Sony SLV-677HF User Manual
3-861-447-11 (1
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
Owner's record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the
unit. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.
Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No,
VMS
H{]d°[Fd
SLV-678HF
SLV-678HF PX
SLV-677HF
©1998 by Sony Corporation
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
The AC power cord must be changed
only at a qualified service shop.
CAUTION
A
CAUTION; TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not use this
polarized AC plug with an extension cord,
receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can
be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
Precautions
Safety
• For SLV-678HF / 677F1F, operate the unit only
on 120 V AC, 60 Hz. For SLV-678HF PX,
operate the unit on 110 to 240 V AC, 50/60
Hz.
• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the
unit and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
• (SLV-678HF / 677HF) 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.
• (SLV-678HF/677HF) 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.
• The 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.
Installing
• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent
internal heat buildup.
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs,
blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,
draperies) that may block the ventilation
slots.
• Do not install the unit near heat sources
such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
mechanical vibration or shock.
• Do not install the unit in an inclined
position. It is designed to be operated in a
horizontal position only.
• Keep the unit and cassettes away from
equipment with strong magnets, such as
microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.
• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to
a warm location, moisture may condense
inside the VCR and cause damage to the
video head and tape. When you first install
the unit, or when you move it from a cold to
a warm location, wait for about one hour
before operating the unit.
Information
For customers in the USA
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 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.
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.
Table of contents
Getting Started
4 Step 1; Unpacking
5 Step 2: Setting up the remote commander
7 Step 3: Hookups
17 Selecting a language
18 Setting the clock
20 Presetting channels
Basic Operations
Playing a tape
26
Recording TV programs
28
Recording TV programs using the
31
timer
Additional Operations
34
Playing/searching at various
speeds
Recording TV programs using the
35
quick timer
Checking/ changing/ canceling
36
timer settings
Recording stereo and bilingual
38
programs
Adjusting the picture '
40
Changing menu options
41
Editing with another VCR
42
Additional Information
44 General setup information
46 Troubleshooting
48 Specifications
49 Index to parts and controls
54 Index
back cover
Quick reference to using the VCR
Introduction 3
Getting Started
Step 1
Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the VCR:
• Remote commander
Size AA (R6) batteries
Audio/video cable (3-phono to 3phono)
75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type
connectors
If the plug supplied with your VCR does not
fit your power outlet, attach the supplied
adaptor to the plug.
[ Getting Started
step 2
Setting up the remote commander
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.
Remote sensor
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CD CD
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To operate Set ITVI/IVIDEO 1 to
the VCR 1 VIDEO 1 and point at the remote sensor on the VCR
a Sony TV
Notes
• With normal
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.
ItvI and point at the remote sensor on the TV
use, the batteries should last about three to six months.
Getting Started
/VIDEO
continued
step 2: Setting up the remote commander (continued)
Controlling other TVs with the remote commander
The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If your
TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer's code
number.
1 Set |TV|/|VIDE0| at the top of the remote commander to |TV|.
2 Hold POWER down, and enter your TV's code number(s) using the
number buttons. Then release POWER.
Now you can use the POWER, 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]/1VIDEO| to IVIDEOj.
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.
Manufacturer
Sony
Akai
AOC
Centurion
Code
number
Manufacturer Code
01 JVC 09
04 KMC
04 Magnavox
12 Marantz
Coronado 03 MGA / Mitsubishi
Curis-Mathes 12
Daytron 12
Emerson
Fisher
03,04,14
11
General Electric 06,10
Gold Star 03,04,17
Hitachi
02,03 Quasar
J.C.Penny 04,12
Notes
NEC 04,12
Panasonic 06,19 Sylvania
Philco 03,04
Philips 08 Toshiba 07
Pioneer 16
Portland
Radio Shack 05,14
• If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one programmed to work
with the VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander.
.• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.
• When you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number
automatically resets to 01 (Sony). Reset the appropriate code number.
number
03
03,08,12
04,13
04,12,13,17
Manufacturer
RCA
Sampo
Sanyo
Scott 12
Sears
Sharp
Code
number
04,10
12
11
07,10,11
03,05,18
08,12
Teknika 03,08,14
Wards 03,04,12
03 Yorx 12
06,18 Zenith
15
Getting Started
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 you have
Use
TV that has audio/video input Audio/video (A/V) hookup, then
follow one of the hookups below.
Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 1
Cable box with many scrambled
Hookup 2
channels
No cable box or cable box with only a
Hookup 3
few scrambled charmels
Cable box with only a few scrambled
Hookup 4
channels, using an A / B switch
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 cormections 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.
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 anterma terminals of your receiver.
Refer to
Page 8
Pages 9 and 10
Pages 11 and 12
Pages 13 and 14
Pages 15 and 16
Getting Started
Step 3: Hookups (continued)
Audio/video (A/V) hookup
If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get a better picture
and sound when 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 not planning to use your VCR to record programs, you're finished
setting up the VCR after you've made the connections shown on this page.
If you want to record off-air or off your cable TV system, complete these
cormections first, and then go to the following pages for antenna or cable
hookups.
□ Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
VCR
AUDtO VIDEO
LINE-1 IN 0® 0
Audio/video cable (supplied)
ID Use this hookup if your TV doesn't have stereo jacks
Page 8 1
stereo receiver
VCR
Vjdeo cable (not supplied) Audio cable (not supplied)
Note
To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.
Note to CATV system installer (in USA)
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 82040 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.
Getting Started
stereo receiver
Hookup 1
Antenna hookup
Make the following connections if you're using an antenna (if you don't
have cable TV).
□ Use this hookup if you're using:
• VHF/UHF antenna (you get channels 2-13 and channels 14 and higher)
• UHF-only antenna (you get channels 14 and higher)
• Separate VHF and UHF antennas
VCR
Pages 9 and 10
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
■-H@ A Match the type of
or
VHF
connector on your
TV; A, B, or C.
or
UHF
VHF
UHF
IB Use this hookup if you're using a VHF-only antenna (you get
channels 2-13 onlyV
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF Match the type of
.................
If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the VCR directly
—A ^connector on your
-—Hfo] B For connector types
or
VHF
■-S
UHF
TV: A, B, or C.
B and C, no UHF
connection is
required.
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 45.
continued
Getting Started
step 3: Hookups (continued)
Hookup 1: 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.
For details, see page 44. If
you made A/V connections
(page 8), you can skip this
step.
2 Press EASY SET UP on the
VCR.
O 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 17.
© The CLOCK SET menu appears. Set the clock
and press OK. For details, see page 18.
SET UP
LANGUAGE
► ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
NEXT
CANCELOKEASY SET UP
SETUP
CLOCK SET
>* *
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Getting Started
© The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set
ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and press OK. For
details, see page 20.
O The AUTO PRESET starts.
NEXT
CANCEL : EASY SET UP
SETUP
TUNER PRESET
SELECT
NEXT
CANCELOKEASY SET UP
OK
ANTENNA/CABLE
Normal display
Hookup 2
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't do
• Record one channel while watching another channel
Pages 11 and 12
VCR
%
4
Cable box
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
or
or
VHF
UHF
VHF
oo
UHF
1A
Match the type
of connector on
your TV: A, B, or
C.
For connector
types B and C, no
UHF connection
is required.
continued
Getting Starte
step 3: Hookups (continued)
Hookup 2: 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.
For details, see page 44. If
you made A/V connections
(page 8), you can skip this
step.
2 Turn on your cable box.
3 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.
O 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 17.
0 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Set the clock
and press OK. For details, see page 18.
O The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set
ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and press OK. For
details, see page 20.
O The AUTO PRESET starts.
SET UP
LANGUAGE
► ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
NEXT : OK
CANCEL : EASY SET UP
SETUP
CLOCK SET
>*<
-1 /1998 TH 12 :00*M
NEXT OK
CANCEL ; EASY SET UP
SET UP
TUNER PRESET
ANTENNA/CABLE
•ANT CABLE
</►
SELECT :
NEXT OK
CANCEL : EASY SET UP
jetting Started
Hookup 3
No cable box, or 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 yoi
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't do
• Record scrambled chaimels that require a cable box
Pages 13 and 1
Connect this cable
directly to your TV if
you don't have a
cable box.
VCR
Cable box
-»©
OUT
4
■<3D*
Rear of TV
or
or
VHF/UHF
VHF Of C.
UHF
VHF
UHF
A Match the typ
of connector
on your TV: A
B
For connector
types B and C
UHF connect!«
is required.
continue
Getting Star
step 3: Hookups (continued)
Hookup 3: 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.
For details, see page 44. If
you made A/V connections
(page 8), you can skip this
step.
2 Turn on your cable box.
3 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.
O The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the
on-screen display language to Spanish
(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired. ► ENGLISH
and press OK. For details, see page 17.
© The CLOCK SET menu appears. Set the clock
and press OK. For details, see page 18.
O The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set
ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and press OK.
For details, see page 20.
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SETUP
LANGUAGE
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
NEXT : OK
CANCEL ; EASY SET UP
SETUP
CLOCK SET
-'l /1998 TH 12 : 00«l
NEXT ; OK
CANCEL ; EASY SET UP
SETUP
TUNER PRESET
ANTENNA / CABLE
Getting Started
O The AUTO PRESET starts.
SETUP
AUTO PRESET
PROCESSING
PLEASE WAIT •
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
SETUP
</>•
OK
EASY SET UP
SET UP IS DONE
Normal display
Hookup 4
Cable box with only a few scrambled channels, using an A/B switch
Recommended use
By using an A/B switch (not supplied), this hookup allows you to record
both scrambled and unscrambled channels conveniently.
What you can do with this hookup
• Record any unscrambled charmel by selecting the channel directly on the
VCR (the A/B switch is set to A)
• Record any scrambled channel by selecting the charmel on the cable box
(the A/B switch is set to B)
What you can't do
• Record one scrambled channel while watching another channel (the A/B
switch is set to B)
VCR
Pages 15 and 16
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
I A Match the type
of connector
on your TV: A,
VHF B, or C.
B
For connector
types B and C,
UHF
no UHF
connection is
VHF
i
OUT
UHF
required.
oo
+
continued
Getting Started
step 3: Hookups (continued)
Hookup 4:
_______ VCR setup
1
2 Set the A/B switch to "A."
3 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.
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.
For details, see page 44. If
you made A/V connections
(page 8), you can skip this
step.
O 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 17.
© The CLOCK SET menu appears. Set the clock
and press OK. For details, see page 18.
© The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set
ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and press OK.
For details, see page 20.
SETUP
LANGUAGE
►ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
NEXT
CANCEL
SETUP
CLOCK SET
NEXT
CANCELOKEASY SET UP
SET UP
TUNER PRESET
OK
EASY SET UP
J-1 /1 998 TH 1 2 ; 00AM
ANTENNA/CABLE
Getting Started
O The AUTO PRESET
starts.
SETUP
AUTO PRESET
PROCESSING
PLEASE WAIT -
Preset the cable box output channel (usually 2,
3 or 4). For details, see page 22.
O Press MENU and select TUNER PRESET.
© Enter the cable box output channel.
© Set MANUAL SET to ADD and press OK.
SELECT
NEXT
CANCELOKEASY SET UP
SETUP
SET UP IS DONE
Normal display
Cable box output channel
TUNER PRESET
ANTENNA/CABLE
AUTO PRESET
►MANUAL SET ADD ERASE
AFT ON OFF
FINE TUNING
ANT»CABLE
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