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Sony RDR-HXD890 User Manual

Sony RDR-HXD890
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3-879-466-11(1)
© 2008 Sony Corporation
RDR-HXD890/HXD990
DVD Recorder
Operating Instructions

Table of Contents

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Sony RDR-HXD890 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Progressive scan outputYes
Device typeDVD recorder
Product colorBlack
DVD region code2
HDD capacity160 GB
Maximum HDD recording time455 h
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.
I/O ports1 x i.LINK(DV) In
Dimensions (WxDxH)430 x 288 x 76.5 mm
Power requirements220-240V, 50/60 Hz
Remote control typeRMT-D251P
Compatible battery sizesAA
Common interface (CI)No

Summary

WARNING

Precautions

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment

Symbol explanation for proper disposal in the EU.

About the hard disk drive

Hookups and Settings

Hooking Up the Recorder

General steps for connecting and setting up the device.

Connecting the Aerial Cable

Instructions for connecting aerial cables for digital and analogue broadcasts.

Connecting Video and HDMI Cords

Various methods for connecting video signals and HDMI.

Connecting Audio Cords

Various methods for connecting audio signals.

Connecting the AC Power Cord

Procedure for connecting the main power supply to the recorder.

Remote Control Setup

Instructions for inserting batteries and initial setup of the remote control.

Easy Setup Procedure

Guides through initial on-screen setup for basic functions and language.

Seven Basic Operations

Inserting a Disc

Step-by-step guide on how to insert and prepare discs for use.

Recording a Programme

Basic procedure for recording TV programs to HDD or disc.

Playing Recorded Programmes

How to select and play recorded titles from the Title List.

Changing Programme Names

Instructions for renaming recorded titles or programmes.

Disc Labelling and Protection

Options for naming discs and protecting them from erasure.

Playing Discs on Other Equipment

Process for finalising discs for playback on other DVD players.

Reformatting a Disc

Steps to reformat discs to prepare them for recording.

Recording Operations

Timer Recording (EPG/Manual)

Setting up timed recordings using EPG or manual input.

Recording TV programmes using the EPG

Utilising the Electronic Programme Guide to schedule recordings.

Analogue Broadcasting Timer Recording

Setting timed recordings manually for analogue broadcasts.

Playback Functions

Basic Playback

Basic steps to start playback from HDD or disc.

Playback Options and Controls

Details on using buttons for playback control like angle, audio, and subtitle.

Advanced Playback Features

Features for enhanced playback control and viewing.

Searching for Content

Methods to locate specific content by time, title, chapter, or track number.

Erasing and Editing Content

Before Editing

General guidelines and considerations before performing editing operations.

Erasing and Editing Titles

Basic functions for erasing, renaming, dividing, and combining titles.

Editing Chapters

Options for editing individual chapters within a title.

Playlist Management

Function to create and manage custom playback sequences.

Dubbing Operations

HDD to DVD Dubbing

Procedures for copying content between the HDD and discs.

HDD Camcorder Dubbing

Methods for transferring content from HDD camcorders.

DV Camcorder Dubbing

Methods for transferring content from DV camcorders.

Media Management

Music Jukebox Functions

Functionality for managing and playing audio files.

Photo Album Features

Features for managing and viewing JPEG images.

System Settings

Picture Quality Adjustments

Options for customizing picture settings for recording and playback.

Disc Setup Options

Settings related to disc management like naming, protection, and formatting.

Recorder Basic Settings

Basic recorder configurations including clock and tuner settings.

Aerial Reception Settings

Settings for receiving and managing TV channels.

Video and Audio Settings

Adjustments for video signal input and output.

Language Settings

Options for setting display, audio, and subtitle languages.

Recording Settings

Options for customizing recording modes and quality.

Playback Settings

Settings to optimize playback experience, like TV type and pause mode.

Parental and Limitation Settings

Features for setting passwords and limiting access to content.

HDMI and Other Options

Configuration for HDMI and other miscellaneous operational settings.

Troubleshooting Guide

Power Issues

Troubleshooting steps related to power supply and on/off problems.

Tuner and Reception Problems

Troubleshooting steps related to tuner and channel reception.

Picture Display Issues

Troubleshooting steps related to picture display problems.

Audio Playback Issues

Troubleshooting steps related to audio output and playback issues.

Resetting the Recorder

Procedure to reset the recorder to its factory default settings.

Disc Information

Recordable and Playable Discs

Information on compatible disc types and their characteristics.

Playable Discs Overview

Details on discs that can be played and those that cannot.

Recording and Dubbing Modes

Explains different recording modes and their impact on quality and time.

Important Notes

Recorder Operation Notes

Important precautions regarding recorder operation and environmental conditions.

Disc Handling and Maintenance

Guidelines for handling and maintaining discs for optimal performance.

Specifications

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