Sony RDR-HX510 User Manual

2-589-941-12(1)© 2005 Sony CorporationDVD RecorderOperating InstructionsRDR-HX510

10“DVD VIDEO” and “CD” are trademarks.Discs that cannot be played•PHOTO CDs• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs that are not recorded in music CD or Video CD format

100A [/1 (on/standby) button (22)B Front panel display (35, 101)C Disc tray (29)D TIMER REC indicator (43) SYNCHRO REC indicator (49)E A (open/close)

101Additional InformationA HDD/DVD indicatorsDisplays the selected media and the playing/recording/dubbing status.B Disc type*/recording formatC NICAM

102GlossaryChapter (page 59)Sections of a picture or a music feature that are smaller than titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Depending

103Additional InformationInterlace format (page 16)Interlace format shows every other line of an image as a single “field” and is the standard method

104Language Code ListFor details, see page 80.The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Area CodeFor details, see page 85.Cod

105IndexWords in quotations appear in the on-screen displays.Numerics16:9 22, 814:3 Letter Box 22, 814:3 Pan Scan 22, 81“48kHz/96kHz PCM” 84A“A-B Eras

106F“Factory Setup” 88“Features” 85“File Search” 59“Finalize” 39Finalizing 39“Format” 29“Format DVD” 87Formatting 29Freeze Frame 55Front panel 100Fron

107SS VIDEO 14“S Video” 22, 82Scan Audio 52“Scart Setting” 82Scene List 69Screen Saver 86“Search” 59Searchingfast reverse/fast forward 54locating the

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11Maximum recordable number of titles* The maximum length for each title is eight hours.Note on playback operations of DVD VIDEOs/VIDEO CDsSome playba

12Hookups and SettingsHooking Up the RecorderFollow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder.b Notes• Plug cords securely to pr

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 D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV

15Hookups and SettingsWhen playing “wide screen” imagesSome recorded images may not fit your TV screen. To change the picture size, see page 81.If you

16By using the PROGRESSIVE button, you can select the signal format in which the recorder outputs video signals: interlace or progressive. 1 Connect t

17Hookups and SettingsStep 4: Connecting the Audio CordsSelect one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, p

18z HintFor correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components.b Notes• Do not connect your TV’s audio ou

19Hookups and SettingsStep 6: Preparing the RemoteYou can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matchin

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

204 Release [/1.When the TV/DVD switch is set to TV, the remote performs the following:* If you use the number buttons to select the TV’s programme po

21Hookups and SettingsCode numbers of controllable AV amplifiers (receivers)If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time un

22Step 7: Easy SetupMake the basic adjustments by following the on-screen instructions in “Easy Setup.”1 Turn on the recorder and switch the input sel

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

24Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 2 IN or LINE 4 IN jacks of this recorder. If the equipment has an S-video jack, you can use an

25Hookups and SettingsConnecting to a Satellite or Digital TunerConnect a satellite or digital tuner to this recorder using the LINE 3/DECODER jack. D

26Connecting a PAY-TV/Canal Plus DecoderYou can watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes if you connect a decoder (not supplied) to the recorder.

27Hookups and SettingsTo watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes, set your recorder to receive the channels using the on-screen display.In order

2810Select “System,” and press ENTER.11Press M/m to select an available TV system, BG, DK, I, or L, and press ENTER.To receive broadcasts in France, s

29Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD RecorderSeven Basic Operations— Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder1. Inserting and Formatting a DVD

3About repairing the hard disk drive• The contents of the hard disk drive may be checked in case of repair or inspection during a malfunction or modif

303 Move the cursor down the TOOLS menu until “Disc Info” is selected, and press ENTER.Example: When a DVD-RW (VR mode) is inserted.1 “Disc Name” (DVD

31Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder2. Recording a ProgrammeThis section introduces the basic operation to record the current

32About the Teletext functionSome broadcasts systems ensure a Teletext service* in which the complete programmes and their data (title, date, channel,

33Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD RecorderTitle List with Thumbnail Images (Example: DVD-RW in VR mode)Extended Title ListA Disc typ

34To change a title thumbnail picture (Thumbnail) (HDD/DVD-RW in VR mode only)You can select a favourite scene for the thumbnail picture shown in the

35Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD RecorderC The current selected function or audio setting (appears only temporarily)Example: Dolby

36Example: When playing a VIDEO CDExample: When playing a CDTrack playing time and the current track/index numbermRemaining time of the current trackm

37Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder5 Press </M/m/, to select the character you want to enter, and press ENTER.The selected

386. Labelling and Protecting a DiscYou can execute options effective for the entire disc using the Disc Information display.1 Insert a disc.See “Inse

39Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder7. Playing the Disc on Other DVD Equipment (Finalize)Finalizing is necessary when you play

4Table of ContentsWARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Preca

40For DVD-RWs (Video mode)DVD-RW (Video mode) that have been finalized to prohibit additional recording or editing can be unfinalized to allow further

41Timer RecordingTimer RecordingBefore RecordingBefore you start recording…• This recorder can record on various discs. Select the disc type according

42The recorder automatically receives and records stereo and bilingual programmes based on the ZWEITON system or the NICAM system. The HDD and a DVD-R

43Timer RecordingTimer Recording (Standard/VIDEO Plus+)You can set the timer for a total of 30 programmes (8 programmes when using the PDC/VPS functio

44To use the PDC/VPS functionSet “PDC/VPS” to “On” in step 2 above.When you turn on this function, the recorder starts scanning the channel before the

45Timer RecordingThe VIDEO Plus+ system is a feature that simplifies setting the timer. Just enter the PlusCode number listed in the TV programme guid

46You 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-minute incr

47Timer Recording“Rec Video Equalizer”: Adjusts the picture in greater detail.Press M/m to select the item you want to adjust, then press ENTER.• Cont

48: Indicates the setting that the Update function is set for.When all of the timer settings do not fit on the list, scroll bar appears.To view the hi

49Timer RecordingIf there is not enough space for a timer recording, the recorder automatically erases old titles recorded on the HDD. The oldest, pla

5Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Before Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

503 Press INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select “L3.”4 Select the line input audio when recording a bilingual programme on the HDD or DVD-RWs (VR mode).Pr

51Timer Recording2 Press INPUT SELECT to select an input source according to the connection you made.The front panel display changes as follows:3 Sele

52PlaybackPlaying1 Press HDD or DVD.• If you select DVD, insert a disc (see “Inserting a Disc” on page 29).• If you insert a DVD VIDEO, VIDEO CD, or C

53PlaybackTo resume playback from the point where you stopped (Resume Play)When you press H again after you stop playback, the recorder resumes playba

54To check the position of the buttons below, see the illustration on page 52.Playback optionsButtonsOperations (audio) Selects one of the audio track

55PlaybackTo resume normal playback, press H.b Notes• To enjoy the TVS function, set “Digital Out” to “On” and “Dolby Digital” to “D-PCM” and “MPEG” t

561 Press TOOLS during playback to select “Video Settings,” and press ENTER.2 Select an item, and press ENTER.The adjustment display appears.“Y NR” (l

57Playback“Audio Filter”: Selects the digital filter to reduce noise above 22.05 kHz (Fs* is 44.1 kHz), 24 kHz (Fs is 48 kHz), or 48 kHz (Fs is above

58“Simultaneous Rec and Play” allows you to view a previously recorded programme while recording programmes. Playback continues even if a timer record

59PlaybackSearching for a Title/Chapter/Track, etc.Each chapter is displayed as a thumbnail. You can search for the desired scene visually.1 Press VIS

6Creating and Editing a Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Moving a Playlist title (Chang

60Playing MP3 Audio Tracks or JPEG Image FilesYou can play MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files on DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs) or JPEG image file

61Playback1 Press TITLE LIST.The album list appears. To change the page, press / .2 Select an album, and press ENTER.The sub-menu appears.3 Select “V

62MP3 is audio compression technology that satisfies certain ISO/MPEG regulations. JPEG is image compression technology.You can play MP3 (MPEG1 Audio

63PlaybackAlbums play in the following order:Structure of disc contentsWhen you insert a DATA CD/DATA DVD and press H, the numbered tracks (or files)

64Erasing and EditingBefore EditingThis recorder offers various edit options for various disc types. Before you edit, check the disc type in the front

65Erasing and Editingb Notes• The Playlist title calls up data from the original titles for playback. When an original title is used for a Playlist ti

66“A-B Erase”: Erases a section of the title (page 66).“Delete Chapter”: Erases chapter units of the title while viewing thumbnails (see below). “Divi

67Erasing and Editingb Notes• Images or sound may be momentarily interrupted at the point where you erase a section of a title.• Sections shorter than

681 Press TOOLS to select “Disc Info,” and press ENTER.The “Disc Information” display appears.2 Select “Erase All,” and press ENTER.3 Select “OK,” and

69Erasing and EditingCreating and Editing a PlaylistPlaylist edit allows you to edit or re-edit without changing the actual recordings. You can create

7Ways to Use Your DVD RecorderRecording/Playback Compatible media and reference pagesQuick access to recorded titles – Title List,“3. Playing the Reco

70To play the Playlist titlePress TOOLS while the Title List menu is turned on. Then, select “Playlist” and press ENTER. When the Title List (Playlist

71Dubbing (HDD y DVD)Dubbing (HDD y DVD)Before DubbingIn this section, “dubbing” refers to “copying a recorded title on the internal hard disk drive (

72Required times for High-speed Dubbing from HDD to DVD (for 60-minute programme)*1*1The values in the above table are for reference only. Actual time

73Dubbing (HDD y DVD)Move , Titles containing “Copy-Once” copy protection signals can be moved only from HDD to DVD-RW (VR mode)* (after the title is

747 Select a dubbing mode by pressing M/m.* Appears when High-speed Dubbing is available for the title (page 71).8 Select “Start,” and press ENTER.The

75Dubbing (HDD y DVD)To adjust the settings for each titleYou can make detailed settings for each of the selected titles during Multiple Title Dubbing

76Settings and AdjustmentsAerial Reception and Language Settings (Settings)The “Settings” setup helps you to make tuner, clock, and programme position

77Settings and Adjustments8 Press M/m repeatedly until the channel you want is displayed, then press ENTER.The channels are scanned in the order shown

78Station NameChanges or enters a new station name (up to 5 characters). The recorder must receive channel information (for instance, SMARTLINK inform

79Settings and AdjustmentsSome broadcast systems ensure a Teletext service* in which the complete programmes and their data (title, date, channel, rec

8Quick Guide to Disc TypesUsable disc versions (as of March 2005)• 8x-speed or slower DVD+RWs• 6x-speed or slower DVD-RWs (Ver.1.1, Ver.1.2 with CPRM*

804Press M/m repeatedly until the programme position of the station that carries a time signal appears, and press ENTER.• If the recorder does not rec

81Settings and AdjustmentsVideo Settings (Video)Video settings will adjust items related to the image, such as size and colour.Choose the settings acc

82Progressive ModeDVD software can be divided into two types: film based software and video based software. Video based software is derived from TV, s

83Settings and AdjustmentsAudio Settings (Audio)The “Audio” setup allows you to adjust the sound according to the playback and connection conditions.1

84Audio ConnectionThe following setup items switch the method of outputting audio signals when you connect a component such as an amplifier (receiver)

85Settings and AdjustmentsRecording and Parental Control Settings (Features)The “Features” setup allows you to adjust recording and parental control s

863Select “Standard,” and press , or ENTER.The selection items for “Standard” are displayed.4 Select a geographic area as the playback limitation leve

87Settings and AdjustmentsDisc and Remote Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options)The “Options” setup allows you to set up other operational settin

88Auto DisplayCommand ModeChanges the Command Mode of the recorder if other DVD equipment is assigned the same Command Mode. Be sure to match the Comm

89Additional InformationAdditional InformationTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the recorder, use this tr

9Discs that cannot be recorded on• 8 cm discs• DVD-Rs in VR mode (Video Recording format)*3Only if the recording mode is LSP, SP, HSP, or HQ, and “DVD

90The 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 – TV j

91Additional Information, Any discs other than the HDD or DVD-RWs (VR mode) cannot be used for recording both main and sub sounds. To record on the HD

92The programme position cannot be changed from the programme position you are recording., Set the TV’s input source to “TV.”Recording does not start

93Additional InformationNothing was recorded even though you set the Synchro-Rec setting correctly., You forgot to turn off the connected equipment. T

94The disc tray does not open after you press Z(open/close)., It may take a few seconds for the disc tray to open after you have recorded or edited a

95Additional InformationSelf-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display)When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent t

96• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature

97Additional InformationDIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono jack/0.5 Vp-p/75 ohmsCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR): Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p, PB/CB: 0.7 Vp

98Guide to Parts and ControlsFor more information, see the pages in parentheses.A TV/DVD switch (19)B Z (open/close) button (29)C [/1 (on/standby) but

99Additional InformationX H (play) button (52)X (pause) button (54)x (stop) button (52)The H button has a tactile dot*.Y z REC button (31)X REC PAUSE