Sony SLV-SF950N User Manual

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3-062-331-
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Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
The SmartFile function in this model meets the requirements of EU, EFTA,
Central and Eastern Europe
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Recorder

filename[01GB02COV-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]3-062-331-12 (1)Video Cassette RecorderOperating Instructions The S

Page 2 - Precautions

10Connecting the VCRfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Notes• If the TV is connected to the LINE-1 (TV

Page 3 - Table of contents

100filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Picture S5The picture rolls vertically during picture search.t

Page 4 - Step 1 : Unpacking

Additional Information101filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Timer recording S15The timer does not op

Page 5 - Using the remote commander

102filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Canal Plus S22PAY-TV/Canal Plus is always recorded scrambled.t

Page 6 - TV control buttons

Additional Information103filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Tape S33The tape is ejected when you pre

Page 7

104filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)] SpecificationsSystemChannel coveragePAL (D/K, B/G)VHF E2 to E

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Additional Information105filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Index to parts and controlsRefer to the

Page 9 - Step 3 : Connecting the VCR

106filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Display windowA Timer indicator (48), (53)B VPS (Video Program

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Additional Information107filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Rear panelA Mains lead (9), (12)Bi LINE-

Page 11 - About the SMARTLINK features

108filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Remote commanderAZ EJECT button (42)B WIDE button (for TV) (7)

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Additional Information109filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]M TV/VIDEO remote control switch (5) N?

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Getting Started11Connecting the VCRAbout the SMARTLINK featuresIf the connected TV complies with SMARTLINK, NexTView Link, MEGALOGIC*1, EASYLINK/Cinem

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110Menu chartfilename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Menu chartThis VCR is equipped with an on-screen ind

Page 15 - Additional connections

Additional Information111Menu chartfilename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]SET :SELECT :OKMENUEXIT :VIDEO

Page 16 - RF CHANNEL

112filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]

Page 17 - Tuning your TV to the VCR

Additional Information113filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]

Page 18 - SONY VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

Sony Corporation Printed in Francefilename[306233111SF950NIX.fm] model name1[SLV-SF990D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]IndexAAccesories supplied 4

Page 19 - Set Up function

12Connecting the VCRfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Connection to your TV with an aerial cable only

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Getting Started13Connecting the VCRConnection to your TV and Set-Top Box (STB)If you don’t use a STB, skip to page 16.The illustration below shows an

Page 21 - Step 6 : Setting the clock

14Connecting the VCRfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]If your STB does not have a Scart (EURO-AV) con

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Getting Started15Connecting the VCRAdditional connectionsTo a stereo systemYou can improve sound quality by connecting a stereo system to the AUDIO OU

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16Tuning your TV to the VCRfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Step 4 : Tuning your TV to the VCRIf you

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Getting Started17Tuning your TV to the VCRTo check if the TV tuning is correctSet the TV to the video channel (for ex. programma position "0"

Page 25 - Selecting a language

18Tuning your TV to the VCRfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]If you have connected your VCR to the TV

Page 26 - Presetting channels

Getting Started19Setting up the VCR with the Auto Set Up functionStep 5 : Setting up the VCR with the Auto Set Up function Before using the VCR for th

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2WARNINGWARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer s

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20Setting up the VCR with the Auto Set Up functionfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]If your country d

Page 29 - If the picture is not clear

Getting Started21Setting the clockStep 6 : Setting the clockYou must set the time and date on the VCR to use the timer recording features properly.If

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22Setting the clockfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Tip• To change the digits while setting, press

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Getting Started23Setting the clockChanging the station for the Auto Clock Set functionBefore you start…• Turn on the VCR and the TV.• Set the TV to th

Page 32 - Changing programme positions

24Setting the clockfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Tips• To change the digits while setting, press

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Getting Started25Selecting a languageSelecting a languageYou can change the on-screen display language from the one you selected with the Auto Set Up

Page 34 - Disabling unwanted

26Presetting channelsfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Presetting channelsIf some channels could not

Page 35

Getting Started27Presetting channels4Press M/m to highlight CHANNEL SET.5Press PROG +/– to select the programme position.6Press OK to highlight the ch

Page 36 - Connecting a decoder

28Presetting channelsfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]If you know the number of the channel you want

Page 37 - Setting PAY-TV/Canal Plus

Getting Started29Presetting channelsDisabling unwanted programme positionsAfter tuning the TV channels, you can disable unused programme positions. Th

Page 38 - [3-062-331

3Table of contentsGetting Startedfilename[306233111SF950NTOC.fm] model name1[SLV-SE700G] model name2[SLV-SE700I]model name3[SLV-SE800G] model name4[

Page 39 - Selected programme

30Setting/changing the station namesfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Setting/changing the station na

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Getting Started31Setting/changing the station namesNote• The menu disappears automatically if you don’t proceed for more than a few minutes.4• If you

Page 41 - Playing a tape

32Changing/disabling programme positionsfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Changing/disabling programm

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Getting Started33Changing/disabling programme positions3Press M/m to highlight the row on which you want to change the programme position, then press

Page 43 - Touch Play)

34Changing/disabling programme positionsfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Disabling unwanted programm

Page 44 - Recording TV programmes

Getting Started35Changing/disabling programme positionsNotes• The menu disappears automatically if you don’t proceed for more than a few minutes.• Be

Page 45 - SP/LP

36Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plus decoderfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plu

Page 46 - To check the remaining time

Getting Started37Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plus decoderSetting PAY-TV/Canal Plus channelsTo watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes, set your VCR

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38Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plus decoderfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]4Press M/m to highlight DEC.

Page 48 - ShowView system

Getting Started39Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plus decoder9Press M/m to highlight NORMAL, then press OK.To preset CATV (Cable Television) channels, select

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4Unpackingfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Getting StartedStep 1 : UnpackingCheck that you have rece

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40Setting the PAY-TV/Canal Plus decoderfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Notes• The menu disappears a

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Basic Operations41Playing a tapefilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Basic OperationsPlaying a tape1Tu

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42Playing a tapefilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Additional tasksTo set the colour systemIf the pl

Page 53 - Setting the timer manually

Basic Operations43Playing a tapefilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Notes• The counter resets to “0:0

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44Recording TV programmesfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Recording TV programmes1Turn on your TV

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Basic Operations45Recording TV programmesfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]To stop recordingPress x

Page 56 - Additional Operations

46Recording TV programmesfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]To check the remaining timePress DISPL

Page 57 - To resume normal playback

Basic Operations47Recording TV programmesfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Notes• If a tape has por

Page 58 - Normal recording

48Recording TV programmes using the ShowView systemfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Recording TV p

Page 59 - Synchronized Recording

Basic Operations49Recording TV programmes using the ShowView systemfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1

Page 60 - Recording programmes using

Getting Started5Setting up the remote commanderStep 2 : Setting up the remote commanderInserting the batteriesInsert two R6 (size AA) batteries by mat

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50Recording TV programmes using the ShowView systemfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]3Press OK.The

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Basic Operations51Recording TV programmes using the ShowView systemfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1

Page 63 - In NICAM system

52Recording TV programmes using the ShowView systemfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]To use the VCR

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Basic Operations53Setting the timer manuallyfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Setting the timer man

Page 65 - INDEX 2

54Setting the timer manuallyfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]1Press TIMER.• When you set TIMER OP

Page 66 - Adjusting the picture

Basic Operations55Setting the timer manuallyfilename[01GB05BAS-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]To stop recordingTo s

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56Playing/searching at various speedsfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Additional OperationsPlaying

Page 68 - Changing menu options

Additional Operations57Playing/searching at various speedsfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]To resu

Page 69 - TAPE OPTIONS menu

58Setting the recording duration timefilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Setting the recording durati

Page 70 - OTHER OPTIONS menu

Additional Operations59Synchronized Recordingfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Synchronized Recordi

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6Setting up the remote commanderfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]TV control buttonsTo PressSet the T

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60Synchronized Recordingfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Recording programmes using the Synchroniz

Page 73 - Basic Editing

Additional Operations61Checking/changing/cancelling timer settingsfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)

Page 74 - About the SmartFile function

62Checking/changing/cancelling timer settingsfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]When the timer setti

Page 75

Additional Operations63Recording stereo and bilingual programmesfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]R

Page 76 - SMARTFILE SENSOR

64Recording stereo and bilingual programmesfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Selecting the sound du

Page 77 - BLANK TIME SP 1H 55M

Additional Operations65Searching using the index functionfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Searchin

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66Adjusting the picturefilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Adjusting the pictureAdjusting the trackin

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Additional Operations67Adjusting the picturefilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]OPC recordingWhenever

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68Changing menu optionsfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Changing menu optionsVIDEO OPTIONS menuIni

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Additional Operations69Changing menu optionsfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]• When you turn off y

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Getting Started7Setting up the remote commanderNotes• With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months. • If you do not use the re

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70Changing menu optionsfilename[01GB06ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]OTHER OPTIONS menuInitial settings are ind

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Editing71Connecting to a VCR or stereo systemfilename[01GBedit-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]EditingConnecting to

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72Connecting to a VCR or stereo systemfilename[01GBedit-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]TipYou can also use the LINE

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Editing73Basic Editingfilename[01GBedit-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Basic Editing(when recording on your VCR)Bef

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74About the SmartFile functionfilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]SmartFile functionAbout the SmartFi

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SmartFile function75About the SmartFile functionfilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Labelling a recor

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76Recording using the SmartFile functionfilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Recording using the Smart

Page 90 - Labelling a tape

SmartFile function77Recording using the SmartFile functionfilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Recordi

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78Recording using the SmartFile functionfilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Checking the information

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SmartFile function79Recording using the SmartFile functionfilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Recordi

Page 93 - Press SMARTFILE

8Setting up the remote commanderfilename[01GB04GET-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF950N] model name2[] [3-062-331-12 (1)]Code numbers of controllable TVsIf

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80Recording using the SmartFile functionfilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Notes• You may not be abl

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SmartFile function81Selecting and playing a programmefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Selecting an

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82Checking the contents of a tapefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Checking the contents of a tapeY

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SmartFile function83Checking the contents of a tapefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Tip• If you pr

Page 98 - Troubleshooting

84Labelling a recorded programme and tapefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Labelling a recorded pro

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SmartFile function85Labelling a recorded programme and tapefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]1Selec

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86Labelling a recorded programme and tapefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Notes• In step 4 above,

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SmartFile function87Labelling a recorded programme and tapefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Labell

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88Labelling a recorded programme and tapefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]3Press M/m to select a p

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SmartFile function89Labelling a recorded programme and tapefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]To era

Page 104 - Specifications

Getting Started9Connecting the VCRStep 3 : Connecting the VCRWe recommend connecting your VCR to your TV using a Scart (EURO-AV) cable. You must still

Page 105 - Index to parts and controls

90Labelling a recorded programme and tapefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Labelling a tapeBefore y

Page 106 - SMARTLINK

SmartFile function91Labelling a recorded programme and tapefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]To era

Page 107 - Rear panel

92Registering the contents of a recorded tape in the SmartFile labelfilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (

Page 108 - Remote commander

SmartFile function93Registering the contents of a recorded tape in the SmartFile labelfilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2

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94Protecting a recorded programmefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Protecting a recorded programmeY

Page 110 - Menu chart

SmartFile function95Protecting a recorded programmefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]To unlock the

Page 111

96Erasing the data of an unwanted programmefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Erasing the data of an

Page 112 - [3-xxx-xxx

SmartFile function97Erasing the data of an unwanted programmefilename[01GB07ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Note

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98Troubleshootingfilename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)]Additional InformationTroubleshootingIf you have

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Additional Information99filename[01GB08ADD-NP0.fm] model name1[SLV-SF900D/E] model name2[] [3-xxx-xxx-E1 (1)] Picture S1The VCR picture does not app

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