Sony N71, SLV-N81 User Manual

3-065-551-11 (1)

Video Cassette Recorder

Operating Instructions

If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) or

write to: Sony Customer Information Services Center 6900-29 Daniels Parkway, PMB 330, Fort Myers, FL 33912

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: SLV-N81/N71 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ.07656 USA Telephone No.: 201-930-6972

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

SLV-N81 SLV-N71

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

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 importantoperating 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

• Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.

• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and haveit checked by qualifiedpersonnelbefore operating it any further.

• This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to useit for an extended periodof time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.

• Oneblade 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.

Installing

• Allowadequate 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 notinstall the unit near heat sourcessuchas 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 beoperatedin a horizontal position only.

• Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets,suchas microwave ovensor large loudspeakers.

• Do notplaceheavy 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 three hours beforeoperating the unit.

Information

For customers in the USA

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmfulinterference 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 interferencewill not occur in a 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 in terference by one or more of the followingmeasures:

• 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 help.

Owner’s record

The model andserial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in the spacesprovided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No._________________________ Serial No._________________________

WARNING

Important Safeguards

For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep thismanualfor future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on theappliance, orthe onedescribed in the operating instructions and adhere to them.

Use

Power sources

This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources,refer to the operating instructions.

Grounding or Polarization

This set is equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug havingone blade wider than the other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pinforgrounding). Follow the instructions below:

For the set wi th a polarized ac power cord plug:

This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in.

For the set with a three-wire grounding type ac plug:

This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to havea suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyondtheir capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into the set through openingsas they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts thatcould resultinafireorelectricshock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended bythe manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

Cleaning

Unplug the set from the wall outlet beforecleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.

Installation

Water and Moisture

Do not use power-line operated sets near water - for example,near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement,or near a swimming pool, etc.

Power-Cord Protection

Route the powercord so that it is notlikelytobewalkedonor pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles,and the point wherethe cord exits from the appliance.

Accessories

Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, andseriousdamage to the set. Use only a cart stand tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

Ventilation

The slots andopenings in the cabinet are providedfor necessary ventilation. Toensure reliable operation of the set, and to protectitfromoverheating, theseslots and openings must never be blocked or covered.

• Never cover the slots and openings with a clothorother materials.

• Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug orother similar surface.

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Important Safeguards

• Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

• Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

Antennas Outdoor antenna grounding

If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed, follow the precautions below.

An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overheadpowerlines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits. WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOORANTENNA SYSTEM,EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL. Be surethe antenna systemisgrounded so as toprovide some protectio nagainst voltage surgesand built-up static charges. Section 810 of the NationalElectrical Code provide sinformation with respecttoproper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit,connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code

Antenna Lead in Wire

Ground Clamp

Electric Service Equipment

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

Lightning

For added protecti on for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.

Antenna Discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductors (NEC Section810-21)

Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art 250 Part H)

Service

Damage Requiring Service

Unplug the set from the wall outletand refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

• Whenthe power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set.

• If the set has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped,or the cabinet has been damaged.

• If theset does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controlsthat are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation.

• When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service th e set yourself as opening or removing coversmayexpose you to dangerousvoltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safetychecks (as specified by the manufacturer)to determine that the set is in safe operating condition.

Important Safeguards

Table of contents

Getting Started

6 Step 1 : Unpacking 7 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander 9 Step 3 : Hookups

27 Selecting a language 28 Setting the clock 35 Setting up the cable box control (SLV-N81 only) 41 Presetting channels 48 Setting up the VCR Plus+® GOLD sy stem (SLV-N81 only) 55 Setting up the VCR Plus+® system (SLV-N71 only)

Basic Operations

59 Playing a tape 62 Recording TV programs 65 Recording TV programs using the

Dial Timer

70 Recording TV programs using the

VCR Plus+ or VCR Plus+ GOLD system

73 Setting the timer manually 76 Locking the VCR (Child Lock)

85 Searching for a selected point on the

tape

87 Locating a channel by Station ID

(SLV-N81 only)

88 Creating a favorite channel list with

Station ID (SLV-N81 only)

90 Adjusting the picture 92 Changing menu options 94 Editing with another VCR

Additional Information

Additional Operations

77 Playing/searching at various speeds 79 Setting the recording duration time 80 Checking/changing/canceling timer

settings

82 Recording stereo and bilingual

programs

84 Searching using the index function

96 General setup information

98 Troubleshooting 100 Specifications 101 Index to parts and controls 106 Index Back Cover

Quick reference to using the VCR

Getting Started

VCR Plus+, C3, ALLSET and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

Caution

Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of suchmaterial may be contrary to the provisionsof the copyrightlaws. Also, use

of this recorder with cable television transmissionmay require authorizationfrom the cable television transmission and/or program owner.

Table of contents

Getting Started

Step 1 : Unpacking

Check that you have received the following items with the VCR:

• Remote commander • 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors

• Size AA (R6) batteries

Check your model name

The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models: SLV-N81 and N71. Check your model name by looking at the rear panel of your VCR. SLV-N81 is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “SLV-N81 only.”

Unpacking

Step2:Settinguptheremotecommander

Inserting the batteries

Insert two size AA (R6) 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 this VCR and a Sony TV . Buttons on the remote commander marked with a dot (•) can be used to operate your Sony TV.

Getting Started

Remote sensor

•TV /VIDEO

123

To operate

the VCR VIDEO a Sony TV •TV

Notes

• With normal use, the batte ries should las t 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 use different types of batteries.

•TV /VIDEOto

Set

and point at the remote sensorat the VCR

and point at the remote sensorat the TV

continued

Setting up the remote commander

Controlling other TVs with the remote commander

The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TV is listed in the following table, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code number.

Set •TV /VIDEOatthetopoftheremotecommanderto•TV.

Hold down ?/1, and enter your TV’s code number using the number buttons.

Then release ?/1.

Now you can use the ?/1, VOL +/–, CH +/–, and TV/VIDEO buttons to control your TV. You can also use the buttons marked with a dot (•) to control a Sony TV. To control the VCR, reset •TV

Code numbers of controllable TVs

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.

/VIDEOto VIDEO.

TV brand

Sony 01 Akai 04 AOC 04 Centurion 12 Coronado 03 Curtis-Mathes 12 Daytron 12 Emerson 03, 04, 14 Fisher 11 General Electric 06, 10 Gold Star 03, 04, 17 Hitachi 02, 03 J.C.Penney 04, 12

Notes

• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.

• If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one programmed to work with the

• When you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number may change. Set

• When you press the AUDIO MONITOR button, your TV’s menu may appear on the TV

Code number

VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander.

the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries.

screen. To exit the TV menu, press the MENU button on the TV remote commander or wait until the menu disappears automatically.

TV brand

JVC 09 KMC 03 Magnavox 03, 08, 12 Marantz 04, 13 MGA/Mitsubishi NEC 04, 12 Panasonic 06, 19 Philco 03, 04 Philips 08 Pioneer 16 Portland 03 Quasar 06, 18 Radio Shack 05, 14

Code number

04, 12, 13, 17

TV brand

RCA 04,10 Sampo 12 Sanyo 11 Scott 12 Sears 07, 10, 11 Sharp 03, 05, 18 Sylvania 08, 12 Teknika 03, 08, 14 Toshiba 07 Wards 03, 04, 12 Yorx 12 Zenith 15

Code number

Setting up the remote commander

Step 3 : Hookups

Selecting the best hookup option

There are many ways in which your VCR can be hooked up. 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 your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to pages 10 and 11 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. Then follow one of the hookups below .If your TV doesn’t have A/V inputs, go directly to one of the hookups below. For hookup 1 or 2, use the Sony RM-CM101 Cable Mouse (cable box controller) (not supplied). For details on obtaining a Cable Mouse controller, contact the Sony Customer Information Services Center.

For SLV-N81 only

If you have Use Refer to

A cable box that is compatible with the Cable Mouse

A digital broadcast service’s digital satellite receiver that is compatible with the Cable Mouse

For both SLV-N81 and N71

If you have Use Refer to

No cable box or cable box with only a few scrambled channels

Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 4 Pages 21 to 23 Cable box with many scrambled channels Hookup 5 Pages 24 to 26

Hookup 1 Pages 12 to 14

Hookup 2 Pages 15 to 17

Hookup 3 Pages 18 to 20

Getting Started

After you’ve completed the connections, follow the instructions for setup. During setup, if you need more details on 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 to 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.

Hookups

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 VCR using these connections. For a true “home theater” experience, you should connect the audio outputs of your VCR or TV to your stereo system. If your TV doesn’t have A/V inputs, see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.

If your TV has the Control S function, hook up your VCR (SLV-N81 only) using the connection shown on page 11. This will allow you to operate your VCR by pointing your VCR’s remote commander at your TV.

If you’re not planning to use your VCR to record programs, you’re finished setting up the VCR after you’ve made the connections shown on pages 10 and 11. If you want to record regularor cableTV programs,complete these connectionsfirst, and then go to the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.

A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks

AUDIO VIDEO

LINE-1 IN

LINE OUT

Stereo receiverVCR

VIDEO AUDIO

AUDIO OUT

AUX IN

Hookups

Audio/video cable (not supplied)

Audio cable (not supplied)

B Use this hookup if your TV doesn’t have stereo jacks

Stereo receiverVCR

AUDIO VIDEO

LINE-1 IN

LINE OUT

Video cable (not supplied)

Note

• If you don’t have a stereo receiver, connect the white LINE OUT/AUDIO L jack to the

AUDIOINjackonyourTV.

VIDEO AUDIO

Audio cable (not supplied)

AUX IN

C Use this hookup if your TV has the Control S function (SLV-N81 only)

AUDIO VIDEO

CONTROL S

LINE-1 IN

LINE OUT

Control S cable (not supplied)

Notes

• To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.

• Use the RK-G69 Control S cable (not supplied) for Control S connections.

Completing A/V hookup:

After you’ve connected your TV and completed antenna or cable hookup, return to this procedure to complete VCR set up. This will prevent unwanted noise in the RF channel.

VIDEO AUDIO

CONTROL S OUT

AUDIO OUT

Audio/video cable

(not supplied)

Stereo receiverVCR

AUX IN

Getting Started

Audio cable (not supplied)

Press MENU and select ADVANCED OPTIONS.

TIMER SET/CHECK

SETTINGS

ADVANCED OPTIONS

SELECT : SET :

OK MENUQUIT :

Set AUTOANT SELECT to OFF and press OK.

ADVANCED OPTIONS

AUTO ANT SELECT AUTO STEREO TUNER AUDIO TAPE SELECT AUTO TAPE SPEED FAVORITE CH

RETURN

SELECT : SET :

OK MENUQUIT :

ON OFF

AUTO ON ON

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For details, see page 92.

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 in staller (in USA)

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.

Hookups

Hookup 1 (SLV-N81 only)

Using the cable box control feature

Recommended use

You should use this hookup if you have a cable box, especially if your cable system scrambles all or most channels. This hookup allows the VCR’scable box c ontrol feature to control the channels on the cable box, simplifying the recording process. A list of compatible cable boxes is on pages 37 and 38.

What you can do with this hookup

• Record any channel by using the Cable Mouse to select channels on the cable box

What you can’tdo

• Record with the cable box turned off

• Record one channel while watching another channel

Wall

PLUG IN

( )

POWER

CABLE BOX CONTROL

CONTROL S

VCR

OUT

Cable box

IN OUT

VHF/UHF

OUT

RM-CM101 Cable Mouse (not supplied)

Rearof TV

VHF/UHF

Match the type of

connector on your TV:A,B,orC.

VHF

For connector types

BandC,noUHF

UHF

connection is required.

VHF

UHF

Positioning the Cable Mouse

Place the Cable Mouse so that it hangs out over the front of the remote sensor on the cable box.

Side view

Hookups

Hookup 1 : VCR setup

Before you start…

• Turn on the VCR and the TV .

• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window.

SettheRFUNITswitchtoCH3

or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 96.

If you made A/V connections (from page 10), you do not need to adjust the RF UNIT switch.

Turn on your cable box.

Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

EASY

SET UP

RF UNIT

CH3

CH4

Getting Started

1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the

on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page

27.

2 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select

AUTO and press OK. For details, see page

29.

3 The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu

appears. Press M/m/</, toenter the ZIP/ POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You can also use the number buttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)

SET UP LANGUAGE

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP CLOCK SET

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP SMART CHANNEL MAPPING

ZIP / POSTAL CODE

SELECT : SET : NEXT :

0–9

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

AUTO MANUAL

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Hookups

4 The CABLE BOXCONTROLmenu appears.

Select ON. For details, see page 36.

SET UP CABLE BOX CONTROL

CABLE MOUSE BOX CODE NO.

BOX OUTPUT CH

SELECT : NEXT :

ON OFF

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

5 Enter your cable box code number and press

OK. For details, see page 36.

SET UP CABLE BOX CONTROL

CABLE MOUSE BOX CODE NO.

BOX OUTPUT CH

USE : NEXT :

–––

CH3

0–9 EASY SET UPCANCEL :

6 Select your cable box output channel and press OK.

SET UP CABLE BOX CONTROL

CABLE MOUSE BOX CODE NO.

BOX OUTPUT CH

SELECT : NEXT :

CH2 CH3 CH4 LINE

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP

SET UP IS DONE

You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ GOLD system for recording, go to page 48 for VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel set up.

Automatic clock setting

Once you’veset up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. “ACS” (Auto Clock Set) will flash in the display window and search for a time signal provided by some TV channels. After that, wheneveryou turn off the VCR, it checks the time and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time.

If you want to use the timer to record right away,or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 33.

Notes

• To use the Auto Clock Set feature, leave the cable box on.

• If the clock is not set, “ACS” will flash in the display window whenever the VCR is turned

off. During this time, the VCR will search for a time signal.

Hookups

Hookup 2 (SLV-N81 only)

Connecting to a digital satellite receiver

Wall

Recommended use

Use this hookup if you have a digital satellite receiver that is compatible with the Cable Mouse. It allows the VCR’scable box control feature to control the channel on the digital satellite receiver,simplifying the recording process. A list of compatible digital satellite receivers is on page 39.

What you can do with this hookup

• Record any channels by using the Cable Mouse to select channels on the digital satellite receiver

What you can’tdo

• Record with the digital satellite rec eiver turned off

• Record any channels from cable or an antenna (To record channels from cable or an antenna, turn off the cable box control feature.)

• Useacablebox

• Record programs with the VCR Plus+ GOLD system (To use the VCR Plus+ GOLD system, turn off the cable box control feature.)

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

Match the

type of

VCR

PLUG IN

( )

POWER

CABLE BOX CONTROL

CONTROL S

OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

LINE-1 IN

LINE OUT

VHF/UHF

OUT

RM-CM101 Cable Mouse (not supplied)

VHF/UHF

IN OUT

Positioning the Cable Mous

Place the Cable Mouse so that it hangs out over the front of the remote sensor on the digital satellitereceiver.

Digital satellite receiver

VHF

UHF VHF

UHF

connectoron your TV: A, B, or C.

Forconnector types B and C, no UHF connection is

required.

Side view

Getting Started

continued

Hookups

Hookup 2 : VCR setup

Before you start…

• Turn on the VCR and the TV.

• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window.

Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3

or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 96.

If you made A/V connections (from page 10), you do not need to adjust the RF UNIT switch.

Turn on your digital satellite receiver.

Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

EASY

SET UP

RF UNIT

CH3

CH4

1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the

on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page

27.

2 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select

AUTO and press OK. For details, see page

29.

3 The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu

appears. Press M/m/</, to enter the ZIP/ POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You can also use the number buttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)

SET UP LANGUAGE

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP CLOCK SET

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP SMART CHANNEL MAPPING

ZIP / POSTAL CODE

SELECT : SET : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

AUTO MANUAL

0–9

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Hookups

4 The CABLE BOX CONTROLmenu appears.

Select ON. For details, see page 36.

SET UP CABLE BOX CONTROL

CABLE MOUSE BOX CODE NO.

BOX OUTPUT CH

ON OFF

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

5 Enter your digital satellite receiver code

number and press OK. For details, see page

36.

SET UP CABLE BOX CONTROL

CABLE MOUSE BOX CODE NO.

BOX OUTPUT CH

USE : NEXT :

–––

CH3

0–9 EASY SET UPCANCEL :

6 Set your digitalsatellitereceiver output channel (BOX OUTPUT CH) to LINE

and press OK.

SET UP CABLE BOX CONTROL

CABLE MOUSE BOX CODE NO.

BOX OUTPUT CH

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

CH2 CH3 CH4 LINE

SET UP

SET UP IS DONE

You havenowcompletedhookup.

Automatic clock setting

Once you’veset up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. “ACS” (Auto Clock Set) will flash in the display window and search for a time signal provided by some TV channels. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks the time and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time.

If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 33.

Getting Started

Notes

• If the clock is not set, “ACS” will flash in the display window whenever the VCR is turned off. During this time, the VCR will search for a time signal.

• To successfully record a program from the digital satellite receiver, proceed as follows: – Leave the digital satellitereceiver on all the time. – Turn off the display (menu screen, channel number, etc.) of the digital satellite receiver. – To record or receive locked channels, unlock the channel before the VCR starts recording. – To set pay-per-view programs in the timer setting, order the pay-per-view program before

the VCR starts recording.

– Some programs are copy protected. You cannot record these programs.

Hookups

Hookup 3

You have no cable box, or a cable box with only a few scrambled channels

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.

What you can do with this hookup

• Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel on the VCR

What you can’tdo

• Record scrambled channels that require a cable box

Wall

Connect this cable directly to your TV if you don’thavea cable box.

Cable box

IN OUT

VCR

VHF/UHF

OUT

Rearof TV

VHF/UHF

VHF

B UHF VHF

C UHF

Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C.

For connector types B and C, no UHF connection is required.

Hookups

Hookup 3 : VCR setup

Before you start…

• Turn on the VCR and the TV .

• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window. SettheRFUNITswitchtoCH3

or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 96.

If you made A/V connections (from page 10), you do not need to adjust the RF UNIT switch.

Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

EASY

SET UP

RF UNIT

CH3

CH4

Getting Started

1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the

on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page

27.

2 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select

AUTO and press OK. For details, see page

29.

3 (For SLV-N81 only)

The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu appears. Press M/m/</, toenter the ZIP/ POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You can also use the number buttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)

SET UP LANGUAGE

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP CLOCK SET

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP SMART CHANNEL MAPPING

ZIP / POSTAL CODE

SELECT : SET : NEXT :

0–9

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

AUTO MANUAL

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Hookups

4 (For SLV-N81 only)

The CABLE BOX CONTROLmenuappears. Select OFF and press OK.

SET UP CABLE BOX CONTROL

CABLE MOUSE BOX CODE NO.

BOX OUTPUT CH

SELECT : NEXT :

ON OFF

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

5 The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set

ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and press OK. For details, see page 42.

SET UP TUNER PRESET

ANTENNA / CABLE

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

ANT CABLE

6 The AUTO PRESET starts.

SET UP TUNER PRESET CH 24

AUTO PRESET

PROCESSING

PLEASE WAIT

SET UP

SET UP IS DONE

You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ or VCR Plus+ GOLD system for recording, go to the page listed below.

For SLV-N81: Go to page 48 for VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel set up. ForSLV-N71:Gotopage55forVCRPlus+systemchannelsetup.

Automatic clock setting

If you want to use the timer to record right away,or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 33.

Note

• If the clock is not set, “ACS” will flash in the display window whenever the VCR is turned off. During this time, the VCR will search for a time signal.

Hookups

Hookup 4

Antenna hookup

Make the following connections if you’re using an antenna (if you don’t have cable TV).

A Usethishookupifyou’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

B Usethishookupifyou’re using a VHF-only antenna (you get

VCR

VHF/UHF

OUT

channels 2–13 only)

Rearof TV VHF/UHF

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

Getting Started

Match the type of connector on your TV:A,B,orC.

Rearof TV VHF/UHF

Match the type of

connector on your

VCR

VHF/UHF

OUT

TV:A,B,orC.

VHF

Forconnector type

B and C, no UHF

UHF

connection is required.

VHF

UHF

If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the VCR 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 97.

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Hookups

Hookup 4 : VCR setup

Before you start…

• Turn on the VCR and the TV.

• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window.

Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3

or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 96.

If you made A/V connections (from page 10), you do not need to adjust the RF UNIT switch.

Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

EASY

SET UP

RF UNIT

CH3

CH4

1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the

on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page

27.

2 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select

AUTO and press OK. For details, see page

29.

3 (For SLV-N81 only)

The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu appears. Press M/m/</, to enter the ZIP/ POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You can also use the number buttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)

SET UP LANGUAGE

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP CLOCK SET

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP SMART CHANNEL MAPPING

ZIP / POSTAL CODE

SELECT : SET : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

AUTO MANUAL

0–9

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4 (For SLV-N81 only)

The CABLE BOX CONTROLmenuappears. Select OFF and press OK.

SET UP CABLE BOX CONTROL

CABLE MOUSE BOX CODE NO.

BOX OUTPUT CH

ON OFF

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

5 The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set

ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and press OK. For details, see page 42.

SET UP TUNER PRESET

ANTENNA / CABLE

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

ANT CABLE

6 The AUTO PRESET starts.

SET UP TUNER PRESET CH 24

AUTO PRESET

PROCESSING

PLEASE WAIT

SET UP

SET UP IS DONE

You havenowcompletedhookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ or VCR Plus+ GOLD system for recording, go to the page listed below.

For SLV-N81: Go to page 48 for VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel set up. ForSLV-N71:Gotopage55forVCRPlus+systemchannelsetup.

Getting Started

Automatic clock setting

Once you’veset up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. “ACS” (Auto Clock Set) will flash in the display window and search for a time signal provided by some TV channels. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks the time and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time.

If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 33.

Note

• If the clock is not set, “ACS” will flash in the display window whenever the VCR is turned off. During this time, the VCR will search for a time signal.

Hookups

Hookup 5

Connecting a cable box with many scrambled channels

Recommended use

Use this hookup if your cable system scrambles all or most channels.

What you can do with this hookup

• Record any channel by selecting the channel on the cable box

What you can’tdo

• Record with the cable box turned off

• Record one channel while watching another channel

Wall

VCR

VHF/UHF

Cable box

IN OUT

OUT

Rearof TV

VHF/UHF

VHF

B UHF VHF

C UHF

Match the type of connector on your TV:A,B,orC.

For connector types B and C, no UHF connection is required.

Hookups

Hookup 5 : VCR setup

Before you start…

• Turn on the VCR and the TV .

• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window. SettheRFUNITswitchtoCH3

or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 96.

If you made A/V connections (from page 10), you do not need to adjust the RF UNIT switch.

Turn on your cable box.

Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

EASY

SET UP

RF UNIT

CH3

CH4

Getting Started

1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the

on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page

27.

2 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select

MANUAL and press OK. Then set the clock manuallyand press OK. For details, see page

34.

3 (For SLV-N81 only)

The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu appears. Press M/m/</, toenter the ZIP/ POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You can also use the number buttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)

SET UP LANGUAGE

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP CLOCK SET

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP SMART CHANNEL MAPPING

ZIP / POSTAL CODE

SELECT : SET : NEXT :

0–9

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

AUTO MANUAL

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Hookups

4 (For SLV-N81 only)

The CABLE BOX CONTROLmenuappears. Select OFF and press OK.

5 The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set

ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and press OK. For details, see page 42.

6 The AUTO

PRESET starts.

SET UP TUNER PRESET CH 24

AUTO PRESET

PROCESSING

PLEASE WAIT

SET UP CABLE BOX CONTROL

CABLE MOUSE BOX CODE NO.

BOX OUTPUT CH

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP TUNER PRESET

ANTENNA / CABLE

SELECT : NEXT :

EASY SET UPCANCEL :

SET UP

SET UP IS DONE

ON OFF

ANT CABLE

You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ or VCR Plus+ GOLD system for recording, go to the pages listed below.

For SLV-N81: Find the VCR Plus+ GOLD system Channel Listing in your program guide. For details, see page 48. Then enter all channels you want to record and the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4) as described on page 52.

ForSLV-N71:Gotopage55forVCRPlus+systemchannelsetup.

Automatic clock setting

To use the Auto Clock Set feature with this hookup, you need to manually select a channel that carries a time signal:

Tune the cable box to a channel that carries a time signal.

Select AUTO in the CLOCK SET menu to turn on the Auto Clock Set feature.

Turnoffthe VCR. It automatically sets the clock and adjusts for Daylight Saving

Time by picking up the time signal.

If you want to use the timer to record right away,or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 33.

Notes

• To use the Auto Clock Set feature, leave the cable box on.

• If the clock is not set, “ACS” will flash in the display window whenever the VCR is turned off. During this time, the VCR will search for a time signal.

Hookups

Selecting a language

You can change the on-screen display language.

Before you start…

• TurnontheVCRandtheTV.

• Set the TV to the VCR channel (channel 3 or 4). If your TV is connected to the VCR usingA/Vconnections, settheTVtovideo input.

• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window.

M/m OK

Getting Started

PLAY

Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight SETTINGS and press OK.

When using the EASY SET UP procedure, skip steps 1 and 2.

Press M/m to highlight LANGUAGE,then press OK.

SETTINGS

TUNER PRESET SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH CABLE BOX CONTROL CLOCK SET LANGUAGE

RETURN

SELECT : SET :

OK MENUQUIT :

LANGUAGE

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

SELECT :

SET :

MENUQUIT :

Press M/m to highlight ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL, or FRANÇAIS, then press

PLAY

Tip

• If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.

OK.

Selecting a language

Setting the clock

Using the Auto Clock Set feature

Some TV and cable channels transmit time signals with their broadcasts. YourVCR can pick up this time signal to automatically set the clock.

The Auto Clock Set feature works only if a channel in your area is broadcasting a time signal. If broadcasters in your area are not yet sending time signals, set the time manually (page 33).

Before you start…

• Turn on the VCR and the TV.

• Set the TV to the VCR channel (channel 3

or 4). If your TV is connected to the VCR usingA/Vconnections,set the TV to video input.

• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO

indicator in the VCR’s display window.

M/m OK

Setting the clock

PLAY

Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight SETTINGS and press OK.

When using the EASY SET UP procedure, skip steps 1 and 2.

Press M/m to highlight CLOCK SET, then press OK.

SETTINGS

TUNER PRESET SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH CABLE BOX CONTROL CLOCK SET LANGUAGE

RETURN

SELECT : SET :

OK MENUQUIT :

CLOCK SET

SELECT :

SET :

MENUQUIT :

AUTO MANUAL

PLAY

Press M/m to highlight AUTO, then press OK.

AUTO CLOCK SET

FULL AUTO CLOCK SET CH TIME ZONE DAYLIGHT SAVING

RETURN

SELECT : SET :

OK MENUQUIT :

YES

Getting Started

PLAY

Press M/m to highlight FULL AUTO, then press OK.

AUTO CLOCK SET

FULL AUTO CLOCK SET CH TIME ZONE DAYLIGHT SAVING

RETURN

SELECT : SET :

OK MENUQUIT :

YES NO

Press M/m to highlight YES, then press OK.

Press MENU to exit the menu.

To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the VCR. “ACS” will flash in the display window.

The VCR automatically sets the clock by searching for a channel that carries a time signal and sets your time zone and Daylight Saving Time (if applicable).

If your c lock is set to the wrong time zone or Daylight Saving Time, you can adjust these settings without turning off the Auto Clock Set feature (page 30).

Tip

• If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.

Notes

• The clock cannot be set automatically if you don’t receive a channel that carries a time signal in your area. If so, set the clock manually (see page 33).

• If there are only a few channels in your area that carry time signals, setting the clock automatically may take up to about 30 minutes. If nothing happens even after you wait about 30 minutes, set the clock manually.

• If you use Hookup 1 or 5, make sure you leave the cable box on.

• If the clock is not set, “ACS” will flash in the display window whenever the VCR is turned off. During this time, the VCR will search for a time signal.

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Setting the clock

If the clock does not activate

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Number buttons

M/m OK

Setting the clock

Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Using the Auto Clock Set feature.”

The AUTO CLOCK SET menu is displayed.

AUTO CLOCK SET

FULL AUTO CLOCK SET CH TIME ZONE DAYLIGHT SAVING

RETURN

SELECT : SET :

OK MENUQUIT :

YES NO

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