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Sony Black DVD Recorder And VHS Combo Player - RDR-VX560

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Sony Black DVD Recorder And VHS Combo Player - RDRVX560/ Multiformat DVD Compatible/ HDMI Output With 1080p,1080i,720p Upscaling/ USB One Touch Dubbing/ 4 Video Head Stereo VHS With 19 Micron Heads/ Virtual Surround Sound For DVD With Stereo TV Speakers/ Black Finish
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Sony Black DVD Recorder And VHS Combo Player, Model RDRVX560

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The RDR-VX560 DVD Recorder/VCR combo is just what your cable box ordered. Save your favorite TV shows, archive old VHS tapes, even burn photos and personal video from Sony USB-based camcorders and digital cameras with ease. You'll also appreciate its convenient ability to bring DVD-recording into your living room. Do you have old VHS tapes lying around? Well, now you can preserve them onto a DVD with simple One Touch Dubbing from VHS to DVD or DVD to VHS—it couldn't be simpler. In addition, this model features 1080p upscaling through HDMI™ for DVD and VHS content, making it an excellent companion for your HDTV.

Key Features:

  • 1080p Upscaling through HDMI™ for DVD and VHS
  • Line Input Recording (Non-Tuner)
  • One Touch Dubbing for DSC and Camcorder via USB
  • 2-way One Touch Dubbing from VCR to DVD or reverse
  • One Touch Dubbing from Camcorder through I.LINK (DV)
  • - BRAVIA™ Sync
  • Cable Box / Satellite Receiver Control
  • Line Input Recording (Non-Tuner)
  • HDMI™ Output with 1080p/1080i/720p Upscaling from DVD/VCR1
  • One Touch Dubbing through USB and i.LINK for Digital Cameras and Camcorders2,3
  • Two-way One Touch Dubbing from VCR to DVD or reverse
  • Digital Music (MP3) and Digital Image (JPEG) Playback
  • 14-hour recording on one DVD+R DL disc at SLP mode

Features:

  • HDMI Output:
    HDMI™ Output with 1080p/1080i/720p upscaling for DVD and VHS1: Reads the data on a standard DVD or VHS at 480p and upscales the video to 1080p Resolution on your compatible TV. Enjoy the finest in video performance while delivering Digital video and audio over one simple cable.
  • USB One Touch Dubbing2:
    Record your personal content direct from your Digital camera, DVD camcorder or hard drive camcorder to DVD by pressing one button on the front of the unit.
  • Line Input Recording (Non-Tuner)
  • 2-way One Touch Dubbing from VCR to DVD or reverse
  • One Touch Dubbing from DV/Digital 8 Camcorder through I.LINK (DV)
  • BRAVIA™ Sync
  • Cable Box / Satellite Receiver Control through IR blaster
  • Set-top Box Pass Through allows line-in signal to pass through all outputs even during turn-off
  • DVD+RW/+R/-RW/-R(Video) Recording & Playback, including DVD-RAM playback
  • DVD+R Double Layer Recording & Playback (8.5GB)
  • JPEG and MP3 Playback (DVD±RW/±R/CD-RW/R and USB)
  • Auto Clock Set & Tuning System through Line1 Input
  • Fast Playback with Sound on DVD
  • Virtual Surround Sound for DVD with Stereo TV Speakers
  • Multi Brand TV Remote Control
  • i.LINK:
    One Touch Dubbing for DV & Digital 8® Camcorders3: Copy your personal content from DV/Digital8 tapes to preserve them for your family and friends by simply pressing a button on the front panel.

Specifications:

Audio

  • CD Playback: Yes (CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW)4
  • D/A Conversion: 16 bit, 96 kHz

Convenience

  • Recording Modes: 8 [1H (HQ), 1.5H (HSP), 2H (SP), 2.5H (LSP), 3H (ESP), 4H (LP), 6H (EP), 8H (SLP)]

Convenience Features

  • On-Screen Display: Yes

General

  • Disc Capacity: 1
  • Tray Type: DVD and VCR Combo

Inputs and Outputs

  • Coaxial Audio Digital Output(s): 1 (Rear)
  • Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): 1 (Rear)
  • Composite Video Input(s): 2 (1Rear/1 Front)
  • Composite Video Output(s): 1 (Rear)
  • HDMI™ Connection Output(s): 1 (Rear)
  • Optical 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)
  • USB Port(s): 1 (Front)
  • i.LINK® for DV/Digital8® Audio/Video Input(s): 1 (Front)3

Power

  • Power Consumption (in Operation): 29W
  • Power Requirements: AC 120V, 60Hz

Video

  • Video Heads: Yes (Four heads, 19 Micron)

Video Features

  • DVD (VR Mode) Playback: Yes
  • DVD Playback: Yes
  • DVD+R DL Read Compatibility: Yes
  • DVD+R DL Recording: Yes
  • DVD+R Read Compatibility: Yes
  • DVD+R Recording: Yes
  • DVD+RW Recording: Yes
  • DVD-RAM Read Compatibility: Yes
  • DVD-RW (VR Mode) Read Compatibility: Yes
  • DVD-RW Recording: Yes
  • JPEG Playback: Yes
  • SVCD Playback: Yes
  • VCD Playback: Yes

Hardware

  • Remote Control: Yes

Box Contents:

  • Black DVD Recorder And VHS Combo Player (RDRVX560)
  • Audio/Video Cord (1)
  • Set Top Box Controller (IR Blaster)
  • Remote Controller
  • AA Batteries (2)
  • Instruction Manual
  • Quick Start Guide

Approximate Dimensions:

  • Width: 17" (430mm)
  • Height: 3-1/4" (82mm)
  • Depth: 13" (329mm)

Approximate Weight:

  • Unit: 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg)
  • Shipping: 17.20 lbs

Warranty Information:

  • Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer):
    1 Year Parts and Labor

Footnotes:

  1. Requires HDTV with HDMI connector and equivalent Display capability. Image quality will vary.
  2. Only for Sony USB compatible devices. Not all products with USB connectors may communicate with each other due to chipset variations and specifications.
  3. 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. 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.
  4. Playback may not be compatible with all discs, depending on recording conditions. DVD and CD media/formats are not universally compatible.
  5. Multi Brand TV remote is compatible with most major TV brands. Please check instruction manual to determine compatibility.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Product Review Summary
4.5 (based on 24 reviews)
92% of respondents would recommend this to a friend. 
Pros
  • Fast Setup (19)
  • Simple Controls (19)
  • Attractive Design (17)
  • Fast Recording (10)
Cons
  • Discs Load Slowly (4)
Best Uses
  • Home (17)
  • Movies (17)
  • Archiving TV Shows (11)
  • Storage (9)
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4.0
Easy to install if you read the manuel
Reviewed by Dawn in the morning (Casual User) from West Hills, CA on Apr 28, 2010
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Finally got the unit connected with picture and sound. It only plays in BW. I need instructions on how to get the color. The DVD plays on my other unit in color.
Pros: Fast Setup
Best Uses: Movies
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5.0
Excellent
Reviewed by Bill L (Casual User) from Texas on Apr 23, 2010
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
It takes a long time to load a DVD but it does have very good playback features.
Cons: Discs Load Slowly
Pros: Fast Setup, Simple Controls
Best Uses: Movies, Home
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5.0
Meets every need
Reviewed by JMS (Enthusiast) from Dubuque, IA on Apr 12, 2010
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
I do a lot of TV recording and this unit is excellent. I will be dubbing VHS soon and the testing I did shows it will be very simple. Very pleased with the purchase.
Cons: Discs Load Slowly
Best Uses: Home, Movies
Pros: Simple Controls, Fast Recording, Attractive Design, Fast Setup
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4.0
Overall good product.
Reviewed by Gamutlad (Casual User) from Chicago, IL on Mar 29, 2010
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
All in all a good product, extensive features, easy to use. Picture quality and CD audio quality are both excellent.
Pros: Attractive Design, Fast Setup
Best Uses: Home
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4.0
Excellent choice
Reviewed by Rose Marie (Casual User) from Rochester, MI on Mar 22, 2010
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Discovered I cannot tape without leaving the TV on. Had to try several times to figure out a way. One need to leave the TV on to tape/archive a show or there won't be sound. This can be an issue if one has to go out-of-town - unless there is a direct DVR from the cable company. Overall, pleased with the ability to watch old VHS tapes or tape/archive on DVDs as well.
Pros: Fast Setup, Simple Controls
Best Uses: Movies, Archiving TV Shows, Home
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4.0
Just what I needed
Reviewed by Sports Radio (Casual User) from Springfield, IL on Mar 01, 2010
Verified Reviewer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Dubbing old VCR tape to DVD & watching current-issue DVDs
Best Uses: Home, Storage
Pros: Simple Controls, Good sync with my Sony TV, Fast Setup, Attractive Design, Fast Recording
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5.0
Easy to use
Reviewed by mar (Casual User) from Illinois on Jan 11, 2010
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
We use it to watch prerecorded videos on DVD and VHS.
Pros: Attractive Design, Fast Setup, Simple Controls
Best Uses: Home, Storage, Movies
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4.0
I would buy another of this product.
Reviewed by Tom (Enthusiast) from Renton, WA on Nov 02, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Great for taping from tv and for dubbing from tape to dvd and from dvd to tape. Ease of use for dubing is exceptional, as is timer recording.
Best Uses: Movies, Archiving TV Shows, Home, Storage
Cons: Open or eject difficult
Pros: Very reliable, Attractive Design, Fast Setup, Fast Recording
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5.0
GREAT IN EVERY WAY
Reviewed by Beach Bums (Casual User) from Atlantic Beach, NY on Oct 14, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
This product is a winner. It is easy to set-up, use and makes great DVD's and VHS. Dubbing from old VHS to DVD is a simple one button operation. High;ly recommend.
Pros: Fast Setup, Simple Controls
Best Uses: Home, Movies, Archiving TV Shows
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5.0
ALL MY ELECTRONICS ARE SONY!!!!!!!
Reviewed by LARRY (Enthusiast) from SPRINGFIELD, OHIO on Oct 12, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
I LOVE ALL SONY'S PRODUCTS BECAUSE THEY ARE MADE VERY WELL AND PRICING IS COMPARABLE TO THE CHEAPER ELECTRONICS...
Pros: Attractive Design, Fast Recording, Fast Setup, Simple Controls
Best Uses: Movies, Archiving TV Shows, Professional, Home
Cons: THERE ARE "NO" CON WITH S
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5.0
Very pleased. Works as stated. :)
Reviewed by Subzero (Casual User) from Apex, NC on Sep 29, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Would definitely buy this again! :) The only "issue" I ran into is that burning DVDs to play in standard players (DVD-Rs) requires a finishing step. If you don't do this, the disc is unreadable (I coastered a few before I figured this out.) Finishing is a manual option in the on-screen menus. There is a setting to auto-finish, but I also learned the hard way (although it is in the manual) that this feature only works if more than 30% of the capacity is used. So while this isn't really a problem with the device, it would've saved me some earlier hassles had this been made more prominent in the manual. Now that I know this, the whole process has been flawless so far.
Best Uses: Archiving TV Shows, Storage, Home, Office, Movies
Cons: Good but not ideal docs
Pros: One-touch Recording, Fast Setup, Simple Controls
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5.0
sony dvd recorder & vhs player
Reviewed by Lee (Casual User) from Virgin Islands on Sep 15, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Very easy to use and the quality of the picture is excellent
Pros: Attractive Design, Fast Recording, Simple Controls, Fast Setup
Best Uses: Professional
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5.0
I would recommend this product to anyone
Reviewed by The horseman (Casual User) from Tampa, Florida on Aug 31, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
I use this to transfer VHS tapes to DVD.
Pros: Fast Recording, Simple Controls, Attractive Design, Fast Setup
Best Uses: Home, Movies, Archiving TV Shows
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4.0
ATTACTIVE MACHINE LOSES STEAM
Reviewed by KEEP IT SIMPLE WILLIE (Enthusiast) from CHICAGO, IL on Aug 07, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
AT FIRST, THIS SONY DEVICE SEEMS VERY IDEAL FOR HOME USE BUT WITHOUT OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE THIS DEVICE IS REDUCED TO A COMMON TAPE PLAYER. NEVER AGAIN WILL I OVERLOOK THE WORDS BUILT-IN TUNER.
Cons: Discs Load Slowly, Confusing Set Up, WITHOUT A BUILT-IN TUNER, MUST HAVE HELP TO RECORD, Poor Chapter Publishing
Pros: MADE AN EXCHANGE EASY, Attractive Design
Best Uses: Movies
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5.0
Great product
Reviewed by Les (Casual User) from Atlantic Beach, NY on Aug 06, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Easy to set-up. Easy to copy old VHS tapes. Easy to use. Excellent features
Pros: Fast Setup, Attractive Design, Simple Controls
Best Uses: Home, Archiving TV Shows, Storage, Movies
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4.0
Perfect for copying Home Videos
Reviewed by Shankar (Casual User) from Cleveland, OH on Jul 29, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
I have not tried it enough to make detailed comments. I need more time. My intention is to convert all home movies/ Videos in to DVD's, which I presume have longer shelf life.
Pros: Attractive Design, Simple Controls
Best Uses: Home, Archiving TV Shows
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5.0
EASY TO USE!
Reviewed by WETSU (Casual User) from Northeastern Ohio on Jul 02, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Excellent product, even for someone technically challaged like myself.
Pros: Fast Recording, Attractive Design, Fast Setup, Simple Controls
Best Uses: Storage, Home
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3.0
DVD copying llimited, disappointed there
Reviewed by Louise (Enthusiast) from Chicago, Illinois on Jun 29, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
cannot copy latest movies to watch later as you can with VHS tapes. Movies are copyright protected - so it's hit or miss with what the DVD might record.
Cons: Discs Load Slowly
Best Uses: DVD copying minimal, Movies
Pros: Simple Controls
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4.0
Good reliable unit
Reviewed by Ford Guy (Casual User) from Louisville, KY on Jun 23, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Consistent performance and straightforward operation make this a winner in my book.
Pros: Attractive Design
Best Uses: Home
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4.0
Does the job with quasi-simplicity
Reviewed by bavarian325i (Power User) from Seattle, WA on May 04, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Use it to dub old VHS tapes to DVD for easier distribution
Pros: Attractive Design, Simple Controls
Cons: Finalizing DVD cumbersome
Best Uses: Storage
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4.0
Sony Black DVD Recorder And VHS Combo
Reviewed by ROB (Casual User) from INDIO, CA. on Apr 27, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
works well with my sony brava and blue rey Player AND was very easy to connect to my Boes life style 10 system
Pros: Attractive Design, Simple Controls, Fast Recording, Fast Setup
Best Uses: Storage, Movies, Archiving TV Shows
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4.0
So simple to use- a great buy!
Reviewed by Technophobe (Casual User) from Shelter Island, NY on Apr 27, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Perfect for transferring your old VHS tapes to DVD format. Even makes doing compilation discs a breeze! On screen programming and prompts makes it so simple, I didn't even have to ask my kid to help me!
Best Uses: Archiving TV Shows, Movies, Storage, Home
Pros: Fast Setup, Fast Recording, Attractive Design, Simple Controls, On screen prompts
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5.0
Great performance at a vreasonable price
Reviewed by Nixon (Enthusiast) from Greenwich, CT on Mar 23, 2009
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
One-touch operation makes it simple to use and the quality of playback is terrific.
Best Uses: Archiving TV Shows, Movies
Pros: Fast Recording, Fast Setup, Simple Controls, Attractive Design
0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
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5.0
AWESOME!
Reviewed by Curt the squirt (Casual User) from Iowa on Oct 27, 2008
Verified Buyer
BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Awesome, [...] great value
Pros: Fast Setup, Great Picture, Simple Controls
Best Uses: Home, Movies, Video
0 of 3 customers found this review helpful.
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Sony Black DVD Recorder And VHS Combo Player

Sony Black DVD Recorder And VHS Combo Player

UPC Code: 027242735521
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