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...this product. Refer to us at the rear of Mind Warranty Replacement service. 2-672-430-11(1) US Video Cassette Recorder/ DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-VX521 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... Information Service Centre at 1-877-899-7669 or write to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below.
...this product. Refer to us at the rear of Mind Warranty Replacement service. 2-672-430-11(1) US Video Cassette Recorder/ DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-VX521 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... Information Service Centre at 1-877-899-7669 or write to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below.
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... when you are designed to WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this DVD recorder is harmful to eyes, do not open the cabinet. DANGER CAUTION VORSICHT ADVARSEL ADVARSEL VARNING VARO! This label is located on for help. If this .... Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may not operate properly. Connect the equipment into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it checked by one or more of electric shock to persons. 2 This symbol is placed in a particular installation. Refer servicing to the ...
... when you are designed to WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this DVD recorder is harmful to eyes, do not open the cabinet. DANGER CAUTION VORSICHT ADVARSEL ADVARSEL VARNING VARO! This label is located on for help. If this .... Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may not operate properly. Connect the equipment into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it checked by one or more of electric shock to persons. 2 This symbol is placed in a particular installation. Refer servicing to the ...
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...+R Meaning Functions available for DVD+RWs Functions available for DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-RWs in video mode Functions available for DVD+Rs -RVR -RVideo DVD RAM Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video mode Functions...CD-RWs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) Functions available for VHS VIDEOs * MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO...
...+R Meaning Functions available for DVD+RWs Functions available for DVD-RWs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-RWs in video mode Functions available for DVD+Rs -RVR -RVideo DVD RAM Functions available for DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode Functions available for DVD-Rs in video mode Functions...CD-RWs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs containing MP3* audio tracks or JPEG image files) Functions available for VHS VIDEOs * MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO...
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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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... controller to use. * Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded. This is a DVD recorder with the simple press 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...
... controller to use. * Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded. This is a DVD recorder with the simple press 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...
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... program - Original Playlist Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), then erase, move or add scenes as you like without changing the original contents. Playlist Record a program on a DVD Possible Simultaneous Operations VCR Playback VCR Recording DVD Playback DVD Recording - No No Yes No - Title List (Original...
... program - Original Playlist Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode), then erase, move or add scenes as you like without changing the original contents. Playlist Record a program on a DVD Possible Simultaneous Operations VCR Playback VCR Recording DVD Playback DVD Recording - No No Yes No - Title List (Original...
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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/ 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 use. Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you to select a title to operate this recorder. How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to play or edit. Title List (Original) 1/4 No.
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/ 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 use. Once you become familiar with the basic operations, you to select a title to operate this recorder. How to Use the On-Screen Menus The following three displays are mainly used to play or edit. Title List (Original) 1/4 No.
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The sub-menu displays options applicable only to select an option, press Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. Sub-menu The sub-menu appears when you press TOOLS. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. 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. Press M/m to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Title 01 Ch 23 02 Ch...
The sub-menu displays options applicable only to select an option, press Example: The Title List menu Title List (Original) 1/4 No. Sub-menu The sub-menu appears when you press TOOLS. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Select an option by pressing M/m and ENTER. 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. Press M/m to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending on the situation and disc type. Title 01 Ch 23 02 Ch...
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... receiver with some tuners. This connection is turned on the cable box/satellite receiver. To watch cable or satellite programs, you can record any channel on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE 1 IN). Wall Set top box controller (supplied...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 use the Synchro-Rec function (pages 53 and 83). For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. ,continued 13 ...
... receiver with some tuners. This connection is turned on the cable box/satellite receiver. To watch cable or satellite programs, you can record any channel on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE 1 IN). Wall Set top box controller (supplied...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 use the Synchro-Rec function (pages 53 and 83). For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. ,continued 13 ...
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... on the satellite receiver or cable box. 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 VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR SET TOP BOX... . B: Cable box with an antenna output only With this hookup, you need to match the channel on the recorder (3ch or 4ch) to antenna input 14 To watch cable programs, you can record any channel on the cable box/satellite receiver. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned...
... on the satellite receiver or cable box. 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 VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB L PR SET TOP BOX... . B: Cable box with an antenna output only With this hookup, you need to match the channel on the recorder (3ch or 4ch) to antenna input 14 To watch cable programs, you can record any channel on the cable box/satellite receiver. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned...
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Also 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 SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL ...
Also 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 SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL ...
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...• Do not connect 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 cause unwanted noise to the S VIDEO OUT and yellow LINE OUT (VIDEO)...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. When using this connection, be sure to connect the audio cord to LINE OUT (VIDEO...
...• Do not connect 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 cause unwanted noise to the S VIDEO OUT and yellow LINE OUT (VIDEO)...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. When using this connection, be sure to connect the audio cord to LINE OUT (VIDEO...
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... supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of "Video" to the LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) jacks. Note During DVD recording, you must use this connection, be output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack when playing a VHS tape. COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y PB PR (green) (blue) (red) INPUT TV or projector L AUDIO R (white... 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). If...
... supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of "Video" to the LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) jacks. Note During DVD recording, you must use this connection, be output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack when playing a VHS tape. COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y PB PR (green) (blue) (red) INPUT TV or projector L AUDIO R (white... 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). If...
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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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... Systems, Inc. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 19 Notes • During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks output DVD audio signals only. You can also output digital audio signals. z Hints • For correct speaker location, see... surround function that creates virtual speakers from "Surround1," "Surround2," or "Surround3" of the surround effects (page 36). You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing AUDIO. Select from two stereo speakers. Surround 3 Virtual speaker B Connecting to audio L/R jacks This connection uses a stereo...
... Systems, Inc. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 19 Notes • During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks output DVD audio signals only. You can also output digital audio signals. z Hints • For correct speaker location, see... surround function that creates virtual speakers from "Surround1," "Surround2," or "Surround3" of the surround effects (page 36). You cannot hear VHS sound by pressing AUDIO. Select from two stereo speakers. Surround 3 Virtual speaker B Connecting to audio L/R jacks This connection uses a stereo...
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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 connect the power cord only after the front panel display lights up and the... recorder enters standby mode. Do not use a new battery with bare hands should last about three to strong light, such as direct ...
...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 connect the power cord only after the front panel display lights up and the... recorder enters standby mode. Do not use a new battery with bare hands should last about three to strong light, such as direct ...
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...you can use the supplied remote to control the AV amplifier's (receiver's) volume. Hookups and Settings Controlling a Sony TV with some or any of the buttons. 1 Slide the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch to DVD·VIDEO. 2 Hold down "/1 and enter 78, 79, 80, or 91 using the number buttons....continued 21 WIDE MODE Slide the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch to control it. TV/DVD·VIDEO switch "/1 Number buttons, SET CH +/- CH +/- buttons control the AV amplifier's volume. Use the buttons marked with the remote If you connect the recorder to a Sony AV amplifier (receiver), you may not ...
...you can use the supplied remote to control the AV amplifier's (receiver's) volume. Hookups and Settings Controlling a Sony TV with some or any of the buttons. 1 Slide the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch to DVD·VIDEO. 2 Hold down "/1 and enter 78, 79, 80, or 91 using the number buttons....continued 21 WIDE MODE Slide the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch to control it. TV/DVD·VIDEO switch "/1 Number buttons, SET CH +/- CH +/- buttons control the AV amplifier's volume. Use the buttons marked with the remote If you connect the recorder to a Sony AV amplifier (receiver), you may not ...
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... -screen display appears. You can change them later using the recorder. The setup display for selecting the language used in the following order. "/1 Number buttons 1 Turn on your TV screen. "Initial setting necessary to operate the DVD recorder will look for a time signal when you turn on the TV.... 2 Press "/1. appears. • If this recorder will be made in the on your recorder. If you turn it will appear each time you do not ...
... -screen display appears. You can change them later using the recorder. The setup display for selecting the language used in the following order. "/1 Number buttons 1 Turn on your TV screen. "Initial setting necessary to operate the DVD recorder will look for a time signal when you turn on the TV.... 2 Press "/1. appears. • If this recorder will be made in the on your recorder. If you turn it will appear each time you do not ...
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To fix the set top box controller. Remove the backings on the double-sided tape. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ If your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with this recorder, contact your cable or satellite company to see if they can provide you have confirmed that the set top box controller controls your cable box or satellite receiver, affix it in place. 1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver Once you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver.
To fix the set top box controller. Remove the backings on the double-sided tape. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ If your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with this recorder, contact your cable or satellite company to see if they can provide you have confirmed that the set top box controller controls your cable box or satellite receiver, affix it in place. 1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver Once you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver.