User manual SONY SLV-EZ725AZ

[. . . ] To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. The mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop. If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about four hours before operating the unit. [. . . ] To record NTSC signals*1 in EP mode, set the tape speed to LP. Even when timer recording is set to LP mode, NTSC signals are automatically recorded in EP mode. notes · If eight programmes have already been set using the G-CODE system*2 or the TIMER PROGRAMMING menu, "FULL" appears in the display window for about five seconds. The indicator flashes in the display window when you complete the setting in step 11 with no tape inserted. When the time is set incorrectly, "ERROR" appears in the display window in step 11. The Easy Timer function has a Demonstration Mode that allows the user, such as a salesperson, to enter more than eight examples of timer settings when demonstrating the use of the Easy Timer. It cancels the "FULL" notice which appears if eight programmes have already been set. Do not use the Demonstration Mode for making timer recordings. Doing so may cause the settings to be inaccurate. to activate the Demonstration Mode Press X PAUSE on the VCR while turning the EASY TIMER. "DEMO" appears in the display window for a few seconds. to cancel the Demonstration Mode Turn the power off and unplug the mains lead. Although the Demonstration Mode is cancelled, the timer settings entered while using the Demonstration Mode will remain. Be sure to manually cancel the timer settings before you use the Easy Timer or any other timer method after reconnecting the mains lead (see page 50). *1 SLV-EZ727AZ only *2 SLV-EZ727AZ and EZ424AZ only Just enter the G-code number listed in the TV programme guide. The date, times, and programme position of that programme are set automatically. You can preset a total of eight programmes, including settings made with other timer methods. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time. Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel. Press the programme number buttons to enter the G-code number. If you make a mistake, press CLEAR and re-enter the correct number. [. . . ] Make sure the TV system is correctly set for your TV. Make sure TV SYSTEM (B/G or B/B) in the INSTALLATION menu is set to the same system in your local area. Set COLOUR SYSTEM in the USER SET menu according to your local colour system. To record on this tape, cover the tab hole (see page 34). [. . . ]