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Getting Started Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander Inserting the batteries Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. Insert the negative (–) end first, then push in and down until the positive (+) end clicks into position. Reattach the cover after inserting the batteries. continued US Setting up the remote commander 11
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Using the remote commander You can use this remote commander to operate Remote sensor this DVD-VCR and a Sony TV. Buttons on the remote commander marked with an orange dot (�) can be used to operate your Sony TV. If the TV does not have the symbol near the remote sensor, this remote commander will not operate the TV. TV / DVD·VIDEO switch SELECT VIDEO SELECT DVD To operate Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch to the DVD player DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD and point at the remote sensor at the D
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Getting Started Controlling TVs with the remote commander You can use this remote to operate your Sony TV. Use the buttons marked with an orange dot (�). When the TV / DVD·VIDEO switch is set to TV, the remote performs the following: Buttons Operations ?/1 Turns a Sony TV on or off. VOL +/– Adjusts the volume of a Sony TV. CH +/– Selects the channel on a Sony TV. Number buttons and ENTER Selects the channel on a Sony TV. MUTING Mutes a Sony TV equipped with the muting function. TV/VIDEO Switch
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Step 3 : Basic hookups This section explains the basic hookups for connecting to the TV and the connection to record from a connected equipment. Be sure to connect the power cord only after all connections are complete. Before you get started This DVD-VCR does not have a TV tuner. To record TV programs, connect this unit to the cable box or satellite receiver with audio/video outputs (page 16). If you have been using your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this DVD-VCR to your VCR using
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Getting Started Connecting to your TV Connect the TV and DVD-VCR using the supplied audio/video cord. See “Advanced Hookups for the DVD Player” (page 21, 22) for hookup methods that will optimize the picture and sound for a true “hometheater” experiences. If you want to record cable TV programs, complete these connections first, and then go to the following pages for cable hookups. DVD-VCR to LINE OUT Audio/video cord (supplied) TV : Signal flow Note � When the connected TV has only monaural
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Connecting a cable box or satellite receiver With this hookup, you can record any channel on the cable box or satellite receiver. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on. To watch cable or satellite channel, you need to match the DVD-VCR’s input source (L1) to the input jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE IN 1). Tip � You can also connect a cable box or satellite receiver using the LINE-2 IN jacks on the front panel (page 84). Note � The DVD-VC
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Getting Started After you have completed hookup… After you have completed hookup, plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet. If you connect additional equipment to this DVD-VCR (page 21, 22), be sure to connect the power cord only after all connections are complete. DVD-VCR AC power cord to AC outlet US Basic hookups 17
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Step 4 : Selecting a language You can change the on-screen display language. SET UP Before you start… � Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. � Set the TV to video input so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. V/v �Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch to ENTER DVD·VIDEO on the remote. � If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback. Press SET UP, then press V/v to select 1 (OPTION) and press ENTER. Press V/v to select “Language”, then pre
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Getting Started Step 5 : Setting the clock You must set the clock on the DVD-VCR to use the timer features properly. SET UP Before you start… � Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. � Set the TV to video input so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. �Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch to DVD·VIDEO on the remote. � If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the V/v/B/b ENTER DVD playback. Press SET UP, then press V/v to select 1 (OPTION) and press ENT
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Press ENTER to confirm the setting. 4 Press SET UP to exit the menu. 5 Note � The clock display appears in the display window when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is turned off. US 20 Setting the clock
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Operating Instructions US
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Manual de instrucciones
For customers in the USA
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WARNING Notes about discs To reduce the risk of fire or For customers in the U.S.A electric shock, do not expose Owner’s Record this apparatus to rain or � To keep the disc clean, The model and serial numbers are moisture. handle the disc by its edge. located at the rear of the unit. To avoid electrical shock, do Record the serial number in the Do not touch the surface. not open the cabinet. Refer space provided below. Refer to servicing to qualified them whenever you call upon your
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On adjusting volume Do not turn up the volume while listening to a Precautions section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged On safety when a peak level section is played. � To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place On cleaning objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft apparatus. cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent � Should any solid object or liquid fall into the so
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Copyright Important Safety Instructions � Television programs, films, video tapes and 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. other materials may be copyrighted. 3 Heed all warnings. Unauthorized recording of such material may be 4 Follow all instructions. contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. Also, use of this recorder with cable television 6 Clean only with dry cloth. transmission may require authorization from the 7 Do not
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Table of contents 2 WARNING 2 Notes about discs 3 Precautions 7 About this manual 7 This player can play the following discs Getting Started 10 Step 1 : Unpacking 11 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander 14 Step 3 : Basic hookups 18 Step 4 : Selecting a language 19 Step 5 : Setting the clock Advanced Hookups for the DVD Player 21 Component Video hookup 22 A/V Receiver hookup Basic Operations 24 Playing discs 28 Guide to the on-screen display 31 Playing a tape 35 Recording from a connected
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DVD Additional Operations 55 Using the DVD’s menu 56 Zooming into a scene 57 Changing the angles 59 Displaying the subtitle 61 Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play) 65 Changing the sound 67 Virtual surround setting 69 Playing an MP3 audio track 75 Playing JPEG image files 79 Playing VIDEO CDs with “PBC ON/OFF” Functions VCR Additional Operations 81 Quick Timer Recording 82 Searching using various functions 84 Editing with another VCR Additional Inform
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About this manual This player can play the following discs � This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can Format of discs also be performed using the buttons on the DVD VIDEO DVD-VCR having the same or similar names. � “DVD” may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, and DVD+RWs/ DVD-RW/-R DVD+Rs. � The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below: Icon Meaning DVD+RW/+R Functions available for DVD VIDEOs and DVD-R
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Region code Notes about DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs or Your player has a region code printed on the back CD-Rs/CD-RWs of the unit and only will play DVD VIDEO discs (playback only) labeled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights. Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD- Rs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs cannot be played on this ALL DVDs labeled will also play on this player. player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the
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Note on DualDiscs A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed. US This player can play the following discs 9
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Getting Started Step 1 : Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR: � Remote commander � Audio/video cord � Size AA (R6) batteries Note � The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR. US 10 Unpacking
