User manual SONY SLV-SE230D

[. . . ] Check that the unit's operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. · If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. · The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the mains, even if the unit itself has been turned off. · Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. [. . . ] Notes · If the VPS/PDC signal is too weak or the broadcasting station failed to transmit VPS/PDC signals, the VCR will start recording at the set time without using the VPS/PDC function. · The indicator flashes in the display window when you press ?/1 with no tape inserted. to NORMALE in the OPTIONS-2 menu, the SHOWVIEW menu does not appear on the TV screen. · The VPS/PDC function is automatically set to NON for the timer recording of a programme from your Set-Top Box. · The station name may not appear if the VCR does not receive station name information signals. 66 Recording TV programmes using the ShowView system Recording TV programmes using the timer You can preset a total of eight programmes, including settings made with other timer methods. Before you start. . . · Check that the VCR clock is set to the correct time and date. · Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time. · To record from a decoder, turn it on. · Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel. to NORMALE or MIXTE in the OPTIONS-2 menu (see page 91). t LUN (every Monday) t DIM (every Sunday) t 1 month later t (dates count down) t DEMAIN t AUJOURD. 68 Recording TV programmes using the timer To use the VCR after setting the timer To use the VCR before a recording begins, just press ?/1. The indicator turns off and the VCR switches on. Remember to press ?/1 to reset the VCR to recording standby after using the VCR. You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording: · · · · Reset the counter (page 52). Display tape information on the TV screen (page 55). Watch another TV programme (page 55). Basic Operations Tips · To set the programme position, you can also use the CHAINE +/­ or programme number buttons. · To set the programme position with a two digit number, press - (ten's digit) button followed by the programme number buttons. · To set the line input video source, you can also use the CHAINE +/­ buttons. · To set the tape speed, you can also use the SP/LP button. · When you are recording a programme in the SP mode and the remaining tape becomes shorter than the recording time, the tape speed is automatically changed to the LP mode. Note that some interference will appear on the picture at the point the tape speed is changed. [. . . ] Do not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzine. Additional Information The tracking meter does not appear on the TV screen. The VCR needs to be cleaned. Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads · Normal picture · Rough picture · Unclear picture · No picture (or black & white screen appears) initial contamination terminal Troubleshooting 101 Specifications System Channel coverage SECAM (L): VHF F2 to F10 UHF F21 to F69 CATV B to Q HYPER S21 to S41 PAL (B/G): VHF E2 to E12 VHF Italian channel A to H UHF E21 to E69 CATV S01 to S05, S1 to S20 HYPER S21 to S41 RF output signal UHF channels 21 to 69 Aerial out 75-ohm asymmetrical aerial socket Tape speed SP: PAL 23. 39 mm/s (recording/ playback) NTSC 33. 35 mm/s (playback only) SECAM 23. 39 mm/s (recording/ playback) MESECAM 23. 39 mm/s (playback only) LP: PAL 11. 70 mm/s (recording/ playback) NTSC 16. 67 mm/s (playback only) SECAM 11. 70 mm/s (recording/ playback) MESECAM 1. 70 mm/s (playback only) EP: NTSC 11. 12 mm/s (playback only) Maximum recording/playback time 10 hrs. in LP mode (with E300 tape) Fast-forward and rewind time Approx. (with E180 tape) Inputs and outputs i LIGNE-1 (TV) 21-pin Video input: pin 20 Audio input: pins 2 and 6 Video output: pin 19 Audio output: pins 1 and 3 DECODEUR/t ENTREE LIGNE-3 21-pin Video input: pin 20 Audio input: pins 2 and 6 t LIGNE-2 G o D ENTREE VIDEO, phono jack (1) Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative ENTREE AUDIO, phono jack (2) Input level: 327 mVrms Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms R/D L/G Phono jack (2) Rated output level: 327 mVrms Load impedance: 47 kilohms Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms CONTROLEUR STB Stereo mini jack (plug in power) (1) 102 Specifications General Power requirements 220 ­ 240 V AC, 50 Hz Power consumption 20 W 1. 2 W (VEILLE ECO is set to TOTAL, minimum) Operating temperature 5°C to 40°C Storage temperature ­20°C to 60°C Dimensions including projecting parts and controls Approx. [. . . ]