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• TV Direct Rec
You can easily record what you are watching on
your TV (page 47).
your TV (page 47).
• One Touch Play
You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the
TV’s input to the recorder, and start playback
with one touch of the
TV’s input to the recorder, and start playback
with one touch of the
H (play) button
(page 53).
• One Touch Menu
You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the TV
to the recorder’s channel, and display the Title
List menu with one touch of the TITLE LIST
button (page 53).
to the recorder’s channel, and display the Title
List menu with one touch of the TITLE LIST
button (page 53).
• One Touch Timer
You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the TV
to the recorder’s channel, and display the timer
programming menu with one touch of the
TIMER button on the remote (page 44).
to the recorder’s channel, and display the timer
programming menu with one touch of the
TIMER button on the remote (page 44).
• Automatic Power Off
The recorder will turn off automatically if the
recorder is not used after you turn off the TV.
recorder is not used after you turn off the TV.
• NexTView Download
You can easily set the timer by using the
NexTView Download function on your TV.
See your TV’s instruction manual.
NexTView Download function on your TV.
See your TV’s instruction manual.
*1
“MEGALOGIC” is a registered trademark of Grundig
Corporation.
Corporation.
*2
“EASYLINK” and “CINEMALINK” are trademarks
of Philips Corporation.
of Philips Corporation.
*3
“Q-Link” is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
*4
“EURO VIEW LINK” is a trademark of Toshiba
Corporation.
Corporation.
*5
“T-V LINK” is a trademark of JVC Corporation.
z Hint
SMARTLINK also works with TVs or other equipment
having EPG Timer Control, EPG Title Download, and
Now Recording functions. For details, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with your TV or other
equipment.
SMARTLINK also works with TVs or other equipment
having EPG Timer Control, EPG Title Download, and
Now Recording functions. For details, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with your TV or other
equipment.
Notes
• The SMARTLINK features are available only when
“Video” is selected in “Line1 Output.”
• The SMARTLINK features are not available for
devices connected via the DVD recorder’s LINE 3/
DECODER jack.
DECODER jack.
• Not all TVs respond to the functions above.
Using the PROGRESSIVE button
By using the PROGRESSIVE button on the
remote, you can select the signal format in which
the recorder outputs video signals: interlace or
progressive.
Connect the recorder using the COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT jacks (pattern
remote, you can select the signal format in which
the recorder outputs video signals: interlace or
progressive.
Connect the recorder using the COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT jacks (pattern
D on page 15), and
set “Component Out” in Video Setup to “On”
(page 88). Then press the PROGRESSIVE button.
“PROGRESSIVE” appears in the front panel
display when the recorder outputs progressive
signals.
(page 88). Then press the PROGRESSIVE button.
“PROGRESSIVE” appears in the front panel
display when the recorder outputs progressive
signals.
◆Progressive
Select this when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the COMPONENT
Select this when:
– your TV accepts progressive signals, and,
– the TV is connected to the COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT jacks.
Note that the pictures will not be clear or no
picture will appear if you select progressive signal
output when either of the above conditions is not
met.
picture will appear if you select progressive signal
output when either of the above conditions is not
met.
◆Interlace
Set to this position when:
– your TV does not accept progressive signals, or,
– your TV is connected to jacks other than the
Set to this position when:
– your TV does not accept progressive signals, or,
– your TV is connected to jacks other than the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (LINE OUT
(VIDEO) or S VIDEO).
(VIDEO) or S VIDEO).
z Hint
When you select progressive signal output, you can fine-
tune the signal according to the type of software you are
watching (page 88).
When you select progressive signal output, you can fine-
tune the signal according to the type of software you are
watching (page 88).
Note
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 525/625 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 525p/
625p DVD recorder, please contact our customer service
centre.
television sets are fully compatible with this product and
may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the
case of 525/625 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 525p/
625p DVD recorder, please contact our customer service
centre.
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Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords
Select one of the following patterns
A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector,
or AV amplifier (receiver).
This will enable you to listen to sound.
This will enable you to listen to sound.
z Hint
For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components.
For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components.
Note
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.
unwanted noise to come from your TV’s speakers.
VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUT
L
R
AERIAL
IN
LINE 4 IN
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
LINE 2 OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
Y
PB / CB
PR / CR
~
AC IN
OUT
LINE 1 - TV
LINE 3 / DECODER
B
A
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
LINE 2 OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
AV amplifier (receiver)
with a decoder
with a decoder
(red)
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
amplifier (receiver)
Audio/video
cord (supplied)
cord (supplied)
: Signal flow
Coaxial digital cord
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
to DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or
OPTICAL)
OPTICAL)
to LINE 2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L)
Optical digital cord (not supplied)
Rear (L)
DVD recorder
(white)
(yellow)*
(yellow)
(white)
(red)
[Speakers]
Front (L)
[Speakers]
to coaxial
digital input
digital input
Rear (R)
Front (R)
Subwoofer
or
Centre
* The yellow plug is used for video signals (page 14).
to optical
digital input
digital input
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A
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).
amplifier’s (receiver’s) two speakers for sound.
Connect using the audio/video cord (supplied).
• Surround effect (page 54)
TV: Dynamic, Wide, Night
TV: Dynamic, Wide, Night
Stereo amplifier (receiver): Standard, Night
Note
Do not connect the LINE 4 IN (R-AUDIO-L) and LINE
2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks to your TV’s audio output
jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to
come from your TV’s speakers.
2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks to your TV’s audio output
jacks at the same time. This will cause unwanted noise to
come from your TV’s speakers.
B
Connecting to a digital audio
input jack
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*
1
Digital, DTS*
2
, or MPEG audio decoder and a
digital input jack, use this connection.
Connect using a coaxial or optical digital cord (not
supplied).
Connect using a coaxial or optical digital cord (not
supplied).
• Surround effect
Dolby Digital (5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch), MPEG audio
(5.1ch)
Dolby Digital (5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch), MPEG audio
(5.1ch)
*1
Manufactured under license from Dolby laboratories.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
*2
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of
Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Notes
• After you have completed connection
B, make the
appropriate settings under “Audio Connection” in Easy
Setup (page 22). If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an
MPEG audio decoder function, set “MPEG” to
“MPEG” in Audio Setup (page 90). Otherwise, no
sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers.
Setup (page 22). If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an
MPEG audio decoder function, set “MPEG” to
“MPEG” in Audio Setup (page 90). Otherwise, no
sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers.
• The surround sound effects of this recorder cannot be
used with connection
B.
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
Coaxial cord
Optical cord
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Step 5: Connecting the
Mains Lead
Mains Lead
Connect the supplied mains lead to the AC IN
terminal of the recorder. Then plug the recorder
and TV mains leads (power cords) into the mains.
After you connect the mains lead, you must wait
for a short while before operating the recorder.
You can operate the recorder once the front panel
display lights up and the recorder enters standby
mode.
If you connect additional equipment to this
recorder (page 26), be sure to connect the mains
lead after all connections are complete.
terminal of the recorder. Then plug the recorder
and TV mains leads (power cords) into the mains.
After you connect the mains lead, you must wait
for a short while before operating the recorder.
You can operate the recorder once the front panel
display lights up and the recorder enters standby
mode.
If you connect additional equipment to this
recorder (page 26), be sure to connect the mains
lead after all connections are complete.
Step 6: Preparing the
Remote
Remote
You can control the recorder using the supplied
remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by
matching the
remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by
matching the
3 and # ends on the batteries to the
markings inside the battery compartment. When
using the remote, point it at the remote sensor
using the remote, point it at the remote sensor
on the recorder.
Notes
• If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD
recorder or player, change the command mode number
for this recorder (page 21).
for this recorder (page 21).
• Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage
and corrosion. Do not touch the liquid with bare hands
should leakage occur. Observe the following:
– Do not use a new battery with an old battery, or
should leakage occur. Observe the following:
– Do not use a new battery with an old battery, or
batteries of different manufacturers.
– Do not attempt to recharge the batteries.
– If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended
– If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended
period of time, remove the batteries.
– If battery leakage occurs, wipe out any liquid inside
the battery compartment, and insert new batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor (marked
on the
front panel) to strong light, such as direct sunlight or
lighting apparatus. The recorder may not respond to the
remote.
lighting apparatus. The recorder may not respond to the
remote.
~
AC IN
to mains
to AC IN
1
2
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Controlling TVs with the remote
You can adjust the remote’s signal to control your
TV.
If you connected the recorder to an AV amplifier
(receiver), you can use the supplied remote to
control the AV amplifier’s (receiver’s) volume.
TV.
If you connected the recorder to an AV amplifier
(receiver), you can use the supplied remote to
control the AV amplifier’s (receiver’s) volume.
Notes
• Depending on the connected unit, you may not be able
to control your TV or AV amplifier (receiver) with
some or all of the buttons below.
some or all of the buttons below.
• If you enter a new code number, the code number
previously entered will be erased.
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code
number may be reset to the default setting. Set the
appropriate code number again.
appropriate code number again.
1
Slide the TV/DVD switch to TV.
2
Hold down
[/1.
3
Enter your TV’s manufacturer code (see
“Code numbers of controllable TVs”
below) using the number buttons.
“Code numbers of controllable TVs”
below) using the number buttons.
4
Release
[/1.
When the TV/DVD switch is set to TV, the
remote performs the following:
remote performs the following:
* If you use the number buttons to select the TV’s
programme position, press -/-- followed by the number
buttons for two-digit numbers.
buttons for two-digit numbers.
To operate the TV/DVD button
(for SCART connections only)
The TV/DVD button switches between the
recorder and the last input source selected on the
TV. Point your remote at the recorder when using
this button. The button works even if the TV/DVD
switch is set to DVD.
When you connect the recorder to the TV via the
SCART jacks, the input source for the TV is set to
the recorder automatically when you start
playback. To watch another source, press the TV/
DVD button to switch the TV’s input source.
(for SCART connections only)
The TV/DVD button switches between the
recorder and the last input source selected on the
TV. Point your remote at the recorder when using
this button. The button works even if the TV/DVD
switch is set to DVD.
When you connect the recorder to the TV via the
SCART jacks, the input source for the TV is set to
the recorder automatically when you start
playback. To watch another source, press the TV/
DVD button to switch the TV’s input source.
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.
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.
[/1
Turns your TV on or off
2 (volume) +/–
Adjusts the volume of your
TV
TV
PROG +/–
Selects the programme
position on your TV
position on your TV
(wide mode)
Switches to or from the
wide mode of a Sony wide-
screen TV
wide mode of a Sony wide-
screen TV
t (TV/video)
Switches your TV’s input
source
source
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
TV/DVD
switch
"/1
switch
"/1
2 +/–
Number buttons,
SET/-/--
SET/-/--
t, TV/DVD
PROG +/–
Number buttons and
SET, -/--*
SET, -/--*
Selects the programme
position on your TV
position on your TV
Manufacturer
Code number
Sony
01 (default)
Aiwa
01 (default)
Grundig
11
Hitachi
23, 24, 72
Loewe
06, 45
Nokia
15, 16, 69, 73
Panasonic
17, 49
Philips
06, 07, 08, 23, 45, 72
Saba
12, 13, 36, 43, 74, 75
Samsung
06, 22, 23, 71, 72
Sanyo
25
Sharp
29
Telefunken
12, 13, 36, 43, 74, 75
Thomson
12, 13, 43, 74, 75
Toshiba
38
LG
06
JVC
33
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Controlling the volume of your AV
amplifier (receiver) with the remote
amplifier (receiver) with the remote
1
Slide the TV/DVD switch to DVD.
2
Hold down
[/1, and enter the
manufacturer code (see the table below)
for your AV amplifier (receiver) using the
number buttons.
for your AV amplifier (receiver) using the
number buttons.
3
Release
[/1.
The
2 (volume) +/– buttons control the AV
amplifier’s volume.
If you want to control the TV’s volume, slide
the TV/DVD switch to TV.
If you want to control the TV’s volume, slide
the TV/DVD switch to TV.
z Hint
If you want to control the TV’s volume even when the
TV/DVD switch is set to DVD, repeat the steps above
and enter the code number 90 (default).
If you want to control the TV’s volume even when the
TV/DVD switch is set to DVD, repeat the steps above
and enter the code number 90 (default).
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).
(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).
If you have a Sony DVD player or
more than one Sony DVD recorder
more than one Sony DVD recorder
If the supplied remote interferes with your other
Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command
mode number for this recorder and the supplied
remote to one that differs from the other Sony
DVD recorder or player.
The default command mode setting for this
recorder and the supplied remote is DVD3.
Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command
mode number for this recorder and the supplied
remote to one that differs from the other Sony
DVD recorder or player.
The default command mode setting for this
recorder and the supplied remote is DVD3.
1
Press SYSTEM MENU.
The System Menu appears.
The System Menu appears.
2
Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER.
Manufacturer
Code number
Sony
78, 79, 80, 91
Denon
84, 85, 86
Kenwood
92, 93
Onkyo
81, 82, 83
Pioneer
99
Sansui
87
Technics
97, 98
Yamaha
94, 95, 96
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
TV/DVD
switch
switch
"/1
2 +/–
Number
buttons
buttons
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
SYSTEM
MENU
MENU
M/m,
ENTER
ENTER
COMMAND
MODE
MODE
O RETURN
SETUP
Settings
Video
Audio
Features
Options
Easy Setup
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Language
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3
Select “Options,” and press ENTER.
4
Select “Command Mode,” and press
ENTER.
ENTER.
5
Select the Command mode (DVD1, DVD2,
or DVD3), and press ENTER.
or DVD3), and press ENTER.
6
Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the
remote so it matches the mode you
selected above.
remote so it matches the mode you
selected above.
To return to the previous step
Press
Press
O RETURN.
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.
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.
m
m
m
m
m
m
1
Turn on the TV.
2
Press
[/1.
The recorder turns on.
Settings
Video
Audio
Features
Options
Easy Setup
Format DVD :
DVD Bilingual Rec. :
Dimmer :
Auto Display :
Command Mode :
Factory Setup
VR
Main
Normal
On
DVD3
SETUP
Settings
Video
Audio
Features
Options
Easy Setup
Format DVD :
DVD Bilingual Rec. :
Dimmer :
Auto Display :
Command Mode :
Factory Setup
VR
Main
Normal
On
DVD3
SETUP
DVD1
DVD2
DVD3
OSD Language Setup
Tuner and Channel Setup
Clock Setup
TV Type Setup
Video Connection Setup
Audio Connection Setup
Finished!
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
"/1
</M/m/,,
ENTER
ENTER
O RETURN
PROG +/–
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3
Switch the input selector on your TV so that
the signal from the recorder appears on
your TV screen.
“Initial settings necessary to operate the DVD
recorder will be made. You can change them
later using Setup. Before you start, check that
you have made all necessary connections.”
appears.
• If this message does not appear, select “Easy
the signal from the recorder appears on
your TV screen.
“Initial settings necessary to operate the DVD
recorder will be made. You can change them
later using Setup. Before you start, check that
you have made all necessary connections.”
appears.
• If this message does not appear, select “Easy
Setup” from “SETUP” in the System Menu
to run Easy Setup. For details, see “Settings
and Adjustments” (page 82).
to run Easy Setup. For details, see “Settings
and Adjustments” (page 82).
4
Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the language
used in the on-screen display appears.
The Setup Display for selecting the language
used in the on-screen display appears.
5
Select a language.
6
Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting your country
and language for the tuner system appears.
The channel order will be set according to the
country or language you select.
The Setup Display for selecting your country
and language for the tuner system appears.
The channel order will be set according to the
country or language you select.
7
Select your country or language.
• If you live in a French speaking country that
• If you live in a French speaking country that
is not listed on the display, select “ELSE.”
8
Press ENTER.
• If you made connection
• If you made connection
A (page 14) and the
connected TV complies with
SMARTLINK, the Preset Download
function automatically starts.
SMARTLINK, the Preset Download
function automatically starts.
• If the Preset Download function does not
work or if you made a connection other than
A, the Auto Tuner Preset function
automatically starts searching for all of the
receivable channels and presets them.
A, the Auto Tuner Preset function
automatically starts searching for all of the
receivable channels and presets them.
To set the channels manually, see page 83.
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After the download or search is complete,
the Clock function automatically starts.
the Clock function automatically starts.
Once the clock signal is received, the Setup
Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the
connected TV appears.
• If the current time or date is not set, the
Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the
connected TV appears.
• If the current time or date is not set, the
display for setting the clock manually
appears. Set the clock manually using
appears. Set the clock manually using
</
M/m/,, and press ENTER.
OSD
1/9
Select the screen Language.
English
Français
Deutsch
Italiano
Español
Nederlands
Dansk
EASY SETUP
EASY SETUP
Tuner System
2/9
Select a country and
language.
language.
L
N
NL
P
S
SF
UK
ELSE
– Français
– Dansk/Norsk
– Nederlands
– Português
– Svenska
– Suomi
– English
– English
EASY SETUP
Preset Download
3/9
Loading data from TV.
Please wait.
Please wait.
Prog. 1
EASY SETUP
Auto Tuner Preset
3/9
Searching for receivable channels.
Please wait.
Please wait.
Prog. 1
EASY SETUP
Clock
4/9
Searching for clock data.
Please wait.
Please wait.
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10
Select the setting that matches your TV
type.
“16:9”: For wide-screen TVs or standard TVs
with a wide screen mode.
“4:3 Letter Box”: For standard TVs.
Displays “wide screen” pictures with bands
on the upper and lower sections of the screen.
“4:3 Pan Scan”: For standard TVs.
Automatically displays “wide screen”
pictures on the entire screen and cuts off the
sections that do not fit.
with a wide screen mode.
“4:3 Letter Box”: For standard TVs.
Displays “wide screen” pictures with bands
on the upper and lower sections of the screen.
“4:3 Pan Scan”: For standard TVs.
Automatically displays “wide screen”
pictures on the entire screen and cuts off the
sections that do not fit.
For details, see “TV Type” on page 87.
11
Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for the component out
jacks appears.
jacks appears.
12
Select an option.
Select “On” if you are using the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
Otherwise, select “Off.”
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
Otherwise, select “Off.”
13
Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for the LINE 3/DECODER
jack appears.
jack appears.
14
Select an option.
Select “Yes” if you will connect a decoder to
the LINE 3/DECODER jack. Otherwise,
select “No.”
the LINE 3/DECODER jack. Otherwise,
select “No.”
15
Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the type of
video signal output from the LINE 1-TV jack
appears.
video signal output from the LINE 1-TV jack
appears.
16
Select the type of signal you want to output
from the LINE1-TV jack.
“Video”: Outputs video signals.
“S Video”: Outputs S video signals.
“RGB”: Outputs RGB signals.
Note that if you select “On” in step 12, you
cannot select “RGB,” and that if you select
“Yes” in step 14, you cannot select “S Video.”
• If you select “S Video” or “RGB,”
“Video”: Outputs video signals.
“S Video”: Outputs S video signals.
“RGB”: Outputs RGB signals.
Note that if you select “On” in step 12, you
cannot select “RGB,” and that if you select
“Yes” in step 14, you cannot select “S Video.”
• If you select “S Video” or “RGB,”
SMARTLINK will be deactivated.
17
Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the type of
jack used to connect to your amplifier
(receiver) appears.
jack used to connect to your amplifier
(receiver) appears.
18
Select the type of jack (if any) you are
using to connect to an amplifier (receiver),
and press ENTER.
If you did not connect an AV amplifier
(receiver), select “No,” then go to step 22.
If you connected an AV amplifier (receiver)
using just an audio cord, select “Yes: LINE 2
OUT (R-AUDIO-L),” then go to step 22.
If you connected an AV amplifier (receiver)
using either a digital optical or coaxial cord,
select “Yes: DIGITAL OUT.”
and press ENTER.
If you did not connect an AV amplifier
(receiver), select “No,” then go to step 22.
If you connected an AV amplifier (receiver)
using just an audio cord, select “Yes: LINE 2
OUT (R-AUDIO-L),” then go to step 22.
If you connected an AV amplifier (receiver)
using either a digital optical or coaxial cord,
select “Yes: DIGITAL OUT.”
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Select the type of Dolby Digital signal you
wish to send to your amplifier (receiver).
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby
Digital decoder, select “Dolby Digital.”
Otherwise, select “D-PCM.”
Digital decoder, select “Dolby Digital.”
Otherwise, select “D-PCM.”
EASY SETUP
TV Type
5/9
Select your TV screen type.
16 : 9
4 : 3 Letter Box
4 : 3 Pan Scan
EASY SETUP
Line1 Output
8/9
Select the Line1 output signal.
Video
S Video
RGB
EASY SETUP
Audio Connection
9/9
Is this recorder connected to an amplifier (receiver)?
Select the type of jack you are using.
Select the type of jack you are using.
Yes :
LINE2 OUT(R-AUDIO-L)
Yes :
DIGITAL OUT
No
Audio Connection
9/9
Dolby Digital
D-PCM
Dolby Digital
EASY SETUP
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Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for the DTS signal appears.
21
Select whether or not you wish 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.”
and press ENTER.
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a DTS
decoder, select “On.” Otherwise, select “Off.”
22
Press ENTER when “Finish” appears.
Easy Setup is finished. All connections and
setup operations are complete.
setup operations are complete.
To return to the previous step
Press
Press
O RETURN.
z Hints
• If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio
• If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio
decoder, set “MPEG” to “MPEG” (page 90).
• If you want to run Easy Setup again, select “Easy
Setup” in the Setup Display (page 96).
Note
To record TV programmes using the timer, you must set
the clock accurately.
the clock accurately.
Audio Connection
9/9
DTS
On
Off
EASY SETUP
EASY SETUP
Easy Setup is finished.
Finish
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Connecting a VCR or Similar Device
After disconnecting the recorder’s mains lead from the mains, connect a VCR or similar recording device
to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder.
For RDR-GX700, use the DV IN jack on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK
jack) (page 70).
See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment.
To record on this recorder, see “Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer” (page 51).
to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder.
For RDR-GX700, use the DV IN jack on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK
jack) (page 70).
See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment.
To record on this recorder, see “Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer” (page 51).
Connecting to the LINE 3 jack
Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 3/DECODER jack of this recorder.
Notes
• Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying cannot be recorded.
• If you pass the recorder signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on your TV screen.
• If you pass the recorder signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on your TV screen.
Be sure to connect your VCR to the DVD recorder and your TV in the order shown below. To watch video tapes,
watch the tapes through a second line input on your TV.
watch the tapes through a second line input on your TV.
• The SMARTLINK features are not available for devices connected via the DVD recorder’s LINE 3/DECODER jack.
• When you record to a VCR from this DVD recorder, do not switch the input source to TV by pressing the TV/DVD
• When you record to a VCR from this DVD recorder, do not switch the input source to TV by pressing the TV/DVD
button on the remote.
• If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will not be able to view the signals from the connected VCR.
AERIAL
IN
LINE 4 IN
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
LINE 2 OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
Y
PB / CB
PR / CR
~
AC IN
OUT
LINE 1 - TV
LINE 3 / DECODER
TV
DVD recorder
to SCART input
to
i
LINE1-TV
VCR
to
i LINE
3/DECODER
SCART cord
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
VCR
DVD recorder
TV
VCR
DVD recorder
TV
Line input 1
Line input 2
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Connecting to the LINE 2 IN or LINE 4 IN jacks
Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 2 IN or LINE 4 IN jacks of this recorder. If the
equipment has an S-video jack, you can use an S-video cord instead of an audio/video cord.
equipment has an S-video jack, you can use an S-video cord instead of an audio/video cord.
z Hint
When the connected equipment outputs only monaural sound, use audio cables that distribute monaural sounds to left/
right channels (not supplied).
When the connected equipment outputs only monaural sound, use audio cables that distribute monaural sounds to left/
right channels (not supplied).
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
• 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.
• Do not connect more than one type of video cord between the recorder and your TV at the same time.
AERIAL
IN
LINE 4 IN
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
LINE 2 OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
Y
PB / CB
PR / CR
~
AC IN
OUT
LINE 1 - TV
LINE 3 / DECODER
OUTPUT
S VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
VIDEO
VCR, etc.
Audio/video cord
(not supplied)
(not supplied)
S VIDEO
cord (not
supplied)
cord (not
supplied)
to LINE 2 IN
DVD recorder (front)
: Signal flow
(rear)
to LINE 4 IN
VCR, etc.
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Connecting to a Satellite or Digital Tuner
Connect a satellite or digital tuner to this recorder using the LINE 3/DECODER jack. Disconnect the
recorder’s mains lead from the mains when connecting the tuner.
To use the Synchro-Rec function, see below.
recorder’s mains lead from the mains when connecting the tuner.
To use the Synchro-Rec function, see below.
If the satellite tuner can output RGB signals
This recorder accepts RGB signals. If the satellite
tuner can output RGB signals, connect the TV
SCART connector on the satellite tuner to the
LINE 3/DECODER jack, and set “Line3 Input” of
“Scart Setting” to “Video/RGB” in Video Setup
(page 88). Note that this connection and setup
disable the SMARTLINK function. If you want to
use the SMARTLINK function with a compatible
set top box, see the instructions supplied with the
set top box.
This recorder accepts RGB signals. If the satellite
tuner can output RGB signals, connect the TV
SCART connector on the satellite tuner to the
LINE 3/DECODER jack, and set “Line3 Input” of
“Scart Setting” to “Video/RGB” in Video Setup
(page 88). Note that this connection and setup
disable the SMARTLINK function. If you want to
use the SMARTLINK function with a compatible
set top box, see the instructions supplied with the
set top box.
If you want to use the Synchro Rec function
This connection is necessary to use the
Synchronized Recording function. See
“Recording From Connected Equipment With a
Timer (Synchro Rec)” (page 50).
This connection is necessary to use the
Synchronized Recording function. See
“Recording From Connected Equipment With a
Timer (Synchro Rec)” (page 50).
Set “Line3 Input” of “Scart Setting” in Video
Setup (page 88) according to the specifications of
your satellite tuner. See your satellite tuner’s
instructions for more information.
If you are using a B Sky B tuner, be sure to
connect the tuner’s VCR SCART jack to the LINE
3/DECODER jack. Then set “Line3 Input” of
“Scart Setting” according to the specifications of
the VCR SCART jack on your satellite tuner.
Setup (page 88) according to the specifications of
your satellite tuner. See your satellite tuner’s
instructions for more information.
If you are using a B Sky B tuner, be sure to
connect the tuner’s VCR SCART jack to the LINE
3/DECODER jack. Then set “Line3 Input” of
“Scart Setting” according to the specifications of
the VCR SCART jack on your satellite tuner.
Notes
• Do not set “Line3 Input” of “Scart Setting” in Video
Setup to “Decoder.”
• Synchronized Recording does not work with some
tuners. For details, see the tuner’s operating
instructions.
instructions.
• If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will
not be able to view the signals from the connected
tuner.
tuner.
AERIAL
IN
LINE 4 IN
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
LINE 2 OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
Y
PB / CB
PR / CR
~
AC IN
OUT
LINE 1 - TV
LINE 3 / DECODER
TV
to SCART input
SCART cord (not
supplied)
supplied)
Satellite tuner, etc.
to
i
LINE1-TV
to
i LINE
3/DECODER
DVD recorder
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Connecting a PAY-TV/Canal Plus Decoder
You can watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes if you connect a decoder (not supplied) to the
recorder. Disconnect the recorder’s mains lead from the mains when connecting the decoder.
recorder. Disconnect the recorder’s mains lead from the mains when connecting the decoder.
Connecting a decoder
AERIAL
IN
LINE 4 IN
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
LINE 2 OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
Y
PB / CB
PR / CR
~
AC IN
OUT
LINE 1 - TV
LINE 3 / DECODER
TV
Aerial cable
(supplied)
(supplied)
SCART cord (not
supplied)
supplied)
PAY-TV/Canal
Plus decoder
Plus decoder
to AERIAL
OUT
OUT
to
i LINE 3/DECODER
DVD recorder
to AERIAL IN
to SCART input
SCART cord (not
supplied)
supplied)
to
i
LINE1-TV
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Setting PAY-TV/Canal Plus channels
To watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus
programmes, set your recorder to receive the
channels using the on-screen display.
In order to set the channels correctly, be sure to
follow all of the steps below.
programmes, set your recorder to receive the
channels using the on-screen display.
In order to set the channels correctly, be sure to
follow all of the steps below.
1
Press SYSTEM MENU.
The System Menu appears.
The System Menu appears.
2
Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER.
3
Select “Video,” and press ENTER.
4
Select “Scart Setting,” and press ENTER.
5
Press
M/m to select “Video” or “RGB” for
“Line1 Output,” “Decoder” for “Line3
Input,” and “Video” for “Line3 Output,”
and press ENTER.
The Video Setup display appears again.
Input,” and “Video” for “Line3 Output,”
and press ENTER.
The Video Setup display appears again.
6
Press
O RETURN to return the cursor to
the left column.
7
Select “Settings,” and press ENTER.
8
Select “Channel Setting,” and press
ENTER.
ENTER.
9
Press PROG +/– to select the desired
programme position.
programme position.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
SYSTEM
MENU
MENU
O RETURN
PROG +/–
</M/m/,,
ENTER
ENTER
Settings
Video
Audio
Features
Options
Easy Setup
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Language
SETUP
Settings
Video
Audio
Features
Options
Easy Setup
SETUP
TV Type :
Pause Mode :
Component Out :
Progressive Mode :
Screen Saver :
Scart Setting
Line4 input :
16 : 9
Auto
Off
Auto
On
Video
Video - Scart Setting
Line1 Output
Line3 Input
Line3 Output
Video
Video
Video
S Video
S Video
RGB
Video/RGB
Video/RGB
Decoder
S Video
S Video
Video/RGB
Video
S Video
Video
Video
S Video
Video
Settings
Video
Audio
Features
Options
Easy Setup
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Language
SETUP
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 8
System :
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
PAY - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
BG
Normal
C2
CDE
Off
NICAM
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 6
System :
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
PAY - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
BG
Normal
C24
PQR
Off
NICAM
Selected programme position
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10
Select “System,” and press ENTER.
11
Press
M/m to select an available TV
system, BG, DK, L, or I, and press ENTER.
To receive broadcasts in France, select “L.”
To receive broadcasts in France, select “L.”
12
Select “Normal/CATV,” and press ENTER.
13
Select “Normal,” and press ENTER.
To preset CATV (Cable Television) channels,
select “CATV.”
select “CATV.”
14
Select “Channel Set,” and press ENTER.
15
Select the PAY-TV/Canal Plus channel,
and press ENTER.
16
Select “PAY-TV/CANAL+,” and press
ENTER.
17
Select “On,” and press ENTER.
To return to the previous step
Press
Press
O RETURN.
Notes
• When you set “Line3 Input” to “Decoder” in step 5
above, you will not be able to select “L3” because Line
3 will become a dedicated line for the decoder.
3 will become a dedicated line for the decoder.
• If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will
not be able to view the signals from the connected
decoder.
decoder.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 6
System :
Normal / CATV
Channel Set :
Station Name :
PAY - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
BG
Normal
C1
ARD
On
NICAM
BG
DK
I
L
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 6
System :
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
PAY - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
BG
Normal
C1
PQR
Off
NICAM
Normal
CATV
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 6
System :
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
PAY - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
BG
Normal
C1
PQR
Off
NICAM
C24
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 6
System :
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
PAY - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
BG
Normal
C24
PQR
On
NICAM
On
Off
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