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Sony High-Definition Digital Video Recorder, Model DHGHDD500
Recording your favorite television program is easier than ever with Sony's DHG-HDD500 High-Definition Digital Video Recorder. With the DHG-HDD500, you can pause, rewind and record live high-definition TV. The DHG-HDD500 can record and store at least 60 hours of high-definition video and up to 400 hours of standard-definition video. This digital video recorder features multiple standard-definition outputs, HDMI™ or Component high-definition outputs and real time control functions.
Easy-to-use features make recording television simple and convenient. The Recordings List provides quick access to shows available for viewing. You can watch a previously recorded show while simultaneously recording another show. You can also enjoy Chasing Playback; watching a show from the beginning while it is being recorded. Start recording in high-definition with the DHG-HDD500 HD Digital Video Recorder.
Key Features:
- Pause, rewind and record live high-definition TV
- Record at least 60 hours high-definition video
- Record up to 400 hours of standard-definition video
- Up to 30, 60 or 90 minute live TV pause time
- HDMI™ or Component high-definition output
Features:
- Pause, rewind and record live high-definition TV
- Recording Time: Record at least 60 hours high-definition (HD) video and up to 400 hours of standard-definition (SD) video.
- Up to 30, 60 or 90 minute live TV pause time
- Free TV Guide On Screen™ Interactive Programming Guide1: Sony includes a built-in subscription free electronic program guide that displays shows and channel lineups that are customized to the viewer's location. A full week's worth of rolling listings are delivered via TV broadcasts, so there's no fees and no special connection required.
- CableCARD™ Slot: A CableCARD™ Unit, which is provided by your cable TV service provider, is inserted into the CableCard™ Slot. A CableCARD™ Unit can be used to receive encrypted digital cable programming from many cable TV service providers. Contact your retailer or cable TV service provider for information about the availability of a CableCARD™ Unit and possible additional fees.
- HDMI™ or Component high-definition output
- Multiple standard-definition outputs
- Digital over-the-air reception
- Analog cable and over-the-air reception
- Flexible format outputs and aspect ratio settings for a variety of monitor types and broadcast content
- Multiple display formats for best quality video reproduction with diverse display types and broadcast content
- Simultaneous video output from high-definition and standard-definition jacks
- Multiple Device Universal Remote Commander® remote control
- Dolby® Digital 5.1 channel audio decoding with digital optical audio output
- Easy scheduled recording to VCRs for convenient archiving
- V-Chip Parental Control
- Configurable Favorite Channels list
- 12 fast forward, rewind and slow speed settings Available Speeds Fast Forward: 3x, 9x, 30x, 90x; Rewind: 3x, 9x, 30x, 90x; Slow Motion Speeds: 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/8
- Display Window Display channel number, name, time, and recorded program name.
- Real Time Control Functions Several functions provide an easy and fun way to pause, rewind, and record live high-definition (HD) TV. All of this is provided with no subscription or equipment rental fees.
- Easy Recording Recording a favorite television program is as easy as highlighting the show title and pressing OK.
- Connecting Cables Includes the following: Component video cable, HDMI video cable, HDMI to DVI adapter, A/V cable, S-Video cable, Control S cable and G-LINK™ (IR Blaster)
Specifications:
Audio
- Dolby® Digital 5.1 channel audio decoding with digital optical audio output
- Auto SAP (Secondary Audio Program)
- Auto Digital Audio
Convenience
- Multiple Device Universal Remote Commander® remote control
- V-Chip Parental Control
- Configurable Favorite Channels list
- Display window for display of channel number, name, time, recorded program name and Memory Stick® file name
Video
- Multiple display formats for best quality video reproduction with diverse display types and broadcast content
- Flexible aspect ratio settings for a variety of monitor types and broadcast content
- Simultaneous video output from high-definition and standard-definition jacks
- Easy scheduled recording to VCRs for convenient archiving
Reception
- Digital over-the-air
- Analog over-the-air
- Analog cable
Digital Video Recorder
- Pause, rewind, fast forward and record live high-definition TV
- 12 fast forward, rewind and slow speed settings
- Available Speeds: Fast Forward: 3x, 9x, 30x, 90x; Rewind: 3x, 9x, 30x, 90x; Slow Motion Speeds: 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/8
- Record at least 60 hours high-definition video
- Record up to 400 hours standard-definition video
- Up to 30, 60 or 90 minute live TV pause time
- Record live TV while watching another previously recorded show
- Adjustable Replay and Advance functions
- User selectable Chapter Marks with thumbnails
Inputs and Outputs
- Composite Video Output: 2
- S-Video Output: 2
- HDMI Output
- Digital Audio Optical
- Cable Input
- Antenna Input
- HDMI™ or Component (YPBPR) Output
- USB Port
- Control S In
- CableCARD™ Slot
Supplied Accessories:
Approximate Weight:
- Unit: 12.57 lbs. (5.7 kg)
- Shipping: 20 lbs.
Approximate Dimensions:
- Width: 16.94" (430mm)
- Height: 3.26" (82.7mm)
- Depth: 14.05" (356.5mm)
Warranty Information:
- Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer):
- Labor: For a period of 90 days from the date of purchase, if this Product is determined to be defective, Sony will repair or replace the Product, at its option, at no charge, or pay the labor charges to any Sony authorized service facility. After the Warranty Period, you must pay for all labor charges.
- Parts: In addition, Sony will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacements in exchange for defective parts for a period of one (1) year. After the warranty period, you must pay for all parts costs.
Footnotes:
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TV Guide On Screen™ interactive Program Guide supports most cable-ready, cable box, and Digital cable services as well as over-the-air broadcasts. It does not provide listings for satellite services.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.
