Sony SLV-380 User manual

SLV-340/380/440/441
RMT-V154iV 154A
SERVICEMANUAL US Model
SL V-340/440/441
Canadian Model
SL V-340/380
Refer to the SERVICE MANUAL of VHS MECHANICAL
ADJUSTMENTS IV for MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS.
(9-973-623-11 ) Photo: SLV-440 IHMECHANISM I
System
Format VHS NTSC standard
Video recording system
Rotary two-head helical scanning
FM system
Video signal
N'IV'-'-'-'-'-'-'-'-_Ccolor, EIA standards
Tape speed
SP: 33.35 mm/s (1 3/8 inches/s)
EP: 11.11 mm/s (7/16 inches/s)
LP: 16.67 mm/s (11/16 inches/s),
playback only
Maximum recording/playback time
8 hrs. in EP mode (with
T-160 tape)
Fast-forward and rewind time
Approx. 3 min (with T-120 tape)
Tuner section
Channel coverage
VHF 2 to 13
UHF 14 to 69
CATV A-8 to A-l, A to W, W+I to
W+84
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SPECIFICATIONS
RF output channel
VHF channel 3 or 4
Antenna
75-ohm antenna terminal for
VHF/UHF
Inputs and outputs
LINE INVIDEO IN, phone jack (1)
Input signal: l Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO IN, phone jack (1)
Input level: -7.5 dBs (0 dBs =
0.775 Vrms)
Input impedance: more than
47 kilohms
LINE OUT
VIDEO OUT, phone jack (1)
Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO OUT, phone jack (1)
Standard output: -7.5 dBs
Load impedance: 47 kilohms
Output impedance: less than 10
kilohms
CABLE BOX CONTROL
(CONTROL S OUT) (SLV-4401441)
Mini jack (1)
Timer section
Clock
Quartz locked
Timer indication
12-hour cycle
Timer setting
Only for recording 8 programs in
one month at max.
Power back-up
Built-in self-charging capacitor
Back-up duration: up to three
hours at one time
General
Power requirements
120 VAC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
19W(max.)
Operating temperature
5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
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VIDEOCASSETTERECORDER
SONY

Index to parts and
controls
Refer to the pages indicated in () for details.
Front panel
2 T
Display window
Rearpanel
48 IAdditional Information
[] POWER switch/indicator
[] Tape compartment
[] _ REW (rewind) button (40)
[] _ PLAY button (40)
[] _ FF (fast-forward) button
[] • STOP button (43)
[] ii PAUSE button (43)
[] • REC (recording) button (43)
[] CHANNEL +/- buttons (44)
[] Remote sensor (5)
[] --_ESECT button
[] Tape indicator
[] AUTO TRACKING indicator (41)
[] Tape operation indicators
[] VTR indicator (32)
[] TIMER indicator (34)
[] REC (recording) indicator
[] Line/channel indicator (30)
[] Time counter/clock (19, 29)
[] Tape speed indicators (30)
[] AC IN connector
[] CABLE BOX CONTROL (CTRL S OUT)
jack
[_ LINE IN AUDIO/VIDEO jacks (42)
[] LINE OUT AUDIO/VIDEO jacks (7, 42)
[] RF UNIT switch (44)
[] VHF/UHF connectors (8, 10, 12, 14, 16)
Remote commander [] --_EJECT button (28)
[] TV/VTR button (32)
[] TIMER CLEAR button (36, 38)
[] QUICK TIMER button (31)
[] COUNTER RESET button
(29)
[] TRACKING buttons (41)
V/A NORMAL SLOW
(STILL ADJUST) buttons
AUTO/MANUAL button
[] VCR Plus+ buttons (26, 36)
VCR Plus+ button
ONCE button
DAILY button
WEEKLY button
[] I_- SLOW buttons (;10)
[] "_lfl/[ll_- FRAME buttons (40)
[] _/_ SEARCH buttons (40)
[] SKIP button (40)
[] DISPLAY button (29)
[] _ REW (rewind) button
(40)
[_3/_Zi_remote
control switch (5)
[] POWER switch
[] Menu operation buttons
MENU button
CURSOR buttons
(_/q_/<_l/B>)
EXECUTE button
[] Channel number buttons and
ENTER button
[] CH (channel) button (30)
[] VOL (volume) button
[] x2 (double speed) button (40)
[] TAPE SPEED button (30)
[] INPUT SELECT button (43)
[] I1 PAUSE button (28)
[] • REC (recording) button
(30)
[] _" FF (fast-forward) button
(40)
[] > PLAY button (28, 40)
[] • STOP button (28)
Additional Information 49
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Welcome!
Step 1: Unpacking
Thank you for purchasing the Sony Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
Here are some of the features you'll enjoy with your VCR
• VCR Plus+* system that lets you quickly and easily preset the VCR to
record programs
•Cable box control that allows your VCR to control channel selection
on mnst brands of cable boxes
•ON SCREEN HELP messages that warn you of having attempted an
incorrect operation.
*VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corp. VCR Plus+
system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
Check that you have the following items:
•Remote commander
•Size AA (R6) batteries
• Cable Mouse (cable box
controller)
•75-ohm coaxial (able
with F-type connectors
•AC power cord
(SL V-4401441)
Step 2: Setting up the
remote commander
Notes
• With normal use, the
batteries shouJdlast for
al_ima_ly th_ to six
motlth_
•It you do not u_ the vemote
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 o_e.
•Do not use diffevent types of
batteries.
Inserting the batteries
Insert two s_e _ (R6) battenes by matching the + and - on the
batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment.
Using the remote commander
You can use this remote commander to operate this VCR and a Sony
TV. Buttons on the remote commander marked with a dot (o) can be
used to operate your "IV.
Remote sensor
To operate
the VCR
a Sony
s.tr_-1,[-_-1_
and point at the remote sensor on the VCR
[] and point at theremotesensor on the "IV
4IGettingStarted Getting Started [ 5

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Step 3: Hookups
Caution
Connections between the
VCR's VHF/UI_ connector
and the antel_ terminals of
the TV receiver should be
made only as shown in the
following i_structions. Failure
to do so may result in
operation that violates the
regulations of the Federal
Communications Commission
regardingtheuse and
operationofRF devices.Never
connect the output of the VCR
to an antenna or make
simultaneous (parallel)
antenna and VCR connections
at the antenna ternunals of
your receiver.
Note to CATV system
installer
This remander is provided to
call the CA'IV system
instaUer's attention to Article
820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular,
speafies thatthecable ground
shall be conne(:ted to the
grounding system of the
building, as close to the point
of cable entry as practical
Selecting the best hookup option
Before you can use your VCR for the first time, you need to connect it to
your TV and set it up to receive programs for viewing and recording.
This section explains how to hook up and set up your VCR so that you
can start enjoying it right away. There are, however, many types of TVs
available and many ways in which your TV can be hooked up. For these
reasons, this manual describes several ways your VCR can be
connected.
To hook up your VCR so that it works best for you, first scan through
the table below. Then use the accompanying diagrams and procedures
on the following pages to set up your VCR.
If you have Use Refer to
TV that has audio/video inputS Audio/video (A/V) hookup, Page 7
then follow one of the hookups
below.
Cable TV with cable box Hookup 1 Page 8
Cable "['Vwithout cable box Hookup 2Page 10
Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 3 Page 12
After you've completed the connections, follow the instructions for
setup including VCR Plus+ setup. During setup, if you need more
details of the procedure described, page numbers are provided where
you can find complete, step-by-step instructions.
After you've completed the setup, you're ready to use your VCR.
Procedures differ depending on the hookup you used. For an overview,
refer to "Quick reference to using the VCR" on the back cover.
Before you get started
• Turn off the power to all equipment.
•Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are
completed.
• Be sure you make connections firmly. Loose connections may cause
picture distortion.
•If your TV doesn't match any of the examples provided, see your
nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician.
If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks,you will geta better
picture and sound if you hook up your VCR using these connections. If
your TV doesn't have A/V inputs, see the following pages for antenna
or cable hookups.
If you're planning to use your VCR only to play back pictures and
movies, you're finished setting up the VCR after you've made these
connections. If you want to record off-air or off your cable TV system,
complete these connections first, and then go to the following pages for
antenna or cable hookups.
A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
TV
VCR !
AUOtO WDEO i
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Audio/video cable (not supplied)
BUse this hookup if your W doesn't have stereo jacks
TV
VCR
AUDIO VIDEO i
LINEouT IN
I
Audio/video cable Inot supplied)
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Using cable box
control
Recommended use
This hookup is recommended for most cable systems with cable boxes.
It allows the VCR's cable box control feature to control the channel on
the cable box, simplifying the recording process. You should use this
hookup if you have a cable box, especially if your cable system
scrambles all or most channels. A list of compatible cable boxes is on
page 24.
What you can and can't do with this hookup
What you can do
• Record any channel using the VCR's cable box control feature to
select channels on the cable box
What you can't do
• Record with the cable box turned off
• Record one channel while watching another channel
Cable Mouse
Cable box
lVCR
I
• ear of TV
VHF/UHF
ml_ A Match the type of•...................... connector on your TV:
A, 8, or C.
or
VHF
B For connector types B
....................... and C. no UHF
connection is R_luired.
UHF
or
VHF
......................... _ C
UHF
Positioning the Cable Mouse
Position the Cable Mouse on the cable box as
shown below. Make sure that the front of the
Cable Mouse projec_ out above the cable box
sensor so that signals from the Cable Mouse are
transmitted correctly to the cable box. Do not
place the cable box on top of the VCR.
Cable Mouse Cable Mouse
Front view Side view
Hookup 1: VCR setup
1Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 (channel 3) or
CH 4 (channel 4), whichever channel is not used in
your area. If both are used, set the switch to either
channel.
Ifyou made A/V connections (from page 7), you can
skip this step.
For details, see page 44.
2 Turn or_yo_tr cable box.
3Set CABLE BOX CONTROL to ON:
Press MENU and select
CABLE BOX CONTROL
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TM[A ,Se'r_[¢K
"rU_A _l_ae'r
SeT VCR_. CH'Ua_LS
Enter your cable box code
numberandpressEXECUTE.
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I_" ,h_.o%%'_,'%
For details, see page 23.
Select ON and press
EXECUTE.
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TNe SETUP
Select your cable box output
channel and press EXECUTE.
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UNEILINEIN ON VCR)
Box CH,T_N PUS" _X[CU_E
If your cable box is not compatible, check with your
cable company to see if they can provide a compatible
cable box. If not, use Hookup 2 or 5 (if you have only a
few scrambled channels) or Hookup 4(if you have
many scrambled channels).
Hookup 1: VCR Plus+ channel setup
1Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program
guide. For details on the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing,
see page 26.
2if the channels in the program guide are different
from the channels that you actually use on your "IV,
set the channels that are different as follows:
Press MENU and select
SET VCR Plus+
CHANNELS.
_NU
TI_ERS_T,C_ECK
TUN[_ pn[s_T
_S_ VCR _- C_NNEL_
Enter the program guide
channel, then the channel
you use on your W.
_UlO[ CH W CH_
s_ _1 x_Y$ TO S_
o_. _EXECUTETO see
ramguidechannel
Your actual TV channel --
!,
For details, SH page 27. Press EXECUTE.
You are now ready to use your VCR
A Quick reference (back cover) to operations is
provided on the back cover to help you quickly enjoy
the basic functions. These procedures differ slightly
depending on the hookup used. Make a note of which
hookup you used (Hookup 1)so that you can always
follow the correct instructions.
8IGetting Started Getting Started I

No cable box
or
Incompatible cable
box and few
scrambled channels
Recommended use
Use this hookup if you do not have acable box. Also use this hookup if
your cable company cannot supply a cable box that is compatible with
the VCR's cable box control feature, and your cable system scrambles
0nly afew channels,
What you can and can't do with this hookup
_at ycai can do
• Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel on the VCR
what you can't do
•Record scrambled channels that require a cable box
VCR
Connect this cable directly to --
your TV if you don't have a
cable box.
RearofTV
VHF/UHF
A Match the type of
•...................... connector on your
13/: A, B, or C.
JT Cable box
I
__[Om,_ ............
or
VHF
....................... _ B connectionBF°randC°nnect°rc'no isUHFtypeS
UHF required.
or
iVHF
........................ _UHF C
Hookup 2: VCR setup
1Set the RF UNrr switch to CH3(channel 3) or
CH 4 (channel 4), whichever channel is not used in
your area. Ifboth are used, set the switch to either
channel.
Ifyou made A/V connections (from page 7), you can
skip this step.
1
FOr details, see page 44,
2 Set NORM/CATV to CATV:
Press MENU and select
TUNER PRESET.
I.E.. m_
TIMER SEY_
pT_4m _S_'T
s_ vcn _ + C_N_LS
CA_.E ecx C_TI_.
CL_ SET
Set NORM/CATV to CATV
and press EXECUTE.
TU_M _eseT c_ 1
,NOm_¢XTV NORM.CAW
JUTO_S_
Fro(
For details, see page 20.
3Preset the channelsinto the VCR:
Press MENU and select
TUNER PRESET.
1"2 o
For details, mpage 20.
Select AUTO PRESET
and I_'ass EXECUTE.
NOm_C_TV _owa .CArV
Hookup 2: VCR Plus. channel setup
1Findthe VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program
guide. For details on the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing,
seepage 26.
2,the channels in the program guide are different
from the channels that you actually use on your TV,
set the channels that are different as follows:
Press MENU and
SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS.
Td_n S_CX
TU_R PRESET
.SET VCR_,.. CHANNELS
Enter the program guide
channel, then the channel
you use on your TV.
Program guide channel
Your actual TV channel --
$
For details, see page 27. Press EXECUTE.
You are now ready to use your VCR
AQuick reference (back cover) to operations is
provided on the back cover to help you quickly enjoy
the basic functions. These procedures differ slightly
depending on the hookup used. Make a note of which
hookup you used (Hookup 2)so that you can always
follow the correct instructions.
10 [GettingStarted Getting Started I11

Antenna hookup
Make thefonowing connections ifyou're using anantenna(ff you don't
havecableTV).
A Use this hc_okup if you're using:
• VHF/UI_ 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
VCR
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
.......................... _] A Match the type of
connector on your
ior VHF W: A. B, or C.
! ior
,, VHF
TI i i....__
_'_{]]D'_I'(]_ _ ""'"_ --_UHF
B Use this hookup if you're using a VHF-only antenna (you get channels 2-13 only)
Rear of TV
IVCR
VHF_LIHF
VHF/UHF
_] A Match the type of
connector on your
or VHF TV: A, B, or C.
.............................. U_HF B For connector types
iB and C, no UHF
i connection is
or required.
VHF
i!_" .__ c
UHF
Hookup 3: VCR setup
1SettheRE_ switch_oCH3(channel 3)or
CH 4(channel 4), whichever channel is not used in
your area. If both are used, set the switch to either
channel.
If you made A/V connections (from page 7), you can
skip this step.
For details, see page 44.
2Set NORM/CATV to NORM:
Press MENU and select
TUNER PRESET.
MENU
riMER S_ECK
_irwin eeeseT
_T VCR_.6. C_'U_ELS
For details, see page 20.
Set NORM/CAW to NORM
and press EXECUTE.
I
TUNER_stElr r_ 2
_NO_ArV NORM.cAw
ALrro _e T_-n-
3Preset the channels into the VCR:
Press MENU and select
TUNER PRESET.
[';oo
n_En s_H[cx
For details, sN p_Je 20.
Select AUTO PRESET
and press EXECUTE.
NO_a_TV NORM._q'rV
_AUTOP_SET
sk-r ,ADO ERA_
_s_ W_T _ I
I
Hookup 3: VCR Plus+ channel setup
1_mdtheVC_Plus+thee] _ inyourp_._
guide. For details on the VCR Plus+ Channel listing,
see page 26.
2If the channels in the program guide are different
from the channels that you actually use on your "IV,
set the channels that are different as follows:
press MENU and select
SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS.
_NU
TUNER _
.S_T vcn _. CH_NNEkS
Enter the program guide
channel, then the channel
you use on your W.
s_ VCR_CH,U_S_S
programguide channel I
Your actual TV channel -_
!
For details, see page Z7. Press EXECUTE.
You are now ready to use your VCR
AQuick reference (back cover) to operations is
provided on the back cover to help you quickly enjoy
the basic functions. These procedures differ slightly
depending on the hookup used. Make a note of which
hookup you used (Hookup 3) so that you can always
follow the correct instructions.
If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the VCR directly
If your antenna cable is aflat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an
external antenna connector (not supplied) so that you can connect the
cable to the VHF/UHF IN jack. If you have separate cables for VHF and
UHF antennas, you may use a U/V band mixer (not supplied). For
details, see page 44.
12 IGettingStarted Getting Started 113

Incompatible cable
box and many
scrambled channels
R_ol_mend_l use
Use this hookup if your cable company cannot supply a cable box that is
compatible with the VCR's cable box control feature, and your cable
system scrambles all, or most channels.
What you can and can't do with this hookup
What you can do
• Record any channel by selecting the channel on the cable box
What you can't do
•Record with the cable box turned off
•Record one channel while watching another channel
•Record by selecting channels diz_ctly with the VCR
Cable box
|
v_
VHF_)HF
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF A Match the type of
•...................... €onno_or on your
TV: A, B. or C,
or
VHF
..................... _ B For connector types
B and C, no UHF
connection is
irequital.
or
VHF
....................... m_ C
UHF
i
!
C]I3,mll, ....-...i
Hookup 4: VCR setup
1s_t the RFI/NIT switch to CH 3 (channel 3) or
CH 4 (channel 4), whichever channel is not used in
your area.Ifboth are used, set the switch to either
channel.
If you made A/V connections (from page 7), you can
skip this step.
For details, see page 44.
2 Turn on your cable box.
3set NORM/CATV to NORM:
Press MENU and select Set NORMICATV to NORM
TUNER PRESET. and press EXECUTE.
T_R SET_.N
,TU_R _SET
SeT Yen _• O_m_LS
€omm_.
For details, see page 30.
AUTOI'_ _'T
4Preset the channels into the VCR:
Press MENU and select Press AUTO PRESET and
TUNER PRESET. press EXECUTE.
TW_RSET_HSCX
_TUNSR _SET
SET VCR _• L$
For details, see page 20.
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,A_o _SET
SET ._no eR,.se
qpL_ w_rr_
Hookup 4: VCR Plus+ channel setup
1Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program
guide. For detailson the VO_ Plus+Channel List_ng_
seepage26.
2Enter all the channels you want to record and the
cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4):
Press MENU and select Enter the program guide
SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS. channel, then the cable
box output channel.
I2o .
_s_r Yen _. _LS
On._ I_ECaSTETOs_l
Programguidechannel
FOr details, see page 27.
Your cable box channel--
$
PressEXECUTE.
You are now ready to use your VCR
AQuickreference (backcover)to operations is
provided on the back cover to help you quickly enjoy
the basic functions. These procedures differ slightly
depending on the hookup used. Make a note ofwhich
hookup you used (Hookup 4)so that you can always
follow the correct instructions.
14 IGettingStartad Getting Started I 15

Cable box with only a
few scrambled
channels, using an A/B
switch !
Recommended use
Byusing an A/B switch (not supplied), thishookup allows you to
record both scrambled and unscrambled channels conveniently. With
the A/B switch set to position "A,"you can record unscrambled
channels by selecting channels directly with the VCR.You only use
position "g" and the cablebox to record a scrambled channel.
What you can and can't do with this hookup
What you ran do
•Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel directly
with your VCR (the A/B switch is set to "A')
•Record any scrambled channel by selecting the channel on the cable
box the (the A/B switch is set to "B")
W/_t you ran't do
•Record one scrambled channel while watching another channel
Splitter
A/B switch A _B
Cable box
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
....................... _ A
Match the type of
connector on your TV: A, B.
or C.
or
VHE
....................... _ B
For connector types B and
C. no UHF connection is
i UHE required.
ior
iVHF
UHF
16 IGettingStarted
Hookup 5: VCR setup
1_t the RF UNIT switch to CH 3(channel 3) or
CH 4 (channel 4), whichever channel is not used in
your area. Ifboth are used, set the switch to either
channel.
Ifyou made A/V connections (from page 7), you can
skip this step.
For details, see page 44,
2setthe A/B switch to "A."
3s_t NORM/CATV to CATV:
Press MENU and select
TUNER PRESET.
1"2oo
s_r vcM PP_. CH_J.S
Set NORM/CAW to CATV
and press EXECUTE,
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PRESET
m' "_',_ :_
Fordetails,seepage20.
4 Press the unscrambled channels into the VCR.
press MENU and select
TUNER PRESET.
For details, see page 20.
Select AUTO PRESET
and press EXECUTE.
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5Preset the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4):
Press MENU and select
TUNER PRESET.
_TU_ER _S_T
SETVC_ _._. c_Ls
CC_T_O.
Enter the cable box output
channel,
Set MANUAL SET to ADD
and press EXECUTE.
Channel tO be preset
I
FOr details, see page 21.
Hookup 5: VCR Plus+ channel setup
1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program
guide. For details on the VCR Plus+ Channel listing,
see page 26.
2For unscrambled channels, if the channels in the
program guide are diffez_nt from the channels that
you actually use on your TV, set the channels that are
different as follows:
Press MENU and select
SET VCR Plus+
CHANNELS.
_S_T VCR_... C_LS
Enter the program guide
channel, then the channel
you use on your _/.
S_TVC_ _. €_N_LS
Program guide channel
Your actual "IV channel
!
For details, see page 27. press EXECUTE.
3For scrambled channels, enter all the scrambled
channels you want to record and the cable box output
channel (usually 2, 3, or 4):
Press MENU and select
SET VCR Plus+
CHANNELS.
Enter the Program guide
channel, then the cable
box output channel,
SETVC_ _ _LS
o-_ XEYSTO ,_T
Program guide channel
For details, see page 27.
Your cable box channel --
!
Press EXECUTE.
(continued)
Getting Started 117

Cable box with only a few
scrambled channels, using an
AJB switch (continued)
You are now ready to use your VCR
To play a tape
1Set the TV to channel 3 or 4 (or to video input, if you made A/V
connections.)
2 Insert a tape and press _ PLAY.
If there's no picture on your TV, press the VCR's TV/VTR button
until the VTR indicator comes on in the display window.
To make a timer recording an unscrambled channel
1Set the A/B switch to "A."
2 Press VCR Plus+ on the remote commander.
3 Enter the program's PlusCode number.
4 Press ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY.
5Insert atape.
6Press POWER to rum off the VCR.
To make a timer recording a scrambled channel
1 Setthe A/B switch to "B."
2 Turn on the cable box.
3Set the cable box to the channel you want to record.
4 Press VCR Plus+ on the remote commander.
5 Enter the program's PlusCode number.
6Press ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY.
7Insert a tape.
8Press POWER to turn off the VCR.
Leave the cable box on.
To watch TV for an unscrambled channel
1 Turn off your VCR, or press the VCR's TV/VTR button until the VTR
indicator in the display window goes off.
2Set the A/B switch to "A."
3Select the channel with the TV.
To watch TV for a scrambled channel
1Turn off your VCR, or press the VCR's TV/VTR button until the VTR
indicator in the display window goes off.
2Set the A/B switch to "B."
3 Turn on your cable box.
4 Set the TV to the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4).
5Set the cable box to the channel you want to watch.
Step 4: Setting the
clock
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Set the time and date to use the timer feature for recording programs.
1Press MENU. I,_.o
The main MENU appears on the "IV I.T._.,_._.E_ _
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2Press the CURSOR ( c_ I _) buttons
to move the cursor (1_) to CLOCK
SET, then press EXECUTE.
The CLOCK SET menu appears on the
screen and the month flashes.
3Set the month using the CURSOR
.... _(._i I_) buttons.
4Press CURSOR [_ so that the day
flashes and set the day using the
CURSOR (c_ / _) buttons.
The day of the week is set automatically.
Press CURSOR _ so that the year
flashes and set the year using the
CURSOR (c_/_;_ ) buttons.
6Press CURSOR [_ so that the hour
flashes and set the hour using the
CURSOR ( _/_;) ) buttons.
Press CURSOR I_> so that the
minutes flash and set the minutes
using the CURSOR (_r_l_;_)
buttons.
8 Press EXECUTE to start the clock.
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Presetting channels
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This VCR is capable of receiving VHF channels 2 to 13, UHF channels 14
to 69 and unscrambled CATV channels I to 125. First, we recommend
that you preset the receivable channels in your area using automatic
presetting. Then, if there are any unwanted channels, disable them
manually. If you have decided which channels you wish to preset, set
them directly using manual presetting.
Before you start,,,
•Turn on the VCR and the "IV.
*Set the TV to the channel for the VCR (the channel set by the RF
UNIT switch, channel 3 or 4). If your TV is connected to the VCR
using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.
•Press TV/VTR to display the VTR indicator in the VCR's display
window.
• Press INPUT SELECT so that achannel number appears in the VCR's
display window.
Presetting all receivable channels automatically
1
Press MENU. l_.u
The main MENU appears on the TV ,_, s_-r_=,Ec_
.yon. F,nES_'T
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screen. _ _ _,_
Press the CURSOR (_'_/_ ) buttons
to move the cursor (1_) to TUNER
PRESET, then press EXECUTE.
The TUNER PRESET menu appears on
the TV sc_en.
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CATV.
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CURSOR (_ /(_) buttons:
•To presetcable"IV channels, select
CA'W.
•To preset VHF and UH_ channels,
select NORM.
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to move the cursor (1_) to AUTO
PRESET, then press EXECUTE.
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.
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presetting/disabling channels manually
Display the TUNER PRESET menu.
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2To preset a channel that you want:.
1Press the number buttons to select the
channel you want to preset and press
ENTER.
2Set MANUAL SET to ADD using the
CURSOR ( _ /_/<_ /[_) buttons.
To disable an unwanted channel:
1Press CH+/- to select the channel you
want to disable.
"_Set MANUAL SET to ERASE using the
CURSOR (c_> /_/<_1 /[2>)buttons.
Channel to be preset
I........1
Channel to be disabled
3Repeat steps 2 and 3 to preset or
disable channels as required, then
press EXECUTE. •
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Cable TV channel assignment
Cable TV systems use letters or numerals to designate channels. This
VCR is designed to correspond with standard cable systems. The chart
below shows the channel numbers on this VCR and the corresponding
cable TV charmels. Note that the channel number assignment shown in
the chart may not correspond to the channel number used by your local
cable company. Check with your local cable TV company for more
information on the available channels.
Number on this VCR 123... 12 13 14 15 16 17
Cable _/channel A-8 2 3 12 13 A B C D
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
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32 33 34 35 36 37 38 93 94 95 96 97 98
S T U V W W÷I W÷2 W+57W+58 A-5 A4 A-3 A-2
99 ;00 101 124 125
A-1 W+59 W+60 ... W+83 W÷84
If the picture is not clear
Normally, the Auto Fine Tuning (AFT) function automatically tunes in
channels clearly. If, however, the picture of a channel is not clear, you
may also use the manual tuning function.
Display the TUNER PRESET menu.
For instructions,follow steps1and 2 in
"Presetting all receivable channels
automaHcany" on page 20.
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and then ENTER.
Channel to be selected
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Press the CURSOR (€_l_;)) buttons to
move the cursor (1_) to FINE TUNING.
The fine tuning meter appears.
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Your VCR includes acable box control feature which allows the VCR to
control most brands of cable bu×e_ via the _ L__•• ..... _A,:,_.__.,^ ,-._
control, the VCR controls channels on the cable box for timer recording.
You can also use the VCR's remote commander to change channels on
the cable box whenever the cable box is turned on even if the VCR is
turned off. To use cable box control, you need to connect the Cable
Mouse (page 8) and set the code number and output channel.
This VCR is programmed with codes necessary to control channel
selection on most brands of cable boxes at the time this VCR was
manufactured. It is possible that new cable boxes may be introduced
that cannot be controlled with this VCR's Cable Mouse. If you have a
cable box that is incompatible with this VCR, contact your cable
operator -- they may be able to provide you with a compatible cable
box.
1P._. MENU,
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Press the CURSOR (_Wl_) buttons
to move the cursor (1_) to CABLE
BOX CONTROL. then press EXECUTE,
The CABLE BOXCONTROL menu
appears.
C._I_E BOXom_r_o_
3Press the CURSOR (<_] I(J_>) buttons
to select ON, then press EXECUTE.
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4Enter the cable box code number
by pressing the number buttons,
then press EXECUTE.
Find your cable box code number from
the chart on the following page.
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5 Select the output channel for cable
box using the CURSOR ( C_ / _5_ )
buttons, then press EXECUTE.
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get a clearer picture, then press
EXECUTE.
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Setting up cable box control
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Cable box brand and the corresponding cable box code numbers
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one by one,
until you come to the correct code for your equipment.
Cable box Code Cable box Code Cable box Code
brand numben_ brand numbers brand numbers
ARC 018, 022, 024, Linsay 451 Sprucer 032, 318
028, 217 Macom 044 Standard
Antronix 218 Components 107,166
Magnavox 038, 043, 080,
Archer 033,050,164, 348 Starc0rn 014,026,058,
218 109
Memorex 011
BBT 278 Stargate 026, 0_1
Movie Time 1_9,167, 214
Cable Star 067 STS 167
Northcoast 37-5
Cabletenna 033 Sylvania 012
NSC 074, 061,167,
Cabletime 172, 282,388, 214 T-C.able
459 Teletext 1] 6
Oak 018, 000, 2.59
Century 164 Tandy 7_9
Omniview 382
Citizen 164, 326, 327 Tatung 106
Panasonic _32,118
Clyde Teknice 157
Cablevision 097 Paragon 011 Telecaptlon 232
Colour Voice 036, 042 Phaips 036, 038, 039,
040, 041,042, Teleservice 292
Comband 243, 244 071,301 Tex.wam 012,107
Comtromcs 051,071 Philips ECG 253 "I'FC 321
De(:_ t434 Pioneer 034,155, 271 TimeleSs 429
Diamond 046 Popular
Mechanic3 411 Tc_om 023,024,070
Eagle 051
Comtronics Pulsar 011 Toshiba 011
Eastern 013, 285 RCA 032 Tudi 297
Electricord 089 Realistic 218 TV86 074
Electus 055 Regal 031,270, 284, TV COM 018, 030, .7-59
290
Fflmnet 454 Uniden 236
Garrard 164 Regency 013 Unika 033,164, 218
Rembrandt 081
GC 027, 067, 341 United Artiets 018
Electronics RK 315, 317 United Cable 014
GE 243, 244 Samsung (},51, l SS Universal 033, 050, 067,
GEC 097 Satbax 386 068, (_9,164,
202,2!8,333
Gemini 026, 068,1_1, Scientific 017,019,028,
253 Atlanta 288, 338 Videoway 261
General Sharp 324 Vidtech .?_55
Instrument 022, 287 Signal 051 Viewstar 038, 071,074,
Hamlin 020, 031,045, 122, 222, 269,
270, 284 Signature 022 300
Hitachi 022 SL Marx 051 Westminster
cable 116
lasco 164, 326 Spectravision 069 Zenith Ol1,065
Jerroid 014, 022, 025,
026, 035, 037,
058,109, 287
Note
• Make sure the VCR is turned
off when plugging in or
unplugging theCable
Mouse.
When using the Cable
Mouse again,turnthe VCR's
power back on againonly
aftertheCable Mouse has
been plugged in.
Tips for normal viewing
: Signal flow
•Place the Cable Mouse so that it hangs out over the cable box front.
• Position the cable box away from the VCR.
•Do not place the cable box on top of the VCR.
•Point the remote commander at the VCR, not at the cable box.
To check the cable box control setting
1 Press CH+/- on the remote commander. Does the channel indicator
on the cable box change? (Point the remote commander at the VCR,
not at the cable box.)
2 Press all 10 number buttons (0 to 9) on the remote commander. Does
the channel indicator on the cable box change?
If the answer to both 1 and 2 is "yes,"you have made the correctsetting.
If you cannot get your VCRto controlthe cabiebox
/Check the cable Mouse is connected to CABLE BOX
CONTROL jack on the VCR
/Check the position of the Cable Mouse.
•/ Place the cable box and VCR away from each other. Do not place the
cable box on top of the VCR.
•/Try the setup again making sure to use the correct control code. If the
cable box still does not respond you can try other codes.
If your cable box still does not operate with the Cable Mouse, contact
your cable company to see if they can provide you with a compatible
cable box.
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Setting up VCR Plus+
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5:30 [] MOVIE--Musical (2hrs.)
[] SPORT --GoJf (1hr. 25rain.) 42060
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:30 {nrllqlDRAMA--Comedy (2hrs.) 17390
[] SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(1_1r. 15rain.) 73457
Example of "Channel Line-up Chart"
Ar_ & Entertainment Neiwork 39
American Mo_e Classics 35
Bravo (program gnd o_l)t)7 _ 54
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The Oi_overy_ _37
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SportsChannelAmerica 70 !
Snowun_ 41
TSSSu_rS_t= 43
The Mov_ Channel 58
"The Nast_lle Network 49
Turner Network Television 52
uSANetwork 44
VCR Plus+ is a feature in Sony VCRs that simplifies the task of
programming the VCR to make timer recordings.
How VCR Plus+ works
Whenever you want to record a TV program, all you need to do is look
up the program's "PlusCode," a number assigned to each program
that's published in the TV section of most newspapers, cable TV listings,
and even TV GUIDE magazine, Then, just enter the PlusCode of the
program you want and the VCR is automatically programmed to l_cord
that show. It's that simple. With VCR Plus+, you no longer have to go
through a lengthy and often repetitive procedure when you set start and
stop times, channel numbers, and dates. All this information is
automatically sent to your VCR when you enter the program's
PlusCode.
How to set up your VOR
Setting up your VCR involves coordinating the TV channel number (the
number you turn to on your TV or VCR to watch a program) with the
guide channel (the number that's assigned to that channel in your
program guide). To get the guide channel numbers, find the "Channel
Line-up Chart" in the program guide for your area that features VCR
PlusCodes. It usually looks like the example to the left.
For each channel your VCR receives, use the Channel Line-up Chart to
check that the channel numbers match. For example, if HBO is listed in
the Channel Line-up Chart on channel 33, and your VCR receives HBO
on channel 15, you need to coordinate these numbers using the
following procedure. For channels in which the numbers are the same
(for example, if your VCR receives HBO on channel 33, and the guide
channel number is 33), you can skip this procedure.
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Press MENU.
The main MENU appears on the TV
screen.
Press the CURSOR (_1_;)) buttons
to move the cursor (1_) to SET VCR
Plus+ CHANNELS, then press
EXECUTE.
The SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS menu
appears and the GUIDE CH column
flashes.
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Enter the channel number assigned
in the program guide and press
ENTER.
The TV CH column flashes.
If you made Hookup 1, 2, or 3,
enter the actual number on your
TV (and vCR) and press ENTER.
If you made Hookup 4, enter the
cable output channel (usually 2,
3, or 4) and press ENTER.
If you made Hookup 5, enter the
actual number on your TV (and
VCR) for an unscrambled channel
and press ENTER. For a scrambled
channel, enter the cable output
channel (usually 2, 3, or 4) and
press ENTER,
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Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each
channel whose numbers don't
match.
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BasicOl_nalions
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Tip
•For further information on
seard_ing and playback
functions, see "Playing/
searching at various speeds"
on page 40.
Note
•Tape_ re<ordeal in LP mode
can be played back on this
VCR, while playback in
modes other than normal
fonvard speed isnot
guaranteed.
L_ 28 / Basic OperatIOns
This section shows you how to play back a video tape.
Turn on your TV and tune in to the
VCR:
• If theTV isconnectedto the VCR using
the audio/video cable, set the TV to
video input.
•If the TV is connected to the VCR using
only the antenna cable, set the TV to
the channel for the VCR.
2Insert a tape.
The VCR turns on automatically. The tape
starts playing automatically if its safety
tab has been removed.
3Press E_ PLAY to start playing.
When the tape reaches the end, the VCR
automatically rewinds it to the beginning.
(The power remains on.)
Ack4kionaltasks
TO Press
Stop play • STOP
Pause play II PAUSE
Resume play after pause U PAUSE or E_ PLAY
Search forward _ FF or _ SEARCH during playback
Search backward -_4 REW or _SEARCH during playback
Fast-forward the tape _,_ FF during stop
Rewind the tape _REW during stop
Eject the tape AEJECT
Notes
•When you iasert atape with
a short tape length such as T-
20, T-30 or a non-standard
commercially available tape,
the remaining tape length
may not be correct.
• The display will not appear
during still mode or slow-
motion playback.
Notes
• When atape is reinserted,
the counter returns to
"0H00MOOS."
• The counter will not work on
tape portions with no
recording.
Displaying the remaining tape length and time
counter
Press DISPLAYto turn the display on or off.
_Remaining tape length
s, _IThe white bar represents the
TJ approximate length of tape remaining.
Time counter
Using the time counter
At the point on atape that you want to find later, press COUNTER
RESET to reset the counter to "0H00M00S." When you rewind or
advance the tape to this point, refer to the counter.
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Recording TV
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• I"oselect channels, you can
also use the number buttons
on the remote commander.
Enter the destred channel
number using the number
buttons, then press ENTER.
• If you don't want to watch
TV while recording, you can
turn off the "IV. When using
acable box, make sure to
leave it on.
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TAPE SPEED
• REC
This section shows you how to record TV programs in the most basic
way: manual recording. With manual recording, you start the VCR
recording when the program begins, then stop it when the program
ends. The VCR also provides the following ways of recording.
• Manually start recording, then stop it automatically--'Recording
using the quick timer" (page 31)
*Automatically start and stop recording--"Recording TV programs
using the timer" (page 33)
'_ Automatically start and stop recording just by entering the "Plus
Code"--"Recording "IV programs using VCR Plus+" (page 36)
Tum on your TV and tune in to the
VCR:
•If the TV is connected to the VCR
using the audio/video cable, set the
TV to video input.
• If the TV is connected to the VCR
using only the antenna cable, set the
TV to the channel for the VCR.
When using a cable box, turn it on.
2Insert a tape with its safety tab in
place,
3Press CH +1- until a desired
channel number appears in
the VCR's display window. ]
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4Select the tape speed, SP I
or EP, by pressing TAPE
SPEED. sp
See "To select tape speeds" on
the next page. I
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5 Start recording by pressing •REC.
When the tape reaches the end, the VCR
automatically rewinds it to the beginning.
To stop recording
Press • STOP.
Tips (continued)
You can sekK't a video source
from the LINE IN jacks using
CH +/- or iNPUT SELECT.
When you use CH ÷/-, "L"
in the display window
appears bet_veen the lowest
program position and
highest ore.
Notes
•If you've inserted a tape with
its safety tab removed, the
VCR ejects it when you press
• REC,
• If you insert a tape with its
safety tab removed, the VCR
starts playing. To record on
this tape, cover the tab hole.
•The display appears on the
"IVscreen indicating
information about the tape,
but the information will not
be recorded on the tape.
To select tape speeds
When recording, select either SPor EP. EP provides recording time
three times as long as SP. However, SP provides better picture quality.
You can mix SP and EP on the same tape, When playing back, the VCR
automatically detects the tape speed. See the table below for the
maximum recording/playback time in each speed.
Tape type Maximum recording/playback time
SP EP
T-210 3 hrs. 30 min. 10 hrs. 30 rain.
T-160 2 hrs. ,1-0rain. 8hrs.
T-120 2hrs. 6 hrs.
T-60-' " " 1 hr. 3 hrs.
T-30 30 rain. 1 hr. 30 min.
Recording using the quick timer
The quick timer enables you to record for a specified period of time in
intervals of 30 minutes. Once you specify the recording time, the VCR
automatically stops recording. Before you begin, check that the clock is
set correctly.
Press QUICK TIMER until the desired duration appears in the display
window. The TIMER indicator on the VCR lights up. Each press
increases the recording duration in increments of 30 minutes as shown
below.
--_ 0:00 _0:30 _ 1:00 .... _10:30---_11:00 q
The recording duration decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the
VCR turns off automatically.
To stop recording
Press • STOP.
To extend the recording duration while recording
Press QUICK TIMER until the desired duration appears in the display
window.
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Recording TV programs
(continued)
Watching a TV program while recording another
You can watch a"IV program and record another at the same time.
1Press TV/VTR to turn off the VTR indicator in the display window.
2 If the TV is connected to the VCR using the audio/video cable, set the
TV to TV input.
If the TV isconnected to the VCR using only the antenna cable, skip
this step.
3 Select the desired channel on the TV.
Saving a recording
Video tapes have a safety tab to protect against accidental recording. To
prevent accidental erasure of a recording, break off the safety tab with a
screwdriver or other tool. A tape with its safety tab removed ejects if
you try to record on it.
To record on a tape with its safety tab removed, cover the tab hole with
adhesive tape.
Adhesive tape
Recording TV
programs using the
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This section shows you how to let the VCR automatically start and stop
recording TV programs. You can preset up to eight programs within a
one month time frame. If VCR Plus+ is available in your area, see the
section "Recording TV programs using VCR Plus÷" on page 36 for
easier timer recording.
Before you start...
•Check that the clock is set correctly.
•Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer
than the total recording time.
•Turn on your TV and tune in to the VCR.
When using a cable box, turn it on.
Press MENU and select TIMER SET/
CHECK.
If the clock needs to be set,"PLEASE SET
THE CLOCK" appears on the screen and
the VCR automatically enters the clock
setting mode.
Set the date to start recording:
1Press CURSOR [_ •
Make sure today's date is flashing. If it
isn't, reset the clock to the correct time.
2Press CURSOR c_ to set the month
and date.
The day of the week is set
automatically.
To record the same program every day or
the same day once a week, see "Daily/
weekly recording" on page 35.
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1Press CURSOR l_ to flash the hour
under "START," then press the
C_R (c_ /¢_ ) buttons to set the
hour.
2Press CUKSOR _ to flash the minutes
under "START," then press the
CURSOR ( _ /_) buttons to set the
minutes.
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Recording TV programs using
the timer (continued)
Tips
•To set the channel, you can
also use the CH+/_ or
number buttons.
•To record a video source
from the LINE IN jacks, keep
pressing CURSOR _/_;_,
or press INPUT SELECT to
display "LINE" in the "CH"
p_ition.
• When CABLE BOX
CONTROL isset to "ON,"
timer recording cannot be
done through LINE IN.
Tip
• To set the recording tape
speed, you can also use
Tip
•TOchange or correct a
setting I_fn_ confirming it,
press CURSOR <:_ to flash
the item you want to change
and reset it.
Notes
•If the power is intervapted
for more than three hours
while standing by for
recording, timer settings are
cleared. Reset the settings
from beginning.
• If the IO_ tape indicator and
the TIMER indicator in the
VCR's display window flash
when the VCR turns off,
check for one of the
following causes:
- no cassette has been
inserted,
-the tape is at its end, or
- the safety tab on the
cassette has been
removed.
4Press CURSOR (_, then set the
time to stop recording in the same
way.
5
6
8
Press CURSOR [_>, then press the
CURSOR( c2_l_P ) buttons to select
the channel you want to record.
Only the channels preset in the VCR will
appear. When using acable box, the cable
box channels appear.
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Press CURSOR (_>, then press the
CURSOR ( _I_) buttons to select
the tape speed, SP or EP.
See "To select tape speeds" on page 31.
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To confirm your program, press
CURSOR (_.
All the settingsstop flashing and the
cursor (1=,-)appears in the leftmost column.
To preset another timer setting, move the
cursor to the next line using CURSOR
and repeat steps 2 to 7.
After making the desired timer
settings, press EXECUTE, then Press
POWER.
The TIMER indicator on the VCR lights
up and the VCR turns off and stands by
for recording. When using a cable box,
leave it on.
The VCR automatically turns on and
starts recording at the preset start time,
and turns off at the preset stop time.
To stop recording
To stop while the VCR is recording a program, press • STOP.
Daily/weekly recording
the current date
SUN*SAT (Sunday to Saturday)
MON-SAT (Monday to Saturday)
MON-FRI (Monday to Friday)
EVERY SAT (Even/Saturday)
EVERY MON (Every Monday}
EVERY SUN (Even/Sunday)
1 month later
t
(cyclesbackward)
To use the VCR while recording
You can do the following tasks during timer recording.
To Press
Reset the counter to "0H00M00S" COUNTER RESET
Display tape information on the "IV DISPLAY
screen
Check the timer settings MENU and select TIMER SET/CHECK
Watch another TV program TV/V'I'R (See "Watching a TV program
while recording another" on page 32.)
Using the VCR before timer recording begins
press POWER to turn on the VCR. The TIMER indicator on the VCR
goes off and the VCR is ready for use.
After using the VCR, press POWER again to turn on the TIMER
indicator on the VCR. When using a cable box, leave it on. Remember to
turn off the VCR before the time you've set the VCR to start recording,
or the timer setting will be cancelled.
Daily/weekly recording
Daily recording records the same program every day of the week;
weekly recording records the same program on the same day, every
week.
When you set the date to start recording in step 2 of "Recording "IV
programs using the timer," press CURSOR ¢_ until the desired day
appears. Each time you press the button, the indication changes as
shown on the left.
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Recording TV
programs using VCR
Plus+
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Number
buttons
wVCR Plus+
ONCE
WEEKLY
DALLY
Notes
• You cannot _t VCR Plus* in
the following cases:
- When the _CR is turned
off.
- While recording using the
timer or quick timer.
• The timer will not accept
.settings in the following
cases:
-When you select DALLY
for a Saturday and Sunday
program.
- When you select DALLY or
WEEKLY for a program
more than seven days
ahead.
- When you enter the
PtusCode of aprogram
that has already ended.
This section shows you another way" of timer recording: recording using
VCR Plus+. This allows you to record TV programs more easily. Just
enter the program's "PlusCode," and the VCR will automatically record
the program. You can preset up to eight programs within a one month
time frame.
Before you start...
• Check that the clock is set correctly.
• Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer
than the total recording time.
• Turn on your TV and tune in to the VCR.
When using a cable box, turn it on.
Press VCR Plus+.
If the clock needs to be set, "PLEASE SET
THE CLOCK" appears on the screen and
the VCR automatically enters the clock
setting mode. Ivca_m._
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Enter the desired program's
PlusCode using the number
buttons,
if you make a mistake, press TIMER
CLEAR and enter the PlusCode again. IVCR _._.
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pressing TAPE SPEED. _us_ooE T"_E _EO
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4Press ONCE, DALLY or WEEKLY
according to the following:
To record the program Press
Only once ONCE
Monday to Friday at the same scheduled time DAILY
Every week at the same scheduled time WEEKLY
The recording information appears on the
"IV screen: date, program start and stop
times, channel number and tape speed.
Check that the information is correct.
To preset another timer setting, repeat
steps 1 to 4.
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Note
• If the RY_ tape indicator and
the TIMER indicator in the
VCR's display window flash
when the VCR turns oil
check for one of _he
following causes:
- no cassette has been
inserted,
- the tape is at its end, or
-the safety tab on the
cassette hasbeen
removed.
Press POWER to turn off the VCR,
The TIMER indicator on the VCR lights
up and the VCR stands by for recording.
When using a cable box, leave it on.
The VCR automatically turns on, records
the program and turns off.
To stop recording
Press •STOP.
To use the VCR while recording
You can do the following tasks while recording using VCR Plus+.
TO Press
Reset the counter to "0H00M_0S" COUNTER RESET
Display tape information on the DISPLAY
I"V screen
Check the timer settings MENU and select TIMER SET/CHECK
Watch another TV program TV/VTR (See "Watching aTV program
while recording another" on page 323
Using the VCR before recording begins
Press POWER to turn off the VCR. The TIMER indicator on the VCR
goes off and the VCR is ready for use.
After using the VCR, turn off the VCR again to turn on the TIMER
indicator on the VCR. When using a cable box, leave it on.
Remember to turn off the VCR to stand by for recording before the time
you've set the VCR to start recording, or the timer setting will be
cancelled.
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Checking/changing/
cancelling timer
settings
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TIMER
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This section shows you how to check, change and cancel the timer
settings after you've stored them in the VCR.
Before you start...
• Turn on your TV and tune in to the VCR.
1Press POWER to turn off the TIMER
indicator on the VCR.
2 Press MENU and select TIMER SET/
CHECK.
Case 1
Program 1
(listed first) 10:00 t0:50
Program 2 i i
(listed next) Will be cleared 11;30
3Check the timer settings:
•Ifyou do not want to change or cancel
the settings, press EXECUTE, then turn
off the VCR to return to recording
standby.
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4Change or cancel the timer setting:
PresstheCURSOR (_ /_)buttons to
move the cursor (1_)to the setting you want
to change or cancel.
•To change the setting, press the CURSOR
(<_ /1_) buttons to flash the item you
want to change, and reset it using the
CURSOR (_/€;_ )buttons. Then, press
CURSOR [_ to move the cursor to the
leftraost column.
•To cancel the setling, press TIMER CLEAK
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5Press EXECUTE.
The VCR returnstotheoriginalscRen.When
thereareany othert_nersettingsleft:inthe
TIMER SET/CHECK menu, pressPOWER to
returntorecordingstandby.
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To check the timer settings during timer recording
Press MENU and select TIMER SET/CHECK. After checking, press
EXECUTE to turn off the display.
Case 3 Will be cut off
Program 1 I(_:00 " I.
11:30
Program 210:45 12:00
When the timer settings overlap
The VCR will not record overlapping programs. If any of your timer
settings overlap, change the settings.
Case 1: If you preset two programs to start recording at the same
time...
The program listed first in the TIMER SET/CHECK menu has
priority over the other program. The timer setting of the lower
priority program will be erased from the TIMER SET/CHECK
menu when the first program begins recording.
Case 2: If you preset program 2 to.startrecording at the same time
you preset program 1 to finish recording..,
The last 20 seconds of program 1will not be recorded because
the VCR will enter recording pause for program 2 before
program 1 is finished.
Case 3: ff you preset program 2 to start recording before program 1
is finished recording...
Program 2 will start recording before program I has finished.
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