Table of contents

Getting Started
37 Step 1 : Unpacking Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander Step 3 : Hookups Selecting a language Setting the clock Presetting channels Setting up the VCR Plus+ system (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

Basic Operations

41 Playing a tape 44 Recording TV programs 47 Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-N60/AX20 only) 52 Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+ system (SLV-N60/AX20 only) 55 Recording TV programs using the timer
63 Recording stereo and bilingual programs 65 Searching for a selected point on the tape (SLV-N60/AX20 only) 67 Adjusting the picture 68 Changing menu options 70 Editing with another VCR

Additional Information

72 General setup information 74 Troubleshooting 76 Specifications 77 Index to parts and controls 82 Index Back Cover Quick reference to using the VCR

Additional Operations

58 Playing/searching at various speeds 60 Setting the recording duration time 61 Checking/changing/canceling timer settings
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

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.

Step 1 : Unpacking

Check that you have received the following items with the VCR: Remote commander 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors

Size AA (R6) batteries

Check your model name
The instructions in this manual are for the 4 models: SLV-N60, AX20, N50, and AX10. Check your model number by looking at the rear panel of your VCR. SLV-N60 is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, SLV-N50 only.

Unpacking

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. Buttons on the remote commander marked with a dot () can be used to operate your Sony TV.

Remote sensor

[TV] / [VIDEO]
To operate the VCR a Sony TV
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 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.
continued Setting up the remote commander
Controlling other TVs with the remote commander
The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TV is listed in the following table, set the appropriate manufacturers code number.
1 Set [TV] / [VIDEO] at the top of the remote commander to [TV]. 2 Hold down ?/1, and enter your TVs code number using the number buttons. Then release ?/1.
Now you can use the ?/1, 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] / [VIDEO] to [VIDEO]. Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.
TV brand Sony Akai AOC Centurion Coronado Curtis-Mathes Daytron Emerson Fisher General Electric Gold Star Hitachi J.C.Penney Code number 12 03, 04, 06, 10 03, 04, 17 02, 03 04, 12 TV brand JVC KMC Magnavox Marantz MGA/Mitsubishi NEC Panasonic Philco Philips Pioneer Portland Quasar Radio Shack Code number 03, 08, 12 04, 13 04, 12, 13, 17 04, 12 06, 19 03, 06, 18 05, 14 TV brand RCA Sampo Sanyo Scott Sears Sharp Sylvania Teknika Toshiba Wards Yorx Zenith Code number 04, 07, 10, 11 03, 05, 18 08, 12 03, 08, 03, 04, 15
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 programmed to work with the VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote commander. When you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number may change. Set the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries. When you press the AUDIO MONITOR button, your TVs menu may appear on the TV screen. To exit the TV menu, press the MENU button on the TV remote commander or wait until the menu disappears automatically.

Connect this cable directly to your TV if you dont have a cable box.

UHF VHF

Hookup 3 : VCR setup
3 The TUNER PRESET menu appears. Set ANTENNA/CABLE to CABLE and press OK. For details, see page 31.
Hookup 4 Connecting a cable box with only a few scrambled channels, using an A/B switch
Recommended use By using an A/B switch (not supplied), this hookup allows you to record both scrambled and unscrambled channels conveniently. What you can do with this hookup Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel directly on the VCR (the A/B switch is set to A) Record any scrambled channel by selecting the channel on the cable box (the A/B switch is set to B) What you cant do Record one scrambled channel while watching another channel (the A/B switch is set to B)

Splitter Cable box

Rear of TV VHF/UHF A Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C. VHF B For connector types B and UHF C, no UHF connection is VHF required. C

or A/B switch A B or

Hookup 4 : VCR setup
the 1 SetCH4,RF UNIT switch to CH3 or whichever channel is not used in your area. If both are used, set the switch to either channel. For details, see page 72. If you made A/V connections (from page 8), you can skip this step. Set the A/B switch to A.
Preset the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3 or 4). For details, see page 33. 1 Press MENU, then select SETTINGS and press OK. 2 Select TUNER PRESET and press OK.

SETTINGS

TUNER PRESET SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS CLOCK SET LANGUAGE RETURN
3 Enter the cable box output channel. 4 Set MANUAL SET to ADD and press OK.

Cable box output channel

TUNER PRESET CH ANTENNA / CABLE AUTO PRESET MANUAL SET AFT FINE TUNING RETURN SELECT : SET : OK QUIT : MENU ADD ERASE CABLE 3
5 Press MENU to exit the menu. You have now completed hookup. If you want to use the VCR Plus+ system for recording, go to page 37 (SLV-N60/AX20 only). Automatic clock setting Once youve set up the VCR, it automatically sets the clock the first time you turn off the VCR. ACS (Auto Clock Set) will flash in the display window and search for a time signal provided by some TV channels. After that, whenever you turn off the VCR, it checks the time and adjusts the clock, even for Daylight Saving Time. 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 28.

Notes To use the Auto Clock Set feature, set the A/B switch to A. If the clock is not set, ACS will flash in the display window whenever the VCR is turned off. During this time, the VCR will search for a time signal.

Selecting a language

You can change the on-screen display language. 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 VCRs display window.

M/m OK

Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight SETTINGS and press OK. When using the EASY SET UP procedure, skip steps 1 and 2.
SETTINGS TUNER PRESET SET VCR Plus+ CHANNELS CLOCK SET LANGUAGE RETURN

PLAY OK

Press M/m to highlight LANGUAGE, then press OK.

LANGUAGE

ENGLISH ESPAOL FRANAIS
Press M/m to highlight ENGLISH, ESPAOL, or FRANAIS, then press OK.
Press MENU to exit the menu.
Tip If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.

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 28). 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 VCRs display window.
Press M/m to highlight CLOCK SET, then press OK.

CLOCK SET

AUTO MANUAL
continued Setting the clock
Press M/m to highlight AUTO, then press OK.
AUTO CLOCK SET FULL AUTO CLOCK SET CH TIME ZONE DAYLIGHT SAVING RETURN YES
Press M/m to highlight FULL AUTO, then press OK.
AUTO CLOCK SET FULL AUTO CLOCK SET CH TIME ZONE DAYLIGHT SAVING RETURN YES NO
Press M/m to highlight YES, then press OK.
To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the VCR. ACS will flash in the display window. The VCR automatically sets the clock by searching for a channel that carries a time signal and sets your time zone and Daylight Saving Time (if applicable). If your clock is set to the wrong time zone or Daylight Saving Time, you can adjust these settings without turning off the Auto Clock Set feature (page 26).

TUNER PRESET CH ANTENNA / CABLE AUTO PRESET MANUAL SET AFT FINE TUNING RETURN ADD ON CABLE 1
continued Presetting channels
Tips When receiving a VHF, UHF, or CATV channel, the display changes as follows each time you press DISPLAY. Channel number
Remaining tape length and time counter
The bar indicator and pointer for searching for a specific place on a tape (SLV-N60/AX20 only)

No display

If you want to return to the previous menu, highlight RETURN and press OK.
Presetting/disabling channels manually

Number buttons, ENTER

Press MENU, then press M/m to highlight SETTINGS and press OK.
To preset a channel: 1 Press the number buttons to enter the channel number, then press ENTER. 2 Press OK. 3 Press M/m to set MANUAL SET to ADD, then press OK.

Channel to be preset

TUNER PRESET CH ANTENNA / CABLE AUTO PRESET MANUAL SET AFT FINE TUNING RETURN SELECT : SET : OK QUIT : MENU ADD ON CABLE 5

To disable a channel:

Channel to be disabled
TUNER PRESET CH ANTENNA / CABLE AUTO PRESET MANUAL SET AFT FINE TUNING RETURN SELECT : SET : OK QUIT : MENU ERASE ON CABLE 5
1 Press CH +/ to select the channel

number.

2 Press OK. 3 Press M/m to set MANUAL SET to

ERASE, then press OK.

Repeat step 3 to preset or disable channels as required, then press MENU.
If the picture is not clear
Normally, the Auto Fine Tuning (AFT) function automatically tunes in channels clearly. If, however, the picture of a channel is not clear, you can also use the manual tuning function.
Press the number buttons to select the channel you want to fine-tune, then press ENTER.

Selected channel

Press M/m to highlight FINE TUNING, then press OK. The fine tuning meter appears.
TUNER PRESET CH ANTENNA / CABLE AUTO PRESET MANUAL SET AFT FINE TUNING RETURN SELECT : SET : OK QUIT : MENU ADD CABLE 5
Press </, to adjust to a clearer picture, then press OK. Note that the AFT setting switches to OFF.
TUNER PRESET CH ANTENNA / CABLE AUTO PRESET MANUAL SET AFT FINE TUNING RETURN SELECT : SET : OK QUIT : MENU ADD OFF CABLE 5

continued Recording TV programs
To watch another TV program while recording
1 Press TV/VIDEO to turn off the VIDEO indicator in the display window. If the TV is 2 not, skip thisconnected to the VCRs LINE OUT jacks, set the TV to TV input; if step. Select another channel on the TV. 3
To save a recording To prevent accidental erasure, break off the safety tab as illustrated. To record on the tape again, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

Safety tab

Tips To select a channel, you can use the number buttons on the remote commander. Enter the channel number, then press ENTER. You can select a video source from the LINE-1 IN or LINE-2 IN jacks using the INPUT SELECT button. The display appears on the TV screen indicating information about the tape, but the information wont be recorded on the tape. If you dont want to watch TV while recording, you can turn off the TV. When using a cable box, make sure to leave it on. Notes The remaining tape length may not be indicated accurately for short tapes such as T-20 or T30, or tapes recorded in the LP mode. The display does not appear during still (pause) mode or slow-motion playback. It may take up to one minute for the VCR to calculate and display the remaining tape length after you press DISPLAY.
Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-N60/AX20 only)
The Dial Timer function allows you to make timer recordings of programs without turning on your TV. Set the recording timer to record up to eight programs that will be broadcast within a month using the DIAL TIMER. The recording start time and recording stop time can be set at one minute intervals. Before you start. When using a cable box, turn it on. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time.

?/1 POWER DIAL TIMER

INPUT SELECT CHANNEL +/ x STOP

DIAL TIMER

Press DIAL TIMER. DATE and TODAY appear alternately in the display window. If the date and time are not set, MONTH will appear. See step 2 in the following section To set the clock to set the date and time.
continued Recording TV programs using the Dial Timer (SLV-N60/AX20 only)
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording date.
Press DIAL TIMER. START and the current time appear alternately in the display window.
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording start time. You can set the recording start time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL +/ buttons.

VIDEO APC

CHANNEL TRACKING
Press DIAL TIMER. STOP and the recording stop time appear alternately in the display window.
Turn DIAL TIMER to set the recording stop time. You can set the recording stop time in 15 minute intervals or adjust the time in one minute intervals by pressing the CHANNEL +/ buttons.

VCR Plus+ PlusCode 12345 USE : SP / EP EP ONCE DAILY WEEKLY
CONFIRM : E N T E R CANCEL : C L E A R QUIT : VCR Plus+
Press SP/EP to select the tape speed, SP or EP.
VCR Plus+ PlusCode 12345 USE : SP / EP SP ONCE DAILY WEEKLY
Press M/m to highlight ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY, then press ENTER:
To record Only once Select ONCE DAILY WEEKLY
VCR Plus+ PlusCode 12345 SP / EP SP

DATE 9 / SAT

RECORDING TIME START STOP 8 : PM 9 : PM

ENTER

Everyday Monday to Friday Once a week

SET TIMER CANCEL

: POWER : CLEAR
The date, start and stop time, channel number, and tape speed appear on the TV screen. If the information is not correct, press CLEAR to cancel the setting. To enter another setting, repeat steps 1 to 4. Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR. The indicator appears in the display window and the VCR stands by for recording. When using a cable box, leave it on.
To stop recording To stop the VCR while recording, press x STOP.
continued Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+ system (SLV-N60/AX20 only)
To use the VCR after setting the timer To use the VCR before timer recording begins, just press ?/1. The indicator disappears from the display window and the VCR switches on. Remember to press ?/1 to reset the VCR to the timer recording standby mode after using the VCR. You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording: Reset the counter (page 43). Display tape information on the TV screen (page 45). Check the timer settings (page 61). Watch another TV program (page 46).
To lock the VCR after setting the timer (Child Lock) When the VCR is turned on, hold down ?/1 POWER on the VCR until the indicator appears in the display window. The VCR turns off and the - indicator remains lit. The VCR will not work except for timer recordings. To unlock the VCR, hold down ?/1 POWER on the VCR until the - indicator disappears from the display window. The VCR is unlocked and turns on. To stop timer recording while the VCR is locked, press x STOP. The recording stops and the VCR is unlocked.
Tips To check, change or cancel the program setting, see Checking/changing/canceling timer settings (page 61). When you are recording a program in the SP mode and the remaining tape becomes shorter than the recording time, the tape speed is automatically changed to the EP mode. Note that some noise will appear on the picture when the tape speed is changed. If you want to keep the tape speed, set AUTO TAPE SPEED to OFF in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu (page 68). Notes If the VCR does not accept the PlusCode number, this means that: The PlusCode number is incorrect. ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY was selected incorrectly. You cannot select DAILY or WEEKLY for a program that airs more than seven days ahead. The VCR will be unlocked when: You stop timer recording by pressing x STOP. You insert a tape. The AC power cord is disconnected or power supply stops.

Playing/searching at various speeds

x2 y SLOW

H PLAY m REW M FF
Playback options View the picture during fastforward or rewind Play at high speed
Operation During fast-forward, hold down M down m REW. FF. During rewind, hold
During playback, press M FF or m REW on the remote commander. During playback, hold down M FF or m REW. When you release the button, normal playback resumes. During playback, press 2. During playback or pause, press y SLOW. During pause, press M FF or m REW on the remote commander. Hold down the button to play one frame each second. While the tape is stopped, hold down m press H PLAY on the VCR. REW on the VCR and
Play at twice the normal speed Play in slow motion Play frame by frame Rewind and start play
To resume normal playback Press H PLAY.
Tip Adjust the picture using the TRACKING +/ buttons if: Streaks appear while playing in slow motion. The picture shakes during pause. To set tracking to the center position, press both buttons (+/) at the same time. Notes The sound is muted during these operations. Tapes recorded in the LP mode on other VCRs can be played back on this VCR but the picture quality cannot be guaranteed. The picture may show noise when playing at high speed in reverse.
Setting the recording duration time
After you have started recording in the normal way, you can have the VCR stop recording automatically after a specified duration.
1 While recording, press z REC.
The indicator appears in the display window.
z REC repeatedly to set 2 Press press advances the time inthe duration time. minutes. Each increments of 30
0:30 1:00 5:30 6:00 Normal recording
The tape counter decreases minute by minute to 0:00, then the VCR stops recording and turns off automatically. To extend the duration Press z REC repeatedly to set a new duration time. To cancel the duration Press z REC repeatedly until the normal recording mode. To stop while recording Press x STOP.
Note You cannot display the current tape time in the display window when setting the recording duration time.
indicator disappears and the VCR returns to
Checking/changing/canceling timer settings
Before you start Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the VCR. MENU, then press 2 Pressyou want to change aM/m to highlight TIMER SET/CHECK and press OK. If setting, go on to the next step.
If you do not need to change the settings, press MENU, then turn off the VCR to return to recording standby.
continued Checking/changing/canceling timer settings
to highlight 3 Press M/mcancel. the setting you want to change or To change the setting, press OK and press </ , to highlight the item you want to change, then press M/m to reset it. To cancel the setting, press CLEAR.
TIMER SET / CHECK 9 / THU DATE START STOP CH / SAT 8 : PM 9 : PM / 2 MON : AM : AM 20 MON FRI 2 : PM 3 : PM 60 EVERY SUN 6 : AM 7 : AM 42 / : : / : : / : : / : : RETURN SELECT : SET : OK CANCEL : C L E A R QUIT : MENU SP EP EP EP

Operation (when recording on this VCR)
Before you start editing Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel. Press INPUT SELECT or CHANNEL +/ to display L2 (or L1) in the display window. Press SP/EP to select the tape speed, SP or EP.

z REC X PAUSE

source tape safety tab removed into the other (playback) 1 Insert afor the point with its playback and set it to playback pause. VCR. Search to start into this 2 Insert a tape PAUSE. (recording) VCR. Search for the point to start recording and press X 3 Press z REC on this VCR to set it to recording pause. 4 To start editing, press the X PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time. To stop editing Press the x STOP buttons on both VCRs.
Tip To cut out unwanted scenes while editing, press X PAUSE on this VCR when an unwanted scene begins. When it ends, press X PAUSE again to resume recording. Note If you start recording following the procedure above, the VCR wont start recording with the APC function. To record a tape with the APC function, press z REC again during recording pause in step 3 so that the VCR analyzes the tape. Then, press X PAUSE after the APC indicator stops flashing to start recording. If you press X PAUSE before the APC indicator stops flashing, the APC function is canceled.
General setup information

Setting the RF unit

When connecting the VCR to the TV using only the antenna cable, you must set the RF UNIT switch on the rear of the VCR so that the TV can receive the correct signal from the VCR.

TV/VIDEO

?/1 POWER CHANNEL +/
UNIT switch on the of CHSet the RFnot used in your area.rearboththe VCR toset the or CH4,towhichever channel is If are used, switch either channel. Press ?/1 POWER to turn on the VCR. Press TV/VIDEO to turn on the VIDEO indicator in the VCRs display window. display a 4 Press CHANNEL +/ to number inchannel number in the display window. Select an active channel your area. Turn on your TV and set it to the channel you selected in step 1 (channel 3 or 4). 5 The channel you selected in step 4 appears on the TV screen. If the channels change when you press CHANNEL +/, you have made the correct setting. Whenever you use the VCR, set the TV to the channel selected in step 1.
Attaching the external antenna connector
When using a 300-ohm twin lead cable for a VHF/UHF antenna, use the EAC-32 antenna connector (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the VCR.
300-ohm twin lead cable EAC-32 antenna connector (not supplied)

1 Loosen the screws on the antenna connector. 2 Wind the twin leads around the screws on the antenna connector. 3 Retighten the screws.
Attaching a UHF/VHF band mixer
When using both a 75-ohm coaxial cable and a 300-ohm twin lead cable for a VHF/UHF antenna, use the EAC-66 UHF/VHF band separator/mixer (not supplied) to connect the antenna to the VCR.
300-ohm twin lead cable EAC-66 UHF/VHF band separator/ mixer (not supplied)

75-ohm coaxial cable

1 Loosen the screws on the mixer. 2 Wind the twin leads around the screws on the mixer. 3 Retighten the screws. 4 Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable to the mixer.

Troubleshooting

If you have any questions or problems not covered below, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Symptom The ?/1 switch does not function. Power Remedy Connect the AC power cord securely. Make sure the VCR is not locked. To unlock, hold down ?/1 POWER on the VCR until the - indicator disappears. Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn the power off, unplug the AC power cord and leave the VCR to dry for over three hours. The clock stops if the VCR is disconnected from the wall outlet for more than one hour. Reset the clock (and timer). The VCR is searching for a time signal. If channels in your area do not carry time signals, set the clock manually. Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If you are using a monitor, set it to video input. Adjust the tracking with the TRACKING +/ buttons. The video heads are dirty (see the last page of Troubleshooting). Clean the video heads using the Sony T-25CLD, T-25CLDR, or T-25CLW video head cleaning cassette. If these cleaning cassettes are not available in your area, have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony dealer (a standard service fee will be charged). Do not use a commercially available liquid type cleaning cassette other than Sonys, as it may damage the video heads. The video heads may have to be replaced. Consult your local Sony dealer for more information. Adjust the vertical hold control on the TV or monitor. The tape is defective. If you made A/V connections, check the audio cable connection. Make sure the TV is set to the channel for the VCR. If you are using a monitor, set it to video input. Select the correct source with the INPUT SELECT or CH +/ buttons. Select a channel number when recording TV programs; select L1 or L2 when recording from other equipment. Adjust the TV antenna. The safety tab has been removed. To record on this tape, cover the tab hole. Check that the safety tab has not been removed. Make sure the tape is not at its end.

System
Format VHS NTSC standard Video recording system Rotary head helical scanning FM system Video heads Double azimuth four heads Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Tape speed SP: 33.35 mm/s (1 EP: 11.11 mm/s (

Timer section

Clock Quartz locked Timer indication 12-hour cycle Timer setting 8 programs (max.) Power back-up Built-in self-charging capacitor Back-up duration: up to 1 hour at a time

inches/s) inches/s)

General
Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 24 W Operating temperature 5C to 40C (41F to 104F) Storage temperature 20C to 60C (4F to 140F) Dimensions Approx. 285 mm (w/h/d) (Approx. 4 inches) including projecting parts and controls Mass Approx. 3.6 kg (7 lb 15 oz)
LP: 16.67 mm/s ( 16 inches/s), playback only Maximum recording/playback time 8 hrs. in EP mode (with T-160 tape) Fast-forward and rewind time Approx. 3 min. (with T-120 tape)

Tuner section

Channel coverage VHF 2 to 13 UHF 14 to 69 CATV A-8 to A-1, A to W, W+1 to W+84 Antenna 75-ohm antenna terminal for VHF/UHF

Inputs and outputs

LINE-1 IN and -2 IN VIDEO IN, phono jack (1 each) Input signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative AUDIO IN, phono jacks (2 each) Input level: 327 mVrms Input impedance: more than 47 kilohms LINE OUT VIDEO OUT, phono jack (1) Output signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative AUDIO OUT, phono jacks (2) Standard output: 327 mVrms Load impedance: 47 kilohms Output impedance: less than 10 kilohms

Supplied accessories

Remote commander (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
Index to parts and controls
Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.

Front panel

A ?/1 POWER switch (53) B Z EJECT button (42) C Tape compartment D Remote sensor (5) Em REW (rewind) button (42) (58)
I x STOP button (42) (71) J X PAUSE button (42) (71) K DIAL TIMER control (47) (SLV-N60/ AX20 only) L CHANNEL/TRACKING +/ buttons (45) (67) M EASY SET UP button (11) (14) (17) (20) N LINE-2 IN VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks (70)
F H PLAY button (42) (58) GM (58) FF (fast-forward) button (42)
H z REC (record) button (45) (60) (71)
continued Index to parts and controls

Display window

STEREO VIDEO APC SAP LP SP EP
A Timer indicator (49) (53) (56) B SAP (Second Audio Program) indicator (63) C STEREO indicator (63) D Tape speed indicator (45) E VIDEO indicator (46) (72) F APC (Adaptive Picture Control) indicator (67)

Recording 44 bilingual programs 63 SAP broadcasts 63 saving 46 stereo broadcasts 63 timer setting 55 using Dial Timer 47 using the VCR Plus+ system 52 while watching another program 46 RF channel 72
Demonstration Mode 51 Dial Timer 47 Disabling channels 33 Dubbing. see Editing
Easy Set Up 11, 14, 17, 20 Editing 70 EP mode 45
Safety tab 46 SAP (Second Audio Program) 63 Searching at various speeds 58 for a selected point 65 SP mode 45 Stereo 63

Hi-fi audio track 64

Language selecting 22 Locking the VCR 50 LP mode 46
Quick reference to using the VCR

Hookup 1

To play a tape
1 Set the TV to channel 3 or 4 (or to video input, if you made A/V connections). 2 Insert a tape and press H PLAY. If theres no picture on your TV, press the VCRs TV/VIDEO button until the VIDEO indicator appears in the display window. 2 Insert a tape and press H PLAY.

Hookup 3

1 If you made A/V connections, set the TV to video input. If you didnt use A/V hookup: Turn on the cable box. Set the cable box to channel 3 or 4. Set the TV to the output channel of the cable box (usually 2, 3, or 4). 2 Insert a tape and press H PLAY.
To record a program (For SLV-N60/AX20)
1 Turn on the cable box. 2 Set the cable box to the channel you want to record. 3 Press VCR Plus+ on the remote commander. 4 Enter the PlusCode number. 5 Select ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY, then press ENTER. 6 Insert a tape. 7 Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR. 8 Leave the cable box on.
1 Press VCR Plus+ on the remote commander. 2 Enter the PlusCode number. 3 Select ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY, then press ENTER. 4 Insert a tape. 5 Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR.

(For SLV-N50/AX10)

1 Turn on the cable box. 2 Set the cable box to the channel you want to record. 3 Press MENU and select TIMER SET/CHECK. 4 Set the date, time, channel, and tape speed. 5 Press OK. 6 Insert a tape. 7 Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR. Leave the cable box on.
1 Press MENU and select TIMER SET/CHECK. 2 Set the date, time, channel, and tape speed. 3 Press OK. 4 Insert a tape. 5 Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR.

To watch TV

1 Turn off your VCR, or press the VCRs TV/ VIDEO button until the VIDEO indicator in the display window turns off. 2 Turn on your cable box. 3 Set the TV to the cable box output channel (usually 2, 3, or 4). 4 Set the cable box to the channel you want to watch.
1 Turn off the VCR, or press the VCRs TV/VIDEO button until the VIDEO indicator in the display window turns off. 2 Set the TV to the channel you want to watch.
1 Turn off your VCR, or press the VCRs TV/VIDEO button until the VIDEO indicator in the display window turns off. 2 Select the channel with your cable box (if you have one) or with your TV.

Hookup 2

1 Set the TV to channel 3 or 4 (or to video input, if you made A/V connections).

Sony Corporation

Printed in Malaysia

PRODUCT DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS
Sony SLV-N50 Professional VCR

Key Features

VHS Hi-Fi Stereo
Enables stereo recording and playback with wide dynamic range and full frequency response.

MTS Stereo TV Tuning

Lets you receive stereo broadcasts even if you don't own a stereo TV.
4-Head Dual Azimuth Recording and Playback
Two heads for LP speed and two for EP to optimize playback picture quality.
Crystal Clear -- A clean picture, uninterrupted by "noise bars" in Freeze Frame, Frame Advance and variable speed Slow Motion.
VCR Plus+ Timer Programming
The Quickset timer dial works beautifully for programs coming up in the next 24 hours. To program shows further in the future, all 1999 Sony HiFi VCRs offer VCR Plus+ programming. Simply use the PlusCode numbers you'll find in many newspaper TV listings and TV Guide magazine. The VCR will automatically select the channel, date, start time and stop time.

Auto Clock Set

No more flashing "12:00." Every Sony VCR sets its own clock, using special date and time signals broadcast by local PBS stations? It will even update itself for Daylight Savings Time, power outages or simply forgetting to set the clock.

19 Micron Video Heads

To achieve maximum picture quality from tapes recorded in EP mode, every Sony VCR incorporates 19 micron heads. They maximize the video image, while minimizing distortions caused by crosstalk.

Front Audio/Video Inputs

Front panel inputs for hooking up a camcorder without turning on the VCR around. Offered in addition to conventional rear-panel inputs.

Adaptive Picture Control

Wouldn't it be nice to have an engineer adjust the VHS picture every time you record or play a tape? That's the idea behind Sony's Adaptive Picture Control. It actually tests the condition of each tape and the video head, then adjusts both playback and recording parameters to optimum levels.

Color On-Screen Display

Sony's new menus are easier to read.

Easy Setup Button

Press one button and an on-screen display walks you through every aspect of VCR setup, one step at a time! You'll coordinate operation with your cable box or Digital Satellite System Receiver 3, preset your tuner, map your cable channels for VCR Plus+ operation and more!

Energy Star Compliant

Many household appliances consume energy even when they're off. That's why the US Environmental Protection Agency has established the Energy Star standards for energy conservation. These Sony VCRs meet the standards. So they'll conserve energy - and save on your electric bills.

Commercial Pass Feature

Makes it easier than ever to zip past commercials and coming attractions. Press the button once to go into high-speed picture search. Press again and the VCR stops, rewinds a few seconds and Plays.

Multibrand TV Remote

Operates most major brands of TV.
Multi-Lingual On-Screen Display
Status and operating messages in English, French or Spanish.

Auto Tape Speed

For timer recording, this system automatically changes the tape speed from SP to LP if the timer recording time is longer than the remaining tape.

Auto Head Cleaning

Reduces clogging by automatically clearing tape residue every time you insert a tape.Reduces clogging by automatically clearing tape residue every time you insert a tape.

ChildLoc Circuitry

Freezes control of the VCR except for timer functions.

Compact

Compact 14" width matches Hi-Fi Midi Components

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