Recording on a video tape

You can record from a VCR, a TV, a DVD player or an LD player using the receiver. You can also add audio from a variety of audio sources when editing a video tape. See the operating instructions of your VCR or LD player if you need help.

1 Select the program source to be recorded.

2 Prepare the component for playing.

For example, insert the laser disc you want to record into the LD player.

3 Insert a blank video tape into the VCR (VIDEO 1) for recording.

4 Start recording on the recording VCR,

then start playing the video tape or laser disc you want to record.

Tip

You can record the sound from any audio source onto a video tape while copying from a video tape or laser disc. Locate the point where you want to start recording from another audio source, select the program source, then start playback. The audio from that source will be recorded onto the audio track of the video tape instead of the audio from the original medium. To resume audio recording from the original medium, select the video source again.

Notes

•Make sure to make both digital and analog connections to the VIDEO 2 and DVD/LD inputs. Analog recording is not possible if you make only digital connections.

•When MULTI CH IN is selected, the analog audio signals of the current function is output from the REC OUT jacks (HT-6500DP and HT-5500D ony).

Using the Sleep Timer

You can set the receiver to turn off automatically at a specified time.

Press SLEEP on the front panel (HT-1700D only) or on the remote while the power is on.

Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows:

2-00-00 t 1-30-00 t 1-00-00 t 0-30-00

tOFF

The display dims after you have specified the time.

Tips

•You can freely specify the time. After pressing SLEEP, specify the time you want using the MENU

/and MENU +/– on the receiver. The sleep time changes in 1 minute intervals. You can specify up to 5 hours.

•To check the remaining time before the receiver turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in the display.

Adjustments using the

SET UP button

The SET UP button allows you to make the following adjustments.

1 Press SET UP.

2 Press MENU or MENU to select

the parameter you want to adjust.

3 Press MENU + or MENU – to select the setting you want.

The setting is entered automatically.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have set all of the parameters that follow.

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Other Operations

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HT-1700D, HT-6500DP, HT-5500D specifications

The Sony HT-5500D, HT-6500DP, and HT-1700D are three outstanding home theater systems designed to enhance your audio experience, offering a blend of performance, advanced technologies, and user-friendly features. Each model is tailored to meet various needs and preferences, appealing to both casual listeners and audiophiles alike.

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In summary, whether it is the powerful HT-5500D, the versatile HT-6500DP, or the compact HT-1700D, Sony offers a range of home theater systems designed to elevate the audio experience. Each model comes packed with features aimed at enhancing sound quality, connectivity, and user experience, catering to diverse preferences and needs within the realm of home entertainment.
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