Multi-Function Blu-Ray Disc™ /DVD Recorder
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4-281-572-12(1) Find a Type of Copy 8 Introducing 20 Preparations for Recording 28 Copying Videos 40 Copying Photos 51 Multi-Function Previewing disc 54 Blu-ray Disc™ Setup 56 /DVD Recorder Using with a Computer 60 Troubleshooting/ 64 References Additional Information 76 Operating Instructions VBD-MA1 © 2011 Sony Corporation Safety Regulations WARNING This symbol is intended to To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, alert the user to the do not expose this apparatus to rain or presence of uninsulated moisture. “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping that may be of sufficient or splashing and no objects filled with magnitude to constitute a liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the risk of electric shock to apparatus. persons. Do not install this equipment in a confined This symbol is intended to space such as a bookshelf or similar unit. alert the user to the presence of important CAUTION operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in The mains plug on this equipment must be the literature used to disconnect mains power. accompanying the Please ensure that the socket outlet is appliance. installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. This graphical symbol is located on the The use of optical instruments with this bottom of the unit. product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this product is harmful Important Safety Instructions to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the 1) Read these instructions. cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified 2) Keep these instructions. personnel only. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. This label is located on the laser protective 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. housing inside the enclosure. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an 2 electrician for replacement of the obsolete FCC Compliance Statements outlet. This equipment has been tested and found 10) Protect the power cord from being to comply with the limits for a Class B walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the convenience receptacles, and the point FCC Rules. These limits are designed to where they exit from the apparatus. provide reasonable protection against 11) Only use attachments/accessories harmful interference in a residential specified by the manufacturer. installation. This equipment generates, 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, uses, and can radiate radio frequency bracket, or table specified by the energy and, if not installed and used in manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. accordance with the instructions, may cause When a cart is used, use caution when harmful interference to radio moving the cart/apparatus combination to communications. However, there is no avoid injury from tip-over. guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning the following measures: storms or when unused for long periods of time. • Reorient or relocate the receiving 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service antenna. personnel. Servicing is required when the • Increase the separation between the apparatus has been damaged in any way, equipment and receiver. such as power-supply cord or plug is • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects circuit different from that to which the have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus receiver is connected. has been exposed to rain or moisture, does • Consult the dealer or an experienced not operate normally, or has been dropped. radio/TV technician for help. FOR UNITED STATES CUSTOMERS The shielded interface cable recommended NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA, in this manual must be used with this INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF equipment in order to comply with the QUEBEC. limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. POUR LES CONSOMMATEURS AUX ETATS-UNIS You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in NON APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y this manual could void your authority to COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE QUEBEC. operate this equipment. 3 b Note For the State of California, USA only • If you have any questions about this product, Perchlorate Material - special handling may please visit the web site or contact our customer apply, See information service center in your country. The telephone number below is not for customer www.dts.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ service but only for official purpose. perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. Declaration of Conformity The set is not disconnected from the AC Trade Name: SONY power source (mains) as long as it is Model No.: VBD-MA1 connected to the wall outlet, even if the set Responsible Party: Sony Electronics itself has been turned off. Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San The nameplate is located on the bottom of Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. the unit. Telephone No.: 858-942- 2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For Customers in U.S.A. Owner’s Record The product label is located on the bottom of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model: VBD-MA1 Serial Number: ________ 4 • “DVDirect,” “Handycam,” “Cyber-shot,” “α,” “Bloggie,” “Memory Stick,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “Memory Stick PRO,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” ‘Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” “Memory Stick Micro,” “MagicGate” and their logos are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • AVCHD and the AVCHD logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Panasonic Corporation. • “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. • Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. • Blu-ray Disc™, Blu-ray™ and the logo are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association. • Other system and product names used herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective manufacturers, although the ™ and ® marks are not used in the text. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • The authorized software in this product is used under license from eSOL Co. Ltd. ❑ Our product warranty is valid only when the supplied accessories are used in the specified or recommended system environment, in accordance with the documentation, and applies only to this unit. Our customer service and user support apply only under these product warranty conditions. ❑ Please note that we cannot accept responsibility for failure of the computer or other devices, incompatibility with special hardware, operating problems caused by improper installation of software, loss of data, discs or other accidental or incidental damage that might occur when using this product. ❑ The guarantee and user support for this product are valid only within the countries or sales regions specified on the warranty card. ❑ Specifications may be changed without notice in the interest of product improvement. Copyright Television programs, films, video tapes, discs, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this product with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmitter and/or program owner. 5 Table of Contents Safety Regulations ..........................2 Preparations for Recording Find a Type of Copy Turning the Power on ....................28 Inserting a Disc ..............................29 Find a type of copy mode ................8 A Connecting Cables/Using Memory Type of copy mode Card .............................................30 Copy HD video as is ....................10 USB cable.................................... 30 Type of copy mode B DV (i.LINK) cable ......................... 32 Down-convert HD video to SD video Audio/video cable (AV cable) ...... 33 quality ..........................................12 Memory Card ............................... 35 Type of copy mode C About Operation.............................36 Copy SD video as is ....................14 Following the message in the display Type of copy mode D ................................................... 36 Selecting the option from the [Menu] Copy video using cameras or video ................................................... 38 devices.........................................16 Type of copy mode E Copy photos.................................18