Sony SLV-N900 Bedienungsanleitung

3-081-016-11 (1) USVideo Cassette RecorderOperating InstructionsFor customers in the USAMany solutions to common problems and service information can

10HookupsStep 3 : HookupsSelecting the best hookup optionThere are many ways in which your VCR can be hooked up. To hook up your VCR so that it works

Getting Started11HookupsCautionConnections between the VCR’s VHF/UHF connector and the antenna terminals of the TV receiver should be made only as sho

12HookupsAudio/video (A/V) hookupIf your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get a better picture and sound if you hook up your VCR using t

Getting Started13HookupsC Use this hookup if your TV has the Control S functionNotes• To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.• If y

14HookupsHookup 1 (Plug and Play)Antenna hookupMake the following connections if you are using an antenna (if you do not have cable TV).A Use this hoo

Getting Started15HookupsHookup 1 : VCR setupNotes• If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels may be

16HookupsHookup 2 (Plug and Play)You have no cable box, or a cable box with only a few scrambled channelsRecommended useUse this hookup if you do not

Getting Started17HookupsHookup 2 : VCR setupNotes• If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels may be

18HookupsHookup 3Connecting a cable box with many scrambled channelsRecommended useUse this hookup if your cable system scrambles all or most channels

Getting Started19HookupsHookup 4Using the cable box/satellite receiver control featureRecommended useYou should use this hookup if you have a cable bo

2WARNINGWARNINGTo 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 o

20HookupsAfter you have completed hookup…After you have completed hookup, plug the VCR into the AC outlet and see “Step 4 : Selecting a language” on p

Getting Started21HookupsHookup 5Connecting to a digital satellite receiverRecommended useUse this hookup if you have a digital satellite receiver that

22HookupsAfter you have completed hookup…After you have completed hookup, plug the VCR into the AC outlet and see “Step 4 : Selecting a language” on p

Getting Started23Selecting a languageStep 4 : Selecting a languageYou can change the on-screen display language.Before you start…• Turn on the VCR and

24Setting the clockStep 5 : Setting the clockUsing the Auto Clock Set featureSome TV and cable channels transmit time signals with their broadcasts.

Getting Started25Setting the clock3Press M/m to select AUTO, then press OK.4Press M/m to select the item you want. Then press </, to make the sett

26Setting the clockNotes• The clock cannot be set automatically if you do not receive a channel that carries a time signal in your area. If so, set t

Getting Started27Setting the clockUsing Manual Clock SetBefore you start…• Turn on the VCR and the TV.• Set the “VCR Output CH” to “3CH” or “4CH” in A

28Setting the clock4Press M/m to set the month.5Press , to flash the day and press M/m to set the day.6Set the year, hour, and minutes in the same way

Getting Started29Presetting channelsStep 6 : Presetting channels(Skip this section if you are using a cable box or digital satellite receiver control.

3Important SafeguardsImportant SafeguardsFor your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and kee

30Presetting channels3Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to “Ant/Cable.”4• To preset cable TV channels:Press </, to select CABLE.• To preset VHF and

Getting Started31Presetting channelsPresetting/disabling channels manuallyBefore you start…• Turn on the VCR and the TV.• Set the “VCR Output CH” to “

32Presetting channels3Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to “Channel add/erase,” then press OK.4• To preset a channel:1 Press the number buttons to ente

Getting Started33Setting up the cable box/satellite receiver controlStep 7 : Setting up the cable box/satellite receiver control(Skip this section if

34Setting up the cable box/satellite receiver control2Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to “Cable Box/Sat. Control,” then press OK.3Press M/m to move t

Getting Started35Setting up the cable box/satellite receiver control8If you want to control a cable box, press </, to select the cable box output c

36Setting up the cable box/satellite receiver controlCable box and digital satellite receiver brands and the corresponding code numbersIf more than on

Getting Started37Setting up the cable box/satellite receiver controlTo ensure correct operation• Place the cable box or digital satellite receiver so

38Setting up the cable box/satellite receiver controlIf you cannot get your VCR to control the cable box or digital satellite receiver• Check the posi

Getting Started39Setting up the VCR Plus+C3® systemStep 8 : Setting up the VCR Plus+C3® systemHow the VCR Plus+C3 system worksWhenever you want to rec

4Important SafeguardsAntennasService• Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is p

40Setting up the VCR Plus+C3® system1Press MENU.2Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to “Tuner preset,” then press OK.1234567890MENUM/m/</,OKMENUSelec

Getting Started41Setting up the VCR Plus+C3® system3Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to “Guide channel setup,” then press OK.4The upper row shows VCR

42Playing a tapeBasic OperationsPlaying a tape1Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.2Insert a tape.The VCR turns on and starts playing auto

43Playing a tapeBasic OperationsAdditional tasksTo play a recently watched sceneYou can immediately rewind and playback the scene you want to watch ag

44Playing a tapeTo use the time counterPress CLEAR at the point on the tape that you want to find later. The counter in the display window resets to

45Recording TV programsBasic OperationsRecording TV programs1Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.To record from a cable box, turn it on.2I

46Recording TV programsTo stop recordingPress x STOP.To check the remaining tape lengthPress DISPLAY. With the display on, press COUNTER/REMAIN to ch

47Recording TV programsBasic OperationsTo watch another TV program while recordingTo save a recordingTo prevent accidental erasure, break off the safe

48Recording TV programs using the Dial TimerRecording TV programs using the Dial TimerThe Dial Timer function allows you to make timer recordings of p

49Recording TV programs using the Dial TimerBasic Operations3Press DIAL TIMER to set the start time.“START” and “Current time” appear alternately in t

5Table of contentsGetting StartedTable of contentsGetting Started6 Step 1 : Unpacking7 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander10 Step 3 : Hookups23 S

50Recording TV programs using the Dial TimerTo return to the previous stepTo return to the previous step, press the CHANNEL + and – buttons on the VCR

51Recording TV programs using the Dial TimerBasic OperationsTo set the clockTips• To cancel a Dial Timer setting, press x STOP on the VCR while you ar

52Recording TV programs using the Dial TimerAbout the Demonstration ModeThe Dial Timer function has a Demonstration Mode that allows the user, such as

53Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+C3® systemBasic OperationsRecording TV programs using the VCR Plus+C3® systemJust enter the PlusCode number

54Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+C3® system2Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to “Enter code.”3Press the number buttons to enter the PlusCode

55Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+C3® systemBasic OperationsTo stop recordingTo stop the VCR while recording, press x STOP.To use the Auto Ta

56Setting the timer manuallySetting the timer manuallyIf the VCR Plus+C3 system is not available in your area, follow the instructions below to set th

57Setting the timer manuallyBasic OperationsTo stop recordingTo stop the VCR while recording, press x STOP.2Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to “Timer

58Setting the timer manuallyDaily/weekly recordingIn step 4 above, press m to select the recording pattern. Each time you press m, the indication cha

59Locking the VCR (Child Lock)Basic OperationsLocking the VCR (Child Lock)To lock the VCRWhen the VCR is turned on, hold down ?/1 POWER on the VCR unt

6UnpackingGetting StartedStep 1 : UnpackingCheck that you have received the following items with the VCR:• Remote commander• Size AA (R6) batteries• 7

60Playing/searching at various speedsAdditional OperationsPlaying/searching at various speedsTo resume normal playbackPress H PLAY.Using the shuttle r

61Playing/searching at various speedsAdditional OperationsTo use the shuttle ring in normal modeDuring playback or pause, turn the shuttle ring clockw

62Quick Timer RecordingQuick Timer RecordingTo extend the durationPress z REC repeatedly to set a new duration time.To cancel the durationPress z REC

63Checking/changing/canceling timer settingsAdditional OperationsChecking/changing/canceling timer settingsBefore you start…• Turn on the TV and set i

64Checking/changing/canceling timer settingsWhen the timer settings overlapThe program that starts first has priority and the second program starts re

65Recording stereo and bilingual programsAdditional OperationsRecording stereo and bilingual programsRecording stereo programsWhen you receive a progr

66Searching using various functionsSearching using various functionsTo search using the index function (Scan and Play)The VCR automatically marks the

67Searching using various functionsAdditional OperationsTo search for the counter 0:00:00 pointTo mark a point on the tape that you want to find later

68Adjusting the picture (tracking)Adjusting the picture (tracking)Although the VCR automatically adjusts the tracking when playing a tape, distortion

69Changing menu optionsAdditional OperationsChanging menu optionsMenu choicesInitial settings are indicated in bold print.1Press MENU.2Press M/m to mo

Getting Started7Setting up the remote commanderStep 2 : Setting up the remote commanderNotes• With normal use, the batteries should last about three t

70Changing menu optionsSetting the RF Output channelWhen connecting the VCR to the TV using only the antenna cable, you must set the “VCR Output CH” i

71Editing with another VCRAdditional OperationsEditing with another VCRHow to connect to record on this VCRNotes• Make sure you connect the plugs to j

72Editing with another VCROperation (when recording on this VCR)To stop editingPress the x STOP buttons on both VCRs.Tip• To cut out unwanted scenes w

73Antenna informationAdditional InformationAdditional InformationAntenna informationAttaching the external antenna connectorAttaching a UHF/VHF band m

74TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you have any questions or problems not covered below, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.Symptom RemedyPowerTh

75TroubleshootingAdditional InformationTimer recordingThe timer does not operate. • Check that the clock is set.• Make sure a tape has been inserted.•

76SpecificationsSpecificationsSystemFormatVHS NTSC standardVideo recording systemRotary head helical scanning FM systemVideo headsDouble azimuth four

77Index to parts and controlsAdditional InformationIndex to parts and controlsRefer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.Front panelA

78Index to parts and controlsDisplay windowA TIMER/recording indicator (55) (57)B LP indicator (46) C Tape indicator (46)D VIDEO indicator (47) (70)E

79Index to parts and controlsAdditional InformationRear panelA AC power cord (10) (15) (17)B LINE OUT AUDIO R/AUDIO L/VIDEO jacks (12)C LINE IN 1 AUDI

8Setting up the remote commanderControlling other TVs with the remote commanderThe remote commander is preprogramed to control non-Sony TVs. If your

80Index to parts and controlsRemote commanderA •TV / VIDEO switch (7)B Z EJECT button (43)C TV/VIDEO button (8) (47)D CLEAR button (44) (64)E DISPLAY

81Index to parts and controlsAdditional InformationL ?/1 (power) switch (8) (55) (57)M COUNTER/REMAIN button (46)N AUDIO MONITOR button* (65)O VCR Plu

82IndexIndexAAdjustingpicture 68tracking 68Advanced option 69Antenna hookup 14Audio track 65Audio/video (A/V) hookup 12Auto Clock Set 24Auto Tape Spee

Sony Corporation Printed in China AC68-01953AQuick reference to using the VCRHookup 1To play a tape1 Set the TV to channel 3 or 4 (or to video input,

Getting Started9Setting up the remote commanderNotes• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.• If the TV us