Sony SLV-420 - Manual (Page 6)

Step3: Hookups
Selecting the best hookup option
Before you can use your VCR for the first time/ you need to connect it to
your TV and set it up to receive programs for viewing and recording.
This section explains how to hook up and set up your VCR so that you
can start enjoying it right away. There are, however, many types of TVs
available and many ways in which your TV can be hooked up. For
these reasons, this manual describes several ways your VCR can be
connected.
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.
Caution
Connections between the
VCR's VHF/UHF connector
and the antenna terminals of
the TV receiver should be
made only as shown in the
following instructions. Failure
to do so may result in
operation that violates the
regulations of the Federal
Communications Comrrussion
regarding the use and
operation of RF devices. Never
cormect the output of the VCR
to an antenna or make
simultaneous (parallel)
antenna and VCR cormections
at the anterma terminals of
your receiver.
Note to CATV system
installer
This reminder is provided to
(all the CATV system
mstaller's attention to Article
820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground
shall be cormected to the
grounding system of the
building, as dose to the point
of cable entry as practical.
If you have Use Refer to
Stereo TV that has audio/video
inputs
Audio/video (A/V) hookup,
then follow one of the h(X)kups
below. Page?
Cable box that is compatible with
the VCR's cable box control
feature
Hcxjkup 1 Pages
Cable box with many scrambled
channels Hookup 2
Page 10
Cable box with only a few
scrambled channels
Hookups
Page 12
Cable box with only a few
scrambled channels, using an
A/B switdi
Hookups Page 16
No box Hookups Page 12
Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 4 Page 14
After you've completed the connections, follow the instructions for
setup including VCR Hus-t- setup. During setup, if you need more
details of 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 VCR.
Procedures differ depending on the hookup you used- For an overview,
refer to "Quick reference to using the V(^R" 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 distortioa
• If your TV doesn't match any of the examples provided, see your
nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician.
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