3-065-551-11 (1)
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony
Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) or
write to: Sony Customer Information Services Center 6900-29
Daniels Parkway, PMB 330, Fort Myers, FL 33912
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
Model No.:
SONY
SLV-N81/N71
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address:
Telephone No.:
1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ.07656 USA
201-930-6972
This device complies 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.
SLV-N81
SLV-N71
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Important Safeguards
Attachments
Do not use attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer, as
they may cause hazards.
For your protection, please read these safety
instructions completely before operating the
appliance, and keep this manual for future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and
instructions on the appliance, or the one described in
the operating instructions and adhere to them.
Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall
outlet before cleaning or polishing
it. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth
lightly dampened with water for
cleaning the exterior of the set.
Use
Power sources
This set should be operated only
from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of
electrical power supplied to your
home, consult your dealer or local power company.
For those sets designed to operate from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
Installation
Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets
near water - for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or
near a swimming pool, etc.
Grounding or Polarization
This set is equipped with a polarized ac power cord
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other),
or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug
having a third pin for grounding). Follow the
instructions below:
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is
not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to the
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits
from the appliance.
For the set with a polarized ac power cord
plug:
This plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This is a
Accessories
safety feature. If you are unable
Do not place the set on an
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug by forcing it in.
unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The set may
fall, causing serious injury to a
child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use
only a cart stand tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer.
For the set with a three-wire grounding
type ac plug:
An appliance and cart
combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance and cart
This plug will only fit into a
grounding-type power outlet.
This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
combination to overturn.
S3125A
Ventilation
Overloading
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of
the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots
and openings must never be blocked or covered.
Do not overload wall outlets,
extension cords or convenience
receptacles beyond their capacity,
since this can result in fire or
electric shock.
•
•
Never cover the slots and
openings with a cloth or other
materials.
Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into
the set through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.
Never block the slots and
openings by placing the set on
a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
surface.
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Service
•
•
Never place the set in a
confined space, such as a
bookcase, or built-in cabinet,
unless proper ventilation is
provided.
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
Do not place the set near or
over a radiator or heat register,
or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
•
•
When the power cord or plug is
damaged or frayed.
Antennas
If liquid has been spilled or
Outdoor antenna grounding
If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed,
follow the precautions below.
objects have fallen into the set.
An outdoor antenna system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can come in
contact with such power lines or circuits.
•
•
If the set has been exposed to
rain or water.
WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA
SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE
TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH
POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT
WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up
static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical
Code provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
If the set has been subject
to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the
cabinet has been damaged.
•
If the set does not operate
normally when following the
operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are
specified in the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the set to normal operation.
Antenna Grounding According to the
National Electrical Code
•
When the set exhibits a distinct change in
performance - this indicates a need for service.
Antenna Lead in Wire
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set
yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other
hazards.
Ground Clamp
Antenna Discharge unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Electric Service
Equipment
Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
(NEC Art 250 Part H)
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet
and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and
power-line surges.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service
or repairs to the set, ask the
service technician to perform
routine safety checks (as specified
by the manufacturer) to determine
that the set is in safe operating
condition.
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Getting Started
6 Step 1 : Unpacking
28 Setting the clock
35 Setting up the cable box control (SLV-N81 only)
48 Setting up the VCR Plus+® GOLD system (SLV-N81 only)
55 Setting up the VCR Plus+® system (SLV-N71 only)
Basic Operations
59 Playing a tape
(SLV-N81 only)
88 Creating a favorite channel list with
92 Changing menu options
94 Editing with another VCR
Dial Timer
70 Recording TV programs using the
system
76 Locking the VCR (Child Lock)
Additional Information
96 General setup information
98 Troubleshooting
100 Specifications
101 Index to parts and controls
106 Index
Additional Operations
77 Playing/searching at various speeds
79 Setting the recording duration time
80 Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings
Back Cover
82 Recording stereo and bilingual
Quick reference to using the VCR
programs
84 Searching using the index function
VCR Plus+, C3, ALLSET and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
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.
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Getting Started
Step 1 : 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 2 models: SLV-N81 and N71. Check your
model name by looking at the rear panel of your VCR. SLV-N81 is the model used for
illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for
example, “SLV-N81 only.”
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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
Remote sensor
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.
•TV / VIDEO
1
2
3
To operate
the VCR
Set •TV / VIDEO to
VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the VCR
•TV and point at the remote sensor at the TV
a Sony 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, 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
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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 •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 +/–, 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 •TV / VIDEO to VIDEO.
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.
Code
number
Code
number
Code
number
TV brand
TV brand
TV brand
Sony
01
JVC
09
RCA
04, 10
12
Akai
04
KMC
03
Sampo
Sanyo
Scott
AOC
04
Magnavox
Marantz
03, 08, 12
04, 13
11
Centurion
Coronado
Curtis-Mathes
Daytron
12
12
03
MGA/Mitsubishi 04, 12, 13, 17
Sears
07, 10, 11
03, 05, 18
08, 12
03, 08, 14
07
12
NEC
04, 12
06, 19
03, 04
08
Sharp
12
Panasonic
Philco
Sylvania
Teknika
Toshiba
Wards
Yorx
Emerson
Fisher
03, 04, 14
11
Philips
General Electric
Gold Star
Hitachi
06, 10
03, 04, 17
02, 03
04, 12
Pioneer
Portland
Quasar
16
03, 04, 12
12
03
06, 18
05, 14
Zenith
15
J.C.Penney
Radio Shack
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.
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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 10 and 11 for audio/video (A/V)
hookup. Then follow one of the hookups below. If your TV doesn’t have A/V inputs,
go directly to one of the hookups below.
For hookup 1 or 2, use the Sony RM-CM101 Cable Mouse (cable box controller) (not
supplied). For details on obtaining a Cable Mouse controller, contact the Sony
Customer Information Services Center.
For SLV-N81 only
If you have
Use
Refer to
A cable box that is compatible with the
Cable Mouse
Hookup 1
Pages 12 to 14
A digital broadcast service’s digital
satellite receiver that is compatible with
the Cable Mouse
Hookup 2
Pages 15 to 17
For both SLV-N81 and N71
If you have
Use
Refer to
No cable box or cable box with only a few Hookup 3
Pages 18 to 20
scrambled channels
Antenna only, no cable TV
Hookup 4
Pages 21 to 23
Pages 24 to 26
Cable box with many scrambled channels Hookup 5
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 to 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.
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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 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 your TV has the Control S function, hook up your VCR (SLV-N81 only) using the
connection shown on page 11. This will allow you to operate your VCR by pointing
your VCR’s remote commander at your TV.
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 pages 10 and 11. 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.
A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks
VCR
Stereo receiver
TV
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE-1
IN
LINE
OUT
AUX IN
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
AUDIO OUT
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
Audio cable (not supplied)
B Use this hookup if your TV doesn’t have stereo jacks
VCR
Stereo receiver
TV
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE-1
IN
AUX IN
LINE
OUT
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
Video cable (not supplied)
Note
Audio cable (not supplied)
•
If you don’t have a stereo receiver, connect the white LINE OUT/AUDIO L jack to the
AUDIO IN jack on your TV.
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C Use this hookup if your TV has the Control S function (SLV-N81 only)
VCR
Stereo receiver
TV
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE-1
CONTROL S
IN
AUX IN
IN
IN
LINE
OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
AUDIO OUT
CONTROL S OUT
Audio/video cable
(not supplied)
Audio cable (not supplied)
Control S cable (not supplied)
Notes
•
•
To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.
Use the RK-G69 Control S cable (not supplied) for Control S connections.
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.
TIMER SET/CHECK
ADVANCED OPTIONS
PAGE 1
SETTINGS
AUTO ANT SELECT
AUTO STEREO
TUNER AUDIO
ON
OFF
ADVANCED OPTIONS
TAPE SELECT
AUTO
ON
ON
AUTO TAPE SPEED
FAVORITE CH
,
NEXT
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: OK
: MENU
: MENU
For details, see page 92.
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.
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Hookup 1 (SLV-N81 only)
Using the cable box control feature
Recommended use
You should use this hookup if you have a cable box, especially if your cable system
scrambles all or most channels. This hookup allows the VCR’s cable box control
feature to control the channels on the cable box, simplifying the recording process. A
list of compatible cable boxes is on pages 37 and 38.
What you can do with this hookup
• Record any channel by using the Cable Mouse to select channels on the cable box
What you can’t do
• Record with the cable box turned off
• Record one channel while watching another channel
RM-CM101
Cable Mouse
(not supplied)
Cable box
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
Wall
IN
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
OUT
A
or
or
VHF
B
For connector types
B and C, no UHF
connection is
required.
UHF
VHF
VCR
C
PLUG IN
(
)
VHF/UHF
IN
POWER
CABLE BOX
CONTROL
CONTROL S
OUT
UHF
OUT
Positioning the Cable Mouse
Place the Cable Mouse so that it
hangs out over the front of the
remote sensor on the cable box.
Side view
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Hookup 1 : VCR setup
Before you start…
• Turn on the VCR and the TV.
• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window.
Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3
1 or CH4, whichever channel is not
used in your area. If both are
used, set the switch to either
channel. For details, see page 96.
RF UNIT
CH3 CH4
If you made A/V connections
(from page 10), you do not need
to adjust the RF UNIT switch.
Turn on your cable box.
2
3
Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.
EASY
SET UP
1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the
SET UP
LANGUAGE
on-screen display language to Spanish
ENGLISH
(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if
desired, and press OK. For details, see page
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
27.
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
2 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select
AUTO and press OK. For details, see page
29.
SET UP
CLOCK SET
AUTO
MANUAL
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
3 The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu
appears. Press M/m/</, to enter the ZIP/
POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK.
(You can also use the number buttons to enter
the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)
SET UP
SMART CHANNEL MAPPING
ZIP / POSTAL CODE
3 – – – –
SELECT
SET
:
:
0–9
NEXT
: OK
:
CANCEL
EASY SET UP
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4 The CABLE BOX CONTROL menu appears.
SET UP
CABLE BOX CONTROL
Select ON. For details, see page 36.
CABLE MOUSE
ON
OFF
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
5 Enter your cable box code number and press
SET UP
CABLE BOX CONTROL
OK. For details, see page 36.
CABLE MOUSE
ON
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
– – –
CH3
USE
NEXT
CANCEL
:
0–9
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
SET UP
CABLE BOX CONTROL
SET UP
CABLE MOUSE
ON
SET UP IS DONE
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
CH2
CH3
CH4
LINE
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ GOLD system
for recording, go to page 48 for VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel set up.
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 33.
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.
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Hookup 2 (SLV-N81 only)
Connecting to a digital satellite receiver
Recommended use
Use this hookup if you have a digital satellite receiver that is compatible with the
Cable Mouse. It allows the VCR’s cable box control feature to control the channel on
the digital satellite receiver, simplifying the recording process. A list of compatible
digital satellite receivers is on page 39.
What you can do with this hookup
• Record any channels by using the Cable Mouse to select channels on the digital
satellite receiver
What you can’t do
• Record with the digital satellite receiver turned off
• Record any channels from cable or an antenna (To record channels from cable or
an antenna, turn off the cable box control feature.)
• Use a cable box
• Record programs with the VCR Plus+ GOLD system (To use the VCR Plus+
GOLD system, turn off the cable box control feature.)
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
Match the
A
type of
Wall
connectoron
your TV: A,
B, or C.
or
or
VHF
or
B
VCR
PLUG IN
POWER
CABLE BOX
CONTROL
CONTROL S
OUT
(
)
VHF/UHF
IN
Forconnector
types B and
C, no UHF
UHF
VHF
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE-1
IN
OUT
LINE
OUT
connection is
required.
C
RM-CM101
UHF
Cable
Positioning the Cable Mouse
Mouse
(not supplied)
Place the Cable Mouse so that it
hangs out over the front of the
remote sensor on the digital
satellite receiver.
VHF/UHF
LINE
OUT
IN
OUT
AUDIO VIDEO
Digital satellite
receiver
Side view
continued
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Hookup 2 : VCR setup
Before you start…
• Turn on the VCR and the TV.
• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window.
Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3
1 or CH4, whichever channel is not
used in your area. If both are
used, set the switch to either
channel. For details, see page 96.
RF UNIT
CH3 CH4
If you made A/V connections
(from page 10), you do not need
to adjust the RF UNIT switch.
2
3
Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.
EASY
SET UP
1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the
SET UP
LANGUAGE
on-screen display language to Spanish
ENGLISH
(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if
desired, and press OK. For details, see page
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
27.
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
2 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select
AUTO and press OK. For details, see page
29.
SET UP
CLOCK SET
AUTO
MANUAL
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
3 The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu
appears. Press M/m/</, to enter the ZIP/
POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK.
(You can also use the number buttons to enter
the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)
SET UP
SMART CHANNEL MAPPING
ZIP / POSTAL CODE
3 – – – –
SELECT
SET
:
:
0–9
NEXT
: OK
:
CANCEL
EASY SET UP
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4 The CABLE BOX CONTROL menu appears.
SET UP
CABLE BOX CONTROL
Select ON. For details, see page 36.
CABLE MOUSE
ON
OFF
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
5 Enter your digital satellite receiver code
number and press OK. For details, see page
36.
SET UP
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CABLE MOUSE
ON
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
– – –
CH3
USE
NEXT
CANCEL
:
0–9
: OK
EASY SET UP
:
6 Set your digital satellite receiver output channel (BOX OUTPUT CH) to LINE
and press OK.
SET UP
CABLE BOX CONTROL
SET UP
CABLE MOUSE
ON
SET UP IS DONE
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
CH2
CH3
CH4
LINE
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
You have now completed hookup.
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 33.
Notes
•
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.
•
To successfully record a program from the digital satellite receiver, proceed as follows:
– Leave the digital satellite receiver on all the time.
– Turn off the display (menu screen, channel number, etc.) of the digital satellite receiver.
– To record or receive locked channels, unlock the channel before the VCR starts recording.
– To set pay-per-view programs in the timer setting, order the pay-per-view program before
the VCR starts recording.
– Some programs are copy protected. You cannot record these programs.
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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
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
Wall
VHF/UHF
IN
Match the type
of connector
A
OUT
on your TV: A,
B, or C.
or
or
VHF
B
C
For connector
types B and C,
no UHF
connection is
required.
UHF
VHF
Connect this cable
directly to your TV if
you don’t have a
cable box.
Cable box
IN
OUT
UHF
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Hookup 3 : VCR setup
Before you start…
• Turn on the VCR and the TV.
• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window.
Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3
1 or CH4, whichever channel is not
used in your area. If both are
used, set the switch to either
channel. For details, see page 96.
RF UNIT
CH3 CH4
If you made A/V connections
(from page 10), you do not need
to adjust the RF UNIT switch.
Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.
2
EASY
SET UP
1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the
SET UP
LANGUAGE
on-screen display language to Spanish
ENGLISH
(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if
desired, and press OK. For details, see page
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
27.
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
2 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select
AUTO and press OK. For details, see page
29.
SET UP
CLOCK SET
AUTO
MANUAL
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
3 (For SLV-N81 only)
SET UP
SMART CHANNEL MAPPING
The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu
appears. Press M/m/</, to enter the ZIP/
POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK.
(You can also use the number buttons to enter
the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)
ZIP / POSTAL CODE
3 – – – –
SELECT
SET
:
:
0–9
NEXT
: OK
CANCEL
:
EASY SET UP
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SET UP
CABLE BOX CONTROL
The CABLE BOX CONTROL menu appears.
Select OFF and press OK.
CABLE MOUSE
ON
OFF
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
5 The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set
ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and press
OK. For details, see page 42.
SET UP
TUNER PRESET
ANTENNA / CABLE
ANT
CABLE
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
6 The AUTO PRESET starts.
SET UP
TUNER PRESET
SET UP
CH 2 4
AUTO PRESET
SET UP IS DONE
PROCESSING
PLEASE WAIT
You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ or VCR Plus+
GOLD system for recording, go to the page listed below.
For SLV-N81: Go to page 48 for VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel set up.
For SLV-N71: Go to page 55 for VCR Plus+ system channel set up.
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 33.
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.
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Hookup 4
Antenna hookup
Make the following connections if you’re using an antenna (if you don’t have cable
TV).
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 ofTV
VHF/UHF
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
A
or
or
VHF
VCR
B
VHF/UHF
IN
UHF
OUT
VHF
C
UHF
B Use this hookup if you’re using a VHF-only antenna (you get
channels 2–13 only)
Rear ofTV
VHF/UHF
Match the type of
A
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
or
or
VHF
VCR
For connector types
connection is
required.
B
VHF/UHF
IN
UHF
OUT
VHF
C
UHF
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 use a
U/V band mixer (not supplied). For details, see page 97.
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Hookup 4 : VCR setup
Before you start…
• Turn on the VCR and the TV.
• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window.
Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3
1 or CH4, whichever channel is not
used in your area. If both are
used, set the switch to either
channel. For details, see page 96.
RF UNIT
CH3 CH4
If you made A/V connections
(from page 10), you do not need
to adjust the RF UNIT switch.
Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.
2
EASY
SET UP
1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the
SET UP
LANGUAGE
on-screen display language to Spanish
ENGLISH
(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if
desired, and press OK. For details, see page
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
27.
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
2 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select
AUTO and press OK. For details, see page
29.
SET UP
CLOCK SET
AUTO
MANUAL
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
3 (For SLV-N81 only)
SET UP
SMART CHANNEL MAPPING
The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu
appears. Press M/m/</, to enter the ZIP/
POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK.
(You can also use the number buttons to enter
the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)
ZIP / POSTAL CODE
3 – – – –
SELECT
SET
:
:
0–9
NEXT
: OK
CANCEL
:
EASY SET UP
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SET UP
CABLE BOX CONTROL
The CABLE BOX CONTROL menu appears.
Select OFF and press OK.
CABLE MOUSE
ON
OFF
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
5 The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set
ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and press OK.
For details, see page 42.
SET UP
TUNER PRESET
ANTENNA / CABLE
ANT
CABLE
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
6 The AUTO PRESET starts.
SET UP
TUNER PRESET
SET UP
CH 2 4
AUTO PRESET
SET UP IS DONE
PROCESSING
PLEASE WAIT
You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ or VCR Plus+
GOLD system for recording, go to the page listed below.
For SLV-N81: Go to page 48 for VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel set up.
For SLV-N71: Go to page 55 for VCR Plus+ system channel set up.
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 33.
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.
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Hookup 5
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 off
• Record one channel while watching another channel
Cable box
Rear of TV
VHF/UHF
Wall
IN
OUT
Match the type of
connector on your
TV: A, B, or C.
A
or
or
VHF
B
For connector
types B and C, no
UHF connection
is required.
UHF
VHF
C
VCR
VHF/UHF
IN
UHF
OUT
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Hookup 5 : VCR setup
Before you start…
• Turn on the VCR and the TV.
• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window.
Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3
1 or CH4, whichever channel is not
used in your area. If both are
used, set the switch to either
channel. For details, see page 96.
RF UNIT
CH3 CH4
If you made A/V connections
(from page 10), you do not need
to adjust the RF UNIT switch.
Turn on your cable box.
2
3
Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.
EASY
SET UP
1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the
SET UP
LANGUAGE
on-screen display language to Spanish
ENGLISH
(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if
desired, and press OK. For details, see page
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
27.
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
2 The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select
MANUAL and press OK. Then set the clock
manually and press OK. For details, see page
34.
SET UP
CLOCK SET
AUTO
MANUAL
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
3 (For SLV-N81 only)
SET UP
SMART CHANNEL MAPPING
The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu
appears. Press M/m/</, to enter the ZIP/
POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK.
(You can also use the number buttons to enter
the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)
ZIP / POSTAL CODE
3 – – – –
SELECT
SET
:
:
0–9
NEXT
: OK
CANCEL
:
EASY SET UP
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SET UP
CABLE BOX CONTROL
The CABLE BOX CONTROL menu appears.
Select OFF and press OK.
CABLE MOUSE
ON
OFF
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
5 The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set
ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and press OK.
For details, see page 42.
SET UP
TUNER PRESET
ANTENNA / CABLE
ANT
CABLE
SELECT
NEXT
CANCEL
:
: OK
:
EASY SET UP
6 The AUTO
SET UP
SET UP
TUNER PRESET
CH 2 4
PRESET
starts.
AUTO PRESET
SET UP IS DONE
PROCESSING
PLEASE WAIT
You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ or VCR Plus+
GOLD system for recording, go to the pages listed below.
For SLV-N81: Find the VCR Plus+ GOLD system Channel Listing in your program
guide. For details, see page 48. Then enter all channels you want to record and the
cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4) as described on page 52.
For SLV-N71: Go to page 55 for VCR Plus+ system channel set up.
Automatic clock setting
Once you’ve set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off
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.
1
2
Select AUTO in the CLOCK SET menu to turn on the Auto Clock Set feature.
Turn off the VCR. It automatically sets the clock and adjusts for Daylight Saving
3 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 33.
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.
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Selecting a language
You can change the on-screen display
language.
MENU
Before you start…
• Turn on the VCR and the TV.
M/m
OK
• 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 M/m to highlight
SETTINGS and press OK.
MENU
SETTINGS
1
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
RETURN
When using the EASY SET UP procedure,
skip steps 1 and 2.
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight LANGUAGE, then
press OK.
LANGUAGE
2
3
PLAY
OK
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL, or FRANÇAIS, then press
OK.
PLAY
OK
Tip
•
If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
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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.
MENU
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 33).
M/m
OK
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 M/m to highlight
SETTINGS and press OK.
SETTINGS
MENU
1
2
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CLOCK SET
When using the EASY SET UP procedure,
skip steps 1 and 2.
LANGUAGE
RETURN
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight CLOCK SET, then
press OK.
CLOCK SET
PLAY
OK
AUTO
MANUAL
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight AUTO, then press
OK.
AUTO CLOCK SET
3
4
5
PLAY
OK
FULL AUTO
CLOCK SET CH
TIME ZONE
YES
DAYLIGHT SAVING
RETURN
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight FULL AUTO, then
press OK.
AUTO CLOCK SET
PLAY
OK
FULL AUTO
CLOCK SET CH
TIME ZONE
YES
NO
DAYLIGHT SAVING
RETURN
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight YES, then press OK.
PLAY
OK
Press MENU to exit the menu.
MENU
6
7
To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the VCR. “ACS” will flash
in the display window.
carries a time signal and sets your time zone and Daylight Saving Time (if
applicable).
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 30).
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 33).
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 1 or 5, 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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If the clock does not activate
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Number
buttons
MENU
M/m
OK
Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Using the Auto
Clock Set feature.”
AUTO CLOCK SET
1
FULL AUTO
CLOCK SET CH
TIME ZONE
YES
NO
The AUTO CLOCK SET menu is
displayed.
DAYLIGHT SAVING
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight NO for FULL
AUTO and press OK.
AUTO CLOCK SET
2
3
PLAY
OK
FULL AUTO
CLOCK SET CH
TIME ZONE
NO
– – –
AUTO
AUTO
DAYLIGHT SAVING
RETURN
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight the item you want to
set and press OK. Then press M/m to make
the setting and press OK.
PLAY
OK
• For CLOCK SET CH
AUTO CLOCK SET
Leave the setting to “– – –” to have the
VCR automatically search for a channel
that carries a time signal. Press the
number buttons to select a channel that
carries a time signal. Use this option if
you know of a channel that carries a time
signal. Most PBS member stations
broadcast a time signal. For the fastest
response, select your local PBS station.
FULL AUTO
CLOCK SET CH
TIME ZONE
NO
1 2 3
AUTO
AUTO
DAYLIGHT SAVING
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
RETURN
USE
SET
QUIT
:
0–9
: OK
: MENU
• For TIME ZONE
AUTO CLOCK SET
Select the time zone of your area, or
select AUTO to have the VCR
automatically set your time zone.
The options are:
FULL AUTO
CLOCK SET CH
TIME ZONE
AUTO
ATLANTIC
EASTERN
CENTRAL
MOUNTAIN
PACIFIC
ALASKA
HAWAII
DAYLIGHT SAVING
RETURN
AUTO y ATLANTIC y EASTERN
y CENTRAL y MOUNTAIN y
PACIFIC y ALASKA y HAWAII
y AUTO
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
• For DAYLIGHT SAVING
AUTO CLOCK SET
Select ON or OFF (standard time), or
AUTO to have the VCR automatically set
the daylight saving time.
FULL AUTO
CLOCK SET CH
TIME ZONE
NO
1 2 3
DAYLIGHT SAVING
AUTO
ON
OFF
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Press MENU to exit the menu.
MENU
4
5
To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the VCR. “ACS” will flash
in the display window.
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Tip
•
If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
Note
•
(SLV-N81 only)
If you use both the cable box control feature and the Auto Clock Set feature, the VCR
automatically changes channels on the cable box until a channel that carries a time signal is
found whenever you turn off the VCR.
If you want to stop the search, change the channel on the cable box with the channel buttons
either on the VCR or on the remote commander.
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Using Manual Clock Set
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.
MENU
• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO
indicator in the VCR’s display window.
M/m/</,
OK
Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight
SETTINGS and press OK.
SETTINGS
MENU
1
2
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CLOCK SET
When using the EASY SET UP procedure,
skip steps 1 and 2.
LANGUAGE
RETURN
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight CLOCK SET, then
press OK.
CLOCK SET
PLAY
OK
AUTO
MANUAL
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight MANUAL, then
press OK.
CLOCK SET
3
4
5
PLAY
OK
1
/
1
/ 2 0 0 1 MON 1 2 : 0 0 AM
SELECT
SET
:
:
END
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press M/m to set the month.
CLOCK SET
PLAY
OK
9
/
1
/ 2 0 0 1 SAT 1 2 : 0 0 AM
SELECT
SET
:
:
END
QUIT
: OK
: MENU
Press , to highlight the day and press M/
m to set the day.
CLOCK SET
PLAY
OK
9
/ 2 8 / 2 0 0 1 FRI 1 2 : 0 0 AM
SELECT
SET
:
:
END
: OK
: MENU
QUIT
Set the year, hour, and minutes in the same way as the day.
The day of the week is set automatically.
6
7
Press OK to start the clock.
PLAY
OK
Tip
•
If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
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Setting up the cable box control
(SLV-N81 only)
(Skip this section if you are
using Hookup 3, 4, or 5.)
Your VCR includes a cable box control
feature that allows the VCR to control most
brands of cable boxes or digital satellite
receivers via an optional Cable Mouse. With
the cable box control, the VCR controls
channels on the cable box or digital satellite
receiver for timer recording. You can also
use the VCR’s remote commander to change
channels on the cable box or digital satellite
receiver whenever the cable box or digital
satellite receiver is turned on even if the VCR
is turned off. To use cable box control, you
need to connect the Sony RM-CM101 Cable
Mouse (not supplied) (pages 12 and 15) and
set the code number and output channel.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Number
buttons
This VCR is programmed with codes
necessary to control channel selection on
most brands of cable boxes or digital satellite
receivers at the time this VCR was
MENU
manufactured. It is possible that new cable
boxes may be introduced that cannot be
controlled with the RM-CM101 Cable
Mouse. If you have a cable box that is
incompatible with this VCR, contact your
cable operator –– they may be able to provide
you with a compatible cable box.
M/m
OK
Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight
SETTINGS and press OK.
SETTINGS
MENU
1
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
RETURN
When using the EASY SET UP procedure,
skip steps 1 and 2.
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight CABLE BOX
CONTROL, then press OK.
CABLE BOX CONTROL
2
PLAY
OK
CABLE MOUSE
OFF
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight CABLE MOUSE, then press OK.
3
4
PLAY
OK
Press M/m to highlight ON, then press OK.
CABLE BOX CONTROL
PLAY
OK
CABLE MOUSE
ON
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
0 9 7
CH3
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight BOX CODE NO.,
then press OK.
CABLE BOX CONTROL
5
6
PLAY
OK
CABLE MOUSE
ON
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
0 9 7
CH3
When BOX CODE NO. is “– – –,” skip this
step.
RETURN
:
USE
0–9
: OK
: MENU
SET
QUIT
Press the number buttons to enter the cable
box or digital satellite receiver code
number, then press OK.
CABLE BOX CONTROL
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
CABLE MOUSE
ON
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
0 1 2
CH3
Find your cable box or digital satellite
receiver code number from the following
chart.
RETURN
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
PLAY
OK
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Press M/m to highlight BOX OUTPUT CH,
then press OK.
CABLE BOX CONTROL
7
PLAY
OK
CABLE MOUSE
ON
BOX CODE NO.
BOX OUTPUT CH
CH2
CH3
CH4
LINE
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
If you want to control a cable box, press M/m to highlight the cable box
output channel, then press OK.
8
9
PLAY
OK
If you want to control a digital satellite receiver, select LINE, then press
OK.
MENU
Press MENU to exit the menu.
Tip
•
If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
Cable box and digital satellite receiver brands and the
corresponding code numbers
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one by one until you come
to the correct code for your equipment.
Cable box brand
Code numbers
Cable box brand
Diamond
Code numbers
046
ABC
018, 022, 024, 028,
217
Eagle Comtronics
Eastern
051
Antronix
Archer
218
013, 285
089
033, 050, 164, 218,
808
Electricord
Electus
055
BBT
278
Focus
411
Cable Star
Cabletenna
Cable time
Century
067
Garrard
164
033
GC Electronics
GE
027, 067, 341
243, 244
097
172, 388, 459
164
GEC
Citizen
164, 326, 327
097
Gemini
026, 068, 081
022, 287, 487
Clyde Cablevision
Colour Voice
Comband
Comtronics
Decsat
General Instrument
Hamlin
036, 042
243, 244
051, 071
434
020, 031, 045, 270,
284
Hitachi
Jasco
022
164, 326
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Cable box brand
Code numbers
Cable box brand
Code numbers
Jerrold
014, 022, 025, 026,
035, 037, 058, 109,
287, 487
Sprucer
032, 318
Standard Components 107, 166
Starcom
Stargate
STS
014, 026, 058, 109
Linsay
451
026, 051
167
Macom
044
Magnavox
Memorex
Movie Time
Northcoast
Novaplex
NSC
038, 043, 080
011
Sylvania
T-Cable Teletext
Tandy
012
116
089, 167, 214
325
269
Tatung
108
629
Teknica
TeleCaption
Teleservice
Texscan
TFC
157
074, 081, 167, 214
018, 030, 259
032, 118
011
232
Oak
292
Panasonic
Paragon
Philips
012, 107
321
036, 038, 039, 040,
041, 042, 071, 301
Timeless
Tocom
429
Pioneer
034, 155, 271, 544,
695
023, 024
011
Toshiba
Tudi
Popular Mechanics
Pulsar
411
297
011
TV86
074
Radio shack
RCA
808
TV COM
Uniden
018, 030, 259
236
032
Realistic
Recoton
218
Unika
033, 164, 218
018
411
United Artists
United Cable
Universal
Regal
031, 270, 284, 290
014
Regency
Rembrandt
Samsung
Scientific Atlanta
Seam
013
033, 050, 067, 088,
089, 164, 202, 218,
333
081
051, 155
Videoway
Vidtech
261
255
017, 019, 028, 288
521
324
051
022
051
069
Viewstar
038, 071, 074, 122,
222, 269, 300
Sharp
Signal
Zenith
011, 065, 536
Signature
SL Marx
Spectravision
Zentek
411
576
Wave Master
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Digital satellite
receiver brand
Digital satellite
receiver brand
Code numbers
Code numbers
Sony
650
786
786
Hughes Network
Systems
760
Echo Star
HTS
Panasonic
RCA
712
577
To ensure correct operation
• Place the Cable Mouse so that it hangs out over the front of the remote sensor on
the cable box or digital satellite receiver.
• Do not place the cable box or digital satellite receiver on top of the VCR.
• Position the cable box or digital satellite receiver away from the VCR.
• Point the remote commander at the VCR, not at the cable box or digital satellite
receiver.
Side view
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
: Signal flow
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To check the cable box control setting
Press CH +/– on the remote commander. Does the channel indicator on the cable
1 box or digital satellite receiver change? (Point the remote commander at the
VCR, not at the cable box or digital satellite receiver.)
Press all 10 number buttons (0 to 9) on the remote commander. Does the channel
2 indicator on the cable box or digital satellite receiver change?
If the answer to both 1 and 2 is “yes,” you have made the correct setting.
If you cannot get your VCR to control the cable box or digital satellite
receiver
• Check that the Cable Mouse is connected to the CABLE BOX CONTROL jack on
the VCR.
• Check the position of the Cable Mouse.
• Place the cable box or digital satellite receiver and VCR away from each other. Do
not place the cable box or digital satellite receiver on top of the VCR.
• Try the setup again making sure to use the correct control code. If the cable box
still does not respond, try the other codes that are listed.
If your cable box still does not operate with the Cable Mouse, contact your cable
company to see if they can provide you with a compatible cable box.
Note
•
Make sure you turn off the VCR when you plug in or unplug the Cable Mouse. If you unplug
the Cable Mouse and plug it in again, turn on the VCR before you use the cable box or digital
satellite receiver control feature.
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Presetting channels
(Skip this section if you are
using a cable box or digital
satellite receiver control.)
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.
MENU
M/m
OK
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.
Presetting all receivable channels automatically
Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight
SETTINGS and press OK.
SETTINGS
MENU
1
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
RETURN
When using the EASY SET UP procedure,
skip steps 1 and 2.
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight TUNER PRESET,
then press OK.
TUNER PRESET
2
CH
1
PLAY
OK
ANTENNA / CABLE
AUTO PRESET
CABLE
MANUAL SET
AFT
ADD
ON
FINE TUNING
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight ANTENNA/CABLE, then press OK.
3
4
PLAY
OK
• To preset cable TV channels:
TUNER PRESET
CH
1
Press M/m to set ANTENNA/CABLE to
PLAY
OK
ANTENNA / CABLE
CABLE
CABLE, then press OK.
AUTO PRESET
MANUAL SET
AFT
ADD
ON
FINE TUNING
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
• To preset VHF and UHF channels:
TUNER PRESET
CH
2
Press M/m to set ANTENNA/CABLE to
ANT, then press OK.
PLAY
OK
ANTENNA / CABLE
AUTO PRESET
ANT
MANUAL SET
AFT
ADD
ON
FINE TUNING
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight AUTO PRESET,
then press OK.
TUNER PRESET
5
CH
1
PLAY
OK
ANTENNA / CABLE
AUTO PRESET
CABLE
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.
MANUAL SET
AFT
FINE TUNING
RETURN
ADD
ON
PLEASE WAIT
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Tips
• When receiving a VHF, UHF, or CATV channel, the display changes as follows each time
you press DISPLAY.
Channel number, program name, and station’s call letters (for SLV-N81 only)
Remaining tape length and time counter
The bar indicator and pointer for searching for a specific place on a tape
No display
•
If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
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Presetting/disabling channels manually
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Number
buttons,
ENTER
CH +/–
MENU
M/m
OK
Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight
SETTINGS and press OK.
SETTINGS
MENU
1
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
RETURN
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight TUNER PRESET,
then press OK.
TUNER PRESET
2
3
CH
1
PLAY
OK
ANTENNA / CABLE
AUTO PRESET
CABLE
MANUAL SET
AFT
FINE TUNING
RETURN
ADD
ON
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
• To preset a channel:
Channel to be preset
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
1 Press the number buttons to enter the
channel number, then press ENTER.
2 Press OK.
TUNER PRESET
CH
5
ANTENNA / CABLE
AUTO PRESET
CABLE
3 Press M/m to set MANUAL SET to
ADD, then press OK.
MANUAL SET
AFT
FINE TUNING
RETURN
ADD
ON
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
• To disable a channel:
• CH
Channel to be disabled
1 Press CH +/– to select the channel
number.
2 Press OK.
TUNER PRESET
CH
5
ANTENNA / CABLE
AUTO PRESET
CABLE
3 Press M/m to set MANUAL SET to
ERASE, then press OK.
MANUAL SET
AFT
FINE TUNING
RETURN
ERASE
ON
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Repeat step 3 to preset or disable channels as required, then press MENU.
MENU
4
Tip
•
If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
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If the picture is not clear
Normally, the Auto Fine Tuning (AFT)
function automatically tunes in channels
clearly. If, however, the picture of a channel
is not clear, you can also use the manual
tuning function.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Number
buttons,
ENTER
MENU
M/m/</,
OK
Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight
SETTINGS and press OK.
SETTINGS
MENU
1
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
RETURN
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight TUNER PRESET,
then press OK.
TUNER PRESET
2
3
CH
1
PLAY
OK
ANTENNA / CABLE
AUTO PRESET
CABLE
MANUAL SET
AFT
FINE TUNING
RETURN
ADD
ON
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press the number buttons to select the
channel you want to fine-tune, then press
ENTER.
Selected channel
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
TUNER PRESET
CH
5
ANTENNA / CABLE
AUTO PRESET
CABLE
MANUAL SET
AFT
ADD
ON
FINE TUNING
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight FINE TUNING,
then press OK.
TUNER PRESET
4
5
6
CH
5
PLAY
OK
ANTENNA / CABLE
AUTO PRESET
CABLE
The fine tuning meter appears.
MANUAL SET
AFT
FINE TUNING
RETURN
ADD
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press </, to adjust to a clearer picture,
then press OK.
TUNER PRESET
CH
5
PLAY
OK
ANTENNA / CABLE
AUTO PRESET
CABLE
Note that the AFT setting switches to OFF.
MANUAL SET
AFT
FINE TUNING
RETURN
ADD
OFF
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press MENU to exit the menu.
MENU
Tips
•
To select the channel in step 3 above, you can also use the CH +/– buttons. In this case, you
don’t need to press ENTER.
•
If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
Note
When adjusting FINE TUNING, the menu may become difficult to read due to interference
from the picture being received.
•
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Setting up the VCR Plus+® GOLD system
(SLV-N81 only)
How the VCR Plus+ GOLD system
works
Example of “PlusCode”
Whenever you want to record a TV program,
all you need to do is look up the “PlusCode”
number, a number assigned to each program
published in the TV section of most
newspapers, cable TV listings, and even TV
GUIDE magazine. Then, just enter the
PlusCode number of the program you want
and the VCR is automatically programmed to
record that show. It’s that simple.
PlusCode
14
5:30
6:30
MOVIE Musical (2hrs.) 33044
SPORT Golf (1hr. 25min.) 42060
2
CNN
WS 9974
2
5
3
4
DRAMA Comedy (2hrs.) 17390
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(1hr. 15min.) 73457
Example of “Channel Line-up Chart”
How to set up your VCR
Setting up your VCR involves coordinating
the TV channel number (the number you turn
to on your TV or VCR to watch a program)
with the guide channel (the number that’s
assigned to that channel in your program
guide).
CABLE
CH
VCR Plus+
CABLE TV
GUIDE CH
16
17
20
21
22
25
34
35
5
AMC American Movie Classics
BRV Bravo (program grid only)
CNN Cable News Network
CSP C-SPAN
35
54
42
28
53
37
34
47
33
46
45
48
38
59
70
41
43
58
49
52
44
DIS The Disney Channel
DSC The Discovery Channel
ESN ESPN
The VCR can set the guide channels
automatically (see page 49), but you may
have to set the guide channels manually
depending on your area or the way you
hooked up your VCR (see page 52).
FAM The Family Channel
HBO Home Box Office
LIF Lifetime
27
29
30
31
38
39
45
17
44
49
50
51
MAX Cinemax
To find the guide channel numbers, look at
the “Channel Line-up Chart” in the program
guide for your area that features VCR
PlusCode numbers. It usually looks like the
example to the right.
MTV Music Television
NIK Nickelodeon
SC Sports Channel
SCA Sports Channel America
SHO Showtime
TBS TBS SuperStation
TMC The Movie Channel
TNN The Nashville Network
TNT Turner Network Television
USA USA Network
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Setting up the VCR Plus+ GOLD system automatically (Smart
Channel Mapping)
The VCR can automatically set the guide
channels in your area from ZIP/POSTAL
CODE you entered in EASY SET UP. The
?/1
VCR receives the program information
signal and renews the data everyday after you
complete the following procedure.
If you are having trouble setting the guide
channels, or if you have many scrambled
channels, go to page 52 for manual VCR
Plus+ GOLD system set up. Note that the
VCR Plus+ GOLD system does not work
with a digital satellite receiver.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
MENU
M/m
OK
Set up the VCR using the EASY SET UP function.
1
2
Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight
SETTINGS
MENU
SETTINGS and press OK.
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
RETURN
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight SET VCR Plus+
sys. CH, then press OK.
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
3
4
SMART CHANNEL MAPPING
PLAY
OK
AUTO
MANUAL
The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menu
appears.
SELECT
SET
:
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight AUTO, then press
OK.
PLAY
OK
V C R W I L L L O O K F O R
C H A N N E L M A P P I N G S I G N A L
A F T E R Y O U T U R N I T O F F
The instruction shown on the right appears
on the TV screen for a few seconds, then the
screen returns to the normal display.
• If you made Hookup 1: leave your cable
box on for correct channel mapping.
• If you made Hookup 3: turn your cable
box off for correct channel mapping.
Note that channel mapping does not work for Hookup 2 or 5.
If the program information signal in your
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CHOOSE YOUR CABLE CH MAP
area has several channel map patterns, the
CHOOSE YOUR CABLE CH MAP menu
appears, and you must select the channel
the channel map.”
MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
KCET
WNET
ABC
4 5
1 3
9 8
1 2 0
2 3
2 9
4
FAM
A&E
KAET
CBS
– – – –
– –
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR.
5
The VCR sets the program guide channels from 0:00 am to 5:00 am while
the VCR is turned off. (It takes about one hour to complete channel
mapping.)
Tips
•
After channel setup is finished, you can record TV programs using the VCR Plus+ GOLD
system. For details, see page 70.
•
If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
Note
If the CHOOSE YOUR CABLE CH MAP menu appears the first time you turn on the VCR
after finishing channel setup, see the following section “To select the channel map”.
•
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To select the channel map
If the program information signal
in your area has several channel
map patterns (up to 8), the
CHOOSE YOUR CABLE CH
MAP menu appears:
Channel map
number
Station ID
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CHOOSE YOUR CABLE CH MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
MAP
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
KCET
WNET
ABC
4 5
1 3
9 8
1 2 0
2 3
2 9
4
• the first time you turn on the
VCR after completing channel
mapping
• after selecting AUTO and
pressing OK on the SMART
CHANNEL MAPPING menu
FAM
A&E
KAET
CBS
– – – –
– –
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Channel number
In this case, you have to select the channel map on the CHOOSE YOUR CABLE CH
MAP menu.
Find the VCR Plus+ GOLD system Channel Listing in your program guide. For
1 details, see page 48.
Press M/m to highlight the channel map number you want by checking the
2 channel number in the program guide.
Press OK.
3
Notes
•
•
It takes about one hour to complete channel mapping.
The VCR can receive the program information signal only while the VCR is turned off and
no timer recordings are set.
•
•
The VCR cannot set the guide channels correctly unless you enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE in
your area.
When you move to a different area, you must set up the VCR again and enter your new ZIP/
POSTAL CODE in the EASY SET UP procedure.
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Setting up the VCR Plus+ GOLD system manually
To set the guide channels, use the Channel
Line-up Chart to check that the guide channel
numbers match the TV channel your VCR
receives. For example, if HBO is listed in the
Channel Line-up Chart as channel 33, and
your VCR receives HBO on channel 5, you
need to coordinate these numbers using the
following procedure. If the guide and TV
channel numbers are the same, you can skip
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
this procedure.
Number
buttons,
ENTER
MENU
M/m/</,
OK
Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight
SETTINGS and press OK.
SETTINGS
MENU
1
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
RETURN
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight SET VCR Plus+
sys. CH, then press OK.
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
2
SMART CHANNEL MAPPING
PLAY
AUTO
MANUAL
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight MANUAL, then
press OK.
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
3
4
5
PLAY
OK
GUIDE CH
TV CH
– –
–
– –
SET GUIDE CH
:
0–9
LIST
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Enter the guide channel number assigned in
the program guide and press ENTER.
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
GUIDE CH TV CH
2 5
–
2 5
SET TV CH
LIST
:
0–9
ENTER
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
• If you made Hookup 1, 3, or 4: Enter the
actual number on your TV (and VCR)
and press ENTER.
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
GUIDE CH
2 5
TV CH
5 8
–
SET GUIDE CH
:
0–9
LIST
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
• If you made Hookup 5: Enter the cable
box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4)
and press ENTER.
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
GUIDE CH
2 5
TV CH
3
–
SET GUIDE CH
LIST
QUIT
:
0–9
: OK
: MENU
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each channel number that does not match.
6
7
When you have set all channels, press OK
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH LIST
PAGE1
to confirm your channel settings.
PLAY
OK
GUIDE
2
TV
7 3
2 5
5
5 8
1 1 5
6 8
7
GUIDE
6 6
TV
4 8
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
5
6 8
5 9
To return to the previous page, press <.
1 7
2 5
3 4
3 9
4 3
4 8
5 2
5 9
7 1
6 3
1 2 3
6
7 4
7 9
To go to the next page, press ,.
8 2
1 0 0
9 8
8 5
1 2
5 5
3 6
8 8
5 2
9 1
3 0
9 3
8 7
PAGE
QUIT
:
: MENU
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After all settings are complete, press MENU to exit the menu.
MENU
8
Tip
•
If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
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Setting up the VCR Plus+® system
(SLV-N71 only)
How the VCR Plus+ system works
Example of “PlusCode”
Whenever you want to record a TV program,
all you need to do is look up the “PlusCode”
number, a number assigned to each program
PlusCode
published in the TV section of most
14
5:30
6:30
MOVIE Musical (2hrs.) 33044
SPORT Golf (1hr. 25min.) 42060
2
newspapers, cable TV listings, and even TV
GUIDE magazine. Then, just enter the
PlusCode number of the program you want
and the VCR is automatically programmed to
record that show. It’s that simple.
CNN
WS 9974
2
5
3
4
DRAMA Comedy (2hrs.) 17390
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(1hr. 15min.) 73457
How to set up your VCR
Example of “Channel Line-up Chart”
Setting up your VCR involves coordinating
the TV channel number (the number you turn
to on your TV or VCR to watch a program)
with the guide channel (the number that’s
assigned to that channel in your program
guide).
CABLE
CH
VCR Plus+
CABLE TV
GUIDE CH
16
17
20
21
22
25
34
35
5
AMC American Movie Classics
BRV Bravo (program grid only)
CNN Cable News Network
CSP C-SPAN
35
54
42
28
53
37
34
47
33
46
45
48
38
59
70
41
43
58
49
52
44
To find the guide channel numbers, look at
the “Channel Line-up Chart” in the program
guide for your area that features VCR
PlusCode numbers. It usually looks like the
example to the right.
DIS The Disney Channel
DSC The Discovery Channel
ESN ESPN
FAM The Family Channel
HBO Home Box Office
LIF Lifetime
27
29
30
31
38
39
45
17
44
49
50
51
To set the guide channels, use the Channel
Line-up Chart to check that the guide channel
numbers match the TV channel your VCR
receives. For example, if HBO is listed in the
Channel Line-up Chart as channel 33, and
your VCR receives HBO on channel 5, you
need to coordinate these numbers using the
following procedure. If the guide and TV
channel numbers are the same, you can skip
this procedure.
MAX Cinemax
MTV Music Television
NIK Nickelodeon
SC Sports Channel
SCA Sports Channel America
SHO Showtime
TBS TBS SuperStation
TMC The Movie Channel
TNN The Nashville Network
TNT Turner Network Television
USA USA Network
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1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Number
buttons,
ENTER
MENU
M/m/</,
OK
Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight
SETTINGS and press OK.
SETTINGS
MENU
1
TUNER PRESET
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
CABLE BOX CONTROL
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
RETURN
PLAY
OK
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight SET VCR Plus+
sys. CH, then press OK.
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
2
3
4
PLAY
OK
GUIDE CH
TV CH
– –
–
– –
SET GUIDE CH
:
0–9
LIST
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
Enter the guide channel number assigned in
the program guide and press ENTER.
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
GUIDE CH
2 5
TV CH
2 5
–
SET TV CH
LIST
:
0–9
ENTER
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
• If you made Hookup 3 or 4: Enter the
actual number on your TV (and VCR)
and press ENTER.
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
GUIDE CH
2 5
TV CH
5 8
–
SET GUIDE CH
:
0–9
LIST
: OK
QUIT
: MENU
• If you made Hookup 5: Enter the cable
box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4)
and press ENTER.
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH
GUIDE CH
2 5
TV CH
3
–
SET GUIDE CH
LIST
QUIT
:
0–9
: OK
: MENU
Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each channel number that does not match.
5
6
When you have set all channels, press OK
SET VCR Plus+ sys. CH LIST
PAGE1
to confirm your channel settings.
PLAY
OK
GUIDE
2
TV
7 3
2 5
5
5 8
1 1 5
6 8
7
GUIDE
6 6
TV
4 8
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
5
6 8
5 9
To return to the previous page, press <.
1 7
2 5
3 4
3 9
4 3
4 8
5 2
5 9
7 1
6 3
1 2 3
6
7 4
7 9
To go to the next page, press ,.
8 2
1 0 0
9 8
8 5
1 2
5 5
3 6
8 8
5 2
9 1
3 0
9 3
8 7
PAGE
QUIT
:
: MENU
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After all settings are complete, press MENU to exit the menu.
MENU
7
Tip
•
If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
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Insert a tape.
2
3
The VCR turns on and starts playing
automatically if you insert a tape with its
safety tab removed.
Press H PLAY.
When the tape reaches the end, it will rewind automatically.
PLAY
OK
Additional tasks
To
Press
Stop play
x STOP
Pause play
X PAUSE
Resume play after pause
Fast-forward the tape
Rewind the tape
Eject the tape
X PAUSE or H PLAY
M FF during stop
m REW during stop
Z EJECT
To skip playback
By pressing a single button, you can skip a portion of playback you don’t want to
watch (such as a commercial) and restart playback.
Press COMMERCIAL PASS during playback of the scene you want to skip. The
1 VCR starts searching.
Press COMMERCIAL PASS again when you find the scene you want to watch.
2 The VCR stops searching, rewinds a few seconds, then resumes normal playback.
To use the time counter
Press CLEAR at the point on the tape that you want to find later. The counter in the
display window resets to “0:00:00.” Search for the point afterwards by referring to
the counter.
VIDEO APC
SP
To display the counter on the TV screen, press DISPLAY.
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Notes
•
Tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VCR but the
picture quality cannot be guaranteed.
•
While displaying a menu on the TV screen, you cannot use H PLAY, X PAUSE,
M FF, m REW, or x STOP buttons.
•
•
The counter resets to “0:00:00” whenever a tape is reinserted.
The counter stops counting when it comes to a portion with no recording.
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Recording TV programs
TV/VIDEO
COUNTER/
REMAIN
DISPLAY
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
SP/EP
CH +/–
z REC
x STOP
Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.
To record from a cable box, turn it on.
1
2
Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
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Press CH +/– to select the channel or line input video source you want to
record.
• CH
3
4
VIDEO APC
EP
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.
VIDEO APC
SP
Press z REC to start recording.
REC
5
The recording indicator lights up red in the display window.
VIDEO APC
Recording indicator
SP
To stop recording
Press x STOP.
To check the remaining tape length
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the remaining tape length and the time counter
appear on the TV screen. Each time you press COUNTER/REMAIN, the time
counter and the remaining tape length with the
VCR’s display window.
indicator appear alternately in the
Remaining tape length
Time counter
1 : 3 8
0 : 0 0 : 2 2
SP
To check the remaining tape length of a T-140 or T-180 tape, set TAPE SELECT in
the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu to 180. (For details, see page 92.)
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To watch another TV program while recording
Press TV/VIDEO to turn off the VIDEO indicator in the display window.
1
If the TV is connected to the VCR’s LINE OUT jacks, set the TV to the TV’s
2 antenna input; if not, skip this step.
Select another channel on the TV.
3
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.
Safety tab
Tips
•
•
•
•
To select a channel, you can use the number buttons on the remote commander. Enter the
channel number, then press ENTER.
You can select a video source from the LINE-1 IN or LINE-2 IN jacks using the INPUT
SELECT button.
The display appears on the TV screen indicating information about the tape, but the
information won’t be recorded on the tape.
If you don’t want to watch TV while recording, you can turn off the TV. When using a cable
box, make sure to leave it on.
Notes
•
The remaining tape length may not be indicated accurately for short tapes such as T-20 or T-
30, or tapes recorded in the LP mode.
•
•
The display does not 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.
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Recording TV programs using the Dial
Timer
The Dial Timer function allows you to make
?/1 POWER
CHANNEL +/–
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. The recording
start time and recording stop time can be set at
one minute intervals.
INPUT SELECT DIAL TIMER x STOP
Before you start...
• 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.
Press DIAL TIMER.
DIAL TIMER
1
“DATE” and “TODAY” appear alternately in the display window.
If the date and time are not set, “MONTH” will appear. See step 2 in the
following section “To set the clock” to set the date and time.
VIDEO APC
EP
VIDEO APC
EP
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording date.
DIAL TIMER
2
VIDEO APC
EP
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Press DIAL TIMER.
DIAL TIMER
3
“START” and the current time appear alternately in the display window.
VIDEO APC
EP
VIDEO APC
EP
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording start time.
DIAL TIMER
CHANNEL
4
5
You can set the recording start time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time
in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL +/– buttons.
VIDEO APC
EP
Press DIAL TIMER.
DIAL TIMER
“STOP” and the recording stop time appear alternately in the display
window.
VIDEO APC
EP
VIDEO APC
EP
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording stop time.
DIAL TIMER
CHANNEL
6
You can set the recording stop time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time
in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL +/– buttons.
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EP
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Press DIAL TIMER.
DIAL TIMER
7
8
The channel number or station ID (SLV-N81 only) appears in the display
window.
VIDEO APC
EP
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the channel number.
DIAL TIMER
To record from a source connected to the LINE-1 IN or LINE-2 IN jacks,
turn DIAL TIMER or press INPUT SELECT to display “L1” or “L2”.
If the CABLE BOX CONTROL setting is ON, you can change the channel
number in units of 100 by pressing the CHANNEL +/– buttons (SLV-N81
only).
INPUT
SELECT
VIDEO APC
EP
Press DIAL TIMER to complete the setting.
DIAL TIMER
9
“OK” appears in the display window for about five seconds.
The
indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by for
recording. When using a cable box, leave it on.
To return to the previous step
the same time during any of the Dial Timer settings.
To stop recording
To stop the VCR while recording, press x STOP.
To use the VCR after setting the timer
To use the VCR before a timer recording begins, just press ?/1. The
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 60).
• Display tape information on the TV screen (page 63).
• Check the timer settings (page 80).
• Watch another TV program (page 64).
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To set the clock
Turn DIAL TIMER so that “CLOCK” appears in the display window.
1
Press DIAL TIMER.
2 “MONTH” appears in the display window.
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the month.
3
Press DIAL TIMER.
4 “DAY” appears in the display window.
Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the day and then the year.
5 After you set the year, “CLOCK” appears in the display window again.
6
7
Tips
•
•
To cancel a Dial Timer setting, press x STOP on the VCR while you are making the 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 67).
•
•
When you are recording a program in the SP mode and the remaining tape becomes 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, set AUTO TAPE SPEED to OFF in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu (page
92).
To check, change, or cancel the program setting, see “Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings” (page 80).
Notes
•
If eight programs have already been set using the VIDEO Plus+/VIDEO Plus+ GOLD system
or the TIMER SET/CHECK menu, “FULL” appears in the display window for about five
seconds.
•
•
If you are using the Cable Mouse, you cannot select “L1” or “L2.”(SLV-N81 only)
If you set the clock using the Auto Clock Set function, the clock will adjust itself to the
incoming time signal regardless of adjustments made with the Dial Timer. Be sure you have
set ACS correctly.
•
If you are setting the clock for the first time or “–:– –” appears in the display window, you
cannot set the clock to February 29th using the Dial Timer. Please use the Auto Clock Set
function to set the VCR to this day.
•
•
The
indicator flashes in the display window when you complete the setting in step 9
(page 67) with no tape inserted.
The station ID appears on the TV screen only when you complete Smart Channel Mapping
and the VCR receives the program information signal (SLV-N81 only) (see page 49).
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About the Demonstration Mode
The Dial Timer function has a Demonstration Mode that allows the user, such as a
salesperson, to enter more than eight examples of timer settings when demonstrating
the use of the Dial Timer. 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 activate the Demonstration Mode
Press X PAUSE on the VCR while turning the DIAL TIMER. “DEMO” appears in
the display window for a few seconds.
To cancel the Demonstration Mode
Turn the 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 (see page 80).
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Recording TV programs using the VCR
Plus+ or VCR Plus+ GOLD system
Just enter the PlusCode number listed in the
TV program guide. The date, time and
channel number of that program are set
?/1
automatically. You can preset up to eight
programs together with the DIAL TIMER
and manual timer settings at one time.
CLEAR
Before you start…
VCR Plus+
• Check that the VCR clock is set to the
correct time.
• Turn on your 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.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Number
buttons
ENTER
SP/EP
M/m
x STOP
Press VCR Plus+.
VCR Plus+
VCR Plus+ system
1
P l u s C o d e
#
SP / EP
EP
– – – – – – – –
USE
SP / EP
QUIT
:
:
:
0–9
SP / EP
V C R P l u s +
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Press the number buttons to enter the
PlusCode number.
VCR Plus+ system
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
2
3
4
P l u s C o d e
1 2 3 4 5 – – –
#
SP / EP
EP
If you make a mistake, press CLEAR and
re-enter the correct number.
USE
:
ONCE
DAILY
WEEKLY
CONFIRM
CANCEL
QUIT
:
:
:
E N T E R
C L E A R
V C R P l u s +
CLEAR
SP / EP
Press SP/EP to select the tape speed, SP or
EP.
VCR Plus+ system
P l u s C o d e
1 2 3 4 5 – – –
#
SP / EP
SP
USE
:
ONCE
DAILY
WEEKLY
CONFIRM
CANCEL
QUIT
:
:
:
E N T E R
C L E A R
V C R P l u s +
Press M/m to highlight ONCE, DAILY, or
WEEKLY, then press ENTER:
VCR Plus+ system
PLAY
OK
P l u s C o d e
1 2 3 4 5 – – –
#
SP / EP
SP
To record
Select
RECORDING TIME
DATE
/ 3 0 SUN
START
STOP
CH
9
8
: 0 0 PM
9 : 0 0 PM 3 5 SP
Only once
ONCE
SET TIMER
CANCEL
:
:
POWER
C L E A R
• ENTER
Everyday Monday to Friday DAILY
Once a week WEEKLY
CLEAR
The date, start and stop time, channel number (or station ID for SLV-N81
only), and tape speed appear on the TV screen. If the information is not
correct, press CLEAR to cancel the setting.
To enter another setting, repeat steps 1 to 4.
5
6
Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR.
The
indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by for
recording. When using a cable box, leave it on.
To stop recording
To stop the VCR while recording, press x STOP.
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To use the VCR after setting the timer
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:
• Display tape information on the TV screen (page 63).
• Check the timer settings (page 80).
• Watch another TV program (page 64).
Tips
•
To check, change or cancel the program setting, see “Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings” (page 80).
•
When you are recording a program in the SP mode and the remaining tape becomes 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, set AUTO TAPE SPEED to OFF in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu (page
92).
Notes
•
If the VCR does not accept the PlusCode number, this means that:
– The PlusCode number is incorrect.
– ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY was selected incorrectly. You cannot select DAILY or
WEEKLY for a program that airs more than seven days ahead.
•
The station ID appears on the TV screen only when you complete Smart Channel Mapping
and the VCR receives the program information signal (SLV-N81 only) (see page 49).
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Setting the timer manually
If the VCR Plus+ or VCR Plus+ GOLD
system is not available in your area, follow
the instructions below to set the timer to
record programs.
?/1
Before you start…
• Check that the VCR clock is set to the
correct time.
• Turn on your 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.
1
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
4
7
SP/EP
CH +/–
INPUT
SELECT
MENU
M/m/</,
OK
x STOP
Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight
TIMER SET/CHECK and press OK.
TIMER SET / CHECK
MENU
1
9
/ 2 8 FRI
DATE
START
STOP
CH
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
PLAY
OK
RETURN
SELECT
:
SET
QUIT
: OK
CANCEL
:
C L E A R
: MENU
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Press M/m to highlight the line that is to be set, then press OK.
2
3
PLAY
OK
Set the date, start and stop time, channel
TIMER SET / CHECK
9
/ 2 8 FRI
number, and tape speed:
PLAY
OK
DATE
START
STOP
CH
9
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
/ 3 0 SUN
8
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
: 0 0 PM
9
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
: 0 0 PM
3 5 SP
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
2 Press , to highlight and set each item
INPUT
SELECT
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
in turn.
:
:
END : OK
: MENU
To correct a setting, press < to return to
that setting and reset.
• CH
When you set the channel number, the station ID may appear in the “CH”
position. You can set it while checking the station ID (SLV-N81 only).
To record the same program every day or the same day every week, press m
while the date is highlighted. For details, see “Daily/weekly recording” on
page 75.
To record from a source connected to the LINE-1 IN or LINE-2 IN jacks,
press INPUT SELECT or CH +/– to display “L1” or “L2” in the “CH”
position.
Press OK to confirm the setting.
4
To enter another setting, press M/m to highlight the next line and repeat step
3.
PLAY
OK
Press MENU to exit the menu.
MENU
5
6
Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR.
The
indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by for
recording.
When using a cable box, leave it on.
To stop recording
To stop the VCR while recording, press x STOP.
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Daily/weekly recording
In step 3 on page 74, press m to select the recording pattern. Each time you press m,
order.
EVERY MON t EVERY SUN t 1 month later t (dates count down) t the
current date
To use the VCR after setting the timer
To use the VCR before timer recording begins, just press ?/1. The
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:
• Display tape information on the TV screen (page 63).
• Check the timer settings (page 80).
• Watch another TV program (page 64).
Tips
•
•
•
To set the channel, you can also use the CH+/– or number buttons.
To set the tape speed, you can also use the SP/EP button.
When you are recording a program in the SP mode and the remaining tape becomes 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, set AUTO TAPE SPEED to OFF in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu (page
92).
•
•
To check, change or cancel the program setting, see “Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings” (page 80).
If you want to return to the previous menu and continue with other operations after setting the
timer, press m to highlight RETURN, then press OK.
The display returns to the MENU screen.
If you are finished using the VCR, turn off the power before timer recording starts.
Notes
•
•
If you are using a Cable Mouse, you cannot select “L1” or “L2.” (SLV-N81 only)
The station ID appears on the TV screen only when you complete Smart Channel Mapping
and the VCR receives the program information signal (SLV-N81 only) (see page 49).
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Locking the VCR (Child Lock)
After you have set the timer, you can lock all
of the buttons on the VCR so that the settings
are not canceled by mistake.
?/1 POWER
x STOP
To lock the VCR
When the VCR is turned on, hold down ?/1 POWER on the VCR until the -
indicator appears in the display window. The VCR turns off and the - indicator
remains lit. The VCR will not work except for timer recordings.
To unlock the VCR
Hold down ?/1 POWER on the VCR until the - indicator disappears from the
display window. The VCR is unlocked and turns on.
To stop timer recording while the VCR is locked, press x STOP. The recording
stops and the VCR is unlocked.
Note
•
The VCR will be unlocked when:
– You stop timer recording by pressing x STOP.
– You insert a tape.
– The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops.
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Additional Operations
Playing/searching at various speeds
0
x2
y SLOW
H PLAY
M FF
M FF
m REW
m REW
TRACKING +/–
Playback options
Operation
View the picture during fast-
forward or rewind
During fast-forward, hold down M FF. During rewind, hold down
m REW.
Play at high speed
•
•
During playback, briefly press M FF or m REW on the remote
commander. The tape continues to play at high speed.
During playback, hold down M FF or m REW. When you
release the button, normal playback resumes.
Play at twice the normal speed During playback, press ×2.
Play in slow motion
Play frame by frame
During playback or pause, press y SLOW.
During pause, press M FF or m REW on the remote commander.
Hold down the button to play one frame each second.
Rewind and start play
While the tape is stopped, hold down m REW on the VCR and press
H PLAY on the VCR.
To resume normal playback
Press H PLAY.
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Tip
Adjust the picture using the TRACKING +/– buttons if:
•
– Streaks appear while playing in slow motion.
– The picture shakes during pause.
To set tracking to the center position, press both buttons (+/–) at the same time.
Notes
•
•
The sound is muted during these operations.
Tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VCR but the
picture quality cannot be guaranteed.
•
The picture may show noise when playing at high speed in reverse.
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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.
z REC
While recording, press z REC.
1
The
indicator appears in the display window.
VIDEO APC
SP
Press z REC repeatedly to set the duration time.
2
Each press advances the time in increments of 30 minutes.
0:30 1:00
5:30 6:00
Normal recording
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 repeatedly to set a new duration time.
To cancel the duration
Press z REC repeatedly until the
indicator disappears and the VCR returns to
normal recording mode.
To stop while recording
Press x STOP.
Note
•
You cannot display the current tape time in the display window when setting the recording
duration time.
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Checking/changing/canceling timer
settings
Before you start…
• Turn on your TV and set it to the video
channel.
?/1
CLEAR
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
MENU
M/m/</,
OK
Press ?/1 to turn on the VCR.
1
2
Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight TIMER SET/CHECK and press OK.
• If you want to change a setting, go on to the next step.
• If you do not need to change the settings, press MENU, then turn off the VCR
to return to recording standby.
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Press M/m to highlight the setting you want to
TIMER SET / CHECK
3 change or cancel.
9
/ 2 8 FRI
DATE
/ 3 0 SUN
1 0 / 2 TUE 1 0 : 0 0 AM 1 1 : 3 0 AM
START
STOP
CH
9
8
: 0 0 PM
9
: 0 0 PM
3 5 SP
2 0 EP
6 0 EP
4 2 EP
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
– – – –
• To change the setting, press OK and press </
, to highlight the item you want to change,
then press M/m to reset it.
MON
–
FRI
2
6
–
–
–
–
: 0 0 PM
: 3 0 AM
: – –
3
7
–
–
–
–
: 0 0 PM
: 0 0 AM
: – –
EVERY SUN
–
–
–
–
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
/ – –
RETURN
SELECT
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
: – –
:
• To cancel the setting, press CLEAR.
SET
QUIT
: OK
CANCEL
:
C L E A R
: MENU
Press OK.
4
5
Press MENU to exit the menu.
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.
Program 1
Program 2
Will be cut off
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Recording stereo and bilingual programs
This VCR automatically receives and records stereo programs. When a stereo
program is received, the STEREO indicator lights up. If there is noise in the stereo
program, set AUTO STEREO in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu to OFF. The
sound will be recorded in monaural (on both hi-fi and normal audio tracks) but with
less noise. For details, see page 92.
Recording bilingual programs
Normally, this VCR records only the main sound. When a SAP (Second Audio
Program) is received, the SAP indicator lights up. To record only SAP sound, set
TUNER AUDIO in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu to SAP. For details, see page
92.
Selecting the sound during playback
Press AUDIO MONITOR to select the sound you want.
To listen to
Stereo
On-screen display
Display window
STEREO
STEREO
Left channel
Right channel
L
STEREO
R
STEREO
Monaural sound on the
normal audio track
No indicator
No indicator
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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.
Monaural sound
Normal audio track
Hi-fi audio track
(main track)
Stereo sound
(left/right channels)
Notes
•
•
To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connections.
When you play a tape recorded in monaural, the sound is heard in monaural regardless of the
AUDIO MONITOR setting.
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Searching using the index function
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.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
./>
INDEX
SEARCH
Insert an indexed tape into the VCR.
1
2
Press ./> INDEX SEARCH.
• To search ahead, press > INDEX SEARCH.
INDEX
SEARCH
• To search backwards, press . INDEX
SEARCH.
The VCR starts searching, and playback starts
automatically from that point.
To stop searching
Press x STOP.
Note
•
No index signal will be added when recording starts from recording pause. However, an
index signal will be marked if you change the channel during recording pause.
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Searching for a selected point on the tape
You can easily find a specific point by
moving the pointer on the TV screen.
The VCR fast-forwards or rewinds to the
point you indicate and starts playback
automatically.
DISPLAY
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
</,
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the bar
1 indication appears on the TV screen.
A cursor (x) indicating the current position of
the tape appears on the bar indication. If the
cursor does not appear, play the tape a few
moments (by pressing H PLAY, M FF, or
m REW) until the cursor appears.
0
1 2 0
Press </, to move the pointer (V) to the point
2 where you want to start playback.
The VCR starts searching and the cursor (x)
moves toward the pointer. When the VCR locates
the marked point, playback starts.
0
1 2 0
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To cancel searching
Press H PLAY or x STOP.
To turn off the bar indication
Press DISPLAY again.
Notes
•
The figure on the bar indication represents the total time length of the inserted tape as shown
below.
The total time length may not be displayed correctly for:
– Tapes other than T-60, T-120, or T-160.
– Tapes recorded in more than one tape speed mode.
Total time length
Tape type
SP
LP
EP
180
360
480
T-60 or shorter
60
120
240
320
from T-80 to T-140
T-160 or longer
120
160
•
•
If you move the pointer (V) on the bar indication while searching, the VCR searches for the
new reset point.
With the bar indication on, the M FF/ , and m REW/ < buttons on the remote
commander work only for moving the pointer (V) and are not used for normal tape operation.
The M FF and m REW buttons on the VCR are used for normal tape operation. Note,
however, if you press these buttons on the VCR, searching is canceled.
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Locating a channel by Station ID
(SLV-N81 only)
You can select a TV program using the
station’s ID.
Before you start...
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
• Set FAVORITE CH to OFF in the
ADVANCED OPTIONS menu (page 93).
• If a cable box is connected to your VCR,
turn it on.
ENTER
CH +/–
Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.
1
2
Press ENTER.
3
AAB
CDE
FGH
IJK
LMN
OPQ
RST
UVW
XYZ
ABB
9
1 0
1 2
1 3
1 5
1 9
2 2
4 3
4 5
The station ID appears on the TV screen.
Press CH +/– to select the station ID you want.
The selected station ID
3
3
9
AAB
CDE
FGH
IJK
1 0
1 2
1 3
1 5
1 9
2 2
4 3
4 5
LMN
OPQ
RST
UVW
XYZ
ABB
Press ENTER.
4
Note
If the TV channel has no station ID, the channel number appears on the TV screen.
•
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Station ID (SLV-N81 only)
You can create your favorite channel list of
TV channels with Station ID. You can store
up to 10 channels with Station ID and select
ENTER
0
the channel from your favorite channel list.
CH +/–
Before you start...
• Set FAVORITE CH to ON in the
ADVANCED OPTIONS menu (page 93).
• If a cable box is connected to your VCR,
turn it on.
</,
Creating your favorite channel list
Press ENTER.
1
The FAVORITE CH screen appears on the TV screen.
Press CH +/– to select the station ID you want to
The selected station ID
2 replace.
F A V O R I T E C H
1 2
1 5
9
1 3
1 9
3
4 5
4 3
2 2
1 0
AAB
CDE
FGH
IJK
LMN
OPQ
RST
UVW
XYZ
ABB
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Press </, to select the station ID you want to
F A V O R I T E C H
3 set.
1 2
1 5
2 7
1 3
1 9
3
AAB
CDE
FGH
IJK
LMN
OPQ
RST
UVW
XYZ
ABB
4 5
4 3
2 2
1 0
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the station IDs as needed.
Press ENTER.
4
5
Selecting a channel from your favorite channel list
Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.
1
To choose a channel from a cable box, turn the cable box on.
Press ENTER.
F A V O R I T E C H
2
1 2
1 5
2 7
1 3
1 9
3
AAB
CDE
FGH
IJK
LMN
OPQ
RST
UVW
XYZ
ABB
Your FAVORITE CH screen appears on the TV
screen.
4 5
4 3
2 2
1 0
Press CH +/– to select the station ID you want to
The selected station ID
3 select.
F A V O R I T E C H
1 2
1 5
2 7
1 3
1 9
3
4 5
4 3
2 2
1 0
AAB
CDE
FGH
IJK
LMN
OPQ
RST
UVW
XYZ
ABB
Press ENTER.
4
Note
If the TV channel has no station ID, the channel number appears on the TV screen.
•
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Adjusting the picture
Adjusting the tracking
Although the VCR automatically adjusts the tracking
when playing a tape (the
indicator flashes in the
display window, then turns off), distortion may occur
if the recording is in poor condition. In this case,
manually adjust the tracking.
NORMAL TRACKING
Press TRACKING +/– to display the tracking meter.
The distortion should disappear as you press one of
Tracking meter
the two tracking buttons (the
indicator lights up).
To resume automatic tracking adjustment, eject the
tape and reinsert it.
About the Reality Regenerator function (SLV-N81 only)
The Reality Regenerator function automatically restores the picture to its original
quality during playback.
To use the Reality Regenerator function
Press MENU, then select ADVANCED OPTIONS and press OK.
1
2
Press M/m to highlight NEXT, then press OK.
Press M/m to highlight REALITY
ADVANCED OPTIONS
3 REGENERATOR on PAGE2 of the ADVANCED
PAGE 2
APC
REALITY REGENERATOR
SHARPNESS
ON
OFF
OPTIONS menu, then press OK.
PREVIOUS
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: MENU
Press M/m to set REALITY REGENERATOR to ON, then press OK.
4 The RR indicator lights up in the display window.
Press MENU to return to the original screen.
5
To turn it off, select OFF in step 4. The RR indicator turns off in the display window.
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About the Adaptive Picture Control (APC) function
The Adaptive Picture Control (APC) function automatically improves recording and
playback quality by adjusting the VCR to the condition of the video heads and tape.
To maintain better picture quality, we recommend that you set APC to ON on PAGE2
of the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu (The APC indicator lights up in the display
window). For details, see page 93.
APC playback
The APC function automatically works on all types of tapes, including rental tapes
and tapes that were not recorded with APC.
APC recording
Whenever you insert a tape and first start recording, the VCR adjusts to the tape using
the APC function (the APC indicator flashes rapidly). This adjustment is retained
until the tape is ejected.
Notes
•
The auto tracking adjustment cannot be guaranteed to work with tapes recorded in the LP
mode on other VCRs.
•
The APC function does not work if the tape speed is automatically changed from the SP to
EP mode during a timer recording when AUTO TAPE SPEED is set to ON in the
ADVANCED OPTIONS menu, unless the tape has been recorded in the EP mode with the
APC function.
•
There is a delay of about ten seconds before the VCR actually starts recording while the VCR
analyzes the tape. To avoid the delay, first set the VCR to recording pause (the APC indicator
flashes slowly) and press z REC to have the VCR analyze the tape (the APC indicator
flashes rapidly) and return to recording pause. After the APC indicator stops flashing, press
X PAUSE to start recording immediately.
If you want to start recording quickly without using the APC function, first set the VCR to
recording pause (the APC indicator flashes slowly) and press X PAUSE again to start
recording.
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Changing menu options
Press MENU, then select ADVANCED OPTIONS and press OK.
1
ADVANCED OPTIONS
ADVANCED OPTIONS
PAGE 1
PAGE 2
AUTO ANT SELECT
ON
ON
APC
ON
ON
L
AUTO STEREO
TUNER AUDIO
TAPE SELECT
AUTO TAPE SPEED
FAVORITE CH
REALITY REGENERATOR
SHARPNESS
MAIN
AUTO
ON
H
PREVIOUS
RETURN
ON
NEXT
RETURN
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
SELECT
SET
QUIT
:
: OK
: OK
: MENU
: MENU
Press M/m to highlight the option to change, then press OK.
2
To go to PAGE2, highlight NEXT and press OK. To return to PAGE1, highlight
PREVIOUS and press OK.
Press M/m to change the setting, then press OK.
3
4
To adjust the sharpness, press </, and press OK.
Press MENU to return to the original screen.
Menu choices
Initial settings are indicated in bold print.
PAGE 1
Menu option
Set this option to
AUTO ANT SELECT
• ON if your TV is connected only to VHF/UHF OUT on the
VCR. To play a tape, set the TV to the VCR channel (channel
3 or 4).
•
OFF if your TV is connected to both VHF/UHF OUT and
input.
AUTO STEREO
TUNER AUDIO
• ON to receive stereo programs.
OFF to reduce noise. The sound changes to monaural.
•
• MAIN to record the main sound on both hi-fi and normal audio
tracks.
•
SAP to record the SAP (Second Audio Program) sound on both
hi-fi and normal audio tracks.
TAPE SELECT
• AUTO when using a T-160 length tape or any tape shorter than
a T-140 length tape.
•
180 when using a T-140 or T-180 length tape.
For details, see page 63.
AUTO TAPE SPEED
• ON to change the timer recording tape speed automatically to
the EP mode when the remaining tape length becomes shorter
than the recording time. To operate AUTO TAPE SPEED, set
TAPE SELECT correctly.
•
OFF to keep the same tape speed.
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Menu option
Set this option to
FAVORITE CH
(SLV-N81 only)
• ON when using favorite channel list.
•
OFF when using station ID list.
For details, see pages 87 and 88.
PAGE 2
Menu option
Set this option to
APC
• ON to switch on the APC (Adaptive Picture Control) function
and improve picture quality.
•
OFF to switch off APC.
REALITY
• ON to switch on the Reality Regenerator function and restore
REGENERATOR
(SLV-N81 only)
the picture to its original quality during playback.
OFF to switch off Reality Regenerator.
•
•
SHARPNESS
L (Low) through H (High) to adjust the sharpness of the
picture. Select L to turn off the sharpness control.
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Editing with another VCR
How to connect to record on this VCR
This VCR (Recorder)
TV
LINE-2 IN
Other VCR (Player)
LINE OUT
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
: Signal flow
Notes
•
•
Make sure you connect the plugs to jacks of the same color.
If the other VCR is a monaural type and connected to this VCR’s LINE-2 IN jacks, connect
the audio plug to the AUDIO L (white) jack. The sound is recorded on both right and left
channels. If you connect to the AUDIO R (red) jack, the sound is recorded only on the right
channel.
•
•
If you connected this VCR to both the LINE IN and LINE OUT jacks of the other VCR,
select the input correctly to prevent a humming noise.
You can use the LINE-1 IN jacks for editing. If the other VCR is a monaural type, the sound
is recorded only on the channel whose jack is connected to the audio plug. To record on both
right and left channels, connect the audio plugs to the AUDIO R/L jacks using a VMC-
910HG audio/video cable (not supplied).
How to record on another VCR that has a CONTROL S OUT jack for
synchronized editing (SLV-N81 only)
Connect to record on the other VCR using the audio/video cable, then connect the
VCRs via the CONTROL S jacks using a Control S cable. The CONTROL S
connection lets you control (pause and release pause) both VCRs from the other
VCR. Connect the CONTROL S OUT jack of the other VCR to the CONTROL S IN
jack on this VCR.
Note
•
(SLV-N81 only)
If the CONTROL S IN jack is used for Control S connection with a TV, the CONTROL S
connection cannot be used for editing.
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Operation (when recording on this VCR)
Before you start editing
X PAUSE
• Turn on your TV and set it to the
video channel.
• Press INPUT SELECT or
CHANNEL +/– to display “L2” (or
“L1”) in the display window.
• Press SP/EP to select the tape speed,
SP or EP.
z REC
Insert a source tape with its safety tab removed into the other (playback) VCR.
1 Search for the point to start playback and set it to playback pause.
Insert a tape into this (recording) VCR. Search for the point to start recording
2 and press X PAUSE.
Press z REC on this VCR to set it to recording pause.
3
4
To start editing, press the X PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time.
To stop editing
Press the x STOP buttons on both VCRs.
Tip
•
To cut out unwanted scenes while editing, press X PAUSE on this VCR when an unwanted
scene begins. When it ends, press X PAUSE again to resume recording.
Note
If you start recording following the procedure above, the VCR won’t start recording with the
•
APC function. To record a tape with the APC function, press z REC again during recording
pause in step 3 so that the VCR analyzes the tape. Then, press X PAUSE after the APC
indicator stops flashing to start recording. If you press X PAUSE before the APC indicator
stops flashing, the APC function is canceled.
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Additional Information
General setup information
Setting the RF unit
When connecting the VCR to the TV using
only the antenna cable, you must set the RF
UNIT switch on the rear of the VCR so that
the TV can receive the correct signal from
the VCR.
TV/VIDEO
TV
RF UNIT
CH3 CH4
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
?/1 POWER
CHANNEL +/–
Set the RF UNIT switch on the rear of the VCR to CH3 or CH4, whichever
1 channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel.
Press ?/1 POWER to turn on the VCR.
2
3
4
Press TV/VIDEO to turn on the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s display window.
Press CHANNEL +/– to display a channel number in the display window.
Select an active channel number in your area.
Turn on your TV and set it to the channel you selected in step 1 (channel 3 or 4).
5
The channel you selected in step 4 appears on the TV screen. If the channels
change when you press CHANNEL +/–, you have made the correct setting.
Whenever you use the VCR, set the TV to the channel selected in step 1.
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Attaching the external antenna connector
When using a 300-ohm twin lead cable for a
VHF/UHF antenna, use the EAC-32 antenna
connector (not supplied) to connect the
antenna to the VCR.
300-ohm twin
lead cable
EAC-32 antenna
connector (not
supplied)
Loosen the screws on the antenna connector.
1
2
3
Wind the twin leads around the screws on the antenna connector.
Retighten the screws.
Attaching a UHF/VHF band mixer
When using both a 75-ohm coaxial cable and
a 300-ohm twin lead cable for a VHF/UHF
antenna, use the EAC-66 UHF/VHF band
separator/mixer (not supplied) to connect the
antenna to the VCR.
300-ohm twin
lead cable
EAC-66
UHF/VHF
band
separator/
mixer (not
supplied)
75-ohm coaxial
cable
Loosen the screws on the mixer.
1
Wind the twin leads around the screws on the mixer.
2
3
4
Retighten the screws.
Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable to the mixer.
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Troubleshooting
If you have any questions or problems not covered below, please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Symptom
Remedy
The ?/1 switch does not function.
•
•
Connect the AC power cord securely.
Make sure the VCR is not locked. To unlock, hold down
?/1 POWER on the VCR until the - indicator
disappears.
The power is turned on but the VCR
does not operate.
•
Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn the power off,
unplug the AC power cord and leave the VCR to dry for
over three hours.
The clock has stopped and “–:– –”
appears in the display window.
•
•
The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the wall
outlet for more than one hour. Reset the clock (and timer).
“ACS” flashes in the display window.
The VCR is searching for a time signal. If channels in
your area do not carry time signals, set the clock
manually.
The playback picture does not appear
on the TV screen.
•
Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If
you are using a monitor, set it to video input.
The picture is not clear.
•
•
Adjust the tracking with the TRACKING +/– buttons.
The video heads are dirty (see the last page of
“Troubleshooting”). Clean the video heads using the Sony
T-25CLD or T-25CLDR video head cleaning cassette. If
these cleaning cassettes are not available in your area,
have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony dealer (a
standard service fee will be charged). Do not use a
commercially available liquid type cleaning cassette, as it
may damage the video heads.
•
•
The video heads may have to be replaced. Consult your
local Sony dealer for more information.
The picture rolls vertically during
picture search.
Adjust the vertical hold control on the TV or monitor.
The picture has no sound.
•
•
The tape is defective.
If you made A/V connections, check the audio cable
connection.
A TV program does not appear on
the TV screen.
•
•
Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If
you are using a monitor, set it to video input.
Select the correct source with the INPUT SELECT or CH
+/– buttons. Select a channel number when recording TV
programs; select “L1” or “L2” when recording from other
equipment.
TV reception is poor.
•
•
Adjust the TV antenna.
The tape starts playing as soon as it is
inserted.
The safety tab has been removed. To record on this tape,
cover the tab hole.
The tape is ejected when you press
z REC.
•
•
Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
Nothing happens when you press
Make sure the tape is not at its end.
z REC.
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Symptom
Remedy
The timer does not operate.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Check that the clock is set.
Make sure a tape has been inserted.
Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
Make sure the tape is not at its end.
Make sure a program has been set for timer recording.
Make sure your timer settings are past the current time.
Check that the cable box is turned on.
The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the wall
outlet for more than one hour. Reset the clock and timer.
•
When you use a Cable Mouse, make sure the CABLE
BOX CONTROL option is set to ON (SLV-N81 only).
•
•
•
Turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord.
A tape cannot be inserted.
Check that a tape isn’t already in the tape compartment.
The remote commander does not
function.
Make sure you are pointing the remote commander at the
remote sensor on the VCR.
•
Replace all the batteries in the remote commander with
new ones if they are weak.
•
•
Make sure the •TV / VIDEO switch is set correctly.
If you are not using Control S, make sure that both
miniplugs are disconnected.
The channels on the VCR cannot be
changed.
•
•
•
Make sure the CABLE BOX CONTROL option is set to
OFF.
The tracking meter does not appear
on the screen.
The recording condition of the tape is very poor and
tracking cannot be adjusted.
You cannot control other TVs.
Set your TV’s code number. The code number may
change when you replace the batteries of the remote
commander.
The VCR needs to be cleaned.
•
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a dry, soft
cloth, or a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent, such as
alcohol or benzine.
Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads
• Normal picture
• Rough picture
• Unclear picture
• No picture (or
black & white
screen appears)
initial
terminal
contamination
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Specifications
System
Timer section
Format
Clock
VHS NTSC standard
Video recording system
Rotary head helical scanning FM system
Video heads
Quartz locked
Timer indication
12-hour cycle
Timer setting
Double azimuth four heads
Video signal
8 programs (max.)
Power back-up
NTSC color, EIA standards
Tape speed
Built-in self-charging capacitor
Back-up duration: up to 1 hour at a time
3
SP: 33.35 mm/s (1
EP: 11.11 mm/s (
inches/s)
inches/s)
inches/s),
8
General
7
16
11
Power requirements
LP: 16.67 mm/s (
playback only
16
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
Maximum recording/playback time
8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160 tape)
Fast-forward and rewind time
22 W (SLV-N81)
21 W (SLV-N71)
Operating temperature
5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature
–20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F)
Dimensions
Approx. 3 min. (with T-120 tape)
Tuner section
Channel coverage
VHF 2 to 13
UHF 14 to 69
Approx. 430 × 97 × 292 mm (w/h/d)
7
1
(Approx. 17 × 3
× 11
inches) including
8
2
CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84
Antenna
projecting parts and controls
Mass
75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/UHF
Approx. 4.1 kg (9 lb 1 oz)
Inputs and outputs
Supplied accessories
LINE-1 IN and -2 IN
Remote commander (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
VIDEO IN, phono jack (1 each)
Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync
negative
75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors (1)
AUDIO IN, phono jacks (2 each)
Input level: 327 mVrms
Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms
LINE OUT
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has
determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
VIDEO OUT, phono jack (1)
Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync
negative
AUDIO OUT, phono jacks (2)
Standard output: 327 mVrms
Load impedance: 47 kilohms
Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms
CONTROL S IN (SLV-N81 only)
Mini jack (1)
CABLE BOX CONTROL (CONTROL S OUT) (SLV-
N81 only)
Stereo mini jack (plug in power) (1)
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Index to parts and controls
Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.
Front panel
A ?/1 POWER switch (71)
B Tape compartment
J DIAL TIMER (65)
C Z EJECT button (60)
K CHANNEL/TRACKING +/– buttons
(63) (90)
D m REW (rewind) button (60) (77)
E H PLAY button (60) (77)
F M FF (fast-forward) button (60) (77)
G z REC (record) button (63) (79) (95)
H x STOP button (60) (95)
L Remote sensor (7)
M INPUT SELECT button (64)
N EASY SET UP button (13) (16) (19) (22)
(25)
O LINE-2 IN VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks
(94)
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Display window
SAP LPSP
EP
VIDEO APC
RR
A Timer indicator (67) (71) (74)
G RR (Reality Regenerator) indicator
(SLV-N81 only) (90)
B SAP (Second Audio Program) indicator
(82)
H Tracking indicator (90)
C STEREO indicator (82)
D Tape speed indicator (63)
E VIDEO indicator (64) (96)
I Child Lock indicator (76)
J Time counter/clock/line/channel
indicator (60) (63) (95)
K Remaining tape length indicator (63)
F APC (Adaptive Picture Control)
indicator (91)
L Tape/recording indicator (63)
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Rear panel
SLV-N81
SLV-N71
A AC power cord (9)
E RF (Radio Frequency) UNIT switch (96)
B CONTROL S IN jack (11) (94)
F VHF/UHF IN connector (12) (15) (18)
(SLV-N81 only)
(21) (24)
C CABLE BOX CONTROL (CONTROL S
G VHF/UHF OUT connector (12) (15) (18)
OUT) jack (12) (15) (SLV-N81 only)
(21) (24)
D LINE-1 IN AUDIO R/L/VIDEO jacks
H LINE OUT AUDIO R/L/VIDEO jacks
(15) (94)
(10)
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A •TV / VIDEO switch (7)
B Z EJECT button (60)
Remote commander
C TV/VIDEO button (8) (64)
D DISPLAY button (63) (85)
E CLEAR button (60) (71) (81)
F SP (Standard Play)/EP (Extended Play)
button (63)
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
G INPUT SELECT button (64) (95)
H z REC (record) button (63) (79)
I y SLOW button (77)
J MENU button (27) (92)
K X PAUSE/M button (27) (60)
x STOP/m button (27) (60)
m REW (rewind)/ < button (60) (77)
M FF (fast-forward)/ , button (60)
(77)
H PLAY/OK button (27) (60)
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L ?/1 (power) switch (8) (71)
M COUNTER/REMAIN button (63)
N AUDIO MONITOR button (82)
O VCR Plus+ button (70)
P Number buttons (71)
Q ENTER button (71) (87) (88)
R CH (channel) +/– buttons (8) (63)
S VOL (volume) +/– buttons (8)
T ×2 button (77)
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
U . / > INDEX SEARCH buttons
(84)
V COMMERCIAL PASS button (60)
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Index
SAP (Second Audio Program)
Searching
for a selected point 85
using the index function 84
Smart channel mapping 49
SP mode 63
A
Adjusting
H
Hi-fi audio track 83
picture 46, 90
tracking 90
I
Advanced option 92
AFT (Auto Fine Tuning) 46
Antenna hookup 21
APC (Adaptive Picture Control)
91
Index search 84
Station ID 87
Stereo 82
Audio track 83
Audio/video (A/V) hookup 10
Auto Clock Set 28
Auto Tape Speed 92
T
M
Timer setting 73
canceling 80
Monaural 82
playback 82
C
Cable box control
cable box code number
chart 37
using VCR Plus+ or VCR
Plus+ GOLD 70
Tracking adjustment. see
Adjusting
N
setting 35
Cable hookup 9
Cable Mouse 12, 15
Channel line-up chart 48, 55
Child Lock 76
Cleaning the video heads 98
Clock setting 28
Connecting
P
Picture adjustment. see
Adjusting
V
VCR Plus+
frame by frame 77
skip 60
channel set up 55
recording 70
VCR Plus+ GOLD
channel set up 48
recording 70
cable TV 12
external antenna connector
97
slow motion 77
Presetting channels 41
UHF/VHF band mixer 97
Control S 11
Counter 60
Recording 62
D
bilingual programs 82
saving 64
stereo broadcasts 82
timer setting 73
using Dial Timer 65
using VCR Plus+ or VCR
Plus+ GOLD 70
Demonstration Mode 69
Dial Timer 65
Digital satellite receiver 15
Disabling channels 44
Dubbing. see Editing
E
Easy Set Up 13, 16, 19, 22, 25
Editing 94
while watching another
program 64
RF channel 96
EP mode 63
S
F
Safety tab 64
Favorite channel 88
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Quick reference to using the VCR
2 Insert a tape and press
To watch TV
Hookup 1 (SLV-N81
only)
H PLAY.
1 Turn off the VCR, or press
the VCR’s TV/VIDEO
button until the VIDEO
indicator in the display
window turns off.
To record a program
1 Press VCR Plus+ on the
remote commander.
To play a tape
1 Set the TV to channel 3 or 4
(or to video input, if you
made A/V connections).
2 Insert a tape and press
H PLAY.
2 Set the TV to the channel you
2 Enter the PlusCode number.
want to watch.
3 Select ONCE, DAILY, or
WEEKLY, then press
ENTER.
Hookup 5
4 Insert a tape.
5 Press ?/1 to turn off the
To record a program
To play a tape
VCR.
1 Turn on the cable box.
2 Press VCR Plus+ on the
remote commander.
1 Set the TV to channel 3 or 4
(or to video input, if you
made A/V connections).
2 Insert a tape and press
H PLAY.
To watch TV
1 Turn off your VCR, or press
the VCR’s TV/VIDEO
button until the VIDEO
indicator in the display
window turns off.
3 Enter the PlusCode number.
4 Select ONCE, DAILY, or
WEEKLY, then press
ENTER.
To record a program
5 Insert a tape.
6 Press ?/1 to turn off the
VCR.
1 Turn on the cable box.
2 Set the cable box to the
channel you want to record.
2 Select the channel with your
cable box (if you have one)
or with your TV.
7 Leave the cable box on.
3 Press VCR Plus+ on the
remote commander.
Hookup 4
To watch TV
4 Enter the PlusCode number.
5 Select ONCE, DAILY, or
WEEKLY, then press
ENTER.
6 Insert a tape.
7 Press ?/1 to turn off the
VCR.
1 Turn off your VCR, or press
the VCR’s TV/VIDEO
button until the VIDEO
indicator in the display
window turns off.
To play a tape
1 Set the TV to channel 3 or 4
(or to video input, if you
made A/V connections).
2 Insert a tape and press
H PLAY. If there’s no
picture on your TV, press the
VCR’s TV/VIDEO button
until the VIDEO indicator
appears in the display
window.
2 Turn on your cable box.
3 Set the TV to the cable box
output channel (usually 2, 3,
or 4).
4 Set the cable box to the
channel you want to watch.
8 Leave the cable box on.
To watch TV
1 Turn off your VCR, or press
the VCR’s TV/ VIDEO
button until the VIDEO
indicator in the display
window turns off.
To record a program
Hookup 3
1 Press VCR Plus+ on the
remote commander.
2 Enter the PlusCode number.
3 Select ONCE, DAILY, or
WEEKLY, then press
ENTER.
4 Insert a tape.
5 Press ?/1 to turn off the
VCR.
2 Turn on your cable box.
To play a tape
3 Set the TV to the cable box
output channel (usually 2, 3,
or 4).
4 Set the cable box to the
channel you want to watch.
1 If you made A/V
connections, set the TV to
video input. If you didn’t use
A/V hookup:
•
•
Turn on the cable box.
Set the cable box to channel
3 or 4.
•
Set the TV to the output
channel of the cable box
(usually 2, 3, or 4).
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