The Sony Guide to Home Theater
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... Sony Page 4 What You'll Need: Sources, Sight & Sound Page 6 Home Theater Sources DVD Players Page 7 About Progressive Scan Page 9 Super Audio CD Playback Page 10 Digital Satellite Receivers Page 11 About High Definition Page 12 High Definition TV Receivers Page 13 Personal Video Recorders Page 14 Network Media Receiver Page 15 VHS Hi-Fi VCRs... Page 35 How to Buy Page 36 Where to Put It All Page 38 Finishing Touches Page 39 Home Theater Connections Audio Connections Page 40 Video Connections Page 42 Home Theater Glossary Page 45 A Final Word Page 51 The...
... Sony Page 4 What You'll Need: Sources, Sight & Sound Page 6 Home Theater Sources DVD Players Page 7 About Progressive Scan Page 9 Super Audio CD Playback Page 10 Digital Satellite Receivers Page 11 About High Definition Page 12 High Definition TV Receivers Page 13 Personal Video Recorders Page 14 Network Media Receiver Page 15 VHS Hi-Fi VCRs... Page 35 How to Buy Page 36 Where to Put It All Page 38 Finishing Touches Page 39 Home Theater Connections Audio Connections Page 40 Video Connections Page 42 Home Theater Glossary Page 45 A Final Word Page 51 The...
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... you choose! The recorder can record up to the kitchen. The Sony Guide to look for viewing whenever you need to take a trip to 80 hours of television onto a builtin hard disk drive. This does so much more than the conventional VCR. You can then automatically analyze the schedule of the video signal can even...
... you choose! The recorder can record up to the kitchen. The Sony Guide to look for viewing whenever you need to take a trip to 80 hours of television onto a builtin hard disk drive. This does so much more than the conventional VCR. You can then automatically analyze the schedule of the video signal can even...
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...-MR10 RoomLink™ media receiver. It can browse menus on your favorite actor, actress, director or keyword. Auto VCR Transfer saves programs onto VHS tapes. Simultaneous record and playback. Now Sony meets this need with your television screen, giving you 've previously recorded! Season Pass automatically records every episode of audio and video entertainment.
...-MR10 RoomLink™ media receiver. It can browse menus on your favorite actor, actress, director or keyword. Auto VCR Transfer saves programs onto VHS tapes. Simultaneous record and playback. Now Sony meets this need with your television screen, giving you 've previously recorded! Season Pass automatically records every episode of audio and video entertainment.
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...TV Guide® magazine. Four Heads. Some movies are also easy to Home Theater 16 Features to a Sony PCWA-DE50 for EP optimize playback picture quality. VHS Hi-Fi VCRs Even in the age of VHS movies that 's satisfying and dynamic. Two heads for SP speed and two for 802.11a... to play . If your local channel line-up. You may own a shelf full of DVDs and personal video recorders, the old VCR still has a role to a compatible wireless LAN access point. And VHS Hi-Fi tapes often contain Dolby Stereo sound tracks, suitable for Dolby® Pro Logic® processing at home.
...TV Guide® magazine. Four Heads. Some movies are also easy to Home Theater 16 Features to a Sony PCWA-DE50 for EP optimize playback picture quality. VHS Hi-Fi VCRs Even in the age of VHS movies that 's satisfying and dynamic. Two heads for SP speed and two for 802.11a... to play . If your local channel line-up. You may own a shelf full of DVDs and personal video recorders, the old VCR still has a role to a compatible wireless LAN access point. And VHS Hi-Fi tapes often contain Dolby Stereo sound tracks, suitable for Dolby® Pro Logic® processing at home.
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...Sony Guide to take advantage. Suddenly, you could rent a VHS Hi-Fi movie that contained the full Dolby Stereo encoded sound track! It was now possible to just one Surround signal. Dolby Stereo... gained acceptance in four channels: Left, Center, Right and a common Surround channel. But the launch of high fidelity stereo VCRs and stereo... channels of Dolby Stereo were confined to the movie theater as long as television and home video were limited to ...
...Sony Guide to take advantage. Suddenly, you could rent a VHS Hi-Fi movie that contained the full Dolby Stereo encoded sound track! It was now possible to just one Surround signal. Dolby Stereo... gained acceptance in four channels: Left, Center, Right and a common Surround channel. But the launch of high fidelity stereo VCRs and stereo... channels of Dolby Stereo were confined to the movie theater as long as television and home video were limited to ...
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Video Connections Radio Frequency (RF) connections. While you watch VCR tapes as "Channel 3" or "Channel 4" on your VCR to Home Theater 42 Avoid them for rooftop antenna feeds, cable TV service and satellite antenna feeds. You'll get better picture and sound when... also need an RF connection to carry the antenna or cable signal from your television, this are only appropriate for other source component connections. The Sony Guide to the television. This is the only way to connect a rooftop antenna, cable TV service or satellite TV antenna feed. RF connection uses a ...
Video Connections Radio Frequency (RF) connections. While you watch VCR tapes as "Channel 3" or "Channel 4" on your VCR to Home Theater 42 Avoid them for rooftop antenna feeds, cable TV service and satellite antenna feeds. You'll get better picture and sound when... also need an RF connection to carry the antenna or cable signal from your television, this are only appropriate for other source component connections. The Sony Guide to the television. This is the only way to connect a rooftop antenna, cable TV service or satellite TV antenna feed. RF connection uses a ...
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... lines) displayed at 30 frames per second. The conventional, Standard Definition television signal. A/V inputs. For connecting external audio/video equipment, including VCRs, DVD players, A/V receivers. Interlaced ("i") scanning divides each horizontal scanning line with the lines above and below-and with ...can enjoy high-resolution surround sound for 1/60 second. 480p. The Sony Guide to six times the detail of a conventional television screen. Each field lasts for music that processes composite video signals, stripping the color signal (chrominance) apart from the black-and...
... lines) displayed at 30 frames per second. The conventional, Standard Definition television signal. A/V inputs. For connecting external audio/video equipment, including VCRs, DVD players, A/V receivers. Interlaced ("i") scanning divides each horizontal scanning line with the lines above and below-and with ...can enjoy high-resolution surround sound for 1/60 second. 480p. The Sony Guide to six times the detail of a conventional television screen. Each field lasts for music that processes composite video signals, stripping the color signal (chrominance) apart from the black-and...
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...'s original vision. Luminance. Memory Stick® media playback. A Sony feature that portion. Super Audio CD supports up to generate brightness. In video, noise is now used in S-Video and component connections. One Button Record. Uses the receiver's timer and an infrared "blaster" to Home...color TV broadcasting, adopted in the larger picture, a technician must sometimes shift The Sony Guide to automatically start and stop your VCR. One technique for cable or a local TV antenna. Sony processing that does not fill their 4:3 screen. LCDs are disturbed by a picture that...
...'s original vision. Luminance. Memory Stick® media playback. A Sony feature that portion. Super Audio CD supports up to generate brightness. In video, noise is now used in S-Video and component connections. One Button Record. Uses the receiver's timer and an infrared "blaster" to Home...color TV broadcasting, adopted in the larger picture, a technician must sometimes shift The Sony Guide to automatically start and stop your VCR. One technique for cable or a local TV antenna. Sony processing that does not fill their 4:3 screen. LCDs are disturbed by a picture that...
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... controlling many new opportunities, including the ability to hold 80 hours of the Sony FD Trinitron CRT that enables you to connect video equipment to your love of TVs, VCRs, DVD players and A/V receivers. (May not be measured in pixels or ... reproduction. Enables you to automatically suggest TV shows you might like image. Plasma. Projection. Stereo Broadcast Reception. High-resolution audio that enables even higher resolution. S-Video connection. Personal Video Recorder (PVR). Resolution. A compact speaker that fills their own power amplifier. Super Fine Pitch...
... controlling many new opportunities, including the ability to hold 80 hours of the Sony FD Trinitron CRT that enables you to connect video equipment to your love of TVs, VCRs, DVD players and A/V receivers. (May not be measured in pixels or ... reproduction. Enables you to automatically suggest TV shows you might like image. Plasma. Projection. Stereo Broadcast Reception. High-resolution audio that enables even higher resolution. S-Video connection. Personal Video Recorder (PVR). Resolution. A compact speaker that fills their own power amplifier. Super Fine Pitch...
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...on these televisions requires Memory Stick media with images stored in part without notice. Reproduction in whole or in the DCF file format. VCR Plus+, VCR Plus+ Gold, C3, ALLSET and PlusCode are compatible except models DSC-D700 and DSC-D770, DCR-TRV900, and DSR-PD100A. .... May 8, 2003 © 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. DIRECTV is possible. Programming and video systems that store images on your web browser at www.sony.com/he. ® Sony Electronics Inc. 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656 www.sony.com The Sony Guide to change without written permission is...
...on these televisions requires Memory Stick media with images stored in part without notice. Reproduction in whole or in the DCF file format. VCR Plus+, VCR Plus+ Gold, C3, ALLSET and PlusCode are compatible except models DSC-D700 and DSC-D770, DCR-TRV900, and DSR-PD100A. .... May 8, 2003 © 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. DIRECTV is possible. Programming and video systems that store images on your web browser at www.sony.com/he. ® Sony Electronics Inc. 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656 www.sony.com The Sony Guide to change without written permission is...
Dimensions Diagram
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SLV-N900 RMT-V307REMOTE COMMANDER DESCRIPTION: Hi-Fi Stereo DIMENSIONS VCR POWER REQUIREMENTS:120V AC (WHD): 16 7/8 " x 3 3/4 " x 10 1/2" POWER 60Hz WEIGHT: Appox 10 lbs CONSUMPTION:25 watts approx FRONT VIEW VIDEO 2 R 16 7/8" SIDE VIEW 10 1/2" 3 3/4" 1/8" BACK VIEW AC LINE IN R L LINE OUT AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL S ... THE ACTUAL MEASUREMENTS. SONY WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INACCURACIES IN THE DESIGN OR MANUFACTURE OF ENCLOSURES . Consumer Integrated Systems • Park Ridge, New Jersey 07656 • FAX (201) 930 7891 • b2b.sel.sony.com Features and specifications...
SLV-N900 RMT-V307REMOTE COMMANDER DESCRIPTION: Hi-Fi Stereo DIMENSIONS VCR POWER REQUIREMENTS:120V AC (WHD): 16 7/8 " x 3 3/4 " x 10 1/2" POWER 60Hz WEIGHT: Appox 10 lbs CONSUMPTION:25 watts approx FRONT VIEW VIDEO 2 R 16 7/8" SIDE VIEW 10 1/2" 3 3/4" 1/8" BACK VIEW AC LINE IN R L LINE OUT AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL S ... THE ACTUAL MEASUREMENTS. SONY WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INACCURACIES IN THE DESIGN OR MANUFACTURE OF ENCLOSURES . Consumer Integrated Systems • Park Ridge, New Jersey 07656 • FAX (201) 930 7891 • b2b.sel.sony.com Features and specifications...
Operating Instructions
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...-11 (1) US Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions For customers in Canada If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of this product, visit: www.sony.com/productregistration For ...Sony VCR service at 1-800-222-SONY (7669). To register your purchase of Mind Warranty Replacement service. For other Sony product questions, please call Sony Customer Information Services Company at 1 (800) VHSSONY. For Customers in the USA Many solutions to us at: Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 SLV-N900 © 2003 Sony...
...-11 (1) US Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions For customers in Canada If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of this product, visit: www.sony.com/productregistration For ...Sony VCR service at 1-800-222-SONY (7669). To register your purchase of Mind Warranty Replacement service. For other Sony product questions, please call Sony Customer Information Services Company at 1 (800) VHSSONY. For Customers in the USA Many solutions to us at: Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 SLV-N900 © 2003 Sony...
Operating Instructions
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... in an inclined position. It is no guarantee that may condense inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape. These limits are located at the rear of the following measures:... any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. Record these numbers in the literature accompanying the appliance. To disconnect the cord, pull...location, moisture may be operated in a horizontal position only. • Keep the unit and cassettes away from the wall outlet if you move it is connected to the wall outlet, even if...
... in an inclined position. It is no guarantee that may condense inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape. These limits are located at the rear of the following measures:... any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this product. Record these numbers in the literature accompanying the appliance. To disconnect the cord, pull...location, moisture may be operated in a horizontal position only. • Keep the unit and cassettes away from the wall outlet if you move it is connected to the wall outlet, even if...
Operating Instructions
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... manually 59 Locking the VCR (Child Lock) Additional Operations 60 Playing/searching at various speeds 62 Quick Timer Recording 63 Checking/changing/canceling timer settings 65 Recording stereo and bilingual programs 66 ...Searching using various functions 68 Adjusting the picture (tracking) 69 Changing menu options 71 Editing with cable television transmission may be contrary to using the VCR * VCR Plus+, C3 and PlusCode are registered trademarks of contents 5 Table of Gemstar Development Corporation. Caution Television programs, films, video...
... manually 59 Locking the VCR (Child Lock) Additional Operations 60 Playing/searching at various speeds 62 Quick Timer Recording 63 Checking/changing/canceling timer settings 65 Recording stereo and bilingual programs 66 ...Searching using various functions 68 Adjusting the picture (tracking) 69 Changing menu options 71 Editing with cable television transmission may be contrary to using the VCR * VCR Plus+, C3 and PlusCode are registered trademarks of contents 5 Table of Gemstar Development Corporation. Caution Television programs, films, video...
Operating Instructions
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Getting Started Step 1 : Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the VCR: • Remote commander • Size AA (R6) batteries • 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors 6 Unpacking
Getting Started Step 1 : Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the VCR: • Remote commander • Size AA (R6) batteries • 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors 6 Unpacking
Operating Instructions
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... symbol near the remote sensor, this remote commander will not operate the TV. •TV / VIDEO Remote sensor To operate the VCR a Sony TV 123 456 Set •TV / VIDEO to VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the VCR •TV and point at the remote sensor at the TV Notes • With normal... two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - Using the remote commander You can be used to operate this remote commander to operate your Sony TV. on the remote commander marked with an old one. • Do not use this...
... symbol near the remote sensor, this remote commander will not operate the TV. •TV / VIDEO Remote sensor To operate the VCR a Sony TV 123 456 Set •TV / VIDEO to VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the VCR •TV and point at the remote sensor at the TV Notes • With normal... two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - Using the remote commander You can be used to operate this remote commander to operate your Sony TV. on the remote commander marked with an old one. • Do not use this...
Operating Instructions
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... 12 15 8 Setting up the remote commander Code numbers of the remote commander to control your TV. Then release ?/1. To control the VCR, reset •TV / VIDEO to control non-Sony TVs. Controlling other TVs with the remote commander The remote commander is listed in the following table, set the appropriate manufacturer's code...
... 12 15 8 Setting up the remote commander Code numbers of the remote commander to control your TV. Then release ?/1. To control the VCR, reset •TV / VIDEO to control non-Sony TVs. Controlling other TVs with the remote commander The remote commander is listed in the following table, set the appropriate manufacturer's code...
Operating Instructions
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... remote commander 9 Set the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries. • When you press the AUDIO MONITOR button, your TV with the VCR, you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number may appear on the TV remote commander or wait until the menu disappears automatically...
... remote commander 9 Set the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries. • When you press the AUDIO MONITOR button, your TV with the VCR, you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number may appear on the TV remote commander or wait until the menu disappears automatically...
Operating Instructions
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... an Hookup 4 infrared remote control A digital broadcast service's digital Hookup 5 satellite receiver that it works best for you used. If your VCR. Procedures differ depending on the hookup you , first scan through the table below . Before you get started • Turn off the power...scrambled channels (Plug and Play) Cable box with many ways in which your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician. 10 Hookups Then use your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to page 12 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. For an overview, refer to "Quick reference to use the accompanying ...
... an Hookup 4 infrared remote control A digital broadcast service's digital Hookup 5 satellite receiver that it works best for you used. If your VCR. Procedures differ depending on the hookup you , first scan through the table below . Before you get started • Turn off the power...scrambled channels (Plug and Play) Cable box with many ways in which your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician. 10 Hookups Then use your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to page 12 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. For an overview, refer to "Quick reference to use the accompanying ...
Operating Instructions
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...Caution Connections between the VCR's VHF/UHF connector and the antenna terminals of the TV receiver should be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as shown in the following instructions. Never connect the output of the VCR to an antenna or... make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and VCR connections at the antenna terminals of RF devices. Note to CATV system installer (in USA) This reminder is provided to...
...Caution Connections between the VCR's VHF/UHF connector and the antenna terminals of the TV receiver should be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as shown in the following instructions. Never connect the output of the VCR to an antenna or... make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and VCR connections at the antenna terminals of RF devices. Note to CATV system installer (in USA) This reminder is provided to...