2-186-506-12(1)
Video Cassette Recorder/ DVD Recorder

Operating Instructions

RDR-VX500
For customers in the U.S.A Owners Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. RDR-VX500 Serial No.______________ For Customers in Canada If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service. For other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service Centre at 1-877-899-7669 or write to us at: Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6

2004 Sony Corporation

CAUTION

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop only.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior. CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this VCR-DVD recorder is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Precautions

On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

Keep the recorder, discs, and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers. Do not place heavy objects on the recorder. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Hookups and Settings __________
Basic Operation _______________

On power sources

Operate the recorder only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz. The recorder is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the recorder itself has been turned off. If you are not going to use the recorder for a long time, be sure to disconnect the recorder from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

On recording

Contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if the recording or playback is not made due to a malfunction of the recorder, disc, etc. Make trial recordings before making the actual recording.
DVD Recording ________________
Playing Discs _________________
VCR Recording ________________ Playing VHS Tapes_____________

Copyrights

Television programs, films, video tapes, discs, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmitter and/or program owner. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
DVD Editing __________________

On placement

Place the recorder in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the recorder. If the recorder is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the recorder and cause damage to the video head, tape, and the optical block. When you first install the recorder, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about three hours before operating the recorder. Do not place the recorder on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes. Do not place the recorder in a confined space such as a bookshelf or similar unit. Do not place the recorder in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock. Do not place the recorder in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.

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 COMPONENT VIDEO IN

(green) (blue)
Component video cord (not supplied)

AUDIO OUT

(red) (white)
(green) (blue) (red) to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

to AUDIO OUT L/R

When playing wide screen images
Some recorded images may not fit your TV screen. To change the aspect ratio, see page 100.
z Hint Video signal can also be output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack when playing a VHS tape.
Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the case of 480 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the standard definition output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 480p DVD recorder, please contact our customer service center. When recording a DVD, the DVD video signal is output to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT even if you switch the output to VIDEO.
Step 4: Connecting to Your AV/Amplifier (Receiver)
Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to listen to DVD audio tracks through your AV amplifier (receiver).

(yellow)*

AV amplifier (receiver)
to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) or Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
Optical digital cord (not supplied)
[Speakers] Rear (L) Front (L) Center

to optical digital input

to coaxial digital input
[Speakers] Rear (R) Front (R)

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.

Stereo programs

Like the SP or EP recording mode of VCRs, this recorder has six different recording modes. Select a recording mode according to the time and picture quality you need. For example, if picture quality is your top priority, select the High Quality mode (HQ). If recording time is your priority, Super Long Play mode (SLP) can be a possible choice. Note that the recording time in the following table is an approximate guide. Press REC MODE repeatedly to switch the recording modes.
I want to record with the best possible picture quality, so Ill select HQ.
When a stereo program is received, the STEREO indicator lights up in the front panel display. If there is noise in the stereo program, press AUDIO repeatedly until the MONO indicator disappears from the TV screen. The sound will be recorded in monaural but with less noise.
SAP (Second Audio Program)
When a SAP (Second Audio Program) is received, the SAP indicator lights up in the front panel display. To record only SAP sound, set Tuner Audio of Audio to SAP in the Setup display (page 102).

Unrecordable pictures

Pictures with copy protection cannot be recorded on this recorder.
Copy control signals Copy-Free Recordable discs

+RW +R -RWVR -RWVideo -R

DVD Recording without the Timer
TV/DVDVIDEO switch VIDEO CH +/ INPUT SELECT

Copy-Once

Ver.1.1 with CPRM* Ver.1.2 with CPRM* Copy-Never None

DISPLAY

* The recorded disc can be played only on CPRM compatible equipment. Recording stops when a copy guard signal is detected.

H PLAY

X PAUSE x STOP
Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on the disc tray.
Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode.
Recording using the Quick Timer (One-touch Timer Recording)
You can set the recorder to record in 30 minute increments.
Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Press z REC repeatedly to set the duration.
Each press advances the time in 30 minute increments. The maximum duration is six hours.

0:30 1:00 5:30 6:00

Recording starts. Recording continues until you stop the recording or the disc is full.

(normal recording)

To pause recording
Press X PAUSE. To restart recording, press X PAUSE again.
OTR (One-touch Timer Recording) and the remaining recording time are displayed in the front panel display while recording. The time counter decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the recorder stops recording (power turns off).

Playing JPEG Image Files

You can play JPEG image files on DATA CDs (CD-Rs/CD-RWs).
TOOLS O RETURN TOP MENU H PLAY
M/m/</,, ENTER./> x STOP
If you load a DATA CD which contains only JPEG files, the screen shown in step 3 appears. Skip to step 4.
Select Photo, then press ENTER.

Directory information

10:10 AM Slide Show

To zoom in an image

Press M/m/</, to select an image in the Index display, then press ENTER. Press </, to select ENTER. , then press

\\abc\defg

Press ENTER repeatedly to change the magnification. Each time you press ENTER, the magnification changes as shown below. 2 t 4 t 2 t normal magnification

Page 1 / 2

To enjoy the Slide show
Press./> to select the next/ previous album page, then press M/m/</ , to select an image. To display the selected image
Press M/m/</, to select an image in the Index display, then press ENTER.
Press ENTER. The selected image is displayed over the entire screen. To display the next/previous image, press./>.
Press </, to select , then press ENTER. The Slide Show Speed menu appears. : Slow : Normal : Fast Press </, to select the desired play speed, then press ENTER. Slide show starts.

To play the Slide show

Press H PLAY. You can also play the Slide show using the menu on the selected image. For details, see To enjoy the Slide show on page 65. Press </, to select the desired playing speed on the Slide Show Speed menu, then press ENTER. Slide show starts from the selected image.
To turn on/off the menu in the single image display
Press TOOLS to turn off the menu.
To rotate the selected image
Slide show can play in only one direction. You cannot rotate or zoom in the image during Slide show. in the rotated image display, If you select the images in the Index display will not be rotated.
Press M/m/</, to select an image in the Index display, then press ENTER. Press </, to select , then press ENTER. Each time you press ENTER, the image turns clockwise by 90.

About JPEG image files

You can play JPEG image files on CD-Rs or CDRWs. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 level 1 or level 2 for the player to recognize the files. You can also play discs recorded in Multi Session. See the instructions of the CD-R/RW device or recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format.
To play a Multi Session CD
This player can play Multi Session CDs when an JPEG image file is located in the first session. Any subsequent JPEG image files, recorded in the later sessions, can also be played back. When audio tracks and images in music CD format or video CD format are recorded in the first session, only the first session will be played back.

Auto (Auto Clock Set)

Turns on the Auto Clock Set function when a channel in your local area broadcasts a time signal.
Follow steps 1 to 3 of Using the Setup Displays on page 96 to select Clock Set in the Setup display. Select Auto, and press ENTER.
Auto Title list Timer Edit 10:10 AM

Manual

If the Auto Clock Set function did not set the clock correctly for your local area, set the clock manually.
Clock Set CH Time Zone Daylight Saving

: Auto : Auto : Auto

Follow steps 1 to 3 of Using the Setup Displays on page 96 to select Clock Set in the Setup display. Select Manual, and press ENTER.

Clock Set 10:10 AM

Disc Setting Title list Setup Timer

Month Day 01 01

Year 2004 AM/PM AM THU
Select Clock Set CH, Time Zone, or Daylight Saving and press ENTER. Adjust these settings by pressing M/m and ENTER. Clock Set CH Select a channel that carries a time signal using M/m. Use this option if you know of a channel that carries a time signal. Most PBS member stations broadcast a time signal. For the fastest response select your local PBS station. Leave the setting at Auto to have the recorder automatically search for a channel that carries a time signal.
Clock Set CH Title list Timer Edit Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM

Hour Min

12 : 00
Press M/m to set the month, and press ,. Set the day, year, hour, minutes, and AM/PM in sequence. Press </, to select the item to be set, then press M/m to set the numbers. The day of the week is set automatically. Press ENTER to start the clock.
z Hint To change the numbers in step 3, press < to return to the item to be changed, and select the numbers by pressing M/m.

Video Settings (Video)

Video settings will adjust items related to the image, such as size and color. Choose the settings according to the type of TV, tuner, or decoder connected to the recorder.

4:3 Letter Box

Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select Setup, and press ENTER. Select Video, and press ENTER.
The Video setup appears with the following options. The default settings are underlined.

4:3 Pan Scan

Depending on the disc, 4:3 Letter Box may be selected automatically instead of 4:3 Pan Scan or vice versa.

Dolby Surround Normally select this position. Multi-channel audio signals are output to two channels for enjoying surround sounds. Multi-channel audio signals are downmixed to two channels for use with your stereo.

DV Audio Input

Stereo 1 Records original sound only. Normally select this when dubbing a DV format tape. Records additional audio only.

Stereo 2

Select Stereo 2 if you have added a second audio channel when recording with your digital video camera.
When recording from equipment connected to the LINE 1 IN or LINE 2 IN jack to a DVD disc in this recorder, select line input audio.
Stereo Records stereo sound only. Select this for discs other than DVD-RWs (VR mode). Records the two different sound tracks on DVD-RWs (VR mode). You can select either sound track when playing back the disc.

Normal

Main/Sub
Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (DVDs only)
Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to Audio DRC. This affects the output from the following jacks: LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) jacks DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack only when Dolby Digital Output is set to D-PCM (page 102).
Standard TV Mode Normally select this position. Makes low sounds clear even if you turn the volume down.

Scan Audio

On Outputs audio signal during FF1 fast-forward of a DVD disc with Dolby Digital sound tracks. No sound is output during FF1 fast-forward.

VCR Function

Recording and VCR Settings (Features)
The Features setup allows you to change the tape length, auto play and auto repeat settings.
Press ENTER, and select Tape Length, Auto Play, and Auto Repeat. Tape Length
T-120 T-160 When using a T-120 or shorter length tape. When using a T-160 length tape. When using a T-180 or longer length tape.
The Features setup appears with the following options. The default settings are underlined.
Features Title list Timer Edit Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM

Auto Play

On To start playback automatically, when you insert a tape with its safety tab removed. To turn off Auto play. You need to press H PLAY to start playback, even if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed.
DVD Auto Chapter VCR Function Synchro Recording

: 5 min

: to DVD

Auto Repeat

On To play back a tape repeatedly. The VCR rewinds a tape to the beginning and restarts playback automatically. To turn off Auto repeat.

DVD Auto Chapter

Automatically divides a recording (a title) into chapters by inserting chapter markings at a specified interval. The markings are inserted while the recording is being made.
Off 5 Min No chapter mark is inserted. Inserts chapter marks at approximately 5 minute intervals. Inserts chapter marks at approximately 15 minute intervals.

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.
If you forget your password, select Factory Setting of Options in the Setup display. When you play discs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this recorder. Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the Parental Control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level.

The playback picture or TV program 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 programs could affect picture quality. Disconnect the playback equipment in question and connect it directly to your TV.
The picture does not fill the screen.
, Set TV Type in Video setup in accordance with the aspect ratio of your TV (page 100).
The picture does not fill the screen, even though the aspect ratio is set in TV Type in Video setup.
, The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your DVD.

DVD Playback

The disc does not play.
, The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the labeled side facing up. , The disc is not correctly inserted. , Moisture has condensed inside the recorder. Remove the disc and leave the recorder turned on for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates. , If the disc was recorded on another recorder, the recorder cannot play the disc if it was not finalized (page 44).

There is no sound.

, Re-connect all connections securely. , The connecting cord is damaged. , The input source setting on the amplifier or the connection to the amplifier is incorrect. , The recorder is in reverse play, fast-forward, slow motion, or pause mode. , If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jacks, check the Audio setup settings (page 102).
The disc does not start playback from the beginning.
, Resume play was activated (page 58). , You have inserted a disc whose Title menu or DVD menu automatically appears on the TV screen when it is first inserted. Use the menu to start playback.

Sound is noisy.

, When playing a CD with DTS sound tracks, noise will come from the LINE OUT (AUDIO L/ R) jacks (page 61).
The recorder starts playing the disc automatically.
, The DVD VIDEO features an auto playback function.

The sound volume is low

, The sound volume is low on some DVDs. The sound volume may improve if you set Audio DRC in Audio setup to TV Mode (page 103).
Playback stops automatically.
, If the disc has an auto pause signal, the recorder stops playback at the auto pause signal.

An alternate audio track cannot be recorded or played.
, Second Audio Program (SAP) is not available for all programs. The program you are recording does not have a second audio program. , You have set Tuner Audio in Audio setup to Main (page 102). Select SAP to record alternate audio programs. , If you have connected an AV amplifier to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack and want to change the audio track for a DVD-RW (VR mode) during playback, set Dolby Digital in Audio setup to D-PCM (page 102).
Some functions such as Stop, Search, or Slowmotion Play cannot be performed.
Additional Information , Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the operations above. See the instruction manual supplied with the disc.
The language for the sound track cannot be changed.
, Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the disc being played. , The DVD VIDEO prohibits the changing of the language for the sound track. , Try changing the language using the DVD VIDEOs menu.
The subtitle language cannot be changed or turned off.
, Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD VIDEO. , The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing of the subtitles. , Try changing the subtitle using the DVD VIDEOs menu. , The subtitles cannot be changed for the titles recorded on this recorder.
DVD Recording/Timer recording/ Editing
The channel cannot be changed from the channel you are recording.
, Set the TVs input source to TV.
Recording does not start immediately after you press z REC.
, Operate the recorder only after LOAD, FORMAT, or INF WRITE disappears from the front panel display.
The angles cannot be changed.
, Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD VIDEO being played. , You are trying to change the angles when does not appear in the front panel display (page 59). , The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing angles. , Try changing the angle using the DVD VIDEOs menu. , The angles cannot be changed for the titles recorded on this recorder.
Nothing was recorded even though you set the timer setting correctly.
, There was a power failure during recording. , Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet, and connect it again. , The program contains copy protection signals that restrict copying. , 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 (page 51). , There is no DVD inside the recorder. , There is not enough disc space for the recording.

VHS Others

A tape cannot be inserted.
, Check that a tape is not already in the tape compartment.
The disc tray does not open after you press Z OPEN/CLOSE.

Display

The clock has stopped.
, Set the clock again (page 99).
, It may take a few seconds for the disc tray to open after you have recorded or edited a disc. This is because the recorder is adding disc data to the disc.
The c indicator is flashing.
, The disc does not have enough space. , Insert a recordable disc or a tape with its safety tab in place inside the recorder.
The disc tray does not open and TRAY LOCKED appears in the front panel display.
, Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Remote control

The remote does not function.
, Batteries are weak. , The remote is too far from the recorder. , The remotes manufacturer code returned to the default setting when you replaced the batteries. Reset the code (page 26). , Turn on the recorder. , The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the recorder. , Different command modes are set for the recorder and remote. Set the same command mode (page 29). , Slide the TV/DVDVIDEO switch to DVDVIDEO (page 27).
CAN NOT RECORD BECAUSE OF HIGH TEMP. appears in the front panel display.
, Check that the vent on the rear of the recorder is not blocked. Then, turn off the recorder, wait until the clock appears in the front panel display, and disconnect the AC power cord. Leave the recorder off for a while, then re-connect the power cord, and press "/1 on the recorder.
CHILD LOCK appears in the front panel display.
, The recorder is locked. Cancel the Child Lock (page 58).
Control by AV mouse is not possible.
, Some satellite receivers may not support AV mouse.
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, remove the disc and leave the recorder turned on for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates. When you move the recorder, take out any discs. If you dont, the disc may be damaged.
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 center out.

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)

qf qg qh

3 qj 4 qk ql w;
wa 9 ws q; qa wd wf qs qd wg wh
Q VOL (volume) +/ buttons (27) R TV/VIDEO button (27) S INPUT SELECT button (39, 67) T TOOLS button (41) U M/m/</,/ENTER button (30) V INSTANT REPLAY/ ADVANCE buttons (78) INSTANT
W H PLAY button* (37, 76) X PAUSE button (67, 78) x STOP button (37, 67, 76)
X z REC (record) button (39, 67) Y SYNCHRO REC button (72) Z COMMAND MODE switch (DVD COMBO 1, 2, 3) (29)
* Number 5, AUDIO, CH +, and H PLAY buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference.

Front panel display

RW VR VCD

TV STEREO SAP

A DVD Playing/recording status B Disc type*/recording format C Audio signal indicators D TV indicator E STEREO indicator (47, 67) F SAP (Second Audio Program) indicator (47) G VIDEO Playing/recording status
H Tape indicator I Timer indicator J Displays the following (45):
Playing time/remaining time Current title/chapter/track/index number Recording time/recording mode Clock Channel

(angle) indicator (59)

L Disc indicator

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)

For more information, see the pages in parentheses.

Remote

G AUDIO (75)
The AUDIO button has a tactile dot*.
H CLEAR (44, 77, 78) I ANGLE (75, 114)
Changes the angles or rotates an image during slideshow.

J TV/DVD (28)

Switches between TV mode and DVD mode.

K SUBTITLE (75)

Selects a subtitle language.

(text) (51, 52)

This button function is not available in some areas.

M MENU (73)

Displays the discs menu.
N Green (50, 61) O Yellow (50, 61) P Red (50, 61) Q Blue (50, 61) R SYSTEM MENU (120) TITLE LIST (40, 73, 83) A HDD (38)
Records to or plays titles on HDD.
TOP MENU (73) GUIDE (50, 61)
Displays EPG or GUIDE Plus+ system screen.

DVD (38)

Records to or plays titles on DVD.

B [/1 (on/standby) (30)

Turns the recorder on or off.
S TIMER (56, 59) T INFO (information) (50, 62)
Displays the programme information.

C Z (open/close) (38)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

U </M/m/,/ENTER (30)

Selects a desired item.
D PROG (programme) +/ (38) The + button has a tactile dot*. E Number buttons (80)
The number 5 button has a tactile dot*.
V O RETURN (30) EXIT (126)
Cancels scanning of programme positions.
F INPUT (input select) (60, 72)

Selects an input source.

W DISPLAY (43)
Displays the playing status or disc information.
X./> (previous/next) (75, 105) PAGE +/ (50, 62)
Changes the programme list by page.
/ (instant replay/instant advance) (75) mc / CM (search/ slow/freeze frame) (75, 105) DAY +/ (62)
Changes the programme list by day.
H (play) (73, 114) X (pause) (39, 75, 105, 114) x (stop) (73, 104, 114)
The H button has a tactile dot*.
Y TV PAUSE (79) Z z REC (38) x REC STOP (38) HDD/DVD DUB (90)
Starts dubbing the current playing title or cancels the dubbing.

REC MODE (38)

Selects the recording mode.

wj ZOOM (114)

Zooms an image during a slideshow.
wk TV [/1 (on/standby) (28) TV t (input select) (28) TV 2 (volume) +/ (28) TV PROG (programme) +/ (28) The + button has a tactile dot*. wl PLAY MODE (77, 80)
* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the recorder.

Front panel

A [/1 (on/standby) (30)

(remote sensor) (27)

C Disc tray (38) D Front panel display (15) E Z (open/close) (38)
O CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot (RDR-HXD795/ HXD895/HXD995/HXD1095 only) (26) P ONE-TOUCH DUB (96, 100)
Starts dubbing from a connected digital video camera.

Checking the disc status while recording
You can check the recording information such as recording time or disc type.
3. Playing the Recorded Programme (Title List)
Press DISPLAY during recording.
The recording information appears.
To play a recorded title, select the title from the Title List.
TITLE LIST </M/m/,, ENTER
A Recording mode B Recording time C Disc type/format D Recording status To turn off the display
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
If you select DVD, insert a DVD (see 1. Inserting a Disc on page 38). Playback starts automatically depending on the disc.

Press TITLE LIST.

Example: 4-Title List for HDD

A Disc type:

Displays the media type, HDD or DVD.

To stop playback

Press x (stop).
B Total number of titles C Sub-menu:
Press , to display the sub-menu. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending upon the model, situation, and disc type.
To scroll the list display by page (Page mode)
Press./> while the Title List is displayed. Each time you press./>, the Title List changes to the previous/next page of titles.
About the Title List for DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs (VR mode)
You can switch the Title List to show Original or Playlist titles.

Sub-menu

Press < while the Title List is displayed. Select Play List using M/m, and press ENTER. Select Original or Play List using M/m, and press ENTER.

D Scroll bar:

Appears when all of the titles do not fit on the list. To view the hidden titles, press M/m.
To change the title order for HDD (Sort Titles)

E Title information:

Recording: Indicates that the title is currently being recorded. : Indicates a protected title. NEW: Indicates that the title is newly recorded (not played back) (HDD only). : Press DISPLAY to display . indicates titles containing Copy-Once copy protection signals (HDD only) (page 157). : Indicates that the title is recorded using the Update function. Genre icons: Indicates the titles genre (HDD only). : Indicates a bilingual programme (HDD only).
Press < while the Title List is displayed. Select Sort Titles using M/m, and press ENTER. Select the item using M/m, and press ENTER.

Order By Date Sorted In order of when the titles were recorded. The title that is recorded most recently is listed at the top. In order of when the titles were recorded. The title that is recorded most recently and has not been played is listed at the top. In alphabetical order. In order of recorded title number.

Unseen Title

F Remaining time of the current disc in the current recording mode (example: SP mode)

By Title By Number

Select a title using M/m, and press ENTER.
Playback starts from the selected title.
To search for a title by genre (HDD only)
Press < while the Title List is displayed. Select Genre using M/m, and press ENTER. Select a genre using M/m, and press ENTER.
To change the thumbnail preview mode (Set Preview) (HDD only)
You can select Quick Preview or Normal for the thumbnail preview mode in the Title List. Set Set Preview in the Options setup (page 142).
To switch to the 8 Title List
To change a title thumbnail picture (Thumbnail)
After recording, the first scene of the recording (the title) is automatically set as the thumbnail picture. You can select a favourite scene for the thumbnail picture shown in the Title List.
Press < while the Title List is displayed. Select Title View using M/m, and press ENTER. Select 8 Titles using M/m, and press ENTER. Detailed information, including the resumption time, for the selected title is shown below the list.
Press TITLE LIST. For DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs (VR mode), switch the Title List to show Original or Playlist titles, if necessary. Select a title using M/m, and press ,. The sub-menu appears. Select Edit using M/m, and press ENTER. Select Set Thumbnail using M/m, and press ENTER. The display for setting the thumbnail point appears and the title starts to play. While watching the playback picture, press H, X, c m/M C or PLAY MODE to select the scene you want to set for a thumbnail picture, and press X. Playback pauses. Select OK using M/m, and press ENTER. The scene is set for the titles thumbnail picture. To return to the Title List, press O RETURN.
To turn off the Title List
The title names may not appear for DVDs created on other DVD recorders. It may take a few seconds for the thumbnail pictures to be displayed. After editing, the title thumbnail picture may change to the first scene of the recording (title). After dubbing, the title thumbnail picture set on the source recording is cancelled. In some areas, letters or symbols that the recorder cannot record or display are replaced with *.
Displaying the playing time and play information

You cannot reformat recorded DVD-Rs.
Press GUIDE. Guide to Digital Services

(For Freeview)

This display consists of an information box and an 8-channel programme list covering a 30-minute period. Example of EPG Display:
Viewing the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) Display
The Electronic Programme Guide is a guide showing the television programme schedule for a day or more at a time on your television (via the Digital Terrestrial Television tuner included in this recorder). The EPG provides a quick and easy way to: View a complete list of all available channels. View a channel list related to a chosen date or genre. Set a programme to be recorded (page 53).
A Indicates the currently selected channel number and station name with the programme title and genre. B Indicates the currently selected programme and allows you to move around the list.
Press ENTER to watch the selected programme.
b Notes Digital Services availability and content depend on the broadcaster. Digital Services are not instantly available when the recorder is first turned on. In some areas, not all programme information is displayed if you display the EPG while recording.
C Channel name D Indicates if a timer recording is associated with the programme (page 53). E Colour buttons
Press the same colour button on the remote (Timer, Jump, and Search).

Red button Green button

Blue button Yellow button GUIDE INFO </M/m/,, ENTER PAGE +
F Truncated programme title in case the name is too long to be displayed in the cell. G Indicates that short programmes that are not displayed on the list are scheduled. H Time slot I Indicates the current time and date.

EXIT/ O RETURN PAGE

Available buttons in the programme list
Buttons </M/m/, PAGE +/ INFO Operations Selects the desired item. Displays the previous/next eight channels. Displays the detailed information of the programme (page 51). Activates the same colour function on the screen. Closes the display.

Programme Information

You can view descriptions of the programmes being broadcast now and next.
Colour buttons (red, yellow, green, blue)

O RETURN

Displaying the programme information
Guide to Digital Services (For Freeview)
Select a channel. Press INFO.
The Information display appears showing a description of the current programme on view.
Available buttons in the Information display
Buttons M/m Operations Toggles the display between description of the current/next programme. Displays programme information for other channels. Displays the selected channel. Displays the detailed programme information.

In step 2 of Checking/changing timer settings, select the timer setting you want to cancel using M/m, and press the red button (Delete). To close the schedule list
You can record from a connected VCR or similar device. To connect a VCR or similar device, see Connecting a VCR or Similar Device on page 34. For details, see page 60.
b Note When VPS / PDC is set for one or more timer recordings, the start times may change in the event of a broadcast delay or early start.

Playback

Playing
z Hint You can also use the H button in step 3 to start playback.
When any video titles are recorded on a DATA DVD, the MP3 audio tracks on that DATA DVD cannot be played.

To use the DVDs Menu

When you play a DVD VIDEO, or a finalised DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R (Video mode), you can display the discs menu by pressing TOP MENU or MENU.
AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE TITLE LIST </M/m/,, ENTER /
The H button is not available in the discs menu.
To play VIDEO CDs/Super VIDEO CDs with PBC functions
PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play VIDEO CDs/Super VIDEO CDs interactively using the menu on your TV screen. When you start playing a VIDEO CD/Super 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 when Press SELECT appears).

PLAY MODE

If you select DVD, insert a disc (see 1. Inserting a Disc on page 38). If you insert a DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD, DATA DVD or DATA CD, press H. Playback starts.
Some playback options such as search, repeat play or programme play cannot be played with PBC function. To play with playback options, start playback without PBC functions using the Title List.
If the Title List is already displayed, skip this step. Example: HDD
To play DivX video files or audio tracks in a disc containing both file types
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, and press ENTER. The recorder starts playback. To register or change the password, see Limitation Settings (Parental Lock) on page 138.

Select a title you want to combine, and press ENTER. Select Yes, and press ENTER.

The titles are combined.

Select Edit, and press ENTER.
Dividing a Playlist title (Divide)
You can divide a Playlist title. For instructions, see page 84.

Moving a chapter (Move)

Select a Playlist title containing the chapter you want to edit, and press ,.
Select Edit, and press ENTER. Select Chapter Edit, and press ENTER. Select Erase/Move.
Select a chapter using </,, and press ENTER. Select Move, and press ENTER. Select a new location for the chapter using </,, and press ENTER.
The chapter moves to the new location.

Dubbing (HDD y DVD)

Before Dubbing
In this section, dubbing refers to copying a recorded title on the internal hard disk drive (HDD) to another disc, or vice versa. You can dub a playing title using the HDD/ DVD DUB button (see HDD/DVD Dubbing on page 90) or you can select to dub multiple titles all at once (see Dubbing Using Dubbing List on page 90). You can also dub an entire DVD disc to make a backup copy (see Making a Backup Disc (DVD Backup) on page 93). Before you start, read the following precautions, which are common to all dubbing methods.
The Set Thumbnail setting in the dubbing source is dubbed as a thumbnail picture marker (except when dubbing from a DVD+RW/DVD-RW (Video mode)/ DVD+R/DVD-R (Video mode)). The position of thumbnail picture markers may be slightly changed from the original.
z Hint When you dub a Playlist title, it is recorded as an Original title.
You cannot make a recording while dubbing. Before playing a dubbed disc on other DVD equipment, finalise the disc (page 46, 91). You cannot dub from DVD VIDEOs to the HDD. Titles containing mixed aspect ratios cannot be dubbed to a DVD+RW/DVD+R/DVD-RW/ DVD-R (Video mode) using the HDD/DVD DUB button. Titles over 8 hours cannot be dubbed to singlelayer DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs. Low resolution (SEP through LP modes) 16:9 size titles cannot be dubbed to a DVD+RW/ DVD+R/DVD-RW/DVD-R (Video mode). Titles recorded in Dolby Digital 5.1 ch audio are down-converted to 2-channel audio when dubbed at normal speed (Real time dubbing). About the Move function, see page 157.

Select Next using ,, and press ENTER.
The Start Dubbing display appears.
appears next to the title that can be dubbed at high speed (High-Speed dubbing) in the Title Edit display. The following titles are dubbed at normal speed (Real time dubbing). Titles containing both main and sub sounds (except DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs (VR mode)). Titles recorded in mixed picture size (4:3 and 16:9, etc.) (except for DVD-RWs/ DVD-Rs (VR mode)). Titles recorded on DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs (Video mode)/DVD+R/DVD-R (Video mode). For the minimum required time for HighSpeed dubbing, see page 157.
To edit titles on the Dubbing List
The Dubbing List you created remains after dubbing. To edit the existing Dubbing List, select Use Previous Dubbing List in step 4. The Dubbing List is cleared when: you change Input Line System setting in the Basic setup (page 125). you reset the recorder (page 150). you open the disc tray (except when dubbing from the HDD). you edit the titles on a disc (except when dubbing from the HDD). you switch the Title List to Original or Playlist (when dubbing from DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in VR mode only). you finalise the disc. The seams that are left over from editing may remain on the disc after dubbing to DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs (Video mode)/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs (Video mode). Finalisation is cancelled if a timer recording starts, even if you set Finalise to Yes in step 9.
Follow steps 1 to 7 of Dubbing Using Dubbing List on page 90. The Title Edit display appears.
Select a title you want to edit, and press ENTER. The sub-menu appears. Select an option, and press ENTER. The options differ depending on the dubbing direction or disc type. Erase: Erases the selected title. Title Name: Names or renames a title (page 44). A-B Erase: Erases the section of the title (page 84). Move: Changes the order of titles (page 87). Preview: Allows you to check the content of a title. Divide: Divides a title into two titles (page 84). Combine: Combines two titles (page 87). Chapter Edit: Edits chapters (page 85). Set Thumbnail: Changes the titles thumbnail frame that appears in the Title List (page 42). Recording Mode: Sets the picture quality of the dubbing. Bilingual: Sets how a bilingual audio programme is dubbed. Cancel: Exits the sub-menu. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to edit all of the titles. Go to step 8 of Dubbing Using Dubbing List on page 90 to dub edited titles.
Making a Backup Disc (DVD Backup)

+RW -RWVideo +R -RVideo

Select Cancel, and press ENTER.
The disc is automatically finalised. To make another backup disc, replace discs, select Start, and press ENTER.

Set your HDD camcorder to the USB connection mode (example: COMPUTER or USB CONNECT).
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the HDD camcorder.
To restart the connected USB device
Select Restart USB Device of USB in the Options 2 setup (page 142).
One-Touch Dubbing from HDD Camcorder (ONETOUCH DUB)
Dubbing from HDD Camcorder Using the OnScreen Display (HDDCam Dubbing)
You can dub contents of your HDD camcorder onto the HDD of the recorder with a single press of the ONE-TOUCH DUB button on the recorder. When dubbing from the HDD camcorder for the first time, all of the contents are dubbed to the recorder. The next time, only newly shot sessions that have not been dubbed yet are dubbed to the recorder.
Follow steps 1 to 3 of Preparing for HDD camcorder dubbing on page 95, and press ONE-TOUCH DUB on the recorder.
The recorder starts dubbing the contents on the HDD camcorder to the HDD Title List of the recorder. The recorder turns off automatically if you do not use the recorder for more than 20 minutes after the dubbing has finished.
You can dub the contents of your HDD camcorder onto the HDD of the recorder using the on-screen display. Methods to dub from the HDD camcorder include: Incremental Dubbing The recorder automatically detects the contents recorded on the connected HDD camcorder, and starts dubbing from the contents following the last dubbed contents if there are contents that have already been dubbed. Full Dubbing The recorder dubs all contents of the HDD camcorder, including the contents that have already been dubbed to the recorder.

To stop during dubbing

Press x REC STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop dubbing.
Follow steps 1 to 3 of Preparing for HDD camcorder dubbing on page 95. Press SYSTEM MENU.
The one-touch dubbing button on the HDD camcorder does not function with the recorder. In One-Touch Dubbing, the contents that have already been dubbed to the recorder cannot be dubbed again, even after you erase them from the recorder. To dub the same contents to the recorder again, dub the entire contents of the HDD camcorder (see Dubbing from HDD Camcorder Using the On-Screen Display (HDDCam Dubbing) on page 96). Data about the dubbed contents are all cleared when you reset the recorder (page 150). If the USB jack and the DV IN jack on the recorder are both connected to a compatible digital video camera, One-Touch Dubbing is performed via the USB jack.

White Enhancer* Black Enhancer* Black Level*
Adjusts the intensity of white. Adjusts the intensity of black. Selects the black level (setup level) for the NTSC video signals. Select ON to set the black level of the input signals to the standard level. Normally, select OFF position. Adjusts the colour balance. Makes the colours deeper or lighter.

Hue* Chroma Level*

Cinema
* For analogue broadcasting only
Setting options for playback picture quality For details about each setting, see the explanation of the display.
Prog. Motion Adjusts the progressive video signal when Component Video Out is set to Progressive (page 130) or when Screen Resolution is set to other than 720 x 576i (or 720 x 480i) (page 139). Select Motion for a picture, including subjects that move dynamically. Select Still for a picture with little movement. Converts the progressive video signal to match the type of DVD software that you are watching when Component Video Out is set to Progressive (page 130) or when Screen Resolution is set to other than 720 x 576i (or 720 x 480i) (page 139). Select Auto1 to automatically detect the software type (Film-based or Video-based) and select the appropriate conversion mode. Normally select this position. If the picture appears unnatural, select Auto2, On, or Off.

3-D Y/C*

YNR* (luminance noise reduction) CNR* (chroma noise reduction)

Detail*

White AGC*
YNR (luminance noise reduction) BNR (block noise reduction) MNR (mosquito noise reduction)
Reduces noise contained in the luminance element of the video signal. Reduces block noise or mosaic-like patterns in the picture. Reduces the faint noise appearing around the outlines of the images. The noise reduction effects are automatically adjusted within each setting range according to the video bit rate and other factors. Sharpens the outlines of the images. Adjusts the sharpness of images outlines. Adjusts the intensity of white. Adjusts the intensity of black. Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals. Select ON to raise the black level. Select this when the picture appears too dark. Select OFF to set the black level of the input signals to the standard level. Normally, select this position. Adjusts how dark areas look. Adjusts the colour balance. Makes the colours deeper or lighter.

The power of the recorder turns off at the same time as the TV is turned off.
, This is caused by the BRAVIA Sync features. Set Control for HDMI to Off in the HDMI Output setup to cancel this function (page 140).
The channel is not found or stored or missed.
, Make sure that your aerial is properly connected to the recorder. , Confirm with your dealer that you are in an area that can receive a digital signal. , Check your aerial installation.

Picture

There is no picture.
, Re-connect all connecting cords securely. , The connecting cords are damaged. , Check the connection to your TV (page 18). , Switch the input selector on your TV (such as to VCR and AV 1) so that the signal from the recorder appears on the TV screen. , Check that the Video In/Out setup is set to the appropriate item that conforms to your system (page 130).
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.
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 cord again. , If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, changing the Screen Resolution setting in the HDMI Output setup may solve the problem (page 139). Connect the TV and the recorder using a video jack other than HDMI OUT, and switch the TVs input to the connected video input so that you can see the on-screen displays. Change the Screen Resolution setting in the HDMI Output setup, and switch the TVs input back to HDMI. If the picture still does not appear, repeat the steps and try other options. , The recorder is connected to an input device that is not HDCP compliant (page 22). , When picture noise appears after you change the Screen Resolution setting, hold down x (stop) on the recorder, and press Z (open/close) on the recorder.

GUIDE Plus+ system (in areas with GUIDE Plus+ only)
GUIDE Plus+ system does not appear.
, 1Even if you complete Easy Setup, TV programme listings do not appear until the recorder receives the GUIDE Plus+ data. 2Turn off the recorder, but do not unplug it. 3Wait for 24 hours. It may take several days for the recorder to receive the GUIDE Plus+ data for all programme positions. If the recorder does not receive the GUIDE Plus+ data after 24 hours, set the host channel manually (page 64). , The host channel is disabled. Show and enable the host channel (page 65). , The timer is set. Cancel the timer setting. , The clock is incorrect. Set the clock manually (page 124). , The country/region or postal code is incorrect. Correctly set your country/ region and postal code (page 30). , When the recorder is connected to a set top box receiver, the set top box receiver must be turned on to download the GUIDE Plus+ data. , If the set top box receiver is connected to the recorder using a SCART cord only, try the following: 1Turn on your set top box receiver. 2Connect the set top box controller. 3Follow the steps in Changing the GUIDE Plus+ host channel manually (Setup) (page 64) to set the host channel manually. Be sure to set your set top box receiver (tuner) as the source. , Area numbers that cannot be received using GUIDE Plus+ are set. Select Easy Setup in the Basic setup from Initial Setup in the System Menu, and follow the on-screen instructions to make the settings again (page 30). , The Time Lock function on your cable box is activated. Set this function to off.
, If the host channel has changed or moved, the programme guide data cannot be received. In this case, follow the steps in Searching for the GUIDE Plus+ host channel (Setup) (page 64) to update the host channel setting. If the problem persists after waiting for one day, search for the host channel at the following website and set the host channel manually (page 64). www.europe.guideplus.com
The programme position number in the programme listing does not match the broadcast station.
, There may be more than one channel lineup for your area. To change the channel lineup, select Editor in the Menu Bar of the GUIDE Plus+ system (page 65).
Programme listings for some programme positions are missing.
, The programme guide data may not be updated. Turn off the recorder and let the recorder receive the programme guide data. , Some broadcast stations support only two days of data. For details, refer to the following website: www.europe.guideplus.com , All of the GUIDE Plus+ data could not be received because the reception is poor.

, The title contained a copy protection signal, so it was moved (page 157).
The angles cannot be changed.
, Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD VIDEO being played. , You are trying to change the angles when does not appear on the TV screen (page 75). To display if various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the disc, set Angle Indicator to On in the Playback setup (page 138). , The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing angles. , Try changing the angle using the DVD VIDEOs menu.
High-speed dubbing is not possible.
, The title cannot be dubbed at high speed (page 91). Even if A-B erasure is performed so that a title does not contain mixed picture sizes, it is still treated as a title with mixed picture sizes.
HDD/DVD Dubbing is not possible.
, The title cannot be dubbed (page 90).
HDD camcorder dubbing is not possible.
, An HDD camcorder which is not supported by this recorder is connected (page 94). , The HDD camcorder is not set to the USB connection mode (page 95). , The HDD camcorder contains only the contents that have already been dubbed to the recorder when you are dubbing using the ONE-TOUCH DUB button or Incremental Dubbing.

Remote control

The remote does not function.
, Different command modes are set for the recorder and remote. Set the same command mode (page 141). The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote is 3 (Default setting). You can check the current command mode in the front panel display (page 141). , The batteries are weak. , The remote is too far from the recorder. , The remotes manufacturer code returned to the default setting when you replaced the batteries. Reset the code (page 28). , The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the recorder.

Display

The clock has stopped.
, Set the clock again (page 124).

The clock is wrong.

, Set the clock again (page 124). If you cannot set the clock, wait until the clock data is received and the clock is automatically adjusted.

Others

The recorder does not detect a USB device connected to the recorder.
, Make sure that the USB device is securely connected to the recorder (page 142). , Check if the USB device or a cable is damaged. , Check if the USB device is on. , The USB device is connected via a USB hub. Connect the USB device directly to the recorder.

Discs that cannot be played
PHOTO CDs CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs that are recorded in a format different from the formats mentioned in the table above. Data part of CD-Extras BDs (Blu-ray Discs) HD DVDs Discs recorded with an AVCHDcompatible DVD video camera
DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/ DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs that do not contain DVD Video, DivX video, JPEG image files, or MP3 audio tracks. DVD Audio discs Cartridge-only type DVD-RAMs. HD layer on Super Audio CDs DVD VIDEOs with a different region code (page 154). DVDs that were recorded on a different recorder and not correctly finalised.
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. Refer to the instructions supplied with the DVD VIDEOs/VIDEO CDs.
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) labelled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights. DVD VIDEOs labelled ALL will also play on this recorder. If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message Playback prohibited by region code. will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labelled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

Region code

Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVDRs, DVD-RAMs, 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 finalised. For more information, refer to the operating instructions for the recording device. If the disc contains PC data unrecognisable by this recorder, the data may be erased. Do not insert any discs that cannot be recorded or played on this recorder. This may cause the recorder to malfunction.
About Recording/ Dubbing Mode
Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies
This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. 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. Like the standard 3 recording modes of video tapes, you can select the desired recording mode using the REC MODE button. Recording modes with higher quality provide a more beautiful recording, but the large data volume also results in a shorter recording time. Conversely, a longer duration provides a longer recording time, but the lower data volume results in a coarser picture quality. To select further options for recording mode (manual recording mode), set Manual Rec. Mode to On (go to setup) in the Recording setup (page 135). To record pictures in higher quality than HQ mode on the HDD, set Manual Rec. Mode to On (go to setup), and then select HQ+. The table on the following pages shows the approximate recording times for the HDD and the different DVD types in each manual recording mode, as well as the standard recording mode equivalents.