Sony SLV-EZ111AZ Operating instructions

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SLV EZ715AS/NZ GB 3 065 579 11 (2)
Video Cassette
Recorder
© 2001 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
3-065-579-11 (2)
SLV-EZ715AS/NZ
SLV-EZ111AZ
PAL NTSC 4.43
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.
The mains lead must only be changed at a
qualified service shop.
Precautions
Safety
This unit operates on 220-240 V AC, 50 Hz.
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 mains if you do
not intend to use it for an extended period of
time. To disconnect the lead, pull it out by
the plug, never by the lead.
Installing
Allow adequate air circulation to prevent
internal heat buildup.
Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs,
blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,
draperies) that may block the ventilation
slots.
Do not install the unit near heat sources
such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
mechanical vibration or shock.
Do not install the unit in an inclined
position. It is designed to be operated in a
horizontal position only.
Keep the unit 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 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.
Caution
Television programmes, films, video tapes and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such material may
be contrary to the provisions of the copyright
laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable
television transmission may require
authorization from the cable television
transmitter and/or programme owner.
Compatible colour systems
This VCR is designed to record and play
back using the PAL (B/G) colour system.
Recording of video sources based on other
colour systems cannot be guaranteed.
Tapes recorded with NTSC colour system
can be played back on this VCR using a TV
or a colour monitor for PAL colour system.
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Table of contents
Getting Started
Getting Started
4 Step 1 : Unpacking
5 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander
6 Step 3 : Connecting the VCR
8 Step 4 : Tuning your TV to the VCR
10 Step 5 : Setting the clock
12 Presetting channels
Basic Operations
18 Playing a tape
21 Recording TV programmes
24 Recording TV programmes using
the Easy Timer function
30 Setting the timer manually
Search Operations
32 Searching for the beginning of an
Easy Timer recorded programme
33 Searching for the current position
on a tape
34 Searching using the Blank Search
function
35 Searching using the index
function
37 Searching using the Time Search
function
Additional Operations
38 Playing/searching at various
speeds
39 Setting the recording duration
time
40 Synchronised recording (SLV-
EZ715AS/NZ only)
42 Checking/changing/cancelling
timer settings
44 Recording stereo and bilingual
programmes (SLV-EZ715AS/NZ
only)
46 Adjusting the picture
47 Changing menu options
48 Editing with another VCR
Additional Information
50 Troubleshooting
53 Specifications
54 Index to parts and controls
Back cover
Index
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Getting Started
Step 1
Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the VCR:
Remote commander
R6 (size AA) batteries
Aerial cable
Checking your model name
The instructions in this manual are for the three models:
SLV-EZ715AS, EZ715NZ and EZ111AZ. Check your model name by
looking at the rear panel of your VCR. The SLV-EZ715AS is the model
used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly
indicated in the text, for example, “SLV-EZ111AZ only.”
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Step 2
Setting up the remote commander
Inserting the batteries
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by
matching the + and – on the
batteries to the diagram inside the
battery compartment.
Insert the negative (–) end first,
then push in and down until the
positive (+) end clicks into position.
Using the remote commander
You can use this remote
commander to operate this
VCR and a Sony TV. Buttons
on the remote commander
marked with a dot (•) can be
used to operate your Sony TV.
If the TV does not have the g
symbol near the remote sensor,
this remote commander will
not operate the TV.
Notes
The TV/VIDEO button selects the TV’s input source (either aerial in or line in). The
button does not control this VCR.
With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months.
If you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time, remove
the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
Do not use a new battery with an old one.
Do not use different types of batteries.
To operate
the VCR
a Sony TV
Set
TV/VIDEO
to
VIDEO
and point at the remote sensor on the VCR
TV
and point at the remote sensor on the TV
Remote sensor
TV/VIDEO
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1 Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV
and connect it to AERIAL IN on the rear
panel of the VCR.
2 Connect AERIAL OUT of the VCR and the
aerial input of your TV using the supplied
aerial cable.
3 Connect the mains lead to the mains.
Step 3
Connecting the VCR
Connect the aerial to your VCR and TV as shown below to watch TV
programmes and VCR pictures on your TV. In addition, if your TV has
audio/video (A/V) input jacks, we recommend you connect the VCR to
your TV using an audio/video cable to get a better picture and sound.
Connecting the aerial
AERIAL IN
AERIAL IN
to mains
Mains lead
: Signal flow
AERIAL OUT
Aerial cable (supplied)
OUT
IN
AERIAL
IN
OUT
AERIAL
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Additional connections
To a TV that has audio/video input
jacks
This additional connection improves
picture and sound quality. Connect the
TV as shown on the right.
To a stereo system (SLV-EZ715AS
/NZ only)
You can improve sound quality by
connecting a stereo system as shown
on the right.
Note
To play a tape in stereo, you must connect your VCR either to a TV with audio/
video input jacks or to a stereo system.
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
LINE OUT
LINE IN
For SLV-EZ715AS/NZ only
For SLV-EZ111AZ only
LINE IN
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
LINE OUT
LINE IN
LINE OUT
AUDIO
Audio cable (not supplied)
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Step 4
Tuning your TV to the VCR
If you have connected your VCR to the TV using the audio/video cable, skip
this step.
1 Press ?/1 ON/STANDBY to turn on the VCR.
2 Press RF CHANNEL on the VCR.
The factory-preset RF channel flashes in the display window for
about three seconds (RF36 is for SLV-EZ715NZ, RF68 is for
SLV-EZ715AS and 68 AUS is for SLV-EZ111AZ).
Press RF CHANNEL again while the RF channel is flashing.
The VCR signal is output through this channel to the TV.
3 (For SLV-EZ111AZ only)
Press PROGRAM +/– to select the suitable RF channel, depending
on the area you live in.
You can select Australia channels from 28 AUS to 69 AUS or New
Zealand channels from 28 NZ to 69 NZ.
The Australia and New Zealand channels appear in the display
window in alternate sequence.
4 Turn on your TV and select a programme position for the VCR
picture.
This channel will now be referred to as the video channel.
Some TV has the programme position, such as “0”, that is reserved
for a VCR. In this case, select that programme position for the VCR
picture. Refer to the instruction manual of your TV for details.
RF CHANNEL
?/1 ON/STANDBY
PROGRAM +/–
ON/STANDBY
RF CHANNEL
PROGRAM
SP
APC
e.g. SLV-EZ715AS
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5 Tune the TV to the same channel as that
shown in the display window so that
the picture on the right appears on the
TV screen.
Refer to your TV manual for tuning
instructions.
If the picture does not appear clearly,
see “To obtain a clear picture from the
VCR” below.
6 Press RF CHANNEL.
You have now tuned your TV to the VCR. From now on, whenever
you want to play a tape, set the TV to the video channel.
To obtain a clear picture from the VCR
If the picture does not appear clearly in step 5 above, press PROGRAM +/–
in step 5 so that another RF channel appears. Then tune the TV to the new
RF channel until a clear picture appears.
To set another RF channel number on the VCR, select a channel number that
does not receive a broadcast signal in your area and is clear of interference
from other channels.
If you cannot obtain a clear picture after performing this procedure, we
recommend you connect the VCR and TV using an audio/video cable (see
“To a TV that has audio/video input jacks” on page 7). If the same symptom
persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
RF CHANNEL
SONY VIDEO CASSETTE
RECORDER
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1 Press MENU, then press M/m to move the
cursor (B) to CLOCK SET and press OK.
2 Press M/m to set the date.
The day of the week is set automatically.
3 Press , to select the month and set the
month using M/m.
MENU
OK
M/m/</,
Step 5
Setting the clock
You must set the time and date on the
VCR to be able to use the timer
recording features properly.
Before you start…
Turn on the VCR and the TV.
Set the TV to the video channel.
OK
PLAY
MENU
OK
PLAY
OK
PLAY
CLOCK SET
1.1.2001 MON 0:00
SELECT
SET
END
:
[ OK ]
:
[]
:
[
]
AM
CLOCK SET
2 .1.2001 THU 0:005
SELECT
SET
END
:
[ OK ]
:
[]
:
[
]
AM
CLOCK SET
2.1.200 0:0052
1
TUE
SELECT
SET
END
:
[ OK ]
:
[]
:
[
]
AM
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4 Set the year, hour and minute in sequence,
using , to select the item to be set, and
M/m to select the digits.
5 Press OK to start the clock.
Tip
To change the digits when setting, press < to return to the item to be changed, and
select the digits using M/m.
Note
The menu disappears automatically if you do not proceed for more than a few
minutes.
OK
PLAY
OK
PLAY
CLOCK SET
2 . 1 . 2001 TUE52 5:301
SELECT
SET
END
:
[ OK ]
:
[]
:
[
]
AM
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Presetting channels
First we recommend that you preset the receivable channels in your area
using the One Touch Tuning function or the TUNER PRESET menu.
One Touch Tuning function or AUTO PRESET in the TUNER PRESET menu.
Then, if some channels could not be preset automatically, preset them
manually. If there are any unwanted channels among the preset ones, you
can disable the channels.
Presetting all receivable
channels using the One
Touch Tuning function
1 Press and hold ONE TOUCH TUNING on
the VCR for more than three seconds.
2 (For SLV-EZ111AZ only)
1 Press PROGRAM +/– on the VCR so that the indicator for your
country (AUS or NZ) appears in the display window.
2 Press ONE TOUCH TUNING.
The VCR starts presetting the channels.
The WAIT indicator goes off when all the receivable channels are
preset.
To check if the channels are preset correctly
Set the TV to the video channel and press PROGRAM +/– on the VCR. If the
TV screen changes to a different programme each time you press
PROGRAM +/–, the channels are preset correctly.
Tip
To stop the One Touch Tuning function, press ONE TOUCH TUNING or x STOP
on the VCR during the setting.
ONE TOUCH
TUNING
ONE TOUCH
TUNING
SP
APC
SP
APC
PROGRAM
ONE TOUCH
TUNING
PROGRAM +/–
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Presetting all receivable
channels automatically
Before you start…
Turn on the VCR and the TV.
Set the TV to the video channel.
1 Press MENU, then press M/m to move the
cursor (B) to TUNER PRESET and press
OK.
2 (For SLV-EZ111AZ only)
Press M/m/</, to move the cursor (B)
to COUNTRY, then select either AUS
(Australia) or NZ (New Zealand),
depending on the country you live in.
3 Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to
AUTO PRESET, then press OK.
All receivable channels are preset in
numerical sequence. When no more
receivable channels can be found,
presetting stops and the picture from the
lowest numbered channel is displayed on
the TV screen.
MENU
OK
M/m/</,
continued
OK
PLAY
MENU
OK
PLAY
SELECT
SET
:
[]
:
[
]
PROG 1
TUNER PRESET
NORMAL / CATV
AUTO PRESET
CHANNEL SET
AFT
ADD / ERASE
FINE TUNING
NORM
ON
CATV
OFF
ADD ERASE
1
For SLV-EZ111AZ only
COUNTRY
AUS
•NZ
SELECT
SET
:
[]
:
[
]
PROG 1
TUNER PRESET
NORMAL / CATV
AUTO PRESET
CHANNEL SET
AFT
ADD / ERASE
FINE TUNING
NORM
ON
CATV
OFF
ADD ERASE
1
OK
PLAY
PLEASE WAIT
PROG 0
TUNER PRESET
NORMAL / CATV
AUTO PRESET
CHANNEL SET
AFT
ADD / ERASE
FINE TUNING
NORM
ON
CATV
OFF
ADD ERASE
1
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Presetting channels (continued)
Note
Picture might disappear for a few seconds during One Touch Tuning and auto
presetting functions. This is for tuning procedure, and not a malfunction.
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PROG +/–
MENU
OK
M/m/</,
Presetting channels
manually
Before you start…
Turn on the VCR and the TV.
Set the TV to the video channel.
1 Press MENU, then press M/m to move the
cursor (B) to TUNER PRESET and press
OK.
2 (For SLV-EZ111AZ only)
Press M/m/</, to move the cursor (B)
to COUNTRY, then select either AUS
(Australia) or NZ (New Zealand),
depending on the country you live in.
3 Press M/m/</, to move the cursor (B)
to NORMAL/CATV, then select NORM.
To preset CATV channels, select CATV.
4 Press M/m to move the cursor (B) to
CHANNEL SET.
OK
PLAY
OK
PLAY
OK
PLAY
OK
PLAY
MENU
SELECT
SET
:
[]
:
[
]
PROG10
TUNER PRESET
NORMAL / CATV
AUTO PRESET
CHANNEL SET
AFT
ADD / ERASE
FINE TUNING
NORM
ON
CATV
OFF
ADD ERASE
21
SELECT
SET
:
[]
:
[
]
PROG10
TUNER PRESET
NORMAL / CATV
AUTO PRESET
CHANNEL SET
AFT
ADD / ERASE
FINE TUNING
NORM
ON
CATV
OFF
ADD ERASE
21
SELECT
SET
:
[]
:
[
]
PROG10
TUNER PRESET
NORMAL / CATV
AUTO PRESET
CHANNEL SET
AFT
ADD / ERASE
FINE TUNING
NORM
ON
CATV
OFF
ADD ERASE
21
continued
For SLV-EZ111AZ only
COUNTRY
AUS
•NZ
SELECT
SET
:
[]
:
[
]
PROG10
TUNER PRESET
NORMAL / CATV
AUTO PRESET
CHANNEL SET
AFT
ADD / ERASE
FINE TUNING
NORM
ON
CATV
OFF
ADD ERASE
21
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5 Press PROG +/– to select the programme
position.
6 Press , repeatedly until the channel you
want is displayed. Pressing < goes back
to the previous channels.
The channels are scanned in the following
order:
If you know the number of the channel you want, press the
programme number buttons. For example, for channel 5, first press
“0” and then press “5”. To set channel 5A or 9A, press , after
pressing “0” and “5” or “0” and “9” (SLV-EZ715AS and
SLV-EZ111AZ – when COUNTRY is set to AUS).
7 To allocate another channel to another programme position, repeat
steps 5 and 6.
8 Press OK.
PROG
OK
PLAY
OK
PLAY
SELECT
SET
:
[]
:
[
]
PROG14
TUNER PRESET
NORMAL / CATV
AUTO PRESET
CHANNEL SET
AFT
ADD / ERASE
FINE TUNING
NORM
ON
CATV
OFF
ADD ERASE
35
Presetting channels (continued)
Selected programme
position
SELECT
SET
:
[]
:
[
]
PROG14
TUNER PRESET
NORMAL / CATV
AUTO PRESET
CHANNEL SET
AFT
ADD / ERASE
FINE TUNING
NORM
ON
CATV
OFF
ADD ERASE
21
For customers in
Australia
AS0 to AS12, AS5A, AS9A
AS28 to AS69
S1 to S41, S01 to S05
For customers in New
Zealand
NZ1 to NZ11
E21 to E69
S1 to S41, S01 to S05
Channel coverage
VHF
UHF
CATV
(TV distribution)
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Disabling unwanted programme positions
After presetting channels, you can disable unused programme positions. The
disabled positions will be skipped later when you press the PROG +/–
buttons.
1 Press MENU, then press M/m to move the cursor (B) to TUNER
PRESET and press OK.
2 Press PROG +/– to select the programme position you want to skip.
3 Press M/m/</, to move the cursor (B) to ADD/ERASE, then select
ERASE.
4 Press OK.
If the picture is not clear
Normally, the Auto Fine Tuning (AFT) function automatically tunes in
channels clearly. If, however, the picture is not clear, you may also use the
manual tuning function.
1 Press PROG +/– to select the programme number for which you cannot
obtain a clear picture.
2 Press MENU, then select TUNER PRESET and press OK.
3 Select FINE TUNING.
The fine tuning meter appears.
4 Press </, to get a clearer picture, then press OK.
Note that the AFT (Auto Fine Tuning) setting switches to OFF.
Note
The menu disappears automatically if you do not proceed for more than a few
minutes.
Selected programme position
PROG14
TUNER PRESET
NORMAL / CATV
AUTO PRESET
CHANNEL SET
AFT
ADD / ERASE
FINE TUNING
NORM
ON
CATV
OFF
ADD ERASE
35
SET
:
[
]
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Playing a tape
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.
CLEAR
X PAUSE
x STOP
m REW
Z EJECT
H PLAY
M FF
Basic Operations
DISPLAY
123
456
789
0
COLOR
SYSTEM
x STOP
H PLAY
M FF
m REW
A EJECT
X PAUSE
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If your TV is
PAL
NTSC 4.43
Set NTSC PB to
PAL
4.43
3 Press H PLAY.
When the tape reaches the end, it will rewind automatically.
Additional tasks
To
Stop play
Pause play
Resume play after pause
Fast-forward the tape
Rewind the tape
Eject the tape
If your tape was
recorded in
PAL
NTSC
To set the colour system
If streaks appear during playback, press COLOR SYSTEM on the VCR to
conform to the system that the tape was recorded in. (Normally, the colour
system is correctly set whenever the tape is inserted.)
Press COLOR SYSTEM until the indication
below appears in the display window
PAL
NTSC
To play an NTSC-recorded tape
Set NTSC PB in the SET UP MENU according to the colour system of your
TV. For details, see page 47.
Press
x STOP
X PAUSE
X PAUSE or H PLAY
) FF during stop
m REW during stop
Z EJECT
OK
PLAY
continued
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To use the time counter
At the point on the tape that you want to find later, press CLEAR. The
counter in the display window resets to “0:00:00.” Search for the point
afterwards by referring to the counter.
To display the counter on the TV screen, press DISPLAY. Press DISPLAY
again and the counter will disappear from the TV screen.
Notes
The counter resets to “0:00:00” whenever a tape is reinserted.
The counter stops counting when it comes to a portion with no recording.
While setting the menu on the TV screen, you cannot use the H PLAY, X PAUSE,
M FF, m REW or x STOP buttons. These buttons are used for menu operations.
If a tape has portions recorded in both PAL and NTSC systems, the time counter
reading will not be correct. This is due to the difference between the counting cycles
of the two colour systems.
Depending on your TV, the following may occur while playing an NTSC-recorded
tape:
– the picture is black and white
– the picture shakes
– no picture appears on the TV screen
– black streaks appear horizontally on the TV screen
– the colour density increases or decreases.
Tapes recorded in the LP mode of other NTSC system VCRs can be played back on
this VCR, but the picture quality cannot be guaranteed.
SP
APC
Playing a tape (continued)
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