Sony RDR-HX780 Instructions d'exploitation

3-293-880-11(1)© 2008 Sony CorporationRDR-HX680/HX780/HX980DVD RecorderOperating InstructionsTo find out useful hints, tips and information about Sony

10Guide to Parts and ControlsFor more information, see the pages in parentheses.A HDD (31)Records to or plays titles on HDD.DVD (31)Records to or play

100As you record, erase and edit recordings repeatedly, the HDD file system gradually becomes fragmented. To ‘clean up’ all the fragmented files, opti

101Settings and AdjustmentsSelects the colour system when recording from the connected equipment.b Notes• When picture noise appears after you change

102Aerial Reception Settings (Tuner)You can make tuner and programme position settings for the recorder.Auto ScanIf you connect a TV to this recorder

103Settings and AdjustmentsCH SystemSelect the region to get the best broadcast reception.ChannelPress </, repeatedly until the programme position

104AFT• If the Auto Fine Tuning function does not work effectively, select “Off” and press m. Press </, to obtain a clearer picture, and press ENTE

105Settings 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

106Selects a method of inputting video signals for the LINE 1/DECODER jack. The picture will not be clear if this setting does not match the type of v

107Settings and Adjustmentsb NoteWhen receiving audio input signals from the DV input jack, the recorder automatically selects “Stereo” or “Bilingual”

108b NoteWhen HDMI output is performed to equipment not compatible with DTS signals, the signals will not be output regardless of the “DTS Output” set

109Settings and AdjustmentsLanguage Settings (Language)You can make language settings.Switches the display language on the screen.Switches the languag

11O TV PAUSE (55)P z REC (31)x REC STOP (31)HDD/DVD DUB (66)Starts dubbing the current playing title or cancels the dubbing.REC MODE (31)Selects the r

110Recording Settings (Recording)You can adjust recording settings.You can select further options for recording mode (manual recording mode). The defa

111Settings and AdjustmentsSelects the HDD recording format.z HintThe HDD contents recorded in Video mode can be dubbed to a disc at high speed (page

112Selects the picture quality in pause mode.Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the use

113Settings and Adjustments10 Press ENTER.The Parental Control setting is complete.To cancel the Parental Control setting for the disc, select “Off” i

114b Notes• When picture noise appears after you change the “Screen Resolution” setting, hold down x (stop) on the recorder, and press Z (open/close)

115Settings and Adjustmentsb Notes• The PCM signals may not be output even when you select “Auto” depending on the “Audio Out” settings, number of aud

1162Set the Command Mode for the remote so it matches the Command Mode for the recorder you set above.Follow the steps below to set the Command Mode o

117Settings and AdjustmentsOther Settings (Options 2)You can make other operation settings.Restart USB DeviceRestarts the connected USB device if it d

118Additional InformationTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the recorder, use this troubleshooting guide t

119Additional Information, If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, changing the “Screen Resolution” setting in the “HDMI Output” setup may solv

12A [/1 (on/standby) (24)Turns the recorder on or off.B (remote sensor) (22)C Disc tray (31)D Front panel display (13)E Z (open/close) (31)Opens or c

120, If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jacks, check the “Audio Out” setup (page 107)., The recorder support

121Additional Information, Another timer setting overlapped the timer setting (page 46)., There is no DVD inside the recorder., There is not enough di

122, Try changing the language using the DVD VIDEO’s menu.The subtitle language cannot be changed or turned off., Multilingual subtitles are not recor

123Additional InformationYou dubbed a title, but the title did not appear in the HDD Title List., The title contained a copy protection signal, so it

124The 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

125Additional InformationRecordable and Playable DiscsType Disc Logo Icon used in this manualFormatting (new discs)Compatibility with other DVD player

126Usable 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

127Additional InformationPlayable Discs“DVD VIDEO” and “CD” are trademarks.DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and

128Region 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

129Additional InformationRecording time in each recording modeBold lines indicate noticeable level differences in recording picture quality.Recording

13A SYNCHRO REC indicator (47)Lights up when the recorder is set to stand by for Synchro-Recording.B Displays the following:• Playing time• Current ti

130*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

131Additional InformationRequired times (approximate) for “High-Speed” dubbing from HDD to DVD (for 60-minute programme)*1*1The values in the above ta

132Language Code ListFor details, see page 109.The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Country/Area CodeFor details, see pa

133Additional InformationNotes About This RecorderOn operation• If the recorder is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a

134Notes on MP3 Audio Tracks, JPEG Image Files, DivX Video Files, and i.LinkMP3 is an audio compression technology that satisfies certain ISO/MPEG reg

135Additional Information• Proceeding to the next or another album may take some time.• The image size that can be displayed is limited. The following

136SpecificationsSystemLaser: Semiconductor laserChannel coverage: PAL (B/G, D/K, I)/SECAM (L)VHF: E2 to E12, R1 to R12, F2 to F10, Italian A to H, Ir

137IndexWords in quotations appear in the on-screen displays.Numerics“96 kHz PCM Output” 108A“A-B Erase” 60“A-B Repeat” 53“Add to Play List” 81Adjusti

138Dolby Digital 20, 107“Download from TV” 24, 102DTS 20, 107DubbingDubbing List 66HDD/DVD DUB 66“High-Speed” 131Move 131DV camcorder 74DV camcorder d

139N“Name” 104“New Album” 93NICAM 45“NICAM Select” 106“NTSC on PAL TV” 106Number buttons 56O“On Screen Display” 115ONE-TOUCH DUB 72, 76One-Touch Play

14A AERIAL IN/OUT jacks (16)B LINE 2 OUT (R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO) jacks (17, 20)C LINE 1/DECODER jack (26)D HDMI OUT (high-definition multimedia interface ou

Sony Corporation Printed in HungarySS VIDEO 18Satellite tuner 28Scan Audio 52“Seamless Playback” 112Searchingaudio track 81by genre 35fast reverse/f

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 E, according to the input jack on yo

18A SCART input jackWhen setting “LINE 3 Out” to “S-Video” or “RGB” in the “Video In/Out” setup (page 105), use a SCART cord that conforms to the sele

19Hookups and Settingsb Notes• Do not connect more than one type of video cord between the recorder and your TV at the same time.• Do not make connect

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 SettingsProgressiveWhen you connect a progressive format TV to this recorder using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks, select “Compatible.”HD

26Connecting a VCR or Similar DeviceAfter disconnecting the recorder’s mains lead from the mains, connect a VCR or similar recording device to the LIN

27Hookups and SettingsConnect a VCR or similar recording device to the LINE 2 IN jacks of this recorder. If the equipment has an S-video jack, you can

28Connecting to a Satellite or Digital TunerConnect a satellite or digital tuner to this recorder using the LINE 1/DECODER jack. Disconnect the record

29Hookups and SettingsConnecting an External DecoderYou can watch or record external decoder (PAY-TV/Canal Plus analogue decoder) programmes if you co

3Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)This symbol on the batter

30To watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus analogue programmes, set your recorder to receive the programme positions using the on-screen display.In order

Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder31Seven Basic Operations— Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder1. Inserting a Disc1 Press DVD.2

323 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

Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder33You can check the recording information such as recording time or disc type.Press DISPLAY

34A Disc type:Displays the media type, HDD or DVD.B Total number of titlesC Sub-menu:Press , to display the sub-menu.The sub-menu displays options app

Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder35To search for a title by genre (HDD only)1 Press < while the Title List is displayed.2

36You can check the playing time of the current title, chapter, track, or disc. Also, you can check the disc name recorded on the DVD/CD.Press DISPLAY

Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder374. Changing the Name of a Recorded ProgrammeYou can label a DVD, title, or programme by en

385. Labelling and Protecting a DiscYou can execute options effective for the entire disc in the “Disc Setup” setup.1 Insert a disc.See “1. Inserting

Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder394 Select “Basic,” and press ENTER.5 Select “Protect Disc,” and press ENTER.6 Select “On,”

4• Do not attempt to replace or upgrade the hard disk by yourself, as this may result in malfunction.If the hard disk drive should malfunction, you ca

401 Insert a disc.See “1. Inserting a Disc” on page 31.2 Press SYSTEM MENU.The System Menu appears.3 Select “Disc Setup,” and press ENTER.4 Select “Fi

Seven Basic Operations — Getting to Know Your DVD Recorder41For DVD-RWs (Video mode)DVD-RWs (Video mode) that have been finalised to prohibit addition

427. Reformatting a DiscNew discs are automatically formatted when inserted. If necessary, you can manually re-format a DVD+RW, DVD-RW, or DVD-R disc

43RecordingRecordingTimer RecordingYou can set the timer for a total of 32 programmes (8 programmes when using the VPS/PDC function), up to 30 days in

444 Select “OK,” and press ENTER.The “Timer List” display appears (page 46). The timer recording indicator lights up on the front panel display and th

45RecordingYou 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

46Checking/Changing/Cancelling Timer Settings (Timer List)You can check, change, or cancel timer settings using the Timer List.1 Press TIMER.The “Time

47RecordingRecording from Connected EquipmentYou can set the recorder to automatically record programmes from connected equipment that has a timer fun

48You 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

49PlaybackPlaybackPlaying1 Press HDD or DVD.• If you select DVD, insert a disc (see “1. Inserting a Disc” on page 31).• If you insert a DVD VIDEO, VID

5About this manual• 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

50To 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

51PlaybackTo check the position of the buttons below, see the illustration on page 49.Playback optionsButtonsOperationsANGLE Changes the angles for a

52b 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

53Playback1 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

54*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

55PlaybackAdvanced Playback FunctionsYou can pause a current TV broadcast, and record it on the HDD, then continue watching the programme at a later t

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

57Playback5 Press ENTER.Playback starts from the selected number.z HintYou can search for a title/track/chapter by entering the title/track/chapter nu

58Erasing and EditingBefore EditingThis recorder offers various edit options for various disc types.b Notes• You may lose the edited contents if you r

59Erasing and EditingErasing and Editing a TitleThis section explains the basic edit functions. Note that editing is irreversible. To edit DVD-RWs/DVD

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

60z HintYou can exit “Multi-Mode” by pressing , and selecting “Single-Mode” while selecting titles.You can select a section (scene) in a title and era

61Erasing and Editing4 Press ENTER.For the HDD, the display asks for confirmation.5 Select “Yes,” and press ENTER (HDD only).The title is divided into

621 After step 4 of “Erasing and Editing a Chapter,” select “Divide.”2 Select a chapter using </,.3 Select the dividing point using m/M or H, and p

63Erasing and EditingCreating and Editing a PlaylistPlaylist edit allows you to edit or re-edit without changing the actual recordings. You can create

641 Press TITLE LIST, and switch to the Playlist.For details on switching to the Playlist, see page 58.2 Select a Playlist title containing the chapte

65Dubbing (HDD y DVD)Dubbing (HDD y DVD)Before DubbingIn this section, “dubbing” refers to “copying a recorded title on the internal hard disk drive (

66HDD/DVD DubbingYou can dub a single title by pressing the HDD/DVD DUB button during playback. You can also dub from finalised DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs (Video

67Dubbing (HDD y DVD)C Dubbing step numberDisplay 1: Select a title you want to dub (the “Select Titles” display).Display 2: Edit a title (the “Title

68To edit titles on the Dubbing List1 Follow steps 1 to 7 of “Dubbing Using Dubbing List” on page 66.The “Title Edit” display appears.2 Select a title

69Dubbing (HDD y DVD)Making 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 mod

7Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

70HDD Camcorder DubbingBefore HDD Camcorder DubbingYou can dub the contents of a Sony HDD camcorder to the hard disk drive of the recorder via the USB

71HDD Camcorder DubbingConnect an HDD camcorder to the USB jack on the recorder.Refer as well to the instruction manual supplied with the HDD camcorde

72One-Touch Dubbing from HDD Camcorder (ONE-TOUCH DUB)You can dub contents of your HDD camcorder onto the HDD of the recorder with a single press of t

73HDD Camcorder Dubbing6 Select “Yes,” and press ENTER.The recorder starts dubbing the contents on the HDD camcorder to the HDD Title List of the reco

74DV Camcorder DubbingBefore DV Camcorder DubbingThis section explains dubbing with a DV camcorder and playing the contents of a DV camcorder via the

75DV Camcorder Dubbing1 Press HDD or DVD to select the recording destination.If you select DVD, insert a disc (see “1. Inserting a Disc” on page 31).2

76Dubbing an Entire DV Format Tape (DV One-Touch Dubbing)You can record the entire contents of a DV/Digital8 format tape onto a disc with a single pre

77DV Camcorder Dubbingz HintYou can turn off the dubbing menu by pressing the DISPLAY button during dubbing. Press the DISPLAY button again to display

78Music JukeboxAbout JukeboxThere are two methods to use Jukebox: connecting the USB device or copying audio tracks to the HDD.When using Jukebox, you

79Music Jukebox6 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

8HDD Camcorder Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70Before HDD Camcorder Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

80Playing Audio Tracks Using Jukebox/USB Device1 Press SYSTEM MENU.The System Menu appears.2 Select “Music Jukebox,” and press ENTER.3 Select “Listen

81Music JukeboxYou 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 Audi

82You 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 device to crea

83Music JukeboxManaging Audio Tracks on the Music Jukebox (HDD only)You can erase or label artists/albums/tracks on the HDD.1 Press SYSTEM MENU.The Sy

84Photo AlbumAbout the “Photo Album” FunctionThe “Photo Album” function enables you to do following.• Store JPEG image files on the HDD.• View JPEG im

85Photo Album3 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

861 Press SYSTEM MENU.The System Menu appears.2 Select “Photo Album,” and press ENTER.The “Photo Album” menu appears.3 Select “View/Edit Photos on the

87Photo Album7 Select an album, and press ENTER.A check mark appears in the check box by the selected item.• To clear the check mark, press ENTER agai

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

89Photo Album12-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 disp

9Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96Adjusting Picture Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

90To switch between the album list and JPEG image file list1 Press < while the “Photo Album” list is displayed.2 Select “Display Mode” using M/m, a

91Photo AlbumTo play a slideshow with the sound (HDD only)You can enjoy a slideshow while listening to the sound stored in the HDD. First prepare Musi

926 Select a graphic effect and a Music Playlist using </M/m/,, and press ENTER.• “Theme”: Select a theme. The recorder adds graphic effects accord

93Photo AlbumManaging JPEG Image Files on the HDD1 Press SYSTEM MENU.The System Menu appears.2 Select “Photo Album,” and press ENTER.The “Photo Album”

94Printing JPEG Image FilesYou can print JPEG image files on the HDD, DATA DVDs/DATA CDs, or connected USB device by connecting a PictBridge-compatibl

95Photo AlbumTo cancel printingPress ENTER.To display the connected printerSelect “Confirm Printer” of “USB” in the “Options 2” setup (page 117).To re

96Settings and AdjustmentsAdjusting Picture Quality* DivX video file onlyYou can adjust the picture quality from the connected equipment, such as a TV

97Settings and AdjustmentsSetting options for recording picture qualityFor details about each setting, see the explanation of the display.Setting opti

98b Notes• If the outlines of the images on your screen become blurred, set “BNR” and/or “MNR” to “Off.”• Depending on the disc or the scene being pla

99Settings and AdjustmentsUsing the Setup MenusYou can change the settings of the recorder, such as picture quality settings, audio settings, etc.1 Pr