Sony SLV-N750 Operating Instructions (SLVN750)
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US Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions For customers in the USA Many solutions to common problems and service information can be found at www.sony.com/vcrhelp or contact Sony VCR service at 1 (800) VHSSONY. To register your purchase of this product, visit: www.sony.com/productregistration - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 2
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 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 3
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC accordance with the instructions, may cause equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to Owner's record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 4
power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 5
Service Equipment Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art 250 Part H) NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 6
picture (tracking) 47 Changing menu options 49 Editing with another VCR Additional Information 51 Antenna information 52 Troubleshooting 54 Specifications 55 Index to parts and controls 60 Index Back Cover Quick reference to using the VCR Caution Television programs, films, video tapes and other - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 7
F-type connectors Note • The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this VCR. Check your model name The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models: SLV-N750 and SLV-N650. Check your model name by looking at the rear panel of your VCR. SLV-N750 is the model used for illustration - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 8
TV does not have the symbol near the remote sensor, this remote commander will not operate the TV. •TV / VIDEO Remote sensor To operate the VCR a Sony TV 123 456 Set •TV / VIDEO to VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the VCR •TV and point at the remote sensor at the TV 8 Setting up the - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 9
TV's code number using the number buttons. Then release ?/1. Now you can use the ?/1, VOL +/-, CH +/-, and TV/VIDEO buttons to control your TV. You can also use the buttons marked with a dot (•) to control a Sony TV. To control the VCR, reset •TV / VIDEO to VIDEO. continued Setting up the remote - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 10
03, 04, 12 12 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 programed to work with the VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander. • When you replace the batteries of the - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 11
set up your VCR. If your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to page 12 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. Then Sony dealer or qualified technician. 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 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 12
) B Use this hookup if your TV does not have stereo jacks VCR LINE LINE OUT IN 1 AUDIO VIDEO TV IN VIDEO AUDIO Stereo receiver AUX IN Video cable (not supplied) Audio cable (not supplied) Notes • To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A/V connection. • If you do not have a stereo receiver - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 13
UHF connection is VHF required. C UHF If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the VCR directly If your antenna cable is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an external antenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the RF IN connector. If you have separate cables - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 14
/disabling channels manually" on page 26. Notes • If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see "Step 6 : Presetting channels" on page 24. • Do not press any buttons on the VCR or remote commander during - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 15
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 cannot do • Record scrambled channels that require a cable box Wall VCR IN OUT Connect this cable directly to your TV if you do not have - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 16
/disabling channels manually" on page 26. Notes • If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see "Step 6 : Presetting channels" on page 24. • Do not press any buttons on the VCR or remote commander during - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 17
the cable box What you cannot do • Record with the cable box turned off • Record one channel while watching another channel Wall Cable box IN OUT VCR IN OUT Rear of TV VHF/UHF you have completed hookup, plug the VCR into the AC outlet and see "Step 4 : Selecting a language" on page 18. AC - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 18
OPTIONS menu (page 47). If both are used, set the "VCR Output CH" to either channel. If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input. • Press TV/VIDEO to display the VCR indicator in the VCR's display window. MENU M/m/, 1 MENU Press MENU. MAIN MENU Timer set - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 19
manually (page 22). Before you start... • Turn on the VCR and the TV. When using a cable box, turn it on. • Set the "VCR VCR Output CH" to either channel. If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input. • Press TV/VIDEO to display the VCR indicator in the VCR - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 20
. (Hawaii) y AUTO Select : Vv End : OK Set : Bb Quit : MENU • For "Daylight Saving" Select YES or NO (standard time), or AUTO to have the VCR automatically set the daylight saving time. CLOCK SET Clock set CH: Time zone: Daylight Saving: [ AUTO ] [ AUTO ] [ NO ] Select : Vv End : OK Set : Bb - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 21
Notes • The clock cannot be set automatically if you do not receive a channel that carries a time signal in your area. If so, set the clock manually (page 22). • If there are only a few channels in your area that carry time signals, setting the clock automatically may take up to about 20 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 22
Using Manual Clock Set Before you start... • Turn on the VCR and the TV. • Set the "VCR Output CH" to "3CH" or "4CH" in ADVANCED OPTIONS menu (page 47). If both are used, set the "VCR Output CH" to either channel. If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 23
Getting Started 4 Press M/m to set the month. PLAY OK CLOCK SET DATE YEAR TIME 9 / 0 1 2 0 0 4 WED 12 : 0 0 AM Select : Bb End : OK Set : Vv Quit : MENU 5 Press , to flash the day and press M/m to set PLAY the day. OK CLOCK SET DATE YEAR TIME 9 / 2 8 2 0 0 4 TUE 12 : 0 0 AM - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 24
them manually. If you have already decided which channels you wish to preset, set them directly using manual presetting VCR Output CH" to either channel. If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input. • Press TV/VIDEO to display the VCR indicator in the VCR's - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 25
Getting Started 3 Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to "Ant/Cable." PLAY OK 4 • To preset cable TV channels: PLAY Press - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 26
OPTIONS menu (page 47). If both are used, set the "VCR Output CH" to either channel. If your TV is connected to the VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input. • Press TV/VIDEO to display the VCR indicator in the VCR's display window. 123 456 789 0 Number buttons ENTER CH +/- MENU - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 27
Getting Started 3 Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to "Channel add/erase," then press OK. PLAY OK 4 1 2 3 • To preset a channel: 4 5 6 1 Press the number buttons to enter the 789 channel number, then press ENTER. 0 2 Press ,, then press OK or MENU. PLAY OK Channel to be preset CHANNEL - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 28
123 456 789 0 ?/1 Z EJECT CLEAR DISPLAY Playback Dial REPLAY X PAUSE COMMERCIAL SKIP H PLAY M FF x STOP m REW 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. 28 Playing - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 29
SKIP up to four times. The VCR skips the tape 30 seconds on the counter for each press of the button, and restarts playback. To turn off the power while rewinding (Rewind Shut Off) Press ?/1 while the tape is rewinding. The power will turn off but the tape will keep rewinding until it reaches the - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 30
in the VCR (either VHS or S-VHS). When S-VHS tapes are played in the VCR, the enhanced resolution will not be visible on screen; there may also be picture distortion while playing the S-VHS tape in slow motion or while utilizing other special playback modes. The VCR will not record in S-VHS mode on - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 31
Recording TV programs 123 456 789 0 TV/VIDEO COUNTER/ REMAIN DISPLAY ENTER SP/EP CH +/- INPUT SELECT z REC x STOP Basic Operations 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. continued Recording TV - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 32
relation to the entire tape length. The remaining time also appears in the display window. 0 : 0 0 : 3 0 SP Time counter Rem 1 : 3 8 SP Remaining tape length To check the remaining tape length of a tape, set "Tape select" in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu correctly (page 47). 32 Recording TV programs - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 33
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. Basic Operations Recording TV programs 33 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 34
programs at one time. Before you start... • Check that the VCR clock is set to the correct time. • Turn on the VCR and the 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 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 35
or M/m to display "L1" or "L2" in the "CH" position. To record the same program every day or the same day every week, press m while the date is flashing. For details, see "Daily/weekly recording" below. To use the Auto Tape Speed function, press m to display "AUTO" in the "SPD" position. For - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 36
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 30). • Display tape information on the TV screen (page 32). • Check the timer settings (page 41). • Watch another TV program (page 33 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 37
turns on. To stop timer recording while the VCR is locked, press x STOP. The recording stops and the VCR is unlocked. Note • The VCR will be unlocked when: - You stop timer recording by pressing x STOP. - You insert a tape. - The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops. Basic Operations - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 38
TRACKING +/- Playback Dial ×2 y SLOW H PLAY M FF m REW Playback options To Do this View the picture during fast- During fast-forward, hold down M FF. During rewind, hold down forward or rewind m REW. Play at high speed • During playback, briefly press M FF or m REW. The tape continues - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 39
the TRACKING +/- buttons if: - Streaks appear while playing in slow motion. - The picture shakes during pause. • The VCR turns on and starts playback automatically by pressing H PLAY on the VCR with the VCR power turned off. Notes • The sound is muted during these operations. • Tapes recorded in - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 40
duration time. Each press advances the time in increments of 30 minutes. 0:30 1:00 3:30 4:00 Normal recording The tape counter decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the VCR stops recording and turns off automatically. To extend the duration Press z REC repeatedly to set a new duration time. To - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 41
Checking/changing/canceling timer settings Before you start... • Turn on the TV and set it to the video channel. ?/1 123 456 789 0 CLEAR MENU M/m/ - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 42
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 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 43
Monaural sound on the normal audio track On-screen display HI-FI LEFT RIGHT MONO Display window Hi-Fi Hi-Fi Hi-Fi 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 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 44
using the index function (Scan and Play) The VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point where each recording begins. Use these signals as references to find a specific recording. 1 Insert an indexed tape into the VCR. 2 Press SEARCH. Scan and play: Press [ B ] or [ b ] Go - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 45
the beginning of a blank space. If no blank space is found, the VCR reaches the end and the tape will stop. End search 0 : 0 1 : 3 0 SP Note • Once in recording mode, if the VCR is put in pause and then released to start the recording, no index mark will be inserted. An index mark will be inserted - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 46
Adjusting the picture (tracking) Although the VCR automatically adjusts the tracking when playing a tape, distortion may occur if the recording is in poor condition. In this case, manually adjust the tracking. Press TRACKING +/- on the VCR to display the tracking meter. The distortion should - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 47
menu options 1 Press MENU. 2 Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to "Advanced options," then press OK. ADVANCED OPTIONS Tape select: Auto play: Auto repeat: Auto power off: Power save: VCR Output CH: [ T120 ] [ ON ] [ OFF ] [ OFF ] [ OFF ] [ 3CH ] Select : Vv End : OK Set : Bb Quit : MENU - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 48
channel), whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the "VCR Output CH" to either channel. 2 Press ?/1 to turn on the VCR. 3 Press TV/VIDEO to turn on the VCR indicator in the VCR's display window. 4 Press CH +/- to display a channel number in the display window. Select an - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 49
Operations Editing with another VCR How to connect to record on this VCR TV This VCR (Recorder) LINE-2 IN Other VCR (Player) LINE OUT Audio/video cable (not supplied) : Signal flow Notes • Make sure you connect the plugs to jacks of the same color. • If the other VCR is a monaural type and - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 50
(when recording on this VCR) Before you start editing • Turn on the VCR and the TV and set it to the video channel. • Press INPUT SELECT or CHANNEL +/- to display "L1" or "L2" in the display window. • Press SP/EP to select the tape speed, SP or EP. X PAUSE z REC 1 Insert a source tape with its - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 51
300-ohm twin lead cable for a VHF/UHF antenna, use a UHF/VHF band separator/ mixer (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the VCR. 300-ohm twin lead cable UHF/VHF band separator/ mixer (not supplied) 75-ohm coaxial cable 1 Loosen the screws on the mixer. 2 Wind the twin leads around the screws - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 52
with the TRACKING +/- buttons. • The video heads are dirty (see the last page of "Troubleshooting"). Clean the video heads using a Sony video head cleaning cassette. If a Sony cleaning cassette is not available in your area, have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony dealer (a standard service fee - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 53
sure the •TV / VIDEO switch is set correctly. • The recording condition of the tape is very poor and tracking cannot be adjusted. • Set your TV's code number. The code number may change when you replace the batteries of the remote commander. • Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a dry, soft - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 54
-hour cycle Timer setting 8 programs (max.) General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 16 W Operating temperature 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) Storage temperature -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) Dimensions including projecting parts and controls (w/h/d) SLV-N750 Approx. 430 × 96 × 262 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 55
Index to parts and controls Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details. Front panel SLV-N750 SLV-N650 Additional Information A ?/1 (on/standby) POWER switch (35) B Remote sensor (8) C Tape compartment D A EJECT button (29) E H PLAY button* (29)/M FF (fastforward)/m REW (rewind) ( - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 56
Display window A Tape indicator (32) B TIMER indicator (35) C Hi-Fi indicator (43) D Time counter/clock/line/channel indicator (30) (32) (50) E VCR indicator (33) 56 Index to parts and controls - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 57
panel SLV-N750 SLV-N650 A AC power cord (11) (14) (16) B LINE OUT AUDIO R/AUDIO L/VIDEO jacks (12) C LINE IN 1 AUDIO R/AUDIO L/VIDEO jacks (49) D RF IN (FROM ANT.) connector (13) (15) (17) E RF OUT (TO TV) connector (13) (15) (17) Additional Information continued Index to parts and controls 57 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 58
Remote commander 123 456 789 0 A •TV / VIDEO switch (8) B Z EJECT button (29) C TV/VIDEO button (9) (33) D CLEAR button (30) (42) E DISPLAY button (32) F SP (Standard Play)/EP (Extended Play) button (32) G INPUT SELECT button (33) (50) H z REC (record a tactile dot. 58 Index to parts and controls - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 59
123 456 789 0 L ?/1 (on/standby) (power) switch (9) (35) M COUNTER/REMAIN button (32) N AUDIO MONITOR button* (43) O Number buttons* (33) P ENTER button (33) Q CH (channel (29) * The AUDIO MONITOR, number 5 and CH + buttons have a tactile dot. Additional Information Index to parts and controls 59 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 60
Set 19 Auto Tape Speed 36 C Cable hookup 11 Child Lock 37 Cleaning the video heads 52 Clock setting 19 Commercial Skip 29 Connecting Cable TV 17 external antenna connector 51 UHF/VHF band mixer 51 Counter 30 D Disabling channels 26 Dubbing. see Editing E Editing 49 EP mode 32 H Hi-fi audio track 43 - Sony SLV-N750 | Operating Instructions (SLVN750) - Page 61
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in the display window. To record a program 1 Press MENU and select "Timer set/check." 2 Set the channel, time, date, and tape speed. 3 Press OK. 4 Insert a tape. 5 Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR. To watch TV 1 Turn off the VCR, or press the VCR's TV/VIDEO button until the VCR indicator in the display
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Operating Instructions
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