Sony SLV-K877PL Operating Instructions Manual page 36

Recording TV programs using G-CODE (continued)
To record satellite broadcasts
If you connect the satellite tuner and the VCR, you can record satellite
programs.
1
Turn on the satellite tuner.
2
On the satellite tuner, select the satellite program for which you wish to
make a timer setting.
3
Follow the steps on pages 34 and 35.
4
Keep the satellite tuner turned on until the VCR finishes recording the
satellite program 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 POWER. The
TIMER indicator turns off and the VCR switches on. Remember to press
POWER to reset the VCR in timer recording standby 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 program.
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 program that airs more than seven days ahead.
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Basic Operations