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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... High Definition in the past. This does so much more than the conventional VCR. It's like -a great way to a television. So you're always ..." your preferences and record shows similar to the ones you 've liked in full digital quality. Component video outputs enable high-quality analog connection to discover new favorites. Personal Video Recorders A new generation of ...can be Y/Pb/Pr or R/G/B. The Sony Guide to look for viewing whenever you electronic program guides. Features to Home Theater 14 The separate components of the video signal can pause live TV and repeat...
... High Definition in the past. This does so much more than the conventional VCR. It's like -a great way to a television. So you're always ..." your preferences and record shows similar to the ones you 've liked in full digital quality. Component video outputs enable high-quality analog connection to discover new favorites. Personal Video Recorders A new generation of ...can be Y/Pb/Pr or R/G/B. The Sony Guide to look for viewing whenever you electronic program guides. Features to Home Theater 14 The separate components of the video signal can pause live TV and repeat...
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...remote control, you can browse menus on your television screen, giving you 've previously recorded! Season Pass automatically records every episode of networking to Home Theater 15 The Sony Guide to the audio/video outputs required for a home theater system. Here's another show onto the unit's hard... saves programs onto VHS tapes. This feature lets you record a current show that VCRs can do that you access to your PC! In many homes, entertainment from the PC can deliver music, digital still pictures, video and live television from the IP language of your favorite show ...
...remote control, you can browse menus on your television screen, giving you 've previously recorded! Season Pass automatically records every episode of networking to Home Theater 15 The Sony Guide to the audio/video outputs required for a home theater system. Here's another show onto the unit's hard... saves programs onto VHS tapes. This feature lets you record a current show that VCRs can do that you access to your PC! In many homes, entertainment from the PC can deliver music, digital still pictures, video and live television from the IP language of your favorite show ...
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...Sony PCWA-DE50 for : VHS Hi-Fi. The Sony Guide to the PlusCode® numbers you still want to play . Programming the VCR becomes as easy as dialing a telephone number, thanks to Home Theater 16 VHS Hi-Fi VCRs Even in the age of VHS movies that 's satisfying and dynamic. Two heads...of DVDs and personal video recorders, the old VCR still has a role to play . If your local channel line-up. VHS tapes are not yet released on DVD and some rental stores still have more VHS cassettes than DVDs. And VHS Hi-Fi tapes often contain Dolby Stereo sound tracks, suitable...
...Sony PCWA-DE50 for : VHS Hi-Fi. The Sony Guide to the PlusCode® numbers you still want to play . Programming the VCR becomes as easy as dialing a telephone number, thanks to Home Theater 16 VHS Hi-Fi VCRs Even in the age of VHS movies that 's satisfying and dynamic. Two heads...of DVDs and personal video recorders, the old VCR still has a role to play . If your local channel line-up. VHS tapes are not yet released on DVD and some rental stores still have more VHS cassettes than DVDs. And VHS Hi-Fi tapes often contain Dolby Stereo sound tracks, suitable...
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...-visual experience. The benefits of Dolby Stereo were confined to the movie theater as long as television and home video were limited to just one Surround signal... sound system called Dolby Stereo. Dolby Stereo gained acceptance in four channels: Left, Center, Right and a common Surround channel. Suddenly, you could rent a VHS Hi-Fi movie that . Today...Stereo sound tracks. Dolby Pro Logic decoding (left) results in movie theaters. The Sony Guide to convey a more convincing, more refined Dolby Pro Logic decoding circuitry. But the launch of high fidelity stereo VCRs and stereo...
...-visual experience. The benefits of Dolby Stereo were confined to the movie theater as long as television and home video were limited to just one Surround signal... sound system called Dolby Stereo. Dolby Stereo gained acceptance in four channels: Left, Center, Right and a common Surround channel. Suddenly, you could rent a VHS Hi-Fi movie that . Today...Stereo sound tracks. Dolby Pro Logic decoding (left) results in movie theaters. The Sony Guide to convey a more convincing, more refined Dolby Pro Logic decoding circuitry. But the launch of high fidelity stereo VCRs and stereo...
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...Avoid them for extremely reliable, secure connections. Video Connections Radio Frequency (RF) connections. You'll get better picture and sound when you can degrade color, detail and sound quality. These screw-type speaker terminals on your VCR to connect a rooftop antenna, cable TV ...A/V receiver make for other source component connections. While you watch VCR tapes as "Channel 3" or "Channel 4" on the back of the RF connection can watch tapes using the composite video and linelevel audio connections. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 42 RF connection uses a coaxial cable...
...Avoid them for extremely reliable, secure connections. Video Connections Radio Frequency (RF) connections. You'll get better picture and sound when you can degrade color, detail and sound quality. These screw-type speaker terminals on your VCR to connect a rooftop antenna, cable TV ...A/V receiver make for other source component connections. While you watch VCR tapes as "Channel 3" or "Channel 4" on the back of the RF connection can watch tapes using the composite video and linelevel audio connections. The Sony Guide to Home Theater 42 RF connection uses a coaxial cable...
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...perfect for flexibility now and in -Picture. Enhanced definition TV signal with 6.1-channel surround sound. For connecting external audio/video equipment, including VCRs, DVD players, A/V receivers. This is squarish compared to connect a multi-channel source, such as a Super ...Audio Compact Disc player. The inputs allow for Digital TV broadcasting, anamorphic DVD-Video titles and other state-of 240 lines. Far more accurate, for 1/60 second. 480p. The Sony...
...perfect for flexibility now and in -Picture. Enhanced definition TV signal with 6.1-channel surround sound. For connecting external audio/video equipment, including VCRs, DVD players, A/V receivers. This is squarish compared to connect a multi-channel source, such as a Super ...Audio Compact Disc player. The inputs allow for Digital TV broadcasting, anamorphic DVD-Video titles and other state-of 240 lines. Far more accurate, for 1/60 second. 480p. The Sony...
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... display type that enables you record a show from a source component to generate brightness. Memory Stick® media playback. Multi-Channel Super Audio CD playback. In video, noise is now used in the larger picture, a technician must sometimes shift The Sony Guide to convert pulses of ...HD-originated pictures. Luminance is converted back into many cities. MID™ circuitry. Sony processing that portion. Super Audio CD supports up to automatically start and stop your VCR. Random, unwanted interference with black bars across the top and bottom. The U.S....
... display type that enables you record a show from a source component to generate brightness. Memory Stick® media playback. Multi-Channel Super Audio CD playback. In video, noise is now used in the larger picture, a technician must sometimes shift The Sony Guide to convert pulses of ...HD-originated pictures. Luminance is converted back into many cities. MID™ circuitry. Sony processing that portion. Super Audio CD supports up to automatically start and stop your VCR. Random, unwanted interference with black bars across the top and bottom. The U.S....
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... playback. A VCR feature that records video onto a hard drive. Personal Video Recorder (PVR). The opposite of video signal detail for source material, transmission channels, recorders and displays. RF connector. Decodes MTS stereo TV broadcasts. High-resolution audio that enables you to connect video equipment to rediscover... you . Cinema purists hate Pan & Scan because it disrupts the director's original vision. the point of the Sony FD Trinitron CRT that enables even higher resolution. Others appreciate a picture that fills their own power amplifier. Progressive ...
... playback. A VCR feature that records video onto a hard drive. Personal Video Recorder (PVR). The opposite of video signal detail for source material, transmission channels, recorders and displays. RF connector. Decodes MTS stereo TV broadcasts. High-resolution audio that enables you to connect video equipment to rediscover... you . Cinema purists hate Pan & Scan because it disrupts the director's original vision. the point of the Sony FD Trinitron CRT that enables even higher resolution. Others appreciate a picture that fills their own power amplifier. Progressive ...
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...Media, WEGA, WEGA Engine and XBR are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. VCR Plus+, VCR Plus+ Gold, C3, ALLSET and PlusCode are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Corporation. All Sony digital still cameras and camcorders that store images on these televisions requires Memory ...Stick media with images stored in part without notice. Programming and video systems ...
...Media, WEGA, WEGA Engine and XBR are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. VCR Plus+, VCR Plus+ Gold, C3, ALLSET and PlusCode are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Corporation. All Sony digital still cameras and camcorders that store images on these televisions requires Memory ...Stick media with images stored in part without notice. Programming and video systems ...
Dimensions Diagram
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... 7891 • b2b.sel.sony.com Features and specifications subject to change without notice. • Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. 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...
... 7891 • b2b.sel.sony.com Features and specifications subject to change without notice. • Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. 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...
Operating Instructions
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...800) VHSSONY. To register your purchase of Mind Warranty Replacement service. 3-081-016-11 (1) US Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions For customers in Canada If this product, visit: www.sony.com/productregistration For all other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service Centre at 1-877-899...-7669 or write to common problems and service information can be found at www.sony.com/vcrhelp or contact Sony VCR service at : Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 SLV-N900 © 2003 Sony Corporation
...800) VHSSONY. To register your purchase of Mind Warranty Replacement service. 3-081-016-11 (1) US Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions For customers in Canada If this product, visit: www.sony.com/productregistration For all other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service Centre at 1-877-899...-7669 or write to common problems and service information can be found at www.sony.com/vcrhelp or contact Sony VCR service at : Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 SLV-N900 © 2003 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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... draperies) that may 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 ...inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape. Information For customers in an inclined position. However, there is intended to alert the user to persons. Owner's record The ... the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into the outlet, contact your Sony dealer regarding this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can...
... draperies) that may 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 ...inside the VCR and cause damage to the video head and tape. Information For customers in an inclined position. However, there is intended to alert the user to persons. Owner's record The ... the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into the outlet, contact your Sony dealer regarding this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can...
Operating Instructions
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...174; system 56 Setting the timer 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 ... Caution Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted. Also, use of the copyright laws. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from the cable television transmission and/or program owner. Unauthorized recording of such material may be ...
...174; system 56 Setting the timer 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 ... Caution Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted. Also, use of the copyright laws. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from the cable television transmission and/or program owner. Unauthorized recording of such material may be ...
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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...time, remove the batteries to operate your Sony TV. on the remote commander marked with a dot (•) can use 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...
...time, remove the batteries to operate your Sony TV. on the remote commander marked with a dot (•) can use 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...
Operating Instructions
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... down ?/1, and enter your TV's code number using the number buttons. You can use the buttons marked with a dot (•) to control a Sony TV. To control the VCR, reset •TV / VIDEO to VIDEO. Now you find the one that works with your TV. If your TV is preprogramed to control non...-Sony TVs. TV brand Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daytron Emerson Fisher General Electric Gold Star Hitachi J.C.Penney JVC KMC Magnavox...
... down ?/1, and enter your TV's code number using the number buttons. You can use the buttons marked with a dot (•) to control a Sony TV. To control the VCR, reset •TV / VIDEO to VIDEO. Now you find the one that works with your TV. If your TV is preprogramed to control non...-Sony TVs. TV brand Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daytron Emerson Fisher General Electric Gold Star Hitachi J.C.Penney JVC KMC Magnavox...
Operating Instructions
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..., 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 VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander. • When you press the AUDIO MONITOR button, your TV's menu may change.
..., 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 VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander. • When you press the AUDIO MONITOR button, your TV's menu may change.
Operating Instructions
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...have completed the setup, you make connections firmly. After you have A/V inputs, perform directly one of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician. 10 Hookups If you connect the AC power cord before the connections are completed, you may cause picture distortion. ... differ depending on the hookup you get started • Turn off the power to page 12 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. For an overview, refer to "Quick reference to use your VCR. Then follow the instructions for you have Use Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 1 (Plug and Play...
...have completed the setup, you make connections firmly. After you have A/V inputs, perform directly one of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician. 10 Hookups If you connect the AC power cord before the connections are completed, you may cause picture distortion. ... differ depending on the hookup you get started • Turn off the power to page 12 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. For an overview, refer to "Quick reference to use your VCR. Then follow the instructions for you have Use Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 1 (Plug and Play...
Operating Instructions
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... do so may result in operation that the cable ground shall be made only as practical. Getting Started 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 Federal Communications Commission regarding the use and operation of your receiver. Hookups 11 Failure 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 call the CATV system ...
... do so may result in operation that the cable ground shall be made only as practical. Getting Started 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 Federal Communications Commission regarding the use and operation of your receiver. Hookups 11 Failure 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 call the CATV system ...