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Sony RDR-GX257 User Manual

Sony RDR-GX257
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3-876-081-12(1)
© 2008 Sony Corporation
DVD Recorder
Operating Instructions
RDR-GX257

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Sony RDR-GX257 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Recording modesExtended Play (EP), High Quality (HQ), Long Play (LP), Standard Play (SP)
Device typeDVD recorder
Product colorBlack
Composite video out1
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Dimensions (WxDxH)430 x 246 x 55 mm
Power requirementsAC 120V, 60Hz
Power consumption (typical)17 W
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight2.5 g

Summary

WARNING and Precautions

Safety, Power, and Placement Guidelines

Essential advice on preventing hazards related to safety, power, and device placement.

Important Safety Instructions

General Usage and Servicing Precautions

Covers water, cleaning, heat, cords, accessories, and servicing recommendations.

Hookups and Settings Guide

Connecting External Devices

Steps for connecting tuners, VCRs, and other equipment to the recorder.

Initial Setup Procedure

Configuring Recorder Settings

Steps for initial setup, language, date, and time.

Basic Operation: System Menu

Navigating Recorder Functions

How to access and use the recorder's main menu functions.

Recording Programs to Disc

Selecting Recording Modes

Guide to choosing recording modes for desired quality and duration.

Recording Overview

Before Starting Recording

Essential checks on discs, connections, and tuners.

Timer Recording Setup

Scheduling Timer Recordings

How to set up programs for automatic recording at specific times.

Managing Timer Settings

Checking and Changing Timer Recordings

How to view, modify, or cancel scheduled recordings.

Handling Timer Overlaps

Resolving Conflicting Timer Settings

Explains priority rules for overlapping timer recordings.

Recording Without Timer

Using the Quick Timer Function

Recording for a specified duration without advance scheduling.

Recording from External Video Sources

Recording from VCR or DV Camera

How to record from VCRs, DV cameras, and similar devices.

Playback Operations

Inserting and Playing Discs

Steps to insert discs and initiate playback of titles or chapters.

Playback Features

USB Playback and Resume Play

How to play files from USB and resume playback from stopped point.

Erasing and Editing Overview

Editing Considerations and Disc Space Management

General advice and disc type considerations before editing.

Editing Titles: Options and Procedures

Overview of Title Editing Functions

Lists available editing functions for titles.

Editing Titles: Erasing and Labeling

Editing Titles: Protecting and Dividing

Editing Titles: Hiding and Chapter Editing

Editing Chapters: Erasing, Combining, and Creating

Playlist Editing

DV Dubbing: Connecting Camera

DV Dubbing: Recording from Tape

Settings and Adjustments

General Recorder Settings

Audio Settings Configuration

Parental Control Settings

Recording Settings (Video)

Disc Settings Management

Resetting the Recorder

Troubleshooting: Power and Picture Issues

Resolving No Picture or Picture Noise

Solutions for missing video or picture interference.

Troubleshooting: Sound and Playback Issues

Resolving Sound and Playback Problems

Steps to fix issues with no sound, stereo, or playback errors.

Troubleshooting: Recording and Display Issues

Resolving Recording and Display Errors

Solutions for recording failures, timer issues, and display errors.

Troubleshooting: Remote and USB Issues

Resolving Remote and USB Connectivity Problems

Fixes for non-responsive remotes and USB device detection issues.

Recordable and Playable Discs

Technical Specifications

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