Sony RDR-VX521, Service Manual

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Additional Information
The subtitle language cannot be changed or
turned off.
, Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the
DVD VIDEO.
, The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing of the
subtitles.
,
Try changing the subtitle using the DVD
VIDEO’s menu.
,
The subtitles cannot be changed for the titles
recorded on this recorder.
The angles cannot be changed.
, Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD
VIDEO being played.
, You are trying to change the angles when “ ”
does not appear in the front panel display
(page 36).
,
The DVD VIDEO prohibits changing angles.
, Try changing the angle using the DVD VIDEO’s
menu.
, The angles cannot be changed for the titles
recorded on this recorder.
The MP3 audio track cannot be played.
,
The DATA CD is not recorded in the MP3
format that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/
Level 2.
, The MP3 audio track does not have the extension
“.MP3.”
, The data is not formatted in MP3 even though it
has the extension “.MP3.”
, The data is not MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 data.
, The recorder cannot play audio tracks in
MP3PRO format.
, When playing a disc containing JPEG image
files, “Photo” is selected (page 43).
The JPEG image file cannot be played.
, The DATA CD is not recorded in a JPEG format
that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2.
, The JPEG image file does not have the extension
“.JPG” or “.JPEG.”
, The data is not formatted in JPEG even though it
has the extension “.JPG” or “JPEG.”
,
The length or width of the image is more than
4,720 dots.
,
When playing a disc containing MP3 audio
tracks, “Music” is selected (page 44).
The title of the MP3 audio album/ track or JPEG
image folder/file is not correctly displayed.
, The recorder can only display numbers and
alphabet. Other characters are displayed as
asterisks.
DVD Recording/Timer recording/
Editing
The channel cannot be changed from the
channel you are recording.
, Set the TV’s input source to “TV.”
Recording does not start immediately after
z
REC is pressed.
, Operate the recorder only after “LOAD,”
“FORMAT,” or “INF WRITE” disappears from
the front panel display.
Nothing was recorded even though the timer
setting is set correctly.
, There was a power failure during recording.
,
Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC
outlet, and connect it again.
,
The program contains copy 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 52).
, There is no DVD inserted in the recorder.
, There is not enough disc space for the recording.
, The cable box/satellite receiver was turned off.
, The set top box controller was incorrectly
connected (page 12).
, The settings in “Set Top Box Control” in
“Features” setup have been changed (page 105).
Recording does not stop immediately after
x
STOP is pressed.
, It will take a few seconds for the recorder to input
disc data before recording can stop.
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Timer recording is not complete or did not start
from the beginning.
, There was a power failure during recording.
, The recorder’s internal clock stopped due to a
power failure. The clock is automatically set by
EDS, but it is reset during a power failure when
the EDS signal cannot be received (page 99).
Reset the clock (page 99).
,
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 52).
, There is not enough disc space for the recording.
The c indicator flashes after timer recording is
set.
,
Insert a recordable disc (page 30).
, Insert a disc with enough space for the recording.
,
The disc has 99 or more titles, which prevents
further recording.
, The disc is protected (page 70).
The SYNCHRO REC indicator flashes after
Synchro-Recording is set.
, Insert a recordable disc (page 30).
, Insert a disc with enough space for the recording.
,
The disc has 99 or more titles, which prevents
further recording.
,
The disc is protected (page 70).
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 TV
screen.
, Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR.
If a monitor is used, set it to video input.
The picture is not clear.
,
Adjust the tracking by the TR/–
buttons.
,
The video heads are dirty (see page 115). 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 cleaning cassette, as it may
damage the video heads.
, The video heads may have to be replaced.
Consult your local Sony dealer for more
information.
,
The tape is defective.
The picture rolls vertically during picture
search.
, Adjust the vertical hold control on the TV or
monitor.
The picture has no sound.
,
The tape is defective.
, Check the audio cord connection.
A tape cannot be inserted.
, Check that a tape is not already in the tape
compartment.
VCR Recording
The channel cannot be changed from the one
you are recording.
, Set the TV’s input source to “TV.”
No TV program appears on the TV screen.
, Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR.
If a monitor is used, set it to video input.
, Select the correct source with the CH +/– or
INPUT SELECT buttons. Select a channel number
when recording TV programs; select “LINE1” or
“LINE2” when recording from other equipment.
TV reception is poor.
,
Adjust the TV antenna.
The tape starts playing as soon as it is
inserted.
, The safety tab has been removed. To record on
this tape, cover the tab hole.
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Additional Information
The tape is ejected when
z
REC is pressed.
,
Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
Nothing happens when
z
REC is pressed.
, Make sure the tape is not at its end.
VCR Timer recording
The timer does not operate.
, Check that the clock is set.
,
Make sure a tape has been inserted.
, Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
,
Make sure the tape is not at its end.
, Make sure a program has been set for timer
recording.
, Make sure the timer settings are set for a future
time.
, Check that the cable box is turned on.
, “- -:- -” appears in the front panel display if the
recorder is disconnected from the wall outlet for
more than one minute. Reset the clock and timer.
,
Turn the power off and unplug the AC power
cord.
,
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 82).
The c indicator flashes after timer recording is
set.
, Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
The SYNCHRO REC indicator flashes after
Synchro-Recording is set.
, Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
Display
Menus or displays do not appear on the
screen.
,
While the recorder is reading disc information,
the System Menu, TOOLS menu, or information
display will not appear.
“- -:- -” appears in the front panel display.
,
Set the clock again (page 99).
The c indicator is flashing.
,
The disc does not have enough space.
, Insert a recordable disc or a tape with its safety
tab in place inside the recorder.
Remote control
The remote does not function.
, Batteries are weak.
, The remote is too far from the recorder.
,
The remote’s manufacturer code returned to the
default setting when you replaced the batteries.
Reset the code (page 21).
, 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 26).
, Slide the TV/DVD·VIDEO switch to
DVD·VIDEO (page 21).
Other Sony equipment responds to the remote.
, The same command mode is set for both the
Sony DVD equipment. Set a different command
mode for the recorder (page 26).
Others
The recorder does not operate properly.
, Restart the recorder. Press down
"/1
on the
recorder for more than ten seconds until “SONY
DVD” appears in the front panel display.
,
When static electricity, etc., causes the recorder
to operate abnormally, turn off the recorder and
wait until the clock appears in the front panel
display. Then, unplug the recorder and after
leaving it off for a while, plug it in again.
The disc tray does not open after you press
Z
OPEN/CLOSE.
,
It may take a few seconds for the disc tray to
open after you have recorded or edited a disc.
This is because the recorder is adding disc data to
the disc.
“CAN NOT RECORD BECAUSE OF HIGH TEMP.”
appears in the front panel display.
,
Check that the vent on the rear of the recorder is
not blocked. Then, turn off the recorder, wait
until the clock appears in the front panel display,
and disconnect the AC power cord. Leave the
recorder off for a while, then re-connect the
power cord, and press
"/1
on the recorder.
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“CHILD LOCK” appears in the front panel
display.
, The recorder is locked. Cancel the Child Lock
(page 40).
Control by AV mouse is not possible.
,
Some satellite receivers may not support AV
mouse.
The Set Top Box Control function does not
work.
,
Turn on the recorder.
Notes About This Recorder
On adjusting volume
Do not turn up the volume while listening to a
section with very low level inputs or no audio
signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged
when a peak level section is played.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft
cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or
benzine.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners
Do not use a commercially available cleaning
disc or disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type).
These may cause the apparatus to malfunction.
Notes about the discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its
edge. Do not touch the surface. Dust,
fingerprints, or scratches on the disc may cause
it to malfunction.
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may
rise considerably inside the car.
• After playing, store the disc in its case.
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the
disc from the center out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available disc/lens cleaners, or
anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
• Do not use the following discs.
– A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart).
– A disc with a label or sticker on it.