To record satellite broadcasts

If you connect the satellite tuner and the VCR, you can record satellite programmes.

1 Turn on the satellite tuner.

2 On the satellite tuner, select the satellite programme for which you wish to make a timer setting.

3 Repeat the steps described above.

4 Keep the satellite tuner turned on until the VCR finishes recording the satellite programme for which you have made a timer setting.

To use the VCR after setting the timer

To use the VCR before a timer recording begins, just press u. The TIMER indicator turns off and the VCR switches on. Remember to press u to reset the VCR after using the VCR.

You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording:

Reset the counter.

Display tape information on the TV screen.

Check the timer settings.

Watch another TV programme.

Tip

• To cancel the procedure, press G-CODE before pressing SET.

Note

If the VCR beeps repeatedly, this means that:

The G-CODE number is incorrect.

ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY was selected incorrectly. You cannot select DAILY or WEEKLY for a programme that airs more than seven days ahead.

Basic Operations

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Sony SLV-X827MN manual To record satellite broadcasts, To use the VCR after setting the timer