Sony SLV-690HF User Manual
3-810-926-11 (1)
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
Owner's record
The model number is located at the rear of the unit and the
serial number on the top. Record these numbers in the
spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
VHS
□ r^a
VC
SLV-690HF
©1995 by Sony Corporation
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
CAUTION- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUAUFIEO 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
• Operate the unit only on 120 V 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.
• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to
a warm location, moisture may condense
inside the VCR and cause damage to the
video head and tape. When you first install
the unit, or when you move it from a cold to
a warm location, wait for about one hour
before operating the unit.
Information
For customers in the USA
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur 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 rec]uire
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
21 Step 4; Setting the clock
22 Selecting a language
23 Presetting channels
27 Setting up VCR Plus+*
Basic Operations
30 Playing a tape
32 Recording TV programs
35 Recording TV programs using
VCR Plus+
38 Setting the timer manually
Additional Operations
40 Playing/searching at various
speeds
41 Recording TV programs using the
quick timer
42 Checking/changing/cancelling
timer settings
43 Recording stereo and bilingual
programs
45 Adjusting the picture
46 Changing menu options
47 Editing with another VCR
Additional Information
49 General setup information
51 Troubleshooting
53 Specifications
54 Index to parts and controls
58 Index
back cover
Quick reference to using the VCR
' VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. VCR Plus+
system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corpioration.
Introduction 3
Getting Started
Step 1
Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the VCR:
• Remote commander
Audio/video cable (3-phono to 3^
phono)
75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type
connectors
• AC power cord
4 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.
Using the remote commander
Remote sensor
You can use this remote
commander to operate this VCR
and a Sony TV. Buttons on the
C3
uni
remote commander marked with
a dot (•) can be used to operate
your Sony TV.
’cd‘c3
To operate
the VCR
a Sony TV
Notes
• With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months.
• If you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time, remov'e
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.
Set [ry]/[VTRj to
[VTR] and point at the remote sensor on the VCR
and point at the remote sensor on the TV
continued
/ VTR
Getting Started ' 5
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 vour
TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer's code
number.
1 Set iTV]/[vfl^ at the top of the remote commander to (TVI
2 Hold down POWER, 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/VTR 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 |T^/(VTR~| to j VTR|.
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 Code
number
Sony
Akai
AOC
Centurion
Coronado
Curis-Mathes 12 NEC 04,12 Sharp
Daytron
Emerson 03,04,14
Fisher
General Electric 06,10
Gold Star 03,04,17
Hitachi
J.C.Penny 04,12 Radio Shack 05,14
Notes
01 JVC 09 RCA
04 KMC
04
12
03
12 Panasonic 06,19
11
02,03 Quasar
• 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.
Manufacturer
Magnavox
Marantz
MGA/Mitsubishi 04,12,13,17
Philco 03,04
Philips 08
Pioneer
Portland 03
Code
number
03
03,08,12 Sanyo
04,13 Scott 12
16 Wards
06,18
Manufacturer
Sampo 12
Sears 07,10,11
Sylvania
Teknika
Toshiba
Yorx
Zenith
Code
number
04,10
11
03,05,18
08,12
03,08,14
07
03,04,12
12
15
6 I 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^
TV that has audio/video inputs Audio/video (A/V) hookup, then
Antenna only, no cable TV
Cable box with many scrambled
channels
No cable box or cable box with only a
few scrambled channels
Cable box with onlya few scrambled
channels, using an A/B switch
Use
follow one of the hookups belorv.
Hookup 1
Hookup 2
Hookup 3 Pages 15 to 17
Hookup 4
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 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 tparallel) antenna
and VCR connections at the antenna terminals of vour recei\ er.
Refer to
Page 8
Pages 9 to 11
Pages 12 to 14
Pages 18 to 20
Getting Started 1 7
step 3: Hookups (continued)
Audio/video (AA^) hookup Page 8
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. 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 page 8.
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.
□ Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
VCR
Audio/video cable (supplied)
10 Use this hookup if your TV doesn't have stereo Jacks
VCR
Note
To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.
Note to CATV system installer
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.
Stereo receiver
Stereo receiver
Getting Started
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
CO Use this hookup if you're using a VHF-only antenna (you get channels 2-13 only)
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
-® A
or
or
VHF
UHF
VHF
UHF
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF Match the type of
—e A connector on your
VHF
UHF
VHF
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A. B, or C.
B
TV: A, B, or C.
For connector types
B and C, no UHF
connection is
required.
—g'
UHF
Pages 9 to 11
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 vou 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 50.
Getting Started i 9
step 3: Hookups (continued)
Hookup 1:
1 Set the RF UNIT switch to '
2 Change the on-screen display language if desired. For details, see
VCR setup
CH 3 or CM 4, whichever
channel is not used in your
area. If both are used, set J
the switch to either ■
channel.
For details, see page 49. If you made A/V connections (page 8), you can
skip this step.
page 22.
RF UNIT
jCH3
IQ
'CH4
O Press MENU and select LANGUAGE,
»■ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
© Select the language, and press EXECUTE.
Press MENU and select TUNER PRESET. Set
ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT. For details, see
page
23.
ESPAÑOL
TUNER PRESET
►ANTENNA CABLE «ANT
AUTO PRESET
MANUAL SET -ADD
AFT »ON
FINE TUNING
CABLE
ERASE
OFF
CH2
10! Getting started
4 Preset the channels into the VCR. Select
AUTO PRESET and press EXECUTE.
TUNER PRESET
ANTENNA/CABLE-ANT CABLE
► AUTO PRESET
MANUAL SET -ADD ERASE
AFT -ON OFF
FINE TUNING
- PLEASE WAIT ►
CH2
Hookup 1:
1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program guide. For
2 If the channels in the program guide are different from the channels
VCR Plus+ channel setup
details, see page 27.
that you actually use on your TV, set the channels that are different as
follows. For details, see page 28.
O Press MENU and select SET VCR PLUS+
CHANNELS.
MENU
TIMER SET / CHECK
TUNER PRESET
►SET VCR PLUS+ CHANNELS
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
ADVANCED OPTIONS
© Enter the program guide channel, then the
channel you use on your TV.
© Press EXECUTE.
SET VCR PLUS+ CHANNELS
- GUIDE CH 25TV CH-
PUSH 0-9 KEYS TO SET
PROGRAM TVCH
THEN PUSH ENTER
15
Program guide channel
Your actual TV channel ■
Getting Started 1 11
step 3: Hookups (continued)
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 12 to 14
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
1A Match the type
of connector on
your TV; A, B, or
VHF C-
B For connector
types B and C, no
UHF connection
is required.
VHF
UHF
12! Getting Started
-<3D«i
Hookup 2:
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 49. If you made A/V connections (page 8), you can
skip this step.
2 Turn on your cable box.
3 Change the on-screen display language if desired. For details, see
page 22.
O Press MENU and select LANGUAGE.
0
VCR setup
Select the language, and press EXECUTE.
► ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
Press MENU and select TUNER PRESET. Set
ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT. For details, see
page 23.
5 Preset the channels into the VCR. Select
AUTO PRESET and press EXECUTE.
TUNER PRESET
►ANTENNA/CABLE «ANT
AUTO PRESET
MANUAL SET «ADD ERASE
AFT *ON
FINE TUNING
TUNER PRESET
ANTENNA/CABLE•ANT CABLE
► AUTO PRESET
MANUAL SET »ADD ERASE
AFT «ON OFF
FINE TUNING
' PLEASE WAIT •
Getting Started | 13
CH2
CABLE
OFF
CH2
step 3: Hookups (continued)
Hookup 2: VCR Plus+ channel setup
1 Find the VCR Plus+Channel Listing in your program guide. For
details, see page 27.
2 Enter all the channels you want to record and the cable box output
channel (usually 2, 3, or 4). For details, see page 28.
O Press MENU and select SET VCR PLUS+
CHANNELS.
MENU
TIMER SET/CHECK
TUNER PRESET
►SET VCR PLUS+ CHANNELS
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
ADVANCED OPTIONS
0 Enter the program guide channel, then the cable
box output channel.
O Press EXECUTE.
SET VCR PLUS+ CHANNELS
— GUIDE CH TV CH —
PUSH 0-9 KEYS TO SET
PROGRAM TV CH
THEN PUSH ENTER
Program guide channel
Cable box output channel-
14 I Getting 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 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't do
'• Record scrambled channels that require a cable box
Pages 15 to 17
Connect this cable
directly to your TV if
you don't have a
cable box.
VCR
Cable box
VHf/UHf
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
A Match the type
VHF
B
UHF
VHF
UHF
of connector
on your TV; A,
B, or C.
For connector
types B and C, no
UHF connection
is required.
Getting Started ! 15
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 49. If you made A/V connections (page 8), you can
skip this step.
2
Turn on your cable box.
3
Change the on-screen display language if desired. For details, see
page 22.
O Press MENU and select LANGUAGE.
0
Select the language, and press EXECUTE.
RF UNIT
I
----
tjCH3
©
0
LANGUAGE
► ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
'CH4
16 I Getting Started
Press MENU and select TUNER PRESET. Set
ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE. For details,
see page 23.
5 Preset the channels into the VCR. Select
AUTO PRESET and press EXECUTE.
TUNER PRESET CHI
►ANTENNA/CABLE
AUTO PRESET
MANUAL SET
AFT
FINE TUNING
TUNER PRESET CHI
ANTENNA/CABLE
► AUTO PRESET
MANUAL SET •ADD ERASE
AFT
FINE TUNING
PLEASE WAIT
ANT‘CABLE
ADD ERASE
ON OFF
ANT CABLE
OFF
ON
Hookup 3: VCR Plus+ channel setup
1 Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program guide. For
details, see page 27.
2 If the channels in the program guide are different from the channels
that you actually use on your TV, set the channels that are different as
follows. For details, see page 28.
O Press MENU and select SET VCR PLUS+
CHANNELS.
0
Enter the program guide channel, then the
channel you use on your TV.
© Press EXECUTE.
MENU
TIMER SET/CHECK
TUNER PRESET
► SET VCR PLUS-r CHANNELS
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
ADVANCED OPTIONS
SET VCR PLUSi CHANNELS
— GUIDE CH TV CH —
25 - 15
PUSH 0-9 KEYS TO SET
PROGRAM TV CH
THEN PUSH ENTER
Program guide channel
Your actual TV channel-
Getting Started 17
Step 3: Hookups (continued)
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 channel by selecting the channel directly on the
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 scrambled channel while watching another channel (the A/B
switch is set to B)
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
lA
—S'
VHF
Pages 18 to 20
18 i Getting Started
UHF
VHF
VCR
UHF
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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