3-058-429-12 (1)
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
PAL NTSC
SLV-ED88ME/MJ/SG G SLV-ED66ME/MJ/SG
© 2000 by Sony Corporation
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
The mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.
Precautions
Safety
•This unit operates on 110 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Check that the unit’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.
•If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
•The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the mains, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
•Unplug the unit from the mains if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the lead, pull it out by the plug, never by the lead.
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 four hours before operating the unit.
Caution
Television programmes, 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 transmitter and/or programme owner.
Compatible colour/TV systems
•This VCR is designed to record and play back using the PAL (B/G, D/K and I), MESECAM (B/G and D/K) and NTSC colour systems. Recording of video sources based on other colour systems cannot be guaranteed.
•NTSC colour signals can only be recorded through the line input.
2 Introduction
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Step 1: Unpacking |
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Step 3: Connecting the VCR |
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Step 2: Setting up the remote commander |
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Step 5: Selecting a language |
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Step 6: Presetting channels |
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Step 7: Setting the clock |
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Basic Operations
19 Playing a tape
23 Recording TV programmes
26Recording TV programmes using the Easy Timer function
32 Setting the timer manually
Additional Operations
34Playing/searching at various speeds
35Setting the recording duration time
36Synchronised recording (SLVED88ME/MJ/SG only)
38Checking/changing/cancelling timer settings
40Recording stereo and bilingual programmes (SLV-ED88ME/MJ/ SG only)
41Searching the beginning of an Easy Timer recorded programme
42Searching using the index function
44Searching using the Time Search function
45 Adjusting the picture
47Changing menu options
Editing
48Connecting to a VCR or stereo system
49Basic editing
50Audio dubbing
Additional Information
51Troubleshooting
55Specifications
56Index to parts and controls
Back cover
Index
Introduction 3
Step 1
Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the VCR:
• Remote commander |
• Aerial cable |
• R6 (size AA) batteries |
• Plug adaptor (SLV-ED88ME/MJ, |
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Checking your model name
The instructions in this manual are for the 6 models: SLV-ED88ME, ED88MJ, ED88SG, ED66ME, ED66MJ and ED66SG. Check your model number by looking at the rear panel of your VCR. The SLV-ED88ME is the model used for illustration purpose. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example,“SLV-ED88ME only.”
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Step 2
Setting up the remote commander
Inserting the batteries
Insert two R6 (size AA) 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.
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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. If the TV does not have the gsymbol near the remote sensor, this remote commander will not operate the TV.
Remote sensor
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•The TV/VIDEO button selects an input source of the TV from either aerial in or line in. The button does not control this VCR.
•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.
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Step 3
Connecting the VCR
Connect the aerial to your VCR and TV as shown below to watch TV programmes and VCR pictures on your TV. In addition, if your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, we recommend you connect the VCR to your TV using an audio/video cable to get a better picture and sound.
Connecting the aerial
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AERIAL
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Connect the mains lead to the mains.
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Additional connections
Note
•(For SLV-ED88ME/MJ/SG only)
To listen to playback sounds in stereo, you must connect your VCR to a TV with audio/video input jacks or to a stereo system (as shown below).
To a TV that has audio/video input jacks
This additional connection improves picture and sound quality. Connect the TV as shown on the right.
If you want to use the Trinitron TV Synchro Play function (see page 22), this connection is necessary. (If your TV has two or more inputs, connect the audio/video cable to the VIDEO IN 1 jacks.)
e.g. SLV-ED88ME/MJ/SG
LINE-1 OUT LINE IN
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
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To a stereo system (SLV-ED88ME/MJ/ SG only)
You can improve sound quality by connecting a stereo system as shown on the right.
To a satellite tuner (SLV-ED88ME/MJ/ SG only)
You can record programmes from other equipment such as a satellite tuner.
* Satellite Input
** Set Top Box Input
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(SAT IN*/ STB IN**)
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
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Step 4
Tuning your TV to the VCR
If you have connected your VCR to the TV using the audio/video cable, skip this step.
?/1 ON/STANDBY |
RF CHANNEL PROGRAM +/–
1 ON/STANDBY
Press ?/1 ON/STANDBY to turn on the VCR.
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RF CHANNEL
Press RF CHANNEL on the VCR.
The factory-preset RF channel flashes in the display window for about three seconds.
Press RF CHANNEL again while the RF channel is flashing.
The VCR signal is output through this channel to the TV.
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This channel will now be referred to as the video channel.
Some TV has the programme position, such as 0, that is reserved for a VCR. In this case, select that programme position for the VCR picture. Refer to the instruction manual of your TV for details.
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To obtain a clear picture from the VCR
If the picture does not appear clearly in step 5 above, go to step 6 to finish this procedure once. Then start from step 2. After pressing RF CHANNEL twice in step 2 to display the RF channel, press PROGRAM +/– so that another RF channel appears. Then tune the TV to the new RF channel until a clear picture appears.
To set another RF channel number on the VCR, select a channel number that does not receive a broadcast signal in your area and is clear of interference from other channels.
If you cannot obtain a clear picture after performing this procedure, we recommend you connect the VCR and TV using the audio/video cable (see “To a TV that has audio/video input jacks” on page 7). If the same symptom persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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•If you set the wrong TV system, you may have no sound or sound may be distorted (noisy sound).
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Step 5
Selecting a language
You can change the on-screen display language from English to Arabic.
Before you start…
•Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.
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MENU
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M/m
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Press MENU, then press M/m to move the cursor (B) to LANGUAGE and press OK.
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LANGUAGE /
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Press M/m to select the desired language, then press OK.
LANGUAGE /
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Step 6
Presetting channels
First, we recommend that you preset the receivable channels in your area using the One Touch Tuning function or the AUTO PRESET in the TUNER PRESET menu. Then, if some channels could not be preset automatically, set them manually; if there are any unwanted channels among the preset ones, you can disable the channels.
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The VCR starts presetting the channels. |
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The WAIT indicator goes off when all receivable channels are preset.
To check if the channels are preset correctly
Set the TV to the video channel and press PROGRAM +/– on the VCR. If the TV screen changes to a different programme each time you press PROGRAM +/–, the channels are preset correctly.
If the sound is distorted or noisy, the VCR is set to a TV system different from your area’s. Select the correct TV system and preset channels using the TUNER PRESET menu as shown on the next page.
Tip
•To stop the One Touch Tuning function, press ONE TOUCH TUNING or pSTOP on the VCR during the setting.
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Step 6: Presetting channels (continued)
Presetting all receivable channels automatically
Before you start…
• Turn on the VCR and the TV. |
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• Set the TV to the video channel.
OK
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Press MENU, then press M/m to move the cursor (B) to TUNER PRESET and press OK.
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Press M/m/</, to move the cursor (B) to SYSTEM, then select B/G, D/K or I, whichever is applicable in your area. If SYSTEM is set to the wrong position, the sound will be distorted or noisy.
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Press M/m/</, to move the cursor (B) to NORMAL/CATV, then select NORM.
To preset CATV channels, select CATV.
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Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to AUTO PRESET, then press OK.
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.
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Step 6: Presetting channels (continued)
Presetting channels manually
PROG +/–
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Press MENU, then press M/m to move the cursor (B) to TUNER PRESET and press OK.
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Press M/m/</, to move the cursor (B) to NORMAL/CATV, then select NORM.
To preset CATV channels, select CATV.
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Press PROG +/– to select the programme position.
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Press , repeatedly until the channel you want is displayed.
Pressing < goes back to the previous channels.
The channels are scanned in the following order:
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If you know the number of the channel you want, press the programme number buttons. For example, for channel 5, first press “0” and then press “5.”
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If the TV sound is distorted or noisy, press M/m/</, to move the cursor (B) to SYSTEM, then select B/G, D/K or
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To allocate another channel to another programme position, repeat steps 4 and 5.
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Step 6: Presetting channels (continued)
Disabling unwanted programme positions
After presetting channels, you can disable unused programme positions. The disabled positions will be skipped later when you press the PROG +/– buttons.
1In step 5 on page 15, press programme number button “0” twice to display the number “0” beside CHANNEL SET.
2Press OK.
If the picture is not clear
Normally, the Auto Fine Tuning (AFT) function automatically tunes in channels clearly. If, however, the picture is not clear, you may also use the manual tuning function.
1Press PROG +/– to select the programme number for which you cannot obtain a clear picture.
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Select FINE TUNING.
The fine tuning meter appears.
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4Press </, to get a clearer picture, then press OK.
Note that the AFT (Auto Fine Tuning) setting switches to OFF.
Note
•The menu disappears automatically if you do not proceed for more than a few minutes.
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Step 7
Setting the clock
You must set the time and date on the VCR to be able to use the timer recording features properly.
Before you start…
•Turn on the VCR and the TV.
•Set the TV to the video channel.
MENU
OK
M/m/</,
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1MENU
PLAY
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Press MENU, then press M/m to move the cursor (B) to CLOCK SET and press OK.
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Press M/m to set the date.
The day of the week is set automatically.
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CLOCK SET
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Step 7: Setting the clock (continued)
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Set the year, hour and minute in sequence, using , to flash the item to be set, and M/m to select the digits.
CLOCK SET
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5 Press OK to start the clock.
PLAY
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Tip
•To change the digits during setting, press < to return to the item to be changed, and select the digits using M/m.
Note
•The menu disappears automatically if you do not proceed for more than a few minutes.
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