3-066-347-E1 (1) GB
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
PAL SECAM
SLV-SE210B
SLV-SX110B
© 2001 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.
Mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.
Precautions
Safety
•This unit operates on 230 V AC, 50 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 wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.
Installing
•Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup.
•Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.
•Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
•Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
•Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.
•Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
•If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about three 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 systems
•This VCR is designed to record and play back using the PAL (B/G) and SECAM colour systems. Recording of video sources based on other colour systems cannot be guaranteed.
•Tapes recorded with the MESECAM colour systems can be played back on this VCR using a TV or a colour monitor supporting the SECAM colour system.
SHOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
2 WARNING
Table of contents
Getting Started
4 Index to parts and controls
9Step 1 : Unpacking
10Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
12Step 3 : Connecting the VCR
13Step 4 : Setting up the VCR with the Auto Set Up function
15 Setting the clock
17Selecting a language
18Presetting channels
21Changing/disabling programme positions
26Setting the Canal Plus decoder (SLV-SE210B only)
Basic Operations
29 Playing a tape
31 Recording TV programmes
34Recording TV programmes using the ShowView system (SLV-SE210B only)
38Recording TV programmes using the timer
Additional Operations
41Playing/searching at various speeds
42Setting the recording duration time
43Checking/changing/cancelling timer settings
45Adjusting the picture
46Changing menu options
48Editing with another VCR
Additional Information
50 Troubleshooting
53Specifications
54Index
Back Cover
Quick Start Guide
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Table of contents 3
Getting Started
Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.
A?/1 (on/standby) switch (36)
BA (eject) button (29)
CTape compartment
Dm (rewind) button (29) (41)
EH (play) button (29) (41)
FM (fast-forward) button (29) (41)
Gx (stop) button (29) (49)
HX (pause) button (29) (49)
Iz ENR (record) button (31) (42) (49)
JRemote sensor (10)
KCHAINE (programme) +/– buttons (41) (45)
4 Index to parts and controls
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ATape indicator (37) |
CTimer indicator (36) (39) |
BTime counter/clock/line/programme |
DRecording indicator (31) |
position indicator (30) (31) |
EVCR indicator (12) (32) |
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A8 IN FRONT ANT. (in front antenna) connector (12)
BAV2 IN (DÉ C./EXT.) connector* (26) (48)
CMains lead (13)
* SLV-SE210B only
DAV1 (EURO AV) (av1 (euro av)) connector (12) (26)
E OUT TO TV (out to tv) connector (12)
6 Index to parts and controls
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remain) button (32) |
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EProgramme number buttons (11) (32) |
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JMENU (menu) button (15) (43) |
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x STOP (stop)/m button (15) (29) |
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m RET (rewind)/< button (29) |
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M AV (fast-forward)/, button |
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Index to parts and controls 7
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L[TV] / [MAGN] (TV/video) remote control switch (10)
M?/1 (on/standby) switch (11) (36)
NCHOIX ENTREE (input select) button (32) (39) (49)
Ot TV/MAGN (TV/video) button (11) (12) (32)
P AFFICH (display) button (32)
QCHAINE (programme) +/– buttons (11) (31)
RWIDE (wide) button (for TV) (11)
Sy RALENTI (slow) button (41)
T× 2 button (41)
8 Index to parts and controls
Check that you have received the following items with the VCR:
• Remote commander |
• Aerial cable |
• R6 (size AA) batteries |
• PERITEL cable |
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The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models: SLV-SE210B and SX110B. Check your model number by looking at the rear panel of your VCR. SLV-SE210B is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “SLV-SX110B only.”
Unpacking 9
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.
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.
Remote sensor
[TV] / [MAGN]
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[TV] and point at the remote sensor at the TV |
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10 Setting up the remote commander
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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 together with an old one.
•Do not use different types of batteries together.
•Some buttons may not work with certain Sony TVs.
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Setting up the remote commander 11
IN FRONT ANT.
OUT TO TV |
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(EURO AV)
ANTENNE ENTREE
Aerial cable (supplied)
PERITEL
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Connect OUT TO TV of the VCR and the aerial input of your TV using the supplied aerial cable.
Connect AV1 (EURO AV) on the VCR and the PERITEL connector on the TV with the supplied PERITEL cable.
This connection improves picture and sound quality. Whenever you want to watch the VCR picture, press t TV/MAGN to display the VCR indicator in the display window.
Tip
•If your TV does not have a PERITEL connector, use the VMC-2106HG cable instead and connect the cable to the line in jacks of your TV.
12 Connecting the VCR
Before using the VCR for the first time, set up the VCR using the Auto Set Up function. With this function, you can set the TV channels, guide channels for the ShowView system*, and VCR clock* automatically.
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LECTURE
OK
Press OK.
The SÉ LECTION DU PAYS menu appears.
SÉ LECTION DU PAYS
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If you want to change the order of the channels or disable unwanted programme positions, see
“Changing/disabling programme positions” on page 21.
After the search or download is complete, the current time appears for any stations that transmit a time signal. If the time does not appear, set the clock manually. See “Setting the clock” on page 15.
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Setting up the VCR with the Auto Set Up function 13
To cancel the Auto Set Up function
Press MENU.
Tip
• If you want to change the language for the on-screen display, see page 17.
Notes
•Whenever you operate the Auto Set Up function, some of the settings (ShowView*, timer, etc.) will be reset. If this happens, you have to set them again.
•After using the Auto Set Up function, the message for the Auto Set Up function does not appear automatically when you connect the mains lead again. If you want to use the Auto Set Up function again, press MENU, then press M/m/</, to highlight INSTALLATION and press OK. Press M/m to highlight INSTALLATION AUTO, then repeat all procedures from step 3.
* SLV-SE210B only
14 Setting up the VCR with the Auto Set Up function
You must set the time and date on the VCR to use the timer features properly.
The Auto Clock Set function works only if a station in your area is broadcasting a time signal.
Before you start…
•Turn on the VCR and the TV.
•Set the TV to video input.
•Refer to “Index to parts and controls” for button locations.
1 MENU
LECTURE
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Press MENU, then press M/m/</ , to highlight RÉ GLAGE HORLOGE and press OK.
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Setting the clock 15
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LECTURE
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Set the day, month, and year in sequence by pressing , to select the item to be set, and press M/m to select the digits, then press ,.
The day of the week is set automatically.
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Press M/m to select OUI for the setting the Auto Clock Set function.
The VCR automatically set the clock by the channel between PR01 to PR05 broadcasting the time signal.
If you do not need the Auto Clock Set function, select NON.
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Press MENU to exit the menu.
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Tips
•If you set HORLOGE AUTO to OUI, the Auto Clock Set function is activated whenever the VCR is turned off. The time is adjusted automatically by making reference to the time signal from the station.
•To change the digits while setting, press <to return to the item to be changed, and select the digits by pressing M/m.
16 Setting the clock
If you prefer an on-screen language other than French, use the on-screen display to select another language.
Before you start…
•Turn on the VCR and the TV.
•Set the TV to video input.
•Refer to “Index to parts and controls” for button locations.
1 MENU
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Press MENU, then press M/m/</ , to highlight SÉ LECTION LANGUE and press OK.
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LECTURE
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The abbreviations of the languages are as follows:
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French |
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