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Before hookup ©2004 Sony Corporation Printed in Korea Television VHF/UHF IN LINE IN IN OUT VHF/UHF LINE 1 IN VIDEO AUDIO R L AUDIO OUT R L LINE OUT VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DIGITAL AUDIO OUT S VIDEO OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COMPONENT OUT ANT IN OPTICAL S VIDEO CAVLE IN OUT TO TV VIDEO OUT VHF/UHF IN LINE IN IN OUT VHF/UHF LINE 1 IN VIDEO AUDIO R L AUDIO OUT R L LINE OUT VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DIGITAL AUDIO OUT S VIDEO OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL RF IN OUT Optional Connecting an S video cord or a component video cord Connect an S video cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images. -or- 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 menu. For further explanations, see “Video Settings (Video)” in the Operating instructions. Connecting an AV amplifier (receiver) Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) with digital cords will enable you to listen to Dolby Digital or DTS surround effects. For further explanations, see “Connecting to Your AV/Amplifier (Receiver)” in the Operating Instructions. Cable Box / Satellite Receiver VCR-DVD Recorder AV Amplifier to your wall jack to your wall jack You have a: Cable Box with Video / Audio Output –or– Satellite Receiver Connect all power cords last! You have a: Cable (cable box without video / audio output) –or– Antenna IN OUT VHF/UHF LINE 1 IN VIDEO AUDIO R L AUDIO OUT R L LINE OUT VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DIGITAL AUDIO OUT S VIDEO OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL VHF/UHF IN Y INPUT S VIDEO PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO IN LINE IN DIGITAL IN IN OUT VHF/UHF LINE 1 IN VIDEO AUDIO R L AUDIO OUT R L LINE OUT VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR DIGITAL AUDIO OUT S VIDEO OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL PCM/DTS/ DOLBY DIGITAL VCR-DVD Recorder VCR-DVD Recorder Connect all power cords last! You will need: X2 X2 (one audio/video cord is supplied) (one coaxial cable is supplied) You will need: X1 X3 (one audio/video cord is supplied) (one coaxial cable is supplied) to OUT TO TV to VIDEO OUT/ AUDIO OUT to LINE IN to VHF/UHF IN to an AC outlet to VHF/UHF OUT to RF IN to RF OUT to VHF/UHF IN to an AC outlet to CABLE IN to LINE IN to S VIDEO IN to S VIDEO OUT to DIGITAL IN (COAXIAL) to LINE IN (AUDIO) Connect one of the following cords (not supplid) audio cords -or- coaxial digital cord -or- optical digital cord a b c to DIGITAL IN (OPTICAL) a b c to an AC outlet to an AC outlet to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) If you don’t have a cable box, connect this coaxial cable directly to VHF/UHF IN on the VCR-DVD recorder. to COMPONENT VIDEO IN to LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) Cable Box / Satellite Receiver VCR-DVD Recorder Cable Box Television to LINE OUT to LINE 1 IN to LINE OUT to VHF/UHF IN to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Television a b b a Follow the three steps below to connect, setup and make recordings on your VCR-DVD recorder. RDR-VX500 Disconnect your VCR If you have been using a VCR, you do not need to disconnect all of your equipment. Just disconnect your VCR and connect the VCR-DVD recorder in its place. Select a connection Select one of the following two types of basic connections according to the type of equipment you have. Cable Box with Video/Audio Output – or – Satellite Receiver Cable (cable box without video/audio output) – or – Antenna Proceed to Step 1 and begin! 1 2 2 1 4 4 3 3 2 4 4 1 VCR VCR-DVD Recorder Television
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Before hookup
©2004 Sony Corporation
Printed in Korea
Television
VHF/UHF INLINE IN
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF
LINE 1 IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
AUDIO OUT
R
L
LINE OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
S VIDEO OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
DIGITALAUDIOOUT
COMPONENT OUT
ANT IN
OPTICAL S VIDEO
CAVLE INOUT TO
TV
VIDEO OUT
VHF/UHF INLINE IN
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF
LINE 1 IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
AUDIO OUT
R
L
LINE OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
S VIDEO OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
RF
IN
OUT
Optional Connecting an S video cord or a component video cord
Connect an S video cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.-or-
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 menu. For further explanations, see “Video Settings (Video)” in the Operating instructions.
Connecting an AV amplifier (receiver)
Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver) with digital cords will enable you to listen to Dolby Digital or DTS surround effects. For further explanations, see “Connecting to Your AV/Amplifier (Receiver)” in the Operating Instructions.
Cable Box / Satellite Receiver
VCR-DVD Recorder
AV Amplifier
to your wall jack
to your wall jack
You have a:Cable Box with Video / Audio Output –or–Satellite Receiver
Connect all power cords last!
You have a:Cable (cable box without video / audio output) –or–Antenna
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF
LINE 1 IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
AUDIO OUT
R
L
LINE OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
S VIDEO OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
VHF/UHF IN
YINPUT
S VIDEOPBPR
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
LINE IN
DIGITAL IN
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF
LINE 1 IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
L
AUDIO OUT
R
L
LINE OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
S VIDEO OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
VCR-DVD Recorder
VCR-DVD Recorder
Connect all power cords last!
You will need:
X2 X2(one audio/video cord is supplied) (one coaxial cable is supplied)
You will need:
X1 X3(one audio/video cord is supplied) (one coaxial cable is supplied)
to OUT TO TV
to VIDEO OUT/
AUDIO OUT
to LINE INto VHF/UHF IN
to an AC outlet
to VHF/UHF OUT
to RF IN
to RF OUT
to VHF/UHF IN
to an AC outlet
to CABLE IN
to LINE IN
to S VIDEO IN
to S VIDEO OUT
to DIGITAL IN(COAXIAL)
to LINE IN(AUDIO)
Connect one of the following cords (not supplid) audio cords -or-coaxial digital cord -or-optical digital cord
a
b
c
to DIGITAL IN(OPTICAL)
ab
c
to an AC outlet
to an AC outlet
to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)
If you don’t have a cable box, connect this coaxial cable directly to VHF/UHF IN on the VCR-DVD recorder.
to COMPONENT VIDEO IN
to LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R)
Cable Box / Satellite Receiver
VCR-DVD Recorder
Cable Box Television
to LINE OUT
to LINE 1 IN
to LINE OUT
to VHF/UHF IN
to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Television
a
b
b
a
Follow the three steps below to connect, setup and make recordings on your VCR-DVD recorder.
RDR-VX500
Disconnect your VCRIf you have been using a VCR, you do not need to disconnect all of your equipment. Just disconnect your VCR and connect the VCR-DVD recorder in its place.
Select a connection Select one of the following two types of basic connections according to the type of equipment you have.
Cable Box with Video/Audio Output – or – Satellite Receiver
Cable (cable box without video/audio output) – or – Antenna
Proceed to Step 1 and begin!
1
2
2
1
4
4
3
3
2
4
4
1
VCR
VCR-DVD Recorder
Television
Record a TV ProgramThe following explains how to record a current TV program. For instructions on how to set the timer, see “Timer Recording“ in the Operating Instructions.
1 Press DVD to record to a DVD disc. Or, press VIDEO to record to a VHS tape.
2 Press CH+/– to select a channel.
The channel number appears in the front panel display.
• If you connected your cable box or satellite receiver to the Line 1 input of the VCR-DVD recorder, press INPUT SELECT until “LINE1” appears in the front panel display. Then select a channel on your cable box or satellite receiver.
• If you connected your cable box to the VCR-DVD recorder’s antenna input jack, select channel 2, 3 or 4, whichever channel is used to receive the signal from the cable box. Then select a channel on your cable box.
Playback the Recorded DVD Disc1 Press DVD to control the DVD
recorder.
2 Press TITLE LIST.
The TITLE LIST menu appears.
3 Press M/m to select the title you want to play and press ENTER.
The sub-menu appears.
4 Press M/m to select “Play” and press ENTER.
Playback starts from the beginning of the title.
Easy Setup
ENTER SYSTEMMENU
Easy Setup is finished.
Finish
10:10 AM
Move Enter Return Exit
Insert a DVD Disc1 Press DVD to control the DVD
recorder.
2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE and place a recordable DVD on the disc tray.
3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE again to close the disc tray.
“LOAD” will appear for about a minute in the VCR-DVD recorder’s front panel display. See “Quick Guide to DVD Disc Types” in the Operating Instructions for more details about the differences between disc types.
hintDon’t know what’s going on?Look at your TV screen, not the front panel display. Messages explaining the current status of the DVD recorder will appear on your TV screen. Note that the remote does not work while “LOAD” is flashing, so be patient!
The Easy Setup display automatically appears on your TV screen when you turn on your recorder for the first time. Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments to use the recorder. If you make a mistake, press O RETURN.
Initial setting necessary to operate theDVD recorder will be made.
You can change them later using Setup.
Easy Setup
Enter Return ExitENTER SYSTEMMENU
Start
6 Press M/m to select “Auto” and press ENTER.
The recorder will automatically search for a channel that carries a time signal when you turn off the recorder after finishing Easy Setup.If broadcasters in your area are not yet sending time signals, setect “Manual,” and press ENTER. Press M/m to set the month and press ,. Set the day, year, hour, minutes, and AM/PM in the same way. The day of the week is set automatically.
7 Press M/m to select whether or not you have a cable connection, and press ENTER.
If you have cable, select “Cable.” If not, select “Antenna.”
8 The Tuner Preset function starts searching for all receivable channels. This may take a couple of minutes.
9 Press M/m to select the type of TV you have, then press ENTER.
If you have a wide-screen TV, select “16:9.” If you have a standard TV, select either “4:3 Letter Box”(shrink to fit) or “4:3 Pan Scan” (stretch to fit). This will determine how “wide-screen” images are displayed on your TV.
10 Press M/m to select the type of Dolby Digital signal you want to send to your AV amplifier (receiver), then press ENTER.
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby Digital decoder, select “Dolby Digital.” If not, select “D-PCM.”
11 Press M/m to select the type of DTS signal you want to send to your AV amplifier (receiver), then press ENTER.
If your AV amplifier has a DTS decoder, select “On.” If not, select “Off.”
12 When “Finish” appears, press ENTER to complete Easy Setup.
1 Turn on your TV and any other connected equipment such as your cable box or satellite receiver.
2 Plug the VCR-DVD recorder into an AC outlet.
3 Press the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on your TV screen. Or, set your TV to the RF output channel; 3ch or 4ch.
If “Initial setting necessary to operate the DVD recorder will be made. You can change them later using Setup.” does not appear on your TV screen, select “Easy Setup” from “Setup” in the System Menu.
4 Press ENTER.
5 Press M/m to select a language for the on-screen display, then press ENTER.
3 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode.
When recording to a DVD disc:HQ, HSP, SP, LP, EP or SLPHQ offers the best quality picture, but with the shortest recording time. Recording time increases with each successive mode, but the picture quality gradually deteriorates.
When recording to a VHS tape:SP or EP EP (Extended Play) provides recording time three times as long as SP (Standard Play). However, SP produces better picture and audio quality.
hintHow much disc space or tape length do I have?You can check information about the disc or tape, such as the remaining disc space or remaining tape length, by pressing DISPLAY while the disc or tape is inserted.
4 Press z REC.
The recorder starts recording. To stop recording, press x STOP.
Easy Setup
ENTER SYSTEMMENU
Select a method for setting the clock.If you select "Auto", this recorder will look
for a time signal when you turn it off.
Auto
Manual
Move Enter Return Exit
Easy Setup
ENTER SYSTEMMENU
Select the way in which you will receivechannels.
Antenna
Cable
Move Enter Return Exit
Easy Setup
SYSTEMMENU
Searching for receivable Channels. 25Please wait.
Return Exit
Easy Setup
Move Enter Return ExitENTER SYSTEMMENU
Select your TV screen type.
16 : 9
4 : 3 Letter Box
4 : 3 Pan Scan
10:10 AM
Easy Setup
Move Enter Return ExitENTER SYSTEMMENU
Dolby Digital
D-PCM
Dolby Digital
10:10 AM
Easy Setup
ENTER SYSTEMMENU
DTS
On
Off
10:10 AM
Move Enter Return Exit
Move Enter Return ExitENTER SYSTEMMENU
No. Title Length Edit
Title List(Original)
T
10:10 AM
CH 23
Nov/16/200408:00 PM
01 >
02 >
03 >
04 >
CH 23 01:29:03
CH 66 00:31:23
CH 95 01:59:00
CH 97 00:58:56
Move Enter Return ExitENTER SYSTEMMENU
T
No. Title Length Edit
01 >
02 >
03 >
04 >
01:29:03
00:31:23
01:59:00
00:58:56
Play
Erase
Protect
Title Name
A-B Erase
10:10 AMTitle List(Original)
CH 23
Nov/16/200408:00 PM
CH 23
CH 66
CH 95
CH 97
Select the screen language.
Easy Setup
Move Enter Return ExitENTER SYSTEMMENU
English
Français
Español
Insert a VHS Tape1 Press VIDEO to control the
VCR.
2 Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
Playback the Recorded VHS Tape1 Press VIDEO to control the VCR.
2 Press m to find the point you want to start playback.
For further explanations, see “ Playing VHS Tapes” in the Operating instructions.
3 Press H PLAY.
Playback starts.
11 22 33
44 55 66
77 88 99
00
ZOOM
RECMODE
OPEN/CLOSE
ENTER
CH/TRACKING
INPUTSELECT
DISPLAY
TITLELIST
REC
Now that you have familiarized yourself with the VCR-DVD recorder, try the functions below by following the explanations in the Operating Instructions.
Copy a VHS tape to a DVD or a DVD to a VHS tapeSee “Dubbing from a Video to a DVD” or “Dubbing from a DVD to a Video.”
O RETURN
M/m/,/ENTERPress ENTER to make a selection
Label side facing up
?/1 (on/standby)
