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... USA If you have any questions about your Sony DVD-VCR, you may call Sony Customer Information Services Company at : Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 SLV-D300P © 2003 Sony Corporation Or write to us at 1-800-VHS-SONY (847-7669). 3-083-945-14 (1) US DVD Player/ Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions For...
... USA If you have any questions about your Sony DVD-VCR, you may call Sony Customer Information Services Company at : Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 SLV-D300P © 2003 Sony Corporation Or write to us at 1-800-VHS-SONY (847-7669). 3-083-945-14 (1) US DVD Player/ Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions For...
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Getting Started Step 1 : Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR: • Remote commander • Size AA (R6) batteries • 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors • Audio/video cord (pinplug ×3 y pinplug ×3) Note • The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR. 8 Unpacking
Getting Started Step 1 : Unpacking Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR: • Remote commander • Size AA (R6) batteries • 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors • Audio/video cord (pinplug ×3 y pinplug ×3) Note • The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR. 8 Unpacking
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VCR and a Sony TV. Buttons on the batteries to operate this TV / DVD·VIDEO remote commander will not SELECT VIDEO operate the TV. on the... to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD and point at the remote sensor at the DVD-VCR DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the DVD-VCR TV and point at the remote sensor at your Sony TV.... batteries Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - SELECT DVD To operate the DVD player the VCR your TV Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to direct light from the sun or lighting apparatus. If the TV does...
VCR and a Sony TV. Buttons on the batteries to operate this TV / DVD·VIDEO remote commander will not SELECT VIDEO operate the TV. on the... to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD and point at the remote sensor at the DVD-VCR DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the DVD-VCR TV and point at the remote sensor at your Sony TV.... batteries Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and - SELECT DVD To operate the DVD player the VCR your TV Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to direct light from the sun or lighting apparatus. If the TV does...
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... Setting up the remote commander Controlling other TVs with a dot (•) to control a Sony TV. To control the DVD-VCR, reset TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO. * for Sony TV only Code numbers of the remote commander to control non-Sony TVs. Now you find the one that works with your TV. Then release ?/1. If...
... Setting up the remote commander Controlling other TVs with a dot (•) to control a Sony TV. To control the DVD-VCR, reset TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO. * for Sony TV only Code numbers of the remote commander to control non-Sony TVs. Now you find the one that works with your TV. Then release ?/1. If...
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Setting up the remote commander 11 Getting Started Notes • If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased. • If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one programed to work with the DVD-VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander. • When you replace the batteries. Set the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number may change.
Setting up the remote commander 11 Getting Started Notes • If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased. • If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one programed to work with the DVD-VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander. • When you replace the batteries. Set the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number may change.
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...cause picture distortion. • If your TV does not match any of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician. To hook up your DVD-VCR so that it works best for setup. Procedures differ depending on the following instructions. Then follow the instructions for... the hookup you , first scan through the table below. If you connect the AC power cord before connecting. • Turn off the power to use and operation of RF devices. Step 3 : Basic hookups Before you make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and DVD-VCR connections at the antenna terminals ...
...cause picture distortion. • If your TV does not match any of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician. To hook up your DVD-VCR so that it works best for setup. Procedures differ depending on the following instructions. Then follow the instructions for... the hookup you , first scan through the table below. If you connect the AC power cord before connecting. • Turn off the power to use and operation of RF devices. Step 3 : Basic hookups Before you make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and DVD-VCR connections at the antenna terminals ...
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..., you will optimize the picture and sound for antenna or cable hookups. If you want to the AUDIO IN jack on this hookup if your DVD-VCR to record programs, you only need to the following pages for antenna or cable hookups. Note that "Advanced Hookups" (page 44) explains additional ... or cable TV programs, complete these connections. A Use this hookup if your TV. continued Basic hookups 13 If your TV does not have stereo jacks DVD-VCR Stereo receiver TV Video cord (not supplied) Audio cord (not supplied) Notes • To play a tape/disc in stereo, you must use your...
..., you will optimize the picture and sound for antenna or cable hookups. If you want to the AUDIO IN jack on this hookup if your DVD-VCR to record programs, you only need to the following pages for antenna or cable hookups. Note that "Advanced Hookups" (page 44) explains additional ... or cable TV programs, complete these connections. A Use this hookup if your TV. continued Basic hookups 13 If your TV does not have stereo jacks DVD-VCR Stereo receiver TV Video cord (not supplied) Audio cord (not supplied) Notes • To play a tape/disc in stereo, you must use your...
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... UHF connection is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an external antenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the DVD-VCR directly If your or TV: A, B, or C. B UHF or VHF C UHF B Use this hookup if you are using: • VHF/UHF antenna (you get channels... 2-13 and channels 14 and higher) • UHF-only antenna (you get channels 14 and higher) • Separate VHF and UHF antennas DVD-VCR Rear of TV VHF/UHF A Match the type of connector on your or VHF TV: A, B, or C. Hookup 1 (Plug and Play) Antenna hookup Make the...
... UHF connection is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an external antenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the DVD-VCR directly If your or TV: A, B, or C. B UHF or VHF C UHF B Use this hookup if you are using: • VHF/UHF antenna (you get channels... 2-13 and channels 14 and higher) • UHF-only antenna (you get channels 14 and higher) • Separate VHF and UHF antennas DVD-VCR Rear of TV VHF/UHF A Match the type of connector on your or VHF TV: A, B, or C. Hookup 1 (Plug and Play) Antenna hookup Make the...
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... some TV channels. To change the on-screen display language to AC outlet The DVD-VCR starts presetting the clock and channels. The DVD-VCR automatically presets the DVD-VCR's clock and TV channels when the DVD-VCR is incorrect, or "--:--" appears in the display window, see "Presetting/disabling channels ..." on page 19. AC power cord When Auto preset is set . Getting Started Hookup 1 : DVD-VCR setup Plug the DVD-VCR into the AC outlet. Notes • If you purchase the DVD-VCR. • Auto preset can be incorrectly set using a time signal provided by pressing x STOP on...
... some TV channels. To change the on-screen display language to AC outlet The DVD-VCR starts presetting the clock and channels. The DVD-VCR automatically presets the DVD-VCR's clock and TV channels when the DVD-VCR is incorrect, or "--:--" appears in the display window, see "Presetting/disabling channels ..." on page 19. AC power cord When Auto preset is set . Getting Started Hookup 1 : DVD-VCR setup Plug the DVD-VCR into the AC outlet. Notes • If you purchase the DVD-VCR. • Auto preset can be incorrectly set using a time signal provided by pressing x STOP on...
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... not have a cable box. Cable box Rear of TV VHF/UHF A Match the type of connector or on the VCR What you cannot do • Record scrambled channels that require a cable box Wall DVD-VCR Connect this cable directly to your TV: A, VHF B, or C. What you can do with only a few channels. UHF...
... not have a cable box. Cable box Rear of TV VHF/UHF A Match the type of connector or on the VCR What you cannot do • Record scrambled channels that require a cable box Wall DVD-VCR Connect this cable directly to your TV: A, VHF B, or C. What you can do with only a few channels. UHF...
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...cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels may be performed by some TV channels. You have now completed DVD-VCR setup. The DVD-VCR automatically presets the DVD-VCR's clock and TV channels when the DVD-VCR is incorrect, or "--:--" appears in the display window, see "Step 6 : Presetting channels" on page 24. &#...buttons on page 19. The clock is completed, the current time appears in the AC power cord for 5 seconds or more with the DVD-VCR power turned off. If this happens, see "Using Manual Clock Set" on the unit continuously for the first time after you plug ...
...cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels may be performed by some TV channels. You have now completed DVD-VCR setup. The DVD-VCR automatically presets the DVD-VCR's clock and TV channels when the DVD-VCR is incorrect, or "--:--" appears in the display window, see "Step 6 : Presetting channels" on page 24. &#...buttons on page 19. The clock is completed, the current time appears in the AC power cord for 5 seconds or more with the DVD-VCR power turned off. If this happens, see "Using Manual Clock Set" on the unit continuously for the first time after you plug ...
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... the type of or connector on your cable system scrambles all or most channels. After you have completed hookup, plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet and see "Step 4 : Selecting a language" on the cable box What you cannot do • Record with many scrambled channels Recommended use ...
... the type of or connector on your cable system scrambles all or most channels. After you have completed hookup, plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet and see "Step 4 : Selecting a language" on the cable box What you cannot do • Record with many scrambled channels Recommended use ...
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If your TV. • To control the DVD-VCR, set the TV to video input. • If the DVD player is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on -screen display language. Getting Started Step 4 : Selecting a language You can change the on the remote (page 9). • Set the "RF... press ENTER. SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER O RETURN 1 Press SET UP. The "SETUP MENU" appears. 2 Press V/v/B/b to exit the menu. Before you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV is in "OPTION SETUP" menu (page 89).
If your TV. • To control the DVD-VCR, set the TV to video input. • If the DVD player is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on -screen display language. Getting Started Step 4 : Selecting a language You can change the on the remote (page 9). • Set the "RF... press ENTER. SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER O RETURN 1 Press SET UP. The "SETUP MENU" appears. 2 Press V/v/B/b to exit the menu. Before you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV is in "OPTION SETUP" menu (page 89).
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...your TV. When using A/V connections, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on . • To control the DVD-VCR, set the TV to "3CH" or "4CH" in play mode, you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using a cable box, turn it on the remote ...(page 9). • Set the "RF Output Channel" to video input. • If the DVD player is broadcasting a time signal. SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER O RETURN 2 ...
...your TV. When using A/V connections, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on . • To control the DVD-VCR, set the TV to "3CH" or "4CH" in play mode, you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using a cable box, turn it on the remote ...(page 9). • Set the "RF Output Channel" to video input. • If the DVD player is broadcasting a time signal. SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER O RETURN 2 ...
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... 3 Press V/v to select "Auto", then press ENTER. 4 Press V/v to select the item you know of your area, or select "Auto" to have the DVD-VCR automatically set the daylight saving time. 5 Press O RETURN repeatedly to exit the menu. 6 To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the... DVD-VCR. Then press B/b to make the setting. • For "Clock data CH" Leave the setting to "Auto" to have the DVD-VCR automatically set your time zone. Use this option if you want. The options are: Auto...
... 3 Press V/v to select "Auto", then press ENTER. 4 Press V/v to select the item you know of your area, or select "Auto" to have the DVD-VCR automatically set the daylight saving time. 5 Press O RETURN repeatedly to exit the menu. 6 To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the... DVD-VCR. Then press B/b to make the setting. • For "Clock data CH" Leave the setting to "Auto" to have the DVD-VCR automatically set your time zone. Use this option if you want. The options are: Auto...
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If nothing happens even after you wait about 20 minutes. Stop the DVD playback. Using Manual Clock Set Before you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on . • To record TV programs using A/V connections, set ... to about 20 minutes, set the clock accurately. • The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is turned off. SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER O RETURN 1 Press SET UP. If so, set the clock manually (page 22). • If there are only...
If nothing happens even after you wait about 20 minutes. Stop the DVD playback. Using Manual Clock Set Before you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on . • To record TV programs using A/V connections, set ... to about 20 minutes, set the clock accurately. • The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is turned off. SET UP V/v/B/b ENTER O RETURN 1 Press SET UP. If so, set the clock manually (page 22). • If there are only...
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Setting the clock 23 Getting Started 3 Press V/v to select "Manual," then press ENTER. 4 Press V/v to set the hour. 5 Press b to select the minutes and press V/v to set automatically. 7 Press O RETURN to save the clock setting. Notes • To record TV programs using the timer, you must set the clock accurately. • The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is set the minutes. 6 Set the month, day, and year in the same way as the minutes. The day of the week is turned off.
Setting the clock 23 Getting Started 3 Press V/v to select "Manual," then press ENTER. 4 Press V/v to set the hour. 5 Press b to select the minutes and press V/v to set automatically. 7 Press O RETURN to save the clock setting. Notes • To record TV programs using the timer, you must set the clock accurately. • The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is set the minutes. 6 Set the month, day, and year in the same way as the minutes. The day of the week is turned off.
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...channels 14 to 69 and unscrambled CATV channels 1 to select (Channel Setup), then press ENTER. If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using manual presetting methods (page 26). The "CHANNEL SETUP" menu appears. 24 Presetting channels When using automatic presetting methods. Step 6 : Presetting ...channels This DVD-VCR is in play mode, you wish to preset, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 9). • Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or "...
...channels 14 to 69 and unscrambled CATV channels 1 to select (Channel Setup), then press ENTER. If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using manual presetting methods (page 26). The "CHANNEL SETUP" menu appears. 24 Presetting channels When using automatic presetting methods. Step 6 : Presetting ...channels This DVD-VCR is in play mode, you wish to preset, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 9). • Set the "RF Output Channel" to "3CH" or "...
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...26 Presetting channels When using a cable box, turn it on. • To control the DVD-VCR, set the TV to video input. • If the DVD player is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 9). • Set the "RF Output Channel" to... "3CH" or "4CH" in play mode, you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. Presetting/disabling ...
...26 Presetting channels When using a cable box, turn it on. • To control the DVD-VCR, set the TV to video input. • If the DVD player is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 9). • Set the "RF Output Channel" to... "3CH" or "4CH" in play mode, you start... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. Presetting/disabling ...
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... start ... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Switch the input selector on your disc. with your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. • Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player (page 9). ?/1 Z m/M C ./ > X PAUSE x STOP H PLAY...
... start ... • Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. • Switch the input selector on your disc. with your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. • Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player (page 9). ?/1 Z m/M C ./ > X PAUSE x STOP H PLAY...
