3-085-096-11(2)
DVD Recorder
Hookups and Settings
RDR-GX7
© 2003 Sony Corporation
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Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
This product is designed to playback
discs that conform to the Compact Disc
(CD) standard.
Notes about the Discs
Table of
Contents
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc
by its edge. Do not touch the surface.
Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the
disc may cause it to malfunction.
Recently, various music discs encoded
with copyright protection technologies
are marketed by some record companies.
Please be aware that among those discs,
there are some that do not conform to the
CD standard and may not be playable by
this product.
• Do not expose the disc to direct
sunlight or heat sources such as hot air
ducts, or leave it in a car parked in
direct sunlight as the temperature may
rise considerably inside the car.
• After playing, store the disc in its case.
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the centre out.
Basic Hookups and
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This recorder is capable of
holding a still video image or on-screen
display image on your television screen
indefinitely. If you leave a still video
image or on-screen display image
displayed on your TV 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.
Step 2: Connecting the Aerial
Step 3: Connecting the Video
Step 4: Connecting the
Step 5: Connecting the
Step 6: Preparing the
• Do not use solvents such as benzine,
thinner, commercially available
cleaners, or anti-static spray intended
for vinyl LPs.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your recorder, please consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
• Do not use the following discs.
–A disc that has a non-standard shape
(e.g., card, heart).
–A disc with a label or sticker on it.
–A disc that has cellophane tape or
sticker adhesive on it.
Advanced Hookups
Changing/Disabling the
Controlling Your TV or AV
Connecting a VCR or Similar
LINE3 Jack ...................22
Connecting to a Satellite or
Connecting a PAY-TV/Canal
When you have finished with hookups
and settings, refer to the Operating
Instructions for further instructions.
“Troubleshooting,” “Specifications,”
and “Guide to Parts and Controls” can
also be found in the Operating
Instructions.
Precautions
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Quick Overview
A quick overview presented in this guide will give you enough
information to start using the recorder.
BasicHookups
and Settings
Step 1: Unpacking
m
Step 2: Connecting the Aerial Cable
m
Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords
m
Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords
m
Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead
m
Step 6: Preparing the Remote
m
Step 7: Easy Setup
Notes
• You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not have a SCART
(EURO AV) or video input jack.
• Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each component before
connecting.
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Quick Overview
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Step 1: Unpacking
Step 3: Connecting the
Video Cords
Check that you have the following items:
• Audio/video cord (pinplug × 3 y pinplug × 3) (1)
• Mains lead (1)
• Aerial cable (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
Connect this recorder to your TV monitor, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver) using a video cord. Select one of the
following patterns A through D, according to the input jack on
your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). This will
enable you to view pictures. Audio connections are explained in
If you are connecting to a VCR or decoder
Connect your VCR to the LINE 3/DECODER jack on the
Step 2: Connecting the
Aerial Cable
A Connecting to a SCART (EURO AV)
input jack
Connect using a SCART (EURO AV) cord (not supplied). Be
sure to make the connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV to be
connected. Also, when you set “Line1 Output” to “S Video” or
(EURO AV) cord that conforms to the selected signal.
Connect the aerial cable by following the steps below. Do not
connect the mains lead until you reach “Step 5: Connecting the
DVD recorder
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
~
AC IN
Y
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
to AERIAL IN
DVD recorder
C
B
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
C
R
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
~
AC IN
Y
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
C
B
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
TV
CR
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
LINE 1 - TV
AERIAL
IN
to i LINE1-TV
OUT
to SCART
(EURO AV) input
TV
to AERIAL OUT
SCART (EURO AV) cord (not supplied)
to aerial input
Aerial cable (supplied)
: Signal flow
Notes
• When you connect the recorder to your TV via the SCART (EURO
AV) jacks, the TV’s input source is set to the recorder automatically
when you start playback. If necessary, press TV/DVD on the remote to
return the input to the TV.
• If you connect this recorder to a TV with SMARTLINK, set “Line1
Output” to “Video.”
• For correct SMARTLINK connection, you will need a SCART (EURO
AV) cord that has the full 21 pins. Refer to your TV’s instruction
manual as well for this connection.
a Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV and
connect it to AERIAL IN on the rear panel of
the recorder.
b Connect AERIAL OUT of the recorder to the
aerial input of your TV, using the supplied
aerial cable.
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Step 1: Unpacking
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B Connecting to a video input jack
D Connecting to component video
Connect the yellow plug of the audio/video cord (supplied) to the
yellow (video) jacks. You will enjoy standard quality images.
Use the red and white plugs to connect to the audio input jacks
input jacks (Y, CB, CR)
Connect using a component video cord (not supplied) or three
video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will
enjoy accurate colour reproduction and high quality images.
DVD recorder
DVD recorder
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
~
AC IN
Y
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
~
AC IN
Y
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
C
B
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
CB
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
C
R
C
R
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
to COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
LINE 2 OUT
to LINE 2 OUT (VIDEO)
R-AUDIO-L
VIDEO
S VIDEO
COMPONENT
(green)
VIDEO IN
(green)
(blue)
(red)
Y
Y
(blue)
(red)
PB/CB
PR/CR
C
B
(yellow)
INPUT
VIDEO
(yellow)
CR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
Component video
cord (not supplied)
L
AUDIO
Audio/video cord (supplied)
: Signal flow
R
: Signal flow
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
About the SMARTLINK features
(for SCART connections only)
C Connecting to an S VIDEO input jack
Connect using an S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy
high quality images.
If the connected TV complies with SMARTLINK, NexTView
1
2
2
Link, MEGALOGIC , EASYLINK , CINEMALINK ,
3
4
5
Q-Link , EURO VIEW LINK , or T-V LINK , this recorder
automatically runs the SMARTLINK function after you
SMARTLINK indicator lights up when you turn on your TV).
You can enjoy the following SMARTLINK features.
• Preset Download
DVD recorder
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
~
AC IN
Y
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
C
B
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
C
R
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
You can download the tuner preset data from your TV to this
recorder, and tune the recorder according to that data in Easy
Setup. This greatly simplifies the Easy Setup procedure. Be
careful not to disconnect the cables or exit the Easy Setup
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
LINE 2 OUT
R-AUDIO-L
VIDEO
S VIDEO
to LINE 2 OUT (S VIDEO)
INPUT
S VIDEO
• TV Direct Rec
You can easily record what you are watching on your TV (see
“Recording TV programmes” in the separate booklet
“Operating Instructions”).
S VIDEO cord (not supplied)
• One Touch Play
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the TV’s input to the
recorder, and start playback with one touch of the H (play)
button (see “Playing Discs” in the separate booklet
“Operating Instructions”).
: Signal flow
• One Touch Menu
You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the TV to the
recorder’s channel, and display the Title List menu with one
touch of the TITLE LIST button (see “Selecting a Recorded
Title on a Disc” in the separate booklet “Operating
Instructions”).
• One Touch Timer
You can turn on the recorder and TV, set the TV to the
recorder’s channel, and display the timer programming menu
with one touch of the TIMER button on the remote (see “Timer
Recording” in the separate booklet “Operating Instructions”).
• Automatic Power Off
The recorder will turn off automatically if the recorder is not
used after you turn off the TV.
• NexTView Download
You can easily set the timer by using the NexTView Download
function on your TV. Refer to your TV’s instruction manual.
Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords
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1
2
“MEGALOGIC” is a registered trademark of Grundig Corporation.
“EASYLINK” and “CINEMALINK” are trademarks of Philips
Corporation.
“Q-Link” is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
“EURO VIEW LINK” is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.
“T-V LINK” is a trademark of JVC Corporation.
Step 4: Connecting the
Audio Cords
3
4
5
z Hint
SMARTLINK also works with TVs having EPG Timer Control and
Now Recording functions. For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with your TV.
Select the connection that best suits your system. Be sure to read
the instructions for the components you wish to connect.
Notes
• SMARTLINK features are not available for devices connected via the
DVD recorder’s LINE 3/DECODER jack.
Connection
Your setup
• Not all TVs respond to the functions above.
A
TV
• Surround effects: Dynamic, Wide
B
Stereo amplifier (receiver) and
two speakers
• Surround effects: Standard
MD deck/DAT deck
• Surround effects: None
C
AV amplifier (receiver) having a
Dolby Surround (Pro Logic)
1
decoder and 3 to 6 speakers
• Surround effects: Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic)
D
AV amplifier (receiver) with a
digital input jack having a Dolby
2
Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS
decoder and 6 speakers
• Surround effects: Dolby Digital
(5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch), MPEG
audio
1
Manufactured under license from Dolby laboratories.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, Inc.
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Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords
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A
B
Connecting to your TV
Connecting to a stereo amplifier
This connection will use your TV’s speakers for sound. If you
connect audio cords to your TV.
(receiver) and 2 speakers/Connecting
to an MD deck or DAT deck
If your stereo amplifier (receiver) only has audio input jacks L
and R, use B-1 . If your amplifier (receiver) has a digital input
jack, or when connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck, use B-2 .
In this case, you can also connect the recorder directly to the MD
deck or DAT deck without using your stereo amplifier
(receiver).
DVD recorder
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
~
AC IN
Y
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
CB
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
CR
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DVD recorder
A
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
to LINE 2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L)
~
AC IN
Y
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
LINE 2 OUT
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
C
B
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
R-AUDIO-L
VIDEO
S VIDEO
C
R
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
Coaxial digital cord
(not supplied)
TV
B-2
B-1
LINE 2 OUT
INPUT
VIDEO
(yellow)
COAXIAL
(yellow)*
(white)
(red)
R-AUDIO-L
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OPTICAL
(white)
(red)
L
DIGITAL OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
AUDIO
or
to LINE 2 OUT
(R-AUDIO-L)
R
to DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL)
Audio/video cord (supplied)
(red)
(red)
(white)
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
Stereo audio
cord (not
supplied)
: Signal flow
(white)
z Hint
When connecting to a monaural TV, use a stereo-mono conversion cord
(not supplied). Connect the LINE 2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks to the
TV’s audio input jack.
to coaxial or optical
digital input
to audio input
[Speakers]
Front (L)
Stereo amplifier (receiver)
Note
Do not connect the LINE 4 IN (R-AUDIO-L) jacks to your TV’s audio
output jacks at the same time.
MD deck/DAT deck
Front (R)
: Signal flow
z Hint
For connection B-1 , you can use the supplied audio/video cord instead
of using a separate stereo audio cord.
Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords
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C
D
Connecting to an AV amplifier
Connecting to an AV amplifier
(receiver) having a Dolby Surround (Pro
Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers
(receiver) with a digital input jack and
6 speakers
If your AV amplifier (receiver) only has L and R audio input
jacks , use C-1 . If your amplifier (receiver) has a digital input
jack, use C-2 .
You can enjoy Dolby Surround effects only when playing Dolby
Surround audio or multi-channel audio (Dolby Digital) discs.
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital, MPEG
audio, or DTS decoder and a digital input jack, use this
connection. Note that the surround sound effects of this recorder
cannot be used with this connection.
DVD recorder
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
DVD recorder
~
AC IN
Y
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
C
B
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
~
AC IN
Y
C
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
C
B
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
C
R
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
to DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL)
D
Coaxial digital cord
(not supplied)
COAXIAL
C-1
C-2
LINE 2 OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
R-AUDIO-L
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OPTICAL
DIGITAL OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DIGITAL OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
or
or
to LINE 2 OUT
(R-AUDIO-L)
to DIGITAL OUT
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
Coaxial digital cord
(not supplied)
(COAXIAL or OPTICAL)
(red)
(red)
(white)
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
Stereo audio
cord (not
supplied)
to optical digital input
to coxial digital input
[Speakers]
(white)
[Speakers]
AV amplifier
(receiver) having a
decoder
to coaxial or optical
digital input
to audio input
[Speakers]
[Speakers]
Rear (L)
Centre
Amplifier (receiver)
with Dolby Surround
decoder
Rear (R)
Front (R)
Front (R)
Front (L)
Rear (L) Rear (R)
Subwoofer
Front (L)
Centre
: Signal flow
Subwoofer
Rear (mono)
z Hint
: Signal flow
For correct speaker location, refer to the operating instructions of the
connected components.
z Hint
Note
For correct speaker location, refer to the operating instructions of the
connected components.
After you have completed the connection, be sure to set “Dolby Digital”
to “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” to “On” under “Audio” in Easy Setup
(page 13). If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio decoder
function, set “MPEG” in “Audio” to “MPEG” (see “AUDIO Settings”
in the separate booklet “Operating Instructions”). Otherwise, no sound
or a loud noise will come from your speakers.
Note
When connecting 6 speakers, replace the monaural rear speaker with a
centre speaker, 2 rear speakers, and a subwoofer.
Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords
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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.
Step 5: Connecting the
Mains Lead
Connect the supplied mains lead to the AC IN terminal of the
recorder. Then plug the recorder and TV mains leads (power
cords) into the mains. After you connect the mains lead, you
must wait for a short while before operating the recorder.
You can operate the recorder once the front panel display lights
up and the recorder enters standby mode.
The default command mode setting for this recorder and the
supplied remote is DVD 3.
~
AC IN
to AC IN
SYSTEM
MENU
mains lead
M/m, ENTER
RETURN
Step 6: Preparing the
Remote
You can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Insert
two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on
the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment.
COMMAND MODE
When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor
recorder.
on the
a Press SYSTEM MENU.
The System Menu appears.
b Press M/m to select “SETUP,” then press
ENTER.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Notes
Easy Setup
• 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.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or a lighting
apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the
batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
c Press M/m to select “Options,” then press
ENTER.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Format Disc :
Selectable
Bilingual Recording : Main
Audio
Dimmer :
Bright
On
Features
Options
Auto Display :
Command Mode :
Factory Setup
DVD3
Easy Setup
Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead
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d Press M/m to select “Command Mode,” then
press ENTER.
Step 7: Easy Setup
SETUP
Settings
Video
Format Disc :
Selectable
Bilingual Recording : Main
Audio
Dimmer :
Bright
On
Features
Options
Auto Display :
Command Mode :
Factory Setup
Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic
adjustments for using the recorder. If you do not complete Easy
Setup, it will appear each time you turn on your recorder.
You will make the settings below in the following order.
DVD1
DVD2
DVD3
Easy Setup
OSD Language Setup
e Press M/m to select the Command mode
(DVD1, DVD2, or DVD3), then press
ENTER.
m
Tuner and Channel Setup
m
f Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the
remote so it matches the mode you selected
above.
Clock Setup
m
TV Type Setup
m
To return to the previous step
Press RETURN.
Video Connection Setup
m
Audio Connection Setup
"/1
</M/m/,,
ENTER
RETURN
a Turn on the TV.
b Press [/1.
c Switch the input selector on your TV so that
the signal from the recorder appears on your
TV screen.
“Initial settings necessary to operate the DVD
recorder will be made. You can change them later
using Setup.” appears. If this message does not
appear, select “Easy Setup” from “SETUP” in the
System Menu to run Easy Setup. For details, see
“Settings and Adjustments” in the separate booklet
“Operating Instructions.”
d Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the language used in
the on-screen display appears.
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Step 7: Easy Setup
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i After the download or search is complete, the
EASY SETUP
OSD
1/9
Clock function automatically starts.
Select the screen Language.
EASY SETUP
Clock
4/9
English
Français
Deutsch
Italiano
Español
Searching for clock data.
Please wait.
e Press M/m to select a language.
If the current time or date is not set, “The clock was
not set automatically. Set the time and date
manually.” appears. Set the clock manually using
</M/m/,, and then press ENTER.
f Press ENTER.
The setup Display for selecting your country and
language for the tuner system appears. The
programme order will be set according to the country
or language you select.
EASY SETUP
Clock
4/9
EASY SETUP
Tuner System
2/9
The clock was not set automatically.
Set the time and date manually.
L
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Français
Sun 14
9
2003 21
:
00
Select a country and
language.
N
Dansk/Norsk
Nederlands
Português
Svenska
Suomi
NL
P
S
SF
UK
English
ELSE – English
j Once the clock signal is received, the Setup
Display for selecting the aspect ratio of the
connected TV appears.
g Press M/m to select your country or language.
If you live in a French speaking country that is not
listed on the display, select “ELSE.”
EASY SETUP
TV Type
5/9
Select your TV screen type.
16 : 9
h Press ENTER.
connected TV complies with SMARTLINK, the
Preset Download function automatically starts
4 : 3 Letter Box
4 : 3 Pan Scan
EASY SETUP
Preset Download
3/9
k Press M/m to select the setting that matches
Loading data from TV.
Please wait.
Prog. 1
your TV type.
◆ If you have a wide-screen TV or a 4:3 standard
TV with a wide-screen mode
• 16:9
◆ If you have a 4:3 standard TV
• 4:3 Letter Box
Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and
lower sections of the screen.
• 4:3 Pan Scan
Automatically displays a wide picture on the entire
screen and cuts off the sections that do not fit.
If the Preset Download function does not work or if
Auto Tuner Preset function automatically starts
searching for all of the receivable channels and
presets them.
For details, see “VIDEO Settings” in the separate
EASY SETUP
Auto Tuner Preset
3/9
booklet “Operating Instructions.”
Searching for receivable channels.
Please wait.
Prog. 1
l Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for the Component Out jacks
appears.
m Press M/m to select an option.
Select “On” if you are using the COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT jacks, or select “Off” if you are not
using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
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n Press ENTER.
t Press M/m to select the type of Dolby Digital
signal you wish to send to your amplifier
(receiver).
The Setup Display for the LINE 3/DECODER jack
appears.
Choose the signal that matches the audio connection
B
through
).
D
o Press M/m to select an option.
Select “Yes” if you will connect a decoder to the
LINE 3/DECODER jack, or select “No” if you will
not connect a decoder.
EASY SETUP
Audio Connection
9/9
Dolby Digital
D-PCM
p Press ENTER.
Dolby Digital
The Setup Display for selecting the type of video
signal output from the LINE1-TV jack appears.
EASY SETUP
Line1 Output
8/9
B-2 C-2
• D-PCM
D
Select the Line1 output signal.
Video
S Video
RGB
• Dolby Digital (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a
Dolby Digital decoder)
u Press ENTER.
The Setup Display for selecting the type of DTS
signal appears.
q Press M/m to select the type of signal you
want to output from the LINE1-TV jack.
Note that if you select “On” in step 13, you cannot
select “RGB,” and that if you select “Yes” in step 15,
you cannot select “S Video.”
EASY SETUP
Audio Connection
9/9
DTS
On
Off
◆ To output Video signals
• Video
◆ To output S video signals
• S Video
◆ To output RGB signals
• RGB
If you select “S Video” or “RGB,” SMARTLINK
will be deactivated.
v Press M/m to select the type of DTS signal you
wish to send to your amplifier (receiver) and
press ENTER.
Choose the item that matches the audio connection
B
through
).
D
r Press ENTER.
B-2 C-2
• Off
D
The Setup Display for selecting the type of jack used
to connect to your amplifier (receiver) appears.
• On (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a DTS decoder)
EASY SETUP
Audio Connection
9/9
Is this recorder connected to an amplifier (receiver)?
Select the type of jack you are using.
w Press ENTER when “Finish” appears.
Easy Setup is finished. All connections and setup
operations are complete.
Yes : LINE2 OUT(R-AUDIO-L)
Yes : DIGITAL OUT
No
EASY SETUP
Easy Setup is finished
s Press M/m to select the type of jack (if any)
you are using to connect to an amplifier
(receiver), then press ENTER.
Finish
Choose the item that matches the audio connection
through
).
A
D
A
To return to the previous step
• If you connect just a TV and nothing else, select “No,”
then go to step 23.
Press RETURN.
z Hints
B-1 C-1
• If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an MPEG audio decoder, set
“MPEG” to “MPEG” (see “AUDIO Settings” in the separate booklet
“Operating Instructions”).
• Select “Yes: LINE 2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L),” then go to
step 23.
B-2 C-2
D
• If you want to run Easy Setup again, select “Easy Setup” from “Setup”
in the System Menu.
• Select “Yes: DIGITAL OUT.” The Setup Display for
“Dolby Digital” appears.
Step 7: Easy Setup
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Setting the Clock
You must set the time and date on the recorder to use the timer
features properly.
The Auto Clock Set function works only if a station in your area
is broadcasting a time signal. If the Auto Clock Set function did
not set the clock correctly for your local area, try another station
for the Auto Clock Set function or set the clock manually.
Advanced
Hookups and
Settings
SYSTEM
MENU
</M/m/,,
ENTER
RETURN
Changing the station for the Auto
Clock Set function
a Press SYSTEM MENU.
The System Menu appears.
b Press M/m to select “SETUP,” then press
ENTER.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Easy Setup
c Press M/m to select “Settings,” then press
ENTER.
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SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
Features
Options
Language
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 23
Easy Setup
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 24
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d Press M/m to select “Clock,” then press
Setting the clock manually
ENTER.
Settings - Clock
a Press SYSTEM MENU.
Auto Adjust :
Off
1
The System Menu appears.
Present Time :
Sun 14. 9. 2003. 21:39
b Press M/m to select “SETUP,” then press
e Press M/m to select “Auto Adjust,” then press
ENTER.
ENTER.
Settings - Clock
SETUP
Auto Adjust :
Off
1
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Present Time :
Sun 14. 9. 2003. 21:39
Audio
Features
Options
Language
f Press M/m to select “On,” then press ,.
Easy Setup
g Press M/m repeatedly until the programme
position of the station that carries a time
signal appears, then press ENTER.
c Press M/m to select “Settings,” then press
ENTER.
Settings - Clock
Auto Adjust :
On
1
SETUP
Present Time :
Sun 14. 9. 2003. 21:39
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
If the recorder does not receive a time signal from
any station, “Auto Adjust” returns to “Off”
automatically and the menu for setting the clock
manually appears on the screen.
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Easy Setup
h Press SYSTEM MENU repeatedly to exit the
d Press M/m to select “Clock,” then press
menu.
ENTER.
Settings - Clock
To return to the previous step
Press RETURN.
Auto Adjust :
Off
1
Present Time :
Wed 1. 1. 2003. 00:00
z Hint
If you set “Auto Adjust” to “On,” the Auto Clock Set function is
activated whenever the recorder is turned off. The time is adjusted
automatically by receiving the time signal from the station displayed in
the “Auto Adjust” row.
e Press M/m to select “Auto Adjust,” then press
ENTER.
Settings - Clock
Auto Adjust :
Off
1
Present Time :
Wed 1. 1. 2003. 00:00
f Press M/m to select “Off,” then press
ENTER.
g Press M/m to select “Present Time,” then
press ENTER.
Clock - Present Time
Set the time and date manually.
1
2003 00:00
Wed 1
h Press M/m to set the day, then press ,.
Set the month, year, hour, and minutes in sequence.
Press </, to select the item to be set, then press
M/m to set the numbers. The day of the week is set
automatically.
i Press ENTER to start the clock.
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j Press SYSTEM MENU repeatedly to exit the
menu.
Presetting Channels
To return to the previous step
Press RETURN.
z Hint
To change the numbers in step 8, press < to return to the item to be
changed, and select the numbers by pressing M/m.
PROG +/–
SYSTEM
MENU
</M/m/,,
ENTER
RETURN
Presetting channels manually
If some channels could not be set using the Easy Setup function,
you can set them manually.
If there is no sound or if the picture is distorted, the wrong tuner
system may have been preset during Easy Setup. Set the correct
tuner system manually in the steps below.
a Press SYSTEM MENU.
The System Menu appears.
b Press M/m to select “SETUP,” then press
ENTER.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Easy Setup
c Press M/m to select “Settings,” then press
ENTER.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Easy Setup
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d Press M/m to select “Channel Setting,” then
l Press M/m to select “Audio,” then press
press ENTER.
ENTER.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 8
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 1
System :
BG
System :
BG
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
C2
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
C3
CDE
AAB
NICAM
Standard
Off
NICAM
e Press PROG +/– to select the programme
m Press M/m to select “NICAM,” then press
position.
ENTER.
Selected programme position
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 8
n To set another programme position, repeat
System :
BG
steps 5 through 13.
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
C2
CDE
Off
o Press SYSTEM MENU repeatedly to exit the
NICAM
menu.
f Press M/m to select “System,” then press
Receivable Channels
ENTER.
TV system
Channel coverage
E2 - E12 VHF
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 8
System :
BG
BG (West European
Countries, except those listed
below)
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
DK
Italia A – H VHF
E21 – E69 UHF
S1 – S20 CATV
S21 – S41 HYPER
S01 – S05 CATV
I
L
On
NICAM
g Press M/m to select an available TV system,
BG, DK, L, or I, then press ENTER.
DK (East European Countries) R1 – R12 VHF
E21 – E69 UHF
h Press M/m to select “Normal/CATV,” then
press ENTER.
S1 – S20 CATV
S21 – S41 HYPER
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 8
S01 – S05 CATV
System :
BG
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
L (France)
F2 – F10 VHF
CATV
CDE
Off
F21 – F69 UHF
NICAM
B – Q CATV
S21 – S41 HYPER
Ireland A – J VHF
South Africa 4 – 13 VHF
B21 – B69 UHF
S1 – S20 CATV
S21 – S41 HYPER
S01 – S05 CATV
i Press M/m to select “Normal,” then press
I (Great Britain/Ireland)
ENTER.
To set CATV (Cable Television) channels, select
“CATV.”
j Press M/m to select “Channel Set,” then press
ENTER.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 8
System :
BG
Normal
To return to the previous step
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Press RETURN.
C2
CDE
Off
z Hint
If the sound is not clear when listening to NICAM broadcasts, set
“Audio” explained above to “Standard.”
NICAM
k Press M/m repeatedly until the channel you
want is displayed, then press ENTER.
The channels are scanned in the order shown in the
table below.
If you know the number of the channel you want,
press the number buttons. For example, for channel
5, first press “0” and then press “5.” Then press
ENTER.
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h Press </, to get a clearer picture, then
If the picture is not clear
press ENTER.
If the Auto Fine Tuning (AFT) function does not effectively tune
the picture of a certain station, you will need to adjust the
pictures manually.
i Press SYSTEM MENU repeatedly to exit the
menu.
a Press PROG +/– or the number buttons to
select the programme position for which you
cannot obtain a clear picture.
To return to the previous step
Press RETURN.
Note
While adjusting the picture, the display may become difficult to read due
to interference from the picture being received.
b Press SYSTEM MENU.
The System Menu appears.
c Press M/m to select “SETUP,” then press
ENTER.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Easy Setup
d Press M/m to select “Settings,” then press
ENTER.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Easy Setup
e Press M/m to select “Channel Setting,” then
press ENTER.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 8
System :
BG
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
C2
CDE
Off
NICAM
f Press M/m to select “AFT,” then press
ENTER.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 8
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
C2
CDE
Off
On
AFT :
Off
g Press M/m to select “Off,” then press
ENTER.
The fine tuning bar appears.
Prog. 8
Fine Tuning
Presetting Channels
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d Press M/m to select “Channel List,” then
press ENTER.
Changing/Disabling the
Channels
Settings - Channel List
Prog
Channel
C3
Name
AAB
1
2
3
4
5
6
C5
FGH
C12
C21
C23
C24
After setting the channels, you can change the programme
positions. If any programme positions are unused or contain
unwanted channels, you can disable them.
PQR
You can also change the station names. If the station names are
not displayed, you can enter them manually.
e Press M/m to select the row containing the
programme position you want to change or
disable.
◆ To change
Press ENTER and go to step 6.
PROG +/–
◆ To disable
Press CLEAR and go to step 8. The disabled
positions will be skipped when you press the
PROG +/– buttons.
CLEAR
To display other pages for programme positions 7 to
99, press M/m repeatedly.
SYSTEM
MENU
f Press M/m until the selected channel row
moves to the desired programme position.
The selected channel is inserted at the new
programme position.
</M/m/,,
ENTER
RETURN
Settings - Channel List
Prog
Channel
C3
Name
AAB
1
2
3
4
5
6
C12
C21
C5
FGH
PQR
Changing or disabling programme
positions
C23
C24
g Press ENTER to confirm the setting.
a Press SYSTEM MENU.
The System Menu appears.
h To change or disable the programme position
of another station, repeat steps 5 through 8.
b Press M/m to select “SETUP,” then press
ENTER.
i Press SYSTEM MENU repeatedly to exit the
menu.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
To return to the previous step
Press RETURN.
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Easy Setup
Note
Be sure to select the programme position you want to disable correctly.
If you disable a programme position by mistake, you need to reset that
c Press M/m to select “Settings,” then press
ENTER.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Easy Setup
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◆ To enter a character
Changing the station names
A Press </M/m/, to move the cursor to the
right of the screen and select “A”(upper case),
“a”(lower case), or “Symbol,” then press
ENTER.
You can change or enter a station name (up to 5 characters). The
recorder must receive channel information (for instance,
SMARTLINK information) for station names to appear
automatically.
B Press </M/m/, to select the character you
want to enter, then press ENTER.
The selected character appears at the top of the
display.
a Press SYSTEM MENU.
The System Menu appears.
C Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter all of the
b Press M/m to select “SETUP,” then press
characters for the station name.
ENTER.
◆ To erase a character
A Press </M/m/, to move the cursor to the
SETUP
input row.
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
B Press </, to move the cursor to the right of
Audio
Features
Options
Language
the character you want to erase.
C Press </M/m/, to select “Back,” then press
Easy Setup
ENTER.
◆ To insert a character
c Press M/m to select “Settings,” then press
A Press </M/m/, to move the cursor to the
ENTER.
input row.
B Press </M/m/, to move the cursor to the
right of the point where you want to insert a
character.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
C Press </M/m/, to select the character you
Features
Options
Language
want to insert, then press ENTER.
◆ To erase all of the characters
Press </M/m/, to select “Clear All,” then
press ENTER.
Easy Setup
d Press M/m to select “Channel Setting,” then
For details, see “Guide to Displays” in the separate
booklet “Operating Instructions”.
press ENTER.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 1
g Press </M/m/, to select “Finish,” then
System :
BG
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
C3
press ENTER.
AAB
Off
h Press SYSTEM MENU repeatedly to exit the
NICAM
menu.
e Press PROG +/– to select the programme
position for which you want to change or
enter a station name.
To return to the previous step
Press RETURN.
f Press M/m to select “Station Name,” then
press ENTER.
The display for entering characters appears.
Input Station Name:
AAB
"A"
1
2
3
4
5
.
,
-
C
F
I
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
M
P
N
Q
U
X
0
O
R
V
Y
6
S
8
Z
"a"
A
D
G
J
B
E
H
K
Back
Clear All
Space
7
9
Symbol
T
W
Cancel
Finish
L
Changing/Disabling the Channels
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To operate the TV/DVD button
Controlling Your TV or AV
Amplifier (Receiver)
(for SCART connections only)
The TV/DVD button switches between the recorder and the last
input source selected on the TV. Point your remote at the
recorder when using this button. The button works even if the
TV/DVD switch is set to DVD.
When you connect the recorder to the TV via the SCART
(EURO AV) jacks, the input source for the TV is set to the
recorder automatically when you start playback. To watch
another source, press the TV/DVD button to switch the TV’s
input source.
You can control your TV with the supplied remote by adjusting
the remote control’s signal.
If you connected the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you
can also control the volume with the supplied remote.
Code numbers of controllable TVs
TV/DVD switch
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.
"/1
Manufacturer
Sony
Code number
PROG +/–
01 (default)
01 (default)
11
Number buttons,
-/--
Aiwa
2 +/–
Grundig
Hitachi
Loewe
t
24
08, 45
15, 16, 69
17, 49
06, 07, 08
12, 13
06, 22, 23
25
TV/DVD
Nokia
Panasonic
Philips
Saba
Notes
Samsung
Sanyo
• Depending on the connected unit, you may not be able to control your
TV or AV amplifier (receiver) with some or all of the buttons below.
• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered
will be erased.
Sharp
29
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be
reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number again.
Telefunken
Thomson
Toshiba
36
43
38
Controlling TVs with the remote
a Slide the TV/DVD switch to TV.
b Hold down [/1.
c Enter your TV’s manufacturer code (see
“Code numbers of controllable TVs” below)
using the number buttons.
d Release [/1.
When the TV/DVD switch is set to TV, the remote
performs the following:
[/1
Turns your TV on or off
2 (volume) +/–
(wide mode)
Adjusts the volume of your TV
Switches to or from the wide mode of a
wide-screen TV
t (TV/video)
Switches your TV’s input source
PROG +/–,
Selects the programme position on
Number buttons, -/--* your TV
* If you use number buttons to select the TV’s programme position,
press -/-- followed by the number buttons for two-digit numbers.
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Controlling the volume of your AV
amplifier (receiver) with the remote
Connecting a VCR or
Similar Recording Device
to the LINE3 Jack
a Slide the TV/DVD switch to DVD.
You can use this recorder as the source player or as the recording
deck. See “Recording From Equipment Connected to the LINE
IN Jacks” in the separate booklet “Operating Instructions”
when connecting to the LINE 2 IN or LINE 4 IN jacks.
Disconnect the recorder’s mains lead from the mains when
connecting the VCR or recording device.
b Hold down [/1, and enter the manufacturer
code (see the table below) for your AV
amplifier (receiver) using the number
buttons.
c Release [/1.
The 2 (volume) +/– buttons control the AV
amplifier’s volume.
How to connect to record
Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 3/
DECODER jack of this recorder. Then press INPUT SELECT to
select “L3.” You are ready to start recording.
◆ If you want to control the TV’s volume
Slide the TV/DVD switch to TV.
If you are using this recorder as the recording deck, see
“Recording from Equipment Connected to the LINE IN jacks” in
the separate booklet “Operating Instructions.”
If you are using this recorder as the source player, refer to the
instructions of the connected device for recording instructions.
z Hint
If you want to control the TV’s volume even when the TV/DVD switch
is set to DVD, repeat the steps above and enter the code number 90
(default).
Code numbers of controllable AV amplifiers
TV
(receivers)
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at
a time until you find the one that works with your AV amplifier
(receiver).
to SCART
(EURO AV) input
Manufacturer
Sony
Code number
80, 88, 89, 91
84, 85, 86
92, 93
SCART (EURO AV)
cord (not supplied)
Denon
Kenwood
Onkyo
VCR
81, 82, 83
99
Pioneer
Sansui
87
Technics
Yamaha
97, 98
94, 95, 96
to i
LINE1-TV
to i LINE
3/DECODER
Note
DVD recorder
If you cannot control the volume of your Sony AV amplifier (receiver)
with the remote, try entering the code number 91, and change the
command mode of your amplifier (receiver) to “COMMAND MODE
[AV1]” (not all amplifiers have this option).
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
~
AC IN
Y
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
C
B
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
CR
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
See the instructions supplied with your amplifier (receiver) to change the
command mode.
z Hint
If you are using another recorder with S VIDEO and AUDIO IN/OUT
jacks, you can connect those jacks to this recorder’s S VIDEO and R-
AUDIO-L IN/OUT jacks.
Notes
• If you pass the recorder signals via the VCR, you may not receive a
clear image on the TV screen.
DVD recorder
VCR
TV
• SMARTLINK features are not available for devices connected via the
DVD recorder’s LINE 3/DECODER jack.
• Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying
cannot be recorded.
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• When you record to a VCR from this DVD recorder, do not switch the
input source to TV by pressing the TV/DVD button on the remote.
• If you disconnect the recorder’s AC power cord, you will not be able
to view the signals from the connected VCR.
Connecting to a Satellite or
Digital Tuner
Connect a satellite or digital tuner to this recorder using the
LINE 3/DECODER jack. Disconnect the recorder’s mains lead
from the mains when connecting the tuner.
TV
to SCART
(EURO AV) input
SCART (EURO AV)
cord (not supplied)
Satellite tuner, etc.
to i
to i LINE
LINE1-TV
3/DECODER
DVD recorder
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
~
AC IN
Y
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
C
B
OUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
CR
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
If the satellite tuner can output RGB signals
This recorder accepts RGB signals. If the satellite tuner can
output RGB signals, connect the TV SCART connector on the
satellite tuner to the LINE 3/DECODER jack, and set “Line3
Input” of “Scart Setting” to “Video/RGB.” see “VIDEO
Settings” in the separate booklet “Operating Instructions.”
Note that this connection and setup disables the SMARTLINK
function.
If you want to use the Synchro Rec function
This connection is necessary to use the Synchronized Recording
function. see “Recording from External Equipment with a Timer
(Synchro Rec)” in the separate booklet “Operating
Instructions.”
Set “Line3 Input” of “Scart Setting” according to the
specifications of your satellite tuner. Refer to your satellite
tuner’s instructions for more information.
◆If you are using a B Sky B tuner
Be sure to connect the tuner’s VCR SCART jack to the LINE 3/
DECODER jack. Then set “Line3 Input” of “Scart Setting” according to
the specifications of the VCR SCART jack on your satellite tuner.
Notes
• Do not set “Line3 Input” of “Scart Setting” in “Video” to “Decoder.”
• Synchronized Recording does not work with some tuners. For details,
refer to the tuner’s operating instructions.
• If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will not be able to
view the signals from the connected tuner.
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a Press SYSTEM MENU.
The System Menu appears.
Connecting a PAY-TV/
Canal Plus Decoder
b Press M/m to select “SETUP,” then press
ENTER.
You can watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes if
you connect a decoder (not supplied) to the recorder. Disconnect
the recorder’s mains lead from the mains when connecting the
decoder.
SETUP
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Easy Setup
Connecting a decoder
TV
c Press M/m to select “Video,” then press
Aerial cable
(supplied)
ENTER.
to AERIAL IN
SETUP
to SCART
(EURO AV) input
Settings
Video
TV Type :
16 : 9
Auto
Off
Pause Mode :
Component Out :
Scart Setting
Line4 input :
Audio
Features
Options
Video
SCART (EURO AV)
PAY-TV/Canal
cord (not supplied)
Plus decoder
Easy Setup
to AERIAL
OUT
d Press M/m to select “Scart Setting,” then
press ENTER.
SCART (EURO AV)
to i
cord (not supplied)
LINE1-TV
Video - Scart Setting
Line1 Output
Video
Line3 Input
Video/RGB
Video/RGB
Decoder
Line3 Output
Video
to i LINE 3/DECODER
Video
S Video
Video
DVD recorder
Video
S Video
S Video
RGB
S Video
Video
LINE
1
-
TV
LINE 3/DECODER
AERIAL
IN
~
AC IN
S Video
S Video
Video
Y
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
LINE
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
4
IN
LINE
R-AUDIO-L
2
OUT
C
B
UT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
Video/RGB
C
R
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PCM/DTS/MPEG/
DOLBY DIGITAL
e Press M/m to select “Video” or “RGB” for
“Line1 Output,” “Decoder” for “Line3
Input” and “Video” for “Line3 Output,”
then press ENTER.
Video Setup appears again.
Setting PAY-TV/Canal Plus channels
To watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes, set your
recorder to receive the channels using the on-screen display.
In order to set the channels correctly, be sure to follow all of the
steps below.
f Press RETURN to return the cursor to the
left column.
g Press M/m to select “Settings,” then press
ENTER.
SETUP
PROG +/–
Settings
Video
Channel Setting
Channel List
Clock
Audio
Features
Options
Language
Easy Setup
SYSTEM
MENU
</M/m/,,
ENTER
RETURN
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h Press M/m to select “Channel Setting,” then
o Press M/m to select the PAY-TV/Canal Plus
press ENTER.
channel, then press ENTER.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 8
p Press M/m to select “PAY-TV/CANAL+,”
System :
BG
then press ENTER.
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
C2
CDE
Off
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 6
System :
BG
NICAM
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
C24
PQR
i Press PROG +/– to select the desired
On
programme position.
Off
Selected programme position
q Press M/m to select “On,” then press ENTER.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 6
System :
BG
r Press SYSTEM MENU repeatedly to exit the
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
C24
menu.
PQR
Off
NICAM
To return to the previous step
j Press M/m to select “System,” then press
Press RETURN.
ENTER.
Notes
• When you set “Line3 Input” to “Decoder” in step 5 above, you will not
be able to select “L3” because Line 3 will become a dedicated line for
the decoder.
• If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will not be able to
view the signals from the connected decoder.
k Press M/m to select an available TV system,
BG, DK, L, or I, then press ENTER.
To receive broadcasts in France, select L.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 6
System :
BG
Normal / CATV
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
DK
I
L
On
NICAM
l Press M/m to select “Normal/CATV,” then
press ENTER.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 6
System :
BG
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
Normal
CATV
PQR
Off
NICAM
m Press M/m to select “Normal,” then press
ENTER.
To preset CATV (Cable Television) channels, select
“CATV.”
n Press M/m to select “Channel Set,” then press
ENTER.
Settings - Channel Setting
Prog. 6
System :
BG
Normal
Normal / CATV :
Channel Set :
Station Name :
Pay - TV / CANAL+ :
Audio :
C24
PQR
Off
NICAM
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R
Index
S
Words in quotations appear in the
on-screen displays.
Numerics
T
A
V
B
C
Connecting
D
E
L
M
N
O
P
When you have finished with hookups and settings, refer to the
Operating Instructions for further instructions.
“Troubleshooting,” “Specifications,” and “Guide to Parts and
Controls” can also be found in the Operating Instructions.
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