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— 5 —

1.

Remove the upper case.

2.

Remove the RD-50 board, RD bracket.

3.

Insert the stiff wire in the hole and eject the tray.

1. If the forced ejection is executed while a blank disc media (DVD

±

RW, 

±

R) exists on the tray

• Insert a DVD-ROM (DVD test disc, DVD software available on the market, or the like) in the tray and then close the tray.

Note1: If you close the tray while it is empty, ejection of the tray becomes impossible.
Note2: If you close the tray with a CD disc inserted in it, the CD can be ejected. However, if you close the tray while it is empty, there can be a case that

ejection of the tray becomes impossible.

Note3: Even if you replace the DVD drive unit while the tray remains under the state as described above, the situation cannot be improved.

2. If the tray cannot be ejected while the disc is not inserted
• Execute the forced ejection.
• Insert a DVD-ROM (DVD test disc, DVD software available on the market, or the like) on the tray and try to close the tray.
   (There are cases that it recovers the trouble.)

3. Contents of forcedly ejected blank disc media (DVD

±

RW, 

±

R) can be damaged. (There can be a case that initialization is also impossible.)

The stiff wire

The hole

Tray

1-1

This section is extracted from instruction manual.
(RDR-GX300 : 2-024-212-11 (1))

The use of optical instruments with this 
product will increase eye hazard. As 
the laser beam used in this DVD 
recorder is harmful to eyes, do not 
attempt to disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel 
only.

This symbol is intended 
to alert the user to the 
presence of uninsulated 
“dangerous voltage” 
within the product’s 

enclosure that may be of sufficient 
magnitude to constitute a risk of 
electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended 
to alert the user to the 
presence of important 
operating and 
maintenance (servicing) 

instructions in the literature 
accompanying the appliance.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, 
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG 
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

For customers in the U.S.A
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at 
the rear of the unit. 
Record the serial number in the space 
provided below. Refer to them 
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer 
regarding this product. 
Model No. RDR-GX300
Serial No.______________

You are cautioned that any change or 
modifications not expressly approved 
in this manual could void your 
authority to operate this equipment.

This equipment has been tested and 
found to comply with the limits for a 
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are 
designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference 
in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and can 
radiate radio frequency energy and, if 
not installed and used in accordance 
with the instructions, may cause 
harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not 
occur in a particular installation. If this 
equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television 
reception, which can be determined by 
turning the equipment off and on, the 
user is encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the 
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving 

antenna.

– Increase the separation between the 

equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet 

on a circuit different from that to 
which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced 

radio/TV technician for help.

VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are 
registered trademarks of Gemstar 
Development Corporation. The VCR 
Plus+ system is manufactured under 
license from Gemstar Development 
Corporation.

This equipment has been tested and 
found to comply with the limits set 
out in the EMC Directive using a 
connection cable shorter than 3 
meters.

Should any solid object or liquid fall 
into the cabinet, unplug the recorder 
and have it checked by qualified 
personnel before operating it any 
further.

• The recorder is not disconnected 

from the AC power source as long 
as it is connected to the wall outlet, 
even if the recorder itself has been 
turned off.

• If you are not going to use the 

recorder for a long time, be sure to 
disconnect the recorder from the 
wall outlet. To disconnect the AC 
power cord, grasp the plug itself; 
never pull the cord.

• Place the recorder in a location 

with adequate ventilation to 
prevent heat build-up in the 
recorder.

• Do not place the recorder on a soft 

surface such as a rug that might 
block the ventilation holes.

• Do not place the recorder in a 

confined space such as a bookshelf 
or similar unit.

• Do not place the recorder in a 

location near heat sources, or in a 
place subject to direct sunlight, 
excessive dust, or mechanical 
shock.

• Do not place the recorder in an 

inclined position. It is designed to 
be operated in a horizontal 
position only.

• Keep the recorder and discs away 

from equipment with strong 
magnets, such as microwave 
ovens, or large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the 

recorder.

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do 

not place objects filled with 
liquids, such as vases, on the 
apparatus.

• Contents of the recording cannot 

be compensated for if the 
recording or playback is not made 
due to a malfunction of the 
recorder, disc, etc.

• Make trial recordings before 

making the actual recording.

• Television programs, films, video 

tapes, discs, and other materials 
may be copyrighted. Unauthorized 
recording of such material may be 
contrary to the provisions of the 
copyright laws. Also, use of this 
recorder with cable television 
transmission may require 
authorization from the cable 
television transmitter and/or 
program owner.

• This product incorporates 

copyright protection technology 
that is protected by U.S. patents 
and other intellectual property 
rights. Use of this copyright 
protection technology must be 
authorized by Macrovision, and is 
intended for home and other 
limited viewing uses only unless 
otherwise authorized by 
Macrovision. Reverse engineering 
or disassembly is prohibited. 

Since the recorder has a copy guard 
function, programs received through 
an external tuner (not supplied) may 
contain copy protection signals 
(copy guard function) and as such 
may not be recordable, depending 
on the type of signal.

If you have any questions or 
problems concerning your recorder, 
please consult your nearest Sony 
dealer.

Read these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near 
water.

Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation 
openings. Install in accordance 
with the manufacturer’s 
instructions.

Do not install near any heat 
sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other 
apparatus (including amplifiers) 
that produce heat.

Do not defeat the safety purpose 
of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has 
two blades with one wider than 
the other. A grounding type plug 
has two blades and a third 
grounding prong. The wide 
blade or the third prong are 
provided for your safety. If the 
provided plug does not fit into 
your outlet, consult an 
electrician for replacement of 
the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from 

being walked on or pinched 
particularly at plugs, 
convenience receptacles, and the 
point where they exit from the 
apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/

accessories specified by the 
manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand, 

tripod, bracket, or table specified 
by the manufacturer, or sold 
with the apparatus. When a cart 
is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus 
combination to avoid injury 
from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during 

lightning storms or when unused 
for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified 

service personnel. Servicing is 
required when the apparatus has 
been damaged in any way, such 
as power-supply cord or plug is 
damaged, liquid has been spilled 
or objects have fallen into the 
apparatus, the apparatus has 
been exposed to rain or 
moisture, does not operate 
normally, or has been dropped.

• Instructions in this manual 

describe the controls on the 
remote. You can also use the 
controls on the recorder if they 
have the same or similar names as 
those on the remote.

• The on-screen display illustrations 

used in this manual may not match 
the graphics displayed on your TV 
screen.

• The explanations regarding discs 

in this manual refer to discs 
created on this recorder. The 
explanations do not apply to discs 
that are created on other recorders 
and played back on this recorder.

Caution: This recorder is capable 
of holding a still video image or 
on-screen display image on your 
television screen indefinitely. If 
you leave the still video image or 
on-screen display image displayed 
on your TV for an extended period 
of time you risk permanent damage 
to your television screen. Plasma 
display panels and projection 
televisions are especially 
susceptible to this.

, Connect the supplied set top box controller 

to have the recorder change the channel of 
your cable box or satellite receiver during a 
timer recording (page 14).

, Display the Title List to see all of the titles 

on the disc, including recording date, 
channel, recording mode and thumbnail 
image (page 32). The recorder will 
automatically take program label 
information from the XDS (Extended Data 
Service)* and display it as the title name 
(page 32).

* not available in some areas.

, If you are using a DVD-RW (VR mode), 

you can watch a program from the 
beginning while it is being recorded 
(page 57).

103

CH 103!

1.5/4.7GB

Sort

Date

Title

Number

My Movies

1   2ch     1:00PM -  2:00PM

    Wed 9/15 1:00PM( 1H00M)SP

2   5ch     8:00PM -  9:00PM

     Fri 9/17 8:00PM( 1H00M)SLP

3  12ch    9:00AM -  9:30AM

     Sat 9/25 9:00AM( 0H30M)EP

4   3ch      8:00PM -  8:30PM

     Sat 9/25 8:00PM( 0H30M)SLP 

2ch

5ch

12ch

3ch

Title List

Recording

The game isn’t over 
yet, but I’ll start 
watching it from the 
beginning now.

, If you are using a DVD-RW (VR mode), 

you can watch a previously recorded 
program while recording another program 
on the same disc (page 57).

, Record a program on a DVD-RW (VR 

mode), then delete, move and add scenes at 
will to create your own, original program 
(page 65).

, Enjoy virtual surround sound effects from 

just your TV’s speakers with the TV Virtual 
Surround settings when playing a DVD 
VIDEO with multichannel audio tracks 
such as Dolby Digital (5.1ch) (page 53).

A list of recordable and playable discs is on page 8.

Recording

I think I’ll watch 
yesterday’s golf game 
now, even though I 
am recording a movie.

Original

Playlist

1-2

Usable disc versions (as of May 2004)
• 4x-speed or slower DVD+RWs
• 2x-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.1 

with CPRM*

1

)

• 8x-speed or slower DVD+Rs
• 8x-speed or slower DVD-Rs (Ver.2.0)

“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” and “DVD-R,” 
are trademarks.

*1

CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is 
a coding technology that protects copyrights for 
images.

*2

Only if the recording mode is SP, HSP, or HQ, and 
“Rec Screen Size” is set to “16:9.”

*3

Erasing titles does not free up disc space.

Playable only on VR mode
compatible players
(finalization unnecessary)

Playable on most DVD
players (finalization
necessary) (page 36)

Playable on DVD+RW
compatible players
(automatically finalized)

Playable on most DVD
players (finalization
necessary) (page 36)

Playable on DVD+R
compatible players (finalization
necessary) (page 36)

Format in VR
mode
(page 35)

Format in
Video mode
(page 35)

Automatically
formatted

Automatically
formatted

Automatically
formatted

Discs that cannot be recorded on
• 4x-speed compatible DVD-RWs (Ver. 1.2/4x)
• DVD-RWs (Ver. 1.0)
• DVD+RWs that are not 2.4x-speed compatible
• Dual layer discs
• 8 cm discs

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

No

No

No

Yes

Yes *

2

No

Yes *

2

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes *

3

Yes *

3

Yes

No

Yes

No

No

Yes

No

No

No

No

,continued

Discs that cannot be played
• All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)
• CD-Rs/CD-RWs, other than those recorded in 

music CD format, MP3 format, or Video CD 
format

• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD-ROMs
• DVD Audio discs
• DVD-RAMs
• HD layer on Super Audio CDs
• DVD VIDEOs with a different region code (see 

below)

• A disc recorded in a color system other than 

NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM

z Hint
This DVD recorder can play 8 cm CDs and 8 cm DVDs 
as well.

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in
VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format

Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format
that can be purchased

CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs created on a PC or
similar device in music format containing MP3
audio tracks 

Note on playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs
Some playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software 
producers. Since this recorder plays DVD 
VIDEOs/VIDEO CDs according to the disc 
contents the software producers designed, some 
playback features may not be available. Also, see 
the instructions supplied with the DVD VIDEOs/
VIDEO CDs.

Region code (DVD VIDEO only)
Your recorder has a region code printed on the rear 
of the unit and will only play DVD VIDEOs 
(playback only) labeled with identical region 
codes. This system is used to protect copyrights.
DVD VIDEOs labeled 

 will also play on this 

recorder.
If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the 
message “Playback prohibited by region code.” 
will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the 
DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be 
labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is 
prohibited by area restrictions.

Music discs encoded with copyright protection 
technologies
This product is designed to playback discs that 
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with 
copyright protection technologies are being 
marketed by some record companies. Please be 
aware that among those discs, there are some that 
do not conform to the CD standard and may not be 
playable by this product.

• You cannot mix VR mode and Video mode on the same 

DVD-RW. To change the disc’s format, reformat the 
disc (page 35). Note that the disc’s contents will be 
erased after reformatting.

• You cannot shorten the time required for recording 

even with high-speed discs. Also, you cannot record on 
the disc if the disc is not 1x speed compatible.

• It is recommended that you use discs with “For Video” 

printed on their packaging.

• You cannot add new recordings to DVD-Rs or DVD-

RWs (Video mode) that contain recordings made on 
other DVD equipment.

• In some cases, you may not be able to add new 

recordings to DVD+RWs that contain recordings made 
on other DVD equipment. If you do add a new 
recording, note that this recorder will rewrite the DVD 
menu.

• If the disc contains PC data unrecognizable by this 

recorder, the data may be erased.

• Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or 

CD-RWs/CD-Rs cannot be played on this recorder due 
to the recording quality or physical condition of the 
disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and 
authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not 
been correctly finalized. For more information, see the 
operating instructions for the recording device.

RDR–XXXX 

00V 00Hz

00W

NO. 

0-000-000-00

X

Region code

1-3

Follow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the 
settings of the recorder.

• Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the components 

to be connected.

• You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not 

have a video input jack.

• Be sure to disconnect the power cord of each 

component before connecting.

Check that you have the following items:
• Audio/video cord (pinplug 

u 3 

y pinplug u 3) 

(1)

• Power cord (1)
• Antenna cable (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• Set top box controller (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

Select one of the following antenna hookups. Do 
not connect the power cord until you reach “Step 
5: Connecting the Power Cord” (page 20).

The cable box/satellite receiver control function 
can be used with hookup A or B. It allows the 
recorder to control a cable box or satellite receiver 
via the supplied set top box controller. The 
recorder controls channels on the cable box or 
satellite receiver for timer recording. You can also 
use the recorder’s remote control to change 
channels on the cable box/satellite receiver 
whenever the cable box/satellite receiver is turned 
on, even if the recorder is turned off. 
To use the cable box/satellite receiver control 
function, you need to connect the set top box 
controller and set the code number and output 
channel (page 23). After setting up the cable box/
satellite receiver control, check that the recorder 
can correctly control the cable box or satellite 
receiver (page 26).

Note to CATV system installer (in USA)
This reminder is provided to call the CATV 
system installer’s attention to Article 820- 40 of 
the NEC that provides guidelines for proper 
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the 
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding 
system of the building, as close to the point of 
cable entry as practical.

• If your antenna is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead 

cable), use an external antenna connector (not 
supplied) to connect the antenna to the recorder.

• If you have separate cables for VHF and UHF 

antennas, use a UHF/VHF band mixer (not supplied) to 
connect the antenna to the recorder.

Cable box with a video/audio output 
or a satellite receiver

A (page 13)

Cable box with an antenna output 
only

B (page 15)

Cable without cable box, or antenna 
only (no cable TV)

C (page 14)

With this hookup, you can record any channel on the cable box or satellite receiver. Be sure that the 
satellite receiver or cable box is turned on.
To watch cable or satellite programs, you need to match the channel on the recorder (L1 or L3) to the 
input jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE IN 1 or 3).

z Hints
• If your cable box or satellite receiver has an S-video jack, you can use an S-video cord (not supplied) instead of the 

audio/video cord.

• If you connect an S-video cord to the LINE IN 1 jack, set “Line1 Input” in Video Setup to “S VIDEO” (page 75). If 

you connect an S-video cord to the LINE IN 3 jack, set “Line3 Input” in Video Setup to “S VIDEO” (page 74).

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

PB

PR

OUT

~

 AC IN

ANT IN

R

L

S VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

TO TV

SET TOP BOX

CONTROL

LINE IN

VIDEO

S VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

1

3

Set top box 
controller 
(page 12)

to LINE IN 
1 or 3

DVD recorder

Audio/video 
cord (supplied)

: Signal flow

Place the set top box controller 
near the remote sensor on the 
cable box/satellite receiver.

Cable box/
satellite receiver

Antenna cable 
(supplied)

to antenna input

S-video cord (not 
supplied)

to SET TOP BOX 
CONTROL

Wall

TV

,continued

With this hookup, you can record any channel on the satellite receiver or cable box. Be sure that the 
satellite receiver or cable box is turned on.
To watch cable programs, you need to match the channel on the recorder (2ch, 3ch, or 4ch) to the antenna 
output channel on the cable box (2ch, 3ch, or 4ch).

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

PB

PR

OUT

~

 AC IN

VHF/UHF

IN

OUT

ANT IN

TO TV

VHF/UHF

IN

OUT

SET TOP BOX

CONTROL

to VHF/UHF IN

Wall

DVD recorder

to VHF/UHF OUT

to antenna 
input

Antenna cable 
(supplied)

: Signal flow

TV

Place the set top box controller 
near the remote sensor on the 
cable box/satellite receiver.

to SET TOP 
BOX 
CONTROL

Set top box 
controller 
(supplied)

Cable box

Use this hookup if you watch cable channels without a cable box. Also use this hookup if you are using 
a VHF/UHF antenna or separate VHF and UHF antennas.
With this hookup, you can record any channel by selecting the channel on the recorder.

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

PB

PR

OUT

~

 AC IN

VHF/UHF

IN

OUT

DVD recorder

TV

to antenna input

to VHF/UHF IN

to VHF/UHF OUT

Antenna cable (supplied)

: Signal flow

Wall