Recording TV programmes using the Dial Timer

(SLV-SE800D1/D2/E and SX800D only)

The Dial Timer function allows you to make timer recordings of programmes without turning on your TV. Set the recording timer to record up to eight programmes, including settings made with other timer methods, that will be broadcast within the next month. The recording start time and recording stop time can be set at one minute intervals.

Before you start...

•Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. Make sure the tape is longer than the total recording time.

•To record from a decoder, turn it on.

?/1 ON/STANDBY DIAL TIMER x STOP

PROGRAM +/– X

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SELECT

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DIAL TIMER

Press DIAL TIMER.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“DATE” and “TODAY” appear alternately in the display window.

 

 

 

If the date and time are not set, “DAY” will appear. See step 2 in the

 

 

 

following section, “To set the clock” to set the date and time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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48Recording TV programmes using the Dial Timer (SLV-SE800D1/D2/E and SX800D only)