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Chapter 1
Introduction
Chapter 2
Hookups and Getting Started
Chapter 3
Preparation
Chapter 4
Basic Operations
Chapter 5
Advanced Operations
\ Chapter 6
\ Editing
Chapter 7
Additional Information
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Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
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to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product's
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and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
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INFORMATION
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions,
may cause interference to radio and television
reception. It has been type tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B computing device in
accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part
15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference ina
residential installation. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause interference
to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient the receiving antenna.
Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver
Move the equipment away from the receiver
Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that
equipment and receiver are on different branch
circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions. The user may find the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission
helpful:
“How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems”. This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402,
Stock No.004-000-00345-4,
Caution
Television programs, films, video tapes and other
materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such material may be
contrary to the provisions of copyright laws.
Also, use of this recorder with cable television
transmission may require authorization from the cable
television transmitter and/or program owner.
Owner’s Record
The model number is located at the front and
rear panel, and serial number is located on the
top. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. EV-S3000
Serial No.

Welcome !
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony EV-S3000 Video Cassette Recorder.
This video cassette recorder is the result our commitment to bring Sony customers high quality and state-of-the-art technology.
Thank you for choosing Sony.
Table of Contents
Warning
Precautions
Chapter 1 Introduction
How to Use this Manual
Unpacking
Overview
Identifying the Parts and Controls
Chapter 2. Hookups and Getting Started ..12
Hookup 1 Audio/Video (A/V) Hookup
Hookup 2 Antenna Hookup .................
Hookup 3 Simple Cable Hookup .........
Hookup 4 Alternate Cable Hookup .. i
Hookup 5 Advanced Cable Hookup ........... eee
Chapter 3 Preparation
Preparing the Remote Commander 23
Inserting Batteries ...........0.0.
Setting the Command Mode ..
Setting the Time and Date...........
Presetting the Active Channels .............::0cc0 wa
Presetting All Receivable Channels Automatically ....... 25
Presetting Desired Channels or Disabling Unwanted
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Cable TV Channel Assignment . 2
Using the SET UP MENU
Chapter 4 Basic Operations
Playback
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Recording
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DailyWeekly Recording .....
Timer Recording Standby Mode
Overlapping Timer Recordings .
Checking the Timer Settings
Changing or Cancelling the Timer Settings .................. 42
Using the VCR Before Timer Recording Starts ............ 43
Chapter5 Advanced Operations
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SHUTTLE Ring Operation.........
Picture Search (During Playback) m
Locked Picture Search .......... 45
Auto Play ........
Frame-by-Frame Picture .
Slow Motion Playback
Assigning a Desired Operation — AUTO MENU.
AUTO MENU Setting
Index Function ............
Marking Index Signals
Playing Back from the Index Point — Index Scan
Locating an Index — Index Search 0...
Erasing Index Signals
Adjusting the Picture Quality — Sharpness/
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Quick -Timer Recording ....
Cutting out the Unwanted Scenes —
SHUTTLE EDIT
Chapter6 Editing
Overview of the Editing Functions
Tape Dubbing...
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Connecting Video Equipment with the
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LANC MODE and SHUTTLE MODE Sett ..70
Synchronized Assemble Editing................. 7
Synchronized Insert Editing ............ 74
Adding Audio or Narration (Audio Dubbing)................ 77
Chapter 7 Additional information
Technical Information
General Setup Information
Setting the RF UNIT ..............
Attaching an F-type Connector «0.0.0.0...
Attaching the External Antenna Connector ...... “
Attaching the EAC66 U/V Band Separator/Mixer ......... 82
Troubleshooting
On-Screen Help Messages...
Taking Care of Your EV-S3000 ...
Specifications ......
Index
.«. Back cover

Precautions
Safety
* Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60Hz.
¢ If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have
it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
* One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the
purposes 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 dealer.
¢ 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 itself, never by the cord.
Installation
* 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 holes.
* Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators
or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight ,
excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
* 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.
* Keep the unit away from a TV. Otherwise, the playback
picture may become distorted.
* Do not place heavy objects such as a TV on the unit.
* Do not remove the side wood panels.
Operation
¢ When the unit is not in use, turn the power off to conserve
energy and to extend its life.
* Remove and store video cassettes after recording or
playback.
Cleaning
* 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.
4 Precautions
Recording and Playback
¢ This VCR uses 8mm video format cassettes.
¢ This VCR records in SP mode (approximately 1.43 cm/
second) and LP mode (approximately 0.72 cm/second).
* This VCR can play back in SP mode and LP mode .
¢ This VCR cannot record in digital multi mode, nor can this
VCR play back a tape recorded in digital multi mode on
another video deck.

How to Use This
Manual
This manual is divided into the following seven chapters:
Introduction, Hookups and Getting Started, Preparation,
Basic Operations, Advanced Operations, Editing, and
Additional Information.
Chapter 1 Introduction
This chapter describes the principal features of the
EV-S3000. “Identifying Parts and Controls” is useful to
overview the functions you can take advantage of when
operating the EV-S3000.
Chapter 2 Hookups and Getting
Started
This chapter describes how to connect the EV-S3000 to a
TV and/or an audio system. Connections for viewing
cable TV programs are also explained in this section.
Chapter 3 Preparation
This chapter describes how to prepare the Remote
Commander and how to set the date and time. Presetting
the Active Channels and Using the SETUP Menu are also
explained in this chapter.
Chapter 4 Basic Operations
This chapter provides information about the VCR’s basic
operations such as playing back a tape, recording a TV
program and timer-activated recording. If you are already
familiar with the basic operations, see the chapter
“Advanced operations”.
Chapter 5 Advanced Operations
This chapter describes various kinds of functions you can
take advantage of when operating the EV-S3000. Read
this chapter after you become familiar with the EV-S3000.
Chapter6 Editing
This chapter describes how to edit a video tape onto or
from another VCR or video camera recorder.
Chapter 7 Additional Information
This chapter includes technical information which
explains the Hi8 video system utilized in the EV-S3000
and its compatibility with existing video recorder decks.
General setup information, a troubleshooting section,
specifications, and index are also explained in this
section. If you have any problems with installing or
operating the EV-S3000, refer to the troubleshooting
section first before calling your local Sony dealer.
Unpacking
Unpack all the items and check to confirm that you have
everything listed below.
* Remote Commander RMT-V120 (1)
+ Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
¢ External antenna connector (1}
* 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors (1)
¢ Audio/video connecting cable (3 phono to 3 phono) (1)
* S VIDEO connecting cable (1)
¢ LANC © cable (1)
How to Use This Manual / Unpacking
5

Overview
High quality picture
° Hi8 video system
The Hi8 video format features 400 lines of horizontal resoiution, enabling you to obtain a high video quality even for
dubbing and audio dubbing.
High quality sound
* PCM Audio system
A digital audio sound can be recorded and erased independently of the Hi-Fi stereo sound.
¢ Hi-Fi stereo system
Hi-Fi stereo sound can be recorded on the standard track, and gives a live stereo sound atmosphere.
Functions
¢ TBC (Time Base Corrector) function
Allows a great reduction of jitter during playback.
¢ DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)
Allows a picture of good quality with noise reduced using field memory.
¢ Timer recording of six programs in a month
Recording of up to six TV programs can be preset up to one month in advance.
* Index function
The beginning of a desired scene can be located easily with the index search function.
On-screen display
* Data screen
Tape counter, tape recording speed and operation mode can be displayed on the TV screen.
* PROGRAM LIST display
. Timer recording settings can be checked, changed and cancelled by referring to the TV screen.
« ON SCREEN HELP messages
The VCR gives a message on screen with a beep tone to warn that you have attempted an incorrect operation.
Editing
EDIT SHUTTLE ring
Allows quick access to the desired scene and playback in various speeds in forward and reverse direction.
Also allows searching for a desired editing point quickly.
Control L © (LANC) jack
Allows connection with another video equipment such as a video camera recorder (camcorder), controlling tape
transportation easily. Furthermore, simultaneous control of both devices is enabled for bi-directional synchronized
editing.
CONTROL S INPUT jack
Allows remote control of this VCR by other Sony video equipment or a Sony TV with a CONTROL S OUTPUT jack.
« Input connectors on the front panel
Allows easy connection to a video camera recorder (camcorder).
Audio dubbing function
Allows adding narration or background music to a recorded picture.
6 Overview

Identifying the Parts and Controls
Front Panel
The function of each control is explained on the page indicated in parentheses ( }.
<HFRAMEHP buttons (45, 71-76)
PUSH OPEN button
; sin PLAYER button and indicator
Hi8/TBC/DNR indicator (31, 53) (71-76)
# EJECT button (30)
RECORDER button and indicator
(71-76)
Cassette compartment
Tape transport indicators
POWER ON/OFF switch and (71-76)
indicator (31)
EDIT SHUTTLE ring
(35, 44, 71-76)
SYNCHRO EDIT STANDBY
button and indicator (71-76)
Audio monitor indicators
(PCM and Hi-Fi STEREO)
SYNCHRO EDIT START/PAUSE
button and indicator (71-76)
LINE IN 2 VIDEO and AUDIO jacks
(phone type)
HEADPHONES jack (stereo mini jack)
LINE IN 2 S VIDEO connector
(5-pin DIN type}
MIC (microphone) jack
Control L jack (stereo mini-mini jack)
Identifying the Parts and Controls 7

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ONR (digital noise reduction) button (54)
COUNTER RESET button (32)
TV/VTR button (15, 17, 19, 22, 25)
CL (clear) button (84)
TAPE SPEED {SP/LP) button (35)
INPUT SELECT button
(34, 62. 65, 71, 74)
PHONE LEVEL control
AUDIO MONITOR selector
(PCM, MIX and STD) (33)
REC LEVEL control (55)
QUICK TIMER button (56)
INDEX button (50-52)
INDEX MARK button (49)
TIMER CHECK button (41, 42)
TIMER REC ON/OFF button (39, 41, 43)
INDEX ERASE button (52)
EDIT button (62, 63)
AUDIO DUB button (78)
@ REC (recording) button (35)
CHANNEL/INDEX +/- buttons (51) Tape transport buttons (31, 44-46)
(<4, REW (rewind) button, [> PLAY (playback) button, PP FF (fast-forward) button,
STOP button, If PAUSE button)
Identifying the Parts and Controls

Display Window
Each indication is explained on the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
Tape speed indicator (35) VTR indicator (15, 17, 19, 22, 25)
Current time, date, program preset time,
linear time counter
Cassette indicator (30)
Tape operation indicators (see below)
EDIT indicator (63)
AUTO menu indicator
CATV indicator (38)
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ROD
REC (recording)
indicator (35)
TIMER indicator (38)
Channel number/line input indicator (35, 38)
Peak level meter (55)
Stereo program/SAP indicator (36)
Input mode indicator (38)
INDEX, INDEX SCAN indicator (50-51)
Picture search, ean picture
. Slow playback, frame
Recording playback (reverse) search (forward)
Picture search, locked picture
| Recording pause Play pause (forward) search (reverse)
Playback, double speed
ae plarbabk: (forward) i | <u | Play pause (reverse)
Playback, double speed
|< | playback (reverse) | o> | Fast forward
Auto play (REW-PLAY)
Slow playback, frame
playback (forward)
Rear Panel
The function of each control is explained on the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
CONTROL S IN jack (mini-type) (69) LINE IN 1 S VIDEO connector (5-pin DIN type) (13, 61, 64)
LINE OUT S VIDEO connector (5-pin DIN type)
CONTROL L @ (LANC) jack (68) MONITOR OUT S VIDEO connector (5-pin DIN type)
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RF
UNIT
selector
VHF/UHF
IN/OUT
COMMAND MODE VTR1/VTR2/VTR3 selector (23) (15, 17, 19, 21, 80) connectors (F-type)
(14, 16, 18, 20, 81)
LINE IN 1 VIDEO and AUDIO jacks
(phono type) (13, 61, 64) MONITOR OUT VIDEO and AUDIO jacks (phono type)
(13, 63)
LINE OUT VIDEO and AUDIO jacks (phono type) (13, 63)
Identifying the Parts and Controls 9

Remote Commander (Cover Closed)
The function of each control is explained on the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
TIMER REC CHECK button (41, 42)
TIMER REC CLEAR button (43)
TIMER REC (ON/OFF) button
(39, 41, 43)
DATA SCREEN button (32)
COUNTER RESET button (32)
BEPAUSE button
(31, 35)
SHUTTLE ring
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TV/VTR button
(15, 17, 19, 22, 25)
POWER button (43)
LCD (liquid-crystal display) panel
(See next page)
TV operation buttons
Can be used to control Sony TV sets
bearing the Eq mark.
TV POWER button
TV/VIDEO button
Press to switch to a VCR
connected to the video/audio inputs
of the TV set.
(This function is available only with
certain TV models.)
CHANNEL +/- buttons
Press to select the TV channel.
VOL (volume) +/- buttons
Press to control the TV volume.
@ REC buttons (35)
(Press the two buttons simultaneously)
CHANNEL +/- buttons (35)
INDEX button (51)
Tape transport buttons (31, 44-46)
SEARCH (reverse/forward),
@) REW (rewind),
» PLAY (playback),
@) FF (fast-forward),
m STOP