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...you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of the unit. 2-672-429-11(1) US Video Cassette Recorder/ DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-VX530 For customers in the U.S.A Owner's Record The model and serial... numbers are located at : Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 © 2006 Sony Corporation
...you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of the unit. 2-672-429-11(1) US Video Cassette Recorder/ DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-VX530 For customers in the U.S.A Owner's Record The model and serial... numbers are located at : Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 © 2006 Sony Corporation
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... ; However, there is intended to alert the user to radio communications. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Should this DVD recorder is placed in a very damp room, moisture may cause harmful interference to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) ... AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM. VÄLTÄ SUORAA ALTISTUMISTA SÄTEELLE. Connect the equipment into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment does cause harmful ...
... ; However, there is intended to alert the user to radio communications. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Should this DVD recorder is placed in a very damp room, moisture may cause harmful interference to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) ... AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM. VÄLTÄ SUORAA ALTISTUMISTA SÄTEELLE. Connect the equipment into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment does cause harmful ...
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... etc. • Make trial recordings before making the actual recording. Plasma display panels and projection televisions are provided for an extended period of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your TV for your nearest Sony dealer. The wide blade or the...wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your safety. be operated in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8 Do not install near water. 6 Clean only with ...
... etc. • Make trial recordings before making the actual recording. Plasma display panels and projection televisions are provided for an extended period of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your TV for your nearest Sony dealer. The wide blade or the...wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your safety. be operated in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8 Do not install near water. 6 Clean only with ...
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... -RVR -RVideo DVD RAM Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video mode Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for DVD-RAMs VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD Functions available for VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format Functions available for VHS VIDEOs * MP3...
... -RVR -RVideo DVD RAM Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video mode Functions available for DVD VIDEOs Functions available for DVD-RAMs VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD Functions available for VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in video CD format Functions available for VHS VIDEOs * MP3...
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... 7: Easy Setup 23 Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device 28 Quick Guide to Disc Types 30 Recordable and Playable Discs 30 Playable Discs 33 DVD Operation DVD Playback 35 Playing 35 Playback Options 36 Playing a Title From the Title List 40 Searching for ... and Play Information 46 DVD Recording 48 Before Recording 48 DVD Recording Without the Timer 49 DVD Timer Recording 51 Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec 53 Changing or Canceling DVD Timer Settings (Timer List 55 Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer 56 DVD Editing 58 Before Editing ...
... 7: Easy Setup 23 Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device 28 Quick Guide to Disc Types 30 Recordable and Playable Discs 30 Playable Discs 33 DVD Operation DVD Playback 35 Playing 35 Playback Options 36 Playing a Title From the Title List 40 Searching for ... and Play Information 46 DVD Recording 48 Before Recording 48 DVD Recording Without the Timer 49 DVD Timer Recording 51 Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec 53 Changing or Canceling DVD Timer Settings (Timer List 55 Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer 56 DVD Editing 58 Before Editing ...
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... (Synchro Rec 83 Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List 84 Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer 86 Dubbing (TAPE y DVD 87 Dubbing From a VHS Tape to a DVD 87 Dubbing From a DVD to a VHS Tape 88 Finalizing a Disc (Preparing a Disc for Playback on Other Equipment.../Factory Settings (Options 106 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 108 Additional Information 109 Troubleshooting 109 Notes About This Recorder 114 Specifications 115 About i.LINK 117 Guide to Parts and Controls 118 Glossary 123 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 124 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand ...
... (Synchro Rec 83 Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List 84 Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer 86 Dubbing (TAPE y DVD 87 Dubbing From a VHS Tape to a DVD 87 Dubbing From a DVD to a VHS Tape 88 Finalizing a Disc (Preparing a Disc for Playback on Other Equipment.../Factory Settings (Options 106 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 108 Additional Information 109 Troubleshooting 109 Notes About This Recorder 114 Specifications 115 About i.LINK 117 Guide to Parts and Controls 118 Glossary 123 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 124 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand ...
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... of your cable box or satellite receiver - Recording and timer recording Record TV programs on a DVD or VHS tape, either direction between DVD and VCR Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select the media format you want to have the recorder change the channel of DVD discs and VHS tapes. DVD editing is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? What is also possible.
... of your cable box or satellite receiver - Recording and timer recording Record TV programs on a DVD or VHS tape, either direction between DVD and VCR Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select the media format you want to have the recorder change the channel of DVD discs and VHS tapes. DVD editing is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? What is also possible.
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... 01:29:03 > 00:31:23 > 01:59:00 > 00:58:56 > One Touch Dubbing - Original Playlist Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a DVD and a VHS tape. 9 Control ONE-TOUCH DUBBING Dubbing Creating your digital video camera to the DV IN jack and press the ONE TOUCH DUBBING...
... 01:29:03 > 00:31:23 > 01:59:00 > 00:58:56 > One Touch Dubbing - Original Playlist Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a DVD and a VHS tape. 9 Control ONE-TOUCH DUBBING Dubbing Creating your digital video camera to the DV IN jack and press the ONE TOUCH DUBBING...
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Title 01 Ch 23 02 Ch 66 03 Ch 95 04 Ch 97 T Ch 23 May/02/2006 08:00 PM 10:10 AM Length Edit 01:29:03 > 00:31:23 > 01:59:00 > 00:58:56 > SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ Title List (Original) 1/4 No. How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use. Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you to select a title to play or edit. A "Title List" Displays the list of the disc contents, including the recording information and movie thumbnail image, which allows you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder.
Title 01 Ch 23 02 Ch 66 03 Ch 95 04 Ch 97 T Ch 23 May/02/2006 08:00 PM 10:10 AM Length Edit 01:29:03 > 00:31:23 > 01:59:00 > 00:58:56 > SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ Title List (Original) 1/4 No. How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use. Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you to select a title to play or edit. A "Title List" Displays the list of the disc contents, including the recording information and movie thumbnail image, which allows you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder.
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The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. You can search for the selected item TOOLS The TOOLS menu appears when you select an item from a list menu (e.g., a title from the Title List menu), and press ENTER. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. Press M/m to the selected item. Title 01 Ch 23 02 Ch 66 03 Ch 95 04 Ch 97 T Ch 23 May/02/2006 08:00 PM 10:10 AM Length Edit Pla0y1:29:03 > Tit0le0:E3r1a:s2e3 > Ch0a1p:5te9r:0E0ras>e Pr0o0te:5ct8:56 > Title Name A·B Erase Divide ...
The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. You can search for the selected item TOOLS The TOOLS menu appears when you select an item from a list menu (e.g., a title from the Title List menu), and press ENTER. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. Press M/m to the selected item. Title 01 Ch 23 02 Ch 66 03 Ch 95 04 Ch 97 T Ch 23 May/02/2006 08:00 PM 10:10 AM Length Edit Pla0y1:29:03 > Tit0le0:E3r1a:s2e3 > Ch0a1p:5te9r:0E0ras>e Pr0o0te:5ct8:56 > Title Name A·B Erase Divide ...
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... of cable entry as practical. Note to CATV system installer (in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected. • You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not have the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug × 3) (1) • ...top box controller (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Step 2: Connecting the Antenna Cable and Set Top Box Controller Select one of the recorder. Notes • If your antenna is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820- 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines ...
... of cable entry as practical. Note to CATV system installer (in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected. • You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not have the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug × 3) (1) • ...top box controller (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Step 2: Connecting the Antenna Cable and Set Top Box Controller Select one of the recorder. Notes • If your antenna is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820- 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines ...
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... IN TO TV Antenna cable (supplied) to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder LINE 1 IN VIDEO to LINE 1 IN AUDIO AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L... PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R OUT AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow Note Synchro-Recording does not work with a video/audio output With this hookup, you need to use the Synchro-Rec function (pages 53 and 83). Hookups and Settings...
... IN TO TV Antenna cable (supplied) to antenna input TV Audio/video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder LINE 1 IN VIDEO to LINE 1 IN AUDIO AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L... PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R OUT AUDIO AUDIO : Signal flow Note Synchro-Recording does not work with a video/audio output With this hookup, you need to use the Synchro-Rec function (pages 53 and 83). Hookups and Settings...
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...Set top box controller (supplied) Cable box ANT IN TO TV Wall to SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder SET TOP BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO ... to the antenna output channel on the cable box (3ch or 4ch). To watch cable programs, you can record any channel on the satellite receiver or cable box. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is ... antenna output only With this hookup, you need to match the channel on the recorder (3ch or 4ch) to antenna input 14 Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on .
...Set top box controller (supplied) Cable box ANT IN TO TV Wall to SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder SET TOP BOX CONTROL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO ... to the antenna output channel on the cable box (3ch or 4ch). To watch cable programs, you can record any channel on the satellite receiver or cable box. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is ... antenna output only With this hookup, you need to match the channel on the recorder (3ch or 4ch) to antenna input 14 Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on .
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... hookup if you watch cable channels without cable box, or antenna only (no cable TV) Use this hookup, you can record any channel by selecting the channel on the recorder. Wall VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR...
... hookup if you watch cable channels without cable box, or antenna only (no cable TV) Use this hookup, you can record any channel by selecting the channel on the recorder. Wall VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR...
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... your TV's audio output jacks to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. • During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the S VIDEO OUT jack will output DVD video signals only. • Do not connect your TV's speakers. 16 Step 3: Connecting to Your TV Connect ...L (red) (white) VIDEO (yellow) S video cord (not supplied) S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) Audio/video cord (supplied) to S VIDEO OUT VCR-DVD recorder L R AUDIO AUDIO (white) (red) to the LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) jacks. To change the picture size, see page 100.
... your TV's audio output jacks to the LINE IN (AUDIO L/R) jacks at the same time. • During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the S VIDEO OUT jack will output DVD video signals only. • Do not connect your TV's speakers. 16 Step 3: Connecting to Your TV Connect ...L (red) (white) VIDEO (yellow) S video cord (not supplied) S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) Audio/video cord (supplied) to S VIDEO OUT VCR-DVD recorder L R AUDIO AUDIO (white) (red) to the LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) jacks. To change the picture size, see page 100.
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...IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R OUT AUDIO AUDIO VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow z Hint Video signal can also be sure to connect the audio cord to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 101). ...The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up when the recorder outputs progressive signals. Note During DVD recording, you must use this connection, be output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack when playing a VHS tape. When using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (...
...IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R OUT AUDIO AUDIO VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow z Hint Video signal can also be sure to connect the audio cord to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 101). ...The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up when the recorder outputs progressive signals. Note During DVD recording, you must use this connection, be output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack when playing a VHS tape. When using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (...
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... to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver) Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your AV amplifier (receiver). AUDIO OUT L R VCR-DVD recorder Audio cord (white) (not supplied) (white) (red) (red) to AUDIO OUT (L/R) AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF...
... to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver) Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your AV amplifier (receiver). AUDIO OUT L R VCR-DVD recorder Audio cord (white) (not supplied) (white) (red) (red) to AUDIO OUT (L/R) AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF...
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... Manufactured under "Audio Connection Setup" in Easy Setup (page 23). You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing VIDEO. • After you cannot switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode) by pressing AUDIO. You can also output digital audio signals. Select... OUT jacks, you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings under license from Dolby Laboratories. Notes • During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks output DVD audio signals only. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 19 Surround 3 Virtual speaker B...
... Manufactured under "Audio Connection Setup" in Easy Setup (page 23). You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing VIDEO. • After you cannot switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode) by pressing AUDIO. You can also output digital audio signals. Select... OUT jacks, you have completed the connection, make the appropriate settings under license from Dolby Laboratories. Notes • During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks output DVD audio signals only. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 19 Surround 3 Virtual speaker B...
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... OUT L Y R PB PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 28), be sure to close the battery cover properly. Do not touch the liquid with an old battery, or batteries...
... OUT L Y R PB PR SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 28), be sure to close the battery cover properly. Do not touch the liquid with an old battery, or batteries...
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... the channel on the connected unit, you can adjust the remote control's signal to control your TV on or off VOL +/- If you connect the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you may not be able to TV, the remote performs the following: Press "/1 To Turn your TV. Set the... TVs If more than one that works with your TV CH +/- When the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is listed, try entering them one at a time until you replace the batteries of your TV. Manufacturer Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daewoo Daytron Fisher General Electric Hitachi J.C.Penney JVC KMC...
... the channel on the connected unit, you can adjust the remote control's signal to control your TV on or off VOL +/- If you connect the recorder to an AV amplifier (receiver), you may not be able to TV, the remote performs the following: Press "/1 To Turn your TV. Set the... TVs If more than one that works with your TV CH +/- When the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is listed, try entering them one at a time until you replace the batteries of your TV. Manufacturer Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daewoo Daytron Fisher General Electric Hitachi J.C.Penney JVC KMC...