Sony SLV-EZ727AZ User Manual

Operating InstructionsVideo CassetteRecorder3-074-911-11 (1) GB© 2002 Sony CorporationSLV-EZ727AZPAL NTSCSLV-EZ725AZPAL NTSC4.43SLV-EZ424AZPAL NTSC4.4

10Getting StartedStep 1 : UnpackingCheck that you have received the following items with the VCR:• Remote commander• R6 (size AA) batteries• Aerial ca

11Getting StartedGetting StartedStep 2 : Setting up the remotecommanderInserting the batteriesInsert two R6 (size AA) batteriesby matching the + and –

12Getting StartedNotes• With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months.• If you do not use the remote commander for an extended

13Getting StartedGetting StartedTip• When you set your TV’s code number correctly while the TV is turned on, the TVturns off automatically.Notes• If y

14Getting StartedStep 3 : Connecting the VCRConnect the aerial to your VCR and TV as shown below to watch TVprogrammes and VCR pictures on your TV. I

15Getting StartedGetting StartedAdditional connectionsTo a TV that has audio/video input jacksThis additional connectionimproves picture and soundqual

16Getting StartedOKPLAYMENU:PLEASE WAITAUTO SET UP40%EXITStep 4 : Setting up the VCR withthe Auto Set Up functionBefore using the VCR for the first ti

17Getting StartedGetting StartedTo cancel the Auto Set Up functionPress MENU.To change the RF channelIf the picture does not appear clearly on the TV,

18Getting StartedStep 5 : Setting the clockYou must set the time and date on the VCR to use the timer features properly.Before you start…• Turn on the

19Getting StartedGetting Started4 Set the day, month, and year insequence by pressing , to selectthe item to be set, and press M/m toselect the digits

2WARNINGWARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do notexpose the unit to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open thecabinet. Refer ser

20Getting StartedStep 6 : Selecting the TV systemYou must select the appropriate TV system for your area.Before you start…• Turn on the VCR and the TV

21Getting StartedGetting StartedStep 7 : Presetting channels withthe EASY G-CODE SET UPfunction (SLV-EZ727AZ andEZ424AZ only)The EASY G-CODE SET UP fu

22Getting StartedPresetting channelsIf some channels could not be preset using the Auto Set Up function, you can presetthem manually.Before you start…

23Getting StartedGetting Started4 Press </, repeatedly until thechannel you want is displayed.Select the appropriate TV system, ifnecessary.5 Press

24Getting StartedPresetting channels (continued)If the picture is not clearIf the picture is not clear, you may use the Manual Fine Tuning (MFT)functi

25Getting StartedGetting StartedChanging/disabling programmepositionsAfter setting the channels, you can change the programme positions as you like.

26Getting StartedOKPLAYOKPLAYMENUOKPLAYSETMENU::OK:ENDSELECTAUTO SET UPMANUAL SET UPTV SYSTEM32:G:VCR OUTPUT CH:EXITMENUChanging/disabling programme p

27Getting StartedGetting Started2 Press M/m to highlight MANUALSET UP, then press ,.3 Press M/m to highlight the rowwhich you want to disable.To displ

28Getting StartedChanging/disabling programme positions (continued)Changing the station namesYou can change or enter the station names (up to 4 charac

29Getting StartedGetting Started5 Enter the station name.1 Press M/m to select a character.Each time you press M, thecharacter changes as shownbelow.A

3Table of contentsGetting StartedTable of ContentsGetting Started4 Index to parts and controls10 Step 1 : Unpacking11 Step 2 : Setting up the remoteco

30Basic OperationsBasic OperationsOKPLAYPlaying a tapeBefore you start...• Refer to “Index to parts and controls” for button locations.1 Turn on your

31Basic OperationsBasic OperationsMinuteSecondHourTo use the time counterPress CLEAR at the point on the tape that you want to find later. Thecounter

32Basic Operations• PROGRecording TV programmesBefore you start...• Refer to “Index to parts and controls” for button locations.1 Turn on your TV and

33Basic OperationsBasic Operations5 Press z REC to start recording.The recording indicator lights up red in the displaywindow.RECRecording indicatorTo

34Basic OperationsTo watch another TV programme while recording1 If the TV is connected to the VCR using an audio/video cable, set theTV to TV input.

35Basic OperationsBasic OperationsNotes• The DISPLAY information does not appear during still (pause) mode or slow-motion playback.• If a tape has por

36Basic OperationsRecording TV programmes using theEasy TimerThe Easy Timer function allows you tomake timer recordings of programmeswithout turning o

37Basic OperationsBasic Operations3 Press EASY TIMER.START indicator and the current time appear in the displaywindow.4 Turn EASY TIMER to set the rec

38Basic Operations7 Press EASY TIMER.The programme position or LINE input appears in the displaywindow.8 Turn EASY TIMER to set the programme position

39Basic OperationsBasic Operations11 Press EASY TIMER to complete the setting.“OK” appears in the display window for about five seconds.The indicato

4Getting StartedGetting StartedIndex to parts and controlsRefer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details.Front panelFor SLV-EZ727AZ and

40Basic OperationsTo set the clock1 Hold down EASY TIMER so that “DAY” appears in the displaywindow. However, if the clock has already been set, the

41Basic OperationsBasic OperationsAbout the Demonstration ModeThe Easy Timer function has a Demonstration Mode that allows the user, such as asalesper

42Basic OperationsRecording TV programmes using theG-CODE® system (SLV-EZ727AZ andEZ424AZ only)The G-CODE system is the feature that simplifies progra

43Basic OperationsBasic OperationsMENUcontinuedSETMENU::OK:ENDSELECT–– –––– –– –– – –––::35SA2919002 000::–– –––– –– –– – –––::–– –––– –– –– – –––::––

44Basic OperationsDaily/weekly recordingIn step 4 above, press m to select the recording pattern. Each time you pressm, the indication changes as sho

45Basic OperationsBasic OperationsRecording TV programmes using thetimerYou can preset a total of eight programmes, including settings made with other

46Basic Operations4 Press ?/1 to turn off the VCR.The indicator appears in the display window and the VCR standsby for recording.To record from othe

47Basic OperationsBasic OperationsTips• To set the line input video source, you can also use the INPUT SELECT button.• To check, change, or cancel the

48Additional OperationsAdditional OperationsPlaying/searching at various speedsBefore you start…• Refer to “Index to parts and controls” for button lo

49Additional OperationsAdditional OperationsSetting the recording duration timeAfter you have started recording in the normal way, you can have the VC

5Getting StartedGetting StartedFor SLV-EZ424AZ and EZ121AZ1 ?/1 ON/STANDBY switch2 A EJECT button (30)3 Remote sensor (11)4 Tape compartment5 m REW (r

50Additional OperationsChecking/changing/cancelling timersettingsBefore you start…• Turn on your TV and set it to the video channel.• Refer to “Index

51Additional OperationsAdditional OperationsWhen the timer settings overlapThe programme that starts first has priority and the second programme start

52Additional OperationsRecording stereo and bilingualprogrammes (SLV-EZ727AZ and EZ725AZonly)In the ZWEITON (German stereo) systemThis VCR automatical

53Additional OperationsAdditional OperationsIn the NICAM systemThis VCR receives and records stereo and bilingual programmes based onthe NICAM system

54Additional OperationsSelecting the sound during Hi-fi playbackPress AUDIO MONITOR to select the sound you want.To listen to On-screen display Displa

55Additional OperationsAdditional OperationsSearching using the index functionThe VCR automatically marks the tape with an index signal at the point w

56Additional OperationsAdjusting the pictureAdjusting the trackingAlthough the VCR automatically adjusts thetracking when playing a tape, distortion m

57Additional OperationsAdditional OperationsReducing the VCR’s powerconsumptionYou can turn off the indicators in the display window when the VCR is o

58Additional OperationsChanging menu options1 Press MENU, then select USER SET or EASY OPERATION and pressOK.2 Press M/m to select the option.3 Press

59Additional OperationsAdditional OperationsMenu option Set this option toNICAM*2• ON to record NICAM broadcasts on the hi-fi audiotrack.• OFF to reco

6Getting StartedDisplay window1 Tape indicator2 START indicator (37)3 STOP indicator (37)4 MONTH indicator (40)5 YEAR indicator6 NICAM indicator* (53)

60EditingEditingTV Your VCR (Recorder)LINE IN 1Other VCR (Player)LINE OUTAudio/video cable (not supplied): Signal flowExample B (SLV-EZ727AZ and EZ725

61EditingEditingExample C (SLV-EZ727AZ and EZ725AZ only)Your VCR (Recorder)TVLINE IN 1Other VCR (Player)LINE OUTAudio/video cable (not supplied): Sign

62EditingBasic editingWhen recording on this VCRBefore you start editing• Turn on your TV and set it to the videochannel.• Press INPUT SELECT to displ

63Additional InformationAdditional InformationAdditional InformationTroubleshootingIf you have any questions or problems not covered below, please con

64Additional InformationPlaybackThe sound from a taperecorded with the VCR is notin stereo or the STEREOindicator in the displaywindow is flashing.Sym

65Additional InformationAdditional InformationTimer recordingSymptom RemedyThe timer does not operate. • Check that the clock is set.• Make sure a tap

66Additional InformationSymptoms caused by contaminated video heads• Normal picture • Rough picture • Unclear picture • No picture (orblack & whit

67Additional InformationAdditional InformationSpecificationsSystemColour systemPAL, NTSC 3.58*, NTSC 4.43TV systemB/G, B/BChannel coverageB/G: VHF E2

Sony CorporationAC68-01837EIndexAAdjustingpicture 56tracking 56Aerial hookup 14ASC (Auto Sharpness Control)56Audio track 54Audio/video hookup 15Auto S

7Getting StartedGetting StartedRear panelFor SLV-EZ727AZ and EZ725AZFor SLV-EZ424AZ and EZ121AZ1 (in from antenna) connector (14)2 LINE IN 1 AUDIO R/

8Getting StartedRemote commander12345678901 Z EJECT button (30)2 INPUT SELECT button (32) (45)(62)3 TV/VIDEO button (for TV)4 CLEAR button (31) (42) (

9Getting StartedGetting Startedqs ?/1 (on/standby) switch (43)qd •TV/VIDEO remote control switch(11)qf AUDIO MONITOR button*1*2 (52)qg G-CODE button*3