Sony Group SLVM91HF User Manual SLV M91HF

Sony Corporation SLV M91HF

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3-866-140-11(1)Video CassetteRecorder©1999 by Sony CorporationSLV-M91HFHookup/Setup
2PrecautionsSafety• Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug theunit and have it checked by qualifiedpersonnel before operating it any further.• This unit is not disconnected from the ACpower source (mains) as long as it isconnected to the wall outlet, even if the unititself has been turned off.• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if youdo not intend to use it for an extendedperiod of time. To disconnect the cord, pullit out by the plug, never by the cord.• One blade of the plug is wider than theother for the purpose of safety and will fitinto the power outlet only one way. If youare unable to insert the plug fully into theoutlet, contact your Sony dealer.Installing• Allow adequate air circulation to preventinternal heat buildup.• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs,blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,draperies) that may block the ventilationslots.• Do not install the unit near heat sourcessuch as radiators or air ducts, or in a placesubject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,mechanical vibration or shock.• Do not install the unit in an inclinedposition. It is designed to be operated in ahorizontal position only.• Keep the unit and cassettes away fromequipment with strong magnets, such asmicrowave ovens or large loudspeakers.• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.• If the unit is brought directly from a cold toa warm location, moisture may condenseinside the VCR and cause damage to thevideo head and tape. When you first installthe unit, or when you move it from a cold toa warm location, wait for about three hoursbefore operating the unit.
3* VCR Plus+, C3, ALLSET and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. TheVCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.Table of contents4Step 1: Unpacking 5Step 2: Setting up the remote commander8Step 3: Hookups9Audio/video (A/V) hookup11 Hookup 1: Using cable box control15 Hookup 2: No cable box, or incompatible cable box with onlya few scrambled channels19 Hookup 3: Antenna hookup23 Hookup 4: Incompatible cable box with many scrambledchannels27 Hookup 5: DIRECTV digital satellite receiver30 Hookup 6: Incompatible cable box with only a few scrambledchannels, using an A/B switch35 Selecting a language36 Setting the clock42 Setting up the cable box control47 Presetting channels53 Setting up the VCR Plus+* GOLD system58 General setup information60 Index to parts and controlsback coverIndex
4• Remote commander• Size AA (R6) batteries• Audio/video cable (3-phono, 1-minito 3-phono, 1-mini)• Monaural cable (1-mini to 1-mini)Step 1UnpackingCheck that you have received the following items with the VCR:• Cable Mouse (cable box controller)• 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-typeconnectors• SmartFile labels
5Step 2Setting up the remote commanderInserting the batteriesInsert two size AA (R6) batteries bymatching the + and – on the batteriesto the diagram inside the batterycompartment.Insert the negative (–) end first, thenpush in and down until the positive (+)end clicks into position.Using the remote commanderYou can use this remotecommander to operate this VCRand a Sony TV or AV receiver.Buttons on the remotecommander marked with a dot(•) can be used to operate yourSony TV.The RECEIVER VOL +/– andMUTING buttons can be used tooperate your Sony AV receiver.Remote sensorTo operatethe VCRa Sony TVTV / VIDEOcontinuedMUTINGRECEIVERVOL +/–Set TV / VIDEO to VIDEO and point at the remote sensor on the VCR TV and point at the remote sensor on the TV
6Notes• 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, removethe 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.• Some Sony AV receivers may not be operated with the remote commander.Setting the COMMAND MODE switchTo remotely control the VCR withthe remote commander, setCOMMAND MODE on theremote commander to the sameposition as that on the VCR.Usually set to VTR 3. Change theposition as shown below tocontrol other Sony VCRs:VTR 1: For Sony Betamax format VCRsVTR 2: For Sony 8mm format VCRsVTR 3: For Sony VHS format VCRsTo change the command modeposition of the VCR, press andhold COMMAND MODE on theVCR for two seconds and repeatuntil the desired position appearsin the display window.COMMANDMODEStep 2: Setting up the remote commander (continued)COMMAND MODESTEREO SAPLP SP EPVIDEO APC EDITVTR123AV INSERTBLANK123456
7Notes• If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one programmed to workwith the VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander.• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.• When you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number maychange. Set the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries.Controlling other TVs with the remote commanderThe remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TVis listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code number.1Set TV / VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to ␣TV␣.2Hold down `/1, and enter your TV’s code number(s) using the numberbuttons. Then release `/1.Now you can use the `/1, VOL +/–, CH +/–, and TV/VIDEO buttons tocontrol your TV. You can also use the buttons marked with a dot (•) to controla Sony TV. To control the VCR, reset TV / VIDEO to VIDEO .Code numbers of controllable TVsIf more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time untilyou find the one that works with your TV.Manufacturer CodenumberSony 01Akai 04AOC 04Centurion 12Coronado 03Curis-Mathes 12Daytron 12Emerson 03, 04, 14Fisher 11General Electric 06, 10Gold Star 03, 04, 17Hitachi 02, 03J.C.Penny 04, 12Manufacturer CodenumberJVC 09KMC 03Magnavox 03, 08, 12Marantz 04, 13MGA/Mitsubishi04, 12, 13, 17NEC 04, 12Panasonic 06, 19Philco 03, 04Philips 08Pioneer 16Portland 03Quasar 06, 18Radio Shack 05, 14Manufacturer CodenumberRCA 04, 10Sampo 12Sanyo 11Scott 12Sears 07, 10, 11Sharp 03, 05, 18Sylvania 08, 12Teknika 03, 08, 14Toshiba 07Wards 03, 04, 12Yorx 12Zenith 15
8HookupsSelecting the best hookup optionThere are many ways in which your VCR can be hooked up. To hook upyour VCR so that it works best for you, first scan through the table below.Then use the accompanying diagrams and procedures on the followingpages to set up your VCR.If you have Use Refer toTV that has audio/video inputs Audio/video (A/V) hookup, then Pages 9 and 10follow one of the hookups below.Cable box that is compatible with the Hookup 1 Pages 11 to 14VCR’s cable box control featureNo cable box or incompatible cable box Hookup 2 Pages 15 to 18with only a few scrambled channelsAntenna only, no cable TV Hookup 3 Pages 19 to 22Incompatible cable box with many Hookup 4 Pages 23 to 26scrambled channelsDIRECTV* digital satellite receiver Hookup 5 Pages 27 to 29Incompatible cable box with only a few Hookup 6 Pages 30 to 34scrambled channels, using an A/BswitchAfter you’ve completed the connections, follow the instructions for setup.During setup, if you need more details on the procedure described, pagenumbers are provided where you can find complete, step-by-stepinstructions.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 of thesupplied operating instructions.Before you get started• Turn off the power to all equipment.• Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections arecompleted.• Be sure you make connections firmly. Loose connections may causepicture distortion.• If your TV doesn’t match any of the examples provided, see your nearestSony dealer or qualified technician.* DIRECTV is a trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corporation.Step 3
9Audio/video (A/V) hookupIf your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get a better pictureand sound if you hook up your VCR using these connections. In addition,for a true “home theater” experience, you should connect the audio outputsof your VCR or TV to your stereo system. If your TV doesn’t have A/Vinputs, see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.If your TV has the S-Link* (A/V bus control) function, hook up your VCRusing the connection shown on page 10. Your TV will automatically switchto the A/V inputs for your VCR when you play back or operate menu on theVCR.If you’re not planning to use your VCR to record programs, you’re finishedsetting up the VCR after you’ve made the connections shown on pages 9 and10. If you want to record off-air or off your cable TV system, complete theseconnections first, and then go to the following pages for antenna or cablehookups.* S-Link is a trademark of Sony Corporation.A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacksPages 9 and 10Audio/video cable (supplied)TVVCR Stereo receiver* Do not connect the miniplugs for this hookup.TVVCR Stereo receiverB Use this hookup if your TV doesn’t have stereo jackscontinuedAudio cable (not supplied)Video cable (not supplied)Audio cable (not supplied)LINE-1 INLINE OUTAUDIO VIDEOINVIDEOAUDIOAUDIO OUTAUX IN**VIDEOAUDIOINAUX INLINE-1 INLINE OUTAUDIO VIDEO
10Note• To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.C Use this hookup if your TV has the S-Link functionA/V hookup: VCR setupVCRAfter you’ve connected your TV and completed antenna or cable hookup,use the following procedure to set up the VCR.CautionConnections between the VCR’s VHF/UHF connector and the antenna terminals ofthe TV receiver should be made only as shown in the following instructions. Failureto do so may result in operation that violates the regulations of the FederalCommunications Commission regarding the use and operation of RF devices. Neverconnect the output of the VCR to an antenna or make simultaneous (parallel) antennaand 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 thebuilding, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.Press MENU and selectADVANCED OPTIONS. Set AUTO ANT SEL to OFF andpush the cursor stick (OK).For details, see page 32 of thesupplied operating instructions.Stereo receiverAudio/video cable (supplied)TVStep 3: Hookups (continued)Audio cable (not supplied)MENUADVANCED OPTIONSCLOCK SETTUNER PRESETTIMER SET / CHECKLANGUAGECABLE BOX CONTROLSMARTFILE EDITSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSADVANCED OPTIONSSHARPNESSTUNER AUDIOAUDIO MIXAUTO STEREO ON OFFON OFFON OFFMAIN SAPpage1AUTO ANT SELiUse t o se l ec t antem, then pushLH––,S-LINKAUDIO VIDEOINVIDEOAUDIOAUDIO OUTAUX INS-LINKLINE-1 INLINE OUT
11Hookup 1Using cable box controlRecommended useYou should use this hookup if you have a cable box, especially if your cablesystem scrambles all or most channels. This hookup allows the VCR’s cablebox control feature to control the channel on the cable box, simplifying therecording process. A list of compatible cable boxes is on pages 43 to 45.What you can do with this hookup• Record any channel using the VCR’s cable box control feature to selectchannels on the cable boxWhat you can’t do• Record with the cable box turned off• Record one channel while watching another channelRear of TVCable MouseVHF/UHFVHFUHFPositioning the Cable MousePlace the Cable Mouse so that ithangs out over the cable box front.WallAMatch the type ofconnector on yourTV: A, B, or C.B For connector typesB and C, no UHFconnection isrequired.CUHFVHFSide viewororCable boxVCRcontinuedPages 11 to 14( )CABLE BOXCONTROLINOUTVHF/UHFINOUTCONTROL SOUT PLUG IN POWER
12Step 3: Hookups (continued)SET UP LANGUAGEUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h EASY SET UP to quitENGLISHESPAÑOLFRANÇAIS Hookup 1: VCR setup1Set the RF UNIT switch toCH3 or CH4, whicheverchannel is not used in yourarea. If both are used, setthe switch to either channel.For details, see page 58.If you made A/Vconnections (from page 9),you can skip this step.2Turn on your cable box.3Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change theon-screen display language to Spanish(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired,and push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 35.2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTOand push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 37.3The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears.Move the cursor stick M/m/</, to enter theZIP/POSTAL CODE in your area and push thecursor stick (OK). (You can also use the numberbuttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select ON. Fordetails, see page 43.CH3RF UNITCH4SET UPUse t o s e l ec tThen pushPus h EASY SET UP to quitAUTOCLOCK SETMANUALOKkSET UPZIP / POSTAL CODE1u23––si orand eysthenZIPyournterE ng 0–9pu hs OK,,SMART CH MAPPING/POSTALCODESET UPRefMaCABLE BOX CONTROLCABLE BOXBOX OUTPUT CHBOX CODE NO.CABLE MOUSE ON OFF–CH3––En t e r y ou r CABLE BOXus i ng keyser to the Operat ingnua l f o r the Code0–9Code No.EASYSET UP
13Normal displayHookup 1: The VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel setup1Press MENU, then select SET VCR Plus+CHANNELS and push the cursor stick (OK).2Select AUTO and push the cursor stick (OK).3Press `/1 to turn off the VCR.The VCR receives the program information signal from 0:00 am to 5:00 amwhile the VCR is turned off, and set up the channel for the VCR Plus+GOLD system recording. After channel setup is finished, you can record TVprograms using the VCR Plus+ GOLD system. For details, see page 54.continued5Enter your cable box code number and move thecursor stick m. For details, see page 43.SET UPRefMaCABLE BOX CONTROLCABLE BOXBOX OUTPUT CHBOX CODE NO.CABLE MOUSE ON OFF0CH318En t e r y ou r CABLE BOXus i ng keyser to the Operat ingnua l f o r the Code0–9Cod e No.SET UP CABLE BOXBOX OUTPUT CHBOX CODE NO.CABLE MOUSE ON OFF0CH318CABLE BOX CONTROLBOX CH. Then push OKCABLEUse t o s e l ec tSET UP i s doneSET UPMENUADVANCED OPTIONSSMARTFILE EDITCLOCK SETTUNER PRESETTIMER SET / CHECKLANGUAGECABLE BOX CONTROLSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSSMART CHANNEL MAPPINGUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h MENU to quitAUTO MANUAL6Select your cable box output channel and pushthe cursor stick (OK).
14Step 3: Hookups (continued)Notes• To use the Smart Channel Mapping feature, leave the cable box on.• It takes about 1 hour to complete channel setup.• The VCR can receive the program information signal only while the VCR is turnedoff and no timer recordings are set.• If the channels in your area don’t carry the program information signals, set theprogram guide channels manually. For details, see page 56.• If the Choose your Cable CH MAP menu appears the first time you turn on theVCR after finishing channel setup, select the MAP number. For details, see page 55.Automatic clock settingOnce you’ve set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time youturn off the VCR. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks thetime and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time. The VCR sets theclock by picking up a time signal provided by some TV channels.If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in yourarea do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, seepage␣40.Note• To use the Auto Clock Set feature, leave the cable box on.
15Hookup 2No cable box, or incompatible cable box with only afew scrambled channelsRecommended useUse this hookup if you do not have a cable box. Also use this hookup if yourcable company cannot supply a cable box that is compatible with the VCR’scable box control feature, and your cable system scrambles only a fewchannels.What you can do with this hookup• Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel on the VCRWhat you can’t do• Record scrambled channels that require a cable boxConnect this cabledirectly to your TVif you don't have acable box.VCRVHF/UHFAMatch the typeof connector onyour TV: A, B,or C.For connectortypes B and C, noUHF connectionis required.VHFUHFVHFUHFCable boxWallororCBRear of TVINOUTVHF/UHFINOUTPages 15 to 18continued
16Step 3: Hookups (continued)Hookup 2: VCR setup1Set the RF UNIT switch toCH3 or CH4, whicheverchannel is not used in yourarea. If both are used, setthe switch to either channel.For details, see page 58.If you made A/Vconnections (from page 9),you can skip this step.2Press EASY SET UP on theVCR.1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change theon-screen display language to Spanish(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired,and push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 35.2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTOand push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 37.3The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears.Move the cursor stick M/m/</, to enter theZIP/POSTAL CODE in your area and push thecursor stick (OK). (You can also use the numberbuttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select OFF andpush the cursor stick (OK).CH3RF UNITCH4SET UP LANGUAGEUse t o se l ec tThen push OKPus h EASY SET UP to quitENGLISHESPAÑOLFRANÇAISSET UPUse t o s e l ec tThen pushPus h EASY SET UP to quitAUTOCLOCK SETMANUALOKkSET UPZIP / POSTAL CODE1u23––si orand eysthenZIPyournterE ng 0–9pu hs OK,,SMART CH MAPPING/POSTALCODESET UPUse t o s e l ec tPus h EASY SET UP to quitCABLE BOX CONTROLCABLE BOXCABLE MOUSE ON OFFEASYSET UP
17Normal displayHookup 2: The VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel setup1Press MENU, then select SET VCR Plus+CHANNELS and push the cursor stick (OK).2Select AUTO and push the cursor stick (OK).3Press `/1 to turn off the VCR.The VCR receives the program information signal from 0:00 am to 5:00 amwhile the VCR is turned off, and set up the channel for the VCR Plus+GOLD system recording. After channel setup is finished, you can record TVprograms using the VCR Plus+ GOLD system. For details, see page 54.SET UPAUTO PRESET TUNER PRESETPleaPROCESS I NGse wai tSET UP i s doneSET UPMENUADVANCED OPTIONSSMARTFILE EDITCLOCK SETTUNER PRESETTIMER SET / CHECKLANGUAGECABLE BOX CONTROLSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSSMART CHANNEL MAPPINGUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h MENU to quitAUTO MANUALSET UPANTENNA / CABLETUNER PRESETUse t o s e l ec tThen pushPus h EASY SET UP to quitANT CABLEOKcontinued5The TUNER PRESET menu appears. SetANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and push thecursor stick (OK). For details, see page 48.6The AUTO PRESET starts.
18Step 3: Hookups (continued)Notes• It takes about 1 hour to complete channel setup.• The VCR can receive the program information signal only while the VCR is turnedoff and no timer recordings are set.• If the channels in your area don’t carry the program information signals, set theprogram guide channels manually. For details, see page 56.• If the Choose your Cable CH MAP menu appears the first time you turn on theVCR after finishing channel setup, select the MAP number. For details, see page 55.Automatic clock settingOnce you’ve set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time youturn off the VCR. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks thetime and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time. The VCR sets theclock by picking up a time signal provided by some TV channels.If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in yourarea do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, seepage␣40.
19Hookup 3Antenna hookupMake the following connections if you’re using an antenna (if you don’thave cable TV).AUse 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 antennasVCR oror UHFBUse this hookup if you’re using a VHF-only antenna (you getchannels 2–13 only)VCR ororIf you cannot connect your antenna cable to the VCR directlyIf your antenna cable is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an externalantenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the VHF/UHF INconnector. If you have separate cables for VHF and UHF antennas, you should use aU/V band mixer (not supplied). For details, see page 59.Match the type ofconnector on yourTV: A, B, or C.Rear of TVVHF/UHFRear of TVVHF/UHFVHFUHFVHFUHFMatch the type ofconnector on yourTV: A, B, or C.BFor connector typesB and C, no UHFconnection isrequired.VHFVHFUHFACABCINOUTVHF/UHFINOUTVHF/UHFPages 19 to 22continued
20Step 3: Hookups (continued)Hookup 3: VCR setup1Set the RF UNIT switch toCH3 or CH4, whicheverchannel is not used in yourarea. If both are used, set theswitch to either channel.For details, see page 58.If you made A/Vconnections (from page 9),you can skip this step.2Press EASY SET UP on theVCR.1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change theon-screen display language to Spanish(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired,and push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 35.2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTOand push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 37.3The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears.Move the cursor stick M/m/</, to enter theZIP/POSTAL CODE in your area and push thecursor stick (OK). (You can also use the numberbuttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select OFF andpush the cursor stick (OK).CH3RF UNITCH4SET UP LANGUAGEUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h EASY SET UP to quitENGLISHESPAÑOLFRANÇAISSET UPUse t o s e l ec tThen pushPus h EASY SET UP to quitAUTOCLOCK SETMANUALOKkSET UPZIP / POSTAL CODE1u23––si orand eysthenZIPyournterE ng 0–9pu hs OK,,SMART CH MAPPING/POSTALCODESET UPUse t o s e l ec tPus h EASY SET UP to quitCABLE BOX CONTROLCABLE BOXCABLE MOUSE ON OFFEASYSET UP
21Normal displayHookup 3: The VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel setup1Press MENU, then select SET VCR Plus+CHANNELS and push the cursor stick (OK).2Select AUTO and push the cursor stick (OK).3Press `/1 to turn off the VCR.The VCR receives the program information signal from 0:00 am to 5:00 amwhile the VCR is turned off, and set up the channel for the VCR Plus+GOLD system recording. After channel setup is finished, you can record TVprograms using the VCR Plus+ GOLD system. For details, see page 54.SET UPAUTO PRESET TUNER PRESETPleaPROCESS I NGse wai tSET UP i s doneSET UPMENUADVANCED OPTIONSSMARTFILE EDITCLOCK SETTUNER PRESETTIMER SET / CHECKLANGUAGECABLE BOX CONTROLSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSSMART CHANNEL MAPPINGUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h MENU to quitAUTO MANUALSET UPANTENNA / CABLETUNER PRESETUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h EASY SET UP to quitANT CABLEcontinued5The TUNER PRESET menu appears. SetANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and push thecursor stick (OK). For details, see page 48.6The AUTO PRESET starts.
22Notes• It takes about 1 hour to complete channel setup.• The VCR can receive the program information signal only while the VCR is turnedoff and no timer recordings are set.• If the channels in your area don’t carry the program information signals, set theprogram guide channels manually. For details, see page 56.• If the Choose your Cable CH MAP menu appears the first time you turn on theVCR after finishing channel setup, select the MAP number. For details, see page 55.Automatic clock settingOnce you’ve set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time youturn off the VCR. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks thetime and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time. The VCR sets theclock by picking up a time signal provided by some TV channels.If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in yourarea do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, seepage␣40.Step 3: Hookups (continued)
23Hookup 4 Pages 19 to 21Hookup 4 Pages 19 to 21Hookup 4Incompatible cable box with many scrambledchannelsRecommended useUse this hookup if your cable company cannot supply a cable box that iscompatible with the VCR’s cable box control feature, and your cable systemscrambles all or most channels.What you can do with this hookup• Record any channel by selecting the channel on the cable boxWhat you can’t do• Record with the cable box turned off• Record one channel while watching another channelCable boxWall VHF/UHFRear of TVAVHFororBFor connectortypes B and C, noUHF connectionis required.UHFVHFUHFCVCRMatch the type ofconnector on yourTV: A, B, or C.INOUTVHF/UHFINOUTPages 23 to 26continued
24Step 3: Hookups (continued)Hookup 4: VCR setup1Set the RF UNIT switch toCH3 or CH4, whicheverchannel is not used in yourarea. If both are used, set theswitch to either channel.For details, see page 58.If you made A/Vconnections (from page 9),you can skip this step.2Turn on your cable box.3Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change theon-screen display language to Spanish(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired,and push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 35.2The CLOCK SET menu appears. SelectMANUAL and push the cursor stick (OK). Thenset the clock manually and push the cursor stick(OK). For details, see page␣41.3The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears.Move the cursor stick M/m/</, to enter theZIP/POSTAL CODE in your area and push thecursor stick (OK). (You can also use the numberbuttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select OFF andpush the cursor stick (OK).CH3RF UNITCH4SET UP LANGUAGEUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h EASY SET UP to quitENGLISHESPAÑOLFRANÇAISSET UPUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h EASY SET UP to quitAUTOCLOCK SETMANUALkSET UPZIP / POSTAL CODE1u23––si orand eysthenZIPyournterE ng 0–9pu hs OK,,SMART CH MAPPING/POSTALCODESET UPUse t o s e l ec tPus h EASY SET UP to quitCABLE BOX CONTROLCABLE BOXCABLE MOUSE ON OFFEASYSET UP
25Normal displayHookup 4: The VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel setup1Find the VCR Plus+ GOLD system Channel Line-up Chart in yourprogram guide. For details, see page 53.2Enter all the channels you want to record and the cable box outputchannel (usually 2, 3, or 4). For details, see page 56.1Press MENU, then select SET VCR Plus+CHANNELS and push the cursor stick (OK).2Select MANUAL and push the cursor stick (OK).3Enter the program guide channel, then the cablebox output channel.4Push the cursor stick (OK).5Press MENU to exit the menu.Program guide channelCable box output channel5The TUNER PRESET menu appears. SetANTENNA/CABLE to ANT and push thecursor stick (OK). For details, see page 48.6The AUTO PRESET starts.SET UPAUTO PRESET TUNER PRESETPleaPROCESS I NGse wai tSET UP i s doneSET UPMENUADVANCED OPTIONSSMARTFILE EDITCLOCK SETTUNER PRESETTIMER SET / CHECKLANGUAGECABLE BOX CONTROLSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSSMART CHANNEL MAPPINGUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h MENU to quitAUTO MANUALSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSGUIDE CH TV CH33 – 3VCR Plus+ CHANNEL LISTOr to, push seePus h 0–9 keys to se tp r og r a m GUIDE CHOKcontinuedSET UPANTENNA / CABLETUNER PRESETUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h EASY SET UP to quitANT CABLE
26Step 3: Hookups (continued)Automatic clock settingTo use the Auto Clock Set feature with this hookup, you need to manuallyselect a channel that carries a time signal:1Tune the cable box to a channel that carries a time signal.2Select AUTO in the CLOCK SET menu to turn on the Auto Clock Setfeature.3Turn off the VCR. It automatically sets the clock and adjusts forDaylight Saving Time by picking up the time signal.If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in yourarea do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, seepage␣40.Note• To use the Auto Clock Set feature, leave the cable box on.
27Hookup 5DIRECTV digital satellite receiverRecommended useUse this hookup if you have a DIRECTV digital satellite receiver. It allowsthe VCR’s cable box control feature to control the channel on the DIRECTVdigital satellite receiver, simplifying the recording process. A list ofcompatible DIRECTV digital satellite receivers is on page 45.The DIRECTV System is a satellite broadcast that provides superior digital-quality video and crisp digital-quality audio. A variety of program packagesare available through your program providers. It also has program guidesthat are sorted by program categories.What you can do with this hookup•Record any channels using the VCR’s cable box control feature to selectchannels on the DIRECTV digital satellite receiverWhat you can’t do•Record with the DIRECTV 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 controlfeature.)•Use a cable box•Record programs with the VCR Plus+ GOLD system A Match the typeof connectoron your TV:A, B or C.BFor connectortypes B and C,no UHFconnection isrequired.CororRear of TVVHF/UHFVHFVHFUHFVCRWallorDIRECTV digitalsatellite receiverPositioning the Cable MousePlace the Cable Mouse so thatit hangs out over the DIRECTVdigital satellite receiver front.Side viewCableMouseUHFAUDIO VIDEOINOUTVHF/UHFAUDIO VIDEOLINEOUT OUTVHF/UHFINLINE-1 INLINE OUT( )CABLE BOXCONTROLCONTROL SOUT PLUG IN POWERPages 27 to 29continued
28Step 3: Hookups (continued)Hookup 5: VCR setup1Set the RF UNIT switch toCH3 or CH4, whicheverchannel is not used in yourarea. If both are used, set theswitch to either channel.For details, see page 58.If you made A/Vconnections (from page 9),you can skip this step.2Turn on your DIRECTVdigital satellite receiver.3Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change theon-screen display language to Spanish(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired,and push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 35.2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTOand push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 37.3The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears.Move the cursor stick M/m/</, to enter theZIP/POSTAL CODE in your area and push thecursor stick (OK). (You can also use the numberbuttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select ON. Fordetails, see page 43.CH3RF UNITCH4SET UP LANGUAGEUse t o se l ec tThen push OKPus h EASY SET UP to quitENGLISHESPAÑOLFRANÇAISSET UPUse t o s e l ec tThen pushPus h EASY SET UP to quitAUTOCLOCK SETMANUALOKkSET UPZIP / POSTAL CODE1u23––si orand eysthenZIPyournterE ng 0–9pu hs OK,,SMART CH MAPPING/POSTALCODESET UPRefMaCABLE BOX CONTROLCABLE BOXBOX OUTPUT CHBOX CODE NO.CABLE MOUSE ON OFF–CH3––En t e r y ou r CABLE BOXus i ng keyser to the Operat ingnua l f o r the Code0–9Code No.EASYSET UP
29Normal display5Enter your DIRECTV digital satellite receivercode number and move the cursor stick m. Fordetails, see page 43.6Set your DIRECTV digital satellite receiveroutput channel (BOX OUTPUT CH) to LINE andpush the cursor stick (OK).Automatic clock settingOnce you’ve set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time youturn off the VCR. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks thetime and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time. The VCR sets theclock by picking up a time signal provided by some TV channels.If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in yourarea do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, seepage␣40.Note• To successfully record a program from the DIRECTV digital satellite receiver,proceed as follows:– Leave the DIRECTV digital satellite receiver on all the time.– Turn off the display (menu screen, channel number, etc.) of the DIRECTV digitalsatellite receiver.– To record or receive locked channels, unlock the channel before the VCR startsrecording.– To set pay-per-view programs in the timer setting, order the pay-per-viewprogram before the VCR starts recording.– Some programs are copy protected. You cannot record these programs.SET UP CABLE BOXBOX OUTPUT CHBOX CODE NO.CABLE MOUSE ON OFF6LINE50CABLE BOX CONTROLCABLEUse t o s e l ec tBOX CH. Then push OKSET UP i s doneSET UPSET UPRefMaCABLE BOX CONTROLCABLE BOXBOX OUTPUT CHBOX CODE NO.CABLE MOUSE ON OFF6CH350En t e r y ou r CABLE BOXus i ng keyser to the Operat ingnua l f o r the Code0–9Cod e No.continued
30Step 3: Hookups (continued)Hookup 6Incompatible cable box with only a few scrambledchannels, using an A/B switchRecommended useBy using an A/B switch (not supplied), this hookup allows you to recordboth scrambled and unscrambled channels conveniently.What you can do with this hookup• Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel directly on theVCR (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/Bswitch is set to B)ororSplitterWallA/B switchABVCRVHF/UHFVHFUHFVHF CABUHFMatch the typeof connector onyour TV: A, B,or C.For connectortypes B and C,no UHFconnection isrequired.Cable box Rear of TVINOUTVHF/UHFINOUTPages 30 to 34
31Hookup 6: VCR setup1Set the RF UNIT switch toCH3 or CH4, whicheverchannel is not used in yourarea. If both are used, set theswitch to either channel.For details, see page 58.If you made A/Vconnections (from page 9),you can skip this step.2Set the A/B switch to “A”.3Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change theon-screen display language to Spanish(ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANÇAIS) if desired,and push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 35.2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTOand push the cursor stick (OK). For details, seepage 37.3The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears.Move the cursor stick M/m/</, to enter theZIP/POSTAL CODE in your area and push thecursor stick (OK). (You can also use the numberbuttons to enter the ZIP/POSTAL CODE.)4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select OFF andpush the cursor stick (OK).CH3RF UNITCH4SET UP LANGUAGEUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h EASY SET UP to quitENGLISHESPAÑOLFRANÇAISSET UPUse t o s e l ec tThen pushPus h EASY SET UP to quitAUTOCLOCK SETMANUALOKkSET UPZIP / POSTAL CODE1u23––si orand eysthenZIPyournterE ng 0–9pu hs OK,,SMART CH MAPPING/POSTALCODESET UPUse t o s e l ec tPus h EASY SET UP to quitCABLE BOX CONTROLCABLE BOXCABLE MOUSE ON OFFEASYSET UPcontinued
32Step 3: Hookups (continued)Normal display5The TUNER PRESET menu appears. SetANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and push thecursor stick (OK). For details, see page 48.6The AUTO PRESET starts.4Preset the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4). For details, seepage 49.1Press MENU, then select TUNER PRESET andpush the cursor stick (OK).2Enter the cable box output channel.3Set MANUAL SET to ADD and push the cursorstick (OK).Cable box output channelSET UPANTENNA / CABLETUNER PRESETUse t o s e l ec tThen pushPus h EASY SET UP to quitANT CABLEOKSET UPAUTO PRESET TUNER PRESETPleaPROCESS I NGse wai tSET UP i s don eSET UPMENUADVANCED OPTIONSSMARTFILE EDITCLOCK SETTUNER PRESETTIMER SET / CHECKLANGUAGECABLE BOX CONTROLSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSTUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH3ANTENNA / CABLEENTER.Sel CH wi th 0–9ec t Pusht o ADD / ERASE.
33Hookup 6: The VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel setup1Press MENU, then select SET VCR Plus+CHANNELS and push the cursor stick (OK).2Select AUTO and push the cursor stick (OK).3Press `/1 to turn off the VCR.The VCR receives the program information signal from 0:00 am to 5:00 amwhile the VCR is turned off, and set up the channel for the VCR Plus+GOLD system recording. After channel setup is finished, you can record TVprograms using the VCR Plus+ GOLD system. For details, see page 54.Notes• To use the Smart Channel Mapping feature, set the A/B switch to “A”.• It takes about 1 hour to complete channel setup.• The VCR can receive the program information signal only while the VCR is turnedoff and no timer recordings are set.• If the channels in your area don’t carry the program information signals, set theprogram guide channels manually. For details, see page 56.• If the Choose your Cable CH MAP menu appears the first time you turn on theVCR after finishing channel setup, select the MAP number. For details, see page 55.The VCR Plus+ GOLD system channel setup for scrambled channelsTo set the program guide channels for scrambled channels, enter all thescrambled channels you want to record and the cable box output channel(usually 2, 3, or 4) after finishing smart channel mapping. For details, seepage 56.1Find the VCR Plus+ GOLD system ChannelLine-up Chart in your program guide. Fordetails, see page 53.MENUADVANCED OPTIONSSMARTFILE EDITCLOCK SETTUNER PRESETTIMER SET / CHECKLANGUAGECABLE BOX CONTROLSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSSMART CHANNEL MAPPINGUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h MENU to quitAUTO MANUALcontinued
34Cable box output channelProgram guide channel2Press MENU, then select SET VCR Plus+CHANNELS and push the cursor stick (OK).3Select MANUAL and push the cursor stick (OK).4Enter the program guide channel, then the cablebox output channel.5Push the cursor stick (OK).6Press MENU to exit the menu.Automatic clock settingOnce you’ve set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time youturn off the VCR. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks thetime and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time. The VCR sets theclock by picking up a time signal provided by some TV channels.If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in yourarea do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, seepage␣40.Note• To use the Auto Clock Set feature, set the A/B switch to “A”.SMART CHANNEL MAPPINGUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h MENU to quitAUTO MANUALSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSGUIDE CH TV CH25 – 3VCR Plus+ CHANNEL LISTOr to, push seePus h 0–9 keys to se tp r og r a m GUIDE CHOKStep 3: Hookups (continued)MENUADVANCED OPTIONSSMARTFILE EDITCLOCK SETTUNER PRESETTIMER SET / CHECKLANGUAGECABLE BOX CONTROLSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS
351Press MENU, then move the cursor stickM/m to select LANGUAGE and push thecursor stick (OK).When using the EASY SET UP procedure,skip this step.2Move the cursor stick M/m to select ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL, orFRANÇAIS, then push the cursor stick (OK).Selecting alanguageYou can change the on-screen displaylanguage.MENUCursor stickM/mOKLANGUAGEENGLISHESPAÑOLFRANÇAISiUse t o s e l ec t antem, then push OK• MENU• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OK1234567890
361Press MENU, then move the cursor stickM/m to select CLOCK SET and push thecursor stick (OK).When using the EASY SET UP procedure,skip this step.Setting the clockUsing the Auto Clock SetfeatureSome TV and cable channels transmittime signals with their broadcasts. YourVCR can pick up this time signal toautomatically set the clock.The Auto Clock Set feature works only ifa channel in your area is broadcasting atime signal. If broadcasters in your areaare not yet sending time signals, set thetime manually (page 40).Before you start…• Turn on the VCR and the TV.• Set the TV to the VCR channel(channel 3 or 4). If your TV isconnected to the VCR using A/Vconnections, set the TV to video input.• Press TV/VIDEO to display theVIDEO indicator in the VCR’s displaywindow.• Press INPUT SELECT so that achannel number appears in the VCR’sdisplay window.• MENUCLOCK SETUse t o s e l ec tThen pushPus h MENU to quitAUTO MANUALOK• CURSORPUSH OK1234567890MENUCursor stickM/m/</,OK
372Move the cursor stick </, to selectAUTO, then push the cursor stick (OK).3Move the cursor stick </, to select YES, then push the cursorstick (OK).4To activate the Auto Clock Set feature, turn off the VCR.The VCR automatically sets the clock by searching for a channel thatcarries a time signal and sets your time zone and Daylight SavingTime (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 Setfeature (page 38).Notes• The clock cannot be set automatically if you don’t receive a channel that carries atime signal in your area. If so, set the clock manually.• If there are only a few channels in your area that carry time signals, setting the clockautomatically may take up to about 30 minutes. If nothing happens even after youwait about 30 minutes, set the clock manually.• If you use Hookup 1 or 4, make sure you leave the cable box on.AUTO CLOCK SETUse t o s e l ec tPus h MENU to quitFULL AUTO YES NO• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OKcontinued
38Setting the clock (continued)If the clock is not activated1Follow steps 1 and 2 in “Using the Auto Clock Set feature”.The AUTO CLOCK SET menu appears.2Move the cursor stick </, to select NOfor FULL AUTO.NumberbuttonsAUTO CLOCK SETUse t o s e l ec tPus h MENU to quitFULL AUTO YES NOAUTO CLOCK SETPus h MENU to quitFULL AUTO YES NOCLOCK SET CHTIME ZONEDAYLIGHT SAVING–AUTO–AUTOUse t o s e l ec t• CURSORPUSH OKCursor stickM/m/</,OK1234567890
393Move the cursor stick M/m to select theitem you want to set, then move thecursor stick </, to make the setting.• For CLOCK SET CHLeave the setting to “– –” to have theVCR automatically search for a channelthat carries a time signal.Press the number buttons to select a channel that carries a timesignal.Use this option if you know of a channel that carries a time signal.Most PBS member stations broadcast a time signal. For the fastestresponse, select your local PBS station.• For TIME ZONESelect the time zone of your area, or select AUTO to have the VCRautomatically set your time zone.The options are: AUTO t ATLANTIC t EASTERN tCENTRAL t MOUNTAIN t PACIFIC t ALASKA tHAWAII t AUTO• For DAYLIGHT SAVINGSelect ON or OFF (standard time), or AUTO to have the VCRautomatically set the daylight saving time.4Push the cursor stick (OK).5To activate the Auto Clock Set feature, turn off the VCR.Notes• If you use both the cable box control feature and the Auto Clock Set feature, theVCR automatically changes channels on the cable box until a channel that carries atime 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 channelbuttons either on the VCR or on the remote commander.• If you use Hookup 1 or 4, make sure you leave the cable box on.1234567890AUTO CLOCK SETPus h MENU to quitFULL AUTO YES NOCLOCK SET CHTIME ZONEDAYLIGHT SAVING2EASTERN3ON1Use t o s e l ec t• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OKcontinued
40Setting the clock (continued)1Press MENU, then move the cursor stickM/m to select CLOCK SET and push thecursor stick (OK).When using the EASY SET UP procedure,skip this step.Using Manual Clock SetBefore you start…• Turn on the VCR and the TV.• Set the TV to the VCR channel(channel 3 or 4). If your TV isconnected to the VCR using A/Vconnections, set the TV to video input.• Press TV/VIDEO to display theVIDEO indicator in the VCR’s displaywindow. MENU• MENUCLOCK SETUse t o s e l ec tThen pushPus h MENU to quitAUTO MANUALOK• CURSORPUSH OKCursor stickM/m/</,OK1234567890
41CLOCK SET9Use t o s e l ec tThen, pus h tocu rr ent/ 1 / 1999 WED 2:00DAYMONTH1AMsetCLOCK SET9Use t o s e l ec tThen, pus h tocu rr ent/ 8 / 1999 TUE 2:00YEARDAY1AMset2• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OKCLOCK SET1Use t o s e l ec tThen, pus h tocu rr ent/ 1 / 1999 FRI 2 :00DAYMONTH1AMset• CURSORPUSH OK2Move the cursor stick </, to selectMANUAL, then push the cursor stick(OK).3Move the cursor stick M/m to set themonth.4Move the cursor stick , to highlight theday and move the cursor stick M/m to setthe day.The day of the week is set automatically.5Set the year, hour and minutes in the same way as the day.6Push the cursor stick (OK) to start the clock.
42Setting up thecable box control(Skip this section if you areusing Hookup 2, 3, 4, or 6.)Your VCR includes a cable box controlfeature that allows the VCR to controlmost brands of cable boxes/DIRECTVdigital satellite receivers via the CableMouse. With the cable box control, theVCR controls channels on the cable box/DIRECTV digital satellite receiver fortimer recording. You can also use theVCR’s remote commander to changechannels on the cable box/DIRECTVdigital satellite receiver whenever thecable box/DIRECTV digital satellitereceiver is turned on even if the VCR isturned off. To use cable box control, youneed to connect the Cable Mouse (pages11 and 27) and set the code number andoutput channel.This VCR is programmed with codesnecessary to control channel selection onmost brands of cable boxes at the timethis VCR was manufactured. It ispossible that new cable boxes may beintroduced that cannot be controlledwith this VCR’s Cable Mouse. If youhave a cable box that is incompatiblewith this VCR, contact your cableoperator –– they may be able to provideyou with a compatible cable box.1Press MENU, then move the cursor stickM/m to select CABLE BOX CONTROLand push the cursor stick (OK).When using the EASY SET UP procedure,skip this step.MENUNumberbuttons• MENUCABLE BOX CONTROLPus h MENU to quitCABLE MOUSE ON OFFUse t o s e l ec t• CURSORPUSH OKCursor stickM/m/</,OK1234567890
432Move the cursor stick </, to selectON.3Press the number buttons to enter thecable box/DIRECTV digital satellitereceiver code number, then move thecursor stick m.Find your cable box/DIRECTV digitalsatellite receiver code number from thechart below.4If you want to control a cable box, move the cursor stick </, toselect the cable box output channel, then push the cursor stick (OK).If you want to control a DIRECTV digital satellite receiver, selectLINE, then push the cursor stick (OK).Cable box and DIRECTV digital satellite receiver brand and thecorresponding code numbersIf more than one code number is listed, try entering them one by one, untilyou come to the correct code for your equipment.Cable box Code numbersbrandABC 018, 022, 024, 028, 217Antronix 218Archer 033, 050, 164, 218, 808BBT 278Cable Star 067Cabletenna 033Cable time 172, 388, 459Century 164Citizen 164, 326, 327Cable box Code numbersbrandClyde Cablevision 097Colour Voice 036, 042Comband 243, 244Comtronics 051, 071Decsat 434Diamond 046Eagle Comtronics 051Eastern 013, 285Electricord 0891234567890CABLE BOX CONTROLBOX OUTPUT CHBOX CODE NO.CABLE MOUSE ON OFF1CH323Then pushBOX CH.Use t o s e l ec t CABLEOK• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OKcontinuedCABLE BOX CONTROLRefMaBOX OUTPUT CHBOX CODE NO.CABLE MOUSE ON OFF–CH3––En t e r y ou r CABLE BOXus i ng keyser to the Operat ingnua l f o r the Code0–9Code No.• CURSORPUSH OK
44Setting up the cable box control (continued)Cable box Code numbersbrandElectus 055Focus 411Garrard 164GC Electronics 027, 067, 341GE 243, 244GEC 097Gemini 026, 068, 081General Instrument 022, 287, 487Hamlin 020, 031, 045, 270, 284Hitachi 022Jasco 164, 326Jerrold 014, 022, 025, 026, 035,037, 058, 109, 287, 487Linsay 451Macom 044Magnavox 038, 043, 080Memorex 011Movie Time 089, 167, 214Northcoast 325Novaplex 629NSC 074, 081, 167, 214Oak 018, 030, 259Panasonic 032, 118Paragon 011Philips 036, 038, 039, 040, 041,042, 071, 301Pioneer 034, 155, 271, 544, 695Popular Mechanics 411Pulsar 011Radio shack 808RCA 032Realistic 218Recoton 411Regal 031, 270, 284, 290Regency 013Rembrandt 081Cable box Code numbersbrandSamsung 051, 155Scientific Atlanta 017, 019, 028, 288Seam 521Sharp 324Signal 051Signature 022SL Marx 051Spectravision 069Sprucer 032, 318Standard Components 107, 166Starcom 014, 026, 058, 109Stargate 026, 051STS 167Sylvania 012T-Cable Teletext 116Tandy 269Tatung 108Teknica 157TeleCaption 232Teleservice 292Texscan 012, 107TFC 321Timeless 429Tocom 023, 024Toshiba 011Tudi 297TV86 074TV COM 018, 030, 259Uniden 236Unika 033, 164, 218United Artists 018United Cable 014Universal 033, 050, 067, 088, 089,164, 202, 218, 333Videoway 261Vidtech 255
45To ensure correct operation• Place the Cable Mouse so that it hangs out over the cable box/DIRECTVdigital satellite receiver front.• Do not place the cable box/DIRECTV digital satellite receiver on top of theVCR.• Position the cable box/DIRECTV digital satellite receiver away from theVCR.• Point the remote commander at the VCR, not at the cable box/DIRECTVdigital satellite receiver.Side view: Signal flow1234567890continuedCable box Code numbersbrandViewstar 038, 071, 074, 122, 222,269, 300Zenith 011, 065, 536Zentek 411Wave Master 576DIRECTV digital Code numberssatellite receiverbrandHitachi 830RCA 577Sony 650Toshiba 801
46To check the cable box control setting1Press CH +/– on the remote commander. Does the channel indicatoron the cable box/DIRECTV digital satellite receiver change? (Point theremote commander at the VCR, not at the cable box/DIRECTV digitalsatellite receiver.)2Press all 10 number buttons (0 to 9) on the remote commander. Doesthe channel indicator on the cable box/DIRECTV digital satellitereceiver 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/DIRECTV digitalsatellite receiver• Check that the Cable Mouse is connected to the CABLE BOX CONTROLjack on the VCR.• Check the position of the Cable Mouse.• Place the cable box/DIRECTV digital satellite receiver and VCR awayfrom each other. Do not place the cable box/DIRECTV digital satellitereceiver on top of the VCR.• Try the setup again making sure to use the correct control code. If thecable 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 yourcable 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. Ifyou unplug the Cable Mouse and plug it in again, turn on the VCR before you usethe cable box/DIRECTV digital satellite receiver control feature.Setting up the cable box control (continued)
47Presettingchannels(Skip this section if you areusing cable box/DIRECTVdigital satellite receivercontrol.)This VCR is capable of receiving VHFchannels 2 to 13, UHF channels 14 to 69and unscrambled CATV channels 1 to125. First, we recommend that youpreset the receivable channels in yourarea using automatic presetting. Then, ifthere are any unwanted channels,disable them manually. If you havedecided which channels you wish topreset, set them directly using manualpresetting.Before you start…• Turn on the VCR and the TV.• Set the TV to the VCR channel(channel 3 or 4). If your TV isconnected to the VCR using A/Vconnections, set the TV to video input.• Press TV/VIDEO to display theVIDEO indicator in the VCR’s displaywindow.Presetting all receivable channels automatically1Press MENU, then move the cursor stickM/m to select TUNER PRESET and pushthe cursor stick (OK).When using the EASY SET UP procedure,skip this step.MENU• MENUTUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH1ANTENNA / CABLEENTER.Sel CH wi th 0–9ec t t o ADD / ERASEPush.• CURSORPUSH OKCursor stickM/m/</,OK1234567890continued
48Presetting channels (continued)2• To preset cable TV channels:Move the cursor stick </, to setANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE.• To preset VHF and UHF channels:Move the cursor stick </, to setANTENNA/CABLE to ANT.3Move the cursor stick M/m to selectAUTO PRESET, then push the cursor stick(OK).All receivable channels are preset innumerical sequence. When no morereceivable channels can be found,presetting stops and the picture from thelowest numbered channel is displayed onthe TV screen.Tip• When receiving a VHF, UHF, or CATV channel, the display changes as follows eachtime you press DISPLAY.Channel number, program name, and station IDRemaining tape length and time counterNo displaym,mTUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH1ANTENNA / CABLEiUse t o s e l ec t antem, then pushTUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH2ANTENNA / CABLEiUse t o s e l ec t antem, then pushTUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH2ANTENNA / CABLETpusho s t a r t AUTO PRESET,OK• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OK
491Press MENU, then move the cursor stickM/m to select TUNER PRESET and pushthe cursor stick (OK).MENUNumberbuttons,ENTERCH +/–Presetting/disablingchannels manually• MENUTUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH1ANTENNA / CABLEENTER.Sel CH wi th 0–9ec t t o ADD / ERASEPush.• CURSORPUSH OKCursor stickM/m/</,OKcontinued1234567890
50Presetting channels (continued)Channel to be presetChannel to be disabled• CHTUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH5ANTENNA / CABLEENTER.Sel CH wi th 0–9ec t Pusht o ADD / ERASE.TUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH5ANTENNA / CABLEENTER.Sel CH wi th 0–9ec t t o ADD / ERASEPush.• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OK12345678902• To preset a channel:1Press the number buttons to enter thechannel number, then press ENTER.2Move the cursor stick </, to setMANUAL SET to ADD.• To disable a channel:1Press CH +/– to select the channelnumber.2Move the cursor stick </, to setMANUAL SET to ERASE.3Repeat step 2 to preset or disable channels as required, then pushthe cursor stick (OK).
51If the picture is not clearNormally, the Auto Fine Tuning (AFT)function automatically tunes in channelsclearly. If, however, the picture of achannel is not clear, you can also use themanual tuning function.1Press MENU, then move the cursor stickM/m to select TUNER PRESET and pushthe cursor stick (OK).2Press the number buttons to select thechannel you want to fine-tune, then pressENTER.Numberbuttons,ENTERMENUSelected channel• MENUTUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH1ANTENNA / CABLEENTER.Sel CH wi th 0–9ec t t o ADD / ERASEPush.TUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH5ANTENNA / CABLEENTER.Sel CH wi th 0–9ec t Pusht o ADD / ERASE.• CURSORPUSH OK1234567890Cursor stickM/m/</,OKcontinued1234567890
523Move the cursor stick M/m to select FINETUNING.The fine tuning meter appears.4Move the cursor stick </, to adjust toa clearer picture.Note that the AFT setting switches to OFF.Note• When adjusting FINE TUNING, the menu may become difficult to read due tointerference from the picture being received.TUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGPus hAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH5ANTENNA / CABLE• CURSORPUSH OKTUNER PRESETFINE TUNINGPus hAFTMANUAL SETAUTO PRESET ANT CABLEADD ERASEON OFFCH5ANTENNA / CABLE• CURSORPUSH OKPresetting channels (continued)
53Example of “PlusCode”Setting up the VCR Plus+ GOLD systemHow the VCR Plus+ GOLD system worksWhenever you want to record a TVprogram, all you need to do is look upthe “PlusCode” number, a numberassigned to each program published inthe TV section of most newspapers,cable TV listings, and even TV GUIDEmagazine. Then, just enter the PlusCodenumber of the program you want andthe VCR is automatically programmedto record that show. It’s that simple.How to set up your VCRSetting up your VCR involvescoordinating the TV channel number(the number you turn to on your TV orVCR to watch a program) with the guidechannel (the number that’s assigned tothat channel in your program guide).The VCR can set the guide channelsautomatically (see page 54), but you mayhave to set the guide channels manuallydepending on your area or the way youhooked up your VCR (see page 56).To find the guide channel numbers, lookat the “Channel Line-up Chart” in theprogram guide for your area thatfeatures VCR PlusCodes. It usuallylooks like the example to the right.Example of “Channel Line-up Chart”5:306:30PlusCode142CNN2345SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY(1hr. 15min.) 73457DRAMAWS 9974SPORTMOVIE Musical (2hrs.) 33044Golf (1hr. 25min.) 42060Comedy (2hrs.) 17390SAMPLECABLE TVAMCBRVCNNCSPDISDSCESNFAMHBOLIFMAXMTVNIKSCSCASHOTBSTMCTNNTNTUSAVCR Plus+GUIDE CH355442285337344733464548385970414358495244American Movie ClassicsBravo (program grid only)Cable News NetworkC-SPANThe Disney ChannelThe Discovery ChannelESPNThe Family ChannelHome Box OfficeLifetimeCinemaxMusic TelevisionNickelodeonSports ChannelSports Channel AmericaShowtimeTBS SuperStationThe Movie ChannelThe Nashville NetworkTurner Network TelevisionUSA NetworkCABLECH16172021222534355272931383945174449505130continued
54Setting up the VCR Plus+ GOLD system (continued)Setting up the VCR Plus+GOLD system automatically(Smart Channel Mapping)The VCR can automatically set the guidechannels in your area from ZIP/POSTAL CODE you entered in EASYSET UP. The VCR receives the programinformation signal and renews the dataeveryday after you complete thefollowing procedure.1Set up the VCR using the EASY SET UP procedure.2Press MENU, then move the cursor stickM/m to select SET VCR Plus+CHANNELS and push the cursor stick(OK).The SMART CHANNEL MAPPING menuappears.3Move the cursor stick </, to selectAUTO, then push the cursor stick (OK).The instruction shown on the rightappears on the TV screen for few seconds,then the screen returns to the normaldisplay.If the program information signal in yourarea has several channel map patterns, theChoose your Cable CH MAP menuappears, and you must select the channelmap. See “To select the channel map”below.`/1MENU• MENUSMART CHANNEL MAPPINGUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h MENU to quitAUTO MANUALVCR will look forr you turn i t of fapp i ng s i gna lmaftehanne lcChoose your Cable CH MAPMAPUse t o s e l ec tThen push12345678KABCKCBSKAETWNET12541435CNNMTV––––––––9855––––Pus h MENU to quitOK• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OKCursor stickM/m/</,OK1234567890
55Station ID Channel mapnumberChannel numberChoose your Cable CH MAPMAPUse t o s e l ec tThen push12345678KABCKCBSKAETWNET12541435CNNMTV––––––––9855––––Pus h MENU to quitOK4Press `/1 to turn off the VCR.The VCR sets the program guide channels from 0:00 am to 5:00 amwhile the VCR is turned off. (It takes about 1 hour to completechannel mapping.)To select the channel mapIf the program information signal in your areahas several channel map patterns (up to 8), theChoose your Cable CH MAP menu appears:• the first time you turn on the VCR aftercompleting channel mapping• after selecting AUTO and pushing the cursorstick (OK) on the SMART CHANNELMAPPING menuIn this case, you have to select the channel mapon the Choose your Cable CH MAP menu.1Find the VCR Plus+ GOLD system Channel Line-up Chart in yourprogram guide. For details, see page 53.2Move the cursor stick </, to select the channel map number youwant by checking the channel number in the program guide.3Push the cursor stick (OK).Notes• When using a cable box, make sure to leave it on.• It takes about 1 hour to complete channel mapping.• The VCR can receive the program information signal only while the VCR is turnedoff and no timer recordings are set.• The VCR cannot set the guide channels correctly unless you enter the ZIP/POSTALCODE in your area.• When you move to a different area, you must set up the VCR again and enter yournew ZIP/POSTAL CODE in the EASY SET UP procedure.continued
56Setting up the VCR Plus+ GOLD system (continued)Setting up the VCR Plus+GOLD system manuallyTo set the guide channels manually, usethe Channel Line-up Chart to check thatthe guide channel numbers match theTV channel your VCR receives. Forexample, if HBO is listed in the ChannelLine-up Chart on channel 33, and yourVCR receives HBO on channel 5, youneed to coordinate these numbers usingthe following procedure. If the guideand TV channel numbers are the same,you can skip this procedure.1Press MENU, then move the cursor stickM/m to select SET VCR Plus+CHANNELS and push the cursor stick(OK).2Move the cursor stick </, to selectMANUAL, then push the cursor stick(OK).3Enter the guide channel number assignedin the program guide and press ENTER.MENUNumberbuttons,ENTERSMART CHANNEL MAPPINGUse t o s e l ec tThen push OKPus h MENU to quitAUTO MANUALSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSGUIDEVCR Plus+ CHANNEL LISTOr toCH TV CH–– – –Pus h 0–9 keys to se tp r og r a m GUIDE CH,push see–OKSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSGUIDE CH TV CH33 – 3Pus h 0–9 keys to se ty3Th en p us h ENTERou r TV CH• MENU• CURSORPUSH OK• CURSORPUSH OK1234567890Cursor stickM/m/</,OK1234567890
574• If you made Hookup 1, 2, or 3: Enterthe actual number on your TV (andVCR) and press ENTER.• If you made Hookup 4: Enter the cableoutput channel (usually 2, 3, or 4) andpress ENTER.• If you made Hookup 6: Enter the actualnumber on your TV (and VCR) for anunscrambled channel and press ENTER.For a scrambled channel, enter the cablebox output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4)and press ENTER.5Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each guide channel number that doesn’tmatch.6When you have set all channels, pushthe cursor stick (OK) to confirm yourchannel settings.To return to the previous page, move thecursor stick <.To go to the next page, move the cursorstick ,.7After all settings are complete, press MENU to exit the menu.SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSGUIDE CH TV CH33 – 5Pus h 0–9 keys to se tyTh en p us h ENTERou r TV CHSET VCR Plus+ CHANNELSGUIDE CH TV CH33 – 3Pus h 0–9 keys to se tyTh en p us h ENTERou r TV CHVCR Plus+ CHANNEL LISTGUIDE TV2–7p1age35– 47–558– 93– 8124GUIDE TV9–471– 37–356– 00–227895621Pus h MENU to quitUse to change page11• MENU• CURSORPUSH OK1234567890
58General setup informationSetting the RF unitWhen connecting the VCR to the TVusing only the antenna cable, you mustset the RF UNIT switch on the rear of theVCR so that the TV can receive thecorrect signal from the VCR.TV1Set 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 theswitch to either channel.2Press `/1 POWER to turn on the VCR.3Press TV/VIDEO to turn on the VIDEO indicator in the VCR’s displaywindow.4Press CHANNEL +/– to display a channel number in the displaywindow. Select an active channel number in your area.5Turn 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 thechannels change when you press CHANNEL +/–, you have made thecorrect setting.Whenever you use the VCR, set the TV to the channel selected in step 1.CHANNEL +/–`/1 POWERCH3RF UNITCH4
59Attaching the externalantenna connectorWhen using a 300-ohm twin lead cablefor VHF/UHF antenna, use the EAC-32antenna connector (not supplied) toconnect the antenna to the VCR.1Loosen the screws on the antenna connector.2Wind the twin leads around the screws on the antenna connector.3Retighten the screws.EAC-32 antennaconnector (notsupplied)300-ohm twinlead cableEAC-66UHF/VHFbandseparator/mixer (notsupplied)300-ohm twinlead cable75-ohm coaxialcableAttaching a UHF/VHF bandmixerWhen using both 75-ohm coaxial cableand 300-ohm twin lead cable for VHF/UHF antenna, use the EAC-66 UHF/VHF band separator/mixer (notsupplied) to connect the antenna to theVCR.1Loosen the screws on the mixer.2Wind the twin leads around the screws on the mixer.3Retighten the screws.4Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable to the mixer.
60Index to parts and controlsRefer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.Front panel1`/1 POWER switch/indicator (58)2Remote sensor (5)3SmartFile sensor4SMARTFILE indicator5REALITY REGENERATORindicator6Tape compartment7SMARTFILE button8CURSOR m/M buttons9A EJECT button0m REW (rewind) buttonqa H PLAY buttonqs M FF (fast-forward) buttonqd JOG buttonqf z REC (record) buttonqg x STOP buttonqh Shuttle ringqj X PAUSE buttonqk OK button (35)ql CHANNEL/TRACKING +/–buttons (58)w; EDIT buttonwa REALITY REGENERATOR buttonws EASY SET UP button (12, 16, 20, 24,28, 31)wd COMMAND MODE button (6)wf SMARTFILE GENERATOR buttonwg INPUT SELECT button (36)wh LINE-2 IN VIDEO/AUDIO L/Rjackswj LASER LINK IR receiver
61Display window1Timer indicator2Child Lock indicator3STEREO indicator4SAP (Second Audio Program)indicator5VIDEO indicator (36, 58)6Tape speed indicator7APC (Adaptive Picture Control)indicator8EDIT indicator9BLANK indicator0AV INSERT indicatorqa Tracking indicatorqs Line/channel indicator (36)qd Time counter/clock indicatorqf Remaining time indicatorqg COMMAND MODE indicator (6)qh Tape/recording indicatorSTEREO SAPLP SP EPVIDEO APC EDITVTR123AV INSERTBLANKcontinued
62Index to parts and controls (continued)Rear panel1AC power cord (8)2S-LINK (CONTROL S IN) jack (10)3CABLE BOX CONTROL(CONTROL S OUT) jack (11, 27)4LINE-1 IN AUDIO R/L/VIDEOjacks (27)5CPD (Control and Program Data) INjack6VHF/UHF IN connector (11, 15, 19,23, 27, 30)7VHF/UHF OUT connector (11, 15,19, 23, 27, 30)8RF (Radio Frequency) UNIT switch(58)9LINE OUT AUDIO R/L/VIDEOjacks (9)
63Remote commander1Z EJECT button2Number buttons (43)3VCR Plus+ button4ENTER button (50)5SMARTFILE button6z REC (record) button7./> INDEX SEARCH buttons8m REW (rewind) button9M FF (fast-forward) button0H PLAY buttonqa x STOP buttonqs Shuttle ringcontinued1234567890
64Index to parts and controls (continued)qd TV / VIDEO switch (5)qf COMMAND MODE switch (6)qg `/1 (power) switch (7, 55)qh TV/VIDEO button (7, 36, 58)qj INPUT SELECT button (36)qk CLEAR buttonql DISPLAY button (48)w; CH (channel) +/– buttons (7, 50, 58)wa VOL (volume) +/– buttons (7)ws MENU button (35)wd Cursor stick (35)M/m/</,OKwf SMART CUE buttonwg X PAUSE buttonwh JOG button1234567890
651COUNTER/REMAIN button2SP (Standard Play)/EP (ExtendedPlay) button3AUDIO MONITOR button4AUDIO/VIDEO INSERT buttons5y SLOW +/– buttons6×2 button7TV/VIDEO button (7, 36, 58)8INPUT SELECT button (36)9TAPE RETURN button0CLEAR buttonqa DISPLAY button (48)qs CH (channel) +/– buttons (7, 50, 58)qd VOL (volume) +/– buttons (7)qf Receiver operation buttonsRECEIVER VOL (volume) +/–buttons (5)MUTING button (5)
A, BAFT (Auto Fine Tuning) 51Antenna hookup 19Audio/video (A/V)hookup 9Auto Clock Set 36CCable box controlcable box code numberchart 43setting 42Cable hookup 8Cable Mouse 11, 27Channel line-up chart 53Clock setting 36Connectingcable TV 8external antennaconnector 59UHF/VHF bandmixer 59DDIRECTV System 27Disabling channels 49E, F, G, H, I, J, KEasy Set Up 12, 16, 20, 24,28, 31L, M, N, OLanguage selecting 35P, QPresetting channels 47RRF channel 58SS-Link9Smart channel mapping 54T, UTuner presetting 47V, W, X, Y, ZVCR Plus+ GOLDchannel setup 53IndexSony Corporation Printed in Malaysia

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