Sony SLV-N750 VHS/S
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1. Index to parts and controls 1 TV VIDEO switch 8 N o ES a o N 0 o y S _ 4 EJECT button 29 TV VIDEO button 9 33 CLEAR button 30 42 DISPLAY button 32 SP Standard Play EP Extended Play button 32 INPUT SELECT button 33 50 REC record button 32 40 B gt SLOW button 38 MENU button 18 34 41 47 14 II PAUSE button 18 29 E STOP button 18 29 lt lt REW rewind button 29 38 gt gt FF fast forward gt button 29 38 E gt PLAY OK button 19 29 The E gt PLAY button has a tactile dot 12 vd on standby power switch 9 35 13 COUNTER REMAIN button 32 14 AUDIO MONITOR button 43 15 Number buttons 33 16 ENTER button 33 17 CH channel buttons 9 32 18 VOL volume buttons 9 19 SEARCH button 44 20 REPLAY button 29 21 x2 button 38 22 COMMERCIAL SKIP button 29 The AUDIO MONITOR number 5 and CH buttons have a tactile dot uopeunoju jeuomppy 1 Index to parts and controls 59 Index A Adjusting picture 46 tracking 46 Advanced option 47 Antenna hookup 13 Audio track 43 Audio video A V hookup 12 Auto Clock Set 19 Auto Tape Speed 36 C C2. VW on standby POWER switch 35 2 Remote sensor 8 3 Tape compartment 4 amp EJECT button 29 5 gt PLAY button 29 gt FF fast forward lt 4 lt 4 REW rewind 29 39 Playback Dial 29 39 6 E STOP button 29 50 8 7 IE PAUSE button 29 50 32 46 49 8 REC record button 32 40 50 9 CHANNEL TRACKING buttons 10 LINE 2 IN VIDEO AUDIO L R jacks The C gt PLAY and CHANNEL buttons have a tactile dot continued Index to parts and controls UONEWIOFU EUOIUPPY 1 55 Display window 5 1 Tape indicator 32 Time counter clock line channel indicator 30 32 50 2 TIMER indicator 35 oj VCR indicator 33 3 Hi Fi indicator 43 56 Index to parts and controls Rear panel N SLV N750 SLV N650 5 AC power cord 11 14 16 4 RF IN FROM ANT connector 13 15 17 LINE OUT AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO o jacks 12 5 RF OUT TO TV connector 13 15 17 LINE IN 1 AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO ca jacks 49 continued Index to parts and controls UONEWOFU EUOHUPPY 1 57 58 Remote commander
3. 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 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 t4 to move the cursor to Tuner preset then press OK TUNER PRESET gt Ant Cable CABLE Auto preset Channel add erase Select Set End OK Quit MENU 24 Presetting channels Press t4 to move the cursor P to Ant Cable e To preset cable TV channels Press lt gt to select CABLE gt Ant Cable CABLE Auto preset Channel add erase paues Huma Select 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 44 Set End OK Quit MENU Press t4 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 continued Presetting channels 25 Presetting disabling channels manually Before you start Turn on the VCR and the TV When using a cable box turn
4. recording begins Use these signals as references to find a specific recording 1 Insert an indexed tape into the VCR 2 Press SEARCH Press gt to scan ahead or to scan backwards The VCR searches and then plays back for about five seconds 4 Press gt PLAY to view that program Scan and play Press or Goto 0 00 00 Press End search Press 0 01 30 SP a Scan and play 0 01 30 SP If you do not press E gt PLAY the VCR automatically searches for the next index mark or until it reaches the end of the tape 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 blank space is End search found the VCR reaches the end and the tape will stop 0 01 30 SP Note e Once in recording mode if the VCR is put in pause and then rele
5. AUTO MANUAL Select Set OK Quit MENU Press t4 to select MANUAL then press OK CLOCK SET DATE YEAR TIME 1401 2004 THU 12 00 v Select 4 Set 44 End OK Quit MENU Setting the clock Press t4 to set the month DATE YEAR TIME s9001 2004 WED 12 00 Select lt gt Set 44 End OK Quit MENU Press to flash the day and press 4 to set the day paes buije5 DATE YEAR TIME 9428 2004 TUE 12 00 A Select lt 4 Set 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 Setting the clock 23 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 page 26 MENU tipem Presetting all receivable OK channels automatically 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 47 If both are used set the VCR Output CH
6. 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 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 47 To use the VCR after setting the timer To use the VCR before a timer recording begins just press I The TIMER indicator disappears from the display window and the VCR switches on Remember to press 1 0 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 30 e Display tape information on the TV screen page 32 e Check the timer settings page 41 e Watch another TV program page 33 Note e Instep 7 make sure a tape is inserted before turning off the VCR The TIMER indicator appears in the display window even if no tape is inserted Tips To set the channel you can also use the number buttons Ifthe indicator appears the timer settings overlap To check change or cancel the program setting see Checking changing canceling timer settings on page 41 Setting the timer Locking the VCR Child Lock After you have set the timer you can lock all i of the buttons on the VCR so
7. 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 e Normal picture e Rough picture initial contamination e Unclear picture e No picture or black amp white screen appears terminal Troubleshooting UONEUWOFU EUOIPPY i 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 inches s EP 11 12 mm s 46 inches s LP 16 67 mm s 6 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 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 OU
8. electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT WARNING dangerous voltage within the product s and maintenance servicing instructions Precautions S afety Operate the unit only on 120 V AC 60 Hz 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 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 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 Do not install the unit in a confined space such as a book or similar unit Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup Do not place the unit on surfaces rugs blankets etc or near materials curtains draperies that may block the ventilation slots Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts
9. or in a place subject to direct sunlight excessive dust mechanical vibration or shock Do not install the unit in an inclined position It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers Do not place heavy objects on the unit 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
10. that the settings 1 O POWER 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 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 suoeiado o1seg 37 Additional Operations Playing searching at various speeds x2 p gt SLOW gt PLAY gt gt FF lt lt REW TRACKING Playback Dial Playback options To Do this View the picture during fast During fast forward hold down gt FF During rewind hold down forward or rewind 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 P FF or lt lt REW When you release the button normal playback resumes Play at twice
11. window outlet for more than one minute Reset the clock and 8 timer The playback picture does not appear e 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 a Sony video head cleaning cassette If a Sony cleaning cassette i is not available in your area have the heads cleaned at pa your nearest Sony dealer a standard service fee will be S charged Do not use a commercially available liquid Ey type cleaning cassette as it may damage the video heads a 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 Ifyou made A V connections check the audio cable connection A TV program does not appear on 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 3 TV reception is poor e Adjust the TV antenna e 8 The tape starts playing as so
12. H AUTO Time zone AUTO gt Daylight Saving NO Select Set End OK Quit MENU 5 MENU Q Press MENU to exit the menu 6 To activate the Auto Clock Set function turn off the VCR Setting the clock 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 the clock manually page 22 e 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 22 If you made Hookup 3 make sure you leave the cable box on e fel z 5 Q e D o Q continued Setting the clock 21 22 Using Manual Clock Set 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 47 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 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 Clock set then press OK CLOCK SET gt
13. S O N Y 3 089 903 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 HiFi 4 SLV N750 SLV N650 2004 Sony Corporation 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture To prevent fire or shock hazard do not place objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus 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 enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
14. T 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 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 SLV N750 Approx 430 x 96 x 262 mm Approx 17x 3 x 10 inches SLV N650 Approx 360 x 95 x 260 mm Approx 14 4 x3 34 x 10 inches Mass SLV N750 Approx 2 8 kg Approx 6 Ib 3 oz SLV N650 Approx 2 6 kg Approx 5 Ib 12 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 SLV N750 1 2
15. V to your stereo system If your TV does not have A V inputs see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups 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 AUX IN Q0 k 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 AUX IN Q0 C 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 do not have a stereo receiver connect the white LINE OUT AUDIO L jack to the AUDIO IN jack on your TV Hookups Hookup 1 Plug and Play Antenna hookup Make the following connections if you are using an antenna if you do not have cable TV A D Use this hookup if you are using VHF UHF antenna you get channels 2 13 and channels 14 and higher Q UHF only antenna you get channels 14 and higher 2 e Separate VHF and UHF antennas z Q Rear of TV VHF UHF aoe e eee o A Match the type of connector on your or VHF TV A B or C B
16. VCR automatically presets the VCR s clock and TV channels when the VCR is plugged into the AC outlet AC power cord 000 to AC outlet 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 18 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 22 To add or disable channels manually see Presetting disabling channels manually on page 26 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 24 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 W STOP on the VCR continuously for 5 seconds or more with the VCR power turned off 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 Record any channel by
17. a to the VCR 300 ohm twin lead cable 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 300 ohm twin antenna use a UHF VHF band separator lead cable mixer not supplied to connect the antenna HEME to the VCR ht 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 UONEWIOFU EUOIPPY 1 51 Troubleshooting If you have any questions or problems not covered below please consult your nearest Sony dealer Symptom The VO on standby switch does not function Remedy Connect the AC power cord securely Make sure the VCR is not locked To unlock hold down 5 i on standby POWER on the VCR until LOC 2 disappears a 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 pa f appears in the display
18. able hookup 11 Child Lock 37 Cleaning the video heads 52 Clock setting 19 Commercial Skip 29 Connecting Cable TV 17 external antenna connector 51 UHF VHF band mixer 51 Counter 30 D Disabling channels 26 Dubbing see Editing E Editing 49 EP mode 32 H Hi fi audio track 43 Index L Language selecting 18 Locking the VCR 37 LP mode 33 Monaural 43 Monitoring audio during playback 43 N Normal audio track 43 P Picture adjustment 46 Playback 28 at various speeds 38 frame by frame 38 selecting the sound 43 skip 29 slow motion 38 Presetting channels 24 Q Quick Timer Recording 40 R Recording 31 bilingual programs 43 SAP broadcasts 43 saving 33 stereo broadcasts 43 timer setting 34 while watching another program 33 RF channel 48 S Safety tab 33 SAP Second Audio Program 43 Searching at various speeds 38 for a blank portion 45 for the counter 0 point 45 Scan and Play 44 SP mode 32 Stereo 43 T Timer setting 34 canceling 41 changing 41 checking 41 daily weekly recording 36 Tracking adjustment see Adjusting Tuner presetting 24 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 TV press the VCR s TV VIDEO button until the VCR indicator appears in the display window To record a program 1 P
19. ape 7 Press 1 0 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 sony net AC68 02106A
20. art and stop time date and tape speed CH START STOP DATE sep 1 Press gt to flash each item in turn 2 Press to set each item 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 4 4 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 36 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 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 continued suoleiado oiseg J Setting the timer 35 36 Daily weekly recording In step 4 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
21. ased 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 suonesado jeuonippy j Searching using various functions 45 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 you TRACKING E press one of the two tracking buttons To resume automatic tracking adjustment eject the tape and reinsert 1t Tracking meter Note The auto tracking adjustment cannot be guaranteed to work with tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs 46 Adjusting the picture tracking Changing menu options 1 Press MENU Press ay to move the cursor P to Advanced options then press OK Tape select T120 Auto play ON Auto repeat Auto power off Power save VCR Output CH Select Set End OK Quit 3 Press t4 to move the cursor P to the option to change 4 Press gt to change the setting 5 Press MENU to exit the menu Menu choices Initial settings are indicated in bold print Menu option Tape select Set this option to 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 lo
22. cording 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 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 Remaining tape length To check the remaining tape length of a tape set Tape select in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu correctly page 47 32 Recording TV programs To watch another TV program while recording 1 Press TV VIDEO to turn off the VCR 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 Safety tab 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 info
23. diately 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 continued Playing a tape 29 30 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 or 0 00 To search for the counter 0 00 00 point automatically see To search for the counter 0 00 00 point on page 45 PII ver LLLI To display the counter on the TV screen press DISPLAY Notes 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 00 00 or 0 00 in the display window or 0 00 00 on the TV screen whenever a tape is reinserted The c
24. e 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 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 suonesado jeuonippy j 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 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 43 44 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
25. e channel whichever channel is not used in your area If both are used set the VCR Output CH to either channel 2 Press I 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 48 Changing menu options Editing with another VCR How to connect to record on this VCR This VCR Recorder e Oeo LINE 2 IN Audio video cable not supplied mN Signal flow Notes e Make sure you connect the plugs to jacks of the same color e If the 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 1 jacks for editing If the other VCR is a monaural type the sound is recorded onl
26. els 27 28 Basic Operations Playing a tape Vd 4 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 Playing a tape Press gt PLAY The display window shows the playback time and playback direction When the tape reaches the end it will rewind automatically Hour Minute Additional tasks To Do this Stop play Press W STOP Pause play Press Hl PAUSE Resume play after pause Press I PAUSE or C gt PLAY Fast forward the tape Press gt gt FF during stop Rewind the tape Press lt lt REW during stop Eject the tape Press amp EJECT Using Playback Dial on the VCR With Playback Dial you can operate the following playback options suoeiado o1seg f To Do this Resume play after pause Press gt PLAY Fast forward the tape Quickly turn and release Playback Dial to the right gt gt FF during stop Rewind the tape Quickly turn and release Playback Dial to the left lt lt REW during stop Note Do not turn Playback Dial forcibly It may damage Playback Dial To play a recently watched scene You can imme
27. et Quit MENU continued Setting the clock 19 20 Press t4 to select AUTO then press OK CLOCK SET AUTO AUTO AUTO gt Clock set CH Time zone Daylight Saving Select 4 Set lt gt End OK Quit MENU Press tit to select the item you want Then press gt to make the setting and press OK e For Clock set CH Leave the setting to AUTO to have the VCR automatically search for a channel that carries a time signal Press lt to select a 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 AUTO to have the VCR automatically set your time zone The options are AUTO lt gt Atl Atlantic gt East Eastern gt Cen Central lt gt Mtn Mountain lt gt Pac Pacific gt Alas Alaska lt gt Haw Hawaii AUTO e For Daylight Saving Select YES or NO standard time or AUTO to have the VCR automatically set the daylight saving time CLOCK SET 123 AUTO AUTO gt Clock set CH Time zone Daylight Saving Select 4 Set End OK Quit MENU CLOCK SET Clock set CH AUTO gt Time zone Pac Daylight Saving AUTO Select 4 Set lt 4 End OK Quit MENU CLOCK SET Clock set C
28. hazards Cleaning Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing paat 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 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 Am A unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The set may SISIK 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 VA 3125A 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 Ne
29. he 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 44 46 47 49 51 52 54 55 60 Searching using various functions Adjusting the picture tracking Changing menu options Editing with another VCR Additional Information Antenna information Troubleshooting Specifications Index to parts and controls Index Back Cover Quick reference to using the VCR Getting Started Step 1 Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the VCR e Remote commander 2 oO fae gt e w 2 a e Size AA R6 batteries r e 75 ohm coaxial cable with F type connectors Note The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this VCR Check your model name The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models SLV N750 and SLV N650 Check your model name by looking at the rear panel of your VCR SLV N750 is the model used for illustration purposes Unpacking 7 8 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 c
30. his 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 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 cs grounding type power outlet a D 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 Important Safeguards Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause
31. i UHF or VHF p Ei E Use this hookup if you are using a VHF only antenna you get channels 2 13 only Rearof TV VHF UHF Jeotiocende o A Match the type of connector on your or TV A B or C VHF a s de B Forconnector types i B and C no UHF or UHF connection is VHF required AEE 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 51 Hookups 13 14 Hookup 1 VCR setup Hookups 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 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 18 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 22 To add or disable channels manually see Presetting di
32. ial forcibly It may damage Playback Dial suonesedo jeuonippy Playing searching at various speeds 39 40 Quick Timer Recording After you have started recording you can have the VCR stop recording automatically after a specified duration REC 1 While recording press REC The TIMER indicator appears in the display window 2 Press REC repeatedly to set the duration time Each press advances the time in increments of 30 minutes 0 30 gt 1 00 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 Quick Timer Recording Checking changing canceling timer settings Before you start Turn on the TV and set it to the video channel VW CLEAR MENU them 1 Press IC to turn on the VCR 2 Press MENU continued Checking changing canceling timer settings suonesado jeuonippy j 41 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 t
33. it on e Set the VCR Output CH to 3CH or 4CH in ADVANCED OPTIONS menu page 47 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 VCR indicator in the VCR s display window Number buttons ENTER CH MENU tipem OK 1 menu Press MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select 4 Set OK Quit MENU Press t4 to move the cursor to Tuner preset then press OK gt Ant Cable CABLE Auto preset Channel add erase Select 4 Set End OK Quit MENU 26 Presetting channels Press to move the cursor gt to Channel add erase then press OK i To preset a channel 1 Press the number buttons to enter the channel number then press ENTER 2 Press then press OK or MENU CH e To disable a channel X 1 Press CH to select the channel number 2 Press lt then press OK or MENU Channel to be preset CHANNEL ADD ERASE Select channel Q e mr D o Q and press gt to ADD press to ERASE End OK Quit MENU Channel to be disabled CHANNEL ADD ERASE Select channel and press gt to ADD press to ERASE End OK Quit MENU Presetting chann
34. l 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 If your TV does not match any of the examples provided see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician 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 Hookups 11 12 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 T
35. ma Langue MAIN MENU Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Advanced options gt 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 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 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 22 Before you start e 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 47 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 VCR indicator in the VCR s display window a e 2 Q o o MENU 2 tpm 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 set then press OK Press t4 to move the cursor to Clock CLOCK SET gt AUTO MANUAL Select S
36. nger length tape For details see page 32 Auto play ON to start playback automatically when you insert a tape with its safety tab removed OFF to turn off Auto play You need to press 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 3CH when using channel 3 to receive the VCR signal 4CH when using channel 4 to receive the VCR signal For details see page 48 continued suonesedo jeuonippy j Changing menu options 47 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 TV can receive the correct signal from the VCR Vd TV VIDEO CHANNEL 1 Set the VCR Output CH to 3CH or 4CH see page 47 to set th
37. o 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 t4 to move the cursor P to the setting you eaa aen gt 3508 00 9 00 9 30 SP want to change or cancel 20 10 00 11 30 10 02 EP 6008 30 10 00 9 30 AWO To change the setting press lt gt to flash the Baas Ve teeY aoe item you want to change and press A F to change it tt Quit MENU e To cancel the setting press CLEAR 5 Press OK to confirm the setting 6 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 gt Program 2 i Will be cut off 42 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 th
38. ommander 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 If the TV does not have the symbol near the remote sensor this remote commander will not operate the TV IV VIDEO 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 Setting up the remote commander Notes Controlling other TVs with the remote commander The remote commander is preprogramed to control non Sony TVs If your TV is 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 Do not use a new battery with an old one Do not use different types of batteries Do not leave the remote commander in an extremely hot or humid place Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing particularly when replacing the batteries Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from the sun or lighting apparatus Doing so may cause a malfunction G Ss Q e4 D Q listed in the following table set the appropriate manufacturer s code number 1 Set T V VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to TV Hold down I and enter your TV s code number using
39. on 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 REC Check that the safety tab has not been removed Nothing happens when you press REC Make sure the tape is not at its end 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 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 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
40. ounter 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 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 47 This VCR can also play S VHS tapes The VCR will automatically identify the type of tape inserted in the VCR either VHS or S VHS When S VHS tapes are played in the VCR the enhanced 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 VCR will not record in S VHS mode on an S VHS tape Playing a tape Recording TV programs TV VIDEO COUNTER REMAIN DISPLAY ENTER SP EP CH INPUT SELECT REC suoeiad o1seg H 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 31 3 CH Press CH to select the channel or line input video source you want to record 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 re
41. ress 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 C 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 did not use A V hookup Turn on the cable box 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 Insert a tape and press PLAY To record a program 1 ko Press MENU and select Timer set check Set the channel time date and tape speed Press OK Insert a tape Press 1 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 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 C 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 t
42. rmation will not be recorded on the tape e If you 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 e 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 length after you press DISPLAY suoleiado oiseg H Recording TV programs 33 Setting the timer You can preset up to eight programs at one time 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 VW CH INPUT SELECT MENU tipem OK m STOP 1 MENU Press MENU O MAIN MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select Set OK Quit MENU 34 Setting the timer Press t4 to move the cursor P to Timer set check then press OK a ee ee Select Set 144 End Quit MENU If necessary press t4 to move the cursor to the row that is to be set INPUT SELECT C4 Set the channel number st
43. rvice 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 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 ALL SETS RECEIVE OUR oK SAFETY CHECK Important Safeguards 6 Table of contents 11 18 19 24 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 28 31 34 37 38 40 41 43 Basic Operations Playing a tape Recording TV programs Setting the timer Locking the VCR Child Lock Additional Operations Playing searching at various speeds Quick Timer Recording 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 t
44. sabling channels manually on page 26 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 24 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 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 Q fel 5 Co oy D 2 What you cannot do Record scrambled channels that require a cable box VCR Rear of TV r g VHF UHF our aeaeres po A Match the type i of connector or on your TV A VHF B or C beweeeee B i For connector Connect this cable i or UHF types B and C directly to your TV if no UHF you do not have a i VHF connection is cable box Cable box pasnneg 2 required Hookups 15 16 Hookup 2 VCR setup Hookups Plug the VCR into the AC outlet The
45. selecting the channel on the cable box Q fel 5 Co w mr D 2 What you cannot do Record with the cable box turned off Record one channel while watching another channel Cable box Rear of TV VHF UHF EE ES ho A Match the type of connector on your or TV A B or C ie ate med B For connector types B and C no UHF connection or UHF is required i VHF VCR ES BO c g UHF OUT 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 18 AC power cord to AC outlet lt Hookups 17 18 Step 4 Selecting a language Be o gt oJo O You can change the on screen display language 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 47 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 VCR indicator in the VCR s display window MENU tt 1 MENU Press MENU MAIN MENU gt Timer set check Clock set Tuner preset Advanced options Language Idioma Langue Select 4 Set OK Quit MENU Press tit to move the cursor P to Language Idio
46. 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 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 WARNING 3 4 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 go aa 2 a 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 T
47. 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 To resume normal playback Press gt PLAY 38 Playing searching at various speeds Using Playback Dial on the VCR With Playback Dial you can operate the following playback options To View the picture during fast forward or rewind Do this During fast forward turn and hold Playback Dial to the right gt FF During rewind turn and hold Playback Dial to the left lt lt REW Play at high speed During playback quickly turn and release Playback Dial to the right gt P FF or left lt 4 REW The tape continues to play at high speed e During playback turn and hold Playback Dial to the right gt FF or left lt REW When you release Playback Dial normal playback resumes Tips e Adjust the picture using the TRACKING buttons if Streaks appear while playing in slow motion The picture shakes during pause e The VCR turns on and starts playback automatically by pressing gt gt PLAY on the VCR with the VCR power turned off Notes The sound is muted during these operations 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 Do not turn Playback D
48. the number buttons Then release I C 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 continued Setting up the remote commander 9 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 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 Hitachi 02 03 Scott 12 J C Penney 04 12 Sears 07 10 11 JVC 09 Sharp 03 05 18 KMC 03 Sylvania 08 12 LG Gold Star 03 04 17 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 Notes Ifyou enter a new code number the code number previously entered will be erased 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 n
49. tion 810 20 Z Grounding Conductors NEC Section 810 21 Electric Service Equipment 2 Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Lightning 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 Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions aD FRAYED OR TAUT A C LINE p CRACKED PLUG When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed e If liquid has been spilled or lt objects have fallen into the set s Ifthe set has been exposed to rain or water Ifthe 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 se
50. umber 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 10 Setting up the remote commander Step 3 Hookups Selecting the best hookup option e There are many ways in which your VCR can be hooked up To hook up your VCR 2 so that it works best for you first scan through the table below Then use the 5 accompanying diagrams and procedures on the following pages to set up your VCR F If your TV has audio video inputs refer to page 12 for audio video A V hookup a Then follow one of the hookups below If your TV does not have A V inputs 3 perform directly one of the hookups below If you have Use Refer to Antenna only no cable TV Hookup 1 Pages 13 and 14 Plug and Play No cable box or cable box with only a Hookup 2 Pages 15 and 16 few scrambled channels Plug and Play Cable box with many scrambled Hookup 3 Page 17 channels 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 Do not connect the AC power cords until al
51. ver block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed sofa rug or other similar N surface T 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 eee over a radiator or heat register or where it is exposed to direct we 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 Sec
52. y 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 an audio video cable not supplied continued Editing with another VCR suonesado jeuonippy j 49 50 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 H 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 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 Hi 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 Il 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 VHF UHF antenna use an antenna connector not supplied to connect the antenn
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