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... WENN GEÖFFNET. UNNGÅ DIREKTE EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN. UNDVIK ATT DIREKT EXPONERA DIG FÖR STRÅLNINGEN. RDR-VX560 Serial No CAUTION You are located at a qualified service shop. If this product will not occur in accordance with adequate ventilation to persons...within the product's enclosure that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this occur, the recorder may be sure to disconnect the recorder from a cold to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. As the laser beam...
... WENN GEÖFFNET. UNNGÅ DIREKTE EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN. UNDVIK ATT DIREKT EXPONERA DIG FÖR STRÅLNINGEN. RDR-VX560 Serial No CAUTION You are located at a qualified service shop. If this product will not occur in accordance with adequate ventilation to persons...within the product's enclosure that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this occur, the recorder may be sure to disconnect the recorder from a cold to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. As the laser beam...
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... damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your safety. Plasma display panels and projection televisions are provided for your nearest Sony dealer. The wide blade or the third prong are especially susceptible to rain or ...moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 3 ,continued US On recording • Contents of the recording cannot be contrary to the provisions ...
... damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your safety. Plasma display panels and projection televisions are provided for your nearest Sony dealer. The wide blade or the third prong are especially susceptible to rain or ...moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 3 ,continued US On recording • Contents of the recording cannot be contrary to the provisions ...
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For details about usable discs, see "Quick Guide to Disc Types" on page 30. 4US You can also use the controls on the recorder if they have the same or similar names as DVD or , listed at the top of each explanation indicate what kind of media can be ... may not match the graphics displayed on your TV screen. • The explanations regarding discs in this recorder. The explanations do not apply to discs that are created on other recorders and played back on this recorder. • Icons, such as those on the remote. • The on-screen display illustrations used with...
For details about usable discs, see "Quick Guide to Disc Types" on page 30. 4US You can also use the controls on the recorder if they have the same or similar names as DVD or , listed at the top of each explanation indicate what kind of media can be ... may not match the graphics displayed on your TV screen. • The explanations regarding discs in this recorder. The explanations do not apply to discs that are created on other recorders and played back on this recorder. • Icons, such as those on the remote. • The on-screen display illustrations used with...
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... Amplifier (Receiver 18 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord 20 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 20 Step 7: Easy Setup 23 Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device 27 Quick Guide to Disc Types 30 Recordable and Playable Discs 30 Playable Discs 32 DVD Operation DVD/USB Playback 34 Playing Discs 34 Playback Options 35 Playing...
... Amplifier (Receiver 18 Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord 20 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 20 Step 7: Easy Setup 23 Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device 27 Quick Guide to Disc Types 30 Recordable and Playable Discs 30 Playable Discs 32 DVD Operation DVD/USB Playback 34 Playing Discs 34 Playback Options 35 Playing...
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...Sound During Playback 73 VCR Recording 74 Before Recording 74 VCR Recording From Connected Equipment Without the Timer 75 VCR Timer Recording From Connected Equipment 77 Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List 79 Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec 80 Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device 82 ...Setup Displays 96 Clock Setting (Clock Set 97 Video Settings (Video 98 Audio Settings (Audio 100 Recording, VCR, Set Top Box, Control for HDMI Settings (Features 102 Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 104 Easy Setup (Resetting...
...Sound During Playback 73 VCR Recording 74 Before Recording 74 VCR Recording From Connected Equipment Without the Timer 75 VCR Timer Recording From Connected Equipment 77 Changing or Canceling VCR Timer Settings (Timer List 79 Recording From Connected Equipment With a Timer (Synchro Rec 80 Recording From Another VCR or Similar Device 82 ...Setup Displays 96 Clock Setting (Clock Set 97 Video Settings (Video 98 Audio Settings (Audio 100 Recording, VCR, Set Top Box, Control for HDMI Settings (Features 102 Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 104 Easy Setup (Resetting...
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Additional Information 107 Troubleshooting 107 Notes About This Recorder 112 Specifications 113 About i.LINK 115 Guide to Parts and Controls 116 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 120 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code 121 Index 126 7US
Additional Information 107 Troubleshooting 107 Notes About This Recorder 112 Specifications 113 About i.LINK 115 Guide to Parts and Controls 116 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 120 Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Brand Code 121 Index 126 7US
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...set top box controller to have the recorder change the channel of DVD discs and VHS tapes. You need to connect a tuner such as a cable box to use. 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 this recorder. One Touch Dubbing (DVD y VHS) Dub in VHS video...
...set top box controller to have the recorder change the channel of DVD discs and VHS tapes. You need to connect a tuner such as a cable box to use. 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 this recorder. One Touch Dubbing (DVD y VHS) Dub in VHS video...
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... the same time. 9US Original Playlist Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a DVD Possible Simultaneous Operations VCR Playback VCR Recording DVD Playback DVD Recording - Yes Yes*3 No Yes - No Yes Yes*3 No - *1 When pressing DVD, VCR playback stops. *2 When pressing VIDEO, DVD playback stops. *3 Only for playback or...
... the same time. 9US Original Playlist Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a DVD Possible Simultaneous Operations VCR Playback VCR Recording DVD Playback DVD Recording - Yes Yes*3 No Yes - No Yes Yes*3 No - *1 When pressing DVD, VCR playback stops. *2 When pressing VIDEO, DVD playback stops. *3 Only for playback or...
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SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder. How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use.
SYSTEM MENU 123 456 789 0 O RETURN M/m/ Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you will find the recorder easy to operate this recorder. How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to use.
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Press M/m to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to select an option, press Title 01 LINE 1 02 LINE 1 03 LINE 1 04 LINE 1 T LINE 1 May/02/2008 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 Title Options for audio/angle/subtitle. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original)...
Press M/m to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. The sub-menu displays options applicable only to select an option, press Title 01 LINE 1 02 LINE 1 03 LINE 1 04 LINE 1 T LINE 1 May/02/2008 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 Title Options for audio/angle/subtitle. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original)...
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... also use the cable box/satellite receiver control function, you reach "Connecting the Power Cord" on . Check the brand code of your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this recorder, you have the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug × 3) (1) • Remote... or satellite service company to your VCR using an audio/video cord. Notes • Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. • See the instructions supplied with the components to be able to record TV programs. You cannot record on this recorder to see if they can provide ...
... also use the cable box/satellite receiver control function, you reach "Connecting the Power Cord" on . Check the brand code of your VCR connected to an antenna, connect this recorder, you have the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug × 3) (1) • Remote... or satellite service company to your VCR using an audio/video cord. Notes • Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. • See the instructions supplied with the components to be able to record TV programs. You cannot record on this recorder to see if they can provide ...
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... ANT IN TO TV Antenna cable (not supplied) to antenna input TV S video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder LINE 1 IN VIDEO S VIDEO to LINE 1 IN S VIDEO AUDIO to LINE 1 IN HDMI OUT SET TOP BOX CONTROL LINE 1 IN VIDEO LINE OUT ... cord. When using an audio/video cord. Place the set "Line1 Input" to "S-Video" in the "Video" setup (page 99). To record cable or satellite programs, you can record any channel on the cable box or satellite receiver. Hookups and Settings Connecting a cable box/satellite receiver and set top box controller...
... ANT IN TO TV Antenna cable (not supplied) to antenna input TV S video cord (not supplied) to SET TOP BOX CONTROL SET TOP BOX CONTROL VCR-DVD recorder LINE 1 IN VIDEO S VIDEO to LINE 1 IN S VIDEO AUDIO to LINE 1 IN HDMI OUT SET TOP BOX CONTROL LINE 1 IN VIDEO LINE OUT ... cord. When using an audio/video cord. Place the set "Line1 Input" to "S-Video" in the "Video" setup (page 99). To record cable or satellite programs, you can record any channel on the cable box or satellite receiver. Hookups and Settings Connecting a cable box/satellite receiver and set top box controller...
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In this case, select "Line2" for "Connections" of "Set Top Box Control" in the "Features" setup (page 103). Notes • Do not connect to the LINE 2 IN jacks on the front panel. z Hint You can also connect a cable box/satellite receiver to the S VIDEO and yellow VIDEO jacks at the same time. • Synchro-Recording does not work with some tuners. For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. 14US
In this case, select "Line2" for "Connections" of "Set Top Box Control" in the "Features" setup (page 103). Notes • Do not connect to the LINE 2 IN jacks on the front panel. z Hint You can also connect a cable box/satellite receiver to the S VIDEO and yellow VIDEO jacks at the same time. • Synchro-Recording does not work with some tuners. For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. 14US
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... VIDEO OUT VIDEO L Y S VIDEO L PB R R PR AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT : Signal flow When playing "wide screen" images Some recorded images may not fit your TV's speakers. ,continued 15US INPUT TV or projector AUDIO R L (red) (white) VIDEO (yellow) Hookups and Settings LINE... OUT VIDEO (yellow) Audio/video cord (supplied) L R AUDIO VCR-DVD recorder (white) (red) to come from your TV screen. If your TV's audio output jacks to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks of the...
... VIDEO OUT VIDEO L Y S VIDEO L PB R R PR AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT : Signal flow When playing "wide screen" images Some recorded images may not fit your TV's speakers. ,continued 15US INPUT TV or projector AUDIO R L (red) (white) VIDEO (yellow) Hookups and Settings LINE... OUT VIDEO (yellow) Audio/video cord (supplied) L R AUDIO VCR-DVD recorder (white) (red) to come from your TV screen. If your TV's audio output jacks to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks of the...
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...Definition Multimedia Interface are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on PC displays). • During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by using the "/1 button on the TV screen when using a certified Sony HDMI cord (not supplied). You will output DVD video signals only. • Depending on TV... LINE 1 IN VIDEO LINE OUT AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO L Y S VIDEO L PB R R PR AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT VCR-DVD recorder Using the Control for HDMI functions for 'BRAVIA' Sync (for HDMI" to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
...Definition Multimedia Interface are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on PC displays). • During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by using the "/1 button on the TV screen when using a certified Sony HDMI cord (not supplied). You will output DVD video signals only. • Depending on TV... LINE 1 IN VIDEO LINE OUT AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO L Y S VIDEO L PB R R PR AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT VCR-DVD recorder Using the Control for HDMI functions for 'BRAVIA' Sync (for HDMI" to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
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... BOX CONTROL LINE 1 IN VIDEO LINE OUT AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO L Y S VIDEO L PB R R PR AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow Note During DVD recording, you must use this connection and then set "Progressive" of the same kind and length. You will output DVD video signals only...
... BOX CONTROL LINE 1 IN VIDEO LINE OUT AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO L Y S VIDEO L PB R R PR AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow Note During DVD recording, you must use this connection and then set "Progressive" of the same kind and length. You will output DVD video signals only...
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AUDIO OUT L R VCR-DVD recorder Audio cord (white) (not supplied) (white) (red) (red) A INPUT L AUDIO R to AUDIO OUT (L/R) AV amplifier (receiver) HDMI OUT SET TOP BOX CONTROL LINE 1 IN VIDEO ...
AUDIO OUT L R VCR-DVD recorder Audio cord (white) (not supplied) (white) (red) (red) A INPUT L AUDIO R to AUDIO OUT (L/R) AV amplifier (receiver) HDMI OUT SET TOP BOX CONTROL LINE 1 IN VIDEO ...
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... #: 5,451,942 & other U.S. switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-RW/DVD-R (VR mode) by pressing VIDEO. 19US Note During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack outputs DVD audio signals only. Select "Surround1," "Surround2," or "Surround3" in "Surround" of Dolby Laboratories. *2 Manufactured under license under U.S. "Dolby" ...
... #: 5,451,942 & other U.S. switch the bilingual sounds on a DVD-RW/DVD-R (VR mode) by pressing VIDEO. 19US Note During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack outputs DVD audio signals only. Select "Surround1," "Surround2," or "Surround3" in "Surround" of Dolby Laboratories. *2 Manufactured under license under U.S. "Dolby" ...
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... markings inside the battery compartment. If battery leakage occurs, wipe out any foreign object into an AC outlet. You can control the recorder using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the batteries to strong light, such as direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Be... HDMI OUT SET TOP BOX CONTROL LINE 1 IN LI VIDEO VI S VIDEO AUDIO A Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for an extended period of different manufacturers. - Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord Step 6: Preparing the Remote...
... markings inside the battery compartment. If battery leakage occurs, wipe out any foreign object into an AC outlet. You can control the recorder using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the batteries to strong light, such as direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Be... HDMI OUT SET TOP BOX CONTROL LINE 1 IN LI VIDEO VI S VIDEO AUDIO A Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for an extended period of different manufacturers. - Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord Step 6: Preparing the Remote...
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... Setup." The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player, after you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this...
... Setup." The default command mode setting for this recorder and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player, after you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this...