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Sony SLV-N51 User's Manual

1. buttons 8 y 19 SEARCH button 44 20 REPLAY button 28 21 x2 button 37 COMMERCIAL SKIP button 28 Index A Adjusting picture 46 tracking 46 Advanced option 47 Antenna hookup 12 Audio track 43 Audio video A V hookup 10 Auto Clock Set 18 Auto Tape Speed 35 C Cable hookup 9 Child Lock 36 Cleaning the video heads 52 Clock setting 18 Commercial Skip 28 Connecting Cable TV 16 external antenna connector 51 UHF VHF band mixer 51 Counter 29 D Disabling channels 25 Dubbing see Editing E Editing 48 EP mode 31 H Hi fi audio track 43 L Language selecting 17 Locking the VCR 36 LP mode 32 Monaural 42 Monitoring audio during playback 42 N Normal audio track 43 P Playback 27 at various speeds 37 frame by frame 37 selecting the sound 42 skip 28 slow motion 37 Presetting channels 23 R Recording 30 bilingual programs 42 SAP broadcasts 42 saving 32 stereo broadcasts 42 timer setting 33 while watching another program 32 RF channel 50 S Safety tab 32 SAP Second Audio Program 42 Searching at various speeds 37 for a blank portion 45 for the counter 00000 point 45 Scan and Play 44 SP mode 31 Stereo 42 T Timer setting 33 canceling 40 changing 40 checking 40 daily weekly recording 34 Tracking adjustment see Adjusting Tuner presetting 23 Index 59 Quick reference to using the VCR Hookup 1 To play a tape 1 Set the TV to chan
2. Unclear picture No picture or black amp white screen appears terminal Troubleshooting uonewsojuy euoNIppy 53 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 3 inches s EP 11 12 mm s 6 inches s LP 16 67 mm s inches s playback only Maximum recording playback time 8 hrs in EP mode with T 160 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 AUDIO 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 Specifications Timer section Clock Quartz locked Timer indication 12 hour cycle Timer setting 8 programs max Power back up Built in self charging capacitor Back up duration up to 1 minute at a time General Power requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz Power consumption 18 W Operating temperature 0 C to 45 C 32 F to 113 F Storage
3. Searching using various functions You can easily find a specific point using various search functions SEARCH To search using the index function Scan and Play The VCR 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 Press SEARCH Scan and play Press or gt Goto 0 00 00 Press End search Press 0 01 30 SP Ce 2 Press gt to scan ahead or to scan backwards The VCR searches and then plays back for about five seconds Scan and play 0 01 30 SP 3 Press gt PLAY to view that program If you don t press gt PLAY the VCR automatically searches for the next index mark or until it reaches the end of the tape 44 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 Go to 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
4. Hookup 3 Page 16 After you ve completed the connections follow the instructions for setup After you ve completed the setup you re 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 Loose connections may cause picture distortion e If your TV doesn t match any of the examples provided see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician Hookups 9 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 doesn t have A V inputs see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups If you re not planning to use your VCR to record programs you re finished setting up the VCR after you ve 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
5. To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure 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 e 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 position only e Keep the unit and cassettes aw
6. 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 c electrical power supplied to your a power or other sources refer to the operating This set is equipped with a polarized ac power cord having a third pin for grounding Follow the plug safety feature If you are unable go your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed For the set with a three wire grounding grounding type power outlet electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not Do not overload wall outlets since this can result in fire or Never push objects of a
7. payieys Buiney Setting the clock 21 Press tit to set the month DATE YEAR TIME 49401 2001 SAT 12 00 7 Select lt gt Set 44 End OK Quit MENU Press to flash the day and press to set the day DATE YEAR TIME 9428 2001 FRI 12 00 Y Select Set 44 End OK Quit MENU 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 22 Setting the clock Step 6 Presetting channels 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 Presetting all receivable channels automatically Before you start Turn on the VCR and the TV When using a cable box turn it on e Set the CH switch on the rear of the VCR to 3 of 4 whichever channel is not used in your area If both are used set the switch to either channel For details see page 50 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 VCR indicator in the VCR s display window O oO 2 gt
8. vo a o MENU 8 t m OK 1 MENU Press MENU MAIN MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select Set OK Quit MENU preset then press OK Press tit to move the cursor to Tuner TUNER PRESET gt Ant Cable CABLE Auto preset Channel add erase Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU continued Presetting channels 23 Press tit to select Ant Cable To preset cable TV channels Press gt to select CABLE gt Ant Cable CABLE Auto preset Channel add erase Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU To preset VHF and UHF channels Press lt gt to select ANTENNA gt Ant Cable ANTENNA Auto preset Channel add erase Select Set End OK Quit MENU Press F to select 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 24 Presetting channels Presetting disabling channels manually Before you start Turn on the VCR and the TV When using a cable box turn it on e Set the CH switch on the rear of the VCR to 3 of 4 whichever channel is not used in your area If both are used set the switch to either channel For details see
9. C Penney 04 12 Radio Shack 05 14 Notes If you enter a new code number the code number previously entered will be erased Ifthe TV uses a different remote control system from the one programmed 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 e 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 Setting up the remote commander Step 3 Hookups Selecting the best hookup option There are many ways in which your VCR can be hooked up To hook up 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 pages 10 and 11 for audio video A V hookup Then follow one of the hookups below If your TV doesn t have A V inputs do directly to one of the hookups below payieys Bua If you have Antenna only no cable TV Use Hookup 1 Plug and Play Refer to Pages 12 and 13 No cable box or cable box with only a few scrambled channels Hookup 2 Plug and Play Pages 14 and 15 Cable box with many scrambled channels
10. QO band separator QO mixer not lt supplied 75 ohm coaxial q cable 300 ohm twin lead cable EAC 66 UHF VHF 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 General setup information uonewojuy euonIppy i 51 Troubleshooting If you have any questions or problems not covered below please consult your nearest Sony dealer Symptom Remedy The I 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 1 0 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 The clock has stopped and The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the wall ra i appears in the display window outlet for more than one minute Reset the clock and 8 timer The playback picture 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 The video heads are dirty see the last page of Troubleshooting Clean the video heads using the Sony T 25CLD o
11. Record any channel by selecting the channel on the cable box What you can t do Record with the cable box turned off e Record one channel while watching another channel Cable box Rear of TV VHF UHF 0 od eg eas o A Match the type of i connector on your or TV A B or C VHF EET g For connector types B and C no S UHF UHF connection is required VHF VOR E ooo Apesna bo O c g UHF OUT 2 After you have completed hookup After you have completed hookup plug the VCR into the AC outlet and go to Step 4 Selecting a language on page 17 16 Hookups Step 4 Selecting a language You can change the on screen display language Before you start Turn on the VCR and the TV e Set the CH switch on the rear of the VCR to 3 of 4 whichever channel is not used in your area If both are used set the switch to either channel For details see page 50 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 VCR indicator in the VCR s display window MENU t OK 1 MENU Press MENU MAIN MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select 44 Set OK Quit MENU Press t4 to move the cursor P to Language Idioma Langue MAIN MENU Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Advanced options gt
12. VCR will not work except for timer recordings To unlock the VCR Hold down I 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 e The VCR will be unlocked 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 Additional Operations Playing searching at various speeds gt PLAY gt gt FF TRACKING lt lt REW gt gt FF lt lt REW OO OX0 Playback options Operation View the picture during fast forward or rewind During fast forward hold down gt FF During rewind hold down lt lt REW Play at high speed During playback briefly press P gt 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 B gt SLOW Play frame by frame During pause press gt FF on the remote commander To resume normal playback Press E gt PLAY continued Playing searching at various speeds suoljesedo jeuonppy 37 Tip e Adjust the pictur
13. cable hookups Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks VCR Stereo receiver LINE LINE OUT IN1 AUDIO AUX IN e a 5 voeo Ol Audio video cable not supplied Audio cable not supplied E Use this hookup if your TV doesn t have stereo jacks VCR Stereo receiver LINE LINE OUT a5 i AUDIO AUX IN voeo OO Video cable not supplied Audio cable not supplied Notes e To play a tape in stereo you must use the A V connection e If you don t have a stereo receiver connect the white LINE OUT AUDIO L jack to the AUDIO IN jack on your TV 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 prac
14. 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 Step 1 Unpacking Step 2 Setting up the remote commander Step 3 Hookups Step 4 Selecting a language Step 5 Setting the clock Step 6 Presetting channels paues buipe5 27 30 33 36 37 39 40 42 Basic Operations Playing a tape Recording TV programs Recording TV programs using the timer Locking the VCR Child Lock Additional Operations Playing searching at various speeds Setting the recording duration time Checking changing canceling timer settings Recording stereo and bilingual programs 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 44 46 47 48 50 52 54 55 59 Searching using various functions Adjusting the picture tracking Changin
15. one Do not use different types of batteries continued Setting up the remote commander 7 8 Controlling other TVs with the remote commander The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non Sony TVs If your TV is listed in the following table set the appropriate manufacturer s code number 1 Set eTV 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 TV brand gode TV brand Gode TV brand code number number number Sony 01 JVC 09 RCA 04 10 Akai 04 KMC 03 Sampo 12 AOC 04 Magnavox 03 08 12 Sanyo 11 Centurion 12 Marantz 04 13 Scott 12 Coronado 03 MGA Mitsubishi 04 12 13 17 Sears 07 10 11 Curtis Mathes 12 NEC 04 12 Sharp 03 05 18 Daytron 12 Panasonic 06 19 Sylvania 08 12 Emerson 03 04 14 Philco 03 04 Teknika 03 08 14 Fisher 11 Philips 08 Toshiba 07 General Electric 06 10 Pioneer 16 Wards 03 04 12 Gold Star 03 04 17 Portland 03 Yorx 12 Hitachi 02 03 Quasar 06 18 Zenith 15 J
16. the beginning of a blank space If no End search blank space is found the VCR reaches the end and the tape will be ejected 0 01 30 SP Searching using various functions suorjesedo jeuonippy H 45 46 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 sd you press one of the two tracking buttons To resume automatic tracking adjustment eject the tape and Tracking meter reinsert it Note e The auto tracking adjustment cannot be guaranteed to work with tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs Adjusting the picture tracking Changing menu options Press MENU then select Advanced options and press OK ADVANCED OPTIONS gt Tape select T120 Auto play ON Auto repeat OFF Auto power off OFF Select Set End OK Quit MENU 2 Press to select the option to change 3 Press lt gt to change the setting then press OK 4 Press MENU to return to the original screen Menu choices Initial settings are indicated in bold print Menu option Set this option to Tape select T 120 when using a T 120 or shorter length tape T 160 when using a T 160 length tape T 180 when using
17. types B and C directly to your TV if i no UHF om you don t have a i VHF connection is cable box Cable box pareina O required i oo UHF gt 7 14 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 to AC outlet lt payieys Hua 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 go to Step 4 Selecting a language on page 17 The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels If the clock is incorrect or appears in the display window go to Using Manual Clock Set on page 21 To add or disable channels manually go to Presetting disabling channels manually on page 25 Notes e Ifyou connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed the channels may be incorrectly set If this happens go to Step 6 Presetting channels on page 23 Do not press any buttons on the VCR or remote commander during Auto preset Hookups 15 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
18. 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 channels connect the audio plugs to the AUDIO R L jacks using a VMC 910HG audio video cable not supplied 48 Editing with another VCR Operation when recording on this VCR Before you start editing I PAUSE Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel Press INPUT SELECT or CHANNEL to display L2 or L1 in the display window e Press SP EP to select the tape speed 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 Il PAUSE 3 Press REC on this VCR to set it to recording pause 4 To start editing press the I PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time To stop editing Press the li STOP buttons on both VCRs Tip e To cut out unwanted scenes while editing press Il PAUSE on this VCR when an unwanted scene begins When it ends press I PAUSE again to resume recording Editing with another VCR suoljesedo jeuonppy H 49 Additional Information General setup information Setting the RF unit When connecting the VCR to the TV using only the antenna cable you must set the CH switch on the rear of the VCR
19. 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 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 I C 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 VCR 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 http www world sony com AC68 01066A
20. Language Idioma Langue Select 44 Set gt Quit MENU Press gt to select the desired language French or Spanish 4 MENU Press MENU to exit the menu Selecting a language payiels Buine5 17 Step 5 Setting 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 21 thie OK Before you start e Turn on the VCR and the TV When using a cable box turn it on e Set the CH switch on the rear of the VCR to 3 of 4 whichever channel is not used in your area If both are used set the switch to either channel For details see page 50 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 VCR indicator in the VCR s display window 1 MENU Press MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select 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 18 Setting the clock Press tit to select AUTO then pr
21. S ONY 3 066 196 12 1 Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions For customers in the USA If you have any questions about this product you may call Sony Customer Information Services Center 1 800 222 SONY 7669 or write to Sony Customer Information Services Center 6900 29 Daniels Parkway PMB 330 Fort Myers FL 33912 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 HiFi Gaye SLV N51 2001 Sony Corporation 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 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 to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTION
22. a T 180 or longer length tape For details see page 31 Auto play e ON to start playback by pressing C gt PLAY when the VCR is turned off with the tape inserted OFF to turn off Auto play You need to press 1 and then gt PLAY to start playback when the VCR is turned off with the tape inserted suoljesedo jeuonppy Auto repeat e ON to play back a tape repeatedly The VCR rewinds a tape to the beginning and restarts playback automatically e 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 e OFF to set no specific time to turn off Changing menu options 47 Editing with another VCR How to connect to record on this VCR This VCR Recorder Other VCR Player Audio video cable not supplied oo 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 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 e You can use the LINE IN
23. ay from equipment with strong magnets such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers e Do not place heavy objects on the unit e If the 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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
24. cture 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 For details see page 47 To use the VCR after setting the timer To use the VCR before timer recording begins just press The VCR switches on The VCR will start recording at the preset time even if the VCR is still turned on and in stop mode You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording e Reset the counter page 29 e Display tape information on the TV screen page 31 e Check the timer settings page 40 e Watch another TV program page 32 Tips To set the channel you can also use the CH or number buttons Ifthe I indicator appears the timer settings overlap To check change or cancel the program setting see Checking changing canceling timer settings page 40 e Ifthe indicator appears this means that the VCR is currently recording this program suonessdo siseg i Recording TV programs using the timer 35 36 Locking the VCR Child Lock After you have set the timer you can lock all 1 0 POWER of the buttons on the VCR so that the settings are not canceled by mistake 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
25. d continued Playing a tape suonessdo s1seg i 27 28 Press gt PLAY When the tape reaches the end it will rewind automatically Additional tasks To Press Stop play E STOP Pause play H PAUSE Resume play after pause H PAUSE or E gt PLAY Fast forward the tape bP 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 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 rewinding Rewind Shut Off Press I while the tape is rewinding The power will turn off but the tape will keep rewinding until it reaches the end Playing a tape 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 00 00 To search for the counter 0 00 00 point automatically see To search for the counter 0 00 00 point on page 45 FITI ver LI LILI LI To d
26. e the Auto Clock Set function turn off the VCR continued Setting the clock 19 Notes The clock cannot be set automatically if you don t receive a channel that carries a time signal in your area If so set the clock manually see page 21 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 If you use Hookup 3 make sure you leave the cable box on 20 Setting the clock Using Manual Clock Set Before you start Turn on the VCR and the TV e Set the CH switch on the rear of the VCR to 3 of 4 whichever channel is not used in your area If both are used set the switch to either channel For details see page 50 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 VCR indicator in the VCR s display window 1 MENU Press MENU MAIN MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select Set OK Quit MENU Press 4 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 J1401 2001 MON 12 00 Select Set 44 End OK Quit MENU continued
27. e using the TRACKING buttons if Streaks appear while playing in slow motion The picture shakes during pause 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 The picture may show noise when playing at high speed in reverse 38 Playing searching at various speeds Setting the recording duration time After you have started recording you can have the VCR stop recording automatically after a specified duration 1 While recording press REC The TIMER indicator appears in the display window oo Irr ver A IFILL 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 TIMER indicator disappears and the VCR returns to normal recording mode To stop while recording Press W STOP Note e You cannot display the current tape time in the display window when setting the recording duration time Setting the recording duration time suorjesedo jeuonppy H 39 Checking changing canceling timer s
28. ess OK E gt Clock set CH AUTO Time zone AUTO Daylight Saving AUTO Select Set Q End OK Quit MENU fo g 4 Press to select the item you want Then O Po CLOCK SET press lt gt to make the setting and press OK S gt Clock set CH et e T For Clock set CH Daylight Saving g Leave the setting to AUTO to have the VCR automatically search for a channel that F i Select 44 Set carries a time signal Press lt to select a End OK 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 j Select the time zone of your area or select Clock set CH AUTO AUTO to have the VCR automatically set gt Time zone _ Pac i Daylight Saving AUTO your time zone The options are AUTO gt Atl Atlantic lt gt Select 48 Sot ie ni ul East Eastern Cen Central gt Mtn Mountain Pac Pacific lt gt Alas Alaska lt gt Haw Hawaii gt AUTO e For Daylight Saving f Select YES or NO standard time or AUTO 5 Clock set CH AUTO to have the VCR automatically set the Time zone auTO gt Daylight Saving NO daylight saving time Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU 5 MENU Press MENU to exit the menu 6 To activat
29. ettings Before you start Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel uc CLEAR SOS00 UPeees 0 e 0 0 O 0 0 MENU tpe OK 1 Press 1 to turn on the VCR 2 Press MENU then press to select Timer set check and press OK 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 40 Checking changing canceling timer settings 3 Press to select the setting you want to change or cancel gt 3508 00 9 00 9 30 SP 20 10 00 11 30 10 02 EP 6008 30 10 00 9 30 AUTO To change the setting press to flash the item you want to change and press AIF to change it ie Set 44 Quit MENU To cancel the setting press CLEAR 4 Press OK 5 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 S S gt Program 2 a Will be cut off Checking changing canceling timer settings suoljesedo jeuonippy H 41 42 Recording stereo and bilingual programs Recording stereo programs When you receive a progra
30. g menu options Editing with another VCR Additional Information General setup information Troubleshooting Specifications Index to parts and controls Index Back Cover Quick reference to using the VCR Table of contents 5 Getting Started Step 1 Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the VCR e Remote commander e Size AA R6 batteries K 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 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 TV VIDEO payieys Bua 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 Ifyou do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage Do not use a new battery with an old
31. he 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 0 00 30 SP Rem_1 38 SP Time counter Remaining tape length To check the remaining tape length of a tape set Tape select in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu correctly For details see page 47 continued Recording TV programs suonesedo siseg j 31 32 To watch another TV program while recording 1 Press TV VIDEO to turn off the VCR indicator in the display window 2 If the TV is connected to the VCR s LINE OUT jacks 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 7 a Safety tab S y Tips e 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 e The display appears on the TV screen indicating information about the tape but the information won t be recorded on the tape If you don t 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 remai
32. indicator 34 indicator 29 31 49 5 VCR indicator 32 50 3 Hi Fi indicator 42 Rear panel 6 5 1 AC power cord 9 13 15 4 RF IN FROM ANT connector 12 14 16 2 LINE OUT AUDIO R L VIDEO jacks 14 6 10 5 RF OUT TO TV connector 12 14 16 3 LINE IN 1 AUDIO R L VIDEO jacks oe 48 6 CH 3 4 switch 50 56 Index to parts and controls Remote commander 1 TY VIDEO switch 7 2 amp EJECT button 28 TV VIDEO button 8 32 4 DISPLAY button 31 5 SP Standard Play EP Extended Play button 31 6 INPUT SELECT button 32 49 REC record button 31 39 B gt SLOW button 37 9 MENU button 17 47 IE PAUSE button 17 28 E STOP button 17 28 lt lt REW rewind button 28 37 gt gt FF fast forward gt button 28 37 gt PLAY OK button 17 28 continued Index to parts and controls uonewsojuy jeuonIppy i 57 58 Index to parts and controls M VD power switch 8 34 2 COUNTER REMAIN button 31 3 AUDIO MONITOR button 42 14 CLEAR button 29 41 15 Number buttons 32 my i6 ENTER button 32 CH channel buttons 8 31 18 VOL volume
33. isplay the counter on the TV screen press DISPLAY Notes 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 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 e The counter resets to 00 00 in the display window or 0 00 00 on the TV screen whenever a tape is reinserted The counter stops counting when it comes to a portion with no recording Playing a tape suonessdo siseg i 29 Recording TV programs TV VIDEO COUNTER REMAIN DISPLAY SP EP CH 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 30 Recording TV programs record OO Press CH to select the channel or line input video source you want to SP EP Press SP EP to select the tape speed SP or EP Qo EP Extended Play provides recording time three times as long as SP Standard Play However SP produces better picture and audio quality REC Press REC to start recording O REC appears in the display window 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 t
34. k 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 Turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord Others A tape cannot be inserted Check that a tape isn t already in the tape compartment function The remote commander does not 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 TV VIDEO switch is set correctly on the screen The tracking meter does not appear 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 Rough picture initial contamination
35. m 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 When MAIN is selected the VCR records only the main sound Selecting the sound during playback During 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 Recording stereo and bilingual programs 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 Monaural sound Normal audio track Hi fi audio track main track Stereo sound left right channels Notes e To play a tape in stereo you must use the A V connections 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 suoljesedo jeuolppy H 43
36. nel 3 or 4 or to video input if you made A V connections 2 Insert a tape and press gt PLAY If there s no picture on your TV press the VCR s TV VIDEO button until the VCR 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 VCR indicator in the display window turns off 2 Set the TV to the channel you want to watch Sony Corporation Printed in China Hookup 2 To play a tape 1 If you made A V connections set the TV to video input If you didn t use A V hookup Turn on the cable box e Set the cable box to channel 3 or 4 e 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 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 VCR 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
37. ng 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 4 Important Safeguards Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions e When the power cord or plug is 4D Sm damaged or frayed K FRAYED OR TAUT A C LINE b CRACKED PLUG e If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set e If the 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 parts are required be sure the service technician
38. ning 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 length after you press DISPLAY Recording TV programs Recording TV programs using the timer You can preset up to eight programs at a time Before you start e Check that the VCR clock is set to the correct time Turn on your 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 SP EP CH INPUT SELECT suonessdo siseg i MENU tipem OK E STOP 1 MENU Press MENU then press tit to select OC Timer set check and press OK CH START STOP DATE spp gt pe Set 44 Quit MENU continued Recording TV programs using the timer 33 If necessary press 4 to select the row that is to be set Set the channel number start and stop time Se date and tape speed P 358 00M9 OO lt 2 30 PR 1 Press gt to flash each item in turn 2 Press to set each item S Select lt Set 44 End H 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 jack
39. ny kind into points or short out parts that could home consult your dealer or local power company For those sets designed to operate from battery instructions Grounding or Polarization plug a plug having one blade wider than the other or with a three wire grounding type plug a plug instructions below For the set with a polarized ac power cord This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in type ac plug This plug will only fit into a 5 in E This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug Overloading extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity electric shock Object and Liquid Entry the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage 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 aerosol cleaners Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set Installation Water and Moisture Do not use power line operated sets near
40. page 50 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 VCR indicator in the VCR s display window O 2 5 o D D Number 2 buttons ENTER CH MENU tpe OK 1 MENU Press MENU then press tit to select Tuner OC preset and press OK TUNER PRESET gt Ant Cable CABLE Auto preset Channel add erase Select 44 Set End OK Quit MENU Press tit to select Channel add erase then press OK continued Presetting channels 25 e To preset a channel Channel to be preset 1 Press the number buttons to enter the channel number then press ENTER Scar rrr 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 26 Presetting channels Basic Operations Playing a tape ie amp EJECT CLEAR DISPLAY REPLAY I PAUSE COMMERCIAL SKIP gt PLAY gt gt FF E STOP lt lt REW 1 Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel 2 Insert a tape The VCR turns on and starts playing automatically if you insert a tape with its safety tab remove
41. r T 25CLDR video head cleaning cassette If these cleaning cassettes are not available in your area x have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony dealer a S standard service fee will be charged Do not use a 2 commercially available liquid type cleaning cassette as it may damage the video heads The video heads may have to be replaced Consult your local Sony dealer for more information The 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 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 other gt equipment 3 TV reception is poor e Adjust the TV antenna fe The tape starts playing as soon as itis e The safety tab has been removed To record on this tape inserted cover the tab 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 cloc
42. s press INPUT SELECT or CH 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 Tape Speed function press to display AUTO in the SPD position For details see To use the Auto Tape Speed function on page 35 Press OK to confirm the setting To enter another setting press to select the next row and repeat step 3 5 MENU Press MENU to exit the menu 6 RTOS Press 1 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 W STOP Daily weekly recording In step 3 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 34 Recording TV programs using the timer To use the Auto Tape Speed function In step 3 above press to select AUTO 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 pi
43. so that the TV can receive the correct signal from the VCR TV VIDEO Vv POWER CHANNEL Set the CH switch on the rear of the VCR to 3 or 4 whichever channel is not used in your area If both are used set the switch to either channel 2 Press I POWER to turn on the VCR 3 Press TV VIDEO to turn on the VCR indicator in the VCR s display window 4 Press CHANNEL 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 channel 3 or 4 The channel you selected in step 4 appears on the TV screen If the channels change when you press CHANNEL you have made the correct setting Whenever you use the VCR set the TV to the channel selected in step 1 50 General setup information Attaching the external antenna connector When using a 300 ohm twin lead cable for a VHF UHF antenna use the EAC 32 antenna connector not supplied to connect the antenna to the VCR 300 ohm twin lead cable EAC 32 antenna connector not supplied 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 the EAC 66 UHF VHF band separator mixer not supplied to connect the antenna to the VCR
44. tarts 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 go to Step 4 Selecting a language on page 17 The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels If the clock is incorrect or appears in the display window go to Using Manual Clock Set on page 21 To add or disable channels manually go to Presetting disabling channels manually on page 25 Notes e Ifyou connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed the channels may be incorrectly set If this happens go to Step 6 Presetting channels on page 23 Do not press any buttons on the VCR or remote commander during Auto preset Hookups 13 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 can t do e Record scrambled channels that require a cable box VCR Rear of TV IN VHF UHF 2 oar p7 A Match the type of connector or on your TV A VHF B orC Saal For connector Connect this cable or UHF
45. temperature 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Dimensions Approx 360 x 94 x 255 mm w h d Approx 14 14 x3 34 x 10 inches including projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 2 6 kg 6 lb 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 VC POWER switch 34 _ 2 amp EJECT button 28 Remote sensor 7 4 Tape compartment 5 lt 4 REW rewind button 28 37 6 D gt PLAY button 28 gt gt FF fast forward button 28 37 8 E STOP button 28 49 9 HI PAUSE button 28 49 REC record button 31 39 49 CHANNEL TRACKING buttons 31 46 12 LINE 2 IN VIDEO AUDIO L R jacks 48 continued Index to parts and controls uonewsojuy euonIppy i 55 Display window 5 4 3 a Tape indicator 31 4 Time counter clock line channel indicator 29 31 49 2 TIMER
46. ter re or where it is exposed to direct A 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 e Antenna Lead in Wire N a gt Antenna Discharge unit is NEC Section 810 20 Electric Service Z Grounding Conductors NEC Section 810 21 Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Equipment Lightning For added protection for this set during a lightni
47. tical Q fo z 5 ec A D D Q Hookups 11 12 Hookup 1 Plug and Play Hookups Antenna hookup Make the following connections if you re using an antenna if you don t have cable TV Use this hookup if you re 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 Sepetang o A Match the type of connector on your or vF TV A B or C a e g UHF or i VHF E Use this hookup if you re using a VHF only antenna you get channels 2 13 only Rear of TV VHF UHF Peri diaerce is o A Match the type of connector on your or TV A B or C VHF era B Forconnector types r B and C no UHF or UHE connection is VHF required Deea Si mnia 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 For details see page 51 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 to AC outlet lt payieys Hua The VCR s
48. 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 e Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface 3 Important Safeguards e Never place the set in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat regis

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