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*DSSis a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corporation.

TV antenna or cable hookups

Selecting the best hookup option

There are many ways in which your VCR can be hooked up. To hook up your VCR so that it works best for you, first scan through the table below. Then use the accompanying diagrams and procedures on the following pages to set up your VCR.

If you have

Use

Refer to

 

 

 

TV that has video input

Video (V) hookup, then follow one

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of the hookups below.

 

Cable box that is compatible with the

Hookup 1

Pages 13 to 15

VCR’s cable box control feature

 

 

No cable box or incompatible cable box

Hookup 2

Pages 16 to18

with only a few scrambled channels

 

 

Antenna only, no cable TV

Hookup 3

Pages 19 to 21

Incompatible cable box with many

Hookup 4

Pages 22 to 24

scrambled channels

 

 

DSS* receiver

Hookup 5

Pages 25 to 26

Incompatible cable box with only a few

Hookup 6

Pages 27 to 29

scrambled channels, using an A/B switch

 

 

After you’ve completed the connections, follow the instructions for setup. During setup, if you need more details on the procedure described, page numbers are provided where you can find complete, step-by-step instructions.

After you’ve completed the setup, you’re ready to use your unit’s VCR. Procedures differ depending on the hookup you used. For an overview, refer to “Quick reference to using the VCR” on the back cover.

Before you get started

Turn off the power to all equipment.

Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are completed.

Be sure you make connections firmly. Loose connections may cause picture distortion.

If your TV doesn’t match any of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician.

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