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2-636-467-12(1)
Video Cassette Recorder/
DVD Recorder
Operating Instructions
RDR-VX515
For customers in the U.S.A For customers in Canada
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CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, WARNING Precautions MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. To reduce the risk of fire or On safety CAUTION electric shock, do not expose Should any solid object or liquid fall this apparatus to rain or You are cautioned that any change or into the cabinet, unplug the recorder moisture. modifications not expressly approved and have it checked by qualified To avoid electrical shock, do not in this manual could void your personnel before
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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 Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the recorder if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. The on-screen display illustrations used in this manual may not match the graphics displayed on your TV screen. The explanations regarding discs in this manual refer to discs created on this recorder. The explanations do not apply to discs that are created on other recorders and played back on
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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 and
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VCR Operation VCR Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Searching Using Various Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 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. Quick access to recorded titles
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Creating your own program - Playlist One Touch Dubbing - DV/D8 Dubbing Record a program on a DVD-RW (VR mode), Connect your digital video camera to the DV IN then erase, move or add scenes as you like without jack and press the ONE TOUCH DUBBING changing the original contents. button to dub a DV/D8 format tape over to a disc. Original control dubbing Playlist Operation restrictions Possible Simultaneous Operations Current Operation VCR VCR DVD DVD Playback Recording Playback Recording *1 Play
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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 B “Timer” operate this recorder. Once you become familiar Used to set a new timer recording for a disc or with the basic operations, you will find the VHS tape, as well as change or cancel the recorder easy to use. timer recordings you set. C
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Selectable options TOOLS Selectable options on the System Menu differ depending on the media type, disc condition, and The TOOLS menu appears when you press operating status. TOOLS. You can search for a title/chapter/track, check the playing and remaining time, or change Example: When a disc or a VHS tape is stopped. audio and repeat settings. The displayed options differ depending on the media type. Type Selectable option Press M/m to select an option, press
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Step 2: Connecting the Hookups and Settings Antenna Cable Hooking Up the Recorder Select one of the following antenna hookups. Do not connect the power cord until you reach Follow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the “Connecting the Power Cord” on page 19. settings of the recorder. If you have Hookup Notes Cable box or satellite receiver with a A (page 13) Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. video/audio output See the instructions supplied with the components to be Cable bo
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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 satellite receiver or cable box is turned on. 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). Wall Cable box/satellite receiver AUDIO VIDEO OUT OUT S VIDEO ANT IN RL TO TV Audio/video cord (su
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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 satellite receiver or cable box is turned on. To watch cable programs, you need to match the channel on the recorder (2ch, 3ch or 4ch) to the antenna output channel on the cable box (2ch, 3ch or 4ch). Wall Cable box ANT IN TO TV Antenna cable (supplied) VHF/UHF VCR-DVD recorder IN COMPONENT AUDIO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VHF/UHF VIDEO OUT VIDE
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Hookups and Settings Step 3: Connecting to Your TV Connect the supplied audio/video cord to the LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R/VIDEO) 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 cord S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT Audio/video cord (not supplie
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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 96). The PROGRESSIVE indicator lights up when the recorder outputs progressive sig
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Hookups and Settings 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 I
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*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, the DIGITAL AUDIO O
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Hookups and Settings 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. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by must wait for a short while before matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the operating the recorder. You can operate the markings inside the battery compartment. When recorder only after the front panel display light
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VOL +/– Adjust the volume of Controlling TVs with the remote your TV You can adjust the remote control’s signal to CH +/– Select the channel on control your TV. your TV If you connect the recorder to an AV amplifier TV/VIDEO Switch your TV’s input (receiver), you can also use the supplied remote to source control the AV amplifier’s (receiver’s) volume. Number buttons and Select the channel on a SET Sony TV Notes WIDE MODE Switch to or from the Depending on the connected unit, you may n
