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1. TV brand Code number TV brand Code number Sony 01 Panasonic 06 19 Akai 04 Philco 03 04 AOC 04 Philips 08 Centurion 12 Pioneer 16 Coronado 03 Portland 03 Curtis Mathes 12 Quasar 06 18 Daytron 12 Radio Shack 05 14 Emerson 03 04 14 RCA 04 10 Fisher 11 Sampo 12 General Electric 06 10 Sanyo 11 Gold Star 03 04 17 Scott 12 Hitachi 02 03 Sears 07 10 11 J C Penney 04 12 Sharp 03 05 18 JVC 09 Sylvania 08 12 KMC 03 Teknika 03 08 14 Magnavox 03 08 12 Toshiba 07 Marantz 04 13 Wards 03 04 12 MGA Mitsubishi 04 12 13 17 Yorx 12 NEC 04 12 Zenith 15 8 Setting up the remote commander Notes Ifyou enter a new code number the code number previously entered will be erased e Ifthe TV uses a different remote control system from the one programed to work with the VCR you cannot control your TV with the remote commander e When you replace the batteries of the remote commander the code number may change Set the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries When you press the AUDIO MONITOR button your TV s menu may appear on the TV screen To exit the TV menu press the MENU button on the TV remote commander or wait until the menu disappears automatically Q fo z 5 ec 2 D Q Setting up the remote commander 9 Step 3 Hookups Selecting the best hookup option There are many ways in which your VCR can be hooked up To hook up
2. Press the number buttons to enter the PlusCode number If you make a mistake press and re enter the correct number VCR Plus gt Enter code 012345678 with 0 9 Mode ONCE Speed AUTO Select 44 End OK Quit MENU Press ay to move the cursor P to Mode Press gt to select ONCE MO FR or WEEKLY To record Select Only once ONCE Everyday Monday to Friday MO FR Once a week WEEKLY VCR Plus Enter code 012345678 with 0 9 gt Mode ONCE Speed AUTO Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU Press ay to move the cursor P to Speed Press lt gt to select the tape speed AUTO SP or EP VCR Plus Enter code 012345678 with 0 9 Mode ONCE gt Speed AUTO Select Set i End OK Quit MENU 54 Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus C3 system Press OK to confirm the setting To enter another setting repeat steps 1 to 7 Press MENU to exit the menu eO Press 1 0 to turn off the VCR O The TIMER indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by for recording When using a cable box leave it on To stop recording To stop the VCR while recording press W STOP To use the Auto Tape Speed function When you are recording a program in the SP mode and the remaining tape becomes shorter than the recording time the tape speed is automatically changed
3. paes buiye5 Setting up the VCR Plus C system 41 42 Basic Operations Playing a tape Ve amp EJECT CLEAR DISPLAY REPLAY Il PAUSE COMMERCIAL SKIP gt PLAY gt gt FF E STOP lt lt REW Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel Insert a tape The VCR turns on and starts playing automatically if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed Sa Playing a tape Press E gt PLAY SBD Me of When the tape reaches the end it will rewind automatically SS Additional tasks To Press Stop play E STOP Pause play Il PAUSE Resume play after pause H PAUSE or gt PLAY Fast forward the tape gt gt FF during stop Rewind the tape lt lt REW during stop Eject the tape EJECT To play a recently watched scene You can immediately rewind and playback the scene you want to watch again During playback press REPLAY The VCR rewinds the tape about ten seconds on the counter for each press of the button and restarts playback suonessdo siseg i To skip playback You can skip a portion of playback you do not want to watch such as a commercial and restart playback During playback press COMMERCIAL SKIP up to four times The VCR skips the tape 30 seconds on the counter for each press of the button and restarts playback To turn off the power while rewind
4. For added protection for this set during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power line surges Important Safeguards Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions IDs FRAYED OR TAVUT A C LINE e When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed p CRACKED PLUG e If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set e Ifthe set has been exposed to rain or water e If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or the cabinet has been damaged e If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation e When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service Servicing Do not attempt to service the set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Replacement parts When replacement p
5. Antenna hookup Make the following connections if you are using an antenna if you do not have cable TV Use this hookup if you are using e VHF UHF antenna you get channels 2 13 and channels 14 and higher e UHF only antenna you get channels 14 and higher e Separate VHF and UHF antennas Rear of TV VHF UHF EENE jo A Match the type of A connector on your or TV A B or C VCR a E Use this hookup if you are using a VHF only antenna you get channels 2 13 only Rear of TV VHF UHF o A Match the type of connector on your TV A B or C aie g B Forconnector types 2 B and C no UHF OnE connection is VHF required c UHF If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the VCR directly If your antenna cable is a flat cable 300 ohm twin lead cable attach an external antenna connector not supplied so you can connect the cable to the RF IN connector If you have separate cables for VHF and UHF antennas you should use a U V band mixer not supplied page 73 Hookup 1 VCR setup Plug the VCR into the AC outlet The VCR automatically presets the VCR s clock and TV channels when the VCR is plugged into the AC outlet AC power cord payieys Buma to AC outlet lt The VCR starts presetting the clock and channels When Auto preset is completed the current time appears in the display window You have now complete
6. If the TV does not have the symbol near the remote sensor this remote commander will not operate the TV Remote sensor To operate Set TV VIDEO to the VCR VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the VCR a Sony TV eTV and point at the remote sensor at the TV Notes e With normal use the batteries should last about three to six months If you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage e Do not use a new battery with an old one Do not use different types of batteries continued Setting up the remote commander 7 Controlling other TVs with the remote commander The remote commander is preprogramed to control non Sony TVs If your TV is listed in the following table set the appropriate manufacturer s code number 1 Set TV VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to T V Hold down I and enter your TV s code number using the number buttons Then release 1 Now you can use the Vo VOL CH and TV VIDEO buttons to control your TV You can also use the buttons marked with a dot to control a Sony TV To control the VCR reset TV VIDEO to VIDEO Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is listed try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV
7. TV press the VCR s TV VIDEO button until the VIDEO indicator appears in the display window To record a program 1 Press MENU and select Timer set check 2 Set the channel time date and tape speed 3 Press OK 4 Insert a tape 5 Press 1 to turn off the VCR To watch TV 1 Turn off the VCR or press the VCR s TV VIDEO button until the VIDEO indicator in the display window turns off 2 Set the TV to the channel you want to watch Hookup 2 To play a tape 1 If you made A V connections set the TV to video input If you did not use A V hookup Turn on the cable box e Set the cable box to channel 3 or 4 Set the TV to the output channel of the cable box usually 2 3 or 4 2 Insert a tape and press gt PLAY To record a program 1 Press MENU and select Timer set check Sony Corporation Printed in China 2 Set the channel time date and tape speed 3 Press OK 4 Insert a tape 5 Press I to turn off the VCR To watch TV 1 Turn off your VCR or press the VCR s TV VIDEO button until the VIDEO indicator in the display window turns off 2 Select the channel with your cable box if you have one or with your TV Hookup 3 To play a tape 1 Set the TV to channel 3 or 4 or to video input if you made A V connections 2 Insert a tape and press gt PLAY To record a program 1 Turn on the cable box 2 Set the cable box to the channel
8. channels connect the audio plugs to the AUDIO R L jacks using an audio video cable not supplied continued Editing with another VCR suoljesedo jeuonppy f 71 72 Operation when recording on this VCR Before you start editing Turn on the VCR and the TV and set it to the video channel e Press INPUT SELECT or CHANNEL to display L1 or L2 in the display window il PAUSE e Press SP EP to select the tape speed REC SP or EP 1 Insert a source tape with its safety tab removed into the other playback VCR Search for the point to start playback and set it to playback pause Insert a tape into this recording VCR Search for the point to start recording and press Ill PAUSE 3 Press REC on this VCR to set it to recording pause 4 To start editing press the Il PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time To stop editing Press the W STOP buttons on both VCRs Tip e To cut out unwanted scenes while editing press I PAUSE on this VCR when an unwanted scene begins When it ends press Hl PAUSE again to resume recording Editing with another VCR Additional Information Antenna information Attaching the external antenna connector When using a 300 ohm twin lead cable for a oh i VHF UHF antenna use an antenna connector 300 ohm twin lead cable not supplied to connect the antenna to the VCR C Antenna connector not s
9. display window and the VCR switches on Remember to press I C to reset the VCR to the timer recording standby mode after using the VCR You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording e Reset the counter page 44 e Display tape information on the TV screen page 46 e Check the timer settings page 63 e Watch another TV program page 47 50 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer To set the clock Hold down DIAL TIMER so that MONTH and 1 appear alternately in the display window However if the clock has already been set the current setting appears Turn DIAL TIMER to set the month Press DIAL TIMER DAY and 1 appear alternately in the display window Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the day and then the year After you set the year AM and 12 appear alternately in the display window Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the hour and minute When you have finished setting the time press DIAL TIMER to start the clock on AON Tips To cancel a Dial Timer setting press W STOP on the VCR while you are making the setting The program is recorded in the current tape speed To change the tape speed press SP EP before you complete the setting in step 9 page 50 e To check change or cancel the program setting see Checking changing canceling timer settings on page 63 Notes If eight programs have already been set using the VCR Plus C
10. does not appear Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR If on the TV screen you are using a monitor set it to video input The picture is not clear e Adjust the tracking with the TRACKING buttons e The video heads are dirty see the last page of Troubleshooting Clean the video heads using a Sony video head cleaning cassette If a Sony cleaning cassette Z is not available in your area have the heads cleaned at a your nearest Sony dealer a standard service fee will be S charged Do not use a commercially available liquid T type cleaning cassette as it may damage the video heads a e The video heads may have to be replaced Consult your local Sony dealer for more information The picture rolls vertically during e Adjust the vertical hold control on the TV or monitor picture search The picture has no sound e The tape is defective e If you made A V connections check the audio cable connection A TV program does not appear on e Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR If the TV screen you are using a monitor set it to video input e Select the correct source with the INPUT SELECT or CH buttons Select a channel number when recording TV programs select L1 or L2 when recording from gt other equipment 5 TV reception is poor e Adjust the TV antenna e Q The tape starts playing as soon asitis The safety tab has been removed To record on this tape inserted cover the t
11. not appear on the screen The recording condition of the tape is very poor and tracking cannot be adjusted You cannot control other TVs Set your TV s code number The code number may change when you replace the batteries of the remote commander The VCR needs to be cleaned Clean the cabinet panel and controls with a dry soft cloth or a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of solvent such as alcohol or benzine Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads Normal picture initial e Rough picture No picture or black amp white screen appears Unclear picture terminal contamination Troubleshooting uonewsojuy euoNIppy i 75 Specifications System Format VHS NTSC standard Video recording system Rotary head helical scanning FM system Video heads Double azimuth four heads Video signal NTSC color EIA standards Tape speed SP 33 35 mm s 1 inches s EP 11 12 mm s 46 inches s LP 16 67 mm s inches s playback only Maximum recording playback time 8 hrs in EP mode with T 160 tape Rewind time Approx min with T 120 tape Tuner section Channel coverage VHF 2 to 13 UHF 14 to 69 CATV A 8 to A 1 A to W W 1 to W 84 Antenna 75 ohm antenna terminal for VHF UHF Inputs and outputs LINE IN 1 and LINE 2 IN VIDEO IN phono jack 1 each Input signal 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative AUDI
12. set with a polarized ac power cord plug This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a Jo safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in For the set with a three wire grounding type ac plug This plug will only fit into a 5 grounding type power outlet E This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity since this can result in fire or electric shock Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the set Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards Cleaning Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it Do not use liquid cleaners or A aerosol cleaners Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set Installation Water an
13. the cable box satellite receiver control feature to select channels on the cable box Q s gt e 07 e at oO Qa What you cannot do Record with the cable box turned off e Record one channel while watching another channel Cable box Rear of TV gt In ak Match the type of Qor oor po connector on your i TV A B or C i or i VHF For connector pees al B types B and C no UHF connection f i or is required i A WOR RR O c oe UHF Positioning the Cable box Place the Cable box on top of the VCR so that it may not block the sensor window on the VCR Mi Side view continued Hookups 19 After you have completed hookup After you have completed hookup plug the VCR into the AC outlet and see Step 4 Selecting a language on page 23 AC power cord to AC outlet 20 Hookups Hookup 5 Connecting to a digital satellite receiver Recommended use Use this hookup if you have a digital satellite receiver that is compatible with an infrared remote control It allows the VCR s cable box satellite receiver control feature to control the channel on the digital satellite receiver simplifying the recording process A list of compatible digital satellite receivers is on page 36 What you can do with this hookup e Record any channels by using the cable box satellite receiver control feature to sele
14. time Turn off the display menu screen channel number etc of the digital satellite receiver To record or receive locked channels unlock the channel before the VCR starts recording To set pay per view programs in the timer setting order the pay per view program before the VCR starts recording Some programs are copy protected You cannot record these programs Step 4 Selecting a language You can change the on screen display language Before you start Turn on the VCR and the TV Set the VCR Output CH to 3CH or ACH in ADVANCED OPTIONS menu page 69 If both are used set the VCR Output CH to either channel If your TV is connected to the VCR using A V connections set the TV to video input Press TV VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR s display window payels Huma MENU tt Press MENU MAIN MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Cable Box Sat Control Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select Set OK Quit MENU Press t4 to move the cursor P to Language Idioma Langue MAIN MENU Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Cable Box Sat Control Advanced options b gt Language Idioma Langue Select 44 Set gt Quit MENU Press gt to select the desired language French or Spanish Press MENU to exit the menu Selecting a language 23 Step 5 Se
15. to the EP mode Note that some noise will appear on the picture when the tape speed is changed If you want to keep the tape speed select SP To operate this function set Tape select in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu correctly page 69 To use the VCR after setting the timer To use the VCR before a timer recording begins just press I C The TIMER indicator disappears from the display window and the VCR switches on Remember to press I to reset the VCR to the timer recording standby mode after using the VCR You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording e Reset the counter page 44 e Display tape information on the TV screen page 46 e Check the timer settings page 63 e Watch another TV program page 47 Tip e To check change or cancel the program setting see Checking changing canceling timer settings on page 63 Note Ifthe VCR does not accept the PlusCode number this means that The PlusCode number is incorrect ONCE MO FR or WEEKLY was selected incorrectly You cannot select MO FR or WEEKLY for a program that airs more than seven days ahead Correctly set the PlusCode number again from step 2 Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus C system suonessdo siseg j 55 Setting the timer manually If the VCR Plus C system is not available in your area follow the instructions below to set the timer to record programs You can preset up to eight programs together
16. you want to record 3 Press MENU and select Timer set check 4 Set the channel time date and tape speed 5 Press OK 6 Insert a tape 7 Press 1 to turn off the VCR Leave the cable box on To watch TV 1 Turn off your VCR or press the VCR s TV VIDEO button until the VIDEO indicator in the display window turns off 2 Turn on your cable box 3 Set the TV to the cable box output channel usually 2 3 or 4 4 Set the cable box to the channel you want to watch Hookup 4 To play a tape 1 Set the TV to channel 3 or 4 or to video input if you made A V connections 2 Insert a tape and press PLAY To record a program 1 Turn on the cable box 2 Press VCR Plus on the remote commander 3 Enter the PlusCode number 4 Select ONCE DAILY or WEEKLY then press ENTER 5 Insert a tape 6 Press I C to turn off the VCR 7 Leave the cable box on To watch TV 1 Turn off the VCR or press the VCR s TV VIDEO button until the VIDEO indicator in the display window turns off 2 Turn on your cable box on 3 Set the TV to the cable box output channel usually 2 3 or 4 4 Set the cable box to the channel you want to watch http www sony net AC68 01953A
17. your VCR so that it works best for you first scan through the table below Then use the accompanying diagrams and procedures on the following pages to set up your VCR If your TV has audio video inputs refer to page 12 for audio video A V hookup Then follow one of the hookups below If your TV does not have A V inputs perform directly one of the hookups below If you have Use Refer to Antenna only no cable TV Hookup 1 Pages 14 and 15 Plug and Play No cable box or cable box with only a Hookup 2 Pages 16 and 17 few scrambled channels Plug and Play Cable box with many scrambled Hookup 3 Page 18 channels A cable box that is compatible with an Hookup 4 Page 19 infrared remote control A digital broadcast service s digital Hookup 5 Page 21 satellite receiver that is compatible with an infrared remote control After you have completed the connections follow the instructions for setup After you have completed the setup you are ready to use your VCR Procedures differ depending on the hookup you used For an overview refer to Quick reference to using the VCR on the back cover Before you get started Turn off the power to all equipment e Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are completed If you connect the AC power cord before the connections are completed you may not be able to use the Plug and Play function e Be sure you make connections firmly L
18. 4 25 26 58 62 Warner Amex 6 Zenith 7 45 50 59 Digital satellite receiver brand Code numbers Sony 100 Panasonic 101 Toshiba 102 RCA 103 Hamlin 14 15 Hitachi 31 79 80 Jerrold 1 2 3 4 55 75 83 85 Macom 31 79 80 Magnavox 13 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 58 62 Movie time 32 38 39 NSC 38 39 OAK 10 11 12 13 46 OAK Sigma 46 Panasonic 6 8 16 17 Philips 13 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 58 62 Pioneer 5 6 Pulser 42 44 Randtek 13 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 58 62 RCA 6 8 16 17 Regal 14 23 41 Setting up the cable box satellite receiver control To ensure correct operation e Place the cable box or digital satellite receiver so that it may not block the sensor window on the VCR e Do not place the cable box or digital satellite receiver on top of the TV e Position the cable box or digital satellite receiver on top of the VCR e Point the remote commander at the VCR not at the cable box or digital satellite receiver Side view Q el z 5 2 r D D 2a To check the cable box satellite receiver control setting Press CH on the remote commander Does the channel indicator on the cable box or digital satellite receiver change Point the remote commander at the VCR not at the cable box or digital satellite rece
19. 5 57 2 Remote sensor 7 3 Tape compartment 4 amp EJECT button 43 5 lt lt REW rewind button 43 60 6 D gt PLAY button 43 gt gt FF fast forward button 43 60 14 13 12 1110 9 REC record button 46 62 72 E STOP button 43 72 12 H PAUSE button 43 72 13 CHANNEL TRACKING buttons 46 68 DIAL TIMER 48 15 LINE 2 IN VIDEO AUDIO L R jacks 71 The E gt PLAY CHANNEL and ll STOP buttons have a tactile dot continued Index to parts and controls uonewsojuy euoNIppy i 77 Display window A A N AA A Dsep A MN WN A N wick TIMER recording indicator 55 57 5 Time counter clock line channel indicator 44 46 72 LP indicator 46 6 SAP indicator 65 Hi Fi indicator 65 SP EP indicator 46 T 2 3 Tape indicator 46 4 VIDEO indicator 47 70 78 Index to parts and controls Rear panel 1 AC power cord 10 15 17 2 LINE OUT AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO jacks 12 3 LINE IN 1 AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO jacks 71 6 5 4 RF IN FROM ANT connector 14 16 18 5 RF OUT TO TV connector 14 16 18 6 CONTROL S IN jack continued Index to parts and controls uonewsojuy euo
20. MER to set the stop time STOP or Start time appear alternately in the display window OOVIDEO L T Ml I at LT A DIALTIMER Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording stop time You can set the recording stop time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time we i in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL buttons CHANNEL i O continued Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer 49 7 piaL timer Press DIAL TIMER A CH and Current channel appear alternately in the display window el i OOVIDEO ep 8 DIALTIMER Turn DIAL TIMER to set the channel number To record from a source connected to the LINE IN 1 or LINE 2 IN jacks l turn DIAL TIMER or press INPUT SELECT to display L1 or L2 INPUT SELECT C4 EP O biaLtmer Press DIAL TIMER to complete the setting OK appears in the display window for about five seconds The TIMER indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by for recording When using a cable box leave it on To return to the previous step To return to the previous step press the CHANNEL and buttons on the VCR at the same time during any of the Dial Timer settings To stop recording To stop the VCR while recording press W STOP To use the VCR after setting the timer To use the VCR before a timer recording begins just press The TIMER indicator disappears from the
21. O IN phono jacks 2 each Input level 327 mVrms Input impedance more than 47 kilohms LINE OUT VIDEO OUT phono jack 1 Output signal 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced sync negative AUDIO OUT phono jacks 2 Standard output 327 mVrms Load impedance 47 kilohms Output impedance less than 10 kilohms 76 Specifications Timer section Clock Quartz locked Timer indication 12 hour cycle Timer setting 8 programs max General Power requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz Power consumption 16 W Operating temperature 0 C to 45 C 32 F to 113 F Storage temperature 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Dimensions including projecting parts and controls w h d Approx 430 x 96 x 259 mm Approx 17x 3 x 10 inches Mass Approx 2 8 kg Approx 6 Ib 3 oz Supplied accessories Remote commander 1 Size AA R6 batteries 2 75 ohm coaxial cable with F type connectors 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Index to parts and controls Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses for details Front panel JOG button 60 9 Shuttle ring 60 15 1 I D POWER switch 5
22. S ONY 3 081 016 11 1 US Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions For customers in the USA Many solutions to common problems and service information can be found at www sony com vcrhelp or contact Sony VCR service at 1 800 VHS SONY To register your purchase of this product visit www sony com productregistration For all other Sony product questions please call Sony Customer Information Services Company at 1 800 222 SONY 7669 For Customers in Canada If this product is not working properly please call 1 877 602 2008 for Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service For other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service Centre at 1 877 899 7669 or write to us at Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road Toronto Ontario M2H 3R6 VHS Uei Gone SLV N900 VWE 2003 Sony Corporation 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL A This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user
23. Troubleshooting Specifications Index to parts and controls Index Back Cover Quick reference to using the VCR VCR Plus C and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation The VCR Plus system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation Caution Television programs films video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws Also use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmission and or program owner Table of contents 5 Getting Siarted SSS Saas Step 1 Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the VCR e Remote commander e Size AA R6 batteries e 75 ohm coaxial cable with F type connectors 6 Unpacking Step 2 Setting up the remote commander Inserting the batteries Insert two size AA R6 batteries by matching the and on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment Insert the negative end first then push in and down until the positive end clicks into position payieys Buma Using the remote commander You can use this remote commander to operate this VCR and a Sony TV Buttons on the remote commander marked with a dot can be used to operate your Sony TV
24. ab hole The tape is ejected when you press e Check that the safety tab has not been removed REC Nothing happens when you press e Make sure the tape is not at its end REC Troubleshooting Timer recording Symptom The timer does not operate Remedy 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 your timer settings are past the current time Check that the cable box is turned on The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the wall outlet for more than one minute Reset the clock and timer When you use the cable box satellite receiver control feature make sure the Cable Box Sat option is set to ON Turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord Others A tape cannot be inserted Check that a tape is not already in the tape compartment The remote commander does not function Make sure you are pointing the remote commander at the remote sensor on the VCR Replace all the batteries in the remote commander with new ones if they are weak Make sure the T V VIDEO switch is set correctly If you are not using Control S make sure that both miniplugs are disconnected The channels on the VCR cannot be changed Make sure the Cable Box Sat option is set to OFF The tracking meter does
25. annel Line out Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU Press to move the cursor P to Cable Box Sat CABLE BOX SAT CONTROL gt Cable Box Sat OFF Brand Code No Channel Line out CHS Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU Press gt to select ON CABLE BOX SAT CONTROL gt Cable Box Sat ON Brand Code No Channel Line out CHS Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU Press ay to move the cursor P to Brand Code No CABLE BOX SAT CONTROL Cable Box Sat ON gt Brand Code No Channel Line out CH3 Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU Press lt gt to enter the cable box or digital satellite receiver code number Find your cable box or digital satellite receiver code number from the following chart CABLE BOX SAT CONTROL Cable Box Sat ON gt Brand Code No 12 Channel Line out CHS Select Set End OK Quit MENU Press t4 to move the cursor P to Channel Line out CABLE BOX SAT CONTROL Cable Box Sat ON Brand Code No 12 gt Channel Line out CH3 Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU Setting up the cable box satellite receiver control If you want to control a cable box press to select the cable box output channel then press OK If you want to control a digital satellite receiver select LINE then press OK MENU Pre
26. ape Speed function press to display AUTO in the SPD position For details see To use the Auto Tape Speed function on page 55 Press OK to confirm the setting To enter another setting press 4 to select the next row and repeat step 4 Press MENU to exit the menu Press I C to turn off the VCR The TIMER indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by for recording When using a cable box leave it on To stop recording To stop the VCR while recording press i STOP continued Setting the timer manually suonessdo siseg L 57 58 Daily weekly recording In step 4 above press to select the recording pattern Each time you press the indication changes as shown below Press to change the indication in reverse order MO FR SUN S MON S SAT S 1 month later dates count down the current date To use the VCR after setting the timer To use the VCR before a timer recording begins just press The TIMER indicator disappears from the display window and the VCR switches on Remember to press I C to reset the VCR to the timer recording standby mode after using the VCR You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording e Reset the counter page 44 e Display tape information on the TV screen page 46 e Check the timer settings page 63 e Watch another TV program page 47 Tips e To set the c
27. arts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by the manufacturer to determine that the set is in safe operating condition Table of contents Getting Started 6 Step 1 Unpacking 7 Step 2 Setting up the remote commander 10 Step 3 Hookups 23 Step 4 Selecting a language 24 Step 5 Setting the clock 29 Step 6 Presetting channels payers Buye5 33 Step 7 Setting up the cable box satellite receiver control 39 Step 8 Setting up the VCR Plus C system Basic Operations 42 Playing a tape 45 Recording TV programs 48 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer 53 Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus C system 56 Setting the timer manually 59 Locking the VCR Child Lock Additional Operations 60 Playing searching at various speeds 62 Quick Timer Recording 63 Checking changing canceling timer settings 65 66 68 69 71 73 74 76 77 82 Recording stereo and bilingual programs Searching using various functions Adjusting the picture tracking Changing menu options Editing with another VCR Additional Information Antenna information
28. ave the VCR stop recording automatically after a specified duration REC 1 While recording press REC The indicator appears in the display window OOVIDEO 1 pli 2 Press REC repeatedly to set the duration time Each press advances the time in increments of 30 minutes 0 30 gt 1 00 gt 3 30 gt 4 00 gt Normal recording The tape counter decreases minute by minute to 0 00 then the VCR stops recording and turns off automatically To extend the duration Press REC repeatedly to set a new duration time To cancel the duration Press REC repeatedly until the indicator disappears and the VCR returns to normal recording mode To stop while recording Press Mi STOP Note e You cannot display the current tape time in the display window when setting the recording duration time Quick Timer Recording Checking changing canceling timer settings Before you start Turn on the TV and set it to the video channel uc CLEAR MENU thie 1 Press 1 0 to turn on the VCR 2 Press MENU continued Checking changing canceling timer settings suoljesedo jeuonppy j 63 3 Press t4 to move the cursor P to Timer set check then press OK e If you want to change a setting go on to the next step e If you do not need to change the settings press MENU then turn off the VCR to return to recording standby Press ay to move the cursor P to the set
29. cked when You stop timer recording by pressing W STOP You insert a tape The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops Locking the VCR Child Lock suoneisdo siseg 59 60 Additional Operations Playing searching at various speeds TRACKING x2 b gt SLOW gt PLAY gt gt FF lt lt REW Playback options View the picture during fast forward or rewind Operation During fast forward hold down gt FF During rewind hold down lt lt REW Play at high speed During playback briefly press P FF or lt lt REW The tape continues to play at high speed During playback hold down FF or lt lt REW When you release the button normal playback resumes Play at twice the normal speed During playback press x2 Play in slow motion During playback or pause press I gt SLOW Play frame by frame During pause press gt FF on the remote commander To resume normal playback Press gt PLAY Using the shuttle ring With the shuttle ring you can Shuttle ring JOG operate a variety of playback options There are two ways for using the shuttle ring normal mode Ooo and jog mode c 60 Playing searching at various speeds To use the shuttle ring in normal mode During playback or pause turn the shuttle ring clockw
30. ct channels on the digital satellite receiver What you cannot do e Record with the digital satellite receiver turned off Q gt e 04 o at oO Qa e Record any channels from cable or an antenna To record channels from cable or an antenna turn off the cable box satellite receiver control feature e Use a cable box e Record programs with the VCR Plus C system To use the VCR Plus C system turn off the cable box satellite receiver control feature Rear of TV VHF UHF LINE LINE OUT IN1 20 OPO yoo VHF UHF 1 1 1 1 1 1 IN 1 1 1 1 1 1 OUT eo UHF VHF UHF Digital satellite receiver LINE pee OUT AUDIO VIDEO the VCR lis Match the type of connector on your TV A B or C For connector types B and C no UHF connectionis required Positioning the Digital satellite receiver Place the Digital satellite receiver on top of the VCR so that it may not block the sensor window on Side view continued Hookups 21 22 Hookups After you have completed hookup After you have completed hookup plug the VCR into the AC outlet and see Step 4 Selecting a language on page 23 AC power cord to AC outlet lt Note To successfully record a program from the digital satellite receiver proceed as follows Leave the digital satellite receiver on all the
31. d Moisture Do not use power line operated sets near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Power Cord Protection Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to the plugs receptacles and the point where the cord exits from the appliance Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The set may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the set Use only a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn VAs 83125A Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the set and to protect it from overheating these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered e Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials Never block the slots and re openings by placing the seton 3 a bed sofa rug or other similar Z surface 5 Important Safeguards e Never place the set in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is pr
32. d VCR setup To change the on screen display language to French or Spanish see Step 4 Selecting a language on page 23 The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels If the clock is incorrect or appears in the display window see Using Manual Clock Set on page 27 To add or disable channels manually see Presetting disabling channels manually on page 31 Notes If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed the channels may be incorrectly set If this happens see Step 6 Presetting channels on page 29 Do not press any buttons on the VCR or remote commander during Auto preset Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the AC power cord for the first time after you purchase the VCR Auto preset can be performed by pressing I STOP on the VCR continuously for 5 seconds or more with the VCR power turned off Hookups 15 Hookup 2 Plug and Play You have no cable box or a cable box with only a few scrambled channels Recommended use Use this hookup if you do not have a cable box Also use this hookup if your cable system scrambles only a few channels What you can do with this hookup e Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel on the VCR What you cannot do e Record scrambled channels that require a cable box VCR Rear of TV i VHF UHF O Br A Match the type ee e of connecto
33. eorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Owner s record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit Record these numbers in the spaces provided below Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Model No Serial No Important Safeguards For your protection please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance and keep this manual for future reference Carefully observe all warnings precautions and instructions on the appliance or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them Use Power sources This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of Se electrical power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company For those sets designed to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions Grounding or Polarization This set is equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug a plug having one blade wider than the other or with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third pin for grounding Follow the instructions below For the
34. esedo jeuolppy 67 Adjusting the picture tracking Although the VCR automatically adjusts the tracking when playing a tape distortion may occur if the recording is in poor condition In this case manually adjust the tracking Press TRACKING on the VCR to display the tracking meter The distortion should disappear as TRACKING _ you press one of the two tracking buttons To resume automatic tracking adjustment eject the tape and Tracking meter reinsert it Note The auto tracking adjustment cannot be guaranteed to work with tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs 68 Adjusting the picture tracking Changing menu options 1 Press MENU Press to move the cursor P to Advanced options then press OK ADVANCED OPTIONS gt Tape select Auto play Auto repeat Auto power off Power save VCR Output CH Select 44 End OK Quit 3 Press t4 to move the cursor to the option to change 4 Press lt gt to change the setting then press OK 5 Press MENU to exit the menu Menu choices Initial settings are indicated in bold print Menu option Tape select Set this option to For details see page 46 T 120 when using a T 120 or shorter length tape T 160 when using a T 160 length tape T 180 when using a T 180 or longer length tape Auto play ON to start playback automatically when you insert a tape with its safety tab removed OFF to tur
35. first time after you purchase the VCR Auto preset can be performed by pressing I STOP on the VCR continuously for 5 seconds or more with the VCR power turned off Hookups 17 Hookup 3 Connecting a cable box with many scrambled channels Recommended use Use this hookup if your cable system scrambles all or most channels What you can do with this hookup e Record any channel by selecting the channel on the cable box What you cannot do Record with the cable box turned off e Record one channel while watching another channel Cable box Rear of TV VHF UHF o A Match the type of connector on your or TV A B or C For connector types B and C no UHF connection or UHE ig required After you have completed hookup After you have completed hookup plug the VCR into the AC outlet and see Step 4 Selecting a language on page 23 AC power cord to AC outlet 18 Hookups Hookup 4 Using the cable box satellite receiver control feature Recommended use You should use this hookup if you have a cable box especially if your cable system scrambles all or most channels This hookup allows the VCR s cable box satellite receiver control feature to control the channels on the cable box simplifying the recording process A list of compatible cable boxes is on page 36 What you can do with this hookup e Record any channel by using
36. gth after you press DISPLAY suonessdo siseg f Recording TV programs 47 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer The Dial Timer function allows you to make VC POWER CHANNEL E STOP timer recordings of programs without turning on your TV Set the recording timer to record up to eight programs that will be broadcast within a month using the DIAL TIMER The recording start time and recording stop time can be set at one minute intervals DIAL TIMER IH PAUSE Before you start e When using a cable box turn it on e Insert a tape with its safety tab in place Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time 1 DIALTIMER Press DIAL TIMER DATE and TODAY appear alternately in the display window Tf the date and time are not set MONTH will appear To set the date and time see To set the clock on page 51 2 DIALTIMER Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording date O a 48 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer 3 piaLtimen Press DIAL TIMER to set the start time START and Current time appear alternately in the display window It DIALTIMER Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording start time You can set the recording start time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL buttons CHANNEL suoneado I1seg 5 DIALTIMER Press DIAL TI
37. hannel you can also use the number buttons e Ifthe indicator appears the timer settings overlap To check change or cancel the program setting see Checking changing canceling timer settings on page 63 e Ifthe indicator appears this means that the VCR is currently recording this program e When you are recording a program in the SP mode and the remaining tape becomes shorter than the recording time the tape speed is automatically changed to the EP mode Note that some noise will appear on the picture when the tape speed is changed If you want to keep the tape speed set Tape select to SP in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu page 69 Setting the timer manually Locking the VCR Child Lock After you have set the timer you can lock all of the buttons on the VCR so that the settings V POWER are not canceled by mistake p E STOP ax To lock the VCR When the VCR is turned on hold down VC POWER on the VCR until LOC appears in the display window The VCR turns off and the TIMER indicator remains lit if there is a timer setting The VCR will not work except for timer recordings To unlock the VCR Hold down 1 0 POWER on the VCR until LOC disappears from the display window The VCR is unlocked and turns on To stop timer recording while the VCR is locked press W STOP The recording stops and the VCR is unlocked Note The VCR will be unlo
38. ing Rewind Shut Off Press I C while the tape is rewinding The power will turn off but the tape will keep rewinding until it reaches the end continued Playing a tape 43 44 To use the time counter Press CLEAR at the point on the tape that you want to find later The counter in the display window resets to 0 00 00 To search for the counter 0 00 00 point automatically see To search for the counter 0 00 00 point on page 67 OOVIDEO a RE LIL To display the counter on the TV screen press DISPLAY Notes Playing a tape Tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VCR but the picture quality cannot be guaranteed While displaying a menu on the TV screen you cannot use C gt PLAY H PAUSE P gt FF lt lt REW or W STOP buttons The counter resets to 0 00 00 in the display window and on the TV screen whenever a tape is reinserted The counter stops counting when it comes to a portion with no recording When 10 hours have passed the counter in the display window returns to 0 00 00 and the count starts over again When playback does not start even if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed set Auto play in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu correctly page 69 The SLV N900 can also play S VHS tapes The SLV N900 will automatically identify the type of tape inserted in the VCR either VHS or S VHS When S VHS tapes are played in the SLV N900 the enha
39. involves coordinating the TV channel number the number you turn to on your TV or VCR to watch a program with the guide channel the number that is assigned to that channel in your program guide To find the guide channel numbers look at the Channel Line up Chart in the program guide for your area that features VCR PlusCode numbers It usually looks like the example to the right To set the guide channels use the Channel Line up Chart to check that the guide channel numbers match the TV channel your VCR receives For example if HBO is listed in the Channel Line up Chart as channel 33 and your VCR receives HBO on channel 5 you need to coordinate these numbers using the following procedure If the guide and TV channel numbers are the same you can skip this procedure Example of PlusCode 5 30 H MOVIE Musical 2hrs WS 9974 thr 15min 73457 PlusCode 33044 E SPORT Golf thr 25min 42060 6 30 EAEIEIDRAMA Comedy 2hrs 17390 H SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Example of Channel Line up Chart CABLE TV VCR Plus GUIDE CH American Movie Classics 35 Bravo program grid only 54 Cable News Netwofk 42 C SPAN 28 CIB The Disney Channel 53 The Discovery Channel 37 34 G ESPN GMD The Family nel 47 GED Home BONORize 33 Lite 46 MAX 45 GP Srs Channel Sports Channel A
40. ise or anticlockwise Each change in the shuttle ring position changes the playback mode in the following way Pause Slow motion Slow motion in reverse Normal speed Normal speed in reverse Initial speed Double speed Double speed in reverse t High speed in High speed reverse To use the shuttle ring in jog mode Use this mode for frame by frame playback Press JOG to enter the jog mode The JOG button lights up If you change to the jog mode during any playback mode playback pauses so you can see a still picture Each change in the shuttle ring position shifts the picture one frame To shift frames in reverse turn the shuttle ring anticlockwise The frame shift speed depends on the speed you turn the shuttle ring To resume normal mode press JOG again The JOG button turns off Tips e Adjust the picture using the TRACKING buttons if Streaks appear while playing in slow motion The picture shakes during pause The VCR turns on and starts playback automatically by pressing C gt PLAY on the VCR with the VCR power turned off Notes The sound is muted during these operations e Tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VCR but the picture quality cannot be guaranteed e The picture may show noise when playing at high speed in reverse Playing searching at various speeds suoljesedo jeuonppy j 61 62 Quick Timer Recording After you have started recording you can h
41. isplay the VIDEO indicator in the VCR s display window 9 fe ro D Number Si buttons ENTER CH MENU tpm OK 1 MENU Press MENU MAIN MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Cable Box Sat Control Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select 44 Set OK Quit MENU Press t4 to move the cursor P to Tuner preset then press OK TUNER PRESET Ant Cable CABLE Auto preset Channel add erase Guide channel setup Select 44 Set i End OK Quit MENU continued Presetting channels 31 Press tit to move the cursor P to Channel add erase then press OK A To preset a channel Channel to be preset 1 Press the number buttons to enter the channel number then press ENTER Seles eure aaa aS 2 Press then press OK or MENU and press gt to ADD press to ERASE End OK Quit MENU To disable a channel Channel to be disabled 1 Press CH to select the channel number CHANNEL ADD ERASE 2 Press then press OK or MENU Select channel and press gt to ADD press to ERASE End OK Quit MENU 32 Presetting channels Step 7 Setting up the cable box satellite receiver control Skip this section if you are using Hookup 1 2 or 3 Your VCR includes a cable box satellite receiver control feature that allows the VCR to control cable boxes or digi
42. it MENU Press to flash the day and press AIF to set the day Set 44 Quit MENU 6 Set the year hour and minutes in the same way as the day The day of the week is set automatically Press OK or MENU to start the clock 28 Setting the clock Step 6 Presetting channels Skip this section if you are using a cable box or digital satellite receiver control This VCR is capable of receiving VHF channels 2 to 13 UHF channels 14 to 69 and unscrambled CATV channels to 125 First we recommend that you preset the receivable channels in your area using automatic presetting methods Then if there are any unwanted channels disable them manually If you have already decided which channels you wish to preset set them directly using manual presetting methods page 31 Presetting all receivable channels automatically Before you start Turn on the VCR and the TV e Set the VCR Output CH to 3CH or 4CH in ADVANCED OPTIONS menu page 69 If both are used set the VCR Output CH to either channel If your TV is connected to the VCR using A V connections set the TV to video input e Press TV VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR s display window O 2 gt e 2 o 2 MENU 8 tpe OK 1 MENU Press MENU MAIN MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Cable Box Sat Control Advanced options Lang
43. ither channel 2 Press 1 to turn on the VCR 3 Press TV VIDEO to turn on the VCR indicator in the VCR s display window 4 Press CH to display a channel number in the display window Select an active channel number in your area 5 Turn on your TV and set it to the channel you selected in step 1 3CH or 4CH The channel you selected in step 4 appears on the TV screen If the channels change when you press CH you have made the correct setting Whenever you use the VCR set the TV to the channel selected in step 1 Changing menu options Editing with another VCR How to connect to record on this VCR This VCR Recorder Other VCR Player Audio video cable not supplied mN Signal flow Notes e Make sure you connect the plugs to jacks of the same color e Ifthe other VCR is a monaural type and connected to this VCR s LINE 2 IN jacks connect the audio plug to the AUDIO L white jack The sound is recorded on both right and left channels If you connect to the AUDIO R red jack the sound is recorded only on the right channel e If you connected this VCR to both the LINE IN and LINE OUT jacks of the other VCR select the input correctly to prevent a humming noise You can use the LINE IN 1 jacks for editing If the other VCR is a monaural type the sound is recorded only on the channel whose jack is connected to the audio plug To record on both right and left
44. iver Press all 10 number buttons 0 to 9 on the remote commander Does the channel indicator on the cable box or digital satellite receiver change If the answer to both 1 and 2 is yes you have made the correct setting continued Setting up the cable box satellite receiver control 37 If you cannot get your VCR to control the cable box or digital satellite receiver e Check the position of the cable box or digital satellite receiver e Place the cable box or digital satellite receiver on top of the VCR Do not place the cable box or digital satellite receiver and VCR away form each other Try the setup again making sure to use the correct control code If the cable box still does not respond try the other codes that are listed If your cable box still does not operate with this VCR contact your cable company to see if they can provide you with a compatible cable box 38 Setting up the cable box satellite receiver control Step 8 Setting up the VCR Plus C system How the VCR Plus C system works Whenever you want to record a TV program all you need to do is look up the PlusCode number a number assigned to each program published in the TV section of most newspapers cable TV listings and even TV GUIDE magazine Then just enter the PlusCode number of the program you want and the VCR is automatically programed to record that show It s that simple How to set up your VCR Setting up your VCR
45. maining tape length To check the remaining tape length of a tape set Tape select in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu correctly page 69 46 Recording TV programs To watch another TV program while recording 1 Press TV VIDEO to turn off the VIDEO indicator in the display window 2 If your TV is connected to the VCR using A V connections set the TV to the TV s antenna input if not skip this step 3 Select another channel on the TV To save a recording To prevent accidental erasure break off the safety tab as illustrated To record on the tape again cover the tab hole with adhesive tape a A Safety tab Tips To select a channel you can use the number buttons on the remote commander Enter the channel number then press ENTER e You can select a video source from the LINE IN 1 or LINE 2 IN jacks using the INPUT SELECT button The display appears on the TV screen indicating information about the tape but the information will not be recorded on the tape Ifyou do not want to watch TV while recording you can turn off the TV When using a cable box make sure to leave it on Notes The remaining tape length may not be indicated accurately for short tapes such as T 20 or T 30 or tapes recorded in the LP mode The display does not appear during still pause mode or slow motion playback e It may take up to one minute for the VCR to calculate and display the remaining tape len
46. merica E Showtime TBS SuperStation The Movie Channel The Nashville Network Turner Network Television GB USA Network continued paes Huma Setting up the VCR Plus C system 39 MENU tpe OK 1 MENU Press MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Cable Box Sat Control Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select 44 Set OK Quit MENU Press t4 to move the cursor P to Tuner preset then press OK TUNER PRESET Ant Cable CABLE Auto preset Channel add erase Guide channel setup Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU 40 Setting up the VCR Plus C system Press to move the cursor P to Guide channel setup then press OK oi cod Oa bd 58 06 01 02 03 04 05 06 TV CH Enter actual receiving channel Select gt Set 44 End OK Quit MENU The upper row shows VCR Plus C guide channels and the lower row shows TV channels or cable box out put channels Press lt gt to select the channel number that does not match the guide channel If you made Hookup 1 or 2 Enter the actual number on your TV and VCR then press tit If you made Hookup 3 Enter the cable box output channel usually 2 3 or 4 then press t4 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each channel number that does not match Press OK to confirm the setting 8 MENU Press MENU to exit the menu
47. n off Auto play You need to press C gt PLAY to start playback even if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed Auto repeat ON to play back a tape repeatedly The VCR rewinds a tape to the beginning and restarts playback automatically OFF to turn off Auto repeat Auto power off 1Hr to turn off the VCR automatically one hour after the last operation 2Hr to turn off the VCR automatically two hours after the last operation OFF to set no specific time to turn off Power save ON to turn off the indicators in the display window during standby mode to reduce the VCR s power consumption to a minimum OFF to turn on the indicators in the display window while the VCR is standing by VCR Output CH For details see page 70 3CH when using channel 3 to receive the VCR signal 4CH when using channel 4 to receive the VCR signal continued Changing menu options suoljesedo jeuonppy 69 70 Setting the RF Output channel When connecting the VCR to the TV using only the antenna cable you must set the VCR Output CH in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu so that the i TV can receive the correct signal from the vO VCR TV VIDEO L CH VO CHANNEL 1 Set the VCR Output CH to 3CH or 4CH see page 69 to set the channel whichever channel is not used in your area If both are used set the VCR Output CH to e
48. nIppy i 79 80 Remote commander Index to parts and controls 1 TV VIDEO switch 7 2 amp EJECT button 43 3 TV VIDEO button 8 47 4 CLEAR button 44 64 5 DISPLAY button 46 6 SP Standard Play EP Extended Play button 46 INPUT SELECT button 47 72 REC record button 46 62 9 B gt SLOW button 60 MENU button 23 56 63 69 I PAUSE button 23 43 E STOP button 23 43 lt lt REW rewind button 43 60 gt gt FF fast forward gt button 43 60 E gt PLAY OK button 23 43 54 The E gt PLAY button has a tactile dot power switch 8 55 57 COUNTER REMAIN button 46 AUDIO MONITOR button 65 VCR Plus button 53 Number buttons 47 54 ENTER button 47 CH channel buttons 8 46 VOL volume buttons 8 SEARCH button 66 REPLAY button 43 x2 button 60 COMMERCIAL SKIP button 43 The AUDIO MONITOR number 5 and CH buttons have a tactile dot Index to parts and controls uonewsojuy euonIppy i 81 Index A Adjusting picture 68 tracking 68 Advanced option 69 Antenna hookup 14 Audio track 65 Audio video A V hookup 12 Auto Clock Set 24 Auto Tape Speed 55 C Cable hookup 10 Channel line up chart 39 Child Lock 59 Cleaning
49. nced resolution will not be visible on screen there may also be picture distortion while playing the S VHS tape in slow motion or while utilizing other special playback modes The SLV N900 will not record in S VHS mode on an S VHS tape Recording TV programs TV VIDEO COUNTER REMAIN DISPLAY ENTER SP EP CH INPUT SELECT REC E STOP 1 Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel To record from a cable box turn it on 2 Insert a tape with its safety tab in place continued Recording TV programs suonessdo siseg i 45 Press CH to select the channel or line input video source you want to record OOs 4 SP EP Press SP EP to select the tape speed SP or EP CD EP Extended Play provides recording time three times as long as SP Standard Play However SP produces better picture and audio quality 5 REC Press REC to start recording O O indicator appears in the display window OOVIDEO lI Op LI To stop recording Press W STOP To check the remaining tape length Press DISPLAY With the display on press COUNTER REMAIN to check the remaining time Each time you press COUNTER REMAIN the time counter and the remaining tape length appear alternately The white bar indicates the current location in relation to the entire tape length The remaining time also appears in the display window Rem_1 38 SP Time counter Re
50. ng playback press AUDIO MONITOR to select the sound you want To listen to On screen display Display window Stereo HI FI Hi Fi Left channel LEFT Hi Fi Right channel RIGHT Hi Fi Monaural sound on the MONO No indicator normal audio track How sound is recorded on a video tape The VCR records sound onto two separate tracks Hi fi audio is recorded onto the main track along with the picture Monaural sound is recorded onto the normal audio track along the edge of the tape suojesedo jeuonppy j Monaural sound Normal audio track Hi Fi audio track 5 main track Stereo sound left right channels Notes e To play a tape in stereo you must use the A V connections e When you play a tape recorded in monaural the sound is heard in monaural regardless of the AUDIO MONITOR setting Recording stereo and bilingual programs 65 Searching using various functions The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each recording begins You can easily find a specific point using various search functions To search using the index function Scan and Play SEARCH tipem PLAY The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each recording begins Use these signals as references to find a specific recording 1 Insert an indexed tape into the VCR 2 Press SEARCH Press to scan ahead or to scan backwards The VCR sea
51. on only e Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers e Do not place heavy objects on the unit e Ifthe unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape When you first install the unit or when you move it from a cold to a warm location wait for about three hours before operating the unit Information For customers in the USA CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e R
52. oose connections may cause picture distortion If your TV does not match any of the examples provided see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician 10 Hookups Caution Connections between the VCR s VHF UHF connector and the antenna terminals of the TV receiver should be made only as shown in the following instructions Failure to do so may result in operation that violates the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission regarding the use and operation of RF devices Never connect the output of the VCR to an antenna or make simultaneous parallel antenna and VCR connections at the antenna terminals of your receiver Note to CATV system installer in USA This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Q fo z2 5 Co 2 D D Q Hookups 11 Audio video A V hookup If your TV has audio video A V input jacks you will get a better picture and sound if you hook up your VCR using these connections For a true home theater experience you should connect the audio outputs of your VCR or TV to your stereo system If your TV does not have A V inputs see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups If your TV has the Control S f
53. ovided Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register Zz lt or where it is exposed to direct 7 S sunlight N Antennas Outdoor antenna grounding If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed follow the precautions below An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code Antenna Lead in Wire Antenna Discharge unit NEC Section 810 20 a Grounding Conductors NEC Section 810 21 Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Ground iy Service Equipment Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Lightning
54. r i or on your TV A i VHF B or C pAARRANA B i For connector Connect this cable or UHF types B and C directly to your TV if i no UHF a you do not have a VHF connection is cable box Cable box headin Dolce required oo UHF 16 Hookups Hookup 2 VCR setup Plug the VCR into the AC outlet The VCR automatically presets the VCR s clock and TV channels when the VCR is plugged into the AC outlet AC power cord Q gt e 04 i O Q to AC outlet lt The VCR starts presetting the clock and channels When Auto preset is completed the current time appears in the display window You have now completed VCR setup To change the on screen display language to French or Spanish see Step 4 Selecting a language on page 23 The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels If the clock is incorrect or appears in the display window see Using Manual Clock Set on page 27 To add or disable channels manually see Presetting disabling channels manually on page 31 Notes If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed the channels may be incorrectly set If this happens see Step 6 Presetting channels on page 29 Do not press any buttons on the VCR or remote commander during Auto preset Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the AC power cord for the
55. ration Mode Press If PAUSE on the VCR while turning the DIAL TIMER DEMO appears in the display window for a few seconds To cancel the Demonstration Mode Turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord Although the Demonstration Mode is canceled the timer settings entered while using the Demonstration Mode will remain Be sure to manually cancel the timer settings before you use the Dial Timer or any other timer method after reconnecting the AC power cord page 63 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus C system Just enter the PlusCode number listed in the TV program guide The date time and channel number of that program are set automatically You can preset up to eight vO programs together with the DIAL TIMER and manual timer settings at one time Before you start VCR Plus e Check that the VCR clock is set to the correct time Turn on the VCR and the TV and set it to Number the video channel When using a cable buttons fe box turn it on w e Insert a tape with its safety tab in place D Make sure the tape is longer than the total 9 recording time Q 2 MENU thie OK E STOP 1 VCR Pluss Press the VCR Plus button Cc gt Enter code J with 0 9 Mode ONCE Speed AUTO Select 4 4 End OK Quit MENU continued Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus C system 53 Press ay to move the cursor P to Enter code
56. rches and then plays back for about five seconds 4 Press gt PLAY to view that program Scan and play Press or gt Goto 0 00 00 Press End search Press 0 01 30 SP Cs Scan and play 0 01 30 SP If you do not press C gt PLAY the VCR automatically searches for the next index mark or until it reaches the end of the tape 66 Searching using various functions To search for the counter 0 00 00 point To mark a point on the tape that you want to find later reset the tape counter to 0 00 00 The VCR automatically fast forwards or rewinds to the 0 00 00 point on the tape counter 1 Press SEARCH 2 Press The VCR starts searching and automatically stops at the 0 00 00 point Goto 0 00 00 0 01 30 SP To search for a blank portion of the tape The VCR automatically searches for the beginning of a blank portion You can easily find a point you can start recording from 1 Press SEARCH 2 Press The VCR starts searching and automatically stops at the beginning of a blank space If no End search blank space is found the VCR reaches the end and the tape will stop 0 01 30 SP Note Once in recording mode if the VCR is put in pause and then released to start the recording no index mark will be inserted An index mark will be inserted if the channel is changed while VCR is put in pause Searching using various functions suorj
57. ress lt gt to make the setting and press OK S Clock set CH at Ti For Clock set CH Daylight Saving a Leave the setting to AUTO to have the VCR automatically search for a channel that carries a time signal Press lt to select a End 20K Quit MENU channel that carries a time signal Use this option if you know of a channel that carries a time signal Most PBS member stations broadcast a time signal For the fastest response select your local PBS station For Time zone Select the time zone of your area or select k Clock set CH AUTO AUTO to have the VCR automatically set gt Time zone Pac ti Daylight Saving AUTO your ume zone The options are AUTO lt gt Atl Atlantic lt gt Select i Set rate East Eastern Cen Central gt Mtn Mountain Pac Pacific lt gt Alas Alaska Haw Hawaii gt AUTO e For Daylight Saving y Select YES or NO standard time or AUTO t Clock set CH AUTO to have the VCR automatically set the Time zone AUTO gt Daylight Saving NO daylight saving time Select 44 Set gt End OK Quit MENU 5 MENU Press MENU to exit the menu 6 To activate the Auto Clock Set function turn off the VCR continued Setting the clock 25 Notes The clock cannot be set automatically if you do not receive a channel that carries a time signal in your area If so set
58. ss MENU to exit the menu O 9 co 5 Co 2 r D gt D a continued Setting up the cable box satellite receiver control 35 36 Cable box and digital satellite receiver brands and the corresponding code numbers If more than one code number is listed try entering them one by one until you come to the correct code for your equipment Note e Cable box satellite receiver control may not be compatible with all brands of cable boxes and DirecTV receivers e Only Sony digital cable box is available for Cablevision Cable box brand Code numbers Anvision 13 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 58 62 Archer 29 42 44 Cable Star 13 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 58 62 Cable View 42 44 Citizen 42 44 Curtis 8 9 56 61 Diamond 29 44 Eagle 13 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 58 62 Eastern 28 GC Brand 42 44 Gemini 4 30 General Instrument 1 2 3 4 55 75 85 Cable box brand Code numbers Rembrandt 32 Samsung 4 6 42 44 78 86 Scientific Atlantic 8 9 56 61 Sheritech 26 27 28 SL Mark 4 6 42 78 Sony 96 Sprucer 6 8 16 17 Stargate 4 6 42 44 78 Sylvania 19 Teknica 74 Telecaption 77 Teleview 4 6 42 78 Texscan 18 19 Tocom 33 34 48 49 73 Toshiba 36 Unika 20 21 29 42 44 Universal 43 52 63 82 Videoway 7 45 50 59 Viewstar 13 20 21 22 23 2
59. system or the manual timer setting FULL appears in the display window for about five seconds e If you set the clock using the Auto Clock Set feature the clock will adjust itself to the incoming time signal regardless of adjustments made with the Dial Timer Be sure you have set Auto Clock Set correctly e If you are setting the clock for the first time or O appears in the display window you cannot set the clock to February 29 using the Dial Timer Please use the Auto Clock Set feature to set the VCR to this day The TIMER indicator flashes in the display window when you complete the setting in step 9 on page 50 with no tape inserted e When the setting time is incorrect ERROR appears in the display window in step 9 Set the timer again from step 1 e You cannot set the tape speed to AUTO using the DIAL TIMER To select AUTO set the SPD position in Timer set check suonessdo s1seg continued Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer 51 52 About the Demonstration Mode The Dial Timer function has a Demonstration Mode that allows the user such as a salesperson to enter more than eight examples of timer settings when demonstrating the use of the Dial Timer It cancels the FULL notice which appears if eight programs have already been set Do not use the Demonstration Mode for making timer recordings Doing so may cause the settings to be inaccurate To activate the Demonst
60. tal satellite receivers equipped with an infrared remote control With the cable box satellite receiver control the VCR controls channels on the cable box or digital satellite receiver for timer recording You can also use the VCR s remote commander to change channels on the cable box or digital satellite receiver whenever the cable box or digital satellite receiver is turned on even if the VCR is turned off To use cable box satellite receiver control you need to set the code number and output channel This VCR is programmed with codes necessary to control channel selection on most brands of cable boxes or digital satellite receivers at the time this VCR was manufactured It is possible that new cable boxes may be introduced that cannot be controlled with this VCR If you have a cable box that is incompatible with this VCR contact your cable operator they may be able to provide you with a compatible cable box GOO O 0 0 0 db seeoe Coloco 0 0 0 paes Huma MENU t4 OK Press MENU 1 MENU Q MAIN MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Cable Box Sat Control Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select Set OK Quit MENU continued Setting up the cable box satellite receiver control 33 Press t4 to move the cursor P to Cable Box Sat Control then press OK CABLE BOX SAT CONTROL gt Cable Box Sat Brand Code No Ch
61. the clock manually page 27 If there are only a few channels in your area that carry time signals setting the clock automatically may take up to about 20 minutes If nothing happens even after you wait about 20 minutes set the clock manually page 27 If you made Hookup 3 or 4 make sure you leave the cable box on 26 Setting the clock Using Manual Clock Set Before you start e Turn on the VCR and the TV e Set the VCR Output CH to 3CH or 4CH in ADVANCED OPTIONS menu page 69 If both are used set the VCR Output CH to either channel If your TV is connected to the VCR using A V connections set the TV to video input e Press TV VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR s display window MENU tt OK 1 MENU Press MENU MAIN MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Cable Box Sat Control Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select 44 Set OK Quit MENU Press to move the cursor P to Clock set then press OK CLOCK SET gt AUTO MANUAL Select Set OK Quit MENU Press tit to select MANUAL then press OK CLOCK SET DATE YEAR TIME 1401 2003 WED 12 00 1 gt Select Set 44 End OK Quit MENU continued paes Huma Setting the clock 27 Press tit to set the month DATE YEAR TIME 9401 2003 MON 12 00 7 gt Select lt gt Set 44 End OK Qu
62. the video heads 74 Clock setting 24 Commercial Skip 43 Connecting Cable TV 18 19 21 external antenna connector 73 UHF VHF band mixer 73 Counter 44 D Demonstration Mode 52 Dial Timer 48 Disabling channels 31 Dubbing see Editing E Editing 71 EP mode 46 H Hi fi audio track 65 Index L Language selecting 23 Locking the VCR 59 LP mode 47 Monaural 65 Monitoring audio during playback 65 N Normal audio track 65 P Picture adjustment 68 Playback 42 at various speeds 60 frame by frame 60 selecting the sound 65 skip 43 slow motion 60 Presetting channels 29 R Recording 45 bilingual programs 65 SAP broadcasts 65 saving 47 stereo broadcasts 65 timer setting 56 using Dial Timer 48 using the VCR Plus C system 53 while watching another program 47 RF channel 70 S Safety tab 47 SAP Second Audio Program 65 Searching at various speeds 60 for a blank portion 67 for the counter 0 point 67 Scan and Play 66 SP mode 46 Stereo 65 T Timer setting 56 canceling 63 changing 63 checking 63 daily weekly recording 58 using the VCR Plus C system 53 Tracking adjustment see Adjusting Tuner presetting 29 V VCR Plus C system channel set up 39 recording 53 Quick reference to using the VCR Hookup 1 To play a tape 1 Set the TV to channel 3 or 4 or to video input if you made A V connections 2 Insert a tape and press gt PLAY If there is no picture on your
63. ting CH START STOP DATE spp you want to change or cancel 00f 9 00 9 30 SP 00M 11 30 10 02 EP To change the setting press gt to flash the eS asec item you want to change and press AF to change it Set 144 Quit MENU e To cancel the setting press CLEAR 5 Press OK to confirm the setting Press MENU to exit the menu If any timer settings remain turn off the VCR to return to recording standby When the timer settings overlap 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 Program 1 Program 2 Will be cut off 64 Checking changing canceling timer settings Recording stereo and bilingual programs Recording stereo programs When you receive a program broadcast in stereo press AUDIO MONITOR to display STEREO on the TV screen You can also select LEFT RIGHT or MONO If there is noise in the stereo program select MONO The sound will be recorded in monaural on both hi fi and normal audio tracks but with less noise Recording bilingual programs Press AUDIO MONITOR to display SAP on the TV screen When a SAP Second Audio Program is received SAP appears on the TV screen and the SAP indicator lights up When MAIN is selected the VCR records only the main sound Selecting the sound during playback Duri
64. to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT Precautions Safety e Operate the unit only on 120 V AC 60 Hz e If anything falls into the cabinet unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source mains as long as it is connected to the wall outlet even if the unit itself has been turned off e Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time To disconnect the cord pull it out by the plug never by the cord e One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the power outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet contact your Sony dealer Installing e Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup e Do not place the unit on surfaces rugs blankets etc or near materials curtains draperies that may block the ventilation slots WARNING e Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts or in a place subject to direct sunlight excessive dust mechanical vibration or shock e Do not install the unit in an inclined position It is designed to be operated in a horizontal positi
65. tting the clock Using the Auto Clock Set feature Some TV and cable channels transmit time signals with their broadcasts Your VCR can pick up this time signal to automatically set the clock MENU The Auto Clock Set feature works only if a channel in your area is broadcasting a time signal If broadcasters in your area are not yet sending time signals set the time manually page 27 tpe OK Before you start Turn on the VCR and the TV When using a cable box turn it on e Set the VCR Output CH to 3CH or 4CH in ADVANCED OPTIONS menu page 69 If both are used set the VCR Output CH to either channel If your TV is connected to the VCR using A V connections set the TV to video input Press TV VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR s display window 1 menu Press MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Cable Box Sat Control Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select 4 4 Set OK Quit MENU Press ay to move the cursor P to Clock set then press OK CLOCK SET gt AUTO MANUAL Select Set OK Quit MENU 24 Setting the clock Press tit to select AUTO then press OK gt Clock set CH AUTO Time zone AUTO Daylight Saving AUTO Select 44 Set i Q End OK Quit MENU fp amp 4 Press tit to select the item you want Then o CLOCK SET _______ p
66. uage Idioma Langue Select 44 Set OK Quit MENU preset then press OK Press t4 to move the cursor to Tuner TUNER PRESET gt Ant Cable CABLE Auto preset Channel add erase Guide channel setup Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU continued Presetting channels 29 Press tit to move the cursor P to Ant Cable To preset cable TV channels Press lt gt to select CABLE gt Ant Cable CABLE Auto preset Channel add erase Guide channel setup Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU To preset VHF and UHF channels Press gt to select ANTENNA gt Ant Cable ANTENNA Auto preset Channel add erase Guide channel setup Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU Press ay to move the cursor P to Auto preset then press OK Auto preset All receivable channels are preset in numerical sequence When no more receivable channels can be found presetting stops and the picture from the lowest numbered channel is displayed on the TV screen 30 Presetting channels Presetting disabling channels manually Before you start Turn on the VCR and the TV e Set the VCR Output CH to 3CH or 4CH in ADVANCED OPTIONS menu page 69 If both are used set the VCR Output CH to either channel If your TV is connected to the VCR using A V connections set the TV to video input e Press TV VIDEO to d
67. unction hook up your VCR using the connection shown on page 13 This will allow you to operate your VCR by pointing your VCR s remote commander at your TV If you are not planning to use your VCR to record programs you finished setting up the VCR after you have made the connections shown on this page If you want to record regular or cable TV programs complete these connections first and then go to the following pages for antenna or cable hookups Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks VCR Stereo receiver LINE LINE OUT IN1 AUX IN Pio or Audio video cable not supplied Audio cable not supplied E Use this hookup if your TV does not have stereo jacks VCR Stereo receiver LINE LINE OUT IN1 AUX IN Q0 C Video cable not supplied Audio cable not supplied 12 Hookups Use this hookup if your TV has the Control S function VCR Stereo receiver LINE LINE OUT IN1 e DEO CONTROL S OUT CONTROL SIN Video cable n t supplied Audio cable not supplied Q f z 3 Co n D D Q Audio video cable not supplied Notes e To play a tape in stereo you must use the A V connection e If you do not have a stereo receiver connect the white LINE OUT AUDIO L jack to the AUDIO IN jack on your TV e Use a Control S cable not supplied for Control S connections Hookups 13 14 Hookup 1 Plug and Play Hookups
68. upplied 1 Loosen the screws on the antenna connector 2 Wind the twin leads around the screws on the antenna connector 3 Retighten the screws Attaching a UHF VHF band mixer When using both a 75 ohm coaxial cable and a 300 ohm twin lead cable for a VHF UHF antenna use a UHF VHF band separator mixer not supplied to connect the antenna to the VCR O 300 ohm twin lead cable UHF VHF band separator mixer not supplied 75 ohm coaxial E cable 1 Loosen the screws on the mixer 2 Wind the twin leads around the screws on the mixer 3 Retighten the screws 4 Connect the 75 ohm coaxial cable to the mixer Antenna information uonewsojuy euoNIppy i 73 Troubleshooting If you have any questions or problems not covered below please consult your nearest Sony dealer Symptom Remedy The 1 switch does not function e Connect the AC power cord securely 2 e Make sure the VCR is not locked To unlock hold down g VC POWER on the VCR until LOC disappears The power is turned on but the VCR Moisture condensation has occurred Turn the power off does not operate unplug the AC power cord and leave the VCR to dry for over three hours x The clock has stopped and e The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the wall ra i f appears in the display window outlet for more than one minute Reset the clock and oO timer The playback picture
69. with the DIAL TIMER and the VCR Plus C system at one time Vd Before you start e Check that the VCR clock is set to the correct time Turn on the VCR and the TV and set it to the video channel When using a cable box turn it on e Insert a tape with its safety tab in place Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time CH INPUT SELECT MENU tpm OK E STOP 1 menu Press MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Cable Box Sat Control Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select Set OK Quit MENU 56 Setting the timer manually Press 4 to move the cursor gt to Timer set check then press OK yas se pera e AE If necessary press A F to move the cursor P to the row that is to be set INPUT SELECT cD Set the channel number start and stop time date and tape speed gt 35 8 00 9 00 9 30 P 1 Press gt to flash each item in turn Da 2 Press to set each item Set 44 Quit MENU To correct a setting press to return to that setting and reset To record from a source connected to the LINE IN 1 or LINE 2 IN jacks press INPUT SELECT or AIF to display L1 or L2 in the CH position To record the same program every day or the same day every week press while the date is flashing For details see Daily weekly recording below To use the Auto T

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