Line Input Recording — Refers to utilizing Audio/Video inputs to record desired programming from a set-top box or other video sources that use A/V outputs. Set Top Box Pass Through — Allows for viewing of programming from Cable Set Top Box or Satellite Receiver even when the recorder is powered off through the line input. You can see TV programs of the connected Cable Set Top Box or Satellite Receiver, regardless if the recorder is powered on or not. 2-Way One Touch Dubbing — Allows for dubbing from VHS to DVD or reverse.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Stay far, far away from this one
I bought this Sony as a replacement for an earlier Sony DVD/VCR that failed (and starting gouging DVDs). This one worked fine for a few months.
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Buyer Beware: This device will not record DVDs
This device will not record anything from an outside source, period. It is simply designed to consider any outside source as copyrighted.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good for Transferring VHS to DVD
I’ve had this device for over year, The unit has an intuitive on screen set up and a fool proof quick copy from VHS to DVD feature.
1.0 out of 5 stars
TOO complicated for anyone but a pro
I bought this to transfer VHS tapes to DVD. That function works well when it works HOWEVER it reads any interference or tracking issues on the original tape as copyright…
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This is the biggest piece of garbage Sony has made ZERO STARS
We purchased this product for about $200. All we wanted was something to convert our home videos to DVD’s.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great VHS to DVD Recorder
I am completely satisfied with the ease and function of this VCR/DVD Combo Recorder. I have already transfered most of my VHS recordings to DVD and it couldn’t have been easier…
1.0 out of 5 stars
most channels are copy right protected
Sony RDRVX555 is no longer a useful product because the broadcast industry is inserting the copy-right signal on most of there channels.
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Do not place your vhs tapes in this machine
I purchased the VX555 yesterday at Sams club. I recorded from one VHS tape to a DVD. The DVD turned out to record only a portion of the vhs tape, but more importantly, the…
1.0 out of 5 stars
Player freezes up
Player freezes up.
I purchased this player recorder for my wife at Best Buy.
She is very pleased with the recorder function and how easy it is to
convert VHS to…
5.0 out of 5 stars
DVD in, VHS out
We have put our Sony RDR-VX555 Tunerless DVD Recorder/VHS Combo Player through its paces to make sure everything works… and it does!