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St e p 3
Co n n e ct in g t h e VCR
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Connect AERIAL OUT of the VCR and
the aerial input of your TV using the
supplied aerial cable.
Video Cassette Recorder
Connect the aerial to your VCR and TV as
shown below to watch TV programmes and
video 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.
Operating Instructions
AERIAL
OUT
IN
SLV-SP70R
PAL NTSC
©1999 by Sony Corporation
Connect the mains lead to the mains.
Co n n e ct in g t h e a e ria l
Getting Started
Ad d it io n a l co n n e ct io n s
St e p 1
To a TV that has audio/video input jacks
This additional connection improves picture
and sound quality. Connect the TV as
shown below.
Un p a ckin g
Aerial cable (supplied)
AERIAL OUT
Check that you have received the following
items with the VCR:
If you want to use the Trinitron TV Synchro
Play function, this connection is necessary.
(If your TV has two or more inputs, connect
the audio/ video cable to the VIDEO IN 1
jacks.)
• Remote commander
• Aerial cable
This VCR
AERIAL IN
AUDIO VIDEO
LINE IN
LINE OUT
to mains
TV
: Signal flow
• R6 (Size AA) batteries
IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
1
Disconnect the aerial cable from your
TV and connect it to AERIAL IN on the
rear panel of the VCR.
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
AERIAL
OUT
IN
St e p 4
Tu n in g yo u r TV t o
t h e VCR
3
Tune the TV until the video picture
below is clearly displayed on the TV
screen.
If you have connected your VCR to the TV
using the audio/ video cable, skip this step.
St e p 2
Remote sensor
SONY
Se t t in g u p t h e
?/1 ON/STANDBY · PLAY
VIDEO CASSETTE PLAYER
re m o t e co m m a n d e r
In se rt in g t h e b a t t e rie s
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by
Refer to your TV manual for tuning
instructions.
matching the + and – on the batteries to the
diagram inside the battery compartment.
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.
TV/VIDEO
a (TV pow er)
?/1
1
2
Press ?/1 ON/ STANDBY to turn on
the VCR.
Insert the negative (–) end first, then push
in and down until the positive (+) end
clicks into position.
(on/standby)
ON/STANDBY
PROG (CH) +/–
To obtain a clear playback picture
VOL +/–
If the video picture does not appear clearly
in step 3 above, turn the RF CHANNEL
screw on the rear panel of the VCR with a
screwdriver to a position where the TV
clearly displays the playback picture.
Turn on your TV and select a
programme position for the video
picture.
To
Press
This channel will now be referred to as
the video channel.
Turn the TV to standby
or active mode
?/1 (on/ standby)
Some TV has the programme position,
such as 0, that is reserved for a VCR. In
this case, select that programme
position for the video picture. Refer to
the instruction manual of your TV for
details.
To select the TV system
Turn on the TV power
a (TV power)
For your TV to receive the correct signal
from your VCR you must set the TV
SYSTEM switch on the rear panel of the
VCR to either G (for system B/ G) or K (for
system D/ K). If this switch is set to the
wrong position, the sound will be distorted.
Increase (+) or decrease (–)
the TV volume
VOL +/ –
Usin g t h e re m o t e co m m a n d e r
Change the TV
programme position
PROG (CH) +/ –
TV/ VIDEO
You can use this remote commander to
operate the VCR and a Sony TV. To operate
this VCR, point at the remote sensor on the
VCR. To operate the TV, point at the remote
sensor on the TV. Buttons in the shaded
area of the remote commander 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.
Select an input source
of the TV either from aerial
in or from line in
RF CHANNEL
Notes
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With normal use, the batteries should last
about three to six months.
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If you do not use the remote commander for an
extended period of time, remove the batteries
to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
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Do not use a new battery with an old one.
Do not use different types of batteries.
TV SYSTEM
G
K
Op e ra t io n (w h e n re co rd in g o n
t h is VCR)
You can make a copy of a tape using this
VCR for recording or playback. The VCR
cannot record TV programmes directly since
it does not have a TV tuner.
To p re p a re t h e Syn ch ro n ise d
re co rd in g
Ed it in g w it h
a n o t h e r VCR
Syn ch ro n ise d
re co rd in g
SYNCHRO REC
The Synchronised Recording feature
enables you to record from the connected
equipment such as a satellite tuner, a cable
TV decoder or a TV that has a timer
function. Once you set the timer on the
other equipment, the VCR will start
recording the programme synchronised
with the timer.
Ho w t o co n n e ct t o re co rd o n
t h is VCR
X PAUSE z REC
TV
TAPE SPEED
1
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Set the timer on the equipment to the
time of the programme you want to
record, then turn the equipment off.
Ho w t o co n n e ct t o u se t h is
fu n ct io n
Connect the other equipment to the LINE
IN jacks of this VCR.
TAPE SPEED
This VCR (Recorder)
Before you start editing
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.
This VCR (Recorder)
LINE IN
CONNECT
LINE-1
Set TAPE SPEED to select the tape
speed (SP or LP for the PAL colour
system and SP or EP for the NTSC
colour system).
1
Set TAPE SPEED to select the tape
speed (SP or LP for the PAL colour
system and SP or EP for the NTSC
colour system).
Other VCR (Player)
TV
OTHERS
LINE IN
LP provides a recording time twice as
long as SP. EP provides a recording time
three times as SP. However, SP
LINE OUT
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Hold SYNCHRO REC down for more
than two seconds.
TV, Satellite tuner, etc.
The SYNCHRO REC button lights up
and the VCR stands by for recording.
produces better picture quality.
LINE OUT
VMC-710HG/720HG audio/video cable
(not supplied)
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Insert a source tape with its safety tab
removed into the other (playback) VCR.
Search for the point to start playback
and set it to playback pause.
The VCR automatically turns on and starts
recording when it receives audio/ video
signals from the connected equipment.
: Signal flow
VMC-710HG/720HG audio/video cable
(not supplied)
Insert a tape with its safety tab in place
into this (recording) VCR. Search for the
point to start recording and press
X PAUSE.
Tip
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Use a commercially available connecting cable
such as the Sony VMC-710HG/ 720HG. If the
other VCR has the AUDIO L and R jacks, use a
connecting cable such as the Sony VMC-
910HG (3-phono to 2-phono).
: Signal flow
To cancel the Synchronised recording
Press SYNCHRO REC so that the button’s
light turns off.
Setting the CONNECT LINE-1 sw itch
When you connect the other equipment to
the LINE IN jacks, set the CONNECT LINE-1
switch on the rear of the VCR following the
table below to allow better signal
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5
Press z REC on this VCR to set it to
recording pause.
To stop recording
Notes
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Make sure you connect the plugs to jacks of the
same colour.
Press x STOP while recording.
To start editing, press the X PAUSE
buttons on both VCRs at the same time.
The VCR automatically stops recording
when the tape reaches the end or when the
other equipment stops transmitting the
audio/ video signals.
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If you connected this VCR to both the LINE IN
and LINE OUT jacks of the other VCR, select
the input correctly to prevent a humming
noise.
Make sure you set the CONNECT LINE-1
switch to OTHERS.
transmission to your TV.
If the VCR is
connected to
Set the CONNECT LINE-1
sw itch to
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To stop editing
TV
TV
Notes
Press the x STOP buttons on both VCRs.
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Some TVs or other equipment automatically
turn off in a certain time if you do not operate
it after it turns on with the timer. In this case
the Synchronised Recording also stops
automatically.
The Synchronised Recording starts and stops
according to the signals from the connected
equipment. Refer also to the instruction
manual of the connected equipment for its
timer function.
Some equipment keeps transmitting signals
even though the power is off. In this case, the
Synchronised Recording feature does not work
because the VCR will not be able to know
when to start recording.
Satellite, cable TV
decoder, etc.
OTHERS
To check the remaining tape length
Press DISPLAY.
The white bar indicates the approximate
length of the tape recording.
LINE 1
STEREO
Remaining tape
length
–
S
E
:
:
0
00 22
Time counter
To turn the display off, press DISPLAY
again.
To save a recording
To prevent accidental erasure, break off the
safety tab as illustrated. To record on a tape
again, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
Safety tab
Tips
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To edit more precisely, press the X PAUSE
buttons on the VCRs to release pause.
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To cut out unwanted scenes while editing,
press X PAUSE on this VCR when an
unwanted scene begins. When that scene ends,
press X PAUSE again to resume recording.
Additional Information
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Do not install the VCR in an inclined position. It
is designed to be operated in a horizontal
position only.
Keep the VCR and cassettes away from
equipment with strong magnets, such as
microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.
Wa rn in g
Tro u b le sh o o t in g
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the
VCR to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
If you have any questions or problems not covered below, please consult your nearest Sony
service facility.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
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Do not place heavy objects on the VCR.
If the VCR 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 VCR, or
when you move it from a cold to a warm
location, wait for about one hour before
operating the VCR.
Symptom
Remedy
The ?/1 ON/ STANDBY switch does
not function.
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Connect the mains lead securely.
The mains lead must only be changed at a
qualified service shop.
The power is turned on but the
VCR does not operate.
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Moisture condensation has occured. Turn the power
off, unplug the mains lead and leave the VCR to dry
for over an hour.
Precautions
Safety
The VCR enters standby mode
or turns off automatically.
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The auto safety system is triggered to protect your
tape and the VCR’s mechanism when there is
something wrong with the tape or when the
mechanism is overloaded. Press ?/1 ON/ STANDBY
to restart the VCR. If the VCR does not work after
pressing ?/1 ON/ STANDBY again, disconnect the
mains lead from the mains. Wait for at least 15
seconds. Then reconnect the mains, and press
?/1 ON/ STANDBY again. If the VCR still does not
work, please consult your nearest Sony service
facility.
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This VCR operates on 110 – 240 V AC,
50/ 60 Hz. Check that the VCR’s operating
voltage is identical with your local power
supply.
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.
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If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the
VCR and have it checked by qualified personnel
before operating it any further.
The VCR is not disconnected from the mains as
long as it is connected to the mains, even if the
VCR itself has been turned off.
Unplug the VCR from the mains if you do not
intend to use it for an extended period of time.
To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug,
never by the cord.
Compatible colour systems
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This VCR is designed to record and play back
using the PAL, MESECAM, NTSC 3.58 and
NTSC 4.43 colour systems. Recording of video
sources based on other colour systems cannot be
guaranteed.
Tapes recorded with the NTSC colour system
can be played back on this VCR using a TV or a
colour monitor for the PAL colour system.
The playback picture does not
appear on the TV screen.
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Make sure the TV is set to the video channel. If you
are using a monitor, set it to video input.
The picture is not clear.
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Adjust the tracking with the v/V NORMAL/ SLOW/
STILL ADJUST buttons.
Make sure the COLOR SYSTEM switch is set to the
position corresponding to the colour system which
the tape was recorded with.
Installing
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Allow adequate air circulation to prevent
internal heat buildup.
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Do not place the VCR on surfaces (rugs,
blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,
draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.
Do not install the VCR near heat sources such as
radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to
direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical
vibration or shock.
To play back tapes recorded with the PAL and
MESECAM colour systems, you need a TV or
colour monitor compatible with these systems.
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The video heads are dirty (see below). Clean the
video heads using the Sony T-25CLD, T-25CLW or
E-25CLDR video head cleaning cassette. If these
cleaning cassettes are not available in your area, have
the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony service facility
(a standard service charge will be required). Do not
use a commercially available liquid type cleaning
cassette, as it may damage the video heads.
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The video heads may have to be replaced. Consult
your local Sony service facility for more information.
The picture rolls vertically
during picture search.
Adjust the vertical hold control on the TV or monitor.
Sp e cifica t io n s
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The tape is defective.
If you made A/ V connections, check the audio cable
connection.
The picture has no sound.
Syst e m
Colour system
PAL, MESECAM, NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43
RF output signal
UHF channels 30 to 39
(B/ G, D/ K)
Aerial out
Ge n e ra l
Power requirements
110 – 240 V AC, 50/ 60 Hz
Power consumption
12 W
Operating temperature
5°C to 40°C
Storage temperature
–20°C to 60°C
Dimensions
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The safety tab has been removed. To record on this
tape, cover the tab hole.
The tape starts playing as soon
as it is inserted.
Check that the safety tab has not been removed
The tape is ejected when you
press r REC.
75-ohm asymmetrical aerial socket
Nothing happens when you
press r REC.
Make sure the tape is not at its end.
In p u t s a n d o u t p u t s
LINE IN
Check that a tape is not already in the tape
compartment.
A tape cannot be inserted.
Approx. 355 × 96 × 293 mm (w/ h/ d)
including projecting parts and controls
Mass
VIDEO IN, phono jack (1)
Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO IN, phono jack (1)
Input level: 327 mVrms
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Make sure you are pointing the remote commander at
the remote sensor on the VCR.
Replace all the batteries in the remote commander
with new ones if they are weak.
The remote commander does
not function.
Approx. 3.8 kg
Su p p lie d a cce sso rie s
Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms
Remote commander (1)
R6 (Size AA) batteries (2)
Aerial cable (1)
LINE OUT
The VCR needs to be cleaned.
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Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a dry soft
cloth, or a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent,
such as alcohol or benzine.
VIDEO OUT, phono jack (1)
Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO OUT, phono jack (1)
Standard output: 327 mVrms
Load impedance: 47 kilohms
Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
The indicator lights on the unit are flashing.
The RESOLUTION CONTROL II
menu appears automatically.
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The demonstration mode has been turned on. Cancel
the demonstration mode by pressing STD PICT.
Auto head cleaner
The VCR incorporates an auto head cleaner which cleans the video heads when
a tape is loaded or unloaded. When the heads are not sufficiently clean, even after
a tape has been loaded/ unloaded several times, use a video head cleaning cassette.
Symptoms caused by contaminated video heads
• Normal picture
• Rough picture
• Unclear picture
• No picture (or
black & w hite
screen appears)
terminal
initial
contamination
De m o n st ra t io n m o d e
The demonstration mode will
activate when you press STD PICT
and the RESOLUTION CONTROL II
down button on the unit at the same
time.
When demonstration mode starts during
power off and Synchronised Recording
off, the indicator lights on the unit flash.
To cancel the demonstration mode
Press STD PICT.
When demonstration mode starts
during playback, RESOLUTION
CONTROL II menu appears and the
level of picture adjustment changes
automatically.
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