Sony DSR 45A Operating Instructions - Page 45

Chapter 2 Playback and Recording AC timer recording By connecting this unit to an external AC timer (not supplied), you can start recording at a preset time. 1 Connect this unit to an external AC timer (not supplied). Recording source (external tuner, etc.) DSR-45/45P (rear panel) VIDEO IN REF. IN AC timer If the tape ends before the recording source stops operation The tape stops. To stop recording during timer recording Press the STOP button on this unit. To release the AC timer recording mode Set the TIMER selector on the front panel of this unit to OFF. to an AC outlet 2 Insert a tape for recording. 3 Set the INPUT SELECT selector of this unit to select the input signal. 4 Set the TIMER selector on the front panel of this unit to REC. 5 Set the timer-on time on the connected AC timer. At the preset time, the power of this unit turns on automatically and recording starts after a few seconds (no more than 30). Set the timer allowing a margin for the recording to start. You do not need to press the REC button. Note When you intend to turn the unit off, press the STOP button on this unit to stop the tape transport operation beforehand. If you turn the unit off while a tape is running, for example, by using an AC timer, the unit or the tape may be damaged. 45 Chapter 2 Playback and Recording (GB)