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Easy Setup
(Resetting the Recorder)
(Resetting the Recorder)
Select this to run the Easy Setup programme.
1
Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is
in stop mode.
in stop mode.
2
Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER.
3
Select “Easy Setup,” and press ENTER.
4
Press ENTER.
5
Select “Start,” and press ENTER.
6
Follow the instructions for Easy Setup
(page 22) from step 5.
(page 22) from step 5.
Settings
Video
Audio
Features
Options
Easy Setup
Easy Setup
SETUP
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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties
while using the recorder, use this troubleshooting
guide to help remedy the problem before
requesting repairs. Should any problem persist,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
while using the recorder, use this troubleshooting
guide to help remedy the problem before
requesting repairs. Should any problem persist,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Power
The power does not turn on.
, Check that the mains lead is connected securely.
Picture
There is no picture.
, Re-connect all connecting cords securely.
, The connecting cords are damaged.
, Check the connection to your TV (page 13).
, Switch the input selector on your TV (such as to
“VCR”) so that the signal from the recorder
appears on the TV screen.
appears on the TV screen.
, Check that “Scart Setting” in Video Setup is set
to the appropriate item that conforms to your
system (page 88).
system (page 88).
, If you connect the recorder to your TV via only
the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, set
“Component Out” in Video Setup to “On”
(page 88).
“Component Out” in Video Setup to “On”
(page 88).
, This recorder cannot record NTSC signals.
Picture noise appears.
, If the picture output signal from your recorder
passes through your VCR to get to your TV, or if
you are connected to a combination TV/VIDEO
player, the copy-protection signal applied to
some DVD programmes could affect picture
quality. If you still experience this problem even
when you connect your recorder directly to your
TV, try connecting your recorder to your TV’s S
VIDEO input.
you are connected to a combination TV/VIDEO
player, the copy-protection signal applied to
some DVD programmes could affect picture
quality. If you still experience this problem even
when you connect your recorder directly to your
TV, try connecting your recorder to your TV’s S
VIDEO input.
, You have set the recorder to progressive format
(the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up) even
though your TV cannot accept the progressive
signal. In this case, press PROGRESSIVE until
the progressive indicator turns off.
though your TV cannot accept the progressive
signal. In this case, press PROGRESSIVE until
the progressive indicator turns off.
, Even if your TV is compatible with progressive
format (525p/625p) signals, the image may be
affected when you set the recorder to progressive
format. In this case, press PROGRESSIVE so
that the PROGRESSIVE indicator turns off and
the recorder is set to normal (interlace) format.
affected when you set the recorder to progressive
format. In this case, press PROGRESSIVE so
that the PROGRESSIVE indicator turns off and
the recorder is set to normal (interlace) format.
, You are playing a disc recorded in a colour
system that is different from your TV.
TV programme reception does not fill the
screen.
screen.
, Set the channel manually in “Channel Setting” in
Settings Setup (page 83).
, Select the correct source using the INPUT
SELECT button, or select a channel of any TV
programme using the PROG +/– buttons.
programme using the PROG +/– buttons.
TV programme pictures are distorted.
, Reorient the TV aerial.
, Adjust the picture (see the TV’s instruction
manual).
, Place the recorder and TV farther apart.
, Place the TV and any bunched aerial cables
farther apart.
, The RF cable is connected to the AERIAL OUT
jack on the recorder. Connect the cable to the
AERIAL IN jack.
AERIAL IN jack.
TV channels cannot be changed.
, The channel is disabled (page 85).
, A timer recording started, which changed the
channels.
The picture from equipment connected to the
recorder’s input jack does not appear on the
screen.
recorder’s input jack does not appear on the
screen.
, If the equipment is connected to the LINE 1-TV
jack, select “L1” in the front panel display by
pressing PROG +/– or INPUT SELECT.
If the equipment is connected to the LINE 2 IN
jacks, select “L2” in the front panel display by
pressing PROG +/– or INPUT SELECT.
If the equipment is connected to the LINE 4 IN
jacks, select “L4” in the front panel display by
pressing PROG +/– or INPUT SELECT.
If the equipment is connected to the LINE 3/
DECODER jack, select “L3” in the front panel
display by pressing PROG +/– or INPUT
SELECT.
pressing PROG +/– or INPUT SELECT.
If the equipment is connected to the LINE 2 IN
jacks, select “L2” in the front panel display by
pressing PROG +/– or INPUT SELECT.
If the equipment is connected to the LINE 4 IN
jacks, select “L4” in the front panel display by
pressing PROG +/– or INPUT SELECT.
If the equipment is connected to the LINE 3/
DECODER jack, select “L3” in the front panel
display by pressing PROG +/– or INPUT
SELECT.
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If the equipment is connected to the DV IN jack,
(this is usually for a digital video camera
connection), select “DV” in the front panel
display by pressing PROG +/– or INPUT
SELECT.
(this is usually for a digital video camera
connection), select “DV” in the front panel
display by pressing PROG +/– or INPUT
SELECT.
, When an S video cable is connected to the
recorder’s LINE 4 IN jack, set “Line4 Input” in
Video Setup to “S Video” (page 89).
Video Setup to “S Video” (page 89).
The playback picture or TV programme from
the equipment connected through the recorder
is distorted.
the equipment connected through the recorder
is distorted.
, If the playback picture output from a DVD
player, VCR, or tuner goes through your recorder
before reaching your TV, the copy-protection
signal applied to some programmes could affect
picture quality. Disconnect the playback
equipment in question and connect it directly to
your TV.
before reaching your TV, the copy-protection
signal applied to some programmes could affect
picture quality. Disconnect the playback
equipment in question and connect it directly to
your TV.
The picture does not fill the screen.
, Set “TV Type” in Video Setup in accordance
with the aspect ratio of your TV (page 87).
The picture does not fill the screen, even
though the aspect ratio is set in “TV Type” in
Video Setup.
though the aspect ratio is set in “TV Type” in
Video Setup.
, The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your DVD.
The picture is black and white.
, Check that “Line1 Output” of “Scart Setting” in
Video Setup is set to the appropriate item that
conforms to your system (page 88).
conforms to your system (page 88).
, If you are using a SCART cord, be sure to use
one that is fully wired (21 pins).
Sound
There is no sound.
, Re-connect all connections securely.
, The connecting cord is damaged.
, The input source setting on the amplifier or the
connection to the amplifier is incorrect.
, The recorder is in reverse play, fast-forward,
slow motion, or pause mode.
, If the audio signal does not come through the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL)
jacks, check the Audio Setup settings (page 89).
jacks, check the Audio Setup settings (page 89).
Sound distortion occurs.
, Set “Audio ATT” in Audio Setup to “On”
(page 89).
Sound is noisy.
, When playing a CD with DTS sound tracks,
noise will come from the LINE 2 OUT AUDIO
L/R jacks, LINE 1-TV jack, or LINE 3/
DECODER jack (page 56).
L/R jacks, LINE 1-TV jack, or LINE 3/
DECODER jack (page 56).
The sound volume is low.
, The sound volume is low on some DVDs.
The sound volume may improve if you set
“Audio DRC” in Audio Setup to “TV Mode”
(page 90).
“Audio DRC” in Audio Setup to “TV Mode”
(page 90).
, Set “Audio ATT” in Audio Setup to “Off”
(page 89).
An alternate audio track cannot be recorded or
played.
played.
, When recording from connected equipment, set
“Line Audio Input” in TOOLS menu to
“Bilingual” (page 51).
“Bilingual” (page 51).
, Multilingual tracks (main and sub) cannot be
recorded on DVD+RWs, DVD-RWs (Video
mode), DVD+Rs, or DVD-Rs. To record the
language, select “Main” or “Sub” of “DVD
Bilingual Rec.” in Options Setup before
recording (page 95). To record both the main and
sub sounds, record on a DVD-RW (VR mode).
mode), DVD+Rs, or DVD-Rs. To record the
language, select “Main” or “Sub” of “DVD
Bilingual Rec.” in Options Setup before
recording (page 95). To record both the main and
sub sounds, record on a DVD-RW (VR mode).
, If you have connected an AV amplifier to the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack
and want to change the audio track for a DVD-
RW (VR mode) during playback, set “Dolby
Digital” in Audio Setup to “D-PCM” (page 90).
and want to change the audio track for a DVD-
RW (VR mode) during playback, set “Dolby
Digital” in Audio Setup to “D-PCM” (page 90).
Playback
The disc does not play.
, The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the
labelled side facing up.
, The disc is not correctly inserted.
, Moisture has condensed inside the recorder.
Remove the disc and leave the recorder turned on
for about half an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
for about half an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
, If the disc was recorded on another recorder, the
recorder cannot play the disc if it was not
finalized (page 37).
finalized (page 37).
The disc does not start playback from the
beginning.
beginning.
, Resume play was activated (page 52).
, You have inserted a disc whose Title menu or
DVD menu automatically appears on the TV
screen when it is first inserted. Use the menu to
start playback.
screen when it is first inserted. Use the menu to
start playback.
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The recorder starts playing the disc
automatically.
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.
motion Play cannot be performed.
, Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do
some of the operations above. See the instruction
manual supplied with the disc.
manual supplied with the disc.
The language for the sound track cannot be
changed.
changed.
, Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the disc
being played.
, The DVD VIDEO prohibits the changing of the
language for the sound track.
, Try changing the language using the DVD
VIDEO’s menu.
The subtitle language cannot be changed or
turned off.
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.
The angles cannot be changed.
, Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD
VIDEO being played.
, You are trying to change the angles when “
”
does not appear on the TV screen (page 54).
, The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing angles.
, Try changing the angle using the DVD VIDEO’s
menu.
, The angles cannot be changed for the titles
recorded on this recorder.
The MP3 audio tracks do not play.
, The MP3 audio tracks are not recorded in a
format that the recorder can play (page 60).
Recording/Timer recording/Editing
The programme position cannot be changed
from the channel you are recording.
from the channel you are recording.
, Set the TV’s input source to “TV.”
Recording does not start immediately after you
press
press
z REC.
, Operate the recorder only after “LOAD”,
“FORMAT,” or “INFOWRITE” disappears
from the front panel display.
from the front panel display.
Nothing was recorded even though you set the
timer setting correctly.
timer setting correctly.
, There was a power failure during recording.
, The recorder’s internal clock stopped due to a
power failure that lasted for more than 1 hour.
Reset the clock (page 86).
Reset the clock (page 86).
, The channel was disabled after the timer
recording was set. See “Channel Setting” on
page 83.
page 83.
, Disconnect the mains lead from the mains, and
connect it again.
, “PDC/VPS Scan Off” was selected in the
TOOLS menu (page 43).
, The programme contains copy protection signals
that restrict copying.
, Other timer setting overlapped the timer setting
(page 46).
, There is no DVD inside the recorder.
, There is not enough disc space for the recording.
, The recorder was in the process of DV Dubbing
(RDR-GX700 only).
Recording does not stop immediately after you
press
press
x REC STOP.
, It will take a few seconds for the recorder to input
disc data before recording can stop.
Recording does not stop after you press
x
STOP.
, Open the remote’s cover and press x REC
STOP.
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Timer recording is not complete or did not start
from the beginning.
from the beginning.
, There was a power failure during recording. If
the power recovers when there is a timer
recording, the recorder resumes recording.
Should the power failure continue for more than
1 hour, reset the clock (page 86).
recording, the recorder resumes recording.
Should the power failure continue for more than
1 hour, reset the clock (page 86).
, Other timer setting overlapped the timer setting
(page 46).
, Disc space was not enough.
, The PDC/VPS function is working.
Contents previously recorded were erased.
, Data that has been recorded on a DVD with a PC
will be erased from the disc when the disc is
inserted.
inserted.
The PDC/VPS function does not operate.
, Check that the clock and date are set correctly.
, Check that the PDC/VPS time you set is the
correct one (there might be a mistake in the TV
programme guide). If the broadcast you wanted
to record did not send the good PDC/VPS
information, the recorder will not start recording.
programme guide). If the broadcast you wanted
to record did not send the good PDC/VPS
information, the recorder will not start recording.
, If the reception is poor, the PDC/VPS signal
might be altered and the recorder might not start
recording.
recording.
, “PDC/VPS Scan Off” is selected (page 43).
Recording from the equipment with
a timer
a timer
Nothing was recorded even though you set the
Synchro-Rec setting correctly.
Synchro-Rec setting correctly.
, You forgot to turn off the connected equipment.
Turn off the connected equipment and set the
recorder to Synchro-Rec standby mode
(page 50).
recorder to Synchro-Rec standby mode
(page 50).
, The recorder was not set to the Synchro-
Recording standby mode. Press SYNCHRO
REC to have the recorder stand by for recording.
Make sure the SYNCHRO REC indicator lights
up on the front panel (page 50).
REC to have the recorder stand by for recording.
Make sure the SYNCHRO REC indicator lights
up on the front panel (page 50).
, The recorder is connected to the TV output jack
of the connected equipment.
Synchro-Recording does not complete.
, The timer setting for the connected equipment
overlapped the recorder’s timer setting
(page 50).
(page 50).
, There was a power failure during the recording.
The recorder automatically starts recording
when the satellite receiver is turned on.
when the satellite receiver is turned on.
, The Synchro-Rec function was activated. Turn
off the satellite receiver and cancel the Synchro-
Rec function (page 50).
Rec function (page 50).
Display
The clock has stopped.
, Set the clock again (page 86).
, The clock stopped due to a power failure that
lasted for more than 1 hour. Reset the clock
(page 86).
(page 86).
The TIMER REC indicator is flashing.
, The disc does not have enough space.
, Insert a recordable disc inside the recorder.
The recording mode indication is incorrect.
, When the recording or dubbing is less than three
minutes, the recording mode indication may be
displayed incorrectly. The actual recording itself
is correctly made in the selected recording mode.
displayed incorrectly. The actual recording itself
is correctly made in the selected recording mode.
The clock does not appear in the front panel
display.
display.
, “Dimmer” in Options Setup is set to “Power
Save” (page 95).
Remote control
The remote does not function.
, Batteries are weak.
, The remote is too far from the recorder.
, The remote’s manufacturer code returned to the
default setting when you replaced the batteries.
Reset the code (page 20).
Reset the code (page 20).
, Turn on the recorder.
, The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on
the recorder.
, Different command modes are set for the
recorder and remote. Set the same command
mode (page 21).
mode (page 21).
, Set the TV/DVD switch to DVD (page 21).
Other Sony equipment responds to the remote.
, The same command mode is set for both the
equipment and recorder. Set a different
command mode for the recorder (page 21).
command mode for the recorder (page 21).
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Others
The recorder does not operate properly.
, Restart the recorder. Press down [/1 on the
recorder for more than ten seconds until
“WELCOME” appears in the front panel display.
“WELCOME” 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. Then, unplug the recorder and after
leaving it off for a while, plug it in again.
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.
Five numbers or letters are displayed in the
front panel display.
front panel display.
, The self-diagnosis function was activated (see
the table on page 102).
The disc tray does not open after you press
Z
(open/close).
, It may take a few seconds for the disc tray to
open after you have recorded or edited a disc.
This is because the recorder is adding disc data to
the disc.
This is because the recorder is adding disc data to
the disc.
The disc tray does not open and “TRAY
LOCKED” appears in the front panel display.
LOCKED” appears in the front panel display.
, Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized
Sony service facility.
“RECOVERY” appears in the front panel
display.
display.
, The recorder’s recovery function was activated
when the recorder was turned on because the
power was turned off or failed during recording.
Leave the recorder on until “RECOVERY”
disappears from the front panel display.
power was turned off or failed during recording.
Leave the recorder on until “RECOVERY”
disappears from the front panel display.
“FAN ERROR” appears in the front panel
display.
display.
, Check that the vent on the rear of the recorder is
not blocked. Then, turn off the recorder, wait
until the clock appears in the front panel display,
and disconnect the mains lead. Leave the
recorder off for a while, then re-connect the
mains lead, and press
until the clock appears in the front panel display,
and disconnect the mains lead. Leave the
recorder off for a while, then re-connect the
mains lead, and press
[/1 on the recorder.
Mechanical sound is heard when the recorder
is off.
is off.
, While the recorder is adjusting the clock for the
Auto Clock Set function or scanning the
channels for the PDC/VPS function, operational
noises (such as the internal fan) may be heard,
even when the power is off. This is not a
malfunction.
channels for the PDC/VPS function, operational
noises (such as the internal fan) may be heard,
even when the power is off. This is not a
malfunction.
The disc tray does not open and you cannot
remove the disc after you press
remove the disc after you press
Z (open/
close).
, Turn off the recorder. Once the clock appears in
the front panel display, disconnect the mains
lead. Connect it again while pressing down
lead. Connect it again while pressing down
A on
the recorder, and release the button when the disc
tray opens. Then, keep
tray opens. Then, keep
[/1 on the recorder
pressed for about ten seconds until
“WELCOME” appears in the front panel display.
“WELCOME” appears in the front panel display.
“LOCKED” appears in the front panel display.
, The disc tray is locked. Cancel the Child Lock
(page 53).
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Self-diagnosis Function
(When letters/numbers
appear in the display)
(When letters/numbers
appear in the display)
When the self-diagnosis function is activated to
prevent the recorder from malfunctioning, a five-
character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a
combination of a letter and four numbers appears
in the front panel display. In this case, check the
following table.
prevent the recorder from malfunctioning, a five-
character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a
combination of a letter and four numbers appears
in the front panel display. In this case, check the
following table.
Notes About This Recorder
On operation
• If the recorder is brought directly from a cold to
• If the recorder is brought directly from a cold to
a warm location, or is placed in a very damp
room, moisture may condense on the lenses
inside the recorder. Should this occur, the
recorder may not operate properly. In this case,
remove the disc and leave the recorder turned on
for about half an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
room, moisture may condense on the lenses
inside the recorder. Should this occur, the
recorder may not operate properly. In this case,
remove the disc and leave the recorder turned on
for about half an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
• When you move the recorder, take out any discs.
If you do not, the disc may be damaged.
On adjusting volume
Do not turn up the volume while listening to a
section with very low level inputs or no audio
signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged
when a peak level section is played.
Do not turn up the volume while listening to a
section with very low level inputs or no audio
signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged
when a peak level section is played.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft
cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or
benzine.
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft
cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or
benzine.
On cleaning discs
Do not use a commercially available cleaning
disc. It may cause a malfunction.
Do not use a commercially available cleaning
disc. It may cause a malfunction.
Notes about the discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its
edge. Do not touch the surface. Dust,
fingerprints, or scratches on the disc may cause
it to malfunction.
fingerprints, or scratches on the disc may cause
it to malfunction.
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may
rise considerably inside the car.
parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may
rise considerably inside the car.
First three
characters of the
service number
characters of the
service number
Cause and/or
corrective action
corrective action
C 13
The disc is dirty.
, Clean the disc with a
soft cloth.
C 31
The disc is not inserted
correctly.
correctly.
, Re-insert the disc
correctly.
E XX
(xx is a number)
(xx is a number)
To prevent a malfunction,
the recorder has
performed the self-
diagnosis function.
the recorder has
performed the self-
diagnosis function.
, Contact your nearest
Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony
service facility and
give the five-
character service
number.
Example: E 61 10
authorized Sony
service facility and
give the five-
character service
number.
Example: E 61 10
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• After playing, store the disc in its case.
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the
disc from the centre out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
• Do not use the following discs.
– A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart).
– A disc with a label or sticker on it.
– A disc that has cellophane tape or sticker
– A disc that has cellophane tape or sticker
adhesive on it.
Specifications
System
Laser: Semiconductor laser
Channel coverage:
Laser: Semiconductor laser
Channel coverage:
PAL/SECAM (B/G, D/K, I, L)
VHF: E2 to E12, R1 to R12, F1 to F10, Italian
A to H, Ireland A to J, South Africa 4 to 13/
UHF: E21 to E69, R21 to R69, B21 to B69,
F21 to F69/CATV: S01 to S05, S1 to S20,
France B to Q/HYPER: S21 to S41
VHF: E2 to E12, R1 to R12, F1 to F10, Italian
A to H, Ireland A to J, South Africa 4 to 13/
UHF: E21 to E69, R21 to R69, B21 to B69,
F21 to F69/CATV: S01 to S05, S1 to S20,
France B to Q/HYPER: S21 to S41
The above channel coverage merely ensures the
channel reception within these ranges. It does not
guarantee the ability to receive signals in all
circumstances.
channel reception within these ranges. It does not
guarantee the ability to receive signals in all
circumstances.
Video reception: Frequency synthesizer system
Audio reception: Split carrier system
Aerial out: 75-ohm asymmetrical aerial socket
Timer: Clock: Quartz locked/Timer indication:
Audio reception: Split carrier system
Aerial out: 75-ohm asymmetrical aerial socket
Timer: Clock: Quartz locked/Timer indication:
24-hour cycle (digital)/Power back-up
duration: 1 hour
duration: 1 hour
Video recording format: MPEG Video
Audio recording format/applicable bit rate:
Audio recording format/applicable bit rate:
Dolby Digital/2 ch, 256 kbps
When you play PCM sound tracks with a 96 kHz
sampling frequency, the output signals from the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack
are converted to 48 kHz sampling frequency.
sampling frequency, the output signals from the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack
are converted to 48 kHz sampling frequency.
Inputs and outputs
LINE 2 OUT
(AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms
(VIDEO): Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p
(S VIDEO): 4-pin mini DIN/Y:1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.3
LINE 2 OUT
(AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms
(VIDEO): Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p
(S VIDEO): 4-pin mini DIN/Y:1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.3
Vp-p (PAL)
LINE 2 IN/LINE 4 IN
(AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/more than 22
(AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/more than 22
kilohms
(VIDEO): Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p
(S VIDEO): 4-pin mini DIN/Y:1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.3
(S VIDEO): 4-pin mini DIN/Y:1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.3
Vp-p (PAL)
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LINE 1 -TV: 21-pin
CVBS IN/OUT
S-Video/RGB OUT (upstream)
S-Video/RGB OUT (upstream)
LINE 3/DECODER: 21-pin
CVBS IN/OUT
S-Video/RGB IN
S-Video OUT (downstream)
Decoder
S-Video/RGB IN
S-Video OUT (downstream)
Decoder
DV IN (RDR-GX700 only): 4-pin/i.LINK S100
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): Optical output
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): Optical output
jack/–18 dBm (wave length: 660 nm)
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono jack/0.5
Vp-p/75 ohms
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
(Y, P
B
/C
B
, P
R
/C
R
):
Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p, P
B
/C
B
: 0.7 Vp-p,
P
R
/C
R
: 0.7 Vp-p
General
Power requirements: 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
Power requirements: 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
RDR-GX700: 41W
RDR-GX300: 39W
RDR-GX300: 39W
Dimensions (approx.): 430
u 85 u 346 mm
(width/height/depth) incl. projecting parts
Mass (approx.): 4.9 kg
Operating temperature: 5 ºC to 35 ºC
Operating humidity: 25 % to 80 %
Supplied accessories:
Operating temperature: 5 ºC to 35 ºC
Operating humidity: 25 % to 80 %
Supplied accessories:
Audio/video cord (1)
Mains lead (1)
Aerial cable (1)
Remote commander (remote) (1)
R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
Mains lead (1)
Aerial cable (1)
Remote commander (remote) (1)
R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
Specifications and design are subject to change
without notice.
without notice.
Compatible colour systems
This recorder is designed to record using the PAL
colour system and play back using the PAL or
NTSC colour systems.
The signals of the SECAM colour system can be
received or recorded but played back in the PAL
colour system only. Recording of video sources
based on other colour systems cannot be
guaranteed.
This recorder is designed to record using the PAL
colour system and play back using the PAL or
NTSC colour systems.
The signals of the SECAM colour system can be
received or recorded but played back in the PAL
colour system only. Recording of video sources
based on other colour systems cannot be
guaranteed.
About i.LINK
The DV IN jack on this recorder is an i.LINK-
compliant DV IN jack. This section describes the
i.LINK standard and its features.
compliant DV IN jack. This section describes the
i.LINK standard and its features.
What is i.LINK?
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling
digital video, digital audio and other data in two
directions between equipment having the i.LINK
jack, and for controlling other equipment.
i.LINK-compatible pieces of equipment can be
connected by a single i.LINK cable. Possible
applications are operations and data transactions
with various digital AV equipment. When two or
more i.LINK-compatible equipment are
connected to this recorder in a daisy chain,
operations and data transactions are possible with
not only the equipment that this recorder is
connected to but also with other devices via the
directly connected equipment.
Note, however, that the method of operation
sometimes varies according to the characteristics
and specifications of the equipment to be
connected, and that operations and data
transactions are sometimes not possible on some
connected equipment.
i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling
digital video, digital audio and other data in two
directions between equipment having the i.LINK
jack, and for controlling other equipment.
i.LINK-compatible pieces of equipment can be
connected by a single i.LINK cable. Possible
applications are operations and data transactions
with various digital AV equipment. When two or
more i.LINK-compatible equipment are
connected to this recorder in a daisy chain,
operations and data transactions are possible with
not only the equipment that this recorder is
connected to but also with other devices via the
directly connected equipment.
Note, however, that the method of operation
sometimes varies according to the characteristics
and specifications of the equipment to be
connected, and that operations and data
transactions are sometimes not possible on some
connected equipment.
Note
Normally, only one piece of equipment can be connected
to this recorder by the i.LINK cable (DV connecting
cable). When connecting this recorder to i.LINK-
compatible equipment having two or more i.LINK jacks
(DV jacks), see the instruction manual of the equipment
to be connected.
to this recorder by the i.LINK cable (DV connecting
cable). When connecting this recorder to i.LINK-
compatible equipment having two or more i.LINK jacks
(DV jacks), see the instruction manual of the equipment
to be connected.
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.
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.
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i.LINK baud rate
i.LINK’s maximum baud rate varies according to
the equipment. Three maximum baud rates are
defined:
the equipment. Three maximum baud rates are
defined:
S100 (approx. 100 Mbps*)
S200 (approx. 200 Mbps)
S400 (approx. 400 Mbps)
S200 (approx. 200 Mbps)
S400 (approx. 400 Mbps)
The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in
the instruction manual of each equipment. It is
also indicated near the i.LINK jack on some
equipment.
The maximum baud rate of equipment on which it
is not indicated such as this unit is “S100.”
When units are connected to equipment having a
different maximum baud rate, the baud rate
sometimes differs from the indicated baud rate.
the instruction manual of each equipment. It is
also indicated near the i.LINK jack on some
equipment.
The maximum baud rate of equipment on which it
is not indicated such as this unit is “S100.”
When units are connected to equipment having a
different maximum baud rate, the baud rate
sometimes differs from the indicated baud rate.
* What is Mbps?
Mbps stands for megabits per second, or the amount of
data that can be sent or received in one second. For
example, a baud rate of 100 Mbps means that 100
megabits of data can be sent in one second.
data that can be sent or received in one second. For
example, a baud rate of 100 Mbps means that 100
megabits of data can be sent in one second.
i.LINK functions on this recorder
For details on how to dub when this recorder is
connected to other video equipment having DV
jacks, see page 70.
The DV jack on this recorder can only input DVC-
SD signals. It cannot output signals. The DV jack
will not accept MICRO MV signals from
equipment such as a MICRO MV digital video
camera with an i.LINK jack.
For further precautions, see the notes on page 70.
For details on precautions when connecting this
recorder, also see the instruction manuals for the
equipment to be connected.
connected to other video equipment having DV
jacks, see page 70.
The DV jack on this recorder can only input DVC-
SD signals. It cannot output signals. The DV jack
will not accept MICRO MV signals from
equipment such as a MICRO MV digital video
camera with an i.LINK jack.
For further precautions, see the notes on page 70.
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).
DV dubbing).
i.LINK and are trademarks.
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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.
similar names.
RDR-GX700
RDR-GX300
A @/1 (on/standby) button (22)
B Front panel display (39, 108)
C Disc tray (42)
D TIMER REC indicator (42)
B Front panel display (39, 108)
C Disc tray (42)
D TIMER REC indicator (42)
SYNCHRO REC indicator (50)
E (remote sensor) (19)
F A (open/close) button (42)
G H (play) button (52)
F A (open/close) button (42)
G H (play) button (52)
X (pause) button (54)
x (stop) button (52)
x (stop) button (52)
H z REC button (47)
X REC PAUSE button (47)
x REC STOP button (47)
x REC STOP button (47)
I </M/m/,/ENTER button (22)
J SYSTEM MENU button (32)
J SYSTEM MENU button (32)
TOOLS button (33)
K O RETURN button (33)
L ./> (previous/next) buttons (54)
M PROGRAM +/– buttons (47)
N INPUT SELECT button
L ./> (previous/next) buttons (54)
M PROGRAM +/– buttons (47)
N INPUT SELECT button
(51, 70)
O REC MODE button (41)
P LINE 2 IN (S VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO L/
P LINE 2 IN (S VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO L/
R) jacks (27)
qj DV IN jack
(RDR-GX700 only) (70)
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Remote
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 switch is set to TV.
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 switch is set to TV.
A TV/DVD switch (20)
B Z (open/close) button (42, 54)
C Number buttons (44, 59)*
B Z (open/close) button (42, 54)
C Number buttons (44, 59)*
SET button (44)
The number 5 button has a tactile dot.
The number 5 button has a tactile dot.
D CLEAR/-/-- (ten digit) button (44)
E
E
(audio) button (54)
(subtitle) button
(54)
(angle) button
(54)
F [TIMER] button (42, 44)
G SYSTEM MENU button (32)
G SYSTEM MENU button (32)
TITLE LIST button (33, 52, 63)
TOOLS button
TOOLS button
(33)
H CURSOR MODE button (33)
I O RETURN button (33)
J TOP MENU button (52)
K . (previous)/> (next)
I O RETURN button (33)
J TOP MENU button (52)
K . (previous)/> (next)
buttons (54)
L z REC button (47)
X REC PAUSE button (47)
x REC STOP button (47)
M REC MODE button (41)
N SYNCHRO REC button (50)
O PROGRESSIVE button (16)
P ONE TOUCH DUBBING button (73)
N SYNCHRO REC button (50)
O PROGRESSIVE button (16)
P ONE TOUCH DUBBING button (73)
(RDR-GX700 only)
Q [/1 (on/standby) button (22)
R PROG (programme) +/– buttons* (47)
R PROG (programme) +/– buttons* (47)
The + button has a tactile dot.
S
2
(volume) +/– buttons (20)
T t (TV/video), TV/DVD button (20)
U DISPLAY button (38)
U DISPLAY button (38)
TIME/TEXT button (38)
V
(wide mode) button (20)
W </M/m/,/ENTER button (22)
X ZOOM +/– buttons (33)
Y
X ZOOM +/– buttons (33)
Y
(instant replay)/
(instant advance)
buttons (54)
Z MENU button (52)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
,continued
1-27
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wj m
/
M (search) buttons (54)
wk H (play) button* (52)
The button has a tactile dot.
X (pause) button (54)
X (pause) button (54)
x (stop) button (52)
wl CHAPTER MARK/ERASE buttons (66)
e; INPUT SELECT button (51, 70)
ea SUR (surround) button (54)
es COMMAND MODE switch (DVD 1,2,3)
ea SUR (surround) button (54)
es COMMAND MODE switch (DVD 1,2,3)
(21)
* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the
recorder.
Front panel display
A PROGRESSIVE indicator (16)
B Playing/recording status
C Disc type*/recording format
D
B Playing/recording status
C Disc type*/recording format
D
(angle) indicator (54)
E PLAYLIST indicator (34)
F Audio signal indicators (38)
G STEREO/BILINGUAL indicators (41)
H NICAM indicator (41)
F Audio signal indicators (38)
G STEREO/BILINGUAL indicators (41)
H NICAM indicator (41)
I TV indicator (47)
J Displays the following (39):
J Displays the following (39):
• Playing time/remaining time
• Current title/chapter/track/index number
• Recording time/recording mode
• Clock
• Programme position
• TV Direct Rec indication
• Current title/chapter/track/index number
• Recording time/recording mode
• Clock
• Programme position
• TV Direct Rec indication
(47): “TV”
appears in the right most two digits.
K SMARTLINK indicator (15)
* Displays DATA CDs as “CD.”
z Hint
You can turn off the front panel display when the recorder is turned off by setting “Dimmer” to “Power Save” in Options
Setup (page 95).
You can turn off the front panel display when the recorder is turned off by setting “Dimmer” to “Power Save” in Options
Setup (page 95).
DVD
RW
PLAYLIST
V CD VR
STEREO
BILINGUAL
NICAM
TV
PROGRESSIVE
SMARTLINK
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Rear panel
A AERIAL IN/OUT jacks (13)
B LINE 1 – TV jack (14)
C LINE 3/DECODER jack (26)
D COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
B LINE 1 – TV jack (14)
C LINE 3/DECODER jack (26)
D COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
B
/C
B
,
P
R
/C
R
) jacks (14)
E AC IN terminal (19)
F LINE 2 OUT (S VIDEO) jack (14)
F LINE 2 OUT (S VIDEO) jack (14)
G LINE 2 OUT (AUDIO L/R/VIDEO) jacks
(14, 17)
H DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL/OPTICAL)
jacks (17)
I LINE 4 IN (S VIDEO) jack (27)
J LINE 4 IN (AUDIO L/R/VIDEO) jacks
J LINE 4 IN (AUDIO L/R/VIDEO) jacks
(27)
AERIAL
IN
LINE 4 IN
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
LINE 2 OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
Y
P
B
/
C
B
P
R
/
C
R
~
AC IN
OUT
LINE 1 - TV
LINE 3 / DECODER
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Glossary
Chapter (page 59)
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.
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 42)
Copy restriction set by copyright owners, etc.
These signals are included in some software or TV
programmes and restrict recording on this
recorder.
Copy restriction set by copyright owners, etc.
These signals are included in some software or TV
programmes and restrict recording on this
recorder.
Dolby Digital (page 90)
Digital audio compression technology developed
by Dolby Laboratories. This technology conforms
to multi-channel surround sound. The rear channel
is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel
in this format. Dolby Digital provides the same
discrete channels of high quality digital audio
found in “Dolby Digital” theater surround sound
systems.
Good channel separation is realized because all of
the channel data is recorded discretely, and little
deterioration occurs because all channel data
processing is digital.
Digital audio compression technology developed
by Dolby Laboratories. This technology conforms
to multi-channel surround sound. The rear channel
is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel
in this format. Dolby Digital provides the same
discrete channels of high quality digital audio
found in “Dolby Digital” theater surround sound
systems.
Good channel separation is realized because all of
the channel data is recorded discretely, and little
deterioration occurs because all channel data
processing is digital.
DTS (page 90)
Digital audio compression technology by Digital
Theater Systems, Inc. This technology conforms
to multi-channel surround sound. The rear channel
is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel
in this format. DTS provides the same discrete
channels of high quality digital audio.
Good channel separation is realized because all of
the channel data is recorded discretely, and little
deterioration occurs because all channel data
processing is digital.
Digital audio compression technology by Digital
Theater Systems, Inc. This technology conforms
to multi-channel surround sound. The rear channel
is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel
in this format. DTS provides the same discrete
channels of high quality digital audio.
Good channel separation is realized because all of
the channel data is recorded discretely, and little
deterioration occurs because all channel data
processing is digital.
DVD+RW (page 8)
A DVD+RW (read “plus RW”) is a recordable and
rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording
format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO
format.
A DVD+RW (read “plus RW”) is a recordable and
rewritable disc. DVD+RWs use a recording
format that is comparable to the DVD VIDEO
format.
DVD-RW (page 8)
A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc
that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The DVD-
RW has two different modes: VR mode and Video
mode. DVDs created in Video mode have the
same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs
created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the
contents to be programmed or edited.
A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc
that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The DVD-
RW has two different modes: VR mode and Video
mode. DVDs created in Video mode have the
same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs
created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the
contents to be programmed or edited.
DVD+R (page 8)
A DVD+R (read “plus R”) is a recordable disc that
is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. Contents can
be recorded only once to a DVD+R, and will have
the same format as a DVD VIDEO.
A DVD+R (read “plus R”) is a recordable disc that
is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. Contents can
be recorded only once to a DVD+R, and will have
the same format as a DVD VIDEO.
DVD-R (page 8)
A DVD-R is a recordable disc that is the same size
as a DVD VIDEO. Contents can be recorded only
once to a DVD-R, and will have the same format
as a DVD VIDEO.
A DVD-R is a recordable disc that is the same size
as a DVD VIDEO. Contents can be recorded only
once to a DVD-R, and will have the same format
as a DVD VIDEO.
DVD VIDEO (page 8)
A disc that contains up to eight hours of moving
pictures on a disc the same diameter as a CD.
The data capacity of a single-layer and single-
sided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7
times that of a CD. The data capacity of a double-
layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-
layer and double-sided DVD is 9.4 GB, and
double-layer and double-sided DVD is 17 GB.
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, which
is a worldwide standard of digital compression
technology. The picture data is compressed to
about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The DVD
also uses a variable rate coding technology that
changes the data to be allocated according to the
status of the picture. Audio information is
recorded in a multi-channel format, such as Dolby
Digital, allowing you to enjoy a more real audio
presence.
Furthermore, various advanced functions such as
the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental
Control functions are provided on the DVD.
A disc that contains up to eight hours of moving
pictures on a disc the same diameter as a CD.
The data capacity of a single-layer and single-
sided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7
times that of a CD. The data capacity of a double-
layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-
layer and double-sided DVD is 9.4 GB, and
double-layer and double-sided DVD is 17 GB.
The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, which
is a worldwide standard of digital compression
technology. The picture data is compressed to
about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The DVD
also uses a variable rate coding technology that
changes the data to be allocated according to the
status of the picture. Audio information is
recorded in a multi-channel format, such as Dolby
Digital, allowing you to enjoy a more real audio
presence.
Furthermore, various advanced functions such as
the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental
Control functions are provided on the DVD.
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Interlace format (page 16)
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.
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.
MPEG Audio (page 91)
International standard coding system used to
compress audio digital signals authorized by ISO/
IEC. MPEG 2, used on DVDs, conforms to up to
7.1-channel surround.
International standard coding system used to
compress audio digital signals authorized by ISO/
IEC. MPEG 2, used on DVDs, conforms to up to
7.1-channel surround.
Original (page 62)
Titles actually recorded on a DVD-RW (VR
mode). Erasing original titles frees up disc space.
Titles actually recorded on a DVD-RW (VR
mode). Erasing original titles frees up disc space.
Playlist (page 62)
Playback information created from the actual
recordings on a DVD-RW (VR mode). A Playlist
leaves the original titles as they are, and contains
only the information needed to control playback.
A Playlist title takes up very little disc space.
Playback information created from the actual
recordings on a DVD-RW (VR mode). A Playlist
leaves the original titles as they are, and contains
only the information needed to control playback.
A Playlist title takes up very little disc space.
Progressive format (page 16)
Compared to the Interlace format that alternately
shows every other line of an image (field) to create
one frame, the Progressive format shows the entire
image at once as a single frame. This means that
while the Interlace format can show 30 frames/60
fields in one second, the Progressive format can
show 60 frames in one second. The overall picture
quality increases and still images, text, and
horizontal lines appear sharper.
Compared to the Interlace format that alternately
shows every other line of an image (field) to create
one frame, the Progressive format shows the entire
image at once as a single frame. This means that
while the Interlace format can show 30 frames/60
fields in one second, the Progressive format can
show 60 frames in one second. The overall picture
quality increases and still images, text, and
horizontal lines appear sharper.
Title (page 59)
The longest section of a picture or music feature
on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the
entire album in audio software.
The longest section of a picture or music feature
on a DVD, movie, etc., in video software, or the
entire album in audio software.
Track (page 59)
Sections of a music feature on a CD (the length of
a song).
Sections of a music feature on a CD (the length of
a song).
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