Sony RDR-GX210 Manuale Utente

2-633-210-12(1)© 2005 Sony CorporationDVD RecorderOperating InstructionsRDR-GX210

10Playable discsNote about CDsThe recorder can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the following formats:• music CD format• video CD format• MP3 aud

11Note on playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/VIDEO CDsSome playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers.

12Hookups and SettingsHooking Up the RecorderFollow steps 1 to 6 to hook up the recorder, and step 7 to make the initial settings for the recorder (pa

13Hookups and SettingsStep 2: Connecting the Aerial CableConnect the aerial cable by following the steps below. Do not connect the mains lead until yo

14Step 3: Connecting the Video CordsSelect one of the following patterns A through C, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV

15Hookups and SettingsA Connecting to a video input jackConnect using the video cord (supplied) to the yellow LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack. You will enjoy s

16Step 4: Connecting the Audio CordsSelect one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV ampl

17Hookups and SettingsA Connecting to audio L/R input jacksThis connection will use your TV’s or stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two speakers for soun

18Step 5: Connecting the Mains LeadPlug the recorder and TV mains leads (power cords) into the mains. After you connect the mains lead, you must wait

19Hookups and SettingsControlling TVs with the remoteYou can adjust the remote’s signal to control your TV.If you connected the recorder to an AV ampl

2WARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicin

20Controlling the volume of your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote1 Slide the TV/DVD switch to DVD.2 Hold down [/1, and enter the manufacturer c

21Hookups and SettingsStep 7: Initial SetupUse the Setup Displays to make the initial settings for using the recorder. Complete the initial setup in t

222 Press M/m to select [OSD] (on-screen display), and press ,.3 Press M/m to select a language, and press ENTER.The on-screen language changes to the

23Hookups and SettingsConnecting a VCR or Similar DeviceAfter disconnecting the recorder’s mains lead from the mains, connect a VCR or similar recordi

24Connecting to the LINE 1 IN or LINE 2 IN jacksConnect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 1 IN or LINE 2 IN jacks of this recorder. If you

25Hookups and SettingsConnecting to a Satellite or Digital TunerConnect a satellite or digital tuner to this recorder using the LINE 1 IN jacks. Disco

26Basic OperationInserting and Formatting a DiscWhen you first insert a new disc, the recorder will ask you to format the disc. Follow the steps below

27Basic OperationRecording a Programme to a DiscThis section introduces the basic operation to record the current TV programme to a disc. For details

28Viewing the Recorded Programme (Title List)The titles of programmes recorded on a disc are displayed in the Title List, which also displays disc inf

29Basic OperationTo change a title thumbnail pictureYou can select a favourite scene for the thumbnail picture shown in the Title List menu.1 Play a t

3On recording• Note that the contents of the recording cannot be compensated for under any and all conditions, including conditions that may arise due

30Checking the Playback Information and Playing TimeYou can check the playback information and remaining time displayed on the TV screen or the front

31Basic OperationNotes• Playing time of MP3 audio tracks may not be displayed correctly.• If you create a Playlist title longer than “13:15:21,” the d

324 Select [Title Name] and press ENTER.The display for entering characters appears. The default title name is displayed in the input row.•Press </

33Basic OperationLabelling and Protecting a DiscLabelling a discA disc is automatically labelled as its disc type. You can change the disc name (up to

34Playing a DVD on Other Equipment (Finalize)Finalizing is necessary when you play discs recorded with this recorder on other DVD equipment.When you f

35Basic Operationz HintYou can check whether the disc has been finalized or not. If you cannot select [Finalize] in step 5 above, the disc has already

36RecordingBefore RecordingBefore you start recording…• This recorder can record on various discs. Select the disc type according to your needs (page

37RecordingUnrecordable picturesPictures with copy protection cannot be recorded on this recorder.When the recorder receives a copy guard signal, the

381 Press Z (open/close), and place a recordable disc on the disc tray.2 Press Z (open/close) to close the disc tray.Wait until “LOADING” disappears f

39RecordingRec Mode AdjustIf there is not enough available disc space for the recording, the recorder automatically selects the recording mode that wi

4Table of ContentsWARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Precau

404 Press , to move to [Repeat], and press M/m to select a repeat option.You can select [Today], [Mon-Fri], or [Weekly].5 Press ENTER.The programme po

41RecordingChecking/Changing/Cancelling Timer Settings (Timer List)You can check, change, or cancel timer settings using the Timer List menu.Changing

42◆When the end time of one recording and the start time of another are the sameAfter finishing the previous recording, the other recording may be del

43RecordingTo stop recordingPress x. Note that it may take a few seconds for recording to stop.To pause recordingPress X. To restart recording, press

44Creating chapters in a titleThe recorder automatically divides a recording (a title) into chapters by inserting chapter marks at 5, 10, or 15-minute

45Recording5 Press z REC on this recorder and the pause or play button on the connected equipment at the same time.Recording starts.To stop recording,

46PlaybackPlaying DVDs and VIDEO CDs1 Press Z (open/close), and place a disc on the disc tray.2 Press Z (open/close) to close the disc tray.If you ins

47PlaybackTo stop playbackPress x.To resume playback from the point where you stopped the disc (Resume Play)The recorder stores the point where you st

48Playback optionsButtons Operations DiscsZ (open/close) Stops playing and opens the disc tray. All discsX (pause) Pauses playback. All discs. (previo

49PlaybackTo resume normal playback, press H.Notes• If appears, the operation is not available on the disc.• When playing the discs recorded on this

5DV Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Before DV Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

50To play repeatedlyPress REPEAT repeatedly to select an item to be repeated.[Chapter]: repeats the current chapter. (DVD only)[Title]: repeats the cu

51PlaybackSearching for a Title/Chapter/Track, etc.You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and VIDEO CD by track. As titles and tracks are assigned

52To erase the bookmark1 Press SEARCH MODE to turn on the bookmark search display.2 Press </, or the number buttons to select the bookmark number y

53PlaybackTo stop playbackPress x. When you start playback the next time, the recorder resumes playback from the point where you stopped the track.Pre

54To resume normal playback, press H.To cancel the Surround, Random, Repeat, or A-B Repeat function, press the button again to turn off the indicator.

55Playback5 Repeat steps 2 to 4 to add more tracks to the list.To add all the tracks on the disc, select [ ] (programme all) and press ENTER.6 Select

56Playing JPEG Image FilesYou can play JPEG image files on DATA CDs (CD-Rs/CD-RWs). For details about JPEG image files, see “About JPEG image files” (

57Playback5 Select a file and press H or ENTER.Slide show starts from the selected image file. To pause playback, press X.To stop the slide show and r

58Erasing and EditingBefore EditingThis recorder offers various edit options for various disc and title types. Before you edit, check these types and

59Erasing and EditingIn this case, you can select a title or chapter and create a Playlist title. You can even rearrange the scene order within the Pl

6Ways to Use Your DVD RecorderQuick access to recorded titles – Title List, Display the Title List to see all of the titles on the disc, including rec

602 Select a title, and press ENTER.The sub-menu appears with options available for the selected title.[Chapter List]: Displays the Chapter List menu,

61Erasing and Editing4 Press ENTER at the start of the scene to be erased (point A).5 Press ENTER at the end of the scene (point B).To reset either po

62Editing a Title by ChapterYou can make detailed editing to a title by using the Chapter List menu that displays title contents by chapter.1 Press TI

63Erasing and EditingHiding a chapterYou can skip playing chapters without deleting from the disc. 1 Select [Edit] in step 5 of “Editing a Title by Ch

644 Select [New Playlist], and press ENTER.The title or chapter is added to the Playlist as a new Playlist title. To create more Playlist titles, pres

65DV DubbingDV DubbingBefore DV DubbingThis section explains dubbing with a digital video camera via the DV IN jack on the front panel. If you want to

66Dubbing From a DV/Digital8 Format Tape to a DVDYou can record a DV/Digital8 format tape onto a disc. The recorder controls the digital video camera.

67DV Dubbing10Press O RETURN to turn off the Setup Display.11Press H to start playing the DV/Digital8 format tape.The playback picture appears on the

68Settings and AdjustmentsUsing the Setup DisplaysBy using the Setup Displays, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound, as

69Settings and Adjustments4 Press M/m to select the item you want to set up, and press ENTER to conform.Some items require additional settings.To turn

7Progressive PAL playback, If your TV is compatible with progressive signals, you can enjoy accurate colour reproduction and high quality images in Pr

702Press ENTER while [Setting] is selected.The Channel List menu appears.Example: New Zealand models.3 Press M/m to select the programme position you

71Settings and AdjustmentsTV and Video SettingsThese settings will adjust items related to the image, such as size.Choose the settings according to th

72[PBC] (Playback Control)Turns the PBC function on or off when playing VIDEO CDs.Language SettingsThe [Language] Setup allows you to select a languag

73Settings and AdjustmentsAudio Settings The [Audio] Setup allows you to adjust the sound according to the playback and connection conditions.Select

74[Audio DRC] (Dynamic Range Control) (Dolby Digital DVDs only)Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms t

75Settings and Adjustmentsz HintIf you forget your password, clear the password and registered a new password.Press SET UP to turn on the Setup Displa

76NoteDepending on the size of the recording being made, the actual interval may vary from the interval selected in [Auto Chapter]. The selected inter

77Additional InformationAdditional InformationTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the recorder, use this tr

78The picture from equipment connected to the recorder’s input jack does not appear on the screen., If the equipment is connected to the LINE 1 IN jac

79Additional InformationPlayback stops automatically., If the disc has an auto pause signal, the recorder stops playback at the auto pause signal.Some

8Quick Guide to Disc TypesRecordable and playable discsUsable disc versions (as of March 2005)• 4x-speed or slower DVD+RWs• 4x-speed or slower DVD-RWs

80, Other timer setting overlapped the timer setting (page 41)., There is not enough disc space for the recording.Contents previously recorded were er

81Additional InformationNotes About This RecorderOn operation• If the recorder is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a v

82SpecificationsSystemLaser: Semiconductor laserChannel coverage: PAL (B/G, D/K, I, L) VHF: E1 to E12, R1 to R12, F1 to F10, Italian A to H, Ireland A

83Additional InformationAbout i.LINKThe DV IN jack on this recorder is an i.LINK-compliant DV IN jack. This section describes the i.LINK standard and

84Guide to Parts and ControlsFor more information, see the pages in parentheses.Front panelButtons on the recorder have the same function as the butto

85Additional InformationRemoteButtons on the remote have the same function as the buttons on the recorder if they have the same or similar names. Butt

86wl MENU button (46, 52)e; m / M (search) buttons (48, 53)ea H (play) button* (46, 52)The button has a tactile dot.X (pause) button (42, 48, 53, 56)x

87Additional InformationRear panelA AERIAL IN/OUT jacks (13)B DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (16)C COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (PB/CB, PR/CR, Y) jacks (14)D LINE

88GlossaryAlbum (page 52)A unit in which to store MP3 audio tracks on a DATA CD. (Album is an exclusive definition for this recorder.)Chapter (page 51

89Additional InformationFile (page 56)A JPEG image recorded on a DATA CD. (File is an exclusive definition for this recorder.) A single file consist o

9Discs that cannot be recorded on• DVD-RWs (Ver. 1.0)• DVD+RWs that are not 2.4x-speed compatible• Double layer discs• 8 cm discsRecording Features Ed

90Language Code ListFor details, see page 72.The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Language Code Language Code Language C

91Additional InformationArea Code ListFor details, see page 75.Code Area Code Area Code Area Code AreaAF AfghanistanAN Netherlands AntillesAR Argentin

92IndexWords in brackets appear in the on-screen displays.Numerics[16:9] 22, 71, 75[4:3] 22, 71, 75[48kHz] 73[96kHz] 73A[A-B Erase] 60A-B Repeat 50, 5

93OOn-screen display 30Setup Display 68Sub-menu 28Original 28, 58, 89OSD language 21, 72P[Pan Scan] 71Parental Control 47, 74, 75PBC (Playback Control

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