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3-081-195-71(1) DVD Recorder RDR-GX7 Operating Instructions © 2003 Sony Corporation - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. RDR-GX7 Serial No CAUTION You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
to this. If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. INPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote 27 If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder 28 Connecting a VCR or Similar Recording Device to the LINE Jacks 29 Connecting to a Satellite Receiver or a Cable Box 30 Operating the Recorder Guide to Displays 31 System Menu 31 - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
numbers appear in the display 104 Specifications 105 About i.LINK 106 About the Name "i.LINK 106 i.LINK Baud rate 106 i.LINK functions on this recorder 106 Required i.LINK Cable 106 Glossary 107 Language Code List 108 Index 109 Quick Guide to DVD Disc Types back cover 5 Table of Contents - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
playback. TV Virtual Surround Settings, "TVS" (page 58) Using only your TV's stereo speakers, the recorder is capable of reproducing dynamic surround sound from DVD-Video software's multi-channel audio signals. There are four surround modes to choose from. Editing a disc Playlist edit (DVD-RW in - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
used in this manual may not match the graphics displayed on your TV screen. • The explanations regarding discs in this manual refer to discs created on this recorder. The explanations do not apply to discs that are created on other recorders and played back on this recorder. 7 About This - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
is necessary to prepare the disc for recording. When using a DVD-RW This type of disc can be formatted in either DVD Video format (Video mode) or DVD Video Recording format (VR mode). Video mode discs can be played back on a variety of other DVD equipment.VR mode discs allow for more varied editing - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
and edit the contents of connected video equipment such as a digital video camera. Step 4: Playing the recorded contents You can select the title you want to play from a displayed menu, and immediately start playback. Recorded contents are more accessible on a disc than on a tape, the procedure - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
generally unnecessary when playing the disc on VR mode compatible equipment, playback on some equipment requires a finalized disc. You can still edit and record on the disc even after finalizing. When using a DVD+RW The recorder automatically finalizes a disc before ejecting it. Finalizing in this - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
(22, 38) Turns the recorder on and off. Lights up in green when the power is on. B Front panel display (14, 57) Displays the playing status, title/chapter/time, etc. C Disc tray (38) Opens to accept a disc. D (remote sensor) (22) Accepts the remote control signal. E Disc type indicators Lights up to - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
your TV when the TV/DVD switch is set to TV. Slide the cover. A TV/DVD switch (26) Switches the remote control to TV or DVD. B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (38) Opens or closes the disc tray. Note that it may take a few seconds for the disc tray to open after you have recorded or edited a disc. C Number - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
input source. wk ANGLE button (59) Changes the angles when playing a DVD VIDEO. wl WIDE MODE button (26) Changes the wide mode settings of your TV. e; MENU button (51) Displays the disc's menu on the TV screen. ea INSTANT SEARCH button (52) Briefly fast forwards the current scene. es INSTANT REPLAY - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
F CATV indicator Lights up when receiving a Cable TV programs. G Displays the following (57): • Playing time/remaining time • Current title/chapter/track/ index number • Recording time • Clock • Channel H Audio signal indicators (58) Lights up when playing Dolby Digital or DTS sound tracks. z Hint - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
22 • Step 6: Preparing the Remote page 22 • Step 7: Easy Setup page 22 • Setting up the VCR PlusR System. . . .page 25 • Setting Up the Remote page 26 • Connecting a VCR or Similar Recording Device to the LINE Jacks page 29 • Connecting to a Satellite Receiver or a Cable Box page 30 15 Quick - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
the recorder. Step 2: Connecting the Antenna Cable Select one of the following antenna hookups that best suits you below. Do not connect the power cord until you reach "Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord" (page 22). If you have Use Antenna only (no cable TV), or cable without cable box Hookup - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
-L VIDEO 1 S VIDEO OPTICAL 3 2 Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO OUT DVD recorder ~ AC IN VHF/UHF IN to VHF/UHF IN OUT to VHF/UHF OUT TV to antenna input Antenna cable (supplied) : Signal flow z Hint If the cable box has the audio/video output jacks, connect them to the LINE IN 1 or 3 jacks of - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
amplifier (receiver) : Signal flow When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen. To change the aspect ration, see page 94. If your TV has a CONTROL S jack You can control the recorder by operating the remote toward the TV. This feature is - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
compatibility with this model 480p DVD recorder, please contact our customer service center. Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords Select the connection that best suits your system. Be sure to read the instructions for the components you wish to connect. Connection A TV • Surround effects: Dynamic - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
OUT DVD recorder ~ AC IN A LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L VIDEO 1 S VIDEO to LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) 1 or 2 2 (yellow)* (yellow) (white) (white) (red) (red) Audio/video cord (supplied) TV INPUT VIDEO L AUDIO R : Signal flow * The yellow plug is used for video signals (page 18). z Hint When connecting - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
[Speakers] Rear (L) Rear (R) Front (R) Center Front (L) Subwoofer Rear (mono) : Signal flow z Hint For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions of the connected components. Note When connecting 6 speakers, replace the monaural rear speaker with a center speaker, 2 rear - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
up in green. c Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on your TV screen. "Initial settings necessary to operate the DVD recorder will be made. You can change them later using Setup." appears. If this message does not appear, select "Easy Setup" from "SETUP - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
Clock 2/5 Select a method for setting the clock. If you select "Auto", this recorder will look for a time signal when you turn it off. Auto Manual f Press M/m to select the item that matches the antenna connection you selected on page 16 (Hookup 1, 2, or 3). ◆ Hookup 1 and 3 Select "Auto," then - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
the cable box on. • To record TV programs using the timer, you must set the clock accurately. B-2 C-2 • D-PCM D • Dolby Digital (only if the amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital decoder) m Press ENTER. The Setup Display for selecting the type of DTS signal appears. EASY SETUP Audio Connection - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
number. Settings - Set VCR Plus+ Channels Guide CH TV CH 25 - - ---- - - 36 a Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is stopped. The System Menu appears. SYSTEM DVD Recorder Dual RW Compatible MENU TITLE LIST Plays/erases/edits recorded titles. TIMER TIMER LIST DV/D8 EDIT SETUP b Press - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
To go to the next page, press m. To return to the previous page, press M. Setting Up the Remote You can control your TV with the supplied remote by adjusting the remote control's signal. If you connected the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you can also control the volume with the supplied - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
until you find the one that works with your TV. Manufacturer Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daytron Emerson Fisher of your AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote Number buttons, SET TV/DVD switch "/1 VOL +/- a Slide the TV/DVD switch to DVD. b Hold down [/1, and enter the - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
from the other Sony DVD recorder or player. The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote is DVD3. SYSTEM MENU RETURN M/m, ENTER d Press M/m to select "Command Mode," then press ENTER. SETUP Settings Video Audio Features Options Format Disc : Dimmer : Auto Display - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
AUDIO-L VIDEO 1 S VIDEO OPTICAL 3 2 Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO OUT DVD recorder ~ AC IN : Signal flow Notes • If you pass the recorder signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on the TV screen. DVD recorder VCR TV • Do not connect the yellow LINE IN (VIDEO) jack when using an - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
for more information. Notes • Synchro-Recording does not work with some boxes. For details, refer to the box's operating instructions. • When connecting the LINE IN jacks to the cable box, be sure to also connect the recorder's antenna to the cable box. 30 Connecting to a Satellite Receiver or - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
. SYSTEM DVD Recorder Dual RW Compatible MENU TITLE LIST Plays/erases/edits recorded titles. TIMER TIMER LIST DV/D8 EDIT SETUP 1 TITLE LIST (page 53, 64): Turns on the Title List menu, which shows recorded titles on the disc. 2 TIMER (page 40): Allows you to set a new timer recording setting - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
play DVD VIDEOs, CDs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs. • The Title List may not appear for discs created on other DVD recorders. • On this model • When all the titles on the disc fit on a single page, you disc or recorder. Example 1: When you press TOOLS while the Title List menu is turned on. Options for the disc - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Recorder Number Title 1 2ch 1:00PM - 2:00PM Close9/15 2 5ch Play 8:00PM - 9:00PM 9/17 Play From Start 3 12ch 9:00AM - 9:30AM Erase9/25 4 3ch ◆ Using the TOOLS menu Use the TOOLS menu to display options for the entire disc. A Press TOOLS. The TOOLS menu appears. B Press M/m to select the - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
program by entering characters. You can enter up to 64 characters for a title/disc/program name, but the actual number of characters displayed in the menus such as the Title List will vary. When the display for entering characters - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
(Revision 1.0), or up to 4×-speed DVD+RWs. Note that high-speed discs will not record at higher speed. You cannot record on the disc if it is not 1×-speed compatible. • Use a disc with CPRM to record Copy-Once TV programs (page 36). • It is recommended that you use discs with "For Video" printed on - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
- Creates chapters manually or automatically (page 67) - Various editing options using a created Playlist (page 67) - Records Copy-Once programs provided that the disc has CPRM Notes • To play a recorded disc on other DVD equipment, you need to finalize the disc. For details on finalizing, see page - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
the recording modes (approximate) • Disc space bar (approximate) • Remaining disc space/total disc space (approximate) 8 Disc setting buttons • Disc Name: Labels the disc (page 72) • Protect Disc: Protects the disc (DVD-RW in VR mode only) (page 72) • Finalize: Finalizes the disc/Creates a DVD menu - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
9:00PM Wed 9/17 8:00PM( 1H00M) SP 0.6GB Recording TV programs Before you start... • Check that the disc has enough available space for the recording (page 37). • Adjust the recording picture quality and picture size if necessary (page 46). Z OPEN/CLOSE Number buttons, SET DISPLAY z REC REC MODE - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
(page 17), you cannot watch a cable TV program while recording another cable TV program. With the recording side facing down d Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray. Wait until "LOAD" disappears from the front panel display. If you use an unused DVD, formatting starts automatically. When using - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
page 46). Setting the timer manually (Standard) Z OPEN/CLOSE "/1 [TIMER] SYSTEM MENU RETURN TOOLS - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
. To remind you of the timer setting, a message appears on your TV screen five minutes before the timer recording starts. Notes • If "The disc is full or nearly full" appears on the screen, change the disc, or make available space for the recording (DVD-RW/DVD+RW only). • Check that the clock is - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
9:00AM - 10:15AM 3ch SLP Thu 10/30 4:00PM - 5:00PM 125ch SLP 1 Disc name To enter a disc name, see "Labeling a disc (Disc Name)" (page 72). 2 Timer information: Displays the recording date, time, recording mode, etc. • ❐ indicates the overlapped setting. • a (red) indicates the setting currently - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
overlap If the timer is set using the manual or VCR Plus+ setting, the program set last has priority. Example: you set the timer in order of A, B, and C (setting C has first priority) 7:00 A will be cut off 9:00 B 11:00 10:30 C Actual recording A B C 7:00 9:00 10:30 If you give - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on the TV screen. ◆ When using an amplifier (receiver) Turn on the amplifier (receiver) and select the appropriate channel so that you can hear sound from the recorder. c Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on the disc tray. d Press Z OPEN - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
cannot be made. • You can also use the recorder even when the recorder stands by for recording. To remind you of the timer setting, a message appears on your TV screen five minutes before the timer recording starts. To stop recording during timer recording Press x REC STOP. If the timer settings - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
instance, if a 16:9 size picture is received, the disc records the picture as 16:9 even if "Rec Screen Size" is set to "4:3." For DVD+RWs, the screen size is fixed at "4:3." ◆ Rec NR (noise reduction) Reduces noise contained in the video signal. ◆ Rec Video Equalizer Adjusts the picture in greater - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
the signal from the recorder appears on the TV screen. ◆ When using an amplifier (receiver) Turn on the amplifier (receiver) and select the appropriate channel so that you can hear the sound from the recorder. c Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a recordable disc on the disc tray. d Press Z OPEN/CLOSE - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
a Copy-Once signal, use a DVD-RW (Ver. 1.1 with CPRM) in VR mode for recording. For details, see "Unrecordable pictures" (page 36). • When using the Synchro Rec function, do not use the VCR control function on connected equipment. • To use the connected equipment while the recorder is standing by - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
this recorder. If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message "Playback prohibited by region code." will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions. 00V 00Hz 00W NO. X RDR - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on the TV screen. ◆ When using an amplifier Turn on the amplifier (receiver) and select the appropriate channel so that you can hear sound from the recorder. c Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray. d Place a disc on the disc tray. 50 Playing Discs - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
See "Finalizing a disc (Finalize)" (page 73) for more information about finalizing and DVD menus. Using the PROGRESSIVE button You can fine-tune the Progressive 480p video signal output when you press PROGRESSIVE on the front panel (the PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up) and connect the recorder using - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
track. For DVD-RWs (VR mode), you can manually add chapter marks (page 67). All discs Stop play and remove the disc Press Z OPEN/CLOSE. All discs Replay the Actual speeds may differ with some discs or recording modes. * Music CDs cannot be played at FR3/FF3. Push m / M Jog Stick for more - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
the point where you pressed x STOP. • For DVDs: Resume Play works as long as you do not open the disc tray (you may turn off the recorder). • For CDs: Resume Play works as long as you do not turn off the recorder or open the disc tray. 1 While playing a disc, press x STOP to stop playback. "RESUME - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
recorded on this recorder. To change a title thumbnail picture (Thumbnail) (DVD-RW in VR mode only) You can select a favourite scene for a thumbnail picture in a zoomed Title List menu. 1 Press TITLE LIST while a disc is in the recorder watching the playback picture, press H PLAY, X PAUSE, or m/M to - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
You can search a DVD by title or chapter, and a CD by track. Since titles and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, you can select the cancel the number, then select another number. d Press SET. The recorder starts playback from the selected title/ chapter/track/scene. Number buttons, - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
Playing time of the current disc • Remaining time of the current disc • Disc name To check the disc name (except DVD VIDEO) Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly while the Display 2 is displayed. The text appears only when text is recorded on a CD, or if you input the disc's name. To label a DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
, the DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats. ◆When playing a DVD-RW in VR mode The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed. The default setting is underlined. For a disc recorded on this recorder, the sound can be selected only if recorded from equipment connected to the - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
When playing a DVD, you can check the format of the current audio signal (Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM, etc.). Press DISPLAY. The following display appears. Example: Dolby Digital 5.1 ch Rear (L/R) TV Virtual Surround Settings (TVS) When you connect a stereo TV or two front speakers, TVS (TV Virtual - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
the TOOLS menu (page 61). Notes • When the playing signal does not contain a signal for the rear speakers, the surround effects will be difficult to hear. • When you select one of the surround modes, turn off the surround setting of the connected TV or amplifier (receiver). • Make sure that your - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
"Off". Notes • Depending on the DVD VIDEO, you may not be able to change the subtitle language even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on it. You also may not be able to turn them off. • You cannot change the subtitles when playing a disc recorded on this recorder. a Press TOOLS during playback - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
with some screen sizes. • When playing a disc recorded in SLP recording mode, the BNR setting may (TVS) Surround (TVS) Select a surround effect. Off Dynamic Wide Night Standard ◆ Surround (DVD VIDEO frequency of audio source This function affects output signals from the LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) 1/2 - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
64). - Erasing a title (page 65). - Erasing multiple titles (page 65). Notes • Once the disc is finalized, you cannot edit or record on the disc (except for DVD-RWs in VR mode and DVD+RWs). • You cannot create a Playlist (see below) on a DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD+RW, or DVD-Rs. 62 Before Editing - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
create a Playlist, only the control information necessary for playback, such as the playback order, is stored on the disc. Example: You have recorded the final few matches of a football tournament on a DVD-RW (VR mode). You want to create a digest with the goal scenes and other highlights, but you - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
the original recordings, create a Playlist (page 67). Notes • If "No new data can be added to this disc" appears on the screen, erase any unwanted titles before editing. • For DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs (Video mode): Finish all the editing before finalizing the disc. You cannot edit a finalized disc. • For - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
the sub-menu. ◆For DVD-Rs: Note that erasing titles on a DVD-R does not increase available disc space. ◆For DVD-RWs (VR mode): Note M/m to select the title, then press ENTER. A check mark appears in the check box next to the selected title. To clear the check mark, press ENTER again. Erase Titles - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
press ENTER. z Hint If you are using a DVD-RW (Video mode) or DVD+RW, you can erase a title using the Disc Map (page 38). Erasing a section of a B 0:23:45 e While watching the playback picture, set point B using H PLAY, X PAUSE, and m/M, then press ENTER. The display asks for confirmation. A-B - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
Editing a DVD f Press - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
Playlist title, then press ENTER. A check mark appears in the check box next to the selected title. To clear the check mark, press While watching the playback picture, select the end point of the scene using H PLAY, X PAUSE, and m/M, then press ENTER. The display asks for confirmation. Capture - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
point) 2 5ch 8:00PM - 9:00PM Editing a DVD n Press - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
appears, press TOOLS, and select "Playlist" from the TOOLS menu. 0:12:34 d While watching the picture on the screen, move the playback point using H PLAY, X PAUSE, and m/M. e Press ENTER at the point where you want to divide the title. The display asks for confirmation. Divide Do you want to - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
Editing a DVD Combining multiple Playlist titles (Combine Titles) You can add appears, press TOOLS and select "Playlist" from the TOOLS menu. Note Erasing Playlist titles will not free up disc space. To cancel the selection, move the cursor to the selected title by pressing M/m, then press ENTER - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
Movie Media DVD-RW Format VR Title no. Original 3 / Playlist 2 Close Disc Name Protect Disc e Press RETURN to turn off the display. Note The disc name will not appear when the disc is played on a different recorder. Labeling a disc (Disc Name) Protecting a disc (Protect Disc) You can - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
other DVD equipment (a message appears), unfinalize the disc. Select "Unfinalize" in step 3 above. z Hint You do not need to finalize a disc again once the disc has been finalized with this recorder. Notes • Depending on the condition of the disc, recording, or the DVD equipment, discs may not play - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
of DVDRWs, or record again on DVD-RWs (Video mode) that have been finalized. Make sure nothing important is left on the disc, as all the disc contents will be erased. For DVD+RWs, reformat the disc if you want to create a blank disc. a Press TOOLS while the disc is in the recorder. The TOOLS menu - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
signals. The DV IN jack on this recorder conforms to the i.LINK standard. You can connect other equipment that has an i.LINK (DV) jack. For more information, see "About i.LINK" (page 106). If you plan to do additional editing on a disc after the initial dub, use the DV IN jack and record on a DVD - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
Hookups DVD recorder To DV IN i.LINK cable (not supplied) DV output Digital video camera : Signal flow c Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray. Wait until "LOAD" disappears from the front panel display. If you use an unused DVD, formatting starts automatically. When using an unused DVD-RW, - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
/11/02 1:00PM - 12/11/02 7:05PM 1H16M 6/10 DV12/24/02 11:34AM - 12/25/02 1:24PM 1H24M 6/18 1 Disc mark 2 Program name 3 Total playing time 4 Date of editing or recording ◆About the "Scene List" The contents of the programs are contained in the "Scene List." A thumbnail of each scene, as well - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
you set "Finalize Disc" to "Auto" in Features Setup (page 98), the recorded disc will automatically be finalized after recording is finished. Notes • The recorder does not instructions of "Recording From Equipment Connected to the LINE IN Jacks" (page 88). • In order for a One Touch Dub recording - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
Program Edit Connecting a Digital Video Camera or Other Equipment You can select scenes from a DV/Digital8 format tape, and then automatically record selected scenes to a disc of your choice. Example for DVD-RWs (VR mode) a a c c SYSTEM MENU RETURN H PLAY - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
point (end of the scene on the tape) appears. The scene starts to play in the background from the IN point. Select scene(Set OUT point) IN 0: name is fixed, and the display asks whether to start recording. If you want to change the recording mode, press - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
repeatedly to turn off the display. Notes • The disc may not be recorded as programmed if the tape's time code is not sequential or there are blanks between the recordings on the tape. In this case, follow the instructions of "Recording From Equipment Connected to the LINE IN Jacks" (page 88). • The - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
recording using the DV IN jack" (page 75), then press SYSTEM MENU. Insert a DVD-RW (VR mode) into the recorder. Make sure that the disc has enough free space to record manually A Press - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
Edited Contents (Copy Dubbing)" (page 86). Notes • The disc may not be recorded as programmed if the tape's time code is not sequential or there are blanks between the recordings on the tape. In this case, follow the instructions of "Recording From Equipment Connected to the LINE IN Jacks" (page 88 - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
disc of your choice. To use this function, you will do the following: Connect your digital video camera and prepare for editing Be sure to use the original DV/Digital8 format tape and the DVD 1H24M 6/18 1 Disc mark 2 Program name 3 Total playing time 4 Date of editing or recording d Press M/m to - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
menu appears. To capture scenes manually, select "Manual," then press ENTER. The rewritten. To dub the selected scenes to a disc, go to step 4 of "Creating a Copy . The Playlist will be created on the inserted DVD-RWs (VR mode). 1 While the DV/D8 Connecting a Digital Video Camera or Other Equipment - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
disc of your choice. To use this function, you will do the following: Connect your digital video camera and prepare for recording Be selected scenes to a disc The recorder will fast forward and rewind the tape automatically and record the scenes to a disc of your choice. On a DVD-RW (VR mode), - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
If you want to play the disc on other DVD equipment, finalize the disc (page 73). • In order for a One Touch Dub recording to be added to recorded material. • This function may not work with certain digital video cameras. In this case, follow the instructions of "Recording From Equipment Connected - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
signals to the recorder for recording. Use the DV IN jack on the front panel if the equipment has a DV output jack (i.LINK jack). See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. Connecting other equipment to the LINE 2 IN jacks You can monitor the recorded picture with a TV - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
You can select either sound when playing a disc. Select "Main/Sub" only when using a DVD-RW (VR mode). For other discs, select "Stereo." Only stereo sound is recorded. g Press X REC PAUSE to set this recorder to record pause. h Insert the source tape into the connected equipment and set to playback - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
Menu SYSTEM DVD Recorder Dual RW Compatible MENU TITLE LIST Plays/erases/edits recorded titles. TIMER Settings Video Audio Features Options Easy Setup TV Type : 4 : 3 Letter Box Pause Mode : Auto Component Black Level Video Audio Features Options Format Disc : Dimmer : Auto Display - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
in the disc take priority TV Type : 16 : 49: 3 Letter Box Pause Mode : 4 : 3AutLoetter Box Component Black Leve4l : 3OnPan Scan Progressive Mode : Auto Line1 Input : Video Line3 Input : Video a Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is stopped. The System Menu appears. SYSTEM DVD Recorder - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
receivable channels. The recorder can receive VHF channels Cable : Auto Preset Manual Set : AFT : Cable Add On 3 Press M/m to select "Antenna/Cable," then press ENTER. Settings - Tuner Preset Ch1 Antenna / Cable : Auto Preset Manual Set : AFT : CAanbtelenna Cable Add On ◆ To preset cable TV - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
Cable : Auto Preset Manual Set : AFT : Cable Add OOnn Off 6 Press M/m to select "On," then press ENTER. On Normally select this. Off Allows you to adjust the pictures manually you select "Auto", this recorder will look for a time signal when you turn it off. Auto Manual 3 Press - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
. Note If you select a language in "DVD Menu," "Subtitle," or "Audio" that is not recorded on the DVD VIDEO, one of the recorded languages will be automatically selected. Video Settings Choose the settings according to the TV, tuner, or decoder to be connected. Select "Video" in the Setup Display - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
for the LINE IN 3 jack on the rear panel of the recorder. Video S Video Inputs video signals. Inputs S video signals. Audio Settings The Audio Setup allows you to set the sound according to the playback and connection conditions. Select "Audio" in the Setup Display. To use the display, see - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
out from the speakers, and may affect your ears or cause speaker damage. ◆Dolby Digital (DVDs only) Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal. D-PCM Dolby Digital Select this when the recorder is connected to an audio component lacking a built-in Dolby Digital decoder. You can select whether the - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
Setup" in Options Setup (page 99). • When you play discs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this recorder. • Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the Parental Control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
Touch Dubbing Displays the following items. ◆Finalize Disc Selects whether or not to finalize the disc automatically following One Touch Dub (page 78). Auto Manual Automatically finalizes the disc following One Touch Dub. Allows you to finalize the disc manually. ◆Add to Edit List Automatically - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
, or ENTER. The dialogue box appears. 4 Press - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder) Select this to restart Easy Setup mode for basic setup. Select "Easy Setup" in the Setup Display. To use the display, - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
the recorder appears on the TV screen. Picture noise appears. , The disc is dirty or flawed. , If the picture output signal from your recorder passes through your VCR to get to your TV, or if you are connected to a combination TV/VIDEO player, the copy-protection signal applied to some DVD programs - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
antenna. , Adjust the picture (see the TV's instruction manual). , Place the recorder and TV farther apart. , Place the TV and any bunched antenna cables farther apart. TV channels cannot be changed. , Switch the input selector to TV. , Connect the antenna cable correctly (page 16). The picture from - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
(page 93). , The channel was disabled after the timer recording is set. (See "Manual Set" on page 92.) , Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet, and connect it again. , The program contains copy protection signals that restricts copying. , The timer setting overlapped with another setting - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
seconds for the disc tray to open after you have recorded or edited a disc. This is because the recorder is adding disc data to the disc. The disc tray does not open and "TRAY LOCKED" appears on the front panel display. , Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. "RECOVERY - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
Recording/ Playback) Frequency response DVD (Dolby Digital 48 kHz): 10 Hz-20 kHz (±1.0 dB) Signal-to-noise ratio DVD: 96 dB Harmonic distortion DVD: 0.004 % Dynamic range DVD: 96 dB The signals from LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) jack are measured. When you play Antenna cable (1) Remote commander (remote) (1) - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
MV signals from equipment such as a MICRO MV digital video camera with an i.LINK jack. For further precautions, see the notes on page 75. For details on precautions when connecting this recorder, also see the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected. Required i.LINK Cable Use the Sony - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
theaters. Video based DVDs, such as television dramas or sit-coms, display images at 30 frames (or 60 fields) per second. Index (page 57) A number that divides a track into sections to easily locate the point you want on a CD. Depending on the disc, no index may be recorded. Interlace format (page - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
Language Code List For details, see pages 57, 60, 94. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code 1027 1028 1032 1039 1044 1045 1051 1052 1053 1057 1059 1060 1061 1066 1067 1070 1079 1093 1097 1103 1105 1109 1130 1142 1144 1145 1149 1150 1151 1157 1165 1166 1171 1174 - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
Information Q Quick Guide to DVD Disc Types back cover Quick Timer 39 R Rec Mode Adjust 41 Recording 35 picture adjustment 46 recordable discs 35 recording format 36 recording mode 36 while watching another programme 39 RECOVERY 104 Region code 49 Remote 22, 26 Resume Play 53 "Play From Start" 53 - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
42 Timer recording check/change/cancel 42 manual setting 40 Rec Mode Adjust 41 Synchro Rec 47 VCR Plus+ system 44 Title 107 Title List 32, 53, 67 Sort 54 Thumbnail 54 Zoom 54 "Title Name" 64 TOOLS menu 32 Track 107 Troubleshooting 101 "Tuner Audio" 95 "Tuner Preset" 23, 92 "TV Type" 23 - Sony RDR-GX7 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
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(DVD-RW, DVD+RW, or DVD-R) and a recording format (VR mode or Video mode for DVD-RW discs). Each disc can record for up to six hours. You want to... Record TV programs Reuse by deleting unwanted contents Edit recorded contents Edit/Record from connected equipment Copy discs for distribution Play on
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