Sony RDR-HX780 Betriebsanleitung

3-874-363-41(1)© 2008 Sony CorporationRDR-HX780/HX980DVD RecorderOperating Instructions

10Guide to Parts and ControlsFor more information, see the pages in parentheses.A HDD (29)Records to or plays titles on HDD.DVD (29)Records to or play

100CH SystemSelect the region to get the best broadcast reception.ChannelPress </, repeatedly until the programme position you want is displayed.•

101Settings and Adjustments• New Zealand6AS67AS78AS89AS910 AS1011 AS1112 AS1213 AS014 AS5A15 AS9A28 AS2829 AS2930 AS3031 AS3132 AS3233 AS3334 AS3435 A

102AFT• If the Auto Fine Tuning function does not work effectively, select “Off” and press m. Press </, to obtain a clearer picture, and press ENTE

103Settings and AdjustmentsVideo Settings (Video In/Out)You can adjust items related to the image, such as size and colour, according to the type of T

104Audio Input Settings (Audio In)You can adjust the sound according to the playback and connection conditions.For details on NICAM system, see page 4

105Settings and AdjustmentsAudio Output Settings (Audio Out)You can switch the method of outputting audio signals when you connect a component such as

106Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.b NoteIf the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment not compatible with MPEG audio signals, the PCM signals

107Settings and AdjustmentsSwitches the language for the DVD menu.Select “w/Subtitle Language” to set the same language as the language you set in “Su

108b Notes• The actual chapter mark interval may vary depending on the amount of information contained in the video to be recorded.• Chapter marks are

109Settings and AdjustmentsPlayback Settings (Playback)You can adjust playback settings.Select the playback picture size according to the type of conn

11O TV PAUSEThis button is not available.P z REC (29)x REC STOP (29)HDD/DVD DUB (63)Starts dubbing the current playing title or cancels the dubbing.RE

1103Enter your four-digit password using the number buttons, and press ENTER.4 Select “Standard,” and press ENTER.The “Parental Control : Standard” di

111Settings and AdjustmentsHDMI Settings (HDMI Output)You can adjust items related to the HDMI connection.b NoteYou can select “HDMI Output” only when

112b Notes• Some settings may not be available depending on the connected device.• When a DVI device is connected, you cannot select “YCbCr 4:2:2” or

113Settings and Adjustments2 Set the Command Mode for the remote so it matches the Command Mode for the recorder you set above.Follow the steps below

114Additional InformationTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the recorder, use this troubleshooting guide t

115Additional Information, If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, changing the “Screen Resolution” setting in the “HDMI Output” setup may solv

116, The recorder supports only MP3 audio, Dolby Digital and MPEG audio for DivX video files. Press AUDIO and select MP3 audio or MPEG audio.No sound

117Additional Information, Another timer setting overlapped the timer setting (page 44)., There is no DVD inside the recorder., There is not enough di

118, The subtitles cannot be changed for the titles recorded on this recorder.The angles cannot be changed., Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD

119Additional InformationYou dubbed a title, but the title did not appear in the HDD Title List., The title contained a copy protection signal, so it

12A [/1 (on/standby) (24)Turns the recorder on or off.B (remote sensor) (22)C Disc tray (29)D Front panel display (13)E Z (open/close) (29)Opens or c

120The recorder does not operate properly., Press down [/1 on the recorder for more than five seconds until the recorder turns off. Then, press [/1 ag

121Additional InformationRecordable and Playable DiscsType Disc Logo Icon used in this manualFormatting (new discs)Compatibility with other DVD player

122Usable disc versions (as of April 2008)• 8x-speed or slower DVD+RWs• 6x-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.2 with CPRM*2)• 16x-speed or slower

123Additional InformationPlayable Discs“DVD VIDEO” and “CD” are trademarks.DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and

124Region code (DVD VIDEO only)Your recorder has a region code printed on the rear of the unit and will only play DVD VIDEOs (playback only) labelled

125Additional InformationRecording time in each recording modeBold lines indicate noticeable level differences in recording picture quality.Recording

126*1Records in higher quality (15 Mbps).When recording to the HDD in HQ+ mode, recordings are made in “Video Mode Off” format regardless of the “HDD

127Additional InformationRequired times (approximate) for “High-Speed” dubbing from HDD to DVD (for 60-minute programme)*1*1The values in the above ta

128Language Code ListFor details, see page 106.The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Country/Area CodeFor details, see pa

129Additional InformationNotes About This RecorderOn operation• If the recorder is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a

13A SYNCHRO REC indicator (45)Lights up when the recorder is set to stand by for Synchro-Recording.B Displays the following:• Playing time• Current ti

130Notes on MP3 Audio Tracks, JPEG Image Files, DivX Video Files, and i.LinkMP3 is an audio compression technology that satisfies certain ISO/MPEG reg

131Additional Information• Proceeding to the next or another album may take some time.• The image size that can be displayed is limited. The following

132SpecificationsSystemLaser: Semiconductor laserChannel coverage: Oceanian models:PAL/SECAM (B/G, D/K, I, L)Except Oceanian models:PAL/SECAM (B/G, D/

133IndexWords in quotations appear in the on-screen displays.Numerics“96 kHz PCM Output” 105A“A-B Erase” 57“A-B Repeat” 51AC power cord (mains lead) 2

134DV camcorder dubbing 71“DV Manual Dubbing” 73“DV One-Touch Dubbing” 73“DV Playback” 74DV IN 71“DV Input” 72, 104“DV Manual Dubbing” 73“DV One-Touch

135PPage mode 32, 77, 86“Parental Control” 48, 109Parts and controls 10“Pause Mode” 109PBC 47“Photo Album” 81, 85“Picture Adjustment” 93Picture qualit

Sony Corporation Printed in MalaysiaTimer recordingcheck/change/cancel 44“Rec. Mode Adjust” 42Synchro Rec 45Title 34Title List 31“Genre” 32“Sort Tit

14A AERIAL IN/OUT jacks (16)B LINE 1 IN (R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO) jacks (26)C LINE 1 IN (S VIDEO) jack (26)D LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO) jacks (17, 20)E HDMI O

15Hookups and SettingsHookups and SettingsHooking Up the RecorderFollow steps 1 through 6 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder. Do not c

16Step 1: Connecting the Aerial CableConnect the aerial cable by following the steps below.1 Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV, and connect it

17Hookups and SettingsStep 2: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI CordSelect one of the following patterns, A through D, according to the input jack on yo

18A Video input jackYou will enjoy standard quality images.B S VIDEO input jackYou will enjoy high quality images.C Component video input jacks (Y, PB

19Hookups and SettingsBy connecting Sony components that are compatible with the “Control for HDMI” function with an HDMI cord (not supplied), operati

2WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabi

20Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords/HDMI CordSelect one of the following patterns, A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector,

21Hookups and SettingsB Audio L/R (left/right) input jacks This connection will use your TV’s or audio component’s two speakers for sound. z HintFor c

22Step 5: Preparing the RemoteYou can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends o

23Hookups and SettingsCode numbers of controllable TVsIf more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one t

24Step 6: Easy SetupMake the basic adjustments by following the on-screen instructions in “Easy Setup.” Be careful not to disconnect the cables or exi

25Hookups and SettingsTo return to the previous stepPress O RETURN.z HintIf you want to run “Easy Setup” again, select “Easy Setup” in the “Basic” set

26Connecting a VCR or Similar DeviceAfter disconnecting the recorder’s AC power cord (mains lead) from the mains, connect a VCR or similar recording d

27Hookups and Settingsb Notes• Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying cannot be recorded.• If you pass the recorder sig

28Connecting to a Satellite or Digital TunerConnect a satellite or digital tuner to this recorder using the LINE 1 IN jacks. Disconnect the recorder’s

29Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD RecorderSeven Basic Operations— Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder1. Inserting a Disc1 Press DVD.2

3• Do not use the recorder in a place subject to extreme changes in temperature (temperature gradient less than 10 °C/hour).• Do not move the recorder

303 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode.Each time you press the button, the display on the TV screen changes as follows:* Available

31Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder3. Playing the Recorded Programme (Title List)To play a recorded title, select the title f

32To stop playbackPress x (stop).To scroll the list display by page (Page mode)Press ./> while the Title List is displayed. Each time you press ./&

33Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD RecorderTo switch to the 8 Title List1 Press < while the Title List is displayed.2 Select “Titl

34E Station name and programme position numberF Audio setting for the current programmeG Recording restrictions for the current programmeH Disc inform

35Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder4 Select “Title Name” using M/m, and press ENTER.The display for entering characters appea

364 Select “Basic,” and press ENTER.5 Select “Input Disc Name,” and press ENTER.6 Select “Next Screen,” and press ENTER.Enter the disc name (page 34).

37Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder6. Playing the Disc on Other DVD Equipment (Finalise)Finalising is necessary when you play

385 Select “Finalise,” and press ENTER.6 Select “Next Screen,” and press ENTER.For DVD-RW/DVD-R (VR mode), the recorder starts finalising the disc. Go

39Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder5 Select “Unfinalise,” and press ENTER.6 Select “Start,” and press ENTER.The recorder star

4On compensation for lost recordingsSony is not liable and will not compensate for any lost recordings or relevant losses, including when recordings a

404 Select “Format,” and press ENTER.5 Select an item, and press ENTER.“VR Mode”: Formats DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in VR mode.“Video Mode”: Formats DVD-RWs/DVD-

41RecordingRecordingTimer RecordingYou can set the timer for a total of 32 programmes, up to 30 days in advance. Set the date, time, and programme pos

424 Select “OK,” and press ENTER.The “Timer List” display appears (page 44). The timer recording indicator lights up on the front panel display and th

43RecordingYou can set the recorder to record in 30-minute increments.Press z REC repeatedly to set the duration.Each press advances the time in 30-mi

44Checking/Changing/Cancelling Timer Settings (Timer List)You can check, change, or cancel timer settings using the Timer List.1 Press TIMER.The “Time

45RecordingRecording from Connected EquipmentYou can set the recorder to automatically record programmes from connected equipment that has a timer fun

46You can record from a connected VCR or similar device. To connect a VCR or similar device, see “Connecting a VCR or Similar Device” on page 26.1 Pre

47PlaybackPlaybackPlaying1 Press HDD or DVD.• If you select DVD, insert a disc (see “1. Inserting a Disc” on page 29).• If you insert a DVD VIDEO, VID

48To play DivX video files or audio tracks in a disc containing both file types1 Press < while the Title List (DVD/CD) is displayed.2 Select “Data

49PlaybackTo check the position of the buttons below, see the illustration on page 47.Playback optionsButtonsOperationsANGLE Changes the angles for a

5• In this manual, the internal hard disk drive is written as “HDD,” and “disc” is used as a general reference for the HDD, DVDs, or CDs unless otherw

50b Notes• Angles and subtitles cannot be changed with titles recorded on this recorder.• JPEG image files made with a DVD camcorder can only be playe

51Playback1 Press PLAY MODE during playback.For audio tracks on a CD, press , while the Title List is displayed, and select “Play Mode.”The “Play Mode

52*1finalised disc only*2MP3 audio tracks onlyYou can play the contents of the HDD or a disc in the order you want by arranging the order of the title

53PlaybackAdvanced Playback Functions“Chase Play” allows you to view the recorded part of a programme on the HDD while the recording is being made. Yo

54Searching for a Time/Title/Chapter/Track, etc.* DivX video file onlyYou can search a disc by title, chapter, scene or track. As titles and tracks ar

55Erasing and EditingErasing and EditingBefore EditingThis recorder offers various edit options for various disc types.b Notes• You may lose the edite

56Erasing and Editing a TitleThis section explains the basic edit functions. Note that editing is irreversible. To edit DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs (VR mode) witho

57Erasing and Editingz HintYou can exit “Multi-Mode” by pressing , and selecting “Single-Mode” while selecting titles.You can select a section (scene)

584 Press ENTER.For the HDD, the display asks for confirmation.5 Select “Yes,” and press ENTER (HDD only).The title is divided into two.Erasing and Ed

59Erasing and Editing1 After step 4 of “Erasing and Editing a Chapter,” select “Divide.”2 Select a chapter using </,.3 Select the dividing point us

6Table of ContentsWARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Precautions . . . .

60Creating and Editing a PlaylistPlaylist edit allows you to edit or re-edit without changing the actual recordings. You can create up to 99 Playlist

61Erasing and Editing1 Press TITLE LIST, and switch to the Playlist.For details on switching to the Playlist, see page 55.2 Select a Playlist title co

62Dubbing (HDD y DVD)Before DubbingIn this section, “dubbing” refers to “copying a recorded title on the internal hard disk drive (HDD) to another dis

63Dubbing (HDD y DVD)HDD/DVD DubbingYou can dub a single title by pressing the HDD/DVD DUB button during playback. You can also dub from finalised DVD

64C Dubbing step numberDisplay 1: Select a title you want to dub (the “Select Titles” display).Display 2: Edit a title (the “Title Edit” display).Disp

65Dubbing (HDD y DVD)To edit titles on the Dubbing List1 Follow steps 1 to 7 of “Dubbing Using Dubbing List” on page 63.The “Title Edit” display appea

66Making a Backup Disc (DVD Backup)You can dub all of the contents on a finalised DVD+RW/DVD+R or finalised DVD-RW/DVD-R (Video mode) to another recor

67HDD Camcorder DubbingHDD Camcorder DubbingBefore HDD Camcorder DubbingYou can dub the contents of a Sony HDD camcorder to the hard disk drive of the

68Connect an HDD camcorder to the USB jack on the recorder.Refer as well to the instruction manual supplied with the HDD camcorder before connecting.1

69HDD Camcorder DubbingOne-Touch Dubbing from HDD Camcorder (ONE-TOUCH DUB)You can dub contents of your HDD camcorder onto the HDD of the recorder wit

7Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

706 Select “Yes,” and press ENTER.The recorder starts dubbing the contents on the HDD camcorder to the HDD Title List of the recorder.The recorder tur

71DV Camcorder DubbingDV Camcorder DubbingBefore DV Camcorder DubbingThis section explains dubbing with a DV camcorder and playing the contents of a D

721 Press HDD or DVD to select the recording destination.If you select DVD, insert a disc (see “1. Inserting a Disc” on page 29).2 Insert the source D

73DV Camcorder DubbingDubbing an Entire DV Format Tape (DV One-Touch Dubbing)You can record the entire contents of a DV/Digital8 format tape onto a di

74z HintYou can turn off the dubbing menu by pressing the DISPLAY button during dubbing. Press the DISPLAY button again to display the dubbing menu.b

75Music JukeboxMusic JukeboxAbout JukeboxThere are two methods to use Jukebox: connecting the USB device or copying audio tracks to the HDD.When using

766 Select “Edit” using M/m, and press ENTER.7 Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER.To copy all albums, select “Copy all to HDD.”To copy the sele

77Music JukeboxPlaying Audio Tracks Using Jukebox/USB Device1 Press SYSTEM MENU.The System Menu appears.2 Select “Music Jukebox,” and press ENTER.3 Se

78You can add audio tracks on the HDD to the Playlist. You can add up to 25 audio tracks to each Playlist.1 After step 2 of “Playing Audio Tracks Usin

79Music JukeboxYou can play the contents of the connected USB device in the order you want by arranging the order of the tracks on the connected USB d

8Music Jukebox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75About Jukebox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

80Managing Audio Tracks on the Music Jukebox (HDD only)You can erase or label artists/albums/tracks on the HDD.1 Press SYSTEM MENU.The System Menu app

81Photo AlbumPhoto AlbumAbout the “Photo Album” FunctionThe “Photo Album” function enables you to do following.• Store JPEG image files on the HDD.• V

823 Select “Photo Album,” and press ENTER.The “Photo Album” menu appears.4 Select the item, and press ENTER.To copy from DATA CDs/DATA DVDs (DVD-RWs/D

83Photo Album1 Press SYSTEM MENU.The System Menu appears.2 Select “Photo Album,” and press ENTER.The “Photo Album” menu appears.3 Select “View/Edit Ph

848 Repeat step 7 to select all of the albums you want to copy.9 Press ,.The sub-menu appears.10Select “Copy to DVD,” and press ENTER.The display asks

85Photo Album9 Select “Yes,” and press ENTER.The selected JPEG image files are copied in the “PICTURE” folder on the disc.The JPEG image file names ar

8612-Photo List (Example: HDD)4-Photo List 1-Photo ListA Album nameB Album sizeC Sub-menu:Press , to display the sub-menu.The sub-menu displays option

87Photo AlbumTo switch between the album list and JPEG image file list1 Press < while the “Photo Album” list is displayed.2 Select “Display Mode” u

88To play a slideshow with the sound (HDD only)You can enjoy a slideshow while listening to the sound stored in the HDD. First prepare Music Playlists

89Photo Album6 Select a graphic effect and a Music Playlist using </M/m/,.• “Theme”: Select a theme. The recorder adds graphic effects according to

9Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

90Managing JPEG Image Files on the HDD1 Press SYSTEM MENU.The System Menu appears.2 Select “Photo Album,” and press ENTER.The “Photo Album” menu appea

91Photo AlbumPrinting JPEG Image FilesYou can print JPEG image files on the HDD, DATA DVDs/DATA CDs, or connected USB device by connecting a PictBridg

92To cancel printingPress ENTER.To display the connected printerSelect “Confirm Printer” of “USB” in the “Options 2” setup (page 113).To restart the c

93Settings and AdjustmentsSettings and AdjustmentsAdjusting Picture Quality* DivX video file onlyYou can adjust the picture quality from the connected

94Setting options for recording picture qualityFor details about each setting, see the explanation of the display.Setting options for playback picture

95Settings and Adjustmentsb Notes• If the outlines of the images on your screen become blurred, set “BNR” and/or “MNR” to “Off.”• Depending on the dis

96Using the Setup MenusYou can change the settings of the recorder, such as picture quality settings, audio settings, etc.1 Press SYSTEM MENU while th

97Settings and AdjustmentsAs you record, erase and edit recordings repeatedly, the HDD file system gradually becomes fragmented. To ‘clean up’ all the

98Selects the colour system when recording from the connected equipment.b Notes• When picture noise appears after you change the “Input Line System” s

99Settings and AdjustmentsAerial Reception Settings (Tuner)You can make tuner and programme position settings for the recorder.You can preset programm