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Sony RDR-VX500 Operating Instructions (RDRVX500) Operating Instructions Manual

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Video Cassette Recorder/
DVD Recorder
Operating Instructions
RDR-VX500
For customers in the U.S.A
Owner's 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._____________
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© 2004 Sony Corporation
For Customers in Canada
If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for
Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service.
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  • Page 1 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._____________ ©...

  • Page 2: Warning

    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.

  • Page 3: Precautions

    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. On power sources • Operate the recorder only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz. •...
  • Page 4 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 5 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 Recording ......... . 67 Before Recording .

  • Page 8: Ways To Use Your Video Cassette Recorder/Dvd Recorder

    Ways to Use Your Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder What is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? , This is a DVD recorder with built-in VHS video deck. It allows recording to DVD+RWs, DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs, DVD-Rs, and VHS tapes. In addition, you can also enjoy playback and editing of DVD discs and VHS tapes.
  • Page 9 Quick access to recorded titles – Title List , Display the Title List to see all of the titles on the disc, including the recording date, channel, recording mode, recording time and movie thumbnail image (page 42). Creating your own program – Playlist , Record a program on a DVD-RW (VR mode), then erase, move and add scenes at will to create your own, original program...

  • Page 10: Quick Guide To Dvd Disc Types

    Quick Guide to DVD Disc Types Recordable and playable discs Disc Type Logo DVD+RW mode DVD- Video mode DVD+R DVD-R Usable disc versions (as of June 2004) • 4x-speed or slower DVD+RWs • 2x-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.1 with CPRM •...
  • Page 11 Recording Features Auto Manual Rewrite Chapter Chapter (page 48) (page 104) (page 84) Discs that cannot be recorded on • DVD-RWs (Ver.1.0) • DVD+RWs that are not 2.4x-speed compatible • Double layer discs • 8 cm discs Editing Features Change Erase title title name (page 82)

  • Page 12: Playable Discs

    12 cm/8 cm discs DVD+RW Operation 12 cm 8 cm 12 cm 8 cm 12 cm 8 cm 12 cm 8 cm 12 cm 8 cm Playback Recording Playable discs Type Disc Logo DVD VIDEO VIDEO CD DATA CD * A logical format of files and folders on DATA-CDs, defined by ISO (International Standard Organization).
  • Page 13 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 14: Recordable And Playable Vhs Tapes

    Recordable and playable VHS tapes This VCR uses the VHS system. Recording This VCR records using the VHS system. z Hint If you do not want recorded contents to be erased, break off the erasure prevention tab. To record again on a tape that has had the erasure prevention tab removed, cover the hole with cellophane tape, etc.

  • Page 15: 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. • Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.
  • Page 16 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 satellite receiver or cable box is turned on. To watch cable or satellite programs, you need to match the channel on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE 1 IN).
  • Page 17 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 satellite receiver or cable box is turned on. To watch 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 18: Step 3: Connecting To Your Tv

    Step 3: Connecting to Your TV Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your TV. LINE OUT AUDIO VIDEO VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow Note Do not connect more than one type of video cord between the recorder and your TV at the same time. (red) Audio/video cord (supplied)
  • Page 19 Connecting to audio/video input jacks If your TV, monitor, projector, or other equipment has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get better picture and sound if you connect the recorder using this connection. Yellow White (L) Red (R) Connecting to an antenna input jack If your TV does not have audio/video (A/V) input jack, connect the recorder to a TV using an...
  • Page 20 If your TV has an S video input jack Connect an S video cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images. Make audio connections using the AUDIO OUT L/R jacks when you connect the recorder using this connection. S video cord (not supplied) to S VIDEO OUT VCR-DVD recorder...
  • Page 21 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 22 Notes • 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’...

  • Page 23: 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). LINE OUT AUDIO VIDEO...
  • Page 24 Notes • Do not connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to come from your TV’s speakers. • When recording a DVD, the DVD audio signal is output to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT even if you switch the output to VIDEO.

  • Page 25: Input Jack

    Connecting to audio L/R input jacks This connection will use your TV’s or stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two speakers for sound. Connect using the audio/video cord (supplied). Yellow White (L) Red (R) • Surround effect (page 60) Surround1 Surround2 Surround3 : Virtual speaker Note Do not connect your TV’s audio output jacks to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time.

  • Page 26: Step 5: Connecting The Power Cord

    COAXIAL OPTICAL S VIDEO OUT Notes • 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.
  • Page 27 TV 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 Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daewoo Daytron TV/DVD·VIDEO...
  • Page 28 Code numbers of controllable AV amplifiers (receivers) If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your AV amplifier (receiver). Manufacturer Sony Denon Kenwood Onkyo Pioneer Sansui TV/DVD·VIDEO...
  • Page 29 If you have a Sony DVD Player/Video Cassette Recorder or Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD Player/Video Cassette Recorder or Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder, set the command mode number for this recorder and the...

  • Page 30: Step 7: Easy Setup

    Step 7: Easy Setup Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the recorder. If you do not complete Easy Setup, it will appear each time you turn on your recorder. Settings are made in the following order. OSD Language Setup Clock Setup Tuner and Channel Setup...
  • Page 31 Select “Auto,” and press ENTER. The recorder will automatically search for a channel that carries a time signal when you turn off the recorder after finishing Easy Setup. • If broadcasters in your area are not yet sending time signals, select “Manual,” and press ENTER.

  • Page 32: Setting Up The Vcr Plus+ ® System

    Select whether or not you want to send a DTS signal to your amplifier (receiver), and press ENTER. If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a DTS decoder, select “On.” Otherwise, select “Off.” Press ENTER when “Finish” appears. Easy Setup is finished. All connections and setup operations are complete.
  • Page 33 Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. Setup Title List Tuner Preset Clock Set Timer Video Edit Audio Features Disc Setting Options Setup Easy Setup Select “Tuner Preset,” and press ENTER. Select “Guide Channel Setup,” and press ENTER. The upper row shows VCR Plus+ guide channels assigned in the program guide and the lower row shows TV channels or cable box or satellite receiver out put channels.

  • Page 34: Connecting Another Vcr Or Similar Device

    Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device After disconnecting the recorder’s power cord from an AC outlet, connect other VCR or similar recording device to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. To record on this recorder, see “Recording from Connected Equipment with a Timer (Synchro Rec)”...
  • Page 35 Connecting to the LINE 1 IN jacks You can connect a second VCR or similar device. Audio/video cord (not supplied) VCR-DVD recorder z Hint When the connected equipment outputs only monaural sound, use audio cables that distribute monaural sounds to left/ right channels (not supplied).
  • Page 36 Notes • Do not connect the yellow LINE IN (VIDEO) jack when using an S video cord. • Do not connect the output jack of this recorder to another equipment’s input jack with the other equipment’s output jack connected to the input jack of this recorder. Noise (feedback) may result. •...

  • Page 37: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Playing a DVD Disc or VHS Tape Playing a DVD disc - RW - RW Video Z OPEN/ CLOSE H PLAY Turn on the TV. Press "/1. The recorder turns on. Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 38: Recording A Program To A Dvd Disc

    Turn on the TV. Press "/1. The recorder turns on. Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on the TV screen. When connecting the recorder to the TV using only the antenna cable, see “Setting the RF Output channel”...

  • Page 39: Recording A Program To A Vhs Tape

    Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on the disc tray. With the playback side facing down Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray. Wait until “LOAD” disappears from the front panel display. Unused DVD-RWs are formatted in VR mode automatically.

  • Page 40: Using The On-Screen Menus

    Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the tape speed, “SP” or “EP.” “EP” (Extended Play) provides recording time three times as long as “SP” (Standard Play). However, “SP” produces better picture and audio quality. Press z REC. “REC” appears in the front panel display and recording starts.
  • Page 41 B “Timer” (pages 50, 69): Allows you to set a new timer recording setting. You can also display the Timer List menu, which allows you to check, change, or cancel timer settings. C “Edit” (page 81): Allows you to create and edit a Playlist (DVD-RW in VR mode only), record a DV format tape onto a disc, dub from a DVD disc to a VHS tape and dub from a VHS tape to a...

  • Page 42: Using The Title List

    Using the Title List - RW - RW Video The titles of programs recorded on a disc are displayed in the Title List. Z OPEN/ CLOSE ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST TOP MENU Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a disc on the disc tray.

  • Page 43: Using The Dvd Disc Setting Displays

    Using the DVD Disc Setting Displays - RW - RW Video With the “Disc Setting” display, you can perform operations such as formatting and finalizing (page 44). Z OPEN/ CLOSE SYSTEM MENU O RETURN Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a disc on the disc tray.
  • Page 44 z Hints • You can set protection for individual titles (page 82). • By reformatting, you can change the recording format on DVD-RWs, or record again on DVD-RWs (Video mode) that have been finalized. Note You can enter up to 32 characters for a disc name. The disc name may not appear when the disc is played on other DVD equipment.

  • Page 45: Checking The Play Information And Playing Time

    Checking the Play Information and Playing Time - RW - RW Video DATA CD You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track. DISPLAY Press DISPLAY. The information display appears. The display disappears after a short time. Play 1:23:45 Rem 16:15...

  • Page 46: Changing The Name Of A Recorded Program (Title Input)

    Changing the Name of a Recorded Program (Title Input) - RW - RW Video You can label a title, disc, or program by entering characters. You can enter up to 32 characters for a title or disc name, but the actual number of characters displayed in the menus such as the Title List will vary.

  • Page 47: Dvd Recording

    DVD Recording Before Recording Before you start recording… • This recorder can record on various discs. Select the disc type according to your needs (page 10). • Check that the disc has enough available space for the recording (page 50). For DVD-RWs, you can free up disc space by erasing titles (page 82).

  • Page 48: Dvd Recording Without The Timer

    Unrecordable pictures Pictures with copy protection cannot be recorded on this recorder. Copy control signals Copy-Free Copy-Once Copy-Never * The recorded disc can be played only on CPRM compatible equipment. Recording stops when a copy guard signal is detected. DVD Recording without the Timer Recordable discs - RW...
  • Page 49 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode. Each time you press the button, the display changes on the TV screen as follows: For more details about the recording mode, see page 47. Press z REC. Recording starts. Recording continues until you stop the recording or the disc is full.

  • Page 50: Dvd Timer Recording (Standard/Vcr Plus+)

    Checking the disc status while recording You can check the recording information such as recording time or disc type. Press DISPLAY during recording. The recording information appears. Record 0:00:03 Rem 02:28 CH 1 A Disc type B Recording status C Recording time D Recording mode E Remaining recording time F Current channel...
  • Page 51 Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on the disc tray. With the recording side facing down Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray. Wait until “LOAD” disappears from the front panel display.

  • Page 52: Recording Tv Programs Using The

    To confirm, change, or cancel timer recording See “Checking/Changing/Canceling DVD Timer Settings (Timer List)” on page 55. To use the Rec Mode Adjust function When you are recording a program in the Auto mode and there is not enough available disc space for the recording, the recorder automatically adjust the recording mode to enable the entire program to be recorded.

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

    Press ENTER. The date, start and stop times, channel, and recording mode appear. 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, check that a recordable disc is inserted.
  • Page 54 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode. Each time you press the button, the display changes on the TV screen as follows: For more details about the recording mode, see page 47. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode.

  • Page 55: Checking/Changing/Canceling Dvd Timer Settings (Timer List)

    Checking/Changing/ Canceling DVD Timer Settings (Timer List) - RW - RW Video You can check, 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,”...

  • Page 56: Recording From Connected Equipment Without A Timer

    Recording from Connected Equipment without a Timer - RW - RW Video You can record from a connected VCR or similar device. To connect other VCR or similar device, see “Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device” on page 34. Use the DV IN jack on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK jack).

  • Page 57: Playing Discs

    Playing Discs Playing - RW - RW Video DATA CD Z OPEN/ CLOSE Number buttons TITLE LIST TOP MENU H PLAY "/1 Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a disc on the disc tray. With the playback side facing down Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray.
  • Page 58 To resume playback from the point where you stopped the disc (Resume Play) When you press H PLAY again after you stop the disc, the recorder resumes playback from the point where you pressed x STOP. To start from the beginning, press x STOP twice, and press H PLAY.

  • Page 59: Playback Options

    Playback options Z OPEN/CLOSE SUBTITLE M/m/</,, INSTANT REPLAY/ INSTANT ADVANCE . PREV/NEXT > SHUFFLE Buttons Operations OPEN/CLOSE Stops play and opens the disc tray. AUDIO Selects one of the audio tracks recorded on the disc when pressed repeatedly. SUBTITLE Selects a subtitle language when pressed repeatedly. ANGLE Selects an angle when pressed repeatedly.
  • Page 60 Buttons SURROUND INSTANT REPLAY/ INSTANT ADVANCE . PREV/ NEXT > (fast reverse/fast forward) (slow) X PAUSE SHUFFLE Operations Selects one of the effects when pressed repeatedly. “Off”: No surround effect “Surround1”: Creates one set of virtual surround speakers. “Surround2”: Creates two sets of virtual surround speakers.
  • Page 61 Buttons Operations Selects the item to be repeated using M/m. REPEAT When playing a DVD • Chapter: repeats the current chapter. • Title: repeats the current title on a disc. • A-B (Repeat A-B Play): repeats a specific portion (page 58). When playing a VIDEO CD (with PBC function off) •...

  • Page 62: Searching For A Title/Chapter/Track, Etc

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

  • Page 63: Playing Mp3 Audio Tracks

    Playing MP3 Audio Tracks DATA CD You can play MP3 audio tracks on DATA CDs (CD-Rs/CD-RWs). O RETURN TOP MENU Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Place a DATA CD on the disc tray. When you load a DATA CD which contains MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, the display for selecting a media type appears.

  • Page 64: Playing Jpeg Image Files

    Notes • The recorder may not be able to play some DATA CDs created in the Packet Write format. • The recorder will play any data with the extension “.MP3,” even if they are not in MP3 format. Playing this data may generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.
  • Page 65 Select “Photo,” then press ENTER. Directory information Photo \\abc\defg Page 1 / 2 Press ./> to select the next/ previous album page, then press M/m/</ , to select an image. To display the selected image Press ENTER. The selected image is displayed over the entire screen.

  • Page 66: About Jpeg Image Files

    About JPEG image files You can play JPEG image files on CD-Rs or CD- RWs. 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.

  • Page 67: Vcr Recording

    VCR Recording Before Recording Before you start recording… Check that the tape is longer than the recording time. z Hint Timer recordings will start regardless of whether or not the recorder is turned on. You cannot turn off the recorder during a timer recording. The recorder automatically turns off after the timer recording finishes.
  • Page 68 To stop recording Press x STOP. To pause recording Press X PAUSE. To restart recording, press X PAUSE again. If you pause recording for more than 5 minutes, recording stops automatically. To watch another TV program while recording Slide the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch to TV. Press TV/VIDEO to switch to the TV’s antenna input.

  • Page 69: Vcr Timer Recording (Standard/Vcr Plus+)

    Checking the remaining time Press DISPLAY. Stop 0:30:00 Rem 01:30 CH 110 A Play mode B Time counter C Recording mode D Remaining time E Current channel To check the remaining time of a tape, set “VCR Function” – “Tape Length” of “Features” in the “Setup”...
  • Page 70 Press VIDEO to control the VCR. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Press [TIMER]. Timer – Standard No Rec To Date Start No.1 06/14 09:00PM 10:00PM 06/14 09:15PM 09:45PM RecTo Date Start Stop --/-- --:-- --:-- 11/30 --/-- --:-- --:--...
  • Page 71 To use the Auto Tape Speed function When you are recording a program in the Auto mode and the remaining tape becomes shorter than the recording time, the tape speed is automatically changed to EP mode. Note that some noise will appear on the picture when the tape speed is changed.

  • Page 72: Recording From Connected Equipment With A Timer (Synchro Rec)

    Press ENTER. The date, start and stop times, channel, and recording mode appear. 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, check that a tape with its safety tab in place is inserted.
  • Page 73 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. Select “Features,” and press ENTER. The “Features” setup appears. Select “Synchro Recording,” and press ENTER. Select “to Video,” and press ENTER. Press SYSTEM MENU to exit the menu. Set the timer on the connected equipment to the time of the program you want to record, and turn it off.

  • Page 74: Checking/Changing/Canceling Vcr Timer Settings (Timer List)

    Checking/Changing/ Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List) You can check, 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 RecTo Date...

  • Page 75: Recording From Connected Equipment Without A Timer

    Recording from Connected Equipment without a Timer You can record from a connected VCR or similar device. To connect other VCR or similar device, see “Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device” on page 34. REC MODE Press VIDEO to control the VCR. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.

  • Page 76: Playing Vhs Tapes

    Playing VHS Tapes Playing Z OPEN/ CLOSE CLEAR DISPLAY H PLAY Press VIDEO to control the VCR. Insert a tape. The VCR starts playing automatically if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed. Press H PLAY. The display window shows the playback time. When the tape reaches the end, it will rewind automatically.
  • Page 77 Adjusting the picture (tracking) Although the VCR automatically adjusts the tracking when playing a tape, distortion may occur if the recording is in poor condition. In this case, manually adjust the tracking. Press TRACKING +/– to adjust the picture. The tracking meter appears. Press TRACKING +/–...
  • Page 78 Playback option Buttons Operations • Fast reverses/fast forwards when pressed during stop. (fast reverse/fast When you press and hold down the button during fast reverse/fast forward, you can forward) view the picture. • Plays at high speed when briefly pressed during playback. When you press and hold down the button during playback, playing at high speed continues until you release the button.

  • Page 79: 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 You cannot use these search functions during DVD recording.

  • Page 80: Selecting The Sound During Playback

    Searching using the index function (Scan and Play) The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each recording begins. Use these signals as references to find a specific recording. Press VIDEO to control the VCR. Press TOOLS.

  • Page 81: 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 10). Note You may lose the edited contents if you remove the disc or a timer recording starts while editing.

  • Page 82: Editing A Title

    The advanced edit functions available for Playlist titles are: – Labeling a title (page 82). – Erasing a title (page 82). – Editing a Playlist scene (page 86). z Hint You can display the disc’s Playlist titles in the Title List (Playlist), or the original titles in the Title List (Original).
  • Page 83 Select an option, and press ENTER. You can make the following edits to the title. “Erase”: Erases the selected title. Select “OK” when asked for confirmation. “Protect”: Protects the title. Select “On” when the Protection display appears. “ next to the protected title. To cancel the protection, select “Off.”...

  • Page 84: Creating A Playlist

    Creating chapters manually - RW You can manually insert a chapter mark at any point you like during playback. Press CHAPTER MARK at the point where you want to divide the title into chapters. Each time you press the button, “Marking mark...” appears on the screen and the scenes before and after of the mark become separate chapters.
  • Page 85 Select “Edit,” and press ENTER. Edit Title List Create Playlist Edit Playlist Timer DV Edit Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Setup Select “Create Playlist,” and press ENTER. “Start” is selected. Create Playlist Scene No.01 Start 00:00:00 00:00:07 Playlist No. 01 End 00:00:00 ---/--/---- --:-- Press ENTER at the starting point.

  • Page 86: Editing A Playlist

    Editing a Playlist - RW You can edit a scene of the Playlist titles. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN ./> H PLAY Press DVD to control the DVD recorder. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is stopped. Title List(Original) Title List Press ENTER : Timer Title Menu for DVD Title List.
  • Page 87 Modifying a scene (Modify) - RW You can change the start and end point of the selected scene. After step 7 of “Editing a Playlist” on page 86, select a scene, and press ENTER. Select “Modify,” and press ENTER. “Start” is selected. Modify Scene No.01 Start 00:00:00...
  • Page 88 Adding a scene (Add) - RW You can add a scene before the selected scene. After step 7 of “Editing a Playlist” on page 86, select a scene, and press ENTER. Select “Add,” and press ENTER. “Start” is selected. Start 00:00:00 00:00:07 Playlist No.

  • Page 89: Dubbing (Tape Y Dvd)

    Dubbing (TAPE DVD) Dubbing from a Video to a - RW - RW Video You can record (dub) VHS tape video and audio to a disc. The audio switching and audio settings must be made for both the VHS tape and the disc. AUDIO SYSTEM MENU...
  • Page 90 Select “Video t DVD,” and press ENTER. The display for confirmation appears. Select “OK,” and press ENTER. Dubbing starts. To select the recording mode Press DVD to control the DVD recorder, then press REC MODE repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display changes on the TV screen as follows: For more details about the recording mode, see page 47.

  • Page 91: Dubbing From A Dvd To A Video

    Dubbing from a DVD to a Video - RW - RW Video You can record (dub) DVD video and audio to a VHS tape. However, note that when you record copy-protected software to a tape, the video may appear disrupted when you play back the tape. AUDIO SUBTITLE SYSTEM...
  • Page 92 Select “Dubbing,” and press ENTER. Edit Title List Create Playlist Edit Playlist Timer DV Edit Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Setup Select “DVD t Video,” and press ENTER. The display for confirmation appears. Select “OK,” and press ENTER. Dubbing starts. The disc’s menu may appear depending on the disc when playback of a disc finishes.

  • Page 93: Dv Dubbing (Dv T Dvd)

    DV Dubbing (DV t DVD) Before DV Dubbing This section explains dubbing with a digital video camera via the DV IN jack on the front panel. If you want to dub by way of the LINE IN jacks, see “Recording from Connected Equipment with a Timer (Synchro Rec)”...

  • Page 94: Dubbing From A Dv Format Tape To A Dvd

    Dubbing from a DV Format Tape to a DVD - RW - RW Video You can record a DV format tape onto a disc. The recorder controls the digital video camera. You can fast forward, rewind, play in slow motion, and stop the tape to select the scenes using the recorder’s remote control.
  • Page 95 Select “Audio,” and press ENTER. Audio Title list Tuner Audio : Main Digital Out Timer Downmix : Normal Edit Audio DRC : Standard Scan Audio : On Disc Setting DV Audio Input : Stereo 1 Line Audio Input : Stereo Setup Select “DV Audio Input,”...

  • Page 96: 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 in the disc take priority over the setup display settings, and not all of the functions...

  • Page 97: Antenna Reception Setting (Tuner Preset)

    Some items display a dialog box that provides further detailed settings. Example: The following dialog box appears when “Parental” in “Options” setup is selected. Enter Password Title list Timer Enter the password. Edit Disc Setting Setup In this case, see “Parental” in “Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options)”...
  • Page 98 Select “Auto Preset,” and press ENTER. All receivable channels are preset in numerical sequence. Auto Preset Title list Searching for receivable channels: 3 Timer Edit Scanning... Please wait. Disc Setting Setup Manual Set Presets or disables channels manually. If some channels could not be set using the Auto Preset or Easy Setup function, you can set them manually.

  • Page 99: Clock Setting (Clock Set)

    Clock Setting (Clock Set) The “Clock Set” setup helps you to make clock setting for the recorder. Select “Clock Set” in the “Setup” display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Displays” on page 96. Auto (Auto Clock Set) Turns on the Auto Clock Set function when a channel in your local area broadcasts a time signal.

  • Page 100: Video Settings (Video)

    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. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode.
  • Page 101 Picture control You can adjust the video signal of the DVD or VIDEO CD (with PBC function off) from the player to obtain the picture quality you want. Select the setting that best suits the program you are watching. Dynamic 1 Produces a bold dynamic picture by increasing the picture contrast and the color intensity.

  • Page 102: 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 103 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. For details on the rear signal components, see “Checking the Play Information and Playing Time”...

  • Page 104: Recording And Vcr Settings (Features)

    Recording and VCR Settings (Features) The “Features” setup allows you to change the tape length, auto play and auto repeat settings. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. Select “Features,” and press ENTER. The “Features”...

  • Page 105: Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options)

    Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options) The “Options” setup allows you to set up other operational settings. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. Select “Options,” and press ENTER. The “Options” setup appears with the following options.
  • Page 106 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 10:10 AM page 29.

  • Page 107: Easy Setup (Resetting The Recorder)

    Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder) Select this to run the Easy Setup program. Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. Select “Setup,” and press ENTER. Select “Easy Setup,” and press ENTER. Easy Setup Follow the guide to make initial setting. Start Cancel Select “Start,”...

  • Page 108: 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 109: Dvd Playback

    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. Sound There is no sound. , Re-connect all connections securely. , The connecting cord is damaged.
  • Page 110 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 VIDEO’s menu. , The subtitles cannot be changed for the titles recorded on this recorder.
  • Page 111 , Adjust the tracking with the TRACKING +/– buttons. , 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 112: Remote Control

    Others The recorder does not operate properly. , Restart the recorder. Press down "/1 on the recorder for more than ten seconds until “SONY DVD” appears in the front panel display. , 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.

  • Page 113: Notes About This Recorder

    Notes About This Recorder On operation • If the recorder is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the recorder. Should this occur, the recorder may not operate properly.

  • Page 114: Specifications

    Specifications System DVD recorder section Laser Semiconductor laser Audio recording format Dolby Digital Video recording format MPEG Video VCR section Format VHS NTSC standard Video recording system Rotary head helical scanning FM system Video heads Double azimuth four heads Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Tape speed SP: 33.35 mm/s (1...

  • 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 For further precautions, see the notes on page 93. For details on precautions when connecting this recorder, also see the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected. Required i.LINK cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during DV dubbing). i.LINK and are trademarks.

  • Page 117: 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 "/1 (on/standby) button (30) B Disc tray (37, 48, 57) C A (open/close) button (37, 48, 57) D DVD t button (91)
  • Page 118 Remote for DVD Buttons on the remote have the same function as the buttons on the recorder if they have the same or similar names. Buttons with an orange dot next to them can be used with your TV when the TV/ DVD·VIDEO switch is set to TV.
  • Page 119 Slide the cover. T ?/1 (on/standby) button (30) U CH +/– (channel) buttons* (38, 48) V VOL (volume) +/– buttons (27) W TV/VIDEO button (27) X INPUT SELECT button (38, 48, 94) Y SURROUND button (59) Z SYSTEM MENU button (40) TITLE LIST button (42, 57, 82) TOOLS button (41) wj ZOOM button (59)
  • Page 120 Remote for VIDEO Buttons on the remote have the same function as the buttons on the recorder if they have the same or similar names. Buttons with an orange dot next to them can be used with your TV when the TV/ DVD·VIDEO switch is set to TV.
  • Page 121 Front panel display RW VR VCD 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 Rear panel A S VIDEO OUT jack (20) B DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL/ OPTICAL) jacks (25) C AUDIO OUT L/R jacks (25)

  • Page 122: Glossary

    Glossary Chapter (page 62) Sections of a picture or a music feature that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Depending on the disc, no chapters may be recorded. 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 123: Dvd Audio/Subtitle Language

    Interlace format (page 101) Interlace format shows every other line of an image as a single “field” and is the standard method for displaying images on television. The even number field shows the even numbered lines of an image, and the odd numbered field shows the odd numbered lines of an image.

  • Page 124: Index

    Index Words in quotations appear in the on-screen displays. Numerics 16:9 31 “3, 4 Ch Out” 19 4:3 Letter Box 31 4:3 Pan Scan 31 “A-B Erase” 83 “Add” 86 ANGLE 59 Antenna 17 AUDIO 59 “Audio” 105 Audio cords 23 “Audio DRC”...
  • Page 125 Manual Clock Set 99 “Manual Set” 98 MARKER 62 MENU 57 Menu Top menu 57 “Modify” 86 “Move” 86 MP3 audio tracks 63 NEXT 60 Number buttons 27 On-screen display Setup Display 96 Sub-menu 41 System Menu 40 TOOLS menu 41 On-Screen Menus 40 Options settings 105 Original 42...
  • Page 126 “Unfinalize” 44 Unrecordable pictures 48 “VCR Function” 104 VCR Plus+ 32 Video mode 10 Video settings 100 VR mode 10 ZOOM 59 Zoom 65...
  • Page 128 Sony Corporation Printed in Korea AK68-00523B...

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