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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=right
manual\DTP\2689634111\GB01COV-
CEK.fm
2-689-634-11(1)
Hard Disk Recorder
SVR-S500
Operating Instructions
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© 2006 Sony Corporation
SVR-S500
2-689-634-11(1)
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=left manual\DTP\2689634111\GB02WAR-CEK.fm Precautions � The supplied AC adaptor must be Important WARNING used to power this recorder. Check that the AC adaptor operating Information voltage is identical with your local To reduce the risk of fire or electric power supply. shock, do not expose this apparatus to � To prevent fire or shock hazard, do rain or moisture. Should you experience a problem with not place objects filled with liquids, To avoid
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=right manual\DTP\2689634111\GB02WAR-CEK.fm � If the hard disk needs to be formatted Copyrights or replaced, it will be done at the � Television programmes, films, video Precautions discretion of Sony. All contents of tapes, discs, and other materials may the hard disk drive will be erased, be copyrighted. Unauthorized including contents that violate This equipment has been tested and recording of such material may be copyright laws. found to compl
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=left manual\DTP\2689634111\GB02WAR-CEK.fm On adjusting volume Do not turn up the volume while Notes About This listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you Recorder do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played. On operation On cleaning � If the recorder is brought directly Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls from a cold to a warm location, or is with a soft cloth slightly moistened placed i
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=right manual\DTP\2689634111\GB01TOC-CEK.fm Table of Contents Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Notes About This Re
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=left manual\DTP\2689634111\GB01TOC-CEK.fm Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Before Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Timer Recording (Standard/TV Guide) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Setting the timer manually (Standard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Hookups and Settings D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=right manual\DTP\2689634111\GB04BAS-CEK.fm Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Recorder Follow steps 1 through 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder. Do not connect the mains lead until you reach “Step 4: Connecting the Mains Lead” on page 10. b Notes � See “Specifications” (page 49) for a list of supplied accessories. � Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. � Refer to the instructions supplied with the componen
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=left manual\DTP\2689634111\GB04BAS-CEK.fm Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords Connecting your TV Connect LINE 1 - TV on the recorder and the Scart (EURO-AV) connector on the TV with the optional SCART cord. Hard disk recorder to LINE 1 - TV SCART cord (not supplied) to SCART input TV : Signal flow b Note When playing “wide screen” images When you connect the recorder to your TV via the Some recorded images may not fit your TV SCART jacks, the TV’s inpu
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Hookups and Settings D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=right manual\DTP\2689634111\GB04BAS-CEK.fm Connecting a VCR or Similar Device After disconnecting the mains lead from the mains, connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 2 - VCR / STB jack of this recorder. TV VCR SCART cord (not supplied) to SCART input to LINE 1 - TV to LINE 2 - VCR / STB Hard disk recorder b Notes � Be sure to connect your VCR to the Hard disk recorder and your TV in the order shown below. To watch v
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=left manual\DTP\2689634111\GB04BAS-CEK.fm Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords You can improve sound quality by connecting a stereo system to the AUDIO OUT R-L jacks as shown below. Hard disk recorder to AUDIO L-R to Line IN Audio cord (not supplied) z Hint For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components. Step 4: Connecting the Mains Lead Hard disk recorder 2 AC Adapter Power Cord to DC IN 12V to mai
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Hookups and Settings D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=right manual\DTP\2689634111\GB04BAS-CEK.fm Controlling TVs with the remote Step 5: Preparing the You can adjust the remote’s signal to control your Remote TV. You can control the recorder using the supplied b Notes remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by � Depending on the connected unit, you may not be able matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the to control your TV with some or all of the buttons markings inside t
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=left manual\DTP\2689634111\GB04BAS-CEK.fm 2 With the TV [/1 button pressed down, If you have more than one Sony enter the TV’s manufacturer code using the number buttons. Hard Disk Recorder For instance, to enter “09,” press “0” then “9.” If the supplied remote interferes with your other After you enter the last number, release the Sony Hard Disk recorder, set the command mode TV [/1 button. number for this recorder and the supplied remote Code numb
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Hookups and Settings D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=right manual\DTP\2689634111\GB04BAS-CEK.fm 5 Select “Command Mode.” Step 6: Auto Tuning (Full SETUP 12:15 Features Setting Channel Scan) Record Subtitles Off Subtitle Language English Interactivity On Sleep Timer 0 Once the Sony Hard Disk recorder has been Front Panel On connected to the mains for the first time, follow Command Mode HDD 1 Format HDD the on-screen instructions to enable the recorder to Factory Setup start searching
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=left manual\DTP\2689634111\GB05HOW-CEK.fm Using the PROG LIST button Four Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your Hard Disk Recorder The programme list provides a quick and easy way to: 1. Changing Channels � View the list of all available channels. � Move to another channel. This section introduces the basic operation to view all the current available programmes that have 1 Press PROG LIST to display the been tuned to your Hard Disk Recorder. program
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Four Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your Hard Disk Recorder D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=right manual\DTP\2689634111\GB05HOW-CEK.fm 2 Press H to resume watching the programme from the point at which you 2. Pausing a TV Broadcast pressed X. (TV Pause) To fast rewind or fast forward TV pause When the recorder is switched on, it automatically Press / while a broadcast is paused or after stores in a buffer memory the last 30 minutes of you resumed playback. Pressing this buttons
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=left manual\DTP\2689634111\GB05HOW-CEK.fm To record two programmes at the same time Once you have set a recording, select another 3. Recording a Programme channel and follow Step 1 above to (One Touch Recording) simultaneously record a second programme. z Hint This section introduces the basic operation to � If you do not want to watch TV while recording, you record the current TV programme to the hard disk can turn off the TV. (HDD). For an explanati
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Four Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your Hard Disk Recorder D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=right manual\DTP\2689634111\GB05HOW-CEK.fm B Scenes: When recordings are stored to the hard disk, 4. Playing the Recorded thumbnail pictures are automatically Programme (Title List) generated at 5 minute intervals throughout the programme and displayed in the Title List display for enhanced navigation. Each To play a recorded title, select the title from the snapshot displayed represents
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=left manual\DTP\2689634111\GB05HOW-CEK.fm To add new scenes 2 Press YELLOW “Rename”. The “Rename Recording” menu appears. You can add new scenes during the playback of a recording to create further indexing for more TITLE LIST 12:15 accurate navigation. HDD Usage: 17.4/80GB Recordings List Date Duration 1 Press TITLE LIST in stop mode. Hobbies and Interests EP Tue 07/02 115 min Rename Recording - ENTER to commit or RETURN to exit Football Essentials SP Su
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Four Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your Hard Disk Recorder D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=right manual\DTP\2689634111\GB05HOW-CEK.fm Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information You can view the playing time and title information of the current playback on the TV screen. DISPLAY Press DISPLAY during playback. The play time and title timeline appears on top of the background pictures: 0 02:06:51 Channel 4 00:48:32 A Play mode B Title name C Total duration of the title D Playi
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D:\DVR project\Instruction master page=left manual\DTP\2689634111\GB06DIG-CEK.fm 1 Press the GUIDE button to display the TV listing (Electronic Programme Guide). Guide to Digital Services This displays your custom list of channels and shows programme information. Example of TV Guide (GUIDE) display: b Important Notice � Digital Services availability depends on the broadcaster. SETUP 12:15 � Digital Services are not instantly available when the Time Programme DDE news Tuesday 07/0
