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Sony GV-A500E Operating Instructions Manual

Sony GV-A500E Operating Instructions Manual

Sony video cassette recorder operating instructions
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Video Cassette
Recorder

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
Инструкция по эксплуатации
Перед эксплуатацией аппарата, прочтите, пожалуйста,
данное руководство, и храните его для дальнейших справок.
GV-A500E
©1997 by Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Video Cassette Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Инструкция по эксплуатации Перед эксплуатацией аппарата, прочтите, пожалуйста, данное руководство, и храните его для дальнейших справок. GV-A500E ©1997 by Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. Русский ВНИМАНИЕ Для предотвращения воспламенения или...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Before you begin Using this manual 4 Checking supplied accessories 5 Basic operations Installing the AC power adaptor 6 Inserting a cassette 7 Playing back a tape 8 Various playback modes 10 Playing back a dual soundtrack tape 11 Viewing the picture recorded in 16:9 mode 12 Advanced operations Watching on a TV screen 14...

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    Before you begin Using this manual Welcome ! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony “Video Walkman” VCR. As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the VCR are shown in capital letters. e.g., Set the POWER switch to ON.

  • Page 5: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your VCR. 1 AC-V625 AC power adaptor (1) (p. 6, 25) The shape of the plug varies from region to region. 2 DK-415 connecting cord (1) (p. 6) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 14, 17, 19) 4 S video cable (1) (p.

  • Page 6: Basic Operations Installing The Ac Power Adaptor

    Basic operations Installing the AC power adaptor Use the supplied AC power adaptor. (1)While pressing the connecting plate of the connecting cord, slide it to the left so that it attaches to the battery mounting surface firmly. (2)Connect the connecting cord to the DC OUT jack on the AC power adaptor.

  • Page 7: Inserting A Cassette

    Inserting a cassette Make sure that the power source is installed. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use Hi8 video cassette H. (1)While pressing PUSH OPEN, open the LCD panel. (2)While pressing the small blue button, slide EJECT to the right.

  • Page 8: Playing Back A Tape

    Playing back a tape (1)While pressing the small green button on the POWER switch, set it to ON. The POWER lamp (green) on the front lights. (2)Press 0 to rewind the tape. (3)Press · to start playback. (4)Adjust the volume using VOLUME. You can also monitor the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the VCR to a TV or another VCR.
  • Page 9 Playing back a tape Using a Remote Commander You can operate this VCR using a Remote Commander supplied with a Sony 8mm camcorder. Point the Remote Commander at the remote sensor of this VCR. Notes on recording mode •This VCR plays back and records in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode.

  • Page 10: Various Playback Modes

    Playing back a tape Cautions on the LCD panel •Do not push nor touch the LCD when moving the LCD panel. •Do not pick up the VCR by the LCD panel. •Do not place the VCR so as to point the LCD screen toward the sun.

  • Page 11: Playing Back A Dual Soundtrack Tape

    Playing back a tape Playing back a dual soundtrack tape When you play back a dual soundtrack tape, select the desired sound in the menu. (1)Press MENU to display the menu. (2)Turn the control dial to select HiFi SOUND, then press the control dial. (3)Turn the control dial to select 1 or 2 to playback desired sound, then press the control dial.

  • Page 12: Viewing The Picture Recorded In 16:9 Mode

    Viewing the picture recorded in 16:9 mode When you play back a picture recorded in 16:9 wide mode of the camcorder, set the LCD 16:9PB mode in the menu. (1)Press MENU to display the menu. (2)Turn the control dial to select LCD 16:9PB, then press the control dial.
  • Page 13 Playing back a tape Notes on playing back the picture recorded in 16:9 wide mode •If LCD 16:9PB is set to OFF, the picture appears horizontally compressed. •The picture output from the VIDEO/AUDIO jacks appears horizontally compressed regardless of the LCD 16:9PB setting. Note on LCD 16:9PB setting If you set LCD 16:9PB to ON when playing back a picture which was not recorded in 16:9 wide...

  • Page 14: Advanced Operations Watching On A Tv Screen

    Advanced operations Watching on a TV screen Connect this VCR to another VCR or TV to watch the playback picture on the TV screen. Connecting directly to a VCR/TV Open the jack cover. Connect this VCR to the LINE IN inputs on the TV or VCR connected to the TV, using the supplied A/V connecting cable.
  • Page 15 Watching on a TV screen If the VCR or TV is a monaural type Connect only the white plug for audio on both VCRs or the TV. With this connection, the sound is monaural even in stereo mode. If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector (EUROCONNECTOR) Use the supplied 21-pin adaptor.

  • Page 16: Laser Link

    LASER LINK is a system which transmits and receives a picture and sound between video equipment having the infrared rays. LASER LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation. To play back on a TV (1)After connecting your TV and AV cordless IR receiver, set the POWER switch on the AV cordless IR receiver to ON.

  • Page 17: Editing Onto Another Tape

    Editing onto another tape You can create your own video programme by editing with any other h 8 mm, H Hi8, j VHS, k S-VHS, VHSC, K S-VHSC, or l Betamax VCR that has audio/video inputs. Before editing Connect this (playback) VCR to another (recording) VCR using the supplied A/V connecting cable.
  • Page 18 Editing onto another tape Starting editing Turn down the volume of this VCR while editing. Otherwise, picture distortion may occur. (1)Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into the (recording) VCR, and insert your recorded tape into this VCR. (2)Play back the recorded tape on this VCR until you locate the point where you want to start editing, then press P to set this VCR in...

  • Page 19: Recording From A Vcr Or Tv

    Recording from a VCR or TV You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV programme from a TV that has video/audio outputs. Connect this (recording) VCR to the (playback) VCR or TV. Turn down the volume of this VCR while editing.

  • Page 20: Recording From A Vcr Or Tv

    Recording from a VCR or TV If the (playback) VCR or TV is a monaural type, connect only the white plug for audio on the VCR or TV. Do not connect the red plug. With this connection, the recorded sound is monaural. If you are going to connect the VCR using the S video cable [a], you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable...

  • Page 21: Changing The Mode Settings

    Changing the mode settings You can change the mode settings in the menu system to further enjoy the features and functions of the VCR. (1)Press MENU to display the menu. (2)Turn the control dial to select the desired item, then press the control dial. Only the selected item is displayed.

  • Page 22: Changing The Mode Settings

    Changing the mode settings Selecting the mode setting of each item COMMANDER <ON/OFF> •Select ON when using a Remote Commander (not supplied). •Select OFF when not using a Remote Commander. EDIT <ON/OFF> •Select ON to minimize picture deterioration when editing. •Normally select OFF.
  • Page 23 Changing the mode settings TBC* <ON/OFF> •Normally select ON, to correct for jitter. •Select OFF to not correct for jitter. The picture may not be steady when played back. Note on TBC setting Set TBC to OFF when playing back: •...

  • Page 24: Using Alternative Power Sources

    Battery Battery pack NP-F530, NP- pack F730, NP-F930 In the car 12 V or Sony car battery charger DC- 24 V car V515A battery Note on power sources Disconnecting the power source or removing the battery pack during recording or playback may damage the inserted tape.

  • Page 25: Using The Battery Pack

    (not supplied). If you use any other battery pack to operate your VCR, the VCR may not operate or the battery life may be shortened. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Charging the battery pack (1) Connect the mains lead to the AC power adaptor.
  • Page 26 Using alternative power sources Charging time Battery pack Charging time * NP-F530 170 (110) NP-F730 250 (190) NP-F930 330 (270) Numbers in parentheses indicate the time for a normal charge. (Normal charge) * Approximate number of minutes to charge an empty battery pack fully using the supplied AC power adaptor.

  • Page 27: Using A Car Battery

    While pressing BATT, slide the battery pack to the right. Using a car battery Use a car battery charger such as Sony DC- V515A (not supplied). Connect the car battery cord to the cigarette lighter socket of a car (12 V or 24 V).

  • Page 28: Vcr

    Additional information Charging the vanadium- lithium battery in the Your VCR is supplied with a vanadium-lithium battery installed so as to retain the menu settings, regardless of the setting of the POWER switch. The vanadium-lithium battery is always charged as long as you are using the VCR. The battery, however, will get discharged gradually if you do not use the VCR.

  • Page 29: Usable Cassettes And Playback Modes

    Usable cassettes and playback modes Selecting cassette types This Hi8 system is an extension of the standard 8 mm systems, and was developed for higher- quality pictures. You can use Hi8 video and standard 8 mm cassettes. When you want to record in the Hi8 system, use only Hi8 video cassettes.

  • Page 30: Notes On "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium battery pack which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. Sony recommends that you use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with video equipment having the When you use this battery pack with video...
  • Page 31 Notes on “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack To obtain more accurate remaining battery indication •If the indication seems incorrect, use up the battery pack and then recharge it fully (Full charge ). Note that if you have used the battery in a hot or cold environment for long time, or you have repeated charging many times, the battery pack may not be able to show the correct time even after being fully charged.

  • Page 32: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If the VCR is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the VCR, on the surface of the tape, or on the head drum. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the VCR may not operate correctly.

  • Page 33: Maintenance Information And Precautions

    Do not use a commercially available wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. Note If the V8-25CLH cleaning cassette is not available in your area, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Информация по уходу за аппаратом и меры предосторожности Очистка видеоголовок...
  • Page 34 •Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the VCR and have it checked by Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. •Keep the POWER switch set to OFF when not using the VCR.
  • Page 35 – Extremely hot or cold – Dusty or dirty – Very humid – Vibrating If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer. Информация по уходу за аппаратом и меры предосторожности Сетевой адаптер перем. тока...

  • Page 36: Using Your Vcr Abroad

    Using your VCR abroad Each country or area has its own electric and TV colour systems. Before using your VCR abroad, check the following points. Power sources You can use your VCR in any country or area with the supplied AC power adaptor within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 37: Trouble Check

    English Trouble check If you run into any problem using the VCR, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. Should the difficulty persist, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Power Symptom The power is not on.
  • Page 38 • EDIT is set to ON in the menu system. m Set it to OFF. (p. 21) • The video heads may be dirty. m Clean the heads using the Sony V8-25CLH cleaning cassette. (p. 33) • The LCD BRIGHT button is set to the minimum.
  • Page 39 The problem is with the AC power adaptor. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer in connection with the product with the problem. * If you use a battery pack which you have just bought or which has been left unused for a long time, the CHARGE lamp may flash at the first charging.

  • Page 40: Self-Diagnosis Display

    C:22:ππ C:23:ππ C:31:ππ C:32:ππ E:61:ππ E:62:ππ If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Self-diagnosis display •C:ππ:ππ You can service the VCR yourself. •E:ππ:ππ Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony facility.

  • Page 41: Проверка Неисправностей

    Если у Вас возникла какая-либо проблема при использовании кассетного видеомагнитофона, воспользуйтесь следующей таблицей для отыскания и устранения проблемы. Если трудности все же остаются, то следует отсоединить источник питания и обратиться к дилеру Sony или в местное уполномоченное предприятие по обслуживанию изделий Sony.
  • Page 42 Нажмите кнопку + для получения желаемой яркости. (стр. 8) • Вышла из строя встроенная люминесцентная лампа. m Обращайтесь к ближайшему дилеру Sony. • Лента, на которую записаны телевизионные игры, воспроизводится с установкой пункта TBC на ON в системе меню.
  • Page 43 Имеется неполадка в сетевом адаптере несем. тока. Обратитесь, пожалуйста, к ближайшему дилеру Sony в связи с имеющейся проблемой. * Если Вы используете батарейный блок, который только что купили, или который был оставлен на длительное время без использования, то лампочка CHARGE может мигать при первой зарядке. Это не...

  • Page 44: Дисплей Самодиагностики

    C:21:ππ C:22:ππ C:23:ππ C:31:ππ C:32:ππ E:61:ππ E:62:ππ Если Вы не можете решить проблему, то свяжитесь с Вашим дилером Sony или местным уполномоченным предприятием по обслуживанию изделий Sony. Дисплей самодиагностики • C:ππ:ππ Вы можете выполнить техническое обслуживание кассетного видеомагнитофона самостоятельно. • E:ππ:ππ...

  • Page 45: Specifications

    DC OUT: 8.4 V, 1.8 A in operating mode Battery charge terminal: 8.4 V, 1.4 A in charge mode Application Sony battery pack NP-F530, NP- F730, NP-F930 lithium ion type Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F )

  • Page 46: Технические Характеристики

    DC OUT: 8,4 В, 1,8 А в рабочем режиме Выход для зарядки батарейного блока: 8,4 В, 1,4 А в режиме зарядки Применение Батарейный блок Sony NP-F530, NP-F730, NP-F930 литиево- ионного типа Рабочая температура От 0°С до 40°С (от 32°F до 104°F) Температура хранения...

  • Page 47: Identifying The Parts

    Identifying the parts 1 LCD screen 2 LCD BRIGHT buttons (p. 8) 3 VOLUME buttons (p. 8) 4 EJECT knob (p. 7) 5 Cassette compartment (p. 7) 6 POWER lamp (p. 8) 7 Remote sensor (p. 9) Aim a Remote Commander (not supplied) here for remote control.
  • Page 48 Identifying the parts !§ DISPLAY !¶ COUNTER RESET !• !§ r REC (recording) buttons and lamp (p. 19) !¶ DISPLAY button (p. 8) !• COUNTER RESET button (p. 9) !ª & SLOW (slow) button (p. 10) @º P PAUSE (pause) button and lamp (p. 10) @¡...
  • Page 49 Identifying the parts @ª #º #¡ #™ #£ @ª PUSH OPEN button (p. 7) #º LCD panel #¡ Hooks for shoulder strap #™ LASER LINK emitter (p. 16) #£ Battery mounting surface (p. 6) #¢ RELEASE knob Slide up to release the terminal cover when attaching the TV tuner unit or Video/ Computer Interface unit (not supplied).
  • Page 50 Identifying the parts Operation indicators 1 Lights up when playing back or recording in Hi8 format. 2 Warning indicators (p. 51) 3 BRIGHT indicator (p. 8)/ VOLUME indicator (p. 8) 4 Recording mode indicator (p. 29) 5 Tape transport mode indicator 6 Tape counter/RC time code/Self-diagnosis display (p.

  • Page 51: Warning Indicators

    7 The video heads may be contaminated. (p. 33) 8 Some other trouble has occurred. Disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized facility. 9 Self-diagnosis function was activated. (p. 40) 0 The tape has recorded a copyright control signal.
  • Page 52 Конденсация влаги ... 32 Монтаж ... 17 Н, О Нормальная зарядка ... 26 Очистка видеоголовок ... 33 Очистка экрана ЖКД ... 34 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan F, G, H Full charge ... 26 HiFi SOUND ... 11 I, J, K, L InfoLITHIUM ...

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