Sony RD-XS35SC, RD-XS35SU owner manual On DVD-R discs, On DVD-RW discs, Marks on DVD video discs

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On DVD-R discs

Standards

DVD-R for General Ver.2.0 discs can be used for recording and playback.

Discs compatible with the following recording speeds can also be used:

Ver. 2.0/2X

Ver. 2.0/4X

Ver. 2.0 or 2.1/8X Ver. 2.0 or 2.1/16X

Select discs labeled “for video,” “for recording,” “120 min.” etc.

Recording conditions

Images for which copying is prohibited or restricted (copy once or copy prohibited) cannot be recorded. Even if the disc is labeled as CPRM compatible, this recorder can only be used to record copy-free material.

DVD-VR mode recording is not possible.

Recommended discs

That’s (Taiyo-Yuden) 4X, 8X

Maxell 4X, 8X

On DVD-RW discs

Standards

Discs labeled DVD-RW Ver.1.1 or 1.2 can be used.

Discs compatible with the following recording speeds can also be used:

Ver. 1.1/2X

Ver. 1.2/4X

Ver. 1.2/6X

Select discs labeled “for video,” “for recording,” “120 min.” etc.

Recording conditions

Images for which copying is prohibited or restricted (copy once or copy prohibited) cannot be recorded. Even if the disc is labeled as CPRM compatible, this recorder can only be used to record copy-free material.

DVD-VR mode recording is not possible.

Recommended discs*

JVC 2X, 4X

*Operation has been confirmed with recommended discs and tested disc, but some other discs may not be usable.

Marks on DVD video discs

The following are examples of marks and the meanings.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Introduction

 

 

 

Mark

 

Meanings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

Number of audio streams

 

 

 

 

 

 

recorded in the disc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(2 streams such as English and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Japanese in this example.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

Number of subtitle languages

 

 

 

 

 

 

recorded in the disc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(2 subtitle languages are

 

Connections

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

recorded in the disc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

recorded in this example.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Number of camera angles

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

(3 camera angles are recorded in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

this example.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4 : 3

 

 

Pictures are recorded in the

 

 

 

 

standard picture shape

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(4:3 aspect ratio).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pictures are recorded in the letter

 

 

 

 

L B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

box picture shape (4:3 aspect

 

setup

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ratio with horizontal black bars in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the top and bottom of pictures).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pictures are recorded in the 16:9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 6 : 9

L B

 

 

 

 

wide picture shape.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

display them in the letter box

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

style.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pictures are recorded in the 16:9

 

 

 

1 6 : 9

P S

 

 

 

 

wide picture shape.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

display them in the pan scan style

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(one or both sides of pictures

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

are cut).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Actual picture shape may vary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

depending on the aspect ratio or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mode selection of the TV.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents RD-XS35SU RD-XS35SC See service procedure This HDD/DVD video recorder employs a Laser SystemMay result in hazardous radiation exposure Location of the required label Important Safety Instructions Additional Safety Instructions Introduction PrecautionsWhen not in use Power outageIntroduction Wait Introduction PrecautionsConnections Accessories Remote control Batteries AAA x Installation procedurePlayback Restrictions About this productSome differences About the hard disc drive HDDUsing different disc types for different purposes For recording / playback Disc Mark Specification RemarksChoosing a disc Disc For playback only Disc Mark Specification RemarksOn DVD-RAM discs Introduction Choosing a discDVD-RAM discs with cartridges are recommended for recording On DVD-R discs On DVD-RW discsMarks on DVD video discs On storing discs Structure of disc contentsOn cleaning discs On handling discsTable of Contents Close the cover Preparation of the remote controlOperating with the remote control Open the cover Insert batteries AAA sizeConnection procedure When you connect a TV equipped with audio/ video inputsWhen you connect an audio system Connections Connecting an antenna and TVConnect to a TV equiped with audio/video inputs Connect the power cord of the recorder to a wall outletYou will need to Connecting to cable TV signalThis set-up will allow you to When the satellite system has audio/video outputs Connecting to a satellite systemConnecting the G-LINK cable Connecting to a TV equipped with component video inputs BITSTREAM/PCM Connecting to an audio systemRD-XS35SU/SCInstEp19-28 06.2.13, 433 PM Basic setup Starting up the recorder Basic setupTurning the power on ON/STANDBY button ON/STANDBY indicatorTurning the power off Startup/finishing closing iconsIf a message appears Press TV Guide TV Guide On Screen setupPress To select Setup Press To select No, repeat setupPress To select, then press Enter Setup selectionOr Postal Code, then press Enter Cable serviceBasic setup TV Guide On Screen setup ZIP or postal codeCable input Tuning channel for the cable boxDiagram. Confirm that the G-LINK cable Its wand is properly installed If OK, press EnterCable box code testing Cable box brand nameFollow the instructions, then press Enter Press To select, then press Enter Confirmation Antenna connectionRead the information and press Enter InformationTo select Language, then press Language settingPress Setup Press / to select Initial settings, then press EnterPress Setup to display the setup menu Satellite set top box settingPress Adjust or To set DBS to Not Used or Use Press Then press Adjust or To set IR control to On or OffPress Then press Adjust or To set Enter code to On or Off Press Enter Basic setup Satellite set top box settingRCA Satellite set top box brand codeOutput sound setting Press / to select Picture/Audio settings, then press EnterPress / to select Audio out select, then press Enter Press / to select the output sound format Once the proper setting is selected, pressTV shape setting Press / to select Display settings, then press EnterPress / to select TV shape, then press Press / to select the picture shape When the proper setting is selected, pressTake this step according to your preference and usage Remote control settingsOperating your TV with the remote control Release TV CodeJVC Brand code tablePress / to select Operational settings, then press Enter Setting up the recorder Press SetupRemote control mode is set to DR Rental Units Limited Ninety 90 Day Warranty on LaborLimited One 1 Year Warranty on Parts Your ResponsibilityHow to Obtain Warranty Services RD-XS35SU/SCInstEp48-56 06.2.13, 434 PM Memo

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