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Connecting Additional Equipment 2-176-411-22(1)
High-Definition
Digital Video Recorder
Operation Manual
DHG-HDD250
DHG-HDD500
© 2005 Sony Corporation
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User Guide ✍ You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not WARNING expressly approved in this manual could void your Limited Warranty. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the HD Digital Video Recorder to rain or moisture. Regulatory Information: FCC Part 15 CAUTION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of DO NOT OPEN the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
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Connecting Additional Equipment CAUTION Trademarks and Copyrights Do not attempt to modify this product in any way Sony is a trademark of Sony Corporation. without written authorization from Sony Electronics, In the United States, TV Guide On Screen and other Inc. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s related marks are registered marks of Gemstar-TV authority to operate this product. This equipment is Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates. In intended to receive
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User Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY Precautions INSTRUCTIONS Hard disk drive precautions For your protection, please read these instructions The hard disk has a high storage density which completely, and keep this manual for future reference. enables long recording duration and quick access to Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, the written data. However, it can easily be damaged cautions and instructions placed on the unit, or by shock, vibration or dust, and should be kept away desc
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Connecting Additional Equipment Placement precautions Ventilation Clearance Inadequate ventilation or proximity to a heat When installing the unit, please allow enough space on source will cause decreased performance and all sides as indicated in the illustrations. reliability. Although the HD DVR is designed to automatically power off in extreme heat conditions, adequate care must be taken to avoid excessive heat build up. - Do not place the recorder on a soft surface, such as a rug
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User Guide
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Connecting Additional Equipment Table of Contents Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Understanding the Status Bar.............49 Package Contents...............................3 Pausing TV.........................................50 Optional Item .....................................3 Using Trick Play Features ..................51 Features ..............................................4 Recording Programs...........................53 Front Pane
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User Guide
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Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony® HD Digital Video Recorder. This manual is to be used for the following models: DHG-HDD250 and DHG-HDD500. Although there is a difference in the recording capacity between the two models, both models feature the same operation. Package Contents The package contains the following. Be sure to check these items before
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Operating Instructions Features Some of the features you will enjoy with your new HD DVR include: ❏ Digital Reception — You can watch digital television programs and enjoy the improved audio/video quality offered by these programs. With high-definition signal reception, you can watch TV signals broadcast in HDTV for the clearest possible broadcast picture. ❏ Digital Video Recorder — Watch TV on your schedule. Pause, rewind and fast forward shows at the press of a button. With digital video r
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Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Front Panel Indicators and Controls 76 1 2 3 5 4 Control Panel Description 1 POWER button Turns the HD DVR on or into inactive standby (off). 2 Display Window Shows the current status of the HD DVR with the following indicators: Power, Recording, Dolby Digital®, Clock, Channel Number and Name (if available); see details on page 6. The Format setting is displayed when pressing the FORMAT button. 3 EXIT button Clears on-screen dis
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Operating Instructions Display Window 8 9 q; qa qs Display Description 8Power indicator Shows that the HD DVR is on. Note that your HD DVR may continue to record programming even when the Power indicator is off. 9REC indicator Shows that the HD DVR is currently recording a program. Recorded programs can be found in the Recordings List by pressing the REC LIST button or by selecting “RECORDINGS” from the TV Guide On Screen™ system. q;Dolby Digital Shows when current output is in Dolby Digit
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Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Rear Panel Connectors Connection Description CABLE IN Connects to a coaxial cable coming directly from your cable TV service outlet. qd Connection from a cable box that is supplied by your cable TV service provider is not recommended. Connects to an over-the-air or terrestrial antenna. qf ANT IN Provides high-definition or standard-definition component video signal to a qgComponent Video Y/PB/PR-compatible monitor.
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Operating Instructions Connection Description ql CONTROL S IN Allows the HD DVR to receive remote control signals from other Sony® infrared-controlled equipment that have a CONTROL S OUT function. For example, it may be useful to connect to the CONTROL S OUT jack of a Sony TV so that you may point your HD DVR remote control at the TV and remote control commands will be passed directly to your HD DVR. Use an optical digital audio cable (not supplied) to send a digital audio signal w; DIGIT
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Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Remote Control Inserting Batteries Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control as shown in the illustration below. Be sure to match the + and - terminals on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. 2 1 ✍ If you anticipate not using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. ✍ Avoid exposing the remote control to mo
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Operating Instructions Remote Control Description Button Description 1 DEVICE SWITCH Select the equipment (DVR, TV, DVD or AMP) that TV DVD qk 1 POWER DVR AMP you want to operate. The section “Using Your ql AUX DVR Remote Control to Operate Other Equipment” 2 w; SCREEN FORMAT PIC TV/VIDEO describes which buttons are available for each 3 wa MODE MODE device. CH 2 FORMAT Press to set the output resolution to either 1080i, P A ws G 720p, 480p, 480i, Native, Variable 1, Variable 2, E Variable
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Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) Button Description qj PREV Press to replay the current program from the previous Chapter Mark (if available) or from the beginning of the Live TV pause time. qk AUX (Power) Press to turn the selected TV, DVD or AMP on or off. (See “Using your DVR Remote Control with Other Equipment” on page 16.) ql DVR (Power) Press to turn the HD DVR on or into stand-by mode. The HD DVR may still record previously scheduled programs even wh
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Operating Instructions Programming the Remote Control If you would like to use your HD DVR’s remote control to control other equipment, you may need to program your remote control. Follow the steps below to program the remote control. ✍ The equipment must have infrared (IR) remote capability in order to be used with the remote control. Turn to “Manufacturer’s Codes” on page 14 and find the three-digit code number for the manufacturer of your component. If more than one code number is listed,
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Introduction to High-Definition Digital Video Recorder (HD DVR) To Search for a Code to Program the Remote Control If your device is not listed in the Manufacturer’s Code list, try the following: 1 Power on the HD DVR and the device that you want to operate with the HD DVR’s remote control. 2 Slide the switch at the left top corner of the remote control to the name of the device you want to program, such as a TV or DVD Player. 3 Press and hold the AUX POWER and MENU buttons simultaneously for
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Operating Instructions Manufacturer’s Codes When you are ready to program your HD DVR’s remote control to operate other connected devices, refer to the list below. If there is more than one code listed under your device, try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for that particular device. In some cases, you may not be able to operate your connected device with the HD DVR’s remote control. In such cases, use the remote control that came with your device. As you enter a
