Sony RDR-HXD790 DVD Recorder User Manual


 
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Hookups and Settings
Hookups and Settings
Hooking Up the Recorder
Follow steps 1 through 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder. Do not connect
the mains lead until you reach “Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead” on page 27.
b Notes
See “Specifications” (page 162) for a list of supplied accessories.
Plug in cords securely to prevent unwanted noise.
Refer to 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.
The recorder incorporates both analogue and digital tuners. The programme guide and timer
recording method differ depending on which one you select. Depending on the broadcasts you
are receiving and your equipment, select one of the following aerial hookups. Do NOT set
“LINE 1 In” to “Decoder” in the “Video In/Out” setup (page 131) when making connection C.
b Note
Analogue broadcasts are scheduled to end at different times, depending on the country/area.
After analogue broadcasts end in your area, you will not be able to use hookup D to view TV broadcasts.
At that time, change to hookup A to view digital broadcasts.
Checking hookup and setting methods
When you receive Hookup Programme guide Timer recording using
programme guide
Freeview A (page 18) Digital Service
(page 50)
See page 53.
Both Freeview and
analogue terrestrial
broadcasting
B (page 19) Select Digital Service or
GUIDE Plus+ (page 30).
See page 53 when using
Digital Service.
See page 66 when using
GUIDE Plus+.
Satellite, Cable C (page 20) GUIDE Plus+ (page 61) See page 66.
Terrestrial D (page 21) GUIDE Plus+ (page 61) See page 66.