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4-679-184-11(1)
Video Recorder
Operating Instructions
PEGA-VR100K
2003 Sony Corporation
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– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. WARNING – Increase the separation between the equipment To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the and receiver. unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to different from that to which the receiver is qualified personnel only. connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV This Class B digital apparatus complies with technicia
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• Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the Before use software or the manual accompanying it in Caution whole or in part, or renting the software IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR without the permission of the copyright holder. ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR • In no event will SONY be liable for any CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER financial damages, or loss of profits, including DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT claims made by third parties, arising out of the LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF use of th
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On placement Copyrights • Place the Video Recorder in a location with • Television programs, films, video tapes, discs, adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in and other materials may be copyrighted. the Video Recorder. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of copyright laws. • Do not place the Video Recorder in a confined Also, use of this Video Recorder with cable space such as a bookshelf or similar unit. television transmission may require • Do no
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10. Protect the power cord from being walked on, rolled over, or pinched, particularly at the plug, convenience receptacle, and point of exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when un
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Table of contents WARNING ............................................. 2 Operations Before use ............................................... 3 Setting a Timer REC Preset .................. 26 Precautions ............................................. 3 Guide to the Video Utility screen ........................................ 26 Getting Started Setting a timer REC preset ........... 28 Features................................................... 7 Editing/deleting a timer REC Unpacking.........
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Getting Started Getting Started Features This Video Recorder contains a TV tuner and can record a TV program on “Memory Stick” media. 1 Insert a “Memory Stick” media into your CLIÉ handheld. 2 Set the timer REC preset* on your CLIÉ handheld. Video Recorder CLIÉ handheld “Memory Stick” media 3 Insert a “Memory Stick” media into the Video Recorder. The timer REC preset on your CLIÉ handheld is automatically set on the Video Recorder. 4 Record a TV program. 5 Play the program using a Movie Player s
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Notes • You have to install Video Utility on your CLIÉ handheld from the supplied Installation CD-ROM to set a timer REC preset. • You cannot use this Video Recorder to play back recordings made on “Memory Stick” media. • When you insert or remove a “Memory Stick” media or press any button on the Video Recorder, hold the Video Recorder with your hand to keep it steady. z Hints • The Video Recorder has LINE IN jacks, for recording pictures from other equipment. • Although the Video Recorder conta
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Getting Started Unpacking Please check that all the following accessories are included in the package before you start setting up the Video Recorder. If any item is missing, contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center or the Sony dealer where you bought this Video Recorder. • Video Recorder (1) • Stand (1) • Antenna cable (75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors) (1) • AC power adapter (1) • Audio/video cable (1) (including AC cord) • Installation CD-ROM (1) • Operating Instructions
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Guide to Parts Front panel 1 POWER indicator 6 z REC Lights up in green after blinking Starts recording. momentarily after the power has been 7 x STOP turned on. Stops recording. 2 1 (power) 8 Front panel display Turns the Video Recorder on and off. 9 “Memory Stick” media indicator 3 Display Lights up in orange when recording Changes the information of the front onto a “Memory Stick” media. panel display as follows: 0 “Memory Stick” slot TimetRemaining timetChanneltREC Mode Insert a “Memory Stic
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Getting Started Front panel display 1 CLOCK : The “Memory Stick” media is not formatted properly for use with Lights up when displaying the current this Video Recorder. time. : “Memory Stick” media is not 2 OFF TIMER inserted. Lights up when OFF TIMER : The “Memory Stick” media is not recording is activated. being read correctly. 3 REMAIN : The “Memory Stick” media is Lights up when displaying the write protected. remaining time of a recording. : “Memory Stick” media is 4 Displays the “Memory St
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Basic Hookups and Settings Quick Overview This quick overview will give you enough information to start using the Video Recorder. Step 1: Connecting the Antenna Cable (page 13) Connecting the VHF/UHF IN jack on the Video Recorder to the signal source from your wall Step 2: Connecting to Other Equipment with the Audio/ Video Cable (page 17) Connecting other equipment to the Video Recorder (depending on your equipment) Step 3: Connecting the AC Power Adapter (page 18) Connecting the AC power adapt
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Basic Hookups and Settings Step 1: Connecting the Antenna Cable Select one of the following antenna hookups to record a TV program: Hookup 1 For antenna only (page 14) Hookup 2 For a connected signal source from your wall to your TV or VCR (page 14) Hookup 3 For a cable box (page 15) Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that th
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Hookup 1: Connecting the antenna only Use this hookup to connect a VHF/UHF antenna (or separate VHF and UHF antennas) to the video recorder. Use an antenna cable to connect the signal source coming from your wall to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the Video Recorder. Video Recorder Antenna cable (supplied) Wall To VHF/UHF IN Signal source Notes • If your antenna is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), use an external antenna connector (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the Video Recorder. • If y
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Basic Hookups and Settings 3 Use the supplied antenna cable to connect the splitter’s other output jack to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the Video Recorder. When connecting a TV and VCR Video Recorder Antenna cable (supplied) Splitter (not supplied) Antenna cable (not supplied) Wall To VHF/UHF IN Antenna cable (not supplied) VCR VHF/UHF IN To VHF/UHF IN TV Signal source For details on the connections above, refer to the operating instructions of your VCR or TV. Hookup 3: Connecting to a cable box Use t
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3 Use an antenna cable (not supplied) to connect the splitter’s other output jack to the RF IN on your cable box. 4 Use the supplied antenna cable to connect the RF OUT on your cable box to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the Video Recorder. Antenna cable (not supplied) Splitter (not supplied) TV Antenna cable (not supplied) Wall Antenna cable (not supplied) RF Cable box IN To RF IN OUT Video Recorder Signal source Antenna cable (supplied) To VHF/UHF IN 16
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Basic Hookups and Settings Step 2: Connecting to Other Equipment with the Audio/Video Cable If you want to input or output signals to other equipment (e.g., a TV, VCR, or satellite receiver) using the audio/video cable (supplied), refer to the following connections. Note When connecting a cable, make sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks on the equipment. Connecting to a TV with the Audio/Video Cable (Output a signal to the TV) When you connect to a TV, you can do the follo
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Connecting a VCR or satellite receiver (Input a signal from other equipment) When you connect to other equipment, you can do the following: • Record a signal from other equipment (VCR or satellite receiver, etc.) Connect the Video Recorder to the other equipment with the audio/video cable (supplied). When you want to input a signal from the other equipment, connect LINE IN on the Video Recorder to OUTPUT on the other equipment. Video Recorder VCR or satellite receiver, etc. Audio/video cable To
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Basic Hookups and Settings 1 Connect the AC power adapter to the DC IN connector of the Video Recorder. 2 Connect the AC cord to the AC power adapter (1), then plug the AC cord into a wall outlet (2). Notes • The clock blinks in the front panel display when you turn on the Video Recorder for the first time. • For details on setting the clock, refer to “Step 5: Setting the Clock” on page 20. When installing the Video Recorder vertically You can install the Video Recorder vertically when you att
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Step 4: Turning the Video Recorder on and off Press 1 (power) on the Video Recorder. The Video Recorder turns on, and the POWER indicator blinks momentarily and then stays lit in green. The Video Recorder cannot be operated while the POWER indicator is blinking. Turning off the Video Recorder Press 1 (power) on the Video Recorder. Step 5: Setting the Clock Follow this procedure to set the clock. 1 Press 1 (power) on the Video Recorder. The Video Recorder turns on, and the POWER indicator blinks
