Sony SLV-D261P - Dvd/vhs Combo User manual

DVD Player/
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
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VIDEO
SLV-D261P
© 2005 Sony Corporation

WARNING Welcome!
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do
not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified
personnel only,
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.
CAUTION
The use of optical instHmients with
this product will increase eye
hazard. As the lair beam used in
this DVD player is harmlul to eyes,
do not alrenlpt 1o disassemble lhe
cabinet.
Reler sm_'icing to qualified
personnel only.
USE OF ANY CONTROLS.
ADJUSTMENTS, OR
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HERElN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIAT[ON EXPOSURE.
Ax Jx
///_ This synlbol is
intended to alerl tile
user to the presencv
of uninsulaled
"dangerous vollage"
within tile producl's
enclosure that inay be
of sufficient
nlagnitude to
constitute a risk of
electric shock tit
persons.
This sylnbol is
hllended to alerl file
user to file presence
of illlportanl
operating and
maintenance
(servicing)
hlstruclions ill the
literature
accompanying the
appliance.
2 WARNING
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC
SHOCK, MATCH WlDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
For customers in the U.S.A
Owner's Record
Tile lnodel and _rial numbers are
located at tile rear of the unit.
Record the serial number in the
space provided below, Relcr to
them whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding tiffs producl,
Model No.
Serial Nit.
CAUTION
You are ca/itioned Itlilt illly
changes or modifications nol
expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority tit
operale this equiplnenL
This equipmem has been tested
and round to comply with ll_e
limits lor a Class B digital device.
pursuant to Pair 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limils are designed lo
provide reasonable protection
against harmlul interllrrence in a
residential installation. This
equipment generates, ii_s, and can
radiate radio flequency energy
and, if nol installed and used in
accordance with lhe instructkms.
may cause harmlul interlcrcncc to
radio coilnnunicalions. However.
lhere is no guaranlee lbat
inlerlcmncc will not occur in a
parlicular inslallatkm. It this
equipment does cause harmlul
interl)rence 1oradio or television
reception, which can be
detemfined by turning the
equipment oil and on. the user is
encouraged to 1W to correct the
interlcrence by one or more of tile
Iollowing measures:
Reorient or relocale the
receiving antenna.
lncreg_se the separation between
the equipment and receiver.
Connecl tile equipnlcnt into an
outlet on a circuit ditlerent fl'OlI/
that 1owhich the receiver is
connected.
Consull the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician
R_rhelp.
Thank you tor purchasing tiffs
Sony DVD Player/Video Cassette
Recorder. Belore operating lhis
player, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it tor flHure
rcJPrcnce.
General
Precautions
•Operate the ttnit only on
120 V AC. 60 Hz.
• This unit is not
discottnected from the AC
puwer source (maitts) as
long as it is connected to
the wall outlet, even if the
tntit itself has been tttrned
off.
• Unplug the unit from the
wall uutlet if you du not
intettd to use it for an
extended period uf trine.
To disconnect the cord, pull
it out by the plug, never by
the cord.
• If the unit is brought
directly from a cold to a
warm location, moisture
may cottdettse inside the
tntit and cause damage to
the video head and tape.
When you first install the
tntit, or when you move it
from a cold to a warm
location, wait for about
three hours before
uperatittg the unit.
• Do ttut install the unit ina
confined space such as a
bookshelf or similar unit.
• Du not install the unit in an
inclined position. It is
desigtted tu be operated in a
horizontal positiott ottly.
• Keep the unit and cassettes
away from equipmettt with
strong magnets, such as
microwax e ovens or large
loudspeakers.
• Do trot place heavy ubjects
on the unit.

ImportantSafety
Instructions
l Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do nut use this apparatus ((ear water.
6 Clean uuly with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
il(accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8 Do (lot install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stuves, or other
apparatus/including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized ur grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet.
consult an electrician lk_rreplacement of the
obsulete outlet.
I0 Protect the puwer cord lhum being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
I I Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufncturer.
12 Use only with the cart. stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used. use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid i(]jury lhom tip-uver.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for lung periuds of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service
personneh Servicing is required when the
apparatus has bee(( damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has bee(( spilled or ot!jects h:we f:dlen intu the
apparatus, the apparatus has bee(( exposed to
rail) or muisture, does uot operate normally, ur
has been dropped.
DVDPrecautions
On safety
• Caution The use of optical instrun]el(ts vxith
this product will increase eye hazard.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, un the
apparatus.
• Should any solid object or liquid 15dlinto the
cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked
by qualified personnel before operating it any
filrther.
On operation
• If the pla>er is brought directl> lhom a culd to a
warm locatiuu, or is placed in a very damp
roum. moisture may cuudense on the lenses
inside the player. Should this uccur, the player
may nut operate properly. In this case. remove
the disc and leave the player turned un fur abuut
half an hour umil the moisture evaporates.
• When you muve the player, take out any discs.
If you don't, the disc may be damaged.
On adjusting volume when playing
DVD
Du not turn up the volume while listening tu a
section with very low level inputs ur no audio
signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged
when a peak level section is played.
On cleaning discs
Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc.
It may cause a malfunction.
IMPORTANTNOTICE
Caution: This player is capable of hoMing a
still vide() image or on-screen display image
on your television screen indefinitely. If yuu
leave the still vide() image or on-screen display
image displayed on your TV for an extended
period of time you risk permanent damage tu
your television screen. Projection televisions
are especially susceptible to this.
Important Safety Instructions 3

Table of contents
2WARNING
2Welcome!
2General tS"ecautions
3Important Safety Instructions
3DVD Precautions
6About this manual
6This player call play the following discs
8Notes about discs
Getting Started
9 Step 1 : Unpacking
10 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
11 Step 3 : Basic hookups
18 Step 4 : Selecting a language
20 Step 5 : Setting the clock
24 Step 6 : Presetting channels
Basic Operations
28 Playing discs
33 Guide to the on-screen display
36 Locking the disc tray (Child Lock)
37 Playing a tape
40 Recording TV programs
43 Recording TV programs using the
timer
46 Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings
48 Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock)
Advanced Hookups
49 A/V Receiver hookup
51 S-Video/Component Video hookup
DVD Settings and
Adjustments
53 Audio Setup
55 Screen Setup
59 Setting the display or sound track
language
61 Parental Control (limiting playback
by children)
4Table of contents

DVD Additional Operations
64 Using the DVD's menu
66 Zooming into a scene
67 Changing the angles
68 Displaying the subtitle
69 Various play mode functions
(Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat
play)
74 Changing the sound
75 Virtual surround setting
77 Playing all MP3 audio track
82 Playing JPEG image files
86 Playing VIDEO CDs with "PBC ON/
OFF" Functions
VCR Additional Operations
88 Quick Timer Recording
89 Recording stereo and bilingual
programs
90 Searching using various functions
92 Adjusting the picture (tracking)
93 Changing menu options
95 Editing with another VCR
Additional Information
97 General setup information
100 Troubleshooting
105 Glossary
107 Specifications
108 Index to parts and controls
113 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language
114 Index
Caution
For use of the VCR
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.
For use of the DVD player
This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is protected by
U.S. patents and other intellectual property
rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology nmst be authorized by
Macrovision, and is intended for home and
other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
Table of contents 5

Aboutthis manual
• This manual mainly explains operations
usiug tile remote, but the same operations can
also be perlormed using the buttons on the
DVD-VCR having the same or similar
names.
• "DVD" may be used as a general term for DVD
VIDEOs. DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs. and DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs.
• The meaning of the icuns used in this manuN is
described beluw:
Icon Meaning
Functions :e<dlable fur DVD
VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/DVD-
Rs in videu mode ur DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs
Functions available for DVD-
RWs ill VR (Vide() Recurding)
mude
Functions available for VIDEO
CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs/CD-
RWs ill videu CD furm01 ur Super
VCD fl}rmat
Functions available for music
CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs ill music
CD flmnat
Functions available for DATA
CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-
RWs containing MP3' audio
tracks or JPEG files)
Functions available for DATA
DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs/DVD- RWs/DVD-Rs
containing MP3:- audiu tracks or
JPEG files)
Functions available for VHS
VIDEOs
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard lbrmat
defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio
data.
Thisplayercanplaythe
followingdiscs
Format of discs
DVD VIDEO VIDEO
RW R
R4,7
DVD+RW/+R
Dvr3+g DL
VIDEO CD/ (_ _o_ _ []o_
Music CD
DIGITAL AUSIO
"DVD+RW," "DVD-RW," "DVD+R," "DVD+R
DL." "DVD-R." "DVD VIDEO." and "CD" lugos
are Iradeularks.
Noteabout CDs/DVDs
The player can play {-'D-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs
recorded in the following formats:
- music CD format
vide() CD lbnnat
-MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of
li_rmat conforming to 1SO 9660':' Level 1/
Level 2, or its extcuded l\trmat. Joliet
- KODAK Picture CD format
:-A logical fi)rmat of files and fi)lders on CD-ROMs,
defined by ISO (International Organization fi)r
Standardization).
The player can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/
DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs recorded in the
fl}llowingfl}rmats:
-MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of
lbrnmt conti)rming to UDF (Universal Disk
Format).
6 About this manual

Region code
Your player has a region code printed on Ihe hack
of Ihe unit and only will play DVD VIDEO discs
(playback only) labeled with identical region codes.
This syslem is used to protect copyrighls.
DVDs labeled _-] will also play on Ihis player.
If you try to play ally other DVD VIDEO. a
message will appear on tile TV screen to indicate
that the disc is not playahle. Depending on the
DVD VIDEO. no region code indication may be
labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is
prohibited by area restrictions.
{_] Region code
Exampleof discsthat the player
cannot play
The player cannot play the R_llowiug discs:
• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than flaose
recorded in tile formats listed on the previous
page
• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD t'ormat.
• Data part of CD-Extras
• DVD Audios
• HD layer on Super Audio CDs
Also, tile player caunot play tile R)llowing discs:
• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code.
• A disc recorded in a color system other than
NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM (this player
coul\)rms to tile NTSC color system).
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart).
• A disc with paper or stickers on it.
• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape
or a sticker still left on it.
Notesabout DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs,
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rsor CD-Rs/CD-
RWs
Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs. DVD-RWs/DVD-
Rs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs cannot be played on this
player due to tire recording quality or physical
condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the
recording device and authoring sol,ware.
The disc will not play if it has not been correctly
finalized. For more inlormatiou, refer to the
operating instructions lot tire recording device.
Note that sortie playback flmctious may not
work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs. even if
they have been correctly finalized, lu this case,
view tire disc by normal playback. Also some
DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet
Write R)rmat cannot be played.
continued
This player can play the following discs 7

Noteon playback operations of
DVDsand VIDEOCDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO
CDs may be h_tentionally set by software
producers. Since this player plays DVDs and
V1DEO CDs according to tire disc contents the
software producers designed, some playback
features may not be available. Also, refi:r to the
instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO
CDs.
Music discs encodedwith
copyrightprotection technologies
This producl is designed 1()playhack discs Ihat
conl%rm Io the Compacl Disc (CD) standard.
Receully, various music discs encoded wilh
copyright protection lechnologies are marketed
by some recoM companies. Please be aware Ihal
among those discs, there are some thal do uol
conform Io the CD slandaM and may nol be
playable by this product.
Noteon DnalDiscs
This product is designed to playback discs that
conl\>rm to the Compact Disc (CD) stmMard. A
DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
mates DVD recorded material on one side with
digital audio material on the other side. Please
be aware that the audio side of a DualDisc may
not play on this product because these discs do
not conbm_l to the CD standard.
"DualDisc" is a trademark of tire Recording
lndnstry Association of America (R1AA).
Notesaboutdiscs
•To keep the disc clean, handle the disc hy ils
edge. Do nol Iouch lhe surlace.
•Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in
a car parked ill direct sunlight as the
temperature may rise considerably inside the
car.
• Afler playing, store the disc in its case.
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
Do not use solvenls such as benzine, Ihinner,
commercially available cleaners, or anti-slalic
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
8 Notes about discs

Getting Started
Step 1 : Unpacking
Check that you ha_,e received the following items with the DVD-VCR:
• Remote commander • 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type
connectors
%
• Size AA (R6) batteries
Note
• Tile supplied remote conlmander is [or the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR.
Unpacking 9

Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
Inserting the batteries
Insert two size AA (R(,) batteries by
matching the + and - on the batteries
to the diagram inside the battery
compartment.
Insert the negative (-) end first, then
push in and clown until the positive
(+) end clicks into position.
Using the remote
commander
You can use this remote conlmauder
to operate this DVD-VCR and a Sony
TV. Buttons on the remote
commander marked with an orange
dot (.) (I/(_), VOL +/-, CH +/-,
MUTING, TV/VIDEO, ENTER and TV /
the number buttons) 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.
Remote sensor
I != I' '
DVD.VIDEO ........
SELECT
VIDEO --
SELECT --
DVD Q©Q
©®®
O®OO
To operate
the DVD player
the VCR
yollr TV
Set TV /DVD.VIDEO to
DVD.VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD and point at the remote sensor at
tile DVD-VCR
DVD.VIDEO. then press SELECT VIDEO and poinl at the remote sensor
al Ihe DVD-VCR
TV and poinl al Ilie remele sensor al your TV
Notes
• With llornltll use. tile batteries sho/iM last abo/it three to six nlonths.
• If you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time. remove the batteries
to avoid possible damage from battery le&age.
• 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.
Setting up the remote commander

Step 3 : Basic hookups
Before you get started
• Be sure to disconnect the AC power cord of each component before connecting.
• Turn offthe power to all equipment.
• Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are completed. If
you connect the AC power cord bet\_re the connections are completed, you may not
be able to use the Plug and Play flmction.
• 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.
Selecting the best hookup option
There are many ways in which your DVD-VCR can be hooked up. To hook up your
DVD-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
DVD-VCR.
If your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to page 12 for audio/video (A/V) hookup.
Then follow one of the hookups below. If your TV does not have A/V inputs, go
directly to one of the hookups below.
If you have Use Refer to
Antenna only, nocable TV Hookup 1 Pages 13 and 14
(Plug and Play)
No cable box or cable box _ith only a Hookup 2 Pages 15 and 16
few scrambled channels (Plug and Play)
Cable box with many scrambled Hookup 3 Page 17
channels
Alter you have completed the connections, follow the instructions for setup.
After you have completed the setup, you are ready to use your DVD-VCR.
Procedures differ depending on the hookup you used.
Caution
Connections between the DVDWCR'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 DVD-VCR to an
antenna or make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and DVD-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. continued
Basic hookups 11

Audio/video (A/V) hookup
If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input.jacks, you will get better picture and sound if
you hook up your DVD-VCR using these connections. If your TV does not have A/V
inputs, see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups. Note that "Advanced
Hookups" (page 49) explains additional hookup methods that will optimize the
pictnre and sound for a true "hometheater" experience.
If you are not planning to use your DVD-VCR to record programs, you only need to
make 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
DVD-VCR Stereo receiver
Audio cord (not supplied)
DVD-VCR
®
AUDIO
VIDEO ®
[] Use this hookup if your TV does not have stereo jacks
Stereo receiver
TV
Video cord
(not supplied)
Audio cord (not supplied)
Notes
•To play a tape/disc in stereo, you must use tile A/V connection.
• If you do not hnxe a stereo receiver, connect the white LINE OUT/AUDIO Ljack to the
AUDIO IN.jack on your TV.
Basic hookups

Hookup 1 (Plug and Play)
Antenna hookup
Make the following connections if you are using an antenna (it" you do not have cable
TV).
[] Use this hookup if you are using:
•VHF/UHF antenna (you get channels 2-13 and channels 14 and higher)
• UHF-only antenna (you get channels 14 and higher)
• Separate VHF and UHF antennas
IDVD-VCR
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
............ _ A
or VHF
B
UHF
or
VHF
"" __ C
UHF
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
[] Use this hookup if you are using a VHF-only antenna (you get
channels 2-13 only)
DVD-VCR
to
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
........... _ A
or VHF
"=_".......... _ B
i
UHF
or
VHF C
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
For connector
types B and C, no
UHF connection is
required.
UHF
If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the DVD-VCR directly
If your antenna cable is a fhtt cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an external
antenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the IN connecton If
you have separate cables t_r VHF and UHF antennas, you should use a U/V hand
mixer (not supplied) (page 99).
continued
Basic hookups 13

Hookup 1 : DVD-VCR setup
Plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet.
The DVD-VCR automatically presets the DVD-VCR's clock and TV channels
when the DVD-VCR is plugged into the AC outlet.
toAoout,et o/ AC power cord
The DVD-VCR starts presetting the
clock and channels. __,,
OI TD
Itt_1 I I_!_
i-I.1-1 I-I
D-uu
When Auto preset is completed, the
current time appears in the display
window.
You have now completed DVD-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 DVD-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 DVD-VCR.
• Auto preset can be performed by pressing • on the unit continuously lk_r5 seconds or more
with the DVD-VCR power turned ofl.
Basic hookups

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 it"you do not have a cable box. Also use this hookup it" your cable
system scrambles only a few channels.
What you can do with this hookup
• Record any unscranlbled channel by selecting the channel on the VCR
What you cannot do
• Record scrambled channels that require a cable box
DVD-VC R
1
i?"
Connect this cable
directly to your TV if
you do not have a I_
cable box. _Cable box
IN
O Jr
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
......... []A Match the type
of connector
or on your TV: A,
VHF B, or C.
........ _ BFor connector
or UHF types B and C,
no UHF
VHF connection is
....... _C required.
L_J
UHF
continued
Basic hookups 15

Hookup 2 : DVD-VCR setup
Plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet.
Tile DVD-VCR automatically presets tile DVD-VCR's clock and TV channels
when the DVD-VCR is plugged into the AC outlet.
Ii
to AC out!_ __
AC power cord
The DVD-VCR starts presetting the
clock and channels.
When Auto preset is completed, the
current time appears in the display
window.
t1-_11 T 1-1
!_l I !_,,
I-I.1-1FI
L-I.U U
You have now completed DVD-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
•I{.youcon_ecttheACpowercordbe{`oretheantenn:'con_ecti_sm.ec_m_]eted`thech:mne]s
may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see "Step 6 : Presetting channels" on page 24.
• Do not press any buttons on the DVD-VCR or remote commander during Auto preset.
• Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the AC power cord for the Iirst time
after you purchase the DVD-VCR.
• Auto preset can be performed by pressing •on the unit continuously fl)r 5 seconds or more
with the DVD-VCR power turned off.
16 Basic hookups

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 selecting the channel on the cable box
What you cannot do
• Record with the cable box turned off
• Record one channel while watching another channel
Cable box
DVD-VC R !
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Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
........ _[] A
or VHF
UHF
or
VHF
........ _C
UHF
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
For connector
types B and C, no
UHF connection
is required.
After you have completed hookup...
After you have completed hookup, plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet and see
"Step 4 : Selecting a hmguage" on page 18.
AC power cord
Basic hookups 17

Step 4 : Selecting a language
You call change the on-screen display
language.
Before you start...
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV /
DVD.VIDEO to DVD.VIDEO on the
remote (page 10).
• Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or
"4CH" in "OPTION SETUP" menu
(page 97). If your TV is connected to the
DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the
TV to video input.
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
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ENTER
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©Press SET UP, then press tl./,1!, to se ect
(OtYFION) and press ENTER.
2
3
Press tl./4!,to select "Language", then press
ENTER.
The "LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE"
menu appears.
LANGUAG E/IDIOMA/LANGU E
Espaf_ol
Franc ais
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Press ,i./4 to select the desired language, English, Spanish or French, then
press ENTER.
18 Selecting a language

SETUP Press SET UP to exit the menu.
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Selecting a language 19

Step 5 : Setting the clock
Using the Auto Clock Set
featu re
Some TV and cable channels transmit time
signals with their broadcasts. Your DVD-
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
nmnually (page 22).
Before you start...
• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.
When using a cable box, turn it on.
• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV /
DVD.VIDEO to DVD.VIDEO on the
remote (page 10).
• Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or
"4CH" in "OPTION SETUP" menu
(page 97). If your TV is connected to the
DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the
TV to video input.
• If the DVD player is in play mode, you
cannot display the setup menu. Stop the
DVD playback.
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SET UP
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ENTER
RETURN
SETUP Press SET UP, then press tl./'!" to select
O (OPTION) and press ENTER.
2Press i,/I_, to select "Clock Set/Adjust", then
press ENTER.
The "CLOCK SET/ADJUST" menu appears.
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
20 Setting the clock