Sony RDR-VX521 User Manual

2-672-430-11(1) US
© 2006 Sony Corporation
Video Cassette Recorder/
DVD Recorder
Operating Instructions
RDR-VX521
For customers in the U.S.A
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. RDR-VX521
Serial No.______________
For customers in Canada
If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for
Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service.
For other product related questions please contact our Customer
Information Service Centre at 1-877-899-7669 or write to us at:
Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto,
Ontario, M2H 3R6

Sony RDR-VX521 Specifications

General

Brand	Sony
Model	RDR-VX521
Category	DVD VCR Combo
Language	English

Summary

WARNING

Precautions

Safety and Handling Precautions

General safety advice, power source, and placement guidelines.

VCR Operation

VCR Playback and Recording

Instructions for playing and recording VHS tapes.

Dubbing and Video Transfer

Procedures for transferring content between VHS, DVD, and digital video.

Settings and Adjustments

How to configure various settings like audio, video, and clock.

Hookups and Settings

Initial Recorder Setup

Step-by-step guide to connecting and setting up the recorder.

External Device Connections

Connecting TV, antenna, and set-top box for optimal reception.

Connecting to Your TV

High-Quality TV Connections

Connecting to Audio Systems

Audio Output Configurations

Power and Remote Preparation

Connecting the Power Cord

Preparing the Remote Control

Initial Setup Procedure

Connecting External Audio/Video Devices

Disc Compatibility Guide

DVD Playback Operations

Starting DVD Playback

Steps to insert a disc and start playback.

Playback Controls and Options

DVD Recording

Preparation for Recording

Preparations and considerations before starting DVD recording.

Recording Modes

Selecting recording modes for different quality and time settings.

DVD Recording Without Timer

Quick Timer Recording

DVD Timer Recording

Timed Recording from External Equipment (Synchro Rec)

Managing DVD Timer Settings

Recording from External Equipment Without Timer

DVD Editing

Editing Basics and Options

General information and basic editing functions for disc types.

Editing VR Mode Titles

Advanced editing functions for VR mode discs, including playlists.

Editing Titles

Erasing Content from Titles

Creating and Managing Playlists

Editing Playlist Content

Disc Management Functions

VCR Playback Operations

Basic VHS Playback

Instructions for inserting a tape and starting VHS playback.

VCR Playback Controls

Advanced Playback Features

VCR Recording Operations

Preparation for VHS Recording

Preparations and considerations before recording VHS tapes.

VCR Recording Modes

Selecting recording modes like SP and EP for VHS tapes.

VCR Recording Without Timer

Quick Timer VHS Recording

VCR Timer Recording

Timed Recording from External VHS Equipment (Synchro Rec)

Managing VCR Timer Settings

Recording from External VHS Equipment Without Timer

Dubbing VHS to DVD

Dubbing VHS Tape to DVD

Transferring VHS tape content to a DVD disc.

Dubbing DVD to VHS Tape

Transferring DVD content to a VHS tape.

Program Dubbing from DVD to VHS

Disc Finalization

DV/D8 Dubbing to DVD

Connecting Digital Video Camera

Connecting a digital video camera via the i.LINK (DV) jack.

DV/D8 Tape to DVD Dubbing

Recording DV/D8 format tapes onto a DVD disc.

One Touch DV/D8 Dubbing

Settings and Adjustments

Using the Setup Displays

Navigating setup menus for picture, sound, and language.

Tuner and Channel Setup

Clock and Time Zone Settings

Video Picture Adjustments

Audio Output Configuration

Recording and Feature Settings

Easy Setup and Factory Reset

Troubleshooting Guide

Technical Specifications