Sony 3-213-480-12(1) Operating Instructions Manual page 83

About the PDC/VPS function
PDC/VPS signals are transmitted with TV
programmes in some broadcast systems. These
signals ensure that timer recordings are made
regardless of any broadcast delays, early starts, or
broadcast interruptions.
◆To use the PDC/VPS function
Set "PDC/VPS" to "On" in step 4 above.
The recorder starts scanning the channel before
the timer recording starts.
z Hints
• You can use the recorder after setting the timer. Just
press )/1 to turn on the recorder. Turn off the recorder
to return it to recording standby before the timer
recording starts.
• When the start time and the programme position or
input source to be recorded are the same but the
"Media" setting differs, the programme is recorded to
both the DVD disc and the VHS tape.
• You can also turn on the timer programming menu
from the System Menu. Press SYSTEM MENU to
select "Timer," and select "Timer-Standard."
Notes
• To record a satellite programme, turn on the satellite
tuner and select the satellite programme you want to
record. Leave the satellite tuner turned on until the
recorder finishes recording. If you connect equipment
with a timer function, you can use the Synchro Rec
function (page 85).
• Even when correctly set, the programme may not be
recorded if another recording is underway, or other
prioritized timer setting overlaps.
• You cannot record on a tape with its safety tab
removed.
• Before the timer recording starts, "TIMER REC"
flashes in the front panel display.
• The recorder automatically turns off when a timer
recording finishes.
• The beginning of some recordings may not be made
when using the PDC/VPS function.
Recording TV programmes using the
VIDEO Plus+ system
The VIDEO Plus+ system is a feature that
simplifies setting the timer. Just enter the
PlusCode number listed in the TV programme
guide. The date, time, and programme position of
that programme are set automatically.
Check that the channels are correctly set in the
"Tuner Preset" setup (page 100).
VIDEO
1 1 2 2
Number
4 4 5 5
buttons
7 7 8 8
0 0
SYSTEM
MENU
CLEAR
1
Press VIDEO to operate the VCR.
2
Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
3
Press TIMER.
Timer – VIDEO Plus+
Title List
Set VIDEO Plus+ code number.[0~9]
Timer
Edit
Dubbing
Disc Setting
Standard
Setup
• If the Timer programming (Standard) menu
appears, press < to switch the display to
"VIDEO Plus+."
4
Press the number buttons to enter the
PlusCode number.
• If you make a mistake, press CLEAR and re-
enter the correct number.
)/1
3 3
6 6
9 9
TIMER
M/m/</,,
ENTER
x
10:10
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