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Sony SLV-798HF User Manual

Sony SLV-798HF
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3-861-047-11 (1)
Video Cassette
Recorder
Operating Instructions
Owner's record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the
unit. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.
Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
SLV-798HF
©1998 by Sony Corporation

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Sony SLV-798HF Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeVCR
BrandSony
ModelSLV-798HF
Video SystemNTSC
Recording FormatVHS
Playback FormatVHS
Number of Heads4
TunerYes
Remote ControlYes
Hi-Fi StereoYes
Playback SpeedSP, LP, EP
InputsComposite
OutputsComposite

Summary

Safety and Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Essential safety guidelines for operating the VCR and handling power.

Getting Started

Setting Up the Remote Commander

Instructions for inserting batteries and using the remote commander.

Selecting Hookup Options

Guide to choosing the best hookup option based on available equipment.

Audio/Video (A/V) Hookup

Connecting the VCR using audio/video inputs for better sound and picture.

Hookup 1: Cable Box Control

Connecting for VCRs with cable boxes to simplify recording.

Setting the Clock

Auto Clock Set Feature

Automatically setting the VCR clock using broadcast time signals.

Manual Clock Setting Details

Setting clock channels, time zone, and daylight saving time manually.

Using Manual Clock Set

Step-by-step guide to manually setting the date and time.

Setting Up Cable Box Control

Connecting the Cable Mouse

Connecting the VCR's Cable Mouse for control of cable/DSS receivers.

Troubleshooting Cable Box Control

Resolving issues when the VCR cannot control the cable/DSS receiver.

Presetting Channels

Automatic Channel Presetting

Automatically presetting all receivable VHF, UHF, and CATV channels.

Setting Up VCR Plus+

Setting Up VCR for VCR Plus+

Coordinating TV channel numbers with program guide channels.

Automatic Setup (Smart Channel Mapping)

Automatically setting guide channels using ZIP/POSTAL CODE.

Manual VCR Plus+ Setup

Manually coordinating guide channels with TV channel numbers.

Basic Operations

Playing a Tape

Instructions for inserting a tape and starting playback.

Recording TV Programs

Recording TV Programs

Steps to record TV programs directly from the VCR.

Recording TV Programs Using VCR Plus+

How VCR Plus+ Works

Using PlusCodes to automatically program VCR recordings.

Entering VCR Plus+ Program Details

Entering PlusCode, tape speed, and recording schedule.

Setting the Timer Manually

Manual Timer Recording Setup

Instructions for manually setting recording timers.

Setting Recording Parameters

Setting date, time, channel, and tape speed for manual timer recording.

Additional Operations

Quick Timer During Recording

Setting the VCR to stop recording automatically after a set duration.

Managing Timer Settings

Viewing, modifying, or deleting programmed timer recordings.

Adjusting the Picture

Adaptive Picture Control (APC)

Improving recording and playback quality with APC function.

Changing Menu Options

Advanced Options Overview

Details on VCR settings like Auto Ant Sel, Auto Stereo, APC, etc.

Editing with Another VCR

Operation When Recording

Steps for recording and starting the editing process.

Troubleshooting

Power and Clock Issues

Resolving problems with the power switch and clock display.

Playback Picture Issues

Troubleshooting no picture, unclear picture, or rolling picture.

Contaminated Video Head Symptoms

Identifying and resolving issues related to dirty video heads.

Recording and Timer Issues

Troubleshooting problems with recording and timer functions.

Specifications

System Specifications

Technical details of the VCR's system, including format and tape speed.

Quick Reference to Using the VCR

Hookup 1 Operations

Quick guide to playing, recording, and watching TV for Hookup 1.

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