Sony VRD-VC20 User Manual

Operating Instructions
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Video Recordable
DVD Drive
VRD-VC20

Sony VRD-VC20 Specifications

General

Form Factor	External
Interface	USB 2.0
Buffer Size	2 MB
Type	DVD Recorder
Supported Media	DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-R, CD-RW
Power Supply	USB powered

Summary

Safety Regulations

FCC Compliance

Details regulatory compliance and potential interference for digital devices.

Declaration of Conformity

Official statement of compliance with FCC rules and operating conditions.

Additional Information

Precautions

General advice on operation, storage, transportation, and handling of the device and discs.

Operation and storage conditions

Advice on operating and storing the drive in suitable environments.

Transportation

Guidelines for shipping the drive safely.

Moisture condensation

How to handle sudden temperature changes to prevent condensation.

Handling discs

Instructions for handling discs to prevent damage and ensure data integrity.

Support overview

Information on accessing online support, FAQs, and firmware updates.

Accessing the user support web site

Provides URL for Sony storage support website.

About the Bundled Software

Information about the included software from manufacturers.

Update the drive firmware

Steps to update the drive's internal software for problem resolution.

Introduction

Features

Overview of the drive's capabilities, including stand-alone and computer-controlled operations.

Unpacking

Parts and controls

System requirements

Stand-alone Operation

Creating DVDs

Guide on using the drive as a stand-alone recorder to create DVDs from video sources.

Discs that can be used

Lists compatible disc types for stand-alone DVD recording.

Recording procedure

Step-by-step instructions for recording videos from external devices.

Recording methods

Explains synchronized and manual recording modes.

Recording mode

Details available recording modes (HQ, SP, SLP) and their recording times.

About titles and chapters on a disc

Explains DVD structure with titles and chapters, and automatic/manual creation.

Synchronized recording - i.LINK (DV) cable connection

How to record using DV connection with digital video cameras.

To pause recording

Instructions for pausing and resuming the recording process.

To check the time passed or remaining

How to view recording time status.

Synchronized recording - AV cable connection

How to record using AV connection with video devices.

Manual recording

Step-by-step guide for manual recording operations.

Additional operations

Covers advanced functions like recording modes and chapter selection.

Selecting a recording mode

How to choose between HQ, SP, and SLP recording quality.

Selecting a chapter interval

Setting automatic chapter markers at specific time intervals.

Creating titles manually

Process for manually creating titles during recording.

Selecting automatic playback mode

Setting whether discs play automatically or show menu screen.

Finalizing a Disc

Making discs compatible with other DVD players after recording.

Erasing a Disc

Instructions for erasing contents from rewritable discs.

Stop timer recording

Setting a time for automatic recording stop.

Auto source selection

Automatic detection of input signal type (DV, S-VIDEO, VIDEO).

Using the Drive as an External DVD Drive

Connecting the drive to a computer

Steps to connect the drive to a PC for external use.

Procedure for using the drive as an external drive

Overview of installing drivers and software for external operation.

Installing the USB driver

Guide for installing the USB driver software on Windows XP.

Installing USB driver on Windows 2000

Guide for installing the USB driver software on Windows 2000.

Installing the software

Steps to install the bundled software suite, like Nero.

Disconnection

Procedures for safely disconnecting the drive from the computer.

About software

Details the features of the supplied software applications.

Notes on using other software

Advice on using third-party software with the drive.

Maximizing performance

Tips to achieve optimal data transfer rates and speed.

Reaching the highest possible data transfer rate

How to achieve maximum data transfer rates.

Updating the firmware

Instructions for updating the drive's internal software.

Using 48x read/write speed for CDs

How to enable 48x speed for CD operations.

Discs

Compatible discs

Lists all DVD and CD disc types compatible with the drive.

Recommended discs

Guidance on selecting discs guaranteed for optimal performance.

Features of writable discs

Table showing disc types and their capabilities for various tasks.

Writable CDs and compatibility

Details on CD-R, CD-RW, and their playback compatibility.

Writable DVDs and compatibility

Details on DVD types and their playback compatibility.

About playback/reading compatibility in DVDs

Explains factors affecting DVD playback compatibility.

Precautions on writing/playing discs

Important considerations for writing data and playing discs.

DVD region codes

Requirements for playing DVD-Video discs based on region codes.

Playing back DVD-Video

Factors influencing DVD-Video playback performance.

About copy protected DVDs

Information on copyright protection for DVD-Video discs.

Specifications

Recording (stand-alone)

Technical details for stand-alone recording operations.

Compatible discs

Technical compatibility data for various DVD and CD disc types.

DVD/CD drive

Details on the drive's read/write capabilities.

Writing systems

Details on writing methods like random, sequential, and packet writing.

Laser

Technical specifications of the laser used in the drive.

Interface

Details the available input/output ports like USB, DV IN, VIDEO, S VIDEO.

General

Includes power, consumption, AC adaptor, size, weight, and operating temperature.

Troubleshooting

A recorded disc cannot be played back

Solutions for discs that are not playable, including finalization and compatibility issues.

No recording can be done

Troubleshooting steps when recording fails, e.g., input signal detection.

No additional recording can be made

Reasons for inability to add more content to a disc.

Display: Disc Error

Addresses issues related to disc read/write errors, dirt, or scratches.

Display: Insert +/- R/RW DISC

Solutions for errors when inserting unsupported disc types.

Display: Format Error

Troubleshooting disc formatting errors.

Display: Invalid Operation

Resolving issues related to incorrect operation sequences.

Display: Recording Prohibited

Explains copyright protection signals preventing recording.

Display: No Disc

Steps to take when no disc is detected or a blank disc is needed.

Display: Erase All [No]/Yes

Troubleshooting disc erasing issues, including compatibility.

Display: Finalize/Error

Resolving finalization errors or when disc type is incompatible.

Display: No Signal

Solutions for no video signal detection or connection issues.

Display: Disc Full

What to do when the disc capacity is reached during recording.