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Sony SVO-5800 User Manual

Sony SVO-5800
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Ss
O
NY.
3-759-424-21(1)
®
Videocassette
Recorder/Player
Model:
SVO-5800/5800P
SVP-5600/5600P
Operating
Instructions
page
2(e)
efore
operating
the
unit,
please
read
this
manual
thoroughly
and
retain
it
for
future
reference.
SVHS
©
1994
by
Sony
Corporation
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Sony SVO-5800 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Operating Temperature5°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to 60°C
Video FormatS-VHS
Recording SpeedSP, LP
Audio SystemHi-Fi Stereo
ConnectionsComposite, S-Video, Audio In/Out
Video Signal SystemNTSC
Fast Forward/Rewind TimeApprox. 3 minutes (for T-160 tape)
InputComposite Video, Audio L/R
OutputComposite Video, S-Video, Audio (RCA), RF
Power RequirementsAC 120V, 60Hz (or region-specific)
Audio Frequency Response20 Hz to 20 kHz

Summary

Owner's Record

WARNING

About This Manual

Features

High Picture Quality

Details the built-in CPI circuit and YX filter for enhanced image clarity and color.

High Sound Quality

Highlights hi-fi audio recording capabilities and audio noise reduction features.

Identification of Parts and Controls

Front Panel

Illustrates and labels all controls, indicators, and connectors on the unit's front panel.

Identification of Parts and Controls

Rear Panel

Shows and labels all connectors and switches located on the unit's rear panel.

Precautions

Safety Precautions

Provides essential safety guidelines regarding power supply and cabinet handling.

Handling Precautions

Details important precautions for operating the unit in various environmental conditions.

Handling Cassettes

Compatible Cassettes

Lists compatible S-VHS and VHS cassette types and their recording/playback times.

Playback

Basic Playback Operations

Step-by-step guide for playing back recorded tapes using the unit's front panel controls.

Playback

Tracking Adjustment

Procedure to adjust tracking for clear playback when snow or streaks appear.

Recording (SVO-5800/5800P only)

Basic Recording Operations

Instructions for performing basic recording functions using the unit's front panel.

Using the Unit in a System

Connecting Player and Recorder - Cut Editing

Sample connection diagram for cut editing using a recorder and a player.

Adjustments for Precise Editing

Phase Adjustments

Details on phase synchronization for A/B roll editing systems using a vectorscope.

Time Data

Displaying Time Data

Explains how to display time data (CTL, LTC, VITC, User Bits) on the monitor.

Time Data

Setting Time Code and User Bit Values

Procedure to preset initial time code and user bit values for recording.

Changing the Settings of the Unit - Set-up Menu

Structure of Set-up Menu

Describes the hierarchical structure of the unit's set-up menu system.

Set-up Menu Descriptions

Operational Function

Details settings related to the unit's operational modes and tape transport controls.

Display Control

Explains settings for displaying information on the monitor screen and unit indicators.

Set-up Menu Descriptions

Time Code Menu

Describes settings for the time code generator, including run mode and drop-frame.

Set-up Menu Descriptions

Video Control

Details settings for video signal control, including recording format and noise reduction.

Set-up Menu Descriptions

Audio Control

Explains settings for audio signal output, hi-fi recording, and Dolby NR.

Changing the Settings of the Unit - Set-up Menu

Buttons used to change settings

Identifies and explains the function of buttons used for navigating and changing menu settings.

Changing the Settings of the Unit - Set-up Menu

Initializing all settings

Procedure to reset all menu settings to their factory default values.

Operational Problems

Alarm Messages

Lists common alarm messages and their corresponding meanings and solutions.

Operational Problems

Self-Diagnosis Functions – Error Codes

Explains how the unit detects internal faults and displays error codes.

Operational Problems

Troubleshooting Chart

Provides a chart to diagnose and resolve common tape, time data, and monitor issues.

Regular Checks and Maintenance

Head Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the video heads using a cleaning cassette.

Regular Checks and Maintenance

Displaying the Digital Hours Meter

Guide to displaying the digital hours meter for maintenance scheduling.

Specifications

General Specifications

Provides power requirements, operating conditions, mass, and external dimensions.

Tape Transport System

Details tape speed, maximum recording/playback time, and recommended cassettes.

Specifications

Input Connectors

Lists and describes all video, audio, and time code input connectors.

Specifications

Output Connectors

Lists and describes all video, audio, and time code output connectors.

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