Operating Instructions
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...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 .../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 music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in this manual describe the controls on the remote.
...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 .../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 music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in this manual describe the controls on the remote.
Operating Instructions
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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 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...
... 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 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...
Operating Instructions
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...not supplied) to connect the antenna to a TV that the cable ground shall be connected. • You cannot connect this recorder to the recorder. 12 It allows the recorder to Article 820- 40 of the NEC that you reach "Connecting the Power Cord" on . Notes • If your... system installer's attention to control a cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set the code number and output channel (page 23). To use the recorder's remote control to disconnect the power cord of the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug × 3) (1) ...
...not supplied) to connect the antenna to a TV that the cable ground shall be connected. • You cannot connect this recorder to the recorder. 12 It allows the recorder to Article 820- 40 of the NEC that you reach "Connecting the Power Cord" on . Notes • If your... system installer's attention to control a cable box or satellite receiver via the supplied set the code number and output channel (page 23). To use the recorder's remote control to disconnect the power cord of the following items: • Audio/video cord (phono plug × 3 y phono plug × 3) (1) ...
Operating Instructions
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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.../audio output With this hookup, you need to use the Synchro-Rec function (pages 53 and 83). Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on . This connection is turned on the cable box/satellite receiver. For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. ,continued 13 Hookups and...
... 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.../audio output With this hookup, you need to use the Synchro-Rec function (pages 53 and 83). Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on . This connection is turned on the cable box/satellite receiver. For details, see the tuner's operating instructions. ,continued 13 Hookups and...
Operating Instructions
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... set top box controller near the remote sensor on . Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on the cable box/satellite receiver. 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.../UHF IN to VHF/UHF OUT TV to the antenna output channel on the satellite receiver or cable box. To watch cable programs, you can record any channel on the cable box (3ch or 4ch). B: Cable box with an antenna output only With this hookup, you need to match the channel...
... set top box controller near the remote sensor on . Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on the cable box/satellite receiver. 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.../UHF IN to VHF/UHF OUT TV to the antenna output channel on the satellite receiver or cable box. To watch cable programs, you can record any channel on the cable box (3ch or 4ch). B: Cable box with an antenna output only With this hookup, you need to match the channel...
Operating Instructions
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... outlet. to AC outlet AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO 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 an extended period of different manufacturers. - Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord Step 6: Preparing the...
... outlet. to AC outlet AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO 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 an extended period of different manufacturers. - Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord Step 6: Preparing the...
Operating Instructions
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... 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. 3 Release "/1. Set the code number for your TV with some or any of a Sony AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote If you connect the recorder to a Sony AV amplifier (receiver), ...you want to control the TV's volume even when the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is set to DVD·VIDEO, repeat the steps above and enter the ...
... 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. 3 Release "/1. Set the code number for your TV with some or any of a Sony AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote If you connect the recorder to a Sony AV amplifier (receiver), ...you want to control the TV's volume even when the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is set to DVD·VIDEO, repeat the steps above and enter the ...
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Set the appropriate code number again. 22 Notes • Depending on the connected unit, you may not be able to control your AV amplifier (receiver) with some or any of the buttons. • If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased. • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset to the default setting.
Set the appropriate code number again. 22 Notes • Depending on the connected unit, you may not be able to control your AV amplifier (receiver) with some or any of the buttons. • If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased. • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset to the default setting.
Operating Instructions
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...correctly (page 25). Otherwise, select "D-PCM." 16 Press ENTER. and check that the channel changes on the recorder and the cable box/ satellite receiver. 2 Point the recorder's remote at the recorder (not at "Set Top Box Control" in the "Setup" display (page 108). All connections and setup operations... the cable box/satellite receiver window. 4 Press the number buttons and check that do not fit. z Hint If you cannot get the recorder to the previous display Press O RETURN. The setup display for selecting the type of DTS signal appears. If your AV amplifier (receiver) ...
...correctly (page 25). Otherwise, select "D-PCM." 16 Press ENTER. and check that the channel changes on the recorder and the cable box/ satellite receiver. 2 Point the recorder's remote at the recorder (not at "Set Top Box Control" in the "Setup" display (page 108). All connections and setup operations... the cable box/satellite receiver window. 4 Press the number buttons and check that do not fit. z Hint If you cannot get the recorder to the previous display Press O RETURN. The setup display for selecting the type of DTS signal appears. If your AV amplifier (receiver) ...
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If your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with this recorder, contact your cable box or satellite receiver, affix it in place. 1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to see if they can provide you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ Remove the backings on the double-sided tape. To fix the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver Once you have confirmed that the set top box controller controls your cable or satellite company to the set top box controller.
If your cable box or satellite receiver still does not operate with this recorder, contact your cable box or satellite receiver, affix it in place. 1 Attach the supplied double-sided tape to see if they can provide you with a compatible cable box or satellite receiver. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ Remove the backings on the double-sided tape. To fix the set top box controller to your cable box/satellite receiver Once you have confirmed that the set top box controller controls your cable or satellite company to the set top box controller.
Operating Instructions
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...Select "Command Mode," and press ENTER. Note If the command mode does not match, the recorder's command mode appears on the remote so it matches the mode you operate the remote. No Disc Options Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Language Parental Front Display Command Mode... Factory Setting Setup 10:10 AM : AutDoVD 1 : DVDD1VDN2o DVD 3 5 Select the command mode ("DVD 1," "DVD 2," or "DVD 3"), and press ENTER. 6 Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the front panel display when you selected above. Set the remote's command mode to the previous display Press O RETURN. To ...
...Select "Command Mode," and press ENTER. Note If the command mode does not match, the recorder's command mode appears on the remote so it matches the mode you operate the remote. No Disc Options Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Language Parental Front Display Command Mode... Factory Setting Setup 10:10 AM : AutDoVD 1 : DVDD1VDN2o DVD 3 5 Select the command mode ("DVD 1," "DVD 2," or "DVD 3"), and press ENTER. 6 Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the front panel display when you selected above. Set the remote's command mode to the previous display Press O RETURN. To ...
Operating Instructions
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...* With PBC function off Selects the item to be connected to the digital jack of the recorder. When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio) "File": Repeats the current track. To resume normal playback after playing at an...damage to the audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions when the analog stereo jacks of the recorder are connected to turn off the surround settings of the connected TV or amplifier (receiver). • If...TOOLS menu (page 11). • During playback or pause mode, the recorder's m/ M buttons and the remote's .PREV/>NEXT buttons work the same way (page 37).
...* With PBC function off Selects the item to be connected to the digital jack of the recorder. When playing a DATA CD/DATA DVD (MP3 audio) "File": Repeats the current track. To resume normal playback after playing at an...damage to the audio system, the consumer should take proper precautions when the analog stereo jacks of the recorder are connected to turn off the surround settings of the connected TV or amplifier (receiver). • If...TOOLS menu (page 11). • During playback or pause mode, the recorder's m/ M buttons and the remote's .PREV/>NEXT buttons work the same way (page 37).
Operating Instructions
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...Setting Allows you have made here. Before you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder" on again, and the recorder is reset to the factory settings. Select this if the default command mode conflicts with other DVD equipment. Note that you start, check that all necessary...2 Select "Start," and press ENTER. Be sure to match the COMMAND MODE switch on the remote to their default settings. Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder) Select this recorder if other DVD equipment. Easy Setup 10:10 AM Follow the guide to make initial settings. Start Cancel 4 Select...
...Setting Allows you have made here. Before you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder" on again, and the recorder is reset to the factory settings. Select this if the default command mode conflicts with other DVD equipment. Note that you start, check that all necessary...2 Select "Start," and press ENTER. Be sure to match the COMMAND MODE switch on the remote to their default settings. Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder) Select this recorder if other DVD equipment. Easy Setup 10:10 AM Follow the guide to make initial settings. Start Cancel 4 Select...
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...switch to operate abnormally, turn off for both the Sony DVD equipment. Other Sony equipment responds to open after you press Z OPEN/CLOSE. , It may take a few seconds for the recorder (page 26). Set a different command mode for the disc tray to the remote. , The same command mode is too far ...from the wall outlet for a while, then re-connect the power cord, and press "/1 on the recorder for more than ten seconds until "SONY DVD" appears in the front panel display. , When static ...
...switch to operate abnormally, turn off for both the Sony DVD equipment. Other Sony equipment responds to open after you press Z OPEN/CLOSE. , It may take a few seconds for the recorder (page 26). Set a different command mode for the disc tray to the remote. , The same command mode is too far ...from the wall outlet for a while, then re-connect the power cord, and press "/1 on the recorder for more than ten seconds until "SONY DVD" appears in the front panel display. , When static ...
Operating Instructions
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... projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) Approx. 430 × 82 × 334 mm (Approx. 17 × 3 1/4 × 131/4 inches) Mass Approx. 4.8 kg (Approx. 10.6 lbs) Supplied accessories Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Antenna cable (1) Audio/video cord (1) Set top box controller (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 116
... projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) Approx. 430 × 82 × 334 mm (Approx. 17 × 3 1/4 × 131/4 inches) Mass Approx. 4.8 kg (Approx. 10.6 lbs) Supplied accessories Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Antenna cable (1) Audio/video cord (1) Set top box controller (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 116
Operating Instructions
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...79) F A (eject) button (72) G z REC (record) button (49, 79) H m/M (rewind/fast-forward) buttons (38) I H (play) button (35, 72) X (pause) button (36, 49, 74, 79) x (stop) button (35, 49, 72, 79) J SELECT DVD/VIDEO buttons (35, 49, 72, 79) K (remote sensor) (20) L Front panel display (47, 76) M ...PROGRESSIVE indicator (17, 101) N SYNCHRO REC indicator (53, 83) O CHANNEL/TRACKING +/- Open the cover A "/1 (on the recorder have the same or similar names. Guide to Parts...
...79) F A (eject) button (72) G z REC (record) button (49, 79) H m/M (rewind/fast-forward) buttons (38) I H (play) button (35, 72) X (pause) button (36, 49, 74, 79) x (stop) button (35, 49, 72, 79) J SELECT DVD/VIDEO buttons (35, 49, 72, 79) K (remote sensor) (20) L Front panel display (47, 76) M ...PROGRESSIVE indicator (17, 101) N SYNCHRO REC indicator (53, 83) O CHANNEL/TRACKING +/- Open the cover A "/1 (on the recorder have the same or similar names. Guide to Parts...
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... 119 Additional Information Remote For DVD functions Slide the cover Buttons with an orange dot next to them can be used with your TV when the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is set to TV. A TV/DVD·VIDEO switch (21) B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (35, 49, 94) C DVD button (35, 49...) D Number buttons* (21, 36) SET button (21) E CLEAR button (42) F AUDIO button* (36) SUBTITLE button (36) G ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST button (40, 59) H DISPLAY button (46) TIME/TEXT button (47) I TOP MENU button (35) J M/m/ NEXT buttons (36) M m / M (search) buttons (36) N ZOOM button (36) O z REC (record) button...
... 119 Additional Information Remote For DVD functions Slide the cover Buttons with an orange dot next to them can be used with your TV when the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is set to TV. A TV/DVD·VIDEO switch (21) B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (35, 49, 94) C DVD button (35, 49...) D Number buttons* (21, 36) SET button (21) E CLEAR button (42) F AUDIO button* (36) SUBTITLE button (36) G ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST button (40, 59) H DISPLAY button (46) TIME/TEXT button (47) I TOP MENU button (35) J M/m/ NEXT buttons (36) M m / M (search) buttons (36) N ZOOM button (36) O z REC (record) button...
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...12 to your AV/amplifier (receiver) 18 to your TV 16 "Connections" 105 Controlling a Sony TV with the remote 21 "Copy" 69 Copy protection 49, 123 Copy-Free 49 Copy-Never 49 Copy-Once...Touch Dubbing" 96 "DV/D8 Simple Dubbing" 95 "DVD Auto Chapter" 104 DVD Editing 58 DVD VIDEO 33, 123 DVD+R 30, 123 DVD+R DL 30 DVD+RW 30, 123 DVD-R 30, 123 DVD-RAM 33 DVD-RW 30, 123 E Easy Setup 108 "Edit" ...F "Factory Setting" 108 Fast forward 37, 74 Fast reverse 37, 74 Feature settings 104 Finalizing 91 "Format DVD-RW" 105 Formatting 49, 70 "Front Display" 107 Front panel 118 Front panel display 122 H Handling discs ...
...12 to your AV/amplifier (receiver) 18 to your TV 16 "Connections" 105 Controlling a Sony TV with the remote 21 "Copy" 69 Copy protection 49, 123 Copy-Free 49 Copy-Never 49 Copy-Once...Touch Dubbing" 96 "DV/D8 Simple Dubbing" 95 "DVD Auto Chapter" 104 DVD Editing 58 DVD VIDEO 33, 123 DVD+R 30, 123 DVD+R DL 30 DVD+RW 30, 123 DVD-R 30, 123 DVD-RAM 33 DVD-RW 30, 123 E Easy Setup 108 "Edit" ...F "Factory Setting" 108 Fast forward 37, 74 Fast reverse 37, 74 Feature settings 104 Finalizing 91 "Format DVD-RW" 105 Formatting 49, 70 "Front Display" 107 Front panel 118 Front panel display 122 H Handling discs ...
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... 50, 79 Recording 48, 78 recordable discs 30 recording format 30 recording mode 48 tape speed 78 while watching another program 50, 79 Recording mode 48, 78 Recording time 48, 51 Region code 34 Remaining time 47, 80 Remote 20, 119 ... 72, 79 Sub-menu 11 SUBTITLE 36 "Subtitle" 106 SUR (surround) 37 SYNCHRO REC 54, 83 "Synchro Recording" 54, 83, 105 System Menu 10 T "Tape Length" 105 Tape speed 78 "Time Zone" 100 TIME/...TEXT 47, 76 TIMER 52, 81 Timer List 55, 84 Timer recording 51, 81 change or cancel 55, 84 Title 124 "Title Dubbing" 90 "Title Erase" 60, 66 TITLE...
... 50, 79 Recording 48, 78 recordable discs 30 recording format 30 recording mode 48 tape speed 78 while watching another program 50, 79 Recording mode 48, 78 Recording time 48, 51 Region code 34 Remaining time 47, 80 Remote 20, 119 ... 72, 79 Sub-menu 11 SUBTITLE 36 "Subtitle" 106 SUR (surround) 37 SYNCHRO REC 54, 83 "Synchro Recording" 54, 83, 105 System Menu 10 T "Tape Length" 105 Tape speed 78 "Time Zone" 100 TIME/...TEXT 47, 76 TIMER 52, 81 Timer List 55, 84 Timer recording 51, 81 change or cancel 55, 84 Title 124 "Title Dubbing" 90 "Title Erase" 60, 66 TITLE...
Quick Start guide
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...Television Cable Box/ Satellite Receiver VCR VCR-DVD Recorder 2 Select a connection Select one of your VCR-DVD recorder. ©2006 Sony Corporation Printed in China 2-672-436-11(1) AK68-00992A You have a cable box, connect this antenna cable directly to connect, setup and make recordings on your equipment. or - You have... to the type of Setup on your VCR from the other equipment and connect this connection. RDR-VX521 Follow the three steps below to VHF/UHF IN on the VCR-DVD recorder. Satellite Receiver Cable Box Without Video/Audio Output (or cable with no cable box) -...
...Television Cable Box/ Satellite Receiver VCR VCR-DVD Recorder 2 Select a connection Select one of your VCR-DVD recorder. ©2006 Sony Corporation Printed in China 2-672-436-11(1) AK68-00992A You have a cable box, connect this antenna cable directly to connect, setup and make recordings on your equipment. or - You have... to the type of Setup on your VCR from the other equipment and connect this connection. RDR-VX521 Follow the three steps below to VHF/UHF IN on the VCR-DVD recorder. Satellite Receiver Cable Box Without Video/Audio Output (or cable with no cable box) -...