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Disc and Remote Control
Settings/Factory Settings
(Options)
Settings/Factory Settings
(Options)
The Options Setup allows you to set up other
operational settings.
operational settings.
1
Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is
in stop mode.
in stop mode.
2
Select “SETUP,” and press ENTER.
3
Select “Options,” and press ENTER.
The Options Setup appears with the following
options. The default settings are underlined.
The Options Setup appears with the following
options. The default settings are underlined.
Format DVD (DVD-RW only)
The recorder automatically starts formatting in
VR mode or Video mode, whichever is selected
below, when a new, unformatted DVD-RW is
inserted.
The recorder automatically starts formatting in
VR mode or Video mode, whichever is selected
below, when a new, unformatted DVD-RW is
inserted.
Dimmer
Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.
Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display.
Auto Display
Command Mode
Changes the Command Mode of the recorder if
other DVD equipment is assigned the same
Command Mode. Be sure to match the Command
Mode switch on the remote to the setting made
here. For details, see “If you have a Sony DVD
player or more than one Sony DVD recorder” on
page 22.
Changes the Command Mode of the recorder if
other DVD equipment is assigned the same
Command Mode. Be sure to match the Command
Mode switch on the remote to the setting made
here. For details, see “If you have a Sony DVD
player or more than one Sony DVD recorder” on
page 22.
Factory Setup
Allows you to select the setup settings by group,
and return them to their default settings. Note that
all of your previous settings will be lost.
Allows you to select the setup settings by group,
and return them to their default settings. Note that
all of your previous settings will be lost.
1
After step 3 above, select “Factory Setup,”
and press
and press
, or ENTER.
The display for selecting a group of settings
appears.
appears.
2
Select the group of settings you want to return
to default from “Settings,” “Video,” “Audio,”
“Features,” “Options,” “Parental Control,”
and “All,” and press
to default from “Settings,” “Video,” “Audio,”
“Features,” “Options,” “Parental Control,”
and “All,” and press
, or ENTER.
3
Select “Start,” and press ENTER.
The selected settings return to their default
settings.
The selected settings return to their default
settings.
4
Press ENTER when “Finish” appears.
VR
Automatically formats the
disc in VR mode.
disc in VR mode.
Video
Automatically formats the
disc in Video mode.
disc in Video mode.
Normal
Bright lighting.
Power
Save
Save
Low lighting. Turns off the
lighting when the power is
off.
lighting when the power is
off.
Settings
Video
Audio
Features
Options
Easy Setup
Format DVD :
Dimmer :
Auto Display :
Command Mode :
Factory Setup
VR
Normal
On
DVD3
SETUP
On
Automatically displays
information on the screen
when the recorder is turned
on, etc.
information on the screen
when the recorder is turned
on, etc.
Off
Displays information only
when DISPLAY is pressed.
when DISPLAY is pressed.
DVD1
Select this if the default
Command Mode conflicts
with other DVD equipment.
Command Mode conflicts
with other DVD equipment.
DVD2
Select this if the default
Command Mode conflicts
with other DVD equipment.
Command Mode conflicts
with other DVD equipment.
DVD3
The default Command Mode
of the recorder.
of the recorder.
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Easy Setup
(Resetting the Recorder)
(Resetting the Recorder)
Select this to run the Easy Setup program.
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 23) from step 5.
(page 23) 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 AC power cord 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 12).
, 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.
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 programs 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 programs 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 (480p) 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.
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.
TV program reception does not fill the screen.
, Set the channel manually in “Tuner Preset” in
Settings Setup (page 70).
, Select the correct source using the INPUT
SELECT button, or select a channel of any TV
program using the CH +/– buttons.
program using the CH +/– buttons.
TV program pictures are distorted.
, Reorient the TV antenna.
, Adjust the picture (see the TV’s instruction
manual).
, Place the recorder and TV farther apart.
, Place the TV and any bunched antenna cables
farther apart.
, The RF cable is connected to the VHF/UHF
OUT jack on the recorder. Connect the cable to
the VHF/UHF IN jack.
the VHF/UHF IN jack.
The channel on the cable box/satellite receiver
has been changed.
has been changed.
, The set top box controller is connected and “Set
Top Box Control” is set to “On.” Check the “Set
Top Box Control” settings in Settings Setup
(page 73).
Top Box Control” settings in Settings Setup
(page 73).
TV channels cannot be changed.
, The channel is disabled (page 71).
, 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 IN 1
jack, select “L1” in the front panel display by
pressing CH +/– or INPUT SELECT.
If the equipment is connected to the LINE 2 IN
jacks, select “L2” in the front panel display by
pressing CH +/– or INPUT SELECT.
If the equipment is connected to the LINE IN 3
jack, select “L3” in the front panel display by
pressing CH +/– or INPUT SELECT.
pressing CH +/– or INPUT SELECT.
If the equipment is connected to the LINE 2 IN
jacks, select “L2” in the front panel display by
pressing CH +/– or INPUT SELECT.
If the equipment is connected to the LINE IN 3
jack, select “L3” in the front panel display by
pressing CH +/– or INPUT SELECT.
, When an S video cable is connected to the
recorder’s LINE IN 1 or LINE IN 3 jack, set
“Line1 Input” or “Line3 Input” in Video Setup to
“S Video” (page 75).
“Line1 Input” or “Line3 Input” in Video Setup to
“S Video” (page 75).
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The playback picture or TV program from the
equipment connected through the recorder is
distorted.
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 programs 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 programs 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 74).
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.
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 76).
jacks, check the Audio Setup settings (page 76).
Sound distortion occurs.
, Set “Audio ATT” in Audio Setup to “On”
(page 76).
Sound is noisy.
, When playing a CD with DTS sound tracks,
noise will come from the LINE OUT (AUDIO
L/R) 1/2 jacks (page 55).
L/R) 1/2 jacks (page 55).
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 76).
“Audio DRC” in Audio Setup to “TV Mode”
(page 76).
, Set “Audio ATT” in Audio Setup to “Off”
(page 76).
An alternate audio track cannot be recorded or
played.
played.
, Second Audio Program (SAP) is not available
for all programs. The program you are recording
does not have a second audio program.
does not have a second audio program.
, You have set “Tuner Audio” in Audio Settings to
“Main” (page 76). Select “SAP” to record
alternate audio programs.
alternate audio programs.
, When recording from connected equipment, set
“Line Audio Input” in TOOLS menu to “Main/
Sub” (page 49).
Sub” (page 49).
, 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 77).
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 77).
Playback
The disc does not play.
, The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the
labeled 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 36).
finalized (page 36).
The disc does not start playback from the
beginning.
beginning.
, Resume play was activated (page 51).
, 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.
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.
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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 53).
, 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 track does not play.
, The MP3 audio track is not recorded in a format
that the recorder can play (page 59).
Recording/Timer recording/Editing
The channel cannot be changed from the
channel you are recording.
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 72).
Reset the clock (page 72).
, The channel was disabled after the timer
recording was set. (See “Manual Set” on
page 71.)
page 71.)
, Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC
outlet, and connect it again.
, The program contains copy protection signals
that restrict copying.
, The timer setting overlapped another setting that
was set later or has priority (page 46).
, There is no DVD inside the recorder.
, There is not enough disc space for the recording.
, The set top box was turned off.
, The set top box controller was incorrectly
connected (page 13).
, The settings in “Set Top Box Control” in Settings
Setup have been changed (page 73).
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 72).
recording, the recorder resumes recording.
Should the power failure continue for more than
1 hour, reset the clock (page 72).
, The timer setting overlapped another setting that
was set later or has priority (page 46).
, Disc space was not enough.
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.
Display
The clock has stopped.
, Set the clock again (page 72).
, The clock stopped due to a power failure that
lasted for more than 1 hour. Reset the clock
(page 72).
(page 72).
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 80).
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 22).
mode (page 22).
, 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 22).
command mode for the recorder (page 22).
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 on the
front panel display.
front panel display.
, The self-diagnosis function was activated (see
the table on page 86).
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 on the front panel display.
LOCKED” appears on the front panel display.
, Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized
Sony service facility.
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“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 AC power cord. Leave the
recorder off for a while, then re-connect the
power cord, and press
until the clock appears in the front panel display,
and disconnect the AC power cord. Leave the
recorder off for a while, then re-connect the
power cord, and press
"/1 on the recorder.
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 AC power
cord. Connect it again while pressing down
cord. 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 52).
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
on 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
on the front panel display. In this case, check the
following table.
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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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 don’t, the disc may be damaged.
On adjusting volume
• Do not turn up the volume while listening to a
• 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.
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.
• 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 center 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.
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Specifications
System
Laser: Semiconductor laser
Channel coverage:
Laser: Semiconductor laser
Channel coverage:
NTSC
VHF: 2 to 13/UHF: 14 to 69/CATV: A-8 to
A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84
VHF: 2 to 13/UHF: 14 to 69/CATV: A-8 to
A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84
Video reception: Frequency synthesizer
system
Audio reception: Split carrier system
Antenna: 75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/
Antenna: 75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/
UHF
Timer: Clock: Quartz locked/Timer indication:
12-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
(Jack name: Jack type/input level/input
(Jack name: Jack type/input level/input
impedance)
LINE IN 1/2/3
(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:
(S VIDEO): 4-pin mini DIN/Y:1.0 Vp-p, C:
0.286 Vp-p
Outputs
(Jack name: Jack type/output level/output
(Jack name: Jack type/output level/output
impedance)
LINE OUT 1/2
(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:
(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:
0.286 Vp-p
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL):
Optical output jack/–18 dBm (wave length:
660 nm)
660 nm)
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL):
Phono jack/0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
B
, P
R
):
Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p/P
B
, P
R
:
interlace*=0.648 Vp-p, progressive or
interlace**=0.7 Vp-p
interlace**=0.7 Vp-p
*
“Y/Pb/Pr Out Black Level” is “On”
**
“Y/Pb/Pr Out Black Level” is “Off”
SET TOP BOX CONTROL:
Mini jack
General
Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 37 W
Dimensions (approx.): 430
Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 37 W
Dimensions (approx.): 430
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(17
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in.) (width/height/depth)
incl. projecting parts
Mass (approx.): 4.8 kg (10.58 lb)
Operating temperature: 5 ºC to 35 ºC
Operating temperature: 5 ºC to 35 ºC
(41 ºF to 95 ºF)
Operating humidity: 25 % to 80 %
Supplied accessories:
Supplied accessories:
Audio/video cord (1)
Power cord (1)
Antenna cable (1)
Set top box controller (1)
Remote commander (remote) (1)
Size AA(R6) batteries (2)
Power cord (1)
Antenna cable (1)
Set top box controller (1)
Remote commander (remote) (1)
Size AA(R6) batteries (2)
Specifications and design are subject to change
without notice.
without notice.
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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.
A @/1 (on/standby) button (23)
B Front panel display (38, 92)
C Disc tray (41)
D (remote sensor) (20)
E TIMER REC indicator (41)
F A (open/close) button (41)
G H (play) button (51)
B Front panel display (38, 92)
C Disc tray (41)
D (remote sensor) (20)
E TIMER REC indicator (41)
F A (open/close) button (41)
G H (play) button (51)
X (pause) button (51)
x (stop) button (51)
x (stop) button (51)
H z REC button (47)
X REC PAUSE button (47)
x REC STOP button (47)
x REC STOP button (47)
I SYSTEM MENU button (31)
TOOLS button (32)
J </M/m/,/ENTER button (31)
K O RETURN button (32)
L ./> (previous/next) buttons (53)
M CHANNEL +/– buttons (47)
N INPUT SELECT button
K O RETURN button (32)
L ./> (previous/next) buttons (53)
M CHANNEL +/– buttons (47)
N INPUT SELECT button
(47, 49, 71)
O REC MODE button (40)
P LINE 2 IN (S VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO L/
P LINE 2 IN (S VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO L/
R) jacks (30)
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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 (21)
B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (41)
C Number buttons (21, 43)*
B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (41)
C Number buttons (21, 43)*
SET button (21, 43)
The number 5 button has a tactile dot.
The number 5 button has a tactile dot.
D CLEAR button (43)
E AUDIO button (53)*
E AUDIO button (53)*
SUBTITLE button (53)
ANGLE button (53)
ANGLE button (53)
F [TIMER] button (41, 43)
G SYSTEM MENU button (31)
G SYSTEM MENU button (31)
TITLE LIST button (32, 51, 62)
TOOLS button (32)
TOOLS button (32)
H CURSOR MODE button (32)
I O RETURN button (32)
J TOP MENU button (51)
K . PREV (previous)/> NEXT
I O RETURN button (32)
J TOP MENU button (51)
K . PREV (previous)/> NEXT
buttons (53)
L z REC button (47)
X REC PAUSE button (47)
x REC STOP button (47)
M REC MODE button (40)
N PROGRESSIVE button (17)
O [/1 (on/standby) button (23)
P CH (channel) +/– buttons (21)
N PROGRESSIVE button (17)
O [/1 (on/standby) button (23)
P CH (channel) +/– buttons (21)
The + button has a tactile dot.
Q VOL (volume) +/– buttons (21)
R TV/VIDEO button (21)
S DISPLAY button (37, 49)
R TV/VIDEO button (21)
S DISPLAY button (37, 49)
TIME/TEXT button (38)
T SUR (surround) button (53)
U </M/m/,/ENTER button (31)
V ZOOM +/– buttons (32)
W
U </M/m/,/ENTER button (31)
V ZOOM +/– buttons (32)
W
INSTANT REPLAY/
INSTANT
ADVANCE buttons (53)
X MENU button (51)
Y m
Y m
/
M (search) buttons (53)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
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Z H PLAY button* (51)
The button has a tactile dot.
X PAUSE button (51)
X PAUSE button (51)
x STOP button (51)
wj CHAPTER MARK/ERASE buttons (65)
wk INPUT SELECT button (49, 71)
wl COMMAND MODE switch (DVD 1,2,3)
wk INPUT SELECT button (49, 71)
wl COMMAND MODE switch (DVD 1,2,3)
(22)
* Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the
recorder.
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Front panel display
A Playing/recording status
B Disc type*/recording format
C
B Disc type*/recording format
C
(angle) indicator (53)
D PLAYLIST indicator (32)
E Audio signal indicators (37)
F STEREO indicator (40)
E Audio signal indicators (37)
F STEREO indicator (40)
G SAP (Second Audio Program) indicator
(40)
H Displays the following (38):
• Playing time/remaining time
• Current title/chapter/track/index number
• Recording time/recording mode
• Clock
• Channel
• Current title/chapter/track/index number
• Recording time/recording mode
• Clock
• Channel
* Displays DATA CDs as “CD.”
I PROGRESSIVE indicator
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 80).
You can turn off the front panel display when the recorder is turned off by setting “Dimmer” to “Power Save” in Options
Setup (page 80).
Rear panel
A VHF/UHF IN/OUT jacks (12)
B SET TOP BOX CONTROL jack (13, 14)
C LINE IN (AUDIO L/R/VIDEO) 1/3 jacks
B SET TOP BOX CONTROL jack (13, 14)
C LINE IN (AUDIO L/R/VIDEO) 1/3 jacks
(29)
D LINE IN (S VIDEO) 1/3 jacks (29)
E DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL/OPTICAL)
E DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL/OPTICAL)
jacks (19)
F LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R/VIDEO) 1/2
jacks (16, 18, 19)
G LINE OUT (S VIDEO) 1/2 jacks (17)
H COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
H COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
B
, P
R
)
jacks (17)
I AC IN terminal (20)
DVD
RW
PLAYLIST
V CD VR
STEREO
SAP
CH
PROGRESSIVE
VHF/UHF
IN
SET TOP BOX
CONTROL
LINE IN
DIGITAL OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
AUDIO
R
L
1
3
LINE OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
1
2
Y
P
B
P
R
OUT
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Glossary
Chapter (page 58)
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 40)
Copy restriction set by copyright owners, etc.
These signals are included in some software or TV
programs and restrict recording on this recorder.
Copy restriction set by copyright owners, etc.
These signals are included in some software or TV
programs and restrict recording on this recorder.
Dolby Digital (page 77)
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 77)
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 17)
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.
Original (page 61)
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 61)
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 17)
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 58)
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 58)
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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Language Code List
For details, see page 73.
The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Code Language
Code Language
Code Language
Code Language
1027 Afar
1028 Abkhazian
1032 Afrikaans
1039 Amharic
1044 Arabic
1045 Assamese
1051 Aymara
1052 Azerbaijani
1053 Bashkir
1057 Byelorussian
1059 Bulgarian
1060 Bihari
1061 Bislama
1066 Bengali;
1028 Abkhazian
1032 Afrikaans
1039 Amharic
1044 Arabic
1045 Assamese
1051 Aymara
1052 Azerbaijani
1053 Bashkir
1057 Byelorussian
1059 Bulgarian
1060 Bihari
1061 Bislama
1066 Bengali;
Bangla
1067 Tibetan
1070 Breton
1079 Catalan
1093 Corsican
1097 Czech
1103 Welsh
1105 Danish
1109 German
1130 Bhutani
1142 Greek
1144 English
1145 Esperanto
1149 Spanish
1150 Estonian
1151 Basque
1157 Persian
1165 Finnish
1166 Fiji
1171 Faroese
1174 French
1181 Frisian
1070 Breton
1079 Catalan
1093 Corsican
1097 Czech
1103 Welsh
1105 Danish
1109 German
1130 Bhutani
1142 Greek
1144 English
1145 Esperanto
1149 Spanish
1150 Estonian
1151 Basque
1157 Persian
1165 Finnish
1166 Fiji
1171 Faroese
1174 French
1181 Frisian
1183 Irish
1186 Scots Gaelic
1194 Galician
1196 Guarani
1203 Gujarati
1209 Hausa
1217 Hindi
1226 Croatian
1229 Hungarian
1233 Armenian
1235 Interlingua
1239 Interlingue
1245 Inupiak
1248 Indonesian
1253 Icelandic
1254 Italian
1257 Hebrew
1261 Japanese
1269 Yiddish
1283 Javanese
1287 Georgian
1297 Kazakh
1298 Greenlandic
1299 Cambodian
1300 Kannada
1301 Korean
1305 Kashmiri
1307 Kurdish
1311 Kirghiz
1313 Latin
1326 Lingala
1327 Laothian
1332 Lithuanian
1334 Latvian;
1186 Scots Gaelic
1194 Galician
1196 Guarani
1203 Gujarati
1209 Hausa
1217 Hindi
1226 Croatian
1229 Hungarian
1233 Armenian
1235 Interlingua
1239 Interlingue
1245 Inupiak
1248 Indonesian
1253 Icelandic
1254 Italian
1257 Hebrew
1261 Japanese
1269 Yiddish
1283 Javanese
1287 Georgian
1297 Kazakh
1298 Greenlandic
1299 Cambodian
1300 Kannada
1301 Korean
1305 Kashmiri
1307 Kurdish
1311 Kirghiz
1313 Latin
1326 Lingala
1327 Laothian
1332 Lithuanian
1334 Latvian;
Lettish
1345 Malagasy
1347 Maori
1349 Macedonian
1350 Malayalam
1352 Mongolian
1353 Moldavian
1356 Marathi
1357 Malay
1358 Maltese
1363 Burmese
1365 Nauru
1369 Nepali
1376 Dutch
1379 Norwegian
1393 Occitan
1403 (Afan)Oromo
1408 Oriya
1417 Punjabi
1428 Polish
1435 Pashto;
1349 Macedonian
1350 Malayalam
1352 Mongolian
1353 Moldavian
1356 Marathi
1357 Malay
1358 Maltese
1363 Burmese
1365 Nauru
1369 Nepali
1376 Dutch
1379 Norwegian
1393 Occitan
1403 (Afan)Oromo
1408 Oriya
1417 Punjabi
1428 Polish
1435 Pashto;
Pushto
1436 Portuguese
1463 Quechua
1481 Rhaeto-
1463 Quechua
1481 Rhaeto-
Romance
1482 Kirundi
1483 Romanian
1489 Russian
1491 Kinyarwanda
1495 Sanskrit
1498 Sindhi
1501 Sangho
1502 Serbo-
1483 Romanian
1489 Russian
1491 Kinyarwanda
1495 Sanskrit
1498 Sindhi
1501 Sangho
1502 Serbo-
Croatian
1503 Singhalese
1505 Slovak
1506 Slovenian
1505 Slovak
1506 Slovenian
1507 Samoan
1508 Shona
1509 Somali
1511 Albanian
1512 Serbian
1513 Siswati
1514 Sesotho
1515 Sundanese
1516 Swedish
1517 Swahili
1521 Tamil
1525 Telugu
1527 Tajik
1528 Thai
1529 Tigrinya
1531 Turkmen
1532 Tagalog
1534 Setswana
1535 Tonga
1538 Turkish
1539 Tsonga
1540 Tatar
1543 Twi
1557 Ukrainian
1564 Urdu
1572 Uzbek
1581 Vietnamese
1587 Volapük
1613 Wolof
1632 Xhosa
1665 Yoruba
1684 Chinese
1697 Zulu
1508 Shona
1509 Somali
1511 Albanian
1512 Serbian
1513 Siswati
1514 Sesotho
1515 Sundanese
1516 Swedish
1517 Swahili
1521 Tamil
1525 Telugu
1527 Tajik
1528 Thai
1529 Tigrinya
1531 Turkmen
1532 Tagalog
1534 Setswana
1535 Tonga
1538 Turkish
1539 Tsonga
1540 Tatar
1543 Twi
1557 Ukrainian
1564 Urdu
1572 Uzbek
1581 Vietnamese
1587 Volapük
1613 Wolof
1632 Xhosa
1665 Yoruba
1684 Chinese
1697 Zulu
1703 Not specified
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