Sony SLV-640HF User Manual

3-759-981-21 (1)

Video Cassette

Recorder

Operating Instructions

VMS

SLV-640HF

1994 by Sony Corporation

WARNING

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

• 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

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 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

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 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 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
help.

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.

Safety

• Operate the unit only on 120V 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 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.

• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

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 them whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.

Model No. SLV-640HF Serial No.

Introduction

Table of contents

4 Welcome!

Getting Started

4 Step 1: Unpacking
5 Step 2: Setting up the remote commander

6 Step 3: Hookups

16 Selecting a language (Canadian model only)

17 Setting the clock

18 Presetting channels

21 Using the ADVANCED OPTIONS

Basic Operations

23 Playing a tape
26 Recording TV programs
30 Recording TV programs using the timer
33 Checking/changing/cancelling timer settings

Additional Operations

35 Playing/searching at various speeds
36 Adjusting the picture
37 Searching using the index function
38 Editing with another VCR

Additional Information

40 General setup information
41 Troubleshooting
43 Specifications

44 Index to parts and controls
46 Index

back Quick reference to using the VCR
cover

Introduction

Welcome!

Getting Started

Step 1; Unpacking

Thank you for purchasing the Sony Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
Here are some of the features you'll enjoy with your VCR:

• Easy Set Up feature that presets channels easily using the EASY SET
UP button

• On-screen menu that displays information in either English or French
(Canadian model only)

Check that you have the following items:

• Remote commander

• Size AA (R6) batteries

• Audio/video cable (3-phono to 3-phono)

• 75-ohm coaxial cable with

F-type connectors

Getting Started

step 2: Setting up the
remote commander

Notes

• With normal use, the
batteries should last for
approximately 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.

Inserting the batteries

Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - on the
batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment.

Using the remote commander

You can use this remote commander to operate this VCR and a Sony
TV. The POWER, VOL +/-, CH +/-, TV/VTR, channel number,
ENTER, DISPLAY and AUDIO MONITOR buttons on the remote
commander can be used to operate your TV.

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Getting Started

step 3: Hookups

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.

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

Cable box with many
scrambled channels

Audio/video (A/V) hookup,
then follow one of the hookups
below.

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Page 7

Page 8

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.

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

Antenna only, no cable TV

Cable box with only a few
scrambled channels, using
an A/B switch

Ffookup 2

Ffookup 3

Hookup 4

Page 10

Page 12

Page 14

After you've completed the connections, follow the instructions for
setup. During setup, if you need 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

• 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

If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get a better

Audio/video (AA/) hookup

A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks

picture and sound if you hook up your VCR using these connections. In
addition, 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 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.

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

AA/ hookup: VCR setup

After you've connected your TV and completed antenna or cable hookup, use the following procedure to set up the
VCR.

Note

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

Getting Started

Hookup 1

Cable box with many

Recommended use

Use this hookup if your cable company cannot supply a cable box that is
compatible with the VCR's cable box control feature, and your cable
system scrambles all, or most channels.

scrambled channels

What you can and can't do with this hookup

What you can do

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

What you can't do

• Record with the cable box turned off

• Record one channel while watching another channel

• Record by selecting channels directly with the VCR

8

Getting Started

Hookup 1: VCR setup

You are now ready to use your VCR

1 Set 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.
If you made A/V connections (from page 7), you can
skip this step.

2 Turn on your cable box.

3 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

The SET UP menu appears.

A Quick reference to operations is provided on the
back cover to help you quickly enjoy the basic
functions. These procedures differ slightly depending
on the hookup used. Make a note of which hookup you
used (Hookup 1) so that you can always follow the
correct instructions.

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(Canadian model only)

The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen
language to French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press
EXECUTE.

For details, see page 16.

H The CLOCK SET menu

appears. Set the MONTH,
DAY, YEAR, HOUR and
MINUTES and press EXECUTE.

For details, see page 17.

B The TUNER PRESET menu

appears. Set ANTENNA/
CABLE to ANT and press
EXECUTE.

For details, see page 18.

□ The AUTO PRESET starts.

For details, see page 18.

17/1 / 1995 SAT 3:Q0HM|

Use 5±l to select
current MONTH

Then,push H t 0 set
DAY

ANTENNA/CABLE

(TO' I CABLE]

Usel^^lt 0 select
Then push I EXECUTE I
Push iE^ SET UPl to quit

AUTO PRESET

EXECUTING

Please wai t

Normal display

SET UP is done

Getting Started

Hookup 2

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

or

Cable box with only a

few scrambled
channels

What you can and can't do with this hookup

What you can do

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

What you can't do

• Record scrambled channels that require a cable box

'] Q Getting Started

Hookup 2: VCR setup

You are now ready to use your VCR

1 Set 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.
If you made A/V connections (from page 7), you can
skip this step.

2 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

The SET UP menu appears.

A Quick reference to operations is provided on the
back cover to help you quickly enjoy the basic
functions. These procedures differ slightly depending
on the hookup used. Make a note of which hookup you
used (Hookup 2) so that you can always follow the
correct instructions.

I

(Canadian model only)

The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen

language to French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press
EXECUTE.
For details, see page 16.

The CLOCK SET menu
appears. Set the MONTH,

DAY, YEAR, HOUR and
MINUTES and press EXECUTE.
For details, see page 17.

B The TUNER PRESET menu

appears. Set ANTENNA/
CABLE to CABLE and press
EXECUTE.

For details, seepage 18.

□ The AUTO PRESET starts.

For details, see page 18.

17/1 / 1995 SAT 3:00AHl

Use to select
current MONTH

Then.pushHto set
DAY

ANTENNA/CABLE

[ANT I'MBI

U s e ^ 11 0 select
Then Dush IEXECÛTEI
Push lEASY SET UPl to quit

AUTO PRESET

EXECUTING

Please wai t

Normal display

SET UP Is done

Getting Started ^ ^

Make the following connections if you're using an antenna (if you don't

Hookup 3

have cable TV).

Antenna hookup

A Use this hookup if you're using:

• VHF/UHF antenna (you get channels 2-13 and channels 14 and higher)

• UFlF-only antenna (you get channels 14 and higher)

• separate VHF and UHF antennas

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

A

VHF

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or

UHF

B Use this hookup if you're using a VHF-only antenna (you get channels 2-13 only)

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

Q *

VHF

UHF
VHF

Match the type of
connector on your

TV: A, B, or C.

Match the type of
connector on your

TV: A, B, or C.

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

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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 that you can connect the
cable to the VITF/UHF IN connector. If you have separafe cables for

VFIF and UFIF antennas, you may use a U/V band mixer (not supplied).

For details, see page 40.

Getting Started

Hookup 3: VCR setup

You are now ready to use your VCR

1 Set 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.
If you made A/V connections (from page 7), you can
skip this step.

2 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

The SET UP menu appears.

(Canadian model only)

The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen
language to French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press
EXECUTE.
For details, see page 16.

A Quick reference to operations is provided on the
back cover to help you quickly enjoy the basic
functions. These procedures differ slightly depending
on the hookup used. Make a note of which hookup you
used (Hookup 3) so thaf you can always follow the
correct instructions.

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The CLOCK SET menu
appears. Set the MONTH,
DAY, YEAR, HOUR and
MINUTES and press EXECUTE.

For details, see page 17.

B The TUNER PRESET menu

appears. Set ANTENNA/
CABLE to ANT and press
EXECUTE.

For details, see page 18.

Q The AUTO PRESET starts.

For details, see page 18.

Normal display

17/1/ 1995 SAT 3^ÔÔiW

Use 55 1 0 select
current MONTH

Then,push H t o set
DAY

ANTENNA/CABLE

ÎT^iT I CABLEl

Usel^-^jt o select
Then push I EXECUTE I
Push lEASY SËTlj^ to quit

AUTO PRESET

PI ease wai t

ESI

SET UP is done

Getting Started

13

Hookup 4

Cable box with only a

few scrambled

Recommended use

By using an A/B switch (not supplied), this hookup allows you to
easily record both scrambled and unscrambled channels. With the A/B
switch set to position "A," you can record unscrambled channels by
selecting channels directly with the VCR. You only use position "B" and
the cable box to record a scrambled channel.

channels, using an A/B
switch

What you can and can't do with this hookup

What you can do

• Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel directly
with your VCR (the A/B switch is set to A)

• Record any scrambled channel by selecting the channel on the cable
box (the A/B switch is set to B)

What you can't do

• Record one channel while watching another channel

14 Getting Started

Hookup 4: VCR setup

1 Set 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.
If you made A/V connections (from page 7), you can
skip this step.

2 Set the A/B switch to "A."
3 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

The SET UP menu appears.

4 Preset the cable box output channel (usually 2,3, or

4).

Press MENU and select
TUNER PRESET.

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TIMER SET/CHECK

CLOCK SET
ADVANCED OPTIONS

Use 55 to sel ect an

item, then push [EXECUTE!

You are now ready to use your VCR

A Quick reference to operations is provided on the
back cover to help you quickly enjoy the basic
functions. These procedures differ slightly depending
on the hookup used. Make a note of which hookup you
used (Hookup 4) so that you can always follow the
correct instructions.

Set MANUAL SET to ADD
and press EXECUTE.

ANTENNA / CABLElÂNÏ^ [Gm£.\
AUTO PRESET

AFT
F I NE TUN ING

Select CH wi t h 10-9| Push

lENTERI.f^^ to ADD/ERASE

For details, see page 18.

s.

(Canadian model only)

The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen
language to French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press
EXECUTE.

For details, see page 16.

B The CLOCK SET menu

appears. Set the MONTH,
DAY, YEAR, HOUR and
MINUTES and press
EXECUTE,

For details, see page 17.

B The TUNER PRESET menu

appears. Set ANTENNA/
CABLE to CABLE and

17/1 / 1995 SAT 3 : OOllll

Use * 0 select

current MONTH

Then,push@to set
DAY

ANTENNA/CABLE

I ANT \Qm\ÆÎ

press EXECUTE.

For details, see page 18.

Q The AUTO PRESET starts.

For details, see page 18.

Usel^^lt o select

Then push I EXECUTE!

Push [EASYZSETZQP] to quit

AUTO PRESET

Please wait

BSI

Normal display

SET UP is done

Getting Started

15

Selecting a language

(Canadian model only)

MENU

CURSOR

EXECUTE

If you prefer French to English, you can change the on-screen display
language.
When you set up your VCR for the first time, you can select the on
screen display language using the EASY SET UP button (pages 9,11,13
and 15). You can also change the language using the menu.

1 Press MENU.

The main MENU appears on the TV

screen.

Press the CURSOR (^/4) buttons to move the cursor (I) to LANGUAGE, then press EXECUTE.

The LANGUAGE menu appears on the
TV screen.

Using the CURSOR (f/4^) buttons, select ENGLISH or FRANÇAIS, then press EXECUTE.

TUNER PRESET
CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

ADVANCED OPTIONS

Use to seI ect an

item,then push [EXECUTEI

rENQMSH I

FRÀNÇAIS~|

Use l^'^l to se I ect

i t em .then push I EXECUTE!

Getting Started

16

Setting the clock

MENU

CURSOR

EXECUTE

Set the time and date to use the timer feature for recording programs.
When you set up your VCR for the first time, you can set the clock using
the EASY SET UP button (pages 9,11,13 and 15). You can also set the
clock using the menu.

1 Press MENU.

The main MENU appears on the TV

screen.

Press the CURSOR {^1^) buttons to
move the cursor (I) to CLOCK SET,
then press EXECUTE.

Set the month using the CURSOR

buttons.

TIMER SET/CHECK

TUNER PRESET
CLOCK SET
ADVANCED OPTIONS

Use I ■»'»I to s e I e ct an

Item,then push [EXECUTE]

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Use

+♦1 to select

cur r

ent MONTH

Then .push S to set
DAY

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Use (+5 Io select
current MONTH

Then push 10 set
DAY

I

s

a.

Note

• The menu disappears
automatically if you don't
proceed for more than a few
minutes.

Press CURSOR ^ to highlight the
day. Set the day using the CURSOR
('t/4^) buttons.

The day of the week is set automatically.

Press CURSOR ^ to highlight the
year. Set the year using the
CURSOR buttons.

6 Press CURSOR ^ to highlight the

hour. Set the hour using the
CURSOR buttons.

Press CURSOR ^ to highlight the
minutes. Set the minutes using the
CURSOR (il^) buttons.

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Use to select
current DAY

Then push @ t o set
YEAR

17/4/ t&95 TUE 12^ÖÖÄÜ]

Use |^»♦| to select

current YEAR

Then push 10 set
HOUR

[7/4/1

995 TUE 8:ÜÜM1

Use

to select

current

HOUR

Then pu sh @ to set

Ml NUTE

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Use 14'»I to select

current Ml NUTE

When done push IEXECUTEI

to start clock

8 Press EXECUTE to start the clock.

Getting Started '17

Presetting channels

(Skip this section if you are using

cable box control.)

This VCR is capable of receiving VHP channels 2 to 13, UHF channels 14
to 69 and unscrambled CABLE channels 1 to 125. First, we recommend
that you preset the receivable channels in your area using automatic
presetting. Then, if there are any unwanted channels, disable them
manually. If you have decided which channels you wish to preset, set
them directly using manual presetting.
When you set up your VCR for the first time, you can preset the
channels using the EASY SET UP button (pages 9,11,13 and 15). You
can also preset the channels using the menu.

MENU

CURSOR

EXECUTE

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 using A/V connections, set the TV to video
input.

• Press TV/ VTR to display the VTR indicator in the VCR's display
window.

• Press INPUT SELECT so that a channel number appears in the VCR's
display window.

Presetting all receivable channels automatically

1 Press MENU.

The main MENU appears on the TV
screen.

Press the CURSOR {fl\) buttons to
move the cursor (I) to TUNER
PRESET, then press EXECUTE.

The TUNER PRESET menu appears on
the TV screen.

TUNER PRESET
CLOCK SET
ADVANCED OPTIONS

Use to sei ect an

item, then push [EXECUTE!

ANTENNA / CABLE |/WT | CABLH
AUTO PRESET

ui

AFT IbN
FINE TUNING

Use [♦♦I to s e I e clan

I tern, then push

Getting Started

18

Press the CURSOR i^l\) buttons to
move the cursor (I) to ANTENNA/
CABLE.

Select ANT or CABLE using the
CURSOR (<^/-^) buttons:

• To preset cable TV channels, select
CABLE.

• To preset VEIF and UHF channels,
select ANT.

AUTO PRESET

MANUAL SET lAI«)

AFT PN
FINE TUNING

Use |44-[ to s e I e c t an

item,then push

ERASE!

OFF 1

MENU

CURSOR

EXECUTE

Number
buttons,
ENTER

Press the CURSOR {fl\) buttons to
move the cursor (I) to AUTO
PRESET, then press EXECUTE.

All receivable channels are preset in
numerical sequence. When no more
receivable channels can be found,
presetting stops and the picture from the
lowest numbered channel is displayed on
the TV screen.

Presetting/disabling channels manually

Display the TUNER PRESET menu.

For instructions, follow steps 1 and 2 in

"Presetting all receivable channels

automatically."

Select the channel to preset or

disable:

• To preset a channel, enter the channel
number by pressing the number
buttons then ENTER.

• To disable a channel, select the channel
number by pressing CH +/-.

ADD
3N

PRESET,

I CABLEI

ERASE

I OFF

ANTENNA/CABLE ANT

K!I EBE g5l$B*

MANUAL SET
AFT
FINE TUNING

To start AUTO
push [execute!

ANTENNA / CABLE |A^П•
AUTO PRESET

AFT DN

FINE TUN ING

Use l^’*! to s e I e ct an

item,then push

ANTENNA / CABLE lANf I CABLE|
AUTO PRESET

■ lllilHhiMl Ji

AFT Ml

FINE TUNING

Select CH wi th Push
ENTER to ADD/ERASE

I

CH +/-

Set MANUAL to ADD or ERASE,
using the CURSOR {■^1^) buttons:

• To preset a channel, select ADD.

• To disable a channel, select ERASE.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to preset or
disable channels as required, then
press EXECUTE.

ANTENNA / CABLESNT~TCABLEI
AUTO PRESET

AFT

FINE TUNING

Se I ect CH wi I h [0^ Push
ENTER .(^5 to ADD/ERASE

Getting Started

19

Cable TV channel assignment

Cable TV systems use letters or numerals to designate channels. This
VCR is designed to correspond with standard cable systems. The chart
below shows the channel numbers on this VCR and the corresponding
cable TV channels. Note that the channel number assignment shown in
the chart may not correspond to the channel number used by your local

cable company. Check with your local cable TV company for more

information on the available channels.

MENU

CURSOR

EXECUTE

Number
buttons,

ENTER

Number on this VCR

1 2 3 12 13

Cable TV channel A-8

18 19 20 21 22 23

H I

32 33 34 35 36 37 38

W W+1 W+2 W+57W+58 A-5 A-4 A-3 A-2

124 125

99

U

100 101

2

3

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If the picture is not clear

Normally, the Auto Fine Tuning (AFT) function automatically tunes in
channels clearly. If, however, the picture of a channel is not clear, you
may also use the manual tuning function.

Display the TUNER PRESET menu.

For instructions, follow steps 1 and
"Presetting all receivable channels
automatically."

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Select the channel you want to
fine-tune by pressing the number
buttons and then ENTER.

Press the CURSOR ifl\) buttons to
move the cursor (I) to FINE TUNING.

The fine tuning meter appears.

Press the CURSOR (•^/■^) buttons
to get a clearer picture, then press
EXECUTE.

Note that the AFT setting switches to
OFF.

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Using the ADVANCED

The ADVANCED OPTIONS menu allows you to make a number of

optional setup choices. For a hst of menu choices, see the table on page 22.

OPTIONS

MENU

CURSOR

EXECUTE

1 Press MENU.

The main MENU appears on the TV
screen.

Press the CURSOR (f/'f) buttons to
move the cursor (I) to ADVANCED
OPTIONS, then press EXECUTE.

The ADVANCED OPTIONS appears on
the TV screen.

Press the CURSOR {^1^) buttons to
move the cursor (I) to the desired
menu choice.

Set the item to the desired setting
using the CURSOR (-^/■^) buttons.

Press EXECUTE to return to the

original screen.

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CLOCK SET
ADVANCED OPTIONS

Use l'»^l to seI ect ar

item,then push lEXECUTEl

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AUTO STEREO
DIMMER ON OFF
AUDIO MIX ON

NORMAL AUDIO
GUIDE LAMP ON OFF
TAPE SELECT

ON
ON

MAIN

OFF
OFF

OFF
SAP

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Using the ADVANCED
OPTIONS (continued)

Menu choices

Initial settings are indicated in bold letters.

Menu option

AUTO ANT SEL

AUTO STEREO

DIMMER

AUDIO MIX

NORMAL AUDIO

GUIDE LAMP

TAPE SELECT

Set this option to

• ON if your TV is connected only to VHP/

UHF OUT on the VCR. To play a tape, set
the TV to the VCR channel (channel 3 or 4).

• OFF if your TV is connected to both VHF/
UHF OUT and LINE OUT on the VCR.
To play a tape, set the TV to the VCR
input.

• ON to receive stereo programs.

• OFF to reduce noise in a stereo program.
Although the sound may improve, the
sound becomes monaural.

For details, see page 28.

• ON to make the display window dim.

• OFF to make it brighter.

• ON to listen to the sound recorded on the
hi-fi audio track and the normal audio
track simultaneously. The AUDIO
MONITOR button becomes inoperative.

• OFF to select the sound using the AUDIO
MONITOR button.

For details, see page 25.

• MAIN to record the main sound on both
the hi-fi and normal audio tracks.

• SAP to record the SAP (Second Audio
Program) sound on the normal audio
track. The main sound is recorded on the
hi-fi audio track.

For details, see page 28.

• ON to illuminate the borders of the dual
mode shuttle ring and the buttons on the
VCR which you can operate in the present
condition, telling you what you can do

with your VCR.

• OFF to turn them off.

• "-120" or "~160" to select the length of the

tape, allowing to display the remaining
tape length.
For details, see page 24.

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Getting Started

Basic Operations

Playing a tape

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This section shows you how to play back a video tape.

1 Turn on your TV and tune in to the

VCR:

• If the TV is connected to the VCR using
the audio/video cable, set the TV to

video input.

• If the TV' is connected to the VCR using

only the antenna cable, set the TV to
the channel for the VCR.

2 Insert a tape.

The VCR turns on automatically. The tape
starts playing automatically if its safety
tab has been removed.

3 Press O PLAY to start playing.

When the tape reaches the end, the VCR
automatically rewinds it to the beginning.
(The power remains on.)

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Tip

• For further information on
searching and playback
functions, see "Playing/
searching at various speeds"
on page 35.

Note

• Tapes recorded in LP mode
can be played on this VCR,
while playback picture
quality in modes other than
normal forward speed is not

guaranteed.

I STOP

Additional tasks

To Press

Stop play ■ STOP

Pause play

Resume play after pause

Search forward ►► FF or I® SEARCFi during playback

Search backward

Fast-forward the tape

Rewind the tape

Eject the tape

II PAUSE

II PAUSE or O PLAY

◄◄ REW or @ SEARCFI during playback

►► FF during stop

REW during stop

± EJECT

Basic Operations

23

Playing a tape (continued)

Displaying the date and time, remaining tape length and time counter

Press DISPLAY to turn, the display on or off.

Data and time

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SP 1 0 : 00 : 22 I

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Remaining tape length

The white bar represents the

approximate length of tape remaining.

Time counter

Displaying the remaining tape counter

Press COUNTER/REMAIN to display the remaining tape counter in the
display window. To display it on the TV screen, press DISPLAY to turn
the display on, then press COUNTER/REMAIN. Each time you press
COUNTER/REMAIN, the time counter and the remaining tape counter
appear alternately.

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When you use a tape with more than 2-hour recording, select

"~160" from the menu.

1 Press MENU and select ADVANCED OPTIONS.

-120" or

Notes

• When you insert a tape with
a short tape length such as T­20, T-30 or a non-standard
commercially available tape,
the remaining tape length
may not be correct.

• The display will not appear
during still mode or slow-

motion playback.

Notes

• When a tape is reinserted,

the counter returns to
"OHOOMOOS."

• The counter will not work

on tape portions with no
recording.

AUTO STEREO
DIMMER
AUDIO MIX
NORMAL AUDIO
GUIDE LAMP
TAPE SELECT

TOW

2 Set TAPE SELECT to "~120" or "~160"

using the CURSOR (♦/■^/buttons.

AUTO ANT SEL
AUTO STEREO
DIMMER
AUDIO MIX
NORMAL AUDIO
GUIDE LAMP

ON

ON OFF
ON
MAIN
ON OFF

-120

3 Press EXECUTE to store the setting.

Using the time counter

At the point on a tape that you want to find later, press COUNTER

RESET to reset the counter to "OHOOMOOS." When you rewind or
advance the tape to this point, refer to the counter.

-160

OFF
OFF

OFF
SAP

24 Basic Operations

Playing stereo and bilingual programs

Press AUDIO MONITOR to select the desired sound. Each press of the
button changes the display on the VCR.

To listen to a
Stereo tape

Stereo

Bilingual tape

Left and right channels

VCR's display
window

STEREO

Left channel Left channel L

Right channel

Monaural on normal
audio track

Right channel

Sound on normal audio
track (SAP)

R

No indicator appears

How sound is recorded on a video tape

This VCR records sound onto two different tracks. High-fidelity sound
(usually stereo) is recorded onto the main track along with the picture.
Monaural sound is recorded onto the normal audio track along the edge
of the tape.

. Monaural sound

Normai audio track
Main track

V

Hi-fi sound and
video signais

Notes

• When you play a tape
recorded in monaural, the
sound is heard in monaural
regardless of the AUDIO
MONITOR setting.

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

• If AUDIO MIX in the
ADVANCED OPTIONS is
set to ON, the AUDIO
MONITOR button doesn't
work.

Note

• If AUDIO MIX remains ON,
the AUDIO MONITOR
button remains inoperative.

To listen to hi-fi and normal audio at the same time

1 Press MENU artd select ADVANCED OPTIONS.

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Set AUDIO MIX to ON using the CURSOR
i\/\/■♦■/buttons.
The AUDIO MONITOR button becomes
inoperative, and the sound you hear is mixed.

Press EXECUTE to store the setting.
After playing the tape, reset AUDIO MIX to
OEE.

AUTO STEREO '
DIMMER
AUDIO MIX
NORMAL AUDIO '
GUIDE LAMP
TAPE SELECT

AUTO ANT SEL
AUTO STEREO
DIMMER

NORMAL AUDIO [!
GUIDE LAMP
TAPE SELECT

OFF

w
ON OFF

ON OFf

OFF

ON

SAP

MAIN
ON

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-160

-120

Basic Operations 2 5

Recording TV
programs

This section shows you how to record TV programs in the most basic
way: manual recording. With manual recording, you start the VCR
recording when the program begins, then stop it when the program
ends. The VCR also provides the following ways of recording.

• Manually start recording, then stop it automatically—"Recording

using the quick timer" (page 27)

• Automatically start and stop recording—"Recording TV programs

using the timer" (page 30)

1 Turn on your TV and tune in to the VCR:

• If the TV is connected to the VCR
using the audio/video cable, set the
TV to video input.

• If the TV is connected to the VCR
using only the antenna cable, set the
TV to the channel for the VCR.

When using a cable box, turn it on.

2 Insert a tape with its safety tab in

place.

CH +/-

3 Press INPUT SELECT until a channel

number appears in the VCR’s
display window.

TAPE SPEED

Note

• If you insert a tape with its
safety tab removed, the VCR
starts playing. To record on
this tape, cover the tab hole.

Tip

• To select channels, you can

also use the number buttons
on the remote commander.
Enter the desired channel
number using the number
buttons, then press ENTER.

INPUT SELECT

• REC

Select the desired channel by

pressing CH +/-.

VTR.

Select the tape speed, SP or EP, by
pressing TAPE SPEED.

See "To select tape speeds" on the

following page.

Start recording by pressing • REC .

When the tape reaches the end, the VCR
automatically rewinds it to the beginning.

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Tips

• The display appears on the

TV screen indicating
information about the tape,
but the information will not
be recorded on the tape.

• If you don't want to watch

TV while recording, you can
turn off the TV. When using
a cable box, make sure to
leave it on.

To stop recording

Press ■ STOP.

To select tape speeds

When recording, select either SP or EP. EP provides recording time
three times as long as SP. However, SP provides better picture quality.
You can mix SP and EP on the same tape. When playing back, the VCR
automatically detects the tape speed. See the table below for the
maximum recording/playback time in each speed.

Note

• If you've inserted a tape with

its safety tab removed, the
VCR ejects it when you press

• REC.

Tape type

T-160 2 hrs. 40 min. 8 hrs.

T-120 2hrs.

T-60 Ihr. 3 hrs.

T-30 30 min. 1 hr. 30 min.

Maximum recording/playback time
SP

EP

6 hrs.

Recording using the quick timer

The quick timer enables you to record for a specified period of time in
intervals of 30 minutes. Once you specify the recording time, the VCR
automatically stops recording. Before you begin, check that the clock is
set correctly.

After you start recording, press QUICK TIMER until the desired
duration appears in the display window. The TIMER indicator on the
VCR lights up. Each press increases the recording duration in
increments of 30 minutes as shown below.

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The recording duration decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the
VCR turns off automatically.

To stop recording

Press ■ STOP.

To extend the recording duration while recording

Press QUICK TIMER until the desired duration appears in the display
window.

Basic Operations

27

Recording TV programs

(continued)

Watching a TV program while recording another

You can watch a TV program and record another at the same time.

1 Press TV/ VTR to turn off the VTR indicator in the display window.

2 If the TV is connected to the VCR using the audio/video cable, set th(

TV to TV input.
If the TV is connected to the VCR using only the antenna cable, skip
this step.

3 Select the desired channel on the TV.

Recording stereo and bilingual programs

stereo programs

This VCR automatically records stereo programs in stereo. When stereo
programs are received, the STEREO indicator on the VCR lights up. If
noise occurs while receiving a stereo program, record the program in
monaural. Follow the steps below.

Bilingual programs

Normally, this VCR records main sound on both main and normal
audio tracks. To record SAP (Second Audio Program) sound on normal

audio track, follow the steps below.

Tip

• For information on how the
VCR records sound, see
"How sound is recorded on
a video tape" on page 25.

Note

• Set NORMAL AUDIO to
MAIN when not recording
SAP sound, or no sound is
recorded on the normal
audio track. If no sound is
recorded on the normal
audio track and you play the
tape on a mono VCR, you
will see only video—no
audio will be heard.
However, you will receive
both audio and video if you
play back this tape on a
stereo VCR.

1 Press MENU and select ADVANCED OPTIONS.

mummum

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AUTO STEREO
DIMMER
AUDIO MIX Ion
NORMAL AUDIO
GUIDE LAMP Ion
TAPE SELECT -160

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ON

ON

OFF
OFF

Off

SAP

Off

To record stereo programs in monaural:

Set AUTO STEREO to OFF using the CURSOR
buttons.

AUTO ANT SEL

AUTO STEREO

DIMMER
AUDIO MIX
NORMAL AUDIO
GUIDE LAMP ON

TAPE SELECT

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SAP

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To record SAP sound on normal audio track:

Set NORMAL AUDIO to SAP using the CURSOR
buttons.

AUTO ANT SEL
AUTO STEREO
DIMMER
AUDIO MIX

NORMAL AUDIO MAIN

GUIDE LAMP ON
TAPE SELECT

9N
ON 1 OFF

ON OFF
ON 1 OFF

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1-160

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OFF

3 Press EXECUTE to store the setting.

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Basic Operations

To monitor SAP sound while recording

Press AUDIO MONITOR until the SAP indicator lights up in the
display window.

Saving a recording

Video tapes have a safety tab to protect against accidental recording. To
prevent accidental erasure of a recording, break off the safety tab with a
screwdriver or other tool. A tape with its safety tab removed ejects if
you try to record on it.

To record on a tape with its safety tab removed, cover the tab hole with
adhesive tape.

Adhesive tape

Basic Operations

29

Recording TV
programs using the

timer

POWER

This section shows you how to let the VCR automatically start and stop
recording TV programs. You can preset up to eight programs within a
one month time frame.

Before you start...

• Check that the clock is set correctly.

• Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer
than the total recording time.

• Turn on your TV and tune in to the VCR.
When using a cable box, turn it on.

MENU

CURSOR

EXECUTE

Press MENU and select TIMER SET/ CHECK.

If the clock needs to be set, "Please set the
clock" appears on the screen and the VCR
automatically enters the clock setting
mode.

2 Set the date to start recording:

1 Press CURSORS.

Make sure today's date is highhghted.
If it isn't, reset the clock to the correct
time.

2 Press CURSOR ♦ to set the month and

date.
The day of the week is set
automatically.

To record the same program every day or

the same day once a week, see "Daily/
weekly recording" on page 32.

3 Set the time to start recording:

1 Press CURSOR ^ to highhght the

hour under "START," then press the
CURSOR (♦/■^) buttons to set the
hour.

2 Press CURSOR to highhght the

minutes under "START," then press

the CURSOR (\/buttons to set the
minutes.

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START STOP

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Press CURSOR then set the time
to stop recording in the same way.

DATE START STOP CH
7/5 m 7:Q0AM — SPl

Tips

• To set the channel, you can
also use CH +/- or number
buttons.

• To record a video source

from the LINE IN jacks,
press INPUT SELECT to
display "LINE" in the "CH"
position.

Tip

• To set the recording tape

speed, you can also use
TAPE SPEED.

Tip

• To change or correct a

setting before confirming it,
press CURSOR ^ to
highlight the item you want
to change and reset it.

Press CURSOR then press the
CURSOR (‘f/4^) buttons to select the
channel you want to record.

Only the channels preset in the VCR will
appear. When using a cable box, the cable
box channels appear.

Press CURSOR then press the
CURSOR (^/4^) buttons to select the
tape speed, SP or EP.

See "To select tape speeds" on page 27.

To confirm your program, press
CURSOR

All the settings stop being highhghted
and the cursor (I) appears in the leftmost
column.
To preset another timer setting, move the
cursor to the next line using CURSOR 4
and repeat steps 2 to 7.

8 After making the desired timer

settings, press EXECUTE.

DATE START STOP CH

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-/-

DATE START STOP CH
7/5 WED 7 : 00AM 8 : OOAW 6

-/ —

-/ —

START STOP CH

7/5 WED 7 :00AM 8:00AM 6 EP|

Press POWER to turn off the VCR.

The TIMER indicator on the VCR hghts
up and the VCR stands by for recording.
When using a cable box, leave it on.
The VCR automatically turns on and

starts recording at the preset start time,

and turns off at the preset stop time.

To stop recording while recording

Press ■ STOP.

Basic Operations 31

Recording TV programs using the timer (continued)

To use the VCR while recording

You can do the following tasks during timer recording.

To

Press

Reset the counter to "OHOOMOOS"

Display tape information on the TV
screen

Check the timer settings

Watch another TV program

COUNTER RESET

DISPLAY

MENU and select TIMER SET/CHECli

TV/VTR (See "Watching a TV prograij
while recording another" on page 28.) 1

Using the VCR before timer recording begins

Press POWER to turn on the VCR. The TIMER indicator on the VCR
goes off and the VCR is ready for use.

After using the VCR, turn off the VCR again to turn on the TIMER

indicator on the VCR. When using a cable box, leave it on. Remember I
turn off the VCR before the time you've set the VCR to start recording,

or the timer setting will be cancelled.

Daily/weekly recording

1

1

Daily/weekly recording

T

the current date

I

SUN-SAT

MON-SAT

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MON-FRl

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EVERY SAT

EVERY MON

\

EVERY SUN

1 month later

(cycles backward)

Daily recording records the same program every day of the week;

weekly recording records the same program on the same day, every

week.

When you set the date to start recording in step 2 of "Recording TV

programs using the timer," press CURSOR 4 until the desired day

appears. Each time you press the button, the indication changes as
shown on the left.

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Basic Operations

Checking/changing/

This section shows you how to check, change and cancel the timer
settings after you've stored them in the VCR.

cancelling timer

settings

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TIMER CLEAR

Before you start...

• Turn on your TV and tune in to the VCR.

1 Press POWER to turn on the VCR.

The TIMER indicator on the VCR goes off.

Press MENU and select TIMER SET/ CHECK.

Check the timer settings:

• If you do not want to change or cancel
the settings, press EXECUTE, then turn
the VCR off to return to recording
standby.

• If you want to change or cancel the
settings, press the CURSOR (♦/4')
buttons to move the cursor (I) to the
setting you want to change or cancel.

Change or cancel the timer setting:

• To change the setting, press the CURSOR

(^/^) buttons to highhght the item you
want to change, and reset it using the
CURSOR (4/4) buttons. Then, press
CURSOR ^ to move the cursor to the
leftmost column.

• To cancel the setting, press TIMER
CLEAR.

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7/1 2WED 10
MON - SAT 1
EVERV SUN 12

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7/1 2WED 10

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Press EXECUTE.

The VCR returns to the original screen. When

there are any other timer settings left in the
TIMER SET / CHECK menu, turn off the VCR
to return to recording standby.

To check the timer settings during timer recording

Press MENU and select TIMER SET/CHECK. After checking, press
MENU to turn off the display.

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33

Checking/changing/cancelling timer settings (continued)

When the timer settings overlap

The VCR will not record overlapping programs. If any of your fimer
settings overlap, change the settings.

Case 1
Program 1 i

(listed first)

Program 2
(listed next)

Case 2

Program 1

Case 3
Program 1

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Will be cleared

10:00

Program 2

10:00

Program 2

10:50

20 seconds
will not be
recorded

10:50

Will be cut off

10:45

11:30

11:40

11:30

Case 1: If you preset two programs to start recording at the same

time...

The program listed first in the TIMER SET/CHECK menu has

priority over the other program. The timer setting of the lower
priority program will be erased from the TIMER SET /CHECK
menu when the first program begins recording.

Case 2: If you preset program 2 to start recording at the same time

you preset program 1 to finish recording...

The last 20 seconds of program 1 will not be recorded because
the VCR will enter recording pause for program 2 before
program 1 is finished.

Case 3: If you preset program 2 to start recording before program 1

is finished recording...

Program 2 will start recording before program 1 has finished.

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Additional Operations

Playing/searching at
various speeds

You can play back a tape at various speeds: high-speed, slow motion,
frame by frame and so on. These options are also useful for searching
for a specific point during playback. The sound is muted during these
operations.

To resume

Playback options

Operation

normal
playback

. !► SLOW+/-

FRAME

SEARCH
II PAUSE

SKIP

Playing at twice the normal

speed

Fast-forwarding / Rewinding During stop, press ►► FF or

Viewing the picture during

fast-forward or rewind

Locking in a high-speed
picture

Locking in a slow-motion
picture

During playback or pause,
press X 2

◄◄REW

During fast-forward, keep
pressing ►► FF. During
rewind, keep pressing
REW.

During playback or pause,
press @ SEARCH or
@ SEARCH. To change
direction, press -^11 FRAME
(backward) or !!► FRAME
(forward).

During playback or pause,
press !► SLOW-i-/-. You can
increase the playback speed
with the -t button and decrease
the speed with the - button. To
change direction, press
◄II FRAME (backward) or
!!► FRAME (forward).

Press O PLAY.

Press O PLAY.

To return to the
previous mode,
release the
button.

Press O PLAY.

Press O PLAY.

Adjust the picture using the
T/ATRACKING
NORMAL/SLOW STILL
ADJUST buttons if:

- Streaks appear while
playing in slow motion.

- Bands appear on the top

or bottom while pausing.

- The picture shakes while

pausing.

Note

• Tapes recorded in LP mode
can be played on this VCR,
while playback picture
quality in modes other than
normal forward speed is not
guaranteed.

O PLAY

Playing frame by frame

Skipping a scene

Rewind and automatically
restart play

During pause, press
ll^- FRAME to advance the
picture one frame or
◄II FRAME to reverse the
picture one frame.
Keep pressing the button to
advance or reverse one frame
every one second.

During playback, press SKIP.
Pressing once skips about 30
seconds.

During stop, press O PLAY
on the VCR while pressing ◄◄

REW on the VCR.

Additional Operations

Press I> PLAY.

The VCR
automatically
resumes normal
playback.

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Adjusting the picture

TRACKING
AUTO/
MANUAL, T/A
NORMAL/SLOW

The VCR automatically adjusts the picture for the best possible
playback or recording. If, however, you find the automatic adjustment!
unsatisfactory, you can adjust the picture manually.

Adjusting the tracking

Though the VCR automatically adjusts the tracking when playing a ta

(the AUTO TRACKING indicator flashes in the display window, then
lights steadily), distortion may occur if the tape was recorded in poor
condition. If so, manually adjust the tracking condition.

Press the T/A TRACKING NORMAL/SLOW buttons to display the
tracking meter. The distortion should disappear as you press one of th
two buttons. If you cannot get a clear picture with manual adjustment,
press TRACKING AUTO/MANUAL to return to automatic adjustmei

NORMAL TRACKING

Note

• Auto tracking adjustment is
not possible for tapes
recorded in LP mode.

Tracking meter

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36

Searching using the
index function

The VCR automatically marks an index signal at the point where
recording starts (with the exception of when you start recording from
recording pause). Use this as a reference to find the beginning of the
recording. Since the index number indicates the relative position from
the current position, specify how many index signals ahead or behind
the specific index signal is from the current position. The VCR can
search up to 99 index signals ahead or behind of the current position.

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VCR.

Press the INDEX SEARCH
buttons repeatedly until the index

number you want appears on the
TV screen:

• To locate succeeding programs, press
►W INDEX SEARCH.

• To locate preceding programs, press

INDEX SEARCH.
The VCR starts searching and the
index number on the TV screen
counts down to zero. Playback starts
automatically from that point.

INDEX SEARCH

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Additional Operations

37

Editing with another

VCR

Tips

• Make sure you connect the
plugs to jacks of the same
color.

• If the other VCR is a
monaural type, leave the red
plugs unconnected.

Note

• When connecting the VCRs,
do not simultaneously
connect the LINE IN and
LINE OUT jacks on your
VCR. A humming noise may
occur if you do this.

This section shows you how to edit to or from another VCR or
camcorder. You can make a copy of a tape using this VCR for recordir
or playback.

How to hook up to record on this VCR

How to hook up to record to another VCR

TV

Additional Operations

38

II PAUSE

Operation (when recording on this VCR)

Before you start editing

• Press INPUT SELECT to display "L" in the display window.

• Press TAPE SPEED to select the recording tape speed (SP/EP).

1 Insert a source tape with its safety

tab removed into the other

(playback) VCR. Search for the

point to start playback and set it to
playback pause.

Tips

• To release the VCRs from
pause, use the 11 PAUSE
buttons on the VCRs so that
you can edit more precisely.

• To cut out unwanted scenes
while editing, press
II PAUSE on this VCR when
an unwanted scene begins.
When it ends, press
11 PAUSE again to resume
recording (Assemble
Editing).

Insert a tape into this (recording)

VCR. Search for the point to start

recording and press II PAUSE.

Press • REC on this VCR and set it

to recording pause.

To start editing, press the II PAUSE

buttons on both VCRs to release

the VCRs from pause.

Eor best results, press the pause button on
the other VCR just before pressing

11 PAUSE on this VCR.

To stop editing

Press the ■ STOP buttons on both VCRs.

Additional Operations

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Additional Information

General setup
information

TV

Setting the RF unit

When connecting the VCR to the TV using only the antenna cable, you
must set the RF UNIT switch on the rear of the VCR so that the TV can
receive the correct signal from the VCR.
If you connect the VCR to the TV using the supplied audio/video cable,
you can skip this step.

1 Set the RF UNIT switch on the rear of the VCR to CH3 or CH4,

whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the
switch to either channel.

2 Press POWER to turn on the VCR.

3 Press TV / VTR to turn on the VTR indicator in the VCR's display

window.

4 Press CHANNEL +/- to display a channel number in the display

window. Select an active channel number in your area.

5 Turn on your TV and set it to the channel you selected in step 1

(channel 3 or 4).
The selected TV channel broadcast appears on the TV screen. If the
channels change when you press CHANNEL +/-, you have made the
correct setting.
Whenever you use the VCR, set the TV to the channel selected in step

-300-ohm twin

lead cable

EAC-32 Antenna connector (not supplied)

EAC-66
UHF/VHF band
separator /mixer
(not supplied)

Attaching the external antenna connector

When using a 300-ohm twin lead cable for VHF/UHF antenna, use the
EAC-32 antenna connector (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the
VCR.

1 Loosen the screws on the antenna connector.

2 Wind the twin leads around the screws on the antenna connector.

3 Retighten the screws.

Attaching an UHFA/HF band mixer

When using both 75-ohm coaxial cable and 300-ohm twin lead cable for
VHF/UHE antenna, use the EAC-66 UHF/VHF band separator/mixer
(not supplied) to connect the antenna to the VCR.

1 Loosen the screws on the mixer.

2 Wind the twin leads around the screws on the mixer.

3 Retighten the screws.

75-ohm coaxial cable .

40 Additional Information

4 Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable to the mixer.

Troubleshooting

Symptom Remedy

Power

Clock The clock has stopped and

Playback The playback picture does not

The POWER switch does not
function.

The power is turned on but the
VCR does not operate.

lights in the display window.

appear on the TV screen.

The picture is not clear.

The picture rolls vertically during
picture search.

The picture has no sound.

• Connect the AC power cord securely.

Moisture condensation occurs. Turn the power off, unplug the AC
power cord and leave the VCR to dry for over an hour.

The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the wall outlet for
more than three hours. Reset the clock (and timer).

Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If you are using a
monitor, set it to video input.

Adjust the tracking with the TRACKING NORMAL/SLOW buttons.
The video heads are dirty (see below). Clean the video heads using the
Sony T-25CL video head cleaning cassette. If this cleaning cassette is
not available in your area, have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony
service facility (a standard service charge will be required.) Do not use
a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette, as it may damage
the video heads.
The video heads may have to be replaced. Consult your local Sony
dealer for more information.

Adjust the vertical hold control on the TV or monitor.

The tape is defective. Use a new tape.

•

Both main and SAP sounds are
heard.

Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads

• Normal picture • Rough picture • Unclear picture

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initial terminal

• When you play a bilingual tape, make sure the AUDIO MIX option in
the ADVANCED OPTIONS is set to OFF.

(continued)

> No picture (or

black & white
screen appears)

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Troubleshooting (continued)

Recording

Timer recording

Symptom

A TV program does not appear on
the TV screen.

TV reception is poor.

The tape ejects rvhen you press

• REC.

Nothing happens when you press

• REC.

No sound is recorded on the
normal audio track.

The timer does not operate.

Remedy

• Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If you are using a
monitor, set it to video input.

• Adjust the TV antenna.

• Check that the safety tab has not been removed.

• Make sure the tape has been wound to the beginning.

• Select the correct source with the INPUT SELECT button. Select a
channel number when recording TV programs; select "L" when
recording from other equipment.

• When not recording SAP sound, make sure the NORMAL AUDIO
option in the ADVANCED OPTIONS is set to MAIN.

• Check that the clock is set.

• Make sure a tape has been inserted.

• Check that the safety tab has not been removed.

• Make sure the tape has been wound to the beginning.

• Make sure a program has been set for timer recording.

• Make sure your timer settings have not already passed the current
time.

• Check that the cable box is turned on.

• The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the wall outlet for

more than three hours. Reset the clock and timer.

Others A tape cannot be inserted.

The remote commander does not
function.

The tracking indicator does not
appear on the screen.

The VCR needs to be cleaned.

• Check that a tape isn't already in the tape compartment.

• Make sure you are pointing the remote commander at the remote

sensor on the VCR.

• Replace all the batteries in the remote commander with new ones if

they are weak.

• The recording condition of the tape is very poor and tracking cannot be

adjusted.

• 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.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.

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Additional Information

Specifications

System Timer section

Format

VHS NTSC standard

Clock

Quartz locked

Video recording system

Rotary two-head helical scanning
FM system

Video signal

NTSC color, EIA standards

Tape speed

SP: 33.35 mm/s (1 3/8 inches/s)
EP: 11.11 mm/s (7/16 inches/s)
LP: 16.67 mm/s (11/16 inches/s),

playback only

Maximum recording/playback time

8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160
tape)

Fast-forward and rewind time

Approx. 3 min. (with T-120 tape)

Tuner section

Channel coverage

VHP 2 to 13
UHF14to69
CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to
W+84

Antenna

75-ohm antenna terminal for
VHF/UHF

Timer indication

12-hour cycle

Timer setting

Only for recording 8 programs in
one month at max.

Power back-up

Built-in self-charging capacitor
Back-up duration: up to three
hours at one time

General

Power requirements

120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power consumption

27 W (max.)

Operating temperature

5°Cto40°C(4rFtol04°F)

Storage temperature

-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Dimensions

Approx. 430 X 103 X 313 mm
(w/h/d)
Approx. (17 X 4'/» X 12^/s inches)
including projecting parts and
controls

Inputs and outputs

LINE IN

VIDEO IN, phono jack (1)
Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO IN, phono jack (2)
Input level: -7.5 dBs (0 dBs =

0.775 Vrms)
Input impedance: more than
47 kilohms

LINE OUT

VIDEO OUT, phono jack (1)
Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO OUT, phono jack (2)
Standard output: -7.5 dBs
Load impedance: 47 kilohms
Output impedance: less than
10 kilohms

Mass

Approx. 5.0 kg (11 Ib)

Supplied accessories

Remote commander (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type
connectors (1)
AC power cord (1)
Audio/video cable (3 phono to 3 phono)

(1)

Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.

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43

Index to parts and

controls

Front panel

Refer to the pages indicated in ( ) for details.

m POWER switch/indicator

Tape compartment

[3] CHANNEL button
S] II PAUSE button (39)
[H DUAL MODE SHUTTLE ring
[6] O PLAY button
[Tl # REC (recording) button and indicator (40)
\8} ■ STOP button (39)
[9] TIMER indicator (31)
m QUICK TIMER button

M

TAPE SPEED button (26)

M INPUT SELECT button (39)
M EASY SET UP button (9, H, 13,15)
M TV/VTR button

m REJECT button
|T^ Remote sensor (5)

Display window

Rear panel

[U VTR indicator (28)

REMAIN indicator (24)
STEREO L/R indicator (35)

[4] SAP indicator (29)
[5] AUTO TRACKING indicator (36)
[6] Tape speed indicators (26)
[tI Line/channel indicator (26)
[8l Time counter/remaining time counter/clock (16,

24)
Tape indicator

m AC IN connector
[2] RE UNIT switch (40)

VHE/UHE connectors (8,10,12,14)

g] LINE IN AUDIO/VIDEO jacks (38)

[5] LINE OUT AUDIO/VIDEO jacks (7, 38)

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44

Remote commander

[T] ± EJECT button (23)

[U TV/VTR button (28)

[3] TIMER CLEAR button (33)

in COUNTER/REMAIN button

(24)

[5] COUNTER RESET button

(24)

[6] TRACKING buttons (36)

AUTO/MAN (manual)
button
T/A NORMAL SLOW

(STILL ADJUST) buttons

m VOL (volume) button

m x2 button (35)

[9] •►SLOWbuttons (35)

51 ◄ll/ll^ FRAME buttons (35)

|Tl] ®) / @ SEARCH buttons (35)

5H POWER switch

5t1 menu button

51 CURSOR buttons

(♦/!'/◄-/-►)

51 EXECUTE button

m Channel number buttons and

ENTER button

IK] CH (channel) buttons (26)

H AUDIO MONITOR button

(25)

I /►►! INDEX SEARCH

buttons (37)

TAPE SPEED button (26)

INPUT SELECT button (26,

39)

9 REC (recording) button

(26)

111 SKIP button (35)

51 DISPLAY button (24)

54| ◄◄ REW(rewind) button (35)

511 TV 1/1 VTR I remote control

switch (5)

II PAUSE button (23)

FF (fast-foward) button

(35)

[> PLAY button (23)

■ STOP button (23)

Additional Information 45

Index

A,B

Accessories supplied 4
Adjusting

picture 36

tracking 36
AFT (Auto Fine Tuning) 20
Antenna hookup 12
Audio track 25
Audio/video (A/V) hookup 7

Cable hookup 6
Cable TV channel assignment 20
Cancelling timer settings 33
Changing timer settings 33
Cleaning the video heads 41
Clock setting 17
Connecting

cable TV 6

external antenna connector 40

UHF/VHF band mixer 40
Counter 24

Disabling channels 19
Dubbing. See Editing.

E,F,G

Easy Set Up 9
Editing 38

assemble editing 39
EP mode 27

H

Hi-fi audio track 25

I. J,K

Index searching 37

Picture adjustment. See Adjusting
Playback 23

at various speeds 35
frame-by-frame 35
skip 35
slow motion 35

Presetting channels 18

Quick timer 27

Recording 26

bilingual programs 28
SAP broadcasts 28
saving 29
stereo broadcasts 28
while watching another program

28

Safety tab 29
SAP (Second Audio Program) 28
Searching

at various speeds 35

SP mode 27

T, U, V, W, X, Y. Z

Timer recording 30

cancelling timer settings 33
changing timer settings 33
checking timer settings 33
daily/weekly recording 32
overlapping timer recordings 44

Tracking adjustment. See Adjusting

Language selecting 16
LP mode 23, 35

M

Monitoring

during playback 23

during recording 29

N, O

Normal audio track 25

Additional Information

46

0

uick reference to using the VCR

Hookup 1 1

To play a tape

1 Set the TV to channel 3 or

4 (or to video input, if
you made A/V
connections.)

2 Insert a tape and press

O PLAY.

To record a program

1 Turn on the cable box.

2 Set the cable box to the

channel you want to
record.

Press MENU and select

3

TIMER SET/CHECK.

4 Set the date, time, cable

box output channel, and
tape speed.
Press EXECUTE.

5

Insert a tape.

6

Press POWER to turn off

7

the VCR.
Leave the cable box on.

8

To watch TV

1 Turn off your VCR, or

press the VCR's TV/VTR
button until the VTR
indicator in the display
window goes off.

2 Turn on your cable box.

3 Set the TV to the cable

box output channel

(usually 2,3, or 4).

4 Set the cable box to the

channel you want to
watch.

1 Hookup 2 1

To play a tape

1

If you made A/V
connections, set the TV to
video input.
If you didn't use A/V
hookup:

• Turn on the cable box.

• Set the cable box to
channel 3 or 4.

• Set the TV to the output

channel of the cable box
(usually 2, 3 or 4).

1 Hookup 3

To play a tape

1 Set the TV to channel 3 or

4 (or to video input, if
you made A/V
connections.)

2 Insert a tape and press

O PLAY. If there's no

picture on your TV, press
the VCR's TV/VTR
button until the VTR
indicator comes on in the
display window.

2 Insert a tape and press

O PLAY.

To record a program

1 Press MENU and select

To record a program TIMER SET/CHECK.

1

Press MENU and select
TIMER SET/CHECK.

2

Set the date, time.
channel, and tape speed.

Press EXECUTE. 5 Press POWER to turn off

3

2 Set the date, time.

channel, and tape speed.

3 Press EXECUTE.
4 Insert a tape.

4 Insert a tape. the VCR.

5 Press POWER to turn off

the VCR.

To watch TV

1 Turn off the VCR, or

To watch TV

1 Turn off the VCR, or

press the VCR's TV/VTR
button until the VTR
indicator in the display
window goes off.

press the VCR's TV/VTR
button until the VTR
indicator in the display
window goes off.

2 Set the TV to the channel

you want to watch.

2 Select the channel with

your cable box (if you
have one) or with your
TV.

Hookup 4

To play a tape

1 Set the TV to channel 3 or

4 (or to video input, if
you made A/V
connections).

2 Insert a tape and press

[> PLAY.

To record an
unscranbled channel

1 Set the A/B switch to "A".
2 Press MENU and select

TIMER SET/CHECK.

3 Set the date, time,

channel, and tape speed.

4 Press EXECUTE.

5 Insert a tape.

6 Press POWER to turn off

the VCR.

To record a scrambled
channel

1 Set the A/Bswtchto"B".
2 Turn on the cable box.
3 Set the cable box to the

channel you want to
record.

4 Press MENU and select

TIMER SET/CHECK.

5 Set the date, time, cable

box output channel, and
tape speed.

6 Press EXECUTE.

7 Insert a tape.
8 Press POWER to turn off

the VCR.

9 Leave the cable box on.

To watch TV

1 Turn off your VCR, or

press the VCR's TV /VTR
button until the VTR
indicator in the display
window goes off.

2 Set the A/B swtch to "B".

3 Turn on your cable box..
4 Set the TV to the cable

box output channel

(usually 2, 3 or 4).

5 Set the cable box to the

channel you want to
watch.

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