Sony Video8 EV-A60 User manual

SONTY.
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
Video8
vcrplis+-
EV-A60
© 1995 by Sony Corporation

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
DO NOT OPEN
5 | CAUTION
| RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK |
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 risk 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.
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.
Precautions
Safety 2
* Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.
* Ifanything falls into the cabinet, unplug tKe 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 purpose 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 Sony
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.
Installing
¢ 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
slots.
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.
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* Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
° If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location,
moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage to the
video head and tape. When you first install the unit, or when
you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about one
hour before operating the unit.
Information
For customers in the USA
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications,
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur ina
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
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 or relocate the receiving antenna.
* Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
© Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
heip.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Caution
Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may
be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be
contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this
recorder with cable television transmission may require
authorization from the cable television transmission and/or
program owner.
Owner’s record
The model number is located at the rear and front of the unit and
the serial number on the top. Record these numbers in the spaces
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. Serial No.

Table of contents
4 Welcome!
Getting Started
5 Step 1: Unpacking
6 Step 2: Setting up the remote commander
7 ~~ ‘Step 3: Hoekups
19 Setting the clock
20s pPresetting channels
23 = Setting up VCR Plus+
25 Using the ADVANCED OPTIONS
Basic Operations
26 ~—s— Playing a tape
28 Recording TV programs
30 Recording TV programs using the timer
33 Recording TV programs using VCR Plus+
35 Checking/changing/cancelling timer settings
Additional Operations
37 = Editing with another VCR
Additional Information
39 General setup information
40 =‘ Troubleshooting
42 Specifications
43 _—Index to parts and controls
46 _—s Index
back Quick reference to using the VCR
cover
Introduction
3

Welcome!
4
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Sony Video Cassette Recorder (VCR). Here
are some of the features you'll enjoy with your VCR:
e Advanced editing function that lets you preset 8 events to be edited
e Flying erase head for smooth transfer between inserted portions
e VCR Pltis+* system that lets you quickly and easily preset the VCR to
record programs
*VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR
Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
Compatible color systems
This VCR is designed to play back using the NTSC color system.
Playback of video sources based on other color systems cannot be
guaranteed.
Compatible video systems
¢ This VCR uses the 8 mm video format.
e This VCR plays back in the SP mode (approximately 19/32 inches/
second) and the LP mode (approximately 5/16 inches/second). The
quality of the recorded picture in the LP mode, however, will not be
as good as that in the SP mode.
It can record only in the SP mode.
¢ This VCR does not record in the Hi8 video system, nor does this VCR
play back a tape recorded in the Hi8 video system.
¢ PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) recording/ playback, that is, digital
recording / playback, is not possible with this unit. The PCM sound
recorded on another VCR cannot be played back on this VCR.

Getting started
Step
1:
Unpacking
e
Remote
commander
e Size AA (R6) batteries
[~
e Audio/video cable
(2-phono plug to 2-phono plug)
e 75-ohm coaxial cable with
F-type connectors
e AC power cord
Check that you have the following items:
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‘ th Inserting the batteries
Step 2: Setting up e Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) matching the + and - on the
remote commander batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment.
lang
Notes
e¢ With normal use, the
batteries should last for
approximately three to six
months.
e If you do not use the remote
commander for an extended
period of time, remove the
batteries to avoid possible
damage from battery Using the remote commander
leakage.
* Do not use a new battery You can use this remote commander to operate this VCR and a Sony
with an old one. TV. Buttons on the remote commander marked with a dot (¢) can be
¢ Do not use different types of
used to operate your TV.
batteries. P y
Remote sensor
[TV] /(VTR)
es To operate Set [TV]/[VTR] to
"mes - the VCR and point at the remote sensor on the VCR
a Sony TV and point at the remote sensor on the TV
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Se ee Se a ee
Step 3: Hookups
Log
Caution
Connections between the
VCR’s VHF/UHF connector
and the antenna terminals of
the TV receiver should be
made only as shown in the
following instructions. Failure
to do so may result in
operation that violates the
regulations of the Federal
Communications Commission
regarding the use and
operation of RF devices. Never
connect the output of the VCR
to an antenna or make
simultaneous (parallel)
antenna and VCR connections
at the antenna terminals of
your receiver.
Note to CATV system
installer
This reminder is provided to
call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article
820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground
shall be connected to the
grounding system of the
building, as close to the point
of cable entry as practical.
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 8
then follow one of the hookups
below.
No cable box or cable box with Hookup 1 Page 10
only a few scrambled channels
Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 2 Page 12
Cable box with many scrambled Hookup 3 Page 14
channels
Cable box with only a few Hookup 4 Page 16
scrambled channels, using an
A/B switch
After you’ve completed the connections, follow the instructions for
setup including VCR Plus+ setup. During setup, if youneed 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
e Turn off the power to all equipment.
¢ Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are
completed.
e 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.
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rene If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get a better
| Audioivideo (AV) hookup | 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
VIDEO_AUDIO
ma mmm _ 4.5
LINE OUT
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
B_ Use this hookup if your TV doesn’t have stereo jacks
VCR
“3
AUDIO
VIDEQ
&
e
|
QR
LINE OUT
Audio/video cable (supplied)
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AN hookup: VCR setup
After you’ve connected your TV and completed antenna or cable hookup, use the following procedure to set up the
VCR.
Press MENU and select
ADVANCED OPTIONS.
“MENU
TIMER SET/CHECK
TUNER PRESET
CLOCK SET
SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS
ADVANCED OPTIONS
Use tl to select an
item.then push EXECUTE
For details, see page 25.
Sadie
Set AUTO ANT SEL to
OFF and press EXECUTE.
ADVANCED GPT IONS
BEVIS on [OFF
BUZZER ON _JOFF
DIMMER ON
Use ti to select an
item. then push «7
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Recommended use
' Use this hookup if you do not have a cable box. Also use this hookup if
your cable system scrambles only a few channels.
No
cable
box
;
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you
can
and
can’t
do
with
this
hookup
OF : What you can do
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box
with
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Record
any
unscrambled
channel
by
selecting
the
channel
on
the
VCR
ch annels e Record scrambled channels that require a cable box
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
IN
VHF/UHF
(isl
carats
Match
the
type
of
=
:
connector
on
your
: TV: A, B, or C.
VHF/UHF
:
OUT :
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B
For
connector
types
: B and C, no UHF
: © connection is
Connect
this
cable
directly
to
:
UHF
required.
your TV if you don’t have a : or
cable
box.
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