Sony SLV-595SHF User manual

SONY.
Video
Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
SLV-595SHF/696HF
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© 1992 by Sony Corporation

: WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated ‘dangerous
voltage* within the product's enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a tisk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
2 | Preliminaries
[ Owner's Record
The model! number is located at the rear and front of the unit
and the serial number on the top. Record the serial number
in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony service dealer regarding
this product.
Model No. SLV-S95HF Serial No.
Model No. SLV-696HF Serial No.
For the Customers in the U.S.A.
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 in a 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
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS
POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE
BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE
EXPOSURE.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLERS IN THE U.S.A.:
This reminder is provided to call the cable TV 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 shai! be
connected to the grounding system in the building, as |
close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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: Precautions
Safety
@ Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.
@ If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have
it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
@ 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, never by the cord.
Fakssectiichitoyal
@ Allow adequate air circulation to prevent intemal heat
buildup.
@ Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or
near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the
ventilation slots.
@ Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators
or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct suntight,
excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
@ Do not install the unit in an inctined position. It is designed
to be operated in a horizontal position only.
@ Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with
strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large
loudspeakers.
@ Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
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Operation
@ When the unit is not in use, tum the power off to conserve
energy and to extend its life.
@ Remove and store video cassettes after recording or
playback.
@ 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.

Introduction
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This manual includes information on two video cassette
recorder (VCR) models, the SLV-595HF and the
SLV-696HF. The model name is indicated on the rear and
front panels. Any difference between the two models is
clearly indicated in the manual, for example,
“For SLV-595HF only”.
This manual is divided into five chapters.
The chapters and their contents are as follows:
Preliminaries (page 2)
Preparation
(page
6)
Basic Operations (page 28)
Advanced Operations (page 47)
Additional information (page 60)
if you are using your VCR for the first time, start from the
section “Hookups and Getting Started" (page 6). This
section explains how to hookup, set up, and operate your
VCR so that you can start enjoying it right away.
For information about the VCR's basic operations, such as
Playback (page 28), Recording TV Programs (page 33), or
Timer Recording (page 36), see Basic Operations.
{f you are already familiar with the basic; ‘operations, see
Advanced Operations.
If you have any problems in operating the VCR, refer to
Troubleshooting. If your VCR is in need of repair, contact
your nearest Sony Service Center facility.
Conventions of this manual
This manual explains operations using the VCR Remote
Commander. However, the buttons on the VCR with the
same name or mark as those on the Remote Commander
function exactly the same as those on the Remote
Commander.
When you are reading through the manual, remember:
@ Buttons and switches are shown in uppercase letters.
Example: Press (> PLAY.
@ Numbers in the illustrations correspond to numbers in the
text.
@ 4m indicates signal flow.
@ Notes and cautions are enclosed in boxes.
Unpacking
Check that you have received the following accessories:
@ Remote Commander RMT-V102D (for: SLV-595HF) or
RMT-V112A (for SLV-696HF)
@ Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
@ External antenna connector (1)
@ 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors (1)
@ AC power cord (1)
@ Audio/video connecting cable (3 on to 3 phono) (1)
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Editing
@ DUAL MODE SHUTTLE ring
Allows quick access to the desired scene and playback in
various speeds in forward and reverse directions.
@ CONTROL S INPUT jack
Allows remote control of this VCR by other Sony video
equipment with a CONTROL S OUTPUT jack.
@ Input connectors on the front panel
Allows easy connection to a video camera recorder.
© Insert editing (for SLV-696HF only)
Allows easy superimposition of pictures and/or sound
onto a prerecorded cassette.
On-screen display
© Data screen
Tape counter, cassette speed, operation mode, and
remaining cassette length can be displayed on the TV
screen.
@ TIMER SET/CHECK display
Timer recording settings can be set and checked by
referring to the TV screen.
@ ON SCREEN HELP message
The VCR gives a message on screen with a beep tone to
war that you have attempted an incorrect operation.
Functions
@ VCR Plus+ * system
Allows you to quickly and easily record up to eight preset
programs.
@ Auto tracking function
Automatically adjusts the tracking condition for optimum
picture quality.
© Timer recordings of eight programs in a month
Recording of up to eight 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.
@ Multi-brand TV control Remote Commander
(SLV-696HF only)
The Remote Commander can control other
manufacturer's TV sets.
® Auto head cleaner
Cleans the video heads each time a cassette is inserted
or ejected.
High-quality picture
®@ High-quality picture
Your Sony VCR provides sharp, finely detailed pictures
through High Quality (HQ) picture technology. A VCR
with the HQ mark incorporates VHS high-quality picture
technology and is compatible with any VCR bearing the
WHS} mark.
* VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corp.
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Hookups and Getting Started
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,
set up, and operate your VCR so that you can start enjoying
it right away. There are, however, many types of TVs
available and many different ways in which your TV can be
hooked up. As a result, 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 this section to find the diagram that best illustrates
the way your TV is currently connected (antenna or cable/
cable box). Then use the accompanying diagrams and
procedures to complete your VCR's connections.
After you’ve completed the connections, follow the
instructions for setup, including VCR Plus+ setup.
(During setup, if you need more details of the procedures
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. Foltow the instructions provided in “To Watch the TV”,
“To Watch the VCR”, and “To Record A Program” for your
specific hookup.
(Again, if you need step-by-step instructions, page numbers
are provided where you can find this information.)
6 Preparation
Before making the connections, check the following points:
@ Turn off the power to the VCR and TV.
@ Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the
connections are completed.
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@ Make connections firmly. Loose connections may cause
picture distortion.
@ If your TV doesn't match any of the examples provided,
consult your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician.
Caution
Connections between the VCR VHF/UHF OUT |
connector and the antenna terminals of a TV receiver |
should be made only as shown in the instructions. ‘
Failure to do so may result in operation that violates the |
regulations of the Federal Communications |
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Commission regarding the use and operation of RF
devices. Never connect the output of the recorder to an
antenna or make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and
recorder connections at the antenna terminals of your
receiver.
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Hookup 1
Audio/Video (A/V) Hookup
{f your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get a if you only wish to play back pictures and movies, you're
better picture and sound if you hook up your VCR using finished after you’ve made these connections. If you want to
these connections. In addition, for a true “home theater” record off-air or off your cable TV system, please do the A/V
experience, you should connect the audio outputs of your hookup on this page first, then proceed to the following
VCR or TV to your stereo system. pages for antenna or cable hookup.
(f your TV doesn’t have A/V inputs, see the following pages
for antenna or cable hookup.
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After you've hooked up your TV using the A/V connections, use the following procedure to set up and use the VCR with your TV.
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Set AUTO ANT SEL to OFF.
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VHF/UHF
VHF/UHF IN
VHF/UHF OUT
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VCR Setup (Antenna)
1 Set the RF Unit on the VCR’s rear panel to
CH 3 or CH 4.
If you made A/V connections, skip this step.
-- If both are used, pick either channel.
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2 Set NORM/CATV to NORM.
Press MENU. Select TUNER PRESET.
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Press MENU. Select TUNER PRESET.
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Details are on pages 22 and 23.
Details are on page 45.
VCR Plus+ Channel Setup (Antenna)
1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program
guide.
For details on the VCR Plus+ Channel, see page 43.
2 if 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:
Select SET VCR Plus+
Press MENU. CHANNELS.
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To Watch the TV
1 Tum your VCR off, or press the VCR's TV/VTR button
until the VTR indicator in the dispiay window goes off.
2 Tune the TV normally.
To Watch the VCR
1 Tune the TV to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever you set on the
back of the VCR. (If you made the A/V connections on
page 7, set your TV to the A/V input instead.)
2 Insert a cassette 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 VCR's display window.
Details are on page 28.
To Record A Program
1 Press VCR Plus+ on the Remote Commander.
2 Enter the program's PlusCode number.
3 Press ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY on the Remote
Commander.
4 Insert a blank cassette.
5 Press TIMER REC on the Remote Commander.
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Recommended Use: This VCR can record virtually any unscrambled cable
Since this is the simplest hookup, and allows the most channel. Some cable systems “scramble” specific channels,
effective use of your VCR's VCR Plus+ timer recording usually premium or pay-per-view channels. You will not be
feature, we recommend that you try this hookup first. If able to record scrambled channels with this hookup.
you cannot record the channels you want, you'll need to
change your hookup to one of the choices on the
following pages, or contact your cable company for
assistance.
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VCR Setup (Simple Cable)
1 Set the RF Unit on the VCR's rear panel to CH 3 or
CH 4.
tf you made A/V connections, skip this step.
2 Set NORMICATV to CATV.
Press MENU. Select TUNER PRESET.
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Press MENU. Select TUNER PRESET.
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Details are on pages 22 and 23.
VCR Plus+ Channel Setup (Simple Cable)
1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program
guide. For details, see page 43.
2 if 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:
Select SET VCR Plus+
Press MENU. CHANNELS.
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To Watch TV
1 Turn your VCR off, or press the VCR's TV/VTR button
until the VTR indicator in the display window goes off.
2 Select the channel with your cable box (if you have one),
or directly tune with your TV (if you don’t).
To Watch the VCR
1a If you didn't use the A/V input:
@ Tum ON the cable box.
@ Select CH 3 or CH 4 on the cable box (whichever
you set on the back of the VCR).
@ Select the output channel of the cable box
{usually 2,3 or 4) on your TV.
1b if you made the A/V connections on page 7:
Set your TV to the A/V input.
2 Insert a cassette and press [> PLAY.
Details are on page 28.
To Record A Program
1 Press VCR Plus+ on the Remote Commander.
2 Enter the program’s PlusCode number.
3 Press ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY on the Remote
Commander.
4 Insert a blank cassette.
5 Press TIMER REC on the Remote Commander.
Details are on page 45.
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Recommended Use:
This hookup will allow you to record either scrambled or
unscrambled channels, however, you will have to set
| the channel on the cable box for each program you
| want to record. If your cable system scrambles all or
most channels, you must use this hookup. If your cable
system only scrambles a few channels, you may prefer
Hookup 3 or 5 (on pages 10 and 14, respectively).
Please note that Hookup 3 will allow the easiest
programming with VCR Plus+, but will not allow you to
record scrambled channels.
Hookup 5 will allow you to record either scrambled or
unscrambled channels, but will require that you
purchase a few extra parts at your local electronics
store.
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cable box.
12 | Preparation
Background
This VCR can record virtually any unscrambled cable
channel. Some cable systems “scramble” specific channels,
usually premium or pay-per-view channels. Although this
hookup will also allow you to record these scrambled
channels, you must use the cable box rather than the VCR to
select channels.
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VCR Setup (Alternate Cable)
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1 Set the RF Unit on the VCR's rear panel to CH 3 or
CH 4. if you made A/V connections, skip this step.
2 Switch on your cable box.
3 Preprogram the channels into the VCR.
Press MENU. Select TUNER PRESET.
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Details are on pages 22 and 23.
1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channet Listing in your program
2 For all channels that you want to record, set each
VCR Plus+ Channel Setup (Alternate Cable)
Details are on page 44.
guide. For details, see page 43.
channel to the channel that your cable box uses for
its output (usually 2, 3, or 4), as follows:
Select SET VCR Plus+
Press MENU. CHANNELS.
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TIMER SET/CHECK
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CLOCK SET
Enter the program guide
channel, then the cable box
output channel.
SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS
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Set to the same
cable box channel.
Your cable box channel
To Watch the TV
Tum your VCR off, or press the VCR's TV/VTR button
until the VTR indicator in the display window goes off.
Switch on your cable box.
Tune the TV to the cable box output channel
(usually 2, 3, or 4).
Select the channel that you want to watch with your cable
box.
To Watch the VCR
1
2
Tune the TV to CH 3 or CH 4, (or to A/V input if you
made A/V connections.)
Insert a cassette and press [> PLAY.
Details are on page 28.
To Record A Program
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Switch on the cable box.
Select a channel you wish to record on the cable box.
Press VCR Plus+ on the Remote Commander.
Enter the program’s PlusCode number.
Press ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY on the Remote
Commander.
Insert a blank cassette.
Press TIMER REC on the Remote Commander.
Leave the cable box ON.
Details are on page 45.
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Hookups and Getting Started
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usually premium or pay-per-view channels. This hookup will
allow you to record unscrambled channels by selecting “A”
on the A/B switch, and tuning the channel directly on your
(position “A”). You only use position “B” and the cable
box if you want to record a “scrambled” channel. This
idea loeb cours operation of VCR Plus+ VCR. To record “scrambled” channels, select “B” on the A/B
switch, and select the channel using the cable box. If your
cable system scrambies all, or most channels, you must use
the altemate cable hookup (Hookup 4) on page 12.
s Only one cable is supplied with your VCR.
Prepare additional cables for connection.
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with the A/B switch in the ‘B’ position. with the A/B switch in the ‘A' position.
1 4 | Preparation

VCR Setup (Advanced Cable)
1
Set
the
RF
Unit
on
the
VCR's
rear
panel
to
CH
3
or
CH
4.
if
you
made
A/V
connections,
skip
this
step.
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3 Set NORM/CATV to CATV.
Press MENU.
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4 Preprogram the channels into the VCR.
Press MENU. Select TUNER PRESET.
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SET VCR Pluse CHANNELS
CLOCK SET
Details are on pages 22 and 23.
5
Add
the
cable
box
output
channel
(usually
2,
3,
or
4).
Select TUNER PRESET.
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Select MANUAL SET.
TUNER PRESET HS
Add the cable box output
channel (usually 2,3 or 4). WORN/CATY
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ENTER,
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to
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then
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press
EXECUTE.
Details are on page 23.
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Hookups and Getting Started
VCR Plus+ Channel Setup (Advanced Cable)
1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program
guide. For details, see page 43.
2 Set unscrambled and scrambled channels as shown
below.
Select SET VCR Plus+
Press MENU. CHANNELS.
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For unscrambted channels
(A/B switch set to A.)
Enter the program guide
channel, then the channel
your VCR uses.
For scrambled channels
(A/B switch set to B.)
Enter the program guide
channel, then the cable box
output channel.
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Program listing
guide channel
Set to the same
cable box channel.
Your cable box channel (2, 3 or 4)
Details are on page 44.
Program listing
guide channel
Your actual cable channel
16 | Preparation
To Watch the TV
1 Turn your VCR off, or press the VCR’s TV/VTR button
until the VTR indicator in the display window goes off.
2 Set A/B switch to B.
3 Switch on your cable box.
4 Tune the TV to the cable box output channel
(usually 2, 3, or 4).
5 Select the channel you want to watch with your cable
box.
6 After watching the TV, please remember to retum the A/B
Switch and cable box channel to the correct position.
To Watch the VCR
1 Tune the TV to CH 3 or CH 4, (or to A/V input if you
made A/V connections.)
2 Insert a cassette and press [> PLAY.
Details are on page 28.
To Record A Program
@ Unscrambled Channels
1 Switch 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 on the Remote
Commander.
Insert a blank cassette.
Press TIMER REC on the Remote Commander.
Leave the A/B switch in ‘A’.
NOOO
Scrambled Channels
Switch the A/B switch to ‘B’.
Switch on the cable box.
Select the channel you want to record on the cable box.
Enter the program's PlusCode number.
Press ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY on the Remote
Commander.
6 Insert a blank cassette.
7 Press TIMER REC on the Remote Commander.
8 Leave the A/B switch in ‘B’.
Details are on page 45.
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®@ With normal use, the batteries should last for
approximately six months.
@ {f you do not use the Remote Commander for an
extended period of time, remove the batteries to
avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
Remote Commander
2 insert two size AA (IEC designation R6) batteries
Setting the Command Mode
You
can
select
three
different
positions
for
the
Command
Mode
setting.
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Controlling Other Sony Video Equipment if Other Sony if other Sony video equipment does not have a
Video Equipment Has a COMMAND MODE Selector: COMMAND MODE selector, you can control other Sony
video equipment using the following COMMAND MODE
1 Set the Remote Commander COMMAND MODE 1/2/3 Settings:
selector to a position other than the one you selected
for this VCR. Infrared remote controlled Sony Betamax VCR's:
position 1
2 Set the COMMAND MODE selector of any other video (Some of them may not be controlled in this mode.)
equipment to the same position you selected in
step 1. Sony 8 mm format VCRs: position 2
Sony VHS format VCRs: position 3
Manufacturers and their Code Numbers (SLV-696HF only)
Your
Remote
Commander
is
preprogrammed
for
use
with
a
number
of
different
TV
sets.
If
your
TV
is
listed
in
the
table
below,
set
the
appropriate
manufacturer’s
code
prior
to
using
the
Remote
Commander
Manufacturer
Gode
Number
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18 | Preparation

Setting the Manufacturer's Code Number
The following steps show you how to use. your Remote
Commander to set the appropriate manufacturer's code NOTES:
number for a non-Sony TV. @ The TV/VTR button may not function, depending on
the manufacturer. If this problem occurs, use your
TV's remote control unit.
If more than one code number is listed, try entering
them one at a time until you find the one that works
with your TV.
If you enter a new code number, the code number
previously entered will be erased.
If you release the EXECUTE button before pressing
the ENTER button, the setting will be cancelled.
Some manufacturers may use a different remote
contro! system from the one programmed to work with
your VCR. If this is the case, and you are unable to
operate the TV with your Remote Commander, use
the TV's remote control unit instead.
When you replace the batteries in the Remote
Commander, the code number automatically resets to
1 (SONY). Reset the appropriate code number, if
necessary.
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Setting the Time and Date
You can set the VCR time and date on the TV screen using
the Remote Commander.
Example of Time and Date Setting
Example: To set to 3:32 pm, July 4, 1992 3 p EXECUTE
ress . CLOCK SET
“1/1 1992 WED 12:00 AM” is | 3{¢1/1992 weo 12:00
displayed. The leftmost 1, in
the “month” position, flashes.
Use @ and ¥ to move the cursor.
Use < and P to select the Items.
4 Press aor until 7 appears [ciock set
in the month position. Sferneez weo 12:00
5 Press P to make the next
number in the "day”
position flash.
1 Press MENU.
The main MENU appears.
> TIMER SET/CHECK
SET UP MENU
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS
CLOCK SET
CLOCK SET
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MENU
cursor
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to
CLOCK
SET.
TIMER
SET/CHECK
in
the
day
position.
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day
of
the
week
is
set
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SET VCR
Plus+
CHANNELS
automatically.
» CLOCK SET
20 | Preparation