Using the Quick Timer function

You 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 minute increments. The maximum duration is six hours.

(normal recording)

The time counter decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the recorder stops recording (the power does not turn off). Even if you turn off the recorder during recording, the recorder continues to record until the time counter runs out.

Note that the Quick Timer function does not work if “TV Direct Rec” is set to “On” in the “Recording” setup (page 66).

To cancel the Quick Timer

Press z REC repeatedly until the counter appears in the front panel display. The recorder returns to normal recording mode.

Adjusting the recording picture quality and size

You can adjust the recording picture quality and picture size.

Recording Timer

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OPTIONS

1 Before recording starts, press OPTIONS to select “Rec Settings,” and press ENTER.

2 Select the item you want to adjust, and press ENTER.

The adjustment display appears.

Example: Rec NR

“Rec Mode”:

Selects the recording mode for the desired recording time and picture quality. For more information, see “Recording mode” on page 36.

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