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2-637-391-11(1)GB
Video Cassette Recorder/
DVD Recorder
Operating Instructions
RDR-VX410
PAL
© 2005 Sony Corporation
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Precautions • This unit operates on 220 – 240 V WARNING Precautions AC, 50 Hz. Check that the unit’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. To reduce the risk of fire or electric On safety To prevent fire or shock hazard, do shock, do not expose this apparatus Should any solid object or liquid fall not place objects filled with liquids, to rain or moisture. into the cabinet, unplug the recorder such as vases, on the apparatus. To avoid electrical shock, do not a
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Keep the recorder, discs, and cassettes away from equipment IMPORTANT NOTICE with strong magnets, such as Caution: This recorder is capable microwave ovens, or large of holding a still video image or loudspeakers. on-screen display image on your Do not place heavy objects on the television screen indefinitely. If recorder. you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed When you move the recorder, take on your TV for an extended period out any discs. If yo
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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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DVD Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Before Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Editing a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Changing the Name of a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Creating a Playlist
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Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Notes About This Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 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 Easy dubbing 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. DVD VIDEO * Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded. Easy selection between DVD an
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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. then erase, move, or add scenes as you like without changing the original contents. Control Original Dubbing Playlist Operation restrictions Possible Simultaneous Operations Current Operation VCR VCR DVD DVD Playback Recording Playback Recording *1 Pla
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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 19). VCR-DVD recorder to AERIAL IN TV to AERIAL OUT 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 supplied aerial cable.
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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) (supplied
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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 22). 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 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 22). If your TV accepts progressive 525p/625p format signals, you must use this connection and then set “Progressive” to “On” in th
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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 sound through your AV amplifier (receiver). When you use this connection, select “Yes” for the component out setting in step 16 of Easy Setup (page 22). Audio cord INPUT (white) (not supplied) (white) L AUDIO (red) (red) R AV amplifier (receiver) to AUDIO OUT L/R VCR-DVD recorder to D
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*1 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. A Connecting to audio L/R jacks “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of This connection uses a stereo amplifier’s Dolby Laboratories. (receiver’s) two front speakers for sound. *2 “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of You can enjoy the surround function that creates Digital Theater Systems, Inc. virtual speakers from two stereo speakers. Select from “Surround1,” “Surround2,” or “Surround3” z Hints of the surround eff
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Hookups and Settings 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. When recorder only after the front panel display lights u
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2 (volume) +/– Adjust the volume of Controlling TVs with the remote your TV You can adjust the remote control’s signal to PROG +/– Select the programme control your TV. position on your TV If you connected the recorder to an AV amplifier t 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, Select the programme -* position on a Sony TV Notes (wide mode) Switch to or from the Dependin
