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SECTION 1
GENERAL
RDR-GX210
This section is extracted from instruction
manual (2-548-696-11).
manual (2-548-696-11).
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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 mains lead must only be changed
at a qualified service shop.
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open
the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
The mains lead must only be changed
at a qualified service shop.
This appliance is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER product. The
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
MARKING is located on the rear
exterior.
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 DVD
recorder is harmful to eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.
product will increase eye hazard. As
the laser beam used in this DVD
recorder is harmful to eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.
This label is located on the laser
protective housing inside the
enclosure.
protective housing inside the
enclosure.
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom and Republic of
Ireland
United Kingdom and Republic of
Ireland
A moulded plug complying with
BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for
your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied
need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362,
(i.e., marked with
BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for
your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied
need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362,
(i.e., marked with
or
mark)
must be used.
If the plug supplied with this
equipment has a detachable fuse cover,
be sure to attach the fuse cover after
you change the fuse. Never use the
plug without the fuse cover. If you
should lose the fuse cover, please
contact your nearest Sony service
station.
If the plug supplied with this
equipment has a detachable fuse cover,
be sure to attach the fuse cover after
you change the fuse. Never use the
plug without the fuse cover. If you
should lose the fuse cover, please
contact your nearest Sony service
station.
Precautions
• This unit operates on 220 – 240 V
AC, 50/60 Hz. Check that the unit’s
operating voltage is identical with
your local power supply.
operating voltage is identical with
your local power supply.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not place objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, on the apparatus.
such as vases, on the apparatus.
VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are
registered trademarks of Gemstar
Development Corporation.
The VIDEO Plus+ system is
manufactured under license from
Gemstar Development Corporation.
registered trademarks of Gemstar
Development Corporation.
The VIDEO Plus+ system is
manufactured under license from
Gemstar Development Corporation.
Precautions
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits set
out in the EMC Directive using a
connection cable shorter than 3
metres.
found to comply with the limits set
out in the EMC Directive using a
connection cable shorter than 3
metres.
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.
into the cabinet, unplug the recorder
and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any
further.
On power sources
• The recorder is not disconnected
from the AC power source (mains)
as long as it is connected to the
wall outlet, even if the recorder
itself has been turned off.
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 (mains lead), grasp the
plug itself; never pull the cord.
disconnect the recorder from the
wall outlet. To disconnect the AC
power cord (mains lead), grasp the
plug itself; never pull the cord.
• Do not disconnect the AC power
cord (mains lead) while the
recorder is in use.
recorder is in use.
On placement
• Place the recorder in a location
with adequate ventilation to
prevent heat build-up in the
recorder.
prevent heat build-up in the
recorder.
• Do not place the recorder on a soft
surface such as a rug that might
block the ventilation holes.
block the ventilation holes.
• Do not place the recorder in a
confined space such as a bookshelf
or similar unit.
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.
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.
be operated in a horizontal
position only.
• Keep the recorder and discs away
from equipment with strong
magnets, such as microwave
ovens, or large loudspeakers.
magnets, such as microwave
ovens, or large loudspeakers.
• Do not place heavy objects on the
recorder.
CAUTION
CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM.
UNDGÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.
UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.
KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPENS.
KLASS 3B SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR
ÖPPNAD. STRÄLEN ÄR FARLIG.
ÖPPNAD. STRÄLEN ÄR FARLIG.
KURSSI 3B NÄKYVÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA
LASERÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEN.
LASERÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEN.
ADVARSEL
ADVARSEL
VARNING
VARO!
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On recording
• Note that the contents of the
recording cannot be compensated
for under any and all conditions,
including conditions that may
arise due to a malfunction of this
unit.
for under any and all conditions,
including conditions that may
arise due to a malfunction of this
unit.
• Make trial recordings before
making the actual recording.
Copyrights
• Television programmes, 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
programme owner.
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
programme 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.
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.
Copy guard function
Since the recorder has a copy guard
function, programmes received
through an external tuner (not
supplied) may contain copy
protection signals (copy guard
function) and as such may not be
recordable, depending on the type of
signal.
function, programmes received
through an external tuner (not
supplied) may contain copy
protection signals (copy guard
function) and as such may not be
recordable, depending on the type of
signal.
If you have any questions or
problems concerning your recorder,
please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
problems concerning your recorder,
please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
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.
remote. You can also use the
controls on the recorder if they
have the same or similar names as
those on the remote.
• The option names and messages
that appear on the screen are
enclosed in brackets.
enclosed in brackets.
• The on-screen display illustrations
used in this manual may not match
the graphics displayed on your TV
screen.
the graphics displayed on your TV
screen.
• The explanations regarding discs
in this manual refer to discs
created on this recorder. The
explanations do not apply to discs
that are created on other recorders
and played back on this recorder.
created on this recorder. The
explanations do not apply to discs
that are created on other recorders
and played back on this recorder.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This recorder is capable
of holding a still video image or
on-screen display image on your
television screen indefinitely. If
you leave the still video image or
on-screen display image displayed
on your TV for an extended period
of time you risk permanent damage
to your television screen. Plasma
display panels and projection
televisions are especially
susceptible to this.
of holding a still video image or
on-screen display image on your
television screen indefinitely. If
you leave the still video image or
on-screen display image displayed
on your TV for an extended period
of time you risk permanent damage
to your television screen. Plasma
display panels and projection
televisions are especially
susceptible to this.
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Ways to Use Your DVD Recorder
Quick access to recorded titles – Title List
, Display the Title List to see all of the titles
on the disc, including recording date, title
length, and thumbnail image (page 29).
length, and thumbnail image (page 29).
Creating your own programme – Playlist
, Record a programme on a DVD-RW (VR
mode), then delete, move and add scenes at
will to create your own, original
programme (page 59).
will to create your own, original
programme (page 59).
Dubbing of DV/Digital8 tapes – DV Dubbing
, Connect your digital video camera to the
DV IN jack and dub the entire contents or
just selected scenes to a DVD disc
(page 66).
just selected scenes to a DVD disc
(page 66).
Title List
Title List
Original
DVD-RW
2:45:00
Free
SLP
Title 1
1/7
07/12 0:45:00
Title 2
09/12 1:00:00
09/12 1:00:00
Title 3
10/12 0:15:00
10/12 0:15:00
Title 4
13/12 0:10:00
13/12 0:10:00
Title 5
16/12 0:10:00
16/12 0:10:00
Title 6
19/12 0:25:00
19/12 0:25:00
Original
Playlist
Control
Dubbing
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Progressive PAL playback
, If your TV is compatible with progressive
signals, you can enjoy accurate colour
reproduction and high quality images in
Progressive mode.
reproduction and high quality images in
Progressive mode.
Playing JPEG image files
, You can enjoy viewing JPEG images on
your TV screen. First, take pictures with a
digital camera and save them in JPEG
format to a CD-RW/CD-R on a PC. Then
play the CD-RW/CD-R on this recorder
(page 57).
digital camera and save them in JPEG
format to a CD-RW/CD-R on a PC. Then
play the CD-RW/CD-R on this recorder
(page 57).
A list of recordable and playable discs is on page 8.
Shoot
Save
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Quick Guide to Disc Types
Recordable and playable discs
Usable disc versions (as of February 2005)
• 4x-speed or slower DVD+RWs
• 4x-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.2
• 4x-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.2
with CPRM*
1
)
• 8x-speed or slower DVD+Rs
• 8x-speed or slower DVD-Rs (Ver.2.0)
• 8x-speed or slower DVD-Rs (Ver.2.0)
“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” and “DVD-R,”
are trademarks.
are trademarks.
*1
CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is
a coding technology that protects copyrights for
images.
a coding technology that protects copyrights for
images.
*2
To free up disc space, erase the last title on the disc.
*3
Erasing titles does not free up disc space.
Type
Disc
Logo
Logo
Icon
used in
this
manual
used in
this
manual
Formatting
(new discs)
(new discs)
Compatibility with
other DVD players
(finalizing)
other DVD players
(finalizing)
DVD+RW
Automatically
formatted
formatted
Playable on DVD+RW
compatible players
(automatically finalized)
compatible players
(automatically finalized)
DVD-
RW
RW
VR
mode
mode
Automatically
formatted in VR mode
formatted in VR mode
Playable only on VR mode
compatible players
(finalization unnecessary)
compatible players
(finalization unnecessary)
Video
mode
mode
Manually reformat in
Video mode (page 27)
Video mode (page 27)
Playable on most DVD players
(finalization necessary)
(page 35)
(finalization necessary)
(page 35)
DVD+R
Automatically
formatted
formatted
Playable on most DVD+R
compatible players (finalization
necessary) (page 35)
compatible players (finalization
necessary) (page 35)
DVD-R
Automatically
formatted
formatted
Playable on most DVD players
(finalization necessary)
(page 35)
(finalization necessary)
(page 35)
+
RW
-RW
VR
-RW
Video
+
R
-
R
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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
• DVD+RWs that are not 2.4x-speed compatible
• Double layer discs
• 8 cm discs
Recording Features
Editing Features
Rewrite
(page 37)
(page 37)
Record
16:9 sizes
(page 77)
16:9 sizes
(page 77)
Auto
chapter
(page 77)
chapter
(page 77)
Erase title
(page 61)
(page 61)
A-B Erase
(page 61)
(page 61)
Manual
chapter
(page 64)
chapter
(page 64)
Erase
chapter/
Hide
chapter
(page 64)
chapter/
Hide
chapter
(page 64)
Playlist
(page 59)
(page 59)
Yes
No
Yes
Yes *
2
No
Yes
No/Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes/No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes *
2
No
No
No/No
No
No
No
Yes
Yes *
3
No
Yes
No/Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes *
3
No
No
No/No
No
,
continued
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Playable discs
Note about CDs
The recorder can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs recorded in the following formats:
• music CD format
• video CD format
• MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of
RWs recorded in the following formats:
• music CD format
• video CD format
• MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of
format conforming to ISO9660* Level 1/Level
2, or its extended format, Joliet
2, or its extended format, Joliet
* A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs,
defined by ISO (International Organization for
Standardization).
Standardization).
Discs that cannot be played
• All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)
• CD-Rs/CD-RWs, other than those recorded in
• CD-Rs/CD-RWs, other than those recorded in
the format, listed above
• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD-ROMs
• DVD Audio discs
• DVD-RAMs
• DVD+R DL (double layer) discs
• HD layer on Super Audio CDs
• DVD VIDEOs with a different region code
• DVD-ROMs
• DVD Audio discs
• DVD-RAMs
• DVD+R DL (double layer) discs
• HD layer on Super Audio CDs
• DVD VIDEOs with a different region code
(page 11)
z
Hint
This recorder can play 8 cm CDs and finalized 8 cm
DVDs.
DVDs.
Type
Disc
Logo
Logo
Icon
used in
this
manual
used in
this
manual
Characteristics
DVD VIDEO
Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented
VIDEO CD
VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super
VIDEO CD format
VIDEO CD format
CD
Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can
be purchased
be purchased
DATA CD
CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs containing MP3 audio tracks
and JPEG image files
and JPEG image files
DVD
VCD
CD
DATA CD
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Note on playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs
VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software
producers. Since this recorder plays DVD
VIDEOs/VIDEO CDs according to the disc
contents the software producers designed, some
playback features may not be available. Also, see
the instructions supplied with the DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs.
VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software
producers. Since this recorder plays DVD
VIDEOs/VIDEO CDs according to the disc
contents the software producers designed, some
playback features may not be available. Also, see
the instructions supplied with the DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs.
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
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
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.
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.
Music discs encoded with copyright protection
technologies
technologies
This product is designed to play back discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are being
marketed by some record companies. Please be
aware that among those discs, there are some that
do not conform to the CD standard and may not be
playable by this product.
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are being
marketed by some record companies. Please be
aware that among those discs, there are some that
do not conform to the CD standard and may not be
playable by this product.
Note on DualDiscs
This product is designed to playback discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. A
DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates
DVD recorded material on one side with digital
audio material on the other side. Please be aware
that the audio side of a DualDisc may not play on
this product because these discs do not conform to
the CD standard.
“DualDisc” is a trademark of the Recording
Industry Association of America (RIAA).
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. A
DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates
DVD recorded material on one side with digital
audio material on the other side. Please be aware
that the audio side of a DualDisc may not play on
this product because these discs do not conform to
the CD standard.
“DualDisc” is a trademark of the Recording
Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Notes
• Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or
CD-RWs/CD-Rs cannot be played on this recorder due
to the recording quality or physical condition of the
disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and
authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not
been correctly finalized. For more information, see the
operating instructions for the recording device.
to the recording quality or physical condition of the
disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and
authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not
been correctly finalized. For more information, see the
operating instructions for the recording device.
• You cannot mix VR mode and Video mode on the same
DVD-RW. To change the disc’s format, reformat the
disc (page 27). Note that the disc’s contents will be
erased after reformatting.
disc (page 27). Note that the disc’s contents will be
erased after reformatting.
• You cannot shorten the time required for recording
even with high-speed discs.
• It is recommended that you use discs with “For Video”
printed on their packaging.
• You cannot add new recordings to DVD-RWs (Video
mode) or DVD-Rs that contain recordings made on
other DVD equipment.
other DVD equipment.
• In some cases, you may not be able to add new
recordings to DVD+RWs that contain recordings made
on other DVD equipment. If you do add a new
recording, note that this recorder will rewrite the DVD
menu.
on other DVD equipment. If you do add a new
recording, note that this recorder will rewrite the DVD
menu.
• If the disc contains PC data unrecognizable by this
recorder, the data may be erased.
ALL
Region code
RDR–XXXX
XXV XXHz XXW
X
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Hookups and Settings
Hooking Up the Recorder
Follow steps 1 to 6 to hook up the recorder, and step 7 to make the initial settings for the recorder
(page 21).
(page 21).
Notes
• Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.
• See the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.
• You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not have a SCART or video input jack.
• Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each component before connecting.
• See the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.
• You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not have a SCART or video input jack.
• Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each component before connecting.
Step 1: Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• Audio cord (pinplug
• Audio cord (pinplug
u 2
y pinplug u 2) (1)
• Video cord (pinplug
u 1
y pinplug u 1) (1)
• Aerial cable (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
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Step 2: Connecting the Aerial Cable
Connect the aerial cable by following the steps below. Do not connect the mains lead until you reach “Step
5: Connecting the Mains Lead” (page 18).
5: Connecting the Mains Lead” (page 18).
1
Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV and connect it to AERIAL IN on the rear panel of the
recorder.
recorder.
2
Connect AERIAL OUT of the recorder to the aerial input of your TV, using the supplied aerial
cable.
cable.
AERIAL
IN
OUT
LINE 3 / DECODER
DIGITAL OUT
LINE 1 - TV
COAXIAL
PCM/DTS/
MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PB/CB
PR/CR
Y
LINE 2 OUT
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
R
LINE 4 IN
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
R
S VIDEO
LINE 2 OUT
DIGITAL OUT
VIDEO OUT
SELECT
RGB
COMPO-
NENT
OPTICAL
AERIAL
IN
OUT
DVD recorder
TV
to AERIAL OUT
to AERIAL IN
Aerial cable (supplied)
: Signal flow
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Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords
Select one of the following patterns
A through D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor,
projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to view pictures. Audio connections are
explained in “Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords” (page 16).
explained in “Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords” (page 16).
Note
Do not connect more than one type of video cord between the recorder and your TV at the same time.
INPUT
S VIDEO
P
R
P
B
Y
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUT
L
R
AERIAL
IN
OUT
LINE 3 / DECODER
DIGITAL OUT
LINE 1 - TV
COAXIAL
PCM/DTS/
MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PB/CB
PR/CR
Y
LINE 2 OUT
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
R
LINE 4 IN
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
R
DIGITAL OUT
VIDEO OUT
SELECT
RGB
COMPO-
NENT
OPTICAL
S VIDEO
LINE 2 OUT
C
D
B
A
Video
cord (supplied)
cord (supplied)
Component video
cord (not supplied)
cord (not supplied)
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
amplifier (receiver)
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
amplifier (receiver)
(green)
S-video cord
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
amplifier (receiver)
(red)
(blue)
(green)
(blue)
(red)
: Signal flow
to COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
to LINE 2 OUT
(S VIDEO)
(S VIDEO)
to LINE 2 OUT (VIDEO)
VIDEO OUT
SELECT switch
SELECT switch
DVD recorder
TV
SCART
cord (not
supplied)
cord (not
supplied)
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A
Connecting to a SCART input jack
Connect using a SCART cord (not supplied) to the
LINE 1-TV jack and your TV. Be sure to make the
connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.
See the operating instructions supplied with the
TV to be connected. Set the VIDEO OUT
SELECT switch on the rear panel to “RGB.”
LINE 1-TV jack and your TV. Be sure to make the
connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.
See the operating instructions supplied with the
TV to be connected. Set the VIDEO OUT
SELECT switch on the rear panel to “RGB.”
B
Connecting to a video input jack
Connect using the video cord (supplied) to the
yellow LINE 2 OUT (VIDEO) jack. You will
enjoy standard quality images.
yellow LINE 2 OUT (VIDEO) jack. You will
enjoy standard quality images.
C
Connecting to an S VIDEO input
jack
Connect using an S-video cord (not supplied) to
the LINE 2 OUT (S VIDEO) jack. You will enjoy
high quality images.
the LINE 2 OUT (S VIDEO) jack. You will enjoy
high quality images.
D
Connecting to component video
input jacks (P
B
/C
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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 colour
reproduction and high quality images.
Set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch on the rear
panel to “COMPONENT.”
If your TV accepts progressive 625p format
signals, you must use this connection and set
[Progressive Mode] in [Settings] Setup to [On]
(see page 73). The PROGRESSIVE indicator
lights up on the recorder.
using a component video cord (not supplied) or
three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind
and length. You will enjoy accurate colour
reproduction and high quality images.
Set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch on the rear
panel to “COMPONENT.”
If your TV accepts progressive 625p format
signals, you must use this connection and set
[Progressive Mode] in [Settings] Setup to [On]
(see page 73). The PROGRESSIVE indicator
lights up on the recorder.
When playing “wide screen” images
Some recorded images may not fit your TV
screen. To change the aspect ratio, see page 72.
screen. To change the aspect ratio, see page 72.
If you are connecting to a VCR
Connect your VCR to the LINE 3/DECODER
jack on the recorder (page 23).
jack on the recorder (page 23).
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 625 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
625p DVD recorder, please contact our customer
service centre.
and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture.
In the case of 625 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
625p DVD recorder, please contact our customer
service centre.
• When you connect the recorder to your TV via the
SCART jacks, the TV’s input source is set to the
recorder automatically when you turn the recorder on.
If necessary, press TV/DVD on the remote to return the
input to the TV.
recorder automatically when you turn the recorder on.
If necessary, press TV/DVD on the remote to return the
input to the TV.
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