Sony SLV-779HF - Video Cassette Recorder User manual

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SLV-779HF VHS HI-FI VCR
lFront A/V inputs
lEasySearch™ system with on-
screen navigation bar
lSony Cable Mouse® control
capable
lFull 17" width matches Hi-Fi
Components
lVCR Plus+® Timer Recording
lVHS Hi-Fi Stereo; MTS Stereo
TV Reception
l4-Head Dual Azimuth/Crystal
Clear effects
lAutoClock® Set
l19 micron video heads for
superior picture quality in EP
mode
lAdaptive Picture Control
lColor on-screen display
lMulti-brand remote control
lSony Smart Search
lEasy Setup button
lEnergy Star compliant
lMulti-lingual on-screen display
lChildLoc® circuitry
lHigh Speed Rewind
lAuto Head Cleaner
lDigital Auto Tracking
lMSRP: $249.99
Features
lVideo Features:
l19 Micron Video Heads Yields better picture quality in EP mode -
reduces the distortions caused by crosstalk.
lAdaptive Picture Control Tests each tape and the video head, and
adjusts both playback parameters to optimum levels.

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l4-Head Dual Azimuth/Crystal Clear Effects Two heads for LP
speed and two for EP optimize playback picture quality. They also
enable Crystal Clear freeze frame, frame advance and picture search.
lSharpness Control Lets you adjust fine detail using the remote and
on-screen display.
lAudio Features:
lVHS Hi-Fi Stereo Record/Play Enables stereo recording and
playback with wide dynamic range and full frequency response.
lMTS Stereo TV Tuning Lets you receive stereo broadcasts, even if
you don't own a stereo TV.
lProgramming Features:
lAutoClock Set
Feature that automatically sets the VCR clock-no more
flashing "12:00"!
lVCR Plus+ Programming System that makes timer programming as
easy as entering a number. Uses PlusCode numbers found in the TV
listings of over 600 newspapers and TV Guide magazine.
lSony Cable Mouse Capable System that coordinates your VCR and
Cable Box or Digital Satellite System Receiver. Makes it possible to
program a sequence of shows from cable or satellite. Also enables you
to choose cable or Digital Satellite System channels using the VCR
remote.
lConvenience Features:
lEasySearch System An on-screen navigation bar display of tape
position that makes finding and playing your selections easier than
ever.
lEasy Set-Up Button Push one button and the built-in menu system
guides you through VCR setup. Includes menu language select, Digital
Satellite System Receiver or cable box control setup, Auto Tuner
Presets, and VCR Plus( programming.
lSony Smart Search Makes it easier than ever to zip past commercials
and coming attractions. Press the button once to go into high-speed
picture search. Press again and the VCR stops, rewinds a few seconds
and Plays.
lColor On-Screen Display Sony's new menus are subtler, more
sophisticated and easier to read.
lMulti-lingual on-screen display Status and operating messages in
English, French or Spanish.
lAuto Tape Speed For timer recording, a system that automatically
changes the tape speed from SP to EP if the timer recording time is
longer than the tape left.
lAuto Head Cleaner Maximizes picture quality by automatically
cleaning tape residue every time you insert a tape.
lDigital Auto Tracking Keeps the rotary playback heads "in sync"
with the recorded tracks. Adjusts itself so you don't have to.
lFront A/V Inputs Enable you to hook up a camcorder or videogame
system without turning the VCR around. (Offered in addition to
conventional, rear-panel inputs.)
lChildLoc Circuitry Freezes control of the VCR except for timer
functions.

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lHigh-Speed Rewind Quickly and easily rewinds your tape.
lEnergy Star Compliant Saves money and helps protect the
environment by saving electricity in standby mode. Meets US
Environmental Protection Agency standards for energy conservation.
lRemote Control:
lMulti-Brand TV Remote Operates most major brands of TV.
Specifications
lRecording Speeds SP, EP
lPlayback Speeds SP, EP, LP
lChannel Coverage VHF:2-13, UHF:14-69, Cable:1-125
lTotal Channels 181
lVideo Signal-to-Noise Ratio 45 dB
lDynamic Range (VHS Hi-Fi) 90 dB
lFrequency Response (VHS Hi-Fi) 20-20,000 Hz
lWow & Flutter (WRMS, VHS Hi-Fi) 0.005%
lQuartz Timer Clock Backup: 1 hour
lProgramming (events/month) 8/1
Weight
l8 lbs., 13 oz.
Dimensions
l17 x 3 7/8 x 11 1/2"
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