Sony DHG-HDD250 - Manual (Page 65)

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Using the TV Guide On Screen™ System
Your HD DVR features the TV Guide On Screen interactive program guide that provides an 8-
day rolling list of TV programming. This makes recording as easy as highlighting a program
title. To record the program, press RECORD button on the remote control. Use the TV Guide
On Screen system to find the shows you want to watch, and set them for automatic recording.
The TV Guide On Screen system does not require a phone connection, and what's more, the
service is free!
The on-screen interactive TV program guide provides the following main services.
• LISTINGS: Shows the available program listings for the next eight days including today.
Provides a description of programs selected.
• SEARCH: Allows you to find shows by keyword or by the following categories:
Alphabetically, HDTV, Movies, Sports, Children, Educational, News, Variety, Series.
• RECORDINGS: Provides a list of recorded programs or currently recording program.
• SCHEDULE: Allows you to review, edit, or delete "Record" and "Remind" events that you
set previously.
• SETUP: Allows you to make changes in the System Settings, Channel Display and Default
Options after initial Guide Setup is completed.
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The TV Guide On Screen interactive program guide provides listings for cable-ready, cable box, and
digital cable services as well as over-the-air broadcast. It does not provide listings for satellite
services.
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For the TV Guide On Screen system to function properly, the HD DVR must be turned off when not in
use (such as when you are out of the house or overnight).
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The TV Guide On Screen system setup must be completed before services such as Recordings or
Listings are available (see page 28 for more information).