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Video Cassette
Player
Operating Instructions
SLV-XA127PL
SLV-XF247PL
©1997 by Sony Corporation
WARNING
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 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 unit and cause damage to the
video head and tape. When you first install
the unit, or when you move it from a cold to
a warm location, wait for about one hour
before operating the unit.
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.
Introduction
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Table of contents
Getting Started
4 Step 1: Unpacking
5 Step 2: Setting up the remote commander
6 Step 3: Hookups
Basic Operations
11 Playing a tape
Additional Operations
15 Playing/searching at various
speeds
17 Adjusting the picture
18 Editing with another VCR (SLV-
XF247PL only)
Additional Information
20 General setup information
21 Troubleshooting
23 Specifications
24 Index to parts and controls
back cover
Index
Getting Started
Introduction
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Getting Started
Step 1
Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the unit:
• Remote commander
• R6 (Size AA) batteries
• 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type
connectors
• Audio/video cable (3-phono to
3-phono) (SLV-XF247PL only)
Checking your model name
Getting Started
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The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models: SLV-XA127PL,
and XF247PL. Check your model number by looking at the rear
panel of your unit. The SLV-XF247PL is the model used for
illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated
in the text, for example, “SLV-XA127PL only.”
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.
Getting Started
Using the remote commander
You can use this remote
Remote sensor
commander to operate the unit
and a Sony TV. To operate this
unit, point at the remote sensor
REC
on the unit. To operate the TV,
point at the remote sensor on
the TV.
TV/VIDEO
; (TV power)
u
(on/standby)
PROG (CH) +/–
VOL +/–
To
Turn the TV to standby or active mode
Turn on the TV power
Increase (+) or decrease (–) the TV volume
Change the TV programme position
Select an input source of the TV either from aerial in or from line in
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 mix different types of batteries.
Press
u (on/standby)
; (TV power)
VOL +/–
PROG (CH) +/–
TV/VIDEO
Getting Started
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Step 3
Hookups
Selecting the hookup
There are basically two ways to hookup this unit depending on whether
your TV has audio/video inputs or not.
If your TV has audio/video inputs
See “Audio/video (A/V) hookup” on pages 7 and 8.
If your TV doesn’t have audio/video inputs
See “Antenna hookup” on pages 9 and 10.
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.
Getting Started
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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 unit using these connections.
For SLV-XF247PL, you should also connect the audio outputs of your unit or
TV to your stereo system for a true “home theater” experience.
You’re finished setting up the unit after you’ve made the connections.
If your TV doesn’t have A/V inputs, see page 9 for antenna hookup.
(For SLV-XA127PL)
A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
This unit
TV
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE OUT
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
B Use this hookup if your TV doesn’t have stereo jacks
Getting Started
This unit
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE OUT
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
TV
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
continued
Getting Started
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Step 3: Hookups (continued)
(For SLV-XF247PL)
A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
This unit
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE 1 IN
LINE 1 OUT
TV
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
AUDIO OUT
Audio/video cable (supplied)
B Use this hookup if your TV doesn’t have stereo jacks
This unit
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE 1 IN
LINE 1 OUT
Video cable (not supplied) Audio cable (not supplied)
Note (SLV-XF247PL only)
• To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.
TV
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
Stereo receiver
AUX IN
Stereo receiver
AUX IN
Getting Started
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Antenna hookup
Make the following connections if your TV doesn’t have A/V inputs.
A 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
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
A
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
B
This unit
VHF/UHF
IN
OUT
or
VHF
UHF
or
VHF
C
Antenna cable (supplied)
UHF
B Use this hookup if you’re using a VHF-only antenna (you get
channels 2–13 only)
Rear of TV
Match the type of
connector on your
A
TV: A, B, or C.
B
For connector types
B and C, no UHF
connection is
required.
C
This unit
VHF/UHF
IN
OUT
Antenna cable (supplied)
VHF/UHF
or
or
VHF
UHF
VHF
UHF
Getting Started
If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the unit 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 use a
U/V band mixer (not supplied). For details, see page 20.
continued
Getting Started
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