Sony RDR VX555 - DVDr/ VCR Combo User manual

SONY:
3-096-485-11 (1 )
Video Cassette Recorder/
DVD Recorder
Operating Instructions ~
Manual de instrucciones ~
RDR-VX555
©2007 Sony Corporation

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this apparatus
to rain or
moisture.
To avoid electrical shock,
do not
open thecabinet. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel only.
The
AC power cord must be
changed only at aqualified
service shop.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
As
the laser beam used in this DVD
recorder is harmful
to eyes, do not
attempt
to disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing
to qualified personnel
only.
This label is located on the laser
protective housing inside the
enclosure.
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This symbol is intended
to alert the user to the
z;, presence of uninsulated
'I "dangerous voltage"
within the product's
enclosure that may be
of sufficient
magnitude to constitute arisk
of
electric shock to persons.
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This symbol is intended
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to alert the user to the
presence
of important
•operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions
in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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-YX555
Serial No. _
CAUTION
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 Bdigital device, pursuant
to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference
in aresidential 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 aparticular installation. Ifthis
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can
be determined by
turning the equipment offand 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 acircuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer oran experienced
radiorrV technician for help.
Precautions
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall
into the cabinet, unplug the recorder
and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any
further.
On power sources
•Operate the recorder only on
120 VAC, 60 Hz.
•
The recorder is not disconnected
from the AC power source as long
as it is connected
to the wall outlet,
even
if the recorder itselfhas been
turned off.
•Install this system so that the
power cord can be unpluggedfrom
the wall socket immediately in the
event of trouble.
• If you are not going to use the
recorderfor along 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.
On placement
• Place the recorder in alocation
with adequate ventilation
to
prevent heat build-up in the
recorder.
• If the recorder is brought directly
from acold
to awarm location, or
is placed in avery damp room,
moisture may condense
on the
lenses inside the recorder and
cause damage to the video head,
tape, and the opticalblock. Should
this occur, the recorder may not
operate properly.
When you first
install the recorder,
or when you
move it from a cold to a warm
location, remove the disc and tape
and leave the recorder turned
on
for about three hours before
operating the recorder.
•
Do not place the recorder on a soft
surface such as arug that might
block the ventilation holes.
•
Do not place the recorder in a
confined space suchas 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 ahorizontal
position only.
•Keep the recorder, discs, and
cassettes away from equipment
with strong magnets, such as
microwave ovens, or large
loudspeakers.
•Do not place heavy objects on the
recorder.
•
To prevent fire orshock hazard, do
not place objects filled with
liquids, such
as vases, on the
apparatus.
•When you move the recorder, take
out any discs.
If you do not, the
disc may be damaged.
On recording
•Contents of the recording cannot
be compensated for if the
recording or playback is not made
due to amalfunction
of the
recorder, disc, etc.
•Make trial recordings before
making the actual recording.
Copyrights
•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.
Copy guard function
Since the recorder has acopy 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.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This recorder is capable
of holding astill 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 yourTV 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.
If you have any questions or
problems concerning your recorder,
please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near
water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. Apolarized plug has
two blades with one wider than
the other. Agrounding type plug
has two blades and athird
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,ortable specified
by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When acart
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.
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About this manual
•Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the
remote. You can also use the controls on the recorder if
they have the same or similar names as those on the
remote.
•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.
Icon Meaning
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Functions available for DVD+RWs
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Functions available for DVD-RWs
in VR (Video Recording) mode
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Functions available for DVD-RWs
in video mode
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Functions available for DVD+Rs
Mif);- Functions available for
DVD-Rs in
VR (Video Recording) mode
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Functions available for DVD-Rs in
video mode
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Functions available for DVD
VIDEOs
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Functions available for DVD-RAMs
Functionsavailable for VIDEO CDs
l!I!l-J or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video
CD
format
Functions available for music
CDs
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or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD
format
Functions available for
DATA CDs
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(CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs
containing MP3* audio tracks
or
JPEG image files)
Functions available for
DATA
DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
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DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs
containing MP3* audio tracks
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Functions available for VHS
VIDEOs
*MP3 (MPEG1Audio Layer
3) is astandard format
defined by ISOIMPEG which compresses audio data.

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Table of Contents
WARNING 2
Precautions 2
What is aVideo Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? 8
How to Use the On-Screen Menus 10
Hookups and Settings 12
Hooking Up the Recorder 12
Step
1: Unpacking 12
Step
2: Connecting the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Tuner) 12
Step
3: Connecting to Your TV 15
Step
4: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver) 18
Step
5: Connecting the Power Cord 20
Step
6: Preparing the Remote 20
Step
7: Easy Setup 23
Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device 27
Quick Guide to Disc Types 30
Recordable and Playable Discs 30
Playable Discs 33
DVD Operation
OVD Playback '. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Playing Discs 35
Playback Options 36
Playing aTitle From the Title List 39
Searching for aTitle/Chapter/Track, etc. .40
Playing MP3 Audio Tracks and JPEG Image Files
41
Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information 44
DVD Recording 46
Before Recording 46
DVD Recording From Connected Equipment Without the Timer 47
DVD Timer Recording From Connected Equipment 49
Recording From Connected Equipment With aTimer (Synchro Rec)
51
Changing or Canceling DVD Timer Settings (Timer List) 53
Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device 54
DVD Editing 56
Before Editing 56
Editing aTitle 57
Changing the Name of aTitle 60
Creating aPlaylist
61
Editing aPlaylist 63
Formatting/Renaming/Protecting aDisc 67

VCR Operation
VCR Playback 69
Playing aVHS Tape 69
Playback Options
71
Searching Using Various Functions 72
Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information 73
Selecting the Sound During Playback 74
VCR Recording 75
Before Recording 75
VCR Recording From Connected Equipment Without the Timer 76
VCR Timer Recording From Connected Equipment 78
Recording From Connected Equipment With aTimer (Synchro Rec) 80
Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List)
81
Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device 83
Dubbing (TAPE +-+ DVD) 84
Dubbing From aVHS Tape to aDVD 84
Dubbing From aDVD to aVHS Tape
85
Finalizing aDisc (Preparing aDisc for Playback on Other Equipment) 88
DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 --+ DVD) 90
Before DV /08 Dubbing 90
Connecting aDigital Video Camera to the DV
IN Jack 90
Dubbing From aDV/D8 Format Tape to aDVD
91
Settings and Adjustments 94
Using the Setup Displays 94
Clock Setting (Clock Set) 95
Video Settings (Video) 96
Audio Settings (Audio) 98
Recording, Set Top Box Control, and VCR Settings (Features) 100
Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options) 102
Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder) 104
Additional Information 105
Troubleshooting 105
Notes About This Recorder 110
Specifications
111
About LLINK 113
Guide to Parts and Controls 114
Glossary 118
DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 120
Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code
121
Index 126
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What is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder?
This is aDVD recorder with built-in VHS video deck, and allows recording/playback of DVD discs and
VHS tapes. DVD editing
is also possible.
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Recording and timer recording
Record TV programs on aDVD or VHS tape,
either manually or using the timer. You need to
connect atuner such
as acable box to this
recorder.
Easy selection between DVD and
VCR
Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select
the media format you want to use.
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DVD
One Touch DUbbing· DVD +--+ VHS
Dub in either direction between aDVD disc and
VHS tape with the simple press
of abutton.
Note that copy-protected signals will not be
recorded.
Control your cable bOI or satellite
receiver· Set top bOI control
Connectthe suppliedsettop box controllerto have
the recorder change the channel
of your cable box
or satellite receiver (page 12).
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Quick access to recorded titles·
Title List
Display the Title List to view all titles on a disc
and select atitle for playback or editing.
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Creating your own program· Playlist
Record aprogram on aDVD-RW (VR mode) or
DVD-R (VR mode), then erase, move or add
scenes as you like without changing the original
contents.
Original
One Touch Dubbing· DV/D8 Dubbing
Connect your digital video camera to the DV IN
jack and press the ONE-TOUCH DUBBING
button to dub aDVID8 format tape over to adisc.
Control
Playlist
Operation restrictions
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No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes*3
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes*3
No
*\ When pressing DVD, VCR playback stops.
*2 When pressing VIDEO, DVD playback stops.
*3 Only for timer recording. You can also record from LINE} and LINE2 at the same time.
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How to Use the On-Screen
Menus
[I] , "Title List"
Displays the list
of the disc contents,
including the recording information and
movie thumbnail image, which allows you to
select atitle to play or edit.
No. Tifle l.ength Edit
I 01 LINE 1 01 :29:03 >I
02 LINE 1 00:31:23 >
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The following three displays are mainly used to
operate this recorder. Once you become familiar
with the basic operations, you will find the
recorder easy to use.
The System Menu appears when you press
SYSTEM MENU, and provides entries to all
of
the recorder's main functions, such as timer
recording and setup.
Select an option by pressing t/" and ENTER.
SYSTEM
MENU
nRETURN
System Menu
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ENTER
OPTIONS
10:10AM
Press ENTER:
Tille Menu for DVD TItle list.
[g] Cl "Timer"
Used to set anew timer recording for adisc or
VHS tape, as well
as change or cancel the
timer recordings you set.
~ ~ "Edit"
Used to create or edit aPlaylist (unfinalized
DVD-RWs (VR mode)/DVD-Rs (VR mode)
only).
~ .. :. "Dubbing"
Used to dub from adisc to aVHS tape and
vice versa, and also dub from aDV108 format
tape to adisc.
[§] _ "Disc Setting"
Used to rename, protect, format, or finalize a
disc, or erase all titles on the disc. Also,
displays the disc information.
[ID == "Setup"
Displays the "Setup" display for setting up the
recorder to suit your preferences.
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Type
Selectable options
Selectable options on the System Menu differ
depending on the media type, disc condition, and
operating status.
Example: When adisc or aVHS tape
is stopped.
10:10 AM
Length Ed.
Title Erase
Chapter Erase
Protect
Title Name
AS Erase
Divide Title
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02 LINE 1
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Options for the selected item
Example: The Title List menu
The sub-menu appears when you select an item
from alist menu (e.g., atitle from the Title List
menu), and press ENTER. The sub-menu displays
options applicable only
to the selected item. The
displayed options differ depending on the
situation and disc type.
Select an option by pressing t/.J and ENTER.
Sub-menu
OPTIONS
The OPTIONS menu appears when you press
OPTIONS. You can search for atitle/chapter/
track, check the playing and remaining time, or
change settings for audio/angle/subtitle. The
displayed options differ depending on the media
type.
Press t/.J to select an option, press
.. /-+ to
select the desired item, and press ENTER.
Example: When you press OPTIONS while a
DVD VIDEO is playing.
..:.*2
*1 Unfinalized disc only
*2 With adisc inserted
To return to the previous display
Press nRETURN.
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•The OPTIONS menu may not appear during DVD
recording.
•The System Menu does not appear when recording on
aDVD,
or dubbing from VHS tape to aDVD.
•You cannot use the DVD
or VIDEO buttons with the
System Menu turned on.
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Hookups and Settings
Hooking Up the Recorder
Follow steps I to 7to hook up and adjust the
settings
of the recorder.
•Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.
•Seethe instructions supplied with the components to be
connected.
•You cannot connect this recorder to aTV that does not
have avideo input jack.
•Be sure to disconnect the power cord of each
component before connecting. Do not connect the
power cord until you reach "Connecting the Power
Cord" on page 20.
Step 1: Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
•Audio/video cord
(phono plug x 3
+-+ phono plug x3) (I)
•Remote commander (remote) (I)
•Set top box controller (I)
•Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Step 2: Connecting the
Cable BoX/Satellite
Receiver (Tuner)
This recorder does not include aTV tuner.
To record TV programs on this recorder, you need
to connect the recorder to atuner that has audio/
video output jacks.
If you have been using your VCR connected to an
antenna, connect this recorder to your VCR using
an audio/video cord. In this way, you will be able
to record TV programs.
You cannot record on this recorder
if you have:
- a cable box or satellite receiver without audio/
video outputs.
-cable with
no cable box.
-antenna only (no cable TV).
In the cases above, contact your cable service or
satellite service company to see
if they can
provide you with acompatible cable box or
satellite receiver.
Using the cable boX/satellite
receiver control function
This function allows the recorder to control a
cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set
top box controller. You can also use the recorder's
remote control to change channels on the cable
box/satellite receiver whenever the cable box/
satellite receiver and the recorder are turned on.
To use the cable box/satellite receiver control
function, you need
to:
-Check the brand code of your cable box/satellite
receiver. See "Cable Box/Satellite Receiver
Brand Code" (page 121).
-Connect the set top box controller (page 13).
-Set the brand code number and the recorder's
input that is connected to the cable box/satellite
receiver (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).

Connecting a cable box/satellite receiver and set top box controller
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to antenna input
Audio/video cord
(not supplied)
Set top box
controller
(supplied) Cable box!
satellite receiver
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AUDIO VIDEO
OUT OUT
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Wall
Connect the LINE IN jacks using an audio/video cord.
With this hookup, you can record any channel on the cable box
or satellite receiver. Be sure that the cable
box or satellite receiver
is turned on. This connection is necessary to use the Synchro-Rec function
(pages
51 and 80).
To watch cable or satellite programs, you need to match the input source on the recorder (LI) to the input
jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE 1IN).
Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on the cable box/satellite receiver.
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About AV path through
This recorder automatically sends the input signal from the LINE 1IN jacks to the LINE OUT VIDEO/
AUDIO jacks without turning itself on.
When you connect acable box orsatellite receiver to the LINE 1IN jacks and your TV to the LINE OUT
(VIDEO/AUDIO LIR) jacks (page 15), you can watch programs from acable box or satellite receiver on
the TV even when the recorder is turned off.
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•Synchro-Recording does not work with some tuners. For details. see the tuner's operating instructions.
• AV path through function does not work for:
-Input signals from the LINE 2IN jacks.
-Output signals to SVIDEO OUT. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT. or HDMI OUT jacks.
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Step 3: Connecting to Your TV
Connect the supplied audio/video cord to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO LIR) jacks of the recorder.
To enjoy higher quality images, connectan Svideo cord (not supplied) instead
ofthe yellow (video) plug.
When using this connection, be sure
to connect the audio cord to the LINE OUT (AUDIO LIR) jacks.
Audio/video cord
(supplied)
INPUT
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AUDIO
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(not supplied)
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When playing "wide screen" images
Some recorded images may not fit your TV screen. To change the picture size, see page 96.
•Do not connect to the SVIDEO OUT and yellow LINE OUT (VIDEO) jacks at the same time.
•During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the SVIDEO OUT jack will output
DVD video signals only.
•Do not connect your
TV's audio output jacks to the LINE IN (AUDIO LIR) jacks at the same time. This will cause
unwanted noise to come from your
TV's speakers.
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If your TV has an HOM I input jack
Connect the HDMI* OUT jack using acertified HDMI cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality
picture and sound. The HDMI indicator lights up on the front panel when the recorder outputs signals
through the HDMI OUT jack.
Be sure to tum offthe recorder before connecting an HDMI cord.
to HOMIinput
HOMI cord (not supplied)
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*This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMFM) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
•You cannotconnect the HDMI OUTjackto DVIjacks that are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVIjacks on PC displays).
•During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the HDMI OUTjack will output
DVD video signals only.

If your TV has component video input jacks
Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using acomponent video cord (not supplied) or three
video cords (not supplied)
of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and
high quality images.
If your TV accepts progressive 480p format signals, you must use this connection and then set
"Progressive"
of "Video" to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 97).
When using this connection, be sure to connect the audio cord to the LINE
OUT (AUDIO LIR) jacks.
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Audiolvideo cord
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During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the COMPONENT VIDEO OUTjacks
will output DVD video signals only.
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Step 4: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver)
Select one ofthe following patterns Gor 0, according to the inputjack on your AV amplifier (receiver).
This will enable you to listen to DVD audio tracks through your AV amplifier (receiver).
to HOMI input
Coaxial digital cord
(not supplied)
to coaxial
or
optical digital
input
or
or
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
HOMI cord
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to HOMI OUT
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o Connecting to audio L/R jacks
This connection uses astereo amplifier's
(receiver's) two front speakers for sound.
You can enjoy the surround function that creates
virtual speakers from two stereo speakers. Select
"Surround
I," "Surround2," or "Surround3" in
"Surround"
of "Audio" setup (page 99).
Surround I
Surround 2
Surround 3
(C:L"_-_-j Virtual speaker
Make sure that your listening position is between and at
an equal distance from your speakers, and that the
speakers are located in similar surroundings.
e Connecting to a digital audio input jack
Use this connection if your AV amplifier
(receiver) has aDolby*1Digital or DTS*2 decoder
and adigital input jack. You can enjoy the
surround effect
of Dolby Digital (5.lch) or DTS
(5.lch).
*1 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of
Dolby Laboratories.
*2 "DTS"and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks ofDTS,
Inc.
. ~. Hints
•For correct speaker location, see the operating
instructions supplied with the connected components.
•During VHS playback, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
jacks can also output digital audio signals.
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•During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
jacks or HOMIOUT jack output DVD audio signals
only. You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing VIDEO.
•After you have completed the connection, make the
appropriate settings under "Audio Connection Setup"
in Easy Setup (page 23). Otherwise, no sound or aloud
noise will come from your speakers.
•With acoaxial oroptical digital connection, you cannot
use the virtual surround effects
of this recorder.
•When outputting from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
jacks, you cannot switch the bilingual sounds on a
DVD-RW (VR mode)
or DVD-R (VR mode) by
pressing AUDIO.
•When you connect the recorder to an AV amplifier
(receiver) using an HDMI cord, you will need to do one
of the following:
-Connect the AV amplifier (receiver) to the TV with
an HDMI cord.
-Connect the recorder to the TV with avideo cord
other than HDMI cord (component video cord,
SVIDEO cord, or audio/video cord).
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Step 5: Connecting the
Power Cord
Plug the recorder and TV power cords into an AC
outlet. After you connect the power cord, you
must wait for ashort while before
operating the recorder. You can operate the
recorder only afterthe front panel display lights up
and the recorder enters standby mode.
If you connect additional equipment to this
recorder (page 27), be sure
to connect the power
cord only after all connections are complete.
Step 6: Preparing the
Remote
You can control the recorder using the supplied
remote.
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the
~ and eends on the batteries to the markings
inside the battery compartment. Be sure to close
the battery cover properly. When using the
remote, point it at the remote sensor
I!D on the
recorder.
• If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD
recorder orplayer, change the command mode number
for this recorder (page 22).
•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 anew 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
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 II on the
front panel) to strong light, such as direct sunlight or
lighting apparatus. The recorder may not respond to the
remote.
•With normal use, the batteries should last about three to
six months.
•
Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid
place.
•
Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing,
particularly when replacing the batteries.