stop).

  • Page 27: Displaying The Playing/Remaining Time And Play Information

    4. Displaying the Playing/Remaining Time and Play Information - RW - RW Video Video DATA CD You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, track, or disc. Also, you can check the disc name recorded on the DVD/CD. DISPLAY TIME/TEXT Press DISPLAY.

  • Page 28: Checking The Playing/Remaining Time

    z Hints • If “DTS” of “Audio Connection” is set to “Off” in the “Audio” setup, the DTS track selection option will not appear on the screen even if the disc contains DTS tracks (page 75). • When “Auto Display” is set to “On” (default) in the “Video”...

  • Page 29: Checking The Remaining Disc Space

    Checking the remaining disc space You can check the remaining disc space using the “Disc Information” display. Insert a disc. See “1. Inserting a Disc” on page 23. Press OPTIONS to select “Disc Information,” and press ENTER. The “Disc Information” display appears. Available settings differ depending on the disc type.
  • Page 30 Press </M/m/, to select the character you want to enter, and press ENTER. The selected character appears at the top of the display. Example: Input Title Name The type of characters will change according to the language you select in “Easy Setup.”...

  • Page 31: Labelling And Protecting A Disc

    6. Labelling and Protecting a Disc You can execute options effective for the entire disc using the “Disc Information” display. Labelling a disc - RW - RW Video Video Insert a disc. See “1. Inserting a Disc” on page 23. Press OPTIONS to select “Disc Information,”...

  • Page 32: Playing The Disc On Other Dvd Equipment (Finalise)

    7. Playing the Disc on Other DVD Equipment (Finalise) - RW - RW Video Video Finalising is necessary when you play discs recorded with this recorder on other DVD equipment. When you finalise a DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R (Video mode), a DVD menu will be automatically created, which can be displayed on other DVD equipment.

  • Page 33: Finalising The Disc Using "Disc Information" Display

    Finalising the disc using “Disc Information” display Insert a disc. See “1. Inserting a Disc” on page 23. Press OPTIONS to select “Disc Information,” and press ENTER. The “Disc Information” display appears. Select “Finalise,” and press ENTER. The display shows the approximate time required for finalising and asks for confirmation.

  • Page 34: Reformatting A Disc

    8. Reformatting a disc - RW - RW Video New discs are automatically formatted when inserted. If necessary, you can manually re- format a DVD+RW or DVD-RW disc to make a blank disc. For DVD-RWs, you can select a recording format (VR mode or Video mode) according to your needs (page 56).

  • Page 35: Timer Recording

    Timer Recording Before Recording Before you start recording… • Check that the disc has enough available space for the recording (page 29). For DVD+RWs and DVD-RWs, you can free up disc space by erasing titles (page 56). • Adjust the recording picture quality and picture size if necessary (page 40).

  • Page 36: Recording Stereo And Bilingual Programmes

    Recording stereo and bilingual programmes The recorder automatically receives and records stereo and bilingual programmes based on the ZWEITON system or the NICAM system. A DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode) can record both main and sub sounds. You can switch between main and sub when playing the disc.

  • Page 37: Timer Recording (Standard/G-Code)

    Timer Recording (Standard/G-Code) - RW - RW Video Video You can set the timer for a total of 40 programmes, up to 30 days in advance. There are two methods to set the timer: the standard method and G-Code method. •...
  • Page 38 To stop recording during timer recording Press x REC STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording. Rec Mode Adjust If there is not enough available disc space for the recording, the recorder automatically adjusts the recording mode to enable the entire programme to be recorded.

  • Page 39: Recording Tv Programmes Using The G-Code System

    Recording TV programmes using the G-Code system The G-Code system is a feature that simplifies setting the timer. Just enter the G- Code programming number listed in the TV programme guide. The date, time, and programme position of that programme are set automatically.

  • Page 40: Using The Quick Timer Function

    Using the Quick Timer function You can set the recorder to record in 30 minute increments. Press z REC repeatedly to set the duration. Each press advances the time in 30 minute increments. The maximum duration is six hours. (normal recording) The time counter decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the recorder stops recording (the power does not turn off).

  • Page 41: Creating Chapters In A Title

    “Rec NR” (noise reduction): Reduces noise contained in the video signal. “Rec Video Equalizer”: Adjusts the picture in greater detail. Press M/m to select the item you want to adjust, then press ENTER. • Contrast: Changes the contrast. • Brightness: Changes the overall brightness.
  • Page 42 When all of the timer settings do not fit on the list, the scroll bar appears. To view the hidden timer settings, press M/m. Select the timer setting you want to check/change/cancel, and press ENTER. The sub-menu appears. Select one of the options, and press ENTER.

  • Page 43: Recording From Connected Equipment

    Recording From Connected Equipment - RW - RW Video Video z REC x REC STOP Recording from connected equipment with a timer (Synchro Rec) You can set the recorder to automatically record programmes from connected equipment that has a timer function (such as a satellite tuner).

  • Page 44: Recording From Connected Equipment Without A Timer

    Notes • The recorder starts recording only after detecting a video signal from the connected equipment. The beginning of the programme may not be recorded regardless of whether or not the recorder’s power is on or off. • During Synchro-Recording, other operations, such as normal recording, cannot be performed.
  • Page 45 If you connect a digital video camera with a DV IN jack See “DV Dubbing” on page 63 for an explanation of how to record from the DV IN jack. z Hint You can adjust the settings for the recording picture before recording.

  • Page 46: Playback

    Playback Playing - RW - RW Video Video DATA CD Number buttons AUDIO TOP MENU MENU TITLE LIST Insert a disc. • See “1. Inserting a Disc” on page 23. • If you insert a DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD, CD, DATA DVD, or DATA CD, press H.
  • Page 47 To resume playback from the point where you stopped (Resume Play) When you press H again after you stop playback, the recorder resumes playback from the point where you pressed x. To start from the beginning, press OPTIONS to select “Play Beginning,” and press ENTER.

  • Page 48: Playback Options

    Playback options To check the position of the buttons below, see the illustration on page 46. For MP3, JPEG, or DivX operations, see “Playing MP3 Audio Tracks, JPEG Image Files, or ® DivX Video Files” on page 52. Buttons AUDIO - RW SUBTITLE (instant replay/...

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Picture Quality

    Notes on playing DTS sound tracks on a • When playing DTS-encoded CDs, excessive noise will be heard from the LINE OUT (R- AUDIO-L) jacks. To avoid possible damage to the audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions when the LINE OUT (R- AUDIO-L) jacks of the recorder are connected to an amplification system.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Delay Between The Picture And Sound (Av Sync)

    Adjusting the delay between the picture and sound (AV SYNC) - RW - RW Video Video Press OPTIONS during playback to select “Audio Settings,” and press ENTER. Select “AV SYNC,” and press ENTER. “AV SYNC”: When the video is delayed, this function delays the audio for synchronization with the video (0 to 120 milliseconds).

  • Page 51: Searching For A Title/Chapter/Track, Etc

    Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track, etc. - RW - RW Video Video DATA CD You can search a disc by title, chapter, scene or track. As titles and tracks are assigned individual numbers, select the title or track by entering its number. You can also search for a scene using the time code.

  • Page 52: Playing Mp3 Audio Tracks, Jpeg Image Files, Or Divx ® Video Files

    Playing MP3 Audio Tracks, JPEG Image Files, or DivX Files DATA DVD DATA CD You can play MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, and DivX video files on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) or JPEG image files and DivX video files on DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/ DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs).

  • Page 53: About Mp3 Audio Tracks, Jpeg Image Files, And Divx Video Files

    To rotate a picture Press OPTIONS while the JPEG image is displayed to select “Rotate Right” or “Rotate Left,” and press ENTER. z Hints • Press AUDIO to switch between stereo or monaural audio tracks when playing MP3 audio tracks. •...

  • Page 54: Can Play

    MP3 audio tracks, JPEG image files, or DivX video files that the recorder can play The recorder can play the following tracks and files: – MP3 audio tracks with the extension “.mp3.” – JPEG image files with the extension “.jpeg” or “.jpg.”...
  • Page 55 Notes • Depending on the software you use to create the DATA DVD/DATA CD, the playback order may differ from the above illustration. • No more than a total of 999 individual folders can be played. (Folders that do not contain JPEG/ MP3/DivX files are counted as well.) •...

  • Page 56: Erasing And Editing

    Erasing and Editing Before Editing This recorder offers various edit options for various disc types. Notes • You may lose the edited contents if you remove the disc or a timer recording starts while editing. • DVD discs created by DVD video cameras cannot be edited on this recorder.

  • Page 57: Erasing And Editing A Title

    Erasing and Editing a Title - RW - RW Video Video This section explains the basic edit functions. Note that editing is irreversible. To edit DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs (VR mode) without changing the original recordings, create a Playlist title (page 59). CHAPTER MARK O RETURN Press TITLE LIST.

  • Page 58: Erasing A Section Of A Title (A-B Erase)

    When you finish selecting titles, select “OK,” and press ENTER. The list of the titles to be erased appears for confirmation. • To change the selection, select “Change,” and repeat from step 3. Select “OK” and press ENTER. The titles are erased. To erase all titles on the disc You can reformat a DVD+RW or DVD-RW to make the disc blank.

  • Page 59: Creating And Editing A Playlist

    To erase chapter marks You can combine two chapters by erasing the chapter mark during playback. Press ./> to search for a chapter number, and while displaying the chapter containing the chapter mark you want to erase, press CHAPTER MARK ERASE. The current chapter combines with the previous chapter.
  • Page 60 Select “Select,” and press ENTER. Select the title you want to include in the Playlist title, and press ENTER. The display for setting the start point (IN) appears. The title starts to play. • To return to the beginning of the title, press X and then press ..

  • Page 61: Moving A Playlist Title (Change Order)

    To add the entire title to the Playlist title as one scene (Make a Playlist) Press TITLE LIST. If the Title List (Playlist) appears, press ,. Select the title and press ENTER. The sub-menu appears. Select “Make a Playlist,” and press ENTER.

  • Page 62: Dividing A Playlist Title (Divide)

    Note When the number of chapters in the title to be combined exceeds the limit, the chapters at the end are combined into a single chapter. Dividing a Playlist title (Divide) - RW You can divide a Playlist title. Press TITLE LIST. If the Title List (Original) appears, press <...

  • Page 63: Dv Dubbing

    DV Dubbing Before DV Dubbing This section explains dubbing with a digital video camera via the DV IN jack on the front panel. If you want to dub by way of the LINE IN jacks, see “Recording from connected equipment without a timer” on page 44. The DV IN jack on this recorder conforms to the i.LINK standard.
  • Page 64 Press INPUT SELECT on the remote repeatedly to select “DV.” The front panel display changes as follows: programme position Press REC MODE on the remote repeatedly to select the recording mode. The recording mode changes as follows: For details about the recording mode, see page 35.

  • Page 65: Recording An Entire Dv Format Tape (One Touch Dubbing)

    Recording an Entire DV Format Tape (One Touch Dubbing) - RW - RW Video Video You can record the entire contents of a DV/ Digital8 format tape onto a disc with a single press of the ONE-TOUCH DUB button on the recorder.
  • Page 66 Select “DV EDIT,” and press ENTER. The display asks if you want to start selecting scenes. • If you have previously saved a program, the display asks if you want to edit an existing program or to create a new program. To resume editing the existing program, select “Saved Data,”...
  • Page 67 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. The title name is fixed, and the display asks if you want to start recording. To change the dubbing mode, select “Dub Mode” and press M/m. Data capacity required for the dubbing. This is displayed in red when the size exceeds the available space on the dubbing target media.

  • Page 68: Settings And Adjustments

    Settings and Adjustments Aerial Reception and Language Settings (Basic) The “Basic” setup helps you to make tuner, clock, and programme position settings for the recorder. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER. Select “Basic,”...
  • Page 69 Channel Press M/m repeatedly until the programme position you want is displayed. The programme positions are scanned in the order shown in the table below. • If you know the number of the programme position you want, press the number buttons.
  • Page 70 Channel Set number Channel C31, C32 C38, C39 C45, C46 Channel Set number Channel AS5A C52, C53 AS9A AS10 AS11 AS12 C59, C60 AS28 AS29 AS30 AS31 AS32 AS33 S1 – S20 AS34 • New Zealand AS35 Channel Set number Channel AS36 AS37 AS38...

  • Page 71: Channel Sort

    Channel Sort After the programme positions have been set, you can change the order of each programme position in the display list. Select “Channel Sort” in “Basic,” and press ENTER. Press M/m to select the row containing the programme position you want to move, and press ENTER.

  • Page 72: Clock

    Select the TV guide page number you want to modify, and press ENTER. Press the number buttons or </M/m/, to enter the TV guide page number, and press ENTER to confirm the setting. • If you make a mistake, re-enter the correct number.

  • Page 73: Video Settings (Video)

    Video Settings (Video) Video settings will adjust items related to the image, such as size and colour. Choose the settings according to the type of TV, tuner, or decoder connected to the DVD recorder. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “SETUP,”...
  • Page 74 Progressive Mode DVD software can be divided into two types: film based software and video based software. Video based software is derived from TV and displays images at 25 frames/50 fields (30 frames/60 fields) per second. Film based software is derived from film and displays images at 24 frames per second.

  • Page 75: Audio Settings (Audio)

    Audio Settings (Audio) The “Audio” setup allows you to adjust the sound according to the playback and connection conditions. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER. Select “Audio,” and press ENTER. The “Audio” setup appears with the following options.
  • Page 76 • MPEG (DVD VIDEOs only) Selects the type of MPEG audio signal. 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.

  • Page 77: Recording Settings (Recording)

    Recording Settings (Recording) The “Recording” setup allows you to adjust recording settings. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER. Select “Recording,” and press ENTER. The “Recording” setup appears with the following options. The default settings are underlined.

  • Page 78: Disc Settings (Dvd)

    Disc Settings (DVD) The “DVD” setup allows you to adjust parental control, language and other DVD related settings. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER. Select “DVD,” and press ENTER. The “DVD” setup appears with the following options.
  • Page 79 Select “Level,” and press ENTER. The selection items for “Level” are displayed. The lower the value, the stricter the limitation. Discs rated higher than the selected level will be restricted. Select the level, and press ENTER. The Parental Control setting is complete. To cancel the Parental Control setting for the disc, set “Level”...

  • Page 80: Remote Control Settings/Factory Settings (Others)

    Changes the Command Mode of the recorder if other DVD equipment is assigned the same Command Mode. For details, see “If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder” on page 17. Registration Code Displays the registration code of DivX video files for this recorder.

  • Page 81: Easy Setup (Resetting The Recorder)

    Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder) Select this to run the “Easy Setup” programme. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER. Select “Easy Setup,” and press ENTER. Select “Start.” Follow the instructions for “Easy Setup”...

  • Page 82: Additional Information

    Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power does not turn on. , Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.
  • Page 83 The picture from equipment connected to the recorder’s input jack does not appear on the screen. , If the equipment is connected to the LINE 1 IN jack, select “L1” in the front panel display by pressing PROG +/– or INPUT SELECT.
  • Page 84 Playback The recorder does not play any type of disc. , The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the labelled side facing up. , The disc is not correctly inserted. , Moisture has condensed inside the recorder. In this case, if the recorder is on, leave it on (if it is off, leave it off) for about an hour until the moisture evaporates.
  • Page 85 Recording/Timer recording/ Editing The programme position cannot be changed from the programme position you are recording. , Set the TV’s input source to “TV.” Recording does not start immediately after you press z REC. , Operate the recorder only after “LOAD,” “FORMAT,”...

  • Page 86: Remote Control

    “LOCKED” appears in the front panel display. , The disc tray is locked. Cancel the Child Lock (page 47). The disc tray does not open and “TRAY LOCKED” appears in the front panel display. , Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

  • Page 87: Self-Diagnosis Function (When Letters/Numbers Appear In The Display)

    E XX To prevent a malfunction, the (xx is a number) recorder has performed the self-diagnosis function. , Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the five- character service number. Example: E 61 10...

  • Page 88: Notes About This Recorder

    Notes About This Recorder 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.

  • Page 89: Specifications

    Specifications System Laser: Semiconductor laser Channel coverage: PAL/SECAM* (B/G, D/K, I) VHF: E2 to E12, R1 to R12, Italian A to H, Ireland A to J, South Africa 4 to UHF: E21 to E69, R21 to R69, B21 to CATV: S01 to S05, S1 to S20 HYPER: S21 to S41 * not available on Oceanian models The above channel coverage merely ensures...

  • Page 90: About I.link

    About the name “i.LINK” i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

  • Page 91: Guide To Parts And Controls

    Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses. Remote A Z (open/close) button (23) B [/1 (on/standby) button (19) C Number buttons (39, 51) The number 5 button has a tactile dot D PROG (programme) +/– buttons (23) The + button has a tactile dot E AUDIO button (48) The AUDIO button has a tactile dot...

  • Page 92: Front Panel

    Front panel A [/1 (on/standby) button (19) B Disc tray (23) C Front panel display (28, 93) D TIMER REC indicator (37) SYNCHRO REC indicator (43) E A (open/close) button (23) F H (play) button (46) G x (stop) button (46) (remote sensor) (16) I z REC button (23) J x REC STOP button (23)

  • Page 93: Front Panel Display

    Front panel display NICAM A Playing/recording status B Displays the following (28): • Playing time/remaining time • Current title/chapter/track/index number • Recording time/recording mode • Clock • Programme position * Displays DATA CDs as “CD.” z Hint You can turn off the front panel display when the recorder is turned off by setting “Dimmer” to “Save Power”...

  • Page 94: Language Code List

    Language Code List For details, see page 79. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language 1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1053 Bashkir 1057 Byelorussian 1059 Bulgarian 1060 Bihari 1061 Bislama...

  • Page 95: Index

    Index Words in quotations appear in the on-screen displays. Numerics 16:9 19 4:3 Letter Box 19 4:3 Pan Scan 19 “48kHz/96kHz PCM” 76 “A-B Erase” 58 AC power cord (mains lead) 15 Adjusting playback picture 49 playback sound 50 recording picture 40 Aerial 11 “AFT”...
  • Page 96 “Factory Setup” 80 “File Search” 51 “Finalise” 33 “Finalise Disc” 79 Finalising 32 “FNR” 49 “Format” 34 “Format DVD-RW” 79 Formatting 34 Freeze Frame 48 Front panel 92 Front panel display 28 GB 34 G-Code 39 Handling discs 88 “Hue” 49 i.LINK 90 INPUT SELECT 44 JPEG image files 52...
  • Page 97 Recording 35 picture adjustment 40 recording format 7 recording mode 24 recording time 24 while watching another programme 24 Recording time 35 Region code 10 “Registration Code” 80 Remaining time 27 Remote 16 Resetting the recorder 81 Resume Play 47 S VIDEO 12 Satellite receiver 22 Scene List 60...
  • Page 100 Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

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