Sony RDR-VX560 User manual

DVD Recorder & VHS Combo Player
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The Sony ® RDR - VX560 DVD Recorder/VCR
Combo lets you easily record your favorite TV
programs, home videos, VHS tapes and photos on
DVD. HDMI™upscaling delivers HD - quality
resolution from standard definition videos (up to
1080p) . Additionally, HDMI output simplifies
cable connections with the ability to transmit High
Definition video and surround sound audio using a
single cable .
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❍HDMI™output w/ up to 1080p upscaling for
DVD/VHS
❍Line Input Recording (Non - Tuner)
❍One Touch Dubbing through USB and
i.LINK ®
❍HDMI cable included (RDR - VX535 only)
❍2 - way One Touch Dubbing from VCR to DVD
or reverse
❍Compatible w/ DVD - RW/ - R/+RW/+R/+R DL, &
DVD RAM media
❍DVD - Video/Video CD/SVCD/CD - DA (CD - R/ -
RW) playback
❍MP3 audio and JPEG image playback
❍Set Top Box Controller (IR Blaster)
❍4 Video Head Stereo VHS with 19 Micron
Heads
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Detailed Features
HDMI ™connectivity
HDMI™connectivity delivers 1080p/1080i/720p
upscaling for DVD and VHS video and simplifies
cable connections .
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Line Input Recording
Line Input Recording lets you record your favorite
television programs from a cable or satellite set -
top box .
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One Touch Dubbing
One Touch Dubbing allows you to burn and enjoy
your photos and home video from compatible
USB or i.LINK ® - based digital cameras and
camcorders .
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Two-way One-touch Dubbing
Two - way One - touch Dubbing records from VHS to
DVD or reverse.
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BRAVIA ® Sync™for Theatre
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BRAVIA ® Sync™for Theatre technology utilizes
the industry - standard HDMI™CEC function to
provide one button access and control of the
appropriate inputs for your BRAVIA HDTV and
HDMI - connected A/V components .
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Multi-Format Compatibility
Multi - Format DVD compatibility provides a high
level of compatibility with DVD players and
recorders.
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Digital playback
Digital music and digital image playback
capability lets you listen to MP3 encoded audio
files or view JPEG images encoded on CD or DVD
media.
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Set Top Box Controller
Set Top Box Controller (IR Blaster) controls the
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channel functions of most cableset - top boxes or
satellite receivers for timer recording.
General
Convenience
Convenience Features
Video
Specifications
Tray Type: DVD and VCR Combo
Disc Capacity: 1
Recording Modes: 8 [1H (HQ), 1.5H (HSP), 2H
(SP), 2.5H (LSP), 3H (ESP), 4H (LP), 6H (EP),
8H (SLP)]
On - Screen Display: Yes
Video Heads: Yes (Four heads, 19 Micron)
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Video Features
Audio
DVD (VR Mode) Playback: Yes
DVD Playback: Yes
DVD+R DL Recording: Yes
DVD+R Recording: Yes
DVD+RW Recording: Yes
DVD - RW Recording: Yes
SVCD Playback: Yes
VCD Playback: Yes
DVD+R DL Read Compatibility: Yes
DVD+R Read Compatibility: Yes
DVD - RW (VR Mode) Read Compatibility: Yes
JPEG Playback: Yes
DVD - RAM Read Compatibility: Yes
D/A Conversion: 16 bit, 96 kHz
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Inputs and Outputs
Hardware
CD Playback: Yes (CD - DA, CD - R, CD - RW)4
Coaxial Audio Digital Output(s): 1 (Rear)
RCA Audio Input(s): 2 (1Rear/1 Front)
RCA Audio Output(s): 2 (Rear)
S - Video Input(s): 1 (Rear)
Composite Video Input(s): 2 (1Rear/1 Front)
Composite Video Output(s): 1 (Rear)
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): 1
(Rear)
HDMI™Connection Output(s): 1 (Rear)
i.LINK ® for DV/Digital8 ® Audio/Video Input(s):
1 (Front)
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USB Port(s): 1 (Front)
Remote Control: Yes
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Power
Service and Warranty Information
UPC Code
Power Requirements: AC 120V, 60Hz
Power Consumption (in Operation): 29W
Extended Warranty: 1 Year Parts / 1 Year
Labor
027242735521
Supplied Accessories
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Audio/Video Cord (1)
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Set Top Box Controller (IR Blaster)
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Remote Controller
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AA Batteries (2)
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Instruction Manual
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Quick Start Guide
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Footnotes
1. Not all products with USB connectors may communicate with each
other due to chipset variations and specifications.
2. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product
contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary
depending on the software applications, operating system and
compatible i.LINK devices. Not all products with an i.LINK connection
may not communicate
with each other. Please refer to the documentation that comes with any
device having an i.LINK connection for information on compatibility,
operating conditions and proper connection. For more information on
any Sony device having an i.LINK connection, contact Sony at 1 - 800 -
686 - 7669.
3. Requires HDTV with HDMI connector (sold separately) and
equivalent display capability. Upscaled image quality will vary.
4. Line - in Recording feature requires connection to cable, satellite, or
other set - top box with built - in ATSC tuner. Cable or satellite service
maybe required. Fees may apply.
5. Playback may not be compatible with all discs, depending on
recording conditions. DVD and CD media/formats are not universally
compatible.
6. Multi Brand TV remote is compatible with most major TV brands.
Please check your owner ’s manual to determine compatibility.
7. BRAVIA ® Sync ™ for Theater works with select Sony television and
home theater products. Please check owner ’s manual to determine
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compatibility.
Last Updated: 05/13/2009
For the latest information and to update spec sheets please visit:
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© 2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved.
IMPORTANT FACT: U.S. law requires all over - the -air broadcasting
to switch from analog to digital signals on February 17, 2009. After that
date, this product will require a converter device in order for it to
receive/record over - the -air broadcasts via an antenna from your local
TV stations. If you are a pay TV subscriber, your cable or satellite box
should provide this functionality without additional equipment. Playback
of recorded media (e.g. DVD or VHS movies) should remain
unaffected.
Sony, the Sony logo, i.LINK, Remote Commander and Digital 8 are
trademarks of Sony. Dolby ® Digital is a trademark of Dolby
Laboratories. dts is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems, L.P. All
others trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non -
metric weights and measures are approximate.
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