Sony SLV-KA200PL Instruction sheet

Video Cassette
Player
Operating Instructions
3-861-288-12 (1)
©1997 by Sony Corporation
SLV-KA200PL
SLV-KF300PL

Introduction
2
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.
The mains lead must only be changed at a
qualified service shop.
Precautions
Safety
• This unit operates on 110 – 240 V AC,
50/60 Hz. Check that the unit’s operating
voltage is identical with your local power
supply.
• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the
unit and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
• The unit is not disconnected from the mains
as long as it is connected to the mains, even
if the unit itself has been turned off.
• Unplug the unit from the mains 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.
• 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 unit 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.
Caution
Television programmes, 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
transmitter and/or programme owner.

Introduction 3
Table of contents
Getting Started
Getting Started
4Step 1: Unpacking
5Step 2: Setting up the remote commander
6Step 3: Hookups
Basic Operations
10 Playing a tape
Additional Operations
14 Playing/searching at various speeds
16 Karaoke sing-along
19 Enjoying the surround sound (Virtual Sound)
20 Adjusting the picture
21 Editing with another VCR
Additional Information
24 General setup information
25 Troubleshooting
27 Specifications
28 Index to parts and controls
back cover
Index

Getting Started
4
Getting Started
Step 1
Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the unit:
• Audio/video cable (3-phono to 3-
phono)
• Microphone
Checking your model name
The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models: SLV-KA200PL
and KF300PL. Check your model number by looking at the rear
panel of your unit. The SLV-KF300PL is the model used for
illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated
in the text, for example, “SLV-KA200PL only.”
• Remote commander
• R6 (Size AA) batteries
• 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type
connectors

Getting Started 5
Getting Started
Step 2
Setting up the remote commander
Inserting the batteries
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by
matching the + and – on the batteries to
the diagram inside the battery
compartment.
Insert the negative (–) end first, then push
in and down until the positive (+) end
clicks into position.
Using the remote commander
You can use this remote
commander to operate the unit
and a Sony TV. To operate this
unit, point at the remote sensor
on the unit. To operate the TV,
point at the remote sensor on
the TV.
Notes
• With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months.
• If you do not use the remote 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 one.
• Do not mix different types of batteries.
To
Turn the TV to standby or active mode
Turn on the TV power
Increase (+) or decrease (–) the TV volume
Change the TV programme position
Select an input source of the TV either from aerial in or from line in
Press
u(on/standby)
;(TV power)
VOL +/–
PROG(CH) +/–
TV/VIDEO
Remote sensor
;(TV power)
u
(on/standby)
TV/VIDEO
PROG(CH) +/–
VOL +/–
REC

Getting Started
6
Step 3
Hookups
Selecting the hookup
There are basically two ways to hookup this unit depending on whether
your TV has audio/video inputs or not.
If your TV has audio/video inputs
See “Audio/video (A/V) hookup” on page 7.
If your TV doesn’t have audio/video inputs
See “Antenna hookup” on pages 8 and 9.
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.

Getting Started 7
Getting Started
Audio/video (A/V) hookup
If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get a better picture
and sound if you hook up your unit using these connections.
You should also connect the audio outputs of your unit or TV to your stereo
system for a true “home theater” experience.
You’re finished setting up the unit after you’ve made the connections.
If your TV doesn’t have A/V inputs, see page 8 for antenna hookup.
continued
AUse this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
This unit Stereo receiver
TV
BUse this hookup if your TV doesn’t have stereo jacks
TV
This unit Stereo receiver
Tip
• You can also use LINE 2 OUT jacks on the front of the unit.
Notes
• (SLV-KF300PL only)
To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.
• (SLV-KA200PL only)
The sound is played back in monaural with either type of connection.
However, when stereo equipment is connected to the LINE 1/2 IN jacks, the sound
is output in stereo. If you connect stereo equipment to the LINE 1 IN jacks, set
AUDIO INPUT MODE on the rear of the unit to STEREO.
Video cable (not supplied) Audio cable (not supplied)
Audio/video cable (supplied)
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
AUDIO OUT
AUX IN
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE 1 IN
LINE 1 OUT
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE 1 IN
LINE 1 OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
IN
AUX IN

Getting Started
8
Step 3: Hookups (continued)
Make the following connections if your TV doesn’t have A/V inputs.
AUse this hookup if you’re using:
• VHF/UHF 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
Antenna hookup
VHF/UHF Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
A
Rear of TV
B
VHFC
UHF
VHF
This unit
UHF
BUse this hookup if you’re using a VHF-only antenna (you get
channels 2–13 only)
A
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
BFor connector types
B and C, no UHF
connection is
required.
C
UHF
VHF
VHF
UHF
This unit
If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the unit directly
If your antenna cable is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an external
antenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the VHF/UHF IN
connector. If you have separate cables for VHF and UHF antennas, you should use a
U/V band mixer (not supplied). For details, see page 24.
or
or
or
or
Antenna cable (supplied)
Antenna cable (supplied)
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF

Getting Started 9
Getting Started
When connecting the unit to the TV using only the antenna cable, you must
set the RF UNIT switch on the rear of the unit so that the TV can receive the
correct signal from the unit.
1Set the RF UNIT switch to
CH 3 or CH 4, whichever
channel is not used in your
area. If both are used, set the
switch to either channel.
2Insert a recorded tape into
the tape compartment.
The unit turns on and starts
playing automatically if you
insert a tape with its safety
tab removed.
3Press TV/VTR to turn on the
TV/VTR indicator in the
display window.
4Press ·PLAY (if playback
didn’t start in step 2).
5Turn on your TV and set it to
the channel you selected in
step 1 (channel 3 or 4).
The video playback picture
will be clearly displayed on
the TV screen.
Whenever you use the unit,
set the TV to the channel
selected in step 1.
Antenna hookup: Video cassette player setup
TV/VTR
·PLAY
RF UNIT
CH4
CH3

Basic Operations
10
Basic Operations
Playing a tape 6EJECT
PPAUSE
3/#
SEARCH
)FF
·PLAY
0REW
pSTOP
PLAY
1Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.
2Insert a tape.
The unit turns on, and starts playing
automatically if you insert a tape with its
safety tab removed.
3Press ·PLAY.
When the tape reaches the end, it will rewind automatically.
REC