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Built in HDTV Tuner (ATSC/QAM/NTSC)
HDMI™ Output with 720p/1080i Upscaling from DVD/VCR 4
DVD+RW/+R, DVD-RW/-R DVD, DVD+R Dual Layer Recording Compatibility and Playback2
2-way One Touch Dubbing from VCR to DVD or reverse
One Touch Dubbing from DV/D8 via i.LINK® 5
Multi-Format DVD Disc Compatible3
Playback of CDs, MP3s, and JPEGs (CD/CD-R/CD-RW)1

Key Features
HDMI™ Output with 720p/1080i upscaling for DVD and VHS4 : Reads the data on a standard DVD at 480p and VHS and upscales the video Resolution to 1080i Resolution on your compatible TV. This allows for you to enjoy the best in video performance while delivering Digital video and audio over one simple cable.3,4
Built-in HDTV Tuner (ATSC/NTSC/QAM Tuner) : Allows recording of Standard Definition or High Definition Programming
Two Way One Touch Dubbing : Allows for dubbing from VHS to DVD or reverse by pressing one button on the front of the unit.
One Touch Recording Using i.LINK® Interface for DV & Digital 8® Camcorders5 : Allows for easy copying of your personal content on DV/Digital8 tapes in order to preserve them for your family and friends. Easy operation by pressing a button on the front panel.
Multiformat DVD compatible : Sony DVD Recorders can record on and playback DVD-RW/-R/+RW/+R and +R Double Layer media and playback DVD-RAM allowing for a high level of compatibility with DVD players and recorders.
Set Top Box Pass Through : Allows for viewing of Programming from Cable Set Top Box or Satellite Receiver even when the recorder is powered off through the line input. You can see TV programs of the connected Cable Set Top Box or Satellite Receiver, regardless if the recorder is powered on or not.
4 Video Head Stereo VHS with 19 Micron Heads
Easy to Use Graphic User Interface
Parental Control
Child Lock for Locking the Operation Buttons
DVD-Video/Video CD/SVCD/CD-DA (CD-R/-RW)Playback1
JPEG, MP3 on CD-R/-RW and DVD+RW/+R/+R DL/-RW/-R Playback1
VHS & S-VHS (SQPB) Playback
Variable Bit Rate Recording (7 Speeds)
Recording Hours on DVD: 1H(HQ)/1.5H(HSP)/2H(SP)/2.5H(LSP)/3H(LP)/4H(EP)/6H(SLP)/8H(SEP)
Progressive Scan Playback
Dolby® Digital Decoding Playback Compatible
TV Virtual Surround
Remote Commander® Remote Control
Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Control (IR Blaster)

Audio
Digital-to-Analog Converter : 16 Bit, 96 kHz
Audio Features
CD Playback : Yes (CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW)1
Convenience
Recording Modes : 8 [1H (HQ), 1.5H (HSP), 2H (SP), 2.5H (SLP), 3H (LP), 4H (EP), 6H (SLP), 8H (SEP)]
Convenience Features
On Screen Display : Yes
General
Tray Type : DVD and VCR Combo
Disc Capacity : 1
Inputs and Outputs
Coaxial Audio Digital Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
RCA Audio Input(s) : 2 (1Rear/1 Front)
RCA Audio Output(s) : 2 (Rear)
S-Video Input(s) : 1 (1 Front)
S-Video Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
Composite Video Input(s) : 2 (1Rear/1 Front)
Composite Video Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
RF Connection Input(s) : 1 (Rear)
RF Connection Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
Optical Audio Digital Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
HDMI™ Connection Output(s) : 1 (Rear)
i.LINK® for DV/Digital8® Video Input(s) : 1 (Front)5
Power
Power Requirements : AC 120V, 60Hz
Power Consumption (in Operation) : 31W
Service and Warranty Information
Extended Warranty : 1 Year Parts / 1 Year Labor
Video Features
DVD (VR Mode) Playback : Yes3
DVD Playback : Yes3
DVD+R DL Recording : Yes3
DVD+R Recording : Yes3
DVD+RW Recording : Yes3
DVD-R Recording : Yes3
DVD-RW Recording : Yes3
SVCD Playback : Yes1
VCD Playback : Yes1
DVD+R DL Read Compatibility : Yes3
DVD+R Read Compatibility : Yes3
DVD+RW Read Compatibility : Yes3
DVD-R Read Compatibility : Yes3
DVD-RW (VR Mode) Read Compatibility : Yes3
DVD-RW Read Compatibility : Yes3
Heads : Yes (Four heads, 19 Micron)
JPEG Playback : Yes1
DVD-R DL (Video Mode) Recording : Yes3
DVD-R DL (Video Mode) Read Compatibility : Yes3
DVD-RAM Read Compatibility : Yes3
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx) Width : 17" x 3 1/4" x 13 1/10" (420 x 82 x 332mm)
Weight (Approx.) : 12lbs 6oz (5.7kg)
Hardware
Remote Control : Yes
Supplied Accesories
Audio/Video Cord (1)
Remote Commander® Remote Control2
AA Batteries (2)
Instruction Manual

Footnotes: 

1. Playback may not be compatible with all discs, depending on recording conditions.
2. Remote Commander® remote controls most major brands.
3. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible
4. Requires HDTV with HDMI connector and equivalent Display capability. Image quality will vary.
5. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the documentation that comes with any device having an i.LINK connection for information on compatibility, operating conditions and proper connection. For information on any Sony device having an i.LINK connection, contact Sony at 1-800-686-7669.
Legal:
©2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. IMPORTANT FACT: U.S. law requires all over-the-air broadcasting to switch from Analog to Digital signals on February 17, 2009.  After that date, this product will require a converter device in order for it to receive/record over-the-air broadcasts via an antenna from your local TV stations.  If you are a pay TV subscriber, your cable or satellite box should provide this functionality without additional equipment. Playback of recorded media (e.g. DVD or VHS movies) should remain unaffected.

Sony, the Sony logo, i.LINK, Remote Commander and Digital 8 are trademarks of Sony. Dolby® Digital is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. dts is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems, L.P. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC All others trademarks are property of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

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