Sony RDR VX511 Operating Instructions
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DVD Recorder Operating Instructions RDR-VX511 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 - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this VCR-DVD recorder is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
to this. If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
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 - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
the Power Cord 19 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 19 Step 7: Easy Setup 22 Connecting Another VCR or Similar Device 26 Quick Guide to Disc Types 28 Recordable and Playable Discs 28 12 cm/8 cm Discs 30 Playable Discs 30 DVD Operation DVD Playback 32 Playing 32 Playback Options 33 Playing - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options 100 Easy Setup (Resetting the Recorder 102 Additional Information 103 Troubleshooting 103 Notes About This Recorder 108 Specifications 109 About i.LINK 110 Guide to Parts and Controls 112 Glossary 117 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
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between a DVD disc and VHS tape with the simple press of a button. DVD VIDEO Easy selection between DVD and VCR Simply press the DVD or VIDEO button to select the media format you want to use. * Note that copy-protected signals will not be recorded. Quick access to recorded titles Title - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
D8 format tape over to a disc. control Playlist dubbing Operation restrictions Current Operation Playing a VHS tape*1 Recording on a VHS tape Playing a DVD*2 Recording on a DVD Possible Simultaneous Operations VCR Playback VCR Recording DVD Playback DVD Recording - No No Yes No - Yes - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
, which allows you to select a title to play or edit. B "Timer" Used to set a new timer recording for a disc or VHS tape, as well as change or cancel the timer recordings you set. C "Edit" Used to create or edit a Playlist (unfinalized DVD-RWs (VR mode) only). D "Dubbing" Used to dub from a disc to - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
a disc inserted To return to the previous display Press O RETURN. Notes • The TOOLS menu may not appear during DVD recording. • The System Menu does not appear when recording on a DVD, or dubbing from VHS tape to a DVD. • You cannot use the DVD or VIDEO buttons with the System Menu turned on. 11 - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
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 video input jack. • Be sure to disconnect - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
satellite receiver (LINE 1 IN). Wall Cable box/satellite receiver AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO OUT S VIDEO ANT IN TO TV Audio/video cord (supplied) VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow LINE 1 IN VIDEO AUDIO to LINE 1 IN AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
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) VCR-DVD recorder AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT LINE 1 IN LINE OUT VIDEO VIDEO VHF/UHF L Y IN R PB DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PR OPTICAL COAXIAL L R OUT - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
OUT VIDEO VIDEO (yellow) Audio/video cord (supplied) to S VIDEO OUT VCR-DVD recorder L R AUDIO AUDIO (white) (red) to LINE OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO recorder and your TV at the same time. • During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the S VIDEO OUT jack will output DVD - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
IN R PB DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PR OPTICAL COAXIAL L R OUT AUDIO AUDIO VCR-DVD recorder z Hint Video signal can also be output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack when playing a VHS tape. Note During DVD recording, you cannot watch VHS pictures by pressing VIDEO, as the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks will - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
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). AUDIO OUT L R VCR-DVD recorder DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (white) Audio cord (not supplied) (white) (red) (red) A INPUT L AUDIO R to AUDIO OUT (L/R) AV - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
• For correct speaker location, see the operating instructions supplied with the connected components. • During VHS playback, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks can also output digital audio signals. Notes • During DVD recording, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks output DVD audio signals only. You cannot hear - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
recorder (page 26), be sure to connect the power cord only after all connections are complete. You can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Notes • If the supplied remote interferes your other Sony DVD recorder or player, change the command mode number for this recorder (page 24). • Use - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
AV amplifier (receiver) with the remote If you connect the recorder to a Sony AV amplifier (receiver), you can use the supplied remote to control the AV amplifier's (receiver's) volume. Set the code number for your AV amplifier (receiver) to control it. TV/DVD·VIDEO switch "/1 Number buttons VOL - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
connected unit, you may not be able to control your AV amplifier (receiver) with some or any of the buttons. • If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased. • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset to the default setting. Set - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
TV so that the signal from the recorder appears on your TV screen. "Initial setting necessary to operate the DVD recorder will be made. You can change Auto", this recorder will look for a time signal when you turn it off. Auto Manual 6 Select "Auto," and press ENTER. The recorder will automatically - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
for all of the receivable channels and presets them. No Disc Easy Setup Searching for receivable channels. 25 Please wait. To set the channels manually, see page 94. After the Tuner Preset is finished, the setup display for selecting the picture size of the connected TV appears. 9 Select the - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
. Finish If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder If the supplied remote interferes with your other Sony DVD recorder or player, set the command mode number for this recorder and the supplied remote to one that differs from the other Sony DVD recorder or player. The default - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
5 Select the command mode ("DVD 1," "DVD 2," or "DVD 3"), and press ENTER. 6 Slide the COMMAND MODE switch on the remote so it matches the mode you selected above. To return to the previous display Press O RETURN. Note If the command mode does not match, the recorder's command mode appears on the - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
VCR or similar recording device to the LINE IN jacks of this recorder. See also the instruction manual supplied with the connected equipment. To record on this recorder, see "Recording LINE 2 IN VCR-DVD recorder : Signal flow Notes • You cannot dub a copy guard DVD VIDEO to this DVD recorder. • Do - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
may result. • Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying cannot be recorded. • If you pass the recorder signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on your TV screen. VCR-DVD recorder VCR TV Be sure to connect your VCR to the VCR-DVD recorder and your TV in - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
Quick Guide to Disc Types Recordable and Playable Discs Disc Type Disc Logo Icon used in this manual Formatting (new discs) Compatibility with other DVD players (finalizing) DVD+RW DVDRW VR mode Video mode +RW -RWVR -RWVideo Automatically formatted Playable on DVD+RW compatible players ( - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
Recording format) • DVD-Rs with CPRM*1 *1 CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) is a coding technology that protects copyrights for images. *2 Unused DVD-RWs are automatically formatted according to the setting of "Format DVD" in "Features" setup (page 100). *3 Erasing titles only frees - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
JPEG format that conforms to ISO9660* Level 1/Level 2 DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs in MP3 or JPEG format conforming to UDF 8 cm DVD+RWs, DVD-RWs, and DVD-Rs recorded with a DVD video camera (Still images recorded with a DVD video camera cannot be played.) "DVD VIDEO" and "CD" logos are trademarks - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
the disc is not playable. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions. RDR-VX511 NO. X Region code Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies This product is designed to playback discs that - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
For simultaneous VHS and DVD operation, see page 9. Using the DVD's Menu +RW -RWVideo +R -R DVD When you play a DVD VIDEO, or a finalized DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R, you can display the disc's menu by pressing TOP MENU or MENU. 1 Press DVD to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Press - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Selects an angle when pressed repeatedly. If various angles (multi-angles) for a scene are recorded on the disc, " " appears in the front panel display. DVD Zooms into a scene during playback or still mode when pressed repeatedly. Magnification changes as follows: normal t ×2 t ×4 t normal The - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
briefly fast forwards a scene when pressed during playback. • Goes to the previous or next frame when pressed during pause mode. +RW +R -RWVR -RWVideo -R DVD • Goes to the beginning of the current or next title/ chapter/scene/track and starts playback when pressed during playback. • Goes to the - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
specific portion (page 36). +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R VCD * DVD * With PBC function off DVD DVD z Hints • You can change playback options, such as subtitle, audio track, angle, etc., using the TOOLS menu (page 11). • During playback or pause mode, the recorder's m/ M buttons and the remote - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions VCD PBC (Playback Control) allows you to play VIDEO CDs interactively using a Then follow the instructions in the menu (press H PLAY when "Press make a recording. Repeating a specific portion (Repeat A-B Play) +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R VCD * -R DVD 1 During - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
:56 > 4 3 A Title type (DVD-RWs (VR mode) only): Displays the title type, "Title List (Original)" or "Playlist." B Movie thumbnail image C Title information: Displays the title number, title name, recording date, and recording mode. " " indicates a protected title, while " " indicates unprotected - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
scene using the time code. Number buttons Notes • The Title List does not appear for DVD-RWs (Video mode), DVD+Rs, or DVD-Rs that have been finalized. To view a title, press TOP MENU or MENU (page 32). • The Title List may not appear for discs created on other DVD recorders. • Letters that cannot - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
enter the time code for a playback point. Bookmarking a favorite scene (Bookmark) 2 Press - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
CDs (CD-Rs/CD-RWs) or DATA DVDs (DVD+RWs/ DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs). DVD TOP MENU O RETURN REPEAT M/m/ - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
Playback See the instructions supplied with the CD-R/CDRW/DVD-R/DVD-RW drives and the recording software (not supplied) for details on the recording format. z Hints • Since a disc with many trees takes longer to start playback, it is recommended that you create albums with no more than two trees - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
in the upper part of the DVDs (DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/ DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs) recorded in JPEG format. However, the discs must be recorded according to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet format and DATA DVDs of Universal Disk Format (UDF) for the recorder to recognize the tracks (or files). See the instructions - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
compression JPEG image files are not supported. • The image size that the recorder can display is limited to width 32 - 7680 pixels by height 32 - 8192 pixels. Displaying the Playing Time and Play Information +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R VCD CD DATA CD DATA DVD DVD You can check disc information - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
in stop mode) Remaining time of the current title (during playback) E Channel or input source* F Date and time * Title type (original or Playlist) for DVD-RWs (VR mode). Viewing information on the front panel display You can view the information on the front panel display. Press TIME/TEXT repeatedly - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
shares a single tuner for both the DVD recorder and the VCR. You cannot record different programs to a DVD and a VHS tape at the same time. Recording mode Like the SP or EP recording mode of VCRs, this recorder has eight different recording modes. Select a recording mode according to the time and - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
Pictures with copy protection cannot be recorded on this recorder. Recording stops when a copy guard signal is detected. Copy control signals Copy-Free Recordable discs +RW +R -RWVR -RWVideo -R Copy-Once -RWVR Ver.1.1 with CPRM* Ver.1.2 with CPRM* Copy-Never None * The recorded disc can - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
PAUSE again. To watch another TV program while recording 1 Slide the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch to TV. 2 Press TV/VIDEO to set the TV to the TV input. 3 Select another channel on the TV. To watch a VHS tape while recording Press VIDEO to operate the VCR, insert a tape, then press H PLAY. z Hints • To play - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
titles, select "Off." z Hint You can create chapters manually when playing DVD+RWs or DVD-RWs (VR mode) (page 59). DVD Timer Recording +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R You can set the timer for a total of 12 programs together with DVD and VCR timer recording, up to one month in advance. Note that the - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
"Edit" from the Timer List (page 52). 7 Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the menu. DVD Recording To stop recording Press x STOP twice. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop recording. If timer settings overlap The program that starts first has priority and the second program - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
in the Title List menu. • When the start time and the channel or input source to be recorded are the same but the "RecTo" setting differs, the program is recorded to both the DVD disc and the VHS tape. • You can also turn on the timer programming menu from the System Menu. Press SYSTEM - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
ENTER. The "Features" setup appears. 8 Select "Synchro Recording," and press ENTER. 9 Select "to DVD," and press ENTER. 10 Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off instructions. • During Synchro-Rec standby, the Auto Clock Set function does not work (page 94). • After a recording has finished, the recorder - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
OK" and press ENTER when asked for confirmation. Timer List 10:10 AM No Rec To 01 DVD 02 DVD 03 --04 --05 --06 --- Date Start End Source Mode Edit 04/15 09:00PM 10: the program may not be recorded if another recording is underway, or other prioritized timer setting overlaps. For priority, see page - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
cannot change the timer settings for a recording currently underway. • The Timer List displays both the DVD recorder and VCR timer settings. Recording From Connected Equipment Without a Timer +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R You can record from a connected VCR or similar device. For connection details - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
Tape to a DVD" (page 89) for an explanation of how to record from the DV IN jack. Notes • A video game image may not be recorded clearly. • The recorder does not record programs with Copy- Never signals. Such recordings stop after a few seconds. • During recording or recording pause, you cannot - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
a title (page 56). - Setting protection against erasure (DVD+RWs only) (page 56). - Dividing a title (DVD+RWs only) (page 58). To record on the disc (except for DVD+RWs). • If a message appears and indicates that the disc's control information is full, erase unnecessary titles. Edit options for DVD - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
protect Playlist titles. • If a message appears and indicates that the disc's control recordings, create a Playlist title (page 61). DVD ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST TITLE LIST O RETURN ./> X PAUSE M/m/ - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
disc space. For DVD+RWs and DVD-RWs (Video mode), you can free up space only by erasing the last title. Notes • When editing a DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R, finish all editing before finalizing the disc. You cannot edit a finalized disc. • You cannot erase protected titles or erase chapters - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
(Divide Title) +RW -RWVR You can divide a title into two. Note that dividing original titles cannot be undone. 1 Press TITLE LIST. When editing a DVD-RW(VR mode), press ORIGINAL/PLAYLIST to switch to the "Title List (Original)," if necessary. 2 Select a title, and press ENTER. The sub-menu appears - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
You can also divide a Playlist title (page 62). Creating chapters manually +RW -RWVR You can manually insert a chapter mark at any point you like during playback. able to record or edit. • You cannot add or erase chapter marks on protected titles or discs. DVD Editing CHAPTER MARK ERASE CHAPTER MARK - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
be different. When the display for entering characters appears, follow the steps below. DVD ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST TITLE LIST O RETURN M/m/ - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
disc is finalized, you cannot create Playlist titles on the disc. DVD ORIGINAL/ PLAYLIST SYSTEM MENU ./> X PAUSE TITLE LIST M/m/ - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
in a title may be different from what you have set. SYSTEM MENU O RETURN ./> X PAUSE M/m/ - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
DVD Editing 4 Select "Edit Playlist," and press ENTER. The "Playlist" Title List appears. Playlist 1/2 No. Title 01 CH 32 02 CH 96 10:10 AM Length - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
4 Press ENTER. The display asks for confirmation. 5 Select "Yes," and press ENTER. The display asks whether to use the same title name as before. To use the same name, select "Yes" and press ENTER to finish. 6 Select "No," and press ENTER. The display asks whether to rename the title. 7 Select "Yes - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
DVD Editing Moving a scene (Move) -RWVR You can change the scene order within the Playlist title. 1 Follow steps 1 to 7 of "Editing a Playlist" (page 62). 2 Select a scene - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
change the disc name. Depending on the disc type, you can also format or set protection. DVD SYSTEM MENU O RETURN M/m/ - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
Play" of "Features" to "On" in the "Setup" display (page 100). • If you switch to the VCR while playing a disc, DVD playback stops. • The VCR does not record in S-VHS format, but will play S-VHS tapes by automatically detecting the format, but picture quality will be lower than usual SVHS. Image may - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
Adjusting the picture (tracking) You can manually adjust tracking if the recording quality is too poor to be remedied by the VCR's automatic tracking (a tracking meter appears during the automatic tracking). Press TRACKING +/-. The tracking meter appears. Press TRACKING +/- repeatedly until the - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
Playback Options REPLAY/ ADVANCE . PREV > NEXT H PLAY X PAUSE VCR Playback Button Operation (fast reverse/fast forward) • Fast reverses or fast forwards when pressed during stop mode. When you hold down during fast reverse or - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
signal at the point where each recording begins. You can easily find a specific point using various search functions. Note During DVD recording, you cannot use VCR search functions. CLEAR VIDEO M/m/ - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
You can check playback information, such as elapsed or remaining time, recording mode, etc., on the TV screen. E Channel or input source playing a tape Elapsed time DISPLAY TIME/TEXT Remaining tape length VCR Playback Clock Press DISPLAY during playback. The information display appears. Each - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
front panel display when you play a tape without Hi-fi recording. How sound is recorded on a video tape The VCR records sound onto two separate tracks. Hi-fi audio is recorded onto the main track along with the picture. Monaural sound is recorded onto the normal audio track along the edge of the - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
for both the DVD recorder and the VCR. You cannot record different programs to a DVD and a VHS tape at the same time. • This recorder has the copy guard function. Programs that contain a Copy-Never copy guard signal cannot be correctly recorded on the VCR. To save a recording To prevent accidental - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
VCR Recording Without the Timer DVD DISPLAY TV/DVD·VIDEO switch VIDEO CH +/- INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO H PLAY z REC REC MODE x STOP X PAUSE 1 Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. 2 Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. 3 Press CH +/- or INPUT SELECT repeatedly to select the channel or input - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
may take one minute for the remaining tape length to appear. Record 0:30:00 SP Rem 01:30 CH 110 A Recording status B Time counter C Recording mode D Remaining tape length E Current channel To check the remaining tape length, set "VCR Function" - "Tape Length" of "Features" in the "Setup" display - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
or during a timer recording. This may prevent the accurate recording of a program. VIDEO SYSTEM MENU TIMER M/m/ - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
for the inserted tape ("VCR Function" "Tape Length" of "Features" in the "Setup" display (page 100)). z Hints • When the start time and the channel or input source to be recorded are the same but the "RecTo" setting differs, the program is recorded to both the DVD disc and the VHS tape. • You can - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
ENTER REC MODE SYNCHRO REC x STOP 1 Press VIDEO to operate the VCR. 2 Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. 3 Press REC MODE repeatedly to select the recording mode, "SP" or "EP." 4 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. 5 Select "Setup," and press ENTER. 6 Select "Features - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
operating instructions. • During Synchro-Rec standby, the Auto Clock Set function does not work. • After a recording has finished, the recorder enters the "Timer List," and press ENTER. Timer List 10:10 AM No RecTo 01 VCR 02 VCR 03 --04 --05 --06 --- Date 04/15 04/30 Start Stop CH Mode - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
the timer settings for a recording currently underway. • The Timer List displays both the DVD recorder and VCR timer settings. 5 Select and press ENTER when asked for confirmation. Timer List 10:10 AM No Rec To 01 VHS 02 VHS 03 --04 --05 --06 --- Date Start End Source Mode Edit 4/15 09:00PM - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
video game image may not be recorded clearly. • You cannot record on a tape with its safety tab removed. • During recording or recording pause, you cannot change the recording mode. • You cannot change the channel or input source during recording. INPUT SELECT VCR Recording z REC REC MODE x STOP - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
PAUSE REC MODE M/m/ - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
editing of copyrighted material is prohibited under copyright law. Dubbing From a DVD to a VHS Tape +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R DVD You can record (dub) a DVD title to a VHS tape. Note that when you record copy-protected software to a tape, picture may appear disrupted when you play back - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
Dubbing selected titles and scenes (Program Dubbing) You can select titles or scenes from a DVD, and dub the contents to a VHS tape all at once. 1 Press VIDEO and insert a VHS tape with its safety tab in place. To select the recording mode, SP or EP, press REC MODE repeatedly (see page 73). 2 Press - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
view the selected title or scene, select "Check" and press ENTER. To cancel dubbing, press O RETURN. 14Select "Dubbing," and press ENTER. Dubbing starts. Dubbing (TAPE y DVD) ,continued 85 - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
Press x STOP. Note that it may take a few seconds for the recorder to stop dubbing. z Hints • The brightness of the playback picture may differ from normal DVD playback picture. • The DVD playback time may differ slightly from the VHS tape counter value. • The sound being played back (main, sub, etc - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
to operate the DVD recorder. 2 Insert a disc. 3 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. The System Menu appears. 4 Select "Disc Setting," and press ENTER. The "Disc Setting" display appears. Disc Setting Title List Timer Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Disc Name Disc Protect Disc Format - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
DVD recorder will fast forward and rewind the tape for you - you do not need to operate your digital video camera. Do the following to start using the "DV/D8 Edit" functions of this recorder. See the instruction manual copy protection signals, which limit recording. Hookups VCR-DVD recorder DV - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD +RW -RWVR -RWVideo +R -R You can record a DV/D8 format tape onto a disc. The recorder controls the digital video camera. You can fast forward, rewind, play in slow motion, and stop the tape to select the scenes using the onscreen menu. - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
. The following display appears. Notes • If you want to play the disc on other DVD equipment, finalize the disc (page 86). • You cannot connect more than one piece of digital video equipment to the recorder. • You cannot record the date, time, or contents of a DV/ D8 format tape onto the disc. • If - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
/D8 Format Tape to a DVD" on page 89. Follow the instructions appearing on the TV screen. DV/D8 Dubbing (DV/D8 t DVD) x STOP ONE TOUCH DUBBING Follow steps 1 to 11 of "Dubbing From a DV/D8 Format Tape to a DVD" (page 89), and press ONE TOUCH DUBBING on the remote. The recorder rewinds the tape in - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
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Type Black Level Picture Control Progressive Disc Setting Setup recorder is in stop mode. 2 Select "Setup," and press ENTER. 3 Select "Tuner Preset," and press ENTER. The "Tuner Preset" setup appears with the following options. Tuner Preset Title List Timer Edit Antenna/Cable Auto Preset Manual - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. 2 Select "Setup," and press ENTER. 3 Select "Clock Set," and press ENTER. The "Clock Set" setup appears with the following options. Clock Set Title List Timer Auto Manual Edit Dubbing Disc Setting Setup 10:10 AM Auto (Auto Clock - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
y Central y Mountain y Pacific y Alaska y Hawaii y Auto ◆ Daylight Saving Select "On" or "Off" (standard time), or select "Auto" to have the recorder automatically set the daylight saving time. Manual If the Auto Clock Set function did not set the clock correctly for your local area, set the clock - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
the standard level. Picture Control You can adjust the video signal of DVD or VIDEO CD (with PBC function off) from the recorder to obtain the picture ENTER. 2 Select "On," and press ENTER. 3 Follow the instructions appearing on the TV screen. Video 10:10 AM Title LiPstrogresTsVivTeySpcean - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
Settings (Audio) The "Audio" setup allows you to adjust the sound according to the playback and connection conditions. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. 2 Select "Setup," and press ENTER. 3 Select "Audio," and press ENTER. The "Audio" setup appears with the following options - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
damage. • Dolby Digital Output (DVDs only) Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal. D-PCM Select this when the recorder is connected to an audio . Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (DVDs only) Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to "Audio DRC - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
). You can select either soundtrack when playing back the disc. z Hint Audio selected with the connected equipment is recorded on a disc other than DVD-RWs(VR mode). Recording and VCR Settings (Features) The "Features" setup allows you to change the tape length, auto play and auto repeat settings - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
has a timer function (such as a satellite tuner) to a DVD disc. to Video Sets the recorder to record programs from connected equipment that has a timer function (such as a satellite tuner) to a VHS tape. Language, Parental Control Settings/Factory Settings (Options) The "Options" setup allows - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
only) Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to a predetermined level, such as the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked the Parental Control function cannot be limited on this recorder. • Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the Parental Control level while playing - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
is assigned the same command mode. Be sure to match the COMMAND MODE switch on the remote to the setting made here. For details, see "If you have a Sony DVD player or more than one Sony DVD recorder" on page 24. DVD 1 DVD 2 DVD 3 Select this if the default command mode conflicts with other - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the recorder, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power does not turn on. , Check that the AC power cord - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
(OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack, check the "Audio" setup settings (page 97). DVD Playback The disc does not play. , The disc is upside down. Insert the of the operations above. See the instruction manual supplied with the disc. , While the recorder is reading disc information, playback operations will - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
protection signals that restrict copying. , The program that starts first has priority and the second program starts recording only after the first program has finished. If the programs start at the same time, the program listed first in the menu has priority (page 49). , There is no DVD inserted - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
disc has 99 or more titles, which prevents further recording. , The disc is protected (page 66). Contents previously recorded were erased. , Data that has been recorded on a DVD with a PC will be erased from the disc when the disc is inserted. VCR Playback The playback picture does not appear on the - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
the code (page 19). , Turn on the recorder. , The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the recorder. , Different command modes are set for the recorder and remote. Set the same command mode (page 24). , Slide the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch to DVD·VIDEO (page 20). Other Sony equipment responds - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
When the video heads are dirty, clean the video heads using a Sony video head cleaning cassette. If a Sony cleaning cassette is not available in your area, have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony dealer (a standard service fee will be charged). Do not use a commercially available liquid type - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
Specifications System [DVD recorder section] Laser Semiconductor laser Audio recording format Dolby Digital Video recording format MPEG Video [VCR section] Format VHS NTSC standard Video recording system Rotary head helical scanning FM system Video heads Double azimuth four heads Video signal NTSC - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
including projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) Approx. 430 × 85 × 334 mm (Approx. 17 × 3 3/8 × 131/4 inches) Mass Approx. 4.9 kg (Approx. 10.8 lbs) Supplied accessories Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Antenna cable (1) Audio/video cord (1) Design and specifications are - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
S400 (approx. 400 Mbps) The baud rate is listed under "Specifications" in the instruction manual of each equipment. It is also indicated near the i.LINK when connecting this recorder, also see the instruction manuals for the equipment to be connected. Required i.LINK cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses. Front panel Buttons on the recorder have the same function as the buttons on the remote if they have the same or similar names. Open the cover A "/1 (on/standby) button (22) B Disc tray (32, 46, 89) C A (open/close) - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
Remote For DVD functions Slide the cover Buttons with an orange dot next to them can be used with your TV when the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch is set to TV. A TV/DVD·VIDEO switch (20) B Z OPEN/CLOSE button (32, 46, 89) C DVD (33) N ZOOM button (33) O z REC (record) button (46) P REC MODE button (46, 89) - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
button (46) eg CHAPTER MARK/CHAPTER MARK ERASE buttons (59) eh WIDE MODE button (20) ej ONE TOUCH DUBBING button (91) ek COMMAND MODE switch (DVD 1, 2, 3) (24) * CH + and H PLAY buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference. 114 - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 115
For VCR functions Slide the cover A TV/DVD·VIDEO switch (20) B Z OPEN/CLOSE (eject) button (67) C Number RETURN button (22) I . PREV (previous)/> NEXT buttons (69) J (search) buttons (69) K z REC (record) button (74) L REC MODE button (74) M SYNCHRO REC button (78) N ?/1 (on/standby) button - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
RW VR VCD STEREO SAP VIDEO A DVD Playing/recording status B Disc type/recording format C Audio signal indicators D STEREO indicator (45, 73) E SAP (Second Audio Program) indicator (45, 73) F VIDEO Playing/recording status G Tape indicator Rear panel H Timer indicator I Displays the following - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
Depending on the disc, no chapters may be recorded. Copy protection signals (page 46) Copy restriction set by copyright owners, etc. These DVD also uses a variable rate coding technology that changes the data to be allocated according to the status of the picture. Audio information is recorded - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
RW (VR mode). Erasing original titles frees up disc space. Playlist (page 55) Playback information created from the actual recordings on a DVD-RW (VR mode). A Playlist leaves the original titles as they are, and contains only the information needed to control playback. A Playlist title takes up very - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
Abbreviation TUR VIE ZAF Language Turkish Vietnamese Afrikaans Additional Information 119 - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
TV 15 Controlling a Sony TVs with the remote 20 Copy protection 46, 117 Copy-Free 46 Copy-Never 46 Copy-Once 46 Counter 67 CPRM 28 "Create DV/D8 Simple Dubbing" 90 "DVD Auto Chapter" 99 DVD Editing 55 DVD VIDEO 30, 117 DVD+R 28, 117 DVD+R DL 28 DVD+RW 28, 117 DVD-R 28, 117 DVD-RW 28, 117 E Easy - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 121
118 "Protect" 57 Q Quick Timer 47, 74 R Rear panel 116 REC 47, 74 REC MODE 47, 74 Recording 45, 73 recordable discs 28 recording format 28 recording mode 45 tape speed 73 while watching another program 47, 74 Recording mode 45 Recording time 45, 48 Region code 31 Remaining time 75 Remote 19, 113 - Sony RDR VX511 | Operating Instructions - Page 122
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Video Cassette Recorder/
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Operating Instructions
RDR-VX511
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-VX511
Serial No._____________
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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
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