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3-213-480-12(1)GB
Video Cassette Recorder/
DVD Recorder
Operating Instructions
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RDR-VX450
PAL
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If the plug supplied with this Disposal of waste batteries equipment has a detachable fuse cover, (applicable in the European WARNING be sure to attach the fuse cover after Union and other European you change the fuse. Never use the countries with separate plug without the fuse cover. If you collection systems) To reduce the risk of fire or should lose the fuse cover, please This symbol on the electric shock, do not expose contact your nearest Sony service battery or on the this apparatu
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� Keep the recorder, discs, and cassettes away from equipment IMPORTANT NOTICE Precautions with strong magnets, such as Caution: This recorder is capable microwave ovens, or large of holding a still video image or loudspeakers. On safety on-screen display image on your � Do not place heavy objects on the Should any solid object or liquid fall television screen indefinitely. If recorder. you leave the still video image or into the cabinet, unplug the recorder on-screen display image di
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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 DATA they have the same or similar names as those on the DATA DVD DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ remote. DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs � The on-screen display illustrations used in this manual *1 containing MP3 audio tracks, may not match the graphics displayed on your TV *2 JPEG image files, or DivX video screen. files) � The explan
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Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 What is a Video Cassette Recorder/DVD Recorder? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 How to Use the On-Screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Hookups and
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DVD Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Before Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Editing a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Changing the Name of a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Creating a Playlist
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Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Notes About This Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 About i.LINK . . . . . . . . .
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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 One Touch Dubbing - DVD y VHS Record TV programmes 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. Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded. VIDEO DVD Easy selectio
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Creating your own programme - One Touch Dubbing - DV Dubbing Playlist Connect your digital video camera to the DV IN jack and press the ONE-TOUCH DUBBING Record a programme on a DVD-RW (VR mode) button to dub a DV format tape over to a disc. or DVD-R (VR mode), then erase, move, or add scenes as you like without changing the original Control contents. Original Dubbing ONE-TOUCH DUBBING Playlist Operation restrictions Possible Simultaneous Operations Current Operation VCR VCR DVD DVD Playba
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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 Title List (Original) 10:10 operate this recorder. Once you become familiar 1/4 No. Title Length Edit with the basic operations, you will find the 01 Prog. 1 01:29:03 > recorder easy to use. 02 Prog. 2 00:31:23 > 03 Prog. 4 01:59:00 > 04 Prog.
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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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Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Recorder Follow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the recorder. Notes � Plug cords securely to prevent unwanted noise. � See the instructions supplied with the components to be connected. � You cannot connect this recorder to a TV that does not have a SCART or video input jack. � Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each component before connecting. Step 1: Unpacking Check that you have the following items: � Audio/video cord (phono pl
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Hookups and Settings Step 2: Connecting the Aerial Cable Connect the aerial cable by following the steps below. Do not connect the mains lead until you reach “Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead” (page 20). VCR-DVD recorder to AERIAL IN TV to AERIAL OUT ONE-TOUCH DUBBING Aerial cable (supplied) : Signal flow 1 Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV and connect it to AERIAL IN on the rear panel of the recorder. 2 Connect AERIAL OUT of the recorder to the aerial input of your TV, using the suppl
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Step 3: Connecting to Your TV Connecting to the LINE 2 OUT jacks Connect the supplied audio/video cord to the LINE 2 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 2 OUT (AUDIO L/R) jacks. INPUT INPUT TV or projector AUDIO S VIDEO R L VIDEO (red) (white) (yellow) S video cord Audio/video cord (not supplied) (yellow) (
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Hookups and Settings Connecting to the SCART jack Connect to the LINE 1-TV jack using a SCART cord (not supplied). Be sure to make the connections firmly to avoid hum and noise. See the operating instructions supplied with the TV to be connected. When you use this connection, select “Video” or “RGB” for the Line 1 output setting in step 14 of Easy Setup (page 23). SCART INPUT TV or projector SCART cord (not supplied) to i LINE 1-TV VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow Note When you connect the reco
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If your TV has an HDMI input jack Connect the HDMI* OUT jack using a certified HDMI cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality picture and sound. The HDMI indicator lights up on the front panel when the recorder outputs signals through the HDMI OUT jack. Be sure to turn off the recorder before connecting an HDMI cord. TV or projector HDMI IN to HDMI input HDMI cord (not supplied) to HDMI OUT VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow * This DVD recorder incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Inter
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Hookups and Settings If your TV has component video input jacks Connect to 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 colour reproduction and high quality images. When you use this connection, select “On” for the component out setting in step 10 of Easy Setup (page 23). If your TV accepts progressive 525p/625p format signals, you must use this connection and then set “Progr
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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 sound through your AV amplifier (receiver). When you use this connection, select the type of jack you are using in step 16 of Easy Setup (page 23). INPUT Audio cord (white) (white) (not supplied) L AUDIO R (red) (red) AV amplifier (receiver) to AUDIO OUT (L/R) VCR-DVD recorder to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIA
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Hookups and Settings A Connecting to audio L/R jacks B Connecting to a digital audio input jack This connection uses a stereo amplifier’s Use this connection if your AV amplifier *1 *2 (receiver’s) two front speakers for sound. (receiver) has a Dolby Digital, DTS , or MPEG audio decoder and a digital input jack. You can You can enjoy the surround function that creates enjoy the surround effect of Dolby Digital (5.1ch), virtual speakers from two stereo speakers. Select DTS (5.1ch), or MPEG au
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Step 5: Connecting the Step 6: Preparing the Mains Lead Remote Plug the recorder and TV mains leads into the You can control the recorder using the supplied mains. After you connect the mains lead, you remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) 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. Be sure recorder only after the front panel display lights up to close the bat
