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3-081-195-71(1)
DVD Recorder
RDR-GX7
Operating Instructions
© 2003 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-081-195-71(1) DVD Recorder RDR-GX7 Operating Instructions © 2003 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Warning

    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-GX7 Serial No.______________...

  • Page 3: Notes About The Discs

    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. INPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Controlling TVs with the remote ... 26 Controlling the volume of your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote... 27 If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder ... 28 Connecting a VCR or Similar Recording Device to the LINE Jacks ...29...
  • Page 5 Labeling, Protecting, or Finalizing the Disc ... 72 Labeling a disc (Disc Name) ... 72 Protecting a disc (Protect Disc) ... 72 Finalizing a disc (Finalize) ... 73 Erasing all the titles on the disc (Erase All) ... 73 Reformatting a disc (Format)... 74 Connecting a Digital Video Camera or Other Equipment Before Recording/Editing ...

  • Page 6: Features

    Features This recorder can play DVDs or CDs, record on DVD-Rs, DVD- RWs or DVD+RWs, and by using a variety of editing functions, you can enjoy editing recorded programs and other images. Recording Dual RW compatible (page 35) The recorder is compatible with rewritable disc types, DVD-RW and DVD+RW, and the write-once type, DVD-R.

  • Page 7: Dv Edit

    DV Edit Only one i.LINK cable is required to transfer contents from a digital video camera to the DVD recorder. Since the recorder controls the digital video camera, dubbing and editing are easy to perform. Control Dubbing One Touch Dubbing function (page 78) One press on the ONE TOUCH DUB button is enough to complete the procedure.

  • Page 8: Dvd Recorder Basics

    DVD Recorder Basics Step 1: Select the disc type Unlike a video tape which is sold by length, such as 60 min. or 120 min., recordable DVDs are sold by type. Select the disc type by following the chart on the back cover, as each type has different features.
  • Page 9 Step 3: Digital Recording Record a program. When using the timer, you’ll find familiar, convenient features as found on conventional VCRs, such as VCR Plus+. You can also dub and edit the contents of connected video equipment such as a digital video camera. Step 4: Playing the recorded contents You can select the title you want to play from a displayed menu, and immediately start playback.
  • Page 10 Step 5: Editing the recorded disc You will find editing discs a lot easier than a conventional tape, and the recorder offers numerous edit functions, possible only with DVDs. Quick and easy edits on the displayed menu Editing is performed by simply selecting titles and scenes from the displayed menus.

  • Page 11: Guide To Parts And Controls

    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. Open the panel. A @/1 (on/standby) button/ indicator (22, 38) Turns the recorder on and off.

  • Page 12: Remote

    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. Slide the cover.
  • Page 13 S z REC button (38) Starts recording. T REC MODE button (38) Selects the recording mode. U INPUT SELECT button (38, 75, 88) Selects equipment connected to the line inputs. V SYNCHRO REC button (47) Synchronizes the recorder and the timer recording set on the connected external equipment.

  • Page 14: Front Panel Display

    Front panel display A Command mode indicator (28, Indicates the selected remote command mode. B ANGLE indicator (59) Lights up when you can change the angle. C PLAYLIST indicator (32) Lights up when the Playlist is selected. D STEREO indicators (39) Lights up when receiving a stereo program.

  • Page 15: Basic Hookups And Settings

    Basic Hookups and Settings • Quick Overview ....page 15 • Step 1: Unpacking ....page 16 •...

  • Page 16: Step 1: Unpacking

    Step 1: Unpacking Check that you have the following items: • Audio/video cord (pinplug × 3 y pinplug × 3) (1) • Power cord (1) • Antenna cable (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Step 2: Connecting the Antenna Cable Select one of the following antenna hookups that best suits you...
  • Page 17 Hookup 2: Connecting a cable box with many scrambled channels Use this hookup if your cable system scrambles all or most channels. With this hookup: – You can record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel on the cable box. Be sure that the cable box is turned –...

  • Page 18: Step 3: Connecting The Video Cords

    Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords Connect this recorder to your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver) using a video cord. Select one of the following patterns A through C, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to view pictures.

  • Page 19: Step 4: Connecting The Audio Cords

    Note Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the case of 480 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the ‘standard definition’...

  • Page 20: Connecting To Your Tv

    Connecting to your TV This connection will use your TV’s speakers for sound. VHF/UHF DIGITAL OUT PCM/DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL LINE IN LINE OUT S VIDEO S VIDEO R-AUDIO-L VIDEO R-AUDIO-L VIDEO COAXIAL CONTROL S IN OPTICAL COMPONENT VIDEO OUT to LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) 1 or 2 LINE OUT S VIDEO R-AUDIO-L...

  • Page 21: Connecting To An Av Amplifier

    Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers If your AV amplifier (receiver) only has L and R audio input jacks, use . If your amplifier (receiver) has a digital input jack, use You can enjoy Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio or multi-channel audio (Dolby Digital) discs.

  • Page 22: Step 5: Connecting The Power Cord

    When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor recorder. Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder. For details, see page 28. • Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
  • Page 23 Press ENTER. The Setup Display for selecting the language used in the on-screen display appears. EASY SETUP Language Select the screen Language. English Français Press M/m to select a language, then press ENTER. The Setup Display for clock setting appears. EASY SETUP Clock Select a method for setting the clock.
  • Page 24 Press ENTER. The Setup Display for selecting the type of jack used to connect to your amplifier (receiver) appears. EASY SETUP Audio Connection Is this recorder connected to an amplifier (receiver)? Select the type of jack you are using. LINE OUT(R-AUDIO-L) Yes : DIGITAL OUT Yes :...

  • Page 25: Setting Up The Vcr Plus ® System

    Setting Up the VCR Plus System Setting up your recorder involves coordinating the TV channel number (the number you turn to on your TV or recorder to watch a program) with the guide channel (the number that’s assigned to that channel in your TV program guide). To find the guide channel numbers, look at the “Channel Line- up Chart”...

  • Page 26: Setting Up The Remote

    Turns your TV on or off Adjusts the volume of your TV Selects the channel on your TV Switches to or from the wide mode of a Sony wide-screen TV Switches your TV’s input source Selects the channel on your TV...

  • Page 27: Controlling The Volume Of Your Av Amplifier (Receiver) With The Remote

    Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV. Manufacturer Code number Sony 01 (default) Akai Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes...

  • Page 28: If You Have A Sony Dvd Player Or More Than One Sony Dvd Recorder

    If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this recorder and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player.

  • Page 29: Connecting A Vcr Or Similar Recording Device To The Line Jacks

    Connecting a VCR or Similar Recording Device to the LINE Jacks You can use this recorder as the source player or as the recording deck. After disconnecting the recorder’s power cord from an AC outlet, connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE jacks of this recorder.

  • Page 30: Connecting To A Satellite Receiver Or A Cable Box

    Connecting to a Satellite Receiver or a Cable Box Connect a satellite receiver, digital cable box, or a cable box to this recorder using the LINE IN 1/3 jacks. Disconnect the recorder’s AC power cord from an AC outlet when connecting the box.

  • Page 31: Operating The Recorder

    Operating the Recorder The recorder’s overall operation is simple. Generally, most operations can be performed by pressing only </M/m/,, and ENTER. Once you know the common procedure, you will find the recorder easy to operate. • Guide to Displays ....page 31 •...

  • Page 32: Title List

    Title List The recorder uses list displays for some operations. The most frequently used is the Title List menu. The Title List menu appears when you press TITLE LIST or when you select “TITLE LIST” from the System Menu, and displays all of the titles on the disc.

  • Page 33: Sub-Menu

    Sub-menu The sub-menu appears when you select an item from the displayed list menu and press ENTER. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to the selected item. Example: The Title List menu TITLE LIST My Movies 1.5/4.7GB ORIGINAL -RW.VR Close 1:00PM - 2:00PM 9/15 Sort...

  • Page 34: How To Enter Characters

    How to Enter Characters You can label a title, disc, or program by entering characters. You can enter up to 64 characters for a title/disc/program name, but the actual number of characters displayed in the menus such as the Title List will vary. When the display for entering characters appears, follow the steps below.

  • Page 35: Recording/Timer Recording

    Recording/ Timer Recording This section covers the basics of DVD recording, and the available methods for setting the timer. • Before Recording ....page 35 •...

  • Page 36: About Recording Formats

    About recording formats When you insert an unused disc, the recorder automatically starts formatting. Since available functions differ depending on the disc type, select the disc that best suits your needs using the chart below. You can preset the format for unused DVD-RWs in Options Setup.

  • Page 37: Checking The Available Disc Space (Disc Info.)

    Checking the available disc space (Disc Info.) When recording on a used disc, make sure that there is enough disc space for recording. With DVD-RWs or DVD+RWs, you can free up disc space by erasing titles. a Press TOOLS while the disc is in the recorder.

  • Page 38: Recording Tv Programs

    To free up disc space using the Disc Map display (DVD-RWs in Video mode, DVD+RWs only) The Disc Map display in the TOOLS menu allows you to check the disc status and erase titles on the disc. Press TITLE LIST while the disc is in the recorder.

  • Page 39: Using The Quick Timer Function

    Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on the disc tray. With the recording side facing down Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray. Wait until “LOAD” disappears from the front panel display. If you use an unused DVD, formatting starts automatically.

  • Page 40: Checking The Disc Status While Recording

    Checking the disc status while recording You can check the recording information such as recording time or disc type. a Press DISPLAY twice during recording. The recording information appears. DVD-RW VIDEO 1 Disc type/format 2 Recording status 3 Recording mode 4 Recording time b Press DISPLAY to turn off the display.
  • Page 41 d Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray. Wait until “LOAD” disappears from the front panel display. If you use an unused DVD, formatting starts automatically. When using an unused DVD-RW, select the recording format, VR or Video. e Press [TIMER]. The Timer programming (Standard) menu appears.

  • Page 42: Checking/Changing/Canceling Timer Settings (Timer List)

    To extend the recording duration time You can extend the recording duration while recording. Press TOOLS during recording. Press M/m to select “Extend Rec. Time,” then press ENTER. The following display appears. Extend Rec. Time Set the timer extend function. Sun 9/28 10:00AM - 11:30AM 3ch Extend Time Press M/m to select the duration time, then press...

  • Page 43: Changing The Priority Of Overlapped

    To erase the setting A Select “Erase,” then press ENTER. The display asks for confirmation. Erase Are you sure you want to erase this timer setting? Mon-Sat 10:00AM - 10:30AM 25ch Cancel If you do not want to erase the setting, select “Cancel,”...

  • Page 44: Recording Tv Programs Using The Vcr Plus+ System

    c Press M/m to select the setting for which you want to change a priority order, then press ENTER. The sub-menu appears. d Press M/m to select “Check Overlap,” then press ENTER. The display for confirming overlapped settings appears. Check Overlap These timer settings overlap.
  • Page 45 e Press [TIMER]. The Timer programming (VCR Plus+) menu appears. Timer - VCR Plus+ Set the timer by entering the PlusCode. PlusCode Cancel Standard If the Timer programming (Standard) menu appears, press < to switch the display. f Press the number buttons to enter the PlusCode number, then press SET.

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Recording Picture Quality And Size

    Adjusting the Recording Picture Quality and Size You can adjust the recording picture quality and picture size. RETURN Press TOOLS before recording starts. The TOOLS menu appears. Press M/m to select “Rec Settings,” then press ENTER. The following display appears. Rec.

  • Page 47: Recording From External Equipment With A Timer (Synchro Rec)

    Recording from External Equipment with a Timer (Synchro Rec) You can set the recorder to automatically record programs from connected equipment that has a timer function (such as a satellite receiver). Connect the equipment to the LINE IN 1 jacks of the recorder (page 30).
  • Page 48 Notes • The recorder starts recording only after detecting the video signal from the connected equipment. The beginning of the program may not be recorded. • You cannot set Synchro-Recording only by pressing the SYNCHRO REC button when the recorder is turned off. Be sure to turn on the recorder first to set Synchro-Recording.

  • Page 49: Playback

    Playback This section explains the basics of playback, such as playable disc types, and describes the settings necessary for playback in general. • Before Playing ....page 49 •...

  • Page 50: Playing Discs

    Discs that cannot be played on this recorder The recorder cannot play the following discs: • All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs) • CD-Rs/CD-RWs, other than those recorded in the music CD format • Data part of CD-Extras • VIDEO CDs •...

  • Page 51: Using The Dvd's Menu

    When playing a DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD-R You can select the title from the Title List menu. See “Selecting a Recorded Title on a Disc” (page 53). If a menu appears on the TV screen See “Using the DVD’s Menu” below. Press H PLAY. The recorder starts playback.

  • Page 52: Basic Operations/Changing The Playback Speed

    Basic operations/Changing the playback speed M (Search) Jog Stick Operations Press X PAUSE. To resume playback, press X PAUSE or H PLAY. Pause During playback, press > NEXT or . PREV. Locate the beginning of • > NEXT : Goes to the next title/chapter/track. the title/chapter/track •...

  • Page 53: Selecting A Recorded Title On A Disc

    To resume playback from the point where you stopped the disc (Resume Play) When you stop the disc, the recorder remembers the point where you pressed x STOP. • For DVDs: Resume Play works as long as you do not open the disc tray (you may turn off the recorder).
  • Page 54 To change the title order (Sort) You can sort the titles according to date, number, or title. Press < while the Title List menu is turned on. The Sort buttons are selected. TITLE LIST ORIGINAL -RW.VR Sort Date Sort buttons Number 12ch Title...

  • Page 55: Searching For A Title/Chapter/Track

    Searching for a Title/ Chapter/Track You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and a CD by track. Since titles and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can select the desired title/chapter/track by entering its number. Or, you can search for a scene using the time code. Number buttons, CLEAR RETURN...

  • Page 56: Checking The Play Information And Playing Time

    Checking the Play Information and Playing Time You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current title, chapter, or track. Also, you can check the disc name recorded on the disc. DISPLAY Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: Title/track information (Display 1) Play mode/time information (Display 2) (Display off)

  • Page 57: Checking The Playing Time On The Front Panel Display

    Checking the playing time on the front panel display You can view the playing or time information and text displayed on the TV screen also on the front panel display. Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly. Each press of the button changes the information as follows: When playing a DVD Title playing time and the current title/chapter number Remaining time of the current title...

  • Page 58: Checking The Audio Signal Format

    OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack, the surround effect will only be heard when “Dolby Digital” in Audio Setup is set to “D- PCM” (page 96). TVS was developed by Sony to produce surround sound for home use using just a stereo TV. LFE (Low Frequency...

  • Page 59: Changing The Angles

    Night Large sounds, such as explosions, are suppressed, but quieter sounds are unaffected. This feature is useful when you want to hear the dialogue and enjoy the surround sound effects of “Wide” at low volume. Standard Creates three sets of virtual rear speakers from the sound of the actual front speakers (L, R) as shown below.

  • Page 60: Displaying The Subtitles

    Displaying the Subtitles If subtitles are recorded on a disc you can change the subtitle language or turn the subtitles on and off whenever you want during playback. SUBTITLE Press SUBTITLE repeatedly during playback to select a setting. 1 : English Depending on the DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies.

  • Page 61: Adjusting The Sound Quality

    C NR (chroma noise reduction) Reduces noise contained in the color element of the video signal. BNR (block noise reduction) Reduces “block noise” or mosaic like patterns in the picture. DVE (digital video enhancer) Sharpens the outlines of the images. PB Video Equalizer (Playback video equalizer) Adjusts the picture in greater detail.

  • Page 62: Editing A Dvd

    Editing a DVD This section introduces the basics of DVD editing, and explains both edit functions for the recording on a disc and the edit functions for the entire disc. • Before Editing ....page 62 •...

  • Page 63: Edit Options For Dvd-Rws (Vr Mode)

    Edit options for DVD-RWs (VR mode) You have two options for a DVD-RW (VR mode): editing either the original recording (called the “Original”), or the playback information created from the Original (called a “Playlist”). Since each is different in nature and offers different merits, read the following and select the one that better suits your needs.

  • Page 64: Basic Editing

    Basic Editing This section explains the basic edit functions. Note that these edits are irreversible to the original status. If you want to edit a DVD-RW (VR mode) without changing the original recordings, create a Playlist (page 67). Notes • If “No new data can be added to this disc” appears on the screen, erase any unwanted titles before editing.

  • Page 65: Erasing A Title (Erase)

    To cancel the protection Select the protected title in step 2. Press M/m to select “Protect Title,” then press ENTER. Press </, to select “Off,” then press ENTER. To protect the entire disc See page 72. Note You cannot protect Playlist titles. Erasing a title (Erase) You can erase titles individually using the sub-menu.

  • Page 66: Erasing A Section Of A Title (A-B Erase)

    To list all of the titles to be erased, select “List.” To clear all the check marks, select “Reset All.” e Repeat step 4 to select all the titles you want to erase. When the selected title is protected The display asks for confirmation. •...

  • Page 67: Creating Chapters Manually

    f Press </M/m/, to select “OK,” then press ENTER. The scene is erased, and the display asks whether to erase another scene. g To exit, press </, to select “No,” then press ENTER. The display returns to the Title List menu. To continue, select “Yes”...
  • Page 68 TITLE LIST My Movies ORIGINAL -RW.VR 1:00PM - 2:00PM Sort Date 8:00PM - 9:00PM Number 12ch 9:00AM - 9:30AM Title 8:00PM - 8:30PM 25ch 8:00PM - 8:30PM 9:00PM - 9:30PM 9:00PM - 9:30PM 125ch 10:00AM - 10:30AM b Press TOOLS. The TOOLS menu appears.
  • Page 69 l Press </, to select an option on the screen, then press ENTER. To capture a scene from the same title, select “More,” and repeat the steps above. To capture a scene from another title, select “New Title,” and repeat the steps above. m To end scene capture, press </, to select “No More”...

  • Page 70: Moving A Playlist Title (Move Title)

    Moving a Playlist title (Move Title) You can change the Playlist title order within the Title List (Playlist). a Press TITLE LIST. The Title List menu appears. If the Title List (Original) menu appears, press TOOLS, and select “Playlist” from the TOOLS menu.

  • Page 71: Combining Multiple Playlist Titles (Combine Titles)

    Combining multiple Playlist titles (Combine Titles) You can add new contents to an existing Playlist title by combining the title with other Playlist titles. a Press TITLE LIST. The Title List menu appears. If the Title List (Original) menu appears, press TOOLS, and select “Playlist”...

  • Page 72: Labeling, Protecting, Or Finalizing The Disc

    Labeling, Protecting, or Finalizing the Disc Using the Disc Information display, you can label, protect, or finalize your disc. You can even erase the entire disc except for the protected titles. This section explains settings effective for the entire disc. RETURN Labeling a disc (Disc Name) You can enter up to 64 characters for a disc name (the actual...

  • Page 73: Finalizing A Disc (Finalize)

    c Press M/m to select “Protect Disc,” then press ENTER. The display for setting disc protection appears. Protect Disc Select the protection status for this disc. Protect Don't Protect d Press </, to select “Protect,” then press ENTER. The display returns to the Disc Information display. e Press RETURN to turn off the display.

  • Page 74: Reformatting A Disc (Format)

    b Press M/m to select “Disc info.,” then press ENTER. The Disc Information display appears. Disc Information DiscName Movie Media DVD-RW Format Title no. Original 3 / Playlist 2 Protected Not Protected Date 9/15/2003 ~ 10/28/2003 HQ : 0H30M HSP : 0H45M SP : 1H00M Remainder LP : 1H30M...

  • Page 75: Before Recording/Editing

    Connecting a Digital Video Camera or Other Equipment You can record from connected equipment, such as a digital video camera. • Before Recording/Editing ..page 75 • Available DV Dubbing Functions ..page 77 •...
  • Page 76 Hookups To DV IN i.LINK cable (not supplied) DV output Digital video camera : Signal flow Z OPEN/CLOSE REC MODE INPUT SELECT a Turn on your TV and this recorder, then set the TV to the connected channel (“VIDEO” etc.). b Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on the tray.

  • Page 77: Available Dv Dubbing Functions

    Available DV Dubbing Functions One Touch Dub (page 78) Records the entire contents of a DV/Digital8 format tape to a disc of your choice with a single touch of the ONE TOUCH DUB button. Program Edit (page 79) Allows you to select scenes from a DV/Digital8 format tape, and then record the selected scenes to a disc of your choice.

  • Page 78: Recording An Entire Dv/Digital8 Format Tape (One Touch Dub)

    Recording an Entire DV/ Digital8 Format Tape (ONE TOUCH DUB) You can record the entire contents of a DV/Digital8 format tape onto a disc with a single press of the ONE TOUCH DUB button. The recorder controls the digital video camera for the whole process, and completes the recording.

  • Page 79: Program Edit

    Program Edit You can select scenes from a DV/Digital8 format tape, and then automatically record selected scenes to a disc of your choice. Example for DVD-RWs (VR mode) When using a DVD-RW (VR mode), chapter marks [b] are marked where the recordings start on the tape [a] (Auto Scene Chaptering).
  • Page 80 Select scene(Set IN point) IN 0:00:30 OUT : : – – – – – f While watching the playback picture, search for the IN point by pressing m or M, then press ENTER. The display for setting the OUT point (end of the scene on the tape) appears.

  • Page 81: Advanced Program Edit

    l Press < to select “Start,” then press ENTER. The recorder starts recording the tape contents as programmed. To quit recording, press x REC STOP. m When the recording is finished, press ENTER to select “Close.” The display returns to the DV/D8 Edit menu. n Press RETURN repeatedly to turn off the display.
  • Page 82 SYSTEM MENU RETURN a Follow steps 1 to 7 of “Preparing for recording using the DV IN jack” (page 75), then press SYSTEM MENU. Insert a DVD-RW (VR mode) into the recorder. Make sure that the disc has enough free space to record the contents of your tape.
  • Page 83 To erase the scene A Press M/m to select “Erase,” then press ENTER. B When the display asks for confirmation, press </, to select “OK,” then press ENTER. To move the scene A Press M/m to select “Move,” then press ENTER.

  • Page 84: Re-Editing The "Program" In The Dv/D8 Edit List

    Re-editing the “program” in the DV/D8 Edit List Each time you dub a DV/Digital8 format tape, the start and stop points of the selected scenes (called a “program”) are saved in a DV/D8 Edit List. You can make additional changes to these “programs”...
  • Page 85 C While watching the playback picture, press m or M to search for the IN point, then press ENTER. The IN point is set, and the display for setting the OUT point (end of the scene) appears. D While watching the playback picture, press m or M to search for the OUT point, then press ENTER.

  • Page 86: Creating A Copy Of The Edited Contents (Copy Dubbing)

    To use the default name, press </, to select “OK,” then press ENTER. Notes • You cannot set a scene to be shorter than one second. • In order for a One Touch Dub recording to be added to the DV/D8 Edit List, “Add to Edit List”...
  • Page 87 c Press M/m to select “DV/D8 Edit List,” then press ENTER. The DV/D8 Edit List menu appears. DV/D8 EDIT LIST DV10/11/02 1:30PM - 11/12/02 4:46PM 1H12M 6/ 5 DV12/11/02 1:00PM - 12/11/02 7:05PM 1H16M 6/10 DV12/24/02 11:34AM - 12/25/02 1:24PM 1H24M 6/18 1 Disc mark 2 Program name...

  • Page 88: Recording From Equipment Connected To The Line In Jacks

    Recording From Equipment Connected to the LINE IN Jacks You can connect other equipment (e.g. a VCR or video camera), and output the audio/video signals to the recorder for recording. Use the DV IN jack on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK jack).
  • Page 89 f Select the audio input using the TOOLS menu. A Press TOOLS. B Press M/m to select “Line Audio Input,” then press ENTER. C Press M/m to select the item, then press ENTER. • Stereo (default) • Main/Sub* * When “Main/Sub” is selected, the two different types of sounds are recorded.

  • Page 90: Settings And Adjustments

    Settings and Adjustments The Setup Displays allow you to adjust the recorder to suit your preferences. This section first lists the types of Setup Displays, and then explains how to use the Setup Displays (“Using the Setup Displays”). • About the Setup Display Structure . . . page 90 •...

  • Page 91: Using The Setup Displays

    Using the Setup Displays The Setup Displays are used in the following way. Note Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settings, and not all the functions described may work. SYSTEM MENU RETURN Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is stopped.

  • Page 92: Settings (Basic Settings)

    Settings (Basic Settings) The Settings Setup helps you to make fundamental settings for the recorder. Select “Video” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Displays” (page 91). The default settings are underlined. SETUP Settings Tuner Preset Video Set VCR Plus+ Channels Audio...
  • Page 93 Press M/m to select “AFT,” then press ENTER. Settings - Tuner Preset Antenna / Cable : Cable Auto Preset Manual Set : AFT : Press M/m to select “On,” then press ENTER. Normally select this. Allows you to adjust the pictures manually. Select this if the Auto Fine Tuning function does not work effectively.

  • Page 94: Video Settings

    Press M/m to select “Clock,” then press ENTER. Settings - Clock Select a method for setting the clock. If you select "Auto", this recorder will look for a time signal when you turn it off. Auto Manual Press </, to select “Manual,” then press ENTER.

  • Page 95: Audio Settings

    Pause Mode (DVDs only) Selects the picture in pause mode. Auto The picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output with no jitter. Normally select this position. Frame The picture, including subjects that do not move dynamically, is output in high resolution.

  • Page 96: Digital Out

    Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (DVDs only) Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to “Audio DRC.” This affects the output from the following jacks: – LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) 1/2 jacks –...

  • Page 97: Features Settings

    Features Settings The Features Setup provides entries to the following features. Select “Audio” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Displays” (page 91). The default settings are underlined. SETUP Settings Auto Chapter : 6 Min Video Parental Control Audio...
  • Page 98 • Area code Standard Code number Argentina 2044 Australia 2047 Austria 2046 Belgium 2057 Brazil 2070 Canada 2079 Chile 2090 China 2092 Denmark 2115 Finland 2165 France 2174 Germany 2109 India 2248 Indonesia 2238 Italy 2254 Japan 2276 Korea 2304 Malaysia 2363 Mexico...

  • Page 99: Options Settings

    Options Settings The Options Setup allows you to set up other operational settings. Select “Options” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Displays” (page 91). The default settings are underlined. SETUP Settings Format Disc : Selectable Video Dimmer :...

  • Page 100: Easy Setup

    Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder) Select this to restart Easy Setup mode for basic setup. Select “Easy Setup” in the Setup Display. To use the display, see “Using the Setup Displays” (page 91). SETUP Settings Easy Setup Video Audio Features Options Easy Setup Easy Setup...

  • Page 101: Additional Information

    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. Power The power does not turn on.
  • Page 102 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. TV channels cannot be changed. , Switch the input selector to TV.
  • Page 103 The language for the sound track cannot be changed. , Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD VIDEO, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+RW, or DVD-RW 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.

  • Page 104: Self-Diagnosis Function (When Letters/Numbers Appear In The Display)

    The disc tray does not open and “TRAY LOCKED” appears on the front panel display. , Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. “RECOVERY” appears in the front panel display.

  • Page 105: Specifications

    Specifications System Laser Semiconductor laser Format NTSC Channel coverage 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/ Timer Clock: Quartz locked Timer indication: 12-hour cycle...

  • Page 106: About I.link

    About the Name “i.LINK” i.LINK is a more familiar term for IEEE 1394 data transport bus proposed by SONY, and is a trademark approved by many corporations. IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

  • Page 107: Glossary

    Glossary Chapter (page 55) 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. CPRM (page 35) CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is a coding technology that protects copyrights for images.

  • Page 108: Language Code List

    Language Code List For details, see pages 57, 60, 94. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language 1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1053 Bashkir 1057 Byelorussian...

  • Page 109: Index

    Index Words in quotations appear in the on- screen displays. Numerics 16:9 23 4:3 Letter Box 23 4:3 Pan Scan 23 “A-B Erase” 66 “Add to Edit List” 98 Adjusting playback picture/sound 60 recording picture 46 Advanced Program Edit 81 AFT 93 Angle 59 Area code 98...
  • Page 110 Timer List 42 Timer recording check/change/cancel 42 manual setting 40 Rec Mode Adjust 41 Synchro Rec 47 VCR Plus+ system 44 Title 107 Title List 32 Sort 54 Thumbnail 54 Zoom 54 “Title Name” 64 TOOLS menu 32 Track 107 Troubleshooting 101 “Tuner Audio”...

  • Page 112: Quick Guide To Dvd Disc Types

    For certain DVD equipment, finalization may be required. Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)- free vegetable oil based ink. Sony Corporation Printed in Japan : Most suitable. : Can be used. : Some functions are limited.

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