Sony_VCR_CS_SLV-998HF

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTIO : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of unisulated "dangerous voltage" within the

products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance

(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION (SLV-998HF)

To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

WARNING

The AC power cord must be changed at a qualified service shop.

Precautions

Safety

*For SLV-998HF/998HF MX, operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz. For SLV-998HF PX/998HF CS, operate the unit on 110 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

*If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

*This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

*(SLV-998HF only) One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your Sony dealer.

*Unplug the unit from the wall outlet 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 the cord.

Installing

*Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup.

*Do not place 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 one hour

before operating the unit.

Information

For customers in the USA (SLV-998HF/ 998HF PX

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

*Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

*Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

*Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

*Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution

Television programs, 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 transmission and/or program owner.

Table of contents

Getting Started

4Step 1: Unpacking

5Step 2: Setting up the remote commander

8Step 3: Hookups

32Selecting a language

33Setting the clock

39Setting up the cable box control

44Presetting the channels

48Setting up VCR Plus+*

60Recording TV programs using VCR Plus+

71Skip searching automatically

72Creating a favorite channel list

Quick reference to using the VCR

* VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from

Gemstar Development Corporation

Introduction 3

Step 2

Setting up the remote commander

Inserting the batteries

Insert two size AA (R6) 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 or AV receiver. Buttons on the remote commander marked with a dot can be used to operate your Sony TV.

The RECEIVER VOL +/- and MUTING buttons can be used to operate your Sony AV receiver.

Remote sensor

TV RECEIVER

/ VIDEO

RECEIVER

VOL +/-

MUTING

Notes

*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.

*Some Sony AV receivers may not be operated with the remote

Step 2: Setting up the remote commander (continued)

Setting the COMMAND MODE switch

To remotely control the VCR with the remote commander, set COMMAND MODE on the remote commander to the same position as that on the VCR. Usually set

to VTR 3. Change the position as shown below to control other Sony VCR's:

VTR 1 For Sony Betamax format VCR's

VTR 2 For Sony 8mm format VCR's

VTR 3 For Sony VHS format VCR's

To change the command mode position of

the VCR, press and hold COMMAND MODE on the VCR for two seconds and repeat

until the desired position appears in the display window.

COMMAND

MODE

COMMAND MODE

Controlling other TV's with the remote commander

The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TV's. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer's code number.

1Set TV / RECEIVER / VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to TV /

RECEIVER.

2Hold POWER down, and enter your TV's code number(s) using the number buttons. Then release POWER.

Now you can use the POWER, VOL +/-, CH +/-, and TV / VIDEO buttons to control your TV. You can also use the buttons marked with a dot to control a Sony TV. To control the VCR, reset TV / RECEIVER / VIDEO to VIDEO.

Tip

If you set your TV's code number correctly while the TV is turned on, the TV turns off automatically.

6 Getting Started

Step 3

Hookups

Selecting the best hookup option

There are many ways in which your VCR can be hookep up. To hook up your VCR so that it works best for you, first scan through the table below. Then use the accompanying diagrams and procedures on the following pages to set up your VCR.

After you've completed the connections, follow the instructions for setup. During setup, if you need more details on the procedure described, page numbers are provided where you can find complete, step by step instructions.

After you've completed the setup, you're ready to use your VCR. Procedures differ depending on the hookup you used. For an overview, refer to "Quick reference to using the VCR" on the back cover.

Before you get started

*Turn off the power to all equipment.

*Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are completed.

*Be sure you make connections firmly. Loose connections may cause picture distortion.

*If your TV doesn't match any of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician.

* DSS is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corporation.

8 Getting Started

If your TV has audio / video (A / V) input jacks, you will get a better picture and sound if you hook up your VCR using these connections. In addition, for a true "home theater" experience, you should connect the audio outputs of your VCR or TV to your stereo system. If your TV doesn't have A / V inputs, see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.

If your TV has the S-Link???* (A / V bus control) function, hook up your VCR using the connection shown on page 10. Your TV will automatically switch to the A / V inputs for your VCR when you play back or operate menu on the VCR.

If you're not planning to use your VCR to record programs, you're finished setting up the VCR after you've made the connections shown on pages 9 and 10. If you want to record off-air or off your cable TV system, complete these connections first, then go to the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.

*S-Link??? is a trademark of Sony Corporation

A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks

*Do not connect the miniplugs for this hookup.

B Use this hookup if your TV doesn't have stereo jacks

continued

Note

*To play a tape in stereo, you must use the A / V connection.

After you've connected your TV and completed antenna or cable hookup, use the following procedure to set up the VCR.

Press MENU and select

ADVANCED OPTIONS.

TIMER SET / CHECK

TUNER PRESET

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS

CABLE BOX CONTROLS

ADVANCED OPTIONS

Use to select an item, then push OK

Set Auto ANT SEL to

OFF and press OK.

Caution

Connections between the VCR's VHF / UHF connector and the antenna terminals of the TV receiver should be made only as shown in the following instructions. Failure to do so may result in operation that violates the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission regarding the use and operation of RF devices. Never connect the output of the VCR to an antenna or make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and VCR connections at the antenna terminals of your receiver.

Note to CATV system installer (in USA)

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820- 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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Using cable box control

Recommended use

You should use this hookup if you have a cable box, especially if your cable system scrambles all or most of the channels. This hookup allows the VCR's cable box control feature to control the channel on the cable box, simplifying the recording process. A list of compatible cable boxes is on pages 40 and 41.

What you can do with this hookup

Record any channel using the VCR's cable box feature to select channels on the cable box

What you can't do

Record with the cable box turned off

Record one channel while watching another channel

Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C

For connector types B and C, no UHF connection is required.

Positioning the Cable Mouse

Place the Cable mouse so that it hangs out over the cable box front.

continued

Step 3: Hookups (continued)

Hookup 1: VCR setup

1Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 87.

If you made A / V connections (from page 9), you can skip this step.

2Turn on your cable box.

3Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPANOL) or French (FRANCAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page 32.

2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 33

3 The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears. Press CURSOR to enter the ZIP/ POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You can also use the number buttons to enter the

ZIP / POSTAL CODE.)

4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select ON. For details, see page 39.

5Enter your cable box code number and press CURSOR For details, see page 40.

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Hookup 1: VCR Plus+ channel setup

1Press MENU and select SET VCR Plus+

CHANNELS.

2Press CURSOR AUTO and press OK.

3Press POWER to turn off the VCR.

SET UP

SET UP is done

Normal display

TIMER SET / CHECK

TUNER PRESET

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS

CABLE BOX CONTROLS

ADVANCED OPTIONS

SMART CHANNEL MAPPING

AUTO MANUAL

The VCR receives the program information signal from 0:00 am to 5:00 am while the VCR is turned off, and set up the channel for VCR Plus+ recording. After channel setup is finished, you can record TV programs using VCR Plus+. For details, see page 49.

Notes

*To use auto VCR Plus+ channel setup feature, leave the cable box on.

*It takes about 1 hour to complete channel setup.

*The VCR can receive the program information signal only while the VCR is turned off and no timer recordings are set.

*If the channels in your area don't carry the program information signals, set the program guide channels manually. For details, see page 51.

*If the Choose you Cable CH MAP menu appears the first time you turn on the VCR after finishing channel setup, select the MAP number. For details, see page 50.

Automatic clock setting

Once you've set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks the time and adjusts the clock, even for Dayligh Saving Time. The VCR sets the clock by picking up a time signal provided by some TV channels.

If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 37.

Note

*To use the automatic clock setting feature, leave the cable box on.

continued

Hookup 2: VCR setup

1Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page

87.If you made A / V connections (from page 9), you can skip this step.

2Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPANOL) or French (FRANCAIS) if desired and press OK. For details, see page 32.

2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Set AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 33.

3 The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears. Press CURSOR to enter the ZIP / POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You can also use the number buttons to enter the

ZIP / POSTAL CODE.)

4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select OFF and press OK.

5The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set ANTENNA / CABLE to CABLE and press OK For details, see page 44.

Step 3: Hookups (continued)

6The AUTO PRESET starts.

AUTO PRESET

SET UP is done

PROCESSING

Please wait!!!

Hookup 2: VCR Plus+ channel setup

1Press MENU and select SET VCR Plus+

CHANNELS.

Normal display

TIMER SET / CHECK

TUNER PRESET

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS

CABLE BOX CONTROLS

ADVANCED OPTIONS

SMART CHANNEL MAPPING

AUTO MANUAL

Notes

*It takes about 1 hour to complete channel setup.

*The VCR can receive the program information signal only while the VCR is turned off and no timer recordings are set.

*If the channels in your area don't carry the program information signals, set the program guide channels manually. For details, see page 51.

*If the Choose you Cable CH MAP menu appears the first time you turn on the

VCR after finishing channel setup, select the MAP number. For details, see page 50.

Automatic clock setting

Once you've set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks the

time and and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time. The VCR sets the clock by picking up a time signal provided by some TV channels.

If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 37.

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Step 3: Hookups (continued)

Hookup 3: VCR setup

1Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel.

For details, see page 87. If you made A / V connections (from page 9), you can skip this step.

2Press EASY SET UP on the VCR

1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPANOL) or French (FRANCAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page 32.

2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 33.

3 The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears. Press CURSOR to enter the ZIP / POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You can also use the number buttons to enter the

ZIP / POSTAL CODE.)

4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select OFF and press OK.

5The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set ANTENNA / CABLE to ANT and press OK. For details, see page 44.

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6The AUTO PRESET starts.

AUTO PRESET

SET UP is done

PROCESSING

Please wait!!!

Hookup 3: VCR Plus+ channel setup

1Press MENU and select SET VCR Plus+

CHANNELS.

3 Press POWER to turn off the VCR.

Normal display

TIMER SET / CHECK

TUNER PRESET

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS

CABLE BOX CONTROLS

ADVANCED OPTIONS

SMART CHANNEL MAPPING

AUTO MANUAL

Notes

*It takes about 1 hour to complete channel setup.

*The VCR can receive the program information signal only while the VCR is turned off and no timer recordings are set.

*If the channels in your area don't carry the program information signals, set the program guide channels manually. For details, see page 51.

*If the Choose your Cable CH MAP menu appears the first time you turn on the VCR after finishing channel setup, select the MAP number. For details, see page 50.

Automatic clock setting

Once you've set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks the time and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time. The VCR sets the clock by picking up a time signal provided by some TV channels.

If you do not want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 37.

continued

Hookup 4: VCR setup

1Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 87. If you made A / V connections (from page 9), you can skip this step.

2Turn on your cable box.

3Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPANOL) or French(FRANCAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page 32.

2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select MANUAL, press OK, and set the clock manually. For details, see page 37.

3The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears.

Press CURSOR to enter the ZIP / POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You can also use the number buttons to enter the

ZIP / POSTAL CODE.)

4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select OFF and press OK.

5The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set ANTENNA CABLE to ANT and press OK. For details, see page 44.

Step 3: Hookups (continued)

6The AUTO PRESET starts.

AUTO PRESET

SET UP is done

PROCESSING

Please wait!!!

Hookup 4: VCR Plus+ channel setup

1Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program guide. For details, see page 48.

2Enter all the channels you want to record and the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3 or 4). For details, see page 51.

1Press MENU and select SET VCR Plus+

CHANNELS.

3Enter the program guide channel, then the cable box output channel.

4Press OK.

5Press MENU.

Normal display

TIMER SET / CHECK

TUNER PRESET

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS

CABLE BOX CONTROLS

ADVANCED OPTIONS

SMART CHANNEL MAPPING

AUTO MANUAL

Program guide channel

Cable box output channel

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Step 3: Hookups (continued)

DSS (Digital Satellite System) receiver

Recommended Use

Use this hookup if you have a DSS receiver. It allows the VCR's cable box control feature to control the channel on the DSS receiver, simplifying the recording process. A list of compatible DSS receivers is on page 41.

DSS (Digital Satellite System) is a satellite broadcast that provides superior digital-quality video and crisp digital-quality audio. A variety of program packages are available through your program providers. It also has program guides that are sorted by program categories.

What you can do with this hookup

* Record any channels using the VCR's cable box control feature to select channels on the DSS receiver.

What you can't do

*Record with the DSS receiver turned off

*Record any channels from cable or an antenna

(To record channels from cable or an antenna, turn off the cable box control feature.)

*Use a cable box

*Record programs with VCR Plus+

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Hookup 5: VCR setup

2Turn on your DSS receiver.

3Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPANOL) or French(FRANCAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page 32.

2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 33.

3 The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears. Press CURSOR to enter the ZIP / POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You can also use the number buttons to enter the

ZIP / POSTAL CODE.)

4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select ON. For details, see page 39.

continued

Step 3: Hookups (continued)

5Enter your DSS receiver code number and press CURSOR . For details, see page 40.

Normal display

Automatic clock setting

Once you've set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks the time and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time. The VCR sets the clock by picking up a time signal provided by some TV channels.

If you want to use the timer to record right away, or if the channels in your areas do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. For details, see page 37.

Note

*To successfully record a program from the DSS receiver, proceed as follows:

-Leave the DSS receiver on all the time.

-Turn off the display (menu screen, channel number, etc.) of the DSS receiver.

-To record or receiver locked channels, unlock the channel before the VCR starts recording.

-To set pay-per-view programs in the timer setting, order the pay-per-view program before the VCR starts recording.

-Some programs are copy protected. You cannot record these programs.

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Step 3: Hookups (continued)

Hookup 6: VCR setup

1Set the RF UNIT switch to CH 3 or CH 4, whichever is not being used in your

area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel.

For details, see page 87. If you made A / V connections (from page 9), you can skip this step.

2Set the A / B switch to "A."

3Press EASY SET UP on the VCR.

1The LANGUAGE menu appears. Change the on-screen display language to Spanish (ESPANOL) or French (FRANCAIS) if desired, and press OK. For details, see page 32.

2The CLOCK SET menu appears. Select AUTO and press OK. For details, see page 33.

3 The SMART CH MAPPING menu appears.

Press the CURSORto enter the ZIP / POSTAL CODE in your area and press OK. (You

can also use the number buttons to enter the

ZIP / POSTAL CODE.)

4The CABLE BOX menu appears. Select OFF and press OK.

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Step 3: Hookups (continued)

Hookup 6: VCR Plus+ channel setup

1Press MENU and select SET VCR Plus+

CHANNELS.

TIMER SET / CHECK

TUNER PRESET

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS

CABLE BOX CONTROLS

ADVANCED OPTIONS

Notes

*To use the smart channel mapping feature, set the A / B switch to A.

*It takes about 1 hour to complete channel setup.

*The VCR can receive the program information signal only while the VCR is turned off and no timer recordings are set.

*If the channels in your area don't carry the program information signals, set the program guide channels manually. For details, see page 51.

*If the Choose your Cable CH MAP menu appears the first time you turn on the VCR after finishing channel setup, select the MAP number. For details, see page 50.

VCR Plus+ channel setup for scrambled channels

To set the program guide channels for scrambled channels, enter all the scrambled channels you want to record and the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4) after finishing smart channel mapping. For details, see page 51.

1Find the VCR Plus+ Channel Listing in your program guide. For details, see page 48.

2Press MENU and select SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS then press OK.

TIMER SET / CHECK

TUNER PRESET

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS

CABLE BOX CONTROLS

ADVANCED OPTIONS

Use to select an item, then push OK

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Setting the clock

Using the Auto Clock Set feature

Some TV and cable channels transmit time signals with their broadcasts. Your VCR can pick up this time signal to automatically set the clock.

The Auto Clock Set feature works only if a channel in your area is broadcasting a time signal. If broadcasters in your area are not yet sending time signals, set the time manually (page 37).

Before you start???.

*Turn on the VCR and the TV.

*Set the TV to the VCR channel (channel 3 or 4). If your TV is connected to the VCR using A / V connections, set the TV to video input.

*Press TV / VIDEO to display the VIDEO indicator in the VCR's display window.

*Press INPUT SELECT so that a channel number appears in the VCR's display window.

1Press MENU, then press CURSOR to move the cursor to CLOCK SET and press OK.

When using the EASY SET UP procedure, skip this step.

AUTO MANUAL

Use to select

Then push OK

Push MENU to quit

AUTO CLOCK SET

continued

Setting the clock (continued)

*For CLOCK SET CH

Leave the setting to "____" to have the VCR automatically search for a channel that carries a time signal.

Press the number buttons to select a channel that carries a time signal.

Use this option if you know of a channel that carries a time signal. Most PBS member stations broadcast a time signal. For the fastest response, select your local PBS station.

AUTO CLOCK SET

*For TIME ZONE

Select the time zone of your area, or select AUTO to have the VCR automatically set your time zone.

The options are: AUTO ATLANTIC

EASTERN CENTRAL

MOUNTAIN PACIFIC ALASKA

HAWAII AUTO

*For DAYLIGHT SAVING

Select ON or OFF (standard time), or AUTO to have the VCR automatically set the daylight saving time.

Press OK.

To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the VCR.

Note

*If you use both the cable box control feature and the Auto Clock Set feature, the VCR automatically changes channels on the cable box until a channel that carries a time signal is found, whenever you turn off the VCR.

If you want to stop the search, change the channel on the cable box with the channel buttons either on the VCR or on the remote commander.

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Setting up cable box control

(Skip this section if you are using Hookup 2, 3, 4, or 6.)

Your VCR includes a cable box control feature that allows the VCR to control most brands of cable boxes / DSS receivers via the CABLE Mouse. With cable box control, the VCR controls channels on the cable box / DSS receiver for timer recording. You can also use the VCR's remote commander to change channels on the cable box / DSS receiver whenever the cable box / DSS receiver is turned on even if the VCR is turned off. To use the cable box control, you need to connect the Cable Mouse (pages 11 and 24) and set the code number and output channel.

This VCR is programmed with codes necessary to control channel selection on most brands of cable boxes at the time this VCR was manufactured. It is possible that new cable boxes may be introduced that cannot be controlled with this VCR's Cable Mouse. If you have a cable box that is incompatible with this VCR, contact your cable operator - they may be able to provide you with a compatible cable box.

Press MENU, then press CURSOR to move the cursor to CABLE BOX CONTROL and press OK.

When using the EASY SET UP procedure, skip this step.

CABLE BOX CONTROL

continued

Setting up the cable box (continued)

To ensure correct operation

*Place the Cable Mouse so that it hangs out over the cable box / DSS receiver front.

*Do not place the cable box / DSS receiver on top of the VCR.

*Position the cable box / DSS receiver away from the VCR.

*Point the remote commander at the VCR, not at the cable box / DSS receiver.

To check the cable box control setting

1Press CH + / - on the remote commander. Does the channel indicator on the cable box / DSS receiver change? (Point the remote commander at the VCR, not at the cable box / DSS receiver.)

2Press all 10 number buttons ( 0 to 9 ) on the remote commander. Does the channel indicator on the cable box / DSS receiver change?

If the answer to both 1 and 2 is "yes" you have made the correct setting.

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