VHS, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R, CD-RW - DVD Video Playback, SQPB Playback, Video CD Playback, SVCD Playback, CD-DA Playback, MP3 Playback, JPEG Playback - 1 Discs - Progressive Scan - 8Hour Recording - Black - MPN: RDRVX555 See Product Details
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Description
Enhance your TV and movie watching with the high quality RDR-VX555 DVD recorder and VHS combo player. Intuitive graphical interface makes programming your recording easy. Eight DVD recording speeds let you record up to 8 hours per disc. Plus, enjoy the convenience of one-touch recording from disc to tape or the reverse. The DVD deck lets you experience high picture-quality playback from a wide variety of formats, including DVD, VCD, VCR, VHS, SVHS, music CD and more. Progressive scan playback, HDMI output and 720p/1080i upscaling from DVD/VCR deliver optimal picture quality. You can even control your DV and Digital 8 camcorder for editing via the i.LINK interface.
Quick Glance
Interface Connection: 1 x IEEE 1394 - i.Link - Front, HDMI, 1 x S/PDIF Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Audio In - Front, 1 x RCA Audio In - Rear, 2 x RCA Audio Out - Rear, 1 x S-Video In - Front, 1 x S-Video In - Rear, 1 x S-Video Out - Rear, 1 x Composite Video In - Front, 1 x Composite Video In - Rear, 1 x Composite Video Out - Rear, 1 x Component Video Out - Rear, 2 x RF - Rear, 1 x Toslink S/PDIF Out - Rear
Formats Supported: DVD Video, SQPB, Video CD, SVCD, CD-DA, MP3, JPEG
HDTV Upscaling: 1080i (HDTV), 720p (HDTV)
Media Supported: VHS - Play/Record, DVD+R/RW - Play/Record, DVD-R/RW - Play/Record, DVD+R Double-layer - Play/Record, CD-RW - Play
Summary
Product Title: Sony RDR-VX555 DVD/VCR Combo
Manufacturer: Sony
Lowest Price: $254.00
Power Score: 3.1 | 11 Reviews
Product Type
Number of Discs Supported: 1
Disc Mechanism: Tray
Video Quality
Video Upscaling: 1080i (HDTV), 720p (HDTV)
Audio Quality
On-board Decoders: Dolby Digital 5.1-channel, DTS
Interface
Interface Connection: 1 x IEEE 1394 - i.Link - Front, HDMI, 1 x S/PDIF Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Audio In - Front, 1 x RCA Audio In - Rear, 2 x RCA Audio Out - Rear, 1 x S-Video In - Front, 1 x S-Video In - Rear, 1 x S-Video Out - Rear, 1 x Composite Video In - Front, 1 x Composite Video In - Rear, 1 x Composite Video Out - Rear, 1 x Component Video Out - Rear, 2 x RF - Rear, 1 x Toslink S/PDIF Out - Rear
Video Output: Component Video, Composite (RCA), HDMI, S-Video
Audio Output: Digital Coaxial, Digital Optical
Input: A/V (Composite)
Compatibility
Media Format Support: DVD Video, SQPB, Video CD, SVCD, CD-DA, MP3, JPEG
Media Supported: VHS - Play/Record, DVD+R/RW - Play/Record, DVD-R/RW - Play/Record, DVD+R Double-layer - Play/Record, CD-RW - Play
Recordable Media Supported: DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW
Audio Codecs Supported: MP3
Image Format: JPEG
Other Features
General Features: Parental Lock, Progressive Scan
Remote Control: Universal Remote
Dimensions
Height: 3.3 in
Width: 17.0 in
Depth: 13.2 in
Weight: 12.37 lbs
Dimensions: 3.25" Height x 17" Width x 13" Depth - Approximate
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
General
Merchants (Images): Electronic Imaging
Additional Specifications
Number of Discs: 1
Dual-Layer Media Support: Yes
Media Formats: CD-RW
Maximum DVD Recording Time: 8
Digital Audio Optical Out: Yes
Strengths: It comes with one HDMI and one S Video connection.
Weakness: (1)You cannot record videos or DVD's directly from your television because there is no tuner. (2)Cannot record copyrighted video to DVD. (3)No editing options.
If you intend to record your studio-made video movies onto DVD with this machine forget it. My first effort was to attempt recording "Finding Nemo" from an original, store purchased, VHS tape to a blank DVD. This machine recognized the VHS tape as copyright protected and would not allow the transfer to DVD. Therefore none of the studio produced videos you own can be recorded to DVD unless perhaps...
Strengths: Great way to record and save old VCR tapes to DVD
Weakness: You must have the TV on to record from VCR to DVD
I just wish it was possible to complete the recording process without actually have to have the TV on. It's great, though, to be able to have our precious memories saved in a more compact manner.
Strengths: great color, comming down in prices
Weakness: hdmi cable for dvd, but u still need old fashioned patch cable for vcr...bummer.
well, suffice it to say, plays great, records great. no more coaxial on the back, hdmi for dvd, but old patch for vcr...otherwise tremendous bang for the buck. plus its a sony.
Strengths: Easy to use, quick dubbing, good playback, HDMI output
Weakness: Delay in accessing system menu, no tuner. Remote could use some illumination to differentiate the buttons
This is Sony's newest DVD Recorder/VCR combination. They reverted back to their black design for their newest DVD products. This one is similar to last year's model, but they added DVD upconversion for HDTV sets through the HDMI cable. Another change is the remote, Sony eliminated the sliding cover on the bottom and shrunk the record button. The also separated the TV controls to the bottom of the...
Strengths: DV input (for transferring video on MiniDV camcorders), VHS built in, all the inputs you'll need, and all the outputs you'll want.
Weakness: A few extra steps than there should be to finalize a disc, and I'd like a little more flexibility when creating chapters. But neither are big deals. The main feature lacking is any sort of tuner.
I really like this unit - it has made transferring my old videos incredibly easy. I have a combination of old 8mm camcorder stuff, Mini DV camcorder stuff, and VHS stuff to transfer. This unit makes it very simple and easy, and the results look great and the discs work in my DVD player. What more could I ask for from this unit? Does it all.
Strengths: Copy TV shows, copy video tape to dvd all with easy. Very versital in the formats, quality and options that it gives the user.
Weakness: If you plan on copying HD quality videos plan on buying dual layer disk (expensive compared to normal DVDs)
When I first started using the product, the setup was a little frustrating. Mostly because it was new and some of the options it gave the user were a little exsive. Once the system was up in running though it was recording TV shows and transfering Videos to DVD in no time. Other great features include this units ability to serve as a 1080i upgrading DVD player.
Strengths: Nice look, Play VCD and MP3, Best record for DVD/VCR.
Weakness: Not be able to record if you don't have cable network.
I purchased this product and found awesome as the name SONY should be. Recording can be easily done for VCR DVD. But not be able to record if you don’t have cable network as there is not cable connection between TV and this VDV/VCR. Don’t know if program through internet can be recorded directly or not. Also there is no button directly on DVD/VCR so if you loose remote then will not able to...
Strengths: not sure if there are any-due to the lack of use.
Weakness: no a/v input
Got this product right before x-mas-but was unable to mess with it until after the hectic holidays-then discovered there was no way to run my tv through my dvd/vcr like previously(no a/v hook-up), and after trying to contact several people on the problem, basically had to disconnect the product everytime I wanted to watch my local tv programs, then this morning my son wanted to watch a dvd and...
Strengths: It's a SONY
Weakness: None
As usual, this SONY product is rock solid and impressive. It can dub with the touch of just one button from a VHS Tape or any Sony camcorder to DVD. If you want, you can even dub from DVD to VHS. This unit is quiet and well designed.
Sony Rdr-vx555 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 1.87 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #19 DVD/VCR combo DVD player of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and a...
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Terrible Recorder
Strengths: Works Great for Home movies only
Weakness: I am unable to record most movies from the TV.
The only movies that I can record from the TV are Documentary channels. The unit will not let me record from HBO or any other movie Chain (copy right protection) I am forced to keep my old VCR connected to record movie programs. I understand that it is important to prevnet others from copying from VHS taped movies bought through the stores.However, preventing people from recording directly from...
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