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2-672-430-11(1) US
Video Cassette Recorder/
DVD Recorder
Operating Instructions
RDR-VX521
For customers in the U.S.A For customers in Canada
If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for
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This symbol is intended to alert the user to the WARNING Precautions presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) To reduce the risk of fire or On safety instructions in the literature electric shock, do not expose accompanying the appliance. Should any solid object or liquid fall this apparatus to rain or into the cabinet, unplug the recorder moisture. CAUTION and have it checked by qualified To avoid electrical shock, do not You are cautioned that any change or pers
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be operated in a horizontal 12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified position only. IMPORTANT NOTICE by the manufacturer, or sold Keep the recorder, discs, and Caution: This recorder is capable with the apparatus. When a cart cassettes away from equipment of holding a still video image or is used, use caution when with strong magnets, such as on-screen display image on your moving the cart/apparatus microwave ovens, or large television screen indefinit
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About this manual Icon Meaning Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the recorder if Functions available for DVD+RWs + RW they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. The on-screen display illustrations used in this manual Functions available for DVD-RWs -RWVR may not match the graphics displayed on your TV in VR (Video Recording) mode screen. Functions available for DVD-RWs The explanations regarding discs in
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Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 What is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 How to Use the On-Screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Hookups an
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VCR Operation VCR Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Searching Using Various Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Displaying the
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What is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? This is a DVD recorder with built-in VHS video deck, and allows recording/playback of DVD discs and VHS tapes. DVD editing is also possible. Recording and timer recording Easy dubbing Record TV programs on a DVD or VHS tape, Dub in either direction between a DVD disc and either manually or using the timer. VHS tape with the simple press of a button. DVD VIDEO * Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded. Control your cable box or satel
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Quick access to recorded titles - One Touch Dubbing - DV/D8 Dubbing Title List Connect your digital video camera to the DV IN jack and press the ONE TOUCH DUBBING Display the Title List to view all titles on a disc button to dub a DV/D8 format tape over to a disc. and select a title for playback or editing. Control Title List (Original) 10:10 AM 1/4 No. Title Length Edit 01 Ch 23 01:29:03 > 02 Ch 66 00:31:23 > 03 Ch 95 01:59:00 > 04 Ch 97 00:58:56 > Dubbing T Ch23 ONE-TOUCH DUBBING May/02/200
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A “Title List” Displays the list of the disc contents, How to Use the On-Screen including the recording information and movie thumbnail image, which allows you to Menus select a title to play or edit. The following three displays are mainly used to operate this recorder. Once you become familiar Title List (Original) 10:10 AM with the basic operations, you will find the 1/4 No. Title Length Edit 01 Ch 23 01:29:03 > recorder easy to use. 02 Ch 66 00:31:23 > 03 Ch 95 01:59:00 > 04 Ch 97 00:5
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Selectable options Sub-menu Selectable options on the System Menu differ depending on the media type, disc condition, and The sub-menu appears when you select an item operating status. from a list menu (e.g., a title from the Title List menu), and press ENTER. The sub-menu displays Example: When a disc or a VHS tape is stopped. options applicable only to the selected item. The displayed options differ depending on the Type Selectable option situation and disc type. + RW Select an option by
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Using the cable box/satellite Hookups and Settings receiver control function The cable box/satellite receiver control function Hooking Up the Recorder can be used with hookup A or B. It allows the recorder to control a cable box or satellite receiver Follow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the via the supplied set top box controller. The settings of the recorder. recorder controls channels on the cable box or satellite receiver for timer recording. You can also use the recorder’s remot
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Hookups and Settings A: Cable box or satellite receiver with a video/audio output With this hookup, you can record any channel on the cable box or satellite receiver. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on. This connection is necessary to use the Synchro-Rec function (pages 53 and 83). To watch cable or satellite programs, you need to match the channel on the recorder (L1) to the input jack connected to the cable box or satellite receiver (LINE 1 IN). Place the set top
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B: Cable box with an antenna output only With this hookup, you can record any channel on the satellite receiver or cable box. Be sure that the cable box or satellite receiver is turned on. To watch cable programs, you need to match the channel on the recorder (3ch or 4ch) to the antenna output channel on the cable box (3ch or 4ch). Place the set top box controller near the remote sensor on the cable box/satellite receiver. Wall Set top box controller (supplied) Cable box ANT IN TO TV Antenna
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Hookups and Settings C: Cable without cable box, or antenna only (no cable TV) Use this hookup if you watch cable channels without a cable box. Also use this hookup if you are using a VHF/UHF antenna or separate VHF and UHF antennas. With this hookup, you can record any channel by selecting the channel on the recorder. Wall VHF/UHF VCR-DVD recorder IN AUDIO OUT COMPONENT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VHF/UHF VIDEO OUT VIDEO VIDEO L Y IN L R PB to VHF/UHF IN PR R OUT SET TOP BOX OPTICAL COAXIAL
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Step 3: Connecting to Your TV Connect the supplied audio/video cord to the LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R) jacks of the recorder. To enjoy higher quality images, connect an S video cord (not supplied) instead of the yellow (video) plug. When using this connection, be sure to connect the audio cord to the LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) jacks. INPUT INPUT TV or projector AUDIO S VIDEO R L VIDEO (red) (white) (yellow) S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT S video cord Audio/video cord (not supplied) (supplied) VIDEO V
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Hookups and Settings If your TV has component video input jacks Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. If your TV accepts progressive 480p format signals, you must use this connection and then set “Progressive” of “Video” to “On” in the “Setup” display (page 101). The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up when the recorder o
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Step 4: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver) Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to listen to DVD audio tracks through your AV amplifier (receiver). A AUDIO OUT Audio cord INPUT (white) (white) (not supplied) L L AUDIO R R (red) (red) AV amplifier (receiver) VCR-DVD recorder to AUDIO OUT (L/R) COMPONENT AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VHF/UHF VIDEO VIDEO L Y IN L R PB PR R OUT SET
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Hookups and Settings *2 “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of A Connecting to audio L/R jacks Digital Theater Systems, Inc. This connection uses a stereo amplifier’s (receiver’s) two front speakers for sound. z Hints You can enjoy the surround function that creates For correct speaker location, see the operating virtual speakers from two stereo speakers. Select instructions supplied with the connected components. from “Surround1,” “Surround2,” or “Surround3” During VHS playback
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Step 5: Connecting the Step 6: Preparing the Power Cord Remote Plug the recorder and TV power cords into an AC You can control the recorder using the supplied outlet. After you connect the power cord, you remote. must wait for a short while before Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the operating the recorder. You can operate the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings recorder only after the front panel display lights up inside the battery compartment. Be sure to close and
