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

Table of Contents

WARNING. 2 Precautions. 3 Guide to Parts and Controls. 10

Hookups and Settings

Hooking Up the Recorder. 15 Step 1: Connecting the Aerial Cable. 16 Step 2: Connecting the TV and Audio Component. 17 Connecting a SCART cable. 17 Connecting an HDMI cable. 17 Connecting other cables. 18 About the Control for HDMI functions for BRAVIA Sync (for HDMI connections only). 20 Step 3: Inserting a Conditional Access Module (CAM) (RDR-DC105/DC205/DC305/DC505 only). 20 Step 4: Connecting the Mains Lead. 21 Step 5: Preparing the Remote. 21 Controlling TVs with the remote. 22 Changing programme positions of the recorder using the remote. 23 Step 6: Easy Setup. 23 Connecting a VCR or Similar Device. 25 Connecting to the LINE 1/DECODER jack. 25 Connecting to the LINE 2 IN jacks on the front panel. 26 Connecting an External Decoder. 27 Connecting a decoder. 27 Setting external decoder (PAY-TV/Canal Plus analogue decoder) programme positions. 28

Basic Operations

Using the System Menu. 29 Recording a TV Programme to the HDD. 30 Using the Quick Timer function. 31 Playing the Recorded Programme (Title List). 31 Watching TV programmes. 33 Displaying the programme/playback information. 34 Using the Favourites List (for digital broadcasting only). 34
Recording to the HDD (GUIDE Plus+)
Using the GUIDE Plus+ Display. 36 Listing up your favourite programme information (My TV). 37 One Button Recording (GUIDE Plus+). 38 Recording Programmes Using Series Recording. 40 Setting the Timer Manually (Schedule). 41 Setting the timer manually (Timer List). 42 Checking/Changing/Cancelling Timer Settings (Schedule). 42 Checking/changing timer settings. 42 Cancelling timer settings. 43 Changing the GUIDE Plus+ System Settings (Setup). 43 Language/Recording timing/Overnight Download settings (Personal Preferences). 44 Resetting the GUIDE Plus+ system settings (Start Installation Sequence). 44 Recording from Connected Equipment. 45

Additional Information

Troubleshooting. 98 Resetting the Recorder. 105 Discs That Can Be Dubbed on. 106 Discs That Can Be Played. 108 About Recording Mode. 109 Language Code List. 111 Notes About This Recorder. 112 Notes on MP3 files, JPEG Image Files, DivX Video Files, and i.Link. 113 Specifications. 114 Index. 118
Guide to Parts and Controls
For more information, see the pages in parentheses.

Remote

F INPUT (input select) (45)

Selects an input source.

G CLEAR (58) H ZOOM (64)
Zooms an image in full view.

(text) (34)

This button function is not available in some areas.

J AUDIO (55)

The AUDIO button has a tactile dot*.

SUBTITLE (55)

Selects a subtitle language.

MENU (54)

Displays the discs menu.
TIMER (41, 42, 50, 52) K Red (38, 46) L Green (36, 46) M Yellow (36, 46) N Blue (36, 46) O SYSTEM MENU (29, 81) TITLE LIST (31, 54, 66) TOP MENU (54) A HDD (54)

Switches to the HDD.

GUIDE (36, 46)
Displays the GUIDE Plus+ system or EPG screen.

DVD (54)

Switches to the DVD.
P MARKER (31, 57) Q INFO (information) (36, 46)
Displays the programme information.

B [/1 (on/standby) (23)

Turns the recorder on or off.

C Z (open/close) (54)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

R </M/m/,/

(enter) (23)

Selects a desired item.

D PROG (programme) +/ (30) The + button has a tactile dot*. E Number buttons (57)
The number 5 button has a tactile dot*.
S O RETURN (23) T (favourites) (34, 47)
Displays the Favourites List.
U./> (previous/next) (55) PAGE +/ (36, 46)
Changes the programme list by page.
/ (instant replay/instant advance) (55) mc / CM (search/ slow/freeze frame) (55) DAY +/ (36, 46)
Changes the programme list by day.
N (play) (54) X (pause) (30, 55) x (stop) (54)
The N button has a tactile dot*.

z When two or more keywords are set for My Choice, you can select All for sub-category.
To confirm, change, or cancel a timer recording
See Checking/Changing/Cancelling Timer Settings (Schedule) on page 42.
To stop recording during timer recording
Press x REC STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording.
Recording Programmes Using Series Recording
To search for programmes related to the timer settings
When you set timer recording for a programme that has series information, you can search for related programmes such as listed below. To use this function, press the yellow button (More) in step 3 above. Repeat programmes: You can search for repeat broadcasts of the programme which is set for timer recording (Alternative Times). Programmes in a series: You can search for the next programme in the series of a programme which is set for timer recording (Upcoming Episodes). Recommended programmes: You can search for recommended programmes linked to the programme which is set for timer recording (Recommendations). Split programmes: You can search for other parts of the split programme which is set for timer recording (Parts).
Series Recording is a feature that allows you to search programmes in a series, using the information from the GUIDE Plus+ system.
This function cannot be used when the GUIDE Plus+ system does not include series information with the programme data.
Press GUIDE. Select a programme using </M/m/ ,, and press INFO.
Detailed programme information is displayed. You can check whether the selected programme has series information or not.
Press the yellow button (More).
Further information is available. The More button in the on-screen display may not be activated depending on the programme.
To modify the timer setting, see page 42.
Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system.
The recorder is ready to start recording.
Setting the Timer Manually (Schedule)
Confirm the input source and press ,, then select the programme position using the number buttons or M/m. Press the green button (Next).
The display for entering characters appears. You can change the title name, if necessary.
You can set the timer for a total of 32 programmes using the GUIDE Plus+ system and the Timer List (page 50), up to 30 days in advance.
Press the green button (Save).
The date, start and stop times, programme position, etc. settings appear.
Press the green button (Frequency) repeatedly to set the recording frequency. press the yellow button (Timing) repeatedly to adjust the recording start/end time.

To play restricted DVDs (Parental Lock)
If you play a restricted DVD, the display for entering your password appears on your TV screen. Enter your four-digit password using the number buttons. The recorder starts playback.
When using the HDMI connection, there may be a delay, before the playback picture appears on the TV screen, and the beginning portion of the playback picture may not be displayed. To use the One-Touch Play function, set Control for HDMI to On (default) in the System 1 setup (page 87).
Various video playback options
Buttons AUDIO Operations Selects one of the audio tracks recorded on the disc when pressed repeatedly. For DVD VIDEOs or digital TV programmes recorded on the HDD, selects the language. For DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs (VR mode) or analogue TV programmes recorded on the HDD, selects the main or sub sound. For digital TV programmes recorded with audio descriptions, selects the audio description in the language you want. On appears when the audio description is output. Selects a subtitle language when pressed repeatedly. When a four-digit language code is displayed, see Language Code List on page 111. Replays the scene/briefly fast forwards the scene.

SUBTITLE

/ (instant replay/instant advance)./> (previous/next) m/M (fast reverse/fast forward)
Goes to the beginning of the previous/current/next title/chapter/track. Fast reverses/fast forwards the disc. Search speed changes as follows: Fast forward M1.5*1 t M 1 t M 2 t M 3*2 t M 4*2 Fast reverse m 1 t m 2 t m 3*2 t m 4*2 When you press and hold the button, fast forward/fast reverse continues at the selected speed until you release the button.
When you press M once during playback, you can play quickly with sound (Scan Audio) (not available for VIDEO CDs/Super VIDEO CDs). *2 Not available for VIDEO CDs/Super VIDEO CDs.
To resume normal playback, press N.

Operations

c / C* Plays in slow motion when pressed for more than one second in pause (slow, freeze frame) mode. Plays one frame at a time when pressed briefly in pause mode. To resume normal playback, press N.
* For VIDEO CDs/Super VIDEO CDs, playback direction only.

X (pause)

Pauses playback. To resume normal playback, press N.
To resume playback from the point where you stopped (Resume Play)
When you press N again after you stop playback, the recorder resumes playback from the point where you pressed x. To start from the beginning, press the red button (Edit) in the Title List to select Resume Off, and press. Then, press N to start playback from the beginning of the title/track/chapter.
Paused titles are not saved to the HDD. This function is cancelled when: x (stop) is pressed. PROG +/ is pressed. DVD is pressed. SYSTEM MENU is pressed. TITLE LIST is pressed. INPUT is pressed. the recorder is turned off. a timer recording is started. Z (open/close) is pressed.

You can search a disc by title, chapter, or track. As titles and tracks are assigned individual numbers, select them by entering the appropriate number. You can also search for a scene using the time code.
Press INFO during playback. Select a search method, using M/m.
Title Search (for HDD/DVDs) Chap.Search (for HDD/DVDs) Track Search (for VIDEO CDs*) Time Search (for HDD/DVDs/ VIDEO CDs*): Searches for a starting point by entering the time code.
* When playing with PBC functions, cancel the functions by pressing TITLE LIST before step 1.
Playing repeatedly (Repeat)
You can repeatedly play all the tracks or a single title/chapter/track on the HDD or a disc.
Press INFO during normal playback. Select Repeat using M/m.
Select an item to be repeated using </,.
Title (for HDD/DVDs): repeats the current title. Chapter (for HDD/DVDs): repeats the current chapter. Track (for VIDEO CDs): repeats the current track. Disc (for VIDEO CDs): repeats the entire disc.
Playing DivX/Music/ Photo Files
Copying DivX/music/photo files to the HDD
Connect the USB device to the USB jack on the recorder.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the USB device before connecting.

Repeat play starts.

To play a specific portion repeatedly (Repeat A-B)
Select A-B in step 3. Press. The Repeat A-B display appears. Press again to set the starting point (point A). Press again to set the ending point (point B). Repeat-A-B play starts.

USB device to USB jack

Some USB devices may not work with this recorder. The recorder can recognise Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices that are FATcompatible.

To cancel Repeat play

Press CLEAR, or set Repeat to Off in the Play Mode menu.
z To play VIDEO CDs repeatedly, cancel the PBC functions by pressing TITLE LIST before step 1.
Press HDD. Press SYSTEM MENU.
Select Media, and press Select USB, and press.
Set the start and stop points for Repeat A-B within the same title. Sections shorter than 7 seconds cannot be set for Repeat A-B.
Select a file type (Video (DivX), Photo, or Music), and press.
Select a USB partition, if necessary. The DivX List, Photo List, or Music List appears.

To change the angles

Press INFO during playback to select Angle. Change the angles using </,, and press.
Press the red button (Edit) to select Copy, and press.
The Copy List appears. When copying photo files from a USB device, the display asks whether to categorise the data by date. Select Yes or No.

Set the screen resolution of the TV to 1080p or 1080i. When your TV is compatible with [VIDEO-A] mode, set the TVs video/ photo setting to [VIDEO-A] mode. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
To play a slideshow with the sound (HDD only)
You can enjoy a slideshow while listening to the sound stored in the HDD. First prepare Music Playlists by adding audio tracks (see To create a Playlist on page 62).
z When you select photo files using the MARKER button, only the selected photo files are played in full view or slideshow.
Thumbnail images of some photo files may not be displayed. For DVD camcorder video files containing JPEG image files and movies, the recorder can play only the movie sections.
After step 4 of Playing photo files on page 63, press the yellow button (Slideshow) while a file is highlighted and select Effect Setting, then press. The Effect Setting display appears. Select BGM or Speed. Select the desired Music Playlist or speed using </M/m/,. When there is no Music Playlist on the HDD, a Music Playlist cannot be selected. Select Repeat All to play all the files. Select Start, and press. The slideshow starts with the sound. To stop the slideshow, press O RETURN or x (stop).

To zoom an image

Press ZOOM in full view. Press ZOOM or repeatedly to change the magnification. Each time you press ZOOM or , the magnification changes as shown below. 2 t 4 t normal magnification
If there is no music file in the selected Music Playlist, the slideshow is played back with no sound. The Effect Setting setting will also be applied next time you play a slideshow. To play a slideshow without the sound, set BGM to Off.

About PhotoTV HD

PhotoTV HD allows for a highly-detailed pictures, and photo-like expression of subtle textures and colours. By connecting Sony PhotoTV HD compatible devices using an HDMI cable, whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality. For instance, the delicate texture of the human skin, flowers, sand and waves can now be displayed on a large screen in beautiful photo-like quality.
To display the photo information
Press DISPLAY in full view or slideshow. Photo file name and number are displayed. The colour buttons are also displayed. Press the corresponding colour button to rotate the photo, adjust the speed of the slideshow, etc. Press DISPLAY again to turn off the information display.

Press N to start playback. Select the dividing point using m/ M, etc., and press (Select).
The dividing point is set. To reset the dividing point, select Select using <, and repeat this step.
Select Divide, and press Select Yes, and press
The title is divided into two.
Press the blue button (Save).
To cancel the setting, press O RETURN.

To cancel Divide

Labelling a title (Rename)
Only the characters displayed on the on-screen keyboard can be input with this recorder.
Press TITLE LIST. Select the title you want to rename using M/m.
Creating and Editing a Playlist
Playlist edit allows you to edit or re-edit without changing the actual recordings. You can create up to 99 Playlist titles.
A Playlist title is added to the Playlist.

To cancel New Playlist

To play a Playlist title
You can play a Playlist title on the HDD or a DVD-RW/DVD-R (VR mode).
Playlist titles containing titles recorded with the Copy-Once copy protection signal cannot be dubbed or moved (page 110).
Press the yellow button (Go To) while the Title List is displayed. Select Playlist using M/m, and press. To go back to the Title List, press the yellow button (Title List) again. Select a Playlist title using M/m, and press. Playback starts from the selected title.
Creating a Playlist title
Press TITLE LIST. Select the title you want to include in the Playlist title. Press the red button (Edit) to select New Playlist, and press.
The New Playlist display appears.
z You can search for a Playlist title using the INFO button during playback (Playlist Search).
To change the Playlist title order
Press the green button (Sort) while the Playlist is displayed. Select By Date or By Name using M/m, and press.
You cannot make a Playlist title that contains scenes from both the titles in DR mode and the titles in other recording modes.
Press N to start playback. Select the start point using m/M, etc., and press (Start).

The start point is set.

Erasing a Playlist title
Select the end point, and press (End).
The end point is set. To reset either start or end point, select Start or End using </,, and repeat from step 5 or 6.
Press TITLE LIST, and switch to the Playlist.
For details on switching to the Playlist, see To play a Playlist title on page 69.
Follow steps 2 to 6 of Erasing a title (Erase) on page 67.

Select Add, and press

A scene for a Playlist title is created. To add more scenes, repeat steps 5 to 7. To add more scenes from another title, switch titles using./>.

Press SYSTEM MENU to exit.
z For DVD+RWs/DVD+R or DVD-RW/DVD-R (Video mode), DVD menus are created.
Depending on the condition of the disc or the DVD equipment, discs may not play even if the discs are finalised. The recorder may not be able to finalise the disc if it was recorded on another recorder. Inserting an unfinalised disc into other DVD equipment may damage the dubbed contents.

-RWVideo

+R -RVideo
b HDD/DV Camcorder Dubbing
No timer recordings or other operations are available when dubbing from the HDD camcorder. The supported device is Sony HDD SD (standard definition) camcorder released in or before April 2009. The recorder does not support the AVCHD format (HD (high definition) image quality). You can dub MPEG-2 format images (SD (standard definition) images) only. When the HDD camcorder contains still images and moving images, only moving images can be dubbed to the recorder. Playlist made with the HDD camcorder cannot be dubbed to the recorder. When dubbing from the HDD camcorder, the recorder recognises and uses the shooting date and time information of the HDD camcorder. If the HDD camcorders clock is incorrect, the recorder may not dub the contents properly. Set the HDD camcorders clock correctly before shooting. You cannot record date, time, or the contents of the HDD camcorder memory onto the recorder. If you dub the contents recorded in high quality mode in the HDD camcorder to the recorder, it may take longer to finish dubbing than the recording. Set the recorder and HDD camcorder to the same colour system. When the total number of titles on the HDD of the recorder exceeds 999, you cannot dub the contents on the HDD camcorder to the recorder.
Dubbing from HDD Camcorder
You can dub the contents of a Sony HDD camcorder to the hard disk drive of the recorder via the USB jack on the front panel. Methods to dub from the HDD camcorder include: One-Touch Dubbing Dubbing using the on-screen display Follow the instructions in Preparing for HDD camcorder dubbing, and then move on to the section on dubbing.
Before you start HDD camcorder dubbing
Check that the HDD of the recorder has enough available space for the dubbing (page 82). You can open up disc space by erasing titles (page 67). The contents are dubbed in the current recording mode for analogue broadcasting and external input (the default setting is SP). To check or change the recording mode, press INPUT to switch the input source to analogue broadcasting or the external input, and press REC MODE repeatedly.
z If you want to dub by way of the LINE IN jacks, see Recording from Connected Equipment on page 45. If you want to dub the contents of the HDD camcorder on a DVD, dub them to the HDD of the recorder first, and then edit the title on the HDD and dub it to a DVD. Parts that have finished dubbing remain on the recorder when the disc space of the recorder becomes full or you stop dubbing partway. Dolby Digital 5.1ch audio recorded in the HDD camcorder is down-converted to 2ch audio when dubbed to the recorder.

Press SYSTEM MENU. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop dubbing.
The recorder will pause dubbing when there is a blank space or an image containing copy protection signals or signals in a different colour system from that of the recorder on the tape. The recorder will resume dubbing automatically when receiving a recordable signal within 5 minutes. Otherwise, DV One-Touch Dubbing ends automatically. DV One-Touch Dubbing ends automatically when the recorder cannot receive a recordable signal for 12 seconds at the beginning of the tape. If the HDD camcorder is also connected to the USB jack, dubbing from the HDD camcorder starts when you press the ONE-TOUCH DUB button. Disconnect the HDD camcorder from the USB jack to dub from the DV camcorder. When Timer recording is about to start during DV One-Touch Dubbing, a message appears. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Dubbing from DV camcorder using the on-screen display (DV Dubbing)
You can select and dub scenes while playing a DV/Digital8 format tape.
You cannot set a scene to be shorter than one second. The recorder will pause recording when there is a blank space or an image containing copy protection signals or signals in a different colour system from that of the recorder on the tape. The recorder will resume recording automatically when receiving a recordable signal within 5 minutes. Otherwise, the recorder stops DV dubbing and exits to the System Menu.
Follow steps 1 to 3 of Preparing for DV camcorder dubbing on page 78. Press SYSTEM MENU.
Select HDD-Cam/DV, and press. Select DV Dubbing, and press.
Find the point on the DV/Digital8 format tape that you want to start dubbing from using m/M, etc., and press X. Select REC Start, and press
The recorder starts dubbing.
Select REC Pause, and press
The recorder pauses dubbing.
Press N and repeat steps 5 to 7 to dub more scenes. Select REC Stop, and press.
The selected scenes are dubbed as a single title.

To exit DV Dubbing

Using the Disc Setup Menus (Disc Setup)
You can adjust HDD/DVD related settings.
Disc Settings (Disc Information)
You can check the disc information and use the following functions. Example: When a DVD-RW (VR mode) is inserted.

There is no sound.

, Re-connect all connections securely. , The connecting cable is damaged. , The input source setting on the audio component or the connection to the audio component is incorrect. , The recorder is in reverse play, fastforward, slow motion, or pause mode. , If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jacks, check the Audio Out setup (page 95).
The sound is breaking up.
Recording/Timer recording/ Editing
Recording to a DVD is not possible.
, The recording destination is HDD only.
The programme position cannot be changed from the programme position you are recording.
, Set the TVs input source to TV.
, A programme with parental control information has been set for recording. If the display for entering your password appears before recording starts, enter your four-digit password using the number buttons. Your password is required when you record programmes with an age limit that exceeds the age limit you set (page 96). , Another timer setting overlapped the timer setting (page 43, 52). Check the timer settings in the schedule list (page 42) and the Timer List (page 52). , There is not enough disc space for the recording. , The recorder was in the process of dubbing.
Recording does not stop immediately after you press x REC STOP.
, It will take a few seconds for the recorder to input disc data before recording can stop.
Recording does not start immediately after you press z REC.
, Operate the recorder only after LOADING, FORMATTING, or INFO WRITE disappears from the front panel display.
Recording does not stop after you press x.
, Press x REC STOP. Additional Information
Nothing was recorded even though you set the timer setting correctly.
, There was a power failure during recording. , The recorders internal clock stopped due to a power failure that lasted for more than 30 minutes. Reset the clock (page 83). , The channel was disabled or erased after the timer recording was set. See Digital Channel List (page 85) and Analog Manual Setting (page 85). , Disconnect the mains lead from the mains, and connect it again. , The programme contains copy protection signals (pay-per-view, AVC) that restrict copying, or a scrambled channel is selected.
Timer recording is not complete or did not start from the beginning.
, There was a power failure during recording. If the power recovers when there is a timer recording, the recorder resumes recording. Should the power failure continue for more than 30 minutes, reset the clock (page 83). , Another timer setting overlapped the timer setting (page 43, 52). Check the timer settings in the schedule list (page 42) and the Timer List (page 52). , Disc space was not sufficient.

Format in VR mode
Playable only on DVD-R in VR mode compatible players (finalisation necessary) (page 74) Playable on most DVD players (finalisation necessary) (page 74)

DVD-R DL

-RVideo

Format in Video mode

Usable disc versions (as of April 2009)
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 8x-speed or slower DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs (Ver.3.0 with CPRM*)
DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R, and DVD-R DL are trademarks. * CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is a coding technology that protects copyrights for images.
You cannot record TV programmes or contents on connected equipment directly to a disc. You cannot mix VR mode and Video mode on the same DVD-RW. To change the discs format, reformat the disc (page 81). Note that the discs contents will be erased after reformatting. It is recommended that you use discs with For Video printed on their packaging. In some cases, you may not be able to dub titles on discs that contain titles dubbed on other DVD equipment. If you do dub a new title, note that this recorder will rewrite the DVD menu of DVD+RWs. You may not be able to edit or dub on some recordable discs, depending on the disc. Do not insert any discs that cannot be dubbed or played on this recorder. This may cause the recorder to malfunction.
Discs that cannot be dubbed on

DVD-RAMs

Maximum number of titles that can be dubbed on a disc
Disc DVD-RW/DVD-R DVD+RW/DVD+R DVD+R DL DVD-R DL Number of titles Additional Information 49 99

Discs That Can Be Played

Type Disc Logo Icon used in this manual Characteristics Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented This recorder also recognises DVDRAMs*1 as DVD Video compatible discs. VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format

Copy protection signals Usable discs
Copy-Free (No HDD +RW copy protection -RWVideo +R signal)

Copy-Once

-RWVR * -RVR *

Copy-Never

* CPRM-compatible DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs (VR mode) only. The dubbed disc can be played only on CPRM compatible equipment (page 107). CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is a coding technology that protects copyrights for images.
Protected titles in the HDD cannot be moved.

Language Code List

For details, see page 90. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language

not specified

Notes about the discs
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. 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. When you move the recorder, take out any discs and do not apply shock or vibration to the hard disk drive to avoid damaging the disc or hard disk drive (page 3).
To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the disc may cause it to malfunction.
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise considerably inside the car. After playing, store the disc in its case. Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre out.

On adjusting volume

Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played.

On cleaning

Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs. Do not use the following discs. A disc that has a nonstandard shape (e.g., card, heart). A disc with a label or sticker on it. A disc that has cellophane tape or sticker adhesive on it.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners
Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners (including wet or spray types). These may cause the recorder to malfunction.

On replacement of parts

In the event that this unit is repaired, repaired parts may be collected for reuse or recycling purposes.
Notes on MP3 files, JPEG Image Files, DivX Video Files, and i.Link

Normally, only one piece of equipment can be connected to this recorder by the i.LINK cable (DV connecting cable). When connecting this recorder to i.LINK-compatible equipment having two or more i.LINK jacks (DV jacks), refer to the instruction manual of the equipment to be connected.
Video reception: Frequency synthesizer system Audio reception: Split carrier system Aerial out: 75-ohm asymmetrical aerial socket Timer: Clock: Quartz locked/Timer indication: 24-hour cycle (digital) Video recording format: MPEG-2, MPEG-1 Audio recording format/applicable bit rate: DVB-T: DR (Direct Recording) (TS Rec Mode) ATT: Dolby Digital 2ch (HQ, SP, LP, EP (6 hours): 256 kbps, EP (8 hours): 128 kbps)

i.LINK and

are trademarks.
Inputs and outputs LINE 2 OUT (AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms (VIDEO): Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p LINE 2 IN (AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/more than 22 kilohms (VIDEO): Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p (S VIDEO): 4-pin mini DIN/Y: 1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.3 Vp-p (PAL) LINE 3 TV: 21-pin CVBS OUT S-Video/RGB OUT (upstream) LINE 1/DECODER: 21-pin CVBS IN/OUT S-Video/RGB IN Decoder DV IN: 4-pin/i.LINK S100 DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono jack/ 0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR): Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p, PB/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p HDMI OUT: HDMI Connector USB: USB jack (For connecting digital still camera, Memory card reader, USB memory, HDD camcorder and Hard disk drive) Conditional access module (RDR-DC105/ DC205/DC305/DC505 only): CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot General Power requirements: 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: RDR-DC90/DC100/DC200/DC500: 44 W RDR-DC105/DC205/DC305/DC505: 45 W Dimensions (approx.): 430 71.mm (width/height/ depth) incl. projecting parts
Hard disk drive capacity: RDR-DC90: 120 GB RDR-DC100/DC105: 160 GB RDR-DC200/DC205: 250 GB RDR-DC305: 320 GB RDR-DC500/DC505: 500 GB Maximum recordable number of titles*: 999 Mass (approx.): 4.1 kg Operating temperature: 5C to 35C Operating humidity: 25% to 80% Supplied accessories: Mains lead (1) Aerial cable (1) Remote commander (remote) (1) R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

, This is a DVD recorder with built-in VHS video deck. It allows recording to DVD+RWs, DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs, DVD-Rs, and VHS tapes. In addition, you can also enjoy playback and editing of DVD discs and VHS tapes.

Operation restrictions

Possible simultaneous operations Current operation Playback Playing a VHS tape Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD disc Recording on a DVD disc No Yes*2 Yes VHS Recording No Yes*2 Yes Playback Yes*1 Yes No DVD Recording Yes*1 Yes No
When pressing DVD, VHS tape playback stops. When pressing VIDEO, DVD playback stops.
Quick access to recorded titles Title List
, Display the Title List to see all of the titles on the disc, including the recording date, channel, recording mode, recording time and movie thumbnail image (page 42).

Title List

Title List(Original)

No. Title

10:10 AM

Length Edit

01 CH CH CH CH 97
01:29:03 > 00:31:23 > 01:59:00 > 00:58:56 >

T CH 23

Nov/16/2004 08:00 PM
Creating your own program Playlist
, Record a program on a DVD-RW (VR mode), then erase, move and add scenes at will to create your own, original program (page 84).

Original

Playlist
One touch button dubbing from VCR to DVD
, This recorder lets you dub from VHS tape to DVD and from DVD to VHS tape with a single deck (page 89).
* Note that when playing back and recording a DVD or VHS tape that includes a copy protect signal, the copy protect function will prevent normal recording.

Dubbing

Simple dubbing of DV tapes DV Edit
, Connect your digital video camera to the DV IN jack and simply dub the entire contents or just selected scenes to a DVD disc (page 93).

Control

A list of recordable and playable DVD discs is on page 10.
Quick Guide to DVD Disc Types
Recordable and playable discs

Disc Logo

Icon used in this manual

Formatting (new discs)

Compatibility with other DVD players (finalizing)

z Hint This DVD recorder can play 8 cm CDs and 8 cm DVDs as well.
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.
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 discs format, reformat the disc (page 43). Note that the discs contents will be erased after reformatting. You cannot shorten the time required for recording even with high-speed discs. Also, you cannot record on the disc if the disc is not 1x speed compatible. It is recommended that you use discs with For Video printed on their packaging. You cannot add new recordings to DVD-Rs or DVDRWs (Video mode) 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 (DVD VIDEO only)
Your recorder has a region code printed on the rear of the unit and will only play DVD VIDEOs (playback only) labeled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights. DVD VIDEOs labeled ALL will also play on this recorder. If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message Please check the Regional code of this disc. will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

RDR-VX500 NO.

Region code
Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies
This product is designed to playback 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.

Surround3

: Virtual speaker
After you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings under Audio Connection Setup in Easy Setup (page 30). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers. The surround sound effects of this recorder cannot be used when you connect using a coaxial or optical digital cord. This recorder does not support Linear PCM playback with 2 channels or more. When outputting the sound of a DVD-RW (VR Mode) disc recorded in two languages from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack, the sound cannot be switched with the AUDIO button.
Do not connect your TVs audio output jacks to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to come from your TVs speakers.
Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord
Plug the recorder and TV power cords into an AC outlet. After you connect the power cord, you must wait for a short while before operating the recorder. You can operate the recorder only after the front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. If you connect additional equipment to this recorder (page 34), be sure to connect the power cord only after all connections are complete.
Step 6: Preparing the Remote
You can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) 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 AC outlet

If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD Player/Video Cassette Recorder or Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 29). 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. With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months. Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.

Controlling TVs with the remote
You can adjust the remote controls signal to control your TV. If you connected the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you can also use the supplied remote to control the AV amplifiers (receivers) volume.
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 Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daewoo Daytron Fisher General Electric Hitachi Code number Hookups and Settings 01 (default) 12, 14 04, 22 03, 04, 06, 10 02, 03, 04 04, 10, 03 03, 04, 17 03, 04, 08, 12, 21 04, 13 04, 12, 13, 17 04, 12 06, 19 02, 03, 04, 08 08, 21 06, 10 06, 18 05, 10, 14 04, 03, 04, 12, 20 11, 07, 10, 11 03, 05, 18
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/DVDVIDEO switch "/1 CH +/ Number buttons, SET

J.C.Penney

VOL +/ TV/VIDEO

JVC KMC LG/Gold Star

Slide the TV/DVDVIDEO switch to TV. Hold down "/1. Enter your TVs manufacturer code (see below) using the number buttons. Release "/1.
When the TV/DVDVIDEO switch is set to TV, the remote performs the following:
Press "/1 VOL +/ CH +/ TV/VIDEO To Turn your TV on or off Adjust the volume of your TV Select the channel on your TV Switch your TVs input source
Magnavox Marantz MGA/Mitsubishi NEC Panasonic Philco Philips Pioneer Portland Proscan Quasar Radio Shack RCA Sampo Samsung Sanyo Scott Sears Sharp
Number buttons and Select the channel on SET your TV
Manufacturer Sylvania Teknika Toshiba Wards Yorx Zenith
Code number 08, 12 03, 08, 14 07, 18 03, 04, 14, 15
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).
Manufacturer Sony Denon Kenwood Code number 78, 79, 80, 91 84, 85, 86 92, 93 81, 82, 87 97, 98 94, 95, 96
Controlling the volume of your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote
TV/DVDVIDEO switch "/1
Onkyo Pioneer Sansui Technics Yamaha

Number buttons

VOL +/
Slide the TV/DVDVIDEO switch to DVDVIDEO. Hold down "/1, and enter the manufacturer code (see the table below) for your AV amplifier (receiver) using the number buttons. Release "/1.
The VOL +/ buttons control the AV amplifiers volume. If you want to control the TVs volume, slide the TV/DVDVIDEO switch to TV.
z Hint If you want to control the TVs volume even when the TV/DVDVIDEO switch is set to DVDVIDEO, repeat the steps above and enter the code number 90 (default).

Depending on the condition of the disc, recording, or the DVD equipment, discs may not play even if the discs are finalized. The recorder may not be able to finalize the disc if it was recorded on another recorder.
Checking the Play Information and Playing Time
F Play mode G Time counter H Recording mode I Remaining time J Current channel K Date and time
You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track.
The information display may not be displayed during DVD recording.
Checking the playing/remaining time

DISPLAY TIME/TEXT

You can view the playing or time information displayed on the TV screen and the front panel display.
Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly.
The displays differ depending on the media type or playing status.

Front panel display

Example: When playing a DVD

Press DISPLAY.

The information display appears. The display disappears after a short time.
Playing time of the current title
Play 1:23:45 HQ Rem 16:15 Original
Stop 0:30:00 SP Rem 01:30 CH 110
Current title number and current chapter number
Mon Nov 01. 2004 10:10 AM
DVD A Play mode B Playing time C Recording mode D Remaining time E Current channel*
* Title type (Original or Playlist) for DVD-RW in VR mode
Example: When playing a CD
Playing time of the current track

Current track number

Example: When playing a VHS tape

Playing time

Remaining time
Changing the Name of a Recorded Program (Title Input)
Repeat step 1 to enter the remaining characters.

Input row

Disc Name Kids _
A F K B C D I E J a f k p u z Backspace Space Delete Clear Finish b g l q v c h m r w d i n s x e j o t y _ + = $ )

M N O S T Y

You can label a title, disc, or program by entering characters. You can enter up to 32 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.

@ # & (

To erase a character, move the cursor to the right of the character at the input row. Select Backspace and press ENTER. To erase the character at the position of the cursor, select Delete and press ENTER. To insert a character, move the cursor to the right of the point where you want to insert the character. Select the character and press ENTER. To erase all of the characters, select Clear and press ENTER.

Press x STOP twice. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording.
If the timer settings overlap
The program that starts first has priority and the second program starts recording only after the first program has finished. If the programs start at the same time, the program listed first in the menu has priority.
Program 1 Program 2 will be cut off
Select an item using </, and adjust using M/m. A RecTo:

Select DVD.

B Date:
Sets the date using M. To record the same program every day or the same day every week, press m. The item changes as follows: Today y Mon-Fri (Monday to Friday) y Sun (every Sunday) y Mon (every Monday) y y Sat (every Saturday) y 1 month later y y Today

Program 1 Program 2

C Start:

Sets the start time.

D Stop:

Sets the stop time.

will be cut off ,continued
To confirm, change, or cancel timer recording
See Checking/Changing/Canceling DVD Timer Settings (Timer List) on page 55.
Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+ system
The VCR Plus+ system is a feature that simplifies setting the timer. Just enter the PlusCode number listed in the TV program guide. The date, time, and channel of that program are set automatically. Before you start, check that the TV and guide channels are correctly set in Guide Channel Setup of Tuner Preset in the Setup display (page 98).
To use the Rec Mode Adjust function
When you are recording a program in the Auto mode and there is not enough available disc space for the recording, the recorder automatically adjust the recording mode to enable the entire program to be recorded.
z Hints You can play the recorded program by selecting the program title in the Title List menu. When the start time and the channel or input source to be recorded are the same but the RecTo setting differs, the program is recorded to both the DVD disc and the VHS tape. You can also display the Timer programming menu as follows: 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. The System Menu appears. 2 Select Timer, and press ENTER. 3 Select Timer Standard, and press ENTER.
DVD Number buttons CLEAR VCR Plus+ SYSTEM MENU M/m/</,, ENTER
To record a cable or satellite program, turn on the cable box or satellite receiver and select the program you want to record. Leave the cable box or satellite receiver turned on until the recorder finishes recording. Even if the timer is set, timer recordings cannot be made while recording a program that has priority. Before the timer recording starts, TIMER REC flashes in the front panel display. Even if a timer recording is started in the condition with the recorder power on, the recorder power is automatically turned off when the timer recording finishes. If you attempt to make a timer recording of a copy protected broadcast, a black screen is recorded.
Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Insert a recordable disc. Press VCR Plus+.

Select Play, and press ENTER.
Playback starts from the selected title on the disc.

To use the DVDs Menu

When you play a DVD VIDEO, or a finalized DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R, you can display the discs menu by pressing TOP MENU or MENU.
To play VIDEO CDs with PBC functions

"/1 x

PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively using the menu on your TV screen. When you start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions, the menu appears. Select an item using the number buttons and press ENTER. Then follow the instructions in the menu (press H PLAY when Press SELECT appears).

To cancel PBC Playback

Press MENU repeatedly until Menu: Off appears.
To resume playback from the point where you stopped the disc (Resume Play)
When you press H PLAY again after you stop the disc, the recorder resumes playback from the point where you pressed x STOP. To start from the beginning, press x STOP twice, and press H PLAY. 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 turn off the recorder. you make a recording.
To lock the recorder (Child Lock)
You can lock all of the buttons on the recorder so that the settings are not canceled by mistake. When the recorder is turned on, hold down "/1 on the recorder until CHILD LOCK appears in the front panel display. The recorder turns off and the indicator remains lit if there is a timer setting. The recorder will not work except for timer recordings. To unlock the recorder, hold down "/1 on the recorder until CHILD LOCK disappears from the front panel display. The recorder is unlocked and turns on. To stop timer recording while the recorder is locked, press x twice. The recording stops and the recorder is unlocked.
To repeat a specific portion (Repeat A-B Play) (DVD and VIDEO CD (with PBC function off) only)
When playing back a disc recorded by other equipment on this recorder, be sure to finalize the disc with the equipment used to record it. For details on the operation restrictions, see page 8. The recorder will be unlocked when: You stop timer recording by pressing x. You insert a tape. The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops.
During playback, press REPEAT. Select A using M/m. Press ENTER at the starting point (point A) of the portion to be played repeatedly. A- lights up. Continue playing or press m/M to locate the ending point (point B), then press ENTER. Repeat A-B Play starts.
To play restricted DVDs (Parental Control)
If you play a restricted DVD, the message Your selection exceeds the rating limit for this player. Override the limit? appears on your TV screen.

Select OK and press ENTER. The display for entering your password appears. Enter your four digit password using the number buttons. The recorder starts playback.
To register or change the password, see Parental (DVD VIDEO only) on page 105.

Playback options

Z OPEN/CLOSE
AUDIO SUBTITLE M/m/</,, ENTER INSTANT REPLAY/ INSTANT ADVANCE. PREV/NEXT > H PLAY X PAUSE REPEAT SHUFFLE SURROUND TOOLS ZOOM ANGLE

Buttons

Operations Stops play and opens the disc tray. Selects one of the audio tracks recorded on the disc when pressed repeatedly.
DVD Selects the audio source. VCD Selects stereo or monaural audio tracks.

Discs All discs

DVD VCD

SUBTITLE ANGLE

Selects a subtitle language when pressed repeatedly. Selects an angle when pressed repeatedly. If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the disc, appears in the front panel display. Zooms into a scene during playback or still mode when pressed repeatedly. Magnification changes as follows: normal magnification t 2 t 4 t normal magnification The zoom function may not work depending on the DVD. To zoom in a JPEG image, see page 65.

DVD DVD

Buttons SURROUND
Operations Selects one of the effects when pressed repeatedly. Off: No surround effect Surround1: Creates one set of virtual surround speakers. Surround2: Creates two sets of virtual surround speakers. Surround3: Creates three sets of virtual surround speakers. Effective when you use two separate front speakers. Replays the scene/briefly fast forwards the scene when pressed in continuous play mode. Goes to the previous/next frame when pressed in pause mode. Goes to the beginning of the current/next title/ chapter/scene/track and starts playback when pressed during playback. Goes to the beginning of the previous title/chapter/ scene/track when. PREV is pressed within 3 seconds after starting a title/chapter/scene/track. Fast reverses/fast forwards the disc when pressed during playback. Search speed changes as follows: fast reverse FR1 T FR2*1 T T *2 FR3 T T T fast forward t FF1 t t FF2*1 t t t FF3*2
INSTANT REPLAY/ INSTANT ADVANCE. PREV/ NEXT >

+RW +R

-RWVR -RWVideo -R

All discs

(fast reverse/fast forward)
FR2 and FF2 are not available for MP3. *2 FR3 and FF3 are only available for DVDs and VIDEO CDs.

(slow)

Plays in slow motion when pressed in pause mode. The playback speed changes as follows: reverse slow motion T TT TTT forward slow motion t tt ttt
* Playback direction only

X PAUSE

Pauses playback. If you pause playback for more than 5 minutes, playback starts automatically. Plays in random order when pressed during playback.

Dubbing from a DVD to a Video
Using the DVD t button on the recorder
You can record (dub) DVD video and audio to a VHS tape. However, note that when you record copy-protected software to a tape, the video may appear disrupted when you play back the tape.
Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Insert a source disc. Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Press TOP MENU or TITLE LIST, and select a title. Start playing, and press x STOP or X PAUSE. Press DVD t on the recorder.
AUDIO SUBTITLE TITLE LIST SYSTEM MENU M/m, ENTER
Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Insert a source disc. Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Press TOP MENU or TITLE LIST, and select a title.
TOP MENU X PAUSE x STOP REC MODE
Start playing, and press x STOP or X PAUSE. Press SYSTEM MENU.

Timer Edit

Dubbing is not possible when Video of Progressive is set to On in the Setup display. Dubbing stops in the following cases. When the DVD is played back to the end and stops. When the DVD deck or the VHS deck is stopped. When the tape remaining time runs out. The System menu, TOOLS menu, and information display are not displayed during dubbing. Copyrights Recordings made from discs and other copyrighted material are solely for individual enjoyment, and other unauthorized use is prohibited under copyright law. Unauthorized editing of copyrighted material is prohibited under copyright law.
Select DVD t Video, and press ENTER.
10 Select OK, and press ENTER.
Dubbing starts. The discs menu may appear depending on the disc when playback of a disc finishes. In this case, press x STOP to stop dubbing, otherwise the discs menu is recorded until the tape reaches its end.

To select the tape speed

Press VIDEO to control the VCR, then press REC MODE repeatedly to select SP or EP. EP (Extended Play) provides recording time three times as long as SP (Standard Play). However, SP produces better picture and audio quality.
To select the sound or language
After step 5 above, press AUDIO repeatedly to select the sound you want, or press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select the language you want. For details, see page 59.

Parental (DVD VIDEO only)
Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options)
The Options setup allows you to set up other operational settings.
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes.
Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select Setup, and press ENTER. Select Options, and press ENTER.
The Options setup appears with the following options. The default settings are underlined.
Options Title list Timer Edit Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM
After step 3 above, select Parental, and press ENTER. If you have not entered a password, the display for registering a new password appears. Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons.
Parental Title list Timer Edit Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM

Create the password.

Language Parental Front Display Command Mode Factory Setting
Parental Title list Timer 10:10 AM

: Auto : Mode3

The display for confirming the password appears. Re-enter the password.

Confirm the password.

Language
OSD (On-Screen Display) Switches the display language on the screen. Disc Menu (DVD VIDEO only) Switches the language for the DVD menu. Audio (DVD VIDEO only) Switches the language of the sound track. When you select Original, the language given priority in the disc is selected. Subtitle (DVD VIDEO only) Switches the language of the subtitles recorded on the disc. When you select Auto, the subtitle language changes according to the language you selected for the sound track.
When you have already registered a password, the display for entering the password appears. Enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons.
Parental Title list Timer Edit Disc Setting 10:10 AM
If you select a language in Disc Menu, Subtitle, or Audio that is not recorded on the DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected.
Select Password, and press ENTER. The selection items for Password are displayed. Select On, and press ENTER.

Front Display

Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.
Auto Bright Dimmer Adjusts automatically. Bright lighting. Low lighting. Turns off the lighting when the power is off.
Password Rating Level Change Password

: On : Level 1 (Kids)

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. For details, see If you have a Sony DVD Player/Video Cassette Recorder or Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder on page 29.

J SELECT DVD/VIDEO buttons (37) K (remote sensor) (26) L Front panel display (45, 121) M SYNCHRO REC indicator (53, 72) N PROGRESSIVE indicator (21, 100) O CHANNEL/TRACKING +/ buttons* (38, 39, 48, 67, 77) P DV IN jack (93) Q LINE 2 IN (S VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO L/ R) jacks (34)
* H and CHANNEL + buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference.

Remote for DVD

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/ DVDVIDEO switch is set to TV.
A TV/DVDVIDEO switch (27) B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (37, 48, 57, 94) C DVD button (37) D Number buttons (27, 52, 62)* SET button (27) E CLEAR button (52, 62) F AUDIO button (59)* SUBTITLE button (59) G VCR Plus+ button (52) H DISPLAY button (45, 50) TIME/TEXT button (45) I ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST button (42, 82) J M/m/</,/ENTER button (30) K O RETURN button (30) L TOP MENU button (57) Mm / M (search) buttons (59)

9 q; qa qs qd qf

N. PREV (previous)/NEXT > buttons (59) O REC MODE button (38, 48, 94) P [TIMER] button (50) Q MARKER button (62) R SEARCH button (62) S SHUFFLE button (59)
* Number 5 and AUDIO buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference.

qg qh qj qk ql

Slide the cover.
T ?/1 (on/standby) button (30) U CH +/ (channel) buttons* (38, 48)
V VOL (volume) +/ buttons (27) W TV/VIDEO button (27) X INPUT SELECT button (38, 48, 94) Y SURROUND button (59) Z SYSTEM MENU button (40) TITLE LIST button (42, 57, 82) TOOLS button (41) wj ZOOM button (59) wk ANGLE button (59) wl INSTANT REPLAY/ ADVANCE buttons (59) INSTANT
ws wd wf wg wh wj wk wl e;
e; MENU button (57) ea H PLAY button* (37, 57, 83) X PAUSE button (48, 59, 83) x STOP button (37, 48, 57, 83, 89) es z REC (record) button (38, 48) ed REPEAT button (59) ef SYNCHRO REC button (53) eg CHAPTER MARK/ERASE buttons (84) eh COMMAND MODE switch (DVD COMBO 1, 2, 3) (29)
* CH + and H PLAY buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference.

ea es ed ef eg eh

Remote for VIDEO
A TV/DVDVIDEO switch (27) B Z OPEN/CLOSE (eject) button (76) C Number buttons (27, 71)* SET button (27, 67) D CLEAR button (71, 76) E AUDIO button (80)* F VCR Plus+ button (71) G DISPLAY button (45, 69, 76) TIME/TEXT button (45) H SYSTEM MENU button (40) I O RETURN button (30) Jm / M (search) buttons (78) K. PREV (previous)/NEXT > buttons (78) L REC MODE button (39, 67) M [TIMER] button (69) N ?/1 (on/standby) button (30) O VIDEO button (37) P CH (channel)/TRACKING +/ buttons* (39, 67, 77)

Safety tab 68 SAP (Second Audio Program) 47, 67 Satellite receiver 16 Scan Audio 61, 103 SEARCH 62 Searching for a blank space 79 for Chapter 62 for the counter 0 point 79 for Title 62 for Track 62 Scan and Play 80 Time Search 62
Unfinalize 44 Unrecordable pictures 48
VCR Function 104 VCR Plus+ 32, 52, 71 Video mode 10 Video settings 100 VR mode 10

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