Sony SLV-AX20 Owner’s Manual

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Video Cassette

Recorder

Operating Instructions

If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony

Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) or write to: Sony Customer Information Center 1 Sony Drive, Mail Drop #TI-ll,

Park Ridge, NJ 07656

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: Model No.:

Responsible Party: Address:

Telephone No.: This device compiles with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to

the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

SONY SLV-N60/AX20/N50/AX 10 Sony Electronics Inc.

1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ.07656 USA

201-930-6972

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SLV-N60 SLV-AX20 ___.,_

SLV-N50 SLV-AXIO

WARNING

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

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC EHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSJDE.

REFER SERVICrNG 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

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.

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

off.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To

disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.

• 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.

Installing

• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup.

• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, drapertes) that

may block the ventilation slots.

to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions

in the literature accompanying the appliance.

• 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 three hours 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.

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.

2 WARNING

Table of contents

Getting Started

4 Step 1 : Unpacking

5 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander 7 Step 3 : Hookups

22 Selecting a language 23 Setting the clock

30 Presetting channels

37 Setting up the VCR Plus+ system (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

Basic Operations

41 Playing a tape 44 Recording TV programs

63 Recording stereo and bilingual

programs

65 Searching for a selected point on the

tape (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

47 Recording TV programs using the

Dial Timer (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

52 Recording TV programs using the

VCR Plus+ system (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

55 Recording TV programs using the

timer

67 Adjusting the picture 68 Changing menu options 70 Editing with another VCR

Additional Information

72 General setup information 74 Troubleshooting

Additional Operations

58 Playing/searching at various speeds 60 Setting the recording duration time

61 Checking/changing/canceling timer

settings

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

76 Specifications 77 Index to parts and controls

82 Index

Back Cover

Quick reference to using the VCR

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 3

Getting Started

Step I : Unpacking

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

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

• Size AA (R6) batteries

Check your model name

The instructions in this manual are for the 4 models: SLV-N60, AX20, N50, and AXI0. Check your model number by looking at the rear panel of your VCR. SLV-N60 is the

model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, "SLV-N50 only."

4 Unpacking

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.

To operate Set _ / _ to

the VCR _ and point at the remote sensor at the VCR

a Sony TV _ and point at the remote sensor at the TV

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Remote sensor

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Notes

• With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months.

• If you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time, remove the batteries

to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.

• Do not use a new battery with an old one.

• Do not use different types of batteries.

continued

Setting up the remote commander 15

Controlling other TVs with the remote commander

The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TV is

listed in the following table, set the appropriate manufacturer's code number.

Set _ / [_ at the top of the remote commander to _.

Hold down I/(_.),and enter your TV's code number using the number buttons. Then release I/Q).

Now you can use the I/(_), 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 _ / _ to _.

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.

TV brand TV brand TV brand

Sony

Akai

AOC

Centurion

Coronado

Curtis-Mathes

Daytron

Emerson

Fisher

General Electric Gold Star

Hitachi

J.C.Penney

Code number

04 04

12 12

03, 04, 14

06, 10

03,04, 17

02, 03

04, 12

JVC

KMC

Magnavox Marantz

MGA/Mitsubishi

NEC

Panasonic

Philco

Philips Pioneer

Portland

Quasar Radio Shack

Code number

03, 08, 12

04,13

04, 12, 13,17

04,12 06, 19

03, 04

06, 18

05, 14

RCA

Sampo Sanyo Scott

Sears

Sharp Sylvania Teknika

Toshiba

Wards Yorx

Zenith

Code number

04, 10

07, 10, 11

03, 05, 18 08, 12

03, 08, 14

03,04, 12

Notes

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

• If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one programmed to work with the VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander.

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

• When you press the AUDIO MONITOR button, your TV's menu may appear on the TV screen. To exit the TV menu, press the MENU button on the TV remote commander or wait

until the menu disappears automatically.

6 Setting up the remote commander

Step 3 : Hookups

Selecting the best hookup option

There are many ways in which your VCR can be hooked up. To hook up your VCR so that it works best for you, first scan through the table below. Then use the accompanying diagrams and procedures on the following pages to set up your VCR.

If your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to pages 8 and 9 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. Then follow one of the hookups below,

If you have Use Refer to Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 1 Pages 10 to 12

Cable box with many scrambled channels Hookup 2 Pages 13 to 15

No cable box or cable box with only a few Hookup 3 Pages 16 to 18 scrambled channels

Cable box with only a few scrambled Hookup 4 Pages 19 to 21 channels and you are 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 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.

Hookups [7

Audio/video (A/V) hookup

If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get a better picture and sound if you hook up your VCR using these connections. For a true "home theater"

experience, you should connect the audio outputs of your VCR or TV to your stereo system. If your TV doesn't have A/V inputs, see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.

If 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 regular or cable TV programs, complete these connections first, and then go to

the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.

[] Use this hookup if your TV has stereo lacks

VGR

Illl

Audio/video cable (not supplied)

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

VCR

L,r_E.I,N®®®

I AUDtO V/OEO

III

Video cable (not supplied)

IN VtQEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

i_UOLO

I i

Audio cable (not supplied)

Stereo receiver

AUX iN

Audio cable (not supplied)

Stereo receiver

AUX IN

8 Hookups

Note

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

Completing A/V hookup:

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

channel.

Press MENU and select

ADVANCED OPTIONS.

Set AUTO ANT SELECT to OFF and press OK.

[] ................lllrlil

iAUTO ANT SELECT QN

AUTO STEREO

I1_t'Dv"=°'_°"

SETSELEOT

QUIT

Caution

Connections between the VCR's VHF/UHF connector and the antenna terminals of the TV receiver should be made only as shown in the following instructions. Failure to do so may result

in operation that violates the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission regarding the use and operation of RF devices. Never connect the output of the VCR to an antenna or make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and VCR connections at the antenna terminals of your

receiver.

Note to CATV system installer (in USA)

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820- 40 of the

NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable

entry as practical.

TUNER AUDIO

TAPESELECT AUTOTAPESPEED

FAVORITE CH

APC

SHARPNESS

_RETURN

QUITSETSELECTi_

For details, see page 68.

Hookups 9

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

VHF/L_F

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

........... _ A Match the type of

connector on your

or VHF TV: A, B, or C.

UHF

VHF

--_C

UHF

[] Use this hookup if you're using a VHF-only antenna (you get

channels 2-13 only)

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

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

For connector types B and C, no UHF connection is

required.

VHF/UHF

vc.

OUT

_ -,,,_ .............. _ C

........... _IA

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

10 Hookups

If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the VCR directly

If your antenna cable is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an external antenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the VHF/UHF IN

connector. If you have separate cables for VHF and UHF antennas, you should u_ a U/V band mixer (not supplied). For details, see page 73.

Hookup 1 : VCR setup

Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3

or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are

used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 72.

If you made A/V connections

(from page 8), you can skip this step.

Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

O The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the

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

22.

I00_00_ O0000000_DO0000 CH3 CH4

J"RFuN,T

EASY __

O The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select

AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 24.

O The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set

ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and press OK. For details, see page 31.

SELECT :_

CANCEL:

NEXT : SELECT ;_

GANCEL;

M_ITENNA I CABLE

"_EXT _ELECT !_

_-ANCEL

continued

Hookups

I 1 1

O The AUTO PRESET starts.

511.-_ Ii ii el

i1::=:=::

SETUPIS DONE

PLEASEWAIT_ _{VVTTVT _

PROCESSING

Normal display

You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ system for recording, go to page 37 (SLV-N60/AX20 only).

Automatic clock setting

Once you've set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. "ACS" (Auto Clock Set) will flash in the display window and search for a

time signal provided by some TV channels. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks the time and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time.

If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 28.

Note

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

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

12 1Hookups

Hookup 2

Connecting a cable box with many scrambled channels

Recommended use

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

What you can do with this hookup

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

What you can't do

• Record with the cable box turned of/"

• Record one channel while watching another channel

VCR

Cable box

OUT /

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

........ .._A

VHF

_"....... "_B

or UHF

VHF

........ "_C

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

For connector

types B and C, no

UHF connection is required.

UHF

continued

Hookups 1 3

Hookup 2 : VCR setup

Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3

or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are

used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 72.

If you made AN connections (from page 8), you can skip this step.

Turn on your cable box.

Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

I_D_OOQ_OOP_gOID_R_O CH3 CH4

_'_ ; RFUNIT

EASY

SET UP

0 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the

on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPA!qOL) or French (FRAN_AIS) if

desired, and press OK. For details, see page

22.

O The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select

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

29.

The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and press OK.

For details, see page 31.

r_ l_?lf".....

NEXT : SELECT :_

CANCEL:

CANCEL

I_ _,7:; ........

ANTENNA/CABLE _'i

14 Hookups

NEXT : SELECT :_

CANCEL:

O The AUTO PRESET starts.

Iiitll_l_,=...-

PROCESSING

PLEASE WAIT

SETUPISDONE

Normal display

You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ system for recording, go to page 37 (SLV-N60/AX20 only).

Automatic clock setting

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

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

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

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

Turn offthe VCR. It automatically sets the clock and adjusts for Daylight Saving Time by picking up the time signal.

If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 28.

Notes

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

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

Hookups 15

Hookup 3

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

Recommended use

Use this hookup if you do not have a cable box. Also use this hookup if your cable

system scrambles only a few channels.

What you can do with this hookup

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

What you can't do

• Record scrambled channels that require a cable box

VCR v.F,u._

L/ l

Connect this cable---_ directly to your TV if I

you don't have a cable box. u Cable box

I_1111_ -..

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

........ ..,_A

VHF

or UHF

VHF

....... "_C

UHF

Match the type

of connector on your TV: A,

B, or C.

For connector

types B and C,

no UHF

connection is

required.

16 Hookups

Hookup 3 : VCR setup

Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3

or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are

used. set the switch to either

channel. For details, see page 72. If you made A/V connections

(from page 8), you can skip this

step. Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

RF UNIT

!_O_D_O__ilO0_UI;_I]8OIOND CH3 CH4

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EASY

SET UP

10)The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the

on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAIqOL) or French (FRAN_AIS) if

desired, and press OK. For details, see page

22.

O The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select

AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 24.

O The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set

ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and press OK. For details, see page 31.

_1 iwzltultg_J,

SELECT

CANCEL

SELECT :_

CANCEL:

E],'_".......

IANTENNA ] CABLE I ANT E

NEXT i

SELECT

CANCEL :

continued

Hookups I 17

O The AUTO PRESET starts.

SET UP IS DONE

PL_ASEWAIT _

_VvvVVT _

.PROGESSING

Normal display

You have now completed hookup, If you want to use the VCR Plus+ system for recording, go to page 37 (SLV-N60/AX20 only).

Automatic clock setting

Once you've set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. "ACS" (Auto Clock Set) will flash in the display window and search for a

time signal provided by some TV channels. After that, whenever you turn off the

VCR, it checks the time and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time.

If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your area do not

carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 28.

Note

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

1 8 Hookups

Hookup 4

Connecting a 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

• Record any scrambled channel by selecting the channel on the cable box (the A/B

What you can't do

• Record one scrambled channel while watching another channel (the A/B switch is

A/B switch is set to A)

switch is set to B)

set to B)

_A Cable box

Splitter

VCR

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

........ •-,_A Match the type

or on your TV: A,

VHF B, or C.

........ B For connector

or UHF C, no UHF

VHF required.

........ "_C

UHF

of connector

types B and

connection is

continued

Hookups I 19

Hookup 4 : VCR setup

Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3

or CH4, whichever channel is not

used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either

channel, For details, see page 72. If you made A/V connections

(from page 8), you can skip this step.

Set "the A/B switch to "A."

Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

O The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the

on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAlqOL) or French (FRAN(_AIS) if

desired, and press OK. For details, see page

22.

I_Uil_OO0OOI]OeOODO0000_IO0 CH3 CH4

_--_ ; RFUNIT

The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 24.

The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and press

OK. For details, see page 31.

SELECT :_

CANCEL :

NEXT : SELECT :_

C,_qCEL :

IANTENNA / GABLE I ANT j

SELECT ::_

CANCEL

20 ! Hookups

t_ The AUTO PRESET starts.

SETUPISDONE

AAA_&A'= 4

PLEASEWAIT_

vVV_tlT*"

PROCESSING

Normal display

Preset the cable box output channel (usually 2.3 or 4). For details, see page 33.

O Press MENU, then select SETTINGS and press OK.

O Select TUNER PRESET and press OK.

r_L_ER p_SE'_ ? I

SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

_RETURN

C_L_,TSETSELECT_

O Enter the cable box output channel.

Set MANUAL SET to ADD and press OK.

Cable box output channel

ANTENNAICABLE

AUTO PRESET

IMANUAL SET I_f_DE_ _

AFT

FINE TUNING :;:RETURN

OUITSETSELECT!,_

Press MENU to exit the menu.

You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ system for recording, go to page 37 (SLV-N60/AX20 only).

Automatic clock setting

Once you've set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. "ACS" (Auto Clock Set) will flash in the display window and search for a time signal provided by some TV channels. After that, whenever you turn off the

VCR, it checks the time and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time.

If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your area do not

carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 28.

Notes

• To use the Auto Clock Set feature, set the A/B switch to "A.'"

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

Hookups 21

Selecting a language

You can change the on-screen display language.

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/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR's display window.

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

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

Press {/,!" to highlight LANGUAGE, then press OK.

_ Press _/'!' to highlight ENGLISH, ESPAIq'OL, or FRAN(_AIS, then press

OK.

CLI_K SET LANGUAGE

Q/j,TSETSELECT_

SET

SEL 0T

QUIT

Tip

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

221 Selecting a language

Press MENU to exit the menu.

Setting the clock

Using the Auto Clock Set

feature

Some TV and cable channels transmit time signals with their broadcasts. Your VCR can

pick up this time signal to automatically set

the clock.

The Auto Clock Set feature works only if a

channel in your area is broadcasting a time signal. If broadcasters in your area are not

yet sending time signals, set the time manually (page 28).

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/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR's display window.

C3 QD C23

Press MENU, then press t1'/,!, to highlight

SETTINGS and press OK.

When using the EASY SET UP procedure,

skip steps 1 and 2.

Press 't/,l' to highlight CLOCK SET, then press OK.

CLOCK SET LANGUAGE ;)RETURN

C_Jt3SETSELECT!_

oo,TsET

continued

Setting

the clock 123

_ Press 'l_/_" to highlight AUTO, then press

OK.

i S2".......i

I CLOCK SET CH

TIME ZONE 0AYLIGHT SAVING

:_)_ETURN

SET

SELECT :_

CUrT

Press _/_, to highlight FULL AUTO, then press OK.

Press _'/_, to highlight YES, then press OK.

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CLOCK SET CH TIME ZONE

DAYLIGHT SAVING

_ETURN

SE T

SELECT :_

QUIT

Press MENU to exit the menu.

To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn offthe VCR. "ACS" will flash in the display window.

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

24 Setting the clock

If your clock is set to the wrong time zone or Daylight Saving Time, you can adjust these settings without turning off the Auto Clock Set feature

(page 26).

Tip

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

Notes

• The clock cannot be set automatically if you don't receive a channel that carries a time signal in your area. If so, set the clock manually (see page 28).

• If there are only a few channels in your area that carry time signals, setting the clock

automatically may take up to about 30 minutes. If nothing happens even after you wait about 30 minutes, set the clock manually.

If you use Hookup 2, make sure you leave the cable box on.

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

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