Step 3: Inserting a Conditional Access Module (CAM) (RDRDC105/DC205/DC305/ DC505 only)
Insert a conditional access module (CAM) provided by your service provider to receive scrambled digital broadcasting. This recorder is designed to work with modules that support the DVB standard. Contact your service provider to obtain the right kind of CAM.
Insert the CAM into the CAM slot as far as it will go.
Depending on the connected component, the Control for HDMI function may not work. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component. You can use the BRAVIA Sync display feature only when the connected TV has the SYNC MENU button. For details on BRAVIA Sync, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. To use the BRAVIA Sync features, set Control for HDMI to On (default) in the System 1 setup (page 87).

To remove the CAM

Press Z located on the right side of the CAM slot.
The CAM slot accepts only Type I and Type II PC cards. Do not insert other cards or unacceptable objects into the CAM slot. Do not remove or insert the CAM while receiving broadcasts. This will cause the picture not to be displayed.
Step 4: Connecting the Mains Lead
Connect the supplied mains lead to the AC IN terminal of the recorder. Then plug the recorder and TV mains leads into the mains. After you connect the mains lead, you must wait for a short while before operating the recorder. You can operate the recorder once the front panel display lights up and the recorder enters standby mode. If you connect additional equipment to this recorder (page 25), be sure to connect the mains lead after all connections are complete.
Step 5: Preparing the Remote
You can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the recorder.

to AC IN

to mains
If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 88). Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. Should leakage occur, do not touch the liquid with bare hands. 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 a lighting apparatus. The recorder may not respond to the remote. When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number and Command Mode may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number and Command Mode again.

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.
When Timing is set to <5/20>, the recording starts 5 minutes before the scheduled recording start time, and ends 20 minutes after the scheduled recording end time.
10 Press , to display Timing, then

Press TIMER.

A Current Genre/Favourites List/TV/ Radio mode B Indicates the currently selected channel number and station name. C Indicates the currently selected programme and allows you to move around the list.
Press the green button (Watch) to watch the selected programme.
Digital Services availability and content depend on the broadcaster. Digital Services are not instantly available when the recorder is first turned on.
D Station name E Colour buttons
Press the same colour button on the remote (REC, Watch, and Genre).
Red button Green button SYSTEM MENU
TIMER Blue button Yellow button GUIDE INFO </M/m/,,
F Indicates if a timer recording is associated with the programme (page 47). G Time slot H Indicates the current time and date.
O RETURN PAGE DAY PAGE + DAY +
Available buttons in the programme list

Buttons

TV/RADIO
Operations Selects the desired item. Displays the previous/next 9 channels. Displays the previous/next days programme list. Switches between TV and radio channels.
</M/m/, PAGE +/ DAY +/ TV/RADIO
Operations Displays the Favourites List.
One Button Recording Using the EPG
Displays the detailed information of the selected programme. : Indicates that the programme has parental control information (page 96). : Indicates that the programme is pay-perview. Activates the same colour function on the screen. Displays the selected programme recording information to be recorded.
Colour buttons (red, yellow, green, blue)
The EPG function is a feature that simplifies setting the timer. Just select the programme you want to record in the EPG display. The date, time, and channel of that programme are set automatically. You can set the timer for a total of 32 programmes, up to 8 days in advance.

O RETURN

Displays the Timer List to change timer settings. Closes the EPG display and goes back to the previous display. Closes the EPG display.

GUIDE/ SYSTEM MENU

Using the Digital Favourites List
You can display the favourite channels set in the Favourites List on the EPG display. To set your favourite channels to the Favourites List, see Using the Favourites List (for digital broadcasting only) on page 34.

* 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.
The point where you stopped playing is cleared from memory when: you open the disc tray (except HDD). you turn off the recorder. you play another title (except HDD). you play a title other than that currently recorded during recording.
Playing from the beginning of the programme you are recording (Chase Play)
Pausing a TV broadcast (TV Pause/Pause Live TV)
You can pause a current TV broadcast that is tuned by the recorder and continue watching the programme at a later time. This is useful when you receive an unexpected phone call or visitor while watching TV.
Chase Play allows you to view the recorded part of a programme on the HDD while the recording is being made. You do not need to wait until the recording finishes.

Press N while recording.

Playback starts from the beginning of the programme you are recording. When you fast forward to the point that you are recording, Chase Play returns to normal playback.
While viewing a TV broadcast tuned by the recorder, press X.

The picture pauses.

Press N to resume watching the programme.
It may take a short while to start playback.
z You can record the programme for up to 3 hours.
Playing a previous recording while making another (Simultaneous Rec and Play)
Select the number of the title, chapter, time code, etc., you want using the number buttons or </,.
For example: Time Search To find a scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds, enter 21020. If you make a mistake, select another number.
Simultaneous Rec and Play allows you to play a disc or a previously recorded programme on the HDD while recording programmes. Playback continues even if a timer recording starts.

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.
You can change the angles only when multi-angles are recorded on the DVD.
Select a folder or file/track to copy, and press MARKER.
A check mark appears by the selected item. To clear the check mark, press MARKER again. To select/unselect all items, press the yellow button (Selection) repeatedly. To change the item order, press the green button (Sort) to select Name, Size, or Date (for photo files only), and press.

Notes on copying files

Music files from a CD are converted to MP3 format. Names for music files are automatically labelled as TRACK01, TRACK02, etc. While copying files, other operations including timer recordings are unavailable. If the timer is set during copying, the recorder starts the timer recording after copying is finished. Some discs cannot be copied to the HDD. If the HDD becomes full during copying, a warning message appears. To erase unnecessary items on the DivX/Photo/Music List, select the item, and press the red button (Edit) to select Erase, then press. Copying music files from a CD will take more time than the actual playing time because the files are converted to MP3 format. For example, copying a 60-minute music CD will take approximately 70 minutes.
Repeat step 8 to select all the folders or files/tracks you want to copy.

Select Media, and press Select Photo, and press
The Photo List appears. Options applicable only to the selected media are displayed.

F Scroll bar:

G Photo file number/Total number of photo files
Select a photo file, and press
The photo file is displayed in full view. To view the previous/next image, press./>. To rotate the image, press the green button (Rotate). To start a slideshow from the current image, press N. To go back to the Photo List, press O RETURN.
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.

Dubbing from the HDD to a DVD (HDD t DVD)
You can select the titles you want to dub at 1 speed using Dubbing List.
Insert the DVD that you are going to dub to.
See Playing Discs and Recorded Programmes on page 54.

Before you start

After you dub a title on the HDD to a DVD, the title cannot be edited on the DVD. Edit the title on the HDD beforehand. When you dub a Playlist title containing scenes in various recording modes and select Original for the dubbing mode, the selected title will be dubbed in the current recording mode for analogue broadcasting (the default setting is SP). To change the recording mode, select a dubbing mode other than Original. For titles containing scenes with various aspect ratios, dub on to DVD-RWs/DVDRs (VR mode) when dubbing from the HDD to DVDs.
z When you dub a Playlist title, it is recorded as an Original title.
Press HDD. Press TITLE LIST. Press the red button (Edit) to select Dubbing, and press.
The Dubbing List appears.
A Direction of dubbing B Total size (number) of the selected titles C Detailed information of the selected title D Check mark E Available space on the disc to be dubbed (approximate)
Titles containing copy protection signals are moved. For details on Move function, see Dubbing restriction on page 110. No other operations are available during dubbing. Timer recordings do not start while dubbing. Before you start dubbing, check the Timer List for any timer recordings that are due to start during a dubbing. Depending on the DVD, the aspect ratio may change when the title is dubbed.
Select a title you want to dub, and press MARKER.
A check mark appears next to the selected title. To cancel the selection, press MARKER again. To select/unselect all items, press the yellow button (Selection) to select Select All or Unselect All, and press. To switch between the Title List and the Playlist, press the blue button (Switch List). To change the title order, press the green button (Sort) to select By Name, By Length, etc., and press.
The dubbing speed does not exceed the maximum dubbing speed of this recorder even when using discs that support higher dubbing speeds. In addition, depending on the disc condition, the recorder may be unable to dub at the maximum dubbing speed.
To display dubbing information
While dubbing at 1 speed, you can preview the title and check the dubbing information all the time. Press DISPLAY to hide the dubbing information. While dubbing at high-speed, or when dubbing information is not displayed, press DISPLAY to check the dubbing information.

Dubbing from a Finalised DVD to the HDD (DVD t HDD)
Press x REC STOP. The display asks for confirmation. Select Yes, and press. When dubbing is stopped partway, no part of the title will be dubbed to the HDD.
You can dub titles on a finalised DVD to the HDD.
You cannot dub from DVD VIDEOs to the HDD. Bilingual titles are dubbed in stereo. Only the audio signal that is selected in Bilingual Recording in the Audio In setup (page 94) (A/L (default) or B/R) is dubbed to the HDD.
Insert the finalised DVD that you are going to dub from.
Press DVD. Press SYSTEM MENU.
Select Video (Title), and press
Press the red button (Edit) to select Dubbing, and press.
A check mark appears next to the selected title. To cancel the selection, press MARKER again. To select/unselect all items, press the yellow button (Selection) to select Select All or Unselect All, and press.
Repeat step 7 to select all of the titles you want to dub. Press the red button (Start Dub).
10 Select a dubbing mode using M/m,

and press.

Dubbing starts.
z When you select Original in step 10, titles are dubbed in the same mode as the recorded mode.
Playing the Disc on Other DVD Equipment (Finalise)
-RWVR -RWVideo +R -RVR -RVideo

Insert a disc.

Select Disc Setup, and press
Finalising is necessary when you play discs dubbed with this recorder on other DVD equipment. Before finalising, check the differences between the disc types in the table below.
Select Disc Information, and press.
The Disc Information display appears.
Select Finalise, and press Select Yes, and press.
Differences between disc types

+RW -RWVR

The recorder starts finalising the disc.
Finalising is unnecessary. Finalising is unnecessary when playing a disc on VR format compatible equipment. After finalising, you cannot edit or dub on the disc. However, a disc finalised on this recorder can be edited again if you unfinalise (page 82) or reformat (page 81) the disc. Note that if you reformat the disc, all dubbed contents will be erased. Even if your other DVD equipment is VR format compatible, you may need to finalise the disc, especially if the recording time is short. Finalising is necessary when playing on any equipment other than this recorder. After finalising, you cannot dub on the disc. However, a disc finalised on this recorder can be dubbed again if you unfinalise (page 82) or reformat (page 81) the disc. Note that if you reformat the disc, all dubbed contents will be erased. Finalising is necessary. The disc can be played only on equipment that supports DVD-R in VR mode. You cannot edit or dub on the disc after finalising. Finalising is necessary when playing on any equipment other than this recorder. After finalising, you cannot dub on the disc.

Full Select this when you can change the aspect ratio on your TV. Select this when you cannot change the aspect ratio on your TV. Shows a 4:3 size video with the aspect ratio as it is.
Audio Input Settings (Audio In)
You can adjust the sound according to the playback and connection conditions.

NICAM Select

For details on NICAM system, see page 51.
NICAM Standard Normally select this position. Select this if the sound from NICAM broadcasts is not clear.

Normal

Bilingual Rec. Mode (HDD)
This setting is effective when you record an analogue broadcast or an external input.

16:9 aspect ratio TV

This setting is not effective when HDMI Resolution is set to 576p.
When recording bilingual programmes, both main and sub sounds can be recorded. When recording bilingual programmes, only one sound track (main or sub) can be recorded. Set Bilingual Recording to A/L (default) or B/R in the Audio In setup (page 94).

HDMI Colour

Selects the method of outputting video signals for the HDMI jack.
Auto Automatically detects the connected TV type, and switches to the matching colour setting. Select this when connecting to an RGB device.
Some settings may not be available depending on the connected device.

Bilingual Recording

Selects the sound to be recorded. This setting is effective for recording of an analogue broadcast or an external input, or dubbing.
A/L B/R Records the main sound for the bilingual programme. Records the sub sound for the bilingual programme.

External Audio

Stereo Select this when receiving stereo programmes from connected equipment. Select this when receiving bilingual programmes from connected equipment.

Bilingual

When recording a bilingual audio signal to the HDD (when Bilingual Rec. Mode (HDD) is set to On (page 93)), both audio channels are recorded and you can select the sound when playing. When receiving audio input signals from the DV input jack, the recorder automatically selects Stereo or Bilingual regardless of the External Audio setting.

AD Mixing Level

Adjusts the mixing level of the main sound and the audio description. To increase the audio description volume, select a higher numeric value. The default setting is Middle.

DV Input

Select the setting for the audio input when DV camcorder dubbing. Select Mix or Stereo 2 only if you have added a second audio when recording with your digital video camera.

Picture

There is no picture.
, Re-connect all connecting cables securely. , The connecting cables are damaged. , Check the connection to your TV (page 16).
There is no picture or picture noise appears when connected to the DV IN jack.
, Try the following: 1Turn the recorder off and on again. 2Turn the connected equipment off and on again. 3Disconnect and then connect the i.LINK cable again.
, Set HDMI Resolution to 576p in the Video In/Out setup (page 92).
TV channels cannot be changed.
, A timer recording started, which changed the channels.
There is no picture or picture noise appears when connected to the HDMI OUT jack.
, Try the following: 1Turn the recorder off and on again. 2Turn the connected equipment off and on again. 3Disconnect and then connect the HDMI cable again. , The recorder is connected to an input device that is not HDCP compliant. , When picture noise appears after you change the HDMI Resolution setting, hold down x (stop) on the recorder, and press Z (open/close) on the recorder.
The picture from equipment connected to the recorders input jack does not appear on the screen.
, Press INPUT to switch the input source. Select L1 in the front panel display when the equipment is connected to the LINE 1/ DECODER jack, or L2 when the equipment is connected to the LINE 2 IN jack. , When Standby Mode is set to Mode 1 in the System 1 setup, input signals from the LINE 1/DECODER jack are not output from the LINE 3 TV jack. Set Standby Mode to Mode 2 in the System 1 setup (page 87).
There is no TV programme reception.
, Set the channel manually in Digital Manual Setting (page 84) or Analog Manual Setting (page 85) in the Channel setup. , Select the correct source using the INPUT button, or select a channel of any TV programme using the PROG +/ buttons. You can check the currently selected input source in the front panel display.
The playback picture or TV programme from the equipment connected through the recorder is distorted.
, If the playback picture output from a DVD player, VCR, or tuner goes through your recorder before reaching your TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some programmes could affect picture quality. Disconnect the playback equipment in question and connect it directly to your TV (page 25). Additional Information

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)
* The maximum length for one title is 8 hours.
Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Keep this important information about how to re-tune your Digital TV Recorder during the digital TV switchover
Television in the UK is going digital, bringing us all more choices and new services. Starting in late 2007 and ending in 2012, television services in the UK will go completely digital, TV region by TV region. Please see the overleaf to find out when your area switches to digital. Digital UK is the independent, non-profit organisation leading the process of digital TV switchover in the UK. Digital UK provides impartial information on what people need to do to prepare for the move to digital, and when they need to do it.
How the switchover affects Digital TV Recorders (DTR) including Freeview+ models and DVD Recorders with Freeview built in:
When the TV switchover happens in your area, there are at least two occasions when you will need to retune your digital TV recorder in order to continue receiving your existing TV channels, and also to pick up new ones. Digital UK, the body leading the digital TV switchover, will advise you when you need to re-tune during the switchover. If you find you cant receive the extra digital channels, it may be because your area is not covered by Freeview yet or that you need an aerial upgrade. Visit www.digital.co.uk to check.

How to re-tune:

Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode or during playback. Select Initial Setup using M/m, and press Select Channel using M/m, and press Follow the on-screen instructions.
Select Auto Channel Setting using M/m, and press
If you are missing any channels, it may be that they are not available in your area, or that your aerial needs upgrading. If you have any questions, please contact Sony on 999 or call Digital UK on 50 or visit www.digitaluk.co.uk

Calls charged at BT rate of 3p per minute daytime and 1p per minute evenings and weekends. Rates may vary for calls from non-BT lines.
Words in quotations appear in the on-screen displays.

Numerics

96kHz PCM 95
A-B Erase 67 AD Mixing Level 94 Aerial 16 AFT 86 Alternate Programmes 50 Analog Manual Setting 85 Audio In 93 Audio Out 95 Audio output 18 Auto Channel Setting 24, 84 Auto Chapter 87 Auto Clock Setting 83 Auto Finalisation 89 Auto Power off 87 Auto Service Update 87
Command Mode 88 Component Video Out 91 Conditional Access Module 20 Connecting the aerial cable 16 the HDMI cable 17 the video cables 17 Copy protection signals 110 Copy-Free 110 Copy-Never 110 Copy-Once 110 Country 23 CPRM 107 Creating a Playlist 69
D.TV Age Limit 96 D.TV Audio(Primary) 90 D.TV Audio(Secondary) 90 D.TV Subtitle(Primary) 90 D.TV Subtitle(Secondary) 90 D.TV Teletext(Primary) 90 D.TV Teletext(Secondary) 90 DATA CD 108 DATA DVD 108 Decoder 28, 86 Digital Channel List 85 Digital Manual Setting 84 Digital Services EPG 46 Disc 58 Disc Information 81 Format 81 Rename 68 Disc settings 74 Disc Setup 74, 81 Disc types 106, 108 Divide 68
Batteries 21 Bilingual Rec. Mode (HDD) 93 Bilingual Recording 94 Bilingual recording 51 BRAVIA Sync 20
DivX video files 59 DivX Registration 88 Dolby Digital 18, 95 DRC 96 DTS 18, 95 Dubbing 66 Dubbing dubbing format 106 from a finalised DVD to the HDD 73 from the HDD to a DVD 71 Move 110 DV camcorder 78 DV camcorder dubbing 78 DV Dubbing 80 One Touch Dubbing 79 DV Dubbing 80 DV Input 79, 94 DVD Audio 90 DVD Menu 90 DVD Playback 96 DVD Subtitle 90 DVD VIDEO 108 DVD+R 106, 108 DVD+RW 106, 108 DVD-R 106, 108 DVD-RAM 108 DVD-ROM 108 DVD-RW 106, 108
Easy Setup 23, 97 Editing 66 Playlist 69 titles 66 EP Mode Time 87 EPG Viewing a list of available channels 46 EPG Type Select 88 Erase 66, 67 External Audio 94
CAM 20 Canal Plus 27 CD 108 CH System 85 Change Password 97 Channel 84, 85 Chap.Search 57 Chapter 58 Chase Play 56 Child Lock 54 CI Information 89 Clock Setting 83
File Search 61 Finalise 74 Finalising 74 Freeze Frame 56, 61 Front panel 12 Front Panel Display 89 Front panel display 13

Dubbing (TAPE y DVD)________
DV Dubbing (DV t DVD) _______ Settings and Adjustments _______
Additional Information __________

Copy guard function

Since the recorder has a copy guard function, programs received through an external tuner (not supplied) may contain copy protection signals (copy guard function) and as such may not be recordable, depending on the type of signal.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
7 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This recorder is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma display panels and projection televisions are especially susceptible to this. If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11 Only use attachments/ accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

About this manual

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

+RW -RWVR

Meaning Functions available for DVD+RWs Functions available for DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-RWs in video mode Functions available for DVD+Rs Functions available for DVD-Rs Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for VIDEO CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format or Super VCD format Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CDRWs in music CD format Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-Rs/CDRWs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG files) Functions available for VHS VIDEOs

-RWVideo

DATA CD
* MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.

Table of Contents

WARNING. 2 Precautions. 3 Ways to Use Your Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder. 8 Quick Guide to DVD Disc Types. 10 Recordable and playable VHS tapes. 14

Hookups and Settings. 15

Hooking Up the Recorder. 15 Step 1: Unpacking. 15 Step 2: Connecting the Antenna Cable. 15 Step 3: Connecting to Your TV. 18 Step 4: Connecting to Your AV/Amplifier (Receiver). 23 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord. 26 Step 6: Preparing the Remote. 26 Step 7: Easy Setup. 30 Setting Up the VCR Plus+ System. 32 Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device. 34

Basic Operation. 37

Playing a DVD Disc or VHS Tape. 37 Recording a Program to a DVD Disc. 38 Recording a Program to a VHS Tape. 39 Using the On-Screen Menus. 40 Using the Title List. 42 Using the DVD Disc Setting Displays. 43 Checking the Play Information and Playing Time. 45 Changing the Name of a Recorded Program (Title Input). 46

DVD Recording. 47

Before Recording. 47 DVD Recording without the Timer. 48 DVD Timer Recording (Standard/VCR Plus+). 50 Recording from Connected Equipment with a Timer (Synchro Rec). 53 Checking/Changing/Canceling DVD Timer Settings (Timer List). 55 Recording from Connected Equipment without a Timer. 56

Playlist (page 84)
Discs that cannot be recorded on
DVD-RWs (Ver.1.0) DVD+RWs that are not 2.4x-speed compatible Double layer discs 8 cm discs

,continued

12 cm/8 cm discs
DVD-RW DVD+RW Operation 12 cm Playback Recording Yes Yes 8 cm VR mode 12 cm Yes Yes 8 cm Yes No Video mode 12 cm Yes Yes 8 cm Yes No 12 cm 8 cm Yes Yes 12 cm Yes Yes 8 cm Yes No DVD+R DVD-R

Playable discs

Characteristics

DVD VIDEO

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/ Super VIDEO CD format (with PBC function) Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchased CD-Rs/CD-RWs created on a PC or similar device in music format, or MP3 or JPEG format that conforms to ISO9660* Level 1/Level 2

VIDEO CD

* A logical format of files and folders on DATA-CDs, defined by ISO (International Standard Organization).
Discs that cannot be played
CD-Rs/CD-RWs, other than those recorded in music CD format, MP3 or JPEG format, or Video CD format Data part of CD-Extras DVD-ROMs DVD Audio discs DVD-RAMs HD layer on Super Audio CDs
DVD VIDEOs with a different region code (see page 13) A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM
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.

to VHF/UHF IN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

C: Cable without cable box, or antenna only (no cable TV)
Use this hookup if you watch cable channels without a cable box. Also use this hookup if you are using a VHF/UHF antenna or separate VHF and UHF antennas. With this hookup, you can record any channel by selecting the channel on the recorder.

VIDEO VIDEO

S VIDEO OUT
Step 3: Connecting to Your TV
Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your TV.
(red) Audio/video cord (supplied)

(yellow)

INPUT VIDEO

(white)

AUDIO R

to LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R)

TV or projector
Do not connect more than one type of video cord between the recorder and your TV at the same time.
A Connecting to audio/video input
If your TV, monitor, projector, or other equipment has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get better picture and sound if you connect the recorder using this connection.
Yellow White (L) Red (R) Yellow White (L) Red (R)
B Connecting to an antenna input
If your TV does not have audio/video (A/V) input jack, connect the recorder to a TV using an antenna cable.
Setting the RF Output channel
When connecting the recorder to the TV using only the antenna cable, you must set the RF Output channel in the Tuner Preset so that the TV can receive the correct signal from the recorder.

"/1

TV/VIDEO
1 Press "/1 to turn on the recorder. 2 Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly until TV
disappears from the front panel display.
3 Turn on your TV and set it to the channel 3.
When using channel 4 to receive the recorder signal, see 3, 4 Ch Out on page 98.
If your TV has an S video input jack
Connect an S video cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images. Make audio connections using the AUDIO OUT L/R jacks when you connect the recorder using this connection.

AUDIO S VIDEO L R

S video cord (not supplied)
Audio cord (not supplied)

(white) to AUDIO OUT L/R

to S VIDEO OUT
Do not connect more than one type of video cord between the recorder and your TV at the same time. When recording a DVD, the DVD video signal is output to the S VIDEO OUT even if you switch the output to VIDEO.
If your TV has component video input jacks
Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. If your TV accepts progressive 480p format signals, you must use this connection and then set Progressive of Video to On in the Setup display (page 101). The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up when the recorder outputs progressive signals. Make audio connections using the AUDIO OUT L/R jacks when you connect the recorder using this connection.

input jack

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1 Digital or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack, use this connection. Connect using a coaxial or optical digital cord (not supplied).
Coaxial cord Optical cord
Surround effect (page 60) Surround1
Surround effect Dolby Digital (5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch)

Surround2

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. *2 DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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.

Z OPEN/ CLOSE DVD CH +/ TV/DVDVIDEO switch "/1
Slide the TV/DVDVIDEO switch to DVDVIDEO, then press VIDEO to control the VCR. Insert a tape.
The VCR starts playing automatically if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed.

INPUT SELECT

x STOP z REC

REC MODE

Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on the disc tray.
Recording a Program to a VHS Tape

TV/DVDVIDEO switch

"/1 VIDEO CH +/
Wait until LOAD disappears from the front panel display. Unused DVD-RWs are formatted in VR mode automatically. To format in Video mode, see page 43.
Press CH +/ or INPUT SELECT to select the channel or input source you want to record. Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode.
Each time you press the button, the display changes on the TV screen as follows:

x STOP z REC REC MODE

For more details about the recording mode, see page 47.

Press z REC.

REC appears in the front panel display and recording starts. Recording continues until you stop the recording or the disc is full.

To stop recording

Press x STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording.
z Hint This recorder can record on various discs. Select the disc type according to your needs (page 10).
Slide the TV/DVDVIDEO switch to DVDVIDEO, then press VIDEO to control the VCR. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
Press CH +/ or INPUT SELECT to select the channel or input source you want to record.
Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the tape speed, 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.
Using the On-Screen Menus
REC appears in the front panel display and recording starts. Recording continues until you stop the recording or the tape reaches the end.
This section introduces the System Menu, TOOLS menu, and sub-menu. By using these displays, you can perform most of the recorders operations.

SYSTEM MENU O RETURN

M/m, ENTER

System Menu

The System Menu appears when you press SYSTEM MENU, and provides entries to all of the recorders main functions, such as timer recording and setup. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER.
Title List(Original) Title List Timer Edit Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM

A Title List (page 42):

Press ENTER to display the Title List menu, which shows recorded titles on the disc.

B Timer (pages 50, 69):

Allows you to set a new timer recording setting. You can also display the Timer List menu, which allows you to check, change, or cancel timer settings.

Sub-menu

The sub-menu appears when you select an item from a list menu (e.g. a title from the Title List menu), and press ENTER. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER.

C Edit (page 81):

Allows you to create and edit a Playlist (DVD-RW in VR mode only), record a DV format tape onto a disc, dub from a DVD disc to a VHS tape and dub from a VHS tape to a DVD disc.
Example: The Title List menu
D Disc Setting (page 43):
Allows you to format or finalize a DVD.
01:29:03 > 00:31:23 > Play 01:59:00 > Erase

E Setup (page 96):

Turns on the Setup display, which allows you to set up the recorder to suit your preferences.
Protect > 00:58:56 Title Name AB Erase

Selectable options

The options that can be selected differ according to the media. In addition, the options that can be selected also differ according to the operating mode and the disc condition. Example: When a disc or a VHS tape is in stop mode.

+RW -RWVR -RWVideo -R +R

Options for the selected item
The TOOLS menu appears when you press TOOLS, and displays options. You can search for a title/chapter/track, check the playing and remaining time, or change audio and repeat settings. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Select the option by pressing M/m and ENTER. Example: When you press TOOLS while a DVD-RW (VR mode) is playing.

Title 1/4 1/1

C Chapter

DVD VCD CD DATA CD

Time 00:00:25 Audio ENG Dolby 5.1 (1/3) Repeat OFF Remain 00:01:30 Adjust ENTER Enter

* Unfinalized disc only

The System Menu is not displayed when recording DVD and dubbing a VHS tape to a disc. When the System Menu is displayed, DVD and VIDEO buttons are not available.
The TOOLS menu may not be displayed during DVD recording.
Example: DVD-RW in VR mode

Using the Title List

The titles of programs recorded on a disc are displayed in the Title List.

01 CH 23

02 CH CH CH 97
A Title type (DVD-RW in VR mode only):
Displays the title type, Title List(Original) or Playlist.
TITLE LIST ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST TOP MENU MENU
B Movie thumbnail image C Title information:

Select Timer, and press ENTER.
No Rec To Date End Source Mode Edit
Select Timer List, and press ENTER.

DVD DVD ---------

Do you want to erase No.01?

--:---:--

--/---/---/--

05 LP 06 LP ---------

Cancel
To turn off the Timer List
Timer information displays the recording date, time, recording mode, etc.
Even if the timer is set, timer recordings cannot be made while recording a program that has priority.
Recording from Connected Equipment without a Timer
You can record from a connected VCR or similar device. To connect other VCR or similar device, see Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device on page 34. Use the DV IN jack on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK jack).
Select the line input audio.
Insert the source tape into the connected equipment and set to playback pause. At the same time, press z REC on this recorder and the pause or play button on the connected equipment.
Recording starts. To stop recording, press x STOP on this recorder.
If you connect a digital video camera with a DV IN jack
See Dubbing from a DV Format Tape to a DVD on page 94 for an explanation of how to record from the DV IN jack.
Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Insert a recordable disc. Press INPUT SELECT to select an input source according to the connection you made.
The front panel display changes as follows:

program position

When recording a video game image, the screen may not be clear. Any program that contains a Copy-Never copy guard signal cannot be recorded. The recorder automatically stops recording after a few seconds.

Playing Discs

If you inserted a DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD, CD, or DATA CD, press H PLAY. Playback starts. Playback starts automatically depending on the disc.

Playing

For details about the Title List, see Using the Title List on page 42. Example: DVD-RW (VR mode)

No. Title Length Edit

Z OPEN/ CLOSE DVD Number buttons

01:29:03 >

00:31:23 > 01:59:00 > 00:58:56 >
TITLE LIST M/m, ENTER TOP MENU H PLAY MENU m/M x STOP REPEAT
Select the title, and press ENTER.
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).

z Hints You can switch the playback DVD audio while dubbing. The brightness of the playback video may differ from that during normal DVD playback. The DVD playback time may differ slightly from the VHS tape counter value. The audio being played back (main audio, sub audio, etc.) is the dubbed audio.

DV Dubbing (DV t DVD)

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 with a Timer (Synchro Rec) on page 53.
Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the DV IN Jack
You can connect a digital video camera to the DV IN jack on the recorder to record or edit from a DV format tape. Operation is straightforward because the recorder will fast forward and rewind the tape for you you do not need to operate your digital video camera. Do the following to start using the DV Edit functions of this recorder. See the instruction manual supplied with the digital video camera as well before connecting.
To record from the DV IN jack
The DV IN jack on this recorder conforms to the i.LINK standard. You can connect any other equipment that has an i.LINK (DV) jack, and record digital signals. Follow the instructions in Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the DV IN Jack, and then move on to the section on dubbing. For more information about i.LINK, see About i.LINK on page 115.
z Hint If you plan to do additional editing on a disc after the initial dub, use the DV IN jack and record on a DVD-RW (VR mode).
The DV IN jack is for input only. It will not output signals. You cannot use the DV IN jack when: your digital video camera does not work with this recorder. Connect the camera to the LINE IN jack and follow the instructions of Recording from Connected Equipment without a Timer on page 56. the input signal is not in DVC-SD format. Do not connect a MICRO MV format digital video camera even if it has an i.LINK jack. the images on the tape contain copy protection signals, which limit recording. 16:9 images are recorded in 4:3 size.

When selecting DV input, lines appear on the screen. This is not a malfunction. Connect a digital video camera and display an image. These lines disappears.

To DV IN

i.LINK cable (not supplied)

DV output

Digital video camera : Signal flow
Dubbing from a DV Format Tape to a DVD
You can record a DV format tape onto a disc. The recorder controls the digital video camera. You can fast forward, rewind, play in slow motion, and stop the tape to select the scenes using the recorders remote control. How chapters are created The recorder divides the title in either 5 or 15minute intervals, according to the setting in DVD Auto Chapter in Features setup (page 104).

Z OPEN/ CLOSE DVD CH +/

Insert the source DV format tape into your digital video camera.
For the recorder to record or edit, your digital video camera must be set to video playback mode.
Press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select DV. Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode.
INPUT SELECT SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m, ENTER
Select Audio, and press ENTER.
Audio Title list Timer Edit Disc Setting 10:10 AM
14 Select DV Edit, and press ENTER.
The display for recording and DV Tape Mode appear. If DV Tape Mode does not appear, check the connection to your digital video camera.

DV Tape Mode

Tuner Audio Digital Out Downmix Audio DRC Scan Audio DV Audio Input

: Main

: Normal : Standard : On : Stereo 1 : Stereo

Line Audio Input

10 Select DV Audio Input, and press ENTER.
: Normal : Standard : On : : Stereo 1 Stereo 2
15 Select z on the TV screen, and press

ENTER.

Starts recording the tape contents. You can use m, x, X, y, H, M, and z on the TV screen to search the point you want to start recording.
Stereo 1: Records original sound only. Normally select this when dubbing a DV format tape. Stereo 2: Records additional audio only. Select Stereo 2 if you have added a second audio channel when recording with your digital video camera.

To stop during recording

Select x on the TV screen, and press ENTER. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording.
11 Select Stereo 1 or Stereo 2, and press
To turn off the display for recording
Press INPUT SELECT or CH +/.
12 Press O RETURN twice. 13 Select Edit, and press ENTER.
If you want to play the disc on other DVD equipment, finalize the disc (page 44). You cannot connect more than one piece of digital video equipment to the recorder. You cannot control the recorder using another device or another recorder of the same model. You cannot record date, time, or the contents of the cassette memory onto the disc. If you record from a DV format tape with a sound track that is recorded in multiple sampling frequencies (48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 32 kHz), no sound or an unnatural sound will be output when playing back the sampling frequency switch point on the disc. The recorded picture may be momentarily affected if the picture size of the source image changes, or if there is nothing recorded on the tape. Noise may occur when you switch the audio sampling mode (48 kHz/16 bits t 32 kHz/12 bits). 16:9 images are recorded in 4:3 size.

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.
Mode1 Select this if the default command mode conflicts with other DVD equipment. Select this if the default command mode conflicts with other DVD equipment. The default command mode of the recorder.
Select Rating Level, and press ENTER. The selection items for Rating Level are displayed.
: On: Level (Adults) Level (Adults) Level 7 Level 6 Level 5 Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1 (Kids)
The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.
Select the level, and press ENTER. The Parental setting is complete. To cancel the Parental setting for the disc, set Password to Off in step 3. To change the password, select Change Password in step 5, and press ENTER. When the display for registering a password appears, enter a new four-digit password using the number buttons.

Factory Setting

Allows you to return the setup settings to their default settings. Note that all of your previous settings will be lost.
After step 3 above, select Factory Setting, and press ENTER. Select Start, and press ENTER. The setup settings return to their default settings. Press "/1 to turn off the recorder, and press "/1 again to turn it on. The Easy Setup display appears. Follow the instructions for Easy Setup (page 30) from step 5.

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 non-standard 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 the VCR mechanism
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a dry, soft cloth, or a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzine.

On cleaning discs

Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc. It may cause a malfunction.
Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads

Notes about the discs

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.
initial contamination terminal

Inputs and outputs

Specifications
System DVD recorder section

LINE 1 IN and LINE 2 IN

Semiconductor laser

Audio recording format

VIDEO IN, phono jack (1 each) Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative AUDIO IN, phono jacks (2 each) Input level: 327 mVrms Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms

Video recording format

MPEG Video VCR section

Format

S VIDEO, 4-pin, mini-DIN jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, sync negative C: 0.286 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms DV IN, 4-pin jack, i.LINK S100

VHS NTSC standard

Video recording system
Rotary head helical scanning FM system

Video heads

Double azimuth four heads

Video signal

VIDEO OUT, phono jack (1) Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative AUDIO OUT, phono jacks (2) Standard output: 327 mVrms Load impedance: 47 kilohms Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms
NTSC color, EIA standards

Tape speed

SP: 33.35 mm/s (13/8 inches/s) EP: 11.12 mm/s (7/16 inches/s) LP: 16.67 mm/s (11/16 inches/s), playback only
Maximum recording/playback time
OPTICAL, Optical output jack 18 dBm (wave length: 660 nm) COAXIAL, phono jack Output signal: 0.5 Vp-p, 75 ohms
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, Pb, Pr)
8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160 tape)

Rewind time

Phono jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p/Pb, Pr: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Approx. 1 min (with T-120 tape) Tuner section

Channel coverage

4-pin, mini-DIN jack Y: 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, sync negative C: 0.286 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms
VHF 2 to 13 UHF 14 to 69 CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84

Antenna

75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/UHF Timer section

Quartz locked

Timer indication

12-hour cycle

Timer setting
12 programs in total (max.)

General

Power requirements

Rear panel

AUDIO OUT COMPONENT LINE OUT

VIDEO OUT

A S VIDEO OUT jack (20) B DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL/ OPTICAL) jacks (25) C AUDIO OUT L/R jacks (25) D COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB, PR) jacks (21)
E LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R/VIDEO) jacks (18, 23) F LINE 1 IN (AUDIO L/R/VIDEO) jacks (35) G VHF/UHF IN/OUT jacks (15)

Glossary

Chapter (page 62)
Sections of a picture or a music feature that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Depending on the disc, no chapters may be recorded.

DVD-RW (page 10)

A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The DVDRW has two different modes: VR mode and Video mode. DVDs created in Video mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the contents to be programmed or edited.
Copy protection signals (page 48)
Copy restriction set by copyright owners, etc. These signals are included in some software or TV programs and restrict recording on this recorder.

DVD+R (page 10)

A DVD+R (read plus R) is a recordable disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. Contents can be recorded only once to a DVD+R, and will have the same format as a DVD VIDEO.

Dolby Digital (page 102)

Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. This technology conforms to multi-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format. Dolby Digital provides the same discrete channels of high quality digital audio found in Dolby Digital theater surround sound systems. Good channel separation is realized because all of the channel data is recorded discretely, and little deterioration occurs because all channel data processing is digital.

DVD-R (page 10)

A DVD-R is a recordable disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. Contents can be recorded only once to a DVD-R, and will have the same format as a DVD VIDEO.

DVD VIDEO (page 10)

A disc that contains up to eight hours of moving pictures on a disc the same diameter as a CD. The data capacity of a single-layer and singlesided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7 times that of a CD. The data capacity of a doublelayer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a singlelayer and double-sided DVD is 9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided DVD is 17 GB. The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, which is a worldwide standard of digital compression technology. The picture data is compressed to about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The DVD also uses a variable rate coding technology that changes the data to be allocated according to the status of the picture. Audio information is recorded in a multi-channel format, such as Dolby Digital, allowing you to enjoy a more real audio presence. Furthermore, various advanced functions such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental Control functions are provided on the DVD.