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Sony RDR-VXD655 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
RDR-VXD655
© 2007 Sony Corporation
3-096-484-11(1)
Operating Instructions
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  • Page 1 Video Cassette Recorder/ DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-VXD655 © 2007 Sony Corporation 3-096-484-11(1) Operating Instructions Manual de instrucciones...

  • Page 2: Warning

    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-VXD655 Serial No._____________...
  • Page 3 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. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions.
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents WARNING ............2 Precautions .
  • Page 7 VCR Operation VCR Playback ......... . . 70 Playing a VHS Tape .

  • Page 8: What Is A Video Cassette Recorder/Dvd Recorder

    What is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? This is a DVD recorder with built-in VHS video deck, and allows recording/playback of DVD discs and VHS tapes. DVD editing is also possible. Recording and timer recording Record TV programs on a DVD or VHS tape, either manually or using the timer.
  • Page 9 Quick access to recorded titles - Title List Display the Title List to view all titles on a disc and select a title for playback or editing. Title List (Original) D11.1 May/02/2007 08:00 PM Creating your own program - Playlist Record a program on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), then erase, move or add scenes as you like without changing the original...

  • Page 10: How To Use The On-Screen Menus

    How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to operate this recorder. Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to use. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN System Menu The System Menu appears when you press SYSTEM MENU, and provides entries to all of the recorder’s main functions, such as timer recording and setup.
  • Page 11 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.

  • Page 12: Quick Guide To Disc Types

    Quick Guide to Disc Types Recordable and Playable Discs Disc Disc Type Logo DVD+RW mode DVD- Video mode DVD+R DVD+R DL mode DVD- Video mode Usable disc versions (as of March 2007) • 8×-speed or slower DVD+RWs • 6×-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.2 with CPRM •...
  • Page 13 Recording Features Editing Features Auto Change Rewrite Chapter Title Name (page 68) (page 50) (page 61) CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is a coding technology that protects copyrights for images. Unused DVD-RWs are automatically formatted according to the setting of “Format DVD-RW” in “Features”...
  • Page 14 12 cm/8 cm discs Disc Type DVD+RW VR mode DVD-RW Video mode VR mode DVD-R Video mode DVD+R Discs that cannot be recorded on • 8 cm discs • DVD-RAMs 12 cm Playback Recording 8 cm Playback Recording — — —...

  • Page 15: Playable Discs

    Playable Discs Disc Type Disc Logo DVD VIDEO DVD-RAM — VIDEO CD DATA CD DATA DVD — 8 cm DVD+RW/ — DVD-RW/DVD-R “DVD VIDEO” and “CD” logos are trademarks. * A logical format of files and folders on DATA-CDs, defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization).
  • Page 16 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.

  • Page 17: Hookups And Settings

    Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Recorder Follow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder. Notes • Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. • See the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.
  • Page 18 A: Cable box or satellite receiver with a video/audio output With this hookup, you can record any channel on the cable box or satellite receiver. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on. This connection is necessary to use the Synchro-Rec function (pages 53 and 79).
  • Page 19 B: Cable box with an antenna output only With this hookup, you can record any channel on the satellite receiver or cable box. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on. To record cable programs, you need to match the channel on the recorder (2ch, 3ch or 4ch) to the antenna output channel on the cable box (2ch, 3ch or 4ch).
  • Page 20 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.

  • Page 21: Step 3: Connecting To Your Tv

    Step 3: Connecting to Your TV Connect the supplied audio/video cord to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks of the recorder. To enjoy higher quality images, connect an S video cord (not supplied) instead of the yellow (video) plug. When using this connection, be sure to connect the audio cord to the LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) jacks. INPUT TV or projector S VIDEO...
  • Page 22 If your TV has an HDMI input jack Connect the HDMI* OUT jack using a certified HDMI cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high-quality picture and sound. The HDMI indicator lights up on the front panel when the recorder outputs signals through the HDMI OUT jack.
  • Page 23 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.

  • Page 24: Step 4: Connecting To Your Av Amplifier (Receiver)

    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). AUDIO OUT VCR-DVD recorder HDMI OUT...
  • Page 25 A Connecting to audio L/R jacks This connection uses a stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two front speakers for sound. You can enjoy the surround function that creates virtual speakers from two stereo speakers. Select “Surround1,” “Surround2,” or “Surround3” in “Surround” of “Audio” setup (page 100). Surround 1 Surround 2 Surround 3...

  • Page 26: Step 5: Connecting The Power Cord

    HDMI OUT OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 28). • Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion.
  • Page 27 Philips Pioneer Portland Proscan Quasar Radio Shack Switch your TV’s input source Select the broadcast on a Sony TV that can switch between digital and analog Code number 01 (default) 12, 14 04, 22 03, 12 04, 06, 10 02, 03, 04...
  • Page 28 If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this recorder and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player after you have completed “Step 7: Easy Setup.”...

  • Page 29: Step 7: Easy Setup

    B While holding down ENTER, enter the command mode code number using the number buttons. Command Mode Code number DVD1 number button 1 DVD2 number button 2 DVD3 number button 3 C Hold down both the number buttons and ENTER at the same time for more than three seconds.
  • Page 30 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on your TV screen. “Initial setting necessary to operate the DVD recorder will be made. You can change them later using setup.” appears. • If this message does not appear, select “Easy Setup”...
  • Page 31 Select “Manual,” and press ENTER. Press M/m to set the month and press ,. Set the day, year, hour, minutes, and AM/PM in the same way, then press ENTER. The day of the week is set automatically. • If you used antenna hookup C (page 20), you can select “Auto.”...

  • Page 32: Connecting Another Vcr Or Similar Device

    Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device After disconnecting the recorder’s power cord from an AC outlet, connect the other VCR or similar recording device to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment.
  • Page 33 Connecting to the LINE 1 IN jacks You can connect a second VCR or similar device. Other VCR, etc. LINE OUTPUT AUDIO VIDEO VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow z Hints • When the connected equipment outputs only monaural sound, connect an audio cord to the white LINE IN AUDIO L (mono) jack.

  • Page 34: Watching Tv

    Watching TV By connecting your TV to this recorder, you can watch digital and analog channels on your TV. Number buttons, SET, · (dot) Turn on this recorder. Turn on the TV and switch the TV's input selector so that the signal from the recorder appears on your TV screen.
  • Page 35 Enjoying Digital Broadcasts You can enjoy digital broadcasts. Digital broadcasts are better quality, more varied, and more controllable than analog broadcasts. By using digital functions such as rating, closed caption, or audio setting, you can make various adjustments to enjoy a digital broadcast. To use the digital rating Digital Rating is controlled by the Rating Region Table (RRT).

  • Page 36: Dvd Playback

    DVD Playback Playing Discs - RW - RW Video Z OPEN/ CLOSE TOP MENU MENU Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a disc on the disc tray. Playback side facing down Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray.

  • Page 37: Playback Options

    Playback Options Z OPEN/CLOSE Number buttons REPLAY/ ADVANCE . PREV Button Operation OPEN/CLOSE Stops playing and opens the disc tray. AUDIO Selects one of the audio tracks recorded on the disc when pressed repeatedly. - RW SUBTITLE Selects a subtitle language when pressed repeatedly. REPLAY/ •...
  • Page 38 Button (fast reverse/fast forward) (slow) X PAUSE To resume normal playback after playing at various speeds, press H PLAY. z Hints • You can change playback options, such as subtitle, audio track, etc., using the OPTIONS menu (page 11). • During playback or pause mode, the recorder’s m/ M buttons and the remote’s .PREV/>NEXT buttons work the same way (page 37).

  • Page 39: Changing Angles

    Playing quickly with sound (Scan Audio) (DVDs with Dolby Digital soundtracks only) You can play quickly with dialog or sound during FF1 fast-forward of a DVD with Dolby Digital soundtracks. Simply press M during playback. z Hint To turn off the Scan Audio function, set “Scan Audio” of “Audio”...

  • Page 40: Playing A Title From The Title List

    To stop timer recording while the recorder is locked, press x twice. The recording stops and the recorder is unlocked. Note The recorder will be unlocked when: – you stop timer recording by pressing x. – you insert a tape. Playing a Title From the Title List - RW...

  • Page 41: Searching For A Title/Chapter/Track, Etc

    Select the title, and press ENTER. The sub-menu appears. Select “Play,” and press ENTER. Playback starts from the selected title on the disc. About the Title List for DVD-RWs (VR mode) and DVD-Rs (VR mode) You can switch the Title List to show an original or Playlist.

  • Page 42: Playing Mp3 Audio Tracks And Jpeg Image Files

    Notes • Depending on the disc, you may not be able to use the OPTIONS menu to search for a title/chapter/track, or enter the time code for a playback point. • When playing a Playlist title, you may not be able to search for a scene using the time code.

  • Page 43: Playing Jpeg Image Files

    Music Press ENTER : Photo Music menu for this disc. If you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD containing only MP3 audio tracks, the “Music” display appears. Go to step 4. Select “Music,” and press ENTER. The “Music” display appears. Select an album, and press ENTER. Music Surround:Off MP3_001...
  • Page 44 : Rotates the image (page 44). : Zooms the image (page 44). Press OPTIONS to turn on/off the menu icons. To play the slide show Press </, to select “ ENTER. The “Slideshow Speed” menu appears. “ ”: Slow “ ”: Normal “...
  • Page 45 About MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files MP3 is audio compression technology that satisfies the ISO/IEC MPEG regulations. JPEG is image compression technology. You can play back DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD- Rs/CD-RWs) or DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/ DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs) recorded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) and JPEG format.

  • Page 46: Displaying The Playing Time And Play Information

    Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information - RW - RW Video You can check disc information, such as playing time, recording mode, and remaining disc space. DISPLAY Press DISPLAY. The information display appears. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: Disc and tape information/date and time Disc information only...

  • Page 47: Dvd Recording

    DVD Recording Before Recording Before you start recording… • This recorder can record on various disc types. Select the disc type according to your needs (page 12). • Check that the disc has enough available space for the recording (page 46). For DVD+RWs or DVD-RWs, you can free up disc space by erasing titles (page 58).

  • Page 48: Unrecordable Pictures

    Recording a stereo/SAP program The recorder can receive and record stereo/SAP programs. When recording a digital channel, only the selected audio can be recorded. When recording with the timer, “Stream 1” is usually recorded (page 35). Stereo programs When a stereo program is received, the “STEREO”...

  • Page 49: Dvd Recording Without The Timer

    DVD Recording Without the Timer - RW - RW Video Z OPEN/ CLOSE Number buttons, SET, · (dot) DISPLAY z REC Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on the disc tray. Recording side facing down Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray.
  • Page 50 Notes • Recording may not start immediately after pressed. • You cannot change the recording mode during recording or recording pause. • If there is a power failure, the program you are recording may be erased. • You cannot change the channel or input source during recording.

  • Page 51: Dvd Timer Recording

    DVD Timer Recording - RW - RW Video You can set the timer for a total of 12 programs together with DVD and VCR timer recording, up to one month in advance. Note that the maximum continuous recording time for a single title is 12 hours. Contents beyond this time will not be recorded.
  • Page 52 Press ENTER. The Timer List menu (page 54) appears. The c indicator lights up in the front panel display, and the recorder is ready to start recording. • If the c indicator flashes in the front panel display, a recordable disc is not inserted. Insert a recordable disc and check that there is enough disc space for the recording.

  • Page 53: Recording From Connected Equipment With A Timer (Synchro Rec)

    Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec) - RW - RW Video You can set the recorder to automatically record programs from connected equipment that has a timer function (such as a satellite tuner). Connect the equipment to the LINE 1 IN jacks on the rear of the recorder (page 18).

  • Page 54: Changing Or Canceling Dvd Timer Settings (Timer List)

    If the timer settings of a Synchro-Recording and another timer recording overlap Regardless of whether or not the program is a Synchro-Rec program, the program that starts first has priority. The recorder starts recording the second program about ten seconds after the first program has finished.

  • Page 55: Recording From Connected Equipment Without A Timer

    Timer List No. Media Date Start 04/15 09:00PM 10:00PM 04/30 09:15PM 09:45PM D11.1 --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- Select one of the options, and press ENTER. “Edit”: Changes the timer setting. Select an item using </, and adjust using M/m.
  • Page 56 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode. The display changes on the TV screen as follows: For details about the recording mode, see page 47. Select the line input audio. Set “Line Audio Input” of “Audio” setup to “Stereo”...

  • Page 57: Dvd Editing

    DVD Editing Before Editing This recorder offers various edit options for various disc types. Before you edit, check the disc type in the front panel display, and select the option available for your disc (page 12). Notes • You may lose the edited contents if you remove the disc or a timer recording starts while editing.

  • Page 58: Editing A Title

    In this case, you can compile highlight scenes as a Playlist title. You can even rearrange the scene order within the Playlist title. See “Editing a Playlist” on page 64. The advanced edit functions available for Playlist titles are: – Renaming a title (page 61). –...
  • Page 59 Select an option, and press ENTER. You can select from the following: “Title Erase”: Erases the selected title. Select “OK” when asked for confirmation. “Chapter Erase” : Allows you to select a chapter in the title and erase it (see below). “Protect”...
  • Page 60 Press TITLE LIST. When editing a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), press ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST to switch to the “Title List (Original),” if necessary. Select a title, and press ENTER. The sub-menu appears. Select “A-B Erase,” and press ENTER. The display for setting point A and B appears.

  • Page 61: Changing The Name Of A Title

    Press ENTER at the point where you want to divide the title. You can use H PLAY, ./>, x STOP, and X PAUSE to find the point. “Divide” is selected. Divide Title (Original) Title No.01 Start 00:00:00 00:00:10 Title No. 01 End 00:00:10 May/02/2007 08:00 PM Press ENTER.

  • Page 62: Creating A Playlist

    Select the character you want to enter using M/m/</,, and press ENTER. The selected character appears in the input row. You can only enter characters and symbols that are displayed. • To change the cursor position, select the input row using M, and press </,. •...
  • Page 63 Select “Edit,” and press ENTER. Edit Title List Create Playlist Edit Playlist Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Setup Select “Create Playlist,” and press ENTER. The display for creating a Playlist appears. “Start” is selected. Create Playlist Scene No.01 Start 00:00:00 00:00:07 Playlist No.

  • Page 64: Editing A Playlist

    Editing a Playlist - RW You can edit Playlist titles or scenes within them, without changing the actual recordings. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN ./> Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Title List (Original) Title List Press ENTER :...
  • Page 65 “Move”: Allows you to change scene order (page 66). “Add”: Allows you to add other scenes before a selected scene (page 66). “Copy”: Allows you to copy a scene (page 67). To return to the previous display Press O RETURN. To turn off the display Press SYSTEM MENU.
  • Page 66 Follow steps 1 to 7 of “Editing a Playlist” (page 64). The “Edit Scene” display appears. Select the scene you want to modify, and press ENTER. Select “Modify,” and press ENTER. “Start” is selected. Modify Start 00:00:00 00:00:07 Playlist No. 01 End 00:00:00 May/02/2007 03:25 PM Press ENTER at the start point.
  • Page 67 Select “Add,” and press ENTER. “Start” is selected. Scene No.01 Start 00:00:00 00:00:07 Playlist No. 01 End 00:00:00 May/02/2007 03:25 PM Press ENTER at the start point. You can use H PLAY, ./>, x STOP, and X PAUSE to find the point.

  • Page 68: Formatting/Renaming/Protecting A Disc

    Formatting/Renaming/ Protecting a Disc - RW - RW Video The “Disc Setting” display allows you to check the disc information or change the disc name. Depending on the disc type, you can also format or set protection. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder.
  • Page 69 To return to the previous display Press O RETURN. z Hints • You can set protection for individual titles (page 58). • By reformatting, you can change the recording format on DVD-RWs, or record again on DVD-RWs (Video mode) that have been finalized. Notes •...

  • Page 70: Vcr Playback

    VCR Playback Playing a VHS Tape Z OPEN/ CLOSE DISPLAY CLEAR Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. Insert a tape. Playback starts automatically if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed. Press H PLAY. The front panel display shows the playing time.
  • Page 71 Adjusting the picture (tracking) You can manually adjust tracking if the recording quality is too poor to be remedied by the VCR’s automatic tracking (a tracking meter appears during the automatic tracking). Press TRACKING +/–. The tracking meter appears. Press TRACKING +/– repeatedly until the distortion disappears.

  • Page 72: Playback Options

    Playback Options REPLAY/ Button Operation • Fast reverses or fast forwards when pressed during stop mode. (fast reverse/fast When you hold down during fast reverse or fast forward, you can view the picture. forward) • Plays at high speed when briefly pressed during playback. When you hold down the button during playback, the high-speed play continues until you release the button.

  • Page 73: Searching Using Various Functions

    Searching Using Various Functions The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each recording begins. You can easily find a specific point using various search functions. Note During DVD recording, you cannot use VCR search functions.

  • Page 74: Displaying The Playing Time And Play Information

    Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information You can check playback information, such as elapsed or remaining time, recording mode, etc., on the TV screen. DISPLAY Press DISPLAY during playback. The information display appears. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: Tape and disc information/date and time Tape information only...

  • Page 75: Vcr Recording

    VCR Recording Before Recording Before you start recording… • This VCR records in VHS format, not S-VHS format. • Check that the tape is longer than the recording time (page 74). Notes • Timer recordings will start with or without the recorder turned on.

  • Page 76: Vcr Recording Without The Timer

    VCR Recording Without the Timer Number buttons, SET, · (dot) DISPLAY z REC Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Press DIGITAL/ANALOG to select the broadcast. Press number buttons to select the channel you want to record, and press SET.

  • Page 77: Vcr Timer Recording

    To cancel the Quick Timer Press z REC repeatedly until the counter appears in the front panel display. The recorder returns to normal recording mode. To stop recording Press x STOP twice. Checking the remaining tape length You can check recording information, such as remaining tape length or recording mode, etc.
  • Page 78 Press TIMER. Timer – Standard No Rec To Date Start No.01 4/15 09:00PM 10:00PM 4/30 09:15PM 09:45PM Media Date Start --/-- --:-- --:-- Today --/-- --:-- --:-- --/-- --:-- --:-- --/-- --:-- --:-- 1 2 3 Select an item using </, and adjust using M/m.

  • Page 79: Recording From Connected Equipment With A Timer (Synchro Rec)

    z Hints • When the start time and the channel or input source to be recorded are the same but the “Media” setting differs, the program is recorded to both the DVD disc and the VHS tape. • You can also turn on the timer programming menu from the System Menu.
  • Page 80 Select “to VIDEO,” and press ENTER. Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the menu. Set the timer on the connected equipment to the time of the program you want to record, and turn it off. Press SYNCHRO REC. The SYNCHRO REC indicator lights up on the front panel and the recorder stands by for Synchro-Rec.

  • Page 81: Changing Or Canceling Vcr Timer Settings (Timer List)

    Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List) You can change or cancel timer settings using the Timer List menu. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN Press SYSTEM MENU. The System Menu appears. Select “Timer,” and press ENTER. Select “Timer List,” and press ENTER. Timer List No.

  • Page 82: Recording From Connected Equipment Without A Timer

    Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer You can record from a connected VCR or similar device. For connection details, see “Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device” on page 32. z REC Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Press INPUT repeatedly to select an input source according to the connection you made.

  • Page 83: Dubbing (Tape Y Dvd)

    Dubbing (TAPE DVD) Dubbing From a VHS Tape to a DVD - RW - RW Video You can easily record (dub) a VHS tape to a disc. Before dubbing, make the necessary audio settings on the VCR. ◆How titles and chapters are created The recorder takes each recording on the VHS tape and automatically divides them into titles as they are dubbed to a disc.

  • Page 84: Dubbing From A Dvd To A Vhs Tape

    Select “Yes,” and press ENTER. Dubbing starts. z Hints • A black (no signal) screen at the end of the dubbed disc is not a malfunction. This screen is recorded if a time discrepancy exists between the disc and tape when the recording is stopped.
  • Page 85 Insert a source disc. Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. Press TOP MENU or TITLE LIST to select a title. Start playing the DVD, and then press x STOP or X PAUSE at the point where you want to start dubbing. To select DVD sound, language, or subtitle, press AUDIO or SUBTITLE during playback (see page 37).
  • Page 86 Select “Dubbing,” and press ENTER. Dubbing Title List Simple Dubbing Program Dubbing Timer DV/D8 Dubbing Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Setup Select “Program Dubbing,” and press ENTER. Program Dubbing Title List Create Dubbing List Program Dubbing List Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Setup Select “Create Dubbing List,”...

  • Page 87: Finalizing A Disc (Preparing A Disc For Playback On Other Equipment)

    Select an option and press ENTER, if necessary. To add other titles or scenes, select “Addition” and press ENTER, and repeat from step 7. To cancel the selected title or scene, select “Erase” and press ENTER. When asked for confirmation, select “OK” and press ENTER. To view the selected title or scene, select “Check”...
  • Page 88 SYSTEM MENU Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. Insert a disc. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. The System Menu appears. Select “Disc Setting,” and press ENTER. The “Disc Setting” display appears. Disc Setting Title List Disc Name Disc Protect Timer...

  • Page 89: Dv/D8 Dubbing (Dv/D8 T Dvd)

    DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 t DVD) Before DV/D8 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)”...

  • Page 90: Dubbing From A Dv/D8 Format Tape To A Dvd

    Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD - RW - RW Video You can record a DV/D8 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 on- screen menu.
  • Page 91 Select “DV/D8 Audio Input,” and press ENTER. Audio Title List Tuner Audio : Main Digital Out Timer Downmix : Dolby Surround Edit Audio DRC : Standard Audio (HDMI) : Auto Dubbing Stereo 1 Scan Audio : On Disc Setting Stereo 2 Surround : Off DV/D8 Audio Input...
  • Page 92 Dubbing an entire DV/D8 format tape to a DVD (One Touch Dubbing) - RW - RW Video You can record the entire contents of a DV/D8 format tape onto a disc with a single press of the ONE-TOUCH DUBBING button on the recorder. The recorder controls the digital video camera for the whole process, and completes the recording.

  • Page 93: Settings And Adjustments

    Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Displays By using the setup displays, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound, as well as select a language for the subtitles. The setup displays are used in the following way. Note Playback settings stored on the disc take priority over the setup display settings, and not all of the functions...

  • Page 94: Antenna Reception Setting (Tuner Preset)

    Some items display a dialog box that requires additional settings. Example: When “Parental” in “Options” setup is selected. Create the password Title List Timer Create the password. Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Setup Select an option, and press ENTER. The currently selected option is displayed next to the setup item.
  • Page 95 Select “Auto Preset,” and press ENTER. All receivable channels are preset in numerical sequence. Auto Preset Title List Searching for receivable Analog channels. Please wait. Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Stop Setup After searching for analog channels is complete, receivable digital channels are then searched for automatically.

  • Page 96: Clock Setting (Clock Set)

    Clock Setting (Clock Set) The “Clock Set” setup allows you to make clock settings for the recorder. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. Select “Clock Set,” and press ENTER. The “Clock Set” setup appears with the following options.

  • Page 97: Video Settings (Video)

    Video Settings (Video) The “Video” setup allows you to 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. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode.
  • Page 98 Black Level Selects the black level (setup level) for the video signals output from the LINE OUT jacks (page 21). This setting is not effective when the recorder outputs progressive signals. Raises the standard black level. Select this when the picture appears too dark.

  • Page 99: Audio Settings (Audio)

    Audio Settings (Audio) The “Audio” setup allows you to adjust the sound according to the playback and connection conditions. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. Select “Audio,” and press ENTER. The “Audio” setup appears with the following options.
  • Page 100 Note If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment not compatible with DTS signals, no signal will be output, regardless of the “DTS” setting. Downmix (DVDs only) Switches the method for mixing down to two channels when you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in Dolby Digital format.

  • Page 101: Recording And Vcr Settings (Features)

    DV/D8 Audio Input Stereo 1 Records original sound only. Normally select this when dubbing a DV format tape. Stereo 2 Records additional audio only. Records both original and additional sounds. Note Select “Stereo 2” or “Mix” if you have added a second audio channel when recording with your digital video camera.

  • Page 102: Language, Parental, Digital Broadcast Settings/Factory Settings (Options)

    Format DVD-RW (DVD-RWs only) Selects the recording format for an unused DVD- RW, when first inserted. Automatically formats the disc in VR mode. Video Automatically formats the disc in Video mode. VCR Function Press ENTER and select “Tape Length,” “Auto Play,”...
  • Page 103 Parental Digital programs with a digital rating or some DVD VIDEOs can be restricted according to a predetermined level. After step 3 above, select “Parental,” and press ENTER. • If you have not entered a password, the display for registering a new password appears.
  • Page 104 ◆DVD VIDEO Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked, or replaced with different scenes. Select “DVD VIDEO,” and press ENTER. Press ENTER. The selection items for “Rating Level” are displayed.
  • Page 105 z Hints • When recording a digital program with wide signals on digital broadcasts, refer to the table below. 16:9 Rec to DVD Record wide signals on digital broadcasts as they are. • DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in VR mode • DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in Video mode, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs (when recording in HQ, HSP, SP, or LSP mode)

  • Page 106: Easy Setup (Resetting The Recorder)

    DVD equipment is assigned the same command mode. Be sure to match the command mode of the supplied remote to the setting made here. For details, see “If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder” on page 28.

  • Page 107: Additional Information

    Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power does not turn on. , Check that the AC power cord is connected securely.
  • Page 108 The picture from equipment connected to the recorder’s input jack does not appear on the screen. , If the equipment is connected to the LINE 1 IN jack, select “LINE1” in the front panel display by pressing INPUT. If the equipment is connected to the LINE 2 IN jacks, select “LINE2”...
  • Page 109 The recorder starts playing the disc automatically. , The DVD VIDEO features an auto playback function. Playback stops automatically. , If the disc has an auto pause signal, the recorder stops playback at the auto pause signal. Some functions such as Stop, Search, or Slow- motion Play cannot be performed.
  • Page 110 , Adjust the tracking by the TRACKING +/– button. , The video heads are dirty (see page 113). Clean the video heads using a Sony video head cleaning cassette. If a Sony cleaning cassette is not available in your area, have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony dealer (a standard service fee will be charged).

  • Page 111: Vcr Recording

    , Different command modes are set for the recorder and remote. Set the same command mode (page 28). Other Sony equipment responds to the remote. , The same command mode is set for both the Sony DVD equipment. Set a different command mode for the recorder (page 28).

  • Page 112: Notes About This Recorder

    Others The recorder does not operate properly. , When static electricity, etc., causes the recorder to operate abnormally, turn off the recorder and wait until the clock appears in the front panel display. Then, unplug the recorder and after leaving it off for a while, plug it in again. The disc tray does not open after you press Z OPEN/CLOSE.

  • Page 113: Specifications

    When the video heads are dirty, clean the video heads using a Sony video head cleaning cassette. If a Sony cleaning cassette is not available in your area, have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony dealer (a standard service fee will be charged). Do...
  • Page 114 [Timer section] Clock Quartz locked Timer indication 12-hour cycle Timer setting 12 programs in total (max.) Inputs and outputs LINE 1 IN and LINE 2 IN 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...

  • Page 115: About I.link

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

  • Page 116: Guide To Parts And Controls

    Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses. Front panel Buttons on the recorder have the same function as the buttons on the remote if they have the same or similar names. A A (open/close) button (36, 49, 90) B "/1 (on/standby) switch (29) C Disc tray (36, 49, 90) D DVD t button (84)
  • Page 117 Remote For DVD functions A Z OPEN/CLOSE button (36, 49, 90) B DVD button (36, 49) C Number buttons* (34, 37) SET button (34) · (dot) button (34) D TOP MENU button (36) MENU button (36) E DISPLAY button (46) F M/m/</,/ENTER button (29) G O RETURN button (29) H .
  • Page 118 For VCR functions A Z OPEN/CLOSE (eject) button (70) B Number buttons* (29, 34) C SYSTEM MENU button (10) D DISPLAY button (74) E O RETURN button (29) F . PREV (previous)/> NEXT buttons H CLEAR button (70) I X PAUSE (72, 76) J z REC (record) button (76) K ?/1 (on/standby) switch (29) L VIDEO button (70, 76)
  • Page 119 Front panel display RW VR VCD A DVD playing/recording status B Disc type/recording format C Audio signal indicators D STEREO indicator (48, 75) E SAP (Second Audio Program) indicator (48, 75) F VIDEO playing/recording status G Tape indicator Rear panel A AUDIO OUT L/R jacks (24) B HDMI OUT jack C DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL/...

  • Page 120: Glossary

    Glossary Chapter (page 41) 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. 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.
  • Page 121 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) (page 22) HDMI is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection. The HDMI connection carries standard to high definition video signals and multi-channel audio signals to AV components such as HDMI equipped TVs, in digital form without degradation.

  • Page 122: Dvd Audio/Subtitle Language

    DVD Audio/Subtitle Language When you play a DVD VIDEO, the language of the selected audio track or subtitle is abbreviated as follows. See page 102 to change the audio track or subtitle. Abbreviation Language Arabic Bulgarian Chinese Croatian Czech Danish German English Spanish...

  • Page 123: Index

    Index Words in quotations appear in the on-screen displays. Numerics 16:9 31 4:3 Letter Box 31 4:3 Pan Scan 31 “A-B Erase” 59 “Add” 65 ADVANCE 37 Angle 39 Antenna 19 AUDIO 37 “Audio” 102 “Audio (HDMI)” 100 Audio cords 24 “Audio DRC”...
  • Page 124 LINE 2 IN 32 “Line Audio Input” 53 Manual Clock Set 96 “Manual Set” 95 MENU 36 Menu Top menu 36 “Modify” 65 “Move” 66 MP3 audio tracks 42 NEXT 37 Number buttons 27 One Touch Dubbing 92 On-screen display OPTIONS menu 11 Setup Display 93 Sub-menu 11...
  • Page 126 Índice Este manual muestra la configuración básica y el funcionamiento de la videograbadora-grabadora de DVD. Para obtener más información, consulte el manual de instrucciones en inglés. Conexiones y ajustes ........3 Conexión de la grabadora .

  • Page 127: Conexiones Y Ajustes

    Conexiones y ajustes Conexión de la grabadora Siga los pasos del 1 al 6 para conectar y realizar los ajustes de la grabadora. Notas • Enchufe los cables firmemente para prevenir perturbaciones no deseadas. • Consulte las instrucciones suministradas con los componentes que va a conectar.
  • Page 128 A: Decodificador de cable o receptor vía satélite con salida de video/audio Con esta conexión, puede grabar cualquier canal del decodificador de cable o receptor vía satélite. Asegúrese de que el receptor vía satélite o decodificador de cable está encendido. Para ver programas por cable o vía satélite, debe hacer coincidir el canal de la grabadora (LINE1) con la toma de entrada que está...
  • Page 129 B: Decodificador de cable con salida de antena únicamente Con esta conexión, puede grabar cualquier canal del decodificador de cable o receptor vía satélite. Asegúrese de que el receptor vía satélite o decodificador de cable está encendido. Para grabar programas por cable debe hacer coincidir el canal de la grabadora (2, 3 ó 4 canales) con canal de salida de la antena del decodificador de cable (2, 3 ó...
  • Page 130 C: Cable sin decodificador de cable o sólo antena (sin cable de televisión) Utilice esta conexión si ve canales de televisión por cable sin decodificador de cable. Asimismo, utilice esta conexión si utiliza una antena de VHF/UHF o antenas de VHF y UHF independientes. Con esta conexión, puede grabar cualquier canal mediante la selección del canal en la grabadora.

  • Page 131: Paso 3: Conexión Al Televisor

    Paso 3: Conexión al televisor Conecte el cable de audio/video suministrado a las tomas LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) de la grabadora. Para disfrutar de una calidad de imagen superior, conecte un cable de S video (no suministrado) en lugar de la clavija amarilla (video). Si utiliza esta conexión, asegúrese de conectar el cable de audio a las tomas LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R).
  • Page 132 Si el televisor dispone de una toma de entrada de HDMI Conecte la toma de salida de HDMI* OUT mediante un cable HDMI certificado (no suministrado). Disfrutará de imágenes y sonido de alta calidad. El indicador de HDMI se ilumina en el panel frontal cuando la grabadora emite señales a través de las tomas de salida de HDMI OUT.
  • Page 133 Si el televisor tiene tomas de entrada de video componente Conecte las tomas COMPONENT VIDEO OUT mediante un cable de video componente (no suministrado) o tres cables de video (no suministrados) del mismo tipo y longitud. Disfrutará de una fiel reproducción del color y de imágenes de alta calidad.

  • Page 134: Paso 4: Conexión Del Cable De Alimentación

    Paso 4: Conexión del cable de alimentación Enchufe los cables de alimentación de la grabadora y del televisor a una toma de ca. A continuación, debe esperar unos instantes antes de utilizar la grabadora. Podrá utilizarla sólo después de que la pantalla del panel frontal se ilumine y la grabadora pase al modo de espera.

  • Page 135: Paso 6: Configuración Fácil

    Paso 6: Configuración fácil Siga los pasos que se indican a continuación para realizar el mínimo número de ajustes básicos necesarios para utilizar la grabadora. Si no completa la Configuración fácil, aparecerá cada vez que encienda la grabadora. Los ajustes se realizan en el orden siguiente. Ajuste del idioma de las indicaciones en pantalla Ajuste del sintonizador y de los canales Ajuste del reloj...
  • Page 136 Seleccione si dispone o no de conexión de cable. Configuración fácil No Disc Seleccione la forma en la que recibirá los canales. Antena Cable Si sólo utiliza una antena (sin cable de televisión), seleccione “Antena”. Para el resto de conexiones, seleccione “Cable”.
  • Page 137 Presione ENTER. Aparece la pantalla de configuración para seleccionar el tipo de señal Dolby Digital. Configuración fácil No Disc Dolby Digital D-PCM Dolby Digital Seleccione el tipo de señal Dolby Digital que desea enviar al amplificador (receptor). Si el amplificador (receptor) de AV cuenta con un decodificador Dolby Digital, seleccione “Dolby Digital”.

  • Page 138: Ver La Televisión

    Ver la televisión Mediante la conexión del televisor a la grabadora, es posible ver canales digitales y analógicos en el televisor. Botones numéricos, SET, · (punto) Encienda la grabadora. Encienda el televisor y ajuste el selector de entrada de éste de modo que la señal procedente de la grabadora aparezca en la pantalla del televisor.

  • Page 139: Reproducción De Dvd

    Reproducción de DVD Reproducción de discos - RW - RW Video Z OPEN/ CLOSE TOP MENU MENU Presione DVD para utilizar la grabadora de DVD. Presione Z OPEN/CLOSE y coloque un disco en la bandeja de discos. La cara de reproducción debe mirar hacia abajo Presione Z OPEN/CLOSE para cerrar la bandeja de discos.

  • Page 140: Opciones De Reproducción

    Opciones de reproducción REPLAY/ Botón OPEN/CLOSE AUDIO SUBTITLE REPLAY/ ADVANCE . PREV/ NEXT > Z OPEN/CLOSE MENU ADVANCE . PREV Operación Detiene la reproducción y abre la bandeja de discos. Selecciona una de las pistas de audio grabadas en el disco cuando se presiona varias veces.
  • Page 141 Botón Operación Avanza o retrocede rápidamente el disco cuando se (retroceso rápido/ presiona durante la reproducción. avance rápido) La velocidad de búsqueda cambia cada vez que presiona el botón: Reproduce a cámara lenta cuando se presiona en el (lento) modo de pausa. La velocidad de reproducción cambia cada vez que se presiona el botón: retroceso a cámara lenta...

  • Page 142: Reproducción De Un Título De La Lista Títulos

    Reproducción de un título de la Lista títulos - RW - RW Video El menú Lista títulos muestra los títulos de los programas del disco. TOP MENU MENU TITLE LIST Presione DVD para utilizar la grabadora de DVD. Coloque un disco en la bandeja de discos. Presione TITLE LIST.

  • Page 143: Grabación De Dvd

    Grabación de DVD Antes de grabar Antes de empezar la grabación... La grabadora comparte un único sintonizador para la grabadora de DVD y la videograbadora. No es posible grabar programas diferentes en un DVD y en una cinta VHS al mismo tiempo. Modo de grabación Esta grabadora dispone de ocho modos de grabación distintos, al igual que los modos de...

  • Page 144: Grabación De Discos Dvd Sin Temporizador

    Imágenes que no pueden grabarse En esta grabadora no pueden grabarse imágenes con protección contra copias. La grabación se detiene cuando se detecta una señal de protección contra copias. Señales de Discos grabables control de copias Copy-Free Copy-Once - RW Ver.1.1, Ver.1.2 con CPRM* Ver.2.0, Ver.2.1 con CPRM* Copy-Never...
  • Page 145 Presione los botones numéricos para seleccionar el canal que desea grabar y presione SET. Para obtener más información sobre cómo ajustar el canal, consulte “Ver la televisión” (página 14). Presione REC MODE varias veces para seleccionar el modo de grabación. La pantalla cambiará...

  • Page 146: Grabación De Discos Dvd Con Temporizador

    Grabación de discos DVD con temporizador - RW - RW Video Puede ajustar el temporizador para un total de 12 programas utilizando la grabación de DVD con temporizador y la grabación de videograbadora con temporizador con un máximo de un mes de anticipación.
  • Page 147 F “Modo”: Selecciona el modo de grabación (página 19). Para utilizar la función Ajustar modo grab. (página 23), seleccione “AUTO”. Si se equivoca, seleccione el elemento y cambie el ajuste. Presione ENTER. Aparecerá el menú Lista de temporizador. Se ilumina el indicador c en la pantalla del panel frontal, y la grabadora está...

  • Page 148: Reproducción De La Videograbadora

    Reproducción de la videograbadora Reproducción de una cinta Z OPEN/ CLOSE DISPLAY CLEAR Presione VIDEO para utilizar la videograbadora. Inserte una cinta. La reproducción comienza automáticamente si inserta una cinta a la que se le ha quitado la lengüeta de protección. Presione H PLAY.

  • Page 149: Opciones De Reproducción

    Opciones de reproducción REPLAY/ ADVANCE . PREV Botón Operación • Avanza o retrocede rápidamente si se presiona durante el modo de detención. (retroceso Si mantiene presionado el botón durante el avance o retroceso rápido, podrá ver la rápido/avance imagen. rápido) •...

  • Page 150: Grabación De La Videograbadora

    Grabación de la videograbadora Antes de grabar Antes de empezar la grabación... La grabadora comparte un único sintonizador para la grabadora de DVD y la videograbadora. No es posible grabar programas diferentes en un DVD y en una cinta VHS al mismo tiempo. Nota La grabadora dispone de función de protección contra copia.

  • Page 151: Grabación En La Videograbadora Sin Temporizador

    Grabación en la videograbadora sin temporizador Botones numéricos, SET, · (punto) DISPLAY z REC Presione VIDEO para utilizar la videograbadora. Inserte una cinta provista de lengüeta de seguridad. Presione DIGITAL/ANALOG para seleccionar la emisión. Presione los botones numéricos para seleccionar el canal que desea grabar y presione SET.

  • Page 152: Grabación En La Videograbadora Con Temporizador

    Cada vez que se presione el botón, el tiempo aumentará en 30 minutos, hasta un máximo de seis horas. 0:30 1:00 5:30 “c” y “OTR” se iluminan y el tiempo de grabación restante aparece en la pantalla del panel frontal. Cuando el contador llega a “0:00”, la grabadora detiene la grabación y se apaga.
  • Page 153 Presione TIMER. Temporizador – Estándar No Rec To Date Start Source Mode Edit. No.01 4/15 09:00PM 10:00PM 4/30 09:15PM 09:45PM CH11 Sop. Fecha Inicio --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- Can 8 --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- --/-- --:-- --:-- ---- Seleccione un elemento utilizando </,...

  • Page 154: Copiado (Cinta Y Dvd)

    Copiado (CINTA Copiado de una cinta VHS a un DVD - RW - RW Video Puede grabar (copiar) fácilmente una cinta VHS en un disco. Antes de hacerlo, realice los ajustes de audio necesarios en la videograbadora. SYSTEM MENU H PLAY X PAUSE TVIDEO DVD)

  • Page 155: Copiado De Un Dvd A Una Cinta Vhs

    Seleccione “VIDEO t DVD” y presione ENTER. La pantalla solicita confirmación. Seleccione “Sí” y presione ENTER. Comienza el copiado. z Observaciones • Si aparece una pantalla negra (sin señal) al final del disco copiado, no se trata de un mal funcionamiento. Esta pantalla se graba si existen diferencias entre el tiempo del disco y de la cinta al detener la grabación.
  • Page 156 Inserte un disco de origen. Presione DVD para utilizar la grabadora de DVD. Presione TOP MENU o TITLE LIST para seleccionar un título. Inicie la reproducción del DVD y, a continuación, presione x STOP o X PAUSE en el punto en el que desee iniciar el proceso de copiado.
  • Page 160 Sony Corporation Printed in China AK68-01325A...

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