Sony DAR-RD100 Overview, Step 1: Unpacking, Inserting batteries into the remote, Notes, Notes, Hookups and Settings

Hookups and Settings

Overview

Complete the following steps to start using this DVD recorder/home theatre system.

Step 1: Unpacking (page 12)

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Step 2: Connecting the Speaker System (page 14)

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Step 3: Connecting the FM/AM Aerials (page 17)

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Step 4: Connecting the Speaker System and Recorder (page 18)

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Step 5: Connecting the TV Aerial (page 19)

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Step 6: Connecting the TV and Recorder (page 20)

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Step 7: Connecting the Mains Leads (page 23)

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Step 8: Initial Setup (page 28)

Steps 1 to 4 are for the speaker system; steps 5 and 6 for the recorder. After finishing all of the hookups, connect the mains leads in step 7, and start setting up the system in “Step 8: Initial Setup.”

Notes

•Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.

•See the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.

•You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not have a SCART or video input jack.

•Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each component before connecting.

Step 1: Unpacking

Check that you have the following items.

In DVD carton box:

•DVD recorder (1)

•TV aerial cable (1)

In main carton box:

•Active subwoofer (1)

•Centre unit (1)

•Speakers (4)

•AM loop aerial (1)

•FM wire aerial (1)

•Speaker cords (short × 2, long × 2)

•Optical digital cord (1)

•Remote commander (remote) (1)

•R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

•Foot pads*

•Operating Instructions (1)

•Hookup Guide (card) (1)

* Attach the pads to the bottom of the speakers.

Inserting batteries into the remote

You can control the recorder and the speaker system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment.

Point the remote at (remote sensor) on the recorder. Or, point it at on the centre unit when operating the speaker system.

Notes

•If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 99).

•If you are using a non Sony TV, set the code number for the TV’s manufacturer (page 98).

•Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. Do not touch the liquid with bare hands should leakage occur. Observe the following:

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