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Power| power requirements | AC 120V, 60Hz |
|---|---|
| power consumption | 31W |
Ports & interfaces| composite video output | 1 (Rear) |
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| component video output | 1 (Rear) |
| RF connection input | 1 (Rear) |
| RF connection output | 1 (Rear) |
| optical audio digital output | 1 (Rear) |
| HDMI connection output | 1 (Rear) |
| i.LINK input | 1 (Front) |
| coaxial audio digital output | 1 (Rear) |
| RCA audio input | 2 (1Rear/1 Front) |
| RCA audio output | 2 (Rear) |
| S-Video input | 1 (1 Front) |
| S-Video output | 1 (Rear) |
| composite video input | 2 (1Rear/1 Front) |
Weight and Dimensions| weight | 5.7 kg |
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| width | 420 mm |
| height | 82 mm |
| depth | 332 mm |
Provides instructions for operating the DVD recorder and VCR in English.
Critical warnings to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock.
Important cautions regarding eye hazard from laser beam usage.
General precautions for safe operation and placement of the recorder.
Safety guidelines for handling liquid spills and qualified personnel.
Guidelines for operating the recorder safely with AC power sources.
Recommendations for placing the recorder to ensure proper ventilation.
Essential safety instructions to read and keep for reference.
Notice regarding potential permanent damage to TV screens from static images.
Explanation of icons used in the manual for disc types and functions.
Description of recording TV programs manually or using a timer.
Method for selecting DVD or VIDEO format using buttons.
Procedure for dubbing between DVD and VHS tapes.
Guide to creating and editing playlists from original recordings.
Instructions for dubbing DV/D8 format tape to disc.
Table detailing restrictions for simultaneous operations.
Overview of the System Menu and its main functions.
Description of the Title List menu for viewing and editing disc contents.
Explanation of the Timer menu for setting recordings.
Description of the Edit menu for playlists and titles.
Explanation of the Dubbing menu for transferring media.
Description of the Disc Setting menu for disc management.
Explanation of the Setup menu for recorder preferences.
Information on recordable and playable disc types and their compatibility.
List of usable disc versions and speeds.
Step-by-step guide for connecting and setting up the recorder.
Instructions for unpacking the recorder and checking contents.
Guide to connecting the antenna cable to the recorder.
Note regarding Synchro-Recording compatibility with tuners.
Guidance on adjusting picture size for wide screen images.
Important notes regarding audio and video connections to the TV.
Notes on HDMI connection limitations and signal conversion.
Note on video signal output during DVD recording via component jacks.
Hints for correct speaker location and audio setup.
Notes on audio output during recording and connection setup.
Notes on battery usage, remote sensor, and remote life.
Notes on remote control compatibility with TVs.
List of manufacturer codes for controlling TVs with the remote.
Instructions for setting command mode for multiple Sony devices.
How to navigate back to the previous display screen.
Procedure to check the recorder's command mode setting.
Instruction to switch TV input for recorder signal display.
Step to select the on-screen display language.
Guidance on selecting antenna or cable connection type.
Option to set the recorder's clock automatically or manually.
Guidance on selecting the correct TV aspect ratio setting.
Setting for Dolby Digital signal output to an amplifier.
Setting for DTS signal output to an amplifier.
Instructions for connecting devices to the LINE 2 IN jacks.
Hints for connecting equipment and selecting input sources.
Notes on video cord connections and copy protection signals.
Step to turn on the recorder.
Step to turn on TV and select the correct input.
Instruction to select digital or analog broadcast.
Procedure to select a channel using number buttons and SET.
Hint on selecting channels using CH +/- button.
Notes on channel selection and digital broadcast confirmation.
Explanation of digital rating control for parental ratings.
Note on inability to receive program guide tables.
Guide to using digital closed caption service.
Note that digital closed captions cannot be recorded.
Instructions for adjusting audio settings via the OPTIONS menu.
Notes on recording audio, Dolby Digital, and HD signals.
Step-by-step guide to playing discs in the DVD recorder.
How to stop DVD playback.
Hints for playing data CDs/DVDs and auto playback.
Notes on playing discs recorded on other equipment.
How to access and use the DVD disc menu.
Notes on sound muting and picture noise during playback.
Controls for fast reverse and fast forward playback.
Controls for slow motion playback in pause mode.
Function to pause and resume playback.
Hints on changing playback options and using navigation buttons.
Notes on CD/DATA CD/DVD playback and scan audio.
Hint on turning off the Scan Audio function.
Note that sound will be interrupted during Scan Audio.
Instructions to cancel PBC playback functionality.
Information on switching between original titles and playlists.
How to exit the Title List menu.
Hint on switching Title List for DVD-RAMs.
Notes on Title List availability for different disc types.
Guide to searching for titles, chapters, tracks, or scenes by time code.
Instructions for playing MP3 audio tracks on data CDs/DVDs.
Notes on searching and playlist playback limitations.
How to stop playback of MP3 audio tracks.
How to pause playback of MP3 audio tracks.
How to restart playback after pausing.
How to navigate back to the previous display screen.
How to switch between audio and image playback modes.
Hint on when the recorder stops after MP3 playback.
Instructions for starting and controlling the slide show.
How to rotate images during playback.
How to zoom in on images during playback.
How to navigate back to the previous display screen.
How to switch between audio and image playback modes.
Notes on slide show controls and playback.
Note on playing data CDs/DVDs created in Packet Write format.
List of supported MP3 audio track and JPEG file formats.
Hints on file naming for playback order and album structure.
Detailed notes on MP3/JPEG file compatibility and limitations.
Preparation steps before starting DVD recording.
Notes on timer recordings, recorder speed, and tuner sharing.
Instructions on how to protect recordings from accidental erasure.
Explanation of different recording modes and their quality/time trade-offs.
Guide to approximate recording times per mode on a DVD.
Hints on approximate recording times for DVD+R DL discs.
Notes on factors affecting recording time accuracy.
Information on recording stereo programs and adjusting for mono sound.
Instructions for recording Second Audio Program sound.
Notes on mixing recording modes and changing formats.
How to stop DVD recording.
How to pause and restart DVD recording.
How to watch VHS tape during DVD recording.
Hints for disc finalization, channel selection, and video source.
Notes on changing recording settings and tape safety tab.
How to cancel the Quick Timer recording.
How to stop Quick Timer recording.
Note about operating cable box/satellite receiver during timer recording.
How to use Rec Mode Adjust for insufficient disc space.
Hints on playing recorded programs and timer settings.
Notes on timer recording, priority, and Copy Never signals.
Explanation of priority rules for overlapping timer settings.
Instructions for changing or canceling timer settings via Timer List.
How to stop Synchro Recording.
How to cancel the Synchro-Rec function.
Explanation of priority for overlapping Synchro-Recording settings.
Notes on Synchro-Rec operation, standby mode, and tuner compatibility.
Notes on timer recording priority and display.
Notes on recording from connected equipment.
Notes on recording video games, Copy Never signals, and setting changes.
Preparation steps before editing DVD contents.
Simple editing options for Video mode titles.
Notes on editing finalized discs and control information.
Advanced editing options for VR mode discs.
Process for editing original titles directly.
Guide to creating and editing playlists from original titles.
Information on switching between original and playlist title views.
How to exit the Title List menu.
Hint on switching Title List for DVD-RAMs.
Notes on Title List availability and character display.
How erasing titles/chapters affects disc space.
Procedure for erasing specific chapters from a title.
Procedure for erasing a specific section of a title.
Hint that chapter marks are inserted after erasing scenes.
Notes on image/sound interruption and erasure limitations.
Hint about dividing playlist titles and point limitations.
Notes on playlist creation and limitations.
Instructions for playing a created playlist title.
Hint about playlist chapter marks and scene division.
Notes on picture pausing and start/end point differences.
Process to combine two titles into a single playlist title.
Procedure for erasing a selected scene from a playlist.
Procedure to change the start and end points of a scene.
Process to combine two titles into a single playlist title.
Procedure for erasing a selected scene from a playlist.
Procedure to change the start and end points of a scene.
Procedure to change the order of scenes within a playlist.
Procedure to add a scene before a selected scene.
Procedure to copy a selected scene to another location.
Function to rename a disc with up to 32 characters.
Function to protect titles on discs (DVD+RW/RW/R VR modes).
Function to erase all disc contents and select format.
Process to finalize a disc for playback on other equipment.
Display of disc name, type, title count, and recording dates.
Function to erase all titles on a disc (except protected).
Hints on setting title protection and reformatting discs.
Notes on disc labeling, format mixing, and recording modes.
Step-by-step guide to playing VHS tapes.
How to stop VHS tape playback.
How to eject a VHS tape.
How to turn off power during tape rewinding.
How to use the time counter for tape search.
Notes on recording system detection, counter reset, and S-VHS playback.
How to resume automatic tracking after manual adjustment.
Notes on sound muting and picture noise during playback.
Note that VCR search functions cannot be used during DVD recording.
Notes on VCR index signal recognition and blank space detection.
Explanation of how hi-fi and monaural sound are recorded on VHS tapes.
Notes on stereo playback requirements and monaural sound.
Preparation steps before starting VCR recording.
Notes on timer recordings, recorder speed, and tuner sharing.
Instructions on how to protect recordings from accidental erasure.
Explanation of SP and EP recording modes and quality trade-offs.
Table showing maximum recording times for different tape lengths.
Notes on EP mode playback compatibility and noise.
Information on recording stereo/SAP programs.
Details on stereo indicators and mono sound adjustment.
Instructions for recording Second Audio Program sound.
How to stop VCR recording.
How to pause and restart VCR recording.
How to watch DVD during VCR recording.
Hints on channel selection, video source, and TV power during recording.
Notes on changing recording settings and tape safety tab.
How to cancel the Quick Timer recording.
How to stop Quick Timer recording.
Note about operating cable box/satellite receiver during timer recording.
How to use Rec Mode Adjust for insufficient tape length.
Explanation of priority rules for overlapping timer settings.
Instructions for changing or canceling timer settings via Timer List.
Hints on timer programming, channel selection, and video source.
Notes on timer recording, priority, and tape safety tab.
Explanation of priority for overlapping Synchro-Recording settings.
Notes on Synchro-Rec operation, standby mode, and tuner compatibility.
Notes on timer recording priority and display.
Notes on recording video games, Copy Never signals, and setting changes.
Step-by-step guide to dubbing VHS tapes to DVDs.
Explanation of how titles and chapters are created during dubbing.
How to stop the dubbing process.
Instructions for playing discs on external DVD equipment.
Method for dubbing using the on-screen menu interface.
Observations regarding black screens and dubbing time differences.
Notes on dubbing limitations, copyrights, and input sources.
Observations regarding picture brightness and playback time.
Notes on dubbing stopping conditions and copyrights.
Procedure to dub an entire title.
Procedure to select and dub specific scenes.
Process to finalize discs for playback on other DVD equipment.
Explanation of disc type differences regarding finalization.
How to turn off the display screen.
Procedure to unfinalize a DVD-RW (VR mode) disc.
Hints on checking disc finalization status.
Notes on disc playback compatibility and finalization issues.
Preparation for dubbing DV/D8 format tapes.
Instructions for recording digital signals via the DV IN jack.
Hint regarding editing on DVD-RW/DVD-R discs.
Notes on DV IN jack usage and input signal format.
Diagram showing connection of a digital video camera.
Explanation of title and chapter creation during DV/D8 dubbing.
Settings for DV/D8 audio input selection.
Selection of line input audio for DVD disc recording.
Hint on selecting sound tracks for recording.
How to stop One Touch Dubbing.
Hint on performing One Touch Dubbing via menu selection.
Overview of how to use the setup displays for adjustments.
Note that disc playback settings take priority over setup settings.
Note that channels cannot be preset for cable boxes or satellite receivers.
Procedure for automatically presetting receivable channels.
Note that digital channels cannot be set manually.
Enables automatic clock setting via digital/analog channels.
Procedure for manually setting the clock and date.
Setting for TV aspect ratio (16:9, 4:3 Letter Box, 4:3 Pan Scan).
Note on automatic selection of '4:3 Letter Box' or '4:3 Pan Scan'.
Setting for HDMI output video signal resolution.
Setting for video output type from HDMI jack.
Recommendation for movie viewing (Cinema 1 or Cinema 2).
Notes on progressive signal compatibility and progressive setting.
Selection of sound to be recorded (Main or SAP).
Note that main sound is recorded if SAP is not received.
Setup for audio signal output method via digital jacks.
Selection of Dolby Digital signal type.
Notes on HDMI OUT and Dolby Digital signal output.
Selection for DTS signal output.
Note on Dolby Digital signal conversion for broadcasts.
Note that sound is interrupted during Scan Audio.
Notes on surround effect clarity and disabling TV/receiver surround.
Automatic chapter marking settings for recordings.
Note that chapter intervals may differ from selected settings.
Setting for tape length (T-120, T-160, T-180).
Function to automatically start playback upon tape insertion.
Function to automatically repeat tape playback.
Settings for OSD, Disc Menu, and Audio/Subtitle languages.
Settings for parental controls and digital ratings.
Settings for wide signals on digital broadcasts.
Selection of closed caption services for programs.
Settings for character size, style, color, and opacity.
Adjustment for the brightness of the front panel display.
Setting for remote control command mode.
Option to reset all setup settings to default values.
Setting digital ratings to restrict unsuitable programs.
Notes on digital rating reliance and timer recording.
Procedure to change the parental control password.
Hints for recording digital programs with wide signals.
Note that digital closed captions cannot be recorded.
Guide to resolving common problems with the recorder.
Troubleshooting steps for when the power does not turn on.
Troubleshooting steps for no picture or poor picture quality.
Troubleshooting steps for picture noise.
Troubleshooting DV IN jack connection issues.
Troubleshooting HDMI OUT jack connection issues.
Troubleshooting for TV program reception not filling the screen.
Troubleshooting steps for distorted TV program pictures.
Troubleshooting steps for inability to change TV channels.
Troubleshooting for input jack connection issues.
Troubleshooting for distorted playback signals.
Troubleshooting for pictures not filling the screen.
Troubleshooting for aspect ratio issues when set correctly.
Troubleshooting steps for sound issues.
Troubleshooting steps for no sound output.
Troubleshooting HDMI OUT jack for no sound output.
Troubleshooting for noisy sound output.
Troubleshooting for low sound volume.
Troubleshooting for issues with alternate audio tracks.
Troubleshooting common DVD playback issues.
Troubleshooting steps when a disc does not play.
Troubleshooting for playback not starting from the beginning.
Troubleshooting for automatic disc playback.
Troubleshooting for automatic playback stoppage.
Troubleshooting for unavailable playback functions.
Troubleshooting for inability to change soundtrack language.
Troubleshooting for subtitle language issues.
Troubleshooting for inability to change viewing angles.
Troubleshooting for MP3 audio track playback issues.
Troubleshooting for JPEG image file playback issues.
Troubleshooting for incorrect display of MP3/JPEG file names.
Troubleshooting specific to recording, timer, and editing functions.
Troubleshooting for channel change restrictions during recording.
Troubleshooting for delayed recording start.
Troubleshooting for timer recordings that did not occur.
Troubleshooting for delayed recording stop.
Troubleshooting for incomplete or delayed timer recordings.
Troubleshooting indicator flashes related to timer recording.
Troubleshooting indicator flashes related to Synchro-Recording.
Troubleshooting for display issues.
Troubleshooting for missing menus or displays.
Troubleshooting for the "– : –" display error.
Troubleshooting flashing indicator lights.
Troubleshooting for incorrect recording mode indication.
Troubleshooting remote control issues.
Troubleshooting steps for a non-functional remote control.
Troubleshooting remote control conflicts with other devices.
Troubleshooting for channel change restrictions during recording.
Troubleshooting for no TV program display.
Troubleshooting steps for poor TV reception.
Troubleshooting for automatic tape playback upon insertion.
Troubleshooting tape ejection when REC is pressed.
Troubleshooting for no response when REC is pressed.
Troubleshooting VCR timer recording issues.
Troubleshooting steps for VCR timer recording failure.
Troubleshooting indicator flashes related to VCR timer recording.
Troubleshooting indicator flashes related to Synchro-Recording.
Troubleshooting for display issues.
Troubleshooting for missing menus or displays.
Troubleshooting the "– : –" display error.
Troubleshooting flashing indicator lights.
Troubleshooting for incorrect recording mode indication.
Troubleshooting remote control issues.
Troubleshooting steps for a non-functional remote control.
Troubleshooting remote control conflicts with other devices.
Troubleshooting for abnormal recorder operation due to static electricity.
Troubleshooting for disc tray opening delays.
Troubleshooting high temperature recording errors.
Troubleshooting for the Child Lock feature being active.
Caution regarding adjusting volume with low-level inputs.
Instructions for cleaning the recorder's exterior.
Warning against using disc/lens cleaners.
Information on repaired parts collection for reuse or recycling.
Guidelines for handling discs to prevent damage and malfunction.
General system specifications for the DVD recorder.
Detailed specifications for the DVD recorder section.
Detailed specifications for the VCR section.
Detailed specifications for the tuner section.
Specification for the antenna terminal.
Specifications related to the timer functions.
List and specifications of all input and output jacks.
General specifications including power, temperature, and dimensions.
List of items included with the recorder.
Explanation of the i.LINK standard and its capabilities.
Note on connecting multiple devices via i.LINK.
Information about the i.LINK terminology and branding.
Information on i.LINK maximum baud rates.
Explanation of i.LINK functions for dubbing.
Specification for the required i.LINK cable.
Identification of parts and controls on the front panel.
List and description of remote control buttons for DVD functions.
Identification of connectors on the rear panel.
Definition of a chapter as a section within a title.
Definition of signals restricting recording.
Definition of Dolby Digital audio compression technology.
Definition of DTS digital audio compression technology.
Definition of DVD+RW disc type.
Definition of DVD-RW disc type and modes.
Definition of DVD+R disc type.
Definition of DVD-R disc type and modes.
Definition of DVD VIDEO disc type and data capacity.
Definition of HDMI interface and its specifications.
Definition of interlace format for image display.
Definition of original titles recorded on DVD-RW/DVD-R.
Definition of playlist as playback information from recordings.
Definition of progressive format for image display.
Definition of a title as the longest section of content.
Definition of a track as a section of music on a CD.
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