Step 3 : Hookups - Sony SLV-N81 Operating Instructions Manual

Step 3 : 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 your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to pages 10 and 11 for audio/video (A/V)
hookup. Then follow one of the hookups below. If your TV doesn't have A/V inputs,
go directly to one of the hookups below.
For hookup 1 or 2, use the Sony RM-CM 101 Cable Mouse (cable box controller) (not
supplied). For details on obtaining a Cable Mouse controller, contact the Sony
Customer information Services Center.
For SLV-N81 only
If you have Use Refer to
A cable box that is compatible with the Hookup 1 Pages 12 to 14
Cable Mouse
A digital broadcast servicers digital
Hookup 2 Pages 15 to 17
satellite receiver that is compatible with
the Cable Mouse
For both SLV-N81 and N71
If you have Use Refer to
No cable box or cable box with only a few Hookup 3 Pages 18 to 20
scrambled channels
Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 4 Pages 21 to 23
Cable box with ma W scrambled channels Hookup 5 Pages 24 to 26
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 VCR. Procedures difl'er
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 to make connections filmly. 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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