HT-511V - Home Theater SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Home Theater System
Model	HT-511V
Brand	Sony
Channels	5.1
Total Power Output	1000 W (estimated)
Dimensions (Main Unit)	430 x 70 x 310 mm (W x H x D)
Weight (Main Unit)	3.5 kg
Power Consumption	120 W
Standby Power	< 0.5 W
Audio Formats Supported	Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM
Video Inputs	2 x HDMI, 1 x Optical, 1 x Coaxial
Video Outputs	1 x HDMI (ARC)
USB Port	1 x USB Type-A
Bluetooth	Yes, version 4.2
Wi-Fi	No (not specified)
FM Tuner	Yes
Surround Sound Technology	S-Force PRO Front Surround
Subwoofer Type	Wireless Active Subwoofer
Remote Control	Included
Wall Mountable	Yes (main unit)
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with a soft dry cloth. Do not use solvents.
Safety	Do not expose to moisture. Operate at 0-40°C.
Spare Parts Availability	Contact Sony support for replacement parts.

Frequently Asked Questions - HT-511V SONY

How do I connect the HT-511V to my TV?

Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI ARC port on the TV to the HDMI ARC port on the system. Alternatively, use optical or coaxial digital audio connections.

Can I stream music via Bluetooth?

Yes, the HT-511V supports Bluetooth. Put the system in pairing mode and select it from your device's Bluetooth settings.

What audio formats are supported?

It supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and PCM formats. Check your source device for compatible output.

How do I adjust the volume of the subwoofer?

Use the remote control's SUBWOOFER button or navigate to the audio settings menu to adjust subwoofer level.

Can I wall mount the soundbar?

Yes, the main unit can be wall mounted using the supplied brackets. Ensure the wall can support the weight.

How do I reset the system to factory settings?

Press and hold the POWER button and VOLUME - button simultaneously for 5 seconds until the display shows 'INIT'.

My remote control is not working. What should I do?

Replace the batteries with new ones (type AAA). Ensure there are no obstacles between the remote and the sensor on the system.

Does the system support 4K video passthrough?

Yes, the HDMI inputs support 4K HDR passthrough (up to 60fps) for compatible devices.

How do I connect the subwoofer wirelessly?

Plug in the subwoofer and power on the system. The subwoofer should pair automatically. If not, press the LINK button on the subwoofer.

What is the warranty period for the HT-511V?

Standard warranty is 1 year from the date of purchase. Extended warranty may be available in your region.

USER MANUAL HT-511V SONY

Video Cassette Recorder

Operating Instructions

If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony

Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) or write to:

Sony Customer Information Center 1 Sony Drive, Mail Drop #T1-11,

Park Ridge, NJ 07656

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.: SLV-N60/AX20/N50/AX10

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.

Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ.07656 USA

Telephone No.: 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.

VHS

Hi-Fi

SLV-N60

SLV-AX20

SLV-N50

SLV-AX10

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Precautions

Safety

• Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.
• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
• This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your Sony dealer.

Installing

• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup.

• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.

• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.

• Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
• Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.
• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about three hours before operating the unit.

Information

For customers in the USA

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Owner's record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit.

Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. ____ Serial No. ____

Table of contents

Getting Started

4 Step 1 : Unpacking
5 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
7 Step 3 : Hookups
22 Selecting a language
23 Setting the clock
30 Presetting channels
37 Setting up the VCR Plus+ system (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

Basic Operations

41 Playing a tape
44 Recording TV programs
47 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-N60/AX20 only)
52 Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+ system (SLV-N60/AX20 only)
55 Recording TV programs using the timer

Additional Operations

58 Playing/searching at various speeds
60 Setting the recording duration time
61 Checking/changing/canceling timer settings

63 Recording stereo and bilingual programs
65 Searching for a selected point on the tape (SLV-N60/AX20 only)
67 Adjusting the picture
68 Changing menu options
70 Editing with another VCR

Additional Information

72 General setup information
74 Troubleshooting
76 Specifications
77 Index to parts and controls
82 Index

Back Cover

Quick reference to using the VCR

VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered 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.

Step 1 : Unpacking

Check that you have received the following items with the VCR:

- Remote commander • 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type

connectors

Line drawing of a remote control with buttons and dials (no text or symbols)

Line drawing of a coiled cable with two connectors tied at the end (no text or symbols)

- Size AA (R6) batteries

Check your model name

The instructions in this manual are for the 4 models: SLV-N60, AX20, N50, and AX10. Check your model number by looking at the rear panel of your VCR. SLV-N60 is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “SLV-N50 only.”

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.

Line drawing of a battery pack and its open casing, showing internal components (no text or symbols)

Using the remote commander

You can use this remote commander to operate this VCR and a Sony TV. Buttons on the remote commander marked with a dot (•) can be used to operate your Sony TV.

To operate	Set TV / VIDEO to
the VCRVIDEO	and point at the remote sensor at the VCR
a Sony TV	TV and point at the remote sensor at the 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.

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.

1 Set TV / VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to TV.
2 Hold down I/⏻, and enter your TV's code number using the number buttons. Then release I/⏻.

Now you can use the I/ ^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.

TV brand	Code number
Sony 01
Akai 04
AOC 04
Centurion 12
Coronado 03
Curtis-Mathes 12
Daytron 12
Emerson 03, 04, 14
Fisher 11
General Electric 06, 10
Gold Star 03, 04, 17
Hitachi 02, 03
J.C.Penney	04, 12

TV brand	Code number
JVC	09
KMC	03
Magnavox	03, 08, 12
Marantz	04, 13
MGA/Mitsubishi	04, 12, 13, 17
NEC 04, 12
Panasonic	06, 19
Philco	03, 04
Philips	08
Pioneer	16
Portland	03
Quasar	06, 18
Radio Shack	05, 14

TV brand	Code number
RCA	04, 10
Sampo	12
Sanyo 11
Scott 12
Sears	07, 10, 11
Sharp	03, 05, 18
Sylvania	08, 12
Teknika	03, 08, 14
Toshiba	07
Wards	03, 04, 12
Yorx	12
Zenith	15

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.

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 8 and 9 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. Then follow one of the hookups below.

If you have Use Refer to
Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 1 Pages	10 to 12
Cable box with many scrambled channels Hookup 2 Pages	13 to 15
No cable box or cable box with only a few scrambled channels	Hookup 3 Pages	16 to 18
Cable box with only a few scrambled channels and you are using an A/B switch	Hookup 4 Pages	19 to 21

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 you make connections firmly. Loose connections may cause picture distortion.
• If your TV doesn't match any of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician.

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 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 this page. If you want to record regular or cable TV programs, complete these connections first, and then go to the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.

A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks

graph LR
    A["Audio VIDEO\nLINE-1 IN\nLINE OUT"] --> B["TV"]
    B --> C["AUX IN"]
    B --> D["Audio OUT"]
    D --> E["Stereo receiverVCR"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333

B Use this hookup if your TV doesn't have stereo jacks

graph LR
    A["TV"] -->|IN| B["Audio cable (not supplied)"]
    A -->|IN| C["Audio cable (not supplied)"]
    A -->|AUX IN| D["Stereo receiverVCR"]
    A -->|LINE-1 IN| E["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| F["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| G["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| H["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| I["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| J["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| K["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| L["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| M["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| N["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| O["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| P["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| Q["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| R["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| S["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| T["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| U["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| V["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| W["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| X["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| Y["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| Z["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AA["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AB["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AC["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AD["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AE["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AF["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AG["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AH["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AI["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AJ["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AK["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AL["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AM["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AN["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AO["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AP["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AQ["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AR["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AS["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AT["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AU["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AV["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AW["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AX["Line 1 OUT"]
    A -->|LINE OUT| AY["Line 1 OUT"]

Note

- To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.

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.

For details, see page 68.

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.

Hookup 1

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

graph TD
    A["VCR"] --> B["VHF/UHF IN"]
    B --> C["OUT"]
    D["Rear of TV VHF/UHF"] --> E["A"]
    D --> F["B"]
    D --> G["UHF"]
    H["Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C."] --> I["VHF"]
    H --> J["B"]
    H --> K["UHF"]
    L["VHF"] --> M["C"]
    N["UHF"] --> O["C"]

B Use this hookup if you're using a VHF-only antenna (you get channels 2–13 only)

graph TD
    A["VCR"] --> B["VHF/UHF IN"]
    B --> C["OUT"]
    D["Rear of TV VHF/UHF"] --> E["A"]
    D --> F["B"]
    D --> G["UHF"]
    D --> H["C"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    note right of A: Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C.
    note right of D: For connector types B and C, no UHF connection is required.

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 73.

Hookup 1 : VCR setup

1 Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3 or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 72. If you made A/V connections (from page 8), you can skip this step.

2 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

1 The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page 22.

②The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 24.

③The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and press OK. For details, see page 31.

④The AUTO PRESET starts.

graph TD
    A["SET UP TUNER PRESET CH 2 4"] --> B["AUTO PRESET"]
    B --> C["PROCESSING"]
    C --> D["PLEASE WAIT"]
    E["SET UP"] --> F["SET UP IS DONE"]
    F --> G["Normal display"]

You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ system for recording, go to page 37 (SLV-N60/AX20 only).

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 28.

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.

Hookup 2

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

graph TD
    A["Wall"] --> B["Cable box"]
    B --> C["VCR"]
    C --> D["Rear of TV VHF/UHF"]
    D --> E["A"]
    D --> F["B"]
    D --> G["UHF"]
    C --> H["VHF/UHF IN OUT"]
    H --> I["or"]
    H --> J["or"]

Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C.

For connector types B and C, no UHF connection is required.

Hookup 2 : VCR setup

1 Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3 or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 72. If you made A/V connections (from page 8), you can skip this step.

2 Turn on your cable box.

3 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

①The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page 22.

②The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select MANUAL and press OK. Then set the clock manually and press OK. For details, see page 29.

③The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and press OK. For details, see page 31.

④The AUTO PRESET starts.

graph TD
    A["SET UP TUNER PRESET CH 2 4"] --> B["AUTO PRESET"]
    B --> C["PROCESSING"]
    C --> D["PLEASE WAIT"]
    E["SET UP"] --> F["SET UP IS DONE"]
    F --> G["Normal display"]

You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ system for recording, go to page 37 (SLV-N60/AX20 only).

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.

To use the Auto Clock Set feature with this hookup, you need to manually select a channel that carries a time signal:

1 Tune the cable box to a channel that carries a time signal.
2 Select AUTO in the CLOCK SET menu to turn on the Auto Clock Set feature.
3 Turn off the VCR. It automatically sets the clock and adjusts for Daylight Saving 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 28.

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.

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

graph TD
    A["Wall"] --> B["VCR"]
    B --> C["Cable box"]
    C --> D["Connect this cable directly to your TV if you don't have a cable box."]
    B --> E["Rear of TV VHF/UHF"]
    E --> F["A"]
    E --> G["B"]
    E --> H["C"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    note1["or"]
    note2["or"]
    note3["Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C."]
    note4["For connector types B and C, no UHF connection is required."]

Hookup 3 : VCR setup

1 Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3 or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 72. If you made A/V connections (from page 8), you can skip this step.

2 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

①The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page 22.

②The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 24.

③The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and press OK. For details, see page 31.

④The AUTO PRESET starts.

graph TD
    A["SET UP TUNER PRESET CH 2.4"] --> B["AUTO PRESET"]
    B --> C["PROCESSING"]
    C --> D["PLEASE WAIT"]
    E["SET UP"] --> F["SET UP IS DONE"]
    F --> G["Normal display"]

You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ system for recording, go to page 37 (SLV-N60/AX20 only).

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 28.

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.

Hookup 4

Connecting a cable box with only a few scrambled channels, using an A/B switch

Recommended use

By using an A/B switch (not supplied), this hookup allows you to record both scrambled and unscrambled channels conveniently.

What you can do with this hookup

• Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel directly on the VCR (the A/B switch is set to A)
• Record any scrambled channel by selecting the channel on the cable box (the A/B switch is set to B)

What you can't do

- Record one scrambled channel while watching another channel (the A/B switch is set to B)

graph TD
    A["Wall"] --> B["Splitter"]
    B --> C["Cable box"]
    C --> D["VCR"]
    D --> E["VHF/UHF IN OUT"]
    E --> F["A/B switch"]
    F --> G["A"]
    G --> H["B"]
    H --> I["OUT"]
    I --> J["Splitter"]
    K["Rear of TV VHF/UHF"] --> L["A"]
    L --> M["VHF"]
    M --> N["B"]
    N --> O["UHF"]
    O --> P["VHF"]
    P --> Q["C"]
    Q --> R["UHF"]
    style L fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style M fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
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Hookup 4 : VCR setup

1 Set the RF UNIT switch to CH3 or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 72. If you made A/V connections (from page 8), you can skip this step.

2 Set the A/B switch to "A."

3 Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

①The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page 22.

②The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 24.

③The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and press OK. For details, see page 31.

④ The AUTO PRESET starts.

graph TD
    A["SET UP TUNER PRESET CH 2 4"] --> B["AUTO PRESET"]
    B --> C["PROCESSING"]
    C --> D["PLEASE WAIT"]
    D --> E["SET UP"]
    E --> F["SET UP IS DONE"]
    F --> G["Normal display"]

4 Preset the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3 or 4). For details, see page 33.

①Press MENU, then select SETTINGS and press OK.
②Select TUNER PRESET and press OK.

③Enter the cable box output channel.
④ Set MANUAL SET to ADD and press OK.

Cable box output channel

⑤Press MENU to exit the menu.

You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ system for recording, go to page 37 (SLV-N60/AX20 only).

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 28.

Notes

• To use the Auto Clock Set feature, set the A/B switch to "A."
• 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.

Selecting a language

You can change the on-screen display language.

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.

1

Press MENU, then press ↑/↓ to highlight SETTINGS and press OK.

When using the EASY SET UP procedure, skip steps 1 and 2.

2

Press ↑/↓ to highlight LANGUAGE, then press OK.

3

Press ↑/↓ to highlight ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL, or FRANÇAIS, then press OK.

4

Press MENU to exit the menu.

Tip

- If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.

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.

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 28).

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.

1

MENU

Press MENU, then press ↑/↓ to highlight SETTINGS and press OK.

When using the EASY SET UP procedure, skip steps 1 and 2.

2

Press ↑/↓ to highlight CLOCK SET, then press OK.

3

Press ↑/↓ to highlight AUTO, then press OK.

4

Press ↑/↓ to highlight FULL AUTO, then press OK.

5

Press ↑/↓ to highlight YES, then press OK.

6

MENU

Press MENU to exit the menu.

7

To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the VCR. "ACS" will flash in the display window.

The VCR automatically sets the clock by searching for a channel that 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 26).

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 28).
• 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 2, 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.

If the clock does not activate

1

Follow steps 1 to 4 in "Using the Auto Clock Set feature."

The AUTO CLOCK SET menu is displayed.

2

Press ↑/↓ to highlight NO for FULL AUTO and press OK.

3

Press / to highlight the item you want to set and press OK. Then press / to make the setting and press OK.

- For CLOCK SET CH 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.

- For TIME ZONE Select the time zone of your area, or select AUTO to have the VCR automatically set your time zone. The options are: AUTO ATLANTIC EASTERN CENTRAL MOUNTAIN PACIFIC ALASKA HAWAII AUTO

- For DAYLIGHT SAVING Select ON or OFF (standard time), or AUTO to have the VCR automatically set the daylight saving time.

4

MENU

Press MENU to exit the menu.

5

To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the VCR. "ACS" will flash in the display window.

Tip

- If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.

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.
• Press TV/VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR's display window.

1

MENU

Press MENU, then press ↑/↓ to highlight SETTINGS and press OK.

When using the EASY SET UP procedure, skip steps 1 and 2.

2

Press ↑/↓ to highlight CLOCK SET, then press OK.

3

Press ↑/↓ to highlight MANUAL, then press OK.

4

Press ↑/↓ to set the month.

5

Press → to highlight the day and press ↑/↓ to set the day.

6

Set the year, hour, and minutes in the same way as the day. The day of the week is set automatically.

7

Press OK to start the clock.

Tip

- If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.

Presetting channels

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.

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

1

Press MENU, then press ↑/↓ to highlight SETTINGS and press OK.

When using the EASY SET UP procedure, skip steps 1 and 2.

2

Press ↑/↓ to highlight TUNER PRESET, then press OK.

3

Press ↑/↓ to highlight ANTENNA/CABLE, then press OK.

4

- To preset cable TV channels: Press ↑/↓ to set ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE, then press OK.

- To preset VHF and UHF channels: Press ↑/↓ to set ANTENNA/CABLE to ANT, then press OK.

5

Press ↑/↓ to highlight AUTO PRESET, then press OK.

All receivable channels are preset in numerical sequence. When no more receivable channels can be found, presetting stops and the picture from the lowest numbered channel is displayed on the TV screen.

Tips

- When receiving a VHF, UHF, or CATV channel, the display changes as follows each time you press DISPLAY.

graph TD
    A["Channel number"] --> B["Remaining tape length and time counter"]
    B --> C["The bar indicator and pointer for searching for a specific place on a tape (SLV-N60/AX20 only)"]
    C --> D["No display"]

- If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.

Presetting/disabling channels manually

1

MENU

Press MENU, then press ↑/↓ to highlight SETTINGS and press OK.

2

Press ↑/↓ to highlight TUNER PRESET, then press OK.

3

• To preset a channel:

1 Press the number buttons to enter the channel number, then press ENTER.
2 Press OK.
3 Press ↑/↓ to set MANUAL SET to ADD, then press OK.

• To disable a channel:

1 Press CH +/- to select the channel number.
2 Press OK.
3 Press ↑/↓ to set MANUAL SET to ERASE, then press OK.

Channel to be preset

Channel to be disabled

4

MENU

Repeat step 3 to preset or disable channels as required, then press MENU.

Tip

- If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.

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

Press MENU, then press ↑/↓ to highlight SETTINGS and press OK.

2

Press ↑/↓ to highlight TUNER PRESET, then press OK.

3

Press the number buttons to select the channel you want to fine-tune, then press ENTER.

Selected channel

4

Press ↑/↓ to highlight FINE TUNING, then press OK.

The fine tuning meter appears.

5

Press ←/→ to adjust to a clearer picture, then press OK.

Note that the AFT setting switches to OFF.

6

MENU

Press MENU to exit the 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.

Setting up the VCR Plus+ system (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

How the VCR Plus+ system works

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.

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).

To find the guide channel numbers, look at the “Channel Line-up Chart” in the program guide for your area that features VCR PlusCodes. It usually looks like the example to the right.

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.

Example of "PlusCode"

Example of "Channel Line-up Chart"

CABLE CH	CABLE TV	VCR Plus+ GUIDE CH
16	AMC American Movie Classics	35
17	BRV Bravo (program grid only)	54
20	CNN Cable News Network	42
21	CSP C-SPAN	28
22	DIS The Disney Channel	53
25	DSC The Discovery Channel	37
34	ESN ESPN	34
35	FAM The Family Channel	47
5	HBO Home Box Office	33
27	LIF Lifetime	46
29	MAX Cinemax	45
30	MTV Music Television	48
31	NIK Nickelodeon	38
38	SC Sports Channel	59
39	SCA Sports Channel America	70
45	SHO Showtime	41
17	TBS TBS SuperStation	43
44	TMC The Movie Channel	58
49	TNN The Nashville Network	49
50	TNT Turner Network Television	52
51	USA USA Network	44

1

MENU

Press MENU, then press ↑/↓ to highlight SETTINGS and press OK.

2

Press ↑/↓ to highlight SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS, then press OK.

3

Enter the guide channel number assigned in the program guide and press ENTER.

4

- If you made Hookup 1 or 3: Enter the actual number on your TV (and VCR) and press ENTER.

• If you made Hookup 2: Enter the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4) and press ENTER.
• If you made Hookup 4: Enter the actual number on your TV (and VCR) for an unscrambled channel and press ENTER. For a scrambled channel, enter the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4) and press ENTER.

5

Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each channel number that does not match.

6

When you have set all channels, press OK to confirm your channel settings.

To return to the previous page, press ←.

To go to the next page, press →.

7

MENU

After all settings are complete, press MENU to exit the menu.

Tip

- If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.

Playing a tape

1

Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.

2

Insert a tape.

The VCR turns on and starts playing automatically if you insert a tape with its safety tab removed.

Line drawing of a vintage electronic device with ports and control panel (no text or symbols)

3

Press ▷PLAY.

When the tape reaches the end, it will rewind automatically.

Additional tasks

To Press
Stop play ■STOP
Pause play ▪PAUSE
Resume play after pause	■ PAUSE or ▷ PLAY
Fast-forward the tape	▶▶ during stop
Rewind the tape	◀◀ REW during stop
Eject the tape ▲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.

1 Press COMMERCIAL PASS during playback of the scene you want to skip. The VCR starts searching.
2 Press COMMERCIAL PASS again when you find the scene you want to watch. The VCR stops searching, rewinds a few seconds, then resumes normal playback.

If you press and hold COMMERCIAL PASS while the VCR is skip searching, the VCR will stop searching, and continue rewinding until you release COMMERCIAL PASS.

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.

To display the counter on the TV screen, press DISPLAY.

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 ▷ PLAY, ■ PAUSE,

▶▶ FF, ◀◀ REW, or ■ 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.

Recording TV programs

1 Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel. To record from a cable box, turn it on.

2 Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.

3

Press CH +/- to select the channel or line input video source you want to record.

4

Press SP/EP to select the tape speed, SP or EP.

EP (Extended Play) provides recording time three times as long as SP (Standard Play). However, SP produces better picture and audio quality.

5

Press ●REC to start recording.

The recording indicator lights up red in the display window.

To stop recording

Press ■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 📊indicator appear alternately in the VCR's display window.

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 68.)

To watch another TV program while recording

1 Press TV/VIDEO to turn off the VIDEO indicator in the display window.
2 If the TV is connected to the VCR's LINE OUT jacks, set the TV to TV input; if not, skip this step.
3 Select another channel on the TV.

To save a recording

To prevent accidental erasure, break off the safety tab as illustrated. To record on the tape again, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

Tips

• To select a channel, you can use the number buttons on 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.

Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

The Dial Timer function allows you to make timer recordings of programs without turning on your TV. Set the recording timer to record up to eight programs that will be broadcast within a month using the DIAL TIMER. The recording start time and recording stop time can be set at one minute intervals.

Before you start...

• When using a cable box, turn it on.
• Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time.

“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.

2

DIAL TIMER

Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording date.

3

DIAL TIMER

Press DIAL TIMER.

"START" and the current time appear alternately in the display window.

4

DIAL TIMER

Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording start time.

You can set the recording start time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL +/- buttons.

- CHANNEL + TRACKING

5

DIAL TIMER

Press DIAL TIMER.

“STOP” and the recording stop time appear alternately in the display window.

6

DIAL TIMER

• CHANNEL + TRACKING
  

Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording stop time.

You can set the recording stop time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL +/- buttons.

7

DIAL TIMER

Press DIAL TIMER.

The channel number appears in the display window.

8

DIAL TIMER

Turn DIAL TIMER to set the channel number.

To record from a source connected to the LINE-1 IN or LINE-2 IN jacks, turn DIAL TIMER or press INPUT SELECT on the remote commander to display “L1” or “L2”.

INPUT SELECT

9

DIAL TIMER

Press DIAL TIMER to complete the setting.

"OK" appears in the display window for about five seconds.

The ④indicator 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

To return to the previous step, press the CHANNEL + and - buttons on the VCR at the same time during any of the Dial Timer settings.

To stop recording

To stop the VCR while recording, press ■STOP.

To use the VCR after setting the timer

To use the VCR before a timer recording begins, just press I/☐. The ☑ indicator disappears from the display window and the VCR switches on. Remember to press I/☐ 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 43).
• Display tape information on the TV screen (page 45).
• Check the timer settings (page 61).
• Watch another TV program (page 46).

To lock the VCR after setting the timer (Child Lock)

When the VCR is turned on, hold down I/↓ POWER on the VCR until the ○—n indicator appears in the display window. The VCR turns off and the ○—n indicator remains lit. The VCR will not work except for timer recordings.

To unlock the VCR, hold down I/ ^① POWER on the VCR until the ① n indicator disappears from the display window. The VCR is unlocked and turns on.

To stop timer recording while the VCR is locked, press ■ STOP. The recording stops and the VCR is unlocked.

To set the clock

1 Turn DIAL TIMER so that "CLOCK" appears in the display window.
2 Press DIAL TIMER. “MONTH” appears in the display window.
3 Turn DIAL TIMER to set the month.
4 Press DIAL TIMER. “DAY” appears in the display window.
5 Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the day and then the year. After you set the year, "CLOCK" appears in the display window again.
6 Turn and press DIAL TIMER to set the hour and minute.
7 When you have finished setting the time, press DIAL TIMER to set the clock.

Tips

• To cancel a Dial Timer setting, press ■ 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.
• 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 68).
• To check, change, or cancel the program setting, see “Checking/changing/canceling timer settings” (page 61).

Notes

• If eight programs have already been set using the VIDEO Plus+ system (SLV-N60/AX20 only) or the TIMER SET/CHECK menu, “FULL” appears in the display window for about five seconds.
• 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.
• You cannot set the clock to February 29^th 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 with no tape inserted.
  • The VCR will be unlocked when:
• You stop timer recording by pressing ■ STOP.

- You insert a tape.

- The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops.

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 ☐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 61).

Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+ system (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

Just enter the PlusCode number listed in the TV program guide. The date, time and channel number of that program are set automatically. You can preset up to eight programs together with the DIAL TIMER and manual timer settings at one time.

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

VCR Plus+

Press VCR Plus+.

2

Press the number buttons to enter the PlusCode number.

If you make a mistake, press CLEAR and re-enter the correct number.

CLEAR

3

SP / EP

Press SP/EP to select the tape speed, SP or EP.

4

Press ↑/↓ to highlight ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY, then press ENTER:

To record	Select
Only once	ONCE
Everyday Monday to Friday	DAILY
Once a week	WEEKLY

• ENTER
  

CLEAR

The date, start and stop time, channel number, and tape speed appear on the TV screen. If the information is not correct, press CLEAR to cancel the setting.

5

6

To enter another setting, repeat steps 1 to 4.

Press I/ ^1 to turn off the VCR.

The ④indicator 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 ■STOP.

continued

To use the VCR after setting the timer

To use the VCR before timer recording begins, just press I/⏻. The ⏻ indicator disappears from the display window and the VCR switches on. Remember to press I/⏻ 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 43).
• Display tape information on the TV screen (page 45).
• Check the timer settings (page 61).
• Watch another TV program (page 46).

To lock the VCR after setting the timer (Child Lock)

When the VCR is turned on, hold down I/ ^① POWER on the VCR until the ○—n indicator appears in the display window. The VCR turns off and the ○—n indicator remains lit. The VCR will not work except for timer recordings.

To unlock the VCR, hold down I/POWER on the VCR until the -n indicator disappears from the display window. The VCR is unlocked and turns on.

To stop timer recording while the VCR is locked, press ■ STOP. The recording stops and the VCR is unlocked.

Tips

• To check, change or cancel the program setting, see “Checking/changing/canceling timer settings” (page 61).
• 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 68).

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 VCR will be unlocked when:

• You stop timer recording by pressing ■ STOP.
• You insert a tape.
  – The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops.

Recording TV programs using the timer

You can preset up to eight programs at a time.

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

MENU

Press MENU, then press ↑/↓ to highlight TIMER SET/CHECK and press OK.

continued

2

Press ↑/↓ to highlight the line that is to be set, then press OK.

3

Set the date, start and stop time, channel number, and tape speed:

1 Press ↑/↓ to set each item.

2 Press → to highlight and set each item in turn.

To correct a setting, press ← to return to that setting and reset.

To record the same program every day or the same day every week, press ↓ while the date is highlighted. For details, see “Daily/weekly recording” below.

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.

4

Press OK to confirm the setting.

To enter another setting, press / to highlight the next line and repeat step 3.

5

Press MENU to exit the menu.

6

Press I/ ^1 to turn off the VCR.

The ④ 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 ■STOP.

Daily/weekly recording

In step 3 above, press ↓ to select the recording pattern. Each time you press ↓, the indication changes as shown below. Press ↑ to change the indication in reverse order.

the current date → SUN-SAT → MON-SAT → MON-FRI → EVERY SAT → ..... → EVERY MON → EVERY SUN → 1 month later → (dates count down) → the current date

To use the VCR after setting the timer

To use the VCR before timer recording begins, just press I/⏻. The ⏻ indicator disappears from the display window and the VCR switches on. Remember to press I/⏻ 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 43).
• Display tape information on the TV screen (page 45).
• Check the timer settings (page 61).
• Watch another TV program (page 46).

To lock the VCR after setting the timer (Child Lock)

When the VCR is turned on, hold down I/↓ 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 I/ ^① POWER on the VCR until the ② indicator disappears from the display window. The VCR is unlocked and turns on.

To stop timer recording while the VCR is locked, press ■ STOP. The recording stops and the VCR is unlocked.

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 68).
• To check, change or cancel the program setting, see “Checking/changing/canceling timer settings” (page 61).
• If you want to return to the previous menu and continue with other operations after setting the timer, press ↓ 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.

Playing/searching at various speeds

Playback options Operation
View the picture during fast-forward or rewind	During fast-forward, hold down ▶▶ ➕ FF. During rewind, hold down ◀◀ REW.
Play at high speed	During playback, press ▶▶ ➕ FF or ◀◀ ➕ REW on the remote commander.During playback, hold down ▶▶ ➕ FF or ◀◀ ➕ REW. When you release the button, normal playback resumes.
Play at twice the normal speed	During playback, press ×2.
Play in slow motion	During playback or pause, press ▶▶ SLOW.
Play frame by frame	During pause, press ▶▶ ➕ FF or ◀◀ ➕ 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 ◀◀ REW on the VCR and press ▷▶PLAY on the VCR.

To resume normal playback

Press ▷PLAY.

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.

Setting the recording duration time

After you have started recording in the normal way, you can have the VCR stop recording automatically after a specified duration.

1 While recording, press ●REC.

The ④indicator appears in the display window.

2 Press ●REC repeatedly to set the duration time.

Each press advances the time in increments of 30 minutes.

graph LR
    A["0:30 1:00"] --> B["5:30 6:00"]
    B --> C["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 ●REC repeatedly to set a new duration time.

To cancel the duration

Press ● REC repeatedly until the ⏻ indicator disappears and the VCR returns to normal recording mode.

To stop while recording

Press ■STOP.

Note

- You cannot display the current tape time in the display window when setting the recording duration time.

Checking/changing/canceling timer settings

Before you start...

- Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.

1 Press I/⏻ to turn on the VCR.

2 Press MENU, then press ↑/↓ 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.

continued

3 Press ↑/↓ to highlight the setting you want to change or cancel.

• To change the setting, press OK and press ←/→ to highlight the item you want to change, then press ↑/↓ to reset it.
• To cancel the setting, press CLEAR.

4 Press OK.
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.

graph LR
    A["Program 1"] --> B["Program 2"]
    B --> C["Will be cut off"]
    style B fill:#000,stroke:#000,color:#fff
    note right of B: Will be cut off

Recording stereo and bilingual programs

Recording stereo 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 68.

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 68.

Selecting the sound during playback

Press AUDIO MONITOR to select the sound you want. (If you are recording, the sound being recorded will not change.)

To listen to On-screen display Display window
Stereo STEREO STEREO
Left channel L STEREO
Right channel R STEREO
Monaural sound on the normal audio track	No indicator No indicator

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.

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.

Searching for a selected point on the tape (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

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.

1 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the bar indication appears on the TV screen.

A cursor (■) 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 ▷ PLAY, ▶FF, or ◀REW) until the cursor appears.

continued

2 Press / to move the pointer () to the point where you want to start playback.

The VCR starts searching and the cursor (■) moves toward the pointer. When the VCR locates the marked point, playback starts.

Simple horizontal bar with a black center and a small triangle marker at the top (no text or symbols)

To cancel searching

Press ▷ PLAY or ■ 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.

Tape type	Total time length
	SP LP	EP
T-60 or shorter 60 120 180
from T-80 to T-140 120 240	360
T-160 or longer	160 32	0 480

• If you move the pointer () on the bar indication while searching, the VCR searches for the new reset point.
• With the bar indication on, the ▶▶ FF/→ and ◀◀◀ REW/← buttons on the remote commander work only for moving the pointer (▽), while the ▶▶ FF and ◀◀◀ REW buttons on the VCR are used for normal tape operation. Note, however, if you press these buttons on the VCR, searching is canceled.

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.

Press TRACKING +/- to display the tracking meter. The distortion should disappear as you press one of the two tracking buttons (the indicator lights up). To resume automatic tracking adjustment, eject the tape and reinsert it.

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 in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu (The APC indicator lights up in the display window). For details, see page 68.

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 ● 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 ■■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 ■■ PAUSE again to start recording.

Changing menu options

1 Press MENU, then select ADVANCED OPTIONS and press OK.

2 Press ↑/↓ to highlight the option to change, then press OK.
3 Press ↑/↓ to change the setting, then press OK. To adjust the sharpness, press ←/→ and press OK.
4 Press MENU to return to the original screen.

Menu choices

Initial settings are indicated in bold print.

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 LINE OUT on the VCR. To play a tape, set the TV to the VCR input.
AUTO STEREO	ON to receive stereo programs.OFF to reduce noise. The sound changes to monaural.
TUNER AUDIO	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.
APC	ON to switch on the APC (Adaptive Picture Control) function and improve picture quality.OFF to switch off APC.
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 45.
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.
SHARPNESS	• L (Low) through H (High) to adjust the sharpness of the picture. Select L to turn off the sharpness control.

Editing with another VCR

How to connect to record on this VCR

graph TD
    A["This VCR (Recorder)"] --> B["TV"]
    A --> C["LINE-2 IN"]
    C --> D["VMC-810HG audio/video cable (not supplied) : Signal flow"]
    D --> E["Other VCR (Player)"]
    E --> F["LINE OUT"]

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).

Operation (when recording on this VCR)

Before you start editing

• 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.

1 Insert a source tape with its safety tab removed into the other (playback) VCR. Search for the point to start playback and set it to playback pause.
2 Insert a tape into this (recording) VCR. Search for the point to start recording and press III PAUSE.
3 Press ●REC on this VCR to set it to recording pause.
4 To start editing, press the II PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time.

To stop editing

Press the ■STOP buttons on both VCRs.

Tip

- To cut out unwanted scenes while editing, press ■■ PAUSE on this VCR when an unwanted scene begins. When it ends, press ■■ 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 ● REC again during recording pause in step 3 so that the VCR analyzes the tape. Then, press ■ PAUSE after the APC indicator stops flashing to start recording. If you press ■ PAUSE before the APC indicator stops flashing, the APC function is canceled.

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.

1 Set the RF UNIT switch on the rear of the VCR to CH3 or CH4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel.
2 Press I/☐ POWER to turn on the VCR.
3 Press TV/VIDEO to turn on the VIDEO indicator in the VCR's display window.
4 Press CHANNEL +/- to display a channel number in the display window.

Select an active channel number in your area.

5 Turn on your TV and set it to the channel you selected in step 1 (channel 3 or 4).

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.

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.

1 Loosen the screws on the antenna connector.
2 Wind the twin leads around the screws on the antenna connector.
3 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.

1 Loosen the screws on the mixer.
2 Wind the twin leads around the screws on the mixer.
3 Retighten the screws.
4 Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable to the mixer.

Troubleshooting

If you have any questions or problems not covered below, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

	Symptom Remedy
Power	The I/ switch does not function.	Connect the AC power cord securely.Make sure the VCR is not locked. To unlock, hold down I/ 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.
Clock	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.
Playback	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, T-25CLDR, or T-25CLW 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 other than Sony’s, 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.
Recording	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 ●REC.	Check that the safety tab has not been removed.
	Nothing happens when you press ●REC.	Make sure the tape is not at its end.
Timer recording	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.• Turn the power off and unplug the AC power cord.
Others	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.
	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 contamination

terminal

Specifications

System

Format

VHS NTSC standard

Video recording system

Rotary head helical scanning FM system

Video heads

Double azimuth four heads

Video signal

NTSC color, EIA standards

Tape speed

SP: 33.35 mm/s (1 38 inches/s)

EP: 11.11 mm/s ( 716 inches/s)

LP: 16.67 mm/s ( ^11/_16 inches/s), playback only

Maximum recording/playback time

8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160 tape)

Fast-forward and rewind time

Approx. 3 min. (with T-120 tape)

Tuner section

Channel coverage

VHF 2 to 13

UHF 14 to 69

CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84

Antenna

75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/UHF

Inputs and outputs

LINE-1 IN and -2 IN

VIDEO IN, phono jack (1 each)

Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative

AUDIO IN, phono jacks (2 each)

Input level: 327 mVrms

Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms

LINE OUT

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

Timer section

Clock

Quartz locked

Timer indication

12-hour cycle

Timer setting

8 programs (max.)

Power back-up

Built-in self-charging capacitor

Back-up duration: up to 1 hour at a time

General

Power requirements

120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power consumption

24 W

Operating temperature

5^ to 40^ (41°F to 104°F)

Storage temperature

-20^ to 60^ (-4^ to 140^)

Dimensions

Approx. 355 × 96 × 285 mm (w/h/d)

(Approx. 14 × 3 78 × 11 14 inches) including

projecting parts and controls

Mass

Approx. 3.6 kg (7 lb 15 oz)

Supplied accessories

Remote commander (1)

Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors (1)

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.

Index to parts and controls

Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.

Front panel

1I/ POWER switch (53)
2▲EJECT button (42)
3 Tape compartment
4 Remote sensor (5)
5 ◀◀ REW (rewind) button (42) (58)
6▷PLAY button (42) (58)
7▶▶ F( fast-forward) button (42) (58)
8●REC (record) button (45) (60) (71)

9 ■ STOP button (42) (71)
10 PAUSE button (42) (71)
11 DIAL TIMER control (47) (SLV-N60/AX20 only)
12 CHANNEL/TRACKING +/- buttons (45) (67)
13 EASY SET UP button (11) (14) (17) (20)
14 LINE-2 IN VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks (70)

Display window

1 Timer indicator (49) (53) (56)
2 SAP (Second Audio Program) indicator (63)
3 STEREO indicator (63)
4 Tape speed indicator (45)
5VIDEO indicator (46) (72)
6 APC (Adaptive Picture Control) indicator (67)

7Tracking indicator (67)
8 Child Lock indicator (50) (54)
9 Time counter/clock/line/channel indicator (43) (45) (71)
10 Remaining tape length indicator (45)
11 Tape/recording indicator (45)

Rear panel

① AC power cord (7)
2LINE-1 IN AUDIO R/L/VIDEO jacks (70)
3RF (Radio Frequency) UNIT switch (72)

4 VHF/UHF IN connector (10) (13) (16) (19)
5 VHF/UHF OUT connector (10) (13) (16) (19)
6 LINE OUT AUDIO R/L/VIDEO jacks (8)

Remote commander

1 TV / VIDEO switch (5)

2▲EJECT button (42)

③ TV/VIDEO button (6) (46)

4DISPLAY button (45) (65)

5 CLEAR button (43) (53) (62)

6 INPUT SELECT button (46) (71)

7●REC (record) button (45) (60)

8 SP (Standard Play)/EP (Extended Play) button (45)

9MENU button (22) (55) (61)

10 II PAUSE/↑ button (22) (42)

■STOP/↓ button (22) (42)

◀◀◀ REW (rewind)/ ← button (42) (58)

▶▶ FF (fast-forward)/ → button (42) (58)

▷PLAY/OK button (22) (42)

11I/ (power) switch (6) (53)
12 COUNTER/REMAIN button (45)
13 AUDIO MONITOR button (63)
14 VCR Plus+ button (52) (SLV-N60/AX20 only)
15 Number buttons (53)
16 ENTER button (53)
17 CH (channel) +/- buttons (6) (45)
18 VOL (volume) +/- buttons (6)
19▶SLOW button (58)
20×2 button (58)
21 COMMERCIAL PASS button (42)

Index

A

Adjusting

picture 35, 67

tracking 67

Advanced option 68

AFT (Auto Fine Tuning) 35

Antenna hookup 10

APC (Adaptive Picture Control) 67

Audio track 64

Audio/video (A/V) hookup 8

Auto Clock Set 23

Auto Tape Speed 68

C

Cable hookup 7

Channel line-up chart 37

Child Lock 50

Cleaning the video heads 74

Clock setting 23

Connecting

Cable TV 13

external antenna connector 73

UHF/VHF band mixer 73

Counter 43

D

Demonstration Mode 51

Dial Timer 47

Disabling channels 33

Dubbing. see Editing

E

Easy Set Up 11, 14, 17, 20

Editing 70

EP mode 45

H

Hi-fi audio track 64

L

Language selecting 22

Locking the VCR 50

LP mode 46

M

Monaural 63

Monitoring audio during

playback 63

N

Normal audio track 64

P

Picture adjustment. see

Adjusting

Playback 41

at various speeds58

frame by frame 58

selecting the sound 63

skip 42

slow motion 58

Presetting channels 30

R

Recording 44

bilingual programs 63

SAP broadcasts 63

saving46

stereo broadcasts 63

timer setting55

using Dial Timer47

using the VCR Plus+

system 52

while watching another

program 46

RF channel 72

S

Safety tab 46

SAP (Second Audio Program)

63

Searching

at various speeds58

for a selected point 65

SP mode 45

Stereo 63

T

Timer setting 55

canceling 61

changing 61

checking 61

daily/weekly recording56

using the VCR Plus+ system 52

Tracking adjustment. see

Adjusting

Tuner presetting 30

V

VCR Plus+

channel set up 37

recording 52

Quick reference to using the VCR

Hookup 1

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 ▷ 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.

To record a program (For SLV-N60/AX20)

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 I/ ^① to turn off the VCR.

(For SLV-N50/AX10)

1 Press MENU and select TIMER SET/CHECK.
2 Set the date, time, channel, and tape speed.
3 Press OK.
4 Insert a tape.
5 Press I/ ^① to turn off the VCR.

To watch TV

1 Turn off the VCR, or press the VCR's TV/VIDEO button until the VIDEO indicator in the display window turns off.
2 Set the TV to the channel you want to watch.

Hookup 2

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 ▷PLAY.

To record a program (For SLV-N60/AX20)

1 Turn on the cable box.
2 Set the cable box to the channel you want to record.

3 Press VCR Plus+ on the remote commander.

4 Enter the PlusCode number.

5 Select ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY, then press ENTER.

6 Insert a tape.

7 Press I/⏻ to turn off the VCR.

8 Leave the cable box on.

(For SLV-N50/AX10)

1 Turn on the cable box.
2 Set the cable box to the channel you want to record.
3 Press MENU and select TIMER SET/CHECK.
4 Set the date, time, channel, and tape speed.
5 Press OK.
6 Insert a tape.
7 Press I/ ^① to turn off the VCR. 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.
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.

Hookup 3

To play a tape

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).
2 Insert a tape and press ▷PLAY.

To record a program (For SLV-N60/AX20)

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 I/ ^① to turn off the VCR.

(For SLV-N50/AX10)

1 Press MENU and select TIMER SET/CHECK.
2 Set the date, time, channel, and tape speed.
3 Press OK.
4 Insert a tape.
5 Press I/ ^1 to turn off the VCR.

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.
2 Select the channel with your cable box (if you have one) or with your TV.

Sony online

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