Sony SLV-LX500, SLV-LX600S, SLV-LX700S Service Manual
Inputs and outputs
LINE IN 1 (entrada de línea 1) and LINE-2 IN (entrada de
línea 2)
VIDEO IN (entrada de video), phono jack (1 each)
Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync
negative
AUDIO IN (entrada de audio), phono jacks (2 each)
Input level: 327 mVrms
Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms
LINE OUT (salida de línea)
VIDEO OUT (salida de video), phono jack (1)
Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync
negative
AUDIO OUT (salida de audio), phono jacks (2)
Standard output: 327 mVrms
Load impedance: 47 kilohms
Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms
General
Power requirements
SLV-LX700S CS
110 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Other models
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
16 W
Operating temperature
0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Storage temperature
–20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140° F)
Dimensions including projecting parts and contr ols
(w/h/d)
SLV-LX700S/SLV-LX600S
Approx. 360 × 95 × 258 mm
SLV-LX500
Approx. 360 × 95 × 250 mm
Mass
Approx. 2.6 kg
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors (1)
Plug adaptor (1)
(SLV-LX700S CS only)
Audio/video cable (3-phono to 3-phono) (1)
(SLV-LX700S and SLV-LX600S only)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
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TS-10 MECHANISM
Refer to the SERVICE MANUAL of VHS MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT MANUAL VII for MECHANICAL
ADJUSTMENTS. (9-921-790-11)
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Format
VHS NTSC standard
Video recording system
Rotary head helical scanning FM system
Video heads
Double azimuth four heads
Video signal
NTSC color, EIA standards
Tape speed
SP: 33.35 mm/s (1
EP: 11.12 mm/s (
LP: 16.67 mm/s (
playback only
Maximum recording/playback time
8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160 tape)
Rewind time
Approx. 1 min (with T-120 tape)
Tuner section
Channel coverage
VHF 2 to 13
UHF 14 to 69
CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84
Antenna
75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/UHF
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Clock
Quartz locked
Timer indication
12-hour cycle
Timer setting
8 programs (max.)
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1. Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly-soldered
connections. Check the entire board surface for solder splashes
and bridges.
2. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are
“pinched” or contact high-wattage resistors.
3. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transistors,
that were installed during a previous repair. Point them out to
the customer and recommend their replacement.
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safety checks before releasing the set to the customer:
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SAFETY CHECK-OUT
SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!
COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK 0 OR DOTTED
LINE WITH MARK 0 ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS
AND IN THE PARTS LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE
OPERATION. REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS WITH
SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS APPEAR AS
SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS
PUBLISHED BY SONY.
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their replacement.
5. Check the B+ voltage to see it is at the values specified.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Service Guide
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◆ Mode Switch (Program Switch) Assembly Point·························4
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◆ How to eject the cassette tape
1. General
Getting Started
Basic Operations
Additional Operations
Additional Information
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Quick reference to using the VCR·············································· 1-14
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(If the tape is stuck in the unit)·············································· 4
Step 1 : Unpacking ····························································· 1-1
Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander························· 1-1
Step 3 : Hookups ································································ 1-2
Step 4 : Setting the clock ···················································· 1-4
Step 5 : Selecting a language·············································· 1-4
Step 6 : Presetting channels················································ 1-4
Playing a tape ····································································· 1-5
Recording TV programs ····················································· 1-6
Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer··················· 1-7
Recording TV programs using the timer ···························· 1-8
Locking the VCR (Child Lock)·········································· 1-9
Playing/searching at various speeds ··································· 1-9
Setting the recording duration time ···································· 1-9
Checking/changing/canceling timer settings···················· 1-10
Recording stereo and bilingual programs························· 1-10
Searching using various functions···································· 1-10
Adjusting the picture (tracking) ······································· 1-11
Changing menu options···················································· 1-11
Editing with another VCR ················································ 1-12
Antenna information························································· 1-12
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Index to parts and controls ··············································· 1-13
Index ················································································· 1-14
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2-1 Cabinet Top ········································································ 2-1
2-2 Ass’y-Panel Front······························································· 2-1
2-3 Ass’y Jack-PCB·································································· 2-2
2-4 Ass’y Jack-Main, Deck ······················································ 2-3
3. P.C.Boards
3-1 Main PCB ··········································································· 3-3
3-2 Function PCB ····································································· 3-7
4. Schematic Diagrams
◆ Block Identification of Main PCB············································ 4-3
4-1 S.M.P.S./Power (MX) ························································· 4-5
4-2 S.M.P.S./Power (CS) ·························································· 4-7
4-3 Logic/Display ····································································· 4-9
4-4 Audio/Video ····································································· 4-11
4-5 Hi-Fi/MTS ········································································ 4-13
4-6 TM-Block/Input-Output ··················································· 4-15
5. Alignment and Adjustment
5-1 Reference············································································ 5-1
5-1-1 Location of adjustment button of remote control ··············· 5-1
5-1-2 Test point location for adjustment mode setting ················ 5-2
5-2 Mechanical Adjustment ······················································ 5-3
5-2-1 The number and position of test point ································ 5-3
5-2-2 ACE Head Position (X-Point) Adjustment························· 5-3
5-3 Head Switching Point Adjustment ····································· 5-4
6. Repair Parts List
6-1 Exploded Views·································································· 6-2
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6-1-1 Instrument Assembly ·························································· 6-2
6-1-2 Mechanical Parts (Top Side) ·············································· 6-3
6-1-3 Mechanical Parts (Bottom Side)········································· 6-4
6-2 Electrical Parts List ···························································· 6-5
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CS: Chile model, Peru model
MX: Mexican model
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1) When installing the ass’y deck on the Main PCB, be sure to align the assembly point of mode switch.
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1) Turn the Gear Worm 1 clockwise in the direction of arrow with a screwdriver. (See Fig. 2)
(Other method ; Remove the screw of Motor Load Ass’y, Separate the Motor Load Ass’y)
2) When Slider S, T approached the unloading position, rotate holder Clutch counterclockwise after inserting screwdriver in the frame’s bottom hole
in order to wind the unwound tape. (Refer to Fig. 3)
(If you rotate Gear Worm 1 continuously when tape is in state of unwinding, you may cause tape contamination by grease and tape damage. Be
sure to wind the unwound tape in the state of set horizontally.)
3) Rotate Gear Worm 1 clockwise using screwdriver again up to the state of eject mode and then pick out the tape. (Refer to Fig. 2)
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1. GENERAL
Getting Started
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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 • Audio/ video cable (3-phono to 3-phono)
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•Plug adaptor (SLV-LX700S CS only)
If the plug supplied with your VCR does not fit
your power outlet, attach the supplied adaptor
to the plug.
Check your model name
The instructions in this manual are for the 4 models: SLV-LX700S MX/CS, SLV-LX600S
MX and SLV-LX500 MX. Check your model name by looking at the rear panel of your
VCR.
SLV-LX700S MX is the mod el used for illustration purposes. Any di fference in o peration
is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “SLV-LX700S MX only.”
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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.
If the TV does not have the
symbol near the remote sensor, this
remote commander will not
operate the TV.
To operate Set •TV / VIDEO to
the VCR VIDEO
a Sony TV •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, rem ove the batteries
to avoid possible damage from battery leakag e.
•Do not use a new battery with an old on e.
•Do not use different types of batteries.
and point at the remote sensor at the VCR
and point at the remote sensor at the TV
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Unpacking
Controlling other TVs with the remote commander
(not available on SLV-LX500)
The remote commander is preprogramed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TV is
listed in the following table, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code number.
Set •TV / VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to •TV.
1
Hold down ?/1, and enter your TV’s code number using the number buttons.
2
Then release ?/1.
Now you can use the ?/1, VOL (volumen) +/–, CH (canal) +/–, 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
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 Code number
Sony 01
Akai 04
AOC 04
Centurion 12
Coronado 03
Curtis-Mathes 12
Daytron 12
Emerson 03, 04, 14
Fisher 11
General Electric 06, 10
Gold Star 03, 04, 17
Hitachi 02, 03
J.C.Penney 04, 12
JVC 09
KMC 03
Magnavox 0 3, 08, 12
Marantz 04, 13
MGA/Mitsubishi 04, 12, 13, 17
NEC 04, 12
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Panasonic06, 19
Philco 03, 04
Philips 08
Pioneer 16
Portland 03
Quasar 06, 18
Radio Shack 05, 14
RCA 04, 10
Sampo 12
Sanyo 11
Scott 12
Sears 07, 10, 11
Sharp 03, 05, 18
Sylvania 08, 12
Tek nik a03, 08, 14
Tos hi ba 07
Wards 03, 04, 12
Yor x 12
Zenith 15
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•If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be eras ed.
•If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one programed to work with th e
VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander.
•When you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code nu mber may change. Set
the appropriate code number every time you replac e the batteries.
•When you press the AUDIO MONITOR (monitor de audio) 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.
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so that it works best for you, first scan through the table below. Then use the
accompanying diagrams and procedures o n the following pages to set up your VCR.
If your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to pages 9 and 10 for audio/video (A/V)
hookup. Then follow one of the hookups below. If your TV does not have A/V
inputs, do directly to one of the hookups below.
If you have Use Refer to
Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 1
No cable box or cable box with only a
few scrambled channels
Cable box with many scrambled
channels
After you have completed the connections, follow the instructions for setup.
After you have completed the setup, you are re ady to use your VCR. Procedures
differ depending on the h ookup 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. If
you connect the AC power cord before the connections are completed, you may not
be able to use the Plug and Play (enchufar y ajustar) function.
•Be sure you make connections firmly. Loose connections may cause picture
distortion.
• If your TV does not match any of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony
dealer or qualified technician.
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A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
B Use this hookup if your TV does not have stereo jacks
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
Note
• If you use the Trinitron TV Synchro Play function (page 25), the A/V connection is
necessary. (If your TV has two or more inputs, connect the audio/video cable to the VIDEO
IN 1 (entrada de video 1) jacks.)
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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. If your TV does not have A/V
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If you are not planning to use your VCR to record programs, you finished setting up
the VCR after you have 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.
For SLV-LX700S and SLV-LX600S
For a true “home theater” experience, you should connect the audio outputs of your
VCR or TV to your stereo system.
A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
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Audio/video cable (supplied)
B Use this hookup if your TV does not have stereo jacks
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Video cable (not supplied)TVAudio c able (not supplied)
Notes
•To play a tape in ster eo, you must use the A/V connection.
•If you do not have a stereo receiver, connect the white LINE OUT/AUDIO L (salida de línea/
audio izquierda) jack to the AUDIO IN (entra da de audio) jack on your TV.
•If you use the Trinitron TV Synchro Play function (page 25), the A/V connection is
necessary. (If your TV has two or more inputs, connect the audio/video cable to the VIDEO
IN 1 (entrada de video 1) jacks.)
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Antenna hookup
Make the following connections if you are using an antenna (if you do not have cable
TV).
A Use this hookup if you are using:
• VHF/UHF antenna (you get channels 2–13 and channels 14 and higher)
• UHF-only an tenna (you get channels 14 and higher)
•Separate VHF and UHF antennas
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B Use this hookup if you are using a VHF-only antenna (you get
channels 2–13 only)
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If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the VCR directly
If your antenna cable is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attac h an external
antenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the RF IN (entrada
de radiofrecuencia) connector. If you have separate cables for VHF and UHF
antennas, you should use a U/V band mixer (not supplied) (page 50).
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TV: A, B, or C.
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A
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TV: A, B, or C.
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Plug the VCR into the AC outlet.
The VCR automatically presets the TV channels when the VCR is plugged into
the AC outlet.
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The VCR starts presetting the channels.
You have now completed VCR setup.
To change the on-screen display language, see “ Step 5 : Selecting a language” on
page 18.
To add or disable channels manually, see “Presetting/disabling channels
manually” on page 21.
Notes
• If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the
channels may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see “Step 6 : Presetting channels” on
page 19.
•Do not press any buttons on the VCR or remote commander during Auto preset.
•Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the AC power cord for the first time
after you purchase the VCR.
•Auto preset can be performed by pressing x STOP (parada) continuously for 5 seconds or
more with the VCR power turned off.
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You have no cable box, or a cable box with only a few
scrambled channels
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Recommended use
Use this hookup if you do not have a cable bo x. Also use this ho okup 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 cannot do
•Record scrambled channels that requ ire a cable box
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directly to your TV if
you do not have a
cable box.
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UHF
VHF
UHF
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A
of connector
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B, or C.
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B
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Plug the VCR into the AC outlet.
The VCR automatically presets the TV channels when the VCR is plugged into
the AC outlet.
AC po wer cord
to AC outlet
The VCR starts presetting the channels.
You have now completed VCR setup.
To change the on-screen display language, see “ Step 5 : Selecting a language” on
page 18.
To add or disable channels manually, see “Presetting/disabling channels
manually” on page 21.
Notes
• If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the
channels may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see “Step 6 : Presetting channels” on
page 19.
•Do not press any buttons on the VCR or remote commander during Auto preset.
•Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the AC power cord for the first time
after you purchase the VCR.
•Auto preset can be performed by pressing x STOP (parada) continuously for 5 seconds or
more with the VCR power turned off.
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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 cannot do
•Record with the cable box turned off
•Record one channel while watching another channel
IN
OUT
Cable box
IN
OUT
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VCR
After you have completed hookup…
After you have completed hookup, plug the VCR into the AC outlet and see
“Step 5 : Selecting a language” on page 18.
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or
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UHF
VHF
UHF
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Match the type of
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Step 4 : Setting the clock
Set the time and date to use the timer feature
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Before you start…
•Turn on the VCR and the TV.
•Set the “Salida video” to “ 3CH (canal3)”
or “4CH (canal4)” in the OPCIONES
AVANZADAS menu, whichever channel is
not used in your area. If both are used, set
the “Salida video” to either channel
(page 47). 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.
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Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to “Ajuste
del reloj,” then press OK (aceptación).
PLAY
OK
MENU PRINCIPAL
Prog. / Verif.
Ajuste del reloj
Preajuste sintonizador
Opciones Avanzadas
Language / Idioma
Escoger
:
Vv
:Ajustar
OK
AJUSTE DEL RELOJ
FECHA
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Press M/m to set the day.
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Press , to flash the month and press M/m to
set the month.
Set the year, hour, and minutes in th e same way as the month.
The day of the week is set automatically.
Press OK (aceptación) or MENU to start the clock.
FECHA
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Fin
FECHA
2/98
Escoger
Fin
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Bb : Vv
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OK
:
AJUSTE DEL RELOJ
Bb : Vv
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Salir
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You can change the o n-screen display
language.
Before you start…
•Turn on the VCR and the TV.
•Set the “Salida video” to “ 3CH (canal3)”
or “4CH (canal4)” in the OPCIONES
AVANZADAS menu, whichever channel is
not used in your area. If both are used, set
the “Salida video” to either channel
(page 47). 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.
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Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to
“Language/Idioma.”
PLAY
OK
Press , to select the desired language, English or Spanish.
PLAY
OK
Press MENU to exit the menu.
MENU
MENU
M/m/,
OK (aceptación)
MENU PRINCIPAL
Prog. / Verif.
Ajuste del reloj
Preajuste sintonizador
Opciones Avanzadas
Language / Idioma
Vv
Escoger
:
OK
:Ajustar
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Prog. / Verif.
Ajuste del reloj
Preajuste sintonizador
Opciones Avanzadas
Language / Idioma
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This VCR is capable of receiving VHF
channels 2 to 13, UHF channels 14 to 69 and
unscrambled CATV channels 1 to 125. First,
we recommend that you preset the receivable
channels in your area using automatic
presetting methods. Then, if there are any
unwanted channels, disable them manually.
If you have already decided which channels
you wish to preset, set them directly using
manual presetting methods (page 21).
Presetting all receivable
channels automatically
Before you start…
•Turn on the VCR and the TV. When using
a cable box, turn it on.
•Set the “Salida video” to “3CH (canal3)”
or “4CH (canal4)” in the OPCIONES
AVANZADAS menu, whichever channel is
not used in your area. If both are used, set
the “Salida video” to either channel
(page 47). 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.
MENU
1
2
Press M/m to move the cur sor (B) to “Preajuste
sintonizador,” then press OK (aceptación).
PLAY
OK
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Prog. / Verif.
Ajuste del reloj
Preajuste sintonizador
Opciones Avanzadas
Language / Idioma
Escoger
PREAJUSTE SINTONIZADOR
Ant / Cable:
Ajuste automático
Añadir / Borrar canales
Escoger
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Setting the clock
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M/m/</,
OK (aceptación)
MENU PRINCIPAL
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:Ajustar
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Press </, to select CABLE.
PLAY
OK
•To preset VHF and UHF channels:
Press </, to select ANTENA.
PLAY
OK
Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to “Ajuste
automático,” then press OK (aceptación).
PLAY
All receivable channels are preset in numerical
OK
sequence. When no more receivable channels
can be found, presetting stops and the picture
from the lowest numbered channel is displa yed
on the TV screen.
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Ant / Cable:
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Ant / Cable:
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Before you start…
•Turn on the VCR and the TV. When using
a cable box, turn it on.
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•Set the “Salida video” to “3CH (canal3)”
or “4CH (canal4)” in the OPCIONES
AVANZADAS menu, whichever channel is
not used in your area. If both are used, set
the “Salida video” to either channel
(page 47). 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.
MENU
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2
Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to “Preajuste
sintonizador,” then press OK (aceptación).
PLAY
OK
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ENTER
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CH (canal) +/–
MENU
M/m/</,
OK (aceptación)
MENU PRINCIPAL
Prog. / Verif.
Ajuste del reloj
Preajuste sintonizador
Opciones Avanzadas
Language / Idioma
Escoger
:
Vv
:Ajustar
OK
PREAJUSTE SINTONIZADOR
Ant / Cable:
Ajuste automático
Añadir / Borrar canales
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•To preset a channel:
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MENU.
PLAY
OK
MENU
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•To disable a channel:
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number.
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Press <, then press OK (aceptación) or
MENU.
PLAY
OK
MENU
Channel to be preset
AÑADIR / BORRAR CANALES
Seleccione canal:
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Channel to be disabled
AÑADIR / BORRAR CANALES
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TRINITRON TV
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(reproducción
sincronizada de
TV Trinitron)
CLEAR
(cancelación)
DISPLAY
(indicación)
REPLAY
(repetición)
X PA USE (pausa)
COMMERCIAL
SKIP (omisión de
anuncios)
H PLAY
(reproducción)
M FF ( avance
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Insert a tape.
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Additional tasks
To Pr ess
Stop play x STOP (parada)
Pause play X PAU SE ( pau sa)
Resume play after pause X PAU SE (pausa) or H PLAY (reproducción)
Fast-forward the tape M FF (avance rápido) durin g stop
Rewind the tape m REW (rebobinado) durin g stop
Eject the tape Z EJECT (expulsión)
To p lay a recently watched scene
You can imm ediately rewind and playback the scene you want to watch again.
During playback, press REPLAY (repetición). The VCR rewinds the tape about ten
seconds on the counter for each press of the button, and restarts playback.
To s ki p playback
You can skip a po rtion of playback you do not want to watch (such as a commercial)
and restart playback.
During playback, press COMMERCIAL SKIP (omisión de anuncios) up to four
times. The VCR skips the tape 30 seconds on the counter for each press of the
button, and restarts playback.
To turn off the power while rewinding (Rewind Shut Off)
Press ?/1 while the tape is rewinding. The power will turn off but the tape will keep
rewinding until it reaches the end.
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To u se the time counter
Press CLEAR (cancelación) at the point on the tape that you want to find later. The
counter in the display window resets to “00:00” or “0:00.” To search for the counter
0:00:00 point automatically, see “To search for the counter 0:00:00 point” on page 44.
To display the counter on the TV screen, press DISPLAY (indicación).
Notes
•Tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VC R but the
picture quality cannot be guaranteed.
•While displaying a menu on the TV screen, you cannot use H PLAY (reproducción),
X PAUSE (pausa), M FF (avance rápido), m REW (rebobinado), or x STOP (parada)
buttons.
•The counter resets to “00:00” or “0:00” (in the display window) or “0:00:00” (on the TV
screen) whenever a tape is reinserted.
•The counter stops counting when it comes to a portion with no recording.
•When 10 hours have passed, the counter in the display window returns to “0:00” and the
count starts over again.
•When playback does not start even if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed, set “Autoreproducción” in the OPCIONES AVANZADAS menu correctly (page 46).
Turning on the VCR and TV, and starting playback
automatically (Trinitron TV Synchro Play)
You can only use this function if your TV is made by Sony (Trinitron TV).
How to connect to use this function
Connect the VCR and TV with the audio/video cable (see “Audio/video (A/V)
hookup” on pages 9 and 10). Be sure to connect the audio/video cable to the VIDEO
IN 1 (entrada de video 1) jacks on the TV if the TV has two inputs or more. The TV
must be placed where it will respond to the remote commander while you are
pointing it at the VCR.
Operation
Make sure that the TV’s power is in standby mode.
Press TRINITRON TV SYNCHRO PLAY (reproducción sincronizada de TV
Trinitron) and hold the remote commander in place for about two seconds.
The VCR and TV turn on, and the TV is set to the video channel. If there is a tape in
the VCR, playback starts automatically.
Notes
•If the Trinitron TV Synchro Play function does not work properly:
–Wait a few moments, and press the button again.
–Replace both of the batteries with new ones, and press the button again.
Note that this function may not operate some Sony TVs because of the remote commander’s
signal limitations.
•Do not press TRINITRON TV SYNCHRO PLAY (reproducción sincronizada de TV
Trinitron) during playback. If you do so, the TV’s input source will mom entarily switch to
the TV’s tuner.
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To record from a cable box, turn it on.
Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
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REMAIN
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DISPLAY
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ENTER
(introducción)
SP/EP
CH (canal) +/–
INPUT SELECT
(selección de
entrada)
z REC
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x STOP (parada)
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Press SP/EP to select the tape speed, SP or EP.
SP / EP
EP (Extended Play) provides recording time three times as long as SP
(Standard Play). However, SP produces better picture and audio quality.
Press z REC (grabación) to start recording.
REC
“REC (grabación)” appears in the displa y window.
To s top recording
Press x STOP (parada).
To check the remaining tape length
Press DISPLAY (indicación). With the display on, press COUNTER/REMAIN
(contador/resto) to check the remaining time. Each time you press COUNTER/
REMAIN (contador/resto), the time counter and the remaining tape length appear
alternately. The white bar indicates the current location in relation to the entire tape
length. The remaining time also appears in the display window.
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Time counter
To c heck the remaining tape length of a tape, set
AVANZADAS menu correctly (page 46).
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Remaining tape length
“Selc. de cinta” in the OPCIONES
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Select another channel on the TV.
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To save a recording
To prevent accidental erasure, break
off the safety tab as illustrated. To
record on the tape again, cover the tab
hole with adhesive tape.
Tips
•To select a channel, you can use the number buttons on th e remote commander. Enter the
channel number, then press ENTER (introducción).
•You can select a video source from the LI NE IN 1 (entrada de línea 1) or LINE-2 IN (entrada
de línea 2) jacks using the INPUT SELECT (selección de entrada) button.
•The display appears on th e TV screen indicating information about the tape, but the
information will not be recorded on the tape.
• If you do not want to watch TV while recording, you ca n turn off the TV. When using a cable
box, make sure to leave it on.
Notes
•The remaining tape length may not be indi cated accurately for short tapes such as T-20 or T30, or tapes recorded in the LP mode.
•The display does n ot appear during still (pause) mode or slow-motion playback .
•It may take up to one minute for the VCR to calculate and display the remaining tape length
after you press DISPLAY (indicación).
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Recording TV programs using the DIAL
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SLV-LX500)
The Dial Timer function allows you to make
timer recordings of programs without turning
on your TV. Set the recording timer to record
up to eight programs that will be broadcast
within a month using the DIAL TIMER
(temporizador dial). The recording start time
and recording stop ti me can be set at one
minute intervals.
Before you start...
•When using a cable box, turn it on.
•Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
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Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time.
Press DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial).
DIAL TIMER
The current date appears in the display wind ow.
If the date and time are not set, “1” will appear. See step 2 in the following
section “To set the clock” to set the date and time.
Turn DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial) to set the recording date.
DIAL TIMER
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“AM” or “PM” and the time appe ar alternately in the display window.
Turn DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial) to set the recording start time.
DIAL TIMER
You can set the recording start time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time
in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL (canal) +/– buttons.
CHANNEL
Press DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial).
DIAL TIMER
“AM” or “PM” and the time appe ar alternately in the display window.
Turn DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial) to set the recording stop time.
DIAL TIMER
You can set the recording stop time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time
in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL (canal) +/– buttons.
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The channel number appears in the display window.
Turn DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial) to set the channel number.
DIAL TIMER
To record from a source connected to the LINE IN 1 (entrada de línea 1) or
LINE-2 IN (entrada de línea 2) jacks, turn DIAL TIMER (temporizador
dial) or press INPUT SELECT (selección de entrada) to display “L1” or
“L2.”
INPUT
SELECT
Press DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial) to complete the setting.
DIAL TIMER
“OK (aceptación)” appears in the display window for about five seconds.
The TIMER (temporizador) indicator appears in t he display window and the
VCR stands by for recording. When using a cab le box, leave it on.
To return to the previous step
To return to the previous step, press the CHANNEL (canal) + and – buttons on the
VCR at the same time during any of the Dial Timer settings.
To s top recording
To stop the VCR while recording, press x STOP (parada).
To use the VCR after setting the timer
To u se the VCR before a timer recording begins, just press ?/1. The TIMER
(temporizador) indicator disappears from the display window and the VCR switches
on. Remember to press ?/1 to reset the VCR to the timer recording standby mode
after using the VCR.
You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording:
•Reset the counter (page 25).
•Display tape information on the TV screen (page 27).
•Check the timer settings (page 40).
•Watch another TV program (page 28).
To s et the clock
Hold down DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial) so that the DAY (día) indicator and
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After you set the year, “AM” and “12:– –” appear alternately in the display
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Turn a nd press DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial) to set the hour and minute.
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Tips
•To cancel a Dial Timer setting, press x STOP (parada) on the VCR
setting.
•The program is recorded in the current tape speed. To change the tape speed, press SP/EP
before you complete the setting in step 9 (page 31).
•To check, change, or cancel the program setting, see “Checking/changing/cancel ing timer
settings” on page 40.
Notes
• If eight programs have already been set using the manual timer setting, “FULL” appears in
the display window for about five seconds.
•The TIMER (temporizador)
setting in step 9 on page 31 with no tape inserted.
•When the setting time is incorrect, “Err” appears in the display window in step 9. Set the
timer again from step 1.
•You c annot set the tape speed to “AUTO” using the DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial). To
select “AUTO,” set the “VEL” position in “Prog./Verif.”
About the Demonstration Mode
The DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial) function has a Demo nstration Mode that
allows the user, such as a salesperson, to enter more than eight examples of timer
settings when demonstrating t he use of the DIAL TIMER (temporizador dial). It
cancels the FULL notice which appears if eight programs have already been set. Do
not use the Demonstration Mode for making timer recordings. Doing so may cause
the settings to be inaccurate.
To a ctivate the Demonstration Mode
Press X PAUSE (pausa) on the VCR
dial). “DEMO” appears in the display window for a few seconds.
To cancel the Demonstration Mode
Turn t he power off and unplug the AC power cord. Although the Demonstration
Mode is canceled, the timer settings entered while using the Demonstration Mode
will remain. Be sure to manually cancel the timer settings before you use the Dial
Timer or any other timer method after reconnecting the AC power cord (page 40).
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You can preset up to eigh t programs together
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Before you start…
•Check that the VCR clock is set to the
correct time.
•Turn on the VCR and the TV and set it to
the video channel. When using a cable
box, turn it on.
•Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
Make sure the tape is longer than the total
recording time.
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PLAY
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Set the channel number, start and stop time,
date, and tape speed:
PLAY
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1 Press , to flash each item in turn.
2 Press M/m to set each item.
To correct a setting, press < to return to
INPUT
SELECT
that setting and reset.
To record from a source connected to the LINE IN 1 (entrada de línea 1) or
LINE-2 IN (entrada de línea 2) jacks, press INPUT SELECT (selección de
• CH
entrada) or CH (canal) +/– to display “L1” or “L2” in the “CH (canal)”
position.
To r ec ord the same program every day or the same day every week, press m
while the date is flashing. For details, see “Daily/weekly recording” below.
To use the Auto Tape Speed function, press m to display “AUTO” in the
“VEL” position. For details, see “To use the Auto Tape Speed function” on
page 35.
Press OK (aceptación) to confirm the setting.
PLAY
To enter another setting, press M/m to select the next row and repeat step 4.
OK
Press TIMER (temporizador) to exit the menu.
TIMER
Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR.
The TIMER (temporizador) indicato r appears in the display window and the
VCR stands by for recording. When using a cable box, leave it on.
To s top recording
To stop the VCR while recording, press x STOP (parada).
Daily/weekly recording
In step 4 above, press m to select the recording pattern. Each time you press m, the
indication changes as shown below. Press M to change the indication in reverse
order.
LU–VI t CADA DO t CADA LU t ..... t CADA–SA t 1 month later t (dates
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To use the VCR after setting the timer
To u se the VCR before a timer recording begins, just press ?/1. The TIMER
(temporizador) indicator disappears from the display window and the VCR switches
on. Remember to press ?/1 to reset the VCR to the timer recording standby mode
after using the VCR.
You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording:
•Reset the counter (page 25).
•Display tape information on the TV screen (page 27).
•Check the timer settings (page 40).
•Watch another TV program (page 28).
To use the Auto Tape Speed function
When you are recording a program in the SP mode and the remaining tape becom es
shorter than the recording time, the tape speed is automatically changed to the EP
mode. Note that some noise will appear on the picture when the tape speed is
changed. If you want to keep the tape speed, select SP. To operate this function, set
“Selc. de cinta” in the OPCIONES AVANZADAS menu correctly (page 46).
Tips
•To set the channel, you can also use the CH (canal) +/– or number buttons.
•To show the “Prog./Verif.,” you can use the MENU button. Press MENU, press
move the cursor (B) to “Prog./Verif.,” then press OK (aceptación).
•If the indicator appears, the ti mer settings overlap. To check, change or cancel the program
setting, see “Checking/c hanging/canceling timer settings” on pa ge 40.
•If the indicator appears, this means that the VCR is currently recording this program.
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When the VCR is turned on, hold down ?/1 POWER (alimentación) on the VCR
until “LOC” appears in the display window. The VCR turns off and the TIMER
(temporizador) indicator remains lit if there is a timer setting. The VCR will not
work except for timer recordings.
To unlock the VCR
Hold down ?/1 POWER (alimentación) on the VCR
the display window. The VCR is unlocked and turns on.
To stop timer recording while the VCR is locked, press x STOP (parada). The
recording stops and the VCR is unlocked.
Note
•The VCR will be unlocked when:
–You stop timer recording by pressing x STOP (par ada).
–You insert a tape.
–The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops.
?/1 POWER (alimentación)
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Playback options Operation
View the pict ure during fastforward or rewind
Play at high speed • During playback, briefly press M FF (avance rápido) or m REW
Play at twice the normal speed D uring playback, press ×2.
Play in slow motion During pl ayback or pause, press y SLOW (cámara lenta).
Play frame by frame During pause, press M FF (avance rápido) on the r emote commander
To r esume normal playback
Press H PLAY (reproducción).
During fast-forward, hold down M FF (avance rápido). During
rewind, hold down m REW (rebobinado).
(rebobinado). The tape con tinues to play at high speed.
•During playback, hold down M FF (avance rápido) or m REW
(rebobinado). When you release the button, normal playback
resumes.
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–Streaks appear while playing in slow motion.
–The picture shakes during pause.
•The VCR turns on and starts playback automatically by pressing H PLAY (reproducción)
with the VCR power turned off.
on the VCR
Notes
•The sound is muted during these opera tions.
•Tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VCR but the
picture quality cannot be gua ranteed.
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Setting the recording duration time
After you have started recording, you can
have the VCR stop recording automatically
after a specified duration.
While recording, press z REC (grabación).
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The TIMER (temporizador) indicator appears in the display window.
Press z REC (grabación) repeatedly to set the duration time.
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Each press advances the time in increments of 30 minutes.
3:30 4:00
Setting the recording duration time
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The tape counter decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the VCR stops
recording and turns off automatically.
To extend the duration
Press z REC (grabación) repeatedly to set a new duration time.
To cancel the duration
Press z REC (grabación) repeatedly until the TIMER (temporizador) indicator
disappears and the VCR returns to normal recording mode.
To s top while recording
Press x STOP (parada).
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• If you do not need to change the settings, press MENU, then turn off the VCR
to return to recording standby.
you want to change or cancel.
•To change the setting, press </, to flash the
•To cancel the setting, press CLEAR
Press OK (aceptación) to confirm the setting.
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Press TIMER (temporizador) to exit the menu.
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If any timer settings remain, turn off the VCR to return to recording standby.
When the timer settings overlap
The program that starts first has priority and the second program starts recording only
after the first program has finished. If the programs start at the same time, the
program listed first in the menu has priority.
Tip
•To show the “Prog./Verif.,” you can use the MENU button. Press MENU, press
move the cursor (B) to “Prog./Verif.,” then press OK (aceptación).
item you want to change, and press M/m to
change it.
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When you receive a program broadcast in stereo, press AUDIO MONITOR (monitor
de audio) to display ESTÉREO on t he TV screen. You can also sele ct IZQUIERDA,
DERECHA, or MONOFÓNICO. If there is noise in the stereo program, select
MONOFÓNICO. The sound will be recorded in monau ral (on both hi-fi and normal
audio tracks) but with less noise.
Recording bilingual programs
Press AUDIO MONITOR (monitor de audio) to display “SAP” on the TV screen.
When a SAP (Second Audio Program) is received, “SAP” appears on the TV screen.
When PRINCIPAL is selected, the VCR records only the main sound.
Selecting the sound during playback
During playback, press AUDIO MONITOR (monitor de audio) to select the sound
you want.
To l ist en to On-screen display Display window
Stereo ESTÉREO Hi-Fi
Left channel IZQUIERDA Hi-Fi
Right channel DERECHA Hi-Fi
Monaural sound on the
normal audio track
How sound is recorded on a video tape
The VCR records sound onto two separate tracks. Hi-fi audio 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.
Normal audio track
Hi-fi audio track
(main track)
Notes
•To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V con nections.
•When you play a tape recorded in monaural, t he sound is heard in monaural regardless of the
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The VCR automatically marks the tape with
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You can easily find a specific point using
various search functions.
To search using the index function (Scan and Play)
The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each
recording begins. Use these signals as references to find a specific recording.
Insert an indexed tape into the VCR.
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Press SEARCH (búsqueda).
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Press , to scan ahead, or < to scan backwards.
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The VCR searches and then plays back for about
five seconds.
Press H PLAY (reproducción) to view that program.
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